Ford Model A FAQ #2 with Model A expert Bob Guimarin
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- Опубліковано 4 жов 2024
- Ford Model A expert Bob Guimarin answers your questions! Considering that Bob is older than most of his Model A's (91 years old at the time we did this), he has been around them literally all his life AND their life.
Thank you for sending in your questions. The response was overwhelming! We will need to do another one of these soon and tackle more of the excellent questions that were submitted. Thank you!!
Keep in mind, we recorded this sorta last minute, and directly after a huge lunch, and went right into what is usually "nap time", the answers are surprisingly super spot on!
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The best video to wake up to. Best for breakfast,
I missed lunch!
Thank you for answering my silly question! I was not expecting that answer at all, a model A being someone's first car? that's so cool!
Very good to have someone to answer questions who both actually use their cars and have also learned from experience. There will always be little difference in opinion, like bearing material. But over all the moral of the story is do it properly and use it wisely and take care of it. Oh of course don’t forget to have fun! Thanks Paul! Thanks Bob!
Thank you, David!
I'd could sit and listen to your dad all day I enjoy to listen to the old timers they have alot great information and a great way to for telling you
Yes!
Paul you have a great dad, thanks for the Q&A.
He is one of a kind! Thanks.
GREAT video!!!!. I had a mentor/good friend who taught me how to repair a car, which I inherited from him. For me, your video here was educational and sentimental
Tremendous video, could listen to Bob all day. That's a pile of topics and I love the format where both of you could answer questions. Got a big kick out of the... "we carry Zeniths to help out the guys with Tillotsons to get them home" ha ha. Well done!
Thanks Doug. He wasn't lying about that either. Sad to say... Those Tillitson's are junk in our humble opinions!
Wow! That was an hour? Went by quickly. Thank you both!
For us, it felt like a whole day. Ha ha!
I missed lunch.
Paul and Bob,
Pauls videos are the best Model A videos out there, by far, and adding Bob for the Q&A makes this the best of the best. How about more like this one.
I think they've committed to one more, so far. This was super helpful in covering the kinda stuff that comes up. Maybe there's enough material to make this a regular series say once or twice a year...
We still have enough questions for at least 2 more of these!
Love the videos Paul, you're the main reason I decided to pull the trigger and actually buy a Model A after thinking about it for about 10 years. I'm a mechanical engineer but was still doubtful that I could keep up with maintenance and repair on a 90-year-old car but you break it down into understandable bits of information that can be very useful when trouble strikes LOL.
Also, as an amateur video editor, I understand the tremendous work that goes into filming takes and editing the video into something cohesive... It's an awful lot of work and you do a great job!
I have a 1930 Tudor Sedan I restored under the supervision of a friend and experienced restorer when I was in high school. This was back in the 70s and needless to say the car needs a refresh now. Am hopeful to put the car back in daily driver condition. Techniques and restoration advice have changed some since then. I want to stay all original though it’s not always easy to find good advice as the experienced people I had back then are not with us today. Thank you so much for these videos, they are a great help.
Time stamps on this video.
0:00 Introduction
1:45 miles from rebuilt engine,
3:10 insert bearing or Babbitt
4:53 Fuel tank
5:30 muffler - unique sound
6:16 Mitchell Overdrive
7:09 Sport Coupe
8:15 Favorite year, body style
8:54 Tools in Model A
11:03 LED turn signals
11:45 AA Trucks
12:36 Focused Headlights
13:11 Rear End
14:15 Full Weighted Flywheel
14:29 Balancing wheels
15:47 Indented firewalls
17:52 Specialty tools
18:42 Performance
19:50 Front end alignment tool
19:59 Color matches
20:44 What should I buy?
22:46 What to look for?
