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by Rob
Thu Feb 29, 2024 9:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: You tell me
Replies: 63
Views: 5133

Re: You tell me

Looks great!!!!
by Rob
Thu Feb 29, 2024 12:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1899 to 1910 Ford and others labor statistics, State of Michigan Dept. of Labor
Replies: 1
Views: 292

Re: 1899 to 1910 Ford and others labor statistics, State of Michigan Dept. of Labor

From the same MI Labor Dept. reports, projected production for 1911.

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by Rob
Thu Feb 29, 2024 11:47 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: First car
Replies: 17
Views: 1087

Re: First car

[image][/image]Jerry, yes, I intended to mention that. The plugged holes are still evident in the felloes.
by Rob
Thu Feb 29, 2024 10:58 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1899 to 1910 Ford and others labor statistics, State of Michigan Dept. of Labor
Replies: 1
Views: 292

1899 to 1910 Ford and others labor statistics, State of Michigan Dept. of Labor

I thought these numbers interesting. Michigan Department of Labor conducted factory inspections and took a head count each year. Unfortunately they didn't provide a factory breakdown for 1902 and 03. The initial Ford Motor Co. numbers show a low number of employees at the Mack Avenue plant. This ins...
by Rob
Thu Feb 29, 2024 8:38 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: First car
Replies: 17
Views: 1087

Re: First car

Tom, As always, thank you for the wonderful photos. A few observations on the Model N: 2DBF8986-F8DB-4CF0-A1F2-EA5012C921B1.jpeg The bale handled side lamps and "thick'' or "light bulb" radiator neck (along with slightly higher different "shoulders" on the rad) lead me ot believe it's a 1906. Only a...
by Rob
Mon Feb 12, 2024 10:33 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Does anyone have front floorboard dimensions for 12 touring?
Replies: 2
Views: 202

Re: Does anyone have front floorboard dimensions for 12 touring?

Dan,
Thank you!! That's perfect for the top board. If anyone has the bottom two dimensions that would be great too.
Cheers,
Rob
by Rob
Mon Feb 12, 2024 10:10 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Does anyone have front floorboard dimensions for 12 touring?
Replies: 2
Views: 202

Does anyone have front floorboard dimensions for 12 touring?

Does anyone have 1912 touring front floorboard dimensions or a drawing? A friend needs this for his touring car.
Thank you for any help,
Rob
by Rob
Fri Feb 02, 2024 9:28 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What happend next - assembling Model T abroad
Replies: 22
Views: 1214

Re: What happend next - assembling Model T abroad

Great information, photos and history.
Thank you for posting.
by Rob
Mon Jan 29, 2024 8:13 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: Twelve cylinder Maxwell - and a Painting
Replies: 10
Views: 754

Re: Twelve cylinder Maxwell - and a Painting

Great photo and info. Thank you for posting.
by Rob
Thu Jan 18, 2024 8:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Old Car Festival, 1982 and 2004.
Replies: 19
Views: 1222

Re: Old Car Festival, 1982.

Mark and Kevin, that’s good to hear. I’ve read about “Larry 0’Neil’s Model K,” however didn’t know anything about him. Many of the well known “K” people like Larry, Larry Porter, Cecil Church, Don Mates, Cecil Ralston, Elmer Bemis, Dick Williams and others are gone, and their stories and knowledge w...
by Rob
Wed Jan 17, 2024 7:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Old Car Festival, 1982 and 2004.
Replies: 19
Views: 1222

Re: Old Car Festival, 1982.

James, I was trying to determine whose Model K Roadster it belonged/belongs to also. I don't have a photo of Larry O'Neil's K, but it may be the one below now owned by Fountainhead Museum in Alaska: 8821AEFF-676B-4C0E-BAFB-76B0342EB9E9.jpeg A couple of other white Model K Roadsters "out there" This ...
by Rob
Wed Jan 17, 2024 9:28 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Old Car Festival, 1982 and 2004.
Replies: 19
Views: 1222

Re: Old Car Festival, 1982.

Great pics. Thank you.
by Rob
Thu Jan 04, 2024 12:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Early Ford forum invite.
Replies: 17
Views: 2717

Re: Early Ford forum invite.

Thank you for the update/invite Drew. Hope you all stop in once in awhile. We’re going through a website makeover, but the forum platform will stay like this one. Hope you all had a good holiday season. EFR Forum: https://earlyfordregistry.com/phpBB3/viewforum.php?f=3 EFR Cars and Parts, wanted and ...
by Rob
Sun Dec 24, 2023 1:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: In 1947 Clara Ford wrote this Christmas letter to a friend.
Replies: 1
Views: 340

In 1947 Clara Ford wrote this Christmas letter to a friend.

