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- Fri Jan 15, 2021 10:48 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Our kind of demonstration
- Replies: 6
- Views: 590
Re: Our kind of demonstration
Magic Valley area, Idaho. I'll see if I can find more on McKrill, Ford agent. Rich, Mackrill & Son were an early Rupert, Idaho blacksmith shop. They made Model T busses for the Rupert School district back in the day. Growing up in Rupert, I first learned of Mackrill and Son from an article in a loc...
- Tue Jul 07, 2020 8:58 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Got a 27 Coupe
- Replies: 74
- Views: 8059
Re: Got a 27 Coupe
Looks and sounds good. I'm running a Klaxon 8C on my ’26 runabout as well.
- Tue Jul 07, 2020 8:41 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: LED headlight bulbs
- Replies: 16
- Views: 2122
Re: LED headlight bulbs
Tony, 6 volt headlamp bulbs available at LEDlight.com. See Novice’s and Gonenorth’s replies above. I ordered the 87455 warm white BA15D 60 SMD Dual Filament. Went from 8 amps. draw to 2 amps on my ’26 runabout. Make great daytime running lights. I don’t drive at night and have not tried them that wa...
- Sat Jul 04, 2020 8:29 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: SHOW US YOUR LATHE
- Replies: 40
- Views: 4083
Re: SHOW US YOUR LATHE
Enjoying the lathe pictures. :) Kevin, that Wade 8A does have some similarities to the Hardinge tool room lathe I used at work. Here is mine. Myford 254s self imported direct from England new in 1985. 10” swing, 20” between centers. Inch or metric thread cutting. I have added a few upgrades, variabl...
- Fri Jul 03, 2020 1:08 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Tool For Cutting Hole in Dash For Speedometer
- Replies: 11
- Views: 1380
Re: Tool For Cutting Hole in Dash For Speedometer
Lacking the proper sized hole saw, I used this Adjustable Circle Cutter I had on hand.
- Wed Jun 03, 2020 1:12 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Zajicek HC Head
- Replies: 19
- Views: 2196
Re: Zajicek HC Head
Only “seat of the pants dyno" to go by here. Installed Prus head on my ’26 runabout 2 years ago. No modifications were needed. Can maintain 35 mph on hills I used to have to shift into Ruckstell. A noticeable improvement in performance all around. Engine runs cooler. No problems with ignition knock....
- Mon Jun 01, 2020 8:40 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: Looking for contacts; Buick and Star
- Replies: 2
- Views: 666
Re: Looking for contacts; Buick and Star
Prewar Buick Forum on the AACA site will put you in contact with folks involved in prewar Buicks. https://forums.aaca.org/forum/60-buick- ... technical/
There is a Durant (Star) forum as well. It appears this forum is not very active. https://forums.aaca.org/forum/55-durant/
There is a Durant (Star) forum as well. It appears this forum is not very active. https://forums.aaca.org/forum/55-durant/
- Mon Jun 01, 2020 11:40 am
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: Hasslers aren't just for Ford...With 1920 Dodge content :)
- Replies: 9
- Views: 1115
Re: Hasslers aren't just for Ford...
The gas tank gave it away. The round Dodge Brothers gas tanks are unique. Appears to be a solid car mechanically.
- Mon Jun 01, 2020 1:30 am
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: Hasslers aren't just for Ford...With 1920 Dodge content :)
- Replies: 9
- Views: 1115
Re: hasslers aren't just for Ford...
Perhaps Dodge Brothers?
- Mon Jun 01, 2020 12:11 am
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: Fall Hershey
- Replies: 43
- Views: 3951
Re: Fall Hershey
To quote Hershey AACA executive director Steve Moskowitz. “Liability was not a deciding factor. Liability is an issue for every business and you just do all you can to mitigate any exposure. "
- Fri May 29, 2020 12:10 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: Fall Hershey
- Replies: 43
- Views: 3951
Re: Fall Hershey
Like Steve J. pointed out, there is no vaccine for the AIDS virus or the common cold virus. Sadly, the social events that we have all come to enjoy and participate in will probably be changed from here on out by limiting the number of participants or inconvenient and ridiculous rules to abide by. So...
