This book was written not long after the model a era, and i believe geared towards garages who serviced these cars. The ford motor company prepared a 62 page book by this title for the first ever national model a ford meet held in dearborn michigan in 1955 and sponsored by the model a restorers club and ford motor company. All you want to know on the complete restoration of a model a ford to its original condition, as it would have been driven out of the assembly plant door. Complete model a restoration including fabrication, new and used parts, sheet metal restoration and maintenance on mechanical components. After overhauling the motor and hearing it run for the first time, jim had to put the whole project on hold and place the truck into storage, as the whole. The srod is a side rail shift overdrive with a tail shaft shifter, not top shifter this top shift overdrive transmission was made for ford by tremec, and it is known as a t170ft rts. The photos are just pictures of disassembled parts with no or few directions. About founded in 1978 by lynn williams out of his passion for early fords. One hundred and five years after henry ford first introduced the model t, the model to put america on wheel. Model a ford club of america model a restorers club ford model aa truck club a ford club nederland ford model a at curlie. Model a ford garage tremec t170ft rts tod specifications. It contains 72 pages of diagrams, text, and photographs along with a table of contents. Model a ford garage is dedicated to topics relating primarily to the history and authentic restoration of the 1928 to 1931 model a and aa ford, 1932 model b and bb ford, and the 1933 to 1934 model bb and model 4046 four cylinder ford cars, trucks, and parts produced worldwide by the ford motor company.
Restoration of the model a door and deck lid handles. Model a restoration manual a1 macs auto parts ford. The manuals and literature on the detroit iron digital products were originally published by the car truck manufacturer for. Although we specialize in 19281931 ford model as, we also offer restorations on other marques such as chevrolet, chrysler, dodge, hudson, packard, franklin and many others. The complete model a ford restoration manual oneill. The pickup looks resplendent in its new coat of paint. Our machine shop services can build you the engine that you have. The 19231927 ford model t marked the end of a long run for the venerable classic. This website is dedicated to the preservation of the model a ford, the correct application of components as described in the model a restorers club and the model a ford club of americas restoration guidelines and judging manual, as well as preserving the wealth of knowledge that has been previously uncovered and recorded. This little book has a treasure trove of information. A 368 page a4 manual on complete model a ford restoration. The complete model a ford restoration manual model a ford.
A ford manual clutch uses a cable or series of rods to actuate the clutch throughout bearing. February 16, 2006 the following index pertains to those model a ford parts and restoration application methods and studies which have been or are currently being researched by many model a ford researchers and restoration persons who have personal model a ford websites. Everything you need to know about leanne ford restored by the fords hgtv. There were about different instruction books marcmafca rgs revised 1997 printed throughout the model aaa era. Using the 1930 phaeton, roadster and roadster pickup, as examples of body restoration les pearson l. The manuals and literature on the detroit iron digital products were originally.
This book covers the exterior, interior, chassis, engine compartment and accessories associated with the 1952 and 1953 model years. Restorers model a shop manual this manual contains 224 pages of detailed stepbystep procedures and 200 photos and illustrations for the repair and restoration of model a engines and chassis components. How to troubleshoot a ford manual clutch it still runs. Model a ford restoration manual cw moss ford parts.
Has been reprinted many times and the parts houses usually have it. I was given this yesterday and this is the first time i have seen it. Model a ford restoration manual la1 this book contains 72 pages covering the different body styles, colors,and features. The complete model a ford restoration manual model a. Can provide overview and consulting work on your project. Not beeing a mechanic the internet was our major source of information for the restoration. Although most of the commercials were the heavier, model aas, a small number of pickups like ws 5100 were produced from the carbased model a. It covers all fourteen of the model a passenger car body types, including the phaeton, coupe, tudor sedan, town sedan, station wagon, business coupe, taxicab, roadster, sport coupe, fordor sedan, cabriolet, victoria, town car and the convertible sedan.
While most owners of a ford model a should learn how to do basic maintenance and repairs themselves, having such knowledgeable and experienced men as jay pearcy and ray williamson available for advice and access to high quality parts in a phenomenal advantage. Covers all years of model a ford production, including the early cars. The manual includes wiring diagrams, lubrication charts, illustrated instructions on the proper adjustment of brakes, carburetor, points, generator, clutch, ignition, wheels, and cooling system with many illustrations. Restored by the fords videos restored by the fords hgtv. This manual offers basic information on all model as, including accessories available at the time, vehicle specifications and diagrams of each body style. This book includes all mechanical aspects of a model a restoration with hundreds of pictures, including body, body woodwork, panel work, painting, pinstriping etc, associated with years of model a production. Get high quality 19281931 ford model a restoration parts or accessories for your antique or classic car or truck. We also stock a complete line of quality original replacement parts and used parts for your model a. Find out how competition forced henry ford to modify the model t. This book describes in technical detail the complete restoration of a model a ford 1928 to 1931, left or right hand drive to its original condition. This detailed twovolume 488page book on the 195253 ford passenger cars and station wagons provides a variety of information important to the authentic restoration of these vehicles. Restorers model a shop manual motorbooks workshop it is an expensive waste of your money. Jim, to really know the mechanics of your car i would suggest three books. The book is perfectly bound like a phone book as well as being stitched, with a semi hard cover and a4 sizing.
