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by ArthurB
Wed May 03, 2023 11:46 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Demountable Rim Primer?
Replies: 11
Views: 1072

Re: Demountable Rim Primer?

You guys are good! Not only did I learn what I needed to buy a new rim, I learned how to paint it. Thanks for all the info.
by ArthurB
Mon May 01, 2023 9:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Demountable Rim Primer?
Replies: 11
Views: 1072

Demountable Rim Primer?

I have a 27-ish T with wood spoked 21" wheels. I know the car was made with parts from all over- when I respoked the wheels there were different tenon sizes which I assume mean different wheel manufacturers. I'm asking a friend who is going to Luray to find a good rim I can rotate in to replace one ...
by ArthurB
Sun Mar 12, 2023 9:45 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: WTB: 1926-27 Ignition Switch Assembly
Replies: 4
Views: 550

WTB: 1926-27 Ignition Switch Assembly

Looking for a usable 1926-27 ignition switch assembly. The reproduction one only lasted a couple of years, looking for an original this time.
by ArthurB
Fri Mar 03, 2023 6:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Tire chains?
Replies: 19
Views: 1475

Tire chains?

In my part of the country T's wore tire chains for 9 months of the year-- either for mud or ice. Any idea where i would find a set of chains-- either new or old? (21" wheels) It seems like there should be a pair in every barn, but I've only seen one set for sale and that was a couple of years ago. I...
by ArthurB
Fri Nov 06, 2020 1:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Starting Small
Replies: 14
Views: 3444

Re: Starting Small

Thanks for the education, Allan. I think it was sold to me as a battery box, but the size is perfect for where I want to mount in on the running board and it should fit all the tools I take on local drives. I never get more than 10 miles from my house, and it's always downhill to get home!
by ArthurB
Fri Nov 06, 2020 1:32 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: WTB 1925-ish running board
Replies: 0
Views: 782

WTB 1925-ish running board

I am in need of a single running board to match the one below, replacing one which is badly pitted. Not looking for perfection, just something that hasn't been sitting under water for a long time. If you're in Oregon and I can pick up, even better. Hopefully someone has a pair that's already broken ...
by ArthurB
Thu Oct 29, 2020 11:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Starting Small
Replies: 14
Views: 3444

Re: Starting Small

Yes Erik, because the hasp is missing I'm not riveting the latch to the box. Just using screws for now. There is also an internal spring which has lost its temper. I plan to keep looking for a better latch and will replace it when I find one, but this one functions OK for now. If you want to steal m...
by ArthurB
Thu Oct 29, 2020 10:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Starting Small
Replies: 14
Views: 3444

Re: Starting Small

Norman, I am a better photographer than restorer. There are many defects, but if my first effort was perfect I'd have to find a new hobby. There's a good quote from Teddy Roosevelt (correct era for this site): "Nothing in the world is worth having or worth doing unless it means effort, pain, difficu...
by ArthurB
Thu Oct 29, 2020 8:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Starting Small
Replies: 14
Views: 3444

Starting Small

I'm still pretty new to restoration so I decided to hone my skills on a small project. I bought a little running board toolbox on the forum, and got to work. 1) Rust removal: wire wheel on angle grinder, followed by Ospho treatment inside and out, then repeat. For latch, Dremel tool with wire wheel,...
by ArthurB
Mon Aug 31, 2020 3:28 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Running Board Battery Box Small
Replies: 4
Views: 1551

Re: Running Board Battery Box Small

I'd like it. I sent you an email.
by ArthurB
Mon Aug 03, 2020 6:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Roller Cushion Tires
Replies: 5
Views: 2507

Roller Cushion Tires

A friend gave me a T rear end with a pair of hard rubber "Roller Cushion Tires". The tires have these funny round holes with rubber cylinders inside, and lots of small cracks but they both look intact. I've been cleaning one up to mount in my pickup bed as a "spare" (mostly cosmetic). At least I'll ...
by ArthurB
Sun Aug 02, 2020 8:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Rear Spring question
Replies: 9
Views: 3332

