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by A Whiteman
Mon Feb 02, 2026 1:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Magnet Clamps
Replies: 15
Views: 513

Re: Magnet Clamps

I'd say they knew what they were doing
given that lower cost was the goal their aim would be to reduce the manufacture cost even by 'shavings', hence A won out in the end.

Toon, I doubt you would notice much, if any, difference in performance between each design 'in the real world'.

All the best.
by A Whiteman
Wed Jan 21, 2026 2:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Wood Plans - Copyrighting?
Replies: 18
Views: 1027

Re: Wood Plans - Copyrighting?

Hi Brent, its a fair question that you are asking, and a good summary from Jerry. It is the drawings that are copyrighted - you can't copy the drawings done by these gents, which in some ways has nothing to do with the subject of the drawings. They are not claiming control over the original parts de...
by A Whiteman
Sun Jan 18, 2026 2:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Car to Truck 'Shade Tree' Conversion
Replies: 6
Views: 600

Re: Car to Truck 'Shade Tree' Conversion

mounted on a TT chassis
Its a car chassis reinforced with bits of iron and a whopper spring. I guess you make do with what you have when cash is tight :-)
by A Whiteman
Sun Jan 18, 2026 2:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Car to Truck 'Shade Tree' Conversion
Replies: 6
Views: 600

Re: Car to Truck 'Shade Tree' Conversion

Right hand drive?
Yes, we drive on the 'correct side' of the road down here (New Zealand) ;-)
by A Whiteman
Sat Jan 17, 2026 1:55 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Car to Truck 'Shade Tree' Conversion
Replies: 6
Views: 600

Car to Truck 'Shade Tree' Conversion

A neat 'period' conversion barn find is up for sale locally. I thought you may be intrigued with the car to TT rear axle conversion that was done (these are the only pictures):
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by A Whiteman
Fri Jan 16, 2026 8:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: I need some advice here.
Replies: 14
Views: 806

Re: I need some advice here.

Welcome First off, Welcome to the hobby!, we are glad to hear about a new driver starting on your journey. While the T is 100 years old it still can be very usable day to day. I hope you will have many years ahead of enjoyable motoring, Don't despair! Loose spokes can be tightened without replacing...
by A Whiteman
Thu Dec 25, 2025 2:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Model T era parking lot
Replies: 20
Views: 1277

Re: Model T era parking lot

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by A Whiteman
Thu Dec 25, 2025 2:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Model T era parking lot
Replies: 20
Views: 1277

Re: Model T era parking lot

Not sure where these are:
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by A Whiteman
Tue Dec 23, 2025 8:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Close Well
Replies: 4
Views: 723

Re: Close Well

Transform your Ford and Citroen to drive inside with CLOSE WELL, indispensable, for all seasons, simple, light, solid.
by A Whiteman
Mon Dec 22, 2025 3:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Seasons Greetings
Replies: 5
Views: 617

Re: Seasons Greetings

Thank you Tom, and wishing a Merry Christmas to you and yours as well.

Thank you for the picture - 'Santa's Helpers' in the car look a lot like my Grandchildren after a bash at the chocolates.... ;-)

Kind regards
Adrian
by A Whiteman
Sat Dec 20, 2025 4:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Starter Noise
Replies: 17
Views: 1099

Re: Starter Noise

The point of the "bus" modification 12v conversion is to get the starter to turn 1/2 speed on 12v to be equivalent to 6v function. So that aint it. Yes, I think you are right - really grasping at straws at the moment. Will send pictures when I re-open the garage :-) Thank you all for your ideas for...
by A Whiteman
Sat Dec 20, 2025 2:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Starter Noise
Replies: 17
Views: 1099

Re: Starter Noise

Hi John, thanks. Yes, I have checked the spring and tried alternatives too 'just in case' to no avail. A suggestion is to look at the ring gear and verify it is the correct way around. If it is 'backwards' the 'lead in' champfers would not be on the correct side for the bendix. I will have a look at...
by A Whiteman
Sat Dec 20, 2025 1:04 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: MEME of the week
Replies: 89
Views: 34301

Re: MEME of the week

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by A Whiteman
Sat Dec 20, 2025 12:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Starter Noise
Replies: 17
Views: 1099

Re: Starter Noise

Hi Robert, the short answer is - no :-( I swapped out another starter and bendix and still have the issue. Scratching my head on this as locally no one else has the problem with the 12v conversion. I ponder whether the 12v has too much momentum, so when the starter is disengaged the armature is spin...
by A Whiteman
Sat Dec 20, 2025 12:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What do I have here ?
Replies: 12
Views: 1449

Re: What do I have here ?

