How to install a new top on a Ford Model A

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Replacing the top on a Ford Model A. Gandalf the Green 1930 Ford Model A 5 window coupe gets a NEW top! Here is a step by step video showing how to remove an old top and how to install a brand new top on a Model A. Model T gets involved and provides her usual comic relief.
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@dwilliams8365 Год назад

The magnet trick is great

@kenweiss8565 Год назад

So rewarding to watch you work and preserve the car for the present and the future! What a fun and useful project. AS always, thank you so much for sharing!

@dantheupholsteryman3611 Год назад

Hi Paul. Just finished watching this video, and I'd like to offer some comments, and suggestions. As far as Henry Ford using chicken wire under the top, he used it for the same reason he used everything he used. It was the cheapest alternative. Your inclination to start in the center and work to the back is spot on. You can also do that from the center of the sides and work side to side. Then pulling the fabric to each corner of the top will give you the best results because of the curve of the car's top. Nailing the fabric down makes it tough to make the top uniform. Using a pneumatic staple gun with stainless steel staples would have been a better choice, and you'd never have to worry about rusty fasteners failing over time. The silicone to prevent leaks is really smart. The hidem is best applied by starting in a front corner like you did, but then stretching it a little to just before the curves at the back corner, which will make it easier to keep straight. I always glue down hidem with hot glue. Then you can go over it and staple it down if you want, and it will be completely straight. Love your channel and all your knowledge! Dan.

@ModelA Год назад

Dan! Thanks man!! I wish I could use a staple gun. I don't yet have an air compressor that can run one. Someday...

@dantheupholsteryman3611 Год назад

@@ModelA Even one of the small pancake type compressors will run one of my staple guns. I can fix you up with a gun and staples. It'd be my pleasure.

@dantheupholsteryman3611 Год назад

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@dwilliams8365 Год назад

As always a great video of real “ hands on” demo showing that a person can do their own work

@brianmatthews9697 Год назад

Bugger of a job! Came out nice. I did a coupe and all the wood was shot, lots of fun. That's a new game. I think if Henry had silicone, he'd of used it, maybe, as long as it wasn't expensive. A tool you should look for is a Wellington hammer, very handy for this. It has an anvil shape opposite the hammer face instead of the peen like a ball peen. Your Derekisms are pretty good. Once you watch him it's hard not to pick it up. Like the Farrah Fawcett one.

@ModelA Год назад

I worked with him on the TV show. He got some of mine too

@andreacrashe9894 Год назад

*Thanks for showing everyone how to do it.... certainly not a job to be rushed.... one must takes their time to do it properly.*

@oldplace2844 Год назад

This is on my list of needs for my wife's A. How timely! Thanks Paul!

@deanjernstrom3760 Год назад

Thank you so much, AWESOME! Our Tudor is in great shape except maybe the rain gutter,so now that you instilled a bit of confidence in me, I'll seriously consider that move.Thank you both so much for what you do.HAVE A GREAT DAY AND GOD BLESS THE MEN AND WOMEN THAT HAVE GIVEN THEIR LIVES SO WE CAN LIVE FREE IN THE GREATEST COUNTRY IN THE WORLD.STAND PROUD GOD BLESS AND BE SAFE.THANK YOU.!

@ModelA Год назад

Thank you Dean! I agree. God bless

@JerryMarch-q9x Год назад

Hello Paul, I have really enjoyed your videos. I had a 29 pick-up and unfortunately I sold it in 2004. I am older now and wish i had it back but after watching your videos and remembering the enjoyment we had I am looking for something to replace it. Please now that your easy going personality and the fun you and your wife seem to have has my wife and i excited about driving in a model A again. Thanks again for information and excitement. God bless Jerry

@ModelA Год назад

That is excellent news Jerry! All the best and God bless, Paul

@user-rr8ws7sd7f Год назад

I watched the recent video where Mrs Shinn described a fan who showed up unannounced on her doorstep Fortunately the fan seemed to have no bad motives but scary nonetheless. I have enjoyed watching most of your videos and although we have never met feel almost like an old friend Your videos are not only educational but also warm and friendly Perhaps this is why the fan felt ok dropping in I mention this because I think a regular caveat about your privacy should be a part of each video You both provide a wonderful service to those of us who watch but you must maintain appropriate boundaries

@ModelA Год назад

Something like that shouldn't have to be said. We are somewhat surprised that some people think it is OK to just show up at someone's home unannounced and want to talk Model A's or videos or whatever. We have great security. Unfortunately, all that does is help the cops know who did it if someone does us in.

