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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.

Can’t log in? Want to test posting pics without causing clutter here? You don’t have to have a userid to post, and you don’t even have to give your info, just post away and...

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1908 Model S

Last post by TXGOAT2 « Fri Mar 24, 2023 7:33 pm
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by Neversurrender » Wed Mar 22, 2023 12:52 pm

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Hi I recently bought a 1908 Model S from an estate. The owner bought it in 1959. The car was loved its whole life BUT I know nothing about it. Any help would be great, I would like to start it and give it a drive. The family wanted me to own it so it would be cared for.

I collect cars but not this old. The car needs to be freshened up and has a...

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Antique stationary engine people might have some early McCord oilers.

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Fri Mar 24, 2023 7:33 pm
Identify this Steering Column if you can #1

Last post by W Austen « Fri Mar 24, 2023 6:14 pm
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by MT5Tony » Thu Mar 23, 2023 1:50 pm

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Please help identify this steering column (#1) and the vehicle it was used on.

Length of column tube is ~ 46 inches.
Spark and throttle levers are about 11 inches down the column from the steering wheel spiders.
Part number 344253 and a 4 with a (triangle K) proof mark are cast-in-place on the gearbox housing.

Thanks in advance for your help....

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My mistake wrong place #2 is the Mitchell

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Fri Mar 24, 2023 6:14 pm
Warford transmission bearings

Last post by ClaytonPaddison « Fri Mar 24, 2023 1:28 pm
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by Roger Byrne » Sat Nov 26, 2022 11:01 am

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I've got a couple questions on Warford transmissions. First, are the gears/bearings in the aluminum case and the cast iron case, the same? Second, I see that there are replacement bearing sets available but they are listed as fitting either the 1923-24 Warfords or the 1925-27 version. Is there a way to date when these transmissions were built . ....

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this may be what you are looking for. Warford Bearings.pdfCraig.

Craig, that is exactly what I need. I had seen this list earlier, but like a moron did not realize that the '23-'24 style IS the aluminum case and the later '25-'27 style is the Iron case.

That's what I get for looking at this at night when I'm tired..lol! :D

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Fri Mar 24, 2023 1:28 pm
Should I Throw These Away

Last post by BLB27 « Fri Mar 24, 2023 10:47 am
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by BLB27 » Thu Mar 23, 2023 11:22 am

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These regulators are from my 1927 coupe. I purchased new ones. Should I throw these away or would someone find a use for them?

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William, They are spoken for. Sorry.

Bruce

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Fri Mar 24, 2023 10:47 am
Question about mounting a speedo gear to a hub

Last post by Steve Jelf « Fri Mar 24, 2023 10:43 am
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by Reno Speedster » Wed Mar 22, 2023 11:51 pm

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I just received an early hub with the machined step and three holes for mounting a speedo drive gear directly to the hub. I thought the holes for mounting the gear would be threaded but they don’t seem to be. Should they be threaded and if not, how is the gear mounted?

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...I am rebuilding my wheels...
Your wheels originally came from the factory with ball bearings. Later, about 1920, Ford changed to Timken roller bearings. The roller bearing cups were easily removed by hitting them from the back with drift and a hammer. But a drift could not reach the low-profile Timken cups. So Ford added notches to the hubs...

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Fri Mar 24, 2023 10:43 am
Forum is slow

Last post by Luke « Thu Mar 23, 2023 6:50 pm
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by Oldav8tor » Fri Mar 17, 2023 6:49 pm

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I'm not sure if I'm the only one but for me the forum is running unusually slowly today. I checked my own upload/download speeds and they are normal. Anyone else having trouble?

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As a general rule, if you're having trouble accessing a site it's a good idea to try it in 'private mode' (some browsers may call it 'anonymous' mode).

If you find that works ok then clearing out your cache may be all that's needed to fix the problem in 'normal' mode, sometimes it can also assist in identifying a problematic extension.

This was...

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Last post by Luke
Thu Mar 23, 2023 6:50 pm
Starter amperage draw?

Last post by Luke « Thu Mar 23, 2023 6:43 pm
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by Moxie26 » Sat Mar 18, 2023 11:53 am

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What would be the average acceptable amperage draw on a Model T starter?

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In case anyone wants to print out Frank's sheet this may assist:

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Last post by Luke
Thu Mar 23, 2023 6:43 pm
New Battery

Last post by 22centerdoor « Thu Mar 23, 2023 5:58 pm
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by Waldo » Wed Mar 22, 2023 10:48 am

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just a note for all so they don't repeat an episode like mine. I recently bought a new battery for my touring. Like everything else it cost more and was a little smaller than the battery it replaced. It definitly does not fill the battery cage, but neither did the previous battery. It appeared to be secured as it should be with the stock T hold...

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All batteries have standard sizes.

There is one 12 volt battery that very close to those 6 Volt dimensions.

What most people don't realize is that 12 volt battery has six more cell walls and three more cell partitions.

Tha situation results in far fewer internal plates that make the electricity.

That situation also results in the battery...

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Thu Mar 23, 2023 5:58 pm
Original Tire Valves

Last post by Original Smith « Thu Mar 23, 2023 5:18 pm

by Original Smith » Thu Mar 23, 2023 5:18 pm

Whether you use Schrader, Dill or Bridgeport tire valves, the choice is yours. I like 2 3/4 valves as opposed to the original 3 length. You still use the same number of threads, and there is just enough room for the rim nut. With the dust cap installed you can't tell. Why? Probably that 1/4 cuts down the weight somewhat.
As for the new rubber...

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Thu Mar 23, 2023 5:18 pm
Requesting "Think tank"

Last post by speedytinc « Thu Mar 23, 2023 2:28 pm
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by Gen3AntiqueAuto » Wed Mar 22, 2023 9:04 pm

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Some of you have seen it happen on video - it's way worse now. I have an issue with the green thunderbolt - I thought it was akin to slamming a modern car into park but after watching the video I shot yesterday (bcking the car out to bring in another trans to rebuild on camera as requested) - it is definitely throwing the car forward when it...

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Tripple gear bushings are prone to locking up, so extra clearance is a good idea during a rebuild.
Even with extra clearance, they cant be run dry.
That goo will not lube those bushings or the drum bushings either for that matter.
Lurching problem solved.
I hope you will be able to disassemble the transmission without destroying it.
There is...

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Last post by speedytinc
Thu Mar 23, 2023 2:28 pm
Horn Question

Last post by Allan « Thu Mar 23, 2023 12:48 am
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by Mark Osterman » Wed Mar 22, 2023 9:59 pm

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Ok, why is the speed of the engine affecting the pitch of my motor type horn? I assumed that it was getting power from the battery which would be constant. Would it have to do with me changing my generator cutout to a diode?

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I'd like to hold the fun projects regulator in my hot little hand, if you have no further use for it!

Allan from down under.

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Last post by Allan
Thu Mar 23, 2023 12:48 am
Used Metal and Rubber Stemmed Tubes; Worth Anything?

Last post by Allan « Wed Mar 22, 2023 8:47 pm
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by ModelTWoods » Sun Mar 12, 2023 12:18 pm

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Today, I was going to throw in the trash, 5 old, cracked metal and 5 old cracked rubber stemmed 21 tubes. I, also, have 2 tubes that are not cracked and are still holding air. I have no idea how old the lot is, but I suspect even the newest are 60 years old or more. I went ahead and cut the metal valve stems from their tubes, These were original...

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That's the idea Steve. I have a collection of 4 gallon drums with half the top cut off, leaving the handle in place to tote them. Brass in one, copper in another, extruded aluminium in another, and one for electrical wiring. My son brings home stuff from his work installing solar systems. Lots of good clean copper wire and extruded alloy in the...