Yes, that is a magneto from the 1900's: https://oldcroak.com/k-w-ignition-company-magnetos/
The 'ALC' has five magnets, is for ignition and lighting and cost (in 1909) the sum of $50.
by A Whiteman
Sat Dec 20, 2025 12:44 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Diamond Tire Repair Kit no 6
Replies: 11
Views: 794

Re: Diamond Tire Repair Kit no 6

The thing with the claws on it may be belt lacing, I looked up the image search and got "machine gun belt". Perhaps not, so a little twiddle and we get conveyor belt joiner: https://3ac6e0bfd4c36037.en.made-in-china.com/product/CONfcSBwtbWy/China-45-Conveyor-Belt-Fastener-Lacing-Tools-Rubber-Belt-L...
by A Whiteman
Wed Dec 17, 2025 2:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Project Update 1924 TT
Replies: 23
Views: 1215

Re: Project Update 1924 TT

It looks like a bundle of fun! Good stuff.

A question on the windshield, is it laminated or 'safety' glass?

Kind regards
Adrian
by A Whiteman
Tue Dec 16, 2025 2:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: It starts, motor runs and it drives
Replies: 20
Views: 1565

Re: It starts, motor runs and it drives

The one you want at a price you like is best
This one
by A Whiteman
Mon Dec 08, 2025 1:53 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 3D Printer
Replies: 14
Views: 1336

Re: 3D Printer

We are planning getting body bracket parts cast at the moment (for a Colonial bodied T - so not 'standard' T bits). Originals have been 3d scanned and put into CAD. They will be printed in PPA (at least I think that is it) and the cores will be used in investment casts. The cast is heated sufficient...
by A Whiteman
Mon Dec 08, 2025 1:46 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Starter Noise
Replies: 17
Views: 1099

Re: Starter Noise

Thanks John, yes the starter is rewired and modified bus, we have been using this solution here for many years and across a lot of cars with no problems ... until this time ... :-0
by A Whiteman
Sun Dec 07, 2025 9:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Starter Noise
Replies: 17
Views: 1099

Re: Starter Noise

Hmm, could be a 'graunch grounch or maybe a bit more of a grruumm graunch ;-)

Yes, all original parts and cover
Yes all tight
It is a 12v converted starter, not 6v with 12v in it.
No, I have not had this problem before the refurbishment
by A Whiteman
Sun Dec 07, 2025 4:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Starter Noise
Replies: 17
Views: 1099

Starter Noise

I recently reconditioned my starter. It runs smooth and the shaft is straight and runs true (no bends or wobbles) on the test bench. It installed nicely and when the starter button was pushed it engaged and cranked the engine well, ..... however ...... When the starter button is released (without th...
by A Whiteman
Sun Nov 30, 2025 1:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Steering column shaft flange that the planetary gear posts mount
Replies: 10
Views: 1052

Re: Steering column shaft flange that the planetary gear posts mount

Remember to re-key to the long 3rd pins position as it was
in relation to the keyway at the bottom of the shaft (i.e. still at the same 'o'clock' position relative to each other).
by A Whiteman
Sun Nov 30, 2025 1:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How to remove outside oil line
Replies: 8
Views: 885

Re: How to remove outside oil line

Ans check that the car still has an internal oil pipe.....
by A Whiteman
Sat Nov 29, 2025 1:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Part name needed
Replies: 11
Views: 858

Re: Part name needed

Locally we call it a 'body moulding' or 'D-Moulding" and yes, a close profile is available .... here in New Zealand.....

Probably other aluminum extruders make a similar one, possibly for coach building or boat building industries maybe.
by A Whiteman
Tue Nov 18, 2025 2:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: An auxilery transmission question?
Replies: 48
Views: 2692

Re: An auxilery transmission question?

Hi Lucas, To answer your question: Is there a such thing as a rukstell but with an overdrive instead of an underdrive? Not really, the closest is a Moore. See this link: https://mtfca.com/phpBB3/app.php/gallery/image/2218 It still requires shortening of drive shaft and housing and I don't know how e...
by A Whiteman
Tue Nov 11, 2025 4:03 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: My 24 TT project (Hello all!)
Replies: 33
Views: 2145

Re: My 24 TT project (Hello all!)

