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by BHarper
Thu May 08, 2025 3:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Bushing # 2527 ????
Replies: 3
Views: 734

Re: Bushing # 2527 ????

Hi Dan,

My original parts list, dated February1, 1916 states:

2527 Diff. Spider Bushing. 1909 - 1915
1 1/16" bore, brass

2525B Diff. Pinion Bushing 1911 - 1914
5/8" bore


I hope that this helps.
by BHarper
Thu May 08, 2025 3:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Distilled water with Antifreeze
Replies: 49
Views: 5278

Re: Distilled water with Antifreeze

In regard to what coolant to run during the freezing winter months here in the Shire, the Old Timers always advised to use water from the brook and not from the pond because the pond water freezes and the brook never freezes. 😉🤣🤗
by BHarper
Sat May 03, 2025 8:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Carburetor recommendations
Replies: 13
Views: 2268

Re: Carburetor recommendations

You suspect that inadequate fuel flow may be a contributing cause of reduced performance. I suggest getting a Full Flow float valve for your L-4 from Scott Conger for pocket money before spending a moderate amount of money on a hard to find go fast carburetor. Good luck with your project. Bill
by BHarper
Fri Jan 24, 2025 12:24 am
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: Simpson meters. FREE
Replies: 8
Views: 11026

Re: Simpson meters. FREE

Email sent to Dan.
by BHarper
Wed Oct 23, 2024 4:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Hand cranking a car that’s not a T
Replies: 13
Views: 2677

Re: Hand cranking a car that’s not a T

Back in the day, I would occasionally hand crank my 1960 Renault 4CV.
by BHarper
Sat Sep 07, 2024 6:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Asphalt Angel
Replies: 8
Views: 2404

Re: Asphalt Angel

Years ago, when I was helping a now deceased friend and mentor (R.I.P. Lenny) , he would offer similar advice:
"Don't get old, Bill, don't get old.
I would stop what ever work I was doing on one of his cars, slowly turn towards him, tilt my head a tad and ask "Well, what are my alternatives?"
by BHarper
Sun Jun 30, 2024 10:33 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: WTB - Oil Pan
Replies: 20
Views: 3131

Re: WTB - Oil Pan

Hello Francis, The Downeast chapter of the Model T club is quite active in Maine and perhaps one of their members has a surplus pan. If that well is dry you could reach out to the Central New Hampshire Model T Club for assistance. I will check in my Pile O Parts. Good luck with your quest 👍, Bill.
by BHarper
Sun Jun 23, 2024 7:29 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: mystery wire
Replies: 13
Views: 2036

Re: mystery wire

Hi Eli,
On my car that red wire is for the magneto.
Good luck with your project. 👍
by BHarper
Tue Jun 18, 2024 11:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Installing Accy Spare Tire Carrier Advice
Replies: 14
Views: 2418

Re: Installing Accy Spare Tire Carrier Advice

Hi George, From the information I have gleaned by studying period ads for Duplex tire carriers, the company offered a half dozen or so different style carriers to accommodate all of the different demountable rim profiles and tire widths. The difference seems to be in the saddles, the three curved p...
by BHarper
Thu Jun 06, 2024 1:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Title Disclosure
Replies: 39
Views: 7231

Re: Title Disclosure

I am reading all of these reports of frustration, heartache, delay, and expense with raised eyebrows. :shock: I feel so sorry for those of you who have had to endure these travails. The summation does seem to be: know with certainty what necessary documentation YOUR state requires, and then can the...
by BHarper
Thu Jun 06, 2024 9:37 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: *SPARK PLUG GAP*
Replies: 14
Views: 2833

Re: *SPARK PLUG GAP*

When did you last flush the cooling system?
by BHarper
Thu May 23, 2024 3:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Old car by an old house
Replies: 48
Views: 13876

Re: Old car by an old house

Greetings All, This is my runabout in front of the transistion from the shed to the barn on the house I inherited from my late Aunt. The house was built during 1787 as a store. The shed may have been built with the house or, possibly, added a bit later. The first half of the barn was definitely add...
by BHarper
Fri May 17, 2024 6:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Strange request
Replies: 34
Views: 6766

Re: Strange request

For those of you who are following Bob's Metz exploration and education, I have replied to his email and we are continuing our conversation.