25:51 Rumble Seat29:54 Stalling Carburetor
30:52 T5 Transmission
32:04 Cleaning a gas tank
32:17 Wiring diagram
32:53 Favorite Model A
33:52 Where to buy a project car
34:33 Favorite Model A body
34:46 Motor oils
35:47 Burtz engine
36:01 High compression heads
37:33 Spare parts for trips
37:46 Roster of Clubs
38:41 Timing the Model A
39:19 Distributor problems
39:45 Tools when you break down
40:15 Model A is unique
41:15 Oil filters
43:24 Truing wheels
44:00 Fully sorted Model A
47:00 Overheating
47:37 Plentiful car
48:57 MPG
49:50 C&B Head
50:26 Death Wobble
50:31 Worn king pins
50:48 Alignment
50:54 Bent Axles
50:58 Towing problems
51:30 Paint
51:48 Adjusting valves
53:16 What to look for
53:52 Air Filter
54:22 Generator
54:36 Hot Rods
54:53 Speedometer
55:32 Off roading
56:17 Timing Lever
57:10 5 speed gear box
With every video I'm convinced more and more that this is a a hobby I can learn, this is a car I could maintain and keep up with forever, until it's time to pass it on to the next generation.
I'm inspired by "Pop's", there for whom the Model A is the first and last word in his passion for automobiles.
You're right, Brenton. Go for it, man!
Thanks for answering my question on the T5 transmission! I was guessing that Bob was going to comment that it was sacrilege to put a GM transmission in a Ford, but instead he gave a very logical and pragmatic explanation. Thanks again.
Thanks for participating, Kamran! We answered your question honestly and respectfully because you were genuine with it. We appreciate that.
I learned a lot of useful info. Thanks guys!😎
Bob seems like one of the greats, thanks for sharing him! While I'm sure we'd all like to have $10 Model A's out there again, at least we live in a time and era where we have the technology to share this information online with just about anyone.
I still miss my 1931 Model A and my 1957 Chevy HT. I don't think there's a part on my recent model A under $10.
Lovely video, I hope you have more often Bob in your videos I love ear all that good information about model A from first ✋hand and experienced person like Bob, 👍
That was SUPER!!!! Paul, I really enjoyed that question and answer session. Thank you for doing it for us. YOU DA MAN!!!!
Thank YOU!
Good job
Bob is such a wealth of knowledge. Great video with so much good advice/tips!👍
Wow, a one hour video - I'll enjoy that with a cold snack and my favorite radio show this evening :)
Never tried such a long one before. We will see how it does. You got a nice mention in this one.
@@ModelA Well, I watched the full hour non-stop, it was very entertaining! You two make some great story-tellers :D
So, in your opinion, both partial- and full-flow filters will do their job well?
I wrote you a mail concerning subtitles :)
@@AstraWerke I have both types on various cars. I know some argue that a full flow is bad because of the filter gets clogged up, then the bearings won't get oil. I change my oil so much, I don't even worry about it.
Very entertaining AND informative. Great way to share your experience and expertise to the "up and comers..."
Thanks, Rick! Did you catch the way we pronounce the acronym MAFCA?
@@ModelA Yes, I did. It affects me like someone scratching their fingernails on a blackboard. :)
@@mafcawebmaster4237 Hahahaaa!! Well, that wasn't the reaction I was hoping for.
@@ModelA What reaction did you hope I had? I've always heard MAFCA pronounced MAF-ka.
Bob's not really your father, is he?
Paul thanks for this informative video AND you answered my question!! I’ll be sure to reference this video as I continue my restoration. Thank you!!
Thanks, Ken.
Excellent, miss my dad, same stories as your father
I hope you got to spend some time with him. I cherish Bob ever day.
@@ModelA although 4 decades older, he taught me so much. I also have his 29 business coupe
That was fun! Very educational! Can't wait for Part 2. GOOD JOB!!!
Paul, $40k isn't too bad considering the level of restoration you've done on your Tudor Sedan. Restoration isn't cheap on any sort of classic vehicle nowadays, more-so if you're restoring to factory original or as close as possible. Great video!
Thanks Zack. When you start totaling it up, that's when it hurts.
One of the great aspects of this particular model, is that it can be a pay as you can project. Save a bit up front, and make up the difference in years to come with parts and labor... I mean "love", not labor.
Great video. Than you gentlemen. Great hat. My dad is a swabby from the USS Compton.
Thank YOU!
Perfect! Thanks for an excellent Q&A session. Please, more...you guys are great!
We will!
