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- Thu Jul 30, 2020 10:57 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Early T question
- Replies: 12
- Views: 1843
Early T question
For those who own or are familiar with a 1909/10 Touring, was the rear floorboard covered with a fitted, snap-in carpet? I don't think the early cars used the cocoa mat but I could be wrong. I've seen a couple touring cars on-line with the short pile, fitted carpet and Gail Rodda has one in his 1909...
- Tue Jul 21, 2020 4:10 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: WTB Brass floor trim
- Replies: 1
- Views: 440
WTB Brass floor trim
I need a decent used brass floorboard trim for my 1910 T. I have the emergency brake trim and I even have the upper floorboard trim so I only need the lower board brass trim but I'll buy the set if someone has an extra.
- Fri Jun 12, 2020 3:52 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: FS E&J 466 Brass Lamp set
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1269
Re: FS E&J 466 Brass Lamp set
SOLD! Thanks MTFCA!
- Thu May 28, 2020 12:10 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: 1910 T
- Replies: 9
- Views: 1909
Re: 1910 T
BTW, can anyone tell me how to upload photos so people can click on them and zoom in??? Every time I post pics, they cannot be clicked on.
- Thu May 28, 2020 12:08 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: 1910 T
- Replies: 9
- Views: 1909
Re: 1910 T
Here are some body pics from Ray and some from Ernie.
- Thu May 28, 2020 7:30 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: 1910 T
- Replies: 9
- Views: 1909
Re: 1910 T
Jerry, I did have the original body, but there was significant rot at both rear corners as well as both wooden side rails. I tried to mend it, but in the end I decided the damage was too far gone and at critical points (directly beneath the rear seat - not good for passengers) so I took the body par...
- Wed May 27, 2020 12:38 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: 1910 T
- Replies: 9
- Views: 1909
1910 T
Well, I'm finished with what I can do here at home on my project; now I await delivery of my repaired touring body by Ray Wells with a brand new leather interior by Ernie Romano. I sure can't wait to start the assembly!
- Wed May 27, 2020 12:21 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: FS E&J 466 Brass Lamp set
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1269
Re: FS E&J 466 Brass Lamp set
Still available - $900 includes shipping.
- Tue May 05, 2020 6:53 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Good Idea's Needed!
- Replies: 20
- Views: 2056
Re: Good Idea's Needed!
Norman, I think that is a brilliant idea! I think I'll be building a pair of specialty horses soon.
- Tue May 05, 2020 8:24 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Good Idea's Needed!
- Replies: 20
- Views: 2056
Re: Good Idea's Needed!
Thanks for all the input fella's - much appreciated! I'll keep you posted with photos once I get the body back but it sounds like the consensus is beer, although I think I'll serve that up AFTER the body is safely in place!
- Mon May 04, 2020 8:10 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Good Idea's Needed!
- Replies: 20
- Views: 2056
Re: Good Idea's Needed!
Bob, can you please explain how you used the X strap? Where did you attach the straps to the body? Thanks!
- Mon May 04, 2020 5:40 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Good Idea's Needed!
- Replies: 20
- Views: 2056
Good Idea's Needed!
I'm almost ready to mount my 1910 Touring body onto the chassis and need some suggestions as to the best method to accomplish this. The body is still out west with Ray Wells, and until the stay-at-home order there is lifted he cannot ship it back, but I'd like to have an idea as to how to mount it o...
- Thu Apr 30, 2020 6:43 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Tool Help Please!
- Replies: 3
- Views: 816
Re: Tool Help Please!
Jerry, thanks for the heads up on the tool share! I see there is a reamer for the kingpin but not the facing tool; I'll still contact Steve though.
- Thu Apr 30, 2020 4:31 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Tool Help Please!
- Replies: 3
- Views: 816
Tool Help Please!
As you all know, my son recently joined the T addiction club with the purchase of his first T - a 1926 Tudor. He's decided to just run with the distributor that was put on and he's got it running pretty good, but now he's working on the front axle and putting new kingpins in. I must have borrowed th...
- Mon Apr 20, 2020 7:52 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Bolt size question
- Replies: 2
- Views: 588
Bolt size question
What size bolt is used to hold the hogshead onto the engine pan? I think it's a 3/8-24 but not sure how long they are supposed to be - thanks!
