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Announcement - All Support questions have been moved here

Last post by AdminJeff « Mon Jan 28, 2019 11:47 am

by AdminJeff » Mon Jan 28, 2019 11:47 am

In the ongoing quest of reducing forum clutter and keeping the topics relevant to the Model T in the Model T forum, this is the new place to ask for all help on the Forums.

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Car to Truck 'Shade Tree' Conversion

Last post by A Whiteman « Sat Jan 17, 2026 1:55 am

by A Whiteman » Sat Jan 17, 2026 1:55 am

A neat 'period' conversion barn find is up for sale locally. I thought you may be intrigued with the car to TT rear axle conversion that was done (these are the only pictures):

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Sat Jan 17, 2026 1:55 am
5 Ball Float and Seat

Last post by Corey Walker « Sat Jan 17, 2026 1:05 am
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by Rod » Thu Jan 15, 2026 2:37 pm

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Since the passing of Stan and Russ does anyone have a source of valve seats and floats for the Kingston 5 Ball Carb?

The Stan Howe setup work great. The float is from a Harley Davidson.

The 1909 float and seat aren’t original. The problem is the seat is some sort of plastic ball and it hangs up.

Any source would be greatly appreciated....

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If you have that Grose jet in there then there should be 3/8”-24 threads there already, then you can get one of those 4-barrel needle and seats as previously mentioned here. You may have to shorten the threads and the top part for sure. Be sure and reform the needle so the little wire hooks on and the float going down can pull the needle up...

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Sat Jan 17, 2026 1:05 am
Open Valve Engine Oil Leaks - Problem Solved!

Last post by Erik Barrett « Sat Jan 17, 2026 12:36 am
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by Russ_Furstnow » Thu Jan 15, 2026 5:31 pm

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My 1909 Touring has a nasty habit of leaking oil all over the engine bay and undercarriage from the open valve train. Not only is the oil unsightly, but the oil is a pain to clean after just a short drive. To solve the problem, I made a leather valve cover that straps to the engine and the problem is now taken care of!! The leather cover has two...

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I believe the two lever model T’s were the subject of the first automotive industry recall. They were dangerous. Anyone who has ever backed up a model T knows how crazy they can be going backwards with negative caster. Imagine doing that with only one hand on the steering wheel because your left is on the reverse lever and your right is...

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Last post by Erik Barrett
Sat Jan 17, 2026 12:36 am
I need some advice here.

Last post by ModelTWoods « Sat Jan 17, 2026 12:19 am
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by Darren J » Fri Jan 16, 2026 6:26 pm

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I'm new to the model T game so I'm just learning. What I'm learning so far is that this is a very expensive hobby! Ouch, anyway I have a 1926 Coupe with wood spokes. I just realized my spokes are loose. I'm finding different size tenon holes and lengths via the vendors. Is there a way to determine which ones I currently have so I can order spokes...

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You can find wire wheels for 26-27 fairly easily. BUT you will need different front and rear hubs which aren’t cheap. I did it but would consider new wood spokes if I did it again. A lot depends on if you like the appearance of wood vs wire spokes.

From my experience, there are as many Model T parts coming from Wisconsin hobbiests and vendors as...

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Sat Jan 17, 2026 12:19 am
Have I ever said I hate nightmares??

Last post by frontyboy « Fri Jan 16, 2026 11:10 pm
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by Daisy Mae » Tue Jan 13, 2026 11:27 am

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I generally don't recall my dreams, but this morning I woke up like I'd been poked with a cattle prod!
I had recently rebuilt my rear axle. Through all the various test fits setting thrust bearings and gear lash, while I had torqued down the pinion gear, I had left it unpinned intending to do it with final fitment. Generally, I'm always very anal...

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This is a heredity thing between family members. Between my nephew and me he being 20 years younger than me, we both seem to wake up within 20 mins of each other to drain the radiator. Usually plus or minus 3 am.

The worst part is back in bed the mind turns on and problems or questions began filtering through the mind not allowing a quick return...

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Fri Jan 16, 2026 11:10 pm
Need a bigger carburetor?

Last post by 1925 Touring « Fri Jan 16, 2026 9:24 pm

by 1925 Touring » Fri Jan 16, 2026 9:24 pm

I took this picture at work about a year ago. It's a little humerous to compare parts from my T to other things sometimes. For some reason I took my carb to work one day to mess with after hours. On the table was a different carburetor, a carburetor for a T-28, or more specifically an R-1820-86b.
I didn't take the cover off, not at a rebuild...

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Fri Jan 16, 2026 9:24 pm
HCCT

Last post by TXGOAT2 « Fri Jan 16, 2026 9:18 pm
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by Moxie26 » Fri Jan 16, 2026 8:02 pm

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What is the correct flywheel rpm when testing ?

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About twice the speed of an ordinary phonograph record.

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Fri Jan 16, 2026 9:18 pm
Another generator question - A new one on me!

Last post by jab35 « Fri Jan 16, 2026 3:04 pm
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by Marshall V. Daut » Mon Jan 12, 2026 4:28 pm

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After finally getting the engine to run in a friend's newly-purchased '26 T, it was noted that the ammeter did not register a charge even when the engine was revved up. The ammeter was wired backwards (of course!), showing a charge when the lights were tested. Once the ammeter wires were corrected, turning on the headlights gave a discharge on the...

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Marshall: Connecting with Ron P is always helpful for electrical systems advice. He has helped me tremendously over the years and I'm grateful for his assistance and advice.

I encourage you to pursue brush plate insulator replacement if you are game, your fortune says you are! I did this successfully a few years ago with Ron's guidance along with...

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Fri Jan 16, 2026 3:04 pm
ECCT -vs- Strobo-Spark

Last post by Art M « Fri Jan 16, 2026 2:46 pm
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by KWTownsend » Thu Jan 15, 2026 3:34 pm

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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...

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I have recommended several times that if you don't have money to buy an ECCT, at least buy a capacitor tester. They are available on the internet for about $20. With this, you will least know when a capacitor is defective. All except one of my 20 coils needed a new capacitor.

Art Mirtes

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Fri Jan 16, 2026 2:46 pm
3D Model T transmission project - help needed

Last post by accuratemodelmaker « Fri Jan 16, 2026 12:08 pm
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by accuratemodelmaker » Thu Jan 15, 2026 1:07 pm

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Hello everyone,

After being away for several years, I have decided to renew my membership and return to this forum with what will hopefully be received as a interesting project, worthy of members help.

Years ago I started a plan drawing of the Model T transmission, mostly because I wanted to know how such a simplistic mechanical device actually...

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I have the general plans from the Henry Ford archives, but did not know there were more detailed plans available from Ford. May I contact you privately to ask who you spoke with at Ford for such info? Not sure I can afford the usage fees right now, but worth checking into. In the meantime, I will just measure actual parts as they become...

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Fri Jan 16, 2026 12:08 pm
Stevens Tool T-50 info wanted

Last post by Tbird « Thu Jan 15, 2026 11:12 pm
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by Tbird » Wed Jan 14, 2026 11:33 am

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I recently saw the post about the frame riveting tool that sold on eBay and was curious if anyone has any information about the Stevens T-50 tool? It seems like a very helpful tool for our hobby. There was a picture of it from what looked like it came out of a catalog but most of the text was cut off and couldn't read the whole thing. I would also...

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Drawing up a pair
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Thu Jan 15, 2026 11:12 pm
Model T Music -- It's Back! (Opinions Welcome!)

Last post by TMiller6 « Thu Jan 15, 2026 9:39 pm
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by ModelTMitch » Mon Mar 10, 2025 8:05 am

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The Internet is changing so rapidly, even I have to scramble to keep up sometimes!
Now that Flash Player is no longer supported by any mainstream browsers, I had to change a lot of the code for my website. What does this have to do with Model T's I hear you ask? Simple, I had to (temporarily) remove the music library from my website until I could...

