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Announcement - All Support questions have been moved here

Last post by AdminJeff « Mon Jan 28, 2019 11:47 am

by AdminJeff » Mon Jan 28, 2019 11:47 am

In the ongoing quest of reducing forum clutter and keeping the topics relevant to the Model T in the Model T forum, this is the new place to ask for all help on the Forums.

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1909 measurement

Last post by Wayne Sheldon « Sat Jun 27, 2020 11:07 pm
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by Dollisdad » Fri Jun 26, 2020 2:13 pm

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Can someone tell me the height of a 1909 touring with the top down and windshield folded, to clear the rear door of a trailer?

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I don't have any measurements to offer. Just wanted to remind all that tops and windshields were not standard equipment for most of 1909. Ford factory offered a few different windshields, and at least two different tops. At least one of the factory '09 tops sat very high in the back when folded down. I have seen photos showing a driver could not...

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Sat Jun 27, 2020 11:07 pm
Successful tour in Michigan

Last post by Jerry VanOoteghem « Sat Jun 27, 2020 9:43 pm
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by Oldav8tor » Sat Jun 27, 2020 6:48 pm

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Mike Catlin of the Casual T's put together a modest progressive tour in mid-Michigan over June 25-27. Starting from the Vestaburg area, our nine Model T's visited some Amish Craftsmen on Thursday and then drove north on Friday about 80 miles to the city of Cadillac. The weather cooperated, raining only during the Friday overnight hours. We were...

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It was a beautiful tour! Great weather, great roads & great people!!!

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Last post by Jerry VanOoteghem
Sat Jun 27, 2020 9:43 pm
Just to be sure

Last post by Jerry VanOoteghem « Sat Jun 27, 2020 9:39 pm
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by Larry e rutt » Sat Jun 27, 2020 12:42 pm

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I hear people say I can remove my fan, I hear people say I can remove my water pump... can I remove them both at the same time or one or the other ?

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Thanks for the info....my thought was... I have a 26 fordor, with a new berg radiator.. the fan has been being a problem, so I thought I'll just take it off which creates another problem, the belt to turn the pump, well I here some say that should go...... I dont know what to think, maybe I'll take them off, maybe I'll fix them... thanks anyways...

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Last post by Jerry VanOoteghem
Sat Jun 27, 2020 9:39 pm
I'm done with white tires

Last post by TRDxB2 « Sat Jun 27, 2020 9:27 pm
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by Tom VanMeeteren » Wed Jun 24, 2020 9:43 pm

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I have had a set of smooth whites on my 11 for the past 10 years or so. Probably about 4000+ miles during that time. Last year I replaced three of them for various reasons. Tonight we went for a little car show about 10 miles from home. When my wife got out of the car she noticed the cords were showing through the center of the driving area about...

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Hmmmm... I wonder why most tire manufacturers quit making all white tires in the 1920’s ??? Could it be because black tires were superior and white ones were inferior ??? Actually, I think that is a fact!

Did some Inter net searching and found a remarkable set of information about tire production in th early days
I just pulled off info related...

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Last post by TRDxB2
Sat Jun 27, 2020 9:27 pm
oval exhaust pipe deflector

Last post by RajoRacer « Sat Jun 27, 2020 8:16 pm
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by Tmooreheadf » Wed Jun 24, 2020 9:53 am

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Has anyone ever seen or used a deflector for the oval exit end of the cast iron end cap type muffler? Pictures might help. I need to get the exhaust away from the juice brake line that runs over the top of the axle going to the rear disc brake caliper.
Thanks for any help!
Tom

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You're welcome. You might/will have to manipulate the retaining band a bit to get all to fit just right - it does move the exhaust !

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Last post by RajoRacer
Sat Jun 27, 2020 8:16 pm
Driving your Model T

Last post by George House « Sat Jun 27, 2020 6:34 pm
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by Wayne Mims » Sat Jun 27, 2020 3:11 pm

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Does anybody in Round Rock Cedar Park or Austin area take their Model Tees out for a Sunday drive or Saturday Drive if so give me a call my name is Wayne I have seven of them my number is 702-354-6365. I live in Cedar Park

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Wayne, have you ever hooked up with the Cen Tex Tin Lizzie’s in Austin ? Probly Randy Brown of that club ever reads the Forum. He’s reached out to you before.

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Last post by George House
Sat Jun 27, 2020 6:34 pm
26-27 Side Curtains - Roadster

Last post by Rich Eagle « Sat Jun 27, 2020 2:19 pm
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by DontKnowMuch » Sat Jun 27, 2020 12:16 pm

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I have a 1927 Roadster and I am considering installing side curtains. There are a combination of hooks, fastener posts, and snaps on the windshield stanchions, top, and top bow. The ones on the stanchions are facing the rear so I assume the side curtains go inside behind the windshield. I have tried to find good pictures and have found some where...

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This has some info. Maybe not what you need.

A photo here of a 1925 which is similar.

and

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Sat Jun 27, 2020 2:19 pm
What should salvage value be?

Last post by RGould1910 « Sat Jun 27, 2020 10:07 am
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by RGould1910 » Thu Jun 25, 2020 11:39 am

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Negotiating with my ins co. Car has been totaled ($10000) due to frame, pan, front end and fender/splash apron damage. ($10,000) What is the salvage value?

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Kevin I hear you about those darn frame numbers becoming unreadable after years. of hard use.

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Sat Jun 27, 2020 10:07 am
Starter rebuild

Last post by Gonenorth « Sat Jun 27, 2020 6:24 am
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by Brent Teltow » Fri Jun 26, 2020 6:44 pm

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Good evening everyone, my starter on my 1915 gave up. Any suggestions on who can do a rebuild? Thank you for your input.

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To start with, get the MTFCA electrical book. Lots of good info on starters and generators in there. I have rebuilt both generators and starters, and its actually kinda fun and educational. All the components you will need are available from the vendors. One thing I do is to replace the starter or generator armature with a good rewound one. These...

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Sat Jun 27, 2020 6:24 am
What is this?

Last post by John E. Guitar « Sat Jun 27, 2020 4:47 am
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by Jim McClellan » Fri Jun 26, 2020 11:31 am

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I bought some Model T parts and this was included. Measures about 16” tall. Anyone know what it is? Thanks!

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Here are some fitted to the front axle out of a Cole 8-50.

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Last post by John E. Guitar
Sat Jun 27, 2020 4:47 am
Another mag problem

Last post by cve92 « Sat Jun 27, 2020 2:41 am
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by cve92 » Sun Jun 21, 2020 5:57 pm

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Ok, I need some expert help on this one. First the problem- car starts good on batt. switch over to mag, car runs ok. idle up and car runs ok. 2- run car on batt- go from low to high at a slow speed, car runs fine, get up to a moderate speed- low 20's to 25 switch over to mag, car runs fine. 3- start car on batt, switch over to mag, start out in...

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Hi everybody. First, Thanks for all the responses, I really appreciate it. I'm going to get together with Scott C. and figure out what's going on. We'll start going thru step by step and see where it goes. Then I'll ask some questions about my 27 coupe. Ah, the joys of model T ownership. Learning things little bit by little bit.

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Last post by cve92
Sat Jun 27, 2020 2:41 am
What are these?

Last post by MWalker « Fri Jun 26, 2020 9:41 pm
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by Mustang1964s » Fri Jun 26, 2020 1:19 pm

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I received these in a box from my brother-in-law.
Not sure what they are.
Thank you

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Would the TTP stand for Texas T Parts ?

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Last post by MWalker
Fri Jun 26, 2020 9:41 pm
Minnesota Swap meet

Last post by Michael Peternell « Fri Jun 26, 2020 8:49 pm
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by BobP » Sat May 23, 2020 1:08 pm

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Our 3rd annual Model T- Model A Ford pre-war swap meet will be held June 27, 7:00 AM. at our farm at 7525 County 12 Blvd. Kenyon, Mn. 55946. This was rescheduled from April. Parts, vehicles, signs, toys, automotive and mechanical related items pre WW2. No household stuff. No admission or setup charge. Hope to see you then, Bob & Helen Peterson....

