And Paul cries with gusto, "Yo soy El Jefe!" Oops! Wrong lingo from El Gringo! You guys are great together! ....say 'roll entro'...I had to pick myself up off of the floor!! Saturday morningz with Paul & Tina. I always have a laugh and a big smile! Thanks again.
I always love troubleshooting videos. Very rarely are we just swapping out Parts because we feel like it. It's usually because something has failed. If I had seen oil pouring out of the muffler on my engine, I would have instantly freaked out and been ready to sell the darn thing. Glad it worked out for you. I'm also glad that I learned something again from this video as far as that short starter bolt. I'll definitely keep that reminder in my back pocket next time somebody is on the forum and says I just put a new starter in and I can't get the engine to crank over!
Wow, it looks like I am the first to comment, new for me. Great to hear the oil issue wasn't an engine failure. I believe you have your issue solve, Paul, congrats. The starter pointers was great to hear, I can always use a refresher on them, I don't do much with them nowadays. Great video, really enjoyed it, thanks for sharing, I would like to wish you and Tina a great weekend.
Hello Paul, this was a great video. I love it when you give us commentary as you work. And really helps us to understand the process of fixing and rebuilding things better. Thank you so much for your videos! You made my day with this video! Have a great weekend!
I'm a big fan of engine pains. Most were discarded eons ago, but they confine oil to the engine compartment and assist in cooling. I've been driving As since 1969 and love your videos.
I am caretaker of my employer's 1930 "A". I tried to start it and the starter just spun, would not engage. I discovered that the bolt that holds the starter drive to the shaft had come out. Thanks to you and the on-line community for the suggestions on how to fish the pieces out of the bell housing without tearing everything apart. I am ashamed to say when I reassembled it I did violate your no locktite rule. Curious to know what brand wax / polish you and Tina prefer? My favorite used to be Astroshield, but they don't make it any more.
I have had that happen a few times. Important to retrieve the fallen bolt so it doesn't get picked up by the ring gear and crunched into the starter drive. I learned this the hard way 45 years ago.
One of the best penetrants I have used is Kroil. It’s expensive but good. As one person mentioned 50/50 mix of acetone and automatic transmission fluid works too but beware it WILL damage any paint it touches
Troubleshooting made simple. In aviation compression checks are done with a leak down tool. You can borrow part of the proceedure to check various cylinder system components simultaneously. When I want to troubleshoot cylinders I regulate air psi to 50 psi and use a homemade sparkplug adapter. Remove sparkplug from cylinder to be tested. Remove rest of plug wires to preclude accidental starting). Turn crank to bring cylinder to tdc. Screw pressure adapter into sparkplug hole. Apply pressure slowly to sparkplug hole (note if cylinder is very close to tdc crank won’t rotate but some method to restrict crank rotation is desirable and be aware of the possibility so nobody gets injured if engine crank rotates 1/2 turn. 1. Excess air coming through carburetor = leaky intake valve 2. Excess air from exhaust = leaky exhaust valve 3. Excess air from the crankcase breather = leaking rings. 4. Bubbling from radiator = leaking head gasket. Allows you to isolate problems to individual cylinders and eliminates or identifies specific problems very well. If you add a leak down orfice and a second pressure guage to the test rig you can monitor wear over a period of time of each cylinder but I usually have a pretty good idea from performance so I just use the troubleshooting technique when needed.
You and Tina are a dynamic couple. Both of you have a terrific sense of humor and can still make each other laugh and that is heartwarming. Enjoy your channel immensely. I am an American living in south Vietnam but will be returning to the US in two weeks and need a car and have been seriously considering buying a model A. Thanks for the entertainment, your knowledge, and expertise.☮️
I've had good luck using a 50/50 mixture of acetone and automatic transmission fluid on seized bolts. After soaking them with this mixture for a few days, I can usually get them to turn.
That turned out ok 👍 perhaps when you do the top you could / would you explain why Ford didn’t make a sealed metal top? I’ve replaced one and thought it could have been done more simply
I have really enjoyed re-watching these videos! While i looks involved and many steps, its comforting to know its al doable, and really isn't that complicated. Just time consuming. If you dont depend on this for dailey driving, it can be fun..... lol. Thank you so much for sharing! I've learned a few things.
I used spacers to line up the bendix with the starting gear, to Henry's specs. Betsy pops right over and runs. Now I'm dealing with super fine rust making it to the carb.
