Attempting to get this 1930 Model A sedan to run and drive again.

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  • We go on a day trip to help a friend of mine work on his 1930 Model A sedan and see if we can get it to run and drive as we don't know the last time it's ever been run. Band find, Will it run and drive again?
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  • @dayslife
    @dayslife ปีที่แล้ว +67

    90 years old , runs and drives, that's a golden time capsule Brent , thanks for sharing ... i doubt that one day in the next century , someone will see that with todays cars ...

  • @EdOfTheNorth
    @EdOfTheNorth ปีที่แล้ว +75

    What a beauty! She brings back so many memories. Back in the late 60's you could pick up what today we call a barn find for $5.00 and a lot of us used to spend our days doing exactly what you guys did in this video just to have some fun and cheap transportation. Back then at .50 cents per hour that was a day's pay to play. Thanks for taking us along guys. A very enjoyable video.

  • @CSmith-oz4wp
    @CSmith-oz4wp ปีที่แล้ว +46

    This is what friends do, help out your buddy when he calls. You’re a good friend Brent.

  • @sl5303
    @sl5303 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    Bent you give me chills and at the same time tears today. I see my father working on the same car again what a great experience and I have never seen two guys smile so much Thank you for sharing with us

  • @williampolfus6975
    @williampolfus6975 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    In 1970 I passed my driver's license test in my dad's 1930 model A coupe, I think the testing guy was just enjoying riding around in the car, and didn't have me do much other than drive around the driving course. I guess he thought if I could start and drive the car I should have no problem with a modern car.

    • @dispatch444
      @dispatch444 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      A definite way to make sure you kept under the speed limit lol.

  • @Telephony954
    @Telephony954 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    What a sweet ride. Who among us wouldn't have enjoyed that ride. Be well.

  • @terryeustice5399
    @terryeustice5399 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Pretty easy fix. Fire and the fuel. Got it going. And a maiden voyage. Great video Brent. 💯

  • @terrencebuller7676
    @terrencebuller7676 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    Hello Brent, what a nice A. Really great condition and running as well. Awesome find. 👌 Would like to see it again when your buddy has it restored. Take care 👍

  • @tedhewitt4299
    @tedhewitt4299 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Normally you need to open the gas valve a turn to start. That is the choke rod. Good job fellas. Nice to see another one running again.

  • @theodoreharper4565
    @theodoreharper4565 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thank you guys so much for the memories of familes and friends. My dad and I laughed and enjoyed the simply things. Thats how we became mechanics and engineers today. Plus knew how to use logics to solve problems.

  • @tedhewitt4299
    @tedhewitt4299 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    It is a 1930. It has short aprons spot welded to the front fenders , a heart shape instrument panel & a 30 grill shell.

    • @kiwijeff3964
      @kiwijeff3964 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      31's also had a dimple for the fuel filter on the firewall, this 30 don't.

    • @royvanzant5811
      @royvanzant5811 ปีที่แล้ว

      Early 31's did not have dimple in firewall!

  • @astravanmk2
    @astravanmk2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Awesome! It’s amazing how low those early motors idle down. Nice to see it going down the road.

  • @crowetrucking
    @crowetrucking ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This one brought a big smile to my face.

  • @craigbowley6783
    @craigbowley6783 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    What a beautiful car. You don't find em like that very often. Most of the time they've been chopped and hot rodded. It's cool to see an all original one like that.

  • @StewsChannel
    @StewsChannel ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Love the old A's and T's, such a cool piece of automotive history!

  • @flyingmachinecustomparts8227
    @flyingmachinecustomparts8227 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Cool beans...every one doesn't have a talent for engines like u Brent. And great to have pals like u sir. Good job

  • @tombeltz2087
    @tombeltz2087 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    U can really tell that u luv that car u were smiling from ear to ear

  • @Crullie
    @Crullie ปีที่แล้ว +7

    So good to see a model A back on the road. 👍

  • @craigsowers8456
    @craigsowers8456 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The genuine joy on your face mon ami ... so worth it. Nice break vid !!!

  • @garylamb4777
    @garylamb4777 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Awesome friend

  • @garyhughes9199
    @garyhughes9199 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That was fun. Mine was in a barn for 60 years, think I'll give her a kick.

