Replaced a 95 year old windshield on a classic 1930 Ford Model A. What could go wrong? MEDIC!!!

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Ай бұрын

How to replace the windshield glass in a Ford Model A automobile. From the factory, Ford Model As came with laminated safety glass windshields. Unfortunately, the nearly 100 year old safety glass in Gandalf the green 1930 Ford Model A deluxe coupe was delaminating, and difficult to see through. I replaced the glass with newly manufactured safety glass specifically cut and specially labelled for a 1930 Ford Model A. Looks like it did from the fac-tree!
My spouse unit "Model T" is the assistant today. She works on patients at a hospital during the week and on Model As on weekends.
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@charlesdalton985 Ай бұрын

What a difference! Part of the charm of the Model A, it can be repaired. We've lost that in our current world in so many things. Thank you as always. Have a great week, God Bless ~ Chuck

@ModelA Ай бұрын

Well said Chuck!

@Kybossls Ай бұрын

It’s a twosome Saturday, 2 videos from the Shinn folks. Fun and educational, thanks

@markymark903 Ай бұрын

Yes Paul... Not scratching the paint is the right thing to do. You and T have a good day.

@56Spookdog Ай бұрын

It must be prewar windshield week Mike of My Kars Shop just replaced the one on his 26 Oakland that’s been in his family since new. He accidentally broke his because he didn’t notice a slight bump inside of the glass frame when he reinstalled it.

@mandolinman2006 Ай бұрын

What's for dinner? Nice homage to Grandpa Jones with the window bit. A little trick I learned as a kid was to use wood glue and toothpicks to help fill in the damaged wood.

@ModelA Ай бұрын

You're the first one to get the Grandpa Jones homage!!! You should win a nice broasted turkey with chitlins, butter seared okra and a icy cold tall glass of buttermilk!!!

@mandolinman2006 Ай бұрын

@@ModelA that's because I grew up on the tail-end of the show but did go back and watch some of the reruns. I'll let you have the chitlins. That's not my cup of tea. Green tea or sassafras tea, that's my cup of tea. 😉

@ModelA Ай бұрын

I like dandelion tea! Sassafras tea tastes like the bottom of a lawnmower.

@vayabroder729 Ай бұрын

@@ModelAsomething tells me you guys need to move to the South 😉

@ModelA Ай бұрын

I fell in love with Mississippi when I was there. If not for the weather, I could totally live there! Loved Alabama too. My long time friend lives north of Birmingham. But I think we're moving to eastern Tennessee after we retire. It's ultra conservative and no tornadoes along the smokey mountains. We already joined the Model A club there and everything!! Gonna enjoy that first glass of sweet tea on our new porch!!!

@jimprice1959 Ай бұрын

I insert a toothpick into the hole for securing loose wood screws. Gorilla glue is a good idea. Some moisture in the hole will help it cure.

@mattomon1045 Ай бұрын

a great video Paul a tip from a carpenter, use titebond and a toothpick , dip the tooth pick in the glue put the glued toothpick in the striped out hole , let glue dry !! then replace the screw. if you use the gorilla glue you cannot remove the screw.

@ModelA Ай бұрын

Thanks Matt! I had bad luck with the toothpick method years ago. Switched to gorilla glue and zero problems. Found out (the hard way, of course) You actually can remove the screw later, and it leaves nearly perfect threads behind.

@Dan-qy1rg Ай бұрын

Mr. Bob Guimarin is looking well, nice to see him doing so good. Great job on the windshield replacement and some great points, especially the tip on the gorilla glue for wood. If the chance ever arises I would love to get a Model A Ford, most any will do, but my favorite would be the truck. Enjoy all your videos Paul, thanks and I hope you and Model T, have a blessed weekend!

@ModelA Ай бұрын

THANKS! Can you believe he is almost 96 years old??