Re: Rear Spring question

Thanks for the advice. The spring isn't as close to the backing plate as this photo makes it look. I think I will try Dan's method, and I will fix my split pins. When I got the car it had maybe 4 of the required 100+ split pins. I spent lots of time putting them in the wrong way, then a pilot and a ...
by ArthurB
Fri Jul 31, 2020 7:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Rear Spring question
Replies: 9
Views: 3332

Rear Spring question

I rebuilt my 25-26-27 T's rear axle, replacing worn out shackles. Everything is back together except I can't figure out what to do about the lower oiler. I can install it by lifting the frame and dropping the axle, but then there is no way I can get oil into it without jacking up the car again. This...
by ArthurB
Thu Jul 09, 2020 1:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Rear hub evaluation
Replies: 4
Views: 2193

Re: Rear hub evaluation

Thanks for the advice, guys. Good ideas.
by ArthurB
Wed Jul 08, 2020 9:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Rear hub evaluation
Replies: 4
Views: 2193

Rear hub evaluation

I just finished rebuilding my rear axle/ differential/ drive shaft. Everything is working great, so now I'd like to rebuild the rear wheels. They are functional but spokes are a bit loose, hubcap threads aren't great, and worse yet-- they are globbed up with metallic copper paint (spokes and all). I...
by ArthurB
Tue Jun 23, 2020 3:14 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 4th Main Alignment
Replies: 4
Views: 2174

4th Main Alignment

I am installing a newly babbitted 4th main on a 1926 engine. It fits the shaft like a glove. The Ford manual and Chaffin book both say to adjust the alignment with shims between the hogshead and crankcase. Sure enough, with a little pressure on a prybar behind the hogshead it slides into alignment. ...
by ArthurB
Sun Mar 15, 2020 7:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Differential case collar repair
Replies: 11
Views: 5002

Re: Differential case collar repair

Thanks for the warning, Adam. I have access to a skilled welder-- I'll pass along your warning. I have a spare wrecked casting to practice on if he has the right equipment. I probably should trust the press fit anyway, but this is a learning process so I'll see what I can learn about welding to cast...
by ArthurB
Sat Mar 14, 2020 9:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Differential case collar repair
Replies: 11
Views: 5002

Re: Differential case collar repair

Quick follow up to finish this story, in case it is useful to others: I found that McMaster Carr will make a custom bushing from Rockwell C61 steel for $43. You give them ID and OD, as well as height, and they make to the nearest 0.001". The only catch is you have to wait 3 weeks. While Bob had a ni...
by ArthurB
Fri Feb 28, 2020 7:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: U Joint Too Tight?
Replies: 17
Views: 5858

Re: U Joint Too Tight?

I got my drive shaft from Fun Projects. It has a nice blend radius at the end of the mating surface, and the chamfers were fine. The only obvious difference from the original Ford script driveshaft was that it is smooth and shiny the entire length instead of just at the bearing surfaces. I don't kno...
by ArthurB
Thu Feb 27, 2020 3:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: U Joint Too Tight?
Replies: 17
Views: 5858

Re: U Joint Too Tight?

Have any of you seen Ford drawings for the mating surfaces of the drive shaft and u-joint? I can't seem to find dimensions except the bearing surfaces, which are not the issue.
by ArthurB
Thu Feb 27, 2020 3:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: U Joint Too Tight?
Replies: 17
Views: 5858

Re: U Joint Too Tight?

Thanks for the responses. I cleaned up the "corners" and chamfer on the drive shaft (from Fun Projects) but that doesn't seem to be where it is binding. I have two old u-joint and drive shafts-- the new u-joint binds on the old drive shafts too, and the old u-joints fit on the new drive shaft fine. ...
by ArthurB
Wed Feb 26, 2020 10:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: U Joint Too Tight?
Replies: 17
Views: 5858

U Joint Too Tight?

I am assembling a brand new U-joint with a brand new drive shaft. The u-joint slides halfway into place on the greased up drive shaft and binds up (test fit outside torque tube). I suspect I could get it on with a mallet or heat but then I don't know how I would get it off. I know tight is good, but...
by ArthurB
Tue Feb 18, 2020 11:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Which shim to use?
Replies: 8
Views: 3698

Re: Which shim to use?

