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by Poppie
Sat Feb 17, 2024 11:22 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: FS 1916-18 Side Lights
Replies: 1
Views: 231

Re: FS 1916-18 Side Lights

Steve,
Email sent, I would like to purchase your lamps, Thanks, Regards Neil.
by Poppie
Wed Feb 07, 2024 6:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Multi purpose T
Replies: 14
Views: 1123

Re: Multi purpose T

The pump is fitted to a T chassis because I can see the two running board truss rods under the vehicle and in front of the rear wheels ....n
by Poppie
Sat Jan 20, 2024 4:32 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Building a magnet charger, looking for information
Replies: 20
Views: 1030

Re: Building a magnet charger, looking for information

Geee Art,
That is a dangerous way to flash your mag coils, have you ever seen or been near an under load or being charged battery when a naked spark has ignited the acid gasses put out from the battery ? My magnetiser would on the end of a set heavy duty jumper leads with my safety glasses on. ....n
by Poppie
Tue Jan 16, 2024 6:27 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: WTB - NEW pics posted in ad, like an idiot, I had wrong pic 30X3 non-demountable wheel with rounded felloe
Replies: 16
Views: 873

Re: WTB - 30X3 non-demountable wheel with rounded felloe

Craig,
I thought they looked like oval spokes and that is why I suggested a photo of the car involved.
Walt.
Email sent, ....n
by Poppie
Sat Jan 06, 2024 6:03 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: WTB - NEW pics posted in ad, like an idiot, I had wrong pic 30X3 non-demountable wheel with rounded felloe
Replies: 16
Views: 873

Re: WTB - 30X3 non-demountable wheel with rounded felloe

Mr Walt,
May be if you post a photo of the T that the wheel is needed, your re quest may be full filled. A picture tells a thousand words. ....n.
by Poppie
Wed Oct 11, 2023 9:59 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: a couple members i have not heard from in a long time
Replies: 5
Views: 593

Re: a couple members i have not heard from in a long time

How about Freighter Jim, I have learnt a lot about the USA country side through his posts and even Mr Walt Wise with his 1918 Couplet posts....n
by Poppie
Sat Aug 19, 2023 10:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Puzzling behaviour on MAG vs BAT
Replies: 42
Views: 1839

Re: Puzzling behaviour on MAG vs BAT

Hi All, I believe the problem is an excessive current draw on the model T magneto. I would make sure that the battery is reasonably well charged and I feel that the coils being set up with on electronic coil tester (FACT) is drawing too much current ( Try a higher ttf ) It would be interesting to kn...
by Poppie
Tue Aug 08, 2023 5:26 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Timer brush help
Replies: 34
Views: 1435

Re: Timer brush help

Robert,
Don't use a roll pin as you will not be able to get it out when you want to service the timer assembly when needed , just fashion up a rivet or nail and slide the retainer sleeve on then securing nut. ....n
by Poppie
Mon Jul 31, 2023 5:42 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: quick test coils
Replies: 15
Views: 810

Re: quick test coils

Don't get your *#@% 's in a knot boys, after all this the GENERAL DISCUSSION section of the MTFCA Forum and this is we all learn the goodies of the Model T and how it works. After fiddling with 'T' electricals as an Electrical Apprentice from 1956 and owning T's since 1964, I try and learn something...
by Poppie
Sat Jul 22, 2023 8:39 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: This was trucking-Old Photos
Replies: 1402
Views: 322802

Re: This was trucking-Old Photos

Rich, I don't think the steel frame is part of the truck but could be a fire escape for the building. The piece of timber at the rear at cab height could be part of the rear frame to hold the load....n
by Poppie
Thu Jul 20, 2023 8:24 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: SOLD - Eisemann G-4 Type II High Tension Magneto with Impulse Drive
Replies: 5
Views: 549

Re: SOLD - Eisemann G-4 Type II High Tension Magneto with Impulse Drive

Thanks Mark for the links to the magneto literature and for your computer expertise....n
by Poppie
Wed Jul 19, 2023 8:19 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: SOLD - Eisemann G-4 Type II High Tension Magneto with Impulse Drive
Replies: 5
Views: 549