@Dan-qy1rg Год назад

Looks awesome Paul! I like it, shows the beauty of the Gandalf the Green. Ford has some good simple ideas, sometimes it may be labor intensive, but I think that's what I like about those older vehicles. Nice video, liked it and what you did, thanks for sharing and I hope you and Model T have a great weekend.

@ModelA Год назад

Thanks Dan

@67gt500snakebite Год назад

I am a firm believer in your commitment. Always try too be the Man your Dog thanks you are. In our case it’s 4 Dogs. Great video as always thanks.

@ModelA Год назад

You have to be 4 times the man I do!!

@dalemettee1147 Год назад

Paul, you talked about those that complain about the silicone sealant you're using and that Mr. Ford didn't use it. Well, to me, the only reason Mr. Ford didn't use it is because he didn't have it because he would have.

@ModelA Год назад

I agree!!

@nagadsby9413 5 месяцев назад

Hey Paul, love your videos. I have a 29 Sport Coupe and my dad and I just finished the top on it. Pretty time consuming but it turned out quite nice.

@ModelA 5 месяцев назад

Right on!

@quailstudios Год назад

12:22 thanks for the shout out Paul!

@ModelA Год назад

So, could you tell what note it was?

@quailstudios Год назад

Ha ha! I can hear the tapping but the note on my phone is not coming through without headphones. I think you are correct. It's probably an A flat. 😉 But as soon as you get better tires on that coupe it will turn into a very nice A!!

@ModelA Год назад

Nice

@dennishutchinson Год назад

Very interesting! I see “Roadworthy Rescues” Episode 7, “Motor City Model A” playing on the TV in the background. I did enjoy that episode with you Paul. Keep up the good work! 👍👍👍👍

@ModelA Год назад

Thanks Dennis!

@billdyke9745 Год назад

Given a choice, I prefer bug spray... I left school back in '72, but one mention from you and that reek came flooding back. Thanks,Paul. 'Preciate it... Boy, that was a lot of work. I'm surprised that 'ol Henry didn't come up with a cheaper alternative. Like a sheet of steel... Many thanks. 🇬🇧👍

@ModelA Год назад

I know, right?

@Michagan_outdoorsman_James Год назад

Paul, i know u may not wanna hear this but im bout to apply this to redo my wife's grandfathers 35 chevy standard top (i think the concept is pretty similar). i love cars very much and was thrilled to be able to own a piece of family history i bought it from her brother whom had just been letting it sit for the 15ish years(maybe closer to 20) i got it spinning like a top now and drive to local shows. its still a work in progress but happy i can show it and enjoy it, the steering gear needs to be adjusted and i hope to do that this weekend, going to check kingpins as well. I don't own a model T personally but love to watching your videos i lean a ton in general. thanks for all you do. cheers from southwest Michigan

@ModelA Год назад

Nice!! Chevy or Ford, whatever makes you happy! That car has family history, it gets a pass!

@mattpowers3958 Год назад

Congratulations on 40k subscribers! Quite an accomplishment. I’m proud to be one! Great video, thank you! I’ve been curious about how to replace that top. Great to see Gandalf again, I really like that A!

@ModelA Год назад

Thanks Matt!

@terabytemc Год назад

Thanks Paul for the video now I know what I will need to do when installing my new top.

@robstephens Год назад

Looks nice. You might want to try Lexel caulk/sealant next time as it would allow for more working time before it starts to set up.

@ModelA Год назад

Thanks!

@dansshop Год назад

I'm using lexell, seems like good stuff.

@bobmills8341 8 месяцев назад

Thank you for making such great videos. I might do a restore on my Dad's Tudor which is a 1930 or 31 model. It needs a clutch and was last run about 1986. The motor is ok as it has been turned over by hand. I need some parts that are now missing. I loved this video as well as the one where you set the brakes properly. I have not done work on a car this old and am now gathering information on how to do things correctly and in a practical manor. I don't think the car was ever restored before but am not totally sure. THANK YOU~~

@ModelA 8 месяцев назад

My pleasure, Bob. You have a MAFCA club nearby?

@bobmills8341 8 месяцев назад

I am in the middle of the Canadian prairies so unfortunately not. Regina, Saskatchewan.

@ModelA 8 месяцев назад

OOF! I hope you have a lot of blankets!

