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This is helpful info. I am keeping the car remotely and I will get more photos and details the next time I’m out there.

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Thanks for the info. I see tune up parts for Bosch are made. Not sure if it is model. I would prefer coils, but the mag. Is dead.
As a short term fix are these decent with new tune up parts?

Should there be a manual advance?

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Just bought a car with a distributor. Not sure who made this one. It is not connected to the timing lever. Should it be or does it have weights? Are tune up parts available? Thanks

Thanks for the info. I have a mid year 23 roadster that is metal firewall and low radiator. I had a 23 touring the same way. Sounds like a wood firewall can be replaced with a low metal firewall? McCally mentions 23 center door. Built until summer. Any differences between 22/23 ? Thanks

Helping someone identify the year on a center door. The engine is a ‘22, but it has a metal firewall. It is my understanding the metal firewall didn’t come along until mid ‘23. I assume a 22 center door would have a wood firewall? Is it possible that someone rebuilding this years ago put a metal one...

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Thanks for the history info. These stories are disappearing. Likely someone that had a great passion for the hobby. Thanks

This one is a new one for me. “Best” timer. It appears to be exactly like the Nu day. Anyone else seen these? Know anything about them?

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Looking for a functional high radiator. I will be going to Duncan next week.

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For an early non-starter cars that use a “helper” battery to ignite coils. This would charge that battery?

Removed this from a car I purchased. Is this used to charge a battery, run lights, or? Was going to throw it on a table at a swap meet, but not sure what it does or if it has any value.

Anyone taking tires, tubes, flaps to Duncan? Have a a few friends with projects and needing tires.

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I have replaced several starter drives, but haven’t had this happen before. It looks like end simply unscrewed. Nothing broken. I compared to another one like it. I am not sure how it is secured once it screwed back on. How is it secured? I don’t see a pin. I would like to reuse if I can. Thanks [im...

Helping a friend with a new purchase. TT and it has a Jumbo ppoverdrive. Seems to function properly. Need to change fluid. Not sure how full to fill and what oil. 600 W, 80/90 or ??? Anyone have one and could give some advise. Thanks

A unique automotive item. A jump seat. 1912. It was used in a Rolls, but was sold for any car of the day.

Looks like no rain in the forecast. Sounds like setup is Friday morning this year. Any gatherings on Thursday?

Found in a box of goodies. Fits the steering column. No idea what it was used for.

How many amps does a coil box draw. It is my understanding that a single coil should be set at 1.5 amps. Is it as simple as 1.5 x 4 = 6 amps?

This is an assortment of tools I’m taking to Chickasha. I would like to trade for transmission tools and other model T special tools. Would also consider selling. Not wanting to ship them at this point. Thanks

Still looking. Likely hard to find a decent used or slightly used pair, but never know what’s out there. Thanks

Needing tires and tubes for rear TT project. Don’t have to be new. It looks like the old tires are 32 x 4 1/2. Other sizes may work. Let me know what you have. Thanks

If I am understanding correctly there should be a gap between the lug and fellow. Basically the fellow should pull up against the “ridge” of the rim and whatever gap between the fellow and the lug is correct? Does the space in this photo seem correct? Thanks

Some of the wheels I have tighten up to the fellow and others don’t. Not sure what brand is what.

Working on my latest purchase. The demountable wheels have a “detent” where the rim “loop” bolts. Is this a hays wheel? The hays rims seem to have a larger “foot” where at bolt. I have several rims that are a little different that seem to fit. Trying to figure out if these are hays wheels, should us...

Thanks for all the good info. Think mr. Snow has a grandkid that could do bands that quick?

I’ve changed a few sets of bands by removing the hogs head. I want to try to do a set through the hole. I have detachable ears. I will try on my ‘24 or ‘22 and they do not have newer larger brake drum. The one car just needs brake band the other needs all 3. I’ve been told it’s too hard, it will dis...

I’m re wiring one of my cars and I’m at the point where it’s time to do the headlights. There is the “high” beam wire and low beam wire. These sockets are not “clocked” like a newer 1157 bulb with a high and low beam filament. How does the high / low beam work? Does it make a difference which termin...

