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- Tue Apr 12, 2022 3:45 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: BEST BRAKES?!
- Replies: 55
- Views: 4311
Re: BEST BRAKES?!
Hydraulic rear drum brakes using’50’s era components have been offered in the recent past. With cast iron brake drums and self adjusters and Bendix design they work really in all driving conditions. The drums are 10”, so they are almost invisible on 26-7 rear axle.
- Tue Apr 12, 2022 3:43 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: BEST BRAKES?!
- Replies: 55
- Views: 4311
Re: BEST BRAKES?!
Hydraulic rear drum brakes using’50’s era components have been offered in the recent past. With cast iron brake drums and self adjusters and Bendix design they work really in all driving conditions.
- Tue Apr 12, 2022 2:02 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: BEST BRAKES?!
- Replies: 55
- Views: 4311
Re: BEST BRAKES?!
Personally I like front brakes. Several era versions were offered. The radius rod can be reasonably easily doubled. The kingpins have not proven to be a problem. Coupled with a era accessory real steering box and it drives pretty good. Unfortunately NO I’m not offering to supply them as the “naysaye...
- Thu Apr 07, 2022 7:36 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Lifter guides
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1944
Re: Lifter guides
Years ago I put model A lifters into a T block. Worked fine.
I am putting the Y block ones into a engine soon.
I am putting the Y block ones into a engine soon.
- Tue Apr 05, 2022 12:57 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: WANTED: CANADIAN/AUSTRALIAN? RHD GENERATOR MOUNTING BRACKET (BELT DRIVE GEN.)
- Replies: 21
- Views: 2768
Re: WANTED: CANADIAN/AUSTRALIAN? RHD GENERATOR MOUNTING BRACKET (BELT DRIVE GEN.)
So believe that Kerry nailed it. A early 19 transition item.
- Thu Mar 31, 2022 3:08 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Flywheel Oil Slingers with Full Pressure Oiling
- Replies: 2
- Views: 835
Re: Flywheel Oil Slingers with Full Pressure Oiling
I drill a 5/32”hole in the transmission shaft about 3” deep from the flange and then a 1/16” hole sideways into it. Yes you need to drill in from the end of the crank flange until you hit the rear bearing hole.
I have also tubed the relief oil to the top of the bands , but probably not necessary
I have also tubed the relief oil to the top of the bands , but probably not necessary
- Wed Mar 30, 2022 5:54 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: 1926 coupe interior wood vs all steel
- Replies: 12
- Views: 1788
Re: 1926 coupe interior wood vs all steel
35 years ago I restored a 26/7 fordor (Canadian car) and the doors were all steel. The rest of the body was all wood framed.
- Tue Mar 29, 2022 5:14 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: 1926 coupe interior wood vs all steel
- Replies: 12
- Views: 1788
Re: 1926 coupe interior wood vs all steel
I have a early production 26 Canadian coupe (post mounted headlights) and it is all steel around the rear windows!
- Sun Mar 27, 2022 7:00 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Rare View of Five-Main Bearing Crankshaft and Supports
- Replies: 8
- Views: 1884
Re: Rare View of Five-Main Bearing Crankshaft and Supports
Hank
Thank you for the kind words. I don’t view it as a competition. Really I’m just trying to inspire others with what can be done today!
Thank you for the kind words. I don’t view it as a competition. Really I’m just trying to inspire others with what can be done today!
- Sun Mar 27, 2022 4:14 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Rare View of Five-Main Bearing Crankshaft and Supports
- Replies: 8
- Views: 1884
Re: Rare View of Five-Main Bearing Crankshaft and Supports
And of course this version!
- Sun Mar 27, 2022 4:12 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Rare View of Five-Main Bearing Crankshaft and Supports
- Replies: 8
- Views: 1884
Re: Rare View of Five-Main Bearing Crankshaft and Supports
Another 5 main T crank
The support girdle
- Thu Mar 24, 2022 11:05 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Warped exhaust manifold.
