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by Matt in California
Fri Dec 08, 2023 12:49 am
Forum: Classifieds - Vehicles
Topic: 1927 Four Door For Sale ***SOLD***
Replies: 13
Views: 2721

Re: 1927 Four Door For Sale ***SOLD-pending payment ***

Just for the record the pending payment is not coming out of the Hello Kitty back pack. :D
by Matt in California
Thu Dec 07, 2023 11:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Old Photo - Wonderful Repair shop
Replies: 21
Views: 1511

Re: Old Photo - Wonderful Repair shop

Rich Eagle wrote:
Thu Dec 07, 2023 1:48 pm
It would make a great painting wouldn't it. I'll put it on the pile. :D
Let me know how big of a check I need to make:)
by Matt in California
Thu Dec 07, 2023 10:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: AUTO-KAMP Trailer
Replies: 27
Views: 2391

Re: AUTO-KAMP Trailer

Just suppose someone had the opportunity to buy an old tent trailer that needed to be restored. What would it cost to replace the canvas?

Also suppose it was a Gilkie, is it hard to get the plans if there is no canvas?

Matt
by Matt in California
Thu Dec 07, 2023 1:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Old Photo - Wonderful Repair shop
Replies: 21
Views: 1511

Re: Old Photo - Wonderful Repair shop

I snagged this from AACA forum. It was posted by TerryB and is of his wife’s grandfather and his auto repair shop in Pinedale PA... These old repair shop photos are a delight. '24-25 Tudor and lots of treasures. Rich Rich, I would like a nice painting based on this photo hanging on my wall:) Matt
by Matt in California
Thu Dec 07, 2023 12:19 am
Forum: Classifieds - Vehicles
Topic: 1927 Four Door For Sale ***SOLD***
Replies: 13
Views: 2721

Re: 1927 Four Door For Sale New Price

Andy,
I am looking for an excuse to stop thinking about this. Can you please measure the maximum height, so that I can make sure it will not fit in my garage!

Matthew
by Matt in California
Wed Dec 06, 2023 4:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Master Carburetor Collectors / Users
Replies: 5
Views: 801

Re: Master Carburetor Collectors / Users

Mark Gregush wrote:
Wed Dec 06, 2023 1:31 am
Mark started this post. ;) He is asking if anyone has run one of them.
Mark,
I found that Royce Petterson posted his reflections of this experience Master Carb along with a lot of other interesting history: https://modeltfordfix.com/the-miller-ma ... el-t-ford/

Matt
by Matt in California
Tue Dec 05, 2023 4:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Master Carburetor Collectors / Users
Replies: 5
Views: 801

Re: Master Carburetor Collectors / Users

Mark, I am curious if anyone has contacted you. I am surprised that more have not posted. I see from the size on the advertisement the carburetor that I have would be the "Ford Racing Master." I wonder if the Highway Patrol will be concerned if I run it on my stock car :lol: It is amazing to think t...
by Matt in California
Tue Dec 05, 2023 1:16 am
Forum: Classifieds - Vehicles
Topic: 1927 Four Door For Sale ***SOLD***
Replies: 13
Views: 2721

Re: 1927 Four Door For Sale New Price

I wish someone would take the offer so I would stop thinking...
by Matt in California
Tue Dec 05, 2023 1:07 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Master Carburetor Collectors / Users
Replies: 5
Views: 801

Re: Master Carburetor Collectors / Users

Mark, I recently acquired three carburetors and the Master Carb from Detroit was among them. 3B7AC42D-D1BE-4CF8-92A8-C14EEE0B33AC.jpeg 02D0E60B-F449-4A25-B78E-E9812B45EDE5.jpeg 45E46A50-F762-44F6-8F2D-3497C4AA05DA.jpeg 575CB2ED-7F36-4588-ADB7-DA256094B344.jpeg Does anyone have a suggestion on a mani...
by Matt in California
Mon Nov 20, 2023 2:54 am
Forum: Classifieds - Vehicles
Topic: 1927 Four Door For Sale ***SOLD***
Replies: 13
Views: 2721

Re: 1927 Four Door For Sale

Well now why did you have to post this! This would be easier to get together than my project:)
by Matt in California
Sat Oct 07, 2023 2:33 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: AUTO-KAMP Trailer
Replies: 27
Views: 2391

Re: AUTO-KAMP Trailer

With my purchase of the Tourist Kitchenette, I have got more intrigued by Model T era camping stuff: https://www.mtfca.com/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=38360&p=300295#p300295 You don’t exactly live down the street. But I must say put a old camper trailer on my bucket list. With what appears to be orig...
by Matt in California
Thu Oct 05, 2023 11:21 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: A new DIY electronic coil tester.
Replies: 319
Views: 359329

Re: A new DIY electronic coil tester.

Lovely! I have a video of the tool I use to adjust the coils: https://youtu.be/CWCJyA8rR4A?feature=shared This tool works for both the upper and lower bridge. C61208C5-1E37-4B65-887F-808041FC024C.png I have made some updates since the video on this tool for the upper bridge adjustment, but it seems ...
by Matt in California
Thu Oct 05, 2023 2:30 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: A new DIY electronic coil tester.
Replies: 319
Views: 359329

Re: A new DIY electronic coil tester.

