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I think I know the answer, but I’ll ask anyway. Is ANYONE importing the two tooth worm or sector? I know that when they were available, the source was in Argentina. Anybody know a good smuggler? It’s enough to make me go charter a boat!

I’ve heard that you get access to parts specs/drawings from the Ford archives. How does one go about that? I went to Henry Ford website. Doesn’t look like it’s designed to cater to this kind of inquiry. I have three part numbers unique to the 255-A I am working on.

Burtz engine ready for install in your “A”. Engine is fresh off the test stand where it ran for several hours with no leaks and steady oil pressure. Built with all new components including Burtz head, Burtz 340 cam, balanced Burtz flywheel/pressure plate/clutch, Nettles oil pump and external...

RIP R K “Dick” McKee Another pioneer of our hobby has passed. Dick McKee of Columbiana,OH passed away at the age of 96. Over the years, Dick built hundreds of Model T and Model A motors and many exotic banger motors in his machine shop. He founded an organization that was dedicated to the...

Burtz engine available in Columbiana, OH. Fresh off of test stand where it it ran like a dream for three hours, holding constant oil pressure and showing no leaks. Built with only best components available. Burtz head, cam, and flywheel with balanced clutch and pressure plate assembly. Leonard...

Prus Engine & Machine in Columbiana, OH has a Burtz engine that has been test run and is ready to install. This engine has Burtz HC head, Burtz cam, Balanced Burtz flywheel/clutch/pressure plate assy, Nettles oil pump made specifically for use Burtz engines. On test stand, this engine sounds...

Putting together a ‘29 CCPU for a friend who provided a dust shield (A-878) that I guess mounts on the frame or running board aprons between the cab and bed. Over the years I have owned three “A” pickups and worked on several. I’ve never seen one in place on a truck. Anyone got a photo or can...

Have two Burtz engines for sale. Both are long blocks utilizing Burtz cam, Burtz head, balanced Burtz flywheel with clutch and pressure plate, and Nettles oil pump specifically made for Burtz engine. Both engines have been test run and hold good oil pressure (10# at idle, 40# at 2,400 rpm) They...

Older tan Lebarron Bonney roadster top has water stains. Is there a thing can be done to remove or minimize these stains?

A friend called last night to tell me that Berg Radiator has closed down. Does that leave Brassworks as only alternative for quality new radiator?

Installing Lebanon Bonney ‘28 roadster top I am in possession of a ‘28 roadster project. The previous owner purchased a Lebaron Bonney top kit 20 years ago which I just unpacked. It looks to be complete and in nice shape. (Even has side curtains) I’ve seen some very helpful videos but I hoping...

So a local club member picks up a freebie 19” Model A wheel. Some rust, but otherwise decent shape. But the wheel had this hubcap attached. Obviously not Ford, but what….?

Yesterday I was at Snyder’s talking with my former colleague Tom Jordon when he told me that on Friday, November 12, he is retiring after 41 years. If you’ve ever called Snyder’s to place an order or ask for technical help, you likely talked to Tom. Always patient and professional and a wealth...

I wasn’t able to attend International Model A Day at The Gilmore this fall, but a friend who was there tells me there were two vendors there with nicely restored gas tanks. Can anyone tell me who these guys were? I’m trying to find a GOOD early ‘28 gas tank.

Looking for GOOD early gas tank for '28 roadster project.

This past Fall I installed a Mitchell O/D for a local club member. Routine install. Noticed immediately that O/D would drop out of high range and into neutral when coasting in gear. Contacted Mitchell. Steve’s diagnosis was bad synchronizer. I removed unit and shipped it back to CA for repair. I...

Over the years I have successfully "bench pressed" numerous Model A transmissions into place. Now in my early 70's, I find that more and more difficult. I think I recall seeing in a MAFCA issue a few years ago, a simple adapter for a floor jack that used the drain plug hole on the transmission...

Just removed from Model "A" team car being prepared for Great Race. Rules won't allow use of this set-up while competing as 1931 Model. Can't ship, so will need to be picked up. Includes all components in photo. $1,250

Selling for the widow of local club member. 1931 Murray (straight windshield) Town Sedan. Runs and drive great. Non original vinyl interior. Asking $14,000 Located in NE Ohio (Columbiana, OH) approx. 3 miles from Snyder's

Looking for door trim for 1931 straight windshield Cabriolet, Looks like it mounts with 3 tube nuts/screws as with Briggs 4-drs Need both sides