Welcome to the hobby~! Glad to see another TT getting some love. Mine has a Ruckstell and an overdrive - can get her up to about 45mph but more comfortable at 30 mph. The thing is, the combination of overdrive and Ruckstell gives some good combined gear ratios when the Ruckstell is engaged (underdri...
by A Whiteman
Tue Nov 04, 2025 2:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Smith form a truck.
Replies: 8
Views: 956

Re: Smith form a truck.

Hi Bob, this post covers the process: https://mtfca.com/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=9&t=45439
by A Whiteman
Tue Nov 04, 2025 4:14 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Smith form a truck.
Replies: 8
Views: 956

Re: Smith form a truck.

Smith Form-a-truck kits were available for any car to convert to a truck, but as most cars of the time were T's, the form-a-truck became most associated with the Ford.
Period advertising for them listed Ford, Maxwell and Chevrolet with a $350 kit.

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by A Whiteman
Tue Nov 04, 2025 4:07 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Smith form a truck.
Replies: 8
Views: 956

Re: Smith form a truck.

Hi Bob, I would be interested to see a picture of your 2TT setup if you could post a picture here :-)
Thanks Adrian
by A Whiteman
Wed Oct 29, 2025 2:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1917 model t
Replies: 21
Views: 1725

Re: 1917 model t

Welcome to the hobby :-)

Have a look here as well: https://www.mtfca.com/encyclopedia/
by A Whiteman
Mon Oct 27, 2025 4:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Timers?
Replies: 17
Views: 1577

Re: Timers?

(welcome back Steve, good to see your posts again :-) )
by A Whiteman
Mon Oct 27, 2025 4:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Timers?
Replies: 17
Views: 1577

Re: Timers?

I have had an Anderson in my TT for years - works marvelously without any problems. I ditched the Anderson from my roadster as it was impossible to get to run right. I replaced it with a good 'old' roller - runs well at low speed but 'bounces' at high engine rpm causing misses. After asking the same...
by A Whiteman
Mon Oct 27, 2025 3:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Members Only Forum
Replies: 76
Views: 5930

Re: Members Only Forum

there are Registered Users, who have signed up to and have a profile on the forum; Members of the MTFCA, who presumably automatically have a profile on the forum; and Guests, who may be one of the previous 2 groups but not logged in to their forum profile or who may be 'everyone else Agree, registe...
by A Whiteman
Fri Oct 24, 2025 5:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: ACCESSORY OF THE DAY INDEX TO OVER 570 MODEL T ACCESSORY POSTS
Replies: 26
Views: 7769

Re: ACCESSORY OF THE DAY INDEX TO OVER 570 MODEL T ACCESSORY POSTS

Try first to type 'radiator cap' in the search box at the top of the page. Add 'jay' for one of jay's posts. Quite a few radiator caps come up. Click on the 'gear' icon to get more advanced search options. In the gallery section, things are sorted alphabetically , so scroll along to 'R' - only one e...
by A Whiteman
Fri Oct 24, 2025 12:31 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 9300' altitude, and what do I see?
Replies: 15
Views: 1310

Re: 9300' altitude, and what do I see?

Wow, thank you for sharing those amazing views, enjoy your travels!
by A Whiteman
Fri Oct 24, 2025 12:29 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: ACCESSORY OF THE DAY INDEX TO OVER 570 MODEL T ACCESSORY POSTS
Replies: 26
Views: 7769

Re: ACCESSORY OF THE DAY INDEX TO OVER 900 MODEL T ACCESSORY POSTS

Update: Well, more of a reminder of the 'AOD' Gallery over 900 items there now!

Have a look - https://mtfca.com/phpBB3/app.php/gallery - it seems fuses were under discussion even then!
by A Whiteman
Sun Oct 19, 2025 2:19 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What have you done to/with your Model T in October?
Replies: 40
Views: 3607

Re: What have you done to/with your Model T in October?