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Last post by Allan
Wed Mar 22, 2023 8:47 pm
Roadster Pickup on auction

Last post by Keith Daniels « Wed Mar 22, 2023 8:12 pm

by Keith Daniels » Wed Mar 22, 2023 8:12 pm

The roadster pickup and an A from Bardstown, Ky. are in an online auction, earlier today I thought for sure the delivery truck was on there but I don't see it now, there is a huckster on it. You'll see a Studebaker Lark on there, I was told today that's the only car left in that lot that's not sold. These were from the thread months ago listed as...

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Last post by Keith Daniels
Wed Mar 22, 2023 8:12 pm
Rear axle keyway

Last post by Art M « Wed Mar 22, 2023 7:56 pm
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by CrandallJ » Sun Mar 19, 2023 1:06 pm

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Replaced housing caps with the Snyders outer grease seals. The key doesn’t fit all the way into the keyway length wise. Solutions please.

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On. One axle the keyway extended too far outward, where the seal lip contacted. I filled in this area of the keyway.
The seal has been working for atheist 4000 miles.

Art Mirtes

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Last post by Art M
Wed Mar 22, 2023 7:56 pm
1912 Torpedo auction on BaT

Last post by oldtymer « Wed Mar 22, 2023 7:32 pm
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by NealW » Tue Mar 21, 2023 3:21 pm

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Less than 24 hours to go on this auction. Looks like a nice car, and seems like a pretty low current bid:

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The 26 truck on BAT looks like the one from John Lemon’s collection. Pics are still on the form in the vehicle section. the last post was in February of 2021.

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Last post by oldtymer
Wed Mar 22, 2023 7:32 pm
My first Blockley purchase

Last post by Ed Fuller « Wed Mar 22, 2023 6:09 pm
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by Steve Jelf » Mon Mar 20, 2023 12:48 am

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Late last Monday night, a little past midnight, I ordered two new front tyres (30 x 3) through the Blockley website. Later that morning (Tuesday) my card was charged. The amount was about $25 more than the cost of tyres (£298) plus shipping (£116). I assume that was Paypal's cut. On Wednesday at 8:26 AM British time the tyres were shipped. They...

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Steve, which works out to be cheaper?

Paying for shipping twice on two orders with no import tax.

Paying for shipping once on one order and paying the import tax.

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Last post by Ed Fuller
Wed Mar 22, 2023 6:09 pm
Some more Chickasha pics and finds

Last post by tdump « Wed Mar 22, 2023 3:23 pm
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by dobro1956 » Mon Mar 20, 2023 12:41 am

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Here are a few pics I took while at Chickasha and also some of my finds. My two favorite finds are the speedster body and the Wakasha intake ... The speedster body may be the next speedster project. Anyone interested in another 6-year long project :) thats how long it took to do the last one I did on the forum. The pics of the tools are tools that...

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Incline-O-meter Um, Similar to the Ball bank indicators I used at work to help determine the advised speed to take a curve on the hwy.

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Last post by tdump
Wed Mar 22, 2023 3:23 pm
Want To Buy 12 or 13 Runabout

Last post by impalamike « Wed Mar 22, 2023 3:09 pm
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by impalamike » Tue Mar 21, 2023 2:45 pm

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Looking for a 1912 or 1913 Runabout/Roadster restored or (unrestored but must have all pieces).

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I'm still looking Craig has a 13 and 14 beautiful ones but are show cars. I need a driver and something I can either restore or put
my touch to.

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Wed Mar 22, 2023 3:09 pm
Installation of the Fuel Line

Last post by Oldav8tor « Wed Mar 22, 2023 11:54 am
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by BLB27 » Tue Mar 21, 2023 9:19 pm

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I installed the fuel line as shown in the attached photo. After the install, it occurred to me that I maybe should have used a longer line and put more bends in it so that there is more give to accommodate engine vibrations. What do you think?

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I'd go with what Scott recommends - follow what Ford did. Also, to second Pat, I'd definitely go with steel line. I have an under-seat tank but discovered this when my copper-nickel brake line (gas line) started leaking at the carb shut-off valve. Vibration did this to the ends. Left one was in the sediment bowl, right one in the carb....

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Last post by Oldav8tor
Wed Mar 22, 2023 11:54 am
FJ - FREE small item enclosed transport along my current route for 2023 Chickasha Swap Meet private hobbyists

Last post by FreighTer Jim « Wed Mar 22, 2023 11:39 am

by FreighTer Jim » Wed Mar 22, 2023 11:39 am

August 22nd

Subject to availability

Free enclosed transport along my current route
[from Gallup, NM east along the I-40 corridor
to Corbin, Kentucky

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If you attended the 2023 Chickasha Swap Meet
as a private shopper - visitor - vendor
I want to personally Thank You.

Free transport does not apply...

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Last post by FreighTer Jim
Wed Mar 22, 2023 11:39 am
Filler up.

Last post by BobShirleyAtlantaTx « Wed Mar 22, 2023 10:50 am
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by Dollisdad » Sun Mar 19, 2023 1:23 am

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When I was a kid in the 50s, I pumped gas one tine from a visible gas pump. It was a lot of work to get 10 gallons up so it could be drained out, but a memory that has lasted a lifetime.

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Wed Mar 22, 2023 10:50 am
What is this?

Last post by Russ T Fender « Tue Mar 21, 2023 8:54 pm
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by Russ T Fender » Tue Mar 21, 2023 6:48 pm

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Found this in a pile of Model T parts. Is it some kind of anti-theft device? 2E3CB8C4-10F6-49BB-BCAE-F05EC8E0B8A1.jpeg

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Thanks, i guess I'll put it on my '14.

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Last post by Russ T Fender
Tue Mar 21, 2023 8:54 pm
Heat Pipes

Last post by TXGOAT2 « Tue Mar 21, 2023 8:27 pm
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by BLB27 » Tue Mar 21, 2023 8:23 pm

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Did heat pipes come from the factory on vehicles with NH carbs?

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They did on the later models. An exception would be 1926-27 cars with the Vaporizer set-up.

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Tue Mar 21, 2023 8:27 pm
Where to set float level....

Last post by Bruce Compton « Tue Mar 21, 2023 6:33 pm
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by Bryce S. » Wed Mar 08, 2023 12:48 pm

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All,

I am currently in the process of getting my carb fine tuned and am sealing my very old float but also want to be sure I am running it off of the right settings. I have a U&J carb and obviously information on these is fairly limited. Does anyone happen to know how high for me to set the float level and about how much my float should weight to...

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Bryce; I've done maybe 7-8 of the U&Js and the first one had no float (just the hinge). I bought the black float material from Langs but without knowing the correct dimensions, made a float that was way too thick, like around 5/8-3/4 thick. I set it so the top was level with the body when inverted but had a too lean mixture as the size of the...

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Last post by Bruce Compton
Tue Mar 21, 2023 6:33 pm
Top Saddle Support Arms

Last post by Mark Gregush « Tue Mar 21, 2023 4:29 pm
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by tom_strickling » Sun Mar 19, 2023 9:41 pm

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I finally found top sockets for my 24 roadster. My new crisis is that I ordered top saddle support arms

The reproduced arms have an 11/16 fine thread. They would not screw in and when I looked into it, the area where mine screw into are either 1/2 or 5/8 coarse. (I dont remember which)

ANYWAY. Does anyone have information on the thread...

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I just looked on line and found one on MacMaster Carr:

Yes, there are lots of other sizes, not all are listed on most tap/die/drill charts.

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Last post by Mark Gregush
Tue Mar 21, 2023 4:29 pm
Lincoln Mfg. Splitter on TT

Last post by Keith Daniels « Tue Mar 21, 2023 7:44 am
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by Keith Daniels » Sun Mar 19, 2023 9:15 pm

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Seeing Bushmikes post of his TT and the Hi-Lo got me thinking again. We were in Richmond at the museum today, there's probably info in the library but we were there late and didn't have time to look through anything, so, anyone on here that can tell me about this? I picked up the truck last fall and to be honest we have done very little to it this...

