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GG Gregory

Does anyone have a contact for Joe Bell who rebuilds engines?

GG Gregory

I recently got a magnet charger that I’d like to test except I don’t have any magnets. Let me know if you have a few to sell.

GG Gregory

Yes Charlie B, they are all HCCT’s

Charlie B in N.J. wrote: ↑
Fri Nov 29, 2024 2:59 pm
Are they all HCCT’s? Only the very last one (1999.99) appears to actually be an HCCT. My knowledge is somewhat limited . The others look like what they are advertised as: Buzz boxes.

GG Gregory

Here’s my mag charger that I just bought. Haven’t used it yet, looks like it should work fine.

GG Gregory

I’m looking for a KR Wilson style magneto gap gauge

GG Gregory

Bushings are supposed to wear out before your shackles.

GG Gregory

Watch out for user name garysoul on here. He told me he was at Kim Dobbins place and saw a tool I was looking for. Well, I knew Kim was on the forum so I sent a message to the email the guy posted. The pic of the tool he sent belongs to another forum member. Be careful out there, the crooks are gett...

GG Gregory

I’m still looking to buy this spindle bushing cutter. Lang’s no longer is selling them. I’d even consider a Steven’s original if the price is right.

GG Gregory

jethro wrote: ↑
Tue Jul 09, 2024 3:26 pm
Only one sold at $650.00 therefore raising price to $725.00 each. Or if you prefer buy the Allen coil tester advertised elsewhere on this site for $1200.00, your choice.

NOW THATS HOW YOU REALLY SELL STUFF

GG Gregory

I use non ethanol gas 95% of the time, I thought that would reduce the buildup of varnish. I’ll remove the valve and clean/lap it.

GG Gregory

I used Timesaver when I first polished the valve.

GG Gregory

Just back off on the valve pack nut a little bit so you can turn the valve. I did that and it didn’t help, I didn’t have it really tight to begin with. The only thing that did help was once I backed off the packing nut I pulled out on the valve and it would then turn but once I put the nut back on ...

GG Gregory

The fuel valve on my 27 Roadster has gotten impossible to turn off or on. Before I installed it about 4 years ago I lapped the brass valve with lapping compound and it’s worked great, easily turned and no leaks. Well I still have no leaks but it’s very stiff. Will it need to be lapped every so often...

GG Gregory

Thanks Dan. I’ll contact him. Wish I had those back issues on the wiper.

GG Gregory

I have a Ford Dealer option vacuum wiper from 1926/27 that I’d like to get rebuilt. I made contact with Ficken Wiper Repair but they don’t rebuild pot metal wipers. Is there anyone else who offers the service?

GG Gregory

Original Ford 1926/27. I’m guessing this was a Dealer item? I’d love to get it restored and put on my 27 Roadster.

GG Gregory

Kerry, you win the cigar for actually reading and understanding my post and giving me the answer I needed ! Thanks!

GG Gregory

Jerry, for instance the journal is standard 1.248, how many thousands out of round can a journal be and still be within specs without having the entire crankshaft ground ? I’ve not had the journals checked with a mic yet. I’m kinda new at this, thanks for the help. You are there already. I grind cr...

GG Gregory

Jerry, for instance the journal is standard 1.248, how many thousands out of round can a journal be and still be within specs without having the entire crankshaft ground ? I’ve not had the journals checked with a mic yet. I’m kinda new at this, thanks for the help.

GG Gregory

I’ve been dismantling the March 1927 spare engine I got recently. Everything looks pretty good except one co-rod bearing, it has a few missing pieces of Babbitt. My question is what is the limit undersize the journal can be without having to have the whole crankshaft turned? I hope I explained it co...

GG Gregory

Thanks. Yes I have the cotter pin out. I’ll rig up something to help press it out, not worried about the old pulley.

GG Gregory

It’s a stock Ford pulley.

Jerry VanOoteghem wrote: ↑
Fri May 31, 2024 8:45 pm
It shouldn't be a tapered pin, unless someone modified it in the past.

What type of pulley do you have? Stock, Ford style, or modern aluminum one?

GG Gregory

Ok, I should know this but I’ve forgotten. Is the pin that holds the crank pulley a tapered one? I don’t think it is but I’m having a time getting it out. I’d rather not pound on it really hard but it’s looking like I make have to.

GG Gregory

I see mine in the pile ! Got it Saturday, thanks !

GG Gregory

Jeff and I stayed in contact a lot, he even FaceTime me once while he was in the hospital. He was a straight shooter and said what he thought, I respected that about him. RIP my friend.

GG Gregory

Just placed my order !!!