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Consider adding Cal Stewart’s 1919 Columbia recording of “Uncle Josh buys an automobile.”

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Last post by TMiller6
Thu Jan 15, 2026 9:39 pm
Budd wire wheel questions

Last post by Kevin Pharis « Thu Jan 15, 2026 9:03 pm
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by fordrelic » Wed Feb 19, 2025 9:44 am

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A friend is needing help mounting Budd wheels to model T.

Is there someone that he could call to get information he needs?

Thanks for the help.

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Knock off wire wheel hubs are designed to support the wheel both at the inner flange, and over the hub nut. Almost all hubs are dramatically reduced in size in the center as they rely on the tapered axle to reinforce strength to the outboard end. I would be very skeptical of any original rear hub adapted to mount only from the inner flange.

Front...

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Last post by Kevin Pharis
Thu Jan 15, 2026 9:03 pm
Information Wanted About Fastener Type

Last post by Mark Gregush « Thu Jan 15, 2026 8:20 pm
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by ModelTWoods » Sat Jan 10, 2026 1:42 pm

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What is the proper name for the type of fastener that is commonly used with sheet metal screws in applications where a nut and bolt can't be used. they ware always made of spring steel and can be flat or slightly curved with different sizes for different size screws and applications, I loked at McMaster-Carr but didn't really know what to call...

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D nuts and maybe not on a T but there were a number of them used on the Model A.

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Last post by Mark Gregush
Thu Jan 15, 2026 8:20 pm
History of the Holley Model S?

Last post by Original Smith « Thu Jan 15, 2026 5:13 pm
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by NealW » Mon Dec 15, 2025 2:56 pm

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Last year I bought a very original early model year 1914 touring that has a late November 1913 engine. It has some transition parts like a two piece driveshaft and likely the original carburetor that was used for the 1913 model year, a Holley S. The car was in running condition when I got it, but for some reason, I really had a hard time getting...

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I've not had good luck with Model S carbs, so I use a trusty NH.

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Last post by Original Smith
Thu Jan 15, 2026 5:13 pm
What is it?

Last post by Erik Johnson « Thu Jan 15, 2026 3:44 pm
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by Tparts » Wed Jan 14, 2026 10:49 pm

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This is a heavy casting. It’s apparent where it goes, but what is it for?

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Thinking outside of the box:

It's a tool for ease of removing and reinstalling the hogshead using your choice of hoist, gantry, cherry picker, rope, chain, etc. There is an eyelet or hook that bolts to the top of it.

The stub on the right is a handle. A stub is not required for the left side because you can use the pedals as a handle.

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Last post by Erik Johnson
Thu Jan 15, 2026 3:44 pm
Magneto

Last post by TXGOAT2 « Thu Jan 15, 2026 12:24 pm
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by Oldrusty26 » Fri Jan 09, 2026 11:02 am

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Another question for the team, when recharging the magnets on a magneto in the car, do you have to touch each magnet individually or just at the mag post? i’m working on a 1925. I have the hogs head off to inspect the coil rings. Everything looks good but the mags are weak. I was planning on doing the flash charge with a DC welder.
Thank you

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You can't repair the coil ring in the car, and taking it out is a major operation.

I'd drain the oil, pull the spark plugs, put an AC low-range voltmeter on it, and spin the crank for all I was worth. If the meter shows a few volts, the mag may work. Put the hogshead back on, plugs back in, 10W30 oil in, and start the car on BAT, then see if it...

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Last post by TXGOAT2
Thu Jan 15, 2026 12:24 pm
Zoom Zoom

Last post by Rich P. Bingham « Thu Jan 15, 2026 11:15 am
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by Dollisdad » Tue Jan 13, 2026 11:23 am

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#7 a newish 1913 ? Difficult to see the distinguishing square doors, but the windshield and front fenders are ‘13 earmarks, right ?

#8 appears to be an ‘09 - license plate tells us the photo was taken in 1912. A “tourabout” sans windshield or top. Was it bought that way ?

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Last post by Rich P. Bingham
Thu Jan 15, 2026 11:15 am
Girls with curls.

Last post by TXGOAT2 « Thu Jan 15, 2026 10:01 am
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by Dollisdad » Sun Jan 04, 2026 12:12 am

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The Ectoplasm must have been stronger in photo 3....

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Thu Jan 15, 2026 10:01 am
Magneto help needed

Last post by browning « Thu Jan 15, 2026 9:59 am
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by Oldrusty26 » Wed Jan 14, 2026 9:47 pm

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Is there anyone near Waterford pa that has experience with the model T magneto ? I’m having issues with mine not having much charge on the magnets , have done the in cr flash with 3 batteries and a dc welder to no avail .
Thank you !

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Travis, I am just about an hour south of you and have assembled a working magneto/flywheel simulator that makes it possible to see and understand the construction and operation of the Model T system. You would be welcome to make a visit and we can discuss your situation at length if you would like. Email or PM me and we can discuss the...

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Last post by browning
Thu Jan 15, 2026 9:59 am
Follow up on no reverse

Last post by RGould1910 « Thu Jan 15, 2026 9:22 am
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by Reno Speedster » Sun Jan 11, 2026 5:28 pm

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When I was putting the 22 into the garage for the winter, I couldn’t back it up my very low slope driveway. I had a bunch of things to do before I could get into it to find out what was up. I took the transmission cover off today and I can’t see anything wrong. The triple gears look fine, the drum shows no sign of heating or cracking, and what...

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Pedal ramp issue, missing a chunk of band lining, loose band adjustment??? Maybe all three.

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Last post by RGould1910
Thu Jan 15, 2026 9:22 am
Found cut in pan, from inside out... Pull hogshead AND pan?

Last post by Wayne Sheldon « Thu Jan 15, 2026 7:08 am
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by lewcombs@gmail.com » Fri Jan 09, 2026 10:44 pm

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I am new at this. I will get names of stuff wrong. Please be patient and try to interpret.

I was planning to change all fluids, greases, etc. in my 1923 touring car.
First thing was oil change, and I immediately saw the new oil spilling out.
Found a 1 long vertical cut in the outmost edge of the pan where it surrounds the flywheel.. drivers...

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Over the years, I have seen a good number of model T engines taken from running cars that when taken apart revealed nuts, bolts, magnet keepers, or cotter pins happily hiding clinging to one of the magnets inside out of harm's way.
Given a couple years, countless starts and stops, potholes in the roads, and numerous other forces causing various...

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Last post by Wayne Sheldon
Thu Jan 15, 2026 7:08 am
FordModelT.net new search function... Your thoughts?

Last post by ModelTMitch « Thu Jan 15, 2026 4:07 am
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by ModelTMitch » Wed Jan 07, 2026 5:45 am

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Happy New Year everyone! :)

Many of you will be aware by now of my Model T site, of which I'm pleased to say, gets a lot of comments about how useful people have found it.

I recently implemented a brand new feature on my Model T site, which I hope will get lots of use, and save a great deal of time!

Introducing the built-in search engine,...

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My Model T website is a hobby, not my full time job haha! ... I fiddle around with the code behind the scenes when I get time to :lol:

Yes, a great site and thanks. Don't know how you find all the time, patience and focus to do all this. I sure don't!! :lol:

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Last post by ModelTMitch
Thu Jan 15, 2026 4:07 am
Interesting video with a Model T - F1 Drivers Race 100 Years Of Cars

Last post by John E. Guitar « Wed Jan 14, 2026 10:14 pm

by John E. Guitar » Wed Jan 14, 2026 10:14 pm

F1 Drivers Race 100 Years Of Cars

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Wed Jan 14, 2026 10:14 pm
Front spring gator

Last post by Kevin Pharis « Wed Jan 14, 2026 8:08 pm
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by WorldChamp1914 » Mon Jan 12, 2026 12:37 am

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Hi…..I can’t find a picture of one online, I think that they were made of canvas.

