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by R.V.Anderson
Fri Jan 07, 2022 1:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: later coils in 13 box
Replies: 28
Views: 2882

Re: later coils in 13 box

FWIW, which may be nothing, I rebuild, restore, and reproduce all styles of Heinze coils used on Fords and other early cars, 1906-1914. Exact replacement parts are readily available and I have many satisfied customers. The issue is my getting back out to the shop, if and when this knee/leg will allo...
by R.V.Anderson
Sun Jan 02, 2022 11:29 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Model T’s in New York
Replies: 10
Views: 2121

Re: Model T’s in New York

Bill is right; I forgot to mention that the registration must be renewed annually, currently about $28 I think, and the car must also have a yearly safety inspection. With a historical registration, the only requirements are that all original equipment must be functional. When I bring my '14 in, all...
by R.V.Anderson
Sat Jan 01, 2022 3:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Model T’s in New York
Replies: 10
Views: 2121

Re: Model T’s in New York

Relax. New York has made it pretty easy to register an antique. Go to the local DMV office and/or the state DMV website for the needed information. The state will not issue a title, just a so-called "transferable" registration that, within the state, is as good as one, so be careful of that document...
by R.V.Anderson
Thu Dec 30, 2021 12:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Model T'ers from Ontario, Canada have lost a great one :(
Replies: 8
Views: 1671

Re: Model T'ers from Ontario, Canada have lost a great one :(

So sorry to hear of the loss of your friend. You and the Kramer family will be in my prayers.
by R.V.Anderson
Tue Dec 21, 2021 11:42 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: R.V. Update
Replies: 4
Views: 2037

Re: R.V. Update

Thanks, Mark. Overdid it, trying to get out to the shop yesterday. Paying for it today.
by R.V.Anderson
Mon Dec 20, 2021 3:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: R.V. Update
Replies: 4
Views: 2037

R.V. Update

Tried to get out to the shop today. Failed. Going to be awhile yet. Will have remote email access starting tomorrow, and of course my cell number can be used. Thanks to y'all for your patience.
by R.V.Anderson
Sat Dec 18, 2021 8:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Help identifying this wood coil box ??
Replies: 17
Views: 1860

Re: Help identifying this wood coil box ??

Keith is correct. The box is post-era and is rather loosely based on the 1907 Heinze box used on the Model R. I have built several of these, along with the correct coils. They are a ton of work to build correctly, just like Heinze did, right down to the correct adjusting sticker pasted inside the li...
by R.V.Anderson
Fri Dec 17, 2021 11:11 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Randall Anderson
Replies: 30
Views: 4622

Re: Randall Anderson

Hi everyone! Thanks to Kim and Larry for their posts. As they said, I am almost totally immobile and thus have no access to my shop or my email as I have only a desktop machine. But I am borrowing my daughter's laptop for a moment to check in. I simply can't thank everyone enough for your kind wishe...
by R.V.Anderson
Mon Dec 06, 2021 10:52 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: New Item
Replies: 7
Views: 2386

Re: New Item

Daniel: I didn't include shipping cost info because I wasn't sure if they could go in a small padded envelope or if they required a small FR box. But they can go in the envelope for $5. Your set is on the way. Allan: Yes; they take a 1/2" wrench, both nut and bolt. Most of these bolts and their nuts...
by R.V.Anderson
Mon Dec 06, 2021 10:20 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Coil points sparking
Replies: 29
Views: 3189

Re: Coil points sparking

At the points, there is sparking and then there is sparking. A small amount of it is normal, but a heavy, fat blue spark at the points, with little or none at the plug, means an open condenser. Thin sparks that shoot sideways for a distance means loose contacts. Close examination while nudging the c...
by R.V.Anderson
Sun Dec 05, 2021 6:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Body bolts for 27 Touring
Replies: 9
Views: 1979

Re: Body bolts for 27 Touring

Brent, they should be ready by the middle of January.
by R.V.Anderson
Sat Dec 04, 2021 8:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Body bolts for 27 Touring
Replies: 9
Views: 1979

