Are any of those cars that you would recommend? Ever thought of doing what a lot of muscle car experts do? They 'inspect" and "authenticate" them so buyers have more confidence and easier to justify a price.
@@leatherwoodjay In order to do that, I would have to make some sort of appraisal. It's impossible to do that without inspecting each car in person. I already have a full time job.
@@markduffala3724 I already did a video on steering boxes. In this video, I gave them way more screen time than the subject deserves. If you don't like how I make videos, I encourage you to make a Model A video, I'll watch it!
My uncle literally hauled home a bunch of parts and said he’d make a car out of it one day. The body looked like it was dug out of a graveyard somewhere. A few years later he wins trophies with it everywhere he goes 🤷♂️. Man I wish I had that kind of talent lol
That's rare...usually the bunch of parts hauled home lay around and deteriorate further until the one who said he'd "make a car out of it one day" either is too old and not able to work on it, or passes away..."one day" never comes...
This is another fabulous video! You really know your stuff when it comes to purchasing these Model A cars. Everything you said made perfect sense to me and was easy to comprehend. Might I say, that Model A you used for your demonstration is beautiful!! Mercy, would I love to have one of those on my farm. Wow is the best word I could use for that car and your knowledge of these wonderful machines. I'm retired and of course, if I could ever afford one, I would really struggle with that decision, 2 door coupe, 4 door or truck. Great job Paul and thank you for sharing your time and knowledge with all of us, especially us want-to-Be's. Hope you and model T have a fantastic weekend! See you next time!
I started the install car. Club in Alberta 1958 I bough my 28 ctv in 1956 rom the original owner the local ford mechanicI bought my 1930 Fordor in 1960 I have never seen a number on the fame of a Canadian ford would it be possible the it was n American frame in a Canadian car ?
Hi Paul--thank you for another great video! Each week I look forward to watching your latest production. I purchased my first Model A in the mid 60's while in grade school (I still own it), but this "Buyer's Guide" video continues to provide valuable information even to those of us who already own them. I retired at the age of 70 earlier this year and it was your videos along with the VFF online forum that have helped me begin to get more active with my A's. Thanks again and I hope that you are feeling better and regaining your strength.--Matt
How to buy a Fordor car. Find a nice little old lady that has a son that gets drunk and abuses her car George you come and get my car Gerald is just wrecking itNono l’ll give you $50 for it No you can have it for nothing Look take this $50 bill ok Deal I better put this car in my heated garage For about 78 years I cust that car but I won’t take it outside till I drive it out
Great video. I probably wouldn't feel comfortable buying one from anyone but you unless you were there to hold my hand looking one over. I drool all over my desk everytime I see one of yours on the screen.
This car looks much like my '31 Model A 2 doors sedan. Mine has a Ford 351w HO crate engine, a C6 A/T with a Ford 9" rear differential and modern 16" wire wheels with fat radial tires.
holy shit this video is recently? omg I was legit just looking for a video out of curiousity thanks, your content is pretty good as I have seen a few of your other videos
Another great video Paul. I wish the Model A was plentiful and (relatively) inexpensive here in Australia. They aren’t either. Home renovations are delaying my purchase of one. Anyway, I just live the Model A life vicariously through you and Adrian at Astra Werke. 😜
Sir: An excellent review of the Model "A" ! Very good tips, & info regarding problems related to date of manufacture. I must , however, respectfully disagree with your statement that mechanical brakes work well. My Grandfather ran a garage for decades, & I grew up in his garage ! (my age is 81). I have yet to find ANY vehicle with mechanical brakes where the brakes could be kept equalized. After a few stops, one wheel, or possibly two, (usually not on the same axle) would lock & the others contributed little or no braking action. In my experience, vehicles using rods to operate the brakes were easier to adjust than cable actuated brakes. Cable brakes rusted internally and seized up, or the cables "bird caged) etc. Equalizer bars were some help, but not great. Post WW2, no production vehicles of which I am aware used mechanical brakes. Many American vehicles were fitted with hydraulic brakes in the 30ies, & I believe that Ford held out until 1940, before adopting hydraulics. There is some dispute about 39 or 40. Canadian made Fords all had hydraulic brakes in 40, but American friends tell me that 39 was the first year for hydraulics on Fords. The exception may be the Lincoln. It may have been fitted with hydraulic brakes previous to the rest of the Ford vehicles. I don't know. I understand that honest men often disagree, & your experience with mechanical brakes may have been satisfactory, but mine were not. I owned 3 Model "A" cars, & used them as daily drivers. They were excellent cars, & ahead of their time in many ways. Generally reliable, & fun cars to drive. Thank you for your excellent video, & I have subscribed to your "channel".
Thank you Brian. The Model A uses brake rods, not cables. If everything in the brake system is kept in good condition, they do not experience the problems you mentioned. It doesn't matter how long someone was a mechanic, I have met life-long 80 year old mechanics who still don't know the proper way to adjust or maintain mechanical brakes. That doesn't mean mechanical brake systems are bad, it means the mechanics were bad for not learning and using the proper methods. The older they are, the worse it seems to be with "I've been doing this for 60 years!". They were doing it wrong for all 60 years then. You see how fast the Model A in the video went from 45 MPH to 0. Those brakes were last adjusted 4 years ago. Still working perfectly, with video to prove it.
Nice video, really have to look hard to find a great car like yours that has been well cared for they don't come for sale often. Really should take a club member with you when looking for a model a ford never hurts to have eyes looking
@@ModelA You are spot on regarding checking out those most important/high priority items when looking over a Model A Ford as described in your video. Don't get "hung up" on minor things that can be fixed/replaced later.
