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- Mon May 03, 2021 9:30 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Roadster wood diagram
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1450
Re: Roadster wood diagram
That did it, thanks!!
- Sun May 02, 2021 7:44 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Roadster wood diagram
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1450
Roadster wood diagram
Good morning, I got a wood kit from a vendor for my 26 Roadster body. There are part numbers on each piece but no diagram. The paper vendors catalogs don't have any pictures. The online vendors catalogs don't have any pictures. A search of this site came up empty. Does anybody have a picture or diag...
- Sun Mar 14, 2021 8:59 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Late '26 Touring upholstery
- Replies: 34
- Views: 6411
Re: Late '26 Touring upholstery
This is all great info, thanks!
I'm interested in a seamless hip pad / backrest in my 27 Roadster; will a 23-5 upholstery kit fit a 26/7?
R/ Roger.
I'm interested in a seamless hip pad / backrest in my 27 Roadster; will a 23-5 upholstery kit fit a 26/7?
R/ Roger.
- Sat Feb 13, 2021 8:05 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: 1920s racer
- Replies: 41
- Views: 8083
Re: 1920s racer
Beautiful work! I love the intake and exhaust! 
- Sat Feb 13, 2021 7:59 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Thinking about a homemade trueing stand.
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2395
Re: Thinking about a homemade trueing stand.
There's some good ideas there. Would you use a dial indicator or a simple pointer?
- Tue Feb 09, 2021 8:15 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: 26/27 Roadster Questions
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2224
- Wed Jan 20, 2021 8:43 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: What have you done with your T in January?
- Replies: 56
- Views: 12624
Re: What have you done with your T in January?
I put a new fuel shut-off above my tractor supply sediment bowl. I'll be installing my dual-outlet exhaust manifold soon. 
- Sun Jan 17, 2021 8:44 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: What have you done with your T in January?
- Replies: 56
- Views: 12624
Re: What have you done with your T in January?
Finishing up building a ZOOM ZOOM engine and still working the dual exhaust for Danny Deaton. IMG_5235.jpeg IMG_5234.jpeg Hank, Those are some big mufflers! Do recommend them over tractor supply variety on your speedster? Santa brought me a dual outlet manifold so I've begun planning my new system....
- Sun Jan 10, 2021 9:26 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Hershey in the 1960's
- Replies: 9
- Views: 3178
Re: Hershey in the 1960's
That's a really cool movie! Thanks for sharing!!
- Mon Dec 07, 2020 9:29 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Same size?
- Replies: 11
- Views: 3076
Same size?
Are the outer front wheel bearing and the camshaft nut the same size?I
R/ Roger.
R/ Roger.
- Sat Dec 05, 2020 9:22 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Model T Christmas village
- Replies: 13
- Views: 4258
Re: Model T Christmas village
At first I thought they were parked at 'artististic' angles too, but they're probably facing down hill for a rolling start.
- Mon Nov 30, 2020 6:47 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: IT'S DONE, MY 1924 MODEL TT FARM TRUCK, BEEN DRIVING IT
- Replies: 19
- Views: 4369
Re: IT'S DONE, MY 1924 MODEL TT FARM TRUCK, BEEN DRIVING IT
"The black Iron pipe is my design to make the brake rod collapsible when I apply the rear brakes....I can use them as service brakes.... The truck stops much quicker. I also wanted to keep my brake rods in their original position, and have a backup braking connection." That's really creative! Glad ...
- Mon Nov 30, 2020 4:19 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Installing tranny bands/hogs head. Bands won't sit back far enough?
- Replies: 15
- Views: 5077
- Sun Nov 29, 2020 9:11 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: IT'S DONE, MY 1924 MODEL TT FARM TRUCK, BEEN DRIVING IT
- Replies: 19
- Views: 4369
Re: IT'S DONE, MY 1924 MODEL TT FARM TRUCK, BEEN DRIVING IT
Steve,
It's gorgeous, and ready to work! I see lots of cool accessories, but please tell us about the black iron on pipe on the brake rods...
R/ Roger.
It's gorgeous, and ready to work! I see lots of cool accessories, but please tell us about the black iron on pipe on the brake rods...
R/ Roger.