Re: Body bolts for 27 Touring

Brent, are you looking for the body MOUNTING bolts? If so, and you can wait just a bit, these have finally come up to the top on my fasteners project list, now that the rear axle housing bolts/nuts are finished. I have sent the factory drawings to my "small run" automatic screw machine shop (owned b...
by R.V.Anderson
Thu Dec 02, 2021 8:41 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: New Item
Replies: 7
Views: 2386

Re: New Item

Yes, John; the nut is made from the same high quality steel. It looks grainy in the photo because of a bit of machine oil on it.
by R.V.Anderson
Thu Dec 02, 2021 8:37 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: New Item
Replies: 7
Views: 2386

New Item

T-2503E, rear axle housing bolt and nut. Made from the print, but not from low carbon cold rolled. 4140 high strength steel that won't stretch and allow leaks at the seam. Originally used 1913-1919 but the crowned shank can be ground off which makes them correct for 1920-27 as well. Due to this stee...
by R.V.Anderson
Thu Dec 02, 2021 8:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: New item
Replies: 0
Views: 1066

New item

T-2503E, rear axle housing bolt and nut. Full description and photo on Classifieds.
by R.V.Anderson
Thu Dec 02, 2021 10:36 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Cost to get wood felloe wheels rebuilt?
Replies: 10
Views: 2087

Re: Cost to get wood felloe wheels rebuilt?

Bill Calimer built me a 30 x 3-1/2 wheel for my '14 about a year ago, and it was $285. Impeccable quality.
by R.V.Anderson
Tue Nov 23, 2021 5:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What Do Yo Consider the Most Dependable Mechanical Timer?
Replies: 23
Views: 2920

Re: What Do Yo Consider the Most Dependable Mechanical Timer?

Original, surfaced New Day, with an original brush. I hear the new ones made in WA State are also good, but I have had no experience with them. The maker has a top notch reputation though.
by R.V.Anderson
Tue Nov 16, 2021 4:44 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Still looking for nice '20 Ford manual GOT ONE!
Replies: 8
Views: 1569

Re: Still looking for nice '20 Ford manual

I got a nice one; just what I was looking for! Many thanks to all who responded with leads and offers.
by R.V.Anderson
Sat Nov 13, 2021 2:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How to Remove Top Wood from 1927 Coupe
Replies: 12
Views: 1794

Re: How to Remove Top Wood from 1927 Coupe

The fasteners are smooth, round, tapered nuts about 5/16" thick as I recall from my '27 Tudor, with a screwdriver slot. The bolts are either #12 or 1/4", don't remember which. Getting them off is a lot easier if you aren't trying to save the wood. Most of them came out OK for me, despite the age and...
by R.V.Anderson
Thu Nov 11, 2021 4:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: New scam
Replies: 20
Views: 3146

Re: New scam

No, it wasn't me! :lol:
by R.V.Anderson
Thu Nov 11, 2021 2:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: New scam
Replies: 20
Views: 3146

Re: New scam

Did you, Dan? Same address? I was wondering if anyone else here had gotten the same thing, purportedly from the same legit Forum user.
by R.V.Anderson
Thu Nov 11, 2021 11:17 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Great Grandmother’s tire repair
Replies: 11
Views: 2251

Re: Great Grandmother’s tire repair

Obviously staged. Look at that smile :lol:
by R.V.Anderson
Thu Nov 11, 2021 11:13 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: New scam
Replies: 20
Views: 3146

New scam

This doesn't involve Model Ts but I got an email yesterday from a Forum member, Mr. X, whom I know pretty well and have done business with for several years, asking a favor. I said I'd be glad to help. He replied that out in CA where he lives, he was unable to purchase an Apple gift card for his nie...
by R.V.Anderson
Tue Nov 09, 2021 10:19 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Tire pump hose fitting - Found
Replies: 8
Views: 1684

Re: Tire pump hose fitting

:oops: I apologize; I misread your post. I thought you were looking for the clamp that secures the hose to the fitting. Stupid. :oops:
by R.V.Anderson
Tue Nov 09, 2021 10:17 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Tire pump hose fitting - Found
Replies: 8
Views: 1684

Re: Tire pump hose fitting

What year is your pump, or what year car is your pump going with? There were several different styles. I have the drawings for all of them; they are simple enough that you could make your own.
by R.V.Anderson
Fri Nov 05, 2021 8:29 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Body top brackets 1915 and later
Replies: 2
Views: 877