Re: SOLD - Eisemann G-4 Type II High Tension Magneto with Impulse Drive

Mark, Any chance of a copy of the modern prints oy the instructions and parts manual before it goes, Thanks for your time. Please return cost and payment details . If sale does not go through please put me on the ....n
by Poppie
Tue Jul 18, 2023 11:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Magneto Batttery charger
Replies: 17
Views: 1099

Re: Magneto Batttery charger

HaHa, The mouth has spoken again, Poor Art is climbing up the wrong tree so maybe someone else with a bit of electrical knowledge will be able help him, Come on RON P and everyone will be educated....n
by Poppie
Tue Jul 18, 2023 8:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Magneto Batttery charger
Replies: 17
Views: 1099

Re: Magneto Batttery charger

Art M, Which half wave doesn't go to the coils ?, As the voltage/current alternates in a Ford Magneto of which it does 16 times per revolution (8 pos and 8neg) then the diode charger receives 8 pos charges and 8 neg charges, Your diode charger decides which cycle it uses by its design specification....
by Poppie
Sat Jul 15, 2023 3:11 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: T’s with Ruckstell and Warford
Replies: 29
Views: 1801

Re: T’s with Ruckstell and Warford

Allan and Jeff, I agree with you both, My TT has a three speed Cast Iron War-Ford, Victor axillary gearbox mounted onto the worm shaft of my 5/1 high speed low ratio worm and wheel Ruckstell running on 32x4.5 tyres (23 inch) TT wheels. I preselect the three speed box from under the rear of the TT fo...
by Poppie
Sun Jul 09, 2023 5:55 am
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: Using just the buzz/points of a model T coil?
Replies: 14
Views: 1204

Re: Using just the buzz/points of a model T coil?

Duey-C,
I would check the formula for caps connected in parallel...n
by Poppie
Fri Jul 07, 2023 6:24 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How I Rebuild Coils- The hard way!
Replies: 42
Views: 2708

Re: How I Rebuild Coils- The hard way!

Matt and Scott, Could please explain your testing procedure using the high voltage Megger (R) to weed out your 3% of dud coils to the garbage bin. Please indicate what and where you test the coil. Thanks for your time....n
by Poppie
Wed Jul 05, 2023 11:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How I Rebuild Coils- The hard way!
Replies: 42
Views: 2708

Re: How I Rebuild Coils- The hard way!

Yes Ron, and you would also have to break the H T(secondary) winding connection with the LT(primary) winding at the timer terminal on the coil. The 1000v megger test across the point screws would most probably show a short and the same with a megger test from the LT(primary) winding to the steel cor...
by Poppie
Wed Jul 05, 2023 6:18 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How I Rebuild Coils- The hard way!
Replies: 42
Views: 2708

Re: How I Rebuild Coils- The hard way!

Hi Matt, Can you fill us in re megger test on the secondary and what voltage is applied by the megger? This is a very constructive thread and the members will learn a lot. Looking forward to tomorrows post.....n
by Poppie
Sat Jun 10, 2023 6:29 am
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: Using just the buzz/points of a model T coil?
Replies: 14
Views: 1204

Re: Using just the buzz/points of a model T coil?

Duey_c, If you used your HCCT and not a battery to energise your circuit, you would melt before the tar melts, I find that the best way to test the H/T winding and condenser is to use a generator/starter armature growler, screw the points mounting screw into the magneto rotor and place it onto the g...
by Poppie
Fri Jun 09, 2023 5:30 am
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: Using just the buzz/points of a model T coil?
Replies: 14
Views: 1204

Re: Using just the buzz/points of a model T coil?

Duane.
The resultant voltage and frequency from the trembler coil points would be virtually the same as that produced buy the high voltage magneto coil primary circuit. go for it.. i would still worry using 12 volts on the coil....n
by Poppie
Thu Jun 08, 2023 11:22 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: Using just the buzz/points of a model T coil?
Replies: 14
Views: 1204

Re: Using just the buzz/points of a model T coil?

The switched voltage and frequency would be extremely high,
The coil could last using 6volts but i doubt it using 12 volts......n
by Poppie
Thu May 04, 2023 11:30 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Vehicles
Topic: Wanted to Buy, 1917 Coupelet or 1918 Coupe ONLY!!!
Replies: 125
Views: 33016

Re: Wanted to Buy, 1917 Coupelet or 1918 Coupe ONLY!!!

