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FAQ: New Member Guide to the Forums

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Latest Project - Manhole Cover Tie Rod Bolts

Last post by Erik Johnson « Sat Oct 12, 2019 11:19 am
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by Scott_Conger » Thu Oct 10, 2019 1:10 pm

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A good project while the snow was coming down ;)

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My unrestored May 1917 roadster originally had manhole cover oilers in the king pins and tie rod bolts.

However, the manhole covers are steel and not knurled.

I replaced the king pins and tie rod bolts because they were worn out but I still have them in my possession.

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Last post by Erik Johnson
Sat Oct 12, 2019 11:19 am
NEED Help in Locating some items for my NYPD MODEL T TOURING

Last post by Steve Jelf « Sat Oct 12, 2019 8:01 am
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by avent40 » Thu Oct 10, 2019 9:40 pm

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Hi, I need some assistance in locating some items for my 1922 Ford Model T New York Police car. Every season I like to change my display. I belong to a antique car club and like to do fundraising for charities. In the spring of 2020 I will have a new display which will a New York City Police car and I did a lot of research and need a 1920s...

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I was on the lookout here at Hershey for you, but all the cop car lights I saw were 1940's and later. Nothing even close to 1923. Ebay is probably your best bet.

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Sat Oct 12, 2019 8:01 am
New Tool

Last post by John E. Guitar « Sat Oct 12, 2019 4:13 am
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by MKossor » Sun Oct 06, 2019 6:16 pm

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New innovative tool makes coil adjusting faster and easier. Sorry, New Forum Gag rule forbids me from describing merits of the new tool or posting photos of it. Folks attending Hershey can see it up close and use it at Chocolate field space C2A 61

Forum participants visiting will also have the opportunity to sign the petition respectfully...

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One of the more senior members in the club here in NSW uses a GPO spring tension gauge to adjust his coils. These were used to adjust relays in the old telephone exchanges.

I wonder if it is something like that?

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Sat Oct 12, 2019 4:13 am
Strictly Model T Humor

Last post by Jugster « Sat Oct 12, 2019 12:36 am
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by Rich Eagle » Fri Oct 11, 2019 6:05 pm

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Sat Oct 12, 2019 12:36 am
Rebuilding starter

Last post by TonyB « Fri Oct 11, 2019 9:49 pm
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by Autie » Thu Oct 10, 2019 8:58 pm

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My question is, during the dis-assembly, a triangle shape, thin piece of what I think is some type of insulator, fell out of the starter housing. I looked in the Model T service book and unless I am missing it, the book does not mention any such type of triangular insulator. Anybody know what I am referring to and if so, where is it placed? Thank...

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That triangle piece of insulation has been on every apparently original I have ever seen. So I believe it to be part of the original design. I bought a couple of sheets of 0.015” thick insulation on the web a number of years ago and cut it to shape on the starters I re-build.

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Fri Oct 11, 2019 9:49 pm
Ideas to remove starter front bushing

Last post by AZTerry « Fri Oct 11, 2019 8:59 pm
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by Autie » Fri Oct 11, 2019 7:55 pm

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Back again! Need suggestion on how to remove the front shaft bushing for the starter. The one pictured in the service book looks like a oversized threaded shaft is screwed into the bushing, then the threaded shaft goes through a plate with a nut on the opposite side to turn, pulling the threaded shaft up along w/the bushing while being held in a...

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The front shaft bushing is the brush end bushing. The easy way to pull it is a 9/16 course tap. Just thread the bushing with the tap and let the end of the tap seat against the blind hole, keep turning and it will pull the bushing right out whether it is babbitt or brass.

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Fri Oct 11, 2019 8:59 pm
buying model T in the Netherlands

Last post by tonny « Fri Oct 11, 2019 4:20 pm
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by tonny » Thu Oct 10, 2019 3:23 pm

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Hello all,
I have a question what is the normal selling price off a late model T car, in compleet condition in the Netherlands or Belgium?
it seems over here all the prices are over the top off is it me ;)
Thanks for the help.

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Hello all,
Thanks for all the advices!! it is just what you say it is at asking price.
that is mayby a good option to go to that meeting thans for the tip Andre.

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Fri Oct 11, 2019 4:20 pm
Where does the driveshaft bushing's groove go?

Last post by DanTreace « Fri Oct 11, 2019 10:18 am
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by Mark Nunn » Fri Oct 11, 2019 7:23 am

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The Babbitt bushing in my torque tube has the grooves on the face for grease distribution. It does not have a longitudinal groove like the bronze bushing.
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Where does the groove go in the torque tube assembly? I borrowed the photos below from Dan Treace's post from 2 weeks ago. They show the groove aligned with the grease cup....

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Mark

Thanks! You can post any photos you wish, once on the forum, free game. :)

Seems like your babbitt bushing may have been a 'spurious' part!

