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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.

Can’t log in? Want to test posting pics without causing clutter here? You don’t have to have a userid to post, and you don’t even have to give your info, just post away and...

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Picnic weather !

Last post by Art M « Sat Jan 15, 2022 10:01 pm
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by Rich Bingham » Fri Jan 14, 2022 3:53 pm

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Photo is dated 1917. No worry that another passing car will raise dust over this happy scene.

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For the past two years, the local club, Fierelands Timeless T's club in norther Ohio, has been doing picnic tours nearly once a week during the touring season.. We really enjoy them. There are many places to hold them. Some are in rather in secluded wooded areas, others held in populous areas such as a Lske Erie beach park.
Tim Wrenn often post...

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Sat Jan 15, 2022 10:01 pm
Swap Meet Sunday January 16 2022

Last post by Art M « Sat Jan 15, 2022 9:27 pm
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by TFan » Sun Jan 09, 2022 12:00 am

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We are having a winter swap next Sunday in Norwalk, Ohio so if you want a break from the winter doldrums come on in to our swap. I cannot promise that Model T parts will be present but I'm gonna try to bring some. Maybe we can get Tim Mosher to come with some of his goodies. thank Jim

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I am planning to attend.

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Sat Jan 15, 2022 9:27 pm
Hubcap wrench, did anyone else see this on Ebay?

Last post by John kuehn « Sat Jan 15, 2022 9:23 pm
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by Pep C Strebeck » Sat Jan 15, 2022 3:46 pm

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Saw this on Ebay and was wondering if anyone else had seen it? It was listed as being 1-5/8 and the only thing that I know of on the car that is that size is the hubcaps.

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I also wondered about using a wrench on the hubcap. I have some old hubcaps that looks like they were rounded off some and caused buy the common hubcap wrench I guess.

In thinking about it the assembly line worker and service center workers probably appreciated a wrench and especially if you were on the line installing 2-300 or more hubcaps a...

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Last post by John kuehn
Sat Jan 15, 2022 9:23 pm
Picture this

Last post by JohnM « Sat Jan 15, 2022 8:21 pm
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by Dollisdad » Sat Jan 15, 2022 1:40 pm

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Why is it that pictures where taken with people sitting/standing on fenders and hoods of model T's? Did they do that with Pierce's and Buick's?

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Sat Jan 15, 2022 8:21 pm
Top prop saddle vs rubber plug

Last post by TXGOAT2 « Sat Jan 15, 2022 7:47 pm
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by Humblej » Fri Jan 14, 2022 5:17 pm

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Many period photos of later year Model T' runabouts and tourings typically have the top up, and often have no top prop arm and saddle, just a plug over the top prop hole. Noticed in a factory photo of the 15,000,000 Ford, at the end of the assembly line there is someone installing the top prop arm, almost as an after thought. I cannot find...

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So... it looks like they shipped the cars with the saddles inside and the top collapsed... maybe tied down, or up, or with some kind of carboard spacer or whatever. That makes sense. Anyway, I need to get a pair of them and the related straps.

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Sat Jan 15, 2022 7:47 pm
On track !

Last post by Les Schubert « Sat Jan 15, 2022 2:26 pm
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by Rich Bingham » Wed Jan 12, 2022 9:10 pm

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How about this ? No information with the photo, looks like foreign military.

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Interesting that on the 2 wheel version they are using solid rubber tires.

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Sat Jan 15, 2022 2:26 pm
Ford New York Branch store photo, with an unknown car.

Last post by Rob « Sat Jan 15, 2022 1:19 pm
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by Rob » Thu Jan 13, 2022 3:34 pm

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This photo (courtesy of Detroit Public Libraries, all rights apply) appeared in a spring 1908 Ford Times:

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In addition to the Model K touring and Roadster seen in the photo, two cars can be seen in the showroom. The center inside car is another Model K...

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Frank,
Yes. They look quite different with, and without the too:

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Sat Jan 15, 2022 1:19 pm
Texas Inspector Threw the Book At Me.

Last post by Sarikatime « Sat Jan 15, 2022 12:46 pm
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by ivaldes1 » Thu Dec 23, 2021 1:11 am

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So I went to get the wedding car, formerly Hay Wagon To Speedster Project inspected. The inspector had passed my Touring many times in the past but this time he snarled at me and showed me this: page 1. He refused to pass me this time. He also informed me that he would not be passing my Touring in the future and would be going by page 1. The...

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I have been to Ushuaia several times, great place. They love to camp in the forests near by in small pup tents in the summer, but there is always two inches of water almost everywhere. There are huge glaciers nearby and that is where all the ships and helicopters start out to go to the South Pole. The hotel on top of the hill is the best place to...

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Sat Jan 15, 2022 12:46 pm
Jefferson coil tester

Last post by TXGOAT2 « Sat Jan 15, 2022 12:10 pm
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by Jim-B » Fri Jan 14, 2022 2:43 pm

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I have a Jefferson coil tester with the power source missing. Can anyone tell me what was used to provide the 6 volts for
Testing the lamps and coil. I would think it would be a step down transformer? Did it uses rectifier?
Thanks for your input in advance.
Jim

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If the bulbs are simply continuity testers, you could use 12 volt bulbs and then you wouldn't need the 3 volt tap.

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Sat Jan 15, 2022 12:10 pm
Coil rebuilding

Last post by Danny Carstensen « Fri Jan 14, 2022 10:46 pm
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by Danny Carstensen » Fri Jan 14, 2022 4:21 pm

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I was thinking of reworking some coils. What paint should I use on top? Someone at one time said not to use paint with carbon in it.

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Alright, I'll try that. Thanks

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Fri Jan 14, 2022 10:46 pm
New overheating issue

Last post by kmatt2 « Fri Jan 14, 2022 4:59 pm
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by colonelpowers » Thu Jan 13, 2022 12:08 pm

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Hello Everybody,
I wanted to get your opinion if you have the time. My 27 Tudor has started heating a lot. I have driven the car everywhere in all temperatures and have never had the first issue with it heating but now that it is cold outside the car has started blowing steam pretty quickly after starting. Just running to the store, I am hearing...

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One more thing to check if you have been adding coolant to the radiator but can not find a leak. Check the engine oil to make sure it is good and not milky. The 1926-27 blocks are known for cracking water jackets above the valve chamber. This could cause coolant to leak into the crankcase without getting into a cylinder and then going out the...

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Fri Jan 14, 2022 4:59 pm
We’re moving

Last post by Southfork Creek « Fri Jan 14, 2022 2:28 pm
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by Dollisdad » Thu Jan 13, 2022 1:00 pm

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Could be Salt Creek Beach area near LA?

Live Cam of the beach there:

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Fri Jan 14, 2022 2:28 pm
Pinky Randall (1927-2022)

Last post by ModelT46 « Fri Jan 14, 2022 1:19 pm
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by Ed Baudoux » Tue Jan 11, 2022 8:11 am

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Pinky Randall (1927-2022)

He was a great guy and wealth of knowledge. A true Car Guy. His restoration work was top-notch. Many of us T folks remember him as a car judge at the OCF.

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A very interesting person. I met him just once when he came to pick up a 1918 Chevy Couplet I sold him.. That was in about 1964 when I was teaching in Wasau, WI. While I like Fords, I did own a nice 1926 Chev. Superior K roadster and several modern (1950 and 1953) Chevies..

