I'm not a millennial late Gen x. Inherited a 1930 model a coupe from my late grandfather. The car hasn't ran in +10 yrs and i have been working to get it running. I find your videos very informative and well edited. I enjoy watching them. I hope you continue to make more for a very long time. So from Attalla Alabama God Bless.
Thank you Doug! I love Alabama. Drove through there about 5 years ago and met some of the nicest people in the world. Also tried boiled peanuts for the first time.
Great news !! got the car running and took my grandmother who is 82 yrs young out for a drive. If memory serves the last time the car ran was 16 -17 yrs ago. My grandmother was very happy. My grandfather passed in November so it was an emotional moment for us remembering him and how much he loved this car. God bless you guys and I hope you keep those old cars running down the road.
Paul, if you run a 12 volt coil and points, you need that resistor to limit the current through the points. The only 12 volt systems that didn't use a resistor were the ones with an internal resistor in the coil.
@@64CadFltwd I'm not sure a Model A club would want me. My Model A has a Falcon 260, Ford 4-speed, and other minor changes. It looks and rides like a Model A though.
“It looks like this car could have been owned by Elvis” Perfect description Paul, Athena is begging to get rid of all the crap accessories and mods. I’m really looking forward to seeing you and your Dad perform your magic on this car.
Wow! I am sure I speak for all of your regular viewers, I am really grateful you are taking us on this project car journey. I too recently purchased a 31 coupe so it will be fun to follow along. Thanks for everything Paul.
This video started out funny, it went to serious, and ended up down right sad that someone would mistreat a beautiful car so haphazardly! You’ll get it in great shape in the end! I love this series!
Great video Paul! I’m still amazed how many “modifications” are on that car! I’m really excited to see how you work your magic on this one! Seems like a lot of work to get this one back to its original glory! I’m not a millennial, but being 45 years old and new to this world of Model A’s is so exciting! I really look forward to your Saturday morning videos and I can’t thank you enough for your informative videos!!
Hi there, I'm from Portugal. I was born in 1995, 26 years old this month. I can say for sure this is one of the best content I have been watching on TH-cam since a long time. Also, I always had a big interest in cars in general, but watching content about these really awesome classic cars, is for sure contributing to a growing interest in these cars. Wish someday, I get one model A too. Hope my English is good enough for this channel high standard :-) Best regards, from Portugal.
I am literally rolling on the floor laughing!!!! Three Goodyear and one Firestone. I absolutely love the sardine can oil collection device. You should collect and keep all the added accessories (crap) you find on Athena, and then show them all to us in one big pile. LOL! You have your work cut out for you, my friend. I will be watching intently as you work your way through this project. I am concerned about the screw holes in the fuel tank, and the condition of the engine also. I suspect there will be many laughs coming our way, but I know in the end Athena will be one more nice Model A; safely and reliably back on the road. Moreover, all of us out here in the heather will gain a great deal of knowledge. 73
I agree with the polls calling for OEM with period-correct aftermarket tweaks. Most of what she needs seems pretty straightforward, if labor intensive. The fender and gas tank, however, seem to be seriously sketch. I forsee welding and grinding in your future, not to mention an engine tear-down. I eagerly await the next grimy episode.
Hi Paul, I just found your videos a week ago and have watched them all while awaiting the arrival of a ‘29 Tudor sedan being trucked in from Tacoma.. It is my second attempt at Model A ownership in recent years. The last was a pickup that was far beyond my abilities and I turned it over to a cousin. This one is running and has a newly rebult engine, etc... It needs brake work and tires.. This is my last shot have having a driveable car.. I fell in love with A’s in my youth.. I am now 86! Wish me luck.. I have a lot of tools and books from th last try..
The best view from any hoist I have ever seen. If you get stuck on something you are fixing, you can just contemplate the horizon until a solution comes to mind, brilliant. I really hear you about the wiring and other things. My Austin was similar, some strange stuff going on. Hope you have had fun sorting it out. 👍😊
Hi Paul. Nice overview of Athena. I’m 59 years old now and I have always wanted a model a. Just never had the extra money to buy one. It looks like Athena was well used in all of its driving days. Good luck and I will keep watching you on it! Good videos also.
Robert, I was only married six months, broke, yet bought my first 1931 Model A coupe. I'm still broke but recently bought another 1931 Model A. I have kids older than you! I'm too old to be a Boomer.
@@lochnessfox3441 Thanks sir. About a year ago my wife and I started checking Facething Marketstuff for Model A's. I'm not even on it. There must be a zillion in decent shape at fair prices. Do like I did, make a circle of how far you'll drive and set a price. Of course we drove twice as far and payed twice as much.... but I had my circle!
Yes Paul; you’ve got your work cut out for you with this car. Many things look all hacked up, especially the wiring. Great that the body is good so this is a worthwhile project. Cool car.
Ok Boomer. Born in '84 and love the old mechanical cars. Excellent content and really looking forward to seeing how you address the problems. Keep up the great work.
Thank you. I had about decided that nobody wanted an original car anymore. The family of my best friend as I was growing up drove a 29 2 door as the family car.
Western Auto and Merrit's junk yard were my parts sources. Western Auto is long gone and the junk yard is now a fancy subdivision. No wonder they can't make rose bushes grow there.
Hi Paul, I love this idea of bringing this wonderful car back to original with some driving mods. Could you do a recap of the major problems showing a photo of one of your cars that has it done correctly? The compare/contrast with a Model A that's correct would really help. Not every problem but the main ones like the wiring and the major mechanical problems. Thanks and keep up the great work!
