Ford Model A Brake Inspection - You'll be SHOCKED at what I found!

[@johnnyrocket6588]

I think the funniest parts were when Paul yelled happily jewelry when ever spacers and lug nuts fell off when he took a wheel off.

[@ModelA]

Haha! I'm a simple man. I amuse easily.

[@discerningmind]

I loved when he did that too!!!

[@jeromebreeding3302]

The only thing worse than those visors on the headlights, would be the "eyelashes" installed on some late models, Tacky, tacky, tacky !

[@mikem3950]

I look forward to the release of every episode. You provide some sensibility in this mad world..

[@ModelA]

Thanks Mike!

[@jeffanderlik7695]

Us grandkids missed the opportunity to buy our grandpa's Model A years ago because we were all young and broke when it became available. We were given right of first refusal, too. I often think about what might have been with that car.

[@ModelA]

Oh, man... Dang..

[@discerningmind]

That's sad.

[@carmengianforte2501]

Athena thanks you for using "HOLLOW GROUND" screwdrivers. Look forward everyday for your next video. I learn so much from you.

[@ModelA]

I keep calling them the wrong thing!! Gonna write "hollow ground" 100 times and see if I can get it right one of these days. Thank you!

[@aeoliankid1]

Great instructive video! Love your floor jack, sounds like an enraged Blue Jay when you use it!

[@dastrayer63]

The turkeys are gobbling at your jack "yelp". Good video.

[@ModelA]

Hahaa!

[@gordonwilkinson4389]

Really looking forward to seeing part 2 Paul

[@ModelA]

The next part has been out almost a year.

[@gordonwilkinson4389]

@@ModelA Thanks will watch asap

[@ModelA]

Awesome! I hope you enjoy it

[@Dan-qy1rg]

Glad to see you have those new plugs for your pump and the wiring harness. You were very wise to check all of them especially with the threading die, can't understand why they just didn't replace the stud. See you soon, stay safe!

[@ModelA]

Because it's a huge ordeal to replace them, as you could see.

[@Dan-qy1rg]

@@ModelA Your right there!

[@MartsGarage]

I'm no longer shocked by anything I find on an old Ford. I'd say this was a very good result. Glad to see any Old Ford content. Garbage? Turkey? I think you do the car an injustice. It's 90 years old. Just tear it down and rebuild it. Mart in the UK.

[@ModelA]

I have restored Model As from the ground up. The plan with this Model A is to just service it and make is somewhat reliable, not a full restoration

[@discerningmind]

Paul, Shake that can of Boeshield T-9 and spray your floor jack with it. Use the applicator straw. The the jack will be a good example for the long lasting effectiveness of the Boeshield T-9. Next week in part two I'll be listening for the jack being silent and smooth as velvet. Hi to Tina. I'm hoping she'll make a video with her work on Athena. God Bless.

[@ModelA]

I sprayed the jack moving parts with T-9 (shook it vigorously first!). Still squeaks. I think it always will.

[@discerningmind]

@@ModelA When it still squeaks the Boeshield T-9 isn't making it to the parts that need it. I'm sorry your first use was a fail. Trust me that it is an overwhelmingly excellent product. Don't shelf it or re-gift it. Keep using it. Today I did hinges, car doors, trunk and hood. Also the doors and trunk latch mechanisms.

[@ModelA]

@@discerningmind On the contrary, my first use was an absolute success! My first use was for some stuck adjustment hardware for the car lift. It worked excellent!

[@discerningmind]

@@ModelA Great!!!

[@isetta4083]

You know, the brief comment about having autism made me indescribably happy, as a 17 year old with autism it's amazing to see someone older than me with their life together and getting to enjoy their hobbies. I hope to have a fully functional and reliable 1933 Austin 7 someday, which I like to think is effectively the Model A's smaller british cousin. I really don't know the first thing about cars and mechanics though, I'm definitely more a luthier by trade and building instruments is what I like to think I do best Absolutely love this channel

[@ModelA]

Thanks!! I am fully functional when it comes to electronics, cars, etc. I am a miserable failure when it comes to the human condition. I married the girl I met in 7th grade and fell in love with, but would like have been single otherwise. Most people dislike my "truth at all costs" way of doing things. But the few friends I do have appreciate hearing the truth no matter what, and the frankness. Depending on your level of autism, I'm sure you know what I mean. But, people will either love you or hate you, there is no in-between. Just stay true to yourself and let the chips fall where they may. Be the best friend you can to everyone, even at your own expense. Those who are true friends will be obvious. Don't waste time on the others.

