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A few weeks ago I had a wonderful birthday surprise, my wife got me a 1924 Model T, it’s been a fun few weeks, completely new way of driving. I’ve practiced a little just getting the feel, but I’m sure there will be a lot of speed bumps along the way! So I here by apologize in advanced to any newbie questions I will be posting lol! Thanks for the add and all the information on this forum!

Nice car. The more you drive the more comfortable you will be. Teach the wife to drive too.

I agree on all that John said. Especially the wife part...if she learns to drive, count your blessings!! You'll be in the coveted minority!
John, we have a bunch of Saylors over here in our part of Ohio. Wonder if any are related....

Beautiful Runabout!

Best birthday ever?!!

Welcome, Caleb! I'm sure you'll enjoy your Model T. When questions come up. there are lots of experienced Model T'ers on this Forum who will help you out. I recommend that you join a local MTFCA or Model T Ford Club International Chapter. You will learn a lot from other Model T'ers and enjoy their club activities. Also, If you're not already a member, I recommend that you join the MTFCA. The membership application is on this website.

Again, Welcome!

Keith

Caleb,

Welcome and congratulations on your new toy. The BEST advice I can give you: DO NOT try to get your car into the garage with the top up!
Sure glad you joined the forum. Love to see new people especially when they have a new car to play with.

Good Luck,
Terry

Welcome to the forum. There are a lot more ModelT's out there than you would suspect. Probably some in your neighborhood. If you join a local club, you will find many of them. It's good to have people close, who are experienced with the cars who can help you when you need it.
Some things to be careful about: When you stop the car, be sure to put the clutch pedal half way down. If you push too far, you could run over a pedestrian or go through the back of the garage. So get used to pushing half way. Also be sure to remember to back off the gas when you hit the brake. The hand throttle is different and you could forget to push it up. When you get ready to start the car, be sure to retard the spark. If you don't, you could break either you arm or the starter. Leave plenty of room in front of you when you drive, because the car doesn't stop as fast as a modern car.

Buy the Ford Service manual, and the booklets, Engine, Front and Rear Axles, or Ruckstell Axle if you have one, Electrical system, Transmission, Carburetors. These give you step by step instructions with pictures or diagrams that you can use for most tinkering.

Remember to oil the front axle, and turn in the grease cups. and other points which need oil. This must be done often to prevent wear, or corrosion.
Every time, before you start the car, be sure to check the oil level, coolant level, and fuel level. Also check the air pressure in the tires often. You have a beautiful car!
Norm

Your wife is definitely a KEEPER.

Welcome.
They are both keepers.
: ^ )
Keith

Is the steering sloppy? If you are new to the T you may think (as I did) that aiming the T rather then steering it is normal for a 90+ year-old car. It isn't. Over the first few years I picked away at the slop. There was no one "smoking gun"; virtually every connection in the steering system had a little slop. After finally eliminating all of the play, the steering is amazingly precise, and it is now fun (as opposed to mildly terrifying) to drive.