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Shade Tree A’s – Model A Ford Club
Presentation to the West Augusta Rotary ClubJanuary 24, 2008
Craig McMullinPresident, Shade Tree A’s
Agenda
Shade Tree A’s – the organization The Model A Ford What we do Q & A’s
Model A Ford Quiz
What’s in the box? HINT: All 3 items can be found in your car today.
Shade Tree A’s – The Organization Incorporated in 1973, non-profit org. Affiliation with two national organizations
Model A Ford Club of America Model A Restorers Club
Purpose:The club is dedicated to the preservation and the restoration of the Model A Ford automobile and supports membership in the national organizations dedicated to the same purpose.
Our Members and Membership Family Oriented Membership currently 77 families throughout the
CSRA and beyond Over 100 Model A vehicles Don’t have to own a Model A Ford – just have an
interest in the hobby Award winning monthly newsletter and web site
www.shadetreeas.org Formal organization consisting of elected officers
and BOD’s
About our Members
Come from all “walks of life” Don’t have to be a great “mechanic” Some do have unique skills and are very
supportive
The Model A Ford Era
Built after the “Model T”, 1909 – 1927 over 15M Four years of production, 1928 – 1931 almost 4M Many different colors and body styles Two distinct body designs for 1928-29 and 1930-31
Radiator dimensions Tire diameter Headlight shape Bumper design Many others
After 75 years, just keeps going
Facts about the Model A Four cylinders, 40 HP engine (200 ci.) Top speed about 65 mph, 45-50 mph cruising Three speed manual transmission 10 gal. gas tank, gravity feed Hand crank and electric starter Mechanical brakes Manual spark advance, turn signals, choke
and throttle
More facts
6 Volt battery – positive ground No seat belts Tempered shatter-proof safety glass Most only have one tail light, only deluxe
models have two 1 wiper blade – driver’s side Heater was optional
What we do Enjoy the Model A hobby
Restoration Touring Swap Meets and Shows
Assist club members with restoration projects Technical seminars Shady A Ladies - era fashions
What we do
Tour throughout the Southeast and beyond Meet with other clubs Area community events Holiday parades Regional points of interest
Monthly club business / technical meetings Enjoy fellowship and food
A few club activities
Q & A’s
Quiz answers Questions? Parking lot demonstration