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by BuddyTheRoadster
Sun Mar 10, 2024 6:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: New day timer
Replies: 25
Views: 1561

Re: New day timer

They're listed in the 1932 Western Auto catalog. I thought they'd be older, but maybe not.
by BuddyTheRoadster
Mon Jan 01, 2024 6:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Color photographs.
Replies: 5
Views: 683

Re: Color photographs.

There might be an Autochrome somewhere showing a 1909-1913 or 1926-1927 T in its original color glory, but it hasn't been published. And it wouldn't render a color sample to copy, it would give a general impression instead. And with the exception of Kodachrome, old color slides are notorious for agi...
by BuddyTheRoadster
Wed Dec 27, 2023 8:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Original material to back interior cloth?
Replies: 12
Views: 559

Re: Original material to back interior cloth?

The side panel backing material would have been a sort of pasteboard---think posterboard instead of corrugated cardboard. Often door panels were slightly padded with cotton batting between the upholstery and the backing material. The upper side panels usually weren't padded. Automotive upholstery su...
by BuddyTheRoadster
Wed Nov 29, 2023 12:34 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Chemistry of origin Ford black
Replies: 19
Views: 1218

Re: Chemistry of origin Ford black

The short answer is that most paints in the T era aged quickly, especially if the car lived outdoors. Here comes the long answer: Early Ts were hand painted using carriage painting techniques. Painters primed the body, applied about three coats of ground color, and finished with multiple coats of cl...
by BuddyTheRoadster
Fri Nov 10, 2023 10:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What did you do to your Model T in November?
Replies: 52
Views: 3495

Re: What did you do to your Model T in November?

I removed, cleaned, and reinstalled my sediment bowl. It didn't fight me surprisingly! It's kind of novel to have a shut off at the gas tank.
by BuddyTheRoadster
Wed Oct 25, 2023 5:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Best camshaft for a Rajo OHV engine
Replies: 4
Views: 459

Re: Best camshaft for a Rajo OHV engine

There are infinite possibilities of cam grinds. When you go looking, ask yourself if you're looking for speed or torque, and then consider what RPM range you want. There are cam grinders out there who can customize to your needs, and that'll probably give you more satisfying results than "oh, just t...
by BuddyTheRoadster
Wed Oct 18, 2023 1:31 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: California zero emission zones
Replies: 115
Views: 8659

Re: California zero emission zones

Here's a report on the topic from Hemmings : https://www.hemmings.com/stories/californias-stance-on-classic-cars/ The legislation is taking a very holistic stance of classic cars to include modern classic cars--remember, to the young generation, the 1990s are classic cars--and John Swanton of CARB i...
by BuddyTheRoadster
Sun Mar 05, 2023 5:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Who developed Model T three point suspension?
Replies: 11
Views: 1117

Re: Who developed Model T three point suspension?

Thanks! Henry took out the patent at least for both the Models NRS and Model T suspension. That explains a lot.
by BuddyTheRoadster
Sun Mar 05, 2023 4:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Who developed Model T three point suspension?
Replies: 11
Views: 1117

Who developed Model T three point suspension?

I was discussing transverse spring suspension with a Model A guy, and it got me wondering who developed three point suspension for the Model T? Did they innovate it themselves, or did they copy someone else?
by BuddyTheRoadster
Wed Nov 30, 2022 12:53 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Wanted Stromberg O-F carb
Replies: 14
Views: 1589

Re: Wanted Stromberg O-F carb

That's my auction listing. Indeed, that carburetor is almost certainly off a Willys-Overland Light Four, Model 91, 92, or Redbird. Stromberg the OF (and later the RF) for both Ford and Overland. Stromberg supplied Willys-Knight with either an OD-1 or an OS-2 depending on year. The float bowl cover s...
by BuddyTheRoadster
Sun Oct 30, 2022 11:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Where to buy extra large head carriage bolt
Replies: 14
Views: 1435

Re: Where to buy extra large head carriage bolt

Check out Blacksmith Bolt as well. https://www.blacksmithbolt.com/ I use them for proper milled wood screws in my pump organ repairs.
by BuddyTheRoadster
Sat Jun 11, 2022 4:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What Model T or Model T Accessory Do You Regret Not Buying?
Replies: 27
Views: 3717

Re: What Model T or Model T Accessory Do You Regret Not Buying?

