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OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?

Last post by Rich Bingham « Thu Apr 22, 2021 3:01 pm
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by Rich Eagle » Thu Jan 10, 2019 2:20 pm
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“Many claim Kalamity Dick was a fictitious character made up to frighten children from playing with mechanical objects. However, pictures of this mysterious fellow surface from time to time. Was he real?
As I heard it he was an itinerant tinkerer who traveled in his Raceabout from town to town throughout the West repairing old...

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Ironically, Minnie's flat tire was caused by a triangle that had fallen out of Wendell Padislav's tourabout as he was carting off the last bushel of them after the commissioners had banned them. So often it is that some road hazards can lie in wait, sometimes for years before putting a hapless traveler on the spot , so to speak.
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Last post by Rich Bingham
Thu Apr 22, 2021 3:01 pm
This was trucking-Old Photos

Last post by Rich Eagle « Thu Apr 22, 2021 12:01 pm
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by Herb Iffrig » Tue Dec 31, 2019 8:55 am
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I at one time had a book entitle This Was Trucking I just about read the ink off of the pages.
I thought that it might be fun to post some photos of trucks similar to the ones that were in that book.
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I am enjoying the Stanley photos also. I had posted these on the Steam Car thread.
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I was fortunate to be around them and even ride in the two with their tops up. What wonderful machines.
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Last post by Rich Eagle
Thu Apr 22, 2021 12:01 pm
Share Your Tractor(s) - old ones that is ;-)

Last post by Steve Jelf « Wed Apr 21, 2021 11:14 pm
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by A Whiteman » Sun Jun 21, 2020 5:46 pm

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Many of us like all sorts of things 'old and mechanical'. So here is a chance to share with us your old tractors,
Cheers
Adrian

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My mowing tractor is a 1945 Allis Chalmers Model B with Woods L-59 mower.

I'm partial to Allis because the first thing I drove, other than a tricycle and a pedal car, was an Allis C. When I was ten I drove it around the west field dragging a wooden sled while my aunts Mary and Ernestine stacked on the hay bales.

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Last post by Steve Jelf
Wed Apr 21, 2021 11:14 pm
My Daughter took the ASVAB Test

Last post by Mopar_man « Wed Apr 21, 2021 5:36 pm
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by Mopar_man » Mon Apr 19, 2021 11:06 pm

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So Angie just took her first ASVAB Test. All the kids take it in JROTC. She told me she was glad she had a mask on because she was laughing at the automotive section. They asked questions like Identifying what type of fluid under a car could be red? What tool was a feeler gauge (she had to pick) and what you use to clean up threads on a bolt? She...

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Ha! We will have to see what she does in the future. It's always nice to have options open.

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Wed Apr 21, 2021 5:36 pm
FJ - Some Humor To Brighten Your Day

Last post by Fordwright « Wed Apr 21, 2021 12:23 pm
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by FreighTer Jim » Tue Feb 26, 2019 4:44 am
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Winter is taking its Toll .... :!:

Time for a Laugh ..... :D

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Where the mind goes...
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Last post by Fordwright
Wed Apr 21, 2021 12:23 pm
Acetylene welding question

Last post by Dan Haynes « Tue Apr 20, 2021 5:36 pm
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by Steve Jelf » Tue Apr 20, 2021 4:18 pm

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What makes a loud POP that sends sparks flying? Sometimes it happens, and sometimes it doesn't, and I'm not aware of what I'm doing differently.

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The gas flowing through the torch tip helps cool it. If it is turned too low, or if working in very close quarters, the tip overheats and the acetylene/oxygen mix detonates. Turn your torch up.

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Last post by Dan Haynes
Tue Apr 20, 2021 5:36 pm
Columbine Dad Speaks Out - Favors God

Last post by aDave « Tue Apr 20, 2021 3:36 pm
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by TRDxB2 » Tue Apr 20, 2021 11:52 am

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Guess our national leaders didn't expect this. On Thursday, Darrell Scott, the father of Rachel Scott, a victim of the Columbine High School shootings in Littleton , Colorado , was invited to address the House Judiciary Committee's subcommittee. What he said to our national leaders during this special session of Congress was painfully truthful....

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So very, very true.

Thanks for the post.

Dave

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Last post by aDave
Tue Apr 20, 2021 3:36 pm
Maybe an easier ID ?

Last post by Rich Eagle « Tue Apr 20, 2021 12:38 pm
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by Rich Bingham » Tue Apr 20, 2021 10:29 am

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No date or location on this one, but it's such a nice photo I reckoned you fellers would enjoy seeing it ! :D

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Good job Dan. The best identifying feature is is the radiator shape which doesn't show from that angle.
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Here are some more to peruse.

The Lundells from Boise drove one on the Labor Days tours to McCall back in the '70s. It was a fine running automobile.
The photo is very nice.
Thanks
Rich

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Last post by Rich Eagle
Tue Apr 20, 2021 12:38 pm
Helping a friend

Last post by Duey_C « Tue Apr 20, 2021 2:06 am
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by Dallas Landers » Sat Apr 17, 2021 6:48 pm

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I have a good friend that asked me to help him get a vehicle home. He is 79 years old in body but a kid at heart. He has helped my many times at a moments notice including helping with my new shop. I said yes before I knew what or where. When he said we were taking the dozer to get to it and get it out of the woods I was all in. Then he tells me...

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you may enjoy seeing our day and bring back a memory or two that you would share with us.
Your day was awesome! :)
A similar memory helping a friend and another friend brought back to me from just a few years past:
A nice/easy going fellow that I'd known forever had a nasty brain mess-up in his 70's and the drugs given him finished him off.
A...

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Last post by Duey_C
Tue Apr 20, 2021 2:06 am
My T hauler is finished.Almost.

Last post by Ken Buhler « Tue Apr 20, 2021 12:05 am
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by tdump » Mon Dec 02, 2019 4:33 pm

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Is any shop project ever really done ? Nope.Still got to install more floor tie downs and a winch and mount for it.
BUT so you folks won't think I have curled up in a Lazy Boy and become a key board Curmudgen, here is what I have been working on for hauling the T pickup.
I built this from scratch. I had the basic frame put together,no ramp or...

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That is a sure way to bend your axle. Create a Y strap and pull from the frame or outer ends of the axle.
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Last post by Ken Buhler
Tue Apr 20, 2021 12:05 am
Identify, please ?

Last post by Rich Bingham « Sun Apr 18, 2021 7:15 pm
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by Rich Bingham » Fri Apr 16, 2021 5:42 pm

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Photograph notes the location is Rexburg, Idaho, no date, but indicates the car may have been part of a tour or auto parade .

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Nope. You're not alone, Burger. I think about it a lot, mostly from the point of view of a horse-powered world about to change, and a world without pavement about to change even more, since I've lived my life in what were those fly-blown mountain towns. What fascinates me is the extent those earliest gas buggy infernal contraptions penetrated the...