Bit the bullet and converted the Roadster to 12V: step 1- Replaced the bulbs with 12V step 2- Installed modified starter for 12V step 3- Made my own diode cutout *yes very basic diode only to mimic the original cutout. step 4- swapped in a 12V battery Done. Starter cranks with much more energy and c...
by A Whiteman
Wed Oct 15, 2025 3:45 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Hello from Iowa
Replies: 10
Views: 1201

Re: Hello from Iowa

Welcome to the hobby :-)
Nice looking car, don't hesitate to ask anything at all. The only 'dumb' question is the one you didn't ask ;-0

Cheers
by A Whiteman
Sat Oct 11, 2025 10:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Front hub drawing or solid model
Replies: 3
Views: 440

Re: Front hub drawing or solid model

Have a look here: https://mtfca.com/phpBB3/app.php/gallery/album/43

You could reach out to Martynn, he may be able to help out (send him as PM from his forum profile).
by A Whiteman
Fri Oct 10, 2025 1:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Engine oil
Replies: 24
Views: 2377

Re: Engine oil

No matter what oil you choose, your T engine will use and mostly leak a lot of the oil so it is important to remember to regularly check the oil level (before each drive is a good habit to get into). Never let it get below the lower oil cock.

Have fun :-)
by A Whiteman
Sun Oct 05, 2025 3:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Helicoil or just swap out head?
Replies: 9
Views: 1145

Re: Helicoil or just swap out head?

Neat job on the inserts - nice.

It is a cost benefit decision. Anything can be done, how much do you want to spend?
Having another head right there to use suggests go with the swap out.
by A Whiteman
Sat Oct 04, 2025 2:08 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Helicoil or just swap out head?
Replies: 9
Views: 1145

Re: Helicoil or just swap out head?

Look for another head, they are not too hard to find or too expensive, repairs to the damage you describe would be expensive and not really satisfactory.
All the best and welcome to the hobby!
by A Whiteman
Tue Sep 30, 2025 11:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Dog driving a Model T
Replies: 6
Views: 822

Re: Dog driving a Model T

Ha ha! that is pretty neat, thanks for sharing it
by A Whiteman
Tue Sep 30, 2025 11:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Safety Reflectors.
Replies: 14
Views: 1640

Re: Safety Reflectors.

Why do they need to be on the spare wheel?
Why not add tape/ adhesive reflectors to the rear bumper?
Cheers
Adrian
by A Whiteman
Tue Sep 30, 2025 6:09 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: question on felts and gaskets
Replies: 13
Views: 1143

Re: question on felts and gaskets

what oil would you say I use? like a heavier gear oil or even a grease or should it be lighter?
I use ordinary engine oil, some use grease. Not sure it makes a difference.

When using oil I soak the felt, not just a coating.
by A Whiteman
Mon Sep 29, 2025 3:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: question on felts and gaskets
Replies: 13
Views: 1143

Re: question on felts and gaskets

Soaking felt in oil 'loads' them, and they compress and seal better. Don't really know why but it works.
All the best.
by A Whiteman
Sun Sep 28, 2025 5:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: replace closed cab with C Cab
Replies: 7
Views: 1074

Re: replace closed cab with C Cab

Here are the options:

C Cab (well maybe a 'square C :-) ) No Cab (Roadster) and Closed Cab (Colonial), :

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by A Whiteman
Sat Sep 27, 2025 4:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Bosch Drive ID
Replies: 0
Views: 546

Bosch Drive ID

Can anyone confirm ID of this distributor drive please, no other details available:
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by A Whiteman
Wed Sep 24, 2025 5:33 am
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: This was trucking-Old Photos
Replies: 1489
Views: 1921690

Re: This was trucking-Old Photos

Meanwhile in the United Kingdom ....

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by A Whiteman
Fri Sep 19, 2025 5:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Aluminum Radiator Install $250
Replies: 34
Views: 3317

Re: Aluminum Radiator Install $250

purchase the brass and stamp out a dozen different embossed brass parts for $200 more, and then pay $125/hr shop rate for 6 hours of work and build a radiator. Oh, and then treat the water from the tank so that it is cleaner than spring water, pay a hazmat company to take away the lead and flux res...
by A Whiteman
Fri Sep 19, 2025 5:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Aluminum Radiator Install $250
Replies: 34
Views: 3317

Re: Aluminum Radiator Install $250

"Weld" done!

Nice solution and neatly put together.
I like your thinking ahead for the day after you have replaced,tyres, kingpins etc.

All the best.
by A Whiteman
Tue Sep 16, 2025 4:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1920's mechical policeman licence plate topper
Replies: 9
Views: 1194

Re: 1920's mechical policeman licence plate topper

Thanks Craig, that is a lot of fun!
by A Whiteman
Mon Sep 08, 2025 12:24 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1916 RHD Touring????
Replies: 24
Views: 1867

Re: 1916 RHD Touring????