- Sun Nov 29, 2020 9:10 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: IT'S DONE, MY 1924 MODEL TT FARM TRUCK, BEEN DRIVING IT
- Replies: 19
- Views: 4369
Re: IT'S DONE, MY 1924 MODEL TT FARM TRUCK, BEEN DRIVING IT
Steve,
It's gorgeous, and ready to work! I see lots of cool accessories, but please tell us about the black iron on pipe on the brake rods...
R/ Roger.
It's gorgeous, and ready to work! I see lots of cool accessories, but please tell us about the black iron on pipe on the brake rods...
R/ Roger.
- Sun Nov 29, 2020 9:02 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Installing tranny bands/hogs head. Bands won't sit back far enough?
- Replies: 15
- Views: 5077
Re: Installing tranny bands/hogs head. Bands won't sit back far enough?
Ok, thanks. I'll try to find a local, earlier hogs head for the 'spare'.
Next; nobody knows anything about the aftermarket 'Rusco' hinged bands?I
R/ Roger.
Next; nobody knows anything about the aftermarket 'Rusco' hinged bands?I
R/ Roger.
- Sun Nov 29, 2020 8:55 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: RUSCO non-chatter brake bands
- Replies: 0
- Views: 859
RUSCO non-chatter brake bands
Happy Holidays to All, I'm looking for some info on these hinged bands. I have a set(?) of 3. All three have demountable ends. Two are the same, with a single hinge. The single-hinge bands have an extra detachable piece. The third has two hinges. I'm trying to learn if I have different models or if ...
- Sat Nov 28, 2020 6:08 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Installing tranny bands/hogs head. Bands won't sit back far enough?
- Replies: 15
- Views: 5077
Re: Installing tranny bands/hogs head. Bands won't sit back far enough?
The type of pedal installed is imaterial in the scheme of things. Both do the same job. It is the location of the shafts which is varied, to account for the different applications. Why someone would change the wider pedals for the diamond shaped earlier ones is something I cannot fathom. Allan from...
- Sun Nov 15, 2020 9:14 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Those roads we used to travel
- Replies: 18
- Views: 3632
Re: Those roads we used to travel
Very cool, thanks!
- Sat Nov 07, 2020 7:21 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: muffler s - revisit...
- Replies: 5
- Views: 2344
Re: muffler s - revisit...
Dennis, My experience is that the style where the exhaust pipe goes through the muffler to the aft end is slightly quieter than the new style replacements, where the pipe stops at the forward end. Both those styles, with pressed steel ends, are prone to unexpected disassembly underway if you have a ...
- Sat Oct 31, 2020 9:00 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Mountain pan.
- Replies: 22
- Views: 5756
Mountain pan.
Happy Halloween All,
Is anyone manufacturing/selling a Horlick-style mountain pan (4-dip)? I'd like to install one on my current rebuild.
Thanks.
R/ Roger.
Is anyone manufacturing/selling a Horlick-style mountain pan (4-dip)? I'd like to install one on my current rebuild.
Thanks.
R/ Roger.
- Wed Oct 28, 2020 7:17 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Magnets Vs. Slingers
- Replies: 9
- Views: 3071
Re: Magnets Vs. Slingers
Am I setting myself up for failure here? Do the brass screws fail without the magnets?
R/Roger.
R/Roger.
- Tue Oct 20, 2020 8:35 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: 14 T lit up after a 20 year nap
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2310
Re: 14 T lit up after a 20 year nap
Looks great! Congratulations!
- Tue Oct 20, 2020 7:04 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Big Timing Gear
- Replies: 26
- Views: 5436
Re: Big Timing Gear
I'll keep you in mind, Les.Les Schubert wrote: ↑Mon Oct 19, 2020 4:43 pmI’ll take the nylon gear. I’ve run various fiber and nylon gears for 48 years without a problem. But I am scrupulously careful about 100 mm cam to crank spacing and generator gear lash.
R/ Roger.
- Mon Oct 19, 2020 4:14 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Big Timing Gear
- Replies: 26
- Views: 5436
Re: Big Timing Gear
Ok, thanks. Steel it is! I'll check the backlash when I get it together.
Anybody need a nylon one?
R/ Roger.
Anybody need a nylon one?
R/ Roger.
- Sun Oct 18, 2020 10:00 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Big Timing Gear
- Replies: 26
- Views: 5436
Big Timing Gear
Can anybody identify the metal timing gear pictured? The number on it is: T415B and looks to be in pretty good condition. I can't locate any reference to that number.
