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His wife's profile appeared to be active as well and I sent an EMAIL (not PM) to it. No rsvp

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Not mine, yet I wish I needed it - looks so gooood thought someone may want it
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Model-T-Ford-H ... 4136851332

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If you want to take the cistern to the next level (they still make them) -

https://www.thomas-crapper.com/ No I'm not pulling your chain - it comes with one
Give credit to the inventor Thomas C....

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From the link below - suggested reading
Bill, this is from Bruce's Encyclopedia.
BODY COLORS
(Paint numbers are Ditzler unless noted otherwise)
VARNISHES (Used 1909 to 1925)
Color Modern DDL# DAR #
Red Carmine 71969 71969
http://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/82 ... 1543261605

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Did some surfing on the INTERNET - from John's Obituary led me to his & wife Susan's address in Peru IA. This link includes their phone number as well https://rehold.com/Peru+IA/HIATT+APPLE+RD/2724 there is no record that the house had been sold so phone number may be good

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Driving a T in NZ's parallel universe

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Scott, its not my Speedster - sold for $38,500 at a Barret Jackson Auction in 2015 with No reserve
https://www.barrett-jackson.com/Events/ ... TER-178652
These are pictures from the link - "1926 Indy Speedster"

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Sent 2 email still no reply. want one my zip f.brandi@mchsi.com zip is 61265

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Another set

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Not a Bugatti

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Works like he Internet - If they print it on the label it must be true. Right

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Today's answer is "no-wheeling" with a stop-start system. It automatically shuts off the engine when the vehicle is at rest to cut fuel use and eliminate idle emissions. It then restarts the engine automatically when the driver lifts off the brake (or puts in the clutch to select 1st gear) to get go...

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Yeah! What is "Modulimeter Tested"?
Application

Picture of one

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Here is a link with an additional picture for cutting the key way
http://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/50 ... 1231423423

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Here are some in the USA
https://www.signsporcelain.com/
http://www.cherokeeporcelain.com/
https://vintageconceptssignsllc.com/
Lots of others Google porcelain sign makers

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Bought a 8ft 2x6, cut in half and biscuit joined the halves and did the cut out, set on power miter-box stand- with clamps, easy to store. Setup an old axle for peening. Threaded rod for pressing in the bushing - wrapped some cardboard around the rod o keep it centered in the new busing and used an ...

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You CO detector should be 4-5 feet off the floor. Most CO & smoke alarms have a lifespan of 7 to 10 years and if not hard wired, replace the batteries every year. A detector with a lithium battery or a hard-wired smoke detector can last 10 years, at which time you would just replace the whole unit. ...

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There are several indicators that make be believe this is a fake. The Ebay Seller is zisman78 from Mubai India, and has several nice looking high priced signs for sale https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_nkw=sign&_in_kw=1&_ex_kw=&_sacat=0&_udlo=&_udhi=&_ftrt=901&_ftrv=1&_sabdlo=&_sabdhi=&_samilow=&_sam...

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From previous authors 1.060 -1.062

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Internet search shows that Shepherdsville has several swap meets yearly: one for motorcycles, another Model A. January 11 -- Shepherdsville, Kentucky (on another page they say Model T vendors welcome) Hosts: Falls City Region Model A Ford Club 36th Annual Winter Swap Meet Specializing in MODEL "A" F...

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The first reason to keep a record of everything done to your T if for "Capital Gains Tax" purposes. I think you realize that you or your Estate will need to prove if there was a "Capital Gain" or "personal loss" at the time of the sale or inheritance. Currently politicians are talking about raising ...

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When the time comes to rebuild the Kingston L4... This link shows the steps to do it
https://modeltfordfix.com/repairing-a-k ... el-t-ford/

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As I indicated earlier the lighting in the Craig's museum really affects colors. I'll have to check the pin strip color next time I'm there. The picture was taken with the warm interior lighting and bright sunlight from outside. Knowing Craig, it is was its supposed to be.

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Kevin, almost everything in a Model T is manual: spark advance, throttle and air/fuel mixture. While there have been many suggestions on mechanical solutions perhaps, as a new driver, it would help to understand what you do when while driving to adjust the air/fuel mixture. http://www.mtfca.com/disc...

