What a survivor/time capsule/historic off the chart piece of ancient iron! I sure hope you don't do too much to it. This is the kind of thing that maybe the less you do, the better. If you can get it mechanically sound, running and complete, comfortable and reliable, it will turn more heads as it is than it would if it were meticulously restored. There was a guy in my neighborhood who had a 1917 model T, and it was in about the same shape as yours cosmetically, and it was amazing how well it ran. People would lose their minds when he drove up in it. He had every license plate that had ever been on it, a complete set going back to 1917. He said the only time it was ever off the road was about 2 weeks in 1970 when they rebuilt the engine. Except for some wheel bearings and kingpins on the front axle, the only other things it had ever needed were basic routine maintainence. These cars really deserve a lot of respect. They're a testimony to the way we used to build things in this country.
Excellent video, super helpful. I've got a 29 pickup truck in storage in WI that I'm going to go pickup in the spring and I cannot wait to get it started and running. Now I'm not so intimidated to work on the carb, etc.
This was satisfying to watch, but please put your ignition arm at the top next time so your engine will be firing at top dead center, if you try to start it with the ignition anywhere but top dead center you’ll get kickback on your starter. Good luck on future projects though 👍
I know it’s not the point, but when I first heard C.W. Moss I thought of ‘Bonnie & Clyde’ from the 1967 movie. I think that was the name of the guy that joined up with them.
Such a nice running find! It sounds like it slow idles at 3 - 400 RPM with an interesting sound. Time to change the oils and do a compression test, just for curiosity's sake!
Before starting any old motor that hasn't run in over a year - change the motor oil with the proper kind (older blocks require zinc or zinc additive because newer oils have none). Motor oil breaks down due to atmospheric humidity.
Those tilly (Tilliston) carbs can be funny. Some people love'em. Read up on using that GAV in a Tilly. I run a zenith, better built carb. Don't idle it too low, it is a splash system you know. Runs good, have fun!
Timing chain is loose. The "red stuff" in the carb bowl was tetra-ethyl lead.There may be a crystal the size of your shoe of tetra-Ethyl lead in the gas tank. You should ALWAYS pay the money and mix leaded race gas with the unleaded swill to protect the valves. You have the spark advanced WAY too far for idle. Timing lever all the way to the top for idle, pull it down smoothly while you advance the throttle at the same time for the best acceleration and fuel economy. If you idle much with the timing advanced, you will burn the points and the valves. Cruising at a steady speed on a level road is the only time to advance the spark to maximum, except when accelerating. Yes, the Tillotson carb is simpler than a lawnmower's. But compared to a Model T, the Model A is a Formula 1 engine, carb, and ignition system. Basically double the HP and 50% more torque than a 1925-7 "Model T" with a similar engine, from higher compression and higher RPM. You are far too trusting of the 100% mechanical brakes being in adjustment (and even working) from a barn find. The linings could easily have come off the shoes from the rivets rusting off. Making a car/truck/motorcycle go is OK, making it STOP is VITAL!
Same here! It's a shame that so many cars like this get ripped apart, hot rodded or restorodded when they are so complete to start with. Having this classic fully restored and street driveable would be awesome! To own it would be even greater.
What you called 'checking the spark' was not REAL WORLD. The points have to ground and un-ground the coil without the aid of a screwdriver. Dress,wash dry and set those points!😱
What a survivor/time capsule/historic off the chart piece of ancient iron! I sure hope you don't do too much to it.
This is the kind of thing that maybe the less you do, the better.
If you can get it mechanically sound, running and complete, comfortable and reliable, it will turn more heads as it is than it would if it were meticulously restored.
There was a guy in my neighborhood who had a 1917 model T, and it was in about the same shape as yours cosmetically, and it was amazing how well it ran. People would lose their minds when he drove up in it. He had every license plate that had ever been on it, a complete set going back to 1917. He said the only time it was ever off the road was about 2 weeks in 1970 when they rebuilt the engine. Except for some wheel bearings and kingpins on the front axle, the only other things it had ever needed were basic routine maintainence.
These cars really deserve a lot of respect. They're a testimony to the way we used to build things in this country.
I love the sound of those flatheads firing. Nothing sounds like a model A.
I agree!
Great video..straight to the point..nice visuals and explanations..other channels should take note.keep up the great work.
Thanks, I'm still learning! Appreciate the support!
Excellent video, super helpful. I've got a 29 pickup truck in storage in WI that I'm going to go pickup in the spring and I cannot wait to get it started and running. Now I'm not so intimidated to work on the carb, etc.
Glad it was helpful! Let me know if you have any questions.
That was quick, so cool to see that piece of history rolling on its own, nice work(sounds so unique running haha)
Thanks, they sound really cool, I like just listening to it idle!
Good job! What a thrill to get her going again.
I'm envious of this find... subscribed, looking forward to more content on this car.
This was satisfying to watch, but please put your ignition arm at the top next time so your engine will be firing at top dead center, if you try to start it with the ignition anywhere but top dead center you’ll get kickback on your starter. Good luck on future projects though 👍
Great job as usual bro! Nice too see the A running again!
They always start back up!
I could watch this all day
I know it’s not the point, but when I first heard C.W. Moss I thought of ‘Bonnie & Clyde’ from the 1967 movie. I think that was the name of the guy that joined up with them.
