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Announcement - All Support questions have been moved here
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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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Mon Jan 28, 2019 11:47 am
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Botched Coating Job On ‘25 Gas Tank….
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MichaelPawelek » Mon Oct 11, 2021 3:48 pm
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Looks as if a previous owner tried to coat this tank. No wonder no gasoline flows. I have only been successful sloshing and dumping the first 1/3rd. of the tank before the first baffle. Sheets of coating and about 1/4 cup of rust. Any words of advice? Will do this over and over endlessly until nothing else comes out but it looks fruitless at this...
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I was concerned about the overall height issue too, but I laid a straight edge across the top of the seat frame to check the clearance and the filler cap ended up clearing my seat bottom by 1/2 .
FYI, you can easily (5 minute job) take a cut-off wheel and cut a 1.5 wide slice out of the filler neck to shorten it and then simply TIG weld (another...
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Last post by Rick_Rice
Wed Oct 13, 2021 3:12 am
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Cowl Lamp Glass
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impalamike » Mon Oct 11, 2021 3:45 pm
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Does anyone know where I can have a 1913 Touring side lamp glass made? All the ones I see that you can purchase are 3 1/2 X 3 1/2 square
mine are 3 3/4 X 3 3/4 square.
Thanks
Mike
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I just ordered a square glass from Wayne at brassauto. Its on its way. Gave him the size and lamp (e&j). They make brass lights and other items.
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Wed Oct 13, 2021 3:02 am
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Verde Valley Arizona Automotive Swap Meet October 2021
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FreighTer Jim » Sun Jan 31, 2021 8:36 am
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A Venue Has Been Selected
Planning Is Ongoing
October 2021
Verde Valley Early Automotive Swap Meet
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Camp Verde, Arizona is the Host Location
All Makes - All Models From Early Brass To 1953
This Is A Automotive Swap Designed
For The Vendor And Their Patrons
(2) Vending Areas Determined By...
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Any updates on this event?
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Tue Oct 12, 2021 11:58 pm
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NEED CAR TRANSPORTED
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StevenS » Tue Oct 12, 2021 3:21 pm
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I need a car transported from North Carolina to Missouri. MUST BE ENCLOSED. Who do you trust to do the job? Freighter Jim and Bills Auto Works are unavailable to do it.
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Used these guys. Very good. Check to see if they are in your area when needed.
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Tue Oct 12, 2021 9:49 pm
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Our kinda guy.
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Dollisdad » Tue Oct 12, 2021 8:03 am
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Nah, that's Steve Jelfs Great Uncle
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Last post by A Whiteman
Tue Oct 12, 2021 9:34 pm
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Newport Hill Climb, October 1 and 2
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DHort » Fri Sep 17, 2021 12:26 am
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You can go to www.newporthillclimb.com
October 1st is registration and practice runs.
October 2nd is the actual climb.
This is in Indiana.
Hope to see you there.
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We went Sunday for the competitive runs, it started pouring as soon as our class got the cars running. We decided to go for it in the rain I ended up getting 3rd place with my speedster first trip up the hill for the car!
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Tue Oct 12, 2021 8:27 pm
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Local T Guy needs our support
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Dan Hatch » Tue Oct 12, 2021 11:12 am
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A local new T guy, got his first T about 2 years ago, needs our thoughts. He is having some serious surgery today.
None of you guys know him as he does not post on here or has been to any meets. But he and his family need us to be thinking about him. This came out of the blue, right after he got his second T a 1912 Speedster. His name is Cary...
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My thoughts and prayers are with him. God bless.
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Last post by TWrenn
Tue Oct 12, 2021 5:37 pm
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Source for ‘25 Oval Gas Tank?
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MichaelPawelek » Mon Oct 11, 2021 2:02 pm
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I’ve tried all the usual parts vendors with no luck. Anyone know a not too obvious source for a ‘25 oval gas tank? Thanks….
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I’ve got 2 originals here. Haven’t looked at them in a long time, but if junk, I would have scrapped them. Send me an email tmorsher@icloud.com if you are interested in an original. T
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Last post by Dropacent
Tue Oct 12, 2021 4:35 pm
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Freighter Jim…..October 2021
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MichaelPawelek » Tue Oct 12, 2021 9:01 am
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A huge thumbs up for Freighter Jim and my professional delivery yesterday! 👍👍👍
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It is interestng that a professional driver would park well within the driving lane on the wrong side of what appears to be a busy highway?
This is a typical rural pick up for me …. 🤔
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Rural Escondido 25 mph speed limit country road.
This Model T supposedly ran & drove which
was not the case when...
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Last post by FreighTer Jim
Tue Oct 12, 2021 2:01 pm
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Steam in the Exhaust!
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mbowen » Tue Sep 28, 2021 10:18 pm
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(I apologize in advance for the length of this post, but I thought I ought to include as much detail as possible so others may help me figure out where I may have gone wrong.)
I’ve had my ‘25 Express Wagon less than 3 months, and about a month after I got it, it started leaving a small puddle of coolant (the 50/50 water/antifreeze that it came to...
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I’m picking up the head from the machine shop today, and new head bolts and gasket are on their way from Snyder’s.
Two questions:
1) Will baking the paint onto the head in a 170-degree oven cause warpage, or should I just let it air cure?
2) Couldn’t find any copper head gaskets anywhere, so Snyder’s suggested I try the silicone gasket. Is...
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Tue Oct 12, 2021 1:37 pm
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OLD PHOTO - Turned Turtle
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Jay In Northern Ca. » Mon Oct 11, 2021 10:34 pm
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What a ride! you think the young boy was driving? looks like he's thinking of some good excuse :lol:
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Last post by Bryant
Tue Oct 12, 2021 12:44 pm
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Hood Shelf Question
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Will_Vanderburg » Mon Oct 11, 2021 6:07 pm
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I bought two hood shelves for my 1922 Centerdoor as there were none with the body when I got it.
Upon inspection, one is for a mid to late 1922 as it has the large hole for the headlight wire bushing. The other shelf, while it is the EXACT same shape and dimensions, only has a cutout in the forward outside corner for the wires to pass between the...
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I didn't take pictures, but I did cut a hole in the shelf that didn't have one so it would match. I used a center punch and a step drill.
Originally, on the piece I drilled, a cutout was in the front corner on the headlight side for the wires to pass through.