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Check out how the early Bentley guys “lace” their springs. Similar to a wrapped steering wheel

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Last post by Kevin Pharis
Wed Jan 14, 2026 8:08 pm
Model T Ford clubs of the World :)

Last post by ModelTMitch « Wed Jan 14, 2026 7:29 pm
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by ModelTMitch » Fri Apr 11, 2025 4:02 am

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I have published a Worldwide index of Model T Ford clubs... which will no doubt have some entries missing :D
This index includes the websites of each Club, contact details and addresses where available.
If you know of any that need to be added, please let me know — please ensure you include a website address, physical address and contact...

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Dave,
Thank you for the info, I have removed Fabulous Flivvers .

Mitch,

Please note that the “Fabulous Flivvers” in Bloomfield, NY is no longer active.

Also, thanks for putting this together!

Dave

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Last post by ModelTMitch
Wed Jan 14, 2026 7:29 pm
Looking for Ideas (Rear Shocks mounting)

Last post by Craig Leach « Wed Jan 14, 2026 1:48 pm
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by frontyboy » Sat Jan 10, 2026 3:40 pm

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Have a lowered 1913 Speedster project. Looking for different ways to mount a friction single lever shock to the rear axle.

I will mount the single lever friction shock parallel to the rear frame cross member.
These shocks have no name or markings. The shock has 2 rubber discs between the shock body and the adjustable tension lever. I am wondering...

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Hi Dick,
Google Dan Erceg speedsters. Dan is a artist when it comes to building speedsters & most have Andre Hartford friction shocks on them.
Also look @ Ed Archers Yellow #4 it has Andre Hartford's on it that are a great installation.
Craig.

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Last post by Craig Leach
Wed Jan 14, 2026 1:48 pm
Water in the Oil

Last post by TXGOAT2 « Wed Jan 14, 2026 10:59 am
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by John_Aldrich » Sat Jan 10, 2026 5:30 pm

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NOT good.
Pulled the engine to put a rebuilt transmission on.

Put the car back together and when I checked the oil prior to starting the car it had oil in it (I installed a dipstick years ago).

Changed the oil and pulled the head thinking I had a blown head gasket. Replaced the head gasket (didn't really look bad) and reassembled.

Started the...

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How hard a crack, if present, would be to repair would have to be assessed on a case by case examination. It may or may not be practical to repair a crack. There is a wide variety of crack repair methods, from professional jobs such as metal stitching to a great many shade tree solutions and miracles in a bottle.

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Wed Jan 14, 2026 10:59 am
Wanted 5 or 10 minute Educational lesson on impact of Model T or assembly line

Last post by Daisy Mae « Wed Jan 14, 2026 9:57 am
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by Hap_Tucker » Mon Jan 12, 2026 8:36 pm

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Bottom Line Up Front:

Our local South Carolina Model T chapter is going to show their T’s to a local college that has an automobile history class (or similar title). Feb 2 or sometime close to that is the date.

Do any of you know of a 5 or 10 minute presentation with PowerPoint slides or pictures that I might be able to download or borrow?...

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While we no longer have an active Model T or A club here on the panhandle, we do have an FSU Branch here in Panama City. I did my fair share as an Engineering Instructer with AT&T and would love to offer something like this. I for one would certainly be interested in your material.
There HAS to be others around here with a T or A, but I've only...

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Last post by Daisy Mae
Wed Jan 14, 2026 9:57 am
Slight miss and loss of power

Last post by love2T's « Wed Jan 14, 2026 9:23 am
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by David Payton » Sat Jan 10, 2026 5:47 pm

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Last week my 26 sedan ran so great but this week there’s a slight missing in the exhaust and a noticeable loss of power. And when I shut the engine off there’s a noticeable vapor coming out of the choke. 🫤 shorting out each spark plug seems to have no noticeable change in engine sound.

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David.... Clean the coil unit contacts and coil box contacts with wire brush till they shine. Box contacts can be pulled out slightly to increase pressure on coils for better electrical connections. May have to use wood or cardboard strips to wedge units for tighter fit. As far as spark plug gap I use 0.025 . Lastly, you may want to have someone...

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Last post by love2T's
Wed Jan 14, 2026 9:23 am
6volt alt with a 8 volt battery

Last post by J1MGOLDEN « Tue Jan 13, 2026 4:03 pm
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by Schweck1914 » Thu Jan 08, 2026 10:24 am

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Will a 6 volt alternator putting out 40 amps charge a 8 volt battery...

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No one thinks of the Wattage a generator can produce and neither the voltage or current is the limit alone.

You can safely double or halve the generator output, although very few people do that change.

So, for 48 Watts, a 6.4 volt battery can charge at 7.5 amps from the generator.

Wit a 12.8 Volts fully charged battery, you can adjust the...

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Last post by J1MGOLDEN
Tue Jan 13, 2026 4:03 pm
Unusual Transmission problem '26 Touring

Last post by TXGOAT2 « Tue Jan 13, 2026 12:45 pm
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by Chris Bamford » Sat Jan 10, 2026 12:11 pm

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1926 Touring, sudden-onset problem of slipping in high, but low and reverse are fine. Peeked inside for clues and found the clutch fingers quite loose. Had the clutch spring broken in service? Careful inspection showed it was intact, but...

After much puzzling I finally noticed that the clutch spring and spring cup were pushed right back the...

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Another thought: Model Ts do not like thick oil, ESPECIALLY in COLD WEATHER. It can cause serious engine damage, and it might contribute to clutch slippage, due to being excessively viscous. For general use, 10W30 is a good choice. In cold weather, 5W30 or 5W20 is better. In very cold weather, a 0W20 synthetic might be best. Ford specifically...

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Last post by TXGOAT2
Tue Jan 13, 2026 12:45 pm
I’m stumped

Last post by George Mills « Tue Jan 13, 2026 12:17 pm
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by George Mills » Sun Jan 11, 2026 5:15 pm

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IMG_5241.jpeg This is the first time the carb has been off in 30+ years.

It’s an NH

What ‘magic’ was it supposed to do ? ( the coil spring)

Thanks in advance….

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Thanks all for the info and discussion.

It's my sons' stewardship now, as is my one of my other T's by the oldest son...let them enjoy ownership now-with me-rather than wait for the fateful day. My son had already bought and planned on installing a 'G' since the car is a '15. The rebuild idea was based on an unknown as in his life that carb has...

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Last post by George Mills
Tue Jan 13, 2026 12:17 pm
Austin TX location, Movie production person looking for model T’s & other type vehicles

Last post by George House « Tue Jan 13, 2026 11:05 am
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by JTT3 » Tue Jan 13, 2026 12:15 am

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March 12-18 in Texas

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Many thanks James !!

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Last post by George House
Tue Jan 13, 2026 11:05 am
Rest in peace Dick Hautzinger

Last post by 1925 Touring « Tue Jan 13, 2026 7:50 am
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by Jerry M » Sat Jan 10, 2026 7:34 pm

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Hello everyone. A very sad day here, Dick Hautzinger passed yesterday. I was very fortunate to know him for quite some time and travel to many swap meets, shows with him. I was always surprised by the amount of people that knew him wherever we traveled. His knowledge of Model T’s was endless.

A wonderful family man and friend to many that will...

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While I never had the personal honor of knowing Dick, there are many in our local Rockford Model T chapter that remember him fondly. He was a frequent vendor at Little Hershey swap meet in Belvidere, and new almost everything about model T's and accessories. He will be sorely missed by many members of our Hobby. Condolences to his family and...

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Last post by 1925 Touring
Tue Jan 13, 2026 7:50 am
'26 - '27 brake cam levers

Last post by Chad_Marcheese « Tue Jan 13, 2026 5:33 am
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by Chad_Marcheese » Mon Jan 12, 2026 8:01 pm

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Are the brake cam levers for a '26-'27 the same left and right?
I know the cams are different for each side.
Thank you

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Thank You Mike and Mark. That's what I was hoping you'd say.

