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Can anyone spare a measurement for me? A TT closed cab door width and the hight from the bottom of the door to the lower belt line. In other words, the size of the flat spot where you’d slap your business name. Thanks!

Jalopy Journal has a hundreds of Photos taken before WW2 - history in black and white. Some we've seen, some we've not.

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It is time for a new set of bands on my 26 . I vaguely remember reading here on the forum someone talking about mixing band types and using wood on the brake drum and maybe kevlar on the others or that may be backward. It seems that at the time their reasoning made sense but like I say my recollection of it is vague. Does anyone else do this? I...

Hello T Forum. Is there a way to keep the transmission bands straight while putting on the hogs head without having the special clamp.
Thanks in advance,
Jacob Mangold

As most of us know on the forum lots of Model T’s at the end of their days were junked out and whatever then the chassis were used for trailers. I’ve hauled home a few myself in various configurations.
Here’s one in 1940’s Texas that was as a cotton trailer. I haven’t ran across many photos up close of a T farm trailer in the day. Thought you may...

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There is a couplet and a town car advertised in this auction. The couplet looks like it has a later engine. What are your opinions? Art

Photos showing those small steps.

The third photo shows the clip pin used instead of pin with a cotter key. They say this makes changing fan belts easier. Any concerns about a clip vs a cotter key?

It took a sanding of the fan shaft with 320 and 400 grit to get it into the hub.

The attached photos show the horn button pieces for my 1927 coupe, and the new connection wires.

The original wires were attached to the two screws by twisted bare wire. The ends of the new wires are different than I expected. What is the best way to connect them to the screws?

What are holes in the vertical pieces for? Should the wires go thru...

Is this a small rear drum on my 26? If so I jave ordered the wrong size Rocky's

Nice looking 1917 towncar sold for $14k. Very slow bidding, dont think anyone actually wanted it, a target of opportunity buyer.

Trying to send a PM, and it seems to not work for some reason, or I'm too dumb!
Any way, you bought a Dayton hub from me, and I would like to talk Dayton with you if you have the time. PM me, or call 763 401 0065,
thanks, Clayton

I'm looking for information on what type and size of rivets were used to attach the body sheet metal. Is there a list or document that lists the types and sizes of rivets used on the model T by year ? I'm currently working on a 1920 touring car. I'm in the process of replacing some of the sheet metal because of rust. I wold like to replace the...

I'm making studs for early 6 rivet rear end housings. These housings accept studs with a thread size of 3/8 x 24 tpi. I've been told the other end of the studs are threaded 3/8 x 16 and and are held with castle nuts of that size and wired together like later set ups. However, I thought I recall seeing another early 6 rivet rear end that used 3/8 x...

The ad that Mark Chaffin has in the Classifieds for the Spindle Arms made me think of this:

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Has anyone seen one of these out in the wild, or might have one that they would be willing to share some photos of? With a price of $45.00 when new, I am sure that not many of...

I've been reading a lot of 1930s factory-issued service material from Packard. During the mid 1930s, Packard used aluminum cylinder heads on a lot of cars. In at least one bulletin, they advised against using copper-clad head gaskets with aluminum heads, citing corrosion issues. They recommended and supplied a Terneplated steel-clad gasket....

Saw this over on the Ford Barn... Too funny to not share!!

Tennessee Mort and the Model T

Jennifer
aka ModelTGal

I need to replace the upper coolant hose.

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Now, the hose looks very short and I'm wondering whether there's a trick to performing this replacement such that I won't need to unbolt the metal outlet from the front of the head.
Any advice?
Thank you.

Ebay item number 225489861518, no affiliation to listing...

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I just bought some nice vintage kerosene oil side lamps that I’m considering installing on my 24 Fordor. Is there a set of brackets I can buy to mount these to the cowl or windshield frame somehow? I’m hesitant to drill holes in the car, but would love the look of the side lamps on my closed car. I also purchased an oil tail lamp from the same...

What material is the packing on the 26/27 fuel shutoff valve …The vendor was out ,,I guess I could look at others …
If it’s leather I have scraps I can cutout a new one ….
I’m using a small valve ,,into a glass bowl filter now…I want it to look more like a mechanic worked on it not a plumber ;0)….
Thanks in advance….