This was wonderful. Both of you had so much to bring. I've learned important things here.
I didn't think my question was important enough to be answered, but it turned up on the third sheet and I'm very happy that it was addressed. You're really answering all the questions. Thanks guys!!!
That's right, Rumble Seats are NOT safe. Don't even put a dog back there. Back in the day my grandmother lost a friend due to a chest injury when the car came to a fast stop.
Regarding the last question, Paul answered to go with a Mitchel Synchro Transmission. Wasn't that a bad thing earlier in the video because it eliminates the torque-tube?
The T5 is the mod that eliminates the torque tube
@@alexiskai Thank you.
I ended up doing my own research.
The T-5 seems to usually be the Borg-Warner unit heard about from time to time. And you are correct, that unit does require the elimination of the torque-tube.
I don't know why anyone would want to do that as Bob and Paul state that basically it weakens the structure of the car.
However, the Mitchell Synchronized Model-A Transmission, does not eliminate the torque-tube because it uses a Model A transmission housing, so the difference is only on the inside.
That was awesome! Wish I had a model a! Maybe someday!
Robert, you stole my thunder, lol.
Well... Get on that! Chop chop!!!
@@BillB23 sorry buddy!
@@ModelA like I said maybe someday!!! Just watching the channel makes me want one more and more!
@@ModelA NO! 🤣 Buy a Model A but please don't chop chop it!🤣
Love your show always wanted a Model A I put together a model T
Nice!! Thanks, Kevin
GREAT job, fellows! I always look forward to all the informative information! Well done!!
Glad you enjoyed it Clinton!
I recently picked up a 31 Model A sedan. Learning a lot watching your show.
Congratulations!
You guys are true experts on all things Model A.
Thanks Daniel!
The knowledge here is invaluable to all. I do not have a model A but would love to find one. My favorite would be a 1930 Speedster. Love the lines and I'm not afraid of getting wet. Keep 'em rollin'! Thanks! Very enjoyable video.
Thank YOU!
Model A BINGO! Love it!
Enjoyed the video. I am a boomer too and for some reason always loved to talk to the older folks. I friend like Bob for sure is priceless. When you talked about why Model A and Bob stated first car, that holds true for many of us. I love all kinds of cars but never have had a model A or T. I am deep into Corvairs and they are similar to the A's in respect to not expensive, many folks first car, many stories, available parts, can't just have one and have great clubs just like it sounds like the A club. Keep up the good work. Joe
Thanks for sharing, Joe!
Great video Paul, as always very informative and you and your dad are such a wealth of knowledge. Thanks
Thank YOU!
Thanks for answering my question!! Really good video Paul, you two are experts in the hobby and I’m learning so much from you. The weather in Illinois is finally breaking and I’m excited to get my A out again and work on it with things I’ve learned.
Thank YOU, John!
I watched your first video and smiled all the way through. I was given my dad’s ‘31 coup at 16. Restored it in high school and drove it to work when I was a flight instructor. Question, Watching you crank start it it looked like your thumb was wrapped around the crank. I was taught to wrap my fingers around the crank but not my thumb. If it kicked back the crank will slip out of your hand and not break your wrist.
Nice! As for crank starting: Watch this video for an explanation of why I'm not worried: ua-cam.com/video/oaCZ5lB9EJ4/v-deo.html
Loved part two. Very entertaining. Gotta get my wife one of those fans🤣
As a child, I can remember each winter riding in my father’s model A “Snow Bird”. The term Snow Bird was used but I’m not sure if that was the proper name for the conversion or a pet name given by my father. For those not familiar, this was a kit converting the A into a half track vehicle. The conversion was targeted towards traveling on snow plugged roads. He used it for just that purpose as our family house and dairy milking barn were separated by a mile. My most vivid memories - How steeply it would pitch up and down and side to side while climbing over large snow drifts. I always being fearful that it was going to tip over. The headlights were like two candles in the dark night and wind driven blowing snow. Any meager cabin heat was provided through a hole in the firewall. 🥶
What a great story. Thanks, Myrl!