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Last post by Chad_Marcheese
Tue Jan 13, 2026 5:33 am
Getting Rattles Back On The Road

Last post by Mopar_man « Mon Jan 12, 2026 11:20 pm
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by Mopar_man » Sat Jan 04, 2020 6:34 pm
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So about 3 and a half years ago my wife found a 1926 Touring for sale in the local paper. I went to look at the car and bought it. The guy showed me a video of the car running form the previous year. He said the the Clutch was stuck and that was why the rear wheel was now not moving. As I took a better look at it when I got it home I found that...

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The small metal plugs are used on the rear axle housing where the aluminum cap goes. There is a small hole that allows the sleeve dimple to seat into. They go into those holes, one on each side. When installed they will make a good surface for the aluminum cap (O-ring) to seal against.

Thanks so much Don. For the parts as well. I've got the...
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Mon Jan 12, 2026 11:20 pm
Passing the torch.

Last post by Bills Auto Works « Mon Jan 12, 2026 6:36 pm
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by Jack Putnam, in Ohio » Sun Jan 11, 2026 10:45 pm

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The time has come to pass the torch so to speak. I have taught my grandson the methods of babbitt pouring of model T main bearings and the procedure of boring and align reaming the bearings. I have been doing babbitt work for 40 years, but the time has come to share the knowledge with a younger person.

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Hi Jack,

That is awesome! Always nice to hear one of the younger generation is interested.

There are times when I wish i would have had kids so I could pass down stuff too as my Dad did to me (he was a mechanic at a GMC dealership all the years I was growing up), but it was not in the cards.

God Bless & Happy New Year
Bill

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Mon Jan 12, 2026 6:36 pm
Side mount on a ‘25 pickup

Last post by Original Smith « Mon Jan 12, 2026 5:08 pm
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by hull 433 » Sat Jan 10, 2026 11:42 am

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“Original” Smith just installed a side-mounted spare on his 1925 roadster pickup. Looks sharp, almost sporting - and really changes the look of the car.

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The first photos were posted because I don't know how to post a photo from my cell phone. This carrier was purchased by me many years ago. I restored it and hung it in the garage for several years. I decided to put it on finally and the photos show the result. This is an original aftermarket tire carrier that uses the original Ford carrier in the...

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Mon Jan 12, 2026 5:08 pm
Cocoa Mat

Last post by Allan « Mon Jan 12, 2026 4:36 pm
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by Russ_Furstnow » Mon Jan 12, 2026 9:40 am

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I was in a local IKEA store and noticed they had cocoa floor mats for sale. The mats are perfect for the rear floor of 1910-1916 touring cars and are very reasonably priced. They are large enough so that they can be trimmed and fitted to the floor and look to be durable and nicely made. If you need a correct looking rear mat, this may be the...

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The way they are made today allows for trimming. In the era of the T the mats were likely thicker and the fibre punched into a woven backing. That means the mat would fray to pieces if the backing was cut. They had to be made to size,

Thanks for the lead Russ. We have Ikea here too, so they should be available to us.

Allan from down under.

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Last post by Allan
Mon Jan 12, 2026 4:36 pm
Wizard or Simmons flapper

Last post by Harley_97 « Mon Jan 12, 2026 1:40 pm
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by Harley_97 » Mon Mar 24, 2025 6:10 pm

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It's been 11 years ago that posted looking for information to identify a carburetor. Turned out to be a Wizard or Simmons, no markings on it.

Since then that carburetor has been sitting on the shelf collecting dust. I'm now retired and thought I would take a shot at bringing it back to life.
The two things needed for it are the flapper and the...

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Well, I think it's time to complete my story on my attempt to make a flapper for my Wizard / Simmons carburetor. I also needed a spray nozzle / jet, so I contacted both Corey W and Scott C, Scott didn't have enough demand to go into production of the spray nozzle / jet. Corey couldn't help me with the flapper, but he did give me the overall...

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Last post by Harley_97
Mon Jan 12, 2026 1:40 pm
WTB Weber Cast Iron Wheel dollies

Last post by BobP « Mon Jan 12, 2026 12:32 pm
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by BobP » Thu Jan 08, 2026 6:24 pm

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Looking to buy 1 or more Weber 1910 wheel dollies. I have 3, looking to fill out the set and more would be great. Look at the pictures. I want a set for my unrestored 1911 open runabout. Thanks, Bob, 507 458 6778.

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Mon Jan 12, 2026 12:32 pm
1928 Chevy Head Adapter?

Last post by Dodge « Mon Jan 12, 2026 1:13 am
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by drzomber » Sun Jan 11, 2026 11:41 pm

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I recently dumped the pan for the first time on my T only to learn that the 'stock' engine I was promised actually has an A crank/ billet mains/ A rods/ and a big cam (you can imagine my surprise!)

Anyway, I think that the logical next thing to to is look into an OHV conversion. I'm too poor for a Rajo so the 1928 Chevy head seems like the...

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Nice suprise.
I sent you a P.M. re: head

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Last post by Dodge
Mon Jan 12, 2026 1:13 am
Rebuilding 1912 Heinze Coils

Last post by Moxie26 « Sun Jan 11, 2026 9:13 pm
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by Darren J Wallace » Sun Nov 30, 2025 2:18 pm

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While my hand heals from surgery, I’m slowly getting back into doing things. I started out this weekend by doing something small and light, and for myself. I’ve had an unrestored spare set of late 1912 Heinze ignition coils for my 1913 Canadian Ford. I decided to rebuild them. Since my car is a very unrestored cosmetically, but very well...

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Darren ... Great rewarding work !

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Last post by Moxie26
Sun Jan 11, 2026 9:13 pm
How they showed up…..

Last post by John kuehn « Sun Jan 11, 2026 4:56 pm
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by Dollisdad » Fri Jan 09, 2026 2:14 pm

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There are enough parts to build up some good chassis to be sure. If you’re a tinkerer this is Model T Heaven. Model T Haven sold all parts they had. Could this be some of those or someone else’s. I’ll bet there are good rear axle Hyatt bearings in those rear ends.

Some nice Model T’s have been built up from worse parts than these.

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Last post by John kuehn
Sun Jan 11, 2026 4:56 pm
Generator issues

Last post by J1MGOLDEN « Sun Jan 11, 2026 3:31 pm
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by Dave1 » Wed Jan 07, 2026 6:49 pm

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26 generator was functioning in the car.
On this car I have rebuilt the drive train, so I thought it would be a good idea to go over the starter and generator.
The previous owner had gone through the generator as it has a new insulated brush plate. The field coils are not new, however they are not grounded . Checked the armature on a growler,...

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Andre, my tester is a little simpler.

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Last post by J1MGOLDEN
Sun Jan 11, 2026 3:31 pm
Slight miss and loss of power

Last post by TFan « Sun Jan 11, 2026 10:45 am
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by David Payton » Sat Jan 10, 2026 5:51 pm

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Last week my 26 sedan ran so great but this week there’s a slight missing in the exhaust and a noticeable loss of power. And when I shut the engine off there’s a noticeable vapor coming out of the choke. 🫤 shorting out each spark plug seems to have no noticeable change in engine sound.
I was hoping to post a short video of the fuel vapor coming...

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Thanks Mike, I found that out when I got further down the listings. Jim

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Last post by TFan
Sun Jan 11, 2026 10:45 am
1913 runabout body

Last post by michaelb2296 « Sun Jan 11, 2026 10:21 am
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by Don ellis » Wed Apr 20, 2022 6:11 pm

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Asking for a friend If a fellow was to find an all original 13 runabout actual barn find what would you think the body would be worth? It has a little rust through in one corner but the wood and everything else seems solid. I'm trying to work a deal and It's taken apart. I will probably part it out. What do you guys think?