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I really hope I have a hard time finding a place to park!

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Last post by Michael Peternell
Fri Jun 26, 2020 8:49 pm
Garages, my hometown and down the road.

Last post by HPetrino « Fri Jun 26, 2020 8:20 pm
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by Dollisdad » Thu Jun 25, 2020 2:31 am

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Larry,
It's often 100 + deg. F. in Turlock during summer. Right now it's a cool 96 deg. F. :D

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Fri Jun 26, 2020 8:20 pm
Instead of pouring Babbitt...

Last post by Kerry « Fri Jun 26, 2020 7:31 pm
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by Steve Jelf » Thu Jun 18, 2020 12:24 pm

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Saw this on MTFCFB. What do you engine rebuilders think of it?

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Just checked. Out of a dozen blocks I have, teens and through the 20's, yes one was, a 1926, In that the blocks came to Canada up to late 1917/early18 from the USA, made me wonder on how much machining etc Canada did. If USA was using that oil hole in the teens then Canada must have done everything on a blank casting. A 1913 and some 16'ns I have,...

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Last post by Kerry
Fri Jun 26, 2020 7:31 pm
Fordson Assistance

Last post by George House « Fri Jun 26, 2020 7:07 pm
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by 23Fordson » Mon Jun 22, 2020 3:19 pm

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Am hoping there are some Fordson folks on here - the antique tractor forums don't seem to have many active Fordson enthusiasts. I recently acquired a 1923 F. Starts (when it wants to) on mag without battery assistance - not easily, but eventually. Has a lot of trouble starting when it's hot (very difficult to get running again immediately after...

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Howdy Joe,
There’s no problem using an NH carb on a Fordson. I have one on my ‘19 ladder side 6 spoke rear wheel too. Don’t use the water bath air cleaner either. Just don’t plow in a dust storm.

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Last post by George House
Fri Jun 26, 2020 7:07 pm
Radiator stop leak

Last post by RustyFords « Fri Jun 26, 2020 5:45 pm
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by Charles J » Tue Jun 23, 2020 7:50 am

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My car still has the original radiator seems too cool okay but I've noticed lately that it is seeping a little bit radiator stop leak yes or no could it do more damage than good

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My worry with StopLeak type stuff is not whether or not it fixes radiator leaks, but what it's doing to the coolant passages inside the engine.

Seems like it's designed to work as a clotting agent of sorts. If so, why wouldn't it bunch up in places where you wouldn't want it to?

I bit the bullet with my 24 Touring and bought a new Berg's unit....

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Last post by RustyFords
Fri Jun 26, 2020 5:45 pm
I"m in a bind.

Last post by Scott_Conger « Fri Jun 26, 2020 4:15 pm
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by Bud Delong » Thu Jun 25, 2020 12:50 pm

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I have trouble with our 14 as it cranks very hard.I pulled the top cover and screen and the clutch fingers have clearance when the lever is back.The bands do not seem to be to tight either.The last oil change i used 5W20 syn and my grandson thinks the oil is running off the cyl to quick.Not a fresh rebuild as i would guess 500 to 1,000 miles on a...

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Thanks for the lecture Les.

You failed to add that the industry suggests a 20 rating, as in 5W-20 at a maximum ambient temperature of 77F. Just fine for Calgary. Not so great in Texas, as you have just said. I wanted to make sure future searchers, for the next and umpteenth oil advice war to get the total picture of how you have achieved this...

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Last post by Scott_Conger
Fri Jun 26, 2020 4:15 pm
A Blacksmith and his custom T tools

Last post by Matt in California « Fri Jun 26, 2020 4:11 pm
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by Matt in California » Fri Jun 26, 2020 11:47 am

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Recently a 90 year man informed me he is clearing out his shop. I originally meet him at a garage sale. He had lots of Blacksmiths tools from his grandfather that purchased. In WWII the blacksmith worked at the Navy yards and evidently was recognized for a few (tool?) designs.

His grandfather also had a TT truck and two spare engines that he...

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Bingo Jim!

The vertical wrist pins are even cut before welded. With wrist pins hardened, depending on tools at hand, that could be a bit of work to cut!

Matt

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Fri Jun 26, 2020 4:11 pm
Thank You Dave - Mark - Glen At Chaffin's Garage

Last post by Willie R « Fri Jun 26, 2020 2:31 pm
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by FreighTer Jim » Thu Jun 25, 2020 12:07 pm

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Since 1973 ...

Family Owned & Operated ( Yeah Dave Is Family )

Visit @

Thank You For (43) Years Of Service To The Model T Community

FJ

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Got my Ruckstell parts yesterday and have to say the form, fit, and function is superior ! Thanks guys, great work !!

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Last post by Willie R
Fri Jun 26, 2020 2:31 pm
Exhaust pipe close to the hogshead

Last post by jiminbartow « Fri Jun 26, 2020 11:30 am
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by Mark Nunn » Wed Jun 24, 2020 1:34 pm

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I borrowed this photo that was posted by Duane from another thread . It shows the exhaust pipe with a dent to clear the hogshead.

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My pipe does not have a dent but it is really close to the hogshead. It is about 1/4 away and I'm concerned about what the heat would do to the hogshead and oil inside. I don't have much...

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Susanne. When old asbestos starts breaking down it can release dangerous fibers in the air that, when breathed in, can damage the lungs and the body has no way of processing those fibers out of the lungs, so, there they remain. With all the vibration of the Model T, combined with the air generated by the car and wind from the forward motion of the...

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Last post by jiminbartow
Fri Jun 26, 2020 11:30 am
Rootlieb

Last post by dobro1956 « Fri Jun 26, 2020 9:23 am
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by Original Smith » Wed Jun 24, 2020 10:23 am

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I had to wait three months to order a early '13 set of fenders from Rootlieb because of the virus. I wasn't sure if they made the early style, so I brought them an original to go by just in case. Now, I have to wait at least six weeks, but that's ok. I'm talking front fenders.

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The link above is the Billy who had made our gas tanks for years. I have known Billy and Ed for what seems like forever. Ed originally built our gas tanks. Billy was his helper from the age of young man in his teens early 20s. When Ed passed away years ago He willed the business to Billy. Some may remember I helped Eds wife liquidate some of his...

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Last post by dobro1956
Fri Jun 26, 2020 9:23 am
reverse eye spring question

Last post by bnchief « Fri Jun 26, 2020 3:52 am
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by bnchief » Thu Jun 25, 2020 7:47 am

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on the front spring I know it should be 3-3/8 to 3-1/2 in height what height should a reverse eye front spring be anyone know.

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TRD your pictures answered all my questions I have the specs on spring leaf length etc and i now know what the arch should be thanks to all here for your help the spring is a 1927 front spring on a fordor

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Fri Jun 26, 2020 3:52 am
NEW TO VAPORIZER

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by DontKnowMuch » Sat Mar 14, 2020 7:55 pm

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I am new to the vaporizer carb on my 27 T. A question to those running this car system?
Do you find the vaporizer a bit harder to start when it is cold? That is, is
it harder starting than an NH when cold?

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VERY interesting video Terry!
Thank you.
More great info for us non compliant carb users.
I have two good running NH's here also for the easily offended. ;)

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Last post by Duey_C
Fri Jun 26, 2020 1:13 am
The 15,000 000 gallons of oil.

Last post by TRDxB2 « Thu Jun 25, 2020 3:56 pm
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by Bud Delong » Thu Jun 18, 2020 10:05 am

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I know what Henry said but has anyone ever looked in the archives to see what the 15,000 000 gallons of Ford bought for the Model T S?? Did Ford supply oil to dealers,and if so what??? Thank You.Bud. :D

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Has anyone ever seen this on a Model T ? I have not seen any other reference to Valvoline oil being recommended by Ford Motor Company other than I found above in my previous post.
Henry Ford’s Model T arrived on the scene with a curiously specific warning on its dashboard:
“This car is filled with Valvoline light motor oil. We recommend its use....