A set of original aftermarket drum headlights with a crossbar so the whole unit installed as one into the factory headlight mounts. We were starting a road trip and stopped by a T vendor on a whim, and he had just unloaded those headlights in a collection. He demurred to name a price, and I was too ...
by BuddyTheRoadster
Thu Dec 30, 2021 8:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: WHAT HAVE YOU DONE WITH YOUR MODEL T IN DECEMBER
Replies: 63
Views: 7712

Re: WHAT HAVE YOU DONE WITH YOUR MODEL T IN DECEMBER

Attacked some of my anxiety and wrestled a new motor into the roadster. It should be running next week.
by BuddyTheRoadster
Sun Dec 05, 2021 9:12 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: New steel parts for accessory Stromberg carbs.
Replies: 8
Views: 2432

Re: New steel parts for accessory Stromberg carbs.

Wow. This is a game changer. Thank you!
by BuddyTheRoadster
Thu Dec 02, 2021 2:23 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Tolerances Before Plastigage
Replies: 21
Views: 2519

Re: Tolerances Before Plastigage

My Dad told me that the oldtimers method was to hand fit the bearings in the same manner as Dobro1956 posted above, only after scraping, you would remove shims and tighten the individual bearing until you couldn’t crank the motor. Then go back and add one shim. I think I prefer having Plastigage. :)
by BuddyTheRoadster
Sat Oct 30, 2021 3:10 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: G&G vacuum tank FRONTENAC RELATED
Replies: 10
Views: 1484

Re: G&G vacuum tank FRONTENAC RELATED

If you’re not wedded to using a G&G, a Stewart tank will probably be more reliable. Chevrolet had a lot of warranty issues with G&G and went back to using Stewarts.
by BuddyTheRoadster
Sat Oct 09, 2021 1:57 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Severe Smoke Damage to T
Replies: 18
Views: 3068

Re: Severe Smoke Damage to T

First off, I hope you and yours are safe physically and emotionally. That's a lot to process. Now, what is your T? How hot did the fire get? All the cosmetic damage can get sorted out, but if your car has significant wood that got heat damage, you might have a bigger job. Tell us more, and we might ...
by BuddyTheRoadster
Fri Sep 24, 2021 1:06 am
Forum: Vintage Clothing
Topic: What did people wear in USA between '16 and '20?
Replies: 48
Views: 4326

Re: What did people wear in USA between '16 and '20?

As you're posting from Vienna, do you want Austrian or American fashion? Also, are you looking at working class, middle class, or wealthy fashion? In America, poor people had whatever clothing they could get and afford, middle class people had usually about three sets of clothes, and the wealthy dre...
by BuddyTheRoadster
Fri Sep 24, 2021 12:58 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Period correct improvements/modifications
Replies: 6
Views: 1682

Re: Period correct improvements/modifications

There probably would not have been a higher compression cylinder head in 1914 as 1914s came with the low head that had slightly higher compression. (Ford switched to the high head in 1916, it had lower compression to cope with crappy wartime gasoline.) There really weren't that many performance-enha...
by BuddyTheRoadster
Tue Sep 21, 2021 11:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Self starter options for a non starter car
Replies: 43
Views: 4492

Re: Self starter options for a non starter car

There was an aftermarket Gray & Davis starter-generator unit that bolted to the motor on the driver's side and ran a chain drive off the crank pulley. They'd be a viable option, albeit hard to find.
by BuddyTheRoadster
Fri Aug 13, 2021 3:36 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Drum headlamps Model T accessory F/S
Replies: 6
Views: 1757

Re: Drum headlamps Model T accessory F/S

Email sent.
Chris
by BuddyTheRoadster
Sun Aug 08, 2021 10:58 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: Overhead valves for Dodge?
Replies: 3
Views: 1420

Re: Overhead valves for Dodge?

Thanks Rich. Jim Eliot (RIP) told me about a Dodge Rajo--and I think he even pointed it out to me in a pile of stuff--and I've always been curious. It wouldn't be hard to confuse "Roof" and "Rajo" over time. I found this in Automotive Trade Directory in 1921.
by BuddyTheRoadster
Sun Aug 08, 2021 6:28 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: Overhead valves for Dodge?
Replies: 3
Views: 1420

Overhead valves for Dodge?

Has anyone seen an overhead valve setup for Dodge Brothers 4-cylinder? I've heard rumors of a Dodge Rajo, and the question just came up in a Dodge group I belong to.

