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I have two Model T's that unfortunately I need to sell to help my Sons medical bills The full listing for the touring is on ebay Located in Mishawaka Indiana about 90 miles east of Chicago on I-80 There are 20 pictures of it on ebay I posted about it last year The estate Son started it right up and ...

With regrets I have been selling part of my car collection. Sold 4 cars in the last month This is a 1927 Touring Great shape wire wheels One small tear in back seat I have not had time to use it. Remaining problem the seller started it right up nice, ran smooth drove it up on my trailer. it has the ...

This years theme " Used sleigh for sale Santa Bought a Car ! " One of my Model T's driven by Santa Did need to put a canopy over it to protect all the new wood in the body. Go to the 1:15 second for the car
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dS3i2JAaNps

There is so much help here. I had posted about trying to hook up NH carb on a 1927 Engine. Another post had what I hope is an answer!!! Steering rod throttle lever, bolt on style :D :D :D Model T 6297 - Steering rod throttle lever, for use on a non-vaporizer steering column to allow you to use a vap...

Thanks all for info Texas T has this part It seems like a 2 piece wood block that slips over steering column but not sure it will work seems like it would not allow movement of the control rods As you can see no attachment points on columns

I have seen the solid connectors but a bolt on lever would be great "can get a bolt on lever, 6297," I looked and Snyders and MAcs I will try Langs any other sources?

Thank you for this info That would make sense if they took the vaporizer carb off and replaced it why there is no hole in the valve side plate cover
What really puzzles me is the absence of any connecting pieces on the steering column spark and throttle rods to connect the carb and commutator.

Question s ( basic) how does one install the spark rod, and carb lever rod It appears I will need to remove the steering assembly somehow and slip them on the two rods on either side of the steering column? carb and spark commutaor rods? Pins? Are they friction fit so they do not turn when torque ap...

I would like number one with a good latch How do we proceed? Dave kriegel dakriegel@yahoo.com

I am switching a 1927 Ford from a distributor coil back to the original I have a rebuilt coil box from the Annual Indiana meet but need a top for it If anyone has one just let me know a price I like to get cars back to original I also have one of my 4 Model T Fords for sale on Ebay right now The TT ...

I am going to sell 2 of my 4 Model T's ( keep 2) I would rather advertise here First so they have a better chance of staying in the USA When I advertise on Ebay 4 have sold over the last 15 years overseas. I bought this cute Jittney at the Auburn Auction many years ago It was a surprise as I bought ...

I have been working on Model T's for 20 years and still only know a little bit about these great cars This forum and the little black book have taught me a great deal ! I am fixing one that has no connecting control rods between the spark advance and carb control rods on the steering column There ar...

An electrician built a few of the chargers to charge my battery from the magneto Here is a good explanation from him on how it works there is a picture attached It does work ! > > neat so does the 1156 bulb act as a resistor converting ac to dc??? > Best Wishes,Dave No, it's the diode that converts ...

Interesting computer animation

https://www.motor1.com/news/545831/ford ... ine-video/

Summary asked to help with an inherited Model T ( not mine) Model T steering column LACKS / MISSING the attachments to attach to control rods for carburetor and distributor ONE attachment is there but it is up a few inches from the firewall ! So my question is " is there an after market piece I may ...

My thanks to all I bought the conversion kit as a backup As I need to get the car running by this Sunday My Grandchildren will be here for 10 days Did not see them at all last summer due to pandemic They could not leave their NAvy Base Want to make sure they can take a drive in the T for memories wh...

WOW thank you for all the great advice I will check on first choking the heck out of the carb, I will check for the hole in the vaporizer plate and other suggestions I did order from Langs who were VERY HELPFUL their full conversion kit minus the carb which I have I will post an update on what I fin...

Langs called in response to a question There are no detailed instructions They suggest I also buy part number 3535B a rod Thanks to all I will try it

It supposedly allows use of an NH without punching a hole in the block Anyone use it and could send me a few pictures of how it is installed??

https://www.modeltford.com//item/6299CL.aspx

David Kriegel Mishawaka IN dakriegel@yahoo.com

WOW thanks again to all I did find this info on an old forum post Detailed diagrams on how the carb is put together that explains so so much !!! This forum is essential to me to learn Look at the color diagrams ! http://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/822076/869872.html?1529609068 :D :D :D

WOW Thank you all for the advice. I spoke to Mr Potter who rebuilds these carbs and is an expert. ( Yes he sold a new one a month ago oh well) I am going to first confirm fuel flow to the carb Then figure out the choke mechanism Choke as you say the poop out of it maybe 3 seconds of cranking with th...

Can anyone point me to 1. Someone who rebuild vaporizer carbs or 2. Has any links on how to adjust and clean them 3. Any resource literature I have a 1927 that the owner did start and drive up on my car trailers. I AM DOING something really wrong as I can not get it to start I called Snyder's they d...

