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by FundyTides
Sun Mar 17, 2024 9:25 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1912 Ford Canada Office Item Auction
Replies: 0
Views: 252

1912 Ford Canada Office Item Auction

Just noticed this listed in a local on line auction.
https://bonesandbougieauctions.hibid.co ... ef=catalog
by FundyTides
Wed Feb 14, 2024 7:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Brake Light Switch
Replies: 12
Views: 747

Re: Brake Light Switch

Thanks to everyone for their input and ideas. I will get something working before spring touring weather.
by FundyTides
Wed Feb 14, 2024 8:28 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Has Anyone Been Able to Help Steve J. With His Password?
Replies: 7
Views: 609

Re: Has Anyone Been Able to Help Steve J. With His Password?

From the FAQ page: "I’ve lost my password! Don’t panic! While your password cannot be retrieved, it can easily be reset. Visit the login page and click I forgot my password. Follow the instructions and you should be able to log in again shortly. However, if you are not able to reset your password, c...
by FundyTides
Tue Feb 13, 2024 1:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Brake Light Switch
Replies: 12
Views: 747

Re: Brake Light Switch

Thanks Robert.
by FundyTides
Tue Feb 13, 2024 1:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Brake Light Switch
Replies: 12
Views: 747

Brake Light Switch

I would like to upgrade the brake light switch setup on my 27 T. Currently it has a switch mounted on the crossmember behind the transmission and there is stiff wire going from the switch through a hole drilled in the brake pedal. The set up is not too dependable and somertimes stays on after the br...
by FundyTides
Tue Feb 13, 2024 12:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Model T era gas station safety
Replies: 19
Views: 992

Re: Model T era gas station safety

Yes, that is definitely an oil dispenser. I took over the lease, in 1962, on the oldest service station in our city. It was a Texaco station and still had the oil drums, full of oil, in the basement with pipes running underground to the gas island. The dispanser was long gone but the concrete pad wh...
by FundyTides
Sun Feb 11, 2024 10:07 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: cap brass ?fuel?rad
Replies: 5
Views: 456

Re: cap brass ?fuel?rad

These were pretty common junk yard items back in the 50's-60's around here. The life expectancy of early Anglia/Prefect cars was not great in our climate. I picked one of those caps up at that time to replace the broken "pot-metal" cap on my 27 touring. It's still on the car and I have never had a p...
by FundyTides
Sun Jan 28, 2024 9:42 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Vaporizer Linkage
Replies: 12
Views: 442

Re: Vaporizer Linkage

Dan, here's a picture I have on hand of rthe vaporizer on my 27 (Canadian) Touring. If you still need more detail, let me know and I can get more pictures. I believe that the rod going from the choke lever to the mixture rod is original Ford part (6299), while the wire going out through the rad cove...
by FundyTides
Mon Dec 18, 2023 9:18 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: A picture is worth 1,000 words with Steve Jelf
Replies: 58
Views: 3726

Re: A picture is worth 1,000 words with Steve Jelf

Hi Steve. Greetings from the great white north. Good to see you in the driver's seat again. Slow and steady wins the race but your progress has been terrific. I never met you although I did see you at the MTFCA booth at Hershey a few years ago and have often visited your "Dauntless Geezer" site for ...
by FundyTides
Sun Dec 17, 2023 9:36 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: ‘26 Top Irons Header windshield bracket help
Replies: 16
Views: 449

Re: ‘26 Top Irons Header windshield bracket help

Yes to a wood screw. My 27 Touring top frame and brackets are original and use a wood screw. Mine is a Canadian car so of course the screws are Robertson head, available in any hardware store north of the border. As stated they should be installed after all other adjustments have been finalized.
by FundyTides
Tue Dec 05, 2023 10:40 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Tudor rear window keeps dropping
Replies: 12
Views: 605

Re: Tudor rear window keeps dropping

Not sure if this will work on your car or not, but when I was working on 30's to 50's cars we always positioned the window crank so that it's weight would be in a position that it would exert a force in the downward direction trying to wind the window up, if possible.. This was usually enough to kee...
by FundyTides
Mon Nov 27, 2023 9:27 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: WTB, 26-27 Bumpers and Front axle perches.
Replies: 5
Views: 323

Re: WTB, 26-27 Bumpers and Front axle perches.

PM re bumpers sent.
by FundyTides
Sat Sep 30, 2023 1:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Post your favorite photo with a Model T as the main subject.
Replies: 27
Views: 1527

Re: Post your favorite photo with a Model T as the main subject.