@Dan-qy1rg Ай бұрын

@@ModelA Wow, that is hard to believe! Doesn't show.👍

@ModelA Ай бұрын

I don't look or feel like I'm almost 60 either

@Dan-qy1rg Ай бұрын

@@ModelA I'm retired, but it seems like I should be in my 50's. That said, at times I feel like I'm older than Mr. Guimarin.🤭

@TooManyHobbiesJeremy Ай бұрын

Excellent intro. I'm so happy you cleared things up with Gandalf ❤

@ModelA Ай бұрын

Thanks Jeremy! My little homage to the great Grandpa Jones! (Hee Haw)

@DonaldYEastArtist Ай бұрын

Howdy Paul, I'm asking you the following questions because I've watched your videos for some time. I like the way you communicate with your audience. My wife and I would like a Model A. Her Grandfather had a Model A much like your coupe with the cloth covered top. She was in line for receiving this Ford years ago. That did not happen. I had a couple of Model A's. A 1930 Fordor sedan. and a 1931 delivery. None of my Fords ever saw final Restoration. When I was in Junior College I got interested in Cadillac's. And that had been the disease that I have had the rest of my life. I am now 84 years young. The only antique car I have left is a 1948 Cadillac Sedanette. I've owned and worked on this car for 43 years. It is not finished and does not currently run. It is an absolute rust free car and has been garaged for it's total life. We would like to trade this car for a Model A Coupe. I know you don't deal in Cadillacs. But do in Model A. So my last Question Is. How might you help My Wife and Myself make contacts with the right People. Thanks Claudia and Don "Don's Old Garage" on KZfaq.

@philipvetter2251 Ай бұрын

I've got a worn out windshield hinge. Now I know how to replace it. Thanks Paul!

@garyaxsom1815 Ай бұрын

Once again Beatiful job. Now if I ever have to replace mine I could pull it off. Thanks Paul & T. Oh and Dad!

@ModelA Ай бұрын

You can totally do it!

@uoba9989 Ай бұрын

Great job, Paul!!! Now on to the vacuum wiper motor rebuild!

@ModelA Ай бұрын

That's the plan!

@deoharvey3891 Ай бұрын

Love the music. Excellent instruction as usual.

@ModelA Ай бұрын

Glad you liked it!

@michaelrepetto669 Ай бұрын

Thanks, again for an excellent and timely video you guys 😊 Same job to do on my '29 Standard Coupe 👍

@ModelA Ай бұрын

Glad to help!

@calsurflance5598 Ай бұрын

But I liked the delaminated windshield! I gives you something interesting to look at when the scenery is dull! Lol I love the way you and T interact! Great team!

@ModelA Ай бұрын

Hahahaa!! Well, I was more worried about what the local highway patrol officer would think of it !!!

@calsurflance5598 Ай бұрын

@@ModelA You may have a point there.🧐

@garrettsiefer6526 Ай бұрын

Been fun watching your videos I recently got into model A’s I’m 28 but I hope to have one in a few years

@ModelA Ай бұрын

That would be pretty sweet!

@user-ek3wt8sz6p Ай бұрын

I have been waiting for this video! Thanks!!

@ModelA Ай бұрын

Hope you enjoyed it!

@nicce12 Ай бұрын

Great to see Gandalf with a new windshield (wife wondered why I exclaimed "Wow, finally!" suddenly) and all polished up, sure looks like a sweet ride!

@ModelA Ай бұрын

First thing she probably thought was "What? Did Paul finally put some shoes on?"

@nicce12 Ай бұрын

@@ModelA LoL - she thought that I should have traveled to Califonia to help you install it if the old glass disturbed me so much!

@ModelA Ай бұрын

@@nicce12 The futon in the spare bedroom is moderately comfy. Next time.

@RAK402 Ай бұрын

Great video! I am looking forward to the video on the wiper motor!

@ModelA Ай бұрын

Coming soon!!

@matthewmahalic3562 Ай бұрын

Fun times loved the video.

@lgude Ай бұрын

Every time I watch one of your videos Model As seem a better choice than contemporary cars because the new ones keep getting worse. Thank goodness my 2000 Echo is still going strong so I won’t have to trade up to an A Bone as we called them in my youth.

@ModelA Ай бұрын

My BFF Dave drove a 2000 Echo close to 500K miles on it! That thing used oil like a locomotive, but never quit. Until the computers went berzerk.

@brockshields9336 Ай бұрын

Yay! No more looking through the haze!

