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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.

Can’t log in? Want to test posting pics without causing clutter here? You don’t have to have a userid to post, and you don’t even have to give your info, just post away and...

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Piston Options For “A” Crank T Engine

Last post by Les Schubert « Wed Oct 09, 2019 10:28 pm
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by Kenny Edmondson » Sat Oct 05, 2019 6:20 pm

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I’m currently using H840CP pistons and was looking for something with a longer skirt. What other options are there?

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Gene
Thank you for the information. Something for me to consider doing

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Wed Oct 09, 2019 10:28 pm
Climbing Hills

Last post by Les Schubert « Wed Oct 09, 2019 8:15 pm
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by dunoon » Wed Oct 09, 2019 1:11 pm

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I took my 26 coupe out for a test drive this morn. It's still pretty stripped mainly just the body on the Chassis. But, running it in the garage it runs good so when I drove it on the road here in western Va. where all roads go either up or down I was surprised the it had a hard time climbing a 10% grade in high, low was fine. The engine was...

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1. I see you are at 1,000 ft elevation, that will cost a bit of power
2. The cam is very likely a worn original timed “straight up “. Lots of work done on cams in the last 40 years.
3. What axle ratio are you running. Probably stock, but ?
4. What the others have mentioned

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Last post by Les Schubert
Wed Oct 09, 2019 8:15 pm
Radiator Mounting Hardware

Last post by art32mor « Wed Oct 09, 2019 7:48 pm
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by RustyFords » Wed Oct 09, 2019 1:07 am

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I’m a bit flummoxed as to how the radiator mounting hardware goes on my 24 Touring.

My car came with a farm patchwork of nuts and bolts holding down the radiator that wasn’t doing a very good job. However I secured a more stock appearing set that is nicely weathered to match my car and now that my new Berg’s radiator is here, I want to get it...

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Get rid of those short bar nuts get the longer ones you'l thank me later

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Wed Oct 09, 2019 7:48 pm
Carburettor info

Last post by Henry K. Lee « Wed Oct 09, 2019 7:32 pm
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by Davey1916 » Mon Oct 07, 2019 5:04 am

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Hi all,
Currently rebuilding several carburettors and looking for some info on settings, parts and photos.
Stromberg OE-1
Tillotson R-6A
Tillotson R-4A
Tillotson S-4C
Tillotson S-4D
Koala brass Carb (don't have a model number but same as Tillotsons)
Atom Brass Carb (don't have a model number but same as Tillotsons)
If anyone knows where I can get...

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Found some info on the S-4 (A & B) Models but no C or D. Looks like the inlet is the only difference?

Hank

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Last post by Henry K. Lee
Wed Oct 09, 2019 7:32 pm
Macbeth lens instructions

Last post by Jack Putnam, in Ohio « Wed Oct 09, 2019 5:44 pm
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by Dropacent » Wed Oct 09, 2019 3:27 pm

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This for Jack, and E1A8E9BE-67FF-4927-8F1C-5E9537C9B72B.jpeg others not afraid to admit they use instructions. 98C8D80E-CB49-4B96-B0BA-0B8F02C1D28B.jpeg 28B8A974-66F1-4434-807A-665623F0DACF.jpeg F1739220-9949-422C-8AD7-4F6A7ABE0F90.jpeg A77E34BF-B60E-4A9E-BA34-865AC869CCE0.jpeg

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Very interesting directions. There is a disconnect between the focusing of the lamps and the McBeth lens. The McBeths don't seem to have any connection to better lighting.

Thanks for posting.

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Wed Oct 09, 2019 5:44 pm
CAR SHOW SPECTATOR DAMAGE

Last post by mike atkins « Wed Oct 09, 2019 2:01 pm
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by Professor Fate » Sat Oct 05, 2019 10:04 pm

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Ever been to a car show where a spectator runs into your car with a baby carriage, scrapes it somehow, or otherwise does damage???
today I had some oblivious dimwit walk into my touring car with a birdfeeder. Chipped my 60 year old still very nice laquer paint job. All because he was preoccupied by talking on his cell phone.... Hang up and walk! i...

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No body has respect for other peoples cars. When I grew up my dad always said look but don't touch and be aware anything that could scratch the paint.

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Wed Oct 09, 2019 2:01 pm
2019 Model T Nationals - Maryborough Australia

Last post by John E. Guitar « Wed Oct 09, 2019 5:47 am
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by John E. Guitar » Sun Oct 06, 2019 7:37 pm

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A few photos.

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A few more.

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Wed Oct 09, 2019 5:47 am
Does anyone have a Weidenhoff HCCT or other information?

Last post by John E. Guitar « Wed Oct 09, 2019 2:21 am
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by BE_ZERO_BE » Wed Oct 09, 2019 2:00 am

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I am looking for more information in the Weidenhoff HCCT for my book.
I need more detailed photos and a clear description of how it works.
I am also looking for any Weidenhoff catalogs or literature that shows the Weidenhoff HCCT.
Below is a photo of a Weidenhoff HCCT.

Thank you in advance.
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Have you tried contacting Snap-On? They might have something.

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Last post by John E. Guitar
Wed Oct 09, 2019 2:21 am
How do you attach a Depot Hack Body to the frame ?

Last post by TonyB « Tue Oct 08, 2019 11:33 pm
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by Mart » Tue Oct 08, 2019 12:01 pm

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Hi all, I am building a 1922 Depot Hack and I am ready to attach the Pleasantville Manufacturing Body to the frame. My question is how do I do that ? Do I need to add angle brackets to it or do you just drill through the cross members into the frame ? One problem with this car is that the rear frame (wishbone) extends beyond the wood gussets where...

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The regular Model T bodies are held by the brackets as mentioned above but on a custom body you have other options. Our speedster body is bolted directly to the chassis. I think we used the six brackets that are riveted to the chassis so it gives a slightly lower look. Of course several items are in the way, the one I remember best was the brake...

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Last post by TonyB
Tue Oct 08, 2019 11:33 pm
27 T magneto issue

Last post by John.Zibell « Tue Oct 08, 2019 10:04 pm
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by Tubby » Tue Oct 08, 2019 5:53 pm

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Was on a tour a month ago and on the way back the magneto just stopped working. Car runs on BAT but nothing from the mag.

I’ve done some searching and checked the continuity from the mag post to the switch, then to the coil box. That is good.
Next I checked the magneto itself with a 1156 bulb and it in fact lights up.
What Am missing? Any ideas...

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Bad switch or wiring.

the later switches (oval plate in the dash) had issues on their contacts. And IIRC no one repoped these (someone should have!!!). The earlier switches were easier to rebuild, and the coilbox switches were EXTREMELY easy to rebuild

It may also be a wiring issue - wires on T's vibrate and break. Run a jumper to check if it's...

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Last post by John.Zibell
Tue Oct 08, 2019 10:04 pm
Lowest priced new Model T

Last post by Steve Jelf « Tue Oct 08, 2019 9:57 pm
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by John kuehn » Mon Oct 07, 2019 3:45 pm

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Am I correct that Model T’s got to their lowest prices in the black 17-25 era? I was thinking that the Runabouts got below $300.00 out the door some time during the 20’s and they were a non-stater car. Any historians ought there have an idea out there?
Thanks

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The inflation calculator says that $260 in 1924 would be $3900.88 in 2019. That's still a pretty cheap new car. In 1924 a $20 gold piece would buy you a new suit, a good meal in a nice restaurant, and a night's stay in a good hotel. Today that same coin would buy all that stuff. :D

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Last post by Steve Jelf
Tue Oct 08, 2019 9:57 pm
Replacing Wood Spokes On Model T

Last post by Mark Gregush « Tue Oct 08, 2019 9:50 pm
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by Carolina Swee-T » Tue Oct 01, 2019 9:53 pm

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Hello,
I just purchased a 1926 Model T Coupe. This is my first classic car, and I would really appreciate any advice anyone can give me on where I can replace the wooden spokes for my car. Can this be something I can do on my own or should I let someone do this for me? If anyone can point me in the direction of a company or person who could do...