- Sat May 16, 2020 12:27 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Non T--Stolen '27 Chandler & Trailer
- Replies: 25
- Views: 3550
Re: Non T--Stolen '27 Chandler & Trailer
TRDxB2, the trailer pictured is not the owner's trailer. He didn’t have a picture of the trailer and pulled one off the internet for reference. Refer to this link on the AACA forum where the stolen trailer was first reported. https://forums.aaca.org/topic/344265-someone-stole-my-car-trailer/#comments
- Fri May 15, 2020 12:28 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: Pandemic 1918 / 2020
- Replies: 42
- Views: 3298
Re: Pandemic 1918 / 2020
Novice and Wayne, I too found parallels in the 1918 flu pandemic recently while reading the book Me and the Model T by Roscoe Sheller, published in 1965. It chronicles Mr. Sheller’s experiences as a pioneering Ford dealer in rural Washington state. I was taken aback while reading page 147. I have pa...
- Wed Apr 15, 2020 6:22 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: VF Book Review
- Replies: 5
- Views: 881
Re: VF Book Review
While ordering, found out about the original Me and The Model T by Roscoe Sheller. Ordered it as well. Will have both on hand to read for my “Stay at Home, Stay Connected.” orders. 

- Wed Apr 15, 2020 5:13 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: VF Book Review
- Replies: 5
- Views: 881
Re: VF Book Review
Book review in the Vintage Ford was well written and looks to be a good read of those adventurous times in a Model T. This post prompted me to place an order as well. Thanks Kirk.
- Wed Mar 25, 2020 1:05 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: FS: New item - Speedometer/Tachometer
- Replies: 21
- Views: 2782
Re: FS: New item - Speedometer/Tachometer
Very, very nice, I Like.
- Mon Nov 25, 2019 11:49 am
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: How to move a clock ?
- Replies: 8
- Views: 1945
Re: How to move a clock ?
All of the above excellent suggestions. Be especially careful with pendulum removal and reinstallation so as not to damage the pendulum suspension spring. They can be easily damaged. Make sure the suspension spring is protected during the move.
- Thu Nov 07, 2019 2:11 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: The HCCA sit is down
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1035
Re: The HCCA sit is down
Didn’t work for me yesterday or today.
This is the message on the home page: The Cars for Sale page is offline for maintenance. It should be back up soon
This is the message on the home page: The Cars for Sale page is offline for maintenance. It should be back up soon
- Mon Nov 04, 2019 4:26 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: 26 COUPE - SHOULD RUN - NEEDS VERY LITTLE TO DRIVE
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1222
Re: 26 COUPE - SHOULD RUN - NEEDS VERY LITTLE TO DRIVE
Stan, I have seen the ’26 coupe pictured. It is located in Goldfield, Nevada.
- Sun Nov 03, 2019 8:21 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: And this tractor in Arizona...
- Replies: 11
- Views: 2493
Re: And this tractor in Arizona...
Appears it has.John kuehn wrote: ↑Sun Nov 03, 2019 8:16 pmWonder if the transmission is modified for slow tractor speeds. Interesting.
- Sun Nov 03, 2019 6:02 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: And this tractor in Arizona...
- Replies: 11
- Views: 2493
Re: And this tractor in Arizona...
Can be seen at the Gold King Mine along with many other period goodies. Located in Jerome, AZ.
- Sat Nov 02, 2019 11:40 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Motometer thermo replacement part
- Replies: 28
- Views: 4060
Re: Motometer thermo replacement part
To follow up on Scott's story, I am another one guilty of playing with mercury when I was a kid. Dad brought it home from work. It was used in the instrumentation at the sugar factory he worked at back in the '50's through early '70's. The properties it possessed was considered at the time quite fas...
- Sat Nov 02, 2019 2:03 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: Out west power outages, some advice
- Replies: 55
- Views: 6904
Re: Out west power outages, some advice
That would be pumped storage.Fordwright wrote: ↑Sat Nov 02, 2019 1:30 pmYou don't need batteries, just a water reservoir that you can pump water into to store energy, and then drain it out to run dynamos when you need the power.
