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- Mon Jan 25, 2021 11:44 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Joshua Tree Tour
- Replies: 27
- Views: 952
Re: Joshua Tree Tour
I wore a flannel shirt in the mornings when it was still a bit cold, but was wearing a T shirt in the afternoons. Great tour and even better roads.
- Mon Jan 25, 2021 11:37 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: From one old fart to another
- Replies: 5
- Views: 497
Re: From one old fart to another
Thanks guys! Actually, my birthday is the 30th. I've still got 5 days to go. It's still great to be able to wake up in the morning with no aches or pains, although it's getting difficult to get off my creeper!
- Mon Jan 25, 2021 11:30 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: 1915 Hogshead Assembly
- Replies: 9
- Views: 234
Re: 1915 Hogshead Assembly
With the exception of the lettered pedals, why would a '15 be different than a '14?
- Sun Jan 24, 2021 10:54 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: My 1914 Project
- Replies: 20
- Views: 695
Re: My 1914 Project
I apologize for my post above. I didn't intend to offend anyone! I just couldn't resist!
- Sun Jan 24, 2021 10:38 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Information Needed !
- Replies: 7
- Views: 476
Re: Information Needed !
Steve: I'm wondering if Ron Patterson would be of help on that question?
- Sun Jan 24, 2021 10:35 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: My 1914 Project
- Replies: 20
- Views: 695
Re: My 1914 Project
It's amazing the people that post on here that don't know what they are talking about!
- Sat Jan 23, 2021 10:52 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Rubber Tubes
- Replies: 24
- Views: 636
Re: Rubber Tubes
Why take an original Ford part an modify it to accommodate a part that was made incorrectly in the first place?
- Fri Jan 22, 2021 2:28 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Joshua Tree Tour
- Replies: 27
- Views: 952
Re: Joshua Tree Tour
The owner of the Miracle Springs Resort took a liking to our members, and rolled out the red carpet. He even took us to his newly acquired home nearby that used to belong to Mary Pickford, which is shown above. He even offered us a very reduced rate at his hotel if we cared to return after we left. ...
- Fri Jan 22, 2021 2:21 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: New Day Timer Question
- Replies: 14
- Views: 607
Re: New Day Timer Question
What Dan and Nick posted is correct. I figured this one out over 50 years ago!
- Fri Jan 22, 2021 2:17 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Could this end up to be a problem ????
- Replies: 22
- Views: 1060
Re: this end up to be a problem ????
It already is a problem!
- Wed Jan 20, 2021 9:27 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Trouble Mounting a Tire on a Non-demountable Wheel
- Replies: 22
- Views: 674
Re: Trouble Mountaing a Tire on a Non-demountable Wheel
Get a Dykes book and read it!
- Wed Jan 20, 2021 9:19 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Joshua Tree Tour
- Replies: 27
- Views: 952
Re: Joshua Tree Tour
It was a fun 3 days. It appears we went 275 miles. I've never used my Ruckstell so much. BTW, that's me at the keyboard. No problems for me or my car. I didn't think highly of the National Park, but I don't care for the desert.
- Fri Jan 15, 2021 9:51 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: 1925 Roadster Pickup Questions
- Replies: 73
- Views: 3673
Re: 1925 Roadster Pickup Questions
I haven't checked out getting the glass channel nickel plated, but they did it originally, probably in long strips before it was bent.
- Fri Jan 15, 2021 9:43 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Pratt Lampert Cheery Bark Stain
- Replies: 13
- Views: 737
Re: Pratt Lampert Cheery Bark Stain
BTW, I believe the correct name is Pratt and Lambert.
- Fri Jan 15, 2021 9:41 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Mercury drop axle
- Replies: 14
- Views: 820
Re: Mercury drop axle
Check with Jarvis Erickson. He knows more about Mercury's than anyone.
- Thu Jan 14, 2021 4:35 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: FS NOS Schrader Universal Round valve stem nuts
- Replies: 10
- Views: 546
Re: FS NOS Schrader Universal Round valve stem nuts
None of the tubes that have newly made, non correct brass valves have the valve stems used by Ford. To make my point, even with original dust covers you must start screwing down the dust cover at the top of the valve, and screw it all the way down. With the originals you don't have to do that. Too b...