Hei Paul, good morning, at least here in Curacao is still morning😄. Again a top notch video aaaaas always, thank you my friend, hmmmm your video is becoming part of our Saturday morning the hub start of the week end hahahaha. Regards, Myron
My first car was a '31 Std Coupe. It was purchased black with creme colored wheels. It had a trunk and the top had been replaced with sheet metal and screwed in with slotted screws. My uncle, who bought it in around '74, took it to a guy who couldn't do anything with out a beer in one hand and a cigarette in the other and plenty of excuses for procrastination in his pocket. The guy was to be paid $1000 to do a minor restoration (kept the body on) and paint it. It was supposed to have been painted original Model A colors but when we got it back, it was Chevy Blue (sky blue)......the entire car!! I was so embarrassed but you don't look a gift horse in the mouth. It was my 16th bday present. My uncle had the upholstery done in gray mohair. I am way into originality in my cars so this was hard to swallow. We also got a rumble seat kit and I spent alot of time back there during parades and car club tours in the Kern County 100+ degree heat, pouring rain, fog, and wind storms. My aunt and uncle sat up front where they should. I eventually sold it when times got tough in my 20''s. My dream car is a '31 Fordor sedan even though you warn about the dangers of that. I'm glad you gave me a heads up. What a great video. Thanks so much for the quality videos and info.
Neat story James. Don't be too worried about the fordor wood, just be aware of it. If you find a fordor with solid wood in it, go for it! If you find one with rotten wood in it, then either skip it or be prepared for the hardest job of your life. I have replaced or helped replace wood in 4 fordors now. I finally had to draw a line in the sand and say no more!
@@ModelA My uncle owned probably 20 or so antique vehicles over time. The only Model A he owned then was a '31 Deluxe Roadster for a few short years that was unbelievably gorgeous. It stole the show wherever it went. I never understood why he sold it. It was the most beautiful of his collection.
I put it in my heated shop and said that the only was the car will go out will be drive it out I spent $20000 and10 years on it I put all new wood in it which is a very difficult thing from North Carolina as you have no measurements to go buy but I got mine very good cost wood interior tires engine paint glass plus smooth parts did all the work my. Self so don’t pay much for basket case I was Le Baron Bonney last customer One thing most all the repo items were not accurate but I did okay by doing a lot of searching
Paul, Thanks for another great video. I always learn something Thanks to you. My coupe engine sounds like it is ?"lopeing". I think I might be running on 3 cylinders. Am I on the right track? Regards to Model T.
Maybe. It could also be different compression in cylinders, worn distributor cam, different plug gaps, valve adjustment, carb too rich, lots of things. Start with a tune-up and compression check, then go from there.
Excellent video, Paul!! Great information to help me as I look for the "RIGHT" model A for me! Nice job filming and editing also. If Model T did this give a pat on the head for me. Great job guys! 73 de Jim w4jba
Hi Paul, i have a question... I have the luck to be able to work on a model a Phaeton that belongs to mi great uncle... Its been untouched for the last 15 years, im not a mechanic buy i really love cars... What do you recommend for a newcomer to the model a... Im form chile so parts are not going to be easy to get... Love the videos keep the good work!
Hi Felipe! Normally, I would suggest getting hooked up with a club because you will get lots of help and parts availability. In your case, I just don't know. Please ask around and see if there is another Model A owner around who might help.
Paul, is it difficult to install a overdrive into a Model A that didn't come with one? I'm new to Model A's and am enjoying your channel. I'm playing catch up and watching some of your older videos. Thanks.
Why would oil drip from the oil drain plug if it was sealed well with the drain plug? I had a 2007 Saturn Aura the never dripped any oil, are the washers not made to well now?
Do you mean The Restoration Guidelines and Judging Standards? Or do you mean something else? And, why would the Judging Standards be your choice? What parts do you believe are applicable to this video instruction? If someone is seeking to purchase a blue ribbon score 450+ Model A, then shouldn't they already know more than the presenter of this video?
I have the gedges standard bookWith th Canadian section .I have How to restore the model A Fod I got from Loyed clymer $. 3. 1961. I have. Ford model A service manual and owners hand book Floyd clymer $ 5 I have Ford price list and body parts I have Ford model t instruction book
I have a question. I have replaced the shut off on my 1931 model a three times but the sediment bowl still fills up with gas?! What do you think I could do to make it stop! Thank you
You know what Model A to buy?! A Model A replica that is made a kitcar using modern everything, and most importantly with an electric motor drivetrain. None of that 100 years old crap. When it was new, a model A tudor sedan was like 500 usd (that would be roughly 1 full year of minimum wage at that time). So in today's money, brand new, it was like 15.000 usd. If you find one in ok condition for 1.000 bucks, then you buy it, if not don't waste your money on some junk pile. If you're gonna spend at least be smart about it and enjoy the feeling but keep the modern comfort.
Check with the parts supplier’s (Snyders, CW Moss, Mike’s, to name a few) for available options for your ignition switch system. By all-in-one, I assume you are referring to a complete pop-out anti theft switch with the security primary lead cable. If changing the switch, you’re going to want to retain the pop-out appearance so don’t run to the auto parts store for a replacement switch . The armored primary can still be used if desired. Second suggestion would be to have an A wiring diagram, understand how the A primary was originally wired, and is yours stock or has it been modified . Failing this can result in crispy wires.
Great video, Paul! When I bought my 29 Model A Roadster, I was sold on the rumble seat! Spent 11k, she leaks oil, she has rust on the body, paint on the engine is pealing, several replaced parts that aren't original, but damn it, I love her. My wife and boy ride in the rumble seat and we cruise down the back roads here in Lancaster County PA, waving at the Amish and English who look with big smiles on their faces! This car is probable only worth 5k-10k to a avid Model A enthusiast, but I wouldn't sell it for 100k. It's my dream car, and you can put a price tag on the joy it's brought our little family for the last 3 years! And the best part about Model A, (at least mine) is that I always have a project. Whether it'd cleaning out the carburetor, adjusting the distributor, changing the fluids, greasing, aligning the front end, adjusting the brakes, touching up paint, you name it! my roadster is always a work in progress and it brings me so much satisfaction tinkering with it, and making just how I like it! Thanks for all the videos, Paul. Several of your tips and how-to videos have helped with some of my cars projects.