- Sat Nov 02, 2019 12:59 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Ford history questions
- Replies: 60
- Views: 6696
Re: Ford history questions
Some Model A's have Bosch made distributor bodies. While somethings about it are Ford, there are things like the point setup that had been used on other brands. The cable that runs from the switch to distributor, was like what other car makers were using at the time. GM's ran off the back of the co...
- Sat Nov 02, 2019 12:28 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: Out west power outages, some advice
- Replies: 55
- Views: 6904
Re: Out west power outages, some advice
Bud, glad you are making good with your windmills. Out west, there are once pristine vistas now blighted with windmills. A good example is the valley northeast of Great Basin National Park some of which can be seen from within the park. With regards to wind and solar, some seem to forget that the wi...
- Sat Nov 02, 2019 12:04 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Ford history questions
- Replies: 60
- Views: 6696
Re: Ford history questions
I bet Henry stuck with it because 1) the T was his baby and it was "perfect" and 2) using a conventional distributor would mean a concession that Charles Kettering and Delco had a good idea, and Henry was too proud or cheap to admit it. As it was, Ford was almost the last to get electric lights or ...
- Thu Oct 31, 2019 5:03 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Ford history questions
- Replies: 60
- Views: 6696
Re: Ford history questions
He refused to adopt the modern high-tension coil ignition and distributor until 1928, which had appeared on other cars since 1910. He was content with the old "buzzbox" ignition, used since around the turn of the century driven by first dry cells and later a low-tension magneto. He retained this ol...
- Thu Oct 31, 2019 1:33 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: Out west power outages, some advice
- Replies: 55
- Views: 6904
Re: Out west power outages, some advice
Henry, hypothetical scenario, What if the state took over the investor owned PG&E and turned it into a public utility district PUD or a co-op? With the billions of dollars lawsuits pending, I don’t see how PG&E can remain in its present form.
- Thu Oct 31, 2019 12:17 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: New Member from Scotland
- Replies: 20
- Views: 2646
Re: New Member from Scotland
Welcome. Interesting “Gin Runner.” Keep us posted with pictures and updates.
- Sat Oct 26, 2019 3:53 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Tool is this for fastners on the tops or something else
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1187
Re: Tool is this for fastners on the tops or something else
What is typically done to repurpose these for band riveting?
- Fri Oct 25, 2019 11:22 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Motometer thermo replacement part
- Replies: 28
- Views: 4060
Re: Motometer thermo replacement part
Have never seen a motometer that uses mercury. A bright silver like appearance would indicate mercury. Red would indicate alcohol.
I am sure there are exceptions out there.
I am sure there are exceptions out there.
- Wed Oct 23, 2019 12:38 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Motometer thermo replacement part
- Replies: 28
- Views: 4060
Re: Motometer thermo replacement part
Just checked my 2018 Restoration Supply catalog. On page 62 there is listed a replacement thermometer with nut and gasket for the senior 3-3/8" size but not for the junior 2-3/8" size.wayne sheldon wrote: ↑Wed Oct 23, 2019 12:15 pmBut Restoration Supply outside San Diego Califunny used to carry the repro meters,
- Wed Oct 23, 2019 11:45 am
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: Missing Model A post?
- Replies: 11
- Views: 2771
Re: Missing Model A post?
and several other small details that I can't think of right now…… A couple of other details I can think of, The doors on the ’28/’29 pickups, the similarity of the Model A wire wheels to the ’26/’27 T wire wheels. I owned a 1929 Model A back when I was in high school and I share my observations wit...
- Sat Oct 12, 2019 12:54 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Model T Ford Accessory Air Bags MT-3623
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1226
Re: Model T Ford Accessory Air Bags MT-3623
Upon reading the the subject title, my first thought was, oh my god, someone has developed crash air bags for the Model T.

Wondering how these shocks would be mounted?


Wondering how these shocks would be mounted?
- Fri Oct 11, 2019 1:41 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Who D.A.T. Ignition System
- Replies: 34
- Views: 6146
Re: Who D.A.T. Ignition System
The timing belt has a lots benefits for example very little wear; no noise; no oiling/lubrication to the chain; no chain whipping; the neoprene belt body protection against grime, grease, oil and moisture; and gives a positive slip proof engagement. Art, that is exactly why I used a timing belt to ...
