Replacing the transmission drums before driving season for my 1925 Touring. Always good to have a spare Model T for when the project takes longer than expected.
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- Mon Apr 04, 2022 10:29 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: What Have You Done to Your Model T in April?
- Replies: 69
- Views: 7967
- Tue Mar 29, 2022 7:10 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Vehicles
- Topic: Sold Local Speedster for sale
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2373
Re: Speedster for sale
Private message sent. Interested. Thanks.
- Fri Jun 25, 2021 5:27 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Vehicles
- Topic: Speedster
- Replies: 4
- Views: 4591
Re: Speedster
I bought a T from Jim a few years ago. Good guy who knows his Ts.
- Fri Jun 25, 2021 5:20 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: HOMECOMING 2021 CAR SHOW WINNERS
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1374
Re: HOMECOMING 2021 CAR SHOW WINNERS
This car show took place during the Model T Homecoming event. We didn't have event judges, but instead asked the public to vote for People's Choice and Most Unique.
- Tue Sep 08, 2020 12:07 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Vehicles
- Topic: 1915 Model T Speedster $7,600
- Replies: 3
- Views: 4010
Re: 1915 Model T Speedster $7,600. SOLD
Sold on 9/7
- Sat Sep 05, 2020 11:08 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Vehicles
- Topic: 1915 Model T Speedster $7,600
- Replies: 3
- Views: 4010
- Sat Sep 05, 2020 11:06 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Vehicles
- Topic: 1915 Model T Speedster $7,600
- Replies: 3
- Views: 4010
- Sat Sep 05, 2020 11:05 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Vehicles
- Topic: 1915 Model T Speedster $7,600
- Replies: 3
- Views: 4010
1915 Model T Speedster $7,600
1915 Brass Model T Speedster. Has 1925 motor with electric start. Runs on 12v battery with a 12v starter (that looks stock) - otherwise car is very much stock (as much as a Speedster can be stock). Photos look better than the car really is. Radiator has pings and dents. Paint has plenty of chips and...
- Mon Jul 20, 2020 7:16 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Transmission bands and synthetic oil
- Replies: 12
- Views: 4521
Re: Transmission bands and synthetic oil
5w30, 15w40, 10w30 - all good information, but ultimately I'm curious if synthetic oil lubricates too well causing a occasional band slippage? I don't recall this issue with conventional. It's hard to quantify the occurrence, but this happens randomly on any gear in two of my three Model Ts. If I we...
- Sun Jul 19, 2020 2:12 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Transmission bands and synthetic oil
- Replies: 12
- Views: 4521
Re: Transmission bands and synthetic oil
@TRDxB2, I have Kevlar bands and good drums. I believe they have been adjusted correctly. The issue can be on any gear and is very intermittent, normally no issues when driving. I'm experiencing this with my Hack and Touring, but not my Speedster (which I drove about 40 miles yesterday). I have been...
- Sun Jul 19, 2020 10:39 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Transmission bands and synthetic oil
- Replies: 12
- Views: 4521
Transmission bands and synthetic oil
I know I'm stirring the hornets nest, but I have a legitimate oil question. Lately I'm finding synthetic oil is as affordable and sometimes cheaper than conventional oil. So in my recent oil change I used 5w30 synthetic (4 QTs for only $8). I seem to recall a passing comment that synthetic can cause...
- Wed Jul 08, 2020 7:10 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Speedsters
- Replies: 132
- Views: 31311
Re: Speedsters
My daughter and me at the Old Car Festival 2019.
- Mon Jul 06, 2020 7:19 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Old Car Festival 2020 Is Canceled
- Replies: 5
- Views: 2716
Old Car Festival 2020 Is Canceled
Looking at the Henry Ford site, the event is listed as cancelled. Figured I'd start a new thread on the topic.
- Tue Jun 30, 2020 10:21 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: FS, 5031 wire harness :SOLD:
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2952
Re: FS, 5031 wire harness
I just installed mine. I was a little worried about age or cracking as I unraveled the wires, but they appeared fresh as if they were made last week.
- Tue Jun 30, 2020 10:12 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: About to buy tires - are recent vintage Riversides holding up well?
- Replies: 20
- Views: 6085
Re: About to buy tires - are recent vintage Riversides holding up well?
I installed Riversides on my Tudor about 8 year ago. I believe they were from Vietnam. I added thousands of miles to the tires. No sidewall cracking, good wear.
Chad
Chad
- Tue Jun 30, 2020 10:05 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: 12v cutout
- Replies: 9
- Views: 3194
Re: 12v cutout
@TRDxB2, I misread your earlier reply and suggestion to buy a diode.
I'm only getting a cutout with diode. I'm not buying a diode to repair my cutout, but may try to add it to my order and see if I can salvage my old cutout.