- Replies: 44
- Views: 4658
Re: Warped exhaust manifold.
Allan
That is a really interesting concept. I will try it!
Thank you for sharing.
That is a really interesting concept. I will try it!
Thank you for sharing.
- Wed Mar 23, 2022 6:15 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Model ‘A’ and ‘B’ crank shortening for ‘T’ & Related Questions
- Replies: 28
- Views: 2637
Re: Model ‘A’ and ‘B’ crank shortening for ‘T’ & Related Questions
Kevin
I certainly like a inlet screen on a oil pump, I certainly wouldn’t want it fine enough to be considered a oil filter. It would be a great way to destroy the pump and the whole system!
I certainly like a inlet screen on a oil pump, I certainly wouldn’t want it fine enough to be considered a oil filter. It would be a great way to destroy the pump and the whole system!
- Wed Mar 23, 2022 6:12 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Model ‘A’ and ‘B’ crank shortening for ‘T’ & Related Questions
- Replies: 28
- Views: 2637
Re: Model ‘A’ and ‘B’ crank shortening for ‘T’ & Related Questions
Press/shrink fit shortened A crank
- Wed Mar 23, 2022 6:08 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Model ‘A’ and ‘B’ crank shortening for ‘T’ & Related Questions
- Replies: 28
- Views: 2637
Re: Model ‘A’ and ‘B’ crank shortening for ‘T’ & Related Questions
Hank
Pan pictures
Pan pictures
- Wed Mar 23, 2022 3:53 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Anyone Ever Need to Soften 50 Year Old Rock Hard Tires?
- Replies: 2
- Views: 777
Re: Updated with a Photo: Anyone Ever Need to Soften 50 Year Old Rock Hard Tires?
That is a very interesting concept on the tires. As I live in the country I have access to manure and I have some vintage ground grip tires to experiment on!
Nothing that I will tour with but interesting to have some fun with.
Nothing that I will tour with but interesting to have some fun with.
- Wed Mar 23, 2022 3:52 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Anyone Ever Need to Soften 50 Year Old Rock Hard Tires?
- Replies: 2
- Views: 777
Re: Updated with a Photo: Anyone Ever Need to Soften 50 Year Old Rock Hard Tires?
That is a very interesting concept on the tires. As I live in the country I have access to manure and I have some vintage ground grip tires to experiment on!
- Wed Mar 23, 2022 3:46 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Model ‘A’ and ‘B’ crank shortening for ‘T’ & Related Questions
- Replies: 28
- Views: 2637
Re: Model ‘A’ and ‘B’ crank shortening for ‘T’ & Related Questions
Hank
On the “block shift “ I shorten the front of the pan by relocating the front support from the outside to the inside of the nose. Yes the fan gets a bit closer to the radiator, but the hogshead stays in the stock location. I can post pictures.
On the “block shift “ I shorten the front of the pan by relocating the front support from the outside to the inside of the nose. Yes the fan gets a bit closer to the radiator, but the hogshead stays in the stock location. I can post pictures.
- Wed Mar 23, 2022 3:42 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Model ‘A’ and ‘B’ crank shortening for ‘T’ & Related Questions
- Replies: 28
- Views: 2637
Re: Model ‘A’ and ‘B’ crank shortening for ‘T’ & Related Questions
David
I am wondering how you handle the oil filter if you hide everything inside?
I am wondering how you handle the oil filter if you hide everything inside?
- Tue Mar 22, 2022 10:57 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Model ‘A’ and ‘B’ crank shortening for ‘T’ & Related Questions
- Replies: 28
- Views: 2637
Re: Model ‘A’ and ‘B’ crank shortening for ‘T’ & Related Questions
Stephen
Unfortunately I have stopped taking on projects for other people. If you need someone to do it, then Henry is probably the answer!
Unfortunately I have stopped taking on projects for other people. If you need someone to do it, then Henry is probably the answer!