- Tue Apr 14, 2020 12:07 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: New T Help Needed
- Replies: 17
- Views: 2271
Re: New T Help Needed
Once again I am grateful for all the suggestions and comments; you all are a trove of experience that many appreciate - thank you! Jerry Van, the car came from St. Claire from an elderly gent named Bill Walters; he claimed that Bill Barth did the mag replacement but his son really didn't think so. T...
- Tue Apr 14, 2020 11:55 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: FS E&J 466 Brass Lamp set
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1269
Re: FS E&J 466 Brass Lamp set
Still for sale, now $1,100.00 shipped or best reasonable offer.
- Mon Apr 13, 2020 6:17 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: New T Help Needed
- Replies: 17
- Views: 2271
Re: New T Help Needed
Great advice everyone, thanks! Yes, he has the original mag coil but it's in pieces and will need a lot of work. The car does run ok, but it lacks a lot of power especially when going from low to high gear. He went through the clutch linkage and adjusted the clutch but it only helped a little. Top s...
- Mon Apr 13, 2020 4:00 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: New T Help Needed
- Replies: 17
- Views: 2271
New T Help Needed
First, allow me to say how proud I am that my eldest son has caught the bug and has bought his first T! He's 20 and saved up the money to purchase this original finish, original interior 1926 Tudor form an elderly gent here in Michigan. Unfortunately, the old fellow had someone remove the mag coil a...
- Wed Apr 08, 2020 7:41 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Bending Brass channel
- Replies: 3
- Views: 876
Re: Bending Brass channel
Sorry, those photos should be in the opposite order but you get the drift! BTW, how do you attach a photo and make it so others can click on and enlarge them?
- Wed Apr 08, 2020 7:39 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Bending Brass channel
- Replies: 3
- Views: 876
Bending Brass channel
So thanks to my new friend Henry Lee, I was encouraged to try my hand at annealing the brass windshield channel that goes to my 1910 Touring. The channel set from the vendor was bent at too wide a radius to fit my brass frame so I needed to anneal the corners and tighten the radius. I had a corner p...
- Wed Apr 08, 2020 4:12 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: FS E&J 466 Brass Lamp set
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1269
FS E&J 466 Brass Lamp set
I have a nice set of E&J model 466 lamp set for the 1909/10 Model T. It includes two really nice headlamps and a pair of o.k. side lamps that need some work. The headlamps are in perfect condition without any dents or cracks that I can see but they will need a good polishing. They are complete with ...
- Wed Apr 08, 2020 11:22 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Early Brass Headlamps
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1019
Re: Early Brass Headlamps
Thank you for all the helpful information!
- Tue Apr 07, 2020 11:41 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Early Brass Headlamps
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1019
Early Brass Headlamps
Does anyone know how the glass reflectors were attached to the 1910 style E&J model 466 headlamp? I think the early Browns had three lead tabs that threaded into the body inside but I'm not familiar with how E&J did it.
- Mon Sep 30, 2019 7:29 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Top Iron fastener placement
- Replies: 2
- Views: 780
Top Iron fastener placement
Can someone please tell me if all the top irons on a 1910 Touring had the brass side curtain fasteners? And where exactly were they located? I'm assuming every iron had one but I'd like to be certain. Thanks!
- Thu Sep 19, 2019 4:00 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: WTB: 1910 Rootlieb front fenders
- Replies: 1
- Views: 615
WTB: 1910 Rootlieb front fenders
I'm looking for a pair of unused or gently used Rootlieb front fenders for my 1910 T with no metal work required.
- Sun Sep 08, 2019 7:26 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Lost my Mom today
- Replies: 16
- Views: 3142
Re: Lost my Mom today
So sorry for your loss, Bob; I know it's been a difficult time for you and your wife but your mom is finally at peace and you did your absolute best to make her life more comfortable while she was with you. Still, she was your mom and the pain is deep; I know.
- Mon Sep 02, 2019 9:22 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Reproduction 11-14 headlight forks for sale
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1256
Re: Reproduction 11-14 headlight forks for sale
Dave, PM sent!
- Sat Aug 31, 2019 9:41 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Brass Radiator Question
- Replies: 9
- Views: 1710
Re: Brass Radiator Question
My apologies; my misunderstanding. I assumed that the bolt was from your 1910. Thanks for clearing that up!