- Thu Jan 14, 2021 11:25 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: FS NOS Schrader Universal Round valve stem nuts
- Replies: 10
- Views: 546
Re: FS NOS Schrader Universal Round valve stem nuts
I probably have more original rim nuts than anyone, and not one of them says Schrader. Mine all fit 777 and 888 valves. Gary, do yours fit those valves?
- Thu Jan 14, 2021 10:52 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Gas line for the purist
- Replies: 21
- Views: 1240
Re: Gas line for the purist
Interesting subject. Since we aren't dealing with pressure, I'd say we are pretty safe! I'm lucky, I have a couple of NOS gas lines, and have an original on my 1925 that works fine. As I have mentioned many times, I have a 1913 that I've owned for over 60 years. I started restoring it as a teenager,...
- Wed Jan 13, 2021 11:22 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: FS NOS Schrader Universal Round valve stem nuts
- Replies: 10
- Views: 546
Re: FS NOS Schrader Universal Round valve stem nuts
Gary: The rim nuts you have are not for a Model T! The ones Dan McEachern posted are correct. Dan spent a lot time and effort to make these exactly like the originals.
- Wed Jan 13, 2021 11:17 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Hub caps
- Replies: 18
- Views: 746
Re: Hub caps
I have originals on all of my cars, but studying the changes from 1913 on is an interesting topic. I don't know when they started putting the manufactures symbol on the bottom, but I guess it would be in the early 1920's. I've been extremely lucky in being able to find NOS hubcaps at Hershey over th...
- Wed Jan 13, 2021 11:09 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: 1925 Roadster Pickup Questions
- Replies: 73
- Views: 3673
Re: 1925 Roadster Pickup Questions
It appears that Dan Treace, as usual, has posted the correct information from the original Ford glass booklet. The fact that this car is a pickup has nothing to do with the windshield which is a standard runabout. What I've found out about glass recently, is the thickness is different than what was ...
- Wed Jan 13, 2021 10:56 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Pratt Lampert Cheery Bark Stain
- Replies: 13
- Views: 737
Re: Pratt Lampert Cheery Bark Stain
I recently restored a 1913 KW coilbox, and used the Cherry Bark stain. It is beautiful, BUT, I think the Laurel Mountain Forge stain is closer to the original, and it is still available.
- Tue Jan 12, 2021 10:57 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Generator Rivets
- Replies: 6
- Views: 401
Re: Generator Rivets
Check with Ron Patterson on exactly what to use, and go from there. No problem.
- Tue Jan 12, 2021 10:55 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: T time
- Replies: 12
- Views: 652
Re: T time
I really enjoy Tom's photos, especially noting the correct placement of the rear curtain windows. Thanks Tom!
- Mon Jan 11, 2021 10:20 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: WTB ORIGINAL 27 MAIN WIRING HARNESS
- Replies: 5
- Views: 308
Re: WTB ORIGINAL 27 MAIN WIRING HARNESS
Brent: Don't even consider a harness that doesn't have the Ford tag! It won't be correct. Check with Don Lang. I bought my originals from him many years ago. I had to go through a pile of used harnesses to find what I needed.
- Mon Jan 11, 2021 10:04 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: On the job and not
- Replies: 18
- Views: 1118
Re: On the job and not
1915 Ford. This is the last year Ford used the side flap on the top boot. It was eliminated in 1916. Good detail.
- Sun Jan 10, 2021 10:29 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: For Sale - Full Flow Float valves (how to un-strangle your NH)
- Replies: 13
- Views: 696
Re: For Sale - Full Flow Float valves (how to un-strangle your NH)
Scott is mentioning something that I've known for years, and yet the vendors have done nothing about it! I bought a viton tipped needle and seat from Langs recently thinking it would be one of Scotts. It isn't! The original seats were .125", and the replacements are .100". I hope I got this right! I...
- Sun Jan 10, 2021 10:18 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Tool Roll with Tools on Ebay
- Replies: 2
- Views: 318
Re: Tool Roll with Tools on Ebay
Larry Reed is a pretty decent guy, but I doubt if his tool roll was very correct for the price he was asking!
- Sat Jan 09, 2021 11:04 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Service Book
- Replies: 0
- Views: 212
Service Book
I saw a mint looking original blue service book on ebay yesterday for $89. I would gladly pay that amount if I needed one.
