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A) Model 1913 - 2 1/2 to 1 Stewart right hand swivel —$150 B) Model 1959 - 2 1/2 to 1 Stewart left hand swivel —$150 C) & D) Model 4007 Stewart Clamp Bracket and Bar w/clamp bolt— $40 ea. E) & F) Stewart Clamp Block $20 ea. G) Stewart # 160 Spindle Arm Extension w/Bolt $15 Both swivels turn freely ...

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I would not be in a rush to throw any of them away. They take up little space, and any of them could be reconditioned. Pre-WWII, Made In USA auto parts, in any condition, get scarcer every day. Ohhh, don't worry, i won't melt them down for bullion... they will look good on a shelf. Honestly, i want...

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.. I have some spares.. 30+... just really asking to see how to tell whether they are good ones or bad ones... Just one picture to assist, this roller was causing intermittent higher speed misses, the T was running real rough on tour. So much so the driver had to slow down, finally pulled over and ...

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TRDxB2 wrote: ↑
Mon Jan 27, 2025 12:25 pm
My picks for the trash bin

Agreed, was thinking those grooves indicated a lot of wear has occurred.

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Sun Jan 26, 2025 8:20 pm
I see two that look a little iffy. Good or bad? If the roller doesnt have excessive play and its not worn uneven, if the spring action is smooth and the pivots seen firm with a little twisting action, its clean and not pitted, should be a good one.

Thank you, that all makes sense to me.

Andy

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After a while mechanical things wear out. Your timer roller is just about there. I think you ought to buy you a new reproduction Roller timer or a New Day timer. Model T owners have their preference for either or both. Some like the Anderson timer which is good too. As Steve J mentioned your timer ...

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I should have stated more clearly earlier... I have some spares.. 30+... just really asking to see how to tell whether they are good ones or bad ones...

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After a while mechanical things wear out. Your timer roller is just about there. I think you ought to buy you a new reproduction Roller timer or a New Day timer. Model T owners have their preference for either or both. Some like the Anderson timer which is good too. As Steve J mentioned your timer ...

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They are used up when the roller gets very sloppy on the pin. Also, when the roller diameter becomes tapered, grooved, or reduced in diameter. Best way to determine is to compare to a new one. Makes sense to me. Thank you Jerry. I'll just need to look for spec. On the diameter of a new one... I hav...

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Good day. I have a few timer rollers and was wondering how do you tell if they are good to clean up and keep as spares and use and when they are just scrap. My assumption is that if they roll relatively freely and the roller does not have a groove in it, then it should be good. Would appreciate any ...

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SOLD

https://www.ebay.com/itm/126878463037

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Pep C Strebeck wrote: ↑
Sun Jan 12, 2025 2:03 pm
PM sent on APCO 2.

They are yours!

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Hudson Motor Specialties Co. (raised lettering): two available
Manufactured Philadelphia, USA
Patent date February 1, 1921

$15 a piece

one is Double drilled hole @ top of bracket
one has the top flange cut off, see photos. (does not affect display quality on your shelf of accessories)

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Hudsons 1 (recessed lettering): one available
Manufactured Milwaukee, USA
Patent date February 1, 1921

$15

Double drilled hole @ top of bracket

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APCO 2: two available
Manufactured Providence, RI
October 11, 1921 Patent Date

Both SOLD

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APCO 1
Manufactured in Attleboro, Mass
June 3, 1925 Patent Date

$10

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FOR SALE: HUDSON and APCO Pan Ear Repair Brackets I have three of each manufacturer available, two different styles. See the following photos for pictures of each kind. Payment via Paypal or Venmo Goods and Services. Message me via the forum with your contact information to complete transaction. Fir...

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When I grow up, I want to be like you Seamus! I feel like this is the year I drove a long distance in my own T. It's time, I have the confidence now.

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I have some of both - let's see the front - that looks like a wire wheel type. Well, you don't know what you don't know.. I didn't realize there were two styles. I (my father actually) is looking for the earlier one, like it shown on page 26 of Russ Furstnow's book. Part #3986. I've taken two quick...