- Fri Aug 30, 2019 5:34 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Brass Radiator Question
- Replies: 9
- Views: 1710
Re: Brass Radiator Question
I just heard from Kim Dobbins, and his original 1910 Touring, which I believe is a May build, has the original high headed bolt that was brass plated. He sent me pictures and I looks exactly like the one Gail Rodda has in his book for his 1909. So apparently that style radiator support went into the...
- Fri Aug 30, 2019 10:45 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Early parts
- Replies: 1
- Views: 813
Re: Early parts
Darel, PM sent about the gas tank.
- Fri Aug 30, 2019 7:19 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Brass Radiator Question
- Replies: 9
- Views: 1710
Re: Brass Radiator Question
Dan, it looks like on page 42 they sell a 3/8"x16 castellated nut, so this may just work! I'd have to have a hole drilled in the end and brass plate them but it may the route to take.
- Thu Aug 29, 2019 9:01 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Hand brake question
- Replies: 2
- Views: 618
Re: Hand brake question
Thanks, Dan!
- Thu Aug 29, 2019 8:13 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Hand brake question
- Replies: 2
- Views: 618
Hand brake question
Does anyone know where I can purchase the correct size woodruff key that holds the emergency brake lever onto the assembly shaft?
- Thu Aug 29, 2019 6:45 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Brass Radiator Question
- Replies: 9
- Views: 1710
Brass Radiator Question
I was wondering where I could find the correct radiator mounting bolt and nut for an early T. According to sources, the 1909/10 T's had a single heavy head, brass plated mounting bolt that passed from the radiator mounting hole all the way through the frame and fender iron, using a brass castle nut ...
- Fri Aug 23, 2019 9:59 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: FS: 1909/10 Running board bracket
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1069
Re: FS: 1909/10 Running board bracket
The bracket has sold, thanks!
- Fri Aug 23, 2019 7:21 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Wanted: fuel shut off valve
- Replies: 11
- Views: 2035
Re: Wanted: fuel shut off valve
Thanks for all the help, fella's; I really do appreciate it!
- Thu Aug 22, 2019 8:24 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Coil Box question
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1208
Coil Box question
Can an original JB wooden coil box be converted to accept later style coils?
- Wed Aug 21, 2019 3:16 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Wanted: fuel shut off valve
- Replies: 11
- Views: 2035
Re: Wanted: fuel shut off valve
There is a small, flat washer directly under the threaded screw on the top of the handle. Thanks, Scott, for the input; I'll see what I can do. The main issue with the one I currently have is the main body is misshapen, and the tapered handle sits way too loosely in it.
- Wed Aug 21, 2019 10:53 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: FS: 1909/10 Running board bracket
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1069
Re: FS: 1909/10 Running board bracket
Yes, I found a nice set so this one is an extra. Too bad I couldn't have found three others as nice as this one, though! Daniel, I never received your PM or email; try it again, please.
- Wed Aug 21, 2019 9:25 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: FS: 1909/10 Running board bracket
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1069
FS: 1909/10 Running board bracket
This is a really nice original 1909/10 style running board bracket with no pitting. It's in fantastic shape and came from a well-known early T enthusiast in our hobby. $120 plus shipping. Thanks!
- Wed Aug 21, 2019 6:46 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Wanted: fuel shut off valve
- Replies: 11
- Views: 2035
Re: Wanted: fuel shut off valve
Does anyone at least know the thread size at each end of the valve?
- Tue Aug 20, 2019 4:55 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Wanted: fuel shut off valve
- Replies: 11
- Views: 2035
Wanted: fuel shut off valve
I'm in dire need of a fuel shut off valve for my 1910 T! The one I currently have is pretty chewed up inside as well as outside and leaks like a sieve. If you have a spare lying around, please contact me. The parts supplier has them on indefinite backorder and has no idea when they'll be able to get...
- Tue Aug 20, 2019 8:58 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: 1909 top bow measurements
- Replies: 9
- Views: 1726
Re: 1909 top bow measurements
Bob, what's the body/engine number on your 1909?
- Sun Aug 18, 2019 12:24 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Early Brake Lever question
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1167
Re: Early Brake Lever question
Larry, thanks for the advice; I was using just a MAPP hand held torch but it still didn't budge. My son is going to take it to his shop this week and see if he can get it off. I'd be really interested in hearing more about your project, especially since they were produced the same day! Please send m...