Found the photo, I was on the wrong page.....n
by Poppie
Thu May 04, 2023 11:08 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Vehicles
Topic: Wanted to Buy, 1917 Coupelet or 1918 Coupe ONLY!!!
Replies: 125
Views: 33016

Re: Wanted to Buy, 1917 Coupelet or 1918 Coupe ONLY!!!

Eric,
Where is the link ???....n
by Poppie
Mon Apr 10, 2023 11:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Timer
Replies: 26
Views: 1868

Re: Timer

Keith, I wouldn't worry about those radial grooves, my concern is the colour of the timer contact surface and the blue colour on the brush. The timer surface looks burnt indicating an excessive coil current draw. could need your coils adjusted for a lower draw or excessive timer brush pressure. Do y...
by Poppie
Fri Mar 31, 2023 6:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Tony Bowker
Replies: 31
Views: 3884

Re: Tony Bowker

Yes Donnie, that was Chickasha 2016 when i answered an offer from Tony to transport goods and chattels from west to the swap meet. I contacted Tony via forum and requested a return cartage for yours then my new project, our 1908 Reliable Dayton motor buggy. Tony accepted the request with no problem ...
by Poppie
Tue Mar 07, 2023 9:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Avoiding Flat Tires
Replies: 9
Views: 1001

Re: Avoiding Flat Tires

I agree with you Steve, and my wife has a different opinion.
The only non demountable rims are on the front of our TT....n
by Poppie
Tue Mar 07, 2023 9:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Who's that in the photo?
Replies: 64
Views: 6318

Re: Who's that in the photo?

John, You look great for a 26/27 model....n
by Poppie
Wed Feb 08, 2023 9:15 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Fully rebuilt Moore auxillary transmission FS
Replies: 19
Views: 3616

Re: Fully rebuilt Moore auxillary transmission FS

Good one Tim.....n
by Poppie
Fri Jan 27, 2023 5:35 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: T going down hill
Replies: 29
Views: 2356

Re: T going down hill

To me it looks to be a right hand drive vehicle< Drivers hands, speedo drive on RHS front wheel or could the photo be reversed???.....n
by Poppie
Tue Nov 08, 2022 11:33 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Vehicles
Topic: FS 1917 T Coupelet - Price Reduced - Updated
Replies: 60
Views: 17938

Re: FS 1917 T Coupelet

David, Email sent, Thanks Admin....n
by Poppie
Tue Oct 04, 2022 11:05 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: Tractor Talk
Replies: 145
Views: 12851

Re: Tractor Talk

Bryant,
Can you please tell me why the rear tyres on the fendt 933 are mounted in reverse (tread pattern that is ) I have an F with a trackson conversion and an F on steels and am not familiar with rubber tyre patterns...love yours and Duey's tractor talk.....n
by Poppie
Mon Oct 03, 2022 12:00 am
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: Ill-fated Ships
Replies: 12
Views: 1893

Re: Ill-fated Ships

Very interesting information, thanks Pat for the story....n
by Poppie
Thu Sep 29, 2022 11:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Upper bridge ignition coil adjustment lock nut
Replies: 8
Views: 1293

Re: Upper bridge ignition coil adjustment lock nut

For what it is worth (my thoughts), I don't use the "Upper bridge lock nut" because after setting the trembler coil points and I service 5 coils in a batch ...(4 for the vehicle and 1 to go under the seat to help out another vehicle with a dud coil)...to all fire at the same TDC (or point of combust...
by Poppie
Mon Sep 05, 2022 7:20 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Hcct rpm
Replies: 14
Views: 2045

Re: Hcct rpm

Robert... I do not know Shawn, and If he contacts me I will sure help him out,,,n
by Poppie
Thu Sep 01, 2022 7:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Hcct rpm
Replies: 14
Views: 2045

Re: Hcct rpm

What did you learn Bob ?, Who is right?, and Who is wrong. ...n
by Poppie
Mon Aug 29, 2022 5:40 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Question on Goodyear 5 lug 23" wheels
Replies: 7
Views: 858

Re: Question on Goodyear 5 lug 23" wheels

Try a 1923 or 24 Chevrolet 4cyl,...n
by Poppie
Sun Aug 28, 2022 7:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Hcct rpm
Replies: 14
Views: 2045

