Ford Model A Q&A #4 (Questions and Answers) With Model A Expert Bob Guimarin (and Paul Shinn)
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- We had so much fun doing the last Ford Model A Questions and Answers (Frequently Asked Questions) video, we did another! Ford Model A expert Bob Guimarin is back as we answer YOUR questions about the Ford Model A! Paul Shinn's TH-cam channel- www.youtube.com...
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0:00 intro
1:02 manifold heater
1:30 emergency brake spring
2:22 Tie rod linkage
2:53 gas tank maintenance
3:15 shifting gears
4:06 for sale
5:04 tools
6:00 rebuilding two tooth steering
7:03 turn signals
8:14 rusted fuel tank
9:18 bottle jack
9:47 Mail truck changes
10:30 favorite colors
11:43 transmission oil
12:28 door latch problem
13:07 towing
14:25 engine pans
16:14 stalling carburetor
17:21 Oil plug stuck
18:49 rear end gasket problem
20:15 fiber timing gear
22:23 rebuild/tune carburetor
Carburetor video
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24:25 transmission talk
26:37 what DON’T you like?
28:03 nuts on cylinder head?
28:32 lock washers
29:09 warranty
31:55 pickup
33:25 AA Pickup
34:11 adjust steering on the bench
35:07 100th birthday
35:42 replacing tops
37:55 cabriolet value
Buyers guide video -
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39:09 cleaning a fuel tank
39:56 bias vs radial tires
40:52 which fuel?
41:25 nickel maintenance
42:36 fixing wheels
43:39 battery shut off
44:47 fuse
45:13 generator vs alternator
46:10 thank you!
@@Jonathan-yr3soThanks Jonathan! ;)
So excited to wake up this morning and find a new video from you, Paul! Keep up the good work. Really appreciate the quality content. Thanks to your dad too for sharing his years of experience and wisdom.
Awesome, thank you Brian!
“I don’t care what you call me, just call me for lunch”!😂😂😂
He always says that
Been waiting for this the whole week, some quality Model A content.
Sorry to disappoint!
So much great info here. It's fun watching you and Bob together.
Glad you enjoyed it! He's a hoot.
Sharing Bob's wisdom and knowledge is priceless......thanks for enhancing the wonderful world of the Model A , another great job
Thank you kindly
Great Videos!! Like Carson & McMahon!! Could you do a video like the Grand Carmac routine? Bob could read an answer, and Paul could telepathically respond with what might have been the question. Anyway, it's great. Keep going, please, Thanks.
Thank you both for another great video. I look forward to your next video by looking every day. I am so pleased to be considered a friend of your channel.
You are certainly a friend. FYI- I use those hollow ground screwdrivers almost every day! Thank you!
These are by far my favorite Paul Schinn videos !!
Thanks Eugene
Paul, love your Q&A talks with Bob! I would like to see more of them with Bob and others that are expert at certain things. Thanks, Tom
Will do, Tom! Tha k you
Thanks Paul and Bob, you guys are great! When you were talking about stretching the roof fabric, it reminded me of my dad, back in the early 1960's, with raw knuckles (just behind the finger-nails) from stretching that fabric - out in the sun on an Indiana summer with mom doing the tacking as dad pulled. Fond memories...Thanks again!
That is awesome!
Thanks for answering my question (again). :) Im looking forward to seeing a crowd response to the mail truck. And Paul, I will keep my eyes open for that pickup!
Thanks Paw! I really don't have the money for one and don't want another project. But if the price was right...
I always enjoy hearing the tips and tricks from those that have done the job hundred's of times. Thanks
Bob for your insights! A couple additional comments: Curious to try the chain trick on the emergency brake spring. I have used a spring installation hook, slightly modified to bend/leverage around the radius rod. Still very difficult! Composite gears have been used by several manufactures, here and abroad, . The most cited reason is for noise, not as a fuse point. Was a bit surprised to not hear clutch replacement as the most difficult maintenance item. Torque tube setups make this a dreaded task. Thanks again and keep the wisdom coming!!
Keep up the great work your doing Paul. Very informative videos.
Looking forward to the next Q&A!
Thanks Terrance!
You guys are great! Thank you for sharing your knowledge about Model A's
Thanks Dennis
You two are awesome. Glad this knowledge is captured for all time on TH-cam. Thanks guys
Thank YOU!
Paul You dad is incredible, it's great that you're documenting through your channel some of the wealth of knowledge that he's accumulated on the Ford Model A. P.S. You're a chip off the old block you to make a great pair.