I'm only getting a cutout with diode. I'm not buying a diode to repair my cutout, but may try to add it to my order and see if I can salvage my old cutout.
- Tue Jun 30, 2020 6:58 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: 12v cutout
- Replies: 9
- Views: 3194
Re: 12v cutout
Thanks all. Based on the advice, I'm getting a 6v cutout and adding a diode as an extra precaution. I'm finding 6v and 8v regulators are out of stock anyway. I've been in the hobby for 12 years, but I'm always learning. Do I understand correctly my 12v regulator will try to charge my battery until i...
- Tue Jun 30, 2020 7:18 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: 12v cutout
- Replies: 9
- Views: 3194
Re: 12v cutout
Appreciate the comments! My generator is set to about 8amps. Apologies for interchanging the terms cutout and regulator! This is an important distinction. Correction, I have a 12v regulator, not a cut out. Noting the correction, it seems option 3, 4, or 5 are my best options. Correct? 1) install my ...
- Mon Jun 29, 2020 10:15 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: 12v cutout
- Replies: 9
- Views: 3194
12v cutout
I have a Model T that came with a new 8v battery. The cutout just died and I happen to have a spare 12v cutout. I've been reading past forum posts, but only seem to confuse myself (easy to do). I know options 3 and 4 are the ideal solutions, but can I get away with option 1 or 2 for now? 1) install ...
- Mon Jun 22, 2020 7:29 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Original Ammeter FS
- Replies: 12
- Views: 4923
Re: Original Ammeter FS
Darel,
I'm sending you an email. May be interested. Thanks. Chad
I'm sending you an email. May be interested. Thanks. Chad
- Mon Jun 15, 2020 2:31 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: WTB: transmission oil filter screen
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1743
WTB: transmission oil filter screen
Hoped to pick one up at a swap meet, but that doesn't look likely due to COVID-19. Hoping someone here has an oil filter that I can buy. Thanks.
- Mon Jan 20, 2020 10:14 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: LEDs when turned off
- Replies: 23
- Views: 7961
Re: LEDs when turned off
Thanks Tfan for sharing the photos! As Mark mentioned in the post above, others LEDs are far less expensive, but yours are less noticeable and I hear cast a better light with the Model T reflectors.
- Sun Jan 19, 2020 10:48 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: LEDs when turned off
- Replies: 23
- Views: 7961
Re: LEDs when turned off
Good to know the vertical Ford H lenses cast an odd light. I have a spare set of plain clear lenses, but wouldn't want to install them since the LEDs will be even more obvious when not in use. All good insight. Below is an image I shot last summer when driving home late from work using a standard 6v...
- Sat Jan 18, 2020 9:19 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: LEDs when turned off
- Replies: 23
- Views: 7961
Re: LEDs when turned off
This is the type of lens I own.
- Sat Jan 18, 2020 8:28 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: LEDs when turned off
- Replies: 23
- Views: 7961
LEDs when turned off
I need to buy new headlights for a 6v system, and I'm leaning toward LEDs. There are plenty of testimonies and photos of Model Ts demonstrating LEDs when on, but how does the Model T look with the lights off? How noticeable are LED lights when turned off? I like the benefits of LED, but I don't want...
- Sat Aug 31, 2019 9:29 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Magnet Clamp Broke
- Replies: 9
- Views: 3952
Re: Magnet Clamp Broke
I'm off to an auction on Monday in Indiana. Hoping to find some tools and goodies for this rebuild. Otherwise I'll order parts Tuesday. Probably add a new flywheel for good measure, I see some teeth look a little worn. Thanks all!
Chad
Chad
- Sat Aug 31, 2019 6:24 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Magnet Clamp Broke
- Replies: 9
- Views: 3952
Re: Magnet Clamp Broke
Thanks. Good suggestion, I'll play it safe and replace all screws and plates. What tools do you recommend I order to make the job easier and accurate? Do I need to tool below?
https://www.modeltford.com/item/KRW1.aspx
https://www.modeltford.com/item/KRW1.aspx
- Fri Aug 30, 2019 10:27 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Magnet Clamp Broke
- Replies: 9
- Views: 3952
Magnet Clamp Broke
I was driving home and the magneto stopped working. After some troubleshooting I pulled off the magneto post and discovered that a stray magnet clamp was disrupting the connection. I pulled the hogs head off and found the clamp. Luckily I caught this in time before any serious damage was done. Flywh...
- Mon Aug 26, 2019 5:52 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Vehicles
- Topic: 1923 / 24 Model T Tudor $7,100 OBO
- Replies: 6
- Views: 5193
Re: 1923 / 24 Model T Tudor $7,100 OBO
The T has been sold. Thanks MTFCA.
