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- Thu Mar 14, 2024 11:18 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Transport For Two Model T's
- Replies: 8
- Views: 716
Re: Transport For Two Model T's
You can get two bumper-less Model Ts in a 22' trailer by staggering them - one toward the left side and one toward the right. We tied them down well and also made special chocks so that they could not move. We backed the first one in and drove the second one in forward. Very tight, but it works. Mor...
- Mon Sep 04, 2023 7:03 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Fabric covered wooden body speedster plans
- Replies: 14
- Views: 998
Fabric covered wooden body speedster plans
I thought I had seen some plans for the woodwork for a speedster body that would then be covered with aircraft type fabric. Does anyone know if those plans are still available?
- Mon Jun 05, 2023 12:39 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Driving Ts from Manhattan to Lincoln
- Replies: 6
- Views: 674
Driving Ts from Manhattan to Lincoln
Is anyone planning to drive their T from the Manhattan MTFCA tour to the Speedster Reunion in Lincoln Wednesday or Thursday of the tour? Does anyone know of low traffic side routes? Thanks. Kurt Baltrusch
- Sat May 27, 2023 4:54 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: NOS REAR FENDERS, 23-25 SEDAN ONLY
- Replies: 0
- Views: 270
NOS REAR FENDERS, 23-25 SEDAN ONLY
Several 1923-1925 Sedan rear fenders, believed to be NOS, shop worn but very nice. Holes are round, no evidence of installation. $350/pair, can deliver to Manhattan KS MTFCA Tour.
- Wed Mar 08, 2023 8:55 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: YeeeeeeeeeHawwwwwwwww!!!
- Replies: 17
- Views: 2175
Re: YeeeeeeeeeHawwwwwwwww!!!
My father was the town doctor in Ekalaka, MT, in 1949 when I was born. He exported Mom to Billings for my birth as he was concerned about delivering his baby with very little back up or support. That did not seem to matter to most other patients as they wanted him to do everything from rattlesnake b...
- Mon Dec 05, 2022 7:38 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Some you’ve seen, some you haven’t…..
- Replies: 22
- Views: 1898
Re: Some you’ve seen, some you haven’t…..
The towed car looks to be pre-1915, so pre center door. Could it be a custom Australian body? It also looks like it veers in at the front so maybe it is a wider commercial body.
- Thu May 27, 2021 8:38 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: 1927 Factory/Dealer Options
- Replies: 21
- Views: 3370
Re: 1927 Factory/Dealer Options
I have a December 28, 1925 invoice for a 1926 runabout. On delivery, the buyer also bought a pickup box ($35) and a Ruckstell ($70). NO other options are listed but the car did have a starter and 30x3 1/2 wood wheels.
- Mon Jan 18, 2021 10:14 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: 5 sidelights for sale
- Replies: 0
- Views: 811
5 sidelights for sale
4 sidelights and one tailight, 1916 up, 3 burners, all in good useable, non-pitted condition. Three have lenses (one red).
- Sun Jan 17, 2021 6:43 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: 23-25 Sedan rear fenders, never installed
- Replies: 0
- Views: 588
23-25 Sedan rear fenders, never installed
One set, 1923-1925 Sedan rear fenders, shop worn but never installed. No breaks, welds or major issues - bolt holes are perfect. Will sell separate or together. $250/obo each. Send for photos or other information. These fenders might work very well for depot hacks or similar bodies as they do not ha...
- Wed Dec 23, 2020 10:15 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: 1926-27 NOS sedan/touring rear fenders, reduced price
- Replies: 0
- Views: 817
1926-27 NOS sedan/touring rear fenders, reduced price
One Pair, never installed, NOS rear fenders for 26-27 touring/sedan. No cracks or welds, no visible dents, attachment holes are perfect, some scratches in paint and possible minor damage from almost 100 years of storage. One fender has very small hole drilled, possibly for hanging, in unnoticeable s...
- Tue Dec 15, 2020 12:46 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: 1926-1927 NOS Touring/Sedan rear fenders
- Replies: 0
- Views: 631
1926-1927 NOS Touring/Sedan rear fenders
One Pair, believed to be never installed, NOS rear fenders for 26-27 touring/sedan. No cracks or welds, no visible dents, attachment holes are perfect, some scratches in paint and possible minor damage from almost 100 years of storage. One fender has very small hole drilled, possibly for hanging, in...
