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While some bushings are made of beryllium, there are many other materials bushings are made of. Brass, bronze, aluminum, steel, stainless steel, etc.
The material depends on the application, RPM, size, expected life span, on and on. Today, spindle bushings are brass.

Good Luck,
Terry

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Andre, I do not know if these are available in Belgium, but you might find a "thread file" that has the correct number of teeth for your needs. I have used thread files often and have had good luck with them in many applications. Each one has 8 different tooth sets, 4 on each end, so be sure the fil...

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I have another angle on this subject: Some of us are awkward meeting/talking to new people. Thus, it's more comfortable to send an email rather than call the person and make ourselves look like a fool (which I usually do or at least feel like). I totally agree with responding as the other person req...

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Rich is right on the point. Pressurizing a system that was not designed to be pressurized is not a good idea. On the other hand, pressure has very little to no effect on thermosyphon. I have operated a nuclear power plant that worked up to 66% of full power on thermosyphon. It's impressive to see te...

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Benji,

It's not hard at all if you just need a coupler and are not dedicated to completely cast iron. I have some for sale in usable condition. The last time I put them up in the Classified Section, no one was interested.

Terry

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Frank, That extra pulley, you mentioned, appears to be a Nims water pump. The Nims water pumps were an aftermarket engine outlet elbow water pump/flow assist device. Being as small as they were/are, I don't don't know how much good they actually did. But, with an impeller as small as they have/had, ...

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I know, I know, I know: It's a rust plant and the beginning of a great harvest or plague depending on your point of view. Put it out in the yard or field and VERY SHORTLY there will be rust plants of every size and variety as far as the eye can see, waiting for the rust combine to bring in the harve...

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Don, I just love your work. I wish I knew just half of what you have forgotten. If I could get my frame to the "all very rough yet and has a long way to go" point, I'd buy a lottery ticket because I would be a very lucky guy. It is extremely evident I and many others totally enjoy watching your prog...

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Chris, I never riveted anything until I did my front cross member. I learned quickly and the overall experience was a very good one. I suggest you purchase several more rivets than you think you will need. Some will not set as they are supposed to. The small machinists jack (shown above) would have ...

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Without having them to measure/compare, my take on this is they are the same part (T282B) forged in two different plants OR at two different years. Another possibility is the parts were cast in two different moulds due to the fact that casting moulds do not last forever.

Good question.

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Jonah, Look up and read some of the many posts on this forum addressing how to crank a Model T. There are several different methods. Some seem to be safer than others. I suggest you try the safe ones and see what works for you. I use my left hand cupped (not grabbing with thumb around the crank hand...

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Andy, It appears the adapter would be easy to fabricate. 2 flanges; one with an inside diameter just large enough to fit over the outer wheel hub where the hub cap threads with and outside diameter smaller than the hole inside the belt adapter. And a second flange with an outside diameter larger tha...

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Jim, There are MANY versions of JB Weld. Marine, Plastic, Wood, Kwik, and the list goes on. Some of them are "old school". Some of them are the 5 minute types. Some even work in water. I know JB Weld has been around for at least 50 years. A product will not have that kind of lifetime if it didn't wo...

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One thing to consider: If using JB Weld, and it does not work, will you lose the piece(s) while driving?

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Patrick, JB Weld is an epoxy type product. It will NOT stick to any type of hydrocarbon (OIL, Grease, or the like). I recommend the piece be welded back into place. The part is large enough to be TIG welded or brazed back into place. You must think about how/why it broke in the first place. Was it a...

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Alan,

Um (not the proper U symbol but what you get on a computer) is micrometre or micrometer, or 1 x 10 to the minus 6th of a meter. More commonly known as a micron.

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https://www.surpluscenter.com/Power-Transmission/Roller-Chain-Links/Roller-Chain/25-Pitch-4-Foot-Roller-Chain-Loop-1-4345.axd Burden's Surplus Center has 25 pitch (1/4") in the 4' loop above or a 10' length box. Their chain is not the same as yours but I'm sure it would work just fine if yours is 1/...

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Caleb,

Welcome and congratulations on your new toy. The BEST advice I can give you: DO NOT try to get your car into the garage with the top up!

Sure glad you joined the forum. Love to see new people especially when they have a new car to play with.

Good Luck,
Terry

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Hi Bob,

I received the shackles and they are everything you said they would be. VERY NICE. Thank you very much.

For anyone sitting on the fence, JUMP on these RIGHT NOW. You will be happy you did.

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You can find it on the 'bay at $44.66 per roll. Yep, expensive but it's something you need.

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We towed a 1920 Center door sedan on a YouHaul trailer. Pulled very nicely with no problems. You most likely will have to work on the "tie-downs" as the ones on the trailer are for standard modern tires and not T tires. We have since purchased a trailer to haul our Ts. We are planning on finding a l...

