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by rickg
Mon Nov 06, 2023 4:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: surestop disc brakes
Replies: 15
Views: 1018

Re: surestop disc brakes

It sounds like you did everything right and they are a bear! to resolve the problem of removing the lines i used the flexible lines that connect to the wheel cylinders, you just need to unbolt the caliper and lay it aside no more taking the line loose.

Rick
by rickg
Sun Dec 11, 2022 6:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Ash wood substitute
Replies: 21
Views: 2490

Re: Ash wood substitute

Brent, if you haven't tried them try Jefferies Wood Works in Knoxville, they are actually in Seymour near Frank Henderson's, their number is865-573-5876 i bought a bunch of Ash several years ago from them and they have every kind of wood.

Rick
by rickg
Thu Nov 03, 2022 1:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Would this water pump actually pump water?
Replies: 46
Views: 3019

Re: Would this water pump actually pump water?

When i bought my 26 coupe it had a water pump and a two row radiator there was a dealer letter recommending water pumps be used with these radiators, i think that is one reason that there were so many water pumps, i removed the pump and the radiator wouldn't cool so i installed a new Brassworks, thi...
by rickg
Fri Sep 16, 2022 3:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: My right side up video of southern Indiana is fixed
Replies: 4
Views: 841

Re: My right side up video of southern Indiana is fixed

I grew up in Southern Indiana and this looks more like south central Indiana, were you on the Covered Bridge tour ? great tour but it will shake you apart.

Rick
by rickg
Tue Aug 02, 2022 6:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How bad will a hood and fenders be to find?
Replies: 15
Views: 1951

Re: How bad will a hood and fenders be to find?

Where in East TN are you, i am in Knoxville and know most of thr T people in the area, the president of the MTFCA lives about fifteen minutes from me and is a great asset to the T family.
Rick Goelz
by rickg
Tue Dec 21, 2021 4:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Removal of Model T Door
Replies: 7
Views: 1379

Re: Removal of Model T Door

I have a coupe and a fordor so i bought a hinge pin remover from Snyders, it takes them out with little fuss and pushes them back without taking the paint off.

Rick
by rickg
Sun Oct 24, 2021 2:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Wiring diagram for indicators. Advice please.
Replies: 4
Views: 980

Re: Wiring diagram for indicators. Advice please.

You can download and print a copy from texas T Parts by Birdhaven ,they have several wiring diagrams at least one shows with signals.

Rick
by rickg
Sat Oct 02, 2021 6:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 2021 Covered Bridge Tour pictures
Replies: 24
Views: 2760

Re: 2021 Covered Bridge Tour pictures

If it wasn't loose when you started the tour you can bet it was loose at the end, we dis this several years ago and lost a few parts and some nuts & bolts. A great tour though.

Rick
by rickg
Sat Oct 02, 2021 5:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Installing a hand wiper
Replies: 5
Views: 1350

Re: Installing a hand wiper

The wipers are different for the closed and open cars, i have closed cars so i have sent a couple back as they are for open cars.

Rick
by rickg
Sat Oct 02, 2021 5:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Admiring the Radiator apron
Replies: 5
Views: 1393

Re: Admiring the Radiator apron

I trim the two side tabs off so you only need to lift it up, if you want to leave everything together then i would slot the top tabs so all you would need to do is loosen the radiator nuts and slide the apron out.

Rick
by rickg
Thu Sep 09, 2021 8:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Bumpers on 24 Fordor
Replies: 5
Views: 1431

Re: Bumpers on 24 Fordor

I have a 24 Fordor that came with bumpers, they were made by Lyon, the frame must be drilled and there is a special nut that holds the bumper to the headlight bracket they are full bumpers front and back, the rear bumpers use the battery holder bolts and the body to frame bolts, the fronts stick out...
by rickg
Sun Jul 25, 2021 3:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Where to find a die for the wood wheel hub cap
Replies: 21
Views: 2919

Re: Where to find a die for the wood wheel hub cap

There is a company Drills and cutters.com that has or can get just about anything at a very reasonable price, i purchased the dies for both front axles right and left hand thread and the #14x24 taps for the flywheel and Bendix cover.

