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After months of planning and hard work, the 7th Annual Mid Atlantic Prewar Swap Meet in beautiful Luray, Virginia is now less than two-weeks away! We have 60 vendors coming from 17 different states, and will occupy 109 vendor spots. The long-range accu-weather forecast is calling for partly sunny skies and mild temperatures in the 70’s. It is sure...

What is used to bed the glass in the channel of the windshield frame? Same stuff as uses on Model A?
This is a 26/27 roadster

I'm getting ready to paint my wood spoke wheels on my 1926 truck. I'd be interested to hear recommendations on a good primer and paint. I want to paint them black. I know some people sand and stain them - what are your thoughts on this?

I don't have history on car, bought rolling chassis from a hot rodder, Working on a 26-7 transmission, upon disassembly found needle bearings (kaydon kn 162016) used in shaft rather than bushings, (drum side came apart during disassembly) both had discolored with heat. my plan is to replace needle bearings with similar and reassemble with clean...

The Toughest Swap Meet Critic .... 🤔

Just rated the
First Annual Tulare Brass Era/Prewar Swap Meet ... ✅

FJ

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Installing new outer felt seals on my 25 TT and they just don't fit. The one that came out was about 1/8 the new one is about an inch wide. The retainer is only about an inch total. Any ideas?

I may need a 24 sedan transported to Luray from Upstate NY (repeat, MAY). Just getting my ducks in a row. If anyone is going to Luray and is able to transport a 24 sedan, please let me know....

Frank

Hello all,
I want to keep the original Ford sick duck horn but repaired a Sparton AHOOGA horn that I wish to mount in addition; keeping both horns. Looking for ideas on where to mount and the brackets used. Pics please. A search showed a couple people mounted on the radiator rod.
Thanks,
Mike

Where did the story of A.Y.Malcomson go by Rob go? How do I find it? Thank you, Dave in Bellingham

After last summer's fiasco of pulling the engine on my 25 Touring because of a seized head bolt I've decided on what I hope will be a less involved project this year that won't keep me out of the driver's seat all summer.

I've decided to restore the car to the original type ignition system. My car originally came to me with a home fabricated...

Hey all!
National Tourism Week begins this Sunday through Saturday May 2nd- May 8th! The Model T Museum is one of 21 different Wayne County Indiana attractions and businesses participating! $5 off a gift shop item with paid admission! Tell your friends there is never a bad day to learn something new (or old)!

Can anyone identify this flywheel for me. It appears to be a Model T flywheel, but it has the high ring of metal around the outside in place of the spacers/spools for the magnets. Was this ever issued from the factory? Was it an old time modification for something that did not run with magnets? Maybe used on a Ford Tractor or stationary motor?

I had success with my first live video stream from
World Wide Auctions last Saturday in Auburn Indiana.

For several years I am taken short videos and laboriously
Uploaded them to Instagram and Facebook from
Bakersfield Swap Meet.

This year I’m going to live stream long videos directly
From The Tulare Swap Meet.

Coverage Starts Friday morning...

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So how does this rubber gasket attach? Which way is up?

Forum for those that have experience or good ideas, I am trying to restore a pair of 366 headlamps. My dilemma is in the early headlights the reflectors appear to be floated in solder around the edge & the early reflectors were encased at the edges with a metal ring. In this case the reflectors are in good shape structurally, one needs to be...

Is anyone passing through Iowa on their way to Luray? I have a restored steering column that could use a “paid ride” if anyone is interested. I live right along I-80 and can drive a ways if needed to meet if needed. Thanks, Mike Lebsack 319-four thirty-forty nine 95.

Interesting story about the car that was to be sold along with the Model T:

This has been discussed before, but as a refresher before tackling the differential ring gear cap screws I watched this video. The last three minutes show a basic hand wiring technique that uses common tools to do the job. Posted here fyi, jb

For those who are planning to go to the swap meet from southern California. The news says they are evacuating Castaic because of a brush fire. I haven't heard whether I-5 has been closed or not, however it would be a good idea to check in advance before leaving for Tulare in case you need to take a different route.
Norm

i have some mystery connecting rods to identify ... they are the same dimensions as Model T , EXCEPT for the wrist pin ... the photos will show that detail ... all other dimensions are the same as Model T ...the wristpin is bushed with bronze bushing .750 diameter ...
these may be an aftermarket rod intended for Model T ... the wristpin end would...

This is a Made in Canada engine. Who can tell me a date based on the serial number and also tell me what the 1229 on the side means. Obviously pre-starter but an exact date??? Ribbed pedals.