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Last post by TRDxB2
Thu Jun 25, 2020 3:56 pm
Oillevel in Oilpan

Last post by OilyBill « Thu Jun 25, 2020 1:10 pm
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by ABoer » Mon Jun 22, 2020 6:20 am

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Last week someone send me an Oilpan to do some work on.
This pan has a dam .
What do you think about the Oil level .????
The dam is about one inch below the gasket surface
Thanks for your answer .
Toon
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The only thing that the pan may be good for is a wheely clown car. Like said it will retain way too much oil. You would be lucky if it would run much more than an idle because of the crankshaft running in oil. Many problems will arise. Billy, the horse shoe/s are the u shaped metal pieces that the inspection cover bolts are threaded into. No not...

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Last post by OilyBill
Thu Jun 25, 2020 1:10 pm
Slow high speed.

Last post by Mark Gregush « Thu Jun 25, 2020 1:09 pm
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by jaybee47 » Mon Jun 22, 2020 3:08 pm

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Made a shakedown run on a non-Ruckstell '24 TT. Acquired it a few years ago. Seller claimed engine and trans were rebuilt. Engines runs and sounds good. Low gear and reverse gear excellent. High gear not so good. Seems to not engage fully. Very very slow and unable to climb a slight slope even at full throttle. What might be the cause? Any tips to...

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spider cocoons Just a little upper lube when the eggs get smooshed! LOL

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Last post by Mark Gregush
Thu Jun 25, 2020 1:09 pm
Real Men Use Three Pedals

Last post by OilyBill « Thu Jun 25, 2020 1:08 pm
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by mngreen » Tue Jun 23, 2020 6:25 pm

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I was bored at work today... :twisted:

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I started out in a pedal car when I was 4.
And here I am back in one!

The car was mine, but I'm the one behind it in this picture. Love to have it now! :D rwlcar1945.jpg

You must have been king of the road with that beauty! Look at that long hood, with a hood ornament, even! And the rear wheel spats!!
DEEEELUXXE!.

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Last post by OilyBill
Thu Jun 25, 2020 1:08 pm
Can anyone identify these windshield stations?

Last post by FATMAN « Thu Jun 25, 2020 12:56 pm
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by FATMAN » Wed Jun 24, 2020 2:28 pm

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I am thinking early Chevrolet, but have no idea, thank you for the help, Bob

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Thank you, just had a gut in the shop that said the same thing, Bob

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Last post by FATMAN
Thu Jun 25, 2020 12:56 pm
1913-14 Fords

Last post by Rich Eagle « Thu Jun 25, 2020 11:36 am
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by Dollisdad » Thu Jun 25, 2020 2:55 am

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Good Stuff!
Thanks
Rich

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Last post by Rich Eagle
Thu Jun 25, 2020 11:36 am
Mag Ring Casting Number?

Last post by R.V.Anderson « Thu Jun 25, 2020 10:23 am
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by ModelTWoods » Tue Jun 23, 2020 10:50 am

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What is the casting number on the late mag ring, used until the end of production?

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As far as I have been able to tell from having rewound many thousands of field coils, all mag frames that have Made in Canada cast into them used the 3/16 copper. Further, on all of them, the height of the poles is considerably shorter than on US-made frames, so in rebuilding one of those you have got to be extra careful as there is very little...

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Thu Jun 25, 2020 10:23 am
Fastenal shipping

Last post by Dale_mcm « Thu Jun 25, 2020 12:56 am
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by Dennis Prince » Wed Jun 24, 2020 8:33 pm

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I am working with another T guy trying to get a Muncie trans from Oregon to Virginia and he was told by the people at Fastenal that until further notice they will not be shipping anything in or out of the Northwest, I don't know why just that for now they aren't.

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Recently used freightquote.com to ship a KR Wilson pan jig. Price was probably cheaper than Fastenal.

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Last post by Dale_mcm
Thu Jun 25, 2020 12:56 am
How Tight Should Keyways Be In New Axles?

Last post by Willie R « Wed Jun 24, 2020 10:04 pm
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by Dan B » Mon Jun 22, 2020 5:35 pm

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I am on my second pair of new axles. The keyways on the first pair were not machined correctly so they sent me a new pair. The keyways on these measure .245-.246”. The Ford drawing specifies .247-.248”. This doesn’t sound like much of a difference but axle keys are nominally .250”.

The keys fit in the new axle shafts very tight and need to be...

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Just checked my new axles and new keys. No go...250.00 with shipping and still don't have a good set up.

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Last post by Willie R
Wed Jun 24, 2020 10:04 pm
Rear Inner Bearing - Oil or Grease?

Last post by Dan B « Wed Jun 24, 2020 9:04 pm
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by Dan B » Fri Jun 19, 2020 4:07 pm

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Prior to final assembly, does the rear axle inner bearing get packed with wheel bearing grease like the outer bearings or does it get dipped in rear axle gear oil?

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They call the 600w oil grease. Rear axle “grease”, 600W Oil. Heavy weight clinging type oil specifically made for the Model T rear end. I also read where some use #2 red grease on the bearings and thrust plates to keep things stuck together during assembly.

Yes, but this is different than cup grease which is typical wheel bearing grease. That...

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Last post by Dan B
Wed Jun 24, 2020 9:04 pm
Engine Splash/Dust Pans: Yea or Nay?

Last post by otrcman « Wed Jun 24, 2020 8:42 pm
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by paddy1998 » Tue Jun 23, 2020 12:21 pm

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As I prepare to pull the engine on my 1923ish Touring, I've found one of the more difficult things to do has been removing the splash pans.

I have had no love for these things ever since I had to fight with them when removing the Pitman arm from the steering shaft.

My question is: are they really necessary?

Would it be a big mistake to leave...

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My '12 has the engine pans installed. But for reasons a little different from what others have stated.

The exhaust pipe necessarily runs very close to the floorboards, beneath the passenger's feet. I believe that the engine pans increase air flow around the hogs head area. That flow keeps the floorboards a little cooler where the exhaust pipe is...

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Last post by otrcman
Wed Jun 24, 2020 8:42 pm
Keep 'er Kool

Last post by Kerry « Wed Jun 24, 2020 7:31 pm
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by 2nighthawks » Wed Jun 24, 2020 6:00 pm

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Participation in another thread where I mentioned the fact that air wash over a water-cooled engine also adds somewhat to the overall cooling of an engine, which is something I learned many years ago when I worked as a detail draftsman for a group of International Harvester mechanical engineers. That reminded me of something else I learned from...

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And that should be a reminder to those that paint the inside of a T engine with Glyptol

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Last post by Kerry
Wed Jun 24, 2020 7:31 pm
Keep 'er Kool

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by 2nighthawks » Wed Jun 24, 2020 5:59 pm

Participation in another thread where I mentioned the fact that air wash over a water-cooled engine also adds somewhat to the overall cooling of an engine, which is something I learned many years ago when I worked as a detail draftsman for a group of International Harvester mechanical engineers. That reminded me of something else I learned from...

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Wed Jun 24, 2020 5:59 pm
Firewall/Cowl felt seal question

Last post by Scott_Conger « Wed Jun 24, 2020 5:18 pm
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by Scott_Conger » Tue Jun 16, 2020 3:52 pm

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I have a '23 Runabout, low firewall, steel, that I am certain should have a felt seal across the top and around the top corners that seals the firewall to the cowl.

NOTE: this is NOT a question regarding the hood lacing

There are 5 rivet holes across the top of the firewall which I believe had rivets which held this felt.

Can anyone provide a...

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I am going to investigate this material: or as a non-adhesive alternative to the suggestion of sealing with RTV. I really like the idea of being able to remove the firewall in the future. I suspect that this width will conform to the gentle curve necessary to follow the cowl contour, as well as maintain a resiliant and waterproof seal. We'll...

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Last post by Scott_Conger
Wed Jun 24, 2020 5:18 pm
Magneto coil gap.

