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by ivaldes1
Thu Jun 19, 2025 11:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: PCV Valve picture please.
Replies: 15
Views: 1431

Re: PCV Valve picture please.

I am curious about this because it is said to substantially reduce oil leaks and from what I have read isn't especially difficult to install. I have leaks.
by ivaldes1
Wed Jun 18, 2025 9:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: PCV Valve picture please.
Replies: 15
Views: 1431

PCV Valve picture please.

Hello, I've researched PCV discussions but don't seem to find a picture of a modern PCV Valve addition to a T engine. Please post a picture of an in-situ PCV Valve addition to your T engine. Bonus points for parts list. Thank you!
by ivaldes1
Tue Mar 18, 2025 12:19 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Duncan,Ok. swapmeet
Replies: 36
Views: 11249

Re: Duncan,Ok. swapmeet

How did it go? Any pictures?
by ivaldes1
Mon Mar 17, 2025 11:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Stewart & Clark Mfg Dash Clock Fix?
Replies: 23
Views: 2100

Re: Stewart & Clark Mfg Dash Clock Fix?

I wonder if I can somehow find a brass trim ring that fits this base? It is threaded but probably the trim ring is long gone.
by ivaldes1
Sun Mar 16, 2025 8:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Stewart & Clark Mfg Dash Clock Fix?
Replies: 23
Views: 2100

Re: Stewart & Clark Mfg Dash Clock Fix?

Thanks, I cleaned it and added clock oil. No change, it runs for a little while then stops. Off to a 'real' clock repair shop...
by ivaldes1
Wed Mar 12, 2025 9:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Stewart & Clark Mfg Dash Clock Fix?
Replies: 23
Views: 2100

Re: Stewart & Clark Mfg Dash Clock Fix?

Thank you! I rim wound it clockwise until it wouldn't turn anymore. It runs for about 45 seconds and stops unless I gently shake it then it runs again and stops again. Sometimes it doesn't run at all when I shake it. Does the rim actually turn when it is running getting ready to be wound again?
by ivaldes1
Wed Mar 12, 2025 1:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Stewart & Clark Mfg Dash Clock Fix?
Replies: 23
Views: 2100

Re: Stewart & Clark Mfg Dash Clock Fix?

What or how is "Rim wind"?
by ivaldes1
Tue Mar 11, 2025 10:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Stewart & Clark Mfg Dash Clock Fix?
Replies: 23
Views: 2100

Re: Stewart & Clark Mfg Dash Clock Fix?

Colin, It came off the base after I purchased new strap wrenches. The rubber was too hard on my 30 year old strap wrench. Ironically nothing but friction was holding the clock on. Someone in its past damaged the base by drilling a hole in the mount and apparently trying to punch it out. The penetrat...
by ivaldes1
Mon Mar 10, 2025 10:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Stewart & Clark Mfg Dash Clock Fix?
Replies: 23
Views: 2100

Re: Stewart & Clark Mfg Dash Clock Fix?

The rear mount back has nearly nothing on it. There isn't anything worth mentioning looking into the drilled hole in the back just more case.  The silvery substance at the joint is almost certainly brass polish residue. It is less now since I have been spraying penetrating oil. It was obvious that i...
by ivaldes1
Mon Mar 10, 2025 9:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Stewart & Clark Mfg Dash Clock Fix?
Replies: 23
Views: 2100

Re: Stewart & Clark Mfg Dash Clock Fix?

The big belt is still slipping. Maybe I should get another strap wrench...
by ivaldes1
Mon Mar 10, 2025 4:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Stewart & Clark Mfg Dash Clock Fix?
Replies: 23
Views: 2100

Re: Stewart & Clark Mfg Dash Clock Fix?

I tried actual penetrating oil, and counter rotating but nothing so far. I am bumping it with a rubber hammer. A problem is that my strap wrench and belt slip. I am going to continue to try it once or twice a day until hopefully it moves.
by ivaldes1
Mon Mar 10, 2025 4:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: I'm new. What oil should I use?
Replies: 36
Views: 4598

Re: I'm new. What oil should I use?

Go figure that Olive Oil is actually similar to SAE 10w-30. Butter is about SAE 50.
DHort wrote:
Mon Mar 10, 2025 3:10 am
Since you are knew to Model T I would recommend extra virgin olive oil.
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by ivaldes1
Fri Mar 07, 2025 5:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Stewart & Clark Mfg Dash Clock Fix?
Replies: 23
Views: 2100

Re: Stewart & Clark Mfg Dash Clock Fix?

I put it in a plastic bag in the freezer for 30 minutes then took it out and put a heat gun on the rear mount threaded junction then tried the strap wrench and belt but it won't turn still.
by ivaldes1
Thu Mar 06, 2025 10:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Stewart & Clark Mfg Dash Clock Fix?
Replies: 23
Views: 2100

Stewart & Clark Mfg Dash Clock Fix?