- Tue Mar 22, 2022 10:18 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Changing from Vaporizer to NH Carb-Need Help
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1464
Re: Changing from Vaporizer to NH Carb-Need Help
You need the later version of the carb needle valve.
- Tue Mar 22, 2022 9:51 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Model ‘A’ and ‘B’ crank shortening for ‘T’ & Related Questions
- Replies: 28
- Views: 2637
Re: Model ‘A’ and ‘B’ crank shortening for ‘T’ & Related Questions
Over the last 45 years I have; 1. Cut and welded (still going strong). Bolted on counter weights. 2. Shifted the block. 3. Press taper fit shortening. I hear that the special shot pistons are no longer available. In the past guys welded A and T rods together to make a version that works. I have neve...
- Tue Mar 22, 2022 9:32 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Model ‘A’ and ‘B’ crank shortening for ‘T’ & Related Questions
- Replies: 28
- Views: 2637
Re: Model ‘A’ and ‘B’ crank shortening for ‘T’ & Related Questions
A option to consider is to shift the block ahead 5/8”!
- Sun Mar 20, 2022 10:12 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Warped exhaust manifold.
- Replies: 44
- Views: 4658
Re: Warped exhaust manifold.
Joe
How hot do you heat them? RED?
I probably have 4 or 5 to do
How hot do you heat them? RED?
I probably have 4 or 5 to do
- Fri Mar 18, 2022 7:24 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Use of Vinegar to Clean Radiators
- Replies: 2
- Views: 937
Re: Use of Vinegar to Clean Radiators
I’ve used it numerous times. I buy the cheapest stuff at Costco or similar and leave it over night. Then flush it away. And flush the radiator with fresh water. After I have confirmed that I have no leakage, then I fill with about a 30% antifreeze and distilled water.
- Fri Mar 18, 2022 6:46 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Driveshaft bushing
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1710
Re: Driveshaft bushing
Considering how much oil most T’s leak by the ball cap I wouldn’t think it is a big deal. I haven’t greased that bushing in 45 years.
- Fri Mar 18, 2022 6:43 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Farm scene with a TT
- Replies: 12
- Views: 2004
Re: Farm scene with a TT
Quite MODERN when you consider the power line running by!
- Fri Mar 18, 2022 11:42 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Condition of 1927 Coupe Radiator
- Replies: 20
- Views: 1814
Re: Condition of 1927 Coupe Radiator
If it was mine I would seal up the filler neck (O ring and cap), lay it down on the front and pour in a gallon or two of cheap vinegar and let it sit for a day or so. Then flush it out and reinstall. Once I was satisfied it wasn’t leaking I would fill the system with at least 30% antifreeze to reduc...
- Wed Mar 16, 2022 5:57 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Insert Bearings For Oversized T Crankshafts and Main and Rod Bearings.
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1116
Re: Insert Bearings For Oversized T Crankshafts and Main and Rod Bearings.
If you are going to run shells then cap alignment is VERY critical. A solution is tubular dowels. Attached picture
I always run the oil lines so they feed from the block side
My V8 pump installation I always run the oil lines so they feed from the block side
- Wed Mar 16, 2022 4:36 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Insert Bearings For Oversized T Crankshafts and Main and Rod Bearings.
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1116
Re: Insert Bearings For Oversized T Crankshaft Main and Rod Bearings.
I seriously considered doing something similar about 25 years ago. Eventually just went babbit. Recently I have switched to using Flathead V8 oil pumps driven of the back of the camshaft. Eliminates any concern about pump priming loss. I am working on a engine that I probably will go “dry sump” (sca...
- Wed Mar 16, 2022 4:22 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Remove cylinder front cover?
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1271
Re: Remove cylinder front cover?
