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- Fri May 23, 2025 9:11 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Unusual generator cutout
- Replies: 19
- Views: 2287
Re: Unusual generator cutout
FWIW, I'm a proud owner of an early Ford generator cutout, as well.
Rich C.- Fri May 02, 2025 11:27 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: 1919-1920 Purchase Invoices….Is your car on this list?
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1186
Re: 1919-1920 Purchase Invoices….Is your car on this list?
I have two 1919 engine blocks that are close... List 3,231,066 built on July 11, 1919 Mine 3,237,121 built on July 14, 1819 List 3,534,732 built on November 8, 1919 Mine 3,532,477 built on November 4, 1919 It was fun looking to see if I had hit a jackpot - but nope. Thanks for the listing! Rich C.
- Tue Mar 25, 2025 11:27 am
- Forum: Early Ford Forum - pre-T
- Topic: Model N
- Replies: 32
- Views: 10030
Re: Model N
Here is my Model N engine number 365. It might be that inventory was on a last in first out system. If so, an early engine that was placed in inventory might not get pulled out for some extended period of time, when inventory got low. It would then be stamped with a current engine number. Number365a...
- Wed Jan 15, 2025 12:26 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Disc Brake precautions
- Replies: 15
- Views: 5505
Re: Disc Brake precautions
Actually, the woodruff key that anchors the pinion gear on the driveshaft is all that keeps you from having motion and brakes! The 20HP engine in a Model T can only provide so much torque for acceleration, however, stomping on the brake pedal can put more stain on the driveshaft and that little key....
- Sat Nov 02, 2024 5:58 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: 1914-18 Ignition Switch Restoration
- Replies: 12
- Views: 2237
Re: 1914-18 Ignition Switch Restoration
Many thanks to all the responses concerning my request for solutions to bringing out a nice black finish to my original hard rubber ignition switch body. As a follow up, I took the suggestions of Brent T and Larry S and used a wax polish and it worked just fine! The question of when this type of swi...
- Thu Oct 31, 2024 4:28 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: 1914-18 Ignition Switch Restoration
- Replies: 12
- Views: 2237
1914-18 Ignition Switch Restoration
I need some advice on bringing out the black color on this original 1914-18 ignition switch body. I sanded the outside to even out the surface imperfections by wet sanding all the way through to 2000 grit. The surface is smooth, but alas, not ending up black. The hard rubber up to this point is not ...
- Sat Oct 12, 2024 1:41 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Show Us Your Hershey Finds
- Replies: 18
- Views: 3930
Re: Show Us Your Hershey Finds
I was happy to find this NOS Reeder low head. Okay, it's not actually that old, but it is in new unused condition. It was on Joe Bell's table.
Rich C.
Rich C.
- Mon Sep 30, 2024 12:21 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: The Ford F Caburetor
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1354
Re: The Ford F Caburetor
The 1922 Ford NH also had the "Ford" script in the body casting.
Rich C.- Thu May 30, 2024 8:18 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: What makes a front radius rod appear too short?
- Replies: 13
- Views: 2474
Re: What makes a front radius rod appear too short?
Gentlemen – thank you for the suggestions on my front radius rod dilemma. I too had considered that I made the mistake of having the spring perches swapped and I actually disconnected the shackles on one side and withdrew the perch and made sure the angle tipped the axle forward. It did. In the end ...
- Wed May 29, 2024 7:59 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: What makes a front radius rod appear too short?
- Replies: 13
- Views: 2474
What makes a front radius rod appear too short?
I’m building up a 1918 TT chassis and have the front end done with the wheels attached. Now I’m at the point of being ready to installing the rear end assembly and look forward to having a chassis that I can roll around. With the long driveshaft tube of the TT, I placed an oil pan with transmission ...
- Sat Mar 30, 2024 12:06 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Did 26/27 frame have gas tank bracket holes?
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1037
Re: Did 26/27 frame have gas tank bracket holes?
I believe the pre-1926 gas tank mounting holes on the frame remained into the 1926-27 models. I see them on my two 1926-27 frames. Remember, Ford still offered a chassis, as shown in the picture below.
Rich C.- Sun Jan 28, 2024 6:42 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: NOS 26/27 Firewall brackets FS
- Replies: 2
- Views: 590
Re: NOS 26/27 Firewall brackets FS
Hi Dan - I sent you an email for the brackets.
Rich C.
Rich C.
- Wed Jan 10, 2024 10:39 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Sold 1926 roadster body
- Replies: 34
- Views: 6582
Re: FS 1926 roadster body
Karl,
I sent you an email regarding your roadster body.