In 1947 Clara Ford sent this letter to a friend, writing about the loss of her husband and first Christmas without him. I've long thought this letter touching and poignant. Click on the link below for the three and a half minute video: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/cm25y9j46qiuz22x7hbf7/The-Letter-...
by Rob
Sat Dec 23, 2023 2:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: MERRY CHRISTMAS…
Replies: 4
Views: 405

Re: MERRY CHRISTMAS…

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by Rob
Thu Dec 21, 2023 1:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: State of the art in 1906
Replies: 9
Views: 778

Re: State of the art in 1906

Greg, I agree with your assessment. Of course, we (people) frequently think the period we live in (context) has achieved close to all there is to achieve. I’ve recently been looking into the earliest Fords, the 8 then 10 hp Model A, and all the “signatures” of the future Model T were there. Lightnes...
by Rob
Thu Dec 21, 2023 6:15 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Frank Kulick - in his own words
Replies: 10
Views: 1160

Re: Frank Kulick - in his own words

Thank you Kim. A lot of Ford history standing for that photo.
Merry Christmas.
by Rob
Thu Dec 21, 2023 6:04 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: **SPEEDSTER PIC's Please**
Replies: 84
Views: 4361

Re: **SPEEDSTER PIC's Please**

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by Rob
Mon Dec 18, 2023 5:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: My Christmas Present to Me
Replies: 28
Views: 1424

Re: My Christmas Present to Me

Wow! Looks great. Merry Christmas.
by Rob
Mon Dec 18, 2023 1:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Frank Kulick - in his own words
Replies: 10
Views: 1160

Re: Frank Kulick - in his own words

Thanks guys. Dan, I've not stamped numbers on a block. However, I think I've bought a few cars where someone else did..... :shock: Merry Christmas all, Rob Late edit; found this photo of the eight "stampers:" CAE1B363-4460-4B81-815A-640F3A51247F.jpeg Courtesy of THF (digital online collection), all ...
by Rob
Mon Dec 18, 2023 9:44 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: A picture is worth 1,000 words with Steve Jelf
Replies: 58
Views: 3726

Re: A picture is worth 1,000 words with Steve Jelf

Great update. Good to see you "back in the saddle."
Happy Holidays
by Rob
Mon Dec 18, 2023 8:50 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Frank Kulick - in his own words
Replies: 10
Views: 1160

Frank Kulick - in his own words

Frank Kulick was Ford Motor Company's fifth employee, hired in the early summer of 1903, before the first Ford Model A was on the market. In this video he tells, in his own words how he helped Henry Ford sort out those first Model A, and about working with and for Henry Ford. He goes into detail abo...
by Rob
Mon Dec 11, 2023 8:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Post photos of 2023 OCF Here for Steve
Replies: 4
Views: 719

Re: Post photos of 2023 OCF Here for Steve

Steve, Models B, six cylinder N (1906 prototype) and 3 Model K pass in review. All the best as you work at recovery, Rob and the early Ford folks Link: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/8na6q4ukdw375rlm2z3l5/OCF-Pass-In-Review2023.mp4?rlkey=nc7xtbtaf8svei5j88b49unzd&dl=0 7F223C04-CA65-4D4E-A7C6-35C0247...
by Rob
Sat Dec 09, 2023 11:16 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Working the show.
Replies: 10
Views: 1180

Re: Working the show.

Great pics, as always. Thank you for posting.
by Rob
Sat Dec 09, 2023 11:14 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: That perfect stocking stuffer......... yes, it's early Ford related
Replies: 9
Views: 1201

Re: That perfect stocking stuffer......... yes, it's early Ford related

Ok fine. I still like the that the '"centerfold" is a Ford (Model K no less....).

Happy Holidays
by Rob
Fri Dec 08, 2023 8:14 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: That perfect stocking stuffer......... yes, it's early Ford related
Replies: 9
Views: 1201

That perfect stocking stuffer......... yes, it's early Ford related

I was looking for a book at Barnes and Noble for an old car friend who "has everything" regarding old car paraphernalia. I thought, "he has Carl Pates book on early Fords, as well as several others, I'll just see if theres a good coffee table book" at the store. As I was browsing with Julie in the "...
by Rob
Wed Dec 06, 2023 1:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Henry Ford's Car
Replies: 9
Views: 1028

Re: Henry Ford's Car

From a very suspect memory; I believe Henry Ford and Frank Kulick each had a couplet that was upgraded over the years. I think one, or both were at OCF several years ago by the show field tent? I’m sure someone will correct my feeble recollections. Edsel had several custom made cars over the years. ...
by Rob
Mon Dec 04, 2023 10:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Comments wanted. Another 1908 Model T?
Replies: 21
Views: 1432

Re: Comments wanted. Another 1908 Model T?