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Better compare your spindle arms to this picture and find someone who can id Fronty parts. Hard to get a good perspective of the parts from the picture but the spindle arm end is narrow like yours. lol

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I zoomed in on the carb picture to get the model. It is for a Model T. Also added some links about adjusting it etc. I'm certain others can provide better adjusting instructions for that Model Carb. http://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/29/32326.html?1183245409 http://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/17...

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I'm with Mark on this. Look at the rivet shoulders. The red circled ones don't look peened.

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Kevin you described problems that should be addressed separately to make sure we understand. #1 "If im in the 1st gear the rpm raises up and the T is getting forward. but if I'm shifting in the 2nd gear the rpm won't get up." also you first said -"While the drive I got the feeling that the engine do...

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Another one of my friends cars. Lighting effects colors

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I thought about replacing the sediment bulb with a shutoff ball valve and fuel filter. I was told that it might restrict the fuel flow provided by the extra fuel in the sediment bulb. I do not no if that is correct, but maybe that is why it had a fuel pump.

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Unlike modern cars the fuel tank needs to be vented - the reference to a small hole in the gas cap. Also the sediment bulb may have collected dirt and as was mentioned the carburetor bowl. I think these pictures should help you check the fuel system - Your English is much better than my German - tsc...

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Like most parts, new or used, the shipping cost often exceeds their individual value and that value depends on its availability and the someones need for it. A reconditioned double steering arm sells for $63.75 with EXCHANGE. So it has a core charge value. There is a used one listed on Ebay for Make...

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Check Snyder's too

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Darn inflation - if it wasn't for it I'd still be making $1.96/hr

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Still in use in he UK

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Inflation vs Supply & Demand. Who can make #3301's, reverse drums, for a $28.25 selling price? Cheaper by the hundred thousands.

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Dan, Thanks for the correction. Page replaced in my file. Also I heard that it helps to simplify positioning the head on the new gasket if you put 2 dowels (headless bolts) in head bolt postions

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Its always hard for people to offer a solution without a picture. If all you have is the axles into the differential housing holding the spider gears (no thrust plates etc)- then I agree with Jeff H. If the differential housing is set into an axle housing then other possibilities enter. The Bronze a...

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Someone on MTFCA posted this DIY they did. It has a great look! The method could be applied to any style seat. The back and front panels are put on separately. Then a piece of material with its edges folded under covers the seams were the back & front sections meet

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One method was flow painting the body -
http://www.mtfca.com/cgi-bin/discus/sho ... ost=195547

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This is what Charles is looking for

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torque chart

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The entire emergency brake system needs to put in focus to determine the weakest link. I can't see the possibility of the pin in the cam shearing given its position and on the other end a lever arm that's only 2 1/2 inches long. Yes the hand break arm is much longer "lever" but it is pulling on anot...

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Just a thought : A number of similar threads a bout locked-up engine always suggested checking band adjustments and making sure nothing was blocking the crankshaft pulley before tearing into the engine.

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Larry, Thank you for the added details.

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Remembered this blueprint, was able to find it again. Don't see any reason why the shroud wouldn't work on a stock manifold (maybe not as hot but....) http://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/331880/337219.html

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Local (artist) guy - friends car

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knew someone that put them into the flooring of the entrance to his workshop

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This is what I have - email offer if interested
The one has some additional holes to attach something to the running board. The other has rust through on the edge. Other than that they appear tp be sold with some pitting. Will take more photos if you want

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PM sent

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Think Walt is onto something. Perhaps there is real value in restoring this as a trailer of the times than taking it apart. And if it has wood wheel hubs maybe it would be even more valuable with wood wheels.

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Tom, I had one and sold it last year on MTFCA. It gave about a 7in drop and caused interference with the tie rods and didn't want to put the spindle arms in suicide position or mess around fabricating a tie rod. Had some help on determining what was needed and attached a photo a member sent me. I al...

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I have read some previous MTFCA threads about the paints & primer and primers used on various parts. It appears that there is gray primer where the paint flaked off. So some restoration may have been done when it was last stored 50 years ago. According to a lengthy thread http://www.mtfca.com/discus...

