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Announcement - All Support questions have been moved here

Last post by AdminJeff « Mon Jan 28, 2019 11:47 am

by AdminJeff » Mon Jan 28, 2019 11:47 am

In the ongoing quest of reducing forum clutter and keeping the topics relevant to the Model T in the Model T forum, this is the new place to ask for all help on the Forums.

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Top fastener ID

Last post by Original Smith « Thu Jun 01, 2023 11:03 am
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by Don ellis » Mon May 29, 2023 3:46 pm

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What type fastener is this? It’s on a 23-25 touring top rear bow.

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I forgot to mention, the female Anzo snap goes into those. I always pick them up at Hershey when I see them.

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Thu Jun 01, 2023 11:03 am
Priming Bell Crank, early.

Last post by Original Smith « Thu Jun 01, 2023 10:58 am
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by Pep C Strebeck » Wed May 31, 2023 10:56 pm

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I have been lucky enough to find an original Priming Bell Crank for my Runabout. This may not sound like a great feat as they are plentiful and easy to get, but the one that I had been looking for was different.

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Almost 50 years ago I had the great pleasure to thoroughly look over and examine a well preserved 1919 Runabout, with...

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Good information! I was unaware of that early style.

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Thu Jun 01, 2023 10:58 am
Side Curtain Storage Roll

Last post by CudaMan « Thu Jun 01, 2023 6:39 am
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by Original Smith » Sat May 27, 2023 2:12 pm

I have two side curtain rolls. They are exactly the same, and are definitely the real thing. I don't know of a part number, or what years they were supplied for. The dimensions are 25X19 and have a 2 1/4 hem top and bottom, and a 1/2 hem on the sides. The common sense fasteners are in 5 1/2 on from the sides.
Does anyone know of anything about...

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Thu Jun 01, 2023 6:39 am
Denver pre-war swap meet

Last post by Scott_Conger « Wed May 31, 2023 5:41 pm
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by micshotrodgarage » Wed May 31, 2023 3:25 pm

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I know there's a lot of great events for the Model T community this weekend all over the country and beyond, I'll be heading to the Denver per war swap on Saturday. Anyone heading that way too? I'll be coming from the western slope of Colorado. Hope the rains hold off :roll: see you there!

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Look for:

5th Annual Pre-War Swap meet, Brighton, CO

or

or

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Wed May 31, 2023 5:41 pm
Wooden spoke wheels

Last post by Norman Kling « Wed May 31, 2023 4:09 pm
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by CrandallJ » Wed May 31, 2023 1:27 pm

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What should the nuts be torqued to on the fellows?

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Important thing to tighten them evenly. First the felloe on the wheel should be straight so the wheel spins true. Then when you tighten the rim down, do it evenly so that there is minimum wobble. I like to tighten diagonally in one direction and then diagonally in the opposite direction to keep everything straight.
Norm

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Wed May 31, 2023 4:09 pm
Safe long-distance driving… how do they do it?

Last post by Will_Vanderburg « Wed May 31, 2023 3:33 pm
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by KellyJons » Sun Apr 30, 2023 11:20 pm

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Hi folks, new here to the Model T world. Have some honest questions that I hope you can help me with.

I’ve noticed that many Model T Ford owners do a tremendous amount of long-distance driving with their vintage Fords. For instance, Dean Yoder and Steve Jelf, among others, regularly put hundreds, if not thousands, of miles a year on their Model T...

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I live in New Jersey. 59,000 people just in my township of 100 square miles. 4th largest township out of 565 and the 1st largest township in Ocean County out of 33 townships.

I drive mine everywhere I can go without using an interstate or a US Highway (although sometimes that cannot be avoided on US routes). I’ve had idiots cut me off, pass in...

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Wed May 31, 2023 3:33 pm
22 hood shelf, fender and radiator shell assembly questions

Last post by Scott_Conger « Wed May 31, 2023 11:30 am
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by ElGranadaT » Tue May 30, 2023 5:29 pm

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Greetings all -

Today I'm struggling with the radiator mounts. I'm trying to find some cross section diagram or photos of how the radiator stud mount, springs, cups, radiator shell, hood shelf wood blocks, hood shelf and fenders all stack together in a 1922 (this one is a Touring) Any and all help is greatly appreciated

Thanks in advance

Marty

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You're welcome

hopefully you're fitting things before paint... ;)

have fun!

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Wed May 31, 2023 11:30 am
Last look at Fords and folks

Last post by Norman Kling « Wed May 31, 2023 11:01 am
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by Dollisdad » Fri May 26, 2023 11:29 am

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Thirteen and fourteen are the same car and same dog. Different day, because of the amount of snow and tire tread shows on one picture but snow and mud on the other also the radiator cover has been removed on the second picture but both have the same license plate.
Norm

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Last post by Norman Kling
Wed May 31, 2023 11:01 am
I want to go camping with these guys!!

Last post by Norman Kling « Wed May 31, 2023 10:00 am
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by Scott C. » Sat May 27, 2023 2:18 am

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I stumbled onto this video. These guys are my kind of men! How many of you would do this? Anyone know who they are? Looks like they had a great time!

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This is an interesting story. Bump!
Norm

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Wed May 31, 2023 10:00 am
Question on Hasslers

Last post by Mikey1968 « Wed May 31, 2023 7:57 am
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by Mikey1968 » Tue May 30, 2023 9:17 am

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Hello all,

I eventually want to swap in the rebuilt front spring I have. My 26 Touring has Hasslers on it. My question is the Hassler springs look to be worn out. Do you think they are or is it just that the front spring itself is so worn that it is collapsing the Hassler springs down?

I noted the front spring/axle is shifted off center by about...

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I agree with you, Scott. This will be fixed when I swap out the leaf spring.

Thanks!
Mike

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Wed May 31, 2023 7:57 am
Richmond, here we come. Putting together a Ford Model B

Last post by Wayne Sheldon « Wed May 31, 2023 3:24 am
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by Rob » Mon May 29, 2023 8:27 pm

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This is a moving picture show:

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Ring de Banjo comes up as a Stephen Foster song if you google it. However, googling Stephen Foster songs doesn't generally bring up lists including that one. However, he wrote more than 200 songs, and most of the lists that came up only showed about fifty songs, so I guess more than a few are left out.
In my youth, I was quite a Stephen Foster...

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Last post by Wayne Sheldon
Wed May 31, 2023 3:24 am
Grease cup broke off, now what

Last post by DHort « Wed May 31, 2023 12:03 am
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by DHort » Mon May 29, 2023 10:46 pm

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I think I am done with brass grease cups. I will use steel now. The grease gun would not come off the zerk fitting inside the cup and I ended up breaking off the upper portion of the cup (drive shaft bushing)'
What is the easiest way to get the remainder of the cup out of the torque tube? With an easy out? This is the small grease cup. Thank you.

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Leo

I like your responses and will have to take you up on your recommendations.

Thank you.

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Last post by DHort
Wed May 31, 2023 12:03 am
Homecoming

Last post by Farmer J « Tue May 30, 2023 8:51 pm

by Farmer J » Tue May 30, 2023 8:51 pm

For those of you coming to Homecoming, the bridge just north of the museum is out. St Rt 27 heading north into Richmond is under construction and is down to one narrow lane. The detour to get to the museum from the north coming in on St Rt 27 is on narrow streets. I would advise you to come to the museum from the east or west on St Rt 40, turn...