Hello all, good to be back. I was recently gifted this beautiful Stewart & Clark Mfg 1908-1914 "Chelsea" brass dash clock. I want to untwist it from the rear dash mount so that I can wind it and fix it if it is broken. It has so far resisted my efforts. It should unscrew from both the front bezel an...
by ivaldes1
Fri Dec 20, 2024 10:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Perplexing Electrical Problem on my 1922 Touring.
Replies: 72
Views: 19527

Re: Perplexing Electrical Problem on my 1922 Touring.

I think it was 2 problems which made it difficult to figure out. I think the + battery cable was subtly loose at the lead battery cable tie down and probably the switch was bad as well. I am ok with changing out the GM cable because the new Lang ones connections look much more solid. This isn't the ...
by ivaldes1
Fri Dec 20, 2024 9:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Contact info for Dave Huson
Replies: 15
Views: 3881

Re: Contact info for Dave Huson

I am glad he is doing well. He let me pick his collection about 2020 to build my wedding car for my now wife from her Father's Hay wagon as recounted in "Hay wagon to Speedster Project" and The Conclusion of Hay Wagon to Speedster Project https://www.mtfca.com/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=24649 He had...
by ivaldes1
Sat Dec 14, 2024 4:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Perplexing Electrical Problem on my 1922 Touring.
Replies: 72
Views: 19527

Re: Perplexing Electrical Problem on my 1922 Touring.

I have it on and it works. Also the battery cable at the terminal was loose and crackling and looked worn out so I replaced it with a new one. I will attempt to get the old one working again.
by ivaldes1
Sat Dec 14, 2024 2:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Perplexing Electrical Problem on my 1922 Touring.
Replies: 72
Views: 19527

Re: Perplexing Electrical Problem on my 1922 Touring.

Thanks because yes it seems to me that the threaded washer just wasn't right and has been damaging the stud. The steel washer is a red herring. Originally the internal insulator was 1 piece with 2 holes. I have seen them with wings on each end (3 sides around the contact) so that if the terminal got...
by ivaldes1
Sat Dec 14, 2024 2:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Perplexing Electrical Problem on my 1922 Touring.
Replies: 72
Views: 19527

Re: Perplexing Electrical Problem on my 1922 Touring.

My Brother's and Sister's I must confess that I was weak and doubted my abilities at old switch resurrection. The local TSC was too far of a drive. My spirit was not pure enough, so I had a backup plan in the same shipment with the now misplaced washer kit see attached. I haven't given up on the ori...
by ivaldes1
Sat Dec 14, 2024 1:22 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Perplexing Electrical Problem on my 1922 Touring.
Replies: 72
Views: 19527

Re: Perplexing Electrical Problem on my 1922 Touring.

I hammered the threaded washer flat. It is not threading easily, not at all, onto the 3/8 inch stud. The washer looks slightly too tight. The nuts go on smoothly. I don't know how to proceed.
by ivaldes1
Sat Dec 14, 2024 1:04 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Perplexing Electrical Problem on my 1922 Touring.
Replies: 72
Views: 19527

Re: Perplexing Electrical Problem on my 1922 Touring.

I have the shorted stud off of the switch. After taking the nuts off I tried to turn what I think is a threaded washer off but that didn't seem to work so I put a nut on the end and hammered it and it came off with problems. I think that this washer is threaded to the stud and I bent it out of shape...
by ivaldes1
Mon Dec 09, 2024 12:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Perplexing Electrical Problem on my 1922 Touring.
Replies: 72
Views: 19527

Re: Perplexing Electrical Problem on my 1922 Touring.

The switch yielded to fine wood chisels forcing it open. The garage bench cleaning fairy has been out this year. :D The stud base was turned when I first opened it and the insulator is torn so that is probably why it is shorting out. I am told on good authority that it is an 'oddball' early switch 1...
by ivaldes1
Sun Dec 08, 2024 11:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Perplexing Electrical Problem on my 1922 Touring.
Replies: 72
Views: 19527

Re: Perplexing Electrical Problem on my 1922 Touring.

Zero continuity when the switch is pressed on. Hey mister, there is your problem... Another problem is that this is going to be difficult to open up as the welds go deep into the seam around the perimeter and there isn't much of a slot to insert a flat bladed screwdriver to pry it apart. I used a Dr...
by ivaldes1
Sun Dec 08, 2024 8:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Perplexing Electrical Problem on my 1922 Touring.
Replies: 72
Views: 19527

Re: Perplexing Electrical Problem on my 1922 Touring.

