How to start a Ford Model A

"I AM the Warranty"

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[ElliottAlvis]

Paul, I loved this video. This answers questions so many people have about how to even start these cars! I have a feeling this is going to be the staple video for anyone in the future who is new to Model A’s.

[coreyworthy]

my grandfather has a 29 A roadster, this video was super helpful to keep us from flooding it while trying to start it

[r.lpederson]

Paul, Thank You for your video's! I just inherited my father's 1930 Model A. I knew Nothing...including how to start. This video has helped me immensely. I got her started right away after sitting for about 6 months. I watched several of your video's and I have learned so much. The car has been fully restored before I took possession. But I felt I needed to learn more before I tried to drive her. After watching your videos, I have gone through all the maintenace tips. I now have taken the car on several short trips, and I absolutely love driving this vehicle. Thank You for all your help.

[MrBrendograt]

I did a bunch of work to my Roadster, new head gasket, had the head milled, new studs, 1 new valve, all new valve guides and springs and a valve lap. put it all back together and tried to start it up, and it would not start. I looked at everything and I saw I forgot to turn on the gas, 20 min later it started up and ran great!

[debluetailfly]

I saw a repair job of a rumble seat by a restorer on Hwy 7 south of Jasper, AR. The car had been used as a pickup and the rumble seat was all bent up and abused. He had to cut part of the old metal away and weld in a patch. I would have never known if he hadn't shown me the repair. I love good work like that.

[Sprice]

I’ve probably never commented on a YouTube video before. I just got my late father’s Model A. This and all your videos have been so helpful. Thank you!

[Rottingboards]

Nice video Paul. You make winter lockdown a little easier. Thanks for your time.

[do]

I just found your videos the other day and I have to say thank you for sharing them. For a year or so now I have been considering trying to purchase a Model A because I like old Ford 4 cylinders (I have a fondness for N series tractors) and I love the lines of the Model A. Thanks for showing how fun they are, and your manner of talking about them is very enjoyable.

[discerningmind]

Nice job Paul. A week or two back I found a Model A manual on-line from the Ford Restorers Club. Just yesterday I read the Ford new car instructions for starting the engine. It was fun watching this only a day later as you brought those instructions to real life. I'd enjoy a video on why the Model A has such a unique sound.

[SuperDrleo]

Another great video Paul! I've owned Model A Fords since 1971, and 'yes' they each seem to have their own sweet spot when it comes to starting them! Doesn't take long to figure it out! Thanks again love the videos you make!

[Tuckenstein]

I very recently inherited my A, and all of your videos on it are so informative. I am extremely appreciative I found you.

[richlorimer]

Hi Paul, I have admired Model A's from afar and wanted one for over 3 decades. My wife of over 3 decades fails to see the point! I'm still working on her and am finding your videos inspirational. It might finally be time to take that plunge. I think it would be a lot of fun to tinker with in my upcoming retirement. Thank you for putting all of this content out! BTW, if I'd have been following you back when you were selling the hooptie, I would have loved to gotten that one from you!

[hootch]

Hey Paul see a grill guard on your garage shelf, I have one but never got the clip set for it yet. Any chance you can show us how to put one on?

[jessicabonner]

Thank you for this! Bought a ‘30 coupe in the fall, put less than 100km on it, and then parked it for the winter. I’m trying to refresh myself so I can get it ready for the summer and this helped a lot

[melj]

Paul, Thank you for this video. I needed a refresher, and I'm not sure I ever really learned how to run the multi function choke/gas but somehow I used to manage it through some trial and error. Hadn't started in 2 years, and she started right up. 😊

[georgeloyie]

What a lovely old girl... I grew up with many Model A cars that my dad collected. I miss him and I miss them and would love to have one as a daily driver.

[josephhoener]

I enjoyed seeing the S-38s and other tube gear peeping through the tudor's window!

[eugenelevin]

Love the video
Question:
After the cold start with the GAV open a bit
The secret handshake is over
As she warms up don’t you want to lean her back and twist her knob ....uh I mean don’t you want to readjust the GAV again? Is there a Science to adjusting the fuel mixture? Is it something you don’t touch too much or do you adjust it as you drive sometimes??
Is there a way to know your at the sweet spot where it’s not too rich or too lean?

Also my dad taught me that the starter pedal is positioned so you can depress the brake pedal with back part of your foot while using the front part of your foot 🦶 to press the starter pedal 💡...some old timer automotive knowledge .
Keep em coming Paul
Your videos are

[Michael_Scott_Howard]

You videon is 100% correct and your car's engine clearly is rebuilt top notch. I put in my clutch as well... only and given my last 31' gas as you know a tad different. great video as always.

[jessparker]

Paul, I recently joined a model a here in Texas. In the first week I had two names of older members who wanted to sell their model a’s. Excited about being an owner and looking forward to seeing your videos.
Jess Parker