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by Tim Williams
Mon Jan 15, 2024 1:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Nice night for a drive
Replies: 11
Views: 850

Re: Nice night for a drive

Any problems with Carburetor icing?

Tim
by Tim Williams
Fri Jan 12, 2024 6:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Radiator availability - Black Cars - Aug 2023
Replies: 13
Views: 1317

Re: Radiator availability - Black Cars - Aug 2023

I said it before and I will say it again. I wish there was a less expensive radiator option especially for speedster people. Nothing wrong with Brassworks, I have a newer one on my car and it works great.

Tim
by Tim Williams
Sat Dec 16, 2023 7:25 pm
Forum: Forum Support Questions
Topic: New phone photo test
Replies: 5
Views: 260

Re: New phone photo test

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by Tim Williams
Tue Nov 21, 2023 7:04 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Vehicles
Topic: 1927 Model T Touring for Sale
Replies: 11
Views: 2139

Re: 1927 Model T Touring for Sale

got to go with John on that one.
by Tim Williams
Thu Nov 02, 2023 12:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Model T's on film
Replies: 13
Views: 753

Re: Model T's on film

Flying Model T....Absent Minded professor.
by Tim Williams
Thu Nov 02, 2023 11:59 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Steve Jelf 11/1
Replies: 16
Views: 1505

Re: Steve Jelf 11/1

we are all praying for a good recovery for Steve. Just out of curiosity has anyone discussed with Steve what he wants for life sustaining measures vs what he doesn't want, or who can speak for him if it comes to the point where he cannot speak for himself? Sorry had to take off my Model T hat for a ...
by Tim Williams
Sat Oct 28, 2023 5:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Gotta be something simple - what are we missing?
Replies: 18
Views: 962

Re: Gotta be something simple - what are we missing?

was thinking of switching to the electronic ignition for the texas T distributor. The warning for the petronix ones is that for all E I's? sorry not trying to hijack thread.

Tim
by Tim Williams
Sat Oct 07, 2023 5:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Replacement rear main cap.
Replies: 12
Views: 726

Re: Replacement rear main cap.

Erik, quick question.

what is the best(forgive my simplicity of the question) way to get that rear main out with the engine still in the car? I know its tough getting wrench back there even with the 4 dip pan.

Tim
by Tim Williams
Fri Oct 06, 2023 8:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How does this look?
Replies: 19
Views: 1712

Re: How does this look?

definitely carbon for sure, mine looked similar. I am sure others can provide more detail. Check those valves, they look like 2 piece valves to me, get those out or you will have bigger problems like the valve head breaking off and going into your cylinder and causing all kinds of damage. 1 piece mo...
by Tim Williams
Mon Sep 18, 2023 1:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Reminder: national motor camp in september
Replies: 25
Views: 1646

Re: Reminder: national motor camp in september

Hey Chad,

How's #26 running these day? Nice Buick also

Tim
by Tim Williams
Sat Sep 16, 2023 11:20 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Scratch Mt. Diablo off the bucket list
Replies: 21
Views: 833

Re: Scratch Mt. Diablo off the bucket list

been up Mt Diablo in a speedster multiple times. I like the view up there, especially on a a clear day.

Tim
by Tim Williams
Sun Sep 10, 2023 8:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Jelf update
Replies: 3
Views: 940

Re: Jelf update

I am an RN, and from recent experience with family, brain bleeds take time to get better. As long as the bleed is not increasing that is a good sign. The confusion Steve is experiencing is not unexpected. I hope they have a staff member sitting with him to keep him safe from pulling at tubes and lin...
by Tim Williams
Mon Sep 04, 2023 1:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Bocsh Magento Questions
Replies: 23
Views: 878

Re: Bocsh Magento Questions

To answer your last question, you don't need a bosch switch, a key switch should work just fine. I do see bosch switches come up in the classifieds every now and then.

