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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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plastic coil box paint

Last post by Professor Fate « Fri Dec 10, 2021 6:41 pm
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by NY John T » Fri Dec 10, 2021 2:56 pm

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Hi All,
Just wondering about the new coil box rebuild kit with plastic wood. Does anybody have any good/bad experience with painting the outside black? I noted that carbon in paint would cause problems. Does anybody have a recommendation for what paint would work? What about acrylic?
Thanks,
John

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I used the rebuild kit from Lang's with great success on my '26. The plastic is black and you really can't tell it's not wood until you touch it.
Went together quickly <1hr. Well worth the $70. The old wood I removed was cracked badly..... an ignition problem in the making.

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Fri Dec 10, 2021 6:41 pm
FJ - Any Model T Owners In Tucson Arizona Willing To Give A New Owner Driving Lessons ?

Last post by FreighTer Jim « Fri Dec 10, 2021 6:26 pm
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by FreighTer Jim » Fri Dec 03, 2021 9:17 am

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The Family would certainly appreciate a seasoned owner
helping them out with showing them the ropes with
their new Model T ✅

FJ

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Many thanks to Joss who lives close to
Jared & his family 👍

Joss came out Wednesday afternoon to
meet me as I unloaded - the plan was
to give driving lessons to Jared - but as
sometimes happens - the Model T didn’t
want to start 🤷‍♂️

Thanks to Rudy Nelson - my diesel mechanic
and my friend - in Winslow, AZ - for getting
the Model T running...

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Last post by FreighTer Jim
Fri Dec 10, 2021 6:26 pm
oil spitting from block gasket

Last post by Craig Leach « Fri Dec 10, 2021 4:47 pm
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by NY John T » Wed Dec 08, 2021 11:38 am

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Hi all,
I have gotten the T running (and driving a little) and noticed that it left a trail of oil everywhere. It seems like it's coming from the gasket between the block and pan toward the left rear. I think that a section of cork gasket may have opened up at this spot. Is there any kind of fix for this short of pulling the engine and separating...

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What's on second.
Craig.

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Last post by Craig Leach
Fri Dec 10, 2021 4:47 pm
Sediment bowl broken off in my '26 gas tank

Last post by Craig Leach « Fri Dec 10, 2021 4:12 pm
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by Bruce Compton » Tue Dec 07, 2021 6:20 pm

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Not that I needed another project but........now I have one. The sediment bowl on my '26 coupe never really shut off properly so having a nice tight original replacement I decided to do the simple replacement today.......NOT . With a proper sized pipe wrench and some effort, I broke the bowl off the tank fitting flush with the fitting and now need...

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This has a happy ending. Just a couple of notes on some of the thoughts on this. As far as drilling out the fitting slow turning pneumatic drills are a option. Almost all penitrating oils are flamable. Exhaust is a scarey prospect, the fist gas tank exposion I witnessed was using exhaust. Make sure the engine is warmed up & the choke is off, there...

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Last post by Craig Leach
Fri Dec 10, 2021 4:12 pm
Multi lift Junior

Last post by Craig Leach « Fri Dec 10, 2021 3:06 pm
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by Khill0105 » Tue Mar 09, 2021 9:09 pm

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Looking for pictures of the multi lift junior. I’ve searched the forum and have read several posts on the subject but no pictures. If anyone has a set or pictures could you please post them. If you have a set could you please post a picture with a ruler in the picture also.
Thanks everyone Kyle

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I have also heard mention of a device to hold the framework centered in place over the tappet bosses.
Craig

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Last post by Craig Leach
Fri Dec 10, 2021 3:06 pm
Any issues mounting 26/27 roadster body on 20 frame?

Last post by TXGOAT2 « Fri Dec 10, 2021 11:12 am
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by signsup » Sat Dec 04, 2021 9:27 am

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Thought I was headed down the speedster route, but commander has issued new marching orders. I've got an opportunity of a complete 26/27 roadster body and all sheet metal, radiator, cowl, headlights, etc., but have 1920 rolling chassis that is a family project and needs to get used. I can deal with minor issues like running board brackets, splash...

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I believe you'd wind up going to a great deal of trouble and some expense to wind up with a modded-up body and chassis. I'd use the '20-ish body and the chassis you have. Since you've built a wood body, I'd think you'd be equipped and able to deal with re-wooding the 20-ish roadster body. With all that said, it seems to have become a trueism that...

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Fri Dec 10, 2021 11:12 am
Miller

Last post by Ralph F « Fri Dec 10, 2021 10:32 am

by Ralph F » Fri Dec 10, 2021 10:32 am

Any news on how the new Miller cylinder head is coming along?
Fitz

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Last post by Ralph F
Fri Dec 10, 2021 10:32 am
Warford New VS Original

Last post by Henry K. Lee « Fri Dec 10, 2021 6:09 am
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by got10carz » Thu Dec 09, 2021 12:23 pm

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Has anyone driven both a original Warford, and a modern one. I wonder about shifting, and getting stuck in neutral with a original type. I know the shift throw is longer, and original type are louder. I have a modern type in my speedster and love it. I also have several original aluminum original ones. How disappointed will I be with the original,...

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That makes you more than special Steve! LOL

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Last post by Henry K. Lee
Fri Dec 10, 2021 6:09 am
Hand crank build.

Last post by Petrah Phyre « Fri Dec 10, 2021 12:10 am
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by Petrah Phyre » Thu Dec 09, 2021 10:45 pm

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My speedster has the front axle mounted in front of the radiator. This necessitates a longer crank. I fabed one up, but have a couple of questions.

How far back from the ratchet end is the spring pin hole drilled?

Is there just a pin to hold the spring in place, or a pin and washer?

I can't seem to find any pictures.

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Thank you for the pictures. This clear things up well.

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Last post by Petrah Phyre
Fri Dec 10, 2021 12:10 am
What's The Latest On The New MILLER Head?

Last post by ModelTWoods « Thu Dec 09, 2021 8:44 pm

by ModelTWoods » Thu Dec 09, 2021 8:44 pm

What's the latest on the new Miller head? the last time Tom posted, it was ready for testing.

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Thu Dec 09, 2021 8:44 pm
When did Ford Canada start casting blocks

Last post by George House « Thu Dec 09, 2021 7:08 pm
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by nsbrassnut » Wed Dec 08, 2021 7:18 pm

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Hi All

I think this has been discussed before, but here is a possible new bit to review.

I think most records consider 1919 as the start of regular Made in Canada engine blocks. But there I have seen or heard of a few late 1918 dated blocks.

Well here is one that may be one of the earliest Made in Canada blocks. Is a non-starter T block,...

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Then I wonder why a south Texas acquaintance always overheated after half hour of driving with a non reinforced long rubber inlet pipe ? Then, when we replaced that long rubber tube with a pipe from one of the vendors, the overheating discontinued. Difference in earth’s hemisphere ? 😜

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Last post by George House
Thu Dec 09, 2021 7:08 pm
Has anyone used this shop to rebuild a Model T motor

Last post by It's Bill « Thu Dec 09, 2021 5:12 pm
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by Unprr » Wed Dec 08, 2021 10:06 pm

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I’m in the market, to have my 27 Model T motor rebuilt/ refreshed. Has anyone used Means Garage
In Dunnegan, Missouri.
I have heard positive things, about his work.