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Continuous improvements:

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Better:

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Last post by michaelb2296
Sun Jan 11, 2026 10:21 am
What have you done with your Model T in January 2026

Last post by Mike Silbert « Sun Jan 11, 2026 8:37 am
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by KBurket » Sun Jan 04, 2026 10:55 pm

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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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While I keep getting distracted (like normal) I have made some progress getting engines ready to reassemble.

Mike
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Last post by Mike Silbert
Sun Jan 11, 2026 8:37 am
The 2026 BAKERSFIELD SWAP MEET is looking for new leadership.

Last post by KimDobbins « Sun Jan 11, 2026 2:02 am
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by NorthSouth » Sun Nov 23, 2025 10:46 am

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Jan 9, 2026

Dear 2026 Bakersfield Swap Meet vendors and attendees,

For personal and practical reasons, it has been formally decided that I will no longer be spearheading the 2026 Bakersfield Brass Era/ PreWar Swap Meet. Therefore, all vendor fees received thus far, or by me in the future, will be returned via the self addressed stamped...

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It would be great to see the national and local HCCA get behind this meet and give it ongoing support. Thanks Steven for your support past and present. I sure hope this meet will continue for the good of our hobby.

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Last post by KimDobbins
Sun Jan 11, 2026 2:02 am
Please identify this wire wheel

Last post by Mark Herdman « Sat Jan 10, 2026 10:04 pm
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by Tparts » Tue Jan 06, 2026 1:56 pm

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Looking for information on the manufacturer of these wheels. They have an odd tapered hubcap.

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I had some rough ones of these but unfortunately sold to someone to make a set some time ago.

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Last post by Mark Herdman
Sat Jan 10, 2026 10:04 pm
Gallivan Twin Overhead Cylinder Heads

Last post by TRDxB2 « Sat Jan 10, 2026 12:37 pm
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by frontyboy » Mon Mar 10, 2025 11:50 pm

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I am trying to identify and collect Gallivan Cylinder head history, Known heads, owners, old racers, photographs, and any history.

I have a Gallivan Twin cam in my 1915 model t roadster. One of only 2 known to be in cars and running (there may be more?). Mine was found all apart in a dirt floor machine shop in Ballard a suburb of Seattle...

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Maybe I missed it above but here the link to the Gallivan Documentary in the Museum of American Speed

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Last post by TRDxB2
Sat Jan 10, 2026 12:37 pm
End of era, maybe

Last post by Gene_French « Sat Jan 10, 2026 9:57 am
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by Dan Hatch » Fri Jan 09, 2026 7:04 pm

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Got my notice from AACA for Hershey space renewal. First year since Blue field I will not have spaces at Hershey. Not worth it . I may still go but just to walk around. Go to keep going to Luray, better to me than Hershey. Hope to see you all there. Dan

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Dan:
you might try the meet at Duncan,Ok. in March ... this meet is a general auto. swapmeet that has added a pre 1949 area seperate from the later parts/vehicle section ... many of the people who had attended the Chickasha meet were onsite and additional sellers from the region ... all spaces were in buildings and were comfortable with bathroom...

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Last post by Gene_French
Sat Jan 10, 2026 9:57 am
Ted King Rajo Australian Historic Racer 1925 and 2025

Last post by Mark Herdman « Sat Jan 10, 2026 1:45 am
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by Mark Herdman » Sat Jan 10, 2026 1:34 am

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Dec 5th 1925 was the 100th anniversary of the first Speedway meeting at the 5/6 mile banked concrete track at Maroubra, Sydney, Australia. Ted King raced his rajo there after quick repairs were carried out after his crash at Newcastle Speedway weeks before. It was a mad rush to put the car together over 7 weeks (without body) as best as I could...

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I am still looking for at least 2 of these unique wire wheels for the car or just the centres. The centre is the same both sides of the wheel so it can be mounted on either side. Fits a standard T hub and flange.

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Also...

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Last post by Mark Herdman
Sat Jan 10, 2026 1:45 am
Speedster Rally XXII, June 17-20

Last post by DHort « Fri Jan 09, 2026 10:53 pm
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by DHort » Wed Dec 03, 2025 11:44 pm

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In El Paso, IL.

Mark your calendar.

Registration forms are out.

Tin----Lizzy----one one seven at yahoo dot com (ignore the dashes)

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Just a reminder. See you in Illinois

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Last post by DHort
Fri Jan 09, 2026 10:53 pm
Marietta, Ohio swap meet, March 7, 2026

Last post by tdump « Fri Jan 09, 2026 8:35 pm
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by Tmooreheadf » Tue Jan 06, 2026 8:40 pm

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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...

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Um, interesting. I just inherited a Honda accord that would make this a affordable 375 mile each way trip since I don't need any large parts if i can get the title work dealt with before then

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Last post by tdump
Fri Jan 09, 2026 8:35 pm
Fan hub out of concentric

Last post by Daisy Mae « Fri Jan 09, 2026 6:56 pm
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by Daisy Mae » Thu Jan 08, 2026 4:54 pm

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Constantly inspecting and cleaning up parts, I noticed something odd about my fan hub.
The belt hub itself spins true. The fan blades themselves spin true. However, the hub shaft and blade flange are spinning 0.097 off center!! The rivets for the blades were drilled true to shaft center, not with the flange.

Begs the question as to production...

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Oops...oh lord, how embarrassing, my head math is going wonky!! Damn, I'm going senile!!
AAAAAHHHHH!!!

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Last post by Daisy Mae
Fri Jan 09, 2026 6:56 pm
Hot Air Pipe -- Necessary?

Last post by TXGOAT2 « Fri Jan 09, 2026 1:34 pm
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by bluejeepnut » Wed Jan 07, 2026 8:43 pm

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I have a '26 Touring with a Kingston NH carb. It doesn't have a hot air pipe installed. Should it have one? Do I need one?

Thank you

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There ya go!

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Last post by TXGOAT2
Fri Jan 09, 2026 1:34 pm
Non-Ford cowl lamp bracket - need help to ID

Last post by George House « Fri Jan 09, 2026 1:23 pm
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by Marc Roberts » Tue Jan 06, 2026 9:28 pm

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Does anyone recognize these pressed steel brackets? Thanks for looking.

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I know what the are !! They’re $10 @ pair Swap Meet brackets :lol:

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Last post by George House
Fri Jan 09, 2026 1:23 pm
1914 Windshield Brass Glass Channel color

Last post by BRENT in 10-uh-C « Fri Jan 09, 2026 6:50 am
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by BRENT in 10-uh-C » Thu Jan 08, 2026 7:23 am

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With all due respect, I am not looking for generic speculation but what I am looking for is what is considered authentic on the 'color' of Brass Glass Channel?

Was the Windshield Frame originally painted (dipped??) prior to installing the Glass Channel, -followed by the installation of the Windshield Glass, ...or was the Glass Channel installed...

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Without question the setting channel was never painted on new ford cars. I have owned enough original examples and studied unrestored cars to say this is established fact. It was also very common for owners to paint over the brightwork on their cars as they aged. The ford owners manual for 1913 recommends repainting the car once a year. Paints...

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Fri Jan 09, 2026 6:50 am
1914 fender iron manufacturer mark ID - edit: Round Two

Last post by Allan « Thu Jan 08, 2026 7:03 pm
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by Daisy Mae » Tue Jan 06, 2026 6:32 pm

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Cleaning up parts on Daisy (1914 Touring), working on the front fender irons. The headlamp pickle forks are DB's, but I'm not familiar with the mark on the actual fender iron.
Anyone?

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The second photo clinches it. The C over H is much clearer on that iron. Interestingly, that same mark was on components of my Canadian 1915 tourer.
I wonder just how much of the Canadian cars was actually Made in Canada.

Allan from down under.