- Sat Jan 09, 2021 11:01 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: New Years Day
- Replies: 9
- Views: 753
Re: New Years Day
My car is much darker than in that photo.
- Sat Jan 09, 2021 10:55 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Two Man Top Front Flap
- Replies: 13
- Views: 653
Re: Two Man Top Front Flap
I put a flap on my '13, but unlike most everyone I put it on the top of the front bow, with the flap hanging down over the top of the windshield like a late T does.
- Fri Jan 08, 2021 10:40 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: WTB - Original Brass Schrader Valve Stem Dust Covers - Found!
- Replies: 10
- Views: 342
Re: WTB - Original Brass Schrader Valve Stem Dust Covers
Perhaps you can see from this post why I don't like reproductions! They almost always don't reproduce stuff correctly. I supplied Dan with the original parts for him to copy. He was so kind to do this. I think if he would advertise them, he would sell more. Keep in mind there are two lengths of dust...
- Fri Jan 08, 2021 10:29 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: finishing firewall
- Replies: 15
- Views: 650
Re: finishing firewall
Be careful what you get. As I recall, what they call 3/4", is really not true! It is 23/32" That makes for a loose fit for the brass trim.
- Thu Jan 07, 2021 10:55 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: 1923-25 Coil Box Differences
- Replies: 24
- Views: 747
Re: 1923-25 Coil Box Differences
Don't use a plywood kit. Lang's offers a solid wood kit which is better than original, but the best kit is Fun Projects plastic kit.
- Thu Jan 07, 2021 10:48 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: New Years Day
- Replies: 9
- Views: 753
Re: New Years Day
Yes, my car was painted rather ugly colors in the past. Had I not have had a gallon of dark blue to paint the car with, I would have painted it black! While restoring the car, I found no evidence that the car was ever blue, only black.
- Wed Jan 06, 2021 8:53 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: New Years Day
- Replies: 9
- Views: 753
New Years Day
For years the Horseless Carriage Club of Southern California has had the Holiday Motor Excursion. You probably have guessed we couldn't have it for the first time in 60 years, because of the virus. So, some of our members decided to do the Rose Parade route down Colorado Blvd. on New Years morning a...
- Wed Jan 06, 2021 8:39 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: The Old Fashioned Way
- Replies: 29
- Views: 1759
Re: The Old Fashioned Way
I hear you on your reluctance to learn this new stuff, but I'm kind of the same way. I've learned the basics, and that is about it. Now I'm having problems with my new iPhone, which is worse! Welcome to the club. BTW, I'll be 78 this month.
- Tue Jan 05, 2021 6:40 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: 1913-1920 Running Boards
- Replies: 0
- Views: 212
1913-1920 Running Boards
Not a whole lot of information on these. Here is what I have observed. It is possible several different manufactures could have been making these for Ford at the same time. The most obvious thing is the size of the Ford script, which from my observations remained the same through 1916 and possibly 1...
- Tue Jan 05, 2021 6:20 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: #4
- Replies: 9
- Views: 560
Re: #4
Keep it up Tom. You are a treasure!
- Tue Jan 05, 2021 10:37 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Field Coil Tape
- Replies: 30
- Views: 1051
Re: Field Coil Tape
I'd check with RV. He does it all the time.
- Tue Jan 05, 2021 10:29 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Converting gas headlights from electric back to gas
- Replies: 15
- Views: 601
Re: Converting gas headlights from electric back to gas
I'm new to using gas headlights. Because of dedicated members, I was able to duplicate all of the gas lines for my car to original style. I was able to find a brass Tee for the radiator, and for the first time in my life learned how to do a double flare! My only wish now is for Ron Gocek to get busy...
- Mon Jan 04, 2021 10:39 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: FS Ruckstell shift lever part
- Replies: 8
- Views: 724
Re: FS Ruckstell shift lever part
That is the early design. I like that style, because it gets the lever away from my right leg.
- Mon Jan 04, 2021 10:38 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: For Sale: 1914 Steering Column
- Replies: 8
- Views: 714
Re: For Sale: 1913-1914 Steering Column
The big difference is the location of the right lower mounting hole.