Thanks Matt for the reply. No the spark LED isn't flashing. The other 2 LED's are on. I used my 12v 700A car battery. I have 5 FACT boards so I ordered a new Arduino and screen but same problem. I'm looking to buy a 240VAC to 12VDC power supply. How many Amps does the FACT need to operate? Thanks a...
by Matt in California
Wed Oct 04, 2023 1:29 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: A new DIY electronic coil tester.
Replies: 319
Views: 359329

Re: A new DIY electronic coil tester.

Not sure what's going on. The coils were buzzing in the car but I can't get them to buzz with the tester. I replaced the capacitor in one of them so it's showing a pass but I cannot get any of them to spark. Any ideas? What tests can I do? I have tried with a 12v battery and the 6v (9.4v) T battery...
by Matt in California
Sun Sep 24, 2023 11:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Decal block letter suggestions for my running board Tourists Kitchenette
Replies: 34
Views: 2029

Re: Decal block letter suggestions for my running board Tourists Kitchenette

Progress update. I stripped pint off of most of the main box. The lunch box area alone took me a few hours. Now I realize that it will be a lot of fun to paint such a small area! It had a nice original paint in it. But it look like someone put a pie in there that spilled over perhaps taking it for a...
by Matt in California
Sat Sep 16, 2023 10:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Decal block letter suggestions for my running board Tourists Kitchenette
Replies: 34
Views: 2029

Re: Decal block letter suggestions for my running board Tourists Kitchenette

We are making great progress with the graphics that Martynn made. 0A82D9A5-7BEA-41A6-BA13-196A222F774A.jpeg One interesting thing was I found the clear tape would pull off most of the paint showing the original paint. To me it looks like glass antique white would be close. 7C25DD6D-F895-4669-8739-E6...
by Matt in California
Fri Sep 15, 2023 1:27 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Decal block letter suggestions for my running board Tourists Kitchenette
Replies: 34
Views: 2029

Re: Decal block letter suggestions for my running board Tourists Kitchenette

As I stated before, you can then cut out an oversized piece out of the clear decal you just printed. Wet that and slide that onto another piece of decal paper sprayed metallic gold. You can then trim the decal to the proper size and shape. If it turns out that there isn't enough water soluble dextr...
by Matt in California
Thu Sep 14, 2023 12:15 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Decal block letter suggestions for my running board Tourists Kitchenette
Replies: 34
Views: 2029

Re: Decal block letter suggestions for my running board Tourists Kitchenette

I have been going back and forth Martynn and there is some great progress on the graphics. After doing some searching and looking at what is left of the decal I figured out the first words were: THE ALBATROSS LINE The Albatross Line.PNG https://www.google.com/books/edition/California_and_Western_Med...
by Matt in California
Sun Sep 10, 2023 4:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Decal block letter suggestions for my running board Tourists Kitchenette
Replies: 34
Views: 2029

Re: Decal block letter suggestions for my running board Tourists Kitchenette

490BA7AB-188B-4766-883F-547FCAEE93AF.jpeg I am working with Martynn on the decals graphics. He mentioned that the decal on my is not the same as the others. I looked it up and found that it is "ALBATROSS STEEL EQUIPMENT COMPANY". I found key pit of evidence on google from 1928 (Source "Engineers": ...
by Matt in California
Sun Sep 10, 2023 1:00 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: A new DIY electronic coil tester.
Replies: 319
Views: 359329

Re: A new DIY electronic coil tester.

1/4 inch is a gap of .25 inch. Suggested plug gap for a Model T Motor (stock) .031" - .035" I understand that, but we're talking about the gap for the tester. A .035 gap doesnt necessarily mean you have a strong enough coil spark. I believe the gap for a HCCT is 1/4" Depending on your source, it re...
by Matt in California
Sun Sep 03, 2023 1:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Decal block letter suggestions for my running board Tourists Kitchenette
Replies: 34
Views: 2029

Re: Decal block letter suggestions for my running board Tourists Kitchenette

Wow! What a wealth of knowledge here on the forum. When I originally posted I was hoping to get some direction to find some ready made decals that would be close enough... It is a learning curve for me to understand making custom decals. Martynn, I sent you photos of each decal. I see a few things I...
by Matt in California
Sun Sep 03, 2023 12:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Decal block letter suggestions for my running board Tourists Kitchenette
Replies: 34
Views: 2029

Re: Decal block letter suggestions for my running board Tourists Kitchenette

I used to have one of those running board kitchenettes years ago. I decided that it was just too big for my car, and according to David Woodworth, the one I had was a Model A and the largest one. The Model B was the mid-size and perfect for a Model T running board. Well, enough of that. Mike, Thank...
by Matt in California
Sat Sep 02, 2023 3:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Decal block letter suggestions for my running board Tourists Kitchenette
Replies: 34
Views: 2029

Re: Decal block letter suggestions for my running board Tourists Kitchenette

John, I have seen other photos of decals for these cabinets, but this one seems different. Frank, I appreciate your comments. Here are some responses: Paining zinc- I am aware of the issues. That is in part why I was considering not painting. Zinc and food- I was not aware of the concerns. I know in...
by Matt in California
Tue Aug 29, 2023 10:27 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Decal block letter suggestions for my running board Tourists Kitchenette
Replies: 34
Views: 2029

Re: Decal block letter suggestions for my running board Tourists Kitchenette

I use the laser decals on some of my flying rockets ! Are they as simple as they seem. This would be black only, but how is color? I imagine color over white should come out okay. I might want to reproduce the manufactures decal. This is what is left of that decal: 490BA7AB-188B-4766-883F-547FCAEE9...
by Matt in California
Mon Aug 28, 2023 10:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Decal block letter suggestions for my running board Tourists Kitchenette
Replies: 34
Views: 2029

Re: Decal block letter suggestions for my running board Tourists Kitchenette

I appreciate all the wonderful comments! Jim Patrick, Thanks for the advice on the painting. I’ve been working on stripping it down to the galvanized sheet metal. 6B2866D8-1719-488B-B2C8-56B7E36DC57F.jpeg A25D4330-0E01-454F-A20B-3B9ABA5D9393.jpeg In someways I like the galvanized look. But I might w...
by Matt in California
Mon Aug 28, 2023 9:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: A new DIY electronic coil tester.
Replies: 319
Views: 359329

Re: A new DIY electronic coil tester.