Well done Paul ,greetings from Australia, it’s my Victoria photograph in the calendar in your kitchen, !🇦🇺 🦘 First degrease then wiring harness. The Vicky wiring looked like that when I purchased it ! Love the mod at the rear spring . Regards Russell
I’d really like to see a engine rebuild and a walk though on that. My Model A engine is a nice runner but it came out of a field in the 1980s because it ran a saw so who knows what’s in it and when it’s going to give out. So seeing you rebuild an engine will be of a lot of value. Really excited for this series and would really like to hear your opinion on shocks as well! If you like the stock Ford shocks or the after market tube shocks.
Thanks Brandon. I really like the stock shock absorbers. But I know how to rebuild them. If you don't, then maybe other types of shocks might be an option.
“Ok boomer!” Millennial here, love the vids, tons of great content. 29 years old and just bought my first ‘29 Model A Tudor Sedan. Thanks for all the helpful info you put out, it’ll come in handy! Cheers.
I am doing a 31 coupe and am learning some valuable things from your videos. I plan to paint my car Ford maroon and black the same as your project. Keep up the good work.
I restored a 1933 Chevy 4-dr master. The engine parts were scattered on boards in a dirt floor garage. I discoverd that there are not many '33 Chevy parts companies. I got-er-done so can you.
It is still a great find! A lot of that could be addressed in an afternoon. Perhaps some old dude had more time than ability. It shows how sturdy the car is. It runs dispute its owner’s touches. It’s in good hands now!
Thanks Paul, another great video. I second the decision to return her to stock with a few modifications to improve drivability and reliability. You mentioned that you don't wash your A's with a hose. It would be interesting to see how you wash them in a future video.
Paul, great video. This car is disturbing and odd. Some of the work done on it smacks of a real old timer, while other work points toward a teenager. Someone had basic knowledge but wasn't able to exercise proper repairs. I'm hoping that's just Bondo used to hold the temp gauge, and not sealer because it's screwed into the fuel tank. The frame mods and adaptations are frightening. Smart towing it to Paul's place than driving it. Doesn't seem safe for the road. I'll enjoy the future videos correcting this mess.
Okay Boomer! Very much appreciate your show! Love the old cars, and anything mechanical!! Trying to be as patient as possible for the next show! Excellent content and quality! Thank you Sir!
I just stumbled into your channel, I watch a few videos and I like what you’re doing. I own several older Ford’s (all flathead era) but now thinking about purchasing my first Model A... (wife’s gonna love that!!!) I wanted to comment on the 12v coil with the resistor, a lot of 12v coils need the resistor to drop down the voltage, in fact I believe that coil says on the side “Requires resistor.”. I’ve converted all my flathead cars/truck to 12v and use a resistor/coil when i’m keeping a points and condenser ignition.
Ok Boomer! 1982 here. I was born in wrong Era. Always loved the vintage style. Like the styling and simplicity of the Model A and how it wasn't overly engineered, just enough to get you around and be pretty reliable.
Paul. Super work on these videos. Fantastic presentation and you have such in-depth knowledge about these vehicles. Treat to watch. I've been watching almost all of them for months. Model As are rare in our part of the world. Love from Bombay. Millennial out.
Thanks, Manish! Tell you what... I hereby bestow upon you, the rank of "Honorary Boomer", complete with all benefits and privileges herewith. So it shall be!
I believe the resistor before the coil is supposed to keep the coil from getting too hot and misfiring. Chrysler used them for years, it may be needed for that coil. Won't be needed if you go back to 6v.
Can you do a video on how to bring a fuel tank back from a rusty grave? The one in my ‘29 CC pickup has some rust in it so I just switched to a old stainless steel milk can (10 gal) in the bed of the truck
@@ModelA when i still had the 4cyl in there I had to pull over every 10 miles or so and back flush the fuel filter. I would love to be able to use it again.
Since I'm old, my son replaced the 1931 fuel sender. He had to pry the old one out. It was so rusty it showed 1/4th tank forever and inside he coud feel rust. So far, the solid filter is working. There is no glass bowl yet.
That resist your you were referring to is called a ballast resistor it reduces the voltage to the points all cars with the points tape Distributors had what they called the ballast resistor to reduce the voltage
@Gate Openers Direct I was wondering about the meaning also. Now the word's frequent use makes sense. In this or one of the previous videos you were wondering where to start with this car. Step one - desus the car. :-)
Perfect time to find this channel. I got my eye on an A Tudor but haven't had a chance to really look into it yet. So far, the only thing I know about it is that it has a super cheap vinyl interior and the most hideous paintjob I have ever seen. Both in quality and color. I like the headlight visors on Athena, I've always been partial to visors on vehicles. Though they certainly don't work on all of them. Other than that, heh, seeing all the "creative solutions" that people came up with over the years on that car reminded me of all the stupid I've had to deal with on my truck. No reply required, you got enough else to do and I'll be around enough.
I just got my first Model A 1930 coupe, I’m a new fan ! I have a lot to learn: I don’t yet know how to drive the car ! Thank you for your videos! What is a double clutch when gearing down?
Im 33. Bought my first Model A pickup a few years back. I ended up selling the pickup and really missing it. Purchased a 29 Tudor last year to fill the void. The boomer comments make me chuckle as my parents are boomers and act like they are too young to do the Model A thing (they are car people as well). I enjoy your videos, keep up the good work.
Okay, Boomer! My mom has one ('29 Tudor) of the three Model A Fords (1929 Tudor) my grandpa, who passed when I was 6 months old, owned. From time to time my mom would talk about selling it, but I have insisted that she keeps it until I at least graduated college and had time to get it running. This is the first year I have been back in town and not working long days and hope to get it running this summer!
Visually at first the A doesn’t look all that bad. Then it gets a bath and inspection. That’s when you truly see all the problems. That wiring is a nightmare!!!
Not many all steel original cars left like older Harley Davidsons. Somebody has did something other than stock to them. If they were hot rodded, most have been through the crusher years ago because of crashes. That's why there's a lot of fiberglass out there as hot rods.