I grinded the welds off then came back with a Dremel cutting wheel but it isn't separating, certainly not easily. Nearly nothing is, right? :D Ideas?
by ivaldes1
Sun Dec 08, 2024 3:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Perplexing Electrical Problem on my 1922 Touring.
Replies: 72
Views: 19527

Re: Perplexing Electrical Problem on my 1922 Touring.

It is not riveted to the frame. It is probably a 1922 body with a 1925 motor and a 1913 differential. The best guess is that at some point in its history it was sandwich crashed then parts replaced from various cars. I bought it from Backyards Classics in Minnessota who bought it from a mystery pers...
by ivaldes1
Sun Dec 08, 2024 3:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Perplexing Electrical Problem on my 1922 Touring.
Replies: 72
Views: 19527

Re: Perplexing Electrical Problem on my 1922 Touring.

I took it off, here are more pictures. It isn't riveted. I don't know if I want to take the trouble to cut the welds with an angle grinder and try and fix it or just buy a new one.
by ivaldes1
Sun Dec 08, 2024 3:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Perplexing Electrical Problem on my 1922 Touring.
Replies: 72
Views: 19527

Re: Perplexing Electrical Problem on my 1922 Touring.

I anticipated that it was the battery so I took it to Interstate batteries, they tested it as good but I didn't trust it so I bought a new one last week and put it in, no change. Can you post a picture of the top of your battery so we can see the date/yr punches , make & model. When was it purchased?
by ivaldes1
Sun Dec 08, 2024 12:35 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Lightweight Model T Hauling Trailer?
Replies: 53
Views: 15621

Re: Lightweight Model T Hauling Trailer?

This might be a possibility. I put some calculations into Chatgpt to calculate the position needed for a normal tongue weight. It said that even with the car loaded in reverse position and with 2 foot extensions off the back for the front wheels to shift the car backward some that the tongue weight ...
by ivaldes1
Sat Dec 07, 2024 8:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Perplexing Electrical Problem on my 1922 Touring.
Replies: 72
Views: 19527

Re: Perplexing Electrical Problem on my 1922 Touring.

Thanks, where can I find a TSC switch?
George House wrote:
Sat Dec 07, 2024 5:59 pm
Doc,

Others will disagree with this but a TSC switch is the same as vendors sell at half the price. I’ve used them for years. Do you have an extension on top of that foot switch ? Lose it if you do.
by ivaldes1
Sat Dec 07, 2024 8:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Perplexing Electrical Problem on my 1922 Touring.
Replies: 72
Views: 19527

Re: Perplexing Electrical Problem on my 1922 Touring.

I do not know about the ammeter. I didn't notice it but was not paying attention either. Battery cables are black and fabric and thick. Not much touching that I can see. Prior to your problem, with the engine running, did your ammeter show a positive charge from the generator?... Also, what color ar...
by ivaldes1
Sat Dec 07, 2024 5:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Perplexing Electrical Problem on my 1922 Touring.
Replies: 72
Views: 19527

Re: Perplexing Electrical Problem on my 1922 Touring.

Looks very old/original, however it looks like it was welded together in the past.
by ivaldes1
Sat Dec 07, 2024 4:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Perplexing Electrical Problem on my 1922 Touring.
Replies: 72
Views: 19527

Re: Perplexing Electrical Problem on my 1922 Touring.

Starter was replaced with a new rebuilt one a few years ago and has not been excessively used.
by ivaldes1
Sat Dec 07, 2024 4:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Perplexing Electrical Problem on my 1922 Touring.
Replies: 72
Views: 19527

Perplexing Electrical Problem on my 1922 Touring.

Hello all, my electric failed at church a few weeks ago. I successfully crank started it and got home. Now it behaves oddly and I am perplexed. If I take the footswitch battery to switch cable off and put it back on the electrical comes on (horn works, coil boxes buzz) and press the foot switch I ge...
by ivaldes1
Sat Aug 17, 2024 11:23 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Hagerty Ford Floorboard Hoax Article.
Replies: 3
Views: 1794

Hagerty Ford Floorboard Hoax Article.

Hagerty has an article on 3 Urban Myths and Hoaxes including Ford Model T parts crates floor boards: https://www.hagerty.com/media/automotive-history/3-automotive-urban-legends-hoaxes-and-conspiracy-theories/?hashed_email=9b6cd49a2638c499baead181944bd649c05216d6a79ca7f7dbaa0dcc068134c4&dtm_em=9b6cd4...
by ivaldes1
Sun May 26, 2024 9:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Lightweight Model T Hauling Trailer?
Replies: 53
Views: 15621

Re: Lightweight Model T Hauling Trailer?

