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Have slight movement in the kingpin bushings, so planning on replacing those. bearings appear to be good, but will also degrease those and inspect for odd shape balls/pins (unsure which will be in there) This weekend I will get to the wishbone along with the steering column. I am aware of lots of sl...

wow this thread grew a lot over the weekend... many many thanks to all that have commented. I have some homework to do now. I do know my steering column has some slop in it, so will pop that open to inspect the gears inside it. Guess I will be going through each component/piece and note what is good...

thank you everyone for the inputs.... will absolutely take a close look at everything that moves. if/should there be any slop in some of the joints, like pitman arm or steering arm is there a way to correct those with bronze bushings / inserts? will also check out the wooden spokes and bolts on them...

Was driving down my neighbors driveway.... which has a couple dips and crowns on the asphault. Speed was maybe 5-7 mph and all the sudden the front end started to shimmy side to side, like the front wheel were wobbling. I slowed down and this allowed for the "T" to correct itself. Since this was my ...

Well I see this forum does use pages.... was wondering when it would roll to page 2. :o :shock: ;) I would not put STP or any similar product in a Model T engine. Model T engines and transmissions require "light cylinder oil", according to period Ford specs, which is about what today's 20W is . 10W3...

Here's what I found... but can't get the guy to respond on the 12v setup.
didn't think these were originally made with a 12v option, so hoping maybe it was converted?

looks maybe a little on the massive side too...
https://www.ebay.com/itm/266317606270

Finally getting to my VIN Verification and Title change over to Colorado compeleted. I ordered a Ford script data plate off eBay with my engine block number engraved on it, should be here today. Were these mounted in any location or somewhere specific? (left side or right side on the inside firewall...

What a day this was today! Great turnout for the Car Games and we had a BLAST there!. Got to meet a lot of people and see some nice T's. Took a while to get there going 50mph with the open trailer, but made it to and from in one piece. And for the best news... when I got home, I changed the oil (fin...

Curious what brass musical instrument would be similar or closest in size for this horn? I can’t seem to locate a brass Ahooga horn so thought a fun project would be to take a musical brass horn apart to make the horn end. Pretty sure I could find a donor on eBay out local store that’s in need of so...

I'd definitely pull the head first to look for leak a source. There are a couple of spots on the block that look like there may have been a gasket seep at some point. I'd find a set of the steel braces that attach from the two top hogshead bolts to the rear engine mounts, too, and check for the lat...

Thanks and it’s been a family vehicle for us for decades. I hand out polishing rags to everything and we all chip in on the brass.

Here's a video of tonight...
Shocked the mess out of myself grazing the plug wires. Think those are worse than a light socket.

https://youtube.com/shorts/KzX6nPRso_M? ... XSMTxxpVGt

Well... I finally got everything back together, but got smacked with some not so great news. It looks like I either have a blown head gasket or even worse, a cracked block. .... The good news is , I now have a valid excuse to pull the engine and paint her pretty and match all the bolts and nuts up! ...

Almost done with parts... adding a cap/plate in place of the generator until I get that replaced My Magento post was in need of a new one (very loose) 25-10-07 16-26-02 7910.png I'll post some updated photos on the seat and floor board. Ordered seat springs from Chris at Snyders, but missed a measur...

I’m 12v now.

Believe this is one of these horns? https://ebay.us/m/PgO9Ec

Seems pretty big but nice polish!

this is an interesting post... I've heard of the Ahooga horn not being era correct for early modelT's, just didn't know they were never an original equipment item. I would imagine there are 2 sides or groups of people when it comes to installing this horn on an early "T". The sound from this horn to...

Better send the remains off to Jeff Stevenson !!! how did you know?.... I've been talking with him today about it. He's supposed to be getting some new armatures and field windings plus he's been a nice person working with. For now I am going to slap a cover plate over the generator mount hole and ...

highly likely my grandfather tinkered with them... That seems to be the common theme with this "T"

Gonna replace the generator a new build one.... I've debated on a rebuilt/refurbished one, but I do not mind spending a little extra to have new parts installed when and where I have the opportunity! I'll stay the path of retaining the generator, I did read about some of the alternators failing due ...

good to know and thanks for the eyes on this. I'll see what I can find for a replacement. Update: Looks like I will be pulling the generator off today to see which model I have. Snyders has 2 different armatures available IMAGE Removed - Wrong armature posted. As an alternative, what are the advanta...

curious of thoughts on this.... Was getting ready to adjust my generator for the new 12v regulator and saw some grime in there. Looks like ghost turds and what seems to be a small wire fragment. It spins with no issue. what would be the worst that could happen by leaving it this way for now? I'm thi...

and that got this back in better working condition...

