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I was talking to a neighbor about his T.
He would like to go a Z head, because the RAJO is way to many horses and has to keep the top oiled.
He is saying that he would need a to replace the block as well.
I was thinking that he should be able to pull the head put valves back in and should be pretty much good to go.

The only way to determine...

when i started looking for parts for the open valve block i just bought, i dont find any of the original type parts for the valves, and valve guides.
the original valves have the octagone types spring retainers and the 9/16 adjusting nuts on the bottom of the valve, the guides are most likely original and are very worn. they push out of th block...

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I wonder if it will still turn over? Might have the start of something here.

I am examining everything the previous owner did while restoring a 1927 Tudor
When looking at the rear emergency brake, I found several rivets that were bent and dragging on the drum. But i was more taken by the direction of the rivets. Instinctively I would have wanted to put the rivets in the other direction, with the head on the metal band side...

I shimmed-up the hand- crank bracket located on top of the Ft. spring/frame on my `29 model A. The two 1/2 X 20 hold down U-bolts are now too short for the cotter pin holes to secure the nuts, when tight. Guess i could grind down each of the 4 nuts but I`m concerned about losing the integrity for a secure fit . Also thought of drilling new holes...

I found this today.
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It won't work on our T though, because we have new one-piece valves without the little depressions to turn them with. For a buck I couldn't leave it behind though.

I replaced the switch wire harness on my 21 Touring 2 years ago and the terminals on the wire were to big that attach to the switch plate back.They worked but it bugs me to the point of replacing it.
Anybody know if that’s been changed since then from the vendors.
Thanks

I'm confused. People say that the 15,000,000th Ford was the final Model T ever made. BUT! I do remember several times in the past being told that more were made than 15,000,000. I got a variety of numbers from 15,500,000 all the way up to 17,000,000?! I haven't had this explained to me yet in 6 years, anyone care to enlighten me?

My chassis has no hand brake. I acquired several from Dave Huson in various states, settled on this one. The lever rod end that normally has a cotter pin is slightly broken off with no hole for a cotter. I can think of several ways of fixing this a) one of those circle retainers with teeth but I will have to figure out a size. b) a gob of steel...

My 21 roadster has had a skip off and on since I've had it. Yesterday I turned on the ign and hand turned it to each firing point. The garage was dark and I saw a spark in the wrong place, The copper spark plug wire had come loose from the brass end that connects it to the coil. They are soldered originally. A drop of solder and we were back in...

I saw that there was a posting of the E. B. White tale of the Model T, “Farewell, My Lovely!” I wonder how many actually seeing the posting have read the text. Certainly the information is valuable to a new owner, or one wishing to own a Model T. And if read before ownership or even after purchasing, it would help answer some questions that appear...

This is probably a dumb newbie problem...I have a 26 roadster and am replacing the fan pulley shaft. When I tighten the shaft nut, the pulley won't spin and if I loosen the nut til the pulley spins it has a lot of wobble and then just tightens up. What am I doing wrong?? Thanks!

I just saw this on the internet and thought I could find out what it is for. light bracket.JPG

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Things are not always as they seem!

I bought a 1927 Model T coupe (sn14648131) from a old farmer in North Dakota in 1954 when I was a junior in high school. It was in good condition, no corrosion. The radiator was like new. My dad and a uncle helped me get it running and taught me how to drive . In 1954, the Sears and Roebuck catalog still had T parts. I purchased pistons,...

Was just given a copy of this little book by E. B.White. It’s a short read but it’s clear he had personal experience with a T.

We’ve lost one car, but added several. Today (Friday) I believe we’re at 12 cars. Maybe 14 for tomorrow’s big run to Buffalo and back. We’ll be in New London at the American Legion later today if the rain lets up. Our Model T representation is up to four, 1914, 15 and 16, with a brass speedster joining us today or tomorrow.

Tomorrow it’s 65 miles...

I have a 1915 Touring car and the firewall is cracked. I removed it and bought some Baltic Birch plywood to make a new one since I pulled my engine after 20 years of running and not surprising, It needs new bearings. I have three 1915 firewalls so it would seem easy to make a new one. Unfortunately none are original and most of the holes are in...

