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Steve has moved out of his house and into Winfield Rest Haven.

If you wish to call him or send him a card he would be most appreciative.

Been a rough few years and I took a hiatus for some time but I’m doing okay and will be around again.
Some of you may remember me as the wiring harness guy, sold them all thanks to you guys and thanks. Helped with my mom’s care but sadly she passed in 2021.
This June, health issues finally took my wife.
My brother in law passed shortly afterwards...

Hi,
I bought a spare tire for my Roadster. One spoke looks bad, 3 others do not look good.
Therefore I want to remove these 4 spokes, to see, if I could fix them with glue.
Could you please give a hint how I could remove the first spoke without destroying it.
I think if the first spoke is removed, to remove the others should not be a challenge....

Pat’d Dec 9, 1908 Original Black paint. No chips or cracks in blue, red or clear glasses. Complete with operable burner. Panel just below lamp square and above font is painted over brass. Doesn’t appear to stand erect but should mount well. Only $85 + FedEx
gwhouse731(at)gmail(dot)com

Nice looking Waltham dash clock. Came with some T parts that I bought. The hands move, I don’t know how to wind it.
The face measures about 3.25” diameter.

$50 plus shipping in the U.S.

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….precise placement of brass Murphy fasteners on a 1914 firewall. I have sheet And cast Murphy fasteners. Presume the latter.. Many thanks

I recently purchased a Dixie model axle rebuild stand made by Service Station Equipment Company (SSECO). It is missing the foldable extension that supports the torque tube and holds the tool tray. Does anyone have one of this style that they'd be willing to take a bunch of detailed photos and measurements of? I can get close with the advertising...

Looking for an old form that had how to get in the ballpark of the value of a ModeT. I thought Steve Jelf put it together. It had various levels from a show car to a pile of parts and several add this and deduct this values in the descriptions. Anyone have a copy?

From years back.., keeping my word to assist in the parts that do not exist. Installing a Vega Steering Box, High angle wedge for the column drop, and custom billet aluminum windshield stanchions. Posting this to show others how to do it. The key in making these, you must use a variable speed metal capable band saw at half speed, canning wax as a...

Well, here is my latest bring home item.
M37 remnants
Will probably resell at some point but i just literally saved it from going to the junk man, still has the transfer case and such. Extremely rusty ,frame stretched,

At the local Wal Mart, the little square sticks at the checkout counter to divide one customer's stuff from another's seem to be gone. Are we, the Public, now considered to be too unstable to have access to such things?

Just starting this month’s thread.

And I swapped the trickle charger from the ‘27 to the ‘14. ;)

Eric

I am getting to the point (at incredibly long last) where I am actually going to be assembling the rolling chassis for my 26 speedster. A while back I fitted all the parts for the rear axle, but there were some things still to do to the drop brackets that had to be completed before I could assemble everything. I will be posting some more details...

Does anyone have CAD files of the T engine and its associated parts? I am interested in making a 3D printed replica (not life size, much smaller); mainly for educational purposes. I like the idea of being able to have a little plastic engine that functions a little bit for demonstration purposes.

25 Carburetors for one price. Kingston, Holley, Schebler, Zenith. Price for the lot $100. Prefer pick up in Lake Elsinore, CA. Mark Chaffin (951) 805-0928

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Looking for some photos of period signage that would have been used on any type of delivery vehicles 1900-15. Horse drawn wagons are fine as well. Looking for some ideas and styles to get a layout for my delivery car project.

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Hello all,

Does anyone have any Edison spark plugs for our cars?

Thanks in advance

Manny Kourounis

The 40 Chevy truck has been traded for a beautiful 1966 Ford Mustang. My wife has always wanted a Ford Mustang sense the day she was old enough to drive but her dad said it was to dangerous. Yesterday her dream came true. I'm going to upgrade the front brakes to disk to give better stopping power but other than that its ready to go.

I have a stromberg of which i bought from one of the rebuilders and never used .project is now gone so i will let it go for $550 including shipping to 48 .can text pictures

I have a foam filter, aside from not looking right, most of the antique air cleaners ive seen go up and towards the exhaust. If anyone is selling one per chance I'd love to buy it.

Edit: I am open for any old cyclone type filters, even off an old tractor or something, I say that cause some of the cleaners I was offered get pricy, don't doesn't...

Hello all! New member here, working on rebuilding a 24-25(?) TT I procured up here in Maine, and have been slowly piecing it together ever since.

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So far, the old girls been pretty cooperative, and has shown no issues in the course of my inspection and repairs (save for the radiator and wheels). The engine has good...