Hi Paul, great video! As a companion to the buyers guide could you do a video on the things every new Model A owner should have to keep their Model A sorted? Tools, fluids, books etc? Nice to haves versus need to have? Spare parts to keep on hand?
Excellent information here, and most of this applies to all old cars, not just the model a. Honestly, that Tudor is supremely nice- if you told me it was twenty years old instead of 90 I'd almost believe you! You and Tina have done an amazing job making that car look so good. Thanks for the video and glad to see you're doing well, Paul!
So we watched your videos, and we thought... Why not, let's give it a try. So we got our 1929 Tudor. It had an older restoration, but it needed work especially in the carburation department, it ran so bad it once blowedup the muffler clear open. The fan was broken, the timing was horrible, it had no power. So we watched your videos, and re-watched them. We want to thank you for the immense service you do for the Model A community. Without you we would have never got into car collecting, and we would have no clue how to fix a Model A. Now we have several cars, a very eclectic collection the includes a 29 Model A, a Ferrari, a Suzuki Samurai, a Bell Air and more on the way. After applying all your recommended fixes, we just took our model A for its first big trip. We drove it 84 miles, it ran on the highway at 60 MPH with no trouble at all, smooth, and boy was it fun. Thank you again. We made a video of our adventure, if you are interested it is on our channel. As I say in the video if you were not so far away I would send you my car and ask you to send it back when you thought it was perfect, because I will never know ail, you do. Cheers and thank you. Paul, (yes my name is Paul also).
Hey Paul, Love the video, very helpful! I see your Tudor has seat belts! Would it be possible to make a video on how you installed them? Also, turn signals?
I already bought mine, a monthly ago, video just a lil bit late 👀. Engine was bad inside, only noticed after a bit of driving. had to Buy another block to not spend loads of money on refurbishing. But worked out in the end
My dad was born in 1931 and loved the Model A. He drove one in high school in the late 40s. He instilled in me a love of classic cars. He's gone now but I am thankful for that.
I'm going to buy a 1930 Ford Model A pickup pretty soon. The Chassis has been refurbished and the engine has been rebuilt but never run. It's got most of its body parts aside from the back of the cab. It had a bed but the owner sold it. Otherwise, its all there. The cowl may be off of a 1926 Model T, based on appearance. The whole thing is $3500.
Next time someone asks me what's going on with my health, I'll just say my numbers don't match 😂 and let me tell you, I'm not in any place to add to this guide, but these yellow wheels (I forgot the proper name for it) are my favorite, perfect fall colors 😁 a must buy if you ask me!
@@ModelA I've actually bought a similar paint for the shed ☺️ It's going to be fall colored! And thank you, pretty sure I'll have my numbers matching sooner than later!
I have never thought "id like to buy that car just to have it, not even to drive it" until seeing a really nice A model like this one in person. They are really pretty buggies!
I usually over pay and under sell. It’s always the other guy that finds the Faberge egg in a barn and gets it for peanuts, or sells a pile of manure for a kings ransom. I’ve stopped telling people what I pay for “my toys”. This makes my brother furious as he is “one of those guys “. Most of the time people throw out big numbers just to try to impress, and it’s anyone’s guess if those numbers are even real. Great buying tips. Much of this advice applies to many other vehicles as well.👌
so we knew a Korean Conflict veteran, USMC artillery he got sick & was sent south to recover there the guys had a couple captured Russian field-cars to play with under the body-work, they recognized a knock-off Model A Ford
First what Can you do mechanically Or metal work have you got a god shop how much time have you got Have you got a very nice Wife All passed ok get with it
Spouse is the subscriber. Howdy, Paul and Tina! Thanks for sharing your great information in ALL your Model A videos. I look forward to watching each new one every Saturday. Please keep them coming. I recently purchased a 1929 Model A enclosed pickup, thru estate sale, and slowly getting it safely back on the road. Hope to see and meet you both in Kerrville, TX this June. Donnalee
Hola tengo ese mismo clasico quiero pintarlo pero no se como comprar la pintura exacta Quieren que llebe el carro pero no puedo que serie o numero es los tres colores que lleba Alguien me puede ayudar con esos colores ? Grasias
Duh. Of course they do. If you weren't such a baby, and watched a few of my other videos, you would see that my wife has her own- a 1929 roadster. But, NOOOooo...
interesting time to watch this video! I have 25 minutes to finish online bidding on a 29' model-a. Super cheap. However, after watching your video.... I'm not bidding. With my health, I'm searching for a more finished restoration. Thanks for the informative video. Saved me $ and headache.
Assuming that I bought a Model A that "runs,drives and stops"in what order would you get it "sorted"? Should I start with the engine or brakes or transmission? As always, thanks for putting your valuable into these videos
Gee Paul, after watching your videos I would just love to run out and buy a Model A. Unfortunately, I don't have anywhere to keep it, at least that wouldn't cost me an arm and a leg, and living in Canada., half the driving year is shot with crappy weather. I guess I have to live vicariously through you. Thanks for the great video. Hope you are feeling well.
Hi Paul, Hope you and your wife are doing well and just wanted to ask you which web site you recommended to start looking for a Model A . I truly appreciate any recommendation you have. Thank You. Chris.