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Last post by Farmer J
Tue May 30, 2023 8:51 pm
Early Road Trip Books

Last post by Kaiser « Tue May 30, 2023 3:47 pm
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by Flivver » Wed May 17, 2023 3:19 pm

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Can you guys recommend books or stories of early automobile road trips? Prefer those originally published in Model T era or earlier.

Thanks!

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'Across the world in a Napier' by Andrew M Jepson
'From Peking to Paris' by count Luigi Barzini
'Light car patrols' by Claud Williams and Russel McGuirck

I have more but they are in a big stack of books that i am afraid will bury me if i try to take it apart looking for one :)

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Last post by Kaiser
Tue May 30, 2023 3:47 pm
What are these non Model T cotter pin things called

Last post by TRDxB2 « Tue May 30, 2023 3:29 pm
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by bmklawt » Mon May 29, 2023 4:14 pm

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I was changing the bearing on my Prius last week and they used these cotter pin looking things on the castle nuts and I thought they would be great to use on my 1927 Touring until I get the bugs worked out after rebuilding everything on this car, I cant find them because I cant figure out what there called, anybody know?

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There are other options Might be different sizes
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Last post by TRDxB2
Tue May 30, 2023 3:29 pm
What size is this bolt?

Last post by Kaiser « Tue May 30, 2023 3:15 pm
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by fordt » Mon May 29, 2023 10:06 am

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Here’s the back of the body frame and the top of the rear springs. Ignore the square head placeholder in there just to index things together. I have to stick a pickup bed on top of this as well, what size are these bolts? 7/16”? 3/8”?
Happy Memorial Day, God Bless our troops and our country, enjoy the day!...

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You might find it on this list, courtesy of mr. Jelf i believe (correct me if i'm wrong)

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Last post by Kaiser
Tue May 30, 2023 3:15 pm
Model T in England 1918

Last post by Kaiser « Tue May 30, 2023 2:26 pm
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by John E. Guitar » Mon May 29, 2023 8:43 pm

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Is this a custom body?

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Ford established a Ford factory at Trafford Park in Manchester UK in 1911 and moved to Dagenham near London in 1931.
As the images are supposedly from 1918 and show British soldiers on 'convalescence' as the Brits called it, they are probably dated from 1917/18.
The model T towncar was probably a taxicab, a very common sight in those days in the...

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Last post by Kaiser
Tue May 30, 2023 2:26 pm
Bicycle rack

Last post by Kaiser « Tue May 30, 2023 1:23 pm
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by Dave1 » Mon May 29, 2023 8:37 pm

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Anybody out there using their T to transport a bicycle or bicycles ? Thinking of adapting a rack for two bikes to the rear of our 26 Tudor.
Not sure if utilizing the spare tire rack is the way to go, or would it be best to come off the frame.
We plan on doing some touring but thought it would be nice to take the bikes along, would give us an...

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I thought the whole idea behind Henry Fords model T was to make horses AND bicycles obsolete ? :D

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Last post by Kaiser
Tue May 30, 2023 1:23 pm
Running the Ford Special racer in the dark

Last post by DHort « Tue May 30, 2023 11:15 am
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by Rob » Wed May 17, 2023 12:26 pm

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Bruce V. S. suggested I try videotaping the racer in the dark to see how the cylinders are firing at slow speed. Here are the results. I'd appreciate any comments/observations. Maybe this is as good as it gets, due to high cam/valve lift and valve timing?

The first video is at regular speed. Initially the trailer door is open and the motor a...

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Virginia...

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Last post by DHort
Tue May 30, 2023 11:15 am
Memorial Day Model T auto polo event

Last post by NealW « Tue May 30, 2023 9:51 am

by NealW » Tue May 30, 2023 9:51 am

We are fortunate in Kansas to have the Flatlands Model T club, which is a healthy club that always has good events and work days. According to the internet , the first organized Model T polo event was held in Wichita, Kansas in 1912. Our club has an original T polo car, and a second car built up by a member in the last few years. The club decided...

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Last post by NealW
Tue May 30, 2023 9:51 am
I Have Fan Belt Problem on My 1927 Coupe

Last post by Mikey1968 « Tue May 30, 2023 9:25 am
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by BLB27 » Sun May 28, 2023 11:00 pm

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I used a string to measure the distance around the fan hub (ball bearing hub) and crankshaft pulley (original pulley). It measured 32 inches, so I ordered the 32 inch endless belt,1926-27 show in the supplier's catalog. I could not get it on, so I ordered the 33 1/8 belt. It touches the New Day Timer, so it is too long.

How do I solve this...

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The belt on my 26 Touring is a Gates 814....I think that's the correct number? This is an old picture.

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Last post by Mikey1968
Tue May 30, 2023 9:25 am
Big Flats Rivets

Last post by speedytinc « Tue May 30, 2023 8:32 am
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by Plankhill » Wed May 03, 2023 5:50 am

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Is Big Flats Rivets out of business? The website and phone don’t work.

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McMaster-carr.

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Tue May 30, 2023 8:32 am
What should I look for?

Last post by Craig Leach « Tue May 30, 2023 2:32 am
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by colonelpowers » Mon May 29, 2023 10:21 pm

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I am going in a few days to check out an old t that a guy pulled out of a barn. I am thinking about buying it but since it is pretty modified I wanted to ask what I should be looking at specifically and what might be red flags. The car was apparently built pretty early and was raced back in the day. I have heard it run and it sounds like it has a...

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Hi Joshua,
A Muncie should have a reverse. The bearings & bushings are available for them. Aftermarket wire wheels you need to look close at the spoke
ends & nipples for rust & cracks. Some period lowering is sketchy. If it wasn't all the way across the country it would have my intrest peeked.
Craig.

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Last post by Craig Leach
Tue May 30, 2023 2:32 am
Thread size for hood rod

Last post by Bill Anziani « Mon May 29, 2023 11:03 pm
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by Bill Anziani » Mon May 29, 2023 6:32 pm

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Can someone please let me know the size of the threads of the hood rod end that threads into the radiator. Need to run a tap into the radiator to clean up the threads

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Thank you Dan for the reply

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Mon May 29, 2023 11:03 pm
Looking for frame information

Last post by Craig E. Luton « Mon May 29, 2023 11:00 pm
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by Craig E. Luton » Mon May 29, 2023 8:46 pm

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Does anyone know of a chart showing the differences between frames from 09 through 27? Showing number of holes and location both square and round for each year. The chart I am thinking of showed what year/years each hole configuration was used.

Thank you
Craig

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Thank you, that is what I was looking for.

Craig

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Mon May 29, 2023 11:00 pm
Dealer Badge

Last post by 1922ford « Mon May 29, 2023 8:47 pm
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by Chris Instness » Fri May 26, 2023 10:57 pm

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I met a new Model T owner yesterday who recently acquired a nice little coupe. The car is mostly original including the original floorboards which have a dealer badge from when it was sold new. I know a few of these badges have appeared in previous threads, but it was great to see and I feel it really adds to the pedigree of the car. Would love to...

