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How do spring shackles wear? Is the wear primarily on the bushing or does the shackle shaft wear also?

The reason I ask is: I had my rear axle unit rebuilt, and I inserted my original shackle into the perch on the wheel and found that there was some looseness. I am sure the rebuilder installed a new bushing in the perch so expected a tight fit....

The attached photos show the leather pads that go between the top of the front and rear springs and the cross member. How are they installed? I assume with the leather pads facing the top of the spring.

I have a '31 A400 that gets little use because it's not a T .
I recently Trailered it up to Maine, (4hr. Ride) After I off loaded it I checked all the precious bodily fluids and found the coolant was down 2 gallons.
(it was full when I put it in the Trailer)
I refilled it and drove it for 4 days, never lost a drop.
When I got home I checked the...

I just bought a Bermuda Bell and found out the plunger was stuck all the way down, took the bell apart and the mechanism is all messed up, does some one have a photo of the guts so I can see how to repair it? Bob

Ok so back in 2010 I took all the 35mm slides and 8mm moving pictures my grandparents had and re-shot them in my dining room with a digital camera. The best way I could come up with was to put a piece of white countertop across the room and zoom in with the video camera, playing it directly into a laptop. This worked pretty good and I put them all...

I'm working on this speedometer for my 1915. I have a couple of questions about the odometer and the entire unit.

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A worm gear (1) turns the big drive gear (2). The trip odometer control (4) is pulled out, engaging the trip odometer main gear (3). In this mode the control is disengaged and does nothing, while the trip...

Good morning forum chums, this may have already been thought of before…..but whenever I come up with a timesaver or a hack, I try to pass it on….. I’ve made an improvised third hand to install my rebuilt starter in my 27 Tudor…. I’ve already installed and believe me it saved my back….lolol!
As the pictures show……That gate handle extends past the...

I have purchased the AC brakes from Larry Sidmore.
Now I need the linkage.
Who’s selling the kit?
Or does anyone have the linkage for sale?
Thanks

I have no association with this but thought you might like to see photos, as not many Gemsa powered speedsters come up for sale.

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Rebuilding a couple coils for my own use, do any of you ever reuse the points &

I tore my 1916 Touring apart a year ago and I do not remember where this went or what it is, can someone help identify it?

In a recent post, there was a reference to It contains information regarding prep and painting springs. It states Extreme care must be taken not to paint the contact surfaces where the leaves lay on top of each other. Only a very light fogging layer is acceptable. The reason for this is that any build up of paint between the leaf springs will...

The attached photos show three bolts for the rear spring on my 1927 coupe; that is, the original- thick head replacement-thin head replacement. I purchased both replacements just to see what they were like.

The head, on both replacements, is too wide to fit into the square hole in the cross member. The head on the thick head replacement is 1/2...

I want to run a re babbitted fourth main. What would you to repair these pits?

I just finished putting new Kevlar band linings on the T. I had taken off the hogshead with the help of my buddy Bob. It came off relatively easy. So yesterday he came over to help me replace the hogshead. We struggled for about 30-45 minutes with no luck. Then I remembered the bible saying to put a block of wood under the front and a light bulb...

OK, I'm far from a metallurgist...... How do you tell cast iron from cast steel? I'm guessing intake manifolds are cast iron. I want to make a custom intake based on parts from an original intake, so I'll need to do some welding / brazing.

Took my hassler's apart to see what they needed.
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I'm thinking a dab or two of J.B.Weld some MMO and call it good to go!

I got this bronze (?) dipstick in a lot of T stuff I acquired from the estate of an old time Ford mechanic.
It is marked in (presumably) 1/2 gallon increments, up to10 1/2.
It is19 inches long and is stamped above the 10 gallon mark with what appears to be Q then 400-846.... the 8 possibly is 9
If you enlarge the photos you can decide.
The...

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I primed and final coated the springs for my 1927 coupe. Today, I applied Slip-Plate to the entire bottom of each leaf (except the bottom leaf) of the front spring. I have not decided whether or not to coat the top of each leaf.

I reviewed earlier posts about lubricating springs and found that some say to coat just the bottom and others say coat...

This is the second thread in what may be (I never know....... :shock: ) three threads.

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1905 is a pivotal year for Ford Motor Co., as well as for the individual fortunes of Ford Motor Company's two largest investors. A few things I'd like to recap. Henry Ford and Alexander Malcomson entered into...