He is one of a kind!
Vice Grip Garage brought me here Paul and I just subbed to your great channel. Thank you 👍
Thanks for the sub!
Thank you for answering my question 😊👍🏁
Thank YOU
Awesome channel Paul! I have a 28 Tudor here in Michigan. Love watching your videos!
Thanks!
Well Paul, another good'un! I really enjoyed the content of this week's episode.
Thanks Jim!
You guys are awesome, these Q and A videos are so helpful and fun to watch.
Your dad is awesome
Thanks so much Wade!
Thanks guys, always enjoy the videos, Q & A very informative. Had my 29 tudor A for 35 yrs, finally retired and I'm excited about getting her road worthy.
Hurry up, Jack!!! And please share your 29 with everyone when you get a chance.
I love your videos and these tech talk sessions!!
What’s a ground in screw driver?
Hollow Ground screwdriver. I go over them in the 3rd or 4th "Operation Hooptie" video. They are nifty!
Another great video gentlemen! I'm learning alot.Thank you!
Our pleasure!
Loved this v
Thank you guys
Glad you enjoyed it Kevin!
Paul, The 25% spring compression came from the Les Andrews book.
Ah. Got it!
I love your videos! I’ve always been a Ford V8 man but you and a dear friend are converting me. I have two questions for you;
1) Are there standard & deluxe Model A pickups?
2) Are the pickup radiator shells black or chrome?
Yes, there is a "deluxe pickup" It is the model 66A. Although I have seen them with stainless radiator shells, I'm pretty sure they came with a painted radiator shell.
Love the Q&A's :)
Thanks Adrian.
Paul, I look forward to the live sessions when you get to 100 K subscribers. But I certainly hope, well before that, that you get a corporate sponsor (or two) for the channel.
Both Bob and yourself have been beyond reproach with regards to favoritism of the Model A part suppliers, and for me, in most aspects one is as good as the other. But the company that steps up and sponsors your channel will definitely get my business. I’d love to see a PS & BG endorsed product line (if you two can agree upon anything!).
Keep up the high quality content!
Thank you, Kamran!!!
Thanks a bunch great information yet again.
Glad it was helpful!
Is there a video that shows how to take the play out of your steering wheel. These videos are great Thanks!
Not yet. Soon!
Paul I have come to appreciate you and "Dad's" Q & A videos. I am using the "Red" Green and Bluebook by Les Andrews as my hands-on references. I do however have a question I'm hoping someone can help me with. He recommends keeping the length and angle the same on both break adjusting shafts. On page 1-37 of the red book the figure on the right side of the page shows a
BREAK ADJUSTING SHAFT FIXTURE.
So far I have not found where to purchase one or dimensions so I could make one. Do you think you could help a newbie with this. I doubt I'll live long enough completely remodel her
(Aline after my mom) but I do want her safe to drive, as I plan on her being my DD. Do you feel I could scale the size shown in the book?? Thanks so much . You guys are the best.
Ps I think it's pretty cool your wife will assist getting greasy😊
Worth the week wait, great information. Do you know where I might be able to find cotter pins that have one side completely flat on one side?
No, sorry. They bend easily, you could always bend your own.
Hey Paul, love the new video!!! I have a question that doesn't need to be answered in video (but it would be cool). Have you seen the Car SOS (Disney Plus) episode when the team "Restores" a Model A? It is my favorite episode!!! It is Season 7 Episode 4...
Never even heard of that show. I don't watch much TV anymore. Not since CBS cancelled The Dukes of Hazzard.
Great info. Had to laugh at putting a pan under the engine to catch the oil coming from between the engine and transmission. I "installed" one also. I call it the oil pan pan. Mine even has a period correct cork for easy emptying. My theory is adding oil is easy and fixing the engine is hard.
Hahaha!!
Paul,
Awesome and helpful videos!! Just subscribed last week. I'm new to the Model A scene. I've always wanted one and am starting my search for my first Model A. I'm leaning towards a sedan version. Any pointers as to which version and what I should look for mechanically / cosmetically before purchasing? Ideally I would like to be able to tour and go on long trips to see family and friends in it. I am a history teacher but not particularly mechanically inclined. Thanks in advance!
Thank you, and congrats!! You might be better off with a tudor sedan. Get in touch with your local club and go for a ride on a tour or two. Look for a car that has been driven a lot and that the club members know well. Steer clear of a car that has been sitting or a brand new unproven restoration. You want a sorted car if you are not mechanically inclined, you do not want a project car.