Yeah, that's a very decent survivor! Good job!
Cool car! Appears the engine was probably out and worked on recently (7 or 8 years ago), probably why it starts and runs so good now. Still cool.
We use to have a four door model A 1929 you got a good one it runs real nice.
Such a nice running find! It sounds like it slow idles at 3 - 400 RPM with an interesting sound. Time to change the oils and do a compression test, just for curiosity's sake!
Very cool! 👍👍
Indeed!
Great job!
Thanks!
Some had venturie holes in the throat depending on the application. Nice video.
Spark lever needs to go down to advance the spark
Before starting any old motor that hasn't run in over a year - change the motor oil with the proper kind (older blocks require zinc or zinc additive because newer oils have none). Motor oil breaks down due to atmospheric humidity.
That's definitely recommended, they do need a zinc additive!
Replacing the cork float in the fuel tank with a plastic float will take care of debris in the fuel tank.
On my Model A, you can take three of the plug wires off and It will set there and idle on one cylinder!
I believe it!
The genius of Henry Ford
tuning by ear and experience....got it done
Yeah man!
C. W. Moss ran with Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow in a Model A Ford.
Those tilly (Tilliston) carbs can be funny. Some people love'em. Read up on using that GAV in a Tilly. I run a zenith, better built carb. Don't idle it too low, it is a splash system you know. Runs good, have fun!
Yeah they can be tricky, not much to them! Thanks.
Fun video
What is that 70's era car next to the wall, a 'Cuda or Challenger?
It's a1969 Camaro!
@@slow_restoration, my bad. I caught just a quick glimpse of that black rear section and it looked a lot like the 70's era Dodge/'Cuda.
Question how are you starting the motor with 12 volt battery when the motors electrical is 6 volt system?
It's not recommended but it does work in a pinch! Gives it a boost.
I want it! 👍🏻👍🏻
Stop by and check out this one, it's cool!
That is so awesome..
They are a glimpse of the past!
Good idea to pull pan on vehicles that sat
Nice idle. A 65 pound flywheel helps with that.
And no compression
Awesome,is this going to be a full restore?
Thanks, at this time we are just going to bolt it back together and leave it original.
what is the lever in the center of the steering wheel?
It's the light switch.
Y. Do everyone wants to lower the idle so slow that it almost dies it sounds better when it’s idling a little faster.
Timing chain is loose. The "red stuff" in the carb bowl was tetra-ethyl lead.There may be a crystal the size of your shoe of tetra-Ethyl lead in the gas tank. You should ALWAYS pay the money and mix leaded race gas with the unleaded swill to protect the valves. You have the spark advanced WAY too far for idle. Timing lever all the way to the top for idle, pull it down smoothly while you advance the throttle at the same time for the best acceleration and fuel economy. If you idle much with the timing advanced, you will burn the points and the valves. Cruising at a steady speed on a level road is the only time to advance the spark to maximum, except when accelerating. Yes, the Tillotson carb is simpler than a lawnmower's. But compared to a Model T, the Model A is a Formula 1 engine, carb, and ignition system. Basically double the HP and 50% more torque than a 1925-7 "Model T" with a similar engine, from higher compression and higher RPM. You are far too trusting of the 100% mechanical brakes being in adjustment (and even working) from a barn find. The linings could easily have come off the shoes from the rivets rusting off. Making a car/truck/motorcycle go is OK, making it STOP is VITAL!
They don't have a timing chain!
My main feeling is jealousy
Same here! It's a shame that so many cars like this get ripped apart, hot rodded or restorodded when they are so complete to start with. Having this classic fully restored and street driveable would be awesome! To own it would be even greater.
Awesome!
20 years, 30 years ago, I woulda hot riddled it. Now I think this is as cool as it gets
Yeah, they are very different and cool in there own way. Makes you respect the old way of building things.
So is what your saying snapon scan tool ain't needed here.😂
Does it run on 6 volts? LOL
That's amazing
Hmmm,fuel lines inside the cab of the vehicle....nope.
It's crazy how far things have come, this was a upgrade when it came out!
😂I love cars
Me too, and trucks!
What you called 'checking the spark' was not REAL WORLD. The points have to ground and un-ground the coil without the aid of a screwdriver. Dress,wash dry and set those points!😱
It's a quick way to see if the points are making good contact if you open and shut them with the screwdriver.
Fun
Don’t ruin it by making a street rod out of it.
No plans to, these are cool stock also!
So true there called boyster
سيارة جميلة جدا والعمل فيها ممتع اتمنى ان تعود أجمل..
I like to own that car I will put it all back to original
Neat! Sounds great!
What’s up Danny I have one of those and I’m 14 They are so rare
Wow
Nice, glad to hear younger ones still appreciate these cars!
slow_restoration (i have a real passion for them) my birthday is in December and I think I’m gonna buy a 22x30 shop
Dude's got to learn how to set up a camera for his videos. It takes awhile, but it gives us a lots better quality vid than what we get here.
Still working on it! This was a older video, thanks for the comment.
Did you bother to check the brakes? . CHECK THE WHAT? check the bra.... CRASH!!!😱
I'd drive the piss out of that thing.
simple is better.
I'd be making me a roadster out of that car
You’d b destroying a good car. I know, I did that in 1959 and ended with a good coupe gone to the scrap yard