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That did it, thanks!!

Good morning, I got a wood kit from a vendor for my 26 Roadster body. There are part numbers on each piece but no diagram. The paper vendors catalogs don't have any pictures. The online vendors catalogs don't have any pictures. A search of this site came up empty. Does anybody have a picture or diag...

This is all great info, thanks!

I'm interested in a seamless hip pad / backrest in my 27 Roadster; will a 23-5 upholstery kit fit a 26/7?

R/ Roger.

Beautiful work! I love the intake and exhaust!

There's some good ideas there. Would you use a dial indicator or a simple pointer?

dmdeaton wrote: ↑
Tue Feb 09, 2021 7:35 pm
Yes Hank Lee’s creation

Are there part numbers on those mufflers?

I put a new fuel shut-off above my tractor supply sediment bowl. I'll be installing my dual-outlet exhaust manifold soon.

Finishing up building a ZOOM ZOOM engine and still working the dual exhaust for Danny Deaton. IMG_5235.jpeg IMG_5234.jpeg Hank, Those are some big mufflers! Do recommend them over tractor supply variety on your speedster? Santa brought me a dual outlet manifold so I've begun planning my new system....

That's a really cool movie! Thanks for sharing!!

Are the outer front wheel bearing and the camshaft nut the same size?I

R/ Roger.

At first I thought they were parked at 'artististic' angles too, but they're probably facing down hill for a rolling start.

"The black Iron pipe is my design to make the brake rod collapsible when I apply the rear brakes....I can use them as service brakes.... The truck stops much quicker. I also wanted to keep my brake rods in their original position, and have a backup braking connection." That's really creative! Glad ...

Thanks Scott!

Steve,
It's gorgeous, and ready to work! I see lots of cool accessories, but please tell us about the black iron on pipe on the brake rods...
R/ Roger.

Steve,
It's gorgeous, and ready to work! I see lots of cool accessories, but please tell us about the black iron on pipe on the brake rods...
R/ Roger.

Ok, thanks. I'll try to find a local, earlier hogs head for the 'spare'.

Next; nobody knows anything about the aftermarket 'Rusco' hinged bands?I

R/ Roger.

Happy Holidays to All, I'm looking for some info on these hinged bands. I have a set(?) of 3. All three have demountable ends. Two are the same, with a single hinge. The single-hinge bands have an extra detachable piece. The third has two hinges. I'm trying to learn if I have different models or if ...

The type of pedal installed is imaterial in the scheme of things. Both do the same job. It is the location of the shafts which is varied, to account for the different applications. Why someone would change the wider pedals for the diamond shaped earlier ones is something I cannot fathom. Allan from...

Very cool, thanks!

Dennis, My experience is that the style where the exhaust pipe goes through the muffler to the aft end is slightly quieter than the new style replacements, where the pipe stops at the forward end. Both those styles, with pressed steel ends, are prone to unexpected disassembly underway if you have a ...

Happy Halloween All,

Is anyone manufacturing/selling a Horlick-style mountain pan (4-dip)? I'd like to install one on my current rebuild.
Thanks.

R/ Roger.

Am I setting myself up for failure here? Do the brass screws fail without the magnets?

R/Roger.

Looks great! Congratulations!

Les Schubert wrote: ↑
Mon Oct 19, 2020 4:43 pm
I’ll take the nylon gear. I’ve run various fiber and nylon gears for 48 years without a problem. But I am scrupulously careful about 100 mm cam to crank spacing and generator gear lash.

I'll keep you in mind, Les.

R/ Roger.

Ok, thanks. Steel it is! I'll check the backlash when I get it together.

Anybody need a nylon one?

R/ Roger.

Can anybody identify the metal timing gear pictured? The number on it is: T415B and looks to be in pretty good condition. I can't locate any reference to that number.

Given the choice, would you install the used metal one of the new nylon one?

R/ Roger.

On my speedster, I left out the mag ring and magnets but kept the spools on the flywheel to help fling the oil. Not sure about long term but it's worked for me since '94. On a stock T I would keep the mag ring and magnets. The momentum from the flywheel is good for the heavier car and you or the ne...

What c/r do they come in; Can you get 6:1?

R/Roger.

I'll go start a new one.

Dennis Fleming wrote: ↑
Tue Sep 15, 2020 9:26 pm
I have a friend that I think is coming that has a 26-27 gas tank for sale.

I'll be looking for him!