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I would purchase styrene (model plastic) in the correct thickness and cut out replacement spring parts. Heat them a little to bend into proper radius then glue them together and paint to match. For the radius rod, purchase styrene in the correct size, cut, glue, and paint. Voila, you're done and no ...

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If, and I say IF, the hole is a rust through, it won't the only one. You will have more soon IF it is a rust through. I suggest a quality fuel tank treatment. There are several out there, some better than others. I have read reviews on several touted to the "the best". Seems like all of them have th...

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The town car was a Ford production car as was the Landolet. (Hope I spelled that correctly). They were a limited production line as they were more expensive and designed more for limousine and taxi cab services, with greater luxury than ordinary vehicles of the day.

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Andre, There are 40 in the restoration/repair series: https://www.macsautoparts.com/ford_model_t/mtfca-t-tips-on-dvd-complete-set-series-1-8.html I do not recommend purchasing from the above web site. I suggest you purchase through MTFCA. They have them for sale in the Vintage Ford Club magazine eve...

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Don,

It's up to a box of Twinkies AND a bag of M&Ms. Keep holding out, I know Mr. Kete will throw out a higher bid.

Every time you make a post, I get excited to see what you have done next. It will be a long, long time before we ever see another restoration like yours!

Thank You,
Terry

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James,

I had to go to the UK to get mine. They were sort of a special order since I wanted two white/red and two white/yellow. They were expensive but the only ones available at the time. Sorry, I do not remember the vendor.

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Dick, You can follow Steve Jelf's procedure: http://dauntlessgeezer.com/DG96.html I believe it would work very well for you. But, I agree, you will not be able to verify if the steam passages are open or not unless you pull the head. Steve has a whole bunch of great video suggestions here: http://da...

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Since that police car doesn't have any flashing lights or siren, how would anyone know if they were being chased by the police? Is that where the warning shot across the bumper started?

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Don't kill the engine no matter what. Hope he has a pair of waders in the back.

Thanks for posting that photo Tom. Haven't seen that one before.

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This one's for Champ. Maybe you could look into the noise cancelling dog house. AND it's made by FORD. https://www.curbed.com/2018/12/19/18147416/ford-dog-house-noise-canceling-soundproof We have a couple of dogs that do not enjoy that holiday. We've been looking into soundproofing an area for them ...

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Email Sent

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Brett, A "split rim" tool is a big advantage. Basically, it's a three legged screw jack that clamps on the inside of the rim. When rotated one way, it collapses the rim and when rotated the other way, it expands the rim so the rim can be locked. For the "split ring" wheels, you can adjust the tool s...

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Are you trying to use your turn signal system on BATTERY or MAGNETO? Most turn signal flashers are designed for DC only and while running on magneto, you have "AC" current, more or less. So, does your system work better when using just the battery? As was stated above, flasher units work on heating ...

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Luke, I understand your position and sympathize with you. We own a train (think amusement park size) that was homemade from a View Master 3D disc of a Quick Draw McGraw cartoon. Hanna Barbera was the original owner. Today, Warner Brothers owns the rights. Knowing the train was built from that cartoo...

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In Colorado, the license plates are good for just ONE year and if they are not renewed every year, the numbers are subject to reissue on new plates. In Colorado the plates belong to the person who originally purchased the plates and do not belong to the vehicle for the life of that vehicle as is cus...

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Marty, Follow the recommendations on their web site. You do not have to use their products but you do have to follow the steps. POR-15 and Chassis Saver are urethane paints. They need moisture (from the atmosphere) in order to cure. They continue to cure over the years. Being a urethane paint, they ...

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Rich,

I have seen two more photos of this lunch wagon. I do not remember when.

Thanks for the photo.

Terry

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Hello Harold, This may be of some help. I purchased "Colorado License Plates. The First 100 Years 1913-2013" book by Thomas E. Boyd, George C. Sammeth, Jr., and James T. Hucks. In the back of the book is an order page. I believe these gentlemen are members of the license plate club locally. To mail ...

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Mr. Anderson,

We would like 3 pairs if you have that many left. I will send an email.

Thank You,
Terry & Sharon Miller

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Duey, It may have been in your mind but it's also in my mind. I agree: TOTALLY the BEST THREAD EVER! I am going to save the address in a dozen places and on every computer in my home. I sure as heck don't want to lose this thread! Don, I know you're 99.9% done and most likely 100% by the time you re...

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Email Sent.

Thanks Jay & MTFCA.

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Toon,

If it were my pan, I would remove the dam. I agree with Adam, Ford designed the engine to run without a dam with the correct amount of oil in the pan. If you trap oil under the crankshaft, you risk not having enough oil in the transmission for lube and more important: cooling.

