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Over the last few days I have replaced the radiator in my 1929 Model A phaeton. Here in Oz, we get some hot days and last summer I had a few days where 'Betsy' got very close to boiling. I suspect that the radiator then was original and partially clogged. Heat gun on the radiator registered...

I have just changed the engine oil - No problems. I was emptying the drain pan into a drum for responsible disposal when at the bottom of the pan, I noticed some white streaks. These milky white streaks (see picture) are evidence of coolant in the oil, but only a very small amount!! The...

On the attached picture, I show the rear brake drum on my 1929 Model A. You can see the that the emergency brake pins all have split pins but they face the inside of the car and hence are not easily visible. The rear service brake however has split pins that face outwards from the car and...

I have a RHS drive 1929 Phaeton and it has a significant lean to the right (drivers side) of about 1 inch lower body on the right. I have tried greasing front and rear springs, adjusting U bolt tension and order of tightening as described in other posts. The problem is a bit improved by doing...

Have just fitted a new carburettor, and checked the manifolds for leaks etc. All appears good, no leaks and car runs beautifully. I have stripped distributor and redone timing and again appears to run at idle and speed with no problems. So, after idling correctly and running properly up and...

I have taken manifolds and valve cover off the block of my 1929 standard Model A and note clearances from tappers to valve stems of between 0.018 to 0.022". This is too large according to Les Andrews settings but I cannot see how to adjust the clearance to reduce them. There does not seem to...

I had to take the radiator out of my 1929 Phaeton to solder up a small leak in one of the top pipe joints. In preparation for replacing the radiator after fixing, I bought two new radiator mounting springs from Snyders as those that were there originally appeared to have previously been cut to...

I am considering putting a spare tire fender well into a fender already on my car. I have the fender well from Snyders with clear instructions how to do it, but has anyone actually done this? I am looking for issues and problems I might face. For example, 1) is there the likelihood of...

Haven't tried it, but you can get 19" and 21" motorcycle tubes which should fit the standard Model A rims and wheels. While not a great cost saving, these are much more easily available - Just a trip to the local garage.... But, are they suitable or would they raise any safety risk? I can't...