3 generations.jpg
My Dad, me (behind the wheel) and my son sometime in the mid 70's when Dad still owned the car, which he bought from the original owner in the early 60's. Dad is gone but the car is still here and I still feel like it is Dad's car.
by FundyTides
Mon Sep 25, 2023 12:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Post Your 2023 Hershey Spaces and Goods on Offer Here!
Replies: 43
Views: 4278

Re: Post Your 2023 Hershey Spaces and Goods on Offer Here!

I am not a vendor but will be attending and will have the following items with me that are available: *5 NOS Timken left side threaded front wheel bearings, and 5 NOS Timken outer cups. Still in original boxes and wax paper. a few rust stains on them from storage. $60 for each bearing with cup *12 w...
by FundyTides
Tue Sep 19, 2023 10:22 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: WTB Hershey hunting list
Replies: 7
Views: 732

Re: WTB Hershey hunting list

email sent
by FundyTides
Thu Sep 14, 2023 7:42 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: WTB Double Sockets for 27 Touring
Replies: 1
Views: 125

Re: WTB Double Sockets for 27 Touring

Just need the sockets that goe into the top bow, not the snaps that are on the top
by FundyTides
Thu Sep 14, 2023 7:40 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: WTB Double Sockets for 27 Touring
Replies: 1
Views: 125

WTB Double Sockets for 27 Touring

I am looking for a few "double" sockets for the top and sidecurtain to attach to the rear bow on my 27 Touring car. These are similar to the flush mounted body sockets for the sidecurtain but they have a "neck" on them that accommodates a ring on the sidecurtain while the top fastener snaps into the...
by FundyTides
Fri Sep 08, 2023 9:56 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What's the Secret to a Quiet T?
Replies: 25
Views: 1330

Re: What's the Secret to a Quiet T?

I take out my hearing aids when I drive my T. World of difference :)
by FundyTides
Sun Sep 03, 2023 10:59 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Hershey Fall Meet Treasure Hunting Map
Replies: 16
Views: 2224

Re: Hershey Fall Meet Treasure Hunting Map

In my opinion, if you are a first timer, buy the $5.00 program at the entrance. It lists vendors by name and by category and gives their space numbers. I find it easiest to find a vendor by noting the lamp standard number closest to them on the map. It's easier to spot the lamp standards than to sea...
by FundyTides
Mon Aug 14, 2023 4:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Website back up to speed
Replies: 16
Views: 945

Re: Website back up to speed

Thanks Jeff. Working great here in New Brunswick, Canada. No wait at the border unlike yesterday when I went to pick up a box of parts on the US side. Every US vacationer must have been heading home from Canada. Thanks for spending those US dollars here :D
by FundyTides
Sun Aug 13, 2023 7:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: INSPECTION STICKERS
Replies: 16
Views: 1104

Re: INSPECTION STICKERS

Here in our province in Canada, inspections intervals were changed a while ago to every 2 years from every year. I see a lot more "marginal" vehicles now on the road. My local mechanic tells me that it hasn't worked out well for him or his customers. Previously, he could advise a customer, after an ...
by FundyTides
Sat Jul 29, 2023 9:14 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What car should you have kept?
Replies: 41
Views: 2154

Re: What car should you have kept?

All of them! Most notably my first car, a 1934 Ford Tudor. Others that were special and easily would qualify as keepers: 30 Model A Town Sedan, 49 Monarch (Mercury) sedan. 50 Mercury club coupe, 51 Crosley?, 50 Jag Mk V saloon, 53 Jag XK 120, 2-53 MG TD's, 56 Ford Crown Victoria, 55 Ford Sunliner Co...
by FundyTides
Thu Apr 13, 2023 8:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: T Fire Truck
Replies: 5
Views: 610

Re: T Fire Truck

Not sure of the details as I haven't seen it yet. I am in FL for the winter. Going back to Canada in early May and will go to see it then. About 1/2 hr from where I live.
by FundyTides
Thu Apr 13, 2023 6:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: T Fire Truck
Replies: 5
Views: 610

T Fire Truck

My grand-daughter is a Firefighter with the Kennebecasis Fire Dept here in New Brunswick. They have the T Fire Engine pictured below. It has been out of operation for a while, but the engine/transmission are currently out of the vehicle for repair/rebuild. She is certified as a fire engine driver so...
by FundyTides
Mon Apr 03, 2023 9:43 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: NOS AIR
Replies: 24
Views: 1925

Re: NOS AIR

Lucas user manual instruction "Be home before dark"
by FundyTides
Sun Apr 02, 2023 11:24 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: NOS AIR
Replies: 24
Views: 1925