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It may be a 3, I figured it was 2 with a neutral. I'll pull the cover before we get it going, may not be able to see much without pulling the bed.

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Last post by Keith Daniels
Tue Mar 21, 2023 7:44 am
Final set of Chickasha pictures

Last post by dobro1956 « Mon Mar 20, 2023 2:12 pm
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by Upholstery Mike » Sun Mar 19, 2023 9:08 am

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These are the pictures I took before I left. Looking forward to going again in 2024.

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Adam, I agree. The attendance is off, but I have never went and not sold enough to pay for the spaces and trip, as well as making enough to get everything I bought basically free. We camp on the spaces, so we are there every minute available to shop and sell. I have sold stuff as late as 10.30 PM. Staying on the spaces also leaves extra money...

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Last post by dobro1956
Mon Mar 20, 2023 2:12 pm
Wanderng speedometer swivel?

Last post by TXGOAT2 « Mon Mar 20, 2023 12:44 pm
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by Steve Jelf » Mon Mar 20, 2023 12:28 pm

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The swivel for the Stewart 100 speedometer on my 1915 runabout is attached to the spindle arm by a clamp. Even with the nuts tightened to almost before it breaks , the clamp wants to wander and disengage the gears. So I'm wondering about installing a 2696B spindle arm, That's the one with a hole for mounting a swivel. But I wonder about the fit....

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I've had some good results tightening things like that by putting coarse grit, like coarse valve grinding compound, between the surfaces and then clamping. Coarse emery cloth might do as well.

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Last post by TXGOAT2
Mon Mar 20, 2023 12:44 pm
Only the Model T used the trembler coils.

Last post by TXGOAT2 « Mon Mar 20, 2023 12:21 pm
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by Been Here Before » Mon Mar 20, 2023 11:16 am

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I am up dating my AC coil tester (pictures to follow). During the work on the much looked down on buzz box tester, I wondered just how many other cars from 1907 to 1927 used the tremble coil for ignition?

And before the HCCT was introduced, just how did the coils get to be adjusted, not for ultimate performance, but to work and do the job of...

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Many early gasoline vehicles and many stationary engines used buzz coils. They work well on single cylinder applications and on very low speed multi-cylinder engines. In the case of engines with 4 or more cylinders operating at speeds over 600 RPM or so, time to fire of each individual coil can become an issue, with the result being that each...

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Last post by TXGOAT2
Mon Mar 20, 2023 12:21 pm
Depot Hack Body Plans

Last post by Craig Leach « Mon Mar 20, 2023 11:12 am
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by Btallon » Mon Mar 20, 2023 12:22 am

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Does anyone know where I could find depot hack body plans? I’m hoping to do a wooden body on a TT frame and could use reference material.

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Hi Brian,
If you are unable to contact Jay Cramer I have a copy of the original Hudson Wagon Works plans. They are a copy so I'm sure the ones Jay has
are much better.
Craig.

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Last post by Craig Leach
Mon Mar 20, 2023 11:12 am
A few Chickasha photos

Last post by dobro1956 « Mon Mar 20, 2023 12:36 am
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by Steve Jelf » Sun Mar 19, 2023 1:11 pm

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My camera suffered a grievous accident and was stuck together with Gorillla tape, but I managed to get a few shots.

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High art in the park.

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1912 Rock Island station. The first time I saw it, about 1986, was before restoration, and it still had a WHITE WAITING ROOM sign on one of the doors.

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Here are a few more pics of the Studebaker, It was a pretty nice car.
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Last post by dobro1956
Mon Mar 20, 2023 12:36 am
Moore Auxilury Transmission Help

Last post by Craig Leach « Mon Mar 20, 2023 12:33 am
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by moddamatt » Sun Mar 19, 2023 11:09 am

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So I went to Chickasha this year for the first time and gotta say even though I could only make it early on friday, it was a really fun experience. I ended up purchasing a Moore Auxilury trans from a couple of guys and need some info one it. I have already found the few forum posts on it I could but I seem to have a mid mount model intended for a...

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Hi Matthew,
I'm referring to the end you are having trouble getting the U/joint part out of that appears to be TT shaft size. That
seem to be the rear of your tranny. On a RM its the front that the tube clamps in. I'm thinking you have a adapted set
up and will need to do more adapting to make it work for what you want. I will try to take pics...

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Last post by Craig Leach
Mon Mar 20, 2023 12:33 am
***1926-1927 Snubbing Units, a Genuine Ford Approved Accessory for Model T***

Last post by VowellArt « Sun Mar 19, 2023 9:02 pm
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by VowellArt » Sat Mar 18, 2023 4:23 pm

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I promised Jim Mahaffey I wouldn't post these until after his articles on Model T Ford Snubbers for 1926-1927 close cars finished its run in Model T Times (MTFCI semi annual publication), the last issue of that was supposed to hit about January (I think), so I thought I'd go ahead and post these here.

These are a little known item that the Ford...

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Jim, I am not subscribed to it, so I thought it was a simi annual rag. Bi-monthly huh? Okay I'll make a note of that, thanks. :)

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Last post by VowellArt
Sun Mar 19, 2023 9:02 pm
More Chickasha Pictures

Last post by FreighTer Jim « Sun Mar 19, 2023 7:58 pm
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by Upholstery Mike » Sat Mar 18, 2023 6:36 pm

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A few more pictures from Chickasha 2023

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Thanks for posting you guys !

FJ

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Last post by FreighTer Jim
Sun Mar 19, 2023 7:58 pm
Help with radiator fit, 1927 Touring

Last post by John kuehn « Sun Mar 19, 2023 5:17 pm
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by bmklawt » Sat Mar 18, 2023 4:44 pm

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The radiator on my Touring has never fit right, I had thought it was the frame, it was bent and welded, I bought a new frame and brought it to frame shop and had them make sure it was correct per the frame drawing I have. Now that I putting it together with the new frame I am having the same problems, It's as if my radiator is to high, I can pull...

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Scott C. makes a good point.
Sometimes when we get started restoring a T it’s really tempting to add all new parts as much as possible and especially the fasteners. You can find cans of nuts, bolts, radiator springs and etc in boxes on trailers and pickups at swap meets from others who gathered them up from home or wherever.
It’s best to keep...

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Last post by John kuehn
Sun Mar 19, 2023 5:17 pm
Chrome in the Dome 2023

Last post by TXGOAT2 « Sun Mar 19, 2023 12:18 pm
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by Rich Eagle » Sun Mar 19, 2023 11:36 am

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Our local club supports a car show in Pocatello that helps support ISU's Automotive program. We also sustain a couple scholarships there.
Joy manages a club booth, so we are obligated to go. I always admire the chrome and creative efforts of all who show cars but find two days of the show a bit tedious except for seeing old friends there. This...

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It's nice to be able to see the way automotive engineering, configuration, and styling advanced through the decades. I think it's good for people too young to have seen cars older than about year 2000, let alone pre-WWI & WWII cars, to see them up close.

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Last post by TXGOAT2
Sun Mar 19, 2023 12:18 pm
No pictures from Chickasha?

Last post by namdc3 « Sun Mar 19, 2023 9:24 am
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by Dan Hatch » Sat Mar 18, 2023 1:46 pm

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How come no one posted any pictures from Chickasha? Was no one there? Guess it didn’t happen if there are no pictures. Show us what you guys found.

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A great time as always. I sold a lot and bought a lot. I got a couple of Weaver Auto Twin Jacks, an original ruckstell shift link rod, part of a set of very early pre-beehive hasslers to hang on the wall, a Chicago Mark-E trans, an original metal battery box cover, etc, etc, etc. It’s also great to catch up with friends I rarely see....