[@isetta4083]

@@ModelA beautiful words, I'm lucky to say in recent years I feel I've truly found a social circle I'm comfortable in and a loving partner I really see a future with, soon I'll be finishing my carpentry course and be getting a job and optimistic it'll all work out if I can maybe become a bit more financially responsible- maybe having a car made before WWII on the road isn't something that's gonna happen for me any time soon but I'm sure I'll get there eventually when I find some stability, it's a bucket list thing I suppose. When did you get your first model A? Assuming you've been around them since you were a kid. it's an awesome niche to be into, I heard every single part of them is still in production somewhere. Sorry this ended up being a super long comment, I got carried away and ended up sharing too much again

[@ModelA]

No worries, my friend. I first became financially stable, THEN bought the first Model A in my name. I live debt-free, and until I was 100% debt-free, I wasn't going to buy one. But, I bought a near basket case tudor sedan when I turned 39 and had zero regrets or conscious, financially speaking. I poured a ton of money into it, making it perfection by my standards. But again, being debt free, no guilt for the money spent on it.

[@isetta4083]

@@ModelA infinitely worth it for an old car, always made me so happy seeing them on the road and I can't wait to hopefully pass that experience on to the next generation. Its quite sad that in Britain I think motoring culture is nothing like what it seems to be in the US, nobody really has their grandpa's first car as a family heirloom, or an old barnfind that they're working to get running again like I hear these stories about from the states, that might be because British engineering is notoriously a little bit crap and our working people's cars really weren't the prettiest. But yet again, I'm optimistic I'll get that Austin 7 eventually. Thanks a tonne for this conversation))

[@elund408]

light eyelids by JC Whitney. I used to love those catalogs.

[@mcdugalmcstiffy6889]

I bought a wiring harness for my '40 Chevy through JC Whitney. $30 bucks. Great memories.

[@paulzumpf3612]

It's really too bad they went broke.

[@pfkinsey]

Just found your channel a few days ago. Great videos. Has me thinking about getting a Model A. I live near Boyertown, PA where Boyertown Body Works is now a museum and used to customize Model A's shipped to them from the Ford plant in Chester, PA back in the day. Great show there every Saturday of Labor Day weekend, so we take our rides there and also tour the museum.

[@ModelA]

Welcome aboard!

[@j81851]

Best content on KZbin hands down! Enjoyed it so much!

[@ModelA]

Thanks John!

[@deanehill9730]

You were fortunate that those rear brake drums came off so easily, they can be very difficult when the taper is in good condition. Thanks for another informative video.

[@ModelA]

That's why I use the hub pulling tool that I use. Even stubborn ones come off easy!

[@James-xo4uv]

I personally like the headlight eyebrows ,with the jewel that lights up with the headlights on

[@ModelA]

Some people like those. I lean more towards the purist side, I guess. 5 people called dibs on them so far!

[@manuelstarr3602]

As usual Paul, thanks for your hard work.. you make it look like a pleasure. That trolley jack gets a bit of a squeak up. cheers mate 🥂

[@ModelA]

That's how I can tell if it's mine.

[@terryharper3137]

I'm planning on. Getting a model A in the near future. I live in Sonora. I'm surprised to see the Timken tapered bearings in the front hubs. Even my 41 Chevy Pick-up had ball bearings like a skate board. Very much enjoy your videos. 😊

[@ModelA]

Excellent! Drop by Hurst Ranch on the 4th Thursday of the month at 6 PM and meet the whole gang!

[@terryharper3137]

@@ModelA thanks Paul.

[@mr_paw_t]

imagine the "peace of mind" after getting it "better sorted" ......as always, we appreciate and enjoy your videos.

[@ModelA]

Thanks, Paw! Once it is safe to drive, it's going up for sale. I want the space in my shop back!

[@johncharlton2602]

In England those head lamp visors are known as "kidney cutters" for obvious reasons !!! . Today I changed out a front shoe as on inspection I found the lining partially detached . I had to sort through a pile of shoes to suit the standard 11"" drum . Most were ground to suit a skimmed drum . I dont like those axle shims they prevent a solid mechanical bond between taper and hub . John Charlton

[@ModelA]

I'm also not a fan of axle shims. However, if you have slightly worn hubs, and you are short on cash, they will get your Model A back on the road.

[@johncharlton2602]

​@@ModelA I just cant live with a shim so I change out the axle or hub whatever suits. Very luckily I have been a parts hoarder for about 45 years so have about a dozen rear axles in the "stores" . The problem with the shim it eventually allows the drive to be taken by the key which it is not designed to do . In the axles I have taken apart the ones with shims the axle keyway is always damaged . My local Model A shop cuts a new keyway 65 degrees away NOT 90 degrees away . You are right of course it does keep a car "on the road" . Today I sorted through a heap of shoes and most all were ground oversized I did get lucky with one the right thickness and standard 11" arc . Keep up the good work you are indeed a star !!!

