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In the last picture where can the connecting link be obtained? I need a double end to connect the shock to the rear axle? tnx frontyboy The last picture linkage was not Elvins, it appears to be Model A tie rod ends .. links 1.jpg '.. .. a more traditional way is with dog bones. the come if various ...

South Park Zephyr wrote: ↑
Sat Jan 10, 2026 3:19 pm
Frank,
What is special about it?

Its round & good size not egg shaped like most of them now.

This from a noted speedster builder, Elvin Townsand, on one of his.
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Maybe I missed it above but here the link to the Gallivan Documentary in the Museum of American Speed https://www.museumofamericanspeed.org/gallivandohc.html

Scott better go back & get this one

Biscuit joined to 2"x6" & cut out the end like Steve Jelf's above. Then just clamped onto my power miter-box stand. Easy set up and take apart when not in use

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If it were out-of-balance wouldn't the fan belt fall off.

Just an explanation of how icing occurs When as a gas expands (air-fuel mixture) it causes its surroundings to get colder, hence the temperature in the intake manifold will decrease to what's called "latent heat of vaporization". The change in state (liquid to vapor) absorbs heat energy from the its...

Jig boring the 4th main http://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/25 ... 1356153477

from Lang's part specs

Your '26 Touring will let you know when to put it on

So what does the surface for the inner race look like? Worn too?
Is that a crack?

Sorry no 1926-27

Here is some help https://modeltfordfix.com/the-model-t-f ... cap-t2819/

More pics......

big2bird wrote: ↑
Tue Mar 11, 2025 11:30 am
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I know nothing about this one.

Here is the article about it in Street Magazine https://www.streetmachine.com.au/featur ... lake-racer

Lang's shows Commutator wire harness, (5 wire), for cars with electric headlights and no starter, original style. I

There has been various interpretations of the accident that killed Ken Meek. Blame was placed on a broken shock absorber perch but evidence suggests that it was broken in the accident and not the cause. Too much speculation has been placed on the broken parts after the accident and not how they may ...

IMembers need to realize how easy it is to get information about a person off the internet. It used to be that your full social security number was your secret ID and was used as an identifier in many banks and businesses as your account number. The Congress passed a law to make it illegal for Banks...

A couple of Model Trees & Ashes
Which one do you think you could save without the help of tree removal service?

This has been an issue for some time, If I keep my speed no faster than 35mph the engine runs at normal temp. If I push the engine to 40mph it wants to run warm. The moto meter will be full red. As soon as I back down the speed she cools back down and the moto meter runs in the right range. 10/30 o...

Why is that important? The resurrection of the thread by NorthSouth on Dec 28 2025, had nothing to do with a tour but noting a steeper grade of 24% in Arizona. As Scott pointed out perhaps we all need to pay attention to what the state of a thread is. Here's the steepest road in the USA. I don't th...

Building on the left bnbmnn.jpeg Constructed in 1909, the Masonic building housed Truckee’s first movie theater, The Paramount, from the 1920s to the 1930s. The lower level also housed Rossarini’s Shoe Store, the Sierra Sun, and Siegel and Owen’s Tahoe Meat Market. The upper floors contained a dance...

Per the diagram: the support is mounted upside down.

Here is a way to deal with short bands -

https://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/2 ... 69410.html
viewtopic.php?t=43871

ModelTWoods wrote: ↑
Fri Dec 26, 2025 11:53 am
Has anyone heard of, or had, a Bennett brass updraft carburetor ? If you know, are they a 'economy' carburetor, or a 'performance' carburetor ?

Not much info on Bennett in the internet
This is supposed to be for a Model T
https://www.ebay.com/itm/396875086144

In reading the manufactures site there is a disclaimer. So that may have an issue with the Cooper Tires
The also indicate the amount by tire size and truck weight from this chart https://counteractbalancing.com/wp-cont ... -truck.pdf
Tubes are smooth....

cijames5380 wrote: ↑
Thu Dec 25, 2025 11:18 pm
Hi,
I'm looking for a pair of WTB - 1914 Painted Headlamp Stands. Also looking for a pair of 1914 Front Fender Brackets.
Thanks, Colin

I have a set of repro's (maybe another set of NOS) will PM & eMail you

Used Google Image Translate didn't even mention the language

Yes, originally to the side, but the way new bulbs are made you will get a left right shift instead of up down when changing from dim to on. My friend Bill Robinson and I made a template to move the adjusting screw to the 12 o'clock position so the lights work correctly with the new bulbs. To fill ...

that's what i thought. now i was tempted on sealing the other buckets hole up and redrilling but i don't like modifying original parts so i'm going to hunt down an original bucket. The bucket with the adjusting screw above the bulb socket is for a 1915. I 'll be glad to trade you one with the screw...