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Last post by Rich Bingham
Sun Apr 18, 2021 7:15 pm
Unusual Internal-Combustion Engines

Last post by Marv K « Tue Apr 13, 2021 5:30 pm

by Marv K » Tue Apr 13, 2021 5:30 pm

Found an index of different designs of unusual internal-combustion engines.
Most impressive of all is they did it all without any computers, just guys that had a clue.

Unusual Internal-Combustion Engines for Autos etc.....
An enormous variety of unconventional internal combustion engines have been invented, almost universally with total lack of...

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Last post by Marv K
Tue Apr 13, 2021 5:30 pm
Lost My Mind - Bought a Flanders 20 (Model T Competitor)

Last post by Kaiser « Mon Apr 12, 2021 7:25 am
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by CudaMan » Thu Nov 12, 2020 5:16 pm
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Well, I went and did it - I bought the Flanders 20 that was advertised in the HCCA classifieds, see the attached pics. The Flanders 20 was built by EMF as a direct competitor to the Model T Ford, but Ford just lowered his prices to maintain his market dominance. The original cars came with a terribly fragile two-speed transaxle, but were recalled...

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Well at least they don't rattle around on bad roads :lol:
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Last post by Kaiser
Mon Apr 12, 2021 7:25 am
OT- Wife and dementia

Last post by Dan Haynes « Thu Apr 08, 2021 11:30 pm
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by ironhorse » Wed Mar 24, 2021 8:43 am

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Man, it has been forever since I have been to the forum (lucky I remembered my user name and password). I'm not mad at anyone nor have I dropped off the face of the earth. About 2 years ago my better half and started having Nightly Fights about nothing really but enough that I thought we were headed to the Big D after 38 years of marriage. Then...

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I think this is the video I was trying to link. I don't know what happened last time.

But really, watch Alive Inside . Find it and watch it.

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Last post by Dan Haynes
Thu Apr 08, 2021 11:30 pm
Here's a tough ID. Help !!

Last post by ModelT46 « Thu Apr 08, 2021 6:14 pm
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by Rich Bingham » Wed Apr 07, 2021 11:42 am

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So much of the car is covered up by the curious bystanders who are looking at their very first auty-mobile. Any thoughts as to make and year ?

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It is a Winton for sure.

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Last post by ModelT46
Thu Apr 08, 2021 6:14 pm
Message from your wife.

Last post by Rich Eagle « Thu Apr 08, 2021 2:37 pm
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by Roffe » Wed Apr 07, 2021 9:26 am

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As if we needed more.
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Last post by Rich Eagle
Thu Apr 08, 2021 2:37 pm
Pre COVID and post COVID haircut

Last post by Oldav8tor « Thu Apr 08, 2021 10:24 am
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by Norman Kling » Tue Mar 30, 2021 4:34 pm

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The last haircut was in February 2020, then the lock down. It's been over 3 weeks since the second shot and now the barber is open again. So I finally had a load lifted from my shoulders. Longest it has been in 85 years1 :lol:
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At least you fella's with long hair look somewhat normal. When you're bald on top you end up looking like a gray-haired clown if you let it grow long. My wife bought a clipper kit and we took turns butchering each other until I finally went to a barber last week. I'll spare you any photos.

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Last post by Oldav8tor
Thu Apr 08, 2021 10:24 am
What have you done on an old non-Model T vehicle.

Last post by Rich Eagle « Tue Apr 06, 2021 5:51 pm
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by Rich Eagle » Mon Mar 25, 2019 11:38 am
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It became important for me to do something with the 1919 Harley-Davidson engine. The bike has been gaining in value and parts since the acquisition of a basket case in 1973. A total rebuild isn't an option for me at this time but I believe I can reassemble it and at least get all the parts in one place and maybe fire it up. One of the crank pin...

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The guy in Montana knows a heck of a lot more about carburetors than I do.
I found these pictures today. The Buick didn't have it's turtle deck when I got it. Therefore there was no hardware for it. A fellow in El Cajon was kind enough to take one of his hinges off and put it on a copy machine. Some of you may remember Jack Garrison. I was able to...
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Last post by Rich Eagle
Tue Apr 06, 2021 5:51 pm
International auto buggies and auto wagons

Last post by Rich Eagle « Tue Apr 06, 2021 11:43 am
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by Mark Gregush » Tue Apr 06, 2021 3:49 am

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Something fun and different;

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That is wonderful. The illustrations and artwork are fantastic.
Thanks
Rich

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Last post by Rich Eagle
Tue Apr 06, 2021 11:43 am
Pretty Brass Carbs.

Last post by PDGx « Sun Apr 04, 2021 9:27 am
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by Duey_C » Wed Apr 29, 2020 11:33 pm

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You all know Uncle Stan Howe as an automobile carburetor restoration specialist. Stromberg OS might just be a specialty...
I know something others may not know... Stan does Old Tractor carburetors too. Sshhh...

Note how Old Tractor and OT fit together? Huh? Huh? See it? Huh? :lol: :lol: :D

Just wanted to show a carb that Stan had put on his...

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Make sure you two post videos (with sound) of starting them the first time !

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Last post by PDGx
Sun Apr 04, 2021 9:27 am
April Fool

Last post by BHarper « Sat Apr 03, 2021 1:13 pm
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by Oldav8tor » Thu Apr 01, 2021 6:24 pm

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I had a plan today. I was going to drive my T to a dentist appointment in a nearby town and then pull into the local Ford dealer and ask for a free multipoint inspection . April fools, right? Well, the joke was on me. This is what I saw when I got up this morning. Needless to say, I drove my modern Jeep, not the T. It's supposed to be back near...

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A number of years ago, I was planning to go for a First Day of Spring ride around town.
I awoke to unexpected snow.

I went out anyway.

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Last post by BHarper
Sat Apr 03, 2021 1:13 pm
Value of Cushman Engine-Model C, 4 hp (Binder engine?)

Last post by david_dewey « Sat Apr 03, 2021 3:43 am
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by david_dewey » Sun Feb 14, 2021 3:01 am

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Today I picked up a little vertical gas engine, Cushman Model C, 4hp according to the brass serial number tag. Tried looking it up on the internet, but kept getting Cushman Scooters and parts. Brass carb, looks fairly complete, except really rusty! Was just wondering if I got a good deal or zonked.
Going back tomorrow to pick up a '26 style...

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Thanks for pointing that out and posting it. Yes, I could do something like that with Barney!! Hmmmm. . .

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Sat Apr 03, 2021 3:43 am
Are you a better internet searcher than I am?

Last post by Burger in Spokane « Fri Apr 02, 2021 10:24 pm
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by Steve Jelf » Fri Apr 02, 2021 5:34 pm

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For well over a century wiring has been connected to switches and outlets by slotted 8-32 pan head brass screws.

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Unfortunately sometimes these screws get lost, and so far my search for replacements has come up with zip. Brass is easy, and 8-32 is easy, but slotted pan head is the killer. I wonder if anybody here can find a...

