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Can a connecting rod be disconnected from the piston from the bottom. My plan it to remove the piston pin without exposing the lower ring on the piston. I want to see if one of the connecting's rods is bent. I did not want to remove the head. Any help would be appreciated. Larry

I have a 312 I am trying to remove the crankshaft. The retainer bolts are recessed with a 12-point bolt. Does any know what size the head of the bolt is? I have some 12-point socket. That either the wrong size or to large to fit any one had this problem. Any help would be appreciated. Larry

I found a crankshaft that the guy says is a 312. Is there another way to identify a 312 crank besides the dimple on the rear flange? He wants $200.00 for the crankshaft. I looks pretty good but would need ground. Any help would be appreciated. Larry

I have a 29 pickup and want to replace the front fenders. I am looking at purchasing them from Gaslight Auto and was wondering what kind of experience others have with these new fenders. Do the fit properly? Any had problems with damage during shipping? I am also concerned with the cost of...

I have a 56 Montclair convertible. I am having trouble finding a temperature sending unit that works. When I ground the gauge wire the gauge goes to H. I purchased a sending unit from NAPA Part #ts6464. Does anyone have a part number for one that they have purchased and that actually works? Larry

I have two 31 Model a front fenders one is welled. I have two sets of rear fenders. Not sure if they are 28/29 or 30/31. All fenders need some work but are repairable. Text 970 260 4094 and I will send pictures. Larry

I am in the process of mounting a spare on the drivers side of my 29 pickup. I have the tire mounted to the arm and the top tips toward the car. Is this normal?

The RF is a welled fencer. The LF needs repair to the part that bolts to the frame. It is perforated with holes. I tried to attach pictures but received the the note a security icon was not in place. Larry

Will the running boards and running board aprons from a 31 model a fit on a 28 model a? Also will hood side panels from a 31 fit on a 28/29? Just trying to find some parts that will work on my 29 pickup. Larry

I am looking for a 28/29 model a pickup LF fender. It does not have to be perfect as cost is a concern. If you have a non-welled fender that is suitable to install a well that might work. Larry

I have a 29 ford closed cab pickup and need to mount a spare tire and have no idea how to mount it. I also need to get a mounting bracket. Are there instructions how to mount the tire on the welled fender? Any help would be appreciated. Larry

I have a 29 Model A Pickup and have the front axle out to replace the tie rod ends, change the kingpins and repair the drag link. I welded new balls for the tie rod and replaced the ends. I had a hard time getting the new rod ends on the balls. The cup and spring stuck out past ball rod hole...

Is there a difference between the Model A rear axle under a 29 Pickup and a 1930 31 Model AA. The ad indicates it is a 31 ford high speed rear differential for a model a truck. Not sure if I know the difference. I have a note to the person to get more information. Thanks Larry

I have a 29 ford pickup since the early 70,s. I recently changed it to 12 volt negative ground. After a while I noticed the generator was charging at over 10 amps during the day. It was as charging at 5 amps prior to the voltage change. I reduced the charge to 5 amps at 12 volts. I am...

I have a 38 ford with a bad wrist pin in #4. Is it possible to remove the piston from the bottom so I don't have to take off the head? The engine was rebuilt about 2-years ago and runs fine with the exception of #4. Compression is good and plugs clean. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks...

I have a 29 closed pickup and it steers very hard. From pictures of the steering gear it is the 2-tooth model. If I raise the truck off the ground it steers fine. It is starting to get the death wobble and the front end needs rebuilt. What is the best way to fix the hard steering problem...