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;) I hope he is reading this as a guest because the last and only time he has been on was when he posted the question. If you are watching and reading, let people know if the replies have been any help and maybe tell us why you think you need new spokes.

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Last post by Mark Gregush
Tue Oct 08, 2019 9:50 pm
Route 66 Trip

Last post by aDave « Tue Oct 08, 2019 8:27 pm
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by JohnM » Mon Oct 07, 2019 11:58 am

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Drove the original 1926 route of route 66 from St Louis to Cuba Mo. Round trip was about 170 miles. Stayed at the Wagon Wheel Motel, reported to be the oldest continuously operated motel on route 66. Attended the Cuba Lions Club car, truck and vintage travel trailer show. The town is very welcoming to route 66 travelers. Any visit should include a...

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I'll repeat what someone else said on another post awhile back...

DO NOT GET Neck strain...just click on the picture, and it will MAGICALLY right itself (sometimes).

Worth a try, no?

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Last post by aDave
Tue Oct 08, 2019 8:27 pm
A Little different type QC band

Last post by DanTreace « Tue Oct 08, 2019 8:07 pm
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by Ruxstel24 » Tue Oct 08, 2019 7:12 pm

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I have seen the pin or button type and the slotted ones, but ran across this today.
I found two narrow ones with a little lever that pivots over the one pin to keep it on.
Any thoughts, any good ??
I see it says Raybestos...

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Mfg. by Raybestos, and linings came with the band, a mixture of cotton and asbestos.

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Last post by DanTreace
Tue Oct 08, 2019 8:07 pm
Robe Rail Installation in 1915 Touring?

Last post by NorthSouth « Tue Oct 08, 2019 6:51 pm
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by NorthSouth » Mon Oct 07, 2019 1:35 pm

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Hello fellow Model T-ers,

My father and I purchased a period-correct solid brass robe rail for the back seat of our 1915 Touring. It has two good size screw holes at either end. Would any of you have advice on how to best attach this to the back of the front seat? I don't want to just screw it into the sheetmetal do I? But I don't really want...

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Thank you Humble, Erik, and Bob.

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Last post by NorthSouth
Tue Oct 08, 2019 6:51 pm
How do you work a Ruckstell?

Last post by Ruxstel24 « Tue Oct 08, 2019 3:22 pm
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by DHort » Tue Oct 08, 2019 2:42 am

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A friend of mine bought a car with a Ruckstell. I assume it is set in high. The shifting lever and rod from lever to housing are not installed. We dont know if we should reinstall them. If we do, are there only 2 positions for the shifting lever? It lookslike it would go forward or back and not side to side. Chaffins book doesnt really explain it.

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Yes, lever on the axle is forward in low (Ruckstell) and back in direct (Ford).
Determining the gear ratio is next.
You could put the axle in direct and the pedal in high, jack up a rear wheel and take the plugs out. Turn the crank and see how many turns it takes to make a full revolution at the wheel.

Kind of a PIA, but unless you have the axle...

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Last post by Ruxstel24
Tue Oct 08, 2019 3:22 pm
Inner bearing race pressed on spindle?

Last post by Ruxstel24 « Tue Oct 08, 2019 3:15 pm
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by Matt in California » Sat Oct 05, 2019 11:32 am

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Is this normal?
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Thanks!
Matt

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Rodger, not sure that would help, nothing really to grab on to and usually heat will do the trick.

Matt, don’t feel so bad, the second set of pics shows the bearing surface of the race was pretty badly pitted...I wouldn’t use it.

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Last post by Ruxstel24
Tue Oct 08, 2019 3:15 pm
Post Your 2019 Fall Hershey Swap Spaces Here!

Last post by Burlingtontguy « Tue Oct 08, 2019 3:01 pm
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by CudaMan » Fri Aug 09, 2019 1:44 pm

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It's time to start thinking about this year's Hershey! If you have a swap spot, please post the spot number(s) and field color here, along with the number of the closest light pole if you know it, thanks!

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I will be at space OBK60 Come by for great deals I need to lighten the trailer for the trip home,, DENNIS MICHAUD

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Last post by Burlingtontguy
Tue Oct 08, 2019 3:01 pm
Looking for a wheel

Last post by dobro1956 « Tue Oct 08, 2019 2:42 pm
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by Les Schubert » Mon Oct 07, 2019 10:39 pm

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I need one wheel (prefer rear but easily converted) like this picture
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A 30 x 3 inch tire will not fit a 30 x 3-1/2 inch rim, or visa versa.

A 30 x 3 inch tire has a 24 inch hole. (24inch rim)
A 30 x 3-1/2 inch tire has a 23 inch hole. (23 inch rim)

The 30 is the outside diameter of the tire
The 3 or 3-1\2 is the sidewall height (not the width)

If you double the sidewall measurement and then subtract it from 30...

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Last post by dobro1956
Tue Oct 08, 2019 2:42 pm
16 headlight wiring question

Last post by KWTownsend « Tue Oct 08, 2019 1:40 pm
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by Billy Vrana » Mon Oct 07, 2019 10:55 pm

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Working on a 16 cutoff touring for a fella. The car has been layed up in a shed since WW2. It has this coil? installed in line from the mag to the switch. Guessing it was to up the power to the headlights. Was this common? Did they work? Screenshot_20191007-214251_Gallery.jpg

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Resistance coils were used with the combination horn headlight switch that had two on positions, whether there was a steel dashboard, or instrument panel or not. :oops:

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Last post by KWTownsend
Tue Oct 08, 2019 1:40 pm
”Any customer can have a car painted any colour that he wants so long as it is black.”

Last post by Susanne « Tue Oct 08, 2019 12:32 pm
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by Matt in California » Sun Oct 06, 2019 5:49 pm

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I was looking up something and it quoted that Henry Ford made the famous color statement according to his autobiography. I had always heard on this forum there was no evidence that Ford said this. I found the following in his autobiography. See page 45 of the following:

The salesmen were insistent on increasing the line. They listened to the...

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I suspect the autobiography was done looking at the rosy haze of history of one of the most successful products ever... So making it sound like the business decisions of the T were in 1909 (months after the actual launch), in addition to the statement All Fords will be painted black is looking not at the actual events of 1906-1908 but after almost...

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Last post by Susanne
Tue Oct 08, 2019 12:32 pm
Digital model of 1912 Torpedo

Last post by sboerner « Tue Oct 08, 2019 11:12 am
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by sboerner » Wed Aug 28, 2019 12:05 pm

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A few weeks ago I posted a question here to ask about 1911 Torpedo drawings needed to make a digital 3D model. First, thanks for all the responses here and others that I received by email. Several people have been very helpful. Second, as it turns out full drawings of that year's Torpedo do not seem to be available. But drawings for the 1912...

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Thanks. After posting the image something made me double check the encyclopedia and, sure enough, I found that the color should be midnight blue. That's fixed.

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Tue Oct 08, 2019 11:12 am
1926 Coupe Marketing Picture

Last post by Tiger Tim « Tue Oct 08, 2019 10:41 am
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by Humblej » Sun Oct 06, 2019 9:25 am

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Ran across this interesting marketing picture. Windshield frame and window moldings appear to be painted black, spare tire bracket is black. Rear fender body area appears to be painted over in black. Dash is body color. Pin striping is wide. And as usual, car came without a spare tire, just a rim. Oh, and I assume this one is configured for...