Latest parts order.... starting to lose track of where I am at in the process!

Found one of these on eBay that was in great condition...

Thank you on the reply Has there been any issues with the wire provided being too small to sit between the starter switch? My starter wire is pretty thick gauge. I suppose I could upgrade the inline fuse to something used in car amplifiers. So just to clarify, we are supposed to cut the wire coming ...

Have been trying to get ahold of Jeff on this.... (left a few messages). Maybe he is out of the office this week? I purchased a 12v voltage regulator... it looks really nice! I got it mounted properly, but I can't seem to locate a wiring diagram to know exactly where the inline fuse is supposed to b...

yep... I have the plastic kit arriving hopefully by tomorrow/sat.
Should look really nice with shiny new parts.

I think the PTFE is the key in this application... but there is an alternative that explicityly states "Approved/OK" for gasoline, which is a thread sealant made by rectorseal. I have a few tubes of this in my plumbing bag. Screenshot 2025-09-18 at 8.34.48 AM.png Screenshot 2025-09-18 at 8.38.20 AM....

It is a PTFE tape, which I did look up as being ok with petroleum products. However when comparing PTFE vs Teflon, they seem to be the same thing unless it is yellow. since the tank isn't installed, I will get that removed to be certain/safe and instead use a liquid petroleum tolerant paste. Thanks ...

Here's a couple shots of the steering wheel assembled...

The coil box...

New fuel tank with sediment bulb

Another order... (bits and pieces) Noticed my coil box was pretty deteriorated and lots of corrosion on the contacts. Item Number Qty Description ------ --- ------------------ 3929 2 Radiator mounting stud - 09-16 3929P 2 Radiator stud plate - 09-27 4725XB 1 Mounting bol set for coil box (wood firew...

Got most of the new parts in today... (updated photos in previous threads) Hoping to get everything put back together tomorrow and over the weekend. Thinking I might be a week out from being able to drive her! Here's the new voltage regulator 25-09-11 19-45-59 7749.jpg 25-09-12 22-22-32 7767.jpg 25-...

Here's the muffler installed... For the most part it sealed pretty tight. I'm going to test out using Permatex Ultra Red on the ends. It has a rating up to 650 degrees F, so used it on assembly. I do not see the Model-T muffler getting to that temp, so hoping this will not bubble up or turn to gum a...

Almost have the muffler rebuild done... just needs just a tiny bit more tweaking on the flange. Having experienced this now, I'de have to flip a coin to see if I would go with an all steel muffler next time. I think there will be several leaks forming around the cast iron and steel connection, so lo...

I feel like there might be a little more tech inside there that a single diode cannot account for. Jeff has done a great job engineering this device. I do not think he would have gone to this extent if all it came down to was a diode.

On a different note,... I've been trying to purchase a 12v voltage regulator. Synders doens't carry them and Langs doesn't have them in stock. So that lead me into trying to research where to get these from or if I needed to make one myself. Then I landed on this page https://www.cool386.com/ford_re...

Also put in a couple more orders... (Langs and Synders) I'm looking at amazon for rubber coated battery cables as I want to get as close to exact lengths as possible, these will be for the starter to switch, switch to disconnect and ground cables Item Number Qty Description ------ --- --------------...

Was able to pull a little bit more (smaller chunks) out using CLR and pressured water, tried the frayed wire method and that got out of hand quick with the drill! Think once she is back together I will do a few more rinses when the block is up to running temp... As for other things: got that bolt on...

...have been reading a lot of the archive articles on here about those that removed their waterpump to allow for the thermosiphoning to do its thing (as originally designed by Ford).

Kinda interested in seeing how that works out...

I'm in need of more than luck..... where do I find the video at? Been searching for a few min and not coming up with anything Ben, Steve Jelf has a great video on flushing the engine and radiator. Good Luck Thanks EDIT: Maybe this is it... https://dauntlessgeezer.com/DG96.html https://www.youtube.co...

could not agree more!.... praying I have the big chunks out. I also forward and reverse flushed the radiator.
wondering if there is a concoction of something I can use to flush it some more?