Henry K. Lee wrote: ↑
Mon Dec 22, 2025 5:47 pm
A crows foot works too…, just saying.

Yeah, but what other justification do you need to buy yourself a flex head digital torque wrench other than its "My" Christmas present too.

From the MTFCA Encyclopedia by model year for the 1923 FUEL TANK: Elliptical, under the front seat. Mounting brackets clamped to the tank. Outlet was between the center and the right side, between the frame rails. The Sedan continued the square tank under the drivers seat. The Coupe used the sedan...

Thank you all for your responses. Now I have something to go on. Wasn't sure of the shank diameter being 3/8, the confirmation helps. I've been looking at some rivets that might work. Will update later.

Thought this was an easy question.

bump me up MTFCA

Need some pivot pins for top iron, who has them & are they the same for touring & roadster? (size). Also how are these attached properly. Thanks

Melba Nolan wrote: ↑
Thu Dec 18, 2025 12:34 pm
For sale: Set of 2 Brass Headlight Rims never used $150 plus postage

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A photo of the underside is needed so we can see the clips for the lens (round or H glass)

hah wrote: ↑
Wed Dec 17, 2025 9:43 pm
It’s not so new! However, was pursuing classifieds. Noticed 26/27 spare tire carrier remembering there are 3 hole and 4 hole with one having a longer snout. Which one is for what year, month or type of vehicle?

Since your asking for a friend...... How much of your time are you willing to spend on his purchase for free? later on? Will he be satisfied with a 2 or 4 or will he change mind & need help for either to be a 3. 1. All original - if one can be found. 2. Well maintained with some upgrades. 3. A full ...

Vintage Simplex N0. 42 Railroad Jack (house jack, lifts any TT). Rated at 2 ton, lift height range 11" to 19-1/2". Really works exceptionally well. The thumb looking bar just above the base is used to lift the rails $85 plus shipping Prefer PayPal Friends/Family or check. PM or email me if intereste...

Karl Von Neumann wrote: ↑
Sat Dec 13, 2025 1:54 pm
Has anyone ever compiled a list of all the tool ford had ? Is there a listing some where? I've been collecting the 5z tools and there's more that pictured in the parts manual. Just wonder if any out there has an idea

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Does anyone have a set of drums for these? Do they use the 11 3/4” pressed steel drum or would this set have come with cast drums? If these are for large stock drum, 11-1/4in, on the 1926-27. The 1909-1925 small drums need the larger outer drums (11-3/4" diameter) that are used in conjunction with ...

"Over the Top" No its "Under the Top" explosion

A year or so ago Hank Lee sold a Vega Box kit - everything needed (had to make you own support bracket with the instructions). Maybe he has one left https://mtfca.com/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=2018&p=16404&hilit=vega+box#p16404 -- Vega Box on Mark's Doodle Bug 20251021_103608.jpg -- There are 2-1 q...

I think the Model A would work too. They also have several pitman arms to compensate if needed
https://www.mikes-afordable.com/mm5/mer ... creen=SRCH

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Not to open a fresh can of worms on an old subject ( I’m going to anyhow ) I’ve ordered a new flat tube radiator for my roadster pick up from brass works , my engine currently has a water pump , question is , will the water pump restrict the cooling capabilities of the new radiator and should I rem...

ABoer wrote: ↑
Tue Dec 09, 2025 5:58 am
Hallo model T friends ;
A club member asked me or it is possible to put a startermotor on a Openvalve Engine .
Thank you for your answer
Toon

Get in touch with Ed he may have all or most of the parts you need

Dan , Many years ago California did that with the red hourse less carriage plates for pre 1923 cars, a one time fee. But the ever money grabbing California politicians took that away making you renew every year. To top that off if you have a personalized plate or a YOM or late or ever a retro black...

Not sure what year these fit

Fastenal does not ship across these zones. The Mississippi is not the boundary, looks more like I-25 up to I-80

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I would like to hear from anyone in California that has a1925 Pickup registered in California. I just got my DMV registration and it's $174! That's crazy for a 100 year old vehicle. Let me hear from you. I took a look at CA.DMV There is a fee for a Title as well as a fee for license plates New Titl...

South Park Zephyr wrote: ↑
Wed Dec 10, 2025 9:17 am
Frank I will take it

Scott

636-544-775zero

Its yours. Will text/email you total later Today.