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It could also have been painted any non-standard colour for better contrast in black and white photos. Did you know the Addams family’s house was pink?

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Last post by Tiger Tim
Tue Oct 08, 2019 10:41 am
Head question for 1922 engine

Last post by Retro54 « Tue Oct 08, 2019 10:14 am
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by Retro54 » Sat Oct 05, 2019 5:45 pm

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Good day. I have a 1922 engine with a cracked head. Head is cracked the length of the top, right down the water outlet.

I'm going to be searching for a replacement head at Hershey this week. I know the 1922 head is a 'high' head. Do I need to get a high head to replace, or will an early low head work as well? I'm just interested in getting a...

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Thank you guys for the insights! Gonna be chasing a hi head at Hershey.

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Last post by Retro54
Tue Oct 08, 2019 10:14 am
" 1917 " Movie December Release

Last post by Kaiser « Tue Oct 08, 2019 5:41 am
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by Moxie26 » Sat Oct 05, 2019 9:43 pm

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Wonder how many Model T's we'll see ??????

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Promises to be another epic Great war movie, can't wait !

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Last post by Kaiser
Tue Oct 08, 2019 5:41 am
What is it?

Last post by Susanne « Tue Oct 08, 2019 2:37 am
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by tselliott » Mon Oct 07, 2019 11:48 pm

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Anybody have any idea what this is.
I thought it might be for a magneto but not really sure.
Thanks for looking,
Scott

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Witht he indents I'd say it's for a governor set-up, not a food feed... the indents change the operating speed. Probably missing a couple parts to pick up on the wins from a fan or etc...

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Last post by Susanne
Tue Oct 08, 2019 2:37 am
I need help identifying this wheel

Last post by Matt in California « Tue Oct 08, 2019 1:26 am
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by Matt in California » Sun Oct 06, 2019 10:41 pm

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I got this wheel with the interesting hub along with a bunch other Model T wheels. Can anyone explain this to me?
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Matt

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Dan,
Thanks for your response! Very neat concept. I wonder how good they worked. Unfortunately I only have the one and no hub for the bearings.

Matt

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Last post by Matt in California
Tue Oct 08, 2019 1:26 am
Tranny drum de-glasing?

Last post by Duey_C « Tue Oct 08, 2019 1:08 am
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by Jed » Mon Oct 07, 2019 1:17 pm

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When re-installing transmission bands that have new linings, is there any need to de-glaze the drums?

While we have the hogs head off, Is there anything else that need to be looked at?

Anything to watch out for when installing the bands? Besides dropping something into the tranny case. We already dropped the shift knob off the Ruckstel in...

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Nice links Scott! Thanks for bringing them up. :)
I used Toon's re-lining notions and found them to be very good for me too!
Jed, I sat down with the fresh bands, in my chair, with another good drum on my lap.
I closed the gap with my hands and oh my! My bands were so very far from round! Yuck. High spots were all over. Nature of the beast or my...

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Last post by Duey_C
Tue Oct 08, 2019 1:08 am
Battery question

Last post by Ruxstel24 « Mon Oct 07, 2019 10:48 pm
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by Bill Robinson » Thu Oct 03, 2019 11:01 am

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Asking for a friend- if a car is incorrectly connected positive ground- will the starter spin backwards?

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David, I did the same thing with an old Cub Cadet...thing actually started, but the amp meter showed a discharge. :?:

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Last post by Ruxstel24
Mon Oct 07, 2019 10:48 pm
Sept Oct Vintage Ford

Last post by Dennis_Brown « Mon Oct 07, 2019 9:23 pm
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by got10carz » Sat Oct 05, 2019 10:05 pm

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Is it just me, or is the technical article on page 12 worded wrong. Read the 3rd paragraph starting with FOR STARTING PURPOSES, worded wrong.

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I am trying to figure out what the pictures inside the front cover are. Maybe my glasses need adjusting for magnification.

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Last post by Dennis_Brown
Mon Oct 07, 2019 9:23 pm
Is a water pump necessary?

Last post by Henry K. Lee « Mon Oct 07, 2019 9:22 pm
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by ModelT46 » Fri Oct 04, 2019 12:14 pm

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The discussion of the need for a water pump breaks into a great battle/

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Ervin an Atlas pulley driven works the best in super performance. Stays right at 180 degrees.

Hank

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Last post by Henry K. Lee
Mon Oct 07, 2019 9:22 pm
MTFCA Forum meeting at Hershey ?

Last post by SusanYaeger « Mon Oct 07, 2019 9:19 pm
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by Moxie26 » Fri Aug 16, 2019 1:48 pm

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Has a day and time been set ???

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Yes MTFCA Forum meeting.
Wednesday
2:00
Chocolate Field North
C4Q34-39

See earlier post in this thread with more details.

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Last post by SusanYaeger
Mon Oct 07, 2019 9:19 pm
Odd horn button.

Last post by Henry K. Lee « Mon Oct 07, 2019 7:51 pm
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by Jeepbone1 » Mon Oct 07, 2019 5:01 pm

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Anyone have any ideas as to why this horn button has this divet in it? Maybe it’s just been crushed but it looks oddly uniform.

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Another way to quiet a struck horn button..., shoot it!

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Last post by Henry K. Lee
Mon Oct 07, 2019 7:51 pm
Help with coils

Last post by John Illinois « Mon Oct 07, 2019 7:13 pm
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by John Illinois » Mon Oct 07, 2019 5:43 pm

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I have been working to get my new 24 Touring ready to start. The coils do not buzz. I was getting 6 volts to the coil box,so I removed coils. I put +6v to the bottom contact and -6v to the top side timer contact. All were dead. I measured the ohms between the contacts and got 3-5 megs with the points closed or open.
Am I testing these right. I do...

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John,I will keep him in mind.

John

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Last post by John Illinois
Mon Oct 07, 2019 7:13 pm
Electronic Ignition in a Bosch Distributor

Last post by jhartner « Mon Oct 07, 2019 4:39 pm

by jhartner » Mon Oct 07, 2019 4:39 pm

I have a Bosch distributor with the points and condenser riveted into a metal cup which slides down into the distributor housing. My car is loosing power when it warms up. I changed the coil and that didn't fix it . I think it may be the condenser that is bad. I bought a condenser, however, it appears as though the condenser is below a metal cover...

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Last post by jhartner
Mon Oct 07, 2019 4:39 pm
What am I looking at?

Last post by Les Schubert « Mon Oct 07, 2019 2:28 pm
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by RGould1910 » Sun Oct 06, 2019 7:07 pm

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I understand why someone would use an earlier rear hub and re-drill for five studs to fit a 26-27 brake hub, but I don't understand why a ring was tack welded to the threaded area of the hub. I'd appreciate any observations or comments on this modification. It certainly makes for a difficult removal. 20191006_155700.jpg

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There should be a decent supply of really good rear hubs. I did a production run about 20 years ago

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Last post by Les Schubert
Mon Oct 07, 2019 2:28 pm
Need Some Advice

Last post by Rich Bingham « Mon Oct 07, 2019 11:20 am
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by Mark Osterman » Sat Oct 05, 2019 7:43 pm

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I bought a new set of springs from Langs that seem to be made by Snyders. Have ordered the seat upholstery kit from Classtique. So here’s the thing. I’m looking at these new cushion springs that are made on an aluminum framework. They already look kinda twisted and bent right out of the box and they are definitely not as well built as the original...

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Once again I'm mystified by a repro part that is not made to original spec. Why ?!? How much more would it cost to do it right ? Spring frames will bend even when they're steel. Aluminum sounds like sure failure sooner than later.