Re: Body top brackets

These are '15 and later, used with metal seat frames.
by R.V.Anderson
Fri Nov 05, 2021 2:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Car Cover Recommendation
Replies: 9
Views: 1497

Re: Car Cover Recommendation

I got a cover for my '14 from CA Car Covers. It was originally for a '13 and didn't fit well but they re-worked it and it did fit much better, though still kinda marginal. The biggest complaint I have is that dust goes right through it. It is definitely more waterproof than dust proof and makes a mu...
by R.V.Anderson
Wed Nov 03, 2021 10:37 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Sudden Magneto Failure
Replies: 23
Views: 2840

Re: Sudden Magneto Failure

What Scott said. While you could certainly have discharged magnets, it's at least equally likely that you have a grounded or shorted field coil. As I posted earlier, the same thing happened to my newly rebuilt '14. I too got only 2 volts at idle when it happened. Hopefully it is the magnets, and you...
by R.V.Anderson
Mon Nov 01, 2021 7:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Transportation from Lang's
Replies: 5
Views: 1569

Re: Transportation from Lang's

Michael, how soon do you need it? Don Lang is leaving early tomorrow and will be stopping here. I can bring it to Chickasha from here.
by R.V.Anderson
Mon Nov 01, 2021 11:29 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Sudden Magneto Failure
Replies: 23
Views: 2840

Re: Sudden Magneto Failure

Awhile back, several folks experienced just what you did, and the trouble was traced to the new mag post oilers which were grounding the magnetos. That could be your trouble, but it could also be that a bit of wire was picked up by the magnets and jabbed into the field coil. That happened to my '14;...
by R.V.Anderson
Thu Oct 28, 2021 10:43 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Rear axle housings question
Replies: 15
Views: 1987

Re: Rear axle housings question

I'd say that they could go either way, before the assembly line came into being and the power tools used for tightening fasteners were in fixed locations. No doubt some of Ford's workers were left-handed, so, early on, they did it however it was more comfortable for them.
by R.V.Anderson
Wed Oct 27, 2021 10:36 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Still looking for nice '20 Ford manual GOT ONE!
Replies: 8
Views: 1569

Re: Still looking for nice '20 Ford manual

Watching Tbay but still hoping to get one here.
by R.V.Anderson
Mon Oct 25, 2021 1:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Body Paint
Replies: 23
Views: 2979

Re: Body Paint

It's almost quaint now, but I still like Centari. Still available after lo these many years, though no longer made by DuPont. It's still sort of affordable, and I know precisely how it will perform and behave after having used it for so long.
by R.V.Anderson
Sun Oct 24, 2021 5:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Body Paint
Replies: 23
Views: 2979

Re: Body Paint

This doesn't address the topic, but a few weeks ago my uncle, a local collector/restorer (owns more than 50), was spitting and sparking like a T coil with loose points over the bill he got for a gallon of red enamel: $5,000! Yep, that's five thousand dollars!! For ONE gallon!! Wish I could have foun...
by R.V.Anderson
Sun Oct 24, 2021 5:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Camerons swap meet pix
Replies: 8
Views: 1869

Re: Camerons swap meet pix

Looks like a good time as always. Wish I could have been there this year. :(
by R.V.Anderson
Sun Oct 24, 2021 12:13 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Still looking for nice '20 Ford manual GOT ONE!
Replies: 8
Views: 1569

Re: Still looking for nice '20 Ford manual

Many thanks John; I checked into it. Am hoping for one in better condition.
by R.V.Anderson
Fri Oct 22, 2021 10:49 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Still looking for nice '20 Ford manual GOT ONE!
Replies: 8
Views: 1569

Re: Still looking for nice '20 Ford manual

Gotta be one out there somewhere. The one I'm looking for says "Copyright 1920" on the title page.
by R.V.Anderson
Thu Oct 21, 2021 5:40 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: WTB Fasteners
Replies: 4
Views: 1291

