MTFCA Forum

I purchased my T not long ago and the gentleman stated that the motor was recently rebuilt. I’ve taken the head off and the cylinders walls look recently honed. Pistons are std T.

Do I basically need to strip it down to the block and measure everything to know for sure? How can I tell if new Babbitt was poured?

-Tom

I'm trying to help a new T owner who recently purchased some sheet metal parts (surface rust but not rusted through -- but without any wood in them) for a touring. But the parts are clearly from at least two different cars. He has a 1924 high cowl front seat section and a 1917-1920s 5 piece rear seat tub. Those parts were not attached -- just laid...

Hi, I know couple treads covering that topic in the past. But now in 2020, the reality changes and tires are not the same than previous decades. Which tires are the best to use and the easier to install in 2020? But I would like to know for 30x31/2 tire s which one is the best so far. All were made in Vietnam by Universal Vintage tire so I suspect...

I am reinstalling my generator. Is there anything I should apply to the gasket where it bolts on to the support mount? A sealant of some kind, or just bolt it on?
Many thanks in advance for your advice ☺️!

I recently brought home a '27 Touring car that belongs to a friend, I am to get it running after a long sleep of 28 years. This car carries the NYS Insp. sticker I applied in1991 for his dad the owner, at the time it was a real nice late T. The owner a retired farmer down the road about 8 miles brought it to the garage for annual inspection the...

I have a '15 car with a low head, Unfortunately it is cracked. Now I have 3 spare heads. One, a high head, one a low head with a spark plug hole that needs repairing. Now, here is the confusing part. The last head is good, magnafluxed with no cracks but needs surfacing. It is clearly dated 7-27, yet it is a low head and It has the Ford logo cast...

Number 1 coil-cylinder not firing. Changed plug , coil. Found 1 wire loose at timer. No positive change. Coil fires if engine not running.
Appreciate help on my situation. Thanks.

When my 1920 T is running on battery or magneto, how should the ammeter read?
If not at all, where should I trouble shoot?
Thanking all in advance.

I found this photo taken in 1927.

Threshing machine T 27.jpg

I wonder what the hitch is attached to.

Threshing machine T hitch 27.jpg

Who rebuilds engines and transmissions. I have a 1927 coupe.

I was very sad to see that Herm Kohnke passed away this April. Does anyone know if the business has continued to operate? I need a set of rods checked out and straightened. Herm has done wonderful work for me in the past when others had said the the same rods were fine . Loss of such fine craftsmen impart a slow but steady degradation to our hobby.

Need help! Can't remember which position is OFF on this style valve. Lever pointed at carb or pointed at fuel line?

valve.jpg

Thanks!

I have been running a Kingston carb (L4?) on the 13T. Over the last year, I’ve read numerous threads about T carbs and decided I wanted to purchase a new model carb and keep the Kingston in reserve as a backup/spare. Though there’s always debate and disagreement... there seemed to be a consensus some carbs were simply better performers. Though a...

I need to replace my spark control rod. I have the steering wheel off and the have the cap covering the gears off. How does the cup come off so I can pull the rod up and out? I have the retaining split pin out at the spring.
Bob Giles

Hi everyone,
I was looking through the Macs auto parts catalog and I found this running board support bracket (picture is attached).
I was wondering, is this an original or aftermarket part? Does anyone else use them on their cars?
Any insight is much appreciated.

This has been sitting here for awhile, finally came up in the queue. Been doing OF's all week, making parts and trying to get some done and in the mail. Finally got back to the shop early last week after fall auction season and doing some needed work at the ranch, beat the snowstorm but not the cold here.

So, I got this in along with a sad...

Are we still going to have the Texas T
Party tour and is there any members of the Austin model T Club that go out and drive around on Saturdays or Sundays by themselves looking for company my name is Wayne and I have seven Model Tees

What’s the secret to using the felt washers? I replaced the old copper fuel line with a steel line. I ordered new pack nuts and felt washers. Got it all together turn the fuel on and both nuts was leaking gas. It’s my first time using the washers. I put the nut on the line then a washer, used a small screw driver to pack it in the nut enough to...

