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Unique accessories
Posted: Sat Jul 16, 2022 8:38 pm
by cslandry
I saw some unique (to me at least) Model T accessories on cars at a show today. Anybody have any info on these?
Shocks:
Luggage:
Wheels:
Brakes (look similar to Bennetts)
Re: Unique accessories
Posted: Mon Jul 18, 2022 10:20 am
by TWrenn
Mighty weird looking wheels. Personally, I don't like the looks of any of that stuff on an otherwise nice looking M-I-L roadster. No wait a minute...upon further looking, maybe it's a '12 Tourabout!! I need glasses!!
Re: Unique accessories
Posted: Mon Jul 18, 2022 10:32 am
by TXGOAT2
There used to be a T front axle at a gas station near here with a set of those wheels on it. I don't see how they could work very well. The best setup is lightweight wire wheels with pneumatic balloon tires and double-acting hydraulic shocks.
Re: Unique accessories
Posted: Mon Jul 18, 2022 8:57 pm
by cslandry
It's actually a roadster with an aftermarket rear seat accessory and a custom made top arrangement. According to the owner, the rear seat was a period accessory, but he had the top made.