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Fri Jan 14, 2022 1:19 pm
Was RV Anderson doing work for any of you?

Last post by NorthSouth « Fri Jan 14, 2022 12:45 pm
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by KimDobbins » Sun Jan 09, 2022 8:47 pm

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In the next few weeks, any jobs RV was working on will try to be identified and returned. Please let me know with a description and pictures if possible to me at kdmks at att.net. Please be patient, this may take a while. RV's service will be held in Kennedy NY on the 22 nd of this month.

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Hello Kim,
Thank you for helping Randal’s family sort this out. I sent you an email.

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Fri Jan 14, 2022 12:45 pm
Torpedo body builder, San Diego?

Last post by TWrenn « Fri Jan 14, 2022 10:20 am
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by blauvelt » Fri Jan 14, 2022 9:57 am

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Good day,

Memory has gone fuzzy, but was/is there anyone who is reproducing a Torpedo body? Thought there was a gentleman in or near San Diego. Any leads appreciated.

Thanks,

Doug

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You're welcome!

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Fri Jan 14, 2022 10:20 am
Pic mix 2

Last post by varmint « Fri Jan 14, 2022 6:38 am
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by Dollisdad » Thu Jan 13, 2022 10:53 pm

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4th photo - Old and New
2200 block Central Ave
Kearney, Nebraska
notice two buildings on the left
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Fri Jan 14, 2022 6:38 am
Driver’s Side Door Hinge Pin Mirror…..

Last post by D Stroud « Fri Jan 14, 2022 5:05 am
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by MichaelPawelek » Sat Jan 08, 2022 5:58 pm

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I have a side clamp on mirror on my 160A that fits in the gap at the front edge of the door and need something similar for my ‘25 Coupe but the Coupe has no seam/gap around the door. The only option appears to be the side mirror that fits over the door hinge.

Vendors sites say the bracket is not long enough to fit over the hinge and a portion...

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I installed one of those hinge pin mounted mirrors on our '25 coupe about 10 years ago. I ground just a bit off of the I D of the bracket so it would fit over the hinge as was mentioned in the catalog. The bracket is diecast so it won't rust. The original hinge pin was a bit too large to fit in the mirror bracket holes, so I just used a smaller...

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Last post by D Stroud
Fri Jan 14, 2022 5:05 am
Magneto Horn Bell Screw Size

Last post by VowellArt « Fri Jan 14, 2022 3:54 am
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by VowellArt » Fri Dec 10, 2021 7:52 pm

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Got a question for all those who have mag horns (something which I don't have)....what size is the screw that holds the bell to the vibrator housing and are the screws that mount the horn to the bracket a bit longer or are they the same length. I need both the thread size and the length. Can't find any mention of them in any of my books, so I...

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Rich, hmmm....ok.

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Fri Jan 14, 2022 3:54 am
Maxwell 1910 ignition

Last post by AndreFordT « Fri Jan 14, 2022 1:47 am
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by AndreFordT » Tue Nov 30, 2021 6:34 am

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Hi all,

Maybe someone out there can help me?

I am looking for photos, plans and an explication of the working and the set up of the ignition for a 1910 two cylinders Maxwell car.
The owner bought the car with a Citroën 2CV coil in the coilbox. He like to get it original again but we don't know how it can be done.

Thanks
Andre
Belgium

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Here a few more photos,

In the drawing it is the G and H magneto model.

On the magneto there was the armature rewind, the magnet charged and a good clean out.
The coilbox have a new 6V Harley-Davidson double coil, a model T condensor, a new cover and totaly new wiring inside.
The outside wiring was done with old looking wire, red, white, brown,...

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Last post by AndreFordT
Fri Jan 14, 2022 1:47 am
1925 Ford Timer Assembly

Last post by Russ T Fender « Thu Jan 13, 2022 10:28 pm
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by Wascator » Thu Jan 13, 2022 8:49 pm

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I bought a reproduction Ford timer, new roller, roller pin, brass shield, and felt. The brass shield and felt were missing from my car, so I am unsure about how they go. I pushed the felt seal snugly in place (I think) but what holds the brass shield? Is tgere a washer between it and the roller!

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If you use the brass shield make sure it is big enough to span the timer case. Some repro shields are too small and are not held in place by the timer adequately.

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Last post by Russ T Fender
Thu Jan 13, 2022 10:28 pm
Horn diaphragm gasket

Last post by Will_Vanderburg « Thu Jan 13, 2022 10:08 pm
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by Brent Mize » Wed Jan 12, 2022 10:04 am

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Does anyone make a gasket for the electric horn?
The ones in mine are shot.
I’m restoring it for my 27.
Thanks!
Brent

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I've taken apart both Ford and Ames horns and neither had a gasket.

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Last post by Will_Vanderburg
Thu Jan 13, 2022 10:08 pm
Interesting stamp mark on my frame

Last post by Allan « Thu Jan 13, 2022 9:59 pm
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by Dave Young » Thu Jan 13, 2022 5:56 pm

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In the process of cleaning a frame today, I came across this stamp mark inside of the right front rail. I've not seen one before. It's the only mark.

Also, my rear leaf springs have the mark of FORDX an UA on them. 20220113_105224.jpg 20220113_105255.jpg

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John, the spring steel was most likely hot rolled. As it is formed, and rolled down to size, the final roller would have the name engraved into it. As the steel passes that final roller to make the finished size, the name would be left proud of the surface. Structural steel beams will usually have the manufacturers name created in the same way....

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Last post by Allan
Thu Jan 13, 2022 9:59 pm
Front Wheel Bearings

Last post by Jerry VanOoteghem « Thu Jan 13, 2022 4:03 pm
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by BLB27 » Fri Jan 07, 2022 8:43 pm

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Put new front wheel bearings on my 1927 coupe. How tight should they be? I haven't put the wheels on yet. Should the hubs turn real easy by hand or should there be a fair amount of drag?

shou

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Called one of my bearing sources. They say Timken is out of stock till March.

As others have mentioned, there's 2 on Amazon. Good price too!

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Last post by Jerry VanOoteghem
Thu Jan 13, 2022 4:03 pm
Propeller Radiator Ornaments

Last post by henryford2 « Thu Jan 13, 2022 3:44 pm
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by Bud_T » Thu Jan 13, 2022 2:47 pm

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My first post showed the radiator ornament I have. It has a busted propeller, with a piece missing. Anyone know of a source for a replacement propeller like this? I understand Bob Scherzer, who recently died, made similar reproduction ornaments. Did anyone purchase his molds and tooling? Thanks.
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Contact Tim Morsher, he may be able to help

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Last post by henryford2
Thu Jan 13, 2022 3:44 pm
Lighted Propeller Radiator Ornament

Last post by Bud_T « Thu Jan 13, 2022 2:40 pm

by Bud_T » Thu Jan 13, 2022 2:40 pm

Hi, For the pictured ornament, can someone tell me how the ornament ITSELF is assembled, particularly the propeller. I already know how it attaches to the radiator cap. I am not interested in the wiring. If someone has a picture of how the shaft is attached that supports the propeller, I would like to look at that. Also, if someone has the...