You need to remove the pulley
- Mon Mar 14, 2022 6:42 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Step Plates
- Replies: 48
- Views: 4437
Re: Step Plates
All this discussion about step plates make me think. I am going to make a couple of sets of the rubber parts for use with the aluminum step plates that Ford Canada sold as soon I will have access to a CNC router table. I could probably make a casting pattern for the aluminum frame parts. Like I NEED...
- Sat Mar 12, 2022 3:03 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Step Plates
- Replies: 48
- Views: 4437
Re: Step Plates
They are listed and displayed in the Ford Canada parts/accessory literature. Admittedly the ones I have seen are in the 20’s and aluminum frame with Ford script rubber insert.
- Thu Mar 10, 2022 7:41 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: 1919 Intake Manifold
- Replies: 17
- Views: 2520
Re: 1919 Intake Manifold
I can’t think of anything. Perhaps his 26 had the “vaporizer” carb, but then he would have to change the exhaust as well. Now a 13 intake manifold does provide some advantages!
- Thu Mar 10, 2022 10:00 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Anybody ever seen this body style?
- Replies: 23
- Views: 3240
Re: Anybody ever seen this body style?
Perhaps a 12 torpedo. It used a standard length steering column. I used to own one
- Tue Mar 08, 2022 3:50 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Aluminum High Compression Low Head Details
- Replies: 15
- Views: 2533
Re: Aluminum High Compression Low Head Details
Sherman head pictures
- Tue Mar 08, 2022 12:10 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Aluminum High Compression Low Head Details
- Replies: 15
- Views: 2533
Re: Aluminum High Compression Low Head Details
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T29HFhrbT_s
Some ideas presented here could be of interest? I hope it can be watched
Some ideas presented here could be of interest? I hope it can be watched
- Fri Mar 04, 2022 8:38 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Model T clothing patterns
- Replies: 0
- Views: 684
Model T clothing patterns
My wife has used them and likes them!
- Fri Mar 04, 2022 2:30 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Building a light weight speedster trailer
- Replies: 9
- Views: 2182
Re: Building a light weight speedster trailer
Back in ‘74 when I bought my 27 roadster I had a week to solve the trailer issue. I created a solid axle using some surplus front spindles and used a pair of junk model A frame rails. I had access to some 10” channels from 12 gauge steel and made a pair of tracks. NO springs. I used it for about 20 ...
- Thu Mar 03, 2022 4:06 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Stype Cam questions
- Replies: 10
- Views: 2062
Re: Stype Cam questions
280 refers to the lift. .280”
- Tue Mar 01, 2022 11:42 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Hobbs Windwings
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1237
Re: Hobbs Windwings
They look very nice! I have wind wings on my 27 roadster and really like them. They are a simpler design than these. Considering that I have a 21 roadster project in the “Que” I probably would like to copy yours!!
- Tue Mar 01, 2022 9:21 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Anybody have this on your car?
- Replies: 10
- Views: 2192
Re: Anybody have this on your car?
I have a similar one.
- Mon Feb 28, 2022 6:46 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Tall Radiator Question
- Replies: 19
- Views: 2114
Re: Tall Radiator Question
If your real concern is that it is “crusty” inside, then I would remove it and then seal the filler neck with a O ring to the cap. Now lay it down on the front and fill it with a gallon or two of cheap vinegar. Let it sit for a day or two. Then drain and flush with water. Now reinstall and fill with...
- Mon Feb 28, 2022 5:09 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Going Dry for More Power
- Replies: 97
- Views: 9200
Re: Going Dry for More Power
Interesting approach. Looking forward to more
- Mon Feb 28, 2022 1:55 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Dodge Brothers Spindles for Model T Ford Racing Cars
- Replies: 29
- Views: 3526
Re: T Racing Spindles
If you do the math, a 9/16 kingpin is 30% more area so 30% stronger. A 5/8 is 60% more. The nice thing about the 9/16 is that you can get away from making the spindle bore bigger than the 11/16 it already is. 1/16 wall bushing made from quality bronze and loaded in compression like it is should be f...
