The Ford Barn

Synchro909 · 03-20-2019, 03:27 AM

If there is anything that gets me steamed, it's this kind of thing. Clearly, the seller is lying (in his description) so who would deal with him after he has established himself as such a person.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/1929-Ford-M...YAAOSwNwhcdxdP

eagle · 03-20-2019, 07:28 AM

Because he listed it in the model A section? Doesnt seem like a big deal to me. Nice truck.

WHN · 03-20-2019, 07:37 AM

He is telling you it’s a Model A Ford?

No matter what anyone thinks of motive or knowledge. Listing is “Wrong”.

Should be removed from this section and listed properly.

It could be a nice truck. Enjoy.

Joe K · 03-20-2019, 07:53 AM

Its kind of like the Ebay "Model A Carburetor" section.

Every carburetor in the world apparently "fits Model A" so it gets included in the listing because it has the words "carburetor" and "Model A." Separate in the descriptor - but there and by being there merits being included by the search engine.

I blame sellers apparently trying to "widen" their auction viewership.

"Gee, if we include the words 'Model A' we can get in front of a whole lot of buyer$ who MIGHT be interested in our carburetor." Their possibility dooms you to a certainty of having to review their post.

I look at many of these carburetors with a thought "yeah they'll fit if you make a transition piece, bore out the main jet, arrange for linkage reverses to control the throttle and choke, and abandon the GAV knob on your dashboard."

Of course a few carburetors without much of above WERE applied to the Model A. The Kingston Gleaner fitments come to mind.

I will give these a pass in the spirit of generosity.

Joe K

deuce5wndw · 03-20-2019, 07:55 AM

If he hadn't put model A in the title how many people would have searched for a Buddy Stewart? Never heard of it myself. He (and you) made us all look!!

30 Closed Cab PU · 03-20-2019, 07:57 AM

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Details of the posting " is buddy Stewart its not fomoco display as is", so at least the details are correct. Possible he thought his chances of selling are improved by posing in Model A, more views and interest?

juke joint johnny · 03-20-2019, 09:16 AM

IF he had said "Model A Era " that would have been OK . It looks late twenties

I think Buddy Stewart refers to the body builder

Pity he doesn't mention who made the rest of it I'm thinking Dodge but probably wrong Any Ideas?

Dick Steinkamp · 03-20-2019, 09:27 AM

Also, I think there are many non car people that use "Model A" as a generic term for any old car. Like some call all soda types Coke even when they want an orange.

Whatever it is, I like it! Those wheels are unique and attractive. Amazing that it looks like it is virtually still all there. I'd be tempted to do the minimum to get it running, driving, stopping and leave the patina.

redmodelt · 03-20-2019, 09:44 AM

Same can be said for using Model T in the description, which may be used more often then A. Everyone knows that every old car was a Model T! You know my Uncle had one just like it but it was a Chevrolet.

Dick Steinkamp · 03-20-2019, 10:03 AM

The "Buddy Stewart" name threw me off. It's a Stewart truck. Here's some more info...

https://myntransportblog.com/2014/10...-new-york-usa/

http://forums.justoldtrucks.com/PrintTopic6446.aspx

http://theoldmotor.com/?p=105640

It would be interesting to know what engines they used or if they made their own.

vern hodgson · 03-20-2019, 10:38 AM

Wish I was younger this would be a really fun project

The Master Cylinder · 03-20-2019, 12:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Synchro909

If there is anything that gets me steamed, it's this kind of thing. Clearly, the seller is lying (in his description) so who would deal with him after he has established himself as such a person.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/1929-Ford-M...YAAOSwNwhcdxdP

I find it odd that you complain about this one ad when there are PAGES of axles for Hot Rods with disc brakes (just one example) or MAC's (and Elkler's) or other vendors dumping half their catalogs on ebay for you to wade thru. All they have to do is add (Fits Model A) to their title and it comes up in your search.

BTW, I think that truck is pretty neat. Thanks for pointing it out. But maybe we should beat him up because he "lied" about the number of cylinders also!

CHuDWah · 03-20-2019, 12:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dick Steinkamp

The "Buddy Stewart" name threw me off. It's a Stewart truck. Here's some more info...

https://myntransportblog.com/2014/10...-new-york-usa/

http://forums.justoldtrucks.com/PrintTopic6446.aspx

http://theoldmotor.com/?p=105640

It would be interesting to know what engines they used or if they made their own.

Some of the links you posted say they used Continental engines and Dayton wheels.

F.M. · 03-20-2019, 12:44 PM

WoW, Go to E-BAY and search Model A Ford Keys, 1,673 listings and I bet that there is not 25 Original A keys listed..I Am not going to go thru all the other junk to count them, but thats close..

Dick Steinkamp · 03-20-2019, 01:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CHuDWah

Some of the links you posted say they used Continental engines and Dayton wheels.

I should have read my own links closer.

Thanks!

Mike V. Florida · 03-21-2019, 09:44 PM

Report it if it bothers you. There is a report button on the listing.

