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Tuning a batch of Kingston High Bridge. This model coil was used in Model T from 1909-1910. There are a few original coils in this batch and the rest are brand new coils. The brass bridge was cast and machined and new wood boxes made.

If you are following the updates to early coil points I have been doing to get them to run more stable, I did...

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I have a spindle bushing Reimer. I picked up somewhere for some reason. It seems to be oversize. Does anyone have an explanation?
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It appears wagon works has closed doors up. I am trying to locate plans for a depot hack. Any guidance would be greatly appreciated.

I was under my t and the hoghead is not centered in brake loop going under hoghead should it be centered between frame rails thanks for any help

Join the Model T and I in the 2026 Australia Day celebrations with my local car clubs at Wylie Breckenridge Park in Black Head.

Please enjoy the video :)

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So... I'd like to get two century plaques for our '26 T's. I had gotten one for the '24 roadster pu but that was two years ago and can't remember from whom , I believe they were $5 at the time. I'm positive y'all will know, thanks , Wingnut

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Jan 25, 2026

Dear 2026 Bakersfield Swap Meet vendors and attendees,

BIG NEWS

The Bay Area Horseless Carriage Club has taken over our beloved 2026 Bakersfield Brass Era/ PreWar Swap Meet. May 2 & 3 in Shafter CA.

Further information and vendor registration can be found at CaliforniaRendezvous.com.

I hope to see you all there.

Steven...

It has been a while since Dewey Asher has been to any big tours, but he and Pat went on a number of national, international, and Tennessee T tours.

Ron Dupree

I have had to get new bearings for a 920-1 cast iron warford this week. Old MTFCA posts were helpful, but I don't think there was anything recent so I will post some information to aid people who might be rebuilding one.

This is old information that I am pretty sure was published directly by Warford:

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I need to ask a real neophite question: Exactly how should I attach to it to lift the engine?

AM getting closer to where I can start removal of my engine and transmission to find what cut my pan from inside.
In the Ford Bible that just arrived they show lifing the engine with an ice-tong type of gripper gadget,
In one Youtube the guy has an eye...

I am looking for some tops/lids for Boyco gas/oil/water running board cans. I tried to find the chafing dish fuel cans as suggested in the past but they are not the right size on the brand I found.
I talked to Howell's Sheet Metal who makes new cans and holders but they have not found a source for the lids.
Any suggestions?
Thanks

My 1926 Roadster Pickup is 100 years old this month.
I drove it to the beach then drove it home in the rain.
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Just got done wrapping the steering wheel on my speedster. Wondering what the best finish is to put on the jute. Shellack, varnish...?

Finally got another T model, I’m sure it’s a hodge podge of parts but curious what year this looks like to you? Block is a 1919 and I don’t believe that’s the case on the body. Thanks

I really didn't want to 'pollute' some of the existing threads regarding these Copyrights, so I started a new thread. For those in the know, exactly ' what ' is the Copyright actually covering, -or protecting?

Where my confusion stems from in this is that as I understand it, Mel & Leon used existing shapes of Wood that Ford Mtr. Company and...

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Need contact information for John Anderson in New York state.... Thanks in advance.

As I'm working on my wheels things keep getting deeper and deeper. Can somebody give me a little direction on the front hub assembly?

As far as parts numbers and drawings go via this site I only find reference to wire wheels. Not sure if the parts I'm talking about are interchangeable or not but I have wood wheels.

Front wheel inner CUP:

Modern...

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I am getting ready to reassemble my 26 speedster and thought I would take a good look at the frame. It has about 1/4 inch sag in the middle, not a big deal and placing a long straight edge on the frame rails shows that they are both straight side to side. However, the frame in front of the rear crossmember is about 3/8 inch wider than frame behind...

How do you guys attach new gas filter screen inside the “potato “?
Got some to replace and don’t want to reinvent the wheel. Thanks Dan

I think, some how my New Day timer brush got bent some how when it was disconnected while I was lightly hand cranking the engine by hand.

Ford Times, January 1912.

Hope everyone is staying warm!

The Internet is changing so rapidly, even I have to scramble to keep up sometimes!
Now that Flash Player is no longer supported by any mainstream browsers, I had to change a lot of the code for my website. What does this have to do with Model T's I hear you ask? Simple, I had to (temporarily) remove the music library from my website until I could...

