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If you don't know for a fact that your rear axle doesn't contain old Babbitt thrust washers, you have to open it up and find out, whether that's the source of your thunk or not. Chances are, it is. If this is your first time you will spend more than a day on it. Don't be intimidated. It ain't rocke...

I am not excluding an engine pull, I would prefer to examine all outcomes first rather than doing that. Would a conversion to a 12v starter avoid the engine pull? Going to 12 volts opens a new set of problems that won't address the starter jamming. The Bendix assembly can't take the shock of 12 vol...

J1MGOLDEN wrote: ↑
Thu Jul 14, 2022 12:06 pm
That 6 Volt Starter does not mind using a 12 Power Pack to start the engine.

My 12 Volt Power Pack seemed to mind a lot and will no longer take a recharge.

The starter motor can handle it, but the Bendix won't for long.

The way the circuit is designed the total current flows through the switch which is a considerable amperage draw. This can play havoc with the contacts. For that reason I only use the starter switch to activate a relay. Heavy duty relays are available from the vendors. I still use an original starte...

I'm a believer in delivering filtered air to an engine. I use the spring loaded foam filter available from vendors. I live in humid Alabama. I've seen condensation on the outside of the manifold, but run with no issues. With the filter against the hogs head it may pick up some heat, but I'm not usin...

Probably better to contact Mike via direct e-mail then let everyone here know the answer.

Bob Broihahn-S.W. Wi wrote: ↑
Mon Jun 20, 2022 10:30 am
I can’t remember where the spark plug wire on 27 coil box go. I have the timer wires on the top and spark wires on the bottom row

That is correct. Just make sure the firing order is correct at the timer. 1-2-4-3

I know the pinion bearing setup is available from Birdhaven. I don't know the status of the VRs.

So I made up a test light to run a lead from mag post to light per the John Regan design using an 1156 bulb, and a lead to ground. Ran the car on BATTERY. And whaddahyahknow....... the light on the mag post glows briliantly! So it's not the mag. Further investigation to follow! Mag is working, but ...

The car runs fine on BATTERY. But no MAG. ------>No lube in switch. Dry <----- Have you checked the magneto output at the hogs head? Also when you were testing for continuity, you didn't state the point to point so to me all that was meaningless. There are Model T guys in your area that should be a...

I found that on the plastic back switch plates you can get trace metal on the plate. I solved the problem by using a dremmel cutting wheel to cut a groove across the track.

I'd just replace the entire unit. Several types available at Lang's. Here is an example of just some of them. http://www.modeltford.com/pl.aspx?t=s&v ... &s=&page=2

Pretty easy to bend steel line. Many auto parts stores sell a relatively inexpensive hand held bending tool for brake line. The tool helps to prevent kinks.

What is the body style?

Windsor maroon is the color I pained my 26. Paint types are listed here. http://www.mtfca.com/encyclo/P-R.htm#paint1

If you can't find anyone local, this business did an excellent job on the shell for my 1926. https://gravesplating.com/

I am relatively new to the model T world and am trying to repack the front wheel bearings for the first time. My inner bearings are not stuck on the spindle as is the case with the original poster of this thread. Mine seems to be stuck in the hub. On all the wheel bearings I’ve ever worked on the i...

My question is does your block have the hole for the NH throttle rode to pass through? If not use the conversion kit available. see http://www.modeltford.com/item/6299CL.aspx

Here is your hardware. http://www.modeltford.com/item/50537MK.aspx

I suggest you check your Anderson timer for correct timing. My fiend Bill and I set ours up and it makes a big difference. Yes are cam covers are properly centered. Take a large sheet of construction paper. Place an hole in the center with a slit to the outside edge. Remove plugs but keep connected ...

If you don't have a turn signal controller with 4 way flashers built in there is a very simple solution. With a single pole single throw switch (simply on/off) run a wire from one side to the switch, then from the switch to the other side. with the switch in the off position, you have normal turn si...

That care is in better shape than the car I restored. Would be a relatively simple job to bring it back to life.

Who supplies John Regan's plastic coil box parts? [/size] John's Fun Projects company was bought by the folks at Birdhaven. I've heard they've had trouble keeping his products in stock and have discontinued some, along with the website. I don't know the status of the coil box kit. I do know that or...

I use clear RTV at my hose connections. It takes care of irregular surfaces and makes it easy to remove the hose at a later date. To remove just loosen the clamp and rotate the hose and it breaks free. The metal parts wont rust into the hose making it hard to remove the hose later.