George

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Joe Bell does a great job. Cheers Bill

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Last post by It's Bill
Thu Dec 09, 2021 5:12 pm
Back rest wood

Last post by Humblej « Thu Dec 09, 2021 5:07 pm
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by Jim-B » Wed Dec 08, 2021 6:22 pm

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Hello folks:
I was wondering what kind of wood you guise use or recommend to go around the seat backrest of a 1926/27 roadster
where the upholstery and roof material attach?
Thanks for your insight on this matter.
jim

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Jim, I dont see the average bear steam bending hardwood on a compound curve. I have not made roadster trim strips, but I do a lot of woodworking. I would consider making a stiff paper template using the roadster body to determine the shape. I would transfer the pattern onto thin strips of hardwood about 3/32 thick and glue up the strips using the...

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Last post by Humblej
Thu Dec 09, 2021 5:07 pm
Fords around town

Last post by Rich Eagle « Thu Dec 09, 2021 4:48 pm
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by Dollisdad » Thu Dec 09, 2021 3:27 pm

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That's just how it ought to be!
Beautiful photos.
Thanks
Rich

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Last post by Rich Eagle
Thu Dec 09, 2021 4:48 pm
Should There be a Cutter Key Here?

Last post by speedytinc « Thu Dec 09, 2021 3:46 pm
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by BLB27 » Mon Dec 06, 2021 8:41 pm

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Photos of my 1927 coupe front axle are attached. Should there be a cutter key on this nut?

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Thanks for posting this cotter pin use chart.
I find even this trivia level of info very interesting & helpful to my T knowledge base.
Thats appreciation to any & all posting this sort of enlightening information.

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Last post by speedytinc
Thu Dec 09, 2021 3:46 pm
Door kick panels

Last post by Original Smith « Thu Dec 09, 2021 11:55 am
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by Bobbbenner » Wed Dec 08, 2021 3:14 pm

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What are the plain uncovered cardboard panels on a touring 22, finished with? Paint? Some coating? What did you use?

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I wish the trim for the door latches had more to bend over! There really isn't enough to do the job.

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Last post by Original Smith
Thu Dec 09, 2021 11:55 am
Coil Box on 1927 Coupe

Last post by John.Zibell « Thu Dec 09, 2021 11:18 am
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by BLB27 » Fri Nov 05, 2021 6:16 pm

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Do I need to replace the wood and hardware in my coil box?

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Who supplies John Regan's plastic coil box parts?
John's Fun Projects company was bought by the folks at Birdhaven. I've heard they've had trouble keeping his products in stock and have discontinued some, along with the website. I don't know the status of the coil box kit.

I do know that original bolts and contacts are superior to the...

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Last post by John.Zibell
Thu Dec 09, 2021 11:18 am
Replacing brake quadrant on '23 Touring...

Last post by mrjaffe « Thu Dec 09, 2021 9:30 am
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by mrjaffe » Tue Dec 07, 2021 9:37 pm

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I am brand new to Model T's but very old to mechanic'ing. One of my first projects on my T is to overhaul the hand brake assembly which is completely worn out. I've ordered a new pawl and brake quadrant along with the rivets for all of it.

I'd love to hear from someone who's undertaken this to get their wisdom on how to go about it. I've done...

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Many thanks Scott, Steve and Dan. I greatly appreciate your quick responses. I'm tempted to go with bolts initially and replace them with the rivets when I get more time to disassemble the body parts blocking my path.

Thanks you all for your willingness to share.

Mike

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Last post by mrjaffe
Thu Dec 09, 2021 9:30 am
Removing windshield glass

Last post by scrawford « Wed Dec 08, 2021 10:45 pm
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by scrawford » Mon Dec 06, 2021 10:59 pm

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How does one remove windshield glass to replace with laminated—without breaking it? I have a ‘25 pickup.

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Thanks for the tips! Stan

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Last post by scrawford
Wed Dec 08, 2021 10:45 pm
Where’s the car?…………………. I rolled it.

Last post by Jerry VanOoteghem « Wed Dec 08, 2021 9:06 pm
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by Dollisdad » Tue Dec 07, 2021 8:59 pm

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Think that machine is an early RollOverland.

Love it!!! :lol:

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Last post by Jerry VanOoteghem
Wed Dec 08, 2021 9:06 pm
Wire wheel hubcap identification

Last post by WillsT « Wed Dec 08, 2021 9:04 pm
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by WillsT » Fri Dec 03, 2021 10:32 pm

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Newbie here..
Lost one of my rear hubcaps on my 1915 T, but can’t find an replicate on our vendors websites
Can you help identify which wheel manufacturer I have so I can try to order one or find someone’s spare

Thanks much

Will Snyders
Penn Valley, Ca

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Thank you gents for all of the feedback
I am inclined to believe the hubs are custom made and I will find someone with lathe etc to make me a new one
I will go ahead and start using locktite on all of my hubs as I also lost a much more complicated hub on my 28 Buick

Will Snyders
Penn Valley, Ca

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Last post by WillsT
Wed Dec 08, 2021 9:04 pm
Photos of Late Coupes

Last post by BLB27 « Wed Dec 08, 2021 7:34 pm
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by BLB27 » Tue Dec 07, 2021 2:57 pm

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I would like to see some photos of late coupes with various colors. Thanks.

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Thanks. Beautiful coupe!!

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Last post by BLB27
Wed Dec 08, 2021 7:34 pm
Yes.., I am just fine….

Last post by RustyFords « Wed Dec 08, 2021 1:20 pm
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by Henry K. Lee » Mon Dec 06, 2021 5:39 pm

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Really! Some have you have reached out concerned about me selling off so much stuff.., and cheap so to say. Really I am fine. Just readjusting my life as I age. Downsizing now not later when I cannot. The bride and I never had children so no one to carry our torch. Life is good.

We have other interest besides the Model T’s and we wish to focus...

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You're one of the good guys (of which there are many) Hank. Good to hear that you're stilling ginnin as we say in south Texas.

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Last post by RustyFords
Wed Dec 08, 2021 1:20 pm
As Seen On Craigslist

Last post by J Sundstrom « Wed Dec 08, 2021 12:32 pm

by J Sundstrom » Wed Dec 08, 2021 12:32 pm

For what it’s worth, saw these on Craigslist thought I’d pass along. Do not have anything to do with Sellers but looked interesting. Worth the ?? Could those actually be original 1910 running boards. That would require an inspection.

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Last post by J Sundstrom
Wed Dec 08, 2021 12:32 pm
Seldom seen Stevens tool product ..

Last post by Herb Iffrig « Wed Dec 08, 2021 6:58 am
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by dobro1956 » Sat Dec 04, 2021 8:45 pm

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I have been collecting Stevens tools and products for years. I have never seen anyone ever mention a seldom seen product line of theirs. The long box with lock washers I show in the pictures, is shown in their tool catalogs. The little cardboard cans with the tin lids I have never seen listed in any form. The five cans I have are sold as...

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I tried to do a forum search to see if I could find the post I had made about that little can of cotter keys. It didn't come up. Perhaps someone else can find it.

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Last post by Herb Iffrig
Wed Dec 08, 2021 6:58 am
Removing Coil Tar….

Last post by Chris Barker « Wed Dec 08, 2021 4:59 am
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by MichaelPawelek » Tue Dec 07, 2021 8:54 am

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Any tips or tricks to removing coil tar from around the capacitor? Working on a coil now where the tar chips out like saw dust. Pre-heat? Odd tool? More cussing?😊

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If it's an original coil with the Ford large capacitor and the glass, I find it easiest to ease the side of the case off - the side opposite the terminals. You're going to scrap the capacitor, so just ease a blade down the side and force the joints apart.
The old glue is weak; I've never broken the wood.
Then you can pull out the capacitor and...

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Last post by Chris Barker
Wed Dec 08, 2021 4:59 am
Model A part on T?