Enjoy this Ford Model A video! 😘🚙😀 Mike from Missouri
Thanks Mike
You have almost talked me into getting a model A.. but to be honest good old fashioned advice right here.Its interesting stuff.
Excellent!
That was so informative! It’s great to have a human encyclopedia to learn from. I always wondered why they had a torch tube. Please do another
Coming soon!
Thanks Paul and Bob, very informative video and review of Model A questions. I share these with our Cuesta Crankers Club in SLO.
Thanks, Pete
Man, I was laughing and cracking up as if I was right there with you guys. I loved this, thank you for this video.
Thing to take with you in your tool box on a trip. Bailing wire, duct tape, and a clothes pin.
Thanks for answering my question.
That was very helpful.
A 31 sedan will fill the bill .
Thank you
I passed on a 1929 or a 1930 sedan here in Illinois under $12,000.
I like it! 1st hand knowledge is the best.
❤great Job as always
Thank you so much 😀
Thankyou for your service. The USS Johnston has quite a history.
Yes. He also served on DD-779 the Fox.
@@ModelA Had to look up the DD-779. Seems like if you didn't have bad luck you wouldn't have any luck at all. 101st Airborne for me.
Good video! Anytime you can document some of the folks that have been around the block once or twice is truly worthwhile.
3 dot...that's ham talk! Had that slapped out of me while getting my pilot's license. Gear heads leave the dot (or point, or whatever) out at least around here. 373's, 411's, etc. will get you by in any pit. Thanks for doing these!
What a nice video. Mr Guimarin thank you for sharing.
Gentlemen, another excellent video. Thank you!
Thank YOU!
Your videos helped me decide to start my own channel and thanks for answering my question Bob n Paul also pretty neat to be the first pick from the oil pan. Good job on this video you two. Oh and now I’m a convert to MayFCA pronouncement
Excellent! Let me know if I can help.
If you think the 4 cylinder A valve adjustment is tough, try the 1340 Pratt Whitney radial with 9 cylinders several feet high on a spray plane....
You're a better man than me, Rob!!!!
thanks for answering my question. fantastic video!
Thank YOU!
I'm so glad I found this. Delightful and enlightening! Thank you for the video. Subscribed.
Welcome aboard Hudson!
Awesome. Thank you guys. 👍
Thank you Paul for a great video !
Thank YOU!
A fantastic podcast video Paul, of course the star was Bob. He is a great man that reminds me of old Bob Eads who recently passed away at 93. He too knew all about Modle A's and all engines from the hit and miss up to the heavy ship engines. Currently my better half and I are looking at a 31 slant sedan, if we get it we will get a driver of an older restoration. We live in a small town with low speed limits and would use it as our summertime good weather driver. Thank you for your wonderful podcasts. My favorite in your collection is Tina's 29 sedan.
Thanks Robert. Congratulations!! Our 29 is a family handmedown.
I really enjoy this podcast, can't watch it enough. Thank you Paul and a special thanks to Bob.
Fantastic, thank you.
Thank YOU!
I use to know a fellow in Napa Calif. that had a 1929 model A roadster pickup. He said the 4 cylinder block was from a 1934 Ford. It had a Christie OHV cylinder head on it, a tube header, dual Chandler Groves 2 barrel carbs and a Mallory dual point distributor. The Christie cylinder was made in San Francisco if I remember correctly. I believe the trans was from a 39 Ford. I don't remember what the rear end was. I only rode in it once, but it was impressive to say the least. He built the pickup in the late 1950's or early 1960's while in school. He still owned it up til about 10 years ago when he was killed in a stupid accident. He was also ran a business for old Ford, Studebaker and Packard parts. His name was Steve W. -----Last name left out due to respect.
As far as the detent goes on the throttle I've always called it a rooster comb.
Excellent program, all my best Regards from Chile
Gracias Pedro!
Excellent video, old school!
Glad you enjoyed it!
I just acquired my dads model A. He got it in the late 60’s. It’s real rough but I’m going to fix it. I may document it on youtube. It was last run in the late 70’s when I was a teenager. It’s been stored in a cow barn for the past 25 years. Not a good place for a car for sure. I will be watching your vids as I go for sure.
Excellent! Please be sure to come back and give us all an update!
