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by Kevin Pharis
Thu Mar 28, 2024 11:25 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Wire wheel ID
Replies: 2
Views: 126

Re: Wire wheel ID

Look like T wheels to me
by Kevin Pharis
Thu Mar 28, 2024 11:22 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Rajo OHV question
Replies: 8
Views: 135

Re: Rajo OHV question

The cooling system on a T is sized appropriately for a stock T engine with thermo syphon. There are many overheads out there running without pumps, but I suspect they are producing little more than stock performance. With the addition of a pump the cooling system is capable of handling a much higher...
by Kevin Pharis
Sun Mar 24, 2024 6:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: American Bosch front plate distributor information
Replies: 32
Views: 2331

Re: American Bosch front plate distributor information

Found this little bugger laying on the workbench. Notice the relief cuts on the drive tangs
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by Kevin Pharis
Sun Mar 24, 2024 11:57 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: American Bosch front plate distributor information
Replies: 32
Views: 2331

Re: American Bosch front plate distributor information

I have never run a washer under the cam nut (didn’t know I was supposed to). You will find that the reproduction cam nut drive tangs need to be relieved to make clearance for the driven gear teeth. Adding a washer under the cam nut will only make this gear mesh interference worse. Gear lash is diffi...
by Kevin Pharis
Sat Mar 23, 2024 2:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Those darn college kids!
Replies: 12
Views: 561

Re: Those darn college kids!

Looks like they’re just greasing the u-joint to me…😉
by Kevin Pharis
Thu Mar 21, 2024 3:00 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Prus head is on and TESTED.
Replies: 30
Views: 2066

Re: Prus head is on and TESTED.

There are just too many variables to directly relate compression ratio to cylinder pressure. I have right about 7 1/2 to 1 compression and 135 pounds cranking pressure. Andy I am no cam design expert… but my old Sherman head measured at 7.25:1 static compression, but made 190 psi cranking (dynamic)...
by Kevin Pharis
Fri Mar 15, 2024 11:06 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Looking for a place to do Nickel plating
Replies: 6
Views: 408

Re: Looking for a place to do Nickel plating

You could also try a less toxic approach by researching nickel plating with vinegar. It worked fine for me with a few small hardware parts, but I ran out of power with my 1A power generator so couldn’t do anything larger
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by Kevin Pharis
Mon Mar 11, 2024 4:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: A Modified VW Distributor Problem
Replies: 22
Views: 1056

Re: A Modified VW Distributor Problem

If the spark is jumping thru the coil wire it should also jump thru the plug wires. Check that the center contact carbon brush did not fall out of the cap
by Kevin Pharis
Tue Mar 05, 2024 6:11 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: WTB 30 x 3 1/2 wood felloe rims
Replies: 3
Views: 266

Re: WTB 30 x 3 1/2 wood felloe rims

There are new rims available from the UK

https://www.veterancarrims.co.uk/
by Kevin Pharis
Sun Mar 03, 2024 5:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Radiator Elbow Sealant
Replies: 3
Views: 241

Re: Radiator Elbow Sealant

A thin smear of black RTV silicone on the inside of the hose will seal just about any imperfections in the casting. Make sure you wire brush the scale off the casting first
by Kevin Pharis
Fri Mar 01, 2024 9:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Need help re broken piece
Replies: 18
Views: 1108

Re: Need help re broken piece

Richard, we have a couple iron foundries within a short drive of us… unfortunately, we have run out of pattern makers and also foundries willing to deal with a loose pattern It would be quicker and less stressful to machine the face of the fixture completely off, then make a new “drum” to replace it...
by Kevin Pharis
Mon Feb 26, 2024 8:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Down Draft Intake Manifold Info
Replies: 8
Views: 759

Re: Down Draft Intake Manifold Info

Looks like a special built for T with the ports enlarged. If it were a factory produced part for some other application there would likely be one or even several casting part numbers, patent dates, etc…
by Kevin Pharis
Mon Feb 26, 2024 2:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Chev valve spring keepers and retainers
Replies: 9
Views: 501