Thanks!
by BuddyTheRoadster
Mon Jul 12, 2021 1:44 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: FS - Winfield 4V - 1.12" Throat
Replies: 3
Views: 1308

Re: FS - Winfield 4V - 1.12" Throat

I’ll buy it if he changes his mind.
by BuddyTheRoadster
Sat Jul 03, 2021 3:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Stromberg RF adjustment
Replies: 5
Views: 1042

Re: Stromberg RF adjustment

I may have something. Give me a day or two and I will email you.
by BuddyTheRoadster
Sun Jun 27, 2021 1:57 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: WTB Parts for a Stephens Six !Possible Source Found!
Replies: 20
Views: 3231

Re: WTB Parts for a Stephens Six !Possible Source Found!

Well... I have listings for differential carrier and ring and axle gear from a 1931 Delson interchange manual. Those parts on a 1920 Stephens model 86 are shared with: Atlas truck 1919-1921 Beggs 1920-1921 Biddle 1920 model B-5 Hackett 191901923 Jones 1920-1921 Kelsey truck 1920-1923 Moon 1919-1920,...
by BuddyTheRoadster
Wed Jun 23, 2021 5:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How did they decide the actual cessation date of Model T Production?
Replies: 9
Views: 1926

Re: How did they decide the actual cessation date of Model T Production?

Good ol’ Clara! I have asked different people about Henry and unions. I always felt that his story, “My wife said she leave me otherwise,” felt like saving face. One historian told me that when the union finally did get the opportunity to sit down with Henry, he was stunned because their demands wer...
by BuddyTheRoadster
Wed Jun 23, 2021 3:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How did they decide the actual cessation date of Model T Production?
Replies: 9
Views: 1926

Re: How did they decide the actual cessation date of Model T Production?

I respectfully disagree with Mark that the A was a stopgap. I think it was more of a Plan B after the X-8 project failed. Ernest Kanzler wrote an 8-page memo to Henry in January 1926 saying, "We need a six, the market's changing, and we need a six now until the X-8 is ready." He got fired. https://m...
by BuddyTheRoadster
Mon Jun 21, 2021 8:48 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: WTB Parts for a Stephens Six !Possible Source Found!
Replies: 20
Views: 3231

Re: WTB Parts for a Stephens Six

There’s also a Facebook group called, “1920s, 1930s Brass cars and orphan makes” that’s rather helpful with unusual nickel era marques too.
by BuddyTheRoadster
Mon Jun 07, 2021 3:56 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Do you have a Rayfield UF parts sheet or installation guide?
Replies: 4
Views: 1204

Re: Do you have a Rayfield UF parts sheet or installation guide?

I’m pretty sure I do. I can scan it when I get out from teaching tomorrow.
by BuddyTheRoadster
Mon May 31, 2021 4:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Were Stromberg OF throttle and economizer arms copper plated?
Replies: 8
Views: 1507

Re: Were Stromberg OF throttle and economizer arms copper plated?

Thanks Tim! I've never seen copper plating on a contemporary carb, but a "rustproofing" flash plating wouldn't surprise me at all.
by BuddyTheRoadster
Mon May 31, 2021 3:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Were Stromberg OF throttle and economizer arms copper plated?
Replies: 8
Views: 1507

Were Stromberg OF throttle and economizer arms copper plated?

I started cleaning a Stromberg OF, and the throttle and economizer arms look like they were copper plated. I know that Winfield copper plated S and SR bodies, but has anybody seen this on Stromberg steel parts?
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by BuddyTheRoadster
Fri May 28, 2021 9:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Stan Howe RIP
Replies: 95
Views: 13249

Re: Stan Howe RIP

I had the pleasure of meeting Stan at Bakersfield 2019, and I sold him a Zenith S4BF. I got it for a good price and sold it to him at cost, he said, "No, you've got to make a profit, here, buy the neighbor kids an ice cream cone." He was a good guy, I'll miss him a lot.
by BuddyTheRoadster
Mon May 10, 2021 2:08 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: When Did Model T's Stop Being Cool
Replies: 39
Views: 6669

Re: When Did Model T's Stop Being Cool

I think the real issue isn't "100% original" but a question of taking the car on its own terms and making modifications that won't be regretted later. Some people have mentioned improved braking because they live in hilly areas or adding starters because they are more mature collectors. All those ch...
by BuddyTheRoadster
Sun May 09, 2021 4:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Perfection never needs to change
Replies: 5
Views: 1662

Re: Perfection never needs to change

Well... it says something that when Ford, Edison, and Firestone did their big camping trip in 1916, they rode in Cadillacs. The T was an exceptional car for 1909, but it did not stay competitive. (Forgive my dates, I'm going off the top of my head here.) T got electric headlights in 1915, after the ...
by BuddyTheRoadster
Sun May 09, 2021 3:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Insert Bearings.
Replies: 10
Views: 2113

Re: Insert Bearings.

