By Perry Jones, Piney Wood Model A Ford Club Hickory Stripe is known as the workwear worn during the Model A era and most recognizably worn by Rail Road Workers. It is not to be confused with ahickory switch, which some of us may be more familiar with (ouch!) The hickory stripe traces its roots […]
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Awards Banquet
December 3 – 6, 2025
Hosted by the Gulf Coast Model A Club
Mobile Riverview Plaza Hotel
64 S Water St, Mobile, AL 36602
$165.00 per night
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President’s Message – April 2026
I think Old Man Winter has finally decided to give us a break and is retreating north. The deep freeze temperatures and extraordinary snowstorms we endured this winter put a damper on any winter Model Aing. Fortunately, I think we have turned the corner as the weather has warmed up bit and the other day […]
Read MorePresident’s Message – March 2026
As you read this issue of The Restorer magazine I would like to call your attention to the year 1956. 1956 represents a significant year for the formation of MAFCA as we know it today. In February 1956 we held our first Annual Business Meeting where Art Miller was elected as our first President. Over […]
Read MoreTech Q&A for March, 2026
Q: I followed Paul Shinn’s suggestions for changing out incandescent lights to LEDs for running lights and turn signals. Now, the (new) flasher only flashes intermittently. How do I solve this issue? -Bill A: You have discovered the issue we find when using LED lights and old fashioned relay-style flasher units. The LED’s don’t draw […]
Read MoreTo Display or Not to Display?
By Diann Eason To Display or Not to Display? That Is the Fashion Question! Have you thought about entering MAFCA Fashion Judging? You may be thinking you do not have experience or do not know enough about Model A era fashion. Let me share with you an experience which turned out to be fun and […]
Read MorePresident’s Message – February 2026
As we begin 2026, I extend my sincere appreciation to all volunteers stepping up to serve as chapter officers. Your commitment is essential to maintaining your chapter as a welcoming space for socializing, touring in the Model A and sharing expertise – particularly with new and younger members. To ensure the future or our hobby, […]
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