Tim
by Tim Williams
Thu Aug 31, 2023 2:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: My rebodied 27 speedster
Replies: 7
Views: 696

Re: My rebodied 27 speedster

where in Eagle creek is the starting line? How many cars are signed up?

Tim
by Tim Williams
Sat Jul 29, 2023 1:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: HIGH FLO ALUMINUM INTAKE?
Replies: 18
Views: 1264

Re: HIGH FLO ALUMINUM INTAKE?

I have one on my speedster. with a Texas T carburetor(yes the one that requires a fuel pump) I noticed more performance all the way through and top end. very happy with it.

Tim
by Tim Williams
Tue Jul 18, 2023 2:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Radiator...time to cut it shorter.
Replies: 46
Views: 2732

Re: Radiator...time to cut it shorter.

what about just putting a spacer block between the shell and the radiator? start with wood and if it works, then make some out of aluminum. of course drill the hole for the bolt.

Tim
by Tim Williams
Fri Jun 16, 2023 8:27 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: FS NEW BRASSWORKS RADIATOR
Replies: 8
Views: 1453

Re: FS NEW BRASSWORKS RADIATOR

I had no idea that's what the radiators went for new now, not having bought one in 12+ years.
by Tim Williams
Tue Jun 06, 2023 6:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Camshaft outlook for 2023?
Replies: 52
Views: 7066

Re: Camshaft outlook for 2023?

I bet they had a bunch of those rare Model T muffler bearings too :lol:
by Tim Williams
Sat May 06, 2023 5:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 2023 Santa Clara Endurance Run & Lowland Tour
Replies: 18
Views: 1799

Re: 2023 Santa Clara Endurance Run & Lowland Tour

providing its not 110+ degrees on Mines road.

Tim
by Tim Williams
Sun Apr 16, 2023 9:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Model T’s on the HCCA National Tour
Replies: 17
Views: 2161

Re: Model T’s on the HCCA National Tour

who's car collection is that Andy? The pictures are great

Tim Williams
by Tim Williams
Sun Apr 16, 2023 4:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Model T’s on the HCCA National Tour
Replies: 17
Views: 2161

Re: Model T’s on the HCCA National Tour

Keep the pics coming Andy. :D

Tim Williams
by Tim Williams
Thu Apr 06, 2023 12:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: FRONTENAC Valve Cover On EBAY
Replies: 4
Views: 793

Re: FRONTENAC Valve Cover On EBAY

Is 950 bucks a reasonable asking price for that? Just curious.

Tim W.
by Tim Williams
Mon Jan 02, 2023 6:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Universal White Ribbed Tires???
Replies: 31
Views: 2664

Re: Universal White Ribbed Tires???

post some pics Ed of the restoration of that.

Tim Williams
by Tim Williams
Mon Jan 02, 2023 5:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: pictures from the HME?
Replies: 3
Views: 774

pictures from the HME?

anyone have any pics from the holiday motor excursion?

Tim
by Tim Williams
Tue Aug 09, 2022 10:29 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Frontenac Exhaust manifold advice needed
Replies: 12
Views: 1836

Re: Frontenac Exhaust manifold advice needed

if it was for a speedster I would say make a new header for it, but if for a stock T probably try and repair it.

Tim
by Tim Williams
Thu Aug 04, 2022 10:41 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: WOSP STARTER OIL LEAK CORRECTION
Replies: 2
Views: 816

Re: WOSP STARTER OIL LEAK CORRECTION

sounds like to me they should correct that when they put them together instead of the customer have to do it. I understand if it wasn't brought to there attention before, but now it is. looks like a really nice starter.

Tim
by Tim Williams
Sun Jul 10, 2022 4:25 pm
Forum: Services
Topic: Part transport needed SF Bay area to Seattle area
Replies: 5
Views: 1426

Re: Part transport needed SF Bay area to Seattle area

That,s what color I was thinking they were, I am pretty sure I know who you bought them from.