Re: NOS AIR

How about some NOS smoke, captured as it escaped from original Model T wire harness just before the electrical system failed. Obvious that if the smoke was reinstalled carefully, the electric system would work again. A similar product has been marketed by Lucas suppliers for use in the dreaded "Prin...
by FundyTides
Sun Mar 26, 2023 3:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Leaking Radiator Petcock
Replies: 7
Views: 650

Re: Leaking Radiator Petcock

Loose where it threads into the rad or loose in the valve that you open and close?
by FundyTides
Mon Feb 20, 2023 11:12 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: OLd PHOTO - 1920's CAMPER TRAILER ON A OUTING
Replies: 12
Views: 1417

Re: OLd PHOTO - 1920's CAMPER TRAILER ON A OUTING

My grandfather, born in the late 1800's was a tailor by trade and ALWAYS wore a dress shirt and tie. I remember him when we would go fishing in the 1940's and 50's wearing his dress clothes even then. He would take his suitcoat off on warm days. Great guy! When I was small he would rent a horse and ...
by FundyTides
Mon Jan 23, 2023 8:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Did any one get a similar email?
Replies: 17
Views: 1626

Re: Did any one get a similar email?

Received it here in Canada as well. Obvious phishing. BEWARE)
by FundyTides
Mon Oct 31, 2022 3:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Classique vs Cartouche
Replies: 12
Views: 1812

Re: Classique vs Cartouche

I installed a Cartouche kit in my 27 Touring a few years ago and was happy with it. The only problem was that it was a Canadian built car and the back seat cushion was deeper than those in the US built cars. That is, there was a front "shelf" on the seat riser that added an inch or so to the depth o...
by FundyTides
Fri Sep 30, 2022 8:59 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: AACA Hershey Fall Meet Tues Oct 4 –Fri, Oct 7 2022
Replies: 32
Views: 4604

Re: AACA Hershey Fall Meet Tues Oct 4 –Fri, Oct 7 2022

Looking for a right side engine splash pan for a 26-27 T. Used is ok. If you are bringing one let me know your site # Thanks,
Dave.
by FundyTides
Fri Sep 23, 2022 7:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Going Nuts with threads
Replies: 4
Views: 966

Re: Going Nuts with threads

I am not an expert on thread sizes but have an old British car that uses BSW fasteners. One thing I have learned is that BSW threads, even though they appear to match up to some Standard threads, the pitch on the threads are usually different causing a BSW nut to lock up on a Standard bolt after a f...
by FundyTides
Thu Sep 08, 2022 6:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Condolences to Our Commonwealth.....
Replies: 16
Views: 1752

Re: Condolences to Our Commonwealth.....

Sad to see her go. I remember her coronation after the death of her father. She was a great lady. We in Canada were not "ruled" by the Royal Family but, at least in our part of the country that has many families of English/Scottish/Irish background, and lived through WWII, we always had great respec...
by FundyTides
Wed Sep 07, 2022 5:48 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: WTB good spindle arm has the hole for the L-Arm on the passenger side for my Stewart speedometer
Replies: 3
Views: 802

Re: WTB good spindle arm has the hole for the L-Arm on the passenger side for my Stewart speedometer

Mario, I think I have one. I am located in New Brunswick Canada. email me at dgwilson@nb.sympatico.ca if you are interested and I will see if I can find it on the weekend
by FundyTides
Fri Sep 02, 2022 12:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Returning Oil to the Ground
Replies: 25
Views: 2589

Re: Returning Oil to the Ground

Steve,
I think there would be a market for decals (putting oil back in the ground), maybe at the club booth at Hershey
by FundyTides
Sun Aug 21, 2022 12:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Is this the inner berring?
Replies: 6
Views: 892

Re: Is this the inner berring?

There should be a couple of notches in the hub that will allow you to get something against the edge of the outer cup. You might have to alternate hitting the two sides to get it out
by FundyTides
Sun Aug 21, 2022 7:31 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Front Wheel bearings
Replies: 12
Views: 1363

Re: Front Wheel bearings

"horse jinker owner" Translation please :D . Thanks to everyone for their suggestions. I will unwrap them all and see if they all have minimal rust and go from there. Seems hard to find Evapo-Rust around here. I might have to wait until my next rip to the US.
by FundyTides
Sat Aug 20, 2022 8:42 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Front Wheel bearings
Replies: 12
Views: 1363

Front Wheel bearings

I was at a swap meet yesterday and picked up 1/2 dozen NOS (Timken) outer wheel bearings and cups. Unfortunately, they are all for one side. I only opened 2 for a quick inspection and they have obviously not been stored in a climate controlled environment as there is minor rust on a few of the rolle...
by FundyTides
Sat Aug 13, 2022 12:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: OT Model A emergency brake lever
Replies: 0
Views: 530

OT Model A emergency brake lever

Anyone taking a 1930-31 Model A emergency brake lever to Hershey to sell?
by FundyTides
Sun Aug 07, 2022 7:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What is that for?
Replies: 7
Views: 1234

Re: What is that for?

