Yes, we were tying up traffic all around Breckenridge, for about a week in June. This June we will be in Ruidoso New Mexico, doing similar tours. Be safe driving over the pass, can’t imagine that’s much fun in the winter 🥶 ❄️ Thank you for your comment, hope you enjoy the videos. Jim & Lindy
What a great trip, and great colors on those cars! Have you found ethanol fuel to be an issue, or are most of the cars using modern parts that are fine with it? Also, you mentioned having to add water. Do you have a leak? Where is the water going? Head gasket okay? Thanks for the terrific videos!
Model A's will run on just about any liquid that will vaporize and burn. Today's gasoline is like champagne to these old gals. The gas they had in the 20's and 30's was horrible compared to today's gas. Ethanol is no problem. I have to add water for two reasons, at the modern speeds we drive at (50 mph +) the water pump is turning faster than originally intended, which can over load the upper radiator tank, causing the water to go out the overflow tube. Some guys add reclaim tanks to their cars to help with this. Also if you've watched my video about the breakdown we had you'll see I had an alternator come loose and that wiggling/vibration has damaged the seal on my water pump, which has cause a slow drip leak. Just received a new water pump yesterday, so repair to follow. Thank you for your comment, hope you enjoy the video's.
@@modelajim1930 Thanks for the response! Sure are a lot of opinions on ethanol. I have a 1949 Willys jeep with the L134 flat head engine. We jeep up in the mountains at high elevations - 12,000 ft. more or less. Many will say that because of the ethanol in the fuel, the gas will 'boil" at a lower temp. and cause vapor lock. Also, a greater loss of power I suppose. Many of the guys also condemn ethanol for a myriad of problems they have with the old Carter carbs, fuel pumps, corrosion in fuel lines - all sorts of maladies. I've never had issues myself, but a lot of the guys say they do.
@@aboyandhisdog I try to use ethanol free late in the season (Fall) so it's not sitting in the tank all winter. Can draw in moisture and vent away, leaving the gas sticky.
Just subscribed, I’ve been watching your video drives and have enjoyed your journey. Who made the car cover for you and would you recommend them? I’m sorting through my 400A that will be driven and I would like to cover it when it’s out of the garage. That snow drive was incredible, hopefully no salt was used on the roads. I had to come back after watching the ending, on your walk through the parking lot I believe I saw 3 400A’s. That’s great to see them on the road, hopefully you might review them for us. Ken in Kentucky
Hello Ken, thank you for watching. The car cover was made by a company called, "California Car Cover" www.coveranything.com/car-covers You give them the year/make/model and they will custom make a cover to your exact car. Be sure and let them know if you have a trunk or spare tire on the back or side mounts etc. so they can make room for them. I purchased the one in the video way back in 2003, and it has held up very well, so yes, I recommend them. I have them for my other cars as well. They're not super cheap but are reasonable considering they fit your car perfectly. (Back in 2003 I think I paid about $275). There were FIVE A-400's at the High-Country tour, I was shocked to see that many. It's now my wife's favorite body style, so I guess that means if I can find one for sale, I've got the green light!
I don't know how you drive hundreds of miles every day with your knees jammed up against the dash; reminds me of driving a go-cart when I was a teenager - I barely fit with my legs doubled up.
Leg room is definitely at a premium, I actually have to drive with either no shoes or very thin-soled shoes to get to the brakes. It was very hard when I first finished the car as the seat springs were new and stiff. They have relaxed a little over the years. To answer your question, it's a labor of love.
I am curious, do you have a fuel pump in that model A? Because they had gravity flow fuel and going up steep hills or inclines the model A tended to stall out.
Hello, No fuel pump. If you’re extremely low on fuel it could be an issue, but what you’re describing is really more of an issue with model T’s since the tank was below the seat, model A’s tank is much higher. But you’re correct if your fuel gets down to the last couple gallons. I have had it happen.
I have enjoyed your videos that your sharing with us all. I'm so jealous of your beautiful A and that you and your wife actually have the courage to travel tat far. Love the snow in June that's a kick to see ,but I suppose that high it's to be expected. Your wife does a great job with the videos. What are you using to shoot the video? Thank you again for sharing your story with us all.I plan to head out today in our 28 Tudor sometime today. Iwish we could do an extended drive as you're doing. it looks great .THX
Hello Dean, thank you for your comment. I spent five years doing a complete restoration of the Fordor, down to the naked frame and rebuilding it piece by piece. As of 2003 the car was basically a new car, so that's where the confidence to travel far comes from. but I've also owned Model A's for 40 years so been around them for awhile. We have only been on UA-cam since March of this year, so we are only using one GoPro and an iPhone to shoot the videos.Thank you for watching them. Greatly appreciate the support.
Lots a familiar looking scenery
Yes, but never gets old to look at. Always beautiful!
Great job and appreciate the time you put into these videos!
Hey Bob, thank you for the comment and feedback, appreciate the nice compliment. We enjoy doing them, thank you for your support.
Looks like a terrific turnout!
Another great Ford Model A video! Mike from Missouri
Thanks Mike!
Thanks for taking us on the trip, it was great to tag along!
Jeff, I'm so happy you're enjoying the videos. We had a great time. More videos of the events to come.
This just popped up in my recommended.
I haul fuel, & saw a bunch of those on Loveland pass last summer. Very cool !