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Here's the Bauer Ford badge on our '25 coupe which was sold new in Cincinnati about 10 miles where it now lives in Taylor Mill, KY. The Latonia Motor Company badge on our '22 touring is from a dealership that was located about 2 miles from where it's presently garaged, also in Taylor Mill. KY.

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Mon May 29, 2023 8:47 pm
DIY Nickel plating

Last post by Art M « Mon May 29, 2023 7:13 pm
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by Corey Walker » Thu May 25, 2023 11:04 pm

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I’ve been thinking about buying one of those Caswell kits to brass plate some parts on my 14. I’m building a speedster but I’m using an Overland body, that’s why it’s not a T part, but it could have been. It’s nickel era but I was just going to paint the column since it was solid rust but I thought I’d at least disassemble it and paint the...

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I suspect that there is a recommended current (amperage) per square inch of plating surface. I am not familiar with Nickle plating, but I am familiar with Chrome plating.

Art Mirtes

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Mon May 29, 2023 7:13 pm
Starting no-start diagnosis

Last post by Jerry VanOoteghem « Mon May 29, 2023 6:46 pm
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by 5 WoodenWheels » Sun May 28, 2023 8:52 pm

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Howdy from Maryland1

Beautiful tour today, just outstanding. Sixty-some miles through the countryside. At one of the stops I lost my electric start. We got the car going again with the help of another club member crank-starting.

No sound at all when I step on the starter switch. No spinning starter shaft, no clunk. Nothing. I thought, ok, I'll...

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Looks like progress Gerrit. Hopefully, it's just that simple. :)

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Last post by Jerry VanOoteghem
Mon May 29, 2023 6:46 pm
Roof 16 valve

Last post by Les Schubert « Mon May 29, 2023 6:17 pm

by Les Schubert » Mon May 29, 2023 6:17 pm

I have the casting patterns for the valve covers for this head. I no longer need them!!

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Last post by Les Schubert
Mon May 29, 2023 6:17 pm
1921 - Central Pennsylvania Ford Dealership

Last post by Been Here Before « Mon May 29, 2023 3:23 pm
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by Been Here Before » Sat May 27, 2023 11:33 am

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Mon May 29, 2023 3:23 pm
Crimping a seat bottom on a 27 touring

Last post by Mopar_man « Mon May 29, 2023 12:49 pm
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by Mopar_man » Mon May 29, 2023 11:52 am

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So I've watched the videos and see that a large set of Channel Locks will work for the task. What I haven's seen is the actual crimping done. Looking at the channel I can see where one side has a sharp edge and the other is rounded. I know the welt cord runs along the inner part of the channel, compressing the springs, etc. Here is my question:...

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Thanks so much!! I just wanted to be sure. I'm guessing I'll have to do some touchup paint along the edge after the crimping.

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Mon May 29, 2023 12:49 pm
head bolts grade

Last post by RajoRacer « Mon May 29, 2023 11:19 am
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by Tinner12 » Sat May 27, 2023 6:48 pm

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I had my engine rebuilt and after machineing my head bolts are a 16 th to long . Im going to 2 1/2 bolts. Do they need to be grade 5 or 8

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Anyone who replaces a head or head gasket should have one of these in their toolbox -

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Mon May 29, 2023 11:19 am
Roadster top irons

Last post by George Mills « Mon May 29, 2023 9:09 am
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by George Mills » Sun May 28, 2023 3:03 pm

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I am pretty sure these are not 15-17 Roadster irons….what years might they cover?

Thanks in advance

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Thanks everybody, that pretty much confirms it...

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Mon May 29, 2023 9:09 am
27 Tudor side mirror placement

Last post by John.Zibell « Mon May 29, 2023 8:30 am
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by NY John T » Sat May 27, 2023 12:46 pm

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Hi All,
I've placed the side mirror on the upper door hinge and was wondering what other people do? Do you place it at the upper hinge or the center hinge? What is your reason for your choice? Thanks,
John
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I have mine on the upper hinge. Out of the way when walking around the car. Also I think it gives a better view to the rear.

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Mon May 29, 2023 8:30 am
Stromberg RF

Last post by Plankhill « Sun May 28, 2023 7:17 pm
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by Plankhill » Sun May 28, 2023 5:45 pm

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Does anyone have the the instructions for adjusting the Stromberg RF carb.?

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Thanks. That is what I needed.

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Sun May 28, 2023 7:17 pm
Reference blocks for calibration

Last post by Jerry VanOoteghem « Sun May 28, 2023 6:17 pm
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by dykker5502 » Sat May 27, 2023 5:04 pm

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Ford Motor Company acquired a Swedish company that produced reference blocks in steel to be used for calibrating measurement equipment.
What was the name of that Swedish company?
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A year or so ago I was helping out with an estate sale. Amongst the items there was a completely mint set of Jo blocks, still in their original , again mint case. There was a typewritten note saying that they wereMade for inspection purposes and NOT to be used for calibration of line machinery. The note added, Made by Johannson for the Ford Motor...

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Last post by Jerry VanOoteghem
Sun May 28, 2023 6:17 pm
Gmail addressed emails getting rejected

Last post by Luke « Sun May 28, 2023 5:33 pm
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by JvanMaanen » Sun May 28, 2023 11:23 am

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Don't know if this is happening to anyone else, but recently when sending to or replying to those with gmail addresses I get a response that my email was rejected. Sometimes resending works sometimes not. The rejection messege says something about going to google and adding some security stuff to my origin email (not gmail my own corporate domain)...

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Van,

This is really a Google problem IMV.

Most likely your domain isn't set up with SPF/DKIM in the DNS and Google is refusing to accept delivery because of this. It shouldn't be necessary really, but they like to throw their weight around, and unfortunately as a big kid on the block they can leave a few bloody noses...

If you're running your...

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Last post by Luke
Sun May 28, 2023 5:33 pm
I drove the "T" to church last Sunday

Last post by RVA23T « Sun May 28, 2023 2:51 pm
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by ironhorse » Mon May 22, 2023 8:58 am

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This Sunday Deacon Sherman gave me this belt buckle.
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What year was this? There is no year anywhere on the buckle. The two banners in the upper left and right sat Business and Pleasure respectively.

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I drove our 15 runabout to church this Sunday, but no one gave me a Model T belt buckle! :D

At least it is always easy to find it in the parking lot after the service is over. I usually try to leave as quickly as possible so that I don't have a string of cars leaving church behind me wanting to drive faster than 30-35 mph. Fortunately it is only...

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Sun May 28, 2023 2:51 pm
Old Photo vs New Photo

Last post by Ed Fuller « Sun May 28, 2023 11:51 am
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by Ed Fuller » Sat May 27, 2023 3:12 pm

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A while back I stumbled upon this old postcard of a street in our town with a Model T parked on the side of the road.

I had to wait for just the right time when there were no cars in the way so I could park my Model T in the same spot to try and duplicate the picture. It’s neat to see what has changed and what things stayed the same....

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Thanks Wayne, it was fun to do!

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Last post by Ed Fuller
Sun May 28, 2023 11:51 am
Old Car Festival registration opens June 1, 2023

Last post by Steve Jelf « Sun May 28, 2023 9:57 am
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by DHort » Thu Feb 23, 2023 12:03 am

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The Henry Ford just sent out an e-mail.

