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by Jim Eubanks
Tue Mar 12, 2024 5:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Anderson timer history
Replies: 5
Views: 389

Re: Anderson timer history

Do the New Day timers need a slight lube? I have seen lots of them with tracks.
by Jim Eubanks
Tue Mar 12, 2024 5:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Need help identifying this part
Replies: 2
Views: 263

Re: Need help identifying this part

29/31 front engine mount
by Jim Eubanks
Sat Mar 02, 2024 4:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Other Uses For the T Engine….
Replies: 14
Views: 1184

Re: Other Uses For the T Engine….

Around here they were commonly used to power cut off saws. Over the years I bought and was given several such.
by Jim Eubanks
Fri Feb 16, 2024 5:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Turbo 400 Clutch Discs
Replies: 29
Views: 1652

Re: Turbo 400 Clutch Discs

I got my replacement discs from a local transmission supply shop. We matched them up instead of looking for a given part no.
by Jim Eubanks
Sat Jan 27, 2024 5:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Vaporizer Linkage
Replies: 12
Views: 442

Re: Vaporizer Linkage

I have a 26 and a 27 both with vap manifolds and linkage is same on both.
by Jim Eubanks
Fri Dec 29, 2023 4:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: My 1927 Coupe in Storage
Replies: 9
Views: 545

Re: My 1927 Coupe in Storage

South Wind heaters do not leave gas fumes in the car. They work by vac which pulls the burnt gas back into the intake. Without vac they will not work because there would be nothing to pull the raw gas in. The fume thing is an old wives tale.
by Jim Eubanks
Thu Oct 26, 2023 5:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Going Down Hill with a Ruckstell
Replies: 32
Views: 1664

Re: Going Down Hill with a Ruckstell

The Ruckstell low is a geared down Ford ratio so when you are in low range you are going slower than a std ford gear. I am referring to both low and high on the transmission. So when going down a hill that you need extra hold back power, use the R low range.
by Jim Eubanks
Fri Oct 13, 2023 4:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Inspiration Needed for Brake Light Switch on early T with Rockies
Replies: 22
Views: 907

Re: Inspiration Needed for Brake Light Switch on early T with Rockies

Brent, I use 32-4 v8 brake switches on my Ts. They have a spring loaded rod with a hole in it. I make a bracket to hold the switch and use a short piece of wire and another spring to connect it to the RM brake pedal. I drill a small hole in the base of that pedal to run the connecting wire thru. Wit...
by Jim Eubanks
Mon Oct 02, 2023 4:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: T Time
Replies: 13
Views: 676

Re: T Time

That v8 looks interesting, wish we had more on it.
by Jim Eubanks
Mon Oct 02, 2023 8:36 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: ID of these key
Replies: 2
Views: 369

Re: ID of these key

Dom, you could always open a can of spam with one of those!
by Jim Eubanks
Tue Sep 19, 2023 6:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: WHY DO T CRANKS BREAK BEHIND #1 ROD?
Replies: 25
Views: 1220

Re: WHY DO T CRANKS BREAK BEHIND #1 ROD?

My experience was the forth main, I had a ball bearing and after two broken cranks went back to a babbit forth main and never had another problem
by Jim Eubanks
Tue Aug 15, 2023 9:29 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: slowwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww
Replies: 12
Views: 835

slowwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww

The forum has slowed down to a snails pace. Worked well last night.
by Jim Eubanks
Wed Jul 19, 2023 4:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Congratulations Patricia Stone (Roy)
Replies: 7
Views: 598

Re: Congratulations Patricia Stone (Roy)

Wonderful!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
by Jim Eubanks
Sun Jul 16, 2023 3:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Filling station
Replies: 10
Views: 626

Re: Filling station

Anybody figure out what that fellow needs for a week?
by Jim Eubanks
Fri Jun 09, 2023 8:30 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: mods to make a Bennett Buggy/Hoover Wagon
Replies: 9
Views: 956

Re: mods to make a Bennett Buggy/Hoover Wagon

The oilpan is left in, wish bone attached to it in front and rear end attached to it at the rear.
by Jim Eubanks
Thu May 11, 2023 5:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Ken Nye Last Ride
Replies: 7
Views: 1083

Re: Ken Nye Last Ride

I have known Ken and Jenni for several years, seeing them on our tours. Met them on on of the Hendersonville tours. Great folks.
by Jim Eubanks
Sat Mar 18, 2023 5:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: ***1926-1927 Snubbing Units, a Genuine Ford Approved Accessory for Model T***
Replies: 3
Views: 674

Re: ***1926-1927 Snubbing Units, a Genuine Ford Approved Accessory for Model T***

What semi annual magazine are you referring to with the MTFCI. I get their magazine and it comes every two months.
by Jim Eubanks
Wed Mar 08, 2023 8:46 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Who developed Model T three point suspension?
Replies: 11
Views: 1127

Re: Who developed Model T three point suspension?

