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When driving on very smooth roads, my speedometer display is fairly stable. Other times, the readout jumps up and down across a 10 mph range; rough roads may be the reason. Is this normal? Or, is the drive gear/ shaft defective? Or, does the speedo need rebuilding? When stable, the speedo...

Is there info for changing differential gaskets and seals that does not require disassembly of the gear set and spider? My eyes are getting bleary from searching the Model A forums and the Big Red book goes straight to a complete tear down. I have noticed that my differential is weeping...

I'm several months away from pulling and rebuilding my 1930 engine. But I am collecting ideas for the build in my idle hours. 1. Valve seats. Has anyone used a 3 angle grind? Notice a difference? Might improved flow from the 3 angle grind be equivalent to additional cam lift? 2. Light weight...

I want to make my new to me '30 coupe safe and reliable for driving on public roads; more than just a parade car. I think the Bendix style hydraulic brakes with Lincoln drums are what I want...but OMG, the kit prices I have found are nearly $4K. Is there an economical kit or a Bendix/Lincoln...

I just took delivery of my 1930 Model A coupe a few days ago (my first A and the only one I have driven). Although it is a running car, it has many items amiss. Steering column levers are stiff/tight. The ignition retard and fuel levers require a lot of muscle to move; too much to apply while...