Mark your calendars so you do not forget and you are not too late.

Hope to see you there.

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We're like kids waiting for Christmas. :)

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Last post by Steve Jelf
Sun May 28, 2023 9:57 am
glass for ammeter gauge cracked

Last post by J1MGOLDEN « Sun May 28, 2023 7:38 am
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by NY John T » Sat May 27, 2023 10:44 am

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Hi All,
Does anybody know of a source for the glass for an original Ford ammeter gauge? I cracked mine trying to press it into a repro instrument cluster (name?)
Thanks,
John
Was there a better way/right way to press the ammeter in to the hole? Or is there just a difference between original opening and repro openings?

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Another option is the ammeter that Tractor Supply and other sources sell. The cost is $11.97 at Tractor Supply.

This gauge has 30 - 0 - 30 numbers and fits perfect in the 1926-27 panel. Si it lends itself to Ts with an alternator upgrade.

I just used an aircraft nibbler tool to make the adapter a litle larger inside and the gauge slid right in....

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Sun May 28, 2023 7:38 am
Identify and value

Last post by Wayne Sheldon « Sun May 28, 2023 4:37 am
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by MichaelC1972 » Sat May 27, 2023 11:05 am

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I rescued this chassis from an old barn l am trying to id
It and place a value on it so l can sell it engine stamp
C56627

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It could have been almost anything? Now a later brass era with earlier firewall and hood, or an earlier (1914ish) now with a later engine. Or a bunch of loose parts put together to be whatever?
The rear end appears to be 1915 or later, and most likely as a 1916 would be the most correct. Another possibility could be as a commercial chassis, some...

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Last post by Wayne Sheldon
Sun May 28, 2023 4:37 am
Running around down under.

Last post by Allan « Sun May 28, 2023 3:28 am
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by Dollisdad » Thu May 25, 2023 8:17 am

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11th photo down showing the gathering of cars around a big marquee, only one car has the top not folded! We have great weather down here

The roos are big reds, the largest of them all. There is a kangaroo/ wallaby/ euro/poteroo and others to fill a niche in almost any Australian habitat.

Allan from down under.

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Last post by Allan
Sun May 28, 2023 3:28 am
mystery part

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by Allan » Mon May 15, 2023 1:38 am

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What have I here? Found in my own stash during a clean-up.
Allan from down under. 20230514_172241.jpg

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An update,
I have contacted a active TT owner who has a 1927 TT. He confirms that the bracket with the threaded boss is on his truck and the position is such that it is impossible to use a bolt ( that's why the Boss is threaded) and it sits so close to the generator a nut couldn't be placed on the end of a bolt, and as is obvious the bracket is...

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Sun May 28, 2023 2:56 am
Transmission pedal shafts

Last post by Allan « Sat May 27, 2023 9:28 pm
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by BarrettR » Fri May 26, 2023 7:49 pm

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Replacing pedal shafts, the wort part is getting the pins out, the clutch pedal was loose on the shaft the pin came out easily the brake and reverse pedals is another story I had to use heat WD-40 and drill into the pins from both sides only then would the pins drive out with a punch. BTW I ended up bending the punch shaft :roll:

Using my 20...

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When I remove those pins, I drill 3/4 of the way through, leaving a solid engine for the punch to drive on. Up your drill size until the hole just breaks through the side. Now you have a split rivet and only the last little bit to drive out.

Hope this helps
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Allan from down under.

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Last post by Allan
Sat May 27, 2023 9:28 pm
Camping with the 27 touring --- video and few photos

Last post by dobro1956 « Sat May 27, 2023 7:48 pm
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by dobro1956 » Mon May 22, 2023 11:57 pm

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We finally had time to take a couple days camping trip with the T and the vintage camping gear. We were planning on 3 days and two nights but due to rain we only had two days and one night, but we still had a nice trip. The area we were camping at is on private land that adjourns the Buffalo National River in Arkansas and also has almost 2 miles...

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Sat May 27, 2023 7:48 pm
Help indentify car

Last post by TRDxB2 « Sat May 27, 2023 6:55 pm
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by MichaelC1972 » Sat May 27, 2023 10:51 am

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I pulled a rolling chassis with engine fuel tank firewall a
And radiator out of a barn engine is stamped c56627
Any help dating year of production would be appreciated

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Forgot to post this photo - it may have never been a car but just a chassis that was sold without a body
This is a picture from Craig Beek's Model T Museum
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the firewall & hood may also help id the year

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Last post by TRDxB2
Sat May 27, 2023 6:55 pm
Upcoming movie set in T era

Last post by Luke « Sat May 27, 2023 6:42 pm
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by ThreePedalTapDancer » Sat May 20, 2023 6:49 pm

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Looks like the upcoming release of Martin Scorsese’s epic “Killers of the Flower Moon” with Leonardo DiCaprio and Robert DiNero is chock full of Ts taking place in Oklahoma.

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My old Fordson Major was requested for a movie around 15 years ago, as I recall it made $125 NZD/day.

I didn't want to be in the flick myself, although various colleagues at the time were (the airfield was closed, so what else could they do), however I was invited to partake of a very decent lunch. There were various tables at which you sat, much...

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Last post by Luke
Sat May 27, 2023 6:42 pm
Leather Strap Needed

Last post by speedytinc « Sat May 27, 2023 5:48 pm
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by J1MGOLDEN » Sat May 27, 2023 5:36 pm

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The Amish are still making great wood spoke wheels for our Model Ts.

Is that also a good source for leather belts for a 1914 Touring T?

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Russ furstnow makes all the leather straps for T's. I got all them for my 14. They are super quality.
Nice & thick. Not flimsy as available thru some vendors. (Specifically the top saddle leathers)
He also provided the straps for my dual spare tire carrier.

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Sat May 27, 2023 5:48 pm
Model T Videos

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by Gen3AntiqueAuto » Mon May 22, 2023 7:30 pm

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For those of you familiar with and following the green thunderbolt engine and it's Fordor engine holder upper, I tried something to resolve the lurching/grabbing problem and of course I filmed it for you. There are now 137 Model T Ford related videos on my youtube channel for your entertainment.

I plan on doing an update on the fix I did today...

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Ok - are you crazies in here?

Check out this off road rescue in OR - not my video :

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Sat May 27, 2023 5:48 pm
Question on choke rod with handle length

Last post by DanTreace « Sat May 27, 2023 1:49 pm
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by Will_Vanderburg » Sat May 27, 2023 11:34 am

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A choke rod for a Centerdoor is how long from inside the car to the bell crank? Is it 17 11/16ths inches or is it 20 inches?

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You have it. :)

March 1920 Parts book, Sedan priming rod #4587, July 1924 Parts book, #4587, 17 11/16”

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Last post by DanTreace
Sat May 27, 2023 1:49 pm
Brass magnet plates?

Last post by J1MGOLDEN « Sat May 27, 2023 1:11 pm
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by Steve Jelf » Fri May 26, 2023 11:41 am

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Consequently, the bottom part of the magneto coil assembly has a certain amount of spring to it, and may be attracted into actual contact with the brass plates over the magnets when the powerful current from the storage batteries is sent through the windings, thus giving greater magnetizing effect.
~ Murray Fahnestock
I've never seen any brass...

