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I need to install a new fan on my 1919 roadster due to .metal fatigue and hairline cracks. I have the new blades and rivets and have already removed the old blades by grinding the heads off the old rivets and punching them through. Now, I'm faced with installing the new rivets. Is there a special ri...

NoelChico wrote: ↑

Sun Sep 22, 2024 4:45 pm

Val, It's a little harder to crank start a T in northern Montana in November than in Florida, even with 5-30 oil.

For sure! When it gets to 30 or 40 below zero, riding in an open car with the wind blowing through my hair, isn't my idea of a good time...

Steve, Posting some pictures of your engine would he helpful. This appears to be a non-starter, non-generator engine, which is fine. I don't mind cranking, I'm still a young 61. When I get to the state that I can no longer crank, I probably shouldn't be driving anyway! :D I'll let my grandson do it...

TXGOAT2 wrote: ↑

Sat Sep 21, 2024 2:53 pm

I see a '53 lurking nearby.....

It's not mine; these pictures were taken at the seller's place. But, I do have a '50 sedan that I'm also working on.

I've been following the forum off and on for a few years gaining knowledge? and have finally pulled the trigger and bought my "first" Model T, a 1919 roadster. It's an older restoration (1980's) that runs (kinda), drives, and stops (almost). It definitely needs some TLC. It appears to be mostly corr...