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The first engine I ever removed, I used a tree limb, two log chains, and two chain binders. Slow, but it worked, and I sure couldn't afford a chain hoist. If you're poor, you can get real creative.

It's not just old cars that have investment "issues". I also collect antique clocks, firearms, furniture, etc. The upcoming generation just doesn't have the interest that us old folks have. Do I care? No, I buy things because I enjoy them -- and I couldn't care less what happens when I'm gone...

The guys only talking about a four mile trip! He doesn't need a trailer load of spares! (credit card, AAA membership, and walking shoes works for me.) Ray Rice, prepared for most eventualities, in Rifton

x2 for DaWizard suggestion! "malwarebytes" is great for eliminating viruses, etc. Ray Rice, virus free (for now), in Rifton

I'm with Tom. BACKyard art, on a good day. Ray, in Rifton

Well, I'm just a poor born again heathen, but I wish everyone a happy, healthy, season -- regardless of their persuasion. Ray Rice, in snowy Rifton

Just do a trace of the primary wiring -- be sure the ground cable is really grounded. Also verify that someone has not installed a battery disconnect switch. Polarity is not your issue. Ray Rice

Not to worry. That's why old Henry supplied a crank. Ray Rice, still cranky, in Rifton

I picked this item up at the Canandaigua, NY, engine and tractor show last week. Its an “Interstate Warning” device, Back in the day they sold for $3 –adaptors were extra. The were intended to thread into the priming cup opening – adaptors were available for those cars that were not equipped...

Thanks, Dave, Your explanation sounds reasonable to me.

Thanks Patrick, The driveway is uphill --so I'm backing uphill -- does that match your theory?

I drive my roadster on average 50 miles per week -- trips to Lowes/Home Depot, ice cream, etc. runs fine, no problems. Doesn't seem to use any oil --I've topped it off with a half a quart in the past 4 months. (I know, that probably figures out to roughly a quart in 600 to 800 miles.) My...

A Model A reality show, as described on this forum, is doomed to failure. No one as indicated how the cleavage and tattoos will be supplied. Ray Rice

Well, I've never ordered from them directly, but recently I needed a starting crank for my roadster, so I bought one on eBay. It arrived very promptly and the shipping charge was nominal. It was shipped straight from Mac's. Your mileage may vary. Ray Rice in sunny Rifton

Charlie, thanks for the quick reply. My curiosity is satisfied, I can't imagine why I would want to install sidecurtains--this is a sunny day, top down, kind of vehicle. Ray Rice

I recently bought a 31 roadster from an online estate auction and I have a question about the holes in the doors. My guess is that the ones on the beltline were possibly for side curtains? Not sure about the purpose of the hole in the top of the door. Thanks in advance for any guidance. Ray...

If you want to run with the big boys on the thruway, why not go all in and install airbags! I prefer to enjoy mine in appropriate settings--like the back roads of Rifton. Ray Rice, enjoying rural Rifton.

I spent about 3 1/2 hours walking thru the swap areas -- didn't see much in the way of Model A or Corvette parts. Still, it was worth the time (My automotive tastes are very eclectic!) It was rainy, early on but cleared off by 11. Ray Rice, in still soggy Rifton

I'll be there to morrow --it takes more than a soggy day to keep me away from a swap meet. Ray Rice, enduring a deluge, in Rifton

Greetings! I'm a "newbie" on this site, but I've owned 4 A's over the past 60 years -- sold the last one around 1973. Recently I purchased a '31 Deluxe Roadster from an online estate auction (the owner of the estate is now doing the robe and slippers number in a rest home). This site has proven...