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I just upgraded a 1917 transmission, to a 1920 with a starter, that had a double mag coil ring and brass spools to support the magnets.

Wheter this was original or just a use of available earlier parts is a total unknown for me.

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Last post by J1MGOLDEN
Sat May 27, 2023 1:11 pm
Old Photo - "Yep, We're on the right road"

Last post by Dave Sullivan « Sat May 27, 2023 12:23 pm
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by Rich Eagle » Sat May 27, 2023 12:16 pm

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This has that look of on the way and verifying the route. A nice little pie wagon.
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The sign doesn't even mention Harold's Club... Dave

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Sat May 27, 2023 12:23 pm
Commuters rod

Last post by Mark Gregush « Sat May 27, 2023 12:21 pm
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by Dennis_Brown » Fri May 26, 2023 10:39 pm

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Did the rod go over or under the lower radiator hose. My T pickup has not ran in 50 plus years. Finally starting to work on it when I have time. I found that the timer rod was below the hose and looking at the timer it was way out of position with the #1 wire on the #2 pole. By moving the timer into approximate position it should be in, the rod is...

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The hoses used in conjunction with the tube from the radiator to the inlet as made for a number of years, do not need to be as long as they are in my opinion and can interfere with the rod. They only need to be long enough to have clamping room on either side of the upset on the tube and castings.

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Last post by Mark Gregush
Sat May 27, 2023 12:21 pm
Locating mounting holes.

Last post by Will_Vanderburg « Sat May 27, 2023 11:29 am
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by Will_Vanderburg » Sat May 27, 2023 10:45 am

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I’m checking the alignment of my firewall to cowl support mounting holes to the cowl itself. Eventually a piece of gasket if will go under the cowl support wood.

This is for my 22 Centerdoor. Some of the support wood is original. Other parts are a kit from a different style of car, since no cowl wood is made for this car.

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Brackets are intended to hold parts that are already mated , not as a starting point to build from.

I’m not building anything. I’m just making sure my mounting holes are aligned. The car will be assembled in a specific order on its frame. I do not have anyplace to build a body on a flat floor, and then raise that body into place.

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Last post by Will_Vanderburg
Sat May 27, 2023 11:29 am
AC Brake parts and MOLDS for sale ESTATE SALE

Last post by Susanne « Sat May 27, 2023 11:14 am
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by critterpainter » Sat May 27, 2023 12:34 am

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I just saw in Model T Club of Facebook that the tooling and parts in stock for the AC BRAKES that Larry Sidmore made is for sale by ELITE ESTATE SALES. There was no phone number listed, but rather contact them through Facebook Messenger.
Sorry thats all I know

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I absolutely agree, the brakes Larry was making (RIP, sir!) were first rate and worked. If I were still in the states, I would seriously give consideration to pooling some of my retirement savings and keeping these going... Heck, if I could do it here (can't due to the working while retired provisions of living here) I would be scrambling to find...

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Last post by Susanne
Sat May 27, 2023 11:14 am
Margaret Bowery

Last post by Russ_Furstnow « Sat May 27, 2023 10:07 am
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by Jim Bowery » Sat May 27, 2023 6:28 am

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Margaret Bowery Member of MTFCA , MTFCI, AACA ,And News letter Editor for Northern Panhandle Region AACA for 45 years Passed away May 22 a t Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown WV

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Jim, We are so sad to hear the news. Kathy and I are sending prayers to you and your family. Stay strong! Russ and Kathy Furstnow

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Sat May 27, 2023 10:07 am
Where to invest in cryptocurrency or real estate .

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by speedytinc » Wed May 24, 2023 8:15 am

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How do they get HERE? Bot hole.

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Invest in Model T's They last longer and no password to lose.
Norm

For every dollar you invest in the initial purchase of your T, you are guaranteed an additional 💯 % additional investment of that same dollar amount in repairs and upkeep for a total return of at least negative 50% but a HUGE return on investment in smiles per miles.

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Sat May 27, 2023 9:38 am
Seat spring crimping, pliers, not hog ring pliers

Last post by BLB27 « Fri May 26, 2023 11:03 pm
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by Wayne Mims » Thu May 25, 2023 6:08 pm

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I'm looking for someone that has done it not an opinion the seat springs have a channel that you stick the upholstery in and prep it tight but it looks like it takes a special tool. Does anyone know where I can get this tool? It is not a hog ring pliers

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Today, we worked on installing the cushion onto the seat spring for my 1927 coupe. We used a compression table. Here are photos. We still have to finish the corners.

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Fri May 26, 2023 11:03 pm
TIMING TOOL

Last post by Professor Fate « Fri May 26, 2023 10:00 pm
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by Professor Fate » Fri May 26, 2023 2:52 am

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Is this tool labelled B sold by a retailer, or fabricated individually? 20230526_024507.jpg

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Here's a pic of my homemade timing tool from 2 yrs ago. It's a wood paint stick. I had never seen the picture in the manual until the other day. I used my other T to make this one pictured. Manual dimension is 2.5 inches from center of each hole. Mine is 2.75 in.
I get repeated hot starts and my car starts easy. Sunday I'll...

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Fri May 26, 2023 10:00 pm
Stutzman's

Last post by Wayne Sheldon « Fri May 26, 2023 8:20 pm
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by ModelT46 » Sat Aug 06, 2022 2:23 pm

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I need a new set of wheels for my 1910. Does someone have Stutzman's email address or web site info?

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Thank you Scott C! Old threads being revived is fine. Sometimes. Often new information is added, and a gentler approach to drift is sometimes found.

Bots that aid search engines are needed for future search purposes in order to keep information available. However, bots that participate usually cause harm in any of many ways. Spammers and...

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Last post by Wayne Sheldon
Fri May 26, 2023 8:20 pm
old garage jackstands

Last post by John kuehn « Fri May 26, 2023 5:25 pm
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by Heck914 » Thu May 25, 2023 9:05 pm

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I picked these up years ago at a gargae sale, I thought you guys might appreciate them. No markings on them other than what looks like a casting number on the bottom plate. The construction is pretty unique. Any ideas?

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Here’s 3 American made homemade Jack stands we’ve had around our farm for around 50 years. My father got them at a farm auction in the 60’s.
One of them has the part number T2853 on it. I think we know what this is.

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Last post by John kuehn
Fri May 26, 2023 5:25 pm
and a Stagecoach. 1916

Last post by Original Smith « Fri May 26, 2023 2:39 pm
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by Rich Eagle » Wed May 24, 2023 11:45 am

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Humorous posed photo of an automobile and a decaying wagon just outside of Colfax.
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I found this after searching some Ridin' and Ropin' info thanks to Rich B.

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It's great to see a 1913 the way it is supposed to be!

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Last post by Original Smith
Fri May 26, 2023 2:39 pm
Brake Rivets

Last post by Jacob Mangold « Fri May 26, 2023 12:43 pm
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by Jacob Mangold » Fri May 26, 2023 1:03 am

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I am going to be relining the brakes on my TT this weekend and have a few questions. I would like to start with the fact that I ordered the TT brake lining set from langs. I believe the part number is 1057-8. Anyways, it came with 2 strips of lining material when each shoe requires its own piece. Should I just cut them down to 12 inches. It looks...

