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Bill,
I found a supply of cotton webbing at my local ACE Hardware. I found the rivet fasteners at Hobby Lobby. I reused the buckle from my old top.

I drove my T to the Father's Day Car Show at Oakbrook Mall. Relatively heavy traffic driving home at 6pm. When those Tesla drivers honk at you, it is not to give you a thumbs up.
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Also at the show was a Lambert:
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And who doesn't love a Metropolitan Taxi:
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I think it’s a 10 cause of how dark the paint is . Must be green.
It may be - but remember that film at that time was color blind and not sensitive to red. That tended to make red go very dark to black depending on the amount of UV light it reflected. I love these old photos. They really make things come to life again.

Martin

I now have a 12 volt battery in my 1915 for the tail/brake lights and turn signals. I was afraid a 12 volt tire pump might draw too much juice from a battery without a generator, but I tried it and it was fine. I still carry a Model T tire pump as a backup, and it still works as it did a hundred years ago. It will blow a tire up to 70 psi, but you...

Ron,

Were you able to make contact with Ted or do you need me to send another message?

Denny

Thanks Tim for the words of advice. Very much appreciated!

Allan,

I like that idea as it is reversible like an archival repair.

My only other thought would be laser welding if you have a suitable specialist nearby, done properly the heat affected zone would be thinner than a pencil line it’s quite remarkable in the right hands, Among other things, have seen cracked expanding reamers welded without...

You could actually use that single contact plug in your double contact socket if you connect only one of the pins to the battery supply, and make sure the shell of the socket is grounded.

You're welcome

I'm glad things went well (that solder flowed nicely, didn't it?)

Jack didn't do the proper research when he had the new style Rocky Mountain brakes made. He used a Bennett equalizer instead of the original Rocky Mountain design. Correct Rocky Mountain brakes use a cable, and a simple equalizer.

Thanks for the photos Dan ! I noticed the modification to the manifold side of the engine picker to clear the Vaporizer carburetor - don't believe mine will do that !

I wouldn't call it a chapter, but the HCCA had the western national tour out of Visalia just south the wine country.

Kenny
Give me a call at my office...after 9am...I cannot locate a message from you either. The great compfuser does not seem to be liking our messages
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Keith, on our RHD cars the swivel end is on the right side of the car, quite near the carburetor. Because of the twisting change in geometry between the control arm on the throttle rod and the arm on the carburetor throttle rod, the swivel end needs to be fitted to the steering column end.

Allan from down under.

Dan,
The next time you get it running you could put a test light on the mag post and see if it is putting out electricity. Should do even if running on battery. If the mag has power than you may have a problem with your wiring harness and/or ignition switch.

A model T that has been asleep for 60 years may have a lot of things that will need...

Happy Father’s Day to you and all the Fathers out there past and present! 8AA69E2F-FCD8-4D1A-9931-AFEA116ECC45.jpeg Bryant

Looks so good I wanna' eat a slice of pie!

Donnie Brown is knowledgeable about Disteel wheels - he 's on here now & then.

There were some 47 star flags made, but they were never an official US flag. New Mexico wanted some 47 star flags made so they could display them until the 48 star flag became official.

There were some official 49 star versions made, but I don't think I ever saw one.

Art Mirtes

Mark

that is a good way...it's the way I cut them and it requires no lapping - the car will run in and form a perfect seal in just a few seconds

I suspect that Edwin may actually have bought a 46 cutter, but in any event, either will work

I have thought that there is a way when removing the transmission cover to make an attachment to be like a tag to go on one of the bolts next to the lock washer large enough to have printing. A message to say, REMOVE KEYS plus FILL CAVITY WITH RAGS , on the tag. It can be added to the bolts that hold down the cover as a reminder. If that is too...

Been asked about Stevens Front Axle tool, so thought I would move this link to video back to the top. Dan

It is always a pleasure to blather about shared interests and other
important topics with friends and visitors.

Scott, I knew you made some parts, didn't see that linked post till now, so didn't know you made that many different parts.

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Congratulations on your retirement, Ashley. I've appreciated your help when I order T parts and wish for you happy times ahead with your
Family.

Keith

Don’t forget this little jewel for $31,000.00! 20FB227D-FB1A-468F-818F-AFB7496D9D96.jpeg

I knew Jim!

What position was the parking brake in before installing the floorboard.

That’s one thing that the parts catalogs the suppliers offer are really good for. It’s a good reason that if you’re getting into ModelT’s the part catalogs can help with information for such as this, identifying parts and etc.

I have a canvas top boot for my tourer On long distance tows I have a tonneau cover which covers all of the cabin. This is fixed in place by the existing side curtain fittings. It keeps wind, rain and prying eyes off the interior. At the back, it goes on over the top boot edge, so the top boot does not belly up in the wind, and ant\y rain is swept...