  • @retiredbutnotdead9929
    @retiredbutnotdead9929 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    And she runs and drives, maybe not like it was new, but the old gal lives still. A great video with a happy ending😏

  • @haroldgetchelljr.4031
    @haroldgetchelljr.4031 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That Ford is real nice shape….no rust nice video

  • @scottmelanson3444
    @scottmelanson3444 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Nice car. Always great getting it going

  • @ghouliesgarage3922
    @ghouliesgarage3922 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Well that was certainly a fun Sunday treat Thanks Brent. Those things just go

  • @markbrown6236
    @markbrown6236 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Great video, love the original survivor cars.

  • @gerryharris2240
    @gerryharris2240 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    That’s one sweet ride Good job Brent .Keep up the good work

  • @frankmcnab522
    @frankmcnab522 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    It’s really refreshing to know you are not only a great artisan but a real person who responds to his fan base thanks and keep on rocking dude

  • @stanleymartin1613
    @stanleymartin1613 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Pretty neat old rig. That was cool to see. Thanks for sharing. Enjoyed watching ✌️ 😎

  • @ipaddlemyowncanoe.7441
    @ipaddlemyowncanoe.7441 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    That was a sweet old ride. It's amazing is that old and it's still runs. Good job. He did a great job on it. 👍👍🇨🇦🙂

  • @robertbennett9243
    @robertbennett9243 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That's a cool car. glad you got it running and driving.

  • @ricknethery2441
    @ricknethery2441 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love that Model A!

  • @flattankjourney6962
    @flattankjourney6962 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Cool car! Great to see a couple of mates working on a car and then driving it. Snow and all!

  • @HolyDiverBronco
    @HolyDiverBronco ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nice work boys.

  • @robbieautrey3158
    @robbieautrey3158 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow how cool was that, awful nice of you to go and help that guy get that Model A started Brent. Sure looked awesome going down the road, nice drone shots..

  • @derekpirie9188
    @derekpirie9188 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have a 1928 Phaeton, that has been in our Family since 1959 and my Brother has a 1930 Tudor, same as this one.
    Good to see that the Model A's are being found and put back onto the road.
    Greetings from Durban, South Africa.

  • @papaxs3
    @papaxs3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I just love seeing those old cars back on the road again. I would so love to have one, they're just always way too far out of my price range.

    • @julien23lastchristmas2
      @julien23lastchristmas2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Maby you can find one of your budget non stop search, america is to big

  • @jerryking2418
    @jerryking2418 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great job. Nice piece of American history.

  • @jesscourt9068
    @jesscourt9068 ปีที่แล้ว

    Smiles per miles nothing better. It is what friends do. Great video.

  • @carldean7347
    @carldean7347 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video, I love seeing these old girls driving down the road.

  • @rogerlalonde703
    @rogerlalonde703 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Now that is what a real gangster car looks like 👍

  • @re9947
    @re9947 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Really clean I like it.

  • @CSmith-oz4wp
    @CSmith-oz4wp ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Took my favorite, with the dump bed 👍

  • @BrettRSutherland
    @BrettRSutherland ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You might be missing that the mixture is controlled by turning the choke rod .....

  • @noelmcgarry456
    @noelmcgarry456 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Great pleasure in hearing an old engine in its original condition come back to life.

  • @bombardier3qtrlbpsi
    @bombardier3qtrlbpsi ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Drone shot👍

  • @kalinagoedge2777
    @kalinagoedge2777 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Excellent teamwork!

  • @brianhughes4206
    @brianhughes4206 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    that is truly awesome. love seeing those old cars run agian

  • @stnkyp8
    @stnkyp8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Oh the stories that car could tell….🤔
    Great job.!!!

  • @randybourdon2791
    @randybourdon2791 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Great condition considering the age of the vehicle. Way to go!

  • @milsonfialho2725
    @milsonfialho2725 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The best part of this video is on 25:07 when the engine fires up and the smile of the driver and the thumbs up of the mecanic showing up. Congratulations on a job well done

  • @bombardier3qtrlbpsi
    @bombardier3qtrlbpsi ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great job thanks for sharing the start up.👍

  • @thedr4549
    @thedr4549 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    WOW Brent, that was incredible! And the last 5 minutes was more like a wonderful music video!
    Just Beautiful! THANK YOU!

  • @johnblake3863
    @johnblake3863 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was a lot of fun!! Thanks.

  • @MrGixxer1300r
    @MrGixxer1300r ปีที่แล้ว +3

    For such a old car it looks pretty complete, and fuctional. The motor sounded real good. NIce find. Thanks for sharing this with us Brent.