Bob and Paul, another fine job. You mentioned wheel truing? Where do you have your wheels trued and do you know of anyone around the South bay Area (South of LAX). Thanks
We take them to Stockton Wheel in Stockton. Don't know of any other places. Maybe someone here in the comments will know!
ANOTHER great video w Paul and Dad! Quick question,how do we follow the cars you have for sale Paul? I can’t think of another person on Earth that I’d rather buy a car from then one of you two! Is there a website that you have the car for sale listed on?
We will probably mention in a video. Otherwise, Tina will post on our Facebook or something.
The dime test of the lug nut holes is classic! Wish I'd have known about that years ago!
We always use that when we go to swap meets. I kept forgetting to mention it in a video, so glad he remembered!
hay paul been watching you for quite a while. love the info .I am working on a 30 2 door sedan. Saw you put led bulbs in your a . I bought some But they will not screw in. they go in but will not turn to lock in....seems like the bulb isn't long enough?
That's weird. Which ones did you get? Can you email me a picture? Or, send it to the ModelAtechquestions email?
I love the wheel color on your car; don’t listen to the haters...🤣😂
Hessian Blue wheels?
@@mafcawebmaster4237 I am not a Model A connoisseur like you guys but it’s a type of indigo blue; it looks amazing in Paul’s black car. Nice contrast.
@@vayabroder729 The official Model A color is Hessian Blue. Not seen much and only on wheels and stripe in 1930-31 as I remember. www.mafca.com
@@mafcawebmaster4237 I believe Paul’s car has all that, including the matching striping. I think it looks beautiful.
Yes!
Another great video Paul, thanks!! I didn’t get a chance to send a question for this video, but I do have a question for you or Bob. Working on new upholstery for my 31 Coupe and realized there were many “leather” straps used to attach the backrest seat to the wood frame (also some on the bench seat). Was this standard or a result of another restoration project? Just wanted advice on whether or not I should attach the springs with new straps or something else. Thanks and best of luck getting to 100k subscribers!!
Hi Ken. I'm not positive about the straps. I will ask an upholstery expert I know.
@@ModelA Thanks Paul, I really appreciate that!!
I may have been able to find my own answer in the warranty question (from Wheels.ca) "In 1925 Ford offered the typical warranty of the day: “90 days on material; 30 days on labor. No guarantee whatsoever on fan belts, glass, bulbs, wiring, transmission bands, hose connections, commutator shells, rollers, spark plugs or gaskets.”
The 90-day warranty would outlive Henry Ford and become the industry standard right through the 1950s. While the list of ineligible “wear items” became shorter, manufacturers saw the need for a mileage limit and set it at 4,000 miles"
I sure would like to have your maroon model A when you sell!
Keep an eye out. It's going to be for sale very soon.
Thanks so much for doing the Q &A's! They are definitely my favorite videos...of your videos. You gentleman certainly know your way around these cars. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.
Glad you like them Brian. Thank you!
Paul, what do you think 🤔 about the Evans Cooling System for Model A cars?
Never used it
Hi Paul, like your channel and the tips and tricks. I have a question for your dad. I have a '29 CCPU with the 4 banger. It has a rebuild Zenith 1 carb. The float sits level when upside down. However, it only stays running if i have the choke pulled all the way out and there's no power when you step on the gas pedal. If I put the choke in, it stalls out. What am I doing wrong? I tried swapping it out with a Tillotson carb and it does the same thing. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thank you. Randy Schurter
Sounds like a clog in the fuel system somewhere. Watch this video to see how to unclog it- th-cam.com/video/jHUn9H1DQG8/w-d-xo.html
New to Model A ownership. Bought a 1928 pickup and going thru some things. First off my headlights won't come on and the horn is intermittent. Where do I start to troubleshoot?
Down at the bottom of the steering column in the light switch.
Hello Paul. Love your videos. I recently acquired a 1930 Model A Tudor Sedan RHD inherited from my father who bought it in Uruguay. I’m gradually improving the condition starting with the mechanical, but the seat upholstry is in poor condition so I’m looking for slip-on seat covers to tide me over until I restore the upholstry in a few years. I haven’t found any on the parts supplier web sites. Can you please advise me where I can find and buy? Thanks, Michiel Vreedenburgh, Montreal, Canada
Nice purchase, Michiel! Unfortunately, nobody is making slip-on seat covers for a Tudor sedan, to my knowledge.
is there a special tool to tighten the hubs caps to the wheel and if so where can these be found.