[@ModelA]

Thanks, John. Definitely NOT a "star". Just a Model A guy. Regarding hoards of parts, I once heard my dad say (when someone announced they had some Model A parts for sale or free), "We better get over there and get those parts before some hoarder ends up with them". He has no idea he's a hoarder!!

[@johncharlton2602]

@@ModelA OOOPS new keyway cut at 130 degrees NOT 180 degrees brain fade .I have a universal rear hub puller which works on all hub styles I will post it on "Ford Barn" I have not seen this style in USA maybe Danish

[@BillB23]

This is the first episode where I can complain about your editing. The voice track is extremely on again off again. Other than having to jockey gain controls it's your usual excellent offering. Thanks, Paul. Edit: I have never disliked an episode, and this one is no exception. You, sir, have awakened a hankering for a Model A in me. Now all I have to do is find the money. Why do they call it a fixed income when I'm always broke?

[@ModelA]

Thanks! I record everything on an iphone. No flashy professional gear or production here. Just low-tech personal info being shared. If you'd like to volunteer to produce videos for me, I would gladly accept!

[@clintonrothwell5709]

Thanks Paul ... blessings

[@BeetTheRush]

Hope you're feeling better! Looking forward to the cable change. I don't know much, but I know Athena's cables were anxiety-inducing!

[@ModelA]

Very much so! How are YOU feeling these days?

[@BeetTheRush]

@@ModelA we're still trying to find out what's causing the pain, but we found some meds that alleviate the pain, which is great! So I'm feeling better 😊

[@jochenstacker7448]

I wish my hooptie (a 2002 Ford Fiesta) looked anywhere near as good as this century old treasure. I adore Model A Fords. Awooga!

[@ModelA]

Thanks Jochen!

[@kdog622]

Can you provide a part number/ordering info for that screwdriver set? That is awesome! Just what I need for fathers day!

[@ModelA]

Here is a similar set on Amazon- www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HTN4EWG?pf_rd_r=NSE1JXB7Q7S8D2A0PQ7Q&pf_rd_p=5ae2c7f8-e0c6-4f35-9071-dc3240e894a8&pd_rd_r=ed240d98-1c6f-4cf2-abb4-f84c3aa13e28&pd_rd_w=Q397z&pd_rd_wg=29jAE&linkCode=ll1&tag=paulshinn-20&linkId=70b6714bac91051de5c6fd912c6a2b85&ref_=as_li_ss_tl

[@kdog622]

@@ModelA perfect! Thanks!

[@jayoneill1533]

Great episode Paul, watching you discover Athena’s pluses and minuses is an adventure. However, I am a little shocked that you haven’t lubricated that jack !

[@ModelA]

I did! And it still sounds like that. Now, it's just part of the schtick. When people come to my shop, they make the sound with their mouth as then pump it just to make sure I hear them making fun of it.

[@jayoneill1533]

@@ModelA Now I get the joke ! It is seemed very unlikely that a mechanical perfectionist like yourself would tolerate the noise.

[@ModelA]

@@jayoneill1533 I tolerate it because everyone gets such a chuckle out of it.

[@lp2565]

Looking forward to part TWO!

[@ModelA]

Recording part 2 right now. It's not going well...

[@nwpioneer2551]

Woven on the rear that has more grip because that shoe is running with the wheel and needs more grip than the front one that's being fed into the rotation of the wheel and also wears more. I'm old and have had a lot of experience with mechanical brakes. Have you ever heard of energizers? They work great.

[@bmurray4222]

Still waiting for part two. 🤔 very entertaining and educational.

[@ModelA]

Set to publish tomorrow! Just finished it.

[@kennethswain6313]

I just saw that Mr Rogers ( yes that Mr Rogers!)had a Model A coupe. It was a hand me down from his parents and was in several episodes.

[@ModelA]

Nice!

[@johnnyrocket6588]

I did too, it got recommended to me.

[@caddyman7725]

Paul, can you do a video on how to safely jack up and support an A so as to crawl underneath and work on the engine? Somehow I get the idea it’s different than other cars. Thanks.

[@ModelA]

Just jack it uo and stick some jack stands under the axles. Done!

[@antd1672]

It's a model A miss matched parts are almost standard for cars that have sat awhile. I've seen shim's between the shoe and the lining to make up for worn drums on more than one car! Want to take a guess on why we (car club) were working on them.... By the way, Great videos!

[@ModelA]

I've seen that also. MANY times. Club seminars are great for learning about the Model A. But when they start using roadside quality fixes, I cringe.

[@JDvintagemi]

This is exactly the type of series I'm looking for. While my car doesn't have very much stuff that's thrown together like on this vehicle, I'm not looking to do a complete restoration either.

[@ModelA]

Excellent!!! What shape is your car in right now?