I have a late 31 Victoria and never knew the reason behind the indented firewall. Thanks
I have a '55 Packard, but I love Model As.
Nice
A wealth of info. Great video. Thank you.
Our pleasure!
I see Bob was on the USS Johnston (DD-821). My Dad was in the Navy and was also in the Mediterranean and Atlantic fleets. He was on the Pawcatuck (Oiler) and Canberra (CAG-2) around that time in the late 50's and early 60's. I forgot the exact dates he was on the two. Maybe they blockaded Cuba together and some point or were in the same task force. My Dad passed away last August, so I can't get anymore details for you. Great videos. I want to purchase my first Model A next spring. I live in Reno, and I see there is a Carson Model A club I'll reach out to. I'll be down in your area tomorrow on my Harley touring Angels Camp and Murphy's.
I'm on my way to Detroit to be on a TV show. Model T is home, so wave at he as you pass by.
Paul! Wow! This is Amazing stuff. What a Treasure WU1Q Mitch Martin
Thanks Mitch! 73 DE K6FRC
Yes sir. Keep them coming.
Hi I have A model A4door 1929 Unrestored it last ran in the 1960 about i got 4 new tires form Coker tire in the back set 10 years ago it should run i will need to change all fluids before I start it. THANK YOU for your Utubs Doug.
Good luck Doug!!
Sooo good!
In my country the rumble seat is yet and was always called “ The mother in law seat ! “
Same in mine! Ha ha!
@@ModelA while "rumble seats" are only recommended for slow traffic, parades, etc, "mother in law" seats are Mitchell Overdrive Endorsed for 65mph... Especially on bumpy backroads.
My oldest son, grown daughter, and I were talking about rumble seats. I mentioned I bought the phaeton and seat belts so the grandkids were safe in the back seat.
My son said "Yea but when we were young you and mom just threw us in the rumble seat and didn't worry!"
Without thinking I replied. "But I love the grandkids."
@@modeladenny1218 Hahaa!! nice...
@@ModelA That daughter is now in Key West and wouldn't take me. She was also supposed to make an hour video while in my Model A..... All I got was a lousy 12 sec.
Maybe I should have mentioned I love her too!
As De Niro told the Doctor In "Analyze This" "You are very good, You!"
The trailer offered in 1936 was the Mullins trailer and were only offered for two years. Fiberglass ones are now available.
Great Job - Great Info. Thanks
Thank You
Thank YOU
Love sites like this. Good job guys.
Thank you!
I just noticed the ship on his hat, is he a World War II veteran? Either way thank you for your service Bob!
Not WW2, but Korea. He was on the Johnston
@@ModelA wow that’s awesome!!
Great video, hope to see more, Thanks
Thank YOU!
May God Bless You Sir. Very ,,Beautiful car
God bless you too, John
The name rumble for the rear seat is even worse in spanish, it is called "ahí the pudras" which translates to -there you rot-
Hahahaa! That's english for Jajajaa!
Awesome 👌
If you love having a Model "A" You can't put a value on enjoyment.
Turn signals are almost a necessity because most other motorists today have no idea what the hand signals mean. I recently made a right turn and used the hand signal for the right turn and someone thought I was waving at them and promptly waved back!
At least they were friendly.
Really well done Paul and Bob
Hey Bob - has there ever been a postage stamp set commemorating the Model A? I’ve seen Henry Ford and Model T stamps but don’t recall seeing our great cars on a stamp .....
We are guessing there might be Model A stamps when the Model A turns 100 years old
I'm a lot older than you but younger than your Dad (I learned to drive in my "A"). My kids are grown and I am going to get my "A" back on the road. I took it off for a blown head gasket in 1988. It has been in the garage ever since. What sources do you recommend (parts, tools, .catalogs, websites,......) that may have become mainstream Model A while my "A" has been sleeping. You both mentioned a timing tool I have never heard of for example. I am not a "Kit A" kinda guy but think it is bad to be one. I am only interested in original Ford parts whenever possible and am willing to restore an original part before purchasing a part not made in America (if at all possible).