- Sun Feb 27, 2022 5:44 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Winter ride in Canada
- Replies: 12
- Views: 1480
Re: Winter ride in Canada
For our Americans, that’s close to 45F!!
- Sun Feb 27, 2022 5:38 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Dodge Brothers Spindles for Model T Ford Racing Cars
- Replies: 29
- Views: 3526
Re: T Racing Spindles
I have actually made a couple of sets of spindles for my ModelT front axles because I have added front brakes. I used 4140 Q&T round bar. It machines nice and has good physical properties. Further here are a couple of pictures of some radius rod “doublers”! 49040240-B9C7-4CE3-910E-50A3111F16A6.jpeg ...
- Sat Feb 26, 2022 9:14 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: How many of u remember this price
- Replies: 17
- Views: 2594
Re: How many of u remember this price
A bit over 6 hours pay at my first job!
- Fri Feb 25, 2022 4:14 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Unusual steering bracket number
- Replies: 3
- Views: 869
Re: Unusual steering bracket number
I don’t know what the numbers mean, but it looks like a RHD version?
- Thu Feb 24, 2022 7:10 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Going Dry for More Power
- Replies: 97
- Views: 9200
Re: Going Dry for More Power
A very interesting approach. Thank you for the posting
- Wed Feb 23, 2022 9:55 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Going Dry for More Power
- Replies: 97
- Views: 9200
Re: Going Dry for More Power
Some very interesting stuff!
- Wed Feb 23, 2022 8:52 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Wire Wheel Cracked, Repairable?
- Replies: 30
- Views: 2922
Re: Wire Wheel Cracked, Repairable?
I would weld it if it was mine
- Fri Feb 18, 2022 12:58 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Hinges on 1913 vs 1914 Windshield
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1218
Re: Hinges on 1913 vs 1914 Windshield
The vertical support arms are also different. The 14 ones are bent out so that the windshield can fold down. I have a 13 RHD Canadian touring car.
- Thu Feb 17, 2022 2:27 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Going Dry for More Power
- Replies: 97
- Views: 9200
Re: Going Dry for More Power
Hank
My version of the pinion shaft for a open drive shaft.
My version of the pinion shaft for a open drive shaft.
- Tue Feb 15, 2022 9:48 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Working on idea for different approch to magneto coils
- Replies: 12
- Views: 2023
Re: Working on idea for different approch to magneto coils
I have not needed to rewind a armature. I have resoldered the commutator.
- Tue Feb 15, 2022 7:26 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Working on idea for different approch to magneto coils
- Replies: 12
- Views: 2023
Re: Working on idea for different approch to magneto coils
Glyptal is a special insulating varnish that has been used for years for this application. I see it is listed online today. I probably used 14 gauge wire and probably stacked it 2 or 3 windings wide and the same number of turns as original. The car starts easily on mag and hand crank!
- Tue Feb 15, 2022 11:22 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Performance of solid roller rear whl brgs.
- Replies: 21
- Views: 2581
Re: Performance of solid roller rear whl brgs.
The solid rollers are fine in the middle (especially if you KNOW that the housings are straight). I won’t use them at the outside. Usually I can find acceptable wound style or I install the floating ball bearing version.
- Tue Feb 15, 2022 11:16 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Working on idea for different approch to magneto coils
- Replies: 12
- Views: 2023
Re: Working on idea for different approch to magneto coils
As a teenager I used to make power transformers for old battery radios so they could be plugged in! I’ve continued to play with stuff like that. So I have experience.
- Tue Feb 15, 2022 11:13 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Working on idea for different approch to magneto coils
- Replies: 12
- Views: 2023
Re: Working on idea for different approch to magneto coils
Many years ago I rebuilt a mag coil using insulated copper coil wire and then gave it a good coating or two of Glyptal. It is still in service.
- Mon Feb 14, 2022 10:27 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Going Dry for More Power
- Replies: 97
- Views: 9200
Re: Going Dry for More Power
BEAUTIFUL job!
