0:00 Idea came to Tina 1:34 1929-31 differences 2:40 fuel problems? 3:36 available colors 4:30 reliability 5:33 model A parts 5:48 double clutching 6:24 gasoline 7:26 cruising speed 8:45 top speed 9:15 changing oil 9:53 no restoration 10:03 buyers guide 10:37 using the crank 11:09 timing the car 12:00 ride 13:05 reliability 14:00 Drive and brakes 14:29 rumble seat 15:44 parts suppliers 16:25 is it safe? 17:21 death trap? 17:36 regular ride? 18:31 another opinion 19:09 fluids 20:05 greasing the chassis 20:29 focusing headlights 21:26 playing around 22:24 pager and flip phone 23:58 spark advance 25:32 antique radios 26:52 ‘31 sport coupe 28:23 oils 10W-30, 10W-40 29:36 fuel economy 30:45 Doug DeMuro impression
After watching this video, I have to question why half the people are watching. If they are trying to convince you modern cars are better and safer, they obviously don’t get why we love driving the simple and beautiful Model A.
It scares people to know that a car so simple as a Model A which is so easy to work on, they can't use the excuse of "it's too complicated to work on". Since they don't even know what a 10mm socket is, they are worried that they will have no choice but to work on the car themselves 😂😂
@@rev9fan1 10mm? Bro, that’s the one that always seems to run away from everyone’s tool kits! They definitely know what it is. They’re just scared of fixing anything that requires use of said 10mm. But… that’s what Lowe’s/Home Depot/O’Reilly/Menards/AutoZone/Harbor Freight are for! Maybe if they just replaced the missing one, they’d be less scared? 🤔
What about a video on what todo if you see a Model A out in the wild. When driving my 29 Tudor or Dad’s 32 V8 duluxe people follow to close, get distracted trying to take pictures, don’t leave room on hill stops to roll back, etc.
Another great video Paul! keep 'em coming! Hopefully the weather in NW Illinois will 'improve' soon too; 14 below, salted roads, ice, and snow piled everywhere. We envy you in a short sleeved shirt. It is Siberian winter around here very brutal!!
We love your videos Paul. Dad and I bought the 1930 coup in 1963 and had a ground up restoration completed about 20 years ago. Dad passed away 10 years ago and Mom a little over a year ago. As a result I brought it to our home now. It is such a joy and calming to be around. I have learned many things from you in your videos. Thank you so much.
Sorry to hear about your Father's passing. It is really good to hear that you have the car and are enjoying it and keeping the memories of your father alive. The joy and calm you feel is no doubt the connection and memories of your Father and all the time you both spent with the car and with each other.
Pistolpeds is absolutely right but not for the reason he chose, the brakes. The Freeway doesn't cater for a car that sits on 60 kph (35mph) safely. Here in Australia, Freeway speeds are up to 110kph & although you can drive a lot slower, apart from the rubber neckers waving to you in your Model A & taking pics, even the the slow lane still runs at 70-80 kph. Just not safe!
Thanks, Rick! I didn't know until I looked him up after seeing hundreds of comments about me supposedly trying to be him. Difficult to want to be someone you never heard of before.
What a great video Paul ! Filled with great info as all your videos are but its awesome to get so many answers at one time. Questions answered and video filled with such great humor , lol I love the model A flame being a dangerous car and you said how manly are you, lol I couldn't agree with you more. I built a 79 street /strip malibu with roll cage etc with manual steering and people act like I'm crazy to drive a outdated car but like you said its the fun of driving not a utility vehicle but I'm such a fan of yours I want to sell it and get a model A pickup. I guess there aren't enough car guys that appreciate you and your cars, I love the wheel color . Love your radios ! I wish you were my neighbor ,I don't have a model A yet so I would have to settle on just helping you work on yours if you were my neighbor, lol Keep up the great videos and I'm really looking forward to future videos.
I have another question. After a person buys a model A and has it road ready and everything adjusted good ,is there much expense in the upkeep , parts costs etc. Compared to say a 70s muscle car parts ?
@@wadedog4280 I had to give up on a 1969 Dodge Charger "General Lee" (life-long dream car) project because I simply couldn't afford it at the time. I built my tudor sedan instead. WAY cheaper!
@@wadedog4280 Hi Wade. I've owned my 1931 Model A for over 50 years. Once you have everything sorted out (in my case, 30 years ago), the only things I've had to do was normal maintenance, new tires twice, and tune-ups. FAR less than maintaining a modern car where you can hardly identify what's under the hood and have to take it to a mechanic. Simply fun.
Paul, Ive always wanted a Model A. Now after watching your videos, I have never wanted a Model A more than I do now. Love your videos, full of great information. Currently own a 42 & 48 Dodge trucks. Drive and enjoy as much as possible.
Dear Mr. Shinn, My father was an auto mechanic for over fifty years. I will always remember him telling me that things run best the way they were designed to run. I think the Ford Model A does indeed excel when driven as designed. An older man in our church drove his Tudor sedan from Chicago to L.A. down Rt 66 then back on the Lincoln Highway with no (known) problems. Thank you and your wife for such a good channel
Thank you so much Paul! Love all of your videos and your positive attitude. I now see why I can relate to your videos so much. Not only do I own and love Model A's, I also collect and restore tube type radios! Don't let anyone bring you down. You're doing a fantastic job of sharing information and entertaining as well as teaching and preserving history. Some can't relate, but that is why there are other hobbies and interests. You're appreciated!
When growing up back in the late '60's and '70's, my uncle built/restored his own Model A's. He had a '30 coupe, '31 truck (think that was the correct year) and his prize was a '28 Phaeton (a real beauty). He drove the coupe and pickup daily everywhere, had no other cars and did all his maintenance. I loved going for rides with him which fortunately was a couple of times a week back during those days. He passed away recently (96 yrs old) and the vehicles are still owned and driven by my cousins. What a wonderful legacy. Wish I lived closer to see these today. Watching your videos brings back so many memories and are inspirational. Thank you and here's to hoping I'll get my own "A" in the future.
Keep doing what you're doing. I am amazed at the interest in old cars among the millennials and even younger people. I've also experienced much annoyance from the same age group when I drive my old cars. Nonetheless I'm happy there is interest and happy you're promoting the hobby. Don't change anything!
I'm a fellow boomer who loves your positive attitude and happy demeanor. With a lovely and fun wife plus a beautiful collection of classic cars, I can see why you're enjoying life. Congratulations! Keep up the videos and ignore the haters. It is so sad they can't enjoy what really matters.
You and your wife seem to have a really fun, cute relationship. I love to see that :) I love your videos because they’re low-key. Very informational, but mostly just fun to hear somebody talking about a hobby/passion.
Hey like your videos. I just restored my 1930 Fordor . I am the 3rd owner my grandfather bought it brand new. Did you goto the MAFCA rally in Kanab Utah? I drive my car all winter and summer . Its great fun 😀!!
I keep getting people at the gas station and stop lights asking "what year is your Model T. Why isn't it black?" I should make a flyer I can hand out with a list of all the common FAQs.
After several months I finally got my 1930 Model A Coupe back from the Model A Garage in Luray, VA. It is pretty close to yours except mine has a red pin strip and black wheels to match the finders. I had the Model A Garage go completely through my Model A and they replaced the drums and brakes. If anyone has never driven a vehicle with mechanical brakes the brakes will take some "getting use to". You can't compare them to power brakes but the brakes will lock up if you can put about 40 pounds of pressure on the brake pedal; definitely not a brake for weak legs. I changed my ignition to electronic to avoid the "weeping" head gasket and also just to make driving it easier. I don't regret that one bit! It is rough riding and definitely made for a generation with a smaller girth (try fitting two people in that jump seat today). I drive mine because it is a "time capsule"; I love history and .... because the Model A is a work of art! Thanks for keeping us educated on this living piece of American history.
Thank you for the video and answering questions. Unlike, Doug, you seem to care more about your followers than publicity. Alot of insightful info there. I just purchased my very first classic vehicle in Oct. of 2020. Its a 1929 Tudor that was sitting on the side of a country Highway with a Wal-Mart "For Sale" sign in the window. My son and I both enjoy it very much and I love working on it. Im a disabled firefighter with PTSD and I have to say this 29 has been an absolute blessing. Helps me keep my mind focused on the present and positive. Thank you again for your videos. Keep em comin!!
Hi there. I love your videos and the knowledge you have for Ford A's and radios. I know nothing about radios but I love music and the beautiful cases they are in of yesterday. Thank you for your videos.
Top arguments that I get when discussing my 1929 Tudor: 1. What oil do you use? 2. 4 blade vs. two blade fan 3. Mechanical vs. Hydraulic brakes 4. 12 volt vs 6 volt 5, oil filter vs. no oil filter 6. optima vs. standard 6v battery 7. regular vs. unleaded gas 8. Timing questions 9. Seat belts 10. Zenith Carb & air filter And I love answering them. Why? because I had all the same questions and got the same multiple opinions for each. I think that is what makes this hobby great, lots to learn, and lots to share.
Dear Mr. Shinn, Thanks so much for this and all your videos. My earliest childhood memory (age 4) is of my sitting on my late mother's lap, with my late favorite aunt holding my late older brother on her lap, riding in the rumble seat of my favorite uncle's 1930 Model A Deluxe Roadster, with him in the passenger seat and my late father driving. It had yellow spoke wheels, chocolate brown fenders and a tan body. Stunning car. My uncle, now 81, still has it, but it has sadly deteriorated to the point where a complete, frame-off restoration is needed. In one of your videos, you mentioned how often you are asked what your cars are worth, and your response truly resonated with me, that it's the experience of driving or riding in a Model A that is the true value which can not be measured in dollars and cents. That said, I have been inspired to part with my show-quality 1980 MGB and acquire an early 1930 Fordor, well sorted, in the very near future. I absolutely love my MGB, but alas, I can not resist the call and desire to sit behind the wheel and look over that long, steel hood at a chrome swan pointing the way, and lifting my spirit under its wings. Keep up the great work!
