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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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Another cool accessory

Last post by Adam « Mon Apr 01, 2019 8:56 pm
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by FATMAN » Sun Mar 31, 2019 4:42 pm

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Check this out, never seen one in all my years
inspection plate for transmission cover to allow you to oil the bands
looks like Evers Sauvace
Chicago Il
anyone ever tried one of these,Bob

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There is another variation of that accessory that was advertised as using mica grease. I think that is the one Bob has. The injector tubes are missing.

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Last post by Adam
Mon Apr 01, 2019 8:56 pm
MTFCA Magazine Article on 50 mph...

Last post by Hap_Tucker « Mon Apr 01, 2019 8:34 pm
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by ivaldes1 » Thu Mar 28, 2019 12:13 pm

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Hey I am an official MTFCA member now! I received my first magazine which had an intriguing first of a series of articles on going 50 mph with your T. Shirley my 1924 parts salad was easily and unusually hitting 34 mph yesterday probably because the gas tank was low. I look forward to the next articles on how to go 50 mph although I would be happy...

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Phil,

Thank you so much! I had missed that article. And it was good that you included the page number -- I almost missed it again. I am looking forward to what they share in the future. Not that I will necessarily be going that fast, but that some of those items may help my own T to be more reliable and to last longer.

Respectfully submitted,...

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Mon Apr 01, 2019 8:34 pm
ignition problem

Last post by KeithG « Mon Apr 01, 2019 6:39 pm
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by Philip » Mon Apr 01, 2019 9:31 am

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my 24 touring has 4 mid 50s kw coils. i took it out for a spin and had a sudden skip. i found that it ran better on the 6v battery and got home.
switched back to mag. and found that no 4 was not firing switched the coils around and the problem moved so it is a coil problem. i did the
light bulb volt meter magneto test and have good voltage. the...

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Philip, Considering that your coils are from the '50's, they probably should be rebuilt with new capacitors & points and properly adjusted for best performance. Coils sometimes fire on battery and not on mag due to improper adjustment. You should also check your timer to see that it's clean and not excessively worn. All the wires and contacts in...

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Last post by KeithG
Mon Apr 01, 2019 6:39 pm
Best Black Paint For Painting a T?

Last post by TWrenn « Mon Apr 01, 2019 5:33 pm
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by Kenny Edmondson » Fri Mar 29, 2019 5:40 pm

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I’ve got a 24 Fordor restoration that is nearing completion to where it’s going to need paint soon. Just curious if there are any suggestions regarding a user friendly paint to use? HVLP or regular spray gun? Something that can be done in the garage?

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Tinman...last I knew there was no more acrylic enamel to be had, which is why I ended up switching to PPG Concept. I loved the good old enamel, but I have to say I like this Concept urethane stuff a lot better! Just sayin'

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Mon Apr 01, 2019 5:33 pm
27 Roadster pickup question

Last post by David Mcbride « Mon Apr 01, 2019 2:32 pm
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by Oldav8tor » Mon Apr 01, 2019 11:39 am

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I and a friend are looking at a 1927 Roadster pickup with the idea of building a depot hack body for it. My question is this, it has a nice box with tailgate, the body is primed but in need of some minor sheetmetal work along the bottom - seat springs, fuel tank, windshield frame, bows, etc., etc. Any idea of what such a collection would be worth?...

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seems like you are close to a pickup and a long way from a hack just sayen

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Mon Apr 01, 2019 2:32 pm
What have you done with your T in March?

Last post by jagiven « Mon Apr 01, 2019 11:04 am
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by Dallas Landers » Fri Mar 01, 2019 9:45 pm

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Well after work and supper, I went to the shop and finished tightening bolts, installed wood blocks,cotter pins, saftey wire and all the little things that go with an engine swap. Tomorrow is start up day! The TT has a new heart. After breaking a rib a couple weeks ago, its about time. 20190301_192815.jpg 20190301_192835.jpg
Installing the new...

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Last thing I did on my T, pulled two wood wheels. Removed the old loose spokes, stripped the paint and repainted the iron.

This week, press the new spokes in.

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Last post by jagiven
Mon Apr 01, 2019 11:04 am
Rhindbeck NY car show and swap meet?

Last post by Fire_chief « Mon Apr 01, 2019 10:35 am
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by Mountainrider » Sun Mar 31, 2019 7:36 pm

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May 3,4,5. How is this swap meet for T stuff. I was thinking of going it’s not to far from me.

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The aerodrome is not usually open at the time of the meet. There are some T parts for sale, but not to many. Several of us T people will be there Sunday, come join us.

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Mon Apr 01, 2019 10:35 am
Got run over by a Model T Ford today.

Last post by Steve Jelf « Mon Apr 01, 2019 10:19 am
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by varmint » Mon Apr 01, 2019 7:05 am

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Jiminy Cricket, I'm no fool : pedestrian

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When you wish upon a cricket...

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Cliff Edwards (Ukulele Ike)

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Last post by Steve Jelf
Mon Apr 01, 2019 10:19 am
Need a Liquid epoxy liner for repair to damage fuel tank

Last post by James_B_NC « Mon Apr 01, 2019 8:55 am
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by jiminbartow » Thu Mar 28, 2019 4:22 pm

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I was torn as to whether to make this OT or not, but decided to post it in the general discussion forum because the answer could be applied to damaged, fractured, or leaking Model T fuel tanks.

I have an antique ornate brass Bradley-Hubbard gone with the wind oil lamp that has a stamped, cylindrical brass kerosene tank. The lamp is circa 1890 and...

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John, I have seen Red Kote crack into chips before, but not really sure what caused it. Might be because the tank sat unused as the motorcycle it went to got set to the side without fuel it for a couple years. Still think it’s a good product though

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Last post by James_B_NC
Mon Apr 01, 2019 8:55 am
Wheel Spoke Press Instructions

Last post by Steve Jelf « Sun Mar 31, 2019 11:44 pm
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by jagiven » Sun Mar 31, 2019 8:04 pm

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Does anyone have a copy of the instructions for the FunProjects Wheel Press?

The instructions are to hard to read on my phone, and my work PC, blocks the site.

Thanks

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Go to the FP website and get the PDF. You can click on + to enlarge it to readable size.

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Last post by Steve Jelf
Sun Mar 31, 2019 11:44 pm
Has anyone ever tried this?

Last post by Jim, Sr. « Sun Mar 31, 2019 11:36 pm
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by FATMAN » Sun Mar 31, 2019 4:10 pm

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Just found this cool accessory
the Allen Bradley co.
Bradleystadt
it is to adjust the amps on your car
any car in the T era that has a generator with the 3rd brush
just wondering if anyone has ever used this item? Bob

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Allen Bradley is a big company in Milwaukee, now known as Rockwell Automation.

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Last post by Jim, Sr.
Sun Mar 31, 2019 11:36 pm
New triple gears

Last post by Joe Bell « Sun Mar 31, 2019 10:27 pm
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by RGould1910 » Sun Mar 31, 2019 4:15 pm

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I purchased a set of new triple gears from Dan McEachern last week. The quality is extraordinary. With bushings installed and fit to the pins, each weighs exactly 1017 grams. No need to balance. It was easy to bore the bushings because the ODs of the gear teeth are concentric with the bushing hole making it easy to center off them for boring the...

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Richard, I have built some trans with his triples they are great, just remember the timing gears while you are building they are the best out there, some things are worth the xtra money spent!

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Last post by Joe Bell
Sun Mar 31, 2019 10:27 pm
LaBaron Bonney

Last post by Sparknwire « Sun Mar 31, 2019 8:23 pm
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by Terry_007 » Thu Mar 21, 2019 5:07 pm

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Household name among old car folks, especially the Model A gang. They've closed their doors! You can follow the discussion on the AACA Discussion forum to get all the sordid details.