- Fri Feb 11, 2022 11:26 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Change length steering column
- Replies: 13
- Views: 1893
Re: Change length steering column
Looks like a 26-7 column. The 26-7 lower bracket doesn’t fit the 24 frame
- Thu Feb 10, 2022 7:39 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: 1927 Roof Wood Replacement
- Replies: 8
- Views: 1529
Re: 1927 Roof Wood Replacement
I would expect it to be crowned in both directions
- Wed Feb 09, 2022 9:44 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Transmission center & output shafts. Restored or ignored?
- Replies: 13
- Views: 1552
Re: Transmission center & output shafts. Restored or ignored?
Precisely why I invented the “floating transmission shaft “. Also manages the deflection that occurs in the pan while driving.
- Tue Feb 08, 2022 8:17 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: paint code for 1915 Canadian midnight blue
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1786
Re: paint code for 1915 Canadian midnight blue
I can send you a picture of my 13 RHD Canadian touring. I built it almost 25 years ago and I believe it is a authentic colour. If you like it I can probably get it scanned.
- Tue Feb 08, 2022 8:11 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Going Dry for More Power
- Replies: 97
- Views: 9200
Re: Going Dry for More Power
VERY nice!
- Tue Feb 08, 2022 3:08 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: fan pulley not in alignment with crankshaft pulley
- Replies: 8
- Views: 1225
Re: fan pulley not in alignment with crankshaft pulley
I would seriously consider a electric fan and eliminate all risk to the Livingston radiator.
- Sat Feb 05, 2022 8:16 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Going Dry for More Power
- Replies: 97
- Views: 9200
Re: Going Dry for More Power
Very nice!
- Sat Feb 05, 2022 5:13 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Resurrecting a Green Engineering Equipped T Racing Engine
- Replies: 23
- Views: 3479
Re: Green Engineering Equipped Racing Engine
I am surprised at the lack of “counterweights “ on the crankshaft. It wouldn’t take a lot of machining to accomplish.
- Fri Feb 04, 2022 10:32 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Going Dry for More Power
- Replies: 97
- Views: 9200
Re: Going Dry for More Power
A suggestion. Take those panels and get them scanned and then they can be saved to a USB key.
- Fri Feb 04, 2022 10:30 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Going Dry for More Power
- Replies: 97
- Views: 9200
Re: Going Dry for More Power
That’s a really interesting idea for patterns!!
I like it
I like it
- Fri Feb 04, 2022 10:02 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Resurrecting a Green Engineering Equipped T Racing Engine
- Replies: 23
- Views: 3479
Re: Green Engineering Equipped Racing Engine
I missed the 122 cu in requirement in the 2nd paragraph of the original posting. Now it makes sense!
- Fri Feb 04, 2022 8:06 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Resurrecting a Green Engineering Equipped T Racing Engine
- Replies: 23
- Views: 3479
Re: Green Engineering Equipped Racing Engine
My experience with a 5-/16” lift cam in a T flathead engine is that the valves float at about 4200 rpm using T springs. So I imagine that your engine will rev to about 6000 rpm.
The reduction in displacement by reducing the bore escapes me!
The reduction in displacement by reducing the bore escapes me!
- Fri Feb 04, 2022 2:00 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Aligning front pulleys
- Replies: 31
- Views: 4050
Re: Aligning front pulleys
I would start by putting a straight edge on the front of the crankshaft pulley and see how it lines up to the fan pulley.
- Thu Feb 03, 2022 5:35 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Resurrecting a Green Engineering Equipped T Racing Engine
- Replies: 23
- Views: 3479
Re: Green Engineering Equipped Racing Engine
David
The patterns were made in Calgary
The patterns were made in Calgary
- Thu Feb 03, 2022 2:57 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Resurrecting a Green Engineering Equipped T Racing Engine
- Replies: 23
- Views: 3479
Re: Fronty S-R and Green Engineering Equipped Racing Engines
5 main block; I have the patterns for it and a small quantity have been made. You can buy the patterns. I will not be making any more. The spark plug above the piston on a flathead idea was discarded in the late ‘30’s when they realized that a wedge combustion chamber was superior on all designs exc...