Henry designed most of the first Cadillac and looking at a 04 model I can see a lot of Ford in it.
by Jim Eubanks
Tue Feb 07, 2023 5:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Pitifully Sorry USPS
Replies: 44
Views: 3803

Re: Pitifully Sorry USPS

First it was covid, then Amazon, short employees and so on. I have had stuff make it to Knoxville TN and then go to Detroit and back to Knoxville. The "informed delivery service" is a help but as their own foot notes say, its a maybe but not sure. As much as it costs to ship we should get better ser...
by Jim Eubanks
Wed Dec 21, 2022 5:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Engine stored for about 70 years....
Replies: 16
Views: 2567

Re: What a timing cover...

Thats a mag drive, looks like it was intended for a Fordson tractor. The alumn. hogshead is interesting on a motor with a one piece valve cover.
by Jim Eubanks
Sat Nov 19, 2022 4:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 26/7 Stewart Warner 490 speedometer system
Replies: 0
Views: 475

26/7 Stewart Warner 490 speedometer system

Could someone please post pic of the "wedge" type cable and housing ends for this type speedometer. I have the book but it does not actually show the cable and housing or it attached to the speedometer. Also are there any sources out there for this item.
by Jim Eubanks
Fri Sep 23, 2022 5:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Zenith Model B carb
Replies: 6
Views: 1015

Re: Zenith Model B carb

Tom, What is wrong with it. Rebuilding usually consists of cleaning, a new float needle and seat and new gaskets. If the shafts are not worn, usually a good cleaning and air blow will make the old zeniths run fine. IMHO the old solid float needles are better than the replacements. The only wearing p...
by Jim Eubanks
Mon Sep 19, 2022 9:03 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Early Fords themed restaurant. “Ford’s Garage”
Replies: 16
Views: 2205

Re: Early Fords themed restaurant. “Ford’s Garage”

According to the paper, one is coming to Knoxville, TN soon.
by Jim Eubanks
Tue Sep 13, 2022 8:16 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Tennessee DMV problems with 1909 T
Replies: 22
Views: 2321

Re: Tennessee DMV problems with 1909 T

A lot depends on who you are speaking with at the DMV. The last car I registered here was a 28 A with a four number vin and it went thru just fine.
by Jim Eubanks
Sat Sep 03, 2022 5:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Mag Repair
Replies: 3
Views: 848

Re: Mag Repair

Thanks Terry, Great work and just what I am going to have to do!
by Jim Eubanks
Tue Aug 23, 2022 8:16 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Spring Shackles
Replies: 14
Views: 1461

Re: Spring Shackles

Shackles wear out for lack of oil!
by Jim Eubanks
Tue Aug 23, 2022 8:11 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: There was some noice on the driveshaft and the car stopped.
Replies: 1
Views: 542

Re: There was some noice on the driveshaft and the car stopped.

babbit washers failed on either side of the ring gear causing the ring gear and pinion to go half mesh which stripped things.
by Jim Eubanks
Fri Jul 08, 2022 4:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Plug In Voltage Regulator For Early Texas T Mitsubishi Alternator
Replies: 14
Views: 2184

Re: Plug In Voltage Regulator For Early Texas T Mitsubishi Alternator

I had one of those and it would only kick in at high rpms. Would it have taken a different plug in to fix that?
by Jim Eubanks
Mon May 16, 2022 5:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Scam or no Scam
Replies: 17
Views: 2645

Re: Scam or no Scam

Here us one on FB marketplace in Knoxville, TN sure looks the same. 2018 Pace Enclosed Cargo Trailer 7k lbs. $1,200 Listed 10 hours ago in Knoxville, TN Details Condition Used - Good Pace Enclosed Trailer GVWR 7000 lbs. Exterior dim. 18' Long 8.5' wide 8' tall, Interior dim. 18' Long 8' wide 6'10" t...
by Jim Eubanks
Fri Apr 29, 2022 5:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Vaporizer Linkage
Replies: 7
Views: 1377

Re: Vaporizer Linkage

It takes a special arm that goes on you throttle rod at the steering col. Those are available at most of the vendors. You can make the cross rod from the correct size cold roll rod that is available at Home Depot, Rural King and hardware stores.
by Jim Eubanks
Thu Apr 28, 2022 5:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What Goes Here?
Replies: 14
Views: 1919

Re: What Goes Here?

