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by jiminbartow
Tue Mar 26, 2024 9:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Supporting the Hood
Replies: 4
Views: 302

Re: Supporting the Hood

I found the 2016 thread about hood props. Lots of good ideas: www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/599638/60 ... 1452643187. Jim Patrick
by jiminbartow
Tue Mar 26, 2024 3:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Supporting the Hood
Replies: 4
Views: 302

Re: Supporting the Hood

Somewhere on this forum going back at least 10 or 15 years is a hood bracket that, I believe, a member invented. It attaches to each side of the firewall in the upper corner and becomes like a shelf that holds the hood in an upright position instead of the hood laying down on the other hood and prev...
by jiminbartow
Sat Mar 23, 2024 8:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Refurbishing Steering Wheel
Replies: 13
Views: 690

Re: Refurbishing Steering Wheel

Even if it were to break, you still have four sturdy steel arms of the spider to steer with. Not a big deal.
by jiminbartow
Sat Mar 23, 2024 12:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Refurbishing Steering Wheel
Replies: 13
Views: 690

Re: Refurbishing Steering Wheel

Fill the cracks by pressing in JB Weld. Smooth as much as possible by gently smoothing with a wet finger before it sets up. Spray with Rustoleum gloss black Appliance Epoxy. When good and dry, Use Meguiar’s rubbing compound to polish to a mirror shine. Jim Patrick.
by jiminbartow
Sat Mar 23, 2024 9:58 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: bakelite repair
Replies: 5
Views: 436

Re: bakelite repair

Hello from sunny Florida. 5 minute clear 2 part (mixed 1:1) epoxy that comes in a 2 cylinder syringe. Get it at Lowe’s or Home Depot. Read the label and get the one that is rated for the greatest strength in Lbs. I believe some go as high as 5,000 lbs. Jim Patrick
by jiminbartow
Wed Mar 20, 2024 9:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Coil tar/bitumen removal
Replies: 9
Views: 484

Re: Coil tar/bitumen removal

Mack. As an old Model T guy, my wife expects behavior like that from me, so I didn’t even think to warn against that. LOL. Jim Patrick.
by jiminbartow
Wed Mar 20, 2024 9:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Coil tar/bitumen removal
Replies: 9
Views: 484

Re: Coil tar/bitumen removal

I think trying to chip it out will break something. What is the melting point of the tar? Since it was poured in at one time without damaging the components, you should be able to melt it out using the same degree of heat. Set your oven for the minimum melting temperature of the tar, set the box on ...
by jiminbartow
Wed Mar 20, 2024 9:46 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What can I use for the sealer for the 27 sediment bowl
Replies: 16
Views: 635

Re: What can I use for the sealer for the 27 sediment bowl

Mark. I read all the information the Permatex link and cannot see where it is specifically for gasoline. Are you sure it will stand up to gasoline? Knowing me, I probably missed something LOL. Respectfully submitted, Jim Patrick

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by jiminbartow
Mon Mar 18, 2024 8:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What can I use for the sealer for the 27 sediment bowl
Replies: 16
Views: 635

Re: What can I use for the sealer for the 27 sediment bowl

Are you installing an original cast iron Ford script sediment bulb/valve? Yellow Teflon tape is what you use for gasoline fittings as long as the threads are sharp and not damaged or pitted, otherwise, use the pipe dope. Just be sure it will stand up to gasoline. For a sure seal, feel free to use bo...
by jiminbartow
Fri Mar 15, 2024 8:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Is a 1911 Built With Many NonOriginal Parts Worthy of Being Here?
Replies: 88
Views: 3147

Re: Is a 1911 Built With Many NonOriginal Parts Worthy of being Here?

If it looks like a T, sounds like a T, smells like a T, drives like a T and makes people smile when it passes, like a T, then it is a T. Don’t be discouraged by the jealous jerk that trash talked your T. He has no idea what he is talking about and should be drummed out of the brotherhood of T lovers...
by jiminbartow
Wed Mar 13, 2024 10:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What to use for packing an air pump
Replies: 9
Views: 622

Re: What to use for packing an air pump

If you go to Snyder’s and do a search for pumps, they have graphite packing. They also have rebuild kits for tire pumps.

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by jiminbartow
Wed Mar 13, 2024 6:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Quick Poly?
Replies: 7
Views: 518

Re: Quick Poly?