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Last post by namdc3
Sun Mar 19, 2023 9:24 am
Chickasha Pictures

Last post by Upholstery Mike « Sun Mar 19, 2023 9:04 am
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by Upholstery Mike » Sat Mar 18, 2023 6:33 pm

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Just some pictures from Chickasha 2023

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You're welcome

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Last post by Upholstery Mike
Sun Mar 19, 2023 9:04 am
Transport needed WV to MA

Last post by A400 « Sun Mar 19, 2023 8:51 am

by A400 » Sun Mar 19, 2023 8:51 am

Looking to have a Model T transported from WV to MA. Flexible on timing, experience hauling T s required along with references. Please PM me with contact info.

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Sun Mar 19, 2023 8:51 am
1924 Coupe Gives Back Hidden Legroom

Last post by Duey_C « Sun Mar 19, 2023 12:57 am
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by Model T Ron » Tue Feb 28, 2023 8:52 pm

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I had my new to me 1924 Coupe delivered on 2/24/23 and I plan on making a few minor changes. First off removing the package shelf should give me an additional 5'' of legroom. Below are a few photos of her being dropped off by Bill from Bill's Auto Works. If you ever need a car transported I recommend him....very professional and excellent service.

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That view from the seat looks real fair Ron. Thank you!
Ooh, foam for a Touring seat back. Tim the ol' aviator did something there also but I forget.
Mack, I'm one of the hoodlums to zee the hand brake lever some years back and it is quite an improvement.
A few fellows had issues with/fears about breaking the lever but mine went smooth.
:)

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Sun Mar 19, 2023 12:57 am
Air intake for Zenith S4BF Carburetor

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by BarnesvilleT » Fri Mar 17, 2023 9:57 pm

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The engine I have for my 26 Coupe came with the S4BF on it without a hot air intake.
I am getting ready to try and start the engine and was wondering what I could do to put an intake
on the carb. At this time I don't even know if the carb is any good. I have found some old brochures for
the kit that was sold and it shows a hot air intake attached...

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You are most welcome.

If in good shape, the Zenith is a wonderful carb...I just didn't want to see you struggle starting the engine with an unknown commodity...might have been just fine, but you just never know.

Best of luck and keep everyone posted with your progress

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Sat Mar 18, 2023 8:14 pm
Eastside A's 51st Annual Swap Meet, Sunday March 19th.

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by Pep C Strebeck » Sat Mar 11, 2023 9:34 am

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Yes, it is put on by one of the local Model A clubs, but I will be sneaking in Model T parts when no one is looking. Next Sunday (March 19th) doors open at 8:00AM. In the past it has received such glowing reviews such as (actual comments overheard in the past):

Better than sitting at home on a dreary Sunday.

It's never as bad as you think it...

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There will be a few T people in attendance. I went for the first time last year and came home with a couple of goodies.

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Sat Mar 18, 2023 7:36 pm
Help me identify these pistons

Last post by speedytinc « Sat Mar 18, 2023 6:53 pm
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by Jacob Mangold » Sat Mar 18, 2023 3:59 pm

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Took the head off my 24 tt and I discovered a pleasant surprise. It has aluminum pistons. I just want to know what year, manufacturer, and if they are high compression, if possible.
Thanks in advance,
Jacob Mangold

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Some are marked inside on the skirt. Jahns comes to mind.

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Sat Mar 18, 2023 6:53 pm
Purchased ParTs

Last post by Bryant « Sat Mar 18, 2023 6:24 pm
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by Bryant » Fri Jan 13, 2023 7:56 pm

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I love getting new to me parTs in the mail
I received these NOS rear spring shackles today. Found on T-bay 70$ to my door. Not bad! B6DCC6B3-3AB0-4394-BA9A-AA10E5F41E33.jpeg
What have you purchased for your Model T lately?
Bryant

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Noted!
Bryant

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Sat Mar 18, 2023 6:24 pm
New clincher rims from “Vintage rims “ in Australia.

Last post by Allan « Sat Mar 18, 2023 5:58 pm
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by donald4ham » Fri Mar 17, 2023 1:03 pm

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I just had the 4 brand new rims delivered from Australia and they are beautiful. A big thank you to Allan, down under, for mentioning the company that made them. They are nice and heavy with a zinc plating everything is so smooth. If you want some excellent rims, check them out. The only problem I had, was getting the packing tape off. I have not...

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Mark is correct about the need for the lug nearest the valve stem hole needing to be elongated a little downwards and to the right. Then the rim/ tyre assembly is fitted a little askew with the valve stem in place, and rotated into position. On Chevs, the valve stem is much closer to the nearest lug, and that lug had to be slotted to enable...

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Sat Mar 18, 2023 5:58 pm
Calling All Ye Heinz Coil Box Afficionados

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by Distagon2 » Fri Mar 17, 2023 6:21 pm

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I decided to fire up my 1912 Roadster engine. The previous owner had it rebuilt and it had not run since the rebuild. So I hooked up a 6V battery to the battery post on the firewall and after much exertion I got it fired up. I switched the coil box switch to magneto to see how it performs and it ran until I completely disconnected the battery. So...

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Kim, that would be appreciated, thanks. I am now thinking that switch is not wired correctly. That's about all it could be.

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Sat Mar 18, 2023 4:20 pm
Padding on a belly band?

Last post by Moxie26 « Sat Mar 18, 2023 12:44 pm
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by Reno Speedster » Sat Mar 18, 2023 2:41 am

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I have a spare belly band and I would like to put it on the 22. Would it be a good idea to put some sort of pad between the band and the pan? I was thinking oil soaked leather or the like. Anyone done this?

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I cut some sheet rubber to match the belly pan shape, no adhesive, and installed a few years ago only to be lubricated by leaky oil level valves from the side of the pan

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Sat Mar 18, 2023 12:44 pm
Mystery Tool identification

Last post by Mark Gregush « Sat Mar 18, 2023 12:27 pm
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by Steve King » Thu Mar 16, 2023 9:34 pm

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20230316_202816.jpg I bought 2 large trailers of T parts and this tool shown in front of the drum stack was in the mix. Does anyone know what it does? is it T related? B.S.V.CO embossed on the bottom.

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Besides the missing blade, one would also need the cone cutter to get things centered and started.

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Sat Mar 18, 2023 12:27 pm
1927 Touring, my front spring has 7 leaves, need 8

Last post by speedytinc « Sat Mar 18, 2023 10:57 am
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by bmklawt » Fri Mar 17, 2023 4:19 pm

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The front spring on my 1927 Touring has 7 leaves, the replacement at Lang's and Snyder's shows it should be an 8 leaf spring, I just put in a wanted add for one but thought couldn't I just make a metal plate the same thickness as a single leaf and the size of the rubber pad that goes on top of spring and call it good.
I need the extra height to...

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Your spring has a totally different profile than the 7 leaf spring. This design was adopted in 1925, They added one more leaf, and lowered the profile 1 inch. You need to find the correct spring.

That how it appears now, but there being no weight, I would not totally assume its an earlier incorrect spring.
Deal with it after the car is all...

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Sat Mar 18, 2023 10:57 am
Ruckstell Part #?

Last post by Original Smith « Sat Mar 18, 2023 10:56 am
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by Steve Jelf » Thu Mar 16, 2023 11:52 pm

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All the parts books call this P-159.

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But it's marked P-140.

What the...?

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Go ahead and use it! It looks to be in nice shape. So many of them have a big groove in them.

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Last post by Original Smith
Sat Mar 18, 2023 10:56 am
Just curious, what is Fluid Grease in differential

Last post by TWrenn « Sat Mar 18, 2023 10:33 am
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by bmklawt » Fri Mar 17, 2023 3:45 pm

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Reading the 1927 owners manual I saw
Lubricating the Differential
Do not put too much grease in the differential housing. The housing should not be more than one-third full. The differential is supplied with the required amount of lubricant when the car leaves the factory.
The oil plug should be removed about every 1,000 miles and more grease...

