MTFCA Forum

I'm restoring a 1926 Roadster Pickup. I'm working on the bed of the truck and building the wooden floor. There is a cover plate that covers the rear cross member. My question is will one from a Model A work? If not, and I need to make one, what are the dimensions? Another question - do the metal str...

Sorry for the late response - too many irons in the fire right now! I appreciate the suggestions here. The car does have a vaporizer carburetor which I have removed, cleaned and installed a new needle and seat. I couldn't locate information on how to set the float so I set it about 7/16 - not sure i...

I'm trying to help an elderly friend on his Model T (1927 Roadster). He has a 12 volt battery installed but he is still running the 6 volt wooden coils and generator. He's using a ballast resistor (white porcelain resistor) that reduces power from 12 volts to 6 volts. We're having trouble with the c...

Thanks to those who responded - the information is very helpful.

I'm getting ready to paint my wood spoke wheels on my 1926 truck. I'd be interested to hear recommendations on a good primer and paint. I want to paint them black. I know some people sand and stain them - what are your thoughts on this?