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Dan
2nd email sent
Rich 561 262 0393

Got my 2nd shot too

amen
I've met some of the greatest people in the Virgins and it wasn't always model t related .look me up in lurgy I have a good experience involving local Jane Lew P D ., it occurred over 25 years ago but I had a experience that I will never forget.

Is there by any slim chance any one has any of these up grade headlamps in there colection
I would be a buyer !!!! Rich J 561 262 0393 or the modern teckey ways

how many sold spaces ,I'M GOING TO BE THERE 1000 mile but worth it, nice people lots of information and some real treasures good weather would be a plus great location good chepa VFW food to boot Denis and team goes the extra makes you feel welcome unlike some the others in central part of country !!!

email sent

also ,is there space for wish bone clearance
Thanks Rich

Dan
Does this require spacer plate, and is there any provision for scoup on splash engine with A crank ?

Bob
I applaud you for being gentleman ,to me that speaks volumes about character, which resulted in favorable outcome for both you and buyer,
Unfortunately I did not experience the same gentlemanly attitude with another form individual .e mail for additional discussion !!!

After re-reading this thread I will definitely change my gas buying preferences. Apparently octane rating is very misleading! Although it's been said that a T will run on practically anything, I put more 93 octane in (after another 60 miles of driving). It definitely ran an easy 45 mp/h on a 10+ mil...

Dave email sent.

Dan
I've done as you advise
Do you think nirod would be stronger than 6013
Thanks

I'm used 6013 don't like result

For you expert welders what is best rod to weld replacement peddals to activating? Arms? I'm using DC stick machine.
Thanks in advance

Also I ment to include Ed for enlightening info.

I'd. Like to edit post to. you DON'T get what you you pay for...
Extra thanks to Dave Tim John for your enlightening information!
Terry email forthcoming
Rich J

Thanks for all replies. I'll just add: I know I definitely pressed the 87 octane button. The car was in my trailer. I was returning from a full day of driving and filled my motor home. And since it wasn't busy Sunday morning, I decided to fill my T as well. The motor home used about 15 gallons to go...

I drove over 40 mile therefore I was able to top off with premium {not from wall mart ] gas
after that it ran as good as it ever has ,although pump said 87 octane it had to be E 85 junk!!! or something less !!!!

Before going out for a T drive I topped off the gas at a local Walmart. The car took about 8 1/2 gallons. Within a mile after leaving the gas station, the engine would die when stopped at a red light. It just didn't seem to have the same power. I tried to adjust the carburetor but couldn't make it r...

Adam ,Thanks ,
I didn't realize there was that many variations,
I'm looking for the 19 --25 one.
I believe I have it located locally.also thanks to Bob for your input
Rich J

Subject says it all ,Looking for clutch pedal and shaft from the close style set up , doesn't have to be perfect Rich 561 262 0393

I can't make a P M go thru , seems to get hung up in out box ,can anyone make any suggestions. It probably has a lot to do with my lack of teck knowledge. !!!

Bill
I still haven't received any pictures !

Tim Thanks for the reply / suggestion ,as a last resort I'll use a automotive upholstery shop ; years ago I used to be responsible for school bus maintenance ,for a alternative school ,the court ordered darlings would intentionally cut the backrest to hide there contraband ! I'm looking for someone ...

Does anyone do or know of someone who does upholstery repair ?
I have new vinyl seat and back that a rodent snacked on !

I'm printing this one!!!!!

If anyone has used clastique 14 touring seat kit please contact me via Email or 561 262 0393 respectfully, Rich
P S looking for a partial pieces ,decent used O K, doesn't have to be perfect .

I hope the wright person sees this
561 262 0393

Wayne very good info / advice Your last paragraph relay took me back to early 50s , i remember seeing my dad doing his magic with a stick of lead on a right side quarter panel vertical surface ,tinning and piling on the lead and then just enough heat to make it workable with wood paddle around 1956 ...

As I get older - folks like that are the ones
that are worth having in your life.

Thank You Gene

FJ
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I couldn't agree more.
I hope to meet some of you west coast guys , in this life !!!

I've picked up oxy/ acetylene outfits with some fill in the tank, at swap meets and grange sales ,flea markets for less than it would cost to fill the tanks I bought a good DC 180 amp welder at swap meet 30 years ago for 80.00 and still using it; done some heavy welding some years ago but perfect fo...

Just a quick shout out to Gene Carrouthers. over the past month ,iv'e been trying to gather info, and parts concerning metro brakes and mdl T. I appreciate all input received. ,especially from Gene. as he had access to Ralph Ricks stash of parts, ;In yesterdays mail I got a large flat rate box weigh...

I like oxy /acetylene and good ol'e stick welder
just the small oxygen and especially acetylene refills can get pricey ; best to have 2 sets tanks I see them quite at swap meets and offer up ,etc

One more time

Bill
Email sent

I'm aware of hazards related to front brakes
Thanks for all input

And better food from the VFW guys!

For the east of Mississippi people, consider Luray Good chance of better weather definitely better Host ,will accommodate to individual visitors, great commadery.