I've heard that vinegar will dissolve rust...then flush a few more times?

Here's the water pump.... 25-09-05 14-41-36 7709.jpg Guessing some of the cast iron chunks (maybe from the upper inlet elbow that broke off bent the impeller? 25-09-05 14-41-55 7710.png Then made my way to a nice crack (I likely cause then trying to use a screw extactor to remove the sheared screw) ...

so here's where I am at now... Ran into an issue with the water pump, will need to replace that or see if I can find the back piece of one. 2 of the screws were corroded and twisted off, I can now see why as the backs up them are exposed to the water/coolant the entire time. 25-09-05 14-43-42 7712.j...

Fan bolt is locked with cotter against the block, keeps fan bolt in adjustment so it won't work loose and have a fan rattle. locking cotter.jpg And on your timer install, removed the nut below the terminals of the timer case, reverse the bolt on the front plate there, so only the head of the bolt i...

@ModelTMitch
didn't realize you were on this forum... love the videos you have made!
one of the people that kept the idea in my head to someday get mine back on the road.

Steve Jelf wrote: ↑
Thu Jul 24, 2025 10:49 pm
Freeze plugs? If you want them to be period correct...
https://dauntlessgeezer.com/DG87.html

was searching the forum for freeze plugs and read this article... that is a pretty neat idea.
wonder how well this has worked from when it was done?

A question I have on the fan bracket --- I'm guessing this bolt is not original.
The castle nut barely grabs it and doesn't spin (too tight of clearance around it to spin)

Should this bolt be longer and should there be a nut on it?

Moving onto the timer upgrade... I bought 2 seals incase I messed up the first one (which I royally did!). Forgot about the tin can shim trick.... Could have been I was still drinking my shim and just didn't register right away?! And as usual, one project leads to another project! :roll: I had to pu...

ok, so I'm thinking about offering a special to weld up these muffler kits so they dont come apart on backfiring.. pretty quick turn around, did this one in about 10min or less. Any takers? once they are painted up I bet you wont even notice all the slag/mess... you can just rotate that to the top a...

ok... 3rd order Sending back the 3-n-1 Gaskets as I know what these are for. One of my brass side steps was messed up in shipment from Synders, so they are sending a replacement w/RMA tag, so will just throw that and the slip in that box for a refund. Ordered from Synders and Langs on this one.. Ite...

Two things. Scratch the three freeze plugs to see if they are brass. If not, now is the time to replace them. Second, when the two 3 In 1 gaskets are re-used, the separate rolled steel gland rings are not used. There is already a flimsy gland as part of the gasket. Search the forum for warped manif...

and last (for the evening) The steering wheel. Figured since I will be staring at this a lot I might as well make it nice. Steve (Langs) had an original brass spider, think this one is from 1912 or 1913? I need to get it polished. Went with a red, chestnut stain and will use some varathan spar poly ...

some more.... For paint, I am just using what I have on hand. Which is a "Bobcat" branded charcoal enamel paint. It seems to have a since sheen and color that is neutral. glands seated 25-09-02 18-39-13 7649.png 25-09-02 18-38-25 7648.png intake manifold (painted) 25-09-02 18-40-47 7650.png muffler ...

Here a little more progress... Got the exhaust manifold off, cleaned up the ports best I could... was able to scrape out most of the carbon/gunk. Painted the intake manifold since it was messy looking. Wish I had the urge to paint the block and head, but to do it right would mean pulling it, so I'll...

Got the 3rd order in today.... I will still need to get something for filtering the fuel (still debating the options mentioned in the sediment bowl thread) Item Number Qty Description ------ --- ------------------ 2900TF 1 Oval gas tank - 09-27 2913N 1 neoprene fuel gasket - 09-27 2910 1 brass packi...

wish this forum was running a more modern software version that allowed a quick

or thumbs up gesture without needing to respond all the time.

even inline videos from attachments and/or from youtube.

Appreciate the tip on this. I’ll take a look on their site and see if Kevin can make an adjustment.

you are referring to these...

Your cast iron ends look to be in great condition. Give them an overnight soak in something like Ospho to help descale (Might be anal, but after soaking in acid I always neutralize by following up in a water bath with baking soda, then rinsing). Paint as you will with high temp.. I recently bought ...