Given the choice, would you install the used metal one of the new nylon one?
R/ Roger.
Given the choice, would you install the used metal one of the new nylon one?
R/ Roger.
- Sat Oct 17, 2020 7:45 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Engine building considerations
- Replies: 10
- Views: 3853
Re: Engine building considerations
On my speedster, I left out the mag ring and magnets but kept the spools on the flywheel to help fling the oil. Not sure about long term but it's worked for me since '94. On a stock T I would keep the mag ring and magnets. The momentum from the flywheel is good for the heavier car and you or the ne...
- Thu Sep 17, 2020 9:22 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: H/C pistons
- Replies: 5
- Views: 2191
H/C pistons
What c/r do they come in; Can you get 6:1?
R/Roger.
R/Roger.
- Thu Sep 17, 2020 9:20 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Model T Forums Dead
- Replies: 33
- Views: 7354
Re: Model T Forums Dead
I'll go start a new one.
- Wed Sep 16, 2020 1:31 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Luray Swap Meet, October 6-8 - What are you bringing to sell?
- Replies: 71
- Views: 20894
Re: Luray Swap Meet, October 6-8 - What are you bringing to sell?
I'll be looking for him!Dennis Fleming wrote: ↑Tue Sep 15, 2020 9:26 pmI have a friend that I think is coming that has a 26-27 gas tank for sale.

- Tue Sep 15, 2020 9:01 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Luray Swap Meet, October 6-8 - What are you bringing to sell?
- Replies: 71
- Views: 20894
Re: Luray Swap Meet, October 6-8 - What are you bringing to sell?
I'll be looking for a 27 Roadster gas tank with a baffle that doesn't rattle!
- Fri Sep 11, 2020 8:38 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Block ID
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1478
Block ID
I got this block last week. It's a 26/7 style. No serial. I've been researching printed and digital references but can't pin down a YOM. Can anybody help? Thanks in advance.
R/ Roger.
R/ Roger.
- Tue Sep 08, 2020 11:57 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Cam I.D.
- Replies: 1
- Views: 927
Cam I.D.
I picked up a spare engine that's had a lot of work done to it. The cam isn't marked that I can see. How do I tell if it's a stock cam or higher performance grind?
R/ Roger.
R/ Roger.
- Sun Sep 06, 2020 9:18 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Spare Tire Carrier Heresy
- Replies: 15
- Views: 3454
Re: Spare Tire Carrier Heresy
The vendors sell 'improved car' right side tail light brackets too.
Here's mine.
Here's mine.
- Sat Sep 05, 2020 7:33 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Luray Swap Meet, October 6-8 - What are you bringing to sell?
- Replies: 71
- Views: 20894
- Sat Sep 05, 2020 7:32 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: I ALMOST GAVE UP........,
- Replies: 92
- Views: 28013
Re: I ALMOST GAVE UP........,
That,.. Is fantastic!
R/Roger.
R/Roger.
- Mon Aug 31, 2020 9:00 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Luray Swap Meet, October 6-8 - What are you bringing to sell?
- Replies: 71
- Views: 20894
Re: Luray Swap Meet, October 6-8 - What are you bringing to sell?
I'll be shopping for a useable 27 transmission. 
- Tue Aug 25, 2020 2:48 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Wake up call
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2230
Wake up call
My family found this to be quite funny. I failed to see the humor..... 

- Tue Aug 25, 2020 2:44 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Badges? We ain’t got no badges!
- Replies: 35
- Views: 8180
Re: Badges? We ain’t got no badges!
I fixed one up for my Roadster.
- Tue Aug 25, 2020 2:20 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Spark & Gas levers
- Replies: 21
- Views: 7748
Re: Spark & Gas levers
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=G-PtnwtOR24
Dave,
Sorry for the wait. Here's the link. I got the source nickel on ebay because it was easy.
R/ Roger.
- Thu Aug 13, 2020 9:01 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Spark & Gas levers
- Replies: 21
- Views: 7748
Re: Spark & Gas levers
Back together, waiting for re-read install.
- Thu Aug 13, 2020 8:59 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Spark & Gas levers
- Replies: 21
- Views: 7748
Re: Spark & Gas levers
I got it back together; thanks! I did a little YouTube plating while it was apart. All you need is vinegar, salt, some nickel and a phone charger. I masked the sanded (most of) the pits out, masked the threads with some paraffin, and plugged it in. I'm pleased with the results, for a twenty dollar i...