Your restoration hobby: Thank you Paul for the quick scan of your radio collection, I’ll try not to ask any radio related questions in the future. If I live down the road I tried to trade you something for one of the un-restored sets. You’ve got a great personality perhaps you should of been on the other side of the AM transmitter. 73 Mack
Paul holds K6FRC. Ever hear his beacons on 10 and 6 meters? K 6 FEDERAL RADIO COMMISSION which the FCC replaced in 1934. Around Christmas he was in his shack doing a video. :-)
@@ModelA I was looking on line for your email address. It would be so much better to chat with you on 20! Now I'm motivated to get my rig back on the air. Keep up the good work,OM. 73 from Calgary, de VE6IE.
Another great Model A video. A few comments: 1. As I understand it, another reason Henry painted his Model Ts black for a while is that black paint dried faster than other colors, allowing him to get cars out the door faster. 2. An engineer! I'm not surprised. I am a retired engineer. That explains why I enjoy your sense of humor, even when other people don't get it. 3. Awesome radios. Show us a few of your favorites sometime. 4. Wish I still had my flip phone. Thanks for sharing your Model A knowledge with us.
I always thought the same as you. Then, after the Model T video, I was contacted by a legitimate Ford historian who set me straight. The paint colors all dried the same, it was purely out of convenience.
People today have No Idea or fail to understand the history behind Model A's. Let them wonder off on there own! I appreciate the knowledge that history teaches!!! Thank You!!!
Another awesome video. Some people need to get a life and mind their own business. Doug Demuro? Never even heard of the person until now. Keep up the great videos!
The car was sold by my dad around 1970ish,do not remember it. Used it as a hunting car to the camp,Dad said it was awesome for that use and every day.About five years ago my dad helped on a clean up of a property. There was two 1929,and a 1931 model A's ,both were sold. Been there for years,one fired right up,and the other cracked heads. But there was two in boxes on the shelves. Happy Sunday, God bless.Ps I am a late boomer,and my wife early X generation, not insulted. 🤔🤣🇨🇦 amen,amin. And now a subscriber, awesome video, love Fords, raised on Ford, work Ford dealership, my Dad retired Ford mechanic born 1932.
I never comment on videos, maybe I should. I'm pretty sure I've watched every single one of your Model A videos. I didn't find a cough in a carload. That one goes way back, ask your Dad. I followed your brake adjustment video and nearly gave my daughter whiplash. Wish I had a photo of the day we checked my post video brake adjustment by firmly stepping hard on the pedal. I told her to be ready, but sort of tongue-in-cheek based on past experience. I was shocked myself when ole Phaeton shut down and skidded in a perfectly straight line. Best antique brakes I've ever had. And I NEVER wonder if something's going to happen when I hit the pedal. That's happened in other old cars - it's a really bad feeling. Looking forward to watching you "sort out" that new Roadster. By the way, cranking with your right arm, your thumb will be the least of your worries when it's attached to a broken right arm. But I digress. Hope you use your left arm on "strange" cars.
I am really enjoying these videos. I don't own a Model A (I have owned a 1940 Ford Fordor Deluxe for 48 years), but I am learning a lot! I get a lot of the same comments from people (old Fords are not reliable, are hard to drive, the drum brakes (hydraulic on my car) are not reliable, etc.). People don't understand that if the car is in good shape and properly maintained, it is both reliable and safe. Please keep up the good work! I will continue watching and learning about the Model A.
Thanks on so much for what you do!!!!!!! I bought mine and was basically on my own. No club membership. No mechanical experience. And honestly freaking out because I had fell in love with a car had it shipped to me 1000 miles . And was afraid I had made a mistake. You are helping so many like me keep the confidence to keep working and keep these cars we love. Im a big fan!! Keep up the great job!
A Rav 4 looks like any other car on the road, it has the character of a dishrag, not to mention it can be remotely controlled by any government agent of bad character. A Model A is a piece of art, made to drive and lacks $10,000 of distracting electronics that the driver could never fix in a million years. The RAV4 has 1000 more points of failure than the old Fords and it's made in Japan and it will be ruined if you run it on kerosene or grain alcohol. I am an electronics engineer who just bought an accumulation of 7 model T's and 3 Model A's. My touring car is a 1941 dodge but my favorite driver is the 1929 Model A Pickup - a thing of beauty and it always gets an emotional reaction. You and your friends are my Model A experts and Model T is a charmer with mechanical skills - great channel amigo - Cheers
I could relate to a lot of these comments! Even though I daily drive a much newer car (1975 Jaguar XJ6) I still get all the comments about safety and all that. Keep up the great work! Hope to try out a Model A some day
Paul, Thank you for the tip on adding the extra ground and how to adjust the gas mixture. I done both and the car runs a lot better and starts a lot better.
Heading to my local machine shop today, getting the original brake drums turned for my ww2 Jeep The shop owner was the one who turned me onto your channel Hes a model A owner as well And that comment at 9:25 Alot. Alot of people have Model A s You dont realize how many classic cars live around you until the first and last day of Antique season
New subscriber here. I just wanted to say, thanks for the brilliant content. I’m 19, from Canada and I’m completely obsessed with Model A s, I hold you mostly responsible for that. I’m on the hunt for one now. Anyway, I didn’t expect to find much information about these cars on TH-cam, especially not an entire channel dedicated to the car, but I’m glad I found your channel. It’s bloody brilliant! The idea of having a nearly 100 year old car and having it last another 100 years is pretty incredible in today’s throwaway world. It’s sad that that era came to an end, perhaps that’s why I’m also interested in mechanical timepieces and wooden sailboats. 👍🏻
Great to hear from a guy who obviously knows what he's talking about. Thanks for setting the record straight on all sorts of issues about these wonderful classics.
HI Paul, just wanted to say that I really appreciate your videos, I watch them all and learn something each time. I once had a 31 sports coupe just like yours and absolutely loved driving it. It had been my father-in-law's car and I did all the maintenance on it for him and it was a pleasure to work on . When he could no longer drive he gave me the car. I owned it for three years and then Father-in-law needed the services of Medicaid ....They came after my car and forced me sell my Model A to pay his medical bills. I simply didn't have the cash to buy her....one of the saddest days of my life. I hope one day I'll find another that I can afford and put to use the valuable tips you share on your channel. GREAT STUFF and thank you very much !!!
I love your videos and have been watching you for a few years now and as a new owner of a 29 model a pick up you have no idea how much you’ve helped me get it right by watching your videos so thank you very much!!!
Paul, just listening to you about the cars and the radios. This reminds me of when I was a kid. My grandmother had a cathedral style radio. As a youngster, I was very curious about everything and I was fascinated by the fact that a program would flow out of this unit. So, I had to find out where the voice came from. Not plugging the radio in, I took the back off and proceeded to take the tubes out, removed the chassis, flipped it over, and removed every component out of it. Guess what, I never found the magic voice. BTW, I used my granny's best sheers to cut out all the resistors and capacitors. She was a seamstress. Lets just say my deed didn't go over well. I got a whipping for two transgressions. As an engineer, I'm sure you've seen a lot of updates over the years. I've been a sound guy myself for many years and volunteer at the local senior center as their audio guy.
I'll give you one thing Paul, you do a great job on these videos. BTW, the number plate on my '31 Slant Window Town Sedan here in Australia, still carries the same California number plate it had in 1931...7V2276, yellow letters on a black background, similar to the two cars in your vid. And yes, 70mph is too fast, even with a Mitchell Overdrive, simply because the transverse spring setup front & back was never meant to carry that speed. Keep up the good work!
I stumbled on this video researching model AA truck info. Thanks for the great information and laughs. I didn’t keep my Motorola gear quite as long as you, but I hung on as long as I could. I’ll be subscribing. Cheers.
Why do people with no interest or knowledge of Model A's watch your videos only to complain? You are a wealth of information and I enjoy and learn a lot from watching!
I like to think that they watch because they might have a slight interest and want to learn more about them before diving in. Some people have an unusually keen attention to details (myself included, attributed to my mild autism) and so I get it. Add the fact that some people are on a mission to right all wrongs, and when those attributes cross paths, you get what you get.
Just watching this video. It's nearly 2 years old and my comment will be way out of date but, hearing so many negative comments kinda blows me away. Both your cars are beautiful just the way they are. Haters are gonna hate for who knows what reason. You make great videos.
Love your comments about mechanical breaks being dangerous. I have a 47 Monarch and had a mechanic tell me I should upgrade to disk brakes. My answer was it only has 100 horsepower and enough braking power to bounce your head off the dash. Take care love the videos
What did you do to get in the "dog house" of being given this assignment for an adventure in automotive masochism, Paul? Seriously, I have to tell you, your channel is an inspiration. In your video about what makes the A Model the best American car, you re-awoke my life long interest in classic cars (the Model A foremost among them), and you answered every question I had about the viability of having and running one of these gems. This is the car for me. A hobby, a passion, a community to throw in with. I've already contacted the local Model A club chapter. I'm doing this! My wife, quite the seamstress, is gathering patterns to make us some period clothing. Hey millennials, this is how you do "cos-play"! Thank you for bringing your infectious passion for Model A's to us all, Paul. You've inspired me. Keep the good work coming and don't let the nay sayers cancel your humour. For those who don't or won't "get it", no explanation will suffice.
That's very inspiring, Brenton! Good for you!!! Please share your adventures with us when you start making those new memories for you two. And, your comment about cosplay made me do an actual spit-take! Ha ha!! Thank you.