Re: Hcct rpm

Bob,
I miss Herms comments also and I agree with his HCCT rpm too,....n
by Poppie
Thu Jun 16, 2022 12:36 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Ocean to Ocean 2024
Replies: 11
Views: 2071

Re: Ocean to Ocean 2024

Steve J,
How about including Chickasha on the way ?...n
by Poppie
Mon Jun 13, 2022 5:21 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Ocean to Ocean 2024
Replies: 11
Views: 2071

Re: Ocean to Ocean 2024

Can I dream too??? I will be 85 then. 1918 TT or 1918 tourer ;) ....n
by Poppie
Tue May 31, 2022 11:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: FJ - My Video Visit To Rootlieb Antique Automobile Sheet Metal In Turlock, California
Replies: 4
Views: 1376

Re: FJ - My Video Visit To Rootlieb Antique Automobile Sheet Metal In Turlock, California

Thanks F J for your thought and time for the video.
Looking forward to the next workshop tour....n
by Poppie
Mon May 30, 2022 7:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Whatizit? Brass top ignition coil.
Replies: 8
Views: 1589

Re: Whatizit? Brass top ignition coil.

To the top of the class Ron P. As Matt from Cal described the coil box, it has only two contact terminals, would say Bat/mag live terminal(screw) and load terminal(coil box side ) and as there is no third terminal, I would say that there is no High tension coil inside the said coil box consequently ...
by Poppie
Mon May 30, 2022 6:57 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Whatizit? Brass top ignition coil.
Replies: 8
Views: 1589

Re: Whatizit? Brass top ignition coil.

isn't that coil a master vibrator coil? ...n
by Poppie
Sat May 21, 2022 8:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: A bit of era information from 100 years ago
Replies: 13
Views: 2395

Re: A bit of era information from 100 years ago

Interesting JohnH, thanks....n,
by Poppie
Sun Mar 13, 2022 11:39 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: Price of Fuel
Replies: 72
Views: 6505

Re: Price of Fuel

Good morning fellows, I would pay up and keep quiet for the big fuel companies could hear that if they ship it down under they could get $12.30 per gallon as my local wants $2.33c per litre, not per gallon....n
by Poppie
Sat Mar 12, 2022 5:45 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Parts I’m Bringing to Chickasha !
Replies: 6
Views: 1865

Re: Parts I’m Bringing to Chickasha !

Good morning George,
Could you please item cost and freight to Sydney, AUSTRALIA the Splitdorf magnito and the bail handle side lamps please. Thanks for your time.....Neil M.
by Poppie
Wed Mar 02, 2022 7:58 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: A new DIY electronic coil tester.
Replies: 319
Views: 358621

Re: A new DIY electronic coil tester.

Matt, I use a KRW HCCT and if I motorised it I would be game to take it up to say 1000rpm but I cannot see any need to do that. If my memory is correct, 65years ago at Trade school I seem to remember that electricity travels at the speed if light, 186,000 miles/second so why would the timing change ...
by Poppie
Tue Mar 01, 2022 6:24 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: A new DIY electronic coil tester.
Replies: 319
Views: 358621

Re: A new DIY electronic coil tester.

Great work Matt with your electronic skills but I think you are wasting your time with Model T coils using DC as a set up voltage even though you can pulse and vary the potential difference of the source, Try using a HCCT and the point of fire Method (try for TDC) and with the Three adjustments, adj...
by Poppie
Wed Feb 23, 2022 7:39 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Anderson timer
Replies: 18
Views: 2822

Re: Anderson timer

Norman, I feel that you are right when running a model T on a battery (DC), Timer position is critical for equal cylinder firing. When a model T in running on magneto (AC) the timer only switches on the current from the power generating magneto and the coil is fired by the voltage rise from (V-negat...
by Poppie
Thu Feb 10, 2022 10:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Friday on the farm
Replies: 8
Views: 1624

Re: Friday on the farm

Thanks Tom,
What a great group of photographs and yes Allan, the load does look a bit grubby...n
by Poppie
Wed Feb 09, 2022 5:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Snyders modern 12v starter
Replies: 79
Views: 8377