In the Ford Price List of Parts, issued Aug 5, 1928, part 3665 Front license clip was listed with the note that it was "used on the headlamp tie rod". They are available from Mac's and probably other T suppliers. The reflector was just an aftermarket item replacing the bolt and nut in the original b...
by FundyTides
Sun Aug 07, 2022 1:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What is that for?
Replies: 7
Views: 1234

Re: What is that for?

My, mostly original, 27 Canadian Touring has similar brackets, without reflectors, on the front headlamp bar. When we bought the car in the early 60's, it had 1947 license plates mounted with these clips on the front, and on the tailight bracket on the rear rear. I don't think the late 26-27 cars wi...
by FundyTides
Sat Jul 30, 2022 8:16 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Where does my model t made in Canada come from
Replies: 10
Views: 1372

Re: Where does my model t made in Canada come from

Congratulations. The car looks like it is in good condition and has great potential. I have a 27 Canadian Touring and you are lucky to have a patent tag in such great shape. Mine appears to be aluminum and is so corroded it is mostly illegible. Since your tag says "Ford Ont" I would think it was bui...
by FundyTides
Tue Jul 19, 2022 3:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Do you like a Hearse?
Replies: 27
Views: 2943

Re: Do you like a Hearse?

A couple of comments on hearses. There was a country funeral home in my area that, back in the 50"s, was still operating with a 26-27 Chev hearse. Used to see it once in a while going by our house heading for the city. Probably going to pick up a client at the hospital in the city. Also in the 1950'...
by FundyTides
Sat Jul 16, 2022 8:26 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Do you like a Hearse?
Replies: 27
Views: 2943

Re: Do you like a Hearse?

Back in the late 50's, I was looking for a vehicle to take to university. A local funeral home was disposing of a 1936 Oldsmobile hearse. I convinced my Dad to go with me to look at it. It turned out that the funeral home operator had recently died so the business had closed and his widow was sellin...
by FundyTides
Tue Jul 12, 2022 3:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What to carry: Anything to add?
Replies: 22
Views: 2966

Re: What to carry: Anything to add?

If you drive a car with a vaporizer, like I do, carry a spare heat plate. Cheap, no weight and easy to change. No symptoms until they burn through and then you are dead by the side of the road. Happened to me once and luckily I had a spare hanging on the garage wall. Called my Dad and he brought it ...
by FundyTides
Tue Jul 12, 2022 1:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Where to get help on a 1927 vehicle that is not a model T?
Replies: 11
Views: 1487

Re: Where to get help on a 1927 vehicle that is not a model T?

I have an early 1950's Motor's truck and Tractor Repair Manual. It references Armleder trucks but only for 1936, must have been the last year of production. At that time they were using various Hercules engines. I also have a Dyke's Encyclopedia dated 1927 that lists various Armleder trucks from 2 1...
by FundyTides
Sun Jul 10, 2022 9:17 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Stop Light Switch
Replies: 18
Views: 2045

Re: Stop Light Switch

Thanks everyone for all the input. The one currently on the car is the arm type switch mounted on a bracket attached to the frame. It works ok except that the bracket tends to move and sometimes the light will stay on after the pedal is released. Before I replace it, maybe I will see if I can make a...
by FundyTides
Sat Jul 09, 2022 9:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Stop Light Switch
Replies: 18
Views: 2045

Re: Stop Light Switch

Sorry, here's the one I am referring to:
https://www.snydersantiqueauto.com/6a04 ... pid=981389
by FundyTides
Sat Jul 09, 2022 9:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Stop Light Switch
Replies: 18
Views: 2045

Stop Light Switch

My 27 has a stop light switch, assembled by a previous owner, that is not very dependable. Snyder's has one that is described as an improved version that mounts on the Bendix housing. Has any one used this one and if so what was the result?
by FundyTides
Tue Jul 05, 2022 1:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Spoke Replacement, which wheel do I have
Replies: 20
Views: 2207