Last post by Mark Gregush « Wed Dec 08, 2021 1:53 am
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by Professor Fate » Tue Dec 07, 2021 8:08 pm

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Is it possible to put a glass model A sediment bowl on a '26 T?
What fabricating or adapters are needed??
Thanks

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It might work, but the inlet is straight thread for flared pipe, so you would have to do a fitting in between the sediment bowl and I think 1/2 NPT in the tank. Sorry forgot about that.

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Last post by Mark Gregush
Wed Dec 08, 2021 1:53 am
Tulare & Yosemite?

Last post by KWTownsend « Wed Dec 08, 2021 12:27 am
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by KWTownsend » Mon Dec 06, 2021 5:24 pm

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I was talking with someone a while back and he made mention of a Yosemite tour just before or after the Tulare Swap Meet in California April 22-23.
Does anybody have any information on the Yosemite tour?

: ^ )

Keith

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Thanks guys. Steven sent me information.
Keith

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Last post by KWTownsend
Wed Dec 08, 2021 12:27 am
coolant leakage at radiator hoses

Last post by Moxie26 « Tue Dec 07, 2021 10:28 pm
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by Moxie26 » Tue Dec 07, 2021 10:19 am

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I did get radiator hoses a few years ago, installed, and have had to add coolant. .... noticed coolant leakage at the hoses and have tightend
clamps, but didn't really solve the problem of leakage. Any suggestions ???? The hoses I bought from one of our suppliers have a hard shiny finished surface on the inside of the hose and I believe no matter...

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Thanks to everyone for their responses, appreciated !

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Last post by Moxie26
Tue Dec 07, 2021 10:28 pm
T Service near me?

Last post by michaelJT « Tue Dec 07, 2021 10:20 pm

by michaelJT » Tue Dec 07, 2021 10:20 pm

Hi folks-- Any shops or service providers near the Lehigh Valley or lower Poconos of PA to assist me in re-banding the tranny on our 23 TT . I am restoring an 1888 large house and and so don't get the time I'd like to get the TT on the road. 🙏 !!!

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Last post by michaelJT
Tue Dec 07, 2021 10:20 pm
A Small Block Weld

Last post by Allan « Tue Dec 07, 2021 8:56 pm
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by J1MGOLDEN » Tue Dec 07, 2021 1:25 pm

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What would be the best rod to use for welding a small crack in an engine block base?

Earlier I was told mild steel, but I forget the number.

Recently, I was told stainless steel.

Now a guy wants to use nickel that is a lot more expense.

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When I have welding jobs about which I am uncertain, I take the job to a pro, especially if cast iron and subsequent machining/drilling/tapping are required. It saves me stuffing it up and perhaps making it worse.

Allan from down under.

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Last post by Allan
Tue Dec 07, 2021 8:56 pm
High compression heads / high performance cams

Last post by Les Schubert « Tue Dec 07, 2021 8:15 pm
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by CraigBothwell » Sat Dec 04, 2021 1:07 pm

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I would like very much to talk to any one who is running a Prus high compression
head in combination with a Stipe cam.

Thanks,

Craig Bothwell
bothwell.craig@gmail.com

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Larry
The first production run of Prus heads were cast iron. I bought then and have one. No it’s not for sale!

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Last post by Les Schubert
Tue Dec 07, 2021 8:15 pm
Model T Heaven Auction

Last post by Dan Hatch « Tue Dec 07, 2021 5:15 pm
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by sweet23 » Tue Dec 07, 2021 10:41 am

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There are two videos on You Tube under the name Mr Goodpliers from the Model T Heaven auction. Viewer discretion is advised. The second video shows T parts loaded to go for scrap !

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Donnie is 100% correct about loading a large pile. There is nothing like getting in the loft of a barn in Mississippi in the middle of August (100 deg) to clean out a barn full of T parts.
After you get done you wonder why do I do stuff like this.

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Last post by Dan Hatch
Tue Dec 07, 2021 5:15 pm
Buttons on upholstery

Last post by Erik Johnson « Tue Dec 07, 2021 12:40 am
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by Bobbbenner » Sun Dec 05, 2021 10:27 am

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Last week I heard of a 22 Touring T that was languishing in a shed waiting to be enjoyed again. Within a week it now resides at our farm near a TT that is now being set up for an Electric Light Parade run locally next week. (More on that later)

We had warm weather yesterday so I pulled out the car from its shed, (It has not been started yet, the...

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I wouldn't use leather conditioner on 1922 Model T open car upholstery.

For one thing, it isn't actually leather.

Any goo, goop, salve or ointment you put on factory leatherette will just seep into the cotton backing.

My opinion is that cleaning the leatherette with a rag and soapy water should suffice.

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Last post by Erik Johnson
Tue Dec 07, 2021 12:40 am
Looking for a highres picture for my garage

Last post by Mark Nunn « Mon Dec 06, 2021 7:53 pm
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by rainer » Sat Dec 04, 2021 6:47 am

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Hello.

In my garage I have a wooden cover for my Internet stuff. It has a width of 870 mm (= 34 1/4 ) and height of 540 mm (= 21 1/4 ).

I would like to glue a poster on it, Black & white is also fine, but I could not find something in sufficiently high resolution for printing in this size.

Should fit to 1916-1920. Something like a Ford...

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MTFCA sells The Vintage Ford magazine cover art in flats that can be framed. You can send an email to

admin@mtfca.com

They have many beautiful cover photos available.

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Last post by Mark Nunn
Mon Dec 06, 2021 7:53 pm
Finally in NC - almost

Last post by Philip « Mon Dec 06, 2021 6:22 pm
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by NHUSA » Sun Dec 05, 2021 9:53 am

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We have finished the first part of our relocation from NH to NC.
We are somewhat settle in Raleigh (renting for awhile)

The Model T and A are still in NH waiting for us to build our new retirement home in Roxboro.
We would move the vehicles to NC but it is hard to find a place with 8 ft high doors for the 7 ft 2 inch tall T.
The 2 inches make a...

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We have a wide area of members I am likely the closest we try to have some
Tours in all member areas we to tech or help sessions in the cold months soon request.
If yo go ahead and fill out the stuff on the website you will start getting emails letting
You know what and where. We have a good group philip

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Last post by Philip
Mon Dec 06, 2021 6:22 pm
How much is 1917

Last post by Erik Johnson « Mon Dec 06, 2021 3:54 pm
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by Kurt in NJ » Fri Dec 03, 2021 9:56 am

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This is my first T, the engine has a April 1917 number, in looking at parts it seems 1917 is transitioning year, I am curious how correct it is ,mostly so that I can know enough to get parts that fit. It had no compression and turned over real stiff at first till I got oil worked into it ,when I drained the oil the piece of rivit was laying on the...

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What you show indicates a March 1917 body date and the other numbers would be the body serial number.

Note: the month and year are usually separated by a dot and then there is another dot followed by the body serial number. If you do see a dash, that most likely is a nick or gouge that occurred at later date.

In any event, because the body is...

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Last post by Erik Johnson
Mon Dec 06, 2021 3:54 pm
6 Volt LED headlamp bulbs

Last post by Luke « Mon Dec 06, 2021 3:53 pm
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by John E. Guitar » Fri Feb 01, 2019 6:02 pm

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I noticed the topic of LED headlamp bulbs has come up a few times.

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This is something that is available here in Australia. I purchased a pair last year but haven't fitted them yet. I'll post an update to this thread once I have. I expect beam adjustment (focus and tilt) will be more critical than it is with incandescent bulbs....

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How can a LED operate on AC without constant flickering?

John,

There's a long answer to this, but let's stick to the short one for now ... AC LED lamps will typically contain a rectifier, and may also contain a capacitor and driver. These things effectively change the AC to DC, allowing the LED to operate as you need.