So Aluma UT12's are $4-$5K now. Can aluminum car-hauling trailers be rented easily? U-Haul won't rent without at least 5000 lb capacity towing vehicle and they don't have lightweight car hauling trailers that I know of. -- IV
by ivaldes1
Sun May 05, 2024 9:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Model T Emoji for my cell phone?
Replies: 10
Views: 2262

Re: Model T Emoji for my cell phone?

I updated to the latest and now I hold down on it and it does nothing. :o
by ivaldes1
Sun May 05, 2024 12:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Model T Emoji for my cell phone?
Replies: 10
Views: 2262

Re: Model T Emoji for my cell phone?

I hold down on it, it outlines but then it only brings up Copy and Share... no Add Sticker. :( Well there is a way to get that done depending on what phone or iPad you have. Bring up a photo that has not been edited (doesn’t work well if edited) and hold your thumb/finger on your vehicle. If the scr...
by ivaldes1
Sun May 05, 2024 12:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Model T Emoji for my cell phone?
Replies: 10
Views: 2262

Re: Model T Emoji for my cell phone?

So far the answer is: with difficulty. I created this little .png attached but to get it to display correctly as an emoji on iphone is far more difficult than it should be. If you copy it into a message it scales it up beyond actual size which makes it look blurry. At this point I cannot find a way ...
by ivaldes1
Sun May 05, 2024 1:26 am
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: What temp/How long do I heat HDPE pipe and fitting for plastic weld?
Replies: 1
Views: 8206

Re: What temp/How long do I heat HDPE pipe and fitting for plastic weld?

Seller says for 3 mm wall thickness 230-250 ℃ and a few seconds. Is that about right? Documentation for the tool is sparse.
by ivaldes1
Sun May 05, 2024 12:49 am
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: What temp/How long do I heat HDPE pipe and fitting for plastic weld?
Replies: 1
Views: 8206

What temp/How long do I heat HDPE pipe and fitting for plastic weld?

Hi all, I am retrofitting a faulty ground source heat pump system. I have received this new plastic welder from amazon. The sockets appear correct for US pipe (inches not millimeters). The documentation is sparse. What temperature do I set the welder to melt HDPE pipe? How long do I heat at that tem...
by ivaldes1
Sat May 04, 2024 11:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Model T Emoji for my cell phone?
Replies: 10
Views: 2262

Re: Model T Emoji for my cell phone?

So no model T emoji exists? These are the little ones you put in a text message: :D :oops: :evil: :? 8-) :ugeek: :mrgreen: :arrow: :?: :!:
by ivaldes1
Fri May 03, 2024 4:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Model T Emoji for my cell phone?
Replies: 10
Views: 2262

Model T Emoji for my cell phone?

I was asked why I don't have a Model T Emoji for my cell phone? Good question. I looked for one and could not find one. Does it exist for iPhone?
by ivaldes1
Fri Apr 19, 2024 12:34 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Soldering a T gas tank
Replies: 30
Views: 6698

Re: Soldering a T gas tank

I had the same issue with my T tank. Leaking where the sediment bowl screwed in. I took it to a radiator shop and they fixed it no problem. They steamed it first to remove any combustible gasoline.
by ivaldes1
Mon Mar 18, 2024 8:07 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: What is this at the base of a wood utility pole?
Replies: 4
Views: 9610

What is this at the base of a wood utility pole?

What is this little metal circular threaded thing with a star shaped top embedded at the base of a wooden utility pole for?
by ivaldes1
Mon Mar 18, 2024 1:40 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: I texted a friend asking "How was Chickasha today?"....
Replies: 39
Views: 9254

Re: I texted a friend asking "How was Chickasha today?"....

I wish I could have gone but this year I had Spring Break child possession, so we went skiing at Angelfire NM and I was forbidden both by my children and wife to go to Chickasha lest I buy a Roadster. Next year I do not have possession so hopefully I can go.
by ivaldes1
Thu Mar 07, 2024 10:18 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: Weaver Antique Floor Jack what is it, repair it?
Replies: 21
Views: 16920

Re: Weaver Antique Floor Jack what is it, repair it?

Stainless steel hose clamp worked to retain the spring! Now on to the leaks!
by ivaldes1
Thu Mar 07, 2024 8:49 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: Weaver Antique Floor Jack what is it, repair it?
Replies: 21
Views: 16920

Re: Weaver Antique Floor Jack what is it, repair it?

The good news, Lazzars has an AS-9785. The bad news is that it is $82!! https://www.hcrcnow.com/shop/parts/product/24832
by ivaldes1
Thu Mar 07, 2024 8:42 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: Weaver Antique Floor Jack what is it, repair it?
Replies: 21
Views: 16920

Re: Weaver Antique Floor Jack what is it, repair it?