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Thu Jan 13, 2022 2:40 pm
The Anderson Brothers

Last post by Rich Eagle « Thu Jan 13, 2022 12:11 pm
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by Tbird » Wed Jan 12, 2022 9:25 pm

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Great write up on RV and Jonathan. Some things I never knew

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Thanks for posting that Mike. It's great that it is available. I was so pleased to see RV participating on the Forum after seeing that article in 2008. He seemed to be a great guy doing the things I wish I could do. Later he furnished me with some things I couldn't find anywhere else. It's distressing to lose such in depth expertise yet...

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Last post by Rich Eagle
Thu Jan 13, 2022 12:11 pm
Who wants to give it a go?

Last post by Ruxstel24 « Thu Jan 13, 2022 11:13 am
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by Dollisdad » Wed Jan 12, 2022 12:11 am

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I would love to try it !!
Seems like a helmet might be in order, a electric one and gloves etc in the heated variety.
Funny as a kid, you never seemed to get cold...nowadays !!🥶

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Last post by Ruxstel24
Thu Jan 13, 2022 11:13 am
Model T Post Cards #6

Last post by old_charley « Thu Jan 13, 2022 10:07 am

by old_charley » Thu Jan 13, 2022 10:07 am

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Thu Jan 13, 2022 10:07 am
How does a Youtube Video of Some Dufus Starting a Model T get 40,000 Views?

Last post by Bob McDaniel « Thu Jan 13, 2022 12:50 am
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by CudaMan » Sun Jan 09, 2022 1:06 pm

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Most of the videos that I post on my Youtube channel have anywhere from a dozen to a few hundred views. I have never had a desire to monetize any of them. I see that once a video gets above a certain number of views, Youtube starts sticking ads in front of it whether it is monetized or not.

Today, I took a look at the list of my videos and...

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I have posted a few videos on YouTube over the years and some are watched and others are not. I am not a big producer so mine are not real professional but I like them and so do others. I have model T and other old car content from the 1909 touring to the story of the 32 year restoration of my 1925 Indiana Truck. I don't want ads and don't have...

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Last post by Bob McDaniel
Thu Jan 13, 2022 12:50 am
Generator regulator/cutout Question

Last post by Ron Patterson « Wed Jan 12, 2022 6:54 pm
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by Tadpole » Wed Jan 12, 2022 5:09 pm

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I lost charge today and decided to pull the cap off the cutout, I am by no means a mechanic but what exactly am I working with here? It doesn’t look like any of the cutouts or regulators I am familiar with.

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Michael
Your photo is of a NuRex brand diode cutout conversion.
Ron Patterson

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Wed Jan 12, 2022 6:54 pm
photo post trial

Last post by Allan « Wed Jan 12, 2022 5:34 pm
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by Allan » Sun Jan 09, 2022 5:17 am

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That's the ones Nathan. After Olympic stopped production, tyres with that tread surfaced in USA branded LUCAS. I presume that's where the moulds went. I do not know how well they lasted. Later, the Lucas brand was deleted and the moulded brand area was left blank.
Perhaps Lucas could enlighten us further. If only they would make tyres to the same...

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Last post by Allan
Wed Jan 12, 2022 5:34 pm
Propane conversion/ ethanol free gas drift

Last post by Bryant « Wed Jan 12, 2022 4:53 pm
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by Bryant » Sun Jan 09, 2022 5:49 pm

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Has anyone tried it?
Does anyone have pics/documents on it?
I tried searching the forums. Seems vague.
This is simply curiosity on a subject I find interesting. The ethanol free topic is up for conversion also. Drift away

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D62D5A72-C9E2-48B3-9B6E-4C9C49162BE7.jpeg 40A684FC-C302-4687-B6A6-A9B895CAB82E.jpeg AE664E19-5D45-47FC-BD56-013F4275B60F.jpeg I have no idea how close this carb is but what a sweet little set up! Zenith 101. Says it’s for 20hp twin kohler. Built in regulator.

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Last post by Bryant
Wed Jan 12, 2022 4:53 pm
OT - Better quality rattle can paint?

Last post by TWrenn « Wed Jan 12, 2022 1:45 pm
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by mgarrett » Wed Jan 05, 2022 8:50 pm

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What seems to be the best quality rattle can paint on the market? I've been using the pro grade Rustoleum with fairly good results, but wondered if there is something better out there.

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Okay. Thanks for the update! Lord knows where my trigger is!! :lol: :roll:

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Last post by TWrenn
Wed Jan 12, 2022 1:45 pm
26-27 Roadster Bows

Last post by GG Gregory « Wed Jan 12, 2022 1:01 pm
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by GG Gregory » Tue Jan 11, 2022 8:50 pm

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I’m finely getting around to replacing the wooden bows on my 27 Roadster. Looking back through the Forum I’m getting 3 different measurements. Any idea which is correct? I bought the top kit so maybe there’s enough material to make the up difference if go for either the long or short bow measurements ?????

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Thanks Dan. Yes I understand that 2 1/2” slides inside the Iron itself, just wasn’t clear on the exposed part of the Bow.

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Last post by GG Gregory
Wed Jan 12, 2022 1:01 pm
RV Anderson

Last post by tman12 « Wed Jan 12, 2022 12:00 pm

by tman12 » Wed Jan 12, 2022 12:00 pm

I was totally shocked to hear of RV Passing! He was a Great Friend for many years & helped me out many times! What A Talented T Guy! He Will Be Missed In Our Great Hobby! RIP - John

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Wed Jan 12, 2022 12:00 pm
Trying to contact Steve Tomaso

Last post by RajoRacer « Wed Jan 12, 2022 10:11 am
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by RGould1910 » Wed Jan 12, 2022 9:49 am

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I can't pull up your email address from your personal info on this website. Please email me at rgould1910 at comcast.net.
Thanks
Richard

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Contact headed your way.

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Last post by RajoRacer
Wed Jan 12, 2022 10:11 am
Pinion Gears

Last post by oliverguy « Wed Jan 12, 2022 9:35 am
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by oliverguy » Sat Jan 08, 2022 9:03 pm

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I'm trying to find a 13 tooth pinion gear for a Ruckstell rebuild. All the vendors seem to be running out of pinion gears. Does anybody know the story about what's going on with this? I was ok when the shortages were just about TP, but not this!

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Thank you everyone for the responses! A pinion gear has been located.

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Last post by oliverguy
Wed Jan 12, 2022 9:35 am
Eifel cars made by Ford.

Last post by Kaiser « Wed Jan 12, 2022 7:13 am
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by Sarikatime » Tue Jan 11, 2022 4:05 pm

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A friend of mine came upon a Eifel motor and transmission that was made by Ford in Germany in the late 30’s. Anyone here know anything about this Eifel motor, or is there anyone that can put some sort of price tag on it?
Any and all information would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you,
Frank Seress
818-254-6797

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In Europese countries cars were and are taxed by the governments through some or other way of calculation which involves the horsepower or the engine capacity.
So there has been a tendency for lighter cars with smaller engines or reducing the output, while in the U.S. there was a trend towards ever bigger engines (There's no substitute for cubic...

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Last post by Kaiser
Wed Jan 12, 2022 7:13 am
Speedster - "Fronty Pete"'s Old Article on Evolution of Fronty and RAJOs

Last post by Chris Barker « Wed Jan 12, 2022 7:06 am
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by Southfork Creek » Tue Jan 11, 2022 2:29 pm

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In light of the recent What is it post trying to ID that head/engine, I thought you speedsters might like to review the article Pete Schumach wrote years ago; it still has a lot of good info in it:

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One for the Forum Library perhaps?