Re: Chev valve spring keepers and retainers

The 9N tractor retainers are the best fit with chebby valves and T springs. The chebby valve keepers work with the tractor retainers. I’ll get part numbers tonite if nobody else offers em up before…
by Kevin Pharis
Sun Feb 25, 2024 9:22 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Winfield Carburetor wanted
Replies: 6
Views: 670

Re: Winfield Carburetor wanted

Thanks for for posting that Ed, I have been trying to help Michael find the S-A-U he is looking for. I only make the S-B-D at this time, and not sure that I will make too many other sizes as they are a TON of work and few parts interchange between sizes. As Steve said above, good condition and compl...
by Kevin Pharis
Thu Feb 22, 2024 12:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Split rims.
Replies: 5
Views: 421

Re: Split rims.

That’s fantastic news! I think I have an extra rear hub layin around from an old project. Didn't have a complete set of hubs so I drilled new Buffalo centers to fit the rims
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by Kevin Pharis
Wed Feb 21, 2024 10:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Split rims.
Replies: 5
Views: 421

Re: Split rims.

Ur right! My lock rings are nickel plated 😉

Nice Ash wheel! Hope you have at least 3 more and all your hubs are in good shape. Love to see those accessory wire wheels👍
by Kevin Pharis
Mon Feb 19, 2024 1:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Starter brush holders - what is the metal?
Replies: 12
Views: 647

Re: Starter brush holders - what is the metal?

Modern alloys will easily mechanically outperform any original casting material. Consult with your potential manufacturer as to their most common materials. Most likely billet machined will be 6061 and casting A356
by Kevin Pharis
Thu Feb 15, 2024 7:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Shipping parts from Australia
Replies: 3
Views: 379

Re: Shipping parts from Australia

I have yet to arrange an international shipment via DHL, but have received several from various countries (including AU). Boxes, loose tires, and small pallets too. From my perspective, dealing with DHL was great. I would like to believe that they make arranging the shipment equally easy…
by Kevin Pharis
Wed Feb 14, 2024 2:02 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Anyone with a speedster and a Ruckstell and hand brake on the left outboard off the body?
Replies: 10
Views: 972

Re: Anyone with a speedster and a Ruckstell and hand brake on the left outboard off the body?

Here is (a bad) pic of my outboard Ruxtel and e-brake levers. I don’t hand crank this car so abandoned the ratchet mechanism. It makes parking a bit tedious at times, but oh well! Both are made from modified e-brake levers, the brake lever is 3/4” shaft, and the shift lever is welded to a piece of t...
by Kevin Pharis
Tue Feb 13, 2024 6:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How do you mount a speedo drive on a Dayton wire wheel hub?
Replies: 14
Views: 771

Re: How do you mount a speedo drive on a Dayton wire wheel hub?

Those tabs really complicate the manufacturing of new hubs, so I leave them off. To add that capability I make a ring that shrinks on to the hub. Brazing or welding will likely cause distortion of the bearing bore, but I have found that a .002” shrink fit is enough to retain the speedometer gear wit...
by Kevin Pharis
Sun Feb 11, 2024 11:26 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: PGE wheels
Replies: 4
Views: 529

Re: PGE wheels

As I recall they are “Parker Hydraulic” steel spoke wheels
by Kevin Pharis
Fri Feb 09, 2024 7:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Anyone know forum member MPmachine…?
Replies: 2
Views: 547

Re: Anyone know forum member MPmachine…?

All is good after discovering the typo in his reported username. He rekindled an old discussion that I had completely forgotten about and could find no record of. All the breadcrumbs are there now👍
by Kevin Pharis
Thu Feb 08, 2024 10:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Anyone know forum member MPmachine…?
Replies: 2
Views: 547

Anyone know forum member MPmachine…?

He knows who I am…?
by Kevin Pharis
Mon Feb 05, 2024 4:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Starting crank extension? Options?
Replies: 13
Views: 726

Re: Starting crank extension? Options?