Last post by John kuehn « Wed Jun 24, 2020 3:13 pm
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by ModelT46 » Tue Jun 23, 2020 5:15 pm

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Book states 20 to 40 thousands., with more gap of 6 to 10 thousands on lower side due to weight of the transmission. When can the gap be to much. I put in a new field coil. The transmission is a non starter one from about 1917. The field coil is a single stack. The coil and trans are now in. The gap ended up at 48 thosands at top and close to 60...

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Getting the mag gap is a trial and error adjustment when the engine is on the stand with the pan off. Add the shims then move the engine in the horizontal position to check if if the transmission weight changes the adjustment. If it does go back and add or remove shims accordingly. You can do it also by just installing the flywheel only and then...

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Wed Jun 24, 2020 3:13 pm
Montana 500 day 2 results

Last post by Dan McEachern « Wed Jun 24, 2020 11:36 am
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by Matth » Wed Jun 24, 2020 7:34 am

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2020 Day 2 Results

Rank Driver Name Hometown Car No. Time Avg. Speed Miles
1 Tom Carnegie Spokane, WA 4 8:26:29 54.37 459
2 Bill Mullins Spokane, WA 10 8:33:53 53.59 459
3 Jillian Robison Spokane, WA 16 8:37:37 53.21 459
4 Tony Cerovski Helena, MT 20 8:39:39 53.00 459
5 Dan Brown LaPorteCity, IA 9 8:44:38 52.49 459
6 Garrett Green Orange, CA 5...

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Watch out Tony- those ladies are gonna pass you one of these days!!! Congrats to everyone!

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Last post by Dan McEachern
Wed Jun 24, 2020 11:36 am
Gorgeous evening tour

Last post by TWrenn « Wed Jun 24, 2020 8:12 am
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by TWrenn » Mon Jun 22, 2020 8:54 pm

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Just too nice tonite to sit home. Too warm & muggy for the wife. Not for me. :D Told her gonna take Clara for a drive. (My '13, not another woman!) So I ended up down at the newly reworked combination city pier/dock/greenspace, complete with an ice cream wagon. Of course I just HAD to treat myself. Fantastic night. Clara purred like a kitten. Now,...

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Hey thanks y'all! It was a great evening. Seems the humidity was also just right, I swear these cars run better
when it's humid! Must be burning the hydrogen eh? LOL
Today I'm working up a lunch tour with the local gang of our club (many live way out of town) for tomorrow, there's a great little sandwich shop for lunch only at one of Sandusky's...

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Wed Jun 24, 2020 8:12 am
60th Montana 500 Started

Last post by KeithG « Tue Jun 23, 2020 11:25 pm
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by SurfCityGene » Tue Jun 23, 2020 5:23 pm

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Second day of the 2020 Montana 500 is now well underway with 4 cars out. Here is a link to some results and videos made by Mike Robison.

Unfortunately I had to return home after reaching Idaho Falls and getting a phone call that my wife had fallen and broke her hip and shoulder. She is doing OK but will have a rather long recovery. I had...

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Helena, MT

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Tue Jun 23, 2020 11:25 pm
Montana 500

Last post by FreighTer Jim « Tue Jun 23, 2020 9:24 pm
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by Matth » Tue Jun 23, 2020 6:24 am

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Day 1 results. Helena-Lincoln , Lincoln - Fairfield, Fairfield- Wolf Creek, Wolf Creek - Helena ( 1 extra leg for 1 mile construction between Lincoln and Fairfield)
Place
1. Tom Carnegie
2. Jillian Robison
3. Bill Mullins
4. Tony Cerovski
5. Dan Brown
6. Erica Cerovski
7. Garrett Green
8. Janet Cerovski
9. Mike Stormo
10. Rick Bonebright
11.Levi...

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GO TOM 🏆

FJ

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Last post by FreighTer Jim
Tue Jun 23, 2020 9:24 pm
Phelps hub caps

Last post by Kevin Pharis « Tue Jun 23, 2020 7:46 pm
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by Les Schubert » Tue Jun 23, 2020 11:58 am

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I FINALLY have found a picture of the correct hub cap for these accessory wheels. I am looking at making them as zinc die cast (like the originals). If you are interested please let me know

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You tease...! No picture?

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Last post by Kevin Pharis
Tue Jun 23, 2020 7:46 pm
Michigan Jamboree Update

Last post by Brian D « Tue Jun 23, 2020 4:25 pm
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by Oldav8tor » Thu Jun 04, 2020 7:58 pm

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Things in Michigan are starting to loosen up and planning for the Michigan Jamboree in early August is going ahead. Additional announcements from the governor are expected in advance of the July 4th weekend and a final decision will be made at that time. Registrations are being accepted and in the event of cancellation, full refunds will be made....

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Michigan Jamboree, still taking registrations!

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Last post by Brian D
Tue Jun 23, 2020 4:25 pm
4th Main Alignment

Last post by Scott_Conger « Tue Jun 23, 2020 12:14 pm
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by ArthurB » Tue Jun 23, 2020 3:14 am

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I am installing a newly babbitted 4th main on a 1926 engine. It fits the shaft like a glove. The Ford manual and Chaffin book both say to adjust the alignment with shims between the hogshead and crankcase. Sure enough, with a little pressure on a prybar behind the hogshead it slides into alignment. My question: Is there any recommendation about...

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Dan

that's a great tip

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Tue Jun 23, 2020 12:14 pm
What is preventing my wire wheel hub from being removed?

Last post by Allan « Mon Jun 22, 2020 9:53 pm
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by Mark Nunn » Mon Jun 22, 2020 8:41 am

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One of my wheels has a little bit of in-out movement. This suggests that the nut is not on far enough to hold the outer bearing in place. My problem is that I cannot get the hub off the spindle because I can’t get the outer bearing off.

First, I tried to tighten the nut to adjust the bearing. But I could not budge the bearing even with a breaker...

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Mark, the RH bearing should have a LEFT hand thread. Before you pull the hub, try adjusting the bearing first to get rid of the play you found. You will need to turn the bearing counter clockwise to screw it further in.
Setting the running clearance on the bearings taks a bit of trial and error adjustment. First, I like to wind the outer bearing...

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Last post by Allan
Mon Jun 22, 2020 9:53 pm
TT top covering

Last post by Jeepbone1 « Mon Jun 22, 2020 9:49 pm
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by Rod Petrie » Sun Jun 21, 2020 9:02 am

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Not to long ago, someone posted pictures on redoing a TT top, I searched but can't seem to find it. Can anyone remember the name of the post? TT top gets me nowhere.

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To my knowledge, the only thing available right now in the “kits” is the cobra long grain material. I prefer the smooth material used on the open cars. As far as what’s supposed to be there, I have no idea. I haven’t seen a complete original truck with the original top still intact.

Brad

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Mon Jun 22, 2020 9:49 pm
Advice or opinion

Last post by fordt « Mon Jun 22, 2020 9:23 pm
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by fordt » Sat Jun 20, 2020 7:17 pm

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Setting up the pedals on my 27 hogshead with new cams and looking at pedal alignment. Have Rocky brakes with a homemade pedal (crafted looking at an original, using a wide pedal head). SO, I know I can heat and bend pedals where I want them, but this is bending against the main spine of the pedals. Also, since reverse is probably the least used...

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Thanks to all, got things more evened up and aligned today. As an aside and a possible tip, I cut some conduit to use as a spacer to hold the pedals up solid against the cams. Made it a little easier to heat and bend the pedals to their final resting place.

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Last post by fordt
Mon Jun 22, 2020 9:23 pm
Steering bracket removal

Last post by Allan « Mon Jun 22, 2020 9:19 pm
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by Bill Robinson » Thu Jun 18, 2020 1:01 pm

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I am removing the bushing in the steering bracket of a '27 steering column. My question: once the Steering Arm and Ball (aka pitman arm) and bracket bolts are removed, is it possible to remove the bracket without removing the entire steering column from the car?

