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by Barry Loucks
Tue Oct 10, 2023 10:42 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: FOUND A pair of bail door handles for Coupe
Replies: 0
Views: 116

FOUND A pair of bail door handles for Coupe

I’m looking for a pair of Bail Door handles for a coupe.

Barry

Three one three- 727-two one six zero
by Barry Loucks
Fri Jun 02, 2023 2:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Summertime T
Replies: 16
Views: 1214

Re: Summertime T

Back in the day, sitting on a car kept them clean/wiped off. Maybe the seat of your pants not so much. I worked in a little store in high school. The owner parked his car in front on the street. Invariably “kids” sat on his car. He didn’t care, as it was a bit crappy. His line was, “I don’t have to ...
by Barry Loucks
Sun Apr 16, 2023 9:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: My Steering Dampener Idea
Replies: 50
Views: 2819

Re: My Steering Dampener Idea

Jerry, the Right brothers were wheel rights, Left and Right. They had a sister, Wobble, and a cousin Out of Round. Mom was Clincher, Dad was Demountable.
Surely you heard of them
by Barry Loucks
Thu Jan 19, 2023 5:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What really made the Model T so Popular?
Replies: 52
Views: 3709

Re: What really made the Model T so Popular?

It wasn’t helical cut or herring bone gears. Some time in 1920’s-30’s??? Someone figured out if the angles on a straight cut gear tooth was cut differently they were quieter when they meshed. There was no need to take into account thrust, it was the simple change in gear tooth angles. Sorry don’t ha...
by Barry Loucks
Thu Jan 19, 2023 3:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What really made the Model T so Popular?
Replies: 52
Views: 3709

Re: What really made the Model T so Popular?

They made 6. The reason the transmissions were so quiet was because the gear teeth were cut to modern angles. The drawings given to the gear cutter had the original tooth angles and he refused to cut them that way. As far as why the didn’t last, abuse is the main reason.

Barry Loucks
by Barry Loucks
Thu Jan 12, 2023 6:18 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: E&J model 12 taiight fs. Sold
Replies: 9
Views: 981

Re: E&J model 12 taiight fs

This is a very interesting lamp. Aside from the chimney that has the E&J logo it is identical to my CLASCO tail and side lamps right down to the painted fonts. I’d post a photo but that never works for me. Mine are going on my late Canadian’13 this spring right or wrong. The lamps that were on the c...
by Barry Loucks
Wed Feb 02, 2022 3:09 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: This was trucking-Old Photos
Replies: 1406
Views: 325832

Re: This was trucking-Old Photos

‘31. One piece splash apron.
by Barry Loucks
Sat Jan 29, 2022 5:06 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: SOLD - FS Ford Manual - 1913 copywrite - excellent condition original
Replies: 4
Views: 1265

Re: SOLD - FS Ford Manual - 1913 copywrite - excellent condition original

Mark got the Manual. It arrived in perfect condition. Many thanks!!

Barry
by Barry Loucks
Tue Jan 18, 2022 7:09 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: WTB Fronty rocker(s) and supports for shaft
Replies: 12
Views: 2028

Re: WTB Fronty rocker(s) and supports for shaft

Thanks Steven, I called the number several times. Comes back with a Ma Bell recording about the number not available. I wonder if they were burned out or the pandemic put them out of business. I can certainly understand why anyone would want to keep a few spare parts around. We can’t just go to the ...
by Barry Loucks
Sun Jan 16, 2022 4:18 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: WTB Fronty rocker(s) and supports for shaft
Replies: 12
Views: 2028

Re: WTB Fronty rocker(s) and supports for shaft

Is the photo attached?
by Barry Loucks
Sun Jan 16, 2022 4:16 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: WTB Fronty rocker(s) and supports for shaft
Replies: 12
Views: 2028

WTB Fronty rocker(s) and supports for shaft

I’m looking for a Fronty rocker arm at least one but would take a set if you don’t want to split up a set.
Also, three of the supports for the rocker shaft with the caps as well. Let’s see if I can post a photo.