Some of the shops specializing in hopped up Model A engine rebuilding might be able to help you out, but again, why? Are you building a full race overhead engine? I can see why you'd want inserts and pressure for an application like that, but if you're running a stock or mostly stock engine, staying...
by BuddyTheRoadster
Sat Apr 17, 2021 2:38 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Model T philosophy: What is a restoration?
Replies: 89
Views: 11018

Re: Model T philosophy: What is a restoration?

Hey guys, I'm loving the constructive and even-toned comments from most of us on the thread, and I'm replying since I don't want to work on grad school stuff tonight. @Dan: I've heard that too. One friend found some 1920s Duco (Dupont pyroxylin lacquer) ads that said, "And your finish will get bette...
by BuddyTheRoadster
Fri Apr 16, 2021 4:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: paint help
Replies: 22
Views: 3584

Re: paint help

@Steve, oh yeah. We have paint chips of the era. We just don't have any from Ford for 1926-1927. Sort of like how we don't have a NOS control sample of moleskin pyroxylin engine paint. I'm a little skeptical of very old paint chips. I've compared 1910-1930 paint chip samples to printed facsimiles in...
by BuddyTheRoadster
Fri Apr 16, 2021 4:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Model T philosophy: What is a restoration?
Replies: 89
Views: 11018

Re: Model T philosophy: What is a restoration?

I'm glad Steve brought this up and that some people are looking at definitions for "restoration" versus "renovation" or what have you. It's funny, in historic preservation restoration is discouraged because they prefer to conserve original material instead of trying to turn back the clock and make a...
by BuddyTheRoadster
Wed Apr 14, 2021 10:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: paint help
Replies: 22
Views: 3584

Re: paint help

"Accurate" paint has been one interests since I was your age Jonah. 1926-1927 T paint is complicated because we don't have formulas or chemically-stable samples. (McCalley talked about opening NOS samples of Windsor Maroon, and they'd turned black in the can.) Reds used to be notorious for being uns...
by BuddyTheRoadster
Thu Mar 18, 2021 2:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Is anybody running a Winfield 5H carburetor?
Replies: 5
Views: 1482

Re: Is anybody running a Winfield 5H carburetor?

Well the current motor is "factory cast iron pistons" stock. But I could see myself doing the next one with aluminum pistons, a Waukesha head, SCAT crank, just enough porting to smooth the intake passages, and a slightly higher lift cam. I've got a mid-1920s Winfield pamphlet that listed the 4V for ...
by BuddyTheRoadster
Wed Mar 17, 2021 11:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Is anybody running a Winfield 5H carburetor?
Replies: 5
Views: 1482

Is anybody running a Winfield 5H carburetor?

Is anyone running a Winfield 5H sidedraft carb? I have one and wonder if it'd be too much for a slightly warmed up T motor?
by BuddyTheRoadster
Sat Mar 06, 2021 2:07 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How do I "correctly" tighten a new top?
Replies: 16
Views: 2470

Re: How do I "correctly" tighten a new top?

Besides thirding the question about the bows being padded, I wonder if the installer did not pull the material tight enough. Top material can act like tires and relax a bit on a hot day. What seems "too tight" at installation often stretches to fit just right.
by BuddyTheRoadster
Sat Mar 06, 2021 1:58 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Schebler Carb ID /Info with Intake Needed
Replies: 9
Views: 2079

Re: Schebler Carb ID /Info with Intake Needed

Stan, ignore the naysayers. Their complaints say more about them than you. Chad, a quick scan looks like Buick and some others used a Schebler L carburetor around 1913. The air valve carbs can be fussy to get right. A friend has a Schebler S Duplex on his 1929 Kissel, and the carburetor went through...
by BuddyTheRoadster
Thu Mar 04, 2021 7:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: FJ - Sign Up Sheet To Help Out With 2022 Bakersfield Swap Meet
Replies: 8
Views: 1953

Re: FJ - Sign Up Sheet To Help Out With 2022 Bakersfield Swap Meet

I'll buy a space to sell, and if they need a remote logistics person, I can donate my time for that too.
by BuddyTheRoadster
Mon Mar 01, 2021 1:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: RIP- Bakersfield Swap Meet
Replies: 18
Views: 4064

Re: RIP- Bakersfield Swap Meet

Bakersfield is 4 hours north of me, but it's truly one of the highlights of my year. I'd gladly help run it if I can do it remotely.
by BuddyTheRoadster
Sun Feb 21, 2021 3:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What to you, gives a Model T its charm?
Replies: 72
Views: 8266

Re: What to you, gives a Model T its charm?