While your tank is out, check the best you can for loose baffles. 26/7 cars are bad for drumming noise made from loose tank baffles.
by Jim Eubanks
Wed Apr 27, 2022 5:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: The Ford 3-Ton M1918
Replies: 16
Views: 2357

Re: The Ford 3-Ton M1918

I have seen one either at Ft Knox or Ft Lee. Did not get to see under the lids. It must have been interesting sure enough starting, even with elec start with that single carb. intake manifold serving two engines. Guess that solved the sync. problem.
by Jim Eubanks
Wed Apr 20, 2022 8:59 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Any T owners near Smithville or Sparta Tennessee?
Replies: 6
Views: 1274

Re: Any T owners near Smithville or Sparta Tennessee?

There are plenty of us in ET including George.
by Jim Eubanks
Wed Apr 06, 2022 4:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Stan Howe auction of parts of collections
Replies: 10
Views: 3818

Re: Stan Howe auction of parts of collections

The problem I see is how to get that stuff home.
by Jim Eubanks
Wed Mar 23, 2022 9:01 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Ever ready automatic oiler
Replies: 12
Views: 1482

Re: Ever ready automatic oiler

Tom, I have one around here somewhere. It came with a warning light and device that went under the transmission door to signal oil was not flowing. I took that part off and the light is still on my 26. Never did install the tank. Some years ago a friend of mine picked up a bunch of those at the Litt...
by Jim Eubanks
Wed Mar 23, 2022 8:55 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Wednesday pics
Replies: 14
Views: 1660

Re: Wednesday pics

Here is an age old question. Why did people run with their tops down so much, even in cold weather?
by Jim Eubanks
Sun Mar 13, 2022 5:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Do 'Gas Vaporizers' Actually Work?
Replies: 10
Views: 1546

Re: Do 'Gas Vaporizers' Actually Work?

Yes they do work, I have two cars with them that have been touring for over ten years.
by Jim Eubanks
Sat Mar 12, 2022 8:38 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Extra engine oil in Mountains?
Replies: 11
Views: 1602

Re: Extra engine oil in Mountains?

I am running the "Terry Horlock" system on my T's which is a takeoff from the hogshead where oil sling is greatest into a 1/2" line to the front of the pan. No problems and we have a few little hills here in ET.
by Jim Eubanks
Tue Mar 08, 2022 8:50 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Tuesday tales
Replies: 19
Views: 2023

Re: Tuesday tales

How about the 08/9 with the hunters!
by Jim Eubanks
Tue Mar 01, 2022 8:18 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: A load for a work horse T
Replies: 12
Views: 1839

Re: A load for a work horse T

That was when those long bales were truly heavy and I bet were bound with baling wire, not twine.
by Jim Eubanks
Sun Feb 27, 2022 9:45 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Happy Birthday Roy Stone
Replies: 8
Views: 1433

Re: Happy Birthday Roy Stone

I second that motion, Roy is one of the finest and wish him the best birthday and many more.
by Jim Eubanks
Wed Feb 23, 2022 8:17 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 12 piece Ring and gland manifold gasket sets
Replies: 12
Views: 1786

Re: 12 piece Ring and gland manifold gasket sets

There is nothing wrong with the original style rings and glands. I dope them with high heat silicone gasket cement and they work fine and can be used over and over. If you have a warped manifold then there is going to be problems.
by Jim Eubanks
Wed Feb 16, 2022 4:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Bud Delong
Replies: 36
Views: 5951

Re: Bud Delong

Bud is a great guy. I happened to be in Detroit several years ago during the festival and met
Bud there. He showed me around, rode me around and provided a great lunch. I will always remember him for that trip.
by Jim Eubanks
Sun Jan 30, 2022 11:13 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1926 Coupe Gas Tank Rehab
Replies: 7
Views: 1373