- Tue Dec 01, 2020 8:36 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: 1914 and 1916 engine blocks
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1095
1914 and 1916 engine blocks
I have two bare engine blocks, one with a casting date of 6-26-14, SN 542,658 (July 3, 1914) and one 12-23-15, SN 1,019,293 (December 24, 1915). I am open to offers but have no idea about the condition of either. They have been in covered storage for many years - let me know and I can get further in...
- Mon Nov 30, 2020 7:01 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Rim Spreading Tool
- Replies: 0
- Views: 670
Rim Spreading Tool
Cleveland (I think) rim spreading tool.
$75/obo- Tue Jul 21, 2020 8:46 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Headlights with non-Ford rims
- Replies: 3
- Views: 2013
Headlights with non-Ford rims
One pair stock headlights with Ford H lenses, but with brass non-Ford Brass Rims. These rims will be screwed to headlight bucket and fit fairly well with little adaptation. Headlights.JPG Would work nicely for a speedster. $75/obo + shopping for lens and rims, with or without buckets and reflectors.
- Tue Jul 21, 2020 8:35 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: 1916 on Sidelights
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1274
1916 on Sidelights
Five 1916 and later sidelights. NO brass trim. Please send for photo and I will sell the lot for $250/obo
- Thu Jul 16, 2020 9:45 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: 1915 coil box lids
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1338
1915 coil box lids
I have 2 1915-early 16 one piece coil box lids. Both have some paint left but also have some rust pitting, especially on the insides. $40 each + shipping
- Mon Mar 30, 2020 8:22 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: New Gas Tank
- Replies: 8
- Views: 3514
Re: New Gas Tank
Before I sent it back I would assure myself that they had a replacement to send to you. As I understand it, there is only one shop making these and all tanks have been hard to come by and there was a waiting list. The advantage of some of the other T parts dealers is that the owner himself will talk...
- Wed Mar 18, 2020 9:54 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Wasted Spark
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1649
Wasted Spark
I was looking through an old 3 volume set of Model T accessories and found a timer that used only two coils and operated on the "wasted spark" theory which has been used on other engines, including Harleys, for many years. It is also used on the True Fire system. Advantages would be only two coils a...
- Sat Feb 29, 2020 1:12 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: NOS rear 23-25 Sedan Fenders
- Replies: 0
- Views: 1261
NOS rear 23-25 Sedan Fenders
One pair 23-25 NOS rear sedan fenders. Shop worn but vgc. email for photos $400/pair. baltrusch@q.com
- Sat Feb 29, 2020 1:04 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Rt Front NOS fender, 25 and 26-27 TT
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1351
Rt Front NOS fender, 25 and 26-27 TT
This is a never installed fender with some storage damage as there is a dent in the top. However, there are no cracks or other serious issues. This is the fender with one raised rib that runs under the splash apron which is said to have been introduces in 1925 and then used on 26-27 TTs. Sometimes r...
- Tue Feb 04, 2020 8:38 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Genrator block off Casting
- Replies: 3
- Views: 2205
Genrator block off Casting
There has been some discussion recently on the 1919 era cars that came without starters and generators, and that some of these cars came with a block off plate that eliminated the generator casting, This part made the engines look like the older blocks before they just started putting the 3 holed me...
- Tue Jan 28, 2020 8:56 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: T1769 Non-Generator Casting
- Replies: 0
- Views: 1089
T1769 Non-Generator Casting
t1769.docx This looks to be a never used casting that was used on non-generator cars in 1919 and 1920. I believe it is sometimes shown as part T3017B, but this one has 1769 cast into it. It replaces the casting that holds the generator and makes it look more like a non-starter block. Great for a la...
- Mon Jan 27, 2020 11:31 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Apco Engine Mounts
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1424
Apco Engine Mounts
I have several Apco rear side engine mounts for when the oil pan mounts broke. Never used. $15 ea.
- Sat Jan 25, 2020 8:35 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Stick in time took out crank?
- Replies: 14
- Views: 5592
Re: Stick in time took out crank?
It’s a good candidate for a two cylinder job. One old article I read stated that the owner did that after he broke the crank similarly and it took 13 hacksaw blades to cut the block in two! People were more resourceful, and patient, back then! I have one of those engines and it sounds like a John De...
- Wed Jan 22, 2020 9:30 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Shorpy old time photos
- Replies: 7
- Views: 3606
Shorpy old time photos
One of my favorite sites is Shorpy.com as it has different old time photos every day and has been discussed here before. This week one was titled "Water Boys: 1939" and showed two kids pumping water out of a communal well. The remains of a 12 year old Model T are in the background, but also shown is...