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Trying to identify the switch in the photos. I would like to learn what years this switch is for and whether it would be period correct to put on my 24 touring project.

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Any info is appreciated.

Ted

My 6 volt turn signal kit came with a ticking flasher that I can't hear. So I added an electronic beeper that works great and is loud. The problem is that the BEEP is a bit obnoxious. Is there an add-on TICK-TOCK noise maker that I can replace the BEEPER with?

I have been looking for information on the Simmons Vaporizor carb #2042.
My new 1927 Tudor (nearly totally disassembled) has a Simmons carburetor. The bowl seems nearly identical to a Holley but so far I have had no luck finding a source for parts.

I haven’t dug into the attic to see what I have in my old model T carburetor box, but I know I...

Are there any parts stores with a chrome motor meter for a T? and are T and A the same size? thanks rl

As promised, here's a partial list of the items I'll be trying to sell at the Tulare swap meet this Saturday. A complete large-drum Ruckstell, One of the nicest '15/'16 hood formers I've seen in a long time, a complete set of ORIGINAL Buffalo wire wheels with hubs, caps, tools and spare tire mount. '13/'14 carbide generator, (not the greatest...

I'm looking for a model T 4 door sedan to buy

I know U&J carbs are famous for performance, but how would they rate, if compared to a Zenith Model B carburetor. U&J's aren't cheap to buy and aren't plentiful. Model B Zeniths grow on trees and are comparably cheap; plus I already have a Model B Zenith and Manifold (and Model A exhaust manifold. Also, I just want good 'street' performance. I'm...

I just bought a nice 1914 touring car and putting on some nice Firestone tires and adding Rocky Mountain brakes. First of all it is not any fun prying clincher tires on and off of the wheels and I have chipped the edges a little. Second, when I add the Rocky Mountain brakes I have to replace the bolts in the wheels with longer bolts to hold the...

No explanation for this photo - obviously post-V-8 era. A true motor home !

Should the center brace be centered or is it offset to handle all the g forces from the driver? 😳
How does it attach at the top? Through the tack strip-metal-backrest frame? Bolt through all 3 ?
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JUNE 19TH MODEL T HOMECOMING IN RICHMOND, IN. TOURS, CAR SHOW, SWAP MEET, SEMINARS, AND MORE. REGISTER TODAY TO RESERVE YOUR SWAP MEET SPACE!

Hey all!
One of a few new items being added to our merchandise! Introducing the Model T Museum water bottle! Great for those hot summer tours! Only $12.95! Call 765-373-3106 or 765-488-0026 to place your order today! Available in Red, Black, and Blue!

-NB

Do any of you fellow members have a recommendation for a hotel motel in Richmond Indiana Homecoming weekend

Good day all. With Bob C.'s help (a forum contributor), I've finished a video that's been a long while in the making. Ford Motor Company issued a several page pamphlet describing the entry of two Model K and four Model R (two cars per entry) in Detroit's 24 hour sanctioned race. Ten of these nationally sanctioned ((AAA) events were held in 1907,...

Found these in a folder at Benson Library, THF last year. I'll add a few others after. This first should be a crowd pleaser:

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Henry and Edsel Ford, 1905 Model F:

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This is an early 1906 Model K. The back of the photo lists the passengers in addition to...

At Chickasha I made several brass acquisitions for Hay Wagon to speedster project. These are pictures of the very brass T at Chickasha. That is a lot of brass. So how does one keep all that brass shiny? Does it tarnish? How do you get into the tight spaces to keep it shining? How often does re-polishing have to be done?

My used model T front fenders have a rubber strip between the fender and the frame. I am told on good authority that T's did not have them A's did. I think it is probably ok and maybe beneficial to do them. Is there a preferred one? Are these ok?

If you are going thru Auburn, Indiana and have room for a box of t shirts - please give me a call - they are being sold to
benefit The Early Ford V-8 Foundation Museum
in Auburn, Indiana.

FreighTer Jim
260-804-6695

For the last couple months, I've been thinking about you either purchasing or making a manifold cooker. Since the assembled ones are out of my price range, I just had to make one. The picture should explain themselves, but feel free to ask questions. The total cost was 3 dollars and some rivets and steel angle iron.

I just bought a brass universal transmission, it’s on a TT driveshaft. I’m assuming it is TT only, or do they work on Ts?

