That thing has better ground clearance than many SUVs of today 😂

@AMMO-NYC

5 ай бұрын

Rides better too :)

@YogurtSnipe

5 ай бұрын

No surprise they were designed to drive mostly anywhere.

@theqashow2942

5 ай бұрын

In many ways, the Model T was the first mass-produced SUV. And a capable one, too. This thing was heading into wilderness all over the world before paved roads existed.

@leonarddaneman810

5 ай бұрын

With this car you can quote that famous movie line, 'Roads, we don't need any damn roads!'

@ScottRuggels

5 ай бұрын

THat was kind of the point, as paved roads would not be a thing until World War 2, and even then there were all gravel roads into the 80s in Kansas. Look for old Model T footage of it going through appalling terrain with not trouble than throwing around the passengers in their seats.

Other youtubers were buying Model X and my dude bought a Model T. Legend.

@stephenholland5930

5 ай бұрын

I don't think a Model X will still be driving in 2123.

Ted is a National Treasure. Protect that man at all costs 😂

Well doneTed getting the old gal running! It's awesome that you now own a piece of History ❤

@tedb3789

5 ай бұрын

thanks

It really shows how well the model T was made that a 100 years later you could pressure wash the fabric roof and steam the leather seats.

@thephilpott2194

4 ай бұрын

The seats and folding roof have been redone relatively recently. The roof in particular, would be in bits if it were the original material.

This brought back a Lot of Memories for me Larry. I used to Rebuild these Engines back in the Late 60's / 70's / 80's, along with the Old Model A FORDS Also here in California. We alway's bought our Part's from Doctor "A" One of the Most well known OLD FORD LOVERS from way back, (His Name Was Pete Taramino), Him and Ron Dunn , and Dave Sorich, all had these Old FORD'S and Parts, But Pete was our go to guy for most everything. But we Built Engines for Everyone, We being and OLD TIMER Named SCOTTY, What a Learning Experience that was for me as a 16 year old Starting out on Engine Building, Pouring Rod's and Main bearings, We did it All. GREAT VIDEO and Thank you so much L for bringing back those Memories! Those were the Best Years of My Life. Fantastic. I had a Number of OLD FORD'S. What a GREAT CAR!

@AMMO-NYC

5 ай бұрын

Awesome story Ken! It’s a joy to drive the Model T. Glad you enjoyed the video.

@kendavis1198

5 ай бұрын

It's a Strange one to Drive no Doubt. Gotta Pay Attention to what you are doing for sure.

That car is an A Card. Its that placard on the passenger side of the windshield. During WW2 you had to have that to fill up on certain days of the week, during rationing. Its something that stuck with me from an old Bugs Bunny cartoon, since I dont think many are around to remember driving on A cards.

I'm so happy you have a T. I have my great grandfathers T in full running condition. Its been in the family for 118 years now, passed down to each generation. Each of us learned how to wrench on them and keep them running. Its been in just about every one of my family members weddings. Model Ts are a great treasure and they just keep running.

@stephenholland5930

5 ай бұрын

Holy moly, that must be a record for the longest car ownership by one family. Fantastic.

Back in The 80’s my uncle Ed Weaver was trying to buy an old rate low mileage Corvette and the man would never sell the car. After he passed away his wife finally sold the car but he had to take this old Model T as part of the deal. After trying to restore the Model T they called Ford because some of the parts were different. On his second call to Ford they offered him one million dollars. He kept the car as it turns out this was one of four Model T’s Mr. Ford personally built. You never know what you’re going to find out there! Awesome video!

A few things to keep in mind when driving a model t. Never only barely engage the pedals. This will cause the band to slip on the drum and either burn the band, or heat up the drum and crack it, or both. Don't ask me how I know. I have a 1922 touring that I am replacing the brake drum right now because it cracked. Its a big ordeal, i was pulling the engine when this video came out, lol. Always make sure to firmly press the pedals down. When braking, always let up on the pedal to allow the oil to cool and splash between the drum and the band, otherwise you can ruin the transmission from overheating. On very steep hills, you can use the reverse as a brake as well. When you change gears, briefly closse the throttle to let the engine and transmission speeds to match, it reduces wear on the transmission. This only has to be for a split second, and you can open it up again. I would encourage you to look into the MTFCA or MTFCI, model t Ford Club of America. You join the discussion forum for free. Also, for parts, lang's, gaslight, and macs are all great sources for parts.