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I bought that tool as well. I’m not sure it has the same bits though. I will check later today.

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Last post by Jacob Mangold
Fri May 26, 2023 12:43 pm
Roller Timer Geometry

Last post by Art M « Fri May 26, 2023 10:42 am
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by GeorgeHounslow » Wed May 24, 2023 4:00 pm

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Hi All,

I have gone to replace my roller Timer with a new one on my car, I have followed the timing procedure on here but the car will not start, and just occasionally coughs.

On checking the rollers themselves side by side, the geometry seems different - meaning when #1 cylinder was firing with the original roller in place, #3 cylinder was...

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When the timer cap was changed, the wires might have become mixed. Easy to do

Art Mirtes

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Last post by Art M
Fri May 26, 2023 10:42 am
FAN PULLEY ADJUSTMENT

Last post by Norman Kling « Fri May 26, 2023 10:22 am
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by Professor Fate » Fri May 26, 2023 7:31 am

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How much adjustment is there in a '26- 27 fan pulley? Im not sure if my belt s stretched or what... i can only snug up the belt, but not get it tight. I know it should only be snug as per the book.

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As you look from the back, turn the adjustment clockwise. That will move the belt farther from the timer. This will prevent interference with the timer. The belt should be tight enough so that if you rest your hand on the fan blade, the fan will not turn, but you can still turn the blade with your hand if you push it just a little more than the...

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Last post by Norman Kling
Fri May 26, 2023 10:22 am
Looking to contact Stu Clipson

Last post by Smbayley « Thu May 25, 2023 11:40 pm
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by Smbayley » Thu May 25, 2023 6:23 am

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Hi, I’m looking for Stu Clipson who used to post here. If anyone knows of Stu’s whereabouts/email can you please contact me via private message? Please don’t post his email address/phone number on the open forum for obvious reasons (spammers).

Thanks Simon

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Thanks so much.. a feature I didn’t know existed.
Regards Simon

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Thu May 25, 2023 11:40 pm
Replacement Dayton wire wheel rims

Last post by Reno Speedster « Thu May 25, 2023 10:27 pm
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by Reno Speedster » Wed May 24, 2023 3:26 pm

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I have a set of Dayton wire wheels and hubs I want to use on my speedster. I want to rebuild the wheels. Dayton has spokes and spoke nuts but I am interested in getting new rims. Does anyone know of a source that can produce them?

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Here is a shot of one of the sharp parts on one of the rims.

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Thu May 25, 2023 10:27 pm
Tire valve question

Last post by Jim11787 « Thu May 25, 2023 7:45 pm
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by Jim11787 » Thu May 25, 2023 10:20 am

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My first T so learning quite a bit. I have 21” wood wheels on my 26 Roadster Pickup. I went to check tire pressure but was surprised when I removed the dust cap on one of the wheels. It looks like the stem and valve are inserted into a larger stem and valve. At first I thought the dust cap cap apart and left part on the wheel but in comparison to...

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Thanks to all. Got it straightened out.

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Thu May 25, 2023 7:45 pm
One of Fords first four cylinder cars is almost ready

Last post by Rob « Thu May 25, 2023 7:29 pm
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by Rob » Wed May 24, 2023 2:56 pm

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The plan is to have this 1905 (built in late 1904) Ford Model B at Richmond for the Model T Reunion. We hope to have all the “alphabet Fords” there. I plan to be in Canada by Monday to see the guys at Fawcett Restoration finish the car. My plan is to arrive in Richmond by Thursday evening. I’ll post photos as the car goes together:

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The rest for today:

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Thu May 25, 2023 7:29 pm
Front License Plate and Bumpers

Last post by Art M « Thu May 25, 2023 7:28 pm
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by Humblej » Thu May 25, 2023 8:44 am

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When I acquired my 1926 T back in the 1970's, the front license plate, a modern historic vehicle plate, was mounted on the headlight bar with 2 rubber coated adell clamps. I eventually used a 1926 Michigan YOM plate and mounted it on a bracket under the radiator on the front spring clamp thinking it would improve radiator airflow, and I'm sure it...

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Ohio no longer requires front license plates. However, if there is a front plate displayed, it must match the rear plate. Never heard of anyone getting into trouble for non compliance.

Art Mirtes

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Last post by Art M
Thu May 25, 2023 7:28 pm
Pertronics in an Atwater-Kent LA

Last post by Craig Leach « Thu May 25, 2023 3:47 pm
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by schwabd1 » Wed May 24, 2023 10:24 pm

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What Pertronics model fits in the Atwater-Kent LA? I called Pertronics and they had no Idea, but agreed one can be put in the LA. Any instructions on installation?

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The Tulsa tech site is fantastic lots of info on many things. Thanks guys.
Tom I sent you a email on the Atwater Kent parts but could not attach this pic.
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Craig.

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Last post by Craig Leach
Thu May 25, 2023 3:47 pm
Technology has caught up

Last post by SurfCityGene « Thu May 25, 2023 1:33 pm
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by Craig Leach » Mon May 22, 2023 12:36 pm

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Because I purchase tires for my model T from Jegs High Permormance. (They have a good shipping discount.) I get emails all the time. I was
looking through the latest ad because a freind is looking for a deal on a crate engine for his Elcomino. I found they sell a universal engine diaper.
Isn't technology wonderful?
Craig.

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Craig, I worked for Kimberly Clark, mfg'r of items like Kotex and Huggies and learned how effective a diaper with SAM granules can be for absorbing oil leaks. My SIL had a an Infinity with a rear main leak and at every oil change it got a new diaper also. Easy fix for an expensive repair. I wrap a narrow piece of Kotex around the clutch pedal...

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Last post by SurfCityGene
Thu May 25, 2023 1:33 pm
door strap location? 1923 touring

Last post by Rich Eagle « Thu May 25, 2023 11:39 am
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by Don ellis » Wed May 24, 2023 3:43 pm

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Does the leather door strap go under or on top of the upholstery and door panel?
And are the metal bezels that go around the latch handle and lock edge on the door panel in the catalogs going to fit a Classique door panel?

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This is how this original was.
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Last post by Rich Eagle
Thu May 25, 2023 11:39 am
wood spoke finish

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by Martin » Sun May 21, 2023 7:24 am

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I just had my wheels re-spoked my Stutzman. They are beautiful, but now it's time to finish them. What color is correct for 1916? Maybe they were simply painted by Ford, but I'd like to show off my beautiful spokes.
Should I stain them first, then clear coat - or use a tinted clearcoat?

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Faux wood finish on Model T wheel hubs would never look right to me. The spokes were actually made of wood, while the hubs never were. I don't think a wooden hub that was of the same dimensions as the regular T hub could ever hold up in service.

For a custom flair that can't be beat, pad your spokes and wrap them in ostrich-grained Naugahyde,...

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Thu May 25, 2023 9:00 am
Foot Pedals

Last post by Tony_H « Thu May 25, 2023 6:03 am
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by Tony_H » Thu May 25, 2023 3:31 am

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OK.. reading the Encyclopedia the pedals changed from CBR to Ribbed to Smooth during 1915 period.
Here in Australia our cars were Canadian imported.
I have quite a few transmission covers from later models, all starter motor castings, which have ribbed pedals.
The question is did the Canadian production keep ribbed pedals later than US cars?