- Mon Jan 04, 2021 10:34 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: 1925 dash
- Replies: 2
- Views: 392
Re: 1925 dash
Since your dash is rusty, it's hard to tell, but there are two styles of open car dashes used in 1925, early and late.
- Mon Jan 04, 2021 10:22 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Best oil for the tiger timer
- Replies: 6
- Views: 419
Re: Best oil for the tiger timer
Tiger Timers were the cheapest design of the Ford style timer.
- Mon Jan 04, 2021 10:19 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Does my rear axle housing need to be straightened?
- Replies: 37
- Views: 1509
Re: Does my rear axle housing need to be straightened?
If you have someone available who knows how to straighten housings, go for it. Most all of them are bent to some degree.
- Mon Jan 04, 2021 10:16 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: 1923-25 Coil Box Differences
- Replies: 24
- Views: 747
Re: 1923-25 Coil Box Differences
I could be wrong, but if you have a '23-5, the difference is taken care of in the switch and wire loom. Also, your coilbox will have no holes in the front for the earlier style switch.
- Sun Jan 03, 2021 11:46 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: The Ultimate NH carb upgrade kit - All 6 Sale Kits have been spoken for
- Replies: 14
- Views: 947
Re: The Ultimate NH carb upgrade kit - All 6 Sale Kits have been spoken for
My check, mentioned above went out yesterday.
- Sun Jan 03, 2021 11:45 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: For Sale: 1914 Steering Column
- Replies: 8
- Views: 714
Re: For Sale: 1913-1914 Steering Column
Looks like a 1914, not a 1913!
- Sun Jan 03, 2021 11:41 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: A new year.
- Replies: 13
- Views: 767
Re: A new year.
Fantastic Tom! Keep 'em coming!
- Sun Jan 03, 2021 11:33 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Original Smith Is Good For Our Hobby
- Replies: 20
- Views: 1358
Re: Original Smith Is Good For Our Hobby
I have crows in the trees in my back yard. They are a pain!
- Sun Jan 03, 2021 11:30 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Help!!! I can't find a top pattern!
- Replies: 24
- Views: 845
Re: Help!!! I can't find a top pattern!
As I mentioned above, don't skimp! Most original tops have common sense fasteners secured inside the material that is placed before being sewn together. Are you willing to forget about that possibility to get an incorrect top for your car? Also your question about a 1925 top being the same as a 1926...
- Sat Jan 02, 2021 10:30 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Help!!! I can't find a top pattern!
- Replies: 24
- Views: 845
Re: Help!!! I can't find a top pattern!
Don't skimp on a top. Get in touch with Mike Francis at Classtique. He makes the best kits around. Be sure to specify the Turf Grain pattern, which is very close to the original. Don't fall for the Colonial grain which is a little cheaper. After retiring I took an automotive upholstery course. It's ...
- Fri Jan 01, 2021 9:23 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: The Ultimate NH carb upgrade kit - All 6 Sale Kits have been spoken for
- Replies: 14
- Views: 947
Re: The Ultimate NH carb upgrade kit - For Sale
Scot:
I have tried contacting you several times with no success! I will try to find your address in the roster, and send you a check.
I have tried contacting you several times with no success! I will try to find your address in the roster, and send you a check.
- Fri Jan 01, 2021 9:18 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Fair Market Value of Reprinted Ford Service Bulletins
- Replies: 9
- Views: 748
Re: Fair Market Value of Reprinted Ford Service Bulletins
I started collecting bulletins over 45 years ago. They were a little easier to find then. Issue # 1 is a yellow/orange format. All the issues after that had a blue border until 1921 or 22. After that, they were black only. Sometime in 1927 they changed to the Model A format. I think it was a good th...
- Fri Jan 01, 2021 9:06 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: photos of Model T assembly off the train
- Replies: 34
- Views: 1601
Re: photos of Model T assembly off the train
I wonder how they kept the seat cushions from falling out?
