Search found 514 matches

by D Stroud
Wed Sep 14, 2022 4:31 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Inspection Denial
Replies: 87
Views: 16179

Re: Inspection Denial

This may or may not apply here or even be relevant, but there are MANY farm type trucks, among many other types, that are equipped with wood bodied grain/livestock beds all over these United States, they have been made that way for many, many years, at least 100+ that I know of. I wonder how those c...
by D Stroud
Wed Sep 14, 2022 2:58 am
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: Tool Time
Replies: 129
Views: 889663

Re: Tool Time

Back in the mid/late '80's, I worked part time as a welder for a local heavy equipment contractor. The shop had a 50 or 60 ton press similar to that Manly press that was originally a hand pump affair. The resident head mechanic took a fuel injection pump from an OLD Caterpillar four cylinder diesel ...
by D Stroud
Mon Jun 27, 2022 5:19 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Passing of Patty Lang
Replies: 66
Views: 15383

Re: Passing of Patty Lang

I've been away from the Forum for a while due to some life issues and just saw this. I'm so sorry to hear this. We lost our oldest daughter at age 36 to brain cancer five years ago, I know of no words that can ease the pain of losing a loved one. Dave
by D Stroud
Mon Jun 27, 2022 4:00 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Steering Shaft 1926
Replies: 12
Views: 3034

Re: Steering Shaft 1926

What Wayne said. That flat side makes spotting a 5to1 shaft very easy, even when covered in grease. ;) Dave
by D Stroud
Sun May 08, 2022 4:55 am
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: Tractor Talk
Replies: 152
Views: 143904

Re: Ford Tractors or heck! any tractors so all can play

Dallas, I'll trade you a '23 TT for it. Oh wait, that ship already sailed. Dave :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:
by D Stroud
Sun Apr 24, 2022 7:24 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: windshield end caps?
Replies: 4
Views: 1870

Re: windshield end caps?

As George said, 'shock' the screws. After shocking the screws a few times with a standard screwdriver, use an impact screwdriver, IF you have a bit that fits the screw well. A tapered bit, which most screwdrivers have, will just try to 'slide' out of the screw slot while turning it. An impact screwd...
by D Stroud
Sat Apr 23, 2022 4:59 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Moody T woody
Replies: 10
Views: 2540

Re: Moody T woody

Looks like a waste of a lot of good parts to me. :( :( One of my pet peeves. :roll: JMHO Dave
by D Stroud
Sun Apr 17, 2022 3:44 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Stan Howe auction of parts of collections
Replies: 10
Views: 6295

Re: Stan Howe auction of parts of collections

I have a Stromberg OF that Stan rebuilt for me several years ago. I have never installed it due to life getting in the way. I don't know if I should use it or just put it on display. :) I feel honored to own it. Dave
by D Stroud
Sun Apr 17, 2022 3:31 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Steering Gear Ball Arm
Replies: 15
Views: 3625

Re: Steering Gear Ball Arm

I built mine up with bronze and ground to a close fit with a hand grinder and finished with emery cloth using a good cap for fit. Worked great and didn't take very long either. JMHO Dave
by D Stroud
Sun Apr 17, 2022 3:23 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Aux trans requirements?
Replies: 8
Views: 2604

Re: Aux trans requirements?

Whatever you do, DO NOT cut and weld the driveshaft! It's not if it will fail, but when it will fail(and it will), then you have no brakes. :shock: Do as was posted, machine either end to fit. Dave
by D Stroud
Fri Jan 21, 2022 8:43 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Anyone know how to ge in contact with Dave Sosnoski?
Replies: 5
Views: 1927

Re: Anyone know how to ge in contact with Dave Sosnoski?

I hope Dave is doing well. Many years ago, he helped me figure out that our coupe was a '25 instead of a '24 as was listed on the title. He is pretty much the '24/'25 coupe Guru. At one time he was going to write a book about them, never did hear if he got it done or not. He was very helpful. Dave
by D Stroud
Fri Jan 14, 2022 6:10 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Andy Loso
Replies: 5
Views: 2724

Re: Andy Loso

Wow! I have been away from the forum for a couple of months due to some health issues. I am truly saddened to hear of the loss of these wonderful Craftsmen and Mentors to our hobby in the not so distant past. I haven't dealt with some of them directly, but I have been in awe of their expertise and k...
by D Stroud
Fri Jan 14, 2022 5:05 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Driver’s Side Door Hinge Pin Mirror…..
Replies: 3
Views: 1553

Re: Driver’s Side Door Hinge Pin Mirror…..

