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For your consideration - this is how I safely
secure a Model T or a Model A or an Early Brass Car
for transport in my custom built car hauler trailer:

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FJ

Would like to know what make and model is of this car.
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All of the 13-25 Shift Lock Assemblies I've seen, the housings all look like this one with a thicker lower mounting flange than like the upper flange, even though the one in the books shows it as a thin flange all around. Not sure if this is something that maybe was a re-design later or if the...

Hi All,
My (almost) new replacement muffler has a 9/64 gap at either end where the end cap is tack welded to the outer shell. As you can see in the photo, exhaust gasses are leaking at both ends (and into the car). muffler.jpg The rolled seam seems to be the problem as it prevents a tight seal of the end caps. In addition, the muffler does not fit...

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Tour Notice:
The Horseless Carriage Club of Southern California has organized a relaxed 3 day Hangover Tour to immediately follow this year's Bakersfield Brass Era PreWar Swap Meet in Tulare, CA. All year Model Ts are welcome to join the horseless carriages and many have already signed up from both northern and southern California. If you would...

Going to sandblast a front axle, and wanted to protect some of the surfaces. Will try 3D-printed caps and plugs.
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This is a legendary Olympic butyl rubber tube. These hold air! This one had the rubber valve stem torn off. It had been replaced with a stick-on rubber stem which was too short and had let go again on one side where the glue had not cured as it should. 20220321_194616.jpg
I carefully removed all traces of the replacement...

My 1922 touring is very original and has a black carpet for the rear floorboard.
It is worn and has some holes that appear to be from many years of wear from rear passengers.
Did the T's of this era come with a rear carpet, or would this be an after market product?

Best regards,

Steve Boothroyd
Sidney, B.C.
Canada

What is a good source for the quarter and rear window wood trim on a 1927 Model T Coupe?
I looked at Howell's, Mac's, Lang's, and searched the internet. Mac's wants way too much money for their trim.
I don't have the tools to make my own in my garage so I can't do that.
I thought about just using wood pieces but not sure about that.

I need any detail for a Model T door window lift actuator . I am trying find a work-around for a 1925 Essex that has a worm drive window lift actuator in a die cast or pot metal housing that has crumbled. I was told that a Model T ( do not know what year ) may have a similar lift actuator that might be adapted to the Essex. Any help or suggestions...

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ABBOTT: Driving a Model T Ford is simple, Lou. You just have to remember the names of the controls. You can drive a manual transmission, right?

COSTELLO: No problem, Abbott—I learned how to drive on a stick. So okay, where's the stick?

ABBOTT: Well, there IS no stick. You put your left foot to the floor...

I have a pot-metal Winfield Model M, in Barn-Find condition - which means the barrel is stuck and all the steel parts are rusty. The castings themselves are apparently in good shape but they happen to be made out of Unobtanium and Easibreakium. Has anyone out there successfully rebuilt a Winfield in this condition? What can I do to get it apart...

I see that there are bushings sold for a steel wheel where the stem passes through. Does anyone use these? Are.they required?

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I am having some problems removing this bearing. I may have messed it up already trying to use my gear puller behind the seal and possibly bent the cage.

Any ideas? I know it is NOT supposed to slip on the spindle but this one is really tight.

Has anyone used the english tubes in wire wheels with metal fellows. I wonder how there 3 stem works out with a thinner metal rim such as my Budd wire wheels.

How long does it take to get them once ordered? Is anyone stocking and selling them in the US?

just askin'

frontyboy

Does anyone know what goes here on my 1927 coupe? Does anyone have picture of it?

In a previous thread someone wanted to see photos of the mirrors I find for my T's. I find them where and when I can. Most are Wibroc brand from the 1950's -60's. These are chrome plated over brass bodies. When the chrome is stripped off and the brass is polished, the flower petal design one looks right at home on a brass car.

The hinge mounted...

Practicing on junk block, and looking for constructive criticism. Do these numbers make sense to those of you that have done this.This is the amount I removed from the side of each main saddle.

Appears to be an improved TT

This is the same radiator as in my March 17 post. It is a round tube radiator. I thought it would be good to start a new post.

