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by J Sundstrom
Mon Feb 20, 2023 9:11 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Touring Project?
Replies: 0
Views: 439

Touring Project?

Touring Body/top bows for sale on Green Bay FB.
-Don’t know Seller
-Don’t know if still for sale
-Don’t know if worth ask
Just thought I would mention
by J Sundstrom
Fri Apr 15, 2022 9:51 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Parts that "FIT" vs the "Correct" part
Replies: 29
Views: 3192

Re: Parts that "FIT" vs the "Correct" part

Thanks for pointing that out. Must have sold since yesterday.
by J Sundstrom
Fri Apr 15, 2022 8:14 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Parts that "FIT" vs the "Correct" part
Replies: 29
Views: 3192

Re: Parts that "FIT" vs the "Correct" part

Steve, you are absolutely right regarding that FB 1914. From the limited pictures I do see it has a riveted rear end, a non starter engine and looks like right carbide lights and coil box but am no expert. Could be a non authentic “Bitsa” car as you call them. Very difficult to tell without viewing ...
by J Sundstrom
Thu Apr 14, 2022 7:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Parts that "FIT" vs the "Correct" part
Replies: 29
Views: 3192

Re: Parts that "FIT" vs the "Correct" part

Saw this on Facebook Marketplace. 1914 Touring for sale in Indiana. Has all the bows and windshield components, brackets etc. It would be a project to complete but from pictures it looks mostly there. Is it worth $8,500? I have no idea just passing this along and have nothing to do with whomever is ...
by J Sundstrom
Fri Mar 11, 2022 10:52 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Want to buy brass Model T
Replies: 24
Views: 3623

Re: Want to buy brass Model T

I might be a little late for reply to you but saw this 1916 Touring for sale on Chicago area Facebook Marketplace.
by J Sundstrom
Sat Jan 22, 2022 5:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Pictures
Replies: 20
Views: 2638

Re: Pictures

Don’t have anything to add other than I really enjoy all your old picture posts. Thank You for putting these all together.
John
by J Sundstrom
Wed Jan 05, 2022 10:20 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1923 TT restore
Replies: 52
Views: 5617

Re: 1923 TT restore

4 DOOR FOR SALE
Some Assembly Required
Exceptional Woodworking skills a plus


Disclaimer: just saw on CL, nothing to do with sale
-had to resize picture so it’s nice and fuzzy.
by J Sundstrom
Mon Dec 27, 2021 2:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Found On Road Dead
Replies: 16
Views: 3011

Re: Found On Road Dead

And some T’s are still out there and used for advertising.
These old pictures are great to view. The 17/22 touring looks
so nice (pic #2 &3). Some rims, tubes and skins and could be goin again.
by J Sundstrom
Mon Dec 27, 2021 9:34 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Me and My Wife Have Joined the T and A Club
Replies: 10
Views: 1654

Re: Me and My Wife Have Joined the T and A Club

That’s a gorgeous looking A. Not many ‘31 phaetons around.
Santa was very good to you.
by J Sundstrom
Mon Dec 27, 2021 9:06 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Darel & LaVerna Leipold Featured in Today's Newspaper
Replies: 10
Views: 2120

Re: Darel & LaVerna Leipold Featured in Today's Newspaper

Nice article about them, thanks for posting. Remember them and their store very well. I used to live just down the road from them in Orono. Wonder if he still keeps his A and T in his backyard?
by J Sundstrom
Fri Dec 17, 2021 12:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Is a cut touring worth buying ?
Replies: 32
Views: 3534

Re: Is a cut touring worth buying ?

