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Thanks for sharing Matt.

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Yes Chris, it is a Chaffin Rajo. You seldom see a Mercury with an outside exhaust, but it is a speedster and should be loud.

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After more time than I care to admit I’m calling the Mercury done. Got the upholstery finished and that should be it beyond maintenance and the occasional tweak.

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Historically we try to,do a little something on New Year’s Day to jump start the year. Mother Nature didn’t agree this year

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New year, new thread. Our chapter has done nothing so far. 1 1/2 inches of rain today. I wanted to start the thread in case someone did something worth sharing.

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I guess I’ll need two. My first born will be 45 Saturday, is it too late to trade?

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Now you’re just teasing. There’s only a couple guys on this forum who could run a C on their T.

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Looks like harbor freight has finally copied my Snap On torque wrench.

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Heck of a machine for your home shop.

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I started this thread in January with hopes that we could all share what our chapters do throughout the year. It’s important to remember that the C in MTFCA stands for club. Over the course of the year I posted most of what the Redwood Empire Model T Club did as a club. This included meetings, tours...

Looks good Dave, but in December Santa prefers a little warmer cockpit and windshield.

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So, first the Redwood Empire Model T Club, the last event of the year was delivering our collection of toys to the fire station. We’re one of their biggest contributors.

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I have a hat. I tried the lights but they didn’t work very well.

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It would probably look like this.

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If you have a good radiator you won’t need the water pump any more.

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Today the Redwood Empire Model T Club had its Christmas/year end banquet. About 40 of us showed up for lunch and fair amount of yakking. We also collected toys for Toys 4 Tots that we’ll drop off this week.

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I would guess that in 15 years I’d probably have around 10,000 miles on my roadster pretty easy.

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I’ve had one of those timers on my roadster for 15 trouble free years.
But it doesn’t have wooden rollers.

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I’ve had one of those timers on my roadster for 15 trouble free years.

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I didn’t adopt the speedster Dick. My son adopted the 11 mother in law roadster for my birthday. The Ames caught my eye. At 250 a pop I can’t adopt many.

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I have to agree with Larry on this one. For around 200 bucks you can replace every wire on the car. Hopefully Jeff’s article on wiring safety will be in the Vintage Ford soon.

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Thanks for the photos Dodge. It looks pretty much the same except for the windscreens. Somewhere along the way the Pasco wheels got relaced with polished spokes. I kinda prefer the white.

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If you have an aluminum pulley you can use the split for a timing mark. On stock pulleys on run the paint marks around the back a little away from the belt.

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IMG_2375.jpeg IMG_2374.jpeg My son adopted a 1911 Model T at the National Auto Museum in Reno for my birthday. We stopped by to check it out. Also at the museum was this Ames Speedster. The placard said it was restored by Harrah’s and sold to someone in Southern California. It was donated back to t...

Is this head an R, S or T?

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We went in a little tour Saturday. Just quick get together drive around the west county and had some good Mexican food. Six cars, twelve people.

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I finally read through this thread. I really think that nothing is broken. Would we like to see more user become members? Certainly. But the forum exists as a resource for Model T enthusiasts and at this point it’s not really in our best interest to alienate anyone. It’s unfortunate how much energy ...

Well, now you’re just showing off.

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What was the high bid?

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Looks similar to C. But you have to remember that the same bodies were sold under a variety of names.

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Busy day in Model T land. Our chapter too a tour through the vineyard region of Alexander Valley. After the harvest the grape leaves turn a variety of colors. We had lunch at the historic Jimtown Store. We finished by heading home along the Russian River. Overall about 60 miles and a delicious banh ...

Looked like a nice Scott. Did the clouds scare the ladies away?

Thanks to the Long Beach club for helping out Bills family. Our “collections” can be a burden to our families when we’re gone.

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We had our October Shop Day today. About 10 guys showed up, mostly to eat donuts and drink coffee. This month we covered trouble shooting hard/no starts. Among the side conversations were top replacement, carburetors and tires. This month was more instructional so no one brought a car. Andy Redwood ...

I may have to take you up on that someday Scott.

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Little far from California. Let us know if anyone takes you up on you offer.

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That’s pretty cool Chris, thanks for sharing.

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The quality of the shut off is important as some people have mentioned. If you use a switch buy a good one. I would not recommend anything from harbor freight.

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Since half the time forum members can’t agree on torque specs it’s probably not a big deal.

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I have a battery cutoff for all the usual reasons. One happy by product is the ability to let kids sit in the car knowing they can step on the starter button and nothing happens. Kids get in the car almost every time we’re out.

