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by DJPeterson
Thu Jun 08, 2023 10:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What have you done to your Model T in June?
Replies: 51
Views: 4561

Re: What have you done to your Model T in June?

Changed out a cracked wire wheel on the 26 Canadian Foredoor, maintenance on tail light and blinkers. After a good cleaning, now ready to load up and head out to Manhattan Kansas for our first national tour in 6 years!
by DJPeterson
Thu Mar 02, 2023 12:23 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: 1912 Engine
Replies: 4
Views: 958

Re: 1912 Engine

Sold pending payment.
by DJPeterson
Thu Mar 02, 2023 10:11 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: 1912 Engine
Replies: 4
Views: 958

Re: 1912 Engine

Price is $3,000 including all parts noted.
by DJPeterson
Wed Mar 01, 2023 7:54 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: 1912 Engine
Replies: 4
Views: 958

1912 Engine

Late 1912 engine, #1404XX. Sleeved to standard, valve seats installed, XX crank fitted. Includes pistons, rods, correct front plate. Freeze crack in water jacket professionally lock stitch repaired. Can bring to National Tour in June. Located near Seattle.
by DJPeterson
Mon Dec 19, 2022 8:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 26 Fordor cowl vent
Replies: 6
Views: 885

Re: 26 Fordor cowl vent

The referenced door and parts labeled 26/27 Foredor look like my Canadian 26 Foredor, including the curvature of the top as apposed to the referenced 23-25 lid that looks more flat.
by DJPeterson
Sun Jun 12, 2022 7:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What Model T or Model T Accessory Do You Regret Not Buying?
Replies: 27
Views: 3774

Re: What Model T or Model T Accessory Do You Regret Not Buying?

An unrestored but complete 25 roadster snowmobile for $5000 in about 1992.
by DJPeterson
Tue Jun 07, 2022 10:04 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 12v winch recommendations wanted
Replies: 9
Views: 1346

Re: 12v winch recommendations wanted

I use a Harbor Freight winch, intended for ATV's, plenty of power to load your beauty.
by DJPeterson
Tue Jun 07, 2022 9:59 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Driving 101
Replies: 30
Views: 2486

Re: Driving 101

The radiator cap should never shoot 4' in the air. It is a non pressurized system and there is an open overflow pipe preventing this. Besides, the cap is threaded into place. Is your overflow pipe kinked, plugged or do you have an aftermarket hot rod radiator?
by DJPeterson
Sat Apr 23, 2022 6:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Wires melted and now won’t start
Replies: 87
Views: 6199

Re: Wires melted and now won’t start

Not done diagnosing yet, what caused the short that burned up the wire? That was the end result of another problem.
by DJPeterson
Sat Apr 23, 2022 5:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What parts of a 1926-27 T are marked Canadian?
Replies: 7
Views: 1352

Re: What parts of a 1926-27 T are marked Canadian?

Radiator shell
Head
Block
Running boards
Door hinges on my 26 Fordor are stamped "Stanley made in Canada"
+
by DJPeterson
Thu Jan 20, 2022 6:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Rings unavailable
Replies: 15
Views: 2513

Re: Rings unavailable

Success, finally able to get the rings from Snyder's! :D
by DJPeterson
Wed Jan 19, 2022 1:10 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: WHAT HAVE YOU DONE WITH YOUR T IN JANURARY ?
Replies: 74
Views: 9126

Re: WHAT HAVE YOU DONE WITH YOUR T IN JANURARY ?

Re-installed the pumpkin after lapping the valves and applying a coat of Easy Lube. Tomorrow will see if the gas drip is fixed.
by DJPeterson
Wed Jan 19, 2022 1:01 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Rings unavailable
Replies: 15
Views: 2513

Rings unavailable

Ready to put the engine back together on the 15 Touring. Had to be bored to 20 over. Pulled out the new rings and found out they were std, not 20. This is for domed HC pistons, and when I contacted Lang's and Snyders, found out they are on back order. Now what to do? Any one have a set of 20 over Ha...
by DJPeterson
Fri Jan 14, 2022 8:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Revealed my ignorance on Early Ford Screw Heads
Replies: 22
Views: 2822

Re: Revealed my ignorance on Early Ford Screw Heads

As for Canadian, I restored a 26 Fordor from what I believe to have been an original car. The visible screws on trim, dash, windshield hardware, etc. were all oval head nickel plated Robertson wood screws and machine screws. Other screws were all Robertson flat head screws, not painted unless the as...
by DJPeterson
Sat Dec 25, 2021 9:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Built From Scratch Model T's
Replies: 39
Views: 4737

Re: Built From Scratch Model T's

Not built from parts by me, but by my Uncle LaVar. He restored several Model T's over the years. The last one started with a 25 running gear he put together, then intended to put together a runabout. On mocking up the body he decided midstream he had enough shiny T's and shifted direction mid projec...
by DJPeterson
Mon Sep 20, 2021 10:58 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: OLD PHOTO - Brass Era, She's A Mudder!
Replies: 5
Views: 1397

Re: OLD PHOTO - Brass Era, She's A Mudder!