Joe Marker put this in the Post Register 10/23/77. ...a hearse used by undertaker C. C. Hays pictured on Shoup Ave.
Joe was a staff writer and his family had a long history in IF. He was quite the organ plater and gathered much from the town since it's beginning.
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I wouldn't have guessed it was a hearse. It is in fact Shoup looking...

The car was barn find and driven as it was for a few miles.
Than there was some noice the car lost traction and the brake failed .

Here is what I found.

Next step will be the rear axle inspection but I think it will be no better.

Andre
Belgium

Would someone describe how to insert the window glass into the door on my 1927 coupe?

It was just a curiosity thing on looking up what engine parts could be bought after the end of T. 1928 parts books, USA the choice of re-building was 5 different Over Size pistons or a complete engine, less starter for $125.00
The 1928 over-seas parts book, Ford Canada, no option of a complete engine but 15 Over Size pistons.

South West Model T Club Has canceled Oct. 15 Swap and Show due to lack of interest and Gas Prices Hope see you at next years show April 1

What year would this amp meter be?
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With the help of Tom Pilz, we have been bringing my 22 touring back to safe driving. When I got the car it needs a thorough cleaning, upholstery work, a valve job, rebuilding the carburetor and the potato, changing out all of the bushings on the front end, (I was the guy with the wobble), ordering and receiving the last Berg radiator, and general...

Quick peek think there are 130 cars here Today. The convention center grounds are on an old Case IH Plant. Prior to that: W.H. Vandervoort and Orlando J. Root organized the Root & Vandervoort Engineering Company in 1899 to manufacture stationary and portable gas engines. In 1904 they organized the Moline Automobile Company to manufacture...

In 1916 Bosch developed a new product to meet a genuine demand for electrical up grades.

According to period publications, Bosch had introduced a few years earlier, a deluxe lighting system. The 1916 system is a bit more versatile - automobiles and boats and more.

About 1918 Ford introduced electric starting and generator to their closed cars,...

Bob's Original Model T Parts and Vintage Toys, Inc.
will only be selling original N.O.S. and quality T used parts, and my personal collection of vintage toys, time to time we will have cars on consignment for sale, also we are always buying
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modelt2001@comcast.netcollections of T parts and cars, if you want to sell the collection our...

Saw this setting out at the monorail station at the Seattle Center. I’ve seen a photo posted here a while ago when it was inside the Armory. Later in the day they were selling popcorn and other fair fare.
I included a photo of the motor’s serial number but it’s a little rough to read. The casting date seems to be rusted away.
It was sporting a...

Had an issue cleaning switch contacts. The usual mechanical method was not doing a sufficient job. The electric Contact Cleaner was not cleaning well.

Resorted to a Q-tip and white vinegar. With a water rinse.

Contacts cleaned up with no scratching or gouging of the metal.

Reading Ford Times of the period the owner is encouraged to use only Ford Replacement parts.

So you take your Dash apart only to discover that when you helped your mate, you find his dash was not Ford Motor Company, but C.D. CO. and yours was a Briggs and Stratton

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Briggs & Stratton

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After taking the wife to a new Dr. on the other side of town on the way back I saw a yard sale sign in an older neighborhood. I was looking at some old tools and I saw a front spring clip / motor mount I asked how much he wanted for it he said $20.00 I asked where he got it since he was a young man (about 30) He told me the original owner had...

So I took the wheel off the front to continue to repack the front bearings. I'm cleaning out the old grease from the inside of the hub. I ordered two grease seals and was about to take out the old felt seal when I noticed that I can't move the bearing around with my finger. Should I get a wooden dowel or end of a hammer and place it on the edge of...

Sorry no pictures today , but I will post some this week. Im going to see a 1913-14 race car that when I saw it last I was about 14, Im 64 now. The T was being restored and was almost done when it was sadly sold by its owner building a new home and no idea when he would finish it. He was a engineer at Rochester Products , carburetor division. I...

I have been looking for a Touring body for my '22 and a local car was advertised a few days ago that would save me a lot of time and effort. It is listed as a '24, but I have my doubts. See below. I think it's actually a '17-'22. I'm new and would like some input from the experts. What's your guess on the year and do the various pieces go together...

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I'm in the process of making my Touring 1926 made in Canada drivable again.

