1930 Ford Model A coupe- Did I blow the motor??

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  • Gandalf the Green Coupe is the victim of this video. Is the motor blown up? Why is the office of air resources so interested in this car suddenly? I'm going through the VGG style basic steps to find out if this newly rebuilt motor is healthy or junk. Follow along as we bring Gandalf the Grey Coupe back to life! Paul Shinn's UA-cam channel- www.youtube.com...
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  • @paboot
    @paboot 2 роки тому +2

    Those head lights are wonderful. My wife found one for me, and I bought it about 6 months ago. It is so helpful around the Vicky. Keep up the great work. You are the one to watch for any Model A info. Most of our Lion’s Gate Model A Club, up here in British Columbia, talk about how informative your videos are.
    Paul

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks!! Please tell them I said HI

    • @paboot
      @paboot 2 роки тому

      Will do. Going to see most of them at our big swap meet this Friday,Saturday. Quite a few Americans also come to buy and sell as well. God bless to you and Model T.

  • @vayabroder729
    @vayabroder729 2 роки тому +17

    This is real life my friend and we appreciate you for everything you do; your knowledge and sharing your journey; even the setbacks. Love my Wednesdays and Saturdays with you and Tina. God bless you guys!

  • @jayoneill1533
    @jayoneill1533 2 роки тому +2

    Great trouble shooting tutorial, thanks Paul. Listening to Gandalf cranking away as the battery slowly dies without a hint of starting certainly brought back a lot of frustrated memories !!

  • @deanjernstrom3760
    @deanjernstrom3760 2 роки тому +5

    Another great journey from Mr Shinn. So now Ive picked up more great problem solving methods.Cant wait to see the outcome. Till then may the MODEL A GODS BE WITH YOU!

  • @thesharkcom
    @thesharkcom 2 роки тому +1

    Back in the day when I worked on old 2 cycle motorcycles. Some would come in fouled to the max. We would take off the muffler and oil would come running out. We would then take a blow torch and ignite the muffler to burn out all the oil. Seeing all that oil from Gandalf gave me flashbacks to the 60s....LOL 😂🤣😂🤣

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому +1

      Sorry for the PTSD

  • @richardfischer9811
    @richardfischer9811 2 роки тому +1

    While admitting that I do love my ice cream, I don't believe I've ever seen such pure bliss as that on the face of Model T as she takes each tiny spoonful.
    As an aside, your Model A trouble shooting is just like the Saturday afternoon serials that we used to see at the show. Hero runs into the house, house explodes. "Kids, don't miss next week to see what happens to our hero !!!)

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому

      I will ruin the surprise for you- I fail again!

  • @Giuseppe_De_Bellis
    @Giuseppe_De_Bellis 2 роки тому +2

    When you succeed, we learn. When you may happen to fail, we still learn.💪🏻 So, thank you, anyway! Pleasure to watch your videos, cheers from Italy!!

  • @discerningmind
    @discerningmind 2 роки тому +3

    Paul, I was riveted to this. Of course, we're all hoping to see the engine start-up and be fine. This exhaust/muffler oil saturation has me intrigued. Could the last engine have been that bad? That was a lot of oil in the exhaust and was still draining in our last view of it. And what's going on with the starter? You certainly have some interesting things to report to Mr. Guimarin. I love the headlight. And twelve-year-old Paul sold me with that effective night driving display!

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому +2

      Hahaaa! Thanks DM! Hope you like your head light as much as I like mine. Thank Model T for turning me on to them.

  • @2ManyTomatoes
    @2ManyTomatoes 2 роки тому

    This car is giving me hope. Up to now your channel has given my husband an unrealistic expectation of Model As starting with three or four turns every time. And ours doesn't. We've been trying to sort it out for awhile now. We fiddle with this and twiddle with that and then it finally gives in and starts like a champ for the rest of the day. The next day we're back to square one and whatever we "fixed" wasn't the problem after all. We've "narrowed" it down to either a spark problem or a gas problem or a nut loose in the drivers seat. We are learning from each of your "failures" and recharging our own batteries to try again.

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому +1

      Your story give ME hope! And reason to carry on. Thank you!

  • @omarcurrossimon7927
    @omarcurrossimon7927 2 роки тому

    Feeling anxious. I wish we can see Gandalf the green working soon. Please don't stop to rebuild the starter!

  • @johnkropp6850
    @johnkropp6850 2 роки тому +7

    Hey Paul and Model T thanks for taking us along with your problem solving. Even though it doesn't always play out the way you or we planned. Good idea drowning your sorrows in ice cream, I would definitely done the same. Keep up the great videos!!