You will probably want to change the needle on the NH carb to the 26/27 type. Do you have the linkage for going over the top or a hole in the block and new arm for the throttle rod? http://www.modeltford.com/item/6213B.aspx

I recently learned that inner axle seals should be installed with gear oil RTV. Other sealants are likely to leak. Screen Shot 2021-10-20 at 10.00.37 AM.png Steve, that sealant is great for the housing and spool, but not so great for the modern inner seal as it doesn't adhere and harden. Ultra blac...

I think the filters sold today are adequate, but they do interfere with a heat stove installation. I'd like to adapt a Donaldson type dry filter and mount it on the radiator stay rod and run a pipe down to the carburetor, somewhat like an 8 N Ford tractor breather pipe. A pipe within a pipe arrange...

Some radiator shops can hot dip the tank then apply ethanol resistant red coat to the inside of the tank. You will have to repaint the outside. Be sure to tape off the threaded reas before the shop red coats the inside. It is hard to get out of the threaded parts.

With the key and lights off, Use a Digital Multi meter set to ohms. Connect one probe to the fuse holder (fuse out the side going to the terminal block) the other to ground. You probably a reading of zero ohms or very few ohms Next disconnect one circuit at a time from the terminal board. When you g...

You might want to check with the folks at Lang's. They are relatively close and may be able to help you.

Thanks. What speed do you drive your car at in overdrive? Speed depends on road conditions. I don't use it to go faster unless on very good surface with plenty of sight distance. Mostly use is to lower RPM for any given speed. My car does cruise well at about 40 mph on a good road (clocked by anoth...

Seems to be normal. Mine does it and several on the forum have mentioned that.

A switch with tabs I would sent to Ben Martin. Call him as he doesn't do e-mail. 770-938-3376

Professor Fate wrote: ↑
Mon Sep 13, 2021 4:32 pm
I have the wood blocks.
Don't have smaller washers.
And there's no way the assembled headache will go in thru the frame from above without substantial drilling. Not drilling. Gotta be another way. Like cutting the spring length down.

Make the washers you have smaller. File or grinding wheel

ecory0 wrote: ↑
Sat Aug 28, 2021 9:52 pm
Woah, the coats machines are thousands of dollars!!!!

The Coats 220 is a manual machine that I purchased used.

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what about this guy: tirre.PNG Doubt that will do the job. I have a Coates 220 I use for motorcycle tires and it handles wheels up to 21 inches. Clincher rims won't fit the machine, so if the Coates won't hold the rim, I seriously doubt the Harbor Freight unit will. Also the profiles of a clincher ...

It also helps to "Tune" your Anderson timer. Contacts are not exactly right for correct time of firing. My friend came up with a system and we set a large construction paper circle over the crank handle and marked where each cylinder fired. We adjusted the contacts on the housing so that 1 and 4 fir...

Send your switch to Ben Martin. He doesn't do e-mail. His number is 770-938-3376

Ken Buhler wrote: ↑
Mon Aug 02, 2021 12:51 am
Bruce,
I apologize for the duration. I have created a file with many photos of the cowl restore procedure and am looking for guidance to post so many photos in order with commentary.
Ken Buhler

You may need to make several posts with 3 or so photos in each post.

JBog wrote: ↑
Tue Jul 27, 2021 6:57 pm
Is ultra black not strong enough? Sorry, I haven't replaced a head gasket.

Ultra black is not used on head gaskets. Copper coat on some though.

John.Zibell wrote: ↑
Fri Jul 16, 2021 9:31 am
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Bill didn't accept my offer. Waiting to see if he decides to accept.

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Yes hub and axle could be worn. New axles alone may solve your issue as they are a bit longer than the original to compensate for worn parts. You do not have safety or floating hubs. Close up pictures of the axle and emergency brake linings would help as if worn this would be a good time to re-line ...

YellowTRacer wrote: ↑
Wed Jun 23, 2021 5:23 pm
John, will do but there's someone ahead of you, and its a done deal, check is in the mail.

Ed aka #4

Congratulations on the sale. Darn it missed another one.

No, Van not thinning out the herd but it's becoming a habit lately, very old friends, surviving relatives etc. call and ask if I'll help them with the remaining "family" car. Or as in this case, the owner has done so many favors for me, so I offered to help him sell his car. I think it's a great pr...

What timer are you using? If an Anderson type you may need to adjust the tabs to get each cylinder firing at the correct point.