Terry

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Paul sold this business about 4 or 5 years ago to this new owner. The original staff also left so these were new people to the hobby but sad they couldn’t make a go of it. I’m next to them at Hershey and didn’t see to much action in their tent.

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Last post by Sparknwire
Sun Mar 31, 2019 8:23 pm
ANY ONR ever seen one of these? very cool charging part

Last post by JohnH « Sun Mar 31, 2019 8:00 pm
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by FATMAN » Sun Mar 31, 2019 4:06 pm

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The Allen Bradley Co. made this for all cars with a generator with a third brush just like the Model T Ford
has anyone ever seen this? Bob

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It looks like a carbon pile resistance to shunt the generator output to ground, in a lesser or greater amount. Assuming this is correct, as the knob is screwed in, the carbon discs are pressed closer together, lowering the resistance, which shunts more of the generator current to ground. The generator still puts out its normal charging current,...

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Sun Mar 31, 2019 8:00 pm
Classifieds hit 1000

Last post by Ruxstel24 « Sun Mar 31, 2019 5:42 pm
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by Dallas Landers » Sun Mar 31, 2019 2:41 pm

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Its great that in 3 months, there have been 1000 topics posted. This is a good thing for our hobby. Some very nice things listed.
Thanks to everone who takes the time to photograph them and list them!

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Absolutely great !!
The people I have dealt with and seen here are all outstanding. None of the annoying things that come along with Feebay :D

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Last post by Ruxstel24
Sun Mar 31, 2019 5:42 pm
brass plating

Last post by Scott Rosenthal « Sun Mar 31, 2019 5:14 pm
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by Scott Rosenthal » Sun Mar 31, 2019 10:21 am

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Hoping someone here can recommend a quality brass plating shop. I'm in Ohio where I will assume EPA regs have all but deleted this service. FWIW, I recently had some parts done by a brass shop in nearby Dayton Kentucky that I would not recommend.
Regards,
Scott

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Many good recommendations here....Thank You Gentlemen. Gold plating sounds interesting.
Regards,
Scott

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Last post by Scott Rosenthal
Sun Mar 31, 2019 5:14 pm
Old photo T Campers

Last post by RustyFords « Sun Mar 31, 2019 4:25 pm
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by Ruxstel24 » Mon Jan 28, 2019 9:14 pm

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The great outdoors and a T !!

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My grandmother was born in 1910 and was close to her grandfather who fought in the 10th Texas Cavalry in the Civil War. He died when she was a teenager.

One thing she and I had in common was that she spent a lot of time with him and asked him a lot of questions about his life and I did the same with her. My parents had troubles when I was a...

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Last post by RustyFords
Sun Mar 31, 2019 4:25 pm
Engine paint or sealant

Last post by Steve Jelf « Sun Mar 31, 2019 3:39 pm
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by Belliott3 » Sun Mar 31, 2019 1:00 pm

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I've stripped all the old paint off my open valve engine and have it down to the metal. It has an aged metal look now, which I kind of like, but I'm undecided if I should prime and paint it or leave it unpainted. If I decide to paint, what paint should I use that will adhere to the engine; but if I decide to leave it unpainted, is there a sealer...

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This factory photo from the mid-twenties seems to show the famous Gilsonite wash dripped down the side of the engine. Looks like they missed a spot on the valve cover.

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Last post by Steve Jelf
Sun Mar 31, 2019 3:39 pm
Tire wear and Toe in adjustment

Last post by Dennis Prince « Sun Mar 31, 2019 2:21 pm
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by Mark Osterman » Sat Mar 23, 2019 10:39 am

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Thought I had this dialed in correctly but the passengers side in particular shows more wear on the outside of the tread.

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As Alan said feathering is an indicator that the toe in is not set properly, it is real easy to check. Put your hand at a right angle to the tire and pull and push your hand across the tread if it feathered you will feel it fight you one way and not the other.

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Last post by Dennis Prince
Sun Mar 31, 2019 2:21 pm
Racing T 1911

Last post by Rich Eagle « Sun Mar 31, 2019 1:46 pm
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by jaxenro » Sun Mar 31, 2019 7:15 am

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“The driver is Rowland Winn, who was a successful garage owner from Leeds. He became Lord Mayor of that city, and he had a garage in Middlesbrough on Linthorpe Road.
The photo was taken in July 1911, and he was in luck that day as he won his class at a speed of 44.5mph.”

I like this one but there is just the one photo. The exhaust looks like just...

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I saw the photo on several links. I tried to search both Leeds and Rowland on MTFCA forum with no results. It certainly is a great photo and I'm sure glad to see it.
Rich

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Last post by Rich Eagle
Sun Mar 31, 2019 1:46 pm
Museum Receives Pan Straightening Bench

Last post by dobro1956 « Sun Mar 31, 2019 11:57 am
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by SusanYaeger » Sat Mar 30, 2019 4:56 pm

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The rain today didn't stop the delivery of a rare piece of Model T history to the Museum. High on our 'wish list' has been a pan straightening bench.

Thanks to the perseverance of Sam Mendenhall from Alabama, the Model T Museum Vintage Garage now has one! Sam found the bench in Pensacola, Florida where a gentleman had acquired it more than 50...

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Susan, sent you a e-mail..

Yes the pan fixtures/attachments are almost non existant. The few that survive are usually with a pan jig. Langs does have the rough castings. they will need total machining to work, but at least they are available.

The 1-1/4 inch tail shaft is available thru McMaster Carr. look for linear motion shaft material
The 10...

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Last post by dobro1956
Sun Mar 31, 2019 11:57 am
Beaudette alloy body no

Last post by Jem « Sun Mar 31, 2019 9:14 am
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by Jem » Sat Mar 30, 2019 11:53 am

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By dint of gentle scraping at the paint, I have exposed a number on the seat of my 09. It appears to be 657X with possibly a ghostly B off to the left. body no.jpg

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Caught me! It's a while since I saw that shaft so I forgot it was the day previous. As for doing an article, that would have to wait for all the other stuff on the to-do list, and it certainly isn't going to happen soon with summer coming at us. Winter is for writing tasks.

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Last post by Jem
Sun Mar 31, 2019 9:14 am
Need suggestion for oil leak in hogshead

Last post by Mark Gregush « Sun Mar 31, 2019 8:59 am
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by DHort » Sun Mar 31, 2019 1:19 am

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My T has developed some leaks and I would like to determine if it is mainly caused by the pedals in the hogshead. I think I will need to install seals in the hogshead, but that is down the road. What would you suggest I do to make a temporary fix? Thank you.

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Give everything a good wipe down. Check your inspection cover and bendix cover. For now a drip pan under the car.

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Last post by Mark Gregush
Sun Mar 31, 2019 8:59 am
1911 progress

Last post by Dallas Landers « Sun Mar 31, 2019 8:47 am
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by Art Ebeling » Fri Mar 29, 2019 7:54 pm

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I have put new transmission band linings and rear brake shoes on, removed the body from the frame and started dry fitting some pieces. I have also made a windshield riser board and refinished the Kingston coil box. I also welded and shaped a new tip on the parking lever pawl. I need to rivet a running board bracket on and rivet on a parking brake...

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Very nice. Keep us posted with more photos.

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Last post by Dallas Landers
Sun Mar 31, 2019 8:47 am
1927 Model T Radiator Shell

Last post by JoeG48 « Sat Mar 30, 2019 10:49 pm
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by JoeG48 » Fri Mar 29, 2019 10:54 am

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Wanted ... Looking for a chrome or nickel radiator shell for a 1927 Coupe ..... Thanks for an help ... joeg48@hotmail.com

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Bob .... I am interested in your Model T radiator shell for a 1927 Coupe T. Can you post some pictures or better yet Email me the pics at joeg48@hotmail.com. Also let me know what you would be asking for it, plus mailing to California 95762. Thanks .. Joe Gallagher

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Sat Mar 30, 2019 10:49 pm
Original model t battery?