- Wed Feb 02, 2022 7:30 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Resurrecting a Green Engineering Equipped T Racing Engine
- Replies: 23
- Views: 3479
Re: Fronty S-R and Green Engineering Equipped Racing Engines
Hank
I hear you!
I hear you!
- Wed Jan 26, 2022 7:00 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: SPEEDSTER WITH model A crank
- Replies: 17
- Views: 2517
Re: SPEEDSTER WITH model A crank
Does it have a pressure oil system?
- Wed Jan 26, 2022 6:59 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: SPEEDSTER WITH model A crank
- Replies: 17
- Views: 2517
Re: SPEEDSTER WITH model A crank
Perhaps drain it and then see how much oil it takes to get to the lower petcock. I suspect it will take several GALLONS!
- Tue Jan 25, 2022 1:43 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Overhead installation
- Replies: 13
- Views: 2392
Re: Overhead installation
You can see that the head really doesn’t extend past the rear head bolt!
- Tue Jan 25, 2022 1:40 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Overhead installation
- Replies: 13
- Views: 2392
Re: Overhead installation
I had no problems installing the Roof 8 ohv on my 26-7 4 door. Yes I had to install a flexible choke cable and adjusting the mixture was no longer possible from the dash. And yes it needs a fuel pump! The 4 door of course has the fuel tank under the seat (the same as yours). A cowl mounted gas tank ...
- Tue Jan 25, 2022 10:28 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Zenith Cylinder Head
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- Views: 1697
Re: Zenith Cylinder Head
I acquired this one in the ‘70’s and had it on a 4 door in the 80’s
I got lucky and found this carb.
It came with a adapter to install a stock T carb. I got lucky and found this carb.
- Mon Jan 24, 2022 10:18 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Zenith Cylinder Head
- Replies: 11
- Views: 1697
Re: Zenith Cylinder Head
Looks a lot like a Roof 8 / Laurel model 40!!
I have one on a engine.
I have one on a engine.
- Sun Jan 23, 2022 7:52 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Going Dry for More Power
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Re: Going Dry for More Power
Very nice!
- Sat Jan 22, 2022 7:36 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Going Dry for More Power
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Re: Going Dry for More Power
Looks GREAT!
- Sat Jan 22, 2022 4:18 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Going Dry for More Power
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Re: Going Dry for More Power
The block
- Sat Jan 22, 2022 4:04 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Going Dry for More Power
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- Views: 9200
Re: Going Dry for More Power
Gemsa head DBD9F58B-EBFE-4CC2-A6A5-6DE8C71D0302.jpeg The intake manifold for 2 V8 carburetors FF420975-20C9-42CD-B048-810042A49A2F.jpeg The oil pan DBD9F58B-EBFE-4CC2-A6A5-6DE8C71D0302.jpeg 304E5AA1-AC4A-4093-9476-9220C46533C9.jpeg[/attachment [attachment=0]B3E2FF41-E147-4F29-AF35-C0D13DBFD580.jpeg ...
- Sat Jan 22, 2022 1:02 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Going Dry for More Power
- Replies: 97
- Views: 9200
Re: Going Dry for More Power
Henry
Like you, I had thoughts about Bonneyville and other events but I was warned that my ideas would not be acceptable. So I will just carry on at home.
Like you, I had thoughts about Bonneyville and other events but I was warned that my ideas would not be acceptable. So I will just carry on at home.
