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Thanks for sharing. I love those pictures!

Does anyone know what these go on? The little one's I thought were for the brass hubs, but they are too small. The little round helmet looking one appears to go on a small front headlight of what car? The longs one' s intrigue me....... There is velcro on the back of the long one's. Thank you in adv...

Does anyone know a place in southern eastern PA or in Maryland or Delaware who polishes brass and then coats them?

I would like to drive the parts to be polished rather than mail them.

There is or was a place in southern PA where I took them about 7 years ago. Can't remember where.

Thank you!

The car was sold yesterday.

I am leaving from the Baltimore area now (45 minutes north of Baltimore) to the Seaside Heights NJ car show tomorrow. My 90 year old father lives there so I wanted to see him and make it a last hooray with the Touring that I am selling. I might not see this post till I get back. If any of you Jersey...

I love these old pictures. What a story they tell! Thanks for posting.

more pictures.

1912 Touring with slab side. Ground up restoration completed June 4, 2016. On the maiden voyage a rod went through the 1912 block 3 miles from home(previous owner restored engine but never ran it.) I kept the block and purchased another engine around 1923 I think, from Kevin Pruss. I have the receip...

This is what I have done for many years: 1. Go to the AACA website and print out all maps of all the Hershey fields. 2. Go to this Forum's General Discussion where someone always posts a question something like, "what are you selling at Hershey." 3. Print out that forum page of the spaces where peop...

Wonderful!

That's awesome!

Oh, this is for a 1912, I forgot there were slight changes over the years. That can account for some of the confusion.

I have the wishbone over and under the axle.

Bob

All advice was very helpful, thank you!!

In fact I had the manual and forgot I have it!

The diagrams John are also very appreciated.

I took apart the whole front end only to put it back together because the car got the death wobble. Does the front axle where the spindle goes in get a bushing? Does the spindle where the wishbone goes in get a bushing? Both are either so worn I can't tell if there is a bushing or there is no bushin...

Thank you! It all makes sense. The wobble occurred on it's first time on the road as a test run after putting it together.
I'll do as described above.

Is the cause of severe front end wobble because of bad shackles, or probably shackles or maybe shackles? Any other reason?

The wobbles oddly is not consistent as to when it happens. But when it has, the speed was only as it was shifted from low to high going up a small hill.

Thank you in advanced!

Before I reinvent the wheel, does anyone have advice on how to keep coils from popping up? As the car rids and vibrates, the coils rise just enough to throw the timing off. I already wedged and re-wedged cardboard between the coils but some still pop up. I can imagine a fix but my method seems too c...

I have Rocky's on my 12 touring and sure stops on the 12 'pick up car.' I really like the peace of mind with the sure stop.

Awesome! Thanks for keeping the tradition going !

I love ibiz products waterless wash and wax, maybe not wax but after a sponge bath I keep it looking shiny with Ibiz. I'm in hotel room now waiting for Hershey to open up in ten and a half hours so I don't remember the exact name but it is good stuff.

I would try selling it as is now. If it does not sell part it out. The risk of parts is the risk of only selling 80% of the car and left with 20% parts taking up space in the garage. Of course you can just sell the left over parts for cheap just to get rid of them. Or swap them with a vender for par...

I had the exact same problem. Did what the guys above said and it is fine now.

Came across this picture of a wedding I did a few years ago and thought it was neat to share again! Like I said, cars have come a looong way over the years!

I am shaving the top bows ends to fit the top irons by using a grinder with wood cutter wheel.

Is there an easier or correct way to trim new bows?

How long should the bow end be trimmed to slipped onto the bow? I estimate 6 inches........?

Thanks!

Re: AACA Hershey Fall Meet Tues Oct 4 –Fri, Oct 7 2022 Just moving to the top

Just moving to the top

moving to the top as a reminder.

I am starting my Hershey list this weekend.

thanks for your response. The fork is original so hopefully it will bend as you say. The pipe leverage was a good idea.

It was a torpedo roadster. I sold the tank and trunk and put a buckboard on it.

The body is now a 2 seat pick up.

if the engine year and the car year are different, do I refer to it by 'engine year'

The car is technically a 1912 frame with a 1926 engine. Do I register it as a 26 and therefore tell MVA it is a 1926?

Thank you!

I know this is done all the time. That is why I am so annoyed at the guy representing the MVA.

I just sent pictures to Hagerty. So, once it is titled I can test drive it on the street.

I didn't think headlamps came in different widths relative to the forks. The forks are about 7" center to center of the lamp bracket holes. The lamp bracket holes are about 6.75" center to center. I had a hard time getting accurate measurements. The picture looks like they are both about 7"but they ...

I went to the MVA in Maryland. The guy made me so made I had to say, 'THANK YOU' and walk away!! I kept telling him the car did not come with a title. I bought it at a flea market type place (Hershey.) He kept telling me that all cars have a title. Of course they are suppose to come with a title. Bu...