@TundraMan

5 ай бұрын

Agree. I have a 1924 touring car. We're used to thinking of the pedals the same way as a modern clutch, where you slowly engage them. The model T pedals work best with your foot all the way down, or all the way off the pedal. Halfway makes for an unhappy car. Also, in this video they towed his car behind another vehicle. I also learned the hard way never to do that with a Model T. I broke down about four miles from home, so my cousin came with his truck and a tow rope and gave me a pull. By the time we got the car back, the brake band was completely shredded. It didn't occur to us until it was too late that the brake band is lubricated with engine oil, and if the engine isn't running there's no lubrication. That cost about 20 hours worth of labor to tear the transmission down to change the brake band. Next time I break down we're going to spend the extra time to go get the trailer to bring the car home.

Larry, long time viewer here, your pure excitement and awe of the car, the chance to touch, drive and own, the experience, its tangible. Congratulations and with all your hard work over many years well deserved!

@AMMO-NYC

5 ай бұрын

Thx so much! The Model T gives me the fizz for sure

I'm restoring a 1937 Opel Olympia and it's incredible just how different and "normal" the Opel feels and looks when compared to the Model T just a decade earlier. Technology was moving so fast back then.

@YogurtSnipe

5 ай бұрын

Same with modern technology. Just in the last 20 years with phones. Used to be very simple and limited to a few things.

I'm telling you, Larry: best purchase you've made in the last decade! I never fail to appreciate the amount of detail you pay to your work, and the work itself never fails to impress. Yet another great video, and a *wonderful* job restoring a beautiful piece of American history! Keep it up!

Of all the many, many videos I’ve watched on your channel, this is hands down THE most entertaining. The satisfaction in cleaning up that roof and the rest of the car was SO cool. I need to go look for Ted’s channel now. Thanks for sharing. Remarkable 👍🏻

I Love model T's, and I'm planning to get a 1923 ford model t too, it looks exactly like yours!

It's fantastic to see Ted rescuing you with a Model A. I own an A, which I drove earlier today. One of my most memorable moments in the hobby was when my mother bought one, asked for help, and seeing the help arrive in the form of other A's parking in our driveway.

This is one of my favorite videos. My in-laws live in Cape Cod, and they have a neighbor who owns a model t. In the summers his grandkids drive it around town as their daily car. In town, you never go more than 25 and I’ll occasionally see the model t parked at the grocery with kayaks in the back. It’s great to see them using it as intended instead of a parade float. Great find Larry. - hope you can use yours the same way!

We operate 1920s Simplex Regular 35mm film projectors, and it is really hilarious to see that they share certain oil fittings and fill ports with the Model T.

My uncle still owns the Ford Model T that his dad drove him to school in about 80 plus years ago. It still runs. I've ridden in it.

We need a ton of more Videos and detailing and Ted videos

The fun in this video was infectious!

Totally amazing! You're lucky to have a Ted in your contacts book.

@AMMO-NYC

5 ай бұрын

Agreed!

Can’t believe the great condition that T is in. Your videos are truly next level Larry. Lots of love for you and your family.👍❤️

This was your best presentation ever! Thank you and thank Ted!

I love Ts. They are a pain in the butt to learn, have some foibles all their own, but are such a vital part of 20th century history.

We have a model T here in the UK, at our Ford dealership in Manchester, which was opened by the late Josephine Clay Ford, Henry Fords Granddaughter. It still runs and is kept on display in the showroom.

I just watched a model t deep dive a few weeks back. It's so interesting seeing the first mass produced car. Such an important part of history.

Super satsifying! Great video Larry.

That is a beautiful part of the country you live in. Loved seeing this old car brought back to life.

I love your passion for cars and their history. This episode not only shows detailing but what fun you can have fixing and driving your vehicle no matter what it is. Well done!

It is one of the best things to hear an old engine come back to life.

So happy for you, your expressions of joy put a smile on my face Larry

A century old and still purring like a kitten and spry as a young lady. These old Fords are truly immortal. Becoming a custodian of one is never a bad decision. AHOOGAH!

