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by BLB27
Tue Feb 13, 2024 10:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Photo of the Model T that went to Alaska and Back
Replies: 10
Views: 1087

Re: Photo of the Model T that went to Alaska and Back

I wonder if anyone has driven a T more mileage than Dean Yoder?
by BLB27
Thu Feb 08, 2024 7:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Photo of the Model T that went to Alaska and Back
Replies: 10
Views: 1087

Re: Photo of the Model T that went to Alaska and Back

Norman, Did you mean "through Central U.S. and and on" and not "through Central America and on"?
by BLB27
Thu Feb 08, 2024 1:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Photo of the Model T that went to Alaska and Back
Replies: 10
Views: 1087

Photo of the Model T that went to Alaska and Back

I recently visited with Dean Yoder who drove his 1924 Touring to Alaska in 2008 pulling a trailer. He averaged 35 mph. I assume photos of it have been previously been on the Forum, but I thought, sense the trip was 16 years ago, I would post it here. It is in storage so the photo does not show the e...
by BLB27
Fri Jan 05, 2024 9:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Need Help with My Head Lights
Replies: 14
Views: 581

Re: Need Help with My Head Lights

Thanks everyone for the comments and recommendations. I found that headlight bucket isn't grounded to the frame, so I put a temporary wire between a bolt on the spring and the bucket. Light works fine. I will follow recommendations on how to get the bucket grounded. I found that the tail light bulb ...
by BLB27
Thu Jan 04, 2024 9:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Need Help with My Head Lights
Replies: 14
Views: 581

Re: Need Help with My Head Lights

Frank, Could you walk me thru how to do this?

I didn't mention it, but the tail light doesn't work either.
by BLB27
Thu Jan 04, 2024 9:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Need Help with My Head Lights
Replies: 14
Views: 581

Re: Need Help with My Head Lights

Here are photos of the restored switch.
by BLB27
Thu Jan 04, 2024 8:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Need Help with My Head Lights
Replies: 14
Views: 581

Need Help with My Head Lights

I can't get my head lights to work on my 1927 coupe. I have installed new wiring and have checked and rechecked it against the Model T Wiring Diagram. I have installed the new parts per the diagram on page 166 of Lang's 2021 catalog. I have had the switch restored. I would appreciate any thoughts on...
by BLB27
Thu Jan 04, 2024 8:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Has Anyone Experienced This? (UPDATE)
Replies: 13
Views: 1758

Re: Has Anyone Experienced This? (UPDATE)

Jim, Thank you very much! This the type of information I need. I hope some others will do the same.
by BLB27
Mon Jan 01, 2024 4:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Has Anyone Experienced This? (UPDATE)
Replies: 13
Views: 1758

Re: Has Anyone Experienced This? (UPDATE)

I still am hoping several of the T owners who haven't put their cars away for the winter would check the temp of their pumpkin, either by touch or laser thermometer and would also need the air temp.
by BLB27
Sat Dec 30, 2023 10:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How Do These Spark Plugs Look?
Replies: 6
Views: 432

How Do These Spark Plugs Look?

Today, my son and I drove my 1927 coupe 20 miles and used 1.75 gallons (11.3 mpg). It was 40 F. There were no steep hills. I have 150 miles on the coupe.


How do the sparks plugs look and what do you think of the mpg?
by BLB27
Fri Dec 29, 2023 12:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: My 1927 Coupe in Storage
Replies: 9
Views: 546

Re: My 1927 Coupe in Storage

Jim, In regard to your first paragraph, the paint on the coupe was not the original factory paint. I had it repainted soon after I purchased it in 1954. I don't remember why I had done it at that time.