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Speedway has several model pedal cars & lots of parts
https://www.speedwaymotors.com/shop/ped ... -549-17999

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1909 Morgan 3 wheeler

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1927 & 2004 Morgan 3 Wheelers They are still being made and now have an electric version as well

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I don't condone drinking/distracted driving but here are some ideas :roll: Do a Google search on - gimbled cup holders - they have them for boaters most likely you can design/make your own from this picture or others from the search 81MBrmV76xL._AC_SL1500_.jpg Model T's two hands on the wheel soluti...

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to post or add photos 1. You must be logged in 2. Choose the correct forum; if selling parts, selling cars or responding to or needing help then the general form 3. If starting a new thread select NEW TOPIC top left side of the forum page or if adding to an existing thread select POST REPLY on the b...

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It is no longer the same wine. AND if you replace/modify/repair/add parts on your T, it is no longer the same T and no longer "original" even if vintage parts are used. But isn't it all about the experience of working on, making it better than it was, driving and owning it that makes us a T owner an...

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Jeff, Thank you for getting the point about the wine. Most of us are hobbyist not museum curators - like a fine wine our T's are meant to be cherished and enjoyed. We enjoy drinking the wine (working on our T) and when we are done we cherish the bottle (a trophy of our accomplishments).

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I don't know anything about these but they look like they are for the rear. The pictures, from an MTFCA thread, of the front axle shows double set

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From an old MTFCA thread http://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/41 ... 1398347555

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Model T vintage authenticity versus wine vintages. Here is a full bottle of 1963 Château Lafite Rothschild, Pauillac list price is over $800. Now some will immediately reject buying a bottle of anything for $800 (Oilzum?). Putting aside all negativism's you may have about alcohol and price what woul...

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Good idea - Another license plate light (other colors available) https://www.zoro.com/grote-license-plat ... gLrXPD_BwE ZORO is like AMAZON

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I recall my Dad having his car parked in something like this in the late '50 in NYC. Remember the car being taking up in a freight elevator.
https://www.citylab.com/design/2015/09/ ... os/405832/

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Glycerol (glycerine or glycerin) was the first antifreeze but was expensive to produce in the 30's. It is a colorless, odorless, viscous liquid that is sweet-tasting and non-toxic. Its use is being promoted again because it is a byproduct of producing Biodiesel. There are several types of antifreeze...

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I have seen many "restored" T's with absolutely perfect paint jobs. So can such a car be called "authentic" if any part of it was repainted? If paint is put into the "maintenance" category then why not spark plugs. To paraphrase: "Authenticity is in the eye of the beholder!"

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You are not alone. I have challenged myself to build a "period correct" two passenger speedster (Model T based) that looks as if it was built in the late twenties early thirties. To me "a period correct speedster" means using parts (repros allowed), materials and technology with-in a few years of an...

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If you haven't done so already, scrape wood off a spoke or two till you get to some hard wood. Also check the integrity and density of the dowel end of EVERY spoke (poke with a philips screwdriver). Chances are the results will influence you decision.

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Rear HASSLER Pancake perches are slightly curved but similar.

The lever arm shocks even with different number of forks have similar 2 piece (bolt & bracket)

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add a toggle switch while you wait

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Crazy

Maybe if we all chip in we can get one of these and make us a T http://www.erectorbot.com/?gclid=EAIaIQ ... gLsIfD_BwE

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Lets put things in perspective. Modern oil filters and oil technology recommends oil changes every 5,000 miles (on new cars). Prior to that the recommend mileage was 1,000 miles. Non-detergent oil is designed to let the dirty oil collect inside the engine (hopefully to the bottom) while detergent oi...

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Congratulations on another successful project! Not you, Mom, she did all the work on this build. Frank

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If price is important (you mentioned 14mm were less expensive -not counting the inserts) consider to buy from RockAuto (AUTOLITE 3095 < $2.50; CHAMPION 525 <$8+). Spark plugs are only as good as the rest of the ignition system.

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Small - will send post paid..... >>>> Oil Sight gauge

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Think Mae West has a pair

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Fenders made or purchased (what/where)?

