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Step 1
Read about Ford Model A Fords by doing research online, or by reading books like "How to Restore the Model A Ford" and others. Books like these help you know what to look for when searching for a car to restore.
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Step 2
Find a Ford Model A Coupe to restore. Look in the classifieds or publications like Uncle Henry's.
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Step 3
Go online. There you can find Ford Model A Coupes listed for sale on sites like Hemming's Motor News, eBay, Craigslist and more.
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Step 4
Inspect each Ford Model A Coupe carefully before considering it. If you are uncertain whether the vehicle is a good buy, bring someone with you who is mechanically inclined to help you. Don't jump on the first car you view. Take your time and purchase the right vehicle.
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Step 5
Prepare a place in your garage where you will work on the vehicle. As this might be a project that could take up to a year or more, make certain that this place is heated and protected from the weather. This is especially important in areas of the country where there is snow.
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Step 6
Strip the Ford Model A Coupe down to the frame and repair it if necessary. Take apart the rest of the parts and lubricate them, replacing any bolts and fasteners as needed.
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Step 7
Attend to the engine, cleaning it and replacing plugs, wires, lubricants, belts and hoses. Update any engine parts as needed.
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Step 8
Begin reassembling the frame, replacing the suspension and springs as you do so. Restore the body as well, repairing any damage or rust. Strip the body panels and prime them.
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Step 9
Reassemble the drive train and replace the engine. Reattach the gears. Restore the wheels and rims, and mount new tires. Mount tires on frame.
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Step 10
Put the Ford Model A body back on the frame and reattached the doors, fenders and running boards.
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Step 11
Reupholster the seat and install. Paint the body and polish any chrome to finish the restore project.
