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Can someone please provide the measurement of the front top bow from the locking pin at the bottom of the iron to the top of the wood bow? Thank you!

I’m ready to put new sneakers on my ‘26 split rims and am considering going with 5.25-21. My engine is strong and I do have a Rux in this pickup. I like the idea of the slightly larger diameter tires giving me a little lower rpm at the same cruise speed. What have others experienced? Also, what’s the current opinion of the various brands that are...

Couldn't locate anything using the forum search for my concerns...
Was looking for some pictures (and guidance) of other's T's showing valves properly seated and without head installed.

On the last start up, I noticed coolant bubbling out from the rear head and knew I needed to replace the head gasket.
Today I got the head removed, spent an hour...

I am looking for a TT cab for a new project I'm working on. I have a complete running 26 chassis. My buddy found a TT flat bed with all the stock racks in amazing condition. I will get pics posted soon. Just seeing what is available within reasonable distance.

Hi everyone,
I just finished installing new axle shafts in a Ruckstell differential and I’m wondering if I did right to use anti seize on the tapers. Evidently there has been some debate on the matter. I also installed new hubs. Any thoughts appreciated!

Hey there Model T friends. This is my first post in a good while. As most of you know already, I own a 1926 TT. I have not driven my truck all that much in the past few years and that it=s due to one central reason. Almost every spoke out of the 48 on the car is loose. This looseness causes the truck to walk all over the place when I'm driving and...

Get it for your grandkids! Get it for yourself!
To be issued in March.

LEGO 11376 Ford Model T celebrates the revolutionary automobile - Jay's Brick Blog

All,
The Bay Area Horseless Carriage Club is stepping in to take over the “Bakersfield” swap meet. The event will be the same location and date, Price per space will be 65 dollars. More information will be forthcoming soon.

This is just a quick announcement moments after the vote to let everyone know Bakersfield Lives again.

More to Follow

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It has a Rootlieb flat wood dashboard. I want to add a sheet metal cowl. more of a curved shape. Any ideas or does anyone have one for sale? or a blue print or patterns?

thnx
frontyboy.

Just respond here is the best

Cab anyone with a hempy cooper line boring set up take some measurements and pictures of the cutters for me mine are missing

I had a bit of a rude incident happen today.
I loaned my hub puller to a local T owner months ago, I explained how to use it properly.
Not a tool I use often so I didn’t mind he had it way longer than he needed it.
Much to my surprise when I requested it to be returned, he dropped it by my shop when I wasn’t there. When I unwrapped it, I found...

I am looking for the proper name of the sheet metal cover that attached to the wood firewall ( 1915 ) and
covers where the rear of the motor sticks out.
I also assume it transitions down to the floor board.
I am also looking for a source for this item or a drawing for fabricating as a last resort.

Thank you

Enjoy a short ten minute drive in the rain in Hawaii. Have a great day!

Does anyone know if there’s a difference between Canadian coil boxes and US coil boxes. I have a 1922 Canadian tourer… the coil box needs rebuilt. The wood isn’t the correct thickness and when the lid is on I short out coils….

I either want to buy a rebuild kit, or maybe someone has a nice rebuilt one ready to go for me?

Thanks for your help!...

New year, new thread. Our chapter has done nothing so far. 1 1/2 inches of rain today. I wanted to start the thread in case someone did something worth sharing.

Andy
Redwood Empire Model T Club

Does this date really mean anything for a Model T or is it only because it is used on aircraft?
Why does it expire? Looks like vaseline in a tube.
Thank you.

it is getting to be time to start planning our springtime auto. activities ... i spoke with Kevin Hammock this week regarding any changes in the Duncan swapmeet in March ... the only change is BIGGER ... the 2 north buildings are sold out and the building that was under construction last year is completed and will house an additional 100 plus...

On the right side of the car of the rear end, is there supposed to be a drain plug on the far end of the axle housing on the underside just before where the brake housing is riveted to the housing?

I have two glass spare headlight reflectors. They are both the same diameter, but one is thicker and heavier than the other. Since the headlights are John Brown, I would assume the lighter one would be what was used. I'm not willing to remove the reflectors from either one of my '13s to find out!

Working on getting some anti tarnish coverings made for my car and a few friends. May even make these to sell. So far we have worked out fitted headlight covers for 13 14 models (earlier models will come soon) hub cap covers and speedo covers. Pototyping of the rad and cowl lamps are progressing. All covers are made of water proof black canvas...

Removed mosquitoes.

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I know that I have seen one before, but I do not remember the name/maker. Any help would be appreciated.

