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I put my early 30 Model A in storage the end of May, removed battery. It was running fine at that time. Today I reinstalled the battery and it started on first 'try'. However, it immediately started to squeal and did my next 2 starts, also. I turned it off immediately each time. The fan blades...

Should I use Yellow PTFE gas line thread seal tape or just hand tighten as Paul Shinn does on his fuel line 'replacement' video. I am installing an A-09189-a valve and an A-09194 filter. Present valve has lasted 30+ years with no tape. Sammy at AZ Model A says the crappy gas with excess ethanol...

In my Red Model A Vol. I Mechanics Handbook page 1-331 lower right diagram... my question is re: the two 7/16-20 nuts. Are the two nuts fastened tightly or loose. Mine are a tad loose and they have not been 'touched' since I bought the A in 1963. Would they be 'loose' because of the spacers and...

I leave Bullhead City, AZ each summer because of the heat and return in the middle of Sept. My A is garaged stored year around. For the last 10 years I have been either emptying my fuel system and replacing glass sediment bowl filter screen and gasket prior to refilling in Sept. or filling the...

Question: Is there a preference in using a distributor body with brass electrodes over a body with steel electrodes? I have been using one with brass since 1963. No problem. I 'discovered' a brand new body with steel electrodes still packaged which I forgot I even had. Just curious as I must...

I removed the original gasket from my repro cap and my new gasket 'floats' in the cap between the copper 'gasket' and twist clamp. Original gasket was larger and was a snug fit as it was installed during production. New gasket has a larger center hole so it will fit over twist clamp and is...

Per MAFCA website photo I have an original#, RCX-1 windshield wiper w/2 screws holding the cover on my early 30 Tudor wiper. I have a TRICO 1062x Wiper Kit still sealed in the box which I purchased in the 70's at Little Dearborn in Mpls. Would any of you barners know if this kit is applicable...

I just drained my fuel for a 3 month storage by running it dry. Noticed a little sediment in the bottom of the glass bowl as I removed it. Turns out the 'dirt' was from the deteriorating neoprene gasket. My A runs fine with no fuel problems. What would be the better replacement: 1. Cork gasket...

Which is the correct STP product to purchase for adding to my 600W transmission oil? I use John Deere Corn Head Grease in my steering box.

I received my Sparton horn cover plate in the mail today and the two included rivets are the split style. I was expecting pop rivets for my Arrow pop riveter. Do all suppliers ship their covers with split rivets? What have 'others' on the Fordbarn used to attach the plate?

When turning the choke rod CW, clockwise, how far should it be turned for a 'starting' adjustment location prior to starting my A. I can turn mine CW to the point where the engine will sputter and a quarter turn or less CCW will 'restart' it again. However, it is not a smooth turning of the...

I would appreciate any tips on replacing the ignition switch on my early '30. It is not a pop-out switch. My Model A Ford Mechanics Handbook Vol. I just addresses the pop-out switch. I ordered a new ignition switch from Sammy at AZ Model A and he told me I would not have to replace my cable. Is...

I would appreciate any tips on replacing the ignition switch on my early '30. It is not a pop-out switch. My Model A Ford Mechanics Handbook Vol. I just addresses the pop-out switch. I ordered a new ignition switch from Sammy at AZ Model A and he told me I would not have to replace my cable. Is...

I have been in the 'Barn' for 3 years and this is my first posting. I have learned a lot from viewing all the posts in the last 3 years and thank you all. Are there any other members in the Tri-State area, Lake Havasu City, Needles, Laughlin, Kingman, Bullhead City area I could be in touch with...