As long as you use the original nano (not 3.3 version) you should be fine. Just be sure to select to define the microprocessor as 1.
Have fun!
by Matt in California
Mon Aug 28, 2023 2:49 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: A new DIY electronic coil tester.
Replies: 319
Views: 359329

Re: A new DIY electronic coil tester.

Great to hear things are moving along with purchasing the boards! It is good to hear all parts are available. In the earlier version of the board parts that were selected were discontinued. Now out of the tens of thousands of choices the best ones are hopefully chosen. Regarding the software the fol...
by Matt in California
Sun Aug 27, 2023 5:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Decal block letter suggestions for my running board Tourists Kitchenette
Replies: 34
Views: 2029

Re: Decal block letter suggestions for my running board Tourists Kitchenette

“ICE BOX” Seems to be written and 1 inch lettering. B8816EC6-6BDB-437C-B9BB-AC6729E64883.jpeg Everything else seems to be written with three-quarter inch lettering. 54A54E33-93D6-47D4-8250-8D0A431F5682.jpeg I am not sure on the exact font but this appears to be a block lettering with black outlines....
by Matt in California
Sun Aug 27, 2023 4:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Decal block letter suggestions for my running board Tourists Kitchenette
Replies: 34
Views: 2029

Decal block letter suggestions for my running board Tourists Kitchenette

I picked this up at an auction last weekend. 05995636-9A35-42B5-BD18-D2FB46E865EA.jpeg 5CB59FC4-7D34-4E8B-803C-5D455068658E.jpeg 83CDFD64-8479-4E14-82AE-575584E90BC7.jpeg Unfortunately someone took the time to paint over the decal lettering. I plan to strip the paint off and either leave the galvani...
by Matt in California
Tue Aug 22, 2023 12:47 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: A new DIY electronic coil tester.
Replies: 319
Views: 359329

Re: A new DIY electronic coil tester.

This is the most recent version of the Arduino code: The Ford Arduino Coil Tester ('FACT'), a prog to test Model T 'buzz coils' Released under the GNU General Public Licence (https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-3.0.html) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Vers...
by Matt in California
Mon Aug 21, 2023 9:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: A new DIY electronic coil tester.
Replies: 319
Views: 359329

Re: A new DIY electronic coil tester.

Here are the latest files for version 4. I would strongly encourage that you use this version. Gerber_PCB_FACT_2_22_22.zip BOM and Pick and place.zip I had to zip the POM and Pick and Place. You will need to extract that file so that you are left with the Gerber zip file and two excel files. Then yo...
by Matt in California
Sat Jul 15, 2023 11:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Modified Knipex Wrench- Ignition Coil Point Cushion Spring Rivet Tool
Replies: 5
Views: 756

Modified Knipex Wrench- Ignition Coil Point Cushion Spring Rivet Tool

Two years ago at the Tulare swap meet showing the FACT coil tester and I’m very innovative person came by and told me how he adjust the coil spring. Based on the information that he told me I finally built my own: 6154A386-258B-43B5-8331-EFD2156D0A5A.jpeg Modified Knipex Wrench part number 86-03-150...
by Matt in California
Sun Jul 09, 2023 8:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How I Rebuild Coils- The hard way!
Replies: 42
Views: 2797

The worse thing- how to kill a coil.

What causes a coil to go bad? One thing we should discuss is how coil insulation fails. This may be obvious to those with experience. In my opinion, one of the worst things that can be done to a coil is running it without a spark gap. I believe this is the main cause of secondary coil failures. If ...
by Matt in California
Fri Jul 07, 2023 8:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How I Rebuild Coils- The hard way!
Replies: 42
Views: 2797

Re: How I Rebuild Coils- The hard way!

Poppie, if you look at the post from July 5th at 12:29 pm there are images that should answer your question. But basically you need to remove/disconnect capacitor and contacts and measure place megger across these points. I also connected from secondary to core. Ron, very interesting how the merger ...
by Matt in California
Fri Jul 07, 2023 1:46 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How I Rebuild Coils- The hard way!
Replies: 42
Views: 2797

Re: How I Rebuild Coils- The hard way!

I let the stain significantly dry. Time for boiled linseed oil.
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by Matt in California
Thu Jul 06, 2023 5:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How I Rebuild Coils- The hard way!
Replies: 42
Views: 2797

Re: How I Rebuild Coils- The hard way!

... I eventually quit doing coils in those numbers because there were too many folks doing a very good job of it for far less than I wanted to do them for...God Bless Them. Now I only do my own. And a Megger is part of the testing process. Scott, Thanks for sharing your experience! I agree, what pe...
by Matt in California
Wed Jul 05, 2023 3:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How I Rebuild Coils- The hard way!
Replies: 42
Views: 2797

Re: How I Rebuild Coils- The hard way!