@@ModelA Hey Paul, Glad if my comment brought you to a grin, this time! You've given me so many already. You can count on me sharing the memories as I begin to make some. Safe travels. Oh, and I'm really looking forward to your up coming series restoring that new red one! Maybe you'll be selling it at the end of the project? (I'm already saving for somebody's Model A).
The plan is to sell it at the end and try to recover some of the expenses. I already know I'm going to lose money on it, but some of the videos it creates should help a LOT of people.
Just bought my first Model A. I am a boomer and agree wholeheartedly with your attitude/ position on the qualities /characteristics of the car. I will enjoy it for all the features it does NOT have.
Honesty and integrity,that's why I like your videos,my best friend's dad had owned both a Model T at one time and a Model A,after he sold the T.I have fond memories of both cars.Thank you Paul.
As a late arrival to your channel I just watched this video. First of all I have to say I like your attitude. Life is too short to make everything a life or death issue. I have probably watched a dozen or so of your videos and learned something in each an every one. If I was 20 years younger I would be looking to get me a Model A to adopt. Well done on all your content. Keep those videos coming.
Dear Paul & Model T, Thanks so much for what you have done for the Model A community, I never miss an episode. I presently own a 1931 deluxe roadster that I bought when I was 21years old, it was actually my second model A, I'm now 74! I'm running an oil filter on a basically stock engine with the exception of inserted bearings, stainless valves, adjustable lifters, touring cam. I have read posts people suggesting you must make it a free-flowing filter and to drill out the oil filter check valve. What's your opinion?
Very Good! Very well answered. Facebook is full of people who think,well without being rude,that they are better than anyone else and that they have all the answers to all the questions.I live in Norway and its like this here to. Once i had a 1930 Fordor Sedan Delivery and its still alive today,with bright red wheels! Looks stunning. I only know of two of those in my country,my ex '30 and one 1928/29.Looking forward to your next video!
I just acquired my dad’s 1930 Tudor Sedan Deluxe and found and subscribed to your channel. The car is restored, beautiful and a blast to drive. You sound incredibly knowledgeable about these cars. I’m looking for to watching all your videos to learn as much as I can to properly maintain my new toy. If you’re ever in Hawaii on the big island, let me know and I’d happily pay you for your time to get mine dialed in like your cars. Aloha.
Paul, Watched this again. I loved your answers...all of them. I am a mid-aged Boomer with a 1928 Model AA Truck (acquired 2016) well sorted w old but very nice restoration, and in 2021 a 1931 Deluxe Phaeton out of California (tired of not being able to travel w/ Model A club as AA is a 28-30 MPH vehicle) and it looks good from 10 ' and has had a lot of issues that I have been fixing (springs, shocks, junk in fuel tank, clogged pressurized radiator, etc.). Oh by the way I was am not offended...at all... laughed often at the things that matter to some people and again at your great answers... ;
17:30 Mechanical brakes. Apply-fronts drag. More apply-Fronts and back drag. Even more apply-Fronts drag harder, rears drag harder. Stomp on- Front/back lock up. Can't ask any more than that. Test and adjust on a loose gravel road surface, see what drags first or are things even?
I drove my Dunebuggy for years and didn't die. I immensely dislike Ralph Nader's prospects, just because his son died in a Ford Bronco wreck ... maybe his kid should have been a better driver? I ran at 17 years old in SCCA the first year I earned a driver's license.
I love vintage autos and have had MANY. Currently my ride is a stock '53 Merc Monterey. Certainly not a Model A, but one of its descendants. I've never owned an A, but it is for sure on the bucket list, and whenever I have an extra garage space it will happen. Please keep up the videos despite the haters. They give me a good foundation of knowledge with which to approach eventual ownership.
@@ModelA The '53 Merc is my only project at the moment, but recently sold the 100% stock '40 dodge pickup I resurrected over the past five years from a pile of parts. Unfortunately, I only have room for one in the garage at the moment. A dozen or so 40s and 50s cars have graced my life since my teens. I admire a beautiful and well-built machine, regardless of make, and love putting the energy into making them 100% stock "driveable time machines", as I call them. This is why I love your channel. No modern upgrades on you cars, just good original technology that allows one to experience the replication of a moment in time that has not significantly changed since our great grand parents experienced it. Keep up the good work!
Hi Paul! Love your content! I am a college student and my father is a huge model a enthusiast who absolutely loves your videos! I think yours may be the only TH-cam videos he views on a regular basis😀. I actually learned how to drive on his 1931 Tudor when I was 7-8 years old and no other car have I quite the fondness for like I do the Model A. Please continue to publish such informative and entertaining content as it makes “boomers” like my dad and even old-souled millennials like myself extremely happy. Happy Motoring! John
Paul, thank you so much for your most sensible, informative videos. I am getting my first Model A today..it has been well restored, it’s a beauty, runs great, stops great and I’m going to have fun! I appreciate your time and effort to produce great videos. While haters gonna hate, lovers of Model A’s gonna love. They are wonderful cars!
Paul, picked up a very well restored and taken care of 1931 Tudor Sedan, maroon and black. Very nice driving car, has Mitchell Overdrive, improved, somewhat more powerful motor (about 90 HP), improved brakes, and, important in Texas, A/C. Will be paying close attention to your vids now and in the future. Thank you for posting such useful, pertinent information on these cool older parts of automotive history.
Here in NZ there are umpteen clubs specialising in UK and American cars...take your pick. Years ago when we had a bit more money we bought a bright blue 1960 Morris Minor 1000..... Bit of money and some rust repairs later...it would carry all 5 of us, buzzing around New Plymouth...out into the mildly hilly countryside, even in 2nd gear around the seriously steep and twisty mountain road up to the snow at 700m. It cruised happily at about 75kmh... developing speed shudder past 80.Great car..started first time every time and a light touch joy to drive.
Paul, thanks SO much for what you do for us Model A’ers! I have learned a lot from you! [As a 1952 model boomer I deleted my F/B account because I quickly learned that when people can’t see or speak with you face to face somehow that gives them permission to spiel any random thought whether or not it is hurtful.] Re: 1931 Vicky 1) It is my understanding that Model A engines don’t have enough oil pressure for a filter to properly work. Obviously, you know something I do not. I’m one of those guys who still change the oil @ 500 miles and I use Valvoline Racing oil because of the zinc. Yes, bringing up “oil” in a club meeting is akin to yelling “SQUIRREL” at a dog show! I’ve even heard from the group that buy Shell diesel oil >> and that I don’t quite get. 2) Gas mileage: I could only WISH that I would get your poorest mpg as my high!!! The “new” carburetor I purchased from ‘that supplier in the Rockies’ dropped in mpg and I now only get @ 13mpg. Engine ‘ sounds’ great and drives great so what gives? 3) Any chance you’d give a “real email address” to make it easier to type an email on something other than a cellphone? (Yah, I know that would be problematic! Sigh😣) Bill
13 MPG?!!! Yikes. Something is amiss. Either that or you have one heck of a hopped up motor and you have your foot in it a lot. My email is on the "about" page on my channel and in some of my videos. However, as the videos get more and more views, I am becoming swamped with emails. I'm getting an average of 50 emails a day from people asking how to do this or that or how to troubleshoot their Model A's. It's reaching the point where I don't have time to answer them all now. Also, some people added me to their joke distribution lists, thinking they were doing me a favor. I'm becoming overwhelmed.
This is a great video . Well done . Thank you . I have no idea why I watched the whole thing but I laughed and enjoyed it and learned too. I bought a model A manual recently for no apparent reason. If I ever have one of these a cross country drive would definitely be in order. Extend my gratitude to your wife as well .
Never heard of this guy Doug, only Paul Shinn. I appreciate this piece of Q&A as I could never figure out why my 30’ roadster was choking when running it at top speed. I guess it is being starved of lubricating oil?? It gets jerky when the pedal is to the floor in 3rd. I haven’t installed an OD yet. Thanks Paul!! Russell - SFV, CA Chapter Pres.
Thanks for all the answers. I just recently stumbled across your channel. I've had a fondness for older technologies since I was a kid. I have a few phones from the '30s through '50s that do work, and a couple of tube type radios and a TV that don't work. I love older black and white TV shows and moves, and would happily watch them on my tube type TV, which I think is from the '40s, if it worked. I doubt I'll ever be able to afford a Model A, but I'll be looking forward to your buyer's guide. So far, the oldest vehicles I've owned were from the '70s. You mentioned sorted Model A's a few times. Do you sort them alphabetically, or chronologically? :-) Sorry, I couldn't resist.
I swear some people have just nothing else to do but be miserable. I absolutely love the colors that Ford used on it's model A's. I think the Hessian blue color is outstanding!! and I love the pale yellow with your green model A. In fact it was something that delighted me when I found out that these colors were the original. I think we all have it in our minds that life was in black and white 100 years ago, because of the old film we see of these cars. I am so happy I found your channel!! I am ready to buy a model A. I was initially looking at a model T, perhaps I might have to get both.lol 😊
I’m a closet Model A fan and I think you have the right balance of information and semi thick skin to present this interest. You are appreciated. Keep up the good work. And put you wife on more too!.
Thanks for the video, Paul. I enjoyed it very much and it made me think about all the questions I am asked in my 1929 Model A Roadster. Number 1 is, "Do you know that your right tail light is burned out?", and I always smile and thank them. If we are going to be stopped for a while, I will explain that there isn't one. Keep up the informative videos. I think you are helping people get interested in these fun old cars.
Great info on adjusting the timing correctly! I was wondering about the starting procedure as well. I think it may have been Jay Leno that got everyone worked up on the way to hold the crank.
If this makes you feel any better, I have NO idea who Doug DeMuro is! Never heard the name before your video. I recently bought a 1929 Model A truck from an older gentleman at church and I am determined to learn how to work on it/maintain it. He directed me to your channel and I'll be relying on my father in law to help me learn as well. I'm pleased to report that your videos have helped me learn so much already. My 4 year old son comes along and it's turned into a mommy/son adventure. I look forward to watching the rest of your videos! PS: haters gonna hate, but I love the color of your wheels!!