The remainings of WWII era cut off touring. Pulled out of north woods near me. Sheet metal was pretty far gone. Decided to make into a cut down Santa sleigh. Didn’t want to scrap so found this as a good alternative and it’s history lives on in another form. I like cut off tourings and that each one ...
by J Sundstrom
Wed Dec 08, 2021 12:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: As Seen On Craigslist
Replies: 0
Views: 935

As Seen On Craigslist

For what it’s worth, saw these on Craigslist thought I’d pass along. Do not have anything to do with Sellers but looked interesting. Worth the ?? Could those actually be original 1910 running boards. That would require an inspection.
by J Sundstrom
Wed Dec 01, 2021 6:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1920/21 Touring dating question
Replies: 29
Views: 2685

Re: 1920/21 Touring dating question

Kevin, Here’s a few more pictures of my Touring. This one is August 20 engine number. Had to laugh as I had the same experience as you regarding the spare tire carrier. I bought one when I was working on car. Seeing that I would have to drill out crossmember rivets I decided to leave off. Mine is a ...
by J Sundstrom
Wed Dec 01, 2021 10:05 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1920/21 Touring dating question
Replies: 29
Views: 2685

Re: 1920/21 Touring dating question

From one August 1920 Touring to another!
by J Sundstrom
Thu Nov 25, 2021 8:40 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Round #2- Identify this hood?
Replies: 10
Views: 2030

Re: Round #2- Identify this hood?

Looks like Jed could have used that hood.
by J Sundstrom
Wed Oct 06, 2021 11:24 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: This Isn't A Model A Forum, But
Replies: 16
Views: 2386

Re: This Isn't A Model A Forum, But

Here’s a 1931 Tudor body I saw on Minnesota CL.
John
by J Sundstrom
Sat Sep 25, 2021 6:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Pitman Arm Ok?
Replies: 13
Views: 2052

Re: Pitman Arm Ok?

Hmm, that’s a new one on me, allows for wear. Thanks for the info
by J Sundstrom
Sat Sep 25, 2021 6:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Knocks At Idle
Replies: 7
Views: 1427

Re: Knocks At Idle

Norman, The looseness seemed to be excessive to me front to back, you could really clack them back in forth by hand. When I torqued down with the plastic gage all seemed to spec. I think you were right in that the rod cap nuts weren’t tight enough. I also had put on those oil dippers. They are soft ...
by J Sundstrom
Sat Sep 25, 2021 6:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Pitman Arm Ok?
Replies: 13
Views: 2052

Re: Pitman Arm Ok?

Thank You all for great advice. Well, I ended up putting my old pitman arm back on the car. The car steered fine with the new pitman however had to realign to get toe in to 1/4”(May not had anything to do with new pitman). I discovered when I cranked the steering wheel to the left or right the pitma...
by J Sundstrom
Sat Sep 25, 2021 3:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Knocks At Idle
Replies: 7
Views: 1427

Re: Knocks At Idle

Update, I pulled the rod caps and plastic gaged and got about .001”. Re Torqued caps and closed it up. Ran the heck out of her and then let it run at idle for a few minutes. No knocks detected at all just purred at idle. Now if I can get my steering squared away.
by J Sundstrom
Sat Sep 25, 2021 3:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Pitman Arm Ok?
Replies: 13
Views: 2052

Re: Pitman Arm Ok?

Yes the old one is in the rear with wear on ball.
I did a test run with new pitman arm. It’s tighter but to me the steering seems more touchy or sensitive to wheel. I am going to check wheel alignment. Geez how many different pitman arm style were made!
by J Sundstrom
Sat Sep 25, 2021 2:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Pitman Arm Ok?
Replies: 13
Views: 2052

Re: Pitman Arm Ok?

Norman, The new one is actually at a steeper angle and shorter.
I installed new one to see if there were any issues and it seems like it ok. Guess I will with new one. Thanks
by J Sundstrom
Sat Sep 25, 2021 1:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Pitman Arm Ok?
Replies: 13
Views: 2052

Pitman Arm Ok?

