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The key to any top job is the foundations, ie. the hood bows.If you can set them up yourself, you will save the top fitter a deal of time. The reverse of this is if he/she has to rework what you have done to be able to do a nice job.
The top and the upholstery are the obvious finishing touches, so some expertise will go a long way in making a...

I would like to purchase your bracket. Will call you.

Less end play is better, but other factors also affect whether a T will start on magneto or not. The condition of the spark plugs and the spark plug gaps will affect starting, as will the condition of the timer and the adjustment of the spark advance lever. Dirty or thick oil will make starting more difficult. Any problems with wiring, the magneto...

I would be interested in a pair I think.

Norm and Dolores were kind and gracious enough to offer the back seat of their touring to Teresa and I on the San Diego tour 2 years ago. I had read his posts for years and was honored to meet him and his wonderful wife. We were their guests for 2 days of touring and witnessed his love for the region and saw how to drive a model T like a T is...

I've got # 15154151 in my TT.

How about 100.00

When I was taking apart my TT Closed Cab after purchase, in the note pad pocket/bin inside the cab I found a 2 1/2 long silver pencil holder/cap & chain with an old pencil stub.. Would be a perfect match for a pencil like yours...

Agree. Just remove tacks or staples at the rear curtain where the straps are tacked (might be staples) by lifting up the top cover. Do same at front bow, and replace each strap at a time.

Did similar on my touring, straps were ok but pads were torn and worn, so had to remove the whole top cover. Difficulty is rather low, just remove, add, and...

I'm very happy with my 18v Dewalt.
It takes a while if starting from zero, but does a good job.

If you call Lang’s or Chaffins they may have some good used NH cores they will sell. Lang’s has good used parts to sell they don’t advertise. Good luck.

I'll take the narrow ones, bill.

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I will take it Melba. I'll send a check out tomorrow. Shoot me an email with shipping costs please.

Car is SOLD. Thanks MTFCA

Search the fourm I'm pretty sure I posted one awhile back if not I probably have a bare body. Why is ebay always the 1st response this fourm is the best place to find parts support you local club parts guys

Here is an example of what I am referring to...
A tundra forum I belong has this functionality and I do realize it is a different software pkg running their forum.

If our current forum doesn't support this, how much effort would it be to upgrade?
Its really nice clicking play in a thread instead of being taken away from the forum....

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Agree! Good job. I have a Heinze that I need to get off my butt and go through. Thanks for the tips.

Got it. I'll let you know.

yep Brent! You spend years looking for something, finely find one, buy it, then 20 more pop up at a lower price and better condition. :)

No worries - just had my right one done a week ago !

It is not libel if it is true, and warnings against scam phone numbers are posted all over the internet...it most certainly is not libel. Thanks to the Defense Department divulging my every aspect of my being, 11 years ago, I get scam #'s more than periodically, and most of the time I can find that number on the internet being listed as one scam...

Model T switch tumblers were made from pot metal that often swells and gives problems after the last 100 years.
Add a bit of rust on the steel parts and it gets stiff.
Careful lubrication and working it can sometimes bring it back around, be careful not to break it.

If the tumbler does need replacing it is not a quick / easy job but possible.
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All my srater equippef T's run on 6 volt standard systems.
It helps that my son works in the solar power industry and he makes my battery leads, probably a bit on the overkill side.
The biggest problem is purchasing 6 volt, 18 watt festoon bulbs for the indicator lamps I use! I think I now have another lifetime supply in my stash.

Allan from...

Here is an illustration (derived from Ford parts drawings) of why the early clutch drum distance plate was so important.

You can see how there is a gap (blue) of @ .057 to .058 between the front face of the lug and the inner drum wall. Enough room to completely jam up a .040 to .042 thick loose clutch disk that would work its way off the back of...

Would having a second person clamping low and reverse together still have too much backlash?

Hi - I have several sets of TT auxiliary brakes that I can sell as long as you are not in a hurry.
Email me NWPorter@Mindspring.com and I will let you know what I have.
Thanks. Neil

Email sent.

Located a Watts clutch. Thanks to those who responded!

Heart of Iowa met in Grinnel for lunch then most went on to view the art museum. Nice day for a drive in the coupe. Mid Feb feels like April 1 here.

Rebuilt the $10 headlights and gave them a lick of paint.

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Just like last year, the swap meet organizers have arranged for free camping just steps away from the main gate. And, this year I hear they are providing a porta potty outside the main gate too. Thumbs up!
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Going to Michael.

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That looks like them

Bill I sent you an email.

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Sold to Jesse pending payment. Jesse I sent you an email reply.

I have Neverout license plate brackets on both my '13s. My roadster is exactly like yours.

Commutators?
Commutator Timers?
Commutator Brushes?

Ask this guy for a better photo of the logo...

Sold to Larry.

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Mike makes perfect sense. There is no need for the dog chasing tail scenario of modification fix a previous modification and then having to repeat same over again. The stuff to do what has been done in the video is all available. There is no need to re-invent the wheel at every step.
Allan from down under.

Hey..…VinTin23... Was there time this weekend to apply some corrective measures???

Which whistle has the deepest train sound?

We will be there again this year. I thought last year was great considering it was the first year moving the Chickasha meet to Duncan. I sold very well and bought a lot of things. Hope to see everyone there this year. We are already loading the trailer ......

I had to temporarily swap a 26 engine in my 23 touring when I wrecked a rod a week before a tour. I had to custom make the floorboards to fit the 23 floor and 26 pedals.

How about 1,100.00 for the three?

That would be quite the cacophony on one vehicle!

Karl,
I sent pm re aluminum top.

Thanks
Dave Cordner
14 Touring, 22 Depot hack, 26 Roadster pickup, + projects

Thanks , you guys are great !!

When I think about the remains of T’s from 09-13 that were scrapped during that period of time it makes me cringe. But that’s what happened to early V8’s too.

Looks like a Rootlieb kit to me. Speedsters are worth 7-12K for the most part. Use that as a start to determine value.

On this one, wheels add to value, as does the Ruckstel. Looks like a real nice paint job. Cannot see much else.

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Sold. Thanks

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With so many people having either BEEN scammed or have been the target of an attempt, I'm surprised that no one has yet started a post listing scammers' phone numbers or email addresses

How about 1,100.00 for the three?

Thank you! Now I just need video sponsors! :) More views on the Model T stuff would be nice too...

Speedy Bill's Museum is still full of Model T stuff.

Craig Beek's Model T Museum in Moline, Illinois might be worth a stop. Frank Brandi could tell you more.

Always enjoy your pix
Thanks for posting
Gordon Clayton

I'm going to look in my junk box...I could be a rich man :lol: :lol: :roll: :roll:

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Hi, no shunt, Bob.

My wife helped me with her phone - I'm technically challenged & then some ! Just came back on tonight - been down for 3 days !

Thanks for all the reply's & suggestions .I was able to get what I needed from family that's raised Percheron's and involved with horse pulling. I wanted old not new . Thanks Erik Did not know Tandy still had a business in the Twin Cities.

Another supposed aftermarket carburetor attachment for different choke positions? Turning it over without the two stops maybe but with the one position stops ??? Overthinking on this one?

Chris Barker, you are absolutely correct! Great to read substantive discussion beyond superficial acceptance and agreement. Thank you for your post.

The motivation in my posting the pictorial representation of of ECCT multi spark test results was to clarify what the multi spark charts really mean for those new or unfamiliar with interpreting...