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by mortier
Tue Mar 12, 2024 7:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How to buy an Antique Car
Replies: 9
Views: 882

Re: How to buy an Antique Car

I met Herb Singe many times over the years. Both he and his son Herb Jr. (both now gone) were active in the car hobby, and often toured. They rarely sold anything, and often invited groups to tour their collection of cars, automobilia and odd mechanical things. He began when stuff was cheap, but he ...
by mortier
Tue Mar 05, 2024 5:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Russ Potters Passing and Arrangements
Replies: 36
Views: 2234

Re: Russ Potters Passing and Arrangements

Russ, I just put your rebuilt Holley NH in my Model T Roadster. You and Potter's Piston Parlor will be missed!

Phil Jamison
by mortier
Sun Mar 03, 2024 4:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Radiator Elbow Sealant
Replies: 3
Views: 242

Radiator Elbow Sealant

My 1915 T has, I believe, a repro brass radiator and the lower coolant elbow is quite rusted. I see no holes, but looks like it's dripped slowly for years. Also, the female threads for the drain valve are too rusted to replace the valve. Any ideas for a sealant I might use? I was thinking of POR15 f...
by mortier
Tue Feb 27, 2024 12:19 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Vehicles
Topic: FS 1915 Roadster
Replies: 15
Views: 4502

Re: FS 1915 Roadster

Car is SOLD.
by mortier
Sat Feb 24, 2024 11:25 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: La Testaphone Musical Bulb Horn
Replies: 0
Views: 395

La Testaphone Musical Bulb Horn

Here is a nickel-plated, 5-note "La Testaphone" musical horn from France. These were sold as car accessories, and had various numbers of horns. A cylinder with holes directs the air to play a tune. This one is not working (no bulb), but looks complete. All the horns have reeds, and the cylinder look...
by mortier
Sat Feb 24, 2024 6:34 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: AC Brake Parts SOLD
Replies: 0
Views: 283

AC Brake Parts SOLD

(SOLD)

AC Brake Parts. See photo. $25 + postage.

Phil Jamison
West Chester, PA 19382

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by mortier
Mon Feb 12, 2024 7:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: bands
Replies: 8
Views: 697

Re: bands

I wouldn't mind learning your procedure to replace the hogshead, Stu.
by mortier
Mon Feb 12, 2024 7:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Any advice on brush painting a T?
Replies: 28
Views: 1710

Re: Any advice on brush painting a T?

An interesting option is Yacht paint. This is a high-quality enamel which is designed to be applied with a sponge roller and "tipped" (lightly stroked one time) with a good-quality brush. There are several nice YouTube videos on the process. I get paint from Jamestown Distributors; they have a nice ...
by mortier
Tue Feb 06, 2024 11:23 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Transmission Band Substitution?
Replies: 3
Views: 312

Re: Transmission Band Substitution?

I got these wood-lined bands from Mr. Guinn years ago, and wondered if they might fit my 1915 transmission.
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by mortier
Tue Feb 06, 2024 10:59 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Transmission Band Substitution?
Replies: 3
Views: 312

Transmission Band Substitution?

(I have a 1915 T)

Can the earlier transmission bands be replaced by the later 2-part bands?
by mortier
Wed Jan 31, 2024 3:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Varnish Transfer Decals
Replies: 18
Views: 1026

Re: Varnish Transfer Decals

Waterslide and varnish decals are different. The former is easier to apply, but does spoil in storage, so you should use it quickly. The varnish type seem to last forever. I bought some 90-year-old varnish decals which were in good shape. I'm a piano technician, and have applied many to key-covers (...
by mortier
Mon Jul 31, 2023 8:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Backup Camera
Replies: 17
Views: 994

Re: Backup Camera

I just installed a back-up camera on my trailer. I got it from Tadi Brothers. You can look them up on the internet. It might come in handy backing up a T with the top up and a tiny rear window.
by mortier
Sat Jun 10, 2023 7:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: WIRELESS BICYCLE TURN SIGNALS
Replies: 22
Views: 2109

Re: WIRELESS BICYCLE TURN SIGNALS

I bought a similar set on eBay (search "wireless turn signals") and they work fine. You just have to remember to shut it off after you finish the turn.
by mortier
Thu Jun 01, 2023 8:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Model T in Manhattan
Replies: 0
Views: 477

Model T in Manhattan

Spotted this T speedster parked in front of the Kimberly Hotel on W. 50th St. in Manhattan. We stayed in this block several times over the past few months, and the car (and lamps) never seemed to be bothered. Every night, they put a cover over it.

