I think there should be a forum sub-section dedicated to Steve. That way all the information is in one place.
I think this is it.
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- Tue Feb 27, 2024 10:43 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Steve Jelf is home safe and sound
- Replies: 53
- Views: 4953
- Wed Feb 07, 2024 7:36 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: ♾️ DAYS TILL CHICKASHA
- Replies: 59
- Views: 4306
Re: 37 DAYS TILL CHICKASHA 3-15-16-2024
Sorry, I thought you were talking about going to Chickasha.
- Tue Feb 06, 2024 9:20 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: ♾️ DAYS TILL CHICKASHA
- Replies: 59
- Views: 4306
Re: 38 DAYS TILL CHICKASHA 3-15-16-2024
Baltimore?
- Wed Jan 10, 2024 10:51 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: putting a battery in a 1915
- Replies: 8
- Views: 645
Re: putting a battery in a 1915
Larry -- Body style is irrelevant. As you know, all Model T's were negative ground.
- Sun Dec 31, 2023 10:38 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Parts suppliers
- Replies: 18
- Views: 1190
Re: Parts suppliers
If you are on the west coast, order from Chaffin's. Your stated location of "Farmingdale" doesn't tell us anything. If not on the left coast, you'll find the best customer service at Lang's. I agree with VinTin23 about avoiding Mac's.
- Mon Dec 18, 2023 9:43 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Claude Jockman
- Replies: 4
- Views: 622
Re: Claude Jockman
I'm so sorry to hear this. Claude was one of the good ones.
- Mon Dec 18, 2023 9:42 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: A picture is worth 1,000 words with Steve Jelf
- Replies: 58
- Views: 3727
Re: A picture is worth 1,000 words with Steve Jelf
Hi, Steve! It's good to see that you're on the mend. Hang in there, Buddy!
- Mon Nov 06, 2023 9:52 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Anyone know the whereabouts of this car?
- Replies: 16
- Views: 2931
Re: Anyone know the whereabouts of this car?
Since it has the porthole windows in the top, it's a 1916.
- Thu Nov 02, 2023 10:23 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Gotta see BIG movie coming out this October - lots of Model T's
- Replies: 40
- Views: 2716
Re: Gotta see BIG movie coming out this October - lots of Model T's
I watched the movie a few days ago and will see it again this afternoon. It's worth two looks.
- Thu Oct 12, 2023 11:43 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: 10/11/2023 Steve Jelf Update
- Replies: 11
- Views: 1625
Re: 10/11/2023 Steve Jelf Update
That Rehab Hospital looks fantastic! Our buddy Steve will be getting the best care possible.
- Sat Sep 16, 2023 4:40 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Steve Jelf in bad accident
- Replies: 266
- Views: 24697
Re: Steve Jelf in bad accident
Hasn't anyone been by to visit Steve today?
- Fri Sep 15, 2023 8:38 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: 13/14 Runabout Tack Rail Wood
- Replies: 7
- Views: 327
Re: 13/14 Runabout Tack Rail Wood
I have used the plastic ones with good results. As John says above, use a heat gun to soften it as you go. It works great and holds nails well.
- Fri Sep 08, 2023 11:14 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Steve Jelf in bad accident
- Replies: 266
- Views: 24697
Re: Steve Jelf in bad accident
If you want to donate to the GoFundMe account, click on the link in CudaMan's post, then click on the pic of Steve. It took me quite a while to figure that out.
- Mon Sep 04, 2023 11:54 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: 1915-16 Headlight question
- Replies: 9
- Views: 502
Re: 1915-16 Headlight question
Never saw one at the bottom before.
- Sat Jul 29, 2023 10:32 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: What car should you have kept?
- Replies: 41
- Views: 2156
Re: What car should you have kept?
1968 AMX. Only car I ever bought new. It was a lot of fun to drive.
- Mon Jul 17, 2023 9:32 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Which TT Parts Should Be Salvaged?
- Replies: 17
- Views: 1347
Re: Which TT Parts Should Be Salvaged?
They were mentioned above, but I'll mention them again -- brake shoes. They seem to be scarce as hen's teeth.