You just use a hammer and punch and bend the tabs over from the back side. No special tools needed!
Rob Harris here I have a question concerning the canvas soft top. How do you clean the inside where it has stained.
The carpet and furniture steam cleaning guy.
Thank you so my understanding a good carpet and steam cleaning guy can get all the bad stains out. And there's nothing on the market that an owner can use?
I have tried products available at the auto parts store and from the hardware store. All I did was make it worse. Pay the steam cleaning guy and it's done.
I have a '30 CC PU that has a 'frankin' cab (made from many parts). I have a crack below the passenger side window pillar right next to the gas tank. Right at the top of the body roll or buldge. There are several issues with the top; wood squeeks, ckicken wire exposed, etc. If I go to fix any of these issues with the 'frankin cab' I am affraid I will be opening a pandora's box. Maybe easier to find a 'good' cab (not a frankin cab) and swap it out? Any suggestions? BTW just kidding about the pager and flip phone. :-)
If you source a better cab and swap it out, yes! Do that! Otherwise, get ready to brush up on your fabrication skills.
@@ModelA I'm in So Cal and have been looking for a better cab. Honestly not really beating the bushes hard to find one...yet.
Hemmings classic car September 2021 issue has an article on the Model A mail truck. Just thought you’d appreciate.
I don't subscribe to that. Thanks for the heads up! When you're done with your copy, may I buy it from you?
@@ModelA I’d gladly mail it just need an address 👍
@@kennethswain6313 Make sure your return address is on there so I can send you a little thank you!
PO box 175
Valley Springs, CA 95252
Me at minute 26:30, "hey, that's me!"
I was the first question,haha
Thanks!
@Johnny Rocket - Show off...
Hi Paul,what is the valve clearance intake and exhaust? Thank youuuuuuu🙏😂
Intake - 11 thou. Exhaust- 13 thou.
@@ModelA thank you Paul 🙏
When you say things such as, " the two prongs that stick out at the rear of the transmission and I just machine them off and then use a seal" That definitely needs a video. At least pointing to parts on a bench.
I will let him know!
Paul, my wife is a Rural route carrier for USPS, I’m trying to convince her to let me put her in a right hand drive ‘29 delivery (look-alike) vehicle. Is there a place I can see more of the truck behind you two?
Neat! We have done two videos on nothing but that mail truck.
thank you. I’ll search your channel. 🙂🙂
How to install turning lights using the ford lights
On a 1928 a36 I have a question on the assembly for the fuel tank to the body is there a seal or whelting ?
The fuel tank in your car fits under the cowl. In a 30 or 31, the top of the tank is the top of the cowl.
@@ModelA was thinking there was something that went between the tank to keep water out of foot well.
Oh, yes. The welting is available from the major Model A parts suppliers. It goes between the upper and lower firewall panels where they bolt together. The tank flange sandwiches in between.
I have a question about my speedometer in my early 30 tudor. Driving along, and it stopped working. Where should I start? At the transmission? Or behind the dash?
I would start with the cable. That is a common failure, especially if it hasn't been regularly lubricated.
@@ModelA And it has not been regularly lubricated. But I will definitely make a point to take care of that in the future. Thanks again!
@JEREMY DENTON Most likely just cable and maybe the clamshell. I doubt the drive gear got stripped. They are very substantial!
Paul Im new to the modal a ..just got a 29 ..my question is is it normal to have alot of engine vibration at higher rpm ?
Welcome!! Yes.
@@ModelA well had first major failure..whoever restored the car didn't pack the wheel bearings..broke the spindle wheel came off ..pictures on my Facebook profile Kenton's Kustom's..
Ugh, that sucks. Never packed the wheel bearings??! Who had that car before you? Bigfoot?
@@ModelA gateway
Do your cars have the manifold heaters?
No. We had one, but yanked it off of there.
Would it be a mistake to wire my signal lights to the coil side of the ignition switch so they would turn of when I turn the key off? There is a tiny indicator light built in that stays on if I wire them anywhere else.
I just take the little bulb out. Done! Do not wire to tour ignition switch! Trust me...