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Bill, you have done well. That kind of work fits well with doing the best you can with limited resources. Even if you are a bit off, it's going back on a worn shaft, so you couldn't have done much better.

Allan from down under.

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Last post by Allan
Mon Jun 22, 2020 9:19 pm
Replacing Odometer Dials on a Stewart Model 160 Speedometer

Last post by DontKnowMuch « Mon Jun 22, 2020 8:42 pm

by DontKnowMuch » Mon Jun 22, 2020 8:42 pm

I would like to know if plastic odometer dials can replace pot metal odometer dials in a later Stewart Model 160 (?) speedometer.

I have what I believe is a later Model 160 speedometer with pot metal dials, a nice face without a date code, and a nice case/bezel. The face has SPEED under the speedometer dial instead of MILES PER HOUR as on other...

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Last post by DontKnowMuch
Mon Jun 22, 2020 8:42 pm
Is this too dangerous to keep as is?

Last post by Dennis Fleming « Mon Jun 22, 2020 7:42 pm
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by TBones12 » Tue Jun 16, 2020 1:38 pm

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The tie rod is about 1/8 to 1/4 at the most from the wishbone. I would think that over time it would bend or break.

The only solution I see is taking the steel steering shaft to my welder and having him extend the shaft about an inch.

Do any of you know what to do or think it is too dangerous to let go.

This is a 1912 torpedo restoration....

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If the wishbone orientation is incorrect and not installed correctly then the answer to the tittle and question of this thread is absolutely YES!!
The gap between the drag link and wishbone is far less worrisome period!
Please be safe.

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Last post by Dennis Fleming
Mon Jun 22, 2020 7:42 pm
Oil weight

Last post by Bud Delong « Mon Jun 22, 2020 6:30 pm
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by MWalker » Tue Jun 16, 2020 4:33 pm

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No, this isn’t a “what kind of oil should I use?” post. I use Pennzoil 10w-30. I have some jugs of 5w-20 which I bought to use in a modern Mercury that I later sold. If I mix the two, will I have 7.5w-25, or doesn’t it work that way?

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I use a lot of Rotella 15-40 in many engines but not in our stem wind model T s :D Bud.

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Last post by Bud Delong
Mon Jun 22, 2020 6:30 pm
My 88th birthday June 21

Last post by John Warren « Mon Jun 22, 2020 5:59 pm
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by ModelT46 » Sat Jun 20, 2020 4:39 pm

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The 21st is my 88th birthday. I have a fun day planned. I am healthy and active. And will take a day off from my usual activiities. On Monday, I am changing the field coil on my 1910, but today will seek out other fun things.

Darel Leipold

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Happy Birthday Darel, Dad will also be 88 in a month. Great to hear your still going...........and going ......... :P

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Last post by John Warren
Mon Jun 22, 2020 5:59 pm
Suggestions: moving a car with no engine.

Last post by JRSpada4 « Mon Jun 22, 2020 4:02 pm
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by JRSpada4 » Mon Jun 22, 2020 10:46 am

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I’m going to be pulling the engine in my 24 Runabout for an overhaul. Due to limited space in the shop, I’m going to have to move the rest of the car to another location while the engine is being worked on. My question is this: With the engine out, should I be concerned about the front and rear axles not having that solid link to the center of the...

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Thanks for all the suggestions, everyone. I thought I was in the clear for moving it, but figured I’d better check first. I’ll be sure to tie up the loose dangling bits and then strap it down to the trailer front to back and back to front.

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Mon Jun 22, 2020 4:02 pm
14 mm spark plugs

Last post by John kuehn « Mon Jun 22, 2020 3:48 pm
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by Jfmarkham » Mon Jun 22, 2020 3:42 pm

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A while back I bought the 14 mm plug adapters but Lange don't tell you what plug you should use anyone using a 14 mm plug if so what make and number

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Lang’s list 14mm spark plugs along with the 14mm plug adapters. They are Autolite plugs. They list them on their web site and catalogue.

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Last post by John kuehn
Mon Jun 22, 2020 3:48 pm
Metal valve stem pulled out

Last post by R.V.Anderson « Mon Jun 22, 2020 12:51 pm
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by Corvette Guy » Sat Jun 20, 2020 10:12 pm

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So, I patched a leaking tube on my TT rear tire and after I got it back together I found the metal valve stem was leaking. I tried to use some rubber cement and bike tire patch kit around the valve stem and it didn't help. So, I'm guessing I need either a new tube or new valve stem.

Langs has this stem that says it needs to be hot vulcanized,...

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After preparing the rubber, if you're thinking of using them, pour in a packet of balancing beads. Way easier to do it before the stem is installed.

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Last post by R.V.Anderson
Mon Jun 22, 2020 12:51 pm
Spokane National Tour Postponed to 2021

Last post by Novice « Mon Jun 22, 2020 12:38 pm
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by Larry Azevedo » Fri May 08, 2020 8:14 pm

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The MTFCA and the organizing committee have postponed this summer's National Tour to the summer of 2021 due to all the uncertainties associated with the Corona virus. We are concerned about the health of our members, especially the more 'seasoned' ones.

Also, even if Washington state might be in good shape by July we were worried that members...

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Goggle 1918 pandemic. MS Edna Boon interview. She was ten years old in 1918 and has a good memory of how it devastated her community. a lot of good information about the 1918 pandemic in her and other survivor interviews and articles from 1918. Ford Motor Company had over 2000 workers out sick and production that year was down about 500,000 cars...

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Last post by Novice
Mon Jun 22, 2020 12:38 pm
carbide line mounting clips

Last post by KWTownsend « Mon Jun 22, 2020 10:54 am
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by Scott Rosenthal » Fri Jun 19, 2020 4:47 pm

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Curious whether the tube mounting clips shown here are OEM parts. This carbide gas supply line is believed to have been removed from a 1910 chassis, where the compression tee is certainly not an original part, and where this assembly was fastened to the bottom of the frame, using the same cotter pinned screws that...

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Bill-
Although the principle is the same, the acetylene line routing for 1914 (and 1913) is different. The pipe goes on the inside of the frame rail, and there is a cross-pipe on the radiator with a T mounted. Here is some information that may be helpful:

: ^ )

Keith

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Last post by KWTownsend
Mon Jun 22, 2020 10:54 am
If it don't work the first time,try again and again

Last post by D Stroud « Mon Jun 22, 2020 3:34 am
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by Jim Sims » Sun Jun 21, 2020 8:03 pm

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Repairing rust damage on the bottom edge of my 24 roadster body. Drivers side went good, simple strip of new tin. But the door side was a problem, Placed the panel on my bench, clamped the door in place and cut new tin to patch. Welded in place and tried it on the wood frame, not even close to fitting. Had to split the new tin and extend it by one...

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Very good idea Scott. Another thought, maybe use a turnbuckle in the middle of the bracket to make adjustments if needed? Dave

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Last post by D Stroud
Mon Jun 22, 2020 3:34 am
K.D. driving one of the rarest Ford’s on the planet, 1905 Model B.

Last post by Duey_C « Mon Jun 22, 2020 12:46 am
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by Rob » Sat Jun 20, 2020 8:43 am

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Kim sent this video of his successful test drive of this early production (#51) Model B. Click on the link below to view his drive:

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My drool dried from my keyboard.
Thank you gentlemen.
OR
That was freaking awesome!!!
Depending. :)

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Last post by Duey_C
Mon Jun 22, 2020 12:46 am
Cork Gaskets

Last post by Duey_C « Mon Jun 22, 2020 12:42 am
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by SurveyKing » Sat Jun 20, 2020 10:01 am

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Does anyone know if Cork Gaskets are being reproduced and if so where?

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:lol:
:lol:
;)

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Last post by Duey_C
Mon Jun 22, 2020 12:42 am
running board maybe "support" rods??? Got my answer!

