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Les Schubert

On my 1915 Case 65 HP steamer most of the flywheel requirement is for the clutch and the fact it is used as a flat belt pulley. Consider that the engine is double acting so it has 2 power strokes per revolution. Steam train locomotives here 4 power strokes per revolution. My 1913 Stanley has virtual...

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Kevin I have a Roof 8 (Laurel model 40) and the pushrods are essentially similar to your posting. The bottom of the pushrod essentially resembles a valve stem with a hole drilled into the top about a 1/2”. The rest of the pushrod is about 3/16” diameter and then the “cup tip” is at the top. I remade...

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: The oldest photo I can find. Probably 1976

: Finally have a trunk, so maybe 1977

: I was into going Fast now. Won a trophy at world of wheels

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If you don’t want to run them, I will certainly take them off your hands!!

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FABULOUS workmanship!! I don’t suppose it survived unfortunately

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I have a couple of these magnetos and really like them because the ones I have contain a mica insulated capacitor and they seem to last forever!!

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Allan
So suppose the owners want to retire?

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Quite possibly offered after market for the A as well. With the water pump and a in hose thermostat and outlet, a heater would have been a really popular accessory up here!!
Makes me think about acquiring a T water pump to make winter driving nicer!!

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So I am close to finishing making most of a clutch that is part of a era 3 speed sliding gear transmission for the T. Now that I have the programming and method figured out, I am wondering if any one else needs one? This one was actually made originally in Canada and I believe uses 25 Chev gears. Ho...

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Mark
The bearing includes a seal on each side

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I’ve run ball bearing 4th mains for many years (over 40 years). I took to making a light press fit to the output shaft and close slip fit of the outside race. NEVER have I had a problem and this is before I invented the “floating transmission shaft “. I can’t personally speak to the Birdhaven design...

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So you probably don’t want to risk blowing asbestos around your shop?

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Acetylene tanks are filled with a porous material and then have acetone put in prior to being filled with acetylene.

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Some years ago I got a genuine Presolite nickel plated tank (cw gauge in the bottom) recertified and filled. Actually I haven’t used it so it sits on the shelf full!!
Someday

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I wouldn’t use a axle if I didn’t trust the threads!!

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If you have a 25 and older with unlined cast iron shoes, then I don’t think there is anything that adjustment will help.
Adjustment is done to the rods connecting to the brakes

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Leo
To correct your misconceptions, this system would not involve a waste spark when installed on a model T dual plug head

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Kevin
If I am unhappy with the performance I would consider adding a second set of points and 2 conventional coils.
So it appears that the Nissan distributor version is kind of a “fake “ dual ignition as one plug fires too late to contribute any true benefit to performance

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Kevin
The Onan coil is for a two cylinder engine and fires a “waste” spark each time. The points run off of the crank shaft.

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All I will say is I spent at most 2 hours making the two parts to convert the Bosch front plate distributor. I consider that pretty “easy peasy”.
Anyway have a great day and all the best

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Dan
So who makes the gears. I’m trying to get a couple of cam gears for my timer elevators and have had NO success.
Thank you

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Dick I understand your concept I think. Please explain how you have “energized” the production of the spark. I suspect that the Nissan distributor is for electronic ignition, so I guess that you have also incorporated all the relevant parts over just buying the distributor? In my case I used a distr...

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Very useful posting Henry.
What glue are you using please?

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Nissan rotor with adapter to Bosch distributor

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The Bosch distributor with the adapter

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First picture is cap to Bosch distributor adapter
Next Nissan dual plug distributor cap
Finally Onan dual plug coil

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Guys Thank you for your input. I just got off the phone with Austin at Scat and there specified size is 1.6249”!! So the 1.625 is pretty darn correct!! We will be honing these on a rod resizing machine so now have a great target size! I am installing this in a set of Townsend aluminum rods on a cran...

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Mike
Thank you for the information. I have emailed Scat for the information, so far nothing.