Re: Snyders modern 12v starter

JohnH, We cant help the Model T's that have been fed into the smelters, but we car help save the vehicles that are out in the fields and properties and get them undercover. The thing that annoys and disappoints me is the complete/near complete cars that gets PARTERED OUT because of the $$$$ greed......
by Poppie
Sun Feb 06, 2022 6:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: A $20 (or less!) DIY regulator, and other issues
Replies: 240
Views: 41168

Re: A $20 (or less!) DIY regulator, and other issues

As you requested Tony,
Good luck with your voltage regulation pursuit and thanks for your (and others in this hobby) time, skill and energy. and thanks again for your delivery expertise of the buggy from Chickasha.....n
by Poppie
Sat Feb 05, 2022 5:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Going Dry for More Power
Replies: 97
Views: 8967

Re: Going Dry for More Power

Warwick, Just stick with your Toyota.......n
by Poppie
Tue Feb 01, 2022 6:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Heinze Coils - An Inferior Design; OR Did History Get it Wrong!
Replies: 15
Views: 3032

Re: Heinze Coils - An Inferior Design; OR Did History Get it Wrong!

Well said Scott, Top of the class, One jelly bean for you....
I would love to see the Scope trace of the HEINZE coil compered with a post 1914 style coil.....n
by Poppie
Fri Jan 14, 2022 5:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Picnic weather !
Replies: 7
Views: 1660

Re: Picnic weather !

I am with you Norman, Lynette and myself start our 59th next week.....n ;)
by Poppie
Wed Dec 29, 2021 6:45 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Can somebody tell me the FREQUENCY of magneto output?
Replies: 20
Views: 2806

Re: Can somebody tell me the FREQUENCY of magneto output?

Well Done Rainer, You are on the ball. It is good to see people thinking for themselves.
You could be Number Four.....n
by Poppie
Thu Dec 16, 2021 5:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Adjusting buzzer coils
Replies: 30
Views: 2751

Re: Adjusting buzzer coils

Waiting for my other, as Scott_C noted (Two People, but I can now say Three and maybe Four are getting close) are on the right track of knowing the correct working and adjustment of the model T coil and magneto system....n
by Poppie
Mon Dec 13, 2021 4:49 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: setting up coils on car?
Replies: 57
Views: 5257

Re: setting up coils on car?

Re Post Scott_Conger Dec 8th 2021 1.47pm. I reread Jeffery's (I assume that is the name his mother gave him, a little different from OP) and seeing that my first and second TWO PEOPLE didn't reply to your request I thought that I would. Jeffery, At your first question mark.......YES, Seeing that you...
by Poppie
Fri Dec 10, 2021 5:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: setting up coils on car?
Replies: 57
Views: 5257

Re: setting up coils on car?

Speedytinc. John, Re 4th line down, "Now knowing the coils are now tuned"....Is that on a DC powered testing device?. Re Last paragraph, Put your DC powered(ecct) tested coils on a HCCT and you will find that y our POINT OF FIRE (POF) not TTF will vary in degrees and change while RPM, frequency and ...
by Poppie
Fri Dec 10, 2021 5:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: setting up coils on car?
Replies: 57
Views: 5257

Re: setting up coils on car?

Speedytinc. John, Re 4th line down, "Now knowing the coils are now tuned"....Is that on a DC powered testing device?. Re Last paragraph, Put your DC powered(ecct) tested coils on a HCCT and you will find that y our POINT OF FIRE (POF) not TTF will vary in degrees and change while RPM, frequency and ...
by Poppie
Thu Dec 09, 2021 5:25 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: setting up coils on car?
Replies: 57
Views: 5257

Re: setting up coils on car?

Jeff10049, Jeffrey, You are correct re the advanced fire point of a few degrees but they also retard a few also. I find the point of fire varies with engine RPM and or HCCT RPM and the coil current setting. The thing to learn is how to adjust the coils and on what device to suit your needs, be it Mo...
by Poppie
Wed Dec 08, 2021 6:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: setting up coils on car?
Replies: 57
Views: 5257

Re: setting up coils on car?

