Steve Get rid of the old pressed steel fan asap. They are prone to throwing a blade with serious consequences . Mine let go and took the top radiator out let and hose with it before causing damage to the bonnet(hood) . If the bonnet was open and you were working on a running engine it could kill you. The replacement is fully cast alloy incorporating the pulley all in one piece and readily available. Enjoy your Model A, they are indestructible . Cheers
The A is the perfect car for the guy who wants a first classic. they're not to expensive, parts are available, easy to work on, lots of clubs so local help is available. just great cars.
I wouldn't worry too much about the tires. The current quality of inner tubes is terrible. I wish I had left mine alone, especially when I'm changing out another defective tube. I enjoy your video and admire your workmanship.
FYI, the guys at Strong’s Garage channel have a lot of fun with these old Fords, in a rustic looking shop and a lot of NOS parts and Ford-designed tools. One of my other must-watch car channels.
Thanks again, Steve, for a clear and educational video. I think most of us would enjoy longer videos, but understand the 'filming' time and, more so, the lengthy editing time. You do a great job all round.
Hi Steve, I haven't tried it myself, but some guys have reversed the inlet and outlet on the radiator to loosen the crud in the engine cooling system and radiator. It makes sense, because the crud has been laid down in one direction and when the waterflow is reversed, it get dislodged. I don't know how long this must be done, but an hour or two should be enough.
Greetings from Australia! Another great video! My next-door neighbour had a restored '29 Model A two-door, which he often used to take me for drives in. Knowing your interest in British cars, he also restored a Riley Kestrel, a beautiful car. Must be time for some more MGA action! Cheers, John
Nice rebuild on the water pump Steve. I know the 'crud' is a result of years of build up and perhaps the car being left in storage but now you have cleaned and renewed everything it will now work fine.I like the colour of the components, a really good choice. Thanks Steve it will soon be time for a test drive on the road. 👍👍
Hi Steve that water pump doesn’t appear to have any water seal only a bronze bushing ,l would be interested to see that it doesn’t leak . I have not seen a Model A pump housing like that before! Keep up the good work on your Model A restoration. Greetings from Australia 🦘🦘🚕 Russell
Same as the original rope seal it uses the water pump grease to keep the water back. It is not a pressurized system so it doesn't take much to hold it in.
Great video, this is my next project for my Model A which sat for 20 years with water in the radiator... So much rust build up, and a leaking water pump to boot! I don't know if I'll fully disassemble my water pump, I think I'll start by getting one of those graphite split rings and packing the water pump with it while still attached, but at least I know what I'll have to do if it comes to the full disassembly.
Exceptional process & visualization. Definitely a simpler bit of engineering, & interesting history to the present, lol... Thanx for being the tour guide with all of these gems !
Coolant & brake systems always seem to need the most work. I once had a 54 Hudson Jetliner that needed everything re conditioned & the water pump & bearings were BEAT. Have you ever heard of Evens non corrosive waterless coolant? It boils at 375 degrees vs water @ 212 or regular coolant @ 235 & you don't ever have to replace it. Check out on Y.T. : "How Evans Waterless Coolant Works; The Limitations of Water, & Why Evans is Better for your Engine". Saw it on Jay Lenos Garage once & He uses it on all his Vehicles. He was Showing His Duesenberg & accidently polished through the engines aluminum water-jacket cover. Dissimilar metals galvanic corrosion mostly ate away the metal from the inside out & Him polishing the outside of it was the last straw. Its a good product/insurance...
I'm a great fan of silicon brake fluid. I had a car sat on blocks for sixteen years, and when it was recommissioned the master cylinder, wheel cylinders and calipers were all functioning perfectly. It's non-hygroscopic, so after 35 years it's as good as the day it was put in.
I'm in for this project. Looks like a lot of fun to work on and I'm sure it'd be entertaining to drive as well. Makes my 60's trucks look complicated, and that's saying something.
Have you ever used Evaporust? They make a version for removing rust from iron engine water jackets. I've been thinking about using it on my S3 Landy. What do you think?
Lovely old car Steve
Nick Australia
Steve
Get rid of the old pressed steel fan asap. They are prone to throwing a blade with serious consequences .
Mine let go and took the top radiator out let and hose with it before causing damage to the bonnet(hood) . If the bonnet was open and you were working on a running engine it could kill you. The replacement is fully cast alloy incorporating the pulley all in one piece and readily available. Enjoy your Model A, they are indestructible .
Cheers
Fan and water pump in one, pretty clever
Man I wish your videos were longer!
Top car on my bucket list. Now let's do a 1950's period hot rod out of it!
I'm still gob-smacked that you can buy genuine replacement parts for a near 100 year old car, amazing stuff, Steve!
Well done Steve and well done Ford. Amazing to see a 95 year old car that is soon for the streets again. The stories it could tell!!!!
The A is the perfect car for the guy who wants a first classic. they're not to expensive, parts are available, easy to work on, lots of clubs so local help is available. just great cars.
Agreed, model A is a good first classic. The other two that come to mind are the VW Beetle, and early Jeeps for similar reasons.