I welded an extra 3” into a hand crank years ago to clear a lowered front suspension. If you do the same, take care to keep the pin hole clocked to the handle as this will change the angle of the handle relative to TDC
by Kevin Pharis
Sat Jan 27, 2024 12:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Can we bypass aux. water pump?
Replies: 9
Views: 525

Re: Can we bypass aux. water pump?

^^^^^^^^^
Richard has it right! Very few accessory T “pumps” are actually pumps. They are circulators, that simply promote water circulation thru the intentionally oversized cooling system. The impeller will no doubt cause some restriction in the system, but may not be enough to matter
by Kevin Pharis
Tue Jan 23, 2024 11:31 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: tires
Replies: 9
Views: 650

Re: tires

I’ve had several sets of the Excelsior’s on the speedster over the years. They used to be made in India, looked nice and performed well. The last pair I bought was bout 6-8 years ago, mold quality was fair and balance is noticeably worse. I kept buying Excelsiors purely due to cosmetics on an open w...
by Kevin Pharis
Tue Jan 09, 2024 8:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Gallivan powered 1915 Ford Rdstr
Replies: 15
Views: 1026

Re: Gallivan powered 1915 Ford Rdstr

Gasp! More sideways Winfields😉. What size are they, and I’m curious to hear your opinion regarding drivability…
by Kevin Pharis
Tue Jan 09, 2024 2:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Looking for a company in the US that can make replacement rims for Dayton wheels.
Replies: 11
Views: 807

Re: Looking for a company in the US that can make replacement rims for Dayton wheels.

Morgan has a set of 48 spoke Daytons, and assume these are 6 pin drive style. I would need a sample wheel to establish the correct dimple pattern and drilling angles.

Dan, if you have usable rims and are willing to part with them, it will likely be his best option
by Kevin Pharis
Sun Jan 07, 2024 4:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Float for gas gauge.
Replies: 7
Views: 453

Re: Float for gas gauge.

McMaster Carr has everything!

https://www.mcmaster.com/product/1089T21
by Kevin Pharis
Sun Jan 07, 2024 12:10 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Cleanin up the shop - Starter switch
Replies: 4
Views: 737

Re: Cleanin up the shop - Starter switch

Sorry Doug, but Larry beat you to it. Thanks for helpin clean up the shop!
by Kevin Pharis
Sun Jan 07, 2024 2:00 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Cleanin up the shop - Starter switch
Replies: 4
Views: 737

Re: Cleanin up the shop - Starter switch

How bout for the cost of shipping? I hate to add it to the scrap pile
by Kevin Pharis
Sun Jan 07, 2024 1:52 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: New wood spokes - full set of 48
Replies: 5
Views: 1068

Re: New wood spokes - full set of 48

Spokes have a new home in Texas!
by Kevin Pharis
Fri Jan 05, 2024 5:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Connecting rods specifications
Replies: 5
Views: 438

Re: Connecting rods specifications

As I had mentioned at the very end of this thread about shortening rods, you may not be able to trust the mating surfaces of the big end. I suggest that you get a depth mic and a dowel pin to measure if there is an offset, and factor this into your welding fixture. Also, expect that the rods will sh...
by Kevin Pharis
Thu Dec 28, 2023 2:09 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Looking for a U&J intake manifold
Replies: 6
Views: 519

Re: Looking for a U&J intake manifold

Pretty sure he’s lookin for one of these. It may have a different carb hangin on it tho…😉
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by Kevin Pharis
Thu Dec 21, 2023 1:41 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Winfield intake elbow choke needed
Replies: 3
Views: 290

Re: Winfield intake elbow choke needed

I can’t help with the “C” choke horn… but I can certainly help with all of the small parts that may be missing to make the choke work
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by Kevin Pharis
Thu Dec 21, 2023 1:05 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: FS multi lift set in box
Replies: 8
Views: 896

Re: FS multi lift set in box

Pics of the Multi Lift set from OP;
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by Kevin Pharis
Thu Dec 21, 2023 12:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Heres One For The X Spurts
Replies: 5
Views: 567

Re: Heres One For The X Spurts

Notice how short it is…? I suspect this one may have been shortened and re-threaded for use with a trailer, lowering bracket, etc…
by Kevin Pharis
Wed Dec 20, 2023 10:12 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: I have never seen this truck
Replies: 3
Views: 391