Large estate Auction November 22, 2025 of early Model T cars, parts, tools and equipment. Google Sam Cipriano Estate Auction for listing and bidding information. This will be the first auction of three of Sams extensive collection of early Model T parts, cars, bodies, etc.

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A BIG thank you to all the Veterans. Today and every day.

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I have reproduced the Lejay Hi Ball Fencer charger kit.
It will make a great addition to your workshop and a great conversation piece.
The kit includes all new parts and full instructions for assembly.
The DIY kit IS $29.95 plus postage of around $10.00
The complete unit is available for $64.95 installed on your coil. Your coil will be refinished...

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3 pieces. $75 includes shipping to lower 48.

PayPal or Check/ MO is fine.

Contact email via forum.

I recently acquired a beautiful 1910 Holley 5 ball and getting ready to try it out. Many thanks to Kim for offering it to me. I'm interested in hearing from others who have run these carbs. How do they perform? How are they primed before starting? Any tips, suggestions, etc. appreciated.
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I have a lazy, drooping outside door handle on a 27 coupe. Is there a way to rebuild the door opening/locking mechanism by replacing a spring, or do I need to replace the whole assembly? If my assembly can be repaired, how difficult a job is it?

45 magnetos and parts offered as one lot! Bosch, Eismann, American Electric, WICO, Case. $500 for all! Pick up in Lake Elsinore, CA. Mark Chaffin (951)805-0928

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For Sale: Ford Service Manuals. These are original hard cover books. It is like the modern reprint but a little larger and the pictures are much clearer. In very good condition. I have 2 books, one dated 1925 the other dated 1926, both are in similar very good condition. $70 each plus $7 media rate USPS postage in USA. Personal check preferred....

2025 production was largest number ever and yet I am down to my last few, so do not delay if you're considering purchasing one...I anticipate they'll be gone in a week or two.

there will be no more made until March 2026 - winter weather permitting (my shop gets COLD!!)

EMAIL ME DIRECTLY OR THROUGH THE FORUM - PLEASE NO PM'S

thank you

The driver lost control of his car on a grade and plunged 50 feet to the creek below, June 29, 1921. He died three days later from injuries sustained in the accident.

OK. I have a silly question.

I have a '27 touring that I am putting new glass and rims on.
They also need the rope seal replaced. One side was missing the other side just peeled off.
What was used to keep the seal in place? Where they built facing up so they really didn't need any stick'em?
Any ideas would be great.

Thank you

Steve B.

Some KW. Some Ford. Only $50 Gently used. + free delivery lower 48. gwhouse731(at)gmail(dot)com

Completely disassembled and cleaned, new float, float valve, venturi, choke spring, reconditioned spray needle and spray nozzle, throttle shaft bushing installed, test run. $325 postpaid to continental USA email: wlkma9@gmail.com

Hi all, I have this great truck conversion chassis free to a good home. Very nice condition, you can still see the pinstripes on the side of the frame.
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Comes with.lots of extra t parts. Fenders, touring car doors, wooden wheels, all free!

For sale, one 1909 Atwood Castle Brass headlight model number 84. $400 plus shipping to lower 48.Best way to reach me is through text message, my number is 419-217-8884.

These are all single stack field coils with 3/8” windings. There is 31 in this stack. There will be a minimum total of 40 and possibly up to 50 by the time I get them all in one place. Located in Wisconsin between Milwaukee & Madison just off the interstate. Make a reasonable offer. Email only. Please do not pm. Please do not post here (including...

Good evening! I rebuilt my '13 engine this past spring and had cause to pull it again to fix a couple of things (one of my own mess-ups and one from another guy). The main bearing caps caught my eye as two seem narrower than they should be. Plus, there are a couple of gaps that concern me. Someone else who rebuilds Model T engines did the...

Nice shape. Only $40 + FedEx.
gwhouse731(at)gmail(dot)com

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Five N.O.S. Made in Canada Champion X Spark Plugs. Asking $250 plus shipping.

Set of Model T transmission reamers. The set includes the following:
Ford #3327-B Transmission Driving Plate Reaamer
Ford #3309 Transmission Slow Speed Gear Reamer
Ford #3314 1/2 Transmission Triple Gear Flange Reamer
Ford #3304 Transmission Reverse Gear Reamer
These look near new. Asking $400 plus shipping

For Sale Reproduction Early Model T Transmission Door Cover, Note no Made in USA. Currently no longer made. Asking $110 includes shipping to Cont U.S.

Foe Sale Flat Brass Brake and Pedal Trim Set asking $100 includes shipping to Cont U.S. Note: Langs retail is $117.95 plus shipping.

