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Recently I purchased a 30' coupe. It idled fine but backfired at speed. The Tillotson Model X carb leaked horribly when the gas was left on. I assumed there was blockage in the carb making the vehicle run lean. So, I purchased a Tillotson rebuild kit and proceeded to rebuild the carb. The Model...

Is it my computer or is the website down?

My Fordor Sedan has an oil leak that is getting worse. The leak is very bad right after the motor has been run and slows after it cools off. What are some typical types of oil leaks these engines develop? I am wanting to have everything I need to fix before the vehicle is tore down although I...

Check out this trunk. The owner believes it to be FOMOCO but I am not sure. The inside is very nice wood and slotted for Model A tools.

I recently purchased a 4 door sedan and the previous owner kept the original headlights for his rod project. No big deal as I wanted to use a pair of family heirloom BLC aftermarket lights anyway. When I wired them I designated high beam, low beam, and ground. Now that they are wired I only have...

My brother is looking for a car to buy and we found a nice coupe. Unfortunately the vehicle got hot and cracked a head. The owner has a new head, gaskets, and fasteners to fix. What other problems can we expect to find as a result of the overheating. Would you be scared?

By turning the choke tube in the cab of my A counter clock wise, am I adding air or gas to the carb? In other words, am I leaning out the carb by opening up the adjustment or richening the mixture with more fuel? In the attached picture I circled the adjustment needle in question. Thanks

I understand the parts interchange so what is the difference besides the stamped housing?

My A was backfiring between shifts and I felt it was running a little lean. Therefore, I thoroughly cleaned the carb with chem-dip and carb cleaner. I put it back together like I have done before and made sure all the needles and jets were clear. I reinstalled the carb and the vehicle started...

It occurred to me that the best engine builders of Model A engines are relatively unknown. Therefore, if you know of an engine guy that builds an excellent motor please give us some information on him/her. Let us know their contact info, specialties, and your experience with their motor. Thanks.

I have properly adjusted mechanical brakes. They stop my vehicle wonderfully. If I switch to 16" wheels with wider biased tires how will that effect my braking. Currently, I am running stock 19" wheels on my 1930 Sedan. Thanks.

I have a Mitchell synchronized ****** and I am considering a V8. Which year model flatheads will bolt up? Thanks

Well, I made it to austin and back. I had a great weekend and I'm glad I went. My car did wonderful and never missed a beat. When I pulled in my driveway and shut the car off it puked oil. It has never done that before. It seems to have stopped now but it has never done that before. I checked...

What kind of grease do ya'll use? What's the difference between lithium, marine, and others? What kind should be used on Model A? How bout water pumps, any difference in grease? Thanks.

My new Model A Coupe is running perfect. The motor, transmission, clutch, wiring, & tires are all fresh. There is a certain car show in Austin that I want to go to next week, (400 miles round trip). What if I take my time, is that too far for a stock Model A. Well somewhat stock, I do have high...

My new Model A coupe runs and drives flawless until I hit the brakes. It has a horrible roar/vibration. It doesn't do it every time which makes it very weird. I am running stock mechanical brakes.The previous owner said that the linkage was vibrating. The brakes stop great but the roar is...

i have some 19" Model A tires I need taken off rims and put on new powder coated rims. What's the best way?

My favorite thing is the sound of that 4 Banger idling! Next...

Just bought a 30' Model Coupe on E-Bay and I am very excited about picking it up next Friday. The current owner says that the only rattle is in the doors but they can be adjusted. I've only owned 1 other Model A, (29' Pickup,) and the doors didn't rattle. The coupe is a stock Model A. How do I...

Hey Guys, I want to put 30-31 Model A wire wheels on the front of my hot rod. I have the early ford completely round spindles on a dropped axle. I want to say they are 37-41 spindles. What year Ford front brakes will go to my spindles and my Model A wheels? Thanks