Thanks guys, very helpful information. Since I first posted I used Prussian Blue to check the gear engagement. It looks spot on, so I am hesitant to change the gear lash. Lash is at .020 +/- . A mechanic friend looked at it and said "don't touch a thing." My gears are used, axles and drive shaft are...
by ArthurB
Mon Feb 17, 2020 9:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Which shim to use?
Replies: 8
Views: 3698

Re: Which shim to use?

Thanks Norman, I've been following the Chaffin book and the Fun Projects instructions. I've reached the point where Chaffin says I can use a shim under the ring gear or the "more primitive" solution of a thrust plate shim. He mentions the thrust plate shim will shift the entire assembly to the right...
by ArthurB
Mon Feb 17, 2020 8:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Which shim to use?
Replies: 8
Views: 3698

Which shim to use?

I am adjusting the pinion gear lash. I'm trying to choose between a thrust plate shim and ring gear shim. It seems to me the ring gear shim will only change the pinion gear lash. What makes my head hurt is trying to figure out what the thrust plate shim will change. Will it change the axle to axle c...
by ArthurB
Fri Feb 07, 2020 12:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Hyatt bearings stuffed with hair?
Replies: 13
Views: 5538

Re: Hyatt bearings stuffed with hair?

I had the same suspicion as 67pontiac that some bearings were actually intentionally manufactured with felt in the rollers for some perceived benefit. The felt was so dense and uniform that it's hard to imagine how it infiltrated the roller. But the fact that none of you has come up with any documen...
by ArthurB
Thu Feb 06, 2020 7:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Differential case collar repair
Replies: 11
Views: 5002

Differential case collar repair

I went to start reassembling my axle for a test fit and realize I failed to measure one thing: the outer collar on the left half differential shell, which keeps the steel washer and thrust washer centered, is badly worn. It's cone shaped where the old babbitt washer was, at least 1/16 if not 1/8 und...
by ArthurB
Thu Jan 09, 2020 8:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Hyatt bearings stuffed with hair?
Replies: 13
Views: 5538

Re: Hyatt bearings stuffed with hair?

Felt axle seals-- that makes sense. This stuff looks like felt put in a blender. Thanks for solving the mystery. I use modern seals so I forgot there used to be felt in there.
by ArthurB
Thu Jan 09, 2020 4:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Hyatt bearings stuffed with hair?
Replies: 13
Views: 5538

Hyatt bearings stuffed with hair?

I've been sorting through a pile of Hyatt bearings to rebuild my axle. One of the bearings I chose with good looking/ within spec rollers is presenting an unusual problem. When I went to clean it I discovered the rollers are stuffed with hard old grease and some sort of coarse, short fiber. I've bee...
by ArthurB
Mon Dec 16, 2019 12:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Drive Shaft Bushing bore
Replies: 4
Views: 2231

Re: Drive Shaft Bushing bore

Thanks guys, that makes a lot of sense. I am using the modeltfordfix article (https://modeltfordfix.com/rebuilding-the-drive-shaft/) and the Glen Chaffin front and rear axle booklet as a reference. I just double checked but I don't see any mention in either source about aligning the groove for the g...
by ArthurB
Mon Dec 16, 2019 12:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Drive Shaft Bushing bore
Replies: 4
Views: 2231

Drive Shaft Bushing bore

I bought a new brass drive shaft bushing. It has a shallow groove machined in it that runs 90% of the length of the bore. What's the purpose of this groove?
by ArthurB
Sat Dec 14, 2019 6:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Snow-T
Replies: 4
Views: 2567

Snow-T

Thought you folks would enjoy this 1926 T with the snow track. This was displayed at WAAAM today. They recently got it running with a Ruxstell and are now waiting for some snow to see how it handles.
IMG_4566.jpg
by ArthurB
Sat Nov 09, 2019 4:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Installing a 1926 Radiator.
Replies: 11
Views: 4707

Re: Installing a 1926 Radiator.

Mike, I did this recently on my 1927. If you preload the bottom spring by putting flat stock or washers between the frame and the bottom of the stud, the job is much easier. Otherwise you may not have enough thread showing at the top to start tightening down the nut at the top.
by ArthurB
Sat Nov 09, 2019 4:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Vintage Cupholders?
Replies: 25
Views: 8453

Vintage Cupholders?