Santa says buy it its the last one

1922 t wrote: ↑
Mon Dec 08, 2025 10:55 pm
WTB 1922 T horn button bracket to stering column.
With button swith if possible.
Thanks Larry

I'll PM some more recent pictures Today for the horn+light switch with bracket

I seriously doubt if your water pump would restrict flow, after all they were supposed to help. So did yours help or is it the reason to get a new radiator? If you don't need it consider it as a possible point of failure, broken belt would cause some restriction. Model T design > "keep it simple"

Rear axle drop methods

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Here is a discussion about European chassis that were dropped via different front spindles & rear crossmember https://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/331880/375948.html english rear cross member.jpg --- 375954.jpg -- For the front https://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/179374/202362.html 202430.jpg 202...

Antique Motor Sports out of La Habra CA used to sell polished aluminum disk wheels. Looks like they have an eBay store now. Maybe this is who you saw at the old swap meet? https://www.antiquetmotorsports.com/products Here is some more info on Antique Motorsporst & link to their eBay sight https://w...

This is what I have..... PM or eMail me via the Forum if interested
The rust colored one only has separation on the top strip but otherwise sound.

Good eyes Russ, Allan

I am looking for a dash for a 26 Fordor ALSO 1,2, or 3 inside window crank handles I have 1 or 2 1926 dashes: Coupe?, Sedan? or Tudor? Don't know how to tell them apart I'm under the impression that there are some subtle differences in these dashes. I need to pull them out of my shed, Tomorrow. But...

From Craig Beeks' 1910's I'd offer to get more photo's but we just had 10 inches of snow, more Monday & Wednesday. but will later. let me know what to focus on This from a project car he has all parts for. Body by Wells IMG_6213.JPG These are from a barn find (before & after) IMG_3973.JPG Beads pain...

How is the flange that holds the posts where the planetary gears mount attached to the shaft? I ask because we’re trying to shorten the shaft by a few inches and if that flange is a keyed press fit &/or pinned it would seem the easiest route instead of machining the bottom of the shaft. That would ...

tom_strickling wrote: ↑
Sat Nov 29, 2025 10:03 am
What is the semi-rounded metal strip that goes around the back of a Fordor to cover the sheet metal seam called?

Does this help?

Ron Patterson wrote: ↑
Sat Nov 29, 2025 9:50 am
Many years ago I posted here a copy of the Ford print for the 1/0 Model T battery/starter cables
Now I cannot find it!
Anyone got a copy you can direct me to or send me?
Ron Patterson

Do you mean this ? https://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/1 ... 1302119578

Ok , going to sound dumb here , I’ve just replaced all the wiring in my 26 roadster pickup project, I think my starter is bad as I have made a good clean ground and also ran an addition ground wire from the mounting bolt on the starter directly to the battery . Engine barely tunes and ground is sup...

I'm game - do you need a friend to snap & unsnap it once inside. OR are some pieces zippered?

This a later style American Bosch Distributor Model 600-D. Somewhat different than the previous 600 Models. I don't have much information on it.
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There have been several discussions about various reasons as well as the the pro's & con's on switching to 12 volts over 6v in the past. To summarize some of the primary reasons mentioned were to boost starter performance, hotter spark, brighter lights and a USB connection for phone or GPS. NOTE:Alt...

The dark mode setting found in Chrome, Firefox, or Edge only changes the appearance of the browser's menus, toolbars, and settings pages. So, It may apply a dark theme to websites that have their own native dark mode support, but it won't force a dark theme on websites that don't offer one like the ...

Still searching. This may give some idea or the front & replicate for the back

Bits & pieces of info from the internet. The model is 36 FZ (not sure about the A) The 36 refers to the bore size. A more popular look alike is a 22 FZ for an Austin 7. Someone mentioned it might be for a truck do to the larger boar size
Picture of a 22 FZ

Thanks, Gary I don't intend to express any knowledge about the forum software (I'm just an old IT guy), just did a Google search. There is an "extension" that can be added to the Forum software (phpBB) https://www.phpbb.com/community/viewtopic.php?t=2557121 However adding extensions add to the comp...

Looks like tires would be the only major issue. Given you have a business use for it... I'd do about $500. Tires are a business expense so... Riverside tires for $200 ea. Depreciation/tax write off reduces the actual cost. Have fun & enjoy it.

The top brass line looks like part of the "Imperial Primer"

Where might one find one of those switches? You might search eBay. Need to be careful though, some too pricey, pot metal handle, missing key... Another option is an early 1926 -27 switch. These had no reinforcing indents (I have some.) See diff The dash I have is from a 1926 Dodge. -- 26-27 plates ...

Some early posts about #131
2009 scroll down to the end as well https://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/8 ... 1255192769
2011 https://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/1 ... 1314166861

From Ford Parts Manuals - no reference to "splash shields" or 3 or 4 dip pans

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Not sure what your looking for if this isn't it. The MTFCA Encyclopedia
https://www.mtfca.com/encyclo/index.htm

I used this on my daily driver's exhaust manifold. After an hour of driving you can touch the fabric without getting burned. The theory too is that hot gases are expelled more quickly. The company also sell's other heat shielding products https://thermotec.com/exhaust-insulation?gad_source=1&gad_cam...