Tim
by Tim Williams
Wed Jul 06, 2022 8:59 pm
Forum: Services
Topic: Part transport needed SF Bay area to Seattle area
Replies: 5
Views: 1426

Re: Part transport needed SF Bay area to Seattle area

Just out of pure curiosity what color are those wire wheels you bought from Hayward CA, I know model T people who live there.

Tim
by Tim Williams
Sat Jun 18, 2022 2:01 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: WTB - A cam converted to a T block
Replies: 7
Views: 1693

Re: WTB - A cam converted to a T block

what's the lift on those Cams you have Dan?

Tim Williams
by Tim Williams
Fri Apr 29, 2022 2:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Chicago mark-e question
Replies: 3
Views: 997

Re: Chicago mark-e question

Thanks for the Information Wayne. I have a chicago Mark E(not installed) I guess I should take the top off and inspect it just too see what I have going on inside.

Tim
by Tim Williams
Thu Apr 28, 2022 2:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 2022 SCVMTFC Endurance Run and Lowland Tour
Replies: 14
Views: 2550

Re: 2022 SCVMTFC Endurance Run and Lowland Tour

I wish I could be there this year. :-(

Tim
by Tim Williams
Tue Jan 25, 2022 11:51 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: FS- Bosch 4Cylinder Magneto- DU4 and ZU4
Replies: 5
Views: 1421

Re: FS- Bosch 4Cylinder Magneto- DU4 and ZU4

you doing some early spring cleaning Dan?

Tim
by Tim Williams
Sun Jan 02, 2022 12:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 'Speedster - lower or not, period accessories.
Replies: 216
Views: 20651

Re: Speedsters

Then when speedster events happen it is fun to see them in person and see all the different configurations people do with them and get ideas or just admire.

Tim
by Tim Williams
Tue Dec 28, 2021 4:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 'Speedster - lower or not, period accessories.
Replies: 216
Views: 20651

Re: Speedsters

Les is right about lowering too much. I can scrape my drain plug on a speed bump of I am not careful.

Tim.
by Tim Williams
Mon Nov 15, 2021 6:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: We have arrived "Iola or Bust" added 64 photos of auction
Replies: 59
Views: 8927

Re: We have arrived "Iola or Bust"

just out of curiosity is there any speed equipment there or just mostly stock stuff?

Tim
by Tim Williams
Sat Oct 30, 2021 10:44 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Is the SCVMTFC Speedster Endurance Run and Lowland Tour happening in 2022?
Replies: 1
Views: 756

Re: Is the SCVMTFC Speedster Endurance Run and Lowland Tour happening in 2022?

according to their newsletter should be some information soon.

Tim
by Tim Williams
Sat Oct 09, 2021 6:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Just Curious How Many Use Water Pumps?
Replies: 45
Views: 4036

Re: Just Curious How Many Use Water Pumps?

I use to use one until I got a new radiator 10 years ago and haven't since.

Tim
by Tim Williams
Sun Jul 18, 2021 2:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Road trip to get the family T
Replies: 18
Views: 4159

Re: Road trip to get the family T

That's Great Chad. Glad you have plans to get it going good.

Tim Williams
by Tim Williams
Wed Jul 07, 2021 4:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What to use for a pressure gauge?
Replies: 6
Views: 1841

Re: What to use for a pressuren gauge?

1-2 lbs is good for a hand pump. They make modern low fuel pressure guages. The old vintage ones can get pretty steep in price.

Tim
by Tim Williams
Tue Jun 29, 2021 9:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Model T prevails at Lincoln!
Replies: 23
Views: 3600

Re: Model T prevails at Lincoln!

how many HOF inductees were there?

Tim
by Tim Williams
Mon Jun 14, 2021 10:20 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Vehicles
Topic: FS 1916 Touring AACA National first prize winner
Replies: 8
Views: 4303

Re: FS 1916 Touring AACA National first prize winner

Hi Ed,

I was thinking about it all day yesterday wondering how many car participated? I think Next year Rich and I will be in it.