We have a certified Model T race car. Its a hand formed body, with self pumping fire extinguisher, and the wooden floor board has tags from each track its been on. A friend of the family was going to do pikes peak in it a few years ago, but it never came together. Very cool to see enjoy a fine piece of history and function.

@tedb3789

5 ай бұрын

would love to see a photo

I absolutely loved this episode. It's always fun to see you do a deep dive into interesting and sometimes ancient vehicles. I know you get your hands plenty dirty on a LOT of these restorations and details, but this episode was very satisfying. Nice work!

@AMMO-NYC

5 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

What's cool is the ration sticker from World War II is still on the windshield.

With tears in my eyes. Wondrous in every way.. We are Truly Blessed. Larry the Cleaner and Ted the Repair Whisperer. Sorry Larry, but Ted (god I wish I could have been there with you / him working) hand Re-Finishing the parts is what did it for me is this vid.

@tedb3789

4 ай бұрын

😊

A cousin of mine had a Model T and a Model A, and would take us as kids down the road at family reunions in the 90’s. Thanks for the fond memories!

@AMMO-NYC

5 ай бұрын

Very cool!

Finally, a sequel to the Model A video from 3 years ago

I loved watching this. The first and only car my grandma drove was a model T. She drove it into a ditch and never drove again. I will have one someday soon.

@tedb3789

5 ай бұрын

good story. I hope you have photos of her and the car

Wow, absolutely amazing! A century old and it's still in one piece but better than that it still runs and moves under it's own power. Truly an engineering masterpiece! You can definitely say that they don't make em like they used to here! Congratulations, Larry on your purchase! 😊

I can't believe my eyes that it still operational after 100 years.

What a classic! I absolutely love the history and story behind these cars just like the doodlebug! What a great video! Keep up the amazing videos Larry!

@AMMO-NYC

5 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

Thank You Larry and Ted a PERFECT Sunday morning video...GREAT JOB !

Ted seems like the man. Great car and great vid.

This was the BEST! Your enthusiasm is infectious and I’m really happy you finally got the opportunity to own a Model T. YAY!

This was such a joy to watch, especially to see how much fun you two got to have with it 😁 I was so happy when it ran, too!

Crazy how these machines can withstand the test of time. Ted is an awesome mechanic

@tedb3789

5 ай бұрын

thanks

“That guy (Ted) is like a Model T Whisperer.” Hahaha!

That's amazing! Thanks for sharing!

I've had 2 1917 touring cars (one was turned into a pick up) and 1 '27 coupe, all ran unrestored, just basically went through them, cleaned them up and drove them. Absolutely nothing is like driving an open air touring car, lots of fun!

Love this video!! I hope there is at least one more video to make on this car.

It is a very good illustration of your products, that you actually got some shine out of single layer enamel paint on that '23. Look up why Henry Ford said "you can get anycolor on a Model T as Long as it's black". IT was to get the cars, up and out of the factory pronto.

Wonderful old car. Glad to see her looking so good.

Wow Larry, what an awesome experience. Your work and videos becoming food for a soul. Thank you for your generosity and commitment to share your story's with all of us :)

Been watching your videos ever since you were in your old garage. The amount of talent you have is unmatched and everything I’ve used from watching you has helped my vehicles look amazing!

Best episode to date. This one just raised the bar in start-up, detail, and pure stoke on your faces.

At the beginning of the 30s, my great-grandfather was a Ford T mechanic (and other models) in the rural area of ​​Brazil, more precisely in the city of Santa Cruz do Rio Pardo! He would love to see this video! But unfortunately he passed away in 1984...

What a great project Larry! Kudos to you for taking it on

Love it Larry, keep it up man!

@AMMO-NYC

5 ай бұрын

Thank you!

I have watched you for years and I must say this one had me wide eye watching you bring this 100 year old beauty back to life. Never rode in one of these I need to see if I can get a ride in one of these cars

I enjoyed this video very much. I have a ‘23 Depot Hack that has a wooden body. I especially liked how you reacted the first time you drove it. My car was my wife’s uncle’s. He had it since 1973 when he retired from a construction company. The owner of the company had several antiques and upon the uncle’s retirement, after 50 years, he was told to take an antique as a retirement gift. The Model T was his favorite. My Model T friends and I go on trips and our longest was 182 miles round trip to New Jersey from Pennsylvania to Hot Dog Johnny’s for lunch! Model T’s are flat out fun. This year we celebrated the 100th birthday of our car and featured it in our Christmas card. Enjoy yours.