With particular regard...

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Last post by Luke
Mon Dec 06, 2021 3:53 pm
Body bolts for 27 Touring

Last post by J1MGOLDEN « Mon Dec 06, 2021 2:13 pm
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by Brent Mize » Fri Dec 03, 2021 5:45 pm

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Hi guys,
My painter misplaced my body bolts for my 27 touring. :(
I’ve searched in vain and cannot determine what size they were.
I’ve used Bruce McCalley’s hardware list and but I still can’t seem to locate the size, thread pitch and nut size.
I been through all of the catalogs too. No luck. Perhaps I’m missing something somewhere. :roll:
Any...

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R V, a friend of mine exhausted all sources look for a set of body bolts for a 1916 Touring.

He will buy a set if you get some of those!

Keep me posted.

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Last post by J1MGOLDEN
Mon Dec 06, 2021 2:13 pm
What have you done with your T in November

Last post by Art M « Mon Dec 06, 2021 2:05 pm
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by joe.wal » Mon Nov 01, 2021 8:41 am

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Sent my T into Sleeping Beauty Mode to wait for spring for at least five month from now.

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Would ash wood work. It is very strong. Because of the ash bore wiping out the ash trees in Ohio, ash limber is cheaper than firewood. Baseball bats are made from ash, I've been led to believe.

Your project is another example of how people like to spend their time with the hobby. Some like to polish brass others like to tinker to see what...

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Last post by Art M
Mon Dec 06, 2021 2:05 pm
My 1910

Last post by Art M « Mon Dec 06, 2021 1:23 pm
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by ModelT46 » Sat Dec 04, 2021 1:07 pm

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Mark Cameron rebuilt the rear end and drive shaft for my 1910 Touring. A great job. We went the taper axle route as I have a set of 1910 rear hubs that are reworked to fit taper axles, but look original. I have a pair to straight axles and correct hubs, so that someday the T can be changed to straight axles if someone wants to do so. After 74...

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That is a very nice looking model t. You can be proud of that car.

Art Mirtes

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Mon Dec 06, 2021 1:23 pm
APCO ball cap tensioner

Last post by jab35 « Mon Dec 06, 2021 1:11 pm
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by jiminbartow » Sun Dec 05, 2021 12:28 pm

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I have several APCO ball cap tensioners I am selling on eBay. One of the ones I had is missing the nut. Does anyone know why APCO designed their ball cap tensioner with a left hand threaded bolt and nut? One of the ones I have is missing the nut and I am unable to find a replacement nut for it. If they had designed it for a right hand threaded...

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The choice of LH thread was likely to allow the adjustment to be 'tightened' by rotating the slotted screw to the right. McMaster has your back for sure: jb

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Mon Dec 06, 2021 1:11 pm
Monday matinee

Last post by perry kete « Mon Dec 06, 2021 12:28 pm
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by Dollisdad » Mon Dec 06, 2021 11:15 am

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Another great batch of photos.
I noticed that the cars in the snow have traction rope wrapped around the rear wheels

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Mon Dec 06, 2021 12:28 pm
Starter Switch for 1927 Coupe

Last post by NY John T « Mon Dec 06, 2021 12:27 pm
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by BLB27 » Sun Dec 05, 2021 8:18 pm

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Photos of my starter switch. Is there a way to determine if the switch works before I try it in the restored car? Should I take it apart to see how the inside stuff looks?

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I had gotten a frame and running gear which had sat outside for who knows how long. I took the starter switch off and soaked it in apple cider vinegar to de-rust it but it didn't work. I took it apart and the two contacts were dirty and worn. I smoothed them out and cleaned and repainted and lubricated it and it now works perfectly. The spring was...

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Mon Dec 06, 2021 12:27 pm
Carburetor/manifolds

Last post by Kevin Pharis « Mon Dec 06, 2021 11:21 am
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by Bryant » Wed Nov 24, 2021 2:32 pm

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So Iam wondering if anyone that has tried a model A carb and manifold set up? I was thinking about this option and wanted to see if there was any draw backs to it. Iam not worried about being a purist so I’d appreciate positive feedback 😁
This is the set up for carb and intake I was considering. Reading a little bit the T and A are...

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Most all four cylinder engines are now firing 1-3-4-2 or 1-4-3-2 to even out the manifold flow and balance the air fuel charge in the cylinders. ( this is one of the reasons Ed Windfields 2 up 2 down engine ran so well ) Short of making a cam to change this or reversing the flow ( 4 INTAKES & 2 EXHAUST ) Has anyone tried making a manifold to...

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Mon Dec 06, 2021 11:21 am
1911 top

Last post by Art Ebeling « Mon Dec 06, 2021 6:55 am
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by Dave S » Wed Dec 01, 2021 12:24 pm

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Does anyone have a picture of the straps that go on top of the top bows? Mike at Classtique made me a set and I would like to see how they go before I remove the deck. Thanks.

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Dave, My 1911 top seems too narrow at the front. It does not come down far enough across the sides of the front bow so it appears to go uphill from the rear bow. The top was a kit that came with the car, it was not made by Mike but by a very well known man who has since passed away. Mike said he would make a custom top deck but I am not sure what...

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Mon Dec 06, 2021 6:55 am
I NEED A MECHANIC---

Last post by Terry_007 « Sun Dec 05, 2021 9:34 pm
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by bobt » Sun Dec 05, 2021 6:08 am

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Are there any Model T mechanics in the Richmond Petersburg area? I need help with a runability problem with my 1926 T. I will pay you for your services. Thanks, bobt

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Yes, should be lots of help available there. It's a very active group in that part of the state. Hope to see you also at the Pre War Swap Meet in Luray coming up n the spring.
Terry

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Sun Dec 05, 2021 9:34 pm
Now That Is a Fender Brace!

Last post by DanTreace « Sun Dec 05, 2021 9:03 pm
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by MichaelPawelek » Sun Dec 05, 2021 7:26 pm

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No squeaks or rattles here!😊

Better pictures here. I have no connection to this auction…..

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And for bling you could get that style front fender brace nickel plated!

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Sun Dec 05, 2021 9:03 pm
How can I test my cutout?

Last post by Art M « Sun Dec 05, 2021 8:15 pm
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by NY John T » Wed Dec 01, 2021 5:57 pm

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Hi All,
At some point, when testing the timer (another topic for another time), I smelled wire burning and saw smoke coming from the generator cutout. I shut everything off and later took the cutout apart. I saw the winding wire which attaches to the outside yellow wire melted. Apparently the yellow wire connecting screw came in contact with the...

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And no, a cutout,system does not have to be in that case. It just has to be in the circuit.

Art Mirtes

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Sun Dec 05, 2021 8:15 pm
Model T Assmply Plant YouTube Videos

Last post by TRDxB2 « Sun Dec 05, 2021 5:19 pm
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by TRDxB2 » Sun Dec 05, 2021 2:42 pm

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For your viewing plreasure Some footage is the same across the video's but there are some interesting unique footage in most all of them.
Ford Factories at Mack Avenue, Piquette and Highland Park Plant
Ford Piquette Avenue Plant - Preserving a Historical Detroit Landmark
Piquette Orientation Video preview
Ford Piquette Plant Presentation
Ford...

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It would be great if someone with the proper skills could go through all that footage, and clean it up so it would be more clear. We could all learn a lot if we could see the details more clearly.

There footage on many of these links is repeated and many are crisp and clear. It almost looks like people have copied from one-another and made their...