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Thanks for sharing Mark. School interactions are always fun, we’re hoping to expand on that this school year.

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Been following on Facebook. What a great tour, love the colors.

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I’ve seen the posts of people headed to the Australian tour. I recognize the T’s but they have some very different looking tow vehicles.

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Hope everything goes well Warwick, look forward to seeing the progress.

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What size Winfield do you have now Paul? A B or BB should be providing plenty of flow for you.

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The hardest part is finding a decent starter.

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A few of us went to the Wings and Wheels car show at the Pacific Coast Air Museum today. One member displayed his J-3 Cub and we had shade to sit under. A lot of our club members took overdue vacations this summer so our car counts have been down but we keep on. Andy Redwood Empire Model T Club 2131...

What does this kit use fir brake shoes? I wouldn’t expect a stock lined shoe to give satisfactory service.

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They wanted a photo of Donna’s car by the roaster.

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Last Saturday the Redwood Empire Model T Club had a tour. We started with a tour of the Bella Rosa Coffee roaster. The owner explained all the processes the went through to roast and blend their coffees. They get beans from 8-10 countries, far more than I would have thought. After the tour and some ...

I like my Blockley tires. I agree with Larry about the tube. It is pretty heavy at the stem. I balance my tire so it’s just a little more weight.

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I saw that cylinder head for sale and I was very tempted. Fortunately you snapped it up before I made up my mind.

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I agree with John on the rear spring going on first. It doesn’t make a lot of difference if you put the engine or rear end in first. I’ve always found it easier to stick the u-joint into the motor than to stick the motor to the u-joint.

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The Redwood Empire Model T Club went in our annual T&A tour with the Sonoma A’s yesterday. We seem to be at peak vacation time and only had 5 T’s show up. There were around 10 Model A’s. We drove around through the vineyards and eventually got to Healdsburg for lunch. It’s funny because the Model A ...

Every Model T his to video I have seen has “issues” in my opinion. The difference is a lot more people will see this one. If it draws attention to our hobby, so much the better. The pluses outweigh any miscues.

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Congratulations to Bob on the Rosenthal Award, you join a list of great T folk.

That’s a great turnout Kathy, I like seeing the early cars out and about.

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Today’s release on Jay’s YouTube channel had him teaching one of his producers how to drive a model T. While many will disagree with his methodology, I have to admit that it is a real nice car.

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Well July was a quiet month for the Redwood Empire Model T Club. But on the 7th we had our monthly business meeting and last Saturday we had a shop day. The shop day went ok. We reamed some spindle bushings and ate banana bread. Vince had a problem with his Rockies that we determined was a bent brak...

50 seems high but I would guess the club voted on it. We take in a couple grand in dues and pretty much spend it all. We couldn’t make it on 10-15 dollars. We’d have to have fund raisers that no one wants to do. Just wondering, the clubs with very low dues, what don’t you do? Andy Redwood Empire Mod...

So, what are dues being spent on? Our club has about 70 members. We have recurring web site, newsletter and historian (scrap books, photo service) We reimburse tour hosts for up to 100 for expenses. This ranges from coffee and donuts to event space rental. We reimburse more for the annual overnighte...

Just curiou Or are you thinking of raising your dues?

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Our dues have been 30 for quite some time. It allows us to underwrite expenses like the newsletter and we also can reimburse some expenses for tour hosts. Donut prices have really gone up.

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Unless the reading is real low don’t get too fixated on the actual number. As Pat brought up you are looking for consistency between the cylinders.

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I agree with Mar on the 75# torque. I recheck after a short drive, especially if you are using shims. Axle nuts should also be part of your spring checkup or before a long tour like a national tour.

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That sounds like a heck of a tour Chris. I’m glad others were able to join in and cheer you along. How was the weather?

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The cooler inland weather makes for good summer touring. Thanks for posting Chris and John.

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That’s a CNC lathe Jeffrey. Makes roundish stuff.

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Millzilla is looking a little spindly. I’m glad you finally got your machine, it took forever.

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You’ll have to oil the rockers manually. If you have the valve covers you can use a felt pad for oiling. In the case of Winfield carbs it’s important to keep the fuel pressure in the 1 1/2 pound range. And remember, with great power comes great responsibility.

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It just wouldn’t be official without Ed and Karen. Looks like fun.

