Get those Trailer Queens of the trailer and USE them

[RockHillWill]

Good evening to you 'Wooden'.

I do get 'on a rant' sometimes and when posting like this, it's difficult to judge content of comment without being able to watch some ones face, smile, etc. I did not intend for it to sound like I preferred the 'finer' restorations, only that they had their place, especially for preserving history. I am really disappointed that I sold my Panel Truck so soon after restoring it. As I was completing it, I had many enjoyable evenings pondering the possibility of driving it around the United States on a 'perimeter tour'. I have been in each of the states other than N. Dakota, Alaska and Hawaii. I had visions of spending time with many of my friends as I completed the tour other than Hawaii. I like to drive long distances and it was only the thoughts about driving home thru the southern borders that tempered my enthusiasm to the point that I laid that plan aside.

If you own a Model A, it is my opinion that you should be able to do what ever you would like to do with it to provide enjoyment. I have many friends in the metal shaping community that are from your neck of the woods, and a couple of which are considering attending a metal shaping event that I am hosting in a couple of months.

BTW, I also have restored a driver pickup, a Tudor that is my current driver and am currently building an aluminum bodied speedster which formed the interest that has led me to meet so many international metal shaping friends.

[nickyboomboom]

I can understand the appreciation of a perfectly restored vehicle, but the joy it brings to the kids and grandkids riding in the rumble seat and the smiles we get when riding around town, lockport Illinois, far outweigh the idea of a trailer.

[Marco Tahtaras]

It's worth noting that some folks seem to assume everything is "either/or" meaning you can't do both. When one is a 'die hard' Model A guy it's not unusual to have more than one car to suit different needs. I can guarantee I've driven a Model A far more than 95% of the participants here. However I will admit I haven't hit the 100k miles mark yet as raising a family DID slow things down a bit in my case.

I've driven many types of terrain but must say I've never crossed a creek! I did have fun spinning donuts in the mud in Carson City, Nevada after a storm.

Different folks have different things that motivate them. Some have MANY!

[C26Pinelake]

Originally Posted by HoarseWhisperer

Once they are restored to fine points standard and judged at a meet, many are then driven.

Great Googley Moogley! Why do so many in the hobby want to make it a us vs them. Enjoy whatever "cranks your frank" with your vehicle, it's ok. Drive it or trailer it. Trying to convince others that your way is the only way is a waste of time, imo.

Maybe a good spot for seat belts and goggles ( I love it ) ! Wayne

[HoarseWhisperer]

Originally Posted by C26Pinelake

Maybe a good spot for seat belts and goggles ( I love it ) ! Wayne

It's the mother-inlaw seat, Wayne.

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[C26Pinelake]

Originally Posted by HoarseWhisperer

It's the mother-inlaw seat, Wayne.

Now that is funny especially if you drive thru a briar patch !
Wayne

[DadOfTwo]

Originally Posted by HoarseWhisperer

...snip

With what looks like a leg trap hanging from the front bumper, I'm guessing that's the tracker's seat?

My Grandfather used to tell of hunting coyotes in a T. He'd drive through the fields with the windshields opened up, left hand on the wheel and right hand holding a rifle out the front.

[BILL WILLIAMSON]

Some of our guys build wood seats from 3 pieces of 2" X 6" & they just slip down on top of the bumper. "Sumbody wuz gonna' make me one, he never did it though????????????????
Bill W.

[HoarseWhisperer]

It's good to be prepared for long distance touring.....

[holdover]

I like this "At a show last summer the MC announced " here come the dark clouds, all queens immediately report to your trailer "

Both of mine are drivers, they are like me, not perfect

[jfreddie]

The chain underneath is a nice touch...

[C26Pinelake]

Originally Posted by HoarseWhisperer

It's good to be prepared for long distance touring.....

I wonder what kind of wax or polish they use and was it buffed afterwards ?
Wayne

[SteveB31]

Are you guys REALLY arguing about this ?

[dean from bozeman]

It seems to me that there are more and more folks who think that their way is THE right way and others are wrong. For me, driving or trailering is fine depending on what YOU want to do with your vehicle. Actually I practice what Marco is talking about. My very early Phaeton, A495, is a trailer king. My '39 Ford Coupe is driving car.

Will, I totally agree that restoring to fine point is a way to assure that automotive history is preserved but I totally disagree that you are an "old" man. I WILL accept that you are older but the word "old" has bad connotations for me. It is an end of the road type term. A case in point, my dad was 91 years old when he agreed to reside in an assisted living place. As we walked around he said that there sure were a lot of old people there. His point was that most had accepted a finality that he would not. Almost to the end he planned on "escaping" and getting back to work. Will, your mind is vibrant and your spirit is the same. I've always admired those things about you. However, I would like you to remove the word "old" from your vocabulary when talking about yourself. Otherwise I may need to come down to South Carolina and we'll have to have a talk. Love ya, brother.

Dean

[HoarseWhisperer]

Originally Posted by C26Pinelake

I wonder what kind of wax or polish they use and was it buffed afterwards ?
Wayne

I believe they use a "Duster" modified with sandpaper, Pinelake!

[Tiny]

Originally Posted by HoarseWhisperer

It's good to be prepared for long distance touring.....

Is that a 68C?

[burner31]

Originally Posted by BILL WILLIAMSON

WELL, IF I had built a HIGH POINTS car, I'd probably keep it stashed away, to keep it "LOOKIN NEW"!! I do things to please ME & THE DORG.
Bill W.

What's a "DORG"?

[CarlG]

GROD spelled backwards

[HoarseWhisperer]

Originally Posted by Tiny

Is that a 68C?

Appears to be, Tiny. Here's another angle. Looks like the owner is a golfer.