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Sun Dec 05, 2021 5:19 pm
Pedals bent forward

Last post by Norman Kling « Sun Dec 05, 2021 3:43 pm
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by NY John T » Sat Dec 04, 2021 11:24 am

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Hi all,
My new 27 Tudor has only the floor boards up to the pedal cutouts. When I placed them on the frame, I noticed that the pedals are very far forward. Previous owner probably threw out the upper floorboards since they were being contacted by the pedals.
My question: Are the pedals bent forward due to years of use? What can be done to return...

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From what I can see in your picture, it appears to be ready to reline the bands, especially the low band. I can only see a bit of the brake and low drum, and they look OK, what I can see. Hard to check anything else from just looking at a picture.
Norm

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Sun Dec 05, 2021 3:43 pm
How can I tell if the paint on my T is original factory.

Last post by KimDobbins « Sun Dec 05, 2021 2:08 pm
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by Sarikatime » Fri Dec 03, 2021 6:43 pm

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My friend swears that his 21 model T has the original paint from the factory. He is in Europe and I am in Arizona but how can we settle the dispute. I did see the car and drove it last summer. I told him no model T that is 100 years old has such a good paint job left even from a well taken care of heated garaged kept car. He bought it from a...

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Original paint on 1910 touring.

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Last post by KimDobbins
Sun Dec 05, 2021 2:08 pm
My 1927 Model Coupe

Last post by BLB27 « Sun Dec 05, 2021 12:57 pm
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by BLB27 » Mon Feb 22, 2021 8:59 pm

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I am going share photos. I will start by showing the T in 1959 in North Dakota. It is a photo of my parents with the car at the time of the 75th anniversary of my home town, Forman. I purchased it from a farmer in 1954. I didn't do very much work on it at that time. I did have it repainted.

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John, Yes, I will change the needle, and there is a hole in the block and valve cover as shown in the photo. There already was a hole in the block, and the rebuilder put one in the valve cover.

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Sun Dec 05, 2021 12:57 pm
Saturday slide show

Last post by TRDxB2 « Sun Dec 05, 2021 12:50 pm
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by Dollisdad » Sat Dec 04, 2021 11:36 am

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A survivor - many renovations but note the overhand on the top of the roof, even the easement for the telephone pole
7202 Boston State Road
North Boston, NY 14110

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Sun Dec 05, 2021 12:50 pm
Magneto Heaven….

Last post by Henry K. Lee « Sun Dec 05, 2021 9:27 am
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by MichaelPawelek » Sat Dec 04, 2021 2:23 pm

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Last month I wrote it in that I heard a piece of metal hit the inside of the hog head on the 25 coupe. With everyone’s help here on the forum it was determined I had a loose magnet keeper. Now that everything is fixed and renewed I decided to add a new meter to the Coupe. Here are the results in high gear at 30 mph. Thanks again for all the help! 😊

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Now you can assist those electric car folks that may need some extra juice to get home!

Hank

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Last post by Henry K. Lee
Sun Dec 05, 2021 9:27 am
Missing story of 1919 Middle East expedition? And a T in Jeddah

Last post by Luke « Sat Dec 04, 2021 11:14 pm

by Luke » Sat Dec 04, 2021 11:14 pm

Recently I've been reading a little from a 1955 journal of a motor expedition that passed through Syria on the way from England to Singapore.

This was quite a feat, albeit made easier by the new Land Rover's utilised by the young men from Oxford and Cambridge. I was initially attracted to the storey because I've had a number of Land Rover's over...

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Last post by Luke
Sat Dec 04, 2021 11:14 pm
Tolerances Before Plastigage

Last post by Jerry VanOoteghem « Sat Dec 04, 2021 7:20 pm
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by mortier » Wed Dec 01, 2021 6:32 pm

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How did the old-timers set bearing tolerances before aids like Plastigage?

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Jerry, I did not add the timesaver step as the original question was about how the old timers did it. I do use time-saver as my final step of fitting just before step 7 .

One more trick I use when using time-saver is to wash out the bearing with carburetor cleaner during cleanup. I have cleaned the bearings very well with rags and washing in gas...

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Last post by Jerry VanOoteghem
Sat Dec 04, 2021 7:20 pm
piston clearance

Last post by J and M Machine « Sat Dec 04, 2021 6:10 pm
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by mel.k53 » Sat Dec 04, 2021 1:46 pm

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I just bought a set of pistons and it says 2 to 3 tho clearance, it seems tight to me ,what do you think for new pistons? MEL

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I just bought a set of pistons and it says 2 to 3 tho clearance, it seems tight to me ,what do you think for new pistons? MEL

It depends on condition of the block: We thermal clean the engines so they get the heat transfer. We set our cylinders to their recommended 3 thousandths clearance and have never had and issue.

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Sat Dec 04, 2021 6:10 pm
New Warfords

Last post by One390 « Sat Dec 04, 2021 5:57 pm
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by tom_strickling » Fri Nov 26, 2021 11:46 am

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Is there a New KC Warford transmission for TT trucks ??
Their website shows only one product being made. Will it work on cars and trucks both?

Thanks

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Give them a call. I have one in my TT but have not put a ton of miles on it. (pun intended) basically under, straight through and overdrive. Those guys are great. Racers too I think.

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Last post by One390
Sat Dec 04, 2021 5:57 pm
Early electric headlamp history, and modern LED's

Last post by Novice « Sat Dec 04, 2021 2:50 pm
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by Luke » Sun Nov 28, 2021 9:49 pm

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Headlamps, or at least electric headlamps and retro-fitting LED light sources appears to be a common topic on this forum. There can be quite a divergence of opinion around LED's particularly, and people often cite a number of different sources to support their view.

One of the issues regularly discussed results from the widely divergent designs...

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Steve. The ledlight.com wedge light works on a/c and dc from 6 to 30 volts. should work on a mag and maintain close to the same brightness at all engine speeds from idle to high speed. The headlights wiring must be changed to parallel instead of series. a better method is change to 6 or 12 volt led bulbs and use the mag for charging the small...

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Last post by Novice
Sat Dec 04, 2021 2:50 pm
Friday Flivers

Last post by ModelT46 « Sat Dec 04, 2021 12:46 pm
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by Dollisdad » Fri Dec 03, 2021 9:36 am

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The first photo is very interesting. It is a 1910 model chassis. The front hubs appear to be 5 1/2 inch size which were used 1909-1910 models. The radiator neck is the low one used 1909-10. The front fenders have a lip, which would lead one to say 1910 and not 1909 model. I enjoy viewing early photos of early chaisses.

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Sat Dec 04, 2021 12:46 pm
Due to the talk with the Doc, it looks like Bob's Antique Auto Parts will be liquidating

Last post by FATMAN « Sat Dec 04, 2021 9:49 am
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by FATMAN » Sat Nov 27, 2021 3:25 pm

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Doc says time to make some major changes,NOW
I have decided to start a liquidation sale starting in a few weeks, not good news from the doc. so do not want to leave the family in the dark on this, The company is going to be listed for sale at a very reasonable and lowered price for a few weeks, if no sale then I will start the sale, also we have a...

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Update,
I start a series of test this week, and a few more through the month of December to see how far my heart is failing, then the series of cancer scans start, hopefully they are clear, it will be a long progress, bad thing is when I started getting system's they came fast and keep coming,
I have a few folks interested it some of he things we...

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Last post by FATMAN
Sat Dec 04, 2021 9:49 am
Top Wood --Use It or Replace It??

Last post by BLB27 « Fri Dec 03, 2021 11:29 pm
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by BLB27 » Sat Nov 13, 2021 2:10 pm

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I have removed the fabric from the roof of my 1927 coupe. I plan to replace the wood, but after looking at it I would like to get comments regarding reusing it. Here are some photos.