Does anyone have any used but decent seat/backrest covers? I'm needing some stuff to repair my new 40-year-old rodent-damaged seat and backrest. I'm not concerned about period correct as nothing else is. I'm just trying to end up with a presentable driver.
Thanks,
Rich J
561-262-0393

Gene Yes I did take notice of the way that Ralph did it. I found this after our discussion last week, thanks to your help and that old post, I'm ready to put this thing together. When convient please check on the extra parts, I now have 4 drums, I just located 2 from a really nice guy on metro forum...

I have decided to start a new thread. In the course of the past several weeks I've been searching for information pertaining to the installation of Model T front brakes. Thanks to Frank B., Gene C., Tony B., and Less S. I've got plenty of information now to follow through with the installation. I ha...

As stated in my opening post, I was wrong (see my opening post). It's the price I pay for being a new-bee. But, this was never about money. Telling me that I was possibly swapping out parts was below the belt. I never received a response to my email of Jan 28th. I apologize for having integrity, cha...

Allan,
I'm hopeful to also be "blessed". Someone's got to have one. There's got to be one out there. As of now they just haven't seen my post.

If any one of the above posters still feels that I was out of line or that I'm the "bad apple" please send me message or call 562 262 0393
Rich J

"Rich? I don't keep records past 60 days if you still feel screwed send me a link to the AD and email me picture's of the parts let's see what we can do."

After several emails over the past week this customer is still waiting to hear from you.

Just want to say a big THANKS to Gene Carrothers,Tony Bowker,and Les Schubert for all there help, Gene and I talked well over an hour earlier today and sent detailed pictures of Ralph Ricks excellent job and I'll probably end up with some spare parts. Now I can hopefully get this thing together befo...

Scott
Give me a call Rich
561 2620393

Allan,
I have a thread file. But I am hoping to find a good thread chaser as I have 4 hubs to do and a friend might have use for it also.
Adam,
Thanks for the advice. But I am working with some very old original brass and don't want to compromise the threads.

Allan,
I have a thread file. But I am hoping to find a good thread chaser as I have 4 hubs to do and a friend might have use for it also.
Adam,
Thanks for the advice. But I am working with some very old original brass and don't want to compromise the threads.

E mail sent
I have lots of thans parts.

About 2 months ago someone was trying to identify a manifold like you have pictured
It was suggested that some how it got out before treading.

My wife is from wein she ships to family also we have mdl T friends in Switzerland and Vienna
If you want we can assist .

I have 4 to do now ,and I'd like to do it efficiently,

GENE THANKS !!

If still available
I'll take it.
Rich 561 262 0393

Looking to buy a hub thread chaser.
Thanks,
Rich
561-262-0393

Looking to buy a hub thread chaser
Thanks Rich 561 262 0393

Frank,
Thanks for all the helpful links and picture.
If possible I'd like to get more details about the set up in the picture, especially about the parking brake linkeage.
Ideally I'd like to find a picture as good as this one utilizing 30 inch demountables.

2nd email sent1/30/2021
Haven't received response
Will try PM

Hopefully someone can help me!

Try again metro drums

If anyone is thinking of putting 4 wheel juice brakes on a speedster or any small drum with 21inch wire wheels- Contact me as I have a good start for the endeavor, if for no more than to brainstorm the project. I have a 13 that is partially done [40 year old project]. It would involve some machine a...

A lot of history in that building
And great people to boot
They have good reputation with the locals

Butler County Ford was one of attractions on international tour in 2018 I believe dealership is still in same family The car was taken in trade for new Ford in early 50 s . Dealership ship went all out -- put period correct cars through entire showroom I spent a lot of time checking car out. I not v...

Rich, don't know if I can be of any help to you but I do have access to RDR's Picup with the Metros on it. I'm going over there on Wednesday or so and help his son in case you might need a picture or some info. Maybe I'll give you a call if I get a chance when I'm there. Gene Gene, Did you get a ch...

John,
Thanks for picking up the ball and thanks to all respondents.
Rich J
561 262 0393

Thoroughly thought out email sent.

Yesterday was my dads birthday ,gone since 2005, the ache never completly fades away,
My mother passed in 2009 .just a empty spot.

Be careful!!! About 3 years ago, when I was less knowledgeable, I bought a box of really good Ruckstell parts from Bob at a very reasonable price. Upon arrival, I opened the box, was very satisfied with the content, and put it in a back room of my house. A year later, after locating a Ruckstell hous...

We will be attending this year for the first time for two of the three of us traveling together. Motel reservations made, form sent to Dennis. We normally would attend the fun Marietta swap meet in March, but the venue has been shut down due to COVID concerns. It was a small building thus the conce...

Where on the East coast are you?
Steve Florence and I are in the W P B area .

Revised version: Furthermore, Dennis and the Shenandoah T Club guys will accommodate ever vendor's individual needs.They have a totally different attitude from the Chickasaw organizers. You can just feel the difference, and I am not referring to the weather, which is usually better also. There is al...