I received a post from Dave Huson but may have made a terrible error! I hope he's in good health! Sorry for any confusion or alarm

Just a Heads Up... don't open spam or suspect email

I have been driving my 21 touring for several years after a rebuild. When i bought it the owner gave me the top irons with no fabric on them. I am considering for a winter project to buy the top kit from classtique upholstery and to install it myself. I am confident on my abilities in welding, painting, body work and engine work but I have never...

Hi everyone. I'm told by the previous owner of my '23 touring that it has Kevlar bands installed. The only Kevlar bands I've seen are always yellow, but mine are gray or dirty white. What's up? Thanks!

I am ready to install the top on my 1911 Touring. The suppliers are out of the wedge shaped rear bow riser board, the one that gives the top the correct shape at the rear of the rear bow. Can someone give me the shape and measurements for that board? Thank you, Art

Just came into a nice set of coils from a local flea market yesterday. Going to get them into shape but it's been a while since I've done any and I need to know what's the latest on the condensers being sold & any problems with new point sets.

Is this stamped letter “D” refer to Dodge Brothers? I’ve seen DB before but not a solitary D

Thanks

Greg

Thanks to the generous donation from an anonymous MTFCA member, five 2020 high school graduates were awarded $1,000 scholarships. A bit different from typical scholarships, this program was intended to reward young people who have shown devotion to their Model T families in ordinary life, throughout their lives.

Congratulations go to all of the...

Seriously, I always had hard time changing a tube on my old tires from demountable ( my tires come from 60's-70's). They are Firestone with a white wall, they are hard no matter I let them warming up in the sun all day... Took me arround an hour and half all the time no matter what I'm doing to change the tube and the tire. Maybe I'm a slow...

I haven't seen Hap Tucker on here lately is he OK or just too busy to post? His knowledge of Model T's is greatly appreciated.

I just received my straight thru NH, after being rebuilt by the Carb King, Russ Potter. It is a thing of beauty and runs on the car very well.
We all ought to be happy that these model T suppliers and vendors keep us all going! Don't know what we would do without them!
Thanks Russ!

I am still deciding on band linings. From the recent kevlar band thread ,Red Hook Restorations” nev r wear “seems to be a good choice.

I called and was told that they do not seal the ends. Dupont only recommends epoxy on Kevlar and it is too hard for drums. Their ends are frayed but can not unravel because the Kevlar is woven in a lock stitch....

A few years ago I bought a reconditioned Holley G at a swap meet. I decided to put it on my T and run it in place of the usual NH that I normally use. The car started and ran nicely, although I didn't drive it. The next day, I went to start the car, and fuel started dripping from the nut on the bottom of the carb. I removed the bowl, and found...

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Reproduced my 1915 California license plates. What do you think?
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I was thinking I should replace the ball cap(4th main) to try to reduce leaking down the drive shaft. It appears that you can get 4 different sizes of ball caps. However, the part of the cap that is babbitted is about 2 1/2 inches inside the hogshead. How do you measure that far inside? Do they make a special micrometer or caliper? Or do you check...

I would appreciate some guidance how to remove a 1927 coupe body from the frame. I want to remove it to be able to repaint the frame. The T has not been run for many years.

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I put a new Clevis in after changing the bands, pivots, supports, and slow speed notch on the transmission. I've read a few guides on how to adjust the Clevis which is '1/16th short or play'. Problem: my new Clevis which is the same dimension as the old one isn't short enough by just a little bit. Most comment that the Clevis isn't long...

Has anyone had a mag short out from what I think is band lining and oil touching the post ?My mag failed and after checking the switch and replacing it found this at the contact point For the post. All connections were good and still no voltage. I cleared that goo away and all is ok now.

Hi as pictured the top front axle bushing was replaced but it sticks out into the spindle space. Won't that interfere with the spindle going back in? Just sand it down? Also the bushing is just slightly too snug for the new spindle bolt, just ream it out with a reamer?

what i have is a ford 6 leaf rear leaf spring. it seems to be a odd ball spring that only got used for a few years. It is NOS and never on a car as far as I can tell.It has all the ford markings on it. My question is there any demand for this as it weighs 35 lb and cost is 50 to 90 to ship. I am sure that I will never use it and see springs...

I am looking fo 3 screw thread sizes for transmision hogs head. Be did cover, starter mounting, and top access cover.
Thanks in advance

Thinking of upgrading my 1927 Speedster 12v system with an alternator. Gear or belt? Are the gear driven get necessary cooling?

