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WANTED: 1913-1918 Model T Runabout. Some refer to them also as “roadsters”
Various conditions considered. May consider an excellent and correct touring. No rust buckets!!

Located in St.Louis Missouri,
willing to travel far for a good car.

PLEASE call or text!

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Hi all,
I have the wood framework installed on the Tudor. Is it easier to install the headliner with the wood on or off the car? I can do either way at this point. Thanks for any suggestions or experience you could offer. John

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RELINING ROCKY MOUNTAIN BRAKES - Of course, linings on RMBs are riveted on to the band. I am aware that bonded linings are largely used on modern cars. Is it acceptable to bond a lining on an RMB band with something like JB Weld? That potentially could be much more secure than rivets and easier to assemble. Opinions, experience?

First a special THANK YOU to Ken Buhler for sending me a great paper pattern to go by!

Don't need the work nor do I want work now with bad arthritis, but seeing Jennifer look high and low plus getting screwed over on a body..., Time to step up to the plate so to say. Enjoy the pictures, this is old school power wheel embossing methods....

Was anyone else watching the 1912 Kelly Unit Model T truck that was up for Auction in Indiana today? Wad bid up to $8500 but no sale. Buyer reserve was more. The family has a 3 generation of ownership. They didn't change a thing on it, but used in in parades, etc. Looked to be pretty original with a May 1912 engine casting number. Hopefully it...

I'm working on what appears to be an original condition 1914 steering column. I have noted past forum posts on repairing the brass two-piece gear sets riveted to capture the spark and throttle rods. I don't recall anything being said about the gear case being soldered to the lower portion in addition to the rivets employed. I believe you can see...

24 Coupe and the starter isn't working. The person who i bought it from had said he tried to weld the bendix but wasn't confident in the repair. It has worked for 8 months but now it doesn't. I'll investigate and see if i can do anything but which one of you guys fixes / rebuilds / sells starters?

I am in the process of rebuilding my large drum Ruckstell axle. I will be reassembling the driveshaft soon with the Fun Projects modern pinion bearing assembly. After reviewing the instructions, I have a couple of questions:

1. The instructions state to dip the roller cone bearing in rear end grease before placing it onto the driveshaft. It later...

What type of Rotor is this?

Timer linkage installation, does the linkage go into the timer from the front with the cotter key toward the block or come in from the back with the cotter key on the radiator side? I am making new linkage that goes under the radiator lower hose. The old linkage that was on it from 50 years ago was too short, so the...

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This video is about 90% accurate:

Maybe?
I don't recall seeing this one before. I don't know for certain if it is in Idaho or not, however, the Pocatello Electric Supply suggests that it might be?
This was shared on the AACA forum last night.

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The Ford scripts on the radiators coupled with low necks suggest the model Ts are likely 1909 to 1910. All...

I'm having difficulty shaping round gas tank brackets. I purchased a dumbell weight about the right diameter thinking I could cut it down to size on a lathe but the cast iron is so hard to cut I've given up on the idea. Any suggestions would be appreciated.

I guess I'm not able to say no when it comes to Coupelets! This one just landed in my garage two weeks ago. It is a 1919 pillerless coupe (some call it a Coupelet) that was manufactured on January 16, 1919. Some might say that this car is a 1918 Coupe, but the sales literature dated April 1, 1919, clearly states that in 1919, the coupe had plate...

I'm about to start listing stuff on ebay - iron. Plan is to strap to a pallet - now that yellow freight is gone what companies are out there and do you know what they cost?

Hello fellow Ter's Asking for an 80 + friend in the middle of a busy intersection lost his back wire wheel & a good tow driver helped him out. He was just able to pull the studs back out with pointy nose pliers & got him on his way with a she's right mate. The question is HOW are the studs held into the safety hub cheers Warwick.

Hi flow aluminum intake manifold... anyone have any experience with one? Pros/cons? 20230728_234734.jpg

Want to take a drive to look at this TT(?). Looks to have a 26-27 trans with coils on the cowl? The lever by the seat, is that a two speed? Neat looking, not your standard body.

I have a couple of the smaller Timing Gear Cover alignment tools that pilots off of the seal area around the camshaft. I am needing an accurate dimension of the boss where Commutator/Timer pilots into. The issue I have at the moment is I am trying to get a vehicle ready for use this Saturday and I do not have an extra seal, and getting one ordered...

I have a drawing for an earlier firewall that id like to use to make my 1914 touring conversion from.
My (pickup's) firewall is square but I'm wondering if it should be slightly tapered toward the top as the 1911 print shows? there is no telling what replacement/repairs have been made on this beauty.