- Wed Oct 09, 2019 12:05 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Buying on Craig's List
- Replies: 69
- Views: 9295
Re: Buying on Craig's List
I bought my T off Craigslist. However, it was “local" at 110 miles away and I was able to personally inspect it at the sellers home.
Some of the reported scams only feature one small picture in the ad.
Some of the reported scams only feature one small picture in the ad.
- Mon Oct 07, 2019 6:32 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: FS: Rajo 4 valve head
- Replies: 25
- Views: 4943
Re: FS: Rajo 4 valve head
Nice looking head. Any idea of the compression ratio? Would one need to run a water pump with this setup?
- Tue Oct 01, 2019 1:01 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Daytime Running Lights
- Replies: 12
- Views: 2261
Re: Daytime Running Lights
I always have the headlights on when I drive my T.
Not unlike a motorcycle, the shape of a Model T does not seem to register with some drivers as a vehicle.
Not unlike a motorcycle, the shape of a Model T does not seem to register with some drivers as a vehicle.
- Sun Sep 29, 2019 2:59 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Johns-Manville company
- Replies: 29
- Views: 4277
Re: Johns-Manville company
Old Johns-Manville building on Magazine Street in New Orleans. (2016)
- Sat Sep 28, 2019 1:17 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Ruckstell axle
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1501
Re: Ruckstell axle
Yes, center of tires/wheels. May slightly differ in front due to toe in/camber. Wide track axle is 60 inches.
- Sat Sep 28, 2019 1:04 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Ruckstell axle
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1501
Re: Ruckstell axle
I believe standard track is 56.5 inches. Anyone know the exact specification?
- Fri Sep 27, 2019 12:08 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: How I installed a new muffler
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1094
Re: How I installed a new muffler
Nice clean installation Dave.
I installed an F0-11 muffler on my ’26 runabout the same way as you did. Short tailpipe as well to keep the exhaust off the spare. I am pleased with the sound.
I installed an F0-11 muffler on my ’26 runabout the same way as you did. Short tailpipe as well to keep the exhaust off the spare. I am pleased with the sound.
- Tue Sep 24, 2019 10:11 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: you could see Berlin Nevada Today like 100 years ago
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1635
Re: you could see Berlin Nevada Today like 100 years ago
Two more views of the Berlin, Nevada 1918 Dodge. Taken while visiting in 2017.
- Sat Sep 21, 2019 1:21 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Model T camping equipment
- Replies: 10
- Views: 2820
Re: Model T camping equipment
Steve, I had one of those backpacking camping chairs and it lasted all of two camping trips. One of the plastic socket pieces that the tubing plugs into broke while I was camping on the way back from the Bakersfield swap meet earlier this year. Once that happens, the chair is rendered useless. I do ...
- Fri Sep 13, 2019 3:58 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Dean Yoder gets a ride to OCF
- Replies: 9
- Views: 2152
Re: Dean Yoder gets a ride to OCF
Another shot of the 1922 Pilot. Information on the windshield reads 1922 Richmond Pilot Sportster.
- Sun Sep 08, 2019 10:04 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Re: OCF Meet and Greet URGENT
- Replies: 27
- Views: 4582
Re: OCF Meet and Greet URGENT
Another meet and greet photo.
- Fri Aug 30, 2019 2:45 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: For Sale - Speedster Parts
- Replies: 8
- Views: 2461
Re: For Sale - Speedster Parts
To Top.
- Fri Aug 30, 2019 1:12 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Here I go again .... to OCF
- Replies: 244
- Views: 397892
Re: Here I go again
Bon Voyage and safe travels, Steve. I enjoy your photo documentary. Hope to chat with you at the OCF.
- Thu Aug 29, 2019 1:53 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: A different option to the fuel sediment bowl
- Replies: 29
- Views: 3973
Re: A different option to the fuel sediment bowl
I have a glass sediment bowl on my ’26 runabout and appreciate the fact I can see any rust or debris settling out in the bowl. One disadvantage in my experience is the gasket can sometimes present a sealing problem after removing the bowl to dump out the sediment, necessitating fiddling with the gas...