Both shelves were in really good condition when I got them, and I really didn't want...
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Tue Oct 12, 2021 12:30 pm
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I did it again…
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mbowen » Sun Oct 03, 2021 6:45 pm
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I bought my first T a bit over 3 months ago. I just made a handshake deal a few hours ago on a second one. Both the title and engine number say it’s a ‘24.
Some say the ideal number of T’s is three… 😁
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Thanks for reaching out Jerry! My ‘24 Touring arrived this morning, and I’m picking up the head for my ‘25 Express Wagon from the machine shop later today. You’ll have lots to look over tomorrow.
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Last post by mbowen
Tue Oct 12, 2021 12:21 pm
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Holley H1 / 4550 Parts Source?
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CarbDoc » Tue Oct 12, 2021 10:43 am
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Now that Stan Howe is no longer a resource, I need to know where to buy parts to restore Model T carburetors. I a currently working on on a carb from a 1912 T and I need to to find some missing and damaged components. I am told by someone who knows these cars far better than I that it is either a Holley H1 or a Holley 4550 s(I have sent photos)....
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You might check in with Russ Potter.
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Tue Oct 12, 2021 12:03 pm
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1914 steering wheel paint procedure
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Corey Walker » Mon Oct 11, 2021 11:50 am
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I’ve had a repro steering wheel, varnished with about 12 finger joints on my 14 for forever and I found an original one finger joint rim. From the factory were the rim and wheel painted separately or together? I’m thinking that if they were painted after assembly then the screws got painted, if not then the screws would be left unpainted. Would...
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I've painted a number of original wood steering wheels over the years. I put in all four screws with the spider, but leave them loose so the paint can get under where the spider goes. I've not had a problem. Note, not all the screw holes always line up with the ones in the wood, so you have to rotate the spider until you find a match.
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Last post by Original Smith
Tue Oct 12, 2021 10:47 am
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Come on baby, maybe a little choke.
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Dollisdad » Sun Oct 10, 2021 10:03 pm
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Robert, Paul doesn’t look anything like the guy. Guess it’s the hair.
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Last post by JTT3
Tue Oct 12, 2021 10:16 am
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Hershey
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Been Here Before » Sat Oct 09, 2021 9:50 am
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What no one at Hershey this year?
No great finds?
No meeting of the minds?
No pictures of stuff found?
Or did I just miss the post?
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My dad and I have been going to Hershey for the las 15 years and we haven't been able to go this year because of COVID for the last two years. The US border is closed for non-essential land crossings for Canadian visitors. My dad and I are very sad that we haven't been to go again this year. It is a father and son tradition to go to Hershey. We...
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Last post by Quickm007
Tue Oct 12, 2021 10:06 am
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My Hershey Haul
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Mark Osterman » Sun Oct 10, 2021 1:02 pm
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People who know me are familiar with my affliction of trying different carburetors on my 23 runabout. I like to figure out how each one works and get them up and going for a good workout. Here are the carburetors I found at Hershey this year … all except the “straight through” example on the left which is mounted on a Metz intake manifold I...
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Here is a pic of my haul. Most items are for my 1912 Flanders, but I did pick up a set of front and rear Model T chassis lifting bars from R.V. Anderson and a Model T book. :)
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Last post by CudaMan
Tue Oct 12, 2021 8:16 am
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Forced To Sell
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RustyFords » Mon Sep 13, 2021 11:00 am
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I'm very sad to say that a family crisis is forcing me to sell my beloved '24 Touring.
I'll be listing it in the classifieds shortly.
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I got $200.00 more today. Thanks Arnold. I'll send it on to Don. Total $2300.00
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Last post by HalSched
Tue Oct 12, 2021 12:52 am
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Henry Ford as he’s seldom seen (portrayed)
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Rob » Thu Oct 07, 2021 5:11 am
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I couldn’t sleep, so started going through old Dropbox files and found this. It’s a partial (several pages) Reminiscence by George Brown, who worked for FMC from 1907-1951. He gives a warm and interesting view of what working for Henry Ford and FMC was like in the early years. The excerpt below is about getting the first 10 Model T built in 1908:...
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Thanks guys. Wayne, give me an opportunity to convert and update old car files. Just moved almost 400 from the word processing app to dropbox. I'll be able to boor you all winter............. :D
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Last post by Rob
Mon Oct 11, 2021 10:27 pm
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Hinged transmission band
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L.I. Tom » Sun Oct 10, 2021 10:49 pm
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Anyone have any experience with these? Pro con love them or hate them? Advice on how to properly line them or just hang on the wall?
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Thanks all for the feedback. I looked back on Hermes old thread and it looks like his method would lend itself well to these bands. Keep the thoughts and feedback coming.
Thanks Tom
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Mon Oct 11, 2021 10:17 pm
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Just Curious How Many Use Water Pumps?
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MichaelPawelek » Fri Oct 08, 2021 9:51 pm
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I have three Model T’s and when re-building them bought new radiators and took the water pumps off. Here in Texas it gets really hot in the Summer but I never have had a over heating problem. I still see many T’s for sale with water pumps installed.
No bashing or opinions on water pumps please. Just chime in with number of T’s with and without...
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2 T's....no pumps, but I have one in a box.
Took it off because it leaked!
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Last post by TBones12
Mon Oct 11, 2021 9:49 pm
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Ever see a "fatman" wheel like this?
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schwabd1 » Sat Oct 02, 2021 11:12 pm
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I picked this up at a swap meet today. I've never seen a wheel like this. Made by Stout's Manufacturing Co in New York. Anybody have any Information on these steering wheels? Any idea what year the column is? It has the early riveted case.
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Here's one I have, a little different, same principle.
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Last post by AandTman
Mon Oct 11, 2021 9:46 pm
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Pouring Camshaft Bearings Thrust Surface
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Harry Lillo » Mon Oct 11, 2021 11:21 am
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I plan to re-babbitt some camshaft bearings for my next projects. I have a nice jig to pour the babbitt and tool to create a nice round OD on the cast halves.
Now I have ran out of stock on bearing halves that are long enough to satifsy the overall length (end thrust) requirements.
For the next batch I will need to create the new thrust surface...
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Last post by BobShirleyAtlantaTx
Mon Oct 11, 2021 7:25 pm
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Question About Generator
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BLB27 » Tue Oct 05, 2021 8:34 pm
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What is the difference between a cut-out and a voltage regular for generators?
