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A Weekend at the Beach

From Padre Island and Mustang Island to the sands of Galveston, driving directly onto the beach was part of the adventure during the Model A era. Take a look back at a time when hard-packed Texas beaches served as both recreation areas and roadways.

2026-08-08T19:21:03-05:00

A Key to Your Travels

Discover a few surprising facts about Model A Ford keys, from shared ignition and door locks to Yale & Towne and Briggs & Stratton key blanks. You may even find that another Model A owner’s key fits your car.

2026-08-08T19:31:24-05:00

One Hundred Years Ago: August 1926

August 1926 found Ford balancing tradition with change. As the company expanded the 40-hour workweek and continued refining the Model T, growing market pressure made it increasingly clear that a modern replacement was on the way.

2026-08-08T18:39:57-05:00

The Mousehole Watermelon Run 2026

The Mousehole Watermelon Run brought Model A members together for a hot summer drive through Haslet, Justin, Ponder, and the historic Mousehole bridge. The day wrapped up with cold watermelon, games, water balloons, and plenty of fun at Haslet Community Park.

2026-08-08T18:35:25-05:00

Model A Sparton Horn Maintenance

The unmistakable “Ah-ooo-gah” of the Model A Sparton horn is one of the most recognizable sounds of the era. Discover the history behind SPARTON, the men who built the company, and the maintenance that keeps these classic horns sounding their best.

2026-08-08T18:21:39-05:00

One Hundred Years Ago: July 1926

100 years ago, Ford Motor Company stood at a crossroads. From growing competition and early planning for the Model A to Edsel Ford’s support of aviation and rooftop air-marking, July 1926 offered clear signs that major change was on the horizon.

2026-08-08T18:40:45-05:00

Rebuilt Distributor Checklist

A rebuilt Model A distributor should always be checked before installation. Proper shaft-to-bushing clearance, open oil passages, correct lubrication, stable plates, and final electrical checks can help prevent misfiring, erratic point gaps, and distributor failure.

2026-06-06T19:06:23-05:00
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