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  1. Billy 1931 Model A

    timing gear question

    Took the valve cover off. When I turn the crankshaft, the cam doesn’t turn, so the distributor doesn’t turn. It seems either the cam timing gear and/or the crankshaft timing gear is busted, right? Also, copper gaskets or graphite?
  2. Billy 1931 Model A

    glass fuel sediment bowl

    My A was running fine, and then just stopped. When I look at the glass fuel sediment bowl, the liquid in there has the color of water. Gasoline has the color of apple juice, doesn't it? Has my engine stopped because the fuel being delivered is actually water? What would you do?
  3. Billy 1931 Model A

    winter lay-up

    My A will spend the winter in an unheated garage in Connecticut. How do I prepare her for the winter lay-up? I think my radiator is full of water not antifreeze. How do I drain the radiator and block? What else should I do?
  4. Billy 1931 Model A

    fuel tank capacity

    Almost had a dangerous situation today. Took the A for a ride and the fuel was approaching less than ¼. Stopped and filled it with over 7 gallons. Oops, I could see the fuel liquid behind the fuel gauge window, and the fuel was leaking out of the little octagonal fitting surrounding the fuel...
  5. Billy 1931 Model A

    Wantaugh NY event June 8

    Is the Wantagh NY Model A event June 8 going to happen? What other Model A events are in the NY metro area this summer?
  6. Billy 1931 Model A

    flags for front bumper

    Where can I buy the handsome little mounting for the front center bumper for three small American flags? Flags spread out 10:00 noon 2:00?
  7. Billy 1931 Model A

    Connecticut, New York area

    Are there many Model A events near me? (Fairfield County, CT).
  8. Billy 1931 Model A

    Serial numbers

    Perhaps you can help me: I think my car is a 1931 roadster 40B. It has cowl lights and a rear mounted spare. But the serial number stamped on the engine is A2650230, which would indicate the engine was manufactured in November 1929. The serial number stamped on the frame is not visible...
  9. Billy 1931 Model A

    roadster top boot tie down

    Where can I find the straps and hardware to tie down the boot covering my roadster top? Please see the two straps in the photo. Love this car.
  10. Billy 1931 Model A

    wobbling at low speeds

    My Roadster has a wobble around 20 MPH, which goes away at higher and lower speeds. It also goes away when I steer a bit left or right. There's a bit of play in the steering wheel. Does this sound like a steering adjustment is needed, or is this simply how a 90 year old car behaves...
  11. Billy 1931 Model A

    Had a flat today

    The stem popped off. With some help from a bystander, we were back on the road with the spare in minutes. I guess I can buy a 4.75/5.00 X 19 tube from Coker Tire. What's the proper psi inflation for these tires? Mine are whitewalls. Thanks, Billy
  12. Billy 1931 Model A

    Generator pulley casting

    Dear experts, my generator pulley failed (shown). Bought the wrong one on eBay. The wrong one is a different taper, and the hole (on the yellow paper side) is too large on the wrong one. What is the right item and where can I buy it? Billy
  13. Billy 1931 Model A

    People just love the Model A

    What is it about these cars? Everybody loves them! Drive along our roads here in beautiful Connecticut, and everybody waves, cheers, gives the thumbs up! We're a big hit with everyone from the 9 year old girls to the 75 year old men. What is it about these cars?
  14. Billy 1931 Model A

    Today is an "A' day

    Friends, Show us your A today. It was a beautiful day to join the parade in Old Greenwich CT
  15. Billy 1931 Model A

    Model A owners - you'll love these

    Pull a Model A out of a thicket and it runs! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LEDhFp1SyEw A Hot Rod Before Its Time: Ford’s Model A, With a Boost https://www.nytimes.com/2021/11/18/business/ford-model-a-hot-rod.html?referringSource=articleShare
  16. Billy 1931 Model A

    What is this carb?

    What is this carb on my A? Doesn't look like a Zenith nor a Tillotson.
  17. Billy 1931 Model A

    trouble starting

    My A is restored and in very nice condition. She starts about half the time. I have new plugs and a new head installed by my restorer, a professional. I believe my starting problems are operator-error. I've read everything and tried everything: Spark lever up (retarded), throttle at half...
  18. Billy 1931 Model A

    Engine RPMs

    What speed do you find yourself shifting into 3d? Is there a chart of RPM v. MPH for each gear in the Model A? I find myself driving around town in 2d at higher revs, because the engine seems happier than at low revs in 3d. What's your experience? Love this car.
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