Last post by Scott_Conger « Sun Jun 21, 2020 9:54 pm
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by Walt Wise » Sat Jun 20, 2020 4:58 am

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Since I finally acquired a suicide door Coupe(1922) after locating about 20 cars, I have not only seen several in person, but numerous more with pictures that sellers would send me. Please look at the two pictures below and if possible, inform me that they were possibly an accessory support rods for the running boards for maybe more strength for...

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This isn't Walt's car. It is an example he used to help with his question.

the car that the pix came from is for sale on the For Sale forum

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Last post by Scott_Conger
Sun Jun 21, 2020 9:54 pm
Anybody know what this is?

Last post by J1MGOLDEN « Sun Jun 21, 2020 2:26 pm
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by Dan Hatch » Tue Jun 16, 2020 11:19 am

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Anybody know anything about this switch? Looks like it was made this way, not cut out of a dash panel. Edges are not sharp like it was cut out. Key number is 62. And it does say Ford on it, see pictures. Thanks Dan image.jpg
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Dan, I made a key for a switch that looked like yours that was correct for a totally restored (about a 1935 Chris Craft) wood boat for a guy in Texas.

I never saw the boat, but the key was smaller than the Model T keys and other wise the same.

A few early cars also had a larger key and a similar Model T key shape with a lower number.

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Last post by J1MGOLDEN
Sun Jun 21, 2020 2:26 pm
Contact Information for Don L Ritchey (California)?

Last post by erkbrn « Sun Jun 21, 2020 1:57 pm
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by erkbrn » Sat Jun 20, 2020 9:45 pm

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I realize that this may be a long shot, but I am having trouble finding any information. Does anyone have any contact information for Don L Ritchey in Northern California? He was the owner of the Horseless Carriage Garage in Escalon, CA. I used to visit him and his wife Lillian for certain T-related expertise until he closed his museum a couple of...

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Great news, thanks! Sent you a PM Mike.

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Last post by erkbrn
Sun Jun 21, 2020 1:57 pm
Mystery Carburetor #2

Last post by ModelTWoods « Sun Jun 21, 2020 1:26 pm

by ModelTWoods » Sun Jun 21, 2020 1:26 pm

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Sun Jun 21, 2020 1:26 pm
Mystery Carburetor

Last post by ModelTWoods « Sun Jun 21, 2020 1:09 pm

by ModelTWoods » Sun Jun 21, 2020 1:09 pm

I bought this carburetor from Mark Friemiller. It has no name and has two throttle plates/ valves, connected by progressive, adjustable linkage, and then has the usual choke valve, as well. It is a straight through bore carburetor; the carburetor throttle bore measures 1 1/8 and the choke bore measures 1 1/4 . The best that I can figure; the...

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Last post by ModelTWoods
Sun Jun 21, 2020 1:09 pm
FJ - Happy FaThers Day Guys !

Last post by FreighTer Jim « Sun Jun 21, 2020 9:07 am

by FreighTer Jim » Sun Jun 21, 2020 9:07 am

Wishing You Fellow Fathers A Great Day 👍

You Deserve It 👍

FJ

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Last post by FreighTer Jim
Sun Jun 21, 2020 9:07 am
McLarn Wire Wheel Tire Slippage - In Detail

Last post by Poppie « Sun Jun 21, 2020 7:17 am
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by BE_ZERO_BE » Fri Jun 19, 2020 2:17 pm

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It took awhile but I finally finished the analysis of my tire slippage problem.
I have put together my findings in the attached document.
I believe there are two issues in play.
One with the wheels.
One with the particular tires that I had.
let me know what you think.

Tire Problems.pdf

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Thanks Peter for the photo of the tyre/wheel(front).
You will notice the inner tube valve stem at the 7o'clock position is at 90 degrees to the rim and is pointing to the hub. 80 psi was required to stop the tyre from creeping on the rim.
100psi stops the rear tyres from creeping which I think is due to the braking forces. ....N.

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Last post by Poppie
Sun Jun 21, 2020 7:17 am
TT Upholstery

Last post by Jeepbone1 « Sun Jun 21, 2020 12:10 am
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by Jeepbone1 » Sat Jun 20, 2020 1:59 am

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My classtique upholstery kit came in yesterday and my uncle and I spent most of yesterday installing it. Fantastic product and Mike has some of the best customer service skills I’ve ever seen. It did take four months to get it but it was well worth the wait. I now have a new found hate for hog rings. I could live the rest of my life without ever...

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Duey, it doesn’t hang persay. It has four support “rods” two on top and two on the bottom. The two on top slide into slots made between the top and bottom panel seams. The two on the bottom are held in by bolts through the bottom panel. These are the best pictures I can get. The truck is too black and shiny to get great pictures. Woe is me, right?...

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Last post by Jeepbone1
Sun Jun 21, 2020 12:10 am
Timer Clamp Spring tension

Last post by John kuehn « Sat Jun 20, 2020 7:45 pm
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by Squirrel » Sat Jun 20, 2020 3:30 pm

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Hi, when I had my 27 running, I noticed that there was a lot of flex in the commutator rod. The rod was a bad home made one, and I mostly blamed it on that. I made a better one, but still flexed. I bought a new reproduction, but took the car apart and haven't got it back together yet. But now it's time to install the timer clamp spring, and I...

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Believe you said you still the car apart in some way. You probably already know but it sometimes can be tricky in getting the timer rod to not rub or drag on the lower radiator hose when adjusting it for easy function. Been there and done that before in adjusting the rod not realizing it’s a close fit before putting things back together.

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Last post by John kuehn
Sat Jun 20, 2020 7:45 pm
So how do I get this stuff out.

Last post by Mopar_man « Sat Jun 20, 2020 7:16 pm
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by Mopar_man » Sat Jun 20, 2020 10:23 am

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Well I thought putting my engine pan in the sand blaster was going to be a good idea. That was until I talked to J&M Machine and found out that the media will get stuck in the oil drain. I thought I did a good job spraying it out with brake cleaner and flooding it with water. Nope. I can still put a Q tip in there and although it's not much there...

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Sorry I can't do the experiment. I was able to get it clean. The lacquer thinner has won out in this case. First I filled it up then went on a walk with my wife. I talked about the T and she listened, I think.

Then I took a piece of safety wire on the end of my drill and spun it around in there with the lacquer thinner.
Then I drained it and...

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Last post by Mopar_man
Sat Jun 20, 2020 7:16 pm
wobbly rear wheel

Last post by Scott_Conger « Sat Jun 20, 2020 6:52 pm
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by thom » Sat Jun 13, 2020 9:54 pm

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Our '21 Touring ran smoothly until I recently replaced the tube in the left rear tire. Now we have the shakes at any speed above about 10 MPH. The wheels are non-demountables. No spokes are loose that I can tell and the 30x3 1/2 tire appears to be seated properly on the rim. I am willing to build a spoke press to replace the spokes in the wheel,...

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they'd use the two 30x3 1/2's
you'd have to buy two more to match

the 30x3's would become tire swings.

I know you're frustrated, but demountables have their own set of trouble when purchasing a car, so don't let that discourage you. Regarding clincher (your wheels), once the clinchers are right, meaning good tubes, tire flaps, and tires which...

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Last post by Scott_Conger
Sat Jun 20, 2020 6:52 pm
Rajo rocker cover sealing

Last post by YellowTRacer « Sat Jun 20, 2020 6:41 pm
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by ChrisB » Mon Jun 15, 2020 1:22 pm

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Posting this for a member in Australia. Chris

I'm in Australia and just bought a lovely 1915 Speedster. It has a Type A RAJO head (two rocker covers)

I am having trouble sealing the rocker covers to the head to stop oil leaks. I can't find seals on line.

Can you advise where I can buy seals?

Jeff Brown

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Alright guys, I've been following this thread mainly because anything that's posted with the Rajo title in it I have to check out, and watching this one, I just kept thinking, most of you are going with the wrong solution. As some of you know I'm more of an era guy and just love stepping back in time and doing what they did back in the day, so...

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Last post by YellowTRacer
Sat Jun 20, 2020 6:41 pm
Gotta learn to park!