The original 1953 article:
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by Rob
Fri Dec 01, 2023 8:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Paging Rob Heyen
Replies: 2
Views: 502

Re: Paging Rob Heyen

Thanks Erik, You nailed it. Below is the link, pic and enhancements of a nice 1906 Ford Model K. First year of the K, Ford sold about 300. While that seems like a small number, it catapulted FMC to the position of largest six cylinder producer in the world, out producing Napier, Rolls (first 6), Ste...
by Rob
Fri Oct 20, 2023 8:42 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Dimensions needed for 1909 E&J 2-teir lens flare
Replies: 9
Views: 412

Re: Dimensions needed for 1909 E&J 2-teir lens flare

Early Model N Gray & Davis, as well as other lamps did offer red/green lamp shades. Not sure when they were no longer available. Recent pic of our 1906 N, with original G&D lamps: 0F183756-2DA5-40CD-B064-4E256BBA385C.jpeg C1154D30-E8C3-4F9C-A736-4CF461642447.jpeg FDC3F733-AA8D-4C68-A18A-ACA19AE8A389...
by Rob
Fri Oct 20, 2023 6:31 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Rob Heyen could use a funnel
Replies: 7
Views: 904

Re: Rob Heyen could use a funnel

Fake news. Smoke and mirrors. Can't be. I know nothing........ :shock:

Probably some other old guy with a red K roadster….. yeah, that’s it.
by Rob
Fri Oct 20, 2023 6:30 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: PoorSteve
Replies: 8
Views: 1287

Re: PoorSteve

Thank you for the update. Hoping and praying for the best for Steve.
by Rob
Mon Oct 16, 2023 9:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1910 car identification
Replies: 10
Views: 775

Re: 1910 car identification

Another view:
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by Rob
Sat Oct 14, 2023 8:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Any idea how this affects a racer/speedster?
Replies: 11
Views: 968

Re: Any idea how this affects a racer/speedster?

This device looks like it let the spring depress, but not rise at speed. I wish I had taken more detailed photos. It is oval, so not a lock, but allows shackle movement in one direction (downward spring action).
by Rob
Fri Oct 13, 2023 9:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Any idea how this affects a racer/speedster?
Replies: 11
Views: 968

Any idea how this affects a racer/speedster?

This addition is on the Ford Special racer at THF. It’s only on the right spring, and appears to limit possibly the upward flex of the spring? Anyone familiar with anything similar on other T’s? My guess is this is to help hold curves on tracks, since it’s on the right side only. This is the 410 c.i...
by Rob
Fri Oct 13, 2023 4:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: The first Ford timed at 100 mph, as it looks today.
Replies: 5
Views: 762

Re: The first Ford timed at 100 mph, as it looks today.

Matthew,
Yes, and yes. I’ll get back on “that K.” It’s a “Special K” story (and I’m not talking about breakfast cereal).
Cheers,
Rob
by Rob
Fri Oct 13, 2023 2:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: The first Ford timed at 100 mph, as it looks today.
Replies: 5
Views: 762

The first Ford timed at 100 mph, as it looks today.

We were fortunate to see the 1100 cubic inch Ford six cylinder racer at THF, off site, during Old Car Festival. Firsts for this racer include the first timed 100 mph run, a beach race trophy, and the last known racer Henry Ford raced. It’s also the last known racer Henry Ford took out on the track, ...
by Rob
Thu Oct 12, 2023 7:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 10/11/2023 Steve Jelf Update
Replies: 11
Views: 1624

Re: 10/11/2023 Steve Jelf Update

Mark, thank you for the updates!
by Rob
Thu Oct 12, 2023 7:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Free Start - Interesting what I discovered
Replies: 47
Views: 1844

Re: Free Start - Interesting what I discovered

I was somewhat surprised to see that “starting on the spark” was a common theme and often mentioned in early auto stories (1904 on). Ford was promoting the concept with their first four cylinder model (B). Winton, who came out with their air starter in 1907 (Model 16-6), declared that the violence o...
by Rob
Thu Oct 12, 2023 6:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Free Start - Interesting what I discovered
Replies: 47
Views: 1844