Hi Paul, Been waiting for this one! Glad it turned out to be nothing to do with the new engine. Great vid! Big thank you to you and Model T for the information and the laughs! Loved it!
An example of simplicity, a linkage to engage a starter rather than having a starter relay and a sundry wiring. I surmise a modern car has multiple sensing circuits connected to a $300 plus circuit board not to mention the mandated idiot lights buzzers and bells.
Just imagine how many miles the mosquito fogger would have gone until clearing! Thanks for all the entertaining and enlightening videos. The short bolt...
Curious what is the most miles you have known one of these engines to have on it ? Are they good for over 100k miles ? Thanks Paul I enjoy all your vids.
Yaaaaay…! Another model a on the road..! ☺️ and those leaky tops. Fixed that by welding in a cut out ribbed roof from an old truck. However most will probably hate me for it. But hey that’s the things I do for a living
@@ModelA absolutely you and I both..! I hope you and your wonderful wife. Mrs. T. “Tina” are doing great..! Been off the TH-cam for awhile busy time of year now that the weather is nice In western Pennsylvania and Everyone wants there care restored all of the sudden. 🤦🏻♂️lol. Have a great time in Texas you 2..!
Great video as always Paul. Its both Educational & fun. I think Paul & Mrs T. Have done a good job teaching us about old Fords but even more as Vintage Ford ambassadors. than any other sources. Thanks for both.
I hope that car has a great future ahead.Thats another beauty you've got for yourself.So jealous of your floor! Wish I could dedicate my garage to just our 28,,,,,but I don't see any chance of that.Great video AGAIN keep us informed on her progress.Thx D.J.
You guys are outstanding, very well organized, easy to understand the procedure to follow on each repair to the point that anyone mechanically inclined can go to do the repair real easy, while fixing the starter you call it persuasion, we call it technical taps, blessings to you guys, from the endless summer paradise Puerto Rico Jesus Torres.
Happy to see you cleaned your workbench, more room than the last time you used it. I can't judge, mine is worse. Thanks for the videos, I share them with the Cuesta Crankers.
Great tricks for keeping your Model A runnin'. Gandolf the great is lookin better all the time. When you replace the top will you/ should you replace all the old wood? I've seen the wood kits, they look fantastic. With little fiss it goes togethet pretty well. Lookin' forwatd to seeing every segment. Hey...... Model "T"! Your work on Gandolf shows, it's becoming a very pretty vehicle.
Last bolt I had that didn't budge, I used a 5ft pipe on a breaker bar and slowly applied pressure until it broke loose. If you snap the head off, you can just drill and tap a new hole 🙂
Great video as always! I think that you just had to blow out that oil residue that caked up in there. I would suggest getting a new muffler like you said, because the one that is on it currently has probably gotten penetrated by oil.
My husband uses aero kroil on all frozen bolts and nuts, he has used this penetrate for 38 years. Maybe you should get a can and try it. You can find it on Amazon
I got one of the head lights and it is great. I'm like the three guys in Canada. I now want a Model A after watching yours and Astra Werke channels. I am looking for a Railway Express Agency truck for my Model A
Paul, great videos. On that frozen bolt in your starter, if you weld a nut to the top of it, oftentimes it will come out with an impact. Looked like the bolt was already ruined anyway.
Glad to see Gandalf moving forward. For some stupid reason TH-cam didn't notify me of this video last week...Bad TH-cam!! Seriously, I'm glad it wasn't more serious than a bad starter. Keep working on Gandalf.
I knew it, I knew it!! I knew it Paul that you’ll figure it out!! You da man!! Love your tech/informational videos🤙🏼 Aloha, Malama Pono to you and Tina!! 🙏🏼
Neat old coupe. Sounds great with no muffler. I know your busy but could you do a video about the steering boxes? 2 tooth vs 7 tooth, adjustments etc. Maybe you have and I missed it. Lot's of mis- information out there on them. Would be great to have your dad in it.
@@ModelA The truth is, I always have to say it really clearly for people who are trying to write it down. Now I don't really know how to say it normally any more. But I will do a video on how to say it - just for you :)
@@StefanMarjoram Ha ha! Thanks! You could work it into a normal video at the beginning or end by saying "Hello. Stefan Marjoram here with another tip on how to draw..." Nobody would know except us.
