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by Matt_A_1926
Fri Sep 25, 2020 9:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Do they make a self advancing distributor?
Replies: 36
Views: 8008

Re: Do they make a self advancing distributor?

Car will eventually have an A crank, 28 chevy head 6.5 compression, hp5a carb and custom manifolds with a warford overdrive. Pressure oil is the end goal so I'm hoping to max out rpms at 3000 and no more.
by Matt_A_1926
Thu Sep 24, 2020 12:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Advice needed: how to moutn 26 27 subframe and body
Replies: 1
Views: 1156

Advice needed: how to moutn 26 27 subframe and body

Hey guys. I'm looking to do a preliminary mounting of my 27 27 Touring pickup body and sub frame to my frame. Just looking to see if you guys have instructions/prints for what goes where and how to mount everything.
by Matt_A_1926
Thu Sep 24, 2020 12:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Do they make a self advancing distributor?
Replies: 36
Views: 8008

Re: Do they make a self advancing distributor?

Thanks for the response guys. I'd also like to know more about the Bosch cent. advance unit. I googled Bubba's a while back as I believe that is the unit Clayton runs on his Roadster. It looks like he has pretty much retired though or at least no longer produces that unit.
by Matt_A_1926
Tue Sep 22, 2020 10:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Do they make a self advancing distributor?
Replies: 36
Views: 8008

Do they make a self advancing distributor?

As the title states, do they make it? Working on a hopped T gowjob and a self advancing and retarding ignition system would be great. I know the E timer does but I like the look of a dizzy in a hopped up T.
by Matt_A_1926
Fri Sep 04, 2020 9:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Using a single port Chevy head for poor man's ohv?
Replies: 17
Views: 5265

Re: Using a single port Chevy head for poor man's ohv?

Thanks for all of the responses guys. Mark Chaffin ended up.putting a 2 port for sale shortly after this and I bought it! Now I need an adapter plate, is Gene still making them?
by Matt_A_1926
Wed Sep 02, 2020 11:59 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Using a single port Chevy head for poor man's ohv?
Replies: 17
Views: 5265

Using a single port Chevy head for poor man's ohv?

As the title says. I have found a 23-27 Chevy 171cui whole motor for sale locally. Actually it's almost too nice. Grimy but turns over, has trans with it too only thing that appears to be missing is carb and the pushrods on the side and even they may be around. Price for the whole thing is $250. I c...
by Matt_A_1926
Wed Apr 15, 2020 11:23 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: More "modern" steering column
Replies: 8
Views: 4692

Re: More "modern" steering column

Good looking setup. It looks like I'd have to run the roadster with no sides of the hood though. Hmm, hadn't thought about that.
by Matt_A_1926
Tue Apr 14, 2020 10:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: More "modern" steering column
Replies: 8
Views: 4692

More "modern" steering column

Hey guys. So I've started assembling a 27 roadster gowjob/speedster. The T motor is just about squared away. I'm looking at setting up steering soon. Pop has a couple T columns, but also some A columns. I'm playing with the idea of a 30s Ford steering column to give a less sensitive steering for spe...
by Matt_A_1926
Fri Apr 10, 2020 9:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Strictly Model T Humor
Replies: 144
Views: 54146

Re: Strictly Model T Humor

The guy who has a block under each arm... That was my late uncle Bucky - Extremely, um, "Heavy set", worked in the auto wrecking industry, he would pick up long blocks and move them around the yard... V8 short blocks , one in each hand. Always knew that if ever got him mad at me, I'd best just shoo...
by Matt_A_1926
Wed Mar 11, 2020 10:18 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: radiator prices
Replies: 28
Views: 10826

Re: radiator prices

I'm sorry and not being tongue in cheek!!!! My own experience tells me Gery is the better choice. My words as to that conclusion...let me say it a different way... Next time I need a black radiator, I'm not going to shop it, I'm calling Gery at Bergs...we'll spend 5 minutes on the phone, he'll ship...
by Matt_A_1926
Wed Mar 11, 2020 10:11 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: I Timer
Replies: 15
Views: 7363

