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Jim be sure you have it Blanchard ground once you get everything off. You’ll want it nice a level on the table. Great deal. You’re about $1300 ahead of the game. I believe Adam makes several pieces you’ll need to complete it.
Best John

Well that went quick

Do you have a link to it? Tried to find it but didn’t show up.

Dan posted this about a decade ago. Note they have improved the seal as picture below.

Austin about 4 feet and you don’t crawl under the car.

Jim nice tip!

Jerry is right on the set to the left is earlier maybe 17-22 if roadster. The set on the right are not model T roadster. I’ve never seen a support strip on model T roadsters with the exception of very early Roadster / runabouts that may have knuckle supports. Dans pictures & measurements are on poin...

Mike looks like you need a little more practice. Send me that box and I’ll send you another you can improve on. Just let me know, hehehe

Best John

Jim I’m pretty sure HH stands for Hogshead. He’s talking about the boss on the back of the later block where the two bolts go through the top ears of the Hogshead for the late 1925 through 1927 motors and then bolt to the Back of the block just below the head.

Vincent, I like you already, a bugeyed sprite, TC & I think a MGB PLUS NOW A MODEL T.

I thought so, I noticed while watching your sister drive that the ammeter wasn’t showing a discharge or charge.
Thanks for the reply. Best John

Mitch do you have a cutout or voltage regulator on your generator? I thought that was a great Video & as others said I was a bit tense watching it. Not sure why but definitely felt the twinge in the nether regions while watching the road ha

Jim almost sure, unless it’s a Canadian block, Ford stopped the casting dates after 1921. The 26 may be a 20. If the casting date is in a circle it is month, year, & day, the month being the upper most number followed by year going clockwise then the day. Hope that helps. Best John

A very Merry Christmas to all & a perfect time for us to remember friends from the past & those to be made in the future. I have been truly blessed. I’m sharing a picture of a gift from my daughter & her boyfriend. This was a very personal gift, Hand drawn with my model T, me and some of my best fri...

It’d really be a nice find if you could actually locate the drain valve as pictured in the parts photo. Lots of broken ones because people forced them to open. The handle is very petite. Most of the time the needle & seat on the 4 ball leaked like a sieve. I believe Corey Walker does a very nice job...

These are very well done. Thanks Dan for your work.

So our T engines are following Bernoulli’s law on dynamic pressure in the splash system, right? If that’s true then not having an exit for the oil (like a hole in the upper portion of the rod saddle) reduces the amount of lubricant. if you have dippers & just a hole in the cap only is there enough c...

Here’s a question, if the oil system in a T is not a sealed system & you’re using a splash system with dippers is the oil movement considered hydraulic or pneumatic?

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Were you thinking thickness on the interior block side or the transmission side for the Chevy crank, just curious?

3.9375 I believe is the number you’re looking for.

James to Adams points with that probable long term problem effect on the many transmission components a really good inspection of the 3rd main. In the past year I’ve seen a few engines come in that have the 3rd main crack or totally cracked out. It would really sux to do a lot of good work on the tr...

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Well I didn’t really explain that well. I should have just put
-20-10-0-10-20. Now from a practicality standpoint all of the meters shown are 0-5-10-15-20 (except the middle Hoyt) just not highlighted with every number just by bars & or spaces if you want to be so darn literal.

Do you have a Friend close by with a T that could help you out for the event? I hate it for the kids but I don’t think your engine is going anywhere soon. Who knows though maybe some one has a working engine on a stand somewhere close by for a quick swap to help out. Hopefully so.

Nope elliptical springs, can’t make out the logo on the radiator.

I might be missing them but I can’t find the ammeters for the switch plates that have 5-10-15-20 range on both sides for discharge & charge. Thanks John

Bob like I posted in the classifieds. If you look you’ll see the thin supports that strengthens the total assembly as in a set of sockets for a touring. Maybe someone made those or it’s for another style car. The 23-25 roadster sockets are a simple affair. 3 sockets on each side, no metal webbing be...

Bob, actually they are for a touring, note the supports. Pieces are missing.