Bruce
by BLB27
Thu Dec 28, 2023 9:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: My 1927 Coupe in Storage
Replies: 9
Views: 546

Re: My 1927 Coupe in Storage

I forgot to include the "now" photo.
by BLB27
Thu Dec 28, 2023 9:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: My 1927 Coupe in Storage
Replies: 9
Views: 546

Re: My 1927 Coupe in Storage

Note the two boxes in the second photo and the close ups of them in the last two photos. They are car heaters of some kind. I don't remember where they came from. Does anyone know what cars they could have been used in? I don't know what to do with them. Obviously, I can't use them in my T!!!!!!!!!
by BLB27
Thu Dec 28, 2023 9:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: My 1927 Coupe in Storage
Replies: 9
Views: 546

My 1927 Coupe in Storage

I bought the coupe in 1954 from a farmer in North Dakota when I was a junior in high school. My dad and uncle helped get it running. I ran it off and on until I left for college. It was then stored at various locations in North Dakota, Minnesota and Iowa for the next 61 years until my grandson and I...
by BLB27
Tue Dec 26, 2023 12:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Has Anyone Experienced This? (UPDATE)
Replies: 13
Views: 1758

Re: Has Anyone Experienced This? (UPDATE)

I sure would appreciate if several would check the temp of their pumpkin; that is by hand or laser thermometer and would need the air temp also.
by BLB27
Fri Dec 22, 2023 12:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What Oil Should I Use in My Fip Top Oilers?
Replies: 16
Views: 884

What Oil Should I Use in My Fip Top Oilers?

What oil should I use in my fip top oilers on my 1927 coupe?
by BLB27
Mon Dec 18, 2023 2:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Has Anyone Experienced This? (UPDATE)
Replies: 13
Views: 1758

Re: Has Anyone Experienced This? (UPDATE)

I hope some will respond. I would also need the air temp when the pumpkin is checked. Thanks

Bruce
by BLB27
Wed Dec 13, 2023 7:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Has Anyone Experienced This? (UPDATE)
Replies: 13
Views: 1758

Re: Has Anyone Experienced This? (UPDATE)

Chris, I installed the sheet to keep the exhaust off of the pumpkin as Andy indicated.

I would appreciate if several T owners would check the temp of their pumpkin, either by touch or by a laser thermometer.

Bruce
by BLB27
Tue Dec 12, 2023 2:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Has Anyone Experienced This? (UPDATE)
Replies: 13
Views: 1758

Re: Has Anyone Experienced This? (UPDATE)

Could someone check their pumpkin temperature?
by BLB27
Tue Dec 12, 2023 2:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Has Anyone Experienced This? (UPDATE)
Replies: 13
Views: 1758

Has Anyone Experienced This? (UPDATE)

My 9-17-23 post regarding this subject is getting long, so I will provide an UPDATE here. As Criag Leach recommend in the original post, I purchased a laser thermometer and have taken a number of readings after a 20 mile run. During the run, I never applied the brake pedal. As shown in the photo, I ...
by BLB27
Tue Dec 12, 2023 12:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How Much Gas Should a 1927 Model T Use? (UPDATE)
Replies: 4
Views: 317

Re: How Much Gas Should a 1927 Model T Use? (UPDATE)

Jerry, I have taken temperature measurements. I will provide an update post.

Bruce
by BLB27
Mon Dec 11, 2023 9:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How Much Gas Should a 1927 Model T Use? (UPDATE)
Replies: 4
Views: 317

How Much Gas Should a 1927 Model T Use? (UPDATE)

My 12-04-23 post is getting long so I am starting a new post to provide an update. I recently drove the coupe 20 more miles. I don't have a speedometer so I verified the miles by driving my F150 the distance. As mentioned in the original post, I had previously checked the mpg after a 12 mile run and...
by BLB27
Mon Dec 04, 2023 7:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How Much Gas Should a 1927 Model T Use?
Replies: 28
Views: 1600

How Much Gas Should a 1927 Model T Use?

I drove my 1927 coupe 12 miles and checked the gas using Lang's dip stick. It used 1 3/4 gallons or 7 mpg. This was on a paved road and no significant hills. This seems like a lot of gas. Should I be concerned?