The beat goes on.

Another image of my '14 Model 22 Torpedo Runabout


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by BHarper
Thu May 16, 2024 10:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Strange request
Replies: 34
Views: 6766

Re: Strange request

Hello Bob, I have been reading this thread with great interest because I own a 1914 Metz Model 22. I live in New Hampshire and am a bit far from New Jersey to look at the car which you are interested in and way too far from you to schedule a driving lesson. Your understanding of "drive ratios" betw...
by BHarper
Fri May 10, 2024 1:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Fix a Rough Engine with a Ground Strap?
Replies: 8
Views: 2041

Re: Fix a Rough Engine with a Ground Strap?

Hello Bob, As suggested by other posters here, a second ground strap is an easy step to take and they are never a bad idea although not always needed. That said, I do wonder if the rough running seems to be concentrated in one cylinder or is common to all four? The poor running and the shocks which...
by BHarper
Sun Mar 31, 2024 9:34 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: WTB….oil filler.
Replies: 9
Views: 2142

Re: WTB….oil filler.

Tim Morsher made a run of a different style of oil fill extension some years ago. I don't know if he still might have any.
by BHarper
Fri Mar 22, 2024 8:59 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What is This?
Replies: 4
Views: 1509

Re: What is This?

Yes, it is a brake light switch.

A "Morganmade" switch produced by the Morgan Manufacturing Company here in Keene, New Hampshire.
Their slogan was "If it is Morganmade, it is well made."

I'll try to get some pictures. Bill.
by BHarper
Thu Feb 22, 2024 11:27 am
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: What's your MODERN? :)
Replies: 54
Views: 33655

Re: What's your MODERN? :)

My winter car, the beater with a heater, is a 2006 Subaru Forester with the uncommon five speed manual transmission. My summer daily driver is a 1965 Volvo 122 station wagon (P220). 20220621_170909.jpg My driveway is also clogged with a 2003 Ford F250 which is the tow vehicle for my enclosed car tr...
by BHarper
Sat Dec 30, 2023 10:05 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: FS Bevin Bermuda Bell (SOLD)
Replies: 7
Views: 1362

Re: FS Bevin Bermuda Bell

Hi Tom,

The hole in the plunger is to allow a short length of chain to be attached to the plunger and the other end secured to one of the bell's mounting screws.
This feature provides a means to prevent the plunger from coming out of the bell and being lost.
by BHarper
Thu Sep 28, 2023 12:17 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Model T copy Metz engine
Replies: 16
Views: 2643

Re: Model T copy Metz engine

Metz related threads always capture my attention. I am surprised that the engine in the original post still retains its sheet metal valve covers as they are often long gone by now. While the Metz engine has a superficial resemblance to the Model T engine, there are significant differences between t...
by BHarper
Wed Aug 16, 2023 10:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Plastic Fan Upgrade?
Replies: 41
Views: 6480

Re: Plastic Fan Upgrade?

Hi Dan and Pat, Regarding running the Model T "sans fan": The Metz Model 22 has a thermosyphon cooling system WITHOUT a fan. The engine hood has no louvers. Beneath the engine there is a sheet metal undercover attached to the bottom of the frame and encloses the space from the bottom of the radiato...
by BHarper
Sun Aug 13, 2023 10:24 am
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: Oshkosh 2023 anyone there?
Replies: 30
Views: 4959

Re: Oshkosh 2023 anyone there?

Thank you, Austin, for taking the time to share all of these wonderful pictures. 🤗
by BHarper
Sun Aug 13, 2023 10:22 am
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: What happened to the "Humor to Brighten Your Day" thread?
Replies: 19
Views: 5281

Re: What happened to the "Humor to Brighten Your Day" thread?

Hi Mack,

I have the vague suspicion that there was someone here with "an axe to grind" regarding FJ and wanted him removed.

Now, having stated that, perhaps I, too, will be "disappeared" much like people in Mr. Putin's country. 🙄
by BHarper
Sun Aug 13, 2023 10:02 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Miller heads
Replies: 33
Views: 7734

Re: Miller heads

Hello All, I revived this thread one week ago in hope of an update on Tod's Miller head project. The ensuing days produced posts about compression ratios, combustion chamber design, and other related topics which I read with interest. Alas, there has been no update from this thread's author Tod But...
by BHarper
Thu Aug 10, 2023 7:58 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Differential issue, any ideas?
Replies: 13
Views: 2276

Re: Differential issue, any ideas?