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому +2

      I seem to be consuming a lot of ice cream lately...

  • @stephenhenion8304
    @stephenhenion8304 2 роки тому

    Old Cars can be very very tricky ⚙⚙⚙
    Great work and its always fun to hang out with you Paul👍👍

  • @MyRandyw
    @MyRandyw 2 роки тому +1

    Really loving Gandolf, learning a lot of good stuff, maybe most important is the use of ice cream to assuage disappointment! Thanks bunches!!

  • @leebarker539
    @leebarker539 2 роки тому

    A delightful video in every way. Thanks for your thoughtful, easy-to-understand narration. You and Derek set a very high standard and few others come close.

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому

      Wow, thank you!

  • @ronmcguire2951
    @ronmcguire2951 2 роки тому +3

    Hi Paul, I was expecting more oil in the valve gallery. I'm looking forward to finding the problem. Good video, thanks.

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому

      When the motor is spinning faster, there is a LOT more oil in there.

  • @billsheppard9368
    @billsheppard9368 2 роки тому +4

    In retrospect, it woulda been much simpler to just disconnect the muffler from the header. That woulda revealed instantly whether the problem was 'upstream' or 'downstream' of that point. Luuuv your videos BTW. First car I ever drove was a '31 'A'.

  • @rickuyeda4818
    @rickuyeda4818 2 роки тому

    My friend drag races a Model A roadster P/U with the 4 banger hooked a 5 speed and a Champ rear end at the Antique Drags. One Saturday, going to our coffee me, he didn't show up. The following week, he brought a piston with a hole.

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому

      Got a little aggressive with the timing, eh?

  • @clc7800
    @clc7800 2 роки тому +3

    Hi Paul. Great videos. My first time making a comment, actually a question.
    What do you consider a good compression for the cylinders?
    Thanks

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому +2

      Thanks for the comment! In an engine with at least 500-1000 miles on it, all stock, you would expect 70 or more. In a hopped up motor with high compression head, bored out, etc., you would see 90 or so.

  • @Scott-qp9rw
    @Scott-qp9rw Рік тому

    Great information. I’ve got to get me some of those Headlamps!

  • @TooManyHobbiesJeremy
    @TooManyHobbiesJeremy 2 роки тому +1

    Good ending to the video. Win win for us viewers 😁

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks TMH!

  • @geoffwatson6207
    @geoffwatson6207 2 роки тому

    Hey Paul, thanks for the info on the headlight. Just wished they had these fifty years ago when I was 'holding the light' for my dad, and it was never quite right! Even my mom (88 in Nov) had to agree.

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому +1

      I still have the emotional scars from playing "hold the flashilight". That is a game with no winners..

  • @quailstudios
    @quailstudios 2 роки тому +2

    That’s a sweet headlamp!

  • @Rottingboards
    @Rottingboards 2 роки тому +3

    Ahhh, looks like oil leaked by the old engine and pooled in the exhaust. Nice video.

  • @toronado455
    @toronado455 2 роки тому

    omg that head band LED is awesome 🏆

  • @michaelwelch557
    @michaelwelch557 2 роки тому +1

    As always fun and informative video......and maybe it's my age......but I think I'm have déjà vu? help, did I see this video before May 21st. ???

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому

      I don't know, did you?

  • @williamforbes5826
    @williamforbes5826 2 роки тому +1

    Oh, thanks for the morning video. Good stuff as always!

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому

      Thanks William!

  • @kennethswain6313
    @kennethswain6313 2 роки тому +4

    The head lap is the best light I’ve seen. Your patience is amazing. Thanks to both T &P!

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому +1

      Our pleasure Kenneth!

  • @dwilliams8365
    @dwilliams8365 2 роки тому

    Great example of proper troubleshooting -most shops would have pulled the motor and told the customer that you need a complete re-build. Correct troubleshooting is all most a lost art. I predict the only thing bad was a oily muffler. I personally would have let it run longer.

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому +1

      Most shops would turn this into profit! I'm just not very smart.

  • @mafcawebmaster4237
    @mafcawebmaster4237 2 роки тому +4

    Looking forward to the further diagnosis of the starting problem.

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому

      Since you're a friend, it's OK to admit that you got a good laugh at my expense!