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Yeah, well 1925 makes sense Allan.
That was the year the Dalgety bodied ones had smooth pedals.
I had to scratch around to find a set in my heap of bits when I was putting one together.

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Last post by Tony_H
Thu May 25, 2023 6:03 am
Michael “ Bruce “ Rimmer Has Passed Away - CoFounder Of The Bakersfield Swap Meet

Last post by Wayne Sheldon « Thu May 25, 2023 3:03 am
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by FreighTer Jim » Wed May 24, 2023 7:41 pm

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I first met Bruce at Bakersfield Swap Meet
the first year I attended.
I tried to leave thru an open gate just
before dawn that led out to a public
alley - that gate to the street was locked.
Bruce unlocked that gate so I could get out.

I gave him some t shirts and made it
a point to stop by the HCCA tent/camper
to visit every year after that....

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So sad, so many lately.
I didn't know Bruce well, but like so many in this hobby I did meet him several times. He was one of the wonderful people that contributed so very much to make this a great hobby for all of us!

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Last post by Wayne Sheldon
Thu May 25, 2023 3:03 am
Magneto and battery charging system

Last post by Steve Jelf « Wed May 24, 2023 11:42 pm
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by Dennis_Brown » Thu Mar 16, 2023 10:01 pm

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When using a diode and 1156 bulb to charge a battery off of the magneto, can you splice into the mag wire before the diode and run the coils off mag? You should be able to as nothing should feed back thru the diode from the battery and the mag should be able to produce enough voltage to do both

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I like my charger inside where I can see it.

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Last post by Steve Jelf
Wed May 24, 2023 11:42 pm
Pertronics in an Atwater-Kent LA

Last post by schwabd1 « Wed May 24, 2023 10:24 pm

by schwabd1 » Wed May 24, 2023 10:24 pm

What Pertronics model fits in the Atwater-Kent LA? I called Pertronics and they had no Idea, but agreed one can be put in the LA. Any instructions on installation?

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Wed May 24, 2023 10:24 pm
Larry Sidmore

Last post by Quickm007 « Wed May 24, 2023 8:10 pm
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by Michael Peternell » Thu May 18, 2023 9:59 pm

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I learned today Larry passed away. I called him about some questions I had about a set I bought years ago. His wife answered and told me about it. So sad! We lost a good one there! RIP Mr Sidmore you did a great thing for our hobby.

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Deepest sympathies. I am so sorry for his family. Very nice gentlemen so good for our T hobby.

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Last post by Quickm007
Wed May 24, 2023 8:10 pm
Eyelash remover

Last post by Wayne Sheldon « Wed May 24, 2023 7:09 pm
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by bobt » Wed May 24, 2023 5:56 am

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Marvel Mystery Oil?

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The original post is gone! I tagged it in the wee hours of the morning as an unrelated spam/seller post, and it appears our moderators took away the original post and left a comment to be followed by more comments.
The entire thread really should be taken out. But I do not like to complain. Just explaining to dissuade confusion.

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Last post by Wayne Sheldon
Wed May 24, 2023 7:09 pm
Kingston Coil Box Wiring

Last post by Scott_Conger « Wed May 24, 2023 4:16 pm
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by Tbird » Tue May 23, 2023 9:47 pm

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Hi guys, I’m needing some direction on how to wire up this Kingston Coil Box:
Here’s the materials I’m using:

Kingston coil box (repo) to accept later style coils. My coils fit very snugly inside.
Fun Projects coil contact set
Repo Kingston coil switch

Questions:
What kind of wire do I use?
How is the switch wired?
What wires go where in the...

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If you live in a humid area and want to have mildew problems with wood, boiled linseed oil is the perfect choice to attain that.

I learned that the hard way while restoring wood windows on a historic home in Florida. A simple internet search would have saved me tons of grief. Every window thus treated prior to painting, was black with mildew in 6...

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Last post by Scott_Conger
Wed May 24, 2023 4:16 pm
Homecoming Swap Meet ???? Need info

Last post by RachelWHughes « Wed May 24, 2023 4:02 pm
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by Dan Hatch » Sun May 21, 2023 2:53 am

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How do I register and pay for swap meet spaces online? Looked at everything I could find on website and didn’t find how to get spaces. Saw the form to fill out and mail, saw phone number to call but no way to do it online. What did I miss? Thanks Dan.

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If you're looking for Model T parts, engines, hoods, you name it, you're going to want to come to this Swap Meet!

We have over 50 vendor spaces rented and there's going to be a little bit of everything. Familiar names of folks you've dealt with before at swamp meets to newcomers... This is going to be a great swap meet, folks. Come and see for...

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Wed May 24, 2023 4:02 pm
Ridin' and Ropin' !

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by Rich P. Bingham » Mon May 22, 2023 5:40 pm

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Photo dated 1911, place: Donner Pass. Apparently this party felt the need for some serious improvement in traction. That's a heavy rope !

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It's great to get the rest of the story ! So Arthur WAS especially accomplished at roping wheels for traction! :lol:

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Wed May 24, 2023 3:57 pm
Span and Scam Postings

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by Humblej » Wed May 24, 2023 11:51 am

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When a spam or scam posting shows up, I would suggest everyone ignore it, let it drop down the page superseded by legit postings. Before you know it they will be out of sight and out of mind. However, if some want to respond to the scam postings it will move back up to front of the line for all to see.

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I agree to not to respond to the posting. Instead rport it by clicking one the ! icon in the right hand corner (need to logged on) to report it. If its already been reported you'll get a message saying so

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Wed May 24, 2023 1:53 pm
Distributor

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by John_Aldrich » Tue May 23, 2023 1:48 am

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Why does my dizzy not set flush to the block?

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Too many variables without more information. Photos might help because we can't see what is going on with it.

When I tightened up the mounting bolt is when it went crooked . When I first held it in place it looked good.

Pictures could have been better. Where was Steve Jelf and his camera when you need him??!!

Haven't forgotten you guys. Can't...

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Wed May 24, 2023 11:29 am
Mac’s fiasco

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by Brent Mize » Tue May 16, 2023 1:37 pm

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I usually don’t complain about vendors since I am one.
I recently ordered an item on Mac’s website. It showed as in stock on the website.
I immediately called to check status and was guaranteed that it was in stock.
I received the hardware only for the item. After multiple calls, I finally got an ra.
Then they said they did not want the hardware...

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I recently recieved a complete uphostery kit from mike at classtique and it is out standing to say the least quality product great and honest guy to do business with.

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Wed May 24, 2023 8:36 am
Clevis Pins

Last post by KimDobbins « Tue May 23, 2023 8:29 pm
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by Original Smith » Sun May 21, 2023 3:49 pm

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What was the final year for the domed head clevis pin? Both my 1913's have them, and Russ says his 1915's do too. So, how much longer did they use them? Langs catalog incorrectly says they were used until 1911.

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Some have a firm grip on life and still enjoy getting things as correct as possible.