- Tue Aug 11, 2020 7:54 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: What’s going on here?
- Replies: 13
- Views: 5116
Re: What’s going on here?
Sadness....
- Fri Aug 07, 2020 9:24 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Spark & Gas levers
- Replies: 21
- Views: 7748
Re: Spark & Gas levers
Copy all: Heat, cool, pry. Heat, cool, crimp.
As luck would have it, I ran out of acetelyne before I got the first side hot.
I'll have to refill.
I guess I put the felt anti-rattlers half way between the levers and where the rods come out of the column, right?
R/ Roger.
As luck would have it, I ran out of acetelyne before I got the first side hot.

I guess I put the felt anti-rattlers half way between the levers and where the rods come out of the column, right?
R/ Roger.
- Fri Aug 07, 2020 3:37 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Spark & Gas levers
- Replies: 21
- Views: 7748
Spark & Gas levers
Hello all,
How on earth do I get the old levers off the steering gear case and still be able to put the new ones back on?
Thanks in advance.
R/ Roger.
How on earth do I get the old levers off the steering gear case and still be able to put the new ones back on?
Thanks in advance.
R/ Roger.
- Mon Aug 03, 2020 3:59 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Quadrant rivets
- Replies: 11
- Views: 4024
Re: Quadrant rivets
The column is out of the car.
The heads are ground off the bottoms of the rivits.
I'll try drilling down a little bit.
What's the correct terminology for the notched semi-circle under the steering wheel that controls the motion of the spark and gas levers?
R/ Roger.
The heads are ground off the bottoms of the rivits.
I'll try drilling down a little bit.
What's the correct terminology for the notched semi-circle under the steering wheel that controls the motion of the spark and gas levers?
R/ Roger.
- Sat Aug 01, 2020 6:10 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Quadrant rivets
- Replies: 11
- Views: 4024
Quadrant rivets
I'm replacing the spark and gas levers:
I've filed the heads off the bottom side of the quadrant rivets but can't seem to knock them out. Is there a secret to doing this?
Thanks in advance.
R/ Roger.
I've filed the heads off the bottom side of the quadrant rivets but can't seem to knock them out. Is there a secret to doing this?
Thanks in advance.
R/ Roger.
- Tue Jul 28, 2020 8:52 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: COUNTING DOWN to LURAY!
- Replies: 5
- Views: 2721
Re: COUNTING DOWN to LURAY!
See you all there! 

- Sun Jun 28, 2020 12:47 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Luray
- Replies: 0
- Views: 1447
Luray
I'd like to contact the vendor who was selling used and rebuilt steering columns at Luray last year: is he on this forum?
Thanks,
R/ Roger.
Thanks,
R/ Roger.
- Sat Jun 13, 2020 7:17 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Drag link flex
- Replies: 10
- Views: 4293
Re: Drag link flex
Here are the parts I took off: The drag link is a little wavy but the tire \rod is really curved! I found a straight tie rod in the pile and I'm putting the better end and ball on it. I found a better drag link too, but it's not perfect so I think I'll reinforce it anyway. Spruce-and-cord would be c...
- Sun Jun 07, 2020 9:36 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Drag link flex
- Replies: 10
- Views: 4293
Re: Drag link flex
All,
I'll get the front wheels off and let you know what I find, thanks!
R/ Roger.
I'll get the front wheels off and let you know what I find, thanks!
R/ Roger.
- Sun Jun 07, 2020 2:21 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Drag link flex
- Replies: 10
- Views: 4293
Drag link flex
I was out for a drive today and as I came in to a left curve it felt like my drag link flexed or bowed, momentarily causing loose steering and tight puckering. The link doesn't look bent. Maybe this is why old racers tied spruce spars to their steering linkages? I once reinforced some early running ...
- Tue Apr 28, 2020 8:56 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Low speed notch
- Replies: 8
- Views: 3935
Re: Low speed notch
Norm,
Thank you for the tips and detais. The parts should be here by the weekend
R/ Roger.
Thank you for the tips and detais. The parts should be here by the weekend

R/ Roger.
- Tue Apr 28, 2020 9:53 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Low speed notch
- Replies: 8
- Views: 3935
Re: Low speed notch
Thanks all,
I'll order the parts and give it a go!
R/ Roger
I'll order the parts and give it a go!