@billypappyeaton3504 Год назад

Gandalf is Looking Good.....can't wait to see the next step.....Really enjoy the Videos....

@ModelA Год назад

Thanks! Probably replacing the windshield and new wheels and tires

@jimmcconnell4921 2 месяца назад

Great job! Just the info I was looking for!

@garyking1705 Год назад

Good video and Derek would be proud. Your getting good at the "sayings".

@miguelangelsimonfernandez5498 Год назад

R2D2 sounds like Arturito (little Arthur) in Spanish

@hawkowl455 6 месяцев назад

I don't know if there is but it would be awesome to watch on U-tube old movies of the men in the factory do this on new autos.

@michaeleisenbise4278 Год назад

Another great instructional video. Thanks for posting.

@williamforbes5826 Год назад

Okay, question: It appears that you have used chicken wire for the coupe. That actually makes sense in a crazy way. But what do you use on a sedan?!? Hahaha!

@ModelA Год назад

Hahahaaa!! Hadn't thought of that! Good one

@kimalter6620 Год назад

Thanks for your reply Paul ,keep up the good work.

@dansshop Год назад

Thank you. This helps, I've been getting too many opinions on this from 'experts' lol... they disagree, they make it too complex. I would love some detail on the nails you used.

@ModelA Год назад

Just regular ol small nails from the hardware store. I did a closeup of the boxes with part numbers in the video.

@brookside5045 Год назад

Great video. I was wanting to do the top on my 31 Coupe. Now I'm sure I will.

@ModelA Год назад

If I can, you can too!

@curtcooper9447 Год назад

I always use what works the best who wants to drive a wet molded car you go thanks 😊

@ModelA Год назад

Agree!

@ClintdeB Год назад

Very Nice instruction video Paul! Keep up the good work! :) Greeting from the Netherlands - Another ford model A driver

@ModelA Год назад

Thanks Clint!!

@jmh119 Год назад

Thanks for sharing Paul!

@MrConradF Год назад

Thank you for the video! I'll be doing that one of these days. I don't suppose you can do video on putting a top on a special coupe?

@ModelA Год назад

I would if someone would sponsor it

@mr_paw_t Год назад

Thanks for sharing the video. key word: PATIENCE (taking time to do good work)

@ModelA Год назад

Or money to hire someone that knows what they're doing...

@billhoy2394 Год назад

I'm so glad I have original steel roof

@frankparker7039 Год назад

original steel roof ?????

@richardt2k1 Год назад

Awesome. Will it look good? Yes. Great video. Thanks, Paul.

@ModelA Год назад

Thanks Richard

@williammiller2750 5 месяцев назад

Super excellent video. Thank You!! I noticed you went from center out when stretching the rear & front. However, you went from rear to front when stretching sides. Why was that?

@ModelA 5 месяцев назад

The fabric just looked like it wanted to move that way.

@colinkelly5814 Год назад

Nice job and looks great. Very nice Video. Thank Colin

@manuelstarr3602 Год назад

Cheers Folks.. Thanks for the informative video.

@jamessoares516 Год назад

Remember boys and girls safety squint

@rynetakeuchi4382 Год назад

Beautiful 😍 That’s how to do a top!! 🤙🏽

@mattbrown9484 Год назад

My mother told me a story when I was a kid that when my father just started his first teaching job their only vehicle was an already old Model A. She dropped him off at school one morning in the pouring rain. The roof leaked so bad she had to drive with and umbrella to stay dry. A cop pulled her over and with all the stress of being young and financially broke and driving that old pile of junk she broke down in tears. The cop felt so bad he sent her on her way. She was spoiled from driving a brand new Buick Fireball to high school.

@malclimpson4291 10 месяцев назад

Genius

@allanwicklund7227 Год назад

Hope you used Monel Staples.

@charlesdalton985 Год назад

Thank you as always, I’ve been looking forward to this one. I think the silicone is an excellent idea and great insurance. Have a great Memorial Day Weekend! ~ Chuck

@ModelA Год назад

Thanks Chuck!

@ShouldersMoondog549 Год назад

Interesting that they used chicken wire! I need to replace the roof on my 30 Fordora, I'm not really sure as to who put roofing tar on the top but that is the way it's been, I guess. My FIL had this car from his dad. He bought it used. I still need to get it running, last time we think he had it running was 1965 (tags) By the looks of it, it looks like you have a Black Fordora in your shop! Thanks for showing this, I was wondering just how its going to be to change the roof. Stay safe!!

