The Ford Barn

Brobrian · 07-20-2014, 12:48 PM

How many of you read threads here on the Barn even though the topic doesn't relate to a problem you're currently having, just to see if you know a/the solution?
I liken this to the $10,000 Pyramid. The longer I read the responses from the Old Pros here on the Barn the more often I can guess what the solution will be to the problem posted. And, of course, I can find solutions to the problems that arise on my own cars a bit more quickly as well. Driving and fixing my cars is like the Model A practicum, while reading threads on the Barn is like taking night courses. They go together well.

mshmodela · 07-20-2014, 02:07 PM

As a 5 month owner, I check just about every thread --all new to me... So thankful for this site... I could not even start my car without it... Thanks all!

Terry,NJ · 07-20-2014, 02:16 PM

All the time! But certain subjects I've avoided learning too much! I prefer to wish problems away. Once in a while it actually works too.
Terry

C26Pinelake · 07-20-2014, 02:20 PM

As our knowledge level increases our comfort level does Likewise !
Wayne

Willie Krash · 07-20-2014, 04:11 PM

I have been working on cars since the 60's and throw my two cents worth into it. I'm a relatively new Model A owner so confine myself with general things so to speak.
It is amazing how easy it is to think thru the other guys problem, but whe it happens to me my brain goes to mush.

I changed the manifold gaskets on my T and it wouldn't start. Damn. No fuel pump but I better check and stick the tank. Didn't mess with the timer....Oh, turn the gas on at the carburetor. Still no start.

I turned the gas off at the tank (under the car too). It took me awhile to get there...
Yes I forgot and had to rethink why it wouldn't start...

Call me yo-yo.

BILL WILLIAMSON · 07-20-2014, 04:34 PM

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C26Pinelake · 07-20-2014, 04:37 PM

Willie Welcome to the yo-yo club. we have lots of members, some just won't admit it !
Wayne

Mike V. Florida · 07-20-2014, 10:54 PM

This is my facebook, I read them all and learn everyday. Remember, there is more than one way to skin a cat.

SeaSlugs · 07-20-2014, 11:30 PM

I browse and read most of them that ive had as a issue or ones that can potentially be an issue with mine. Never hurts to a a step ahead of future problems. I try to be helpful when i think i can help - sometimes Im wrong but i learn why i am.

I also like to read reviews on how well repro parts fit or dont fit, simple solutions to problems, easy to make specialty tools, and just getting everyones opinion on how to do something. Its like the ol saying theres more than one way to skin a cat - i like to learn a few ways and then choose one that suits my tool availability and what i know i can do.

Charlville · 07-21-2014, 02:15 AM

I agree, the Barn and the H.A.M.B have been a Godsend to me. I joined both some time before I bought my A. Being here in the UK it's been particularly valuable and led me to meeting up with a fellow Barner living 5 miles away, and then to join MAFCGB.

ursus · 07-21-2014, 02:46 PM

I have learned a lot from postings that don't initially seem that interesting to me. This is because the discussion can take a side trip down a rabbit hole that may lead to some very useful information. The occasional off-topic commentary may irritate some of us but it can also contain unique insights for others. That is, with the exception those recurrent irrigating contests over "what oil to use".

07-20-2014, 12:48 PM	#1
Brobrian Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Riverside, CA Posts: 315	$10,000 Pyramid How many of you read threads here on the Barn even though the topic doesn't relate to a problem you're currently having, just to see if you know a/the solution? I liken this to the $10,000 Pyramid. The longer I read the responses from the Old Pros here on the Barn the more often I can guess what the solution will be to the problem posted. And, of course, I can find solutions to the problems that arise on my own cars a bit more quickly as well. Driving and fixing my cars is like the Model A practicum, while reading threads on the Barn is like taking night courses. They go together well. __________________ Forty horses is plenty.