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One of the most frequently asked questions with multiple responses. You likely to get confused - oil vs grease and related viscosity
Just buy this

I agree. Another area that's way over-thunk! It's made specifically for this purpose, I use it with no issues. I keep a bottle on hand for the infrequen top-offs .

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Sat Mar 18, 2023 10:33 am
Making and installing a fat lady truss

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by Reno Speedster » Sat Mar 18, 2023 2:38 am

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I have a spare tire on my driver side running board. Recently I discovered the left side of the front running board support is cracked. I can weld it but I thought some extra support would come in handy. I see a commercial “fat lady” running board truss for sale but purchase price plus shipping to alaska seems excessive. From the crummy pictures,...

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Something lightweight and rigid, like 3/4 X 3/4 square tubing, would probably work well. I'd space the bolt holes on the braces about 1/8 to 1/4 over the measurement between the factory bolt holes, and put spacers through the bolt holes to prevent the tubing from crushing when the bolts are tightened. I'd put them on the front and back, and make...

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Sat Mar 18, 2023 10:24 am
St. Patrick Day

Last post by Rich P. Bingham « Sat Mar 18, 2023 9:53 am
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by Dollisdad » Fri Mar 17, 2023 1:39 pm

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DC4DB966-5C2A-4C1F-A621-07C2A8B879A6.jpeg Happy Paddy’s Day!!!

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Happy St. Patrick's Day !

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Sat Mar 18, 2023 9:53 am
Stupid Question

Last post by Steve Jelf « Fri Mar 17, 2023 12:43 pm
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by Model T Ron » Thu Mar 16, 2023 11:07 pm

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I am now working on my 24 Coupe so its not able to be started but this is the first T I have had with the original buzz coil ignition system. When the car was warm I was able to start it on Mag (Simply forgot to switch to battery)......is this normal ? Did not try it cold but would it start on Mag when cold? Once she is buttoned up I was going to...

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The main practical difference between starting on MAG and starting on BAT is that on magneto you have to move it fast enough to produce sufficient voltage. When the voltage is coming from the battery, any movement at all will do.

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Fri Mar 17, 2023 12:43 pm
Help identifying this bracket

Last post by Original Smith « Fri Mar 17, 2023 11:38 am
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by jwrightjr » Thu Mar 16, 2023 6:55 pm

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I have a few Victor model 2 cowl lamps that I will be listing for sale but this first one in particular had this mount and bracket attached to it. Looks like a license plate bracket to me but upside down....not sure and I don't want to misrepresent what it is. Nothing like I have on any of my cars. IMG_9651B.JPG IMG_9652B.JPG Not sure if the mount...

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Pretty cool. I wouldn't mind having it for one of my cars. Any identification on it?

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Fri Mar 17, 2023 11:38 am
HEADS UP about emails

Last post by TWrenn « Fri Mar 17, 2023 10:35 am
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by Dan Hatch » Thu Mar 16, 2023 1:03 pm

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I have been getting some emails from members that start off saying “just forward some pictures “ or pictures posted by that member.
I have read these are scams. I just deleted them. This is a warning to watch for them .
And if you get a email saying that from me delete it.
I am not sending emails with pictures unless you ask me for something....

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Just to clear things up. I may have used wrong words. This scam is to take over your computer for hacking.
I was just trying to give anyone a heads up that it may not happen to anyone here.
The ones I got may have been nothing. But again if you get something like that from me that you didn’t ask me for, delete it. Dan

To expand a bit on Dan's...

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Last post by TWrenn
Fri Mar 17, 2023 10:35 am
Replacing stems in Blockey inner tubes

Last post by jab35 « Fri Mar 17, 2023 9:12 am
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by otrcman » Tue Mar 14, 2023 5:36 pm

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I have watched the various videos for removing the rubber stem from an inner tube and installing an original type metal stem. My question is: has anyone yet done that job on one of the new Blockley inner tubes ? Tubes are a little expensive to be experimenting with and I would prefer to hear somebody else's experience first.

Thanks in advance.

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Allan: Thanks for mentioning Dill, I was unaware of them, but I do not see the product you mention on their website. Can you please post a link or give more info? Sincerely, jb

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Fri Mar 17, 2023 9:12 am
FJ - Anyone Transporting West To California From Chickasha Swap Meet ?

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by FreighTer Jim » Sat Mar 11, 2023 9:25 pm

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I have had an inquiry or two about transporting
west to California from Chickasha Swap Meet
but I am not attending this year.

Either post availability to transport here
or you can give me a call and I can put
you in touch with folks needing transport.

Thanks,

FJ
260-804-6695

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Bump to top.

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Fri Mar 17, 2023 9:00 am
1926-27 Coupe Metal Package Tray

Last post by ModelTWoods « Thu Mar 16, 2023 11:35 pm
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by ModelTWoods » Thu Mar 16, 2023 12:57 pm

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Since the first of the year, there was a discussion on the forum about 26-27 coupe package trays. Someone east of the Mississippi, messaged me that they needed one. I told them I'd look and put my hands on my spare. I remember their hometown and state, but not their name and I can't find the discussion. If you are that person, email me. Don't if...

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Poster needing package tray has contacted me. Thanks MTFCA.

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Thu Mar 16, 2023 11:35 pm
Short transmission bands installation

Last post by John kuehn « Thu Mar 16, 2023 5:37 pm
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by John kuehn » Wed Mar 15, 2023 9:51 pm

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Has anyone tried to use the Scandinavia transmission bands that are to short? I believe the correct length should be 24”. Like others I have a set or two I picked up at Swap meets that are 23 1/4 “ or 23 1/2.
I got these in a lot of other parts and they are the later Scandinavia but not the “tarry” ones.
Leaving the two ends of the bands...

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The last time I looked the Kevlar bands are now 167.50. But they do cut them 24” or at least the ones I bought for 65.00 a few years ago were. Maybe the Kevlar material has gone up for a reason like everything else. Hopefully the prices will settle back down and the Company will start making the Scandinavia type bands again.

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Thu Mar 16, 2023 5:37 pm
CHICKASHA Pre-War Swap Meet 2023

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by Tim Rogers » Mon Jan 09, 2023 5:07 pm

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Has a nice talk on the phone with Dean Yoder.

He was waiting for the gates open to set up
in the back of his Model T Camper
while listening to the rain fall.

He said turnout for vendors looks good.

He already bought some stuff.

Wish I was there instead of Snohomish, WA.

FJ

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Thu Mar 16, 2023 4:45 pm
Why Do You Like Chickasha ?....

Last post by Rich Eagle « Thu Mar 16, 2023 2:15 pm
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by George House » Sun Mar 12, 2023 6:57 pm

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....and I’ll start it off: tie between J&W Grill and Braum’s Ice Cream. We don’t have either in south Texas 😞..And I’m bringing a surprise to Steve Jelf 😁

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I like the fact that something big and exciting is going on. I have never been. We have talked about going the last few years, but a local car show always falls on that date. The reports and photos from it give me a boost because there are cars and parts far more interesting there than at our show. Like the cars I will never have, it is something...

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Last post by Rich Eagle
Thu Mar 16, 2023 2:15 pm
1915 License Plate Bracket

Last post by Chris Instness « Thu Mar 16, 2023 12:27 pm
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by Original Smith » Mon Nov 21, 2022 10:54 am

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Did Neverout or anyone else made a license plate extension to fit a longer plate than the stock Ford issue?

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Just a follow up to Larry’s question.
I am yet to find an era bracket to solve the issues with mounting a 1915 CAL plate to a 1915 bracket, so I made my own. Very simple, but effective. It is strap aluminum riveted together. It also centers the plate with the tail lamp and moves it away from the exhaust pipe....

