Stories from my garage, the road, and the people who keep old Fords running. I write about my 1930 Model AA truck, Model A repairs, club days, and the lessons learned when a simple job turns into an adventure.
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- Why I Keep Every Bolt, Screw, and Mystery Part — a tour of the spare parts that always seem to come in handy.
- The Tech Seminar That Wasn’t — old friends, coffee, and an unexpected memory of Mom.
- The Tire Change That Time Forgot — roadside lessons from a 1930 Model AA.
- A Shade Tree Mechanic’s Thoughts on Model A Paint Colors — color names, originality, and a little humor.
- The Rag Holder, the Hidden Passenger, and the Best Days of My Life — growing up around Dad’s repairs.
- The Great Short Shaft Debacle — a U-joint repair with Dad on a scorching day.
- A Shade Tree Mechanic’s Thoughts on Life and Cars — tools, roadside repairs, and time spent learning from Dad.
- Houdaille Shocks 101: Are They Doing Anything? — checking whether the shocks are doing their job.
- Steering Box Zen: Taking the Slop Out Without Hurting the Worm — tracking down loose steering before adjusting the box.
For the truck itself, visit the photo gallery and learn about the Ford Model AA.
