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I’m making some serious progress in rewooding my Touring. I’m to the point where I’m fitting body panels and am looking ahead for supplies. Does anyone know a source for the rivets that attach the cowl above the #2 pillars? I don’t see them specifically listed in any of the vendor catalogs. Would they pull double duty somewhere else on the car? Or...

I'm getting a snapping noise in the transmission when I depress the pedal to back up any ideas? It will still backup and forward works good, it only does it one or two times and still backs up

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Now that the auction is over I was curious where some of Rich's paintings ended up. Anyone else in here win anything in the sale or have one of his paintings? My wife and I couldn't decide between two and ended up with both but paid more than I expected. I have never bought artwork before but felt they were worth whatever they went for so I am...

I am attempting to recharge my magneto magnets, which I've successfully done in the past for this engine, with each magnet capable of supporting a 2 LB steel weight. But last summer, the cutout failed, and afterwards the magneto barely worked. I've seen other posts implying that a shorted cutout could apply a DC voltage across the coil ring,...

Hi all,
Maybe someone out there can help me to identify this parts?
Thanks anyway.

Andre
Belgium

More precisely, the diameter of the machined surface where the inner wheel bearing sits. I bought two used spindles from one of the suppliers, since mine were abused (strawberried) with a center punch. The left one measures 1.190 which as far as I know is how it should be. The right one measures 1.188 . Is it still good to go? Should I look for a...

just saw this on FB.............

I have two of the older Texas T Distributors (-I think that is who made these) with the Bosch head. Both of these have the bell-crank timing adjustment rods if that helps identify them. Has anyone actually removed the head on these and removed it from the mast? If so, what is the trick to releasing the Distributor head from the body??

TIA

Edit: The splash guard was too bent in the area hitting after looking at a new one, I bent it back and it travels full course now. Thanks everyone and that one guy who said it looked bent.

I think I asked before, I not sure but here goes. My spark quadrant has its notches, roughly in the middle it has this large notch, the lever stood there and...

I called myself looking up these measurements but can’t find anything with the exception of a letter of change in 1912. Your help would be greatly appreciated. Best John

Need Mike’s contact info for parts purchase.
Thank you MTFCA

Can anyone help me identify if this is the correct steering column for a 1912 tourabout? I’ve never seen a rectangular plate through the dashboard on any other vehicle. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

I am in search of the horn ring that is suppose to be with this steering wheel. I have the complete wheel and fixtures including the bracket that houses the horn ring and mounts to the steering gear box. I have the keys and everything works great. Anybody have a spare horn ring or at least a good photo of the ring. May be able to make it....

A T I am working on has a new set of Bitner coils. They look really nice. My local coil expert tells me they were really good coils. My first experience with his coils.
I took em to out thursday T party. (Teck session) Coils were way out of tune. Points are not marked KW or any other parentage.
Points took a lot of tweaking, but came in excellent...

When I rebuild my front ends, I pack the pitman arm ball, and the tie rod ball with old fashioned fiberous wheel bearing grease, but what about the future lubrication? If you wish to remove the ball caps and repack them, good for you. I'm a little bit on the lazy side, so this is what I do. While oiling the oil cups I squirt some oil into the...

I'm sure many of you would agree with me that it's important for our kids (and grand-kids) to learn about important historical figures such as Henry Ford and the history of the automobile, in particular, the one that was first to be mass produced on an assembly line - our beloved Model T!

I have taken the time to update my Model T site's kids...

Can anyone supply the distance they moved the front stake pocket back to the second design?

I'm sure this question has been asked many times before, thanks for your patience. My friend has a 1922 Model T. Is it possible to convert the steering to 5-1? If so, what must be changed?

Edit: I doni deed have the early horn, there was only the 2 and 1 post variants, mine was modified to be used in a later setup, literally 2 rubber washers on one post fixed the issue. Idk why it is now a bit quieter but it works and is like everything else on the thing, good enough. Thanks for the reply.

I hear many things from people and I'm...

Edit: solved, I had the drag link rod backwards so the worn side was on the tie rod when it was to be the less worn side. After flipping it around and putting the spring cap back on the other side it's fine now.

On the end that goes to the ball on the tie rod was there a different shorter spring loaded cap? I have a new pitman arm but s worn...

My hood support rod keeps moving rearward. It only takes about 10 miles of driving for the rod to slide off off the cradle on the radiator. Is this normal? Is there a common fix?

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I’m working on a 1926 Roadster I just got, and the guy gave me an extra axle assembly.

On the end of one of the spindles, sticking out ahead of the axle is this thing. Anyone know what the heck it is?