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Fri Oct 11, 2019 10:18 am
Ford Motor neon Porcelain sign

Last post by WayneJ « Fri Oct 11, 2019 8:16 am
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by Barbdras » Fri Aug 30, 2019 12:29 pm

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I’m not sure if anyone can help me but someone told me to turn here for some advice. My father, 91 years old has a Ford Motor neon porcelain sign he wants to sell. We are trying to determine how to sell it and how much it is worth. It is still in a frame. When plugged in it lights up right away. Very good condition. It’s been hanging in his shed...

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Consider posting the link to the auction listing in the classified parts section of the forum. While the auction doesn't appear to have Model T parts per se, the ad might still be of general interest to forum members.

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Last post by WayneJ
Fri Oct 11, 2019 8:16 am
Brake or Break

Last post by rbishop26 « Fri Oct 11, 2019 2:03 am
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by Jugster » Wed Oct 09, 2019 1:01 am

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A couple of years ago, I read in Car and Driver of a 680-mile race between a new Tesla and a century-old horseless carriage whereby the drivers of the latter sustained highway speeds for protracted periods—even at night. Luck wasn't just with those guys, it was bear-hugging them the whole way. Now, on those frequent...

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I used to always get enjoyment when I saw people confuse the spelling of break and brake , especially on the forum.
Now, after reading your extremely entertaining post above, I see that, with the Model T, they eventually mean the same!
Good one Bob! Always enjoy your posts.

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Fri Oct 11, 2019 2:03 am
Steering case position Question

Last post by Allan « Fri Oct 11, 2019 1:04 am
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by lorenzo26 » Thu Oct 10, 2019 9:45 pm

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does the groove go up or down??

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Figure 395 shows the slot at the top, and that is where it is on three columns I checked. A practical reason for this when rebuilding a column is that is the way the rivet holes will line up, the assemblies seemingly individually fitted. Additionally, the long peg which engages in the slot has a direct relationship to the keyway for the pitman...

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Last post by Allan
Fri Oct 11, 2019 1:04 am
No high gear after changing bands and cams.

Last post by Joe Reid « Fri Oct 11, 2019 12:33 am
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by ivaldes1 » Thu Oct 10, 2019 12:03 am

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Hi,

I changed out the bands for Kevlar and replaced the cams and slow speed notch with new ones. I had to take the hogshead off. The car moves in 1st gear but I've somehow lost high gear. What could be wrong?

-- IV

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Sounds like you might need to replace the spring.

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Last post by Joe Reid
Fri Oct 11, 2019 12:33 am
Carb Throttle Rod -- Help!

Last post by PJK « Thu Oct 10, 2019 11:15 pm
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by PJK » Wed Oct 09, 2019 9:45 pm

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I removed an accessory waterpump off my 1922 Touring and ordered a new water inlet. The only problem is that the carburetor throttle rod sits too high on the steering column, and I have no clearance to mount the new inlet. Could one of you wise people advise me how to adjust this?

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Thank you! Rod was reversed. I should have looked for that first.

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Thu Oct 10, 2019 11:15 pm
***1913-1920 Fuel Tank Assembly (Round)***

Last post by VowellArt « Thu Oct 10, 2019 10:32 pm
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by VowellArt » Thu Oct 10, 2019 8:03 pm

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I'm also not quite sure if the Round tank has or does not have a cork cushion like my oval tank does. So if anybody knows for sure that there is such a thing or some type of material used between the tank and the mounting bands, please let me know and I'll add it to the drawing. Also if I've left off some piece that I haven't drawn here, please...

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As far as I know all fuel tanks have interior baffles, but since they don't show and are only on the inside, there isn't much I can do to show them in a drawing unless I make a cross section and the reason I don't is precisely because I don't know where those baffles are either, but I figure there are probably about 3. :)

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Thu Oct 10, 2019 10:32 pm
MTFCA Forum meeting today at Hershey 2pm

Last post by MWalker « Thu Oct 10, 2019 9:45 pm
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by SusanYaeger » Wed Oct 09, 2019 11:07 am

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Meet and greet at 2:00 today Wednesday
Chocolate Field North
C4Q36
Join us!!!

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Michael -- I met you at Chickasha when you were there last time. I hope you can make it next year, which we are told will be the last time the meet will be in Chickasha.

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Thu Oct 10, 2019 9:45 pm
Cracked block -Things that you never expect to find...

Last post by AdminJeff « Thu Oct 10, 2019 9:28 pm
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by AdminJeff » Tue Oct 08, 2019 10:00 pm

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I found a real mag testing unit in all my parts a couple weeks ago and had fun with it today after I got some yellow mag powder in the mail. The flywheel I was going to use had a crack from one of the pins all the way to the center. I have three others that are ok.
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All 4 of my brake drums have...