- Wed Jan 15, 2020 8:56 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Non-Ford grease cup - what is it for?
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1666
Non-Ford grease cup - what is it for?
This is not a Ford item but is a cool grease cup that is nicely plated and includes a ratchet mechanism so that you can only turn it one way and a handle so you don't get greasy. I assume it was in the inside of a higher dollar car but I have never seen another. Any Ideas?
- Tue Jan 14, 2020 10:08 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: What is this KRW tool?
- Replies: 3
- Views: 2179
What is this KRW tool?
This part came in a bunch of stuff that included a Model A era KRW differential stand but I do not know if it goes with that or not. What is it?
- Tue Dec 17, 2019 9:57 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Building a Body on a Buck
- Replies: 7
- Views: 3315
Re: Building a Body on a Buck
Henry - what a great project and what lucky grandkids! Many of you have probably heard of Ernie Adams from Maricopa AZ (google Ernie’s Dwarf Car’s) who builds amazing apprroximately 2/3 scale replicas using steel bucks and often refrigerator panels. These cars are very accurate and include a 49 Merc...
- Sat Dec 14, 2019 8:11 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Your thoughts please.
- Replies: 37
- Views: 10131
Re: Your thoughts please.
I made a front mount starter for a friend and it works very well. I used an ATV starter clutch on the crankshaft and a chain to the starter - the chain is idle when the engine runs. I replaced the bendix with a sprocket and used a permanent magnet Nissan starter which turns backward with positive gr...
- Sat Nov 16, 2019 9:44 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: T1769 Timing cover
- Replies: 0
- Views: 1107
T1769 Timing cover
Ford Part T1769 timing gear cover. This piece replaces the generator casting and makes a later engine look earlier - search T1769 for photos. $50 + shipping
- Sat Nov 16, 2019 9:29 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Pair 23-25 sedan rear fenders, L side coupe fender
- Replies: 0
- Views: 1030
Pair 23-25 sedan rear fenders, L side coupe fender
One pair 23-25 Sedan rear fenders, vgc and possibly NOS- $250 for the pair. Also, Left side 23-25 coupe fender, vgc. $100. Send for photos.
- Sun Sep 08, 2019 7:12 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Very good LR fender for 23-25 coupe
- Replies: 0
- Views: 1124
Very good LR fender for 23-25 coupe
One outstanding left rear fender for a 23-25 coupe. $125 + shipping. Baltrusch@q.com
- Tue Aug 20, 2019 9:36 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: 23-25 REAR SEDAN FENDERS
- Replies: 0
- Views: 1101
23-25 REAR SEDAN FENDERS
One pair 1923-1925 Sedan Rear Fenders, VGC, look to be shop worn NOS. AS far as I know, these fenders will fit just the 23-25 sedans. $450/BO for the pair. Inquire for photos and more information. Baltrusch@q.com
- Wed Jun 05, 2019 10:14 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: So tell me why I should buy a model T?
- Replies: 61
- Views: 18141
Re: So tell me why I should buy a model T?
I echo all of the above. The greatest part for me, which I learned years ago, is that the engine responds to your inputs, that is mixture, spark advance, etc. When drivers today sense an issue, they may miss-diagnose what is going on as they have no control - all is automatic. With a Model T, if it ...
- Wed Jun 05, 2019 9:55 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Wheel Spindle help!
- Replies: 13
- Views: 5664
Re: Wheel Spindle help!
I assume that the 1910 is the same as the later Ts, if not, excuse my ignorance! It is good that the right side with the left hand threads went on well as a 3/4x16 left hand die might be hard to find. However, the thread file has always worked for me, and will work on either side. Another trick is t...
- Wed Jun 05, 2019 9:19 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Any info on how to upholster a Rootlieb Speedster seat?
- Replies: 5
- Views: 3044
Re: Any info on how to upholster a Rootlieb Speedster seat?
I called Rootlieb recently to find if there was anyone making a kit and they said no. Mine are now at the local upholstery shop and I will send photos if I can get them. This shop does excellent work but they are pricey.
- Mon May 27, 2019 9:03 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: EZ cold start jack
- Replies: 9
- Views: 4392
Re: EZ cold start jack
I found this jack some time ago and painted it and put on a new handle. I works well but you'd have to have a pickup to take it along! It was made by J.H. Whetstone in Michigan.