What does everyone use for insulating washers on the spring post? Also, I noted your caps are red, not the standard orange as supplied by most vendors. Do you prefer your cap over the orange for any particular reason? Thank you for the post. I used the washers because they came with the plastic coi...
by Matt in California
Wed Jul 05, 2023 1:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How I Rebuild Coils- The hard way!
Replies: 42
Views: 2797

Re: How I Rebuild Coils- The hard way!

Your megger on the secondary winding test taught me something. You showed a very nice photo above. A coil I had been "playing with" showed a 3.65 so in the ballpark I think. Thank you on many details! Duane, Depending on the manufacture you want to read 2-4 kohms. (Nominal values of 3300 ohms for F...
by Matt in California
Wed Jul 05, 2023 12:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How I Rebuild Coils- The hard way!
Replies: 42
Views: 2797

Re: using a megger

You can find info on using a megger on coils here: http://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/257047/269201.html?1329803721 Their are two places high voltage shorts occur in Model T coils. To check for them you have to remove the coil points and the capacitor. Use a 1000volt Meggar and test between points...
by Matt in California
Wed Jul 05, 2023 12:12 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How I Rebuild Coils- The hard way!
Replies: 42
Views: 2797

Re: How I Rebuild Coils- The hard way!

I like to use dark walnut wood stain on coils that have been stripped down. This in my opinion makes the coils look similar original ones that have not been stripped down and are in good shape.
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by Matt in California
Tue Jul 04, 2023 8:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How I Rebuild Coils- The hard way!
Replies: 42
Views: 2797

Re: How I Rebuild Coils- The hard way!

I tested coils and did a basic tune before adding tar. I didn’t want to find an issue after. Time for the tar. I use a small Japanese cast iron tea kettle on an electric hotplate. The hot plate is not very powerful so I don’t have issues with tar boiling out, but it is slow. D9A26BDC-51DB-4E4A-B08C...
by Matt in California
Tue Jul 04, 2023 6:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How I Rebuild Coils- The hard way!
Replies: 42
Views: 2797

Re: How I Rebuild Coils- The hard way!

I use a wire wheel to clean up the bottom contacts. It look like I had a lot of rust but it looks like it was all surface rust. B25201F7-6383-4F01-BA98-C1AD3B55A130.jpeg I also cleaned up the nuts and hardware but decided to make my own brass nuts for the top. Trying to make sure that these can last...
by Matt in California
Tue Jul 04, 2023 5:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How I Rebuild Coils- The hard way!
Replies: 42
Views: 2797

Re: How I Rebuild Coils- The hard way!

I forgot to mention that before I put the capacitor in I use a megger the measure to test that there was no issue on the secondary. Now is the time to get the contacts on the tap all cleaned up and ready to use. I stole the contacts off of the plastic ones. Likely wire wheeling it looks like these w...
by Matt in California
Tue Jul 04, 2023 12:56 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How I Rebuild Coils- The hard way!
Replies: 42
Views: 2797

Re: How I Rebuild Coils- The hard way!

Congratulations Ron! One of the consequences of me documenting this process is to help people appreciate the labor that you put into rebuilding coils! And the Rest of you guys are giving me a hard time time! I used to be humbled by the fact of my poor spelling and grammar. Yes auto correct sometimes...
by Matt in California
Mon Jul 03, 2023 3:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How I Rebuild Coils- The hard way!
Replies: 42
Views: 2797

Re: How I Rebuild Coils- The hard way!

At this point I went ahead and used some ink to make the tops black. I used a old toothbrush and a toothpick to get all the areas in the top.
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So I get the other hardware ready that should be dry.
by Matt in California
Mon Jul 03, 2023 3:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How I Rebuild Coils- The hard way!
Replies: 42
Views: 2797

Re: How I Rebuild Coils- The hard way!

I’ve been blasted all the boxes. Sometimes I like to do that before I attempt to take the hardware off to remove all the rest but didn’t go through that trouble last night. I don’t think the blasting is necessary on all boxes having very clean studs on the top is very important. So when I go to the ...
by Matt in California
Mon Jul 03, 2023 3:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How I Rebuild Coils- The hard way!
Replies: 42
Views: 2797

Re: How I Rebuild Coils- The hard way!

Now is the time to address the hardware. Fortunately someone had removed most of the nuts. The rusty one that shown above with the wrench I ground off and replaced it with a spare I had from a bad coil. The others I cleaned up with the wire wheel and put marvel mystery oil on. CF277F71-302A-4057-BB3...
by Matt in California
Mon Jul 03, 2023 3:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How I Rebuild Coils- The hard way!
Replies: 42
Views: 2797

Re: How I Rebuild Coils- The hard way!

Opened the box and already needing to make a repair. 46B2F7C2-6A6A-4552-BBB9-65069ABB65A8.jpeg I find it easier to pull of the side panel to remove the capacitor. I use a knife like this. 61A4C058-8D9F-47A6-A4F5-6126FC60EB85.jpeg BAECD38E-6055-4B73-9349-6CCB898DBD00.jpeg That only worked on one. The...
by Matt in California
Mon Jul 03, 2023 3:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How I Rebuild Coils- The hard way!
Replies: 42
Views: 2797

Re: How I Rebuild Coils- The hard way!