Re: I have never seen this truck

I toured with this one several years ago. Not sure about the year, but the early Ramblers are beautifully built cars
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by Kevin Pharis
Wed Dec 20, 2023 10:53 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: FS multi lift set in box
Replies: 8
Views: 896

Re: FS multi lift set in box

Are these originals or reproductions…?
by Kevin Pharis
Sun Dec 17, 2023 11:45 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: New wood spokes - full set of 48
Replies: 5
Views: 1068

Re: New wood spokes - full set of 48

Texasroadkill wrote:
Sun Dec 17, 2023 2:58 am
Still available?
Yes they are. I sent you an email last week with a shipping estimate
by Kevin Pharis
Sat Dec 16, 2023 4:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: **SPEEDSTER PIC's Please**
Replies: 84
Views: 4360

Re: **SPEEDSTER PIC's Please**

And a few other T’s from the Speedster Reunion in Lincoln, NE
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by Kevin Pharis
Sat Dec 16, 2023 4:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: **SPEEDSTER PIC's Please**
Replies: 84
Views: 4360

Re: **SPEEDSTER PIC's Please**

Here’s mine
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by Kevin Pharis
Thu Dec 14, 2023 12:19 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: The importance of preservation
Replies: 33
Views: 1754

Re: The importance of preservation

I’ve always believed that the EPA was secretly bankrolling publications like HotRod, StreetRod, and the like. Why play the bad guy by directly outlawing old cars, when it’s possible to convince the public to voluntarily dismantle or permanently cripple their old cars themselves. No doubt the EPA has...
by Kevin Pharis
Sun Dec 10, 2023 11:27 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: New wood spokes - full set of 48
Replies: 5
Views: 1068

Re: New wood spokes - full set of 48

Back to top
by Kevin Pharis
Mon Dec 04, 2023 3:30 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Wanted: Rocker Arm for Frontenac
Replies: 4
Views: 454

Re: Wanted: Rocker Arm for Frontenac

ThreePedalTapDancer wrote:
Mon Dec 04, 2023 12:53 pm
You might want to contact http://www.rockerarms.com/ they have made rockers for guys in the past for Frontenac and other OHVs. If you have a rocker to send they will match the profile and lift and make you a full set.
They may even have some of those layin around…
by Kevin Pharis
Fri Dec 01, 2023 9:51 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: New wood spokes - full set of 48
Replies: 5
Views: 1068

New wood spokes - full set of 48

Long story short… old spokes were loose, so new spokes were ordered. All spokes were sanded, one wheel was dry fit. Turns out the felloes we have use a .562” spoke tennon not a .500”. So in the end we were forced to send the wheels to a professional to make special spokes. Here is a link to what was...
by Kevin Pharis
Wed Nov 29, 2023 9:36 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Need 1 fender iron
Replies: 12
Views: 685

Re: Need 1 fender iron

Do you need the whole iron for that speedster…? Or just the headlight mount?
by Kevin Pharis
Wed Nov 29, 2023 9:31 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: WTB - 30 X 3-1/2 Tires w/ or w/o wheels
Replies: 14
Views: 563

Re: WTB - 30 X 3-1/2 Tires w/ or w/o wheels

FYI, word on the street is that Fastenal will not cross their east/west boundary anymore. Thanks Covid!🙄
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by Kevin Pharis
Sun Nov 26, 2023 10:23 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: WTB valve lifters non adjustable
Replies: 12
Views: 833

Re: WTB valve lifters non adjustable

I have a set layin around… let me check to see if it’s complete
by Kevin Pharis
Wed Nov 22, 2023 9:51 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: $600 no more
Replies: 14
Views: 2467

Re: $600 no more

Could it be…?! The people spoke and the politicians listened…? Was this democracy in action…? Nah!!!! Simply a spineless crook avoiding raising taxes during an election year🙄👎
by Kevin Pharis
Tue Nov 21, 2023 11:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Engine Temp question - not what you think....
Replies: 11
Views: 744

Re: Engine Temp question - not what you think....