I like your answers to the trolls that don't like the Model A. If they don't like it, they can go to one of the other million channels on YT. They're probably unhappy in their lives for something that has nothing to do with you. Love your channel. Keep doing more! Thank you!
I surely don't understand any of the complaints, but especially the #1 comment. You don't look, talk, walk or sound like DD. I watch him. I like him. Apples and oranges. I just discovered you. I think you are amazing and thank you for the great information and fun videos.
Thank you so much!! People LOVE to hate on others. Funny thing is, I make lots of public appearances, and nobody ever says that stuff to my face. Weird, right? Hahaa!! Thank you, brother. If the haters knew that their hate is what motivates me to keep doing this, they'd probably stop, and then what??
The comment about holding the crank 'properly'... I saw that video and remembered my uncle saying a Model A Ford crank broke my grandmother's wrist one winter during WWII... I asked her about it, her answer was simply... 'I didn't set the advance right.... and the crank was frozen in a the catch'.
I liked that you installed LED headlights. It's also important to be seen by others. Have you done any videos on additional brake lights or rear lighting in general? Have you installed any modern technology or componentry other than lights, fluids, tires and safety glass?
No, they are all stock except for that. Haven't done a video on the LED tail lights because they are pretty well known and in use already by so many people.
enjoy your vids Paul. I recently bought a 28' runs like a top mechanically. I am going to restore it soon!! Lots of great ideas and info. Thanks for doing what you do!
Hi Paul. I think your videos are fantastic. Between the winter blues and covid, you are a true delight and welcome sight to see!!! I am not an envious person, but I love your lifestyle. Huge garage with beautiful Model A's. Your expertise is a marvel and wondrous thing to view and learn. I have always loved antique cars. Some of your comments from other people just don't understand the joys and love people have for the early automotive history. One thing you didn't mention, the sound of a model A. All the car shows I have been to through the years, I love the sound of an A starting and running. You are an extremely lucky person. We are on opposite ends of the country. I would be most fortunate to know you and have you as a friend. All the best and thanks for everything you do..... Wayne from Pennsylvania..
About those rumble seats. I remember when I was in school (first grade?) my Grandpa came and picked me and my brother up in his model A coupe. He wouldn't let us sit in the rumble seat, so we put our bags back there. So, all three of us were in the bench seat, with me on the outside. He wouldn't let me lean up on the door because the latch didn't work right. But, I remember it was fun.
I don't know who Doug is, but this is the first video of yours I've seen. I've belonged to a Model A Ford club since 1993 and love riding around in these cars in town or on a tour. I'm not the mechanic for our cars, but your video was engaging enough for me to watch all the way through. Plus, I learned a few things. Good job! (subscribed)
Great informative videos, bought a Model A in Scotland 3 weeks ago, its a sportster with a 5 speed gearbox conversion and a Weber twin choke carb. It has Riley on the valve cover, is this part of a George Riley modification? Still a side vale flat head so obviosly not an overhead valve conversion.
Thanks. I got 1 second of fame for one of my comments. I love your videos, keep up the great work. I'm having so much fun with my '30 pick up that I'm on the hunt for a 2 or 4 door sedan. Model A's are like potato chips, you just can't have 1.
Paul, Excellent video!!!! True Ford Model A class. Keep making videos, congratulations. In time: I followed your advice and bought the Les Andrews book. I changed the collector and exhaust gaskets, with correct tightening of the screws, according to your video. Big hug, Enzo /Florianópolis / Brazil
Hahhaaa! Thank you! The haters actually motivate me to do more. If they knew their hate is what makes me do more and more, they would probably stop. What fun would that be?
It might’ve been worth it to mention that the brakes work a whole lot better with cast iron drums vs the original stamped drums. Like you said, if everything is adjusted properly the original drums work fine. But in my experience, brake fade can happen after you have to slam on the brakes a few times when someone pulls out in front of you. Upgrading to cast iron drums is definitely something to consider if you’re gonna to make it a daily driver or drive it in heavy traffic. Just a suggestion. Keep up the good work though! Getting people more interested in these old cars one video at a time
I spoke with a neighbour who had a model A pick-up which he had purchased new and he said he had it all apart in the late 1950s and at that time he installed an hydraulic brake kit.He drove the truck to work every day (worked as a machinist ).So I guess if one wanted to there is the hydraulic option. Cheers from Westcoast Canada!
I love those Hessian blue wheels! When I saw them in the thumbnail, honestly that was part of why I clicked- they were a really nice standout option/feature you don't see on a ton of these. Maybe the fact that the color looks like it belongs on a 50s Cadillac throws some people for a loop into not thinking they're stock. So many people think of these cars as either the mistaken "They only come in black" stock machines from black-and-white film reels, or as full-blown hotrods and don't have much practical experience with stock Model A's in color, so to speak. Also, Paul, you might have to start claiming you're the most hipster car channel. Antique radios, Model A's and a pager? W O W!! That's dedication! In all seriousness, I guess the difference is that you actually know how all this stuff operates and aren't just posing with it. Whatever works for you works! I've gotta say that I love the vintage radio collection, I'd love to see more on that too in the future. Any possibility to naybe talk about car radios for the Model A? I know they didn't come stock and your cars don't seem to have them, but there's plenty of aftermarket stuff available today, and I'd imagine there were some units available in the past as well. Could be an interesting topic that blends historic and more modern aspects of Model A ownership! As always, thanks for the video and keep up the great work.
Well Paul, I have really (again) enjoyed, in this case the fantastic way you where throwing back the ball to those Hmmmmm questions and comments. You can rest assure, that I am learning a lot from your videos, and one has to be very grateful to have a person like you that produce these video’s. I am here in the Caribean with my 1930 model A, and you are so many miles away, teaching us all your experiences and beautiful video’s. Paul thanks, these comments all you serviced, with great respect, I admire your patience 🧐. Regards Myron Jacobs
A few years ago I watched a video about Ford's Rouge car plant back east. The reason Henry decided on black only as a color after 1908 was that the black paint dried faster. On the assembly line he didn't want body parts that were still a little wet as he found out.
I drove a 1934 Packard Standard 8 from 1969 to 2007 when my home was destroyed by fire with a lighting strike. I never restored it but it only broke down once when the distributer rotor broke in half. I had crazy glue with me and after a few minutes I was on my way. This happened in Washington DC. I put over 50,000 miles on it and many were long trips. I had a couple of flats, but I had 2 spares in the side mounts! It was like a model A on steroids and would cruse all day at 80mph!
0:00 Idea came to Tina
1:34 1929-31 differences
2:40 fuel problems?
3:36 available colors
4:30 reliability
5:33 model A parts
5:48 double clutching
6:24 gasoline
7:26 cruising speed
8:45 top speed
9:15 changing oil
9:53 no restoration
10:03 buyers guide
10:37 using the crank
11:09 timing the car
12:00 ride
13:05 reliability
14:00 Drive and brakes
14:29 rumble seat
15:44 parts suppliers
16:25 is it safe?
17:21 death trap?
17:36 regular ride?
18:31 another opinion
19:09 fluids
20:05 greasing the chassis
20:29 focusing headlights
21:26 playing around
22:24 pager and flip phone
23:58 spark advance
25:32 antique radios
26:52 ‘31 sport coupe
28:23 oils 10W-30, 10W-40
29:36 fuel economy
30:45 Doug DeMuro impression
Time stamps are important so that I can come back and garner the wisdom of Paul on Model A's. Thanks Paul !!!
After watching this video, I have to question why half the people are watching. If they are trying to convince you modern cars are better and safer, they obviously don’t get why we love driving the simple and beautiful Model A.
Good question! Some people are afraid of things that you and I do not dwell upon, I suppose.
It scares people to know that a car so simple as a Model A which is so easy to work on, they can't use the excuse of "it's too complicated to work on". Since they don't even know what a 10mm socket is, they are worried that they will have no choice but to work on the car themselves 😂😂
Are they the "Karens" of the auto community?
@@rev9fan1
10mm? Bro, that’s the one that always seems to run away from everyone’s tool kits! They definitely know what it is. They’re just scared of fixing anything that requires use of said 10mm.
But… that’s what Lowe’s/Home Depot/O’Reilly/Menards/AutoZone/Harbor Freight are for! Maybe if they just replaced the missing one, they’d be less scared? 🤔
This video is meant to be helpful and fun. Please be gentle in the comments!
Sure only friendly comments or TH-camDNC will ban us and get us fired from our jobs.. great video as always Paul - sincerely.
@@Michael_Scott_Howard Shhhhh!!! You'll get us CANCELLED!!
What about a video on what todo if you see a Model A out in the wild. When driving my 29 Tudor or Dad’s 32 V8 duluxe people follow to close, get distracted trying to take pictures, don’t leave room on hill stops to roll back, etc.
Another great video Paul! keep 'em coming! Hopefully the weather in NW Illinois will 'improve' soon too; 14 below, salted roads, ice, and snow piled everywhere. We envy you in a short sleeved shirt. It is Siberian winter around here very brutal!!
Enjoy your videos! I trust ya, Rod from Utah said that.
We love your videos Paul. Dad and I bought the 1930 coup in 1963 and had a ground up restoration completed about 20 years ago. Dad passed away 10 years ago and Mom a little over a year ago. As a result I brought it to our home now. It is such a joy and calming to be around. I have learned many things from you in your videos. Thank you so much.
Sorry to hear about your Father's passing.
It is really good to hear that you have the car and are enjoying it and keeping the memories of your father alive.
The joy and calm you feel is no doubt the connection and memories of your Father and all the time you both spent with the car and with each other.