R/ Roger
- Mon Apr 27, 2020 8:20 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Low speed notch
- Replies: 8
- Views: 3935
Low speed notch
I need to replace my low speed notch and pedal support.
I have to remove the hogs head from the car, right?
There doesn't seem to be enough room to get the hogs head out.
Do I have to lift the body off my Improved Roadster to replace the notch?
I have to remove the hogs head from the car, right?
There doesn't seem to be enough room to get the hogs head out.
Do I have to lift the body off my Improved Roadster to replace the notch?
- Sat Apr 04, 2020 10:30 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: What Have You Done To The "T"- April Edition
- Replies: 81
- Views: 28331
Re: What Have You Done To The "T"- April Edition
I got this far today and ran it conservatively. The clutch slips a little when I pull the throttle last 4 oclock.
I adjusted the clutch fingers and will take another trip after re-torquing in the morning.
I adjusted the clutch fingers and will take another trip after re-torquing in the morning.
- Fri Apr 03, 2020 12:20 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Rod Jensen Aluminum 6:1 head
- Replies: 3
- Views: 2469
Rod Jensen Aluminum 6:1 head
It seems to require a special head gasket, maybe for bigger valves. Does anyone know of a source for these gaskets?
As always, thanks!
R/ Roger.
As always, thanks!
R/ Roger.
- Fri Apr 03, 2020 8:16 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Post the earliest picture of you and your T
- Replies: 61
- Views: 22650
Re: Post the earliest picture of you and your T
[attachment=0]My 1910 1946 low.jpg[/attachment I am at the wheel. September 29, 1946. I bought my T the day before for $125. I was 14 at the time. Still own the T, it is in my garage I AND THE MODEL T ARE THE ONLY ONES LEFT. The last of the others to go was my little brother, who is pictured sittin...
- Wed Apr 01, 2020 8:51 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Miniature operational Model T model
- Replies: 17
- Views: 8210
Re: Miniature operational Model T model
That is amazing!
- Tue Mar 24, 2020 9:16 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: WHat Have You Done To Your Model T In March?
- Replies: 98
- Views: 35870
Re: WHat Have You Done To Your Model T In March?
Getting ready for a quick spring...
- Fri Mar 13, 2020 6:16 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Lizard head
- Replies: 8
- Views: 4597
Re: Lizard head
My lizard ran great. I could keep up with the A's on tour.
I wish I'd pulled before sold the car.

I wish I'd pulled before sold the car.
- Sat Feb 22, 2020 10:22 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: OT: Briscoe
- Replies: 3
- Views: 2513
Re: OT: Briscoe
Thanks Scott.
- Thu Feb 20, 2020 1:04 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Freeze Crack Repair
- Replies: 34
- Views: 13609
Re: Freeze Crack Repair
Anyway, Thanks everybody for the help.
R/ Roger.
R/ Roger.
- Wed Feb 19, 2020 6:49 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Freeze Crack Repair
- Replies: 34
- Views: 13609
Re: Freeze Crack Repair
Well, after several attempts I have achieved limited success. I used Permatex #2 on chevron-shaped crack in the top of the valve chamber between 2 and 3. It had been previously coated with marine-tex from inside the valve chamber. I went in through the oval hole in the deck surface, first with evapo...
- Wed Feb 19, 2020 6:29 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: OT: Briscoe
- Replies: 3
- Views: 2513
OT: Briscoe
Do any of you know if the Briscoe 'crown' hub caps and gas caps were plated or painted?
Thanks.
R/ Roger.
Thanks.
R/ Roger.
- Sun Feb 16, 2020 6:31 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: model T in WWI parade.
- Replies: 3
- Views: 2744
Re: model T in WWI parade.
Very cool! Thanks for posting!
- Thu Jan 30, 2020 7:26 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Freeze Crack Repair
- Replies: 34
- Views: 13609
Re: Freeze Crack Repair
Durn.
What is this SNOOP you speak of?
R/ Roger.

What is this SNOOP you speak of?
R/ Roger.
- Thu Jan 30, 2020 5:37 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Freeze Crack Repair
- Replies: 34
- Views: 13609
Re: Freeze Crack Repair
I thought I could see all the cracks... I fixed one chevron-shaped crack on the roof of the valve box (previously puttied), one long crack (previously brazed) running through the center freeze plug above the valve box, one under the fan, and one rear of the water inlet on the drivers side (previousl...
