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CWPASADENA · 09-07-2015, 10:51 PM

The first time you drive an old car that you have been fixing will usually uncover problems that you did not expect. Each time you fix a few more things, your drives will get better and better and then one day you will realize this is getting to be a good car.

We do not consider your experience a failure at all. After all, you learned a lot. You learned what went right and the areas that need a little more attention. Your experience with your Grandfather is PRICELESS.

Very good suggestions have been posted by others. You may also want to refer to Les Andrews' books. I feel they have a world of knowledge.

One comment on the front end wobble, also check the tie rod and drag link ends for wear and be sure the springs properly preloaded and the plugs tight. Check toe-in AFTER you make any repair or adjustments to the tie rod ends.

When you finally have the car running well and reliable, you will have a great advantage over a lot of Model A Owners. If you do have a brake down (and we all have) you will know how to fix it. A lot of owners do not know the cars very well and have to rely on others to keep their cars running.

Keep at it and soon you will have a car that will be reliable and you can enjoy.

Keep us posted as to your progress.

Chris W.

09-07-2015, 10:51 PM	#20
CWPASADENA Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: PASADENA, CA Posts: 1,931	Re: Maiden Voyage= Failure The first time you drive an old car that you have been fixing will usually uncover problems that you did not expect. Each time you fix a few more things, your drives will get better and better and then one day you will realize this is getting to be a good car. We do not consider your experience a failure at all. After all, you learned a lot. You learned what went right and the areas that need a little more attention. Your experience with your Grandfather is PRICELESS. Very good suggestions have been posted by others. You may also want to refer to Les Andrews' books. I feel they have a world of knowledge. One comment on the front end wobble, also check the tie rod and drag link ends for wear and be sure the springs properly preloaded and the plugs tight. Check toe-in AFTER you make any repair or adjustments to the tie rod ends. When you finally have the car running well and reliable, you will have a great advantage over a lot of Model A Owners. If you do have a brake down (and we all have) you will know how to fix it. A lot of owners do not know the cars very well and have to rely on others to keep their cars running. Keep at it and soon you will have a car that will be reliable and you can enjoy. Keep us posted as to your progress. Chris W.