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Last post by Chris Barker
Wed Jan 12, 2022 7:06 am
Head Lamp Rim Removal Tool

Last post by Steve Jelf « Tue Jan 11, 2022 10:17 pm
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by BLB27 » Sun Jan 09, 2022 4:49 pm

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How well does the head lamp removal tool (that is listed in Snyder's and Lang's catalogs) work.

I do note that one has a T-6575-T number and the other lists it as 1243. There is a significant difference in price. I wonder whether they are the same tool.

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Before reassembly, add candle wax.

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Last post by Steve Jelf
Tue Jan 11, 2022 10:17 pm
Zenith carburetor float cover

Last post by Dropacent « Tue Jan 11, 2022 8:31 pm
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by KWTownsend » Tue Jan 11, 2022 4:52 pm

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I have a Zenith 04 carburetor for my wife's speedster that is missing the needle valve cap for the float.
Here is an image of one that has the part I am missing:

zenith-carburetor-o4-model-t-ford-46_LI arrow.jpg

If anyone has some dimensions to share, I could fabricate one.

Thanks,

Keith

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Yes, 5/16x24. I can still send a sketch, I didn’t look close at my tap in my hand.

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Tue Jan 11, 2022 8:31 pm
100 year old Model T Coupes in 2022

Last post by catbol « Tue Jan 11, 2022 7:40 pm
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by Been Here Before » Fri Jun 25, 2021 1:21 pm

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This month next year my Coupe will be 100 years old.

In years past (2016) I tried to establish a record or list of 1922 Model T Coupes that were still extant and held by members of the forum.

At the time I posted this: (

Thursday, March 17, 2016 - 10:23 am:

From the data available, the Coupe body was manufactured for Ford by Walter O Briggs...

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Engine 6534179
Body B?83186
12 September 1922

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Tue Jan 11, 2022 7:40 pm
Unknown parts

Last post by johnernst « Tue Jan 11, 2022 4:23 pm
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by johnernst » Mon Jan 10, 2022 7:07 am

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IMG_4906.jpeg IMG_4907.jpeg

Im posting pics of some parts I received when i bought my !922 Canadian Model T. I havent been able to figure out what these are for and whether they are worth keeping. Maybe you might recognize some of these. TIA
John

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Thanks for the replies. That sends me in the right direction.
J

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Tue Jan 11, 2022 4:23 pm
26-27 Tudor window crank repair

Last post by jab35 « Tue Jan 11, 2022 10:58 am
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by NY John T » Mon Jan 03, 2022 7:22 pm

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Hi all,
Has anybody tried to repair the broken window crank shaft on the 26-27 Tudor? I need to fix driver's side rear crank and passenger side front crank. I got a repair kit from Langs and I've been looking on line and haven't found anything on how to redo it. Thanks,
John

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John: I think that's odd too. I asked Lang's and they said the roller is fixed to the arm, not a roller really. I wonder if anyone ever modified one to roll and if so, how that worked out. jb

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Tue Jan 11, 2022 10:58 am
Looking for install manual for Rocky Mountains on '23T

Last post by Original Smith « Tue Jan 11, 2022 10:30 am
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by mrjaffe » Mon Jan 10, 2022 1:28 pm

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I am working on the chassis of my newly acquired '23 Model T and want to tidy up my emergency and Rocky Mountain brakes. I'm not sure the control rods to each are in the right orientation and I'd like to find any reference materials that would help me see how they SHOULD be installed.

Thanks in advance,

Mike

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There are real Rocky Mountains, and there are the modern substitute. I'm sure you want the modern replacement?

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Last post by Original Smith
Tue Jan 11, 2022 10:30 am
Buckeye voltage regulator

Last post by J1MGOLDEN « Tue Jan 11, 2022 10:28 am
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by Tlitwin » Fri Jan 07, 2022 2:31 pm

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I know it does not look like the original ones but has anyone used this? They are very reasonable.

You have to scroll to the bottom of the page.
Tom

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Buckeye is one of the few places to buy that regulator farther down the page, as it is only used on early 6 Volt alternators.

They are easily destroyed by a battery charger.

Langs did have them a few years ago and may still have some.

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Last post by J1MGOLDEN
Tue Jan 11, 2022 10:28 am
Speedster lowering kit.

Last post by henryford2 « Tue Jan 11, 2022 6:47 am
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by AndreFordT » Mon Jan 10, 2022 9:57 am

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Yesterday I get home with a new speedster project.
The frame have a lowering kit on it.
Do any one know more about this kit?

Thanks
Andre
Belgium

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First time seeing these for me as well, great looking brackets. Many were homemade, may have been an expensive alternative back then and not popular, thus the rarity?

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Last post by henryford2
Tue Jan 11, 2022 6:47 am
Wanted Sromberg OF float valve cap

Last post by Duey_C « Tue Jan 11, 2022 12:12 am
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by Tmooreheadf » Sun Jan 09, 2022 12:29 pm

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I need a float valve cap for a Stromberg OF carb. Does anyone have a cap they’d be willing to sell? Or is there a substitute replacement for that cap?
Thank you
Tom

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May I ask. What are the thread sizes for the OF float valve caps?
Are the caps one or two hole cross-drilled for bowl venting?
I'm a Stromberg M user so I ask.

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Tue Jan 11, 2022 12:12 am
Gas tank restoration kit

Last post by Allan « Mon Jan 10, 2022 7:44 pm
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by Jlenon » Sat Jan 08, 2022 10:30 am

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Has anybody had any luck with the gas tank restoration kit from Lang's? It's full of rust and if it wasn't a 26 I'd probably just buy a new tank, but seeing as how they don't make them and I don't live anywhere close to a radiator shop that could do it I'm just going to have to do it myself. I haven't bought the kit yet, I just figured I should...

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There are three dimensional pressings involved in forming the body of the 26-7 tanks which would demand suitable dies and press to manufacture them.{read capital investment}
The round and oval tanks can be rolled up using existing equipment in any good sheetmetal workshop.

Allan from down under.

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Last post by Allan
Mon Jan 10, 2022 7:44 pm
OHC engine identification

Last post by Tim Moore « Mon Jan 10, 2022 7:04 pm
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by Jim Eubanks » Sun Jan 09, 2022 10:35 am

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Not sure if this pic will show up. Would like to identify this OHC engine as to what set up it is.

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Frontenac SR head with the left side spark plugs not installed and plugged off. The push rod holes for rocker arm style are also plugged (not necessary). Extra head bolt holes drilled on left under spark plug location. I don't like that they drilled the head on the left for water circulation. That plate on the back can't be for water as it goes...

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Last post by Tim Moore
Mon Jan 10, 2022 7:04 pm
Speedometer speed drum decal

Last post by mbowen « Mon Jan 10, 2022 4:05 pm
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by Corey Walker » Sun Jan 09, 2022 11:59 am

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I’ve got this Stewart model C speedometer that works fine but the numbers are rust stained. The number decal also is starting to peel off.
It looks like there would be some type of computer program that I could take a picture and somehow restore it and print it out or recreate it and print it out. Then I could affix it to the drum. The problem is...