I plan on using the print dimensions where I...

Starting a new project Anyone who has restored a four door I would like some input I have new wood that came with the car. I know I will need the trim piece that goes around the top. I have the windshields and doors motor and 98% of the parts I plan on a ground up restoration. This is my third T Just finished a 24 touring this year. See the...

I have the RMB's phone numbers but does anyone have his E-mail address? I know he has one but I can't find it in my files. If you don't want that information posted, just send me a private message or E-mail through this forum.
Thanks.

We are putting a 1913 back together after clutch replacement. Facing the dreaded hood latch installation, my friend Michael had an idea for a tool to assist, and a great one it was! He made it out of a $10 pair of Harbor Freight vise grips and a flat washer. About five minutes later, all the latches were in. Even the one right next to the...

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I run a RAJO BB head in my centerdoor. Recently, when going up steep hills, I can feel the clutch slip when I really give it the gas. If I back-off a little, the slipping stops. The car is due for a 10-year engine breakdown/check, so I would like some advice from those of you who run an OHV in your Model T, what type of clutch do you...

My 12 touring has a brass plate stating manufactured by the American Trimming Co. on it. I have never seen one before and anyone I talk to has never seen one before ether. I know they painted, trimmed and made body's for several car companies. I believe they went out of business or changed direction around 1923. So how common are the plate....

Has anyone running 12volts installed a backup camera that works?

This is about 5 miles west of Interstate 79 and 15 miles north of Interstate 80.

I have never seen this car but I know the owner's brother in law.
He said the engine was rebuilt by Kevin Prus.

I think it was about 10 years ago, maybe more but someone at Chickasha was making a bottom panel with the troughs already formed that you could weld, after a little work, onto a later teacup pan to give the appearance of a one piece pan. Anyone know whom that was? I’m looking for one to do just that. Any help is greatly appreciated.

Best John

High all,
I am planning to install a Atwater Kent distributer on my 1924 T and was wondering what is the best grease to use in the gear
Case where it meets the timing cover? I was thinking maybe John Deere corn header grease. Any thoughts? Thanks

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Dropped another video onto youtube for you guys. 1911 engine, rebuilt by me about 2008/2009. This is start #2. If you think you know how this is possible drop a note in the comments - old guys please don't spoil it for the ones guessing, could be some interesting answers!

Anyone have any information on an engine rebuilder W L Kirk san Gabriel CA?
Trying to help someone out here...

Good morning! I had to put out this dispatch in regards to the BEST new car tour on the east coast which occurred yesterday, June 29, 2023 at the Stone Gables Estate in Elizabethtown, PA. Put on by one of the 'young guys' in the Hobby, this pre-WWII tour was organized by Nick Sieber with help of family and friends. Check out the tour website here...

Is there a way I can quick test coils?

I run across several Model T coils at flea markets and antique shops.
Is there a way to quick test them?

Thanks

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Just looking for opinions, based on these pictures would you repair or replace this generator? I don't know the history of this car, I purchased it this past November not running. It is running now but the generator has no output. I noticed that the ammeter needle was laying at the bottom of the meter and when I took it apart the needle had melted...

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In the midst of parade season. I noticed when driving to the parade my brakes are crisp and work fine, by the end of the parade, the brakes feel really soft and I ended up using the hand brake a few times. What could be the problem or is that normal?

I am running Rocky Mountain Brakes in addition to the standard equipment.

This was a collector cards promotion run in the 90s. I came across two of these albums with all the cards in a second hand shop in Kiama on the weekend.

I wonder where that car is now?

On 27 July, 1917 Ford introduced the TT.

Cheers to Ford trucking for 106 years! :) (The picture below is from 1926).

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I recently completed a coil project for a ‘13 T. The owner has a Heinze box but wanted KW style coils. So four fresh wood boxes in the form of Heinze but KW points and coils. This is a great option for touring. Use the KW’s for touring and keep the Heinze for show.

David Woods
Williamston T Works (Facebook)

I have this high compression low head on my 14 roadster. I'm wondering what make it is. My 11 has a factory Ford head on it and doesn't perform nearly as well. I'd like to find another one of these heads
Thanks
Ken

I bought a new, Atec 3100A smart battery charger recently, that I would like to highly recommend. It automatically determines what voltage the battery is and charges it fast. It even told me I had the contacts reversed. I was able to charge two 12v batteries today that I was unable to charge with my old charger. I got mine from eBay, but they are...