Pistolpeds is absolutely right but not for the reason he chose, the brakes. The Freeway doesn't cater for a car that sits on 60 kph (35mph) safely. Here in Australia, Freeway speeds are up to 110kph & although you can drive a lot slower, apart from the rubber neckers waving to you in your Model A & taking pics, even the the slow lane still runs at 70-80 kph. Just not safe!
Well done! Never heard of Doug DeMuro either.
Thanks, Rick! I didn't know until I looked him up after seeing hundreds of comments about me supposedly trying to be him. Difficult to want to be someone you never heard of before.
What a great video Paul !
Filled with great info as all your videos are but its awesome to get so many answers at one time.
Questions answered and video filled with such great humor , lol
I love the model A flame being a dangerous car and you said how manly are you, lol
I couldn't agree with you more.
I built a 79 street /strip malibu with roll cage etc with manual steering and people act like I'm crazy to drive a outdated car but like you said its the fun of driving not a utility vehicle but I'm such a fan of yours I want to sell it and get a model A pickup.
I guess there aren't enough car guys that appreciate you and your cars, I love the wheel color .
Love your radios !
I wish you were my neighbor ,I don't have a model A yet so I would have to settle on just helping you work on yours if you were my neighbor, lol
Keep up the great videos and I'm really looking forward to future videos.
I have another question.
After a person buys a model A and has it road ready and everything adjusted good ,is there much expense in the upkeep , parts costs etc.
Compared to say a 70s muscle car parts ?
@@wadedog4280 I had to give up on a 1969 Dodge Charger "General Lee" (life-long dream car) project because I simply couldn't afford it at the time. I built my tudor sedan instead. WAY cheaper!
@@wadedog4280 Hi Wade. I've owned my 1931 Model A for over 50 years. Once you have everything sorted out (in my case, 30 years ago), the only things I've had to do was normal maintenance, new tires twice, and tune-ups. FAR less than maintaining a modern car where you can hardly identify what's under the hood and have to take it to a mechanic. Simply fun.
Paul, you are a great guy and a brave man. Love your channel and all Model A's.
Thank you!
I never thought twice about the wheel color on your Modle A. All these people who complain secretly wish they owned one. Beautiful cars.
You are probably correct.
Paul, Ive always wanted a Model A. Now after watching your videos, I have never wanted a Model A more than I do now. Love your videos, full of great information. Currently own a 42 & 48 Dodge trucks. Drive and enjoy as much as possible.
Nothing wrong with the late 40's Dodge trucks either!
A funny anecdote about the ruble seat: In Germany its called - a stepmother seat
Well if it makes you feel better, I know who Paul Shinn is and never heard of Doug DeMuro!
Ha ha! Thank you, Kamran!
@@ModelA Doug deMuro is no Paul Shinn !
@@wadedog4280 Yea, Doug is wealthy. I'm a nobody. BUT, I have a few Model A's, so I'm happy!!
Ya Paul I had no idea who Doug was went and looked at his video. I'm sticking with yours! I own 3 model As..
@@ModelA you're very modest, you are not a nobody, way better videos than doug
Dear Mr. Shinn,
My father was an auto mechanic for over fifty years. I will always remember him telling me that things run best the way they were designed to run. I think the Ford Model A does indeed excel when driven as designed. An older man in our church drove his Tudor sedan from Chicago to L.A. down Rt 66 then back on the Lincoln Highway with no (known) problems. Thank you and your wife for such a good channel
Thank you so much. Merry Christmas!
Thank you so much Paul! Love all of your videos and your positive attitude. I now see why I can relate to your videos so much. Not only do I own and love Model A's, I also collect and restore tube type radios! Don't let anyone bring you down. You're doing a fantastic job of sharing information and entertaining as well as teaching and preserving history. Some can't relate, but that is why there are other hobbies and interests. You're appreciated!
Thank you! I'm learning that you and I are not as rare as thought. Lots of us antique radio/Model A fans.
When growing up back in the late '60's and '70's, my uncle built/restored his own Model A's. He had a '30 coupe, '31 truck (think that was the correct year) and his prize was a '28 Phaeton (a real beauty). He drove the coupe and pickup daily everywhere, had no other cars and did all his maintenance. I loved going for rides with him which fortunately was a couple of times a week back during those days. He passed away recently (96 yrs old) and the vehicles are still owned and driven by my cousins. What a wonderful legacy. Wish I lived closer to see these today. Watching your videos brings back so many memories and are inspirational. Thank you and here's to hoping I'll get my own "A" in the future.
Awesome story! Thanks for sharing it with all of us!
Keep doing what you're doing. I am amazed at the interest in old cars among the millennials and even younger people. I've also experienced much annoyance from the same age group when I drive my old cars. Nonetheless I'm happy there is interest and happy you're promoting the hobby. Don't change anything!
Indeed. Thank you!
I'm a fellow boomer who loves your positive attitude and happy demeanor. With a lovely and fun wife plus a beautiful collection of classic cars, I can see why you're enjoying life. Congratulations! Keep up the videos and ignore the haters. It is so sad they can't enjoy what really matters.
Absolutely loved this video as I do all of your videos. I have a goal to own a model A someday. I have learned SO much from you. Thank you!
You are so welcome Jesse! Go for it!
How do you install the rain gutters on the 1930 Sport Coupe?
You and your wife seem to have a really fun, cute relationship. I love to see that :)
I love your videos because they’re low-key. Very informational, but mostly just fun to hear somebody talking about a hobby/passion.
Thank you, Steve!
Hey like your videos. I just restored my 1930 Fordor . I am the 3rd owner my grandfather bought it brand new. Did you goto the MAFCA rally in Kanab Utah? I drive my car all winter and summer . Its great fun 😀!!
Hi Curt,
I missed Kanab, but a few of my club members went.
That is interesting how many confuse the Model T and the Model A.
Yes, raptors. It is. It would be like thinking a raptor and a t-rex were the same species.
I keep getting people at the gas station and stop lights asking "what year is your Model T. Why isn't it black?" I should make a flyer I can hand out with a list of all the common FAQs.
@@shawnn6926 You'll use up all your printer ink for nothing.
After several months I finally got my 1930 Model A Coupe back from the Model A Garage in Luray, VA. It is pretty close to yours except mine has a red pin strip and black wheels to match the finders. I had the Model A Garage go completely through my Model A and they replaced the drums and brakes. If anyone has never driven a vehicle with mechanical brakes the brakes will take some "getting use to". You can't compare them to power brakes but the brakes will lock up if you can put about 40 pounds of pressure on the brake pedal; definitely not a brake for weak legs. I changed my ignition to electronic to avoid the "weeping" head gasket and also just to make driving it easier. I don't regret that one bit! It is rough riding and definitely made for a generation with a smaller girth (try fitting two people in that jump seat today). I drive mine because it is a "time capsule"; I love history and .... because the Model A is a work of art! Thanks for keeping us educated on this living piece of American history.
Love your videos,I am a young new owner of a 30, can’t wait for spring so I can go for a ride:)
Congratulations!! When do we all get to see your 30?
Good for you! Ford Model A ownership and driving bring smiles to everyone and great joy. How can you go wrong with that combo?!!
Hi Paul. I just picked up a 1930 pickup. Looking forward to watching your videos. Long live us car guys!!
Who is Doug Demuro?
Thank you for the video and answering questions. Unlike, Doug, you seem to care more about your followers than publicity. Alot of insightful info there. I just purchased my very first classic vehicle in Oct. of 2020. Its a 1929 Tudor that was sitting on the side of a country Highway with a Wal-Mart "For Sale" sign in the window. My son and I both enjoy it very much and I love working on it. Im a disabled firefighter with PTSD and I have to say this 29 has been an absolute blessing. Helps me keep my mind focused on the present and positive. Thank you again for your videos. Keep em comin!!
You're an inspiration, Chad!! All the best to you, your son, and that 29 tudor!
Yeaaa! We got to see your radios! You are such a good sport.
Thank you! You got to see about 1/4 of them anyway.
Hi there. I love your videos and the knowledge you have for Ford A's and radios. I know nothing about radios but I love music and the beautiful cases they are in of yesterday. Thank you for your videos.
Such a great video! I’m planning on buying a ‘31 Tudor in a year to use as my daily driver.
Solid choice. The tudor will serve you well.
Top arguments that I get when discussing my 1929 Tudor:
1. What oil do you use?
2. 4 blade vs. two blade fan
3. Mechanical vs. Hydraulic brakes
4. 12 volt vs 6 volt
5, oil filter vs. no oil filter
6. optima vs. standard 6v battery
7. regular vs. unleaded gas
8. Timing questions
9. Seat belts
10. Zenith Carb & air filter
And I love answering them. Why? because I had all the same questions and got the same multiple opinions for each. I think that is what makes this hobby great, lots to learn, and lots to share.
Good point, SD. Also, you have a good attitude. Keep representing us, man!
This is quality humor 😂
Thanks for this !
Thanks!
Dear Mr. Shinn,
Thanks so much for this and all your videos. My earliest childhood memory (age 4) is of my sitting on my late mother's lap, with my late favorite aunt holding my late older brother on her lap, riding in the rumble seat of my favorite uncle's 1930 Model A Deluxe Roadster, with him in the passenger seat and my late father driving. It had yellow spoke wheels, chocolate brown fenders and a tan body. Stunning car. My uncle, now 81, still has it, but it has sadly deteriorated to the point where a complete, frame-off restoration is needed.
In one of your videos, you mentioned how often you are asked what your cars are worth, and your response truly resonated with me, that it's the experience of driving or riding in a Model A that is the true value which can not be measured in dollars and cents.