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Last post by Allan
Thu Jan 08, 2026 7:03 pm
Need help in diagnosing #3 cylinder problems

Last post by Henry K. Lee « Thu Jan 08, 2026 7:01 pm
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by grinchyclaus » Wed Jan 07, 2026 11:02 pm

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My 1924 touring is having problems in performance. The #3 cylinder is not working correctly. Have replaced all plugs, wires, cleaned all contacts in coil box, rebuilt good coils. Good compression in all cylinders (40 - 44). Yet when you short out each cylinder, #1, #2, and #4 will short out the engine, but not at #3. All 4 will spark with a strong...

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I chase a pixie like this that damn near put me in the looney bin...., do as Jerry said and my lil pixie was a hard seat that was installed very crappy and was loose dancing around.

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Last post by Henry K. Lee
Thu Jan 08, 2026 7:01 pm
Stevens T-50 Frame rivet tool

Last post by dobro1956 « Thu Jan 08, 2026 6:24 pm
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by DanTreace » Sat Dec 27, 2025 10:21 am

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Saw this tool on a FB Vintage Tool I.D. Group, was unidentified by the poster.

So looked up the tool in a Stevens Speed Up Catalog. Rather useful to have when one-man replacing rivets, makes a real good bucking bar.

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Would have liked that tool for last job on a crossmember, resorted to...

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Pep, Thanks for the link. It popped right up with the link. I have been having issues with the e-bay search feature. I have several different Stevens searches saved. One is Stevens New York so it should have sent me a e-mail when it was listed. I have missed several things lately. I guess it time to have a chat with e-bay customer service. 😟...

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Last post by dobro1956
Thu Jan 08, 2026 6:24 pm
Coils strong & weak spark

Last post by MKossor « Thu Jan 08, 2026 2:55 pm
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by John0 » Tue Dec 30, 2025 10:15 pm

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I have a question for the coil experts. I've been rebuilding some coils, checking the primary & secondary winding's, and replacing the capacitor. I am using both an old amp type tester and ECCT tester to set these up correctly. I've done about 10 so far and 5 have a strong spark and 5 a weak spark. The resistance of the primary & secondary...

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Yes, the devil is in the details of which there are many associated with properly tuning coils. Alas, Model T coil tuning is an art even with the proper tools.

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Last post by MKossor
Thu Jan 08, 2026 2:55 pm
Farewell and thank you to a fantastic hobby!

Last post by TXGOAT2 « Thu Jan 08, 2026 1:06 pm
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by fordt » Wed Jan 07, 2026 5:48 pm

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Well, the last Model T of my more than 30 year hobby has left with a shipper to its new home. What started out as the first car I bought actually turned out to be the last one I fully restored. It was a 26/27 roadster Frankencar found in Idaho and I drove from Texas to pick it up with a flatbed trailer in February, needless to say NOT the time to...

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Not really... it was a 1952! I'd love to have it back, AND a 1925 to go with it!

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Last post by TXGOAT2
Thu Jan 08, 2026 1:06 pm
4th Main Oil Hole Details

Last post by speedytinc « Thu Jan 08, 2026 8:18 am
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by MossPointMachine » Wed Jan 07, 2026 6:03 pm

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Can someone help with the size and location to redrill the 4 th main oil hole, measurement from shoulder would be good. Trying to finish an engine my Dad built for me before he passed away. I can’t see any trace of the hole in the shell he had re babbited. Thanks

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Jig boring the 4th main
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from Lang's part specs
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I disagree with the clearance specs as provided. Way too loose.
4-6 will pass a lot of oil into the U-joint especially if you are using a transmission screen.
.0015-.002 is what I fit to in this part with babbit, same as for rods & mains.

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Thu Jan 08, 2026 8:18 am
Mid winter Clinic 2026 McPherson Kansas

Last post by Afrazer « Thu Jan 08, 2026 8:07 am
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by Afrazer » Mon Dec 01, 2025 10:41 am

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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...

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Weather looks to be mid 30s and no precipitation for the current future forecast. Going to be a good day to talk T!

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Last post by Afrazer
Thu Jan 08, 2026 8:07 am
1923 Martin-Parry Pickup

Last post by Marc Roberts « Wed Jan 07, 2026 11:08 pm
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by Stephen1915 » Wed Dec 31, 2025 12:44 pm

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Having a Hard time posting to classified vehicles, please remove and relocate if necessary.

Here is a link to Facebook of a Martin-Parry bodied truck I have for sale.

If you are interested or have additional questions please give me a call at 314-287-1901.

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That is a beautiful truck. I live in York, PA, where Martin-Parry had a large factory. I have often wished someone from York would put a Martin-Parry Model T on public display. Good luck with your sale.

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Last post by Marc Roberts
Wed Jan 07, 2026 11:08 pm
Need Help with id of Side Lamp Brackets

Last post by rickd « Wed Jan 07, 2026 9:07 pm
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by rickd » Wed Jan 07, 2026 5:18 pm

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I am trying to id the side lamp brackets on this 1914 Touring I recently acquired. I have gone through all of my reference materials and can't find a match to the brackets. Maybe aftermarket accessories? The car is a late August 14 build with a Hayes body. The side lamps are Victor Model 2. Thanks in advance for any help. 14T.jpg 14bracket.jpg

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Yes, thats the same brackets! Thank you Erik. Mystery solved, appreciate it.

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Wed Jan 07, 2026 9:07 pm
sold my `1910 locally

Last post by Ed Baudoux « Wed Jan 07, 2026 7:07 pm
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by ModelT46 » Wed Jan 07, 2026 2:26 pm

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A local colector and restorer has bought my 1910. Also my wife of 57 years died Dec. 10.
I will give the buyer extra T Parts.

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Darel, I'm saddened to hear about your bride's passing. My sincerest condolences 🙏.

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Last post by Ed Baudoux
Wed Jan 07, 2026 7:07 pm
Wood firewalls

Last post by Dan Hatch « Tue Jan 06, 2026 6:54 pm
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by Dan Hatch » Tue Jan 06, 2026 3:14 pm

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Does Jon ( RV’s brother) have a website? Thanks Dan

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Thanks for the info.

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Last post by Dan Hatch
Tue Jan 06, 2026 6:54 pm
PerspecTive phoTo

Last post by Bryant « Tue Jan 06, 2026 5:48 pm
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by Bryant » Tue Feb 22, 2022 6:37 am
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The model T. How do you see it? 46A57EE6-DF6F-4561-A777-C57F8C57F66B.jpeg

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Last post by Bryant
Tue Jan 06, 2026 5:48 pm
Cousin Ruth

Last post by Rich P. Bingham « Tue Jan 06, 2026 3:15 pm
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by Dollisdad » Tue Jan 06, 2026 12:55 pm

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Photo #6 - ‘09 ? ‘10 ? Looks like it probably was “born” with a windshield, now removed, the ladies’ hats look like 1912-17, a well- used car !

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Last post by Rich P. Bingham
Tue Jan 06, 2026 3:15 pm
Wiring question

Last post by Original Smith « Tue Jan 06, 2026 1:56 pm
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by Dan Hatch » Sat Jan 03, 2026 2:04 pm

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What would a 4 wire switch harness be for?
Dash switch, non starter, mag headlights and horn car or truck?
I use to know but not sure now. Here is a picture
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How about a 4 position terminal block. One terminal marked bat.
Thanks, Dan

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I bought a bunch of those at Hershey once just to get the tags.

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Last post by Original Smith
Tue Jan 06, 2026 1:56 pm
hinge ID

Last post by 1stnow « Tue Jan 06, 2026 1:22 pm
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by Tinner12 » Tue Jan 06, 2026 1:11 pm

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I got these hinges with a basket case 24 touring that I bought. I know they are not for this car. Can anyone tell me if they are Model T

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Those are not hinges, but are window flaps for a couplet. They go on the top of the doors to protect the windows.