Last post by GordK « Sat Mar 30, 2019 10:11 pm
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by Robert Lawson » Tue Mar 26, 2019 9:17 pm

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Is this an original model t battery? Came with my runabout.

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Look what I found at a junk shop.

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Last post by GordK
Sat Mar 30, 2019 10:11 pm
Maintenance item ?

Last post by George House « Sat Mar 30, 2019 8:16 pm
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by Rich Bingham » Sat Mar 30, 2019 4:36 pm

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When I got my '13 runabout a couple of years ago, I replaced the anti-squeak leathers in the hood. They were hard and brittle as over-cooked bacon. All the heat and fumes under the hood is tough on leather. Probably a good idea to occasionally clean them with warm soapy water then apply as much saddle oil or genuine neats foot oil as they will...

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Good idea Rich. I never thought about that - although I routinely soak my leather top socket tie downs and top-to-windshield leather with the hook on my ‘14 runabout. Will look at the leather strips under the hood tomorrow...thanks

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Last post by George House
Sat Mar 30, 2019 8:16 pm
Pros and cons for powder coating wood wheel hub and rim

Last post by Mark Gregush « Sat Mar 30, 2019 7:48 pm
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by NealW » Sat Mar 30, 2019 1:00 pm

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I am restoring a 1915 runabout and am in the process of tearing down the non-demountable wheels to send to Stutzman's for re-wooding. I checked with a local company about sand blasting and powder coating the rims and hub parts, and getting them powder coated black only adds about $20 per wheel. I'm leaning towards just varnishing the spokes, so...

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You would be adding extra thickness to were the spokes sit on the hub and it would be hard to get the flange plate on. The inside were the spokes go never got paint. The wheels were assembled dipped then spun. Most powder coating that I have seen is thicker then just paint. I would just paint the outside and touch up were the flange scrapes the...

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Last post by Mark Gregush
Sat Mar 30, 2019 7:48 pm
Original Black T Paint - Shined Up

Last post by RustyFords « Sat Mar 30, 2019 7:34 pm
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by RustyFords » Fri Mar 29, 2019 8:49 am

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I only had a few minutes after work to go stare at my T yesterday before sunset, so I tried a little experiment.

The fender I bought from Mike Lebsack at Chickasha is so very nice, and undoubtedly wearing faded original paint. Mike said it was pulled off a car and put in dry storage many, many years ago and it shows. I made a deal with him before...

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The counterweight to all of this “original paint” hoopla cane from my dad...who accompanied me to Chickasha this year.

He agreed that the aforementioned fender was beautiful but then said, “Don, don’t get to obsessed about this old paint thing. Your car is just a beat up old Model T. Just get it running and driving, then you can fuss with other...

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Last post by RustyFords
Sat Mar 30, 2019 7:34 pm
One board at a time

Last post by D.Yoder « Sat Mar 30, 2019 4:48 pm
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by D.Yoder » Wed Mar 27, 2019 12:39 pm

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Sat Mar 30, 2019 4:48 pm
11 Torpedo just sold

Last post by Wayne Sheldon « Sat Mar 30, 2019 4:02 pm
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by Dollisdad » Fri Mar 29, 2019 10:05 pm

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at auction Friday nite. Brass was stolen by vandals, otherwise appears to be correct car. 40 yr. old restoration. Sold for $16,000 plus the juice. 93CE9901-5384-4600-AE74-E20986BAAB8C.jpeg A045429F-51AE-4BA4-A55B-4E927F2475D4.jpeg 976BDC98-3C12-4E56-A003-7F01A2F2F5CD.jpeg ADDF7280-72FD-473F-BD21-FF8702D3F17B.jpeg

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When I was growing up, my dad knew a recycler that was a decent, honest (I think?), man. I wound up going through much of the 8th through 12th grades with one of his sons (a real jerk, group bully, etc). The dad bought scrap in large and small amounts (often big truckloads!). His workers watched out for suspicious items (especially in the small...

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Last post by Wayne Sheldon
Sat Mar 30, 2019 4:02 pm
Cost to get an engine and transmission rebuilt

Last post by Don D « Sat Mar 30, 2019 1:26 pm
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by Tom Hicks » Tue Mar 19, 2019 11:30 am

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For a first class rebuild job, using a worn block and transmission, to have it professionally rebuilt starting with new babbit, bored, new pistons, rings, SCAT crank, Stipe cam, high compression head, stainless valves and seats, new clutch pack, balanced, etc. etc. no shortcuts, test run and ready to install, how much would one expect to pay?

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As Leo said...

We offer three kinds of service:
GOOD – FAST – CHEAP
You can pick any two
GOOD, FAST service won’t be CHEAP
FAST, CHEAP service won’t be GOOD
CHEAP, GOOD service won’t be FAST

Feel free to copy, paste and print for the uneducated. :-)
Enjoy,
Dom

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Last post by Don D
Sat Mar 30, 2019 1:26 pm
Engine Head decision, what would you do?

Last post by Fozz71 « Sat Mar 30, 2019 1:04 pm
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by Fozz71 » Thu Mar 28, 2019 7:06 pm

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Alright gents, before I go further I want to ask for your opinion, I have my Touring motor stripped down and intended to refresh the components and give her a general going over since the car hasn't been run in years. My plan is to remove the head, clean, inspect and put a fresh gasket and bolts back in place....but...those suckers are really...

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Yes, the engine always turns over without problem and has fresh oil in it. I'll start er up and see how she runs.

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Last post by Fozz71
Sat Mar 30, 2019 1:04 pm
Replacing a Valve Part 3

Last post by Scott_Conger « Sat Mar 30, 2019 12:51 pm
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by Will_Vanderburg » Sat Mar 30, 2019 12:47 pm

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Tore it back down, borrowed a friend's valve seat resurfacer and cleaned it up. The seat will eventually need replacing. But the car is not hard to start now, and grounding the plug does labor the engine, which it did not do after I replaced the valve last week.

Just finished taking it for a spin and it runs just like it did before the valve...

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Good for you Will

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Last post by Scott_Conger
Sat Mar 30, 2019 12:51 pm
From "Honk" to "Cronk" help needed

Last post by Mark Gregush « Sat Mar 30, 2019 11:56 am
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by varmint » Fri Mar 29, 2019 11:15 pm

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I've been debating for a month whether to ask advise after not finding anything on the topic in the forum.
So, we have a 6v horn from the 1950 Ford F1 that went 12v and no longer needed the original horn.
That horn was disassembled, painted,and has a strong Honk on the 6v battery from the T.
The horn also works with the 26-7 bracket but sounds too...

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My thoughts, live with it, try dropping the voltage, get a T horn. The horn on my 48 F2 goes beep not honk :lol:

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Last post by Mark Gregush
Sat Mar 30, 2019 11:56 am
Magneto coil ring material..........?

Last post by George Andreasen « Sat Mar 30, 2019 11:13 am
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by George Andreasen » Tue Mar 26, 2019 4:02 pm

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Does anyone know what kind of material the magneto coil ring is made from? It looks like cast iron, or is it some kind of forging?

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Herm, thanks for the advice and tutorial. I'll follow it.

About the bending question.........I actually tried it yesterday by clamping the ring to my big Royersford drill press. This press is the old camel back , flat belt style and weighs at least 700 pounds, so it made a good work table. I clamped it across the 9 o'clock/3 o'clock positions...