That said, I have been inspired to part with my show-quality 1980 MGB and acquire an early 1930 Fordor, well sorted, in the very near future. I absolutely love my MGB, but alas, I can not resist the call and desire to sit behind the wheel and look over that long, steel hood at a chrome swan pointing the way, and lifting my spirit under its wings.
Keep up the great work!
Wow. Quite a sacrifice. Please share your fordor with all of us when you get it!
Your restoration hobby:
Thank you Paul for the quick scan of your radio collection, I’ll try not to ask any radio related questions in the future. If I live down the road I tried to trade you something for one of the un-restored sets. You’ve got a great personality perhaps you should of been on the other side of the AM transmitter. 73 Mack
Paul holds K6FRC. Ever hear his beacons on 10 and 6 meters? K 6 FEDERAL RADIO COMMISSION which the FCC replaced in 1934. Around Christmas he was in his shack doing a video. :-)
I used to be on the radio every day. Now, just once in a while. Thanks!
@@ojjenkins7110 Thanks, OJ. Yep, 73 DE K6FRC
@@ModelA I was looking on line for your email address. It would be so much better to chat with you on 20! Now I'm motivated to get my rig back on the air. Keep up the good work,OM. 73 from Calgary, de VE6IE.
Another great Model A video. A few comments:
1. As I understand it, another reason Henry painted his Model Ts black for a while is that black paint dried faster than other colors, allowing him to get cars out the door faster.
2. An engineer! I'm not surprised. I am a retired engineer. That explains why I enjoy your sense of humor, even when other people don't get it.
3. Awesome radios. Show us a few of your favorites sometime.
4. Wish I still had my flip phone.
Thanks for sharing your Model A knowledge with us.
I always thought the same as you. Then, after the Model T video, I was contacted by a legitimate Ford historian who set me straight. The paint colors all dried the same, it was purely out of convenience.
What a great video. THANKS
Thank YOU!
People today have No Idea or fail to understand the history behind Model A's. Let them wonder off on there own! I appreciate the knowledge that history teaches!!! Thank You!!!
Another awesome video. Some people need to get a life and mind their own business. Doug Demuro? Never even heard of the person until now.
Keep up the great videos!
Ha ha! Thank you!
The car was sold by my dad around 1970ish,do not remember it. Used it as a hunting car to the camp,Dad said it was awesome for that use and every day.About five years ago my dad helped on a clean up of a property. There was two 1929,and a 1931 model A's ,both were sold. Been there for years,one fired right up,and the other cracked heads. But there was two in boxes on the shelves. Happy Sunday, God bless.Ps I am a late boomer,and my wife early X generation, not insulted. 🤔🤣🇨🇦 amen,amin. And now a subscriber, awesome video, love Fords, raised on Ford, work Ford dealership, my Dad retired Ford mechanic born 1932.
I never comment on videos, maybe I should. I'm pretty sure I've watched every single one of your Model A videos. I didn't find a cough in a carload. That one goes way back, ask your Dad. I followed your brake adjustment video and nearly gave my daughter whiplash. Wish I had a photo of the day we checked my post video brake adjustment by firmly stepping hard on the pedal. I told her to be ready, but sort of tongue-in-cheek based on past experience. I was shocked myself when ole Phaeton shut down and skidded in a perfectly straight line. Best antique brakes I've ever had. And I NEVER wonder if something's going to happen when I hit the pedal. That's happened in other old cars - it's a really bad feeling. Looking forward to watching you "sort out" that new Roadster. By the way, cranking with your right arm, your thumb will be the least of your worries when it's attached to a broken right arm. But I digress. Hope you use your left arm on "strange" cars.
I am really enjoying these videos. I don't own a Model A (I have owned a 1940 Ford Fordor Deluxe for 48 years), but I am learning a lot! I get a lot of the same comments from people (old Fords are not reliable, are hard to drive, the drum brakes (hydraulic on my car) are not reliable, etc.). People don't understand that if the car is in good shape and properly maintained, it is both reliable and safe. Please keep up the good work! I will continue watching and learning about the Model A.
Thanks on so much for what you do!!!!!!! I bought mine and was basically on my own. No club membership. No mechanical experience. And honestly freaking out because I had fell in love with a car had it shipped to me 1000 miles . And was afraid I had made a mistake. You are helping so many like me keep the confidence to keep working and keep these cars we love. Im a big fan!! Keep up the great job!
That is awesome, Timothy!
@@ModelA what oil filter do you use on your model A ?
@@bobhonoshofsky564 A racing filter without checkvalve, or a Motorcraft FL-1 where I drill holes through the rubber checkvalve.
A Rav 4 looks like any other car on the road, it has the character of a dishrag, not to mention it can be remotely controlled by any government agent of bad character. A Model A is a piece of art, made to drive and lacks $10,000 of distracting electronics that the driver could never fix in a million years. The RAV4 has 1000 more points of failure than the old Fords and it's made in Japan and it will be ruined if you run it on kerosene or grain alcohol.
I am an electronics engineer who just bought an accumulation of 7 model T's and 3 Model A's. My touring car is a 1941 dodge but my
favorite driver is the 1929 Model A Pickup - a thing of beauty and it always gets an emotional reaction. You and your friends are my Model A experts and Model T is a charmer with mechanical skills - great channel amigo - Cheers
I could relate to a lot of these comments! Even though I daily drive a much newer car (1975 Jaguar XJ6) I still get all the comments about safety and all that. Keep up the great work! Hope to try out a Model A some day
Paul, Thank you for the tip on adding the extra ground and how to adjust the gas mixture. I done both and the car runs a lot better and starts a lot better.
Excellent!
Good clean fun video. So refreshing. I have wanted a model A for soooo long. Maybe one day.
Heading to my local machine shop today, getting the original brake drums turned for my ww2 Jeep
The shop owner was the one who turned me onto your channel
Hes a model A owner as well
And that comment at 9:25
Alot. Alot of people have Model A s
You dont realize how many classic cars live around you until the first and last day of Antique season
You're right. Thank you! And good luck on the Jeep. My wife wants one of those SO bad.
New subscriber here. I just wanted to say, thanks for the brilliant content. I’m 19, from Canada and I’m completely obsessed with Model A s, I hold you mostly responsible for that. I’m on the hunt for one now. Anyway, I didn’t expect to find much information about these cars on TH-cam, especially not an entire channel dedicated to the car, but I’m glad I found your channel. It’s bloody brilliant!
The idea of having a nearly 100 year old car and having it last another 100 years is pretty incredible in today’s throwaway world. It’s sad that that era came to an end, perhaps that’s why I’m also interested in mechanical timepieces and wooden sailboats.
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Great to hear from a guy who obviously knows what he's talking about. Thanks for setting the record straight on all sorts of issues about these wonderful classics.
Thanks Philip!
HI Paul, just wanted to say that I really appreciate your videos, I watch them all and learn something each time. I once had a 31 sports coupe just like yours and absolutely loved driving it. It had been my father-in-law's car and I did all the maintenance on it for him and it was a pleasure to work on . When he could no longer drive he gave me the car. I owned it for three years and then Father-in-law needed the services of Medicaid ....They came after my car and forced me sell my Model A to pay his medical bills. I simply didn't have the cash to buy her....one of the saddest days of my life. I hope one day I'll find another that I can afford and put to use the valuable tips you share on your channel. GREAT STUFF and thank you very much !!!
That's so sad. I hope you get another one soon!
I love your videos and have been watching you for a few years now and as a new owner of a 29 model a pick up you have no idea how much you’ve helped me get it right by watching your videos so thank you very much!!!
People like you make it worthwhile! Thank YOU!
Paul, just listening to you about the cars and the radios. This reminds me of when I was a kid. My grandmother had a cathedral style radio. As a youngster, I was very curious about everything and I was fascinated by the fact that a program would flow out of this unit. So, I had to find out where the voice came from. Not plugging the radio in, I took the back off and proceeded to take the tubes out, removed the chassis, flipped it over, and removed every component out of it. Guess what, I never found the magic voice. BTW, I used my granny's best sheers to cut out all the resistors and capacitors. She was a seamstress. Lets just say my deed didn't go over well. I got a whipping for two transgressions. As an engineer, I'm sure you've seen a lot of updates over the years. I've been a sound guy myself for many years and volunteer at the local senior center as their audio guy.
I'll give you one thing Paul, you do a great job on these videos. BTW, the number plate on my '31 Slant Window Town Sedan here in Australia, still carries the same California number plate it had in 1931...7V2276, yellow letters on a black background, similar to the two cars in your vid. And yes, 70mph is too fast, even with a Mitchell Overdrive, simply because the transverse spring setup front & back was never meant to carry that speed. Keep up the good work!
I stumbled on this video researching model AA truck info. Thanks for the great information and laughs. I didn’t keep my Motorola gear quite as long as you, but I hung on as long as I could. I’ll be subscribing. Cheers.
Thank you!
Why do people with no interest or knowledge of Model A's watch your videos only to complain? You are a wealth of information and I enjoy and learn a lot from watching!
I like to think that they watch because they might have a slight interest and want to learn more about them before diving in. Some people have an unusually keen attention to details (myself included, attributed to my mild autism) and so I get it. Add the fact that some people are on a mission to right all wrongs, and when those attributes cross paths, you get what you get.
Just watching this video. It's nearly 2 years old and my comment will be way out of date but, hearing so many negative comments kinda blows me away. Both your cars are beautiful just the way they are. Haters are gonna hate for who knows what reason. You make great videos.
Thanks BR!
@@ModelA My pleasure. Thank you Paul for the videos.
Love your comments about mechanical breaks being dangerous. I have a 47 Monarch and had a mechanic tell me I should upgrade to disk brakes. My answer was it only has 100 horsepower and enough braking power to bounce your head off the dash. Take care love the videos
God for you! Tell that whippersnapper!!!
