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- Tue Jan 19, 2021 5:06 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Cockpit Choke for Stromberg OF?
- Replies: 19
- Views: 706
Re: Cockpit Choke for Stromberg OF?
On all the OF's I've done I hook a small spring (1/8" dia and 2" long) from the bottom of the carb to the upper choke arm so it holds the choke open. Now all you need is a wire connected from the original bell crank down to the lower choke arm and use the original rod. On the later T's just connect ...
- Sat Jan 02, 2021 8:48 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Ring gear attachment
- Replies: 6
- Views: 360
Re: Ring gear attachment
Good idea Dennis; I'm surprised it doesn't interfere with the starter drive. Sure looks like a great "oil pump".
- Sat Jan 02, 2021 4:18 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Ring gear attachment
- Replies: 6
- Views: 360
Ring gear attachment
I'm in the process of removing the magnets from a T flywheel and want to use the spools as oil slingers and as well, I need something to hold the ring gear to the flwheel. The brass bolts are 14-24, and I'm thinking of stacking two spools together (two high) 90 deg apart on the flywheel. Are the ori...
- Sun Dec 20, 2020 11:36 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: 13T - Starting issues and mixture adjustments
- Replies: 29
- Views: 1124
Re: 13T - Starting issues and mixture adjustments
Am I seeing the remains of paint on the inside of the cast iron and top of the inside of the bowl? Painting these parts is a no-no as dissolved paint plugs some passages. I would also suggest that you check the actual fuel level in the bowl while you have it off the car (1/4" clear tygon tube attach...
- Thu Dec 10, 2020 2:22 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Did Henry Ford ever own a Model T?
- Replies: 23
- Views: 1537
Re: Did Henry Ford ever own a Model T?
I had an original un-molested "barn find" '21 Coupe and there was no package tray behind the seat. I wonder if Henry had the seat moved forward and a tray installed?
- Mon Dec 07, 2020 3:52 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: FS-My entire inventory of T&A parts ,tools, accessories
- Replies: 2
- Views: 997
- Wed Dec 02, 2020 7:30 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Restored T coils
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1049
Re: Restored T coils
All the sets of 5 coils are sold. Thanks MTFCA.
- Tue Dec 01, 2020 2:53 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Restored T coils
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1049
Re: Restored T coils
Still have one set left.
- Sun Nov 15, 2020 3:49 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Driveshaft thrust bearing question
- Replies: 6
- Views: 382
Re: Driveshaft thrust bearing question
Thanks Dan. That's what I needed to hear. Confirmation either way works. Bruce
- Sun Nov 15, 2020 11:43 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Driveshaft thrust bearing question
- Replies: 6
- Views: 382
Re: Driveshaft thrust bearing question
Thanks Larry; I already have the early housing and early spool but want to use the late thrust bearing (three piece) instead of the 15 ball race,retainer, and distance plate. I don't have any of the early thrust bearing pieces but do have a perfect later thrust bearing assembly and sleeve already mo...
- Sat Nov 14, 2020 11:18 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Driveshaft thrust bearing question
- Replies: 6
- Views: 382
Driveshaft thrust bearing question
I'm trying to assemble an early Ruckstell (closed spool) but have a perfect later driveshaft with a perfect sleeve and the three piece thrust bearing set-up. Can I use these later thrust bearing parts with the closed spool? I also have both styles of driveshaft housings , one with a flat flange and ...
- Fri Nov 06, 2020 4:09 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: F-S Texas T Parts Distributor Sold pending payment
- Replies: 3
- Views: 246
Re: F-S Texas T Parts Distributor
Email sent
- Thu Nov 05, 2020 8:14 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Interesting life long collection pictures
- Replies: 8
- Views: 852
Re: Interesting life long collection pictures
Email sent.
- Sun Nov 01, 2020 4:28 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Restored T coils
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1049
Re: Restored T coils
One set sold (thanks Bob) and still have two sets left.
- Sat Oct 31, 2020 5:46 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Restored T coils
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1049
Restored T coils
I have three sets of 5 coils each (four plus one spare). All have nice wood and are clear coated. All have new contacts and are set up to provide a strong blue 1/2" continuous spark while drawing 1.75 amps with my AC tester. Asking $235.00 including shipping for a set of five coils.