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Last post by Chris Instness
Thu Mar 16, 2023 12:27 pm
Need help locating a KR WILSON PAN TABLE IN GA OR SC

Last post by JTT3 « Thu Mar 16, 2023 10:51 am
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by JTT3 » Tue Mar 14, 2023 2:51 pm

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Need some help does anyone in South Carolina or Georgia have a pan straightening table that repairs pans? Trying to help a member that lives in South Carolina close to the border of Ga around Augusta. Best John

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John thanks for the reply, Gator is a good friend but the distance is an additional 2 hours more than to Dan’s location.
Very kind of you to put your thinking cap on to help out.
Best John

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Thu Mar 16, 2023 10:51 am
New (to me) 1917 Touring

Last post by rprice76 « Thu Mar 16, 2023 9:30 am
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by rprice76 » Tue Oct 05, 2021 4:27 pm

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Hey All!

LONG time Model T owner here. I grew up with Model T's as my dad bought his first one 4 days after my parents adopted me at 4 months of age (45 now). Long story short, I've had T's for years, but about four years ago I lost my job in Arizona and had to relocate. The relocation meant I had to sell my last Model T (same one my dad bought)...

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It's been a bit since I posted on here. I have posted this in the Facebook page but thought I would share here for those who are not part of the FB online community.

I did get Teddy back on the road. Joe did fantastic work! I did take some pics of the progress as well. Some pics didn't turn out as well and are not included. The transmission was...

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Thu Mar 16, 2023 9:30 am
Early wishbone reinforcement

Last post by George Mills « Thu Mar 16, 2023 9:00 am
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by A400 » Wed Mar 08, 2023 11:53 am

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I know this has been discussed in the past, but I'd like to get some current thoughts on the topic. I recently bought a '13 touring with its original front axle/wishbone assembly. My intent is to tour with the car once I get it sorted out. I know that the early wishbone attachment on the top of the axle only can potentially be problematic. When I...

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I for one would say that adding an over under is a great idea should you plan on actually driving an early car.

The original design was thought to be good for the first million or so...perhaps a few knuckled under when trying to climb down like a goat...but the story goes (in the age before recalls) that Ford took the reports as wives tales or...

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Last post by George Mills
Thu Mar 16, 2023 9:00 am
Which battery horn is this on my 24 T?

Last post by TXGOAT2 « Thu Mar 16, 2023 7:23 am
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by 24TFORDOR » Wed Mar 08, 2023 2:31 am

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Looking for a replacement cover for this battery horn in my 1924 Fordor. Is it a klaxon horn and is it 6V or 12V? The previous owner stuck a 12v battery in the car and this blew every light bulb in thr car. Will running the horn on 12v also burn it out or is it safe on 12v? The horn makes the ahooga sound, but it’s sickly sounding and probably...

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Auto supply stores may still stock ignition ballast resistors. A typical value is 1.5 ohms. With any significant, sustained load, the resistor will get hot and the resistance will increase. That ought not be an issue in a horn circuit.

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Last post by TXGOAT2
Thu Mar 16, 2023 7:23 am
Speedster and Little girl with bare feet.

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by Rich Eagle » Tue Mar 14, 2023 6:31 pm

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I found this photo today. The little girl, bare toes sticking out of the car, is Margaret “Peg” Drinkwater Miller. Her older brother Harold is at the wheel at their family’s farm on Vancycle Road. It's always a treat to see for real Speedsters from back in the day.
Peg.jpg
from: penbaypilot.com

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My guess is that they're wood wheels with lightweight airplane style sheet metal covers. The radial streaked look may be due to dirt and grease.

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Thu Mar 16, 2023 6:40 am
Hard evidence finally found.

Last post by KeithG « Wed Mar 15, 2023 10:59 pm
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by Burger in Spokane » Mon Mar 13, 2023 2:28 pm

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For as long as there has been a Model T hobby, participants have speculated
that there is a link between Model T's and ice cream. Today, Heinrich from the
Chugwater Institute uncovered hard evidence showing the two together in a
period document. No more having to make up excuses for stopping for ice cream.
This shows without question that the...

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Any comments from Ed Archer n this delicious topic?

Just wondering.....

Keith

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Last post by KeithG
Wed Mar 15, 2023 10:59 pm
TT Steel Cab Window channels

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by BUSHMIKE » Wed Mar 15, 2023 8:53 pm

Does anyone have a nice clear pic of the window channels in a TT steel cab? I assume there is one since the glass is 1/4” and the opening in the door pillars 5/8” or so. I can make a felt lined wooden or aluminum channel easy enough, but would like to see what was original. Thanx.

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Wed Mar 15, 2023 8:53 pm
I Doubt I Will be Able to Find One of These!

Last post by John kuehn « Wed Mar 15, 2023 6:52 pm
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by BLB27 » Wed Mar 08, 2023 1:41 pm

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I lost one of the fender washers for my 1927 coupe. Dose anyone have an extra? If not, can anyone suggest how to make something that would replace it?

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I believe that’s a random washer that was used to keep the hole from getting bigger. It’s not a surprise to see a patch up used on a Model T. Sometime in the past a previous owner used what he had and was happy.

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Last post by John kuehn
Wed Mar 15, 2023 6:52 pm
Over the limit

Last post by Craig Leach « Wed Mar 15, 2023 5:55 pm
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by Dollisdad » Wed Mar 15, 2023 12:44 am

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Kevin,
This could be definitive proof that the more resent speedster builders didn't come up with using what ever you have around to build a
speedster. :o
Craig.

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Last post by Craig Leach
Wed Mar 15, 2023 5:55 pm
Mine!

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by Jugster » Tue Mar 14, 2023 12:35 pm

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Y'know, your tires really ought to be white.
A car-show attendee had just caught me off guard while I was unloading a beach chair from the back seat of my '15 Model T Ford. But hey, I'm sharp, so it didn't take me more than a split second to respond, Huh?
Your tires. They should be white, not black. They didn't have...

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Some people have a pathological NEED to prove to the world how stupid they are!

Yep ... and the ones who can't make it to congress can always get on MTV or seek tenure at an Ivy League university.

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Last post by TXGOAT2
Wed Mar 15, 2023 5:43 pm
youtube video - pan jig

Last post by Waldo « Wed Mar 15, 2023 3:22 pm
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by Waldo » Wed Mar 15, 2023 8:47 am

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I was told by another T owner about a YouTube video on using a pan jig. I have searched using every thing I can think of and cannot find it. Does anybody have a link to it

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I've got 4 - 4 dip in the back of my truck all bent where the hogshead meets the crankcase

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Wed Mar 15, 2023 3:22 pm
looking for correct T tools

Last post by Original Smith « Wed Mar 15, 2023 2:49 pm
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by SteveBoothroyd » Fri Mar 10, 2023 4:26 pm

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Just wanting to know what tools are correct for my August 24, 1922 T.
I see some variations in some, e.g. square on end of monkey wrench handle; some without square and some with, sparkplug wrench with hollow socket for cylinder head bolts instead of cast in socket, the hubcap wrench also comes in many variations, as does the double open ended...

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I've used the Ford parts books for this purpose. They show the pictures, but most of the time they are a year behind what was actually supplied with your car.

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Last post by Original Smith
Wed Mar 15, 2023 2:49 pm
Bird's eye view of Ford & the competition.

Last post by Rich Eagle « Wed Mar 15, 2023 1:26 pm
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by WayneJ » Mon Mar 13, 2023 12:28 pm

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Then there were all the companies that didn't make it with extensive facilities.
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Last post by Rich Eagle
Wed Mar 15, 2023 1:26 pm
Compression Test - Cold v. Warm

Last post by Charlie B in N.J. « Wed Mar 15, 2023 11:12 am
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by schoutenbr » Sun Mar 12, 2023 2:54 pm

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Greetings,
I'm relatively new to the Model T hobby and have what may be considered an elementary question regarding performing a compression test on my 1926 Touring. In reviewing old MTFCA forum posts on the subject of compression testing, I found reference that a compression test for a Model T should be done when the engine is cold . My neighbor,...

