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Hank, Thanks for the kind words. The car really is a great car all around. I know a lot of Model T guys are all about saving money. Really, when you consider what you get with this car today, compared to what you would have to pay to duplicate it, this car really is a bargain. Thanks to all who have...

Oh, one other thing. The car is located in Battle Creek, Michigan, about 10 miles off I-94.

Here you go and thanks for the heads up. Sometimes the obvious can be elusive!
269-420-3852.

Not everything works as we expect. Despite a great deal of interest and one person who committed to buy the car, this one remains available. I would consider a reasonable offer. The published price is 18,500 but I would look at an offer in the 17,900 range. Thanks to all who have expressed support s...

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Had that been local I would have been all over it. I am envious!

Going to a great new home in West Michigan.

This car is sold.

Well...lets see what you got! And congratulations!

Pure eye candy. Nice car!

The Eyre '11 Torpedo is ready for pickup from Andrew Larder. Looks pretty fabulous to me.

: Larder Torpedo top.1

: Larder Torpedo top.2

Meanwhile, i am working on a new top and front bow for my 13 Touring. Here it is in disassembled state. The front bow on this car had just about crumbled to dust. The firewall was in similar condition. I worry a bit about the rest of the wood in this car as a result of these discoveries. 44903.jpeg

Matk Eyre took the 11 Torpedo to Larder Upholstery in Homer, Michigan for trim work. I think it is looking fabulous.

: Eyre Upholstery

If you ever want a chance to drive one.. or several, let me know. I'm just over in Battle Creek so only an hour from you. I always find it interesting to see how differently they drive. I consider myself a guy with pretty modest mechanical abilities but with th he help of friends have never been str...

My sister and I took out my late father's '26 Fordor for the first time in nearly two years. It was a great day!

: 26 Fordor at OCF

StanHowe wrote: ↑
Sat Sep 07, 2019 9:52 pm
I couldn't figure out where it was.

Nor could I...i did get a great ride and talk in Brad Glover's '11 Open Runabout. What a great event!

I plan to be at the plaza in front of the Ford building. We could collectively agree to go get cars and meet in the activity field later? Just a thought.

I am curious, what scale is this? Fabulous model.

Absolutely fabulous car. I have thought the Coupelet is the ultimate T for a long time. Well done.

I happen to be someone who started out young in the hobby, spending a lot of time with my dad working on the T. Then, the hobby was very much of a family affair . I now have graduated from average cars to show cars with good enough mechanics to be cross country drivers. I agree with the sentiment th...

I appreciate the comment Tom. I have had several people contact me about the car, and most recently someone looked at it yesterday. What I am hearing is that people are asking themselves if this is the time to buy, more that if this is the car to buy. It hits national publications for their October ...

I am sure this is not the answer you are looking for but my opinion is the only way to transport a T is in a fully enclosed trailer. I use straps on the axles with microfiber cloths around the axles where the tiedowns rub on the axles. I never cross my straps, keeping them parallel to tle ling frame...

Anyone in at $18,500? Trust me, you cant paint and upholster it for that.

BTT.
I am open to listening to offers or just talking T's with others.
Thanks!

Actually...quite a lot less than half the original investment. And thanks Adam for the kind words about my car.

1926 Ford Model T Touring Without a doubt, this is one of the very best restored Improved Ford Tourings anywhere in the world. A comprehensive and exhaustive, no expense spared, frame-up restoration from a rust free, Virginia car was completed over the course of five years. The effort resulted in an...

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I will plan to stop by also. Should be fun.

You have to replace the stud used for the lower windshield half with a longer version (maybe 3/4 inch longer). The bracket mounts counterintuitively, upside down. It is held in place with the lower windshield wing nut. I took mine off my car when I showed it for the Grand National. Sorry, but I don'...

I drove the 13 for the first time in 2 years!

: 13 drivable

I decided to apply with my '26 Fordor and was just notified that the car was accepted!