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You would need to determine how the field circuit is connected on the application the regulator was designed for. As I understand it, the T generator feeds the field circuit via the 3rd brush, thence through the field coil series, thence to ground. Many later generators had the field lead brought out to an insulated terminal on the case and the...
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Last post by TXGOAT2
Mon Oct 11, 2021 6:55 pm
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Low gear speed
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tgarron33 » Sun Sep 19, 2021 11:30 am
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Hi gang,
Next question about our 22 Touring. It doesn’t seem like it gets up to more than about 10 mph in low gear, and then wants to bog down when shifting to high. Could the band on low gear be the problem - either too tight or not tight enough ? Is this a two pronged issue? TIA.
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Avoid uphill starts when it's convenient to do so. When on the road, drive like truckers used to ... drive ahead, and use what power you have to the best advantage. If you're facing a stiff headwind, keep your speed down to about 30 mph, if traffic allows. Make up time coming back with the wind. If you must drive in traffic, it's especially...
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Mon Oct 11, 2021 6:28 pm
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Generator problems
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Jim Eubanks » Wed Sep 29, 2021 6:47 pm
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T gen motors when attaching pos lead to gen terminal and neg lead to housing. New fun products third brush plate and regulator cutout and no charge. Even ran a jumper across the cutout and still no charge. suggestions?
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I want to thank all for the help on this and Rajo Racer for hitting it on the head. After timing the brush plate it worked fine and put out a lot of amps. The regulator is good, guess since the gen was not charging it did not fry it.
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Last post by Jim Eubanks
Mon Oct 11, 2021 5:12 pm
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Rawleigh man-Photo
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Herb Iffrig » Sun Oct 10, 2021 9:16 pm
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He was a busy fellow.
Would that be the Rawleigh's product line?
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Last post by Rich Eagle
Mon Oct 11, 2021 3:28 pm
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Diesel fuel
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JBog » Thu Oct 07, 2021 3:00 pm
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A guy in our club said he recommends adding about 1 quart of diesel fuel to the gas tank at fill up. He said it would help give a nominal boost in compression. Said he does every single fill up. Is there any truth to that?
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Adolph Diesel was the inventor of the oil engine as it was known, fuel oil used was available in several grades with graduated lower flash points. The various grades were priced accordingly from the lowest price with the highest flash point to the highest price with the lowest flashpoint. Except for the lowest flash point oil frequently referred...
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Last post by Altair
Mon Oct 11, 2021 3:17 pm
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Hershey - Maybe Next Year!
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Sean Butler » Mon Oct 11, 2021 1:38 pm
Unfortunately, I was unable to get to Hershey in time to take place in the Meet & Greet. I was privileged, though, to meet Steve Jelf at the car show, standing in front of a 1915 Model T Runabout (imagine that!). I also ran into Auburn, Cord, Duesenberg restorer and historian Randy Ema as he was peeking under the hood of a Cord in the Car Coral....
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Mon Oct 11, 2021 1:38 pm
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Info Wanted RUSHMORE SEARCHLIGHT
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Professor Fate » Sun Oct 10, 2021 6:19 pm
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Anyone know anything about the RUSHMORE SEARCHLIGHT? Used on cars? Model T's??
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That one is actually a head light. I can tell by the mounting bracket . All rushmores said search light on the chimney whether headlight or an actual search light. The search light model mount was made to swivel up and down and also had handle on the back. $80 Is a pretty good buy for one in that nice condition.
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Mon Oct 11, 2021 11:50 am
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Wet around the spark plug
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tgarron33 » Sat Oct 09, 2021 2:27 pm
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Took the 22 out for some test driving today, working on my shifting. Stopped for a minute when I noticed a fuel smell that seemed pretty strong. Gas cap had a decent amount of gas on it, I assume from the little breather hole in it. But I also checked the engine and noticed that it was wet under the #2 spark plug. Heart kind of sank a little. Is...
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Beside a little oil around the spark plug, if the threads are worn enough, you might even hear a little whistle or a chirp when pulling a hill. Caused by the combustion gas leaking out. Sealing them does fix both problems.
Norm
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Last post by Norman Kling
Mon Oct 11, 2021 11:04 am
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OT Free magazine subscription
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John Codman » Sat Oct 09, 2021 5:42 pm
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In addition to my love of model T Fords, I am a railroad nut. I have a subscription to CLASSIC TRAINS magazine. I just received my renewal notice, and they will give me an additional free gift subscription for a year (four issues). I don't have any close friends who are train nuts, but if you are interested, I would be happy to put you down for a...
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I have a winner!
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Last post by John Codman
Mon Oct 11, 2021 10:35 am
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Headlight gasket installation
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mtntee20 » Mon Oct 04, 2021 8:47 pm
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I know there are people on the forum who know the trick to get the headlight gasket to stay in place long enough to get the lens and outer ring in place. I'm thinking about small dabs of silicone on the gasket to hold it on the reflector. I had also thought of hoisting the front bumper up high enough for the rear end to almost touching the ground....
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An update to the gasket problem.
Thank you all for your suggestions and support. I used hot snot (hot melt glue) on the gaskets and it worked perfectly. I had a bit of trouble with the left headlight not working but I figured it out to be a contact problem with the light bulb. All is working as it should and the delivery truck is coming along...
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Mon Oct 11, 2021 7:58 am
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Is there adjustment to fix this?
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Myxr6turbo » Mon Oct 11, 2021 12:40 am
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I have just pulled the engine apart. I never turned it over when I got the car as u didn't know the condition of the engine. I have pulled the pistons out and when I rotate the crankshaft the camshaft seems to touch the bearings. What do I need to do to adjust the backlash if that's what the problem is?
Here is a video of it.
Any help would...
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That's an early cam that needs the long front bearing with the notch in it. There are two different front bearings and they are not interchangeable.
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Last post by Dan McEachern
Mon Oct 11, 2021 2:07 am
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Look normal?
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JBog » Sun Oct 10, 2021 6:37 pm
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Cleaned up the engine to get ready for my Z head. Does everything look okay? I've never had my engine's head off before. Looks like some overhauled the engine at least before I got it.
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Just using a bottoming tap will not clean out the compacted carbon and guck at the bottom. The tap will do a great job of compacting it even more. I use a drill smaller than the diameter of the hole and gently break up what is in the bottom. Don't force it, or you will need to seal the bolt threads when you go through the bottom of the hole into...