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Since you got a whole new box of powder, there other places on the block to check. Call me if interested, I'm not into a lot of typing on my tablet. Others may chime in.

Andy

My check was cursory only. The machine shop you recommended did a full mag on the block this time before they bored it today. Not sure why they didn't the first time of...

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Last post by AdminJeff
Thu Oct 10, 2019 9:28 pm
An Updraft Manifold Used as a Downdraft

Last post by Mark Gregush « Thu Oct 10, 2019 8:24 pm
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by TRDxB2 » Thu Oct 10, 2019 6:34 pm

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Stumbled on this photo was wondering if any ever tried it.

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Saw a swamp buggy T that used the same exhaust, flipped the intake over and used standard T carb. The gas tank was mounted up high on the firewall.

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Last post by Mark Gregush
Thu Oct 10, 2019 8:24 pm
Old Magazine Ad

Last post by kmatt « Thu Oct 10, 2019 6:01 pm
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by mywheels » Wed Oct 09, 2019 11:01 pm

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I found this ad in an old magazine from 1922. Imagine winning a new Ford car in 1922! An old farmer gave me a large box of old magazines and newspapers. I love reading them and imagining the people who read them before me.

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Yes Wayne I think the roadster was a model 20 Hupmobile, smaller than a model T. It was many years ago but it kind of reminded me of a shrunken down 1911 model T torpedo roadster.

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Last post by kmatt
Thu Oct 10, 2019 6:01 pm
Sinclair Dinosaur yard art

Last post by TRDxB2 « Thu Oct 10, 2019 5:39 pm
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by Gene_French » Thu Oct 10, 2019 5:22 pm

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Gentlemen :
I am looking for a Sinclair Dino. for use with my yard art … anyone know of a used dino available ?
always an optimist
Gene French

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Two show up on Ebay This includes shipping

Smaller wood one is pickup only in NY

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Thu Oct 10, 2019 5:39 pm
Just an idea

Last post by dunoon « Thu Oct 10, 2019 3:10 pm

by dunoon » Thu Oct 10, 2019 3:10 pm

I haven't put in the interior in my 26 coupe yet. I notice that the battery box is just aft of the drivers door area and easy to get to, while the original way to the battery is climbing forward in the trunk area. Was thinking fo attaching the seat back to the package shield with a couple hinges so to have access to the battery, just remove the...

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Last post by dunoon
Thu Oct 10, 2019 3:10 pm
1927 Coupe Model T Ford Front Seat Back Panel

Last post by StanHowe « Thu Oct 10, 2019 2:31 pm
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by daveclause » Sat Oct 05, 2019 6:44 pm

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Hello, everyone.

I am looking for the seat back panel for the 1927 Coupe. I have checked ekler's, lang's and a few other sites but am only finding them for the roadster.

Is there a manufacturer for this part or do I need to fab one up?

Thanks in advance,
Dave

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My 27 coupe came with the seat back support in pieces, it looks like just a few uprights with some cross pieces. We cut a piece of 3/8 plywood to fit in that space and bolted it in to some existing holes as that was much quicker and easier than trying to make a repro of the factory support. It also seals that area very well and made a very solid...

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Thu Oct 10, 2019 2:31 pm
Kevlar-ing along when the nut dropped into nether regions.

Last post by Scott_Conger « Thu Oct 10, 2019 11:42 am
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by ivaldes1 » Wed Oct 02, 2019 11:35 pm

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So I had my new kevlar bands on and was attempting to put on the last washer and nut on the last band when the inevitable dropped the washer and nut into the nether regions. But have no fear! I had tied a thread to it for just this sort of problem and proceeded to try to fish it out. To no avail! It was stuck. So after several methods of...

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Rather than suggest not to buy from a supplier, why not contact them and let them make you whole?

Chaffins is an absolutely top notch operation and will NOT make a customer eat a bad product.

Besides, if they aren't told, they may have more stock on the shelves that they will inspect rather than duplicate the disappointment.

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Last post by Scott_Conger
Thu Oct 10, 2019 11:42 am
Ford ignition switch frustrations

Last post by john in kzoo « Thu Oct 10, 2019 7:46 am
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by john in kzoo » Wed Oct 09, 2019 11:48 am

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I have the Ford ignition switch on my '15 touring. When placed in the batt position I sometimes, not all the time, have to push/tap the faceplate to get the coils to buzz. I have opened up the switch countless times to crimp/squeeze the brass contacts to make sure I am getting a consistent contact. Still acting up. My next thought is to replace...

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Thanks Guys, I'll give it a good cleaning.....

John

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Last post by john in kzoo
Thu Oct 10, 2019 7:46 am
PICTURES FROM HERSHEY PLEASE!