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FOUND:
Part Found, thank you Steve!
Original Stewart Speedometer spindle arm extension stud, photo for reference. This part extends the spindle for mounted a speedometer ahead of the axle. Please message me through the forum if you have one available.

Thank you!
Andy

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Hello. I am in need on one 30x3 (24") all white Firestone Non-Skid tire for my '12 Touring car. Would prefer new. I have one new front tire and both rears (23") so far but no more fronts coming until February I am told. I am in Northcentral Ohio. Any help would be appreciated. Thank you. Tires.jpg ...

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Brian D wrote: ↑
Mon Oct 14, 2024 2:52 pm
Broken rear axle road repair. One uses a rear wheel One uses a front wheel.

Wow! Lucky duck!

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Once again I had an absolutely wonderful time at Hershey. The weather was perfect! Here are just a small sample of my great Model T parts finds. I found a straight through NH, a usable NH float, and a small box of carburetor parts that included a Stromberg float bowl cover and needle. IMG_5308.jpeg...

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Our family also found FUN at Hershey by entering 4 cars into the Friday car show. A 1915 RPU, 1916 Touring, 1923 Touring, and 1965 Mustang rounded out our group and we had a BLAST! This is what Hershey means to me FUN & FAMILY! Was fun meeting the fellow T owners in our classes and seeing all of the...

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Hershey 2024 was great! In the swap meet I was able to collect the missing items I needed to have a complete speedometer set up for my T and on the showfield, our T received recognition for being a 100+ year old car and being part of the show! Do not let folks scare you away from attending Hershey, ...

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You bet your bippy they did! Was fun hanging out and catching up you guys!

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Got it all ready to attend the Friday show day of the AACA Fall Meet in Hershey, PA. Can't wait to see you all on the showfield!

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Awesome! Safe travels, can't wait to run into you all at the show!

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Man, I don't know what service to the hobby some folks are doing by continuing to dump on Hershey. Some older guys aren't going to be there but at the same time, I've read posts where either are bringing a bunch of stuff they got from buying out some old T collections. I've got these spaces already ...

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Will be there row CG-74-77, with misc T parts and other interesting things. Including a bunch of timer rollers (steel and brass), some crankcase repair brackets (Apco and Hudson), and some non-T, but super cool NOS replacement ruby red glass tail light lenses for various models. Also might have some...

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Hershey is still an amazing swap meet and an incredible event that everyone in the old car hobby should experience. If you can’t find what you are looking for, then you aren’t looking hard enough! I’m my opinion, one of the biggest things hurting Hershey attendance is everyone posting online about ...

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Well, me, my father and my brothers will be there in the Chocolate field with our spaces doing the same thing we have done for the past 40+ years... catch up with Hershey friends and buy and sell some old stuff. And on Friday we'll have three T's on the showfield! Hershey is far from over, the woode...

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James, I'd reach out to the Susquehanna Valley Region of the HCCA or the HCCA Gazzette editor Tracy Lesher. She is in a family with strong hobby history and ties in this area of PA and if anyone would know where to point you, I'd say Tracy would be the person. She and her husband will be at Hershey ...

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Well, the AACA pushed the deadline to today! Last day to register. So easy now online if you are already a member. My dad and I will both be in class 10B non-judged with our 1916 and 1915 Ts respectively. My brother will have his 1923 T in its class too. He will be going for his first senior award, ...

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Awesome. Will look forward to seeing you there!

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My dad registered his 1916 T for the show.. non judged as well. So we both will be helping to fill out class 10B. Can not wait!

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Just a note of encouragement to those who might be on the fence, or forget to register in time. Registration for the Hershey AACA Fall Meet in Hershey, Pennsylvania closed on August 15th! With the online registration via credit card, it's not too late to register. I've entered my 1915 Roadster Picku...

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In Oregon you can drive your car onto the state weight station when they are not open. The weight platforn is able to read out your weight. That's pretty cool. In Pennsylvania, the state scales are either mobile or in danced in areas off 70mph roadways. We do not weigh for free in the state of Libe...