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Last post by Mark Gregush
Mon Oct 11, 2021 12:20 am
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HCCT tear down question
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Don ellis » Mon Oct 04, 2021 7:15 am
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I’m starting the restoration of this tester and was wondering about how this pin is removed. I know I can drive it out but without a hole in the other side how do I drive it back in? It’s not like a crank pulley with a hole on both sides.
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Thanks for the info, Don. I've updated the table.
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Last post by namdc3
Sun Oct 10, 2021 10:31 pm
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Traction tires
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Bryant » Sun Oct 10, 2021 8:29 pm
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Anyone know where you can find tires with some tread on them like this? I just love them but all I see are boring straight tread stuff.
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Here’s a 4.00-21 (30.1” diameter) tractor tire...
🤣 now that’s traction! Iam amazed they make them in that size. Maybe the back tires on a Allison-charmers G? 🤔
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Last post by Bryant
Sun Oct 10, 2021 9:53 pm
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Another generator question
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Oldav8tor » Sun Oct 10, 2021 4:58 pm
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My friend has a generator that is questionable. It has a John Regan voltage regulator but he's not sure of it's mechanical condition.
1.) Who near Michigan would be a good choice to rebuild it, and
2.) What would it take to convert it to 12 volts?
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The fun projects regulators only work for the voltage designed. There are 3 - 6v, 8v, 12v.
If you are going to charge 12v, !/2 the generator output. 4 amps should be plenty.
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Last post by speedytinc
Sun Oct 10, 2021 7:09 pm
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Holley G versus NH
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Oldav8tor » Sat Oct 09, 2021 9:28 pm
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I wonder if anyone has any experience comparing the operation and performance of a Holley G versus a Holley NH carb? I hear many people say that the NH is one of the best carbs ever made for the T while others praise the G. I have a nice G on my '17 and just bought an NH to try. I'm curious what to expect. Note, both carbs are Russ Potter rebuilds.
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I put Holley Gs on my 1912 and 1913 replacing Holley NHs. I like the Holly Gs much better. Much easier cranking starting, better power accelerating and better power on hills. I have since sold the NHs.
John
Again, There is some fine tuning to get the fuel level correct on a NH. One could & does get luckey with the initial float dimensional...
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Last post by speedytinc
Sun Oct 10, 2021 6:59 pm
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Choke Control Wire (1925 Express Wagon)
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mbowen » Sat Oct 09, 2021 6:57 pm
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I just today noticed a piece of small-diameter rubber hose on the choke control wire, the purpose of which, I assume, is to prevent the wire from falling through the slot in the firewall. This seems kind of shade-tree to me, so I was wondering if I’m missing a part here? I’ve been told I have a Holley NH carburetor, if that makes any difference....
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Yes. When you install, check that @ rest the choke plate is horizontal.
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Sun Oct 10, 2021 6:52 pm
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Steel battery boxes – which cars used them?
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Eric Sole » Sat Oct 02, 2021 7:09 pm
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My 27 Roadster hasn't had a battery box for many years now, but I just bought an Optima battery and am trying to figure out how to hide it. I'd love to have a metal battery box and lid but that is beyond my budget right now.
The original battery setup has been fun to investigate. It’s impressive to think just how many steel battery boxes were...
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Russ's photo shows clearly what the battery box looks like. The seams are on two sides only, and that is what the Snyder and Langs unit lack. Not only that, but a real Ford battery case will not fit, which is typical for some reproductions.
Page 13 in the service book figure 41 and 42 clearly shows the installed unit, and page 29 figure 83. Note...
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Last post by Original Smith
Sun Oct 10, 2021 5:48 pm
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Manifold Droop
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Oldav8tor » Wed Oct 06, 2021 8:08 pm
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Whaddya think? Is this manifold a little warped? Easy to straighten, right?
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My friend ordered a new manifold from Snyders and got it in two days! We put it on using gaskets that have a steel gland and copper ring. It fit perfectly, went on easily (with two pairs of hands) and appears to seal properly.
While I admire the ingenuity shown by those of you who have successfully straightened a manifold, it's a bit more than we...
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Sun Oct 10, 2021 5:09 pm
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Slow vehicle sign
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Herb Iffrig » Sat Oct 09, 2021 10:25 am
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I know about the slow moving vehicle signs in the US that are an orange triangle, but have never seen the signs that are used in this video.
What do you think of them? An unfamiliar driver might not know about the triangular ones. ( They should though.)
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In Michigan the triangles are illegal on anything that goes faster than 25 mph. Me, I put two magnetic flashing amber lights on the back of my touring when I'm going to be on a busy road or in less than perfect visiblity. On tours I add this magnetic sign I designed and had made up. We've also stuck the sign on modern cars that were acting as...
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Sun Oct 10, 2021 4:51 pm
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Blasting Media for Coupe Body
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BLB27 » Thu Oct 07, 2021 8:23 pm
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Back on May 28 2021, I entered a post Blasting Media for Coupe Body . A photo was included. I received good responses.
Here is what I have decided. I found a local blaster (within 50 miles) who has a mobile unit and uses both crushed glass and soda. He has been in the business for 15 years. I plan to take the two rear fenders and the two splash...
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Henry Lee, Some are saying, never use blast cleaning on a T body . As I understand what you are saying, is it is OK as long as certain precautions are used by an experienced blaster.
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Sun Oct 10, 2021 4:29 pm
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Ignition switch rebuilder
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Dave Young » Sun Oct 10, 2021 3:43 pm
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Who is it that specializes in rebuilding ignition switches? I’ve heard the name a few times over the years and never bothered to write it down. Now, I need it. Thanks
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Ben Martin rebuilds them.
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Sun Oct 10, 2021 3:50 pm
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Salvage search
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Bryant » Sat Oct 09, 2021 9:32 am
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Hey iam trying to find any salvage/part sources for T’s. Hopefully close to me hear in Maryland. And for fun we could list any in the country if it helps anyone else 👌
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“Model T Salvage yard / junkyard”?
70 years ago they were all over the place.
Now they don’t exist.