I have been given the opportunity to finish a project started by a good friend whose health has severely taken its toll on him. I am, by far, not new to the Model T having worked on my first one over 50 years ago. He was a wonderful man, but mechanical work wasn’t his greatest gift.

I got through school with the motto of “Check your work”. But...

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So, ...I was trying to remove the aftermarket 'Sight Gage' glass tube thingamajig from the lower petcock port on my oil pan so that I could replace it with a beautiful brass Ford petcock that Original Smith gave me. A simple enough job, so I thought. To make a long story short, it didn't come out. What happened instead was the oil pan's female...

Dare I ask? Susan posted about number 5,000,000 in the museum's care for awhile. That's cool.
I thought it should've been a sticky at the top. Even locked perhaps...
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What a bargain ! On Ebay, (#143672020194) a two for one deal ! One Ford script stoplight and one Dodge Brothers DB Type 2 stoplight, Both are complete and need restoring, but very restoreable. Forgot whether its an auction or Buy It Now. Either way, they'll cost you a minimum of $1,155.00. Geez, I'll make him a deal; I'll sell him half of the Ford...

Hi so I received a running board bracket in the mail twisted and bent. I want to get them as straight as possible before sandblast and priming. I pressed it and bent it back into a close but not exact alignment with one that looks straight. How close to original shape do they have to be? The bottom one in the picture is probably straight, the top...

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I just purchased and installed Mictel's Itimer. I can't believe the difference in the way my 14 runs. It starts on one grand every time after priming and runs so much smoother. Mike was very helpful with the installation with help over the phone and he is very knowledgeable about the Ts ignition system. This is the best improvement you can add to...

Anybody here know what these points fit? There are in distributor for a T. Made in South America.
Has RELO Ind ARG stamped in points. Nothing on distributor.
Any help appreciated. Thanks Dan
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I am looking for a set of mirror just like this.
Do any of you know what this mirror came from?
Car, Motorcycle, bicycle?
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After giving my bare1920 engine block coolant cavity a vinegar soak for a week & wash I took it to have it bored for new .030 over aluminum pistons. I set the 1925 block on the bench for it's turn with the vinegar treatment, chunks of crud started to float to the top within a few minutes. As with the last block the soft (core) plugs started to...

I just installed a NOS Tiger Timer. It says on the box, to keep well oiled. My question is, what weight oil should I use?

A group of us decided to socially distance, and conduct as near a normal a tour as possible. We’re in Paynesville MN for a few days, replicating our Early Ford and Friends tours of the past. Tuesday it’s on to Spicer and a taste of what the New London to New Brighton offered in the past, with a few more intrepid “almost” tourers joining us.

We...

I have seen original vulcanizing clamps for years but have never actually used one. There were evidently different heat sources including prepared flammable discs and also a pan to receive a little gasoline. Are there any vintage illustrated instructions? It seems that every clamp I’ve seen is missing a little metal pan for holding the gas and...

So I picked up this Motor for my 1924 coupe looks like it was made June 1921. On the right side of the block there is a housin thats not on the old motor. What its this Part?

THIS PICTURE WAS TAKEN ON THE DAY BEN BROUGHT #220 HOME. iT SURE DOESN'T LOOK LIKE THIS NOW. iT WAS RESTORED BY AL VIVIAN IN SAN BERNARDINO, CAL. WHO WORKED FOR BILL HARRAH FOR A SHORT TIME. I HAVE THE ORIGINAL STEERING COLUMN OUT OF THIS CAR. BEN SNYDER'S #220.jpg

I was parting out some heavy rods, you know saving rod bolts and pin bolts. When I noticed this on a set.
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A full set of DB made rods. I have seen a lot of DB parts, first set of rods. Dates them to pre 13? What DB parts have you got? Thanks Dan

I straightened an original Ford breather cap yesterday, and couldn't get it to fit well. Upon looking inside the hole, the casting was quite rough. Initially I used a half round file to knock down the high spots, but it wasn't satisfactory. Ultimately I used a brake cylinder hone with good results. I've never encountered a problem like this before.

Quick question, on the 26 sediment bowl the valve should face down to get the flow of fuel. There is a little hole inside on the shaft and that should face down correct.