Last post by Scott_Conger « Sat Jun 20, 2020 6:24 pm
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by TWrenn » Tue Jun 16, 2020 2:25 pm

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I guess I need to learn to park the Fordor eh? :lol: :oops:
Or put a stopper-block where I often leave the car in the drive?? :roll:

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I think Model T's were designed by a Poodle.

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Last post by Scott_Conger
Sat Jun 20, 2020 6:24 pm
INSTALLING BANDS

Last post by Altair « Sat Jun 20, 2020 2:15 pm
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by RichardG » Fri Jun 19, 2020 11:15 am

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WHEN REPLACING NON REMOVABLE LINK BANDS WITH REMOVABLE LINK BANDS WITCH SIDE WILL THE LINK GO--PASS-OR-DRIVER, THIS IS A FIRST FOR ME. TKS,

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I replaced the brake band on my 26 and I fought with it for a couple of hours, after I finished I was wondering what that clasp was on top? :oops:

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Last post by Altair
Sat Jun 20, 2020 2:15 pm
8 volt Batteries

Last post by Ron Patterson « Sat Jun 20, 2020 12:16 pm
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by Mike Robinson » Fri Jun 19, 2020 10:53 pm

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I have installed a Rajo head on my T. I am trying an 8 volt battery to give the rebuilt starter a boost. It works great but now the headlights are burning out. I am using 6-8 volts bulbs . Is there an alternative 8 volt lamp or a LED lamp that will work on 8 volts ? Is there a resistor that will only drop 2 volts so the 6 volt lamps will work ?

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The generator voltage will only go to the higher rates I mentioned above when the battery is disconnected and the generators goes into its runaway unregulated mode. A loose charging circuit wire on the switch or ammeter would case this.

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Last post by Ron Patterson
Sat Jun 20, 2020 12:16 pm
I need some help

Last post by Rich Eagle « Sat Jun 20, 2020 12:14 pm
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by John L » Sat Jun 20, 2020 10:02 am

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I am in the process of putting window channel felt in my 1923 T coupe . I need to know does the window felt go all the way to the bottom of the window channel , or just the top half of the closed area.Iput a piece in the channel area but the channel area is curved, and will not allow the window to travel to the stored area.Any help is appreciated.

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It should go all the way to the bottom. This shows my '22 but is about the same.
Rich
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Sat Jun 20, 2020 12:14 pm
T Trip around Michigan

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by SMHnat » Mon Jun 15, 2020 12:35 pm

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Hi all. Sorry, I hardly ever post on here.

Last week I took a trip with my better half around the perimeter of the lower Michigan peninsula. We started in Mt Clemens and drove up the east side of the state, around the thumb and up to Oscoda tacking in 300 miles. Day 2 we drove to Mackinaw City which is the most northern town in the lower...

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You are an inspiration Seamus! It appears your better half enjoys the adventure as much as you. Not all of us are that fortunate.

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Sat Jun 20, 2020 10:58 am
Hypothetical question re: Spokane Tour

Last post by Oldav8tor « Sat Jun 20, 2020 9:57 am
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by DHort » Fri Jun 19, 2020 2:17 pm

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If, and I highly doubt there would be, if there was a second tour in Wisconsin, who would cancel their trip to Spokane and go on a tour to Wisconsin instead?
Just looking for feedback since Dan and Matt brought it up.
There are currently no plans whatsoever to have 2 tours in one year.

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Personally I think one national tour a year is enough. That said, regional or state tours can offer a good substitute for those who like big gatherings. In Michigan we hold an annual Jamboree (MTFCI) which attracts 75-100 cars and has many of the features of a national but on a smaller scale. We attract quite a few people from other states and...

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Sat Jun 20, 2020 9:57 am
Valves and adjustable tappets

Last post by John Illinois « Sat Jun 20, 2020 8:59 am
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by John Illinois » Fri Jun 12, 2020 5:11 pm

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Do you need to shorten new original style valves with adjustable tappets?

John

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Thanks Brad. I am using 2 wrench single lock tappets.

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Sat Jun 20, 2020 8:59 am
WHO OWNS THIS SPEEDSTER????

Last post by Kevin Pharis « Fri Jun 19, 2020 11:07 pm
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by frontyboy » Mon Jun 15, 2020 11:12 pm

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Who owns this speedster???????

I would like to get some additional pictures and measurements.

Please contact me if you know where this Model “T” is located.

Thnx

frontyboy

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While purchasing a finished car would be both the time and cost efficient way to have a car like this, there is nothing on this car that you would have to wait a lifetime to acquire if you were to choose to build one like it. Without a doubt your wallet would have a significant dent by the time you were done, but the radiator, fenders, Buffalo...

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Fri Jun 19, 2020 11:07 pm
Accident today

Last post by Wayne Sheldon « Fri Jun 19, 2020 9:28 pm
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by RGould1910 » Wed Jun 17, 2020 10:21 pm

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I was hit by a distracted driver. Serious fender and front end damage. Possible frame damage. Is there someone near Sacramento that does good body and fender repair. Be great if they did chassis repair too. IMG_6451.jpg

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R.V., Those secret names and numbers can be fun. And of course, one MUST be careful to not abuse the privilege. Many years ago, a lot of the work we did was overseen by the FCC. Along with that, my dad did do consulting work for some very special clients. Occasionally, we would run into someone that did not want to abide by the laws they were...

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Fri Jun 19, 2020 9:28 pm
Exhaust Whistle

Last post by drjefb@tpg.com.au « Fri Jun 19, 2020 8:46 pm
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by drjefb@tpg.com.au » Fri Jun 19, 2020 9:03 am

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I have this exhaust attachment which seems to be for a whistle but I cant find any information about it.

There is a foot control activator on the floor.

The embossing on the back of the unit looks like Cooper, but may not be.

I suspect that the whistle itself is missing.

Does anybody know what it is?

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Thanks for the replies

Very interesting

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Fri Jun 19, 2020 8:46 pm
TT glass

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by Rod Petrie » Fri Jun 19, 2020 6:58 pm

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I am getting ready to put glass in my 26TT closed cab. I have seen posted that it is best to take the windshield frame to a glass place and let them install it. What about the door and back window? Does anyone have the dimensions for these? I would like to pick it all up at one time

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This site has copy of Ford specs for T windshield and body glass, TT is listed.

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Fri Jun 19, 2020 8:37 pm
Bearing clearance on Ford TT axle

Last post by HPetrino « Fri Jun 19, 2020 5:40 pm
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by bigbull » Fri Jun 19, 2020 4:28 pm

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Hi,
We rework a Ford TT Ruckstell rear axle. We have the The Ruckstell Axle book but can't find any information about the bearing play. Can someone give us some information? Thanks Stefan

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I don't believe there are any clearance guidelines or settings . I just ran mine tight enough to eliminate excessive movement being sure everything moved freely and that's it. I may be wrong, but it's been working fine for 18 years since had it apart.

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Fri Jun 19, 2020 5:40 pm
The speed reducer

Last post by DHort « Fri Jun 19, 2020 1:43 pm
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by Bud Delong » Thu Jun 18, 2020 6:53 pm

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A friend posted a picture on the wifes FB site and it was a homemade speed reducer for a drill press made from a model T steering gear.I would send the picture but i do not know how.It is always hard to slow down enough for large drills! Bud. :D

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Bud and Jerry. It is a lot easier than you think. Maybe 5 clicks and you are done.

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Fri Jun 19, 2020 1:43 pm
The File mystery

Last post by RustyFords « Fri Jun 19, 2020 11:29 am
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by Squirrel » Tue Jun 16, 2020 3:10 pm

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I pulled the tank from the 27 so I could weld the crack in the firewall, etc. It rattled. I eventually got the rattling bits to move to the other side of the baffle, so I could extract them with a magnet on a stick.

Who broke that file? why did he hide it in the gas tank? And, when? Mysterious.