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Last post by Rich Bingham
Mon Oct 07, 2019 11:20 am
Brass Carburetors - will be at Hershey 2019

Last post by catbol « Mon Oct 07, 2019 10:57 am
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by tford22 » Thu Sep 05, 2019 6:45 pm

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I wanted to let you all I will be set up at Hershey PA. 2019!
I will be in spots - RWI 32 & 33. These are a few pictures of some of the Super Brass
Model T Carburetors I will have available.
Thank you all, and hope to see you all at Hershey!
Russell Potter
carbking@soltec.net

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BTT

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Last post by catbol
Mon Oct 07, 2019 10:57 am
Hard starting: I'm out of ideas.

Last post by samuel pine « Mon Oct 07, 2019 9:12 am
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by Steve Jelf » Sat Oct 05, 2019 2:46 pm

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This is getting really old, and I'm stumped. The 1915 runabout usually starts on one pull when it's warmed up. I even get an occasional free start. But starting when it's cold is another story. Cold includes an ambient temperature of 70º. This used to be an easy-starting car. A couple of chokes, flip the key, pull once, and it was running. No...

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Have you tried putting your hand over the carb while somebody cranks it: no vacuum ?
it will never start ever. 30lbs or so shop air in the spark plug (piston up valves closed)
listen to the exhaust pipe and carb. Thats just a quick first diagnosis . My brain keeps
saying exhaust valve seats dirty / carbon maybe, and maybe accounts for compression...

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Mon Oct 07, 2019 9:12 am
Johns-Manville company

Last post by Burger in Spokane « Mon Oct 07, 2019 12:45 am
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by Corey Walker » Sun Sep 29, 2019 11:41 am

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I walked into a shop to get a hydraulic hose made and the first thing I noticed when I walked in was the Johns-Manville insulation. I wonder if it is the same company that made speedometers?

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One dimensional living gets pretty dull. Must we ALWAYS talk about keeping our
cars running or keeping the hobby alive ? There are LOTS of threads all about
one facet or another on both.

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Last post by Burger in Spokane
Mon Oct 07, 2019 12:45 am
Need help. Bad and aging memory

Last post by Mark Gregush « Sun Oct 06, 2019 9:36 pm
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by Brent Mize » Sun Oct 06, 2019 5:18 pm

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Hi Guys
I sold the speedster seat below in April for delivery to Hershey. So far I haven’t heard back from the buyer to confirm the delivery. If you purchased this seat please contact me.
Thanks,
Brent Mize

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Brent if you posted it here in the classifieds, click on your name and open the user control panel. Scroll down to your april post, maybe something will jump out, like someone was interested in it. Unless it was payed for, could be they are no longer interested or no longer need it. Or check your PM's.

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Last post by Mark Gregush
Sun Oct 06, 2019 9:36 pm
Ideal crankshaft radius?

Last post by John E. Guitar « Sun Oct 06, 2019 7:38 pm
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by BobShirleyAtlantaTx » Tue Oct 01, 2019 8:57 am

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What is the preferred radius of a T crankshaft? Thanks for your time and help. Bob 903 824 1949

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Would the Model A & B crankshaft also be 1/8 ?

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Last post by John E. Guitar
Sun Oct 06, 2019 7:38 pm
What type of grease do you use in your bearings?

Last post by Matt in California « Sun Oct 06, 2019 3:21 pm
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by DHort » Sat Oct 05, 2019 8:09 pm

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I find it interesting that we use timken bearings and yet timken grease is not sold in any auto store or farm store.

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I use Green Grease for everything greased on my Ts. See:

I have never seen this grease on any model T part that is greased before I use it so it is a good verification that I did it:) And assuming I cleaned everything prior to adding grease, it looks the same as the day I greased it.

I imagine people could argue one way or another for this...

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Last post by Matt in California
Sun Oct 06, 2019 3:21 pm
Rear axle seal vs. shims

Last post by FordFool « Sun Oct 06, 2019 2:36 pm
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by Rich Eagle » Thu Oct 03, 2019 6:23 pm

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I have been a fan of the new-fangled rear axle seals and have them on most of my T's. The Touring requires an axle shim on both sides to give proper clearances. The shims seem to crawl up into the seal when installing the rear wheel and chew the rubber seal a bit. This time I made a shield out of .030 steel hoping it will stop the shim from...

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Locktite between the axle and the shim worked for me. Don

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Last post by FordFool
Sun Oct 06, 2019 2:36 pm
HELP ...

Last post by Susanne « Sun Oct 06, 2019 2:31 pm
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by Hambick » Wed Oct 02, 2019 3:04 pm

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H~E~L~P ... Need someone to get my 27 going ... I'm in Pasadena (CA) disabled, stuck & baffled ... Will pay for your time (& pizza too). Contact me here, on fb, or in private.

Problems:

1- Car starts, but does not continue running for more than a few seconds.

2- Car runs on Battery, Magneto is OK, but when switch to it, engine shuts off.

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If I was on the other side of the state I'd be there.

Sounds like 2 different and distinct issues causing 2 problems -

(1) - the car starting then dying after a few seconds sounds like a fuel issue. Make sure your sediment bulb isn't full of water / dirt / grit. (EZ to check on a '27 as its right there, not under the car). You may also have...

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Last post by Susanne
Sun Oct 06, 2019 2:31 pm
OT Question about Model N, R, S

Last post by Dropacent « Sun Oct 06, 2019 2:30 pm
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by WayneJ » Sun Oct 06, 2019 12:10 pm

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I enjoyed viewing the pictures of the Ford Model N / R that was recently sold in the classified section of the forum. I noticed the engine had two spark plugs per cylinder. Not being familiar with these cars, can someone explain to me how that works? Thank you.

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The two holes in the head casting were used to machine the the valve seats. When it left ford, each head had a closed plug in one and a spark plug plug in the other. Through time, many owners added a priming petcock in the solid plug. That makes a nice look now, lotsa brass. You don’t see this pictured example much, but it would allow a battery...

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Last post by Dropacent
Sun Oct 06, 2019 2:30 pm
Model T Winter Clinic - New Location

Last post by ShirkWood « Sun Oct 06, 2019 12:18 pm

by ShirkWood » Sun Oct 06, 2019 12:18 pm

Greetings Model T Friends!!!

The time for the Winter Clinic in Kansas is fast approaching. It will be Saturday, January 25, 2020, at a NEW LOCATION this year. It will be held in Templeton Hall on the McPherson College campus, home of the world-famous McPherson College Automobile Restoration Program.

The main topic will be on the Montana 500....

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Last post by ShirkWood
Sun Oct 06, 2019 12:18 pm
Help with LED/headlamps...

Last post by Novice « Sun Oct 06, 2019 11:29 am
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by Angmar » Sat Oct 05, 2019 12:56 pm

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Hey guys, having a weird issue with my LED headlights (one actually). The passenger's side keeps burning out. I think that it may be a wiring issue but would like to hear from some of the more experienced electrical guys on this one.

Info.

Car has a mag and battery but I run the headlamps off of a small 12v battery that is wired into the...

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What year is Your car. Have the Led headlights been working or is this a new installation. on 1919-1927 cars one wire from each light should be going to dim terminals on the terminal block / switch. the other wire from each light to the ON terminals / switch. with the ground connection to the light can going to the car frame. If one socket wire is...

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Last post by Novice
Sun Oct 06, 2019 11:29 am
Wheel Hub Threads

Last post by Steve Jelf « Sun Oct 06, 2019 11:24 am
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by Oldav8tor » Sat Oct 05, 2019 6:04 pm

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I recently bought a 30 x 3.5 demountable wheel with the intention of sending it off to be re-spoked. I have one front wheel with a slight wiggle and this was to be it's replacement. Awhile back I purchased a hub thread chaser from Snyders which I used successfully to clean up the threads on my other wheels. Even though the threads look good on the...