[@JDvintagemi]

@@ModelA your wife is actually been sending you a few questions here and there for me. You've helped me a few times. My most recent one is about my charging system. I finally said screw it I'm going with the 6-volt alternator. Mine's in pretty good shape overall. But thankfully there's no weird straps or odd bolts or anything like that holding things together. Mine's a pretty good daily driver that just needs to be maintained regularly.

[@myronjacobs5014]

Paul, hi, Paul enjoyed your video, a question, your jack stands both have a red protector, on top where it Cary the main axle. Could you inform me where I can order these? Thanks & regards, Myron

[@ModelA]

I made those about 15 years ago after seeing them on a TV show.

[@orenwolfe6506]

I think I see TWO Hallicrafters S38 radios on the shelf in the background. Could that be true? Are you also a ham radio/electronics hobbyist? I had an S-38 when I was a teenager in 1957. I miss it these days.

[@ModelA]

I have 3 or 4 S-38's. They are neat! Unfortunately, nothing worth listening to on shortwave anymore.

[@PaulinesPastimes]

I'm so glad you are going to remove the comedy headlight peaks, amongst other things. They catch my eye every time I look at it! Looking forward to part 2 😊👍

[@ModelA]

Thanks Pauline! How have you been?

[@PaulinesPastimes]

@@ModelA Very well, thanks for asking. Audrey the Austin went on a big club outing in the country last Sunday, outside of Melbourne. Beautiful day, fabulous views and she behaved flawlessly. ✔

[@ModelA]

Good for you, Pauline! Glad to hear the Auburn got to stretch its legs a little and that it went so well. So happy for you!!

[@PaulinesPastimes]

@@ModelA Austin, shame it isn't an Auburn. Auto-correct is a nuisance sometimes. It's all good 😄

[@ModelA]

@@PaulinesPastimes Autocorrect gave you an Auburn!! Hahahaa!! Let me see if it will let me type Austin .. Nope. Changed it to Auburn! I had to correct it again.

[@tamianderson539]

Paul, eagerly awaiting the wiring harness replace video! I need to do that on our 28 Tudor and not real confident yet. Steve

[@ModelA]

Tina is going to help on that video.

[@stever4181]

When I bought my 37 Plymouth, one of the front leaf springs was from a different car. No telling how long it was driven like that.

[@juantrevino4910]

Tus videos y experiencias en el Ford A son Exelentes........ Pero KZbin no aporta el traductor. Saludos desde Monterrey, N.L. Mexico..... Gracias por tu aportacion

[@ModelA]

¡Gracias mi amigo! Lamento mucho que no haya traducción. Por favor, sepa que también me preocupan otros lugares además de los Estados Unidos, pero más del 90% de mis espectadores se encuentran en los Estados Unidos, por lo que debo hacer videos para ellos principalmente. ¡Dios los bendiga!

[@dougmiller9198]

Your floor jack makes same sound as mine.... LOL

[@robertstuhr5436]

I would love to see a video on rewiring the car. Particularly the headlight switch and headlights.

[@ModelA]

That is next!

[@clintonrothwell5709]

Hi Paul, which do you consider the superior brake lining, woven or compound? Again, love your videos.

[@ModelA]

For steel drums, the woven. For cast iron drums, the bonded.

[@lecilalexander8374]

Paul, I’m glad the back is better, take care of it. Did you have to screw in the break shop adjustment screw to get the drums off. I enjoy and look forward to spending part of my Saturday with you. Your style and delivery is great! Looking forward to more on Athena. Lecil

[@ModelA]

Yes. Always back the adjustment off before pulling drums. I went over that in the 10,000 mile service video.

[@miltonjones8264]

Paul, I've been trying tp find that tool you screwed onto the rear axle, used your hammer and screwdriver behind the brake drum, and it came right off. Looked through Bratton's, Mike's, ect., not able to find this tool. If you know right off where I can find one will you please send me a link. Thanks. PS: We're looking forward to meeting you and 'your' Model T in Kerrville. MJ

[@ModelA]

I don't think they make them anymore. Too simple!

[@denisdavidson5622]

I'm m confused! On Gandolf you showed the original Rolled Steel Drums having the one rolled edged rim...here you called them Cast Iron Drums!!!

[@ModelA]

Oops

[@magoo262]

Do the age of the pads matter? I'm inspecting mine before I take it for a test run and the only thing I know about it is that it's been sitting for 30ish years but did have a restoration to everything but the cab. The pads look like they have a lot of tread left but didn't know if the age would play a factor.

[@ModelA]

As long as they don't have any cracks in them, you're good to go!

[@AstraWerke]

Hey, I'll take that die, if you don't need it. UN threaded dies are kind of a rarity in Germany :D That's a very interesting tool for pounding on the rear axle - we've been fighting the drums with a wheel puller which was damn close to falling apart after prying on the drums, your method looks like a walk in the park! Is there a parts number for it or is it custom made?