I installed one of those hinge pin mounted mirrors on our '25 coupe about 10 years ago. I ground just a bit off of the I D of the bracket so it would fit over the hinge as was mentioned in the catalog. The bracket is diecast so it won't rust. The original hinge pin was a bit too large to fit in the ...
by D Stroud
Sat Sep 18, 2021 6:35 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Help identifying rim
Replies: 3
Views: 1870

Re: Help identifying rim

Most likely a Chevy rim. They can be identified by the cut out lug as shown. As was said, the valve stem hole wont line up on a Model T wheel, but the hole can be relocated to fit a Hayes T wheel. The Model T Hayes rims have one of the lug holes just reamed out a bit so they will fit on the wheel. S...
by D Stroud
Sat Sep 18, 2021 5:04 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Forced To Sell
Replies: 92
Views: 30775

Re: Forced To Sell

I have been away from the forum for awhile, just now saw this thread. I have been in a similar situation about 45 years ago, I know the stress involved. My check will be in the mail Monday. Many thanks to all that are involved with helping Don. If my donation doesn't pan out to help Don, I hope it c...
by D Stroud
Sat Aug 21, 2021 4:29 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Axle key way fit
Replies: 13
Views: 3546

Re: Axle key way fit

In a past life, I worked as a maintenance supervisor in a Lead Recycling plant. All of the "generic" keystock that we got was made one or two thousands over sized to be fitted for the application. We just touched them up on the side of a pedestal grinder wheel to fit. That being said, they weren't b...
by D Stroud
Sat Aug 21, 2021 4:08 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Anyone remember building one of these as a boy?
Replies: 39
Views: 9537

Re: Anyone remember building one of these as a boy?

I built a Visible V8 and a Visible Chassis when I was about 13 or so. I got some extra V8 parts from a friend of mine and made a "3 Deuce" intake and carbs for it. Made "slicks" and "traction bars for the chassis. Yep, I was a "Hotrodder" in training. :lol: :lol: :lol: Dave
by D Stroud
Sat Aug 21, 2021 3:32 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: TT hard to push?
Replies: 13
Views: 3523

Re: TT hard to push?

As was posted, the worm drive TT rearend is not hard to move, IF it has an auxiliary transmission with a neutral and /or the TT transmission is adjusted correctly. I have seen it said on this forum in the past and elsewhere, that the TT rear will NOT move without sliding the tires. Think about it, i...
by D Stroud
Mon Aug 09, 2021 6:20 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1912 Fan Belt problems !!
Replies: 12
Views: 3297

Re: 1912 Fan Belt problems !!

What Allan said! :) Dave
by D Stroud
Mon Aug 09, 2021 5:52 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1912 Fan Belt problems !!
Replies: 12
Views: 3297

Re: 1912 Fan Belt problems !!

What Leo said. Something is off in the alignment, maybe the fan bracket is bent? It doesn't take much misalignment to make a flat belt run off center. Dave
by D Stroud
Sat Aug 07, 2021 4:57 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Frame Extensions
Replies: 12
Views: 3158

Re: Frame Extensions

Allans' method of lengthening a frame is a very good way to do it, although, cutting the joints on a 45* angle is not necessary, as long as a 100% weld is made for the joint. The riveted (or bolted) plate inside of the rail is a VERY good idea. There is a reason why frames are put together with bolt...
by D Stroud
Sat Aug 07, 2021 4:22 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Rear End Oil
Replies: 27
Views: 6729

Re: Rear End Oil

In a past life, I used to run a 13A D8 Cat bulldozer clearing trees in a N.W. MO. timber. We used 85W-140 lube in the final drives because the "bellows" seals leaked a bit. I think that will work just fine in a T, at least it does on mine. JMHO Dave
by D Stroud
Sun Jul 18, 2021 6:45 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Oh Crap!
Replies: 21
Views: 5464

Re: Oh Crap!

That block is a VERY easy repair for any machinery repair welder worth his salt. Repaired many castings such as that over the last 40+ years. Just need to know what welding rod to use. (NOT epoxys, those just make it harder to do it correctly). Brazing can work too, but requires a LOT more heat. JMH...
by D Stroud
Sun Jul 18, 2021 5:51 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Radiator cap spinning while driving.
Replies: 25
Views: 5674

Re: Radiator cap spinning while driving.