These photos show it after filling it with water. I found two leaks. One at the cast iron outlet, and one in the core. Sorry, the last photo would not go in vertically. A follow up post will show these same locations...

I can't get the passenger side door to close with new welting and door panel. It appears the door is too close to the subrail by the lower hinge and bottom of the door panel is causing it not to latch. The hinges look perfectly straight and not bent and the door is rock solid to the cowl. Taking out the striker helps.

Luray is only 7 weeks away. Make plans now to attend the 8th annual Mid Atlantic Pre War Swap Meet on May 13 and 14th. The vendors at Luray always manage to deliver and no one ever goes home empty-handed. Come for the parts and linger for the friendship. You won't be disappointed! See the attached flyer for information or log on to www.mapwsm.com...

Most everyone agrees that Henry Ford thought his son Edsel was weak and spent much of his energy trying to toughen him up, to no avail. I think Edsel was a gentle soul that would have loved nothing better than to spend his time with the engineers designing better cars rather than in management trying to fill the shoes of Henry. Car design is where...

Took my father out for a ride then started teaching him how to drive the T. We are picking up a 1914 that I want him to drive. POP is in his 80's so I guess one is never too old to learn. We had him in my 18. We have 3 more practice runs before he drives the 14 to the local car show in 2 weeks.

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This gentleman on the west coast is posting videos documenting the upholstery and top work on a 1925 Roadster.

Am I wrong in assuming that this port is for a Temp Probe? (black arrow)

Rod

Does anyone have a phone number or email for Joel. The one I have is not in service
Wilf Bradbury

Follow-up post. These are the same locations after about four hours.

I am relining the service brake on my 1906 Orient Buckboard runabout. All you forumeers grumbling about marginal Model T brakes take note: the Orient system utilizes one external band, a full inch in width, contracting around a massive 5 diameter drum on the left rear wheel.

I have a couple varieties of Model T woven lining on the shelf and...

Are Kingston L carbs undesirable? I had several on my table at Marietta and no one even looked at them.
I also see several on Ebay that don't seem to be moving? Any thoughts??

I am having a ball going through Jay's Accessory of the Day posts and 'converting' them to the Gallery, which makes them more accessible:

There is so much neat (and even frightening) stuff to see that I had to make a post to share some of my favourites so far.

Top of the list must be the exploding (yes really) thief deterrent. WHAT! For real!...

The condition of my coupe radiator is shown in the attached photos. It looks good to me, but the outlet is severely rusted. What do I need to do to it?

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Third time lucky?
Allan from down under.

I was sent these pics of 1910 for sale
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Trying again.

Recently I've had occasion to discuss whether or not spokes needed replacement with a couple of different owners. I had others tell me that spokes were fine that I thought should be replaced. Comments like: Just soak them in a kiddie pool etc. I thought I'd share my own personal experience and see what others have to say.

I have a mix of new and...

I cannot get grease through the driveshaft bushing, is it a hole straight through the bushing or is it a channel that delivers it to multiple locations?

April 1st is the last day to make hotel reservations for the MTFCI national in Hamilton, Ohio. If you are attending and have not made your motel reservations, you might want to do that in order to get the contract rate.
Thanks

Are there any concerns about using full strength vinegar to clean radiators or should it be diluted? If used full strength, how long should it remain in the radiator?

The Gallery has hit 655 entries. All Jay's indexed posts have now all been 'converted' to the Gallery ( Woo Hoo

Have a Look!

Next Steps:
1) enter Stan Howe's Carburetor Thread Items. DONE
2) trawl the old forum index for any that may have been missed (yes I have found some)
3) trawl the old forum indexes just to see if I can catch anything...

I am going this weekend to buy frame for my 1927 Touring and the guy says he may have the rear fenders for a 1927 Touring, what do I look for to make sure I get the right ones. I have fiberglass rear fenders, would original fenders look exactly the same as or very close to the fiberglass one have.

Bruce

While I have had my Model T for 52 years, this next question has always been a concern for me and in all this time, I have never been sure whether I was doing it right or not. When adjusting the bands, it is necessary to find a happy medium between adjusting them so that they allow adequate oil between the bands and the drums, while also allowing...