Tim
by Tim Williams
Mon Jun 14, 2021 10:35 am
Forum: Classifieds - Vehicles
Topic: FS 1916 Touring AACA National first prize winner
Replies: 8
Views: 4303

Re: FS 1916 Touring AACA National first prize winner

Ed,
PM means private message. If you are near Portland on your way up to or on your way back from the National tour, let me know.

Tim Williams.
by Tim Williams
Tue Jun 01, 2021 7:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: McMillan cylinder head questions
Replies: 3
Views: 1174

Re: McMillan cylinder head questions

I talked to Chis Becker, and he said he is calling someone who is familiar with the head and should be in touch with you soon.

Tim
by Tim Williams
Wed May 26, 2021 12:26 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Just to throw it out there
Replies: 10
Views: 2606

Re: Just to throw it out there

you have a deck lid for a 1930 Model A rumble seat?

Tim
by Tim Williams
Tue May 25, 2021 8:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Tulare swap meet photos
Replies: 22
Views: 4115

Re: Tulare swap meet photos

What were they asking for the Fronty head?

Tim
by Tim Williams
Wed May 12, 2021 9:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Do you know this 1927 Speedster?
Replies: 14
Views: 4653

Re: Do you know this 1927 Speedster?

I am pretty sure a guy in my neighborhood in San Luis Obispo, Ca, owned that car in the early to mid 90s, his name was Harry. That's all that I can remember. I went for a ride in it once.

Tim.
by Tim Williams
Fri Apr 09, 2021 1:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Should I Care About Skirt Cuts?
Replies: 2
Views: 1214

Re: Should I Care About Skirt Cuts?

are you planning on putting a top access cover where the battery goes? My speedster doesn't have one(I didn't build car), so the battery is a pain to get to from underneath.

Tim
by Tim Williams
Tue Mar 16, 2021 2:30 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Chickasha Swapmeet
Replies: 15
Views: 4121

Re: Chickasha Swapmeet

Gene,

Are you going to the Bakersfield swapmeet in Tulare?

Tim
by Tim Williams
Sun Mar 14, 2021 1:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Engine stuck, old man steamed
Replies: 66
Views: 7948

Re: Engine stuck, old man steamed

Steve,

Small yet just as frustrating, but at least problem found.

Tim
by Tim Williams
Sun Mar 07, 2021 5:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Speedster hoods from Langs
Replies: 7
Views: 1622

Re: Speedster hoods from Langs

Jerry,

Good call, sometimes my common sense takes the day off without prior approval. I will call them tomorrow.

Tim
by Tim Williams
Sun Mar 07, 2021 3:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Speedster hoods from Langs
Replies: 7
Views: 1622

Speedster hoods from Langs

Does anyone know the length of the speedster hoods from Langs,? I did not see the dimensions in the catalog.

Thanks,
Tim
by Tim Williams
Fri Mar 05, 2021 9:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: My new intake manifold
Replies: 4
Views: 1562

Re: My new intake manifold

Les,

Asking the probable obvious, but will the exhaust header come straight out?

Tim
by Tim Williams
Thu Feb 18, 2021 10:41 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Stromberg MB1 carb-good for anything or is it a paperweight?
Replies: 7
Views: 2032

Re: Stromberg MB1 carb-good for anything or is it a paperweight?

The MB's run good with the Frontenac head.

Tim
by Tim Williams
Thu Feb 11, 2021 3:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Dual carb?
Replies: 45
Views: 4678

Re: Dual carb?

not usually on a speedster.