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No good reason to do the wet test first. Most posting here insisting on a warm engine test are ignoring a possible answer to hard cold starting.

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Last post by Charlie B in N.J.
Wed Mar 15, 2023 11:12 am
A “custom truck”!

Last post by TFan « Tue Mar 14, 2023 11:13 pm
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by Les Schubert » Tue Mar 14, 2023 1:29 pm

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A interesting historical photo!!
Lots of “farmer fix”!!

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Kevin was posting while I was still pecking the keyboard. Jim :D

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Last post by TFan
Tue Mar 14, 2023 11:13 pm
Air Filter

Last post by TXGOAT2 « Tue Mar 14, 2023 10:09 pm
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by BLB27 » Mon Mar 13, 2023 9:20 pm

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Should I put a air filter on the carb for my 1927 coupe?

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Dirt is very bad for the engine.

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Last post by TXGOAT2
Tue Mar 14, 2023 10:09 pm
Disc Brake reservoir hose

Last post by Dave Young « Tue Mar 14, 2023 8:37 pm
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by Dave Young » Tue Mar 14, 2023 6:54 pm

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Anybody know what the hose is that comes with the Sure-Stop brake kit ? I need a longer length than the 30” piece that comes in the Wilwood kit.

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Thanks for that, Craig.

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Tue Mar 14, 2023 8:37 pm
Interesting Ford test report

Last post by SurfCityGene « Tue Mar 14, 2023 2:58 pm
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by KimDobbins » Sun Mar 12, 2023 9:46 pm

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Interesting Ford test report showing the improved oil flow between old and new oil pipe.

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Thanks Kim for posting!! That's an amazing difference. My '12 engine had the smaller funnel listed as Present Standard Oil Pipe I never had a doubt about which one to use during a rebuild after seeing the Large later style!! Now it's a nice show N tell. I also installed an external line and welded into the alum HH the little angle diverter like...

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Last post by SurfCityGene
Tue Mar 14, 2023 2:58 pm
TT Windscreen adjustment

Last post by Mark Gregush « Tue Mar 14, 2023 1:19 pm
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by BUSHMIKE » Sat Mar 11, 2023 6:20 pm

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Can anyone tell me what the slotted bracket looks like that adjusts the upper windscreen on a 26 TT? I will be needing (2) and (2) of the handknobs.
The 26 upper windscreen and adjustment is completely different than the ‘25 (the green one).

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You can buy the Model A style with a single notch about center of the slot or there is one that has a number of notches, Snyders lists them in the Model A section, didn't look in the T section of the online catalogue.

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Last post by Mark Gregush
Tue Mar 14, 2023 1:19 pm
generator 24 coupe

Last post by Art M « Mon Mar 13, 2023 9:43 pm
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by Barteldes » Mon Mar 13, 2023 4:59 pm

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First time T owner and learning one lesson at a time. I am overwhelmed at how nice and helpful you all are. Was getting no reading on my ammeter so i watched youtube videos and found one guy flivver channel. Good videos, really smart guy. 3 part series on the Gen and cut off. im sure you all know him, he seems deeply rooted in the community. i...

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The device you described is moat likely a variable DC voltage power supply. He was checking at what voltage the mechanical cutout points close.
I use a cutout on my car which I have successfuly adjusted with flashlight batteries as well as a power supply. I don't recommend doing this.

The trouble free way is to use a diode cutout if you continue...

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Last post by Art M
Mon Mar 13, 2023 9:43 pm
Looking for Touch up paint for my 1926

Last post by John kuehn « Mon Mar 13, 2023 9:41 pm
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by avent40 » Mon Mar 13, 2023 12:25 pm

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Hi, my friend owns a 1926 Ford Model t sedan and the color is Windsor Maroon. He needs to find a place thats sells touch up paint, can anyone help us locate a place to buy some touch up paint, we have looked all over, Thanks

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And remember that the paint may be a little faded. If you want to get a good match it might be best to do the computer match. Reds, maroons can fade just a bit over time. BUT if the car was black that wouldn’t as hard to match. Some will wash and lightly buff the paint to help bring out the color and then try to do a match.

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Last post by John kuehn
Mon Mar 13, 2023 9:41 pm
Model T engine or transmission locked up.

Last post by Jacob Mangold « Mon Mar 13, 2023 9:29 pm
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by Jacob Mangold » Sun Feb 26, 2023 3:30 pm

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Hello, my name is Jacob and I am 14 years old and I have a 1924 TT Stakebed with a Warford aux. transmission. Anyways, it hasn’t ran in about 20-25 years and I am trying to restore it. The engine used to be completely free but it is not anymore. What happened was when I was cranking it (as I usually do to make sure it has not locked up) I was able...

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I am glad to have so many people interested in me and my T. I am also proud to be into the Model T hobby. There is a ton of knowledge on these forums and I am thankful for all of your guy’s input and help. I am excited to get my T running and I will keep you guys posted about it for sure.
Thanks a bunch,
Jacob Mangold

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Mon Mar 13, 2023 9:29 pm
List of active Chapters of MTFCA Link

Last post by JTT3 « Mon Mar 13, 2023 7:17 pm
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by JTT3 » Mon Mar 13, 2023 6:10 pm

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I know that you can type into the search engine for Chapters & contact person for the Chapter but is there a Board index for a list of chapters & their location in each state? It seems that if it were possible to have that, each Chapter club could have a forum thread, they could post information of events for their members plus others could check...

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Hey Chris, yep I had that link but seems to me that if you were new to model Ts or new to the MTFCA that a listing on the BOARD INDEX would be helpful for anyone to quickly find a chapter in their state or close proximity with a contact person. I’m probably wrong.

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Mon Mar 13, 2023 7:17 pm
St Patrick's Day parade and Thomas Edison

Last post by marctee « Mon Mar 13, 2023 7:02 pm
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by Moxie26 » Sun Mar 05, 2023 8:12 am

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March 12th is the parade in West Orange, NJ with the employees and volunteers from the Edison historical site in West Orange marching alongside Edison's 1922 Model T touring car starting off at 12:00 noon.... A big thanks to members of the North Jersey chapter, and I bet there will be some YouTube postings of the parade.

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WOW thats very nice. Im glad that someone made it.

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Last post by marctee
Mon Mar 13, 2023 7:02 pm
Body blocks advice needed ‘26

Last post by Dave Young « Mon Mar 13, 2023 6:24 pm
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by Dave Young » Mon Mar 13, 2023 12:03 pm

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I’m mounting a ‘26 Roadster body back onto a ‘26 frame and have a new wooden body block set, 10 pieces, that came from Lang’s. Can anyone show or explain where they each go. The ones with the notch across them have me stumped. What I removed a year ago were rotted away and unlike any of these new ones. Thanks, guys.

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Dino, that is EXACTLY what I needed! Thank you. Those rear bocks getting wedged into the rail by the flat block was not coming to me at all. I hit it with a flap sander and achieved a nice snug fit. Perfect! Thanks again.

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Last post by Dave Young
Mon Mar 13, 2023 6:24 pm
Allen HCCT on eBay

Last post by BE_ZERO_BE « Mon Mar 13, 2023 4:46 pm

by BE_ZERO_BE » Mon Mar 13, 2023 4:46 pm

There is an Allen Rotating Spark HCCT on eBay.
I have no connection to it.
It neeeds restoration.
It looks like the parts for the rotating spark indicator are missing.
The meter shown is incorrect for a HCCT (as stated by the seller).
It is a DC ammeter - the HCCT uses an AC Ammeter.

Thst being said, it looks like a nice project albeit a bit...