- Sat Mar 23, 2019 9:35 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: "Ford ordered the new sedan bodies from an outside vendor"
- Replies: 9
- Views: 4637
Re: "Ford ordered the new sedan bodies from an outside vendor"
I believe that Wadsworth and Fisher were the major pre-1923 sedan suppliers. I read somewhere that the Wadsworth factory burned down in the late teens and may or may not have produced bodies after that. I compared my 1922 sedan body to one that was reported to be a Fisher and there were minor differ...
- Wed Mar 13, 2019 9:50 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Sure fire way to find oil leaks
- Replies: 6
- Views: 3719
Re: Sure fire way to find oil leaks
The powder sounds like a great way to find leaks. Another method is that auto supply houses sell a dye that you add to the oil and then use a black light to find the leak.
- Thu Mar 07, 2019 2:57 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Powder coating rims
- Replies: 14
- Views: 6825
Re: Powder coating rims
I have two sets of wire wheels that I had powder coated and both look nice and are holding up well. The first set are Hayes and I took them to the les Schwab tire dealer. They truck the wheels to their facility in Oregon where a machine blasts and powdercoats them at a cost of under $35 each deliver...
- Mon Mar 04, 2019 8:57 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: 1911 Dash Fillerboard
- Replies: 13
- Views: 6010
Re: 1911 Dash Fillerboard
Maybe this is a little off-topic. Does anyone know the rationale for the filler board? I see several variations in the old photos but wonder why it was used at all. It seems that it would have been easier, stronger, and cheaper to just make the firewall 3 7/8" taller and not use the extra piece.
- Mon Feb 18, 2019 9:01 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Old photo A crate of T
- Replies: 16
- Views: 7494
Re: Old photo A crate of T
Where is the top? I assume that they were loose and all you did was tack the rear of the top to the back seat.
- Thu Feb 14, 2019 7:25 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: How Long Have You Owned Your Old Iron?
- Replies: 62
- Views: 17778
Re: How Long Have You Owned Your Old Iron?
I found a 1918 Ford touring with half the body gone in 1963 when I was 14 and the guy wanted $150. Dad and I each came up with $75 and went to get it. The seller told me it had been sold, and I told him I thought we had a deal for $150. Early life lesson 1 - it ain't yours till you put money down. T...
- Tue Feb 12, 2019 9:43 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Fork Mounted Electric Headlights
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2113
Fork Mounted Electric Headlights
For Sale: One pair of non-Ford electric headlights mounted on steel Ford style forks. These are about 1" wider than Ford lights and have a nickeled or otherwise bright rim. They are in very good condition with clear glass and nice reflectors and no rust. Forks have been widened to fit these lights. ...
- Sun Feb 10, 2019 10:00 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Cooke City Highway in Montana
- Replies: 8
- Views: 3935
Cooke City Highway in Montana
The Cooke City Highway (Highway 212)provides a great Model T route from Billings to Yellowstone and you can proceed to Yellowstone or turn off of that and go toward Cody, WY on the Sunlight Basin Road (Highway 296). The Buffalo Bill Museum in Cody is a great stop. Both roads are very scenic but you ...
- Thu Feb 07, 2019 10:10 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Saturday Evening Post Cover
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1602
Saturday Evening Post Cover
I found this Saturday Evening Post (Fall, 1971) cover while staying at the La Posada Hotel in Winslow, AZ, along Route 66. It might have been posted but before my time. It exhibits an interesting twist to our hobby.
- Wed Feb 06, 2019 1:55 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Rajo model?
- Replies: 13
- Views: 5602
Re: Rajo model?
This is a RAJO I got some time ago and will use on a speedster. I think it is an early Model 30 but really do not know. It has just one intake port but no bump-out on the left side for the intake. The exhaust manifold connects to a normal Model T exhaust pipe. Any ideas of the model or intended use ...
- Fri Feb 01, 2019 9:49 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Great service from Snyder's
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2109
Great service from Snyder's
Several years ago I ordered a set of brass headlight forks for the brass lamps on my speedster. I finally got around to installing them last week and I found I had two right hand brackets. While I order most of my parts from Snyder's I could not find the invoice so they could have come from one of t...
- Sun Jan 13, 2019 9:45 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Cold Start Advice Needed
- Replies: 38
- Views: 11733
Re: Cold Start Advice Needed
I got my starterless T in 1963 and over the past 50+ years I have had numerous occasions to hand crank it in cold weather. Today's oils make that much easier. Generally, all I did was make sure I had a good battery, put in warm water from the house and jack up one rear wheel, and it always started. ...