Anyone on here have a 1970 to 80 Snyder’s catalog? Or any Model T parts house catalog from that time frame? Thanks Dan

When looking at period photos of 1909 cars you will notice that many have the larger E&J 3 tier side lamps. Most of these photos show that lamp without the flared front around the round lends. My question is: does anyone have an original photo of an early 1909 with flared front 3 tier side lamps? I included a photo from an issue of the Ford Times...

Can anyone share their experiences good and bad with the brass replacement stems available from Lang's and others? Specifically, the type that has to be hot vulcanized to the tube.

I recently had a flat caused by a cut or tear in the side of the rubber stem on a relatively new Hartford tube and I hate to throw it away - especially since I'd...

Is there a way of removing the pinion edit:**gear** without taking the U-joint off? The drive shaft and tube are off the differential but as far as I know I am unable to fit a puller jaws onto it not enough room and the slam it on a piece of wood maneuver isn't going to work because the U-joint will prevent the slide hammer action of the tube. Is...

A friend gave me a T rear end with a pair of hard rubber Roller Cushion Tires . The tires have these funny round holes with rubber cylinders inside, and lots of small cracks but they both look intact.

I've been cleaning one up to mount in my pickup bed as a spare (mostly cosmetic). At least I'll never have to pump it up! But I'm curious if any of...

How much difference do the high flow aluminum intake manifolds that Langs and other vendors sell make in T engine performance ? They claim 60% more in take air flow. and then the follow up question. if You have 60% more intake air do You need to go to a larger or dual exhaust system. perhaps larger valves. to realize a noticeable improvement.

Just installed a new Bergs radiator in my 24 C cab does anyone have any ideas for a radiator grill, like the ones on model A’s. The new rad’s aren’t getting any cheaper. Thanks in advance
John Monticciolo
Oscoda, Michigan

Anyone know anything about this Texas T alternator, or maybe it's a generator I don't know? It's not hooked up and I don't know if it works, I'm guessing it's 12 volts? Does running the truck without a battery cause harm to the alternator?

I see there's a 12V Halogen Headlight upgrade for Model A's where they give you a new reflector, bulbs, & hardware. I was wondering if that kit would work for my 26 Coupe Headlights? Are the A-Bone reflectors the same size as a T reflector? Anybody try this kit in their T Headlights?
Steve in NJ

Ross Lilleker's mailbox.jpg I had the pleasure of going to Ross Lilleker's shop in College Station, Texas yesterday. Ross has quite an operation there and is quite busy. He had no less than 10 or 12 Model Ts and a whole slew of engines and probably half a dozen workers. I took a double take on his mailbox as I was leaving and snapped this photo.

My 21 Touring seems to be pulling to the left. I intend to check the toe end this weekend and have read previous posts about it. Seems that folks have different ideas about the cause of pulling to one side. Don’t think the axle is bent but would out of adjustment toe end cause it?

Anyone have their car in the HBO Perry Mason series? Sure are lots of T in it. Dan

I'm replacing the spark and gas levers:
I've filed the heads off the bottom side of the quadrant rivets but can't seem to knock them out. Is there a secret to doing this?
Thanks in advance.
R/ Roger.

Over the last several years or so, I've enjoyed seeing other's project progress, so thought id share mine. After a little over a year of disassembly, mechanical checking and rebuilding, my 1915 cut-down touring is finally pretty much back together again as of today. She may be wearing a 'little patina' on her, but aside from the rear end which...

I picked up this 1926 roadster last week. It came without a battery. I’ve read here that model T is negative ground. The battery clamps however suggest that mine is postive ground (one connector is slightly bigger).
I hooked it up as negative ground. Engine starts, if I switch on the headlights, amperes go into minus, so it seems that I have done...

...und too late schmart.
So says the old saying. For approximately forever I've painted nuts and washers hung on wires, each wire with a hook at the top and a few loops to hold individual pieces. To fit them in the oven for baking, I've been limited to five or six pieces per wire.

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This morning it finally dawned on me that...

Guys: Will a 3 bolt shell set work with 1 bolt ends.
Vendors list two different part numbers. Thanks Dan

I have a couple OF carbs.
One has inlet low on bowl, the other has it high up.
Why are they different? One better than other?
Thanks Dan

Anyone know how to get the base of the Fox locking steering wheel off? I need to get to the gear set to replace them. I read in a November 2011 post that you drive the pins out from the bottom, however, I don't see holes in the bottom of the case. Even if there was, they would be behind the throttle and spark advance levers. This is on a 26 coupe....