Www.Abatron.com. I agree with everyone here but you have to be the judge. “LiquidWood” 2 part epoxy is the equivalent of Kwik Poly. Mix the 2 parts and paint it on with a paint brush until the wood will take no more. It will cure to a very hard material deep in the wood. I have been using it on rott...
by jiminbartow
Mon Mar 11, 2024 7:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 26 4dor dome light
Replies: 8
Views: 359

Re: 26 4dor dome light

I have an original mint condition starburst dome light glass and nickel plated bezel like the one shown. They are almost impossible to find.
by jiminbartow
Thu Mar 07, 2024 12:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Bing! Bang! Boom!
Replies: 16
Views: 1066

Re: Bing! Bang! Boom!

I see no seat belts. I hope the polo drivers strap themselves in, somehow.
by jiminbartow
Tue Mar 05, 2024 12:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Anyone remember building one of these as a boy?
Replies: 39
Views: 5233

Re: Anyone remember building one of these as a boy?

You can get old glue off by gently scrapping it off with a razor blade then wet sanding with 600 grit paper, then compounding the area as well as the entire body with Meguiar’s rubbing compound. You’ll be able to see your reflection in it. Only takes a tiny bit. Jim Patrick
by jiminbartow
Tue Mar 05, 2024 8:56 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Anyone remember building one of these as a boy?
Replies: 39
Views: 5233

Re: Anyone remember building one of these as a boy?

The heat of an attic can play havoc on the plastic, colors and glue of 60 year old models. I hope all the parts are there and you can finally finish it, or, if it was ever finished, re-finish it. Good luck. Jim Patrick
by jiminbartow
Fri Mar 01, 2024 1:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Need help re broken piece
Replies: 18
Views: 1108

Re: Need help re broken piece

Can you put it back together tight, glued with epoxy and the pieces clamped in place, then v out the cracks on the inside as deep as possible without compromising the repair then take it to a machine shop that has experienced welders to fill the V’d out cracks, then machine the weld smooth. Once the...
by jiminbartow
Fri Mar 01, 2024 1:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Need help re broken piece
Replies: 18
Views: 1108

Re: Need help re broken piece

#&@%X!!! More like shattered! I wish I knew how to help or what to say. Good luck.
by jiminbartow
Fri Mar 01, 2024 9:59 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 27 driving chassis, an I being cheap offering $1500?
Replies: 24
Views: 1067

Re: 27 driving chassis, an I being cheap offering $1500?

Remember that every part on that chassis (except the tires, which by the way, look great) is an original 98 year old factory made part and will never be made by Ford again and becoming rarer by the day. Model T folks are notorious for undervaluing what they have. We don’t seem to consider the thousa...
by jiminbartow
Thu Feb 29, 2024 11:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 27 driving chassis, an I being cheap offering $1500?
Replies: 24
Views: 1067

Re: 27 driving chassis, an I being cheap offering $1500?

If I owned that, I would take no less than $2,500.00 for it. If disassembled and sold part by part, I would get more. Jim Patrick.
by jiminbartow
Thu Feb 29, 2024 12:19 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Welding Cast iron.
Replies: 12
Views: 935

Re: Welding Cast iron.

About 20 years ago, I had an old timer repair an Edison Standard cylinder phonograph bedplate that had been dropped and broke in two pieces. Before he started welding, he prepared a tray of sand, saturated with oil. When he was done welding the repair, he immediately hurried and covered the bed plat...
by jiminbartow
Wed Feb 28, 2024 12:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Welding Cast iron.
Replies: 12
Views: 935

Welding Cast iron.

Why is it so hard to weld two broken pieces of cast iron together?
by jiminbartow
Tue Feb 27, 2024 11:01 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Front spring mount and cross member
Replies: 20
Views: 1136

Re: Front spring mount and cross member

Tight, tight, tight. The only movement should be of the spring leaves moving up and down only. Never, ever, side to side, or front to back. Jim Patrick
by jiminbartow
Sun Feb 25, 2024 2:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Steve Jelf is home safe and sound
Replies: 53
Views: 4946

Re: Steve Jelf is home safe and sound

Welcome home. I’m looking forward to seeing a full documentation of the repair, restoration and revival of that Model T from beginning to end on the Forum, if that is the route you choose to go. That would be very interesting and inspirational. We got Steve mended and back in service…now we gotta hi...
by jiminbartow
Sun Feb 25, 2024 12:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Thoughts on paint for wood body frame please
Replies: 5
Views: 461