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To fire two plugs from one coil requires that you have one plug at each end of the high tension winding. The Onan two cylinder engine works this way quite well. To do it with a T coil you will need to add another high tension connection (open up the box and relocate the other end of the high tension...

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I want to use a set of Scat stroker rod shells. They fit a 1.5” crank pin. I’m trying to find out what is the correct rod big end inside diameter? Doing some careful measurements, I’m guessing that it is 1.610”. But I REALLY hate guessing at something like this!! Does anyone have a set of these rods...

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I built a flathead T speedster (Sherman head, Stromberg 97 carb) that does 100 mph. No fenders though and I think that is a serious factor!!

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Thank you for the posting. Always another T accessory to learn about. I had a 12 torpedo roadster that would have benefited from these!

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Dan I saw that one last night. Unfortunately it is missing a part (which I see is advertised separately for $600.00), the “stability disc”(I will call it that)! I have finally sourced the components that I can buy. Now to complete the drawings and start making the other bits. It appears that probabl...

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I don’t own one but have thought about a way to relocate the spark plug to above the exhaust valve (where it belongs).
Perhaps with a electronic timer it is ok where it is.

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Interesting video, some comments; The majority of the trip is in southern climates Driving across Canada in January February it will ALL be in winter and a significant amounts of it will be on busy highways with lots of semis passing you. On a typical year you will need to be ready for -40 (or close...

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As I have a 13 Canadian T with a Heinz cool box, I find your posting quite interesting. 20 years ago I rebuilt my Heinz coils but was not very happy with them. I then built a set of coils using conventional points. I also got a Trufire for a Heinz box. Of course today’s coil tuning equipment didn’t ...

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Well that explains something I have wondered about.
Back in the T era there were crankshafts made with 1-3/8” crank pins. The advertising implied that they could be used with T rods, and now I understand that this is true!!
Further I have one of these cranks!!

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Garland
The crank bearings of old engines are generally poured Babbit which is machined in place to fit the crank. One of the bearings (usually the rear one) controls the end float. This is a cutting tool for facing these surfaces.
I hope this helps

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Dan My plan is to make it functionally identical. The tool holder will be identical for sure as well as the controller. I don’t want to disassemble the original one so I will guess a bit on the internal design. I have finally succeeded in finding sources for the components and materials. Now to fina...

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I equivocate this to all the different perspectives in T ignition systems. 20 years ago I was trying to start my 13 and ended up towing it along my 1/4 mile of driveway. Fortunately my wife is a farm girl and was good help. This air crank method would have been well worth considering. Actually I hav...

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Consider that a lubricator is included in the air line, so the rings are being reasonably lubricated

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And people wonder why broken crankshafts happen. I am not sure if even my floating transmission shaft would handle this

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David
In regards to the air crank system a couple more questions;
1. Do you use full system pressure (120 psi or so)
2. What size lines
Thank you

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“Selfie” mode does that!!

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Kevin
That is good to hear. Perhaps I should contact them about making some for my Gemsa head again. Do you have the contact information please?

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I am considering using a set of these shells as I have a custom T crank with 1-1/2” journals. The crank is stock stroke and pressure oiled and I will be using some custom connecting rods. I believe the Scat rods with this size journal are only for the stroker crank? If someone could provide me with ...

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Bill and Eric Thank you I will put you on the list Cost So far I am sourcing the components and talking to shops that can help with the project. A project like this reminds me of the old joke; “It’s a bit like buying hay, if you want top quality you need to pay a fair price, if the stuff that has be...

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Bill
Yes for a TA 14

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So I have been “commissioned” to copy my Tobin Arp thrust facing tool. It is a very nice design as you can move the cutting tool radially as it spins. The TA is 1-1/8” diameter boring bar. Just wondering if any one else needs one. I am contemplating making one also for myself that is on a 1” boring ...