Re: 1926 Coupe Gas Tank Rehab

Another thing to consider while reworking the tank is the baffles. Most tanks I have seen have loose baffles in them which make a lot of noise. My 27 has screws soldered in from the outside to hold the baffles. At least one of them drums very loud. My 26 has never been fixed and it drums also. I bel...
by Jim Eubanks
Fri Jan 28, 2022 5:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Another look at trucks
Replies: 28
Views: 2521

Re: Another look at trucks

Sure looks like two wampus cats to me!
by Jim Eubanks
Sun Jan 09, 2022 10:43 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: T OHC identification
Replies: 0
Views: 613

T OHC identification

t OHC b.jpg
t OHC b.jpg
by Jim Eubanks
Sun Jan 09, 2022 10:40 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: T OHC identification
Replies: 7
Views: 1231

T OHC identification

T ohc c.jpg
T ohc c.jpg
More pics. Anyone ID this type of setup.
by Jim Eubanks
Sun Jan 09, 2022 10:35 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: OHC engine identification
Replies: 4
Views: 1651

OHC engine identification

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Not sure if this pic will show up. Would like to identify this OHC engine as to what set up it is.
by Jim Eubanks
Thu Dec 30, 2021 5:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Top Bow rivets
Replies: 10
Views: 1754

Re: Top Bow rivets

Gary, WW Granger has alum. rivets in various lengths. They have a store in W Knoxville. Look up WW Granger on the net and query solid rivets.
by Jim Eubanks
Thu Dec 16, 2021 10:14 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Off topic, 35 Ford panel van
Replies: 10
Views: 2302

Re: Off topic, 35 Ford panel van

Sent a PM also
by Jim Eubanks
Wed Dec 08, 2021 8:52 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Sediment bowl broken off in my '26 gas tank
Replies: 29
Views: 3272

Re: Sediment bowl broken off in my '26 gas tank

Go to your nearest super market and get a bunch of dry ice then, after you have siphoned out all the gas, put the dry ice in. It will kill the vapors and can do what ever you want to safely.
by Jim Eubanks
Fri Nov 26, 2021 5:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Comfy are We in a Ford Model T
Replies: 39
Views: 5653

Re: Comfy are We in a Ford Model T

I have to bend over to get into my wife's Toyota pu. My t's have their personality's but I am very confident with a T that uses coils and unless you break a crankshaft or axle they will get you home without worry about some sort of electronic gismo failure. I dou'bt any of these plastic and electron...
by Jim Eubanks
Tue Nov 16, 2021 4:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: "Depress beam headlight"
Replies: 3
Views: 1117

"Depress beam headlight"

Anyone have an idea what a headlight marked Depress beam headlight on the reflector rim might have come off of?
by Jim Eubanks
Tue Oct 12, 2021 5:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Our kinda guy.
Replies: 12
Views: 2322

Re: Our kinda guy.

that's quite a heater system he has there, nut unlike Cat canvas in the winter.
by Jim Eubanks
Mon Oct 11, 2021 5:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Generator problems
Replies: 11
Views: 1701

Re: Generator problems

I want to thank all for the help on this and Rajo Racer for hitting it on the head. After "timing" the brush plate it worked fine and put out a lot of amps. The regulator is good, guess since the gen was not charging it did not fry it.
by Jim Eubanks
Mon Oct 11, 2021 8:30 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Come on baby, maybe a little choke.
Replies: 24
Views: 3176

Re: Come on baby, maybe a little choke.

Looks like a stubborn old cuss. Looks like he has sealed beams in his headlights.
by Jim Eubanks
Tue Oct 05, 2021 8:47 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Quick pics
Replies: 11
Views: 1970

Re: Quick pics

Wonder what that is on top of those coupes and what kind of town car is in the background.
by Jim Eubanks
Fri Oct 01, 2021 6:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Generator problems
Replies: 11
Views: 1701

Re: Generator problems

Thanks Ron!!
by Jim Eubanks
Fri Oct 01, 2021 9:30 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Generator problems
Replies: 3
Views: 904

Re: Generator problems

Sorry about the double post. I dropped the gen off at a local shop to see what they can do with it after I removed the reg which was a FP reg.
by Jim Eubanks
Fri Oct 01, 2021 9:28 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Generator problems
Replies: 11
Views: 1701