Thanks,
Rich C.
I sent you an email regarding your roadster body.
Thanks,
Rich C.
- Tue Dec 26, 2023 2:35 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Information Wanted: Blockley Inner Tube
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1088
Re: Information Wanted: Blockley Inner Tube
Steve,
I bought and mounted the Blockley 760x90 inner tubes on 30x3 clincher wheels and they worked fine. For the 30x3-1/2" tubes, they're on the Blockley website as 30x3.5 inner tubes. Hope this helps...
The stem hardware from the vendors works fine.
Rich C.
I bought and mounted the Blockley 760x90 inner tubes on 30x3 clincher wheels and they worked fine. For the 30x3-1/2" tubes, they're on the Blockley website as 30x3.5 inner tubes. Hope this helps...
The stem hardware from the vendors works fine.
Rich C.
- Mon Dec 18, 2023 1:19 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Wanted: Warford TT Kit Radius Rod Forks
- Replies: 6
- Views: 920
Re: Wanted: Warford TT Kit Radius Rod Forks
Steve, I have a pair of shortened TT rear radius rods that I won't be using. The rods themselves are not in great shape, one is bent and the other is split open at one end. However, if it is just the after-market riveted fork pieces that you are looking for, I can help. I could saw off the rods clos...
- Fri Dec 15, 2023 12:17 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: 3017B Timing Gear Cover plate FS
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1492
Re: 3017B Timing Gear Cover plate FS
I guess this stash of mine would be considered a hoard...
Cheers,
Rich C.

Rich C.
- Sat Dec 09, 2023 1:40 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Blockley Tire import question.
- Replies: 31
- Views: 5777
Re: Blockley Tire import question.
Back in May this year I bought four 440/450x21 tires from Blockley. The price was £596 (£149 each). The conversion rate at that time was 1.21 dollars per pound making the cost $721. Shipping was $408, however the cost of shipping was not included as part of the $800 duty free limit. I did ask Blockl...
- Wed Nov 22, 2023 1:03 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Cracked block
- Replies: 22
- Views: 4166
Re: Cracked block
Here is the nickel tour of using the Lock-N-Stitch pins to fix a crack as I have done it. I am not an expert and will welcome any tips or corrections from those who are better experienced. First drill a series of holes along the length of the crack using the Lock-N-Stitch spacer. This first set of h...
- Thu Oct 19, 2023 10:18 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: 21st annual Camerons swap meet Minnesota
- Replies: 14
- Views: 2530
Re: 21st annual Camerons swap meet Minnesota
A weekend road trip up to MN sounds like fun. I'll bring a small collection of engine blocks, from 1916-1926 with no visible cracks. Priced at $30-45. each.
Rich C.
Rich C.
- Fri Oct 13, 2023 2:16 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: WTB: 1917 Towncar literature
- Replies: 11
- Views: 1565
Re: WTB: 1917 Towncar literature
I have these two 1917 Towncar photos in my library, both of which you might already have seen. Nonetheless, here they are...
Rich C.
Rich C.
- Sun Sep 24, 2023 6:59 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: WTB Type III roofing tar
- Replies: 4
- Views: 889
Re: WTB Type III roofing tar
Mark and Ralph,
I sent you emails via the forum regarding Type 3 roofing tar for coil rebuilding. I'm ready to send some and need your shipping addresses.
Rich C.
I sent you emails via the forum regarding Type 3 roofing tar for coil rebuilding. I'm ready to send some and need your shipping addresses.
Rich C.
- Sat Sep 23, 2023 5:06 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: WTB Type III roofing tar
- Replies: 4
- Views: 889
Re: WTB Type III roofing tar
Mark, I can help you. I have more of that Type 3 roofing tar than I will ever use. It might be a few days, but I'll be happy to ship you more than enough for a set of coils. The stuff is somewhat difficult to chip pieces off the block in warm temperatures, but flakes off fairly easily when cold. Non...
- Mon Sep 18, 2023 11:38 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Who uses rectangular TW timer brush?
- Replies: 19
- Views: 2486
Re: Who uses rectangular TW timer brush?
I'd be in for 2 of the rectangular TW timer brushes.
Thank you, Tim.
Rich C.
Thank you, Tim.
Rich C.
- Sun Jul 30, 2023 12:01 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Reeder High Compression head
- Replies: 8
- Views: 1813
Re: Reeder High Compression head
Scott – here are some pics of a Reeder low head I purchased at a swap meet recently. The seller had bead blasted the head and unfortunately sprayed it with gloss black paint, which made photographing a little trickier. Pictured are the head and close-ups of the various numbers. Don’t know if this is...