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I really like the Watts clutch especially for a high performance engine. It limits the torque loads on the rear axle gears (but not too much limit). I don’t know if it’s still available

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Guess I am one of the fortunate ones as I have a rumble seat on my ‘27 roadster!
The lid is made in 2 sections

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Another option to consider is to install a “SpeediSleeve” where the packing runs.
I’ve built up the worn area with “plastic metal”
and turned it down to size. Then drive on the Speedi sleeve (Timken # 99118). Now you have a surface that is BETTER than new and totally invisible outside!

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I know guys that have built up the cap thrust face with solder. Seemed to work OK

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I just measured some. One roll is.001” thick. Another roll is.002” thick. The stuff is quite tough!!

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The concept of cutting a thin gasket from some “parchment paper” from mothers kitchen occurs to me

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If you have a POWERFUL T engine and aren’t running a Ruckstell then I like them. I installed them 40 years ago in a 60 HP speedster

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I was the person that did the “mig Wire” solution. It was a desperation case on a car needed the next day. It ran all summer with no issues!!

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I just bought a 12-40 (3.33-1) gear set. If you live near sea level and flat country and have some power you might be interested in the idea

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I totally agree with Landy and others. 3-1 gears in a heavy car like a tudor is going to need some SERIOUS extra power to be nice to drive. Last year a local guy drove his coupe with 3-1 on a hilly tour and spent just about the entire tour in low Ruckstell. The Ruckstell is now about worn out and I ...

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Through the side of the pan and located in the area of the centre main

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I would really like to see a picture of the oil pickup area
I guess upon reflection I would certainly consider adding a oil filter if I built a copy (and a oil pressure gauge). I would guess that a 10 psi gauge would be a good starting point

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If you look at the first picture you will notice that the connection inside the front of the pan is in fact a T fitting. So PLENTY of oil will be dumped into the dip tray to be sprayed around inside the crankcase. Personally I would probably install a orfice (maybe 1/8” diameter) to ensure that plen...

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This is not to say that Scott’s discussion isn’t 100% accurate from our engineering school studies, but there are other factors at play.
I will leave it at that

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If you decide to follow Scott’s advice then I am quite interested in taking it off your hands

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After studying the pictures and descriptions I REALLY like the design and execution!!
The “pickup” would get a LOT of oil pushed at it from the flywheel.
I might just decide to copy it.
Thank you for the posting

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All I can offer is that I would certainly use it!!

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I had a couple of reverse eye leaves made a year ago by the local spring manufacturing company. Unfortunately I live a Long way from you!!
If you draw a blank I will try to help you

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I’ve never seen that frame tag on a original car

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Rebuilding some rear axles and using after market design pinion bearings and stumbled onto a couple items at a local bearing supply house; 1.A clamp on 1” collar rather than the set screw design. I think it will be considerably easier to adjust and should hold good without any tack welding to the dr...

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Looks like Kevlar band lining.
I ONLY use Kevlar for the brake lining.
For reverse and low I use cotton or wood only

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The “stitch” method is how I’ve always had it done. Never regretted it. Guys talk about it being so easy to buy another GOOD block for a $100.00. That sure hasn’t been my experience. Sure for a ‘16-25 maybe. Early and good ‘26-7 make in Canada are getting scarce. Just my experience

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If I interpret your undersize measurements correctly, one of the journals is.030” worn. I make it a policy to not use a crank that is smaller than.020” undersize. My “rationale” is that the crank has too many “cycles” of use and is beyond its useful fatigue life. Just my policy. Additionally I will ...

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You can buy at your local auto parts supplier a turn signal switch that clamps to the steering column and ties into the brake light circuit. The right side bracket is available from the usual suppliers. A 28 Model A tail light looks pretty good on a T and has the extra filament in the bulb. The fron...

