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by Dave Loving
Tue Jul 11, 2023 10:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Fuel Consumption
Replies: 20
Views: 1201

Re: Fuel Consumption

This car is new to me, I had the engine rebuilt, it was set up with a Model A Carb which I have changed to a Rebuilt NH. When I first tried to start it with about 3/4 of an inch of gas in the tank it would not run. I added about 2", bringing the level in the tank to about 3", It would start, run for...
by Dave Loving
Tue Jul 11, 2023 6:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Fuel Consumption
Replies: 20
Views: 1201

Fuel Consumption

My 1915 CenterDoor seems to be starving for fuel. How much gasoline does a T consume in ounces per minute?
I want to compare that to the amount that is running into the Carb.

Dave
by Dave Loving
Mon Feb 06, 2023 3:11 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Conn Rod Bearing Inserts: Yea or Nay?
Replies: 6
Views: 1074

Conn Rod Bearing Inserts: Yea or Nay?

My 1911 Torpedo needs new conn rod bearings, should I go with Inserts rather than conventional Babbitt?
Thanks,
by Dave Loving
Thu Aug 25, 2022 5:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Model A question
Replies: 5
Views: 726

Model A question

I have a '31 A400 that gets little use because it's not a "T". I recently Trailered it up to Maine, (4hr. Ride) After I off loaded it I checked all the precious bodily fluids and found the coolant was down 2 gallons. (it was full when I put it in the Trailer) I refilled it and drove it for 4 days, n...
by Dave Loving
Sat May 07, 2022 4:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Changing Low speed band
Replies: 0
Views: 481

Changing Low speed band

Is it necessary to remove the brake band to remove the low speed band?

Dave
by Dave Loving
Sat May 07, 2022 4:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Changing Low speed band
Replies: 2
Views: 722

Changing Low speed band

Is it necessary to remove the brake band to remove the low speed band?

Dave
by Dave Loving
Sat May 07, 2022 12:38 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: SOLD Classtique Upholstery Kit, 1910 Ford touring. Leather
Replies: 6
Views: 1668

Re: FS: Classtique Upholstery Kit, 1910 Ford touring. Leather

The kit was made for a Ray Wells Body.
by Dave Loving
Wed May 04, 2022 5:37 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: SOLD Classtique Upholstery Kit, 1910 Ford touring. Leather
Replies: 6
Views: 1668

Re: FS: Classtique Upholstery Kit, 1910 Ford touring. Leather

I have no idea who made the body. What is the difference?
by Dave Loving
Tue May 03, 2022 5:59 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: SOLD Classtique Upholstery Kit, 1910 Ford touring. Leather
Replies: 6
Views: 1668

SOLD Classtique Upholstery Kit, 1910 Ford touring. Leather

Classtique, Leather Upholstery Kit for 1910 Ford Touring.
New, Never Installed.
List: $2,995
Selling for $2,195
Available at the BBC Flea Market, May 15, Gettysbury, PA
thundercastle@comcast.net
by Dave Loving
Thu May 06, 2021 10:21 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How do I convert a 6v starter to run on 12v?
Replies: 17
Views: 6922

Re: How do I convert a 6v starter to run on 12v?

I should have provided more info.
Starting is not a problem. The car has a 12v. battery, 12v. coil & distributor, headlights etc.
High compression head.
I want to lessen the stress on the Bendix, ring gear etc.

Thanks,
Dave
by Dave Loving
Thu May 06, 2021 3:47 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How do I convert a 6v starter to run on 12v?
Replies: 17
Views: 6922

How do I convert a 6v starter to run on 12v?

Is it a good idea to convert my starter to 12v? Where do I find instructions on how to do it?
by Dave Loving
Sat Dec 12, 2020 10:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1915 Center Door, pulling the engine
Replies: 11
Views: 2250

Re: 1915 Center Door, pulling the engine

Thanks guys for all the on point advice.
It is alway so rewarding to chat with people that actually know what they are talking about!

Dave
by Dave Loving
Sat Dec 12, 2020 6:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1915 Center Door, pulling the engine
Replies: 11
Views: 2250

Re: 1915 Center Door, pulling the engine

There appears to be enough clearance for the arms to slide under the Firewall/hood former. I've removed the firewall brackets. It looks like the only problem is getting the pedals past the firewall. I'm reluctant to remove the hood former for fear of messing up the paint where the hood former meets ...
by Dave Loving
Sat Dec 12, 2020 6:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1915 Center Door, pulling the engine
Replies: 11
Views: 2250

1915 Center Door, pulling the engine

I'm about to pull the engine on my 1915 Center Door, do I need to remove the fire-wall/hood former in order to get it out? If I remove the reverse and brake pedals and lay the clutch down, will I be able to pull it out with out removing the fire wall?
Thanks,
Dave
by Dave Loving
Tue Oct 27, 2020 6:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Magnets Vs. Slingers
Replies: 9
Views: 2171

Magnets Vs. Slingers

I'm rebuilding my 1915 CenterDoor engine. It currently has a distributer and slingers. It also has a Warford, High Compression head,
& Model A Carb.
I know Distributers and Mags don't go together, but is there an advantage to having either magnets or slingers?
Your humble opinions are desired.

Dave
by Dave Loving
Tue Oct 06, 2020 9:18 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Model A Carb.
Replies: 5
Views: 1766

Model A Carb.

Does anyone have any experience running a Model A Carb in a T?
Is it a good idea?

Thanks,
Dave
by Dave Loving
Wed Jun 10, 2020 3:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: "EE" Crankshaft
Replies: 4
Views: 2311

"EE" Crankshaft

What is the difference between a "EE" Crankshaft and a regular crankshaft?
How are they identified?
What's the advantage, if there is one?
Thanks,
Dave
by Dave Loving
Wed Jan 01, 2020 7:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Steering Gears, How do I distinguish different early from later gears?
Replies: 1
Views: 1302

Steering Gears, How do I distinguish different early from later gears?

I have a 1910 Touring, How do I tell the difference between the various configurations of gears? I want to change the steering column shaft and want to be sure to have the correct combination of gears & Shaft. I understand the early cars had a different pressure angle and perhaps different spacing b...
by Dave Loving
Sat Oct 26, 2019 9:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Adjusting #4 ConRod on 3 dip pan?
Replies: 22
Views: 6966

Re: Adjusting #4 ConRod on 3 dip pan?

Thanks guys for all the great advice, After much consternation I was finally able to get the cap off. I made a baffle plate as Chad suggested, stuffed rags in the voids and put 2 magnets on the baffle. I was finally able to get the 1st nut loose. I ended up cutting the end off a 9/16 box wrench to t...
by Dave Loving
Sun Oct 20, 2019 6:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Adjusting #4 ConRod on 3 dip pan?
Replies: 22
Views: 6966

Adjusting #4 ConRod on 3 dip pan?

My 1911 Torpedo has a knock, #4 Rod, What's the conventional wisdom, pull the engine so that it's easy to access or do it with the engine in the car? It looks like a real bear to do in the car!
Thanks,