The Ford Barn

Corley · 01-22-2018, 06:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2manycars

Kevin, I fully agree with what you said. I am dissapointed that a magazine named "the restorer" would print articles on modifications.

I'd agree if it were not for the fact that about 98% of A's out there already have some sort of modifications.

figment · 01-22-2018, 06:30 PM

I agree with Mark Maron #17 above . I re-read my post and it didn't come out right . I like both magazines but perfer the articles that explain how the car or parts were as they come from the factory as apposed to the modifications . I have been getting both club magazines for over 35 years and have no plans of dropping anytime soon . Norm

barkleydave · 01-22-2018, 07:00 PM

X2 x2

Mike V. Florida · 01-22-2018, 07:33 PM

But now that it is in print it is now true.

Such boldfaced incorrect info!

Jeff/Illinois · 01-22-2018, 07:48 PM

The repop upper plate I had for a very short time was a total POS.

Thank goodness I had an original SP marked upper plate when I converted BACK to the original Henry Ford design. I like that set up a lot better and don't plan on ever going back. Throw in an A&L condensor and you are off to the races.

Jeff/Illinois · 01-22-2018, 07:49 PM

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Originally Posted by BRENT in 10-uh-C

Who was the author of the article?

Check your PM

Jeff/Illinois · 01-22-2018, 07:51 PM

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Originally Posted by BRENT in 10-uh-C

Funny thing, I have always thought both club's magazine was not named correctly. The Model-A News seems to fit the Club of America better and The Restorer seemed to be a better name for the MARC club.

From my perspective, the difficult issue of this entire scenario is both magazines likely need articles for content. Most authors likely feel like they are experienced at what they write about, ...and if that author submits an article and the Magazine Editor wants to edit the content of the article, it likely ticks off the author and they will retract their submission. So now the editorial staff must walk a fine-line of choosing how much inaccuracies they are willing to accept vs. not having any content at all. Tough scenario to be in.

Model A world 'fake news'????

Ron in Quincy · 01-22-2018, 08:51 PM

Been a MAFCA member since 1962 and have no plans to drop my membership. The "A" people I have met over the years is what makes this such a great hobby.
When asked for my opinion I say the "A" is yours, you do what ever is pleasing to you. All my "A"s have Black Walls, metal valve stems, and black wheels, they sell lots of white wall tires so many people must like them.

By the way, I meant my Engine has a counter balanced Crankshaft, not flywheel. Hell to get old !!!!

Ron

Bob C · 01-22-2018, 09:14 PM

I must have led a sheltered life because I don't think I have ever seen
brass point contacts.

Bob

Mike V. Florida · 01-23-2018, 12:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bob C

I must have led a sheltered life because I don't think I have ever seen
brass point contacts.

Bob

Exactly the point, now that it is in print, people will quote it thinking it is true when it is not.

Fullraceflathead · 01-23-2018, 02:11 PM

Makes you wonder if the Author was just sitting at his PC making up an Article just for the Money.

F.M. · 01-23-2018, 03:22 PM

Also, Who if anyone does the Proof Reading ??

40 Deluxe · 01-23-2018, 10:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fullraceflathead

Makes you wonder if the Author was just sitting at his PC making up an Article just for the Money.

X2! (or more)

Lee Mitch · 01-23-2018, 10:54 PM

Could not agree more "barkleydave"!

redmodelt · 01-23-2018, 11:05 PM

Biggest problem I see with this whole string is there are a lot of people out there that are not members of ether club and have no idea what was in the story in the first place. He is not doing it for the money. Even if he did get paid, how much would the Restorer pay? He does get some things wrong but he is at least trying, how many of you are sitting behind the computer commenting now has ever submitted anything to one of the publications? Maybe you should and we call can gang up and rip it apart.

Bill G · 01-24-2018, 12:41 AM

Folks here can be brutal.

RockHillWill · 01-24-2018, 10:26 AM

I changed my mind.

George Miller · 01-24-2018, 11:11 AM

it is not about modifying a car that is up to you. It is about putting out completely false information.
If they want to print a article about modifying a car at least get it right. I have modified cars but I do not call myself the restorer club.

Steve Plucker · 01-24-2018, 11:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by redmodelt

Biggest problem I see with this whole string is there are a lot of people out there that are not members of ether club and have no idea what was in the story in the first place. He is not doing it for the money. Even if he did get paid, how much would the Restorer pay? He does get some things wrong but he is at least trying, how many of you are sitting behind the computer commenting now has ever submitted anything to one of the publications? Maybe you should and we call can gang up and rip it apart.

Along with this and for those of you who have pointed out the problem or problems (in any written article in eithr magizine)...how about taking it up with the editors and club officers of both clubs or do you not want to do this?

Pluck

brum1 · 01-24-2018, 02:17 PM

I too think both magazines are excellent, I do appreciate anyone who is willing to take the time to share knowledge by writing an article. It does help sustain the hobby more so than not.