- Tue Aug 27, 2019 3:25 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: 1927 Engine with Model A crank ??
- Replies: 28
- Views: 3860
Re: 1927 Engine with Model A crank ??
Never seen a hopped Franklin before. 1929?Michael Davis wrote: ↑Tue Aug 27, 2019 2:19 pmPS I said hopped up LOOKING Does not mean it was hopped up. The picture i am posting is a HOPPED engine.
- Wed Aug 21, 2019 3:55 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: Metal Lathe turning wood?
- Replies: 10
- Views: 2376
Re: Metal Lathe turning wood?
Yes you can turn wood on a metal lathe. If you are going to use hand held turning tools, you will have to improvise a tool rest for the tools to slide on. Depending on the type of wood and job, you can get by using standard tool bits mounted on the cross slides. Be advised, turning wood makes a huge...
- Tue Aug 20, 2019 12:26 am
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: Fords Garage
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1237
Re: Fords Garage
Earlier post re Ford’s Garage.
https://www.mtfca.com/phpBB3/viewtopic. ... orn#p33901
https://www.mtfca.com/phpBB3/viewtopic. ... orn#p33901
- Mon Aug 19, 2019 9:32 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Radiator Apron Not Fitting Right
- Replies: 12
- Views: 2130
Re: Radiator Apron Not Fitting Right
On my ’26, the radiator apron fits on top of the hood shelves otherwise the crank hole and other features would not line up.
Jim S. correctly answered this.
Jim S. correctly answered this.
- Sun Aug 04, 2019 3:09 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: A Complicated Man with a Simple Idea
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1813
Re: A Complicated Man with a Simple Idea
Well written and a good read. Thanks.
- Fri Jul 19, 2019 4:17 pm
- Forum: Forum Support Questions
- Topic: IMPORTANT - Forums are back
- Replies: 28
- Views: 5372
Re: IMPORTANT - Forums are back
Old favorites (bookmarks) no longer work. Had to delete the old bookmarks and create new bookmarks from the MTFCA forums.
- Thu Jul 04, 2019 12:04 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Interior wood needed.
- Replies: 17
- Views: 3084
Re: Interior wood needed.
I have a 2016 price list from Classic Wood Products in Greensboro NC. They offered wood kits for Model T’s and A’s. Their website is still active.
http://www.classicwoodproductsllc.com
http://www.classicwoodproductsllc.com
- Sat Jun 29, 2019 11:17 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Stiff Speedometer head
- Replies: 9
- Views: 2000
Re: Stiff Speedometer head
Careful removal of the wedge pin (red arrow) should enable removal of shaft. Wedge pin is only removable in one direction. One must determine which is the small and large ends of the pin.
- Thu Jun 13, 2019 11:23 am
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: Ford's future - “reconceptualize” the company’s vehicle lineup
- Replies: 43
- Views: 5760
Re: Ford's future - “reconceptualize” the company’s vehicle lineup
I am so totally uninterested in a self driving vehicle. I will never own even a semi autonomous vehicle. I actually enjoy driving along with the freedom and control one derives from the experience.
- Wed Jun 12, 2019 12:10 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: Ford's Garage Restaurant
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1192
Re: Ford's Garage Restaurant
Visited Ford’s Garage Dearborn while at the OCF last year. The Burgers are outstanding as well as the brew. Unique and fun interior with Model A and T parts to view while dining and enjoying ones favorite beverage. 

- Wed May 22, 2019 12:28 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Anything Modern To Help??
- Replies: 17
- Views: 3167
Re: Anything Modern To Help??
Like Adam mentioned, once you get the “knack", the 21” drop center wire wheel tires are nearly as easy as changing bicycle tires and can be changed with your hands and a little help from a tire iron.
- Tue May 21, 2019 6:23 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Driving Wheel Question
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1576
Re: Driving Wheel Question
Check out this excellent 1937 film on how the differential works. I believe this has been posted on the forum before. Good for review. https://youtu.be/yYAw79386WI
- Sun May 19, 2019 12:37 am
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: California without gasoline-burning cars?