Re: Free Start - Interesting what I discovered

Here’s a somewhat infamous car free starting, I mean “starting on the spark.”
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by Rob
Wed Oct 11, 2023 3:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Free Start - Interesting what I discovered
Replies: 47
Views: 1844

Re: Free Start - Interesting what I discovered

Rich, sometimes I take it another step, and slowly retard the spark until the engine pops, immediately advancing the lever. If I catch it right, i get a good start on spark, and the advance helps it keep running. My former K touring was great at free starts, especially with a warm engine. The K road...
by Rob
Wed Oct 11, 2023 11:21 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Free Start - Interesting what I discovered
Replies: 47
Views: 1844

Re: Free Start - Interesting what I discovered

Maybe instead of “free start” it should be referred to as Ford Motor Co. did, “starting on the spark.” I’ve had motors that did, and others that didn’t, sometimes for no apparent reason. I agree, a tight engine may not work. On our Model B (1905), it started on the spark every time, but didn’t have ...
by Rob
Wed Oct 11, 2023 11:08 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Simms-Huff starter generator unit application ?
Replies: 2
Views: 216

Re: Simms-Huff starter generator unit application ?

Looks like Simms-Huff starter/generator/lighting system was standard on 1915 and later MAxwell. Anything like these?
by Rob
Tue Oct 10, 2023 6:30 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: My Hershey experience, and fulfilling a promise.
Replies: 10
Views: 857

Re: My Hershey experience, and fulfilling a promise.

Thank you guys. Carl has been a wonderful friend and mentor. We haven't had a chance to connect since the pandemic. He and Anne were fixtures at New London to New Brighton and Old Car Festival, as well as Hershey, where they hosted the Early Ford gathering every year. Carl has always listened to my ...
by Rob
Mon Oct 09, 2023 2:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: My Racer – old 28 – 1971-1982
Replies: 12
Views: 1171

Re: My Racer – old 28 – 1971-1982

Rich,
Great story, photos and history. Thank you for writing/posting this thread.
by Rob
Mon Oct 09, 2023 11:33 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: My Hershey experience, and fulfilling a promise.
Replies: 10
Views: 857

My Hershey experience, and fulfilling a promise.

I wasn’t going to make Hershey this year. 1250 miles each way at 10 mpg (diesel pickup pulling a trailer) seemed a bit much. However, I had told Carl Pate I was going to have a ride in a Model B for him. Carl has been battling severe health issues, and I didn’t know if I was ever going to follow thr...
by Rob
Fri Oct 06, 2023 2:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: A Hershey Surprise (for me)
Replies: 4
Views: 1132

Re: A Hershey Surprise (for me)

Sean, Great meeting you. My time at Hershey was limited. Left home (Nebraska) at 11:00 am Monday and arrived at 12:30 pm Tuesday. The main reason was to give a friend who is ill a ride in the only alphabet Ford he had yet to experience. That happened at the Early Ford meeting Wednesday, so I left fo...
by Rob
Wed Sep 20, 2023 7:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: My New Ride
Replies: 19
Views: 832

Re: My New Ride

Congratulations, and all beautiful cars! Thank you all for posting.
by Rob
Mon Sep 18, 2023 8:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Monday’s Jelf Report
Replies: 10
Views: 1144

Re: Monday’s Jelf Report

Thank you for the updates.
by Rob
Mon Sep 18, 2023 5:45 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: It’s not a T, but it is a 4 cyl Ford.
Replies: 8
Views: 687

Re: It’s not a T, but it is a 4 cyl Ford.

KeithG, My pleasure. As we sort out this B, I find myself impressed. Our early (May 1905) F is an excellent driver, and initially I wasn’t sure the B would match up. However, I’m finding the B a really good ride. While the F is a good 28-32 mph driver, the roomier B is quite comfortable at 30-35 mph...
by Rob
Sun Sep 17, 2023 9:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: It’s not a T, but it is a 4 cyl Ford.
Replies: 8
Views: 687

Re: It’s not a T, but it is a 4 cyl Ford.

Keith,
We talk, however I don’t think his system is up and working. I’ve suggested he try to make New London to New Brighton and/or Old Car Festival next year to take a drive. He is an incredible craftsman and enthusiast.
Hope your summer has gone well,
Rob
by Rob
Sun Sep 17, 2023 5:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: It’s not a T, but it is a 4 cyl Ford.
Replies: 8
Views: 687

It’s not a T, but it is a 4 cyl Ford.