Phil
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by mortier
Fri May 26, 2023 4:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Stutzman's
Replies: 17
Views: 2350

Re: Stutzman's

The Amish are not completely uniform in practice. Many Amish use cell phones, and many use telephones and answering machines... just not in the home. They often have a little "out house" that has the phone in it. The local Bishop determines what modern things can be used. The Amish ride in automobil...
by mortier
Mon Mar 06, 2023 6:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Propane for Lamps?
Replies: 4
Views: 830

Propane for Lamps?

I saw a posting on another forum about using propane for lamps. The guy said he got a bright light on his 1913 Metz lamps, and posted a photo. I looked it up, and propane burns at a lower temperature than acetylene (2800f vs 3100f). Propane tanks are easier to find (any hardware store). Any comments...
by mortier
Sat Feb 18, 2023 5:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Edison's touring car
Replies: 30
Views: 2703

Re: Edison's touring car

As we know, Henry's wife Clara drove a Detroit Electric.

I wonder how many miles Edison put on that Model T Touring.
by mortier
Tue Dec 20, 2022 6:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: We don't know unless they tell us.
Replies: 3
Views: 782

Re: We don't know unless they tell us.

One guy followed my T home and gave me a thick book from 1916: "Automobile Design and Repair" by Page. He must've had it in his car. Great book. Said he thought I was the perfect person to have it!

Phil
by mortier
Mon Jul 04, 2022 8:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: French concentration of model T on YouTube
Replies: 3
Views: 865

Re: French concentration of model T on YouTube

My wife & I were driving a country road in central France and came upon a Model T touring puttering ahead of us. We followed it to a chateau where they were having a car show. The T driver told us his car was assembled in the French Ford factory (Marseilles?) and promptly poured us a kir (white wine...
by mortier
Tue Apr 12, 2022 7:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Stan Howe auction of parts of collections
Replies: 10
Views: 3818

Re: Stan Howe auction of parts of collections

Slim chance, but if anyone gets finds this in Stan's collection, I'd be interested. It's the needle valve and needle from the small Zenith carb on my 1921 Peugeot. I sent them to Stan a few months before he passed, but the family never found them. Needle is about 2.5" long. Might have my name on the...
by mortier
Fri Feb 25, 2022 9:00 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: I.D. This Ford Bolt
Replies: 4
Views: 1323

Re: I.D. This Ford Bolt

Thanks! Any idea when it dates from?
by mortier
Fri Feb 25, 2022 7:17 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: I.D. This Ford Bolt
Replies: 4
Views: 1323

I.D. This Ford Bolt

My friend found this bolt and wonders what it is. He calls it a bull-nose bolt. It is 1", 5/16-24 with 1/4" nose. Any ideas?

Phil
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by mortier
Thu Dec 02, 2021 7:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Tolerances Before Plastigage
Replies: 21
Views: 2567

Re: Tolerances Before Plastigage

Thanks for the tips. I cheated: This is actually for 2 driveshaft babbitt bearings on a 1909 Buick. I must set the clearances while on my back under the car.
by mortier
Wed Dec 01, 2021 6:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Tolerances Before Plastigage
Replies: 21
Views: 2567

Tolerances Before Plastigage

How did the old-timers set bearing tolerances before aids like Plastigage?
by mortier
Sat May 22, 2021 9:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Stan Howe RIP
Replies: 95
Views: 13438

Re: Stan Howe RIP

Stan was a font of information and also a nice guy. He rebuilt an original Breeze carb for my Model 20 Hupmobile and, reluctantly, took on restoring an aluminum Waltham carburetor for my Metz. In fact, I was about to send him my 6th annual email about this carb, on which he claimed to have "45 minut...
by mortier
Sun Apr 11, 2021 11:02 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Cleaning brass parts
Replies: 16
Views: 3044

Re: Cleaning brass parts

I posted these two short videos. Catsup, a treatment I'd heard about, wasn't very useful. The poultice I tested, however, did a nice job of removing heavy oxidation. Followed up with buffing, the part polished up nicely.

Phil

https://youtu.be/qQl-_qmuyeU
https://youtu.be/U-MkqJdPNDc
by mortier
Fri Mar 26, 2021 6:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Transmission Band Metal
Replies: 1
Views: 879

Transmission Band Metal

What metal was used for the transmission bands? Was it just mild steel, spring steel, or ...?