@festerhairball6588 Ай бұрын

I always learn something from watching your videos. I'm like the karate kid sanding floors. Thanks Mr. Miyagi 🫡

@ModelA Ай бұрын

My pleasure, Danielson

@jayoneill1533 Ай бұрын

Great tip using Gorilla Glue on stripped threads. When that stuff first came out I used some on a wood joint like I would have with Elmer’s and after it dried it was distorted because of the expansion. I never used it again…

@ModelA Ай бұрын

It is weird, but sometimes weird is what you want!

@craigroberts3982 Ай бұрын

Thank you Paul. I don't need a windshield but it does rattle so I'm gonna go see if the windshield, not unlike myself, has a screw loose.

@ModelA Ай бұрын

I hope whichever screw you have loose isn't the one you need to wake up every day!

@madman-pv9qd Ай бұрын

Toothpicks and glue, I love it. The next guy can take care of the rotten header. I've changed at least a dozen headers in the last 55 years or so, If it won't hold screws it's time. I mean really folks, it's not that hard or time consuming to bring it back to specification with a new header. That is a Major structural component that will insure integrity and a quiet body. I liked the West Side Story music in the video though.

@ModelA Ай бұрын

Thanks! The header in Gandalf isn't rotten. I just boogered up one of the holes. No need to replace the whole header for that.

@madman-pv9qd Ай бұрын

@@ModelA No need to worry. As a board member you have header immunity.

@marilynmoore6752 Ай бұрын

My husband uses titebond wood glue, along with tooth picks to fix stripout threads works great

@ModelA Ай бұрын

Good to know!

@scottmagyar Ай бұрын

Paul another great video, Question is this green machine going to be for sale after all the repairs are done, thk

@ModelA Ай бұрын

It will

@williamforbes5826 Ай бұрын

This is why the model A has so much charm. You can work on them. Quaint and quirky. You make some daunting repairs apear as easy as baking a pound cake! With coffee, of course! Remember, there is no blood in my coffee system. Just caffeine!

@ModelA Ай бұрын

These cars are just so simple!

@williamforbes5826 Ай бұрын

@@ModelA Sometimes I feel like a founding member of KISS! Keep It Simple (dare I say stupid?) The modern era makes some truly convenient features and devices, but repairability isn't one of them. Thanks again, Paul.

@ModelA Ай бұрын

They are designed now to only be repairable by a dealer or a dealership type place with all the fancy computer machines. It is that way to make more money. And, for the record, you can say "stupid" here any time, I am a strict Constitutionalist and in my world, "free speech" means just that. Although it had more to do with a free press, the press today is pathetic. They have gone off the rails and put their politics before truth. Don't even get me started

@williamforbes5826 Ай бұрын

@@ModelA We sound like kindred spirits. Trying to uphold the word of truth with the weight of ignorance trying to pull us down. Have a nice day, Paul. I am stepping down for now and the soapbox has been removed.

@ModelA Ай бұрын

My soapbox got wet and melted.

@deanjernstrom3760 Ай бұрын

Love it,that's what I did for 30 years. All types of glass work. Nice little car. Stay safe .

@ModelA Ай бұрын

Thanks, Dean, will do!

@michaelcschmitt Ай бұрын

Nice video, you said you were getting ready to change it out.

@ModelA Ай бұрын

I'm a man of my word

@Snrpolloloco Ай бұрын

Hi Paul. Do you have a video of replacing a side roll up window? Got a rear passenger Tudor window I’d like to replace but no clue how to do it.

@ModelA Ай бұрын

Sorry, haven't done one yet

@JefferyHall-ct2tr Ай бұрын

Hi Paul! Been waiting for this one! Did you get your windshield glass from a local source, or did you order it from one of the parts places? It would be cool to know if they might be available at a local glass shop. A funny story: My friend was re-doing a Karmann Ghia he had and we couldn't get the windshield back in. He found a place about 15 or 20 miles from his house that said they could install his windshield. SOooooo. I got to drive the car to the place with no windshield! Quite an experience! It's amazing how much sand, tiny pebbles, and other detrius gets thrown up from the highway! No wonder those old racing drivers always wore goggles!!

@ModelA Ай бұрын

I was going to say.. goggles!! Hahhaaa! Got it from one of the Model A parts vendors. A bit pricey, but perfect fit.