  • @AstraWerke
    @AstraWerke 2 роки тому +1

    What a relief to see it wasn't the engine at fault.
    I'm currently rebuilding a starter myself, so it'd probably be fun to see how much I've already done wrong ;P
    By the way - I've noticed a ticking noise from your blue coupe - and still not being an experienced "car guy", I have no Idea what's what when it comes to noises. Do you know what yours is from? Valve clearance maybe?
    Best wishes
    Adrian

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому +1

      I set the valves too loose. It has been ticking for 17,000 miles. Might fix it someday. Maybe after it gets back from Texas.

    • @AstraWerke
      @AstraWerke 2 роки тому

      @@ModelA Better too loose than too tight, I reckon. Are you road-tripping to Texas at the moment? :o

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому +1

      @@AstraWerke Not yet

  • @firewalker6316
    @firewalker6316 Рік тому

    Proof positive, it doesn’t just happened to me. Great video.

  • @jorgemmartinez1407
    @jorgemmartinez1407 11 місяців тому +1

    HELLOU ......❤👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍...............!!!!!!

  • @wwskydvr
    @wwskydvr 2 роки тому +1

    I'm new to your UA-cam channel, and enjoying it immensely. Was wondering if you could do a video on the AA trucks ... pluses and minuses. God Bless you and your wife. Great job.

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому

      If someone will loan me theirs, I will

  • @quailstudios
    @quailstudios 2 роки тому +1

    When you fail, Paul, we all have hope.

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому

      I fail a lot

  • @MrBrendog67rat
    @MrBrendog67rat 2 роки тому +2

    i would take the starter off the shelf! i think your car is gonna be fine

  • @markpalmer6760
    @markpalmer6760 2 роки тому +1

    It's amazing how easy it is to work on those cars. Great headlight I might have to get one of those. Been to that parts store it opened prior to moving away, did the Napa store clean up there act or closed? Enjoy your trip to Texas I think it's going to be a hot one out here this year, wear where you going to in texas? Enjoy your videos.

    • @billebobb
      @billebobb 2 роки тому

      EASY ❓

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому +1

      The AutoZone opening right across the street from O'Reilly is what finally did n the Napa store. That building is an Italian deli now, and it's pretty good!

  • @edsewetoob
    @edsewetoob 2 роки тому

    Hi Paul! New subscriber here. Also just ordered that terrific headlamp! I owned a '30 tudor many years ago and really appreciate your vids; I am looking at a '29 tudor and am referencing your video about what to look for when buying (I made some mistakes with my first A). Thanks again and keep up the great work!

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому

      Thank you Charles. That's awesome! Good luck!

  • @colinblick4903
    @colinblick4903 2 роки тому +1

    12 ?…….Paul, Welcome to the club 🤩….. love to know where that oils coming from🤔…..think I’ll go an get some ice cream….love the third eye😳

  • @Dan-qy1rg
    @Dan-qy1rg 2 роки тому +2

    Well wishes for you Jack Bahm, hope you get to feeling better! I'm very intrigued with the reason for the oil and starter rebuild. I have one to rebuild myself, but it's been maybe 40 years since I've rebuilt one, a refresher would be nice. Good luck with your findings on both issues. That ice cream looked delicious, yum. Thanks for sharing Paul, hope you and Tina and Bob have a great safe weekend!

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks Dan!

  • @davidwildridge8080
    @davidwildridge8080 2 роки тому +2

    I believe 50 lbs compression on all cylinders on a rebuilt model a engine should okay as they didn't have very high compression brand new. Nice looking A.

    • @billebobb
      @billebobb 2 роки тому

      Should be double that!

    • @davidwildridge8080
      @davidwildridge8080 2 роки тому

      @@billebobb good to know

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому +2

      That's about right for a newly assembled stock Model A motor. After about 500 miles, it should have closer to 70.

  • @t.s.racing
    @t.s.racing 2 роки тому

    Paul, as a Engine Builder I can tell you that Cast Iron rings seal quite rapidly, often in as little as 35-75 miles. I of course ASSUMED that you're running the cast iron rings. Now the ring seal is of course dependent on the cylinder finish as well as the dimensions for taper, out of round, and size.
    I read below that you have several hundred miles, and if the rings haven't sealed by now, they generally won't.
    You also mentioned God, thank you for that. 🙏🙏
    T.S. RACING

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому

      Hi BTC! This engine has a total of 3 MINUTES running time. No miles.
      God bless.

  • @mattomon1045
    @mattomon1045 2 роки тому

    Hi model T
    With the exhaust to clean it out Use some lacquer thinner just a cup drain it leave it dry.
    and rebuild the starter please.