Barry Loucks
Three One Three Seven Two Seven Two One Six Zero
by Barry Loucks
Sun Jan 09, 2022 5:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 100 year old Model T Coupes in 2022
Replies: 13
Views: 3348

Re: 100 year old Model T Coupes in 2022

My number is B179356, on RH sill plate.
by Barry Loucks
Mon Nov 29, 2021 4:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Coupes and others
Replies: 18
Views: 2296

Re: Coupes and others

I think those lots were $4.00 and $5.00 each. Those are decimal points on the sign, not commas. Nobody had $4,000 for a 50 foot lot in those days.

Barry
by Barry Loucks
Fri Nov 05, 2021 5:41 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: 14 fenders unrestored
Replies: 9
Views: 1824

Re: 14 fenders unrestored

Yeah, I thought about stripping them and leaving them outside for the winter or two. Then they’ll have a nice patina!!
by Barry Loucks
Fri Nov 05, 2021 5:39 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: WTB: brass top coil
Replies: 3
Views: 1104

Re: WTB: brass top coil

I see this is the 6 screw type. I think a ‘15 would use the 4 screw version.
Many will offer an opinion shortly.
Stay tuned.

Barry
by Barry Loucks
Thu Nov 04, 2021 8:40 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: 14 fenders unrestored
Replies: 9
Views: 1824

Re: 14 fenders unrestored

Sold!! Thanks MTFCA!!
by Barry Loucks
Thu Nov 04, 2021 4:19 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: 14 fenders unrestored
Replies: 9
Views: 1824

Re: 14 fenders unrestored

Joe here’s the photos promised
by Barry Loucks
Thu Nov 04, 2021 8:11 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: 14 fenders unrestored
Replies: 9
Views: 1824

Re: 14 fenders unrestored

Joe I have a pair of ‘14 rears, I’ll send pictures later today. They have newer paint on them, like in the last 40 years, some repair. Perfect they are not.

Barry Loucks
by Barry Loucks
Thu Aug 12, 2021 5:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Attention Canadian, Australian, UK 1912-13 T owners re: large ID plate
Replies: 81
Views: 8737

Re: Attention Canadian, Australian, UK 1912-13 T owners re: large ID plate

Everything old is new again! I found a copy I’d made several years ago of Canadian Engine serial numbers. It came from the forum. The link was titled ‘List of Canadian Serial Numbers’ started on May 11, 2010 by Chris Kramer. I tried to copy the link but couldn’t. It’s an interesting read. Many membe...
by Barry Loucks
Wed Aug 11, 2021 2:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Attention Canadian, Australian, UK 1912-13 T owners re: large ID plate
Replies: 81
Views: 8737

Re: Attention Canadian, Australian, UK 1912-13 T owners re: large ID plate

On Larry’s ‘14 with the engine casting date in January 1913, is Made in USA ground off the block? Supposedly the first serialized ‘C’ prefixed block was stamped on May 20, 1913 in Walkerville/Ford Ontario. Since these blocks were left to stress relive for some period of time, the casting date and se...
by Barry Loucks
Tue Aug 10, 2021 8:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Best Heat Resistant Paint
Replies: 10
Views: 2227

Re: Best Heat Resistant Paint

Marty, if it only comes in a qt can buy one and when you’re finished I’ll borrow the rest of the can from you.
Try Pointe Hardware a la Clint Eastwood fame. You should see that movie!!

Barryloucks
by Barry Loucks
Tue Aug 10, 2021 8:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Attention Canadian, Australian, UK 1912-13 T owners re: large ID plate
Replies: 81
Views: 8737

Re: Attention Canadian, Australian, UK 1912-13 T owners re: large ID plate

So, if Henry had a few extra Made in Walkerville plates and the town name was changed to Ford, ya think he was going to scrap them? This isn’t a trick question. My Canadian 13, of which I’m to believe has had 5 owners including me is missing said plate but ignition switch which looks like it’s been ...
by Barry Loucks
Mon Aug 09, 2021 8:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Attention Canadian, Australian, UK 1912-13 T owners re: large ID plate
Replies: 81
Views: 8737

Re: Attention Canadian, Australian, UK 1912-13 T owners re: large ID plate

Thanks for the explanation Darren. My ‘13 has the steel coil box and a serial number that would indicate a late ‘13 build. That’s a real nice plate, but probably not correct for my car.