- Sun Aug 18, 2019 7:49 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Early Brake Lever question
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1167
Early Brake Lever question
I have an early style brake lever on my 1910 T; it has a pin holding it in place as well as a key. I am trying to remove the brake lever from the assembly in order to have it brass plated but I cannot seem to get it off. I've fully removed the pin and drilled it out, I've heated it up and tried usin...
- Tue Aug 06, 2019 6:57 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: I need help from the early T owners!
- Replies: 10
- Views: 2231
Re: I need help from the early T owners!
Thanks for all the help and input; as always, it's much appreciated! And thanks to Steve for parting with some of your stash!
- Sat Aug 03, 2019 8:36 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: I need help from the early T owners!
- Replies: 10
- Views: 2231
Re: I need help from the early T owners!
Steve, I do believe those are them! I counted the holes in my buggy rail and I'll need ten total. Is there a nut that holds it in place, since my holes go all the way through the rail?
- Sat Aug 03, 2019 7:41 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: I need help from the early T owners!
- Replies: 10
- Views: 2231
I need help from the early T owners!
I'm in the process of putting my 1910 Touring back together and I'm wondering where to find the small studs that attach to the buggy rail. There are several small holes in my rail that these studs go into in order to attach the top to instead of Murphy fasteners. I'm not exactly sure what the correc...
- Sun Jul 28, 2019 3:42 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: WTB 1910 Fuel Tank
- Replies: 0
- Views: 529
WTB 1910 Fuel Tank
I am looking for a round fuel tank with correct sediment bulb for my 1910 T. I currently have a newer tank with the soldered on sediment bulb for 1911/12 that has been freshly cleaned and sealed that I'd be willing to trade. Original or reproduction is fine, as long it isn't needing major repairs an...
- Sun Jul 28, 2019 2:15 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: FS 1910 Running boards
- Replies: 0
- Views: 530
FS 1910 Running boards
I have a set of early reproduction 1910 running boards in really nice shape. There is some minor pitting and an extra hole or two but otherwise they are in really good shape. $100 includes shipping to the lower 48 states only.
- Sun Jul 28, 2019 1:57 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Fuel line sealer
- Replies: 15
- Views: 2750
Re: Fuel line sealer
Here are some more photos of my sediment bulb. It doesn't appear to be like any bulb Ford supplied on the 1909/10 Model T's; in fact, I don't see anything like it in any of the supplier catalogs! The tank looks pretty new, but the threaded filler opening, as well as the sediment bulb, have been sold...
- Sat Jul 27, 2019 7:57 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Fuel line sealer
- Replies: 15
- Views: 2750
Re: Fuel line sealer
Thanks for the advice - I do appreciate it! The bulb is original to my February, 1910 T and indeed looks pretty rough.
- Sat Jul 27, 2019 6:52 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Fuel line sealer
- Replies: 15
- Views: 2750
Fuel line sealer
Is there a certain sealer that should be used to prevent gas drippings when mating brass fittings to sediment bulbs? I'm sure any kind of plumbers tape would simply dissolve.
- Sat Jul 27, 2019 3:49 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Cast Aluminum Hogshead marks
- Replies: 0
- Views: 552
Cast Aluminum Hogshead marks
I was wondering if anyone could tell me what the two different stamp marks stood for on my 1910 hogshead? The one sure appears to be P.P., and the other is clearly an H. Any ideas???
- Sat Jul 20, 2019 12:53 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Feeler: Model 666 lights
- Replies: 8
- Views: 1862
Re: Feeler: Model 666 lights
Eric, you don't happen to have a pair of 466 lamps or parts laying around do you?
- Sat Jul 20, 2019 12:33 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Engine install question
- Replies: 1
- Views: 693
Engine install question
It's a little late for asking this question but better late than never; is there supposed to be a pad of some kind between the engine pan arm on the engine and the frame? It seems like there was an old leather one on my 1914 T, but I don't recall seeing one on my '10 when I pulled the motor two year...