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Sun Oct 10, 2021 3:25 pm
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Radiator Core Question
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Rodger Erickson » Fri Oct 08, 2021 11:27 am
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For the past several years I've been running a radiator on my speedster with unpainted fins; the idea is that bare metal transfers heat more efficiently than a painted surface. (This is a Southern California car so I need all the heat transfer I can get.) The problem is that now I'm starting to see blue patina forming on some of the fins. This...
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Don’t waste your time screwing around with any of the “maybe this will work” answers.
Take it to a RADIATOR SHOP and have it prepped and painted. They can properly do it with the proper materials so the paint sticks, stays looking good, cools well, and has good longevity.
Professional radiator paint, properly applied, is heat conducive and won’t...
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Sun Oct 10, 2021 3:00 pm
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Severe Smoke Damage to T
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colonelpowers » Wed Oct 06, 2021 10:36 pm
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Hello,
I wanted to see if anyone has any advice on cleaning/restoring smoke damage from a T. We had a fire two nights ago and my beloved T has suffered greatly. It took me over a hour before I was able to convince the firemen to stop fighting the fire long enough to push the car out of the garage. When it finally rolled out it was completely...
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Have you checked your homeowners policy? If parked in a structure that was covered under it, it might be covered too.
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Sun Oct 10, 2021 12:41 pm
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1925 Roadster Question
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20touring » Fri Oct 08, 2021 11:31 am
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Opinions: What’s wrong with this car?
The top looks like the back curtain slants forward and the wheels somehow look too small and the tires too big.
Feel free to give your opinions, it is advertised as a 1925 model year.
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I don't want to turn this discussion into an argument, but when I see a water pump IMHO it's usually a Band-Aid for a cooling issue. Take a close look at the radiator - if it's a round-tube, (the vertical tubes are round) it probably needs a radiator. If it's a flat-tube (the vertical tubes are relatively flat) the radiator has probably been...
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Last post by John Codman
Sun Oct 10, 2021 12:39 pm
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Working shows- 2 sales.
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Dollisdad » Wed Oct 06, 2021 9:07 pm
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Great photos - thank you…
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Sun Oct 10, 2021 10:56 am
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can a buckboard pick up be put on the back of a 12 torpedo roadster?
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TBones12 » Sat Oct 02, 2021 10:39 pm
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I asked this before and someone was kind enough to respond but I forget who he is.
I would like ot PM him if he responds again.
The pick up will extend about 18 to 20 inches I think. If so, won't that potentially crack or break if someone sits on the tail?
I would grateful if someone posted pictures of their converted 11-14 converted roadster...
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I am still appreciating you posts on the buckboard.
I am printing them out for reference. Then going to an Amish gentleman for consideration of the build. His business makes wagons etc... for the Amish. They also do iron works too.
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Sun Oct 10, 2021 8:51 am
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SCAM ALERT 10/10/2021
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Jack Tarlinton » Sat Oct 09, 2021 11:23 pm
Hi Everyone,
I'd like to report a scammer who goes by the name of Ian Dyler, and possibly others.
He tried to sell me a set of roadster irons using photos from the HAMB and other places. He made contact via my wanted ad on this website.
Uses good English, reasonably spoken.
His email address is:
iandyler22@gmail.com
He asks for PayPal...
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Sat Oct 09, 2021 11:23 pm
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Source for High dV/dT capacitors
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JBog » Fri Sep 24, 2021 10:40 am
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Who is making these? It would be nice to buy them from the source.
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I use a capacitor test meter. I have not seen any non rebuilt coil over 60 years old that had a good capacitor.
The dozen or so that I rebuilt 5 years ago using the slightly flattened style capacitor still tests good at this time.
New capacitor meters are available at a reasonable price on the internet. I highly recommendto all to get one. Mine...
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Sat Oct 09, 2021 10:17 pm
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difference
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RichardG » Fri Oct 08, 2021 9:56 pm
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looking to find the difference in the early carb tin stove heater, i have two or three they all seem to be slightly different , one has a hole where the lug that holds the intake and exhaust to the block reach's through , looks factory,
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This happened to me on an A, but could also happen on a T. When I was in high school I had a 29 A. One morning on the way to school, it started running lean so I fiddled with the richness mixture. It kept getting worse until it quit running. Turned out the carburetor had fallen off the manifold. The bolts came out! This car had a Tiltson...
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Sat Oct 09, 2021 11:18 am
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Twinkle, Twinkle little car.
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Dollisdad » Fri Oct 08, 2021 9:00 pm
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A kid in a nearby town inherited a stack of Ford Times and threw them on marketplace. Inside one issue were two vehicle registration cards for the yrs. 1914 and 1915. The car is a Ford T roadster, built the first week of April, 1912. How I wonder where you are? 198D8F53-9015-428D-B508-E45F7D0ADD83.jpeg 3780696F-E553-430E-BCAC-6CA379F03604.jpeg
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Wow! How cool is that! Lucky you for acquiring it Tom!
Thanks Rusty for posting where it lived. Saved me doing it. Was just about to go on Google Earth.
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Sat Oct 09, 2021 8:26 am
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Odd Radiator Fill Necks
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ModelTWoods » Fri Oct 08, 2021 10:10 am
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I have seen two odd radiator fill necks on T radiators. Both necks were on 1926 flat tube, two row core radiators (the odd balls), Unlike the familiar plated neck used on most low and high radiators from 1917 to 1927, these necks are perfectly straight with internal threads for the cap on the inside, kind of like 28-29 radiator fill necks. Has...
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This is the radiator I put on my '22 Coupe. The neck is the same diameter all the way to the tank. It is a low one and one of the aftermarket replacements. Some may recognize the neck casting. I would replace it with one with the proper neck but it cools better than any others I have.
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It is tube and fin but I have some cellular radiators...
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Sat Oct 09, 2021 1:47 am
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Head bolts
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mbowen » Thu Oct 07, 2021 3:07 pm
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Which of these head bolts are correct for a 1925 engine? Also, is this a high or low head?
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In the aviation world we’re taught that rolled threads are stronger than cut threads. Here’s a video that shows why:
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Sat Oct 09, 2021 12:25 am
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1926/1927 Gas Tank question.
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Jay In Northern Ca. » Fri Oct 08, 2021 4:12 pm
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Are the gas tanks the exact same on both the open and closed 1926/1927 Model T's? Thanks in advance.
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Tudor and Touring may not be the same, ran across this post while researching for my 1927 Touring.