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So I finished another week at my parents working on the model T with my dad and sister. I feel like it’s mechanically and electrically good enough for now so we started on getting the body all together. My dad had bought this partially restored 35 years ago but life kept him too busy to work on it.

A couple of body related questions that I’ve...

When did Ford incorporate the diffuser inside the transmission cover? My guess would be 1925, It is cast into the cover inside just under the top of the inspection cover.

Anyone on Big Island Hawaii?

Trying to pull up some information on Howell's Sheet Metal and a company comes up, Antique Auto Manufacturing. Both are in Beaumont, Texas. Did they change names, Sell out? Anybody deal with Antique Auto Manufacturing? Or is it the same run around?

Look at the pictures of this brake material. I got this in a load of stuff from a gentleman that cleaned out Ford dealerships in the 50/60. It looks like 26/27 brake material. Did Ford ever sell it in bulk? The roll is held closed by a small tack in each end. See pictures. I looked in some of my parts list and don’t see it unless it’s the 10 sets...

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Hey Guys!

My first of at least two planned Model T related books is available for sale today! The e-book is available from several vendors. Paperback will be available in a couple of weeks! Link to all of the current vendors is below!

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The Internet is changing so rapidly, even I have to scramble to keep up sometimes!
Now that Flash Player is no longer supported by any mainstream browsers, I had to change a lot of the code for my website. What does this have to do with Model T's I hear you ask? Simple, I had to (temporarily) remove the music library from my website until I could...

I'm so pleased to be able to share this piece of good news - at the recent Mid Coast Ford Motorfest, my car club's flagship car show, through independent judges invited to judge each category at the show, my Model T won 'Best Historic (Pre 1939)' :D

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The Great Lakes Advocate ran the following story...

Mid Coast Ford Motorfest...

I went to an estate sale this morning for a radiator for a T and came across this dash. I picked it up since the price was right. Can anyone tell me what it came from? If I can make it work for my C cab I am building I would love to have a speedometer.

Well it has finally happened to MTFCA. I was trying to help out a neighbor who is new to the Model T family. He needed several 1926/27 Model T parts to go a long way to get his 1926 Model T roadster up and running. I put an ad on this parts section as a favor to him. A gentleman in Utah sent photos and had all the items needed. My neighbor agreed...

Hi everyone,
I need head bolts to use with my RAJO OHV. Does anyone know what to use? Thanks for your suggestions.

Manny

Hi Folks,
I've survived 76 years without the need of mechanical devices to enhance the quality or longevity of my life but things have changed and I now need a pacemaker to help my ticker pump at an adequate rate. I have found that while driving my '23, some electronic devices (remote garage door opener for one ) have at times malfunctioned. I...

Went to Panama City beach Pier Park and found this restaurant licensed by the Ford Motor Company.
The food was Great!

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Hello,

This is Steven Cross with Zink Motor Company Ford in Appleton City MO. I am wanting to see if anyone has photos of a T era dealership that includes closed garage door/s? We are a 112 year old Ford dealership operating in a 107 year old Ford designed building. I am compiling a project list for a local historic preservation grant...

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Is there a Kevlar band supplier out there that you would recommend? I don't know what brand Lang's offers, but they are out of stock on them.
Is there a good, better or best ranking with these or are they mostly the same?

Thanks.

Steve

I know there are some brass era folks here, can anyone ID this axle? I had an 09, axle tube was straight, and later I think they went to an I beam, so this one with a curved axle tube would be from what? Thanks, Clayton 8CFD1E09-3E5E-4EB0-9536-5D4FDFCEC4E2.jpeg 71DE685B-8A55-49C7-8165-4B94AD496F29.jpeg CEF7EC36-2045-4769-B38E-40C327AE1A26.jpeg

I am looking for drawings with dimensions for the side curtains for a 26-27 Roadster.

Also, does anyone have pictures of how they modified them to provide more clear viewing area on both sides?

Can someone provide a list of the fasteners and the type used for the windshield and each top iron? Are any of these used for both the top and side...

I need to find out the tire valve that was used on the 26-7 Ford wire wheels originally. I also want to know if this valve was carried over into the 28-9 Model A production.
The reason for this question is that the die hard Model A guys were interested in getting the correct valves stems for their cars. They contacted Schrader, as I recall, to see...

Does anyone know the size of the material on a 26/27 parking brake band? This Dan

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I've had several folks ask about installing the new starter field coil kits with the post pre-installed. This is a little different from how you install the Wilson field coils since the post bolt is now pre-installed on the ones I'm making. Its actually a lot easier than installing the Wilson ones but would apply to those as well if you install...