For me, ultimately it's the personality that each Model T has. They're all slightly different, and sometimes you can almost have a conversation with the car.

Also, I love the nimbleness of my roadster. It's about as "bicycle-like" as a car will get.
by BuddyTheRoadster
Sat Feb 20, 2021 11:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Brownie #2
Replies: 34
Views: 2941

Re: Brownie #2

Erik, you must be the camera whisperer. LOL Those are two droolworthy box cameras right there.
by BuddyTheRoadster
Fri Feb 19, 2021 11:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Brownie #2
Replies: 34
Views: 2941

Re: Brownie #2

Anytime dude! I went through a box and folding camera collecting phase in college, and I spent way too much time on the Brownie camera website. Here's the breakdown on the No. 2 Brownie. https://www.brownie-camera.com/53.shtml They were cardboard covered with leatherette from 1902-1924, and the last...
by BuddyTheRoadster
Fri Feb 19, 2021 6:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Brownie #2
Replies: 34
Views: 2941

Re: Brownie #2

Tim, That was the original Kodak camera of 1888, it came preloaded with a 100 exposure film roll. You sent the whole camera back to Eastman for processing. http://camera-wiki.org/wiki/Kodak_Camera The cool thing about those was that the photographs are round. The Brownie came out in 1900, and the no...
by BuddyTheRoadster
Wed Feb 17, 2021 11:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Stromberg MB1 carb-good for anything or is it a paperweight?
Replies: 7
Views: 2010

Re: Stromberg MB1 carb-good for anything or is it a paperweight?

I would pick it up if I were you. The MB-1 is a rare Stromberg and apparently popular with the Fronty guys as you can mount it directly to the head. A choke butterfly wouldn't be hard to fabricate, the cap over the float needle C in the diagram is often missing and can be made, and if you're missing...
by BuddyTheRoadster
Mon Feb 15, 2021 1:58 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Down under. Two toned paint schemes
Replies: 6
Views: 1774

Re: Down under. Two toned paint schemes

Your best bet might be to read era newspapers and see what colors were advertised. This link will show what sorts of colors were offered in the carriage varnish era: https://www.autocolorlibrary.com/pages/coaches-carriages I would take these and era color ads as inspiration. Keep in mind, though, th...
by BuddyTheRoadster
Mon Feb 15, 2021 1:12 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Closed cars
Replies: 13
Views: 2709

Re: Closed cars

Jim, Original paint is a fascinating topic and a rabbit hole too. I think closed cars got a little more attention than open as they were the expensive models, but that's just my intuition talking. I did see the Rip Van Winkle 1917 touring car at Bakersfield a few years back, and it still has origina...
by BuddyTheRoadster
Mon Feb 08, 2021 4:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: ID car ?
Replies: 15
Views: 2551

Re: ID car ?

Well Ron beat me, but I'm thirding the Scripps-Booth suggestion.
by BuddyTheRoadster
Mon Feb 01, 2021 1:10 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: 5/16 Nuts
Replies: 14
Views: 2708

Re: 5/16 Nuts

Have you checked Blacksmith Bolt? https://www.blacksmithbolt.com/store/c/41-Nuts.aspx
by BuddyTheRoadster
Mon Jan 18, 2021 3:13 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Was the Model T good value for money?
Replies: 19
Views: 3417

Re: Was the Model T good value for money?

It can be hard to make a direct comparison by adjusting prices as many things are not direct comparisons. In general, housing prices have gone up while food and clothing prices have gone down. Other things have come and gone. (I checked 1909 advertised prices. A new player piano could be $800, a Vic...
by BuddyTheRoadster
Mon Jan 18, 2021 12:32 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: FS SUNDAY SWAP MEET
Replies: 11
Views: 2406

Re: FS SUNDAY SWAP MEET

I'll take the Zenith carb #6. Will PM
by BuddyTheRoadster
Sat Jan 09, 2021 4:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Timer Collection Photos
Replies: 42
Views: 4692

Re: Timer Collection Photos

Here's another one: a Ward's Dynamic Timer.
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by BuddyTheRoadster
Fri Dec 18, 2020 8:47 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: carburettor
Replies: 7
Views: 2152

Re: carburettor

Yep. Essex 6 used the Stewart 25 carburetor from 1924-1928, and Hupmobile 6 used it in 1926 only. Dodge Brothers 4 used a Stewart 25 with a different mounting from 1914-1927. (Total carb dork here.)
by BuddyTheRoadster
Mon Dec 07, 2020 5:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What day is Today - Did we forget?
Replies: 16
Views: 2984

Re: What day is Today - Did we forget?