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They were available in the ‘90’s. Townsend also offered Bronze main caps for A crank conversions and also block extension castings for these conversions.
I guess if you go back through old Vintage Ford magazines you can get a more exact time frame

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If it doesn’t accept the new day timer and you AREN’T interested in it, please let me know as I could be interested in it.
Thank you

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Scott I have NO idea where you are getting your position about the drop forging bit. LYNITE is a trademarked product from a aluminum casting company for a alloy containing 10% copper and a bit of magnesium and iron. Looking at the Scripps rods and other Lynite items there is NO indication that they ...

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Aluminum rods;
I have a mid ‘20’s Scripps 330 cu in 6 cylinder 125 HP marine engine. They use cast aluminum rods and in conversations with others have never heard of a rod failure.
I guess it just depends how much HP you are going for perhaps. 60hp should probably be OK!!

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I’m in the process of installing a set of the Maceachern rear hydraulic brakes on a late style Ruckstell. They are “Bendix” style rear brakes from a mid ‘50’s” Chev and basically resembles all the rear drum brakes of the era. Plus features; They are essentially rain proof They work equally well in f...

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I have a set as well. They are designed for using a A crank in a T block with T pistons.
I believe that pressure filtered oil is essential as babbitting aluminum is a bit of a challenge.
Not impossible, just a challenge

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Go to “smooth-on.com”.

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“Smooth On” makes products for taking impressions of things like this

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I would certainly be interested in getting a copy of your rad cap for my Livingston!!
Anything from a impression copy of the graphic to a complete cap. I suspect I’m not the only one!

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So I have a new pinion roller bearing sleeve and it seems to be too small inside diameter. Seems to measure about .993 id. The drive shaft I have is a nice original and measures about 1.003 diameter. So.010” interference seems WAY to tight. I am thinking about getting the sleeve pin honed. I’m think...

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The problem you are talking about is why I developed the “floating transmission shaft “. It significantly reduces the loads.
Dan Hatch is who I have licensed to make it.

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I’ve just used roller bearings inboard.
Make sure your housings are straight. I live with 1/8” misalignment at the outboard end. I’ve seen enough housings that are 1/2” or more out.

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I’ve done 3 A crank conversions. I’ve always kept the mains stock A size and used custom main caps. I line bore the block right to the edge of the bolt holes. Then I use bolt dowel sleeves to have precision fit of the caps. I agree with Kevin on thin babbit

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If you study the old “speed manuals” apparently over size cranks were made featuring 1-7/16” mains and 1/3/8” rods based on the concept that the stock main caps and stock rods could be used. I have tried the idea and it works okay. A alternative to moving the block ahead is to shorten the back of th...

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Mark
Some pictures and dimensions would be interesting!!

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Corey
Thank you for the information.

My research so far ;
If you boil a wine cork it swells to about 1” and is quite soft. A wine bottle neck is about.7”. So it appears to be practical to compress it about 25-30%. I will go and see what kind of sheet cork I can get at Michaels

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Well I have always shared my technology. One day I will no longer be here and I want the next generation to be able to carry on

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I wonder if your air cleaner is big enough. I have noticed that sometimes people install air cleaners that people install are pretty small

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Stan Yes I have studied the Hudson sites and it is quite interesting. The thing is the tolerances never seem to be disclosed. My weakness is that I LOVE to learn!! So I have expanded my research to British motorcycle sites and am learning about cork properties. The dimensions appear to be what I exp...

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Dale
How thick is the steel plate?
How much do the corks project each side?
Thank you

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Certainly it resembles your picture!! I got your message as well. I will work on this project some more myself as on one of these I will end up remaking most of the clutch as they tried to continue running it with worn out corks and pretty well destroyed it. Certainly destroyed all the wear surfaces...

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So there exist in Canada a few copies of a sliding gear transmission conversion for the T that was made back in the era! I have 1 and know of 2 more and parts of one more. They used a cork inserted single disc clutch. The time has come to deal with this. Noodling around in the Internet has been inte...

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