Tim
by Tim Williams
Thu Feb 04, 2021 1:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Loss of drive - exact cause
Replies: 9
Views: 1987

Re: Loss of drive - exact cause

I have seen loose rivets, but never any that pulled all the way out. In fact the day before the 1996 SCVMTFC endurance run #36 had loose rivets, well no time to pull the engine then, so stuck a mig welder in there and welded the loose ones. that temporary fixed it enough with a clutch finger adjustm...
by Tim Williams
Mon Jan 11, 2021 10:34 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Getting brake drums ready for install
Replies: 4
Views: 1357

Re: Getting brake drums ready for install

I agree with Norman,

I had noise coming from both my drums, and I thought I had big problems, turns out it was surface rust on the inside of drum. I lightly sanded rust off.
Problem solved.

Tim
by Tim Williams
Sun Jan 10, 2021 10:50 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What lube do you use on your Rajo or other overhead
Replies: 23
Views: 3061

Re: What lube do you use on your Rajo or other overhead

That looked like a Nice tour route. Rich and I took #36 out skyline years ago, I just remember the view from up there.

sorry to hijack the thread.

Tim
by Tim Williams
Fri Jan 08, 2021 2:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What lube do you use on your Rajo or other overhead
Replies: 23
Views: 3061

Re: What lube do you use on your Rajo or other overhead

Hey Ed,

was that pic taken up on Skyline road?

Tim
by Tim Williams
Sat Dec 12, 2020 12:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Installing A-B CAMSHAFT in T
Replies: 26
Views: 3871

Re: Installing A-B CAMSHAFT in T

I think Dan McEachern can chime in on this one, I hear he modifys A cams for the T block.

Tim.
by Tim Williams
Fri Dec 11, 2020 9:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How do I tell if bendix spring is good ??
Replies: 14
Views: 2046

Re: How do I tell if bendix spring is good ??

quick question,

How are the repro bendix springs these days vs the NOS ones? I run 12v.

Thanks,
Tim
by Tim Williams
Tue Oct 27, 2020 8:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 2 up 2 down line boring done!!
Replies: 28
Views: 5394

Re: 2 up 2 down line boring done!!

What is that Crankshaft from???!!!!
My guess is was made by the Nev-R- Break company :lol:

Tim
by Tim Williams
Wed Oct 21, 2020 2:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Frontenac project
Replies: 7
Views: 2031

Re: Frontenac project

looks like one of the exhaust port bolt holes has JB weld.

Tim
by Tim Williams
Sun Oct 18, 2020 8:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Even old experienced drivers can mess up very badly ...
Replies: 36
Views: 4568

Re: Even old experienced drivers can mess up very badly ...

Wow, I am so glad you and your wife were not hurt. Thankyou so much for the post and reminding us all to remember the limitations to T's.
Please someone correct me if I am wrong but the way the New Kc warfords are built, shouldn't they pop back into gear easier?

Tim.
by Tim Williams
Sat Oct 10, 2020 8:51 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Vehicles
Topic: Fully restored 1924 Ford Sedan
Replies: 7
Views: 4904

Re: Fully restored 1924 Ford Sedan

As I quote your article on the Lo Buck special...."Why don't you buy it?" :D That is a really good price for that car.

Tim Williams
by Tim Williams
Thu Oct 08, 2020 10:55 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 15 YEARS OLD AND ABOUT TO CHANGE BANDS FOR FIRST TIME!
Replies: 19
Views: 3039

Re: 15 YEARS OLD AND ABOUT TO CHANGE BANDS FOR FIRST TIME!

Has anyone tried to tie dental floss around nut or washer?

Tim
by Tim Williams
Sat Oct 03, 2020 9:28 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: FS. 26 T rearend
Replies: 6
Views: 2085

Re: FS. 26 T rearend

I was wondering that myself.

Tim
by Tim Williams
Tue Sep 22, 2020 1:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: By request, My '23 Gow Job build pics (speedster)
Replies: 37
Views: 4804

Re: By request, My '23 Gow Job build pics (speedster)

Thanks Chad,

loving your project so far. Thankyou for the information on rough cost.