Till all the rotating parts turn blue and seize at about 400F!!!
by Kevin Pharis
Tue Nov 21, 2023 9:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Valve seats
Replies: 33
Views: 4452

Re: Valve seats

Most modern “hard seats” are basically cast iron. The true culprit of the dreaded valve seat recession is insufficient valve material selection for the expected valve operating temperatures. A small amount of seat distortion/wear is to be expected on any new engine break in. The 1 degree valve to se...
by Kevin Pharis
Tue Nov 21, 2023 9:22 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Valve seats
Replies: 33
Views: 4452

Re: Valve seats

A valves ability to seal properly is a direct result of pounds per square inch of seat pressure. Since our T’s have very little spring pressure, the seat widths must be narrow to ensure a good seal. I usually go for about .060” on both, and am not bothered if they’re a little thinner
by Kevin Pharis
Mon Nov 20, 2023 7:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Silicon head gasket questions
Replies: 16
Views: 957

Re: Silicon head gasket questions

Sounds like I’m the outlier this time… Modifying copper laminated head gaskets for oversized valves is a PITA, so I started making and running solid copper. Solid gaskets work good… but they would typically start weeping after a few years. I eventually tried one of the modern type silicone gaskets. ...
by Kevin Pharis
Fri Nov 17, 2023 10:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Stipe Cam Phone Number
Replies: 8
Views: 785

Re: Stipe Cam Phone Number

I spoke to Bill at the Speedster Reunion over the summer. They are moving the shop to KY and are working on getting cam production back on track. We are lucky to have them going thru this effort, please be patient
by Kevin Pharis
Wed Nov 15, 2023 12:02 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: OHV Head #78 Unknown ID
Replies: 8
Views: 701

Re: OHV Head #78 Unknown ID

That’s an interesting gasket variation as it has the push rod pass thru hole at the full valve diameter. This extra clearance is needed on a select few O/H conversions that utilize the ports in the block. One example is the Roof 16 valve model “A” cylinder head 19BDDA47-B3E0-4788-A2C5-2BBAF1687409.j...
by Kevin Pharis
Thu Nov 09, 2023 11:51 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: Piston material
Replies: 7
Views: 445

Re: Piston material

Cast aluminum automotive pistons are typically “hyper eutectic” aluminum alloys, or extremely high silica content. Forged aluminum pistons are made from 2xxx grade aluminum alloys (as I understand). Modern cast pistons are aluminum with graphite coated skirts to prevent scuffing. Diesel engines comm...
by Kevin Pharis
Thu Nov 09, 2023 11:47 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Reasonably priced Dial Indicator for valve check?
Replies: 5
Views: 546

Re: Reasonably priced Dial Indicator for valve check?

There are many dial indicator attachments available… but none that I know of that will measure a .015” clearance between 2 objects. I may be missing something, what exactly are you hoping to to indicate…? If you are setting lash by piston travel, a magnet base and 1” indicator might be what yur look...
by Kevin Pharis
Tue Nov 07, 2023 7:16 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Cleanin up the shop - electric water pump
Replies: 1
Views: 442

Re: Cleanin up the shop - electric water pump

Off to a new home. Thanks!
by Kevin Pharis
Mon Oct 30, 2023 9:43 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Scam Alert
Replies: 11
Views: 948

Re: Scam Alert

Nick has the Roof 16 valve overhead in the classifieds. Beautiful head that looks to be worth every penny! Sorry they are trolling you Nick, but glad you had your guard up!
by Kevin Pharis
Thu Oct 26, 2023 8:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Going Down Hill with a Ruckstell
Replies: 32
Views: 1664

Re: Going Down Hill with a Ruckstell

One unfortunate nature of the model T is that engaging the E-brake will disengage the clutch and so render the engine braking effort useless. When too quickly running out of road, all options are vital!
by Kevin Pharis
Thu Oct 26, 2023 7:35 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: New Engine Blocks & Cranks!!.... For Model A's
Replies: 6
Views: 614