- Wed Oct 21, 2020 11:04 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: WTB Zenith model B carb
- Replies: 4
- Views: 266
Re: WTB Zenith model B carb
Pics sent via PM. Bruce
- Tue Oct 20, 2020 9:19 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: WTB Zenith model B carb
- Replies: 4
- Views: 266
Re: WTB Zenith model B carb
Tom ; Check out my post on Aug 21for the B carb. It's on page 8. Bruce
- Sun Oct 18, 2020 10:54 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: U&J Carburetors
- Replies: 1
- Views: 377
Re: U&J Carburetors
The one with the black steel bowl is spoken for , but the brass bowl one is still available and I'll drop the price to $795.00 including shipping.
- Sun Oct 18, 2020 10:49 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Model t as a daily in the early 40s?
- Replies: 50
- Views: 1922
Re: Model t as a daily in the early 40s?
Here is my '21 Coupe that was put away in 1949-50 and stayed untouched for 65 years. Obviously it was a teenagers "school" car in the late 40s from the graffiti on the doors and rear deck. Most noticeable is the "Hydramatic Drive" under the back window,so it was on the road after '46 and a friend re...
- Sat Oct 17, 2020 9:32 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Atwater Kent Distributor
- Replies: 3
- Views: 306
Re: Atwater Kent Distributor
Hey Hank; Actually this thing is way more complicated and precise than a T timer. lol. Lots of the mechanisms designed and built over 100 years ago display amazing engineering and manufacturing practices and constructed with equipment run by jack-shafts and belts.
- Sat Oct 17, 2020 6:45 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Atwater Kent Distributor
- Replies: 3
- Views: 306
Atwater Kent Distributor
Nice Atwater-Kent K-2 distributor with rotor and two caps. No perceptible wear in bushings and turns free and very smooth. Asking $200.00 including shipping.
- Sat Oct 17, 2020 6:36 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Group of eight aftermarker T Timers
- Replies: 0
- Views: 324
Group of eight aftermarker T Timers
Eight old unique aftermarket Model T timers, some basic and some really complicated. Included are a Duntley, a Fryac, a Herz, two Bells, A GMC ( looks NOS), an Apco with the rotor, and a Turner with the cable. Asking $175.00 including shipping for the collection.
- Tue Oct 13, 2020 2:27 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Used Texas T Distributor with installation kit SOLD
- Replies: 6
- Views: 511
Re: Used Texas T Distributor with installation kit
Hi Richard, Still anxious to see pictures via a PM. Bruce
- Tue Oct 13, 2020 12:19 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Used Texas T Distributor with installation kit SOLD
- Replies: 6
- Views: 511
Re: Used Texas T Distributor with installation kit
PM sent just now. Bruce
- Mon Oct 12, 2020 12:07 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Wheeler-Schebler Carburetor
- Replies: 1
- Views: 236
Re: Wheeler-Schebler Carburetor
Price drop to $545.00 including shipping.
- Sat Oct 10, 2020 10:13 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Wheeler-Schebler Carburetor
- Replies: 1
- Views: 236
Wheeler-Schebler Carburetor
Restored, tested, and guaranteed Wheeler-Schebler Carb for the Model T Ford. Model A, FAX8 designed as an upgrade, and it sure is. These carbs are equally as good for idle and performance, and probably better in some ways than the Stromberg OF, although not nearly as plentiful. This one comes with t...
- Sat Oct 10, 2020 5:24 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: U&J Carburetors
- Replies: 1
- Views: 377
U&J Carburetors
I have two rebuilt, tested, and guaranteed U&J carb/intake set-ups. One has a Holley G brass bowl and the other has a Holley G steel bowl. Both carbs were machined to accept the Holley bowls properly. Notice that the one with the black bowl has a longer throttle shaft allowing the throttle arm to fi...
- Wed Oct 07, 2020 12:23 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Carburetor jet needed for Wheeler Schebler
- Replies: 7
- Views: 398
Re: Carburetor jet needed for Wheeler Schebler
Thanks Mark. I have one from another W-S carb that I'm using for a pattern for a local machinist to duplicate.