What did you do to get in the "dog house" of being given this assignment for an adventure in automotive masochism, Paul? Seriously, I have to tell you, your channel is an inspiration. In your video about what makes the A Model the best American car, you re-awoke my life long interest in classic cars (the Model A foremost among them), and you answered every question I had about the viability of having and running one of these gems. This is the car for me. A hobby, a passion, a community to throw in with. I've already contacted the local Model A club chapter. I'm doing this! My wife, quite the seamstress, is gathering patterns to make us some period clothing. Hey millennials, this is how you do "cos-play"!
Thank you for bringing your infectious passion for Model A's to us all, Paul. You've inspired me. Keep the good work coming and don't let the nay sayers cancel your humour. For those who don't or won't "get it", no explanation will suffice.
That's very inspiring, Brenton! Good for you!!! Please share your adventures with us when you start making those new memories for you two. And, your comment about cosplay made me do an actual spit-take! Ha ha!! Thank you.
@@ModelA
Hey Paul, Glad if my comment brought you to a grin, this time! You've given me so many already. You can count on me sharing the memories as I begin to make some. Safe travels. Oh, and I'm really looking forward to your up coming series restoring that new red one! Maybe you'll be selling it at the end of the project? (I'm already saving for somebody's Model A).
The plan is to sell it at the end and try to recover some of the expenses. I already know I'm going to lose money on it, but some of the videos it creates should help a LOT of people.
Just bought my first Model A. I am a boomer and agree wholeheartedly with your attitude/ position on the qualities /characteristics of the car. I will enjoy it for all the features it does NOT have.
That's AWESOME Russell!! Looking forward to seeing it! Any pictures?
Honesty and integrity,that's why I like your videos,my best friend's dad had owned both a Model T at one time and a Model A,after he sold the T.I have fond memories of both cars.Thank you Paul.
Thanks for sharing
As a late arrival to your channel I just watched this video. First of all I have to say I like your attitude. Life is too short to make everything a life or death issue. I have probably watched a dozen or so of your videos and learned something in each an every one. If I was 20 years younger I would be looking to get me a Model A to adopt. Well done on all your content. Keep those videos coming.
Dear Paul & Model T, Thanks so much for what you have done for the Model A community, I never miss an episode. I presently own a 1931 deluxe roadster that I bought when I was 21years old, it was actually my second model A, I'm now 74! I'm running an oil filter on a basically stock engine with the exception of inserted bearings, stainless valves, adjustable lifters, touring cam. I have read posts people suggesting you must make it a free-flowing filter and to drill out the oil filter check valve. What's your opinion?
My opinion is- It lasted this long, keep doing what you're doing!
Very Good! Very well answered. Facebook is full of people who think,well without being rude,that they are better than anyone else and that they have all the answers to all the questions.I live in Norway and its like this here to. Once i had a 1930 Fordor Sedan Delivery and its still alive today,with bright red wheels! Looks stunning. I only know of two of those in my country,my ex '30 and one 1928/29.Looking forward to your next video!
Thank you! The sedan delivery is awesome! Congratulations to you for a fine automobile.
I just acquired my dad’s 1930 Tudor Sedan Deluxe and found and subscribed to your channel. The car is restored, beautiful and a blast to drive. You sound incredibly knowledgeable about these cars. I’m looking for to watching all your videos to learn as much as I can to properly maintain my new toy. If you’re ever in Hawaii on the big island, let me know and I’d happily pay you for your time to get mine dialed in like your cars. Aloha.
Do you know Ryne Takeushi (spelling could be wrong) over there?
Paul, Watched this again. I loved your answers...all of them. I am a mid-aged Boomer with a 1928 Model AA Truck (acquired 2016) well sorted w old but very nice restoration, and in 2021 a 1931 Deluxe Phaeton out of California (tired of not being able to travel w/ Model A club as AA is a 28-30 MPH vehicle) and it looks good from 10 ' and has had a lot of issues that I have been fixing (springs, shocks, junk in fuel tank, clogged pressurized radiator, etc.). Oh by the way I was am not offended...at all... laughed often at the things that matter to some people and again at your great answers... ;
Thanks Carl!
17:30 Mechanical brakes. Apply-fronts drag. More apply-Fronts and back drag. Even more apply-Fronts drag harder, rears drag harder. Stomp on- Front/back lock up. Can't ask any more than that. Test and adjust on a loose gravel road surface, see what drags first or are things even?
18:20 --- Snowflake. Grow up. Drive your Toyota Rav 4 and be happy.
I drove my Dunebuggy for years and didn't die. I immensely dislike Ralph Nader's prospects, just because his son died in a Ford Bronco wreck ... maybe his kid should have been a better driver? I ran at 17 years old in SCCA the first year I earned a driver's license.
I set mine like they did at the factory for even braking all around.
@@ModelA You think the factory spent an hour + setting the brakes? I wonder how they did it?
At the factory, everything fit. Adjustment of the shoes was done my men as the cars came down the line with wheels off the ground.
I love vintage autos and have had MANY. Currently my ride is a stock '53 Merc Monterey. Certainly not a Model A, but one of its descendants.
I've never owned an A, but it is for sure on the bucket list, and whenever I have an extra garage space it will happen.
Please keep up the videos despite the haters. They give me a good foundation of knowledge with which to approach eventual ownership.
Excellent! I hope you get an A soon. What other cars do you own?
@@ModelA The '53 Merc is my only project at the moment, but recently sold the 100% stock '40 dodge pickup I resurrected over the past five years from a pile of parts.
Unfortunately, I only have room for one in the garage at the moment. A dozen or so 40s and 50s cars have graced my life since my teens.
I admire a beautiful and well-built machine, regardless of make, and love putting the energy into making them 100% stock "driveable time machines", as I call them. This is why I love your channel. No modern upgrades on you cars, just good original technology that allows one to experience the replication of a moment in time that has not significantly changed since our great grand parents experienced it.
Keep up the good work!
Hi Paul! Love your content! I am a college student and my father is a huge model a enthusiast who absolutely loves your videos! I think yours may be the only TH-cam videos he views on a regular basis😀. I actually learned how to drive on his 1931 Tudor when I was 7-8 years old and no other car have I quite the fondness for like I do the Model A. Please continue to publish such informative and entertaining content as it makes “boomers” like my dad and even old-souled millennials like myself extremely happy.
Happy Motoring!
John
Thank you, John!
Paul, thank you so much for your most sensible, informative videos. I am getting my first Model A today..it has been well restored, it’s a beauty, runs great, stops great and I’m going to have fun! I appreciate your time and effort to produce great videos. While haters gonna hate, lovers of Model A’s gonna love. They are wonderful cars!
Congratulations Wesley!!
Paul, picked up a very well restored and taken care of 1931 Tudor Sedan, maroon and black. Very nice driving car, has Mitchell Overdrive, improved, somewhat more powerful motor (about 90 HP), improved brakes, and, important in Texas, A/C. Will be paying close attention to your vids now and in the future. Thank you for posting such useful, pertinent information on these cool older parts of automotive history.
Here in NZ there are umpteen clubs specialising in UK and American cars...take your pick.
Years ago when we had a bit more money we bought a bright blue 1960 Morris Minor 1000..... Bit of money and some rust repairs later...it would carry all 5 of us, buzzing around New Plymouth...out into the mildly hilly countryside, even in 2nd gear around the seriously steep and twisty mountain road up to the snow at 700m.
It cruised happily at about 75kmh... developing speed shudder past 80.Great car..started first time every time and a light touch joy to drive.
Paul, thanks SO much for what you do for us Model A’ers! I have learned a lot from you!
[As a 1952 model boomer I deleted my F/B account because I quickly learned that when people can’t see or speak with you face to face somehow that gives them permission to spiel any random thought whether or not it is hurtful.]
Re: 1931 Vicky
1) It is my understanding that Model A engines don’t have enough oil pressure for a filter to properly work. Obviously, you know something I do not. I’m one of those guys who still change the oil @ 500 miles and I use Valvoline Racing oil because of the zinc. Yes, bringing up “oil” in a club meeting is akin to yelling “SQUIRREL” at a dog show! I’ve even heard from the group that buy Shell diesel oil >> and that I don’t quite get.
2) Gas mileage: I could only WISH that I would get your poorest mpg as my high!!! The “new” carburetor I purchased from ‘that supplier in the Rockies’ dropped in mpg and I now only get @ 13mpg. Engine ‘ sounds’ great and drives great so what gives?
3) Any chance you’d give a “real email address” to make it easier to type an email on something other than a cellphone? (Yah, I know that would be problematic! Sigh😣)
Bill
13 MPG?!!! Yikes. Something is amiss. Either that or you have one heck of a hopped up motor and you have your foot in it a lot.
My email is on the "about" page on my channel and in some of my videos. However, as the videos get more and more views, I am becoming swamped with emails. I'm getting an average of 50 emails a day from people asking how to do this or that or how to troubleshoot their Model A's. It's reaching the point where I don't have time to answer them all now. Also, some people added me to their joke distribution lists, thinking they were doing me a favor. I'm becoming overwhelmed.
Thank you for all the information, the humor, and for being Paul.
Thank YOU!
This is a great video . Well done . Thank you . I have no idea why I watched the whole thing but I laughed and enjoyed it and learned too. I bought a model A manual recently for no apparent reason. If I ever have one of these a cross country drive would definitely be in order. Extend my gratitude to your wife as well .
Thank you, Mark!
Never heard of this guy Doug, only Paul Shinn. I appreciate this piece of Q&A as I could never figure out why my 30’ roadster was choking when running it at top speed. I guess it is being starved of lubricating oil?? It gets jerky when the pedal is to the floor in 3rd. I haven’t installed an OD yet. Thanks Paul!!
Russell - SFV, CA Chapter Pres.
Sounds like it's running too lean.