I enjoyed this Video very much, especially some of the answers! I do have one remark to a statement you made about checking the King Pins! When I bought my car, Fordor Blindback, I discovered the drivers side King Pin APPEARED to be worn! I bought the car anyway BECAUSE I wanted a Blindback. When I disassembled it I found the Axle had an OBLONG King Pin hole. I replaced the axle and everything was good. This was done 18+ years ago BUT now I have the same problem! I had a spare axle which I was saving "just in case" ONLY to find that the Drivers Side on that one was OBLONGE! My question is how can a guy be so LUCKY to have THREE BAD AXLES although the REAL question is "what is going on with this"? AND what are your thoughts of it just happening to the DRIVERS side? Again, a very enjoyable Video and am looking foward to the next one!
Something is amiss there. O bushings in it? There should be bushings where the king pins go.
@@ModelA I'm talking about the holes in the end of the AXLE!
@@joeg3296 Yes. There is a bushing that goes in the hole at the end of the axle that the kingpin fits into somewhat snugly. Does your axle not have them? Perhaps they wore through and into the axle?
@@ModelAI'm sorry but have never heard of such a bushing. I checked Bratton's parts book but could not find this type of bushing.
@@joeg3296 Yes. They are here- modelastore.com/king-pins?product_id=3234
At some point I'd really like to have a tour of that engine shop and his extensive parts collection. I feel that would be very interesting for the viewers....
Just come on by. Call first. He's in the MAFCA directory
@@ModelA Well thanks for the invite but I was hoping for a video tour.. I'm in Houston and haven't been to California in 20 years... lol
@@2packs4sure I have shown the machine shop in a couple of videos. It's really not impressive enough for its own video.
@@ModelA I really like seeing antique parts and hearing what they are and so forth,, I can't be the only one.
Thanks for answering my question! I look forward to more videos. Any chance I can just put you guys on my speed dial now? Haha.
We need one of those phone numbers where callers pay by the minute! That would be epic.
@@ModelA I feel like people would just leave argumentative messages. 🥴🤣
@@JDvintagemi Sadly, you're probably right.
@@ModelA I can afford two minutes worth. Can you talk fast?🤣
Nn n n oooooo.....
Loved the video. I wish I could chat with you guys. Maybe have a cold one. Being in michigan might be tough lol. Like I asked u before I am looking at that tudor. Couldn't find a better one from a vietnam navy pilot. I think its the one for me.
Come on out west, Tyrone! We always have an extra plastic chair for guests in the shop.
@@ModelA heck yea. My real name is scott 35 from garden city michigan. Used this name tyrone chillifoot forever lol from a DJ in an old late 80s video. Anyways. That would be awesome to talk about these cars. I just registered my 62 galaxie for motor muster greenfield village. Dearborn michigan fathers day weekend. I also go to old car festival there in september. That's where I want my model a to be in when i get it. Anyways. Yes one day id like to hang out with you guys.
Awesome
It's called a rumble seat, because that's where they would put you when your seat began to "rumble"
I bought a 28 AR in 1955 from the original owner that bought it new He was the first Ford Machanic Here .The car is a roadster still had the original spare tire I am 90 so had to sell it to a neighbour My other A is a local car 1930 A for dor murry body I spent 20,000 did allthe work And it is like new l had the engine done in Calgary But I think they did the bearings on the crank to tight as it quits after I drive 300 yards Can I tow it for a few miles to break it in .
Is Bob a DD-557 Johnston survivor? I saw they just found her four miles under the Pacific. Send my regards, enjoyed the video. PS.. Pennsylvania’s not that bad 🤪
Question for a second part, how does the Model A stack up to other manufacturers of the era? All respect to the A, it moved the country, but what are some things where it was outclassed, or it proved superior?
Learning a lot from ya, and looking forward to the upcoming buyers guide. There is a tempting Tudor just down the road that has been teasing me for months.
Never messed with anything but Fords from the era, so no experiences to comment upon. Maybe someone else can chime in?
Pennsylvania would have liked the south wind gasoline heater with the tank under the dash first time I rode in an A it flashed back.☹️my first was a 47woodie wagon 500$ 1958
Hahaa!!