I would suggest contacting magazine editors or other officers to offer corrections or suggestions, just my opinion

01-22-2018, 06:30 PM	#22
figment Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 332	Re: The Restorer needs to fact check its articles!!! I agree with Mark Maron #17 above . I re-read my post and it didn't come out right . I like both magazines but perfer the articles that explain how the car or parts were as they come from the factory as apposed to the modifications . I have been getting both club magazines for over 35 years and have no plans of dropping anytime soon . Norm

01-22-2018, 07:00 PM	#23
barkleydave Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Kentucky Posts: 502	Re: The Restorer needs to fact check its articles!!! X2 x2

01-22-2018, 07:33 PM	#24
Mike V. Florida Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: South Florida Posts: 14,054	Re: The Restorer needs to fact check its articles!!! But now that it is in print it is now true. Such boldfaced incorrect info! __________________ 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

01-22-2018, 07:48 PM	#25
Jeff/Illinois Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 2,789	Re: The Restorer needs to fact check its articles!!! The repop upper plate I had for a very short time was a total POS. Thank goodness I had an original SP marked upper plate when I converted BACK to the original Henry Ford design. I like that set up a lot better and don't plan on ever going back. Throw in an A&L condensor and you are off to the races.

01-22-2018, 08:51 PM	#28
Ron in Quincy Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Quincy, CA. Posts: 1,708	Re: The Restorer needs to fact check its articles!!! Been a MAFCA member since 1962 and have no plans to drop my membership. The "A" people I have met over the years is what makes this such a great hobby. When asked for my opinion I say the "A" is yours, you do what ever is pleasing to you. All my "A"s have Black Walls, metal valve stems, and black wheels, they sell lots of white wall tires so many people must like them. By the way, I meant my Engine has a counter balanced Crankshaft, not flywheel. Hell to get old !!!! Ron

01-22-2018, 09:14 PM	#29
Bob C Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: So Cal Posts: 8,743	Re: The Restorer needs to fact check its articles!!! I must have led a sheltered life because I don't think I have ever seen brass point contacts. Bob

01-23-2018, 02:11 PM	#31
Fullraceflathead Senior Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: Chillicothe, Missouri Posts: 1,176	Re: The Restorer needs to fact check its articles!!! Makes you wonder if the Author was just sitting at his PC making up an Article just for the Money. __________________ "If I asked people what they wanted they would have said faster horses." -Henry Ford "Primitive technology is not a design flaw" 1928 Ford Model A Roadster Pickup 1930 Gordon Smith Air Compressor 1941 Willy's Pickup 1960 Thunderbird-For Sale 1964 Buick Riviera 2x4 425 1965 Pontiac GTO, 455 Super Duty 2004 Dodge Ram SRT-10, V-10 Viper 1977 Charger Jet Boat,460 Ford,Jacuzzi Jet Front Engine Nostalgia Dragster,Supercharged 296 "Fullrace Flathead" Ford Engine Build up on DVD ask

01-23-2018, 03:22 PM	#32
F.M. BANNED Join Date: Sep 2017 Posts: 385	Re: The Restorer needs to fact check its articles!!! Also, Who if anyone does the Proof Reading ??

01-23-2018, 10:54 PM	#34
Lee Mitch Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Sandy, OR. Posts: 157	Re: The Restorer needs to fact check its articles!!! Could not agree more "barkleydave"!

01-23-2018, 11:05 PM	#35
redmodelt Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Portland OR Posts: 6,340	Re: The Restorer needs to fact check its articles!!! Biggest problem I see with this whole string is there are a lot of people out there that are not members of ether club and have no idea what was in the story in the first place. He is not doing it for the money. Even if he did get paid, how much would the Restorer pay? He does get some things wrong but he is at least trying, how many of you are sitting behind the computer commenting now has ever submitted anything to one of the publications? Maybe you should and we call can gang up and rip it apart. __________________ I know the voices aren't real but damn they have some good ideas!

01-24-2018, 12:41 AM	#36
Bill G Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Walla Walla, WA Posts: 1,045	Re: The Restorer needs to fact check its articles!!! Folks here can be brutal.

01-24-2018, 10:26 AM	#37
RockHillWill Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Rock Hill, S.C. Posts: 985	Re: The Restorer needs to fact check its articles!!! I changed my mind. __________________ Uncle Bud says "too soon old, too late smart!"

01-24-2018, 11:11 AM	#38
George Miller Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: NC Posts: 2,975	Re: The Restorer needs to fact check its articles!!! it is not about modifying a car that is up to you. It is about putting out completely false information. If they want to print a article about modifying a car at least get it right. I have modified cars but I do not call myself the restorer club.

01-24-2018, 02:17 PM	#40
brum1 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Raynham, Mass. Posts: 583	Re: The Restorer needs to fact check its articles!!! I too think both magazines are excellent, I do appreciate anyone who is willing to take the time to share knowledge by writing an article. It does help sustain the hobby more so than not. I would suggest contacting magazine editors or other officers to offer corrections or suggestions, just my opinion __________________ "no one knows more than everyone"