  • @joealbert7773
    @joealbert7773 2 роки тому +1

    The battery tester appears to be a Midtronics style which actually reads internal resistance. The old load tester type didn't care what voltage the battery was. They just applied a load and watched voltage. If I remember right a 6 volt battery had to stay above 4.6 volts during the test. One problem with this tester is that it won't work on a discharged battery whereas the Midtronics style will unless the battery is really dead.

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you for the info Joe! Good to know.

  • @aborer1790
    @aborer1790 2 роки тому +1

    Enjoying your videos and Model T's videos as well. I have a question: how do you fasten rope between the spokes during winter? I've looking for videos and articles about this, but couldn't.
    Thank you for the great videos!

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому

      You mean when they would wrap rope around the outer wheel and tire like snow chains? I have seen it done but doesn't look like it would be very nice on the wheels or paint.

    • @aborer1790
      @aborer1790 2 роки тому

      Exactly what I mean. I've never seen the process and often pondered about it whether it was truly useful in comparison of snow chains.
      Thank you for taking the time and can't wait til your next upload.

  • @johnkranz4004
    @johnkranz4004 2 роки тому

    Great video Paul and Model T Enjoy your ice cream 🍦

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому

      We did! Thank you

  • @lukespack
    @lukespack 2 роки тому +1

    Gee, if you have this much trouble finding what is at fault, I shutter to think how a newcomer would handle this problem. I
    am amazed at how you are able to stay so calm. Good luck.

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому +1

      My calmness is a gift from God.

  • @johnnyrocket6588
    @johnnyrocket6588 2 роки тому +2

    What a great way to start my Saturday morning. Have a great weekend Paul.

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks Johnny!

  • @craigpennington1251
    @craigpennington1251 2 роки тому +1

    I too had a car once that fought me at every turn. Ice cream does make your day go better. Another great video. Best wishes on the start up of Gandalf. Storming like crazy here. Looks to be good weather there.

  • @farmall_cub_in_columbia3642
    @farmall_cub_in_columbia3642 2 роки тому

    Hi Paul I enjoy your channel. I am a car guy but also a ham. I saw that FAA VHF/UHF amplifier on your shelf and the Hallicrafters receivers on the shelf in your shop videos. Anyway, Hi and best 73's from W2NMI

  • @r1lark
    @r1lark 2 роки тому +1

    Calling that battery charger "Big Bertha" seems a little sexist Paul. Maybe you should call it "Big Bert" instead? LOL Seriously, really enjoy your videos, even though I don't have a Model A (but would like to get one sooner or later). By the way, I love the ending - when things don't go well on fixing an old car.......go get ice cream!! :-)

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому

      I seem to be having a lot of ice cream lately...

  • @rynetakeuchi4382
    @rynetakeuchi4382 2 роки тому +1

    Paul I love your systematic approach to trouble shooting the problem. Your expertise on the Model A is stellar.
    Keep producing these awesome videos!!
    Until next time my friend.
    Aloha and Malama Pono!!

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому +1

      Mahalo!!

  • @williamforbes5826
    @williamforbes5826 2 роки тому +1

    Cars & Coffee ☕!
    Your car, my coffee!
    Thank model T for the head lamp! I will be purchasing one for sure. Now, please tell me how you fixed Big Bertha. I gotta know! Connection? Component? Switch? Please! I'm as curious as a 🐈 cat.

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому +1

      The timer had come loose and got spun around so many times, one of the connections got yanked off.

    • @williamforbes5826
      @williamforbes5826 2 роки тому

      A connection! Sigh! No I can rest. People throw away good appliances without ever looking into the possible fixes. I actually drove

    • @williamforbes5826
      @williamforbes5826 2 роки тому

      away a car that I bought as a 'non' running car. My gain, their loss. It was junk anyways, but Running Junk!

  • @mlackey9812
    @mlackey9812 2 роки тому +1

    So Paul, it's a rather sleepy morning after tackling some very challenging situations this week with complete victory I might add. A fan, flannel sheets, a cup of coffee and my favorite morning nosh and your, this video on my cell phone. What a lovely way to start t he day. Thanks, just what I needed. OH, and by the way, yes, I too am an 'ardent' Model 'A' r. Thanks again. Looking forward to seeing the start and Smoke vs. no Smoke. Be well. Also, btw...."he is risen" !!

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому

      Yes- He is risen!