Frank, when you tighten down the cap with the rubber gasket, can you feel it "snug" down on the gasket nice and tight? I have used one of those rubber gaskets from Lang's for years with my dogbone cap with MotoMeter on our '25 coupe and on the TT that Dallas now has with absolutely no problems. Gran...
by D Stroud
Sun Jul 18, 2021 5:31 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Speedster ?
Replies: 6
Views: 2790

Re: Speedster ?

Rich Bingham, in answer to your question, I would say yes! :lol: Dave
by D Stroud
Sun Jul 18, 2021 5:26 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 2021National Tour - Spokane, WA
Replies: 26
Views: 6934

Re: 2021National Tour - Spokane, WA

What has Clayton been up to? Haven't seen anything about him for some time. I miss his posts. Dave
by D Stroud
Sun Jul 18, 2021 4:44 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Question on TT cruising speeds
Replies: 16
Views: 4001

Re: Question on TT cruising speeds

A couple more points. If you use an auxiliary trans, a set of aftermarket accessory outside rear brakes is HIGHLY recommended because when the aux trans is in neutral, you have no brakes other than the emergency brake, and that can be iffy in a panic situation. Also, the old straight tooth aux. tran...
by D Stroud
Sun Jul 18, 2021 4:22 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Low vs high hood
Replies: 6
Views: 2626

Re: Low vs high hood

Allan, that is how I finally learned how to identify them. Don't ask how many years it took for me to catch on to that. :oops: Dave
by D Stroud
Sun Jul 18, 2021 4:13 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Greasing shackles and spindles -vs- oiling
Replies: 30
Views: 6466

Re: Greasing shackles and spindles -vs- oiling

At one time, I thought grease would be better than oil in the spindles. Then, I remembered how grease will always take the path of least resistance. I learned that 50 years ago greasing the U Joints on my old '65 Chevy 3/4 ton 4 wheel drive pickup. There was always one side of the cross that wouldn'...
by D Stroud
Sun Jul 18, 2021 3:42 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Question on TT cruising speeds
Replies: 16
Views: 4001

Re: Question on TT cruising speeds

Dallas, Dallas, Dallas. Have you forgotten already what is in that rearend. It has the "high" speed ( ;) ) 5to1 gears in it. Am I going to have to give you a refresher course on that old girl? :lol: :lol: :lol: Dave
by D Stroud
Mon Jul 12, 2021 5:13 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What have you done with your T in July
Replies: 88
Views: 20514

Re: What have you done with your T in July

Dallas, keep hauling those kids!!! That is exactly what I wanted to do with that TT!! It's so good to see it being put to good use!!! :D :D :D
by D Stroud
Sat Jun 19, 2021 1:30 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: help dating a coupe
Replies: 8
Views: 3145

Re: help dating a coupe

Another clue, the '24 bodies had a separate belt line molding, aluminum I think. "25's had the molding formed in as part of the upper body, but from a distance, they look pretty much the same. There are a few other small differences that I don't recall right now. Dave Sosnoski was the go to guy for ...
by D Stroud
Wed Jun 02, 2021 6:21 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Anybody Know What This Is
Replies: 10
Views: 3192

Re: Anybody Know What This Is

I may be way off base here, but I think that may be a tool for FORD watermeters. They use the block letters like that. JMHO Dave
by D Stroud
Sun May 30, 2021 2:48 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What have you done with your T in May
Replies: 70
Views: 21942

Re: What have you done with your T in May

Terry, I purchased our '25 coupe from my best buddy's estate sale in 2009. We were friends for 53 years, I never fail to get a big smile on my face when we drive it, or even just looking at it. I miss him terribly, but we sure made thousands and thousands of wonderful memories. Dave
by D Stroud
Sun May 30, 2021 2:37 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Flat feeling TT
Replies: 27
Views: 6256

Re: Flat feeling TT

Dallas, those tubes have been in there since the mid 90's or so, don't recall where I got them for sure. Probably from Langs, that's where I got the rear tires. Dave
by D Stroud
Fri May 21, 2021 10:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Stan Howe RIP
Replies: 95
Views: 27496