- Mon Oct 05, 2020 8:10 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Hershey With Drawls
- Replies: 6
- Views: 835
Re: Hershey With Drawls
I hear Ya Joe. Haven't missed Hershey in over 30 years and it feels like quitting smoking all over again. Hard to believe the mess we're in these days. I've spent the last few days just thinking of what I was doing exactly one year ago. Sure going to miss the fun, finds and friends.
- Mon Oct 05, 2020 3:58 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Good news to offset bad times
- Replies: 2
- Views: 402
Good news to offset bad times
With all the crappy stuff going on in the world these days, here is a refreshing story that needs to be told. About a month ago I purchased a Wheeler-Schebler carb from Mike Leonard on the Classified site. The carb had been sitting on a shelf for years and Mike packaged and sent it to me. I received...
- Fri Oct 02, 2020 3:45 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Carburetor jet needed for Wheeler Schebler
- Replies: 7
- Views: 398
Re: Carburetor jet needed for Wheeler Schebler
Hey Mark : Yes, the one in the pic is from another W-S I've already done up. I can't make one but Scott has offered to do one if I can't find one here. Cheers : Bruce
- Fri Oct 02, 2020 11:52 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Carburetor jet needed for Wheeler Schebler
- Replies: 7
- Views: 398
Re: Carburetor jet needed for Wheeler Schebler
Thanks Hank.
- Fri Oct 02, 2020 11:36 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Carburetor jet needed for Wheeler Schebler
- Replies: 7
- Views: 398
Carburetor jet needed for Wheeler Schebler
I would like to buy a main jet for a Wheeler Schebler FAX8 carb as pictured. Thanks : Bruce
- Thu Sep 24, 2020 2:03 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: starting an engine on a stand
- Replies: 19
- Views: 1356
Re: starting an engine on a stand
It will run just fine in high gear so don't worry about neutral. I would however consider using an old radiator (even a leaky one) as trying to feed water into the top outlet is going to be messy and create timer issues. I would also put some sort of cobbled up exhaust on it to get any flames away f...
- Mon Sep 21, 2020 1:27 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: The wheeler-schebler carburetor co.inc. sold
- Replies: 1
- Views: 245
Re: The wheeler-schebler carburetor co.inc.
Hi Mike : I'll take he carb; How do you want payment? Bruce
- Mon Sep 21, 2020 1:23 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Aluminum updraft intake. Sold
- Replies: 4
- Views: 454
Re: Aluminum updraft intake
Hi Mike : I'll take it if it's still available. Bruce
- Mon Sep 14, 2020 1:39 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Best Gasket for a Z Head?
- Replies: 7
- Views: 688
Re: Best Gasket for a Z Head?
I had a very similar problem with blowing head gaskets with a Z head. There is really not much material between the cylinders in a few places and even less material in the casting of the Z head in the same places ( less that 3/32"), and that's where the gasket lets go. After replacing three head gas...
- Sun Sep 13, 2020 10:30 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Best Gasket for a Z Head?
- Replies: 7
- Views: 688
Re: Best Gasket for a Z Head?
I'm really wondering about the 100 psi expected with a Z head. I would expect more like 60-65 even on a fresh motor with the test being done at starter cranking speed on a warm motor with the throttle wide open and no extra oil added to the cylinder. Or.....(Maybe I need a new compression gauge).
- Fri Sep 11, 2020 7:31 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: NOS Simmons/Wizzard straight through carb
- Replies: 6
- Views: 948
Re: NOS Simmons/Wizzard straight through carb
The carb has been sold. Thanks MFTCA
- Tue Sep 08, 2020 10:45 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: NOS Simmons/Wizzard straight through carb
- Replies: 6
- Views: 948
Re: NOS Simmons/Wizzard straight through carb
That's what I'm thinking too Michael. It's virtually new on the inside but looks really old on the outside. They are just as good as a Holley straight through but somehow not as popular. I think maybe a lot were sold as "restored" missing the necessary flapper that is so necessary for proper operati...
