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by rnkugel
Wed Apr 12, 2023 10:14 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Mixing U Joint Grease ?
Replies: 8
Views: 871

Re: Mixing U Joint Grease ?

Don't remember where I got this. Have it saved on my computer.
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by rnkugel
Thu Mar 03, 2022 10:56 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Rajo B carburetor selection
Replies: 39
Views: 3455

Re: Rajo B carburetor selection

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I have a RAJO C head on my speedster and run a Rayfield UF. Fits standard T intake and supplies plenty of fuel. Good luck on your search.
by rnkugel
Mon Nov 15, 2021 9:36 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Setting the hogs head
Replies: 16
Views: 2756

Re: Setting the hogs head

Thank you to everyone for the tips and advice. Hopefully get to this project in the next week or so.
by rnkugel
Sat Nov 13, 2021 2:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Setting the hogs head
Replies: 16
Views: 2756

Setting the hogs head

I'm getting ready to reinstall my hogs head. Motor still in car but body removed, so I have a lot of access. A thought came to me about the gaskets (not the half round felt) that fit to the pan. Could I goop up the two gaskets on the side going to hogs head, with a thin layer of Ultra Black, tape in...
by rnkugel
Wed Nov 03, 2021 3:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Frontenac Exhaust Manifold gasket number?
Replies: 3
Views: 955

Re: Frontenac Exhaust Manifold gasket number?

Check with Olson's Gaskets out in Washington state. Got an OEM RAJO gasket from them a few years back. (360)-871-1207.
by rnkugel
Thu Sep 30, 2021 9:16 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Starter motor removal
Replies: 2
Views: 894

Starter motor removal

Can I remove the starter as a whole unit (bendix and all) through the front of the hogs head? Coil field and magnets have been removed previously and slingers installed. Removing hogs head to replace low speed shaft cams. Thanks much.
by rnkugel
Thu Jul 29, 2021 11:19 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 2021 MTFCI Stynoski Award
Replies: 23
Views: 3589

Re: 2021 MTFCI Stynoski Award

I was on the MTFCI tour and both those cars were stunning!!!! Congrats Russ!
by rnkugel
Tue May 25, 2021 10:25 am
Forum: Classifieds - Vehicles
Topic: For sale: 1926 Speedster
Replies: 0
Views: 1916

For sale: 1926 Speedster

1926 Speedster. Please see sell sheet for details. Have many more pictures if needed. Thanks for looking.
by rnkugel
Mon Dec 14, 2020 10:12 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What have you done with your T in December
Replies: 41
Views: 6447

Re: What have you done with your T in December

IMG_2856.JPG Got new E-brake linings on the speedster. Pulled the carb of the 15 Touring to discover that the float was set about an 1/8" to high. reset to 1/4". Also discovered there was no gasket between float bowl and carb body. Glad I had one. Carb reinstalled back on car. Now in the middle of ...
by rnkugel
Tue Oct 06, 2020 4:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Removing Rust from Manifold
Replies: 9
Views: 2240

Re: Removing Rust from Manifold

I have used a product called Evaporust with get success. Only attacks the rust and neutralizes the rust so it does not start again.
by rnkugel
Tue Jul 07, 2020 9:52 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Vinegar radiator flush question
Replies: 27
Views: 8524

Re: Vinegar radiator flush question

My 2 cents on the use of Thermocure. I used it on my speedster last winter per the instructions. Worked great in cleaning out the block. What came out was quite interesting. However, I have a Livingston, honeycomb radiator, and though the Thermocure did its job in busting up the rust into very fine ...
by rnkugel
Thu May 14, 2020 2:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What did you do with your T Model in May ?
Replies: 79
Views: 19244

Re: What did you do with your T Model in May ?

Flushed a very plugged up radiator. About 4 hours of water on and off through both ends.
by rnkugel
Fri Apr 24, 2020 9:15 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Speedsters
Replies: 132
Views: 31272

Re: Speedsters

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My 1926 Speedster. RAJO OHV head, Rayfiled UF carb, Livingston radiator.
by rnkugel
Tue Mar 31, 2020 3:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Rajo-head questions
Replies: 16
Views: 5882

Re: Rajo-head questions

Anton-
I got a NOS gasket for my C-35 head from Olson's Gasket in Washington.
Phone: 360-871-1207
Not cheap, but if want original he's the only place I found.
Good luck
by rnkugel
Thu Mar 26, 2020 11:23 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Rajo-head questions
Replies: 16
Views: 5882

Re: Rajo-head questions

I have the same head on my 26 Speedster. Anyone have a good way to get to the 5 bolts that are behind the exhaust/intake manifold for a re-torque? I have a very expensive NOS copper gasket and would hate to remove the manifold for re-torque. Thanks
by rnkugel
Tue Mar 17, 2020 12:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Speedster for only $39,500!
Replies: 17
Views: 6026

Re: Speedster for only $39,500!