My grandfather, Harry Lee Polto, was a Pearl Harbor survivor. He's mentioned in Walter Lord's Day of Infamy.
by BuddyTheRoadster
Sat Dec 05, 2020 1:16 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Survey on Hassler shocks
Replies: 35
Views: 4032

Re: Survey on Hassler shocks

The Hassler rebound check was a sort of snubber like Gabriel snubber and the "shock absorbers" that were option on 1926-1927. Rebound check is a perfect name, because that's exactly what it does. Here's the patent: https://patents.google.com/patent/US1646583A/en My 1923 roadster came with single Has...
by BuddyTheRoadster
Fri Dec 04, 2020 3:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Carburetor Information
Replies: 2
Views: 1021

Re: Carburetor Information

Can you post a picture of the mystery Zenith? I haven't seen ")$" on a casting, but I've only studied them for a few years. Could it be "O4" or "O5" with 100 years of wear and tear? O4s came on Chevrolet 490 and probably a number of obscure cars. Zenith S4BF is a darn good carb from everything I've ...
by BuddyTheRoadster
Mon Nov 30, 2020 3:13 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Will the original design of the Model T survive by the end of the 21st century?
Replies: 25
Views: 3211

Re: Will the original design of the Model T survive by the end of the 21st century?

I have worried about this for a while, as I just hit 40 and intend to drive vintage cars until I'm too old to drive. As to the question of driving "mostly stock" Ts, I think they'll be around for at least a generation or two. Part of the beauty of the T is that it is so "primitive," it has a lot of ...
by BuddyTheRoadster
Tue Nov 24, 2020 4:53 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What name have you given your T
Replies: 61
Views: 6419

Re: What name have you given your T

My 1923 roadster is Buddy. I bought him the day after I graduated from 8th grade. I had a lot of unhappiness in my early teens, and having that car gave me some direction and focus in my life, so he became my buddy when I didn't have many people friends. I hope to get him back on the road this Chris...
by BuddyTheRoadster
Thu Nov 12, 2020 3:43 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1925 Roadster Pickup Questions
Replies: 110
Views: 11871

Re: 1925 Roadster Pickup Questions

Now that's a good looking T!
by BuddyTheRoadster
Wed Oct 21, 2020 8:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Rajo 4-Valve Ad
Replies: 0
Views: 611

Rajo 4-Valve Ad

I just found this ad the other day and wanted to share it. It'd be nice if we could still buy them for $57.75!

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by BuddyTheRoadster
Sun Oct 18, 2020 3:55 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Model t as a daily in the early 40s?
Replies: 50
Views: 6167

Re: Model t as a daily in the early 40s?

Vehicle registration records would probably tell it more accurately than we can. Another option would be to see how late Ford dealers were expected to stock T parts. We know that Ford was still selling replacement engines until 1941. But clearly from the posts above, someone was still driving a T un...
by BuddyTheRoadster
Tue Oct 13, 2020 8:29 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Zenith updraft carb. Sold
Replies: 1
Views: 758

Re: Zenith updraft carb

I'll take it. Will email you.
by BuddyTheRoadster
Wed Oct 07, 2020 8:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Runabout Turtle Deck Lid Prop
Replies: 3
Views: 1038

Re: Runabout Turtle Deck Lid Prop

Nice job. My car came with a roughly 18" long piece of wood thin enough to use as gas dip stick, and it also made a decent trunk prop. (Unfortunately it disappeared on a tour.)
by BuddyTheRoadster
Sat Sep 05, 2020 8:17 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Wheels needed
Replies: 2
Views: 1238

Re: Wheels needed

This showed up on craigslist today. https://orangecounty.craigslist.org/pts ... 62833.html
by BuddyTheRoadster
Wed Jul 22, 2020 5:31 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How Fast is Too Fast?
Replies: 43
Views: 10872

Re: How Fast is Too Fast?

This question comes up fairly often. Beyond the general suggestions guys have already given, the best thing I can say is to drive your car for a while and let it tell you where it's happy. Every T is a little different, and if you're mechanically inclined, you just get a sense after a while. I wish ...
by BuddyTheRoadster
Mon Jun 22, 2020 12:45 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: No Longer For Sale - One (1) Stromberg OF Throttle shaft for .032" thick throttle plate
Replies: 4
Views: 1961

Re: For Sale - One (1) Stromberg OF Throttle shaft for .032" thick throttle plate

Unsolicited testimonial: I've got one of these, and Scott's workmanship is gorgeous.
by BuddyTheRoadster
Wed Jun 10, 2020 4:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How many of us ?
Replies: 29
Views: 7800

Re: How many of us ?