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Well, it's gotten to be that time when I need to get my '15 Touring reupholstered. Getting the kit is no problem and I'll probably use Classtique. The problem is finding a brass car-qualified auto-upholstery shop within driving range of my 30 mph Model T (I don't own a trailer or a pickup truck with which to tow it and would rather not deal with...

Thanks for any help,
Rob

Hi all,
Do I have to remove the spindle arm in order to ream out the new spindle arm bushing that I pressed in. I have a machinist trying to work on reaming out the bushing and he's having trouble. Thanks for any help.
John

If your car has black centers on the hubcaps, and the paint has worn off in spots, an easy fix is a Sharpie marking pen. It's easy to go around the letters with one, and it blends right in. If you go onto a letter, it will polish right off.

Anyone have a RUSK autohouse made in Fargo ND? I would like to get one to restore and keep my T in it.
Jon Crane
Rochester Mich
cranejon@hotmail.com

I have an old Allen HCCT. When I try to test a coil, I am only getting about 3 volts at 1.3 amps. Is this probably a symptom of weak magnets?

After almost 2 years of restoration I decided to start my 26TT. It took awhile and had to really rich the carb to get it started. It runs fine at idle but when the throttle is advanced it spits, sputters and backfires. Advancing the spark doesn't seems to help much. I tried lean until it almost died but so far I haven't found the right...

Anyone have a RUSK autohouse made in Fargo ND? I would like to get one to restore and keep my T in it.
Jon Crane
Rochester Mich
cranejon@hotmail.com

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I did not know this. The first seven years the Globetrotters existed they were driven around the Midwest in a Model T, with Abe Saperstein driving. Six players in a Model T must have been a tight fit.

...this Friday, Saturday and Sunday at the Fairgrounds on Common Street. 29th year and 1000 spaces. Many Model T parts vendors. Heavy haul item assistance.

I have acquired a 1924 Model T and with it came a collection of old Ford scripted tools. I have no idea the value and have no idea where to find any info on this. Does anyone know where I can find info? Some say that they are the tools used by a Ford dealer.

Had to pull the cars out of the barn today to get to my Mom's fridge since ours started sounding funny the other day so I decided to line up some of the T's and the wife's A for a photo shoot. We will drive them tomorrow since it was sort of cold today and my wife wanted to wait till it warms up a little more. Thought you guys might enjoy the...

I have been rebuild some assemblies and most required the balance ring refitted to the drive gear and a new spring and pin in the balance ring. when refitting the gear, there are three different starts on the thread of the drive. Does it matter which start is selected? I can get the spring and pin in the balance ring somewhere near the Bendix...

A mate is looking to get a 1915 engine block and fitted crankshaft from Tulare {Bakersfield proxy] Swap meet to somewhere closer to the eastern bay area, Richmond, in San Francisco for shipping to Australia. We can help with some gas charges, but would like to get it somewhat closer so courier charges will be more reasonable. Anyone going to...

Who's going to the Southwesrtern Brass & pre-war swapmeet event? I talked to Rich the other day He committed to the facility before the change to Tulare. So He's going forward with the event, He has a lot planned. This has the potential to bring a big event to Arizona.

I’ve searched everywhere. I need to know what the thread is on the Holley G mixture adjust needle is. I need to buy / make a tap to clean the threads in the housing.

Thanks,

Brian

Did Ford ever cut X oil groves in T rods? My thinking is the X gives the oil a path in —-but it also gives the oil a path out under pressure. And I’m thinking the surface area of the bearings is greatly diminished leading to a shortened rod life.

Anyone know what this is?

I saw these today. The construction of the pedal insulator was interesting to me:

And the photos of this coupe body show nice detail. I wish I could have seen these when I was building mine.

I have no connection but though someone might be interested in seeing them.
Rich

I am thinking about getting a set of 30 x 3.5 for my 24 Touring. They quoted me a price of around $1,050 for s set of four shipped to Texas. Before ordering, I would love to hear first from anyone who has used them on there Ts and what they thought of them. Thanks

I am interested in purchasing a model T town car.

I am interested in purchasing in model T coupelet but they are very rare and hard to find.

Hello, i am trying to get a complete list of prewar (mainly brass era) swap meets, car shows, and tours that are held (mainly in the US, but abroad welcome) because it can be hard to track them down as many are not well advertised and info is limited.
I'd like to just see whats out there and how different events are held. As well as to see if any...

Hi, so my front fenders have wrinkles in the bill pictured. There is more wrinkles than meet the eye in the picture. I have a hammer and dolly and more or less know how to use it but I am wondering if there is a better way to return it to smooth? My previous experience on other cars with hammer and dolly resulted in improvement but still needing...