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Last post by BE_ZERO_BE
Mon Mar 13, 2023 4:46 pm
Jim Wade Camshaft?? Info wanted

Last post by Dan Hatch « Mon Mar 13, 2023 2:21 pm

by Dan Hatch » Mon Mar 13, 2023 2:21 pm

In some stuff I got is a reground cam with Jim Wade regrind 255 lift written on box. Anyone know who Jim was? Did he regrind cams or did this come out of his engine? Stuff came out of middle Tennessee.
Any info will be appreciated. Thanks Dan.

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Last post by Dan Hatch
Mon Mar 13, 2023 2:21 pm
Not your grandpa's sealant

Last post by TRDxB2 « Mon Mar 13, 2023 1:01 pm
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by Steve Jelf » Sun Mar 12, 2023 2:48 pm

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I see people refer to Permatex as if it's a single product. If it ever was, that was a long time ago. Today the company makes many different sealants. Some folks like the one called The Right Stuff, but it's the wrong stuff for me because I'm slow and it sets up too fast for me. Ultra Black is more my speed. They also make a gear oil resistant...

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Permatex has a Help to guide one to the right product for the need - this the Gasket link
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There products names need qualification else they can confuse

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Mon Mar 13, 2023 1:01 pm
Upholstery and help and haul

Last post by Original Smith « Mon Mar 13, 2023 10:55 am
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by Wayne Mims » Wed Jan 18, 2023 8:27 pm

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I purchased a 1914 model T off my eBay a few years ago. It looked a whole lot better than what it was. I had Ray Wells completely re-wood it and he did a nice job . I bought new fenders, new splash, aprons, new running boards, new firewall, new upholstery kit from Snyders complete top and bowls. The instructions are vague a page and a half and not...

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I advise you to use the original running boards, if they are correct. The repros are not the same. The easiest way to tell, among other things, is the holes for the carbide generator will be drilled on both sides.

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Last post by Original Smith
Mon Mar 13, 2023 10:55 am
Best way to clean my trailer wiring connector.

Last post by TRDxB2 « Mon Mar 13, 2023 12:37 am
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by DHort » Sun Mar 12, 2023 6:07 pm

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I hooked up the trailer to get some mulch. Now that winter is coming to a close I see the wire connectors are turning green. I know the salt did not help much either.

Just wipe with a Qtip and spray some CRC electronic cleaner on it?

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I hooked up the trailer to get some mulch. Now that winter is coming to a close I see the wire connectors are turning green. I know the salt did not help much either.

Just wipe with a Qtip and spray some CRC electronic cleaner on it?

Its always best to include a picture to help understand the issue. Turning green could be mildew or copper...

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Mon Mar 13, 2023 12:37 am
Noise update

Last post by TXGOAT2 « Sun Mar 12, 2023 10:43 pm
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by Flyingpiper59 » Sat Mar 11, 2023 11:37 pm

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Hey Forum Chums

After eliminating valve train noise…I moved on to the cam……the generator was already out as I had just rebuilt it…..I cranked with one hand and pushed forward on the cam gear with my left hand…..well three fingers of it anyway……no noise when cranked applying forward pressure on the camshaft……any final answers?….lol

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If you had a Ford V8 in the same state of disassembly as your T, It probably wouldn't make any noise cranking it by hand, even with well-worn timing gears. The reason being that with 8 cylinders, there would be more cams engaging the valve lifters at any given moment.

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Sun Mar 12, 2023 10:43 pm
Replacing valves - did I just ruin this valve

Last post by Flivver « Sun Mar 12, 2023 10:03 pm
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by Pizman » Sun Feb 26, 2023 6:01 pm

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So I’m in the middle of a rebuild, it’s a 27 engine still original and ran, but puffed a bit of smoke when throttled. I’m currently restoring the car and am now focusing on the engine.
My plan/ budget is to just do a minimal rebuild right now as I want to try and salvage the cast iron pistons and it ran not too bad to begin with.
I am replacing...

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The part numbers are given in the video. With those, you can find everything at an autoparts store and/or tractor parts store. I ordered the valves online at Rockauto I think, and the keepers were from my local tractor dealer.

The valve length was just right for adjustable lifters - I did not grind them down at all.

Great video Flivver! Where...

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Last post by Flivver
Sun Mar 12, 2023 10:03 pm
Strobospark

Last post by BE_ZERO_BE « Sun Mar 12, 2023 9:11 pm
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by BUSHMIKE » Sun Mar 12, 2023 10:03 am

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I dont want to start any discussion on its merits or lack off! I just want to come up with a set of instructions for the use and coil tuning using the Strobospark. I am only assuming that it was sold with a printed instruction sheet?

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Here is the full PDF.

STROB-O-SPARK CT-1.pdf

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Last post by BE_ZERO_BE
Sun Mar 12, 2023 9:11 pm
Spring forward one hour tonight.

Last post by OilyBill « Sun Mar 12, 2023 8:23 pm
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by jiminbartow » Sat Mar 11, 2023 3:41 pm

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Daylight savings time. Don’t forget to move your clocks one hour ahead tonight at 2:00am so you won’t be late for church tomorrow.

I understand that they are trying to make it permanent. It is in the Senate now. Last year they passed a bill to make it permanent, but when it got to the House, it went nowhere. Thanks a lot Nancy. Maybe, this year...

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You young whipper-snappers!!! Kids today!!
I remember when if you went to a nearby town that was 20 miles away, they had a different time. All over the U.S. nearly every town had their own time.

It wasn't until those durned-tootin railroads got together and demanded time-keeping be simplified so their locomotives wouldn't tip over and fall right...

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Last post by OilyBill
Sun Mar 12, 2023 8:23 pm
I know it's a coil, but...

Last post by Jerry VanOoteghem « Sun Mar 12, 2023 5:41 pm
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by Petrah Phyre » Fri Mar 10, 2023 8:17 pm

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Just picked this up. The shop called it a Model T Ford magneto. :roll: I am a bit ignorant on how it would work with a standard coil box.

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The plan was to use that single coil to fire all cylinders, so each spark plug would get the same size spark and it would always be available.

The four Ford coils had the points set to conduct all the time and not vibrate.

Each of the four coils would make equal size sparks whenever the Timer put a ground on them in the usual manner.

Jim,...

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Last post by Jerry VanOoteghem
Sun Mar 12, 2023 5:41 pm
radiator filler neck and threads?

Last post by John kuehn « Sun Mar 12, 2023 2:54 pm
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by ElGranadaT » Sat Mar 11, 2023 5:58 pm

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Greetings!

Last Christmas my wife bought me a fancy radiator temperature gauge, radiator cap with wings and a chrome radiator cover for my 22 T... She's always trying to make the T look like a deluxe limousine and far be it to me to argue with her at this point , )

The cap has yet to arrive, but when I look at the picture of that cap on Lang's...

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If the radiator doesn’t leak and cools well I think the best thing to do is to put a Model T neck on it. It would be an investment since you have a good radiator to begin with. You’ll be better off in the long run and use your wife’s gift. You dont have to use the wings cap all the time but use a stock cap on bumpy roads.

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Last post by John kuehn
Sun Mar 12, 2023 2:54 pm
Wiring HCCT

Last post by AndyClary « Sun Mar 12, 2023 2:31 pm
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by AndyClary » Sat Mar 11, 2023 7:55 pm

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I’m in the process of cleaning up my Ford HCCT. The manual says you can leave out the inducter and since mine looks pretty well mangled I decided to go ahead and leave it out. I read the diagram as this leaves the coil ground through the meter. That’s how I wired it, the coil fires but no reading on the meter. Did I miss something? I tried 2...

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Turns out that although I had wired it properly the washer for the ground contact screw was hitting the frame. So the coil was always grounded taking the meter out of the circuit. Works fine now. Thanks for the advice Bob.

Andy

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Sun Mar 12, 2023 2:31 pm

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