I have about 40 miles on the engine.
by BLB27
Sun Nov 26, 2023 11:19 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What Is the Capacity of The Fuel Tank ?
Replies: 6
Views: 503

What Is the Capacity of The Fuel Tank ?

What is the capacity of the fuel tank on a 1927 coupe?
by BLB27
Sun Nov 19, 2023 9:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How Hot Does Your "Pumpkin" Get?
Replies: 12
Views: 717

Re: How Hot Does Your "Pumpkin" Get?

Pat, The exhaust from the muffler is real close to the pumpkin so I put temporary metal sheet between it and the pumpkin. It didn't make any difference.
by BLB27
Sun Nov 19, 2023 8:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How Hot Does Your "Pumpkin" Get?
Replies: 12
Views: 717

How Hot Does Your "Pumpkin" Get?

No, I don't mean your Halloween pumpkin! I mean your rear axle pumpkin. I recently drove my 1927 coupe for the first time since the restoration. I drove it 10 miles on two separate occasions. The last was today. After each drive, I touched the pumpkin to see how hot it was. Each time, it was very, v...
by BLB27
Sat Nov 18, 2023 9:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Question Regarding Reverse
Replies: 3
Views: 353

Question Regarding Reverse

Reverse seems a little light on my 1927 coupe. How do I tell if it needs adjustment? If it does, how many licks should I start with on the first adjustment?
by BLB27
Thu Nov 09, 2023 12:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Low pedal sticks to floor
Replies: 11
Views: 782

Re: Low pedal sticks to floor

Kaiser, Could you clarify "over center"? I am having difficulty visualizing what is involved. Thanks.
by BLB27
Tue Oct 10, 2023 7:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Grease Leakage at the Ball Joint
Replies: 17
Views: 756

Re: Grease Leakage at the Ball Joint

Thanks everyone for helping me understand that this grease leakage is not uncommon!
by BLB27
Mon Oct 09, 2023 7:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Grease Leakage at the Ball Joint
Replies: 17
Views: 756

Re: Grease Leakage at the Ball Joint

There is only one gasket, and it is between the ball cap and the hogshead.
by BLB27
Mon Oct 09, 2023 1:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Grease Leakage at the Ball Joint
Replies: 17
Views: 756

Re: Grease Leakage at the Ball Joint

No gasket behind the fourth main.
by BLB27
Mon Oct 09, 2023 12:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Grease Leakage at the Ball Joint
Replies: 17
Views: 756

Grease Leakage at the Ball Joint

After driving my 1927 coupe 10 miles for the first time since restoration, I noticed grease leaking from the ball joint. This is shown in the attached three photos. How common is this?

The first two photos show the left side of the ball joint, and the last shows the right side.
by BLB27
Tue Sep 26, 2023 6:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Has Anyone Experienced This?
Replies: 27
Views: 1501

Re: Has Anyone Experienced This?

If the emergency brake pads were dragging on the drums and the disc brake calibers were dragging on the rotors, I assume this additional load on the pumpkin gears would not cause the pumpkin to get very, very hot. Am I correct?
by BLB27
Thu Sep 21, 2023 11:17 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Has Anyone Experienced This?
Replies: 27
Views: 1501

Re: Has Anyone Experienced This?

Craig, I have no experience with rear axle rebuild, but I had the same thought as you regarding a thrust washer slipping out of place.

Bruce
by BLB27
Wed Sep 20, 2023 10:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Has Anyone Experienced This?
Replies: 27
Views: 1501

Re: Has Anyone Experienced This?

Steve, Yes, but I wanted to know if others had experienced a very hot pumpkin and what others thought might be causing it.
by BLB27
Wed Sep 20, 2023 3:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Has Anyone Experienced This?
Replies: 27
Views: 1501

Re: Has Anyone Experienced This?

I do not have the experience, etc. to insert a gasket between the two housings as Jerry has described. From comments received, it appears the consensus is that my very, very hot axle pumpkin is due to either a thrust washer that has come off of the pins or the proper clearances of various items were...
by BLB27
Tue Sep 19, 2023 4:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Has Anyone Experienced This?
Replies: 27
Views: 1501

Re: Has Anyone Experienced This?