Barryloucks
by Barry Loucks
Mon Aug 09, 2021 6:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Attention Canadian, Australian, UK 1912-13 T owners re: large ID plate
Replies: 81
Views: 8737

Re: Attention Canadian, Australian, UK 1912-13 T owners re: large ID plate

Question:

Shouldn’t it have ‘Ford Ontario’ rather than Walkerville? I understood it was known as Ford in 13 and 14!
by Barry Loucks
Sat May 15, 2021 8:40 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Wanted: E&J 20 headlights
Replies: 14
Views: 3431

Re: Wanted: E&J 20 headlights

Now they’re $3000. Looks like we all should have bought them when they were at swap meets for $75.

INFLATION!!
by Barry Loucks
Fri May 14, 2021 9:03 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Wanted: E&J 20 headlights
Replies: 14
Views: 3431

Re: Wanted: E&J 20 headlights

There’s a set on eBay right now. Auction ends tomorrow. Current bid $1925.00
by Barry Loucks
Tue Apr 27, 2021 4:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Date this engine for me.
Replies: 20
Views: 3213

Re: Date this engine for me.

June 1921 according to the serial number. 12/29 must be December 29, 1920
by Barry Loucks
Mon Apr 26, 2021 9:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What is your favorite part of a Model T Ford?
Replies: 56
Views: 6896

Re: What is your favorite part of a Model T Ford?

Dale there’s a woman on YouTube who sings it. Search for a little pile of tin.
by Barry Loucks
Sat Apr 24, 2021 7:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What is your favorite part of a Model T Ford?
Replies: 56
Views: 6896

Re: What is your favorite part of a Model T Ford?

My favorite part?
The nut and washer I just retrieved out of the transmission with a magnet.
I adore them.
by Barry Loucks
Thu Apr 15, 2021 1:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: WEDDING DECORATIONS FOR MY T
Replies: 16
Views: 3146

Re: WEDDING DECORATIONS FOR MY T

Don’t use string on the tin cans. It breaks. Use mechanics wire, nice and long so when they bounce the won’t hit your car.

Barry
by Barry Loucks
Wed Apr 07, 2021 8:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Vibration Question
Replies: 18
Views: 2735

Re: Vibration Question

Bad U-joint? They cause vibration upon deceleration in a more modern conveyance?
by Barry Loucks
Wed Apr 07, 2021 8:50 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Digital Scale For Weighing Engine Parts
Replies: 12
Views: 3547

Re: Digital Scale For Weighing Engine Parts

A triple beam balance is what you want. For the application of weighing parts for balance it isn’t so much what they weigh, but that they weigh the same. A triple beam balance can get you to 1/10 of a gram. Personally I don’t trust a digital readout in this application. There’s rounding that occurs ...
by Barry Loucks
Mon Apr 05, 2021 6:07 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Cross shaft the same for all years??
Replies: 8
Views: 1906

Re: Cross shaft the same for all years??

Thanks for the feedback. I’m tempted to try the braze and file fix, just don’t have a good record for making anything round with a file in my hand. The pillow block has some wear too, I forgot to mention.
I’ll watch swap meets when we go back, and keep an eye out for the TT style.
by Barry Loucks
Sun Apr 04, 2021 8:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Cross shaft the same for all years??
Replies: 8
Views: 1906

Cross shaft the same for all years??

Are the cross shafts for the shifter/emergency brake the same design for each year of model T, perhaps excluding 09?
Mine has a bit of wear under the pillow blocks. I might try to find a better one.

Barry Loucks
by Barry Loucks
Thu Feb 11, 2021 8:21 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Parts ID
Replies: 18
Views: 3180

Re: Parts ID

Alan, any idea the earliest model year for the Canuck jack was used?