Re: Thoughts on paint for wood body frame please

Ford did not give much thought to the fact that Model T’s would, for the most part, be kept outside before garages came along with the body wood being exposed to the elements. Today, the results are, most original wood must be replaced. A lot of our generation was fortunate enough to be taught worki...
by jiminbartow
Fri Feb 23, 2024 4:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Thoughts on paint for wood body frame please
Replies: 5
Views: 461

Re: Thoughts on paint for wood body frame please

I would use a good oil based primer. With a good oil based black enamel over it. The primer penetrates deep into the wood, providing a good base for the finish coat to adhere to. I painted my house 30 years ago, primed with Sherwin Williams exterior primer and it is still protecting the house. Jim P...
by jiminbartow
Thu Feb 22, 2024 10:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Polishing up spray painted T?
Replies: 14
Views: 841

Re: Polishing up spray painted T?

That does look a lot like lacquer was painted on top of enamel, creating those cracks. Everything I suggested I still stand behind. Sand the finish to smooth the surface, mask off and paint with Gloss Black Appliance Epoxy. The difference will be stunning.
by jiminbartow
Thu Feb 22, 2024 12:44 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: You tell me
Replies: 63
Views: 5126

Re: You tell me

Beautiful woodwork. Poplar?
by jiminbartow
Wed Feb 21, 2024 12:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 26/27 Ignition Switch
Replies: 9
Views: 680

Re: 26/27 Ignition Switch

It is always best to do everything you can to preserve the original parts, as modern reproductions are never as good as the original. Have you tried to repair the original tumbler cylinder with a 2 part epoxy putty. I prefer “Aluminum Devcon”. from McMaster Carr. I get the 3 lb. box 2 part putty. Mi...
by jiminbartow
Wed Feb 21, 2024 9:36 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Polishing up spray painted T?
Replies: 14
Views: 841

Re: Polishing up spray painted T?

Steven, Austin said there were “a lot of cracks in the paint”, as well as scratches. For it to look decent and even professional, it would be best to wet sand those cracks and scratches out as much as possible and fill any left over remnants with a good coat of fresh paint then, when totally dry, we...
by jiminbartow
Tue Feb 20, 2024 11:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Polishing up spray painted T?
Replies: 14
Views: 841

Re: Polishing up spray painted T?

Yes. You can make such a paint job as nice as a professionally painted car. If you mask off all the glass, handles, radiator shell, and anywhere you don’t want to paint then get six or eight cans of Rustoleum Gloss black appliance Epoxy (from Home Depot). Wet sand the car to remove all old oxidation...
by jiminbartow
Mon Feb 19, 2024 7:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Installing metal panels best practices
Replies: 24
Views: 1291

Re: Installing metal panels best practices

You’ll love ‘em.
by jiminbartow
Mon Feb 19, 2024 12:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 26-27 rear brakes
Replies: 10
Views: 530

Re: 26-27 rear brakes

Is the spring, 2570C, installed? It holds the two halves tight against the cam, away from the drum. Jim Patrick PS. Although my coupe was built in March, 1926, The brakes are like the 1927 drawing. With the 4 retainer clips that hold the brake lining against the plate. My clips were worn off and I h...
by jiminbartow
Sun Feb 18, 2024 11:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Installing metal panels best practices
Replies: 24
Views: 1291

Re: Installing metal panels best practices

Les. Try www.temu.com. That is the name that came up with the image. $8.48. Amazon also has them under nail holder. If you want to find more, go online and search nail holder. They are very handy. Jim Patrick
by jiminbartow
Sun Feb 18, 2024 9:00 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 26 coupe original sun visor question
Replies: 8
Views: 551

Re: 26 coupe original sun visor question

I bought my all original (except for the red paint), never restored 1926 Fordor in 2004 that I sold in 2022, but I still have a lot of pictures. It had the original factory installed roof and sunvisor, although the sunvisor was missing those brackets under each edge. I attribute it to the factory wo...
by jiminbartow
Sun Feb 18, 2024 12:09 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Installing metal panels best practices
Replies: 24
Views: 1291

Re: Installing metal panels best practices

Here is another very useful tool you might want to consider. I have one of these and it is very useful for holding small, short nails and starting the nail straight while protecting the fingers. Jim Patrick.