Hi Mike,
Does your car have safety hubs?
If so, you may have a broken axle or, a sheared axle key.
Good luck with your project. Bill. 👍
by BHarper
Sun Aug 06, 2023 12:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Ron Patterson
Replies: 27
Views: 5059

Re: Ron Patterson

Yes, me too.
When I saw the post

RON PATTERSON

I thought "Oh crap, no, not Ron dead."

What a relief to find a thread of current praise and not memorials. 🙄🥳🤦‍♂️
by BHarper
Sun Aug 06, 2023 10:32 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Miller heads
Replies: 33
Views: 7734

Re: Miller heads

Any update?
by BHarper
Sat Aug 05, 2023 12:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Any news on the Miller head?
Replies: 4
Views: 2557

Re: Any news on the Miller head?

Almost a year has passed.
Any updates?
Has anyone heard anything about this project?
Inquiring minds want to know. 🤔
by BHarper
Sun Jul 30, 2023 3:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Death by headlight socket?
Replies: 24
Views: 4620

Re: Death by headlight socket?

I asked, earlier, if the Original Author was running on battery instead of magneto because the situation sounded like a classic case of a battery not being able power ignition AND lights at the same time. And, further more, if the Original Author is diagnosing a magneto issue as he stated, how or w...
by BHarper
Sun Jul 30, 2023 9:28 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Death by headlight socket?
Replies: 24
Views: 4620

Re: Death by headlight socket?

Are you running the car on battery?
by BHarper
Sun Jul 30, 2023 9:25 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Wanted Top Boot 1913
Replies: 2
Views: 796

Re: Wanted Top Boot 1913

Top boot for a touring car or a runabout?
They are different in size.
by BHarper
Thu Jul 20, 2023 9:30 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: $294.75 for a set of 5. No way Jose.
Replies: 6
Views: 1525

Re: $294.75 for a set of 5. No way Jose.

Hmm. I thought that rim flaps and rim liners were two entirely different things with entirely different purposes and applications. 🤔 And some folks judge rim flaps to be superfluous and entirely unnecessary. 😉🙄 I'm a parsimonious fellow and do appreciate a cost effective alternative, when appropria...
by BHarper
Wed Jul 19, 2023 5:54 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: For Sale: Huge Lot of Model T Books
Replies: 2
Views: 983

Re: For Sale: Huge Lot of Model T Books

Email sent.
by BHarper
Sat Jun 03, 2023 8:58 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Broken Crank Club
Replies: 15
Views: 3677

Re: Broken Crank Club

Hello Rod,

My condolences for your misfortune. You were wise to put aside a Scat crankshaft for the day which you knew would come as they can be on a months long backlog.

I am a two time member of the club. 🙄
by BHarper
Wed May 03, 2023 10:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Safe long-distance driving… how do they do it?
Replies: 56
Views: 14852

Re: Safe long-distance driving… how do they do it?

Hi Kelly Jons, I applaud your desire to undertake long distance touring. Other posters here have offered good advice regarding the necessity to put your car in very good condition to make it a paragon of dependability. It is often said that the more time one spends with their car in the shop yields...
by BHarper
Sun Apr 09, 2023 4:46 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: For Sale: Taper Leaf Front Spring
Replies: 3
Views: 1391

Re: For Sale: Taper Leaf Front Spring

Sale pending.
by BHarper
Sun Apr 09, 2023 2:40 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: For Sale: Taper Leaf Front Spring
Replies: 3
Views: 1391

For Sale: Taper Leaf Front Spring

For sale is a taper leaf front spring. It is in good condition. There is a small hole in each end of the spring. These holes are not drilled through the bushing. $110.00 plus shipping or pick up here in Southwestern New Hampshire. If interested, please send an email to: billsmodeltshop (at) gmail (...
by BHarper
Sat Mar 25, 2023 9:28 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Im over it!
Replies: 40
Views: 7491

Re: Im over it!