I am told that early 1931 Model As came with a flat firewall, but later in the year they came with an indented firewall. I'm looking at a car with a "hybrid" indentation of sorts. It looks like a flat firewall that was re-stamped to make an indentation, but it's not teardrop shaped; it's more round-ish. Disaster or factory hack? I was told by someone that during the transition, Henry Ford stamped the regular ones. Any help would be appreciated.
Paul, you are looking very good in this video. Hopefully your health scare is fading into just a bad memory. Model T, you're lookin good also, but then you always do. Dick
Saw a model a at the dump was 10 yrs old guy a scrapper about 1952. He said 35$ would buy it dad looked at it said smoked not worth 35$ was a 32 V8 dual cowl roadster pickup they filled it with trash burned it up for scrap iron 🤔
Hello in Richie from northern California I bought an unrestored 30 deluxe roadster that usud to be restored and drivable but when the owner passed away it sat for yrs and someone stole the head so the engine needs rebuilt.ot has. Lots of rust in the rear fenders wells and may be 5 condition on a scale of 1-10.ots all together and I have a new convertible top ont for installed what do you think it's worth ?Im thinking about selling it and buying a restored drivable model a sport coupe thanks. Great video very good informative
I was listening and enjoying the content…that is until you drop the “D-bag”. Please, really? Must I be subjected to that language? You lost me on that…
Looking for a model A phaeton. I don't see to many for sale, why? Did they not make as many or were they claimed by rot. Any thoughts on what to look for there. I'm fairly new to the channel and thanks for the videos. Good stuff!!!
Genuine question, as someone who lives in an area full of hills that gives Model T's a lot of issue with their gravity fed fuel injection system, could a reasonably well maintained Model A with an overdrive gear for highway driving be a good daily driver?
For links to online classified ads of Model A's for sale, check the video description. Thank you, and good luck!
Are any of those cars that you would recommend? Ever thought of doing what a lot of muscle car experts do? They 'inspect" and "authenticate" them so buyers have more confidence and easier to justify a price.
@@leatherwoodjay In order to do that, I would have to make some sort of appraisal. It's impossible to do that without inspecting each car in person. I already have a full time job.
Will do.
Thank You.
Way to little explanation on 7 tooth steering box you act like we all knee about this already.
@@markduffala3724 I already did a video on steering boxes. In this video, I gave them way more screen time than the subject deserves. If you don't like how I make videos, I encourage you to make a Model A video, I'll watch it!
My uncle literally hauled home a bunch of parts and said he’d make a car out of it one day. The body looked like it was dug out of a graveyard somewhere. A few years later he wins trophies with it everywhere he goes 🤷♂️. Man I wish I had that kind of talent lol
Me too!!!
That's amazing
Lol dug out of a graveyard 🤣👍
I had an uncle that could do that, and did on several occasions... the last car he restored before he died was a 1931 Model A "Vicky"!
That's rare...usually the bunch of parts hauled home lay around and deteriorate further until the one who said he'd "make a car out of it one day" either is too old and not able to work on it, or passes away..."one day" never comes...
This is another fabulous video! You really know your stuff when it comes to purchasing these Model A cars. Everything you said made perfect sense to me and was easy to comprehend. Might I say, that Model A you used for your demonstration is beautiful!! Mercy, would I love to have one of those on my farm. Wow is the best word I could use for that car and your knowledge of these wonderful machines. I'm retired and of course, if I could ever afford one, I would really struggle with that decision, 2 door coupe, 4 door or truck. Great job Paul and thank you for sharing your time and knowledge with all of us, especially us want-to-Be's. Hope you and model T have a fantastic weekend! See you next time!
Thank you, Dan!
I started the install car. Club in Alberta 1958 I bough my 28 ctv in 1956 rom the original owner the local ford mechanicI bought my 1930 Fordor in 1960 I have never seen a number on the fame of a Canadian ford would it be possible the it was n American frame in a Canadian car ?
Hi Paul--thank you for another great video! Each week I look forward to watching your latest production. I purchased my first Model A in the mid 60's while in grade school (I still own it), but this "Buyer's Guide" video continues to provide valuable information even to those of us who already own them. I retired at the age of 70 earlier this year and it was your videos along with the VFF online forum that have helped me begin to get more active with my A's. Thanks again and I hope that you are feeling better and regaining your strength.--Matt
Thanks Matt! Yes, the VFF is a good resource.
How to buy a Fordor car. Find a nice little old lady that has a son that gets drunk and abuses her car George you come and get my car Gerald is just wrecking itNono l’ll give you $50 for it No you can have it for nothing Look take this $50 bill ok Deal I better put this car in my heated garage For about 78 years I cust that car but I won’t take it outside till I drive it out
Well I just drove it out $20000 later
Watching this again a year later, I had to stop and back up. Learning something new every time
This is fantastic Paul! Thank you for posting this video! I just started it but look forward to listening to the whole thing several times.
Thanks, QSG!
My grandma was only a little girl when this car was made. This Ford Model A is very cool and still alive.
Great video. I probably wouldn't feel comfortable buying one from anyone but you unless you were there to hold my hand looking one over. I drool all over my desk everytime I see one of yours on the screen.
If you're in my area looking for an A, I'd be glad to tag along and frown.
This car looks much like my '31 Model A 2 doors sedan. Mine has a Ford 351w HO crate engine, a C6 A/T with a Ford 9" rear differential and modern 16" wire wheels with fat radial tires.
I love the 30/31 hard top pickup
Me too!
holy shit this video is recently? omg I was legit just looking for a video out of curiousity
thanks, your content is pretty good as I have seen a few of your other videos
Thank you!!
I would love to have the car in this video. The Tudor is the body style I would want, and I love this color combo.
Had one like the above.1964 to 1965 our first Daughter came along ,had to buy baby things.