: Macleod 26 Fordor

I didn't go 300 miles but did drive the '26 Touring about 10 miles from my trailer home. I beat the rain by about an hour. While the car has been rained on plenty of times I am enjoying having it clean for a change.

I agree. That's a beautiful car, flag and photo. Thanks for sharing it!

I tried twice to post this photo oriented the correct way. No go. Sorry to all fellow perfectionists.

My hood, splash aprons and running boards are Rootlieb. I have been very satisfied with the results. So have the judges who have seen my car.

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I took the 26 Touring to the AACA Grand National in Auburn. Lots of Ts there. I followed Mark and Phil Eyre in. They were showing their 11 Commercial Runabout. This was a great show. No idea if I won anything but I'm okay either way. 20190601_154134.jpg20190601_154134.jpg You got a Repeat senior. C...

I agree with the above and would add, try to sit in as many years and bodystyles as you can. I have long legs and wear a 13 shoe. That eliminated all of the 17-25 open cars for me, though I have friends who feel those are the most comfortable variation. So far the most comfortable T I have driven wa...

Every one of the Ts shown at the Grand National won the award being sought. It was a very good day for all of the T owners in Auburn. I agree with Mark, this was a very good day overall. I too got to spend a day with my friend, a father figure, renewed some friendships and forged a couple new ones. ...

A couple more photos of the Ts at the Grand National yesterday. 41161.jpeg41161.jpeg I just looked over the results posted on the AACA website. It was a great weekend indeed for all of us showing T's or other early Fords. Every one of us received the award we were seeking. That made 10 Ts and one '...

A couple more photos of the Ts at the Grand National yesterday.

I also did some work on my 13. Here I have just managed to get the original glass out of the windshield framework...intact! I have no idea why in my last post my photo uploaded twice. My apologies to all.

: 13 glass out.

I took the 26 Touring to the AACA Grand National in Auburn. Lots of Ts there. I followed Mark and Phil Eyre in. They were showing their 11 Commercial Runabout. This was a great show. No idea if I won anything but I'm okay either way.

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I took the 26 Touring to the AACA Grand National in Auburn. Lots of Ts there. I followed Mark and Phil Eyre in. They were showing their 11 Commercial Runabout. This was a great show. No idea if I won anything but I'm okay either way.

: 26 Touring outside the show field

: 26 Touring outside the show field

I will need a bit of luck. This is a car that has been driven a LOT since it was last shown competitively, which was in about 2010 or 2011. The last time out we got smoked but that was a concours event. So we'll see. Maybe the rain they are predicting will come, putting the judges in an apathetic mo...

BTT.
I would also be interested in buying the horn I described outright.

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Is anyone else going to be at the Auburn Grand National this weekend? My car needed a MAJOR cleaning but I'm getting there. Hope to see a few of you there.

: 26 getting a bath.

I am interested in trading horns with someone. Mine is in very original shape but likely is from a '14-15. I want the same type horn but with a round base. I know mine looks a bit rugged but would like another in similar shape as it would match the patina of the car. 20190529_074914.jpg 20190529_074...

I too would be interested in a pattern as I have no boot for my '13 Touring.

Michigan allows them. You only need one but many people (including me) like to have a pair. I think the plates really enhance the appearance and authenticity of the car.

I would wager that a stock Town Car or Landaulet would be taller and a '09 Coupe might be taller yet. But, since there may be a dozen or less of all of those cars, combined, most of us commoners are safe.

It sort of was pulled out of hiding. This was a car that used to get driven and toured quite frequently. With the declining health of the previous owner it hasn't been out in a while. With about an hour of work it was drivable yesterday.

Phil and Mark Eyre heard of a 12 Roadster for sale. This is the car the found when they went to look at it. It turned out to be a 12 Torpedo Roadster. They now are up to three Torpedoes.