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by jiminbartow
Sat Feb 17, 2024 9:44 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Honest opinions please
Replies: 8
Views: 989

Re: Honest opinions please

If you would revise your title to include the name of your Model T website, it would make it easier for members to find this thread in the future and, subsequently, the website address, in case they forgot it and need to find it. I have not visited it yet, but the pictures in your thread look very i...
by jiminbartow
Sat Feb 17, 2024 9:32 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Installing metal panels best practices
Replies: 24
Views: 1291

Re: Installing metal panels best practices

I said in my response to center the nails in each slat. I believe the nails at the edge of the sheet steel or at a cutout should be close to the edge of the slat. As someone stated earlier, you should pre-drill partway with a bit smaller than the nail shank. If the nail is 3/4”, drill 3/8” deep. If ...
by jiminbartow
Sat Feb 17, 2024 12:28 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Installing metal panels best practices
Replies: 24
Views: 1291

Re: Installing metal panels best practices

Is there any way to use one piece of sheet metal per side instead of several smaller overlapping pieces? It seems like there will be less chance of buckling or warpage if only one piece is used to span the large gaps between the slats. When nailing thin sheet metal sheets, to ensure they are flat, f...
by jiminbartow
Thu Feb 15, 2024 9:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Profit on each Model T
Replies: 8
Views: 849

Profit on each Model T

As you know, at one point, some Model T’s sold for less than $300.00 apiece. Bottom line…with labor and materials, how much did it cost to make a Model T and how much profit was made on each one? I know it would vary per style and year of manufacture so what would be the average. With such a low sel...
by jiminbartow
Thu Feb 15, 2024 8:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Tire flaps . . . canvas vs. rubber?
Replies: 17
Views: 744

Re: Tire flaps . . . canvas vs. rubber?

Rubber is the best choice for the purpose and on split rims, is crucial. On rusted, pitted split rims, is even more so. Jim Patrick
by jiminbartow
Thu Feb 15, 2024 9:51 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Reamer lubricant, water- or oil-based?
Replies: 13
Views: 921

Re: Reamer lubricant, water- or oil-based?

Water soluble oil. Oil that mixes with water. Designed for providing lubricant and cooling properties to machine work that would overheat without it. Makes the lubricating oil thinner and allows it to go farther making the job more economical. Just one example. There are all types of brands. IMG_853...
by jiminbartow
Wed Feb 14, 2024 11:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Model T Haven in Florida phone number?
Replies: 3
Views: 455

Re: Model T Haven in Florida phone number?

You can do a search for: “Model T Haven, Florida” for the phone number and address to appear. The website has been deactivated. Jim Patrick
by jiminbartow
Wed Feb 14, 2024 9:18 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Steve Jelf. How are you?
Replies: 6
Views: 1047

Steve Jelf. How are you?

Hi Steve. It sure is nice to have you back. Wasn’t the same without you. You had us all scared for quite awhile. How are you. You had visitors from the forum that kept us posted as to your condition in the hospital, but we haven’t heard from you (unless I missed it) on your health and what you went ...
by jiminbartow
Tue Feb 13, 2024 8:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Model T era gas station safety
Replies: 19
Views: 992

Re: Model T era gas station safety

The lowest I ever remember seeing gas go is 29.99 cents/gal. That would have been in about 1960, when I got old enough to notice such things. In 1960 I would have been 6. Jim Patrick
by jiminbartow
Tue Feb 13, 2024 5:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Reamer lubricant, water- or oil-based?
Replies: 13
Views: 921

Re: Reamer lubricant, water- or oil-based?

Our machinist used water soluble oil. Oil that would mix with water. It would circulate through the machine and pass through a strainer. It went much farther and was just as good as regular lubricating oil.
by jiminbartow
Mon Feb 12, 2024 6:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1926-‘27 Western Auto Catalog.
Replies: 9
Views: 626

Re: 1926-‘27 Western Auto Catalog.

Pages 10 to 19.

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by jiminbartow
Mon Feb 12, 2024 6:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1926-‘27 Western Auto Catalog.
Replies: 9
Views: 626

Re: 1926-‘27 Western Auto Catalog.

Pages 1 to 9

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Anyone who wants a closer picture, I think I can edit and post a single page which you might be able to read the copy. Let me know what page you are interested in or the subject of the page.
by jiminbartow
Mon Feb 12, 2024 1:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Paint Job?
Replies: 1
Views: 407

Re: Paint Job?

Have you considered learning to paint and do it yourself? Painting is not as daunting as you imagine and it is actually fun once you get the hang of it…plus, it will save you a lot of money while giving you the pride of doing it yourself. Anyway, you can find many painters in California that will pa...
by jiminbartow
Mon Feb 12, 2024 1:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Installing 27 muffler
Replies: 17
Views: 798

Re: Installing 27 muffler

Instead of drilling a hole, can you use a small C-clamp to secure the muffler bracket on the one unsupported end?
by jiminbartow
Mon Feb 12, 2024 10:12 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1926-‘27 Western Auto Catalog.
Replies: 9
Views: 626

1926-‘27 Western Auto Catalog.