Still looking. Thanks

Thanks for the info. I removed the 300 psi gauge from my tester which is above the valve. I replaced it with a handful of different 100 psi gauges and the gauge itself leaks down by the time I want to read it. Any suggestions on where I should find a 100 psi gauge? I see the gauge for fuel injection...

I have a “Sun” 300 psi compression tester. I use it to check my T’s and at 50 psi it barley moves the gauge. I have looked and had no luck finding a 100 psi gauge. I’ve tried putting a 100 psi gauge on my tester, but it doesn’t hold the reading. Does anyone know if there is a 100 psi compression gau...

I’ve used these rechargeable lights for years. Likely not legal, but I’ve had countless law enforcement follow and pass me. Anything to draw attention is a good thing the few times I’m driving at night. There are multiple settings for how they blink. $6.99 online. Ebay

I was lucky and got to see it. I have to think there was at least one model T in the parking lot at the factory where it was built.

Still looking for a pickup. Would like to have ‘25-‘27, but would consider older. Thanks

Thanks for all the input. I will be back to the shop this weekend. I am going to check the tilt of the axle. Are the reproduction perches fairly correct? Doesn’t sound like anyone sees a concern with having the wrong lower 26/27 spindles on a 25 car. Thanks Mike

I’ve double and triple checked the perches. I do have rake at the top. Not sure how many degrees, but I can try to measure it. It doesn’t seem to be as much as my other cars, but they are likely more than 5 degrees. I will check rear springs to make sure they are tight I don’t see where the later lo...

I have a 25 roadster. New perches, bushings, king pins, all tie rods are tight. I have the toe in set as directed. I’m running 21 wood wheels. They are not perfect, but as straight as my other cars that drive reasonable. .This car likes to wander. No shaking or vibration as everything is tight. It h...

Looks like 45 inches long. About inch square. I attached a couple more photos. There is an “arrow”. I’ll happily give them to anyone. Whatever they are. Thanks

These two items came with an assortment of model T parts I purchased from an estate. I don’t recognize them as model T (or automotive), but thought I would ask before they go to scrap. Thanks

It looks like my measurements are similar to yours. I had a friend with a shop and he expanded the holes it went on tight and is running again. We will see how I get along with it. Thanks for all info!

I ordered and received aluminum gear. My cam dowel pins are .010 bigger that the holes in the gear. Not a big to slightly ream. Is this unusual?

Thanks for all input. The next question. Are all distributors selling gears made by the same people? I’m leaning toward aluminum. Are they all made by the same manufacturer? My crank gear seems to be in good condition as the fiber gear didn’t wear it (there’s one good thing about fiber). Should I co...

I need to change a timing gear. The fiber gear of many years ago and thousands of miles has given up. Just looking for opinions on timing gear. Aluminum, Bronze, Nylon??? I don’t think I want to do another fiber type gear. I’m interested to hear from experience. Thanks

The big nut looks like the rear axle nut for an 8N ford tractor. Small bolts look like plow bolts.

Lots of tape for painting and boiled linseed oil on my spokes. These wheels were already assembled. This is what Leno said he does with is natural spoked wheels. Not a showy finish, but as my grandad would say “good enough for who it is for”.

Looking for roadster pickup. Would prefer Midwest area as I live in KC area. Not looking for a project, but doesn’t have to be show car. Thanks

I’m getting ready to install the lift helper arms for my quarter windows for my 24 coupe. I believe it mounts to the door latch post and is “behind” the glass on the body side of the glass. The question I have is the measurement of where to mount the arm. The distance from the lower cross member to ...

Thanks for the info. Mine is free. There does appear to be a spring. I’ll try to attach a photo of the spring. I’m missing the roller. I do have one on the other side and maybe I can make a pattern.

Thanks for the info. Did you rivet back together or bolt? Did you re wind the spring? How did that go?
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I’m working on my 24 coupe. The drivers side window regulator is missing the roller. Has anyone ever taken one of these apart and can give me some ideas. All the gears are working. I’m guessing the spring has been over wound.

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Mike

This plate has been on this car for more than 50 years.

I’ve looked back 40-45 years ago at old magazines at selling prices. At that time there were people collecting T’s that grew up around them and/ or maybe was a first car. The prices for nice cars at that would rival the price of a basic new car. If you add 40-45 years to the model T you now are look...