- Thu Dec 31, 2020 10:53 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: FS Original 1915 Side curtains
- Replies: 4
- Views: 536
Re: FS Original 1915 Side curtains
Ed: I'll get a check out to you today. My address will be on the check and the envelope. Larry
- Wed Dec 30, 2020 11:19 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: 13T - Commuter Rod Travel Range and Its Impact on Timing
- Replies: 13
- Views: 765
Re: 13T - Commuter Rod Travel Range and Its Impact on Timing
Timer Gauges: Of course a ruler is an easy way to set the timing in the retarded position, but the timer gauge made by Snyder to do the setting is ONLY made for the late T's with a 5/8 bolt head. What about a gauge for a 9/16 bolt head? Does anyone have any data on when the bolt heads were changed f...
- Tue Dec 29, 2020 9:25 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: 13T - Commuter Rod Travel Range and Its Impact on Timing
- Replies: 13
- Views: 765
Re: 13T - Commuter Rod Travel Range and Its Impact on Timing
The photos above show the incorrect lever on the spark rod from the steering column. Where is the swivel, and the correct commutator rod?
- Tue Dec 29, 2020 9:21 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Fair Market Value of Reprinted Ford Service Bulletins
- Replies: 9
- Views: 748
Re: Fair Market Value of Reprinted Ford Service Bulletins
When the MTFCI reprinted these bulletins, they didn't go far enough! First, they didn't punch the three holes in the proper location. Second, they didn't use the glossy paper Ford used which is still being used, and lastly they didn't use the colors Ford used. The positive side is the information is...
- Mon Dec 28, 2020 10:07 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: FS Original 1915 Side curtains
- Replies: 4
- Views: 536
Re: FS Original 1915 Side curtains
Ed, I will buy them. Let me know.
Larry Smith
Larry Smith
- Sun Dec 27, 2020 11:02 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Stuck fuel shut off valves
- Replies: 16
- Views: 862
Re: Stuck fuel shut off valves
I have the old fashioned shut off valves that Lang's sells on all of my cars, and have never had one stick.
- Sat Dec 26, 2020 10:07 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Interesting Early Hubcap
- Replies: 8
- Views: 910
Re: Interesting Early Hubcap
I've had several of those. I don't like them, so they just sit on the back shelf. Here are some examples of 1913 hub caps I have. If you are wondering about the natural wheels, wonder no more! The car has been restored.
- Fri Dec 25, 2020 10:46 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: 13T - Starting issues and mixture adjustments
- Replies: 29
- Views: 1125
Re: 13T - Starting issues and mixture adjustments
I've always run NH carbs on all of my T's. I have two '13s that both start the same. I have the throttle lever about 1/3 down, and the spark fully advanced. With the gas on, I prime the engine three quarter turns. I then turn on the switch to battery, and retard the spark. Usually, the car will star...
- Thu Dec 24, 2020 12:51 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Stop Light Wire
- Replies: 13
- Views: 1052
Re: Stop Light Wire
Here is the genuine Ford stoplight switch I used.
- Thu Dec 24, 2020 10:13 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Stop Light Wire
- Replies: 13
- Views: 1052
Re: Stop Light Wire
Here are the photos of the parts I used to convert my stock 1925 taillight to a stop light. As I mentioned I can't see any difference between the original, and the one I used, except for the straight through socket. The one in the picture is not the one on the car, but is a spare that I have.
- Wed Dec 23, 2020 10:15 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Stop Light Wire
- Replies: 13
- Views: 1052
Re: Stop Light Wire
I took some pictures yesterday of the components I used for this project. Will try to post them soon, but I'm painting fenders today.
- Tue Dec 22, 2020 10:55 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Anyone had a Spring break at the centre bolt?
- Replies: 13
- Views: 715
Re: Anyone had a Spring break at the centre bolt?
I have two 13's, and both had had the front springs replaced. I wonder if that happened often? I remember it took me over a year to find a good replacement for my roadster, but I finally did. 1913's had two styles of springs, front and rear. Some had the curled leaves and some didn't.
- Tue Dec 22, 2020 10:47 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Stop Light Wire
- Replies: 13
- Views: 1052
Re: Stop Light Wire
Henry did provide an accessory taillight in 26-7, and that is the set up I used, except as you can see, I didn't use the taillight.
- Mon Dec 21, 2020 8:57 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Stop Light Wire
- Replies: 13
- Views: 1052
Stop Light Wire
Here is a setup I used on my 1925, to convert it to a stoplight. I'm using a factory taillight and license plate bracket. The bulb is used for Model A cowl lights to convert them to turn signals. I have to file one tab off the bulb to do this. I don't know why Snyder had to put an offset tab on this...