  • @SergLa
    @SergLa 2 роки тому +1

    Трудности делают тебя опытнее. Пол, ты стал ещё лучшим мастером, чем был до того. Классный фонарь! Теперь я буду искать такой же.
    Difficulties make you more experienced. Paul, you've become an even better master than you were before. Cool lantern! Now I'm going to look for the same one.

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому

      Excellent!

  • @kevinweston6817
    @kevinweston6817 2 роки тому

    Great video I probably would have let it run tell it stoped smoking or got worse lol

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому

      Except I live in California, the land of crazies and people who worship environment instead of God.

  • @williamforbes5826
    @williamforbes5826 2 роки тому +1

    A Cylon? Hmm, circa 1978 or the reboot? I'm partial to the first one. And when the going gets tough, the tough eat ice cream!! Haha! Later!

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому

      78 of course!

  • @dalemettee1147
    @dalemettee1147 2 роки тому +1

    P)aul, I noticed that you and Model T are experts in drowning in ice cream. Me, I'm just a plain Jane guy with vanilla or on a really good day, French vanilla. yoo hoo!

  • @Rottingboards
    @Rottingboards 2 роки тому +1

    Going to the autoparts store in a Model A makes the trip so much more fun.

  • @davidpierce8613
    @davidpierce8613 2 роки тому

    Alright Model T, no more busting my chops for eating ice cream!!

  • @k6aaq64
    @k6aaq64 2 роки тому +1

    what flavor ice cream did you guys get?

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому

      I had black cherry. Model T got mint chocolate chip.

  • @maxhearld1035
    @maxhearld1035 2 роки тому +2

    Man I'm really glad to see you pulled through that you looked awful god is great

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks Max, Yes He is!

  • @myronjacobs5014
    @myronjacobs5014 2 роки тому

    Paul good morning. A fantastic problem solving clinic this morning. Contents of you video of this morning, is in my opinion angle, you are or not you this engine has 2 problems, 1 is the excessive oil that seeped through the open valves accumulated in the muffler, that upon start up produced the smoke, and that amount of oil collected upon drainage is about the quantity poured via the spark plugs.
    The 2nd problem I note is, that although you have a serious battery charger back up, in my opinion the starter turns very sluggish, I mean too sluggish, it should have more pep.
    Indicates that the Amperage drop is serious, pulling also the current needed for the coil to spark the plugs. In this video you did not check the spark, also fuel flow!
    Anyway, very interesting your next footage, and to determine, where the oil came from, low compression is understandable due to newly overhauled motor, and why upon cranking such low turning over of the starter.
    The starter also must have a problem in the windings that it uses so much amperage that produce that sluggish starting performance.
    Thanks and a great week end.

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому

      Thanks Myron. Did you see how much oil flew out onto the ground in the last video?

    • @myronjacobs5014
      @myronjacobs5014 2 роки тому

      Paul thanks for your feed back, now if you refer your last video footage, what I saw in your yesterday’s video, is the amount of oil that drained from the muffler/ tail pipe in the pail. And that is a good quantity, if you mean last video, is there one I may be missed? But again a very good trouble shooting this clinic. Ill stand by for your next video. So, great the way you set up your footages, all followers live this together towards solution, experience and getting to know our good old reliable Model A engines at the source, because simple and darn good engines they are, proof 90 years plus, right? Have a great weekend and regards to Tina🤗

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому

      @@myronjacobs5014 Thanks Myron! Yes, you might have missed one.

  • @clc7800
    @clc7800 2 роки тому

    Hi Paul and Model T.
    Thanks to you both tomorrow I decided to buy a Model A. I am going to pick up my first 1930 Model A Tudoor and it comes with a Mitchell overdrive.
    I think I saw two videos of you using the Mitchell overdrive.
    Can you explain how to use the overdrive? It has a high and a low. When do you use these?
    At what speed on 2nd gear do you engage the high? Do you just press the clutch and shift the Mitchell to high? Can you engage it in 3rd gear and at what speed?
    Thanks

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому

      Congratulations!! I did video on exactly that. Found it! Here- ua-cam.com/video/4un3JUgn4TU/v-deo.html

  • @ellesmerewildwood4858
    @ellesmerewildwood4858 2 роки тому

    With that headlamp on you look more like GORT from The Day The Earth Stood Still. ( or The Day The Model A Stood Still ) 😉
    If I may ask, back in the day when these cars were brand new, was the paintwork as beautiful and glossy as the car you drove to
    the parts store ? I've seen so many beautiful vintage cars restored beautifully with modern paint and modern paint techniques and always wonder if they looked that good rolling off the assembly line.
    I mean, paint technology back then wasn't what it is today.