- Fri Jul 19, 2019 7:30 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Progress on my 1910 T
- Replies: 9
- Views: 2106
Re: Progress on my 1910 T
Wayne, so you're saying I no longer have to resize my photos??? That's wonderful! It was always quite a process if I wanted to post a photo, opening the picture up in paint and then resizing three times before finally saving it. I'll try the new way soon, and thanks for the tip!
- Fri Jul 19, 2019 5:20 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: What have you done to your Model T in July?
- Replies: 113
- Views: 17592
Re: What have you done to your Model T in July?
Finally got a rolling chassis on my 1910 project! After two years of replacing parts and rebuilding others, I'm starting to make some progress; my goal is to have her ready for the OCF next year.
- Fri Jul 19, 2019 4:40 pm
- Forum: Forum Support Questions
- Topic: Log in issues
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2390
Re: Log in issues
Ok, I'm about to show my stupidity to all; I finally figured out why I was unable to log in yesterday; my laptop saved a VERY old and outdated username for this forum instead of the one I registered with when the new forum opened. So every time I tried logging in, it was correctly telling me that I ...
- Fri Jul 19, 2019 4:34 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Progress on my 1910 T
- Replies: 9
- Views: 2106
Re: Progress on my 1910 T
Sorry for the delay, but I was having all kinds of issues yesterday and today with my username not working as it should. Darel, my build date is 2/4/10. And I don't know why the photos are not showing now; they did yesterday do I'll try loading them again. BTW, can anyone explain how to make your at...
- Wed Jul 17, 2019 10:50 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Progress on my 1910 T
- Replies: 9
- Views: 2106
Progress on my 1910 T
Well after two years of searching for correct parts to replace incorrect parts and getting things blasted, painted and rebuilt I'm finally in the beginning stages of re-assembly! These are just a few photos of the chassis, but I will keep you all posted as I continue to make progress. It's been a lo...
- Wed Jul 17, 2019 10:03 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Starting crank arm question
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1468
Re: Starting crank arm question
Alright, now that I've finally located the hole is there a trick to getting that spring on??? It's brand new so it's pretty stiff.
- Tue Jul 16, 2019 5:32 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Starting crank arm question
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1468
Re: Starting crank arm question
Thanks, Bob, that's kinda what I thought but couldn't remember exactly where the hole was; your photos and measurements helped tremendously!
- Tue Jul 16, 2019 5:09 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Starting crank arm question
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1468
Starting crank arm question
Is there supposed to be a small hole near the end of the starting crank arm for the spring to attach to? I can't seem to find one on mine, but it's been recently painted and I don't know if the hole was filled in with paint.
- Tue Jul 09, 2019 8:28 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Driveshaft advice
- Replies: 2
- Views: 771
Driveshaft advice
I just finished rebuilding my driveshaft and rear axle on my 1910 and test fit the entire assembly. I installed everything in both the axle housings and the driveshaft and bolted all together including the rear radius arms. I wanted to be sure there were no snags before applying grease and gasket se...
- Sun Jul 07, 2019 9:35 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Truss Rod Question
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1373
Re: Truss Rod Question
Thanks, Hap, that certainly clears things up! Since my car was made 2-4-10 I'm certain it would have had the new design bent rear truss rod. I always appreciate those who are willing to help a fellow T guy out - thanks again!
- Sun Jul 07, 2019 7:34 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Truss Rod Question
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1373
Truss Rod Question
Were both truss rods straight on the 1910 Model T like they were on the '09 T's?
- Thu Jun 13, 2019 8:33 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: WTB U Joint
- Replies: 2
- Views: 785
Re: WTB U Joint
Steve, I'll take it, thanks! I sent you a PM.
- Thu Jun 13, 2019 7:21 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: WTB U Joint
- Replies: 2
- Views: 785
WTB U Joint
I'm in need of a decent u-joint for my 1910 T. Anyone have a nice tight spare?
- Wed Jun 05, 2019 10:11 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Wheel Spindle help!
- Replies: 13
- Views: 2678
Re: Wheel Spindle help!
Thank you all for the great ideas; I really do appreciate it! I'll keep you posted.
- Tue Jun 04, 2019 2:49 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Wheel Spindle help!
- Replies: 13
- Views: 2678
Re: Wheel Spindle help!
Thanks for the two suggestions! Les, do you know what size threads the spindles have? I see the Universal thread chaser is listed for use with 5/32" to 1/2" threads. Terry and Dave; is there a particular size in the thread file or are they basically universal?