Just picked up the buckboard I had made by the Lancaster area Amish wagon builder ($500). I am converting a 1912 roadster torpedo to a pick up. It is challenging and fun to creatively put a 1914 gas tank under the seat, drill holes for the battery box, 1927 engine from Ed Henline, selling the 1912 r...

Looks like one end belongs on the transmission post?

I agree. Good people,good food,good weather (at times), and a good swap meet. I found parts, swapped parts,and sold parts. Looking forward to next year.

Rain gear! Lord, please don't let it rain on our swap meet in Luray VA., this Thursday, Friday and Gettysburg PA., on Sunday! In your name amen.

So sad and upsetting. God bless the Lang family with peace and love.

Perry Kete, that was funny! I like how you rationalized that.

I will use it for show show. It might look cool on the side of the wood buckboard.

Do they sell information plates ? mine does not have any plate or writing o it.

Thank you Pat and Dom. I might sell it or polish it up and attach it to the wood bed of the buckboard I am building.

Original brass upper windshield, with glass - 1912-1913-1914?? has Rand Corporation tag riveted to top Steel bottom windshield - not sure if Model T. With glass. set of brass glass channels side light brackets, steel silence plate holder - steel 1912 muffler parts I don't want to give this stuff awa...

I was coveting T parts like the aluminum hogs heads, brass radiator (that I said I would rebuild some day and never will), and other brass parts, etc......then I thought, how many times do we see estate sales selling a crap load of parts. So I decided to sell and use the money towards the next model...

I will not be able to fit all that I have. But I will post here what MIGHT go. 2 rebuilt wheels 4 used wheels 1912 Torpedo Roadster gas tank and rear deck tool box Two piece drive shaft (might not be good??) 1912 Running board, new repo (only the right side) Brass round mirror Brass horn 3 aluminum ...

I am gathering parts to bring to Luray. My first time attending and my first time selling T parts at a meet.

I have seen these but do not know what it is. It appears to be in very good condition. I am trying to price it for Luray. Thank you in advance!

Good idea. Thank you Sheri!

Thank you! c You all gave me a great idea.

I am looking for someone to solder the brass horn coil hose tot he reed.

Also if they can, to beef up the stem that attaches the horn to the body / door. I have had several of these over the years and they all snap apart.
Do they make a strong horn support ?

Than you, Bob Poane

That is very sad. My sincere condolences to his family.

I am sorry to have brought this up again. I obviously missed it on the forum.

I am going to start a new thread so the subject of 'RV' does not keep coming up.

Does anyone have RV Andersons email?

The one I used bounced back undeliverable.

If you see this RV, please email me at rtpoane@hotmail.com.

I need a brass horn repaired.

Thank you!

I read your comments and I thank you!

I installed a 1914 gas tank under the seat of this 1912 Torpedo. The reservoir fit perfectly under the seat high above the master cylinder. But due to the gas tank I have to find another higher ground.

I repositioned the brake fluid reservoir to a position that is below the brake mechanism. Does it matter that it is below the mechanism? Must it be higher for gravity feed or is there a negative pressure (positive pressure?) that sucks the fluid into the brake lines....... Thank you in advance. Bob

2 T's....no pumps, but I have one in a box.

Took it off because it leaked!

I am still appreciating you posts on the buckboard.

I am printing them out for reference. Then going to an Amish gentleman for consideration of the build. His business makes wagons etc... for the Amish. They also do iron works too.

I love pictures like these! They tell a story that you can imagine in your mind. Thanks for sharing.

Beautiful!

Yea, I might shorten it an put a brace underneath so it does not crack if someone sits on the end.

Absolutely precocious!

Oh that is what he meant by 'rail' around the back. He mentioned Dan Mari. Dan Mari is about 20 miles me. We meet occasionally. I will small talk with him about it. Thanks for sharing!

ha ha ha that's great. A 4 foot buckboard will extend about 21 inches' past the deck of my torpedo. I am glad to see others look like. Thanks! I suppose I can cut it back a respectful amount............

Thanks for sharing. Very neat! I am going to go with the buckboard concept.

Hi Tim, I sent you an email. Bob

Thank you Frank, for going out of your way to research these pictures!

I could be way, way, way wrong, but it seems like the guys and gals on this forum play and sell to each other-ish and the prices are low. We are like the active hobbyist (I know that is all true. I have met guys who do not like to use this forum or the internet.) But buyers who do not read this foru...

Thank you Scot for the informative explanation!

I took the carb apart. The screws came off without a screwdriver because the person before me cleaned it up and polished it. I hear what you all are saying so I am going to take to Hershey and ask for a professional appraisal. It might be worth $400 or it might be worth at least $175? Thanks again! ...