Wow I bet it took a lot to get that straightened, looks like they had it built upside down. Hehehe

Well Tim you know “No good deed goes unpunished” ha.
Truly that link was all I had. Best John

https://www.facebook.com/MidnightCoilRepair

Bill indeed they do I’ve received & sent by FASTENAL from the far left coast. Best John

Re: Steve Jelf Facebook Page Update 11/28/2023 Thanks for the update Mark,

Thanks for the update Mark,

JR I’m sure you know but just in case have the throttle all the way down when checking your compression.

You’re right the top one hanging on the handle is a brake band but the other piece is a dandy acetylene tank holder & maybe a one piece one but not sure. Best John

What’s the length of each band? Thanks

That’s pretty neat. Interesting 5 ball somewhat different on the top. Here’s a picture of an arrestor that I have on a 5 ball. The person that was reproducing the mushroom style arrestor aske for the measurements of the one attached but never saw any production of it. Best John

Scott C how does this product work with heat? Always learning especially if it’s less costly with equal quality.
On a side note have you ever used their blind inserts? I’m heading into that direction with a block I have. Best John

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Larry not that I know of but are you seeing the attachments tab or is that not showing up as an option? If it’s not look for the full editor tab and click it. The attachment tab should show up. Best John

Steve if you have dealt with the open valve blocks you know they are thin, especially in the galley between 2 & 3 cylinders, the area looking through the inlet hole in the block. Generally extremely pitted from corrosion & thin. The high temp Belzona 1813 adds layers and smooths the surface out and ...

Steve the Belzona 1111 is awesome but grab your wallet it’s close to $400 last I needed some a few years back. The Belzona products differ based on application need. The are made for major heat, pressure & liquid contact. These products are used in industry with a record of success when used as dire...

Tommy, as you can see per my previous questions & Wayne’s suggestion you do have options on tire/rim size. You could get four 21 inch tires shipped to you including your state sales tax around 7% for just under $465. Heck if you went the wire wheel route I’d even help out by gifting a pair of front ...

Tommy if the wheels were good would you keep it? What could you afford financially for wheels. In reality we’re all on a fixed budget to a point but I understand. What type & sized rims do you have? Are the tires you currently have decent enough to use without safety concerns? Are you a purist about...

Mike certainly some strong observations / suggestions & I like where those opportunities could go . Full disclosure I have the ECCT Package, Strobo Spark, HCCT, Jefferson multi test coil tester & a homemade buzz box. I would think just from a quick comparison perspective the structure of this partic...

Sean those are great contributions thanks, from the standpoint of ease of use, we cut an old shaft down after squaring the flange, that way you can follow the procedure initially on the flywheel while on your shop table.

Best Regards John

It sold for around 2500

Austin really a neat find, if not mistaken this was the drum that was produce mid to late 25, it has the bosses for the removable lugs that protect the bosses like you’d find on a 26-7 brake drum. So I realize you’re trying to do this on the cheap but that drum & the driving plate alignment will be ...

I may be wrong but I believe the clamps that hold the 2 tanks together on a JB are the large wing nuts & swivel post vs the cam & clamp.

Bill I think I can accommodate you. Best John

Is there a possibility it is the horn light combination switch?

From a medical perspective this will provide better nutrition & hydration opportunities for Steve & staff plus less potential issues with aspiration seen with a temporary feeding tube. The decision to perform surgery was one that the physician’s & family discussed in great depth I assume. Once Steve...

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John I couldn’t agree more Thus the “how quickly things can change in a short period of time” it’s all in the perspective of the reader/observer.

“Hard times make hard men
Hard men make good times
Good times make weak men
Weak men make hard times”

Mack, certainly not that would be political. As a student of history, I was merely making an observation of the times and how quickly things change if we are not good stewards. Anyone that would cherry pick failure or success without fair balance really can’t be taken seriously as it would skew the ...

That is a fine looking T. Well back in the day the economy was doing well, lots of innovation, if you wanted a job you could get a job, wages were moving up, industry growing. People took chances if they failed they could try again. It appeared that things were improving for the average American & t...

Frank Seress at one time found cocoa mats that you can order very reasonably and cut to need. Here’s the link to the thread. https://www.mtfca.com/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?p=153657 On the seal plates, Supposedly those didn’t exist during that time only began in 12? That said I have one old reproduction ...