Tim
by Tim Williams
Mon Sep 21, 2020 9:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: By request, My '23 Gow Job build pics (speedster)
Replies: 37
Views: 4804

Re: By request, My '23 Gow Job build pics (speedster)

Chad,
What is your engine builder charging(roughly) to do the A crank and Cam? Trying to determine if I want to go that route.

Tim
by Tim Williams
Mon Aug 17, 2020 9:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Towing Model T
Replies: 29
Views: 4428

Re: Towing Model T

I towed my speedster on a U haul open trailer for 300 miles, it did very well, the trailer pulled nicely.

Tim
by Tim Williams
Thu Jul 16, 2020 11:47 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: noticed a difference(H V intake manifold)
Replies: 5
Views: 2104

Re: noticed a difference(H V intake manifold)

Norman,

My engine is standard bore with cast iron pistons, I have a Z head and a exhaust header. My car is a speedster. I also use an electric fuel pump.

Tim Williams.
by Tim Williams
Thu Jul 16, 2020 10:58 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: noticed a difference(H V intake manifold)
Replies: 5
Views: 2104

noticed a difference(H V intake manifold)

Just wanted to say that I noticed a difference in performance by switching my stock intake manifold to the High Volume intake manifold. I run a texas T modern carb. Anyone else have a similar experience?

Tim Williams
by Tim Williams
Wed Jul 08, 2020 9:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: AC Brakes Initial Adjustment
Replies: 5
Views: 2470

Re: AC Brakes Initial Adjustment

Joseph, or Mark
Are the Baughman brake rods make installation and adjustment easier with the AC brakes? I have the Sidmore AC brakes waiting to go on a speedster project.

Tim
by Tim Williams
Wed Jul 08, 2020 11:32 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Adjustable Two Piece Valve lifter Question
Replies: 3
Views: 1658

Re: Adjustable Two Piece Valve lifter Question

are your lifters adjustable? When I did mine which had non adjustable lifters of all the new valves, I only had to grind one stem to get the clearance. with adjustable lifters i wouldn't think you would have to grind any of the stems. if my thinking is not correct please I welcome the input.

Tim
by Tim Williams
Thu Jul 02, 2020 4:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Strictly Model T Humor
Replies: 144
Views: 38448

Re: Strictly Model T Humor

looks like compression might be low. :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:
by Tim Williams
Wed Jul 01, 2020 12:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: New Pinion Gear With Bore Taper Issues
Replies: 16
Views: 5613

Re: New Pinion Gear With Bore Taper Issues

This is the value of the forum. Thank you all.

Tim.
by Tim Williams
Tue May 26, 2020 9:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Rajo B valve seat question
Replies: 16
Views: 5199

Re: Rajo B valve seat question

I agree with Dan,

If you go lightly you can probably clean that seat enough to use it for a while. I didn't realize it was that thin between the valves, then again my budget at the moment doesn't allow for overhead toys. :lol: :lol: :roll:

Tim
by Tim Williams
Fri May 08, 2020 9:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Srtomberg carb and Burns intake
Replies: 4
Views: 2086

Re: Srtomberg carb and Burns intake

My uncle ran a stromberg 97 with a stock head when he first built his speedster. he used #41 jets and it worked perfect. I am going to put a 97 on my next speedster, I have the manifold for it already, and a either a Sherman head or a Z head which I have both of.

Tim
by Tim Williams
Fri May 08, 2020 6:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Srtomberg carb and Burns intake
Replies: 4
Views: 2086

Re: Srtomberg carb and Burns intake

is that a stromberg 97? That should work, just make sure you have it jetted right.

Tim
by Tim Williams
Thu Apr 23, 2020 5:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Speedsters
Replies: 132
Views: 31223

Re: Speedsters

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by Tim Williams
Thu Apr 23, 2020 5:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Speedsters
Replies: 132
Views: 31223

Re: Speedsters

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by Tim Williams
Wed Mar 25, 2020 12:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Auburn Swap Meet Update
Replies: 2
Views: 1588

Re: Auburn Swap Meet Update

Thank you Phil for the update.