TXGOAT2.
Pat, You have been accepted as being one of three persons knowing the functions of the Model T ignition/magneto system. I would also include a variation of applied voltage to the coils in your statement....Neil..
by Poppie
Tue Dec 07, 2021 9:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: setting up coils on car?
Replies: 57
Views: 5257

Re: setting up coils on car?

dykker5502, Michael, You seem to be the only other Model T person to know how the T ignition system works (Trembler coils and Magneto). I do query your statement where you say that the coil fires on top and or bottom of the wave form. I would say somewhere on the voltage ramp up either V+ and down V...
by Poppie
Tue Dec 07, 2021 5:14 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: More Bits and Bobs - Cheap, Make Offer!
Replies: 11
Views: 2563

Re: More Bits and Bobs - Cheap, Make Offer!

Mark, I sent you an Email, Thanks ......Neil
by Poppie
Mon Nov 15, 2021 5:34 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: We have arrived "Iola or Bust" added 64 photos of auction
Replies: 59
Views: 8850

Re: We have arrived "Iola or Bust"

Thanks Dan,
WE were corresponding then they stopped. I think it was traded on a 1925 coupe which came up in the classifieds. I could be wrong....Thanks again for your reply.....n.
by Poppie
Sun Nov 14, 2021 10:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: We have arrived "Iola or Bust" added 64 photos of auction
Replies: 59
Views: 8850

Re: We have arrived "Iola or Bust"

Hi Donnie and Mrs Donnie,
As proven by your previous skill and judgement, I am after a 1918 T coupe body of (aka R D quality) with suicide doors and strap style window lifts. Mechanical condition, if any is not important. Could be same deal as with R D. Have fun and be safe. ...Neil.
by Poppie
Wed Nov 03, 2021 10:05 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: Buicks were best . . .
Replies: 10
Views: 2423

Re: Buicks were best . . .

Gee, The old dude roper has good balance control to be able to stand at that rate of speed.......n.
by Poppie
Fri Oct 15, 2021 7:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Glass tape
Replies: 5
Views: 1366

Re: Glass tape

Shawn, You don't need glass tape for bobbin plate repairs, I have repaired many > 30 volt AC Model T bobbin plates and rewound and taped thousands of >240 volt AC coils using linen tape. The important item is the insulating varnish used to secure the coils from vibrating. Where are you in VIC ? Send...
by Poppie
Fri Oct 08, 2021 4:57 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: My 1927 Model T Coupe Restoration
Replies: 125
Views: 12891

Re: My 1927 Model T Coupe Restoration

I do hope young Bruce Jnr is wearing EAR PLUGS while using the Grinder, Great thread..n.
by Poppie
Tue Oct 05, 2021 11:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Question About Generator
Replies: 17
Views: 2527

Re: Question About Generator

Well said Dick..
..A nice simple basic answer to a nice simple everyday basic question.. (Maybe not an everyday question)....n.
by Poppie
Wed Sep 29, 2021 7:51 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Source for High dV/dT capacitors
Replies: 46
Views: 17401

Re: Source for High dV/dT capacitors

There is an issue with the electronic type of coil tester and the Model T trembler coil capacitors.
There is a thread on the Forum with the problem explained about a month ago. Maybe a computer expert can locate the thread, or maybe Mr MKosser will chime in...n
by Poppie
Sun Sep 26, 2021 12:29 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: WTB Hand Crank Coil Tester / FRAUD ALERT
Replies: 16
Views: 3223

Re: WTB Hand Crank Coil Tester / FRAUD ALERT

Spark PLUG holder..n
by Poppie
Sun Sep 26, 2021 12:28 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: WTB Hand Crank Coil Tester / FRAUD ALERT
Replies: 16
Views: 3223

Re: WTB Hand Crank Coil Tester / FRAUD ALERT

B-Z-B,
Could you please explain how the rotating spark set up works compered to the normal spark ring as fitted to the earlier HCCT. All I can see is the spark holder fitted on the HCCT shown in this thread.
Thanks...n.
by Poppie
Sat Sep 25, 2021 8:53 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: WTB Hand Crank Coil Tester / FRAUD ALERT
Replies: 16
Views: 3223

Re: WTB Hand Crank Coil Tester / FRAUD ALERT

Would be interesting to know how you can check a coil for double sparking on this tester seeing that this tester doesn't seem to have a spark indicating ring fitted... or am I missing something?..
Or is it only for checking Spark plugs, Horns and Magneto coil rings...n.
by Poppie
Tue Sep 07, 2021 1:37 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 26-27 Rear brake linings are on but wheel won't go on.
Replies: 21
Views: 3622

Re: 26-27 Rear brake linings are on but wheel won't go on.