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This is why you choose to know a guy like me. I salvage all sorts of stuff
like this for my business.

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Last post by Burger in Spokane
Fri Apr 02, 2021 10:24 pm
Laser Cleaning - does it really work like the Youtube says it does?

Last post by A Whiteman « Fri Apr 02, 2021 7:58 pm

by A Whiteman » Fri Apr 02, 2021 7:58 pm

Well, the topic heading says it all. Does anyone have experience with this form of cleaning?
If so what was your outcomes like?
Are there problems or limitations cleaning say old brass carbs?

Any feed back appreciated.

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Last post by A Whiteman
Fri Apr 02, 2021 7:58 pm
Hyatt bearings, is this how they were made?

Last post by Rich Eagle « Thu Apr 01, 2021 10:47 am
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by Herb Iffrig » Wed Mar 31, 2021 9:08 am

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Or were they a flat piece that was wound around a shaft?

Some model makers would like to have some little chain lik fence iguess.

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Interesting video.
Wikipedia tells me helical-shaped rollers made from flat spring steel were more flexible than solid-cylinder rollers .
Years ago I thought they were just grooves in the roller until I found grease inside. I made rollers from drill rod for my Buick when I couldn't find the Hyatts. They work OK and I don't drive it much.
Rich

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Last post by Rich Eagle
Thu Apr 01, 2021 10:47 am
Nice night for a drive.

Last post by John Warren « Tue Mar 30, 2021 9:00 am
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by Mopar_man » Fri Mar 26, 2021 10:43 pm

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So I took my wife's Super Bee out for the first time in a long time. Even got caught in traffic. It got a bit hot but still ran great. Taking it to a show tomorrow.

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Very Nice!

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Last post by John Warren
Tue Mar 30, 2021 9:00 am
Obese, hell I didn't even think I was overweight

Last post by TRDxB2 « Tue Mar 30, 2021 12:18 am
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by Tom Hicks » Thu Apr 18, 2019 8:34 am

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At 5'10 and 215 lbs. I knew I had a little extra weight on me, but I did not consider myself fat. BMI chart indicated over 30, that is clinically obese.

I am not the only one who has suffered from this problem, and I blame doctors first and foremost. Primary Care Physicians need to get honest with their patients about weight. There are other...

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Have been on Weight Watchers and learned some interesting point about loosing weight. Obviously to loose weight you need to burn off (exercise) more than you take in. The point of exercising was to stimulate the metabolism not just too burn off calories (3 times 10minutes a day). The exercise was not the cardiovascular type but just a little walk,...

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Last post by TRDxB2
Tue Mar 30, 2021 12:18 am
Ford's Turbine Truck?

Last post by Fordwright « Mon Mar 29, 2021 1:07 pm
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by Marv K » Mon Mar 29, 2021 12:08 pm

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An interesting article! Never knew Ford had experimented with 'Turbine Technology', and as early as 1925....

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Over the years, several ventures were started based on turbines. Most of them failed because a cost-effective turbine failed to materialize.
Two places where it worked were in large ships and airliners.

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Last post by Fordwright
Mon Mar 29, 2021 1:07 pm
Recommendations needed for a masonry contractor in the Richmond,Va area R

Last post by jiminbartow « Sun Mar 28, 2021 12:46 am
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by geneabb » Sat Mar 27, 2021 4:42 pm

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Hi club members:

My son recently bought a house in Richmond, Va and since he is new to the area he is looking for recommendations for a mason or hardscape contractor to build a patio for him. I'm in the Blue & Gray chapter in central Maryland so am unable to give him any help.

If anyone could give me some recommendations that I can forward to...

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I live in Florida but went online to Craig’s List, Richmond, VA and found a “concrete finisher” on page 3 under “Jobs” - “skilled trade/craft”. Good Luck. Jim Patrick

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Sun Mar 28, 2021 12:46 am
Cleveland Six Model 40

Last post by Michael Peternell « Sat Mar 27, 2021 10:14 pm
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by Michael Peternell » Sat Mar 27, 2021 3:45 pm

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First start.
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They were a little rough when I brought them home

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Can't wait to put the original Stan Howe eye candy carb on it . Both engines had the original carbs on them. I'm guessing you might know the collector in Eastern ND I got the cars from!

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Last post by Michael Peternell
Sat Mar 27, 2021 10:14 pm
Paintings that aren't Model Ts

Last post by Rich Eagle « Sat Mar 27, 2021 12:51 pm
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by Rich Eagle » Thu Mar 14, 2019 9:54 am
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Finally I have stopped working on this one. After 170 hours it is not getting any better. I will turn it to the wall for a few months and then decide if I like it.
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You may recall that Herb offered this terrific photo a while back:

and Rob discovered some amazing information on Doctor Pagel who likely owned it:

Here are some steps...

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Thanks Dallas. It was been a good year for painting. I'm ready for warmer weather so I can work on the cars tho.
Rich
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Sat Mar 27, 2021 12:51 pm
Inguinal hernia

Last post by otrcman « Fri Mar 26, 2021 5:39 pm
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by jiminbartow » Tue Mar 16, 2021 1:14 pm

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Since The end of December, beginning of January, I have been having a sharp burning pain just to the left of my groin that especially hurts when I strain, such as when I cough, or sneeze, lift anything or sit down or get up.

One week ago, on March 9, I went to the VA emergency room and I spent most of the day undergoing tests. Blood test, urine...

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There's not much funny about having somebody come at you with a knife, even if he is a surgeon. But one of my co-workers hernia procedure did give him a humorous story to tell.

Jim was scheduled for a hernia repair and was told it would be a one-day affair. Surgery in the morning and bring a friend to drive him home in the afternoon. He woke from...

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Last post by otrcman
Fri Mar 26, 2021 5:39 pm
Photo aficionados: Daguerreotypes

Last post by jiminbartow « Wed Mar 24, 2021 6:46 pm
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by jiminbartow » Mon Mar 22, 2021 10:38 pm

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This is for anyone who has ever been interested in photography and daguerreotype photos. Daguerreotypes were developed in 1839 and were the main style of photographs throughout the 1840’s and 1850’s until the 1860’s. It is puzzling as to why the vast majority of images from this era are of less than attractive subjects so that when a rare one...

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Yes. To remedy this discomfort there was an adjustable neck support with a long shaft that went to the floor that helped the subject endure the long time one had to stay still. It was positioned directly behind the subject and, if positioned properly, was not visible in the photo. That is one of the reasons the subjects back then, look so upright...

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Wed Mar 24, 2021 6:46 pm
For the bikers

Last post by perry kete « Tue Mar 23, 2021 7:26 am
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by Rich Bingham » Mon Mar 08, 2021 11:04 am

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Not the best angle, but this 1913 photo kinda shows the fun and excitement over a brand-new Excelsior !