- Fri Jan 21, 2022 9:22 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Going Dry for More Power
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- Views: 9200
Re: Going Dry for More Power
The one I have pictured is staying with oiled multidisc clutches! Borg Warner T35 automatic from a 68 Cortina. Couple of nice features are the air cooled torque converter and a cable kick down. I’ve done a couple of T engines using the T transmission with the flywheel NOT running in the oil. I oil t...
- Fri Jan 21, 2022 7:36 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Going Dry for More Power
- Replies: 97
- Views: 9200
Re: Going Dry for More Power
Looks great. Nice to see I’m not the only screwball!!
This casting takes any ford transmission from a 2.9 l or smaller engine- Wed Jan 19, 2022 11:59 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Get your motor running!
- Replies: 17
- Views: 2393
Re: Get your motor running!
Going with “fork and blade” connecting rods could be advantageous as then the cylinders line up exactly. Just a thought. This could also potentially allow the use of a stock 4 cylinder T camshaft. Just some thoughts
- Wed Jan 19, 2022 11:53 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Get your motor running!
- Replies: 17
- Views: 2393
Re: Get your motor running!
You can acquire my T 5 main block patterns. They could be a good starting point. Certainly a bunch of the cores could be utilized. NO I am not going to take the project on!
- Wed Jan 19, 2022 11:27 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Rings unavailable
- Replies: 15
- Views: 2513
Re: Rings unavailable
Another option is to buy even bigger ones and then carefully file the ends to get the correct end clearance. I have done this once in the past. Works fine!
- Sun Jan 16, 2022 9:27 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Throttle rod /valve cover hole
- Replies: 34
- Views: 3127
Re: Throttle rod /valve cover hole
I have encountered 27 blocks that don’t have the throttle rod hole.
The oil filler cap provides plenty of crankcase ventilation!
The oil filler cap provides plenty of crankcase ventilation!
- Sun Jan 16, 2022 9:03 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Throttle rod /valve cover hole
- Replies: 34
- Views: 3127
Re: Throttle rod /valve cover hole
Many 27 didn’t have the holes as they can with the vaporizer carb and the throttle rod goes across the top of the engine.
- Sat Jan 15, 2022 2:26 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: On track !
- Replies: 14
- Views: 2213
Re: On track !
Interesting that on the 2 wheel version they are using solid rubber tires.
- Mon Jan 10, 2022 2:21 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Propane conversion/ ethanol free gas drift
- Replies: 37
- Views: 3341
Re: Propane conversion/ ethanol free gas drift
A couple of pictures of the propane carb and regulators that I picked up at a swap meet a couple of years ago. The plan was to install on a “vintage” generator I have.
- Sun Jan 09, 2022 2:42 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: So has anyone on the forum fueled their T on Alcohol
- Replies: 14
- Views: 1940
Re: So has anyone on the forum fueled their T on Alcohol
Propane is a totally viable motor fuel that I have used in the past on vehicles including a forklift. I actually own a carb and regulator that would fit on my T!
- Sat Jan 08, 2022 1:19 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Original coil capacitors test 1.5 to 3 micro-farads
- Replies: 14
- Views: 1924
Re: Original coil capacitors test 1.5 to 3 micro-farads
When I started playing with T’s in the 70’s I installed automotive “condensers” (typically late 60’s ford). I have now been running one set of coils for 40 years (or more) in my 27 roadster. This fall I put them on the Kosser test equipment and they performed very well. I have some more Ford condens...
- Tue Jan 04, 2022 7:49 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: later coils in 13 box
- Replies: 28
- Views: 2948
Re: later coils in 13 box
Some options; 1. Make new boxes for conventional coils that fit the early style coil box. I made a set 20 some years ago! 2. Close the points on the early style coils and install a “master vibrator”. This would be the era correct solution! 3. Install a electronic timer (E or I timer) 4. I installed ...
- Tue Jan 04, 2022 2:04 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: 'Speedster - lower or not, period accessories.
- Replies: 216
- Views: 20662
Re: Speedsters
Some pictures of my lowered front axle and front brakes (motorcycle discs)