Re: Stan Howe RIP

I was afraid this was coming reading between the lines in his posts the last couple of years, sure didn't think it would be this soon. RIP Stan, you will be missed. Dave
by D Stroud
Sun May 09, 2021 7:29 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Just how tuff our T Models are
Replies: 11
Views: 3990

Re: Just how tuff our T Models are

Keith, I wonder how many of us remember those commercials? ;) :) :) Dave
by D Stroud
Sun May 02, 2021 4:18 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Painting Wood Spoke Wheels
Replies: 10
Views: 3566

Re: Painting Wood Spoke Wheels

I am a verified dummy about painting, but I have wondered for some time if the flexible additives for painting "rubber" bumpers and such would help keep paint from peeling from the natural expansion and contraction of wood from low to high humidity. Any thoughts? Dave
by D Stroud
Sun May 02, 2021 3:48 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: needle bearings used in brake drum shaft
Replies: 16
Views: 4396

Re: needle bearings used in brake drum shaft

Hey Dan. Sent you an email about your AC Brake Equalizers. Dave
by D Stroud
Sun May 02, 2021 3:19 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Parades
Replies: 25
Views: 6188

Re: Parades

The best advice I can give is, try NOT to do a parade in an election year! :roll: If you do, make sure the organizers have made sure the politicians DON'T stop at every Tom, Dick, and Harry to glad hand as many people as they can. That can get WAY out of hand. :( Dave
by D Stroud
Fri Apr 09, 2021 5:17 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Cross shaft the same for all years??
Replies: 8
Views: 2742

Re: Cross shaft the same for all years??

What Allan said. As a past customer once said to me when I was welding up some worn out Link Belt dragline track pads, "It's just a f*****g old dragline, not a Swiss watch". Words to remember when trying to over think things. :roll: Dave
by D Stroud
Fri Apr 09, 2021 3:24 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: White tyres after Brass era
Replies: 21
Views: 4481

Re: White tyres after Brass era

Also, the firewall in Steve's picture is a low steel one, so probably a '23. Exhaust pipe is interesting. Dave
by D Stroud
Thu Apr 08, 2021 6:18 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: KRW tool identity and use
Replies: 4
Views: 2292

Re: KRW tool identity and use

Hey Gene. Where are you located in Nunn? We went through there a few days ago by accident. We were just driving by on our way to Cheyenne. May get back out that way again one of these days now that we know where Nunn is. :) Our youngest Son and his family live not far from Fort Morgan. Dave
by D Stroud
Sat Apr 03, 2021 11:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Chickasha 2021 Sweatshirts
Replies: 2
Views: 1870

Re: Chickasha 2021 Sweatshirts

Thanks Dan. Dave
by D Stroud
Sat Apr 03, 2021 7:40 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Chickasha 2021 Sweatshirts
Replies: 2
Views: 1870

Chickasha 2021 Sweatshirts

Are there any more Chickasha 2021 Swap Meet sweat shirts available? If so, I would like to purchase two XXL ones. Thanks, Dave
by D Stroud
Sat Apr 03, 2021 5:44 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: A name is?
Replies: 32
Views: 8115

Re: A name is?

I use my first initial and my last name, so I won't forget it. What were we talking about??? :? :? Dave
by D Stroud
Sat Mar 27, 2021 7:25 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Walden Worcester tools
Replies: 8
Views: 2946

Re: Walden Worcester tools

Allan, why not repair the socket end of the wrench? Silver solder, or braze? Just a thought. Dave
by D Stroud
Tue Mar 23, 2021 9:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Ben Martin Rebuilt Ignition Switch
Replies: 13
Views: 4567

Re: Ben Martin Rebuilt Ignition Switch

Thanks guys. Dave
by D Stroud
Mon Mar 22, 2021 7:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Chickasha Report
Replies: 67
Views: 17636

Re: Chickasha Report

Nope Bill, I don't have any buggy racing experience! :lol: :lol: Dave
by D Stroud
Mon Mar 22, 2021 5:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Ben Martin Rebuilt Ignition Switch
Replies: 13
Views: 4567

Ben Martin Rebuilt Ignition Switch

Does anyone have any pictures/info on Ben Martin's switches. I picked up a very nice '20's era switch at Chickasha. It has a phenolic back, so I thought maybe a repro, but it has a #70key so I don't think it is. It seems to work very smooth and seems to be very good quality. Any thoughts? Thanks in ...
by D Stroud
Mon Mar 22, 2021 4:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Chickasha Report
Replies: 67
Views: 17636

