Why Driving a 1930's Ford Model A Is So Insanely Difficult! 

Thanks for watching my experience guys! Have you ever driven something like this?

The pops and static are not camera vibration. Your camera audio electronics are picking up the ignition coil and spark plug leads from the distributor that have no shielding to prevent electrical scatter which was the norm back then because it didn't matter. This became a big problem when they decided to put radios in cars, and then technology improved to better harness ignition electricity and thus you would not hear this popping in the radio. Sometime open the hood on a damp evening and watch the occasional spark jump from the spark plug leads and distributor to the block. Perfectly normal for the time. Today's electronics have so much more sensitivity and they pick up all of this kind of environmental electricity. You did a great job driving the old girl, great car!

Clutch, clutch again, hand signal because no turn signal, turn hard because no power steering, adjust the spark, clutch, clutch again. Jesus Christ lol

Honestly the audio pops complement the era of the car and the music

I have a 1931 Tudor Sedan and you are correct, ... There is nothing quite like it. #1 general rule, ... NEVER lean against the doors when driving. You never know when they will open up which can be quite thrilling.

12 year olds "Weld the diff and drift it"

Please do many more cars like this. This was awesome

The crackles actually give it a nice antique sound to match the car imo

In the 1930s it used to take americans 40 days to drive across country, this was why the highway construction in the 1950s was sutch a game changer for the united states

It’s the vintage style solid state spark plug wires that messed up the audio. Great job man.

Granny shifting, not double clutching like ya should!!

Best video I’ve seen on showing what it feels like to drive such a key vehicle from history!

A truck driver would be right at home driving this!

I love how the fenders and running boards are dark blue, it looked black at first glance.

If people had to control the spark manually still, they would understand how a car actually runs much better.

during my mechanics course our teacher who was a old hot rodder, brought in a old seized model A four cyl, and boy was it simplistic compared to the V-6's and straights we were rebuild before, also turned out to be completely rusted solid, so not much could be done to save it, more a demonstration of how far we have come

Love these types of vids where Dave is himself and enjoys the oppurtunities life gives him. A youtuber who shows real emotions instead of faking it for views. Keep up the good work david. 👍

When these Fords were built, driving was selecting a gear and going not traffic lights and stops signs every mile.

I would drive one of these babys just for the style alone, beautiful

Awesome to see you getting behind the wheel of a true oldie! My grandfather had and worked on multiple Model T’s and that is where my passion for cars started

The oldest car I've ever driven was a 1928 Buick Sedan. It also had double clutch. I drove it for the first time almost two years ago in Los Angeles and it took me two tries to get the hang of double clutching. Despite how difficult it was driving a vintage double clutch automobile at first, the Buick was so much fun to drive once you get the hang of it.

Is that my heart thumping or is there an audio problem on David’s Vid ?

Super interesting to see a "Tuner car guy"s perspective on a 30s car

Wonderful video! Tons of fun and charm in experiencing the wonderful, legendary Model A thru your eyes. Definitely do more classic car videos. SO nice to see young folks stepping back in time and enjoying the trip.

Loved this video. It just proves that there's more to driving cars than what's fastest or what corners best. Driving itself is a pleasure that too many take for granted

You don’t have to keep moving the spark adjust while your driving. You use the spark adjust when you start it. When you start it you pull the spark advance down about three notches, once it starts you can advance the spark all the way down. You don’t have to adjust the spark every time you stop. You make it look a lot harder than it really is.

Next do a Model T. I've heard it described as trying to drive a car that uses cruise control all the time. The transmission/reverse/brake pedal set up totally messed me up.

One of your better reviews, honestly you were happy, excited + learning things. Great video David

My grandfather has a pristine 1929 International truck I've driven a couple times now. His father bought the truck brand new and my grandpa learned how to drive in it on their farm. It certainly is an experience to drive.....or even start up for that matter lol. Brakes are horrifyingly almost non-existent, it really doesn't like warm days (steams out the radiator cap), and finding the sweet spot on the ignition timing lever is always a trick. Really enjoyed this one David! And that's really cool you got to experience something that old. Can't really say there's anything quite like it...

My dad taught me match speed to eliminate 95% of the double clutching so long as you use correct heavy transmission gear oil. You shift early and slowly and will get sense of timing your shift. Mitchel Transmission in California rebuilds original gear boxes with synchros. Nurex has an automatic spark advance accessory based on a 85 year old design that eliminates manual spark advance. High compression heads and B cams with new rear gear ratios will make Model A an easy cruiser at 50 mph. Join a club and find how others have found solutions to problems like radiator spitting coolant.