Have you worked on any 32 model B? I would be surprised if you hadn't. But my Grandfather got a B in the late 40's and couldn't keep up with traffic. So my Dad put a 46ish Flat head 8 in it, and I'm now the maintenance guy for this Transplant!! It's been a good learning curve!! Hopefully you are doing better health wise!! All the best from Surrey BC Canada
Excellent video as usual Paul!! Very interested in the top replacement when you do it. My coupe needs the same procedure along with replacing some of the wood at the back of the cab. Do you know yet If Gandolf will need repairs to that extent? Thanks again for what you do my friend.
You need to take it down the road and get some exhaust pressure going to clear out the oil for the very last bit of it. I may have missed it from an earlier video but what are the plans for Gandolph? You going to keep it or is it "promised" to someone lucky?
Great job, the car looks great the way it sits gives it some character. Don't throw that Uncle Sam poster away. Have a safe trip when you go to Texas, they don't know how to drive out here.
Paul, I love your videos and I always follow you, I ask you a question, I have a 1929 roadster with the original carburetor, but every once in a while when it heats up in the summer, it starts to fail, I wet the carburetor and it runs normally again, there is something that Can I do to prevent it from overheating? Thank you very much, greetings from Argentina
Удачи, Пол! Этот Форд проще, чем современный автомобиль, напичканный электроникой. Поэтому всё получится. Good luck, Paul! This Ford is simpler than a modern car stuffed with electronics. Therefore, everything will work out.
Around 2:10, you mention that one of the three starter bolts is shorter than the others. Actually, all three should be 3/8-16 x 1" with thick heads. My guess is someone who worked on that car in the past used the wrong, shorter bolt.
Good point. The starter bolt sets sold by the Model A parts suppliers have two longer and one slightly shorter bolt in them. So that's why I brought it up. I wante to address the bolt into the flywheel problem somehow so did it that way.
@@ModelA I don't know where you got your bolts, but Bert's, Snyder's, Sacramento Vintage, and Bratton's all show the three bolts are the same length, 1". Interestingly, I could not find the bolts listed in the Parts Price List, December 1932.
You said not to use a gasket, which absolutely makes sense in regard to the electrical connection. Did Ford use a gasket in first place? Why are retro gaskets sold?
Does more of the raddley puttering sound of a Model A come from the exhaust or the sound of engine? I'm wondering if a comparison of a quiet car motor versus a loud lawn mower engine
Good question. Sort of a combination. The flathead motor sound adds to the low compression sound adds to the long stroke sound adds to the tapered muffler sound adds to the open carb sound adds....
Another great video Paul, I look forward to each and every one. I'm curious about the starter bolt lengths. The starter flange thickness is the same at all 3 points, so why would there need to be long an short bolts? When I installed a freshly rebuilt starter a few months ago, all 3 bolts where the same length. There is no interference with the flywheel. Thanks!
In this video you turned the fuel off and let the carb burn dry. Why? Can you make a video in situations when you should do this and why it helps? I drive my car once every two weeks, should I do this?
If I'm done with the car for a while, I run the gas out of the carb because it reduces gas odor in the shop and so the garbage gas doesn't mess up the inside of the carb any worse.
De Paul Shane like your videos and I stay up late at night watching them and a Gandolf the green coat I was wondering how far you are on that and are you going to sell it and what kind of rice is it gonna be my name is Mark Townson I’ve had interest since my dad had 1929 pick ups sedan and roadster and other cars thank you for yourThank you for your videos and I hope you’re well and your wife is well too take care Mark Townsend
Hey! Does anyone know how to install Windwing replacement pads? Our big question is: do pads stick on glass or bracket? Paul, I know you're super busy but maybe another fan can respond. Thanks!!
@@ModelA Wow! I'm all excited that you responded!!😁Thanks so much. These darn things look simple but are very complicated. Could you recommend a book or website to show best way to install them? This car looked fabulous at furstbut upon closer inspection everything leaks and there are so many things that need attention, Dang it😏
@@julieray2061 Well, we all feel your pain. Most of us decide to just use them and enjoy them with their faults and slowly make improvements as we go along. You will know if you're doing it right when you make memories at about the same rate as improvements.
I have a 1928 model, and it won't start when it is warm. Do you have suggestions for me. It starts when the vehicle is cold but not when it all warmed up.
I brought it up to the other members about them having the thermostat and the return line that restricts the water flow they say the water stays in the radiator longer and it cools it faster
@@roywebb8356 People with plugged or otherwise compromised radiators do that and think it is miracle cure. If it works, it means your radiator needs to be repaired or replaced. Henry did not put thermostats in on purpose.