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The Stevens T-181 is the tool for this, but it's rare and usually expensive. I haven't made my own version yet, but I believe Andre in Belgium posted pictures of one he made.

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Last post by Steve Jelf
Sun Oct 06, 2019 11:24 am
Forum Meet-up at Hershey this year?

Last post by Chris Bamford « Sat Oct 05, 2019 11:34 pm
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by Chris Bamford » Sat Oct 05, 2019 11:28 am

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At the airport now and my 2017 FORUM ball cap is packed...

I thought I saw a reference within the last month with details of the meetup time and place but can't find it this morning.

Anything planned for 2019? Where and When?

Thanks.

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Got it Keith, thanks.

Sorry to hear you can't make it this year.

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Last post by Chris Bamford
Sat Oct 05, 2019 11:34 pm
Covered Bridge Tour

Last post by Henry K. Lee « Sat Oct 05, 2019 9:39 pm
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by Oldav8tor » Tue Sep 24, 2019 9:48 pm

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The end of this week I'll be heading to Parke County Indiana for the Covered Bridge Tour. For those who have gone on this tour before do you have any advice for a first-timer? My wife and I will be camping at the fairgrounds.

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With all the upside down pictures, I think you folks were down under?

LOL

Hank

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Last post by Henry K. Lee
Sat Oct 05, 2019 9:39 pm
Auction We Missed!

Last post by StanHowe « Sat Oct 05, 2019 8:18 pm
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by StanHowe » Sat Oct 05, 2019 3:43 pm

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Here is an auction going on today in Wilton, North Dakota, just north of Bismarck. Friend of mine called me to see why I wasn't there, told him there was no advertising anywhere that I had seen. Several nice T's, a 29 Nash, etc. + a nice line of retirement farm machinery.

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Sounded like the big money from Bismarck and Grand Forks was there, probably no deals. Everybody in the country knows the guy they had the auction for.

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Last post by StanHowe
Sat Oct 05, 2019 8:18 pm
A nice send off

Last post by John Warren « Sat Oct 05, 2019 7:48 pm
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by Cambin » Fri Oct 04, 2019 4:57 pm

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On Thursday 3rd we laid my father to rest after his tragic death
But we gave him the best send off with taking him to his final rest spot on my 25 T 😊

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Very nicely done. I’m sure he would have approved! Bless you and your family.

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Last post by John Warren
Sat Oct 05, 2019 7:48 pm
Is This Model T Seat Frame?

Last post by J Sundstrom « Sat Oct 05, 2019 6:17 pm

by J Sundstrom » Sat Oct 05, 2019 6:17 pm

Going thru some of Dads old car parts and came across
this frame and spring. They may not go together and
frame has center brace off center. Don’t need may
Be useful to someone. 3C330C35-3F2B-47DF-8099-87AC61071ABE.jpeg

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Last post by J Sundstrom
Sat Oct 05, 2019 6:17 pm
Auction We Missed!

Last post by StanHowe « Sat Oct 05, 2019 3:43 pm

by StanHowe » Sat Oct 05, 2019 3:43 pm

Here is an auction going on today in Wilton, North Dakota, just north of Bismarck. Friend of mine called me to see why I wasn't there, told him there was no advertising anywhere that I had seen. Several nice T's, a 29 Nash, etc. + a nice line of retirement farm machinery.

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Last post by StanHowe
Sat Oct 05, 2019 3:43 pm
Hershey weather

Last post by lesvonnordheim « Sat Oct 05, 2019 2:04 pm
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by Steve Jelf » Thu Oct 03, 2019 5:58 pm

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I'll make my own forecast: As we get closer to the actual date this will change.
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Whatever the forecast, I'm bringing my straw hat and winter cap, my winter jammies and army blanket, and an umbrella.

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My wife and I plan on attending. It has been over 30 yrs. since I last attended. I remember the grass,mud and vendors getting stuck. Back then there was a lot of brass and early cars/parts for sale. Look forward to having fun.....will try and stay away from the so called Model T Gods as I'm there to have fun and enjoy the swap meet and R&M car...

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Last post by lesvonnordheim
Sat Oct 05, 2019 2:04 pm
Looking for Model T owner in Appleton Wisconsin?

Last post by DHort « Sat Oct 05, 2019 12:47 pm

by DHort » Sat Oct 05, 2019 12:47 pm

Please PM me or email dlhort1955@juno.com.

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Last post by DHort
Sat Oct 05, 2019 12:47 pm
Annual Tour Next Year, Spokane

Last post by BE_ZERO_BE « Sat Oct 05, 2019 12:38 pm
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by Original Smith » Sat Oct 05, 2019 12:12 am

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In the last issue of the Vintage Ford, we were told there would be an application for the tour in the current issue. There isn't! How come?

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Neither rain or sleet or snow ...

This issue (Sep/Oct) says it will be in the next issue. :D

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Last post by BE_ZERO_BE
Sat Oct 05, 2019 12:38 pm
VIX Scientific Gas Saver

Last post by Rich Bingham « Sat Oct 05, 2019 11:52 am
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by GJScholz » Tue Oct 01, 2019 9:01 pm

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Hi,
I’ve got a VIX Scientific Gas Saver. A google search turned up an expired auction for a sign.
I think this is likely to not actually work as well as advertised. I’m keeping it as a curiosity. I have never known it to be on T.
What do you think it’s worth?
What do you know about other similar devices?...

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Even though their open screens you're still adding an impediment to fuel/air flow. Can't see what good it'll do really.

I'll bet it's even odds Charlie. Flow is impeded, but the fuel is vaporized better. At moderate speeds the theory was that better fuel economy would result. Better performance ? Not so much. If it had been a marked...

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Last post by Rich Bingham
Sat Oct 05, 2019 11:52 am
WINTR IS COMMING

Last post by Ruxstel24 « Sat Oct 05, 2019 11:41 am
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by RichardG » Fri Oct 04, 2019 4:53 pm

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YES ITS TIME TO DRAIN THINGS,GARDEN HOSE, SHUT OFF THE OUT SIDE WATER SPOUT,OH YEA, CHECK THE DRAIN ON THE --T-- TWICE TO MAKE SHURE IT DIDN'T PLUG, RUN A WIRE UP IN AT LEAST TWICE TO MAKE SHURE. IF WATER WOULD JUST FREEZE AND LEAVE IT AT THAT,NO IT HAS TO SHOW ITS MIGHT BY EXPANDING TWICE ITS SIZE, IN THAT STATE IT WILL MOVE MOUNTAINS.

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We got down to near 40 last night...it’s coming !!
50/50 mix of green stuff in my radiator. I store in a cold garage, but just use pure gas and shut the tank off and drain the carburetor. I try to start it once a month or so and maybe throw the charger on for a night. I don’t use a trickle charger and my Federated battery (Deka) is going on 5...

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Last post by Ruxstel24
Sat Oct 05, 2019 11:41 am
Introduction and question

Last post by Original Smith « Sat Oct 05, 2019 11:11 am
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by John Illinois » Wed Oct 02, 2019 5:37 pm

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Hello all. I am a previous 24 touring owner and retired farmer who likes old cars. I found 24 touring close to home, 40 miles or so. I plan on hauling it on an open trailer. My question is,if I tow it at 40 mph with the top down,would this put too much strain on the windshield?

Thanks,John

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I'm surprised it has a 3 dip pan. I thought the 4 dip came out in 1924. It looks like you are going to have a fun car.