Your answers are always informative
Barry
by Barry Loucks
Mon Jan 11, 2021 6:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 22 coupe width
Replies: 4
Views: 1254

Re: 22 coupe width

Mine is 50 3/8 at the same spot.

Barry
by Barry Loucks
Mon Jan 11, 2021 6:45 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: RANT: AMERICAN GREED
Replies: 25
Views: 4020

Re: RANT: AMERICAN GREED

Greed, pride, lust, envy, gluttony, wrath and sloth. The seven deadly sins.
Sloth is my favorite.
by Barry Loucks
Wed Dec 23, 2020 6:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Shipping T parts
Replies: 51
Views: 6748

Re: Shipping T parts

Amazon is their own worst enemy. I ordered the kids two sleeping bags for Christmas. They sent six, two at a time. So not only did they waste their time delivering things I didn’t order, now they tie up valuable resources having them shipped back, their cost, not mine. Our USPS guy as well as Fed Ex...
by Barry Loucks
Fri Dec 18, 2020 5:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Anyone ever seen a Miller T head ?
Replies: 31
Views: 6915

Re: Anyone ever seen a Miller T head ?

Mark no firestorm here. I’d love one of these heads with Miller on it. If it gets done without surprising the copyright owner that means less grief. Then everyone is happy.
I remember the head with the Ford script that had to be ground off. Nobody wants to go there.

Barry
by Barry Loucks
Fri Dec 18, 2020 4:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Anyone ever seen a Miller T head ?
Replies: 31
Views: 6915

Re: Anyone ever seen a Miller T head ?

Dan, I’m with you. I’d want the Miller name in the same place as the original head. What we don’t want is the grief around using a copyright without permission. It’s easy. Just ask the question. The answer will be no you can’t use it, or yes you can use it for free, but the most likely answer is yes...
by Barry Loucks
Fri Dec 18, 2020 2:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Anyone ever seen a Miller T head ?
Replies: 31
Views: 6915

Re: Anyone ever seen a Miller T head ?

I’m not an expert in copyright infringement but I don’t think changing the name a little to try to get around it works. What does work is getting permission to use it and if necessary pay the cost to do so. It avoids possible litigation after the fact. If the copyright owner wanted $100’s to use it ...
by Barry Loucks
Fri Dec 18, 2020 12:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Anyone ever seen a Miller T head ?
Replies: 31
Views: 6915

Re: Anyone ever seen a Miller T head ?

Another thing to consider is the copyright on the Miller name cast into the head. I’m thinking that would be a nice feature to have on a reproduction head.
Copyright permission would be nice to have.

Oh, and count me in for one when they’re made.

Barry
by Barry Loucks
Wed Dec 16, 2020 5:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: A Little off Topic....., Butt
Replies: 13
Views: 2898

Re: A Little off Topic....., Butt

Oh no. This story will take away your appetite
by Barry Loucks
Tue Dec 15, 2020 4:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: A Little off Topic....., Butt
Replies: 13
Views: 2898

Re: A Little off Topic....., Butt

Did I ever tell you the story about Pouporri while I was in Ireland? It’s not for this forum. It makes Sears catalog and corn cobs tame.

Barry
by Barry Loucks
Tue Dec 15, 2020 1:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: A Little off Topic....., Butt
Replies: 13
Views: 2898

Re: A Little off Topic....., Butt

I was told by an uncle he preferred the “harness section” of the Sears catalog. The pages were rougher, i.e. not glossy like the clothing and housewares section. They worked better.

Barry
by Barry Loucks
Thu Dec 10, 2020 6:10 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: WTB Seat Lid Hinges
Replies: 2
Views: 813

Re: WTB Seat Lid Hinges

Easy for you. Haha. I’ll try again. I did attempt it several years ago but they looked pretty amateur.
The good news is I have the body half of the rear hinges got a pattern.