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by BHarper
Fri Mar 17, 2023 7:07 am
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: Mid-century Antique
Replies: 15
Views: 3464

Re: Mid-century Antique

I recall my parents buying a brand new 1959 Rambler station wagon. I was only five at the time, but I do remember the vestigial tail fins. Fast forward to my college days and, for my junior and senior years I had a 1956 Plymouth Belvedere four door hardtop in Turquoise Blue and Eggshell White. It h...
by BHarper
Fri Mar 10, 2023 1:12 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1924 Coupe Gives Back Hidden Legroom
Replies: 39
Views: 6487

Re: 1924 Coupe Gives Back Hidden Legroom

I have a 1924 model year coupe. As has often been stated, people were smaller (in stature and girth) during the first part of the previous century and earlier. I am 5'4", which makes me Model T sized, fun size. The car fits me quite well and I can use the driver's door comfortably. I really appreci...
by BHarper
Thu Mar 09, 2023 11:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Hand Windshield Wiper for 1924 Fordor
Replies: 38
Views: 5344

Re: Hand Windshield Wiper for 1924 Fordor

Hi Jeremy,
The mirror arm which you reference in the Snyder's link fits open cars only; it is not intended for enclosed cars. I hope that this helps.
by BHarper
Thu Mar 09, 2023 11:33 am
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: Tool Time
Replies: 129
Views: 889694

Re: Tool Time

Hi Scott, "For aficionado's of the obscure and obsolete..." This is so delightfully arcane. 🤗 I appreciate the back story concerning the demise and discontinued use of certain sizes and their replacement with a size which is "pretty close" (🙄) and good enough. More than a few times, when working on...
by BHarper
Tue Mar 07, 2023 3:36 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Gas Lamp Ignitors (Pending Payment)
Replies: 1
Views: 990

Re: Gas Lamp Ignitors

Email sent.
by BHarper
Fri Feb 24, 2023 11:20 am
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: Why I love Florida
Replies: 28
Views: 7424

Re: Why I love Florida

Hi G.R. Thank you for liking my post.🙏 Thank you, some what more, for sharing your photograph of your strawberry plant. As I sit here with my feet propped up by the woodstove I enlarged the image to scrutinize, and dare I say savor, the bright green leaves, the white and not quite ripe strawberries...
by BHarper
Thu Feb 23, 2023 2:04 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: Why I love Florida
Replies: 28
Views: 7424

Re: Why I love Florida

My, my, my, my, my. 🙄 It sounds as if those with warm outdoor temperatures "might" be gloating and, possibly(?), be flaunting those conditions at others living in colder areas.🏜🏖 Tsk, tsk, tsk. It also sounds as if cold, harsh, winter conditions in other areas has caused Cabin Fever to infect some ...
by BHarper
Wed Feb 22, 2023 4:06 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: 1923 chassis and 23 coupe parts
Replies: 8
Views: 2144

Re: 1923 chassis and 23 coupe parts

All of what I see in these pictures suggest that the coupe was a 1925.
Now, perhaps the engine serial number indicates 1923, but there are several examples of 1925 parts.

Just my two cents worth, perhaps overvalued, 🙄 Bill.
by BHarper
Sun Feb 19, 2023 4:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Closed car Carpet
Replies: 7
Views: 2038

Re: Closed car Carpet

Hi Ron, After you move the gas tank and the seat riser rearward, to give you more legroom, it is likely that the rubber floor mat (touring and runabout) will not be long enough to reach the seat riser. You will probably need a custom made floor mat. After all of the time, effort, and expense to rec...
by BHarper
Sun Feb 19, 2023 12:37 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Show some love for the Coupe
Replies: 13
Views: 2837

Re: Show some love for the Coupe

Hi Ron, Golly, that really is a nice looking coupe which you have bought. While I understand your desire to have a Cozy Coupe for cold weather driving, I have enjoyed some delightful mid-winter motoring. 16473281_356558638076140_8849894271387503640_n.jpg That said, I do appreciate the comforts prov...
by BHarper
Sun Feb 05, 2023 1:33 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Voltage Regulator Instructions
Replies: 17
Views: 4121

Re: Voltage Regulator Instructions

I would be interested in three 6 volt regulators.
by BHarper
Wed Feb 01, 2023 4:29 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: TW timer brushes- round
Replies: 7
Views: 1585

Re: TW timer brushes- round

Hi Tim,
A question for clarification:

Is this just the cylindrical carbon brush only

OR

the entire brush assembly?