- Mon Jul 24, 2023 2:39 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: FOR SALE: Model TT Truck Driveshaft Coupling SOLD SOLD SOLD
- Replies: 2
- Views: 813
Re: FOR SALE: Model TT Truck Driveshaft Coupling
Steven,
Email sent for purchase. Thanks.
Rich C.
Email sent for purchase. Thanks.
Rich C.
- Wed Jul 12, 2023 1:53 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Vaporizer question
- Replies: 2
- Views: 920
Re: Vaporizer question
I posted a similar question not that long ago and the consensus was that the intake elbow was used on the early vaporizers, but dropped later on. The pic below shows the elbow for both Holley and Ford versions (left) and the Holley and Ford non elbow versions (right). You’ll notice the elbow vaporiz...
- Fri Jun 16, 2023 1:51 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Wanted: NIB Prus Head
- Replies: 2
- Views: 939
Re: Wanted: NIB Prus Head
Steve, have you had any luck securing a Prus head? If not, I can help. I bought this one from Kevin Prus in Hershey last October and it'll be several more months before I will need it.
Rich C.- Sat Jun 03, 2023 9:27 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: TT Ruckstell
- Replies: 14
- Views: 2409
Re: TT Ruckstell
Jacob,
This won't really help get you the TT Ruckstell shift lever you want since I plan on using this one on my 1926 Closed Cab TT. However, here is what a TT lever looks like. Rich C.
This won't really help get you the TT Ruckstell shift lever you want since I plan on using this one on my 1926 Closed Cab TT. However, here is what a TT lever looks like. Rich C.
- Fri Jun 02, 2023 8:26 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: 1925 block
- Replies: 13
- Views: 2456
Re: 1925 block
I have several 1926 style blocks with 1925 serial numbers available. I'm already half way to California to visit family and attend the Auburn swap meet.
Rich C.
Rich C.
- Mon May 22, 2023 6:51 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Looking for Early TT Spring Shackles
- Replies: 2
- Views: 713
Looking for Early TT Spring Shackles
Hello everyone. I’m building a 1918 TT truck from pieces. I have most every item I need for the chassis, including an early frame with the shorter rear cross member, the rear axle housings with the raised ring on the cast section, the rear axle housing access plate without the filler plug, a parking...
- Fri May 12, 2023 11:36 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: blockley tire question
- Replies: 16
- Views: 2646
Re: blockley tire question
I’m posting another data point, or experience if you will, on ordering tires from Blockley. Last Thursday I ordered four 21” x 440/450 tires and they arrived on my doorstep in Tulsa on Wednesday. The cost for the tires was $745, based on the currency exchange rate of $1.25 per British Pound. The shi...
- Sun Apr 30, 2023 11:42 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Generator Vendor Question - Oklahoma
- Replies: 2
- Views: 803
Re: Generator Vendor Question - Oklahoma
That would be Claude Jockman. I'll email you his contact information.
Rich C.
Rich C.
- Thu Apr 27, 2023 10:16 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Engine casting date
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1147
Re: Engine casting date
Casting dates disappeared in early 1922 for US production. Most people figure that when the change from two piece valve covers to the one piece cover, which occurred from late 1921 into early 1922, that with the change in the casting mold at that time was also when the casting date was dropped. Howe...
- Sat Apr 22, 2023 9:51 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Dated 1912 Hogshead
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2167
Re: Dated 1912 Hogshead
The NIGHT hogshead is not mine, but I discovered it in this thread: https://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/3 ... 84103.html
Rich C.
Rich C.
- Thu Apr 20, 2023 10:41 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Dated 1912 Hogshead
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2167
Re: Dated 1912 Hogshead
Being curious minded paid off! My original post, above, showed a 1912 hogshead where part of the date said DAY and my whimsical question was does this mean there are contemporary covers that say NIGHT? It turns out that the answer is yes!
Rich C.- Fri Apr 14, 2023 6:35 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Early Head without the Made In USA
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1119
Re: Early Head without the Made In USA
Bruce, email sent.
Rich C.
Rich C.
- Sat Mar 18, 2023 11:43 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Who's that in the photo?
- Replies: 64
- Views: 15048
Re: Who's that in the photo?
I stay active. Here I am competing in a half marathon distance trail run in Page AZ.