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I’ve used the “Paint” application on my windows desktop to create and print replica decals for my airplane. It has an option to use an inch scale with 0.01” resolution, and prints out very accurately. I don’t have the number offhand, but Avery makes a decal paper for inkjet printers that has a clear adhesive overlay to protect the printing.

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Last post by mbowen
Mon Jan 10, 2022 4:05 pm
Lubricating Springs

Last post by jiminbartow « Mon Jan 10, 2022 2:17 pm
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by BLB27 » Fri Jan 07, 2022 10:06 pm

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There is an article in MTFCI's Technical Information section regarding lubricating springs. I will repeat some of it.

Experience over many years of searching for a good method of lubricating the springs produced one that is very good and easy to apply. Use a can of 3-in-one oil. Start as close as possible to the cross members, squirt the oil on...

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When beveling the bottom ends of each leaf as Norman suggested, be sure to sand as smooth as possible, any file or rough grinding marks, as the file or grinder marks are sharp and can saw into the lower leafs as the spring flexes, just like the teeth of a saw. Jim Patrick

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Last post by jiminbartow
Mon Jan 10, 2022 2:17 pm
Old School with Sioux

Last post by Mark Nunn « Mon Jan 10, 2022 1:07 pm
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by Henry K. Lee » Sat Jan 08, 2022 5:56 am

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Sometimes old is better in my opinion as the quality in hardness, interchangeability, and self sharpening is unmatched. Been collecting parts for some years for my new up and coming interest...., hyper balanced engines. Everything starts from the inside out. Valve precision is a key factor with porting. Love to see an engine run with a glass of...

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Thread drift, for certain... I find high-quality and lower-priced wrenches and sockets at Tractor Supply. If a farmer breaks down during planting or harvesting, he can't afford to have cheap tools. If he does, he's out of business.

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Last post by Mark Nunn
Mon Jan 10, 2022 1:07 pm
So has anyone on the forum fueled their T on Alcohol

Last post by TXGOAT2 « Mon Jan 10, 2022 9:54 am
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by JTT3 » Sat Jan 08, 2022 11:04 pm

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I have read a lot of the disinformation about Henry Ford building the T to run on multi fuels. Being able to run on different fuels is different than specifically building an engine to run on different fuels. I do know the ford tractor could be run on kerosene once the engine was started on gas and warmed up.
The real question is can a stock T...

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Alcohol has many disdvantages for use as a motor fuel compared with gasoline. If you are paying full price for ethanol, it's not cheap, either. In the US, assorted $ubsidies obscure and shift the true cost of ethanol as motor fuel. In Brazil, where sugar cane grows in abundance all year long, ethanol may have some practical advantages among its...

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Mon Jan 10, 2022 9:54 am
Model T Post Cards 5th edition

Last post by old_charley « Sun Jan 09, 2022 10:59 pm

by old_charley » Sun Jan 09, 2022 10:59 pm

T Card 17.jpg T Card 18.jpg T Card 19.jpg T Card 20.jpg

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Sun Jan 09, 2022 10:59 pm
Need for a dedicated Speedster Forum ?

Last post by oliverguy « Sun Jan 09, 2022 8:51 pm
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by TRDxB2 » Fri Jan 07, 2022 11:41 am

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Hoping not to offend anyone's point of view but it appears that Speedster interest has a place in the Forum. Giving proper direction on what one should start with versus what should be left intact as a Model T should be important to all of us.
--
Racing has always been a part of Ford's Legacy and the popularity of Model T's during their era was...

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maybe off topic, but I find the Model T Facebook pages pretty poor. Posts are littered with personal opinion and a lot of the information in inaccurate. This forum has been around a long time & doing key word searches yields a lot of information.

Be careful about the multiple categories. The AACA forum did that and there is hardly any traffic on...

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Sun Jan 09, 2022 8:51 pm
Serial number lookup

Last post by TRDxB2 « Sun Jan 09, 2022 6:24 pm
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by Bobbbenner » Sun Jan 09, 2022 9:09 am

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Recently I bought a 22 touring car which Tom Pilz, George Reamy and I have been working on. Today we are going to finish with the valve ‘job’ we’ve been working on and hopefully soon we’ll hear the engine humming again!

I know this car was manufactured in early to mid April according to the serial number on the engine which I have added to this...

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Frank, if that question is for me, my comment was not meant to be derogatory. M..
....Oops! Forgot to answer your question - if you have an entirely correct 1919 car with a 1920 engine I would argue that it is a 1919 unless someone along the way had titled it differently. If I were to drop a later (or earlier) engine in my 1917 Touring I would...

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Last post by TRDxB2
Sun Jan 09, 2022 6:24 pm
Model T in Buster Keaton Blacksmith Video

Last post by Rich Eagle « Sun Jan 09, 2022 4:45 pm
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by Don D » Sat Nov 20, 2021 9:50 am

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The link below is provided for the entertainment of our members. The Model T appears just after 7 1/2 minutes into the video.

Enjoy,

Dom

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For what it's worth I found the Photoshop cut and paste I did for the above image.
Koilzz.jpg

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Last post by Rich Eagle
Sun Jan 09, 2022 4:45 pm
Happy new Year We closed our Business

Last post by Sparknwire « Sun Jan 09, 2022 4:43 pm
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by Sparknwire » Tue Jan 04, 2022 6:47 pm

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After 45 years of mfg antique automotive fasteners terminals and custom mfg we decided to close as of 1/01/2022 We will be liquidating all our tooling and machines Thank you for supporting us all these years.
Rj&L Automotive Fasteners

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All our tooling stamping dies, ejection molds, patterns and inventory will be available for sale until March 1,2022 After if is not sold they will be scrapped. Machines will be auctioned off.

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Last post by Sparknwire
Sun Jan 09, 2022 4:43 pm
T OHC identification

Last post by TRDxB2 « Sun Jan 09, 2022 12:59 pm
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by Jim Eubanks » Sun Jan 09, 2022 10:40 am

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T ohc c.jpg T ohc c.jpg

More pics. Anyone ID this type of setup.

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At $5,400 plus chassis does it matter what the beastly engine is? Dual Zeniths. Doubt if its a Frontenac SOHV, would expect a logo somewhere, pictures don't match either. A one off?

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Last post by TRDxB2
Sun Jan 09, 2022 12:59 pm
Travelers

Last post by Rich Eagle « Sun Jan 09, 2022 12:33 pm
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by Dollisdad » Sun Jan 09, 2022 12:22 pm

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#1 & #21 Utah 1916 brown and cream plate.

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Last post by Rich Eagle
Sun Jan 09, 2022 12:33 pm
Original coil capacitors test 1.5 to 3 micro-farads

Last post by Been Here Before « Sun Jan 09, 2022 10:56 am
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by Flivver » Fri Jan 07, 2022 8:47 pm

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I have acquired a number of old original coils. Most of their capacitors indicate 1.5 to 3 micro-Farads. I have checked the capacitor-tester in both the 1 to 3 and 0.4 to 0.5 micro-farad range. References indicate that the best replacement capacitors are 0.47 micro-farads. None of these old coils test in that range. Should I presume that all of...

