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I just bought a 1924 model TT. I am looking for someone to come and walk me through the possibilities of this truck. I figure that experience will save me time and trouble. Any one out there? I live in East Setauket.

I'd e happy to help, but I'm 3,000 miles away. Post a few photos and we can talk on the forum if that would be useful. What are you considering?

Ditto with what Henry said.

Mine was built January of 26.

Hi Bob I'm in manorville I'm not a TT guy but I do know T's. I have a 21 roadster and a 23 roadster pickup that I've been through pretty well inside and out. There is lots of TT knowledge on the forum. What you got? Post some pictures if you can.

I added a couple of pictures to my gallery

You have come to the right forum, there are guys here who can answer any question you have.

That is a beautiful TT, lots of potential! There were so many bodies built expressly for different purposes, have you decided how you plan to finish it, or drive it like it is?

From the 4th main forward the T and TT are the same. Find someone in a club near you and they can get her running just right, and check the front axle, no problem.

From the 4th main back the TT is longer and heavier duty than the T. Scroll type rear axle. Lower gearing. But if yougo to google and put in MTFCA followed by your question you will probably find someone else asked it and had it answered!

Welcome to this site, you will find many friendly and knowledgeable people here.

In the picture you TT has a Ruckstell which is a two speed rear. Most consider this a good thing. Are you familiar with them?

Just that it adds a two speed option.

You're correct, the Ruckstell adds a second speed option. On a TT that means you have slow and slower. Of course we don't yet know if you have high or low ratio rear end gears, but TT's aren't known for excess speed.

In your original post you mentioned exploring the "possibilities" of your truck. There are virtually limitless possibilities. I think the place to start is to discuss what you would like to do with it. If you plan to use it on the road then we should probably talk about an auxiliary transmission with overdrive, auxiliary brakes, turn signals, brake lights, and other such features. If you're planning to use it on your own property as a utility/work vehicle the list will look much different.

It looks like a great start.

Bobbbenner wrote: ↑

Mon Apr 22, 2019 10:45 am

Just that it adds a two speed option.

Ruckstell is underdrive and 1:1, so it does not add any speed.

You probably need it if you have the 5:1 rear, especially if carrying a load or if driving in a hilly area.

I have a T with 7:1 rear and maximum speed of 15 mph. I am presently swapping the rear for one with a 5:1 ratio, it should run 25 -30. It will also have a Ruckstell.


As a previous poster said, you have many options with a TT, you just need to decide which way you want to go. If you plan to drive a lot on the road or keep up with tours, I recommend the 5:1 rear.


And, in my opinion, if you have a Ruckstell, you need axillary braking. Many will disagree, and I have been wrong before.