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Last post by KimDobbins
Tue May 23, 2023 8:29 pm
Centerdoor running board shields (aprons)

Last post by Will_Vanderburg « Tue May 23, 2023 8:24 pm
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by Will_Vanderburg » Tue May 02, 2023 2:58 pm

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I know it’s been discussed at great length, and I’ve been in the discussion. But I want to pinpoint as close to an accurate answer I can.

Were splash aprons on a Centerdoor the same or different from other model offerings (touring/roadster)? Some people say the same, others say different.

I went over to a friends house who has a Centerdoor....

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OK.......

Here's some information that I think might be useful. I went to my friend's house and looked at and photographed his splash shields. His Centerdoor is a 1923 as it has a low steel firewall. His splash shields look exactly like those for a touring..

I phoned Kathy Tagert in Florida who owns a 1921 Centerdoor. She graciously...

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Tue May 23, 2023 8:24 pm
Pop-Up Model T Event: Nethercutt Museum, Thurs May 18

Last post by AndyClary « Tue May 23, 2023 7:07 pm
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by Chris Bamford » Wed May 10, 2023 9:59 am

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My beloved Michelle and I will be in Southern California next week. She and our son's family will be at Disneyland on May 17-19 and I'll be finding my own fun. Not that I couldn't join them, but my tolerance for all-day-Disney is similar to hers for all-day-old-cars. Best that we both follow our passions and share stories & pix in the evenings....

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Great way to spend the day! Thanks for posting.

Andy

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Last post by AndyClary
Tue May 23, 2023 7:07 pm
Ruckstell shift lock

Last post by Jeepster47 « Tue May 23, 2023 5:52 pm
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by Jeepster47 » Tue May 23, 2023 5:07 pm

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I am rebuilding a large drum ruckstell. My question is the shift lock is an early brass one. Are the parts internal interchangeable with the second generation cast ones ? My p113 shift clevis shows signs of wear and chips at the two lock notches.

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Thank you , my plan is to change over to the late style shift lock. Right now just wanting to get it as safe as possible with what I have .. until I get a late style p158c to swap out with the one I have.

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Tue May 23, 2023 5:52 pm
Gaskets

Last post by Mark Gregush « Tue May 23, 2023 5:13 pm
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by JBog » Tue May 23, 2023 4:27 pm

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In general, do you really need any gaskets on the model T? Other than the head gasket, couldn’t you just use various permatex products where you would use a cork or cardboard gasket?

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Gaskets aren't that costly. You can order just the gaskets you need from Lang's. I would not order the set, they come with too many extras, but you can buy a set if you want without the head gasket. Some locations as Scott suggested, do need the correct thickness of gaskets. In addition to the pan & hogs head felt, the timing cover needs a thin...

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Last post by Mark Gregush
Tue May 23, 2023 5:13 pm
A wonderful Model T Day in Southern California

Last post by SurfCityGene « Tue May 23, 2023 3:55 pm
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by Chris Bamford » Tue May 23, 2023 1:26 am

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So there I was, at loose ends for a few days last week in Anaheim, CA whilst Lady Michelle and our youngest son, his wife and the grandboy were enjoying some All-Disney-All-Three-Days time.

Forum member and Long Beach Chapter member Gene Carrouthers offered to swing by the hotel and pick me up for a day of Model T tire kicking and related fun....

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Chris, We really enjoyed the day with you and glad you had a great time. You know, sometimes it's nice to have a reason to get the T's out for some joy riding around stopping in at a friends house to bother them. Seems like we can always learn something new.

My experience has been that our T community is unique because wherever you go you can...

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Last post by SurfCityGene
Tue May 23, 2023 3:55 pm
Can we help you?

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by Dollisdad » Tue May 23, 2023 9:45 am

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Great tid bit Norm.

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Last post by Dollisdad
Tue May 23, 2023 3:02 pm
26/27 running board support orientation ?

Last post by John Codman « Tue May 23, 2023 2:20 pm
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by JonLevine » Mon May 22, 2023 10:35 pm

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I am piecing together a 26 roadster pickup. The 26 chassis I stated with came with the two correct 26/27 running board supports but the rivets had been cut and they were removed from the frame. I notice that they are identical and that they have two small holes in them in the area in between the frame rails. One hole is right in the center of the...

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On my '27 touring car there is nothing attached to either running board support on the right side, and no extra holes in the supports on the right side. Any holes other then for the mounting brackets are on the driver's side front and rear.

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Last post by John Codman
Tue May 23, 2023 2:20 pm
Blacksmith made

Last post by Rich Eagle « Tue May 23, 2023 12:35 pm
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by Rich P. Bingham » Tue May 23, 2023 9:51 am

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Interesting tailgate hardware, obviously hand-made by a competent blacksmith. What an art !! Wish this was on my pickup box. :lol:

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That is probably the nicest hardware I have seen for that. Wagon manufacturing surely refined the art. This is a version from a past post:

Your bed for the '13 is pretty darn nice.
The trailer we found near Bluedome in the mid '60s is surviving gracefully. It had a Model T running board for a tailgate.
trailer1.jpg
The hardware for it is...

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Last post by Rich Eagle
Tue May 23, 2023 12:35 pm
SHOTGUN MUFFLER

Last post by Craig Leach « Tue May 23, 2023 10:55 am
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by Professor Fate » Sat May 13, 2023 3:39 pm

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I'm thinking about running a straight pipe exhaust with muffler delete. How much do i need to crimp the exhaust outlet to create enough back pressure? Could drill the last foot or less to make for exhaust gas release too.
Thoughts?

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Hi Dan,
You seem to get more seat of the pants performance input than I do. I'm going to go out on a limb here. Every time you change the flow
characteristics of a engines exhaust you change more than the sound. If you think of an engine as a air pump and you increase the flow
out of the engine you will increase the flow into it also. This will...

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Last post by Craig Leach
Tue May 23, 2023 10:55 am
Folks with their Fords

Last post by Jerry VanOoteghem « Tue May 23, 2023 10:27 am
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by Dollisdad » Sun May 21, 2023 11:31 pm

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Photo #2: Ingenious solution to more storage while still retaining the turtle deck.

Photo #10: Caption: ... and your little dog too

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Last post by Jerry VanOoteghem
Tue May 23, 2023 10:27 am
FJ - Meet “ Lineman “ In Missouri May 18th and 20th

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by FreighTer Jim » Sat May 13, 2023 11:26 am

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Thanks to Dean Yoder for helping name
The 1925 Model T Telephone Truck 👍

Dean worked for The Telephone Company
for most of his Life before he retired 📞

Meet “ Lineman “ in Missouri

May 18th

Springfield Missouri Sam’s Club ✅
7 am to 10 am (or later)

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May 20th

St. Louis Missouri Sam’s Club
7 am to 12 noon...

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Come Visit “ Lineman “
at The MTFCA Museum
in Richmond, Indiana

FJ

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Tue May 23, 2023 9:35 am
Heli Coil

Last post by speedytinc « Tue May 23, 2023 8:15 am
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by John_Aldrich » Sun May 21, 2023 7:34 pm

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Anyone know where I can find a Heli coil kit 7/16-24 ?

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Question is where on the timing cover the problem hole is.
Is there room for an insert? There isnt much meat available.

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Tue May 23, 2023 8:15 am

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