Recommendations?
by BLB27
Sun Sep 17, 2023 6:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Has Anyone Experienced This?
Replies: 27
Views: 1501

Re: Has Anyone Experienced This?

It has 600W lub.
by BLB27
Sun Sep 17, 2023 2:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Has Anyone Experienced This?
Replies: 27
Views: 1501

Has Anyone Experienced This?

I recently drove my 1927 coupe for the first time since restoration. I drove 10 miles. After getting back to the garage, I looked it over. I touched the rear axle pumpkin and found that it was very, very hot. If I had tried to keep my fingers on it, I believe they would have been burnt. I had the ax...
by BLB27
Mon Sep 04, 2023 7:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Interesting Picture
Replies: 0
Views: 305

Interesting Picture

The attached picture is from the October 1968 American Legion Magazine. I thought the pic in the lower left was interesting with the caption below it. Notice the back axle also! Actual picture????
by BLB27
Thu Aug 24, 2023 9:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1927 Coupe Before Restoration
Replies: 8
Views: 734

Re: 1927 Coupe Before Restoration

Three more in storage and two after restoration.
by BLB27
Thu Aug 24, 2023 8:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1927 Coupe Before Restoration
Replies: 8
Views: 734

1927 Coupe Before Restoration

The attached photos show my coupe in storage before restoration.
by BLB27
Tue Jul 18, 2023 11:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Darn It!! It Still Leaks
Replies: 23
Views: 1389

Re: Darn It!! It Still Leaks

I bought foot powder spray. It didn't spray white, so I didn't use it. It did not contain talcum, so assume that is why it didn't spray white. I used a flashlight and carefully inspected the area above the drain plug. I then used Kleenex to wipe the area and found nothing. I used a QTip to check the...
by BLB27
Mon Jul 17, 2023 3:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Darn It!! It Still Leaks
Replies: 23
Views: 1389

Re: Darn It!! It Still Leaks

Yes, I have looked carefully to see if the leakage is from locations above the drain plug. It is not.

The leakage is from the drain plug. What I am curious about is why it leaks from the plug?
by BLB27
Mon Jul 17, 2023 12:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Darn It!! It Still Leaks
Replies: 23
Views: 1389

Re: Darn It!! It Still Leaks

Dan, Thanks for the information and suggestion. I will use the Stat O Seal washer and Permatex. If that doesn't work, I will the pans underneath!

A lot of humor in the responses but no comments regarding my question, "What is causing the leakage?" I am still curious about possible causes.
by BLB27
Sun Jul 16, 2023 10:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Just Curious About Engine Oil Levels
Replies: 22
Views: 1234

Re: Just Curious About Engine Oil Levels

Thanks Dan, Where could I get a copy of the pamphlet?
by BLB27
Sun Jul 16, 2023 10:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Just Curious About Engine Oil Levels
Replies: 22
Views: 1234

Re: Just Curious About Engine Oil Levels

Thanks Dan, Where could I get a copy of the pamphlet?
by BLB27
Sun Jul 16, 2023 10:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Darn It!! It Still Leaks
Replies: 23
Views: 1389

Darn It!! It Still Leaks

As I reported in my post about oil levels, I had leakage at the drain plug. I installed a copper washer to replace the crushable washer I had installed with a new plug. It still leaks. I have looked closely at the area above the plug to see if the leakage is coming from above. It is not. The attache...
by BLB27
Sun Jul 16, 2023 8:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Just Curious About Engine Oil Levels
Replies: 22
Views: 1234

Re: Just Curious About Engine Oil Levels

Jim, Where is the lubricating system diagram from?
by BLB27
Sat Jul 15, 2023 2:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Just Curious About Engine Oil Levels
Replies: 22
Views: 1234

Re: Just Curious About Engine Oil Levels

The design of the Model T engine is amazing!! When the oil level is at the lower spigot, there is about 1 quart 16 ounces in it. I don't understand how this works.