I checked to see if the secondary coils were good and they all passed. 8B9AAD3C-1CE7-4333-9D1D-0CBC44E77F4A.jpeg Then I pulled out the nails. I use a knife to get the nails to stick up a bit, then I can pull on them. If they’re really stuck I have gone to cutting them off by slipping eight then ask ...
by Matt in California
Mon Jul 03, 2023 3:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How I Rebuild Coils- The hard way!
Replies: 42
Views: 2797

Re: How I Rebuild Coils- The hard way!

TWrenn wrote:
Mon Jul 03, 2023 10:11 am
The hardest part for me to rebuild coils is the waiting in line at the post office to send them to Brent Mize!! :lol:
Yes I consider sending them off to a reptile rebuilder the easy way :-)
by Matt in California
Mon Jul 03, 2023 3:46 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How I Rebuild Coils- The hard way!
Replies: 42
Views: 2797

Re: How I Rebuild Coils- The hard way!

The wood coils have great wood boxes. For some reason every box has some scratches in the same place. Any ideas why? 79EA347D-18DF-4A3B-B5FC-DCE653AC4950.jpeg Now the hardware on top leaves lots to desire! 94CD82B6-6E33-4DA3-88BF-77B1837AC77F.jpeg Look at how much this nut rusted! This wrench is the...
by Matt in California
Mon Jul 03, 2023 3:40 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How I Rebuild Coils- The hard way!
Replies: 42
Views: 2797

How I Rebuild Coils- The hard way!

A couple meetings back a fellow club member from a antique car club that I am a member of mentioned he acquired a TT and couldn’t get it to start. He asked if I could test his coils on my tester. I told home I would bring it the next time we meet, but I forgot the tester today today... So he asked i...
by Matt in California
Wed Jun 21, 2023 6:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Planning a visit to the Henry Ford Museum
Replies: 20
Views: 1810

Re: Planning a visit to the Henry Ford Museum

I took up Doug’s generous offer. He picked me up st the airport and we spent the afternoon together! We visited Greenfield Village and Henry Ford Museum! Lots of fun and lots of great things to see. Many buildings we just had a few minutes to see. I enjoyed everything especially: The 15M DC23530D-3E...
by Matt in California
Tue Jun 20, 2023 1:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Planning a visit to the Henry Ford Museum
Replies: 20
Views: 1810

Re: Planning a visit to the Henry Ford Museum

Thanks for the responses! I didn't think about the Ford Piquette Plant. So much to do, so little time! It looks like I can take Bus Line 261 from the airport to the Museum/Greenfield village. After watching this video, I am excited to see Greenfield village, but still open to suggestions: https://ww...
by Matt in California
Tue Jun 20, 2023 12:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Planning a visit to the Henry Ford Museum
Replies: 20
Views: 1810

Planning a visit to the Henry Ford Museum

I have a business trip to Detroit, and I recently discovered that I have a window of opportunity to visit the Henry Ford Museum from noon to 5:00. It wasn't originally part of my itinerary, but I'm thrilled to have the chance to check it off my bucket list. I'm incredibly excited about this unexpect...
by Matt in California
Tue Jun 13, 2023 7:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Using AI (ChatGPT) to find answers to Model T related questions
Replies: 32
Views: 2106

Re: Using AI (ChatGPT) to find answers to Model T related questions

Gee Matt....you picked some easy ones...lol Ask your new buddy what the final clearance should be between a triple gear bush, and the pin on a Model T transmission? That may be a really (non) inciteful (or is it, insightful) answer :D Q: what the final clearance should be between a triple gear bush...
by Matt in California
Tue Jun 13, 2023 3:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Using AI (ChatGPT) to find answers to Model T related questions
Replies: 32
Views: 2106

Re: Using AI (ChatGPT) to find answers to Model T related questions

Well then; why should us old guys with over a half century learning about Ts continue to receive gratification mentoring young fellas and self described ‘newbys’ with their issues ? I’m gonna sell my stock in Model T Ford Service Manual…. Tell ‘em to get a ChatBLT… 😞 George, the rabbit hole gets wo...
by Matt in California
Tue Jun 13, 2023 2:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Using AI (ChatGPT) to find answers to Model T related questions
Replies: 32
Views: 2106

Re: Using AI (ChatGPT) to find answers to Model T related questions

George House wrote:
Tue Jun 13, 2023 1:55 pm
What the hell is ChatGPT ??… A.I. ??
George,
A.I. = Artificial Intelligence
ChatGPT is like Google on steroids!
by Matt in California
Tue Jun 13, 2023 1:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Proper Tire pressure
Replies: 4
Views: 463

Re: Proper Tire pressure

I have been playing with ChatGPT and here is the response: The recommended tire pressure for Model TT Ford tires can vary depending on factors such as load, driving conditions, and personal preferences. However, here are some general guidelines for tire pressure: 1. Front Tires (4.50 x 21): The reco...
by Matt in California
Tue Jun 13, 2023 1:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Using AI (ChatGPT) to find answers to Model T related questions
Replies: 32
Views: 2106

Using AI (ChatGPT) to find answers to Model T related questions

ChatGPT is all the rage. I thought that I would use it on something I know something about to see how ChatGPT responds. Question #1: "where can I buy model t parts" You can find Model T parts from a variety of sources. Here are a few options: 1. Online Marketplaces: Websites like eBay, Amazon, and C...
by Matt in California
Thu May 11, 2023 8:46 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: WTB key #58 and rearview mirrors for 1920 Roadster
Replies: 1
Views: 328