Can anyone point me to 1. Someone who rebuild vaporizer carbs or 2. Has any links on how to adjust and clean them 3. Any resource literature I have a 1927 that the owner did start and drive up on my car trailers. I AM DOING something really wrong as I can not get it to start I called Snyder's they d...

Story I bought one of the last Model T's made. It has the vaporizer carb Long story, the seller started it right up. Me NO failure to start and run . SO I need to learn to clean and adjust this new piece of technology so I can start it and drive with my 13 year old grandson. Basically fuel starvatio...

Thanks to you members I have had a great time for many years. I started buying and fixing old cars in 1964 age 14 Had 17 cars fixed up before I could drive ( including tractors) I bought my first Model T ?? on Ebay year ?? Thanks to the forum I was hooked Because of the simplicity, grace the ease of...

Greetings I have tried to search the forum for key words "key" "key cylinder " replace key cylinder" ( Guess what I need to replace???) I got 13 hits but no advice . Someone looks like they tried to jimmy the lock cylinder of my car in storage so the cylinder face is marred. Key will not go in. I bo...

Here is a you tube link just after I got it started for the first time. The young man has the top frame and new top

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OFhydXf ... ture=share

I can not go . I want to go this sounds like an amazing auction. If anyone buys extras and would like to sell me 2 heads a coil ring and starter ring a hogshead for a starter so I can convert a non starter to a starter I live in Mishawaka Indiana northern Indiana If anyone between Michigan and Loui...

I got my first Model T maybe 20 years ago. I like to fix cars. In the past I did a lot of classic VW Beetles and 50's cars. I became fascinated by the simplicity and engineering genius of the Model T. I was hooked. Thanks to this forum First I learned of the " Black Book" a wonderful teaching tool....

My thanks to all !!! Usinf two thin bade straigt screw drivers I was able to carefully pop the side rivit bumps, then the top It came right off!! So much for my new 30 dollar tool !!!!

Thank you all!!

Will you let me know before this event next year? I will try and bring my T from Indiana

I have lubricated rim front and rear with wd-40 I bought the rim removal tool No luck It seems the problem is the rim will not push in to any degree therefore not releasing the lug cut out on the light bowl. Any suggestions? I have been pushing in hard with the tool and see only a tiny movement back

At age 11 in our seculded neighbor hood he drives with me at his side. He loves spending the summer here for all he gets to do with grandpa

Puzzled by commutator problem Normally on Model T’s I find top dead center on number one piston. Then adjust spark advance on steering column 3 pegs down and adjust commutator to fire. On this non starter car, number one fires at top dead center but moving the commutator back and forth by the lever ...

Thank you all !! This is why I like repairing and learning Model T's Where else can I put a question out on a Sunday Morning and get so much help and advice in just a few hours !!!!

My pin fell out and is lost Looking in Snyders and MAcs I see the entire assembly for sale but not just the pin Am I blind or does someone see where I can buy just the pin? Another member suggest I fabricate a pin drilling a hole in it I need advice on finding a soft metal of the correct diameter He...

I pulled the inspection cover for the transmission looks good. I just installed pistons rings and valves correctly and pinned What I discovered in on the hand crank ( non starter car) there are two retaining bolts, one for the fan pulley connected to the crank and one pin for the hand crank The pin ...

Thank you all for your advice The car WAS traveling in low then klunk no low The low band looks good I will be turning the engine over with high gear engaged and a back wheel elevated I HOPE something minor !!!!! Never have rebuilt a rear end !!!

greetings from my previous post after 65 years engine started when put into low gear heard loud klunk klunk and low band stopped. Pulled inspection plate. Other contributors suggest sounds like a broken drum ( yuck) before I take off hogshead ( difficult for me) any suggestions like what I am thinki...

=Thank you for the comments I am posting another post on how to diagnosis a broken drum. My understanding and what I can see is two -3 smooth drums connected to the bands and planetary gear. By slow,y hand cranking the engine I should be able to see cracks ( broken chunks) from these drums causing t...

Well after many many hours I have got the engine to run non starter car after 65 years Now a problem, pushing down on low gear heard klunk klunk klung then low band went out. Pulled inspection panel loosened low gear Bands were all there nuts and springs were on drums I took nut off of brake withdra...

Thank you all for the great advice especially on group one size This is for a 1925 starter car I am repairing for a friend

It appears the size I need is 19L? but finding one? I will try tractor supply stores tomorrow but any suggestions please I did a battery forum search lots of info on battery carriers and 12 volt but could not find a recommendation on a good 6 volt battery

Thank you for the information !!! I did not know the key number was on the switch !!!

I just got a beat up 1921 with the ignition shot. I sent it out to the great ignition re-builder. To get the car running folks suggested running a 6 volt wire right to the coil box with an on off switch IT WORKS SO tomorrow try and start the car !

I JUST BOUGHT A 1923 with a nice ignition switch but no key It does not take number 55 I will be looking for keys that fit if anyone has any Saturday If not can I send it somewhere to get a key that fits?