I was going to change out my original pitman arm with a repo to eliminate some slop. Placing side by side the new one is 1/2” closer to center of shaft and 1/2” out further to front of car. Ordered one for my year 1920 should I use?
by J Sundstrom
Mon Sep 20, 2021 7:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Knocks At Idle
Replies: 7
Views: 1427

Re: Knocks At Idle

Scott, I will have to try shorting 2 & 3 when I button her back up.
For what it’s worth the oil is very clean no sign of metallic fragments or flecks. Bad main bearing would definitely be a bummer! Thanks
by J Sundstrom
Mon Sep 20, 2021 6:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Knocks At Idle
Replies: 7
Views: 1427

Re: Knocks At Idle

Thanks SpeedyInc, I don’t recall the size plastic gage I used but had followed advice of rebuilder at the time. I tried moving all the rods up and down and found no discernible movement. But they do all clatter when moved side to side. Today I do not have anyone around to crank engine while I observ...
by J Sundstrom
Mon Sep 20, 2021 5:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Knocks At Idle
Replies: 7
Views: 1427

Knocks At Idle

I have noticed my engine has developed a knock at idle. I shorted out each plug one at a time to see if noise would subside but stayed the same. I pulled the crankcase cover and checked the connecting rod caps. Nothing looked out of place but all rods moved side to side easily. I could hit them agai...
by J Sundstrom
Wed Aug 25, 2021 9:36 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Antique Store Model T Tail Lamps
Replies: 0
Views: 983

Antique Store Model T Tail Lamps

Saw these other day in Escanaba Antique Store.
Good deal bad deal I don’t know. I have nothing to do with this business, just thought I would pass along. Brown 110 and Victor 2
by J Sundstrom
Sun Nov 29, 2020 10:50 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Battery bracket
Replies: 10
Views: 2054

Re: Battery bracket

Just slightly off topic from your post. My battery bracket assembly was bolted together with 4 slotted countersunk screws and square nuts and lock washers on my '20 T. As it had been modified for a larger battery, I replaced with another bracket that was a riveted assembly with 4 countersunk headed ...
by J Sundstrom
Mon Nov 23, 2020 9:33 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Brass Parts For Sale on CL
Replies: 2
Views: 1269

Brass Parts For Sale on CL

Good Deal, Bad Deal no idea?? Saw on Green Bay Craigslist.
Have nothing to do with these parts or Individual selling whatsoever. Just saw it and though I’d pass on.
by J Sundstrom
Thu Oct 01, 2020 7:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 112 Years Ago Today
Replies: 2
Views: 1141

Re: 112 Years Ago Today

John, It made from Dearborn to Iron Mountain, Michigan and back in September’08. After that ???
by J Sundstrom
Thu Oct 01, 2020 9:01 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 112 Years Ago Today
Replies: 2
Views: 1141

112 Years Ago Today

On this day, Start of Model T production.


Henry’s pre production example used for Michigan trip.
by J Sundstrom
Sat Sep 12, 2020 9:35 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: dixie wide track
Replies: 24
Views: 4230

Re: dixie wide track

Interesting that Ford in 1914 was planting the seed to eventually eliminate the wide tread version. June 1914 Ford Times
by J Sundstrom
Thu Aug 20, 2020 9:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Turned 100 Today
Replies: 2
Views: 1291

Turned 100 Today

My T turned 100 years old today according to engine number. Had a small Birthday celebration and enjoyed a nice drive.
by J Sundstrom
Thu Jul 09, 2020 10:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1915 Touring With Unusual Front Fenders
Replies: 3
Views: 2127

Re: 1915 Touring With Unusual Front Fenders

Dan, those early ads for crowned style fenders are interesting. It certainly changes appearance of a brass era T. No doubt with the idea of making it look like the black era T’s. I see they offered for the 17 to 19 model years as well. Not sure there would be much benefit with those as they had crow...
by J Sundstrom
Thu Jul 09, 2020 8:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1915 Touring With Unusual Front Fenders
Replies: 3
Views: 2127

1915 Touring With Unusual Front Fenders

Saw on Minneapolis Craig’s. Rest of car seems pretty original to me. Interior and top appear to be. You would have to look up for yourself to see all pics. No idea who is selling just found those custom fenders interesting and wonder who the mfg is.
by J Sundstrom
Thu Jul 09, 2020 11:17 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Rare?? Unused Portion Cutoff Touring
Replies: 9
Views: 3568

Re: Rare?? Unused Portion Cutoff Touring

This one was buried out in woods for many years. The bottom 3 inches or so are rotted. About three years ago my neighbor put on pallet on his farm. Yesterday finally picked it up. It was a what I call the 23/25 variety touring.
by J Sundstrom
Wed Jul 08, 2020 8:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Rare?? Unused Portion Cutoff Touring
Replies: 9
Views: 3568