Hi all. As the subject says, I'm trying to figure out what to get for my 27 Tudor headliner. Any suggestions/experiences would be welcome. Thanks in advance. John

Two years ago at the Tulare swap meet showing the FACT coil tester and I’m very innovative person came by and told me how he adjust the coil spring. Based on the information that he told me I finally built my own:
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Modified Knipex Wrench part number 86-03-150

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I'm installing a WOSP starter on the Speedster and thought I'd check with anyone here that's installed one; Do you have oil slingers on your flywheel, and did you have any problems or interference with the WOSP starter and the slingers? If so, how did you resolve it?

Here's a pic looking into the starter mounting hole - you can see the ring gear...

Following all the instructions with the light bulb and analog meter etc. but not comfortable with this meter yet so not sure if I'm reading it correctly.
Please help.
I think I'm seeing 8v @ idle, 16v moderate rpm, 19 fastest rpm.
Sorry about the orientation but it's the only way they would load.
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These came together with a Livingston radiator cap. Are the rockers Rajo? Thank you!

I'm probably going to be asking some questions so I thought I would start a new thread.
This is what we're talking about here:
Doing one video a week if you want to follow along.

Found 18awg brass safety wire in it - that transmission has never been apart! Very exciting...

Now - question. The mag field coil (you'll see next week) is in near...

I listed these on the AACA and Wayne thinks these might be for Jackson disc wheels, any ideas? Bob
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I purchased rubber seals for my 26 coupe windshield and one of them is described as Windshield cushion rubber 42 - 1-1/4 tall and
on the Lang's web site it says It goes against the bottom of the windshield so that water does not slip underneath the bottom frame .
Has anyone put one of these on. I assume that it goes on the bottom of the curved...

I have a Question: I am working on restoring my switch plate for my 1924 Touring, the back side terminal cover is this one on the left, it uses tabs that are folded back onto the piece to hold it together. It also has 6 terminations.

Because I still do not have this project done, I have decided to use different switch assembly that I have,...

I have a 26 Touring Car ….
It has 30x3 1/2’s right now ,,but I have a set of 5 wires & hubs ….My problem is ,,I’m missing on brake drum …
The vender I talked to said “wire wheel “ drums weren’t available ..are Drums the same ,,wood ‘n wire ,,just different hole pattern …?? Yes car has Big Drum rear end …I also have a set of 21” Wood wheels ,,but...

Just received my Neway Valve Seat Cutter. Waiting on a bottle of Dykem Red layout fluid. Hope to get started early next week. I called Neway on the phone to order, and they were very helpful telling me exactly what I needed for the T. I got the 30°, 45°, and 60° cutters. Several good videos on Youtube make it look pretty straight forward, and the...

How does the TT express bed attach to the TT frame? Pictures please.

Here is another set of reproduction irons I need help with. Sizes are written on them. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks Dan
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Going through my Grandfathers thing and found this picture and wondering what kind of car this is.
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Bought a radius rod at Luray. Had a slight bend.

Put it in a vise to straighten it. No dice.

Put my thinking cap on. Took it it outside and put it in the fork of a substantial tree.

Bingo. It’s all about the leverage.

Sometime ago I saw someone was wanting info on using a Chevy2 distributor driven by a gilmer belt. I used a couple of these in the 70s and they worked perfect. I found the boxes, so here is the part information. IMG_6219.jpeg IMG_6220.jpeg IMG_6221.jpeg IMG_6222.jpeg

Although in the past I've acted as a docent, I'm not officially affiliated with the museum in any capacity. I want that to be clear, this is ME acting on an email I received, not in any official capacity for the Museum itself.

That said, I did get the latest issue of The Klaxton , their newsletter, and the solicitation for funds to upgrade the...

Coffee social at my home when the original rear end was installed for me.

Here is a method I've used for years to install an NH on any year. A 1913 is a bit more difficult because of the aluminum manifold. If your car has a new fuel line this is going to be more challenging. I hook up the fuel line to the carburetor before attaching it to the manifold. This removes the work of trying to fit everything. All you have to...

In the interest of furthering this hobby, I'm sharing all my 3D designs and parts I've spent untold hours & days creating over the past couple of years. When I've departed this world, someone can take over and not have to start from scratch.

Starter and generator insulators, Stewart Speedometer gears, starter foot switch washers, Cutout cans,...

One of my coworkers saw this at a show somewhere. Any ideas on what it is?
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WHAT MAKE/MODEL CARB IS THIS ?????????
The secondary flapper is adjustable for a richer or leaner mixture for an idle and or fast running.

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I am working on a 24 Touring. It has a new wiring harness and a new ignition switch. The tailight only comes on when the switch is turned to “on” but not on “dim”. Should it be on in both positions? Thanks, Art

We just bled the Sure-Stop disc brakes on my 1927 coupe. This was a first for my son and me. It went very well with some guidance over the phone from Birdhaven (Bill Devine). He has been very helpful with the brakes and other things involved with my coupe restoration.