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Last post by perry kete
Tue Mar 23, 2021 7:26 am
Centurylink EMAIL format

Last post by DLodge « Mon Mar 22, 2021 10:31 am
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by DickC » Sun Mar 21, 2021 9:36 am

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I have just figured out how to return to the original and user friendly format from the new and improved version being offered by Centurylink. For some reason these sites seem to want to change the offering without regard to improving data or function. They employ computer gurus who want to change for the sake of change. I guess that by employing...

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Model T people have generally learned the important adage, If it ain't broke, don't fix it. People who work in IT seem to follow a different philosophy. If it ain't broke, then keep 'improving' it until it is.

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Last post by DLodge
Mon Mar 22, 2021 10:31 am
Here's your sign

Last post by Ruxstel24 « Sun Mar 21, 2021 3:01 pm
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by Dallas Landers » Tue Feb 23, 2021 3:46 pm

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My cousin thought I needed this sign😁 20210223_141920.jpg

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:P It’s a tough job but somebody’s gotta do it :lol:

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Sun Mar 21, 2021 3:01 pm
Show us your hit n miss engines

Last post by Angmar « Fri Mar 19, 2021 9:06 am
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by Angmar » Fri Jul 31, 2020 12:25 pm

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I am not sure if this topic is in here someplace or not but I was encouraged to post on the subject from 2 other members so here it goes. Hope you guys like it. This is one of my other toy's or hobbies. 1926, 25 horse Witte throttle governed. Weighs about 4500 lbs, runs like a Swiss watch.

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Nice carts. Like the United.

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Last post by Angmar
Fri Mar 19, 2021 9:06 am
How about a identification thread

Last post by TRDxB2 « Wed Mar 17, 2021 1:47 am
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by FATMAN » Mon Mar 15, 2021 3:49 pm

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I know a lot of folks here buy a lot of t parts at sale and auctions and always there is more in the box than Model T parts, it would be nice if there was a web site where folks could list photo's- part numbers to see what it is, most things get trashed or put on a shelf, this could help out a lot of folks, what do you think? Bob

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There is already a site like what y our suggesting but as you can see it isn't what you would want.
What you really looking for is Image Recognition Software -
However stuff like this only works if it has an image like the one your searching for. Also the answer is what was previously recorded right or wrong.
Download the app and take a picture...

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Last post by TRDxB2
Wed Mar 17, 2021 1:47 am
Help ID a car

Last post by Herb Iffrig « Tue Mar 16, 2021 11:03 pm
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by Herb Iffrig » Tue Mar 16, 2021 8:40 pm

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Not the type of photo that lets you id the car but maybe someone can help a friend that wants to know. Busch.JPG

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Thanks James.

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Last post by Herb Iffrig
Tue Mar 16, 2021 11:03 pm
Stewart Warner Vehicle Radios

Last post by TXGOAT2 « Sun Mar 14, 2021 2:23 pm
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by PDGx » Sun Feb 07, 2021 8:09 pm

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Anyone an antique radio expert ?

Trying to find some information on this Ford/Stewart Warner, but haven’t been able to determine the model or any identifying number.

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The remote is mounted to the steering column, and the radio unit is floor mounted.

There are...

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It's very clean and complete. Remarkabley so. It looks as if some capacitors may already have been replaced at some point. It was probably long ago, and they likely need replaced again. You aren't likely to find any to physically match the originals, but functional equivalents should be available, and they will probably be a lot smaller than the...

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Last post by TXGOAT2
Sun Mar 14, 2021 2:23 pm
For any one thinking about going to Luray this may.

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by Dan Hatch » Sun Mar 14, 2021 11:01 am

For any one going to Luray from South using I-81 here is a link about work being done on it. If you ever traveled 81 you how bad it can be. Dan

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Sun Mar 14, 2021 11:01 am
When at Chickasha

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by Ejl » Fri Mar 12, 2021 9:41 pm

When walking around swap meets and you see Metz parts please send me the vendors contact information. Thank you Gene

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Fri Mar 12, 2021 9:41 pm
White speedster

Last post by Burger in Spokane « Wed Mar 10, 2021 1:36 pm
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by Kaiser » Wed Mar 10, 2021 10:43 am

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I know there are certain White afficionados lurking on here, now look what i came across...
Soon to be for sale at Hyman's....
Feast your eyes on this !;

White speedster.jpg

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Looks unfinished. It needs those big White headlights and some swoopy
Mercer-type fenders, and it would be perfect !

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Wed Mar 10, 2021 1:36 pm
Sick Dodge

Last post by Steve Jelf « Mon Mar 08, 2021 10:35 pm
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by Steve Jelf » Sat Mar 06, 2021 5:59 pm

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The old truck starts easily, with just a touch of the starter pedal. But it sure runs rough. The video doesn't do it justice. It sounds rougher in real life. I have a suspicion of what the problem is, but thought I'd ask if anybody has a suggestion of what to look for first.

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Some of the suggestions are along the lines of what I was suspecting. Thanks to all. I'll start checking into things when I have a nice day for working outside. :)

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Mon Mar 08, 2021 10:35 pm
An odd question about sound.

Last post by D Stroud « Mon Mar 08, 2021 6:15 am
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by rfunkhouser » Fri Feb 12, 2021 10:05 am

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Hello!

My name is Rob and I work at the Rhythm Discovery Center, a percussion museum, in Indianapolis. I was invited to register to this forum by the admin from the Model T club in order to ask you guys about something a little strange that I am hunting.

Basically I am wondering if anyone has any older brake drums from a ford that I can hear the...

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I saw an old episode of boxing on a TV show from back in the '50's a few years ago. The 'bell' was was a an eight hole brake drum from a 3/4 ton truck, sounded great. Dave

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Mon Mar 08, 2021 6:15 am
Coach Light- Free (Just Pay The Postage)

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by GEmering » Sun Mar 07, 2021 3:44 pm

The coach light pictured here was given to me by someone who thought it was antique auto related.
I really don’t have a use for it.
Can anyone use it?
Just pay for the ride from New Jersey and it’s yours.

Gene

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Sun Mar 07, 2021 3:44 pm
Improving dirty clear edge guard on a Toyota?

Last post by ThreePedalTapDancer « Sat Mar 06, 2021 8:25 pm
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by ivaldes1 » Sat Mar 06, 2021 12:15 am

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Hi I am seeking advice on how to clean these. I bought my used Toyota Sienna a few years ago. It has these clear probably plastic door edge guards that are dirty under the plastic. I would like to clean them for a special occasion. Is there a way? Should I just take them off and start over? If so what is a replacement? Thanks!

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It needs to be peeled off and replaced. Replace with 3M clear door edge guard. Plenty of videos on how to apply on YouTube.

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Sat Mar 06, 2021 8:25 pm
Capacitors to replace condensors: T's and other things.

