Welcome to the Model ‘A’ Ford Workshop

In The Workshop we do our Model A Ford restoration and research. We also maintain the research library, which includes general information on how Ford recommended maintaining the new Ford Model “A” with some additional updated tips.

The table below lists the topics currently under revue. As time permits and projects change, items will be added to the table. When you’re ready to move on, click on the arrow and we’ll move outside to The Corral.

SubjectDescription
Body Style Model Numbers A complete list – plus answers to why
Understanding Part NumbersAn explanation of what can be learned
Fun With Colors – the Deluxe
Roadster in different colors
Choose an original color
from the drop-down menu
Model A Headlamp and
Horn Conduits
Identifying the various original conduits
Focusing Your HeadlampsImportant for functional lights!
Installing a Closed Car RoofTudor Sedan project
Model ‘A’ Ignition TimingSimple and accurate – Why is this new?
Model ‘A’ Ford ChassisFord’s paint and assembly procedures
Chassis Component FinishesIndividual component listing (all years)
Fordor Door AlignmentA step by step guide for closed bodies
Roadster Door AlignmentA step by step guide for Roadsters
Front Wheel AlignmentFord’s method and today’s options
Rear End RebuildingSupplementary information
Headlamp Adjustment1928-early’29 “H” type headlamp
Headlamp Adjustment1929 thru 1931 Twolite headlamp
Tip – Leaking Carburetor!One leaking float valve solution
Rare! – Diagonal Grain MaterialSport Coupe & Victoria roofs
Does your light switch rattle?What you may be missing!
Starting with a hand crankSafe and easy instructions
Flexible front engine mountIs your front engine mount too tall?
More on engine overheatingDoes this apply to you?
Rebuilding the Gemmer SteeringA must see – by Bob Carabbio
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