[@johnnyrocket6588]

That’s what I was wondering too about the drum puller.

[@ModelA]

OK, I'll toss it in your box with all your other "loot"! It's getting heavier and heavier...

[@AstraWerke]

@@ModelA Make the Mailman work for all the postage ;P

[@ModelA]

I've had like 10-12 people call dibs on the headlight visors now. You were first though.

[@AstraWerke]

@@ModelA Phew xD

[@Sedan57Chevy]

You should rename the channel Paul Spinn, with all that fancy lugnut action! Anyways, can't wait for part two! Especially looking forward to work on the wiring harness. A nice, comprehensive video(s) would probably help a lot of people out who are either trying to repair hackjob wiring our just outright replace the whole thing. Hard to imagine that 90 year old cars would hold up so well, but it seems plenty of A's are doing okay even with the old stock electronics.

[@ModelA]

They were built so well.

[@Sedan57Chevy]

@@ModelA Isn't that the truth! I can't imagine in 90 years we'll have many modern cars in anything even remotely close to a road-worthy condition. It seems like 5-10 years and they're ready to leave this world....

[@ModelA]

You're right!

[@jamesford9509]

Very informative, I liked the video.

[@ModelA]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Railfanhamradio]

Paul - you mention woven vs bonded brake shoes and cast iron drums. You make it sound like there are options for both. Are there different types of drums possible on these cars and which type of shoe is best for whichever drum it has?

[@2strokepower803]

Yes I got really curious too about that.

[@ModelA]

Almost all Model A's left the factory with steel drums. If you lay on the brakes a lot, the steel drums get hot and expand, causing what people call "brake fade". The cast iron drums are an aftermarket replacement that do not have the problem as bad. The woven pads on the brake shoes are how they came from the factory. These days, we have the option of the metallic bonded pads, which work a bit better, especially with cast iron drums.

[@2strokepower803]

Paul Shinn thanks for the reply. And yes I thought about the woven pads vs bonded and I came to think that they did probably away with the woven and used bonded instead due to it braking better. So thanks again for clearing it up for me. Will you in the future replace all pads to bonded?

[@ModelA]

@@2strokepower803 When I finally get to do the full brake job video, that's the plan.

[@2strokepower803]

Paul Shinn gotcha! I really like the series :)

[@elosogonzalez8739]

Nurse that back. Don't overdo it. Although as a guy in his late 50's, I've had back issues. I did have to have a total knee replacement due to a workplace injury. I see you on your knees and back without pDs or creepers. Do you utilize any "helpers" around the garage? Although in decent health, the fact that I can't put any direct pressure (zero kneeling) can I really take on a Model A project? Or should I just bring it to you?!

[@ModelA]

Sorry to hear about your knees. Model A projects are not that physically taxing. Also, assuming it's your car and in your garage, there is no rush anyway. My shop isn't open to the public, so to speak. I don't do work for hire. Thanks for thinking of me though!

[@jacobtinsley2383]

@Paul Shinn I have a question for you what color are the rim of your sports couple model A with the blue rims. My wife really loves that color

[@ModelA]

That's Hessian Blue. Thanks!

[@Bbbuddy]

How do you identify a brake drum as cast iron? I just got a 1930 roadster and it’s been so long since I last dealt with brakes that I can’t tell what I’ve got.

[@kenrhoda2573]

Another great video Paul! Question for you: do the various Model A parts stores sell that tool you used to get the rear brakes off? We eventually got ours off with a puller my uncle let us use, but that tool made it look so easy!!

[@mafcawebmaster4237]

I want one too!

[@Railfanhamradio]

Mac's sells a puller made for the rear drums

[@mafcawebmaster4237]

@@Railfanhamradio I'm aware of that one. But it's not like the simple tool Paul demonstrated.

[@mafcawebmaster4237]

@@Railfanhamradio Are you referring to this one: www.macsautoparts.com/model-a-ford-wheel-puller-for-knock-off-type-wheels-zinc-plated-28-68075-1.html

[@Railfanhamradio]

@@mafcawebmaster4237 No. I am referring to this www.macsautoparts.com/model-a-ford-rear-wheel-hub-puller-economy-style-28-72866-1.html

[@jeffflaig362]

Hey all give you a tech tip. When you are doing brakes on a vehicle use a trash can lid under the brake drum. It will keep you from making a mess.

[@ModelA]

With an epoxy floor, it just wipes up. When using chemicals, I put down an oil drip pan.