- Mon Dec 21, 2020 10:24 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Which Cowl Lacing set is correct for 1924?
- Replies: 10
- Views: 577
Re: Which Cowl Lacing set is correct for 1924?
Everyone should have a copy of the Ford Service book. It answers a lot of these kind of questions. I prefer original copies which aren't too hard to find.
- Mon Dec 21, 2020 10:18 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Hot Air Pipe
- Replies: 5
- Views: 741
Re: Hot Air Pipe
The late '25s use the swivel adjustment too, but don't require the relief in the hot air pipe, but I have one on my car anyway. I agree, stay away from the repro hot air pipes, there are too many originals around.
- Sun Dec 20, 2020 11:12 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Which Cowl Lacing set is correct for 1924?
- Replies: 10
- Views: 577
Re: Which Cowl Lacing set is correct for 1924?
What Dan says is correct. I have a NOS firewall to prove it.
- Sat Dec 19, 2020 11:22 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: News for Me
- Replies: 11
- Views: 730
Re: News for Me
I retired in 2003, and haven't regretted it. As above, I restored two Model T's, and keep busy doing T related things. I've been able to attend four tours this year with no problems at all.
- Thu Dec 17, 2020 11:14 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: WTB 27 hubcaps
- Replies: 11
- Views: 629
Re: WTB 27 hubcaps
The ones Bob is selling are made with the original dies.
- Thu Dec 17, 2020 11:09 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: STUCK!!!!!
- Replies: 28
- Views: 1131
Re: STUCK!!!!!
How does a 3 jaw puller work on a four spoke steering wheel?
- Wed Dec 16, 2020 10:45 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Walker radiator
- Replies: 18
- Views: 1048
Re: Walker radiator
To my knowledge, Walker has never made radiators for stock T's, so there is nothing to worry about!
- Tue Dec 15, 2020 11:06 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: 1925 Roadster Pickup Questions
- Replies: 73
- Views: 3673
Re: 1925 Roadster Pickup Questions
Try to remember, your car is only a 1925 Roadster, with a one year only pickup box bolted on. I've owned two of these pickups. Correct any problems you may have one step at a time, and in time, it will be correct.
- Sun Dec 13, 2020 10:50 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Blockley 30 x 3 — almost.
- Replies: 5
- Views: 660
Re: Blockley 30 x 3 — almost.
I wish they would come up with a nicer looking tread pattern!
- Sat Dec 12, 2020 12:28 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Original Rocky Mountain brake parts F/S
- Replies: 4
- Views: 609
Re: Original Rocky Mountain brake parts F/S
Layden: The check went out yesterday.
- Sat Dec 12, 2020 12:21 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Front engine mount - 1924 Tudor
- Replies: 4
- Views: 352
Re: Front engine mount - 1924 Tudor
Strange indeed! It must be for a truck, but where are the holes for the cotter pins? Since it is incorrect anyway, I would replace it with the correct one.
- Thu Dec 10, 2020 11:32 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Have you seen this style of top strap before?
- Replies: 14
- Views: 1169
Re: Have you seen this style of top strap before?
It sure is nice to see a 1912 with doors! Most everyone in this area have removed them for some reason.
- Thu Dec 10, 2020 11:29 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Sediment Bulb Valve Weeping
- Replies: 7
- Views: 476
Re: Sediment Bulb Valve Weeping
I've never seen one in that condition!
- Thu Dec 10, 2020 11:27 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: rocky mountain brake question
- Replies: 14
- Views: 721
Re: rocky mountain brake question
What we need to do is go back to the originals. It would take someone that would be willing to take on a project like that. The new ones work backwards from the originals, which were CABLE operated, and had a small bracket attached to the brake pedal.
- Wed Dec 09, 2020 12:11 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Car cover question
- Replies: 6
- Views: 427
Re: Car cover question
I get mine from Don Lang. They are made by Covercraft.
- Wed Dec 09, 2020 11:17 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Original Rocky Mountain brake parts F/S
- Replies: 4
- Views: 609
Re: Original Rocky Mountain brake parts F/S
Layden: If Benji doesn't take them, let me know.
