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A while back I saw a post where someone had a link to the home made headlight rim removing tool (the good one), but I cannot find it now that I want to make this tool.
Could someone please guide me on this issue?
Thank you!

Until I get it running I need to push the T in and out of the garage for additional room. I noticed it's hard to push, like really hard. I jacked up 1 rear wheel to check brakes and I noticed the wheel moves easily. I can hear the driveshaft is engaged with the trans and of I move the tire, it sounds like gears turning. I know it's not in gear...

My much anticipated visit to Plano is about to happen.

I will be in Plano for the month of February and would like to meet and 'chew the fat' with any members thereabouts, or maybe join a club meeting or club run during the time I am there.
I don't mind travelling a couple of hours too.

Please send me a PM if you might be near by.

A happy new...

After having browsed eBay and this sites classified, it turned out that I could find one to a good price just 10 miles from home. So no need to import from US, shipping and customs fees and what have you.

But taking it apart for renovation, it seems I'm missing some parts and browsing the vendors catalogs I se not many kits for restoring Kingston...

Happy New Year.

As you know, it has been an ongoing subject for decades that the true colors of the Model T are, basically, a mystery. Here is a color “autochrome” photograph taken of Mark Twain in 1908 and a frame from the first color movie from 1902 by Edward Turner. Why then, are there no period photos taken of Model T’s back when they were...

Anyone have ideas how to tighten the encircled nut.
It is 5/8 across the flats and a normal -marked.jpg 5/8 end wrench is very ackward.
Ron Patterson

I am looking for dimensions for a 1913-14 ford roadster top showing how far the top bows extend above the top irons for all 3 bows and the total length, etc. I looked on the Ford website and couldn’t find anything about roadster tops. I did find the information about 1911 and 1915-17 tops. I am hoping that some of you have the information I am...

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Has anyone installed trailer brakes on a T era camp trailer??. I am looking at a trailer that uses Ford 5 on 5-1/2 bolt pattern. Same as Model A and flathead V-8 era wheels. I will be pulling it with my 27 touring. My car has 21 inch wire wheels. So my thoughts are put 21 inch Model A wheels on the trailer, so the wheels look alike. The Model A...

Now that I'm starting to get into this thing, I know I'll need parts. For certain I need a driver's window and hoses/clamps for the rad.

Which company is best for which parts?
I'd rather have good quality, service and availability over price.

I've seen these on a quick Google search:
Chaffin's
Lang's
Mac's (have their paper catalog)
Snyder's...

I don't own a Ruckstell and here a lot of people talk about hill climbing and I'm just curious, can a Ruckstell get me up a hill a normal T couldn't get up?

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Happy New Year! --at 12:34am.

My '25 came with a few boxes of parts. Some I know and some I don't do I'm hoping the forum can help.

This is a random switch.

What do these fit? Are they for a 1925 Fordor?
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Hello, I have a 1927 Model T coupe. I have been through all the part companies web sites and a complete Bendix starter drive seems to be no longer available. If this the fact, I need to change the gear myself and cannot figure out how to remove it from the shaft. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks
Joe

I'm sure not many of us collect these, but they are similar to the Ford Service Bulletins, same format etc. The binder is also similar to the service bulletins, but says Ford Sales Bulletin. The first issue is Saturday April 5, 1913, and the last issue is Saturday July 29, 1916. I could sure use that first issue! They aren't as interesting as the...

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I’m finally getting around to restoring my HCCT. I’ve owned it for probably 12 years now and with needing to restore a couple sets of coils this winter I figured now is the time. I thought some of you might like to see some pictures during the restoration process, plus I’m going to have questions!...

Can anyone identify this piece looks carburetor? ?? threads in both ends
might be something else I just found some nos ones,Bob

Today, my son and I drove my 1927 coupe 20 miles and used 1.75 gallons (11.3 mpg). It was 40 F. There were no steep hills. I have 150 miles on the coupe.

How do the sparks plugs look and what do you think of the mpg?

