Which Ford Model A is Best for You?

[@BrianPierce-i6n]

On the pkp truck, you can remove the seat back and make a new one out of plywood, about 1 1/2" thick foam, and upholster. It'll gain you about 3-4" + of leg room! That's the way mine is. Makes a huge difference!! Brian Pierce

[@Modeltshinn]

@@BrianPierce-i6n nice!!! Good information, thank you! 💗🥳

[@Mikey-x3k]

Tina, I like video and it covers a subject that is rarely covered. If you don't enjoy the drive / ride you wont like the car no matter what it is. But there is a issue @ about 9:40. The AA Truck shares the same cab as the car chassis truck versions. That said the seats are adjustable but it is limited and may or may not suit taller people. They are more like a coupe in terms of adjust ability than the cars with back seats. Keep up the good videos.

[@Modeltshinn]

@@Mikey-x3k thank you so much for your input, have an awesome week!

[@myronjacobs5014]

Great Tina, well done. The info received are so welcome. Good night! Myron

[@Modeltshinn]

Thank you very much ♥️

[@andrewdzierson2036]

This is great. I love shows like this with people who actually know what they're talking about. I work at as an automotive machinist. I work on old model a/t blocks and heads. It's amazing how long they last, really well built. Some of those blocks can be bored out past .080 no problem. Love to see that old junk still working 😋

[@Modeltshinn]

I really appreciate this, thank you!

[@Michael_Scott_Howard]

At 6'3" my late 1931 Tudor luckily came with the drivers seat being extended back.. I cannot image being able to leg wise fit into a pickup or 2 door. Head room, Model A is about the same as my 2020 Ford F150 Supercrew.... plenty..

[@Modeltshinn]

Wow, I’m so happy it was done already for you!

[@XoVoX]

The Legend behind the Legend.

[@Modeltshinn]

Awe, you are sweet 💗

[@56roadmaster]

I wish you had someone 6' 2" or so get in the Model A's to visually see what space is like.

[@Modeltshinn]

I would have loved to do that also, I don’t have anyone near me that is tall like that, it would have been an awesome example!

[@skymaster76]

An absolutely fantastic, informative video that goes into an area very seldom discussed. As a 6'4" Model T owner looking to get into my first Model A, I'm acutely aware of how tight these old cars can be! I'm looking forward to future videos by you, and have thoroughly enjoyed Paul's videos as well, as I "get smart" on the Model A before purchasing one. Thanx!!

[@Modeltshinn]

Thank you so much Skymaster76 💕

[@lestermcmurray577]

Nice tutorial Tina, my two cents. I'm 6'1 190 and have a 30 town sedan and it's a bear getting in and out! My size 11 boot has to turn to the side to get in and out with the seat adjusted all the way back but once inside it's a joy to drive and comfortable fit.

[@Modeltshinn]

Thanks for sharing this, I hope it will help someone in “your shoes” 💕

[@mafcawebmaster4237]

Well done, Tina. Great information for "first timers".

[@Modeltshinn]

Thank you 💗

[@williamforbes5826]

Ergonomics. A very important consideration! I looked (lusted!) at a Cobra replica kit until I sat in one. No Bueno! Me No Fit! Me No Buy! Model A's sit more upright than many modern cars. Thanks for the measurements! Keep up the good work 👍

[@Modeltshinn]

I love your comment! Thank you very much 💕

[@chrismaley339]

Terrific information Tina. It's information I can't find anywhere else! With that said, I'm shopping for a Tudor or Fordor!

[@Modeltshinn]

Thank you so much! Happy hunting 💗

[@steveduecker9872]

Great job!

[@mattomon1045]

Miss Model T thanks for the info!

[@Modeltshinn]

Thank you 💗

[@73technite]

Well done Tina.

[@Modeltshinn]

Thank you very much 💗

[@mnrebel4ever]

I see this was 2 years ago, but you didn't mention a Roadster. I'm 5'9", 145# and have a heck of a time to get in it. It's easier to enter through the passenger side, and there is not a lot of room between my lap and the steering wheel. Just saying.

[@Modeltshinn]

Thanks for sharing, your description may help someone else make a decision! I now have a Roadster as you may know, at the time I didn’t and didn’t realize how cramped a Roadster could be, now I know this info also 😁

[@chemopia]

Shinns, Why don't you mention the convertibles very often? I would think these are desirable in California. While shopping for mine, I found the roadster to be cramped (I'm 6'2" with size 13 feet) compared with the cabriolet.

[@Modeltshinn]

We haven’t ran into hardly any convertible Ford Model A’s unfortunately. That would be a treat!