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Last post by Original Smith
Sat Oct 05, 2019 11:11 am
Hershey bound

Last post by D.Yoder « Sat Oct 05, 2019 8:58 am
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by D.Yoder » Thu Oct 03, 2019 8:57 pm

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First day should be my longest. Added 16 miles because I forgot my dentures 😝
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I did not get the Indiana sign too much traffic

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Woke up today by Gun shots . Sounds like a war zone{duck or goose season]campground is on a lake.

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Last post by D.Yoder
Sat Oct 05, 2019 8:58 am
Dupont Acrylic Lacquer paint 99L

Last post by Russ T Fender « Sat Oct 05, 2019 8:41 am
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by 24tcoupe » Fri Oct 04, 2019 10:30 pm

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I am looking for some of the old Dupont 99L Lacquer paint for my 1924 T. I painted it back in the early 80's and am now in need of some more paint for touch up. Any amount will do, opened or not opened.

Thanks

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Hibernia Restoration in NJ has what you need. They were able to match the lacquer I painted my car with in 1970 perfectly. They say they can ship to all 50 States.

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Last post by Russ T Fender
Sat Oct 05, 2019 8:41 am
Cracked Clutch Plates

Last post by Alan Long « Sat Oct 05, 2019 8:23 am
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by got10carz » Thu Oct 03, 2019 7:51 pm

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I've taken apart alot of transmissions, but I dont remember ever finding this many cracked discs. Can't imagine the heat it took to do this.

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My initial thought on those plates is they are “flexing” in operation going from flat to dished. The cracking appears to be
adjacent to the cut out on the outer plates. As suggested by others a possibility is catching on the drum and not sliding
I’m aware of some rebuilders who intentionally bend one or two plates into a dished form to give a...

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Last post by Alan Long
Sat Oct 05, 2019 8:23 am
Question for the Fordson Guys

Last post by D Stroud « Sat Oct 05, 2019 2:03 am
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by KenHaverhill » Fri Oct 04, 2019 4:47 pm

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I have what appears to be a 1920 fordson F tractor,and was wondering about the color. Mine is orange and I didnt think this was a stock color but its hard to believe someone painted it because there is no other color underneath the orange and there is paint where it seems would have been difficult to get to. Also when looking at the vendors I see...

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Could it have been an industrial or State owned tractor. Many of those were painted in different colors, orange and yellow were popular. Just a WAG Dave

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Last post by D Stroud
Sat Oct 05, 2019 2:03 am
Is this a Stewart Speedometer wrench for a Model T?

Last post by Original Smith « Sat Oct 05, 2019 12:20 am
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by Mark Nunn » Fri Oct 04, 2019 3:06 pm

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I found this in a stash of Model T tools I acquired from my aunt. It does not have the bent end that I have seen in Model T tool kits. This is flat with a 1/4 wide notch. Does anyone know what speedometer this is for?
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I believe an exact copy of that wrench was made a few years back. Don't remember anything more.

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Last post by Original Smith
Sat Oct 05, 2019 12:20 am
Brass T on E-bay

Last post by Scott_Conger « Fri Oct 04, 2019 11:36 pm
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by Jugster » Fri Oct 04, 2019 8:15 pm

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Fri Oct 04, 2019 11:36 pm
Orange County Model T Club Swap Meet OCT. 5th Tomorrow

Last post by Scott Gilham « Fri Oct 04, 2019 10:57 pm

by Scott Gilham » Fri Oct 04, 2019 10:57 pm

Why is there no mention of this swap meet? I'm going.
Church Parking Lot
2311 E. Chapman ave.
Fullerton ca.
Always been a good little swap meet for me!!
see ya in the AM

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Last post by Scott Gilham
Fri Oct 04, 2019 10:57 pm
Fringprint Head

Last post by DanTreace « Fri Oct 04, 2019 5:27 pm
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by tselliott » Fri Oct 04, 2019 4:29 pm

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I'm trying to date a Low Head and found the term Fingerprint Head being used. Does having the fingerprint boss on the head in anyway help date them. This head I'm looking at has the fingerprint boss on the back, it has Ford script and Made in the USA
Does that in anyway help date it.
Thanks,
Scott

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From Bruce's C-D info:

Cylinder Head

7-22-11 Added spotting boss to rear end
4-16-12 Added “Made in U.S.A.”
6-10-12 Added bosses between combustion chamber and water jacket
for 1/8” pipe taps on left side of head.
11-26-12 Removed 1/8” pipe taps for priming. Bosses remain.
7-17-14. Added 3/32 to bottom of head, increases all top to bottom...

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Last post by DanTreace
Fri Oct 04, 2019 5:27 pm
Another Interesting Auction

Last post by DHort « Fri Oct 04, 2019 3:58 pm
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by HPetrino » Fri Oct 04, 2019 3:51 pm

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Check this out. There are 3 T's and a bunch of other interesting stuff. I have no affiliation....

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Located in Sparta, Illinois.

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Fri Oct 04, 2019 3:58 pm
Attention: Owners with Z head experience!!!

Last post by Graybeard77 « Fri Oct 04, 2019 2:42 pm
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by Marshall V. Daut » Thu Oct 03, 2019 10:07 am

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'Sorry, Guys, but I have to post this question again. It got buried deep in my engine thread last week, so I guess no one saw it. I'm sure SOMEONE out there in Model T Land can answer it. I have a gut feel for the answer, but I'd like to run the question past Z head owners anyway.
We will be mounting the new Z head on my friend's T engine next...

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I haven’t checked the comp. on my engine since I put the Z head on. Have over 1,000 miles on it and has really made difference in the hills. Drove to St. Louis, Mo. Last Friday on old Rt. 66. My for-dor is heavy but only in low once. Best money I spent on my 26 T. Improved my mileage also. Clyde.

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Last post by Graybeard77
Fri Oct 04, 2019 2:42 pm
Just showing a Rayfield Carburetor

Last post by Mark Gregush « Fri Oct 04, 2019 12:14 pm
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by StanHowe » Wed Oct 02, 2019 7:07 pm

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Got this done, put it in a box, took it back out and took a couple photos of it. It is for a 1916 Cole. Rayfield M2V.

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The soft copper hue played across the chamber cover like gossamer's silken cord on a fall sun lit day. :)

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Last post by Mark Gregush
Fri Oct 04, 2019 12:14 pm
rear springs same

Last post by Mark Gregush « Fri Oct 04, 2019 11:57 am
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by Mustang1964s » Fri Oct 04, 2019 8:08 am

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Are the rear spring the same between Ts?
Will a small drum mount up to a set of springs that came off of '26/'27?
I am thinking that there is not any difference, but I have been wrong before.

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The 1928 parts book listed the rear spring as the same 1909 to 1927;

The arc of the rear cross member was changed for 1926-27, it was taller to drop the body down. I mounted a big drum rear under my 21 without changing the spring with no issues. The only difference might be the number of leafs between body styles.

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Last post by Mark Gregush
Fri Oct 04, 2019 11:57 am
Speedometer Seminar at Hershey

Last post by Russ_Furstnow « Fri Oct 04, 2019 11:38 am

by Russ_Furstnow » Fri Oct 04, 2019 11:38 am

I'll be conducting a speedometer seminar at the MTFCI Tent (RCM 24 & 25) at 4:00pm on Thursday, October 10. Everyone is invited and refreshments will be served. I'll be reviewing what to look for when purchasing a speedometer and what to pass on when a speedometer is found at a swap meet. I'll go over the various parts that are necessary for an...

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Last post by Russ_Furstnow
Fri Oct 04, 2019 11:38 am
Scandinavia bands improvement?

Last post by John kuehn « Fri Oct 04, 2019 9:32 am
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by John kuehn » Thu Oct 03, 2019 9:40 pm

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I was looking at the pics of the Scandinavia bands on Lang’s website and noticed that there didn’t seem to be as dark with the tarry substance as they were a few years ago. I have Kevlar in my 24 Coupe and have been thinking of replacing the cotton bands in my 19 Runabout so I know about Kevlar.
Just wondering if they have improved the...