Now that my 1927-ish Roadster is operable I've taken to driving a mile or so down the Columbia River Highway every Saturday to get a bowl of soup and Thai tea at my favorite food cart. It's remarkably hard to get back uphill to my house without spilling the tea. I've thought about installing a cup h...
by ArthurB
Wed Oct 02, 2019 10:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Adjustable Drive Shaft Bearing Assembly choices
Replies: 10
Views: 4320

Re: Adjustable Drive Shaft Bearing Assembly choices

Thanks for sharing your experiences. I'll note that everyone is happy with the choice they made. I hope that means this is a relatively low-risk project. I'm eager to tear open the drive shaft and rear axle to see what I have, but I'm trying to squeeze in a few more nice drives before the rains star...
by ArthurB
Tue Oct 01, 2019 6:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Adjustable Drive Shaft Bearing Assembly choices
Replies: 10
Views: 4320

Adjustable Drive Shaft Bearing Assembly choices

I'm preparing to overhaul my drive shaft, with the expectation of installing an adjustable modern drive shaft bearing assembly unless everything is miraculously in spec. It looks like there might be a few different choices between the different vendors, or maybe they just have different pictures of ...
by ArthurB
Sat Sep 21, 2019 8:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Aluminum foil= Snipe hunt?
Replies: 6
Views: 3090

Aluminum foil= Snipe hunt?

I have a little bubbling around 3 of my spark plugs, so I figured I would give the "aluminum foil" trick a try as some here recommended. Easier said than done! How do you get the foil to stay in place as you screw in the plug? I cut a strip of heavy foil and wrapped clockwise. First, since the plug ...
by ArthurB
Sat Aug 17, 2019 8:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How many cups of grease does it take...
Replies: 32
Views: 8615

Re: How many cups of grease does it take...

I can verify Adam's comment about some of the grease working its way into the transmission. I pumped away at my zerk fitting, never seeing any grease come out of the U-joint cover. Next time I opened the transmission cover plate I found what I first thought was a dead mouse in the screen. It was a b...
by ArthurB
Sat Aug 17, 2019 7:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Headlamp alignment
Replies: 0
Views: 1103

Headlamp alignment

I'm getting ready to align my headlamps per the Ford Service manual, but before I make the up/down adjustment I notice the lenses on both lamps seem to be tilted top outward from the centerline by 5 degrees. In other words the lines in the glass lenses are 5 degrees off of vertical (in opposite dire...
by ArthurB
Tue Aug 06, 2019 5:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Windshield Hardware
Replies: 2
Views: 1564

Windshield Hardware

1927 Roadster, I'm replacing a chopped plastic windshield with a real glass two part one. I have reproduction stanchions and frames. I had safety glass cut to size, bedded it with bedding compound. So far, so good. I just want to be sure I'm using "best practices" with the hardware which allows/ pre...
by ArthurB
Wed Apr 03, 2019 8:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Historic Columbia River Highway Tour
Replies: 2
Views: 2165

Historic Columbia River Highway Tour

Hope this is the proper place to post this: You're all invited to drive your Model T's (or other pre-1949 vehicles) on the Historic Columbia River Highway this July 13th. It's a chance drive on this beautiful section of highway built in 1920-22 and largely unchanged. Much of it is closed to motor ve...
by ArthurB
Tue Apr 02, 2019 3:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Glass dimensions, 1926-27 Roadster?
Replies: 11
Views: 4875

Re: Glass dimensions, 1926-27 Roadster?

Good question. The top and the bottom line up perfectly with no stretching, so I don't think I would want to stretch the bottom to fit the glass or it won't match the top. The top is nice and square. I measured more carefully and it looks like the top glass channel measures 37 3/16", so I think the ...
by ArthurB
Tue Apr 02, 2019 1:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Glass dimensions, 1926-27 Roadster?
Replies: 11
Views: 4875

Re: Glass dimensions, 1926-27 Roadster?

I printed the drawing and used it to cut a half template. My windshield frame is a reproduction from Speedway Motors (says "Mr. Roadster" on the box). The quality looks very good to me, though I don't have an original to compare it with. The welds certainly look good. When I insert the template all ...
by ArthurB
Fri Mar 29, 2019 1:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Glass dimensions, 1926-27 Roadster?
Replies: 11
Views: 4875

Re: Glass dimensions, 1926-27 Roadster?