- Tue Jun 04, 2019 1:17 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Wheel Spindle help!
- Replies: 13
- Views: 2678
Wheel Spindle help!
Once more, I've hit a snag in my restoration attempt on my 1910 T and I need some help. I'm in the process of mounting new tires on my new Stutzman wheels and I'm test fitting the new outer threaded Timken bearings (yes Timken, not ball bearings) on the spindles and the passenger side goes on fine b...
- Thu May 30, 2019 8:31 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Driveshaft bushing question
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1066
Driveshaft bushing question
I have a bit of a problem. While rebuilding my rear axle and two piece driveshaft, I installed a new bushing and now the driveshaft won't fit through. The driveshaft is brand new and the bushing fit over it when I first took it out of the package, but the I.D. of the bushing compressed slightly when...
- Thu May 30, 2019 8:43 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: For Sale: running board brackets
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1202
Re: For Sale: running board brackets
Sold! Thank you!
- Wed May 29, 2019 4:52 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: For Sale: running board brackets
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1202
Re: For Sale: running board brackets
Email sent, Gene!
- Sun May 26, 2019 5:20 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: For Sale: running board brackets
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1202
- Fri May 24, 2019 10:42 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: For Sale - 26-27 Rebuilt Spindles and Steering arms
- Replies: 3
- Views: 928
Re: For Sale - 26-27 Rebuilt Spindles and Steering arms
John, I know a fellow T guy who wants your spindles but he isn't registered. He asked me to contact you with a PM and to let you know he will take them!
- Sat May 18, 2019 7:36 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: For Sale: 1909-12 Aluminum Hood
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1299
- Sat May 11, 2019 9:59 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: For Sale: 1909-12 Aluminum Hood
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1299
Re: For Sale: 1909-12 Aluminum Hood
Scott, PM sent; thanks!
- Fri May 10, 2019 12:07 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: For Sale: 1909-12 Aluminum Hood
- Replies: 4
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For Sale: 1909-12 Aluminum Hood
I have an early reproduction aluminum hood for a 1909-12 Model T Touring. It is in great shape with no dents or damage, other than some lose of paint. The white striping on the one side is a grease pencil tracing and is easily washed off. $160 plus shipping.
- Fri May 10, 2019 12:01 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: For Sale: running board brackets
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1202
For Sale: running board brackets
I have a set of running board brackets for sale. These
are in really good shape, but do show some pitting. $50 plus shipping.- Thu May 02, 2019 9:24 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Re-bending brass windshield channel
- Replies: 11
- Views: 2590
Re: Re-bending brass windshield channel
I know this may sound like a stupid question, but how do you go about annealing the brass? Can I use a small propane or mapp torch and how long do I hold the flame to the brass? All great ideas - thanks!
- Wed May 01, 2019 6:17 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Re-bending brass windshield channel
- Replies: 11
- Views: 2590
Re: Re-bending brass windshield channel
Thanks, Richard, that's a good idea. How thick should the masonite be? Also, here is a picture of what the difference looks like. I'll email you for the information you have on the frames, thanks!
- Wed May 01, 2019 5:12 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Re-bending brass windshield channel
- Replies: 11
- Views: 2590
Re-bending brass windshield channel
I bought the brass windshield channel kit for my 1910 T, but the corner bends that are on the channels are too wide. I have a small piece of the original channel corner and it is a tighter curve. How do you go about adjusting the bend in the curve so it's tighter? Anyone with experience on the subje...
- Tue Apr 16, 2019 6:41 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Calcium Carbide
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2007
Re: Calcium Carbide
Bob, I have a nearly full can you can have for free!!! Just pay the shipping costs.
- Sun Mar 31, 2019 2:26 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Engine paint or sealant
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1315
Re: Engine paint or sealant
Thanks, fellas, I do appreciate the input! I will indeed look into that cast iron paint from Langs; I really do like that look on an engine. And Steve, I fully agree about the shiny paint on a T engine; looks out of place in my opinion - satin or flat is much more appropriate.
- Sun Mar 31, 2019 1:00 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Engine paint or sealant
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1315
Engine paint or sealant
I've stripped all the old paint off my open valve engine and have it down to the metal. It has an aged metal look now, which I kind of like, but I'm undecided if I should prime and paint it or leave it unpainted. If I decide to paint, what paint should I use that will adhere to the engine; but if I ...