Historic footnote. There was a big push or fad in the early to mid 70's to restore model A's

Great Video! Love the fact of a young guy trying out old tech and liking it! I drive Big Trucks for a living and STILL running 1930's tech on the transmissions lol

David I love that you review these old classic cars too. Really can tell you're just a car guy who loves this stuff. Keep up the good work

Had a wonderful time meeting you David! Hopefully Colin’s car wasn’t too difficult to drive haha. Can’t wait until you can review the mustang some time! It’s been under the axe recently but it’s almost running again

something quite different from the normal car reviews. Need more of this, this was awesome!

My grandfather had the model A with a rumble seat for his first car! This makes me happy, I like videos like this!

Great video! It was interesting seeing a first experience driving an old car like that! Keep up the good work David! 👍

I thought that my computer was breaking because of the pops. This was fun to watch though

Classy asf

Wow very crazy how the car has progressed in the last 100 years. AMAZING to see. Great video David!!!!!👍👍👍👍👍

The classic and antique vehicles are my favorite. Please continue to do them.

Double clutch and first is down towards your thigh? Congratulations, you just learned how to drive a big rig. We still use this process today.

Awesome vid, David! Nice to see something different like this posted!

I love the older cars you've been reviewing. More classics!

You don't actually need to double clutch into second. If you wait a little bit before putting it into second, you can put it in with no grinding. I've never had any issues going into third either. Spark only needs to be adjusted when you are starting the car. Put it up, push the starter button and when you hear it fire, put it all the way down. Cool that you got to drive one in such good condition, though! I'm glad you got to experience this car that I love!

I loved this one. You should do some more cars like this. I love diversity in cars when watching your reviews man!

Really enjoying the channel. I've been subbed for around a year and a half and have seen nearly all of your reviews. These cars remain an inspiration to me to make my RX-7 FC the best car it can be :)

I swear moderns cars have lost their personality this looks so classy and unique, now most cars look like the modern Subaru Impreza.

Yaaaasssss! I've been waiting for this video ever since you mentioned it in your livestream! - even though I'm 17, classic cars are where it's at for me! You've just made my day... Also, to answer your question, *yes!* You should definitely drive more classic/vintage cars! P.S How could you drive a Model A without trying the "Arooga" horn?! Missed. Opportunity...

Awsome video!!!! Old cars are awsome! Keep doing what your doing David awsome job

never have driven something like that looks like you had quite the journey! thanks for sharing!

Hey, I was talking with Ed when I was on vinwiki and he was saying you might enjoy driving my Yugo!

Great content :) -A satisfied subscriber

That was great David! That looks like a great experience driving a Model A! Hell yeah you should branch out and do more vids like this! You're reaction at the end was hilarious lol!

I really enjoyed this video David, and I agree with you about doing more videos showing cars from the past that started everything 😁😁👍🏽👍🏽👏🏽👏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

When cruising around at like 20+mph the spark should be about 3/4 the way down

Drive some 60's and 70's muscle cars.

One of your more interesting reviews. Thanks for expanding your horizons and ours.

My Dad restored a 1930 model A just like this one. I think that it was called a "Super Sport" model it had the side tire mounts. We had a lot of fun with it and it was a beautiful restoration.

Absolutely 😎 would love to see more like this

The audio pops kind of add to the style add of the video :D Love it, nice seeing something extraordinary!

Good stuff. My great grandparents took an A from South Carolina to California and back on an epic vacation across the southwest in 1932. To the best of my knowledge, they had no troubles at all.

Loved the episode. More of these blended in would be a great addition.

Great video! But ragtime music in the background? Wrong time period...

Hey my grandpa has a couple of these and I've learned to drive them. Took a lot of arguing and yelling to get the hang of it

Love that you are expanding your horizons. You are now becoming an automotive historian!

I actually liked the audio pops, it kind of added to the old music like an old record player. Loved the video.

My favorite ep. by far

You don't double clutch 1 to 2. Get rolling on 1, off gas let RPMs match instantly then go right into 2nd.

Best car vid you have done! Awesome job.

I really enjoyed that Classic car review David, would love to see more.

People still drive around double clutching. Most heavy trucks, like a manual transmission semi truck needs to be double clutched

The steam powered was easier after you got it hot! After you stop, add wood/coal,and water to go some more..lol.. Or just take the horse.