- Thu Jul 06, 2023 10:21 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Gotta see BIG movie coming out this October - lots of Model T's
- Replies: 40
- Views: 2716
Re: Gotta see BIG movie coming out this October - lots of Model T's
I've been following the production of this movie for several months. It's gonna be a great one, and I'm looking forward to seeing it. Pawhuska and Fairfax (another town mentioned in the movie) are both about 20 miles from my old stomping grounds of Hominy.
- Mon Jul 03, 2023 8:47 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Shout-Out to Lang's
- Replies: 7
- Views: 731
Re: Shout-Out to Lang's
Lang's are the best.
- Wed May 24, 2023 4:39 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Magneto and battery charging system
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1148
Re: Magneto and battery charging system
I'm looking for some advice here. I had to pull my engine/trans. to replace the clutch. I didn't know it at the time, but the clutch I put in the car when I built it a few years ago was a bad one. Anyway, I got that done and finally got the car started today. It won't run on the mag. I have a Regan ...
- Wed May 10, 2023 11:32 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: “The Full Model T Experience” vs “Model T Lite”
- Replies: 18
- Views: 2117
Re: “The Full Model T Experience” vs “Model T Lite”
I have aftermarket wire wheels with "balloon" tires on my '15 T. It also has a KC Warford tranny and disc brakes. The engine has an aftermarket high-compression head, pepped-up cam, and a TW timer. I removed the turtle and replaced it with a wooden pickup bed. But it's still a Model T, since it runs...
- Sun Apr 02, 2023 2:34 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Tornado's
- Replies: 13
- Views: 1544
Re: Tornado's
Thanks for your concern, folks, but I'm fine. Yes, I'm in Fayetteville, which is about 150 miles from where the tornadoes hit. They must have been pretty nasty -- five killed in the LR area.
- Wed Feb 15, 2023 4:11 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Triple Gear Bushings
- Replies: 14
- Views: 1335
Re: Triple Gear Bushings
Thank you everyone for your suggestions.
- Tue Feb 14, 2023 6:43 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Triple Gear Bushings
- Replies: 14
- Views: 1335
Re: Triple Gear Bushings
In the real world, what difference does it make whether the bushing turns on the pin or the gear turns on the bushing? It seems to me that both situations accomplish the same thing.
- Tue Feb 14, 2023 5:52 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Reproduction Horn from Texas T
- Replies: 2
- Views: 632
Re: Reproduction Horn from Texas T
Ron -- I bought one of those horns from John Regan a few years ago when he still had Fun Projects. It was John who made the re-pop horns. It was a high-quality product (as was everything John made), and I was quite satisfied with it.
- Tue Feb 14, 2023 5:36 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Triple Gear Bushings
- Replies: 14
- Views: 1335
Triple Gear Bushings
I'm working on a tranny for a friend who doesn't want to put any more money into it than he has to. The engine/trans will go into a truck which will be driven very little. He says that he went into the engine and it "looks good." The reason I'm working on it is that it has a cracked brake drum. My f...
- Fri Feb 10, 2023 10:39 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: CHICKASHA Pre-War Swap Meet 2023
- Replies: 41
- Views: 6221
Re: CHICKASHA Pre-War Swap Meet 2023
John Tannehill's email is johnttannehill3@icloud.com
- Mon Feb 06, 2023 9:08 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: CHICKASHA Pre-War Swap Meet 2023
- Replies: 41
- Views: 6221
Re: CHICKASHA Pre-War Swap Meet 2023
Justin -- I'm in Fayetteville; let me know if I can help you in any way. I encourage you to attend the Chickasha swap meet. Yes, you will find lots of Model T parts there and it's only a few hours' drive. Try to get there Thursday afternoon for the "swap meet" in the parking lot. I also encourage yo...
- Wed Feb 01, 2023 10:23 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Longest trip you took in your T
- Replies: 27
- Views: 3598
Re: Longest trip you took in your T
I drove my '15 Touring from Fayetteville, Arkansas to Richmond, IN for the Centennial in '08, and back again. Just me and my T, about 1,400 mi. Four days out, and three returning.
- Tue Jan 24, 2023 9:37 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Home made simple tool that works!
- Replies: 8
- Views: 1157
Re: Home made simple tool that works!
Good idea! And easy to remove when it's all together.
- Mon Jan 16, 2023 9:46 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: What is it?
- Replies: 4
- Views: 820
Re: What is it?
I don't think it's a Model T part.
