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by Roffe
Wed Jul 28, 2021 11:33 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: steering column question
Replies: 8
Views: 1608

Re: steering column question

Regarding the brackets on the improved fords this came up earlier this year. ;)
viewtopic.php?f=2&t=20380&p=156825&hili ... er#p156825
by Roffe
Sat Jun 12, 2021 11:37 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Feeling stupid - hard starting
Replies: 126
Views: 14019

Re: Feeling stupid

John. I'm sure Steve used his neat spark plug tester. :)
by Roffe
Sat Jun 12, 2021 2:28 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Feeling stupid - hard starting
Replies: 126
Views: 14019

Re: Feeling stupid

Are you sure you have set the spark to the compression stroke not the exhaust stroke ?
by Roffe
Thu Apr 08, 2021 12:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Model T/Model A Song 1928
Replies: 9
Views: 2205

Re: Model T/Model A Song 1928

Wonderful music. Love it. :D
by Roffe
Wed Apr 07, 2021 9:26 am
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: Message from your wife.
Replies: 2
Views: 1916

Message from your wife.

Oh well .....
by Roffe
Wed Apr 07, 2021 6:54 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Side Curtain Drawings for a 26-27 Roadster
Replies: 3
Views: 1127

Re: Side Curtain Drawings for a 26-27 Roadster

Hi. Here are som photos of my car with side curtains and som links to previous discussions on the subjekt. Hope you find it helpful. :) http://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/822076/836454.html?1518391160 http://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/179374/230769.html?1314028489 http://www.mtfca.com/discus/me...
by Roffe
Wed Apr 07, 2021 4:59 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Radiator rebuild video
Replies: 5
Views: 1648

Re: Radiator rebuild video

So nice to see real craftsmanship. I now get the understanding of how much work is put into a radiator. Even more interesting since I bought my radiator from Bergs a few years ago. Thanks :)
by Roffe
Tue Apr 06, 2021 6:02 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 26 Roadster Steering column
Replies: 13
Views: 2222

Re: 26 Roadster Steering column

Looking closely at the photos it looks lik there is a bracket on both sides of the firewall.
by Roffe
Tue Apr 06, 2021 5:59 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 26 Roadster Steering column
Replies: 13
Views: 2222

Re: 26 Roadster Steering column

I agree with Allan. I think square flange is correct for the 1926-27 roadsters. At least it is on mine. Flange on the inside and brackets on the engine side of the firewall.
by Roffe
Thu Dec 03, 2020 5:02 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What have you done with your T in December
Replies: 41
Views: 6447

Re: What have you done with your T in December

Beautiful car and photo Warwick.
by Roffe
Sat Nov 21, 2020 7:21 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: A little winter drive
Replies: 2
Views: 1353

Re: A little winter drive

Yes it been posted before but its so nice to watch again. Harsh winter conditions. Icy wind polished roads with no salt or sand in high speed with no spikes or chains on those skinny tyres. He was kind of lucky when the car hit the ditch it was a soft landing in the snow. Interesting guy. Very impre...
by Roffe
Tue Nov 17, 2020 7:10 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: I Started a Center Door Rebuild Blog
Replies: 3
Views: 1595

Re: I Started a Center Door Rebuild Blog

That is interesting. Looking forward to see the progress. Thank you. :)
by Roffe
Sun Nov 08, 2020 11:37 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: '27 Fordor Restore......# 5 !!!
Replies: 72
Views: 10874

Re: '27 Fordor Restore......# 5 !!!

What beautiful work. You are a true craftsman. So interesting to follow your progress.
by Roffe
Thu Oct 22, 2020 4:16 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Guy is building a 1913 body from scratch
Replies: 7
Views: 2369

Re: Guy is building a 1913 body from scratch

What a talented guy. So interesting to see how he forms the sheetmetal. A real artist. Very impressive. Can only find part one and two on youtube, is there more or is this as far as the project has come until today ?
by Roffe
Tue Oct 20, 2020 3:36 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Switching Gears
Replies: 5
Views: 1858

Re: Switching Gears

Wow. Bob you said it all. Very well described. :)
by Roffe
Tue Oct 13, 2020 11:41 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Photos of 1927 Coupe Rear Bumper Brackets?
Replies: 17
Views: 3103

Re: Photos of 1927 Coupe Rear Bumper Brackets?

