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11-08-2020, 10:34 AM | #1 |
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New to Barn 1930 Model A
This is my first venture into a vehicle this old. I've had dozens of cars from Mustangs, MGs, Trans Ams, Corvettes, Z28s, etc, and now I wanted to go back to something that has some heritage and strong following. I was looking at Packards, but the thought of limited parts sources and waning participation in forums were not a good indicator, so I searched out either a Model A or T.
After quite a search, I did find this 1930 that I ended up purchasing. It arrived yesterday and I was very excited. There are items that will need to be addressed, but I wanted to get a good foundation to work with. I'll be posting a couple items later today that I'll be working on, but I'll save that for the other post. I'm mad that I missed out by hours on a '31 Victoria, but this will be a good second place winner. |
11-08-2020, 10:42 AM | #2 |
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Re: New to Barn 1930 Model A
Looooking gooood!
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11-08-2020, 11:03 AM | #3 |
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Welcome aboard! Sharp looking car.....
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11-08-2020, 12:33 PM | #4 |
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Re: New to Barn 1930 Model A
Good Morning...paul@paulshinn has a number of videos on how to maintain your Model A. You might want to watch a few and see what you think of his advice...sometimes watching a video is better than reading the instructions in a book...or at least a combination of both is helpful. Ernie in Arizona
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11-08-2020, 12:56 PM | #5 |
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Re: New to Barn 1930 Model A
Welcome and really nice looking car! Join a club, get the books and drive off into the sunset....
Mike
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11-08-2020, 01:10 PM | #6 |
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11-08-2020, 01:29 PM | #7 |
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Re: New to Barn 1930 Model A
Welcome to the barn. Great looking ride ! Wayne
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11-08-2020, 01:54 PM | #8 |
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That's a good looking sedan. When was it restored?
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11-08-2020, 07:18 PM | #9 | |
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11-08-2020, 07:47 PM | #10 |
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Please edit your profile and add your location. This is a truly amazing forum and you will be surprised at the number of responses you can receive to answer your questions.
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11-08-2020, 09:53 PM | #11 |
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Good looking Model A.
As you can see, I like Tudors. Chris W. |
11-09-2020, 01:23 PM | #12 |
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Glad to see you have gotten into the hobby. I have been here since April, 1964 and have loved tinkering with Model As ever since. Get a copy of the Model A Ford Mechanics Handbook, Vol I and a copy of the Model A Service Bulletins and start studying. Ed PS I purchased a 1931 Victoria last December.
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11-09-2020, 10:49 PM | #13 | |
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11-09-2020, 10:51 PM | #14 |
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Not sure. This was purchased as part of a multi vehicle purchase from the previous owner. There are some exterior flaws, but I'm optimistic in overcoming them, and of course once winter draws it last breath, being able to enjoy it.
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11-10-2020, 07:38 AM | #15 |
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Thought I'd post a quick video I made on the departure of my '70 Corvette that I had for 30 years, and the first drive of my 1930 after it was delivered. I think some may appreciate the visual effects.
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11-10-2020, 10:05 AM | #16 |
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Nice looking Corvette....small block looks like?
How bout your TransAm......SD455 maybe? Oh yeah, nice looking Model A too |
11-10-2020, 01:13 PM | #17 | |
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What a culture shock going from one two door car to the other! Nice video. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Last edited by shew01; 11-10-2020 at 02:46 PM. |
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11-10-2020, 02:34 PM | #18 |
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Beautiful sedan! Replace the original steel fan with a new repro cast aluminum fan and get a reprint or original owners manual and the red Les Andrews repair book is of great help for the garage mechanic that has a Model A. Safe driving!!
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11-10-2020, 02:44 PM | #19 |
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Great looking car ! Similar story here, my recently acquired ‘30 Tudor (1 week ago) is parked beside my ‘65 Mustang. I’ve wanted an A since riding in my Uncle’s sedan delivery as a child. Good luck with yours and enjoy the ride !
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