Hi, if you are an old Ford guy from Montrose Pa. please call me, I would like some history of the early Glenn L. Voss Ford garage, Thanks, Bob, 507 458 6778.

Near Albion Pa. August 1st.

Spent half the day yesterday making these. Kingston 5 ball for a 1909. Like most of them, the caps have been in and out a zillion times, removed with everything from a correct sized wrench to a chisel and hammer, pliers, who knows what.

Since they are NOT the same as the later 4 ball caps which are not all that hard to find, the only answer I...

I have a '14 that doesn't appear to have ever been apart, or even driven much. I am mostly familiar with 1913's. This car has every body bolt installed from the bottom with the castle nut on top and cotter pinned. The bolts are original. Comments? I'm guessing on this, but I just oiled the shackles and king pins for the first time in 100 years....

I rebuilt my 25-26-27 T's rear axle, replacing worn out shackles. Everything is back together except I can't figure out what to do about the lower oiler. I can install it by lifting the frame and dropping the axle, but then there is no way I can get oil into it without jacking up the car again. This makes me wonder if my springs are too flat? Is...

Does anyone know of a good source for a replacement VW 231 178 009 Industrial Distributor?

Are the Made in China look-alikes just as good?

The whole Model T kit appears easier to find and buy.

The bushing used to be available, but I lost the part number for that item.

Do you bow the support rod to install them?

I know my T was brewster green (varnish) and have been told the fenders were also green. But I am painting the fenders, splash shields and running boards black and only the body brewster green. I think it will look nice that way. I know that many club members have painted their 1910s red, even knowing that most all Model T built after August of...

Somebody a while back was looking for one of these and they were out of stock. I can’t remember who it was but I saw this on eBay. It needs a little work and the handle is different but it might be of interest.

Hey guys,

Can anyone offer any suggestions on what would cause this?

Thanks,

Jeff in Florida

Does anyone have an opinion comparing these Wheeler-Schebler carbs to a Stromberg OF carb. as to power , idle , economy, availability etc. ? Thanks in advance: Bruce

Yet another guy tour with our regular gang that is. This time five of us got together, toured 23 or so miles to Fremont to meet up with one other club guy after which we travelled about as many miles south to stop in and have a picnic lunch visit Pandemic style with Joe Bell. We spent a little time observing him pouring babbit afterward. Great...

I am helping clear out my father's garage when I came upon a T magnet hanging on the wall. It 'rang true' when struck on the vice but has lost most of its magnetism.

At dinner that night my dad explained where it came from. My grandfather bought up a cobbler's shop with all of its equipment and moved it to the local town to set up an aunt's...

This morning while the wife was looking at the movie of San Francisco 1906 she remarked !! Well i did not laugh or carry on,i said there were no Model T s !! Of course i was wrong because she could see old brass cars and spoke right up!! Like a idiot i softly said the movie was pre earthquake 1906 so there could not have been any Model T s!! It is...

When I am driving down the road and throttle down before coming to a stop, the engine rhythmically surges. Not heavy but noticeable. It doesn't do that when I increase the throttle above an idle position while still slowing down. It also doesn't do that with the car slowing down in neutral. I've noticed this on a couple cars I've owned. What could...

Normally, I polish my brass about two or three times a year. But because there are no shows or tours this year, I have not polished it at all. Will it be harder to polish next year if I don’t polish it at all this year or should I polish it at least once this year it’s a 1914. And it’s garaged. Thanking you in advance.

Saved these from the scrappers today, hoping they are for a TT stake bed. Total of 9, with 7 being 42 and two at 40 (looks like the pocket end has been shortened).
What say you guys with a factory stake bed?
RB

This was posted on a web site today. Ford did not come up with the concept of the assembly line, Elias Howe did many years before Henry was even a little child. Henry was a complex person and a racist , but he and his company Put America on wheels Without him, would we all be driving Chevrolt 490s? I never had a big auto collection, having at the...

I just lost my way.

I was looking in the Lang's parts catalog for the information about model T on DVD and by the tree's I couldn't see the wood any more.
How many DVD's are there available for restoring, rebuilding, take it out of the mothballs, model T fashion and ... ?
Are these DVD's working here in Europe??

Just wondering.

Andre
Belgium

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