Hi. This is how my brackets are attached on my 1926 roadster.
by Roffe
Fri Sep 25, 2020 6:13 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: '26-'27 body blocks
Replies: 2
Views: 1148

Re: '26-'27 body blocks

I googled and found this on Antique Auto Ranch.
http://www.antiqueautoranch.com/montana ... yBlock.htm
by Roffe
Fri Sep 04, 2020 5:42 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Leaf Spring Silicone
Replies: 21
Views: 3654

Re: Leaf Spring Silicone

When I restored the springs 6 years ago I used 3M Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene UHMW Tape. Its a very durable thick and low friction tape whit a strong glue on one side. I was a bit pricey but I don't regret using it. The UHMW Tape had the exact width to fit the leafs and is almost invisi...
by Roffe
Tue Jul 14, 2020 5:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Can arc welding weaken magnets ?
Replies: 6
Views: 2621

Re: Can arc welding weaken magnets ?

Norman, that's a relief to hear. Thank you.
by Roffe
Tue Jul 14, 2020 3:57 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Can arc welding weaken magnets ?
Replies: 6
Views: 2621

Re: Can arc welding weaken magnets ?

Thanks. Good advise.
by Roffe
Tue Jul 14, 2020 3:40 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Can arc welding weaken magnets ?
Replies: 6
Views: 2621

Re: Can arc welding weaken magnets ?

Thanks Frank. I've read about that phenomenon but its about 3 feet from the transmission so I don't think that will be a problem.
I am more concerned with the current flowing thru the frame/engine. But Im maybe overthinking the possible danger of demagnetising . ;)
by Roffe
Tue Jul 14, 2020 2:41 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Can arc welding weaken magnets ?
Replies: 6
Views: 2621

Can arc welding weaken magnets ?

I am wondering about arc welding(DC) can hurt the magnets. I'm about to do a small repair on the frame close to the engine,
and would like to hear your opinion. Thanks.
by Roffe
Thu Apr 09, 2020 10:22 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: An interesting video of a European Model T journey
Replies: 19
Views: 6590

Re: An interesting video of a European Model T journey

Mario. The 1915 model T is not stock. The engine is modified with pressure oil system, new crank and oil slingers.
Just watched this video. Its in Dutch so I can't understand the subtext, but the video shows some modifications being done. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kUL21Xr2-bc
by Roffe
Thu Apr 09, 2020 3:06 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: An interesting video of a European Model T journey
Replies: 19
Views: 6590

Re: An interesting video of a European Model T journey

Jeff. I hope you don't mind that I add this video to your post. Its another wonderful video of an adventures trip.
I know its been posted earlier, but why not see it again. :)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hhwVjJvEjAs
by Roffe
Wed Apr 08, 2020 10:02 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: An interesting video of a European Model T journey
Replies: 19
Views: 6590

Re: An interesting video of a European Model T journey

Wow. That was an amazing journey and a wonderful guy with the right attitude. On of the most interesting model T videos I have ever seen. Beautiful scenery. Thanks for sharing.
by Roffe
Tue Mar 24, 2020 12:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Wind wings
Replies: 9
Views: 3791

Re: Wind wings

Hi. Took some pictures of my 26 roadster. Seems the sides are parallel sideways and up-down. 200mm X 440mm.
by Roffe
Tue Mar 03, 2020 12:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: New video from Robert Merz
Replies: 9
Views: 4716

Re: New video from Robert Merz

Beautiful video. Nice drone footage. Love the scenery.
by Roffe
Mon Feb 24, 2020 12:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Distributor??
Replies: 17
Views: 5826

Re: Distributor??

I´ll just pass on a good advice someone gave me. Make sure your distributor has a good ground. Attach a cable from the distributor body to somewhere on the engine block.
by Roffe
Mon Feb 24, 2020 11:31 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Drag link question
Replies: 7
Views: 3231

Re: Drag link question

There is also an APCO ball cap for the drag link, if the ball is out of round.
https://www.modeltford.com/item/2728APCO.aspx
by Roffe
Mon Feb 24, 2020 10:50 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Distributor??
Replies: 17
Views: 5826

Re: Distributor??