07-20-2014, 02:07 PM	#2
mshmodela Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Cleveland, Ohio Posts: 2,763	Re: $10,000 Pyramid As a 5 month owner, I check just about every thread --all new to me... So thankful for this site... I could not even start my car without it... Thanks all! __________________ -Mike Late 31' Ford Model A Tudor, Miss Daisy I don't work on cars --I'm learning about my Model A. Cleveland, Ohio

07-20-2014, 02:16 PM	#3
Terry,NJ Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Northern Bucks Co. Pa Posts: 632	Re: $10,000 Pyramid All the time! But certain subjects I've avoided learning too much! I prefer to wish problems away. Once in a while it actually works too. Terry

07-20-2014, 02:20 PM	#4
C26Pinelake BANNED Join Date: May 2010 Location: Michigan / Ontario border, Sarnia, Ontario. 50 miles from Detroit and 150 from Toronto. Posts: 5,800	Re: $10,000 Pyramid As our knowledge level increases our comfort level does Likewise ! Wayne

07-20-2014, 04:11 PM	#5
Willie Krash Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Phoenix, Oregon Posts: 661	Re: $10,000 Pyramid I have been working on cars since the 60's and throw my two cents worth into it. I'm a relatively new Model A owner so confine myself with general things so to speak. It is amazing how easy it is to think thru the other guys problem, but whe it happens to me my brain goes to mush. I changed the manifold gaskets on my T and it wouldn't start. Damn. No fuel pump but I better check and stick the tank. Didn't mess with the timer....Oh, turn the gas on at the carburetor. Still no start. I turned the gas off at the tank (under the car too). It took me awhile to get there... Yes I forgot and had to rethink why it wouldn't start... Call me yo-yo. __________________ Mike Stitt "A business that make nothing but money is a poor business." -Henry Ford Last edited by Willie Krash; 07-20-2014 at 04:31 PM.

07-20-2014, 04:34 PM	#6
BILL WILLIAMSON Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: FRESNO, CA Posts: 12,560	Re: $10,000 Pyramid Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) aNYBUDDY's WELCOME to pICK MY brAIN?? IT'L ONLY TAKE ABOUT 5 MINUTES! Bill W. __________________ "THE ASSISTANT GURU OF STUFF"

07-20-2014, 04:37 PM	#7
C26Pinelake BANNED Join Date: May 2010 Location: Michigan / Ontario border, Sarnia, Ontario. 50 miles from Detroit and 150 from Toronto. Posts: 5,800	Re: $10,000 Pyramid Willie Welcome to the yo-yo club. we have lots of members, some just won't admit it ! Wayne

07-20-2014, 10:54 PM	#8
Mike V. Florida Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: South Florida Posts: 14,054	Re: $10,000 Pyramid This is my facebook, I read them all and learn everyday. Remember, there is more than one way to skin a cat. __________________ What's right about America is that although we have a mess of problems, we have great capacity - intellect and resources - to do some thing about them. - Henry Ford II

07-20-2014, 11:30 PM	#9
SeaSlugs Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Central, IL Posts: 3,968	Re: $10,000 Pyramid I browse and read most of them that ive had as a issue or ones that can potentially be an issue with mine. Never hurts to a a step ahead of future problems. I try to be helpful when i think i can help - sometimes Im wrong but i learn why i am. I also like to read reviews on how well repro parts fit or dont fit, simple solutions to problems, easy to make specialty tools, and just getting everyones opinion on how to do something. Its like the ol saying theres more than one way to skin a cat - i like to learn a few ways and then choose one that suits my tool availability and what i know i can do. __________________ 1929 Model AA - Need long splash aprons!

07-21-2014, 02:15 AM	#10
Charlville Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: West Berkshire, United Kingdom Posts: 368	Re: $10,000 Pyramid I agree, the Barn and the H.A.M.B have been a Godsend to me. I joined both some time before I bought my A. Being here in the UK it's been particularly valuable and led me to meeting up with a fellow Barner living 5 miles away, and then to join MAFCGB. __________________ Kevin Flood West Berkshire UK Member MAFCGB, VHRA, SAH, Brooklands Trust Sporadic progress on My 1929 Sport Coupe can be found here along with my blog http://automotiveamerican.com/

07-21-2014, 02:46 PM	#11
ursus Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Oregon Posts: 1,374	Re: $10,000 Pyramid I have learned a lot from postings that don't initially seem that interesting to me. This is because the discussion can take a side trip down a rabbit hole that may lead to some very useful information. The occasional off-topic commentary may irritate some of us but it can also contain unique insights for others. That is, with the exception those recurrent irrigating contests over "what oil to use".