I bought my 1923 roadster when I was 14 and wiped out my life savings. (I regret nothing.) The paint in it is older than me, and hopefully I’ll get to it’s next restoration before I’m 60.
by BuddyTheRoadster
Fri Jun 05, 2020 2:38 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Carb for a fronty head. What
Replies: 5
Views: 2663

Re: Carb for a fronty head. What

Zenith was a "set and forget" carburetor that controlled everything through jetting. That was fine when Zenith had dealers with all the jets in stock, now we live with what we got or carefully try to modify the jets. Stan Howe makes an adjustable main jet for his restored Zeniths. It looks pretty co...
by BuddyTheRoadster
Thu May 14, 2020 1:42 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Stromberg Throttle and Choke shaft kits For Sale - Sold Out
Replies: 14
Views: 4155

Re: Stromberg Throttle and Choke shaft kits For Sale

Emailed last time, but I’ll take ‘em! Will email presently.
by BuddyTheRoadster
Tue Apr 28, 2020 6:55 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: WTB Rajo 4 valve intake manifold
Replies: 0
Views: 1100

WTB Rajo 4 valve intake manifold

I'm still looking to buy (or borrow to copy) an original Rajo 4 valve intake manifold. Intake ports are 1 7/16" spaced 9 7/16" apart. I'm including three original advertising images for reference.

Thanks guys!
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by BuddyTheRoadster
Wed Feb 26, 2020 1:04 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Stromberg OE-1 how to set questions
Replies: 11
Views: 4118

Re: Stromberg OE-1 how to set questions

What Stan said. Yes they have a lot of parts, but most of them are inert and are really just drain plugs for if and when you have to clean the passages. Your #1 is idle, #2 is the economizer needle setting, and #3 is high speed mixture. The economizer enriches the mixture at higher throttle, and you...
by BuddyTheRoadster
Sun Feb 23, 2020 4:05 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: FS TAIL LIGHTS
Replies: 8
Views: 2941

Re: FS TAIL LIGHTS

I'll take #3
by BuddyTheRoadster
Wed Feb 19, 2020 12:43 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Mr Frugal meet your match-Video
Replies: 12
Views: 4822

Re: Mr Frugal meet your match-Video

Oh it's a Singer class 29. They were designed for cobblers and I think harness makers. They're big and have a walking beam, and I want one, but then I'd have to learn bootmaking to justify it, and... :roll:
by BuddyTheRoadster
Fri Feb 14, 2020 4:03 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: SOLD OUT, Stevens Tool Catalogs. second run
Replies: 14
Views: 5199

Re: for sale, Stevens Tool Catalogs. second run ready for sale

Mine arrived yesterday. This is a good reprint to have guys!
by BuddyTheRoadster
Sat Feb 01, 2020 5:47 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Happy Birthday Original Smith !
Replies: 17
Views: 5919

Re: Happy Birthday Original Smith !

Happy Birthday Larry, many happy returns of the day!
by BuddyTheRoadster
Sat Jan 25, 2020 2:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Broken global repairman?
Replies: 16
Views: 5982

Re: Broken global repairman?

Oh that does suck. If glued, the cracks will still show when lit. Your best bet might be to look for a milk glass or opal lamp shade or lamp globe and then get the Ford script painted or stenciled on. Good luck!
by BuddyTheRoadster
Mon Jan 13, 2020 10:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Update#2 first batch ready :Stevens Tool Catalog. any interest in a run of reprints ??
Replies: 66
Views: 17136

Re: Update :Stevens Tool Catalog. any interest in a run of reprints ??

I'll be watching the classifieds for the next batch. Thanks for doing this for us!
by BuddyTheRoadster
Sat Jan 11, 2020 5:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1920s carburetor jets
Replies: 1
Views: 1480

Re: 1920s carburetor jets

Are there any numbers stamped on them? They don’t immediately strike me as Stromberg or Zenith, but I can go looking through my stash.
by BuddyTheRoadster
Thu Jan 02, 2020 3:03 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 23 model t touring head light reflectors
Replies: 5
Views: 2733

Re: 23 model t touring head light reflectors

An object lesson. The left reflector is an original silvered one in tolerable shape. The right reflector is one of the aluminum coated ones from Lang's. It's a world of difference, and I'll know in a few days how much difference it'll make. And of course, check that you have good grounds. IMG_7363.j...
by BuddyTheRoadster
Wed Dec 25, 2019 5:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Help to identify this car for family member....
Replies: 7
Views: 3502

Re: Help to identify this car for family member....