I got the front plate version in my T. I did replace the shaft. Think I bought it from Snyders. Different shafts for the front plate and the clip on types. It´s been in the car for many years, and I'm very pleased with it. Works incredibly well. Haven't come to fix my weak magnets yet so I stick to ...
by Roffe
Mon Dec 30, 2019 5:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 26 Roadster cab/seat help
Replies: 19
Views: 5495

Re: 26 Roadster cab/seat help

Yes that's it. Didn't know they had it. Have to order a couple my self. Thanks. :)
by Roffe
Mon Dec 30, 2019 3:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 26 Roadster cab/seat help
Replies: 19
Views: 5495

Re: 26 Roadster cab/seat help

Hi again. Been thinking about the mystery hole (the big hole above the door latch striker . Could it be for a rubber "cushion" or rubber knob to keep the door from rattling ? Something like the rubber knobs in the lower left and right side under the turtle deck lid. Just a thought.
by Roffe
Mon Dec 30, 2019 12:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 26 Roadster cab/seat help
Replies: 19
Views: 5495

Re: 26 Roadster cab/seat help

And here is a picture of the lower left pillar if you need it
by Roffe
Mon Dec 30, 2019 12:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 26 Roadster cab/seat help
Replies: 19
Views: 5495

Re: 26 Roadster cab/seat help

I just have to add that I have not the faintest idea what the big hole are good for or if the rubber grommet is original.
by Roffe
Mon Dec 30, 2019 11:54 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 26 Roadster cab/seat help
Replies: 19
Views: 5495

Re: 26 Roadster cab/seat help

Yes the big hole has a rubber grommet in it. And you are right about the wood behind that hole. My pillar seems to miss on smal hole just above the latch .
by Roffe
Mon Dec 30, 2019 11:22 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 26 Roadster cab/seat help
Replies: 19
Views: 5495

Re: 26 Roadster cab/seat help

Hi. Took some picktures of my 26 roadster. Hope this helps.
by Roffe
Sun Dec 01, 2019 5:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Amazing postcard set
Replies: 9
Views: 4226

Re: Amazing postcard set

Fantastic post cards. Its really impressive to se all the belt driven machinery. Wow. :o
by Roffe
Mon Sep 09, 2019 7:19 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Taking my 1911 Model T for a spin
Replies: 15
Views: 6197

Re: Taking my 1911 Model T for a spin

Beautiful car and video. Thanks for sharing . :D
by Roffe
Sun Jul 21, 2019 1:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Exhaust pipe heat
Replies: 10
Views: 5020

Re: Exhaust pipe heat

Or you could use an aluminium shield mounted with spacers and wood screws under the floorboards. Two pieces . One for each floorboard.

Ps:Sorry Had to repost this due to the website transfer the picture got lost.
by Roffe
Sun Jul 14, 2019 11:45 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Exhaust pipe heat
Replies: 10
Views: 5020

Re: Exhaust pipe heat

Or you could use an aluminium shield mounted with spacers and wood screws under the floorboards. Two pieces . One for each floorboard.
by Roffe
Thu Jun 27, 2019 5:12 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Fun down south
Replies: 4
Views: 2991

Re: Fun down south

So nice to see young people working on this old cars with such joy and enthusiasm.
by Roffe
Thu May 30, 2019 2:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Poured some babbit tonight
Replies: 7
Views: 3974

Re: Poured some babbit tonight

You should definitely have someone to make a video of your dad and your "balet dance". A precious memory in the future. Manny model T enthusiasts including me sure would love to see .
by Roffe
Thu May 30, 2019 12:55 pm
Forum: Forum Support Questions
Topic: OT or not- my pet peeve about posts
Replies: 19
Views: 11292

Re: OT or not- my pet peeve about posts

And to deal with the wind noise the faux fur is the best way to reduce and break up the wind. Most people use their cellphone and the built in microphone has some limitations in windy conditions. You can cover the microphone with a cotton ball to act as a wind screen. Simply get a cotton ball and ta...
by Roffe
Mon May 13, 2019 2:42 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: '27 Radiator Apron
Replies: 14
Views: 6448

Re: '27 Radiator Apron

I bought a new repro apron from Langs a few years ago. I was beautifully made like the original. It even had the small tubing to hold the crank spring.
by Roffe
Thu May 09, 2019 11:38 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: ***1926-1927 Fan Assembly***
Replies: 13
Views: 5932

Re: ***1926-1927 Fan Assembly***

Thank you Martynn for your super nice and detailed drawings. Invaluable. :)
by Roffe
Mon Feb 11, 2019 6:22 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What Would You Like to See the Vendors Offer
Replies: 54
Views: 16630

Re: What Would You Like to See the Vendors Offer

New gas tanks (cowl) for the improved model T.
by Roffe
Wed Jan 09, 2019 3:10 pm
Forum: Forum Support Questions
Topic: Why a User Name?
Replies: 21
Views: 11505

Re: Why a User Name?

I was surprised that the user names are displayed I the forum. Its primary a login username not meant to be shown in public, me thinks. This is an explanation from the web: Alternatively referred to as an account name, login ID, and user ID, username or username is the name given to a user on a comp...