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We are having our 9th annual Model T/ Model A/ prewar swap meet/ car show/ get together on Saturday April 18, 2026 at 700 A.M. at our farm. Free setup and admission. Outside spaces only. Bring your parts or cars to sell. [Model T's- Model A's or any makes pre 1945 or just come to visit. Everyone is welcome. Free primitive camping the night before....

My '26 speedster came with a low head. I have a high head in my stash. It looks like the high head has larger water jackets (better cooling?). What would your suggestions be on which would be best and why?

Thanks!

I am curious about the touring tops. Which years typically had the flaps on the back or was an aftermarket thing.

What is the Autolite spark plug number for 1/2 thread base plugs? I have seen three numbers: F11 , #25 , and 3095.

Dropped off a 1914 Windshield Frame along with the brass Glass Channel to mount it in. The shop calls me to inform that their Plate Glass is 3/16 thick however the Safety Glass is 1/4 thick. The option they gave is to have Plate Glass cut and then tempered however he also felt like that was against the law to use tempered in the Windshield...

Hello. I can't figure out some details about the seat assembly kit from Cubels for a 1915 Roadster. I would be grateful if some of you could help me with these questions:

1. See picture #1. Are the lower extensions of these seatback vertical posts supposed to sit on top of the seat riser cutout, as shown in the picture, or is it supposed to go...

I sourced this unit for a guy in India who has a 1915 T and wants to add a starter, but also wants everything period correct.
I got it from Dodge Riedy who got it to me here in Idaho a few days ago.
The bendix was completely stuck at first. After a bit of coaxing with penetrating oil, dunk tank and carb cleaner, I got the bendix working again....

This fabric item was between the front spring and the frame member on my ‘13. It appears to be long grain top material. The 1915 parts book shows an identical item, I’m wondering if anyone knows the purpose of the four small brass rivets ? IMG_3733.jpeg

Hey, can anyone in the group share the known measurements of the Model T transmission early Brake Drum Top-Hat bearing? I see some of them given by Benson Archives parts listing pages, but would prefer to have actual measurements, even if a little worn.

Thanks,

Jim Key
Accurate Models

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Hello there! Can I use red 50/50 OAT antifreeze in the 1927 model t?

Does anyone still make or have a set of steering unit tapers? Venders used to supply them but have not found any. Any ideas??
answer me here its quicker.
thnx,
frontyboy

Would like to communicate with anyone knowlegable with the late Model T (and early Model A) innertube valve stems:
Schrader 777, 888, 6300
Dill VS6, VS74 , VS 74, TR 16 VS 74, and VS-74A
Trying to understand the transition from Model T (wood spoke wheel), through the late Model T (wire spoke wheel), to the early Model A.

There are many events planned to commemorate the opening of Route 66 in 1926. Any clubs have plans? Here is a photo from 2012 for the worlds heaviest Model T in Tulsa. Commeration01b.jpg

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What do these fit? Are they for a 1925 Fordor?
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I need twelve of the 1926-27 rear curtain fasteners for the open car top irons. The current offerings (RH) fit if you don’t try to sandwich the side curtains in between.

The Model A Roadster has snaps (LH) that fasten to the windshield with smaller holes. The Model A open cars also use the same side curtain fasteners on the body as do our Model...

Just a reminder that the annual old car swap meet in Marrietta, Ohio is Sat March 7th starting at 7:00 am. Lots of vendors with lots of model T and A stuff. Nice heated building with a nice lunch and pies and hot coffee. Vendors in attendance include Kevin Prus, David Nolting, Ron’s Machine Shop, The Carb Shed, The Coil Dr., with many individuals...

I'm trying to establish if the cam portion of my brake pedal is worn enough to warrant replacing the pedal. The pedal stroke seems to be too short, and so the band needs to be overly tightened to compensate, at least it seems that way.
The pedal supports are new reproduction parts.

Question: How much pedal free play can be considered within...

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There is an interesting post in the Classifieds, and since myself, Steve, and a few others kinda hijacked John's ad, maybe it would be best to continue our discussions here.

So my next questions are; -in looking at pictures of Brad's (-and other's Boring Bar), it appears that the Engine Block's Cam bores become the 'datum' for aligning the...

With which a guy can set out for a club meeting, after dark, in February, with every expectation of a successful return hours later. Mid-'60s restoration, easy start on mag, and enough patina that sloppy roads are barely an inconvenience.

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Happy New Year's to all of you model t enthusiasts in or near Utah. A few of us are getting together for lunch on Saturday Jan 3rd at 1130 am at the Red Robbin in Murray Ut. Not planning to take my speedster this time as the weather looks to be not in favor of speedsters this week.
We're just hoping to meet a few other T people, talk about cars...

