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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-26-2016, 03:44 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,082
Posted By armchair67
Re: So, You Want To Go For A Winter Drive

I should add that some of the aftermarket replacement parts on my Model A-such as the brake rods, nuts and bolts, etc-rusted at a truly alarming rate. If you are going to use your car in such a...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-26-2016, 03:42 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,082
Posted By armchair67
Re: So, You Want To Go For A Winter Drive

I too used my Model A every day, for 15 months or so, in Chicago, through every season. I didn't even have a garage for it. Yes, my car was parked outside, just like it would have been when it was a...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-15-2016, 08:09 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 14,488
Posted By armchair67
Re: Who still uses a 'stick shift' in their modern vehicle ?

Wow there ARE a lot of us with both Model A's and air cooled VWs. my 31 Model A is a stick of course and I have owned a lot of old VWs over the years and still do. The Cadillac CTS-V I owned previous...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-10-2016, 04:35 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,845
Posted By armchair67
Re: High School Model A restoration

Excellent! This is what will keep the hobby ALIVE
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-24-2016, 12:35 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,055
Posted By armchair67
Re: February 22, 1941

Congratulations! And thank you for your service.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-31-2016, 11:09 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,567
Posted By armchair67
Re: Seat belts ?

I installed seat belts front and rear in my car, but lap belts only. I would love to install 3 point retractables, but it seems to me that the only way to do it so they would actually function in a...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-31-2016, 11:07 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 9,662
Posted By armchair67
Re: Life is too short, use and enjoy your cars

Very good thread, and very true. I am 41 and work long long hours. I have made it a goal this year to cut back and enjoy life more-my five year old son and my cars. I have been a car nut since I was...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-30-2015, 06:01 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,333
Posted By armchair67
Re: Our new Baby...

Nice to see another Chicago based Model A owner. Whereabouts are you in Chicago? I am in Andersonville, and own a 1931 Tudor. Welcome, and don't forget to join the Illinois Region MARC , we have...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-28-2015, 08:02 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 10,005
Posted By armchair67
Re: 1930 1931 Model A Ford Accessory Tool Box

I have the "Basement" in my 31 Tudor and love it. I am able to carry tools, extra oil, repair manuals, tools, etc.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-28-2015, 07:27 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 9,143
Posted By armchair67
Re: Driving an "a" in snow..?

I drove mine all last winter and let me tell you, it was a real winter. I got stuck once, had to dig out a little bit, but so did an SUV that tried to make it down the same alley AFTER I made it...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-19-2015, 02:42 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 8,702
Posted By armchair67
Re: Travel plans 1,000miles in a 28 phaeton

I agree with what others have said here. I put about 12,000 miles on my Model A over a year or so , from last year to this year, and it never once left me stranded. I did install an alternator as I...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-08-2015, 07:04 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,020
Posted By armchair67
Re: fix a flat for use with tube tires

I used it last year in my Model A. I got a flat tire, dead of winter, strong blowing snow, with two kids in the car. I would have changed it if I had to on the spot, if I had to, but the fix a flat...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 12-08-2015, 07:02 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 11,150
Posted By armchair67
Re: I Want to Buy a Model A

My 1931 Model A Tudor is also my first Model A, having purchased it a little less than a year and a half ago. What some of the others have said about joining a local club is extremely important. I...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-05-2015, 01:39 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,292
Posted By armchair67
Check out this Model A in Chicago

Was surprised to see this Model A being used to advertise an Auto Wrecking company on the south side of the city!
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-05-2015, 01:34 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,841
Posted By armchair67
Re: A Trip to Chicago????

My vote is for Lou Malnati's also, for pizza. The original is in Lincolnwood, but there are others including in the city. I live in Chicago, not the suburbs, and there are many cool things to do...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-05-2015, 01:22 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,134
Posted By armchair67
Re: Time for a new Ford???????????

My understanding is that most American cars up until the 1970s was that, especially if it was from the rust belt, a car with 60-70,000 miles on it was pretty much shot. I am 41 and do remember as a...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-01-2015, 06:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,369
Posted By armchair67
Re: Don't Give up - There is a finish line!

Whether you do all the work or farm it out, as long as folks enjoy their cars, that is the important thing. Once you get it all sorted out, these cars are truly reliable and fun.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-31-2015, 02:43 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,631
Posted By armchair67
Re: Daily Driver For Over A Year

Here are a couple. I will put a few more up and see if I can upload the video of a winter drive from my facebook to the Barn, since the phone I used to record it originally was damaged.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-31-2015, 02:25 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,631
Posted By armchair67
Re: Daily Driver For Over A Year

Sorry for the delay in getting back to your responses, all, it got very busy at work! I appreciate the support. I am going to go through the brakes and trans on my car this winter, but do plan on...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-31-2015, 02:08 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 8,608
Posted By armchair67
Re: I am getting confirmation that I am getting . . . o l d

As stated above, you are only as old as you feel. I'm 41, still like the same things I did as a kid-cars, girls, music, hell I still love to skateboard. Don't get me wrong, I appreciate things that I...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-13-2015, 09:23 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,864
Posted By armchair67
Re: how would an A hold up ????

Glad she is ok that is for sure! Don't think an A would be totaled, but surely pretty damaged. I have seat belts in mine, but would love to put shoulder belts in for things like that. I was just in a...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-13-2015, 09:17 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,631
Posted By armchair67
Daily Driver For Over A Year

I joined here in August of 2014, just as I was buying a 1931 Tudor for daily use. I sold my Cadillac CTS-V to buy it, and a lot of people though that I was a little crazy for replacing it with an 83...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-20-2015, 04:29 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 16,711
Posted By armchair67
Re: Prayers needed Lost my Son

I cannot even imagine... Very sorry for your loss.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-07-2015, 05:50 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 7,044
Posted By armchair67
Re: New Model A owner

Welcome. I've had my 31 Tudor for a little under a year. It's been my everyday driver. I've learned a lot that's for sure. My expectations were low as I knew I was going from a modern, 400hp Cadillac...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-07-2015, 05:41 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,030
Posted By armchair67
Re: June 7 - Sharon WI - Model A Day

Today was my first time at the event. My five year old and I met the Illinois marc and headed over to Sharon. Had a great time, excellent event. I was personally very impressed with the turn out...
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