Believe later “boot scraper” style. See elongated carriage bolt hole. Others are good. Only $40 + FedEx
gwhouse731(at)gmail(dot)com

This 1931 Model A Tudor was owned by a gentleman who suddenly passed last year. I am trying to sell it for his wife. Needs work but not dents on the body. I have no idea about the engine. $10,000. Located in Bullhead City, Arizona.

None are “pairs”. Burners on left and right $40 each. Burner in middle $50. Free mailing in lower 48 in bubble envelopes. gwhouse731(at)gmail(dot)com

Believed never used but black rubber hose is rotten. Air valve and PSI dial is operable. Handle is 2 piece. Only $40 plus ‘the ride’. gwhouse731(at)gmail(dot)com

I have a set of 5 brass T wire wheel hub caps & a set of brass, early block FORD caps available - $100 a set + the ride. Photos on request.

Hi….Is anyone rebuilding brass carburetors?

All these switches are used.
Number 1, 2 & 3 are 1919-1925 .
Number 1 sale sold to Rick
Number 3 sale pending to Ed
Number 4 is a 1927(sold to Shannon)
$30 each plus shipping
Brackets are $10 each plus shipping
I accept PayPal Friends/Family or check use the Forum to email or PM me if interested

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So, there are a few rim manufacturers out there that will roll new lock ring rims, but only 1 of them makes the actual lock rings. They are a custom hot rolled steel profile that gets rolled to mate up to each rim diameter. 2 profiles are traditionally available, “heavy” for the larger cars, and “light” for our more nimble autos.

As my luck...

What are the road rules for Model T's and other vintage cars in the state of Pennsylvania? May be moving there someday and Id like to know what I have to look forward to.

A guy is selling a wipe on patina in a can for about $160 per quart.
It is suposed to bring back the shine, protect the rusty surface, and remaining finish from further damage.

Is this stuff really worth it?
Linseed oil?

Gee, am I glad that I bought my Stromberg OF-1 carburetor, just a year or two ago when they were reasonable. Current listings for them on EBAY and elsewhere, make me think sellers are planning on retiring on their sale income.

If anyone had Les' email or if you see this Les, please email me about Patterson gears.

Rocky Mountain Brake parts for 1909-25 rear axle. Everything shown in the pictures.

There is only one brake band and it looks decent and the lining looks to still have some life left in it.

The mounting brackets are usable. One has a groove worn in it probably from a brake band or wheel coming loose. The other one has been ground on a little....

Set of 3 1909-25 removable ear transmission bands.

$30 plus shipping in the U.S.

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Yesterday I was pouring about a dozen 4th mains to bore out. I came across about 3 that had no oil hole in them. Were these early ones before Ford found out they needed the oil hole?
Think I have seen one more that I remember.
Inquiring minds want to know. Dan

Here are some actual early photos from my collection. Feel free to screen grab 🙂
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I have a 25 roadster and am looking for a pickup box. (25 preferable) Most of the ones I see are pretty rough. I really don’t have any idea how much they are worth. I just looked at one but it needs a ton of work. Any advice on value, condition, etc would be much appreciated. Thanks, Ray

What's the best headgasket steel or copper?

What do you know about Sterling Spark plugs? I picked a set of eight up, still in the box and they are in very nice shape. They look a lot like a straight side Champion x. They are marked 1/2 inch for fords. From what little research I've done, I can't find much about them. Other than the fact that they're antiques spark plugs, which is kind of a...

For Sale, Crankshaft fan pully... Adjustable crankshaft fan belt pulley, 3-3/4 diameter, 1917-27. $40 plus shipping
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Here’s a Facebook Maketplace listing I saw today and I know nothing about the Truck or the owner than what’s on Facebook. He’s asking 4900.00 for it and may be to much since it’s not running but it’s not a rusted up back fourty find. Seems to be all there ?.
Anymore information wanted contact the owner through Facebook

I have just finished assembling 3 mufflers to take to next weekend's Bendigo Swap meet.
The ends are metal spinning. The brackets and deflectors are laser cut duplicates of originals.
The centre pipe is standard T exhaust pipe, but the first two inches is expanded so the original pipe will slide into it. This creates a shoulder, up to which the...

Hi all,
I've been driving my 25 Touring a bit and have to pretty much hold the wheel tightly all the time. I looked under the engine and noticed that one of the radius rod arms has a very slight bend in it. Possibly from a long ago accident I assume. Would that have a lot to do with the car's tracking problem? Also is there a way to straighten the...

Bosch Distributor for sale. This came with a bunch of T parts I just bought and I’ve never run a distributor on my T’s so I don’t know much about it.

The shaft turns, the cap has a couple little chunks missing but should still work. The rotor looks good. It looks like the body of the distributor has had some damage in the past and look to have...