Re: WTB Fasteners

The late '12 through '15 horn tubing bracket assemblies were all held with two #8 x 5/8" brass round head slotted wood screws. I don't know if the earlier cars would be any different but those screws would certainly work.
by R.V.Anderson
Thu Oct 21, 2021 10:07 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Knocking When Engine Decelerates
Replies: 18
Views: 2853

Re: Knocking When Engine Decelerates

To answer Allan's question, the laminated shims have been around at least since T days. They were likely more expensive than plain ones, so most home mechanics probably didn't use them. They were almost certainly more of a shop item, since to a rebuilder, then and now, time is money.
by R.V.Anderson
Wed Oct 20, 2021 1:00 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Still looking for nice '20 Ford manual GOT ONE!
Replies: 8
Views: 1569

Still looking for nice '20 Ford manual GOT ONE!

To go with my non-starter '20 touring car.

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by R.V.Anderson
Wed Oct 13, 2021 10:27 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: I've taken slack out of spoke wheel but now wobbles
Replies: 21
Views: 2065

Re: I've taken slack out of spoke wheel but now wobbles

That's right. What is cheaper, $200 for the wheel or a $200,000 lawsuit, a damaged T, and lifetime injuries?
by R.V.Anderson
Wed Oct 13, 2021 10:22 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Bear Alignment Tool
Replies: 8
Views: 1892

Re: Bear Alignment Tool

I think I posted a page or two before. Will do so as soon as I dig it up. It's not where it was supposed to be.
by R.V.Anderson
Mon Oct 11, 2021 8:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Bear Alignment Tool
Replies: 8
Views: 1892

Re: Bear Alignment Tool

Do you have a photo? I have a Bear catalog; it's probably shown in it.
by R.V.Anderson
Sun Oct 10, 2021 7:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Plastic Cased Coils….
Replies: 10
Views: 2146

Re: Plastic Cased Coils….

My main focus is the early coils, but I rebuild a set of the older style plastic case coils every once in awhile. Everyone who has gotten a set has been very happy with them. Just sayin'.
by R.V.Anderson
Fri Oct 01, 2021 4:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Post your 2021 Hershey Swap Spaces Here!
Replies: 33
Views: 5561

Re: Post your 2021 Hershey Swap Spaces Here!

I will have sets of both front end and rear end lifting hooks available. Will be picking them up Monday morning to bring to the meet.
by R.V.Anderson
Fri Oct 01, 2021 10:20 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Wheel Bearings Where Are They????
Replies: 8
Views: 1849

Re: Wheel Bearings Where Are They????

I'd say start with Lang's, Snyder's, Chaffin's, etc., and only go to Rock Auto if they are all out of stock. The hobby is able to exist because of those guys. It works against our long-term best interests not to support those who support us, just to save a few cents or bucks.
by R.V.Anderson
Thu Sep 30, 2021 2:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: OLD PHOTO - Look Ma No Hands!
Replies: 5
Views: 1600

Re: OLD PHOTO - Look Ma No Hands!

My late aunt used to be a medical secretary to a neurosurgeon. One day a group of Amish came into the office; they had been using one of those saws when the blade came loose, flew across the yard, and hit one of them squarely in the forehead, splitting his skull down to the brain. They had been trea...
by R.V.Anderson
Wed Sep 29, 2021 10:38 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Post your 2021 Hershey Swap Spaces Here!
Replies: 33
Views: 5561

Re: Post your 2021 Hershey Swap Spaces Here!

Will also have the last of the new black and brass gas generators, 1912-14 horn tubing assemblies, Watts style clutches, and some correct fasteners not previously available. GBC 33-34. My brother's been building body and top wood for weeks; he'll be in the space next to mine (GBC 32).
by R.V.Anderson
Tue Sep 28, 2021 5:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Acetylene gas lights - any alternatives?
Replies: 9
Views: 1462

Re: Acetylene gas lights - any alternatives?

I use the original carbide generator system on my '14. It doesn't make that much of a mess.
by R.V.Anderson
Tue Sep 28, 2021 10:19 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Repair an innertube?
Replies: 6
Views: 1429

Re: Repair an innertube?