Does anyone have any experience with the Speedway Motors Windshield Frames for 26 Roadsters/Touring Cars? Do they match originals for look and fit?

This engine stand bracket (head unit) is of unknown manufacturer. Any ideas?

Have a new Rootlieb speedster kit with flat dashboard. I want to add a rounded sheet metal cowl. Looking for sheet metal cowl, or plans or patterns. I would buy a metal cowl, or a set of plans or drawings.

If you have made one I would like to know how you did it or who did it, any information would be helpful. Best to contact me here.

thnx,...

I picked this up a couple years ago and am just getting around to mess around with it now, someone has taken false cams off it and the boring bar has to be removed to install them back on, has anyone ever taken boring bar out?thanks 50C753A3-C37A-4BC8-BBE8-66D5B365E032.jpeg

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On the Top Support Irons that bolt to the Seat and support the Top Irons where the top pivots, how does the interior Upholstery wrap around this Support? Was it hand-stitched underneath, or ?? We are specifically working on a 1914 Touring, but any of the early open cars will likely be the same. Any pix??

TIA!!

Am I correct that this swivel is made In October 1919 and is a 6:1 ratio? If so would it be correct to use on a 1923 coupe?

On face book there is a gentleman that does metal spinning, I ask a question to him wondering if he could spin some replacement Bowls for the early Holley Carbs, hir reply was get me the dimensions. These would not be exactly like the originals and I know in the past someone was cutting the top off originals and silver soldering a new top (ring)....

I'm helping a friend with an original 36 Ford Sedan. He needs a new original type battery. I used to work at Ford Obsolete in Long Beach in my younger days, and as I recall the battery he needs is listed above. If those V8 boys are as picky as me, why can't he find the correct battery for his car?

Hi All ;
Can you tell me what are the best Magnet Clamps ?
Thank for your answer .
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I am working on returning another barn fresh car to active duty but have struck a hurdle. No 1 cylinder was way down on compression. A bore scope revealed a set of original two piece valves, with well worn stems/guides, so off came the head. The valves were actually quite reasonable so the plan is to ream the guides to take new oversize stem one...

For half a century, members of the Rose City Model T Club have had access to Hand Cranked Coil Testers (HCCT) to tune up Model T coils. Nearly two decades ago, the club invested in a Strobo-Spark and it was a game changer. Today, the Electronically Cranked Coil Tester (ECCT) is available, which tests coils using dwell instead of amperage.

The...

Are all the e&j pat 1908 cowl and tail lamps the same size? I'm making the brass antitarnish covers and I need to know. I tried my covers on a 13 of a chapter friend and it fit fine just want to make sure be fore I post that it fits all patient 08 lamps when it might not. Thanks for the wisdom guys

I'm gathering parts to build a '26 roadster fuel delivery truck with my grandsons. I know many of you have all kinds of interesting things hidden away. I'm looking for a valve similar to this that would be used on a fuel delivery truck. Anyone out there have something similar they would be willing to part with?...

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I have a Muncie transmission that I am installing. I have the special joints and rebuilt it with new bearings, bushings, and idler shaft. I also have a bracket that looks like the one in the Muncie manual but I don’t have the “U” bolts and springs. From what I can seen in the manual illustrations, one bolt attaches the bracket to the bottom of the...

There is very little bushing to take the bite of a press tool.
I couldnt find the answer in past posts, so here it is.

I have removed with a modified flat washer, ground on the sides to an oval shape & the outer edges sharpened to just fit in the gap between the drum lip & the bushing. Angel into place as a device to catch the bushing to be able...

I was wondering if someone could post a photo of the diamond graphic on this type of coil. This one isn’t clear enough for me to read everything, and I was just curious what a good one looks like. Thank you.
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I know this is going to be difficult since most people won't have experience with using both types for a true comparison, but since I need to get onto the waiting list for either of those two 30x3½ Clincher White tires, I gotta make a decision. So, between these two brands of tires, which tire will last longer mileage wise? The Ribbed Universal...

That time of year again!

Jan 16-17 2026 will be our schedule days!!

We have a block of rooms available at a discount of $99 a night at Hampton Inn in McPherson Kansas. Cut off to get your discounted room date is Dec 26th so book fast!

Can’t wait to see old and new faces!

Aaron Frazer

Hotel information:

200 N Centennial Dr
McPherson, KS...

Any out there?..For the Presto automobile heater….used on the intake manifold, my picture won’t upload

Will the Float-A-Ford system fit on an over the axle wishbone front axle, and also is there a source for the 2 different spring sizes? I would like to install them on my '11 Torpedo.
Thank you in advance for any info forthcoming.

regards,
Bruce

I know this is not a T topic, but I was wondering if Moreland Trucks were made up to WWII?