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... to take some scrap in of course! After a home remodel job, I had a few pieces of scrap metal. I also had a urge to see what my T weighs... and thought boy, if I take the scrap to the scrap yard in the T, then I'll get a free weigh-in too! My strategy succeeded and the old T served well over the...

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Hahaha, of course! These old Ts are useful things.

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... to take some scrap in of course! After a home remodel job, I had a few pieces of scrap metal. I also had a urge to see what my T weighs... and thought boy, if I take the scrap to the scrap yard in the T, then I'll get a free weigh-in too! My strategy succeeded and the old T served well over the ...

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Andy, The short answer is no. The Stewart Model 100 would use a 2.5:1 swivel. The drive you show is a direct drive 1:1 ratio. Also, a 58T gear is used on a 21" tire. I hope this helps, Russ Furstnow Russ, again, thank you very very much. I really appreciate your being willing to share your knowledg...

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The "direct drive" was used with speedometers that run 2008 rpms at 60 mph. These speedometers include Van Sicklin, Warner, Jones, Johns-Manville, Sears Cross, Standard Thermometer and early Stewart and Clark. I suspect this drive was used on a Van Sicklin, but have no proof without studying the un...

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The "direct drive" was used with speedometers that run 2008 rpms at 60 mph. These speedometers include Van Sicklin, Warner, Jones, Johns-Manville, Sears Cross, Standard Thermometer and early Stewart and Clark. I suspect this drive was used on a Van Sicklin, but have no proof without studying the un...

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I came across a photo of this swivel and fiber gear. The bracket looks like 1915 or so, but the strait drive swivel and large fiber gear are throwing me off. Is this model T hardware or for another automobile of similar vintage? Just curious to see what the experts say. Thank you in advance!

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SOLD pending pickup

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I don't suppose you're coming up towards Burlington VT at some point? That's a really awesome trailer, would love to have it but I'm also a bit far Totally understand. Delivery just isn't in the cards for me at this time. I did bring it home in the bed of a half ton Silverado. Just fits as long as ...

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Angmar wrote: ↑
Sun Mar 03, 2024 7:15 pm
Very neat piece. Wish it were closer. Thanks for posting.

Thanks for the kind words. If I had a bigger property, I'd keep and use it, but it's gotta find a new home. Was hoping folks would enjoy the photos. Totally a unique trailer.
Andy

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SteveK wrote: ↑
Sat Mar 02, 2024 6:57 pm
They look like fender steps to me

Steve

I missed the dimensional reference. They are about one inch at the longest dimension.

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MichaelPawelek wrote: ↑
Sat Mar 02, 2024 4:58 pm
How about something to reference size. Are they one inch or one foot across?

Good question. About 1 inch at longest dimension.

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Last batch of photos. Hope you enjoyed them!

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This is the model T based trailer that will put all other vintage trailers to shame. Solidly built, easy to dump, and still useful today! The shade tree engineering here is not easily matched. Built sometime in the past, recently gone through so that it lasts long into the future. Frame: A pinched T...

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Sorting thru our T parts stash on a rainy day. Came across these.... what are they?

Many thanks for suggestions and insults in advance.

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I'm writing this post in an effort to assist a man who is asking on the MTFCA Facebook page. Seems his neighbor might have a 1911/12 body up in the attic. Apparently the doors and body have the same number stamped in it (13 213) thirteen SPACE two-one-three. Is the body number for these earlier cars...

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Is there an advantage of having a steel deck instead of wood? Also, in the earlier cars with no battery cage, I learned that if you don’t remove it prior to trailering, it will bounce around enough to loosen the battery terminals. I am by no means a trailering expert, but my family has a steel diam...

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Assuming you are handling cranking. It took my father a year to learn how his 16 needed to have the fuel, spark, etc. Set to ensure a quick crank start. He too was stumped from time to time. It likely will just take some time to learn your car. Start over from square one a few times and readjust the...