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому

      Ford used lacquer on bodies and enamel on fenders. The car in this video has Lombard Blue lacquer and black lacquer on the body and black enamel on the fenders, just like original. If you examine the factory photos, you will see they buffed the lacquer at the end of the assembly line and it was very shiny. Just like this. The enamel on the fenders was dipped, and was naturally pretty shiny.

  • @vesselstone0351
    @vesselstone0351 2 роки тому

    Poul, I write to you from Denmark / Europe. Have you ever heard about the European produced Ford Y or also called Ford Junior also from the 1930-ies. It was kind of a minor edition of Ford A.

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому

      Yes. Welcome!

  • @mr_paw_t
    @mr_paw_t 2 роки тому

    watched with family around roku tv..... we all vote replace starter from inventory on shelf. :) everyone says hi (and thanks for video)

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому +1

      Hey Paul! Tell everyone I said HI!

  • @billz482
    @billz482 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks for the video and the great tip on the head-light. Just ordered two from Amazon! 👍🏻

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому

      Hope you enjoy them!

  • @WILDWILLYBILL138
    @WILDWILLYBILL138 2 роки тому

    Attempted to get the headlamp. After inputting info multiple times, it would never reload after hitting PAY button. Hopefully I don't find myself with multiple headlamps and charges in the near future...

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому

      Dang Sorry about that. How about on Amazon?

  • @Ichigo_Keba
    @Ichigo_Keba 2 роки тому

    You said you are coming. To Texas?
    What area? Because if you are coming to DFW, I would totally love to meet you!
    And see if I can learn more from a pro A master!

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому

      Driving the coupe to Kerrville for the MAFCA national meet.

  • @rhodesia1980
    @rhodesia1980 2 роки тому

    Ok I'm looking at buying a 1931 Ford Model AA truck dully has 4 cylinders engine ran a couple years ago but it needs a ignition switch and a voltmeter in order for it to start it so the seller is stating. and the carburetor might need cleaning due to sitting for some time but it has been sitting in a garage. he mostly tows it around on a trailer. I been online looking for parts maybe looking at starting a project since I need a hobby since I just retired. I'm not much of a mechanic but these engines look sort of simple to work on. So is there a good web site for Ford Model A for parts like for the AA model?

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому

      All the usual Model A parts suppliers carry what is available for the AA also.

  • @antiqueradionut
    @antiqueradionut 2 роки тому

    I'm confused by your reference to motor oil for a motor. I need engine oil for my engine. LOL I was surprised when I saw the battery you are using. Could you give more information, or link to a video you may have already posted? Thanks, Aaron Hunter

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому

      Haha! Well, the Ford calls it a motor in the owner's manual several times, so perhaps somewhere between 1929 and now, it became an "engine"?

  • @johncolette6014
    @johncolette6014 2 місяці тому

    I suppose you could blow an engine in a Model A. But these were not high reving high hp engines.Maybe if you modified it or ran it too low on oil or coolant there would trouble. But, overall, these 4 cylinder flatheads were pretty reliable.

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 місяці тому

      I need someone to teach me how these work!

  • @oldtanker4860
    @oldtanker4860 2 роки тому +1

    Ima thinking checking the connections on the starter first. I look to the easy stuff first and a bad connection would do what you were experiencing even with the battery charger for a boost to power. If connection OK then yup starter likely has bad brushes or a dirty commutator. Hoping you find it soon and looking forward to the solution to the oil. Seeing what came out of the exhaust pipe there sure looks like it got well oiled when the engine was "pickled".
    I LOVE the headband light. Really neat product and I am a sucker for a rechargeable unit. Oh and yes illegal outside of an actual emergency. Light has to throw a specified distance down the road as per your state law and if the car came equipped with 2 headlights, both have to work.

    • @williamcnewlandjr4535
      @williamcnewlandjr4535 2 роки тому +1

      YES! And don't forget the battery ground. It's originally grounded to the crossmember behind the battery. Over the past 90 years, rust forms between the crossmember and frame creating a bad ground situation. Best to run a battery cable from the positive ground terminal to the frame.

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks guys! This car has an additional ground from the battery to the flywheel housing.

  • @randall1959
    @randall1959 2 роки тому

    I want one of those headbands. So many times I've crawled under cars with a flashlight in my teeth. Don't feel bad. I swapped out a transaxle in a VW only to find out I had a bad axle bearing and the replacement transaxle was toast.