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Seems like the restorer’s dilemma has been with us since the early days ! :lol: (cartoon from 1920)

You can buy a restored car for less than it costs to restore one !

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Leaning left is not only my politics, it's also an issue with my 1915/16 runabout. The right side fenders (front and rear) measure 3 higher than the left side. It's been this way since I bought it 5 years ago and it hasn't really bothered me but I'd like to straighten it up. Any suggestions?

I needed to take the pan off a engine built (too) many years ago to check things and get it ready for installing my Rajo BB head. In the process, I mangled the new style crank seal I had installed. I have both felt seals and a new style seal that I could install. Can’t make up my mind which to use. The new one would probably seal better, but seems...

So we haven't made it out of the single digits in a week and a half, if you're feeling some cabin fever set in, I have something for you. We're opening up the bodyshop again this Saturday for anyone in the south east side of Wi. The swapmeet starts at 9 am, goes till noon. Last year we had 10-12 venders, and they brought alot of material. Then...

AHOOGA 6v motor speed? Like, what RPM does the motor turn? I'm thinking of getting a cheap 12v AHOOGA and then replacing the motor.

Right now on AACA parts for sale are some 14 mm Take apart plugs for sale. Not mine just passing the info.

I decided to paint the fenders, running boards and splash aprons of my coupelet this winter to give me something to do. I have taken measurements of the frame and running board and fender irons and want opinions on what I should do. All measurements were to the ground.
The front of the car measurements were taken where the radiator sits on the...

I just bought a really nice manifold heater. It is straight as a die and the exhaust pipe threads are perfect. The screws holding the tins on came right out. It did not come with the parts that go in the floorboard so I have to find or make them. I have looked at different ones in the forum and other places and I don’t see one quite like this. It...

At one time a device for getting a car unstuck was an accessory drum that attached to one of the rear wheels. A rope attached to a solid object ahead, like a tree, would be wound around the drum as the wheel turned, pulling the vehicle out of its stuck position. Anybody know where I could find a picture of the item being used?

As the title says, however here's the link for it in the parts section as that's where it really belongs. Thanks

Tuning a batch of Kingston High Bridge. This model coil was used in Model T from 1909-1910. There are a few original coils in this batch and the rest are brand new coils. The brass bridge was cast and machined and new wood boxes made.

If you are following the updates to early coil points I have been doing to get them to run more stable, I did...

Question #1
I have a spindle bushing Reimer. I picked up somewhere for some reason. It seems to be oversize. Does anyone have an explanation?
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It appears wagon works has closed doors up. I am trying to locate plans for a depot hack. Any guidance would be greatly appreciated.

I was under my t and the hoghead is not centered in brake loop going under hoghead should it be centered between frame rails thanks for any help

Join the Model T and I in the 2026 Australia Day celebrations with my local car clubs at Wylie Breckenridge Park in Black Head.

Please enjoy the video :)

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So... I'd like to get two century plaques for our '26 T's. I had gotten one for the '24 roadster pu but that was two years ago and can't remember from whom , I believe they were $5 at the time. I'm positive y'all will know, thanks , Wingnut

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Jan 25, 2026

Dear 2026 Bakersfield Swap Meet vendors and attendees,

BIG NEWS

The Bay Area Horseless Carriage Club has taken over our beloved 2026 Bakersfield Brass Era/ PreWar Swap Meet. May 2 & 3 in Shafter CA.

Further information and vendor registration can be found at CaliforniaRendezvous.com.

I hope to see you all there.

Steven...

It has been a while since Dewey Asher has been to any big tours, but he and Pat went on a number of national, international, and Tennessee T tours.

Ron Dupree

I have had to get new bearings for a 920-1 cast iron warford this week. Old MTFCA posts were helpful, but I don't think there was anything recent so I will post some information to aid people who might be rebuilding one.

This is old information that I am pretty sure was published directly by Warford:

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I need to ask a real neophite question: Exactly how should I attach to it to lift the engine?

AM getting closer to where I can start removal of my engine and transmission to find what cut my pan from inside.
In the Ford Bible that just arrived they show lifing the engine with an ice-tong type of gripper gadget,
In one Youtube the guy has an eye...

I am looking for some tops/lids for Boyco gas/oil/water running board cans. I tried to find the chafing dish fuel cans as suggested in the past but they are not the right size on the brand I found.
I talked to Howell's Sheet Metal who makes new cans and holders but they have not found a source for the lids.
Any suggestions?
Thanks

My 1926 Roadster Pickup is 100 years old this month.
I drove it to the beach then drove it home in the rain.
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