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Last post by 1stnow
Tue Jan 06, 2026 1:22 pm
Sources for open car body wood plans 1923-1925?

Last post by Scott_Conger « Tue Jan 06, 2026 12:04 pm
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by BuddyTheRoadster » Tue Dec 30, 2025 4:26 am

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A client is rewooding a touring car, and he found that the blueprints he was given don't match with the wood in the body. Is there a reliable source for body wood blueprints?

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For Dennis Chan and for future readers:

If you purchased a set of drawings for your 1921 Roadster and there was no information regarding wood floor under the turtle deck, then you were sold an incomplete set of plans.

I purchased those same plans years ago from Leon, for my early '23 (low cowl) roadster and that information with dimensions was...

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Last post by Scott_Conger
Tue Jan 06, 2026 12:04 pm
My tribute to Rube Goldberg

Last post by browning « Tue Jan 06, 2026 11:03 am
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by browning » Thu Jan 01, 2026 2:09 pm

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Gentlemen, Thank you for your responses, that was the information I was needing. This project started as a way to test various flywheel configurations but has morphed into quite a show and tell piece that seems to interest both Model T folks and others. It makes it possible to witness the entire ignition system from magneto to spark plug and see...

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Last post by browning
Tue Jan 06, 2026 11:03 am
Suggested Cherry stain for a brass Model T firewall?

Last post by NorthSouth « Tue Jan 06, 2026 9:54 am
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by NealW » Sun Sep 21, 2025 8:07 pm

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I am restoring a 1914 T that will be getting a new firewall. When I restored our 1911 Touring, I used Laurel Mountain Forge antique cherry stain, based on recommendations on the forum site. It really is a good match for the original stain Ford used, when comparing it to the portions of the firewall that had been hidden for over 100 years.

This...

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Original Smith has some of that precious firewall stain on the shelf in his garage.
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Tue Jan 06, 2026 9:54 am
Model T Journey to California’s Center & a High Schooler’s 1915 Model T Build

Last post by Matt in California « Mon Jan 05, 2026 10:04 pm
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by Matt in California » Sun Jan 04, 2026 12:37 pm

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Just posted a new Model T road trip video from Fresno into the foothills of Central California—camping at the San Joaquin River Gorge, roadside brake adjustment, North Fork, and a run out to one of the disputed locations of California’s geographic center.

If nothing else, I really encourage you to watch the segment with Austin, an 18-year-old...

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I really encourage you to watch the segment with Austin, an 18-year-old high schooler who built his own 1915 Model T from a basket of parts

watch to the end

In the description, I had laid out the different sections hoping people would find that. Again, it’s worth watching just the section where Austin talks about what he did on his car. Very...

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Last post by Matt in California
Mon Jan 05, 2026 10:04 pm
1924 Coupe Top Wood Replacement

Last post by John kuehn « Mon Jan 05, 2026 7:25 pm
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by EdWhite » Sun Jan 04, 2026 11:26 am

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Happy new year everyone, I am beginning the top wood install on my 1924 Canadian Coupe. I would call this a top wood replacement but unfortunately there was no wood here to begin with. I have purchased a top wood kit from Snyder’s. If you guys have any input or possibly links to known good articles on the topic that could be of value to me it...

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This 23-25 T Coupe wood drawing from Fordwood may help you with you may need for your 25. They sell a kit or you can buy individual pieces as needed. Another wood maker is Classic Auto Wood that might be of help.
The wood body drawing isn’t an exact blueprint but it’s pretty close. Another thing to remember you may or may not have to do some...

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Last post by John kuehn
Mon Jan 05, 2026 7:25 pm
Spindle with Wear Groove

Last post by TRDxB2 « Mon Jan 05, 2026 5:01 pm
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by Rodger Erickson » Sun Jan 04, 2026 2:52 pm

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This is a common 1917-25 style spindle, but apparently a bearing cage or something came loose and cut a groove about 3/16 deep. Yes I know they don't make 'em anymore, but there are still a lot of these around. I just hate to throw it out if there's a chance someone might need it. Is it worth saving?

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So what does the surface for the inner race look like? Worn too?
Is that a crack?
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Sorry no 1926-27

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Last post by TRDxB2
Mon Jan 05, 2026 5:01 pm
Anti tarnish headlamp covers. Plz read

Last post by Karl Von Neumann « Mon Jan 05, 2026 2:23 pm
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by Karl Von Neumann » Mon Dec 15, 2025 1:35 pm

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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...

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Don Lang's sister was making them. I have a set on my car.

Well its my understanding that she has passed and they haven't been made in several years. I took on a job of making some for a friend and figured I'm set up to do this I can make some whrn no one else is why not.

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Last post by Karl Von Neumann
Mon Jan 05, 2026 2:23 pm
1915 Runabout Side Curtain Drawings

Last post by BRENT in 10-uh-C « Mon Jan 05, 2026 10:22 am
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by mortier » Sat Jan 03, 2026 9:23 am

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I contacted the Benson Ford Library looking for the 1915 Runabout Side Curtain drawings, and the librarian said they need the correct part numbers. The parts list they referred me to has many that seem to fit the bill. Could anyone tell me what part numbers I should request?

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As per the Ford Parts Price List dated 1916.

Side Curtin Rear R.H. 6937X
Side Curtin Rear L.H. 6938X
Side Curtin Front R.H. 6935X
Side Curtin Front L.H. 6936X

You can see the Manuals, parts lists, etc. at Cimorelli Model T on line.

The issue with those numbers is those will only be Assembly Drawings. It likely will have the part numbers to...

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Last post by BRENT in 10-uh-C
Mon Jan 05, 2026 10:22 am
Jan. 1 2026

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by South Park Zephyr » Thu Jan 01, 2026 4:42 pm

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Who else starts the new year with a drive?
Fellow club member, Sam Atkinson and I were talking when I first got my roadster. He told me that he always takes a New Year’s Day drive.
Who am I to argue?
So today it was a balmy 32 degrees here in the St. Louis area and I headed off to start the new year off in style. The car was a bit cantankerous at...

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Yes! And sometimes it's a family member. I was afflicted at the tender age of five by my uncle. And Yes, I like it!
Nice pictures Scott, I camped there almost fifty years ago with friends from high school. :)

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Last post by JohnM
Sun Jan 04, 2026 7:46 pm
I’m Calling the Mercury Done

Last post by Mike Penserini « Sat Jan 03, 2026 10:15 pm
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by AndyClary » Fri Jan 02, 2026 11:11 pm

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After more time than I care to admit I’m calling the Mercury done. Got the upholstery finished and that should be it beyond maintenance and the occasional tweak.

Andy
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Absoluty Perfect !

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Last post by Mike Penserini
Sat Jan 03, 2026 10:15 pm
Ideas on moving old chassis?

Last post by Scott_Conger « Sat Jan 03, 2026 9:41 pm
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by colonelpowers » Mon Dec 29, 2025 8:39 am

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A friend of mine passed away a week or so ago and at the funeral his brother asked if I could possibly remove a 17 chassis that was in the back yard. He is needing to get the property cleaned up soon. I hadn't looked at it closely in years but I said that I would get it. 20 years ago that chassis was pretty nice with a newly rebuilt engine....

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Are Hispano Suizas allowed to be near mobile homes?

No, and that's precisely why that car would HAVE to be rescued.

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Last post by Scott_Conger
Sat Jan 03, 2026 9:41 pm
Coil contact points

Last post by Ron Patterson « Sat Jan 03, 2026 4:00 pm
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by AndreFordT » Fri Jan 02, 2026 5:12 am

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Happy New Year 2026,

Yesterday I started the year by rebuilding a few coils.
Now I am out of contact points and can't find any new points at the vendors.

I hope they will be available soon so we can go on rebuilding the coils.