I agree. 😊 That darn spoon. His 2 brothers, knife, and fork are in cahoots with him.
Yes!!!
Your first road trip in Gandalf the Green will truly finish the cleaning/drying process of your exhaust! Looking forward to the future with this car.
Fingers crossed!
Nice work Paul. You are busy and we still get a video on Saturday Morning.
Yes, but I have nothing in the hopper now/
And Paul cries with gusto, "Yo soy El Jefe!" Oops! Wrong lingo from El Gringo! You guys are great together! ....say 'roll entro'...I had to pick myself up off of the floor!! Saturday morningz with Paul & Tina. I always have a laugh and a big smile! Thanks again.
Gracias amigo!!!
Thanks Paul and Model T , it always brightons my day to see you all and a Model A
Our pleasure!l Mike
I always love troubleshooting videos. Very rarely are we just swapping out Parts because we feel like it. It's usually because something has failed. If I had seen oil pouring out of the muffler on my engine, I would have instantly freaked out and been ready to sell the darn thing. Glad it worked out for you. I'm also glad that I learned something again from this video as far as that short starter bolt. I'll definitely keep that reminder in my back pocket next time somebody is on the forum and says I just put a new starter in and I can't get the engine to crank over!
All three bolts are the SAME SIZE - 1" long. Check the Ford Parts List if you doubt it. I did.
Wow, it looks like I am the first to comment, new for me. Great to hear the oil issue wasn't an engine failure. I believe you have your issue solve, Paul, congrats. The starter pointers was great to hear, I can always use a refresher on them, I don't do much with them nowadays. Great video, really enjoyed it, thanks for sharing, I would like to wish you and Tina a great weekend.
Thanks Dan!
Good thing you decided to check everything. Imagine how much of a bummer it would have been to replace the engine and still have the same problem.
Yep!
Hello Paul, this was a great video. I love it when you give us commentary as you work. And really helps us to understand the process of fixing and rebuilding things better. Thank you so much for your videos! You made my day with this video! Have a great weekend!
Thanks QSG!! I just have to remember to verbalize everything and not keep it to myself
@@ModelA Yes, thank you. ;)
I'm a big fan of engine pains. Most were discarded eons ago, but they confine oil to the engine compartment and assist in cooling. I've been driving As since 1969 and love your videos.
You're right. I have a stack of them that just got powder coated. Need to start putting them on the cars.
Your perspicacity and assiduousness in resolving this matter is most impressive!
Thanks!
I am caretaker of my employer's 1930 "A". I tried to start it and the starter just spun, would not engage. I discovered that the bolt that holds the starter drive to the shaft had come out. Thanks to you and the on-line community for the suggestions on how to fish the pieces out of the bell housing without tearing everything apart. I am ashamed to say when I reassembled it I did violate your no locktite rule.
Curious to know what brand wax / polish you and Tina prefer? My favorite used to be Astroshield, but they don't make it any more.
Tina is using Meguire products. Several of my older videos talk about finishes and what I use.
I have had that happen a few times. Important to retrieve the fallen bolt so it doesn't get picked up by the ring gear and crunched into the starter drive. I learned this the hard way 45 years ago.
One of the best penetrants I have used is Kroil. It’s expensive but good. As one person mentioned 50/50 mix of acetone and automatic transmission fluid works too but beware it WILL damage any paint it touches
Yep. Bandsaw is better
13:40 😃😃😃Loved that moment.
Troubleshooting made simple.
In aviation compression checks are done with a leak down tool. You can borrow part of the proceedure to check various cylinder system components simultaneously.
When I want to troubleshoot cylinders I regulate air psi to 50 psi and use a homemade sparkplug adapter.
Remove sparkplug from cylinder to be tested. Remove rest of plug wires to preclude accidental starting). Turn crank to bring cylinder to tdc. Screw pressure adapter into sparkplug hole. Apply pressure slowly to sparkplug hole (note if cylinder is very close to tdc crank won’t rotate but some method to restrict crank rotation is desirable and be aware of the possibility so nobody gets injured if engine crank rotates 1/2 turn.
1. Excess air coming through carburetor = leaky intake valve
2. Excess air from exhaust = leaky exhaust valve
3. Excess air from the crankcase breather = leaking rings.
4. Bubbling from radiator = leaking head gasket.
Allows you to isolate problems to individual cylinders and eliminates or identifies specific problems very well.