Thats under $9 each, about par for offerings on the forum. Not much room to make a killing on the ones not wanted.

Allan from down under.

Now, that is a great look at these rare hubs!
Thanks Kim D!

Thought I would give an update, I got the carb on and adjusted it. It definitely has made a difference. For one, when you start it cold just a brief choke and it instantly fires up and absolutely no sputtering until it's warm enough to smooth out. Just a smooth idle out of the gate. It's never done that. I'm not sure about all the claims...

The driver of the roadster pickup in picture 12 needs to climb past the roll of barbed wire, since the drivers door was non-functional. :)

I’m wondering if you have the mixture set to lean. I’ve seen people doing this. I find that i definitely adjust the carb on my 27 (NH) in the middle of rich and lean. Just a thought.

Here's an ad urging Brass T owners to buy some modern fenders for their rattler.

There were two models. One like the one on the trailer at Chickasha where a belt drove the engine block you were burning in. And the other where you could put a whole running engine on to drive the second block you were burning in, as in the shop picture. I suppose if you left a complete running engine there, you could use it to run the line shaft...

I’m in with my ‘16 and my son got his approval for his ‘12 today as well. He mentioned it while we were under his Mustang today replacing a seized fuel pump on his Cleveland. The parts store owner was sympathetic and remarked he had replaced a few in his lifetime.

I have not heard whether my daughter and her family are accepted with their car....

Ok thanks for that
J

Darel, doesn’t the angle that the arms are positioned/cast limit the ability to turn on an early T set up? When I didn’t know anything about early Ts I bought a set of those for about $250 and didn’t discover the difference until I mounted them on an early axle couldn’t get them to work. Unfortunately I also straighten the arms trying to make it...

I have used a piece of steel right angle to make the sticks.

Thank you! Those pictures are incredibly helpful!

I don't think they are directly related. MPG will also be affected by the grade uphill, downhill, level. And it will be affected by the wind speed and direction. Also the weight of the vehicle and load. And will be affected by the condition of the engine. Too many variables.
Norm

I would like to thank everyone who responded to my post.
Right now, the Model T is on the back burner as my wife has been doing chemo for a year now, we are preparing to sell our house, which is a large tri level with a lot of going up and down stairs, and get a smaller one story house, and I have been working on getting my 1936 Packard...

I found this:

“The roof is of the soft type with artificial leather reinforced and padded, making it as durable and substantial as the old fiber board type , and eliminating the possibility of vibration noises.”

The above is talking about the new Sedan coming out in 1923

Ka-CHUNCK!

It was one of Harry Ferguson ideas.

You'll need the rim clamp to be like factory. Plus the shouldered nut on that carriage bolt.

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Will do Scott…. I just purchased what I guess is the deluxe version of the new way cutters, almost $300 with shipping…… I guess I gotta cut out my cigars for a couple of months…lol

I have been playing with ChatGPT and here is the response:
The recommended tire pressure for Model TT Ford tires can vary depending on factors such as load, driving conditions, and personal preferences. However, here are some general guidelines for tire pressure:

1. Front Tires (4.50 x 21): The recommended tire pressure for the front tires of a...

Another topic that needs consideration are the bridge washers. The current reproductions are a joke! The originals were redesigned by Schrader and others at least three times. They are always the same size, and do the same job, but are constructed differently. I've said this many many times. If you wish to make a reproduction part do it correctly,...

I agree Pat 👍 And I receive a lot of “opinion polls” and political fund raisers. They’re both email harvesting to ultimately sell and I won’t give any politician my VISA #, expire. date & security code. Notice none of ‘em give a campaign address for personal checks 😡

Some of the things that gave Ford grief in the first T's and changed designs to be successful for the next 15,000,000, 3 piece lining's per band, con rod dippers, X'ing babbitt and water pump.

Ted Ashman's tinkering tips right side main pic
Is the way I like and used only addition is I put think rubber between the pan and frame.
I can say if you don't the orginal way all 4 bolts figure tight

I had to miss it this year. In the process of moving. Any pictures?

Keep in mind that the valves, particularly the exhaust valves, will run hotter than the block, especially under load. You also need some oil clearance. Being a side valve engine, A Model T gets no help from gravity in getting oil to the valve stems.

If the valves are fit too tight in the guides, you may have issues with sticking exhaust valves....

The car is on eBay for $8,900.

I still say it’s a 1922 cobbled to look like a 16

Thank you sir! Yes, our bridge was the first try bridge before he went on to build the Brooklyn Bridge.

Well done!
For those who don't recall John (Johann) Roebling, he was famous for building the Brooklyn Bridge.

How many times has Don won this thing? Another shot of winning car.

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Andy

Gerrit.. original style Ford switches can be taken apart cleaned and reused.,.. opening up that switch you'll find why it wasn't working properly, due from dirt, corrosion, contact wear, and other surprises. Hold on to your starter switch.