That body sold, too far away to get it. Here is a photo of the spring set up that Dave sent me.

Here is a photo of the hardware I removed from my ‘24 coupe. This was quarter window on the passenger side. I have a couple questions. Is this all the hardware? Is there a spring for the arm with the roller? Does anyone have the latch and window tray for the drivers side? I think the quarter window ...

Are there any manufacturer markings on your old tool? Wondering who made it. It would be a neat conversation piece if you never used it.

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I have several champion 31 spark plugs. Can they be used in a model T? When I looked at a crossover chart they they crossover to champion 25. Thanks!

I’m getting ready to replace the strips that cover the seems on my 24 coupe. The wood was soft when I removed them so they came off in decent condition. The nails are rusty, bent and loose. I am not building a show piece, just a driver. I’m looking for ideas on how to re install these strips. The or...

I am removing the original glass from my 24 coupe. I have taken the measurements from the old glass. The new laminated glass will be 1/4 thick and should fit in the channel. Likely not enough space to put the fabric in the channel like original. I have seen people put a bead of clear silicone and in...

Did they fit over a standard lifter, or is it a special lifter? I would assume the valve would have been shortened a little to get clearance? What was their purpose? Thanks Mike

I am helping a friend with a valve job. When we pull up the valves there is a “cap” over the lifter. It is small and can be removed. My cars all have adjustable lifters and I had not seen this before. Was this standard for the non adjustable lifters? Thanks Mike.

Everyone I have talked to is planing on being there.

Looks like the Oklahoma Governor declared a state of emergency.

I did file a little and got enough gap. Started and ran! The head of the distributor has some wear. It could be moved and the gap would widen. I checked mag output. I will likely remove the Bosch and go back to coils. Thanks for the advise!

I am not able to get enough gap with adjustment. I’m sure the wiper is worn. My plan is to file enough to get enough gap. What is the proper gap 15-18? My goal is to use this to start the car to see how well it runs and check mag output as I would like to go back to coils.

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Some prior owner removed the mag pickup and replaced with an oil line. I would prefer coils, but likley need to stick with this for now. I’ll will see if I can get spark, if not I may need to find parts. It is All part of the T learning experience. Much like the experience of telling the wife I have...

Just brought home another one. Same story. Someone passed and need to clean out garage, but this one has a distributor. Haven’t tried to do anything with it. What Model is this thing? Are there parts available? Thanks Mike

THANKS for all the info! Experience is the best teacher. I should be able to make the seep go away.

I replaced my freeze plugs last year. I had the choice of brass or steel. I used brass for no specific reason. The block castings seems to be smooth and clean. An engine builder I know told me to coat the plugs with some brown sealer that he recommended. They still seep just a little. Wanted to get ...

THANKS for all the info. Going to try to give the old car a test drive this weekend. Been sitting for a few decades.

I’m helping a guy get a car running after 15 years. It starts and runs smooth. It has this after market head. I am assuming it is a higher compression. I think it is a “Giant” brand. When doing a compression test what PSI reading should I get? Thanks

I did it again. Bought a bunch of stuff just to get a few model T parts (you’ve done it). This was in one of the boxes. I have what looks like a mag pickup. Any ideas? Thanks.

Ground around on an old chisel. This allowed me to get over that little “hump” and get solid contact behind the outer bearing. Inner bearing was not an issue. Thanks

Thanks for the ideas!. I like it. A bigger hammer and/ or more voltage. Tim the tool man Taylor would be proud. I will let you know how it goes. Thanks!

I added a photo. Thanks

I am changing wheels on one of my cars. I’m going to change the front wheel bearings. One of the outer races is worn thin and there is not enough “ledge” to get behind to knock it out. I am looking for ideas before I try my “untested” idea. Thanks!

Just checked. Looks like just over 2 volts with hand crank. May not be a good mag, but likely is a functioning mag. Thanks

What voltage should you get with an analog A/C voltmeter at the mag pickup point when cranking? I’m looking at a non running car that has sat for years and wondering if mag is functional. There maybe other simple test, and open for ideas. Thanks

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