Took the B out for a short drive yesterday. Hopefully I’ll have it at Hershey for the Early Ford Registry meet and greet. Click on the link below for a short drive: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/i9lfpdl8jj0iv2tadru9b/My-project-41.mp4?rlkey=8kuc5so4tu9pthzwus5v12cpe&dl=0 CCC4A01A-4848-4420-A3E5-E45...
by Rob
Tue Sep 12, 2023 3:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: OCF Pass in Review, B, 6 cyl. Prototype and three Ks.
Replies: 4
Views: 408

Re: OCF Pass in Review, B, 6 cyl. Prototype and three Ks.

Brian, Sorry, that was me. We were routed onto that street accidentally, and instead of trying to back/turn around on the crowded street, it seemed safer and quicker to move around the edge where I could see and be seen. Guess I could have shut it off and pushed it. The disruption was for seconds. H...
by Rob
Tue Sep 12, 2023 10:44 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Bella Italia tour
Replies: 6
Views: 371

Re: Bella Italia tour

Great to hear from our Teutonic friends. Enjoy, and thank you for posting.
by Rob
Sun Sep 03, 2023 1:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Up and running, OCF, here I come….
Replies: 4
Views: 979

Up and running, OCF, here I come….

Had a problem, but now it’s off to the races (actually, off to Dearborn). A reminder, for anyone in Detroit early, we’re having a gathering of Early Fords at Piquette Wednesday afternoon. The Early Ford Registry is presenting a fundraising check to the Piquette Plant staff around 3:00 pm. We’re expe...
by Rob
Wed Aug 23, 2023 9:37 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Notice For Russ Potter Rebuilding Carburetors
Replies: 11
Views: 1588

Re: Notice For Russ Potter Rebuilding Carburetors

Thanks for the update. All our best wishes and prayers. As mentioned, one of the many good guys on this forum and in our hobby.
by Rob
Tue Aug 22, 2023 4:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: N's, R's & S's
Replies: 18
Views: 1313

Re: N's, R's & S's

One thing to consider, often “runabout” and “roadster” are confused and commingled when talking about Model S. A rule of thumb is, about 2500 R and about 2500 Model S runabouts were produced. Around 3300-3500 S roadsters (rumble seats). R appeared in the winter/early spring of 1907. S runabouts in t...
by Rob
Tue Aug 22, 2023 3:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Cart vs Horse....,
Replies: 25
Views: 1459

Re: Cart vs Horse....,

Beautiful work! Incredible. Thank you for sharing your project and tremendous craftsmanship.
by Rob
Tue Aug 22, 2023 9:39 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: N's, R's & S's
Replies: 18
Views: 1313

Re: N's, R's & S's

Clayton, My car is an “N.” A very early one, evidenced by several early non-production features including different front wishbone to axle bolts, downward protruding brake levers (at the hub), and no boss for the engine number on the crankcase. I left it the same, since it was that way as of 1925 (a...
by Rob
Mon Aug 21, 2023 10:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: N's, R's & S's
Replies: 18
Views: 1313

Re: N's, R's & S's

A few non-production and aftermarket bodied Fords: This is our N, as it appeared at a Ford dealership in 1925. It’s an early N (#3), with later radiator, aftermarket fenders, running boards and rumble seat: 5A1CA9AC-1AF4-496C-A7F4-4E4B2932060A.jpeg 1908 S with double back seat: 81345D63-C144-4853-85...
by Rob
Mon Aug 21, 2023 7:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: N's, R's & S's
Replies: 18
Views: 1313

Re: N's, R's & S's

Clayton,
Any old photos of your NRS speedster? Sounds quite interesting. You might try the Early Ford Registry for any parts needs.
Thank you for your posts. I’ll add a few non-stock photos here as I find them in my well organized (not) digital filing system (batch of thousands of pics…. ).
by Rob
Fri Aug 18, 2023 10:10 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Meeting at Piquette Wednesday prior to Old Car Festival
Replies: 2
Views: 374

Re: Meeting at Piquette Wednesday prior to Old Car Festival

Steve,
Safe travels, and see you there. Hope it works for other forum members.
Cheers,
Rob
by Rob
Thu Aug 17, 2023 7:51 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Meeting at Piquette Wednesday prior to Old Car Festival
Replies: 2
Views: 374

Meeting at Piquette Wednesday prior to Old Car Festival

The Early Ford Registry is planning a presentation gathering at the Piquette Plant Wednesday, September 6th, prior to Old Car Festival weekend. If anyone is in Detroit at that time, join us as we present our Early Ford Registry match gift to the Piquette staff. I plan to arrive by 2:00 in the aftern...
by Rob
Mon Aug 14, 2023 11:55 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: New London to New Brighton run
Replies: 26
Views: 1863