- Tue Feb 28, 2023 4:30 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Mounting engine splash pans
- Replies: 108
- Views: 15589
Re: Mounting engine splash pans
The Ford Models NRS that preceded the Model T had a belly pan under the engine crankcase. I don’t, however, think its purpose was to provide better cooling. In the sales brochures where it describes the components of the car it states: “Dust Pan – protects all machinery from mud and grit”. Since mos...
- Fri Feb 10, 2023 12:51 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Wanted: Early Starter Switches
- Replies: 12
- Views: 2408
Re: Wanted: Early Starter Switches
The Model T Judging Guidelines tell us the 1919 and 1920 starter switches were of this style, having the cable contacts at a 45 deg angle.
Rich C.- Sun Oct 09, 2022 6:54 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: MTFCA Hershey Gathering
- Replies: 28
- Views: 7173
Re: MTFCA Hershey Gathering
I am #12. Thanks for the gathering!
Rich Chillingworth
Rich Chillingworth
- Sat Oct 08, 2022 6:31 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Vaporizer Air Intake Scoop
- Replies: 1
- Views: 743
Vaporizer Air Intake Scoop
I’ve seen a few vaporizer carburetors that have a 90 deg scoop attacked to the air inlet, as shown in the photo below. Air Intake Scoop_s.jpg Looking at several vaporizer inlets I see some are made with a hole to attach this air scoop and others are not. In the photo below the lower pair are the For...
- Thu Sep 29, 2022 10:11 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Block pressure test.
- Replies: 13
- Views: 2320
Re: Block pressure test.
Here is my block pressure testing setup. I fill the block with water using the head inlet to as high as it will let me. This assures the block water jacket is completely flooded. Next I attach the air supply to the head inlet and pressure it up. Then look for water seepage. Needless to say before fi...
- Wed Sep 21, 2022 10:34 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Rear brake shoe side rubbing on drum
- Replies: 33
- Views: 5954
Re: Rear brake shoe side rubbing on drum
Have you tried backing off the brake shoe support bolt a bit so it isn't pulling the shoe towards the axle backing plate? It might help the alignment of the shoes.
Rich C.
Rich C.
- Wed Sep 14, 2022 9:59 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Removing rusty valves
- Replies: 8
- Views: 2014
Re: Removing rusty valves
As Pat suggested patience and penetrating oil are essential. The photos below are from a 1927 block of mine that a previous owner apparently tried some heavy brute force to free the pistons and valve. All four pistons had their tops punched through and four of the valve heads were broken off. The co...
- Tue Jul 19, 2022 5:28 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: 1913 Holley S Carb Valve Seat Differences. Anyone know why?
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1610
Re: 1913 Holley S Carb Valve Seat Differences. Anyone know why?
I have three 1913 Holley S carburetors, as well. All have the valve needle guide.
Rich C.
Rich C.
- Thu Jun 23, 2022 6:22 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Coil rebuild
- Replies: 28
- Views: 6333
Re: Coil rebuild
Steve, as Scott C. mentioned above, Type 3 steep roofing tar can be purchased from a local roofing company. I bought this 50lb bag for about $25 a number of years ago. I still have plenty left! Small bits don't chip off so easily in warm weather, but I'd be glad to send you a few lbs if you would li...
- Thu Jun 23, 2022 3:42 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: What have you done with your model T in June?
- Replies: 87
- Views: 19565
Re: What have you done with your model T in June?
Put new linings on a set of 1926-27 brake shoes. Not a biggie, but glad to get it done. My process consisted of C-clamping the lining to the shoes and squaring everything up before drilling the first hole through the lining. A screw (#8) was installed to keep anything from moving while I drilled and...
- Sat Jun 18, 2022 1:35 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: We’re going to town
- Replies: 8
- Views: 1691
Re: We’re going to town
The 7th photo from the top appears to be a 1916 touring, however, it has a 1917-22 three window top. Is this unusual or do we think the top got replaced a few years into the car's life.
Rich C.
Rich C.
- Tue May 10, 2022 11:08 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Late 1913 to 1914 Coil Identification
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1046
Late 1913 to 1914 Coil Identification
When the box containing four 1914 Heinze coils arrived at my place I couldn’t wait to open it and see what I got. It was a word of mouth purchase. This style of coil units were made to conform to Ford’s specifications to fit their new steel coil box dimensions and contact post placement. These boxes...
- Sat Apr 30, 2022 5:01 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Dated 1912 Hogshead
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2167
Dated 1912 Hogshead
Below is a transmission hogshead I bought at Tulare this year. It’s a 1911-12 style where the clutch release forks are attached to the high speed clutch shaft using Woodruff keys and clamps. The cover was complete with DB pedals and all the other internals when I bought it, but have since removed th...