Re: I Timer

While I have not run an E or I timer, i have followed many posts including from the creator of them. While the idea of the E or I timer may not flow with more purist guys, I think both seem like phenomenal products. Better timing and ignition that's all around more consistent leading to better engin...
by Matt_A_1926
Tue Mar 10, 2020 10:46 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Chaffin's Garage is not closing
Replies: 45
Views: 19961

Re: Chaffin's Garage is not closing

This is great news. I am very glad to hear that someone is picking up the job. Chaffin's produces many increasingly hard to find parts such as replacement Ruckstell parts, distributor gears, etc.
by Matt_A_1926
Fri Jan 10, 2020 6:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1926 Model T Coupe update
Replies: 9
Views: 4585

Re: 1926 Model T Coupe update

It is what it is. I've decided while I'm not giving up looking for him, I have to otherwise move on or let it consume me. Can't dwell on it. I'm happy things seem sorted out and I'm having a blast with my car. I have many, many journeys planned for this year.
by Matt_A_1926
Thu Jan 09, 2020 11:35 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1926 Model T Coupe update
Replies: 9
Views: 4585

Re: 1926 Model T Coupe update

pics 4
by Matt_A_1926
Thu Jan 09, 2020 11:34 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1926 Model T Coupe update
Replies: 9
Views: 4585

Re: 1926 Model T Coupe update

pics 3
by Matt_A_1926
Thu Jan 09, 2020 11:32 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1926 Model T Coupe update
Replies: 9
Views: 4585

Re: 1926 Model T Coupe update

pics 2, little guy is the son of a friend visiting from down South, he loved it!
by Matt_A_1926
Thu Jan 09, 2020 11:31 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1926 Model T Coupe update
Replies: 9
Views: 4585

Re: 1926 Model T Coupe update

pics
by Matt_A_1926
Thu Jan 09, 2020 11:30 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1926 Model T Coupe update
Replies: 9
Views: 4585

1926 Model T Coupe update

Hey guys, Matt here. It has been a long time since I posted on the MTFCA forum. I'm still using the Facebook one regularly but I thought I'd start posting here more often again. Anyway, my 26 coupe! A lot has happened since I last posted here. The car has now been "90%" totally rebuilt mechanically....
by Matt_A_1926
Fri Sep 13, 2019 10:46 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Failure
Replies: 18
Views: 8987

Re: Failure

I go to plenty of car shows and while I usually enter, I have no real interest in winning. I go for the fun, the talking and the sharing. While guys with pristine cars polish their rides and sweat with nerves as kids approach, I open up the door of the coupe and let the kids in to have a seat so lon...
by Matt_A_1926
Fri Mar 01, 2019 2:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Simmons Super Power Carburetor
Replies: 35
Views: 13001

Re: Simmons Super Power Carburetor

They're a great little carb. In many ways an improved NH straight through. The flapper helps with idle, but also will automatically enrichen or lean your mixture as you drive and suction changes. I have one I bought for 10 dollars at a swap meet and clean up.myself. tested it on my coupe. It has def...
by Matt_A_1926
Wed Feb 27, 2019 12:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Giant Head arrived!
Replies: 9
Views: 5179

Re: Giant Head arrived!

Chris, was that cr for a giant or giant super? I believe the giant super was a little higher in cr. It has a minor crack in the water outlet jacket area. A good media blast, pin and stitch the jacket crack, and it should be good to go. I'm not sure on the color, in m trying to decide myself. Spark p...
by Matt_A_1926
Tue Feb 26, 2019 11:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Giant Head arrived!
Replies: 9
Views: 5179

Giant Head arrived!

Arrived in the mail today. I'm as happy as a clam and can't wait to put it on the car.
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