Note single port intake. That is on the low end of RAJO heads. I have a RAJO on my speedster that has the 2 port intake. Also the top end RAJO head would have exhaust on the opposite side. Not questioning the 100 mph claim, but think it is possible. I feed my RAJO with a Rayfield UF carb and run a d...
by rnkugel
Tue Dec 31, 2019 8:59 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Installing wishbone support
Replies: 3
Views: 2154

Re: Installing wishbone support

Thanks guys. Just need to get it painted then installed. I do have some castle nuts that may work. We'll see. Happy New Year.
by rnkugel
Mon Dec 30, 2019 3:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Installing wishbone support
Replies: 3
Views: 2154

Installing wishbone support

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Purchased a wishbone support for my 15 Touring. Any tips on installing, or is it as easy as it appears.
Thanks
by rnkugel
Thu Dec 12, 2019 3:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: RAJO head questions
Replies: 14
Views: 5666

Re: RAJO head questions

My C-35 head has a lot more "meat" between the plug holes and bottom. Just saying.
by rnkugel
Wed Dec 04, 2019 10:02 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 21" tires for a driver
Replies: 21
Views: 6858

Re: 21" tires for a driver

Whatever tires you decide to buy, check out Summit Racing. All orders over $100 is free shipping all the time. Yes they do carry a number of tires for Ts. Got two sets of Universals (plus flaps and tubes) from them the last couple of years.
by rnkugel
Wed Oct 30, 2019 4:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Spark plug recommendations?
Replies: 17
Views: 5961

Re: Spark plug recommendations?

I have run both the Motorcraft F11 and Autolite 3095 in both my Ts. The F11 just seems to run a little better than the 3095. At least in my Ts. Both cost about the same.
by rnkugel
Wed Sep 25, 2019 3:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Not for sale just an OF to look at
Replies: 12
Views: 5322

Re: Not for sale just an OF to look at

Stan-
My Rayfield still looks great after a few years. Thanks
by rnkugel
Wed Sep 11, 2019 4:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Cleaning Brass: An accidental discovery
Replies: 23
Views: 11566

Re: Cleaning Brass: An accidental discovery

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I have been polishing brass for a long time. This is the best stuff I have found since Tarnite was discontinued.
by rnkugel
Tue Jul 09, 2019 4:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Status of New Fuel Tanks
Replies: 22
Views: 7334

Re: Status of New Fuel Tanks

Couple months back I too was in search for a round tank. Called all the normal "big" vendors with the same response...get in line. Then I called Bob's out of Rockford. The answer I got was music to my ears...sure we got plenty. 3 days later I was installing my new tank. Thank goodness the old one on...
by rnkugel
Fri May 17, 2019 10:49 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Re-torque of RAJO head
Replies: 9
Views: 3995

Re: Re-torque of RAJO head

Thanks Steve. I will take your advise.
by rnkugel
Fri May 17, 2019 8:09 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Re-torque of RAJO head
Replies: 9
Views: 3995

Re-torque of RAJO head

I recently put the RAJO head back on the motor and ran it twice for about 15 minutes each (on jack stands) in the shop. My question is, when I go to re-torque the head bolts, should I do this cold or after allowing motor to come to temp? I'm going to 45 ft lbs as a final setting. Thanks
by rnkugel
Wed May 01, 2019 11:59 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Starting fluid. Yes or no
Replies: 24
Views: 9143

Re: Starting fluid. Yes or no

For the first time ever my 15 did not want to start this Spring. After checking everything, I decided it might be a spec of something in the carb. Though I had starting fluid handy, I decided to pour a small amount of gas into no. 1 cylinder. A roll or two and she came to life. I would use starting ...
by rnkugel
Wed May 01, 2019 11:47 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Neat Photo
Replies: 11
Views: 5754

Re: Neat Photo

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Here is the 1913 my dad was restoring before he passed away.
by rnkugel
Thu Apr 18, 2019 1:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Grease cup: OK to shorten the post?
Replies: 31
Views: 10400

Re: Grease cup: OK to shorten the post?