Fellow Boomer here, I didn't think I could get this excited about someone else's project LOL! Last year I acquired a 30 Coupe I'll be following your restoration very closely. Thanks for the videos keep doing what you're doing!
Appears to be a 1930 radiator on this car. Maybe the former owner replaced the 1931 (black insert) radiator with this one. Looking forward to a full restoration of this cute little coupe.
Joe Grobleski I am hoping that this car was GIVEN to you hopefully with a generous amount of money! Will you be applying for a patent for the sardine can and rear main oil drip pans? Another great job doing the video showing all the important parts!
May have been mentioned? you being your "six volt" guy and rightly so for a Model A - the ballast resistor in a 12 volt set-up will "save the points" after the car is running, although it must be wired up correctly, looking forward to your next video
I am looking forward to your commentary on the Philosophies of restoration. The age old conflict between just making it go with what ever is at hand (a plea for attention for the "creative cleverness" born from Scarcity Mentality, and the harsh realities of not having the resources to do a proper repair) and the other end of the spectrum: "Blueprint" restoration where one places all items back to how the blueprints were drawn. This also can be a call for attention for the depth of research involved. But hey research is fun, and I argue one of the reasons the Model A Ford car is so popular today is the incredible wealth of research that has been accomplished, compiled, put online and is freely available, that other marques and models simply don't have. Remember the Restorer's Prime Directive (good for any restoration no matter the artifact): "Never Do what you cannot Undo." (which fall apart the first time you bore a block to .80 over) I look forward to your happy medium on this project. Good Luck-
Really, Paul Gonna take a while to get this one (sorted out) , But you are the man to do it ! Will be quite a pile of added on junk when you get it all cleaned off! Suspension modifications concern me the most. A solid car though. Looking forward to the repair video series!
@@ModelA guess I missed a few videos recently, will have to catch up! Did I miss a video about your radio collection, or is it still in the works, or wasn't anyone else interested ?
Ok boomer, I'm a "millennial" who's watched almost all of your videos now and have heard you mention a few times that the old 2 blade fans tend to come apart. So when I bought my first A a couple weeks ago and saw the 4 blade fan I thought I was good to go. I towed it home, and got it running. While on the first test drive It threw a fan blade though the radiator. What should I replace it with? Love your videos!
Great video After you said it 14 times, I had to look up what “SUS” meant .............. I am a total undeniable boomer Can’t wait to watch the progression on Athena. Would you put her back to 6 volt? Any possibility your dad guest host an Athena video ? Love to see his experience in action too! Thanks again for the great video
OK young fella. Well Paul, most things are obvious like "replacing the entire wire harness" but I do have maybe one suggestion upgrade.... Perhaps you could put a 'oil catch can' to take the blow by and connect it into the air intake manifold. Cheers mate 🍻
Hi Paul, I've been working on cars since the'60's and back before the internet and the advent of good repro parts, it was almost impossible to find parts for these cars. The only place to find anything halfway decent was J.C. Whitney's (shudder!). I would like to think all these "Mickey Mouse' parts were from there with the "Three Stooges" garage installing them! Thanks for the quality videos!
Jim, JC Whitney was 150 miles from my house. Well, it is again. I got a JC Whitney top for my 1926 T touring and it was a perfect fit and good quality. Most of their parts were decent and USA made back in the 60's-70's. They moved and I heard changed their name.
Learning something on every video. Sure appreciate your expertise. If it was converted to 12V, would/ or is it better to return it to the original 6V? Is original better or upgrade for functionality and safety? What's your opinion on Evans waterless coolant? Thanks for all the information.
Athena will definitely keep you out of trouble could provide you with enough videos for the next millennium. Paul got me curious about wiring and I see there are different wiring harness available, I would bet that you're going to converted her back to 6 V, are you a purist and want to stay with the generator or would you go with a 6v + ground alternator?
Hi Paul, new to channel as I’m new to my 1929 Model A. I’m doing some homework on giving it its first “wash”. Realized you didn’t really wash it with soap and water. Why is that and should I avoid that? Also, what was the giant duster you used to remove all the ash? Worried about ruining the paint on my car. So trying to be as cautious as possible. Lastly, know anywhere else to get the dri’ n wash guard? Your Amazon link shows unavailable. Appreciate all the great content you have out! Thank you!
The giant duster is called a "California Car Duster", see here- amzn.to/4bZwzq2 DriWash production came to a halt during covid and they are not sending any out at the moment. There are some people selling old bottles on ebay right now. The product doesn't go bad, so no harm in it, except they jacked the price way up so it will cost you. I have enough to get by for a while so I'm waiting til they produce it again.
Someone must have needed to get rid of a box of crimp butt connectors. I especially like to two that are about 3 inches apart on the passenger side fuse to nowhere.
I once bought a 1949 Ford Kustom that had seveal guages and colors of wire going to each thing. Some was small home extension cord wires and some was telephone wire. About 1/2 way home, at the 50 mile mark, smoke and smell came from the dash. The tail light wires were against a tail pipe. From there on it was all down hill with that wiring. That was one of the better wired cars I've bought.
Wow Paul...you got your work cut out for you with this little lady! Don't quite understand why they had to mickey mouse so much of it - I mean there's so many Model A parts readily available you can build a brand new one pretty much! Look forward to following you on this journey Also, unrelated question (at least to Athena), I notice you're a big fan of antique radios so this should be right up your ally: I know the Model A (and Fords in general for that matter) didn't come with radios until, I wanna say '32 - 34ish, definitely the V8 model. That being said: What kind of after market radio would have been installed on a Model A by a potential owner? Do you know if dealers offered any radios? Or did people not really bother installing radios in them until the hot rod era arose? Thanks, always love to see your content and your undying love for these automobiles!