As I said in other posts, I am new to the model T world. My 1925 T Sedan is my first. That being said, my car only starts on mag it runs rough once started I switch it to battery and it smooths out. Is that normal? If I try to start it on battery it won’t start, why is that? My coils only buzz on mag, they don’t buzz on battery. Is that normal? If...

What is the best way to start a T?

What a gorgeous day today was. 74, bright blue skies, another perfect picnic tour. At least to start. We toured about an hour to one of our favorite local Wineries, shot the breeze for about an hour, then the severe storm watch hit my phone so we decided to head for home which was of course about an hour drive. What a difference 3 hours makes! The...

How do I tell if an alt is 6 volt or 12 volt. It is Delhi, has a battery post and a one wire plug. Has a plate screwed on the front to make it fit a T. No numbers I can see. Here is a pic.
image.jpg
image.jpg

Thanks Dan

We have seen Boyco running board cans, but this is the first a Boyco creeper I have ever seen.

Found these old Australia related items grandpa had.

Darin

I don’t think my generator is putting out, my ammeter barely moves when the car is running. Is there a way to check it without removing it? I installed a new cutout, and now it won’t charge. Do I have to flash it?

Does anyone have any information on a water pump made for Model T Fords with the name Rotoflow? It was made by Ringleader Company in Richmond, IN.

Thanks,

Arnie

I was going to ask the forum about this gage thinking it was for gas.
NLgageJ.jpg
After some searching I found this post by Jay. It turns out to be a NL oil gage.
NLgage.jpg
Though we don't hear as much from Jay as we used to he continues to be a great resource. His information on accessories as well as the old photographs he has posted over...

B14A47AA-461A-4379-9665-E3247B739F5E.jpeg F0FCEC04-CBB5-411A-A483-9EBC0A7232E9.jpeg 422F0A91-7C67-49E4-B41F-88380BF42BD7.jpeg DB0F1017-55E7-427A-800D-DD32AF0FF24E.jpeg

Saw this on tbay, missing rockers, but if you are handy you can make some.

I was doing some internet reading on the history of rubber in general and use on tires in particular. One article (link below) was especially interesting as to the development of rubber tires. Somebody here recently asked when tires switched from white to black. In the linked article, it seems that adding carbon black to rubber was found to...

Should I buy the APCO Adjustable Ball Cap for the Front Radius rod or is the original setup with shims, if needed just as good?

The same question applies to the Steering gear rod Ball Cap.

This is for my 1919 Touring.

We on the way at 18 degrees to the outdoor Model T swap meet in Owatonna Mn. You gotta love it. See you there. Bob.

I noticed some front end wobbling in the past week of driving and thought I’d get a jump on it right away. The sooner the better. I had the afternoon off from work and it was up to 75 this afternoon, so a good time to tinker. After jacking up the front axle I found the king pin bushings on the right side were loose and the ball joint under the pan...

I’m trying to figure out when and where my 1925 Tudor sedan was made. Serial number is 12172526. What month and what plant location was it made?

What types of grease do you all use for your wheel bearings? Seems like previous owner of my T used all-purpose for everything (including wheel bearings). Are there any notable benefits to using grease made specifically for wheel bearings?

Commutators b flat.jpg

For a good many of us, the experience of driving a century-old car isn't about convenience or reliability. In fact, historical purists see frequently required maintenance and inconvenient breakdowns as part of the game. Other folks are just looking for some reliable fun. They're okay with putting demountable wheel rims...

Newbie from NC, in my late, late 50's. Been a vintage Honda Motorcycle guy for a few years so I'm moderately metrically mechanical. I'm about to be thrust into the caretaker's role of my Aunt's 26 (I think) Speedster. My uncle passed in '08 so the last time it ran was before then. I would like to know what I need to do to get her started again....