As I tear my 22 touring apart and subsequently rebuild it, I came across something that I found a little surprising with the wishbone. I replaced the nuts with the proper countersunk nuts after I found the ones that came off the car were the wrong ones. With new spring perches, I put the front axle together and upon installing the proper nuts I...

1926 Touring, sudden-onset problem of slipping in high, but low and reverse are fine. Peeked inside for clues and found the clutch fingers quite loose. Had the clutch spring broken in service? Careful inspection showed it was intact, but...

After much puzzling I finally noticed that the clutch spring and spring cup were pushed right back the...

I tightened up the hub and all the spoke are now tight. I was hoping for good measure I could just use something like Chair-Loc in the joints and tenons, epoxy at the tenon ends at the felloe, and Spar Varnish for protection. Will that for me based on what you see or are my spokes done for?

Thanks, Darren

What is the proper name for the type of fastener that is commonly used with sheet metal screws in applications where a nut and bolt can't be used. they ware always made of spring steel and can be flat or slightly curved with different sizes for different size screws and applications, I loked at McMaster-Carr but didn't really know what to call...

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Cold, rainy and snowy Winter days are the perfect opportunity to learn or review the marvels of the Model T Ignition System and Model T Coils.
How they work and how to keep them running well.

The MTFCA Coil Testing and Tuning Webinar on Youtube:

Its worth viewing if you ever wondered about any of the following questions:
What are the major...

It's been 11 years ago that posted looking for information to identify a carburetor. Turned out to be a Wizard or Simmons, no markings on it.

Since then that carburetor has been sitting on the shelf collecting dust. I'm now retired and thought I would take a shot at bringing it back to life.
The two things needed for it are the flapper and the...

So just picked up a set of used rollers Chaffin's was selling recently, got them all cleaned up nice & purty, question being, what is the preferred method for long term storage, especially given I'm in humid/coastal salt air.

Let me know all your suggestions....
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It was on my WhatsApp app on my iPhone and it was from India. of course, as your former AdminJeff, I was immediately suspicious, but I decided if it was a scammer, I'd string him along for as long as I could just so he couldn't scam some other poor soul. I often make a sport out if it - seeing how long I can string them along. My current record is...

Here are pictures of some spark plugs that I would like to find one of. Was wondering if anyone would know what make they are. They were in a car or an engine that I bought, but one was broken. They have a bell on one side. Thanks Dan.
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Here is a Champion X for size.

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I have made several additions to the test rig that I have been playing around with this winter and have more in mind. I have added an AC volt/ammeter to the inverter supply to make it possible to monitor the power consumption with changes in flywheels weights and magnet types. One toggle switch allows me to change from operating the coil box to...

I recently completed rewinding a generator armature. Andre from Belgium and Ron Patterson encouraged me and offered advice to take on this project. Scott Conger offered several recommendations including a technique to eliminate any material shorting the segments. In addition to these people, several electric motor shop owners gave advice and...

Possibly already posted, but with a heavy heart I bring sad news of another patriarch passing. Gary Cooper, one of the last founders of the Southern Nevada Model T Club. He was instrumental in the restoration of the pie wagon. Screenshot_20260119-062125_YouTube.jpg

Is anyone selling Michelin 30X3 1/2 tubes in the US?

From ‘Ford Dealer and Service Field’ of November 1927.
I haven’t seen anything else quite like this. A useful accessory if it works. $65 in today’s money. However, The more I think about it, the more doubts I have. The actual bearing part must be shorter than normal, and that would have to be sized, bored, shimmed or scraped to suit the crank....

Hi…Has anyone ever used one?

Not to continue hijacking a different thread, I have found more photos of T parts in a salvage yard.
Also, Can anyone identify, or maybe help to identify this speedster body.

Thanks
Scott

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A neat 'period' conversion barn find is up for sale locally. I thought you may be intrigued with the car to TT rear axle conversion that was done (these are the only pictures):

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Ed Larson was kind enough to teach me how an early 2 lever/2 pedal waterpump T shifts at the MTFCA Winter Clinic hosted by McPherson College (KS).