Does anyone know of a current source for the gear reduction 12v starters? We need one within the next few weeks.

TIA

When I removed the gear case cover and moved the steering wheel, I saw the pins move from side to side. I removed the steering shaft and with some difficulty removed 2 of the pins. I cleaned the pins, gears, and pin holes with cleaner to get all the grease off them. I measured the following:
Gear hole diameters: .378, .380 and .380 inches.
Pin...

I'm trying to find out what valve stem was used on a 1915 Jeffery. I know this isn't T related, but maybe someone can help me help my friend. This is for an inner tube. A Schrader number would be helpful. I don't know the tire size.

I am in the process of rebuilding some flywheels. Installing new ring gears, like I have done many times before.
Tried to install a new brass screw in a hole about halfway through and would not start. Turns out some chinaman missed tapping it. This is second one I have seen in a couple years. Not sure of the age of this ring gears, but watch out...

These two drag link end caps have been in my stash forever. One opinion is these pressed metal caps were used very early in production. Another branded them cheap, spurious replacements. What say you?

They show very little wear if any on one of them. They certainly have not been filed down like a lot of the later forged type. 20250624_162119.jpg...

Hello everyone,
I would need the clearenc between the clutch shift (transmission clutch slide collar) and the driving plate shaft of a 26/27 engine. What was the factory measurement?
Can someone help me.
My driving plate shaft was badly worn and I turned it off 0.016 inches. Now i do a new transmission clutch slide collar.

Thank you
Markus

Assistance is needed to document what the key pictured below is used for, when it was introduced and who made it, if it was produced by an outside vendor. Thank you in advance for any information and have a great day.

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Not Model T but I need some assistance
Can someone recommend someone who can make a cushion like the one pictured at a reasonable price? Rough dimensions are pictured but I'm no DaVinci. Whomever does the job can use the existing cushion for more accurate measurements.
It's for my 1923 ALF Brockway Torpedo.
I'm in the Detroit area.
Thanks

Anyone on the forum going?

Just a reminder for the Put in bay trip for July 13 ,boat is filling up for the 10:00 boat, line up is 9:30, parking at Walmart just a few miles away for rigs. 1:00 is parade , please contact Miller Ferry ahead of time for pre ticket sales so they know how many will be there.
Thanks Joe Bell 419-618-1025

I am looking at a 25 T coupe for myself and i happened to notice that it had 21 inch tires like a 26 27 wire wheel but it's a demountable rim on a wood wheel. i know it might seem like a stupid question but most wood wheels i've seen on T's were 23 or 24 inch wheels. was this a later wheel used on late 25 cars?

I just bought a Marquette tool to attempt to change my tires (since I ticked off ever tire place in town because of these clinchers). I wanted to ask if anyone has any literature or just pictures or a video of exactly how it is supposed to be used. Also, I saw a video once of a man mounting clincher tires on some English car. He placed a thin...

My first go around with putting original metal stems into a modern tube. What’s the best way to pull the old brass core out now that I’ve cut off most of the rubber valve stem? There’s a fair bit to grab on to but it’s bonded to the tube very well. Wanted to ask the experts before I goof.

I’m working on a 26 Tudor with my dad. He bought it 35 years ago partially restored with lots of parts and pieces in several boxes and it’s sat like that ever since. I’ve figured out most of them, but can’t figure out what this group is yet. We are just getting started on the body so maybe it will become evident as we go, but thought I’d reach out...

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I recently came across these remnants of a carbide generator.
It is a side mount type of generator. Holy cow, what happened to it?
Is it just showing the effects of age and brass cracking from the spinning process? I have seen other pieces of brass get this way, but not to the extent this one has suffered. It looks shredded.

Today is my 93td birthday. I am in good health and still have my 1910 Touring I bought when I was 14 .

I had 4 inches of movement at the steering wheel before the tires would start to move. Now I have less than 1 inch of movement. I replaced the 3 pins that go in the steering shaft, the three pinion gears in the gear case and the gear in the center. It made quire a difference.

I am restoring a 26 Fordor and am at the point of installing the dash and windshield. Starting at the cowl, there is a thin strip of wood then the dash panel and then the windshield frame (glass installed). How is the windshield frame sealed to the top of the dash panel? Does that seal run up the sides of the WS frame to the break in the WS.

I have released my latest documentary. This one is about the traffic in Toronto in the 1920s. Lots of Model T content of course! Hope you find it enjoyable to watch.