I cam across this device amongst a pile of T parts. Can anyone confirm it is actually off, its manufacturer a T and what is its purpose is. The 3 bolt holes on the drive gear end appear to line up with a T Generator housing? Just curious. Your thoughts please?

Looking for best place to get new rear axle keys for my TT truck. Or correct size thanks all

Hello everyone,
As some of you will be aware, I was missing in action for the past few years, and due to this, my website has suffered too.
It's been a difficult few years for me, going through a divorce, but fortunately it's all worked out good in the end.

One of the functions I noticed that had failed on my website was the Guestbook.
While I...

I pulled the exhaust and intake manifolds off as part of a check and clean up on my T. The front waterjacket plug looks good. It looks like there has been some trouble keeping the center plug in place. The rear one has me a bit concerned as it looks like it has been leaking through a small pinhole.
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How...

Need to clean these parts. What's the best and easiest cleaning method to use at home?
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Triple Gear Pins push out towards the magnets - Right?

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So yesterday I took the brave step and entrusted my Model T in the hands of my sister, Zoe. This is technically only the second time she's driven it, and a few reminder pointers were needed! I'm pleased to say everything went well, she did great, and I captured it all on video... enjoy! :D

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Hi All. I have what I think is a complete set of KW Road Smoother accessory shock absorbers. The rears seem to be pretty self explanatory as to how they mount and operate but I am unsure as to how the fronts are installed. Does anyone here have a set on a car they can photograph or any original sales brochures or information? These will hopefully...

Betsy, my 1924 Model T, turns 100 years old this coming January, 2024 (her engine was assembled on January 15, 1924).

Today I sent in the paperwork and $5.00 fee to the HCCA to get her 100 year plaque. I already have one on my 1912 Flanders.

Trying to help a friend find a suitable distributor for his dual spark 4 cylinder engine. I have a cap that was used on 1929 Graham, 1929 Kissel and 1928-29 Studebaker. This cap was also used on dual spark model T Fords with Rajo and Frontenc and other speed heads. Question is, what Delco distributor did they use? He can modify the cam to 4...

For you Model T racing guys there is a great article in the February 2024 Hemmings Classic Car about Charles Montier and his Model T in the 1923 Lemans. Lots of excellent pictures also.

I bought the coupe in 1954 from a farmer in North Dakota when I was a junior in high school. My dad and uncle helped get it running. I ran it off and on until I left for college. It was then stored at various locations in North Dakota, Minnesota and Iowa for the next 61 years until my grandson and I started to restore it in 2020. It was stored...

What would be a fair price for a nice 1916 complete horn switch?

Attempting to figure out metric tube sizes - 760 x 90 is 24 (30x3) - didn't locate the 23 (30 x 3.5) on the web site. What stem hardware is available ?

Not sure if this is a widely known book in the Model T world but my daughter bought it for me at a used book store. It was published in 2008 and she got it for 10.00. Not bad.

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Hi All. Last night I happened upon the movie It Happened One Night, on Turner Classics. With Clark Gable and Claudia Colbert. 1934. They hitchike and get picked up by a 1926-27 Touring. What fun to see the car (same as mine) driving all around!

A 1924 I'm working on now has an Engine Serial Number that dates it to an April 29, 1924 Made Date.

The numbers are not uniform in line or density which suggests a new engine block from the Ford Plant.

The block also has an Engine Casting Circle that suggest a 10 - 10 - 26 Casting Date.

Would that be rather late for having a casting date?

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I came across this yesterday and thought I would post it here. If you are in Wisconsin around Manitowoc or Sheboygan and are in need of a nice Model T shelf, this might be what you are looking for. Looks to be in good shape, link to the ad below.

What material was originally used to back interior cloth in a closed car?
I've read about people using all kinds of things from aluminum, modern panel board, to plastic.
The package tray was cloth on steel or wood board. But what about the sides?

Does anyone know of any better top-installation videos other than the one made by the lady at Classtique a number of years ago? It’s so bad (sorry) and hard to watch. The black fabric in a dark garage videoed with a dirty lens on the cell phone…. I’ve watched it a dozen times and read the instruction sheet way more times than that as I push my way...