Next order (this time trying out Snyders) and have another from Langs (need to verify a couple things first) Item Number Qty Description ------ --- ------------------ T-3064 1 Gland rings - 09-27 T-3060-B 1 Exhaust Manifold - 09-27 T-3063-C 1 Copper manifold gaskets - 09-27 T-4026-SHELL 1 SHell kit ...

I am also aware of the pre-made mufflers w/o the cast iron ends.. These are pretty price competitive as an option, but in my case... since I have decent ends, I'm wanting to keep as much original parts as possible (more of a sentimental value since I know my grandfather touched them)

Was able to salvage my cast iron ends.... would like to reuse them with a new shell kit (3-bolt). 25-08-23 19-00-24 7606.png will see if I can get a little more knocked off them, then maybe paint them with high-temp paint (black) 25-08-23 19-20-38 7608.png 25-08-23 19-20-26 7607.png So if I go with ...

I was able to sink them in on the 3rd try. thankfully it is older wood (tighter grain)... I'm always cautious now from working with newer wood having a loose grain. she's starting to come together more!

I've come across a filter that looks like what you posted... it would work, but if you ended up with some trash/sediment in the tank there would be no way to drain it out easily right?... at least not something as easy as turning a petcock valve or removing a bowl.

thinking maybe a rebuild kit on the muffler...

these ended up cleaning up pretty good.

once the plug wires arrive it will finish this off... I may or may not swap the terminal block out and/or might install some brass screws w/acorn nuts through the firewall to get a better grip on the termination ends. This block attaches only by the 6 screws, which made me nervous when tightening th...

NOS first for me, then lightly used as the next option.. I learned that before the hard way.

Should have some new pictures later this weekend... Was up til 2:30a removing the old hardnesses and installing the new ones, along with new timer (New Day), spark plugs, terminal block. Along the process I'm making small repairs to anything I see. The upper radiator elbow ended up being cracked, so...

was up til 2:30a (from last night) installing the new wiring harnesses and undoing my grandfathers hot-wiring job.... what a mess that was! while I was underneath the "T" I got a couple drops of fuel on my forehead, so started inspecting the tank. ...Looks like he also tinkered with that too. It def...

Would it be possible to increase the min picture/image size for uploading? Today’s smart phones take higher quality photos that are larger size. This would be nice to update and create forum posts on the fly without needing a computer to resize all the time.

thanks for the tip on this. I have been thinking about purchasing one online through parts dealers.

I do not disagree with you or Ron at all. I just learned to always include a broader audience from time to time. There are times when all you know is what is "right" because that is what you learned to be true (that isn't right or wrong) and then there are times when new things come up that you may ...

If anyone has a non-warped exhaust manifold with good threads for the pipe flange/nut, please get in touch with me.
My threads are not the best...

I posted on this in my build thread, but wanted to do something seperate. I currently have nothing aside from a ball valve under my tank. I would like to put something to help filter impurities to the carb/engine. I do like the possibilty of putting a sediment bowl/bulb in place of the ball valve, t...

bookmarked that video... 2 cool things together right there! Thanks for posting the link to it. I'm about a month out from being in that seat, just waiting on some parts. Question: Without a Ruckell Axle and in Colorado (high altitude), what would the estimated top speed be for a Model-T? I can't s...

this was the setup used for our old restaurant... just a single delivery driver sat there.
I sat in it last night and noticed the back rest isn't spring steel and I bottom out the foam cushion.

We have a litter of kittens in the barn, this is the momma cat. she brought in a live mouse to train the kittens, which they are not really interested in right now.... Was able to catch a moment.

bookmarked that video... 2 cool things together right there!
Thanks for posting the link to it.

I'm about a month out from being in that seat, just waiting on some parts.

Question: Without a Ruckell Axle and in Colorado (high altitude), what would the estimated top speed be for a Model-T?

I believe its purpose was to offer a hot rodding experience from the massive 20 hp engine we have…. And now that I know it was on there. I can only imagine the thoughts my grandfather had using it.

I’d like to put one back on it, but this one seems destined for the wall decor

or maybe there is another manufacturer/type in its place to use.... if you wanted to put something like this one your exhaust?