Tim Williams
by Tim Williams
Fri Mar 20, 2020 3:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: SCVMTFC endurance run Canceled
Replies: 0
Views: 1098

SCVMTFC endurance run Canceled

Hi all,

Just saw on the SCVMTFC web sitw that the 51st endurance run has been canceled.

Tim Williams
by Tim Williams
Tue Feb 18, 2020 7:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Slow Speedsters
Replies: 13
Views: 4927

Re: Slow Speedsters

Mine is a stock T speedster, No aux trans, No ruxstell, standard bore on cylinders. only thing I have is a Z head.

Tim Williams
by Tim Williams
Tue Feb 11, 2020 8:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Join or Renew
Replies: 46
Views: 13266

Re: Join or Renew

I just joined today
by Tim Williams
Wed Jan 29, 2020 10:43 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Shortened driveshaft , driveshaft tube, and rear radius rods
Replies: 9
Views: 3713

Re: Shortened driveshaft , driveshaft tube, and rear radius rods

Dan would the shortened drive shaft you have work on a Chicago transmission?

Tim
by Tim Williams
Fri Jan 17, 2020 10:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Is my model T seized up?
Replies: 48
Views: 13681

Re: Is my model T seized up?

Carson,
Take John up on his offer, you will gain knowledge from a more experienced Model T'er. likely track down the issue faster. Just my two cents.

Tim Williams
by Tim Williams
Thu Dec 26, 2019 1:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Freeze plugs
Replies: 12
Views: 4794

Re: Freeze plugs

I used Steve Jelf's tips page and it answered all my questions about freeze plug replacement.

Tim Williams
by Tim Williams
Thu Dec 05, 2019 2:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Very dark day. Howard is gone.
Replies: 46
Views: 13501

Re: Very dark day. Howard is gone.

Thanks for the notice Ed,

I am glad I got to talk with him a few times over the years at the SCVMTFC endurance run.

Tim Williams
by Tim Williams
Fri Nov 15, 2019 6:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Pig N Ford race
Replies: 2
Views: 2060

Re: Pig N Ford race

Yes they still hold them every year at the Tillamook county fair.
by Tim Williams
Tue Oct 22, 2019 6:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Bosch mag
Replies: 7
Views: 3302

Re: Bosch mag

Dan,
I talked to him last night. He has a bunch of mag parts but hasn't check for a condenser. I will pass that website on to him.

Tim
by Tim Williams
Mon Oct 21, 2019 9:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Bosch mag
Replies: 7
Views: 3302

Re: Bosch mag

Wayne,
Thank you so much for the insight. Might have to put a can of freeze into the tool box for next year. I don't trust it not to do that again in hot weather, and don't want to finish run on a trailer again.

Tim
by Tim Williams
Mon Oct 21, 2019 9:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How cold do you drive?
Replies: 88
Views: 21090

Re: How cold do you drive?

I drove my speedster once when it was 22 degrees out with some ice on the ground. needless to say never saw any red in the motometer :lol:

Tim
by Tim Williams
Sat Oct 19, 2019 11:32 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Bosch mag
Replies: 7
Views: 3302

Re: Bosch mag

Mark,
He is in California and has a bench mag tester that he got from Vic Salla. We were thinking condenser but dont those just go bad and quit working all togther?
by Tim Williams
Sat Oct 19, 2019 10:19 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Bosch mag
Replies: 7
Views: 3302

Bosch mag

Hi everyone, My uncle's speedster has a Bosch high tension magneto on it, back in june we were on the SCVMTFC endurance run and broke down cause the car started missing, which we thought fouled plug. After checking plus on side of road, the car would not start. Quick check revealed weak spark from t...