@marcussweden8521 Ай бұрын

Did you put in car safety glass or is that not possible to get in right thickness, flattness, dimension?? What glass do you recommend?

@ModelA Ай бұрын

It is indeed safety glass

@williamforbes5826 Ай бұрын

Great question! Plate glass is quite dangerous.

@ModelA Ай бұрын

Yep. In a wreck, plate glass will make you look like you just baptized a cat.

@kennethswain6313 Ай бұрын

The compact tire inflator you demonstrated. What brand was that? Has it served well? I’m going to add one off it gets a good report thanks yes glass is very heavy

@ModelA Ай бұрын

It's from the jungle website. I linked to it in the video descrption

@mr_paw_t Ай бұрын

Good work! I'm glad to see, that no humans or animals were hurt during the making of this video. Have a great week.

@ModelA Ай бұрын

Thanks Paul!

@RobertAScott-lp4yc 29 күн бұрын

I must have missed it when you put the hinge gasket in. The old one on my '30 coupe had the flat part cut off. Is that necessary? My WS will not close except when I push it from the outside.

@ModelA 29 күн бұрын

I never removed the hinge gasket, so didn't have to put it in. Sorry, I failed to mention that. If your windshield won't close all the way, that gasket could be the culprit or it could have a warp in it (that's what I was checking for in the video).

@dalemettee1147 Ай бұрын

OK Paul, maybe I missed it or took a nap in between scenes. Where did you buy the glass for the windshield?

@ModelA Ай бұрын

Any of the Model A parts vendors.

@johnjordan5944 Ай бұрын

What would be the problem if the frame of the windshield wants to close tighter on one side more than the other?

@ModelA Ай бұрын

Then if got bent or warped.

@larescats9228 28 күн бұрын

Hello Paul. Where did you buy glass And was it safety glass Thank you. Larry

@ModelA 28 күн бұрын

Yep, safety glass. Available at all the regular Model A parts vendors.

@martymorris9017 Ай бұрын

Hello Paul. It’s me again. I know you comment with KN air filter part number that works with the model A. I’ve searched in your videos and for the life me can’t find? Would mind replying with the part number? Thanks. Hope y’all are having a blessed July 4th. Took my 19 coupe out this morning.

@kdog622 27 күн бұрын

At time 7:28, you show the "special" clip that goes on the vacuum line in the corner of the windshield. Do you have a part number for that clip? I can't find any reference to that clip in my catalogs (I can find the other three clips, but not that fourth one). Thanks!

@ModelA 27 күн бұрын

I don't know if they make those repro anymore (mine is an original part). Option is you can get one of these for a dollar and bend the bottom to hold the metal tube- www.mikes-afordable.com/product/A17616A.html

@kdog622 26 күн бұрын

@@ModelA no biggie. I don't think I really need it. When I got my coupe several years ago, it had a vacuum leak at the bend in that tubing at the corner of the windshield caused by vibration and rubbing on the windshield frame. I soldered the leak and then slid a piece of vacuum line over it to eliminate the vibration and the rub. No more prob. I just thought if that clip was readily available, I would install it, because I like to have original setup where ever possible. Thanks anyways.

@brettmacdonald6777 Ай бұрын

Gorilla glue activates with moisture. A little spray of water (damp not wet) in the hole will greatly increase it's effectiveness.

@ModelA Ай бұрын

That's true! In this case, I want it to go off a bit slower though.

@jaiden_good 25 күн бұрын

I thought the joke at the start was pretty funny 😂😂 Also what is the hose for?

@ModelA 24 күн бұрын

Thanks! The hose runs the windshield wiper (it uses manifold vacuum).

@jaiden_good 24 күн бұрын

@@ModelA so thats why when i see you start a model a the windshield wiper moves. I think thats pretty neat

@ModelA 24 күн бұрын

@@jaiden_good Yep!! Old school

@bogiepgr 6 күн бұрын

Same topic, different model. Would be great to see an episode covering details on replacing the glass on a [1931] roadster, including refurbishing the cups and bolts to hold the window open. Thanks for considering.