Looking at the front spring and the shackle made me skeptical. Do these shackles belong to this car? Furthermore, there are no holes drilled for an oiler on the 7-blade spring. The corners of the top two sheets are not broken.
What was original on the Ford back then?...

How’s this for being stuck in the mud. See any T’s behind the stuck truck? Even the tire chains didn’t help!

Has anyone any information on the car that Otis Clinton of Federal Way, Washington used to own? I would like to get in touch with the new owner.

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There are a few on this Forum of a certain age that remember that before starting the motor and driving away there was a ritual of checking the engine and engine compartment.

I see current comments about carburetor icing in 100 degree plus temperatures. Comments about proper tyre pressure. Oil levels. Spark/no spark.

Today's car...

I was at a swap meet yesterday and picked up 1/2 dozen NOS (Timken) outer wheel bearings and cups. Unfortunately, they are all for one side. I only opened 2 for a quick inspection and they have obviously not been stored in a climate controlled environment as there is minor rust on a few of the rollers. What is the best way to remove the rust...

Mia was a darling little girl who used to tag along with her Grandmother and the Tea Ladies when we chauffeured them around in the Bus and other vehicles a dozen years ago. Fast forward to this week, she has grown up and is working for an Entertainment Center. She asked if we could put a different car on display each night outside a new Club for...

I have a non ford amp meter for my “t” which is showing charge with lights on Looking back in the form it says to reverse the wires my question is what wires do I reverse. A drawing would be great,a diagram is worth a thousand words

Thanks in advance
Bob

Who makes nice round fellow wood spoke wheels for a 1913? Did Ford ever sell the car with natural wood wheels or was everything painted body color in 1913?

Hi All,
I'm about to install my hogs head after replacing the bands with Kevlar. Should I apply RTV to one side or both sides of the gaskets? Which side would be better if only one side gets the RTV?
Thanks,
John

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Do I have the wrong spark plug? This is as far as I can get the plug in. I have cleaned the threads. They all seem to do it.

Also what gap? .8mm?

What is the radius on the corners of the wood coil box? I figured it was 1/4”, but looking at my bit it looks like that might be too much.

Rounding out a full week of Model Ting today was our sort of annual To Bone and Back jaunt. We did it in memory of Lynn Erickson and some we have lost in the last few years who enjoyed it. 32 members braved the 24 miles of rolling hills. It was all gravel in the '60s when we ventured there in our youth in old cars. Later we raced Model T and A...

I admit I'm a shade tree mechanic (with no air conditioning in my garage). I'm replacing the standard ring gear with no relief on the back with a 39 tooth gear with a relief and a 12 tooth pinion to get a 3.25:1 gear ratio. The previous owner had neglected to replace the right side inner Hiatt bearing resulting in a warped P139 bronze plate and...

Just finished the instrument panel for current speedster project. Cast face plate. Modified Dodge speedo, lever on right is the light switch, T handle on left is a pull-to-start.

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What year did Ford change the tie rod from the ball being attached to the tie rod itself to the ball being attached to the threaded adjuster that screws onto the end of the tie rod? The parts book lists the same part number form 1909 all the way through to 1927.
Thank you; Craig

Has anyone any information on the car that Otis Clinton of Federal Way, Washington used to own? I would like to get in touch with the new owner.

I'm making a timeline and comparing the activities, Ford Motor Co. related, of the two major shareholders, Henry Ford and Alexander Y. Malcomson. Of the board meeting meeting minutes I have (1903-1906 when both men were involved with company), I've found one instance where a director made a motion, and not only had the motion fail (infrequently...

I know its probably been asked a million times, but what oil do I put in a 1926 Model T? The engine is all original except for the valves. Can I use oil from my local auto shop?

Thanks,

Yesterday 10 early Fords left New London and traveled 125 miles to New Brighton. I am happy to report all 10 crossed the finish line. 2 -04 model A, 1-model N, 1-model R, 2-model S runabout, and 4-model S roadsters.

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Today was the first of a 3 day tour sponsored by the Keystone Cops club. We're touring the area around Newton Falls, Ohio. Beautiful Amish/Mennonite country, covered bridges, a model train museum like no other, great Amish buffet (gained 5 lbs. I'm sure). Fantastic day. A little rain but no big deal. Tomorrow will be just as nice of a tour,...