[@strshooter7399]

Hi Paul, thanks for the video. As being one thats critical how folks do work on vehicles when I watch them on KZbin, I didn’t have an red flashing lights telling me you were doing something so dangerous that you were risking life and limb. Ok, sure, maybe I wouldn’t lift all 4 wheels up at once, but really a judgement call. You were using Jack stands, which I’ve seen my share of folks who never heard of them... . So, ya, you know way better than me how level your garage floor is, etc, etc... . I would say though (here it comes...) I’m not a fan of those angled tire irons. I’ve had problems getting sufficient power to remove nuts with them. I see you had a small “spinner” to remove the lug nuts after you loosen em up. I carry a fairly large one that gives me pretty good amount of force, plus a 20” 1/2” drive flex handle with a 4” extension & impact socket that fit my vehicles lug nuts. Overkill, but a flat tire in the middle of nowhere and even on a new car, mech’s can over torque them, and the stuff that comes with vehicles is typically stamped crap. So, thanks for the video, and ... Yaup, everybody’s a critic... . Good job, thanks.

[@ModelA]

Thank you, Shooter! Actually, criticism helps too. I'm still pretty new to the whole video thing, and trying to feel my way around. I always, always use jack stands. Even when I suspend a car from the crane, I still put stands under it. I poured the shop floor level. No taper to it. I wanted to put a floor drain in the middle, but the county codes forbade it, so the floor has no taper. For taking lugnuts off, I frequently use the impact. However, for videos, I try to use period correct and ha d tools whenever possible to illustrate that special tools are not necessary to work on a Model A. My goal is to show that anyone can do this. So, that might explain a little more of why I look like such a hack in the videos. Thanks again!

[@strshooter7399]

@@ModelA I really don’t think you look like a hack, you seem quite natural in front of the camera, to me anyways 👍 . Folks viewing, (my self for sure) don’t know the whole story, so ... keep on keeping on Paul 😎.

[@patrickseals5746]

Love this series. Im learning a lot. Where did you find the tool to screw on the rear axle and tap with hammer to pop drum off?

[@ModelA]

I have had it so long, I forget. Snyder's sells something similar. Tell them you saw it here, please- www.snydersantiqueauto.com/ProductDetail/A-4235-WP_KNOCK-OFF-WHEEL-PULLER

[@patrickseals5746]

I will let them know. The hub puller is big for a tool box. Yours is much more compact for travel.

[@ModelA]

@@patrickseals5746 Yes! And it works MUCH better. The pullers tend to mushroom the ends of the axles sometimes.

[@markreynolds1663]

Paul, I am having ground problems with one of my model As. I can not find any forums about them. Where is the ground straps on the car? Thanks

[@ModelA]

The ground strap runs from the battery positive post to the frame, specifically, to the crossmember right behind the battery. The engine gets it's ground through the engine pans, which most people leave off. In that case, I run a battery cable size piece of wire from one of the flywheel housing bolts to the battery positive. Otherwise, it will be trying to use your fuel line for ground.

[@markreynolds1663]

@@ModelA awesome. Thank you so much for the great help! This is frustrating

[@paulzumpf3612]

fordbarn.com is a great resource if you can't find your answers in one of Paul's videos.

[@johncharlton2602]

The hub came off easily because a shim was fitted and no real mechanical bond . The keyway in the axle is damaged as you could just place a new key it in the axle slot by hand . This is an interference fit and would be tapped in place by a light hammer the tapered end inwards . The slot in the hub seldom wears but the axle slot does especially when shims are fitted ,. My local model A shop makes a "stepped" key to fit the hub and the enlarged dressed axle slot . When fitting the hub everything thing must be sqeeky clean .I wash every thing hub interior and axle taper with cellulose thinners You can hear the hub "cheep" when you pull it up to 100 ft pounds . With Athena you will need to keep a check on the rear axle nut torque after a few hundred miles as the torque will most likely back off . Grand video I just thought I would pass my thoughts on

[@ModelA]

Thanks John. That method works every time, shims or not. You probably noticed it went back together much better than it came apart.

[@arndpelzer1227]

Could you give me an idea about the braking distance of a speed of 30 mph, if you need a stop as fast as possible and what would be the braking distance normally? Thank you.

[@ModelA]

I'm not able to give you that, I'm just a guy, not Consumer Reports magazine

[@mikewhitehead7118]

The only time you should be surprised is when the brakes are fine. Lol

[@ModelA]

Right! Hahaa!

[@greghapp1681]

Did the Model A's have white wall tires originally

[@ModelA]

No.

[@greghapp1681]

The other day I went to check out my front brakes and repack the bearings, my question is whether the bearing cap that was a screw on type instead of push on type like on your car in the video is this correct?

[@ModelA]

Model As didn't come with a cap stock, so there is no telling what someone did to add them to yours.