Hi All

I picked up a '13 block for my '13 Canadian touring project recently. When I took the valve covers off to inspect it I noticed that something appears to be missing inside. See if you can spot what's not present.

And has anyone else run across this missing step in the engine manufacture before.

Drive Safe
Jeff
Nova Scotia

I am now thinking about side curtains on the 23 runabout. I’m confused about how they are fastened. My assumption is that the fronts are secured to the windshield bracket and posts with flat hooks. Then the top of the fronts are held inside by three common sense twisty fasteners that are on each side of my front bows. There is also a common sense...

What is the remedy when the teeth on the steering quadrant are worn and the throttle slips down while driving? Leery about using a file form new teeth.

2020 10 20 Model Coupe snow.jpg

Hoping to get it inside and start working on the top and upholstery, do a little carb switch to something that runs better and build a Hoover Box for the back where the trunk used to be. Also going to install my manifold heater, new wiring and upgrade to LED bulbs. All original except for the fenders being brush...

I was asked offline about top boots for open cars. Using Google to search for old threads on the subject, I came up with these:

Title says it all....

Found this weather vain and trying to convince my wife to put it on the roof of our home. LOL

I am looking for someone to rebuild my Westinghouse coil and the voltage regulator from my 1917 American LaFrance. Dose anyone have any suggestions ?

How much side to side movement is acceptable for the bronze clutch release ring (T-3400) ?? Horseshoe shaped.

I am talking about in and out of the side of the hogshead. Thanks

Need some help determining which battery I will need. I saw a video recently showing an Optima 8010-044 used in a '25 T.

Will this battery work for me?

Are there other/better options?

I currently have an Optima in my Bugeye and after a year in the body shop sitting dormant, it started on the first crank.

Once I get the car home, I figure this...

I and another Model T restorer have volunteer to work on restoring a 1928 Midget Model T built on a reduced size chassis and custom body. This vehicle is owned by
a local museum in Bay City Michigan .Very little information has been found so far about The Midget Car Co. Of Findlay , Ohio . It is believe that only 500 of these cars were produced....

Hello, I want to own a 1919-1925 touring. I have seen some Model Ts with split rims and balloon tires. Are those the best tire option for the T or are there better alternatives? Thank you

Hi,

I'm ready ton install the Brass wooden body trim, 3/4 x 1/4 x 60 arround my 1914 fire wall. Any suggestion how to do the 90 degree corner? See bellow 2 pictures I took from internet. The third pictur, is my actual project so far. I would like to avoid cutting the brass at 45 degree if it is possible.

Thank you for the help.

1914 fire wall...

A group of friends came by yesterday and checked my 1910 engine over. It turned out the compession was low due to the engine not run for over 10 years. They decided to tow the T and it started right off. After adjusting the gas/air mix, the engine ran and sounded real nice. AND THE MAG WORKED GREAT! We had pulled the engine and istalled a new...

Hello all,

I am having such a silly problem at the moment. I am attempting to remove the front wheels in order to send them out for rebuilding, but the spindle washer is stuck on the passenger side. When I changed bearings on a previous car, they just came right off. The washer on this one seems to have been deformed such that it wiggles a bit...

Not a Model T one, but I got you to look.

I have several questions on tires and wheels, on the early TT's. I have a 1921 built the first part of May. It has the 32 X 4 1/2 on the rear. And 30 x 3 1/2 on the front. My first question is how many years did they use the 32 X 4 1/2 on the rear. And what kind of tire/tread pattern would they have had from the factory. Did they have a matching...

Hello fellow T owners!! I have a model t powerplant and bought a governor fan for it. Now the fan is missing everything except the flyweights. Does anyone have a picture of a complete one so i can perhaps fabricate new parts?

Guys need some help.
#1. Nine leaf low arch front. What does it fit?

