Model A Tips, Tricks & Info
Selecting Serviceable Wire Wheels for your Model A
Selecting a safe, serviceable Model A wire wheel means knowing what damage can be repaired and what should send a wheel to the scrap pile. This technical tip covers rust, cracks, gouges, wobble, worn mounting holes, and other common concerns.
Model A Sparton Horn Maintenance
The unmistakable “Ah-ooo-gah” of the Model A Sparton horn is one of the most recognizable sounds of the era. Discover the history behind SPARTON, the men who built the company, and the maintenance that keeps these classic horns sounding their best.
Rebuilt Distributor Checklist
A rebuilt Model A distributor should always be checked before installation. Proper shaft-to-bushing clearance, open oil passages, correct lubrication, stable plates, and final electrical checks can help prevent misfiring, erratic point gaps, and distributor failure.
Model A Fan Belt: Choosing the Right Dayco Replacement
A rebuilt Model A distributor should always be checked before installation. Proper shaft-to-bushing clearance, open oil passages, correct lubrication, stable plates, and final electrical checks can help prevent misfiring, erratic point gaps, and distributor failure.
Which spark plug is the best for my Model A
Spark plugs have always been a subject of conversation amongst car enthusiast. Model A fans are no exception. Which spark plug is the best for my Model A is usually the result of the discussion. While Champion 3X spark plugs are still available but they are quite expensive. In the $25 range each. There are, however, alternative spark plugs that are available at a much lower price.
Your Oil Change Routine
Save time by working smarter. In the time it takes for the oil to all drain, you can take care of several little routine maintenance items on your "A" that will keep it running well and avoid a problem on the road.
A Hidden Electrical Fault
Reproduction Model A firewall terminal boxes have been made overseas for a long time and many have a hidden electrical fault that can be very difficult to locate; the fault could be disastrous and actually cause a fire.
Stopped Up Radiator
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