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- Fri Dec 15, 2023 9:36 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Steve Jelf update from Weiser 12-15-23
- Replies: 11
- Views: 1333
Re: Steve Jelf update from Weiser 12-15-23
Thrilled to hear he is improving!
- Thu Nov 30, 2023 6:30 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Look who I found -Steve Jelf
- Replies: 22
- Views: 2521
Re: Look who I found -Steve Jelf
Glad to see you up and doing well Steve. Hope your recovery goes well and fast! Miss seeing your comments!
- Sun Nov 26, 2023 5:36 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Who makes license plates ?
- Replies: 14
- Views: 1339
Re: Who makes license plates ?
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 ...
- Tue Nov 21, 2023 8:41 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Cracked block
- Replies: 22
- Views: 1734
Re: Cracked block
I metal stitched a Willys Jeep block with a 6" crack through the freeze plug in 1973. Still going strong and never leaked.
- Tue Nov 21, 2023 8:33 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Steve Jelf Sunday, 11/19
- Replies: 32
- Views: 3332
Re: Steve Jelf Sunday, 11/19
So happy to hear of his improvements. Look forward to reading his posts again!
- Fri Oct 06, 2023 8:20 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Stewart Model 114-A horn repair
- Replies: 3
- Views: 238
Re: Stewart Model 114-A horn repair
Thanks to both of you for the info, I really appreciate it!
- Fri Oct 06, 2023 2:03 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Stewart Model 114-A horn repair
- Replies: 3
- Views: 238
Stewart Model 114-A horn repair
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...
- Sun Sep 24, 2023 6:00 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: FRIDAY JELF REPORT
- Replies: 19
- Views: 1745
Re: FRIDAY JELF REPORT
Thank you so much for the update and picture. We are all a lot less worried now.
- Mon Jun 26, 2023 3:01 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: rim strips vs rim tape
- Replies: 15
- Views: 1340
Re: rim strips vs rim tape
Thanks fellows for all the good advice. I'll let you know how it went once I decide. Much appreciated.
Mike
Mike
- Tue Jun 20, 2023 3:20 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: rim strips vs rim tape
- Replies: 15
- Views: 1340
rim strips vs rim tape
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...
- Thu Feb 16, 2023 2:34 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Wanted: 1926 license plate
- Replies: 4
- Views: 907
Re: Wanted: 1926 license plate
Contact "Ted the Tag Man" in Salisbury NC. He has everything you could imagine. 704-636-6928
- Wed Feb 08, 2023 7:59 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: 1915 machined hub
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1129
Re: 1915 machined hub
You are correct Steve, Timken bearings! Would you be willing to part with one so I can use my speedometer?
Thank you,
Mike
Thank you,
Mike
- Tue Feb 07, 2023 8:20 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: 1915 machined hub
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1129
Re: 1915 machined hub
Thanks, I will too!
- Tue Feb 07, 2023 6:30 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: 1915 machined hub
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1129
Re: 1915 machined hub
Unsure as I just got the car a week ago. I can pull the wheel and see. Tell me the issue please.
Thanks,
Mike
Thanks,
Mike
- Tue Feb 07, 2023 1:47 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: 1915 machined hub
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1129
1915 machined hub
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
mr@carolina.rr.com
704-418-1177
- Mon Feb 06, 2023 7:50 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Obsolete obsolescence
- Replies: 14
- Views: 1795
Re: Obsolete obsolescence
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.
- Sun Feb 05, 2023 7:53 pm
- Forum: Forum Support Questions
- Topic: Identifying wire wheels
- Replies: 0
- Views: 903
Identifying wire wheels
Can anyone identify the wire wheels pictured below? I can find no identifying marks of any kind. I appreciate your assistance! Thanks, Mike
- Sun Feb 05, 2023 4:44 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Model T vs Model A
- Replies: 32
- Views: 3017
Re: Model T vs Model A
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.
- Wed Dec 08, 2021 7:37 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: If you have driven in parades...
- Replies: 24
- Views: 3847
Re: If you have driven in parades...
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.
- Tue Aug 10, 2021 10:43 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: T in front of the serial number
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1771
Re: T in front of the serial number
Thanks all, I appreciate the assistance!