#2.eight leaf high arch front. What does it fit?

Can not find in Lang’s catalog a listing. These supposedly came out of Ford dealer in1950’s.
The nine leaf has two leafs same size? Thanks for any info. Dan

Just getting 26 Tudor on the road and observed two things when in high gear, slippage going up slight grade and during throttle down it continues to roll freely.
In referencing the model T service manual it discusses adjusting the three fingers screws to obtain a 13/16 gap between clutch shift and the drive plate. Upon inspection the gap is...

I got a new cutout today, the diode type. There was a warning label that said I needed to turn my generator down to 5 watts. How do I do that?

Can someone translate the engine date on this for me?

41495239

Thanks!

Simple question.
How does a model T ignition work on mag AC and battery DC?

I just found this ad the other day and wanted to share it. It'd be nice if we could still buy them for $57.75!

Rajo ad.jpg[/attachment}

I knew I had posted these photos here before, but couldn't remember when. Thanks to Google, I found that I posted them in 2011 and again in April 2016. Since there are new people who have joined the forum in the last 4-1/2 years, I thought I'd post them again.

In 1929, my dad was a student at Washington University in St. Louis and was in the ROTC...

It's there in the second half of the video.

This reproduction horn bracket has broken off for the third time. Once out of the package, another time after I soldered it back together, and again after I had a buddy solder it with what he said was the best solder. He is a HVAC installer. There is not enough stem to go thru the bracket to get solder onto. What repair can be done to fix this? I...

Was gathering up parts to list For Sale on the MTFCA Classifieds and came upon this front spring perch. I thought they all had a ‘boss’ that showed which side of the axle they should be installed. This one obviously doesn’t. The number cast into it doesn’t appear to be Ford-6318 -then a cartouche. The Oiler hole is a little offset too

Hello again, it's me Randy. I am 14 years old and in the future, I want to buy a Ford Model T. The ideal Model T I want is a 1919-1925 touring car because not only does it have the electric starter, but it has more room than the coupe and the runabout. How much does the average 1919-25 tourer cost? What are the steps to buying a Model T? Thank you...

Just wanted to show off my newly refurbished model t radiator. My 1923 touring was overheating after just a few minutes of run time. No one around here wanted to take the time to refurb or recore. I was able to contact motor mission in Las Vegas Nevada. Jimmy and his team out there were extremely professional and knowledgeable, these people...

Another T can be found on Shorpy. This time titled Time to Wash the Ford It is in the member's contributions section.

20200918_210422.jpg Just brought this Touring home. Awakened this devil after a twenty year nap. Has cast pistons, original interior, 15 hood. Had to drill drain holes in valve galleys, about a quart of oil was trapped in them. Fan belt was like a potato chip. Would Brassworks rebuild the radiator?

1A7FAF89-3510-45D7-A594-C32FCDFA692D.jpeg C5723411-D24A-4170-8D71-18B67AADC74B.jpeg 303CBCE1-F8CF-48E5-8624-EA42924DD6DE.jpeg 5DA639AB-A0D6-4F41-B38A-7CD3EF2E0835.jpeg

How would my lights have been originally turned on, on my 1923 touring? It is a starter car. And canadian built if that matters. Thanks

I refreshed a mid-twenty’s model t transmission by inspecting for drum cracks, new Kevlar bands, new band springs, and adjusting for neutral with new hardware. The clutch fingers set screws are all the way forward. I left them as I found them when I took the engine out of the chassis.
The high speed is engaged when I try to start the engine. I...

So a month ago George started running a little rough. At first I thought it was a spark problem as shorting #1 had zero effect. Hours down that path proved useless, so I just kept driving and Trying to adjust the mixture on the carb to no avail.

Then Last Tuesday I took a drive to get a flu shot and the motor started backfiring on decelerations....