: Eyre 12 Torpedo

Phil and Mark Eyre got a lead about a 12 Roadster for sale. It turned out to be this car, a 12 Torpedo Roadster. They are now up to three Torpedoes in all

: 12 Torpedo Eyre

I drove the 13 Touring for the first time in nearly 2 years. It ran great righf until the throttle level snapped in two. This is a car that is in the middle of a full mechanical overhaul. Lots of time an money but it's worth it.

: 13 running

Nice Packard there by the way!

I'll be there with my '62 Lincoln.

: 62 Lincoln

I drove my 26 in the Gilmore Museum tour. A photographer along the route (Museum volunteer John Lacko) shot this photo of me and passenger, Museum Education Director Fred Colgren.Folks, this is a do not miss tour.

: 26 Touring on the road

Thanks for all the great comments guys. I will keep some photos coming as often as I can. The Gilmore Car Museum Pre-war tour stopped at the Eyres place Friday and the '11 was definitely the star attraction. It's nice to see a restoration of this quality can still be produced in a hobbiest's pole ba...

About 30 years ago Phil and Mark Eyre responded to an ad for a Model T Speedster. While they were not looking for another project, they thought the car could be a source for some parts. As they began looking over the disassembled collection of parts it became clear they were looking at many parts fr...

Grand Rapids also has a number of great attractions. If you were to head south 35 miles (from Grand Rapids)you could also take in the Gilmore Car Museum in Hickory Corners. Lots to do here in Michigan. We never get bored.

I agree with Scott. These are two of the neatest cars I've seen here in a while. Thanks for posting them!

If i were to guess, when you get it apart you will find a patch on the back side. Go ahead and drill a new hole.

Here is what it is supposed to look like. I think you have too many steering column holes and not enough for your winshield stantions. Also, your stantions should be painted black. Hope thi 20190505_193812.jpg s helps. 20190505_193800.jpg 20190505_193748.jpg 20190505_193741.jpg 20190505_193741.jpg

Im prepping a wheel for paint. It's not a difficult job but is very time consuming.

: Spare detail

: 26 spare

I can see why the chemical truck would win big. Its a beauty.

I had mine done in 2006 and have used the car quite a bit since. It's time to do them again now.

I drove the 26 Touring a bit today. Only in Michigan can you wake up to snow on the ground and go for a T ride in thr afternoon.
Meanwhile the Eyre Torpedo continues to look more like a car. Today the painted hood was installed for the first time.

My 13 Dash. Thanks Gord! I have been trying to decide if I will make it look "weathered " to match the rest of the car or factory new. Right now I am leaning towards new.

: 13 dash

The Eyre Torpedo continues to make steady progress. The side lamps and top bows are now in place. Meanwhile Gord Koll finished my replacement dadh for my '13 Touring. It's a work of art.

: Eyre Torpedo top bows

The hood slipped right on the Eyre Torpedo. It's only two inches longer than standard but it looks lick much more than that. And oh what a wonderful optical illusion it is!

: Eyre hood

Who would think something so small could cause so much trouble? In any case I am coming back the other way on this job.

: Nail in 26 tire

Looks like you are off to a good start. Word to the wise though... Model Ts are addictive, and they breed. You're been warned. Welcome aboard.

I had a fiber gear in my 26 and found it perhaps 30 percent gone after about 4 years of use. It was replaced with an aluminum gear which subsequently (11 years in) has shown no appreciable wear. I will never again use a fiber gear.

I have used Lightstream for an antique auto loan. Their rates were good and the turn-around was quick, 3-4 days.

I couldn't agree with Larry any more. Last week my youngest daughter asked me for a "rattle trap car" ride. The closest car to the door was my completely stock 26 Touring. After sitting 6 months, including the coldest winter in 100 years, all I had to do was check air and fluids. Like Larry, I did p...

Here is more work on the Eyre Torpedo. All four fenders are on it and the process of buffing out the paint is well underway.

Rich Eagle wrote: ↑
Wed Apr 03, 2019 1:29 pm
My gosh Eric, that looks fantastic!
Rich

I have been following along with the progress on this car for 20 years. You would not believe how good it is in person.

The Eyre T Torpedo looks like a car today.