Re: Chickasha Report

This was the first time I made it to Chickasha for nearly 20 years or so. Last was in the early 2000's with my old buddy that passed away in '08. My wife and I went and made a mini vacation out of it. I picked up 3 Chicago transmissions from Donnie Brown that he graciously held for me for over a yea...
by D Stroud
Thu Mar 11, 2021 5:47 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Model T Cattle Trailer
Replies: 46
Views: 9163

Re: Model T Cattle Trailer

Dallas, the front and rear upper center extensions were made from cottonwood, as far as I could tell. No doubt made by the local owner/farmer. JMHO, Dave
by D Stroud
Mon Mar 08, 2021 6:34 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Model T Cattle Trailer
Replies: 46
Views: 9163

Re: Model T Cattle Trailer

Dallas, nice to see that homemade rack installed. :) :) Dave
by D Stroud
Thu Feb 04, 2021 10:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Somewhat related to the Ferry thread from a few days ago.
Replies: 10
Views: 3806

Re: Somewhat related to the Ferry thread from a few days ago.

The picture that Vernon posted is the first thing I think of when I hear the word "Chinook". I was a Crew Chief/Door Gunner on them in Vietnam '70/'71. Never had heard the word before I went in the army. Didn't find out about all of the other connections until years later. Dave
by D Stroud
Fri Jan 08, 2021 4:53 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: The Old Fashioned Way
Replies: 29
Views: 7145

Re: The Old Fashioned Way

I am 71 years old and have ADD which makes phone conversations difficult at times because I get distracted WAY to easily. ( had a hell of a time in school, didn't know why back then) I also have Tinnitus and hearing loss thanks crewing Chinook helicopters in Vietnam among other things. While I do en...
by D Stroud
Wed Dec 23, 2020 3:54 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Too busy
Replies: 13
Views: 4076

Re: Too busy

That bucket and toilet brush can come in handy for cleaning out rearend housings too! ;) Dave
by D Stroud
Tue Dec 22, 2020 6:26 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Anyone had a Spring break at the centre bolt?
Replies: 13
Views: 3926

Re: Anyone had a Spring break at the centre bolt?

When leaf springs break at the center bolt hole, 99% of the time it is because the center bolt isn't tight enough, and/or the spring clamp isn't tight enough. That lets the spring flex where it shouldn't. There shouldn't be ANY flex in the center of the spring. Dave
by D Stroud
Mon Dec 14, 2020 4:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Drill Bit Quality
Replies: 15
Views: 4847

Re: Drill Bit Quality

I've been using all three holes in a drill chuck for 60 years after I was shown that trick by a local weldor/blacksmith. If you notice, the key can be tightened just a bit more in each hole. Try it Jerry, you'll like it. :) Dave
by D Stroud
Sat Dec 12, 2020 8:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Drilling steel?
Replies: 28
Views: 7208

Re: Drilling steel?

Check the end of the bit and make sure it is sharpened correctly. I have seen several of those bits that were sharpened "backwards", the angle was ground the wrong direction. Those don't work too well. :lol: Dave
by D Stroud
Thu Dec 10, 2020 2:29 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Beginner frame riveting.
Replies: 37
Views: 9413

Re: Beginner frame riveting.

Ignacio, have you tried lubing your air hammer? Might be worth a shot. Just a thought. Dave
by D Stroud
Wed Dec 02, 2020 6:27 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: points and condenser
Replies: 30
Views: 6371

Re: points and condenser

If you think the Model T ignition system is confusing/poor, just wait until you have a condenser go bad on a distributer ignition system! They can drive you nuts!! I have seen them mimic several different problems. Been there several times in the last fifty years, not on T's, but on so called "moder...
by D Stroud
Wed Dec 02, 2020 5:59 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Beginner frame riveting.
Replies: 37
Views: 9413

Re: Beginner frame riveting.

Ignacio, why didn't you just cut off the extra length on the coupling nut so it would fit? Just curious. Dave
by D Stroud
Sat Nov 28, 2020 6:55 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Spring for Hand Brake?
Replies: 6
Views: 2624

Re: Spring for Hand Brake?