@johnmereness1054 Ай бұрын

Pretty much everything can go wrong in what should be an easy project

@ModelA Ай бұрын

You're RIGHT!!

@Peter-cy1nr Ай бұрын

Was the windshield custom made ?

@ModelA Ай бұрын

Yes and no. All the Model A parts vendors sell safety glass Model A windshields.

@michaelcschmitt Ай бұрын

Steel wool would help amd you would be able to remove the screw later!

@ModelA Ай бұрын

Thanks!!

@victoriahortus 28 күн бұрын

drive IT LIKE YOU KNOW HOW TO FIX IT!

@michaelcschmitt Ай бұрын

Is that Vanna White

@ModelA Ай бұрын

My own personal Vanna White

@marilynmoore6752 Ай бұрын

My husband uses kroil to remove rusted bolts and screws in metal, the screws in the windshield frame must not have been rusted on your car then

@ModelA Ай бұрын

Correct. They were fine

@guadalupesanchezherrera5670 Ай бұрын

¿Quién es la atractiva joven de la camiseta rosa?

@ModelA Ай бұрын

Es mi esposa, "Model T"

@andyweixler662 Ай бұрын

where did you get the glass? can any auto glass store make it to size? what type of glass came from factory? what type to use as replacement?

@ModelA Ай бұрын

Any of the Model A parts vendors. Probably, yes. Factory was laminated safety glass, this is exact replacement.

@JesusIsMyFirst Ай бұрын

I like your dad's shirt.

@ModelA Ай бұрын

Can you believe he is almost 96 years old??

@JesusIsMyFirst Ай бұрын

@@ModelA Yeah. That's great!

@chrisduggins3435 Ай бұрын

I was glad to see Bob as well, I had been wondering how he was doing

@rickallshouse8026 23 күн бұрын

I by the used windshield ok

@truthreigns7 Ай бұрын

I must say Paul the mumbling part made you sound like an old man, lol. Only joking

@ModelA Ай бұрын

Did I sound like Biden a couple nights ago??

@truthreigns7 Ай бұрын

@@ModelA oh my noooo. The talking donkey in Numbers 22:28 - 30 sounds mire intelligent then him.

@ModelA Ай бұрын

Indeed!!!

@garyruark9506 Ай бұрын

Paul. Never work on removing glass without gloves.

@ModelA Ай бұрын

Dang! I thought for sure the first safety comment was going to be I should wear safety glasses. Now I owe my dad a soda.

@garyruark9506 Ай бұрын

Well I sssume it us saftey glass.

@ModelA Ай бұрын

It is, you are correct

@mikeshort4291 Ай бұрын

Boat Life Git-Rot will penetrate rotten wood and harden enough to be able to screw new screws in.

@ModelA Ай бұрын

Penetrating epoxy, it's called. Yep! But the wood in Gandalf is fine. I just boogered the hole

@truthreigns7 Ай бұрын

Hey Grandpa, What's for supper? (kzfaq.info/get/bejne/adGRfJabtpy7aKs.html)

@ModelA Ай бұрын

Yuuuuuum, YUM!!

@truthreigns7 Ай бұрын

@@ModelA Oh yes

@MrModelaer Ай бұрын

I would not like to be the poor soul that has to remove that windshield after gluing the screws in.

@ModelA Ай бұрын

Not a problem! The screws will back out once you "crack" the glue bond, and the threads left behind will be perfectly useable again.

@flintknappingtools Ай бұрын

May the Lord bless you!

@ModelA Ай бұрын

May the Lord give blessings to you!

@vayabroder729 Ай бұрын

That is great; one of the things that needed to be done. Very sad that this glass was all original but unusable. The great Bob is looking great; Let’s Go Brandon! 😉

@ModelA Ай бұрын

He is almost 96 years old! I want to be just like him when I grow up.

@scokeing Ай бұрын

Thanks, I need to do the same on my 30 Tudor, have new glass and with this education video I will attempt. While not shown in the video is taking apart the top from side frame straight forward ? Side and top corner screws pull apart? The permatex gasket maker makes the project straight forward, and gorilla glue hint is a lifesaver too. Thanks for sharing!,

@ModelA Ай бұрын

Yep. Just take the screws out and pull the top rail off.