Thanks for the inspiration. I’ll try again if nobody comes up with an old set somewhere.
by Barry Loucks
Thu Dec 10, 2020 5:01 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: WTB Seat Lid Hinges
Replies: 2
Views: 813

WTB Seat Lid Hinges

Perusing the Lang’s catalog a few days ago, I saw the hinges for under the seat storage lid for the rear seat and access to the fuel tank in the front seat. In the 2019 catalog at the top of page 198, pt number SEAT-LH. They were reproduced for the T-100 project. Sold out 2 years ago. I could use 2 ...
by Barry Loucks
Mon Sep 28, 2020 3:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What headlights for a Canadian 23 touring. Anyone have a set for sale?
Replies: 13
Views: 2140

Re: What headlights for a Canadian 23 touring. Anyone have a set for sale?

Here’s something to consider. 20B84D2D-290F-4ABC-BD55-263BBD0B4535.jpeg I hope this photo shows up. See the flat on the lamp stalk where it interfaces with the fender bracket. Some lamps apparently don’t have that! I’m thinking it was for indexing the lamp so it pointed forward, (no c/c adjusting). ...
by Barry Loucks
Mon Sep 28, 2020 2:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What headlights for a Canadian 23 touring. Anyone have a set for sale?
Replies: 13
Views: 2140

Re: What headlights for a Canadian 23 touring. Anyone have a set for sale?

This might be a clue. The September/October 2017 edition of the Model T Times featured a Synoski winning ‘21 Model T coupe that had “the correct Canadian Headlamps”. When that came out I studied the photos but couldn’t make out a difference. Was that difference got just ‘21? Don’t know. Somebody kno...
by Barry Loucks
Sun Sep 13, 2020 5:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 13T - Body Number?
Replies: 11
Views: 2124

Re: 13T - Body Number?

What does the prefix ‘B’ stand for?
by Barry Loucks
Sat Sep 12, 2020 5:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 13T - Body Number?
Replies: 11
Views: 2124

Re: 13T - Body Number?

Pull up the seat cushion. The wooden piece that the seat sits on has the number. Mine was on the left hand side.
by Barry Loucks
Sat Sep 12, 2020 4:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 13T - Body Number?
Replies: 11
Views: 2124

Re: 13T - Body Number?

Mine is a Fisher body, as in “Body by Fisher” Canadian made.
by Barry Loucks
Sat Sep 12, 2020 4:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 13T - Body Number?
Replies: 11
Views: 2124

Re: 13T - Body Number?

Mine is a Fisher body, as in “Body by Fisher” Canadian made.
by Barry Loucks
Sat Sep 12, 2020 4:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 13T - Body Number?
Replies: 11
Views: 2124

Re: 13T - Body Number?

Same here. Owned my 13T for 20 years just saw the body number about 2 weeks ago. Let’s see if the photo posts.

Barry
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by Barry Loucks
Tue Sep 08, 2020 1:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Rear Axle Shafts
Replies: 10
Views: 2603

Re: Rear Axle Shafts

THANK YOU JERRY!!!!!!
by Barry Loucks
Fri Sep 04, 2020 3:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Please Let Me Know If You Are Using This...
Replies: 9
Views: 3111

Re: Please Let Me Know If You Are Using This...

John, you have no idea how hard it is to keep a mirror from shaking on a modern car. Sure they’re heavier because of all the extra things besides glass packaged inside that housing like power adjustment and turn signals and blind spot detection, but wind has a huge input. I’m happy to see 5 cars whe...
by Barry Loucks
Sat Aug 29, 2020 6:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: I chased it, I caught it, now what do I do? Looking for info on 1913 Canadian Ts.
Replies: 4
Views: 1695

Re: I chased it, I caught it, now what do I do? Looking for info on 1913 Canadian Ts.