Rick
by rickg
Sat May 22, 2021 1:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Stan Howe RIP
Replies: 95
Views: 13438

Re: Stan Howe RIP

I am shocked to read this, i talked to him last month about sending me another throttle rod for a U&J carb, he shipped it right out, i purchased four U&J carbs and manifolds from him, they are pieces of art, he will be greatly missed.

Rick
by rickg
Thu May 13, 2021 9:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Luray question
Replies: 17
Views: 3493

Re: Luray question

Pilot stations have plenty of gas and diesel, they have a large terminal in Knoxville and a large fleet of trucks and there is a Colonial terminal here,gas is flowing but it only goes about five mph so it will take about two weeks to fill the system.

Rick Goelz
by rickg
Thu May 13, 2021 9:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Luray question
Replies: 17
Views: 3493

Re: Luray question

Pilot stations have plenty of gas and diesel, they have a large terminal in Knoxville and a large fleet of trucks and there is a Colonial terminal here,gas is flowing but it only goes about five mph so it will take about two weeks to fill the system.

Rick Goelz
by rickg
Sun Apr 25, 2021 1:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Holley G tap size
Replies: 7
Views: 1672

Re: Holley G tap size

That is an odd size ,i don't think you will find it at Ace, try Drills and Cutters .com they seem to have everything and reasonable prices.

Rick
by rickg
Fri Apr 23, 2021 6:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Trailering a Tudor Sedan
Replies: 7
Views: 1624

Re: Trailering a Tudor Sedan

I always tow my coupe and fordor backward for long trips for better airflow around the car instead of the flat windshield and visor, i also wrap it with stretch wrap to keep the nick and bugs off, i have never had a tracking issue and i have four wheel brakes so no issues there, i do pull it facing ...
by rickg
Sun Apr 18, 2021 3:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Ring a bell?
Replies: 15
Views: 2933

Re: Ring a bell?

Looks like it may be a steam trap to manually release water and steam.
by rickg
Thu Mar 11, 2021 1:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Post your favorite pictures of a T
Replies: 52
Views: 6068

Re: Post your favorite pictures of a T

Scott Conger, is that a picture of your dad's hack ?

Rick Goelz
by rickg
Thu Feb 04, 2021 5:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Services - A New Forum Section
Replies: 32
Views: 5252

Re: Services - A New Forum Section

i posted there for some work i need done that i don't have the experience or tools to do it, i received a response from a member who can do the work, i don't think most of the vendors will use this site, as newer people join the forum it will be a great place to ask for help.

Rick Goelz
by rickg
Tue Feb 02, 2021 2:17 pm
Forum: Services
Topic: Shorten steering column
Replies: 1
Views: 2469

Shorten steering column

We built a hack type body but we made the cab a little small and with the covid stay at home orders i got a bit larger and can't fit behind the steering wheel, is there anyone who can cut about 4 inches out of the steering column and reweld it ?.
Thanks
Rick Goelz
Knoxville,Tn.
by rickg
Sun Jan 03, 2021 1:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How can I know that my trailer's electric brakes are actually working?
Replies: 17
Views: 2932

Re: How can I know that my trailer's electric brakes are actually working?

I have a 2019 Chevy pickup with the towing package, the brake controller is built in and is in the center dash under the screen at the lower left side, you adjust the gain by pushing on the + or- on the switch or you can push in on the slide part of the switch and it will go to 100% and if the brake...
by rickg
Wed Dec 30, 2020 6:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Cars you once owned it would be nice to have now
Replies: 34
Views: 3771

Re: Cars you once owned it would be nice to have now

1965 Chevy Impala 2 door hardtop with 327 ,4 barrel with electric overdrive ordered it new , fast car good mileage.

Rick
by rickg
Tue Dec 29, 2020 1:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Stan Howe's Birthday
Replies: 36
Views: 4728

Re: Stan Howe's Birthday

Have a Great Day and a very Happy Birthday Stan.

Rick Goelz
by rickg
Thu Dec 24, 2020 3:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Gas Tanks
Replies: 29
Views: 4538

Re: Gas Tanks

The tank i purchased was from Speedway Motors in Lincoln, Ne, it was ordered through,
Micheal Harrison in Madison, Wi., part number 141-3898 1025 gal ss tank 10x 33.