Lots of good options here, but I take mine to the tire shop down the street. They do a great hot patch for a whopping 5 bucks. They probably do it more as a favor, since I buy all my tires for myself and also my wife's car there.
by R.V.Anderson
Tue Sep 28, 2021 10:15 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Battery Life using coils
Replies: 12
Views: 1994

Re: Battery Life using coils

You can always carry a pair of the square 6V lantern batteries under the seat. When needed, for ignition only, wire them together (+ of one to - of the other) and they will run the car very well for quite awhile. Unlike a storage battery, you don't have to worry about spilling acid under the seat. A...
by R.V.Anderson
Sat Sep 25, 2021 4:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 30 X 3 1/2 Metal Stem Tube Source
Replies: 29
Views: 3372

Re: 30 X 3 1/2 Metal Stem Tube Source

Until about October of 1920, the T used not only 2 sizes of tires (excepting the demountables) but 2 sizes of valve stems. The 30 x 3 tubes used stems that were 3" long and threaded 13/32" x 28. The 30 x 3-1/2s used stems 3-3/8" and 15/32" x 26. This larger stem was discontinued and declared obsolet...
by R.V.Anderson
Fri Sep 24, 2021 4:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1911 Steering Problem. Dangerous???
Replies: 17
Views: 2486

Re: 1911 Steering Problem. Dangerous???

The "fix," the milled slot in the gear box with the longer pin, didn't come about until some time early in 1921. As to Bill's problem, with the steering moving further one way than another, I would be inclined to check out what Norman posted.
by R.V.Anderson
Thu Sep 23, 2021 7:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What size is the Nut on the Transmission bands?
Replies: 1
Views: 743

Re: What size is the Nut on the Transmission bands?

7/16" x 20, 11/16: across the flats.
by R.V.Anderson
Thu Sep 23, 2021 4:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 30 X 3 1/2 Metal Stem Tube Source
Replies: 29
Views: 3372

Re: 30 X 3 1/2 Metal Stem Tube Source

Yep, I thought of that many times. But I suppose you are right, Steve. However, if we could get "them" to leave out the brass tube and the valves when they make those rubber stems, well, we may not be in hog heaven but we'd be right next door.
by R.V.Anderson
Wed Sep 22, 2021 8:58 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: For Sale: Rebuilt Mag Coil Ring
Replies: 4
Views: 1450

Re: For Sale: Rebuilt Mag Coil Ring

Not trying to hijack this thread, but the difference between the US and Canadian units of the same vintage is that the Canadian pole faces are noticeably shorter than on the US castings.
by R.V.Anderson
Wed Sep 22, 2021 8:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 30 X 3 1/2 Metal Stem Tube Source
Replies: 29
Views: 3372

Re: 30 X 3 1/2 Metal Stem Tube Source

The thread is 13/32 x 28. I don't think that's commonly available, but the bigger issue is that with the two flat sides on the stems, the typical round die won't work well. The ones I had made were designed to work with the two flats.
by R.V.Anderson
Wed Sep 22, 2021 3:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 30 X 3 1/2 Metal Stem Tube Source
Replies: 29
Views: 3372

Re: 30 X 3 1/2 Metal Stem Tube Source

Original stems aren't too hard to find; either the 777 or the 888 will work, as will the Dill #16. They all have the same thread, but sometimes the threads are a little bunged up. A year or so ago, I had a run of dies made to chase the threads on the original stems. I can have a second run made if t...
by R.V.Anderson
Fri Sep 17, 2021 7:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Victor 2 Gas headlight door
Replies: 6
Views: 1321

Re: Victor 2 Gas headlight door

Well, Paul, the only real trick is to anneal the rivets. Once that's done, you won't believe how easy it is.
by R.V.Anderson
Thu Sep 16, 2021 8:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Victor 2 Gas headlight door
Replies: 6
Views: 1321

Re: Victor 2 Gas headlight door

It's quite simple. Since the rim is uniform, first install the door half of the hinge into the steel half in the bucket and put the rim in place on the bucket any old way. Then drill one rivet hole and install a small machine screw and nut, either a #4 or a #6, I forget which. Tighten the nut, make ...
by R.V.Anderson
Thu Sep 16, 2021 3:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Diff Clam shell rivets
Replies: 4
Views: 1102