Re: WTB key #58 and rearview mirrors for 1920 Roadster

No responses yet. I am looking for a rearview mirror for an open car. It is okay if it is not exactly the correct year...
by Matt in California
Wed May 10, 2023 12:08 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: WTB key #58 and rearview mirrors for 1920 Roadster
Replies: 1
Views: 328

WTB key #58 and rearview mirrors for 1920 Roadster

A friend recently picked up a roadster that was almost complete except It didn’t have mirrors or the key. If you have either the key number 58 or mirrors please message me with the price and shipping to California.
by Matt in California
Thu Apr 20, 2023 12:13 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Model T’s on the HCCA National Tour
Replies: 17
Views: 2161

Re: Model T’s on the HCCA National Tour

Andy, I had to go to see the tour myself today! About one third of the cars were Model Ts. At the right angle it looked like all Model Ts! 423B35D2-BB3B-4D2B-AAA6-79679AEDDE5E.jpeg 289C5944-8F39-49BB-AFE9-1120353CAEDC.jpeg 93B4AFB4-043C-4E30-BD02-30934819FF31.jpeg 428D0D78-30B2-4E95-B3F1-D8C810BE15B...
by Matt in California
Tue Apr 18, 2023 11:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Model T’s on the HCCA National Tour
Replies: 17
Views: 2161

Re: Model T’s on the HCCA National Tour

Today we went to a guys place who collected hundreds of signs, gas pumps and such. No pictures as he had no T’s. Andy Andy I’m sure that everyone agrees with me that we’re glad that you spared us from seeing hundreds of signs and gas pumps! Perhaps if you somehow snuck Model T in the background it ...
by Matt in California
Tue Apr 18, 2023 4:32 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: First time to take the T to the countryside in the Beautiful wildflowers of California
Replies: 10
Views: 1287

Re: First time to take the T to the countryside in the Beautiful wildflowers of California

Matt, Those pictures look like they were taken below Pine Flat Dam, on the Kings River, just off Belemont Avenue, or their abouts. Bingo Kevin is correct! Now bonus points for where I took the panarama photo. Steve, I managed to plant lupines (along with poppies) in my back yard. It looks amazing f...
by Matt in California
Sun Apr 16, 2023 1:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: First time to take the T to the countryside in the Beautiful wildflowers of California
Replies: 10
Views: 1287

Re: First time to take the T to the countryside in the Beautiful wildflowers of California

Some pictures to id what your looking at. Maybe take some closeups to https://sierrafoothillgarden.com/california-native-plants/ephemerals-and-wildflowers/ I did ID them. They are flowers! I didn’t think people would want to see flowers here, but I did get some photos. Using your chart, this looks ...
by Matt in California
Sun Apr 16, 2023 1:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: First time to take the T to the countryside in the Beautiful wildflowers of California
Replies: 10
Views: 1287

First time to take the T to the countryside in the Beautiful wildflowers of California

I haven’t traveled outside of town, but there has been one place on my bucket list. A place my family had a tradition of going in spring time to see the wildflowers In this season, for just a few weeks, Californian foothill have patches of color because of all the beautiful wildflowers! A wonderful ...
by Matt in California
Sun Apr 16, 2023 12:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: throwing my belt
Replies: 24
Views: 1658

Re: throwing my belt

Calvin, I am following this post I have been having an issue with my belt coming off in the last few months as well on my 1926. It is not clear to me everything you are saying, but for me I have the tension all the way. The belt doesn’t seem over tight. But it seems to come off often. I look forward...
by Matt in California
Tue Apr 11, 2023 12:12 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Have T prices risen?
Replies: 15
Views: 1597

Re: Have T prices risen?

Steve, I agree with you. Numbers may change a little depending on region. I tell people basically most Model T’s sell between $5,000 and $10,000. If something is a little more special of course it’s worth more and the opposite goes for the unspecial ones :-). So a good engine rebuild, a good paint j...
by Matt in California
Wed Mar 29, 2023 1:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Tulare 2023 Just a Few Weeks Away!!!
Replies: 29
Views: 2724

Re: Tulare 2023 Just a Few Weeks Away!!!

I am looking forward to Tulare!

I am waiting for spring break to figure out what I will bring to sell and what I want.

Matt
by Matt in California
Sat Mar 18, 2023 4:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: A new DIY electronic coil tester.
Replies: 319
Views: 359329

Re: A new DIY electronic coil tester.

Tony,
I am happy to help you. I thought that I sent you an email through the forum. Please email me and I will get you set up.

Matt
by Matt in California
Tue Mar 14, 2023 1:26 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: A new DIY electronic coil tester.
Replies: 319
Views: 359329

Re: A new DIY electronic coil tester.

Tony, I just sent you an email. I want to help you resolve the issue that you have with your board. Also, I wanted to share that I have updated the PCB to version 4.0. FACT ver 4_0 Circuit.JPG FACT ver 4_0 PCB.JPG I would be happy to share the files to make the PCB when someone is interested in maki...
by Matt in California
Mon Feb 20, 2023 3:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Magneto Clearance
Replies: 12
Views: 1175

Re: Magneto Clearance

William, Just to clarify you have mounted the pan and fourth main? And the pan has been verified to be straight? I am no expert here, but it sounds like your transmission is sagging. The question is why. It may be more than acceptable for a rebuild, but the reality of the engine you have. I will let...
by Matt in California
Mon Feb 20, 2023 7:37 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: OLD PHOTO- Crossing the Yuba River on Donner Summit California, June 4, 1911
Replies: 10
Views: 1825

Re: OLD PHOTO- Crossing the Yuba River on Donner Summit California, June 4, 1911

I know that this run was recently reenacted in a 1914 model T for the purpose of a short video. I know the person who worked on getting the car going, but never saw the video.