The "cap" I am referring to is the one to the left in your picture (on the axle tube). Not the cap for the grease cup.
by rnkugel
Thu Apr 18, 2019 1:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Grease cup: OK to shorten the post?
Replies: 31
Views: 10400

Re: Grease cup: OK to shorten the post?

Can you use the cap from the one you removed (or extra one laying around)? I use a number of the zerk kind and have never seen one with a post in it. Also, do you pull the cap and fill the cavity completely? I usually just give it a couple of pumps from the gun.
by rnkugel
Mon Apr 15, 2019 11:15 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Battery cable size
Replies: 6
Views: 3189

Battery cable size

I have read to run 1 gauge wire for my 6 volt system. However, 1 gauge is tough to find locally. I can find 2 gauge easy enough. Is anyone running 2 gauge? How does it work for you? I have been running 4 gauge, but the starter still lacks. The starter has been rebuilt. Thanks
by rnkugel
Fri Mar 15, 2019 10:20 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Digital only MTFCA memberships
Replies: 16
Views: 6301

Re: Digital only MTFCA memberships

I would be all in favor of having the option for a digital copy of the magazine. Many years back the NRA made the switch for a digital option, which I did. A digital copy gives me many options when it comes to saving, labeling, printing, etc. My vote would be to offer this option.
by rnkugel
Thu Feb 21, 2019 11:06 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Brass radiator... clear coat?
Replies: 27
Views: 9553

Re: Brass radiator... clear coat?

Maybe one other note. I do not put cover on radiator after use. I wait until the next day so it can cool down.
by rnkugel
Thu Feb 21, 2019 11:04 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Brass radiator... clear coat?
Replies: 27
Views: 9553

Re: Brass radiator... clear coat?

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Greg-
This is what I have. I do have 14 headlamps, that's why those covers look bigger than for a 15 headlamp.
by rnkugel
Thu Feb 21, 2019 10:57 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Brass radiator... clear coat?
Replies: 27
Views: 9553

Re: Brass radiator... clear coat?

Greg- Yes I have them for radiator and all my lights. Mine are a light canvas on outside and flannel lined on inside. I think the canvas is just "old school". I know MACS sells a set, but is for up to a 1914 so it also includes a cover for the carbide generator. Don't know if you need that or not. Y...
by rnkugel
Thu Feb 21, 2019 9:39 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Brass radiator... clear coat?
Replies: 27
Views: 9553

Re: Brass radiator... clear coat?

I have a complete set of cotton/canvas covers for all my brass parts. 1915 Touring. They work great in prolonging a nice polish job. When my dad owned the car and living on the East coast of Florida, I was impressed on how long the brass looked good. Sets or individual covers can be purchased at the...
by rnkugel
Wed Feb 20, 2019 3:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Bent wire spokes
Replies: 7
Views: 3947

Bent wire spokes

What is the best way to straighten wire spokes? I would like to try to do myself without a big investment into having someone else do. Thanks
by rnkugel
Wed Feb 20, 2019 12:12 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Kingston Carb For Sale
Replies: 2
Views: 1976

Re: Kingston Carb For Sale

This is sold. Thanks Rich.
by rnkugel
Tue Feb 12, 2019 9:44 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Lets see your Speedster
Replies: 81
Views: 22171

Re: Lets see your Speedster

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1926 RAJO Speedster. 8 valve, C-35 Rajo head, Livingston radiator, Rayfield UF carb.
by rnkugel
Fri Feb 08, 2019 9:44 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Kingston Carb For Sale
Replies: 2
Views: 1976

Kingston Carb For Sale

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Have a Kingston carb for sale. Ran on my speedster before replacing with a Rayfield.
Asking $85.00 plus postage.
Thanks
by rnkugel
Thu Feb 07, 2019 10:55 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: For Sale
Replies: 0
Views: 1585

For Sale

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Have a Kingston carb for sale. Ran on my speedster before replacing with a Rayfield.
Asking $85.00 plus postage.
Thanks
by rnkugel
Wed Feb 06, 2019 3:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Livingston radiator
Replies: 8
Views: 4782

Livingston radiator

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Trying get an estimate on the year of my Livingston radiator. Any info would be appreciated.