Re: New Engine Blocks & Cranks!!.... For Model A's

The Burtz Model A engines are affordable due to being cast and machined overseas. Burtz documents his struggles trying to produce these domestically and he truly put forth a solid effort. His contribution to this hobby is fantastic! Les Schubert has made a similar effort on a 5 main T engine. Not pr...
by Kevin Pharis
Wed Oct 18, 2023 11:28 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Cleanin up the shop - Starter switch
Replies: 4
Views: 737

Re: Cleanin up the shop - Starter switch

Bump to top
by Kevin Pharis
Wed Oct 18, 2023 12:06 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: WTB: Buffalo wire wheel hub wrench
Replies: 1
Views: 165

Re: WTB: Buffalo wire wheel hub wrench

I make new aluminum hex wrenches, but also have a stainless Minocchi hex wrench layin around. Let me know if interested
by Kevin Pharis
Sat Oct 14, 2023 12:41 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Volumetric Efficiency of Model T engine (L head) ?
Replies: 17
Views: 831

Re: Volumetric Efficiency of Model T engine (L head) ?

one last question any opinion on a Winfield S-BB on this engine. Have one on the shelf, but Winfield manifolds are hard to come by, although I do have an stromberg to winfield adapter. Thanks again For reference, I calculate a BB at about 185 cfm using the “standard” 3” h2o depression. This was the...
by Kevin Pharis
Sun Oct 08, 2023 2:12 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Cleanin up the shop - drill chuck arbors
Replies: 1
Views: 307

Cleanin up the shop - drill chuck arbors

Who has a lathe or drill press that uses a #2 Morse taper…? Here are 2 3/8-24 threaded drill chuck arbors and 2 #0 Jacobs taper arbors. These are new and unused Jacobs brand arbors. All for $30 shipped within the lower 48
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by Kevin Pharis
Sun Oct 08, 2023 2:04 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Cleanin up the shop - Starter switch
Replies: 4
Views: 737

Cleanin up the shop - Starter switch

Must be left over from my ol ‘27 roadster. You want it? $25 shipped within the lower 48. Email thru the forum please
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by Kevin Pharis
Sun Oct 08, 2023 2:00 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Cleanin up the shop - case hardening compounds
Replies: 1
Views: 320

Cleanin up the shop - case hardening compounds

Do your own heat treating…? These cans are unopened and yours for $50. Also will include a 3lb jar of cast iron shavings. Email thru the forum please
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by Kevin Pharis
Sun Oct 08, 2023 1:54 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Cleanin up the shop - punch press tooling
Replies: 1
Views: 399

Cleanin up the shop - punch press tooling

Someone has to have an iron worker or kick punch that uses 1” upper punch and 2” lower die tooling. You can have what I’ve got for the cost of shipping! Email thru the forum please
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by Kevin Pharis
Sun Oct 08, 2023 1:26 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Cleanin up the shop - electric water pump
Replies: 1
Views: 442

Cleanin up the shop - electric water pump

I know… multiple levels of Model T sacrilege😉 I ran this electric water pump for years on my speedster. The hot flathead needed a pump but the belt driven pumps wouldn’t work with my alternator/oil pump combination. Removed recently as I have jumbled things up a bit and now run a belt driven pump. I...
by Kevin Pharis
Sun Oct 08, 2023 1:05 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Cleanin up the shop - cast brass script
Replies: 2
Views: 400

Cleanin up the shop - cast brass script

Cast brass Ford script with just the right amount of patina. $30 includes flat rate USPS in the lower 48. Email thru forum please

(Fender not included😉)
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by Kevin Pharis
Sat Oct 07, 2023 7:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: California zero emission zones
Replies: 115
Views: 9420

Re: California zero emission zones

Here in califunny… the ding dongs historically vote for the familiar face. Ever wonder why we seem to always have a governor with the same last name or movie star in office…? Sometimes less worse than others, but always with some connection to hollyweird or San franpsycho. Unfortunately on Election ...
by Kevin Pharis
Sat Oct 07, 2023 6:34 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: WTB Aluminum Downdraft Manifold for Model A/B
Replies: 13
Views: 966