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Last post by George Andreasen
Sat Mar 30, 2019 11:13 am
Invited to an invatation only car show,

Last post by D Stroud « Sat Mar 30, 2019 6:18 am
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by dobro1956 » Wed Mar 13, 2019 7:57 pm

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Well, what do you know, A hillbilly from the Ozark hills of Arkansas got invited to an Invitation only car show ... We received a call from the Oaklawn events promoter at The Oaklawn Horse Racing track in Hot Springs Arkansas. Seems they are having trouble finding a true antique car. I guess they only want so many Mustangs, and Camaros :) :)....

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Be careful wearing flannel when welding. I set a brand new shirt on fire teaching my students one day. I had to take it off quickly so as not to get too burnt.

I have in a past life as a weldor (yep, weldor means the person using the welder, at least it used to 50 years ago, ;) ) had flannel shirts flare up , but not actually catch on fire....

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Last post by D Stroud
Sat Mar 30, 2019 6:18 am
More Ford Special racer details and information.

Last post by Wayne Sheldon « Sat Mar 30, 2019 4:17 am
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by Rob » Fri Mar 29, 2019 11:56 am

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The staff at Benson Library (THF) have been great locating additional photos of the Ford Special racer sent to France in 1911. All photos were purchased, and not intended for reprinting. Courtesy THF, all rights apply.

The racer was sent to participate in the French Grand Prix, as well as other competitions. I have know idea what possessed Henry...

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That car was twisted and bent so badly, and in so many ways, it really shows the toughness of Ford's design and materials. As bad as that wishbone is. I would consider straightening it myself! I do wonder how much of that wreckage was actually used on the repaired racer three weeks later? The frame, and parts of the rear end may have been...

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Last post by Wayne Sheldon
Sat Mar 30, 2019 4:17 am
***1918-1927 Model TT Brake Assembly***

Last post by 46woodduck « Sat Mar 30, 2019 1:39 am
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by VowellArt » Sun Mar 24, 2019 11:47 pm

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I'm not sure what the callout for the cotter pins is, since the parts books don't mention them at all (probably because they were so common it wasn't necessary, like lock washers today). So I gave both the Willy's part number and Pin-Cotter (PC) part number. If anybody knows what Ford's numbers and or letters were for cotter pins, please let me...

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Nothing like a good picture to help put an assembly together correctly.

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Sat Mar 30, 2019 1:39 am
Victor Head Lamp 1913?

Last post by JTT3 « Fri Mar 29, 2019 7:46 pm
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by Jeff Perkins » Wed Mar 27, 2019 8:42 am

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Is this a Victor #1 lamp? Lamp body is black, top is brass plated steel. I have never seen one of these.

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Yep Victor model 1, very early one had Brass bonnets then all steel through 13,

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Fri Mar 29, 2019 7:46 pm
TT Ruckstell Gear Ratios

Last post by Ruxstel24 « Fri Mar 29, 2019 6:15 pm
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by Tom Hicks » Fri Mar 29, 2019 10:37 am

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I can not find a chart that also includes a Warford overdrive.

I notice that it refers to Ruckstell Low and Ruckstell High . I had thought that Ruckstell high was incorrect terminology as a Ruckstell is actually 1:1 when in high, right?

I also included an old engine RPM/speed chart.

I can't say I understand it all, but it looks like a TT with...

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D...Ford high.

As I understand the second chart, a TT Ruckstell is 1.60:1 reduction and a T is 1.54:1.
So with 13-39 gears, Ruckstell would be 4.54:1
And 3:1 in high. Correct ?

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Last post by Ruxstel24
Fri Mar 29, 2019 6:15 pm
27 motor

Last post by James Mike Rogers « Fri Mar 29, 2019 5:13 pm
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by James Mike Rogers » Wed Mar 27, 2019 4:16 pm

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Last weekend I purchased several engines for cores. While this is most times a krap shoot, so far so good. I don't see any cracks or bad parts and even most of the drums are good. Whild dismantling these engines, I found a 27 motor that is in really good shape under the dirt and rust BUT, I find that there is no hole in the block for a throttle...

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I also, didn't get an EE crank out of the vaporizer motor and that crank looks like a candidate for the scrapper. Lots of damage even for a big cheek crank.

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Fri Mar 29, 2019 5:13 pm
FJ - Model T Family In Arizona Is Alive & Doing Well

Last post by Will « Fri Mar 29, 2019 3:36 pm
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by FreighTer Jim » Fri Mar 29, 2019 5:10 am

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The past few days ....

I have met Miss June and Miss Montana in Camp Verde.

Then I met Doris & Jim in Cave Creek.

The Model T Family In Arizona is doing just fine.

Miss Montana is hosting a get together the same time as Bakersfield Swap in Camp Verde.

FJ

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What??? no photos of the ladies? See if I ever take you to the beach again :D

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Last post by Will
Fri Mar 29, 2019 3:36 pm
Champion X: Loose top?

Last post by Steve Hughes « Fri Mar 29, 2019 1:31 pm
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by ArthurB » Thu Mar 28, 2019 10:13 pm

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I have some vintage Champion X (crimped brass top, long insulator) plugs and noticed on one the brass top rotates, but the electrode at the far end does not rotate with it. How is the electrode attached to the brass top and screw? Is this a problem? Is this fixable?

Also, the copper crush washer is missing. Is there a good substitute? I have a...

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I’v Had a couple that the threaded part has twisted off. The electrode is’nt soldered. Just touches. Or may even have a slight air gap, but it doesn’t hinder the spark at the end of the plug.

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Last post by Steve Hughes
Fri Mar 29, 2019 1:31 pm
Handy Dandy Oil can

Last post by Ruxstel24 « Fri Mar 29, 2019 1:02 pm
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by Ruxstel24 » Fri Mar 29, 2019 12:55 pm

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Found this oil can in dad's stuff.
Makes reaching everything a lot easier. :mrgreen:
After a good bath the other day, I oiled everything I could reach. I need a couple manhole covers for the rear springs. Shook the front end and everything seems tight. It steers pretty good anyway.

Maybe a savvy person can put the lubrication chart up here. I...

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Thanks Mark !! :D

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Fri Mar 29, 2019 1:02 pm
Best Liked products for Top care

Last post by Ruxstel24 « Fri Mar 29, 2019 1:00 pm
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by Ruxstel24 » Wed Mar 20, 2019 6:20 pm

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What do you like to use to clean and protect your top ??
Mine is about 40 years old and still in very good condition, but it has some mildew and just needs a good cleaning and something to help from mildew.

I don't care for the slimey shine of Armor All.
Everything sticks to it... :roll:

I should mention, it is vinyl, not canvas.

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I think the Awesome Orange worked pretty good !
Have to see how the time test goes...

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Fri Mar 29, 2019 1:00 pm
Unsafe site notice from Mcafee?

Last post by Steve Jelf « Fri Mar 29, 2019 10:05 am
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by kelly mt » Sat Mar 23, 2019 10:48 pm

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All of a sudden today, my Mcafee virus program is telling me this site is not as safe as it should be. Anyone else seeing this?

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My junk e-mail exploded right after I signed up for this new site.
O think that may be a case of POST HOC ERGO PROPTER HOC. My junk mail didn't increase at all. It's the same stuff I've been regularly deleting for years.

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Last post by Steve Jelf
Fri Mar 29, 2019 10:05 am
Old Photo- 1910 Ford touring

Last post by Drkbp « Fri Mar 29, 2019 8:56 am
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by Herb Iffrig » Thu Mar 28, 2019 9:53 am

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Appears to have a 1910 Ohio license plate.
Neat picture of an almost new car!