Re: Spoke Replacement, which wheel do I have

When I took my tires of the rims, the rims were clearly marked Kelsey Canada on the inside. You might want to take a look at yours to avoid some guesswork.
by FundyTides
Tue Jul 05, 2022 7:50 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Spoke Replacement, which wheel do I have
Replies: 20
Views: 2207

Re: Spoke Replacement, which wheel do I have

I ran into a similar issue when trying to get spokes for my 27 Canadian T with Kelsey wheels. I wasn't able to find spokes from the usual dealers so I took my wheels to Bill Calimer (calimerswheelshop.com) and he made spokes and rebuilt the wheels. He did an excellent job and I would highly recommen...
by FundyTides
Fri Jul 01, 2022 8:20 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 10 Tooth Driveshaft Pinion Gear
Replies: 12
Views: 1709

Re: 10 Tooth Driveshaft Pinion Gear

Allan wrote:
Fri Jul 01, 2022 1:11 am
David, that sounds more like a hardness test mark. I presume the 10 stamp is for 10 teeth, but have no idea what the others are about.

Allan from down under.
No 10 mark on mine Allan. That was Tim's picture
by FundyTides
Thu Jun 30, 2022 10:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 10 Tooth Driveshaft Pinion Gear
Replies: 12
Views: 1709

Re: 10 Tooth Driveshaft Pinion Gear

That divot looks to be machined, like ones on gears I have on the shelves. Hardness testing usually leaves just a small pin prick like a light centre punch mark. Perhaps it had another purpose. Or perhaps the machined divot has a pin prick within? Allan from down under. Hi Allan, There is a pin pri...
by FundyTides
Thu Jun 30, 2022 5:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 10 Tooth Driveshaft Pinion Gear
Replies: 12
Views: 1709

Re: 10 Tooth Driveshaft Pinion Gear

The divot on the back is where the hardness of the gear was tested when it was made. A Brinnell mark. The divot on the front face is "damage". Not necessarily. The page below is from the Ford Service Bulletins, published by Ford Motor Company of Canada, and it directly references the mark on the ge...
by FundyTides
Thu Jun 30, 2022 12:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 10 Tooth Driveshaft Pinion Gear
Replies: 12
Views: 1709

10 Tooth Driveshaft Pinion Gear

Just sorting through some parts that I bought at one time and found what I think is a Model T 10 tooth pinion gear. It looks to be in pretty good shape except for some surface rust. I would appreciate it if someone would confirm that this is in fact a Model T pinion gear. As can be seen in the pictu...
by FundyTides
Tue Jun 21, 2022 12:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Running Boards
Replies: 27
Views: 3217

Re: Running Boards

Here's some pictures of runningboards from another another 27 Touring (Canadian) that I salvaged several years ago
tboard9.JPG
tboard7.JPG
by FundyTides
Tue Jun 21, 2022 12:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Running Boards
Replies: 27
Views: 3217

Re: Running Boards

Here's some pictures of a set of runningboards on my 27 Touring (Canadian)
tboard6.JPG
tboard3.JPG
by FundyTides
Sat Jun 18, 2022 9:01 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Running Boards
Replies: 27
Views: 3217

Re: Running Boards

Larry/Russ, do you need pictures of "Canadian" 27 runningboards? I have 2 sets, one on a car bought in the 1960's from the original owner, the other set is from a 27 that had been sitting in my father's yard since the late 50's and I finally scrapped it about 10 years ago. Let me know.
by FundyTides
Wed Jun 15, 2022 12:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 26-27 Front spring
Replies: 16
Views: 1649

Re: 26-27 Front spring

Thanks guys for all the input. Looks like I will stay with what I have. I plan to put a few new oilers in to replace some missing/damaged ones, so I will try to position the ones in the shackles for easiest access.
by FundyTides
Wed Jun 15, 2022 10:23 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 26-27 Front spring
Replies: 16
Views: 1649

Re: 26-27 Front spring

Thanks for the input on measurements. I have measured the spring on the car and the measurement from center of screw below crank cover to bottom axle is 6 3/4" as recommended. Center to center of eyes on the main leaf is 32" so it appears that everything is within spec. What lead me down this road w...
by FundyTides
Tue Jun 14, 2022 2:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 26-27 Front spring
Replies: 16
Views: 1649

Re: 26-27 Front spring

Thanks for the info. I am trying to determine the condition of the spring currently on the car so tomorrow I will measure from screw in apron to bottom of axle as suggested by Pat and see what it looks like. I agree that the measurement for a spring that has been removed from the car may be very clo...
by FundyTides
Tue Jun 14, 2022 11:02 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 26-27 Front spring
Replies: 16
Views: 1649