[@markb1764]

for a 90 year old car I would say she is in wonderful shape

[@bobtheraptorjoe577]

I (Bob) am amazed how small the brakes are relative to the wheel

[@theoldman8877]

Way. The top speed is only about 40 mph and the car is not very heavy. You add the fact that the tires have a tiny contact patch and are bias ply tires meaning they have very little traction with the road. Those brakes are more than adequate with the tires.

[@ModelA]

They work very well though!

[@scottmagyar]

Sir, great video was wondering if you can post link or proper name for screw driver set that one a subscriber sent you so I can set too, Thks

[@ModelA]

I put the link in the video description. Good luck!

[@SootHead]

You lubed everything but the floor jack.

[@ModelA]

Haha! I did lube it, but it still sounds like that.

[@robertdavidson3090]

Being a broadcast professional I did notice that you were missing your mic. It was on the top of your T-shirt at the start but missing shortly after. I just turned up the volume. Everything else you have done on your videos has really been great so this is not a criticism. God knows I have had major fluffs on the air with live tv over the last 30 years.

[@ModelA]

Sometimes I use the lavalier mic, sometimes the built-in mic in the phone. It's not always practical or safe to have the lavalier mic on when working on cars. If I had a crew and an audio guy with a mic boom, I would be all set! But, as me tioned numerous times, I'm just a regular guy like everyone else. I work with what I have available.

[@donaldholman9070]

Great video, thank you.

[@ModelA]

Glad you liked it!

[@yellowjacketmojo]

What is that tool you used to remove the rear hub, and where can I get one?

[@ModelA]

All the Model A parts suppliers sell them. Mine is about 80 years old.

[@987leone]

Paul I love your Video

[@ModelA]

Thank you Frank!

[@thehoneybadger8089]

"Hollowground screwdrivers" is the correct terminology.

[@ModelA]

Yes. I need to get that through my thick head!

[@John__67]

I'm only 63 yrs. young, and a bit of a romantic in using hand tools. But there comes a time (like removing lug nuts) when pneumatics are actually quite nice.

[@ModelA]

Maybe someday. But if I keep using hand tools, my wife doesn't force me to to to the gym. I would rather wrestle lig nuts by hand than go to the gym with that blaring modern "music" and a bunch os 20-somethings oozing testosterone making all their weird noises lifting weights everywhere.

[@Banjomanofcripplecreek]

That is a beautiful coop my 2 door sedan doesn’t compare

[@RandomDude989]

My jack that is the exact same as your makes that same exact noise. Lol.

[@ModelA]

So, it's not just me? NICE!!

[@ray_pilot6707]

Ridiculous eyelids? That's the coolest part on my car.

[@ModelA]

I think they are an acquired taste.

[@douglaslambert579]

If you don’t mind me asking, what value would you put on this car?

[@ModelA]

I am kinda leaning toward listing in on an auction site because I don't want to get into some "made-for-reality- TV" style negotiations. I have a number in my head that isn't negotiable, so I could just make that the reserve.

[@markschreiber3596]

Are the brake pads asbestos?

[@ModelA]

No

[@markduffala3724]

Explain your apparent happiness about cast iron brake drums. Should we all know?

[@ModelA]

I don't have to explain anything!

[@brunosergioporto8881]

Too short video, I could watch it for at least 40 more minutes! Let's wait for the next one, then. Happy weekend!

[@ModelA]

Thanks Bruno!! If I was feeling better, I could have done it all in one video.

[@Supertuner700]

Where do you get the tool that pulls the drum off?

[@ModelA]

Most of the Model A parts suppliers sell one just like it. I made mine.

[@midlifecrisis7337]

@@ModelA thanks Paul. I remove my front drums today and everything is covered in grease, pads and all. Looks like someone got carried away?!

[@ModelA]

Yikes! Good thing you checked.

[@andy41417]

Brake shoes on drums 11:58.

[@ModelA]

Yep!

[@jasonhead1970]

Need some grease/oil for that floor jack! Or is that like a safety back up siren to let people know you’re coming up! Ha.

[@ModelA]

No matter how much I lube that thing, it still makes that noise.

[@robertdavidson3090]

Deep breath Paul. "What kind of crazy person uses a bonded brake shoe with a woven brake shoe?"

[@ModelA]

Hahahaa!!

[@douglascolman4501]

No chocks under the wheels is a ballsy move.

[@ModelA]

When removing the wheels??

[@douglascolman4501]

@@ModelA G'day Paul, When I made my comment the car was on 3 wheels and a jackstand. I was a witness to a car falling off a jack when the nuts were loosened on the second wheel when it tried to rotate due to the torque from the wheelbrace. Once seen never forgotten. No injuries but the backing plate didn't like it much. I'm in the Philippines and would love to have a model A but they are as scarce as hens teeth. I'm getting my fix watching your videos.