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Last post by Drkbp
Fri Mar 29, 2019 8:56 am
1919-1920 Model T Invoices

Last post by Jeff Perkins « Fri Mar 29, 2019 7:42 am
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by Jeff Perkins » Sat Mar 23, 2019 6:52 pm

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I run this every couple of years hoping to find a matchup with someone. Please check your ‘19-‘20 T’s.
I have a friend who has approximately 20 invoices of T's sold through Auto Service Company of Copas, MN. He allowed me to make copies. Hopefully someone will have one of these cars. Most all list the name of the original purchaser of the cars....

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Wish to keep this post alive for a while. Ask around if someone has a ‘19-‘20 T. It would be great to find a matchup.

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Last post by Jeff Perkins
Fri Mar 29, 2019 7:42 am
1914 touring body wood plans

Last post by tdumas « Thu Mar 28, 2019 10:54 pm
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by flatbroke3 » Tue Mar 26, 2019 10:49 am

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I was lucky enough to get a wood kit for my '14 from a local member of the club, but have no instructions,plans, or anything else besides the wood. I am looking for some help on this and have searched the website to no avail. Where does one turn for help. I called Lang's and talked to two people and they said there are not any, for the kits they...

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Look at fordwood.com. Cubel’s has an ecellent diagram.

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Last post by tdumas
Thu Mar 28, 2019 10:54 pm
ac brakes

Last post by Original Smith « Thu Mar 28, 2019 9:52 pm
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by donald4ham » Wed Mar 27, 2019 5:52 pm

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are there any other sellers that have the ac brakes for sale? I have the linkage, but cannot get the brakes i ordered.

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The bottom line is, why do something incorrectly, when you can do it correctly for less money? Makes no sense to me!

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Last post by Original Smith
Thu Mar 28, 2019 9:52 pm
Tire chains on my Roadster

Last post by Henry K. Lee « Thu Mar 28, 2019 9:15 pm
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by Tmodelt » Thu Mar 28, 2019 7:00 pm

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I just rescued a pair of Dreadnought tire chains, complete with box. The box is marked 4.40 x 29 balloon. They fit snugly in my 4.40 x 21 tires on my 23 Roadster. Does anyone know their value?
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SCOTT,

You are all welcomed! I scared old man winter away by just advertising them!!!! LOL!

Hank

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Last post by Henry K. Lee
Thu Mar 28, 2019 9:15 pm
Long shot...

Last post by Oldav8tor « Thu Mar 28, 2019 8:25 pm
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by Oldav8tor » Wed Mar 27, 2019 9:56 pm

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I'm finally working on my Model T again, hobbling around with my cane and walker or riding my amigo. Today I dragged out the box containing the top that came with my '17 touring, which had been unopened until I opened it last fall. The postmark is 1988, so it has been boxed for a long time. Surprisingly it is in great shape (or at least appears to...

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Thomas,
I found the census info and went thru some obits for Arthur Sr., Jr. and other family members. I think I found one surviving grand daughter to whom I've sent a letter. We'll see where it goes. Thanks :D

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Last post by Oldav8tor
Thu Mar 28, 2019 8:25 pm
Engine Rebuild Question

Last post by HaroldRJr « Thu Mar 28, 2019 8:02 pm
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by jagiven » Tue Mar 26, 2019 8:54 pm

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We tore down the kid's 25 engine to rebuild the tranny. That's done, before putting it all back together, we decided we would check over the rest of the engine.

Right now it's a short block, only has the cam, pistons/crank, and valve train.

It is really difficult to turn over. I loosened the bolts holding the caps. I added a 1 ft cheater bar to...

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I'm not too sure on this, but I think it might be possible to install oversize valves in that block without new seats. Seems like something like the slightly larger Fordson tractor valves or maybe a more modern automotive valve with modern valve spring keepers might be available. If that's possible, there is an advantage to carefully cutting new...

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Last post by HaroldRJr
Thu Mar 28, 2019 8:02 pm
I'm chasing the [quote] posting problem

Last post by aDave « Thu Mar 28, 2019 6:16 pm
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by AdminJeff » Thu Mar 28, 2019 5:57 pm

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I'm on it. not sure why it's not working so you may see an error here and there as I test various components. Not to worry - that's just me.

this should display in quotes once I fix it

this is just a display problem, it doesn't affect anything else - I'm frankly pleased that this amounts to the *only* problem remaining for me to fix...
What...

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What am I going to do w/ all this newly found free time now?

I (along with many others, I am sure) hope that the above quoted statement turns out to be T R U E

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Last post by aDave
Thu Mar 28, 2019 6:16 pm
Need a Epoxy liner for repair to damage fuel tank

Last post by jiminbartow « Thu Mar 28, 2019 4:10 pm

by jiminbartow » Thu Mar 28, 2019 4:10 pm

I was torn as to whether to make this OT or not, but decided to post it in the general discussion forum because the answer could be applied to damaged Model T fuel tanks.

I have an antique gone with the wind oil lamp that has a stamped, cylindrical brass kerosene tank. The lamp is circa 1890 and like many stamped brass pieces this old, stress...

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Last post by jiminbartow
Thu Mar 28, 2019 4:10 pm
preserving brass

Last post by Rich Bingham « Thu Mar 28, 2019 2:19 pm
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by Art Ebeling » Thu Mar 28, 2019 6:22 am

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What do you recommend for polishing and preserving brass parts such as firewall brackets, coilbox latches etc? Art

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Art, perhaps where this is heading is to ask whether polished brass can be coated to preserve the shine without the need to polish. The consensus is that while a number of coatings may serve that function, the inevitability of having to remove them makes them not worth the trouble. I concur.

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Last post by Rich Bingham
Thu Mar 28, 2019 2:19 pm
Piston clearance again

Last post by RGould1910 « Thu Mar 28, 2019 10:50 am
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by RGould1910 » Wed Mar 27, 2019 10:28 pm

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Its been a while since I rebuild a motor. Is the consensus on new aluminum piston clearance still .005 ?

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I recall David Daigh, a respected rebuilder in N. CA, now retired, told me once he set the clearance at 2 thou. He used Egge pistons. The folks at Egge also told me many years ago to set the clearace at 2 thou.
On the rebuild I am doing now, the Egge pistons installed 40 years ago had 2 to 3 thou clearance. Do these require a closer fit than...

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Last post by RGould1910
Thu Mar 28, 2019 10:50 am
Mystery Cylinder Head Numbers

Last post by Mark Gregush « Thu Mar 28, 2019 10:22 am
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by Belliott3 » Wed Mar 27, 2019 7:22 pm

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I decided to remove the old, rattle can paint from my open valve motor and found some curious numbers stamped on the drivers side of the cylinder head. I know the head looks like it has a pink hue, but the sun was coming indirectly into my pole barn and gave it an unnatural color. The indirect light also revealed the mystery numbers. They are...

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I was suggesting that maybe the engine that the head went to in the first place was repaired at some time and the shop that did the work stamped that engine number on the head so it wouldn't get mixed up. But after 108 years, who knows. I do not recall ever reading anything that suggested that the engine number in the Model T era was stamped on...

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Last post by Mark Gregush
Thu Mar 28, 2019 10:22 am
Our 24th annual Speedster Run

Last post by John Warren « Thu Mar 28, 2019 9:06 am
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by telecros » Tue Jan 08, 2019 9:34 pm

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I would like to attach the forms/info regarding our next Speedster Run which will be held March 30/32 in Laughlin, Nevada. I'm having no luck doing that however. If you are interested, you can PM me. I have posted them on several Facebook Model T pages as well. Happy T'ing.

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Hi Dana, I was going to go on the run in Laughlin, What hotel and what time. Thanks John

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Last post by John Warren
Thu Mar 28, 2019 9:06 am
Could be FORD ?