Ed and Richard, that was what I was looking for. Thank you! I will take it apart and see what it looks like and go from their. Regards, Bob

It does help, thanks John!

Thank you for your feedback, thoughts and reasoning about a rebuild. The car is not original so I doubt it would command a fair price on resale compared to keeping it 'original.' I don't want to go through rebuilding another T so I will continue to think and rethink about the make over. Thanks again...

Thanks Dan! I had no idea.

Thank you Allen. I have been going through one of the vendor catalogues but can't seem to find this set up??

Jerry, thanks for your input. I am not looking for an appraisal per se'. I thought this carburator sells for $400. Am I too high or too low? My intent is not to under or over sell what I believe is a valuable Model T asset. I was saving this brass carburetor to include with the sale (someday) of my ...

I asked this before and someone was kind enough to respond but I forget who he is. I would like ot PM him if he responds again. The pick up will extend about 18 to 20 inches I think. If so, won't that potentially crack or break if someone sits on the tail? I would grateful if someone posted pictures...

What would be a fair selling price for this - stamped Dodge Brothers brass spider?

Appears to be in very good condition.

Thank you in advance!

Bob

What would be a fair selling price for this - brass 1912 carburetor?

Thank you in advance!

Bob

What would be a fair selling price for this - fan and fan set up?

Appears to be in very good condition.

Thank you in advance!

Bob

What would be a fair selling price for this transmission band?

Thank you in advance!
Bobn

What would be a fair selling price for this clutch plate?

Thank you in advance!
Bob

What would be a fair selling price for this clutch plate?

Thank you in advance!

Thank you JT. I will sell them as brass rods for whatever purpose and let the buyer cut them down for their needs.

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Does anyone know if these are Model T brass rods?

They measure 72 inches and are only bent at the top.

I thought they were for an 1911 roadster (running board to windshield) , but they seem too long???

Thank you!

Bob

Why does the front tires, mostly the front left I believe, bow in like it is about to collapse when I turn to the left. I tighten the wheel that kinda helped, but not much. The inner bearings were not very tight. Is this a bad bearing situation? It is still in the restoration stage. It is not street...

Andrew, I love your passion and enthusiasm for your Model T! You did a great job! It looks great!

Makes sense, got it, thanks Allen!

Thanks Ken, I'll check them out.

Higher top bow makes sense now that you mentioned it Altair.

Good thought process Wayne, thanks!

Thank you Wayne, This is for a 1912 Torpedo Roadster. I have a 1912 Touring so I will see if I can estimate the fit-in length for the touring and emulate it for the roadster.

I have top bows that are new repo's.
The ends are squared that need to be sanded to fit the irons.
The question is, is there a certain length that goes into the iron or do I just arbitrate 6 inches or so.
Thank you!

Got it. Thanks!

Would someone please tell me how to stop the gas valve from leaking? My other T also leaks but I live with that one.
The leak is from the top. I tried taking it apart and putting soap on it and some other stuff they say airplanes us on gas valves (I think.)
Thank you in advance, Bob

It is a scratch. Thanks!

The bolt hole is center ok. Thanks!

There is a gap between the frame and the engine support arms. Is this acceptable or might the weight of the engine pull down the frame? The best I can measure, the engine support frame hole is 21.5 on center. There is a block of wood inside the frame rail. And their is a bolt through the side rail, ...

Thank you again!!

Drag Link - thank you - I often confuse the two. Measure the pitman arm - good to know! I was afraid road bumps would bend the drag link. Guess not. I put an accessary wishbone on my 12 touring. I plan on putting one on this torpedo too. Thanks for the advice! Hmmm, hopefully the engine will setting...

The tie rod is about 1/8 to 1/4 at the most from the wishbone. I would think that over time it would bend or break. The only solution I see is taking the steel steering shaft to my welder and having him extend the shaft about an inch. Do any of you know what to do or think it is too dangerous to let...

That makes sense. Although ironically that problem is in the T that is painted and restored and I can live with the shorter column.

Now on to the 12 torpedo conundrum. Thank you Walter!

Thank you Walter. This is perplexing because the 12 touring column tube is 23 1/2 and if it was 25 1/2 like the 12 torpedo, the steering wheel would be pressing against my lap. As it is now the steering wheel is so close I have to spread my legs to advance the timing. Maybe I will have to sell these...

thanks Dan, but now I am more perplexed. The steering shaft length that you shared is 54 1/4" long and not 56". The part I am referring to is in the picture. Of course now I wonder why my shaft is so short? (remember this is a family forum! No comments. lol) Deal with that next. The column is 25 1/2...

bought a 1912 Torpedo roadster that was in parts. The gentlemen I bought it from collected 1912 parts over the years so it is not an original per se'. I bought brass plated 1911 - 1912 timing and gas rods from a vendor but the rods are too short. (So is the steering shaft because I think the column ...

Good feedback, thanks!

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