If you add a leak down orfice and a second pressure guage to the test rig you can monitor wear over a period of time of each cylinder but I usually have a pretty good idea from performance so I just use the troubleshooting technique when needed.
You and Tina are a dynamic couple. Both of you have a terrific sense of humor and can still make each other laugh and that is heartwarming. Enjoy your channel immensely. I am an American living in south Vietnam but will be returning to the US in two weeks and need a car and have been seriously considering buying a model A. Thanks for the entertainment, your knowledge, and expertise.☮️
Thank you Russell! I hope you do get to buy a Model A!
Nice episode, Paul. Complete confirmation the engine is good. The starter tutorial was interesting. Nice to see Model-T too!
Glad you enjoyed it DM!
I've had good luck using a 50/50 mixture of acetone and automatic transmission fluid on seized bolts. After soaking them with this mixture for a few days, I can usually get them to turn.
Great tip!
Excellent video and problem solving skills! Gandalf just keeps getting better.
This car is going to turn out a winner in your hands! Thank you!
I think so too!
What fantastic result, and a relief eh ? Sounds beautiful now. Great, informative vid, as usual thanks
That turned out ok 👍 perhaps when you do the top you could / would you explain why Ford didn’t make a sealed metal top? I’ve replaced one and thought it could have been done more simply
Last I heard, it was because of the insulation for winter and makes it cooler in summer. But still no confirmation of that.
I have really enjoyed re-watching these videos! While i looks involved and many steps, its comforting to know its al doable, and really isn't that complicated. Just time consuming. If you dont depend on this for dailey driving, it can be fun..... lol. Thank you so much for sharing! I've learned a few things.
Thanks Ken!
I used spacers to line up the bendix with the starting gear, to Henry's specs. Betsy pops right over and runs. Now I'm dealing with super fine rust making it to the carb.
Hi Paul, Been waiting for this one! Glad it turned out to be nothing to do with the new engine. Great vid! Big thank you to you and Model T for the information and the laughs! Loved it!
Thanks again Jim!
An example of simplicity, a linkage to engage a starter rather than having a starter relay and a sundry wiring. I surmise a modern car has multiple sensing circuits connected to a $300 plus circuit board not to mention the mandated idiot lights buzzers and bells.
Just imagine how many miles the mosquito fogger would have gone until clearing! Thanks for all the entertaining and enlightening videos. The short bolt...
Good question! Probably far enough to get pulled over by a cop and impounded as a "gross polluter".
Back in the bad old days there was an add-on kit that you could fit to lawnmowers that would inject DDT into the exhaust pipe.
Ir we only knew then what we know now...
Curious what is the most miles you have known one of these engines to have on it ? Are they good for over 100k miles ? Thanks Paul I enjoy all your vids.
I know one with close to 100K on it.
Since you mentioned it, now and last time. We purchased 2 if those head lamps, they are great, THANKS.
Glad you like them!
Yaaaaay…! Another model a on the road..! ☺️ and those leaky tops. Fixed that by welding in a cut out ribbed roof from an old truck. However most will probably hate me for it. But hey that’s the things I do for a living
I have seen it done, and I like it!
@@ModelA absolutely you and I both..! I hope you and your wonderful wife. Mrs. T. “Tina” are doing great..! Been off the TH-cam for awhile busy time of year now that the weather is nice In western Pennsylvania and Everyone wants there care restored all of the sudden. 🤦🏻♂️lol. Have a great time in Texas you 2..!
Great video as always Paul. Its both Educational & fun. I think Paul & Mrs T. Have done a good job teaching us about old Fords but even more as Vintage Ford ambassadors. than any other sources. Thanks for both.
Glad you enjoyed it Michael! Thank you for the kind words
I hope that car has a great future ahead.Thats another beauty you've got for yourself.So jealous of your floor! Wish I could dedicate my garage to just our 28,,,,,but I don't see any chance of that.Great video AGAIN keep us informed on her progress.Thx D.J.
Grayt episode! The suspense was palpable! Glad it was not a problem with rebuilt engine and looking forward to more updates on Gandalf.
Thanks Robin
You guys are outstanding, very well organized, easy to understand the procedure to follow on each repair to the point that anyone mechanically inclined can go to do the repair real easy, while fixing the starter you call it persuasion, we call it technical taps, blessings to you guys, from the endless summer paradise Puerto Rico Jesus Torres.
