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Gas Line Details For Headlights

Post by Original Smith » Thu Mar 28, 2019 9:49 pm

I finally wrapped up my 1913 headlight hook up today. I have some photos, but need more. I'll take them tomorrow and post the pictures then. I can say one thing for sure. The kits that Ron Gocek made were 100% incorrect, except for some of the tubing which was one foot too short!


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Re: Gas Line Details For Headlights

Post by Original Smith » Fri Mar 29, 2019 1:19 pm

Here are the dimensions. Headlights 9", Frame to radiator 8", Carbide tank to frame line 28".
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Re: Gas Line Details For Headlights

Post by Original Smith » Fri Mar 29, 2019 1:23 pm

Here are more photos:
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Re: Gas Line Details For Headlights

Post by Original Smith » Fri Mar 29, 2019 1:28 pm

More Photos: I'm not good a taking photos, or posting them either. If you have further questions, email me directly!
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Re: Gas Line Details For Headlights

Post by Original Smith » Fri Mar 29, 2019 1:35 pm

Ron Goceks kit didn't supply enough tubing for this job. A 13-14 takes 4 feet, with 3" left over maybe. I found 1/2" red rubber tubing from McMaster Carr. They delivered it in one day. Haven't had a chance to use it yet. I made the entire system from the Ford prints. I also have an original frame line, which is exactly like the Ford print. There is a hole in the frame just forward of the controller shaft for the support bracket.


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Re: Gas Line Details For Headlights

Post by Rich Bingham » Fri Mar 29, 2019 1:39 pm

Well that certainly clears up a lot of questions about the plumbing and its routing ~! Thanks much, Larry ! :D
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Re: Gas Line Details For Headlights

Post by Original Smith » Fri Mar 29, 2019 4:12 pm

I'm sorry some of the photos are dark. Maybe the flash didn't go off. I'm hopeful that you guys can figure this out!


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Re: Gas Line Details For Headlights

Post by Drkbp » Fri Mar 29, 2019 5:38 pm

Thank you for posting the photos. The setup looks great and the tee and sleeve have that "thick wall" look to them.

The photo below is on the assembly line and the little brass hose clamps sure look small. They installed the gas headlight hoses in the radiators before they came down to the line. I used clamps but I don't think they are really necessary if the hose is snug.

On your rear gas hose to the generator, I ran it over the brake rod like you have it. It was sitting on the rod so I tied the hose off to the running board support with a plastic tie. The hose was from Langs and I was afraid the rod would rub a hole in it.

Since you are going to use carbide, I am anxious to see your report. I started out with tank gas and have never used my generator.
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Re: Gas Line Details For Headlights

Post by KWTownsend » Sun Mar 31, 2019 12:18 am

Larry-
Nice work!

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Re: Gas Line Details For Headlights

Post by Jeff Perkins » Sun Mar 31, 2019 9:48 am

Thank You Larry. As I research and gather information to help restore my recent purchase 1913 I find this invaluable.
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Re: Gas Line Details For Headlights

Post by TWrenn » Sun Mar 31, 2019 9:59 am

Ken...what is that a picture of? Thanks

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Re: Gas Line Details For Headlights

Post by TWrenn » Sun Mar 31, 2019 10:01 am

Never mind Ken!! God I'm blind!!! Now, after CAREFULLY reading your post, I see that's
a line of radiators looking at them from the top of the tank. Sheesh! Better get to the eye doctor!! LOL


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Re: Gas Line Details For Headlights

Post by Drkbp » Sun Mar 31, 2019 1:57 pm

Tim,
My mistake,
I should have put the whole photo up and an arrow to what I was talking about!
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Re: Gas Line Details For Headlights

Post by Original Smith » Sun Mar 31, 2019 9:33 pm

I can't help this! Notice, the horns are all mounted correctly!

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Re: Gas Line Details For Headlights

Post by Quickm007 » Mon Apr 01, 2019 11:17 am

Thank you sharing this, I`m close to istall my Gas line on my 1911.

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Re: Gas Line Details For Headlights

Post by KWTownsend » Mon Apr 01, 2019 3:46 pm

Mario
I hope you are only using this information for encouragement. The 1911 gas lines are completely different.
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Re: Gas Line Details For Headlights

Post by Quickm007 » Tue Apr 02, 2019 9:19 pm

Exactly Keith after 8 year restored my 1911 we could lost the focus ... :lol:
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