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Toon, Is the dam welded on all THREE sides or is the welding on just TWO sides with the bottom "open"? With the bottom open, the oil could drain back into the rest of the pan when the engine is off while retaining oil when the engine is running. I do NOT think the size of the dam is appropriate as I...

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Darel,

PM Sent with my choice.

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Hello Darel,

I would like to purchase these. I will send a PM.

Terry

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I have one of these and Scott did a great job making a great tool. You can't go wrong here.

Good Luck,
Terry

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WELL, Did you grant his request??? :lol: What an honor and justifiably deserved! Don, I have never seen a craftsman such as you have demonstrated. Craftsmen, of their own profession, like you and I, ALWAYS see the faults and defects in their own work. BUT, others see only the beauty of the end produ...

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You might try an Ozone generator. I believe you can rent them. Close up the garage with the car inside, car doors open, hood open, and anything else that needs to be aired out. Run the generator for the recommended time, open the garage door to air it out, and see how much that helps. I know ozone g...

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I was thinking about a piece of scrap conveyor belting. Those conveyor belts are tough as all get out but still have some give and are very resistant to oils and water. I was thinking about mounting the belting with flat head bolts towards the pan and nuts to the outside of the brace. Preferably, wi...

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You might try Roller Shade Repair or look up some roller shade businesses.

Good Luck

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I'll bet they didn't have to pay for the vacuum cleaner!

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The problem may well be the timing but, he didn't say that he checked the fuel flow. This may or may not be a plugged fuel line. Just Sayin'

Good Luck

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I would recommend if there was 5 gal or less, fill it up with good gas and run it. If you really wanted to be sure, drain the old gas. Put in 7 gals of good gas and add about 1 gal of the old gas. This way you use up all of your hard earned/paid money, do not have to worry about hazardous material d...

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Just for the Center Door owners, like myself, watch at 1:30 point in the video. A rolled over Center Door. Pretty impressive image. Shows how strong the windshield and roof actually are. Surprisingly little damage for a roll over.

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Google Aerospace 303 Protectant. You'll have the best rubber, vinyl, and plastic treatment you can get. I use it and am impressed with the performance.

Good Luck.

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Keith B hit the nail on the head. A couple of others are in the same zone. It is Lee's RIGHT to choose to go or NOT go. NO ONE ELSE'S. When does a club have a right to override the Constitution of the United States? If a person does not feel safe with Lee on the tour, then let that person stay at ho...

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So, when is the execution scheduled? Would be a nice example for others thinking along those same lines.

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Did I see some in the Vehicles for Sale section? There are some that look pretty fishy and I did NOT view them to see.

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Terry, It goes back a ways. You need to check the number on the tag. FYI Everyone: The recall from HF states you will get a store credit (gift card) for the original purchase price + tax AND a 20% OFF Coupon. When we returned out first set of jack stands, we did NOT get the 20% off coupon. When we a...

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I agree with Lonnie, Please make some more exhaust pipes. I am sure you will be able to sell them.

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Hello Charles, I have emailed you through this forum and to the email you posted above. I have PM'd you through this forum. My wife tried to text the phone number you posted at 7:01 PM. We did not want to phone you last night as it would have been after 10 PM your time. She is planning on calling yo...

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Charles and Marshall,

Please check your PMs.

Thank You Both

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Thank You gentlemen. Charles, I will send you an email for details.

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Hello Charles,

Is the aluminum intake manifold you're selling a high volume one? Or is it a regular volume style? If it's a high volume, I would like to purchase it.

Thank You,
Terry

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Looks like Joe is perfecting the first model T powered cat. Good Luck Joe!!!

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I have read and re-read all the posts on this thread. I am truly sorry if I seem to have missed the boat here BUT, the cylinder bore was NEVER measured with the calipers in the above photos. The valve seats/chambers appear to be the subject of the caliper measurements above. THUS, I am not aware of ...

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Check your intake manifold for obstructions such as a wasp nest. This was the cause of another engine's problem here recently.

Good Luck,

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Michael,

Great Idea. I did mine. How about the rest of us?

Thanks,
Terry

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Hello Robert,

Sending an email.

Thank You,
Terry

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Hello Mark,

I would like a set if there are any left.

Terry

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Contact Corey Walker.

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Bob,

Your info says you live in Indiana but the only place I know of that has sunlight at midnight is Alaska. OR, that's on heck of a yard light you have on your garage.

No matter how you get the light, the old girl is looking GOOD

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Mark,

PM sent.

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Don,

If I could paint that good just once a year, I would be ECSTATIC!!!! Geez, those look great in the photos. I realize, close up, you might be able to see some small defects but the photos look outstanding. Good Work!

Cheers,
Terry

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Hi Dave,

I'll take it. I will email you.