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I have 30 x 3.5 demountable wheels. Two have been rebuilt by Stutzman and two are original. One of the original wheels has a single spoke that has a crack. In fact, there is a crack on both sides which may go all the way thru....I don't know. The spoke is otherwise very solid and the other spokes are likewise very solid. The tenons are in good...

Hello, I've researched PCV discussions but don't seem to find a picture of a modern PCV Valve addition to a T engine. Please post a picture of an in-situ PCV Valve addition to your T engine. Bonus points for parts list. Thank you!

I just recently found a company in Louisville, KY that makes custom battery cables per your request at extremely reasonable prices. The company name is Custom Battery Cables and the website is batterycablesusa.com. They only use USA made cable and parts. The website allows you to custom design any cable, any end configuration and color for what I...

A set of six coils I rebuilt 26 years ago came back to be adjusted.. in checking the secondaries, all passed, but on two coils capacitor leakage was indicated. All six of these coils had the orange drop capacitor installed on that first rebuild.. replaced those two with new stock orange drops and they just work fine right now. What would cause the...

Is anyone here picking up/transporting lots from the Richard Eagle estate who might be able to help me transport my lots to Northern Utah? I'll be near Salt lake city from the 21st to the 26th.

I would like help in identifying this wire wheel. If possible, could someone please post photos of the correct hub and hub cap to fit this wheel? Thanks in advance.

I'm trying to identify the manufacturer of a non ford script gear. It appears to be the same as a ford gear but the axle it came off of was a little shorter and the key slot was different. I'd like to use it but with the proper key. IMG_5768 3.jpg

Attempting to get my dad’s 1916 Touring running again for the first time in five years or more to commemorate his memory on Fathers' Day. Unfortunately the oil drain plug was stuck and I stripped it trying to get it off. I can see a thread or two but it just spins either way, can’t get it off can’t tighten it back up. I thought of a couple things...

I do not know what others do or have done to install the the original hold downs for the hood. I should have done it while the engine was out but I am new to the T community. Below is a tool I made that holds the spring in compression such that the installation can be accomplished readily with just 2 hands. My 12 T has the later hogshead with the...

My private messages are full. I see how to mark them, but how can I delete the marked ones?

As the pround new owner of an exhaust whistle, I’m curious as to where the pedal mounts. I would think that there are a couple of different possibilities, but I’m wondering if anyone can share their experiences. I’d rather not mount it, only to find out that there is a better option after I drill holes and cut the floor mat.

Thanks,
Scott

Anyone have an idea when the change from 6 screw coils to 4 screw coils is?

Just got approvals a few minutes ago. I applied on 6/2. See ya' there! :)

My 1926 Tudor has been modifies with a distributor and coil. I get anywhere from 5 to 1 mile and it stalls and will not statrt. No sparks. I have burnt 5 coils so far. What can cause the coil to die?

I attended the Model T Ford Homecoming last weekend and had an opportunity to drive the museum’s depot hack. It was a lot of fun, but I was surprised at how much vibration there was while the engine was running and while I was driving.

Also had an opportunity to ride in a friend’s Model T and, again, I was a little surprised at how much vibration...

This weekend I was able to go for a ride in my friend's well sorted '15 Runabout. Afterwards, while driving my '14 Touring around town, the additional rattles in my car became more obvious. I know that the Rocky Mountain brake rods and the regular parking brake rods are close and bang together every chance that they get, I figure that some split...

Good morning y'all got a good one for you. I'm currently helping a friend with a T he just bought. it's titled as a 23 but the engine is a 4 dip 25 motor based on what I'm seeing. he bought it since he has a boiled pnut business and wanted a vehicle to not only sell pnuts out of but as essentially a rolling advertisement. so far it's been a...

I’ve put together a lot of Holley G carburetors, there’s about 80 seats in that picture since I started saving them, but I’ve never came across a mixing chamber cover that read,”Holley Bros”. I know the earlier ones (pre-T) said that but I’ve never seen it on a G.
Lots of different variations though of just the brass ones. I’ve only ever came...

when replacing the 17-22 wood fire wall with the low steel replacement fire wall are spacer washers needed betwern the frame mounting brackets and the metal firewall? If so what are its dimensions. Thanks for your support. Jp

I need help in seeing if this fan fits a 1925 Model T

last edit i think: Someone brought to my attention this being the wrong horn, I kinda thought so as well, I am not going to buy another horn any time soon, but what horn would be correct?

Edit again: Teflon on the bolt and a rubber washer before the nut fixed my issues.

Edit: how do I isolate the bracket from the steering column bolt, is there...