- Tue Jan 10, 2023 10:11 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: CHICKASHA Pre-War Swap Meet 2023
- Replies: 41
- Views: 6221
Re: CHICKASHA Pre-War Swap Meet 2023
Michael D. -- It has been a long time since you were here. I hope you can make it.
- Mon Jan 09, 2023 10:37 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: 1919-22 Coupe Photos
- Replies: 7
- Views: 867
Re: 1919-22 Coupe Photos
FYI, 1923 Coupes are the same bodies as 19-22's.
- Thu Jan 05, 2023 10:03 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Anyone use an Akuret oil gauge?
- Replies: 12
- Views: 1367
Re: Anyone use an Akuret oil gauge?
I have the Akuret oil level checker on my T. It's really handy! If I had an '09 with original splash shields, I wouldn't want to drill holes in them. Since mine are repops, no problem.
- Thu Dec 22, 2022 8:52 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: 1915 open Car Front Window Hinge
- Replies: 6
- Views: 959
Re: 1915 open Car Front Window Hinge
Wayne is correct. The "legs" of the hinges should not align with each other. They offset the top half of the windshield to the front of the lower half.
- Tue Dec 20, 2022 9:48 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Straightening Emergency Brake lever
- Replies: 16
- Views: 1531
Re: Straightening Emergency Brake lever
Just grab ahold of it and bend it. That's probably how it got to where it is.
- Tue Dec 20, 2022 9:43 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Great Model T drives of the USA
- Replies: 51
- Views: 5541
Re: Great Model T drives of the USA
The Ozarks of northern Arkansas and southern Missouri are a fun place to tour. Our roads are "interesting," with lots of hills and turns. Folks from nearby flat areas (Kansas, Gulf Coast) love joining the Arkansas Tin Lizzies on our club tours. The Natchez Trace is boring to me (no offense, Bill).
- Tue Dec 13, 2022 9:55 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Is Anyone Still Using the Riveted ‘Ears’ 1 Piece Tranny Bands?
- Replies: 19
- Views: 6433
Re: Is Anyone Still Using the Riveted ‘Ears’ 1 Piece Tranny Bands?
I still use the solid bands with kevlar linings. I figure that by the time the linings need replacing, the engine will need to come out anyway.
- Sun Dec 11, 2022 12:24 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Ash wood substitute
- Replies: 21
- Views: 2491
Re: Ash wood substitute
Alder is not available in 10-uh-C.
- Fri Dec 02, 2022 10:25 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Almost. With any luck, on the road today. The “Ford Special” saga continues.
- Replies: 26
- Views: 2694
- Wed Nov 23, 2022 10:00 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Maximum milling of a low head
- Replies: 25
- Views: 2253
Re: Maximum milling of a low head
I have taken .125" off a few low heads without any problems. Key to doing this is using modeling clay to determine how much clearance is available. You don't know how much has already been removed.
- Tue Nov 08, 2022 10:00 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Thread Count for Crankcase Plug
- Replies: 8
- Views: 1053
Re: Thread Count for Crankcase Plug
Thanks for all the help. I have one on order.
- Sun Nov 06, 2022 5:27 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Thread Count for Crankcase Plug
- Replies: 8
- Views: 1053
Re: Thread Count for Crankcase Plug
Rich -- Part number 3080 at Lang's is the plug, but the listing doesn't mention the thread count. I have plugs but need a tap the right size. If you're sure that it's 24 tpi, I'll go ahead and order one. (Edit) I now see that you've posted a chart with that info. Thanks!
- Sun Nov 06, 2022 4:56 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Thread Count for Crankcase Plug
- Replies: 8
- Views: 1053
Thread Count for Crankcase Plug
Does anyone know the thread count for the 3/4" crankcase plug? The fine thread for 3/4" is 16, but this is finer than that. I found the mention of a 3/4" "extra-fine" thread, which is 20 tpi. Is that what the plugs are? I need to get a tap to clean out the threads in mine.
- Fri Oct 14, 2022 10:14 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Model T copper head gaskets back to normal?
- Replies: 34
- Views: 4672
Re: Model T copper head gaskets back to normal?
I may have been thinking about gas tanks when I said Kevin is making these.
- Thu Oct 13, 2022 10:45 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Model T copper head gaskets back to normal?
- Replies: 34
- Views: 4672
Re: Model T copper head gaskets back to normal?
I believe that Kevin Prus is the one having them made again.