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I marked up the parts that are Model T and recyclable/ restore-able Red corner & body brackets. Yellow cross member, corner brackets & springs. Light blue wishbone & what they may be attached to on the underside of the diamond. Purple axle & spindle ends. Hasslers too! The long frame side rails are ...

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Some info I collected on H&D.

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Several other manufacturers had similar designs

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Mac's Item

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Not sure why you wouldn't buy these from Snyder's or MAC's see links above I priced a set of six from FTRS in Australia. $21.50 AUD converting to USD is $14.67 with shipping at $26.22 AUD so $47.22 AUD to USD = $32.20. Not sure if tariff / duties apply (away around this is to have them shipped as a ...

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It comes in many colors and textures too.

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Here are pictures of the parts #'s described above. These should be available at local automotive supply, hardware or home improvement stores. However , color may be an issue. If so use black shrink tubing

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MAC's Auto shows similar manifold rings under two different part numbers https://www.macsautoparts.com/ford_model_t/model-t-ford-manifold-gasket-set-6-pieces-heavy-duty.html https://www.macsautoparts.com/ford_model_t/model-t-ford-manifold-gasket-set-6-pieces.html They also have regular ones and have...

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Peter, Thank you for adding those photos - just what I was looking for!

Frank

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Could you add a few photos of the hairpins and brackets on the axle. Great design - I've been looking to do something like that. Thanks Frank

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The fluid in a liquid thermometer rises an falls as a result of the glass bulb on the bottom expanding and contracting as a result of temperature changes and not as a result of the fluid changing state. One recommended method of rejoining the separated liquid, not mentioned above, is to use an ice b...

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You might consider buying a similar reproduction model and replacing its bezels, screws, glass and data plate with yours. Almost the same as just replacing the thermo part. Then if your so inclined you an see if there is away to remove the thermo part from your original base without destroying it.

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And the other 1% need to be repaired. If he doesn't drive much now what till he gets a used one.

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Sometimes when you cut-n-past of the email address that was in a sentence you get the period at the end of the sentence too. Just
graybeard77@hotmail.com should be good

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Several reverse phone number look-up sites indicate (707) 210-2457 to be in Benicia CA and as a Verizon Mobile Number.

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A '26 chassis without out engine, axles etc is about 50 -75 lbs else I couldn't left it up.

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Nor sure what happened to the link I sent above but I just verified these before I submitted them and they go to the correct place
Online site https://www.modeltford.com/
Download catalogue https://cdn.modeltford.com/uploads/catalog/catalog.pdf

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There is a se, with a wishbone too, in Ebay. Check the pictures out - may need a little work
ttps://www.ebay.com/itm/1909-1916-Model-T-Ford ... -1&vxp=mtr

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Area code 312 and exchange 487 is in the Chicago area do you have the address you shipped to?

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Poor man's rear axle work table and tools. Just doing one axle. Flipped the old bushing over to push the new one in - used a roll of cardboard between the threaded rod an new bushing to keep it somewhat center and protect the surface of the new busing. Removal tool is as described in the Ford Fix.

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Bob, Can you post (or email the forums admin) the email address of the scammer's "son" used in PayPal. This would likely lead to the real perpetrator and that email address needs to be blocked from the forum as well. PayPal requires their users to link to a bank account to receive their funds or if ...

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I have gotten to Ebay sites at other countries. Try this link. its setup to search USA site for toy model T's.
https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R ... cat=180507

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Two answers to your question. To get to the on-line ordering site/catalog use this link https://cdn.modeltford.com To view or download their hard copy catalog use this link https://cdn.modeltford.com/uploads/catalog/catalog.pdf The latter takes time to fully download so you can see it. But you can s...

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After some members mentions Berg's Radiators I thought I'd look into it - result bought one. Built in Bluford, IL. Check it out. 4+hr drive from Cincinnati OH. I'm about 5 hrs away and had it shipped - was cheaper than me driving there and back. More cooling fins than the other guy. http://www.bergs...

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There have been many threads about tank rust attributed to ethanol gas and other factors. "When exposed to air, ethanol will pull moisture out of that air and into whatever fuel it's blended with. If the ethanol fuel pulls too much water out of the air, phase separation occurs - the ethanol comes ou...

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