"Technical Taps"!! nice
@@ModelA most kind of you, blessings to you and your love ones, from the endless summer paradise Puerto Rico Jesus Torres. You guys are great
Happy to see you cleaned your workbench, more room than the last time you used it. I can't judge, mine is worse. Thanks for the videos, I share them with the Cuesta Crankers.
There is way too much stuff in the works to fully clear it
@@ModelA Roger That!
Use your longest bolt on top 2 get the other two bolts lined up. It also helps to hold the starter in place.
Another great video Paul. Glad to see the engine is good and the oil in the muffler cleared.
Told you! And, you probably noticed I honored your wishes. It was running so long, I had to cut the whole carb swap part anyway.
@@ModelA you were right. I did notice and thank you.
Great tricks for keeping your Model A runnin'. Gandolf the great is lookin better all the time. When you replace the top will you/ should you replace all the old wood? I've seen the wood kits, they look fantastic. With little fiss it goes togethet pretty well. Lookin' forwatd to seeing every segment. Hey...... Model "T"! Your work on Gandolf shows, it's becoming a very pretty vehicle.
Last bolt I had that didn't budge, I used a 5ft pipe on a breaker bar and slowly applied pressure until it broke loose. If you snap the head off, you can just drill and tap a new hole 🙂
Yep
Sounded like a 1940s farmall H with the muffler off lol. Love it!
Or a small airplane... or powerboat.
Paul, i was thinking.....try to weld a bolt on the stuck bolt and you will probably get it loose.
My friend Dave wants to try that. I'm gonna let him!
Hi Paul, great news on the engine. Looking forward to the next process on Gandalf. Have a great weekend.
Thanks VMG!
Great video as always! I think that you just had to blow out that oil residue that caked up in there. I would suggest getting a new muffler like you said, because the one that is on it currently has probably gotten penetrated by oil.
Hey, at least it won't rust! Haha!! Yea, ultimately, if we keep this, it will get a new muffler
Really like your hands on videos . 😊
Excellent tutorial again Paul😎👍🏼
I miss the ‘simple’ workings of the older motors…… even quirky!😂
My husband uses aero kroil on all frozen bolts and nuts, he has used this penetrate for 38 years. Maybe you should get a can and try it. You can find it on Amazon
I have some. Should have tried that before I stripped the heck out of that bolt. Drat.
I got one of the head lights and it is great. I'm like the three guys in Canada. I now want a Model A after watching yours and Astra Werke channels. I am looking for a Railway Express Agency truck for my Model A
Nice!
Paul, great videos. On that frozen bolt in your starter, if you weld a nut to the top of it, oftentimes it will come out with an impact. Looked like the bolt was already ruined anyway.
Thanks for the info! Yea, it's ruined already.
I’ve done that trick successfully. I think the concentrated heat of the welder helps break it loose.
Another awesome video I'm very glad to see you healthy paul
Glad to see Gandalf moving forward. For some stupid reason TH-cam didn't notify me of this video last week...Bad TH-cam!!
Seriously, I'm glad it wasn't more serious than a bad starter. Keep working on Gandalf.
Will do!
I knew it, I knew it!!
I knew it Paul that you’ll figure it out!!
You da man!!
Love your tech/informational videos🤙🏼
Aloha, Malama Pono to you and Tina!! 🙏🏼
Aloha!
Good going, no more mosquitoes 🦟 killing with that muffler. You’ll have to buy the mosquito spray in a can like everyone else does.
Dangit
Neat old coupe. Sounds great with no muffler. I know your busy but could you do a video about the steering boxes? 2 tooth vs 7 tooth, adjustments etc. Maybe you have and I missed it. Lot's of mis- information out there on them. Would be great to have your dad in it.
There never seems to be auto generated closed captions on your videos. Is there something you need to apply when you edit the videos ?
I have no idea. I'm still learning this TH-cam stuff. Do you know how to do it?
@@ModelA Sorry, I don't.
I use maniseal on manifolds as it can take the heat better
Lesson learned... if it smokes, just let it run for 30 minutes. 😉 Thanks very much for the video. ✅
Hahahahaa! Yes!
Alright! Glad the motor is not the issue. Also great through the engine bay intro shot 😎
Sometimes, a plan just works out
love your videos. cant wait to get my own Cabriolette mode A
Excellent choice. Go for it!
I’m going to have to pick up a new bench battery cover/starter holder. 😀 Great ideal.
Once in a while, the stuff I find routine is new to someone else. That's what sharing ideas is all about, man!