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As an FYI

1. Model T Fords have bands. That stated, be very secure with protecting a capacitor. I understand that most bands with guitars start in a garage where a model T can be parked. Bands can upgrade to the quality caps used in Fender and Gibson guitars. Made of durable high grade polyester, and favorites for vintage restorations or new...

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Last post by Been Here Before
Sun Jan 09, 2022 10:56 am
T OHC identification

Last post by Jim Eubanks « Sun Jan 09, 2022 10:43 am

by Jim Eubanks » Sun Jan 09, 2022 10:43 am

t OHC b.jpg t OHC b.jpg

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Last post by Jim Eubanks
Sun Jan 09, 2022 10:43 am
Model T Construction Before the Assembly Line…

Last post by DanTreace « Sun Jan 09, 2022 10:09 am
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by MichaelPawelek » Sat Jan 01, 2022 5:42 pm

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Posted on another forum and very interesting. One I have not seen….

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A most authoritative source is the publication Ford Methods and The Ford Shops , 1914-1915 by Arnold and Faurote.

See Chapter V, starting on page 135.

You can read for free via Internet Archive, here is link (hope it works). If not just google: Ford Methods and The Ford Shops read for free

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Last post by DanTreace
Sun Jan 09, 2022 10:09 am
Snow Day!

Last post by JohnM « Sat Jan 08, 2022 9:30 pm
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by Retro54 » Fri Jan 07, 2022 12:33 pm

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Anyone else get their Ts out in the snow yet in 2022? I couldn't help myself but take a break from my remote desk to take a spin around the yard and get some shots. Let's see yours!

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You go Rich! Those pretty ones miss out on a lot of fun!

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Last post by JohnM
Sat Jan 08, 2022 9:30 pm
Pinion Gears

Last post by oliverguy « Sat Jan 08, 2022 9:02 pm

by oliverguy » Sat Jan 08, 2022 9:02 pm

I'm trying to find a 13 tooth pinion gear for a Ruckstell rebuild. All the vendors seem to be running out of pinion gears. Does anybody know the story about what's going on with this? I was ok when the shortages were just about TP, but not this!

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Last post by oliverguy
Sat Jan 08, 2022 9:02 pm
Pan Straightening Jig

Last post by Bryant « Sat Jan 08, 2022 8:34 pm
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by Dave Young » Thu Jan 06, 2022 9:54 am

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I’m looking to buy, borrow, or take some pans to a pan straightening jig near eastern Pa, Southern NJ or Delaware. Anybody know of one in my area? I bought that ‘24 Coupe that was involved in a crash, near Reading Pa, a few years ago. The frame is toast and I’m expecting that the pan also got tweaked in the accident.

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Thank you so much for those drawings, Bob! wonderful information

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Last post by Bryant
Sat Jan 08, 2022 8:34 pm
Oil seals for ball bearing rear axle

Last post by Art M « Sat Jan 08, 2022 5:06 pm
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by Reno Speedster » Tue Jan 04, 2022 10:59 am

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I am getting ready to start assembling the rear axle for my 26 speedster. I am using the inner ball bearing setup (replacing the Hyatt bearings) and the ball bearing safety hub that puts the weight of the car directly on the axle housing. I am wondering what seals I should be using (and where to put them) to keep differential oil out of the...

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I think that the roller bearings from synders will work. They require ay least .005 inch radial play. .010 inch would be better.

Art Mirtes

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Last post by Art M
Sat Jan 08, 2022 5:06 pm
Gas line felts

Last post by RajoRacer « Sat Jan 08, 2022 1:44 pm
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by George Mills » Sat Jan 08, 2022 8:34 am

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I’ve always installed these packing felts dry and alls been good.

I’m doing up one now and the overnight dribble leaks are driving me (and moreso the missus) nuts. So magic question…have I been doing these all wrong for decades and maybe they should be soaked? Maybe softened with Vaseline? Whatever?

(I know they make neoprene items, but I’d...

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Fels-Naptha is a period correct soap and oiling the felt just aids in compression - it's a seal - how will gas wash out the seal ?

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Last post by RajoRacer
Sat Jan 08, 2022 1:44 pm
Gas cap

Last post by Jerry VanOoteghem « Sat Jan 08, 2022 11:48 am
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by Kurt in NJ » Thu Jan 06, 2022 2:35 pm

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I have been working through systems hoping for drama free starting, took out gas tank to clean and re position-- the filler tank had rotated so the seat tin covered the filler cap 1/2 way, in looking closely the gas cap has no vent, what was used for vent ?

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It's brass, and yes English Ford, I remember now, had a 48 prefect with that cap.
I made a baffle, drilled both ears at angle into top, formed piece of copper roof flashing and soldered it in --- going to be good enough
I think in the 60s it was being sold as replacements, the coils have 1963 dates, I figured this car got a 60s type restoration,...

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Last post by Jerry VanOoteghem
Sat Jan 08, 2022 11:48 am
Hello Don Black

Last post by Scott Rosenthal « Sat Jan 08, 2022 10:52 am
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by Scott Rosenthal » Sun Jan 02, 2022 7:12 am

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Anybody heard from long time T guy Don of recent?
Regards,
Scott

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Thx Jim.
SR

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Last post by Scott Rosenthal
Sat Jan 08, 2022 10:52 am
Auction Alert Don Krull Collection

Last post by rondupree « Sat Jan 08, 2022 10:30 am

by rondupree » Sat Jan 08, 2022 10:30 am

Don's family has consigned his cars to Sullivan Auctioneers in Carthage, Illinois for dispersal. The auction is online only and will be happening in early February with inspection starting in late January.

This is a general auction announcement. Scroll down the page to see Don's cars.

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Sat Jan 08, 2022 10:30 am
BATTERY BOX LID -- ORIGINAL ?? -- WHAT YEARS USED ??

Last post by Allan « Fri Jan 07, 2022 11:32 pm
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by StevenS » Sat Jan 01, 2022 1:07 pm

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I have a battery box lid I picked up and by my research I think it is an original and never used. I need a second set of eyes on this to confirm it. The corners are folded around a bit and the hole where the battery cable goes through is folded over. ( Not just a cut hole ) I see no wear marks of the lid being put on and removed several times....

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While the tabs on the battery box lid will position the lid on the box, they do nothing to hold the battery down within the box. A wooden spacer will lift the battery to the correct height, but the battery still needs to be clamped down. Wooden spacers on top that keep the lid spaced just above the tabs on the side will allow the hold down clamps...

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Last post by Allan
Fri Jan 07, 2022 11:32 pm
Out and about

Last post by otrcman « Fri Jan 07, 2022 10:54 pm
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by Dollisdad » Wed Jan 05, 2022 6:15 pm

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My paternal grandparents and their 6 children made an epic cross-country trip from Ventura, CA to Paris, ARK in 1923, camping along the way. I had no photos from their trip, so this photo collection helps me to better visualize what it looked like. Thanks for the photos.

My family's trip was made in a 1921 Sheridan. The group consisted of the two...

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Last post by otrcman
Fri Jan 07, 2022 10:54 pm
later coils in 13 box

Last post by AndreFordT « Fri Jan 07, 2022 8:05 pm
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by RichJ » Tue Jan 04, 2022 7:01 pm

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I'd like to use the common coils in a original 13 wood coil box , I know others have done this upgrade ,
appreciate all input .

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And here the coilbox.