- Sun Sep 25, 2022 10:56 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Model T camping equipment
- Replies: 28
- Views: 7867
Re: Model T camping equipment
Steve -- I second Mark O's suggestion of swapping out the turtle for a pickup box. The turtle (as you have found) is practically useless. The pickup bed, on the other hand, makes the car much more versatile. As much as you travel in your car, a pickup bed would make a world of difference.
- Mon Sep 19, 2022 8:38 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Front Wheel Hubs Warm After Drive
- Replies: 16
- Views: 2215
Re: Front Wheel Hubs Warm After Drive
As John K. said, your wheels should turn on their own when jacked up. If they don't, your bearings are too tight. It's a delicate balance between too tight and having play in the bearing.
- Wed Sep 14, 2022 9:40 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Finish recommendations for wooden steering wheel
- Replies: 20
- Views: 2853
Re: Finish recommendations for wooden steering wheel
I'm in the "paint it black" group.
- Mon Sep 12, 2022 10:26 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Mike Walker Question
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1264
Re: Mike Walker Question
Ross -- The mirror you posted appears to be on a wooden-bodied truck, but that mirror/bracket combo would be at home on a Coupe or Sedan just as well. I do not have any info on the mirror, but ones similar to that were common aftermarket parts back in the day. I made some of those brackets and sold ...
- Sat Sep 10, 2022 10:41 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: wishbone ball dimension
- Replies: 14
- Views: 1786
Re: wishbone ball dimension
It's 1-1/4".
- Thu Sep 08, 2022 10:22 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: My new firewall
- Replies: 8
- Views: 1511
Re: My new firewall
I believe the firewall should be painted black on a '16. The stained ones were earlier.
- Sun Aug 14, 2022 11:16 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: New London to New Brighton run
- Replies: 15
- Views: 2362
Re: New London to New Brighton run
They went home early because Rob got covid.
- Mon Aug 08, 2022 10:56 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: What carb is needed for a 1915?
- Replies: 9
- Views: 1430
Re: What carb is needed for a 1915?
I put thousands of miles on a '15 Touring with a Holley G and had absolutely zero problems with it. They are great carbs. I've seen reports where the NH flows more volume, yada, yada. But even at 50 mph, my car showed no signs of needing more volume. I believe the ones with the depressed ring around...
- Fri Aug 05, 2022 9:56 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Frame alignment... a suggestion.
- Replies: 22
- Views: 2555
Re: Frame alignment... a suggestion.
JTT3 -- I tried calling you, but apparently your number has changed. I agree with the others that boxing a T frame would not be a good idea, for the reasons given above. And I agree that over-correcting the sag a bit in the upward direction is a good idea. Use heat and cooling to try to shrink the l...
- Wed Aug 03, 2022 10:14 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: One Valve not moving
- Replies: 20
- Views: 1988
Re: One Valve not moving
The Acetone/ATF mix works better than Blaster PB as well. Try it -- You'll like it.
- Wed Aug 03, 2022 10:10 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Frame alignment... a suggestion.
- Replies: 22
- Views: 2555
Re: Frame alignment... a suggestion.
I have found that most Model T frames have a sag where the crankcase ears bear on them. That's easy to check (on a bare frame) using a string along the upper inside edge.
- Tue Aug 02, 2022 1:22 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: One Valve not moving
- Replies: 20
- Views: 1988
Re: One Valve not moving
The best penetrant is a 50:50 mix of Acetone and ATF. It'll work much more effectively than Kroil or WD-40. Soak the valve area in that mix for a few days, and it'll free up.
- Mon Aug 01, 2022 10:43 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: How bad will a hood and fenders be to find?
- Replies: 15
- Views: 1951
Re: How bad will a hood and fenders be to find?
I believe I do have some rear fenders. I'll be out of town today but can check tomorrow. I'm in NW Arkansas. Your profile says TN, but not where in TN, so you could be close to AR or quite some distance away.
- Mon Aug 01, 2022 10:36 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Hand cranking
- Replies: 50
- Views: 4998
Re: Hand cranking
Yes, Henry's instructions were to crank using the left hand.
- Mon Jul 04, 2022 10:21 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: How much rear end oil?
- Replies: 15
- Views: 2181
Re: How much rear end oil?
Tim Juhl is correct. 20 ounces or 1-1/4 pints.