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Fri Oct 08, 2021 9:27 pm
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Raising compression
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Bryant » Tue Oct 05, 2021 7:34 pm
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Has anyone ever cut down a low compression cylinder head to raise the compression of there engine? Basically looking to see if it can be done and about how much you can reasonably take off with the stock pistons in it.
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Iam looking thru my Lang’s catalog now thinking Iam gonna need a lot of pennies! I guess time will tell. My goal was 5 years so hopefully she will be in good shape for her 100th birthday 🥳
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Fri Oct 08, 2021 5:32 pm
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Differentials
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jeffstag » Fri Oct 08, 2021 3:31 pm
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What is the difference in these differentials ?
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It looks like I can mix and match the different styles of differential halves. I can used the bottom half with the thru bolts, and then go with a top half with or without grooves. Both look good in terms of wear.
I have switched tops. The axle gear hole is/was originally 1.812 Measure them, to know for sure.
A best guess on the stud type usage...
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Fri Oct 08, 2021 4:40 pm
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Timer adjustment gauge
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Dennis_Brown » Thu Oct 07, 2021 10:31 pm
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What are the measurements for a timer adjustment made from scrap aluminum? Need center to center distance and diameter of holes.
Thanks
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I was just rereading the post the 15°BTDC must be 15° ATDC.
Andre
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Fri Oct 08, 2021 4:04 pm
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When we run out of ethanol
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Been Here Before » Thu Oct 07, 2021 10:06 am
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When we run out of ethanol
Whilst looking through past issues of the AACA monthly publication, I came across an article that may be familiar with some in the group.
A wood fired Model T. The article appeared in 1958 and was originally published in an English Publication Model Engineer Magazine.
Model Engineer Magazine was first published (in...
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I agree with Pat on the hybrids. The bride's 2018 Chrysler Pacifica minivan was recalled for a minor repair; our service contract provides a loaner from the dealer. The dealer was no fool and loaned us a new hybrid Pacifica. It uses about half of the gasoline that our IC Pacifica does, but the battery is under the seats and the hybrid van does not...
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Fri Oct 08, 2021 12:24 pm
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Warford
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Craig Leach » Fri Oct 08, 2021 4:30 am
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Been fighting a leaking Warford trans that leaks out the the rear more than the owner would like. This can be resolved in a Muncie by using sealed ball bearings. Has anyone tried using sealed ball bearings in a Warford instead of taperd roller bearings?
Thanks.
Craig.
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Is it possible the lube is too thin? I have had leak troubles in a number of cars from transmissions, rear axles and transaxles and I traced it to the lube. Modern thin-bodied gear lube is formulated to reduce running drag and help boost mileage, while original gear boxes almost always took 600w. I have kept a barrel of steam cylinder oil around...
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Last post by Dan Haynes
Fri Oct 08, 2021 12:13 pm
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Spots On Headlight Rims….
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MichaelPawelek » Thu Oct 07, 2021 6:24 pm
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I have no clue whether these rims are nickel or chrome plated. How does one remove the tiny spots in the plating? Would it be best to use a cloth wheel with rouge and then seal with wax or is there a better option. Will decide what to do more permanently later on …😊
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Michael, since the previous owner CONVERTED the 25 to look like a 26-27, why not paint all plated surfaces black, and return it to original, eliminating the problem of plating deterioration? BTW, what's the verdict on the white wall tires? :D
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Last post by ModelTWoods
Fri Oct 08, 2021 10:01 am
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Shout out to Tim Morsher…
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George Mills » Thu Oct 07, 2021 1:09 pm
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I have always heard his products are very detailed and nice…
I have never knowingly purchased product of Tim’s’…
He put up that post about a keyboard (that’s key board) and after looking at it a while over a period of time…having no need for it really as I have 2 sets of master cheater keys….I did something usually not on my radar…impulse buy...
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Thank you very much, George! Much appreciated, and always glad to hear comments like that. For the others, Candy is dandy, but model T stuff doesn’t rot ‘yer teeth! Just an old saying I’ve heard.
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Last post by Dropacent
Fri Oct 08, 2021 9:04 am
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Question About Steel Rim Tires
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BLB27 » Mon Oct 04, 2021 9:54 pm
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Are the 11/2 rim liners ok for my 1927 wheels or do I need the 5 wide rim flaps?
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Use narrow rim strips in your wire wheels, the rubber strip protects the tube where it rides in the drop center. That area has the weld joints of the spokes that can rub and wreck a tube.
Never use a flap in Ford welded spoke drop center rims. If a flap is used, the tire casing can’t be squeezed into the drop center, and if installed, later...
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Last post by DanTreace
Fri Oct 08, 2021 9:02 am
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Model T auction Fremont, Ohio
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Bill Coyle » Mon Oct 04, 2021 12:25 pm
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This auction, Oct 16th, is only Cars and Parts... There are many Model T and Model A parts. There are chassis, frames, couple bodies. 27 Coupe, 24TT Truck with an auxiliary transmission and Dump Box. There is an additional TT Ruckstell Axle/Driveshaft. Early auto and tractor magnetos plus Ford tractor parts.
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TT Dump Truck. Dump box hasn't been brought over yet.
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Fri Oct 08, 2021 1:10 am
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Anyone at Hershey see this Couplet?
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Dan Hatch » Wed Oct 06, 2021 3:37 pm
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Found this on AACA site. Is it a real 15? How much was asking? Thanks Dan
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Body seems real. But.
Lots of mods, deep sump pan, dash with electronics, think asking was upper 30’s , but hard to eavesdrop with a Stanley Steamer chugging by. ;)
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Thu Oct 07, 2021 9:39 pm
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1914 Crank Pulley Removal and Reinstallation Question
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bpresslylsmo » Thu Oct 07, 2021 10:54 am
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I have a late 1913 engine (#369365) in my 1914 Depot Hack with what appears to be a correct narrow snout crankcase (oil pan w/ 3 dip inspection plate). I removed the radiator and fan to provide good access to the front cover. My original intent was to correct two problems: leaking crankshaft seal and off-center cam shaft to front cover alignment....
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You should be able to get the camshaft cover off without pulling the engine unless someone installed a modern seal on the end of the crankshaft which would fit into the groove in both the cover and the crankcase.