No visible hinges on front "door" pannel so suspect reversed negative. However, buttons on clothing suggest not?
by DJPeterson
Tue Sep 14, 2021 9:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Ignition Switch
Replies: 13
Views: 2128

Re: Ignition Switch

Be sure to anneal the tabs (heat to red then air cool) after bending strait and prior to bending over again. Just one cycle of straitening then bending over without annealing may be enough to cause it to break off. I learned this the hard way!
by DJPeterson
Thu Jul 29, 2021 8:54 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Advantage Dipstick Installed
Replies: 22
Views: 3295

Re: Advantage Dipstick Installed

That looks like the one offered by Antique Auto Ranch in Spokane. There was a recent post about it.
by DJPeterson
Sat Jul 24, 2021 10:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: OLD PHOTO - OOPS!
Replies: 6
Views: 1896

Re: OLD PHOTO - OOPS!

So much for the driving lesson!
by DJPeterson
Fri Jul 02, 2021 12:52 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1927 Touring, what is this braket on the front of engine
Replies: 4
Views: 1237

Re: 1927 Touring, what is this braket on the front of engine

Or someone added an idler pulley for the fan belt
by DJPeterson
Tue May 18, 2021 12:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Outside Engine Oiler
Replies: 18
Views: 2945

Re: Outside Engine Oiler

The mag post oiler works well and I'd easy to install. You must check it to assure it flows well. In the past some of these had a problem with the fitting going in too far and obstructing flow. The high flow oil line requires the transmission cover to be removed so you can drill out the hole and att...
by DJPeterson
Thu May 13, 2021 9:49 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Kitsap Peninsula Model T Club, Washington
Replies: 13
Views: 2484

Re: Kitsap Peninsula Model T Club, Washington

Bob, would like to meet up with you. Our property is just north of where Clear Creek Rd turns into Pioneer Way, on NW Seahorse Way. Will be there mid June to start building shop and house.
by DJPeterson
Tue May 11, 2021 8:50 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Kitsap Peninsula Model T Club, Washington
Replies: 13
Views: 2484

Re: Kitsap Peninsula Model T Club, Washington

Wow, can you believe it, I will be living just 5 miles north up that road!
by DJPeterson
Tue May 11, 2021 12:21 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Kitsap Peninsula Model T Club, Washington
Replies: 13
Views: 2484

Re: Kitsap Peninsula Model T Club, Washington

What were the scheduled days for the meetings in the past.
by DJPeterson
Sun May 09, 2021 2:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Kitsap Peninsula Model T Club, Washington
Replies: 13
Views: 2484

Kitsap Peninsula Model T Club, Washington

Anyone know if they are meeting, who is the contact person. Moving to Poulsbo next month and would like to get together with other T folks. Not getting any replies from Kathy Ebert. :?

Dale Peterson
by DJPeterson
Fri Feb 19, 2021 10:08 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Cartouche or Classtique upholstery
Replies: 17
Views: 3362

Re: Cartouche or Classtique upholstery

James, yes, by the time that I got the correct part it was mid fall and not warm enough to get a good tight fit on the top, it is still sitting in the shop waiting for sunny warm days for the install.
by DJPeterson
Tue Feb 16, 2021 10:56 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Cartouche or Classtique upholstery
Replies: 17
Views: 3362

Re: Cartouche or Classtique upholstery

Buy Clastique! My last top purchase ended up a Cartuche top from one of the vendors, a 1916 with a roll-up rear curtain for a runabout. The rear curtain was incorrect, wider for the touring instead. By the time Clastique finally responded and dropped the ball a couple of times, summer was over and m...
by DJPeterson
Fri Jan 22, 2021 6:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Wood suppliers
Replies: 11
Views: 2305

Re: Wood suppliers

I used Classic Wood Products for my 26 Fordor and was very pleased, minimal adjustments and excellent fit. Only adjustments needed were to door pillars that were slightly long.
by DJPeterson
Mon Jan 18, 2021 11:55 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Parking a Model T
Replies: 45
Views: 4540

Re: Parking a Model T

No one has mentioned the fuel supply issue. A 20% grade is too much for any of the cars with tank under the seat. Except, it will keep running on the fuel in the carburetor bowl for a bit. If you don't dilly dally on the way in going forward you can make it. Pause on the way up or take too much time...
by DJPeterson
Thu Dec 31, 2020 8:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Happy New Year! What are you planning to do on your Ts this year?
Replies: 15
Views: 2731

Re: Happy (almost) New Year! What are you planning to do on your Ts this year?