When you do install the new timing gear, be sure to check the clearance to the generator gear. I had to add an extra gasket to the generator mount to get the spacing correct.

The closer you put the fuse (25 amp) to the power source (starter switch) the better. With the floor boards out not to difficult. A search of the forum should give your the routing diagram and Ron Patterson's schematic will help.

Only one filament should light at a time. The filaments should be one above the other. Top filament low beam (dim) lower filament bright (high beam). Modern bulbs give you a left right shift so I re-oriented the bulb holder in the headlight. Also condition of the reflector makes a big difference in ...

Do you mean to say you have the RH bracket and backing plate? The right side mount is different from the left. Lang's has the brackets and mounting plates. You jay need to get the LH tail light assembly just to get the light. Also I converted to dual filament (turn signals and brake lights) but you ...

When you put the seal in be sure to orient the open side (with the spring) toward where the oil would come from, that is facing the hogs head.

Find a radiator shop that can hot tank the fuel tank, then coat with ethanol resistant liner. Be sure to have that shop mask off the threaded areas so the liner doesn't foul the threads. Then paint the exterior of the tank. Since no one is making tanks any more this should make it last for a very lo...

dmdeaton wrote: ↑
Tue May 11, 2021 10:07 pm
What are u guys heating up with a heat gun?

There is a plastic component that is attached to the master cylinder. You heat that up a bit so it installs easily. If you download the instructions you will see the reference.

Reproduction ammeters for the 26/27 model years are cheap junk. They are no where near close to reading correctly. When I purchased my voltage regulator from John Regan he was kind enough to loan me an accurate ammeter to adjust the third brush. So that said, find an accurate ammeter and hook it up ...

Good thing the Model T is Negative ground so you don't have to reverse the polarity of the socket you put on the car. I have added a cigarette lighter socket to my T to power my Garmin.

1952 Ford F1. Had one on the farm when I was growing up. I really like the grill on them.

Are you talking about the connector on the end of the harness or the part in the headlight itself? In either case both are replaceable. https://www.modeltford.com/item/6592X.aspx and https://www.modeltford.com/item/6574X.aspx If the sleeve in the headlight is bent, you should be able to straighten it.

Antifreeze discussions rival oil discussions. What is meant by clean water is water than does not contain minerals (like hard water). Despite Internet recommendations distilled water isn't good either. The process that makes it causes the water ionically imbalanced. Essentially the distilled water ...

Ben uses only original parts that he flattens and embeds with glue. His work is top flight. If it looks like it might have new parts it would not be his. Actually on my switch (pin type) he used a quality reproduction I can't remember the source for the switch back but it is a very good part and wi...

Bright and dim (high and low) are determined by which filament is on. The top filament results in low bean, and the lower filament high beam. The reflector shape determines where the light goes. These may actually have the filaments in the correct orientation as the new bulbs give you a left and rig...

An additional not restrictive sediment bowl shouldn't impact fuel flow. Something like this in line should do the trick. https://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/produ ... _vc=-10005

rgould1910 wrote: ↑
Fri Jan 15, 2021 9:47 am
How do you keep the red loctote from bleeding through?

I use very little and apply using a small stick or wire.

You could try here. http://americanvintagerims.com/

There isn't much material around the holes in the water outlet where the bolts go. I would use a helicoil in that application as not as much of the original material needs to be removed. I install helicoils with red loctite and let it harden for about an hour so they won't move.

I use clear RTV on hose connections. Seals well. When it is time to remove just twist/rotate the hose and it comes off easily.

What Bud said. Also it is good to squeeze the handle on the hand brake when pulling it back. It reduces wear on the ratchet.

I put the front and rear brackets from Lang's on my 26 Tudor. The front brackets just needed a little grinding to have the clearance to mount in position. The rear was a different story. I had to dissemble the brackets cut a wedge in them to make the bend to to the frame holes. Welded the cut back u...

I run on plain old regular. Ethanol hasn't been an issue for me. Works just fine. Any gasoline produced today is better that what they ran on when made.

Lang's sells a kit so you don't need the hole in the block. https://www.modeltford.com/item/6299CL.aspx

Maybe I'm being too picky and particular here, but what "worries" me is where, or who from, did you buy this car in which none of this was explained? Unless you have a bill of sale with said number listed on it, this number SHOULD be matching on the title, or you're in for a boatload of grief. To m...