Re: Generator problems

Yes it is a SP regulator. I still do not get that if the gen will motor, why it does not charge..............
by Jim Eubanks
Wed Sep 29, 2021 6:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Generator problems
Replies: 11
Views: 1701

Re: Generator problems

Not sure I understand what you mean here. How would I do that?
by Jim Eubanks
Wed Sep 29, 2021 6:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Generator problems
Replies: 11
Views: 1701

Generator problems

T gen motors when attaching pos lead to gen terminal and neg lead to housing. New fun products third brush plate and regulator cutout and no charge. Even ran a jumper across the cutout and still no charge. suggestions?
by Jim Eubanks
Wed Sep 29, 2021 5:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Generator problems
Replies: 3
Views: 904

Generator problems

T gen with fun products brush plate and regulator cutout. Gen motors when connected to pos lead and neg lead on case. Will not charge, Have moved the third brush back and forth, tightened it down and nothing. Even ran a jumper across the cutout, gen to bat side of the cutout and no charge. Any sugge...
by Jim Eubanks
Sun Sep 19, 2021 4:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: T engine with Fordson valves
Replies: 3
Views: 1094

T engine with Fordson valves

Neighbor has a T engine with Fordson valves, who stocks fordson valves.
by Jim Eubanks
Tue Aug 31, 2021 7:06 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: KRW tool to ID please
Replies: 7
Views: 1693

Re: KRW tool to ID please

It is a v
V8 tool, want to part with it?
by Jim Eubanks
Tue Aug 31, 2021 7:05 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: KRW tool to ID please
Replies: 7
Views: 1693

Re: KRW tool to ID please

It is a V8 tool. Want to part with it?
by Jim Eubanks
Thu Jul 01, 2021 5:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Vaporizer Carb rebuild and or how to operate (car will not start!!)
Replies: 9
Views: 1500

Re: Vaporizer Carb rebuild and or how to operate (car will not start!!)

Be sure the gas is turned on first, there is a lever on top of the firewall filter that turns the gas on and off. Do choke it, when it starts and smooths out leave the needle where it runs best. You adjust it by turning the choke rod. The vap will give you good service.
by Jim Eubanks
Sun Jun 13, 2021 3:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Feeling stupid - hard starting
Replies: 126
Views: 14019

Re: Feeling stupid

If it has gas and spark, it has to run. There should be no reason for it to be out of time while doing just a valve job. If you can pull it thru and hear the coils sing for each cyl, then they are working, if you can pull it thru and choke it hard, hear it gurgle and see a little liquid from or arou...
by Jim Eubanks
Sun Jun 13, 2021 3:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Feeling stupid - hard starting
Replies: 126
Views: 14019

Re: Feeling stupid

If it has gas and spark, it has to run. There should be no reason for it to be out of time while doing just a valve job. If you can pull it thru and hear the coils sing for each cyl, then they are working, if you can pull it thru and choke it hard, hear it gurgle and see a little liquid from or arou...
by Jim Eubanks
Sun Jun 13, 2021 8:13 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How bad is this?
Replies: 22
Views: 2943

Re: How bad is this?

Since you are new to this, I should have explained that many items made in the early days out of pot metal have deteriorated to the point they crumble very easy which seems to be the fault of your accessory timer. A common brand in T days was DELCO and their distributors and speedometers were made o...
by Jim Eubanks
Sun Jun 13, 2021 8:02 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How bad is this?
Replies: 22
Views: 2943

Re: How bad is this?

Since you are new to this, I should have explained that many items made in the early days out of pot metal have deteriorated to the point they crumble very easy which seems to be the fault of your accessory timer. A common brand in T days was DELCO and their distributors and speedometers were made o...
by Jim Eubanks
Sun Jun 13, 2021 7:41 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How bad is this?
Replies: 22
Views: 2943

Re: How bad is this?

That does appear to be just a elevated timer so take it off, throw it away and get a regular timer and rod for it and install it. There are several versions of std mounting timers available from all the peddlers. Things that cannot be fixed have no place on a T that is going to be driven. So answer ...
by Jim Eubanks
Fri Jun 04, 2021 9:29 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: I just joined the model T two piece crank club!
Replies: 23
Views: 3664

Re: I just joined the model T two piece crank club!