Last post by John Warren « Thu Mar 28, 2019 8:30 am
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by aDave » Wed Mar 27, 2019 7:49 am

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A respected investment adviser said this about investing in companies:

“....about 3,000 automobile companies have existed in the United States” and that of the remaining 3, one was bailed out, one was bought out and only one is still chugging along on its own.

I had previously read that there were MANY, but I had no idea that there were that...

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...the one chugging along that is

FORD

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Last post by John Warren
Thu Mar 28, 2019 8:30 am
Look what I picked up from Dean today. My Model T on steroids.

Last post by Rob « Thu Mar 28, 2019 4:53 am
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by Rob » Wed Mar 27, 2019 10:21 pm

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Let the summer begin......

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Thank you Dean Yoder

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Steve, yes. I broke the low band last fall and Dean made and fitted a new one. It's almost good driving weather again.

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Last post by Rob
Thu Mar 28, 2019 4:53 am
Stevens Spintite set on ebay

Last post by dobro1956 « Wed Mar 27, 2019 9:50 pm
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by dobro1956 » Wed Mar 27, 2019 2:33 am

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Saw this on e-bay. I have no connection to the auction. These are sometime during the 20s to 1926 era since they have the fractional sizes and part #. They are late T era.. pre Walden. Walden bought Stevens in 1926. I already have a set and this is a steal, someone please buy these so I do not have to buy them .. :) :)

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someone bought them ... wheeew ... thought I was going to have to buy them ... :)

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Wed Mar 27, 2019 9:50 pm
Any DYI Pan Straightening Tips

Last post by dobro1956 « Wed Mar 27, 2019 9:43 pm
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by jagiven » Tue Mar 26, 2019 9:25 pm

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Tranny is rebuilt on the kids car, so before putting it back together, figure we should take a look at the pan, especially when we found no babett in the 4th main. Put a 4ft level across, it is a little bowed. Also the ears look bent.

So without a pan jig, any recommendations?

Thanks

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Brent. I know of enough cases where a fresh straightened pan has warped enough to need re-straightened after powder coating. Its not like they were as bad as before they were originally straightened, but enough that the pans would not fit back on the pan jig without some rework. usually enough to really mess up the new powder coat. A small home...

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Last post by dobro1956
Wed Mar 27, 2019 9:43 pm
wanted 1913 roadster restored

Last post by J Sundstrom « Wed Mar 27, 2019 8:05 pm
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by Glenn of Northport » Wed Mar 27, 2019 4:05 pm

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I am looking for restored 1913 model t roadster send private messages to glenn of northport

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Here’s one on Minneapolis Craigslist
Hope comes thru, first try on new forum

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Last post by J Sundstrom
Wed Mar 27, 2019 8:05 pm
Old photo-Hunters and a stripped down Ford

Last post by George Andreasen « Wed Mar 27, 2019 5:39 pm
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by Herb Iffrig » Mon Mar 25, 2019 6:33 am

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hunters and ford.jpg

Now that is a stash .

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Whoa, good eyes Randy.........I didn't even see the gun on the right!
!

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Last post by George Andreasen
Wed Mar 27, 2019 5:39 pm
KR Wilson piston aligner new use!

Last post by RustyFords « Wed Mar 27, 2019 1:52 pm
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by agriscience » Mon Mar 25, 2019 10:18 pm

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I recently viewed a post where a SMART T'R had re purposed his KRW piston aligner to check adjust mag. clearance?
Please refresh me on the forum date?
Thanks in ADVANCE!!

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I am too Steve. (see mine below)

I've always heard, however, that a clean desk or workbench is the sign of a sick mind. :shock:

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Last post by RustyFords
Wed Mar 27, 2019 1:52 pm
1ST of 3 to come home, check it out

Last post by 46woodduck « Wed Mar 27, 2019 1:13 pm
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by FATMAN » Thu Mar 21, 2019 5:47 pm

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The 1st is a 1915 almost mostly a original car in fantastic condition
will need to material replaced but original interior, straightest body seen in a long time, so check it out
Bob

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Nice collection. Must say I'm jealous.

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Last post by 46woodduck
Wed Mar 27, 2019 1:13 pm
One board at a time

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Wed Mar 27, 2019 12:37 pm
One board at a time

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by D.Yoder » Wed Mar 27, 2019 12:37 pm

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Wed Mar 27, 2019 12:37 pm
Identifing early roadster top

Last post by Original Smith « Wed Mar 27, 2019 11:35 am
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by FATMAN » Tue Mar 26, 2019 2:40 pm

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Identifing early roadster top
I got this early top looks to be pre 1912 with long straps
but all the photo's I find have a single rear window, this has the murphany fasteners and looks like T can anyone help identify? Bob

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Bob: I agree with Keith's statement above. Some people that make tops fail to do the research needed to make one correctly.

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Last post by Original Smith
Wed Mar 27, 2019 11:35 am
Question re rod bearings

Last post by RGould1910 « Wed Mar 27, 2019 11:04 am
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by RGould1910 » Tue Mar 26, 2019 7:48 pm

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I had Ron's Machine shop pour a set of rods for me about 4 years ago. I abandoned that project and now am looking at the rods to use with my 27 project. I have two crankshafts that were reground in the past. In each case the width of the rod at the big end is anywhere from 20 to 50 thou smaller than the journal it rides in. I see on the MTFCA...

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Thanks for the helpful advice. I will test the rods for bend, twist and offset if I will use these rods. I can't help but remember that the engines I had rebuilt by David Daigh came back with close tolerances in the rod journal area. I have inspected all the cranks I have and only one has crank journals that fit my rod with what looks like the...

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Last post by RGould1910
Wed Mar 27, 2019 11:04 am
oil for model t

Last post by Jugster « Wed Mar 27, 2019 10:29 am
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by fordgood1 » Sun Mar 24, 2019 3:29 pm

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Can I use Valvoline 10/30 oil in my 1924 Model T?

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Some Model T Fords have a tendency to creep immediately after starting. For obvious reasons, this can be especially disconcerting when hand-cranking. My Flivver stopped that habit when I switched to 5W30 oil. It's just a little more slippery when cold then 10
W30 and that seems to reduce or eliminate the starting-creep.

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Last post by Jugster
Wed Mar 27, 2019 10:29 am
Parade seating 1914 Touring - Question

Last post by GJScholz « Wed Mar 27, 2019 9:42 am
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by GJScholz » Mon Mar 25, 2019 6:01 pm

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Gang,
For a parade, what are your thoughts on seating someone, (with the top down), on the raised back edge of the rear seat?

I'm kind of on the fence about it. It seem a bit unsafe to me.
I've got a line on a barbershop quartet that wants a ride.

What are your thoughts?
Thanks,
Greg

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Dom, The box idea may have some merit, I'll give it some thought.
Dean, There's a judges stand that we might be stopping in front of.
The plan is for them to sing a bit. I would think they could take different seats when finished.
Great ideas everyone.

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Last post by GJScholz
Wed Mar 27, 2019 9:42 am
Muffler Pipe Clamp

Last post by Allan « Wed Mar 27, 2019 12:58 am
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by lmitch » Tue Mar 26, 2019 7:52 pm

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In process '25 Runabout restoration.

I believe this was installed to hold the after market muffler in place. I cannot find it in Ford Parts Price List . What say y'all?

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Lee, your car would have had an exhaust pipe which went clear to the back of the muffler. This makes the pipe itself an internal baffle. Most reproduction mufflers are made with their own internal baffles and a slip joint at the front to take the exhaust pipe. On the eralier cast iron ended mufflers the pipe simply pushed into the casting and the...

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Last post by Allan
Wed Mar 27, 2019 12:58 am
Ford used rim flaps...