@benjohnson1082 Год назад

2:24 whoa, that was heavy…

@benjohnson1082 Год назад

Like a bad science joke…

@ModelA Год назад

I like bad jokes!!

@Giuseppe_De_Bellis Год назад

"Top"! Video!!😂

@kevinsmith7697 Год назад

Chloraphorm puppet😝safety 3rd squint😝Wood be nice to have an air stapler, but then we would use thousands for the next guy!🤔chicken war on a car who da thunk it! Looks great Paul! 😎✌️🫡🇺🇸

@ModelA Год назад

Thanks Kevin!

@texkissmyass8326 Год назад

I can still remember doing the top on my '30 Tudor. I hope I never have to do it again. Pulling the material tight on the Tudor made my knuckles raw. I figured out quickly to wrap my fingers with white tape. I did use foam on the top to try and help the AC cool better. Good job showing all the steps.

@ModelA Год назад

Thanks Tex!

@scortia22 Год назад

Paul you have amazing skills. Tina as well have amazing skills. I'd love to be able to do half the stuff you do. The top turned out better than factory. Do you think you would tour the greenfield village or the museum in the future. Would be amazing to see you do a video there. Again. Thanks for the videos.

@ModelA Год назад

Thanks! I really want to go to Greenfield someday. Know anyone who would rent me their Model A near there??

@scortia22 Год назад

@Paul Shinn I do. He's a Vietnam navy pilot. He babies all 3 of his model As. That's a guy I would 100 percent buy an A from.

@flattopalpha5316 Год назад

Paul I have a 30 coupe. Need to paint and put back together. My wife and are thinking about selling the corvette and purchasing a deluxe 30/31 coupe that needs nothing including tires , paint s a no interior. NOTHING. SHST KIND OF MONEY ARE WE LOOKING AT AS FAR AS COST? Thanks Paul.

@craigroberts3982 Год назад

Excellent work. That is quite an improvement. I bet it was tons of fun to do on a moving assembly line. Seems like a piece of sheet metal would have been way easier.

@elosogonzalez8739 Год назад

Great video! I have a few questions: How long did it take to install the original tops at the Ford factory? Before you installed the Chicken Wire, could you have installed some more Cotton batting or sound suppression material? Would it make a difference? What was the total time investment in this Gandolf project? Your commitment to doing every job correctly is commendable. So many people would have taken a short cut or two saving time and money; Perfection takes time and money, It looks BEAUTIFUL!

@ModelA Год назад

Thank you!! I think more cotton would be too puffy

@deanbunnell4155 Год назад

Never could figure out why they didn’t make the roof a solid sheet of metal.

@davidzamora1344 Год назад

Love the comments next time if you do a top roll, the chicken wire the opposite way and it’ll a flat Not that you want to do another top. Sure you don’t want to see one for a long time.😂

@PLdemorygray Год назад

Yep. Seems like he fought a continuous battle with that chicken wire. I know that chicken wire has a mind of its own, but why fight it? Roll it back up in the other direction. Then unroll it again using a board, like a 2x4, across the width of the wire to exert an even bending pressure. It might not come out dead flat, but you can at least remove its desire to spring back.

@jtr789310 11 месяцев назад

Just thinking it took you long to cut the chicken wire, than it took Henry Ford to build the Model A. This is a fantastic video of you install a new top, but what was it 97 minutes to build a full Model A.

@davidspencer7718 Год назад

…and not the kind of man that your cat knows you are. 😂

@DrSkagit 20 дней назад

Paul, love your Model As. Any for sale? If so post a link

@ModelA 19 дней назад

No. you're about a year too late.

@jamesonpace726 Год назад

Clearly, the 1st point of old cars is to loathe the last "restorer"....

@ModelA Год назад

Nah. Only if the work is all hooptie

@mattomon1045 Год назад

But i liked the topless gandalf !!!!@ Paul great work

@ModelA Год назад

I tried to talk Tina into it.

@Wooley689 10 месяцев назад

Why do the Model A's have the soft part on an otherwise steel top? I can't find anything anywhere as to the reason for it.

@ModelA 10 месяцев назад

I'm not sure either. Best I can find is, "Because that's how we've always done it"

@Keith18w 3 месяца назад

I was hoping that you would replace the wood to. Guess it wasn't needed this time.