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by Duey_C » Sat Jan 16, 2021 12:36 am

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Back story . I can't recall the values but we regularly replace the condensers with capacitors in our model T coils. Old news.
I have orange drop capacitors for my Twin City tractor magnetos that we also regularly replace the aging condensers. Old news.
American Bosch ZR-4's, U-4's and would be perfect for DU-4's also. Funny, some replacement mags...

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I think the correct value (capacitance) of a capacitor/condenser in an ignition system is determined by the coil's characteristics. A value anywhere near correct will work, but the closer to the proper value, the longer the points will last.

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Sat Mar 06, 2021 1:14 pm
Big engine pics Fire Truck

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by dmdeaton » Sat Mar 06, 2021 10:21 am

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Yes they are

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Sat Mar 06, 2021 12:54 pm
So this just came

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by Mopar_man » Thu Mar 04, 2021 1:24 pm

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Oh no not the sideways phone picture! That’s gonna get people mad!!

Open the cover up and take the whole front/back photo in landscape 😀 (or they can wait for theirs to arrive)

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Thu Mar 04, 2021 1:38 pm
Henry Ford's Rubber Plantation

Last post by Mopar_man « Wed Mar 03, 2021 9:57 pm
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by dasiver » Mon Feb 15, 2021 11:11 pm

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Don't think I have ever seen this topic discussed on the Forum. Science channel has a series called Mysteries of the Abandoned and they had a segment on the plantation and city Henry built in the Amazon rain forest in 1928. He was going to grow his own rubber to cut out the middle man in the product. City housed about 2000 people, didn't work out...

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In the MTFCI magazine a young man wrote a nice essay about it.

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Wed Mar 03, 2021 9:57 pm
1910 in Hailey, Idaho

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by Rich Bingham » Mon Mar 01, 2021 11:25 am

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Identify ? Photo notes say the building houses The Wood River Times newspaper.

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Thanks for the link Tim. It does support my idea of it being an Olds. It's very similar and perhaps a different trip with a different model.

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Wed Mar 03, 2021 11:07 am
Need Metz parts

Last post by Ejl « Mon Mar 01, 2021 6:58 pm
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by Ejl » Sat Feb 27, 2021 3:16 pm

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First time posting. I'm in need of Metz parts and would like to meet owners of Metz automobile. I'm posting here because I read this forum every day which has very helpful information on any car your working on. Any help would be appreciated.I can be pm here.Thank you Gene

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Thank you guys for the links Gene

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Mon Mar 01, 2021 6:58 pm
Cold weather

Last post by ivaldes1 « Wed Feb 24, 2021 1:13 am
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by Norman Kling » Sat Feb 20, 2021 1:32 pm

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Just wondering how everyone in the north and middle part of the country are doing. I have heard about power outages, and clean water shortages, and even some food shortages. I am very thankful that things out on the southwest coast are warm and sunny. Only fallout here is a shortage of the COVID vaccine due to delivery problems.
I hope things...

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Last week in Texas was a mess. Houston Texas nearly never stays below freezing for more than a day. It was in the teens for about 5 days -- highly unusual for Texas. I know of nearly no one who didn't lose power for significant periods of time and then the pipe breaks began with loss of water pressure and the boil water alerts. Everything shut...

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Wed Feb 24, 2021 1:13 am
Unknown speedster-Old Photo

Last post by John Warren « Mon Feb 22, 2021 11:57 am
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by Herb Iffrig » Thu Jan 21, 2021 8:04 am

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Mon Feb 22, 2021 11:57 am
Meanwhile in Montana

Last post by John Warren « Fri Feb 19, 2021 7:58 pm
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by Rich Bingham » Thu Feb 18, 2021 2:12 pm

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Identify this skunk wagon please ? Photo date unknown, as are the tribesmen.

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Wow. that is really something to see the Native American Indians in cars. Love the photos. As a child I spent a couple of years on an Indian reservation. The company Dad worked for was paving some highways in Arizona.

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Fri Feb 19, 2021 7:58 pm
Henry Ford's quadricycle

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by Fordwright » Mon Feb 15, 2021 12:45 pm

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I've seen conflicting reports about what became of Ford's first driveable automobile, the Quadricycle. Most sources say it was lost, and Henry Ford built a reproduction for his museum. I'm reading a fairly recent book that says he initially sold it for $200 to raise money, but he bought it back a few years later for $60. The book is: I Invented...

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Mon Feb 15, 2021 5:11 pm
Removing old paint and rust

Last post by jiminbartow « Sun Feb 07, 2021 11:26 pm
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by Robert Bente » Mon Jan 04, 2021 12:07 pm

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70B44BE4-FCDC-403A-90AD-8B6F7B345B6D.jpeg I’m looking for some ideas on the best way to strip rust and paint from a frame, axles, springs, and rear.
Wire wheel, chemicals, sand, scrap???
Thanks for your ideas.
Robert Bente
Redding, Ca.

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I personally do not like sandblasting, because it irreparably distresses, and roughens the surface from the original smooth steel factory finish that lies under the paint and rust. To me, sandblasting is the lazy man’s way to remove rust and paint. First of all don’t be in a big hurry. Do it in stages. First, remove the paint using Jasco gel type...

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Sun Feb 07, 2021 11:26 pm
is there any copyright issue

Last post by FreighTer Jim « Thu Feb 04, 2021 8:53 pm
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by chris012 » Wed Feb 03, 2021 12:40 am

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hi, If I use the image of ford model T in the flyer or some other infographics. I just want to know this before publishing my article about mallet putters. I want this image is on putters grip because I love this model too much. It is always my favorite. I feel proud If this image is on the grip of putters which I will sell on my affiliate...

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hi, If I use the image of ford model T in the flyer or some other infographics. I just want to know this before publishing my article about classic old cars. kindly guide me if there is any issue I will not use it.

If you find an image on a Google search.

If the image does not have a watermark across
it or a copyright mark on it - it is in the...

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Thu Feb 04, 2021 8:53 pm
AACA sign up troubles.

Last post by Duey_C « Tue Feb 02, 2021 10:27 pm
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by Duey_C » Sat Jan 30, 2021 12:20 am

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Seems as if their site doesn't like Mozilla based web browsers.
Tried to sign up to ask a question about a Howe Stromberg M-3 carb with a particular throttle lever for a National automobile owner in 2000-11.
Got in, typed in the answers yet something was wrong. The site didn't say what was wrong.
Thoughts?

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I did get to the second security question today Jim.
27032. If I make a mistake it looks like this. I fixed it. See next pic.
28572. Better but still not passing.
29894. Oops. If I try this I know I made a mistake.
OK, perhaps no mistakes can be made at all so I went back after x'ing out. Trouble is, they remember me now.
After a couple tries...

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Tue Feb 02, 2021 10:27 pm
Dragonman's Military Museum

Last post by ThreePedalTapDancer « Mon Feb 01, 2021 12:57 am
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by Herb Iffrig » Sun Jan 31, 2021 7:45 pm

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A friend just sent this link to me. I thought some here would appreciate seeing this:

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Interesting guy. He is known as the most armed man in America. An arms dealer with a Class III license, he can and does own every conceivable weapon, and shoots them all.