- Tue Sep 08, 2020 9:58 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: NH Striaght through Carb
- Replies: 2
- Views: 469
Re: NH Striaght through Carb
NH Straight through is on it's way to Mark. Thanks MFTCA
- Tue Sep 08, 2020 7:51 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: NOS Simmons/Wizzard straight through carb
- Replies: 6
- Views: 948
Re: NOS Simmons/Wizzard straight through carb
New price; $220.00 as is or $250.00 "restored" (no more decals or original patina) and including shipping.
- Tue Sep 08, 2020 5:02 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: NH Striaght through Carb
- Replies: 2
- Views: 469
NH Striaght through Carb
NH Straight through carburetor. Rebuilt, tested, and guaranteed. This one has a new viton needle valve, pressure tested original float, cleaned internal passages, new choke spring, zero wear on the throttle shaft/bore, and is the later version with the steel throttle arm. Asking $295.00 (check) or $...
- Sun Sep 06, 2020 5:52 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: NOS Simmons/Wizzard straight through carb
- Replies: 6
- Views: 948
Re: NOS Simmons/Wizzard straight through carb
Yes, I think they run every bit as strong as a Holley straight through and idle better.
- Sat Sep 05, 2020 6:02 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: NOS Simmons/Wizzard straight through carb
- Replies: 6
- Views: 948
NOS Simmons/Wizzard straight through carb
I have a Simmons/Wizzard carb that I truly believe is NOS. There are no signs of it ever being installed on a manifold and absolutely no wear on all the spots that are prone to wear (mixture adjustment, throttle linkage hole, throttle shaft/bore, weak or broken choke spring, etc) and no evidence of ...
- Wed Sep 02, 2020 3:03 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: STROMBERG RF CARB
- Replies: 3
- Views: 483
Re: STROMBERG RF CARB
Thanks for posting this Stan. Can you imagine trying to get the idle jet out of this one? I'm guessing the chances are zero. These are excellent T carbs, possibly better than the OF but nearly impossible to find with a removable idle jet. Luckily I found a NOS one at Stowe 2 years ago with most of t...
- Thu Aug 27, 2020 11:23 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: CARBURETOR CLEANER FUEL ADDITIVE
- Replies: 8
- Views: 810
Re: CARBURETOR CLEANER FUEL ADDITIVE
I'm wondering why anyone would want to try a chemical cleaning trick on a Model T carb. Assuming it's an NH there are only a few sources of problems, none of which can be properly repaired with "carb cleaner" . Possible problems in order of probability include: leaking needle/seat, improperly adjust...
- Sat Aug 22, 2020 9:47 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Rebuilt NH straight through carb
- Replies: 1
- Views: 566
Re: Rebuilt NH straight through carb
The carb is sold and on it's way to California. Thanks MFTCA
- Fri Aug 21, 2020 8:22 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Very nice Model B carb
- Replies: 1
- Views: 703
Very nice Model B carb
Nice Model B Carb. Looks to have been recently rebuilt and is like new inside. Minor wear on the throttle shaft but still quite useable. Asking $175.00 including shipping.
- Fri Aug 21, 2020 7:56 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Rebuilt NH straight through carb
- Replies: 1
- Views: 566
Rebuilt NH straight through carb
Rebuilt and tested HN straight through carb. The early one with the brass throttle arm. Asking $295.00 including shipping. Also have several rebuilt and tested HN sway backs for all years, asking $175.00 including shipping
- Wed Aug 19, 2020 10:25 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Ad-on brakes
- Replies: 38
- Views: 1794
Re: Ad-on brakes
Norm makes some good points, and is certainly entitled to his opinion like all others on this great site. I see it a little different however starting right from the reason for your initial post. The original brakes will in fact stop the car, especially back in the 1920's, and even today if you're r...
- Wed Aug 19, 2020 5:38 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Ad-on brakes
- Replies: 38
- Views: 1794
Re: Ad-on brakes
Sorry, can't send pics through the forum email. There are lots of pics on the July 08 posting. Right now it's on page 5.
- Wed Aug 19, 2020 5:28 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Ad-on brakes
- Replies: 38
- Views: 1794
Re: Ad-on brakes
Yes, I used a second cross shaft with the handle removed. I'll email you some pics.