@ModelA 3 месяца назад

I have replaced wood in 3 fordors. It sucks. Not sure I could even make a video of that, the language is not fit for the womenfolks.

@Keith18w 3 месяца назад

@@ModelA That is funny. Love the videos, keep it up

@robertsimpson7113 11 месяцев назад

Do you have any idea how long that process took on Henry's assembly line??

@ModelA 11 месяцев назад

No idea

@cdsteacher 4 месяца назад

Paul. Is this the same way the top was installed at the factory?

@ModelA 4 месяца назад

The people at the factory were way more skilled.

@janyoung1633 Год назад

Why didn't Henry use steel for the roof? Great video!!

@frankparker7039 Год назад

I was told years ago by my granddad that most people did not fill comfortable being in a all-closed car. If the car was wrecked say somehow landed on its side and the doors would get jammed. Gas spelling all over. You could kick out the roof and exit of the car.

@janyoung1633 Год назад

@@frankparker7039 Good thought! Thanks!!

@davidpierce8613 Год назад

This does not look like a "production" friendly process. How was this accomplished on Mr. Fords production line?

@ModelA Год назад

They were much quicker than me

@jessiesalazar7233 5 месяцев назад

When nailing down the final strip, can you put too many nails in? What type of spacing do you use? I'm getting ready to tackle my first roof replacement and don't want to set myself up for replacement again any time soon. Also, do you have any recommended sources for parts even beyond the roof?

@ModelA 5 месяцев назад

When you have the roof material off completely, you will see the holes and see where the nails go. Don't overthink it. If a nail fits, stick one in it!

@jessiesalazar7233 5 месяцев назад

@@ModelA Thanks for the reply Paul. The next question is what material is best for the new roof? I know you used roofing material from a sedan, but is there a kit/company you recommend for sourcing? I've googled around and nothing has really stood out as for the top material. You did mention the chicken wire and the padding, but I didn't notice the actual top. Thanks for your help. I'm just trying to get all the info before I tackle this for the first time.

@williamsuter1643 Год назад

Link

@OG-TimoT 6 месяцев назад

Any idea where to get original top material for my 1930 Model A Tudor?

@ModelA 6 месяцев назад

Reproduction top material? Or actual original material? Repro material is available from several of the Model A parts suppliers like Mike's A-Fordable or Snyder's or Bratton's.

@OG-TimoT 6 месяцев назад

@ModelA Awesome Thank you

@busterdee8228 Год назад

How on earth would this have been done as part of the car's infamouse mass production. Mass patience seems more like it.

@ModelA Год назад

Labor was cheap back then

@kimalter6620 Год назад

Ok Paul where is your eye protection

@ModelA Год назад

I gave them all away and have to buy more. So, I safety squint

@christineellis50 11 месяцев назад

Who is making -offering top kits . where to buy ? 1930 model A pickup

@ModelA 11 месяцев назад

Most of the Model A parts suppliers sell the materias

@KendallFoster-w5b 2 дня назад

Why don't you show how to do it on a 28 or 29 special coupe

@ModelA 2 дня назад

Because I don't have one

@KendallFoster-w5b 2 дня назад

@@ModelA ok

@kenrhoda2573 Год назад

Question for you Paul. So when you are putting the Hidem on, do you only need 2 of the Hidem end caps (on each side of the front strip)? Also, I’m putting the roof on my 31 Deluxe Coupe. Is there a preference between the steel or stainless steel? Thanks in advance for your guidance!

@ModelA Год назад

Yes, just one end on each side of the front strip. Steel or stainless what? I don't understand

@richardthomas1566 Год назад

I’m thinking you buy a lawn mower cut about four yards and use that money to pay a guy that dose Upolstrey for a living and has been doing this for 35 years. It would look different no doubt this will work but welds by a welder ,paint by a painter looks different than a DYI guy . The DYI guys stuff would look that good to if he did it every day.

@paulmathews5686 Год назад

obviously that takes a lot of time no matter who does it . very curious though as to how long the guys at Ford motor co. took to do one of those , when they were on the assembly line ? you watch that old footage of Fords factory and those guys are running around like chickens with there heads cut off !! is there any old footage out there of them doing that procedure ? I would think that those sections of chicken wire were pre cut to a exact size and with a bound edge , so as not to have any pointy ends sticking out to hamper there assembly procedure or rip thru the top ?? ( MAYBE NOT ) ?? have you ever pulled apart a original top that was factory , and took note how it was constructed , before replacing it ? definitely a tedious task to say the least !!!! GREAT VIDEOS , KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK !!!!!