I've also see this setup with a whistler --> https://forums.aaca.org/topic/337995-pe ... ut-wanted/

Is this worth trying to restore?.... or has anyone come across them somewhere to get replacement parts? This came off my Pie Wagon and does work, but it needs some attention to make it work correctly 25-08-17 12-51-34 7552.jpg 25-08-17 12-52-14 7553.jpg 25-08-17 12-51-23 7551.jpg 25-08-16 18-11-05 7...

true, I've sat on a few tufted couches and they were rather firm.
I might be able to do a mashup of adjustable backs with a softer leather tufted bottom.

so far this thread has given me several good ideas, just gotta figure out how to form them into reality

there kinda is.... I am most interested in getting parts readily available instead of waiting for a long back order. then there might be a specialty vendor that has some really hard to get parts, those are good to know about. but in the end, I do like spreading the wealth across all of them just as ...

… And as for the fuel filter thought, is running the cast brass sediment bulb a little better or still present the same issue as a fuel filter (napa 3032) ? There’s lots of room below the screen in the sediment bulb, so trash will not have any effect on fuel flow until it gets up to the screen. Eve...

yes, interested and will contact you for details... thanks

Preview: Re: Langs vs Synders vs Texas T vs ?? Each of the suppliers vary on shipping costs - and there are differences I've ordered from all these except the "new" Ecklers Depending on what your buying it pays to check prices. I recently purchased an item from Chaffins that others claimed either o...

Night driving is not something that interests me in colorado.... at least not in a Model T. I live around an area that has elk, deer, and turkeys crossing the roads. Not interested in pairing up with those animals.... even if it is only 20-30mph. And as for the fuel filter thought, is running the ca...

yes, I know what you mean... the height of the bottom springs might be an issue. might require an oval gas tank to reduce the height. I know I know.... this starting down a path of one project leads to another one and before you know, nothing looks the same as it used to. I gotta find that line in t...

Installing a fuel filter is the worst thing on your to-do list. Don't do it. It will give you more grief than it's worth. They are too restrictive and will starve your engine unless you have a non-stock fuel pump. This is the kind of info I like to hear about... everyone's trial by error stories. I...

are the widths pretty close between the Model-T's models / variants out there?

something like these...

I know I will get some flack for this thread.... or maybe I wont? Here is my current seat setup: 20231026_04-06-37_PM-5317.jpg It doesn't really do much for comfort or an second passenger. I would like to put a tufted, leather seat in place of this, just unsure if there is anything out there that wo...

I"m learning as I go... but just bought a replacement NewDay for my current NewDay.
Aside from needing to knock the film/glaze off it with an emery cloth it was fine, however the wires are in bad shape so that is why I ordered a new one.

First order for parts placed (ended up using Langs - Steve is awesome) Here is the list of parts and numbers I went with: Item Number Qty Description ------ --- ------------------ 2910 1 Gas feed pipe pack nut, brass, 2 per car - Year: 1906-1927 2913N 1 Feed pipe gasket, neoprene - Year: 1909-1927 ...

Tried searching for this.... I didn't really find anything, so thought I would ask. (apologies if I missed it too) Aside from the classifieds section, I'm getting to know the places to buy parts for my T. Is there a sticky note on this somewhere that helps on which place to shop at? I prefer NOS, th...

hoping on this thread.... I was leaning more towards the RMB setup until I started learning more about my Pie Wagon. Seems my grandfather cobbled many years of parts ranging from 1910 - 1928, so the "all orginal" part is out the window. Most of the changes he made I agree with. I do prefer the look ...

Tried it this evening with the left hand/arm... since I"m new to this it should be a quick and easy adjustment for me. Showed my uncle the video, he turns 96 tomorrow and was very impressed, excited and proud to see her running again. Gotta start my parts list tomorrow.. Appreciate all the comments!

Made some big progress today.... Ron (our president of the Mile High Pedal Pushers) came out this morning to take a look and work his magic on her. Here's a couple videos of the 1st Day Running in a long time! I'm pretty stoked about this. I now have a laundry list of things to replace, rebuild, twe...

Appear to be some type of engine compartments pans & a set of '26 - '27 hood shelves. Nice rig, by the way ! Thanks for that info... I will set these aside for now, this was driving me crazing trying to figure out how/where they mounted. 1912 was basically the only model year in which Ford offered ...

here's something I am curious about... in the back of the pie wagon are a few parts (black metal pieces) that I am unsure where they go to. Looks like maybe they go under the cab or in the engine compartment? Or maybe they dont go anywhere are are for some other vehicle? anyone know something about ...

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