- Thu Mar 28, 2019 5:45 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: What have you done with your T in March?
- Replies: 81
- Views: 13827
Re: What have you done with your T in March?
Finally got my original 1910 hood back from the painters - I think it turned out pretty darn nice!
- Thu Mar 28, 2019 8:49 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Mystery Cylinder Head Numbers
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1776
Re: Mystery Cylinder Head Numbers
Keith, there are no other numbers stamped on the head anywhere. Mark, I assume you're thinking that small number is actually 74,042, meaning the head came off of an Oct. or later 1911; but I didn't think Ford stamped both the cylinder head and the block with the same number. And why stamp it upside ...
- Wed Mar 27, 2019 7:22 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Mystery Cylinder Head Numbers
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1776
Mystery Cylinder Head Numbers
I decided to remove the old, rattle can paint from my open valve motor and found some curious numbers stamped on the drivers side of the cylinder head. I know the head looks like it has a pink hue, but the sun was coming indirectly into my pole barn and gave it an unnatural color. The indirect light...
- Sun Mar 24, 2019 7:25 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: 1ST of 3 to come home, check it out
- Replies: 35
- Views: 6116
Re: 1ST of 3 to come home, check it out
Nice looking cars! But I'm curious about the 1912; in the photo of the engine, the engine pan bolts all appear to be upside down, with the castle nuts on the bottom. Did Ford sometimes install them like this? It sure appears to be an original, untouched engine but maybe not.
- Wed Mar 20, 2019 5:06 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: WTB Early water inlet
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1137
Re: WTB Early water inlet
Those were repops, and I would prefer original if I can find one.
- Wed Mar 20, 2019 10:01 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Zero Ring and Pinion clearance - HELP!
- Replies: 29
- Views: 5035
Re: Zero Ring and Pinion clearance - HELP!
Scott, when doing this test do I leave a roller bearing inside the left housing?
- Wed Mar 20, 2019 8:55 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: WTB Early water inlet
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1137
WTB Early water inlet
I'm still in need of an early style water inlet for my 1910 T. The early ones were a bit different than the later styles, mainly differing in the bolt hole area; the holes had a raised lip around them. If anyone has one or knows of someone with one, please let me know. Thanks! F000EE16-46B6-4CC5-852...
- Tue Mar 19, 2019 7:57 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Zero Ring and Pinion clearance - HELP!
- Replies: 29
- Views: 5035
Re: Zero Ring and Pinion clearance - HELP!
Scott, now I'm seeing the light! Just one question; I'm assuming the magnetic dial indicator base will set on the axle housing backing plate, with the indicator touching the tip of the threaded end of the axle shaft?
- Tue Mar 19, 2019 5:16 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Zero Ring and Pinion clearance - HELP!
- Replies: 29
- Views: 5035
Re: Zero Ring and Pinion clearance - HELP!
Also, it appears that my housings are the second version, with washers over the bolt hole openings.
- Tue Mar 19, 2019 4:30 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Zero Ring and Pinion clearance - HELP!
- Replies: 29
- Views: 5035
Re: Zero Ring and Pinion clearance - HELP!
Thanks for all the input - I really do appreciate the help! Trent, I suspect my housings may have warped a bit due to the fact that the inside of both clam shells have been heavily brazed around the perimeter where the rivets are. With all that heat, maybe the inside tubes moved inward eliminating a...
- Tue Mar 19, 2019 7:02 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Zero Ring and Pinion clearance - HELP!
- Replies: 29
- Views: 5035
Re: Zero Ring and Pinion clearance - HELP!
Trent, I'm not sure I'm following your suggestion. My clearance, with all stock thrust washer assemblies, was zero no matter the shims added or subtracted from the pinion. When I substituted a thinner bronze washer on the left housing, measuring approximately .170", along with stock steel washers I ...
- Mon Mar 18, 2019 6:03 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Zero Ring and Pinion clearance - HELP!
- Replies: 29
- Views: 5035
Re: Zero Ring and Pinion clearance - HELP!
The problem with that washer is I used a belt sander to get it thinner, and it's not the same thickness all the way around. I'd rather have one that's more accurate.