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I am planning on getting back in the garage this weekend. I would like to clean the front rims and check the front brakes. Once I remove the wheel what areas should I be examining, obviously brake material thickness but what other areas or any preventive maintenace that should be performed...

My carburetor developed a leak. It is a tillotson carb. The leak appears to be between the 2 halves, is this typical with these carburetors warping? I finally get this car running so darn good and now this. Any suggestion? Thanks Mike

I spent several hours yesterday searching and reading posts regarding overheating but is there a way to determine if the engine is running too hot? I recently flushed the cooling system, replaced the hoses, and waterpump. I have refilled the cooling system with water with a small amount of...

I am now at the point where I would like to check out the charging system. I have read several posts and have read other publications but I am still very confused. At idle the amp guage reads slightly on the charge size. When I accelerate the guage peaks on the charging side. I placed a...

I now have the engine running and would like to adjust the carburator properly. I have a tillotson carburator which I have throughly cleaned and replaced all the necessary pieces. I made sure the intake flange surface was flat. I think I understand how the fuel adjustment in the cab should be...

I have my car now running but it appears the waterpump has now seized. Does anyone have any advice for replacing the pump or any , tips, tricks or things I should be aware of? Thanks Mike

I am planning on draining the oil on my car this weekend. * Do I just remove the drain plug and empty the pan? * Is there a screen or filter of some sort? * What oil is recommended? * How may quarts of oil are needed? Sorry for the basic questions, I am still learning the vehicle...

Well I have the "A" cranking properly but I have no spark at the plugs. I did a search on the forum and began reading several posts regarding spark issues. I replaced the condensor only because I had a brand new one handy. I have spark at the coil wire. I did the test where I have the points...

I have removed the 6 volt battery from my father's model A for charging. I have topped of the cells and plan to charge the battery today. When I test the cells with a hydrometer what should they measure. I'm sorry for the basic question I was once an auto-mechanic but I have been away from it...

I am a new member here and I am trying to get my father's 1930 A running. The car has been sitting for a few years. The first issue I am having is with the starter switch. The starter switch was replaced a few years ago. When I try to step on the starter, the rod doesn't seem to move. I...