@ModelA Год назад

Thanks!! I'm presuming they had everything all pre-cut. I wish I had a time machine, I'm curious too!

@bobbrinkerhoff3592 Год назад

Let's face it guys, the top insert was already installed when the body was dropped on the frame , so they didn't have to deal with working from ladders . Everything was probably precut from patterns and there had to be at least two people and probably four stretching and nailing all at one time .

@jeffdayman8183 Год назад

Great job! Should keep you dry. Cheers.

@ModelA Год назад

Thanks Jeff

@truthreigns7 Год назад

It looks like you have (www.youtube.com/@ViceGripGarage) Vice grip garage going on in the background tv/monitor

@williamwoolcock 9 месяцев назад

Why did they make the top like that?

@ModelA 9 месяцев назад

That is a question that starts many discussions

@gregmueller3457 Год назад

😎👍

@kennethswain6313 Год назад

On my ‘31coupe someone put in a steel sheet and then used Bondo on the seams. Why didn’t Ford just make a one piece steel roof?It would have been cheaper? just asking…

@ModelA Год назад

For insulation I am guessing?

@frankparker7039 Год назад

@bobbrinkerhoff3592 Год назад

The metal stamping technology to do a one piece roof wasn't available quite yet .

@jerrypalmer1370 Год назад

That's all my 31 coupe has is the chicken wire

@ModelA Год назад

Ventilation!!

@jerrypalmer1370 Год назад

@@ModelA but I want the top property installed

@thebanjoman1963 Год назад

But they didn't have silicone back in 1930... Probably not a staple gun either....

@ModelA Год назад

They had tar

@miguelangelsimonfernandez5498 Год назад

wouldn't it be, originally horse hair filled? My brother's Porsche 356b was horse hair filled

@festerhairball6588 Год назад

I worked on a 1912 Buick & its seat was stuffed with horse hair. I'd think once automobiles became popular (1920's), there would be less horse's around & they stopped using that material for padding. Just a guess though .....

@ModelA Год назад

No. It was cotton. Ford was particular

@rgbigdog Год назад

Them nails look more like furniture tacks.

@ModelA Год назад

They do!

@RobbsHomemadeLife Год назад

I would love to see someone convert a model A to electric. You could put solar cells in top.

@MrBrendog67rat Год назад

i dont want to see someone destroy a Model a

@ScottRuggels Год назад

I suppose Ford used this method to keep the car from getting too top-heavy? The installation seems very complex especially for an assembly line situation. Now what you did by not be a concourse D’Elegance level of top replacement, but it looks decent. What does a concourse level top replacement entail?

@spamin8r Год назад

You could rescue someone's hot rod abomination for that kind of project.

@romjone4801 Год назад

Ford used this method for the top because no one could produce molds big enough for a solid top. This is true for all car manufacturers.

@conantheagrarian Год назад

youre not allowed to use any vice grip terms on your channel if you want to keep it original. you said no thanks to the fabric right? keeping it original? better call it thors hammer next time or im gonna have to leave ANOTHER COMMENT! hahaha jk great video

@ModelA Год назад

Hahhaaa!! JOHN!!!!

@BackwoodsRestoration 10 дней назад

Needing help anyone have the updated color codes for those colors please😢

@garyruxton5226 Год назад

Chicken wire stays stretched tight and if cloth were used, it wouldn't, then there goes the smoothe top. Silicone use is ok because as an old builder told me: "If it don't show or access, it don't matter no how and they ain't gonna tear it apart to see what ya done."

@mackfisher4487 Год назад

I consider your video part of my memorial day celebration the enjoyable part, the other thinking of those who have given their lives in defense of our country. Thanks for your service sparks

@ModelA Год назад

Thanks Mack

@vayabroder729 Год назад

Love this! I don’t think my dog thnks too highly of me; he’s a total dick 🐶😂👆

@ModelA Год назад

Hahhaaa!!

@jayo3865 8 месяцев назад

I have a hole in my leather truck seat how do I repair it?

@stephenbeecher7545 Год назад

When cutting chicken wire from a roll, first roll it out in the opposite direction. That will take the "spring" out of it and make it easier to cut without it hitting you back in the face. Also makes it easier to work with when fastening to the top.

@ModelA Год назад

Thanks!