I agree, 1924-1927 Buick. Pretty cars.
by BuddyTheRoadster
Mon Dec 16, 2019 5:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Cleaning a gas tank in California?
Replies: 14
Views: 5455

Re: Cleaning a gas tank in California?

Yeah, well. Apparently carbon was found to be carcinogenic. So now, burnt toast, diamonds, and organic chemistry are dangerous to your health. :lol:

Anyway, I was hoping someone had an effective homebrew solution. I’ll get the car from storage tonight and go from there.
by BuddyTheRoadster
Mon Dec 16, 2019 2:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Cleaning a gas tank in California?
Replies: 14
Views: 5455

Re: Cleaning a gas tank in California?

Sadly yep. Lacquer thinner, paint thinner, and acetone are available. (They’re not what they used to be, but that’s usually the case with chemicals.) MEK, tuolene, xylene, and surprisingly denatured alcohol are pretty much illegal to sell in out here.
by BuddyTheRoadster
Mon Dec 16, 2019 1:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Cleaning a gas tank in California?
Replies: 14
Views: 5455

Cleaning a gas tank in California?

I’m pulling my roadster out of mothballs. The last time I saw it, the carburetor had varnished up, and I’m expecting the gas tank to be similar. Is there an effective cleaning solution I can do at home? I know MEK worked, but it’s illegal in my state. Any suggestions are appreciated.
by BuddyTheRoadster
Mon Dec 16, 2019 1:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Washing upholstry
Replies: 8
Views: 3266

Re: Washing upholstry

You can also cut a piece of window screen mesh and sandwich it between the upholstery panel and the hose to keep the material from tearing if it’s getting delicate.
by BuddyTheRoadster
Sun Dec 15, 2019 10:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Washing upholstry
Replies: 8
Views: 3266

Re: Washing upholstry

What year and body style is the car? Some kick panels may be leather, fabric, imitation leather, or cardboard.
by BuddyTheRoadster
Thu Dec 12, 2019 3:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Little Piddly Work is all part of it. Stromberg Needles
Replies: 28
Views: 8216

Re: Little Piddly Work is all part of it. Stromberg Needles

Every time you post I learn something new!
Now, for beginners like me, how do you get the old balls and spring out? And does the housing get swedged to retain the new ones?
by BuddyTheRoadster
Thu Dec 12, 2019 3:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Model T in Los Angeles
Replies: 16
Views: 6232

Re: Model T in Los Angeles

Darn it. I’m 30 miles south of La and would have driven up in a heartbeat. Safe travels!
by BuddyTheRoadster
Sat Dec 07, 2019 1:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Update#2 first batch ready :Stevens Tool Catalog. any interest in a run of reprints ??
Replies: 66
Views: 17136

Re: Stevens Tool Catalog. any interest in a run of reprints ??

I'd like one too. Don't worry about the "money pit," I'm starting at that with a couple planned projects of my own.
by BuddyTheRoadster
Fri Nov 29, 2019 2:31 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: FS Sromberg Carb Body and Parts
Replies: 3
Views: 1813

Re: FS Sromberg Carb Body and Parts

Interested if Bruce changes his mind.
by BuddyTheRoadster
Sun Nov 17, 2019 7:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 2019 HCCA Holiday Motor Excursion
Replies: 18
Views: 7119

Re: 2019 HCCA Holiday Motor Excursion

If I can get a motor in the roadster in time, I'll be driving. It'd be a pleasure to meet you Steve if you come out.
by BuddyTheRoadster
Fri Nov 08, 2019 2:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Source for Hard-to-Find Fasteners
Replies: 18
Views: 7000

Re: Source for Hard-to-Find Fasteners

Awesome!

How are their wood screws? Do they have cut threads like vintage ones?
by BuddyTheRoadster
Tue Nov 05, 2019 4:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 3.33:1 or 3.25:1 gears in a roadster?
Replies: 3
Views: 2102

3.33:1 or 3.25:1 gears in a roadster?

Is anybody running 3.33 or 3.25 rear end gears in their car? My 1923 roadster will be getting a Ruckstell within the next couple years, and I was thinking of installing taller rear axle gears than 3.63:1. The temporary motor has aluminum pistons, Waukesha head, cam with greater lift, and a high volu...