Another great video Paul. I wish the Model A was plentiful and (relatively) inexpensive here in Australia. They aren’t either. Home renovations are delaying my purchase of one. Anyway, I just live the Model A life vicariously through you and Adrian at Astra Werke. 😜
I couldn't stand to watch him struggle, so had to help.
Sir: An excellent review of the Model "A" ! Very good tips, & info regarding problems related to date of manufacture. I must , however, respectfully disagree with your statement that mechanical brakes work well.
My Grandfather ran a garage for decades, & I grew up in his garage ! (my age is 81). I have yet to find ANY vehicle with mechanical brakes where the brakes could be kept equalized. After a few stops, one wheel, or possibly two, (usually not on the same axle) would lock & the others contributed little or no braking action. In my experience, vehicles using rods to operate the brakes were easier to adjust than cable actuated brakes. Cable brakes rusted internally and seized up, or the cables "bird caged) etc. Equalizer bars were some help, but not great. Post WW2, no production vehicles of which I am aware used mechanical brakes. Many American vehicles were fitted with hydraulic brakes in the 30ies, & I believe that Ford held out until 1940, before adopting hydraulics. There is some dispute about 39 or 40. Canadian made Fords all had hydraulic brakes in 40, but American friends tell me that 39 was the first year for hydraulics on Fords. The exception may be the Lincoln. It may have been fitted with hydraulic brakes previous to the rest of the Ford vehicles. I don't know. I understand that honest men often disagree, & your experience with mechanical brakes may have been satisfactory, but mine were not. I owned 3 Model "A" cars, & used them as daily drivers. They were excellent cars, & ahead of their time in many ways. Generally reliable, & fun cars to drive. Thank you for your excellent video, & I have subscribed to your "channel".
Thank you Brian. The Model A uses brake rods, not cables. If everything in the brake system is kept in good condition, they do not experience the problems you mentioned. It doesn't matter how long someone was a mechanic, I have met life-long 80 year old mechanics who still don't know the proper way to adjust or maintain mechanical brakes. That doesn't mean mechanical brake systems are bad, it means the mechanics were bad for not learning and using the proper methods. The older they are, the worse it seems to be with "I've been doing this for 60 years!". They were doing it wrong for all 60 years then. You see how fast the Model A in the video went from 45 MPH to 0. Those brakes were last adjusted 4 years ago. Still working perfectly, with video to prove it.
Just found you via Vice Grip Garage , great information I kinda have the bug I believe.
Thanks for the sub Chuck!
Nice video, really have to look hard to find a great car like yours that has been well cared for they don't come for sale often. Really should take a club member with you when looking for a model a ford never hurts to have eyes looking
That's a fact
Who here was expecting him to talk about the "quirks and features" in a Doug Demuro-esque kind of way xD?
I don't have a juvenile lisp either.
Great buyers guide info for buying a Model A. Thanks!
Thank you Gerald
This is my dream car.
Really? Cool!
Excellent video!
I may have missed it, did you mention trying the horn? Ah-oooo-gah!!!!!
No. That's the least of my worries!
@@ModelA You are spot on regarding checking out those most important/high priority items when looking over a Model A Ford as described in your video. Don't get "hung up" on minor things that can be fixed/replaced later.
Hei Paul, good morning, at least here in Curacao is still morning😄.
Again a top notch video aaaaas always, thank you my friend, hmmmm your video is becoming part of our Saturday morning the hub start of the week end hahahaha.
Regards,
Myron
Thank you so much, Myron!
My first car was a '31 Std Coupe. It was purchased black with creme colored wheels. It had a trunk and the top had been replaced with sheet metal and screwed in with slotted screws. My uncle, who bought it in around '74, took it to a guy who couldn't do anything with out a beer in one hand and a cigarette in the other and plenty of excuses for procrastination in his pocket. The guy was to be paid $1000 to do a minor restoration (kept the body on) and paint it. It was supposed to have been painted original Model A colors but when we got it back, it was Chevy Blue (sky blue)......the entire car!! I was so embarrassed but you don't look a gift horse in the mouth. It was my 16th bday present. My uncle had the upholstery done in gray mohair. I am way into originality in my cars so this was hard to swallow. We also got a rumble seat kit and I spent alot of time back there during parades and car club tours in the Kern County 100+ degree heat, pouring rain, fog, and wind storms. My aunt and uncle sat up front where they should. I eventually sold it when times got tough in my 20''s. My dream car is a '31 Fordor sedan even though you warn about the dangers of that. I'm glad you gave me a heads up. What a great video. Thanks so much for the quality videos and info.
Neat story James. Don't be too worried about the fordor wood, just be aware of it. If you find a fordor with solid wood in it, go for it! If you find one with rotten wood in it, then either skip it or be prepared for the hardest job of your life. I have replaced or helped replace wood in 4 fordors now. I finally had to draw a line in the sand and say no more!
@@ModelA My uncle owned probably 20 or so antique vehicles over time. The only Model A he owned then was a '31 Deluxe Roadster for a few short years that was unbelievably gorgeous. It stole the show wherever it went. I never understood why he sold it. It was the most beautiful of his collection.
Fantastic video, and one beautiful Model A!
Many thanks!
My 1930 FOR DOF is a 10 year resto and is 99% correct I paid $50 for it 70 years ago
Try that today.
I put it in my heated shop and said that the only was the car will go out will be drive it out I spent $20000 and10 years on it I put all new wood in it which is a very difficult thing from North Carolina as you have no measurements to go buy but I got mine very good cost wood interior tires engine paint glass plus smooth parts did all the work my. Self so don’t pay much for basket case I was Le Baron Bonney last customer One thing most all the repo items were not accurate but I did okay by doing a lot of searching
Excellent video, excellent presentation.