I never met my grandfather, but that's all he ever drove and what my dad learned to drive on.Model A's are big in my family and it's cool to see you do a video on one.

Great video!! Keep up the great work!

Shifting up you Don't need to double declutch. To shift up, you press the clutch, listen to the engine revs die down then put it into the next higher gear. Shifting down to do have to double declutch essentially to raise the engine speed to slip it into gear.

You need to drive an SRT-10 sometime, you've done all the Ford muscle truck now do the Dodge and Chevy (454ss or Callaway if you can find it)

this vid was awesome david! props to colin!

I had a 1967 Chev 4X4 six cylinder and I had to double clutch it was so low geared. Once you get the hang of it its great . Never got stuck .

Wouldn't have been right without the music, and for some reason I pictured this in black and white

See. You can't text and drive while driving this. I say we bring back simplicity. We'll have safer drivers.

I might not be a typical of your viewers but I love vehicles of all ages. This having the history makes it more important story to tell. Its a cool car.

Awesome review!!

There were probably great racers from that time

My Dad restored a 1930 Model A. It’s definitely a special car.

This video is awesome and glad you got to experience such a beautiful machine! Everyone, these cars didn't have sound deadening or any of that so when he mounts his camera to the dash it is shaking everything inside of it.

thank you people who keep their old stuff forever so the next generation can appreciate it later down the road. You guys are legends

Double clutching is not that hard lol. You get used to it. That's how manual semi trucks are double clutch or floating the gears

This should be every teenagers first car by law .

I have owned, and driven, a Model A since 1976. Fun car to drive, but you have to pay attention. The car does not turn signals. Sometimes when I use my arm to signal a turn, people think I am waving at them. Nice video.

We have a 31 A coupe, 100 point show car and it's always a blast to drive. You had mentioned planning trips accordingly. Otherwise the rumble seat is a wet seat if it rains, but there is a canvas cover that you can clip in and keep from the rain. kinda rare to find. Also when double clutching let the transmission find the gear and not force it even though you've double clutched, your waiting for the gears to slow down in neutral so your next gear isn't spinning still. If timed right there should be no grinding and you'll float right to 3rd. also 3rd can be driven to like 10-15mph. sometimes we dont even stop just coast and let the 55lb flywheel keep you lugging along. Glad you enjoyed the A.

You should definitely do more classic cars, they are the most fun and I would pick them over current cars any day. So if you have the opportunity to do one take it with both hands! Now a little real talk. I really enjoyed the video because Model A, but as a fellow RU-vidr I am well aware of the 10 minute mark. Hit or exceed it and you can load up the video with ads. This was the first time I noticed sections of just black screen at the tail end. Yes, when I watch your videos I watch it ALL. You placed a total of 8 seconds of just black screen there. You can blame it on lazy editing, but given the total time of the video and the length of the actual footage shown it is too close to be a coincidence. I believe you use premiere like I do. It won't render just black screen at the tail end unless you put it there. Do not fall in this pitfall David. If you can't make it to 10 minutes deal with it. Don't try to stretch it out using these tactics because it is very obvious.

It looks rather Bonnie and Clyde. But they liked the Ford V8 Sedan.

So cool! I’ve driven a Model A fire truck once so I remember the controls, fun vehicles but not so fun in modern traffic is all...

just got a 31. love it. dont think it goes much above 40 though. my dad had a 30 in the 80s that would go 55. it got squirrely though after around 45. im happy with my top speed. nothing beats putting down the road in one of those things, you are right. i dont go much above the 45 mph zones though. and usually when you break down like you did, all it takes is advancing the timing or lowering the fuel rate. if you really screw up, replace some points. those things were made to work on in a garage with very limited supply of tools on hand. in fact, the origional tool kit that came with them had just about every tool required to rebuild one of their engines. im 53 and ive loved the a since i did a book report on the ford road when i was around 9 or 10. great video.

David, will you be at Caffeine and Octane on sunday?

Did this come with the Ford performance pack?

I love when you do videos like this!

Hey David, if you ever make it out around the mississippi/alabama area I've got a Model A i bet youd enjoy driving! Same car different era of car culture, specifically the 1950's when speed was really starting to make its way into mainstream everyday car culture! Hot Rods and Such. Anyway, love the vid! I remember driving my Model A when it was original. Such a great memory!!

It was made to go 30 mph not 70 mph