Well, I got my 1926-‘27 Western Auto Supply Catalog. It has some amazing items crammed into its’128 pages at some incredibly low prices (low for today). Rather than posting random pages in trying to anticipate what you’d like to see, I am taking requests on items you’d like me to look up and post pi...
by jiminbartow
Sat Feb 10, 2024 10:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Explain this ?
Replies: 28
Views: 1984

Re: Explain this ?

Rivet failure. Where is the right axle shaft? Looks like it may have been pulled into the hollow tube when the right wheel and brake drum pulled loose from the differential housing. Looks like a fairly easy repair.
by jiminbartow
Sat Feb 10, 2024 12:19 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Water Jacket Crack Advice
Replies: 20
Views: 1195

Re: Water Jacket Crack Advice

If you get a cup of water and dampen your finger and after applying the epoxy putty, whether JB Weld or Steel Devcon, if you gently tap down and smooth the epoxy putty with your dampened finger, you can make the repair glass smooth, which will eliminate the need for sanding. Jim Patrick
by jiminbartow
Fri Feb 09, 2024 7:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Open trailering poll
Replies: 25
Views: 1057

Re: Open trailering poll

In 2001, I hauled my 1926 coupe on an open U-Haul trailer 1,400 miles from York, Maine to Bartow, Florida with absolutely no problems. I pulled it onto the trailer using a 12v battery operated winch and hauled it behind my F-150 Ford truck and at times, I forgot I was even hauling anything. I highly...
by jiminbartow
Fri Feb 09, 2024 12:17 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Hickory Floorboard
Replies: 14
Views: 1060

Re: Hickory Floorboard

Outstanding work! I’m impressed! If you have a compressor and spray gun, a few coats of Minwax satin Pecan Polyshades will give you a beautiful, warm finish. Polyshades is polyurethane with oil based stain mixed in. You can brush it on, but spraying gives you a more uniform finish because it sets up...
by jiminbartow
Wed Feb 07, 2024 7:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: '26 Coupe Trunklid fitment issues
Replies: 7
Views: 355

Re: '26 Coupe Trunklid fitment issues

I hope it works. I see no reason why it shouldn’t. Just be careful it doesn’t suddenly buckle. Post pictures of the process if you are able. I’d like to see it. Jim Patrick
by jiminbartow
Wed Feb 07, 2024 5:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: '26 Coupe Trunklid fitment issues
Replies: 7
Views: 355

Re: '26 Coupe Trunklid fitment issues

I would build a rectangular frame out of 4” x 4” beams wide enough for the lid to slide in and maybe 20” tall. It should have horizontal feet that will allow it to stand upright. It should be tall enough for a bottle jack, a straight board the width of the trunk and a couple of blocks under each cor...
by jiminbartow
Wed Feb 07, 2024 4:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Ford building lost
Replies: 25
Views: 2863

Re: Ford building lost

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by jiminbartow
Wed Feb 07, 2024 4:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Ford building lost
Replies: 25
Views: 2863

Re: Ford building lost

Here are a few pictures of construction in 1913-14.

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by jiminbartow
Wed Feb 07, 2024 12:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Ford building lost
Replies: 25
Views: 2863

Re: Ford building lost

That is like destroying pictures, documents and memorabilia of deceased family members that tell the story of one’s family. Ford should have bought the building and moved it to Greenfield Village since it was such a big part of the Ford story. They could have recreated how it looked and how the asse...
by jiminbartow
Mon Feb 05, 2024 10:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Part I D
Replies: 10
Views: 699

Re: Part I D

Over time, the pan ears can get weak, causing the engine to sag. This was designed to relieve the pan ears of much of the weight it supports that will prevent the ears from weakening or breaking. Jim Patrick

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by jiminbartow
Mon Feb 05, 2024 7:12 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: The Right Stuff
Replies: 17
Views: 1356

Re: The Right Stuff

Thanks Steve. Welcome back. I hope you’re feeling back to pre-accident levels. Jim Patrick
by jiminbartow
Mon Feb 05, 2024 8:58 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Hickory Floorboard
Replies: 14
Views: 1060