Rick
by rickg
Thu Dec 24, 2020 3:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Gas Tanks
Replies: 29
Views: 4538

Re: Gas Tanks

I purchased a polished Stainless Steel Tank for a truck we are building it is a T tank the same as in my 24 fordor, i don't remember the company name i did a search for ss tanks and several came up, it was $315.00, it even has the proper mounting straps.

Rick
by rickg
Sat Dec 12, 2020 12:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Disc brakes
Replies: 12
Views: 4726

Re: Disc brakes

I have disc brakes on all three of my Ts, they all have demountable rims, but if you don't have them or even if you do use the flexible lines this allows the caliper to be removed and moved out of the way without disconnecting everything. Bleeding is a chance to use all those words you have been sav...
by rickg
Fri Nov 06, 2020 1:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Low radiator- high radiator production cutoff
Replies: 18
Views: 2684

Re: Low radiator- high radiator production cutoff

my 24 Fordor had the same problem and we found that the frame was bent down at the motor mounts, check the squareness of the frame and it may fix your problem, it could also affect the door fit.

Rick
by rickg
Wed Nov 04, 2020 12:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What have you done to your T this November
Replies: 37
Views: 5446

Re: What have you done to your T this November

After three years i finally got my 24 Fordor back together and it started on the first push on the starter button, on mag i had to adjust my new U&J carb from Stan Howe, it killed every bug in a square mile from the smoke. I took it to storage and put the popcorn truck in the garage for finishing, m...
by rickg
Mon Oct 26, 2020 4:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: This thing hurts my arm!
Replies: 13
Views: 3114

Re: This thing hurts my arm!

The glass book shows two different windows for the Tudor, one fits the coupe 24-27and is 19" at the front and 197/8 at the rear, the glass shown for the Tudor is203/4 at the front and 21/12 at the rear, the coupe/tudor glass is part #G47c and the Tudor glass is G122.

Rick
by rickg
Mon Oct 26, 2020 2:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Help Identify Door
Replies: 14
Views: 2607

Re: Help Identify Door

The doors on my March 24 Fordor are aluminum on wood frames.

Rick
by rickg
Sat Oct 24, 2020 3:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Help Identify Door
Replies: 14
Views: 2607

Re: Help Identify Door

It's a right front door for a probably 26/27 fordor, i don't know when the all steel doors were first used, the back doors all have the angled rear bottom.

Rick
by rickg
Tue Sep 29, 2020 3:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Horn Wire Tube
Replies: 11
Views: 2127

Re: Horn Wire Tube

That should not be a hard job, if you can solder or braze it will be easy, make sure that the everything is clean and use 15% silver solder or a good brazing rod you may need a Mapp gas torch or oxy/actey - Propane won't get hot enough. That's my take.

Rick
by rickg
Tue Sep 29, 2020 3:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Am I "over-greasing" my Universal Joint?
Replies: 33
Views: 4854

Re: Am I "over-greasing" my Universal Joint?

If you have a new Warford transmission you have to turn the turn the tube over, i installed grease fittings and grease it several times a year.

Rick
by rickg
Sat Sep 26, 2020 5:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What Aluminum Head Saver to Use
Replies: 13
Views: 3042

Re: What Aluminum Head Saver to Use

I installed one in my top tank and after several months it had turned into a gray goo and had plugged some tubes and there were parts floating in the coolant, i removed the radiator and flushed everything out. I have not had a problem with corrosion. Remember it attaches to any bare metal, brass, co...
by rickg
Wed Sep 23, 2020 12:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What have you done to your T in September?
Replies: 88
Views: 12189

Re: What have you done to your T in September?

After 31/2 years a friend came over and helped me, he connected the front wishbone and helped me install the radiator, i installed the the U&J carb and connected the gas line, i just need to tie up some wires and put water and oil in it make sure the battery is charged and take it for a spin to see ...
by rickg
Sun Sep 13, 2020 8:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1927 Coupe Bumpers--Front and Rear
Replies: 1
Views: 884

Re: 1927 Coupe Bumpers--Front and Rear

They were optional on 26/27 models, the frame is drilled from the factory, they were nickel plated, i installed the ones from the vendors they are stainless.

