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I have a Signal - Stat 0900 Sigflare signal switch in my Model A and it will activate the directional lights but not the light on the switch itself. It has worked fine for a long while but recently stopped. I replace the bulb in ther switch itself but remains inoperable. I rechecked the light...

Depressing the clutch on my Model A is becoming more difficult because of nerve damage in my foot. I am wondering (Asking) if anyone is aware of some type of assist that I might get that lessen the pressure required to depress the clutch. At present I have the standard 'A' clutch and pressure...

I just finished replacing the rear window in my 1930 Pickup and it did not turn out like I had hoped. I bought new U Channel rubber and the seal on the inside of the window looks great. The outside is a different story. The rubber is puckered and wrinkled. This was a first effort and I plan to...

If I want to use an electric fuel pump for the Model A do I need to put a regulator in line and is there a recommendation for what pump to use? Thanks

I recently aquired a 1941 Ford . It runs great and has good power but emits blueish smoke from the tailpipe when accelerating from a stop. I am looking for suggestions as to what may be causing the problem and how I might test for the cause. The compression is around 100 psi and even in all...

I am helping a friend install an air conditioner in his Model A and the emergency brake handle interferes with the evaporator handle. Does anyone know if you can purchase a shortened brake handle? Thanks for your help. Bob

On July fourth I drove my Model A in a parade that lasted 1 3/4 hours. I t was at a very slow pace in hilly conditions. As a result I was always using the clutch which caused damage to a nerve in my left leg (common peroneal nerve palsy). It causes drop foot and the doctors tell me that I cannot...

I have a 1929 Tudor that has been running great. I parked it in the garage last week and everything was fine. Today I went to start it and it was very difficult to start. Once started it is missing intermittently . I have a Sun tachometer and it now reading all over the place (erratic). I...

I am thinking of removing the body of my 1930 pickup from the frame for the purpose of painting it and trying to remove some of the rattles. Is there documentation available that outlines a procedure for accomplishing this task? Thanks for your help. Bob

I have installed a CB Radio in my Model A and it will function when the ignition is off however when I start the engine it will not function. I have checked ground and it is good. Any ideas on what I might look for. Thanks for your help Bob:confused:

About five years ago I had plates restored by Duane Wells. He had advertised in the Restorer but I cannot find his ad. Can someone tell me how to contact him? Thanks for you help. Bob

What are the guidelines for selecting the correct overdrive percentage? I have 16 inch wheels and 378 differential. Thanks for your help.

I recently purchased my second Model A (1928 Tudor) that has a Mallory ignition installed. It has a dual point system and seems to run quite well. The problem for me is I have no information on how to set timing or point gaps. Can someone point me in a direction that will lead to an...

About a week ago my engine began to miss and a great deal of white smoke came from the exhaust pie. I found that the number 2 cylinder had water I could detect when I removed the spark plug. I assumed I had blown a head gasket so I bought a new Snyder head and reassembled the engine Today...

I have a front float a motor mount that I purchased some time ago and I no longer have the installation instructions. My question is how do I locate the motor mount to drill the holes in the cross member? Thanks for any help you can give me. Bob

I have a 1930 Model A pickup truck that has a corroded front bumper and I want to replace it. My bumper width measures 64". I found a used front bumper and it measures 60". Can anyone tell me what the correct width should be? Thanks for your help Bob

I have installed a Tilitson on my Model A. It runs fine but leaks fuel after sitting for a while. I assume the float level needs to be set. The only way I can see to make the adjustment is to bend the float flange. Is there another option? Thanks Bob

Need a usable bed for a 29 Roadster Pickup.

The transmissions in my pickup pops out of third gear under load. I just rebuilt the transmission tower and replaced everthing including the shift lever. It now shifts great but it still pops out of third gear. I have no idea what to look for to resolve the problem. Any help would be...

I want to adjust the clutch plate so that it will increase the space between the flywheel and the disk. I have no adjustment on the pedal and the clutch plate is not disengaging enough to make shifting a little easier. There are six adjusting screws that I can get to through the inspection...