My windshield frame arrives this afternoon so I will hand check the numbers then print the curvy parts and see how well they fit the frame. Thanks!
by ArthurB
Fri Mar 29, 2019 12:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Champion X: Loose top?
Replies: 3
Views: 2708

Re: Champion X: Loose top?

Hmm, if the electrode is soldered to the cap I might be able to reflow the solder with my heat gun. I'll try it this weekend.
by ArthurB
Thu Mar 28, 2019 10:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Champion X: Loose top?
Replies: 3
Views: 2708

Champion X: Loose top?

I have some "vintage" Champion X (crimped brass top, long insulator) plugs and noticed on one the brass top rotates, but the electrode at the far end does not rotate with it. How is the electrode attached to the brass top and screw? Is this a problem? Is this fixable? Also, the copper crush washer i...
by ArthurB
Thu Mar 28, 2019 6:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Glass dimensions, 1926-27 Roadster?
Replies: 11
Views: 4875

Re: Glass dimensions, 1926-27 Roadster?

Mark, I think I can explain the vertical dimensions. It is discussed in second to last post at the old discussion thread linked above, but here is my "simplified" view of it: The drawing says at the middle of the windshield the vertical dimension is min 6 29/32, max 6 31/32. At the edges, measured a...
by ArthurB
Thu Mar 28, 2019 11:07 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Glass dimensions, 1926-27 Roadster?
Replies: 11
Views: 4875

Re: Glass dimensions, 1926-27 Roadster?

The part numbers and drawings come from the 1927 Ford Glass Price List (attached). I'm trusting it is accurate. My understanding is that where there are pairs of numbers, it represents the min/max spec for the overall assembly.
1927glass.pdf
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by ArthurB
Wed Mar 27, 2019 9:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Glass dimensions, 1926-27 Roadster?
Replies: 11
Views: 4875

Glass dimensions, 1926-27 Roadster?

Does anyone just happen to have an Autocad file or a scale template drawing file for the glass in a 1926-27 Roadster? I have the dimensioned drawing from an old thread ( http://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/29/46320.html?1201254336 ) but if someone's done the work to bring this into modern manufactu...
by ArthurB
Sat Mar 16, 2019 12:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Uh-oh: Oil change drama
Replies: 7
Views: 4402

Re: Uh-oh: Oil change drama

Good point on the magnetic plug. I have one, and this chunk was waiting at the drain without much sign that it's been grinding through the gears. I also have a magnet in the transmission screen. It found the tail of the zip tie I dropped while replacing the bands-- the little metal ratchet was enoug...
by ArthurB
Fri Mar 15, 2019 9:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Uh-oh: Oil change drama
Replies: 7
Views: 4402

Re: Uh-oh: Oil change drama

Good news, Erik gets the prize. He was correct identifying my chunk of steel as part of the starter mechanism. It has been reunited with two other pieces of the original single part. I'm not 100% sure I have all the pieces, so I will poke around a bit more. But it looks like I have a relatively simp...
by ArthurB
Thu Mar 14, 2019 9:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Uh-oh: Oil change drama
Replies: 7
Views: 4402

Uh-oh: Oil change drama

I drained my oil this evening and this part came out with the old oil. Had to wiggle it to get it through the hole. I've had a brass rivet and some small pieces of metal come out with the oil before but never seen anything like this. It looks like hardened steel, maybe a bushing? Bearing race? It's ...
by ArthurB
Wed Mar 13, 2019 1:42 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Anyone from Oregon headed to Bakersfield swap?
Replies: 0
Views: 1314

Anyone from Oregon headed to Bakersfield swap?

I'm looking to get a runabout top from Bakersfield swap up to Oregon, preferably Portland area. I'm happy to pay a fair gas/shipping fee for your trouble. Please PM me if you can help out. Thanks!
by ArthurB
Fri Mar 08, 2019 2:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Terminal Block tightening?
Replies: 14
Views: 6793

Re: Terminal Block tightening?