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Unusual things in unusual places. 30 years ago a 100 year old home was torn down here in Excelsior.. In side the walls were several 100 year old, empty wisky bottles. When they remodeled A. Lincoln's home 20 year ago, inside and under a stairwell they found a variety of items including several letters that never got mailed.

When I was in...

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Fri Jun 19, 2020 11:29 am
Luray Swap Meet

Last post by Mike Lebsack-Iowa « Fri Jun 19, 2020 10:15 am
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by sweet23 » Sat Jun 13, 2020 11:40 am

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Looks like the Luray swap meet is on for Oct. 6-8

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I am planning to attend. Will have some goodies and will be looking for some as well. I had a great time last year and cannot wait to go again. Great Folks, Great location!

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Fri Jun 19, 2020 10:15 am
Request for expert advice to help date a photo

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by vherrin » Tue Jun 16, 2020 10:53 am

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Family tree researcher requests your expert help! The attached photo is either my great grandfather or my great-great grandfather, standing in front of what I think is a Model T. Any further information you can provide about the auto would be very helpful to me. For instance, is it indeed a Model T, and if so, can you estimate what year it was...

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All this information is just amazing! You all should be detectives! Regarding the license plate info, that really narrows it down, doesn't it? My great grandfather died in February 1935, so he lived a very long life. He was born in Iowa but moved to the Neosho, Missouri area shortly after the Civil War. He raised two families and was primarily a...

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Fri Jun 19, 2020 9:16 am
Bendix noise?

Last post by Jerry VanOoteghem « Fri Jun 19, 2020 8:40 am
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by Jon Hall » Thu Jun 18, 2020 11:11 am

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My '26 roadster started up just fine for the season, except for a noise that seemed to come from the Bendix drive. I took off the Bendix cover thinking that a screw or bolt might be loose, and did not fine that.I put it back together and it still made the noise. It seems to be two knocks with an interval, and then another two. Any suggestions as...

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Jon,

When you say 2 knocks, then an interval, then 2 knocks, etc., it makes me think that you have a couple of bad teeth on your ring gear. If the trouble were in your bendix, it would knock at even intervals, (e.g. * * * * *, versus **....**....**....**). If you remove the bendix and have someone crank over the engine slowly, while you inspect...

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Fri Jun 19, 2020 8:40 am
Stevens Front Axle Tool info

Last post by Dan Hatch « Fri Jun 19, 2020 8:31 am

by Dan Hatch » Fri Jun 19, 2020 8:31 am

I get questions once in awhile from someone wanting to buy tooling to fix his one axle. The cost for one axle is high. While I do fix axles, most time the person is so far away that the freight kills them fixing their axle. I have sold my tooling all over the world but have not kept a list of people. I am also not telling people who to call to see...

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Fri Jun 19, 2020 8:31 am
square gas tank brackets question???

Last post by Allan « Fri Jun 19, 2020 6:41 am
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by Walt Wise » Sat Jun 13, 2020 5:59 pm

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I have looked through several vendor catalogs and can not find any brackets they sell to secure/hold in place the square gas tank. I just bought a 22 Coupe and it currently has nothing to hold the tank in place besides the square bottom bed that has about a three to four inch sides. I have attached a couple of pics of two very different brackets...

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Rich, I believe your 4 pronged split rivets are indeed tubular rivets. The setting tool splits the hollow and starts the 'legs' bending outwards. The legs will be random widths, random spaces and not necessarily 4 legged. Many brake linings are fixed to the shoes with similar rivets, but these are often shorter and bell out rather than split into...

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Fri Jun 19, 2020 6:41 am
Wood vs metal firewall for a TT

Last post by D Stroud « Fri Jun 19, 2020 3:29 am
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by Corvette Guy » Wed Jun 17, 2020 9:46 pm

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I've got a 1924 TT via the engine number that has a wooden firewall and a low radiator. It also has a beaded rear axle, a starter, dismountable wheels, no generator but it has a block off plate.

Anyhow, the firewall is rotted out and needs replaced. Can I change it to a metal one, if so which style? Or am I better off making another wooden one,...

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If it was mine, I would do as Donnie said. IMO, way easier. I have one or two around here too and brackets. Not NOS by any means, but usable. Dave

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Fri Jun 19, 2020 3:29 am
Engine Cradle v. Engine Stand

Last post by Duey_C « Fri Jun 19, 2020 1:06 am
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by paddy1998 » Mon Jun 15, 2020 5:25 pm

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As a result of the seized head bolt follies of the past week ( I'm going to have to pull the engine.

Because this is the first time I'll be doing this I'll need to acquire some equipment, specifically an engine stand or cradle.

It is unlikely I will ever pull the engine out of any other car besides a Model T.

I'm going to put in new valves,...

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Nice score on the used stand Scott. :)
Pat, cute 12-20? in the background. ;)

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Fri Jun 19, 2020 1:06 am
New Day Timer Re-conditioner

Last post by Mark Gregush « Thu Jun 18, 2020 10:56 pm
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by Oldav8tor » Wed Jun 17, 2020 1:33 pm

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Anyone with a New Day timer knows the value of cleaning the interior contacts from time to time. Previous posters have described devices made from plywood and the like. I'd like to suggest an additional possibility.

I purchased a 3 inch sanding disc holder from Harbor Freight. By cutting off a tiny bit around the edge it is a perfect fit for the...

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Look at the terminal where the wires attach, now look inside and see how deep you have gone. The contact inside is only that thick.

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Thu Jun 18, 2020 10:56 pm
Wishbone reconect problem.

Last post by RGould1910 « Thu Jun 18, 2020 10:43 pm
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by 22centerdoor » Tue Jun 16, 2020 8:41 am

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I just adjusted my rod beatings. I removed the inspection cover on a 4-dip pan which necessitated disconnecting the wishbone ball socket. When putting it all back together, the ball socket does not line up with the pan. It is about 3/8 of an inch off. Is this normal? Is there some type of trick to get the wishbone and pan to align? Thanks.

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IMHO the easiest way to align the wishbone ball is to loosen the nuts that clamp the front spring to the frame channel. With the spring loose it is easy to move the axle a small amount to where the ball aligns with the socket.

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Thu Jun 18, 2020 10:43 pm
Pittman Arm Removal

Last post by Scott_Conger « Thu Jun 18, 2020 10:16 pm
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by KrazyFam » Sat Jun 13, 2020 8:52 pm

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Looking for some wisdom, as a new Model T (1923 runabout) owner, to how I can safely remove a Pittman Arm. The Ford Service Manual addresses using a brass or lead hammer but I haven't had any luck and scared I might damage something in the process. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

r/Karl

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Karl

good for you and thank you for the followup

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Thu Jun 18, 2020 10:16 pm
Thanks

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by Ralph F » Wed Jun 17, 2020 8:14 pm

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Just what to give a big thanks to Tim Wrenn. I had a problem getting my Rocky Mt. Brakes adjusted properly Tim offer to walk me thru my problem,and with in 15 min ,he had it figured out what was wrong. With in 15 min, I had made the adjustment and now have brakes. So I would like to thank everyone who makes the time and effort to help. This what...

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And Walt Rosenthal is smiling down upon Tim.

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Thu Jun 18, 2020 9:29 pm
Transmission covers

Last post by OilyBill « Thu Jun 18, 2020 9:17 pm
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by OilyBill » Thu Jun 18, 2020 12:55 pm

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Any opinions on the value of 2 early transmission covers?
#1 Aluminum 1911-1913 according to MacCaffey's data.
#2. Aluminum, but later than #1. has the cast ridge reinforcements on each side of the base, so 1913-and on.

I want to list them on E-Bay, but not sure what the starting bid should be, as I am no expert. I am only looking for a...

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Thanks very much to all of you for the excellent advice!
I will take plenty of pictures.
I don't see any cracks at all.
I know aluminum castings do have porosity issues. My 1926 Franklin has a cast aluminum crankcase, and cast aluminum transmission. Both of those were sprayed internally with glyptol resin, to stop pinhole oil leaks. If I was...

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Thu Jun 18, 2020 9:17 pm

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