- Tue Aug 18, 2020 11:21 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Ad-on brakes
- Replies: 38
- Views: 1794
Re: Ad-on brakes
Jonah: The posting was on July 08,2020. Bruce
- Tue Aug 18, 2020 9:41 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Ad-on brakes
- Replies: 38
- Views: 1794
Re: Ad-on brakes
I modified the original braking system to have the emergency brake function also as a service brake and they work very well. Read my post about 6-7 weeks ago on this forum. I am amazed at how well they work, and I still have the original transmission and emergency brake.
- Fri Aug 14, 2020 11:20 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Crankshaft pulley pin loose in crank
- Replies: 12
- Views: 1044
Re: Crankshaft pulley pin loose in crank
Yes, the hand crank still works fine.
- Fri Aug 14, 2020 8:37 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Crankshaft pulley pin loose in crank
- Replies: 12
- Views: 1044
Re: Crankshaft pulley pin loose in crank
Thanks; The pin had to be lightly hammered into the pulley/crank and I'm pretty confident it will be fine. Thanks again : Bruce
- Thu Aug 13, 2020 11:31 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Crankshaft pulley pin loose in crank
- Replies: 12
- Views: 1044
Re: Crankshaft pulley pin loose in crank
I rechecked the hole in the crank and it was worn like a funnel on both outside sides of the crank but almost no wear in the middle. The smallest drill that would create a proper hole all the way through was a 0.084" so I made a new pin from a bolt turned down to 0.083" and drilled the crank and the...
- Wed Aug 12, 2020 9:40 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Crankshaft pulley pin loose in crank
- Replies: 12
- Views: 1044
Crankshaft pulley pin loose in crank
The pulley pin on my '26 is sloppy in the crank hole. The pin is not worn (0.375"). Is it safe, or even possible to drill out the hole in the crank and the pulley to the next standard bolt size ( 0.391), or is there another fix. The hole in the crank is already 0.386". Obviously I'm concerned about ...
- Thu Aug 06, 2020 11:38 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Russ Potter Carb
- Replies: 4
- Views: 897
Re: Russ Potter Carb
Glad to hear that Russ is still doing carbs. A truly great guy that does awesome work. Going to miss seeing him and Red at Hershey this year.
- Mon Aug 03, 2020 12:36 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: OF carb question
- Replies: 2
- Views: 386
Re: OF carb question
Hi Dan : The earlier version had the fuel inlet at the top with a "filter" going down the inside. The later versions had the fuel inlet near the bottom. Both work equally well. Are they for sale? I'd be interested. Bruce
- Mon Aug 03, 2020 11:49 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: NOVICE QUESTION
- Replies: 18
- Views: 1620
Re: NOVICE QUESTION
More thoughts: I've been messin' with old cars for over 50 years and by far the most common mistake I see a lot of guys make is overcarburetion. You see it from Model Ts to modern V-8's. Back in the day it was quite common to see three holley 94's or Stromberg 97's on a 239 cu.in. flathead that was ...
- Mon Aug 03, 2020 11:24 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: NOVICE QUESTION
- Replies: 18
- Views: 1620
Re: NOVICE QUESTION
I agree: With a stock engine a high volume intake is almost a step in the wrong direction with built in restrictions at both ends of the intake. If you go to bigger valves, an aftermarket carb capable of flowing more CFM, and a better exhaust system the HV intake would help. As Hank just said, the s...
- Sun Aug 02, 2020 1:33 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Wheeler Schebler carburetor FAX8 questions
- Replies: 1
- Views: 329
Wheeler Schebler carburetor FAX8 questions
Does anyone have an opinion comparing these Wheeler-Schebler carbs to a Stromberg OF carb. as to power , idle , economy, availability etc. ? Thanks in advance: Bruce
- Sat Aug 01, 2020 11:23 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Carb issues
- Replies: 6
- Views: 933
Re: Carb issues
I still think that your timing is too far advanced and what you are experiencing is pretty much to be expected. A vacuum leak should have little effect on an unloaded engine decelerating, and for sure not enough to be able to feel it from the driver's seat. Surging at cruising speed will occur from ...