Does anyone have a set of the Keystone reamers like this with a good label? I need a picture of it for mine. Can’t read mine or this picture either. Thanks Dan
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So my brother said that old grease (from the 60's and 70's) mixed with modern grease can have a chemical reaction that can cause the grease to become corrosive and damage the wheel bearings. I know all the old should be cleaned out anyway but if that's true and you don't get it all out.........Any thoughts?

I hope this works

1915 non-starter runabout. 12 volts for LED tail/brake/signals, and coils only when starting. Phone/hot spot charging. 12v tire pump if needed. Magneto battery charger.

What do you electrical/battery experts think of this?

Are the hinges for the 1914 windshield,brass or steel? What are the dimensions of the top and bottom frames.

Mine has steel hinges and look like later hinges. When installed and set up it appears to have too large a gap at the center fold.

Any information would be appreciated.

frontyboy

There are a few Model T Clubs about.

There are a few Model T parts supplies about.

There are some manufacturers of custom copper gaskets in North America.

There are a couple Model T Fords being driven and maintained.

So, why can't the few clubs that cater to the Model T, approach the custom gasket manufactures and request x number of rare high...

So the first thing I noticed is that the hubcap was filled with grease. Not sure this is necessary. So my first question is: Do you have to have all the grease in the hubcap and all over the nut?

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My second question is. How tight do you make the bearing and the nut? I'm used to my Mopars, spinning the wheel while tightening the...

Several days ago, I had the tire removed from a wheel for my 1927 coupe. I then took my five wheels to a local powder coater. I will share some information about the tire and some photos of it and the wheels.

The tire was one of the four tires that had been on the coupe since 1954. To the best of my memory, air had never been added to it nor to...

I have been sending DB emails but no reply. Donnie please check your email, I have a question. Thanks Dan

Does anyone know the length of a new one. I love how my T runs with this timer. The brush is getting quite worn down. No brushes available anywhere, but I’m sure I can make a new one.

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Supposedly in about 10 weeks a run of about 350 copper head gaskets are going to be available…
Anyone confirm this?

I am replacing the felt channels for my 1927 coupe door glass, and it appears this is going to be very, very difficult.

The felt channel is attached to metal channel by a clip at the bottom and a clip at the top. These are shown in the third photo. The top clip is on the left. The metal channel has a round hole and a slot near the bottom which is...

I have a friend with a 13 (no starter or generator) with Mag issues.
History -Restored in Virginia in the 80's and stored in a controlled garage with very little use. Imported to NZ 2015 and only done a few miles since.
Last year it wouldn't run (even idle) on Mag at all. We recharged the Mag in the car and now it runs but not a smooth as when on...

Thinking of installing a Prus head on 24 engine that is stock except for aluminum flat top piston’s - also running a Warford w/ standard gearing at rear. My vehicle is slightly heavier than most, extra power would help on hills but I don’t want to shoot my self in the foot here. Crankshaft & lower end issues ? Head gasket availability also a...

What is the use for this puller? It looks like the spring perch pusher but the jaws are twisted to go around something. Thanks for any help. ---dan thumbnail (1).jpg thumbnail.jpg

Is an adhesive used to bond the door glass felt channel to the metal retaining channel in couples?

Here is a complete business with an established customer base. Business includes 700 plus pounds of pre cut copper strips, winding machine, glyptal dip tank, oven to bake finished rings and blast cabinet. All the supplies are included as well as training. Everything is located in western NY state. Everything plus training for 8k. Let me know if...

Good day everyone
I got my first model T running two days ago. It’s a 1911 with an original coil box. When I turn the key from battery to mag I get a spark plug type shock. Is that normal?

Would anyone have a photo or diagram to share of how the rear wood is arranged in a 1926 Touring T?

Just for anyone interested--just saw a new speedster gas tank for sale on ebay, listing under model t gas tanks good luck

I plan to drive my 1915 from Kansas again, and Dave Hjortnaes aims to drive his touring (1922?) from Wisconsin again. Anybody else driving from outside the Detroit area?

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I recently obtained an original copy of the Hyatt Roller bearing catalog covering the period from 1897 - 1916.

In it, Model T Ford axle bearings are listed as part number 16080 for the RH side of the car and 16079 for the LH side.

I wonder why Ford specified different part numbers for the two sides, perhaps the rollers are wound in different...