I wouldn't worry too much about the tires. The current quality of inner tubes is terrible. I wish I had left mine alone, especially when I'm changing out another defective tube. I enjoy your video and admire your workmanship.
Thanks for sharing the adventure!.
That was great mate keep em coming please
Keep going on the A! It’s nice that you can rebuild a water pump!
FYI, the guys at Strong’s Garage channel have a lot of fun with these old Fords, in a rustic looking shop and a lot of NOS parts and Ford-designed tools. One of my other must-watch car channels.
Yep, Matt and Jim's shop is in a 1930s time warp - amazing.
Thanks again, Steve, for a clear and educational video. I think most of us would enjoy longer videos, but understand the 'filming' time and, more so, the lengthy editing time. You do a great job all round.
Aw, too short a video :)
I sure would like to see more of this.
Thanks Steve!
As always a relaxing good video!
Hi Steve, I haven't tried it myself, but some guys have reversed the inlet and outlet on the radiator to loosen the crud in the engine cooling system and radiator. It makes sense, because the crud has been laid down in one direction and when the waterflow is reversed, it get dislodged. I don't know how long this must be done, but an hour or two should be enough.
Awsome job Steve.
Like the Model A video series! (or any on older cars) Cheers!
Greetings from Australia! Another great video! My next-door neighbour had a restored '29 Model A two-door, which he often used to take me for drives in. Knowing your interest in British cars, he also restored a Riley Kestrel, a beautiful car. Must be time for some more MGA action! Cheers, John
Another Australian "This Week With Cars" addict here!!!
Nice rebuild on the water pump Steve. I know the 'crud' is a result of years of build up and perhaps the car being left in storage but now you have cleaned and renewed everything it will now work fine.I like the colour of the components, a really good choice. Thanks Steve it will soon be time for a test drive on the road. 👍👍
Another very clear and enjoyable video. I love simple engineering.
Great stuff thanks I would love to see you work On the car
Hi Steve that water pump doesn’t appear to have any water seal only a bronze bushing ,l would be interested to see that it doesn’t leak . I have not seen a Model A pump housing like that before! Keep up the good work on your Model A restoration.
Greetings from Australia 🦘🦘🚕 Russell
Same as the original rope seal it uses the water pump grease to keep the water back. It is not a pressurized system so it doesn't take much to hold it in.
That there are still so many parts available for the A-Ford.
Great video, this is my next project for my Model A which sat for 20 years with water in the radiator... So much rust build up, and a leaking water pump to boot! I don't know if I'll fully disassemble my water pump, I think I'll start by getting one of those graphite split rings and packing the water pump with it while still attached, but at least I know what I'll have to do if it comes to the full disassembly.
A really neat car for sure. 95 years and still ticking.
Loved the video. I want to check out my cooling system on my 29.
Another clear and concise video Steve, I'm a fan from across the pond cheers mate ..
never tire of watching you work,your knowledge and skill are not only educational,but entertaing too...Looking forward to the next episode...
Wow! Ford parts too!!
Great job Steve ! You have all the tools for the JOB my Friend , your vids are very informative , keep up the great work !!!
Fantastic.
Great content Steve and it's amazing how you can still get most parts ......and Ford approved ! Thanks Steve
Thanks Steve. Love the old car videos. Keep it coming. Eric from South Africa
Exceptional process & visualization. Definitely a simpler bit of engineering, & interesting history to the present, lol... Thanx for being the tour guide with all of these gems !
Coolant & brake systems always seem to need the most work. I once had a 54 Hudson Jetliner that needed everything re conditioned & the water pump & bearings were BEAT. Have you ever heard of Evens non corrosive waterless coolant? It boils at 375 degrees vs water @ 212 or regular coolant @ 235 & you don't ever have to replace it. Check out on Y.T. : "How Evans Waterless Coolant Works; The Limitations of Water, & Why Evans is Better for your Engine". Saw it on Jay Lenos Garage once & He uses it on all his Vehicles. He was Showing His Duesenberg & accidently polished through the engines aluminum water-jacket cover. Dissimilar metals galvanic corrosion mostly ate away the metal from the inside out & Him polishing the outside of it was the last straw. Its a good product/insurance...
I'm a great fan of silicon brake fluid. I had a car sat on blocks for sixteen years, and when it was recommissioned the master cylinder, wheel cylinders and calipers were all functioning perfectly. It's non-hygroscopic, so after 35 years it's as good as the day it was put in.
I'm in for this project. Looks like a lot of fun to work on and I'm sure it'd be entertaining to drive as well. Makes my 60's trucks look complicated, and that's saying something.
Another great video Steve, keep them coming. 👍
Thank you for an enjoyable series. I always feel like something was accomplished like I would endeavor to do it . Keep up the Great work.
get some white vinegar in that cooling system and run the engine for 30 mins, should get rid of a lot of that rust and calcium build up
Have you ever used Evaporust? They make a version for removing rust from iron engine water jackets. I've been thinking about using it on my S3 Landy. What do you think?
What type of antifreeze do you use on a 1937 for humpback??? Also motor oil???
Yuck , Scotch Locks on the wiring 😊