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A friend gave me a set of 1928 Ct license plates for my 1928 A. They needed to be restored - rust, paint poor etc. I think the correct background is black. Not sure if flat, semi-gloss, or gloss. Numbers are white. Not sure if reflective. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks.

Had to pull water pump to rebuild. Stone guard had to come off to allow space for radiator to be moved forward. As we all know the stone guard has a "L" shaped bracket on the bottom of it that slips behind the radiator shell. Tight fit. In order to keep bracket from scraping the radiator...

Update from previous thread. Replaced fan belt hoping age was problem why water pump was not turning. Not the case. Pump turns with some resistance by hand but not with engine started. Must pull water pump. Questions - What steps do I take to make sure hood goes back on in proper position...

Spent 10 days in hospital now fifth day home. Decided to start A. Started right up. In 30 seconds light smoke and burnt smell. Shut down. Had wife hit starter while I watched. Starter turns not water pump. Water pump pulley shows sign of burned paint with residue on starter. What...

I live in CT and purchased a model a from someone in CT. Car was not registered and I got a bill of sale. I'll selling the car without me registering it. In order to register in CT a new buyer needs a bill of sale, normal registration form, proof of insurance, motor vehicle ownership...

Help settle discussion with my friend. I told him the 1928 roadster standard windshield folds out. He says no. Who's right. Thanks. No wager involved.

My 1929 roadster white walls are a little yellow.. Any recommendations on cleaning? Don't want to ruin them. Thanks for advise.

I believe all the help the forum provided will enable me to continue to try to start the 1929 roadster engine. Found bad condenser. Now have spark with all electrical checks passed. Thanks. However developed new problem that prevents me from going further - Starter hangs up and stays...

Starting to feel stupid. Timed engine after difficult time finding TDC. Replies to previous threads were helpful.. Thanks to all. Engine wouldn't start. Gas coming out of zenith carb where air filter goes. Pulled plugs. 1 and 4 dry. 2 and 3 wet. Used probe camera to check function of...

Is there an easy way to find TDC required for timing engine. Spent an hour yesterday with no success. Thanks for your help.

Need to remove ignition cable from distributor body. More than hand tight!! How do I loosen without marring cable? Should cable be screwed in far enough to make indent in lower body plate area here where condenser connects? Thanks for your help..

In advance thanks for your help. Looking for a source to buy some touch-up paint for my 1929 roadster. Color Rose beige. I understand Acrylic Lacquer is no longer available. Using on inside hood hinges. Color match would be good - type of paint not priority. Thanks.

Need some help. Two questions. Does the shift tower boot and brake boot go over or under the floor matt? Also how can I find dead center without using the hand crank? Crank will not go in because of interference problem. Sheet metal under radiator too high and radiator cowling in the way...

The 29 roaster I plan to buy hasn't run in 7 years. Plan to drain radiator, oil and refill. Should I pull spark plugs and put oil in cylinders for day or two, then hand crank and start? Any advise would be appreciated. Thanks.

Found 1929 Model a 2 door roadster for sale. Mint condition redone by body shop pro. Not moved or started for 7 years. Will see tomorrow. Son selling since dad very sick. Asking 15K. Should I be afraid since it's been sitting so long? What could be the hidden issues? Seems like good price...

Need help. My 1928 has a voltage draw. Battery goes dead without car usage. How do I find the source. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks Jim.

1928 model a 2 door sedan has battery draw. How do I find my battery draw. Battery goes dead without car use. Appreciate your help. Jim.

Have 1928 Model a 2 door sedan. Battery keeps going dead. Clamp meter shows draw. How do I find draw? Any help would be appreciated. Thanks

Have 1928 Model A 2 Door Sedan. Battery keeps going dead. Have electrical draw somewhere. Any suggestions on how to find battery draw. Clamp meter shows draw enough to kill battery. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks

Battery going dead. Meter shows .33 draw. Cut out relay good. How do you trouble shoot?