Matt
by Matt in California
Mon Feb 20, 2023 7:19 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: FOR SALE - AIR FRICTION ALUMINUM & BRASS CARBURETOR
Replies: 2
Views: 591

Re: FOR SALE - AIR FRICTION ALUMINUM & BRASS CARBURETOR

Boy at 34 miles/gallon I wish I got this! Too bad there’s are not repops, but they would be more than $85 and never get the 34 miles/gallon
by Matt in California
Sun Feb 05, 2023 11:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: LED light issues
Replies: 25
Views: 3333

Re: LED light issues

Matt, I think your T is just trying to tell you something. If it ain't broke, don't fix it! Allan from down under. Allan, Who says my T isn't broken :mrgreen: Okay, I figured out my problem! And I don't feel like the sharpest pencil in the pack! I ordered the wrong bulb and didn't read clearly or u...
by Matt in California
Sun Feb 05, 2023 1:34 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: LED light issues
Replies: 25
Views: 3333

Re: LED light issues

Test 1: Remove one incandescent bulb and replace with LED bulb. Single LED lamp works fine. ... Test 5: Connect one LED directly to battery with wire. LED lamp does not light up. ... if you connected one of the LED bulbs directly to the battery and it doesn’t lit up. i’d say it’s burnt out Please n...
by Matt in California
Sat Feb 04, 2023 5:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: LED light issues
Replies: 25
Views: 3333

Re: LED light issues

I appreciate all the responses! I will try to be clear as possible to clarify what I am experiencing. Set-up: -Yes, These are the headlight bulbs from LEDLight.com -The headlight bulbs are connected in parallel on 12vdc battery. -I tested and get 12vdc at bulb. Test 1: Remove one incandescent bulb a...
by Matt in California
Fri Feb 03, 2023 11:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: LED light issues
Replies: 25
Views: 3333

LED light issues

I decided that I wanted to give LED lights a try. I purchased 5-30 volts non-polarized bulbs. When they arrived I installed the first bulb and it light up nicely, but when I installed both neither worked. I tried again with one LED and one incandescent and it worked. One incandescent alone also work...
by Matt in California
Mon Jan 23, 2023 11:27 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Wanted: Canadian T Title Papers
Replies: 1
Views: 468

Re: Wanted: Canadian T Title Papers

Cory,
I tried to respond to your personal message on a different topic, but doesn't look like it got to you. Please send me an email, that might work better.

Matt
by Matt in California
Mon Jan 16, 2023 11:10 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Building a DIY HCCT
Replies: 34
Views: 4056

Re: Building a DIY HCCT

A quick update: My first test of the HCCT. I was using a rebuilt coil that I had on the shelf. The gauges were jumping a bit and the current was over 2.0 amps. I was’t sure what was wrong so I put the coil in the FACT unit that I built, saw the cushion spring needed adjustment. Placed it back in the...
by Matt in California
Thu Jan 12, 2023 11:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Reproduced Model T project
Replies: 15
Views: 1735

Re: Reproduced Model T project

I found this video about six months ago. These are two guys who kept those cars running at the museum. It is very informative in general and answers a lot of the questions you may have. https://youtu.be/xM09DBBs1Jw Frankly excellent video for anyone who Wants to hear from people who kept Model Ts dr...
by Matt in California
Tue Jan 10, 2023 10:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Building a DIY HCCT
Replies: 34
Views: 4056

Re: Building a DIY HCCT

I needed to do was get the gauges. I connected with Bob Cascisa. As many of you know he restores these early gauges. He even offered me a set of panel gauges that would work at a reasonable cost. I ended up getting the following NOS gauges off of eBay: FC8755EE-835C-47C9-A8D3-C714ABE7D2F4.jpeg One g...
by Matt in California
Sun Jan 08, 2023 12:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Building a DIY HCCT
Replies: 34
Views: 4056

Re: Building a DIY HCCT

It is uncommon to find a newly disassembled Model T flywheel that does not have at least one or more cracked magnets. ... Do the ring test and don't be bashful when banging one end of the magnets on the anvil of your vice. If the magnet rings like a tuning fork and doesn't break in two pieces they ...
by Matt in California
Fri Jan 06, 2023 11:36 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Building a DIY HCCT
Replies: 34
Views: 4056

Re: Building a DIY HCCT

AND/OR…. He has some magnets that he re-charged against their original polarity. Adam, I used a compass and magnetized accordingly. But when I saw the issue I reversed the polarization with the Ford Script magnets and found they still had twice the holding power (i.e. 9 lbs vs 4 lbs) of the other m...
by Matt in California
Fri Jan 06, 2023 11:34 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Building a DIY HCCT
Replies: 34
Views: 4056

Re: Building a DIY HCCT

Matt Perhaps you were not warned about cracked magnets? I suspect ho had some cracked magnets? That would account for your magnets that did not recharge well. Search this Forum for "cracked magneto magnets" and you fill find the easy procedure to check them for cracked magnets. These will need to b...
by Matt in California
Wed Jan 04, 2023 7:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Building a DIY HCCT
Replies: 34
Views: 4056