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Saturday we had a tour to the Penngrove Power Museum. It’s a great collection of mostly motors from hit and miss to a 20+ foot long diesel. 8 guys (ladies seemed less interested) toured in 7 cars and about 10 more met us there. Andy Redwood Empire Model T Club 39BDD7E2-7547-4011-8465-A0D59BDD16C8.jp...

Ok, I thought you meant a Mercury or Paco.

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Didn’t see any on Hemmings, did I miss something?

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Another recommendation to send them out. The turn around time usually isn’t too bad. Simply put you cannot adjust a coil without a tester.

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Hi Mike. I’m glad you found this forum and the MTFCA for help. There is a chapter in Rochester Hills. While it is a ways from your home there maybe some members closer to you. My recommendation for new T owners is to contact a chapter because while the forum has a lot of info there is nothing like h...

What a great tour. Thanks for posting John

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June ended pretty quietly after the Anniversary Tour. Between that and the Santa Clara endurance run Jeannine And I had about 450 Model T mikes that week. This weekend club members are participating in 4th of July parades.

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I haven’t seen Bobby’s Mercury in person but from the photos it’s nicely equipped and VERY yellow.
Found this from an old auction photo.

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I have another Mercury that I might turn loose of. It doesn’t have the legroom of the red one.

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Just the most photographed Model T in history.

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The short local tours are the backbone of the club.

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Anyone doing anything fun out there. The MTFCA is a club after all.

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Actually I’d like a PACO if I could find one.

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Nice car, wrong continent. Someone will get a nice Mercury.

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As to the original question, I have had Blockley tires for a year and a half. I am impressed with the smooth ride and even wear. Jury is out on wear. I’m guessing about 1500 miles and the wear is noticeable.

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I’d have to give some more though to how the carb would respond to what amounts to a vacuum leak. More practically, by the time you seal everything up enough to make a difference you could just fix your leaks.

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I use a motorcycle battery, last 2-3 years and costs 26 bucks from Amazon. The 12 volts gives a good spark while hand cranking.

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My 14 roadster is 33 5/8” from inside screw to inside screw.

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Got a few photos from the tour, hopefully more to come. Andy Redwood Empire Model T Club 31332C31-33B9-4CEC-B949-1B01B2494DA4.jpeg FD8288D3-E2A6-4A83-B837-CA5EEF33AC1B.jpeg 93E461A4-6AE3-4C1C-846E-5E61502F591B.jpeg 1807DAD4-F485-4980-BC9C-ADC501F6E12F.jpeg 8D4A4EEF-A006-4A50-B418-7C29FD5B4250.jpeg

I for one am just happy the cars like this still exist.

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Yesterday we finished our staycation tour with a trip out to the Point Reyes National Seashore and a barbecue. It was pretty chilly when we got to the cost but then the sun broke through and it warmed up nicely. When people send in their photos I’ll get some posted. After I process everything I’ll s...

Nothing like a speedster rally. Looks like great country to tour.

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Yesterday, Day 2 of the staycation, we traveled through the Alexander Valley appellation. Lots and lots of grapes and wineries. We got away from the cold wind at the coast and were able to tour in T shirts. We stopped for lunch at the Warm Springs dam and learned all about their fish hatchery. They ...

Yesterday was day one of our staycation overnighter. We are staying home but treating it like a three day overnighter. We are running three tours from our 2018 national tour. Yesterday we went up the coast to Fort Ross an original Russian trading outpost. Upon our return we wound down with a happy h...

Her is a photo of Jeannine and I with the Mercury and the cup we got to take home. I haven’t gotten a pic with the big trophy.

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I really just want to thank Chris and everyone that works so hard to put on this event. For the participants everything ran smooth and I had a great time. I also want to thank everythat participated in both the endurance run and low land tours. Saw old acquaintances, made some new friends and missed...

Your problem sounds like the classic old round tube radiator issues. As a couple guys already painted out, as the radiator ages it looses conductivity between the fins and the tubes. While the radiator still works to some extent, once it gets hot it lacks the capacity to cool. Unfortunately you are ...

Results.

3rd place - Dani and Dan McEachern
2nd place - Paul and Alexandria Allen (very nice Paco replica, hope someone got photos)
1st place - Andy and Jeannine Clary

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I don’t really take a lot of pictures, here’s a couple.

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After cruising through the Santa Cruz mountains, Peter and Maria Jorgensen enjoyed the coveted first donut.

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All loaded up and heading to Santa Clara this morning. A nice afternoon at the Bertolotti collection and a BBQ dinner. Tomorrow we’ll find out what I forgot to do to the Mercury. Results on Monday.

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