Yes, we were tying up traffic all around Breckenridge, for about a week in June.
This June we will be in Ruidoso New Mexico, doing similar tours.
Be safe driving over the pass, can’t imagine that’s much fun in the winter 🥶 ❄️
Thank you for your comment, hope you enjoy the videos.
Jim & Lindy
Another great video. Thanks for sharing your journey with those of us who were unable to attend.
Brian, so glad you're enjoying the videos. We had a great time. More videos of the events to follow.
Dang! You've picked up 120 subs since I signed on. Congrats!
I'm very thankful for the support. A lot of friendly Model A folks out there. Thank you for the comment.
That is crazy there were snow flurries in June!
Kara, 11,000 ft+ is pretty dang high!
@@modelajim1930 too true!
What a great trip, and great colors on those cars! Have you found ethanol fuel to be an issue, or are most of the cars using modern parts that are fine with it? Also, you mentioned having to add water. Do you have a leak? Where is the water going? Head gasket okay? Thanks for the terrific videos!
Model A's will run on just about any liquid that will vaporize and burn. Today's gasoline is like champagne to these old gals. The gas they had in the 20's and 30's was horrible compared to today's gas. Ethanol is no problem.
I have to add water for two reasons, at the modern speeds we drive at (50 mph +) the water pump is turning faster than originally intended, which can over load the upper radiator tank, causing the water to go out the overflow tube. Some guys add reclaim tanks to their cars to help with this. Also if you've watched my video about the breakdown we had you'll see I had an alternator come loose and that wiggling/vibration has damaged the seal on my water pump, which has cause a slow drip leak. Just received a new water pump yesterday, so repair to follow. Thank you for your comment, hope you enjoy the video's.
@@modelajim1930 Thanks for the response! Sure are a lot of opinions on ethanol. I have a 1949 Willys jeep with the L134 flat head engine. We jeep up in the mountains at high elevations - 12,000 ft. more or less. Many will say that because of the ethanol in the fuel, the gas will 'boil" at a lower temp. and cause vapor lock. Also, a greater loss of power I suppose. Many of the guys also condemn ethanol for a myriad of problems they have with the old Carter carbs, fuel pumps, corrosion in fuel lines - all sorts of maladies. I've never had issues myself, but a lot of the guys say they do.
@@aboyandhisdog I try to use ethanol free late in the season (Fall) so it's not sitting in the tank all winter. Can draw in moisture and vent away, leaving the gas sticky.
Just subscribed, I’ve been watching your video drives and have enjoyed your journey. Who made the car cover for you and would you recommend them? I’m sorting through my 400A that will be driven and I would like to cover it when it’s out of the garage. That snow drive was incredible, hopefully no salt was used on the roads.
I had to come back after watching the ending, on your walk through the parking lot I believe I saw 3 400A’s. That’s great to see them on the road, hopefully you might review them for us. Ken in Kentucky
Hello Ken, thank you for watching. The car cover was made by a company called, "California Car Cover" www.coveranything.com/car-covers
You give them the year/make/model and they will custom make a cover to your exact car. Be sure and let them know if you have a trunk or spare tire on the back or side mounts etc. so they can make room for them. I purchased the one in the video way back in 2003, and it has held up very well, so yes, I recommend them. I have them for my other cars as well. They're not super cheap but are reasonable considering they fit your car perfectly. (Back in 2003 I think I paid about $275).
There were FIVE A-400's at the High-Country tour, I was shocked to see that many. It's now my wife's favorite body style, so I guess that means if I can find one for sale, I've got the green light!
If you watch the video I just posted there are good shots of the A-400's
I don't know how you drive hundreds of miles every day with your knees jammed up against the dash; reminds me of driving a go-cart when I was a teenager - I barely fit with my legs doubled up.
Leg room is definitely at a premium, I actually have to drive with either no shoes or very thin-soled shoes to get to the brakes. It was very hard when I first finished the car as the seat springs were new and stiff. They have relaxed a little over the years. To answer your question, it's a labor of love.
I am curious, do you have a fuel pump in that model A? Because they had gravity flow fuel and going up steep hills or inclines the model A tended to stall out.
Hello,
No fuel pump. If you’re extremely low on fuel it could be an issue, but what you’re describing is really more of an issue with model T’s since the tank was below the seat, model A’s tank is much higher. But you’re correct if your fuel gets down to the last couple gallons. I have had it happen.
Jim, is this PART II ???
Hello, it's the following day's travel, but actually the fourth in the Breckenridge High Country Tour Series. I hope that's OK to Post.
I have enjoyed your videos that your sharing with us all. I'm so jealous of your beautiful A and that you and your wife actually have the courage to travel tat far. Love the snow in June that's a kick to see ,but I suppose that high it's to be expected. Your wife does a great job with the videos. What are you using to shoot the video? Thank you again for sharing your story with us all.I plan to head out today in our 28 Tudor sometime today. Iwish we could do an extended drive as you're doing. it looks great .THX
Hello Dean, thank you for your comment. I spent five years doing a complete restoration of the Fordor, down to the naked frame and rebuilding it piece by piece. As of 2003 the car was basically a new car, so that's where the confidence to travel far comes from. but I've also owned Model A's for 40 years so been around them for awhile.
We have only been on UA-cam since March of this year, so we are only using one GoPro and an iPhone to shoot the videos.Thank you for watching them. Greatly appreciate the support.