Thanks you put me on to what it might be. It is actually the other rod and spring on the other side in the picture. Attached is a parts diagram pdf. My AS-9784 rod does not seem to be original. It lacks the spring retainer near the hook end so the spring isn't long enough to recoil it. A quick shopp...
by ivaldes1
Thu Mar 07, 2024 12:40 am
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: Weaver Antique Floor Jack what is it, repair it?
Replies: 21
Views: 16920

Re: Weaver Antique Floor Jack what is it, repair it?

Does anyone know by what mechanism of how the pumping pedal of this is supposed to recoil back up after pumping with your foot? I've reviewed many pictures and diagrams but do not see how it goes. A previous owner rigged a lousy spring with wire but that does not seem to be how these are. I don't se...
by ivaldes1
Sat Nov 11, 2023 2:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Door latch spring is sprung how do I fix? English & Mersick
Replies: 8
Views: 1904

Re: Door latch spring is sprung how do I fix? English & Mersick

We are back in business. See pictures. The springs arrived from Lee's and are perfect. I cut them to size and installed them. Held it together manually then spot welded the rivet back on and re-installed it. It is very stiff now and is not going to fly open anymore. I have extras if the other 2 latc...
by ivaldes1
Sun Nov 05, 2023 6:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Door latch spring is sprung how do I fix? English & Mersick
Replies: 8
Views: 1904

Re: Door latch spring is sprung how do I fix? English & Mersick

I measured it and it is a 3 coils, wire thickness is 0.06575, 2 inch total distance, 0.8125 coil OD. See pictures. I was contacted privately and guided on how to measure these, then shown this website Lee Spring: LTMR150X05 put that into "search" and you'll get 2 springs that are darn near exactly w...
by ivaldes1
Sun Nov 05, 2023 2:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Ownership History of this Minnesota acquired 1922ish Touring?
Replies: 0
Views: 618

Ownership History of this Minnesota acquired 1922ish Touring?

I purchased "Shirley" in November of 2016 a 1922 body, 1913 differential and 1925 motor, engine number 11755014 from Backyard Classics 10288 200th Street Northwest, Thief River Falls, Minnesota 56701, United States https://backyardclassics.net. It has been a great car, full of peculiar finds and uni...
by ivaldes1
Sun Nov 05, 2023 2:30 pm
Forum: Forum Support Questions
Topic: The old forums like 2016, 2017 Internal Server Error.
Replies: 3
Views: 8505

The old forums like 2016, 2017 Internal Server Error.

Hey on the old forums like 2016, 2017 a lot of 'Internal Server Error' when clicking on navigation links, also I can no longer login to search my own old posts.
by ivaldes1
Sun Nov 05, 2023 1:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Door latch spring is sprung how do I fix? English & Mersick
Replies: 8
Views: 1904

Re: Door latch spring is sprung how do I fix? English & Mersick

Thanks, I just hammered it with a punch and it came off. See picture. Yes, probably just put the rivet back through and spot weld. The spring will be in the mail tomorrow. So cool this thing is probably 100 years old and apparently very unique to my car. Many thanks!
by ivaldes1
Sun Nov 05, 2023 1:02 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Door latch spring is sprung how do I fix? English & Mersick
Replies: 8
Views: 1904

Re: Door latch spring is sprung how do I fix? English & Mersick

Per the internet the broken spring type is a 'torsion spring.' and it seems that there are many to choose from. If I can find a replacement rivet after I drill out the current one then I think we might be back in business.
by ivaldes1
Sat Nov 04, 2023 10:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Door latch spring is sprung how do I fix? English & Mersick
Replies: 8
Views: 1904

Re: Door latch spring is sprung how do I fix?

Upon further looking at the makers mark it is definitely The English & Mersick Co Newhaven, Conn. I still can find no other examples of this particular latch so far...
by ivaldes1
Sat Nov 04, 2023 10:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Door latch spring is sprung how do I fix? English & Mersick
Replies: 8
Views: 1904

Door latch spring is sprung how do I fix? English & Mersick

Hello all, my 1922 touring rear door latch recoil spring broke. Now the latch will not recoil so it does not work. This is I think a period but non-Ford 3rd party latch because it has a handle on both sides. Unfortunately, the post that holds the spring is peened onto the latch. Any suggestions for ...
by ivaldes1
Mon Sep 25, 2023 7:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: LBJ's 1910 Model T Donated by Henry Ford II Pictures.
Replies: 5
Views: 2075

LBJ's 1910 Model T Donated by Henry Ford II Pictures.

Hi, I was made more aware of LBJ's very original 1910 Model T Donated by Henry Ford II by this forum. We visited the LBJ childhood home and ranch in Johnson City this weekend and there it was! It is on loan from the LBJ presidential library. These pictures are as close as I could get to it.
by ivaldes1
Sun Sep 17, 2023 3:52 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: Hole is too big for 1/4 Zerk grease fitting?
Replies: 1
Views: 1182

Hole is too big for 1/4 Zerk grease fitting?