Furthermore, Dennis and the Shenandoah T Club guys will accommodate ever vendor's individual needs. There is a lot of good camaraderie. You can just feel the difference, and I am not referring to the weather, which is usually better also. I suggest that you Midwestern guys consider going the extra d...

John,
I'm glad to see you brought this back up. It would probably be better if you started a new post, with a better subject line, as it would be seen by more people. I'd do it but I'm not very techy. Most everything I do has to be spell checked by my wife and sometimes she can be difficult

Original Smith
HAPPY BIRTHDAY

Classic wood products, good people to deal with, very reasonable

Darn good idea / suggestion !!!

Harold: I appreciate you input. My demountable wood spoke wheels will be in the best possible condition. To all: Your input has been very helpful and has resulted in several very good telephone conversations, most recently with Gene Carrothers. Gene: Thank you for the phone call. I feel that we cove...

I don't know 'the guy; but news like that is a good way to start the day may you have many more healthy years to drive your mdl T

WTB:
Metropolitan brake drums, altered with Model T hubs would be a plus. Also anything else related to juice brake upgrade.
Rich Jesteadt
561-262-0393

Gene, Thanks for your reply. You are one of the guys I was hoping to hear back from. I believe you guys are speedster oriented. I am not looking for speed. I just want my 13 to look like a 13. I'd prefer a period correct look. I am looking forward to your and anyone else's call. Rich PS: I am lookin...

I was hoping for more responses. Possibly my post dropped down too fast and did not get noticed? Ron J in Florida and Jim B in West Virginia did call me in response to this post. And I called Walt Berdan and he described to me his way of brake installation. Since I am not starting from scratch, howe...

Les, I like the Buffalo wheels but am still favoring the original wood spoke artillery wheels. I have now sourced some Metro drums. Could you give me some step-by-step details of your procedure of fitting them to Model T hubs and any other pertinent information that a novice would need. For me there...

Mine are strictly bolt together. Some use of simple spacers to manage depth of drum vs. backing plates but quite straight forward. Looks like you would be starting the process for using wood wheel hubs from scratch regardless of bolting vs. welding. I did not find a need for a proportioning valve. ...

SurfCityGene wrote: ↑
Sat Jan 16, 2021 4:46 pm
Ralph used the VW bug master cylinder with a remote fluid tank. Your car may very well have been from this area and one of Orvilles conversions.

Gene can you give me any additional info where i could find more info of Orvilles conversations. thanks

Thanks to Les, Walt, Gene, and Wayne for your informative input! My opening post didn't have quite enough information and details, especially relating to the mating of the hubs and drums.They are not bolted together, they are machined and welded. Therefore it is more involved that just re-drilling t...

I have acquired a 40-year-old unfinished 1913 Touring project that someone put a lot of effort into. Especially the hydraulic brake setup required a lot of engineering and machining. It has been suggested that the car might have come from the West coast, possibly California, where this type of modif...

Thanks for all the supportive and understanding responses and suggestions, starting with Allan in Australia and ending with Jonah in Tennessee, an inquisitive and exceptionally intelligent teenager. Change and adapting to new technology is extremely difficult, especially at my stage of life. I'm jus...

Joe I totally agree.
You are one of the guys I ENVY.

I was about 70 when i first started using key board and computer[ i,ll be 78 in two weeks] and it.s all because of this forum and learning about my newly acquired mdl T, to me a mouse was something that woul d destroy your upholstery in storage ! my wife helped to get me started but for the most par...

Dave ,other than being 7 yrs older we are twins .

This was going to be a continuation of Bob's post "Watchout". But I've decided to make it a new post because I am hoping that more people will see it this way. I called Bob yesterday because I also had a bad experience some years back. I will never go public. I just will never have anything to do wi...

This thread is interesting to me because my dad's family was from Butler County, PA, and I still have quite a few relatives in Prospect, PA. Also, the Ford dealership in Butler was the last stop of the Cranberry International Tour a couple of years ago. I was told the dealership is still owned by de...

My first job was breaking tires in a junk yard for 10 cents each with a mechanical bead breaker for 10 cents each .I'd do 80 a day . that was in 1962, young and stupid.

Is there any difference in flywheels, from 1919 thru 1926.
Thanks in advance

I just heard on NPR Henry instuited the 5.00 work day.

Stan, I only know you through the forum. I wish I could meet you and a lot of the other guys face to face. I'll be 78 in about 3 weeks, so we'd probably relate well. Other than Chickashaw, do you do any other Model T activities? Possibly on the eastern side of the country? I sincerely wish you a hap...

I'm not trying to hijack this thread but I'd like to know more about the picture of the car with Henry Ford at the wheel. I have never seen that picture before. Specifically, who are the other two people? Who is the passenger and who is the young woman with the baby?

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Could this be a lamp bracket for an early car?
To me it appears to be a rough casting without holes.
Any input will be appreciated.

I just listed those on EBay: https://www.ebay.com/itm/254804949315
If anyone is interested please make me a reasonable offer and contact me directly.
Rich
Cell: 561-262-0393

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