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Mon Feb 01, 2021 12:57 am
Millers falls sharpening stone

Last post by Jerry VanOoteghem « Sun Jan 31, 2021 5:27 pm
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by Herb Iffrig » Sat Jan 30, 2021 7:01 pm

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Has anyone ever seen one of these in real life ? millers falls tools.JPG

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Thanks Brent and Jerry. I guess I will look for a scroll saw to get an idea of what is missing on mine.

Millers Falls made a few different sizes. I believe the New Rogers is one of the larger ones and most likely the closest relative to your grinder.

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Last post by Jerry VanOoteghem
Sun Jan 31, 2021 5:27 pm
Shipping airplanes WWI -Old Photo

Last post by Herb Iffrig « Sat Jan 30, 2021 6:50 pm

by Herb Iffrig » Sat Jan 30, 2021 6:50 pm

I could have put this in the This was Trucking thread, but I thought it needed a airplane in crate.JPG special discussion.

airplane in crate back.JPG

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Sat Jan 30, 2021 6:50 pm
COVID

Last post by Jerry VanOoteghem « Fri Jan 29, 2021 11:17 am
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by dmdeaton » Wed Jan 13, 2021 9:54 pm

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Ron Miller of miller’s machine shop in shandon Ohio is in the hospital this week with COVID. He has been up and down and we are praying for him. He helped me get into this hobby a few years ago and is a good friend. I am sure a bunch of you know him.

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Is there any news on Ron? Such a great family. So sorry to see this... Prayers!

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Fri Jan 29, 2021 11:17 am
Already 16 months since I visited the museum?

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by Grizwaldo » Mon Jan 18, 2021 9:29 pm

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October 2019 I needed to get to Stutzman's to pick up some wheels,get an engine in Amherst (OH) and deliver an ebay sale item in Missouri. Seemed real easy to stop by Richmond,In and see the museum. I was a bit disappointed pulling into the parking lot,modern bldg,big but not huge. There was a young man in there manning the place and some other...

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What you didn’t see 👁

The local volunteers that donated countless hours
to transition the original museum and the annex
into what stands today in the ❤️ of
Old Downtown Richmond, Indiana.

“ The Museum That Saved The Town
And The Town That Saved The Museum “

That is me quoting myself 👍

Someday .....

The Vintage Ford will dedicate an issue to...

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Fri Jan 29, 2021 3:53 am
model a 1930-aa-4 speed transmission

Last post by Mark Gregush « Tue Jan 26, 2021 11:36 am
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by Richard G » Mon Jan 18, 2021 8:39 pm

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whats the best fix on the shift lever that allows the tranny to stick between two gears. i'm told the ball is worn,--weld and re shape ? i have not taken it apart yet, just trying to get some idea. thanks-- greg

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Just clamp the tower in a vice, no need for all that fancy holder. (Nice job building it) Make sure the vent hole in the casting is open. It is about half way up on the back side. If you don't you will be blowing lube out the transmission.

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Tue Jan 26, 2021 11:36 am
What is this fancy thing?

Last post by Michael Peternell « Sat Jan 23, 2021 10:16 pm
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by Herb Iffrig » Sat Jan 23, 2021 9:23 am

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Fragrant mound condensor ?

Made the Clearing throat noise! That's funny!

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Last post by Michael Peternell
Sat Jan 23, 2021 10:16 pm
High Wheeler

Last post by ChrisB « Fri Jan 22, 2021 1:09 pm
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by Rich Bingham » Wed Jan 13, 2021 9:19 pm

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I never thought of these as actual automobiles and because of that I pretty much overlooked them as I studied old cars. Can anyone identify this little cutie ?? No wonder they terrified horses !

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We own a 1911 Sears high wheeler. Have not driven it much it is very hard to start, although the previous owner fitted a NH carb.

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Last post by ChrisB
Fri Jan 22, 2021 1:09 pm
Prayers for Lloyd Hansen, Model T guy in Oroville, CA

Last post by david_dewey « Thu Jan 21, 2021 11:51 pm
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by david_dewey » Thu Jan 14, 2021 8:28 pm

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I just posted this on the main forum, but just in case it is considered off topic I will also post it here.
Just found out my T friend Lloyd Hansen, who has driven Ts all his life and has some great projects around his place (besides helping me out bunches with my T) is going to have a 4-way bypass and carotid artery bypass tomorrow morning...

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Lloyd made it home today! He's doing very well in the healing mode. The staff said he was walking too fast. and he's healing faster than younger patients they have had. Good news! Now to keep him from over-doing!

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Thu Jan 21, 2021 11:51 pm
Touring Body, Please Help ID

Last post by Dallas Landers « Fri Jan 15, 2021 4:52 pm
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by Ruxstel24 » Thu Jan 14, 2021 2:53 pm

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A friend found this while looking at a 27 T...
Looks to be larger than a T. Anyone have an idea ?
The cowl lights are electric....

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I think you hit it Dave. The windshield frame and the front door turns up at the cowl the same.

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Last post by Dallas Landers
Fri Jan 15, 2021 4:52 pm
Completely OT- Making a scarf joint

Last post by Herb Iffrig « Thu Jan 14, 2021 9:38 pm

by Herb Iffrig » Thu Jan 14, 2021 9:38 pm

Part three of a multi part series on repairing a barn.

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Thu Jan 14, 2021 9:38 pm
Not a Ford - identify ?

Last post by Grizwaldo « Tue Jan 12, 2021 11:04 am
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by Rich Bingham » Thu Dec 03, 2020 9:07 pm

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A seven passenger touring that was in the stable of the Boise Livery Co. Here in front if the Ellis Hotel, Placerville, Idaho. Date unknown.

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Yes it does look like a '15,first year for the Cadillac V-8 and longest running production V-8 in the world. 15 through 17 did not have a removable cylinder head.

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Tue Jan 12, 2021 11:04 am
RANT: AMERICAN GREED

Last post by Bills Auto Works « Tue Jan 12, 2021 7:28 am
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by ModelTWoods » Sat Jan 09, 2021 12:41 pm

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With the problems we have in America with political division and turmoil, we have our hands, more than full. Then comes along the GREED of some Americans. America is a 'free market' economy and I know that the price a seller gets is 'whoever the market will bear', but do some sellers have 'no shame' or decency? I have always tried to sell, either...

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Greed, pride, lust, envy, gluttony, wrath and sloth. The seven deadly sins.
Sloth is my favorite.

Cute, laid back & star of many hilarious memes....What's not to like! :lol:

God Bless
Bill

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Tue Jan 12, 2021 7:28 am
Some members of my household are difficult to shop for.

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by WayneJ » Thu Dec 17, 2020 11:08 am

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Happy Holidays Everyone!

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It doesn't matter how nice a basket you make for them, they always find your favorite spot the best...