- Replies: 26
- Views: 4668
Re: California without gasoline-burning cars?
This is currently getting a lot of responses on the AACA forum. https://forums.aaca.org/topic/327013-ca ... ning-cars/
- Wed May 15, 2019 2:09 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Old Photo-Air driven car
- Replies: 13
- Views: 3343
Re: Old Photo-Air driven car
One of the things I remember learning (or maybe just hearing) years ago is that generally when we use fossil fuel to generate electricity 1/3 of the power consumed goes out the exhaust, 1/3 is lost in transmission resistance, and 1/3 is delivered to the user. If that's even partially true it would ...
- Tue May 14, 2019 12:57 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Antique car registration cost in AZ?
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1862
Re: Antique car registration cost in AZ?
Arizona has implemented a new tax called the “Public Safety Fee” at $32. per vehicle. My registration fee for my 1926 Runabout used to be $19.50 + $10. for the special copper plate. ($29.50) This year it was $62.00. 
- Thu May 02, 2019 6:15 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: What are you doing with your "T" in May
- Replies: 107
- Views: 17205
Re: What are you doing with your "T" in May
Drilled hole in right differential housing and tapped for 1/8”- 27 pipe thread and installed 1/8” brass drain plug. 

- Thu May 02, 2019 12:37 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: F/S 1926 roadster body
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2544
Re: F/S 1926 roadster body
Uprighted.
- Mon Apr 29, 2019 8:00 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: Wheel Termites?
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1628
Re: Wheel Termites?
Appears to be a late ’50’s Jaguar XK 150.
- Fri Apr 26, 2019 10:07 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: 1927 Ford Model T with Ruckstell
- Replies: 24
- Views: 4461
Re: 1927 Ford Model T with Ruckstell
You don’t need Rocky Mtn brakes. They can be very dangerous if you kill the engine on an incline and it starts rolling backwards. They are self energizing going forward only. This works against you in reverse. I live in a hilly area and my Rocky Mountain brakes with a little help from the transmiss...
- Fri Apr 26, 2019 6:03 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: 1927 Ford Model T with Ruckstell
- Replies: 24
- Views: 4461
- Thu Apr 25, 2019 2:39 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: 1927 Ford Model T with Ruckstell
- Replies: 24
- Views: 4461
Re: 1927 Ford Model T with Ruckstell
I purchased my 1926 Runabout for $10,000. a little over two years ago. It was an older restoration in good running condition very similar to the one in question. I installed a Ruckstell axle and a speedometer. I currently value it at around $12,000.
- Thu Apr 25, 2019 11:53 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: 1927 Ford Model T with Ruckstell
- Replies: 24
- Views: 4461
Re: 1927 Ford Model T with Ruckstell
If you do purchase it, you may want to consider the addition of Rocky Mountain Brakes in the event you lose mechanical connection with the foot operated transmission brake.
- Tue Apr 23, 2019 2:57 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Help id vehicle
- Replies: 14
- Views: 3106
Re: Help id vehicle
Engine is Dodge, not sure what year.
- Tue Apr 23, 2019 2:35 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: What have you done with your Model T in April?
- Replies: 121
- Views: 21129
Re: What have you done with your Model T in April?
After searching for a 1926/’27 fan at Bakersfield. (The one I did find was cracked.) I ordered a new reproduction fan from Snyders. Very pleased with the quality of the reproduction fan. It is well made and looks exactly like the original. The holes lined up perfectly. It even comes black powder coa...
- Sun Apr 21, 2019 3:49 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Drain antifreeze and replace with distilled water for summer?
- Replies: 21
- Views: 3752
Re: Drain antifreeze and replace with distilled water for summer?
Steve, thanks “for nudging my memory” as well. Yes, boiler water chemical treatment and pH control is very important along with blowdown to control total dissolved solids. This got me to thinking maybe I need to run a pH test on the T’s coolant. 

- Sun Apr 21, 2019 1:07 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Drain antifreeze and replace with distilled water for summer?