The recommend level is half way between the spigots. How is this level determined?
by BLB27
Sat Jul 15, 2023 12:30 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Just Curious About Engine Oil Levels
Replies: 22
Views: 1234

Just Curious About Engine Oil Levels

I have not yet driven my 1927 coupe. I had a slight oil seepage at the drain plug, so I drained the oil to install a new plug gasket. I thought it would be interesting to see how much oil would drain from above the lower spigot. I drained 2 quarts 16 ounces. There was 1 quart 8 ounces below the lowe...
by BLB27
Wed Jul 12, 2023 10:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: The Restoration of My 1927 Coupe is Near Completion
Replies: 23
Views: 1632

Re: The Restoration of My 1927 Coupe is Near Completion

Note the license plate. I found it at the Iowa State Fair. I was going to have restored, but my wife said no. She was right. I understand that I will be issued new plates, but I will not have to install them. The old plate will be only one on the car and will be referenced in the registration. The n...
by BLB27
Wed Jul 12, 2023 10:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: The Restoration of My 1927 Coupe is Near Completion
Replies: 23
Views: 1632

Re: The Restoration of My 1927 Coupe is Near Completion

Installed the front and rear bumpers. I had them powder coated (silver with a clear coat) instead of chrome or nickel plated. It will not be "show" car so I took the easies and cheapest route. They look OK to me.
by BLB27
Tue Jul 11, 2023 3:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: NH Carb Spray Needle Adjustment
Replies: 15
Views: 1045

Re: NH Carb Spray Needle Adjustment

Here is an update. Steve Lang saw my post and called me. He described my problem the same as Scott did. He offered to modify a brass post and send it to me. He did two modifications. (1) Removed a small amount of thread in the top of the brass post so that the needle will screw further into the post...
by BLB27
Mon Jul 10, 2023 11:31 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: A Question About Disc Brakes
Replies: 3
Views: 486

A Question About Disc Brakes

Disc brakes have been installed on my 1927 coupe. The pads are tight against the rotor. I can't get a .003 feeler gage between the pad and the rotor. What clearance should there be? What would cause the tight fit?
by BLB27
Sat Jul 08, 2023 11:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Pulling a Model T
Replies: 41
Views: 2760

Re: Pulling a Model T

I don't understand how "Buddy Wheels" work. Am I the only one!
by BLB27
Fri Jul 07, 2023 10:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Throttle Rod Position on My NH Carb
Replies: 18
Views: 1105

Re: Throttle Rod Position on My NH Carb

Based on comments received, I have ordered the short throttle and chock levers from Lang's. The catalog lists the NH long levers for 1919-25 and the short levers for 1926. I am curious. Why the difference?
by BLB27
Sun Jul 02, 2023 6:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Pulling a Model T
Replies: 41
Views: 2760

Re: Pulling a Model T

Bill, Could you clarify "The u-joint was disconnected, not sure if it was removed and -----" Thanks
by BLB27
Thu Jun 29, 2023 9:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Pulling a Model T
Replies: 41
Views: 2760

Re: Pulling a Model T

Craig, The reason I asked about pulling a T is that I will soon be driving my coupe for the first time since it has been restored. I will be driving in and around a park which is about a mile from my son's garage. I can't imagine anything happening where I would have to pull it back, but thought I w...
by BLB27
Wed Jun 28, 2023 10:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Pulling a Model T
Replies: 41
Views: 2760

Pulling a Model T

Can a Model T be pulled? If so, how?
by BLB27
Tue Jun 27, 2023 7:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Throttle Rod Position on My NH Carb
Replies: 18
Views: 1105

Re: Throttle Rod Position on My NH Carb

Here are some photos taken during my restoration of the carb.
by BLB27
Tue Jun 27, 2023 5:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: NH Carb Spray Needle Adjustment
Replies: 15
Views: 1045