Last post by perry kete « Thu Oct 10, 2019 7:03 am
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by perry kete » Wed Oct 09, 2019 4:44 pm

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Some day I hope to get to Hershey but I hope someone will post many pictures for all of us who can't be there

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Thank you

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Thu Oct 10, 2019 7:03 am
Wood firewall questions pictures

Last post by Allan « Thu Oct 10, 2019 3:23 am
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by JH1427 » Thu Oct 03, 2019 11:52 pm

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Does this new firewall look correct for a 1919. I have a 21 and would think this one should look closer to that one.
Many questions.
Is the outside edge correct? Seems like the angle to the bevel is greater than it should be.
He has new firewall brackets and should raise this a bit higher.
What are the notches on the sides?
Should there be holes...

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The notches on the side accommodate the hinge rods for the side panels. The notch near the steering column allows clearance for the back of the magneto horn. It is not that shape on our Canadian sourced cars. As well as the top cover/rain gutter, our cars had finisher pieces of thin steel covering the sides of the firewall below the hinge rod...

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Last post by Allan
Thu Oct 10, 2019 3:23 am
Shipping a ton and a half truck....

Last post by FreighTer Jim « Wed Oct 09, 2019 11:32 pm
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by Angmar » Wed Oct 09, 2019 9:58 pm

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Anybody here know of a good reputable shipper that can ship a vintage 1.5 ton truck?

thanks in advance.

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You need to have specifics:

Year - make - model
Running or not
Pick up and drop off zip codes
Actual measured overall length - width - height
Actual curb weight

Outside tire to outside tire measured wheel width front and rear

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Last post by FreighTer Jim
Wed Oct 09, 2019 11:32 pm
Piston Options For “A” Crank T Engine

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

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

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

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Last post by Les Schubert
Wed Oct 09, 2019 10:28 pm
Climbing Hills

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Last post by art32mor
Wed Oct 09, 2019 7:48 pm
Carburettor info

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

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

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

Hank

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

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

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

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

Thanks for posting.

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Last post by Jack Putnam, in Ohio
Wed Oct 09, 2019 5:44 pm
CAR SHOW SPECTATOR DAMAGE

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

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

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

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Last post by mike atkins
Wed Oct 09, 2019 2:01 pm
2019 Model T Nationals - Maryborough Australia

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

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A few photos.

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A few more.

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Last post by John E. Guitar
Wed Oct 09, 2019 5:47 am
Does anyone have a Weidenhoff HCCT or other information?

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

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

Thank you in advance.
Be_Zero_Be

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Bad switch or wiring.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Worth a try, no?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Hello fellow Model T-ers,

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

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Thank you Humble, Erik, and Bob.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Is this normal?
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Thanks!
Matt

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Last post by sboerner
Tue Oct 08, 2019 11:12 am
1926 Coupe Marketing Picture

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Matt

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Last post by Henry K. Lee « Mon Oct 07, 2019 9:22 pm
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by modelt46 » Fri Oct 04, 2019 12:14 pm

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

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

Hank

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

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

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Has a day and time been set ???

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

See earlier post in this thread with more details.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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John,I will keep him in mind.

John

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

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

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

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

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

Last post by Les Schubert « Mon Oct 07, 2019 2:28 pm
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by rgould1910 » Sun Oct 06, 2019 7:07 pm

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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BTT

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

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

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

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

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Last post by samuel pine
Mon Oct 07, 2019 9:12 am
Johns-Manville company

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Problems:

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

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

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

Sounds like 2 different and distinct issues causing 2 problems -

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Greetings Model T Friends!!!

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

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

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

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

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

Info.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Anything planned for 2019? Where and When?

Thanks.

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Got it Keith, thanks.

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

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

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

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

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

LOL

Hank

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Sat Oct 05, 2019 6:17 pm
Auction We Missed!

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

by DHort » Sat Oct 05, 2019 12:47 pm

Please PM me or email dlhort1955@juno.com.

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

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

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

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Neither rain or sleet or snow ...

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Thanks,John

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Thanks

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

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

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

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

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

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

Last post by d stroud « Sat Oct 05, 2019 2:03 am
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by kenhaverhill » Fri Oct 04, 2019 4:47 pm

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

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

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

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

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I found this in a stash of Model T tools I acquired from my aunt. It does not have the bent end that I have seen in Model T tool kits. This is flat with a 1/4 wide notch. Does anyone know what speedometer this is for?
Speedodmeter wrench.gif

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I believe an exact copy of that wrench was made a few years back. Don't remember anything more.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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From Bruce's C-D info:

Cylinder Head

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

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

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

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

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Located in Sparta, Illinois.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

2019 10 2 rayfield ring and pinion 001.JPG

2019 10 2 rayfield ring and pinion 004.JPG

2019 9 23 rayfield of gillette 016.JPG

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Fri Oct 04, 2019 11:38 am

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