The Ford Barn

ericr · 08-24-2021, 08:12 PM

Model "A"s seem hot to drive in and I often wonder how our ancestors did it wearing vests, ties, suits, long-sleeve shirts, hats...has anyone seen the early model (I think a 4-door) with the factory ventilator? I wonder how it worked, by a cable or whar, did it have a gasket to repel rain, as getting water in that area would be a serious pain.

Any thots why it was discontinued?

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Tom Wesenberg · 08-24-2021, 09:16 PM

They work great on a Studebaker, but on a Model A I'd think they would suck in engine heat from the hood vents.

Bob from Northport · 08-24-2021, 09:20 PM

The Chevrolet Confederates with those vents had that same problem of pulling in engine heat.

Neil Mylar LakewoodCA · 08-24-2021, 10:16 PM

My brother and I drove an early 28 Fordor from Los Angeles to Bend, Oregon to attend the Northwest Model A Meet, in 1977.

Drawing in engine heat was not a problem.

We did however pass through a swarm of dragon flies and the cowl vent allowed some uninvited guests.

At one time, there was a person who made cowl vent gaskets.

Neil Mylar LakewoodCA · 08-24-2021, 10:42 PM

I had a friend install two early 28 cowl vents in my 29 Tudor's cowl.
They turned out nice.
I'll try to find pictures to post.

Synchro909 · 08-25-2021, 04:43 AM

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You guys shouldn't complain bout you As getting hot. Try driving a RHD Model A in century degree heat. The hot exhaust is right there at the steering column and there are gaps around that and the pedals. which allow the heat to blow straight up your leg. The result is roasted nuts!

WHN · 08-25-2021, 07:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Synchro909

You guys shouldn't complain bout you As getting hot. Try driving a RHD Model A in century degree heat. The hot exhaust is right there at the steering column and there are gaps around that and the pedals. which allow the heat to blow straight up your leg. The result is roasted nuts!

Dry roasted?

Enjoy.

WTSHNN · 08-25-2021, 09:53 AM

Here is a picture of a wrecked one.

DW-1934-02-15-66-03-X3.jpg

-Tim

katy · 08-25-2021, 11:49 AM

The '26 - 27' Ts had a vent on top of the cowl, which also gave access to the fuel tank filler cap.

ericr · 08-25-2021, 03:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Synchro909

You guys shouldn't complain bout you As getting hot. Try driving a RHD Model A in century degree heat. The hot exhaust is right there at the steering column and there are gaps around that and the pedals. which allow the heat to blow straight up your leg. The result is roasted nuts!

well you need to remove your suit jacket, your vest, your tie, and your Sailor Straw Hat. If you are still wearing spats, they have to go too.

rfitzpatrick · 08-25-2021, 07:32 PM

What are Spats??

ericr · 08-25-2021, 10:35 PM

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Originally Posted by rfitzpatrick

What are Spats??

those decorative coverings over mens' shoes, usually worn with formal attire, most frequently I guess in the early 1900s

al's28/33 · 08-25-2021, 11:11 PM

they covered the laces and tongue of your shoes. YOWZZA!!!! now that's a sharp dressed man.

Chris in WNC · 08-26-2021, 06:13 PM

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Originally Posted by ericr

most frequently I guess in the early 1900s

mid 1960's our high school marching band uniforms included white spats.....

08-24-2021, 08:12 PM	#1
ericr Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Posts: 1,542	Anyone Seen the Early Model With Cowl Ventilator? Model "A"s seem hot to drive in and I often wonder how our ancestors did it wearing vests, ties, suits, long-sleeve shirts, hats...has anyone seen the early model (I think a 4-door) with the factory ventilator? I wonder how it worked, by a cable or whar, did it have a gasket to repel rain, as getting water in that area would be a serious pain. Any thots why it was discontinued? 0

08-24-2021, 09:16 PM	#2
Tom Wesenberg Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Mpls, MN Posts: 27,582	Re: Anyone Seen the Early Model With Cowl Ventilator? They work great on a Studebaker, but on a Model A I'd think they would suck in engine heat from the hood vents.

08-24-2021, 09:20 PM	#3
Bob from Northport Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: 215 E. 6th Street Northport, Michigan 49670 Posts: 1,031	Re: Anyone Seen the Early Model With Cowl Ventilator? The Chevrolet Confederates with those vents had that same problem of pulling in engine heat. __________________ Bob from Northport Northport, Michigan

08-24-2021, 10:16 PM	#4
Neil Mylar LakewoodCA Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Lakewood, CA Posts: 1,482	Re: Anyone Seen the Early Model With Cowl Ventilator? My brother and I drove an early 28 Fordor from Los Angeles to Bend, Oregon to attend the Northwest Model A Meet, in 1977. Drawing in engine heat was not a problem. We did however pass through a swarm of dragon flies and the cowl vent allowed some uninvited guests. At one time, there was a person who made cowl vent gaskets.

08-24-2021, 10:42 PM	#5
Neil Mylar LakewoodCA Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Lakewood, CA Posts: 1,482	Re: Anyone Seen the Early Model With Cowl Ventilator? I had a friend install two early 28 cowl vents in my 29 Tudor's cowl. They turned out nice. I'll try to find pictures to post.

08-25-2021, 04:43 AM	#6
Synchro909 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Melbourne, Australia Posts: 8,431	Re: Anyone Seen the Early Model With Cowl Ventilator? Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) You guys shouldn't complain bout you As getting hot. Try driving a RHD Model A in century degree heat. The hot exhaust is right there at the steering column and there are gaps around that and the pedals. which allow the heat to blow straight up your leg. The result is roasted nuts! __________________ When all is said and done, more is said than done. That's why we judge people on what they do, not what they say. I sometimes wonder what happened to the people who asked me for directions. If I am not in trouble, I've done something wrong.

08-25-2021, 09:53 AM	#8
WTSHNN Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Chicago Posts: 1,503	Re: Anyone Seen the Early Model With Cowl Ventilator? Here is a picture of a wrecked one. DW-1934-02-15-66-03-X3.jpg -Tim __________________ No one wants advice - only corroboration. -John Steinbeck

08-25-2021, 11:49 AM	#9
katy Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Red Deer, Alberta Posts: 6,071	Re: Anyone Seen the Early Model With Cowl Ventilator? The '26 - 27' Ts had a vent on top of the cowl, which also gave access to the fuel tank filler cap. __________________ If you don't hear a rumor by 10 AM, start one!. Got my education out behind the barn!

08-25-2021, 07:32 PM	#11
rfitzpatrick Senior Member Join Date: May 2018 Location: Coral Springs, Florida Posts: 747	Re: Anyone Seen the Early Model With Cowl Ventilator? What are Spats??

08-25-2021, 11:11 PM	#13
al's28/33 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Redwood City, CA Posts: 1,722	Re: Anyone Seen the Early Model With Cowl Ventilator? they covered the laces and tongue of your shoes. YOWZZA!!!! now that's a sharp dressed man. __________________ 1928 "A" Phaeton (mid year with many early features) 1933 "V8" Closed-Cab Pickup Truck (originally a Model B, 4 Cylinder dating to May, 1933)