UPDATE...September 2nd and 3rd...n
by Poppie
Tue Sep 07, 2021 1:26 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 26-27 Rear brake linings are on but wheel won't go on.
Replies: 21
Views: 3622

Re: 26-27 Rear brake linings are on but wheel won't go on.

Two rear 26/27 spring purchases for sale, Parts for sale , August 12....6.06am..n.
by Poppie
Sun Sep 05, 2021 8:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 26-27 Rear brake linings are on but wheel won't go on.
Replies: 21
Views: 3622

Re: 26-27 Rear brake linings are on but wheel won't go on.

Ignacio, 1a...I would rasp or course sand down the ends of the brake linings between the lining ends and the two rivets, the end of the linings are sticking out past the diameter of the steel drum. 1b...I would pull the brake rod clevis pin to allow the brake shoe cam to centralise. 2...I would put ...
by Poppie
Sat Sep 04, 2021 12:42 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Hay wagon to Speedster Project.
Replies: 162
Views: 30016

Re: Hay wagon to Speedster Project.

Thanks, I have not riveted them yet so can still switch. Are you saying the brake lever lobe is supposed to facee the rear of the car? The brake cam lobe faces the front as in the photo but the actuating lever should be facing to the rear towards the axle tube when the whole unit is riveted togethe...
by Poppie
Wed Aug 25, 2021 7:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: overheating
Replies: 18
Views: 2593

Re: overheating

Well said Luke,
Its a shame people don't think before they chuck a mental ..n
by Poppie
Wed Aug 25, 2021 6:59 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: RELISTING Model T Frame
Replies: 3
Views: 2224

Re: Model T Frame

Thread Drift,..Sorry.
.Paula and Gator..
Is your 1918 Coupe still available please ?
Thanks for a reply..Neil
by Poppie
Sat Aug 21, 2021 5:38 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Hay wagon to Speedster Project.
Replies: 162
Views: 30016

Re: Hay wagon to Speedster Project.

Ignacio, Just following up on your speedster build and noticed an error regarding the rear brake photo dated Monday April 12 2021 1.30am. I feel that you have the brake lever (could be off the other side) in the wrong position. In the off position the lever should be close to the axle tubes to give ...
by Poppie
Mon Aug 16, 2021 8:25 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: This was trucking-Old Photos
Replies: 1402
Views: 322802

Re: This was trucking-Old Photos

Beaut generator set over rear axle... Looks like front wheels are on reversed as compered with the previous photo....n.
by Poppie
Fri Aug 06, 2021 8:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: A Boat Load
Replies: 28
Views: 3491

Re: A Boat Load

John,
Great and interesting photo of a two Lung two horsepower vehicular ferry.
Would be a slow old trip coming this way if the horses had to walk backwards.... :) .....n.
by Poppie
Sat Jul 31, 2021 6:15 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Coil Capacitor Testing - Tech Tip
Replies: 3
Views: 1575

Re: Coil Capacitor Testing - Tech Tip

Haha, I now will be able to rest in Peace seeing that my repaired and adjusted HCCT trembler coils with correct value capacitors had failed under test with the Ecct are now OK, and I will not get stranded on the road somewhere.....n.
by Poppie
Tue Jun 29, 2021 7:43 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: Auto identification
Replies: 12
Views: 2176

Re: Auto identification

Looks like the young father is cutting the grass by hand in preparation for the proposed workshop for their Model T Ford.
by Poppie
Mon Jun 28, 2021 4:40 am
Forum: Classifieds - Vehicles
Topic: For sale 1921TT Wrecker
Replies: 6
Views: 3923

Re: For sale 1921TT Wrecker

Thanks Henry...N.
by Poppie
Mon Jun 28, 2021 4:34 am
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: Help Wanted 2 cyl engine identification
Replies: 19
Views: 3042