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I took the advice given and I am going use the existing wood, except for the four ribs.

Attached are photos of the new ribs which I just received from Jeff Humble. He made them using original drawings. They are excellent. I really appreciate him doing that for me!

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Fri Dec 03, 2021 11:29 pm
Cost to get wood felloe wheels rebuilt?

Last post by Mike Fortney « Fri Dec 03, 2021 10:01 pm
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by Les Schubert » Thu Dec 02, 2021 10:17 am

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Curious as to what it now costs to get some 30x3-1/2 wheels rebuilt with wood felloes?
Thank you

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Stutsman did my wood felloes for 250.00 each this summer and did a beautiful job.

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Last post by Mike Fortney
Fri Dec 03, 2021 10:01 pm
Trying to Solve the Mystery !!

Last post by TXGOAT2 « Fri Dec 03, 2021 7:55 pm
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by BLB27 » Sat Nov 27, 2021 11:12 pm

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The Mystery is: What was the original color of my 1927 coupe?

It has been 67 years since I purchased the coupe (1954). I had it repainted at that time as you see in the first photo. I don't remember the details; that is, why we repainted it and how we chose the body color. As you will see, we apparently tried to match the color, which I assume...

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I suspect that you'd find that many new late T Fords of a particular color did not all match any and all other late new T Fords in that particular color.

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Last post by TXGOAT2
Fri Dec 03, 2021 7:55 pm
It's T related. If you don't see it, maybe you're not a real T nut?

Last post by Wayne Sheldon « Fri Dec 03, 2021 7:16 pm
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by Ed Baudoux » Fri Dec 03, 2021 8:57 am

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It's there. Trust me.

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It took me about eight seconds to spot the front axle! Then I had to laugh! Neat!

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Last post by Wayne Sheldon
Fri Dec 03, 2021 7:16 pm
Kingston B1 gasifier regenerator

Last post by Dan Haynes « Fri Dec 03, 2021 8:13 am
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by aajf » Tue Nov 30, 2021 12:37 am

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Hello All,

I have a complete Kingston B1 gasifier regenerator (the attached picture for reference only off the internet). The pic is not of my exact unit. Actual pictures of mine to follow in a day or so. Mine is complete like in the picture with original carb. Needs cleaning. Not rough or rusty condition. There are no cracks. Any idea of a...

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I had one of those on a '26 I sold 40 years ago. It was a great carb, the car would do 57 mph all day and get over 20 mpg doing it. I still kick myself for letting it go on the car.

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Last post by Dan Haynes
Fri Dec 03, 2021 8:13 am
New item

Last post by R.V.Anderson « Thu Dec 02, 2021 8:36 pm

by R.V.Anderson » Thu Dec 02, 2021 8:36 pm

T-2503E, rear axle housing bolt and nut. Full description and photo on Classifieds.

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Thu Dec 02, 2021 8:36 pm
Snowbird Invitation

Last post by Ben Umberger « Thu Dec 02, 2021 8:34 pm

by Ben Umberger » Thu Dec 02, 2021 8:34 pm

Snowbird invitation.

As many people visit Florida for the Holidays or for the entire winter the Suncoast T Club wants to invite you to visit. Our members are basically in Pinellas County (St. Petersburg, Clearwater and such).

We have regular club events on each 2nd Saturday of each month. If you are in the area for a spell or passing through...

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Thu Dec 02, 2021 8:34 pm
All season tires

Last post by Henry K. Lee « Thu Dec 02, 2021 7:55 pm
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by Dave1 » Thu Dec 02, 2021 2:39 pm

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In our neck O the woods we are required to run season rated tires from Oct 01 to April 01 these are identified by a M&S insignia on the side of the tire.
The 21@ Firestone tires I am using have no such insignia.
I drive my 26 Tudor most everyday providing it’s not snowing.
It is time to replace the tires, does anyone know if any of the suppliers...

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M and S is nothing more than a sales pitch!

Hank

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Last post by Henry K. Lee
Thu Dec 02, 2021 7:55 pm
218 Cubic Inch Model T Ford Engine (UPDATE)

Last post by Nickd « Thu Dec 02, 2021 5:31 pm
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by henryford2 » Sun Sep 19, 2021 2:30 pm

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Just some updates on the progress (or lack of) on the Orville Enyeart engine built for Andy Mounce. I've posted before, but as originally built the bore was 3.8750 and the stroke was increased to 4 5/8 by using a Model B crank and grinding the main and rod journals offset to Model A specs and using a 7 connecting rod. The engine when I got it...

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I forgot to mention Orville Enyeart lived a couple blocks away from me. My dad and I were friends with him through the Long Beach Model T Club.

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Last post by Nickd
Thu Dec 02, 2021 5:31 pm
Old Fords around town

Last post by George House « Thu Dec 02, 2021 5:28 pm
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by Dollisdad » Wed Dec 01, 2021 6:53 pm

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I really liked that aftermarket 1915 extended truck cab toward the end. I’d make one if I was a woodworker. Kevin and Norman; I really like the way you think.

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Last post by George House
Thu Dec 02, 2021 5:28 pm
Digital Tachometer….

Last post by Luke « Thu Dec 02, 2021 4:15 pm
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by MichaelPawelek » Tue Nov 30, 2021 6:56 pm

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Will a cheap digital tachometer where you wrap a wire around a spark plug wire work on a Model T due to the magneto being near by? I assume not too well as my digital multimeter acts crazy. I don’t want one permanently installed. Just curious as to my normal driving rpm’s. I think I already know the answer but wonder about anyone’s else success.

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I'd like to hear Luke's analysis of the feasibility of monitoring the primary frequency of the AC Ford Magneto voltage output and using that to compute engine rpm? I suspect it's a pretty noisy waveform. Counting the 'pulse rate' of two timer contacts eg, #1 and #4 would give rpm as well. FWIW, jb

You called? :)

I'd not responded to Michael's...

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Last post by Luke
Thu Dec 02, 2021 4:15 pm
Gaskets

Last post by Cntryboy56 « Thu Dec 02, 2021 2:49 pm
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by Chucksue » Sun Nov 28, 2021 1:12 pm

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Who sells quality gaskets?

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Amen to that Ray.

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Last post by Cntryboy56
Thu Dec 02, 2021 2:49 pm
Re-run On LED Headlights

Last post by Novice « Thu Dec 02, 2021 2:28 pm
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by MadMax » Sat Nov 27, 2021 9:25 am

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I’ve looked at a bunch of different threads about LED lights and as simple as it seems, I couldn’t find specifics discussed regarding use of LED headlights as replacements for magneto headlights.

I’ve got a ‘15 Touring that has no generator/starter. I’m currently running 12V incandescent lights on mag. Obviously, they aren’t putting out a ton of...

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Max. barrel leds must be wired in parallel. 74475t.png they have bulb types for either 6 or 12 volts. the wedge bulbs might work ok on a mag. they run on 6-30 volts ac/dc and would maintain about the same brightness regardless of engine speed. but they too must be wired in parallel. be interesting

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Last post by Novice
Thu Dec 02, 2021 2:28 pm
What kind of rim

Last post by Charlie_26_TT_Ccab « Thu Dec 02, 2021 1:16 pm
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by Emeraude » Wed Dec 01, 2021 1:57 pm

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On removing the rims from my 24 t for sandblasting and found what is left of the rim lock. Does anyone know what type of lock this is and if there is any way to repair it?

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Sent you a PM if you want any photos of the hinge I’m using.

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Last post by Charlie_26_TT_Ccab
Thu Dec 02, 2021 1:16 pm
Any Stromberg OF steel parts being reproduced?