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Sat Jan 09, 2021 6:23 am
Not Ford men !

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by Rich Bingham » Fri Jan 08, 2021 11:31 am

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Here's a fun picture. Not Fords (not Russia either :D ) probably mid-teens ?
Can anyone identify the cars in their stable ?

W. S. Jenkins & Sons established the Moscow Livery Stable, made the transition into the motor age and remained in business. I imagine there were many that did as well.

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A 1902 Percheron on the left and two 1889 Nags in front of the stable doors 😂

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Sat Jan 09, 2021 6:11 am
The Visit of George - A Morris Cowley Tale

Last post by perry kete « Fri Jan 08, 2021 5:58 pm
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by A Whiteman » Fri Jan 08, 2021 3:42 pm

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Christmas in New Zealand is summer time, time for the BBQ, gatherings and family holidays. This year the holidays have been domestically focused. No shooting off to Fiji for a week or the Gold Coast for a few days. As a result many ‘Kiwis’ have been discovering the beauty and spectacular landscapes quite literally at our own back door.

A benefit...

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What a very enjoyable story, thanks for sharing.

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Fri Jan 08, 2021 5:58 pm
Old sign

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by Billdizer,Spencer In » Sat Jan 02, 2021 7:57 am

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This time of the year, lots of people are looking for an old sign to Langs! Yes, an old Langs sign! hint say the last three words together! Now do you get it?

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Is this the old Lang's sign you are talking about?

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Last post by Herb Iffrig
Mon Jan 04, 2021 11:09 am
Has anyone converted Carbide Headlights to electric ?

Last post by OilyBill « Sun Jan 03, 2021 11:39 pm
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by PDGx » Wed Dec 02, 2020 7:16 pm

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Anyone have experience with these gas burner to electric headlight conversions ?
(Langes)

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Thanks for the info! I am looking at doing that for my 1914 Runabout. Looks like they work very nicely!

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Sun Jan 03, 2021 11:39 pm
Music and and model T

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by JohnM » Sat Jan 02, 2021 10:26 pm

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I love how model T's and acoustic music fit together. I know there is Stan and Mark, and others on this forum, who play and love Americana music. This would be my sound track to a T video. Part Aaron Copland, part celtic, part bluegrass. Please add your favorites. Enjoy.

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My favorite is on “Katie Across The Nation day 1”

I would like to know more about this song. Title, artist or anything.

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Sun Jan 03, 2021 8:06 am
Where to get an 8 volt battery load tester

Last post by Novice « Thu Dec 31, 2020 1:47 pm
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by jiminbartow » Sun Nov 01, 2020 11:48 pm

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I have a 48 volt electric 2012 Precedent Club Car golf cart with six brand new Trojan 8 volt batteries. I need an 8 volt battery load tester with which to periodically check the condition of the batteries. Does anyone know where I can find one of these? I have been looking online for several days and cannot find one anywhere. All the ones for sale...

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LOOKS GOOD. e-bay has everything! And now if You decide to put a 8 volt battery in Your model T for a little extra starting power. You have a tester to check it.

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Thu Dec 31, 2020 1:47 pm
A different mode of transportation

Last post by Rich Eagle « Tue Dec 29, 2020 1:44 pm
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by Rich Bingham » Sun Dec 27, 2020 10:12 pm

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Harnessing could be stressful.

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Apparently so judging from the occasional horse that climbs a tree searching for honey or the Greyhound running along to the William Tell Overture.

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Tue Dec 29, 2020 1:44 pm
1908 Buick

Last post by Wayne Sheldon « Fri Dec 25, 2020 5:50 am
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by Robert Bente » Tue Jul 07, 2020 12:25 am

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The HCCA site is a dead horse as far as input and thoughts on early car restorations.
I have had a lot of insight and recommendations on my last project, 1916 Buick Barn find, from my fellow T brothers and sisters.
I’m in the process, during this COVID thing, of a restoration of a 1908 Buick model G.
It weathered the Car fire 2 years ago with...

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Dang you work fast!

Thank you for the update.

Happy Holidays! And a wonderful New Year.

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Last post by Wayne Sheldon
Fri Dec 25, 2020 5:50 am
Custom Color Matched Exterior Enamel from Home Depot!

Last post by Mopar_man « Wed Dec 23, 2020 8:05 pm
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by CudaMan » Wed Dec 23, 2020 1:11 pm

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The chassis and undercarriage of my 1912 Flanders 20 is a rather dark, yellowish cream color and needs a lot of touch-up. I removed and cleaned up my license plate holder as best I could to use as a color reference. I could have gone to a dedicated automotive paint store, but on a whim I decided to stop by Lowe's first. They only offer color...

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That's great!! When My daughter was born I asked my wife if we should paint the nursery a nice soft yellow. She agreed so I went to Home Depot with a 1967 Dodge paint chart and painted her room 67 Dodge yellow Sunfire . It came out great! They were also able to match Hemi Orange Petty Blue and Citron Yellow for my garage. Ha!!!

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Wed Dec 23, 2020 8:05 pm
The History Guy on Carl Fisher

Last post by Duey_C « Wed Dec 23, 2020 12:44 am
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by otrcman » Thu Dec 17, 2020 11:39 am

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I wasn't sure whether this qualified for On Topic or not. So playing safe with OT.

This is a 14 minute synopsis of the life of Carl Fisher, who was a key promotor many facets of the early development of automobiles, and yet his name is hardly noticed today.

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I thought that was a pretty neat video. Thanks Dick!

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Last post by Duey_C
Wed Dec 23, 2020 12:44 am
Larger headlight fork

Last post by PDGx « Tue Dec 22, 2020 2:32 pm
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by PDGx » Wed Oct 21, 2020 7:05 pm

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Anyone have a source for headlight forks that have an approximate 9-3/4” c-c of forks ?

The standard T size is 7-1/2”.

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Need a pair for a set of Corbin lights.

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I think they look great!
... All that hay in the background is a lot of work too! I have never found a cool way to put it up! We mostly use round bales for the wife's two horses! Only did fifty eight square this year, on the third cutting. Merry Christmas!

Thx. We round bale our bahia for cattle, but bring good alfalfa from up north for the...

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Tue Dec 22, 2020 2:32 pm
Tow truck, how they do it in Germany

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by Herb Iffrig » Mon Dec 21, 2020 8:11 pm

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Tue Dec 22, 2020 9:25 am
IT SNOWED LAST NIGHT

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by StevenS » Sun Dec 20, 2020 6:02 pm

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IT SNOWED LAST NIGHT...!

8:00 am - I made a snowman in my front yard.

8:10 - A feminist passed by and asked me why I didn't make a snowwoman.

8:15 - So, I made a snowwoman.

8:17 - My feminist neighbor complained about the snowwoman's voluptuous chest saying it objectified snowwomen everywhere.

8:20 - The gay couple living nearby threw a...