Welcome to the club. A high dollar crank will break as easy as a std. Its important to find out why and in my experience and others I have seen, its usually a forth main problem with alignment. I threw my ball bearing away!
by Jim Eubanks
Tue May 25, 2021 5:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How do I get this bolt into that hard-to-reach place?
Replies: 16
Views: 3392

Re: How do I get this bolt into that hard-to-reach place?

I just weld a nut on the pan ear when the pan is off.
by Jim Eubanks
Sat May 22, 2021 6:43 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Stan Howe RIP
Replies: 95
Views: 13437

Re: Stan Howe RIP

Stan will be missed by all that knew him and actually those that did not know him. He was a gifted musician, machinist, teacher, historian and on and on.
by Jim Eubanks
Thu May 20, 2021 9:46 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Off topic— USPS Informed Delivery
Replies: 27
Views: 3523

Re: Off topic— USPS Informed Delivery

I signed up for ID several days ago and have yet to receive a notice. The first day I got one with some else's stuff in TX.
by Jim Eubanks
Thu May 06, 2021 5:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Quick Look at '27 Engine Pull
Replies: 10
Views: 2347

Re: Quick Look at '27 Engine Pull

The low high pedal is pinned on the shaft with a rivet. Grind head off the rivet and drive it out. You can then work the pedal off. Lots of places (Cat dealers, Rural King, Tractor supply and most any bolt supply house) have grade 8 fine thread 5/16 bolts. I drilled the hole to match a 5/16 bolt, th...
by Jim Eubanks
Wed May 05, 2021 11:18 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Quick Look at '27 Engine Pull
Replies: 10
Views: 2347

Re: Quick Look at '27 Engine Pull

I pull my late engines by hooking toward the front so the engine comes out nearly standing up on its rear. It will come out complete without the starter. I do pull the coilbox as a matter on convenience. If you want to make it even easier, put a grade 8 bolt in where the low high pedal is so you can...
by Jim Eubanks
Fri Apr 30, 2021 5:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Rear main cap removal advice
Replies: 19
Views: 2888

Re: Rear main cap removal advice

It can be done and does require patience. IMHO the fix is determining first what the gap is before pulling the cap then after the cap is pulled, make a c shaped brass wear plate the correct thickness and pin it to the cap with countersunk brass screws. I speak from experience and have one of my Ts f...
by Jim Eubanks
Wed Apr 28, 2021 9:13 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: And now, for something entirely different !
Replies: 18
Views: 3578

Re: And now, for something entirely different !

If the pic is correct then the steering appears to be on the left side (USA type), the pitman arm is visible and also there appears not to be any emerg. brake rods. I agree the seat position would be relative to that side window.
by Jim Eubanks
Mon Apr 26, 2021 9:22 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Valuation of old tools
Replies: 5
Views: 1695

Re: Valuation of old tools

A listing of the part numbers would be a help. If the tools are not Z tools, they are not special.
by Jim Eubanks
Sat Apr 24, 2021 10:21 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Henry throws a fit
Replies: 11
Views: 2807

Re: Henry throws a fit

Great story Steve, that pic of the touring body being installed is a new one to me. Do not believe I have seen in in any of the reference books.
by Jim Eubanks
Mon Apr 05, 2021 9:21 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Where did you discover your Model T?
Replies: 39
Views: 5337

Re: Where did you discover your Model T?

I found my first T in 59 near my uncle's house in Macon GA. My dad and I made a deal with the owner and we drove down from Knoxville TN in the 48 F6 with a load of manure for my uncle's garden, bought the 21 T touring, drove it to a service sta. put it on the lift and backed the truck up to the lift...
by Jim Eubanks
Fri Apr 02, 2021 6:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Pictures past
Replies: 36
Views: 4538

Re: Pictures past

How many cars were actually in that wreck pic?
by Jim Eubanks
Thu Apr 01, 2021 8:42 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Ruckstell linkage
Replies: 11
Views: 2689

Re: Ruckstell linkage

Tom, It is my opinion that the midship support extends life of the shifter mech. on the rear end. Seems like most of the used ones need repair when you find them and I suspect they were run with no midship support on the rod. That may be something to consider when fabing a shift rod.
by Jim Eubanks
Wed Mar 31, 2021 9:44 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: More T pics
Replies: 23
Views: 2718