- Sun Jun 26, 2022 11:05 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Oil Plug Thread Size
- Replies: 2
- Views: 735
Re: Oil Plug Thread Size
Thank you.
- Sat Jun 25, 2022 3:34 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Oil Plug Thread Size
- Replies: 2
- Views: 735
Oil Plug Thread Size
Who knows the thread size and thread count per inch for the oil drain plug in the crankcase and rear end? I need to buy a tap to chase the threads in a crankcase and am having trouble measuring the threads. Thanks.
- Fri Jun 24, 2022 10:16 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Ruckstell left hand shifter
- Replies: 11
- Views: 1916
Re: Ruckstell left hand shifter
I guess it depends upon which supplier you get the kit from, whether you get pillow blocks or U-bolts. Either way, the principle is the same.
- Thu Jun 23, 2022 7:45 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Ruckstell left hand shifter
- Replies: 11
- Views: 1916
Re: Ruckstell left hand shifter
They go against the pillow blocks which hold the shaft to keep it from sliding to either side.
- Sun Jun 12, 2022 9:20 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: 1915 vs 1916
- Replies: 20
- Views: 2133
Re: 1915 vs 1916
Some '15 features: Brass trim on the lights, aluminum hood, aluminum hogshead with ribbed pedals, 3-rivet rear fender brackets.
Some '16 features: Black painted trim on the lights, steel hood, iron hogshead with smooth pedals, 4-rivet rear fender brackets.
Some '16 features: Black painted trim on the lights, steel hood, iron hogshead with smooth pedals, 4-rivet rear fender brackets.
- Tue Jun 07, 2022 2:49 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: 12v winch recommendations wanted
- Replies: 9
- Views: 1346
Re: 12v winch recommendations wanted
I have had good service from Warn winches. They have several to choose from.
- Tue May 31, 2022 11:12 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: From Coast to Coast
- Replies: 170
- Views: 16422
Re: From Coast to Coast
Frank Brandi's suggestion to visit Craig's museum in Moline is a great one. Craig has some amazing early T's. They will blow your minds. If you are anywhere near there, please take advantage of that offer. You will be glad you did. It's not open to the public; it's by invitation only.
- Fri May 27, 2022 7:45 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Watts clutch setup problem
- Replies: 8
- Views: 1288
Re: Watts clutch setup problem
With the drive pate in place, I can grab the ends of the push ring pins with pliers and move them up and down 1/16" or more, so the ring isn't being bound up.
- Fri May 27, 2022 6:15 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Watts clutch setup problem
- Replies: 8
- Views: 1288
Re: Watts clutch setup problem
Yes, you need to shorten the pins for a Watts clutch because the clutch pack is thicker. Mine (with the 8 steel discs called for in the instructions) is 1-1/4" total thickness.
- Fri May 27, 2022 4:02 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Watts clutch setup problem
- Replies: 8
- Views: 1288
Watts clutch setup problem
I have just replaced a faulty aftermarket clutch with a NOS Watts clutch which was made when Mr. Watts had that business. I have used several Watts clutches in the past and had no problems with them. I always set them up using the 13/16" measurement under the fingers, and that always worked out fine...
- Wed May 25, 2022 8:37 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: 15-16 hood former bolts?
- Replies: 13
- Views: 1684
Re: 15-16 hood former bolts?
Bob Bergstat (Bob's Auto Parts) had those big-headed carriage bolts a while back. He may still have some.
- Fri May 20, 2022 11:05 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Shoutout to Snyders! Carb getting rebuilt instead.
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1030
Re: Shoutout to Snyders! Carb getting rebuilt instead.
Yes, these carbs were sold through Western Auto under their Wizard name. The carbs were made by Simmons.
- Tue May 10, 2022 10:46 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Passing of Patty Lang
- Replies: 66
- Views: 5972
Re: Passing of Patty Lang
I am so sorry to learn of Patty's passing. Although I never met her, I consider Don my friend. May God bless Don and the boys, and the rest of the family with the strength to get through this difficult time.
- Tue Apr 26, 2022 12:07 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: STILL LOOKING FOR LANG'S STARTER SWITCH UNIT # 5014RE
- Replies: 66
- Views: 5260
Re: LOOKING FOR LANG'S STARTER SWITCH UNIT # 5014RE
Lisa -- The original-type starter switch is prone to failure due to burned contacts, as you apparently already know. A much better solution is to replace that switch with a push-button starter switch as used in cars of the 30's and 40's, in conjunction with a starter solenoid. The push-button switch...
