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A pound or more of one inch long drywall screws yes, drywall screws. They have sharper edges and points. Add to the screws and a squeeze of BLUE Dawn dish washing soap to the and about a gallon of water to the tank and shake and rotate and shake and rotate and then shake and rotate some more. Check ...

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I am reading and listening to all comments. The Autolite 3095 is not a resistor plug. Steve, when I was much younger, the shop I worked in had one of those Champion spark plug tester. Ours was smaller and also had a sandblaster on it for cleaning the plugs too. An older mechanic showed me one time w...

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I've ALWAYS ran Autolite 3095. That's what it came with when I bought it years ago and it ran great. I drive my 15 and 26 A LOT. Summer and winter. I Don't go far from home and rarely drive over 25 mph. I plan on doing a leak down test within a week. bobt

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Thanks for everyone's input. I'll let you know if I ever find out the problem. bobt

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Magnito or 12 volt battery- it does the same. new brush and spring on cleanly sanded new day timer. The timer harness was replaced last year. It idles fine when I have the carb and timing adjuster to where I've always ran it. I've also changed the spark plugs. Thanks, bobt

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My 1915 touring is stumbling / bucking between 25-30 mph right where I like to cruise in high gear. I've been through the NH carb, new valves and Neway grind. (I did not replace the valve springs? Maybe weak?) No fuel filter. Potato and screen are clean. I've had the timing and carb jets from one ex...

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Hello. I would like to buy a rebuilt or a great running used engine for my 1915 touring. I'm pretty sure all years will fit. I love driving my 15 and I feel like I'm running out of time. Any info will help. thanks, bobt

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I need a rebuilt or reliable daily driver engine for my 1915 touring. anything that will fit. Bob in Virginia

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I would like to buy a complete running engine to fit in my 1915 touring. Bob in Virginia

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I guess I should have added that the 1915 Touring is the one that I'm working on. The 1926 is running GREAT. bobt

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I have never used a Neway cutter but I hear nothing but high praises about them and I know they are expensive. I own two T's, a 1915 and a 1926. My question is, can you cut the number four cylinder with the engine in the car? I understand that all I need is the 30/60 cutter, the 45 cutter and one ad...

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I'm waiting for parts to complete the valve job on my 1915 touring. Should I lap the new stainless steel valves in the cast iron seats? Should I hit the valve head with a hammer to seat the valve? I plan on setting all clearances to 15k. What should I torque the low head to? I'm using a new copper g...

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I've read that you can reuse a copper head gasket.
Does this include the copper head gaskets that Lang's sells? Thanks, bobt

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When you reuse a copper gasket, are there any special steps? I'm talking about the common copper sandwiched gasket that Lang's sells. bobt

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I'm doing a valve job on my stock 1915 touring and I have a new premium silicone head gasket that I ordered some time ago when the copper ones were not available. I was thinking of using it now. Has anyone had any problems with this style of gasket? Langs still sells it. bobt

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Put a ball of modeling clay on top of each piston then put the head on and crank it over and remove the head and see how much you squish the clay. You can buy the clay at the dollar ($1.35) store. bobt

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Willy. Be sure to realize that a Ruckstell is a mid range drive and not an overdrive. That's a lot of $$$. bobt

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Willy. The only problem I see with your FUBAR Ebay rear wheel puller is that the bolt has been replaced with that bent over thing. The original bolt allows you to, once everything is good and tight, you can whack the original bolt head with a BFH and that's when they usually "pop" off. bobt

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Hub nuts and axle nuts are two different animals. bobt

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" Sure Stop" disk brakes are the best but I HATE the way they look. bobt

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Oh yeah. Torque your rear axle nuts to 100 foot pounds. bobt

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PLEASE. Drive your T like it is a T and not like a p---ed off teenager. Drive your T like it has no brakes even though you have Rockies. Rockies also don't do well in reverse or holding at a stop on a hill. Model T brakes are called P&P brakes. PUSH and PRAY!! Avoid high speed turns with any wooden ...