Inquiring minds want to know. 🤔
by BHarper
Sun Jan 29, 2023 3:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Best Model T Year for a driver
Replies: 27
Views: 4480

Re: Best Model T Year for a driver

Torpedoes.
Hah. I don't have to worry about not owning one.
At five foot four inches, I can't reach the pedals! 😀
by BHarper
Sun Jan 22, 2023 10:09 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: WTB License plate holder for a 13
Replies: 2
Views: 953

Re: WTB License plate holder for a 13

Are you looking for front or rear?
by BHarper
Fri Jan 20, 2023 1:53 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Sold - New 7/16-32 Tap
Replies: 2
Views: 1207

Re: For Sale - New 7/16-32 Tap

Email sent.
by BHarper
Sun Jan 15, 2023 1:56 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Removing the Package Shelf on a 25 Coupe
Replies: 8
Views: 1647

Re: Removing the Package Shelf on a 25 Coupe

Well, actually, the package shelf is only 1/3 of the problem: the gas tank and the seat riser (together) would need to be moved back AND the seat back would need to have some of each side cut off for it to be moved rearward into the corners of the cabin. Oh, the package shelf is what actually suppo...
by BHarper
Sat Jan 14, 2023 12:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Brassworks “extreme” radiator?
Replies: 15
Views: 3678

Re: Breasworks “extreme” radiator?

I am one of those (few??) people who judge the Flat Tube radiators to cool TOO well. (I will mention, in passing, that as received the radiator filler neck was incorrectly located and prevented installing the radiator shell.) I needed a new radiator because the old one had transformed into a lawn s...
by BHarper
Sun Jan 08, 2023 1:24 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: For Sale - new
Replies: 1
Views: 1152

Re: For Sale - new

Email sent.
by BHarper
Tue Jan 03, 2023 12:07 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Good Model T Names
Replies: 65
Views: 13909

Re: Good Model T Names

I have seldom named any of my vehicles. I was prodded at length to name my '24 runabout. I purchased the car knowing that it had been built up from parts of several years: 1922 chassis and engine 1924 fenders 1925 front portion of runabout body 1923 or earlier rear half of runabout body Spare tire ...
by BHarper
Sat Dec 17, 2022 1:28 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: WTB non T bulb trumpet horn
Replies: 1
Views: 950

Re: WTB non T bulb trumpet horn

Hi Dale,
I wish you luck in your quest for that style horn, they were used by two auto manufacturers that I am aware of and possibly more. One came with my car and I am grateful to have it.

Best Regards,
Bill
by BHarper
Wed Dec 14, 2022 9:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Larry Original Smith
Replies: 43
Views: 9545

Re: Larry Original Smith

I, too, was a lucky contestant.
I played along for a bit.
After I told "Larry" that my credit card was maxed out and I could not be of help, I heard no more from"Larry."
by BHarper
Thu Dec 08, 2022 9:39 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How to do a roadster top wrong
Replies: 20
Views: 4061

Re: How to do a roadster top wrong

I sympathize with those of you whose cars are wearing a top which is less than pleasing to gaze upon.😕 My '14 touring came to me with a top which was installed too tight and had, over time, shrunk and had been done by some one who either: didn't know how to do it correctly, didn't care to do it cor...
by BHarper
Thu Nov 17, 2022 7:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: MTFCA Membership
Replies: 37
Views: 7347

Re: MTFCA Membership

We all like/love the Model T. Some of us have joined the national club, but have no local chapter nearby. Others are members of a small local or regional club, but not the national club. And then there are some with no club affiliation. And we all like the same car. We all contribute in different w...
by BHarper
Fri Nov 04, 2022 9:11 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: WTB: Octagon hub cap wrench
Replies: 23
Views: 4378

Re: WTB: Octagon hub cap wrench

Hi Jay, I am interested in seeing the tool display you have for your Metz. Where did you find a list of the tools which would have been included with the cars when sold and would you share that list? I have wondered just what tools would have been included with these cars when they were new. Thank ...
by BHarper
Mon Oct 31, 2022 8:27 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: WTB: Octagon hub cap wrench
Replies: 23
Views: 4378