If anyone is interested, please contact us through this page and we will put you in touch with Steve.

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Hi my Name is Steve Hernandez and I am a park ranger for Oregon state parks and we are looking for a Model T club to come join us for our 100th birthday at Sarah Helmick State park June 4th. Why Model Ts? The...

I seem to recall reading that someone posted they were going to have a few cranks ground. I can not find anything doing a search. If anyone recalls that post or if the poster could get back at me that would be great. Sorry if this is a thinly vialled wanted ad, but is only way I can reach out to find the information I need.

What in earth is an Autoport I can hear everyone say. an autoport is a six wheel automobile usually a Ford built by adding a second chassis frame hinged to the rear of a Model T chassis in reverse so the front axle can be attached to the front steering making it an easily controllable vehicle which made for a comfortable ride for passengers...

Hi Tony B or anyone in the San Diego club. Was great to see you all today. I looked for the web site to double check some dates of upcoming events and found I could not find the clubs site. Only found a message that access was denied did the club know about this?
Craig.

Have all of the equipment to babbitt and bore T mains and rods and and other early engines and have been doing it for over 40 years. However, instead of using babbitt for this application, I'm considering using Onan connecting rod insert bearings in one or two original 1920s T racing engines of my own. One is a Fronty racing engine with a DO...

Looking for Mark Romano of New York and his beautiful 1915 Speedster with Rootlieb body that was featured in the February 2005 Hemings Classic Car magazine. Anyone see him at cruise ins or local car shows? Thanks! 314-287-1901 Would like to discuss his car with him. Photo below.

Also looking for more photos of his car. All I have is what was...

Have you registered for this year's National Tour? It's going to be held in Wonderful Wisconsin. The Dairyland Tin Lizzies folks have a full week of activities planned for us so make your reservations now!

To register - or for more information - visit: dairylandtinlizzies.com. See you in Wonderful Fon Du Lac Wisconsin June 19 - 24!

I am going to produce Model T boards this spring. It will be the last time I do this. I am wondering if there is any need to run the 1909 boards. So speak up——or forever hold your peace.

Since I acquired the ‘25 Coupe I have needed a driver’s side mirror for safety but the vendors have been out of stock. I prefer the hinge pin type and took a chance on these and it worked out super.

I had to grind the stem to fit and then re-thread for a 1/4” nut but it works wonderfully. No vibration at all like my top of the windshield center...

Hi all,

I'm trying to get the cylinder front cover off my 1914. The manual suggests it comes off after taking out seven bolts but mine seems to hang up on the fan pulley on the crankshaft. There isn't enough play around the camshaft to get the cover off. Does that fan pulley need to come off or am I missing something here?

Thanks,
Rick

Did you get your latest copy of Model T Times? Rob wrote a good article about Frank Kulick and his start at FMC. I especially liked the newspaper article he included about the elopement. I wont say more so I dont spoil the rest.

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I think I saw $265 for a runabout mentioned somewhere. This was an ad in the Sandusky, Ohio newspaper. A2526B07-1DD1-4EFC-802F-2572F9DE441F.jpeg

Looking for info and pictures of how to install a dam for number 4 rod in a 3 dip pan. Don’t want to reinvent the wheel, how have you guys done it? Thanks Dan

Hello all,

I recently went through some boxes of my father's and have found many carbs and was kind of wondering if anyone could tell me about each of them and if they are of any value in the T world.

Bryce

I’m throwing together a touring car with what I have laying around, would I have any issues using a roll pin in the driveshaft for the U-Joint?

Here's the 2014 post I made of this manual

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Looking for some pictures/advice on how the upholstery is glued to the package tray. I have the later steel one with the single wood bar on the front.

OK so my engine is in and the motor mounts are bolted as well as the front. My Radius Rod needs to go back about an inch. Someone recommended jacking up the rod and it should pop in. I tried and that didn't work. These are the same parts going back together. Is there a way to shift the front end back as well? I don't like to force things. Any...