Tim if I’m not mistaken when working on RHD COILS
you have to turn the case to the other side but not sure.
Coils go in the car and operate just the same LHD and RHD, same internal structure and parts - no difference at all.
by A Whiteman
Thu Sep 04, 2025 4:55 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Have a Coke.
Replies: 18
Views: 1914

Re: Have a Coke.

'water injection' still is a performance trick ;-)
by A Whiteman
Sun Aug 24, 2025 3:35 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Ranch Doodlebug Build
Replies: 48
Views: 7274

Re: Ranch Doodlebug Build

Thank you, that is a clever solution! I will salt that idea away :-)
Cheers
Adrian
by A Whiteman
Sat Aug 23, 2025 5:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Ranch Doodlebug Build
Replies: 48
Views: 7274

Re: Ranch Doodlebug Build

Thanks for the pictures mark, looking good.
Did you make the cycle guard mounting brackets? They are very neat and I am curious how they fit and how they are braced.
Would you mind sharing a few more details??
Thanks again
Adrian
by A Whiteman
Sun Aug 17, 2025 5:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: I know that I am a pain but need some help - Sediment bowl
Replies: 38
Views: 5033

Re: I know that I am a pain but need some help - Sediment bowl

Hi Mike, thanks for asking, the only dumb question is the one you didn't ask! We are more than happy to help out where we can. I would second Norman, better to do a tank clean especially if you have spent a lot so far. An inline filter will cause fuel starvation problems. 1) remove the tank, slosh a...
by A Whiteman
Sun Aug 17, 2025 4:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Magneto contact
Replies: 25
Views: 4197

Re: Magneto contact

How did you get on checking the timer? Sounds like there may be an issue there if only one cylinder is not firing? Continue to follow Scott's good advice to check through systematically. A 'quick and dirty' check on the mag - a headlight bulb attached to leads = one to earth and one to the mag post ...
by A Whiteman
Fri Aug 15, 2025 3:49 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Ford might have a new logo
Replies: 25
Views: 2898

Re: Ford might have a new logo

Now, as I proudly wear my MTFCA hat honoring the historic car and it's logo, I will be asked countless times, "Oh! You have an electric car?"
ROFL :-)
by A Whiteman
Thu Aug 14, 2025 3:37 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Aftermarket Generator Test Bench :-)
Replies: 1
Views: 629

Aftermarket Generator Test Bench :-)

So what do you do when you have an antique electric motor (nickel parts, cool design), some NEC telephone exchange frames, recycled timber, an old ampmeter and bits and bobs combined with a faulty Model T generator that needs fixing? Well, you get your self a "Dyerman" Model T Ford Generator Test Be...
by A Whiteman
Mon Aug 11, 2025 3:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Torque tube...what's this?
Replies: 8
Views: 1286

Re: Torque tube...what's this?

The stamping goes over the brazing. My 'guess' here is someone with humour did the fix and said 'I will patent that repair :lol: )!
by A Whiteman
Mon Aug 11, 2025 3:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Importance of Proper Timing for Safety
Replies: 27
Views: 2886

Re: Importance of Proper Timing for Safety

Thanks for posting those Scott, an interesting reminder and explains a lot that I only vaguely understood due to 'time to fire' delay.
Cheers
Adrian
by A Whiteman
Mon Aug 11, 2025 3:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Ben's Model-T Pie Wagon [1911-1925]
Replies: 104
Views: 11618

Re: Ben's Model-T Pie Wagon [1911-1925]

Hi Ben, thanks for sharing your great story. Welcome to the 'affliction' as it is known! :-)
Enjoy the journey
Kind regards
Adrian
by A Whiteman
Thu Aug 07, 2025 4:23 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1922 Owner’s Manual for Canadian Cars
Replies: 2
Views: 431

Re: 1922 Owner’s Manual for Canadian Cars

Hi Alex, you can find on-line versions of the Canadian Manuals (and other publications) here: https://www.cimorelli.com/mtdl/default.htm

(Love the twins :-) )
by A Whiteman
Sat Aug 02, 2025 1:48 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Looking to begin my “T life”
Replies: 39
Views: 3602

Re: Looking to begin my “T life”

Welcome to the hobby, and welcome to the forum. All the best with your search and I do look forward to hearing how you get on in the adventure. A page to start looking for an introduction to the T is: https://www.dauntlessgeezer.com/DG52.html The Encyclopaedia section at this site is also full of in...
by A Whiteman
Fri Aug 01, 2025 5:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: SPARK PLUG GAP PROS AND CONS?
Replies: 26
Views: 2731

Re: SPARK PLUG GAP PROS AND CONS?

