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Catbird

I am the one making the LED kits . new brighter bulbs have been found Langs should have them in stock now. If you would like the new bulbs please get a hold of me . Old bulbs were 2w equal to 20watt halogen bulb. The new bulbs are 5w equal to 50w halogen . Plus the LED bulbs draw a lot less amps, a...

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Same Marmon Trucks!

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Our 1913 Marmon 48B Speedster. 145" wheelbase 9.3 Liters. Ground thumper. Same engine that propelled the Marmon Wasp to win the first indanapolis 500! Our 1927 Speedster Model T. I already had the Marmon and saw the Model t, no history on it, but someone really loved it. Came with a wonderful traile...

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Make sure you run wires and fuses that are heavy enough to handle the load of these bulbs. After they are properly set up and adjusted they work well and very few people can even tell you have bulbs in your headlights. Last October I drove my Model T to work and had to go out to a client location a...

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We have the brass headlights and do not have anything that supports acetylene. No plumbing. No generator.

We do have a 12v system. I want the ease of having electric lighting. My headlights, sidelights and tail lights are repops.

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LED Light lamp to replace carbide headlight? I would like to install LED lamp in a carbide headlight. Where can I find bright ones? Here is a picture from Lang to show what I want. These sold by Lang are too dim according to their description. Looking for something brighter. [EDITED] I did not mean ...

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Steve, I am joking!

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Since Ford made Model T engines until 1941. So if I stuck one of these in a Model T frame, I could have a 1941 Model T!

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It seems like most Model Ts have been upgraded over the almost over 100 years since 1908 and 1927. Certainly engine numbers showing blocks that have been added or upgraded and made by Ford up until 1941 are not an indicator.

What does define a year?

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I just received a 1913 Speedster. Seems to be an incredible build, everything looks new, but zero documentation - I will be asking a lot of questions. I am mostly an old car guy, Packard, Pierce, Thomas, Napier, Cadillac. I recognize that Model T, I have several. It is a very tough car, but unique i...

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Norman, I like your answer. Trying to find part date. I have an engine block number 593659. Seems it is a 1914. But another person said it is a 1915. The seller put a really pretty number on the radiator, saying 1913. But it seems like those years seem very similar (I think). Most part of tinkering ...

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Thanks for all your replies. If you can't find it, I am giving up! No big deal.

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There are a lot of old threads about a multitude of Model T Brakes. I have looked at Rocky Mountain Brakes $869 and seems there are problems backing up. Of course drum brakes in the rain are about useless. But maybe better than the original "prayer" brakes. What else is out there? I am much less tha...

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Title/Registration is in dealer's name. He had it for two years as his personal car. I do have a title number. Can I use this to search back?

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Fatman wheel was also called a "Ladies Wheel." Can you imagine getting into a car with a hoop skirt?

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Bob Shirley Atlanta tx, What about the front axle? I am trying to find the original owner/builder. The dealer does not know. I think he got it from another dealer. Who knows what goes on inside the engine. There will be telltale cluse once I get it. My other speedster (1927) owner died and did not l...

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Thank you for your opinions. I am still waiting delivery. I suspected it is not a true 1913 Ford, but a representation of a 1913 Speedster, and very well done. The dealer I am buying it from may not be a true Model T expert. Neither than me. But the car has a certain naïve charm. A large amount of m...

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Yes, Steve, it also has a Ruckstell.

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Additional pics

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Excited about purchased a 1913 Speedster with some exciting upgrades! It is in transport to me. But the online dealer has no knowledge of parts worked into it except 5 McClaren wheels (new) KC Warford (new) Brass Livingston Vee Radiator Large brakes Alternator E&J headlights (converted LED) Electric...

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Tim Williams. If you could find any other info I would be very pleased to know!

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I have back problems and was hoping for a simple, quick answer. HOWEVER as most of you agree, I will remove the Bendix first, Thank you for your help.

Catbird

The simple fact REMAINS that if you attempt to remove the starter before you remove the bendix you will NOT succeed since the bendix will hit the magneto winding and you will not be able to pry it or shove it or hammer it to get it out. You MUST remove the bendix cover (4 screws) and then remove th...