- Mon Aug 09, 2021 8:31 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: T in front of the serial number
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1771
Re: T in front of the serial number
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.
- Mon Aug 09, 2021 5:01 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: T in front of the serial number
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1771
T in front of the serial number
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?
- Mon Dec 21, 2020 10:56 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Anyone had a Spring break at the centre bolt?
- Replies: 13
- Views: 2616
Re: Anyone had a Spring break at the centre bolt?
When I rebuilt my springs both front and rear had one spring each broken at the center bolt. Welded them up good as new.
- Thu May 14, 2020 11:59 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: 1916 brass radiator, what other years will it fit?
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1294
1916 brass radiator, what other years will it fit?
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
Thank you,
Mike Royster
- Thu Feb 20, 2020 8:26 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Old photo- Model T truck
- Replies: 5
- Views: 2640
Re: Old photo- Model T truck
1916 I do believe.
- Wed Feb 19, 2020 10:33 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: To coat or not to coat?
- Replies: 19
- Views: 6993
Re: To coat or not to coat?
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!
- Wed Feb 05, 2020 4:51 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: wood spokes
- Replies: 9
- Views: 4104
Re: wood spokes
If you don't have the time/energy to do your own, Noah Stutzman does superior work.
- Sat Jan 18, 2020 10:55 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: ...Bad Ford-BAD FORD!!!!!
- Replies: 16
- Views: 6649
Re: ...Bad Ford-BAD FORD!!!!!
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. ...
- Sat Jan 18, 2020 10:41 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Is my model T seized up?
- Replies: 48
- Views: 13756
Re: Is my model T seized up?
Nice car, welcome to the T world.
- Fri Jan 17, 2020 4:59 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Rob has a cover car
- Replies: 15
- Views: 6522
Re: Rob has a cover car
Just read the article and Rob did a great job, as usual. The pictures make the car come off the page. What a beauty!
- Sat Sep 28, 2019 9:56 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Hard starting: sometimes the answer is simple
- Replies: 8
- Views: 4307
Re: Hard starting: sometimes the answer is simple
Had an old mechanic tell me one day "99% of all carburetor problems were electrical." I have found it often to be so!
- Fri Sep 27, 2019 9:41 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Stevens axle reamer
- Replies: 14
- Views: 5303
Re: Stevens axle reamer
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...
- Fri Sep 27, 2019 1:49 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Stevens axle reamer
- Replies: 14
- Views: 5303
Stevens axle reamer
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
Thanks,
Mike
- Mon Jul 15, 2019 12:59 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: New Leaf Springs Question
- Replies: 6
- Views: 3214
Re: New Leaf Springs Question
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
Anybody got a 16 spring they don't need? Or know where I can get one?
Thanks,
Mike
- Sun Jul 14, 2019 5:33 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: New Leaf Springs Question
- Replies: 6
- Views: 3214
Re: New Leaf Springs Question
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
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
- Sun Jun 16, 2019 11:08 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Battery Lifting / Removal Methods
- Replies: 36
- Views: 11799
Re: Battery Lifting / Removal Methods
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.
- Tue Jun 04, 2019 9:17 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: So tell me why I should buy a model T?
- Replies: 61
- Views: 18233
Re: So tell me why I should buy a model T?
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...
- Thu Apr 11, 2019 9:02 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: IT LIVES...
- Replies: 24
- Views: 8996
Re: IT LIVES...
I like everything about it. Good color scheme, nice lines. I'd be proud to own it. Well done!
- Thu Apr 11, 2019 8:02 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Last Doolittle Raider
- Replies: 24
- Views: 9156
Re: Last Doolittle Raider
It made my local paper in Shelby NC!!
- Sun Feb 17, 2019 10:35 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: free starts
- Replies: 20
- Views: 7376
Re: free starts
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!
- Sun Feb 10, 2019 3:11 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: What have you done on/with/to your T in febuary?
- Replies: 73
- Views: 23388
Re: What have you done on/with/to your T in febuary?
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...
- Thu Jan 31, 2019 7:13 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Whats the Name of your T?
- Replies: 69
- Views: 20389
Re: Whats the Name of your T?
Mary Lou, after my mother's mother. Beautiful, dependable and a pleasure to be around.