[@Carstuff111]

Ah yes, the Pittsburgh squeak of of happiness as you lift anything more than the weight of its own parts...I know that sound well. Good friend has had his now for 6 years. Best $125.00 he spent at Harbor Freight.

[@ModelA]

Hahaa! Yep!

[@danterry6328]

Like I told you in a previous comment. Held together with duct tape and chewing gum. Still think it’s time for Flat Head swap. Really like the vids.

[@ModelA]

It already has a flathead in it!

[@danterry6328]

@@ModelA You always reply. Thank you. Is it a V8?

[@ModelA]

It's an I4

[@MrJeep75]

Funnest part of restoring things is ripping off not original stuff.

[@ModelA]

Agreed!!!!

[@SergLa]

Похоже, тормоза не сильно изменились за семьдесят лет. На моём Москвиче стоят почти такие же тормоза. The brakes don't seem to have changed much in seventy years. My Moskvich has almost the same brakes.

[@ModelA]

Interesting!! Not much changed in 90 years, my friend.

[@SergLa]

@@ModelA Это правда, дружище. Я написал "70" имея в виду, что моя машина выпускалась спустя 70 лет после вашего Форда. It's true, my friend. I wrote "70" meaning that my car was produced 70 years after your Ford.

[@jim874]

A SX-99 AND a couple of S38s? de WA8SDF

[@ModelA]

73 DE K6FRC

[@jim874]

Thought so. Have three Mustangs ... a 1968 coupe that was the first car I ever bought back in 1970, a 2001 that I bought brand new and a 2010. All are RED. The Model A was always a favorite. 73

[@ModelA]

FB, OM. dit dit!

[@jim874]

@@ModelA di-da-dit

[@johnlundberg5705]

dibs on the motor

[@ModelA]

hahahahaa!b You win for funniest comment!b

[@johnlundberg5705]

@@ModelAGive me some credit. I didn't put dibs on the whole car or one of the others. Your episodes are wonderful - I look forward to them.

[@ModelA]

@@johnlundberg5705 For sure!!

[@denislesperance852]

Paul, those cars have brake shoes...not pads... please talk in 1928 language to educate the kids watching this (LOL)

[@ModelA]

Ha! I know, the shoes are the curved metal parts that the pads are bonded or riveted onto. I still call "tissues" all "kleenexes" so I'm not an english major.

[@denislesperance852]

@@ModelA The shoes have brake linings not pads as pads are for disk brakes !

[@Rob-hw5wr]

@@ModelA everyone's a critic today. except me. I liked the video

[@ModelA]

Thanks Rob!! People demand perfection from me sometimes. The way I look at it, it means they're actually paying attention to the video! That's a win!

[@denislesperance852]

@@ModelA Exactly ! keep on doing your excellent work !

[@davidmazza3898]

Actually not as shocking as the title. I was expecting something considerably worse!

[@ModelA]

Just wait til I get to the wiring!!!

[@gerrikupicki4060]

👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@mcdugalmcstiffy6889]

Two people didn't like this? Come on!

[@ModelA]

People don't like it when I call brake linings "pads". It's just some Shinn Shop slang, but it obviously rubs some the wrong way. Wait til I call gasoline "Go Juice"!! They will be apoplectic!

[@DWS1435]

I want the car. Where is the dibs for that? lol

[@ModelA]

Send a big enough check, and it's yours any time!

[@damienhenderson9347]

I would use an impact gun

[@pirat.paulie]

Lot of times are your videos a little bit boring, but full of information!

[@ModelA]

Thanks! I think...

[@pirat.paulie]

You should try to _cut of_ scene, when you don't _say anything._ But *thanks* a lot for this videos. 👌

[@ModelA]

I'm just a regular guy sharing Model A how-to information. Not a polished TV star or production company. Just a regular guy. Sorry I disappointed you.

[@pirat.paulie]

It doesn't matter. I'll be watching all your vids of Model T & Model A, because noone give us that much informations as cleary, as *you.*

[@ModelA]

@@pirat.paulie Thank you!

[@modeladenny1218]

Athena is looking pretty good. She'd keep lookin good if you leave those headlight eyebrows on her. Even a lady needs help with her eyelids to look sexy.🙂

[@ModelA]

Hahahaa!

[@brantley3234]

Hey Paul, Found this video CNBC about bench seats. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rXemg2R9ob-tesU Overall it's a neat video, but, at minute 2 they say in 1912 they put column shifting on the model t. I know plenty about cars but don't consider myself an expert. To the best of your knowledge is that true? I thought the T was just the planetary transmission. Thanks, Brantley

[@ModelA]

Hey Brantley! Haven't seen you around in a while. Yes, they are wrong. "Fake news" hahahaa!! The Model T had the timing (spark advance) and the throttle on the column all of its years. Good catch!