Thanks, very insightful video. Just to be clear… the ignition coil always has power on both side terminals + and - even when the ignition switch is off?

They did not have an oil filter.Oil wasto be changed every 500 miles. Also mechanical brakes. Proper adjustment a must

Wow, that is one hell of a video. Thank you

Excellent video. Thank you for this

I am a 17-year-old from Ohio and I have been watching your videos since I was about six or seven years old and I just wanted to thank you for the inspiration to buy my 1929 model a pick up truck rest in peace and thank you for everything you have done for us young folk who have the interest of bringing back to life the cars you loved and worked on

I use 90 120 gear lube

I have a 30 roadster, how do you take the cloth off the back of the frame? Thanks

Looking forward to getting mine running

Wtf did you do

Are there still Chevys out there?

I bought a 1930 Ford Model A last month for $3500. It's more or less a blank canvas since its really just a frame without a body (aside from the cowl off of a 1926 Ford Model T roadster pickup which is sitting on there). As far as I know, the frame has been refurbished and the engine has been rebuilt. The steering column on the car does not have a wheel on it but I did get a spare Gemmer column with it, as well as two full sets of fenders, a gas tank off a model T, a mismatched pair of rear bumpers, half of a front bumper, a set of splash aprons, four brackets for mounting running boards, some headlights, and a few other miscellanious items. I've been working on that Gemmer steering column, trying to remove the wheel so I can really free up the throttle lever. The spark advance lever moves good enough but I think the inside is full of gunk and rust and stuff, which is why I'm trying to get it apart. I'll try this method and report my results.

That was a big help thank you very much

What an excellent video. Im 24 and still trying to plug away at these older cars. I'm currently rebuilding a ford banjo and i've just stumbled upon your channel. I can already tell by the videos you make that you were a swell guy. Rest easy Mr.Bahm

Nice . I have the same heater in mine .

The fault lies in our schools that have drop' t industrial art and shop training. Even if a youngster has an aptitude for mechanics, he will never be introduced too it at a young age. They don't know the name for tools. What a shame.

Had one on all 3 of our T's. Used the T's year round in the South Carlina midlands

I sure do miss Jack's thorough but down to earth and positive advice.

Jack Bahm was the original Model A KZfaqr, and has my deepest respect. You are missed, Jack.

Great advice

Hi Jack, was there a particular reason that you have for covering the wheel?

What size tap did you use?

Thanks Jack, that was very informitive!

I used gas for years, but I haven't for a while, kerosene or diesel is what I have used before too! Don't know if that works but I will use mineral spirits too! Thanks Paul and Tina, hope you two have a wonderful day.

What a great salute to Jacks life.

Thanks Jack, you explained it well.

greese the fan shaft

Rest in peace Jack. Thanks to KZfaq you will be an inspiration to generations of Model A aficionados.

Withe timing lever all the way up the points should be opening as you lock down the cam. It seems to me your way shuts down the engine at full up lever position..... am I wrong ?

Coil should not be hot with the key off

I've always used the hand crank..

Sounds like a large minibus.

sounds late

Perfection! Thanks for your help. Saved me messing around with starter. Expect I will need to use a crowbar to rock the vehicle, because it seems to be “stuck” hard. Dr. Mike

You forgot the very important two oil spots on the generator and two spots on the distributor- these need to be done every 100 miles or so ( get an lubrication chart - very helpful) also lube the water pump.

Sorry to hear about Mr. Jack passing. Being from Louisiana, I felt at ease with talking to him about the problems I had with my A. Being a motorcycle master tech myself, he knew his years of automobile endeavours wasn’t falling on deaf ears. I read a book years ago about where he grew up not far from where I am in Louisiana, it told about his working in the family store and eventually going to college. And accepting a job with one of the big 3 if my memory serves. My A is body off right now. Who am I going to call to get it back together correctly? I will remember your kindness with great humbleness. RIP

My condolences to the family. Enjoyed all his videos. A true man.😔

How far backwards? I'm alone with no help

Your videos are very good on the model a ford, I had a problem with my model a yesterday, I started it and it started back firing through the carburetor, it has never done this before, what do you think might be the cause, I ordered a set of points and condenser, my car always starts and runs fine, it is a 1931 TUDOR, great video, THANKS for sharing your knowledge on these Model A FORD'S.

Thanks for this information. I put my A into 3rd gear and rocked it by myself. No clang. The starter still wouldn't turn over. I wanted to pull the starter off to look at it. After removing the 3 bolts, I couldn't pull it away. So with one bolt put in about half way, I rocked the car again. This time, the starter freed up and pushed out as far as the bolt would let it.

Going to give this tip a try out for my 1925 Model T Runabout which I am trying to remove the old spider at the steering column. Had to go find a new puller as you showed though, since I had long since gotten rid of the one that I previously had. Hoping this trick works well, as it sure looks like it might. Thanks for sharing.

Posting anymore of jacks vids?

Having the same issue on my 64 Belair... Was sitting for a while, got it running, changed the oil and then it wouldn't start back up. Cranks great, has spark and I'm shooting gas in the carb... Gonna try this and see what happens. I'll keep you posted, thanks for sharing!!

My Man .....I have been scratching my head ,asking mechanics ,searching You Tube and finally I got on my knees and said the Lord's prayer .I opened up youtube and you popped up on the screen and I did what you said ,I sprayed stating fluid in the huge manifold leak and that was it ...Boom...Thank you very much.

Thank you Jack I watched your video on how to drive a model a and its actually helped me well. Don't hesitate into 2nd but have soft hands.

terrific advice! I love the simplicity of these machines! Yet, I am ignorant about the Ford Model A. Educate me, please. Is there any way in the modern world to help reduce the transmission from leaking as much as they often do? For example if the transmission was refurbished with new gaskets, seals, etc., are there better seals or some other ways to help keep lubricant inside the trans where it belongs without so much leaking out, similar to what you were referring to with the new ways to install better seals for the steering gear? Are modern lubricants, such as synthetic gear lube that can cover a wide range of weights for the differential, considered harmful? Why? In the same manner why would the differential leak so much? Any modern way to stop the seals or gasket from leaking?--I would think there would be especially with all the smart experienced men maintaining these machines. Same thing with the king pins etc. I have a 53 year old garden tractor and I use modern seals on the trans and the differential and the front steering bearings, etc., and boy do they make a difference. In fact, I understand that the rear gears on my tractor come from the Ford Model A. (1969 Cub Cadet). My goal, eventually, is to get a Model A with some patina, but in excellent mechanic condition, and drive it regularly.

I already had one of Jack’s lights. I saved this video to watch after he was gone and I needed a visit with an old friend. Thinking about you buddy.

What do you recommend to cure a noisy cable that's in good condition? What Lubricant?

Your grandfather will be deeply missed. Please keep the channel active as it is a fantastic resource. Thank you best of luck always to your family.

I don't have it yet, but I am planning on getting one and I was wondering on how you would get the car into neutral?

I'm 32 and I want to track down my Great-Grandfather's 1930 Model A. He got it at the age of 48 and when ever he slowed down, he'd always say "whooooa slow down there..." like he was talking to his horse. The family held onto his car until 2005. I had no ability at the time to stop it from happening but I'd like to get it back one day of I can track it down. Either way, this channel has been amazing and incredibly informative.