  • @davidwalle5025
    @davidwalle5025 2 роки тому

    Do a leak down test to check rings and valves very easy and quick just remove spark plugs and pressurize with air.

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому

      Leakdown only tells you something if the motor has enough time on it for the rings to seat.

  • @mackfisher4487
    @mackfisher4487 2 роки тому +1

    Paul I always learn something while watching your informative videos, this morning while sipping my coffee you referred to your cars "valve galley" as I was Army and you are Navy should I call it a valve mess hall? Kidding aside I always enjoy your videos.

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому +2

      Hahahahaa!! I get a similar chuckle when I hear about "head gaskets". Or replacing the "head". That's what the Navy calls the toilet.

    • @mackfisher4487
      @mackfisher4487 2 роки тому

      @@ModelA Next time I have to fix a leaky toilet I'm going go to the orange box store and asked for a wax head gasket. While I'm picking up the luminaire for the overhead.

  • @eugenelevin8314
    @eugenelevin8314 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks for taking us along on this adventure - gonna have to add enigma to Gandalfs name pretty soon haha

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому

      Hahaa! If this car keeps fighting me, its name is gonna be "for sale cheap".

  • @johncharlton2602
    @johncharlton2602 2 роки тому +1

    Hi Paul entertaining and informative as usual ,thank you .As you check the valve chest at 5.29 there is a lot of rust bubbles on the exterior cylinder wall . For a newly rebuilt engine that would indeed worry me I would have a scrape off to investigate making sure ne debris goes down a main bearing lube feed hole .

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому +1

      It's just some surface crud. I assembled this motor myself from a machined block. That is why I question everything.

    • @johncharlton2602
      @johncharlton2602 2 роки тому

      @@ModelA I would investigate the origins of the crud especially in a clean recent rebuild engine . IMHO that is caused by the ingress of water could be a minute crack up in the valve seat area . I do hope I am wrong my son has a freshly rebuilt engine from a bare block very small exterior crack showed up after about 2000 miles .

  • @buick1955
    @buick1955 2 роки тому

    I don't currently own a Ford Model A but I did have a 1930 4 door . I do own a 1929 Chevy 2 door coupe . Your show is informative to anyone who owns a 1920's to early 1930's car . It would be very interesting to do a comparison on a Ford , Chevy & Plymouth of the same year if possible . Obviously the Ford Model A won as so many survived compared to the competition. Great show !!

  • @MultiHotrod74
    @MultiHotrod74 2 роки тому

    Don't trust that battery tester. It doesn't actually load the battery like a starter would. It may not be wrong, but that doesn't mean it's right.
    Devin

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому

      Good point. We will see how the rebuilt starter does.

  • @steveshoemaker6347
    @steveshoemaker6347 2 роки тому

    ......Thanks Paul for the fun video...God's Blessing to you and your wife...Shoe🇺🇸

  • @MarcioPadilha09
    @MarcioPadilha09 2 роки тому +1

    Show esse carro antigo 👏👏

  • @kenfowle2164
    @kenfowle2164 2 роки тому

    Did you say the engine was newly rebuilt?If so it very well could be hard to turn over.I would think you might try by hand crank ,no spark plugs,to gauge this.Also to tow it and jump start in 2nd.or 3rd gear rather than force to starter motor to turn over a stiff “new” engine.

  • @Mccabone
    @Mccabone Рік тому

    Odlfi are the best Head lamps...! Last Christmas all my friends received these as Christmas gifts!

  • @robinimpey101
    @robinimpey101 2 роки тому +1

    1. That headlight is great!
    2. Seems like it is just the oil in the muffler making smoke. Time for an Italian tune up!
    3. Why can't the next video be of you grabbing a starter off the shelf AND rebuilding a starter?
    4. Why didn't HQM 797 get to go to O'Reilly's??? :-(
    Another great video! Can't wait for Part 2 of California Smoke.

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому

      I drove it to the auto parts store once. Some gorilla pulled in and was trying to show off to the girl with him as I overheard him say to her "Watch me buy this car from this a**hole" and then he proceeded to try and offer me 5 grand for "that junker". He climbed up slightly using the exact same lines the douchebags on TV do. I told him it has been in my family and was going to stay that way. He then let loose on me as if I did him wrong. That car deserves more respect than that. As I was leaving, I told the girl she could do a lot better.