Rare?? Unused Portion Cutoff Touring

Sat out in woods for who knows how long. Looks like a yard art project.
by J Sundstrom
Thu May 28, 2020 5:01 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: WTB Centerdoor Seat
Replies: 26
Views: 6794

Re: WTB Centerdoor Seat

John,
Don’t have a seat frame (used to) but do have rear backrest frame and spring for early ‘20’s C’door that I would give you for just the shipping. I was going to give to Don Boothe for his ‘16 c’door restoration but he is making his own. Let me know I have no use for it. John Sundstrom
by J Sundstrom
Thu May 28, 2020 3:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Happy Birthday
Replies: 5
Views: 2443

Re: Happy Birthday

Happy 99th to your ‘21 Touring! The 5 millionth Model T was made on May 28th, 1921. Your’s should be made very close to this one and that is quite interesting. John
by J Sundstrom
Mon May 25, 2020 11:07 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: TT radiator apron
Replies: 37
Views: 8416

Re: TT radiator apron

Thanks Smith for identifying my apron above. That’s what mine has a separate trim piece held by tabs on back. John
by J Sundstrom
Sun May 24, 2020 11:52 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: TT radiator apron
Replies: 37
Views: 8416

Re: TT radiator apron

Jim Sr.
Have this apron pictured here. It’s either the middle or lower one you posted. Mine is almost 24” wide. Is that the narrow or wider version. Excess parts Like to verify what it goes to.
Thanks John
by J Sundstrom
Tue May 05, 2020 10:19 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Anyone For Touring Project?
Replies: 3
Views: 2051

Anyone For Touring Project?

Saw this on Chicago Craigslist and looked interesting. Having nothing to do with sale whatsoever so maybe beware. John
by J Sundstrom
Thu Feb 13, 2020 1:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Parts identification help
Replies: 6
Views: 3364

Re: Parts identification help

More specifically I believe the seat frame is for a ‘30 - ‘31 Tudor.
The earlier Tudor frames like ‘28’s had some cast or forged pieces. Not sure exactly when they switched to stamping.
by J Sundstrom
Fri Feb 07, 2020 7:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Plastic vs. Wood Coils
Replies: 30
Views: 8646

Re: Plastic vs. Wood Coils

Those plastic coils were manufactured by Blackstone Mfg in Chicago. It was a leftover product line that Echlin Corp Continued to produce after they acquired the company in the early 80’s. They were made until the late 90’s by them and then liquidated or sold off when the plant was shut down and Echl...
by J Sundstrom
Mon Jan 27, 2020 8:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Trolling Craigslist, Brass Model T lamp?
Replies: 9
Views: 4046

Re: Trolling Craigslist, Brass Model T lamp?

Great John T! I can see it’s going to a good home.
by J Sundstrom
Mon Jan 27, 2020 8:04 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Trolling Craigslist, Brass Model T lamp?
Replies: 9
Views: 4046

Re: Trolling Craigslist, Brass Model T lamp?

Hi Allan, In this case I use trolling to mean like trolling for northern (fish) on my lake. Not the sneaky little Guy under a bridge. Trawler would work if you use a bigger boat. I think many search Craigslist same way (not sure what you have down under) do a search for Model T parts, etc by region ...
by J Sundstrom
Sun Jan 26, 2020 6:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Trolling Craigslist, Brass Model T lamp?
Replies: 9
Views: 4046

Re: Trolling Craigslist, Brass Model T lamp?

Gentlemen Thank You for your input. Automotive knowledge here never ceases to amaze.
by J Sundstrom
Sun Jan 26, 2020 1:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Trolling Craigslist, Brass Model T lamp?
Replies: 9
Views: 4046

Trolling Craigslist, Brass Model T lamp?