I'll be looking for a 27 Roadster gas tank with a baffle that doesn't rattle!

I got this block last week. It's a 26/7 style. No serial. I've been researching printed and digital references but can't pin down a YOM. Can anybody help? Thanks in advance.
R/ Roger.

I picked up a spare engine that's had a lot of work done to it. The cam isn't marked that I can see. How do I tell if it's a stock cam or higher performance grind?

R/ Roger.

The vendors sell 'improved car' right side tail light brackets too.
Here's mine.

Excellent!

That,.. Is fantastic!

R/Roger.

I'll be shopping for a useable 27 transmission.

My family found this to be quite funny. I failed to see the humor.....

I fixed one up for my Roadster.

D Stroud wrote: ↑
Sun Aug 16, 2020 3:41 am
Roger, can you post a link to the you tube video? What did you use for a source of nickel? Thanks, Dave

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=G-PtnwtOR24

Dave,

Sorry for the wait. Here's the link. I got the source nickel on ebay because it was easy.

R/ Roger.

Back together, waiting for re-read install.

I got it back together; thanks! I did a little YouTube plating while it was apart. All you need is vinegar, salt, some nickel and a phone charger. I masked the sanded (most of) the pits out, masked the threads with some paraffin, and plugged it in. I'm pleased with the results, for a twenty dollar i...

Sadness....

Copy all: Heat, cool, pry. Heat, cool, crimp.

As luck would have it, I ran out of acetelyne before I got the first side hot.

I'll have to refill.
I guess I put the felt anti-rattlers half way between the levers and where the rods come out of the column, right?

R/ Roger.

Hello all,

How on earth do I get the old levers off the steering gear case and still be able to put the new ones back on?
Thanks in advance.

R/ Roger.

The column is out of the car.
The heads are ground off the bottoms of the rivits.
I'll try drilling down a little bit.
What's the correct terminology for the notched semi-circle under the steering wheel that controls the motion of the spark and gas levers?

R/ Roger.

I'm replacing the spark and gas levers:
I've filed the heads off the bottom side of the quadrant rivets but can't seem to knock them out. Is there a secret to doing this?
Thanks in advance.
R/ Roger.

See you all there!

I'd like to contact the vendor who was selling used and rebuilt steering columns at Luray last year: is he on this forum?

Thanks,

R/ Roger.

Here are the parts I took off: The drag link is a little wavy but the tire \rod is really curved! I found a straight tie rod in the pile and I'm putting the better end and ball on it. I found a better drag link too, but it's not perfect so I think I'll reinforce it anyway. Spruce-and-cord would be c...

All,

I'll get the front wheels off and let you know what I find, thanks!

R/ Roger.

I was out for a drive today and as I came in to a left curve it felt like my drag link flexed or bowed, momentarily causing loose steering and tight puckering. The link doesn't look bent. Maybe this is why old racers tied spruce spars to their steering linkages? I once reinforced some early running ...

Norm,
Thank you for the tips and detais. The parts should be here by the weekend

R/ Roger.

Thanks all,
I'll order the parts and give it a go!
R/ Roger

I need to replace my low speed notch and pedal support.
I have to remove the hogs head from the car, right?
There doesn't seem to be enough room to get the hogs head out.
Do I have to lift the body off my Improved Roadster to replace the notch?

I got this far today and ran it conservatively. The clutch slips a little when I pull the throttle last 4 oclock.
I adjusted the clutch fingers and will take another trip after re-torquing in the morning.

It seems to require a special head gasket, maybe for bigger valves. Does anyone know of a source for these gaskets?

As always, thanks!

R/ Roger.

[attachment=0]My 1910 1946 low.jpg[/attachment I am at the wheel. September 29, 1946. I bought my T the day before for $125. I was 14 at the time. Still own the T, it is in my garage I AND THE MODEL T ARE THE ONLY ONES LEFT. The last of the others to go was my little brother, who is pictured sittin...

That is amazing!

Getting ready for a quick spring...

My lizard ran great. I could keep up with the A's on tour.

I wish I'd pulled before sold the car.

Thanks Scott.

Anyway, Thanks everybody for the help.

R/ Roger.

Well, after several attempts I have achieved limited success. I used Permatex #2 on chevron-shaped crack in the top of the valve chamber between 2 and 3. It had been previously coated with marine-tex from inside the valve chamber. I went in through the oval hole in the deck surface, first with evapo...

Do any of you know if the Briscoe 'crown' hub caps and gas caps were plated or painted?