Re: WTB Aluminum Downdraft Manifold for Model A/B

Keep in mind that the Winfield manifolds came in AA/B/BB flange sizes
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by Kevin Pharis
Thu Oct 05, 2023 10:46 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: FS Winfield 5v Carburetor (SOLD)
Replies: 6
Views: 1003

Re: FS Winfield 5v Carburetor (SOLD)

Thanks for throwing my hat in the ring Ed. I do not inventory any parts for the H/V series carbs. But, I have made several parts before and always catalog the designs as I go. The fuel strainer bowl has yet to make the list, but have made throttle barrels and float seats before. Happy to share these...
by Kevin Pharis
Thu Oct 05, 2023 10:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Locking ring wheel help
Replies: 21
Views: 781

Re: Locking ring wheel help

That rim spreader is for “split” rims, yours are “lock ring” rims. Two very different methods of securing “straight sided” tires prior to the “drop center” era. Let the air out and use a few C clamps to compress the tire away from the lock ring. The tire bead shape retains the lock ring, so once the...
by Kevin Pharis
Wed Oct 04, 2023 12:16 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Hershey pictures
Replies: 32
Views: 3393

Re: Hershey pictures

Is there actually an Instness at Hershey…? More importantly, are you bringing home that Mercury?🤔

If you are over there, congrats on making the pilgrimage all the way to the other coast. Enjoy your trip my friend!
by Kevin Pharis
Sat Sep 30, 2023 12:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: California zero emission zones
Replies: 115
Views: 9420

Re: California zero emission zones

It doesn’t matter what we tell those radicalized elitists about how we use our cars. They will undoubtedly perceive that we maliciously waste potential homeless housing real estate to store these minimally used luxury possessions for the sole purpose of deviously burning toxic substances and endange...
by Kevin Pharis
Sun Sep 24, 2023 10:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Fabric covered wooden body speedster plans
Replies: 14
Views: 998

Re: Fabric covered wooden body speedster plans

In WWII the control surfaces of most fighters and bombers were fabric covered. I saw this recently and got to wondering… does the fabric take a bullet hole better than an aluminum skin…? Or were they just rationing materials? My dads speedster has a few stretched spots from taking road debris and g...
by Kevin Pharis
Sat Sep 23, 2023 10:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Fabric covered wooden body speedster plans
Replies: 14
Views: 998

Re: Fabric covered wooden body speedster plans

The Museum of speed in Lincoln, NE has one of these speedsters that was built back in the day. Wicked cool! They were restoring the chassis but not sure of their intentions with the body. If you were to submit a request for information while letting them know you were looking to build one, I’m sure ...
by Kevin Pharis
Wed Sep 20, 2023 10:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: B Crankshaft in a T clearance
Replies: 14
Views: 948

Re: B Crankshaft in a T clearance

I tapped the 2 rear holes in the pan spacer and trimmed a small piece out of the pan on my last motor. A bit of silicone seals the spacer to the pan, and the inspection plate doesn’t know the difference. Lots of clearance now!
by Kevin Pharis
Mon Sep 18, 2023 6:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: WHY DO T CRANKS BREAK BEHIND #1 ROD?
Replies: 25
Views: 1220

Re: WHY DO T CRANKS BREAK BEHIND #1 ROD?

^^^^^^^^
That crank looks familiar…🤔
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A new Skat crank and 1 rod later… it’s back on the road!
by Kevin Pharis
Mon Sep 18, 2023 1:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: WHY DO T CRANKS BREAK BEHIND #1 ROD?
Replies: 25
Views: 1220

Re: WHY DO T CRANKS BREAK BEHIND #1 ROD?