    • @robinimpey101
      @robinimpey101 2 роки тому

      @@ModelA Last time you told me about taking the 29 out it had been disrespected then too! That is completely unacceptable and I think the best course of action is to get that car out of CA to somewhere it will be appreciated by everyone! But where to????? Hey I have an idea!!! ;-)

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому

      @@robinimpey101 Hahaa!! TS and I have been talking about getting out of California and heading to a more conservative state for a while.

    • @robinimpey101
      @robinimpey101 2 роки тому

      @@ModelA Pack your bags, I've got just the place for you! Not quite as warm as CA, but your views and cars would be loved and appreciated here!

  • @duncanmacrae6384
    @duncanmacrae6384 2 роки тому +1

    Where is Dad? Nothing against you Paul, but, sounds like he is needed there!

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому

      He is there when I call him. Laughing...

  • @koniseatskimchi5541
    @koniseatskimchi5541 2 роки тому

    i have one of those headlamps. i Highly recommend them. i use mine all the time. Plus it can be charged at your computer.

  • @davejob630
    @davejob630 9 місяців тому

    You use the force? I'm pretty sure that might make you a Gen x er! There's no shame...
    edit ... that s a couple of nice old Amps you've got on the back shelf there !
    Nice work with the diagnosis..

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  9 місяців тому +1

      I saw Star Wars 17 times. Ugh.

    • @davejob630
      @davejob630 9 місяців тому

      @@ModelA lol!

  • @jimmymoore3751
    @jimmymoore3751 2 роки тому

    What would cause a 31 model A exaust manifold turn red hot. Thanks

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому

      Timing is too retarded.

  • @dowen1511
    @dowen1511 2 роки тому

    Just curious what is the fastest you have driven a stock with od model A even down hill 😂 ?

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому

      I think close to 70. Can't remember.

  • @tuberNunya
    @tuberNunya 2 місяці тому

    What elements? Did it actually rain once over the last couple years down in the desert?

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 місяці тому

      I live in the mountains

  • @keviny4357
    @keviny4357 2 роки тому

    And hello to you and Tina, Paul. From the Beehive A’s!

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому

      There you are!!

  • @skybound81
    @skybound81 2 роки тому

    Paul, is Shell Rotella T4 10W30 okay to use in a Model A ?

  • @garygullikson6349
    @garygullikson6349 2 роки тому

    Much like VGG but you use the wrong terminology.

  • @wurly164
    @wurly164 2 роки тому

    Great, now I have to go get ice cream 🍦

  • @skategeezer1810
    @skategeezer1810 2 роки тому +1

    Rebuild the starter....

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому

      Well, since you said so...

    • @skategeezer1810
      @skategeezer1810 2 роки тому

      @@ModelA Woo Hoo...I think Adrian will like it too...:)

  • @davedaugherty3781
    @davedaugherty3781 2 роки тому

    i jusy bought a 31 coupe. all restored however i want to convert it to 12 volt. reason is i want to add a stereo under the dash. any suggestions?

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому

      I can't help you with that. Sorry. I have converted a lot of Model As back to 6 volts though, I know how to do that.

  • @robertgiese4913
    @robertgiese4913 Рік тому

    You called it a five-window coupe?!

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  Рік тому

      Trying to trick the algorithm

  • @elosogonzalez8739
    @elosogonzalez8739 2 роки тому

    Um....... Ice Cream! After everything you did, I think the motor's fine. Hope ya get it running soon.
    You mentioned a trip to Texas? Any thoughts of coming through Phoenix? It's only been in the low 100's! I'd love to meet up with you two!
    By the way, I just returned from my time in Mexico. I did find two Model A's parked next to each other secured behind a chain link fence, promise to get more information on my next visit. Huge suprise when I saw them. The majority of older vehicles I've see have been 1950's Chevy pick-ups and alot of VW Bugs.
    Would you post your email please?

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому +2

      Hi Eloso. My email is widely known. Now I get 50-100 emails a day from people wanting to show me this or tell me that or ask me this. I am unable to get to them all. Now I have a couple thousand emails I have never even opened.

  • @ShouldersMoondog549
    @ShouldersMoondog549 2 роки тому

    WOW!! just ran across you channel!! My wife and I have her Grandfathers 1930 Model A Fordora (I think that is spelled correct?) Haven't got it started yet. The last time we think it had run was about 1965. I have subscribe to you channel and will be looking for future videos and well as going back to view others!! Thanks for posting!!

    • @ModelA
      @ModelA  2 роки тому +1

      Welcome, Gene!