I used these two items for the right side of my '25. It works fantastic, I used a double contact socket so I now have tail light/stop/turn on both. https://www.modeltford.com/item/6593TL-R.aspx https://www.modeltford.com/item/8785R.aspx If it weren't so cold and snowy out I would go out to the barn...

https://www.modeltford.com/item/3016.aspx

Take your pick. https://www.partsgeek.com/mmparts/spark ... del_t.html

I've found this kit from Lang's works just fine. It contact the hogs head so you get some heat. I still get a little condensation on humid days, but no icing. https://www.modeltford.com/item/CARB-FILT.aspx

I've been using non synthetic motorcycle oil since rebuilding my T. It it working well with the Turbo 400 Clutch and the engine. So far no issues and the clutch is working well.

If you question the spokes, replace them. As for the threads, you may be able to clean them up with this. https://www.modeltford.com/item/2815T.aspx

Available new and in aluminum but not cheap. At least now available. http://www.snjparts.com/Model-T-Gas-Tan ... JviQpQxdP0

I've been using a non synthetic motorcycle oil in 10W40. Motorcycle oil is formulated for use in applications where the engine and transmission share the same oil and for use with wet clutches. So it made sense to me to use in it my T.

I'm really wondering about the 100 psi expected with a Z head. I would expect more like 60-65 even on a fresh motor with the test being done at starter cranking speed on a warm motor with the throttle wide open and no extra oil added to the cylinder. Or.....(Maybe I need a new compression gauge). A...

Hank, glad everyone is OK. Straightening that sheet metal will be a good learning experience for your apprentices.

Ben doesn't do e-mail or computers. Call him at 770-938-3376 He does great work.

I used this system when I did my Tudor. https://www.por15.com/

Steve Jelf wrote: ↑
Tue Aug 11, 2020 11:09 am
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Adam Doleshal uses this gasket and says it's superior, so I'm going to give it a try. It also costs a little less than copper.

Steve, where can you get these? I look at a couple vendor sites and it isn't listed. Also searched on the name and part number and came up empty.

So the 3-speed box has neutral, as well? I'm figuring front disc brakes would a necessity with this modification. Rock Mountain, AC, or the modern disc brake setup is all you need. Front brakes would take considerable re-enforcement of the front axle support system. I have the modern Layne Warford ...

The instructions that came with the kit (anvil, punch and drill) for the tube rivets on the brake shoe have the head on the metal side, and the tube is on the lining side. Rivets are installed after the lining is drilled and counter sunk. https://www.modeltford.com/item/2566RVTL.aspx

Ive been using these for years. Charges both 6 and 12 volt batteries. https://www.cyclegear.com/accessories/m ... maintainer

I used one like that many years ago (late 1960s) Great for grinding valves. The vertical lever mover the wheel in and out and the lower crank the engagement to the valve face. The seat grinding setup I don't see but it is like an electric drill with stones and a guide to stay centered on the seat.

Do a web search on "coast to coast Model T Ford" This is one of the links and there should be coverage on this forum as several forum members participated. https://ecoxplorer.com/2019/06/vintage- ... -to-coast/

Lang's has them back in stock for all tank types. I asked for one with my last parts order and one arrived.

Don't have one handy to measure, but Lang's has them for $0.25 https://www.modeltford.com/item/2574.aspx

Does it continue to drip or stop after a bit? If it stops after a short time it may be you are set a bit rich and it is fuel coming back down from the intake manifold. Does it immediately stop when you turn off the fuel valve?

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Agree Steve. Calimer's did the wheels for my 26 and I did the natural finish also. He does great work.

Part of a leak down test is to listen for where the leak is from. Listen at the crankcase will tell you if it is ring leakage, and listening at the intake and exhaust points will tell you if it is a valve leakage.

Please consider keeping a functioning magneto. The engine runs so much better on magneto than battery.

Looks like Coker has them. https://www.cokertire.com/wheels/21-mod ... -60mm.html

Looks like Snyder's carries them. https://www.snydersantiqueauto.com/Prod ... ood-wheels

If either tank needs lining some radiator shops do an excellent job. They will hot tank your fuel tank, then apply an ethanol resistant liner compound. They may cut a couple holes to inspect for complete coating then seal the holes. We have a shop in Huntsville AL that does this.

Get them from American Vintage Rim http://mclarenmfg.com/rims.html I have purchased rims and felloes from them and they are excellent quality.

Not sure this test works on a T, but on modern cars to test a u-joint lock the parking brake and going from forward to reverse. So engage the parking brake then lightly press low pedal , then reverse. If it is the u-joint you would hear a clunk as the slack is taken up in the joint.

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