- Replies: 21
- Views: 3752
Re: Drain antifreeze and replace with distilled water for summer?
I am not a water chemist, however, while working in steam turbine power plants, “distilled” water was critical. Feed water to the boilers had to be carefully monitored, pure condensate was recovered from the condensers and make up water from demineralizers or in one case a desalination plant. Oxygen...
- Sun Apr 07, 2019 11:28 am
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: Odd USA carby on a NZ engine. Identity?
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1932
Re: Odd USA carby on a NZ engine. Identity?
You might have a look here. http://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/29/24455.html
Sunderman carburetor?
Sunderman carburetor?
- Sat Apr 06, 2019 1:25 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Soldering chrome script
- Replies: 14
- Views: 2949
Re: Soldering chrome script
Tim, I attached my Ford script with .025” diameter annealed brass wire as per Ruxtel24 Dave. I used brass wire instead of stainless. (What I had on hand.) No need to solder. Stainless or brass wire your choice.
- Fri Apr 05, 2019 11:47 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: IT LIVES...
- Replies: 24
- Views: 4526
Re: IT LIVES...
Very nicely done. It flows aesthetically and just looks “right”. 
- Thu Mar 28, 2019 6:58 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: MTFCA Magazine Article on 50 mph...
- Replies: 53
- Views: 7872
Re: MTFCA Magazine Article on 50 mph...
According to the chart I have, 2035 RPM. Notes on chart indicate 3.63:1 axle ratio, 30 x 3.5” tires. Graph from L.R. Henry, Ford Motor Co. Data Jan. 1922
- Thu Mar 28, 2019 3:26 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: MTFCA Magazine Article on 50 mph...
- Replies: 53
- Views: 7872
Re: MTFCA Magazine Article on 50 mph...
The article, “A Real Test of the Ford Model T” was written in the context of participating in the Montana 500.
- Sat Mar 23, 2019 4:30 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Can't decide. Sight glass, dip stick or leave it alone.
- Replies: 35
- Views: 5683
Re: Can't decide. Sight glass, dip stick or leave it alone.
Ford T isn’t the only one to have that type of oil check arrangement. Dad’s 1949 International Farmall “C” had two valves on the side of the oil pan to check the level by drip. The major difference is one could stand while checking the oil. 

- Sat Mar 23, 2019 4:16 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Dash Clock Repair?
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1372
- Wed Mar 20, 2019 9:30 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: The outrageous cost of shipping these days....
- Replies: 12
- Views: 2826
Re: The outrageous cost of shipping these days....
The TV telemarketers and even Amazon offers “Free Shipping”. I guess they have a special pricing arrangement with those shippers. When we go to ship something the same size, they really stick it to us. Especially UPS and Fedex. I do most of my shipping these days via USPS priority mail if at all pos...
- Wed Mar 20, 2019 3:12 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: Early 1920’s car in silent movie?
- Replies: 8
- Views: 2078
Re: Early 1920’s car in silent movie?
Rich, thanks for the interesting information regarding the “Earl Automobile Works”. It would be interesting to know the timeline on this 1914 Renault. With the order and build time taken into consideration, it was probably completed later than 1914. Another thing to bear in mind, Arbuckle commission...
- Wed Mar 20, 2019 2:30 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: Paintings that aren't Model Ts
- Replies: 109
- Views: 17694
Re: Paintings that aren't Model Ts
As always, amazed by your paintings. Nice old “mustache" Buick. :) We used to have one of those ’48/'49 aluminum license plates with the butter on the baked potato tacked to the wall of our barn in Rupert. If I am not mistaken, I believe those plates were issued for 2 years via replacing the year tag.
- Tue Mar 19, 2019 12:43 am
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: Early 1920’s car in silent movie?
- Replies: 8
- Views: 2078
Re: Early 1920’s car in silent movie?
Found out that 1914 Harley Earl Renault still exists today. It was on exhibit at the Peterson Automotive Museum.https://old.petersen.org/portfolio-item ... t-type-ef/
- Mon Mar 18, 2019 2:07 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: Early 1920’s car in silent movie?
- Replies: 8
- Views: 2078
Re: Early 1920’s car in silent movie?