Is there a video or written description of how to properly put a two man top up and down?

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I came across this device that I was not able to identify today. Can anyone here help identify what it does and if it actually Model T or perhaps Fordson Tractor?

I am new to Model T and to MTFCA, having just bought a 1926 coupe out of 30+ year storage last month. I am going through it system by system before i try to run it. Electrics all sorted/checked out, and i tested the starter (on the car). It turns the engine just fine, but makes a clattering sound when engaged. I pulled the bendix cover and watched...

The interior cardboard like material in a touring car is called cowboard to my knowledge.
Im interested in where you can buy a similar material today
My car does not have any.
What have you used? Where did you get it?
Thanks!

Thought I would share some pictures of the coil box that will be going on the Delivery car. I opted for a Kingston repo box that takes the later coils. I used the LMF Cherry stain and a Cognac to darken it up and give it a little more color. I finished it with 5 coats of Helmsman clear gloss
Thanks to Rich Bingham for some guidance. I still have...

Have you seen this video by Tom Stanton? He builds a hand-cranked generator, from scratch, that is remarkably like the Model T 'Mag'. Fascinating.
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Valve cover retainers
On the 26 motor did they use bolts or studs to hold the side cover on ?

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Hello,

I am having some starting issues with my T. I bought the car and it was in static storage so some of the backstory is unknown. After changing all fluids ect I am trying to chase down the starting issues but am running out of ideas. Engine cranks, wants to catch but won’t . If I jump it with 12v, it usually fires right away, does a slight...

If you have a picture would you post it here.
Steve is missing his best bud.

Interesting. Was perusing Facebook and saw this ad.

Here’s a wrecking yard photo taken supposedly in 1918.
There are suppose to be 2 men some where looking around according to the photo caption.
At first it seems like a flood photo but don’t think so.
Would love to have seen that back in the day!

Looking closely at it it’s pretty close to 1918 or not much older than that.

If I recall correctly, Vern Campbell used to manufacture what he claimed was a reproduction Exhaust Pipe that was made exactly to the factory prints. Did anyone take over his manufacturing of these, -or are the others available from vendors correctly shaped too?

TIA

I couldn't be more pleased with all the wonderful things, cards and Emails from friends from all over. I thought I should share these two gifts with my friends here.
First is the lighted sign my 13 years old Grandson made for me.
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Second is the YPC hat badge my daughter had made for me. She also found fabric we can make a hat out of....

Went pretty much as planned. Had 1 wheel strap come loose a few miles from the pick up point and luckily we checked before we got on the parkway.

It came with the original wood the PO had saved all these years and a few boxes of parts.

I'll probably ask many questions about the spares it came with and what to do to get it roadworthy.

Getting a...

A slightly different post today...

You may have seen an earlier video I published, originally filmed in 1911, showing a 1910 Ford Model T conquering Ben Nevis in Scotland.
(Watch it here: )

Using a beautifully detailed modification to the well known computer game Grand Theft Auto V , in the form of a 1910 Ford Model T touring car, I've attempted...

I need help from someone who has a Kelsey demountable wheel. I'm doing some research related to the design of reproduction rims and need to know the width of a Kelsey felloe. I suspect they are narrower than the typical Ford or Hayes but don't have one to check. In case you're unsure what to measure, I've attached a drawing. To make the...

Just got my registration app for the 14th annual Marietta, Ohio swap meet on March 2, 2024!
This one day swap meet is always a good one, with a lot of model T and A parts, new and used. Nice heated building, lunch provided by the ladies of the Country T & A club. Nolting’s Transmission Drums, Coil Dr. Brent Mize with the License Topper Lady Nancy...

Has anyone seen one before. I'm looking for a pair of these.

Are aluminum heads strong enough to screw two bolts into the spark plug holes and use them to lift the engine from the Model T chassis?

This aluminum head is the older R. G. Reeder High Head.

Has anyone tried this arrangement with success?