This is definitely one of my favorites channels on KZread. Thank you so mucho Larry for sharing your content and your passion

Nice! one more 100 year-old back on the road!

The Ford Model T and the VW Beetle are the coolest cars on Earth, period.

Great video, Larry. Keep sharing these stories with us.

I had the opportunity to drive one of these about 20 years ago. Pretty cool experience.

Larry, what a great video to see you working your magic on this 23 model T.

It's better than a show car! It shows it's life and history!

I LOVE this video. My dad kept Model A Ford cars, so I appreciate the work you put into the car to get her running AND looking spiffy!

@AMMO-NYC

5 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

Larry, one cool detail: your car still has a World War II gasoline ration decal on the windshield. The "A" ration allowed you to buy four gallons per week, and you'd have to give the gas station attendant an official coupon every time. No coupon, no gasoline! Sometimes people put reproduction decals on old cars, but that one looks original. You might consider spraying some clear coat on the back to keep it from deteriorating further.

Awesome model t Ive always wanted to drive one of those. Also on a side note I jumped off the couch when I saw the road you were driving on, I used to deliver saw dust to that farm! great episode!

What a great video! Ever heard of Greenfield Village and the Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, Michigan? They own and operate 14 Model Ts, giving tours of the Village. I am one of the tour guide / drivers there. Ts are a wonderful piece of automotive history. Enjoy!

Thanks again Larrry, great video and Ted is awesome!!

Bro you just detailed history. Incredible 👏

Neat piece of history, Larry. Happy faces while you were driving! Enjoy. 👍

I Love this episode. Rescue missions are always so informative and fun. I last drove a Model T in 1975 in a parade. I would like another go in one. Congratulations!

@AMMO-NYC

5 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@ricatiman

5 ай бұрын

@@AMMO-NYC The first episode that made me aware of your channel was the Bizzarrini rescue detail in situ. It was an excellent first encounter with your world. What really impressed me was your knowledge about what not to do as well as the way things should be done to save and protect finishes. Way back in the 70's I sold Fords at a big dealership, after I moved up to sales from the Lot Attendant/Used Car Detailer position. In Calgary, Alberta, Canada we saw a lot of grunged out trades and lease returns from the oil patch people. It was challenging, but I always found it mostly enjoyable. Keep up the great work!

Those cars were hand painted with laquer paint. My grandfather would regularly paint vehicles back in the day with a brush. Paint laid down like glass with the right mixture. Restoration experts today would cringe at the thought but it was a reality.

You're a master of your craft Larry. I've been watching Drive and Protect for a while now and it's still the best auto detailing related channel on KZread by far. Merry Christmas to you and your family.

Now THIS is the content I love!

Great video I e missed the old classics u get and totally bring back to life. Love your show keep it up.

Not really into cars of this era but your presentation and enthusiasm quickly drew me in. Another great video!

Great video Larry, editing, commentary - everything. Always looking forward.

This is the most awesome thing you have ever detailed and rescued.

Pure passion. Kudos Larry

Amazing Larry, congrats buddy !!!

That was a brilliant video. That Model T looks amazing!

i would keep this car 4ever...is a beautiful piece of history.

Congrats Larry, enjoy it!

Very cool Larry...thanks for the trip back in time

That is definitely a daily driver. Heck of a find.

So awesome to see that thing running again. Enjoy it.

This is what makes car detailing so much fun

Congrats 🎉 I hope you have a lot of fun with it.

I love these old old cars!!!!

Great video! Really enjoyed it!

OUTSTANDING VIDEO!

Very cool.Cant wait to see it around town one day.😎

Model T starts making Larry look like a 12 year old kid with awe, wonder, and excitement. Back in 2005 I drove a 1929 model A, on country roads in Ohio. While driving in third gear up hill the shift level popped out of gear, that was a little surprising. Overall the most memorable drive ever. Pure joy.

Awesome job Larry fantastic for 100 years old 🇬🇧👍🇬🇧👍