I have a late ‘13 Canadian touring, LHD, originally from New Liskeard, Ontario. It had the body off in the late 1940’s and a new paint job at the time with a new low nap roller!!!! I’m pretty sure the body has never been disassembled. It still has most of the original interior including door panels,...
by Barry Loucks
Tue Aug 18, 2020 9:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Band Eating transmission
Replies: 33
Views: 7010

Re: Band Eating transmission

I had a few minutes tonight to look over a few things. First I compared the polish on the drums of my 13 which has nicely bedded in Kevlar bands. The low drum has a bit better finish than brake or reverse but it’s nothing to be proud of. Compared to the transmission that I’m complaining about... the...
by Barry Loucks
Mon Aug 17, 2020 8:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Band Eating transmission
Replies: 33
Views: 7010

Re: Band Eating transmission

Hi Alan, with the clutch fork linkage disconnected there is free play in the low pedal, 1 3/4 inch to be exact before the pedal shaft starts up the ramp. As I mentioned before the ramps on the pedal shafts and hogs head were both changed. It was mentioned in an earlier post that maybe they were put ...
by Barry Loucks
Sun Aug 16, 2020 8:36 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Band Eating transmission
Replies: 33
Views: 7010

Re: Band Eating transmission

The car is NOT RHD. It is possible the cams were mixed up. I’m going back to square one today to see if I can figure it out.
by Barry Loucks
Fri Aug 14, 2020 1:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Band Eating transmission
Replies: 33
Views: 7010

Re: Band Eating transmission

Yes I do and I read it and believe I followed it.
by Barry Loucks
Fri Aug 14, 2020 11:22 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Band Eating transmission
Replies: 33
Views: 7010

Re: Band Eating transmission

Ray, I hadn’t done that. The “emergency brake” handle was pointed up.
I’ll recheck that when I get home.

Thanks for that input.

Barry
by Barry Loucks
Fri Aug 14, 2020 7:49 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Band Eating transmission
Replies: 33
Views: 7010

Re: Band Eating transmission

Thanks!! Reverse and brake were NEW drums, not good old ones. Low was a drum that was not cracked, so original to the transmission it came out of. After all these years nobody knows, but it’s safe to say it’s decades old. Back to the low pedal and band. How do I get the pedal to go down part way bef...
by Barry Loucks
Thu Aug 13, 2020 8:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Band Eating transmission
Replies: 33
Views: 7010

Re: Band Eating transmission

Okay,

The low pedal starts moving inboard towards car centerline immediately upon movement of the pedal as does reverse and brake.
So, what’s the issue with that?

Barry
by Barry Loucks
Tue Aug 11, 2020 7:29 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Band Eating transmission
Replies: 33
Views: 7010

Re: Band Eating transmission

Thanks all for the advice on polish for trans drums. I’ll have a look and compare them to the drums on my ‘13 which has no issues. It’s not easy to evaluate polish without holding parts next to each other but at least they’re in the same garage. I’ll also have a look at cam action and tell you what ...
by Barry Loucks
Mon Aug 10, 2020 7:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Band Eating transmission
Replies: 33
Views: 7010

Re: Band Eating transmission

Yeah it does suck. Just got back from a little league game. Of course I took the coupe. Geez it’s fun to drive. The problem I’m having it’s like... it’s like... I was going to say childbirth but then the baby comes and it was all worth it. I didn’t however say it was like childbirth. Cause that’s a ...
by Barry Loucks
Mon Aug 10, 2020 7:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Band Eating transmission
Replies: 33
Views: 7010

Re: Band Eating transmission

Next time!!! I can’t see my face in these, but there’s no machine marks/grooves. Maybe I’ll just slip some 400 grit between the band and the drum. Just kidding... If I can figure out how to post a photo I’ll put one up showing the finish on those drums.
I appreciate the tip.

Barry
by Barry Loucks
Mon Aug 10, 2020 5:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Band Eating transmission
Replies: 33
Views: 7010

Re: Band Eating transmission

Hi Norm, bad use of terminology. When I say I was adjusting the clutch I meant low. The clutch does not slip in high gear. Interestingly the cams on the pedals and cover were replaced. Unless the repro parts were really bad that shouldn’t be the issue. Clearly something is amiss. I’ve had a lot of g...
by Barry Loucks
Mon Aug 10, 2020 2:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Band Eating transmission
Replies: 33
Views: 7010