Re: NH Carb Spray Needle Adjustment

John Karvaly, You pointed out that the friction tabs on 26-27 repop needles are too long and suggested a picture. The attached photo shows that could be my situation, especially if you zoom in on it. I assume grinding the ends of the tabs would correct it, even though that may be difficult. Thanks! ...
by BLB27
Tue Jun 27, 2023 12:52 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: NH Carb Spray Needle Adjustment
Replies: 15
Views: 1045

NH Carb Spray Needle Adjustment

I start my engine with the carb control rod 1 3/4 turns open and then adjust it down until the engine smooths out, which I understand should be about 1/4 turn open. However, the engine runs the best when the control rod no longer turns! I assume, when the control rod stops turning, the spray needle ...
by BLB27
Mon Jun 26, 2023 11:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Throttle Rod Position on My NH Carb
Replies: 18
Views: 1105

Throttle Rod Position on My NH Carb

The first photo shows the position of throttle rod with the throttle lever closed and the second photo shows the throttle rod with the throttle lever wide open. Is the set screw in the first photo in the correct position?
by BLB27
Tue Jun 20, 2023 10:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: My 1927 Model T Coupe Restoration
Replies: 125
Views: 13154

Re: My 1927 Model T Coupe Restoration

Two more showing the "rear end"!
by BLB27
Tue Jun 20, 2023 10:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: My 1927 Model T Coupe Restoration
Replies: 125
Views: 13154

Re: My 1927 Model T Coupe Restoration

Some more views.
by BLB27
Tue Jun 20, 2023 10:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: My 1927 Model T Coupe Restoration
Replies: 125
Views: 13154

Re: My 1927 Model T Coupe Restoration

Fuse install and interior views.
by BLB27
Tue Jun 20, 2023 9:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: My 1927 Model T Coupe Restoration
Replies: 125
Views: 13154

Re: My 1927 Model T Coupe Restoration

Some photos to update the restoration. Carb heat pipe and engine.
by BLB27
Sat Jun 17, 2023 11:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: The Restoration of My 1927 Coupe is Near Completion
Replies: 23
Views: 1632

Re: The Restoration of My 1927 Coupe is Near Completion

Harvey, Thanks for your complement. Are you living in Cayuga? I was born in my grandparent's house in Ransom which was located 1 mile north of Cayuga. (In 1937, it was the only residence remaining in the town.) It was during a North Dakota blizzard, and the Doctor couldn't get there so my grandmothe...
by BLB27
Thu Jun 15, 2023 12:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Rebuilt Carb or Rebuild Carb
Replies: 14
Views: 765

Re: Rebuilt Carb or Rebuild Carb

Norman, I think I understand the "adjust yoke to have 1/16" play in direction shown", could you discuss/clarify it. Thanks, Bruce
by BLB27
Sat Jun 10, 2023 11:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: The Restoration of My 1927 Coupe is Near Completion
Replies: 23
Views: 1632

Re: The Restoration of My 1927 Coupe is Near Completion

Yes George, your heat pipe fit beautifully! Thanks Steve, I meant Ben Martin. Here are before and after photos of the switch. Ben did an outstanding restoration! I have kept a journal since I started the restoration in September 2020. I just added up the manhours--537. This includes my time and that...
by BLB27
Sat Jun 10, 2023 12:27 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: The Restoration of My 1927 Coupe is Near Completion
Replies: 23
Views: 1632

The Restoration of My 1927 Coupe is Near Completion

I purchased the coupe from a farmer when I was a junior in high school in 1954. I started the restoration in the fall of 2020. I want to share ten photos to show what it looks like today and what it looked like with my father and mother standing by it in 1959. They had just driven it in a parade cel...
by BLB27
Tue Jun 06, 2023 11:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Need Suggestions for Stop Lights/Turning Signals for My Coupe
Replies: 7
Views: 820

Need Suggestions for Stop Lights/Turning Signals for My Coupe

I need suggestions for stop lights/turning signals for my 1927 coupe. Locations and types, etc. I have front and rear bumpers. The rears are the short split type.