26-27 Front spring

What is the best way to determine the condition/effectiveness of the front spring on my 27 T Touring? Can I take a measurement of the overall length or height of the arch to determine if it is badly sagged. What are the proper measurements if this method is effective?
by FundyTides
Tue Jun 14, 2022 7:46 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 3rd BRUSH Adjustment
Replies: 35
Views: 2403

Re: 3rd BRUSH Adjustment

Lots of good ideas here but I think you need to follow a logical step by step analysis of your issue to resolve this problem. If you are like me, and don't have an in-depth understanding of electrical theory, I found that consulting with Ron Patterson (The Coilman) led me to a quick and effective so...
by FundyTides
Tue Jun 14, 2022 7:27 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Split rim latch
Replies: 13
Views: 1775

Re: Split rim latch

As Allan mentioned all Canadian built cars of this period used Kelsey Canada wheels/rims. I became painfully aware of this the first time I tried to rebuild a wheel on my 27 Canadian Touring, using reproduction spokes available from the normal T suppliers. After several failed attempts to press the ...
by FundyTides
Mon May 16, 2022 8:31 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Headgaskets: Everybody is Out of Them
Replies: 59
Views: 6886

Re: Headgaskets: Everybody is Out of Them

Might want to try Al Lambert at Gasket City alambert@gasketcity.com or www.gasketcity.com I recently got a Model A head gasket from him
by FundyTides
Fri May 13, 2022 11:00 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: My Model T Milestone
Replies: 15
Views: 2775

Re: My Model T Milestone

My thanks to Ron as well for the excellent job on rebuilding my coils and for walking me through getting my generator working again. A very knowledgeable and patient man, two qualities that you don't usually find in the same person. Explains everything in a way that can be easily understood by the a...
by FundyTides
Tue Apr 19, 2022 5:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Improved car bumpers
Replies: 14
Views: 2296

Re: Improved car bumpers

I scrapped an original Canadian Touring a few years ago. It had the full bumper on the front and the split bumper, or "bumperettes", on the rear and originally had wire wheels. Maybe a "sport package"? My other Canadian Touring came without bumpers and has Kelsey demountable wood spoked wheels.
by FundyTides
Sat Mar 19, 2022 10:57 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Friday look back
Replies: 16
Views: 1594

Re: Friday look back

What's with the "tall rad" on the 19th (I think) picture with the rangers working on it. Is it for high altitude use maybe in a National Park?
by FundyTides
Fri Jan 14, 2022 9:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Top prop saddle vs rubber plug
Replies: 19
Views: 2292

Re: Top prop saddle vs rubber plug

I have a 27 Canadian built Touring that we bought from the original owner 60+ years ago. It had no arms or saddles and had both rubber plugs in place. I installed arms and saddles and lost the rubber plugs at some point.
by FundyTides
Fri Jan 07, 2022 9:03 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Living in the city
Replies: 14
Views: 1669

Re: Living in the city

Cobblestones and streetcar tracks. Still had lots of those in Saint John when I was growing up in the 40’s. The cobblestones and some of the tracks remained quite a while after the streetcars were gone. I can clearly remember the rhythmic “rump-rump-rump” of cars driving on the cobblestones past my ...
by FundyTides
Sun Dec 19, 2021 7:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Opinions on my T search
Replies: 41
Views: 3722

Re: Opinions on my T search

You may find Robertson screws in Canadian built T's (and A's) but not Phillips
by FundyTides
Fri Dec 17, 2021 10:44 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: New member here
Replies: 5
Views: 1114

Re: New member here

Welcome! Nice to see another T (future) owner from Canada. A Canadian built car would be my preference. I have a 27 Canadian touring and have always found the little differences from the US built cars interesting, if a bit problematic at times. Good luck!
by FundyTides
Thu Dec 02, 2021 7:53 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What kind of rim
Replies: 12
Views: 1877

Re: What kind of rim

Looks exactly like the rims on my Canadian 27 Touring. Mine are marked on the inside Kelsey Canada. You might see the same on yours if you look closely. Some of my latches were damaged like yours and it is an easy fix as others have described. Still looking for one of the spreaders that fit these wh...
by FundyTides
Tue Nov 16, 2021 1:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Spindle Arm with Hole
Replies: 1
Views: 754

Spindle Arm with Hole

Cleaning out some of my surplus T parts and am a little confused on this one. It is a T282 spindle arm with the hole to mount the speedometer cable support. Bruce Mcalley's book seems to indicate that it was used in 1912 and 1913. I have seen copies of the Ford Parts Book that list it as being for 1...
by FundyTides
Fri Nov 12, 2021 5:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Friday Fords
Replies: 5
Views: 1424

Re: Friday Fords

Terrific pictures Tom. Do you know if the first one is Venice Florida? Sure looks like it could be Venice Ave.
by FundyTides
Fri Nov 05, 2021 1:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Are our T’s worth more for scrap?
Replies: 18
Views: 2528

Re: Are our T’s worth more for scrap?