- Fri Jul 31, 2020 8:14 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: 3 to 1 gears
- Replies: 4
- Views: 797
Re: 3 to 1 gears
Tom : Just in case you're interested, here are some pics of my 13-39 gears. The pinion I believe is NOS and the crown is near perfect with no noticeable wear spots.
- Fri Jul 31, 2020 5:20 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: 3 to 1 gears
- Replies: 4
- Views: 797
Re: 3 to 1 gears
Hi Tim; I have a very nice 3:1 set, not NOS but close. Asking $300.00 including shipping. Can send pics if you're interested
- Fri Jul 31, 2020 4:12 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: exhaust manifold replacement
- Replies: 21
- Views: 2103
Re: exhaust manifold replacement
Change or re-gap your plugs to 0.025" and re-check your coil box for carbon tracking.
- Tue Jul 28, 2020 10:30 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Intake Manifold Leak
- Replies: 2
- Views: 501
Re: Intake Manifold Leak
If it "starts well cold" then it's probably not a manifold leak (which would give a lean mix). I suspect that the needle valve in the carb is leaking a little or the float is set too high causing a rich mixture, or the mixture adjustment is too far open.
- Tue Jul 28, 2020 2:51 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Sticking valves?
- Replies: 11
- Views: 1190
Re: Sticking valves?
Richard: I'm getting mixed signals. You say it's a "rebuilt" engine while suggesting changing the rings, talking about bent rods and as well as pistons hitting the head so I'm confused. If you have correctly checked the plugs, timer, timer wires, coils, coil box, carburetor and possible leaks at the...
- Mon Jul 27, 2020 1:13 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Sticking valves?
- Replies: 11
- Views: 1190
Re: Sticking valves?
A sticking valve may not show up at cranking speed as it has lots of time to get closed. Having said that, if the engine runs strong at higher RPM, valve sticking is probably not the problem. A rough idle (especially on a fresh rebuild) is more likely fuel mixture, or one or two valves set a bit too...
- Sun Jul 26, 2020 11:21 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Stromberg OF
- Replies: 1
- Views: 655
Re: Stromberg OF
Thanks to the MFTCA site the Stromberg OF is sold.
- Sun Jul 26, 2020 9:06 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: exhaust manifold replacement
- Replies: 21
- Views: 2103
Re: exhaust manifold replacement
Graham : A backfire is actually the explosion of accumulated unburned fuel anywhere from inside the cylinder itself, the exhaust manifold, or farther down the exhaust system. Unburned fuel happens when the fuel in the cylinder is not ignited and accumulates till a spark occurs or the heat of the exh...
- Sat Jul 25, 2020 9:28 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Rebuilt Holley NH straight through carbs
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1004
Re: Rebuilt Holley NH straight through carbs
Thanks to the MTFCA site looks like both carbs are sold. I still have three rebuilt tested and guaranteed Simmons straight throughs, and two U&J st-ups.
- Sat Jul 25, 2020 5:31 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Rebuilt Holley NH straight through carbs
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1004
Re: Rebuilt Holley NH straight through carbs
OK Brian, any preference?
- Sat Jul 25, 2020 11:29 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Rebuilt Holley NH straight through carbs
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1004
Rebuilt Holley NH straight through carbs
I have two rebuilt, tested and guaranteed Holley straight through carbs. The one with the brass vent is a bit earlier than the one with the "modern" brass tag over the vent hole. Both have the brass throttle arms but the earlier one has a cast choke arm. Asking $295.00 for either one or $550.00 for ...
- Sat Jul 25, 2020 11:18 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Stromberg OF
- Replies: 1
- Views: 655
Stromberg OF
Rebuilt, tested, and guaranteed Stromberg OF carb with script intake and original Stromberg heat stove. Probably the smoothest OF the 40 or so I've had. Has unique float cover that I've never seen before with the regular data but not embossed. Also has a viton needle (steel available if you prefer),...
- Sun Jul 19, 2020 2:24 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Please critique my 1916 Touring
- Replies: 18
- Views: 1549
Re: Please critique my 1916 Touring
That's great Jeff. Beautiful car. Enjoy.