The suppliers' catalogs have a number of options.
by BLB27
Tue Jun 06, 2023 10:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Paint or Not??
Replies: 4
Views: 776

Re: Paint or Not??

I painted it black and installed it.
by BLB27
Sun Jun 04, 2023 6:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Paint or Not??
Replies: 4
Views: 776

Paint or Not??

A minor item, but I am curious, what others do; that is, paint the carb heat pipe or leave it bare?
by BLB27
Sat Jun 03, 2023 9:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: My 1927 Model T Coupe Restoration
Replies: 125
Views: 13154

Re: My 1927 Model T Coupe Restoration

Seat back upholstery photos. The corner in the last photo is not finished.
by BLB27
Sat Jun 03, 2023 9:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: My 1927 Model T Coupe Restoration
Replies: 125
Views: 13154

Re: My 1927 Model T Coupe Restoration

Seat back upholstery photos.
by BLB27
Sat Jun 03, 2023 8:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: My 1927 Model T Coupe Restoration
Replies: 125
Views: 13154

Re: My 1927 Model T Coupe Restoration

Seat cushion upholstery photos.
by BLB27
Mon May 29, 2023 11:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: I Have Fan Belt Problem on My 1927 Coupe
Replies: 6
Views: 597

Re: I Have Fan Belt Problem on My 1927 Coupe

Norm, Thanks for the suggestion. I did what you suggested. However, I had to rotate the hub "clockwise", looking from the cab toward the radiator, not "counterclockwise". It solved my problem as shown in the attached photos.

The last two photos show the commutator rod in the two extreme positions.
by BLB27
Sun May 28, 2023 11:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: I Have Fan Belt Problem on My 1927 Coupe
Replies: 6
Views: 597

I Have Fan Belt Problem on My 1927 Coupe

I used a string to measure the distance around the fan hub (ball bearing hub) and crankshaft pulley (original pulley). It measured 32 inches, so I ordered the "32 inch endless belt,1926-27" show in the supplier's catalog. I could not get it on, so I ordered the 33 1/8" belt. It touches the New Day T...
by BLB27
Fri May 26, 2023 11:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Seat spring crimping, pliers, not hog ring pliers
Replies: 7
Views: 784

Re: Seat spring crimping, pliers, not hog ring pliers

Today, we worked on installing the cushion onto the seat spring for my 1927 coupe. We used a compression table. Here are photos. We still have to finish the corners.
by BLB27
Sat May 20, 2023 11:05 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Mac’s fiasco
Replies: 39
Views: 3704

Re: Mac’s fiasco

Did they buy out Classtique?
by BLB27
Tue May 16, 2023 10:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Just Curious!
Replies: 11
Views: 1121

Re: Just Curious!

Jerry V in his May 13 (6:41am) reply raised the possibility that water maybe leaked into the oil. The block was inspected during the engine restoration so I doubted that there had been leakage. I checked the coolant level in the radiator, but I couldn't remember the level to which I filled it. There...
by BLB27
Fri May 12, 2023 4:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Just Curious!
Replies: 11
Views: 1121

Just Curious!

I haven't started my restored engine yet. I put four and half quarts of oil in it several weeks ago. I left the top petcock open, and I stopped putting oil in when I first saw oil starting to come out of it. I recently noticed oil seeping out of that petcock, so I replaced it yesterday. Before I rem...
by BLB27
Thu Apr 27, 2023 9:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Horn Wiring
Replies: 13
Views: 1134

Re: Horn Wiring

Thanks to everyone who responded to my post. It was very helpful. After studying the information, I have decided to do the following: I will connect one horn button wire to #1 on the terminal block and the other horn button wire to the horn (terminal with the wing nut). I will connect the other term...
by BLB27
Wed Apr 26, 2023 10:42 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Generator Wire
Replies: 5
Views: 573

Re: Generator Wire

Frank, Thanks again. I now understand what the H-I, k-U, etc. mean!
by BLB27
Wed Apr 26, 2023 1:04 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Generator Wire
Replies: 5
Views: 573

Re: Generator Wire

Frank, I sent my last note before I saw yours!