Wimpy crank, wimpy rods, and high reciprocating mass paired with no harmonic flywheel means that the front end of the crank is allowed to change speed as the load changes throughout each revolution. The further the load is from the flywheel, the more deflection and stress the crank will encounter. W...
by Kevin Pharis
Fri Sep 15, 2023 10:24 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Gallivan Head Gasket
Replies: 5
Views: 502

Re: Gallivan Head Gasket

Pete is absolutely correct. However, I suspect that your concern is that the combustion chamber is an odd shape and so requiring a special gasket, as is the case with a Roof 16 Model C. I would suspect that the Gallivan has a round combustion chamber. There is a lot more room for those giant valves ...
by Kevin Pharis
Mon Sep 11, 2023 8:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Looking for Winfield Carburetor information
Replies: 9
Views: 309

Re: Looking for Winfield Carburetor information

Looks to be in relatively good shape. A couple things I notice are that the flange should have threads (5/16-18 I think) and the fuel inlet has the tube soldered in. Not problems that would stop me from trying to run it tho. The bigger issue with these barrel valve carbs is air leakage at idle. Leak...
by Kevin Pharis
Wed Aug 30, 2023 11:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: My rebodied 27 speedster
Replies: 7
Views: 698

Re: My rebodied 27 speedster

Lookin good Tom! Those Ash wire wheels are lookin sharp as well. Hope to see you this weekend in Eagle Creek, OR for the speedster run…
by Kevin Pharis
Mon Aug 28, 2023 7:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Thread pitch question
Replies: 5
Views: 354

Re: Thread pitch question

My stash of leftover “clinch” nuts (D shaped nut inserts that swedge into the sheet metal) says #10-32 and 1/4”-20. These are leftover from my ‘ol 27 roadster
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by Kevin Pharis
Fri Aug 18, 2023 7:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 8 valve Rajo head compression ?
Replies: 5
Views: 383

Re: 8 valve Rajo head compression ?

Can’t tell how deep the combustion chamber is from the pic lookin straight at the valves. Any brand overhead with lower compression has a combustion chamber depth of about 1.25” (4:1). With the higher compression heads measuring about .875” deep (7:1)
by Kevin Pharis
Mon Aug 07, 2023 4:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Roadster trunk floor or not?
Replies: 12
Views: 935

Re: Roadster trunk floor or not?

I have had a couple roadster trunks. The floor was attached to the trunk. As Henry notes, having both would create unnecessary interference issues. The P/U bed is a complete unit with its own battery access & cover. Plus the rear frame hump is built into the bed. The trunk floor was attached to the...
by Kevin Pharis
Thu Jul 27, 2023 5:35 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Barter Swap one Frayer Phelps Wire Wheel trade for PASCO
Replies: 6
Views: 507

Re: Barter Swap one Frayer Phelps Wire Wheel trade for PASCO

Very interesting! A Frayer wheel… by Phelps. While having obviously similar interface designs, Frayer has a relatively conventional threaded wheel nut, while the Phelps has a bolt on cover plate to retain the wheel. Learned sumpin new today! Thanks fellas!
by Kevin Pharis
Wed Jul 26, 2023 10:24 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Barter Swap one Frayer Phelps Wire Wheel trade for PASCO
Replies: 6
Views: 507

Re: Barter Swap one Frayer Phelps Wire Wheel trade for PASCO

I don’t recall ever seeing a Frayer brand wheel… but the hub does not appear to be Phelps to me (unless there were variations that I have not seen yet). Here is a Phelps hub for a T that I recreated years ago. The front hubs have no splines
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by Kevin Pharis
Wed Jul 19, 2023 9:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Speedsters
Replies: 132
Views: 31233

Re: Speedsters

Most speedsters are never really finished, just waiting for the next accessory to come along. Mine just got an under the hood face lift since the pic posted at the beginning of this thread. Runnin great again and waiting for the next outing
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by Kevin Pharis
Wed Jul 12, 2023 2:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Scammers Without MTFCA Membership
Replies: 12
Views: 1228

Re: Scammers Without MTFCA Membership

Here we go again… could we add this topic to the MMO, unleaded fuel, and non detergent oil taboo topics list?😉
by Kevin Pharis
Fri Jul 07, 2023 6:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Ford Tri-Motor coming to Ohio
Replies: 19
Views: 1629

Re: Ford Tri-Motor coming to Ohio

From one of the Sacramento stops. Kinda like riding in a Model T…😉👍
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