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Some fun at OCF last fall.

Ya, or a few friends!

Not an old photo but this was trucking.

Just driving our county roads.

Looking really nice Neil.!

Heinrich just sent this over via carrier pigeon. KD and Cuthbert did ride with the Monitor named Alamy to the race. Here is we see the size 9 1/2 lizard Alamy they rode with. Its great to see the hard 20200404_093050.jpg work at the instatoot paying off. As a side note, this photo was found under th...

Our run through the back woods in Michigan a couple years ago.

Jim, your are an inspiration for us all ! Keep it up and you will need to add on.

As you cant see in the photo, the 360 degree swivel seat was for the guy with two left feet.
Elwood was not looking to break any records, he was just facing the wrong way at the starting line. The rims wood not be metal as spoke of in the next race.

They say Smee's missing alarm clock saga was a krock ! The photo is proof. The biker thing was a miss representation ! It was a group of peddlers that caused the problem. Seems the auto supply store started selling motorized Indians. The purists thought they should be made of wood. They all had a gl...

I bet Tim Morsher would enjoy seeing this. How about it Tim?

Tim you are correct. I ran some errands today with my RPU. That new engine is really starting to run good. I put about 30 miles on it today. Lots of smiles, and thumbs up. Ended up at the Fire Department for a meeting this evening. After the meeting I got my 1st free start with this engine!!!! What ...

I do, I really do ! Gotta love it. I could spend alot of time in your back yard dreaming.

Rich, you have been a very sick man for many years. Glad to see your not getting over it!

Easy to roll but it looks like a sweet ride !

Rebuilding a front axle for a friends 26 Tudor.

Cops here have been told not to do traffic stops unless they are seriously breaking the law. Hey they are letting criminals out and arresting preachers. Yup, nuts is what I would say. Yes I will continue to drive my T until they threaten me. Its a fact its more dangerous to drive your car than to co...

I checked the calender today. 31 years ago today I married the girl of my dreams. How is that for a bit of humor? Her not me!

Admirable Spoonwhistle was a great seafarer indeed! Not so much on land. The repairs were quit extensive at times. The smelter hands had their hands full repairing the hull during his visits. More than one way to skin a catameran was their motto. article-0-13551301000005DC-3_634x438.jpg KD was alway...

Kinda feels like a test to me!

I guess that answers the question, any way you slice it model T's had shiney paint.

Rich, I bet it took some bread to get that built !

Here is my 23 TT. Not sure its 100% correct.

Thats a great one Tim. Yup, looks like shingles. Not too heavy but pretty high stack.

I talked with my Amish neihbors when they 1st started closing things here almost 2 weeks ago. Most said the same thing, that they have been sick for 3 to four days with a dry cough, low fever and no energy at all. It went through the entire families in a couple weeks. Other Amish neihbors sais the s...

I needed a break from working on a 26 Tudor that belongs to a friend. It stopped raining and I needed a fix. I fired up the pickup, told the wife I was going for a drive and headed out. How is this for social distancing ? 20200328_143554.jpg About a twenty mile drive through the countryside clears t...

Perry, thats some real mud ! Must have been a real trick pushing those horses out with the runabout!

I plan to burn some of that cheap gas in the T tomorrow. 55 and sunny! If I dont stop there wont be a crowd.

Now thats a real flat!

The tire in the photo looks like a possum retread!

Is it possible?

You have more patience than I. Plastic, rubber and aluminum. Seems every plastic clip I touch breaks and parts froze together with rust or corrosion. If you cant turn a 100 rear old nut that is 50% rusted away, I dont want to do it.

Looks like it Rich.

262A cab ?

The fenders resemble these. A larger version of the slip on bed.
These are from 1922 MP catalog.
The old truck looks well used.

That photo may be mislabeled? The Motor Washer Co. Is in the background. The trial washing system may have been in play at that time. Its definatly deep enough to wash the motor.
Later they bottled motor wash from pure mountian streams. Sure beat using rootbeer but not as tasty! Sorry if Im all wet.

Woo Hoo ! Wonderful. You back is to the camera, we cant see that smile.

20190729_143441.jpg The lower plate was on the 8in1 bed when I got it from Dave. It was folded under, so I didnt know it was there till I got it home. I cleaned it and straightened it and bolted it on the bed even tho its a trailer plate. The top one goes on my roadster when I figure out where I pu...

At least I can go back to popping bubble wrap made in china now!

I agree Hank. Keep it up. Jay, can you post more photos of aftermarket items fot the model T? I know you have them.

Dan, thanks for posting the ad. Now I can install the correct socket. Much easier than usting a screwdriver to hook it up.

2 speed rear axle short shift lever? The headlights look ablout like T lights with cool mounts. Great detail photo.

Just cough a few times as you explain about your fever! He should run home and put the TP to use!

You can sand or grind a bit off the back side of the nut. A little at a time as to not go too far.

Beating the mental part is the hardest. Sounds like you are very prepared. You have a good plan. Stay positive and you will do fine. We are under "Shelter in Place" orders here in Indiana. No forced placed on us yet. I have a couple T projects to work on among other things to do. I trimmed all the t...

If I only could find the photo of the swigglworth gear KD was involved with! The story behind it is great. I just dont know it.

The facts

brought forth to the modern generation about KD is the driving force behind all the views. Both of them!

Lookin good Dave. Dont pitch the toasters! We may be shaking the crumbs out soon.

Fantastic Jim ! I like that green.

I know nothing about the history of the Stag Hotel. It was stated by Ernie's patrons that when the Stag opened that parts of the neihborhood was turned upsidedown. It may have been all wet. A photo is worth 42 words.

That thing quacks me up but can he duck the bugs? Nice job making a cool piece.