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Tighten those hub bolts on both sides and peen them then check the tightness of the spokes again. I can't see the previous owner not respoking before having floating hubs installed. I watched your videos and your spokes seem fine other than the VERY loose hub bolts. Be sure to address that scraping ...

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This is a 1915 not a 1945 (age related!) I'm guessing about 8" of play. I checked the play in my 1926 Roadster and it was about 5". It also has the Ruckstell. Bobt

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I had my 1915 tourings rear end up on jack stands and noticed a fair amount of free play between when I rotate one wheel before the other one starts turning the other direction. What should be the max? It does have a Ruckstell but not engaged. Thanks

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Remove BOTH rear wheels and tighten the hub bolts and peen them. Check and make sure that none of them are hitting the Rocky Mountain brakes.

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What topic do you use to look for random model T stuff on ebay? I've been using "Model T parts and accessories" and getting a LOT of screwy parts that have nothing to do with Model T's

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Yes. If they are of good quality and you install them properly. If you install them wrong, you will look like the clown car at the circus.

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I a'm not trying to start an argument, but I was told that the only thing that Henry invented was the charcoal BRIQUETTE. He was most credited for improving the modern assembly line. He did assemble all the engineers who invented the model T's transmission but no one man was credited.

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Question. Did Henry Ford actually invent the Model T's transmission?

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FS FOUR NEW Hartford rim flaps. 1915 Model T touring 2 front and 2 rear. $200. + actual USPS S&H

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When I bought my 1926 Roadster, The owner gave me a photo of the car with Roy Clark standing next to it and beside him was a large movie type spot light on wheels. He told me my car was in a movie but after scouring the net I only found one movie with Roy and old cars in it. I'm guessing my car ende...

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ADVANCE THE TIMING!!!

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Thank you Andy.

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Put your motometer on someone's else's T and see what it reads.

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The water "pump" that I removed from my 1915 touring was not a true pump as it just had a little "s" shaped paddle that just stirred the water to get the thermosyphon action going. It leaked even after I replaced the packing. I removed it and now use it for a wheel chock. Also, don't try to keep the...

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I'm glad you got the bolt out, The key to the thermosiphon system is a having a 100% good radiator. DO NOT use a thermostat. Good luck with your radiator. I had to buy two new flat tube radiators for my 1915 and 1926 $$$

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GoJo and long HF chrome tire irons. Wheels ON the car. No flaps, Rim strips. Uh oh, I opened the can of worms.

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I would spray some penetrating oil on the bolt and horn bracket and TRY to pull and rotate the bracket counterclockwise itself to gain access to the bolt with a open end wrench. A little propane heat wouldn't hurt either.

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Photo number six--where are those gates?

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I agree with Steve. I would rather change a tire while the wheel is on the vehicle than off. I use two long Harbor Freight chrome (slick) tire irons plus a valve stem fish tool to keep the stem in the rim hole while doing the task. A little lubricant won't hurt either. I don't want to open a can of ...

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Bill. The word is PEEN as in ball PEEN hammer.

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Question. I have a 1915 model T Ford Touring and I THINK it has the original interior that I'm calling "oilskin". It does have a fabric backing and it looks like leather. Would this be correct?

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I bought my 1915 touring's radiator from Brassworks about five years ago and it is one of the most expensive radiators they make. I'm not complaining. Brassworks did a WONDERFUL job on it and it cools fantastic. I've Always have ran the large brass gull wings AND a Boyce Jr. motometer and I really l...

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The last photo reminds me of Tatum O'neil in the movie "Paper Moon" GREAT movie, GREAT model T ending.

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Steve. When I bought my 1915 touring I bought all the parts to add a starter and a generator. (HUGE job!) Then I found out how cool it is to hand crank the T. People LOVE it. I JUST gave all the starter parts to a man who is 87 years old. I'm 75 and have no problem cranking. Remember that many women...