Thank you kindly!
Model A, was simply better engineered, better built.
Yes!
Paul, Thanks for another great video. I always learn something Thanks to you. My coupe engine sounds like it is ?"lopeing". I think I might be running on 3 cylinders. Am I on the right track? Regards to Model T.
Maybe. It could also be different compression in cylinders, worn distributor cam, different plug gaps, valve adjustment, carb too rich, lots of things. Start with a tune-up and compression check, then go from there.
Excellent video, Paul!! Great information to help me as I look for the "RIGHT" model A for me! Nice job filming and editing also. If Model T did this give a pat on the head for me. Great job guys!
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Thank you for this video
You're welcome. Merry Christmas!
@@ModelA Merry Christmas!! ☺☺☺
Hi Paul, i have a question... I have the luck to be able to work on a model a Phaeton that belongs to mi great uncle... Its been untouched for the last 15 years, im not a mechanic buy i really love cars... What do you recommend for a newcomer to the model a... Im form chile so parts are not going to be easy to get... Love the videos keep the good work!
Hi Felipe! Normally, I would suggest getting hooked up with a club because you will get lots of help and parts availability. In your case, I just don't know. Please ask around and see if there is another Model A owner around who might help.
@@ModelA thanks! I just remembered that a friend of my father has a model a that he restored!
Paul, is it difficult to install a overdrive into a Model A that didn't come with one? I'm new to Model A's and am enjoying your channel. I'm playing catch up and watching some of your older videos. Thanks.
Here you go! ruclips.net/video/fKRHYlwR7eU/видео.html
@@ModelA Thanks Paul, I will take a look. I guess I didn't look hard enough through all of your video titles!
Paul, at 11:36 in the video there is something to the left of the body block that is clipped on (to a crossmember?). What is it?
It's the vent tube from the Mitchell overdrive.
Why would oil drip from the oil drain plug if it was sealed well with the drain plug? I had a 2007 Saturn Aura the never dripped any oil, are the washers not made to well now?
It's the lowest point of the motor. Any leak from the pan, front seal, etc. will end up there due to a force called "gravity".
Get THE judges Standard Manual
Do you mean The Restoration Guidelines and Judging Standards? Or do you mean something else? And, why would the Judging Standards be your choice? What parts do you believe are applicable to this video instruction? If someone is seeking to purchase a blue ribbon score 450+ Model A, then shouldn't they already know more than the presenter of this video?
I have the gedges standard bookWith th Canadian section .I have How to restore the model A Fod I got from Loyed clymer $. 3. 1961. I have. Ford model A service manual and owners hand book Floyd clymer $ 5 I have Ford price list and body parts I have Ford model t instruction book
I have a question. I have replaced the shut off on my 1931 model a three times but the sediment bowl still fills up with gas?! What do you think I could do to make it stop! Thank you
Does it leak immediately? Or after it's been i stalled for a while?
You know what Model A to buy?!
A Model A replica that is made a kitcar using modern everything, and most importantly with an electric motor drivetrain.
None of that 100 years old crap.
When it was new, a model A tudor sedan was like 500 usd (that would be roughly 1 full year of minimum wage at that time). So in today's money, brand new, it was like 15.000 usd.
If you find one in ok condition for 1.000 bucks, then you buy it, if not don't waste your money on some junk pile. If you're gonna spend at least be smart about it and enjoy the feeling but keep the modern comfort.
You just don't get it, maybe never will.
Which Model A would you recommend for a 6'2" tall man?
Probably a tudor sedan or a sport coupe
People are buying nice examples and hacking them up and calling them rat rods and then trying to sell the old frame and drive train for top dollar
What is a caught a pin for
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cotter_(pin)
Looking for suggestions how to rebuild my ignition switch is all-in-one. Put a different ignition switch in it
Check with the parts supplier’s (Snyders, CW Moss, Mike’s, to name a few) for available options for your ignition switch system. By all-in-one, I assume you are referring to a complete pop-out anti theft switch with the security primary lead cable. If changing the switch, you’re going to want to retain the pop-out appearance so don’t run to the auto parts store for a replacement switch . The armored primary can still be used if desired. Second suggestion would be to have an A wiring diagram, understand how the A primary was originally wired, and is yours stock or has it been modified . Failing this can result in crispy wires.
It is stock far as I know everything on it is original to the best of my knowledge.
What Myrl said.
Great video, Paul! When I bought my 29 Model A Roadster, I was sold on the rumble seat! Spent 11k, she leaks oil, she has rust on the body, paint on the engine is pealing, several replaced parts that aren't original, but damn it, I love her. My wife and boy ride in the rumble seat and we cruise down the back roads here in Lancaster County PA, waving at the Amish and English who look with big smiles on their faces!
This car is probable only worth 5k-10k to a avid Model A enthusiast, but I wouldn't sell it for 100k. It's my dream car, and you can put a price tag on the joy it's brought our little family for the last 3 years!
And the best part about Model A, (at least mine) is that I always have a project. Whether it'd cleaning out the carburetor, adjusting the distributor, changing the fluids, greasing, aligning the front end, adjusting the brakes, touching up paint, you name it! my roadster is always a work in progress and it brings me so much satisfaction tinkering with it, and making just how I like it!
Thanks for all the videos, Paul. Several of your tips and how-to videos have helped with some of my cars projects.
That's fantastic, HK!! Making some awesome new family memories. You are rocking it!!
Hey Paul, this is the fourth time I’ve watched this video. I love this two-door sedan. You sold me on it. I’ll take it!😉
One of the best ever made durable cars; simple beauty with a 4 cylinder engine!
Glad to see you're feeling better
A little better every day. Thank you !!