Tornado's
Have any of our members been affected by the recent weather events?
Norm

Anyone know what these fit? Got a pair, don’t see any markings on them. Thanks Dan
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Trying to install my engine, I can get the U-joint into the 4th main but can't get it to slide together the last 3/4
I can get the engine into place just fine without hooking to drive shaft, the square end of the U-joint measures .880 is this correct, I didn't think to see if the U-joint fit the 4th main while I had the rear end apart, I have a...

Anyone ever try a model A style glass sediment bowl on a '26-'27? Just curious.....

What does everyone use to re-wire their car, or at least replace what areas need help? Original wire is cloth? Looks like the ends are simply crimped on or where they soldered? I assume closed ring ends opposed to forks?

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I'm looking for advice on what tire brand to buy for my '16 roadster with 30 x 3-1/2 demountable rims. I drive short distances around the suburbs, I don't expect to go touring.

My 24 coupe (titled) is what i assume is a 24 but the engine is stamped 23. I assume that happens a lot. The engine was made at the end of the year and assembled on the car in 24 or maybe there was an engine swap later. Is this pretty common? i wish i had the written history of this car .. oh the stories it could tell.

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Finally have it clamped on!
A copy of a design of mine from the’80’s.
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Borg Warner automatic for my wife’s speedster!

Two big rolls of this came with the TT. What is it? I assume its something for the top cab covering. If so, is there a sketch of the installation?

I have a 1917 Model T touring that I've recently acquired due to a death in the family. It is currently not running. The condition is: a pretty straight complete steel body (a few minor dings), engine looks complete (just lacking radiator hoses, fan belt, carb linkage). Engine may have been rebuilt prior to my receipt, but don't know for sure....

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I'm looking for advice on what tire brand to buy for my '16 roadster with 30 x 3-1/2 demountable rims. I drive short distances around the suburbs, I don't expect to go touring.

Has anyone ever compiled a list of the Ford Agencies by address, from the 1910-1930 period? I know that at the end of the Model T period, Ford lost about 50% of their dealers, some voluntarily gave them up, and others were simply fired for complaining about the Model T's unsalability. There are good descriptions of what happened in the Ford...

Getting ready to change oil for the second time in my 26TT with rebuilt engine. I removed the inspection cover to check the screen and magnet. It was full ( 2 tablespoons) of what looked like grease and felt like grease. The screen cleaned up easy with parts cleaner but the magnet took a lot of rubbing. I had used 10w30 Penzoil. What am I dealing...

I have been gathering Speedo parts for my 22 and I have the drive wheel, a good swivel, the swivel mount, and a stewart 160 head in good shape. I am still searching for the bracket to install the 160 on a metal dash and a speedo cable. I have the club publication on speedometers but it’s not the clearest book I have on several details. In any...

It will soon be MAY, and that means LURAY!!
Yep, we are now LESS than EIGHT WEEKS away, from the 9th Annual Mid-Atlantic Pre-War Swap Meet!!

BUT REMEMBER, There’s MORE!!!

The MTFCI has joined ranks with the Shenandoah Valley Racket “T”ers to bring you THREE FULL DAYS OF TOURING immediately following our regularly scheduled two-day swap meet!...

Wasn't sure where to post but here it is. A friend saw this on face book and thought I might be interested, he thought they were full sized wheels. I thought someone on here might just be in need of some. Jim

The front yoke ball, that seats in the oil pan, is exposed to road dirt, and water, since it is unprotected in any way.
I have been occasionally removing the APCO cover, and cleaning up the old grease and dirt and re-greasing the ball and related parts.
While staring at it, I thought of an easy way to make a protective rubber boot, to keep the...

20230401_191430.jpg I am dry fitting this side cover and generator to check out the generator gear lash with the timing gear. I have one gasket in there measuring .010 thick. This crank, cam and generator gears were all meshed together in a running engine when it was torn down. I'm keeping this fiber timing gear as it was in good shape and a new...

I would like to know the time line for the introduction of the Hand Crank Coil Tester based on a patent date.