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This is my understanding---Leaver pulled back = You are IN Ruckstell. Leaver pushed FORWARD = You are OUT of ruckstell. You are either IN Ruckstell or you are OUT of Ruckstell Then, HIGH speed and LOW speed are controled by the pedal.

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I own two T's and each have a Ruckstell. The only thing I can add is "shift the Ruckstell with AUTHORITY" When shifting in or out, don't try to ease it gently but that doesn't mean yank it like the strong man from the circus either. I rarely use Ruckstell low but I use Ruckstell high all the time. R...

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Thanks George. bobt

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Are ALL TT"s worm drive? 25 some mph top speed?

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I understand that Ford first introduced a pickup truck in 1925. Was it a TT? Did it have a regular Model T transmission and rear end or did it have a worm drive rear end? I'm NOT talking about ALL the converted cars that were made into pickups. A TRUE factory Model T pickup. Thanks, bobt

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Do the math. 15 million T's !

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While watching that video, I could actually SMELL the wires burning! bobt

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My 1915 T touring came with a water pump. I removed when I replaced the round tube radiator with a Brassworks flat tube radiator. The water pump didn't have an impeller but it had a little S shaped paddle. There is no way in the world that it could have pumped water. I does make a good wheel chock t...

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I say no boil but right at the point of boiling. I judge mine by always being able to hold my hand on the water return pipe going back to the block.

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I was going to buy it until I noticed the extra $6.73 shipping and handling.

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MY way--- No flaps, Rim strips.Two Long CHROME Harbor Freight tire irons ($8 ea). Baby powder dusting and GoJo for a lubricant. wheels on the vehicle. Warm weather and sunlight helps. I do not want to open the flaps controversy. This method works for me a 75 yr. old senior. Colonial Heights, Va.

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I would like to buy a spoke jack. bobt

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My Rocky Mountain brakes do not wrap around the parking brake drum and a Model T water pump makes an excellent wheel chock. bobt

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Question. How should I store my spare wooden coils. Should they be upright or can I lay them their sides? Thanks, bobt

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Yes. Mine flickered while running. It drove me crazy. I was told that it was interference from the coils. I took them out and went with magneto bulbs.

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Why not use a two part epoxy like JB Weld?

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CHECK THE PIN THAT HOLDS THE GEAR ON THE END OF THE GENERATOR DRIVE SHAFT. (sorry, not yelling) I have an alternator on my 1926 and I had the same problem. The spiral pin was sheared. bobt

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All I have to add is good luck with that water pump (WHEEL CHOCK) bobt

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Dan. It's best to run MOTOR OIL in your Model T. Should I use Marvel Mystery Oil?? bobt

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I'm pretty sure I've got a set for a 1915 touring clenchers. I didn't use them. I used motorcycle rim strips five years ago.

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Rod, I'm interested in the safety spring you mentioned from Langs. I looked it up in the catalog but I don't know where it goes? Could someone post a picture please? Thanks

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YES, Norman! my 1915 hates a crowd. The more people waiting to watch me hand crank, the more free starts it will do. My car runs very well and will start at home, by myself,on the second or third crank but most of the time with an audience, it will make me crank until I work up a good sweat. bobt

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How are you cranking? I actually don't crank but go from about 8:00 to 11:30 with 1/4 PULLS left hand. Never past 12:00. I hope this makes sense. Everyone has an opinion on how to start a T and this is mine and it works for me.

