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If you are going to stain it with a cherry stain so that it will look like stained cherry, start with cherry veneer plywood. Oak will always look like an impostor. I use Minwax polyurethane finish which has UV protection. Let each coat dry for several days, block sand before the next coat. I usually...

Got mine last year!

Get well Kevin. Quickly I hope.

Just a point of information for those working on a pan jig . The pins on the original jig are THREADED and are screwed into the jig. They are not loose pins driven or dropped into a hole on the jig. FYI

I have an undrilled firewall for a 1912 vehicle. Is there a dimensional drawing available so that I might correctly place the coil box? Where would I find it?

sent you an email on the Kelsey lugs.

Steven's Axle frame tool is presently out of stock. JP

Interesting design on this battery tool. Perhaps not a well thought out design, but well built. What are your thoughts? Probably was not a big seller.

****For Sale*** Early 1915 oil lamp holder with license plate bracket. Used on roadsters and coupes. This is the bolted together style use in the first 6 months of 1915. $95 plus the ride to you. This is a cast iron reproduction. Paypal , check or pictures of dead presidents. Jputnam(at)wcoil.com 41...

***For Sale. Set of four ,MOTOR WHEEL brand wheel lugs. $20 plus the ride. PayPal, check or pictures of dead presidents. Jputnam(at)wcoil.com. or 419.3 zero six.39 six six

***For Sale*** KRW Generator Support. Used to support the generator armature when driving out the pin holding the gear. Prevents bending of the armature. This is new cast iron as was the original. $125 plus the ride to you. Jputnam{at}wcoil.com or 419.3 zero 6. 39six six. PayPal between friends, che...

I used the frame hole count and hole placement to date this frame. I thought it was 22 1/2 to 24 model year by the chart, but now I will have to recalculate my thinking. Thanks for your help.

This is a factory switch mount on a 23-24 frame. What type of switch was mounted on it? I have not seen this bracket before. Thanks for any help

For Sale set of original TT wheel bolts and lugs . Used on 20 inch wheels. Ford script. Bead blasted. $175 shipping included. PayPal, check or pictures of dead presidents. Jputnam(at)wcoil.com..

Mike: Jaxon lugs are sold pending payment. Sorry.

SOLD pending payment.

For Sale. Miscellaneous wheel lugs. Your choice $3 each. Jputnam(at)wcoil.com

For Sale.. set of 4 Jaxon wheel lugs. $20 plus the ride. PayPal, check or pictures of dead presidents.
419.3 zero six. 39 six six. Jputnam(at)wcoil.com.

For Sale*** TT Wheel lugs set of 6. Ford script. These look to be NOS. They show no wear. $50 for the set plus the ride. PayPal, check, or pictures of dead presidents. 419.3 zero six.39 six six. Jputnam(at)wcoil.com

Fordoor door, made by Budd Corp.

Ok, I goofed and posted the wrong picture. The picture is a clincher rim, I have 2 available, and not the split rim of which I have 6. Sorry for the confusion, My bad!

PS: I have sold the split rims. Richard bought them.

I have 6 split rims that were made by Hayes for Chevy, but will fit Ford wheels. Some already have a relocated valve stem hole to use with Ford wheels. These are for balloon tires. These are very solid rims but do have surface rust. Asking $35 each, prefer pickup here in NW Ohio. Jputnam {at} wcoil...

This past few weeks I have determined it was time to sort out my wheel collection. The good , the bad and the ugly, you know the story. The ugly I have trashed as they had no salvageable pats that were usable. The good ones I have restored or they are in the process of restoration. I found that I h...

For sale..KR Wilson Generator support. Used to support the generator when driving out the pin holding the gear. Preventing bending of the armature. This is new cast iron as original. $125 plus the ride to you. Jputnam[at]wcoil.com or 419.3 zero 6. 39 six six.

1928-9 Model A fuel tank. I have had this in dry storage for the last 50 years. No rust, no dents. Inside is clean, lousy paint. $500 plus the ride to you. Jputnam [at]wcoil.com or 419.3 zero 6.three 9 six six. Also have 30-31 tank, same condition.

IF you are going to use an epoxy compound I think it is your responsibility to READ the label to see if you are going to use the product in the right application. One should not depend on someone else to tell you which product to use.

I use .004 for Aluminium pistons in honed cylinders.

In the second picture-upside down in the ditch- the front radius rod cap at the crankcase is missing. Could this have been a contributing factor in the wreck????
Thanks Bud for the great pictures.