- Tue Apr 26, 2022 11:59 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: STILL LOOKING FOR LANG'S STARTER SWITCH UNIT # 5014RE
- Replies: 66
- Views: 5260
Re: LOOKING FOR LANG'S STARTER SWITCH UNIT # 5014RE
There seems to be some confusion here. The original poster is inquiring about a starter switch, part #5014RE. That's the foot button on the floor. The responses above are talking about the ignition switch, which is on the instrument panel.
- Tue Apr 26, 2022 9:30 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Fisher Body information
- Replies: 4
- Views: 999
Re: Fisher Body information
Ross -- When I was working on a '16 Coupelet project several years ago, I spent a week at the Benson Archives trying to chase down some details of the Coupelet bodies. Folks here on the Forum said that Fisher made the Coupelet and Sedan bodies for Ford at that time. I found scant information on the ...
- Tue Apr 26, 2022 9:05 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Experimental "Watts" Clutch
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1830
Re: Experimental "Watts" Clutch
Richard G. -- "Experimental" was the term I used, but I don't recall RV calling it that. He just said he was trying a new material which he thought would work like the original Watts material. But he did say it was a new material and wanted feedback on it, so I thought that sounded like an experimen...
- Tue Apr 26, 2022 9:00 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Experimental "Watts" Clutch
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1830
Re: Experimental "Watts" Clutch
Just for the record, I have had several Watts clutches in my cars with many thousands of miles and no problems. I still haven't opened up the tranny cover to see what's in there.
- Mon Apr 25, 2022 9:55 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Experimental "Watts" Clutch
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1830
Experimental "Watts" Clutch
A while back, RV Anderson bought the Watts clutch business from Mr. Watts when he retired. RV told me that the person who was making the friction material for those clutch discs retired as well, so he had to find a substitute material. He made a few with that material and sold me one to try it. He a...
- Mon Apr 25, 2022 9:18 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Rehabilitating the reputation of a pre-T, this road begins with K and leads to B.
- Replies: 17
- Views: 2192
Re: Rehabilitating the reputation of a pre-T, this road begins with K and leads to B.
Even that rear view of the car has plenty of interesting things going on.
- Sat Apr 23, 2022 7:46 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Hyatt Sleeves
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1004
Re: Hyatt Sleeves
You might try measuring their thickness using a micrometer or caliper. It's tricky to do, since they usually aren't worn right at the edge so you can get a false reading. If some are thinner on one side, I'd look for better ones. The ones for the inner bearings probably are fine. The inner bearings ...
- Tue Apr 19, 2022 9:36 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Replacement of the windshield on my 1915 touring
- Replies: 6
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Re: Replacement of the windshield on my 1915 touring
I take the windshield frames to the glass shop and let them remove the old glass, make new glass, and install it. That way if there's a mishap, they're the ones responsible for fixing it.
- Tue Apr 12, 2022 10:25 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Aux trans requirements?
- Replies: 8
- Views: 1630
Re: Aux trans requirements?
For the radius rods, I cut them to length by removing part of the front end; the threaded parts are often no good anyway. Then I buy some 9/16" x 6" bolts, cut the heads off, bend them to fit, and weld them into the radius rods.
- Sat Apr 09, 2022 9:52 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Fuel Line
- Replies: 37
- Views: 3861
Re: Fuel Line
Yes, it's easy to bend the steel fuel line. Most folks use brake lines for that. Lang's has a brass fuel line available, which is what came on them and of course it's easily bendable.
- Wed Apr 06, 2022 10:05 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: 1914 Brass Holley carb onto a 1923 engine
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1164
Re: 1914 Brass Holley carb onto a 1923 engine
That carb has no provision for an in-cab choke. If your car has an electric starter, that would be inconvenient. Later G's had an additional arm on the choke lever for that. You could swap out the choke for a later one if need be. If you always use the Armstrong starter when the engine's cold, then ...
- Mon Apr 04, 2022 6:39 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Correct 1927 Spindle and arm
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1144
Re: Correct 1927 Spindle and arm
I have added a washer to the bottom of a spindle before and didn't have any trouble with it. But Scott's idea of putting it on the bushing before putting the bushing into the spindle seems like a better way to do it.