- Sun Jul 19, 2020 1:05 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Please critique my 1916 Touring
- Replies: 18
- Views: 1549
Re: Please critique my 1916 Touring
Wow, what a beautiful car. The only thing I can see looking specifically at the two front wheel photos, and it may be the camera angle or my 78 year old eyes, is the lack of caster. If you are driving this car at speeds above 15 MPH, then all is well, if not there is a chance that the axle is in bac...
- Thu Jul 16, 2020 12:38 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: I CAN HONESTLY SAY...,
- Replies: 12
- Views: 1337
Re: I CAN HONESTLY SAY...,
Couldn't agree more Hank; People of all ages, different walks of life, varied amounts of experience and knowledge, and all focused on a common goal. The best site ever.
- Mon Jul 13, 2020 9:31 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Emergency brakes converted to service brakes
- Replies: 21
- Views: 2467
Re: Emergency brakes converted to service brakes
Yes John, I couldn't be happier with my modified brakes, and everything still looks stock unless one wants to crawl under the car. I was forced to use the hand brake a few times with other T's I had and am not crazy about using one hand to brake with and the other one to steer especially in a panic ...
- Fri Jul 10, 2020 10:10 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: T rad baffle
- Replies: 2
- Views: 551
T rad baffle
The brass baffle in my "26 T rad had come loose and was rattling around in the tank. With the rad removed and with some difficulty I was able the cut into smaller pieces and remove the pieces through the top hose hole. Solder and I don't get along too well so removing parts of the top tank was not g...
- Thu Jul 09, 2020 1:24 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Emergency brakes converted to service brakes
- Replies: 21
- Views: 2467
Re: Emergency brakes converted to service brakes
Thanks John. I drive my T's a lot and am constantly worried about getting stopped in time, especially in traffic. Although the original brakes running in oil are just barely adequate, the main concern with them is the chance of losing all braking if something lets go in the drivetrain (pinion key, c...
- Thu Jul 09, 2020 10:33 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Emergency brakes converted to service brakes
- Replies: 21
- Views: 2467
Re: Emergency brakes converted to service brakes
You're right Jim. I saw that and knew it before I screwed up in my text. The wheel cylinders might temporarily slow down the destruction if the main anchor failed. Thanks : Bruce
- Thu Jul 09, 2020 10:06 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Emergency brakes converted to service brakes
- Replies: 21
- Views: 2467
Re: Emergency brakes converted to service brakes
Walter, thanks for your concern, but these brakes are intended to be in addition to the standard "service" brake in the transmission and not to be the "only" braking system. I would agree that the pre-1926 small pin brake cam and actual cam thickness might give one second thoughts but this is a 1926...
- Wed Jul 08, 2020 10:33 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Emergency brakes converted to service brakes
- Replies: 21
- Views: 2467
Re: Emergency brakes converted to service brakes
OK guys , here are some pictures. I'm extremely happy with this set-up and the cost was minimal. I do have a hoist that enables me to lift the rear wheels and it was sure beneficial when making adjustments....and I made lots to get he action just right.The "new" service brake hits just before the tr...
- Wed Jul 08, 2020 1:22 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Emergency brakes converted to service brakes
- Replies: 21
- Views: 2467
Emergency brakes converted to service brakes
I have just converted the emergency brakes on my '26 roadster to works as service brakes as well. I modified an old stock T cross shaft mounted about 6" behind the regular cross shaft with an adjustable link to the brake pedal and two arms to connect to the "new" service brakes. I removed the origin...
- Mon Jul 06, 2020 9:54 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: ECCO Carburetor
- Replies: 4
- Views: 827
Re: ECCO Carburetor
Wow, Thanks Dan : I'm now tempted to try it wondering how it will perform compared to the many different carbs I've rebuilt and tested. The info doesn't mention "performance" so I'm not expecting U&J similarities. I see that you're in North central Florida, we had a spot in Zephyrhills for over 20 y...