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Last post by AndreFordT
Fri Jan 07, 2022 8:05 pm
26-27 Coupe upper interior fabric?

Last post by ModelTWoods « Fri Jan 07, 2022 5:49 pm
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by AaronR » Wed Jan 05, 2022 1:35 pm

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Hey all,

It's been quite a while since I've posted... I'm working on finishing a restoration for a widow and am at the point of ordering an interior kit from Clastique. According to the books, the coupe should have gray with green pinstripe and gray upper/headliner fabric. I was caught off guard when Mike asked me which upper fabric I wanted to...

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I don't claim to be an expert, nor do I have an original unmolested original interior to photograph, but from my investigations, the striped gray cloth was only used on the seats; red stripe on maroon cars; green strip on green cars, and white stripe on gray cars. This is especially true on 1926 vehicles. In 1927, early production followed this...

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Last post by ModelTWoods
Fri Jan 07, 2022 5:49 pm
Ford Metalurgical Standards

Last post by George Mills « Fri Jan 07, 2022 5:44 pm
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by Ron Patterson » Wed Jan 05, 2022 4:10 pm

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Recently in a thread discussing magneto clamp screws the material these were made of.
I knew magnet clamp screws were NOT Bronze and pointed out the original Ford print for the part indicated they were made of what Ford
called S Brass . At the time I could not find my Henry Ford trade School listing of metalurgical make up of the various Ford...

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1). Thanks for the update Ron...

2). Sometimes the drawings contain post process info and instructions...

3). Other times you have to have the Ford post processes, which are in a chart somewhere written by Wandersee which I managed to stumble across many moon ago...I never figured out whether (say) Heat Treat W applied to all of a certain class...

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Last post by George Mills
Fri Jan 07, 2022 5:44 pm
Dog Driving Model T Video

Last post by Ned L « Fri Jan 07, 2022 4:54 pm
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by Don D » Mon Jan 03, 2022 7:40 am

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Don't Try this at Home!!

Who says this hobby isn't going to the dogs. :-)

Happy New Year,

Dom

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Very cute.

Gotta love a Golden Retriever! :D

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Last post by Ned L
Fri Jan 07, 2022 4:54 pm
Living in the city

Last post by varmint « Fri Jan 07, 2022 1:59 pm
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by Dollisdad » Fri Jan 07, 2022 2:07 am

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I'm sure there was no intentional comparison between Out and About and Living in the city but...
1) If you count the smiles, I dare to say that people are happier in rural vs urban areas.
2) the city has more stuff.
3) There's more dust/smog in the city.

Either way, I enjoyed both sets of photos immensely.

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Last post by varmint
Fri Jan 07, 2022 1:59 pm
fuel tank sediment bulbs

Last post by Bill Anziani « Fri Jan 07, 2022 7:27 am
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by Allan » Fri Jan 07, 2022 6:41 am

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I was looking through some other stuff today and found an all brass sediment bulb which has some obvious differences and one not-so obvious one.
There is no hex just under the thread where it screws into the tank. Witness marks on the bulb body show where a pipe wrench had been used to screw it in at one stage. Then, on the side outlet where there...

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I believe these were used in 1912 only

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Last post by Bill Anziani
Fri Jan 07, 2022 7:27 am
Model T Post Cards #4

Last post by Rich Eagle « Thu Jan 06, 2022 11:42 pm
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by old_charley » Thu Jan 06, 2022 8:43 pm

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T Card 13.jpg T Card 14.jpg T Card 15.jpg T Card 16.jpg

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Those are GREAT!!!
They're a little heavy on the Louse and cock-roach theme aren't they.
His art and ideas are a bit like Smitty the comic strip created in the early 1920s by Walter Berndt.
Smitty.jpg

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Last post by Rich Eagle
Thu Jan 06, 2022 11:42 pm
***Jno. W. Brown Model 16 Gas Head Light Assembly***

Last post by VowellArt « Thu Jan 06, 2022 10:01 pm

by VowellArt » Thu Jan 06, 2022 10:01 pm

Don't seem to find this model any earlier than 1913 and no later than 1914, that said I suppose that it could extend beyond 1914 if the purchaser didn't want electric lights (magneto or otherwise). Anyhoo, this lamp is characterized by the Hood , the Bezel , the Closure Thumb Screw and the Gas Inlet all being made of brass, the body of the lamp is...

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Thu Jan 06, 2022 10:01 pm
Stewart Speedometer Cable Help

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by Tbird » Thu Jan 06, 2022 9:42 pm

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I have a brass Stewart speedo cable that measures 62 3/4 from end to end including the ends. I'm looking to get a cable kit from Langs for the inside and was curious to know if the 5ft cable is the way to go or do I need the 6 ft? Do you have to do anything with the inside cable to get it together (end pieces)? Does the 5 ft mean its just the...

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Mike,
I believe it should be 48
Keith

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Thu Jan 06, 2022 9:46 pm
Model T Post Cards #3

Last post by old_charley « Thu Jan 06, 2022 8:09 pm
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by old_charley » Tue Jan 04, 2022 8:42 pm

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Here's the next batch of cards for you all. Of the cards that I have that were written on and mailed, only one makes any mention of Ford. I can't help but wonder what made the senders choose a Model T card.
T Card 9.jpg
T Card 10.jpg
T Card 11.jpg
T Card 12.jpg

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Peter, thanks for the card information. I have 11 of the Dutch cards and 11 of the 4 triangle cards, one of which is the Charlie Chaplin card. I guess from that I'm three cards shy of those. However, I have 14 of the Cobb X. Shinn cards and none are duplicates.

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Thu Jan 06, 2022 8:09 pm
Today in Ford History

Last post by Art M « Thu Jan 06, 2022 6:59 pm
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by paulmikeska » Wed Jan 05, 2022 4:14 pm

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On Jan. 5, 1914, Henry Ford raised the minimum wage for his factory workers to $5 per day.

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My childhood neighbor work at the Ford plant in Detroit prior to WW1. He joined the navy and never returned to Ford after the war. He said it just wasn't worth it. The navy trained him in electrical engineering at Harvard and he worked in that field for a while.

Art Mirtes

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Thu Jan 06, 2022 6:59 pm
Recharging magnets out of the engine

Last post by J1MGOLDEN « Thu Jan 06, 2022 1:50 pm
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by Dave Young » Sat Jan 01, 2022 10:52 am

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I’ve got the flywheel off of the engine that I’m currently redoing. The mag worked fine in this car before pulling the engine out, but I want to give the magnets a boost while it’s all apart. I don’t want to remove the magnets from the flywheel and have seen, in the “TRANSMISSION” book, a photo of an assembled flywheel sitting on a metal grease...

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An earlier version of the MTFCA book on The Model T Ford Electrical Systems had a diagram and details on how to build a Magnet Charger and that one worked.

I had one, but lost, sold or gave it away.

I found the same details in an old Model T Club magazine, but I do not remember the club magazine or date.

There are two types, one charges the...

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Thu Jan 06, 2022 1:50 pm
Cleaning Metal Spokes….

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by MichaelPawelek » Wed Jan 05, 2022 8:10 pm

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As I get older cleaning metal spoked wheels gets a bit harder especially on the back side. The cone shaped brushes do ok but I wonder if anyone has found a better option. Maybe a soft fluffy mitt style on a short handle? What have you found the best and easiest to use?😊

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I put the cars on jack stands and use the power washer to clean the wheels and tires. Running in gear works great.