[@dirtfloormotors]

This video will help me position the seat in my C cab model A that I am building from parts, scrap metal and wood. I am using a tudor rear seat for the seat and can use your measurements to get a general ideal where to mount it. It will be off road so no doors, and plenty of room. It has a 26 cowl and 16 Chevy windshield, just a fun project to run around the farm in.

[@Modeltshinn]

Thank you, this sounds like such a fun project!

[@craigpennington1251]

Love your videos but the volume is next to nothing on most. I'm using head phones too & have my volume all the way up. It may be my system not yours. That 2 door is fantastic @9:19 Time.

[@Modeltshinn]

Thank you, I’m not sure if it’s on your side or not, been told about volume a couple of times so just in case I’ve been working on that 💗

[@craigpennington1251]

@@Modeltshinn You are welcome & hoping the volume issue gets fixed.

[@mikewarner7149]

Nice video Model T, your a natural. Is that cat aloud in that shop? hahaha

[@Modeltshinn]

Thank you, I appreciate that! 💕 Lol, Thomas goes in and out when we are in there, but never gets to be in there by himself!

[@bobbrinkerhoff3592]

The one thing that should have been addressed is the narrow cowl on the 28/29 cars , size 11s or bigger are cramped .

[@Modeltshinn]

Oh, that’s good to know! Thank you for sharing! 💗

[@bobbrinkerhoff3592]

@@Modeltshinn if you want something fun to "wear" , and to get in and out of , try owning a 1930 AMERICAN AUSTIN BANTAM Coupe . it's 3/4s the size of an A model Ford . More than once I had to explain to people that it isn't a cut down Ford , but was built in Butler Pa..

[@Modeltshinn]

@@bobbrinkerhoff3592 I’ll have to check one out on the internet!

[@eugenelevin8314]

Great video Model T !

[@Modeltshinn]

Thank you 💕

[@mackfisher4487]

great information T Off topic, Thomas is a big kitty cat, how does he get along with the chickens

[@Modeltshinn]

Thanks Mack! 💗 Yes he is a big kitty! Lol, he doesn’t bug the chickens, even the baby chicks, somehow he understands that he’s not allowed to eat them or both them 😁

[@AstraWerke]

Although I did choose the coupe for it's looks and storage capacity, sometimes I wish I had a Tudor for the two added seats. Only being able to haul 2 people can be a big disadvantage sometimes

[@Modeltshinn]

Looks like maybe another Model A in your future?

[@AstraWerke]

@@Modeltshinn As tempting as it is, no. I can only drive one car - and keeping one of them running is enough work already. In another ten years, with a wife and kids, I could see myself buying, say, a '34 Chevy Sedan - IF they're OK with it.

[@deanjernstrom3760]

You guys are AWESOME!

[@Modeltshinn]

Thank you so much ♥️

[@dcfix8634]

Nice video! Great job.

[@Modeltshinn]

Thank you 💗

[@JackFrost-ps2kt]

Hi Tina , great info that is rarely discussed on line. I fully agree the Tudor and fodor are the way to go for ppl over 6 feet tall. Keep up the good work I'm enjoying ur channel !

[@Modeltshinn]

Thank you so much for your feedback, I really appreciate it 💕

[@vayabroder729]

Thank you for such a nice and informative video, Mrs T! Wishing you and Paul a wonderful 2022. God bless.

[@Modeltshinn]

Thank you so much ♥️

[@JackFrost-ps2kt]

Hi, with Paul out for the month,,you gotta step ur game up lady! Lol

[@Modeltshinn]

Omg, you made me laugh so hard and Paul too! 😂💕

[@quailstudios]

This is awesome! Now I’m wondering how much room I have in some of my other cars? Think I’ll go measure them to get an idea. If they are close to the same thing this will give me some good perspective. I plan on going to find some model As to check out sometime this year, hopefully in the not too distant future.

[@Modeltshinn]

Thank you 💕 That’s going to be a fun adventure!

[@1934frazernash]

Great video, in my 28 Tudor I made a track that allows me 13 inches of travel by just moving the lock pins from stock mount point , I had a total knee replacement and needed the space as my leg does not bend much pass 80 degree

[@Modeltshinn]

Oh that’s an excellent fix! Thank you 💗

[@JackFrost-ps2kt]

Hi I'd like some details on ur adjustment system, I'm 6'2 and restoring a 29 tudor

[@Modeltshinn]

@@JackFrost-ps2kt I’ll show this to Paul and ask him the best way and get back to you 💗

[@JackFrost-ps2kt]

@@Modeltshinn ty

[@1934frazernash]

@@JackFrost-ps2kt I used 2 pieces of 1.5x1.5x.250 angle iron laid out for stock front mounting holes then drilled 5/16 holes every inch so stock seat bracket on front of seat would match up to holes in rails then drill hole in rear of rail so front and rear are securely mounted using carriage bolts to secure

[@wadedog4280]

Awesome video. Great idea to help so many people.