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Hi Don, George, was stating the casting date pictured in the round circle to the right of the serial number pad however the serial number date you gave appear correct.
Best John

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The second picture with the man on the right.
He looks like an actor I’ve seen in many old movies.
And I don’t care what decade in the first picture.
Man those ladies are hot. Ha

Donnie thanks so much. It’s funny that we can live a life time with interesting places just a short distance all around us & never take the time to see them & enjoy them.

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A very decent pair of Jno Brown model 60’s that are excess to my needs.
950.00 plus the shipping. Best John

Phillip I believe Hank Lee has a decent pair of perches for sale at a fair price in the classifieds forum .
Good luck, Best John

Vincent just regular wood screws will work even better if they were slightly rounded imho. Check the depth of the existing hole’s & diameter for your screws. It appears your steering wheel is set up for a horn. I don’t think it’s a Fatman steering wheel but rather a locking steering wheel in which c...

What is also neat about some but not all of the Patent Pending lamps are different style jewels some were smooth with no facets and some were faceted but different colors.

Rich I’m not sure 1909’s had flares for the round lenses. Could be wrong. Best John

Benjamin, do you have the key for it?

Few more pictures

This is the smallest Kingston 5 ball I’ve ever seen, thought it might fit a Sears auto buggy but too small. It seems complete with good float. I’ve never seen one this small but perhaps someone would have a use for it which would be a much better life for this unusual early carburetor than sitting i...

Several sizes & configurations, as you can see the bowl, intake and mounting flange are similar in size on this one with a normal 1910 T model 5 ball. Best John

Several sizes & configurations.

Kim I’ll take the 75 taillight best John

Kim I am sorry for the loss & I am not amazed at how these little cars have brought so many together, making memories & bonds that will echo through eternity. RIP Steve Coniff.

Regards John

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Looks like it’s working. As you know Ts like to mark their spots. Best John

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Jonah, Norman & others gave some good advice but before I’d tighten any head bolts I’d use that bottom tap to clean those holes out. Be aware that to Normans point some bolts may be too long and there is a possibility you could torque them so much you’ll get into the water jacket if they are. You’ve...

Interesting tool or something maybe someone can help identify it. Best John

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Looks like an Atwood, always thought the early carbide generators had a real unique look to them. Best John

This news is making me sick, Michael & I conversed often. More by text after he retire from Qantas. I will miss him considerably. RIP MY FRIEND, John

Well we could do a “Steve Jelf bake sale”, ha . Contact his club and ascend on Jelf’s place, tackle the major items in a few day’s camping out or occupy a hotel near buy. Just Spitballing here but could be fun. Just have it set with a core group & volunteers to tackle sections of work and bring item...

Phillip at the end of this thread you will find a drop box. If you hit the arrow it will give you a list and at the bottom is ascending or descending set as the default. You can change to the other choice & will change the direction. I’ll attach a picture to make it easier. So what ever you have as ...

Warren sometimes if you don’t wait until the pictures fully downloaded and get the green check mark the pictures won’t attach

Just something I saw in the Central Coast T’s Sept news letter The project is owned by Victor Ray Foster in CA. 15/16 Roadster. $2750 This is a project car! Missing parts includes, but are not limited to: top irons, bows. top, splash aprons, 3 fenders, minor engine parts, coil box lid, good rims and...

Frank maybe you’re right they look very close. Thanks for your contribution. Best John

Well there is a nail in one of the hinges, wonder if these are them? Helping someone out trying to clear out stuff after a death. They are striking & well made. Maybe you need them back ha. Thanks George

Really nice pair of side lamps but I can’t find a brand on them.
Thanks in advance for your help.

Yep that one left a mark. Approximately How much JB WELD will I need to repair it properly? Jim the 4 attributes should be:
More power
More Speed
More POP
More engine pulls

What about this dandy?

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Joe I saw a few on eBay while looking for some model 32 Champions for a Metz engine. Best John

I believe the last two bought for customers were in the $400 plus range each. But that was pre Covid 19

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Darn Mark that solution is so darn simple it plum escaped me.
Thanks I may have to try it if it’s a possibility. Any one actually do that ? Best John

Mark that’s a good point on the spark plugs. I’ve searched and need 4 but have not seen any for sale. So what do you do if you have a Metz engine?

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