03-20-2019, 03:27 AM	#1
Synchro909 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Melbourne, Australia Posts: 7,488	Fake eBay listing If there is anything that gets me steamed, it's this kind of thing. Clearly, the seller is lying (in his description) so who would deal with him after he has established himself as such a person. https://www.ebay.com/itm/1929-Ford-M...YAAOSwNwhcdxdP __________________ I'm part of the only ever generation with an analogue childhood and a digital adulthood.

03-20-2019, 07:28 AM	#2
eagle Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Eagle Bend, MN Posts: 2,025	Re: Fake eBay listing Because he listed it in the model A section? Doesnt seem like a big deal to me. Nice truck. __________________ "There are some that can destroy an anvil with a teaspoon and shouldn't be allowed to touch anything resembling a tool."

03-20-2019, 07:37 AM	#3
WHN Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Connecticut Shoreline Posts: 1,817	Re: Fake eBay listing He is telling you it’s a Model A Ford? No matter what anyone thinks of motive or knowledge. Listing is “Wrong”. Should be removed from this section and listed properly. It could be a nice truck. Enjoy.

03-20-2019, 07:53 AM	#4
Joe K Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Cow Hampshire Posts: 4,188	Re: Fake eBay listing Its kind of like the Ebay "Model A Carburetor" section. Every carburetor in the world apparently "fits Model A" so it gets included in the listing because it has the words "carburetor" and "Model A." Separate in the descriptor - but there and by being there merits being included by the search engine. I blame sellers apparently trying to "widen" their auction viewership. "Gee, if we include the words 'Model A' we can get in front of a whole lot of buyer$ who MIGHT be interested in our carburetor." Their possibility dooms you to a certainty of having to review their post. I look at many of these carburetors with a thought "yeah they'll fit if you make a transition piece, bore out the main jet, arrange for linkage reverses to control the throttle and choke, and abandon the GAV knob on your dashboard." Of course a few carburetors without much of above WERE applied to the Model A. The Kingston Gleaner fitments come to mind. I will give these a pass in the spirit of generosity. Joe K __________________ Shudda kept the horse. Last edited by Joe K; 03-20-2019 at 07:59 AM.

03-20-2019, 07:55 AM	#5
deuce5wndw Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Liberty, KY Posts: 898	Re: Fake eBay listing If he hadn't put model A in the title how many people would have searched for a Buddy Stewart? Never heard of it myself. He (and you) made us all look!!

03-20-2019, 07:57 AM	#6
30 Closed Cab PU Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2018 Posts: 2,332	Re: Fake eBay listing Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) Details of the posting " is buddy Stewart its not fomoco display as is", so at least the details are correct. Possible he thought his chances of selling are improved by posing in Model A, more views and interest?

03-20-2019, 09:16 AM	#7
juke joint johnny Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: London England Posts: 908	Re: Fake eBay listing IF he had said "Model A Era " that would have been OK . It looks late twenties I think Buddy Stewart refers to the body builder Pity he doesn't mention who made the rest of it I'm thinking Dodge but probably wrong Any Ideas?

03-20-2019, 09:27 AM	#8
Dick Steinkamp Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Bellingham, WA Posts: 1,163	Re: Fake eBay listing Also, I think there are many non car people that use "Model A" as a generic term for any old car. Like some call all soda types Coke even when they want an orange. Whatever it is, I like it! Those wheels are unique and attractive. Amazing that it looks like it is virtually still all there. I'd be tempted to do the minimum to get it running, driving, stopping and leave the patina. __________________ All steel from pedal to wheel Last edited by Dick Steinkamp; 03-20-2019 at 09:53 AM.

03-20-2019, 09:44 AM	#9
redmodelt Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Portland OR Posts: 6,340	Re: Fake eBay listing Same can be said for using Model T in the description, which may be used more often then A. Everyone knows that every old car was a Model T! You know my Uncle had one just like it but it was a Chevrolet. __________________ I know the voices aren't real but damn they have some good ideas!

03-20-2019, 10:03 AM	#10
Dick Steinkamp Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Bellingham, WA Posts: 1,163	Re: Fake eBay listing The "Buddy Stewart" name threw me off. It's a Stewart truck. Here's some more info... https://myntransportblog.com/2014/10...-new-york-usa/ http://forums.justoldtrucks.com/PrintTopic6446.aspx http://theoldmotor.com/?p=105640 It would be interesting to know what engines they used or if they made their own. __________________ All steel from pedal to wheel Last edited by Dick Steinkamp; 03-20-2019 at 10:12 AM.

03-20-2019, 10:38 AM	#11
vern hodgson Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: langley, wa. Posts: 642	Re: Fake eBay listing Wish I was younger this would be a really fun project

03-20-2019, 12:44 PM	#14
F.M. BANNED Join Date: Sep 2017 Posts: 385	Re: Fake eBay listing WoW, Go to E-BAY and search Model A Ford Keys, 1,673 listings and I bet that there is not 25 Original A keys listed..I Am not going to go thru all the other junk to count them, but thats close..

03-21-2019, 09:44 PM	#16
Mike V. Florida Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: South Florida Posts: 14,054	Re: Fake eBay listing Report it if it bothers you. There is a report button on the listing. __________________ What's right about America is that although we have a mess of problems, we have great capacity - intellect and resources - to do some thing about them. - Henry Ford II

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