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by WillsT
Sat Jun 14, 2025 11:57 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: 1916 engine short block nice $300 OBO
Replies: 5
Views: 1312

Re: 1916 engine short block nice $300 OBO

I will buy this. Send you email
by WillsT
Mon Mar 31, 2025 1:09 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Prus head is on and TESTED.
Replies: 44
Views: 11643

Re: Prus head is on and TESTED.

First of all I need to make a correction on my “interference” problem with the Prius head. This was a newby operator problem as I did not have the head centered over the pistons, after correcting this no more interference. So all this started because I had water in my oil because of head corrosion o...
by WillsT
Sat Mar 15, 2025 10:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Prus head is on and TESTED.
Replies: 44
Views: 11643

Re: Prus head is on and TESTED.

Am new to playing around with different heads but after i found my transmission filled with radiator fluid i realized i may have a head problem Removed the head which was an aluminum high compression [ according to seller ] found out corrosion between the water ports and cyl 1 and 4, which prevente...
by WillsT
Sun Aug 25, 2024 12:59 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Horn Reeds $10 ea.
Replies: 3
Views: 988

Re: Horn Reeds $10 ea.

I’ll take 1 let me know how to pay you
wsnyders@yahoo.com
by WillsT
Wed May 08, 2024 11:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Hasslers: Worth the bother?
Replies: 24
Views: 6091

Re: Hasslers: Worth the bother?

Really improved my ride after I installed Hasslers on front Resolved bump steer, the front end no longer sways left and right because of the spring shackles not being restrained, now it is Don’t have perfect back roads here, car now stays straight ahead. Have a nice set of rears Hassler for rear if ...
by WillsT
Fri Apr 26, 2024 1:06 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: AC Speedometer Items
Replies: 1
Views: 440

Re: AC Speedometer Items

I will take this set, let me know how to pay you
by WillsT
Mon Mar 18, 2024 3:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Prus head is on and TESTED.
Replies: 44
Views: 11643

Re: Prus head is on and TESTED.

Based on an online compression ratio vs PSI calculator you should get around 115 PSI for an 8:1 ratio
75 PSI is more likely to result from a 5 to 1 ratio
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by WillsT
Tue Jan 30, 2024 10:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Missing valve clip
Replies: 9
Views: 1494

Re: Missing valve clip

The valve was no longer centered due to lack of clip and in turn it would no longer rotate in the valve body
Did have a stove pipe, since it is upstream not sure it affects anything
I will take the carb apart, nothing to loose with doing that
Thanks
by WillsT
Tue Jan 30, 2024 12:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Missing valve clip
Replies: 9
Views: 1494

Re: Missing valve clip

I am not looking for clip for reuse, I already ordered new ones from Langs I am still amazed how we can just order replacement parts for 100 year old cars, we are so lucky My concern is that the old clip, or parts thereof are finding their way somewhere they can do damage such as valves Nothing foun...
by WillsT
Tue Jan 30, 2024 1:10 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Missing valve clip
Replies: 9
Views: 1494

Missing valve clip

I was working on getting my T back up and running after replacing starter motor which failed due to bad solenoid. All that worked just fine and got the engine to start and run as normal Coming back a day later could not start the engine due the choke being locked open After removing carb found out t...
by WillsT
Wed Jan 24, 2024 11:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1913 Model T on Hagerty Auction
Replies: 37
Views: 6855

Re: 1913 Model T on Hagerty Auction

Very interesting, only $500 so far
What kind of “shocks” are on the front axle
by WillsT
Sun Nov 19, 2023 6:26 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: FS - left side mount belt drive alternator
Replies: 14
Views: 3552

Re: FS - left side mount belt drive alternator

Ordered 12 volt version from EBay, very good price
Excellent product and mounting hardware, simple to install
It is a 2 wire compact alternator, one wire for battery positive, one for switch on position
For my 1915 needed a 34” belt.
by WillsT
Wed Jun 08, 2022 8:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Timer identification and lubrication request
Replies: 11
Views: 2517

Re: Timer identification and lubrication request

As requested here are some pics
It was built by Vic Groah some 25 years ago
by WillsT
Wed Jun 08, 2022 7:52 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Timer identification and lubrication request
Replies: 11
Views: 2517

Re: Timer identification and lubrication request

Thanks guys, is there a need to replace seal, does not look like it is leaking today.
by WillsT
Tue Jun 07, 2022 11:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Timer identification and lubrication request
Replies: 11
Views: 2517

Timer identification and lubrication request

After removing my radiator for some needy cleaning I am using the opportunity to inspect my timer and lube as needed As a newby I am unable to identify what timer this is and therefor not sure about lubrication The car starts great first time all the time so don’t want to mess with it, just clean a...
by WillsT
Sat Feb 12, 2022 9:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Left hand thread vs right hand thread on front hubs
Replies: 44
Views: 10575