3:02 - Absolutely hilarious! You two are a hoot.
We're two hooters! Wait...
This was fantastic
Delighted to see it wasn’t anything serious!
Me too. It still bugs me knowing I didn't pronounce your name properly.
@@ModelA The truth is, I always have to say it really clearly for people who are trying to write it down. Now I don't really know how to say it normally any more. But I will do a video on how to say it - just for you :)
@@StefanMarjoram Ha ha! Thanks! You could work it into a normal video at the beginning or end by saying "Hello. Stefan Marjoram here with another tip on how to draw..." Nobody would know except us.
Paul, after seeing this episode of the oil problem, I think I know why there was so much oil in the muffler. RUST PREVENTION ( I think). haha
oil keeps the Pack Rats from building a nest in there.
Haha!
Hi Paul & Tina! Congrats!!!! Gandalf (Gandolf? Gandolph?) THE GREEN ..... LIVES! Celebrate! Thanks for the video. :)
Have you worked on any 32 model B? I would be surprised if you hadn't. But my Grandfather got a B in the late 40's and couldn't keep up with traffic. So my Dad put a 46ish Flat head 8 in it, and I'm now the maintenance guy for this Transplant!! It's been a good learning curve!!
Hopefully you are doing better health wise!!
All the best from Surrey BC Canada
I have. But not with a V8 in it
Hey I am interested in buying the car that you are having trouble with
Excellent video as usual Paul!! Very interested in the top replacement when you do it. My coupe needs the same procedure along with replacing some of the wood at the back of the cab. Do you know yet If Gandolf will need repairs to that extent? Thanks again for what you do my friend.
Don't know yet: This is as far as I have gotten
You need to take it down the road and get some exhaust pressure going to clear out the oil for the very last bit of it. I may have missed it from an earlier video but what are the plans for Gandolph? You going to keep it or is it "promised" to someone lucky?
Nothing in concrete
So why was the compression so low? Was the engine turning too slow?
1950 dad and I could have a 32roadsr conv pick up v8 running at scrap yard dad said it smoked not worth 35$ they cut it up for iron 😢
Great job, the car looks great the way it sits gives it some character. Don't throw that Uncle Sam poster away. Have a safe trip when you go to Texas, they don't know how to drive out here.
Thanks Mark
Paul, I love your videos and I always follow you, I ask you a question, I have a 1929 roadster with the original carburetor, but every once in a while when it heats up in the summer, it starts to fail, I wet the carburetor and it runs normally again, there is something that Can I do to prevent it from overheating? Thank you very much, greetings from Argentina
Удачи, Пол! Этот Форд проще, чем современный автомобиль, напичканный электроникой. Поэтому всё получится.
Good luck, Paul! This Ford is simpler than a modern car stuffed with electronics. Therefore, everything will work out.
Another successful repair!
Around 2:10, you mention that one of the three starter bolts is shorter than the others. Actually, all three should be 3/8-16 x 1" with thick heads. My guess is someone who worked on that car in the past used the wrong, shorter bolt.
Good point. The starter bolt sets sold by the Model A parts suppliers have two longer and one slightly shorter bolt in them. So that's why I brought it up. I wante to address the bolt into the flywheel problem somehow so did it that way.
@@ModelA I don't know where you got your bolts, but Bert's, Snyder's, Sacramento Vintage, and Bratton's all show the three bolts are the same length, 1". Interestingly, I could not find the bolts listed in the Parts Price List, December 1932.
@@mafcawebmaster4237 Hmm. A mystery!! I have several old kits with Sac Vintage labels on them. 1 bolt shorter than the other two.
@@ModelA Looks like they finally figured it out. And you chose the short one for the starter hole closest to the flywheel, which is the right choice!
Paul I think it requires a new muffler for this car. Thanks for this video it appears to me to be a good model A coup.
Thanks Robert
You said not to use a gasket, which absolutely makes sense in regard to the electrical connection. Did Ford use a gasket in first place? Why are retro gaskets sold?
I don't know, and I don't know.
Paul, you made a thorough analysis of all Gandalf’s clues and uncovered the solution to the problem. Sherlock Holmes would be proud of you!
Thanks Jay!
do you guys use fender covers?
@@Modeltshinn ok!
Watch some of my other videos. As Model T said, these fenders would damage my fender protectors.