Thanks,
Terry

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On the Old Wood Working Machines (OWWM) forum, we have a section titled: Rucker's Rodeo. A person who is traveling and will haul an item for you is called a Rucker. The Rucker will haul for a "donation" of sorts. Usually, it's some donation towards fuel expenses. The larger the item, the longer the ...

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The center door tanks are square and under the driver's seat in the seat base. Early center doors had them under the rear seat originally. I have seen both the tapered top and the flat top. We have a flat top in our 1920 center door. Sorry I can not validate any part numbers.

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+1 on using a sawzall to remove them. Remove the tube valve core just to be sure they are actually foam filled. Then be careful NOT to hit the rims when you saw. I might or might not have to cut them twice to get the off of the rim. They may be too stiff to get off with just one cut. Hopefully, you'...

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Shut Down? No can do! I am sure that the total of all the members on this forum will have a combined number of at least 1500 rolls of toilet paper. Therefore, we can not possibly be of ANY threat to any person anywhere at any time.

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EDIT: 1919-1920 Colorado License Plate. In 1920 Colorado had a welded plate the same as 1919 with a different "Seal" on it. Later in the year, the welded plates were running out and expensive to purchase (by the State) so they returned to stamping the plates as was done by most other states. The wel...

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Thought must be taken as to the rustproofing put on a frame. It must be high quality to last, to adhere, and to prevent rust. A very important consideration: Seeing cracks, should they develop, BEFORE they grow to failure. Powder coating is great in a lot of places but cracks can develop under the p...

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You also have POR 15, and Chassis Saver. I have used both of these and can recommend either but I like the Chassis Saver more. It's thicker paint

Good Luck,
Terry

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Quote"I don't think people believe tons of TP and water will protect people from the virus, but rather IF we end up being into "forced quarantine" like in Italy, they will be S.O.L. without said items. Especially water. I do think it would be remotely unlikely water would quit flowing through the pi...

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I wish someone, ANYONE, would explain just how 60 rolls of toilet paper and 25 cases of bottled water are going to protect anyone from getting the virus? We have enough toilet paper to last us until this all dies down and then I'm going to buy enough toilet paper to last the rest of my life at a pen...

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If you take a look at Don Booth's thread, he has a pair of the correct side lights. While these are similar I don't think they're the same.

Cheers,
Terry

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Ashley,

I will take the oil can and bracket.

Thank You

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Email sent.

Thanks, Hank and MTFCA

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Don,

She is looking GREAT. I'll say it again: You're doing an outstanding job and we all appreciate it.

Did you have the original rain gutter or did you have to replace it? I don't have the gutter for ours and have been wondering about options.

Thanks,
Terry

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Don, You will never know how much you have given to so many of us on this forum. You will also never know how many more you will have helped over the years in the future. You will never know exactly how much all those people do/will appreciate what you have done. Good people will receive Good in ret...

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Found it:

April 1, 2018 post by Ken Kennedy. You can find more photos of his car hauler if you search for his name on the old forum.

http://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/822076/852907.html

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Brian,

viewtopic.php?f=2&t=5632&p=43043&hilit=TT+Hauler#p43043

There are over a half dozen in that thread.

I'll keep looking, but there is a TT Car Hauler flat bed that is spectacular in the old forum somewhere.

Good Luck,
Terry

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Everyone keeps saying how rare they are. There are about 6 in the MTFCA Mile High Chapter and another 3-4 that I know of in the Denver Metro area. Doesn't seem they are too rare, at least around Colorado. I would love to see your window replacement photos. My son is currently living in the Springs. ...

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Cory,

Please post some photos of your rear window and parts. I have the oval "frame" but do not have anything more for our '20 center door.

Glad to see that your center door stayed in Colorado.

Good Luck,
Terry

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I do not think that seat is out of a center door. All the center door seats I have ever seen, are NOT sprung. They are straight mounted onto a base or leg system without any spring suspension. All the springs are located INSIDE the seat cushioning.

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That is the most realistic Monkey Hood Ornament I have ever seen.

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Mike, If you choose to purchase that Warford, and it does NOT come with the engine to Warford adapter, I have a couple for sale if you need one. Concerning shifting on the fly: Shifting is exactly the same as on modern vehicles NOT using the clutch during the shift. You have to reduce the rpm of the...

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You can start here: http://dauntlessgeezer.com/DG105.html Steve Jelf has used a bike speedometer for a long time. You can also look up bike speedometer on the MTFCA and see the posts Steve has made there. It seems the weak point in the system is the wire connecting the pick up portion to the read ou...

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Hi George,

We sent another email. Hope it went through to you this time.

Terry

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Hello George,

We sent an email on 2/4/20 and haven't heard back from you. There is NO hurry but we want to make sure you received the email.

Thank You,
Terry & Sharon Miller

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