Does anyone use Cast Iron non Starter Hogs Heads anymore? Or should I just take off pedals and clutch shaft, scrap them? Dan

Shudders when low pedal is depressed when starting out at proper spark and throttle lever positions.
Lunges and wavers at high gear, smooths out only at full throttle at proper spark lever position. Full throttle too fast and risky for certain road conditions.
What are the causes?

Some work requires total concertation while other tasks are tedious and boring. The latter allow your mind to wander and ever require other thoughts to keep at it. I often think of good times spent with old friends or family. Sometimes I wonder what the guy at the factory who assembled this or that was like or how he did his task. Today while...

Just examined my McLaren wheels, they need the lugs welded to be safe. Has anyone taken the next step and had the welding done? Back side of wheel or both sides? Also what have you done about the galvanize that gets removed during welding. Thanks
John Monticciolo
Oscoda, Michigan

I recently purchased a 1914 Touring car (build date October 1913). I plan to add a electrical system with battery to power brake lights and turn signals on the car. My first thought was to add a second brass oil tail lamp on the passenger side and put 1157 style 12 volt lights (dual filament) in each one of the lamps and basically turn them into...

So was out driving my 23 tourer , was down at sea level and to get home I had a long uphill climb , car started off well got a good race at the hill but getting near the top the car was struggling , into low gear then higher reves to get over the top . Should I be screwing out the meddle in the carb to help me up the hill an then screw in a bit on...

Yesterday the oldest grandson got the Model A out and today he coaxed the 14 back to life!! I kind of blurebled and weezed but when he pulled the spark all the way down she sounded sweet!!! Happy Bud. :D

Come sell or buy at a great event !

You must be a dues paying member of
The Early Ford V-8 Foundation Museum
to vend at the swap meet.

FJ

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The ‘27 Tudor I am working on had an accessory Owen Dyneto Series B electric windshield wiper. From what I have read, this model closely resembles a patent I found from 1926. I know that Dyneto was used on some Model “A” cars in 1929 but it was not the same style as what I have.

I would be interested in more information on my motor. I have played...

What’s the best way to trailer a Tudor Sedan on a open trailer? Frontward or backwards?

What is a Bimel wheel? I have one. See the picture stamped into the wheel it says Bimel 2-25.

I was last in contact with Anthony October 2020. I have parts for him, and also have more unsettled business, but haven't heard from him since October 11th. I need to find out if he's still alive, or where to contact his next-of-kin. I don't know if he belongs to any of the clubs in Michigan.

Has anyone on this forum had contact with this person?...

I am not selling this... nor do I have anything to do with the world of art. Nonetheless, the Columbus Museum of Art is selling a 1915 Touring. I know nothing about it, but I thought that someone might be interested.

It is being sold on a web site Everything But The House .
It is at

It seems like a weird place to sell a Model T, but I guess if...

Steve Jelf and I, among others, made the centerfold of the Vintage this Issue.

Nice picture Steve!

I am trying to help a friend find a particular 1922 Ford Touring Car, motor #6178671 which was purchased from Niles Motor Sales Co. in Alma, Michigan on July 1, 1922 by his grandfather. They have found the original bill of sale and registration for the vehicle and thought nothing more of it. I, however, being a bit of a history buff suggested that...

I am starting a pie wagon project and plan to have interior lighting which will recuire 12 volt system. I have read the posts suggesting that running 12 volts to the starter is hard on the flywheel and ring gear. My question can I have my 6 volt starter converted to 12 volts and if so would the converted starter be as hard on the fly wheel?

Curious whether any early 1909 Tourings were detailed with Black accents the way the Red Touring was. This would be seen on the fender and body welts, as well as the door frames. Hard to tell from some original photos where even the red body pin stripes are difficult to see.
Regards.

I have a frame that appears to be a '25 ( only 2 rivets on on hand brake pawl ) It has a serial number C726397, does the C indicate Canadian? Also the front crossmember is located on top of the side rail instead of above, and the side rail is stepped to allow for this. Can anybody shed some light on this ?

Any thoughts on whether a 2021 Ohio Jamboree of T's will take place???

Were these plugs used for military? or some other application ?
the 2nd is a timer part >>>>
thanks for the help, Bob

Yup...today is my Clarabelle's 108th. birthday.
Gonna celebrate with a box of bakery creamsticks from the local grocery's in-house bakery!
She got a tank of fresh fuel and fresh oil in her engine.

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