Bob Cascisa and Ron Patterson researched the HCCT Handbook in 2020. I did not see any information on patent or credit to maker of the HCCT. Was the original (1912 HCCT) a residual from the introduction of the magneto patent model by E.S....

I use bronze. I would rather wear out relatively inexpensive bushings than costly shackles. Am I mistaken?

Just assembled my ‘26 RPU and am having trouble with the starting handle contacting the apron. Did the later cars use a longer handle or are they all the same? I’ve got the apron as far back as it can go, right against the leaf spring clamp and just can’t get good engagement on the pin.

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I have 3 of these (2 front and 1 rear). They are 30x3-1/2 non demountable clincher with a steel felloe. I have a project I want to use them on, but would like to find the fourth!!

In discussions regarding starter switches, there is mentioned of a Ford Type solenoid. Is that a particular solenoid that is preferred when using one in addition to the original floor switch? If so, how do they differ from other solenoids?

I recently saw an ad for truss rods for supporting earlier rear axle housings being newly produced but can't seem to find it again. Has anyone seen this and can point me toward it and/or who is making them?

I got my switch back today for my 1927 coupe. It is a beautiful restoration. Attached are before and after photos.

My 22 has front hasslers but no rears. It has Rocky Mountain brakes. Before I start searching for a pair of rear hasslers, can I run Rocky Mountains and rear hasslers at the same time? From what I see, it looks like the Hassler mount would interfere with the Rocky Mountain drum.

How much fluid should I put in the rear diff. of my ‘24 TT?
Thanks in advance, Jacob Mangold

Anyone going?
Wilbraham Massachusetts 5/13/23

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If you ever wondered what the factory paint looked like well here you go! These were found in the rafters in an attic where I have found a lot of NOS parts. Obviously original paint and never been bolted on.

My car came with an after market ignition switch. In a box of parts I found the original switch still mounted in the backing plate. I suspect it's easily restorable. My question is, how do I determine what key it takes?

I am getting ready to install a starter switch in my coupe. I have purchased two of the repos. They are the 5014 and 5014RE from Lang's. After looking at both, I would rather use my original switch. The switches are shown in the attached photos.

I want to consider using a starter solenoid. I appreciate some discussion about it, pros and cons,...

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I am going through a lot of original keys and ran across this one
Ford Script but on the other side where number should be has TOEPFER or TOEPPER HARD TO SEE, ANYONE EVER SEEN ONE LIKE THIS? Bob
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Hi All
I have a set of Messenger wire wheels that suit a T. I am trying to find some information on how the hubcaps work? I am missing them all. Any information would be greatly appreciated
I believe these wheels were made in Canada

Not sure who Tennessee Mort is/was, but he nailed it in this recording...

A few years ago our club adopted Jim Riedy's Golden Retriever as our mascot. He loves riding in Jim's '26 Roadster. He even helps Jim at stop intersections by literally looking both ways for traffic. Jim's daughter is quite a talented artist and made this comic poster and framed it. I think Rich Eagle will appreciate this! That's Jim holding the...

On my ‘26 Touring the top bows ,that fit into the irons , have a “tenon” cut on them …
Does anyone have the length ,between tenons on all four bows ..I’m most concerned about the #1 & #4 bows …
The ones on them right now ,,look original ….But are different than the ones in the kit I got with the car …
They are from the Gentleman that produced them...

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A few years ago I did a run of these. I see that there are 10 left. If you are interested, they are $25.00 each with 2 rivets and including postage.

Does anyone know and can share just how much stiffer the special round wire Watts clutch spring is over the stock Ford flat wound spring?

The floorboard in my 22 (not original) was banged up and broken so I made a new one out of some wood I had in the shop. I need to add some cleats on the bottom. Can anyone tell me how wide they are and how far from the ends of the board they were mounted? Also, it appears the cleats were held on with screws or nails, but I can’t tell from the...

Langs doesn't have an amp meter. Mine is sticking. Is there a way to clean it? or somewhere else to get one?