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As I remember the original Scandinavia linings had a tighter and finer weave than their later ones. That was what made them better than the later ones. And looking at the other older brands such as Wards and a few others they were woven tighter also. I have some of those and 1 original Scandinavia lining and the weave is almost identical.
But...

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Last post by John kuehn
Fri Oct 04, 2019 9:32 am
1909 Windshield

Last post by talbotman « Fri Oct 04, 2019 7:42 am

by talbotman » Fri Oct 04, 2019 7:42 am

I've just fitted a Metzger Automatic windshield to my 1909 touring (Car #2436). Unfortunately this screen is missing it's Metzger Automatic brass tag. Langs list these tags in their catalogue, however they are currently out of stock Does anybody know where I'd be able to obtain one of these tags for my car ?

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Last post by talbotman
Fri Oct 04, 2019 7:42 am
Is this for model T

Last post by Wayne Sheldon « Fri Oct 04, 2019 3:34 am
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by Mark Osterman » Thu Oct 03, 2019 10:15 pm

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Found this Bosch type DU4 mod 2 magneto tonight in a barn scheduled for demolition soon. Is it the type for model T Ford?

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Yeah but, that is the nice early version with the clips-cover (as opposed to screws) and brass base. Along about the great war, the cover changed and the base and ends were made of aluminum. These were original equipment on quite number of brass era cars and trucks, as well as after-market and are still popular replacements for many brass era cars...

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Last post by Wayne Sheldon
Fri Oct 04, 2019 3:34 am
Cool steering box

Last post by Mark Gregush « Fri Oct 04, 2019 1:50 am
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by Mark Gregush » Thu Oct 03, 2019 6:54 pm

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This is ether going on my 21 or? Anyone know what it was off of? Yes it has a Model T spider on it. The lower bracket is adjustable so you can set the box and column at most any angel. The bearing surfaces are a bit worn but the teeth look good. It is a cross swing. The ball needs some loving but looks to be the same size as T.

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Thanks for what it fits. The rust worms got to the outside of the shaft some, but being solid don't think will hurt it much. I will have to shorten it about 9-10 inches and will use the T mast jacket and rods.

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Last post by Mark Gregush
Fri Oct 04, 2019 1:50 am
1914 Wiring Question

Last post by Junkyard4 « Fri Oct 04, 2019 12:10 am
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by Junkyard4 » Wed Sep 25, 2019 9:08 pm

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This may be a dumb question but, I’m at the finishing stages of restoring a 1914 touring and would like to know where the ground wire from the battery was originally attached on the car. Was it bolted to the frame somewhere or directly to the engine and if so on what bolt? Lang’s does not sell the battery wires for a 1914 so I’m assuming I’ll just...

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Thanks for all the responses. I ended up running the ground wire along with the contactor harness and putting it on one of the front cover bolts near the contactor. I started the car for the first time today since rebuilding absolutely everything. Runs great!! Couldn’t be happier.

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Last post by Junkyard4
Fri Oct 04, 2019 12:10 am
Is the Model T considered a compact/sub car?

Last post by tdump « Thu Oct 03, 2019 10:39 pm
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by poorboy1921 » Wed Oct 02, 2019 8:44 am

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Yesterday, I was parking in a city parking garage and noticed the garage still has a few reserved sections for Compact cars, up front. Which of course got me to thinking: would my 21 Touring be classified as a compact car?
I know from driving the model t, that it has a smaller foot print on the road than most cars that pass me.
As I got looking...

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I need to find 1 of those spaces and park my 74 Lincoln in the spot long enough for a photo shoot! HEHEhe, 20 feet long.I don't think it is a compact!~ :lol:

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Thu Oct 03, 2019 10:39 pm
Timing with a New Day

Last post by John kuehn « Thu Oct 03, 2019 7:05 pm
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by GG Gregory » Sun Sep 29, 2019 12:31 pm

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I just installed a nice old stock New Day on my 27 Roadster. I wired it according to the instructions that came with the wiring harness but the color code is totally off from what's marked on the New Day. I believe I have the piston travel correct by watching through the spark plug hole and using a straw but as I turn the timer the coil starts...

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Here’s a pic of the timer rod belt clearance on my 21 T Touring with the New Day timer. On my car it was a little tricky getting the timer rod to clear under the lower radiator outlet but it worked out with a little tweaking.

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Last post by John kuehn
Thu Oct 03, 2019 7:05 pm
The bad Shackle Revisited

Last post by Scott_Conger « Thu Oct 03, 2019 4:54 pm
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by Rich Eagle » Mon Jul 15, 2019 5:47 pm

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6 years ago I posted the failure of my rear spring shackle. The photo became the poster boy for this style and it's problems. Several others mentioned their disappointments with them. I didn't want to be the complaining customer and have reported that even though I had bought some of the better shackles the 3 remaining shackles were in place and...

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A block of wood under the spring eye is even faster.

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Last post by Scott_Conger
Thu Oct 03, 2019 4:54 pm
Fuel level / Pressure effects on engine operation

Last post by Scott_Conger « Thu Oct 03, 2019 4:51 pm
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by Novice » Sun Sep 29, 2019 12:49 am

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My open express has a 9 gallon oval tank under the front seat. I started it up today and ran it for about 5 minutes before it died. while it was running it ran somewhat rough and didn't want to run on magneto and was popping back a little and I couldn't find the sweet spot with spark and gas. switched back to battery engine still running rough...

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It is all about Cv, or flow coefficient of your fuel system. Are you draining your tank through a fire hose or a syringe needle? They both have atmospheric pressure at the tank, but one will clearly starve the car of fuel. If you cannot guess which one, stop reading now.

Not all carburetors have the same Cv through the float valve from one brand...

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Last post by Scott_Conger
Thu Oct 03, 2019 4:51 pm
Can anyone identify the seat?

Last post by John kuehn « Thu Oct 03, 2019 3:46 pm
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by Matt in California » Thu Oct 03, 2019 12:44 pm

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I acquired this seat with a bunch of other Model T stuff in a lot. I was trying to identify it.

The bottom is about 34 inches wide and 18 inches deep. The back is about 34 inches wide and 24 inches tall.
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I assume...

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Don’t think Ford had a ID tag like that at least for a T. Not sure for an A. In other words not Ford made. Just an opinion

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Last post by John kuehn
Thu Oct 03, 2019 3:46 pm
starter wiring

Last post by RajoRacer « Thu Oct 03, 2019 11:55 am
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by Bill Thompson » Thu Oct 03, 2019 7:03 am

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Does it matter where the starter brush wires go? I seem to remember they should be crossed.

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Generator fields are crossed - not starter.

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Thu Oct 03, 2019 11:55 am
Adjustable Drive Shaft Bearing Assembly choices

Last post by Mark Gregush « Thu Oct 03, 2019 11:34 am
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by ArthurB » Tue Oct 01, 2019 6:18 pm

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I'm preparing to overhaul my drive shaft, with the expectation of installing an adjustable modern drive shaft bearing assembly unless everything is miraculously in spec. It looks like there might be a few different choices between the different vendors, or maybe they just have different pictures of the same kit? I've looked at Chaffins, Langs,...

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Guess if you have a supply of NOS or good original replacement parts, using them will be fine. For many that is not the case.