GG Gregory

Valves are sold pending shipping quote

ModelTWoods wrote: ↑
Sun May 12, 2024 10:54 am

keola96 wrote: ↑
Sat May 11, 2024 11:47 pm
never mind, I'll send email--just figured out how to do that.
Please post update on valves. Are they promised and sold; or not?

GG Gregory

Email sent

GG Gregory

Email sent on the valves

GG Gregory

A professional paint job will cost you 3 times the value of the car…and you’ll still have a$8-$10k car if you have to sell it. What does it matter if it cost 5-times ...or even 10-times the value of the car? I do not get this mindset! How many other things in life do we buy that are not worth what ...

GG Gregory

A professional paint job will cost you 3 times the value of the car…and you’ll still have a$8-$10k car if you have to sell it.

GG Gregory

Definitely 2. Maybe all 4 if the price is right. Thanks

GG Gregory

Thanks RajoRacer !

GG Gregory

Speedytinc, it’s the cast brackets I’m needing. I edited my post.

GG Gregory

I’m looking for a set of pre 26-27 cast running board brackets for a garage display project.

GG Gregory

Good info. How would the mag tester I have work? One to the mag post and one to a ground on the car? I’m a little afraid to touch anything to the mag post in fear of dis charging the mag

GG Gregory

I have one like it, and also a KR Wilson mag tester which looks like the amp meter. I’ve never known how to use them.

GG Gregory

RajoRacer, where did you purchase that tap?

GG Gregory

No mystery. They’re aftermarket items for a Model A. I have a set just like them.

GG Gregory

It’s very irritating !

GG Gregory

Would that be a band adjustment wrench?

GG Gregory

Message sent

GG Gregory

I’ve got a few of those, always thought they were odd.

GG Gregory

I haven’t punched the hole yet. I was given the 27 chassis from my late friends collection. The car had caught fire early in its life and sat for many years before my buddy bought it in the late 1950’s. He swore it was a very low mileage car as bud had planned to build a speedster one day, but it ne...

GG Gregory

Thanks everyone

GG Gregory

I was gifted a complete 27 chassis with Vaporizer carb. Of course I’ll be using a regular Holly carb after I look over the engine. What’s the best way to knock out a hole between the cylinders for the carb rod ?

GG Gregory

I have 2 of those, they were threaded

GG Gregory

You might try antique shops. I picked up a USA made pump yesterday.

GG Gregory

Email sent

GG Gregory

It’s going to be tuff finding the right horn button. And, that’s not a Fat Man steering wheel.

GG Gregory

David, payment sent. Thanks

GG Gregory

Email sent

GG Gregory

I got mine from Lang’s

GG Gregory

Have one like it on my 27 Roadster, and a good spare if I ever need it !

GG Gregory

Beware of a guy named William Morgan. He offered to sell a tool in reply to a post I made on the Model T Ford Facebook page. The photo he sent was pulled from this site by Dan Treese. Lucky for me I recognized the photo ! Sadly seems even our poor ole Model T’s aren’t safe nowadays!

GG Gregory

I’d love to own those ! Sadly shipping cost would probably be expensive.

GG Gregory

I have the tool like Arbs has as above. I wish someone would reproduce the Stevens tool like Dan has.

GG Gregory

What do you guys use to face off the brass spindle bushings? I bought one from a guy who used it one time to do his car, he bought from one of the Vendors. It wont cut anything!! It doesn’t look damaged, just very dull. No sure it can be sharpened? I don’t really need one at the moment but will some...

GG Gregory

This tool only works for FORD type roller timer’s.

GG Gregory

Good advice

GG Gregory

It was very common from the late 1940’s through very early 1970’s for Bluegrass Acts to have a comedy routine on each show. Lester Flatt and Earl Scruggs ( Beverly Hillbillies ) had the comedy with Cousin Jake and Uncle Josh. Jake would do Old McDonalds Farm with sound effects, funny stuff from long...

GG Gregory

That’s a live concert by the Stanley Brothers, Carter and Ralph….late 1950’s I believe. Ralph did part of the sound track in the movie O’ Brother where art thou. He sang Oh Death during the Klan scene. I can’t remember the guys name who’s doing the T sounds, I’ve got it here somewhere.

GG Gregory

I have one in my collection. Gotta ask, why would you want to use a 100 yr old Babbitt bushing?? Not arguing at all, just wondering if it’s actually better than a modern bushing.

GG Gregory

You guys should realize that true color doesn’t always show in pictures. That board is real, just like the one on my wall…except I have a multiple keys !

GG Gregory

It would help if you list the model years they fit.