- Mon Apr 04, 2022 6:14 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Holley G carburetor (1919)
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1814
Re: Holley G carburetor (1919)
That looks nice. Holley G's are great carbs. I put many thousands of miles on one on my '15 Touring.
- Mon Apr 04, 2022 9:34 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: 1925 Model T Pickup, should I buy it for 1K?
- Replies: 73
- Views: 7733
Re: 1925 Model T Pickup, should I buy it for 1K?
Richard -- Model T's are ridiculously simple compared with later cars. If you're capable of restoring 60's era cars, a Model T will be a piece of cake for you. Go for it and have fun.
- Sun Apr 03, 2022 3:32 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Wanted NOS QUADRANT
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1356
Re: Wanted NOS QUADRANT
I have two NOS ones. Mine are painted, not plated, so you'd need to have them plated to be absolutely correct for a '15. I believe these are correct for a '16- or '17-up without the plating. They have no holes for the rivets. $50 each plus the postage, or pick up in NW Arkansas. 479-790-4229 **SOLD*...
- Sun Apr 03, 2022 3:05 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: WTD 1914 front wheels 30/3
- Replies: 1
- Views: 781
Re: WTD 1914 front wheels 30/3
I have a pair of 30x3 wheels which are NOS and in perfect condition. They have wood felloes and have never had hubs installed. $300 for the pair. I can take pics upon request. 479-790-4229 ***SOLD***
- Sun Apr 03, 2022 10:57 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: WTD 1914 front wheels 30/3
- Replies: 2
- Views: 825
Re: WTD 1914 front wheels 30/3
***SOLD*** I have a pair of NOS 30x3 wheels with wood felloes. They have no hubs in them. $300 for the pair. I can get a pic later if you need it. 479-790-4229
- Sun Apr 03, 2022 10:52 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Century Plaques
- Replies: 14
- Views: 2149
Re: Century Plaques
I'd like the MTFCI's plaque better if it celebrated the car more than the club.
- Sun Mar 27, 2022 10:48 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Anyone heard from Constantine?
- Replies: 20
- Views: 4421
Re: Anyone heard from Constantine?
He sold the house on Jane Circle and is living in West Fork.
- Sat Mar 26, 2022 5:54 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Anyone heard from Constantine?
- Replies: 20
- Views: 4421
Re: Anyone heard from Constantine?
In case anyone is wondering, I heard today through the grapevine that Constantine is now in NW Arkansas. He probably will be here for a few months.
- Sat Mar 26, 2022 9:40 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Best upgrade yet, better everything
- Replies: 19
- Views: 3701
Re: Best upgrade yet, better everything
If you believe all that Apex spiel, I can make you a heckuva deal on some oceanfront property in Arkansas.
- Fri Mar 25, 2022 9:53 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Early Oil Cans
- Replies: 15
- Views: 2683
Re: Early Oil Cans
I haven't seen the Marshall-Wells one before. I have the others.
- Tue Mar 15, 2022 11:15 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: 1936 Mullins Red Cap Trailer For Sale
- Replies: 0
- Views: 762
1936 Mullins Red Cap Trailer For Sale
I just listed a Mullins Red Cap trailer for sale in the "Classifieds -- Vehicles" section. I'll be taking it to Chickasha, space FM-1.
- Tue Mar 15, 2022 11:13 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Vehicles
- Topic: 1936 Mullins Red Cap Trailer
- Replies: 0
- Views: 1538
1936 Mullins Red Cap Trailer
IMG-1436.jpg IMG-1434.jpg Here is a nicely restored 1936 Mullins Red Cap Trailer. These were made for only two years, with production totaling 2,000. It has been freshly professionally repainted, and comes with wiring hookup for the lights, safety chains, the original-type 1-3/4" hitch, two 1-3/4" ...
- Sun Mar 13, 2022 11:30 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Step Plates
- Replies: 48
- Views: 4440
Re: Step Plates
Larry -- We do it just to annoy you, which is actually quite easy to do.
- Sat Mar 12, 2022 9:12 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Chickasha for the first time
- Replies: 19
- Views: 3017
Re: Chickasha for the first time
The "official" swap meet is Friday and Saturday, but as others have said, in reality it's Thursday and Friday. The place is a ghost town on Saturday.