Re: New London to New Brighton run

A few pics at the start:
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1906 Model F:
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1904 10 hp Model A:
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by Rob
Mon Aug 14, 2023 11:48 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: New London to New Brighton run
Replies: 26
Views: 1863

Re: New London to New Brighton run

I believe this is the first Ford Model B to begin, and complete New London to New Brighton. Mike Spencer from England is driving (click on the link to see the one minute video): https://www.dropbox.com/s/b3chm7v2taffvil/Model%20B%20finishing%20NLNB%20MN%20tour.mov?dl=0 C66E4D45-5432-4E40-BA71-47FA05...
by Rob
Tue Aug 01, 2023 10:10 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: The Coupelets Just Keep Multiplying!!!
Replies: 14
Views: 1377

Re: The Coupelets Just Keep Multiplying!!!

Congratulations Russ. And your trailer will make a good “mobile garage” for that next one….
by Rob
Thu Jul 27, 2023 11:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: One of the early Model T's-Old photo
Replies: 27
Views: 1740

Re: One of the early Model T's-Old photo

A little more to work with on this one. BD68CC46-DE00-4869-A03F-ABF76293407C.jpeg NRS had a spring steel piece and latch on the water pump to hold the crank upright. Model B and the 1906 K had a different arrangement to hold the crank upright (I believe the same set up as the waterpump T). Hopefully...
by Rob
Tue Jul 11, 2023 8:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Touring in Richmond.
Replies: 2
Views: 454

Re: Touring in Richmond.

Received some tour pics from Rick L. Rick’s 1904 10 hp Model A: 6EC47A4B-11A9-48C1-8B49-53E05227018D.jpeg Left to right, maybe a REO or Maxwell(?), 1906 Model F and Model A: E14FB8EA-6377-4944-9048-032718DD087E.jpeg Paul and Karen driving their 1906 F, taken from the rear tonneau of the Model A: 59A...
by Rob
Tue Jul 11, 2023 11:45 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Touring in Richmond.
Replies: 2
Views: 454

Re: Touring in Richmond.

Paul, photos please…..
Enjoy,
Rob
by Rob
Tue Jul 04, 2023 9:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Bud Delong
Replies: 36
Views: 5951

Re: Bud Delong

Oh well. It’s good to think of an old friend. Godspeed Bud. We’ll all be joining you at some point.
by Rob
Mon Jul 03, 2023 4:12 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: #4 arrived home on Wednesday.
Replies: 5
Views: 693

Re: #4 arrived home on Wednesday.

Glad to hear you made it safely home. Good seeing you in Lincoln again.
Rob
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by Rob
Sat Jul 01, 2023 8:17 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Time for a long Ford story. Late 1904 and early 1905.
Replies: 9
Views: 761

Re: Time for a long Ford story. Late 1904 and early 1905.

George H., I saw your post after posting my last. Thank you. We're down to the last weekly vote total, January 12, 1905. Ford has moved up one to 9th again. Not bad for a company that barely registered at the start of this contest in July 1904. Ford Motor Company has moved to a three model (the Mode...
by Rob
Fri Jun 30, 2023 8:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Time for a long Ford story. Late 1904 and early 1905.
Replies: 9
Views: 761

Re: Time for a long Ford story. Late 1904 and early 1905.

For the remainder of 1904, Ford held its own initially, in 9th place, slipping by the end of the year to 10th. E5802D1A-B31D-448C-8841-E502A2971CA2.png 782E48BC-867C-4A7E-BBB9-F764DFA2C3FA.jpeg Ford slipped to 10th December 22, 1904: CCE62D07-3EDD-4720-809A-F790905A29C7.jpeg 2E0C1A4B-4A01-4665-B4CD-...
by Rob
Fri Jun 30, 2023 8:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Time for a long Ford story. Late 1904 and early 1905.
Replies: 9
Views: 761

Re: Time for a long Ford story. Late 1904 and early 1905.

The next issue, December 1, 1904 had Oldsmobile taking over 1st place from Cadillac. Ford remained 9th overall. D2F43B95-01AC-47B1-86B8-7A98D4C3EF40.jpeg The second and third place prize for best tires and lamps was interesting. I was surprised to not see Firestone among the tire leaders: 2D69FC12-8...
by Rob
Fri Jun 30, 2023 6:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Time for a long Ford story. Late 1904 and early 1905.
Replies: 9
Views: 761

Re: Time for a long Ford story. Late 1904 and early 1905.