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Thank you. Will pull the Bendix first. Looks like no big deal. I have back trouble getting in there. Will get help and do this right.

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Saw a video removing a starter from a car with magneto. They removed the Bendix first and then the starter. They said you should remove the Bendix before removing the starter in a car with a magneto. My car came with an Atwater Kent distributor. Would I be safe to just remove the complete starter fr...

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Does it make sense to not have Christ in Christmas?

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Thank you, Tim Rogers. Opened your post while my wife brought my coffee this morning! She also likes cars. I asked her could she see the difference between Model T and Model A crankshaft. She immediately saw the difference! She said, "The Model A looks 'newer.' "

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Good info! Will check into my engine.

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I have heard about people installing a Model A crankshaft in a Model T. What are the advantages? Also, how can I tell if my 1927 Model T speedster has a Model A crank from past owners?

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I pulled the head on my 1926 engine. Noticed that the old head gasket blocks the water passage between the 2 and 3 cylinders.

Do I have the wrong gasket for my engine? See picture. I have a new HG, but still blocks the water. Should I make an opening so the water should go through?

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I have a '26 with a Canadian engine. I pulled the head. I would like to have it milled.

I would like that! However if it is already milled, I be making a problem.

I carefully cleaned and there are no markings, stamping, that would indicate. Any other way to find out?

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Share some answers to my original question. Drained the oil. Then pulled the filter (There is a bolt on top that drops the filter housing). It was seriously clogged with crud. Cleaned the housing inside and out. Filled the housing with fresh oil, then added fresh oil Non-Detergent to the engine. Pul...

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Excellent responses. Thanks! I can pull the hogshead and the drip tray. Drain the oil and filter. The idea of pulling the mag post and see what's there resonates to me. At least I can see the setup of the oil pressure system. Somehow there is some kind of prime the pump. There is no hand pump. But, ...

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Apologizing for reading the responses because I forgot to click the respond with email

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Recently acquired a Model T Speedster. It has an aftermarket oil pressure system. Don't have a clue about the Builder.

I started it and zero oil pressure to the gauge. Oil is as supposed to be, upper petcock. The pump and filter are above the Model T "sump" could it needed to be primed?

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Working on a 1927 T Speedster. Just bought it and going through it. I know little about the electrical system. It did have a 12v negative ground battery. 12v bulbs are working, 12v coil that came with it. The car was a positive ground and I changed it to negative ground so that the Pertronix would b...

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Thinking of upgrading my 1927 Speedster 12v system with an alternator. Gear or belt? Are the gear driven get necessary cooling?

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Rusty, wish I could find more about him. Had to be the same car.

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Yes, the rotor is turning. Finally got the parts from Texas T. I had two day express and it was held up by UPS. I like Texas T! I have replaced the plugs, plug wires, coil 12v, and it gave a bark like it was trying. I found the fuel pump has a separate switch. But, now, the braided line coming down ...

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Still wondering who restored the Model T Speedster. It has some fine enhancements. All wiring terminals are soldered. Wiring is neatly bundled. A lot of love and care has been done. I really wonder what was done to the engine? Do I have a high compression head? Balanced crank? If the 'outside' looks...

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1913 Marmon Speedster 48B. 9.3 liters. Burgundy undercarriage like the Model T. Burgundy bucket seats. Front fenders. Big Brother

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Thank you John.

I have several Model Ts, but what really attracted me to this speedster is that it looks like (If you squint) it resembles my 1913 Marmon Speedster 48B. Not sure if I should post the Marmon in a Model T forum? Will do so if OK.

Catbird

Just acquired a 1927 Speedster. The previous seller bought it on eBay, five or six years ago, and all he could remember was that it came from California and had been "renewed" in the 1990s. It has a custom trailer with tandem axles. I am looking for any information about it? Who owned it? What upgra...

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Just purchased a 1927 Speedster with an oil pressure system. I have a few Model Ts, but my first with this system. When I open the upper petcock a quantity of oil pours out. I notice that the oil filter in my car is higher than the petcock. Is there any difference in checking oil level than a T that...

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