My name is Dave Beck and I am restoring a 1926 roadster. I would like to paint the body the gun metal blue if possible but have been unable to find a current Dupont paint code for it. I have tried the old codes and none will cross to Dupont. I would like to do a base coat clear coat paint job. If anyone can help please feel free to contact me....

Hi:
Does anyone know if these are still available or who might have a few in stock?
I'm looking for a spare rim for my 26 Touring.
Thank you.

For what it's worth, I have solved a problem that I have experienced several times during a lifetime of Model T and Model A ownership. Not sure how many others have had similar experiences , but I have had several instances whereby partial tankfuls of gasoline have COMPLETELY evaporated when a car was inadvertently left unused for a whole season...

I bought a new wiring harness for my rusty old '20. Needless to say is stood out loudly compared to the overall rust brown color of everything on the car. When removing the engine I hung it on the fence. Forgetting about it, it sat outside in the weather for a few months of rain and sun. Now it is a perfect match for the weathered old car. :-)

I was working on my 25 T sedan not paying attention to my work light when my wiring harness and cutout started smoking. I pulled the wire off of the cutout it stopped. My work light has a magnet on the back, it must have stuck onto the cutout and closed the points, turning my generator into a toaster. My question is what gauge wire is acceptable...

Can anyone help me identify this lamp please?

121791626_929093857580094_8229024517331526666_n.jpg

121720022_377587460161955_6580780330552585973_n.jpg

121694931_739527633573704_893476071965862306_n.jpg

117607231_1693578424141358_2934702618167071965_o.jpg

117530687_1693578784141322_4618473045484039513_o.jpg

Could someone post a picture or two of how they ran this dual exhaust out the back of the car?

Greetings Friends:

Can anyone tell me the bolt size / thread sizes of the wishbone ball cap bolt (stud)? I can't find this info searching here, or the web, or my various manuals and catalogs. I've attached a picture from one of the vendors just to be clear about the part I'm referring to.

I'm particularly interested in knowing the thread specs...

I helped my Dad restore his father's 1927 Model T coupe starting in the mid 1960's, so I'm not new to Model T's, but I have never given this question any thought.

Does it make any difference whether the D.O.T. number on the tire sidewall is mounted so that it shows on the outside, or should it be hidden to the inside of the wheel? If mounted to...

I was asked to repair four Kingston coils. Can someone identify these coils? I found three kind of coils in the parts catalogs of a few dealers.
I also should like to know what parts are available at this time.
Thanks
Andre
Belgium

I'm about brain dead working with issues associated with my 26 T pickup bed. I noticed today that it appears, when all assembled, that the crossmember relief hole will not be centered over the crossmember. Is that just the way it is or am I missing something? The photo shows a piece of the flooring laid in the bed. The aft edge of the relief hole...

It is almost halloween
I am looking for a sorcerer or maybe a beautyfull sorceress will be better to learn to do some sorcery.
Just get these coils to be repaired.
Some suggestions??

Andre
Belgium

If you live near Eugene, Oregon and have a pick up truck and/or a trailer and are available this week ...

There are (3) engines with attached transmissions that need to be picked up - then broken down so the engines/transmissions are separated.

There is a forklift to load.

Call or text me if you are interested

Thanks !

FreighTer Jim...

Hello guys! Randy here. A fellow Model T Ford enthusiast. I have watched many tutorials on how to drive the Model T and how to switch gears. I know that to drive off in low gear, you must push in the clutch all the way in and adjust the throttle for speed. To switch to high gear, push the hand brake lever forwards, close the throttle, and release...

Not sure if this can be opened, but it is a picture and article about a raised Model T. Looks like it was raised about three feet. Interesting.

Thought I would share these fotos of T's (and others) in Bedford (Formerly Liberty) Virginia
What make of car is on the right side of the Bedford Trust and Savings Bank?
20201019_181314A.jpg
20201019_181254A.jpg
20201019_181230A.jpg
20201019_181206A.jpg
20201019_181351A.jpg