Re: Hickory Floorboard

I can’t find my camera but I found several pictures online of the 1926/‘27 floorboard hold downs. There is one on each side at the edge of the floorboard that, when turned, one edge goes over the edge of the floorboard and holds it down and keeps it from coming up from the wind blowing underneath. J...
by jiminbartow
Mon Feb 05, 2024 12:52 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Hickory Floorboard
Replies: 14
Views: 1060

Re: Hickory Floorboard

I could be mistaken and anybody correct me if I’m wrong, but, I believe 3/4” is slightly too thick for the clamps on each side to hold the floor down. I made my floor a long time ago for my 1926 coupe and I seem to recall that I had to plane down the edges so the clamps would twist over the flooring...
by jiminbartow
Sun Feb 04, 2024 11:55 am
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: The Right Stuff
Replies: 17
Views: 1356

Re: The Right Stuff

43 hour after application at 5:00pm on Feb 2, the outer layer is quite a bit firmer and thicker and the interior not quite so squishy. I think it will totally cure eventually but it’s going to take a few days. Probably at least a week. Jim Patrick
by jiminbartow
Sat Feb 03, 2024 11:55 am
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: The Right Stuff
Replies: 17
Views: 1356

Re: The Right Stuff

I agree a 2 part epoxy like JB Weld would cure from the inside out, but, if for some reason, I am unable to salvage the faucet and need to install a new faucet, JB Weld would be almost impossible to remove. I checked my mound of the Right Stuff at noon today, after applying 19hrs. ago and the outsid...
by jiminbartow
Sat Feb 03, 2024 12:18 am
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: The Right Stuff
Replies: 17
Views: 1356

Re: The Right Stuff

Exactly, Gene. The clamps, fittings and hose ends are fully encased in the Right Stuff. What you said is encouraging. When I went out to take the pictures at about 11:00pm, the mound of the Right Stuff I packed around the bundle of hoses, was very firm. I applied it around 5:00pm this afternoon so i...
by jiminbartow
Fri Feb 02, 2024 11:10 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: The Right Stuff
Replies: 17
Views: 1356

Re: The Right Stuff

My wife has become attached to an obsolete kitchen faucet that is no longer made and I am trying to salvage it for her to use another 20 years. The three hoses have deteriorated and started leaking, so I made new hoses using new reinforced hoses with the old fittings held on by screw clamps. It took...
by jiminbartow
Fri Feb 02, 2024 10:11 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: The Right Stuff
Replies: 17
Views: 1356

Re: The Right Stuff

LOL! Believe it or not Allan, You’re closer than you think. It does have something to do with the same project. Jim Patrick
by jiminbartow
Fri Feb 02, 2024 5:46 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: The Right Stuff
Replies: 17
Views: 1356

The Right Stuff

I am intending to seal a hole with “The Right Stuff”. If you were to form an amount of “the Right Stuff” into a golf ball sized ball in one application, how long would it take the core to completely cure? Is it possible that it wouldn’t completely cure because the core would be protected from the ai...
by jiminbartow
Thu Feb 01, 2024 11:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Edison Spark Plugs.
Replies: 10
Views: 776

Edison Spark Plugs.

I know the Edison #14 spark plug fits the Model T. Are there any other numbers that will fit the Model T? Jim Patrick
by jiminbartow
Tue Jan 30, 2024 8:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Varnish Transfer Decals
Replies: 18
Views: 1026

Re: Varnish Transfer Decals

When I was restoring a Reginaphone music box, the lid required a varnish transfer decal. I messed up two before using the third to make a stencil that I used to paint on the design. I found varnish transfer decals to be very difficult (at least, for me) and I would rather paint the design on using a...
by jiminbartow
Sun Jan 28, 2024 9:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 6 Volt Battery Size
Replies: 34
Views: 1347

Re: 6 Volt Battery Size

If there is a battery like that, “Auto Zone” would have it. They specialize in all types and sizes of batteries. I found a 6 volt battery with the terminals on the correct positions (negative on the near right and positive on the far left) at “Auto Zone” that fits perfectly in the metal Ford Script ...
by jiminbartow
Sun Jan 28, 2024 7:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Vaporizer Linkage
Replies: 12
Views: 442

Re: Vaporizer Linkage

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by jiminbartow
Sun Jan 28, 2024 12:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Anyone remember building one of these as a boy?
Replies: 39
Views: 5233

Re: Anyone remember building one of these as a boy?