The next issue, dated November 24, 1904, saw Ford slip one spot to 9th overall, while receiving the 3rd most votes for the week. Meanwhile, Packard was gaining in popularity among readers: 3775A619-93FE-475A-8341-DC8997D23368.jpeg Also included in the issue was an article on American racing success,...
by Rob
Fri Jun 30, 2023 2:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Time for a long Ford story. Late 1904 and early 1905.
Replies: 9
Views: 761

Re: Time for a long Ford story. Late 1904 and early 1905.

November 17th, 1904: Ford makes the weekly front page headline. "Ford Makes Big Gains." Probably due to their racing victories, as well as two new models appearing in showrooms, Ford makes a major move in voter popularity, jumping from also-ran status to 8th out of 42 automobile makes receiving vote...
by Rob
Fri Jun 30, 2023 1:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Time for a long Ford story. Late 1904 and early 1905.
Replies: 9
Views: 761

Re: Time for a long Ford story. Late 1904 and early 1905.

November 18 sees a new leader among the "best" cars. Cadillac takes over 1st place: BC9FAD50-B6DC-4E60-8FC1-5AC91AC1695C.jpeg In terms of votes received, Ford receives the 8th most votes for the week, and moves up, with 24 auto makes listed. The featured ballots were by a Rambler voter (now 2nd plac...
by Rob
Fri Jun 30, 2023 12:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Time for a long Ford story. Late 1904 and early 1905.
Replies: 9
Views: 761

Re: Time for a long Ford story. Late 1904 and early 1905.

In the next weekly issue, Nov 3rd 1904, Ford Motor Co. reappears on the list, coming in with 10 votes as the list is expanded to 23 makers: 6EB512CC-A6F7-4434-B07B-4F4B307FDCF0.jpeg Ballots with explanations of voter choices for #2 Cadillac and #7 Packard are included: F46FD6AD-2026-4181-ACE4-725324...
by Rob
Fri Jun 30, 2023 10:25 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Time for a long Ford story. Late 1904 and early 1905.
Replies: 9
Views: 761

Re: Time for a long Ford story. Late 1904 and early 1905.

“Motoring and Boating” began listing the competition weekly on October 27, 1904. Ford did not make the published list of 16, evidently receiving less than 15 total votes as “best motor car.” F9A79B1C-906B-437A-8BA0-52C57B583072.jpeg Ballot descriptions of the two leaders, White (steam) and Oldsmobil...
by Rob
Fri Jun 30, 2023 8:10 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Time for a long Ford story. Late 1904 and early 1905.
Replies: 9
Views: 761

Time for a long Ford story. Late 1904 and early 1905.

I used to put these type of stories up routinely (for those who indulged me). One of my earliest, and best was a magazine contest conducted in early 1907, in which participants in a "Motor" magazine contest picked the Ford Model K 5th of over 100 cars they would like to own (the top prize was a car ...
by Rob
Tue Jun 27, 2023 2:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Interesting Shipping Document
Replies: 7
Views: 619

Re: Interesting Shipping Document

It appears the commission was 15% by 1914. In February 1907 Model N (later R and S) commission was dropped from 20% to 10%. I don’t know how long it stayed at 10. Model K stayed at 20%, the same as preceding models. I’d like to find an invoice like this for one of the Ford cars that show up on Trent...
by Rob
Sun Jun 25, 2023 10:26 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Two to one piece valve cover change
Replies: 10
Views: 933

Re: Two to one piece valve cover change

On a side note, Ford had designed, and used a 2 piece valve cover as early as the summer of 1911. This drawing (courtesy of THF, Benson Research Library, all rights apply) shows the two piece covers used on the largest Ford Special racer (initial 389, then 410 c.i.). This racer still exists at THF, ...
by Rob
Thu Jun 22, 2023 6:04 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Fargo to Lincoln
Replies: 9
Views: 1204

Re: Fargo to Lincoln

I spoke with Steve yesterday in Lincoln. He, and his speedster, seemed no worse for the wear. I hope to have photos today.
Cheers,
Rob
by Rob
Tue Jun 20, 2023 9:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Fargo to Lincoln
Replies: 9
Views: 1204

Re: Fargo to Lincoln

That’s great! Hope it was a good trip.
by Rob
Tue Jun 20, 2023 3:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: I am now 91, My Model T is older.
Replies: 23
Views: 1557

Re: I am now 91, My Model T is older.