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Last post by Mark Gregush
Thu Oct 03, 2019 11:34 am
Caulking Recommendition

Last post by Adam « Thu Oct 03, 2019 10:44 am
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by dunoon » Wed Oct 02, 2019 2:08 pm

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Earlier in the year I asked a question about applying sealant before I installed my top bows on a 26 coupe, Bob Booth answered and recommended a sealant made by Locktite but, I can't remember what it was and can't find the old message. If anyone would know wha to use let me know I'd appreciate it. Thanks

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On a ‘26-‘27 “all steel body” (coupe or tudor); Use urethane caulk under the wood (wood to body, inside the “L” channel that holds the top wood). You want to seal the wood to the body so your headliner and panels don’t get wet in the rain or while washing the car. This is the same urethane that you would use to put a modern windshield in. I use 3M...

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Thu Oct 03, 2019 10:44 am
Is my pinion bearing worn too far?

Last post by Steve Jelf « Thu Oct 03, 2019 9:43 am
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by Mark Nunn » Tue Sep 24, 2019 1:54 pm

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I pulled apart my spare torque tube and was encouraged by what I measured. The front bushing had been replaced and the clearance between it and the driveshaft was less than .001”. The shaft had .001” of wear compared to the adjacent diameter that was not in contact with the bushing so I suspect the bushing was reamed to fit. So far so good....

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If my babbitt bushing is a later replacement...

These thirty-year-old NOS tires look brand new. These 90-year-old NOS cotton band linings look perfect. This NOS Babbitt thrust washer looks good to go.

Some materials are very stable for decades, or even centuries. Some are not.

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Last post by Steve Jelf
Thu Oct 03, 2019 9:43 am
Home made electronic timer

Last post by John E. Guitar « Thu Oct 03, 2019 5:10 am
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by Mindless Automaton » Thu Sep 26, 2019 7:29 am

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Hello grumpy old people that think money is more important than life.
Now what would be really controversial? An E-timer!

So I made my own. Just to make people mad.

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It's an arduino. That they use to teach programming to children.

And a few hall effect sensors, and MOSFETs.

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It runs, it...

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Interesting stuff.

I had a look at your YouTube channel. Is that a Sachs rotary engine on your bicycle? I picked up one of those a few years back but haven’t worked out what to do with it.

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Thu Oct 03, 2019 5:10 am
Information Requested: 14mm Spark Plug

Last post by KeithG « Thu Oct 03, 2019 2:57 am
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by RajoRacer » Sat Sep 28, 2019 1:19 pm

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What are you fellas running for 14mm plugs in any of the high compression heads currently available ?

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Hi Burger, Got it!
Thanks,
Keith

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Thu Oct 03, 2019 2:57 am
Testing

Last post by KeithG « Thu Oct 03, 2019 2:45 am
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by Allan » Wed Oct 02, 2019 9:18 pm

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Lets see if Chris's tutelege worked. A photo of Henrietta at Maryborough should appear here.

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....and it runs as sweet as it looks... :)

Keith

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Thu Oct 03, 2019 2:45 am
Friends in high places.

Last post by Mark Gregush « Thu Oct 03, 2019 2:03 am
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by Allan » Wed Oct 02, 2019 4:50 pm

Last evening I was invited to a movie by none other than our webmaster Chris. I had been chatting to him on the rally about my difficulties posting from my phone, particularly being unable to attach photos. While we waited for the movie to start, he unloaded all the rubbish I had created trying to get on line, changed my password to something I...

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Last post by Mark Gregush
Thu Oct 03, 2019 2:03 am
More Aussie photos.

Last post by Allan « Thu Oct 03, 2019 12:48 am

by Allan » Thu Oct 03, 2019 12:48 am

These are from the national rally in Maryborough Queensland. We made a nice display in the historic wharf area.

A 1915 Duncan and Fraser built special tourer.

Propert bodied Fronty powered roadster.

Another shot of the very popular tucker truck.

We visited this country hotel for lunch one day.

I discovered this original box trailer on...

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Last post by Allan
Thu Oct 03, 2019 12:48 am
How to stop gas seeping from the sediment bowl?

Last post by Erik Johnson « Wed Oct 02, 2019 9:58 pm
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by Sarikatime » Wed Oct 02, 2019 12:31 pm

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I have been fighting with the sediment bowl for a week now. Rebuilt and sandblasted the body, new pet cock, new gasket and filter mesh, reground smooth the on off valve and installed everything with fuel resistant ez turn lubricant and it still leaks. The wife is angry because of the gasoline smell and gives me grief. Are the new sediment bowls...

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Years ago, after lapping/polishing the sediment bulb valve, I used bar soap on the valve.

It seals and lubricates and is not affected by gasoline.

No problems so far.

My father has done the same thing in the past on his Model T.

Bar soap is an old trick and everybody has a least one bar of soap in the house.......

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Last post by Erik Johnson
Wed Oct 02, 2019 9:58 pm
Cleaning fuel line?

Last post by TRDxB2 « Wed Oct 02, 2019 9:33 pm
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by Chris Haynes » Mon Sep 30, 2019 4:56 pm

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I am looking for ideas on how to clean a fuel line. Of course a 6 foot long pipe cleaner would be great but they don't make them that long. Looking for suggestions.

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Get a some steel cable, fray one end and pull/push (scrub) it through one end to the other. Flush it out with gas. A new line may be quicker and cheaper though.

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Wed Oct 02, 2019 9:33 pm
reducing 12v to 6v

Last post by Matt in California « Wed Oct 02, 2019 9:08 pm
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by Don ellis » Wed Oct 02, 2019 6:49 am

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I have a model a aooga horn I want to use. What's the best way to knock it 12 down to 6? besides putting a 6v battery in.
thanks

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I have used wire like Hank above. I have also used a resistor (see picture). Depending on the current draw resistance values may need to be changed. A voltage divider with equal value resistors would be problematic for something drawing a lot of current. If the Horn drives around 1 Amp at 6 volts, a one ohm series resistor will drop 6 volts. I had...

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Last post by Matt in California
Wed Oct 02, 2019 9:08 pm
1911 Torpedo side curtains patterns, anybody?

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by Model T Mark » Wed Oct 02, 2019 8:48 pm

I’m in need of 1911 closed door torpedo side curtain patterns. Any information would be appreciated.
meyre14t@yahoo.com

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Wed Oct 02, 2019 8:48 pm
How much time to pull an engine?

Last post by art32mor « Wed Oct 02, 2019 8:03 pm
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by It's Bill » Mon Sep 30, 2019 6:21 pm

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I am up against the clock. I am in the middle of a major building project plus a car sale, yet am committed to pull and deliver an engine to Hershey on the 9th. I need to remove the firewall and windshield, steering column, engine pans, radiator, headlights and floorboards before pulling the engine out. Realistically, how many hours should I...

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Depending on the year and condiont of the car
Usyaly i get engine out 2 hours by myself

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Wed Oct 02, 2019 8:03 pm
Directors Candidates

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by JvanMaanen » Wed Oct 02, 2019 6:30 pm

Just got my copy of Sept-Oct issue of Vintage Ford in the mail. Read the info on the director candidates and thought to myself, how do you choose from such a great group of people. Don't see anybody that I would not want to see as a director and think any of them would be an asset. I don't know any of the candidates personally, but would like to...

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Wed Oct 02, 2019 6:30 pm
1913 body striping

Last post by Rich Bingham « Wed Oct 02, 2019 5:39 pm
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by CFBass » Wed Oct 02, 2019 8:38 am

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I am sure that striping on the 1913 touring body has been discussed to death, but can someone refresh my memory as to whether striping was standard and what the patterns, stripe width and colors were. Maybe there's a link to the old forum with descriptions/pictures.

Looking forward to the MTFCA meeting next week at Hershey.

Thanks,

Charlie Bass

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. . . I’ve posted it a million times😊

And it's a pleasure to see it every time you do ! Thanks Darren !

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Wed Oct 02, 2019 5:39 pm

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