- Wed Dec 09, 2020 11:05 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Front Spring Clamps with Correct Bolts & Nuts
- Replies: 2
- Views: 256
Re: Front Spring Clamps with Correct Bolts & Nuts
Those are difficult to find Mark. The correct hex nuts aren't easy to find either!
- Wed Dec 09, 2020 11:03 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Red rubber gas line
- Replies: 4
- Views: 911
Red rubber gas line
WTB, some red gas light cloth covered hose that was made by Ron Gocek several years ago. This was either 7/16 or 1/2 OD, and fits through the radiator holes. I need enough to go from the carbide generator to the frame mounted gas line on a 1913.
- Wed Dec 09, 2020 10:57 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Where can you find new Model T parts?
- Replies: 16
- Views: 968
Re: Where can you find new Model T parts?
There is new, and there is NOS. Sometimes, there is a big difference!
- Wed Dec 09, 2020 10:53 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Same size?
- Replies: 11
- Views: 964
Re: Same size?
Steve Coniff has a Snap On socket for the camshaft nut. I've not seen another.
- Wed Dec 09, 2020 10:50 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Have you seen this style of top strap before?
- Replies: 14
- Views: 1169
Re: Have you seen this style of top strap before?
I'm wondering about the buckle. Aside from not being brass plated, it appears to be the same one used on the '13 rear bow straps?
- Wed Dec 09, 2020 10:44 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: What day is Today - Did we forget?
- Replies: 16
- Views: 992
Re: What day is Today - Did we forget?
I had my flag out all day. Most of the folks in my neighborhood forgot!
- Wed Dec 09, 2020 10:43 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: T race car
- Replies: 27
- Views: 1392
Re: T race car
I've been watching your progress for years Pete. I'm glad to see it as it is now. Keep on going, I know it will be on the road in my lifetime?
- Tue Dec 08, 2020 11:14 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: 24 Touring Barn Car Revival - Part 3
- Replies: 434
- Views: 62141
Re: 24 Touring Barn Car Revival - Part 3
I was looking at the photo you posted of the rear spring. I suggest you turn around the oiler from it's current position, or you won't be able to open it when installed. I use the factory service book for clues on that kind of stuff, to be able to get things right.
- Tue Dec 08, 2020 11:02 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: '23-5 top irons question
- Replies: 9
- Views: 570
Re: '23-5 top irons question
I know Blue Lake is a long ways from Los Angeles, but I'm here to help with pictures and data. I built my p/u from original parts, so I was able to become knowledgeable on just about everything. The project took seven years, and no two parts came from the same car. My pickup box was a rust free orig...
- Tue Dec 08, 2020 10:48 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Factory Wiring
- Replies: 9
- Views: 653
Re: Factory Wiring
I've had problems with the current reproduction wire looms. What I did was using original factory used looms, I took them to Y and Z's wiring in Redlands, California. They did it right, and even wove in the original Ford tags just like original. Of course, it took twice and much money to do this, bu...
- Mon Dec 07, 2020 10:54 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: '23-5 top irons question
- Replies: 9
- Views: 570
Re: '23-5 top irons question
I didn't read my post carefully enough. The 8 1/4" measurement I gave is from the left edge of the brace to the the center of the left upper hole for the taillight bracket.
- Mon Dec 07, 2020 10:46 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Milt Webb is still with us!
- Replies: 31
- Views: 1017
Re: Milt Webb
I've been on many tours with Milt. He was a great guy.
- Sun Dec 06, 2020 4:43 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: '23-5 top irons question
- Replies: 9
- Views: 570
Re: '23-5 top irons question
I just found some photos of that brace or L bracket. I just had my computer switched from windows 8 to windows 10, so I'm not too familiar with what's going on now. As you can see the two left holes are for the taillight bracket. You can use your taillight bracket to locate the others. The two holes...
- Sun Dec 06, 2020 4:28 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: '23-5 top irons question
- Replies: 9
- Views: 570
Re: '23-5 top irons question
The spacing for the taillight bracket in 8 1/4", and halfway down on the crosspiece. That cross piece probably isn't on your bed if it's been converted to a trailer. If it is, the two top holes for the taillight bracket are already in it. There are two rivets holding it on, on each side. The holes s...