Darel,
That’s great (working with friends in your T). Happy Birthday, and wishing you many more birthday work days.
by Rob
Tue Jun 20, 2023 12:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Three Fords at the vintage Indy meet.
Replies: 2
Views: 606

Three Fords at the vintage Indy meet.

Among 20 pre-War (I) racers we had two T’s and the Ford Special. We joined the Ragtime Racers and had a great time. Many memorable cars including the 1st and 2nd place finishers on the 1st 500, the yellow Marmon Wasp and a Lozier. Brian, Charles, Bill annd everyone associated with the Ragtime Racers...
by Rob
Sun Jun 18, 2023 10:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Nebraska speedster reunion itinerary
Replies: 11
Views: 1042

Re: Nebraska speedster reunion itinerary

I hope to make it. The distance is the only challenge……

8-)

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by Rob
Fri Jun 09, 2023 10:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Ford Special racer on Kleps Garage Homecoming video.
Replies: 1
Views: 386

Ford Special racer on Kleps Garage Homecoming video.

Bruce taped a segment last week at the MTFCA homecoming of our racer.
https://www.dropbox.com/s/zwqrykft0zret ... N.mov?dl=0

Kleps Garage full Homecoming video:
https://youtu.be/blSBLzS24AA
by Rob
Tue Jun 06, 2023 11:06 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Homecoming Pictures
Replies: 25
Views: 2869

Re: Homecoming Pictures

More from Saturday
by Rob
Tue Jun 06, 2023 11:04 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Homecoming Pictures
Replies: 25
Views: 2869

Re: Homecoming Pictures

A few more
by Rob
Mon Jun 05, 2023 1:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Wednesday, getting closer to Richmond with a “B”. “It’s alive.”
Replies: 13
Views: 1351

Re: Wednesday, getting closer to Richmond with a “B”. “It’s alive.”

James,
That was fast. From Peter: “The green is code #5223A and the yellow is code #2425A.
We get our paint from Carquest.”
by Rob
Mon Jun 05, 2023 12:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Wednesday, getting closer to Richmond with a “B”. “It’s alive.”
Replies: 13
Views: 1351

Re: Wednesday, getting closer to Richmond with a “B”. “It’s alive.”

I sent an email to Peter at Fawcett Restoration. He usually tries to find a “on the shelf” color so we can retouch things. I’ll get back to you.
Cheers,
Rob
by Rob
Mon Jun 05, 2023 12:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Driving Ts from Manhattan to Lincoln
Replies: 6
Views: 674

Re: Driving Ts from Manhattan to Lincoln

Kurt, I think Ed A. and Dean Y. plan to make a portion of the Lincoln event. I live west of Lincoln, and my experience is that Hwy 15 north through Superior is not heavily travelled. There is a degree of truck traffic, and it is a little hilly (by Nebraska standards). I think Hwy 77 through Beatrice...
by Rob
Mon Jun 05, 2023 8:17 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Wednesday, getting closer to Richmond with a “B”. “It’s alive.”
Replies: 13
Views: 1351

Re: Wednesday, getting closer to Richmond with a “B”. “It’s alive.”

1907 R runabout: 3D9EE568-CEB0-45A3-B1E5-6A5E459F1563.jpeg 1908 S Roadster: F26E6ADF-ACCB-4307-A484-49CA6454F1AA.jpeg 1905-06 F with tonneau: DB67991C-9F9A-48FD-9D98-452111030077.jpeg 1906-08 N runabout: 39D20DE0-7DE6-4387-9F6F-3AE5A8C4B0F0.jpeg 1905 C with tonneau: C118E0AB-24B9-451A-9965-646D4BCB1...
by Rob
Mon Jun 05, 2023 7:53 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Wednesday, getting closer to Richmond with a “B”. “It’s alive.”
Replies: 13
Views: 1351

Re: Wednesday, getting closer to Richmond with a “B”. “It’s alive.”

Thank you Jerry,
Speaking for all the Early Ford participants, we had a great time. Great car show and events made the Homecoming an event to look forward to in the future. I hope to be back next year and participate in the tours too.

A few photos:
by Rob
Thu Jun 01, 2023 5:07 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Wednesday, getting closer to Richmond with a “B”. “It’s alive.”
Replies: 13
Views: 1351

Re: Wednesday, getting closer to Richmond with a “B”. “It’s alive.”

Kim,
It’s quieter, although the audio on the phone video may not be very accurate. Kept everything the same, however put in slightly taller pistons. Compression is about 55 lbs now (was on average 45 before). It seems “stronger,” although we’ve not tried it much and starting slow with the break in.