Does more of the raddley puttering sound of a Model A come from the exhaust or the sound of engine? I'm wondering if a comparison of a quiet car motor versus a loud lawn mower engine
Good question. Sort of a combination. The flathead motor sound adds to the low compression sound adds to the long stroke sound adds to the tapered muffler sound adds to the open carb sound adds....
Another great video Paul, I look forward to each and every one. I'm curious about the starter bolt lengths. The starter flange thickness is the same at all 3 points, so why would there need to be long an short bolts? When I installed a freshly rebuilt starter a few months ago, all 3 bolts where the same length. There is no interference with the flywheel. Thanks!
Then all 3 of your bolts were the correct length. The kits I have from Sac Vintge include 2 bolts that are long enough to press against the flywheel.
@@ModelA Thanks Paul. Looking forward to seeing Gandolf on the road!
Really like your videos. Thank you.
Thanks for watching!
Do you rebuild the starters yourself, or is there a shop that does it? Glad to see that all that old oil finally burned off the muffler.
My dad and me both rebuild them. However, the Model A parts suppliers also provide a rebuild service. I don't know who they have do them
Another great video! So glad the engine is ok! Now, how did all that oil end in the muffler? 🤔Have a great day, cheers from Italy! 😊
The previous owner pouring oil into the old motor trying to free it up
@@ModelA Oh,jeez.. 🤦♂️ Have a great day!
In this video you turned the fuel off and let the carb burn dry. Why?
Can you make a video in situations when you should do this and why it helps? I drive my car once every two weeks, should I do this?
If I'm done with the car for a while, I run the gas out of the carb because it reduces gas odor in the shop and so the garbage gas doesn't mess up the inside of the carb any worse.
Get a butane torch, heat the bolt and it should come off. If that don't get it done, Big hammer.
How did the replacing of the starter stop the oil smoke?
Watch again. It helped by getting the motor started to troubleshoot
Is there a gasket between the starter and the starter switch?
Early cars, yes. Later cars, no.
Why put the battery cover down on the towel before placing the starter down?
To hold the starter
De Paul Shane like your videos and I stay up late at night watching them and a Gandolf the green coat I was wondering how far you are on that and are you going to sell it and what kind of rice is it gonna be my name is Mark Townson I’ve had interest since my dad had 1929 pick ups sedan and roadster and other cars thank you for yourThank you for your videos and I hope you’re well and your wife is well too take care Mark Townsend
Hi Mark. Gandalf if moving along slowly. It might be done by the end of the year. There is already someone for whom the car is spoken.
In my eyes for 92 years old that car is perfect
We hope to make it perfecter
Hey! Does anyone know how to install Windwing replacement pads? Our big question is: do pads stick on glass or bracket? Paul, I know you're super busy but maybe another fan can respond. Thanks!!
I glue the pads into the metal brackets then just a dab of silicone when installing the glass. But I do a lot of stuff wrong sometimes.
@@ModelA Wow! I'm all excited that you responded!!😁Thanks so much. These darn things look simple but are very complicated. Could you recommend a book or website to show best way to install them? This car looked fabulous at furstbut upon closer inspection everything leaks and there are so many things that need attention, Dang it😏
@@julieray2061 Well, we all feel your pain. Most of us decide to just use them and enjoy them with their faults and slowly make improvements as we go along. You will know if you're doing it right when you make memories at about the same rate as improvements.
I have a 1928 model, and it won't start when it is warm. Do you have suggestions for me. It starts when the vehicle is cold but not when it all warmed up.
It could be any number of things. Is there a club near you? Need to get some eyeballs on it
Every video I see of this car makes me want it more
Come take it for a spin when it's safe to drive
What engine rpm do you get if you floor the gas pedal in neutral gear?
No idea
That is a nice multimeter you have,
Just a Simpson. Lots of them around!
Nice job Paul, it would have been easy to condemn the engine based on what we saw. Long live Gandalf!
Thanks Duncan!
Great endings !!!
Heat up bolt (if you didnt cut off already)on starter
Tried that. had to cut it.
Is it a good thing to put a thermostat in the return line on a Model A
No
I brought it up to the other members about them having the thermostat and the return line that restricts the water flow they say the water stays in the radiator longer and it cools it faster
I'm sorry that's on the intake not the return line thank you for your reply
I'm getting myself confused it's the top water hose it's where the thermostats at
@@roywebb8356 People with plugged or otherwise compromised radiators do that and think it is miracle cure. If it works, it means your radiator needs to be repaired or replaced. Henry did not put thermostats in on purpose.