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    Coronavirus vs "A" Drive

    If you look at the Diamond Princess and USS Roosevelt, only 15 - 20% will likely get it even under the worst condition. Half of those will never even know they have it. On the Diamond Princess the median age of passengers was 69 and of those who were infected.
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    WTB 31 Roadster or Roadster pickup

    I want a Model T but would settle for a Model A. I want an open car, two seater, so Roadster or Roadster pickup. I want a '31 because of no fuel tank leak issue. I want it to drive, not daily but not in a parade once a year. I don't want a project but I work on my own vehicles so minor stuff...
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    WTB 1926 - 1927 Runabout

    Bump. I have cash, a trail and ain't afraid of Covid-19.
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    Can I run my A on White Lightning Moonshine?

    You need more alcohol per volume of air to get the proper air/fuel ratio. Generally the jets in a carburetor designed for gasoline will be much too small. You can try to drill the jets out. Another problem might be cold weather starting. Running straight alcohol with a stock jetted carburetor...
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    Can I run my A on White Lightning Moonshine?

    You need more alcohol per volume of air to get the proper air/fuel ratio. Generally the jets in a carburetor designed for gasoline will be much too small. You can try to drill the jets out. Another problem might be cold weather starting.
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    Model T as a daily driver

    Inspirational!
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    Model T as a daily driver

    Nothing is safe! Around 40,000 folks died on America's highways last year and I am guessing a Model T was not involved in any of them. I have a Lotus 7 as a daily driver, it ain't safe.
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    Finding TDC for leak-down test

    Yep, put your thumb over the hole of the adaptor that screws into spark plug hole and turn crank until you feel pressure on #1. Apply some air, resistance will go away at TDC. Then apply full air pressure. Then follow firing order, 1/2 revolution to next TDC
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    Virus time off from school

    Have 'em read a few books for balance, Robinson Crusoe, Treasure Island, Swiss Family Robinson, Tom Sawyer, Huckleberry Finn, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Casino Royale.
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    1927 Model T

    About settled on the 1926 - 1927 Runabout/roadster. I would go for a roadster pickup. I like the steel spoked wheels. Good running condition is more important than pristine looks. I need something with a good title so I can get it on the street.
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    WTB 1926 - 1927 Runabout

    I'm looking for a 1926 - 1927 Model T Runabout, steel spoke wheels, mostly original. I'm not looking for a project or a museum piece. I want something I can register easily in TX and drive some. I want to work on it but not rebuild it. I don't want something that has been converted to 12v. I...
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    1927 Model T

    Thanks for the feedback, what I was looking for. I was hoping or a two seater/runabout/roadster.
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    1927 Model T

    https://www.ebay.com/itm/1927-Ford-Model-T-Frame-off-Restoration-4-Cylinder/392722177333?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649 I've been watching this car on a couple of site. I have spoken to the dealer in Florida that owns it. The dealer is asking $23k. He doesn't seem...
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    AvGas in the ford

    The octane rating system has changed since the old days. The new method R + M / 2 averages research and motor octane and give a lower number. I think modern 93 is really around 100 by the old method. Modern avgas, 100 LL is really around 93 octane by modern method. As for lead, 100 LL has about...
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    New guy seeking advice

    Different Juan Valdez. They do grow some coffee in Mexico. I need to make me a check list of all the things I need to check when I start seriously looking at Model As.
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    New guy seeking advice

    I was think about building up a spare engine.
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    exhaust manifold coating

    Not Model A specific but I have used Jet Hot on motorcycle and car exhaust. It works very well and is very durable. It is also a little expensive. On something like a Model A exhaust manifold where they can get to the inside, it will be coated inside and out. You can get it in a variety of...
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    New guy seeking advice

    Man, ton of good feedback! With my newfound knowledge I'm leaning toward '31 Coupe or Roadster. I haven't ruled out pickups. I'm going to try and go to one of the A functions in San Antonio and check out the options in person. I would also like some recommendations on reading material. What are...
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    New guy seeking advice

    5'9", 170 lbs.
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