Just did my part to save a Model T item from being scrapped. Bought a brass radiator shell top inset panel, inscribed " Ford Made in Canada", from a picker. He said it was worth $1 for scrap and was happy when I gave him $2. Investment in the future, he says he will go back and see if he can dig up ...
by FundyTides
Sat Oct 09, 2021 8:37 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Just Curious How Many Use Water Pumps?
Replies: 45
Views: 4036

Re: Just Curious How Many Use Water Pumps?

27 Touring. Had water pump when we bought the car from original owner. Also had a large damage to the radiator hidden behind the license plate. Would overheat in parade situations. Eventually bought a new rad and removed the leaky pump. No problems since.
by FundyTides
Sat Oct 02, 2021 9:19 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What was yesterday?
Replies: 16
Views: 2811

Re: What was yesterday?

First day of waterfowl (ducks, geese) season here in New Brunswick on the Eastern Flyway. They will soon start their southern migration, smaller birds like Teal first, then Blacks and Mallards and other "puddle ducks" and finally, just before or during freeze up, the divers like Scaup and Goldeneye....
by FundyTides
Fri Oct 01, 2021 8:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Well, this explains the weird noise…
Replies: 7
Views: 1864

Re: Well, this explains the weird noise…

Like the old farmer said when his horse died "I don't understand it. He never did that before".
by FundyTides
Thu Sep 30, 2021 8:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Border closing will cause me to miss Hershey for the 1st time in 35 years
Replies: 6
Views: 1536

Re: Border closing will cause me to miss Hershey for the 1st time in 35 years

Only 6 or 7 years for me, but I'm sure gonna miss it and my American friends. Hope this mess get's straightened out for next year.
by FundyTides
Fri Aug 27, 2021 7:51 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 26/7 touring Windshield frame question
Replies: 15
Views: 2037

Re: 26/7 touring Windshield frame question

My 27 Touring has the original frame with the groove.
by FundyTides
Sun Aug 22, 2021 7:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: old car legality
Replies: 28
Views: 4188

Re: old car legality

Here in New Brunswick (Canada) the "grandfather" rule generally applies so that automobiles are only required to have whatever features were originally on the car (stop lights, signal lights, wipers, seat belts, etc). However recently passed legislation requires any car with out daytime running ligh...
by FundyTides
Wed Aug 11, 2021 6:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 2 Hole Spindle Arm
Replies: 5
Views: 1259

Re: 2 Hole Spindle Arm

Thanks very much everyone. As usual, the knowledge among hobbyists on this forum is outstanding. I am slowly sorting through the Model T parts that I have accumulated over the past 50+ years. My 27 Touring has been complete for quite a while and it's time to get rid of some of the surplus "stuff", e...
by FundyTides
Wed Aug 11, 2021 2:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 2 Hole Spindle Arm
Replies: 5
Views: 1259

Re: 2 Hole Spindle Arm

Thanks for the info Frank. Can the 2 hole arm be used on any year T?
by FundyTides
Wed Aug 11, 2021 10:49 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 2 Hole Spindle Arm
Replies: 5
Views: 1259

2 Hole Spindle Arm

I have a 2 hole spindle arm, with the casting # T 283, attached to a right hand spindle body casting number T 203. I assume that the 2nd hole is for a speedometer mount. What year(s) car is this probably from?
by FundyTides
Mon Aug 02, 2021 9:36 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Installation of Dayton Electric Starter/ Generator
Replies: 9
Views: 1835

Re: Installation of Dayton Electric Starter/ Generator

I have a "Automobile Engineering" Manual published in 1918 that has a section on "Installing Special Starting & Lighting Systems for Ford Cars". The section has about 75 pages with great detail, wiring diagrams et. on installing Genemotor, Gray & Davis, Heinze-Springfield, Fisher, North East, Splitd...
by FundyTides
Fri Jul 23, 2021 7:48 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Green 1926 Runabout?
Replies: 10
Views: 2302

Re: Green 1926 Runabout?