Although a couple radios were available in 1931, there wasn't yet much available on the airwaves. If tou wanted a radio in your Model A in 1931, you would go somewhere that specialized i them and they would custom install one. It was very invasive surgery as the radio was made up of several components and a control head up front. I juat use a 50's vintage Zenith Transoceanic (tube type) radio and run it on its own batteries in the Model A if I want radio. But, the ignition noise is intolerable. Anyway, with such a sweet sounding motor, why would you want to listen to a radio?
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I'm not a millennial late Gen x. Inherited a 1930 model a coupe from my late grandfather. The car hasn't ran in +10 yrs and i have been working to get it running. I find your videos very informative and well edited. I enjoy watching them. I hope you continue to make more for a very long time. So from Attalla Alabama God Bless.
Thank you Doug! I love Alabama. Drove through there about 5 years ago and met some of the nicest people in the world. Also tried boiled peanuts for the first time.
@@ModelA Have lots of retired coworker friends in Alabama. They are nice. I also tried boiled peanuts......Once!
Best to you Mr. Jordan! Hope you get'er running and and strong, bless y'all down there!
Great news !! got the car running and took my grandmother who is 82 yrs young out for a drive. If memory serves the last time the car ran was 16 -17 yrs ago. My grandmother was very happy. My grandfather passed in November so it was an emotional moment for us remembering him and how much he loved this car. God bless you guys and I hope you keep those old cars running down the road.
32 year old here. Restoring a 1985 Land Rover 90 right now. A model A will be next if I can afford it. Great videos! You inspire me.
Right on!
Paul, if you run a 12 volt coil and points, you need that resistor to limit the current through the points. The only 12 volt systems that didn't use a resistor were the ones with an internal resistor in the coil.
Yes. Thanks Joe.
I think you need a grease resistor.
I know this is an old video but it’s great to see an old car saved. Great job Phil.
Thanks, Craig
Hey! I was born in 97 and really enjoy your videos!
Thanks Logan! I hereby grant you the rank of "Honorary Boomer"!
Excellent! I look forward to joining the Model A club someday! Just need to find a good one!
@@64CadFltwd I'm not sure a Model A club would want me. My Model A has a Falcon 260, Ford 4-speed, and other minor changes. It looks and rides like a Model A though.
“It looks like this car could have been owned by Elvis” Perfect description Paul, Athena is begging to get rid of all the crap accessories and mods. I’m really looking forward to seeing you and your Dad perform your magic on this car.
Ha ha! I didn't know how else to describe it. Thanks, Jay.
Wow! I am sure I speak for all of your regular viewers, I am really grateful you are taking us on this project car journey. I too recently purchased a 31 coupe so it will be fun to follow along. Thanks for everything Paul.
Thanks Steve! What kind of condition is yours in?
This video started out funny, it went to serious, and ended up down right sad that someone would mistreat a beautiful car so haphazardly! You’ll get it in great shape in the end! I love this series!
Great video Paul! I’m still amazed how many “modifications” are on that car! I’m really excited to see how you work your magic on this one! Seems like a lot of work to get this one back to its original glory!
I’m not a millennial, but being 45 years old and new to this world of Model A’s is so exciting! I really look forward to your Saturday morning videos and I can’t thank you enough for your informative videos!!
Thank you Ken! I hereby declare you an "Honorary Boomer"
@@ModelA I’ll take it and be proud of this honorable distinction!!
@@kenrhoda2573 Excellent. In that case, it is my honor to deliver your first .... OK BOOMER!!
I was born in 1980, and I can't get enough of your informative, positive content!
Thank you!! Positivity saved my life, so I like to spread it around.
Hi there, I'm from Portugal. I was born in 1995, 26 years old this month. I can say for sure this is one of the best content I have been watching on TH-cam since a long time. Also, I always had a big interest in cars in general, but watching content about these really awesome classic cars, is for sure contributing to a growing interest in these cars.
Wish someday, I get one model A too.
Hope my English is good enough for this channel high standard :-)
Best regards, from Portugal.
Thank you Artur! You are very welcome here and we appreciate having you with us!
Athena is a rough old girl, but I still love her. Glad she is in good hands now and will soon be restored to her decent shape!
Former glory would fit better than decent shape
I am 83. my next door neighbor had one like this, sat in the Rumble seat as a boy. Brings back memories
I am literally rolling on the floor laughing!!!!
Three Goodyear and one Firestone. I absolutely love the sardine can oil collection device. You should collect and keep all the added accessories (crap) you find on Athena, and then show them all to us in one big pile. LOL! You have your work cut out for you, my friend. I will be watching intently as you work your way through this project. I am concerned about the screw holes in the fuel tank, and the condition of the engine also. I suspect there will be many laughs coming our way, but I know in the end Athena will be one more nice Model A; safely and reliably back on the road. Moreover, all of us out here in the heather will gain a great deal of knowledge. 73
Yep! Already started that pile. 73, OM!
Paul, the good news is that you just did your “Buyers Guide” video!
Dang, Kamran... I think you're right!
Count me in for one if your buyer guides. Great work Paul.
Holy cow, though, is Hooptathena ever a mess!
Looking forward to the next instalment.
Paul, just remember the car needs you and there is good potential there.
Yep. Thanks Dennis!
I agree with the polls calling for OEM with period-correct aftermarket tweaks. Most of what she needs seems pretty straightforward, if labor intensive. The fender and gas tank, however, seem to be seriously sketch. I forsee welding and grinding in your future, not to mention an engine tear-down. I eagerly await the next grimy episode.
You're right, Bill.
Really looking forward to seeing all the future videos on cleaning her up and bringing her back to glory.
I wish I could just "fast forward" and it's done.