Hi, further along with the Weaver 4 ton jack. https://www.mtfca.com/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=16&t=30668 The lift arm had a totally smashed Zerk fitting on it that I drilled out. The hole measures 1/4 inch with a micrometer but my 1/4 inch Zerk replacement is too loose to fit the hole. What should I do...
by ivaldes1
Wed Sep 06, 2023 10:30 am
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: Weaver Antique Floor Jack what is it, repair it?
Replies: 21
Views: 16920

Re: Weaver Antique Floor Jack what is it, repair it?

I have this working well enough after discovering that the two ball valves were obviously not even there. While the saddle now stays up and has a lot of force it still sinks a bit with time and takes awhile to start to go up when pumping. The Zerk fitting on the lifting arm was smashed so I drilled ...
by ivaldes1
Mon Apr 24, 2023 12:21 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Oil Bubbling Around the Spark Plug and Gas Leak
Replies: 21
Views: 4734

Re: Oil Bubbling Around the Spark Plug and Gas Leak

Alright! The Gasoila fixed the fuel leak problem and the Permatex fixed the up through the ground came a bubbling crude problem! Now when I go to church there isn't a puddle of gasoline under the car when I come out. You can just see a bit of Gasoila excess on the fuel line and the carburetor in the...
by ivaldes1
Mon Feb 27, 2023 9:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Oil Bubbling Around the Spark Plug and Gas Leak
Replies: 21
Views: 4734

Re: Oil Bubbling Around the Spark Plug and Gas Leak

Permatex #2 is worth a try. I've found that aviation lube (I have a lifetime supply with the tube I have) in my experience doesn't hold up for long with gasoline.
by ivaldes1
Sun Feb 26, 2023 10:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Oil Bubbling Around the Spark Plug and Gas Leak
Replies: 21
Views: 4734

Oil Bubbling Around the Spark Plug and Gas Leak

Good evenings my Model T brothers, I hope this all finds you well. My carburetor gas leak has returned, probably right at where the right turn valve is threaded into the carburetor. It drips onto the flat cap of the bowl. See picture. I don't know what to do about this, I suspect the threads are loo...
by ivaldes1
Sun Dec 25, 2022 6:55 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: Jay Leno Fire - Prayers for a Speedy Recovery
Replies: 25
Views: 5311

Re: Jay Leno Fire - Prayers for a Speedy Recovery

I had similar injuries in a chemistry lab fire approximately 1982. The skin on your hands comes off like a glove. It hurts a lot and takes months to heal.
by ivaldes1
Sun Dec 25, 2022 6:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: It’s A Wonderful Life
Replies: 10
Views: 2766

Re: It’s A Wonderful Life

Paul Harvey's The Rest of the Story on It's a Wonderful Life: https://youtu.be/vJuTQdHZ1L8
by ivaldes1
Sun Dec 25, 2022 12:34 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Christmas Eve Model T Ride 2022
Replies: 8
Views: 2309

Christmas Eve Model T Ride 2022

Christmas Eve model T ride in the touring. Went out in the neighborhood with my boys, niece and nephew in 26 degree weather in Houston Texas. My son had Christmas carol boom box on. Great time was had by all. Thanks to all who helped get and keep my model T's running for times such as this.
by ivaldes1
Sat Nov 19, 2022 3:02 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: Jay Leno Fire - Prayers for a Speedy Recovery
Replies: 25
Views: 5311

Re: Jay Leno Fire - Prayers for a Speedy Recovery

Having experienced a similar injury in my youth it is very painful. It takes months to stop hurting and months more to acceptably heal. I wish him best.
by ivaldes1
Sat Nov 19, 2022 2:59 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: Motorcycle Gas Tank Old Sealer Coming off (Honda CB77)
Replies: 2
Views: 1502

Motorcycle Gas Tank Old Sealer Coming off (Honda CB77)

Hi,

I restored a 1964 Honda Superhawk CB77 20 years ago. The gas tank had a lot of rust so I did the bolts and nuts, muriatic acid treatment then used the recommended sealer for the time Kreem. It is now peeling off. What should I do to get it back in service?