The handbrake lever should ALWAYS be squeezed when the brake is applied, no matter how stiff the spring is, or isn't. Same thing goes for any other similar type of ratchet type of system. Learned that by being around farm equipment over 60 years ago. Just makes sense. Dave
by D Stroud
Sat Nov 28, 2020 6:33 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 3-Piece Bendix cover.
Replies: 7
Views: 3018

Re: 3-Piece Bendix cover.

Could those "odd" bendix covers have been from aftermarket makers? Many parts were. Just a thought. Dave
by D Stroud
Sat Nov 28, 2020 6:24 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: A period looking shop.
Replies: 41
Views: 8772

Re: A period looking shop.

Dallas, the TT sure looks at home there, better be careful when that '24 coupe gets in there!! ;) ;) ;) Are you going to go Coyote hunting in Jan. again? You need to come down for some more parts. :) :) Dave
by D Stroud
Sun Nov 15, 2020 7:01 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: HAPPY VETERANS DAY BROTHERS AND SISTERS!!!!!
Replies: 12
Views: 3174

Re: HAPPY VETERANS DAY BROTHERS AND SISTERS!!!!!

First time in several years that our local school didn't have a Veterans Day program because of the Pandemic. To make up for that, they delivered Thanksgiving type meals for us veterans and our Spouses. VERY much appreciated !!! That's just one of the perks of living in a small town. :) :) :) Dave
by D Stroud
Fri Nov 06, 2020 12:31 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Switch work
Replies: 22
Views: 5456

Re: Switch work

Dallas, I took that apart and cleaned it up, it was in very good shape. I just snugged the contacts up a bit and put it back together as I recall. I annealed the tabs that hold it together, so it should come apart fairly easily. That was only about twenty years ago or so, I MAY have forgotten someth...
by D Stroud
Thu Nov 05, 2020 4:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Switch work
Replies: 22
Views: 5456

Re: Switch work

Dallas, is that the same switch I had on it? Dave
by D Stroud
Wed Oct 28, 2020 6:20 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How to fix a broken adjustable tappet
Replies: 7
Views: 2778

Re: How to fix a broken adjustable tappet

Almost always if a bolt or screw is broken off due to something other than being twisted off, they can be removed very easily, as Jerry pointed out. BUT, if they have been twisted off due to over tightening or rusted in tight when trying to remove them, THAT'S a whole different ballgame. Jerry had a...
by D Stroud
Sun Oct 25, 2020 7:01 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Fuel Line Leaking
Replies: 9
Views: 2922

Re: Fuel Line Leaking

What Steve and Norm said, ditch the felts. A no brainer as far as I'm concerned, the rubber fuel line replacement "gaskets" are available and the the cut off ones that Steve describes are great too. Why mess with the felts. JMHO Dave
by D Stroud
Wed Oct 21, 2020 6:48 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Replacing front crossmember
Replies: 15
Views: 4202

Re: Replacing front crossmember

A rivet "jack" can be made very easily by using an "All Thread" coupling nut. They are much longer than a standard nut. Just check out what size and length bolt you need and drill/form the head of the bolt to what you need for a buck. Dave
by D Stroud
Wed Oct 21, 2020 6:20 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Crank modification????
Replies: 29
Views: 6052

Re: Crank modification????

Leave the crank alone, it has worked for over 100 years as is just fine. JMHO Dave
by D Stroud
Sun Oct 11, 2020 1:49 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 15 YEARS OLD AND ABOUT TO CHANGE BANDS FOR FIRST TIME!
Replies: 19
Views: 4311

Re: 15 YEARS OLD AND ABOUT TO CHANGE BANDS FOR FIRST TIME!

I did on my '25 coupe, but that was several years ago before my back got worse. It wasn't a hard project, I just took my time and had the Service Manual handy(it is now much greasier than it was before I started. ;) ). I can't hardly bend over that much anymore. :( Dave
by D Stroud
Mon Sep 28, 2020 3:34 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Flying Model T
Replies: 23
Views: 6886

Re: Flying Model T

My Dad was a Rural Mail Carrier in a small N.W. MO. town (90+ people) in the early '50's when I was a kid. He had a surplus Jeep that he used to use on the route but he had back problems and got rid of the jeep and got a Model A sedan. It had the old Knobby mud tires on it, he said it would almost g...
by D Stroud
Tue Sep 22, 2020 5:22 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Guardian Angel Found the issue!
Replies: 30
Views: 6160

Re: Guardian Angel Found the issue!