Phil
by mortier
Sat Feb 13, 2021 12:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Carburetor to manifold gasket material
Replies: 18
Views: 3089

Carburetor to manifold gasket material

Is there a preferred material to use for the carburetor-to-manifold gasket? I have 1/16" gray gasket material.

Phil
by mortier
Sun Dec 06, 2020 4:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Vintage Weaver Tire Changer
Replies: 15
Views: 3450

Re: Vintage Weaver Tire Changer

Thank you all for the great comments. Now I will pursue to learn the proper operation. I have removed a couple of tires from clincher rims and split rims. Not sure if it was the proper way or not but was a lot easier than removing them with the wheel on the floor. I've had one of these for several ...
by mortier
Fri Dec 04, 2020 2:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Vintage Weaver Tire Changer
Replies: 15
Views: 3450

Re: Vintage Weaver Tire Changer

I'd be interested to know how it is used. Could you make a video? I can find no instructions for this tool.

Phil
by mortier
Fri Nov 13, 2020 7:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: HELP It runs for about a mile and dies(Frontenac Touring head worth)
Replies: 32
Views: 4755

Re: HELP It runs for about a mile and dies

I had a similar problem. The fuel valve wasn't fully on and the carb starved for gas. If you bowl has a drain, you could check to see if it's full.
by mortier
Mon Sep 14, 2020 8:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Holley / Waltham carbs
Replies: 6
Views: 1858

Re: Holley / Waltham carbs

According to Franklin Tucker's 1967 article in Antique Automobile : "[In] 1916, the officials from the Metz Company obtained control of the American Watch Tool Company and in addition to the regular lines, parts for motor cars were made; horns, carburetors, etc. This is where the erroneous rumor aro...
by mortier
Wed Jul 01, 2020 1:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Weaver Model E Tire machine
Replies: 5
Views: 2763

Re: Weaver Model E Tire machine

My spring measures 8" long total, made of two straight pieces with round bends at each end. The coiled part (22 coils) is 2.75". The spring steel is .108"D. The top part (straight with a hook) is 3.5" long. The hooks are face opposite directions. Attached is a sketch.

Phil
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by mortier
Sun Jun 07, 2020 8:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Looking for contacts' Buick and Star
Replies: 3
Views: 2038

Re: Looking for contacts' Buick and Star

The Buick Club of America is quite active. They have a Pre-War Division, also.

www.buickprewar.org
by mortier
Mon Jun 01, 2020 9:13 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: WANTED: 25.5" Rim Spreader
Replies: 5
Views: 2155

Re: WANTED: 25.5" Rim Spreader

Message sent.

Phil
by mortier
Mon Jun 01, 2020 7:16 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: WANTED: 25.5" Rim Spreader
Replies: 5
Views: 2155

Re: WANTED: 25.5" Rim Spreader

Thanks. Here is a photo of two Pacific Rim Tool spreaders. I think the small one fits the T. The larger one will do the 25.5" rims. No model number on it. I'm sure many others made them, also.

Phil
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by mortier
Mon Jun 01, 2020 5:00 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: WANTED: 25.5" Rim Spreader
Replies: 5
Views: 2155

WANTED: 25.5" Rim Spreader

Seeking a larger-size rim spreader that will fit 25-1/2" O.D. rims.

Phil Jamison
West Chester, PA
by mortier
Fri May 08, 2020 7:37 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: New Speedometer Cable Repair
Replies: 7
Views: 2923

Re: New Speedometer Cable Repair

I would fill the hole with solder, unless it is now just out of site below the rim. It's full of solder. The black is just some carbon powder around the cable. I pulled on it, and it seems tight. I now must figure how to install the other connector so the length is correct for the cable housing. It...
by mortier
Thu May 07, 2020 3:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: New Speedometer Cable Repair
Replies: 7
Views: 2923

Re: New Speedometer Cable Repair

I followed Mark's advice and drilled out the fitting and silver-soldered the cable inside. I'm not sure if I got the correct end in there, but it seems to be solid.

Phil
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by mortier
Wed May 06, 2020 10:45 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: New Speedometer Cable Repair
Replies: 7
Views: 2923

Re: New Speedometer Cable Repair

I don't know what was wrong with the orignal chain. The new cable was there when I got the car. Perhaps they brazed the cable on a bit crooked and it eventually broke. Langs sold an adapter (photo below), but they no longer have it. That looks better than brazing.