-- IV
by ivaldes1
Sat Nov 19, 2022 2:53 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: Geological find
Replies: 12
Views: 2654

Re: Geological find

Fossilized coral.
by ivaldes1
Thu Oct 13, 2022 10:24 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Vehicles
Topic: FS Unrestored Time-capsule
Replies: 41
Views: 18174

Re: FS Unrestored Time-capsule

Just think of the looks that you will get when you, um, slide down the road in this one.
by ivaldes1
Thu Oct 13, 2022 10:23 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Vehicles
Topic: FS Unrestored Time-capsule
Replies: 41
Views: 18174

Re: FS Unrestored Time-capsule

The patina alone is worth it. This one will be gone fast.
by ivaldes1
Tue Sep 20, 2022 11:34 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Vehicles
Topic: FS Unrestored Time-capsule
Replies: 41
Views: 18174

Re: FS Unrestored Time-capsule

Bump. I can't believe no one is stepping up to buy this cream puff!!!!
by ivaldes1
Sat Aug 13, 2022 10:05 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Vehicles
Topic: FS Unrestored Time-capsule
Replies: 41
Views: 18174

Re: FS Unrestored Time-capsule

Ran when parked.
by ivaldes1
Sat Aug 13, 2022 7:58 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: Weaver Antique Floor Jack what is it, repair it?
Replies: 21
Views: 16920

Re: Long Antique Floor Jack what is it, repair it?

I bought the Lazzars rebuild set. I've started disassembly. The ram comes out as a unit. I took it to the auto paint store to get the paint color matched.
by ivaldes1
Mon Aug 01, 2022 7:51 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: Weaver Antique Floor Jack what is it, repair it?
Replies: 21
Views: 16920

Re: Long Antique Floor Jack what is it, repair it?

I am wondering if I should get the $52 Blackhawk kit or the seems to have everything Lazaar's for $127?
by ivaldes1
Mon Aug 01, 2022 7:13 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: Weaver Antique Floor Jack what is it, repair it?
Replies: 21
Views: 16920

Re: Long Antique Floor Jack what is it, repair it?

It looks like it has 2 layers of green paint where there is paint. The original paint color code is still unknown. I kerosened it and pressured washed it clean.
by ivaldes1
Sun Jul 31, 2022 6:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Stranded at the Gas Pump or Too Many Model T's?
Replies: 26
Views: 5123

Re: Stranded at the Gas Pump or Too Many Model T's?

Did 14's have a battery? If not, if you add a battery on a '14 it starts easier? How do you add a battery to an early?
by ivaldes1
Sat Jul 30, 2022 4:03 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: Weaver Antique Floor Jack what is it, repair it?
Replies: 21
Views: 16920

Re: Long Antique Floor Jack what is it, repair it?

Two rebuild kits available simple one and lots of stuff one: WA73 REPAIR KIT (blackhawkparts.com) https://www.blackhawkparts.com/product385.html Weaver Seal Kits | Model #WA-73 | Lazzar's Floor Jack Repair Parts (hcrcnow.com) https://www.hcrcnow.com/shop/seal-kits/product/2681 Schematic here: https:...
by ivaldes1
Sat Jul 30, 2022 3:17 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: Weaver Antique Floor Jack what is it, repair it?
Replies: 21
Views: 16920

Re: Long Antique Floor Jack what is it, repair it?

Positive ID under the greasy crud it is a Weaver WA-73 four ton and it looks like rebuild kits are available.
by ivaldes1
Sat Jul 30, 2022 11:26 am
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: Weaver Antique Floor Jack what is it, repair it?
Replies: 21
Views: 16920

Re: Long Antique Floor Jack what is it, repair it?

It seems to strongly resemble a 1930's Weaver Lo-Hi, however, so far I cannot find any marking or identifier on it.
by ivaldes1
Sat Jul 30, 2022 1:09 am
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: Weaver Antique Floor Jack what is it, repair it?
Replies: 21
Views: 16920

Re: Long Antique Floor Jack what is it, repair it?

Thanks, the pedal makes the lift go up a little but then it sinks back down. The large handle seems to only be for moving it around. There is a lever on the side of the handle in picture 3 that actuates something near the pedal. The lift sinks back down no matter what position the lever on the side ...
by ivaldes1
Fri Jul 29, 2022 5:53 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: Weaver Antique Floor Jack what is it, repair it?
Replies: 21
Views: 16920

Weaver Antique Floor Jack what is it, repair it?

I bought this long antique I think floor jack at an estate sale. I can't seem to make it work. I don't know how to make it work. It does not have any brand or markings on it that I can see. What is it? How can I make it work?
by ivaldes1
Sat Jul 23, 2022 8:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Rescued today !! Looking for info on the rear wheels.
Replies: 17
Views: 4079

Re: Rescued today !! Looking for info on the rear wheels.