- Tue Apr 26, 2022 6:43 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Odd engine number on a 1913
- Replies: 23
- Views: 3326
Re: Odd engine number on a 1913
Interestingly, this 1913 block was for sale at Tulare this past weekend. Given that the casting date is one day after the block featured in this thread, it should be a valid example of what the Ford factory was producing at that time.
Rich C.- Tue Apr 12, 2022 6:35 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Looking for a ride for top bows
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1245
Re: Looking for a ride for top bows
Mike,
I'll be driving from Tulsa to Tulare for the swap meet and could bring the top bows back with me. After that we could plan a rendezvous somewhere between us to get the bows in your hands.
Rich Chillingworth
918.640.2318
I'll be driving from Tulsa to Tulare for the swap meet and could bring the top bows back with me. After that we could plan a rendezvous somewhere between us to get the bows in your hands.
Rich Chillingworth
918.640.2318
- Wed Mar 23, 2022 1:27 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: 1917 Serial Numbers Daily List
- Replies: 9
- Views: 2238
Re: 1917 Serial Numbers Daily List
The short timing between the cast date and assembly is very typical for 1917. Same day and next day examples are common as well for that year. The foundry must have been having a hard time keeping up with the production line.
Rich C.
Rich C.
- Wed Mar 23, 2022 12:12 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: 1917 Serial Numbers Daily List
- Replies: 9
- Views: 2238
Re: 1917 Serial Numbers Daily List
Your serial number 2,217,841 shows the assembly date is Sept 25, 1917. I have the digital version of the Encyclopedia on my PC and find it a very valuable resource.
Regards,
Rich C.
Regards,
Rich C.
- Mon Dec 20, 2021 4:33 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Front Axle Markings
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1981
Re: Front Axle Markings
In mid-April 1919 Ford started making the change in the front radius rod from mounting above the front axle to below. This required a new design of the front spring perches and initially this change was only for the TT truck. Perhaps this was a way for the workers to know that this axle was destined...
- Wed Dec 08, 2021 11:32 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: When did Ford Canada start casting blocks
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2155
Re: When did Ford Canada start casting blocks
Pictured below is my 1917 Canadian engine block. The casting date is 11-1-17, and as you notice, is in a unique position. The engine number is C138960. I don't see any evidence of a Ford script or Made in U.S.A. having been ground off. I've seen pictures of two other blocks in the same style having ...
- Sat Nov 13, 2021 10:32 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Engine Paint
- Replies: 21
- Views: 4308
Re: Engine Paint
Looking through my stash of water inlet and outlet connections, I found two that had green paint on them. I cannot guarantee these have not been re-painted at some time in the past, however I doubt many engines in use in the day got freshened up with new paint. And if it was part of a restoration pr...
- Wed Jun 23, 2021 1:35 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: 13 engine Id. Problems
- Replies: 8
- Views: 2323
Re: 13 engine Id. Problems
As mentioned above, the engine number boss on the block in question is of a later style, beginning in late 1915 or early 1916. When the serial numbers hit the one million mark the extra digit made for a tight fit for the the guy stamping in the numbers. You can see what an original 1913 number boss ...
- Wed Apr 07, 2021 2:13 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Interesting 1922 Engine Block, part2
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1442
Interesting 1922 Engine Block, part2
Chickasha block left side s.jpg When I picked up this early 1922 engine block at Chickasha it had a fair amount of dirt adhering to it. Once home a quick cleaning with a drill mounted wire brush revealed a “What do we have here?” blemish. Needless to say the next thing I did was flip the block over...
- Wed Mar 31, 2021 10:20 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Interesting 1922 Engine Block, part 1
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1462
Re: Interesting 1922 Engine Block, part 1
It is correct that Made in Canada Model T engine blocks used casting dates until the end. The block in question is a Made in USA block - you will see the entire left side of the block in my Part 2 in a few days. Remember, Canadian block serial numbers start with a "C". While briefly on the subject o...
- Wed Mar 31, 2021 3:50 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Interesting 1922 Engine Block, part 1
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1462
Interesting 1922 Engine Block, part 1
I bought a 1922 engine block at Chickasha this year entirely because it had two rather interesting features. This post will cover the first point of interest – it has a casting date. The CD version of Bruce McCauley’s “Model T Ford Encyclopedia” has a list of engine numbers and their corresponding c...