I stopped by WAAAM yesterday to check on a '26 Touring they were restoring. This one took Kim's "toothpick" fix to the extreme: the entire terminal block was made from a chunk of wood. Not clear if this was a period repair or more recent, but they get some points for creativity.
by ArthurB
Tue Mar 05, 2019 6:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Steering Stabilizers
Replies: 40
Views: 12545

Re: Steering Stabilizers

Where are "Mythbusters" when you need them? I'm not nearly as confident in the sheer strength of a hickory spoke as you are, Scott! I'll buy a spare or two when I redo my rear wheels this summer and see if I can rig up a test.
by ArthurB
Tue Mar 05, 2019 6:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1927 Roadster Windshield Advice
Replies: 4
Views: 2868

1927 Roadster Windshield Advice

I've been trying unsuccessfully to find a windshield frame for my 1927 Roadster. I posted a WTB on the forum but no luck. So... do any of you have experience with reproduction frames, like the ones Speedway Motors sells? Is there anything I need to watch out for, or is it a pretty vanilla reproducti...
by ArthurB
Tue Mar 05, 2019 5:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Steering Stabilizers
Replies: 40
Views: 12545

Re: Steering Stabilizers

Thanks for all the replies. I feel much better knowing all the time I spent last summer replacing everything that was worn in the front end was worth it. But you guys forgot one element of front end handling which I discovered driving on a very hot dry day. I knew all the bushings were fresh and eve...
by ArthurB
Sun Mar 03, 2019 2:22 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: WTB: 1926-27 Windshield Frame (Roadster)
Replies: 1
Views: 1683

WTB: 1926-27 Windshield Frame (Roadster)

I need a windshield frame for my 1927 Roadster, original or reproduction. I have the stanchions already. Anyone have a set rusting in the corner of the garage, with or without glasss? PM me. Thanks!
by ArthurB
Thu Feb 28, 2019 2:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Terminal Block tightening?
Replies: 14
Views: 6793

Re: Terminal Block tightening?

Thanks guys, I think the Langs and Snyders catalogs sent me a bit astray here. Both of them indicate the "original style" terminal block is for show cars, which sure isn't me, so I didn't read any further. If I'm reading it correctly the "original style" terminal blocks are much harder rubber, and w...
by ArthurB
Wed Feb 27, 2019 7:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Wire Chafing
Replies: 14
Views: 5526

Re: Wire Chafing

Keith, the receipt was still in my car. The NAPA part # is 630-1067, and it is described as "Grommet (130)" It cost $4.29. My recollection is it took a little effort to install since it was a hard rubber/plastic material and it was a hair oversized for the hole, but it went in and it's not coming ou...
by ArthurB
Wed Feb 27, 2019 6:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Terminal Block tightening?
Replies: 14
Views: 6793

Terminal Block tightening?

As an EE I couldn't tolerate the messy wiring of my 1927 Roadster so I yanked everything, installed a terminal block (and fuse) at the firewall and then rewired all with proper wires. The only part which I'm not satisfied with is the terminal block itself. I bought it from Langs, it has 6 positions ...
by ArthurB
Wed Feb 27, 2019 6:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Wire Chafing
Replies: 14
Views: 5526

Re: Wire Chafing

Just redid my wiring. My 1927 firewall had a shoulder as Allan described, but I got a nice grommet at NAPA which was just big enough to let the wire loom through, and it was "thick" enough to allow for the shoulder in the firewall. Funny thing is the grommet package said it was for Ford cars.
by ArthurB
Wed Feb 27, 2019 6:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Steering Stabilizers
Replies: 40
Views: 12545

Re: Steering Stabilizers

Thanks for all the advice. I wasn't aware of the 5:1 "improved" steering. I'll have to check that I have the right gears in place. I know it's a 1926-27 steering column but never thought to verify the gearing. I think I have everything else properly adjusted and to spec, but it's probably a good ide...
by ArthurB
Tue Feb 26, 2019 10:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Steering Stabilizers
Replies: 40
Views: 12545

Steering Stabilizers

I know this is a touchy subject, but I am new to T's and need to understand. I have a 1927 Roadster. I've entirely rebuilt the front end, so steering is "to spec" with fresh bushings, kingpins, spindles etc. Steering seems tight, though I've never driven another Model T. One thing I've learned drivi...
by ArthurB
Tue Feb 12, 2019 8:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Order of assembly front sheet metal 26/27
Replies: 7
Views: 3709

Re: Order of assembly front sheet metal 26/27

I just completed this assembly on my 1927 Roadster using the VowellArt diagram. It helped to precompress the bottom springs on the radiator studs by placing washers underneath the lower end of the mounting stud. 3 or 4 washers did the trick for me, though it takes some effort to get them in there. T...
by ArthurB
Mon Feb 11, 2019 5:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 26/27 brake light wire color?
Replies: 16
Views: 6228

Re: 26/27 brake light wire color?