- Mon Jan 27, 2020 4:27 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Freeze Crack Repair
- Replies: 34
- Views: 13609
Re: Freeze Crack Repair
Dang. Strike one. I located and sealed 4 cracks. Some had been brazed up, some puttied. I had to use a composite head gasket to put the new (good) head on. When I re-torqued it this morning; more water in the valve chamber!! :cry: It's a durn shame too; hardened seats, stainless valves, adjustable l...
- Wed Jan 22, 2020 7:08 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Freeze Crack Repair
- Replies: 34
- Views: 13609
Freeze Crack Repair
I found some water in my lifter galley, and an old repair in the water jacket between 2 & 3. The repair is oil-colored and lifting around the edges. I can't tell if its JB Weld or Marine Tex. One of the freeze plugs is covered in white epoxy; pretty sure that's Marine tex. it will be impossible to g...
- Sun Jan 12, 2020 9:39 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: A Good Day
- Replies: 13
- Views: 5807
Re: A Good Day
I guess I'll leave the wheels black for now; I can't un-paint them later... 20191116_093917.jpg 20190725_071906.jpg The white wagon is a '95 Roadmaster. It's a little rusty. I got it from WV for the tan leather interior to put in my gold '96 Roadmaster. My son drives the white car now. The gold wago...
- Sun Jan 12, 2020 7:43 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: A Good Day
- Replies: 13
- Views: 5807
Re: A Good Day
Thanks. It's a fun car!
The family wants me to paint the wheels red, like I did on the big truck. What do you guys think?
R/ Roger.
The family wants me to paint the wheels red, like I did on the big truck. What do you guys think?
R/ Roger.
- Sat Jan 11, 2020 9:35 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: A Good Day
- Replies: 13
- Views: 5807
A Good Day
Getting the Roadster dialed in: We logged over 50 miles, including 2 ten-mile runs at 40+ mph. Top speed was 45. Dog didn't ride the whole day, but he had a good time!
- Fri Jan 10, 2020 10:01 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: What have you done to your Model T in January?
- Replies: 62
- Views: 22502
Re: What have you done to your Model T in January?
Well, I got some gas and went driving today. I'm going to do it again tomorrow too!
- Mon Jan 06, 2020 8:58 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Low pedal sticking.
- Replies: 13
- Views: 5285
Re: Low pedal sticking.
So far so good; two whole turns and the pedal operates like it should. I took the cover off to make sure I wasn't shredding bands, and took up a couple turns on the brake as well. I guess I just had them too loose. While the cover was off, I pushed the car back a few feet, then forward: The flywheel...
- Mon Jan 06, 2020 1:22 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Low pedal sticking.
- Replies: 13
- Views: 5285
Re: Low pedal sticking.
I have not replaced the clutch spring or notch. I'll try adjusting the low band little by little tonight. Thank you all for your help!
- Sun Jan 05, 2020 9:33 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Low pedal sticking.
- Replies: 13
- Views: 5285
Low pedal sticking.
I Re-lined my trans bands today. After a 3 or 4 mile trip the low speed pedal began to stick down. I had to pull it up with my toe, then it would pop up. What'd I do wrong?
R/ Roger.
R/ Roger.
- Sun Dec 01, 2019 9:56 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: 21" tires for a driver
- Replies: 21
- Views: 8274
21" tires for a driver
Which are more highly recommend, Lucas (from Snyder's) or Universal brand?
- Tue Oct 29, 2019 6:53 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Improved car stanchions
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2244
Re: Improved car stanchions
Thanks Dan, that's exactly what I was looking for!
R/ Roger.
R/ Roger.
- Sun Oct 27, 2019 7:45 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Improved car stanchions
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2244
Improved car stanchions
I'm having some challenges with my 27 project: I'm not sure if the windshield frames are distorted or if the top clamps are spaced incorrectly. Can anybody post the correct measurement/distance between the top of the sanctions where the top clamps go?
Thanks in advance.
R/ Roger.
Thanks in advance.
R/ Roger.
- Thu Oct 17, 2019 7:56 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Starter drive
- Replies: 7
- Views: 3311
Re: Started drive
That's what I was thinking. Thanks.
Roger.
Roger.
- Thu Oct 17, 2019 6:48 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Starter drive
- Replies: 7
- Views: 3311
Starter drive
All,
How snug should the bendix stop nut fit in the starter casting?