Great idea I will take commutator off and clean it again make sure it is getting good contact ! Thanks you

Thanks for the ideas I did grind frame metal bright to get a good battery ground. I will check voltage at the coil box to be safe. I will put in old fashion champion X plugs and try starting on MAG !~! Never give up

Well I have been working on a non starter 1917 for a month Zero compression, no spark Now with valve and ring job, new wiring, rebuilt coils still no start I have narrowed it down to a very weak visible spark when I lay the plugs on the block and rotate the cylinders into firing order . I have read ...

Well I have been working on a non starter 1917 for a month Zero compression, no spark Now with valve and ring job, new wiring, rebuilt coils still no start I have narrowed it down to a very weak visible spark when I lay the plugs on the block and rotate the cylinders into firing order . I have read ...

Hi I have tried the classifieds I am bidding on the only available switch on ebay

I need one quick to get a car ready for my Grandson to learn to drive in, All the suppliers are out of reproductions I have sent mine in for rebuild but if anyone has one for sale it will be appreciated

I need one quick to get a car ready for my Grandson to learn to drive in, All the suppliers are out of reproductions I have sent mine in for rebuild but if anyone has one for sale it will be appreciated I have posted also to classified with no takers

Yup thanks I will call Mr Martin Langs, Snyders and MAcs do not have the repos anymore

I need an ignition switch assembly to get a 1923 running I have the key and ammeter but the back wiring assembly has detached I figure just buy a repo and do new wiring harness Langs, Snyders and Macs have no assemblies Does anyone know anther parts supplier I can call? My other choice is to learn h...

I am trying to rewire a 1923 The key, ignition switch assembly is shot If you have a reproduction or good switch and key assembly with or without ammeter please give me a price thanks Dave Kriegel Mishawaka IN dakriegel@yahoo.com 574 323 5709

And the Wife says "where are you going to put this one?"I greatly enjoy being a "care taker" for another great car. I really enjoy getting them back in superb condition from a non running status, learning a bit more fixing each one !!! Lots of learning from all you experienced forum members helping...

I have gotten a great deal of good advice on doing a job I have never done - repairing the block valve seats before putting in new valves. From the picture posted it seems to me the block is the problem with my very low cylinder compression despite just carefully fitting new piston rings. When I do ...

Thank you Scott I did call The person that specializes in Model T tools is off right now. There is a kit on sale on EBAy that says it is for Model T's bot it is a combination kit. I wanted to make sure it had the right cutter tool I will call them again Monday morning but if this ebay kit will do th...

Picture taken before starting lapping valve

Well ALMOST done fixing a 1917 New rings wiring, carb but still way low compression. Take a look at the valve and seats. On number one cylinder I now have a continuous grind feel after 300 rotations of the lapping back and forth tool on intake but not exhaust. I am guessing I need to cut a new face....

Well after 3 weeks good cylinders, good rings, good clean fuel, good spark now to get compression so the engine will start. Valves need redone Did 300 revolutions with grinding compound on number one cylinder decided need to regrind a good block seal face and buy new valves and springs The problem i...

what a great idea using a magnet

This old Model T will need the filter changed many times after 45 years to keep the carb from jamming up with debris It looks like coffee grounds I am scraping from system

Thanks again to all I MAY HAVE found my fuel blockage problem ( I hope) see pics

Getting a 1918 car that has been sitting at least 45 years zero compression zero spark zero fuel Thanks for The suggestion of checking the fuel filter Now to go to a tractor supply and clean everything out and get a new filter or two

Good idea, take off sediment glass bulb and clean it out see if any fuel gets to the sediment valve Time to suck gas out of the tank

New piston rings, new coils new wiring new carb BUT NO FUEL FLOW Before I installed the carb on a car that has been sitting for 45 years plus I put fuel in the tank ( 5 gallons) to flush the lines. Carb is off Copper fuel line has and gate valve on 1/8? inch copper line. Buy no fuel flow out the lin...

Well I have had an interesting time revitalizing a Model T 1918 that has not been run for at least 45 years. You need good compression, good coils and timing and fuel to run. This car has ZERO compression, a rusted carb, bad coils, jury rigged spliced non ford wiring etc etc. Well it did have good t...

My thank you to all the great replies. I stopped working on 1940-1950 cars 20 years ago when parts became so hard to find and I discovered Model T's They are so easy and fun to work on. I get great pleasure on hearing an engine start again after decades of not running !!!!

Thank you ALL !!! from the wiring diagram page 5 it appears the blue wire running from the ignition switch to the coil box, I can bypass the non existent ignition switch and wire 12 volts ( suggested) direct to the battery Car has no generator nor starter Wire a on off toggle switch to the steering ...

Wiring help –getting direct DC power to coils bypassing ignition switch Well men I need help. I am getting a 1918 Ford running again after decades of storage so a grandson can give the running car back to his 94 year old grandfather running. I need to do this quickly this week as the grandfather is ...

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