Re: Diff Clam shell rivets

On my '14, since the rivets were sound and there were no housing cracks, I left them alone and just mig'd over the inside of them. It's been almost 20 years and still no leaks from any of the rivets. There were other areas that required sealing during the restoration but that's a story for another t...
by R.V.Anderson
Thu Sep 16, 2021 3:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Victor 2 Gas headlight door
Replies: 6
Views: 1321

Re: Victor 2 Gas headlight door

Andre, I bought new ones from the vendors and transferred the hardware from the originals to them. I was very happy with how they came out. Perfect fit.
by R.V.Anderson
Wed Sep 15, 2021 9:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Balance Beads?
Replies: 40
Views: 4477

Re: Balance Beads?

I always put in the beads when installing an original metal stem in what was a rubber stemmed tube. Now THAT takes less than a minute!
by R.V.Anderson
Tue Sep 14, 2021 4:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Old car festival
Replies: 42
Views: 5715

Re: Old car festival

What Keith said, with the additional comment that the gaslight parade was spectacular. Most of the participants where we were (down in Walnut Grove) elected to move back up the hill and park (illegally) in other areas, closer to, or right in, all the action. Hopefully no one got in any trouble over ...
by R.V.Anderson
Mon Sep 06, 2021 7:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Invite to look
Replies: 12
Views: 2092

Re: Invite to look

Looks like a treasure trove of original details! Thanks for posting.
by R.V.Anderson
Mon Sep 06, 2021 7:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1910 Side lamp brackets position on firewall
Replies: 6
Views: 1797

Re: 1910 Side lamp brackets position on firewall

Nice photo Dan, but I think your 14-1/2" should be 14-1/4".
by R.V.Anderson
Mon Sep 06, 2021 6:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1910 Side lamp brackets position on firewall
Replies: 6
Views: 1797

Re: 1910 Side lamp brackets position on firewall

OK John; here ya go, from the Ford drawing: Both holes are 5/16" diameter. The center of the upper hole is located 14-1/4" from the centerline of the dash, and 5-3/8" down from the top edge (no molding). The center of the lower hole is 2-1/2" below the center of the upper hole, and 17/32" outboard o...
by R.V.Anderson
Sat Sep 04, 2021 9:35 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: September, you and your T.
Replies: 44
Views: 9458

Re: September, you and your T.

My '14 has been off the road for the past year because of a bent left axle shaft. I finally got it rebuilt, just in time for the Old Car Festival, using new shafts on both sides; all other parts, gears, differential cases, etc., are NOS except for the roller thrust washers, which were still in perfe...
by R.V.Anderson
Sat Sep 04, 2021 9:29 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Which Headlight Ring?
Replies: 12
Views: 2129

Re: Which Headlight Ring?

Side note, FWIW: A friend had the small creek bordering his property turn into a raging torrent after yet another horrendous thunderstorm this summer. After the flood subsided he went to check the damage, and found that the flood had washed up gobs and chunks of mud onto his lawn. Sticking out of on...
by R.V.Anderson
Fri Sep 03, 2021 8:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Which Headlight Ring?
Replies: 12
Views: 2129

Re: Which Headlight Ring?

The rim with the small clips is designed to be used with the clear, round glass lenses used in 1915-21. The rims with the larger clips are designed for the Ford H lens, which has four flat sides.
by R.V.Anderson
Sat Aug 28, 2021 12:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Post your 2021 Hershey Swap Spaces Here!
Replies: 33
Views: 5561

Re: Post your 2021 Hershey Swap Spaces Here!

GBC 32-34. Will have most of my line of over 200 reproduction Model T and horseless carriage parts on hand. Rewound field coils, rebuilt early T and pre-T coils, parts for same. Stop by and drop off your coil and field coil cores; save a pile of shipping costs. New item this year: T rear lifting hoo...
by R.V.Anderson
Sat Aug 28, 2021 12:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Tony Wiltshire - RIP
Replies: 27
Views: 5688

Re: Tony Wiltshire

Horrible news indeed. I'm stunned to hear it. Tony was always such fun to chat with at the several swap meets that we both attended. As insignificant as they are in the face of such a tragedy, my deepest and most heartfelt condolences to Susan and the entire family.
by R.V.Anderson
Sat Aug 28, 2021 12:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Why is this T related?
Replies: 7
Views: 1718

Re: Why is this T related?

