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Sorry for dumb question, but how do I list a Model A for sale on Fordbard? I don't see any site for selling.

Anybody have contact information on the place that sells rebuild kits for the Marvel-Shebler?

Where on Fordbarn do you list a car for sale? The Swap Meet is just for parts--isn't it?

Where do you list a car for sale on Fordbarn? The Swap Meet is just for parts.

I put a couple of those stick on mirrors on my windwings. Better than nothing.

Thanks, all! I'll check the points gap and go from there. Carb might be an issue too. Appreciate all the advice.

What are the symptoms that points need adjustment, dressing, or replacement? My A runs a little rough, and won't idle without dying. New gas, timing spot on, puzzled.

I only discard Model A parts if I know they are being reproduced by reputable folks, and even then only when they are in very rough condition. Pretty sure bell housings and trans cases are not! Someday someone might be very glad to have them.

I should have mentioned that it's always been in a heated garage, but the points are taken. I will change oil, flush the radiator, and refill. Thanks all,

I haven't driven my A more than a couple hundred miles in the last ten years, I'm ashamed to say, but I'm thinking I should maybe change the oil anyway. I know it wouldn't hurt, but is it really necessary? I'm using 10/30 HD oil and it looks fresh and new on the dipstick even after running...

I've had a six-blade plastic fan for the past ten years. No troubles and no worries. But if the look is important to you, then I wouldn't go there.

I have run a Marvel in the past and probably would again if I could find the fitting mine required at the carb inlet in order to adapt it to a standard Model A fuel line. I haven't seen this mentioned. Was (is) mine just weird? The inlet on my Marvel is not the same size as on any of the half...

If the "look" doesn't bother you, consider a six-blade plastic fan.

My dad used to tell about how in the early thirties they would take an entire wagon load of corn to the local elevator (in Hillsdale, Illinois) and get $1.00 for it.

Done stupid things? If you ask me, hardly ever. If you ask my wife, well. . . . You're likely to get a different answer!

How ever you get access to your battery, one of those battery lifters that attaches to the posts makes the actual lifting out a lot easier. I think they're available at most auto parts stores.

As for the fuel issue: Has the car run since the new carb to manifold gasket was installed? I wouldn't just assume that it's tight and seated properly and there are no leaks. Wouldn't hurt to double check it. If there is a leak there it would account for your not being able to draw fuel...

That's why they make pole barns!

IMO, it's better to pay more up front for something in better condition. You might find something for $12,000, but you're going to spend that much and probably more to get it where you want it.

I know, I know. It's always the condenser. But this time I think it really is. I didn't see anywhere that it has been replaced. Would not hurt to try a new one.