- Sun Feb 28, 2021 9:49 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: TT Screen Sides build
- Replies: 14
- Views: 4745
Re: TT Screen Sides build
I remembering you telling me the story of how you acquired the screening from the warehouse that was about to be demolished while we were visiting at the Hershey the last time we were there. I hope to see your work on a TT express bed soon.
Rich C.
Rich C.
- Thu Feb 18, 2021 10:07 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: 4th main Ruckstell shifter
- Replies: 6
- Views: 2044
Re: 4th main Ruckstell shifter
Does your Ruckstell shifter with the double clamp look like this? It may provide a clue as to its origin.
Rich C.- Wed Jan 27, 2021 3:33 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: First try with a Lock-n-Stitch repair
- Replies: 6
- Views: 2431
First try with a Lock-n-Stitch repair
I decided to try the Lock-n-Stitch method to repair a freeze crack in a 1918 block. This crack was an easy fix as the parent material was thick enough to catch plenty of threads on the pins. Here are the before and after pics. I still have to grind the heads of the pins down to the surface of the bl...
- Tue Jan 26, 2021 2:44 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: 1911-1912 Hogs Head Assembly
- Replies: 16
- Views: 3145
Re: 1911-1912 Hogs Head Assembly
I'm a little late to the party, however here are pics showing the high speed shaft and yoke assembly on my 1911-12 hogshead. Note the brass yoke has on oil groove - at least that's what I'm guessing it is.
Rich C.
Rich C.
- Thu Jan 14, 2021 10:17 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Carburetor threads
- Replies: 10
- Views: 2755
Re: Carburetor threads
I hope this will help you...
Rich C.- Tue Dec 08, 2020 2:10 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: TT Ruckstell rear axle play
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1879
Re: TT Ruckstell rear axle play
As Steven pointed out, a new Ruckstell fiber thrust washer is inexpensive and can easily be sanded to the needed thickness where the differential neither wiggles side to side nor locks up when the casing bolts are drawn down. I secured my fiber washer on a workbench, as shown, making sure the screws...
- Fri Nov 13, 2020 6:27 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Extra Water Hole on Block Deck
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1759
Re: Extra Water Hole on Block Deck
My Reeder head...
Rich C.- Fri Nov 13, 2020 5:47 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Extra Water Hole on Block Deck
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1759
Extra Water Hole on Block Deck
Pictured below is a 1918 block I’m taking apart and am down to one stuck piston to complete the task. Now the reason for this post is to point your attention to the extra oblong water hole opposite the usual one, both in the center section of the deck. Has anyone come across this modification - I as...
- Mon Oct 12, 2020 4:44 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Coil Testing and Tuning Revisited
- Replies: 17
- Views: 5329
Re: Coil Testing and Tuning Revisited
Sometimes you're lucky!
Rich C.- Thu Oct 08, 2020 4:02 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: What did you find at Luray???
- Replies: 9
- Views: 4021
Re: What did you find at Luray???
I came home with 10 or 11 different items, but this 5Z-210 flywheel cap screw wrench is my favorite find.
Rich C.- Thu Oct 08, 2020 10:23 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Model TT Rear Leaf Springs ... How many Leaves?
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1789
Re: Model TT Rear Leaf Springs ... How many Leaves?
From the parts catalog...
Rich C.
Although the top leaf is very short, they are often found broken.Rich C.
- Mon Sep 28, 2020 12:20 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Luray Swap Meet, October 6-8 - What are you bringing to sell?
- Replies: 71
- Views: 20868
Re: Luray Swap Meet, October 6-8 - What are you bringing to sell?
Looks like I will be hunting for a 1911-18 straight spindle arm. I didn't notice the crack until after sandblasting this piece.
Rich C.

- Sun Aug 23, 2020 12:43 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: What have you done with your T in August ?
- Replies: 52
- Views: 15201
Re: What have you done with your T in August ?
I installed the exhaust pipe and muffler on my 1926 TT chassis. The exhaust pipe is one of Larry Smith's fine reproductions and the muffler ends are originals. The two outer shell pieces are from a reproduction muffler while the inner shell is part of the exhaust pipe. The fit was great, making for ...
- Tue Aug 18, 2020 10:05 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Spark & Gas levers
- Replies: 21
- Views: 7748
Re: Spark & Gas levers
I did what Larry S. suggested regarding filling in the worn segment of the rods before re-plating, and it worked out great.
Rich C.- Thu Jul 16, 2020 12:08 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Interesting 1916 Engine Block
- Replies: 5
- Views: 3072
Interesting 1916 Engine Block
I enjoy collecting and studying Model T engine blocks and seeing if I can find something interesting. It is especially fun when I discover one that is different from the normal expectations. I recently found and bought this 1916 block and I thought I'd share the find. At first glance you might be wo...