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To add to that I was going to quip:
Next;
t jung walzting matilda from up here caught some wind of the punrestp down there, got in touch with his head gestapoworm mirror kiki elseiagreeasson to see if they could consider finding ya with oh so many folk on said land, charging th cannons and garnishing some doe for thereselves.
That may near be how...

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Tue Dec 22, 2020 1:07 am
Got these two out for the last time this year.

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by Mopar_man » Sun Dec 13, 2020 6:42 pm

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Went out to fill up the tank on these two. Both ran well after sitting for a month. The Charger is mine and the SuperBee is my wife's car.

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That's a big change. My problem is I can't get rid of any cars I have. Ha! I've had my Imperial for 30 years the Charger for 21 and my wife has had the Super Bee for 17. The 26 T is the baby I've only had that one for about 3. That GTX was nice. The Flanders 20 is a cool rare car.

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Mon Dec 21, 2020 9:24 am
Car Light Or?

Last post by Mark Gregush « Sat Dec 19, 2020 10:46 pm
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by GEmering » Fri Dec 18, 2020 11:49 pm

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I was given this light by a friend who thought it might be auto related. There is no makers mark on the lamp.
Any information is appreciated.

Gene

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The cap holds the candle in place and as it burns a spring in the tube pushes it up.

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Sat Dec 19, 2020 10:46 pm
1969 Renault 16 parts

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by Afrazer » Fri Dec 18, 2020 9:52 pm

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Does anyone in the U.S. have a place to buy new replacement parts for a 1969 Renault 16. My dads car had a wiring issue, we have an old one that might be usable but I’d rather find him a new better quality replacement if possible.

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A number of the hits I got were people who deal in vintage Renault parts. Also got some hits for Renault clubs, who may also have some tips.

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Sat Dec 19, 2020 1:14 pm
Your oldest favorite chainsaw?

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by Billdizer,Spencer In » Mon Dec 07, 2020 8:51 pm

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What's you oldest favorite, or maybe least favorite chainsaw? I just got my old Echo cs602vl running again, after several years of rest. I've owned it since the late seventies, and cut a lot of firewood with it! It suffered a melted piston after the fuel filter plugged up on it, and ran it too lean. This was 8-10 years ago, and I bought a good...

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Until a few years ago, I had two POULAN? chain saws, gave them away to a friend, still kicking my butt. :oops: :oops: I ran upon these years ago up in the Rockies, at the time one could find stuff like this that some poor Logger had for sale when he had ran out of work. One was triangular in shape, and it was BIG. The old boy I got it from said...

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Tue Dec 15, 2020 10:10 am
Mechanics at work-Old Photos

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by Herb Iffrig » Wed Nov 25, 2020 5:46 pm

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I think it is a fun thing to look into some of these old garages. Some of the photos I will put up have been posted before, but I will try to congregate them here. mechanic and car.JPG mechanics and car shop.JPG mechanics and a car2.JPG mechanics and cars.JPG tire shop mechanics.JPG

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Mon Dec 14, 2020 7:11 pm
I Fear We're All Out of Date

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by HPetrino » Sat Nov 21, 2020 11:47 am

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Occasionally on Saturday mornings while I'm at my desk doing stuff I'll put on Hopalong Cassidy. There is a cable channel here that plays 2 of his early 1950's TV episodes then 1 of his movies every Saturday morning. I enjoy the simple good guy always wins theme. It's a short, pleasant break from the news and realities of todays troubled world....

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Back when it was current, I wrote to ask what kemo sabe meant. The answer I got was that it meant absolutely nothing, It was only a word invented for Tonto to call the Lone Ranger. No cultural group need be offended.

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Sun Dec 13, 2020 7:18 am
For the Record - An Objection

Last post by tdump « Sat Dec 12, 2020 5:27 pm
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by HPetrino » Sat Dec 05, 2020 5:09 pm

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The OT thread about the recent election has been removed. I have just read and re-read the Forum Rules. I could find nothing in those rules that would warrant removing that thread. Just because one person didn't like the fact that it had political content is not sufficient reason to stifle civil, legitimate, rule compliant, and stimulating...

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I must have missed something!
But 1 thing I have learned lately, depending on your leanings in regards to certian things as to how many places you are welcome to talk about politics and religion.
Smoke and Flames,yep,I have lit a fire or 2 there.

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Sat Dec 12, 2020 5:27 pm
Why wooden spoked wheels and not steel?

Last post by dmdeaton « Wed Dec 09, 2020 8:21 pm
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by Fordwright » Tue Oct 13, 2020 3:18 pm

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It must have occurred to someone that a pressed steel rim was better than the wooden spoked wheel in those days. I don't buy the argument that wood was lighter, because the vanadium steel at the time could have made a wheel as thin and strong enough to achieve the desired weight. Was it simply that back in the day, a wheelmaker only made wheels in...

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So 26 was the year of the wires from what I read. I saw pics of a recent red 26 roadster pickup that sold in the sale threads with wood spokes. What is needed to put a set of these together for a 26/27? Large drums for rear I assume.

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Wed Dec 09, 2020 8:21 pm
Hershey

Last post by Mark Gregush « Tue Dec 08, 2020 7:11 pm
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by dmdeaton » Tue Dec 08, 2020 5:17 pm

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Are we going to be able to go this fall?

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The people to ask would be the ones that run it. I suggest going to their web site and send an email.

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Tue Dec 08, 2020 7:11 pm
"Pretty far-fetched" and stuff

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by DLodge » Sat Aug 29, 2020 12:01 pm

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In the Stutzman thread on the General Discussion forum, Steve Jelf made the comment that something was pretty far-fetched. My grandfather often used the expression (generally in response to something I had told him). I still use it occasionally, but probably not as often as it was used in days past. Is far-fetched going the way of Model Ts and oil...

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Sat Dec 05, 2020 9:11 pm
Special $300 Tax Deduction for 2020 Charitable Cause

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by hossross » Fri Dec 04, 2020 10:36 pm

Many of you may not know that the CARES Act, the huge spending bill passed by Congress in March to provide Coronavirus Aid, ALSO allows for a $300 tax deduction on your 2020 Taxes, IF you only claim the STANDARD DEDUCTION. (ie: you get both this charity deduction and the standard deduction. Usually if you don't itemized your deductions. there are...

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Fri Dec 04, 2020 10:36 pm
Another White for Rich Eagle

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by Rich Bingham » Tue Dec 01, 2020 6:39 pm

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No dates or details were given, other than this is CC Boswell, and his trusty White, stage driver from Grangeville to New Meadows (Idaho) for a number of years. The beast regularly negotiated Whitebird Pass. What power !

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Either one looks mighty elegant ! :D

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Fri Dec 04, 2020 3:22 pm
FJ - Flat Rate Mechanic For Light Diesel & Gas Automotive Needed In Winslow, Arizona

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by FreighTer Jim » Wed Dec 02, 2020 2:42 pm

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