The first four photos show bench bleeding the master cylinder. The first photo...

There are 2 trimotors at oshkosh giving rides!

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Tudor update….engine being crated up….headed to get rebabbitted…..about to tear into transmission….not doing a frame off as the car is in tremendous shape, body and frame wise for having been garaged since 1954… the underside is just short of pristine, so I just want to freshen up after cleaning…. I know there are paints that are designated as...

I am happy to announce that I just received a Chaffin’s Garage re-ground 270 lift camshaft along with matching cam bearings.
According to Dave, 30 just arrived at the store last week and so now they’re down to 29…. I went back-and-forth between waiting around endlessly for a new Stipe?…. And ended up buying one of these cams from my good friends...

What are other peoples experiences with finding an auxiliary transmission that has been left out in the elements for a few decades, or nearly a century. Anyone ever find one with oil inside or is rusty water the likely discovery? I have seen some pretty ugly on the outside Ford rear axles that were fine inside.

… a special event called “EVs Then and Now”. This is a rare opportunity to see a gathering of early electric vehicles and the first floor where the business offices of Ford Motor once were. It would be great to see you there.

For details:

If you have been in this game for any length of time, you have heard the old tale of backing up hills to stop fuel starvation many times. I wonder how many who tell that tale have actually done it. I have found Model T backwards steering at more than a crawl so squirrely that I would be afraid of running into the ditch or off a cliff. I would...

This clip was used on the TV series The Fall Guy

Stumbled across this video, great guys, have a look see yourself !

Did the 1913 1914 E&J tail lamp have Ford stamped on the cap?

20230717_090556.jpg Linda and I completed 420 trouble free miles in the 25 Coupe with the MTFCI National tour from Devils Head Resort in the Merrimac Baraboo WI area. Winding scenic roads and steep hills put the 200 plus cars to the test. What a sight to see on the golf course at the resort. I don't like golf but was awestruck at all the beautiful...

Hi all, here's my current challenge... I have a newer exhaust pipe (steel I think) that's 1 1/2 diameter and I discovered (frustratingly) that the new muffler kit I installed today measures 1 3/8 diameter. So I ended up putting the old rusty muffler back on for the time being. Looking for advice on how to figure this out. I'm kinda surprised (but...

I have respoked my steel felloe wheels on my T using a Regan press a friend borrowed me. After carefully reviewing videos to see how this is done, and being mechanically inclined, I proceeded to pursue this job myself. All went well and after installing the wheels I found runout in every one of them. The worst on has a 1/4 Inch on left rear. I...

We’d love to have you join us for the All Ohio Jamboree, Labor Day Weekend 2023 in Grove City, Ohio.
This is the 34th year of fun, fellowship, great food, great driving and of course ice cream!
For more details contact Megan Stauffer-Miller at mstauffermiller@gmail.com.
We hope to see you there!

This will go into the classifieds, and I'm putting it here too in hopes of somebody saving this stuff.

The owner of a pile of Model T parts near Fort Scott KS is moving soon and needs them gone. He will sell them at scrap price to whoever will come and haul them away. I don't remember in detail what's there because I got what I went for and...

I purchased my car last November, 1925 Runabout. It had been sitting on jack stands and had not run for over 10 years. This is the first Model T I've owned so have no experience. After a lot of cleaning, replacing the transmission bands, etc. I finally started the car this week. I was concerned about adjusting for a proper neutral so I have kept...

I ran into a guy at the gas station during the MTFCI Tour in Baraboo, WI. He was looking at the front end of his car and looking perplexed. I walked over and saw this. Gave me chills! He said it began to steer kind of funny and he thought he'd better pull into the gas station to check it out. It was a new tie rod bolt, recently installed. Notice,...

Thanks to Mike Kossor, who noticed my remark that coils don't need to be checked often. He suggested they could get out of adjustment quicker than I thought. So I did some testing.

From my 1915: Of the four coils and a spare, one capacitor tested excellent and four were good. On the coil/dwell test two coils tested good and three were poor, to...

As a bunch of you know, the late Ralph Ricks and I had decided to collaborate on a study of 'pins' and 'bushes' to help the cause. Together we would collect dozens of pins and dozens on bushes and zip tie matched pairs with various quantity and color of zip tie. Only Ralph had the secret code and for me and my end, I had no knowledge of the duty...

Am looking for a restoration/repair shop/mechanic familiar with friction discs drive brass era automobiles.
Within a 250 mile radius from Fort Wayne Indiana.