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by Budreau
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: 7966

Re: What Have You Done to Your Model T in April?

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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by Budreau
Tue Mar 29, 2022 7:10 am
Forum: Classifieds - Vehicles
Topic: Sold Local Speedster for sale
Replies: 2
Views: 2371

Re: Speedster for sale

Private message sent. Interested. Thanks.
by Budreau
Fri Jun 25, 2021 5:27 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Vehicles
Topic: Speedster
Replies: 4
Views: 4587

Re: Speedster

I bought a T from Jim a few years ago. Good guy who knows his Ts.
by Budreau
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.
by Budreau
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
by Budreau
Sat Sep 05, 2020 11:08 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Vehicles
Topic: 1915 Model T Speedster $7,600
Replies: 3
Views: 4010

Re: 1915 Model T Speedster $7,600

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by Budreau
Sat Sep 05, 2020 11:06 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Vehicles
Topic: 1915 Model T Speedster $7,600
Replies: 3
Views: 4010

Re: 1915 Model T Speedster $7,600

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by Budreau
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...
by Budreau
Mon Jul 20, 2020 7:16 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Transmission bands and synthetic oil
Replies: 12
Views: 4518

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...
by Budreau
Sun Jul 19, 2020 2:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Transmission bands and synthetic oil
Replies: 12
Views: 4518

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...
by Budreau
Sun Jul 19, 2020 10:39 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Transmission bands and synthetic oil
Replies: 12
Views: 4518

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...
by Budreau
Wed Jul 08, 2020 7:10 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Speedsters
Replies: 132
Views: 31302

Re: Speedsters

My daughter and me at the Old Car Festival 2019.
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by Budreau
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.

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by Budreau
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.
by Budreau
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
by Budreau
Tue Jun 30, 2020 10:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 12v cutout
Replies: 9
Views: 3192

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.
by Budreau
Tue Jun 30, 2020 6:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 12v cutout
Replies: 9
Views: 3192

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...
by Budreau
Tue Jun 30, 2020 7:18 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 12v cutout
Replies: 9
Views: 3192

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 ...
by Budreau
Mon Jun 29, 2020 10:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 12v cutout
Replies: 9
Views: 3192

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 ...
by Budreau
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
by Budreau
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.
by Budreau
Mon Jan 20, 2020 10:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: LEDs when turned off
Replies: 23
Views: 7960

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.
by Budreau
Sun Jan 19, 2020 10:48 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: LEDs when turned off
Replies: 23
Views: 7960

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...
by Budreau
Sat Jan 18, 2020 9:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: LEDs when turned off
Replies: 23
Views: 7960

Re: LEDs when turned off

This is the type of lens I own.
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by Budreau
Sat Jan 18, 2020 8:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: LEDs when turned off
Replies: 23
Views: 7960

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...
by Budreau
Sat Aug 31, 2019 9:29 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Magnet Clamp Broke
Replies: 9
Views: 3951

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
by Budreau
Sat Aug 31, 2019 6:24 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Magnet Clamp Broke
Replies: 9
Views: 3951

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?

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by Budreau
Fri Aug 30, 2019 10:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Magnet Clamp Broke
Replies: 9
Views: 3951

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...
by Budreau
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.
by Budreau
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
by Budreau
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)...
by Budreau
Sun Jul 14, 2019 5:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Valve pins regularly fail
Replies: 8
Views: 3850

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.
by Budreau
Sun Jul 14, 2019 2:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Valve pins regularly fail
Replies: 8
Views: 3850

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...
by Budreau
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 :)
by Budreau
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!
by Budreau
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.

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by Budreau
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...
by Budreau
Sun Jun 16, 2019 9:43 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Parting out 1926 tudor sedan nice body w more
Replies: 8
Views: 4185

Re: Parting out 1926 tudor sedan nice body w more

Look for a PM. Thanks. Chad
by Budreau
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.
by Budreau
Tue Jan 22, 2019 11:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Lets see your Speedster
Replies: 81
Views: 22184

Re: Lets see your Speedster

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1915 Speedster with a traditional T powerplant.
by Budreau
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...
by Budreau
Tue Jan 08, 2019 8:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: My first T
Replies: 26
Views: 9487

Re: My first T

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Big thanks to the MTFCA and the local club for helping me get my T up and running about ten years ago.
by Budreau
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.