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    Negative Battery Shut-Off

    I understand the correct way to install the battery shut-off. However, has there ever been a fire cause by the shut-off being on the negative battery terminal? Has the 'incorrect' installation been the cause? This fire not due to an accident -- nor fuel leaks
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    Fire

    What were the primary reasons one would catch on fire? Assuming not being involved in an accident as the cause. Fuel or Electrical
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    Radio Controller

    Where was the radio controller placed on the steering column -- above or below the steering column support bracket (not that it makes a difference) Thanks
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    The Untouchables Series

    Is what started my Model A Ford Career!!
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    Battery Shut-Off

    When the battery shut-off switch is on the Positive cable, what electrical positions are still powered? Yes, I understand this is not the correct setup
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    Metric Fitting

    Plz help me understand: Were Metric sizes -- I've been told the Zenith Carburetor (jets) was, used during the production of - either - the Model T/A's? Would Henry approve of this?
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    Mileage

    During the Model A Era - what was the average annually milage driven? I drive the '31 Truck
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    Fender Skirts

    Surely someone had them?
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    Text Messaging

    I'm thinking no one has been ticketed with texting and driving this era car. So, we're safter for all the Model A Drivers out there!
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    Planet Fitness

    After I drove the manage around in my '31 PicUp, I was given a 20% reduction in my monthly fees. He's saying driving the A is equally to his exercise machine: Hip Adductor (sometimes, I make stuff up)
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    Tire Pressure

    Why must I reservice my tires, at least, once every two weeks (daily driver). Even after I get new tires/tubes, this still happens. Doesn't happen with my 'modern' car. Now when I take it out, I check tire pressure and engine oil/water prior. Uses more air than gas??
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    Daily Drive

    Was A Beautiful Day To Drive My Model A!!! Now I know what it feels to live in 1931?
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    Grease Gun Coupler

    For me, what a brilliant idea!! The Coupler replaces your regular coupler with one that 'locks-on' (quick disconnect) to the grease fitting so that both hands can be used to work the pump!! Never knew it existed!!
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    Are We There Yet?

    How close, as a society are we, to not know how to drive a stick-shift?
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    Perfect Circle Piston Rings

    Back during the Dirty Thirties, how many miles did the engines last before they needed to be replaced/rebuilt. Might the Company: Prefect Circle made them?
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    Door Adjustments

    There's not much I can really do, is there? '31 Budd Cab drivers side, have to slam after many try's/adjustments to it. Yes, I have seat belts
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    Fire Hazard

    What is the main fire hazards for the Model A's?
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    Bolt Buster Heat Induction Tool

    Anyone familiar with this tool? Any recommendations? Thanks
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    100 Years ago

    May 1st, 1926, Henry Ford started the 40 hour/5 day work week.
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    This Is Embarrassing

    Changed out my Fan Belt and now the radiator temps never rise above 160 degrees -- even in Florida weather.
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