Norm
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Last post by Norman Kling
Thu Oct 07, 2021 9:07 pm
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New Gas Tanks at HERSHEY
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Racer_22 » Thu Oct 07, 2021 6:56 pm
I have two new production Round gas tanks and 1 Oval tank for sale at space GCB 30-32I' ll be on the field till noon time on Friday.
Kevin Prus phone 330-seven seven 4-seven130. Priced at $275.00
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Difficulty getting 30-35 lbs of torque on Ruckstell Ring GearBolts
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henryford2 » Mon Oct 04, 2021 4:15 pm
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Has anyone else had difficulty with the currently available Ruckstell ring gear bolts in getting the specified 30-35 lbs. of torque and aren't the washers suppose to be hardend as mentioned in the handbook? I have two styles of torque wrenches a beam and clicker ( I use one to check the other) these are not inexpensive Harbor Freight Tools. What...
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Got the replacement bolts today. Thank you again. In comparing the old to the new, they do have a different finish and machining marks, so either a different vendor or different batch? The one thing that drew my attention to the new bolts is that the shank has an undercut at the start of the fillet under the head. In my experience if the bolt is...
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Thu Oct 07, 2021 5:59 pm
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MTFCA Move
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sweet23 » Tue Oct 05, 2021 7:12 pm
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When and why was the MTFCA base moved from California to Richmond IN ?
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thanks for the info Wayne.
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Cast iron pistons question
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Darren J Wallace » Thu Oct 07, 2021 9:22 am
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Does anyone know if cast iron pistons are supposed to be cam ground or not. Thanks!
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I'm pretty sure the cast iron originals were not. I believe they did have some relief in the ring land area. Aluminum pistons required a lot of re-thinking to control expansion and dimensional changes.
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Cam gear and timing.
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AndreFordT » Sun Sep 26, 2021 10:36 am
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I was called by someone with a 1925 tudor with this story:
Since the rebuild of the engine, 5 years ago, the engine doesn't run very well. First the rebuilder said he need to run in the engine. After a few hundred miles the engine run better but have still no power. He changed the coils with good rebuilds and rebuild the carburetor, still no...
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As promise here I am back with what I found this morning.
I first did what Norman said and started with the basic first. Inspecting the ignition.
The timer was the Anderson (flapper) timer. The rod was set with the two holes timer gauge.
To start the engine the ignition lever had to be set about one inch down and than it was still hard to start...
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Thu Oct 07, 2021 9:05 am
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steering gear
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Liberty Garage » Wed Oct 06, 2021 7:33 pm
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Is anyone familiar with this aftermarket steering gear?? The housing contains planetary DSCF8489.JPG gears like those under the steering wheel.
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It looks like an Overland Model 91 quadrant as well.
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Pic O’clock
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Just speculating David, but I think he is saying time for pictures in a poetic way. Silly, me, I sort of appreciate such frivolity! :lol:
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Hail storm in Dallas, Texas
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John E. Guitar » Tue Oct 05, 2021 5:41 pm
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Almost twenty years ago, we were living on Califunny's North coast when the since-records-were-kept rainfall record was broken. A more than two inch an hour rainstorm in very high winds! The next morning, my 1988 Chevrolet Suburban tow vehicle had numerous places, two more than a foot square, where the paint was gone!
By the way, we were out in...
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Question About Radiator Cap
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BLB27 » Tue Oct 05, 2021 7:59 pm
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Should there be a rubber gasket under the radiator cap?
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I run my Lang's neoprene gasket smooth side down. I have gotten 3-4 yrs out of a new one before replacement.
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Wed Oct 06, 2021 8:24 pm
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This Isn't A Model A Forum, But
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ModelTWoods » Tue Oct 05, 2021 1:30 pm
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I have an opportunity to buy a restored, running, driving 30-31 Model A chassis that a local rodder has borrowed the body from. The chassis will even come with nice restored and painted front fenders, running boards, and splash aprons, all for less than the cost of a restored engine and transmission. Its very tempting, but without an original...
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A speedster to me look odd as they have a high radiator
That's what I think too, esp when they mount bucket seats a few inches off the floor! Looks like a chopper with monkey handle bars, the ones that are higher than the riders head! :lol:
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OCF Trip Report—The Geezer Returns
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Steve Jelf » Sun Sep 19, 2021 12:31 am
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First, an explanation of why there were no reports from the road this time: websites will no longer accept the obsolete browsers on my laptop. I've resisted updating the operating system and browsers because that would mean losing some useful applications I like and use. But it appears that I will have to lose them if I am to post from that...
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We want .... INFORMATION.... and by hook or by crook, WE WILL GET IT! (Up yours, matey.)
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Source for GPS Tracker for Model T Trailer
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Don D » Mon Oct 04, 2021 5:32 pm
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With the theft of the trailer containing two (2) Model T's recently at the Texas T Party I was thinking it is time to get a GPS Tracker for my trailer. If you have experience with these units I would be interested hearing about your unit, how it works and a source to find one. I am not looking for a product endorsement but information so I get...
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Just wondering ... If a fellow goes to all the trouble to add a toung lock, GPS tracker and special graphics as well as a number to the roof of their trailer would the insurance co give you a discount on theft insurance since you are doing everything possible to help avoid it?
Surely you jest! These are insurance companies you're talking...
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Tue Oct 05, 2021 6:07 pm
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Quick pics
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Dollisdad » Tue Oct 05, 2021 12:16 am
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On the shipping photo...
Is there a date? Any other info?? I wonder where they are shipping them?
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Tue Oct 05, 2021 5:13 pm
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Major Discovery Rocks the T World! I have found the best timer!
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ThreePedalTapDancer » Mon Oct 04, 2021 6:03 pm
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After many years of searching in the darkest, remote, war torn reaches of the world, I have here for your wonderment and enjoyment….The Best Timer For The Model T Ford!
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I guess there were a couple of versions, pure Bakelite, brown plastic with zinc screws, and grey hard plastic with zinc screws. Here is a pic of the brown with zinc screws.
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Tue Oct 05, 2021 3:03 pm
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Live streaming Hershey
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Dan Hatch » Tue Oct 05, 2021 9:57 am
Anyone going to live stream from Hershey? If so where?
I was looking for a webcam from there but can not find one. Anyone know of one?
