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I am attempting to install a rear window frame and glass in a 1930 Closed Cab Pick-up truck. I installed the rubber gasket around the window glass and all went fine. No puckered corners. Attempting to install the glass and frame in the cab window opeming has proven quite difficult. I checked...

I am looking for information on how to un-solder and remove the old insulated brushes and install new insulated brushes in a 6 volt Model A starter without burning the new brush insuletion. Are the brushes also crimped to the coil leads ? I have a heavy electric (200 Watt) soldering iron and...

Anyone have any tips for installing the rear window glass, frame ,four corner pieces and the gasket, nuts and bolts on a 30-31 pickup truck ? Looks like a challenge ! I appreciate any comments.....Mike

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I am looking for the dimensions or a sketch for the pick-up bed wood floor on a 1930 Model A NARROW BED pickup if anyone has them. Has anyone made their own and if so what kind of wood did you use ? Thanks , Mike

One new copy of Les Pearson's book " The Model A Ford -Right Hand Drive" The book shows the differences between right and left hand drive Model A's Also shows the difference between USA built andCanadian built export vehicles. Lots of nice clear photos on 42 glossy pages. List price $29.95...

Whatever happened to the GAV wrenches that were promised a year and a half ago ??? Has anyone received theirs yet ?

Does anyone have info on an article on Model A&B oil pump rebuild and modifications written by "Bills Bangers" a few years back. Cannot access his web page www.billsbangers.com and would appreciate a copy of the article if anyone has it or anything similar. Thanks, Mike

I know this is not Model A related but it does mention the Model T Ford as being very unsafe and i know quite a few A owners that also own a T. http://www.cheatsheet.com/automobiles/10-cars-that-were-just-too-dangerous-to-drive.html/2/?ref=OB...

Have any Fordbarn members received their GAV Deep Sockets yet ???

I have been away from Fordbarn forum for a few months. What happened to Tod's new Model A engine project ?

Has anyone used a 30' Wescott Radiator Shell and how was the quality and fit ?

I have replaced all the wood in my 30' CCPU but have a board that was included (see photo) Can someone tell me whare this goes and how to attach it ? I suspect it goes on the seat riser somehow. A photo would be very helpful. Thanks, Mike

I had a problem with the pigtail wire on my distributor. Called Brattons and received a new one in 24 hours..... No charge ! Terrific products and fast, dependable service for over thirty years. Thanks Walt and crew !!!

With all the snow, this is what the Model A folks in the north east are driving.

These are from a 1960's J.C. Whitney catalog. Click on pages to enlarge.... How about a reground crankshaft ( no core required ) for $19.00 ? Or a rebuilt short block for $329.95

I am restoring a 30' Closed Cab Pick-up and am considering installing sound deadening / insulation material to the floor pan, doors, cowls, and behind the seat. Has anyone had any experience with this and what material and adhesive did you use, and was it effective in cutting down sound ...

Need a Gas Tank filler strip for a September 1930 CCPU. I have a few but they are rusted beyond use and end tabs broken. Must have good un-rusted metal and correct end tabs.(see photo for reference) Contact jburns@aol.com Put "Filler Strips" as the e-mail subject so I don't spam it...

I have the paint guide but find the color samples are too small to visualize on an entire car. I have also looked at Marco's color samples. With paint prices being what they are I want to make a good decision on what color to use. What I am looking for is good quality photos of 1930 pickup...

I am painting a '30 truck and know most came with Rock Moss Green but I think that's somewhat drab looking. Can anyone tell me what color this pick-up truck is ? Thanks in advance.