My 1915 Canadian Model T has 30x3.5in front tires, correct for a Canadian 1915. Question is, are the rims the same as the T's with 30x3in front tires?
Thanks in advance,
David

Allow me to wish everyone and your families a very Merry Christmas this Christmas Day, 2023. Jim Patrick

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We just finished our video of a day trip with the T. We went to the little town of Shirly Arkansas. about 30 miles from us. highlights include back country driving to see the Chimney Rocks formations. They were a popular scenic attraction from the early 1900s till in the 50s 60s era. Today they are not well known and hard to find if you do not...

I have what looks to be a good narrow T transmission brake drum. What’s the best way to check for cracks besides having it magna fluxed. I heard you can use lacquer thinner on a cleaned up drum and it can cause a crack to show up. Thoughts?

I am working on my 26 speedster project and the only thing i need to do before assembling the rear end is shorten the drive shaft (I am running a Muncie auxiliary transmission and special drop brackets that move the axle behind the rear spring)

I have been doing a lot of thinking about how to do this so the center of the universal joint is...

I was gifted a complete 27 chassis with Vaporizer carb. Of course I’ll be using a regular Holly carb after I look over the engine. What’s the best way to knock out a hole between the cylinders for the carb rod ?

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In 1947 Clara Ford sent this letter to a friend, writing about the loss of her husband and first Christmas without him. I've long thought this letter touching and poignant.

Click on the link below for the three and a half minute video:

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I hope everyone has a Merry Christmas, and the joy of...

Claude Jockman has passed away..... Please give the family some time.

What oil should I use in my fip top oilers on my 1927 coupe?

Was someone on here looking for lifters saying no one had them and didn’t know when they were coming in?
Guy on eBay has them.

I remember that someone had posted a printed drawing of a Model T frame and with body measurements within the Forum. Have searched back to 2007 without success.
When a '24-25 T is acquired 'in a basket', re-assembly becomes tedious.
Hopefully someone has a handle on those drawings and will share? (Or tell me where to find them.) Thanks!

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I installed new headlight rims on my model T in the restoration process. Now I want to remove them and can’t get them off. I know you are supposed push in and rotate to the left approx. an inch and then they should come off, however they will not budge. Has anyone else had this problem?
Thank you for any replies!

This was my second year in mine with my granddaughter, My daughter joined us this year.
Zumwalt park in O’Fallon, MO puts on a nice show for $15.00/ car.

The timer wiring harness on my 1916 coupelet has seen better days so I decided to replace it. I ordered a new harness for a supplier and found the harness to be 2-3 inches to short. I ordered another from another supplier and found the same issue. From 1909 to at least 1916, there is a small brass clamp that secures the harness to the dash and 2...

To all Happy New Year. And Happy Holidays.
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I realize this is a bit of a contentious topic, but I would like to put it out there just the same.
Question is, whether to add Babbitt to the sides of the rear main bearing saddle on the upper (block) side. One school of thought argument against is that in order to get the Babbitt to stick you should tin the cast iron. Because this area is oil...

THE WAY I HEARD IT

ON THE IMPORTANCE OF BETTER DRIVING
Back in May 1932, a sixty-one-year-old handyman named John Thompson was tinkering in his garage when he had himself a Eureka moment-a self-centered idea that would virtually eliminate bad driving. In those days, bad driving was commonplace, and US auto- makers weren't sure what to do about...

Most of the mechanical innovations that we see today had been introduced by 1906, albeit often in primitive form. Carburation, wet-cell batteries, roller-bearings, to name a scant few. But reliability had largely not been achieved. Having a mechanic on-board was still fairly necessary in many cases.

I believe Henry Ford changed that with his...

I’ve looked through my front spring perches to find two pairs for a friend. It I found this 5th from the left with a larger thread diameter. The shank diameter is the same as all others but their smaller thread diameter is uniform….
Non Ford supplier ? Anyone else seen this ?

From this photo can tell if it’s Babbitt or bronze?
Tom

Wondering how far can you bore out the main bearing saddles, on not effect the process of pouring Babbitt?
The concern is if you expose the bolt holes the molten Babbitt will leak out

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