Thanks Dan
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Tue Oct 05, 2021 9:57 am
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Nice day in the Country
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JamesD » Sun Oct 03, 2021 8:06 pm
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Beautiful day for a little spin in the country. There's a dirt road down a few miles from my house with some corn on the side. Tried to do my best Steve Jelf impression but I don't have a pair of bib overalls! As you can see the T is a bit tight for my 6'6 but it's still fun to drive. Haven't sorted out my generator issue yet so I'm just driving...
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I'm about 6-3 and yep! These T's are bit snug. My Runabouts ain't bad but we settle in comfy.
Neat express pickup! Quiet roads and a slow-down ride with a T. Magic.
A Torpedo Roadster will take care of that!! :lol:
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Tue Oct 05, 2021 7:45 am
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Is Spray Painting White Wall Wheels Black A Stupid Idea?
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MichaelPawelek » Sun Oct 03, 2021 8:29 am
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The 1925 Coupe I bought last month finally arrives this week. A previous owner during a complete ground up rebuild decided he wanted to make the ‘25 a ‘26 and painted it Maroon and added wire wheels with white wall tires. I hate the white wall tire look and would like to change to black wall tires.
If I mounted the tires with the white side to...
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Terry, Once I get the Coupe here, change all the fluids and see what might need to be done, I’ll contact you depending on what Marilyn, daughter-in-law, and granddaughter say. I might be out voted! 😊
Michael, I understand the wishes of others. Fortunately (or perhaps, unfortunately) Linda could care less what I do with my Model T's, so I don't...
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Tue Oct 05, 2021 12:12 am
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'Twas the Night Before Hershey
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Retro54 » Mon Oct 04, 2021 8:11 pm
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I write this back in 2017 and started posting it on Facebook each year ahead if the AACA Hershey Fall Meet. Though you kids might enjoy. See you at the show!
...Twas the night before Hershey and all through the fields, not a creature was stirring, footed or wheeled. The tables were set in vendor spaces with care, with hope in the morning buyers...
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Absolutely precocious!
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Mon Oct 04, 2021 9:15 pm
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Holley Carb? Mod "g"?
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GoldToyBox » Sun Sep 05, 2021 2:57 pm
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Hello Everyone
The back story:
1921 Model TT Obenchain-Boyer firetruck, City of Fowler, California, NO: 1
Was running fine in 2019 and was driving the TT back to the garage after the Cranberry Parade/Car Show.
Loud backfire, engine died, Hagerty towed it home.
Family calamity and Covid hits, so the TT sits in the garage until now.
Time to get...
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The correct carburetor is either a Kingston L4 or or Holley NH with off-center drain. The NH is a better choice. I have a Holley G on my '17 and have had good luck with it but it was rebuilt by a pro...I second Scott's suggestion to get the carburetor book. Alternatively, if you don't feel comfortable tearing into it you can send the carb to one...
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Mon Oct 04, 2021 6:33 pm
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Rythmic Drivetrain Clacking
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erkbrn » Mon Jul 05, 2021 11:39 pm
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Hello everyone,
I recently noticed a rythmic, loud clacking noise coming from my 15 touring that developed after a (relatively) long drive. The speed of the noise increases with speed and is gone when at a standstill. It's loud enough to hear over the engine and other associated driving sounds, even when moving at around 35 mph. At ~25 mph it...
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The thrust washers were still in good shape (one was bronze, one was babbitt) and so was the DS bearing. The DS bearing sleeve had a chip or two out of it, but it was still there and holding tight otherwise. Could be the chips from the bearing sleeve caused the devastation. Could also have been that most of the gear oil had leaked out and been...
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Mon Oct 04, 2021 5:32 pm
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What would be a fair selling price…
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jiminbartow » Sat Oct 02, 2021 11:53 pm
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Since there have been several “what would be a fair selling price for this”, inquiries, I have one of my own. How much should I ask for my 1926 Fordor? Always garage kept. All complete, all original, never restored, super solid body wood and joints. Body very straight and aligned. No damage or dents to body. Doors close good and straight. I bought...
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Hey Marine,
I think you are short-selling yourself with the balloon number you floated.
One thing I have learned about this forum participants...by and large they buy cheap and won't consider otherwise...lol...(but true)
You have what others call the color problem...but its not a color 'problem' it just limits the audience, or, has someone...
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Mon Oct 04, 2021 4:33 pm
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Old Photo - Down Home
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Jay In Northern Ca. » Sun Oct 03, 2021 7:14 pm
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Trying to discover the history of unknown photographs can be fascinating. In the search for identifying clues there is a banner, 'Yakima', across the front windscreen, and the number 569 or similar above the door of the house, which might perhaps be useful.
I read that the Washington State flag was ratified in 1923, the date of the registration...
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Mon Oct 04, 2021 3:46 pm
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Mon Oct 04, 2021 12:29 pm
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Tony Wiltshire’s Celebration of Life
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Brent Mize » Tue Sep 14, 2021 9:13 am
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Please join us at the MTFCA Museum to celebrate the life of Tony Wiltshire on Sunday September 26 at 1:30.
Lunch will be served from 12:00 to 1:30.
Bring your light hearted stories of Tony to share.
Please let us know if are planning on attending to help us plan lunch by sending an email to nancy0820@aol.com.
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Last time, I spoke with Tony, he was no longer producing the timers. He was looking for someone to buy it and continue production. Tony also told me Lang's would still carry the brushes though.
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Mon Oct 04, 2021 10:33 am
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Mon Oct 04, 2021 10:28 am
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Post your 2021 Hershey Swap Spaces Here!
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CudaMan » Fri Aug 20, 2021 11:09 am
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Starting this thread a little early due to the pent-up anticipation of returning to Hershey in 2021.
Please post your swap spaces in this thread, along with a short summary of the goodies you will be offering. Thanks! :)
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Cn60-65 RJl Automotive Fasteners and Vintage wiring supplies cloth covered wire
,loom,spark plugs wires fasteners etc
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Mon Oct 04, 2021 9:19 am
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Luray?
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bobt » Mon Oct 04, 2021 6:42 am
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Is there going to be a fall swap meet in Luray. Va this year? bobt
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Not this fall but it should still scheduled for May 2022.
Brad
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Mon Oct 04, 2021 9:11 am
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Sunday pics
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Dollisdad » Sun Oct 03, 2021 3:38 pm
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That girl with the taxi is selling hot air !
Must be a gas bag full of coal gas, as used over here in WW2
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Mon Oct 04, 2021 6:23 am
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