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Mike Royster · Re: Steve Jelf update from Weiser 12-15-23 Thrilled to hear he is improving!

Thrilled to hear he is improving!

Mike Royster

Glad to see you up and doing well Steve. Hope your recovery goes well and fast! Miss seeing your comments!

Mike Royster

If you want an original tag for whatever year and state there is a gentleman in Salisbury NC that has thousands of car, truck and motorcycle tags. I bought one for every antique car I had from him. Ted the Tag Man (704)636-6928. My 15 and 16 porcelain tags are beautiful. I don't know if he ships, I ...

Mike Royster

I metal stitched a Willys Jeep block with a 6" crack through the freeze plug in 1973. Still going strong and never leaked.

Mike Royster

So happy to hear of his improvements. Look forward to reading his posts again!

Mike Royster

Thanks to both of you for the info, I really appreciate it!

Mike Royster

Has anyone here repaired one of these plunger type horns? It works on occasion, the plunger will go down 3/8 of an inch and stop. If you move it around a bit it might work a few times then stick again. I have taken the horn shell off and lubricated the gears but to no success. Anyone familiar with t...

Mike Royster

Thank you so much for the update and picture. We are all a lot less worried now.

Mike Royster

Thanks fellows for all the good advice. I'll let you know how it went once I decide. Much appreciated.
Mike

Mike Royster

I have McLaren wire wheels on my 1915 Runabout and need to change the tires out. The tires are standard 30" x 3-1/2" and the wheel diameter is 24". I can't find any rim strips that diameter and was wondering if any of you with wire wheels have used rim tape with any success or know of a supplier wit...

Mike Royster

Contact "Ted the Tag Man" in Salisbury NC. He has everything you could imagine. 704-636-6928

Mike Royster

You are correct Steve, Timken bearings! Would you be willing to part with one so I can use my speedometer?
Thank you,
Mike

Mike Royster

Thanks, I will too!

Mike Royster

Unsure as I just got the car a week ago. I can pull the wheel and see. Tell me the issue please.

Thanks,
Mike

Mike Royster

I am looking to buy a machined hub for my 15 T so that I use the speedometer that came on the car, and the car has unknown wire wheels. Attached are the pictures of the hub I need. Thanks much!

Mike Royster
mr@carolina.rr.com
704-418-1177

Mike Royster

I've been running Kevlar since 2007 on my 16 Runabout with no issues. If you drive and stop "normal" they are fine. If you drive and stop "hard" it could result with some issues. I like mine.

Mike Royster

Can anyone identify the wire wheels pictured below? I can find no identifying marks of any kind. I appreciate your assistance! Thanks, Mike

Mike Royster

I have a 16 Runabout and a 30 pickup. I enjoy them both for different reasons, but the T was my first "old car" and I drive it most every weekend. If I had to choose I'd sell the A, cause I truly love my T. There's just something about these early cars that's in my blood.

Mike Royster

I have the Brassworks radiator on my 1915 Runabout and had no problems ever, including a 40 mile trip on a 105 degree day with lots of stopping. It ended my cooling problems.

Mike Royster

Thanks all, I appreciate the assistance!

Mike Royster

Yes it is pre 16 and brass radiator, serial number T 281982, which puts it at May of 1913. I suspect it is a replacement block as well.

Mike Royster

I have heard of the B stamped blocks in certain years but came across a block stamped T in front of the 6 digit serial number today. Does the T designate anything in particular?

Mike Royster

When I rebuilt my springs both front and rear had one spring each broken at the center bolt. Welded them up good as new.

Mike Royster

I have 2 spare old brass radiators (both leak) that came with my 1916 Runabout and a fellow wants them, but what other years will it fit? I think 1915 but unsure before that. Could not find it on the MTFCA facts page.

Thank you,
Mike Royster

Mike Royster

1916 I do believe.

Mike Royster

I've used Kwik Poly for years on car gas tanks and hit and miss engine tanks with great results. I get my tank clean first then dry it, and once your pour the 2 part epoxy in you have to start spinning it immediately as it sets up in minutes. It's great stuff!

Mike Royster

If you don't have the time/energy to do your own, Noah Stutzman does superior work.

Mike Royster

If you decide to do it yourself I can tell you I have had great success with gas tanks from cars and hit-and-miss engines by doing the following. 1. Wash the gas tank out thoroughly. 2. Fill the tanks with distilled white vinegar and let it sit. Over a period of days all the rust will be cut loose. ...

Mike Royster

Nice car, welcome to the T world.

Mike Royster

Just read the article and Rob did a great job, as usual. The pictures make the car come off the page. What a beauty!

Mike Royster

Had an old mechanic tell me one day "99% of all carburetor problems were electrical." I have found it often to be so!

Mike Royster

I sincerely appreciate all the replies. Not only are the spindle bolts and bushings shot, but the holes in the axle yokes are actually elongated and therefore need to be reamed and bushed as well. I would not feel comfortable with new spindle bushings and bolts without addressing the worn out axle y...

Mike Royster

Does the Model T Ford Museum loan tools to members? The front end of my 1916 Runabout is worn out and I need a Stevens axle reamer to complete the job. Don't really want to spend $800.00 for the one on Ebay for a one time job. Any help or suggestions is appreciated.
Thanks,
Mike

Mike Royster

George, good catch. I did not even notice his was a 27!

Anybody got a 16 spring they don't need? Or know where I can get one?

Thanks,
Mike

Mike Royster

Raymond:

If you end up buying new springs I would like one of your rear leaf springs, just one. I am rebuilding the rear end on my 1916 Runabout and found the 3rd spring from the bottom is broken through the center bolt. I'd be happy to purchase one.

Thanks,
Mike

Mike Royster

When installing the battery I make a make 2 intersecting loops (one from each direction) out of 3/8" nylon rope. Easy to lift in and out.

Mike Royster

Well, if you get a T you better be a friendly type person. Everybody waves, they hang out their windows to take pictures, the Google Earth guy stopped me and of course I gave him a ride. I have a 1916 Runabout and have enjoyed every minute in it. It is extremely reliable and so much fun to drive. As...

Mike Royster

I like everything about it. Good color scheme, nice lines. I'd be proud to own it. Well done!

Mike Royster

It made my local paper in Shelby NC!!

Mike Royster

I found Russ's comment true for my 16 as well. Free starts were common to me until I did a valve and ring job on the engine. Never since!

Mike Royster

John: Steve is right about cleaning your tank. If it's easy to take off the car that's great, but if not you can wash it out with water and a pressure nozzle on your hose. Then put a plug in it and pour in ten gallons of distilled white vinegar and let it sit for a week. Check on it from time to tim...

Mike Royster

Mary Lou, after my mother's mother. Beautiful, dependable and a pleasure to be around.

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