- Tue Jun 16, 2020 3:29 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: what is an original 1920 frame worth?
- Replies: 5
- Views: 2898
Re: what is an original 1920 frame worth?
I have a 1914-16 frame that had the opposite of a bulge - it apparently had been bumped in at one place on the side rail. I know a '14-16 frame is worth a bit more making it worthy of a repair if possible, but it was pretty easy to fix.
Rich C.- Wed Jun 10, 2020 2:05 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: TT rear end
- Replies: 8
- Views: 3753
Re: TT rear end
For filling the TT rear axle through the filler plug on the housing I used the procedure pictured below.
Rich C.- Sat May 09, 2020 4:36 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Show me your TT beds!
- Replies: 15
- Views: 5282
Re: Show me your TT beds!
My original 1924 C-Cab TT stake bed truck.
Rich C.- Thu Apr 30, 2020 1:48 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: sediment bulb screen - what's the trick ?
- Replies: 20
- Views: 7452
Re: sediment bulb screen - what's the trick ?
Thanks to everyone for posting their soldering advice. I learned some good ideas. It didn't do the pre-tinning, but still ended with satisfactory results. Remember when soldering, "Cleanliness is next to Godliness."
Rich C.- Thu Apr 02, 2020 10:22 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Engine number question
- Replies: 9
- Views: 4344
Re: Engine number question
The Canadian engine blocks used casting dates through to the end of production whereas these dates were discontinued in USA production starting in 1922. For whatever reason, the Canadian blocks revised their casting dates around 1923 using an alphabet letter to designate the year. “A” for 1923, “B” ...
- Wed Apr 01, 2020 11:22 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Engine number question
- Replies: 9
- Views: 4344
Re: Engine number question
I have at late 1917 Canadian engine block with the same casting date location, with serial number C138960. I believe you have an authentic Canadian Ford block. Bakersfield buy Pic1.JPG BTW, the changeover from the inline casting date to circular casting date on the Canadian blocks appears to have ta...
- Sun Mar 29, 2020 5:08 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Hard crank on my 1909 touring.
- Replies: 74
- Views: 26171
Re: Hard crank on my 1909 touring.
Wouldn’t loosening the spring perches at the rear axle housing allow you to swivel the entire rear end assembly forward the required ¼”?
Rich C.
Rich C.
- Tue Mar 24, 2020 1:45 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Rear Perch Thread Size
- Replies: 7
- Views: 3412
Re: Rear Perch Thread Size
Thanks to everyone for your thoughts and offers. I’ve been playing with my rear perch & nut pieces this morning. What I did was lightly file the tops of the treads on the perch and nuts to remove any burrs and slightly reduce the height of the threads. Then, using some valve grinding compound, littl...
- Sat Mar 21, 2020 5:51 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Rear Perch Thread Size
- Replies: 7
- Views: 3412
Rear Perch Thread Size
I have a few rear spring perches with good threads, some with their original nuts and some without. The nut thread size is 11/16” – 16 tpi. Having bought a couple of new perch nuts from the vendors, I find these replacement nuts cannot be threaded on the perches. Some rudimentary measurements are as...
- Thu Feb 20, 2020 10:29 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: TT Truck Part Identification
- Replies: 9
- Views: 3692
Re: TT Truck Part Identification
Mark, your piece is from an early TT rear spring perch. Those early perches had a narrow casting with a collar on each end to make up the width. Later, the perch castings were full length and didn't have the collars anymore. This picture is not the best, but it shows where your collar sits. TT Haul ...
- Sun Feb 02, 2020 6:17 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: What have you done to your Model T in February?
- Replies: 76
- Views: 30522
Re: What have you done to your Model T in February?
February 2nd and it’s sunny and 76 degrees in Tulsa! Seemed like an opportune time for the inaugural test drive of my 1924 TT chassis. I had started the engine half a dozen times or so letting it run 20 or 30 minutes over the past several weeks - even got it to start hand cranking it off the magneto...
- Sat Feb 01, 2020 10:51 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: TT shackle Bushings.
- Replies: 3
- Views: 2413
Re: TT shackle Bushings.
Size: OD 1.00" ID 11/16" OAL 3.00". Best to confirm just to make sure, however. I got my TT shackle bushings from Bronzebushings.com. Looking through their site I don't see the 3 inch length listed anymore, but I would imagine they would still make them if requested. Hope this helps, Rich C.