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The ability to locate and correct car troubles quickly is a valuable asset to the repairman. That's what the good book says.

Thanks for all the advice to my prior post. As a follow up: I pulled the rim off the wheel to see what was going on.

1.All the nuts holding the hub to the to the backing plate. Every one was loose! I checked them all originally when I checked out the axle and bearings. I drove it around 20 miles since than and now they are all loose. I tightened...

I took this picture at work about a year ago. It's a little humerous to compare parts from my T to other things sometimes. For some reason I took my carb to work one day to mess with after hours. On the table was a different carburetor, a carburetor for a T-28, or more specifically an R-1820-86b.
I didn't take the cover off, not at a rebuild...

My 1909 Touring has a nasty habit of leaking oil all over the engine bay and undercarriage from the open valve train. Not only is the oil unsightly, but the oil is a pain to clean after just a short drive. To solve the problem, I made a leather valve cover that straps to the engine and the problem is now taken care of!! The leather cover has two...

Bottom Line Up Front:

Our local South Carolina Model T chapter is going to show their T’s to a local college that has an automobile history class (or similar title). Feb 2 or sometime close to that is the date.

Do any of you know of a 5 or 10 minute presentation with PowerPoint slides or pictures that I might be able to download or borrow?...

I'm new to the model T game so I'm just learning. What I'm learning so far is that this is a very expensive hobby! Ouch, anyway I have a 1926 Coupe with wood spokes. I just realized my spokes are loose. I'm finding different size tenon holes and lengths via the vendors. Is there a way to determine which ones I currently have so I can order spokes...

Just posted a new Model T road trip video from Fresno into the foothills of Central California—camping at the San Joaquin River Gorge, roadside brake adjustment, North Fork, and a run out to one of the disputed locations of California’s geographic center.

If nothing else, I really encourage you to watch the segment with Austin, an 18-year-old...

I have Manifold Heater made by Visel-Darling Co. Inc. from Bronson Michigan.
I want to install it on my 1915 Centerdoor.
I'm wondering about the connection to the cab.
I assume there should be a floor grate/shut off that would mount on the floor boards using a flexible metal tube.
Any help/information is appreciated.

Dave

What is the correct flywheel rpm when testing ?

Since the passing of Stan and Russ does anyone have a source of valve seats and floats for the Kingston 5 Ball Carb?

The Stan Howe setup work great. The float is from a Harley Davidson.

The 1909 float and seat aren’t original. The problem is the seat is some sort of plastic ball and it hangs up.

Any source would be greatly appreciated....

I recently saw the post about the frame riveting tool that sold on eBay and was curious if anyone has any information about the Stevens T-50 tool? It seems like a very helpful tool for our hobby. There was a picture of it from what looked like it came out of a catalog but most of the text was cut off and couldn't read the whole thing. I would also...

A friend is needing help mounting Budd wheels to model T.

Is there someone that he could call to get information he needs?

Thanks for the help.

Last year I bought a very original early model year 1914 touring that has a late November 1913 engine. It has some transition parts like a two piece driveshaft and likely the original carburetor that was used for the 1913 model year, a Holley S. The car was in running condition when I got it, but for some reason, I really had a hard time getting...

This is a heavy casting. It’s apparent where it goes, but what is it for?

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Is there anyone near Waterford pa that has experience with the model T magneto ? I’m having issues with mine not having much charge on the magnets , have done the in cr flash with 3 batteries and a dc welder to no avail .
Thank you !

When I was putting the 22 into the garage for the winter, I couldn’t back it up my very low slope driveway. I had a bunch of things to do before I could get into it to find out what was up. I took the transmission cover off today and I can’t see anything wrong. The triple gears look fine, the drum shows no sign of heating or cracking, and what...

Happy New Year everyone! :)

Many of you will be aware by now of my Model T site, of which I'm pleased to say, gets a lot of comments about how useful people have found it.

I recently implemented a brand new feature on my Model T site, which I hope will get lots of use, and save a great deal of time!

Introducing the built-in search engine,...

F1 Drivers Race 100 Years Of Cars

Hi…..I can’t find a picture of one online, I think that they were made of canvas.