Re: WTB: Octagon hub cap wrench

Hi Jay, I wish you good luck in your quest for a two inch, eight sided hubcap wrench. You will need it. I have searched for such a unicorn for six years. The closest that I could ever find was 1 7/8 and 2 1/8 inches. Never a two inch wrench. Others who have wished for one have resorted to maching o...
by BHarper
Sun Oct 23, 2022 1:04 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: Tool Time
Replies: 129
Views: 889694

Re: Tool Time

Hi Scott, Golly, those look nice. 👍 I, too, have found that low cost tools and equipment can, often, be upgraded to perform quite well. Expen$ive tools are often beyond my financial reach. To be clear, I willingly admit that precision work to X ten thousandths of an inch can't be easily done with a...
by BHarper
Sat Oct 22, 2022 12:22 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: What have you done on an old non-Model T vehicle.
Replies: 215
Views: 102630

Re: What have you done on an old non-Model T vehicle.

Over the last six weeks or so, I have made a few opportunities (read that as neglecting Responsible Adult chores and obligations🙄) to work on my '14 Metz Model 22. I removed the radiator, Again, in hopes of making a permanent repair to a persistent leak. As I was beginning to mount the radiator bac...
by BHarper
Wed Oct 19, 2022 7:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Camping 100 years ago next year
Replies: 23
Views: 4760

Re: Camping 100 years ago next year

I acquired an Estey folding pump organ some years ago. It needs to be restored. The Estey factory was in Brattleboro, Vermont, about 20 miles from here.
by BHarper
Thu Oct 13, 2022 11:08 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: WTB, TT Brake drum,
Replies: 3
Views: 1298

Re: WTB, TT Brake drum,

I'll take a look tomorrow, I may have one.
by BHarper
Sat Aug 20, 2022 3:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Condensation on carb after running?
Replies: 27
Views: 6100

Re: Condensation on carb after running?

As others have stated, " carburettor icing is real." And as others have stated, in some parts of this country it never occurs. More photographic proof of icing on the manifold and carburettor when the hot air pipe is absent. The engine was running poorly (like crap) and the hot air pipe "fixed" it....
by BHarper
Sat Aug 13, 2022 1:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Any news on the Miller head?
Replies: 4
Views: 2557

Re: Any news on the Miller head?

Hello Tod,

Are you able to offer a progress report?
This inquiring mind, and potential purchaser, want to know.
Good luck with your project.


Bill Harper
Keene, New Hampshire
by BHarper
Sat Jul 23, 2022 9:38 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: tail light electrification
Replies: 26
Views: 5308

Re: tail light electrification

Hi Dave, I never studied the wiring of the lamps on your car when I have been near it. Sorry. Your statement of magneto power to all three lamps, and that disconnecting the tail lamp's two wires kills the head lamps, strongly suggests that they are wired in series, much like the Christmas tree lamp...
by BHarper
Sun May 01, 2022 12:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Camping with a 1915 Ford- Old Photo
Replies: 7
Views: 1934

Re: Camping with a 1915 Ford- Old Photo

Cross country camping in my Model T is on my bucket list. Tent camping would involve less weight than pulling a camping trailer, but pitching a tent in the rain and or breaking camp in the rain seems less than joyous. :roll: I know, I know, this wimpy talk from the same guy who will gleefully drive...
by BHarper
Sun Apr 24, 2022 12:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Nickle Radiator Shell
Replies: 4
Views: 1978

Re: For Sale: Nickle Radiator Shell

The last of the pictures:

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by BHarper
Sun Apr 24, 2022 12:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Nickle Radiator Shell
Replies: 4
Views: 1978

Re: For Sale: Nickle Radiator Shell

More pictures:

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by BHarper
Sun Apr 24, 2022 12:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Nickle Radiator Shell
Replies: 4
Views: 1978

Nickle Radiator Shell

This shell does have a bit of damage, which I will show in the pictures. I took many pictures and will include them in several posts below. This shell is made of brass and those of you with brazing skills better than mine will be able to repair this shell and then have a fine example. 20220402_1722...
by BHarper
Fri Apr 08, 2022 11:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Model T Shipping Crate
Replies: 7
Views: 2594

Re: Model T Shipping Crate

It really is important to properly secure and protect any package. A rebuilt short block was shipped from the left coast to me, here in The Shire. Rips and tears in the plastic roused my suspicion. 102_2789a.jpg The block was secured to a modest "pallet" of boards with another board taped to the to...
by BHarper
Fri Apr 08, 2022 3:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Is this a T rim or a Wanna-be?
Replies: 14
Views: 3139

Re: Is this a T rim or a Wanna-be?