Hi Paul, great video! As a companion to the buyers guide could you do a video on the things every new Model A owner should have to keep their Model A sorted? Tools, fluids, books etc? Nice to haves versus need to have? Spare parts to keep on hand?
That's a pretty good idea! Going to schedule that. Thanks!
Excellent information here, and most of this applies to all old cars, not just the model a. Honestly, that Tudor is supremely nice- if you told me it was twenty years old instead of 90 I'd almost believe you! You and Tina have done an amazing job making that car look so good.
Thanks for the video and glad to see you're doing well, Paul!
Thank you! We like that car a lot.
this moving car kids jumping out seems like a tale of grievance
Maybe!
Well, this reminds me of a Mr. Universe demonstrating a push up! How about finding a garden variety Model A and demonstrating the watch outs?
Or.... It reminds you of what a Model A in good condition looks like and you can judge against?
Any older car body should be inspected with the aid of a magnet.
Your knuckle works just fine on thick metal like a Model A.
Thanks for another great video, good things for present Model A owners to be watchful for when they inspect their cars
Thanks for watching!
Thanks Paul, just the vid that I needed. Great tips and presentation as usual from you, much appreciated!!
Thank you Robert!
Thank you Sir!
So we watched your videos, and we thought... Why not, let's give it a try. So we got our 1929 Tudor. It had an older restoration, but it needed work especially in the carburation department, it ran so bad it once blowedup the muffler clear open. The fan was broken, the timing was horrible, it had no power. So we watched your videos, and re-watched them. We want to thank you for the immense service you do for the Model A community. Without you we would have never got into car collecting, and we would have no clue how to fix a Model A. Now we have several cars, a very eclectic collection the includes a 29 Model A, a Ferrari, a Suzuki Samurai, a Bell Air and more on the way.
After applying all your recommended fixes, we just took our model A for its first big trip. We drove it 84 miles, it ran on the highway at 60 MPH with no trouble at all, smooth, and boy was it fun. Thank you again.
We made a video of our adventure, if you are interested it is on our channel. As I say in the video if you were not so far away I would send you my car and ask you to send it back when you thought it was perfect, because I will never know ail, you do.
Cheers and thank you.
Paul, (yes my name is Paul also).
Wow! Thank you Paul! Please share the link to your video. Share it with everyone.
@@ModelA Thank you ruclips.net/video/kxBcLFHhL0k/видео.html
Hey Paul,
Love the video, very helpful! I see your Tudor has seat belts! Would it be possible to make a video on how you installed them? Also, turn signals?
Seat belt installation is on the to-do list for sure. Thanks Nathan.
I already bought mine, a monthly ago, video just a lil bit late 👀. Engine was bad inside, only noticed after a bit of driving. had to Buy another block to not spend loads of money on refurbishing. But worked out in the end
So sorry about that. Glad it worked out!
My dad was born in 1931 and loved the Model A. He drove one in high school in the late 40s. He instilled in me a love of classic cars. He's gone now but I am thankful for that.
I'm going to buy a 1930 Ford Model A pickup pretty soon. The Chassis has been refurbished and the engine has been rebuilt but never run. It's got most of its body parts aside from the back of the cab. It had a bed but the owner sold it. Otherwise, its all there. The cowl may be off of a 1926 Model T, based on appearance. The whole thing is $3500.
Next time someone asks me what's going on with my health, I'll just say my numbers don't match 😂 and let me tell you, I'm not in any place to add to this guide, but these yellow wheels (I forgot the proper name for it) are my favorite, perfect fall colors 😁 a must buy if you ask me!
The wheel color is Tacoma Cream. The pin stripe color often matches the wheel color.
@@nelsonchegezy3332 thank you! Now I get to say I enjoy Tacoma Cream Wheels 😊
If you want, I will send you a little bottle of Tacoma Cream paint so you can pinstripe your new shed. I hope your numbers match very soon!
@@ModelA I've actually bought a similar paint for the shed ☺️ It's going to be fall colored! And thank you, pretty sure I'll have my numbers matching sooner than later!
I have never thought "id like to buy that car just to have it, not even to drive it" until seeing a really nice A model like this one in person. They are really pretty buggies!
Great program! Thanks Paul! your knowledge, kindness and practicality cant be beat!
Very kind of you. Thanks Michael!
I usually over pay and under sell. It’s always the other guy that finds the Faberge egg in a barn and gets it for peanuts, or sells a pile of manure for a kings ransom.
I’ve stopped telling people what I pay for “my toys”. This makes my brother furious as he is “one of those guys “. Most of the time people throw out big numbers just to try to impress, and it’s anyone’s guess if those numbers are even real.
Great buying tips. Much of this advice applies to many other vehicles as well.👌
It doe, for sure. Thanks Cal!
As usual a good vid. $20, 000. Athena was a real bargain then.
Oh, yes. Athena was a real bargain! We weren't trying to make money on it, just break even.
so we knew a Korean Conflict veteran, USMC artillery
he got sick & was sent south to recover
there the guys had a couple captured Russian field-cars to play with
under the body-work, they recognized a knock-off Model A Ford
Really great video, with so much info ... Another home run, Paul !
Thank you Doc!
My 28 Tudor is great green with harley orange wheels.
Cool!
I think this is a gorgeous Model A. What are the color codes for the main body and body trim? Are there multiple black colors?
Paul , Quick question. Is the victoria a good A to buy?
If it is in good shape and you can afford it, sure!
I love the look of them and thinking about selling my Mustang and trying to get one. I have loved that body style since I was a kid.
Mike
First what Can you do mechanically Or metal work have you got a god shop how much time have you got Have you got a very nice Wife All passed ok get with it
Step 1... find one
step 2 buy it.