This Klaxon horn is about 11 long, 6 tall and 4 wide. It has the mounting bracket and a nice original Klaxon plate. Really nice original and blows LOUD! Price is 185.00 including FedEx Ground shipping with insurance in the USA. I don't check messages here but call me at 734-730-4274 or email me directly at motoringicons@hotmail.com Thanks.

A large and early triple horn that is 11 tall and about 6 wide. It is made by SMA Le Cyrano, Paris. It is in excellent condition and an older restoration. It was clear coated years ago. This is a great brass horn that would date from about 1905 to 1911ish. It could be used for a larger American or European automobile. The price is 500.00 including...

I bought these unfinished from a gent. I'm not going to use them just wanting my money of them 100$ plus s&h they are stainless need finishing what you see is what I have

Brand New 6 Volt Model T Starter Field Coils and everything needed to install them.
$59 + shipping (usually under $10) - Compare at OVER $100 for the Wilsons

These are also Epoxy dipped with plastic insulators between the fields and will likely last well over 100 years.
Note - the post is Silver Soldered and pre-installed

I have ONE 6v starter I built that a customer ended up not needing that I can ship right now - no waiting.

Best Possible quality rebuild.
PRICE DROP! $325!!

Now that I make literally every part in these units except the housing and the armatures, I can pass some savings on to everyone.

New field coils with silver soldered post (yes, I now make...

Building a 1914 speedster with a brass vee radiator and a dropped front axle. How many leaves can you remove from the front spring and still be safe? The bottom spring leave has been dearched some not sure how much..

For the rear spring how many leaves can be removed safely to lower the frame without Zeeing or cutting the frame. I'm using a 13/14...

FS. 09/10 double twist brass horn with cover. New screen, repro reed and repro brass adapter tube. Tube wrap is correct oval vs round and has horizontal inlet vs angled. Excellent show condition,, has no mfr. stamped name, otherwise identical to Rubes or Nonpariel. $700.00 plus freight.
Scott. Text or call 513 three seven eight 4235 or...

Model T ball cap re-babbitted and bored to Standard or you specified diameter ...price is $50.00 + exchange + $19.30 priority flat rate mail in lower 48 states or actual postage outside this area or INTERNATIONAL ...Gene French 970-581-2808 or gfrench1953@hotmail.com
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Model A Ford connecting rod mold used to pour babbitt bearings ... bearing is poured at 1 5/16 inch diameter with approx. .03 per side excess material on side flanges ... this allows for finish machining to any reasonable undersize or to standard diameter ...price $110 + $19.30 postage in lower 48 states ...actual postage outside this area ...Gene...

connecting rod mold for Model T Babbitt connecting rods... pours bearing at 1 1/8 diameter with excess material on side flanges for finish machining ...price $110 plus $19.30 priority mail postage in lower 48 states ...actual postage outside this area or international … gene French 49519 cr.23 Nunn,Co. 80648 phone 970-581-2808 t rod1.JPG t rod.JPG

Babbitt bearing mold for model A Ford mainbearings … this mold will pour both the block and caps in the model A engine … mold pours bearings at 1 1/2 diameter to allow material for finish machining to standard or any reasonable undersize crankshaft sizes … written instructions are included as are my email or phone support … price $175.00 + $19.30...

Hello,
I need another 1912 front fender iron. Preferably the one with the eyelet or no cutout at all (i.e. I'll drill it myself)
If you have one, please let me know. Thanks!

Well I finally got to installing my new copper head gasket and my new (to me) head...and of course one of the head bolts stripped in the block.

I had cleaned out all the holes and ran a tap through them to clean up the threads beforehand. I also checked that the new bolts were not too long for the holes. Many of the holes had already been...

Scintilla Magneto Ignition switch. Good chance this is an aircraft switch but would look great in the dash of a speedster. Switch moves nicely with good positive detents. Measures about 3.25” diameter.

$75 plus shipping in the U.S.

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Bead breaker for clincher tires, It says Pat applied for USA & Canada.
$80 plus $22 shipping in the lower 48. Text or call is the best form of contact for me.
423-2eight4-9750
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For sale: spindle body and arm $50 plus postage

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For sale: I have 2 fatman steering wheels. 1st one is a Bauer and the 2nd one is a Spencer. Wood is very good condition. Have not done any cleaning or polishing so you can make it what you want. Have a key for the Spencer. They are $500 each plus postage.
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For sale: Rayfield carburetor and intake manifold $350 plus shipping
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New price is $300 plus shipping

for sale: original exhaust manifold with lovers. very good condition. $200 plus freight
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