Just bought a 31 Tudor that I will pick up next weekend in San Jose. Will be watching your 31 work closely. 😊
Nice work, Shaun!! Hope we get to see your Tudor when you get it. A heartfelt "OK Boomer" to you!
My dad painted his Model A with a brush fire-engine red. Guess that was not unusual many years back!
Leftover paint from the “Mail Pouch” barn?
I've seen a lot of similar paint jobs over the years.
My dad, a house painter, painted my little brother's '49 Chevy red with a brush and cheap paint. Looked good going down the quarter mile.
Hi Paul, I just found your videos a week ago and have watched them all while awaiting the arrival of a ‘29 Tudor sedan being trucked in from Tacoma.. It is my second attempt at Model A ownership in recent years. The last was a pickup that was far beyond my abilities and I turned it over to a cousin.
This one is running and has a newly rebult engine, etc... It needs brake work and tires.. This is my last shot have having a driveable car.. I fell in love with A’s in my youth.. I am now 86! Wish me luck.. I have a lot of tools and books from th last try..
Excellent! Good luck, Frank! Let me know if I can help.
The best view from any hoist I have ever seen. If you get stuck on something you are fixing, you can just contemplate the horizon until a solution comes to mind, brilliant. I really hear you about the wiring and other things. My Austin was similar, some strange stuff going on. Hope you have had fun sorting it out. 👍😊
I am sure glad you are renovating this car back to OEM! It will be a great car when you are done. Lot's of videos please!
That's the plan!
Hi Paul. Nice overview of Athena. I’m 59 years old now and I have always wanted a model a. Just never had the extra money to buy one. It looks like Athena was well used in all of its driving days. Good luck and I will keep watching you on it! Good videos also.
Thanks, Robert! A heartfelt "OK Boomer" to you.
@@ModelA OK Boomer back!!!
Robert, I was only married six months, broke, yet bought my first 1931 Model A coupe. I'm still broke but recently bought another 1931 Model A. I have kids older than you!
I'm too old to be a Boomer.
@@modeladenny1218 thanks for the encouragement Denny
@@lochnessfox3441 Thanks sir. About a year ago my wife and I started checking Facething Marketstuff for Model A's. I'm not even on it.
There must be a zillion in decent shape at fair prices. Do like I did, make a circle of how far you'll drive and set a price.
Of course we drove twice as far and payed twice as much.... but I had my circle!
Yes Paul; you’ve got your work cut out for you with this car. Many things look all hacked up, especially the wiring. Great that the body is good so this is a worthwhile project. Cool car.
The modifications on the engine is so painful to look 😣, but I'm glad it's in good hands now to be cared by great people like yourself paul 😉
Nice overview video. I'm looking forward to this series
Ok Boomer. Born in '84 and love the old mechanical cars. Excellent content and really looking forward to seeing how you address the problems. Keep up the great work.
Thanks Brent. I think we'll start with a good cry.
Thank you. I had about decided that nobody wanted an original car anymore. The family of my best friend as I was growing up drove a 29 2 door as the family car.
I bet that was pretty cool. Thanks, John!
In many ways like the days before these were so collectible. Use what every ever you had or could get at NAPA to keep it running. Great show!
Western Auto and Merrit's junk yard were my parts sources. Western Auto is long gone and the junk yard is now a fancy subdivision. No wonder they can't make rose bushes grow there.
Hi Paul, I love this idea of bringing this wonderful car back to original with some driving mods. Could you do a recap of the major problems showing a photo of one of your cars that has it done correctly? The compare/contrast with a Model A that's correct would really help. Not every problem but the main ones like the wiring and the major mechanical problems. Thanks and keep up the great work!
That's a good idea! Hmmm... Coming soon.
Well done Paul ,greetings from Australia, it’s my Victoria photograph in the calendar in your kitchen, !🇦🇺 🦘
First degrease then wiring harness. The Vicky wiring looked like that when I purchased it ! Love the mod at the rear spring .
Regards Russell
Thank you Russell! Looking at your Victoria this morning as I make tea. Such a nice looking car.
Some of my cars have different brands of tires also. If one gets a hole punched in it too big to repair, you have to replace it what you can get.
Quite the project. Looking forward to your next video.
Thanks, Rick!
I’d really like to see a engine rebuild and a walk though on that. My Model A engine is a nice runner but it came out of a field in the 1980s because it ran a saw so who knows what’s in it and when it’s going to give out. So seeing you rebuild an engine will be of a lot of value. Really excited for this series and would really like to hear your opinion on shocks as well! If you like the stock Ford shocks or the after market tube shocks.
Thanks Brandon. I really like the stock shock absorbers. But I know how to rebuild them. If you don't, then maybe other types of shocks might be an option.
Yes you sure did have a lot to do to fix it. Good job on explaining everything you had to do. Thanks Paul, I'll be watching more later!
Better then watching TV and learned a lot , look forward to more 👍
Gen X here, recently discovered your channel. Can't wait to see the work on Athena.
Welcome aboard!
“Ok boomer!” Millennial here, love the vids, tons of great content. 29 years old and just bought my first ‘29 Model A Tudor Sedan. Thanks for all the helpful info you put out, it’ll come in handy! Cheers.
WHAT??!!! Marshall!! You're a rock star, man!! Good job on the 29 my man.
I am doing a 31 coupe and am learning some valuable things from your videos. I plan to paint my car Ford maroon and black the same as your project. Keep up the good work.
Nice!
I just purchased a 1927 Chevy coupe and I am going through the same problems you are
I'm sorry Dave. I feel your pain!
I restored a 1933 Chevy 4-dr master. The engine parts were scattered on boards in a dirt floor garage. I discoverd that there are not many '33 Chevy parts companies.
I got-er-done so can you.