Re: Building a DIY HCCT

I have found Brass works best. RP Thanks Ron! This is how I figured out how much I needed to shim the magneto coil ring: E03306A1-AD1F-467E-AD68-2C1BE0B25CF8.jpeg For the next stage I worked on recharging the magnets. I removed all the magnets cleaned everything up and attempted to charge them on a...
by Matt in California
Wed Jan 04, 2023 1:18 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Building a DIY HCCT
Replies: 34
Views: 4056

Re: Building a DIY HCCT

Ron, I appreciate your insight and tips. Thanks for underscoring that a larger spark gap may destroy the secondary of the coil. I was not aware of the needed maintenance for the HCCT pointer. It is helpful to know that the pointer should be rounded off to reduce corrosion. Is it better to use someth...
by Matt in California
Mon Jan 02, 2023 1:07 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Building a DIY HCCT
Replies: 34
Views: 4056

Re: Building a DIY HCCT

Bob,
Thanks for the tip and photo! I was under the understanding that the gap should be a quarter inch. With that I tried to make everything else greater than a half inch. Let me know if you see any problems with that logic.

Thanks!

Matthew
by Matt in California
Sun Jan 01, 2023 2:06 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Building a DIY HCCT
Replies: 34
Views: 4056

Re: Building a DIY HCCT

Happy New Year! Here is what I did for a hole in the coil box and spark ring. I don’t get any extra points for ease of manufacturing/assembly. EB1CEC62-EA9A-448F-BC94-12BE358A5981.jpeg 1B030956-7377-4286-B71D-6F897176C205.jpeg 63C626A9-9F87-478D-AFF3-0BC8A9649DA6.jpeg A560B17F-149D-4F72-AB07-FF80780...
by Matt in California
Thu Dec 29, 2022 3:16 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Building a DIY HCCT
Replies: 34
Views: 4056

Re: Building a DIY HCCT

I got the handle installed:
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I added graphite inside the handle. It turns very smoothly.
by Matt in California
Wed Dec 28, 2022 11:37 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Building a DIY HCCT
Replies: 34
Views: 4056

Re: Building a DIY HCCT

I don’t know about you but when I see a old chair leg like this I see a bunch of handles :idea: 2AC9ADA1-7C70-4A1C-AA00-875C77D4351C.jpeg I used the drill about halfway from both directions method. First I started with a smaller drill... 4655244B-6CDC-42A3-813B-053A9742AA99.jpeg The bolt I had is ac...
by Matt in California
Mon Dec 26, 2022 12:35 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Building a DIY HCCT
Replies: 34
Views: 4056

Re: Building a DIY HCCT

Here is the start of the collar for the handle. Keeping things within budget I started out with a large nut. 565148D5-621D-4589-BCC4-36771453230F.jpeg It just had to be barely reamed out with the 15/16 drill. (Actually most of the threads were left when I was done. 3FCD3AC2-E54A-444C-9924-0860017BF2...
by Matt in California
Fri Dec 23, 2022 11:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Building a DIY HCCT
Replies: 34
Views: 4056

Re: Building a DIY HCCT

I will do the two pieces I cook out of the original 8x8 inch tube for the base. 53AE4178-4310-43A0-9091-4FE2FFEEC05E.jpeg Drilled some holes and checked fit: FDF3E6B8-2E2A-4EB0-8B64-F14A8A328A71.jpeg Welded it on: 6967D10E-C3F6-4EE9-BB81-6B3867004734.jpeg I consider myself more of a grinder than a w...
by Matt in California
Thu Dec 22, 2022 11:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Building a DIY HCCT
Replies: 34
Views: 4056

Re: Building a DIY HCCT

Ed, Yes you need to finish that! Looking at your example it looks like you are most of the way done. Except for the part that’s not mentioned of exactly how you cut the wood out. Of course I am assuming that your magnets are charged :-) David, Sounds like you’re doing a pretty interesting experiment...
by Matt in California
Thu Dec 22, 2022 1:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Building a DIY HCCT
Replies: 34
Views: 4056

Re: Building a DIY HCCT

browning wrote:
Thu Dec 22, 2022 11:43 am
Here is the worlds heaviest and least practical HCCT (not really hand cranked). All I need is the spark ring.
David,
Now that you got our attention! That truly would be the heaviest Model T coil tester especially if you never used it as a lathe :-)

What is the battery for?

Matt
by Matt in California
Wed Dec 21, 2022 2:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Building a DIY HCCT
Replies: 34
Views: 4056

Re: Building a DIY HCCT

Nice old hack saw! My arms hurt for you if yours didn't. 1/4 wall, uff da. Neat project! Duey, Yeah cutting four feet of quarter inch steel was a fun task. I should do advertisements hacksaw blades ;) This hacksaw is really the best one I have ever used. I have a angle grinder, but wanted to work i...
by Matt in California
Tue Dec 20, 2022 4:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Building a DIY HCCT
Replies: 34
Views: 4056

Re: Building a DIY HCCT

Thanks Bob! Just wanna explain a bit of my logic here. I was looking at the design in the plans listed above. I thought two parallel flanges might be a little bit more straightforward and I wanted to think of a design that didn’t require welding. I have access to a welder but I know that not everyon...
by Matt in California
Tue Dec 20, 2022 2:26 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Building a DIY HCCT
Replies: 34
Views: 4056

Building a DIY HCCT

Three and half years ago was looking into coil testers and came up with the tuna can coil tester : https://www.mtfca.com/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=3153&p=33039&hilit=tuna#p33039 Three years ago I started working with the Ford Arduino Coil Tester (FACT) and for the last few years developed code and ...