I have nothing to add to this discussion other than the following pictures of the Canadian Rim Tool, pictures which I culled from the interweb some years ago.



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by BHarper
Sun Mar 27, 2022 4:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: A look at the Model T Museum
Replies: 18
Views: 3877

Re: A look at the Model T Museum

Lenny Smith (R.I.P.) donated that snowmobile to the museum. When he acquired it there was no strap. After a few years of use, the cab became just a tad rickety. The ratchet strap was an expedient method of (literally) keeping it together. Aside from the occasional repairs and necessary maintenance,...
by BHarper
Sat Mar 12, 2022 3:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1919 Intake Manifold
Replies: 17
Views: 4089

Re: 1919 Intake Manifold

This is my 1914 iron intake manifold cast using the mold for the Aluminum intake manifolds.
Yes, a previous owner added the priming cup.



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by BHarper
Sat Mar 12, 2022 3:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Anybody ever seen this body style?
Replies: 23
Views: 5178

Re: Anybody ever seen this body style?

I think that Erik Johnson has it right; that the term "Torpedo" was used somewhat broadly to refer to runabouts and touring cars which had a body with a lower profile and lower seating than "regular" body styles.


The Metz Company called my 1914 Model 22 a Torpedo Runabout.


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by BHarper
Sat Feb 12, 2022 12:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Question About Fuel Line Part
Replies: 26
Views: 4266

Re: Question About Fuel Line Part

Hi Miles, In most cases I have used them dry with success. In the past, if I suspected that the felt might need some help to seal properly, I would rub the felt with soap. Now, I reach for my tube of Aviation Fuel-Proof Lube and anoint the felt with a smidge of that. Note of Caution: When applying ...
by BHarper
Fri Feb 11, 2022 9:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Question About Fuel Line Part
Replies: 26
Views: 4266

Re: Question About Fuel Line Part

I have been using the felt seals ever since I got involved with Model Ts in 1967.
The felt does not leak and I have been able to reuse it.
Your milage may vary.
by BHarper
Fri Jan 21, 2022 7:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Throttle rod /valve cover hole
Replies: 34
Views: 5171

Re: Throttle rod /valve cover hole

One day, when I didn't have bigger fish to fry, these two openings spoke to me. A couple of smallish pieces of felt sheet were slit and the two pieces were placed together with the slits at ninety degree angles. I used some light duty mechanics wire (easily formed) to "sew" them together around the...
by BHarper
Fri Nov 12, 2021 10:00 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Miller Head
Replies: 8
Views: 3250

Re: Miller Head

Hi Tom,

The combustion chamber appearance is exciting. I do hope that your testing yields positive results. I am keenly interested in this project.
by BHarper
Fri Oct 15, 2021 12:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Miller head update
Replies: 11
Views: 3689

Re: Miller head update

I am keenly interested in your project and hope that the testing goes well.
by BHarper
Mon Sep 27, 2021 11:49 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Body brackets
Replies: 5
Views: 2145

Re: Body brackets

Hi John,
I have a pair of those brackets which I will never use.
Please email me, if interested, at: billsmodeltshop@gmail.com
Located in New Hampshire.


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by BHarper
Thu Sep 23, 2021 1:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Winterize
Replies: 25
Views: 5206

Re: Winterize

Rich Bingham and Pat McNallen have it right: drive your car during the winter months. Heck, we all need to drive our cars the whole year round in order to get our money's worth out of them. With the proper clothing you are fine, and with proper coolant and proper oil for the cold temperatures your ...
by BHarper
Fri Aug 27, 2021 8:24 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Wish I had Snow in Florida Snowbird T auction
Replies: 9
Views: 3996

Re: Wish I had Snow in Florida Snowbird T auction

Hi Bryan,

Yes, you live in Florida and have no snow, but Florida has beaches with SAND. Just remove the skis and you have a Sandmobile.