The original price of the old models from the 60’s can be found on the ends of the box. Price was usually around $1.49. An afternoon of mowing and yard work usually provided me with enough to afford one. Now, some of them go for over $100.00 depending on their condition and rarity. The original 1966...
by jiminbartow
Sun Jan 28, 2024 12:27 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Can we bypass aux. water pump?
Replies: 9
Views: 525

Re: Can we bypass aux. water pump?

The answer to his question is yes. Remove the water pump and install the original metal pipe from the bottom of the radiator to the water inlet and install the old fan belt to see what it does. If your radiator is good, it will cool the engine through the thermo-siphon system without a water pump. T...
by jiminbartow
Sat Jan 27, 2024 5:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Anyone remember building one of these as a boy?
Replies: 39
Views: 5233

Re: Anyone remember building one of these as a boy?

Nice collection Frank. Like you, I had boxes and boxes of left over model parts, but my Mom threw them out along with my baseball cards, comic books and old toys when I was off in the Marines defending the world. I’d sure like to have the things she tossed. Jim Patrick
by jiminbartow
Fri Jan 26, 2024 3:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Making strong flexible braided hoses
Replies: 5
Views: 468

Making strong flexible braided hoses

What is the best and strongest way to secure a fitting to both ends of a length of stainless steel braided hose that will be used for water and/or oil. Can you recommend the necessary parts (ferrules or clamps) and tools to accomplish this? Please be as economical as possible. Thank you. Jim Patrick...
by jiminbartow
Wed Jan 24, 2024 9:55 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Newbie seeking for advice, buying my first model T
Replies: 50
Views: 1735

Re: Newbie seeking for advice, buying my first model T

Many of us, including me, are also interested in old crank wind, outside horn Victor and Edison phonographs, Polyphon disc Music boxes, and antique clocks. Maybe it is because they are all wound by cranks and keys or remind us of a less complicated era in America. Model T’s were manufactured for a l...
by jiminbartow
Mon Jan 22, 2024 5:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Old Photo - Fleet of Ford Model T cabs lined up for inspection at a garage under the Brooklyn bridge 1922.
Replies: 7
Views: 768

Re: Old Photo - Fleet of Ford Model T cabs lined up for inspection at a garage under the Brooklyn bridge 1922.

With room enough for just one passenger, I don’t think they are cabs, but they do appear to be some sort of fleet for parcel or dispatch drivers. I would wager the license plates are very similar. I see the first one ends in 404, the next one, 407 and the rest are probably 40 something. A great phot...
by jiminbartow
Mon Jan 22, 2024 4:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Am I seeing things?
Replies: 5
Views: 812

Re: Am I seeing things?

If a poster posted a thread, then changed his mind and decided to delete it, he can completely delete it (make it disappear) as long as there were no response to it. If there were responses, the only way he can delete it is to revise it to read something like. “This thread has been deleted”, but he ...
by jiminbartow
Mon Jan 22, 2024 9:33 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Demountable rims. Paint? Leave bare?
Replies: 13
Views: 586

Re: Demountable rims. Paint? Leave bare?

Ernest Hemingway (1899-1961) was an ambulance driver during the Great War. He saw a lot of horrendous things and it affected his writing and his psych for the rest of his life. May have led to his suicide in 1961. Jim Patrick

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by jiminbartow
Mon Jan 22, 2024 12:43 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Thickness of body steel
Replies: 2
Views: 292

Re: Thickness of body steel

I read where the fenders are 18 gauge. You can be sure by using calipers to determine the exact thickness and, using a conversion chart, determine the gauge. The lower the gauge number the thicker the steel. Jim Patrick

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by jiminbartow
Sun Jan 21, 2024 5:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Demountable rims need latch repair
Replies: 9
Views: 358

Re: Demountable rims need latch repair

About halfway down in the following thread, I devised a method for repairing several split rim latches that broke while I was mounting new tire on my rims. The bolts holding the latches had rusted in place and when I tried to unlock the latch the rusted bolts broke off. It was and is very a successf...
by jiminbartow
Sun Jan 21, 2024 3:42 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: Changing gears
Replies: 31
Views: 2382

Re: Over 20 years,,, Theft of my life's dream.