Yes they are nuts. I went to the bank today. The main lobby is closed. The walk up window is to be used inside. Well instead of spreading out in the bank " social distanceing" you are in a 6x10 area with several others. You cannot see inside so you open the door and there they are. Wait outside? Dri...

When I bought my 1st house I was a Jr in high school. Worked two jobs and was always broke. One day while going to town I spy'd a fridge laying in the ditch and looked nice. It was on a sharp curve so I guessed it fell off and someone would be back to pick it up, as the food inside was still cold. T...

That truck is looking awesome! Nice work. Keep us posted on your progress.

I installed the 1/2" copper line on my engine. The fitting was in the pan and hogs head when I got it but no line. The elbo in the hogs head would not clear when trying to thread it in. I used a coupling and short nipple to get it done. I also adjusted the reverse band one last time, hopefully. Not ...

Very easy to make some. These came with another wood cab I have.

If you go to Martin Parry .com and look at the catalogs, it will show the general construction of the body without the frame. There is a tremedous amount of info from these people on this forum. They helped me figure out mine. Wood cabs are what ever you want them to be. I used part of an existing M...

Don, you are a whirlwind. It looks great. Keep it up so we have something to look at when we are all stuck at home. Ok, now I need to go to the shop. You have inspired me!

What part of IN are you from? I have all the original wood cab I used for patterns. You are welcome to come look at mine. Just stay 6ft away.

20170822_205907.jpg 20170822_205907.jpg This is the main floor for my wood cab and brackets to attatch to frame tabs. Bracket bolt to the main wood runners on floor system. 20200321_173310.jpg 20200321_173343.jpg Its hard to see in photos when all together. The most critical part of the floor build...

I like it alot Scott. Mine is a 23 also.

If someone knows how to post the link to my Martin Parry cab rebuild, I think it shows how the cab mounts to the frame.

Thanks guys. I was hoping for a mount on the spare tire carrier. This car has fiberglass fenders and am unsure if they would cack with the original fender mount. Its a nice looking car but not all original fasteners and such. A very good driver.

We have lots of Amish stores here Perry. They come in many sizes. The stores I meen.

I am doing some work on a 26 Tudor for a friend. Its missing the tail light. It has a goose neck spare tire carrier. What tail light and how is it mounted?
Any photos or help would be great.
Thank you

I dont know why these wood cabs keep popping up on my screen?

Ya Dave, signs of spring. Your getting the T together!

65 here at 5am and 35 now. Snow sunday. Yup spring is here!

Looks solid. Would be nice to see it on the road once again.

Good times indeed!

There is a section in my 12th edition Dykes encyclopedia that lists what to take on a road trip. If you take everything on the list, you need 3 T's.
Your trip sounds like some real fun.

That thing is coool!

Sounds like a great plan Richard! A little T therapy would do us all good.

This restoration is very intesting and full of detail. Thank you for sharing with us all.

And just like that, grampa is a hero!

Huh! I thought I was the only one willing to do something like that. My son has it figured out. He found this and brought it to dad to fix. My one grand daughter is 7 and in basket ball. Now that they are out of school, she needs to practice. Grampa will take care of it!

Good to hear you have time for therapy. Driving season is almost here. Nice photos also. Keep us posted.

I bet the conversation was the chief to the 1st officer, " you know its missing a wheel, right"

Im going unless its canceled. May have to pack a lunch. Starting to shut down eat in places.

Can you post a photo of the wheel clamps you are looking for?

Woodvale TP factory ramping up production for "run" on toilet paper. Twixlbum ordered an extra roll also. The dog said he didnt need any.

Someone correct me if I'm wrong but that is the CHO. The leader on his not so high horse in those early days.

Very nice Rich. The contrast is great. Hope the nice weather will bring more photo's of the day.

My 8in1 bed on my TT came out of Iowa. The plate on the bed was Iowa 1935 trailer.

Great news! Thank you Larry!!!

I will be there. I have had the flu before, will have it again. If you have respitory problems or other serious health issues, best to play it safe. More probability of catching something at the local gas station or bank. Im looking forward to meeting and not shaking hands with everyone. That goes a...

Looks like a barrel of fun!

Here is mine. Sorry for sideway post

Many cab makers from comercial to cabinet makers and carpenters. Has some Martin Parry features but a little different . Here is MP that is close. You can go to Martin Parry .com and look at dealer catologs to see if you can find a match. KIC Document 28-A-1.jpg I have a model 20-B I rebuilt. The me...

Good on you Hank! You are good for this hobby on many levels !

I dont know, I'm kind of fond of wood cabs! I see is has a leaver boom on the back." Leaver right there!"

Thats not an ordinary rectangle building. It wraps the corner at an angle. Nice detail to.

A friend had the same problem last year. I made some calls and had a rim and tire on his T for the home town parade. A friend took one off his car and loaned it to him and had never met the guy. Super people in this hobby!

Looks to be a pretty "hot" load to crumble apart while dumping. I bet the had to beat it into the form.

Crazy kids! You have been busy Dave. Its ok cause its black and does pay the bills. 600 hp! Hang on to your @$$ in that thing! Now get that T back together!

Hope you found the gear you were looking for?

Carson, you would do well to contact Hank. He is a great guy . He has helped me several times with advise and parts. Useing a rim like that will cost more in the long run, such as a cut tire and tube. Its not worth the risk to you or family getting injured .

I seen it. Dennis is correct and well said. It had no business here. Thats what facebook is for!

I dont do facebook for those reasons.

In later years there was alot of buzz about " Sawing Timber". The spoozophone had somthing to do with it. The Crayola label signed them right away. They saw something in " Sawing Timber" that most wood knot?

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