Re: More T pics

I guess I have been asleep at the switch, just realized that clicking on a picture enlarges it, much more detail visible!
by Jim Eubanks
Sat Mar 27, 2021 4:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Dealers
Replies: 10
Views: 1806

Re: Dealers

Wonder how the radiator made out on that pic with the wrecker pulling a roadster?
by Jim Eubanks
Sat Mar 20, 2021 5:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Ruxtell Advice Requested
Replies: 11
Views: 1995

Re: Ruxtell Advice Requested

If you separate out the normal rear end parts and service in the example above, the Ruxtell end of the job was relatively minor. Stan makes a good point also.
by Jim Eubanks
Sat Mar 20, 2021 9:31 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Ruxtell Advice Requested
Replies: 11
Views: 1995

Re: Ruxtell Advice Requested

If its an original then IMHO its worth more. Usually the sun gear pins are wore out, thrust washer pins sheared and special bearing needs replacing along with what ever needs to be done with the stock pinion bearing. $300.00 worth of parts or so. That special bearing is the most expensive item. I am...
by Jim Eubanks
Mon Mar 01, 2021 8:17 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: ID the year of this barn find ?
Replies: 13
Views: 2696

Re: ID the year of this barn find ?

Interesting spare tire rack made from a touring rear mt. I had a T in Hawaii that had an identical rig.
by Jim Eubanks
Sun Feb 28, 2021 4:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Installing the hogshead: Is there a better way?
Replies: 23
Views: 3301

Re: Installing the hogshead: Is there a better way?

Steve, I use the band clamp sold by Langs and it works fine. After lots of use it began to spring out a little and I just bent it back it. I would recommend getting one.
by Jim Eubanks
Wed Jan 27, 2021 8:29 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: POSTAL ISSUES please read.
Replies: 45
Views: 5900

Re: POSTAL ISSUES please read.

We get bills delivered that are already past due......... Christmas cards last week.....tracking info useless once a parcel gets to a major distribution center. Local postmaster did admit to a backlog and says as long as people order dogfood from the Walmart to be delivered by the postman, things ar...
by Jim Eubanks
Sun Jan 24, 2021 10:55 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Model T Ranch #1075 Slipping clutch fix kit
Replies: 8
Views: 1945

Re: Model T Ranch #1075 Slipping clutch fix kit

TBAY item number: 265025143764
by Jim Eubanks
Sun Jan 24, 2021 10:29 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Model T Ranch #1075 Slipping clutch fix kit
Replies: 8
Views: 1945

Model T Ranch #1075 Slipping clutch fix kit

Just saw this on tbay, what in the world is it and how does it work. Must be magic if it will fix a slipping clutch that has no adjustment left..............
by Jim Eubanks
Tue Dec 22, 2020 8:22 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Shaving a t cylinder head
Replies: 15
Views: 2813

Re: Shaving a t cylinder head

Harold, its not just the compression but equally important is the combustion chamber. Z heads have a combustion chamber that is much like the one Ford settled on for the Model A to increase its performace.
by Jim Eubanks
Mon Dec 21, 2020 10:11 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What is this?
Replies: 12
Views: 2635

Re: What is this?

It would be of great help to you if you obtained a basic library of Model T reference books such as a copy of the Service Bulletins, The factory repair manual, parts book and possibly a copy of Bruce McCally's model T book. You can never have enough reference material. All the vendors carry these pu...
by Jim Eubanks
Sat Dec 19, 2020 9:29 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Holley Vaporizer troubles
Replies: 11
Views: 2437

Re: Holley Vaporizer troubles

Mine start well in cold weather also. Those that have been on tour with me know my cars run well.
by Jim Eubanks
Wed Dec 16, 2020 5:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: I can't buy it but I'll help get it going
Replies: 15
Views: 4446

Re: I can't buy it but I'll help get it going

When you replace the plate, coat both sides with high temp red silicone where the mating surfaces are.
by Jim Eubanks
Sun Dec 13, 2020 8:12 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Holley Vaporizer troubles
Replies: 11
Views: 2437

Re: Holley Vaporizer troubles

There is nothing wrong with a vap setup. I have been running them on my Ts for years and that means national and local tours. Replace the plate and make sure all connections are tight. I use hight temp silicone gasket cement on mine when they are opened up. I have passed more than my share of Ts on ...