I have the Steven's Front Axle FRAME available to go with Dans tooling. The frame is $275 plus USPS. jputnam(at)wcoil.com

Your message from the forum does not give me a direct email to respond to you. Use my email address please.
jputnam(at)wcoil.com

Correct the @ first.

Yes I have, they are out there, but you have to search.

I'd like to buy the lot of pipes. Sending you a email.

Run the water in the inlet on the side of the engine. That way all cylinders will get needed cooling water. You may want to make up some sort of plumbing to get the water away from the front of the head which is just above the commutator.

Thanks MTFCA, I found the rim that was needed.

It is called a "crutch" and fits the small drum axles.

Why take a chance on those spokes. Have them welded. Tough to do after powder coating

Thank you Allan and Dan for your response. Allan I wish you were not half the world away. Dan: dig into that trailer please.

WTB I am looking for a Firestone rim, 30 x 3 1/2. This rim has no lugs but is driven by a nipple that fits into a cup on the fellow of the wheel. The rim is held to the wheel by clamps with an encased nut. Near the hole for the valve stem they are marked "Firestone Metal Products". Let me know what...

There is one at the Popcorn Museum in Holland Ohio (Toledo). Jim Fentress runs the museum and he knows how to repair the pop corn stuff. I have his contact if needed.

Hank: found my error, sent again. Jack

I have sent twice to hankpattylee@bellsouth.net if this is not correct let me know. Jack Putnam 419-three zero 6- three 966 jputnam(at)wcoil.com

You may have to add new fangled self-commencer to the '14.

I'll take them. Sent you an email.

Add me to the list. Hopefully I will see the ad in the classifieds when available.

Running an engine without water will cause almost instant damage. How long is that instant: about as long as you can grip the exhaust manifold with your bare hand. In less than 30 seconds the exhaust is extremely hot, so are the cylinder head and the piston tops. The cast iron head is thin and woul...

R.V/ Thank you fro your response and guidance on the wheel painting. Sealing of the wood is my major concern but your suggested process seems relatively simple.

I have a new set of Stutzman rebuilt non demountable wheels which have beautiful hickory wood work. These will be painted black. How should the wood be sealed before painting? Should it be sealed? What product will give the best results. What have you done ? Thanks for help and guidance.

I have them. I reproduce the 15 bracket.

I have a couple of frames available now. Next batch unknown as foundries seem to run on railroad time.

Sold to Mark. Sold out!

The wishbone was mounted above the axle, as shown, on the early teen Model T's. The spring shown is a later T spring as it's leaves are not tapered. It is a late spring. The Halladay part suggest that is is an aftermarket, non automobile application. Perhaps it was for a wagon body of sorts. It woul...

Mark: sent you an email.

One trailer hitch remains! Last one available. Fits the 1914 to 1925 Model T frame. Make a great conversation piece on the back of a Model T!

Stephen: I have had that problem. Play with caster all you want but that won't fix it. Your axle is bent, between the perch and the king pin. Probably hit one too many curbs in its day.

I have a feeling that there are more problems than a broken hole and a badly pitted axle in that rear end. Fix it right, remove the rear axle entirely and see how many other worms are in that can. Drive shaft bearing and Babbitt washers to name a few. IMO

Now lowered price. $275 plus the ride. This is the last one available.

I have a complete set of Quick Bolts available. These are newly made. They are used when babbiting the Model T engine. They make quick work in fitting the main bearings by allowing the bearing caps to be bolted down quickly for checking clearance. The set is $318 and includes priority shipping in U...

Tim: I haven't found your email.

If it is time to hitch your wagon, you need this.

Trailer hitch that mounts on the rear frame of the 1925 and earlier Model T's. Cast iron from the teens. Your great grandpa used this style. It is of the era but it won't meet today's safety standards. Yours for $180 plus the ride USPS of $15. reply to jputnam (at) wcoil.com if interested.

Still available.

I have done both. While powder coat looks great it will chip as spokes flex. Also you can not fill pits before powder coating as the heat will remove the fill. I have
gone back to using paint as the preferred finish.

I still have a few frames available. Unknown when the next batch will be available, the foundry uses a different time schedule than the rest of us.

I have approximately 400 board feet of white oak lumber, kiln dried, surfaced S2S. Premium grade. 8 ft lengths.This has been in dry storage since the mid 1980's. Asking $3.00 board foot. Excellent for the depot hack or pick up bed that I never got to build. Call Jack at 419-30six-39sixsix. Pick up ...

For Sale: Steven"s Front Axle repair tool Frame. Reproduced in cast iron, as the original. It is used to repair the worn king pin holes in the front axle of the Model T. This is the frame only as you will need the reamers and inserts available elsewhere. $275 plus $15 shipping in the USA. I will ac...