Thanks
Andre
Belgium

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I spoke to the coil point manufacturer yesterday.
He is making headway solving the manufacturing problems but not quite there yet.
Ron Patterson

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Last post by Ron Patterson
Sat Jan 03, 2026 4:00 pm
1915 model T

Last post by Original Smith « Sat Jan 03, 2026 1:47 pm
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by Edy » Fri Jul 23, 2021 8:31 pm

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New member here...just wanted to introduce myself and ask my first question...I recently bought my 1915 model T and I am ready to install the 6 volt battery and was wondering are the model T's positive ground or negative ground... I do have a 1919 engine in it with an electric starter but I just want to hook it up right so I don't mess anything...

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Do you want to keep it all 1915?

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Sat Jan 03, 2026 1:47 pm
Haaaaappy Neeew Yeeeear!! Woooops!!!

Last post by George House « Sat Jan 03, 2026 1:19 pm
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by Dollisdad » Wed Dec 31, 2025 10:29 am

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Interesting 4th from the bottom roadster. There’s something about that cowl that doesn’t look right and the hood looks newer. ‘15-‘16 ? due to flat LR fender ? And the windshield & brackets are unlike anything I’ve ever seen…..”Hub dust cover ? I don’t need no stinkin hubcap”

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Last post by George House
Sat Jan 03, 2026 1:19 pm
What have you done to/with your Model T in December?

Last post by TXGOAT2 « Sat Jan 03, 2026 11:02 am
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by varmint » Mon Dec 29, 2025 3:52 pm

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Checked the nuts.

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Nasty timer.... Clean it up, then try using Marvel Mystery Oil. Apply oil frequently as Ford recommended. One member suggested drilling a small hole in the lower part of the timer to allow oil and grunge to escape. That sounds like a good idea to me, since it would prevent an accumulation of gummy wear particles and fouled oil.

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Last post by TXGOAT2
Sat Jan 03, 2026 11:02 am
Engine Swap

Last post by AndreFordT « Sat Jan 03, 2026 9:27 am
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by Campbell Tellman » Thu Jan 01, 2026 3:39 pm

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We have a 1916 Ford Touring we are restoring. We are replacing the original engine with a later model electric start engine. So I think I can use 1.0 wire from the 8 volt battery to started switch, and then on to the starter motor. Do I need a fuse? My hope is use the magneto for ignition. As to the generator, how do I wire it to charge the...

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John is so right about the ampmeter.
I build mine in an empty coil.
Photos are from a 1912 Torpedo runabout.
The on-off-on switch is for the flasher, the push button is for the starter( I installed a starter relais to command the starter) the other switch is for the lights.

I use a 30Amp to secure the electrics.

Andre
Belgium

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Last post by AndreFordT
Sat Jan 03, 2026 9:27 am
What Did Your Chapter Do in 2026?

Last post by AndyClary « Fri Jan 02, 2026 11:06 pm
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by AndyClary » Thu Jan 01, 2026 7:19 pm

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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

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Historically we try to,do a little something on New Year’s Day to jump start the year. Mother Nature didn’t agree this year

Andy
Redwood Empire Model T Club

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Last post by AndyClary
Fri Jan 02, 2026 11:06 pm
Cross Drive Magneto Information Needed!!!!!

Last post by Tim Moore « Fri Jan 02, 2026 7:31 pm
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by frontyboy » Thu Jan 01, 2026 1:04 am

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I have a Fordson cross drive magneto system and would like to know how to set it up and installation instructions, A Fordson manual might be helpful, but any help would be appreciated.

Thnx,

frontyboy

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I agree with you Mike, the MATCO and Coumbo units are out there and bolt right up. They are easy to set up and I run 3 of them on cars. If I saw a Fordson cross drive on a car I would wonder why somebody put tractor parts on a speedster when accessories were made for that and they tuck right in the front, not hang out the side. If I bought a car...

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Last post by Tim Moore
Fri Jan 02, 2026 7:31 pm
Z head

Last post by Ruxstel24 « Fri Jan 02, 2026 3:29 pm
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by KenHaverhill » Thu Jan 01, 2026 1:49 pm

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Has anyone experimented with milling down a z head to get a little more than the 6 to 1 ? How much can be removed until it contacts stock aluminum pistons? I have an older one i was thinking of experimenting with

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As it happens, I have THE Jensen aluminum head that Kevin Prus used to make the mold he uses for his castings. I had a few thousandths milled off because it was warped but it’s been on my car for several years and it does run better than the Z head. And it has the Ford script on it !!

By better do you mean smoother? that could be the result of...

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Last post by Ruxstel24
Fri Jan 02, 2026 3:29 pm
Changing front axel

Last post by TRDxB2 « Fri Jan 02, 2026 1:22 pm
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by Terry » Thu Jan 01, 2026 12:59 pm

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Hello I just purchased a 24 runabout it has the first shock / springs , my question is can I run just the front springs because I have disk brakes on back and the machanical part goes over brake drum

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There has been various interpretations of the accident that killed Ken Meek. Blame was placed on a broken shock absorber perch but evidence suggests that it was broken in the accident and not the cause. Too much speculation has been placed on the broken parts after the accident and not how they may have failed during the accident. Not to mention a...

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Last post by TRDxB2
Fri Jan 02, 2026 1:22 pm
1910 touring measurements

Last post by Tim D « Fri Jan 02, 2026 12:25 pm
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by Tim D » Wed Dec 31, 2025 4:52 pm

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Looking for measurements for the top mounts and the rail.
Thanks Tim

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Last post by Tim D
Fri Jan 02, 2026 12:25 pm
Early road work and fixing Model T flats

Last post by tmodeldriver « Fri Jan 02, 2026 9:50 am
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by John kuehn » Thu Jan 01, 2026 10:40 am

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Here’s an interesting newspaper article about early road work in the Model T era close to Waco, Texas. It gives a clue about old car owners and the accepted nuisance of fixing flats. We can only imagine the hassle of going to town and being dressed then having to get out and fix a flat. Evidently road maintenance was still being done by mule power.

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When my dad was eight years old his family moved from South Georgia to central Florida, a trip of about 350 miles. The car was a new 1924 T Model. What was surprising to everyone and almost unbelievable, they made the whole trip without a flat tire. Almost unheard of in those days.

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Last post by tmodeldriver
Fri Jan 02, 2026 9:50 am
Let's start the new year off right

Last post by varmint « Fri Jan 02, 2026 3:52 am
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by TFan » Thu Jan 01, 2026 5:06 pm

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Hank and I took My 26 RPU for our annual New Years Day ride. It was about a balmy 26* but with the top floorboard out it was kinda cozy. The photo's are along the shores of frozen Sandusky Bay. The last pic shows the coal docks in the background where freighters come into port to load up with coal most of the year. The first two you can see the...

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Nice pics! neat to see the tree propped up in the bed. It was in the 30's here but supposed to be 72º today. You have your wreath on the radiator but I had to compromise.

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Last post by varmint
Fri Jan 02, 2026 3:52 am
Utah Freinds

Last post by Chuck Hale « Thu Jan 01, 2026 8:51 pm

by Chuck Hale » Thu Jan 01, 2026 8:51 pm

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...

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Last post by Chuck Hale
Thu Jan 01, 2026 8:51 pm
New Scam

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by South Park Zephyr » Tue Dec 30, 2025 11:12 am

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I want to clarify something
Ed Fuller is not the person that is behind this.
THE SCAMMER, responded to me via text message because I included my phone number in response to his listing.
If you have read this, Please do not infer that I somehow believe that our trusted member has anything to do with the problem.

Ed and I have been in contact and...

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IMembers need to realize how easy it is to get information about a person off the internet. It used to be that your full social security number was your secret ID and was used as an identifier in many banks and businesses as your account number. The Congress passed a law to make it illegal for Banks & business to use it as an account number but...

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Thu Jan 01, 2026 3:53 pm

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