Last post by John bevardos « Thu Dec 02, 2021 11:33 am
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by John bevardos » Thu Dec 02, 2021 11:03 am

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I thought I saw a post a few weeks back.....

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Excellent T..!!

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Thu Dec 02, 2021 11:33 am
1914 MODEL T FORD IN THE WINTER

Last post by Quickm007 « Thu Dec 02, 2021 9:38 am
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by Quickm007 » Mon Nov 29, 2021 1:18 pm

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Here a quick video of my 1914 Model T Ford speedster in the Winter in Quebec City in Canada. Winter arrived this Saturday, I had a lot fun driving my car in the snow. Hope you will enjoy it.

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Thank you Steve. My son will do a video about all restoration I did for my 1914 ... Before and after.

At the start 2 years ago some parts together...
1914 old first time.JPG

Now the complete car in 2021
1914 speedster finished.JPG

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Last post by Quickm007
Thu Dec 02, 2021 9:38 am
Stromberg OE-1 coming back to life...s-l-o-w-l-y

Last post by Allan « Thu Dec 02, 2021 4:13 am
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by Scott_Conger » Tue Nov 16, 2021 4:07 pm

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Not sure how I'm even going to test this when I'm done, since I don't have an engine that really can put it through its paces, but it sure is fun to figure out how the devil to get these things apart...and the OE-1 has a few chinese puzzle-box features to cypher out. Oddly enough, both ears on the float cover broke off when the rusty screws came...

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The OF Stan rebuilt for me was a pile of parts I'd gathered over the years. I had a Studebaker branded fuel bowl cover for it, not being able to find a Stromberg one. Now I have one, I am loathe to upset Stan's work to fit it.

We have two light 6 Studebakers at the farm. Both have Detriot Lubricator carburetors, so perhaps the Strombergs were on...

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Last post by Allan
Thu Dec 02, 2021 4:13 am
Vibration Question

Last post by DickC « Thu Dec 02, 2021 3:33 am
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by colonelpowers » Wed Apr 07, 2021 11:03 am

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On my 27 Tudor, I have a vibration that I am hoping to diagnose. Moments after you first shift into high and only for a few seconds I have an awful vibration that rattles the whole car but as I accelerate it quickly goes away. It doesn't seem to have anything to do with the shifting itself because whenever I slow down to a similar speed with the...

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I forgot to add in my response, please when you find the problem tell us what it is/was. We don't learn if we are not told. Thanks!!

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Last post by DickC
Thu Dec 02, 2021 3:33 am
Carb Linkage Question

Last post by Jeepbone1 « Wed Dec 01, 2021 9:35 pm
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by Jeepbone1 » Tue Nov 30, 2021 10:00 am

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I’m going to be running Model A manifolds and a Marvel Schebler carb on my 27 TT. Does anyone have pictures of how they ran the linkage on an engine without the NH hole between cylinders 2 & 3? I’d rather not use a foot pedal and keep the column throttle lever. Thanks in advance!

Brad

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Thanks Jim! That’s one thing that still plagues me.

Brad

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Why these things sometimes take so long... (and sometimes cost so much to do)

Last post by Scott_Conger « Wed Dec 01, 2021 8:50 pm
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by Scott_Conger » Wed Dec 01, 2021 5:56 pm

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Upon disassembly of my latest project, I discovered to my dismay that the ears on the float bowl cover had been broken off sometime in the long past. The screws would have (and did) held the cover on, but I could not in good concience pass on poor workmanship to some poor unsuspecting person...here's the process

silver solder tabs on:...

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Norm

yes, it's a Stromberg OE-1 that is uniquely jetted and branded specifically for Studebaker. The Studebaker cover is identical to standard Stromberg covers and are interchangeable.

It marries up with this project:

Alan, trust me, it's my wife who is patient! I know, because I test her frequently :lol:

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Wed Dec 01, 2021 8:50 pm
1920/21 Touring dating question

Last post by 20touring « Wed Dec 01, 2021 8:01 pm
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by 20touring » Tue Nov 30, 2021 11:50 am

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Question: My ‘20 Touring has the 5 piece back section and is an August 30,1920 build date. I have an old title from Illinois from 1948 stating it as a 1920.
But I have read that the new model year began August 1st and have wondered if my car actually is an early 1921.
Opinions?

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Wow! She’s a beauty John!
My car too has the forged running board brackets & die cast Ignition switch.
The metal strip is there for the bottom of the rear curtain but it has some extra holes drilled in it that a previous owner had snaps mounting the old rear curtain top. I plan to fill those in with my MIG welder when I get rolling on the...

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Wed Dec 01, 2021 8:01 pm
Free Delivery

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by Dollisdad » Mon Nov 29, 2021 9:04 pm

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The delivery car appears to be the regular body style (early)It is different from the knock down style(late) which would come apart in pieces. You can tell the difference with the absence of the 3 step bolts where the body curves towards the bottom. There are wooden ribs behind the metal to which a steel body brace that mounts the rib to the...

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Wed Dec 01, 2021 6:30 pm
Help with this ignition coil(?)!!!

Last post by TXGOAT2 « Wed Dec 01, 2021 6:29 pm
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by MarkM » Tue Nov 30, 2021 7:30 pm

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New to this Forum - hoping the experts here can help me. I apologize for the turned photos - not sure they loaded like that? I found this at a yard sale and had no idea what it was so I bought it out of curiosity. After seeing the FORD in script I started looking there and from my limited research I'm fairly certain it is an ignition coil buzz box...

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It may work, after a fashion, if you clean the points. They're fun to play with, but take care ... they do bite. A person using a cardio pacemaker might best avoid the things.

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Wed Dec 01, 2021 6:29 pm
Snap-on T

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by Bryant » Thu Nov 25, 2021 10:51 am

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EDC62C2B-96AA-46A1-ACF8-2C97ACFC0C99.jpeg 03604903-60D0-4A85-A881-09DC3BEAFFC1.jpeg I bought this little model awhile back and there was a picture that came with it supposed to be the original. Has anyone ever seen this truck? Maybe lost to time? Or a photo shop picture?

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Looks like Egyptian hieroglyphics! Nice info👍

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Wed Dec 01, 2021 4:59 pm
Oh what a ride!

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by Bryant » Wed Dec 01, 2021 8:50 am

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Now this is interesting 🤔 I wonder what the drive was like with these things?! Spring wheels haha

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Take a close look- it's sprung at the hub and not at the spokes!

I noticed that! Looks like I see a shock absorber to.

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Wed Dec 01, 2021 2:46 pm
Chico Fire Marshall Ray Head's 1909 Roadster

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by aajf » Mon Nov 29, 2021 1:31 pm

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Hello All,

I am happy to be a new member to this site. Curious to see if anyone may have ANY information about the history of my friend's car. In 1970, my 86yr old friend purchased this 1909 Model T roadster with mother in law seat from the widow of Chico Fire Marshall Mr. Ray Head. Ray Head passed away in 1970 due to complications from a...

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Back in the late 60s A concours was started at Peacock Gap in Marin County. At this time concours were a fairly new idea around here and the rules were quite different than now. Ray's car was one of the three cars that were entered in the Model T Ford class, Rays 09, a black cut off touring, and another black T that I don't even remember. Ray was...

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Wed Dec 01, 2021 1:03 pm
Could Donnie Brown have Harold Lloyd’s speedster body?