DSCN3079 (1024x768) (640x480) (640x480) (2).jpg For Sale: Steven"s Front Axle repair tool Frame. Reproduced in cast iron, as the original. It is used to repair the worn king pin holes in the front axle of the Model T. This is the frame only as you will need the reamers and inserts available elsewhe...

TT to the top. No detail overlooked.

Ok, Gee Wiz, who is the supplier??

What is the part number for the modern seal that goes into the starter busing when rebuilding the Model T starter.?

20180524_165003.jpg For Sale: 1924 TT Cab with Stake bed. This truck is a new total restoration. Clear Ohio title. Sheet metal, drive train and wood bed is newly rebuilt. Sills in cab were replaced as well as the sides of cab with new replacement metal. Windshield is correct for a TT. Glass is safe...

Yes, you have to be heavy on the choke for initial start up. If you look at the carb the float bowl is a long way from the top of the carburetor. Just choke it like you mean it.

Do you have Kelsey rims available?

Looking for Kelsey Wheel Rims 30 x 3 1/2. Part #2845. Need 2 or more good usable condition. Need to correct a set of Kelsey wheels with mixed rims that don't fit well.
Thank you, Jack Putnam. 419-3 zero 6-39 six six. jputnam(at)wcoil.com

The body on the truck is aftermarket and not a Ford product. This would have been sold as a chassis. I am making an educated guess that the truck is a 1918 or 1919. The rear wheel looks to be a 23 inch wheel which was used on the early chassis. Also If I look very closely at the rear axle center I ...

Stan has it. It works every time. A shop vac will remove all the stones when done.

Greetings all: I am in need of a set of clincher rims for my Hayes wheels. Looking for good rims that are not sharp and are not pitted. Will buy one or a set. Thanks.

Jack Putnam, Bluffton, Ohio
jputnam(at)wcoil(dot)com

419-three zero six-39 six six

As Steve said the outer blue discoloration is indicative of a lot of dragging. Your low band has been too tight or slipped aggressively causing excessive heat which has caused the drum to crack and come apart. The heat came first then the drum was rendered asunder.

I have a batch at the foundry now. I will post here when they are ready.
Thank you for your interest.

I need those, but the distance. Ugh!

Screw the puller extra tight, add a big hammer blow to the end of the screw. Repeat as needed.

Tim: I think I have the mold to have those rockers cast. JP

When fitting new gears and shaft in an original case I prefer to use valve grinding compound to remove any high spots on tight fitting gears. I assemble the components of the steering column dry on the bench and then put a generous amount of grinding compound to the gears themselves. Then rotate th...

Tim: New tops always have a little bit of material that has to be trimmed off after installation. Even if the top in the box has shrunk some it will most likely still fit.

Denny: You did not give me an email address or a phone number. How should I contact you?

Also The Steven's front axle tool is currently out of stock. I expect it will be at least 8 week before I have them available. Please contact me then.

Both pinion gears are sold.

The 10 tooth pinion has been used but looks very good. Priced st $150 plus the USPS ride of $8. Paypal only. Thanks MTFCA. Jputnam (at) wcoil.com

Steven's front axle frame tool is in stock and available. If you have questions I can be reached at 419-306-3966. Thank you Jack

Patrick does this look like you want?

Patrick you are forgiven!

Yes you can! Sent you a message.

Found the needed parts. Thanks MTFCA.

Very interesting directions. There is a disconnect between the focusing of the lamps and the McBeth lens. The McBeths don't seem to have any connection to better lighting.

Thanks for posting.

Wanted to Buy: Looking for a pair of arms for Hassler single spring fronts. Not Pancake style. Will use on late teens car. Will consider a set of front Hassler shocks that are not worn out. Email direct fliver (at) wcoil.com. Thanks, Jack Putnam

Tim: Would you please post a copy of the information sheet that is with the MeBeth lens? I'm curious to see what the original direction were given to new owners. Thanks JP

Pinon gear is still available. Apparently the buyer ran out of cash.

I'll take them if still available.

I have decided to use standard bushings and reduce them in size to fit the hasslers. That seems to be the quickest way to move the project forward. Thanks for your input Steve. Reaming the original part is a good option. I had not thought of going that way.

Yes Hank, I thought this would be a do it yourself project. I guess I was looking for an easy way out. It is not something I can avoid I guess. Let the machine work begin. Thanks for your input.

I am in the process of rebuilding a set of Hassler shocks. I need a source for the bushing that are used in the Hasslers. They are an odd size it seems. What have others used as a replacement?

Sold to Scott, pending payment. Thank you.

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