This was the issue that carried the famous first public announcement of the Model T, and which resulted in the Ford sales office being "well-nigh inundated" within just a few days.
by R.V.Anderson
Fri Aug 20, 2021 10:04 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Knock - Knock ... What's Broke Now
Replies: 22
Views: 2935

Re: Knock - Knock ... What's Broke Now

Very sorry to hear of this and see the damage. This probably won't make you feel much better, but Mark is right; you have a lot more to be thankful for than upset about.
by R.V.Anderson
Thu Aug 19, 2021 8:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Epifanes Brand Clear Spar Varnish over Laurel Mountain Forge Brand Cherry Stain, 1911 Firewall Restoration
Replies: 14
Views: 2589

Re: What type of final clear finish coat (shellac, varnish, urethane , epoxy) to put on top of Laurel Mountain Forge Che

I use Minwax UV resistant spar urethane on my coil boxes, either a gloss or satin finish as chosen by the customer. I also used it on my '14 dash. The gloss is more weather resistant.
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by R.V.Anderson
Wed Aug 18, 2021 4:41 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Plastic coils FS: set of 5
Replies: 2
Views: 1270

Re: Plastic coils FS: set of 5

Sold pending payment; thanks MTFCA!
by R.V.Anderson
Wed Aug 18, 2021 1:53 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Plastic coils FS: set of 5
Replies: 2
Views: 1270

Re: Plastic coils FS: set of 5

One bump. These are being sold for the rebuilding cost; the cores are essentially free,
by R.V.Anderson
Mon Aug 16, 2021 4:07 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Plastic coils FS: set of 5
Replies: 2
Views: 1270

Plastic coils FS: set of 5

Set of four plus a spare. These are the ones built for the T; they are NOT the "yellow label" fence units. They all have NOS K-W Sparkite points with a bit of surface rust in spots on the vibrators. Properly rebuilt and calibrated. $250 for the 5 plus shipping. No exchange cores needed. Email direct...
by R.V.Anderson
Fri Aug 13, 2021 9:39 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Wheel Rebuilder Recommendation
Replies: 12
Views: 2283

Re: Wheel Rebuilder Recommendation

I second Bill Calimer's work. Outstanding.
by R.V.Anderson
Tue Aug 10, 2021 4:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Best Heat Resistant Paint
Replies: 10
Views: 2185

Re: Best Heat Resistant Paint

I used ordinary Centari as on the rest of the body. Properly set up headlamps just don't get that hot. Surprisingly, the chimneys don't either, not as much as you would think anyway, though you certainly don't want to grab hold of one when the lamps are lit.
by R.V.Anderson
Tue Aug 10, 2021 4:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Outer axle bearing
Replies: 17
Views: 2599

Re: Outer axle bearing

Agreed. Dan's stuff is outstanding.
by R.V.Anderson
Mon Aug 09, 2021 11:06 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Eyre 11 Torpedo done today
Replies: 38
Views: 6782

Re: Eyre 11 Torpedo done today

Gorgeous!!
by R.V.Anderson
Fri Aug 06, 2021 11:11 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: August: What have you done with your T.
Replies: 61
Views: 8140

Re: August: What have you done with your T.

Not all T but most are. My shipping table's getting kinda full. The T Heinze units are all waiting for points, which has been the big hold-up preventing them from going out. The units on the left front are rebuilt 1910 Jacobson-Brandow, waiting for the box to be finished up. The single unit on the f...
by R.V.Anderson
Thu Jul 29, 2021 9:23 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: WTB 1920 Manual
Replies: 3
Views: 1176

Re: WTB 1920 Manual

That's it, all right. But I'm still looking. Thanks.
by R.V.Anderson
Thu Jul 29, 2021 11:42 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: WTB 1920 Manual
Replies: 3
Views: 1176

Re: WTB 1920 Manual

Back to the top.
by R.V.Anderson
Tue Jul 27, 2021 3:33 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: WTB 1920 Manual
Replies: 3
Views: 1176

WTB 1920 Manual

Looking for a Ford manual, copyright 1920, in very good to excellent condition. Thanks!