I was looking at the paragraph in the upper right hand corner of the diagram above the one you just referred to. Where are the T-1, 1-K, etc. shown?
by BLB27
Wed Apr 26, 2023 12:57 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Generator Wire
Replies: 5
Views: 573

Re: Generator Wire

I "think" I found it in Frank's April 17 post responding to my April 15 Horning Wiring post. It is a #16, unless it is one of the exceptions noted. I can't find where the exceptions are "T-1, 1-K, K-U etc." are identified.

Thanks, Frank.
by BLB27
Tue Apr 25, 2023 11:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Generator Wire
Replies: 5
Views: 573

Generator Wire

What is the size of the generator wire?
by BLB27
Thu Apr 20, 2023 2:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Can't Install My Fan Belt
Replies: 5
Views: 741

Re: Can't Install My Fan Belt

I measured with a string before ordering the 32" belt. The reason it doesn't fit may be that the diameter of new fan hub is larger than the original hub. I will check that. The pulley on the crank is the original one.

I have ordered a 33 1/8" belt.
by BLB27
Wed Apr 19, 2023 10:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Can't Install My Fan Belt
Replies: 5
Views: 741

Can't Install My Fan Belt

I purchased a 32" endless fan belt for my 1927 coupe. I can not get it on. I have installed a new water outlet piece as shown in the attached photo. I have the outlet piece adjusted for the shortest belt position. Comments/suggestions would be appreciated.
by BLB27
Tue Apr 18, 2023 9:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: My 1927 Model T Coupe Restoration
Replies: 125
Views: 13154

Re: My 1927 Model T Coupe Restoration

Just a photo of the horn that came with the T when I got it in 1954. I have been told it is not a Ford T horn, but I like the sound.
by BLB27
Mon Apr 17, 2023 11:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Horn Wiring
Replies: 13
Views: 1134

Re: Horn Wiring

Allan, There are two wires on my horn.

Jim, I said the one wire was hooked to the starter switch, I have looked at the photo again, and I think I was wrong. Now I am not sure where the wire from the wing nut terminal was connected!
by BLB27
Sun Apr 16, 2023 9:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Horn Wiring
Replies: 13
Views: 1134

Re: Horn Wiring

Frank, There is no stamping near the terminals on the horn that would tell which terminal is positive or negative. After I made this post, I remembered that I had taken a photo of the horn and its wire connections while it was on the coupe prior to restoration. You can see that the terminal with the...
by BLB27
Sat Apr 15, 2023 10:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Horn Wiring
Replies: 13
Views: 1134

Horn Wiring

I have installed the horn on my coupe. I know one wire from the horn button goes to the terminal and the other goes to the horn. The horn has two connections. Which connection does the wire go to?
by BLB27
Sat Apr 15, 2023 10:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: My 1927 Model T Coupe Restoration
Replies: 125
Views: 13154

Re: My 1927 Model T Coupe Restoration

Timing wires hooked up, radiator on and hoses attached, and grandson putting oil and anti-freeze in.
by BLB27
Sat Apr 15, 2023 10:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: My 1927 Model T Coupe Restoration
Replies: 125
Views: 13154

Re: My 1927 Model T Coupe Restoration

New Day Timer, grandson hooking up timing wires to coil box, and the license plate found at the Iowa State Fair.
by BLB27
Fri Apr 14, 2023 10:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What have you done to your model T in April?
Replies: 48
Views: 12460

Re: What have you done to your model T in April?

Another step closer to get it running. Installed the radiator and connected the water hoses.
by BLB27
Thu Apr 13, 2023 9:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Bendix Installation
Replies: 7
Views: 727

Re: Bendix Installation

We got it on, just kept trying and got it done!!!!