- Thu Jan 30, 2020 10:18 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Strange model t motor casting date, any ideas
- Replies: 9
- Views: 5471
Re: Strange model t motor casting date, any ideas
Wayne – both my 1918 circular casting date blocks, plus the other one I saw, were all pre-generator blocks. For 1919 blocks there are four different styles, if I may call them that. They are inline casting dates with and w/o generator provision and circular casting dates with and w/o generator provi...
- Thu Jan 30, 2020 6:13 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Strange model t motor casting date, any ideas
- Replies: 9
- Views: 5471
Re: Strange model t motor casting date, any ideas
Although the circular casting date is generally considered introduced in 1919, they actually started showing up early as mid 1918. I have two 1918 blocks with a circular casting date, the earlier one (June) shown below, and have seen one other. Block with Circ casting.JPG On the flip side of this th...
- Sun Dec 29, 2019 2:04 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: What have you done to your Model T in December?
- Replies: 56
- Views: 20573
Re: What have you done to your Model T in December?
I replaced the bushing in my steering bracket which will eventually get bolted to a 1914 roadster chassis. The original bushing was the long one piece style and it wasn’t wanting to let loose of its host. A bushing driver didn’t budge it nor did tapping one end of the bushing with a ½” NPT tap and i...
- Sat Dec 21, 2019 11:26 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Henry needed a locking steering wheel
- Replies: 7
- Views: 4114
Re: Henry needed a locking steering wheel
My 1922 Coupe had a locking steering wheel with the original key (which works) when I bought it. It's still on the car today.
Rich C.- Mon Nov 04, 2019 5:44 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Ford script TT cab
- Replies: 4
- Views: 3001
Re: Ford script TT cab
As Jeff said, this back panel with the Ford script was used on the earliest AA trucks, until February 1928.
Rich C.
Rich C.
- Mon Oct 14, 2019 3:50 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Small difference in 1913 Victor 1 side lamps
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2740
Small difference in 1913 Victor 1 side lamps
Among the treasures I found at Hershey was the mate to my 1913 Victor “1” cowl lamp. Now I have a matching set. RSC Differences1.jpg Nope, not so fast! A close inspection revealed the spade mounting brackets were different. RSC Differences2.jpg I find the details to be interesting and know nobody wo...
- Sat Sep 14, 2019 4:10 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: TT rear end question....
- Replies: 6
- Views: 3342
Re: TT rear end question....
One other indicator of an early TT is the rear cross member. The early ones are shorter and have only one hole for mounting a bed instead of two. Your photo field of view didn't quite cover this area of the frame. Pictured below is what I'm describing.
Rich C.- Mon Sep 02, 2019 7:53 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Winter is coming, time to cut wood. Model T buzz saw
- Replies: 46
- Views: 17206
Re: Winter is coming, time to cut wood. Model T buzz saw
I’m not trying to change the purpose of Matt G’s original post about his great Model T buzz saw – I love it. However, there was some interest regarding the aluminum hogshead on his late 1915 / early 1916 engine assembly. From an earlier post by Hap Tucker in July 2012 we get this mention of 1916 alu...
- Sat Aug 31, 2019 7:16 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Winter is coming, time to cut wood. Model T buzz saw
- Replies: 46
- Views: 17206
Re: Winter is coming, time to cut wood. Model T buzz saw
It looks like the transmission hogshead is aluminum. During early 1916 a few aluminum transmission covers were used alongside the newly introduced cast iron covers. These 1916 aluminum covers were more like the 1911-12 style covers in that did not have the reinforcing gussets at the bolts holes. Alu...
- Wed Jul 31, 2019 10:03 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Show us your TT
- Replies: 63
- Views: 26300
Re: Show us your TT
Actually a TT in progress...
Rich C.- Wed Jun 05, 2019 12:53 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Wishing You all well in the Mid West
- Replies: 6
- Views: 3597
Re: Wishing You all well in the Mid West
The Arkansas River through Tulsa looked more like the Mississippi River for several days – wide and fast moving. It flooded numerous areas along its course as the waters rose due to increased output flow from the upstream Keystone Lake Dam. The river is now below flood stage and cleanup is going wel...
- Fri Mar 22, 2019 2:36 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: What have you done with your T in March?
- Replies: 81
- Views: 32340
Re: What have you done with your T in March?
This block came out of a TT truck that looked like it was cobbled together at some time in the past, based on the mix of major pieces. My plan is to make a test stand using this engine to test carburetors, starters, and generators. It’s an Oct 1925 engine, in others words an early 1926 block. It loo...