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    OHV conversion oil the in the head

    I want to do my own ohv conversion, but i dont know how to re-route the oil to feed the rockers in the head...does anyone have any ideas or pictures of how they performed this?
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    28-29 & 30-31 interchangable parts

    I have a 1929 model a body that im trying to restore. its missing the entire front cowl. Someone about 75 miles out has one for sale on craigslist but its a 1930-31 cowl. i was wondering if i can use the 30-31 cowl, gastank, and firewall on my 29? what other things might i need to change to get...
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    Front Cross Member Mount on Model A frame DIMENSIONS

    i piecing together a model a coupe. I have the frame rails and a 30's cross member. I was wondering if any one could give me the dimensions and measurements so i know im welding this thing proportionally in the correct spots. -I need to know how far away the left and right rail is (from the...
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    1933 40 Model Fenders on a Model A

    This might not be an appropriate topic, but i would like some input on people w/ Model A's Ive been working on just a chassis and picking Model A parts whenever i can get them. And ive been toying around the idea of making my model a fenders look like the 33-34 ford fenders....w/ skirts. how...
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    1951 Ford F1 axle, front spring hanger questions

    I just brought a 1951 ford f1....all original (mostly) it has the stock flathead v8, ibeam axle, manual ******, steering. But the previous owner (before deciding to sell it to me) wanted to turn it into a rod, he pinched the frame in 2 inches to help channel the body. The truck has a good...
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    dropped steering arms

    im looking for a pair of dropped steering arms for a 1940-48 spindles.
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    Model A Coupe vs Truck thread

    Which one do you guys prefer? Coupe or Truck? please post some pictures of why which one sparks your interest more.
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    Model A steering wheels

    im using the stock steering column(light controls are on the dash), but i want to use a different steering wheel because mine is all beaten up. what steering wheels will fit the stock model a column? can a f1 fit?
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    hauling A Model A

    so, theres a model A about 4 hours away from me...i have to take the interstate to make it there (about 70mph) Well my question is, i have a 2 wheel car dolly...i was wondering whats your opinion of hauling it that way or should i spend the extra cash to rent a car trailer?(really trying to...
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    Smell of Gas

    so, im working on a running project. I start my Model A up every once in a while and take her on a run down the block....by the time i get out im very light headed. While driving i always smell a light flume of gas. is this normal?
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    f100 steering box conversion for model a

    Hey, im trying to find tech articles that will help tech me about the conversions...i did find 2 that helped a little but still very vague here they go http://vickyman.tripod.com/F100.html and http://members.fortunecity.com/pjsauber/F100Steering.htm and i found a picture of a complete one...
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    Dimensions of rear hubs.

    Hello, i was wondering if anyone out there can help me get these dimensions. Im trying to figure out which one i should use, since i know they all have different offsets and dimensions. I need to know the dimensions of the rear hubs from the following 3 1930 Model A rear hubs 1940 rear hubs...
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    Dimensions of rear hubs

    Hello, i was wondering if anyone out there can help me get these dimensions. Im trying to figure out which one i should use, since i know they all have different offsets and dimensions. I need to know the dimensions of the rear hubs from the following 3 1930 Model A rear hubs 1940 rear hubs...
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    Model A steering

    Im working on a Model A...and i want to hear from everyone who kept their stock steering and forgot about the f1/f100 steering. I really want to keep my steering column but everyone says to trash it and go with the 1948-56 truck steering box. But i read in some places...if the Model A steering...
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    why do you grind down rear backing plates and drums?

    Im learning about installing hydraulic brakes on a Model A axle....but im really curious on to why must you grind 1/8th of an inch off both the backing plate and drum....i understand its for clearence, but i want to know the difference in the model a rearend vs the earlier v8 rear end. is it...
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    Counter weight cranks

    Hey, i found a 32 crank for sale locally for 300 bucks....but im still trying to weigh my options. I know i want a counter balance crankshaft in my A engine. I can either put a 32 crank, or pay 525 bucks to have my crank machined and ad counter weights to it...and im trying to figure out which...
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    Model A head, and other questions on the banger

    so im building a mild 4 banger, for a daily driver. im deciding on which head to use...but i cant really find much information whats the stock compression on a original model A head and whats the compression on a C (1932) or b head? i dont really wanna to spent the extra dough on an after...
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    Model A Crankshaft

    so its way to expensive to buy a new one with counter balance weights. and a 32 crank is rare...and has a bad habit to break in half. is there any place where i can send my stock model a crank in, and have them machine on counter weights and balance it? if so where?
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