After a little more digging, I have answered my own question. From the Old Motor site, it appears this is an early Harley Earl creation based on a 1914 Renault for Fatty Arbuckle. How it ended up in this movie is a bit of a mystery. http://theoldmotor.com/?p=135425
- Mon Mar 18, 2019 1:06 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: Early 1920’s car in silent movie?
- Replies: 8
- Views: 2078
Early 1920’s car in silent movie?
While watching TCM silent movie “Bride’s Play” this elegant car made an appearance. An online search didn’t turn up much. Year of film is early 1922. Any ideas as to make?
- Fri Mar 15, 2019 6:30 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: Thomas Edison's greatest invention is dead!
- Replies: 31
- Views: 4980
Re: Thomas Edison's greatest invention is dead!
I would disagree. I feel that most environmentalism these days is deregulation and relaxing the rules that the EPA uses to regulate business. This allows business to save money by polluting more. Maybe it should be called reverse environmentalism. Ask anyone who works at a coal fired power plant or...
- Fri Mar 15, 2019 1:49 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: Not sure about this new development
- Replies: 23
- Views: 4129
Re: Not sure about this new development
If one saves the OT forum to your Favorites or “Bookmarks”, it just takes one click to go here. Same as selecting the main forum. Easy peasy. 

- Fri Mar 15, 2019 1:19 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Coolant Recommendation
- Replies: 45
- Views: 7335
Re: Coolant Recommendation
Here you go Tom.
- Fri Mar 15, 2019 1:00 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Let Chickasha begin
- Replies: 36
- Views: 7707
Re: Let Chickasha begin
Appears to be a 1933 Buick ohv straight 8.
- Fri Mar 15, 2019 12:32 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Let Chickasha begin
- Replies: 36
- Views: 7707
Re: Let Chickasha begin
Wow, that is a nice Packard,’35 Ford etc. Keep them coming Steve. Inclement weather in northern AZ and on the I-40 corridor prevented my attendance this year. 

- Thu Mar 14, 2019 5:57 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: OT-autonomous grocery delivery service
- Replies: 14
- Views: 3148
Re: OT-autonomous grocery delivery service
No problem Frank, looking forward to the next Flivvers meeting.Sarikatime wrote: ↑Thu Mar 14, 2019 4:55 pmBob, I still owe you money, haven’t forgotten. Make sure you make the next meeting, we can carpool if you want. Frank

- Thu Mar 14, 2019 1:45 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: OT-autonomous grocery delivery service
- Replies: 14
- Views: 3148
Re: OT-autonomous grocery delivery service
I just created a new bookmark (favorite) to take me directly to the OT forum.
- Thu Mar 14, 2019 1:40 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: Thomas Edison's greatest invention is dead!
- Replies: 31
- Views: 4980
Re: Thomas Edison's greatest invention is dead!
That is why I seldom watch or read the news these days. I choose to maintain some modicum of sanity during my “golden years”.Burger in Spokane wrote: ↑Thu Mar 14, 2019 1:25 pmIf one doesn't choose to find humor in the downward spiral of so-called "humanity",
one will go mad.
- Wed Mar 13, 2019 12:20 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Coolant Recommendation
- Replies: 45
- Views: 7335
Re: Coolant Recommendation
I have had good results with this product. Can be purchased pre mixed or full strength. I mix my own with distilled water and test to get the desired freeze protection.
- Mon Mar 11, 2019 12:05 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Rod boring lathe
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1770
Re: Rod boring lathe
Erik, thanks for posting the pictures of your rod boring lathe. Is that a cutter in the chuck? I have never seen a lathe like this before. Interesting.
- Tue Mar 05, 2019 10:36 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: After a hard day of touring...
- Replies: 14
- Views: 3470
Re: After a hard day of touring...
Steve, that cartoon reminded me of this place. 

- Sat Mar 02, 2019 11:13 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Favorite Timer with OF Carburetor
- Replies: 22
- Views: 3758
Re: Favorite Timer with OF Carburetor
Haven’t heard of that one before. A search didn’t turn up much. Thinking it has to do with sympathetic interactions between mechanisms or physical elements.