Saw this listing on Craigslist and looks brass era T to me.
I have nothing to do with this listing but thought to make mention of it. It may be a good purchase or not so if looking for brass era part.??
by J Sundstrom
Sun Jan 05, 2020 11:20 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: there all gone
Replies: 3
Views: 2588

Re: there all gone

This discussion about Leapin Lena's caught my attention. Back in about 1973 my dad purchased two model T's one of which was this '26 touring Leaping Lena (which is exactly the name we called it). The previous owner was a Shriner I believe from Chicago. We attempted to drive around the neighborhood a...
by J Sundstrom
Thu Nov 28, 2019 10:43 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Local Ford Agency Blank Check
Replies: 7
Views: 3948

Re: Local Ford Agency Blank Check

Thanks, framing is what I plan on doing with it.
Happy Thanksgiving to you all.
by J Sundstrom
Wed Nov 27, 2019 8:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Local Ford Agency Blank Check
Replies: 7
Views: 3948

Local Ford Agency Blank Check

Have a blank check from Ford Agency from town near me.
No Longer there but building remains. By the graphics from
the ‘23 to ‘25 era. Has anyone come across these type checks?
by J Sundstrom
Wed Nov 27, 2019 3:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: '16 Centerdoor restore...
Replies: 655
Views: 161694

Re: '19 Centerdoor restore... :)

Your project is really moving along. That radiator I’m sure cost a pretty penny but looks great! This radiator was dug up on a family members farm in the 70’s. Using a backhoe to run septic field and they found it. Someone had apparently junked and buried the car Many years ago. Family member has lo...
by J Sundstrom
Sun Nov 03, 2019 5:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: '16 Centerdoor restore...
Replies: 655
Views: 161694

Re: '19 Centerdoor restore... :)

Don, that is an ambiguous project but very rewarding when completed. I know little about the centerdoors but like the style.
I have posted a picture of a seat back frame I have and suspect it’s T era. If it looks like it works for you let me know. John (Yooper part of MI)
by J Sundstrom
Sat Oct 05, 2019 6:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Is This Model T Seat Frame?
Replies: 0
Views: 1104

Is This Model T Seat Frame?

Going thru some of Dads old car parts and came across
this frame and spring. They may not go together and
frame has center brace off center. Don’t need may
Be useful to someone.
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by J Sundstrom
Sat Jul 27, 2019 11:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Something's not right with my top installation
Replies: 26
Views: 7626

Re: Something's not right with my top installation

To John Kuehn, yes the wood armrest is notched and goes over the top iron support. Two short carriage bolts go thru the tack strip and body panel to fasten. The armrest is held by three C’sunk wood screws vertically fastened to tack strip. You Can see the holes in top of wood armrest. This is a beau...
by J Sundstrom
Sat Jul 27, 2019 7:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Something's not right with my top installation
Replies: 26
Views: 7626

Re: Something's not right with my top installation

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1920 style body
Original wood armrest prior to new upholstery with notches for top iron support.
by J Sundstrom
Sat Jul 27, 2019 10:13 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Something's not right with my top installation
Replies: 26
Views: 7626

Re: Something's not right with my top installation

BAE22F23-D8C5-42B2-9B71-52CE457BC81D.jpeg C10EBFB0-F519-4222-9390-EB61CB86ED03.jpeg 989979C5-6276-4AF8-AE89-93524CEE023E.jpeg Here’s some pictures of my 1920 Touring. As mentioned Earlier here may have to reposition top iron support. Appears set in too far in and sits higher on arm rest. Arm rest w...
by J Sundstrom
Sun May 19, 2019 4:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Request for 1920 Roadster Oval Tank details.
Replies: 8
Views: 4014

Re: Request for 1920 Roadster Oval Tank details.

Sorry, meant to reply to Dennis.
by J Sundstrom
Sun May 19, 2019 4:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Request for 1920 Roadster Oval Tank details.
Replies: 8
Views: 4014

Re: Request for 1920 Roadster Oval Tank details.

Steve, Don't know if it helps. Here are some pictures of my 1920 Touring (August) tank when I was disassembling for restoration. John
by J Sundstrom
Wed Mar 27, 2019 8:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: wanted 1913 roadster restored
Replies: 5
Views: 3387

Re: wanted 1913 roadster restored

Here’s one on Minneapolis Craigslist
Hope comes thru, first try on new forum
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