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Here is the one I picked up at Hershey a few years ago. I am certain one could reproduce these.

Andy

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Was out at Dad's today and was checking out his adjusted linkage as he recently installed a fun projects stop light switch. Thought I'd share. He's still in the adjustment phase, so work in progress. He worked up his linkage based on old AC brake advertisement photos. Prior to the stop light switch ...

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When my father put ACs on his 1916, he mocked them up first on saw horses using a spare rear, driveshaft and hogshead. We both thought that greatly helped in figuring out the geometry before putting them on the car. I was successful in getting a set this fall. I'll be doing the same this winter when...

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Hey Andrew, I sent you a PM (I think, I've never sent one before!). Dave Hi Dave, I appreciate your interest. However, still doing some research on my end. Always like to know what I got before I would let it go. I cleaned up the swivel tonight, and found it's an Ogden Manufacturing Company product...

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Larry is correct re the year. But the head will work with the road gear not the swivel. You need a 2 1/2 to 1 ratio swivel and a small gear to match. Furstnows book is a great resource. Especially the first one. Yes got my copy of the MFTCA edited book authored by Russ. Starting to learn. I see the...

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I don't know how pure you wish to be, but that is not the speedometer Ford used in 1915! I suggest you get a copy of Russ Furstnows speedometer book for the correct information. Boy oh boy, if I was going for a model year correct January 1915 touring, then this speedometer would be the LEAST of my ...

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You are one LUCKY GUY to have nailed all those items on one transaction!! And all of them look to be in beautiful condition, as well!! Things like this happen, but not very often. But you are able to experience one of the high points of an antique car restoration! Good luck with it, and have fun. B...

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Calimers has his prices posted on his website.

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And for those who haven't followed my progress over the last few years... here is my RPU that the speedo will be installed on... there are three screw holes in the firewall that I am sure will line up!

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And finally the swivel...

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And then of the gear I have...

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Some more pictures of the speedo...

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So I acquired something pretty cool last Friday, but didn't want to add it to post about it and the story until I had it in my hands. A random search last Friday for 'brass speedometer' turned up a 1913 (13-15?) Stewart magnetic drive speedometer that is of the style and patina that would match my 1...

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And here are the photos of the drive.

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Good day. I'm going through some speedometer parts that came with my 1915 RPU when I acquired it. While I am ordering the speedometer book, in the meantime, I was hoping someone knowledgeable would be willing to help with ID of these two parts. Both the large gear and the fiber gear has Stewart Warn...

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Allan wrote: ↑
Thu Oct 12, 2023 2:39 am
Just screw a petcock in!

Allan from down under.

Very easy to say if you have one! I do not have any spare sitting around and am not about to purchase one just to test it out.

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Mark Gregush wrote: ↑
Wed Oct 11, 2023 7:16 pm
It is not a bolt, it is pipe thread. Should be 1/8" NPT.

Of course. I was searching for the right term, but you understood what I was looking for anyways. Thank you.

Andy

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Jack Putnam, in Ohio wrote: ↑
Wed Oct 11, 2023 8:24 pm
Use a wood dowel, sharpen the end slightly. Then screw it in place. Won't damage the threads.

Excellent idea, I appreciate the assistance. I just want to seal it up to check for leaks.

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I picked up a decent 1911 Brass radiator just before Hershey. I would like to test it out, but do not know ow the correct thread count and 'bolt' size which would fit in the drain hole where the petcock would go. Is anyone aware of what the size of those petcock threads might be? Thank you in advanc...

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Here is a photo of the rest of the cast iron ones.

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For inspection and purchase at Hershey AACA Fall Meet ONLY. No holds, first cash first served. Spaces CG-74-77 in the Chocolate field. We will be set up to sell Tuesday thru Thursday (Maybe Friday) Aluminum Hogs Heads. $50 a piece. One 12/13 available and four 13/15's available. Also have a bunch of...

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Jeepster47 wrote: ↑
Thu Sep 28, 2023 3:23 pm
Sent you a pm, have a new unused set

Excellent. I will respond.