@@ModelA Thank You
Hey guys. Paul I know you have a Facebook with some questions you can also ask. Weirdly enough I don’t use Facebook lol. I within the last cpl months redid my 30 coupe. New head gasket, water pump, brand new rad and. I’m seeming to have yet again a bit of foam seemingly coolant in my oil. 🤦🏻♂️ it doesn’t run hot..! I’m thinking a possible timing issue maybe to far…. I do remember you saying to move the spark lever up round town and I think that my be my issue. Any thoughts. I know you’re busy and I always appreciate your feedback..! Thanks so much.
Hi Brad! Tina does the facebook. I don't even have the password to it. Getting coolant in your oil, you either have a head gasket problem (new one didn't seal) or a cracked head or cracked block. That's all it can be.
@@ModelA. Hey Paul. Well I figured she did. Not always a bad thing. Lol. Yeahhh was wondering about that 🤔 we checked it forgot to mention earlier it’s all straight and flat block and head The very rear cylinder has some blow by and thinking if anything he may be the culprit
@@bradyoung7115 Very likely
My 28 still has the original spare tire
Hi Paul, Just a little question,I’m trying to change the head top cilindre gasket on my A 1929 ,I take all the nuts out but it won’t come out is stick to the block very tight,do you have any recommendations to take it apart? Thanks a lot 🙏
Hi Tullio. That is very common. rotate the motor so the front and rear pistons are all the way down. Shove a bunch of nylon rope into the spark plug holes until the cylinder is full. Then, rotate the motor and the head will pop loose. Do not use a pry bar or screwdriver to pry the head from the block. That will cause great damage.
@@ModelA thank you so much Paul! Always helping! Is fantastic to have someone like you there! 🙏
I forgot to ask, what kind of string?😬
Nylon rope. Do not use rope that will leave dust or fibers in the motor.
@@ModelA ok, is it safe for the connecting rods? I’m afraid to bend them 😬 please tell me if I’m wrong 🙏
Did you know that some of the first 28 cars knocked when they idled till they read up Ford forgot to make a hole to the back cm shaft Bering
Haven't heard that
Taking the Mail. Truck to the post office might be concidered curb appeal as well.
HELP PAUL...my 1930 coupe has overheating problems..replaced water pump..same problem..replaced radiator..same problem...212 degrees...i"m at my wits end
Hi Ray. Sounds like you did the major stuff. Only possibilities left are timing or a head gasket leak or cracked block/head).
I have a leak in the shaft to the fan and water pump right by pump how can I stop it?
Have you tried asjusting the packing nut?
My dad had a Model A. He said the motto was: "You couldn't keep it from running."
Your dad was right
Had the new replacement parts don’t fit
What price range are your model As. That are for sale.
As they come up for sale, they will have an asking price.
@@ModelA ok. Are they sorted like yours.
@@ModelA Where will Athena be listed?
No
Johnny- Probably in video or maybe the mafca.com classifieds
My 2005 Ford Explorer a/c heat was only blowing cold air and paid a Friend to put in an actuator and when I tried it now ONLY blows heat. Can anyone tell me how to fix this? Tx! Bri
Sounds like your friend installed the actuator incorrectly. Try a different friend?
Where is the link to that screwdriver?
I wasn't fast enough. It's in the description now. Thanks!
@@ModelA Ok, Thanks!
Time is my answer
I just found this video. I put wheel bearings on by dropping a pipe onto them
Cool!
Where's Bob getting his washers by the pound?
At the farm supply in Escalon
@@ModelA Thanks Paul. I assume you mean Escalon Feed and Supply. I'll have to check them out next time I go that way.
Yep. That's the place.
How can I be reincarnated as a well-maintained Model A after my passing?
Ask God
I made a tool 10 inches long to reach the valve on the gas tank for turning on the gas from the drivers. Seat
My 30 FORDOR has a exter l spring leafin the front I as told for rough roads
I forgot one…..’What does boomer mean?
You must be a baby boomer.
Short for "Baby Boomer". The TH-cam generation throws around the word "Boomer" as a derogatory term. I embraced it as a compliment.
@@ModelA Thanks!
It is a tool that truckers used to tighten heir chains with
great video i don't owen a a motel i owen 1947 ford but i love the back ground music & the way you explian things i 'm a happy viewer keep up the good work ron maki
Is there anyone out there I can pick there brain on a 1931 model A
Yep. Model a tech questions@gmail.com (without the spaces)
Is Paul really your father
I love how you mentioned that the turn signals don't belong in the bumpers because nobody sees them. I've been saying it for years because Hyundai and Kia have been doing this for a few years now and I hope the fad design dies.
I wish people just paid attention!