The Portland Swap Meet begins tomorrow, March 31. The Always in April swap meet continues through Sunday April 2. Rain (most likely) or shine, come on out and see me at the HCCA booth in the northeast corner of the D building. Look for the big yellow banner!

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: ^ )

Keith

For no particular reason except that I really want to get back to traveling, here are three shots on the road last year.

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On Christie Street, Greenfield Village.

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Early morning by a soybean field, Crawfordsville, Indiana.

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Part of the adventure, near Bowling Green, Missouri. My...

Going through some more original parts I ran across these odd and large car windshield hinges one is brass and steel the other all steel, anyone have any ideas? Bob

I found an 1914 original glass mirror Reflector for gas headlight in usable condition but it's appear the diameter is too small and doesn't fit. Someone know what is the correct measurement ? The actual glass I have is 6''. The head light I have is Corcoran Lamp Co made for Ford Cin'ti. Also, if you could post the way how it is fit inside of the...

So I hurt my back and I'm down for a bit - so I grabbed the laptop and edited the last of the footage I took pre-tweak.

Here it is for those interested:

It's two parts - skip what you don't like.

In the video I discuss options on what I could do to the fordor. I can't sell it as is cause something inside is clearly not right and I can't move...

Why can't I post photos that are taken with my phone in vertical position?

From a friend I got a Octopus Growler ,he is made in England .
Here in the Netherlands we have 240 Volt AC .
So I like to know or this growler is 110 or 220 Volt .
Thanks for your answer .

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In Bushmike's post on his re-awakening his TT, he mentioned new upholstery for it. I suggested using pre-used material.

Here is the trim in Henrietta. Her upholstery was all bu eaten out by mouse plagues during her 63 year slumber. This upholstery was in a car I restored for a customer. I kept it for patterns so others could...

On March 18th I hosted an ignition system clinic at my shop. About 18 members attended enjoying donuts and coffee with a shoebox swap meet before hand. Using a variety of parts and tooling we went over the basics of the model T ignition system. I think everyone picked up something and I had to dig a little to answer some of the questions.

With...

The valve head drawing (15th Jan 1927) lists the material as Grade B cast iron. I'm wondering if anyone has the specifications on this material?

I've seen other threads referencing Shop Theory - The Henry Ford Trade School listing the composition of EE steel and other materials. Does anyone have a copy of this that could check?

I'm looking for some input and advice regarding how realistic an idea I have is.

Here is a little background information: I'm looking at retiring in about 5 years and we'll probably be downsizing shortly thereafter (or so I've been told...). My main hobbies have been vintage and antique snowmobiles as well as some old tractors & a few old cars &...

Windshield decal - there when I purchased.

Does anyone have a factory drawing of the two piece valve? Any year would be ok.

I'm putting together an article for our local club magazine and am after the material for the head and stem & also details on how the two are joined.

Pictures of other cars in the estate auction

Hello,
Broke out the t for the first time and noticed a flow of grease and oil out of the u joint. It was grease followed shortly after by a mix of oil. I believe the grease melted and flowed out. What grease should be used in the u joint?
Regards,
Matthew

I will be upholstering my touring car this spring and want to know if anyone has any photos of the job anyone else has done. I got a kit from Classtique & it is beautiful! Of course I don’t want to mess it up in any way, so just trying to do some homework before tackling the job. Any photos and comments appreciated!

During our club's tech session last night, Joe Bell showed us a rear wheel with an interesting hub on it. As you can see it's got six flats on it that are also pretty well beat to crap. Apparently someone had trouble getting the wheel off the axle. The felloe clamps do indicate it's a Hayes wheel FWIW. Anyone seen one like it? Aftermarket hub...

For some time now one rear wheel was talking to me as we rounded corners. It had already had a farm fix with metal wedges driven between spokes. I had tightened the hub bolts and re-peened the bolts, but looseness in the tenons could not be fixed. The difficulty was finding a sound replacement with the same weathered look. In the end I gave up...

Anyone bringing good usable ‘22 fenders to Luray this year? I may be in the market if price and my wallet can come to terms.

I’ve heard that a Voltage Regulator (cutout look alike) is smarter than the original generator cutouts. How is the generator third brush adjusted when a VR is used…or does it even matter?