Thank you but the switch was already a replacement. The car is 100 years old; the original switch has...

Thanks,

George,
I forgot all about the radiator apron. Need to finish making the part.
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Thanks All,

Parts are on the way to us.
Thanks Dave to help .

Andre
Belgium

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Gene I sent you an email.

That fire was devastating! It was huge automobile showing. Hundreds of the latest and greatest models on display for the public to see! Pre crash boom-times had manufacturers showing their best.
However, far worse than that. One of the first really large efforts of its kind, many manufacturers at their peak of success, were showing off their...

Although I will admit to not doing it often enough, I really like Scott Conger's oil line test. So far, any time I have done it, it dumped plenty of oil. And most of the model Ts I have started up were engines I put together, and I am very picky about making sure the oil lines are clean and clear when I am inside the engine.
Engine oil level...

Laura,

Unfortunately not the most in-focus photo to start with but, in case you were interested, I thought I'd have a go at cleaning it up a little .. see below, including a coloured version.

Luke.

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I have planned a trip to Put in Bay Ohio or other name for it South Bass Island the boat can handle 30 cars and I would like to fill it that day July 9th is the day. I think that would be a great picture for a cover photo of a magazine? Please contact me if of interest so I can put you on the list. 419-618-1025 Joe Bell.

I'll have ya covered...

I have run on a tank with no regulator for years without any problem. Open the lamp doors, just crack open the tank and light the lamps. Then you can adjust the flame from the tank. The key is to just crack the tank open a little bit to start. I don't know what the pressure is from a carbide generator but it's very low so the big mistake people...

Good info, Dan. I've worked on quite a few both old and professionally rebuilt 26 & 27 engines, and I have never known to shim those bolts, if needed. I've never have seen a late block that had shims present, either.
Now I know!

Think it was for indexing when doing the machining. It has no function but to make people ask why it is there. The cam gear does not care where it is installed as long as the two timing marks line up when the cam is installed, the gear is not indexed to the cam shaft.

Rich

Didn't load all the screenshots as some were fuzzy to read. Yes there were lots of styles of reeds, today the repros are about all the same frog reed type, with one thin edge soldered and the other free end off the reed case just slightly.

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Don’t do any tare down removing engine parts or whatever.
Ck all the electrical connections, timer wires rubbing on the block, especially the coil box, wiring, any area where it could be grounded.
IF YOU ARE IN A GARAGE START WHEN ITS DARK OR AT NIGHT. Check the car and see if there is any sparking or any connection not arcing when a wire is...

All of this has been wonderfully useful! Thank you so much!
It's been useful not just for ideas about the radius rods, but also for the hitch. Now I can make sense of some of the photos I've seen.

I looked at the pictures again and the shadows are the same on both pictures. I think it is the same car with some trick adjustment to change the color of the floormat.
Norm

Good project and a creative testimony to the current times where everyone is 'short handed'. Enjoy

PROBLEM SOLVED!!!!
Thank you all for your suggestions. I took the pin back off, squirted graphite liquid in and kept trying. The problem is that the key is going in too far. When I pulled it out ever so slightly, the key turned smoothly from BAT to MAG.
I must say that this older switch is much smoother and more solid than any of the repro...

I have also posted the video on Model T Ford Club of Facebook if any of you want to share it with friends through that medium.

Thank you Rob, Early Ford Registry and it's members, and Bruce K.

Here are some links to color Wiring Schematics and Wire Harness Diagrams.

Wiring Schematics

Wiring Harness Diagrams

Well, gentlemen, I want to thank everyone who took the time to post replies…… I ordered a set of standard valves, which I will try in the guides…. If the valves have slop, I will return the stock valves….. buy oversize valves and a reamer…..Scott Conger…..just ordered a telescopic small bore gauge….I too like Starrett…. and I purchased it direct...

Gene,
I have always (not just when getting older) had a problem connecting a name with a face. I can remember from when I was a boy my dad would meet someone once and then call them by name every time he saw them. When our five children were little, and I wanted to call one of them, I got their names mixed up, even the dog's name!
I can usually...

At the Old Car Festival they featured a drag race, probably 300' or so between a model T and a high-wheel bike. The high-wheeler would make a big loop and approach the start line at a moderate pedal speed and the T would take off from a dead stop. High-wheeler won every time.

Speaking of the Old Car Festival...Registration for the best antique...

Yes huds are the same I have a set I part with cheap

Excellent! A great mix of moving and still shots, very well edited, with nicely appropriate music of the Model T era.

Now a days, the coil wrappings are sealed with brushed on “Glyptal”, which was originally developed by Thomas Edison and his Company, GE to seal the wire windings of electric appliances such as fans and generators. It comes in clear and red. Since it is so tough and impervious to oil, many of us here have used it to coat the inside of our Model T...