Does anyone use a thread sealer such as Teflon tape or Permatx thread sealeon their spark plug threads. I never used it before and my threads never leaked, but I just thought I’d ask. Just because I never did it does not mean it shouldn’t be used to preserve the threads in a very hot environment. Jim Patrick

PS. Also, I am adjusting the gap to...

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I just listed a Mullins Red Cap trailer for sale in the Classifieds -- Vehicles section. I'll be taking it to Chickasha, space FM-1.

I've taken an interest in the variety of cross drive front plate magneto set ups. particularly the Matco/Eisemann style. My question is about rotation. does anybody know what Magneto rotation is required for this setup? (clockwise/Counterclockwise). thank you all

We have a couple upcoming awesome events happening if you are going to be in the Arizona area.

March 16th we'll be driving down to the Yuma area to visit the Clous Museum and then having lunch at Penny's Dinner.
April 2nd is our Annual Car and Swap Meet event at the Harrah's Ak-Chin Casino & Resort in Maricopa Arizona with the tour being on...

Okay. I tried to start my T when I noticed the key switch connection to BATT was sloppy in that I had to jiggle the key for the coils to buzz so I decided to check the switch. I gently pried up the 4 tabs and exposed the innards. The contacts were very dirty and one of the two contacts on the small inner ring was bent flat against the fiber base...

New owner to a '16 touring car. It has a 10,9xx,xxx engine. I am going to do a compression check and I would like to learn what is considered a healthy number.
Under the rear seat there is storage. Should that area have a metal lid like over the fuel tank?
Thanks for the help.
Campbell Tellman II
Beaufort,NC

A long number of years ago I remember the late great Ted Aschman had a hint about replacing the mounting blocks on the oil pan ears with springs. I did this on my 22 center door and it worked very well, but that car is long gone to Ron Kipling and then from his estate on to others. I looked in my copies of Ted's Tinkerin Tips(both volumes) and in...

I got most of the oil pumped out of my ‘24’s differential and probed around a bit with a borescope. Is the yellowish component in the first picture the bronze axle thrust bearing everyone says should be there in place of the original babbit? Sorry I couldn’t get a wider view. The second photo is the ring gear for scale (hopefully). There was no...

Goes by a few different names and will respond to the following; Ryan, Daddy, Honey, Sir, Hey Dude, and Mad Dog , Pretends to be a CFP, but has a strong knowledge of vintage car parts and will engage into deep conversions with interest. Thin build (athletic), mid 30's, wears sunglasses to look like Elvis. Last seen pretending to borrow a classic...

Is there a comprehensive article on identifying top irons for the various years of open cars? I have seen studies of comparisons of changes of various parts over the years but don't remember one for top irons.

I have found diagrams for a 1915-22 Touring, a 1912-14 Runabout, and a 1915 Roadster.
Do you have links to others?
Thanks

I am intrigued by Jay's collection of gas vapourisers:

If you look at the sales blurb that comes with this last one (Imperial) at: (scroll down) my question is - DID THESE ACTUALLY WORK/ DO ANYTHING USEFUL?

I am half tempted to try one!

Experts, please advise :-)

So I repainted my headlights and tail light and now they don’t work. Reading through the forums it is apparent I painted over the location where the light grounds. What I’m still unsure of is where exactly do I need to sand and remove paint to make the ground connections. I’m a visual learner If someone could post a picture of the location. The...

My recent purchase, any identification will be appreciated:

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Anybody got a pdf of the Regan Spoke Press handy?

At a Shop Talk in Mid-Michigan yesterday I learned something that might be of interest to those of you with gas tank repair issues. There is an outfit near Flint that people have used to repair Model T and A gas tanks that in the old days would have gone to the trash pile. With new tanks hard to find, repair might be a good option. Gummed up,...

front body to frame mounts were removed does anyone have replacements or a drawing to fabricate from? Thanks for your help

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O.K. Peter, it's your turn to fill in the gaps!

Going through some original shackles I came across a few odd ones, anyone ever see any like these, Bob?

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Adjusting the low band is not very convenient, unless you pull the floor out. I made this specifically for adjusting the band, from underneath the car, and I carry it with me in the car's tool kit. The photo pretty much shows it all, no need to go into any great detail about making it. I cut a socket off, and welded it to one end, for loosening...