  • @maxdragon91
    @maxdragon91 ปีที่แล้ว

    It's fun getting an old 'banger' fired up and driving.

  • @davidsolloway9349
    @davidsolloway9349 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Two shows today ! All good.

  • @rodparker4514
    @rodparker4514 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That thing is running smoother than owl sh-t there now !

  • @josephacerra5987
    @josephacerra5987 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for sharing I miss doing this stuff so much . Puts a Smile on my face I used a magnet on the gas tank it grabbed all the rust

  • @allanimalstaxi
    @allanimalstaxi ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video, very educational on everything you to know about trouble shooting starting a Model A or early Ford car or truck. I just never stop learning watching your videos. You made made your friend one happy guy and what a find he found, solid car. Great drone work also, take care my friend

  • @dougstaner1220
    @dougstaner1220 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Besides at the Henry Ford Museum, I have never seen such a complete car from that era.

  • @larrybailey43
    @larrybailey43 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow, that Musta been a thrill to motor down the road after 50 yrs !

  • @johnnyk4551
    @johnnyk4551 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome! You guys cruising in that beauty made me really smile. Cool video!

  • @davidfleishman2275
    @davidfleishman2275 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great Old Time Revival Brent.Like your vast experince on the old stuff.Lost art there.

  • @johnb5519
    @johnb5519 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    That was a lot of fun to watch. Can you imagine back when they came out, there probably weren't any around them parts of the country, and most everyone around there would have still been using horses.

    • @danesderelicts
      @danesderelicts 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      😮it's not a model T! There were lots of car manufacturers in 1930!

    • @johnb5519
      @johnb5519 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Who said it was a model T? The title says model A.@@danesderelicts

    • @danesderelicts
      @danesderelicts 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@johnb5519 I was referring to your comment. When the model T first came out it was a pretty rare sight. By the time the model A came around cars were alot more popular. Horses and buggy days were done.

    • @johnb5519
      @johnb5519 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I guess so, but out in the country, and even in the cities, they still used horses for deliveries.@@danesderelicts

  • @kingtut5923
    @kingtut5923 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It's amazing something 70 years old can still make a man smile

  • @chrismarr2663
    @chrismarr2663 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Beautiful. Don’t change a thing! Just drive her as she is!

  • @galenwalker165
    @galenwalker165 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice job bringing her back to life. I love the model a I have 3 off them.

  • @launceherron
    @launceherron ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Awesome content 👏

  • @jimmydeeson9037
    @jimmydeeson9037 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    don't forget the lead additive when using unleaded gas. Awesome barn find and great to see it running and driving. Thanks Brent for the video!

    • @timnewman1172
      @timnewman1172 ปีที่แล้ว

      The A was from before lead was used regularly in gasoline, I'd ads a couple oz's of Marvel Mystery Oil to a full tank & run with it...

  • @geoffreymills9932
    @geoffreymills9932 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    What a sweet little ride but he's got to learn to turn off the key when it's not running or he better keep a good supply of points, nice work on getting him going Brent

  • @johnmcgreevy742
    @johnmcgreevy742 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Gotta love it! Nice little change of pace, great video, and thank you! As always, all the best and God bless! Can't wait to see what's around the corner.

  • @robinbryde3038
    @robinbryde3038 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    One sweet A back on the road,great job,guys👍

  • @frasermacdougall7610
    @frasermacdougall7610 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Nice Model A. Looks great going down the road, only thing missing is the pin-stripe suits and Felt hats and maybe a machine gun or two. :)

  • @raymondcoggins297
    @raymondcoggins297 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome car great video

  • @jesterr7133
    @jesterr7133 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It is amazing how well those older vehicles were made. I met a guy a few years ago that had a daily driver Model A that was nearly 100% original. It had been in his family since it was new, and had never had a single part replaced on it. It blew my mind. It still had the factory plugs and wires. It was the most original of that age that I have ever seen, and this guy drove it regularly. I didn't believe him when he originally told me that, so he invited me to inspect it. He made a believer out of me.

  • @billyhord4508
    @billyhord4508 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    What a great time capsule. Henry's A was a work of art for its day. You and Pablo need an original A to cruise around in.

    • @ronaldbrown5745
      @ronaldbrown5745 ปีที่แล้ว

      Henry fought the A. Son drag him into it.