Quitcherbitchen and open your wallet. ;)


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by BHarper
Sun Aug 08, 2021 9:01 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: I'm No Stan Howe
Replies: 25
Views: 5542

Re: I'm No Stan Howe

And here is the last of it.
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Two advertisements from the period:


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by BHarper
Sun Aug 08, 2021 8:47 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: I'm No Stan Howe
Replies: 25
Views: 5542

Re: I'm No Stan Howe

Here are the next pages:

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Another batch to be posted. "Watch this space." ;)
by BHarper
Sun Aug 08, 2021 8:39 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: I'm No Stan Howe
Replies: 25
Views: 5542

Re: I'm No Stan Howe

A few pages from an OF pamphlet which, as I understand it, was supplied with a new carburetor. Man 001.jpg Man 002.jpg Man 003.jpg Man 004.jpg Man 005.jpg Golly, it is a real inconvenience to be limited to only five images when, in this instance, there are more pages of the pamphlet to be shared. B...
by BHarper
Tue Jul 27, 2021 10:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Need Help ID Items
Replies: 4
Views: 2155

Re: Need Help ID Items

Your item on the right in your picture IS a brake light switch.

I installed an identical switch on my 1914 Metz.

I installed both of the brake lamp switches in this picture on my Metz, one for each brake pedal.


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by BHarper
Sat Jul 17, 2021 2:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Remember You are Not as Young as You Think...,
Replies: 27
Views: 6626

Re: Remember You are Not as Young as You Think...,

Wow Hank,

I am sorry to read of your harrowing experience, but am relieved that you are better now. Thank you for the Public Service Announcement.

And as wise old Clint advised us;
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by BHarper
Wed Jul 14, 2021 10:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Miller head update
Replies: 54
Views: 12482

Re: Miller head update

Hi Tom,

Wow, that Miller style head is Gorgeous! Bravo!



I would buy one IF it were cast iron. I am not keen for an aluminum head.

Wonderful work and I wish you continued success with this project, Bill
by BHarper
Fri Jul 09, 2021 11:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What kind of fat man steering wheel is this?
Replies: 7
Views: 3120

Re: What kind of fat man steering wheel is this?

Hi Mike,
That is a Bauer steering wheel, yours is missing the name plate, but otherwise looks quite nice.


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by BHarper
Fri Jul 09, 2021 1:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1915-1916 coupelet experience?
Replies: 11
Views: 4022

Re: 1915-1916 coupelet experience?

Hi Richard G. The above responses have offered opinions about availability and value, and I have nothing to add to that. You titled this thread "1915-1916 coupelet experience" and I CAN comment about that subject. Some years ago I had the opportunity to to drive a '15 Coupelet with a good friend an...
by BHarper
Sun May 30, 2021 2:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Model T Ford Forum: Forum 2008: Accessory Carburetors Stan Howe; Robb Wolff & ?? Collections
Replies: 12
Views: 3326

Re: Model T Ford Forum: Forum 2008: Accessory Carburetors Stan Howe; Robb Wolff & ?? Collections

Thank you Jay for the link to Stan's thread. R.I.P. Stan Have any of you a downloaded copy of Stan's Ruckstell page? I neglected to download it, when it was up way back when, and now sorely miss the opportunity to call upon his knowledge in the details of Ruckstell rebuilding. Is that something whi...
by BHarper
Thu May 20, 2021 11:46 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Off topic— USPS Informed Delivery
Replies: 27
Views: 5506

Re: Off topic— USPS Informed Delivery

A picture recently taken, by an undercover reporter, at a large postal processing center where a few packages have allegedly languished for longer than one might expect.




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by BHarper
Thu May 06, 2021 1:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 26 rear end dust cover fitting problems
Replies: 4
Views: 1995

Re: 26 rear end dust cover fitting problems

speedytinc (John Karvaly) wrote:

"Every rear end i rebuild get the axles stretched. (lengthened .100") "

Okay. So, um, how is an axle stretched? Inquiring minds would like to know. I don't own an axle stretcher.