[@Modeltshinn]

Thank you 💕

[@SuperDrleo]

Good topic Model T, and may save someone a lot of grief. At 6'6" and 235# a Roadster is a TIGHT fit especially a Roadster PU, they are horrible to get in and out of and even to shift in. A '30-'31 Roadster is a little better than a '28-'29 but not by very much. Now, a Tudor is a breeze getting in and out of!

[@Modeltshinn]

Oh thank you for sharing that, I think that information will help others 💕

[@kennethswain6313]

Good job 👍 thanks It sounds like the Tudor is a good fit and are more plentiful

[@Modeltshinn]

Thank you! Yes, it sure does, thank God they made so many!

[@k6aaq64]

Thanks Tina! Who puts the "Shinn Shine " on those cars?

[@Modeltshinn]

We both do lol 💗

[@Dan-qy1rg]

Great information Model T, thanks. I have mentioned that I would like to have a Model A truck, but with the info you gave us, I may want to rethink that choice, if it ever happens. I am not 6' but I am an inch or so under, a little hefty, so getting in and out might be a little more of a struggle for me. Thanks for sharing and I hope you and Paul have a great rest of the week!

[@Modeltshinn]

Thank you so much for your feedback ♥️

[@craigdixon4113]

Do you think the cars were designed and built small, because people and money were just “short” back then? Even when you look at older houses before 1950, closets were small, what did they think? Maybe, they just lived “spartan” lives? I never really checked, but is the Model A smaller than the Model T? Is it still more smaller than a ‘32 Ford, and ‘33?

[@Modeltshinn]

If I’m correct, people were smaller back then and I think money was a challenge. Model A’s are bigger that T’s. A’s same size for 32, not sure on 33’s.

[@EquipmentReviewer]

Subscribed!

[@Modeltshinn]

Thank you very much ♥️

[@douglaslambert579]

I’m 6’ 1”. I’ve been told that I may want to steer clear of the model a truck, but that’s what I’d really like to have. What do you know about room in the truck?

[@Modeltshinn]

Curious…did you watch my video all the way through? I gave dimensions of the inside of the Model A truck… I would say the easiest way to figure out if you’d fit is measuring the length of your legs from hips to feet since the length from back of the seat to pedals is I believe 32 inches and measure the bottom of your rear to the top of your head since from the seat where your rear end sits to ceiling is about 36-37 inches…I hope this helps. Like I said in the video, I’m 5’5” and I felt cramped, but that’s me.

[@douglaslambert579]

Guilty, did not watch to the end.

[@Modeltshinn]

@@douglaslambert579 lol, I appreciate your honesty 💗 I just wanted to make sure that it wasn’t me not explaining well enough. I hope my message to you helped.

[@douglaslambert579]

It did. I went back and watched the whole video. Thanks.

[@billyrey9679]

What's the best size enclosed trailer is best fit for a Mod A pickup?

[@Modeltshinn]

Hi, I’ll see if Paul knows…

[@richardcvlr5]

Gr8 video 🚗🇺🇸

[@Modeltshinn]

Thank you 💕

[@jayo3865]

I'm in a model a club

[@Modeltshinn]

That’s awesome!!

[@MartinSBrown-tp9ji]

Your voice could be louder . Could not hear part of your measurements.

[@aurktman1106]

I'm built like Shrek. I have short legs, long torso, and a bit of a belly. I want a 30-31 closed cab truck, I may need to make some modifications and lose a few pounds to be able to have it as a daily driver.

[@Modeltshinn]

I hope it works out for you, I love trucks too!

[@aurktman1106]

@@Modeltshinn thanks! It will replace a modern car and truck, and get as good gas mileage as the car.

[@Modeltshinn]

@@aurktman1106 so true!

[@billdyke9745]

So you can be the biggest baddest dude and fit in an A as long as you have skinny legs. 6" is not a lot. So this is why guys sit with their knees far apart? So that thay could drive an A? If only... 🇬🇧👍

[@Modeltshinn]

Ya A’s are a little different and I can see how different sizes and shapes could make driving one a bit challenging possibly.