That is a beauty. Please share photos of what you do with her. Those front wheels need a complete rebuild or replacement. I don't know what to tell you about the rear ones. Would they not be solid for farming as-is?
by ivaldes1
Fri Jul 22, 2022 11:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 8553 Jack is it Ford?
Replies: 2
Views: 1234

8553 Jack is it Ford?

See attached pictures, I picked this jack up at an estate sale. It has 8553 on it but no Ford script. Is it Ford? Also how do I get or make a handle? According to this 2008 thread http://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/50 ... 1230658292 they look like twins.
by ivaldes1
Sun Jul 10, 2022 8:06 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Vehicles
Topic: FS Unrestored Time-capsule
Replies: 41
Views: 18174

Re: FS Unrestored Time-capsule

Survivor!!
by ivaldes1
Mon Jul 04, 2022 10:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Bellaire Tx 4th of July Parade
Replies: 2
Views: 1450

Re: Bellaire Tx 4th of July Parade

Balto absolutely stole the show. The ahooga horn that Steven Tomaso persisted in fixing worked perfectly the whole time. The crowd loved it.
by ivaldes1
Mon Jul 04, 2022 11:51 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Bellaire Tx 4th of July Parade
Replies: 2
Views: 1450

Bellaire Tx 4th of July Parade

Our dog Balto and 1922 Model T Touring on the Bellaire Texas 4th of July Parade. Balto was the star of the show.
by ivaldes1
Sat Jul 02, 2022 8:02 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Vehicles
Topic: FS Unrestored Time-capsule
Replies: 41
Views: 18174

Re: FS Unrestored Time-capsule

Would you consider a trade? Low miles, it is all there. Body is in perfect condition. This one has it where it counts!
by ivaldes1
Sat Apr 16, 2022 11:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: San Francisco 1906 Video
Replies: 8
Views: 2325

San Francisco 1906 Video

Remastered and colorized, it is interesting with how many automobiles were in existence in 1906: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sHkc83XA2dY
by ivaldes1
Sat Apr 16, 2022 8:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Ooga is Iffy.
Replies: 36
Views: 10653

Re: Ooga is Iffy.

Steve was able to locate and fix the intermittent short as well as replace all the grommets. I also have it grounded properly with the green wire and used a cone wrench to keep the grommet from having an issue. Loud and proud again. Now I have another one that I bought at Chickasha 2 years ago. It s...
by ivaldes1
Sun Apr 03, 2022 11:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: The Perfect Vintage Speed Boat Powered by a HAL DOHC Racing Engine
Replies: 20
Views: 5448

Re: The Perfect Vintage Speed Boat Powered by a HAL DOHC Racing Engine

The wooden trailer and wire wheels are almost as great as the boat. 'Invader' that is just awesome.
by ivaldes1
Fri Apr 01, 2022 3:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Ooga is Iffy.
Replies: 36
Views: 10653

Re: Ooga is Iffy.

We've finally come to the conclusion that there is an intermittent short in the motor winding. It isn't obvious where the short is. Does anyone know how this can be fixed?
by ivaldes1
Sun Mar 20, 2022 9:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Ooga is Iffy.
Replies: 36
Views: 10653

Re: Ooga is Iffy.

So I found a rubber grommet at lowes and some #6 washers so I hope it works. I couldn't find any composite or hard felt washers.
by ivaldes1
Sun Mar 20, 2022 6:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Ooga is Iffy.
Replies: 36
Views: 10653

Re: Ooga is Iffy.

Or liquid electric tape which I have already from a previous project? :-) Say, I am looking high and low for hard felt washers on Lowes (I have one close by) and Ace (far away) websites but so far nothing. Any pointers are appreciated.
RajoRacer wrote:
Sun Mar 20, 2022 5:09 pm
Heat shrink tubing.
by ivaldes1
Sun Mar 20, 2022 6:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Who purchased the first Model T Ford?
Replies: 9
Views: 4126

Re: Who purchased the first Model T Ford?

How did they figure out that #18 chassis was the #18 chassis?
TonyB wrote:
Sun Mar 20, 2022 3:34 pm
#18 is a chassis that turned up on a farm in Slippery Rock, PA, then sold to someone in New York state.
by ivaldes1
Sun Mar 20, 2022 4:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Ooga is Iffy.
Replies: 36
Views: 10653

Re: Ooga is Iffy.

Thanks, If using fiber washers what keeps the wire part going through the hole from possibly shorting on the rim?
RajoRacer wrote:
Sun Mar 20, 2022 4:14 pm
I would head to your local ACE Hardware & check through the fiber washer assortment - you'll need 4 as they go on both sides.
by ivaldes1
Sun Mar 20, 2022 4:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Ooga is Iffy.
Replies: 36
Views: 10653

Re: Ooga is Iffy.

Is a new Model A ahooga horn wire grommet this? https://tinyurl.com/ykptpjuk
by ivaldes1
Sun Mar 20, 2022 2:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Ooga is Iffy.
Replies: 36
Views: 10653

Re: Ooga is Iffy.

Thank you for the advice and help. I opened it up and crumbled insulator fell out. More than is shown in the last picture. Where might one obtain or create an insulator grommet for this?