I’m a boomer, that had a coupe in 69 and thinking about maybe getting another A in my life. Keep up the video’s
Do it! I triple dog dare you.
It is still a great find! A lot of that could be addressed in an afternoon. Perhaps some old dude had more time than ability. It shows how sturdy the car is. It runs dispute its owner’s touches. It’s in good hands now!
i guess I'm kind of off topic but does anyone know a good site to stream new tv shows online?
Thanks Paul, another great video. I second the decision to return her to stock with a few modifications to improve drivability and reliability. You mentioned that you don't wash your A's with a hose. It would be interesting to see how you wash them in a future video.
Thanks Brian. I have mentioned and showed what I use in some other videos.
Paul, great video. This car is disturbing and odd. Some of the work done on it smacks of a real old timer, while other work points toward a teenager. Someone had basic knowledge but wasn't able to exercise proper repairs. I'm hoping that's just Bondo used to hold the temp gauge, and not sealer because it's screwed into the fuel tank. The frame mods and adaptations are frightening.
Smart towing it to Paul's place than driving it. Doesn't seem safe for the road. I'll enjoy the future videos correcting this mess.
Thanks, DM. Here's A heartfelt "OK Boomer" just for you! See you soon.
@@ModelA Hahaha!!!
OK back to you Boomer.
Okay Boomer! Very much appreciate your show! Love the old cars, and anything mechanical!! Trying to be as patient as possible for the next show! Excellent content and quality! Thank you Sir!
Thanks, Jacob! A heartfelt "OK Boomer" back at ya!
I just stumbled into your channel, I watch a few videos and I like what you’re doing. I own several older Ford’s (all flathead era) but now thinking about purchasing my first Model A... (wife’s gonna love that!!!) I wanted to comment on the 12v coil with the resistor, a lot of 12v coils need the resistor to drop down the voltage, in fact I believe that coil says on the side “Requires resistor.”. I’ve converted all my flathead cars/truck to 12v and use a resistor/coil when i’m keeping a points and condenser ignition.
Good to know, Thanks!! And, welcome! All old Fords are considered brethren here.
I’m 27 and last year I bought a stock ‘33 Chevrolet Roadster, people my age that are into this era of car are rare but there are some of us
Excellent!!
This car is super clean to the ones around here. Rust is what you get here for high dollar, all rust.
Ok Boomer! 1982 here. I was born in wrong Era. Always loved the vintage style. Like the styling and simplicity of the Model A and how it wasn't overly engineered, just enough to get you around and be pretty reliable.
Thanks! You're right.
Paul. Super work on these videos. Fantastic presentation and you have such in-depth knowledge about these vehicles. Treat to watch. I've been watching almost all of them for months. Model As are rare in our part of the world. Love from Bombay. Millennial out.
Thanks, Manish! Tell you what... I hereby bestow upon you, the rank of "Honorary Boomer", complete with all benefits and privileges herewith. So it shall be!
I believe the resistor before the coil is supposed to keep the coil from getting too hot and misfiring. Chrysler used them for years, it may be needed for that coil. Won't be needed if you go back to 6v.
I do plan to go back to 6v
Can you do a video on how to bring a fuel tank back from a rusty grave? The one in my ‘29 CC pickup has some rust in it so I just switched to a old stainless steel milk can (10 gal) in the bed of the truck
Yep. Coming soon.
@@ModelA when i still had the 4cyl in there I had to pull over every 10 miles or so and back flush the fuel filter. I would love to be able to use it again.
Since I'm old, my son replaced the 1931 fuel sender. He had to pry the old one out. It was so rusty it showed 1/4th tank forever and inside he coud feel rust. So far, the solid filter is working. There is no glass bowl yet.
The aging wheels touch is nice. I am shure it takes a lot of editing to do stuff like that.
If I knew what I was doing, probably not. I'm just a hack, so it takes me forever.
That resist your you were referring to is called a ballast resistor it reduces the voltage to the points all cars with the points tape Distributors had what they called the ballast resistor to reduce the voltage
New drinking game: take a drink every time Paul says "sus." You're about to get blitzed. 😂
I advise against it! Ha ha! Even that comment is pretty sus.
@Gate Openers Direct I was wondering about the meaning also. Now the word's frequent use makes sense. In this or one of the previous videos you were wondering where to start with this car. Step one - desus the car. :-)
I busted out a huge guffaw when you showed the die as a lug nut! LOL
That has to be a first!
You gotta do what cha gots to do I guess!
Perfect time to find this channel. I got my eye on an A Tudor but haven't had a chance to really look into it yet. So far, the only thing I know about it is that it has a super cheap vinyl interior and the most hideous paintjob I have ever seen. Both in quality and color.
I like the headlight visors on Athena, I've always been partial to visors on vehicles. Though they certainly don't work on all of them. Other than that, heh, seeing all the "creative solutions" that people came up with over the years on that car reminded me of all the stupid I've had to deal with on my truck.
No reply required, you got enough else to do and I'll be around enough.
But, a reply is the least I can do to show my appreciation. Thanks Daniel!
I just got my first Model A 1930 coupe, I’m a new fan ! I have a lot to learn: I don’t yet know how to drive the car ! Thank you for your videos!
What is a double clutch when gearing down?
Watch my video- th-cam.com/video/oDCJ2ARHQwI/w-d-xo.html
Hi Paul, Thanks for yet another great video. After watching this one, I went out to the shop and apologized to my ‘30 coupe (AKA “Betty”).
Ha ha!
Im 33. Bought my first Model A pickup a few years back. I ended up selling the pickup and really missing it. Purchased a 29 Tudor last year to fill the void. The boomer comments make me chuckle as my parents are boomers and act like they are too young to do the Model A thing (they are car people as well). I enjoy your videos, keep up the good work.