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Do what Ron Patterson said. I had the same problem on my 1926 Roadster. Click on Ron's link. bobt

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Do what Ron Patterson said. I had the same problem on my 1926 roadster. bobt

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Do I see the body lifted off the frame to get the pan ears in place? bobt

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I used water +Dawn blue dish soap + one box of drywall screws. SHAKE SHAKE SHAKE! My neighbor does motorcycle gas tanks and told me that drywall screws have sharper sides and points to help knock the crud off

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Got It! Thanks. bobt

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"Sharp" electrodes? I know that modern day plugs look like the electrodes have been sharpened with a pencil sharpener. bobt

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Any problems with using these with the engine in the car? #4 exhaust? Can you post a rough price of the complete Neway kit? thanks

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You said :"Ease the Ruckstell back into high" you don't EASE a Ruckstell. Make your shifts FIRM and quick. I own two T's and both have Ruckstells. bobt

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I concur with Allan from down under again. bobt

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I concur with Allan down under. bobt

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I have been working on cars since my teens and have had problems sometimes with my grease gun getting stuck on a fitting causing me to shout some words that would not be welcome on this forum. SO--- I googled " grease gun stuck on fitting" (zerk) and found out I have been using my grease guns fittin...

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Marvel Mystery Oil?

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I own two model T's and enjoy driving them. I go to car shows but have no desire to show my cars. my T's are usually the oldest car at the event and I get a lot of questions. The problem is that when a group gathers around someone will always put their feet on my running boards. YES, I know what a r...

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Photo #1----Pee Wee Herman?

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What are we working on? First, I would remove the radiator and then tap the head with a bottom end tap. Also, don't beat yourself up. We all do dumb stuff. It takes a real man to admit it. bobt

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I would like to hear it while revving and letting off the gas at different rpms. I also know that a chunk of carbon on top of a piston can make a knocking sound. I've known about the screwdriver trick for listening for noises but I bought a mechanics stethescope (sp) years ago. You can get one for a...

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Try loosening the fuel tank cap. The tank has to be vented. Also, NEVER use a paper filter. (ask me how I know). bobt

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Clean it up real good,scuff the area with 80 grit sand paper, wipe it with paint thinner and then use JB Weld "QUICK SET". Paint the repair with flat black spray paint so nobody can see the repair and DRIVE IT! Don't forget to set your clocks forward tonight- DST. bobt

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"Furniture and Undertaking" The first one stop shopping?

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I own a 1926 Roadster with sure stop discs and they are wonderful. I still drive like I have NO brakes because of the small rear tire contact on the asphalt and no front brakes. BE CAREFUL OUT THERE! bobt

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I own two T's. A 1915 touring and a 1926 roadster. Both have Ruckstells. The only thing I will add is that a Ruckstell is not a overdrive or a high speed option. It is an "intermediate" gearing option. It's great for cruising SLOW when in Ruckstell high. bobt

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Let's see----15 million Model T's x 48 spokes per car = 720 million spokes. That's a lotta spokes! bobt

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I really enjoyed the painting process. I'll bet a lot of workers had the nickname "NUBBY". bobt

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"Good things come to those who wait". It took three months to get my 1915 flat tube touring radiator from Brassworks, but I MUST say it looked like a piece of jewelry when it arrived. The car runs cool even in the hottest of days in Virginia without a pump and the radiator fit like a glove. I don't ...

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1915 Touring wood spoke clenchers non-demountable wheels. Hello. When I replaced all of my tires about two years ago, I too tried all of the tricks and none worked for me. The garbage bag was the worse! (Again, FOR ME) I started by removing the old tires which had to be sawed off. I agree with Steve...

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I really liked the using of nickles for freeze plugs and made a set. I didn't care for the thickness of the nickles and was afraid of cracking the thin edge of the block when setting them so I chickened out and used the thinner brass ones. bobt

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My 1915 runs and starts GREAT hot or cold unless there are a number of people watching me crank. The more people, the more I crank. bobt

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Nice oil can!

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I'm guessing I fat fingered something while I was typing my question??? anyway, The old cap had TWO shims on either side of the ball. The shims were thick and had holes in the center of them?? My question is...Should I keep the one shim in on the tie rod end? I hope this post makes sense! bobt. 1915...

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