I have published a Worldwide index of Model T Ford clubs... which will no doubt have some entries missing :D
This index includes the websites of each Club, contact details and addresses where available.
If you know of any that need to be added, please let me know — please ensure you include a website address, physical address and contact...

Have a lowered 1913 Speedster project. Looking for different ways to mount a friction single lever shock to the rear axle.

I will mount the single lever friction shock parallel to the rear frame cross member.
These shocks have no name or markings. The shock has 2 rubber discs between the shock body and the adjustable tension lever. I am wondering...

Last week my 26 sedan ran so great but this week there’s a slight missing in the exhaust and a noticeable loss of power. And when I shut the engine off there’s a noticeable vapor coming out of the choke. 🫤 shorting out each spark plug seems to have no noticeable change in engine sound.

Will a 6 volt alternator putting out 40 amps charge a 8 volt battery...

IMG_5241.jpeg This is the first time the carb has been off in 30+ years.

It’s an NH

What ‘magic’ was it supposed to do ? ( the coil spring)

Thanks in advance….

March 12-18 in Texas

Hello everyone. A very sad day here, Dick Hautzinger passed yesterday. I was very fortunate to know him for quite some time and travel to many swap meets, shows with him. I was always surprised by the amount of people that knew him wherever we traveled. His knowledge of Model T’s was endless.

A wonderful family man and friend to many that will...

Are the brake cam levers for a '26-'27 the same left and right?
I know the cams are different for each side.
Thank you

The time has come to pass the torch so to speak. I have taught my grandson the methods of babbitt pouring of model T main bearings and the procedure of boring and align reaming the bearings. I have been doing babbitt work for 40 years, but the time has come to share the knowledge with a younger person.

“Original” Smith just installed a side-mounted spare on his 1925 roadster pickup. Looks sharp, almost sporting - and really changes the look of the car.

I was in a local IKEA store and noticed they had cocoa floor mats for sale. The mats are perfect for the rear floor of 1910-1916 touring cars and are very reasonably priced. They are large enough so that they can be trimmed and fitted to the floor and look to be durable and nicely made. If you need a correct looking rear mat, this may be the...

Looking to buy 1 or more Weber 1910 wheel dollies. I have 3, looking to fill out the set and more would be great. Look at the pictures. I want a set for my unrestored 1911 open runabout. Thanks, Bob, 507 458 6778.

I recently dumped the pan for the first time on my T only to learn that the 'stock' engine I was promised actually has an A crank/ billet mains/ A rods/ and a big cam (you can imagine my surprise!)

Anyway, I think that the logical next thing to to is look into an OHV conversion. I'm too poor for a Rajo so the 1928 Chevy head seems like the...

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26 generator was functioning in the car.
On this car I have rebuilt the drive train, so I thought it would be a good idea to go over the starter and generator.
The previous owner had gone through the generator as it has a new insulated brush plate. The field coils are not new, however they are not grounded . Checked the armature on a growler,...

Last week my 26 sedan ran so great but this week there’s a slight missing in the exhaust and a noticeable loss of power. And when I shut the engine off there’s a noticeable vapor coming out of the choke. 🫤 shorting out each spark plug seems to have no noticeable change in engine sound.
I was hoping to post a short video of the fuel vapor coming...

Looking for information on the manufacturer of these wheels. They have an odd tapered hubcap.

Got my notice from AACA for Hershey space renewal. First year since Blue field I will not have spaces at Hershey. Not worth it . I may still go but just to walk around. Go to keep going to Luray, better to me than Hershey. Hope to see you all there. Dan

Dec 5th 1925 was the 100th anniversary of the first Speedway meeting at the 5/6 mile banked concrete track at Maroubra, Sydney, Australia. Ted King raced his rajo there after quick repairs were carried out after his crash at Newcastle Speedway weeks before. It was a mad rush to put the car together over 7 weeks (without body) as best as I could...

In El Paso, IL.

Mark your calendar.

Registration forms are out.

Tin----Lizzy----one one seven at yahoo dot com (ignore the dashes)

Constantly inspecting and cleaning up parts, I noticed something odd about my fan hub.
The belt hub itself spins true. The fan blades themselves spin true. However, the hub shaft and blade flange are spinning 0.097 off center!! The rivets for the blades were drilled true to shaft center, not with the flange.

Begs the question as to production...