Re: Help Wanted 2 cyl engine identification

Pat,
I wouldn't be keen to be the passenger in the aircraft.
Interesting that the starting handle must go between the magnets of the magneto to connect to the crank
My guess that could be off a1905/6 Reliable Dayton....Great Photos...N.
by Poppie
Fri Apr 30, 2021 7:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Model Ts in Helsinki
Replies: 6
Views: 1946

Re: Model Ts in Helsinki

Wayne J,
They photo's may be of the same car but I don't think it is a Model T Ford.
The radiator is wrong,
The front springs are wrong,
The front axle is wrong and the front guards look strange...n.
by Poppie
Fri Apr 30, 2021 7:18 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Identify Flywheel
Replies: 9
Views: 2403

Re: Identify Flywheel

Speedytinc, " Your most of the teeth removed" is standard and is to allow the starter pinion to mesh with the ring gear. Adam, The flywheel would be heavier with the standard magnets, a lot heavier than that ring. It is most probably there to hold the starter ring gear in place. ( Starting torque on...
by Poppie
Sat Mar 20, 2021 6:30 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Vibration under engine braking
Replies: 13
Views: 2578

Re: Vibration under engine braking

Any thought's ?...N.
by Poppie
Sat Mar 13, 2021 9:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Picture party
Replies: 17
Views: 2564

Re: Picture party

Keep the photos coming Tom, they are really enjoyably. Thanks for your time ..N.
by Poppie
Wed Mar 10, 2021 8:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Vibration under engine braking
Replies: 13
Views: 2578

Re: Vibration under engine braking

Allan,
I would love to know where Stephen has his right foot placed when going down a steep hill in high gear, especially in a Model T Ford... :roll: ..N.
by Poppie
Wed Mar 10, 2021 5:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Vibration under engine braking
Replies: 13
Views: 2578

Re: Vibration under engine braking

I would say hard spots (heat glazed) on the brake band causing a friction problem.
What is the band material??
I would first reline the band and try...N.
by Poppie
Sat Mar 06, 2021 7:27 am
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: This was trucking-Old Photos
Replies: 1402
Views: 322802

Re: This was trucking-Old Photos

With the wheel under the steering wheel on the column and the large side box between the wheels (for batteries)
plus the lack of a front starting (crank) handle I would say it an electric vehicle....N.
by Poppie
Fri Feb 26, 2021 10:13 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: This was trucking-Old Photos
Replies: 1402
Views: 322802

Re: This was trucking-Old Photos

Thanks Dennis. That is the photo with the little truck or commercial car as they were called back then. Telephone on Radiator. I tried last night to lift the photo to the top and was very surprised to see it here now. I feel that I have 90% mechanical remains as shown in that photo that I purchased ...
by Poppie
Fri Feb 26, 2021 5:17 am
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: This was trucking-Old Photos
Replies: 1402
Views: 322802

Re: This was trucking-Old Photos

Good evening All, Would any member know the make and year of the vehicle on the right with the word ( Telephone ) on the radiator in Herb Iffrig's post, Oct 15 2020 10.39 pm please ? Page 4 ...Regards Neil.
by Poppie
Wed Feb 24, 2021 5:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Stamping a new serial on a blank engine block.
Replies: 46
Views: 5628

Re: Stamping a new serial on a blank engine block.

OK, What is the last stamp (letter/figure) in the red box? Is it the number 6 or 9 or is it a . (dot)....N..... :roll:
by Poppie
Fri Feb 19, 2021 5:50 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Wanted to Buy, 22 or 23 Coupe - FOUND and finally pics!!!
Replies: 36
Views: 10836

Re: Wanted to Buy, 22 or 23 Coupe - FOUND !!!

Photos please Mr Wise, your forum friends would like to see your treasure, I would......Neil,
by Poppie
Thu Feb 11, 2021 5:42 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: FS - Two - TT Chassis & C- Cab sheet metal
Replies: 5
Views: 1451

Re: FS - Two - TT Chassis & C- Cab sheet metal

I wonder wether pops five wheeler thinking chair went with the goodies as well???...P.
by Poppie
Thu Feb 04, 2021 5:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Speedster project turns 102 years old today, born Feb., 4, 1919
Replies: 6
Views: 1619

Re: Speedster project turns 102 years old today, born Feb., 4, 1919

Photo please Rich Eagle,
Also a job well done Donnie B.
Your RD is nearly 4 years :roll: time flys.......N..