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    pop-out switch vs on-off switch

    Still a newbie... my '30 A (late) has a on-off switch but in Les Andrews book and in parts catalog, all I see referenced is pop-out or re-pop switches... mine doesn't pop in and out. I have no idea if what I have is some after-market switch or what? It is a keyed switch. I have not yet...
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    Looking for a brake mechanic

    I have completed several restoration projects on my 1930 Deluxe Coupe, including interior restoration, new wiring harness, and other minor work. Brakes however are way outside my wheelhouse. Can anyone recommend a Model A brake mechanic say within 250 miles of Houston?
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    Light switch bail won't stay on - ugh!

    Installed new light switch from Synders. the light switch is longer than the 'original' but works. This was done while I was installing a new wiring harness. I have the same problem with the switch on the steering wheel being too tight to turn on the lights; but that is not the MAIN problem...
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    Help! how to attach wiring to switch head without damaging bakelite?

    For lack of knowing the proper name; I am calling it the 'switch head'. (Where the wiring harness wires attach to the black bakelite switch.) There must be some trick to attaching the center wire (horn wire) to that brass pin that I cannot figure out. Looks like its soldered on, but how the...
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    Recommendation needed for add on turn signal system

    1930 Model A Deluxe Coupe; 6 v positive ground system. I want to add a reliable turn signal system. Would prefer one that incorporates existing cowl and rear lighting if anyone makes such... (trying to keep this car somewhat 'original') I already switched headlights to LED, wow what a...
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    What adhesive to glue windlace to metal frame?

    What is best non-aerosol adhesive to glue windlace to metal frame? Thanks for your time! Ivan
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    Interior trim on door window posts?

    Restoring interior of my 1930 A, Deluxe Coupe. Not knowing what to call this part of the doors, it is the vertical post of the door surrounding the window. There must be some type of trim to cover these posts but I am having no luck finding anything, anywhere. I have attached the pictures...
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    Definitive Guide to re-upholstery Model A Interior?

    Anyone? I can find lots of resources to help me with restoration of mechanical parts and assemblies; but so far I have not be able to locate a source the guide me through replacement of the interior. Seems like someone along the way would have written it all down and added pictures! Before you...
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    attaching interior wool covered panels with?

    about to replace all interior panels on Model A Deluxe Coupe 1930. I cannot figure out what covers the exposed clip; the clips that are used to attach the door panel to the frame of the car. And I cannot find a good picture of the 'finished 'look' of the interior. I am going for the...
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    What is this on my Model A firewall?

    Newbie to Model A; thought I knew a few things, but beginning to think, not so much! Please help identify what this is 'thing' in picture attached. Thank you!
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    Centering 1930 Model A Deluxe Coupe on towing trailer

    First time post (newbie): I am purchasing a haul trailer, tandem axle, 16' long, wooded bed. Would like to hear from any experienced hauler who would know where to place my Model A Coupe in relation to the center point between the 2 axles of the trailer? Thank you, Ivan
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