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A Model "A" is a thing that is prone to nicks & scratches in its paint. They are unavoidable. For this reason, I would not use a clear coat on a Model "A" because it complicates touch-up. Clear coat is especially bad on black & dark colors as it shows every scratch. The best finish in my opinion...

Use a black touch-up pen.

It is a "reluctor" system that replaces the breaker points with a magnetic induction type switch. Good advice is to scrap the reluctor system and return to the original breaker points that have worked well for decades. The reluctor system is much less reliable.

"AR" means the part drawing is the first release by engineering. The "R" indicates the part was discontinued in production, but retained for service use.

These slides may hep you.

The king pin bushing reamer is 0.814" Diameter. A quality line reamed pair of holes should be 0.815" or less in diameter.

Thanks Marshall! I appreciate all of time & research you do.

Thanks again Jim!

Ayers1, thanks for the pictures. I also need pictures or a diagram of how the mechanism attaches to a wood frame driver's seat such as in the Victoria.

Is there an assembly diagram or photos depicting how the ratchet type front seat adjustment mechanism goes together?

Thanks Jim. I expect that your technique will work in all "A's" with the ratchet type front seat adjustment mechanism.

Last evening the LH rear turn signal failed again. There is an open circuit somewhere and it may be in the bullet connectors. Once again, more to follow.

I have installed many Model "A" & "B" engines and not once did I use a frame spreader. Try installing the engine without it.

This slide should help you.

The problem is fixed. After disassembling the Signal Stat,I found nothing wrong inside of it. Then I replaced the electronic flasher, but still no joy. The right side taillight has all functions working, so I ruled out the brake light switch. The problem was the bullet connections of the LH...

My advice is to use a modern Ford starter drive that is made in the USA. The original Bendix drive is prone to failure especially if you have used parts in it.

Re: Help please I don’t know where to look Ditto Dave Renner!

In my opinion, original "A's" & "AA's" are not properly recognized by national judging classes. Giving these vehicles national recognition will encourage keeping them original, especially since the cost of a restoration has become unaffordable for many enthusiasts.

Is there a national MARC - MAFCA class for judging original Model A's?

My local club just appointed a "Youth Ambassador." The Ambassador will develop local Model "A" displays at schools, churches, libraries, fairs, etc. My club also has a trifold handout brochure that tells all about our club & the Model "A" hobby. As I said in my prior post, it is the local clubs...