  • @billywird
    @billywird ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Well I have to put my two cents worth in. As complete as that car is and as good of shape it is in. If it were mine I believe I would keep it stock and just put a paint job on it and any interior work needed and drive it as a historical piece of history. Not necessarily a full frame off restoration but a mechanical restoration as needed, and get everything working. I would paint the car in a color combination that would have been representative of the time. It's a cool car, fifty three years ago a fellow one class behind me in high school had one and he drove it back and🥸 forth to school and it would spin the tires

  • @GaryBoyd02
    @GaryBoyd02 ปีที่แล้ว

    That was cool. Nice video Brent!

  • @TheCrackerBox
    @TheCrackerBox ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Would love to see more progress on this car. Thanks for another, Brother. !!

  • @Bolero5757
    @Bolero5757 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice to see old car runing again, good work, regards from Sweden

  • @gerryhartung736
    @gerryhartung736 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The hole in pass floorboard is for the manifold heater that bolts on to exhaust. Basically a rectangle cast-iron tube the wind would blow thru when moving. Closing gate inside firewall. On our friends we put a tin shingle with bent over edges that would slip over flange front of heater for summer, shutting down any heat entering interior. This vid brought back memories of my 31 I traded for in 1962.

  • @Qmountainkid
    @Qmountainkid ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nothin like working on the old stuff, it was so simple! That drone footage was awesome, well done! 👍🏼👍🏼

  • @Rosskenpo1
    @Rosskenpo1 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Model A's are a ton of fun! I have a 1928 ccpu that I've been working on and driving for the past couple of years. A lot of the rattling can be sorted out, steering 2 tooth box rebuilt, and they become a real blast to drive!

  • @robertevans6481
    @robertevans6481 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Cool cars and friends helping out friends,one of the reasons i subscribed to your channel,way to go Brent

  • @richardmiller5238
    @richardmiller5238 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Sweet car and runs great! 👌👌

  • @stucook8622
    @stucook8622 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The truck looks wicked going down the road. It must have been tough getting by Pablo to go to your buddies place..lol...the 30 looks cool..good luck with combustion 🐾🍺

  • @motorTranz
    @motorTranz ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Absolutely enjoyable to watch! Thank you for sharing this!

  • @rscruiser3533
    @rscruiser3533 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    The Sedan looked pretty good --- could not see any bad rust anywhere --- Did he have a 12V. battery in there? Sure turned over very fast for a 6V. --- Your countryside always looks so good. ---- Thank you for the trip ---- Rodney

    • @HalfassKustoms
      @HalfassKustoms  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah he converted it over to 12 volt

    • @edwardesty4951
      @edwardesty4951 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's sad to see them changed to 12v when just dropping in an 8 volt battery gives the same result without changing anything else .

  • @philiplevett7695
    @philiplevett7695 ปีที่แล้ว

    OCD Guy here! Brent is one lucky man, having the chance to work with you. I'd be so nervous, I'd be dropping stuff!

  • @albertdehn8381
    @albertdehn8381 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great job thanks for sharing 👍😀

  • @stevedaniels699
    @stevedaniels699 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome!! Please... just do the bare essentials mechanically. Enjoy as is. A rare time capsule. Love it! Great job guys!!

  • @damianjackson9084
    @damianjackson9084 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a brilliant old car great video just a couple of friends wrenching and smiling awesome

  • @robertjean659
    @robertjean659 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Gotta love those old cars, so simple to work on. I just imported a 67 econoline pickup from the USA, so easy to work on. Great video Brent. 🇦🇺🇦🇺👍👍

  • @howardkoster4026
    @howardkoster4026 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yes, a time capsule!!! A simpler time in automotive history...
    I enjoyed the ride along!!!!
    Cool car!!!!!

  • @laserbeam002
    @laserbeam002 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love to see these old vehicles preserved/rescued. There obviously are only a certain number left so please take good care of it. Thank you for posting.

  • @Slingshotgixxer
    @Slingshotgixxer ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a gorgeous car, the footage at the the end ,cruising down the country lanes , epic

  • @jamesfairbairn1588
    @jamesfairbairn1588 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a great car. They sure don’t make them like they used to. They best part is you didn’t need any fancy fandangled equipment. Another great video thanks for sharing.

  • @jimbojptx
    @jimbojptx ปีที่แล้ว

    I had a 1930 4 door Chevrolet sedan that I restored and got to enjoy and about 6 yrs ago I picked up a 1930 model A pickup truck and we restored it and had fun with it. good work guys

  • @donaldhalls2189
    @donaldhalls2189 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome old rig, even runs great, thanks for sharing, all the best to yous and your loved ones