GG Gregory

Just curious, when were these switches used???

GG Gregory

Jim Eubanks, sometimes ours runs long after dark, used to be here around noon. Nobody wants to work.

GG Gregory

Email sent

GG Gregory

I’ll take the thrust reamer

GG Gregory

Who manufactured the original lifts like Dan pictured? I’ve looked mine over and can’t find a mark. They look a awfull lot like KR Wilson

GG Gregory

I have an original set for the front, but never used them.

GG Gregory

I found a place not far from me that sells specialty wood. Going to check there.

GG Gregory

I just remembered. I have some very clear straight red oak, about the same size as the Bows, would that work ? Oak is tuff but will hold up under the stress ???

GG Gregory

Allen, who would’ve thought! Haha

Allan wrote: ↑
Tue Jan 24, 2023 11:28 pm
GG, mt engine builder/machinist would suggest tree wood!

Allan from down under.

GG Gregory

I just bought a new set of 26-27 top irons..VERY lucky to get them..and half the cost of when they were being made. I know Ash seems to be the best choice for the Bows but what would be the next choice??? Yes, I know I can get them from the Vendors but I can’t see $79 + shipping for 3 pieces of wood...

GG Gregory

If want good brakes in reverse don’t get Rocky’s

GG Gregory

Jim, The whole machine needs gone through. I’m not even sure the meter works. I put a good coil in and get nothing.

GG Gregory

I’ve got one I’d like to try to restore, if I can figure out how to get it apart !

GG Gregory

Fred.. you've owned model t's since 1956, the club started existence formally in 1966, and you're telling us this is the first time you've joined the Model T Ford Club of America,?.. your figures / dates puts you conservatively around 85 years old.... ⁉️❓❓ I question your posting/validity. ... Dude...

GG Gregory

That’s not a wind wing, just part of radiator motometer cap. A wind wing mounts to the windshield post

GG Gregory

If any of you T guys are like me you collect a little of everything. I’m looking for vintage Tennessee license plates…pre 1958 to help complete my collection.

GG Gregory

Are they for small or large drum ?

GG Gregory

Those are 26-27 tank straps

GG Gregory

Why not just replace the bushing while it’s all apart…they’re not that expensive and easy to install. I wouldn’t over think that job

GG Gregory

You’ll need to make sure the timing gear cover is properly a-lined with the cam when you reinstall or your timer won’t run true

GG Gregory

Message sent

GG Gregory

I bet that guy has just as much fun with that than you do with yours…maybe more. Being 100% correct is very cool, but it’s also cool to just be you and have fun.

GG Gregory

Where can I buy the leathers? I have a few Bridgeports.

GG Gregory

I’ve always loved the page. Royce has a lot of T knowledge.

GG Gregory

Don’t take this wrong but those steering wheels can be bought all day long for $50 and under. I’ve got a several that I’ve bought from EBay for $25-$30. That’s a very common steering wheel. Good luck with your sale.

GG Gregory

I’m in Tn. The previous owner of My 27 roadster didn’t have a title. I went to our Courthouse and they did a title search and nothing was found. The lady told me to just get a rubbing of the engine number and bring it with my paperwork notarized. I was totally shocked that she even knew where the nu...

GG Gregory

Those are Hen’s teeth

GG Gregory

My 27 Roadster still has the stock transmission brake. I’ve driven farm tractors since I was about 13, I’m 58 now and I’m still on the road with a tractor at my work. I’ve always understood while operating a farm tractor you have to plan ahead, ALWAYS. My biggest issue with driving a Model T, just a...

GG Gregory

Thanks Brent. Yes we’re not that far away from each other. I think you know a friend of mine, Jim Eubanks. Sounds like this valve job is more involved than I have the talent or tools.

GG Gregory

Thanks Kerry

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Thanks Tim, where would a guy find the tool? I don’t think the Vendors sell things like that

GG Gregory

Which angle of cutter is used to just clean up valve seats ?

GG Gregory

[quote Thank you GG for your thoughtfulness! I am saddened by how it turned out. [/quote] Thanks Wayne. I have spoken with Tim via Email thanking him for helping me and about my comments here. Out of respect for Tim I won’t discuss what he told me about this whole sad mess. Hopefully it all gets str...

GG Gregory

Wow, really? Not sure what happened, hope it wasn’t because of a few cry babies! Anyway, I stand with my comment about Tim 100%

GG Gregory

I just gotta give a public praise to Tim for his help with sharing a out of stock item to me. I have also bought a few of his T accessories he makes and always comes through 100% ! Thanks Tim for your help !

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