This manual is an authoritative guide for restoring all ford model a cars manufactured and sold in 1928, 1929, 1930 and 1931. Author, editor, illustrator, photographer book recommendations, author interviews, editors picks, and more. Over well presented color pictures, including some extreme close up detail shots of many parts. The completely restored 1929 ford model a restoration manual a1 out on a test dri. Driving is an experience that requires all of the senses to work together and gather information in order t. So we profited of other model a enthousiasts around the world, who presented their cars and projects, and above all their knowledge. Following the success of the revived mini and fiat 500, ford is reportedly digging even deeper into its history for a new lowcos. A 368 page a 4 manual on complete model a ford restoration. Driving is an experience that requires all of the senses to work together and gather information. The model a ford community in san antonio is very fortunate to have not one but two dedicated ford model a restoration and repair shops. Ford model a early 1930 town sedan briggs body assembled around april 1930 in asnieres, france engine number 278 6714 located in germany start of restoration in 2006. The information and pictures this book covers over 48 years of restoration advice and tips. These were replaced with the hydraulic style activation to allow for less pressure of the pedal. Here we describe how the wood fitting and body alignement is done.
By far the best book ever written on model a ford restoration, with well over well presented color pictures, including some extreme close up shots of some parts and detail never seen in any. Feb 01, 2021 up for sale is a soft back copy of the booklet ford model a restoration manual a 1. Ford model a restoration manual a1paperback unabridged. The 198487 ford f150 tod top shift overdrive is a four speed manual transmission with fourth gear as an overdrive. The complete model a ford restoration manual the complete model a ford restoration manual covers all years of model a ford production, including the early cars. Small sedans, suvs, hybrids and electric vehicles are the cheapest to run while pickup trucks cost way more. The complete model a ford restoration manual by les pearson. Body assembly and wood fitting ford model a 1930 briggs. February 16, 2006 the following index pertains to those model a ford parts and restoration application methods and studies which have been or are currently being researched by many model a ford researchers and restoration persons who have personal model a ford. Advertisement ford in the 1920s was in a state of transition.
Find great deals on ebay for ford model a manual and ford model a restoration manual. Using the 1930 phaeton, roadster and roadster pickup, as examples of body restoration. The ford model a also colloquially called the a model ford or the a, and abone among hot rodders and customizers was the ford motor companys second market success, after its predecessor, the model t. Ford 19281931 model a restoration manual 1930 and 1931, if you are restoring a ford model a, you will find this book is an indispensable guide to help you along the way,this manual is an authoritative guide for restoring all ford model a cars manufactured and sold in 1928, 1929, shopping made easy and fun online shopping for fashion enjoy fast shipping and 365 day returns. According to data collected by the aaa, the average motorist pays 60. Follow henry as we tour the long beach assembly plant circa 1930 permanent dead link ford model a assembly plant in edgewater nj. Disco balls, overalls and the coolest interior designs ever see what we did there. This model a ford restoration was a labour of love our. Ford model a restoration manual a1 is anybody familiar with this small book.
The ford model a engine123 model numbers for the model a ford 126 body assembly plant numbers. Advance the throttle lever located under the steering wheel right hand side about three notches, or until the ac celerator pedal moves slightly downward. The complete model a ford restoration manual spiralbound january 1, 2012. This model a ford restoration was a labour of love our canada. Up for sale is a soft back copy of the booklet ford model a restoration manual a1. Ford model a early 1930 town sedan briggs body assembled around april 1930 in asnieres, france engine number 278 6714 located in germany start of restoration in 2006 body assembly and wood fitting.
Watch restored by the fords videos from hgtv steve and leanne ford. This book contains 72 pages covering the different body styles, colors, and features and has complete specifications on all the 192831 body dimensions. There are 140 1929 ford model as for sale today on. Model a ford owners manual 1931 cw moss ford parts. Ford mod this is a model a restoration picture website. The complete model a ford restoration manual by les. Model a ford reference sheet, owners manual, and help.
The operation of the zenith model a carburetor can be affected by the way it was rebuilt and by the use of the correct parts. Ford model a restoration manual a1 copyright 1955 by ford. Ignition inspection setting rotordistributor contact gap setting point gap ignition timing the primary circuit the secondary circuit how the condenser works how the coil works restoration tips by tom endy. The original ford manuel that came with the car is better. Model a ford owners manual 1931 a copy of the original instruction book that was supplied with the cars when they were new. I plan to move this into the chassis technical forum. First produced on october 20, 1927, but not introduced until december 2, it replaced the venerable model t, which had been produced for 18 years. Ford model a instruction book this is a quality reproduction of. The booklet is in very good condition with no loose or missing pages. Visit car and driver to research ford model u car news. How to restore your model a volume 2 table of contents i. Have large selection of original bolts and hardware. Whether you are looking just an oil change or looking for a shop to do your complete restoration, we are shop that can do it all for your model a. The content appears to be photo copies of old ford documents.
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