- Thu Aug 22, 2019 9:13 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Vehicles
- Topic: 1923 / 24 Model T Tudor $7,100 OBO
- Replies: 6
- Views: 5193
Re: 1923 / 24 Model T Tudor $6,600 OBO
Let's try $6,600
- Wed Aug 21, 2019 10:08 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Vehicles
- Topic: 1923 / 24 Model T Tudor $7,100 OBO
- Replies: 6
- Views: 5193
- Tue Aug 13, 2019 5:32 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Vehicles
- Topic: 1923 / 24 Model T Tudor $7,100 OBO
- Replies: 6
- Views: 5193
- Tue Aug 13, 2019 5:14 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Vehicles
- Topic: 1923 / 24 Model T Tudor $7,100 OBO
- Replies: 6
- Views: 5193
1923 / 24 Model T Tudor $7,100 OBO
t1.jpg t2.jpg This Model T has been a great car for over ten years, but we're running out of space. I own four Model Ts and need some room. Accepting offers. Here are the good, bad, and ugly. Engine rebuilt 9 years ago. Generally all stock. Engine was overbored with 0.030 aluminum pistons (vs cast)...
- Sun Jul 14, 2019 5:41 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Valve pins regularly fail
- Replies: 8
- Views: 3853
Re: Valve pins regularly fail
I do recall reading about bad pins during the era we rebuilt my engine. One pin broke in half, the others seem to rattle loose.
- Sun Jul 14, 2019 2:40 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Valve pins regularly fail
- Replies: 8
- Views: 3853
Valve pins regularly fail
My Tudor engine was rebuilt about eight years ago to include a valve job. It runs great. At least once every couple years (approx 1,000 miles) a valve pin goes missing causing my T to run rough. Upon inspection, I find that the valve, spring, and spring seats are in good condition, but I'm missing a...
- Tue Jul 09, 2019 11:47 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Model T's are back at Kings Island
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1699
Re: Model T's are back at Kings Island
I may be there this weekend. As a kid, this ride was the closest thing I could experience to driving a car. Perhaps this ride subconsciously got me hooked on the Model T
- Sat Jul 06, 2019 10:13 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: White Tires From Hershey
- Replies: 5
- Views: 3031
Re: White Tires From Hershey
Ha, Allan for the win. I was hoping everyone would say the hack truck so I would only have to change one set of tires. Thanks all!
- Sat Jul 06, 2019 1:14 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: White Tires From Hershey
- Replies: 5
- Views: 3031
Re: White Tires From Hershey
Keeping all black on both cars are an option too, but I hate the idea of spending $700 on black tires when I have a good set ready to go.
Both cars with black tires:
Both cars with black tires:
- Sat Jul 06, 2019 1:12 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: White Tires From Hershey
- Replies: 5
- Views: 3031
White Tires From Hershey
I need to replace my tires on the hack truck. I bought some great like-new whitewall Firestone tires at Hershey (no cracks, plenty of tread, little age) for next to nothing. My original plan was to place the whitewalls on my Speedster and move the Speedster tires (in great condition) to the Hack. At...
- Sun Jun 16, 2019 9:43 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Parting out 1926 tudor sedan nice body w more
- Replies: 8
- Views: 4186
Re: Parting out 1926 tudor sedan nice body w more
Look for a PM. Thanks. Chad
- Sat Apr 20, 2019 8:08 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: anyone coming from the Chicago area to Richmond, VA area?
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2848
Re: anyone coming from the Chicago area to Richmond, VA area?
My schedule is really tight, but I'll be driving to Chicago April 30-May 1. I then fly commercial to DC May 21-24. Unfortunately TSA will make me check the coils (they cannot be carried on) and I fear the baggage handlers will not treat the box with care, but its an option.
- Tue Jan 22, 2019 11:52 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Lets see your Speedster
- Replies: 81
- Views: 22188
Re: Lets see your Speedster
1915 Speedster with a traditional T powerplant.
- Wed Jan 16, 2019 9:03 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Loose spoke problem
- Replies: 27
- Views: 10221
Re: Loose spoke problem
Here is a similar product on Amazon (be sure to use Amazon smile and select Model T Ford Club of America as a donation). https://www.amazon.com/Wonderlockking-W2081-Products-Furniture-Adhesive/dp/B000H5W3RG/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1547689956&sr=8-2&keywords=Chair-Loc On the old forum, there were quit...
- Tue Jan 08, 2019 8:46 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: My first T
- Replies: 26
- Views: 9488
Re: My first T
Before:
After:
Big thanks to the MTFCA and the local club for helping me get my T up and running about ten years ago.- Tue Jan 08, 2019 8:41 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: 2019 Michigan Jamboree
- Replies: 3
- Views: 2652
Re: 2019 Michigan Jamboree
Following the thread to see if there are any updates. Interested as well. Thanks.