I get good results from 'thumb nail' thickness. Works well especially when you are away from the workshop.....
by A Whiteman
Thu Jul 31, 2025 8:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Brass polishing tips/tricks
Replies: 14
Views: 1737

Re: Brass polishing tips/tricks

Thanks Brent, that is a helpful summary on the process,
by A Whiteman
Thu Jul 31, 2025 8:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Hello everyone!
Replies: 38
Views: 3619

Re: Hello everyone!

Hi Mike, welcome to the hobby, all the best with the recommissioning. For a lubrication chart try page 31 of the attached manual. Follow the arrows and you will find the oil flaps and grease caps to use. Unscrew the caps, fill with grease then turn them down. An extra turn or two regularly will add ...
by A Whiteman
Thu Jul 24, 2025 7:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Wosp starter leaking oil.
Replies: 7
Views: 915

Re: Wosp starter leaking oil.

Can't seem to locate the info & photo's I posted a few years ago on the fix for oil leak of WOSP starters.
Hi John, its the link I posted above, cheers
by A Whiteman
Thu Jul 24, 2025 7:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Whistle spark plugs
Replies: 51
Views: 5589

Re: Whistle spark plugs

I have an adapter style 'explosion plug'. It is great fun for parades - the faster the engine runs the louder the noise. When you 'pull the chain' you do notice a bit of a drop in engine power while they are chirping. Considerations: I found they tend to work loose over (a not very long) time. Nuisa...
by A Whiteman
Thu Jul 24, 2025 7:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Whistle spark plugs
Replies: 51
Views: 5589

Re: Whistle spark plugs

I'm enjoying my car immensely...
And that makes it all worth while :-)

Remember, as you fine tune your car - 'If it works for you - Then it works' ;-)
by A Whiteman
Thu Jul 24, 2025 7:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Setting Third Brush Position
Replies: 6
Views: 921

Re: Setting Third Brush Position

Thanks Mark - yes it seems we have the same experience, must be a 'quirk' of the genny design or build.
by A Whiteman
Thu Jul 24, 2025 6:24 am
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: Some Humor to Brighten Your Day II
Replies: 507
Views: 1315722

Re: Some Humor to Brighten Your Day II

Yes, we did have the dog and cat sleep on the bed in winter ......

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by A Whiteman
Thu Jul 24, 2025 5:15 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Setting Third Brush Position
Replies: 6
Views: 921

Re: Setting Third Brush Position

Thanks Mark - yes we did lift the third brush to find the null point as described (apologies my explanation missed that out).
by A Whiteman
Wed Jul 23, 2025 8:39 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: Tool Time
Replies: 147
Views: 987447

Re: Tool Time

Watching the needle fluctuate is very satisfying.
Ha ha - well put
by A Whiteman
Wed Jul 23, 2025 8:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Setting Third Brush Position
Replies: 6
Views: 921

Setting Third Brush Position

TO set the third brush position on a generator, we usually connect the genny to as battery and 'motor' it. (edit) After lifting the third brush so it does not contact the armature, moving the third brush holder back and forth to set the position. Rotating one way motors the genny 'forwards' and rota...
by A Whiteman
Wed Jul 23, 2025 8:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: MUD !!
Replies: 6
Views: 1337

Re: MUD !!