Mine binds. Shouldn't it spin freely?
Thanks.
Roger.
How snug should the bendix stop nut fit in the starter casting?
Mine binds. Shouldn't it spin freely?
Thanks.
Roger.
- Tue Sep 24, 2019 9:43 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: What have you done with your T in September?
- Replies: 81
- Views: 30136
Re: What have you done with your T in September?
I put a new top on the '17 last Saturday. 

- Tue Sep 10, 2019 8:46 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Depot Back Top
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2006
Re: Depot Back Top
Thanks Allan, that's what I was looking for!
R/ Roger.
R/ Roger.
- Mon Sep 09, 2019 9:01 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Depot Back Top
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2006
Depot Back Top
I'm almost ready to put the top material on my hack.
I'm ordering material from Witmer Coach.
What do I use for padding; Cotton duck? Cotton batting? Nothing?
Thanks in advance.
I'm ordering material from Witmer Coach.
What do I use for padding; Cotton duck? Cotton batting? Nothing?
Thanks in advance.
- Sat Aug 31, 2019 7:58 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Still drives first car.... $47.50 bargain
- Replies: 7
- Views: 4547
Re: Still drives first car.... $47.50 bargain
I'd like to see some "then-and-now" pictures!
Wait, wasn't 125 a lot for a 36 year old car back then? (before my time)
- Sun Aug 11, 2019 8:52 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: distributor linkage
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2560
Re: distributor linkage
Excellent, Thank you all!
R/ Roger.
R/ Roger.
- Sun Aug 11, 2019 4:16 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: distributor linkage
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2560
distributor linkage
guys,
My cw/ccw dyslexia has me confused; do I need these for my clamp-on American Bosch distributor, or do I just make a longer spark rod?
Thanks in advance (ha!)
R/ Roger.
My cw/ccw dyslexia has me confused; do I need these for my clamp-on American Bosch distributor, or do I just make a longer spark rod?
Thanks in advance (ha!)
R/ Roger.
- Tue Jul 16, 2019 8:34 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Pictures of visit to Model T Haven ....
- Replies: 34
- Views: 11528
Re: Pictures of visit to Model T Haven ....
Wow.
I hope to get there someday!
I hope to get there someday!
- Sun Jul 14, 2019 9:15 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Another barn find
- Replies: 33
- Views: 13798
Re: Another barn find
Very cool! Thanks for sharing!
-Roger.
-Roger.
- Sat Jun 29, 2019 7:53 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Is this a Good Idea? Oil Screen Question
- Replies: 12
- Views: 6283
Re: Is this a Good Idea? Oil Screen Question
I was wondering that too. Maybe on the door, so you can remove and clean it?surveyking wrote: ↑Thu Jun 27, 2019 10:33 pmHank, When you refer to "mounting the magnet on the outside", the outside of what the transmission cover, case or screen?
- Fri Jun 14, 2019 9:00 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Hood Corners Pads - what are they?
- Replies: 11
- Views: 6589
Re: Hood Corners Pads - what are they?
Very nice!
- Sun Jun 09, 2019 9:34 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Bigger valves?
- Replies: 8
- Views: 6266
Re: Bigger valves?
Thanks for the pointers! I have those books around here somewhere; I need to dig them out.
- Thu Jun 06, 2019 10:11 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Bigger valves?
- Replies: 8
- Views: 6266
Bigger valves?
Has anyone put bigger valves in a Model T block? How big can you go? Are there any articles on it out there?
- Tue May 14, 2019 9:07 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Loading for Luray
- Replies: 22
- Views: 9908
Re: Loading for Luray
But we can shop at 0800 on Friday, yes?
- Sun May 12, 2019 6:52 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Loading for Luray
- Replies: 22
- Views: 9908
Re: Loading for Luray
I need a high hood, rusty and brown! But not 26/27.
- Sun May 05, 2019 9:24 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: August 1910. Ford re-enters track racing.
- Replies: 75
- Views: 25381
Re: August 1910. Ford re-enters track racing.
I wonder why that car has 3 wire wheels and one wood wheel?
- Sun Apr 28, 2019 8:25 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: O T Model A or AA Coupler
- Replies: 6
- Views: 3578
Re: O T Model A or AA Coupler
Looks like an AA rear spring perch to me.