Re: Band Eating transmission

NO. I haven’t pulled the hogshead again. I’d rather have a root canal. I do know one guy, maybe you’ve heard of him, a Jerry Van. Jerry and his late father are the reason my cars even run. I just sent him a quick note. This is what’s tough to understand. The pedal cams were changed. I did it several...
by Barry Loucks
Mon Aug 10, 2020 1:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Band Eating transmission
Replies: 33
Views: 7010

Re: Band Eating transmission

John, That makes sense!! if the pedal cams which by the way were new and I changed the ones on the pedals too, and changed the shafts weren't engaging correctly then the adjustment would be gone but the band still good. I took a photo but I'm struggling how to upload it. If I can talk him into it, I...
by Barry Loucks
Mon Aug 10, 2020 1:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Band Eating transmission
Replies: 33
Views: 7010

Re: Band Eating transmission

The hogshead and pedals did get new cams and shafts. I forgot to mention that. The clutch pedal did go overcenter when I first stated the adjustment, I added enough so that wouldn’t happen. I’m using Quaker State SAE 10w30, no additives. I’m fearful of adjusting too fast. Yes I’m confused by the con...
by Barry Loucks
Mon Aug 10, 2020 1:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Band Eating transmission
Replies: 33
Views: 7010

Re: Band Eating transmission

They are modern clutches. The clutch slipping in low is only to get the car moving from a dead stop. My other T with Kevlar bands gets driven the same way and I haven’t adjusted those bands in a long time.
by Barry Loucks
Mon Aug 10, 2020 11:56 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Band Eating transmission
Replies: 33
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Band Eating transmission

Okay, I don't know this for sure, but I don't like where this looks like it's going... A little background is in order. I have a '22 Coupe. The engine and trans were overhauled a long time ago by Ron's Machine Shop in Ohio. Among the usual babbit, pistons, rings etc. the trans also got a new brake a...
by Barry Loucks
Sat Feb 02, 2019 7:41 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Polishing Repro Fronty covers
Replies: 11
Views: 5001

Re: Polishing Repro Fronty covers

Really nice. It’s gotta be tough to get a consistent finish on all those fins. What I found was even with hand sanding on unobstructed areas I made decent progress in a reasonable time. It’s the letters and the recessed areas for clearance to head bolts that aren’t going to shine up with a power too...
by Barry Loucks
Fri Feb 01, 2019 9:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Polishing Repro Fronty covers
Replies: 11
Views: 5001

Re: Polishing Repro Fronty covers

Yeah, that’s shiny enough. 8-)
by Barry Loucks
Fri Feb 01, 2019 8:40 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Polishing Repro Fronty covers
Replies: 11
Views: 5001

Re: Polishing Repro Fronty covers

I have one of those. I’ll give it a try. One thing to be careful of is not grinding the raised letters off. I’ve had experts do that in the past. Anything near the letters has to be done by hand.
by Barry Loucks
Wed Jan 30, 2019 1:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Polishing Repro Fronty covers
Replies: 11
Views: 5001

Re: Polishing Repro Fronty covers

Thanks Dan. I wrote a long response and found out the site was down. What is a DA sander? I’ve had mixed results from “experts” who polished parts for me. I prefer to do it myself. I’m into it now for about 2 hours and I have a long way to go before I think it’s okay. I’ll try some of the coarser pr...
by Barry Loucks
Wed Jan 30, 2019 1:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Polishing Repro Fronty covers
Replies: 11
Views: 5001

Re: Polishing Repro Fronty covers

Are we back?
by Barry Loucks
Wed Jan 30, 2019 9:45 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Polishing Repro Fronty covers
Replies: 11
Views: 5001

Polishing Repro Fronty covers

I recently bought a reproduction Fronty valve cover. The surface finish wasn’t smooth. I’d like an almost mirror finish for looks and clean-ability.
I sanded with 600 wet/dry paper and it’s much improved but wondering if there is a trick I’m missing.

Any tips are greatly appreciated.

Barry Loucks
by Barry Loucks
Fri Jan 11, 2019 3:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How to Add an Avatar Photo
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Re: How to Add an Avatar Photo

This is my daughter wearing a clown nose with her PJ’s on