Was planning to replace the axles in the Ruckstel due to bad threads. On tear down found one frozen and broken differential pin and wrecked inner differential body and plate. Damage rang up at $403 from Chaffin's but held up by holiday delay in parts machining. Also planned a freshen up of the engin...
by DJPeterson
Fri Dec 25, 2020 9:34 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Driving question
Replies: 42
Views: 4635

Re: Driving question

One of the greatest hurdles to overcome will be to jam the low peddle to the floor in an "emergency." That move locks the tranny into low gear and takes the car through the end of the garage, over the front of the trailer and over curbs faster than you can blink. If you cannot get that foot up, turn...
by DJPeterson
Sat Nov 28, 2020 9:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Enclosed trailer tie downs
Replies: 15
Views: 2881

Re: Enclosed trailer tie downs

I put motorcycle chocks in the front of the trailer and use a winch to pull the front wheels into them then cross tie the rear axle.
by DJPeterson
Mon Sep 07, 2020 8:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: External adjustable bands
Replies: 7
Views: 2069

External adjustable bands

Has any one else had a problem with the externally adjustable pedals? Was driving the 26 Fordor that I had installed these on when I lost braking. Thought that I had lost the band lining at first. Saw a broken transmission drum take one out on a car previously so thought the worst. When the transmis...
by DJPeterson
Mon Sep 07, 2020 5:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: New Top Bows Discussion
Replies: 5
Views: 1624

Re: New Top Bows Discussion

The $99 set is most likely the steam bent solid oak. The$310 are likely the laminated bows. They say the laminated are more stable and less prone to the curve straitening.
by DJPeterson
Thu Jul 09, 2020 1:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Anyone from Northeast Oregon?
Replies: 13
Views: 4790

Re: Anyone from Northeast Oregon?

Denny Kehl lives in Joseph, was a member of the Three Rivers Model T Club in Kennewick before moving up there. Is in a book on custom spurs, now. Look him up un the internet. He has a great collection of auto related stuff and old tools. There are several T owners in Milton-Freewater, Oregon and Wal...
by DJPeterson
Tue Apr 28, 2020 5:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Door Check Straps
Replies: 7
Views: 2935

Re: Door Check Straps

Yes a 17 would have check straps with the footman loops as shown. Material as I recall would be from leftover upholstery scraps.
by DJPeterson
Mon Apr 27, 2020 4:34 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: FS--3-BOLT MUFFLER SHELL
Replies: 2
Views: 1715

Re: FS--3-BOLT MUFFLER SHELL

I would like the muffler shell, give me info and can pay with PayPal
Dale Peterson
218 NE A Street
College Place, WA 99324
dpeters0258@gmail.com
by DJPeterson
Mon Apr 20, 2020 8:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 14-22 T pickup box plans
Replies: 13
Views: 4262

Re: 14-22 T pickup box plans

I had a set of actual period irons for a bed and made one using these with elm wood. A little stain and varathane finish and the result looks very good.
by DJPeterson
Sun Apr 19, 2020 5:30 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: FOR SALE 2-MAN TOURING TOP
Replies: 2
Views: 1948

Re: FOR SALE 2-MAN TOURING TOP

Are these square or round socket?
by DJPeterson
Thu Feb 27, 2020 11:00 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Saw this on Craigs list this am; Stolen 1923 touring Yakima Wa
Replies: 3
Views: 2471

Re: Saw this on Craigs list this am; Stolen 1923 touring Yakima Wa

Actually, the trailer was stolen with the car in it. The trailer was later found with the car missing from it.
by DJPeterson
Tue Feb 18, 2020 1:30 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: For Sale: Top Bow With Irons - $75 Plus Shipping
Replies: 8
Views: 3828

Re: For Sale: Top Bow With Irons - $100/ Reasonable Offer

Interested in the top bow, sent an email.
by DJPeterson
Wed Dec 25, 2019 12:30 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Dubatt's crank
Replies: 12
Views: 5218

Re: Dubatt's crank

No clearance problems with the Scat crank installed in my Canadian 26 Foredoor last year.
by DJPeterson
Tue Nov 19, 2019 9:39 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Sold Tail light license plate bracket
Replies: 2
Views: 1653

Re: Sold Tail light license plate bracket

Is this bracket still available?
by DJPeterson
Tue Oct 08, 2019 11:12 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What have you done to your T in October?
Replies: 77
Views: 23641

Re: What have you done to your T in October?