As an afterthought, I have made most of my living for the past 40+ years as a welder. As experienced as I am, I would never weld two pieces of a steering shaft together on something that would be driven. I have seen many shafts, not just steering shafts, welded together with just a small bevel on ea...
by D Stroud
Tue Sep 22, 2020 4:43 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Guardian Angel Found the issue!
Replies: 30
Views: 6160

Re: Guardian Angel Found the issue!

George H., as frugal as Henry was, he never made hollow steering shafts, which are not columns. A column is what the shafts are enclosed in. We need more pictures of that shaft, there is something seriously wrong going on here. Clean everything up and take several more pictures. That looks very scar...
by D Stroud
Mon Sep 21, 2020 6:46 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Need help--How to Clean Radiator
Replies: 8
Views: 2874

Re: Need help--How to Clean Radiator

Make sure the radiator shop understands that it is not a pressurised system. If they test it with anything much over 2 or 3 PSI, they may well destroy it. Just ask Dallas. :( Dave
by D Stroud
Sun Sep 20, 2020 3:03 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: HALL SCOTT "Ruckstell" early BRASS SHIFT LOCK BODY
Replies: 5
Views: 2808

Re: HALL SCOTT "Ruckstell" early BRASS SHIFT LOCK BODY

That TT shift lever is very similar to one for a TT Rocky Mountain Six Speed shifter. Interesting. Dave
by D Stroud
Sun Sep 20, 2020 2:53 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What’s Your T Tip?
Replies: 30
Views: 6237

Re: What’s Your T Tip?

To add to what Dallas said, make sure you room for more friends! ;) Dave
by D Stroud
Sun Sep 20, 2020 2:42 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: BAICO Fire Engine Conversion for the FORD
Replies: 5
Views: 2465

Re: BAICO Fire Engine Conversion for the FORD

Allan, that is indeed some type of truck conversion, similar to a Smith Form-A-Truck for a T car chassis, but look again at those rear wheels. They are much larger than the 30x3 1/2 wheels on the front which was how all of those conversions (as far as I know), where made in order to carry the extra ...
by D Stroud
Sun Sep 20, 2020 2:30 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Painting springs
Replies: 9
Views: 3650

Re: Painting springs

Whatever you do or don't do, DO grind a slight taper on the under side of the end of the spring leaf above the lower one. It doesn't take much, but it will keep the upper leaf from wearing a "gouge " into the lower leaf, which can lead to a stress crack and a broken spring, and will help with the fl...
by D Stroud
Sun Sep 20, 2020 2:06 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Shim Removal
Replies: 14
Views: 4544

Re: Shim Removal

I use small block Chevy rod bolts and nuts. They almost drop in and if the nuts don't loosen up in them, I seriously doubt they will in a T engine. JMHO, YMMV. Dave
by D Stroud
Sun Sep 20, 2020 1:53 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: External adjustable bands
Replies: 7
Views: 2885

Re: External adjustable bands

If I had to reweld one of those tabs on, I would rig up some way to hold the nut mostly submerged in water or some kind of a heat sink to keep from damaging the nylon. Use short quick bursts with the welder to keep the heat down. JMHO. Dave
by D Stroud
Sun Sep 20, 2020 1:44 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 4 hole quadrant on a 2 hole frame?
Replies: 10
Views: 3411

Re: 4 hole quadrant on a 2 hole frame?

Also, you may already know this, but some others may not, ALWAYS squeeze the handle when applying the brake, just like you do when releasing it. DON'T let the pawl "ratchet" on the quadrant, that's what wears them out. They will last MUCH longer if you do that. Dave
by D Stroud
Sun Sep 20, 2020 1:26 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Tire talc
Replies: 8
Views: 2520

Re: Tire talc

It also makes the tire beads MUCH easier to stretch over the rim. Also, it's not near as messy as tire lube, which does work great though. Dave
by D Stroud
Sun Sep 20, 2020 12:57 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Hot Air Pipes
Replies: 30
Views: 6583

Re: Hot Air Pipes

That hot air pipe that Mario posted is a NOS one I found at a swap meet in the late '90's. It is aluminum and I polished it, came out very nice. Dave
by D Stroud
Sun Sep 20, 2020 12:52 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Handbrake cross shaft
Replies: 17
Views: 4070

Re: Handbrake cross shaft

Dan is correct. I read somewhere, maybe a parts book(?) a long time ago about those holes. My (Dallas's) '23TT and my '25 coupe have the round holes. I made new ones with a cheap hole punch and some leftover felt from some project. ( Really quite a technical project!) :roll: Dave
by D Stroud
Sun Sep 20, 2020 12:42 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 4 hole quadrant on a 2 hole frame?
Replies: 10
Views: 3411

Re: 4 hole quadrant on a 2 hole frame?