Thanks for all the answers. I just recently stumbled across your channel. I've had a fondness for older technologies since I was a kid. I have a few phones from the '30s through '50s that do work, and a couple of tube type radios and a TV that don't work. I love older black and white TV shows and moves, and would happily watch them on my tube type TV, which I think is from the '40s, if it worked. I doubt I'll ever be able to afford a Model A, but I'll be looking forward to your buyer's guide. So far, the oldest vehicles I've owned were from the '70s. You mentioned sorted Model A's a few times. Do you sort them alphabetically, or chronologically? :-) Sorry, I couldn't resist.
I swear some people have just nothing else to do but be miserable. I absolutely love the colors that Ford used on it's model A's. I think the Hessian blue color is outstanding!! and I love the pale yellow with your green model A. In fact it was something that delighted me when I found out that these colors were the original. I think we all have it in our minds that life was in black and white 100 years ago, because of the old film we see of these cars. I am so happy I found your channel!! I am ready to buy a model A. I was initially looking at a model T, perhaps I might have to get both.lol 😊
I’m a closet Model A fan and I think you have the right balance of information and semi thick skin to present this interest. You are appreciated. Keep up the good work. And put you wife on more too!.
Thank you! Yes, I have very thick skin. No worries, my friend.
Thanks for the video, Paul. I enjoyed it very much and it made me think about all the questions I am asked in my 1929 Model A Roadster. Number 1 is, "Do you know that your right tail light is burned out?", and I always smile and thank them. If we are going to be stopped for a while, I will explain that there isn't one. Keep up the informative videos. I think you are helping people get interested in these fun old cars.
love your humor keep up the great videos. working my way through them all TY
Thanks, will do!
Great info on adjusting the timing correctly! I was wondering about the starting procedure as well. I think it may have been Jay Leno that got everyone worked up on the way to hold the crank.
The web forums seem to spread a lot of misinformation.
If this makes you feel any better, I have NO idea who Doug DeMuro is! Never heard the name before your video. I recently bought a 1929 Model A truck from an older gentleman at church and I am determined to learn how to work on it/maintain it. He directed me to your channel and I'll be relying on my father in law to help me learn as well. I'm pleased to report that your videos have helped me learn so much already. My 4 year old son comes along and it's turned into a mommy/son adventure. I look forward to watching the rest of your videos!
PS: haters gonna hate, but I love the color of your wheels!!
Thank you Angela! And congratulations too! Looking forward to seeing your Model A on the road
I like your answers to the trolls that don't like the Model A. If they don't like it, they can go to one of the other million channels on YT. They're probably unhappy in their lives for something that has nothing to do with you.
Love your channel. Keep doing more! Thank you!
Thanks Scotty! Some people are terminally negative.
I surely don't understand any of the complaints, but especially the #1 comment. You don't look, talk, walk or sound like DD. I watch him. I like him. Apples and oranges. I just discovered you. I think you are amazing and thank you for the great information and fun videos.
Thank you so much!! People LOVE to hate on others. Funny thing is, I make lots of public appearances, and nobody ever says that stuff to my face. Weird, right? Hahaa!! Thank you, brother. If the haters knew that their hate is what motivates me to keep doing this, they'd probably stop, and then what??
The comment about holding the crank 'properly'... I saw that video and remembered my uncle saying a Model A Ford crank broke my grandmother's wrist one winter during WWII... I asked her about it, her answer was simply... 'I didn't set the advance right.... and the crank was frozen in a the catch'.
Sounds about right. Thank you!
I liked that you installed LED headlights. It's also important to be seen by others. Have you done any videos on additional brake lights or rear lighting in general? Have you installed any modern technology or componentry other than lights, fluids, tires and safety glass?
No, they are all stock except for that. Haven't done a video on the LED tail lights because they are pretty well known and in use already by so many people.
enjoy your vids Paul. I recently bought a 28' runs like a top mechanically. I am going to restore it soon!! Lots of great ideas and info. Thanks for doing what you do!
Hi Paul. I think your videos are fantastic. Between the winter blues and covid, you are a true delight and welcome sight to see!!! I am not an envious person, but I love your lifestyle. Huge garage with beautiful Model A's. Your expertise is a marvel and wondrous thing to view and learn. I have always loved antique cars. Some of your comments from other people just don't understand the joys and love people have for the early automotive history. One thing you didn't mention, the sound of a model A. All the car shows I have been to through the years, I love the sound of an A starting and running. You are an extremely lucky person. We are on opposite ends of the country. I would be most fortunate to know you and have you as a friend. All the best and thanks for everything you do.....
Wayne from Pennsylvania..
Thank you Wayne! Consider yourself a friend. I agree on the sound of the Model A also.
About those rumble seats. I remember when I was in school (first grade?) my Grandpa came and picked me and my brother up in his model A coupe. He wouldn't let us sit in the rumble seat, so we put our bags back there. So, all three of us were in the bench seat, with me on the outside. He wouldn't let me lean up on the door because the latch didn't work right. But, I remember it was fun.
He probably knew how dangerous they are. Sounds like you got some good memories for sure
I don't know who Doug is, but this is the first video of yours I've seen. I've belonged to a Model A Ford club since 1993 and love riding around in these cars in town or on a tour. I'm not the mechanic for our cars, but your video was engaging enough for me to watch all the way through. Plus, I learned a few things. Good job! (subscribed)
Thank you!
Great informative videos, bought a Model A in Scotland 3 weeks ago, its a sportster with a 5 speed gearbox conversion and a Weber twin choke carb. It has Riley on the valve cover, is this part of a George Riley modification? Still a side vale flat head so obviosly not an overhead valve conversion.
I have no idea
Thanks. I got 1 second of fame for one of my comments. I love your videos, keep up the great work. I'm having so much fun with my '30 pick up that I'm on the hunt for a 2 or 4 door sedan. Model A's are like potato chips, you just can't have 1.
Great job! You're famous now!! Ha ha.
Paul, Excellent video!!!!
True Ford Model A class.
Keep making videos, congratulations.
In time: I followed your advice and bought the Les Andrews book.
I changed the collector and exhaust gaskets, with correct tightening of the screws, according to your video.
Big hug,
Enzo /Florianópolis / Brazil
Great work, Enzo! Very proud of you, my friend.
Thanks Paul for the interesting video. A friend had a Model A coupe in high school.
Very cool!
You handle the haters better than I would. Love your attitude.
Hahhaaa! Thank you! The haters actually motivate me to do more. If they knew their hate is what makes me do more and more, they would probably stop. What fun would that be?
It might’ve been worth it to mention that the brakes work a whole lot better with cast iron drums vs the original stamped drums. Like you said, if everything is adjusted properly the original drums work fine. But in my experience, brake fade can happen after you have to slam on the brakes a few times when someone pulls out in front of you. Upgrading to cast iron drums is definitely something to consider if you’re gonna to make it a daily driver or drive it in heavy traffic. Just a suggestion. Keep up the good work though! Getting people more interested in these old cars one video at a time
I agree. Did you miss the part where I mentioned that my Model A's have cast iron drums and bonded shoes?
I spoke with a neighbour who had a model A pick-up which he had purchased new and he said he had it all apart in the late 1950s and at that time he installed an hydraulic brake kit.He drove the truck to work every day (worked as a machinist ).So I guess if one wanted to there is the hydraulic option. Cheers from Westcoast Canada!
I love that you daily these cars... screw the haters.... thanks for sharing the info.
Thanks, Delas!
I love those Hessian blue wheels! When I saw them in the thumbnail, honestly that was part of why I clicked- they were a really nice standout option/feature you don't see on a ton of these. Maybe the fact that the color looks like it belongs on a 50s Cadillac throws some people for a loop into not thinking they're stock. So many people think of these cars as either the mistaken "They only come in black" stock machines from black-and-white film reels, or as full-blown hotrods and don't have much practical experience with stock Model A's in color, so to speak.
Also, Paul, you might have to start claiming you're the most hipster car channel. Antique radios, Model A's and a pager? W O W!! That's dedication! In all seriousness, I guess the difference is that you actually know how all this stuff operates and aren't just posing with it. Whatever works for you works! I've gotta say that I love the vintage radio collection, I'd love to see more on that too in the future. Any possibility to naybe talk about car radios for the Model A? I know they didn't come stock and your cars don't seem to have them, but there's plenty of aftermarket stuff available today, and I'd imagine there were some units available in the past as well. Could be an interesting topic that blends historic and more modern aspects of Model A ownership!
As always, thanks for the video and keep up the great work.
Ha ha! Thank you! I might do something about an old radio in a Model A in the future. I've been giving that some serious thought. Thanks!
Well Paul, I have really (again) enjoyed, in this case the fantastic way you where throwing back the ball to those Hmmmmm questions and comments.
You can rest assure, that I am learning a lot from your videos, and one has to be very grateful to have a person like you that produce these video’s.
I am here in the Caribean with my 1930 model A, and you are so many miles away, teaching us all your experiences and beautiful video’s.
Paul thanks, these comments all you serviced, with great respect, I admire your patience 🧐.
Regards Myron Jacobs
Thank you, Myron! You are appreciated, my friend.
A few years ago I watched a video about Ford's Rouge car plant back east. The reason Henry decided on black only as a color after 1908 was that the black paint dried faster.
On the assembly line he didn't want body parts that were still a little wet as he found out.
I mentioned that in this video- th-cam.com/video/ZY2mjRjEX3M/w-d-xo.html
I drove a 1934 Packard Standard 8 from 1969 to 2007 when my home was destroyed by fire with a lighting strike. I never restored it but it only broke down once when the distributer rotor broke in half. I had crazy glue with me and after a few minutes I was on my way. This happened in Washington DC. I put over 50,000 miles on it and many were long trips. I had a couple of flats, but I had 2 spares in the side mounts! It was like a model A on steroids and would cruse all day at 80mph!