Went to a local farm stand for a load of apples for applesauce and drying.
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by DJPeterson
Sat Aug 10, 2019 11:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Rear fender to splash shield bracket
Replies: 6
Views: 3128

Re: Rear fender to splash shield bracket

Both of my late 15 model year 16's had them
by DJPeterson
Tue Jul 09, 2019 11:42 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: WTB 1925 Roadster used top
Replies: 0
Views: 1149

WTB 1925 Roadster used top

WTB used 1925 roadster top. Looking for used and weathered top for my "Old Rusty" pickup with wood bed. Can have a repaired tear or hole as long as the material is sturdy. Email Dale at dpeters0258@gmail.com.
by DJPeterson
Tue May 28, 2019 5:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Foto of the Day
Replies: 646
Views: 168650

Re: Foto of the Day

The Three Islands Crossing was previously a farm owned by my Great Grandfather Lee McAnulty. I remember going there to help the uncles clean up the brush there. We would go out to one of the islands for picnics. His son-in-law Jim Steen (statehouse representative from Elmore County) arranged for the...
by DJPeterson
Sun May 26, 2019 11:21 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Event forum for T Events
Replies: 18
Views: 7188

Re: Event forum for T Events

Include contact info or downloadable registration forms.
:P
by DJPeterson
Sun May 05, 2019 2:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: "new" '15 Body
Replies: 7
Views: 3802

Re: "new" '15 Body

The 15/16 runabout I am currently working on also has that screw on trim, leaded over the screw heads. I have a good turtle deck if you have a need.
by DJPeterson
Sat Apr 27, 2019 12:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Maximum hill for '16 Touring
Replies: 8
Views: 4165

Re: Maximum hill for '16 Touring

I have yet to see a hill I cannot pull with my 16 touring and a FULL tank of gas. If less than 1/3 tank and I am limited. The steeper the hill, the more fuel in the tank needed. I regularly pull hills in the 10-12% range, with tank in the 6+ gallon level. Have also backed up a few hills in the same ...
by DJPeterson
Thu Apr 25, 2019 11:38 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1927 Ford Model T with Ruckstell
Replies: 24
Views: 9366

Re: 1927 Ford Model T with Ruckstell

The 27 roadster would have come with electric starter
by DJPeterson
Tue Apr 23, 2019 9:46 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: 1915 1916 Roadster / Coupelet Tail light bracket
Replies: 7
Views: 3919

Re: 1915 1916 Roadster / Coupelet Tail light bracket

I would like the bracket if it is still available. PM sent.
by DJPeterson
Tue Apr 23, 2019 9:43 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: 1919-1923 Electric Tail light
Replies: 7
Views: 4034

Re: 1919-1923 Electric Tail light

I would like the bracket if atill available. PM sent
by DJPeterson
Sat Apr 06, 2019 12:28 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Amazing Cars
Replies: 11
Views: 5480

Re: Amazing Cars

Needed to move cars around in their garage spots today. Turned on the gas, charged the battery on the 15 Touring a little. After moving the 25 RPU, went back to the 15 and turned it over 2 full revolutions with choke. Back to the switch and as soon as I turned it to battery, it free started! Surpris...
by DJPeterson
Tue Mar 19, 2019 12:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Towing a trailor?
Replies: 11
Views: 5322

Re: Towing a trailor?

Remember you only have 20 hp, usually not more than 26 with special cam, carb and high comp. head. That engine and especially your bands will not put up with that kind of abuse very long, not to mention stopping as noted above. Dean Yoder tows a trailer with his T but I would expect it weighs in the...
by DJPeterson
Sun Feb 24, 2019 7:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Model T front fender brackets
Replies: 7
Views: 3638

Re: Model T front fender brackets

The fender brackets as defined above are stamped steel, riveted to the fenders.
by DJPeterson
Tue Jan 22, 2019 8:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Dave Huson
Replies: 6
Views: 3899

Re: Dave Huson

I expect to hear from him in the spring when he is able to show pictures of the first drive over trail summit.