Rick
by rickg
Sat Sep 05, 2020 1:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: New to hobby and am looking for swap meet in or near northeast TN!
Replies: 45
Views: 4688

Re: New to hobby and am looking for swap meet in or near northeast TN!

Jonah, swap meet is a misnomer as hardly any one will swap, they are trying to sell stuff, you can always ask if they will swap.

Rick
by rickg
Mon Aug 17, 2020 9:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Looking for a club near me
Replies: 10
Views: 2731

Re: Looking for a club near me

the Smoky Ts cover all of east Tn and we have several members in your area for information call George Akin .

Rick Goelz
by rickg
Thu Jul 30, 2020 4:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: We need Model T Facemasks
Replies: 15
Views: 5137

Re: We need Model T Facemasks

i recognize some of those bandits. :lol:
Rick
by rickg
Thu Jul 30, 2020 4:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Safest way to haul a coupe on an open trailer
Replies: 25
Views: 6630

Re: Safest way to haul a coupe on an open trailer

I have pulled my 26 coupe all over on a open trailer, i pull it backwards, the engine ends up between the axles, i wrap it with stretch wrap to prevent rock chips and other damage plus it keeps the visor from getting damaged, and the air moves over it better, i do the same with my 24 Fordor, i have ...
by rickg
Mon Jul 20, 2020 3:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Thrust washer roller bearings?
Replies: 21
Views: 5709

Re: Thrust washer roller bearings?

I have them in my 26 coupe, been in there for16 years no problems last time i looked they were fine, that being said when i tore down my 24 Fordor they were worn flat and were locked up and wouldn't turn it was almost like they had been in a press.

Rick
by rickg
Mon Jun 29, 2020 12:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Aluminum doors...any idea what car they go on?
Replies: 5
Views: 2501

Re: Aluminum doors...any idea what car they go on?

My march 1924 Fordor has aluminum doors as well as the upper rear panel.

Rick
by rickg
Sat Jun 13, 2020 1:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Commercial Bodies for Ford Cars
Replies: 7
Views: 2863

Re: Commercial Bodies for Ford Cars

I grew up in Evansville and at one time there were several body mfg there, besides the Hercules bodies there was Graham Bros trucks and Briggs had a large plant there in later years they produced Plymouth bodies.

Rick
by rickg
Fri May 15, 2020 1:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Copper head gaskets
Replies: 20
Views: 5988

Re: Copper head gaskets

Try Antique Auto Ranch in Spokane, they have the copper gasket with the black core.

Rick
by rickg
Sat May 09, 2020 5:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Engine rebuild recommendations in Southeast USA
Replies: 5
Views: 2509

Re: Engine rebuild recommendations in Southeast USA

Mike Rogers at Dreamworks in Leicester does good work, near Canton, number is828 775 1257
by rickg
Sat Apr 18, 2020 5:14 pm
Forum: Live Video Webinars
Topic: Webinar
Replies: 14
Views: 7840

Re: Webinar

I have Cisco Webx that i use for other webinar sessions, will it work with this site ?

Thanks Rick
by rickg
Sun Apr 12, 2020 5:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Getting a CAM Shaft out
Replies: 15
Views: 5004

Re: Getting a CAM Shaft out

I use a wooden dowell and place it on the end of the cam and give it a few good whacks and they usually come right out.

Rick
by rickg
Sun Apr 05, 2020 5:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: wood steering wheels
Replies: 2
Views: 1783

Re: wood steering wheels

Thanks for the response, i have a new wheel ordered.

Rick
by rickg
Sun Apr 05, 2020 1:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: wood steering wheels
Replies: 2
Views: 1783

wood steering wheels

Can someone tell me the contact information for the person who makes the great looking wood steering wheels ? i have checked the classified ads and the Vintage Ford magazine.

Thanks for your help

Rick Goelz
by rickg
Fri Feb 07, 2020 12:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: pipe roller
Replies: 5
Views: 2748

Re: pipe roller

You can purchase 2" soft copper in 50Ft rolls in type L and type K so bending or rolling is much easier, type L will have blue printing and Type K will be Green. K is very heavy.