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Thu Jan 06, 2022 8:49 am
Steering Column markings

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by rickd » Thu Jan 06, 2022 8:32 am

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I'm restoring a 25 Touring steering column and found the initials CW stamped in the base of the column. Wondering what these might be and if anyone seen these before. Its a late July 25 Touring,

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Thu Jan 06, 2022 8:32 am
Can somebody tell me the FREQUENCY of magneto output?

Last post by Matt in California « Wed Jan 05, 2022 11:46 pm
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by rainer » Tue Dec 28, 2021 3:57 am

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I plan to make a little buzz-coil testing machine. It shall be something between an K.R.Wilson and a simple Amps meter . I want to see if a coil is doing multiple sparks or not.

Well, I don't want to build up a hand cranked magneto with all this magnets, windings, ..., this is wasting a lot of money because I have to buy that parts.

My idea is...

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I recall someone in past year? or two? or? posted their progress in developing a coil testing device that used a tuna can and rotating pointer to display the spark, basically a scaled down hcct pointer and brake drum. I think he used a cam operated switch to intermittently energize the coil and a small electric motor to drive the unit. For the...

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Wed Jan 05, 2022 11:46 pm
RPU Street Rod

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by Kuhner » Mon Jan 03, 2022 10:01 am

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I know we primarily focus on non-modified on this forum but I often have wondered if you could put a small 4 cylinder engine in a T and keep it stock looking. Appears this fellow did it.
For sale on this eBay link.

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I meant no disrespect to the forum or members ,I have been lucky enough to have been around model T's my whole life , I am 60 , My father had T's all my young Life .Learned to drive in fields with my Dads T's .
Would never be without an original car , fortunately I own more than one .

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Wed Jan 05, 2022 11:31 pm
Sales tax!!

Last post by Ron Mac « Wed Jan 05, 2022 5:52 pm
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by CTLeonard » Mon Jan 03, 2022 2:52 pm

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Facebook the other day told me after the first of the year I would have to give them my last 4-digits of my social security number for selling on there. After 499.00 in sales I would have to give my complete social security number. I don't believe I'm really into Facebook having my number. The sad fact though, I've been selling here for over a...

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With all the changes regarding doing business on the internet, I wonder if good, old fashion swap meets will start making a comeback?

I hope so!!!!!!!

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Last post by Ron Mac
Wed Jan 05, 2022 5:52 pm
Model T Post Cards #2

Last post by ModelTGal « Wed Jan 05, 2022 4:23 pm
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by old_charley » Sun Jan 02, 2022 10:35 pm

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T Card 5.jpg T Card 6.jpg T Card 7.jpg T Card 8.jpg

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According to this article, Cobb Shinn was hired by Ford to develop these postcards as a form of advertising!!

Interesting approach for sure!

Jennifer
aka ModelTGal

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Wed Jan 05, 2022 4:23 pm
remove the transmission

Last post by Norman Kling « Wed Jan 05, 2022 4:12 pm
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by andy2794 » Tue Jan 04, 2022 5:54 pm

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I have a 1916 Model T and I would need to remove the transmission so I can clean it, it will not go into natural when the hand brake is straight up. I have already replaced the bad transmission bands and adjusted them. I can find help on how to tear apart the transmission but cannot find anything on how to remove it. I have already removed the...

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In your case, you might get lucky. Put the hogs head back on and put the plug in and fill up with your 5/20 oil. Then jack up the rear wheels and start your car. Put chock blocks front and back of the front wheels. Then put the parking brake lever forward and with the engine running depress the low pedal then the brake pedal then the reverse...

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Wed Jan 05, 2022 4:12 pm
North of Rawlins, heading south.

Last post by Rich Eagle « Wed Jan 05, 2022 2:32 pm
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by Dollisdad » Sun Jan 02, 2022 6:47 pm

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If they had been driving through that part of Wyoming for a long time at Model T speed, maybe they just wanted a change of scenery.
I do love Wyoming.
Rich

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Wed Jan 05, 2022 2:32 pm
Gaskets vs silicone

Last post by TWrenn « Wed Jan 05, 2022 1:50 pm
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by Robert Bente » Tue Jan 04, 2022 10:23 pm

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It has been a while since I’ve posted here, but I can assure you that I always looked and read.
My question is: on a oil pan, should I use a gasket, or would permatex only suffice?
I am tired of making gaskets.
Robert Bente
Redding, Ca

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Upps...dummy me...I didn't read thoroughly enuf.. :roll: ..I was thinking head gaskets!! Pan gaskets should still be available. Sorry for my mistake!! Not wide awake when I read the thread I guess!

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Wed Jan 05, 2022 1:50 pm
Comfy are We in a Ford Model T

Last post by Oldav8tor « Wed Jan 05, 2022 11:33 am
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by Jugster » Thu Nov 25, 2021 12:28 am

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Comfy Are We in a Ford Model T.jpg
The Model T Ford is an ergonomic nightmare. At five feet, eleven inches, I'm of average height, but the driver's seat of my brass-accoutered pride & joy is mounted so far forward, I ride with my knees high, the steering wheel rubbing my thighs and all my weight on my tailbone. If only the front settee could...

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Duane,
Glad you got a laugh out of it....these days we need more laughter. I should add that the steel channel that surrounds the tack strip on the back of the seat was in bad shape so i replaced it with some aluminum channel I got at a hardware. I sprayed it with zinc chromate to reduce the chance of steel / aluminum corrosion. on The inside I...

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Wed Jan 05, 2022 11:33 am
TT Tuesday

Last post by Burger in Spokane « Wed Jan 05, 2022 12:07 am
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by Dollisdad » Tue Jan 04, 2022 9:52 am

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Took a pic of my TT in front of the Oakesdale Flour Mill this summer,
but can't seem to upload it.

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Wed Jan 05, 2022 12:07 am
Cheesy productions: headlight "repair"

Last post by Professor Fate « Tue Jan 04, 2022 11:08 pm
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by NY John T » Mon Jan 03, 2022 2:56 pm

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I have two poor condition headlight buckets. Both have lots of rust. One is like swiss cheese. So until I can replace them (Hershey?), I thought I'd do a repair just to get something working. Sorta like what they might have done waaay back in the day. I took the center piece out of one bucket and JB welded it to the other one. Not great looking,...

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Lang's... creep the basement. Treasure trove of stuff there.

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Tue Jan 04, 2022 11:08 pm
The bowery boys 14 touring

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by Sheri » Sun Jan 02, 2022 9:27 am

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Every time I see a bowery boys picture I wonder who ended up with their 1914 jalopy. I believe the series ended in 1955-56 and it seems unlikely that the car was not moved on to a collector. Does anyone in the LA area have knowledge of where the car went after the mid fifties. Seems like a pretty important car with all the on screen time it had.

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No, her car would have been a Hispano Suiza. But she may have had the model T in her tool box, to be sure that she wouldn't get stranded out somewhere.

Ed aka #4

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Tue Jan 04, 2022 4:23 pm
DEF thread on Off Topics page

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by Dan Hatch » Tue Jan 04, 2022 3:01 pm

I just put a thread about def on off topic. If you use def you may want to read it. Dan

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