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I have installed a full-flow oil filter on my A. It is the one that mount on the valve cover and sticks out horizontally. The output tube from the oil pump is extended and goes directly into the oil filter. On first startup, the filter is empty and has to be filled up by the pump before any...

I haven't driven my car in nearly 65 years and am restoring it now. I just installed a new light switch. It turns on the headlights by turning the lever counterclockwise 2 clicks that that turn on the headlight high and low beams. There is one click clockwise that turns on the parking lights...

I took my old speedometer cable out of my car about three years ago. Now it is time to install a new one, but I can't remember the routing. Does the cable travel along the frame rail into the engine bay and then come back in through the firewall somewhere? Or does the cable follow the frame...

I am trying to set the side window glass in my '31 Coupe into the metal glass channel with the rubber setting stuff. It has become so difficult that I think there must be a trick. Does anyone know the proper way to do this? Thanks, Jim

Does anyone have a template for the top bows of the '31 coupe? Or do you know where I can find one? Thx

I am trying to make fender patch es for the headlight bar using Snyders A-16006-BP. Rookie question: do the dimples go up toward top of fender or down towards inside of fender. My fenders are so completely rusted out that I cannot tell and I get no help from Snyders. Thx, Jim

Brand new light switches, color coded wire leads attached including corresponding wiring diagram. $40 each. (Wiring harnesses sold)

Several year ago I happened om a site that displayed whatever paint colors you were considering on whatever body style you chose. I thought it was pretty cool. Now that I need it to pick my paint colors, I can't find it. I thought it was on MAFCA, but it doesn't seem to be the case. Does...

Does anyone have a list of clevis pins and standard sizes for the Model A? Does anyone have a source for oversize clevis pins? Trying to take some of the slop out of my rods. Thx, Jim

Does Randy Gross have a website? Or email? Or Phone number? Thx. Jim

How can I repair a rusted out rear body corner? The available patch panels don’t fit worth a tinker’s darn. Does anyone have a suggestion?

When removing the old ring gear, after heating it up, do you tap it forward toward the engine or backward toward the transmission??? Thanks,guys. This is first time I have tried this.

I need a straight front axle, don't necessarily need wishbone, spring perches, etc. Hoping I can find one in Minnesota so I can pick it up.

I need to repair my rear spring perches that have worn through. Somewhere I remember seeing a procedure where you cut a section of steel tubing and weld it inside the old perch. Does this ring a bell for anyone? Or does anyone have a better idea? Thanks, Jim

Does anyone know where I can buy a lightened flywheel for my '31 coupe?

I am trying to install a Float-A-Motor. The spacers for the rear engine mount seem too long. The installation diagram shows them going through the rubber pad and the frame, but the nuts will not tighten properly. Should the FAM casting be drilled o accept the spacer? I would appreiate any...

I am putting modern valves into a 28 block. I am having a Dickens of a time getting those little keepers on the valve stems with my fat fingers. There must be a secret method known only to an elite few for how to do this. Does anyone care to share that secret... Thx, Jim

My '31 coupe has been in storage for the last 60 years. Can anyone bring me up to speed on current thinking about gas and oil for the Model A? I assume 87 octane unleaded, but additives/no additives? How about oil? I am installing a full flow filter. Detergent/non-detergent, real oil or...

Is the throwout bearing press fit to the hub? Or do I just have some 80 year old grease that make the bearing feel like it is press fit? Thanks for any help. Jim

When mounting a model A engine to an engine stand, which bolt holes should be used? The crankshaft sticks out so far in the back that it is proving difficult to get solid mount to then engine stand head. Thx.