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Tparts wrote: ↑
Wed Sep 27, 2023 11:00 am
I believe we have a set that are new. $350 plus shipping
Call Langs at 1-800-872-7871 They will be at Hershey

Thank you Don, however I really like the 'look' and operation of the Sidmore castings and brakes.

Andy

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Loftfield wrote: ↑
Wed Sep 27, 2023 7:42 am
What an unfortunate name for a set of brakes!

My spelling error. Corrected now.

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CudaMan wrote: ↑
Wed Sep 27, 2023 8:08 am
Sidmore, not Skidmore!

Ohh my, I am embarrassed. May Mr. Sidmore rest in piece. I will revise my post. THANK YOU!

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Mark Gregush wrote: ↑
Tue Sep 26, 2023 9:54 pm
Larry didn't make large drum brakes, just the small drum.

You know, I was just hoping back on here to correct myself. Thank you Mark.

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Dennis M wrote: ↑
Tue Sep 26, 2023 6:30 pm
Do you need the small drum or the big drum?
Pre 26 or 26/27

Great question! A detail I left out. I need small drum.

Andy

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Good day. I missed the opportunity to purchase a set of reproduction AC Brakes from Mr. Sidmore when he was still living. These reproductions were produced by Mr. Sidmore for small drum rears. I am well aware they are currently not available. This post is to see if anyone has a set of these brakes o...

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Item is spoken for pending pickup at Hershey.

It will be at my 2023 Hershey Fall meet spaces, CG-74/75.

Feel free to contact me via the forum messaging or via e-mail. arb225 at comcast dot net

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Our family can not wait as well! We'll be at spaces CG-74/75 (Just East of Coker & Berg's old spot). I'll have a set of rear fenders https://www.mtfca.com/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=5&t=21072&p=237726&hilit=fenders#p237726 , a bunch of timer rollers (steel and brass), some crankcase repair brackets (Apc...

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Bumping this post for 2023. I still have the fenders and they'll be at Hershey 2023!

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Good morning Tom! I have a set of fenders that might fit your needs and will be at our family spots @ Hershey (CG-74/75 in the Chocolate Field) I think they might be later than you are looking for, but the patina should be spot on. I'd recommend stopping by and seeing what you think. Here is a link ...

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Good idea. Stoping at ebay now to get mine. Thanks!

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This was posted on Facebook a few minutes ago. I have no way of verifying its accuracy, but thought sharing this might help.

Andy

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I have never been to Hershey, and I am debating taking a 24' box trailer and truck bed full of parts from the 1940's back to early teens from all different brands and a bunch of literature from that same era. Since it is now more "modern stuff", am I wasting my time driving 2,400 miles? I called th...

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Was anyone else watching the 1912 Kelly Unit Model T truck that was up for Auction in Indiana today? Wad bid up to $8500 but no sale. Buyer reserve was more. The family has a 3 generation of ownership. They didn't change a thing on it, but used in in parades, etc. Looked to be pretty original with a...

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Kaiser wrote: ↑
Mon Jul 31, 2023 6:20 am
Andy, that is a great set of pictures, and a vrry nice roadster pickup !

Thank you sir! It was a grand time... and I couldn't miss the chance to run my RPU around the 'coutryside' and restored barns!

Andy

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greasemonkey100 wrote: ↑
Sun Jul 30, 2023 1:56 pm
It was a great time, great location, and great people!

Great to meet you too! Maybe I'll run into you at Gretna sometime.

Andy

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Andrew, most appreciate your taking the time to share. as is often the case, I have a soft-spot for family's enjoying time together and find the photo of you and your dad to be the nicest photo posted. My dad is 92 and lives on the other side of the country plus isn't up to touring even for a day. ...

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For comparison, this estate is 75 acres bigger than Greenfield Village. Is there a ford where Fords can ford? Steve, great point on the acreage! It's a grand place. Yes there is a small always running stream "Hidden Creek" that affords you the chance to ford your Ford! I'll try to find a photo.

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