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1914 T Speedometer parts wanted

Post by Bruce Compton » Tue Aug 09, 2022 12:21 pm

I'm trying to get parts to install a speedo on my '14. I have a decent looking "Standard Speedometer" head but it has no main input drive, I already have a nice correct cable, a nice 2.5:1 swivel and the correct steering arm with the hole for the mount. I'm confused as to the correct swivel drive ratio for the "Standard" , (either 2.5:1 or 1:1 ). I would also be interested in another working head that takes the 2.5:1 swivel drive. I also need the "S" mounting bracket. I'll be in Hershey (GAG 27-28).

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Re: 1914 T Speedometer parts wanted

Post by George House » Tue Aug 09, 2022 12:50 pm

Call Russ Furstnow. (928) 699-2376 or (928) 526-1343
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Re: 1914 T Speedometer parts wanted

Post by Mark Gregush » Tue Aug 09, 2022 3:16 pm

Besides Russ, you could try placing an ad in the classifieds. Not everyone reads both, some only the classifieds.
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Re: 1914 T Speedometer parts wanted

Post by Original Smith » Wed Aug 10, 2022 10:47 am

Standard speedometers are not usually in very good condition, nor were they used in 1914. Your best bet is to buy a copy of Russ Furstnows speedometer book to see what is proper for your car.


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Re: 1914 T Speedometer parts wanted

Post by Bruce Compton » Wed Aug 10, 2022 2:12 pm

Thanks Larry; I have Russ' book and apparently the "Ford Specials" were introduced in '14 and they all take a 1:1 swivel, and I've never even seen one, (or the mounting hardware). The pics in his book are not really clear. Stop by my spot at Hershey if you get a chance and we'll talk T's (GAG 27-28). Bruce


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Re: 1914 T Speedometer parts wanted

Post by Russ_Furstnow » Wed Aug 10, 2022 3:04 pm

Bruce, Look on page 81 of the Antique Automobile Speedometer book for a clear photo of the drive. I hope this helps, Russ Furstnow


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Re: 1914 T Speedometer parts wanted

Post by Bruce Compton » Wed Aug 10, 2022 3:42 pm

Thanks Russ: All I have is your book (62 pages). Can you post a picture of the swivel/mount I need?? If you are going to Hershey I'll look you up and go from there. I can bring what I have for your inspection and maybe buy whatever I need to fill the gaps. Bruce


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Re: 1914 T Speedometer parts wanted

Post by Russ_Furstnow » Wed Aug 10, 2022 7:48 pm

Here are some photos of the Ford Motor Company speedometer parts (commonly known as the "Ford Special"). The first attachment is from the "Price List of Accessories and Accessory Parts" dated February 1915. The remainder of attachments are photos of the drive and cable. The road gear is a 35T8P gear that fits onto the Ford machined hub. I hope this helps. Russ Furstnow
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1915 Accessories II.jpg
1915 Photo 12.JPG
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1915 Photo 11.jpg
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Re: 1914 T Speedometer parts wanted

Post by Original Smith » Thu Aug 11, 2022 1:52 pm

I'm sure Russ will agree with me on this one, but only the late 1914 models used the new 1-1 speedometers.

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