Model T Fun wrote: ↑
Fri Nov 14, 2025 1:26 pm
Frank,
Distributors are in stock.

Bill Devine
Texas T Parts

Perry Goble wrote: ↑
Fri Nov 14, 2025 2:03 pm
I called them this morning and they said they are out of stock .

Bill double check. Maybe they misunderstood what was asked for.

Snyder's says OUT of STOCK Lang's doesn't list them

Just a suggestion. Since speedsters often brake the rules of authenticity it sounds like your making your own dash panel. If your exposing the Coil Box a switch on it may be the way to go. If your dash is to look like a "racer" several gauges (amp, volts, speedometer, etc) you may just get an access...

I need to exchange 4 wooden spokes for a rim with wooden spokes. The spokes are longer and a bit narrower than the regular ones. The 5/8 tenon ist longer 0,9 inch) than regular ones. Where could I get one, I could not find them at Langs or Snyders. Thankfully for your help Bernd Bernd, as someone s...

I am looking for a new 12v one control rod distributor . I suspect that your request may be an indication that TEXAS T (Birdhaven) is out of stock :o . Its the coil that makes it 6v or 12v. Copy their instructions they're a good reference for about distributor https://www.texastparts.com/mm5/mercha...

First pass - Car Wash with their doors down
Hot water & pressure wash

Ant thoughts about a bit of anti-size on the retainer positions headlight and/or reflector

Looking for some photos of period signage that would have been used on any type of delivery vehicles 1900-15. Horse drawn wagons are fine as well. Looking for some ideas and styles to get a layout for my delivery car project. This Google Search will give you some ideas. https://www.google.com/searc...

As its been said thickness is important. This is what I got. Also non-cotton, something that doesn't absorb water is better
Need to remeasure Old supplier Stock but as I recall it was very thin

Scott_Conger wrote: ↑
Sun Nov 09, 2025 8:06 pm
DON'T send USPS priority boxes to Canada. Priority boxes will break the bank.

My last mailing to Canada was a simple first class 2x4x6 inch box and it cost around $18 and was delivered in 7 days.

That was the plan.

Here are the specifics for antique vehicles from Pennsylvania DOT https://www.pa.gov/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/penndot/documents/public/dvspubsforms/bmv/bmv-fact-sheets/fs-ant.pdf Most discusses plates & distinction of Class & Antique Vehicles INSPECTION Classic vehicles are subject to an annual ...

There are websites on the internet that will mask the background of the original photo (green background). Free https://www.img2go.com/ IMG_0443.png flip it with Paint Paint changed the background when I opened the white bac kgraound image flipit.png There is no such house number 5853 on W Bloomfiel...

Unreal.... Pep-o-Mint is still Life Savers Brand The first major Life Savers building was a five-story concrete headquarters and manufacturing plant built in Port Chester, New York, in 1920. That is close where I grew up. Former Life: In 1920, the Life Savers Candy Company built its five-story headq...

Thanks Norm and Steve, I was thinking the same. I was thinking I'd have to disassemble the whole front end, which is a winter project. Where can I find the specs on the frame/axle/suspension items? I would check all these before disassembly. John This should help for specs https://modeltfordfix.com...

Found on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/Fordmod ... 873685548/

made by Auto Radiator MFG Co

Hi, would you be willing to mail to Ontario, Canada? Not a problem for me but shipping cost seems outragous. It may pay to buy two and then sell one in Canada HS Code 8536.50.90 This is the most common HS code for a standalone horn switch, as it falls under "Electrical apparatus for switching or pr...

.................. I am going to purchase an inverted eye rear main spring,and will shorten and remove as suggested several rear leaves. ............... Frontyboy. You will have to have the eyes of your existing rear main lief inverted by revering the arch. No one is doing Model T' springs anymore....

Google Lens found one for sale in Belgium . It shows a brass label on the back. Tried to zoom in but couldn't read anything. No matches just on the shield with the cross bar
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1049797 ... 243445967/

Sorry for the link. Guess you can’t trust the internet. 🤨 No problem with the link only the people responsible for service at the Parts Warehouse. The issue was simple "the nuts shipped didn't match the part number on the pouch which is what I ordered, why?". The progressive series of questions app...

Hate to hear it Gene, hope you were smarter than me & sent it as goods & services so you don’t lose anything. Talked to PayPal and asked why they still have the account I sent payment as active. If they know the person is a scammer & still allow it to be active wouldn’t that make them an accessory ...

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