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So I went to install my new horn rod. I can't even come close to getting it started down the bore in the steering column. There's quite a buildup of rust in the bore. I'm not sure yet how far down the rust goes. I need to increase the ID by about .030 in. to get a few thousandths clearance for...

I'm looking over my newly purchased 31 pick-up. Many of the fasteners have a situation where a castle nut is positioned so far down on the threads that the cotter pin will never contact it. Maybe somebody used the wrong length bolt but even the special pitman arm bolt has the same problem. All...

The Pop-Out ignition seems to be a very scarce item. Is there a substitute switch that is reliable, looks good and is priced reasonably? I would appreciate any recommendations. Thanks.

I believe, at one time, there was an individual or company offering for sale a complete set of fasteners for the body and chassis of a Model A. As I recall the set had all the right grades, lengths and finishes for every nut, bolt, washer and cotter-pin required. I would appreciate it if someone...

Has anyone used the Bob Drake u-joint in a Model A? If so, was it a success? In the past some have mentioned the possibility of interference with the enclosure. I want to learn about the experience of others before moving ahead. Thanks.

I would really appreciate it if someone could please tell me the recommended method for removing the throwout (clutch release) bearing from the hub it's mounted on. The wall of the hub is pretty thin and it looks like it would be hard to press the bearing off without distorting the end of the...

Is there a reproduction Model A u-joint on the market that's considered good, or are they all poor quality imports?

My replacement pilot bearing is thicker than the surface in the flywheel it's made to be located on. I want the bearing to be in the right location to correctly support the end of the main drive gear. What would be the best position to use? 1) I can press it in place so it's centered on the...