Thanks.

R/ Roger.

Very cool! Thanks for posting!

Durn.

What is this SNOOP you speak of?

R/ Roger.

I thought I could see all the cracks... I fixed one chevron-shaped crack on the roof of the valve box (previously puttied), one long crack (previously brazed) running through the center freeze plug above the valve box, one under the fan, and one rear of the water inlet on the drivers side (previousl...

Dang. Strike one. I located and sealed 4 cracks. Some had been brazed up, some puttied. I had to use a composite head gasket to put the new (good) head on. When I re-torqued it this morning; more water in the valve chamber!! :cry: It's a durn shame too; hardened seats, stainless valves, adjustable l...

I found some water in my lifter galley, and an old repair in the water jacket between 2 & 3. The repair is oil-colored and lifting around the edges. I can't tell if its JB Weld or Marine Tex. One of the freeze plugs is covered in white epoxy; pretty sure that's Marine tex. it will be impossible to g...

I guess I'll leave the wheels black for now; I can't un-paint them later... 20191116_093917.jpg 20190725_071906.jpg The white wagon is a '95 Roadmaster. It's a little rusty. I got it from WV for the tan leather interior to put in my gold '96 Roadmaster. My son drives the white car now. The gold wago...

Thanks. It's a fun car!
The family wants me to paint the wheels red, like I did on the big truck. What do you guys think?

R/ Roger.

Getting the Roadster dialed in: We logged over 50 miles, including 2 ten-mile runs at 40+ mph. Top speed was 45. Dog didn't ride the whole day, but he had a good time!

Well, I got some gas and went driving today. I'm going to do it again tomorrow too!

So far so good; two whole turns and the pedal operates like it should. I took the cover off to make sure I wasn't shredding bands, and took up a couple turns on the brake as well. I guess I just had them too loose. While the cover was off, I pushed the car back a few feet, then forward: The flywheel...

I have not replaced the clutch spring or notch. I'll try adjusting the low band little by little tonight. Thank you all for your help!

I Re-lined my trans bands today. After a 3 or 4 mile trip the low speed pedal began to stick down. I had to pull it up with my toe, then it would pop up. What'd I do wrong?

R/ Roger.

Which are more highly recommend, Lucas (from Snyder's) or Universal brand?

Thanks Dan, that's exactly what I was looking for!

R/ Roger.

I'm having some challenges with my 27 project: I'm not sure if the windshield frames are distorted or if the top clamps are spaced incorrectly. Can anybody post the correct measurement/distance between the top of the sanctions where the top clamps go?
Thanks in advance.

R/ Roger.

That's what I was thinking. Thanks.

Roger.

All,

How snug should the bendix stop nut fit in the starter casting?
Mine binds. Shouldn't it spin freely?
Thanks.

Roger.

I put a new top on the '17 last Saturday.

Thanks Allan, that's what I was looking for!

R/ Roger.

I'm almost ready to put the top material on my hack.
I'm ordering material from Witmer Coach.
What do I use for padding; Cotton duck? Cotton batting? Nothing?
Thanks in advance.

modelt46 wrote: ↑
Thu Aug 29, 2019 11:19 am
I can beat that. I still drive my first car, a 1910 T touring. I am 87 and bought my car when I was 14 in 1946. Sept.28, 1946. PAID $125. I WILL POST PICKS.

I'd like to see some "then-and-now" pictures!

Wait, wasn't 125 a lot for a 36 year old car back then? (before my time)

Excellent, Thank you all!

R/ Roger.

guys,

My cw/ccw dyslexia has me confused; do I need these for my clamp-on American Bosch distributor, or do I just make a longer spark rod?
Thanks in advance (ha!)

R/ Roger.

Wow.
I hope to get there someday!

Very cool! Thanks for sharing!

-Roger.

surveyking wrote: ↑
Thu Jun 27, 2019 10:33 pm
Hank, When you refer to "mounting the magnet on the outside", the outside of what the transmission cover, case or screen?

I was wondering that too. Maybe on the door, so you can remove and clean it?

Very nice!

Thanks for the pointers! I have those books around here somewhere; I need to dig them out.

Has anyone put bigger valves in a Model T block? How big can you go? Are there any articles on it out there?

But we can shop at 0800 on Friday, yes?

I need a high hood, rusty and brown! But not 26/27.

I wonder why that car has 3 wire wheels and one wood wheel?

Looks like an AA rear spring perch to me.

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