Last post by DHarrison « Wed Mar 27, 2019 12:24 am
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by Adam » Sun Mar 24, 2019 2:04 pm

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I just ran across this in the service bulletins...

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Just for discussion sake, I have 21 inch split rims and don't run flaps, I make sure the rims are smooth on the inside. I have never had a flat tire. I also have some old Riverside Tires, (from the 1930's), on my car when I bought it and they did not have flaps and the tubes still held air pressure.

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Last post by DHarrison
Wed Mar 27, 2019 12:24 am
Kingston B-1 Gasifier

Last post by VowellArt « Wed Mar 27, 2019 12:06 am
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by Jared27 » Sat Mar 23, 2019 7:07 pm

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I was searching through all my spare parts and came across this Kingston B-1 Gasifier, can anyone tell me about it and where I can get parts or if anyone can restore it. Thanks!

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You can find those and their flow diagrams on the Forum's VowellArt Gallery page, under Carburetors. ;)

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Last post by VowellArt
Wed Mar 27, 2019 12:06 am
One more time before spring

Last post by Dallas Landers « Tue Mar 26, 2019 9:58 pm
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by z_carrico » Tue Mar 26, 2019 9:45 pm

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Some people can't wait for winter to end, but I generally find that it is the most enjoyable part, there is snow on the ground and the sunlight feels so great as it beats down.
I think this past weekend will be the families last with the TT out in the woods on snow shoes; the snow up closer to the house is eroding rapidly. A good spring storm...

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Zachary, that looks like a lot of fun. Thanks for the photos

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Last post by Dallas Landers
Tue Mar 26, 2019 9:58 pm
Frayed band ends.

Last post by Scott_Conger « Tue Mar 26, 2019 8:05 pm
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by Oldav8tor » Tue Mar 26, 2019 7:38 pm

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After a 9 week hiatus due to my busted leg I got out to the shop today with a friend and accomplished some actual work. Not much, but a start. Out of curiosity I opened the cover on the hogshead and noticed that there was a little fraying of the ends of the kevlar bands beyond where they were held in the band clamps. Am I correct that the clamps...

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Very glad to hear you're getting up and around a little bit! That's encouraging news. Less encouraging though is what you're seeing... :? The unraveling is not likely going to stop on its own. I don't know why bands are still sold that do not have the ends sealed. Due to oil soaking, it is not a sure thing to fix. but here's how I'd procede if I...

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Last post by Scott_Conger
Tue Mar 26, 2019 8:05 pm
Rust arount head bolts and in sparkplug wells

Last post by MichaelPawelek « Tue Mar 26, 2019 7:34 pm
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by Jeff5015 » Sat Mar 23, 2019 8:33 pm

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Can anyone tell me what's going on with my engine? Thers is new rust around several of the new head bolts. I saw water bubbling up in the sparkplug wells on 3 & 4. Is my head cracked?

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Thank you everyone.

I just replaced the head gasket (w/copper spray) and double checked the ft lbs. (55) after a few heat-cool cycles.

I noticed the water !after! I washed the car. duh.

I'm gonna test drive it and I'll see how the power feels.

When I wash any Model T or Model A I drape a large plastic garbage bag across the top of the engine...

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Last post by MichaelPawelek
Tue Mar 26, 2019 7:34 pm
Help identifying this horn

Last post by Piewagon « Tue Mar 26, 2019 4:17 pm
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by Model T Tom » Mon Mar 25, 2019 7:28 am

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Not sure what this fits anyone have a clue . I was thinking of using this on my Speedster .

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The mounting vertical strip and the lack of a screen on the front if that is a rather large bell make it look to me like a horn used on a 1911 Maxwell Roadster that I owned for awhile. This was a 2 cylinder 1911 Maxwell that is currently owned by a fellow who lives in Huntley IL.

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Last post by Piewagon
Tue Mar 26, 2019 4:17 pm
Model T Ford owners in Israel

Last post by John E. Guitar « Tue Mar 26, 2019 4:06 pm
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by Mark Osterman » Sat Mar 23, 2019 1:49 pm

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I leave for a conference in Haifa and Tel Aviv Israel
Next week. Also there for the first exhibition of my new photography show, Anatomy, featuring images of model T parts. Will be there for around two weeks and was wondering of there are any model T owners or historic car collections there.

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The contact email is: fiveclub@bezeqint.net

It looks like there is at least one Model T:

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Tue Mar 26, 2019 4:06 pm
A Shout-Out and big "Thank You" to Dave Hanlon

Last post by Ruxstel24 « Tue Mar 26, 2019 1:10 pm
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by Scott_Conger » Mon Mar 25, 2019 6:46 pm

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Thank you Dave

Just got the rim...exactly what I needed for a good price. You have made my day...patina was perfect, and getting this part helped me complete this project.

Thank you again.

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Thanks for the pics Scott, love it !!
Be sure to show the headlights after they're done. :)

BTW, I have a box full of clear flat lenses...brandy new :mrgreen:

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Tue Mar 26, 2019 1:10 pm
Major transmission assembly goof........

Last post by George Andreasen « Tue Mar 26, 2019 11:12 am
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by George Andreasen » Sun Mar 17, 2019 1:58 pm

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This post will be a bit long, but I need to present the information in order to get advice or help.

I've been working on rebuilding my 1918 engine for almost a year, as money and time would permit. It was a mess......everything but the block, flywheel and crankshaft needed replacement. The engine itself was finally assembled and then the...

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Scott, Erik Barrett aligned the pan for me while I was visiting so I know it's straight.

Everything should line up when installed this time and yes, I was close to tearing my hair out. When everything looks, smells and feels right, it's usually right. This is one of those screwy things that just doesn't answer to logic.

I'll be checking my...

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Tue Mar 26, 2019 11:12 am
Lowering top on Depot Hack

Last post by perry kete « Tue Mar 26, 2019 10:22 am
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by Oldav8tor » Mon Mar 25, 2019 6:55 pm

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My friend is considering building a Depot Hack but has height issues with his garage door. He saw this on Youtube where a fellow hinged the uprights on his hack body so the top could be dropped more than a foot. With this arrangement it would fit in the garage or a enclosed trailer. Anybody ever seen this done? Any idea what the hinges look like?...

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You line the hack up with the door, back that sucker up about two hundred feet and put it in high gear. The first time you go into the garage it may be a little rough but after that it will fit every time. :shock:

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Last post by perry kete
Tue Mar 26, 2019 10:22 am
Can't decide. Sight glass, dip stick or leave it alone.

Last post by Burger in Spokane « Tue Mar 26, 2019 10:16 am
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by Spade » Fri Mar 22, 2019 9:25 pm

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Checking the oil on the 1923 Fordor is not bad but isn't getting any easier at 77 years of age. I can't decide on the oil level modification I want. I had just about decided on the dip stick until I saw the new Mac's Catalog with the sight glass. But is the sight glass strong or will it break easily. What do you use?

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I think I know someone who has a spare .... :lol:

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Last post by Burger in Spokane
Tue Mar 26, 2019 10:16 am
1919 Roadster TT

Last post by Tom Hicks « Tue Mar 26, 2019 7:11 am
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by D.Yoder » Mon Mar 25, 2019 10:46 pm

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Some wood needed :x

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I look forward to a LOT more pictures. I really like the dash (?) following the line of the steering column. Do you have an overall plan for what the final product will look like, or do you design as you go along?

Looks GREAT so far!

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Last post by Tom Hicks
Tue Mar 26, 2019 7:11 am
Pulled Nuthin’ Special out

Last post by D Stroud « Tue Mar 26, 2019 2:16 am
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by Powerwagonmaniac1 » Sat Mar 09, 2019 2:27 am

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Well finally got my new shop leak free. Rich and I brought Nuthin’ Special back to its new home. Now Carston, Rich and I can get it ready to tour this season. We are talking about doing a run up to Timberline lodge on Mount Hood this summer.