Thanks Nicholas! Tell you what... I hereby bestow upon you the rank of "Honorary Boomer" and with it, all the privileges therewith.
@@ModelA haha Thank you
Okay, Boomer! My mom has one ('29 Tudor) of the three Model A Fords (1929 Tudor) my grandpa, who passed when I was 6 months old, owned. From time to time my mom would talk about selling it, but I have insisted that she keeps it until I at least graduated college and had time to get it running. This is the first year I have been back in town and not working long days and hope to get it running this summer!
Excellent! Good luck, Pete!
she rough and cobbled but still great bones,glad she's in your capable hands to get straightened up
When I saw the die in place of a lug nut i also died! Haha but really that car cannot be trusted! Hope you got a good deal on it😲
It will be trustworthy when I'm done with it. But definitely not right now.
@@ModelA it will be great to see the things you find and repair!
Or depressing. we will see.
Puts me in mind of a 1952 Pontiac American model flat 6 car I bought in 1968 that sported valve springs on the engine mounts.
Nice!!!
Visually at first the A doesn’t look all that bad. Then it gets a bath and inspection. That’s when you truly see all the problems. That wiring is a nightmare!!!
Yep.
Hack work at it’s finest. Glad it’s being put back right.
That sardine can! Unbelievable.
A wiring kit - the sooner the better.
Agreed
Not many all steel original cars left like older Harley Davidsons. Somebody has did something other than stock to them. If they were hot rodded, most have been through the crusher years ago because of crashes. That's why there's a lot of fiberglass out there as hot rods.
Fellow Boomer here, I didn't think I could get this excited about someone else's project LOL! Last year I acquired a 30 Coupe I'll be following your restoration very closely. Thanks for the videos keep doing what you're doing!
Thanks Bradley! Sending a heartfelt "OK Boomer" your way!
@@ModelA ( I'd be interested in the moto-meter if you're going to replace it with a stock cap)
It's broken. Still want it?
@@ModelA yes sir! I would proudly display it in my cabinet in the shop, how much do you want for it and I'll pay the freight
@@bradleyhood5611 OK, if you really want it... Email your mailing address to me and I'll send it. My email is on the "about" tab from the main page.
Appears to be a 1930 radiator on this car. Maybe the former owner replaced the 1931 (black insert) radiator with this one. Looking forward to a full restoration of this cute little coupe.
Yep. Good eye!
Joe Grobleski
I am hoping that this car was GIVEN to you hopefully with a generous amount of money! Will you be applying for a patent for the sardine can and rear main oil drip pans? Another great job doing the video showing all the important parts!
I am a millenial and I have 5 AAs 3 1930s and 2 1931s. 2 flatbeds a dump truck a school bus and a panel
You, sir, are an inspiration!!
Russel, you have a problem. I'd love to have the school bus.
@@modeladenny1218 I don't have much of the body though. I would like to some day restore it
@@russellnussbaumsgarage9124 Hopefully you can slowly get the bus back on the road. Even if it's not 100% original.
She's Athena when she runs well, Minerva when she breaks down
And "Smokey" when she burns to the ground
Ok Boomer, born in 97 and own a 1954 chevrolet myself, love seeing these old mechanical cars 👍
Thank you! Any video of your 54 aroud?
@@ModelA unfortunately not, I’m considering trading it for something from the 30s. Love the videos, been binging them the last days. Keep it up 😁
All I love all your shows I just wish I could afford to get a Model A
May have been mentioned? you being your "six volt" guy and rightly so for a Model A - the ballast resistor in a 12 volt set-up will "save the points" after the car is running, although it must be wired up correctly, looking forward to your next video
Thanks Dave
I'm 38 love you videos got me a 29 pick-up
NICE!!! OK Ken, in that case I hereby bestow upon you the rank of "Honorary Boomer".
Paul talking about Millenials watching his videos, I'm 16 and trying to get into a Vintage Ford Scene. Hopefully a Model A pick up I have my eyes on
I hope you get it, Colin!
@@ModelA I'll let you know, we're going to have some questions, need some help restoring it.
Nice sharing👍
I am looking forward to your commentary on the Philosophies of restoration. The age old conflict between just making it go with what ever is at hand (a plea for attention for the "creative cleverness" born from Scarcity Mentality, and the harsh realities of not having the resources to do a proper repair) and the other end of the spectrum: "Blueprint" restoration where one places all items back to how the blueprints were drawn. This also can be a call for attention for the depth of research involved. But hey research is fun, and I argue one of the reasons the Model A Ford car is so popular today is the incredible wealth of research that has been accomplished, compiled, put online and is freely available, that other marques and models simply don't have.
Remember the Restorer's Prime Directive (good for any restoration no matter the artifact): "Never Do what you cannot Undo."
(which fall apart the first time you bore a block to .80 over) I look forward to your happy medium on this project. Good Luck-
Thanks Lexie! This is definitely not going to be a "blueprint" restoration. In fact, no restoration at all. Just fix everything and drive it.
The thread dye as a lug nut scares the hell out of me.
Kinda like those mud flaps though
Yep
Just started watching your channel. And I am 30.
Welcome aboard!
Yes good choice.I would hate to see a work of art like this Hot-Rodded.
This video made me laugh as you explained the finer points. 😂😂
Good!
Psul, look at all of the oil leaks as rust prevention. Those brackets that don't seem to have any purpose are for drop light hangers. haha
We laugh, but you may be right about those brackets!
Really, Paul
Gonna take a while to get this one (sorted out) , But you are the man to do it ! Will be quite a pile of added on junk when you get it all cleaned off! Suspension modifications concern me the most. A solid car though. Looking forward to the repair video series!
Thanks, DD!
@@ModelA guess I missed a few videos recently, will have to catch up! Did I miss a video about your radio collection, or is it still in the works, or wasn't anyone else interested ?