- Mon Jul 06, 2020 1:46 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: ECCO Carburetor
- Replies: 4
- Views: 827
Re: ECCO Carburetor
Yes Rich, I saw that post but nobody commented. I'm still looking for info on it. Bruce
- Mon Jul 06, 2020 9:59 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: ECCO Carburetor
- Replies: 4
- Views: 827
ECCO Carburetor
Does anyone here know anything about this Ecco Carb and manifold? I found it at Hershey a few years ago and it's near mint although not NOS (I think). Sure looks like an improved U&J with a bit smaller venturi and external adjustment.
- Sat Jun 27, 2020 10:43 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Stromberg OF dripping fuel
- Replies: 12
- Views: 1371
Re: Stromberg OF dripping fuel
Thanks Scott; I have heard about post shut-down drips before but am still puzzled as the fuel in the bowl does not rise ( I have the sight plug removed and can actually see the fuel level staying put), so I really wonder where the excess is coming from. I'll try the OF on my '25 next week and see if...
- Sat Jun 27, 2020 8:34 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Installing balance beads
- Replies: 13
- Views: 1669
Re: Installing balance beads
R.V.; It's a PIA job but can be done. I cut a piece of coat hanger about 2" long and put a little jog in it, chucked it in my drill and used it as a vibration generator on the side of the rubber valve stem. Before applying the vibrator, I clamped a small piece of metal (using a small hose clamp) to ...
- Sat Jun 27, 2020 7:22 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Stromberg OF dripping fuel
- Replies: 12
- Views: 1371
Re: Stromberg OF dripping fuel
Thanks Mike but every brass plug is tight and dry as well as the two large brass hex plugs.
- Sat Jun 27, 2020 1:13 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Stromberg OF dripping fuel
- Replies: 12
- Views: 1371
Re: Stromberg OF dripping fuel
Thanks Mark: I always put the float in so that the soldered tab is at the bottom so the weights act on a smooth surface. Apparently the soldered up tiny hole was put there intentionally to let the heated air escape when the sides and ends were being soldered. When that process was done, the "vent" h...
- Sat Jun 27, 2020 12:03 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Stromberg OF dripping fuel
- Replies: 12
- Views: 1371
Re: Stromberg OF dripping fuel
Thanks Mike and Greg; I've done around 30 of these carbs and this one is the nicest I've had.I don't think it was ever apart, all the tiny brass plugs had no removal marks on them, the idle jet was clean and clear with the original tiny gasket in place, and the throttle shaft and bore had zero wear ...
- Sat Jun 27, 2020 10:55 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Stromberg OF dripping fuel
- Replies: 12
- Views: 1371
Re: Stromberg OF dripping fuel
John : It does stop eventually after shutting off the fuel but the fuel level in the bowl does not rise (sight plug removed) above the 1" level. It's like it's drawing fuel from another circuit in the carb. I should also mention that I'm trying this particular OF on my 1926 ( with more head pressure...
- Thu Jun 25, 2020 10:54 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Stromberg OF dripping fuel
- Replies: 12
- Views: 1371
Stromberg OF dripping fuel
I'm having trouble finding the cause of fuel dripping out of a Stromberg OF carb. I've rebuilt maybe 30 of these carbs and this particular one now runs absolutely perfectly all through the load and RPM ranges and might be the best running OF I've ever had except that it drips fuel at the bottom of t...
- Thu Jun 25, 2020 10:41 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Radiator stop leak
- Replies: 16
- Views: 1769
Re: Radiator stop leak
Dennis is right about the ginger. I first used it 20 years ago on my 1920 touring after trying every modern brand of rad sealant available. One treatment of ginger and the rad never leaked again as long as I had the car (3 years). I just went through a similar problem with an old used rad on an engi...
- Tue Jun 02, 2020 9:27 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Looking to trade a NOS Reeder aluminum H.C. head for H.C. high head
- Replies: 8
- Views: 1165
Re: Looking to trade a NOS Reeder aluminum H.C. head for H.C. high head
Yes Mark, I'm thinking the same thing now. I assumed that the front water outlet would be lower and cause issues with the '26-27 fan belt adjustment but both outlets are the same distance from the gasket surface. The higher H.C. head would provide more coolant space, but I'll try it anyway.
- Tue Jun 02, 2020 6:11 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Looking to trade a NOS Reeder aluminum H.C. head for H.C. high head
- Replies: 8
- Views: 1165