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    MARC Event in Morgantown PA

    I am looking forward to this event. We are travelling 180 miles with friends (also in a Model A) from the Southern Tier of NY. It should be a great week! Who all is driving their A and what distance? See you there!!!
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    Slight Grinding when shifting - transmission oil Aerated

    I was out on a 90+ degree day the other day. As the car warmed up the ability to shift cleanly (no grinding) became more difficult. The following day, I got the car up on the lift to check the oil level in the transmission. The oil level was up to the mark..BUT...the oil was aerated or...
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    2021 plans for your Model A

    Along with getting the much needed vaccine for COVID19, I am planning on the following for "Molly" ( my 1930 TUDOR) and I: 1. Get the car "sorted" - meaning that every time I hit the started button and pull the choke (when cold) the car will start. 2. Eliminate condenser issues by going to...
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    It was the Condenser

    About two weeks ago I had to abort a Model A tour because my car was sputtering and just not driveable. At the same time, I replaced the exhaust manifold and intake manifold gaskets with the copper shrouded gaskets. I also took the time to thoroughly clean the carburetor ( I mean spotless)...
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    Ownership History

    I have a 1930 A registered in NY. Have any of you had luck working with the DMV to trace the history of ownership of your car? Or maybe you have found another way to do it. I am interested on where the car lived in its life. Any ideas or experience. Perhaps an "Ancestry.com" for cars??
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    Winterizing a Model A

    I do not plan on driving my Model A during the months of November till the middle of April. I use straight water as a coolant which I heard is the right thing to do. What is the proper way to winterize the A for winter storage?? Drain water or not? Put rust inhibitor in the water (what...
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    Where to mount flower vases on a 1930 TUDOR

    Please provide me with advice on where and how to mount flower vases on a 1930 TUDOR I have nice clear, cut glass, vases from my 1st car that I want to put in my "A". Thanks.
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    Gas Valve Installation - thread sealant recommended?

    I am going to install a new gas valve on the underside of the gas tank. Can I use teflon tape on the NPT threads to the tank and little dab of gasket eliminator on the swedged end of the valve? Your recommendation please?
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    paint Colors

    Hello. I am a bit new to the Model A and especially the paint colors. I have attached a picture of my 1930 Tudor. As you can see it is two tone. I believe the body is color is "Chicle" and the upper is Cupra Drab. This what "I think". Can anyone confirm these colors and advise either the...
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