@@dejaydavisson9938 I talked about the radio collection in the FAQ video and one other.
@@ModelA Thanks, I'll check it out!
Ok boomer, I'm a "millennial" who's watched almost all of your videos now and have heard you mention a few times that the old 2 blade fans tend to come apart. So when I bought my first A a couple weeks ago and saw the 4 blade fan I thought I was good to go. I towed it home, and got it running. While on the first test drive It threw a fan blade though the radiator. What should I replace it with? Love your videos!
Ouch! Sorry to hear that Cody. The new repro 2-blade fans seem good. The 6 blade plastic ones are very popular.
Great video
After you said it 14 times,
I had to look up what “SUS” meant ..............
I am a total undeniable boomer
Can’t wait to watch the progression on Athena.
Would you put her back to 6 volt?
Any possibility your dad guest host an Athena video ? Love to see his experience in action too!
Thanks again for the great video
Yep, going back to 6 volts. Thanks, Eugene!! Here's a heartfelt "OK Boomer" for you, and for being a friend of this channel.
@@ModelA how do I donate to your channel again?
Don’t see it in description
@@eugenelevin8314 You are very kind. Thank you! www.paypal.com/donate/?cmd=_donations&business=DNEA3GWXRXSAC¤cy_code=USD&source=url
A 2-tone Model A Coupe is one handsome car.
You're right Sam!
OK young fella. Well Paul, most things are obvious like "replacing the entire wire harness" but I do have maybe one suggestion upgrade.... Perhaps you could put a 'oil catch can' to take the blow by and connect it into the air intake manifold. Cheers mate 🍻
I think that fixing the blow by is on the list
Hi Paul, I've been working on cars since the'60's and back before the internet and the advent of good repro parts, it was almost impossible to find parts for these cars. The only place to find anything halfway decent was J.C. Whitney's (shudder!). I would like to think all these "Mickey Mouse' parts were from there with the "Three Stooges" garage installing them! Thanks for the quality videos!
Hahaa! Thanks Jim! Really appreciate your input.
Jim, JC Whitney was 150 miles from my house. Well, it is again. I got a JC Whitney top for my 1926 T touring and it was a perfect fit and good quality. Most of their parts were decent and USA made back in the 60's-70's. They moved and I heard changed their name.
Do u think a model a will run on ethanol for a long time with out negative effects
Yes.
Who could ever thumbs down this video...? Probably a Chevy owner.
Yep!
Learning something on every video. Sure appreciate your expertise. If it was converted to 12V, would/ or is it better to return it to the original 6V? Is original better or upgrade for functionality and safety? What's your opinion on Evans waterless coolant? Thanks for all the information.
Thanks! I am going to put this one back on 6 volts. Soon! Never used evans coolant, no experience with it.
Athena will definitely keep you out of trouble could provide you with enough videos for the next millennium. Paul got me curious about wiring and I see there are different wiring harness available, I would bet that you're going to converted her back to 6 V, are you a purist and want to stay with the generator or would you go with a 6v + ground alternator?
I am a purist, in some ways. A 6V positive ground alternator is almost certainly the way we will go on this one. Thanks!
Hi Paul, new to channel as I’m new to my 1929 Model A. I’m doing some homework on giving it its first “wash”. Realized you didn’t really wash it with soap and water. Why is that and should I avoid that? Also, what was the giant duster you used to remove all the ash? Worried about ruining the paint on my car. So trying to be as cautious as possible. Lastly, know anywhere else to get the dri’ n wash guard? Your Amazon link shows unavailable.
Appreciate all the great content you have out! Thank you!
The giant duster is called a "California Car Duster", see here- amzn.to/4bZwzq2
DriWash production came to a halt during covid and they are not sending any out at the moment. There are some people selling old bottles on ebay right now. The product doesn't go bad, so no harm in it, except they jacked the price way up so it will cost you. I have enough to get by for a while so I'm waiting til they produce it again.
Someone must have needed to get rid of a box of crimp butt connectors. I especially like to two that are about 3 inches apart on the passenger side fuse to nowhere.
That's MINT! Hahaa!!
I once bought a 1949 Ford Kustom that had seveal guages and colors of wire going to each thing. Some was small home extension cord wires and some was telephone wire.
About 1/2 way home, at the 50 mile mark, smoke and smell came from the dash. The tail light wires were against a tail pipe. From there on it was all down hill with that wiring. That was one of the better wired cars I've bought.
Wow Paul...you got your work cut out for you with this little lady! Don't quite understand why they had to mickey mouse so much of it - I mean there's so many Model A parts readily available you can build a brand new one pretty much! Look forward to following you on this journey
Also, unrelated question (at least to Athena), I notice you're a big fan of antique radios so this should be right up your ally: I know the Model A (and Fords in general for that matter) didn't come with radios until, I wanna say '32 - 34ish, definitely the V8 model. That being said: What kind of after market radio would have been installed on a Model A by a potential owner? Do you know if dealers offered any radios? Or did people not really bother installing radios in them until the hot rod era arose? Thanks, always love to see your content and your undying love for these automobiles!
Although a couple radios were available in 1931, there wasn't yet much available on the airwaves. If tou wanted a radio in your Model A in 1931, you would go somewhere that specialized i them and they would custom install one. It was very invasive surgery as the radio was made up of several components and a control head up front. I juat use a 50's vintage Zenith Transoceanic (tube type) radio and run it on its own batteries in the Model A if I want radio. But, the ignition noise is intolerable. Anyway, with such a sweet sounding motor, why would you want to listen to a radio?
@@ModelA Fair point! Appreciate the information as always, Mr. Shinn!
Regarding washing and water, how do I take care of the roof on a Sedan? Does it need to be impregnated in any way?
I use 303 protectant on the tops.