Last post by Wayne Sheldon « Wed Dec 01, 2021 2:27 am
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by Hap_Tucker » Sun Nov 21, 2021 9:03 pm

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Summary:

Below is a photo of Donnie Brown’s speedster project:

Donnie Brown Speedster.jpg

(Thanks you Frank Brandi for posting that photo at: )

Below is photo taken of a silent movie star named Harold Lloyd who drove this very similar looking speedster body in one of his films.

Harold Lloyd's T speedster RS.JPG

That is a “still...

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Past threads about Donnie B's car have shown era photos of several similar speedsters, some clearly made from brass era cars, some from later cars. It was a fairly popular style, with a lot of variations. Some had bench seats, others divided seats. Some used the standard model T round gasoline tank, others larger tanks, and in several sizes. I...

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Wed Dec 01, 2021 2:27 am
Coupes and others

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by Dollisdad » Mon Nov 29, 2021 10:29 am

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Thank you Scott C!

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Wed Dec 01, 2021 2:15 am
1960's California Horseless Carriage License Plate 3124

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by aajf » Wed Dec 01, 2021 1:16 am

Hello All,

I know this is a complete needle in the haystack question, but doesn't hurt to ask. In the mid 1960's California Horseless Carriage License Plate set # 3124 was on my friend's 1909 Model T. See pic please. The plates were left in California in 1970. Curious if they maybe floating around on one of your walls??? So keep your eyes peeled...

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Wed Dec 01, 2021 1:16 am
Horn bracket on ebay

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by jiminbartow » Tue Nov 30, 2021 10:29 pm

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I am listing a horn bracket on eBay. It has an old round label attached to it with a string that has Klaxon written on it. I believe it is for a Model T because I took it out to the garage and was able to line it up with the two rear drivers side head bolts and the two front drivers side head bolts. The larger holes measure 3 7/8” from center to...

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Thank you, Terry. I was going to mention that, but didn’t want to influence any comments I received. It is possible that the label is wrong and the person that put it on was not sure what he had. Like you say it could be for an early Mag horn or for a goose horn,but it does fit several head holes on top of the engine. Jim Patrick

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Tue Nov 30, 2021 11:24 pm
How to remove a stuck rear wheel?

Last post by TFowler « Tue Nov 30, 2021 10:31 pm
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by Steve Jelf » Mon Sep 20, 2021 4:04 pm

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Use the hub puller, right? I did, using along cheater, and the wheel is stuck so tight that the puller came part way off the hub at an angle. Now I think that the threads on the hub and the puller are so boogered up that I'm afraid to try using it again and doing even more damage. I tried the old trick of loosening the nut, pinning it, and driving...

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On my 27 the wire wheel hubs were stuck SOLID. I spent weeks doing the numerous methods (driving with loosened hub nut, gear puller, pounding with 5 pound hammer, soaking pb blaster etc) with no success. I made a hub puller from a ford pitman arm puller similar to Dan's. (I recommend putting the castle nut back on the shaft (upside down) just...

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Tue Nov 30, 2021 10:31 pm
How Not To Crank A Model T

Last post by Jeff Hood « Tue Nov 30, 2021 6:30 pm
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by John Heaman » Sun Nov 28, 2021 5:06 pm

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Folks...I can only hope this link works. I have been patiently waiting for this Canadian TV ad to be available so I could share it with you. It's a short section from the 7 to 11 second timeframe. Enjoy! Again, I hope you're able to view it.

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No worse than an old Laurel and Hardy movie. I doubt anyone would think it's real or attempt it themselves. It was all for the shot, she had to face the camera! I do like how the car started to shake and the engine began to run while she was still cranking though.

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Tue Nov 30, 2021 6:30 pm
Upholstery

Last post by TWrenn « Tue Nov 30, 2021 3:42 pm
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by greenacres36 » Sun Nov 28, 2021 9:25 am

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I’ve done an upholstery job on a classic Ford truck without any problems using a kit. I need to do my 15 Runabout now. Is this project a lot more difficult than the job I did on my truck? It looks way more complicated. If so can I get a rating of difficulty? 1 to 10. 10 being very difficult. I want to do a “nice” job but this is a driver not a...

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The diamond tufted seat cushion is the hardest part. If you would like a kit or partial kit feel free to email me at mike@classtiqueupholstery.com

Mike
Www.classtiqueupholstery.com

Brian, if it's not too late, take my advice. HAVE MIKE DO THE SEAT BOTTOM!! You won't regret the little bita extra expense.
I did have Elizabeth do both seat...

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Tue Nov 30, 2021 3:42 pm
Getting Started in the Hobby

Last post by Norman Kling « Tue Nov 30, 2021 11:26 am
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by Jugster » Mon Nov 29, 2021 10:57 am

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For the most part, the antique car hobby is a pastime of the working class. Oh yeah, there are the affluent Pebble Beach/Amelia Island aristocrats who own Thomas-Flyers and Stevens-Duryeas, but most of us car-guys eat at Red Lobster, shop at Target, wear Timex watches, own fifty-year-old houses with a...

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My first car was a 29 A. After that I had 13 different A's. I have had a few other cars over the years and now for the wife's car and our trip car we have a Suburu.
When we moved here to Alpine I had a 30 mile each way commute through the mountains and on a freeway. So I decided to sell my last A. Then we went for about 20 years without any old...

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Last post by Norman Kling
Tue Nov 30, 2021 11:26 am
Zenith S4BF Carb With Manifold

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by ModelTWoods » Mon Nov 29, 2021 11:04 pm

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Used Zenith S4BF carb and manifold, just sold on EBAY for $321.16.

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The ad
ZENITH MODEL S4BF BRASS CARBURETOR WITH ZENITH MANIFOLD “THIS IS IN EXCELLENT CONDITION.”
Both the carb and the manifold are in excellent condition on the outside. Both butterfly valves operate, but the return spring on the butterfly valve in photo 7 is broken. I did not take this apart to look inside, but I can hear what sounds like a...

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Tue Nov 30, 2021 2:21 am
Help to ID these sill plates

Last post by KimDobbins « Tue Nov 30, 2021 12:16 am
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by Gary_in_MN » Thu Nov 25, 2021 2:38 pm

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They appear to be cast brass, 15 long x 1 1/4 at the widest point.

Question 1. What year Ford / model ? Question 2. Original or reproduction ? Thanks Gary in MN

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Gary, I'd also say they are repo. I've never seen them before. I'd post the pictures on the EFR also, to see if there possibly pre T. Kim

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Tue Nov 30, 2021 12:16 am
body weight

Last post by BLB27 « Mon Nov 29, 2021 10:04 pm
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by Ralph F » Tue Nov 23, 2021 8:17 am

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I am looking for a approximate weight of a 1920 roadster body including wooden platform that it is mounted on.
Thanks
Fitz

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I assume the couplet body weight of 500 lbs. includes the fenders, running boards, splash panels, truck lid, lights, hood, top material, glass, maybe the seat, and package tray?

Any estimates/guesses on what the body weight would be on a 1927 coupe without those items?

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Mon Nov 29, 2021 10:04 pm
Fender Width

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by J1MGOLDEN » Sun Nov 28, 2021 5:20 pm

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A friend has two front fenders that are definitely Model T fenders, but they 9 inches wide.

The center area is slightly raised, rather than just flat and there is a narrow and raised area on each side of the center section.

I have measured several truck fenders that are 8 inches wide and I have no idea what these may fit.

Would anyone know what...

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Did have to check what Dan Hatch posted on 60 crowned fenders. Can't find any part # listings in Price List of Parts books.

But Bruce McCalley's CD Encyclopedia had them listed. He used for this master list of Part #s cross-referenced to Fac #s a book from Ford known as Factory Number Book, dated 1920 , containing every Ford Factory # at the...

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Mon Nov 29, 2021 11:20 am

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