I must be missing something. Is there a brake light in that diagram? I just see the tail marker light.
by ArthurB
Mon Feb 11, 2019 4:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: OT: Unintentionaly altered history
Replies: 28
Views: 9548

Re: OT: Unintentionaly altered history

I curate the photo collection at our local history museum, and I'm constantly checking with the experts at our local auto/aircraft museum (WAAAM) to validate photo dates by automobile model year. Our DOT also was nice enough to change plate layout every decade, and if I'm lucky I can read the year o...
by ArthurB
Mon Feb 11, 2019 3:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 26/27 brake light wire color?
Replies: 16
Views: 6228

26/27 brake light wire color?

Is there any commonly used color for wiring a 26/27 brake light? I'm using black for the tail lights. I know it doesn't matter but as long as I'm ordering wire I might as well get the "right" color, if there is one. While we're at it, can someone clarify for me what lights were standard or available...
by ArthurB
Sat Feb 09, 2019 10:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Sagging Steering Column
Replies: 16
Views: 6653

Re: Sagging Steering Column

Thanks guys, I loosened everything as Scott suggested. The holes in the firewall "patch" seem to leave enough play that I could get the dashboard bracket on with a little lifting of the steering column, which repositioned the square steering column flange a hair but still left the bolts lined up. No...
by ArthurB
Fri Feb 08, 2019 10:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Sagging Steering Column
Replies: 16
Views: 6653

Re: Sagging Steering Column

Thanks for the pictures and ideas. I checked the casting number for the lower bracket. I would have said it was "T-982C" but since that isn't an option I think it is the correct T-932C. The steering column is the correct square bracket one, but I'm not so sure about the firewall mount and bracket. I...
by ArthurB
Thu Feb 07, 2019 4:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Sagging Steering Column
Replies: 16
Views: 6653

Re: Sagging Steering Column

I'll inspect the flange for bends.

I'm not familiar with the rubber pad between the dash and the column. Can someone tell me how thick it should be? Does it go all the way around the column or just on the top?
by ArthurB
Thu Feb 07, 2019 1:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Sagging Steering Column
Replies: 16
Views: 6653

Sagging Steering Column

I have a 1927 Roadster Pickup. It had a messed up incorrect dashboard which I replaced with a proper 1926-27 dashboard. Everything fits perfectly except the steering column seems about 1/2" to 1" too low where the dashboard clamp would attach. I would need to pull up on it pretty hard to attach the ...
by ArthurB
Sun Jan 13, 2019 9:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Hand Crank spring #2
Replies: 5
Views: 3118

Re: Hand Crank spring #2

Hmm-- my handle rattles and I can see a small piece of metal in there that might have been an old spring. Does the spindle for the handle unscrew from the crank to let me replace the spring? It doesn't look like it does, but there's a bit of paint ("patina") in the way.
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by ArthurB
Sun Jan 13, 2019 9:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Hand Crank spring #2
Replies: 5
Views: 3118

Hand Crank spring #2

I bought a hand crank rebuild kit which includes a new bushing, pin, and two springs. I installed one spring with the end in the small hole near the crank bend so it keeps the crank from engaging accidentally. But what do I do with the other one? It is about an inch long and the diameter is too smal...
by ArthurB
Sun Jan 13, 2019 6:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How to tell when it is time to change transmission bands?
Replies: 34
Views: 12111

Re: How to tell when it is time to change transmission bands?

Ignacio, I was in a similar position last summer, wondering when I would need new bands, until one day I couldn't make it up my driveway. Once the bands are thin they can shred easily. Fortunately I could back up the driveway to get to my garage. I decided to take the hogshead off since I was using ...