Re: Left hand thread vs right hand thread on front hubs

First of all this car is no trailer queen, but a very nice driver, need to sand and redo the wooden box and fix paint in a couple of places. Talked to previous owner and the wire wheels been on this car for 7-8 years on many tours without any issues. I have only owned this car since October and have...
by WillsT
Sat Feb 12, 2022 9:23 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Left hand thread vs right hand thread on front hubs
Replies: 44
Views: 10575

Re: Left hand thread vs right hand thread on front hubs

Understand your concern Dan, I will take them apart as soon as I resolve the front hub issue.
Car came with another complete set of artillery type wheels, very nice wood but tires old and worn.
Tires on the wire wheels are very new and little wear, so that why they are currently mounted on car
by WillsT
Sat Feb 12, 2022 2:01 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Left hand thread vs right hand thread on front hubs
Replies: 44
Views: 10575

Re: Left hand thread vs right hand thread on front hubs

You guys are correct the pin on the hub goes through the hole in the wheel and prevents the two from slipping relative to each other My buffalos has something similar where there are recesses in the wheel for the 6 mounting nuts that hold the hub to the spindle The buffalos also use the same hubs on...
by WillsT
Fri Feb 11, 2022 9:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Left hand thread vs right hand thread on front hubs
Replies: 44
Views: 10575

Re: Left hand thread vs right hand thread on front hubs

Missed picture of hub and castle nut holding it in place After reading Dan’s. Post and browsing the Jaguar E-type forum where the E uses knock off wire wheels there seems to be agreement that the the hubs with the right hand thread for the hubcap should be on the left, or drivers, side and the hub w...
by WillsT
Fri Feb 11, 2022 9:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Left hand thread vs right hand thread on front hubs
Replies: 44
Views: 10575

Re: Left hand thread vs right hand thread on front hubs

Ok, here are some pictures of hub and wheel separate and once mounted I have no issue with mounting the hub with two bearings castle nut and cotter pin Everything stays in place and functions normally The wheel slides over the hub and and is kept in place with the threaded hub cap/nut This cap/nut i...
by WillsT
Fri Feb 11, 2022 5:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Left hand thread vs right hand thread on front hubs
Replies: 44
Views: 10575

Re: Left hand thread vs right hand thread on front hubs

Wow what a great a great set of replies thanks for all of your input My front wheels have a separate set of hubs which hold the bearings and this hub, without wheel, is put on the spindle and held in place with castle nut and a cotter pin. No problems there The wheel is then put on over the hub, the...
by WillsT
Thu Feb 10, 2022 10:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Left hand thread vs right hand thread on front hubs
Replies: 44
Views: 10575

Left hand thread vs right hand thread on front hubs

Still new to this hobby. Just finished regreasing my front wheel bearings. Went for a test ride today and right front threaded center hub which holds on my wire wheels had loosened up after about 4-5 miles Fortunately I stopped before it came off completely. I had used a 5 pound sledge hammer on a 1...
by WillsT
Sun Feb 06, 2022 12:46 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What have you done on your T in February
Replies: 45
Views: 11099

Re: What have you done on your T in February

Newbie here, picked up a 1915 express a few months ago, overall in very nice shape, but it did not want to drive in a straight line nor handled bumps very well in front. So took full front end apart added shims, new bushings, adjusted clearances, regreased bearings and ball ends, and adjusted toe-in...
by WillsT
Thu Dec 09, 2021 7:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Membership Challenge--Teach a new T driver.
Replies: 15
Views: 3763

Re: Membership Challenge--Teach a new T driver.

Our local auto museum, California Auto Museum, usually has a once a year learn and drive a T day with the local T club providing a couple cars and teachers. That is where I first drove a T, I gave myself a failing grade because I kept putting the clutch pedal to the floor when stopping. Only slightl...
by WillsT
Wed Dec 08, 2021 9:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Wire wheel hubcap identification
Replies: 9
Views: 2596

Re: Wire wheel hubcap identification

Thank you gents for all of the feedback
I am inclined to believe the hubs are custom made and I will find someone with lathe etc to make me a new one
I will go ahead and start using locktite on all of my hubs as I also lost a much more complicated hub on my 28 Buick

Will Snyders
Penn Valley, Ca
by WillsT
Sat Dec 04, 2021 11:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Wire wheel hubcap identification
Replies: 9
Views: 2596

Re: Wire wheel hubcap identification

Yes similar but mine are screw-in using a centered roughly 3/4 inch threaded diameter stud

Thanks for the input

Will Snyders
Penn Valley, ca
by WillsT
Fri Dec 03, 2021 10:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Wire wheel hubcap identification
Replies: 9
Views: 2596

Wire wheel hubcap identification

Newbie here..
Lost one of my rear hubcaps on my 1915 T, but can’t find an replicate on our vendors websites
Can you help identify which wheel manufacturer I have so I can try to order one or find someone’s spare

Thanks much

Will Snyders
Penn Valley, Ca