Rick
by rickg
Wed Jan 01, 2020 4:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Starter removal on a 1926
Replies: 20
Views: 6361

Re: Starter removal on a 1926

It looks like you may need to remove the hogshead and get the correct mag ring which will require removing the engine.

Rick
by rickg
Wed Jan 01, 2020 4:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Question about headlight socket removal
Replies: 7
Views: 2799

Re: Question about headlight socket removal

Put a short hook on a piece of coat hanger then pull the reflector out ,pulling in several places around it and it will come out, then remove the small cotter pin and turn the adjusting screw until it won't turn anymore and pull the socket out, it may take some pliers. :idea:
by rickg
Wed Dec 11, 2019 7:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How do you separate two transmission drums?
Replies: 6
Views: 3348

Re: How do you separate two transmission drums?

Wear gloves as those things can bite.

Rick
by rickg
Sat Nov 30, 2019 1:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What do you use to heat your (freezing) shop for your T?
Replies: 44
Views: 13046

Re: What do you use to heat your (freezing) shop for your T?

You need one square inch of free area of outside air for each 1000 btuh of input, you should also have a vented system if possible, I use a 18000 btuh infrared vent free radiant heater with a fan it keeps my oversize two car garage as warm as I need it, it is mounted 6.5 ft above the floor, it has a...
by rickg
Mon Nov 04, 2019 1:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Anderson Timer Questions
Replies: 9
Views: 4259

Re: Anderson Timer Questions

Tip-Top Timers in Spokane are the producers of the Anderson style timer, you could send it to them for repair.

Rick
by rickg
Tue Oct 15, 2019 3:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: I Miss the Ol' Timers
Replies: 22
Views: 7805

Re: I Miss the Ol' Timers

The key phrase is "old" I am almost 80 and I know of several others in this age group, ailments and other things keep us off the forum, I didn't post for almost two years because of knee problems. I removed the engine from my 24 to repair a loose rod and changed the cam. a friend came over and helpe...
by rickg
Fri Oct 11, 2019 12:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: ***1920-1925 Fuel Tank Assembly & 1926-1927 Fordoor Sedans***
Replies: 24
Views: 7770

Re: ***1920-1925 Fuel Tank Assembly & 1926-1927 Fordoor Sedans***

Use type "L" copper it is a heavier wall it is also called refrigeration copper and use a flare fitting instead of a compression ferrule it wont crack. Think about your air conditioner or refrigerator running for years with high pressure up to 600 psi and add the compressor vibration and pulsing and...
by rickg
Thu Oct 10, 2019 1:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1927 Coupe Model T Ford Front Seat Back Panel
Replies: 11
Views: 4353

Re: 1927 Coupe Model T Ford Front Seat Back Panel

I used a piece of 1/2" plywood on the back of the seat on my 26 coupe, I painted it and attached it to the package shelf with a couple of angle brackets, the battery is in a battery box mounted to the floor, I have a wood floor instead of the sheet metal.

Rick
by rickg
Sun Sep 29, 2019 5:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Timing with a New Day
Replies: 16
Views: 6254

Re: Timing with a New Day

Gary, I have the timing tool that is made by TW Timers and you are welcome to use it, I am in Farragut just off the Pellissippi Pkw. it is a great tool to set the timing.I have the bending tools also, the Ford timer settings are different so you may be off.

Rick
by rickg
Sun Sep 29, 2019 12:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Beware Classified Scammer
Replies: 2
Views: 2231

Re: Beware Classified Scammer

Good to see you posting again Sue.

Rick goelz
by rickg
Fri Sep 27, 2019 3:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Tire carrier . What am I missing to mount it ?
Replies: 12
Views: 4649

Re: Tire carrier . What am I missing to mount it ?

That is the same one I have on my 24 Fordor, I had to remove it and weld it as one of the horizontal pieces was broken, I did it with the body off which makes it easier, there should be holes on the top of the frame for to mount it, 1/4" if I remember right.