: Body on chassis

That whole car is interesting. Thanks for posting.

Thank you Scott. This is a car that has indeed managed to earn a fair number of accolades along the way. These days I am simply having fun with it, though I am going to show it at the AACA Grand National in Auburn next month.

While not my car, Mark and Phil Eyre are making steady progress on their '11 Torpedo project. They have the chassis and engine pretty well licked and the body is now blue. The long process of pin striping began today.

: Eyre Torpedo stripe

So I have always dreamed of owning an 11 Touring, a good one, Stynoski winner. Alas a real one its not in the budget. To compensate, I decided to just make my own...a little day late April's fools day trick.

My dad, a 26 Fordor owner, was a great fan of April's fools day pranks. My all time favorite was old car related. Early one Saturday morning he called upstairs to tell me a family friend and multiple old car owner had arrived, driving his 1929 ROLLS ROYCE!!!! A completely believable story. I think I...

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Even body striping would help.

Reading on, it appears the reference in the McCalley book is exactly what I was looking for.

Thanks guys.

I understand there was once a memo published that said "begin offering wheels to customers in color. Use the following colors, vermilion, casino red, straw and emerald green. Stripe to match." I believe it was issued to dealers sometime in January 1926. My question is whether anyone else has seen it...

I understand there was once a memo published that said "begin offering wheels to customers in color. Use the following colors, vermilion, casino red, straw and emerald green. Stripe to match." I believe it was issued to dealers sometime in January 1926. My question is whether anyone else has seen it...

I have not had the pleasure of meeting Seamus but my sister lives and works in Detroit. She told me she sees Seamus commuting to work in his 14 several days every week. This is pretty impressive, particularly in Detroit traffic. Well deserved award.

The early 26 Ts had painted radiator shells (always black) but by calendar year 26 you could (in theory) get a nickel shell. Except for show cars, it tends to now be a matter of preference. Hope that helps.

A member of this forum (you know who you are, and thank you again) saw an article about my car and offered me one. My suggestion would be to write about your car and you too might get lucky. While mine is not for sale a photo might help you to know what you are looking for. 20190220_234119.jpg 20190...

I too have a 13 Touring. My car is a mix of original parts and very old repairs. My view is so long as you like the car, that's what counts. As for color, my car was painted with a brush over what appears to have been green. I've had people tell me thats impossible but I argue how did the green get ...

Thanks a lot guys. Now there is one more thing I have to add to my "gotta have it" list. I am Ford blue with envy!

In my quick scan of responses I didn't pick up anyone honing in on pedal shafts. I did a very extensive hogshead rebuild on my '26 Touring. That cured probably 95% of the leak problem, not 100 %, it's still a Model T after all, but it was significantly better. That is a tough and expensive place to ...

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Sorry. Its Qual Krom. I googled that and found them. Hope that helps.

I had QualChrome out of PA do mine. They did all the nickel on my 26 Touring and it's holding up beautifully nearly 20 years (is that possible) later. Hope that helps.

That is the best of both worlds isn't it? Having a variety of T's of different condition does give a perspective of what different people like. I've found each type has it's own rewards. Rich Yes it is. I also feel the same way about open vs. closed cars. Having both has its benefits. There have be...

I agree. Pull it. And while you are at it I would apply a really good coat of grease to that shaft. That will slow the leakage a lot. Good luck.

I like having and driving both. I have one that was very well restored and then toured like mad. We re-detailed it and eventually got an AACA Senior Grand National award, a class award at Meadowbrook etc. That being said, I can park it next to the original '13 an ac people walk right by it to admire...

Bob McDaniel wrote: ↑
Fri Jan 25, 2019 10:18 pm
I know this one is not the best to preserve but how many unrestored 1913 Tourings have you seen lately ?

I personally have only had the privilege of seeing one other...mine!

: 13 T Touring

PM's sent and many thanks to Larry and Steve. It took a little learning to understand the new PM system but I think I know what I am doing now.
Thanks again guys!

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