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Chris, what has Clayton been up too? I haven't seen him post for quite awhile. Dave

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Last post by D Stroud
Tue Mar 26, 2019 2:16 am
Sand Blasting a Model T

Last post by Greg Griffin « Tue Mar 26, 2019 12:56 am
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by Mike Robinson » Mon Mar 25, 2019 1:47 am

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I am getting ready to prepare my 26 Roadster Pickup for new paint. Does anyone have a recommendation on what media would be best? Sand, glass beads ect. I have been told sand can damage the metal and warp panels. The local powder coating shop said they do car bodies using sand without any problems .I don’t want to get this wrong and destroy a nice...

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Mike, look up dustless blasting . As others mentioned, it is sandblasting with water. Cannot overheat anything. I had my roadster body stripped (of fiberglass!) this way and no damage whatsoever to any panels, even where they were thin from rust. (That fiberglass concealed alot of sins. I used up my upholstery and top budget on body work.) I...

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Last post by Greg Griffin
Tue Mar 26, 2019 12:56 am
Dash pillar bracket

Last post by D.Yoder « Tue Mar 26, 2019 12:14 am
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by D.Yoder » Mon Mar 25, 2019 11:12 pm

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Larry, Are they 5 or 6 bolt?

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Tue Mar 26, 2019 12:14 am
Led head Lights

Last post by KWTownsend « Mon Mar 25, 2019 8:43 pm
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by modeltmick » Mon Mar 25, 2019 8:28 pm

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anybody have any feedback about how well they work on a t and part numbers

thanks
Mike Seibert

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Michael-
Here is an ongoing discussion:

Which bulbs depends on your voltage, if you want single power, double power, warm white, bright white, etc.

: ^ )

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Last post by KWTownsend
Mon Mar 25, 2019 8:43 pm
A few more items I just got with the 3 T'S

Last post by Original Smith « Mon Mar 25, 2019 7:09 pm
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by FATMAN » Mon Mar 25, 2019 11:04 am

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The ammeter and combination oil gauge no idea for what cool for a speedster with pressurized oil system
a set of new 30 x 3 and 30 x 3 1/2 Lester tires still in brown paper and soft stored in heated building
some nice top bow sets early style with oval bows
Bob
any idea when the reinforced oil pan inspection plate was used
more pics to follow

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Bob: You are fortunate that your dad was in this business before you were born. I've seen this happen many times. You have roots, and people know this.

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Last post by Original Smith
Mon Mar 25, 2019 7:09 pm
Replacing a Valve Part 2

Last post by Roz « Mon Mar 25, 2019 6:41 pm
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by Will_Vanderburg » Mon Mar 25, 2019 4:02 pm

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Opened it up and the number three exhaust valve was broken in half. It had two-piece valves. No scoring to the cylinder but there were some small dents in the piston head.

No part of the valve was in the cylinder whatsoever, so it must have blown it out or pulverized it.

Replaced all the exhaust valves for now and will leave the intakes for...

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That broken piece of valve that was missing may have gotten under the intake valve and bent it. I would check compression on #3.

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Last post by Roz
Mon Mar 25, 2019 6:41 pm
Driving a truck

Last post by otrcman « Mon Mar 25, 2019 6:24 pm
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by Steve Jelf » Fri Mar 22, 2019 11:11 pm

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Along with farming, Dieter Mitchell does mechanical work. He just finished getting a TT running for some folks who want to use it as a parade truck, and I went over to take a look.

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The cab is recent, probably made in the sixties or seventies, but whoever built it used glass so old that it's wavy.

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The...

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I wonder if that wavy glass is some sort of safety glass or just plane sheet glass ? My natural aversion to seeing my own blood would insist on knowing for sure.

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Mon Mar 25, 2019 6:24 pm
April 5th Portland Oregon Auto Swap Meet

Last post by Dennis Prince « Mon Mar 25, 2019 5:22 pm
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by Willie R » Mon Mar 25, 2019 2:01 am

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Is there usually much T stuff at this meet ? More or less than the Bakersfield meet ? All info appreciated..

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I always fine a number of things that I can't live without. The swap meet at the race track usually has some good stuff as well. We camp at the race track and even if you don't find what you are looking for it is very entertaining, always worth the effort.

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Last post by Dennis Prince
Mon Mar 25, 2019 5:22 pm
26/7 toruing rear floorboards

Last post by Jim Eubanks « Mon Mar 25, 2019 3:16 pm
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by Jim Eubanks » Mon Mar 25, 2019 8:54 am

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Could someone please post pictures and measurements of a set of 36 touring rear floorboards. Are they two piece, each one half of the width? How are they fastened down. I have always thought they ran side to side and recently read a reference about them being two piece if that is correct.

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Thanks Dan, I see I even saw the original postings on this. I had forgotten but sure makes sense for two and one to pull up for the battery.

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Mon Mar 25, 2019 3:16 pm
Rocky mountain brake question

Last post by Original Smith « Mon Mar 25, 2019 10:20 am
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by FATMAN » Sun Mar 24, 2019 12:12 pm

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On the original Rocky Mountain brakes for 1909-25 are the cast drums a lot heavier and one piece compared to the repro's, Bob

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Look closely at the photo Dan posted of an original ad. They say Rocky Mountain Steel Products, L.A. The first series reproductions don't say that. Each band has two cams riveted to the band. If someone was serious about installing them, they could be made. Everything from the rear end to the front is Bennett, and were not designed to work with a...

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Last post by Original Smith
Mon Mar 25, 2019 10:20 am
The Power of Saving Things.

Last post by RustyFords « Mon Mar 25, 2019 8:46 am
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by James_B_NC » Sun Mar 24, 2019 12:07 pm

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Went to go send my rims and hubs off the other day to get them rebuilt and started hunting for a box to ship them in. Out in the shop, I had my radiator box saved to knock down flat (glad I didn't) for something to lay on when working on a car.

Found that it held all four rims side by side, so I wrapped them up, placed the hubs in the middle of...

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I inherited, from my father and grandfather, the habit of saving every fastener that I came across. I even canibalize things like old appliances for fasteners before taking them to the recyler. I started out using jars for storage. Then my stash got too big for jars so I bought a set of used plastic bins at a garage sale. I found myself dumping...

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Last post by RustyFords
Mon Mar 25, 2019 8:46 am
For Those With Large Feet and Small Pedals

Last post by spadpilot « Sun Mar 24, 2019 11:36 pm
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by Henry K. Lee » Sat Mar 23, 2019 7:32 pm

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Dave had a special request on some items for his Speedster. When he told me he had a size 14 shoe and small early pedals..., WHAT? So back to the cob webs from years past in an adapter which works very well. My own cars all have 26/27 modified pedals for safety and comfort.

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Two machine screws attach and lock it to...

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Pointy toe shoes/boots are great for Model T reverse pedals and gittin' them caca-roaches in the corners!

Cheers,
Dave

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Sun Mar 24, 2019 11:36 pm
Rare Earth Magnet Flywheel Magneto

Last post by Nv Bob « Sun Mar 24, 2019 11:19 pm
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by JWalters » Tue Feb 05, 2019 12:13 am

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By Bill Stipe on Friday, January 21, 2011 - 09:45 pm:

I used rare earth cylindrical magnets they are under the keepers. Works out great at first I was worried because I thought it put out too much voltage but the coils only use what’s needed to fire them. I have been running 2 summers now and the coils are fine.

By Bill Stipe on...

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I sure be interested in one

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Sun Mar 24, 2019 11:19 pm

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