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mlp623 · 10-12-2015, 08:28 AM

I am a Model A and Early V8 owner and I am looking to join a T National Club to learn more about the T. I know asking this question in the A forum starts a firestorm of comments - but what I am looking for is a simple recommendation on which club to join (MTFCA or Intl or Other). A good magazine is probably high on the list. MTFCA does have a closer local chapter.

Your thoughts?

Thanks
Matt

redmodelt · 10-12-2015, 08:57 AM

My first suggestions is to log on and explore both web sites. They both have their good points. The MTFCA is more directed at touring and driving, the International club has judging. Our club no longer is directly connected to ether club so we don't have a requirement to be a member on one of the national clubs. If I had to pick one, it would be the MTFCA.
You do not have to be a member of the clubs to use the web sites. I would suggest exploring the web sites first to get your feet wet. You may learn more on them about the T's then joining a club at this point from my experience as a club member. Depending on how your local club is set up, the meetings may be more business and fellowship directed more then talking about T's. Go to a meeting, guest are encouraged.

tfan · 10-13-2015, 08:03 PM

I'm no expert, but I think MTFCA is good and our local club is a chapter.
http://wicapitalmodeltclub.com

mlp623 · 10-14-2015, 10:22 AM

Thanks - Both good suggestions and confirmed that MTFCA is a good club to join.

Matt

Roger Byrne · 10-14-2015, 01:51 PM

In my opinion, the MTFCA has the best magazine and for sure, the best Web site. However, the club that is nearest you (MTFCA or MTFCI) would like the best one for convenience and camaraderie.

Steve Jelf · 10-18-2015, 08:59 PM

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I agree that both have their advantages, and that's why lots of folks are in both. For Model T info, in addition to the MTFCA and MTFCI sites you can find some on my website and a couple of others.

http://dauntlessgeezer.com/DG52.html

http://www.fordmodelt.net/

http://mtfctulsa.com/

10-12-2015, 08:28 AM	#1
mlp623 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Chatham, NJ Posts: 136	Club Recommendation I am a Model A and Early V8 owner and I am looking to join a T National Club to learn more about the T. I know asking this question in the A forum starts a firestorm of comments - but what I am looking for is a simple recommendation on which club to join (MTFCA or Intl or Other). A good magazine is probably high on the list. MTFCA does have a closer local chapter. Your thoughts? Thanks Matt

10-12-2015, 08:57 AM	#2
redmodelt Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Portland OR Posts: 6,340	Re: Club Recommendation My first suggestions is to log on and explore both web sites. They both have their good points. The MTFCA is more directed at touring and driving, the International club has judging. Our club no longer is directly connected to ether club so we don't have a requirement to be a member on one of the national clubs. If I had to pick one, it would be the MTFCA. You do not have to be a member of the clubs to use the web sites. I would suggest exploring the web sites first to get your feet wet. You may learn more on them about the T's then joining a club at this point from my experience as a club member. Depending on how your local club is set up, the meetings may be more business and fellowship directed more then talking about T's. Go to a meeting, guest are encouraged.

10-13-2015, 08:03 PM	#3
tfan Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Posts: 20	Re: Club Recommendation I'm no expert, but I think MTFCA is good and our local club is a chapter. http://wicapitalmodeltclub.com

10-14-2015, 10:22 AM	#4
mlp623 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Chatham, NJ Posts: 136	Re: Club Recommendation Thanks - Both good suggestions and confirmed that MTFCA is a good club to join. Matt

10-14-2015, 01:51 PM	#5
Roger Byrne Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Racine, Minnesota Posts: 41	Re: Club Recommendation In my opinion, the MTFCA has the best magazine and for sure, the best Web site. However, the club that is nearest you (MTFCA or MTFCI) would like the best one for convenience and camaraderie. __________________ Preserving Mechanical History for Future Generations since 1965

10-18-2015, 08:59 PM	#6
Steve Jelf Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Parkerfield KS Posts: 526	Re: Club Recommendation Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) I agree that both have their advantages, and that's why lots of folks are in both. For Model T info, in addition to the MTFCA and MTFCI sites you can find some on my website and a couple of others. http://dauntlessgeezer.com/DG52.html http://www.fordmodelt.net/ http://mtfctulsa.com/