Skills & Assets of Model A Owner

[Bob Bidonde]

Experience: Should have a basic knowledge of how a pre-WW2 car's drive-line, engine, ignition & suspension operates.

Assets: A garage, a basic set of hand tools including SAE 3/8 & 1/2 inch socket sets with ratchets & breaker bars, SAE torque wrench, SAE set of combination wrenches, 3/16 1/4 & 5/16 flat blade screw drivers, water pump & slip joint pliers, tire irons, jack, jack stands, air compressor, tire pressure gauge, oil / antifreeze catch basin, vise, wheel chocks, engine hand crank, Model A instruction manual, magnetic base flashlight, membership in local Model A club, national club memberships, discretionary cash ...............


Mind Set: Incorporate modifications for safety & reliability including safety glass, right rear taillight & turn signals, LED taillights & headlights, cast iron brakes, cast aluminum 2-blade or 6-blade plastic engine cooling fan, outside mirrors, max speed is 55 MPH, allow twice as much stopping distance, leave space in front for modern cars & trucks to cut in...............