Make sure your pawl is nice and "pointy" :) too. Dave
by D Stroud
Sun Sep 20, 2020 12:36 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: SEMAPHORE TURN SIGNAL
Replies: 24
Views: 6261

Re: SEMAPHORE TURN SIGNAL

That signal that Don V. posted looks nearly identical to the one Jim D. posted. Jim's appears to be the same with the addition of an extra bracket to space it out farther from the cab, no doubt to be seen easier with a wide bed or load. MHO Dave.
by D Stroud
Tue Sep 08, 2020 5:07 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Careful with RTV
Replies: 4
Views: 2629

Re: Careful with RTV

What Craig said!!!!! Dave :) :)
by D Stroud
Wed Sep 02, 2020 6:08 am
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: Share Your Tractor(s) - old ones that is ;-)
Replies: 124
Views: 96181

Re: Share Your Tractor(s) - old ones that is ;-)

No pictures, but in a past life I worked in a small welding/machine shop in the mid '70's in our small town. We had an F20 Farmall with an A Frame boom over the front with a winch made from a TT Ruckstell, it worked very well. That old F20 would start every time with a couple of cranks with the chok...
by D Stroud
Thu Aug 20, 2020 7:23 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Ball bearing 4th main
Replies: 14
Views: 3748

Re: Ball bearing 4th main

I have not had any experience at all with the ball bearing fourth mains, but I have had a LOT of experience with other applications of bearings, both ball, and tapered in a past life. Unfortunately, there are a LOT of so called USA made bearings out there that only have a USA brand on them that have...
by D Stroud
Wed Aug 19, 2020 4:56 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Economy Motor Head Company
Replies: 13
Views: 4165

Re: Economy Motor Head Company

Doesn't look like nearly as much water capacity either. I wonder how that affected the thermo-syphon system? Dave
by D Stroud
Sun Aug 16, 2020 3:41 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Spark & Gas levers
Replies: 21
Views: 7748

Re: Spark & Gas levers

Roger, can you post a link to the you tube video? What did you use for a source of nickel? Thanks, Dave
by D Stroud
Sun Aug 16, 2020 3:30 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1915 runs again!
Replies: 4
Views: 2163

Re: 1915 runs again!

I think a cutoff touring made into a pickup is very cool! Mainly because that was what was done back in the day to do what was needed to be done. Same thing with tractor conversions, I've always wanted one. Dave
by D Stroud
Sat Aug 15, 2020 4:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What have you done with your T in August ?
Replies: 52
Views: 15200

Re: What have you done with your T in August ?

Dallas, probably around '05 or so. Yep, I think we got the goodie out of it! :) Dave
by D Stroud
Sat Aug 15, 2020 5:02 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What have you done with your T in August ?
Replies: 52
Views: 15200

Re: What have you done with your T in August ?

Hey Dallas. I had that same problem on the TT several years ago. Seems as though leather doesn't play well with antifreeze. :roll: :) Dave
by D Stroud
Sat Aug 15, 2020 4:44 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: RIP. Charlie Shaver. Forum Member
Replies: 33
Views: 11495

Re: RIP. Charlie Shaver. Forum Member

Unfortunately, I never had the pleasure of meeting Charlie, but I sure did enjoy his posts and shared knowledge. Another great loss to the hobby and his family. Sincere condolences to his family and friends. Dave
by D Stroud
Thu Aug 06, 2020 3:20 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Hot No Start
Replies: 25
Views: 9155

Re: Hot No Start

A bad condenser in a distributor ignition can make you pull your hair out, they can mimic all kinds of problems. I have been around four different vehicles over the last fifty plus years that had bad condensers and every one acted different. Two of them had new condensers that were bad, the original...
by D Stroud
Mon Aug 03, 2020 5:07 am
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: Show us your hit n miss engines
Replies: 61
Views: 25233

Re: Show us your hit n miss engines

Herb, yes. Sorry, I couldn't resist. :roll: Dave