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by A Whiteman
Fri Jul 18, 2025 10:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Perfect delivery, introduction, and my dream
Replies: 23
Views: 2380

Re: Perfect delivery, introduction, and my dream

I want to drive my grandpa's car, not a restored version of it, if that makes sense.
Amen, go for it Kevin,
by A Whiteman
Fri Jul 18, 2025 6:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Perfect delivery, introduction, and my dream
Replies: 23
Views: 2380

Re: Perfect delivery, introduction, and my dream

Hi Kevin, thanks for posting the pictures,
All the best with recommissioning.
Remember its over 100 years old and was well used in its lifetime so it most unusual if all bits are 'original' ;-)
Doesn't make it any less of a T and in no way does it stop being your grandad's T!
by A Whiteman
Thu Jul 17, 2025 4:22 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Failure to proceed…
Replies: 21
Views: 3617

Re: Failure to proceed…

Well Morgan, sorry to say but: 'Welcome to the Club'
;-)
by A Whiteman
Wed Jul 16, 2025 12:19 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 922-1927 Drive Shaft Assembly Revision E
Replies: 4
Views: 917

Re: 922-1927 Drive Shaft Assembly Revision E

Thanks for the fix Martynn, these are very helpful,
cheers
Adrian
by A Whiteman
Sun Jul 06, 2025 7:15 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: Some Humor to Brighten Your Day II
Replies: 507
Views: 1315722

Re: Some Humor to Brighten Your Day II

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by A Whiteman
Tue Jul 01, 2025 6:29 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Where to harness the power of vacuum?
Replies: 13
Views: 2185

Re: Where to harness the power of vacuum?

I have vacuum taken off the inlet manifold after the carburetor. This is used to power my Trico vacuum windscreen wiper. It is by way of a brass tube fitted into a hole drilled in the inlet. This is the usual location used locally and gives no impact on combustion as it does not alter the mixture as...
by A Whiteman
Tue Jun 24, 2025 12:52 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1909 Water Pump Engine Questions......
Replies: 17
Views: 3573

Re: 1909 Water Pump Engine Questions......

I hope these may be helpful (engine number 624)
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by A Whiteman
Wed Jun 18, 2025 4:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Spokes - need collective wisdom
Replies: 17
Views: 3590

Re: Spokes - need collective wisdom

Here is another way to look at it. If you try to perform some type of repair and you are driving your T down a bumpy dirt road or swerve in traffic to avoid a collision are you gonna think to yourself, “I sure am glad I saved some money and epoxied that cracked spoke.” A search of this site (older ...
by A Whiteman
Sat Jun 14, 2025 4:24 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: My Coupelet headed for a new home.
Replies: 6
Views: 2019

Re: My Coupelet headed for a new home.

Thanks for sharing Kim, that is a great looking car.
by A Whiteman
Mon Jun 09, 2025 5:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Homecoming Pictures
Replies: 22
Views: 4793

Re: Homecoming Pictures

Correct, not a formal holiday.
Thanks for the explanation Jerry, I feel a little more 'American' each day :-)
by A Whiteman
Sun Jun 08, 2025 4:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Homecoming Pictures
Replies: 22
Views: 4793

Re: Homecoming Pictures

Thanks guys, so it not a formal event like say Easter or Christmas?
Is there any special time of the year or date it is 'celebrated' or is it a local choice?
by A Whiteman
Sun Jun 08, 2025 4:25 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Homecoming Pictures
Replies: 22
Views: 4793

Re: Homecoming Pictures

As a Non-USA person, could you tell me what 'Homecoming" means?
I have wondered about this for many years..... :-)
by A Whiteman
Mon May 26, 2025 2:27 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: how many chassis were sold withoout a factory body
Replies: 4
Views: 1438

Re: how many chassis were sold withoout a factory body

That would be US production, in Aus/NZ we would have received Canadian made (mostly)
by A Whiteman
Wed May 21, 2025 4:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: New problem with my 22, looking for some advice
Replies: 17
Views: 3757

Re: New problem with my 22, looking for some advice

How to make a quick 'short' test: With the engine is running faster than idle, take a plastic handled screw driver and lean the shaft against the terminal at the top of the spark plug, then move the tip to touch the head. This shorts the plug out. A: If nothing happens and no spark (or a weak spark)...
by A Whiteman
Wed May 21, 2025 4:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: solenoid wiring question
Replies: 14
Views: 2921

Re: solenoid wiring question

Hi Keith, You have stirred me up! My Colonial Roadster starter button is difficult to use, and I have pondered putting a solenoid in with a button on the dash (a suitably 'vintage' button!), so your post has spurred me on to make the install. Good prompting and good discussion to help me along :-) K...
by A Whiteman
Wed May 21, 2025 3:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: a Long shot
Replies: 32
Views: 7936

Re: a Long shot

Hi Garrett,
Welcome to the T world - and we are spread all over the world too. All the best with your search and we look forward to hearing how you get on
Kind regard
Adrian Whiteman (New Zealand)