Good luck

Rick
by rickg
Wed Sep 25, 2019 1:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Covered Bridge Tour
Replies: 26
Views: 9092

Re: Covered Bridge Tour

This is a great tour with a lot to see, be ready for some very rough roads they will loosen every bolt and screw on your car and dust, there is a car wash in town across from the DQ.

Rick
by rickg
Tue Sep 17, 2019 5:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Seat Belt Install
Replies: 22
Views: 7207

Re: Seat Belt Install

Use large fender washers they will keep the brackets tight, I have closed cars and use them every time I get in the car, I would be leary of seat belts in a touring or roadster, if it makes you feel better install them, I don't think with six body to frame bolts the body will come off if yo get hit ...
by rickg
Tue Sep 10, 2019 12:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Graphics on a Model T
Replies: 19
Views: 7052

Re: Graphics on a Model T

Gary, The Charlie Brown Co. in Knoxville can make you vinyl transfers, the number is 522-8060 talk to Janice.

Rick Goelz
by rickg
Wed Sep 04, 2019 1:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Here I go again .... to OCF
Replies: 244
Views: 429605

Re: Here I go again .... to OCF

The gasket for the cap is called a Mack Basin washer.

Rick
by rickg
Tue Sep 03, 2019 2:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: MTFCA Highland Rim Tour- a new video has been posted
Replies: 8
Views: 4078

Re: MTFCA Highland Rim Tour- a new video has been posted

Great video :) :) you all were lucky, George usually finds really dusty roads,you can't see the cars in front or behind, but it looks like a great tour.

Rick
by rickg
Sun Sep 01, 2019 12:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Here I go again .... to OCF
Replies: 244
Views: 429605

Re: Here I go again .... to OCF

Your Garmin GPS will work fine on six volts, just use the lighter plug that came with the unit and it will work fine, I transfer mine from my car or truck to the T with no problem, they run on 2.5 volts and the plug takes care of dropping the voltage.

Rick
by rickg
Tue Aug 20, 2019 9:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: flat towing a T
Replies: 40
Views: 12870

Re: flat towing a T

How did they tow the cars back in the day ?, there are still some wreckers around.

Rick
by rickg
Fri Aug 16, 2019 2:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: For Those Who Make Their Own Penetrant...
Replies: 6
Views: 3372

Re: For Those Who Make Their Own Penetrant...

Bill, 50/50 is correct.

Rick
by rickg
Mon Aug 12, 2019 1:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Garnish Door Mounlding 1926-1927 Coupe
Replies: 1
Views: 1541

Re: Garnish Door Mounlding 1926-1927 Coupe

Lang's has these new in their catalog.

Rick
by rickg
Sat Aug 10, 2019 1:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 26/27 repop head bolts caution
Replies: 30
Views: 8308

Re: 26/27 repop head bolts caution

I use a torque wrench extension which is similar to a crow foot wrench to get the two bolts under the firewall, I purchased it from McMaster-Carr.
by rickg
Tue Jul 16, 2019 2:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: U & J owners ... adjustment question
Replies: 31
Views: 9354

Re: U & J owners ... adjustment question

This is interesting information, I have four U&J Carbs that were built by Stan, because of a knee issue, knee replacement and three additional surgeries I have been down for all of 18 and most of this year, I did get the engine back together, I removed a new Stipe .250 cam and installed a .280, I wa...
by rickg
Fri Mar 01, 2019 1:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Little snow in Montana
Replies: 24
Views: 8719

Re: Little snow in Montana

No snow here in the southland yet but we have rain, 5.5 " last Saturday, 13.5 for the month. TVA is spilling 3.5 Trillion gallons a second from the dams , this is water held to reduce flooding on the Ohio and Mississippi, they are forecasting another 1-2" this weekend.

Rick
by rickg
Mon Feb 25, 2019 11:49 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Garage Space
Replies: 34
Views: 11201

Re: Garage Space

I had two T's in the garage and we had a hail storm, very large hail, it destroyed the wife's car, so she got a new car and I rented a storage space and the t's were stored there.

Rick
by rickg
Thu Jan 31, 2019 5:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Have you ever made a stupid mistake?
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Re: Have you ever made a stupid mistake?

Never :lol: , Here hold my beer!