Whoa! Where did THAT come from? This is the first have heard of your problem yet, I feel the confrontational, accusatory, pissed off way you’re approaching every member here about this is to blame all of us, as a body, for not caring. That is not the way to ask for help and will not endear us to you...
by jiminbartow
Sun Jan 21, 2024 10:37 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: restoring old wheels that look good
Replies: 12
Views: 727

Re: restoring old wheels that look good

If the wood is solid, just prime with a good exterior oil based primer such is sold by Sherwin Williams and paint with a good exterior enamel in the color of your choice, however, if the wood is soft, or dry rotted, there is no saving them, for wheels are load bearing and must be solid and as strong...
by jiminbartow
Fri Jan 19, 2024 3:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Demountable rims. Paint? Leave bare?
Replies: 13
Views: 586

Re: Demountable rims. Paint? Leave bare?

Excellent research, Frank! From your pictures, it looks as if the spokes and rims are the same color as the body. Very helpful. I guess the only decision is whether to paint it flat battleship gray or WWI flat olive drab. I like the olive drab that is the same color as the WWI Uniform tunic. That se...
by jiminbartow
Fri Jan 19, 2024 10:16 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Demountable rims. Paint? Leave bare?
Replies: 13
Views: 586

Re: Demountable rims. Paint? Leave bare?

Most people paint steel demountable rims silver or galvanize or zinc plate them, however, for realism, in wartime, they would not have wanted anything bright or reflective on the battlefield that would have drawn attention or fire, so they would have most likely been painted a flat olive drab or fla...
by jiminbartow
Fri Jan 19, 2024 10:07 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Pan Straightening Jig for sale on Facebook Marketplace in Ohio
Replies: 17
Views: 1029

Re: Pan Straightening Jig for sale on Facebook Marketplace in Ohio

Jeez! Deal of the year! I hope one of us snaps that up quick and puts it to the proper use. There are not enough pan straightening services out there. This seller must not know what he has! Looks like he is using it as a work bench. Jim Patrick
by jiminbartow
Fri Jan 19, 2024 10:01 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Car shipping
Replies: 10
Views: 973

Re: Car shipping

From the photo, the trailer looks to have a low ceiling. Can he haul all Model T body styles or are there some that are too tall? Just curious. Jim Patrick
by jiminbartow
Thu Jan 18, 2024 11:46 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Love triangle ?
Replies: 18
Views: 1054

Re: Love triangle ?

Ahhh! The Good ol’ days. It may have been his last drive before shipping out for Europe to fight in the Great War, which the US entered in 1917. My Grandma, who was born in 1900 and was about the same age as the girl in the picture, lost a boyfriend to the war. Jim Patrick
by jiminbartow
Thu Jan 18, 2024 11:23 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Removing later paint layers?
Replies: 10
Views: 660

Re: Removing later paint layers?

20 years ago,I bought a container of “3M Safest stripper” to strip some parts of paint. It worked incredibly slow, but did eventually, after several days, make a dent in the paint, so I swore I’d never used it again, but, since you need to go very slow, it may be just what you need to remove one lay...
by jiminbartow
Wed Jan 17, 2024 5:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Love triangle ?
Replies: 18
Views: 1054

Re: Love triangle ?

Her Mother probably took the photo. Back then proper young ladies needed a chaperone and it was usually the young lady’s mother. Jim Patrick
by jiminbartow
Wed Jan 17, 2024 5:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Love triangle ?
Replies: 18
Views: 1054

Re: Love triangle ?

I don’t know if this term had anything to do with Model T’s, but my Dad said that when a couple was going out parking, they called it “sparking” as in, “Wanna go sparking?”. Jim Patrick
by jiminbartow
Tue Jan 16, 2024 11:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Dashboard Pocket Watch Holder
Replies: 16
Views: 1078

Re: Dashboard Pocket Watch Holder

Here is a Westclox nickel plated auto clock I have had for years. This one has a white face. I have one just like it in my 1926 Coupe, only the face is black with glow in the dark painted radium hands and numbers. The long stem underneath clears the bottom of the dash making it very easy to wind and...
by jiminbartow
Tue Jan 16, 2024 11:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: When is there too much rust?
Replies: 16
Views: 976

Re: When is there too much rust?

Looks great. Congratulations! Jim Patrick
by jiminbartow
Tue Jan 16, 2024 11:06 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Oil Pan Straightening Service
Replies: 13
Views: 3709

Re: Oil Pan Straightening Service

6 hours is not far. Load up the car and take a road trip. Make a day of it and enjoy the sights along the way. Sometimes it is good to get away from home for a day and meet new people, see his shop and how the job is done. You might even have fun…
by jiminbartow
Tue Jan 16, 2024 11:02 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Are these T engine pans?
Replies: 7
Views: 614

Re: Are these T engine pans?

I don’t think so. Model T engine pans were flat. Jim Patrick