Was your car US built? I don't know about Model T's but in the Model A era, Ford of Canada used different paint colors. Other "foreign" plants may have done the same
by FundyTides
Sun Jul 18, 2021 7:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1927 Touring, tranny is loud
Replies: 60
Views: 5893

Re: 1927 Touring, tranny is loud

Like my Doctor told me a while ago, there is no "normal". The real measurement of health is how different any measurement (heart rate, blood pressure, lung sounds) is from what is typical for the particular patient. I think Model T's are similar. After rebuilding my transmission and axle in my 27 T ...
by FundyTides
Sat Jul 17, 2021 10:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Introduction: New to the group, from Paris Ontario
Replies: 21
Views: 2876

Re: Introduction: New to the group, from Paris Ontario

Welcome! Glad to see another Canadian. I am east of you in the beautiful Maritimes. I have a 27 Canadian built Touring car. Ask lots of questions if you need help and keep us posted on your progress. We love pictures
by FundyTides
Wed Jul 14, 2021 3:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Radiator cap spinning while driving.
Replies: 25
Views: 3532

Re: Radiator cap spinning while driving.

Maybe the "arms" on the dog bone need to be balanced :lol:
by FundyTides
Tue Jul 06, 2021 2:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Source for 26 Dash Panel Dash
Replies: 6
Views: 1342

Re: Source for 26 Dash Panel Dash

Thanks for the quick responses.
Bob: I gave the guy your phone number. His name is Sandy
Jim: Thanks but he wants a stock metal one.
Frank: I found the first one but the 2nd link leads to a Moto Meter
by FundyTides
Tue Jul 06, 2021 8:38 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Source for 26 Dash Panel Dash
Replies: 6
Views: 1342

Source for 26 Dash Panel Dash

I have a friend who recently bought a 26 Roadster Pickup on line. When it arrived, he found that it is missing the dash panel. Not the small switch panel, but the actual metal dash panel that the switch panel mounts in that runs from side to side. Is anyone reproducing these panels or will he have t...
by FundyTides
Wed Jun 30, 2021 7:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Luray treasure old sol lamp
Replies: 8
Views: 1650

Re: Luray treasure old sol lamp

Be careful. Around here it is illegal to spot deer even if you don't have a gun. Can your T outrun the Game Warden/Conservation Officer?
by FundyTides
Fri Jun 25, 2021 6:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Cam bearings
Replies: 8
Views: 1343

Re: Cam bearings

I have been trying to track down a knock in my 27 for some time. It is quite elusive, I have checked all of the usual suspects-rods, mains, pistons, wrist pins, timing gears, etc. Using a stethoscope, the noise is most prominent at the timer cover. Could the front cam bearing be the culprit?
by FundyTides
Fri Jun 25, 2021 10:45 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: WTB Canadian 26-27 Ford Bumperetts
Replies: 4
Views: 1163

Re: WTB Canadian 26-27 Ford Bumperetts

email sent
by FundyTides
Thu Jun 24, 2021 11:04 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: WTB Canadian 26-27 Ford Bumperetts
Replies: 4
Views: 1163

Re: WTB Canadian 26-27 Ford Bumperetts

Private Message sent
by FundyTides
Thu Jun 24, 2021 11:04 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: WTB Canadian 26-27 Ford Bumperetts
Replies: 4
Views: 1163

Re: WTB Canadian 26-27 Ford Bumperetts

Jeff, I have a complete set of front and rear bumpers and brackets off a 27 Canadian T. Pretty rough as they sat outdoors for years. The bumpers themselves are solid but the plating is gone. Brackets are quite rusty and would need some work to the smaller brackets that are riveted to the main bracke...
by FundyTides
Sun Jun 20, 2021 8:54 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Rear bumper brackets
Replies: 4
Views: 1154

Re: Rear bumper brackets

That looks like a 28-29 Model A bumper. The brackets are probably not correct either. Here are pics of an extra set of rear bumpers I have from a 27 Touring car.
rbumper1.jpg
rbumper2.jpg
rbumper3.jpg
by FundyTides
Sun Jun 20, 2021 8:45 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Reverse problem
Replies: 16
Views: 2762

Re: Reverse problem

Low band too tight?
by FundyTides
Thu Jun 17, 2021 11:10 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Ring Gear and Pinion
Replies: 4
Views: 1356

Re: Ring Gear and Pinion

Thanks Dean, I have a guy looking for a ring and pinion for his Star and thought it might fit. Doesn't sound like it.