DONE
MY GRANPA HAD ONE HE USED IT AS A TAXI ' HE HAD LINDBERGH IN IT WHEN HE LANDED IN MY COUNTRY BELIZE IN 1927
Spouse is the subscriber.
Howdy, Paul and Tina! Thanks for sharing your great information in ALL your Model A videos. I look forward to watching each new one every Saturday. Please keep them coming.
I recently purchased a 1929 Model A enclosed pickup, thru estate sale, and slowly getting it safely back on the road. Hope to see and meet you both in Kerrville, TX this June. Donnalee
Congratulations!! See you in Kerrville
Most people don't know that the Ford Model A four door sedan bodies were not made by Ford.
Hola tengo ese mismo clasico quiero pintarlo pero no se como comprar la pintura exacta
Quieren que llebe el carro pero no puedo que serie o numero es los tres colores que lleba
Alguien me puede ayudar con esos colores ? Grasias
@Paul - Stop making AWESOME videos!
Well, some day, that will happen. Ha ha!
Once you mentioned "testosterone" I was out. That's a load of BS. Women love those cars too. BYE!
Duh. Of course they do. If you weren't such a baby, and watched a few of my other videos, you would see that my wife has her own- a 1929 roadster. But, NOOOooo...
interesting time to watch this video! I have 25 minutes to finish online bidding on a 29' model-a. Super cheap. However, after watching your video.... I'm not bidding. With my health, I'm searching for a more finished restoration. Thanks for the informative video. Saved me $ and headache.
Anything I can do to return the favors you have given me, I'm all in!
@@ModelAgood friends are much appreciated
I would love to find one of these and put the Mach e crate motor in this car one that is not running of course bad engine
Your videos have ignited my longing to own a drivable antique car. Thank you, good sir!
Great to hear!
Assuming that I bought a Model A that "runs,drives and stops"in what order would you get it "sorted"? Should I start with the engine or brakes or transmission? As always, thanks for putting your valuable into these videos
So, you are buying a hooptie? Chexk out "operation Hooptie" series for the long answer
Great video. Would like more info on the overdrive mechanism. Installation, where to purchase and possibly Installation. Thanks
I did a video on installation
The Ford Dealerships don't seem to carry them any more.
A twenty year Model A guy gives you a thumbs up. Also, I like how you routed the Mitchell vent tube.
Thank you!
Gee Paul, after watching your videos I would just love to run out and buy a Model A. Unfortunately, I don't have anywhere to keep it, at least that wouldn't cost me an arm and a leg, and living in Canada., half the driving year is shot with crappy weather. I guess I have to live vicariously through you. Thanks for the great video. Hope you are feeling well.
Thank you Mark!
Hi Paul, Hope you and your wife are doing well and just wanted to ask you which web site you recommended to start looking for a Model A .
I truly appreciate any recommendation you have.
Thank You.
Chris.
Hey Chris! I like the MAFCA.com classifieds and the Hemmings.com classifieds
I am told that early 1931 Model As came with a flat firewall, but later in the year they came with an indented firewall. I'm looking at a car with a "hybrid" indentation of sorts. It looks like a flat firewall that was re-stamped to make an indentation, but it's not teardrop shaped; it's more round-ish. Disaster or factory hack? I was told by someone that during the transition, Henry Ford stamped the regular ones. Any help would be appreciated.
That is true. Some firewalls were re-stamped to the indented type. You have a rare one!
One of these days ,,,, beautiful automobile good video very interesting very informative thanks
Glad you enjoyed it!
Paul, I really enjoyed your video, and your car is so beautiful, it is exactly the color and everything I would look for.
Glad you liked it! The car in the video lives in Kentucky now.
Having owned and worked on/maintained a working Ford 8N tractor, a lot of this stuff on the Model A looks pretty familiar...
Yep! There are a lot of similarities!
Their motto should of been you can afford a Ford. 😊
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Great information, wonderful video! 😊
Paul, you are looking very good in this video. Hopefully your health scare is fading into just a bad memory. Model T, you're lookin good also, but then you always do.
Dick
Thanks Dick! I'm not 100% yet, but definitely on the way.
Saw a model a at the dump was 10 yrs old guy a scrapper about 1952. He said 35$ would buy it dad looked at it said smoked not worth 35$ was a 32 V8 dual cowl roadster pickup they filled it with trash burned it up for scrap iron 🤔
Lots of stories like that.
Hello in Richie from northern California I bought an unrestored 30 deluxe roadster that usud to be restored and drivable but when the owner passed away it sat for yrs and someone stole the head so the engine needs rebuilt.ot has. Lots of rust in the rear fenders wells and may be 5 condition on a scale of 1-10.ots all together and I have a new convertible top ont for installed what do you think it's worth ?Im thinking about selling it and buying a restored drivable model a sport coupe thanks. Great video very good informative
I don't do valuations. Contact a local club and have someone look at it.
I bought my 1928 convertible from The first owner That was the Ford mechanic for $225 It has the original. spare tire
Wow! Nice.
Thanks Paul. Great to see you improving and sharing your wealth of knowledge. God bless you all. 🌞
Thank you Mick! God bless
I was listening and enjoying the content…that is until you drop the “D-bag”. Please, really? Must I be subjected to that language? You lost me on that…
Welcome to the internet, you must be new here...
Looking for a model A phaeton. I don't see to many for sale, why? Did they not make as many or were they claimed by rot. Any thoughts on what to look for there. I'm fairly new to the channel and thanks for the videos. Good stuff!!!
Thanks Chris! Phaetons are out there, not terribly rare. Just be patient.
Genuine question, as someone who lives in an area full of hills that gives Model T's a lot of issue with their gravity fed fuel injection system, could a reasonably well maintained Model A with an overdrive gear for highway driving be a good daily driver?
Yes. I did it