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by R.V.Anderson
Sat Jul 24, 2021 12:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Old Car Festival Update
Replies: 36
Views: 5577

Re: Old Car Festival Update

When have y'all heard from the committee? I haven't heard back.
by R.V.Anderson
Sat Jul 24, 2021 12:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 9 out of 10 is succes - what's wrong with the one?
Replies: 22
Views: 2944

Re: 9 out of 10 is succes - what's wrong with the one?

Model Ts have a "spectator sensor" that kicks in whenever anyone is watching you try to start it. If you have just commented to the effect that the car is very reliable and starts on the slightest twist of the crank, the sensor's sensitivity increases exponentially and will only shut down after ever...
by R.V.Anderson
Mon Jul 19, 2021 8:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Remember You are Not as Young as You Think...,
Replies: 27
Views: 4252

Re: Remember You are Not as Young as You Think...,

Yes, every so often many of us get that little tap on the shoulder, our own memento mori. Last month I was working in my shop as usual when I had what amounted to a stroke in my left eye. Luckily I was able to get right in to my opthamologist who injected a steroid directly into the eyeball which st...
by R.V.Anderson
Sun Jul 18, 2021 6:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: New Philadelphia Annual Tour this weekend
Replies: 24
Views: 4006

Re: New Philadelphia Annual Tour this weekend

Got the number; many thanks Dan and Dom!
by R.V.Anderson
Sun Jul 18, 2021 4:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: New Philadelphia Annual Tour this weekend
Replies: 24
Views: 4006

Re: New Philadelphia Annual Tour this weekend

I am not able to participate on the the tour; far too busy with coils and mags, but I am going down for part of a day since it's fairly close to me. I am scheduled to meet one of the participants who is bringing a load of cores for me but I don't have his cell number to arrange the meet-up. Anyone k...
by R.V.Anderson
Mon Jul 12, 2021 3:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 2021National Tour - Spokane, WA
Replies: 26
Views: 4021

Re: 2021National Tour - Spokane, WA

Looks like nice weather. Wish I was there. Nothing but rain for days here. Flood watch for today and tonight.
by R.V.Anderson
Sat Jul 10, 2021 11:01 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Old Car Festival Update
Replies: 36
Views: 5577

Re: Old Car Festival Update

No, I'm staying in a motel :D
by R.V.Anderson
Thu Jul 08, 2021 8:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Model T Coils - Ford/K-W, Heinze, Kingston, others
Replies: 10
Views: 2348

Re: Model T Coils - Ford/K-W, Heinze, Kingston, others

To answer Keith's question, none of the makes of early coils have the same dimensions as another make; all are different. To address Mike's question, the most common make (today) of the early units is Heinze, followed by Kingston, especially the T-4238 (1912) units. The J-Bs were the least used, ori...
by R.V.Anderson
Tue Jul 06, 2021 1:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Old Car Festival Update
Replies: 36
Views: 5577

Old Car Festival Update

Got an email this morning from the Registration Team:

"We are carrying forth with Old Car Festival September 11th and 12th, 2021. Our application will be opening later this week."

Woo hoo!!
by R.V.Anderson
Tue Jul 06, 2021 1:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Stevens transmission stand
Replies: 12
Views: 2263

Re: Stevens transmission stand

Well Alex, I do too, now. When I find one I'll let you know. You'll be welcome to come over and use it whenever you want :D
by R.V.Anderson
Mon Jul 05, 2021 8:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Stevens transmission stand
Replies: 12
Views: 2263

Re: Stevens transmission stand

I have one of Donnie's and also a copy of an earlier one, around 1920, but neither has the stand listed. Of course it's possible that the stand wasn't developed until after the earlier catalog was printed. The ad was from 1926. OK, now to repeat my earlier question: Does anyone have one of these bab...
by R.V.Anderson
Mon Jul 05, 2021 8:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1914 top bow measurements
Replies: 9
Views: 2019

Re: 1914 top bow measurements

Measuring from the socket "eye", #2 & 3 are 23-1/2" and #4 is 28-1/2". These are original Ford measurements; reproduction sockets may vary.