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    Reviving the Hobby

    Has any thought been given by MARC and MAFCA to promoting the hobby with a public publicity campaign. Get businesses like Harbor Freight and others to support it.-- Pause to let the Boos quite down.-- OK. All the talk about getting kids interested in trades instead of 4- year college. What...
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    For Sale 1931 Slant Window Model A

    Rebuilt Engine 5.5 HC Head Counterbalanced Crank Cam Lightened Flywheel V8 Clutch Rebuilt Transmission Berg Radiator Rupert Leakless Water Pump Nu-Rex 6-volt Alternator Pertronix Flame Thrower Ignition Coil Aries Muffler Cast Iron Brake Drums Rebuilt Steering Arms, Pitman, Drag Link Modern...
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    Squeaking Brakes

    Brakes squeak. Newer cast iron drums and fabric linings. Any ideas??
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    No Foot Starter Coversion

    I'd appreciate some opinions on the NO Foot Starter conversion $149. Also just using a 6-volt solenoid instead. Thanks
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    Clean Under the Hood

    Any suggestions for cleaning under the hood, engine. Gunk degreaser, Gunk foamy, any good?? Keeping water out of electrical?? Thanks
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    Ahooga with an alternator

    My ahooga horn sounds great with the engine not running but unable to adjust when engine is running. I suspect this is probably because I'm using a 6-volt alternator. I haven't checked the output voltage but suspect it is probably a volt or two higher than 6 volts. Any ideas to fix this...
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    Seatbelts

    What is the best way to install front seat belts on a 31 slant without going through the seat frame? I want to keep it moveable.
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    Car Wax

    Wondering what your recommendations are for waxing your Model A. My car has pretty nice looking 32 year old lacquer.
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    Uneven compression

    1 and 2 are 90 psi. 3 and 4 are 80. 5.5 head, counterweighted crank and lightened flywheel. Should I be concerned??
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    KEM Condenser

    I bought a couple of NOS KEM condensers today in an antique store. One is labled 212, the other is 81U. Wondering if anyone knows anything about these. Guess I was impressed with "Made in USA".
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    Tractor Supply Coil

    I recently posted problem of car not starting. In the process of troubleshooting problem, I replaced the coil with a new Tractor Supply coil. Although coil appeared to be good (produced spark) car still wouldn't start. Went back to original coil, car started. I measured resistance of...
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    Car died, no start

    I hate to admit it but I'm stumped. Car was running great, started to miss and lose power, acted like it was starving for fuel, then quit. All my attempts to fix have been to no avail. Has good spark at coil wire end to ground, show firing on removed spark plug. Compression shows 75+ on all...
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    KRW a320 Crankshaft Turning Tool

    Looking for KRW a320 Crankshaft Turning Tool.
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    Crankshaft Tool

    Does anyone know where I can get one of the tools to turn crankshaft when engine is sitting vertical when aligning flywheel housing?? Anyone have one for sale??
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    Crankshaft Alignment/Transmission Problem

    I'm reposting my reply/question to an earlier post concerning Turlock Engines. Guess maybe the discussion was too old to have my questions answered. Anyway would appreciate any suggestions or advice related to my earlier post. Thanks. This is interesting. I have a rebuilt engine (babbit)...
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    Clutch Pedal Free Play

    Is it possible that not enough clutch free play could cause transmission to jump out of 3rd gear when slowing down. I sometimes notice some slight movement in the shift lever when idling in neutral. I adjusted for one inch of free play when new transmission and clutch was installed. I'm...
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    Rebore vs Sleeves

    Have a block that had .070 oversize pistons. Should I rebore to the next suitable size or sleeve to standard? Suggestions?? Thanks
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    Transmission

    Looking for known good transmission for 31 s/w with snap ring bearing stops. Prefer sealed bearings both ends.
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    New rebuild, low compression.

    Have put a little over 100 miles on rebuilt engine with Snyder 5.5 head, runs ok but compression test shows 60-65 psi. Squirted oil in cylinders, now get 75-80. All readings taken cold, expect would probably be a little better if taken when hot. Block was rebored .040 over, new pistons and...
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    Minnesota License Plate

    Just moved to MN from NE and need to license the Model A here. What are my options?? I plan to do a fair amount of driving. Should I get regular plates or can I get historic or collector plates?? If historic or collector, what are the limitations?? I currently have Hagerty insurance but...
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