Phil
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by mortier
Wed May 06, 2020 8:16 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: New Speedometer Cable Repair
Replies: 7
Views: 2923

New Speedometer Cable Repair

My Stewart speedometer "chain" cable was replaced with a steel cable. The speedo end was brazed on, and broke off there. Does anyone know if this end was hollow or had a hole in it for brazing the cable? I had no luck finding new fittings as Langs is out of stock and no other dealers I found sell th...
by mortier
Sun Dec 01, 2019 7:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Ford trimotor sign
Replies: 34
Views: 9071

Re: Ford trimotor sign

The old enameled porcelain signs were produced by applying colored glass powders to a steel sheet and then melting the glass onto the steel in an oven; the same way enamel jewelry is made. The early license plates were also made this way. Is anyone making signs like that today?
by mortier
Sat Nov 02, 2019 10:47 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Model T Ground Strap
Replies: 0
Views: 1329

Model T Ground Strap

A repro Model T battery grounding strap. Original style copper.
$10 includes postage to 48 states.

Phil
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by mortier
Sat Nov 02, 2019 10:45 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Starting Crank Ratchet
Replies: 0
Views: 1255

Starting Crank Ratchet

A Model T starting crank ratchet which I think is an original. Anyway, it's in good condition
Price $15 includes postage to 48 States.

Phil
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by mortier
Tue Jun 04, 2019 7:32 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: New Ford Movie
Replies: 3
Views: 2690

New Ford Movie

Looks like a fun movie:

https://youtu.be/FkUEjI2dB7g
by mortier
Thu Mar 28, 2019 4:59 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: A Toast to A Restored Engine!
Replies: 3
Views: 2796

A Toast to A Restored Engine!

Got this video from the Willys Overland Forum. Some Polish car guys share a unique toast to their newly-restored Overland Model 90 engine:

https://youtu.be/wamjRPRBbJ0
by mortier
Sun Mar 24, 2019 7:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Valve Spring Seat Diameter
Replies: 5
Views: 3269

Re: Valve Spring Seat Diameter

Thanks. I'm hoping it will fit my 1915 Overland.

Phil
by mortier
Sun Mar 24, 2019 12:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Valve Spring Seat Diameter
Replies: 5
Views: 3269

Valve Spring Seat Diameter

Could some tell me the Model T Valve Spring Seat diameter?

Phil
by mortier
Sat Feb 16, 2019 11:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: OT: Radiator Badge Attachment
Replies: 11
Views: 5249

Re: OT: Radiator Badge Attachment

Does J-B Weld stick to nickel plating?
by mortier
Sat Feb 16, 2019 5:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: OT: Radiator Badge Attachment
Replies: 11
Views: 5249

Re: OT: Radiator Badge Attachment

I used a torch to remove the emblem on a similar spare radiator shell and the neck fell right off. I was thinking, for re-attaching the emblem, to position a piece of solder beneath it, then holding the iron underneath.

Phil
by mortier
Sat Feb 16, 2019 2:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: OT: Radiator Badge Attachment
Replies: 11
Views: 5249

OT: Radiator Badge Attachment

The radiator badge on my 1924 Citroen is soldered in place and must be removed to nickel plate the shell. I'm afraid to re-solder the restored badge on the re-plated shell. Any suggestions? A badge restoration guy says to use silicone adhesive.

Phil
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by mortier
Mon Feb 11, 2019 10:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: White tires
Replies: 23
Views: 8306

Re: White tires

I don't see the Australian Tautflex paint in the USA, but there is 'vinyl paint" such as this one: https://www.amazon.com/ColorBond-Cream-Leather-Plastic-Refinisher/dp/B00K77FAEM?psc=1&SubscriptionId=AKIAILSHYYTFIVPWUY6Q&tag=duckduckgo-d-20&linkCode=xm2&camp=2025&creative=165953&creativeASIN=B00K77F...
by mortier
Fri Jan 25, 2019 9:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Revisiting some fabrication
Replies: 165
Views: 51418

Re: Revisiting some fabrication

I have a pair of E&J side lamps missing their burners. Let me know if you make any extra!

Phil
by mortier
Thu Jan 24, 2019 7:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: OT Stan & Ollie
Replies: 11
Views: 5724

Re: OT Stan & Ollie

Saw it last Sunday in PA. A lovely film. I got a little teary.

Phil