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Rich P. Bingham wrote: ↑
Sun Nov 30, 2025 8:50 pm
Do the repro “spuds” even have a screen over the outlet fitting ? Replacement lead washers are a problem too !

Yes, and I don't know how they make any money on it.

Chaffin has the lead washers.

Original Smith wrote: ↑
Sun Nov 30, 2025 3:42 pm
If the repro sediment bulbs are so good, why don't they offer the part with the screen in it to us>

I would imagine the same reason RM brake springs are only sold in sets.

The bolts supply the ground. Jamb a star washer under the heads. Don' t reuse star washers though.

Your old positive terminal on top might be whacko as well.

Has anyone ever set up a pointer/ mark on a T motor for TDC? Just asking, since I use a Bosch front plate.

I'll take that Mark.

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Kevin. What spark plugs did you use? Just curious.

I'll know soon enough about it. Maynard will be all over it. He's done Motorcycle heads forever.

I'll take those please.

There ya go.

BE_ZERO_BE wrote: ↑
Mon Nov 24, 2025 5:54 pm
I have used both Sherman and Z heads.
I would give a slight edge to the Sherman head on performance.
I had to use the hottest plugs I could find to keep them from fouling.

Thank you. That's good to know.

I just horse traded for this head. What's the good, bad, or ugly about it?
What 14mm plug would you try first?
I have a low head on the car now, but would like a little more " thump."
I also have a Z head , but leaning this way.

TXGOAT2 wrote: ↑
Mon Nov 24, 2025 12:14 pm
Henry would be proud!

Henry would sue him.

Got jumper cables? Clamp ground on battery to starter mounting bolt, and try again.
Same? Then clamp the other cable on batt pos and hit the starter terminal.
You'll find the issue pretty quick.

Can't beat that with a sharp stick. I'll order a set tomorrow. Jeff

It takes 10 minutes to remove the mats and floorboards , and reinstall them after

Changing bands in a finished car is the best selling point for Kevlar. At 6'3", its just flat horrible.

rickd: Thanks. I'm still trying to find someone who has installed Rootlieb rear fender and been able to connect to apron with a bracket. The fenders seem to curve back away from the apron where to "V" point is about an inch away from the apron. The successful assemblies in this thread are with orig...

plonkarchivist wrote: ↑
Wed Jan 31, 2024 11:41 pm
You might have to bend the end slightly for the ear to snap over the post under tension, similar to what is done with later demountable band ear tabs onto the band.

That's your first post here?

Moxie26 wrote: ↑
Wed Nov 19, 2025 2:11 pm
Your phone is adjustable, just go to settings and put in your preference.

It looks like this.

My old friend turns 90 today. Happy birthday Glen.

Sold to John

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This would tie into the Railroading crowd.

3m weatherstrip adhesive works as well. Glue them on and wait a day. The gap is down as stated.

Take it off and lay it on a flat floor. You'll see it.

Flea Bay is a crap shoot. People that don't know what they have can be a bargain.

Some people see Model T and think its worth 10000% of what it is.

Soak them in oil a few days. They will work just fine. Look real deal to me.

Sold to Kevin.

I used a reversed eye on the main leaf. I have long forgot who did it. Drops the car maybe 1-2" in back.

Works just fine.

Yes, it clicks. I will test it tomorrow per request.

It would do better at Scottsdale.

Bump to the top

Bump to the top

I would install 4 spacers to leave an air gap underneath.

The pan MUST be straight.

The bearing needs to be dialed in when the engine is on a stand VERTICAL.

Cranks break when these two important steps are skipped.

The water outlet gasket does not see pressure. Any decent gasket is fine.

I belong to many car forums, and even moderated one. These survive on sponsors, and one is sole owner. If i may suggest, keep the forum a separate entity. Make it pay for itself. Solicite Ford for a sponsorship, or perhaps a grant. Good publicity for USA 250th birthday. Tax deductible. Stress that w...

If it ain't broken.......

Caveat emptor.

If you want to promote this seemingly dying hobby, making it a members only club will finish it off. My 2 cents.

RajoRacer wrote: ↑
Sat Oct 25, 2025 11:45 am
I've found that the handles are not interchangeable.

Yes sir.

Nice looking P/U.

20251026_110102.jpg 20251026_110048.jpg Allow me to clarify. The taper of the shut off from an iron unit is about 6-7*, using trig since we don't have an optical comparator. The brass unit pictured has a stronger angle, more like 10*. I was going to rebuild it, paint it black, but I have the incorr...

Restoration supply should have those.

TRDxB2 wrote: ↑
Thu Oct 23, 2025 12:53 am
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That's the rare one.

Click on photo. Hit edit. Resize to 80 %. It will load.

The brass units appear to have a stronger angle.

Original Smith wrote: ↑
Fri Oct 24, 2025 3:12 pm
Are you sure it's called a housing? I thought it was a cover?

You should do your homework.

Looking for a nice slant windshield outside mirror. Period accessory. Black or nickel or both. Beveled glass a plus.

I saw it today. Took the same pictures. It's a beauty Mark.

What is the part # of that seal?

I usually assemble with the springs nearly fully compressed. The thought being, that if the wishbone gets yanked forward, the springs will not be able to further compress enough to allow the ball to come out of the socket. You only need to see that happen once in order to guard against it. Agreed. ...

Yellow it is.

KWTownsend wrote: ↑
Mon Oct 20, 2025 12:21 am
How do you measure ring gap?
Put the rings in the cylinder one at a time and check where the ends meet with a feeler gauge?

Yes. Use an upside down piston to ensure it is square in the bore.

I love the yellow wire nut in the engine bay.

Hastings website shows only standard in stock. 8 sets.

Grant is 2 miles from my house, so them.

Reply sent.

I was just posting that. Lol

Ships flat. $40 shipped to lower 48

PayPal or check is fine.

Email via forum

6 volt?....

One rubber stem 30 x 3 1/2 tube for sale.

$20 + $17 shipping.

PayPal or check.

Email via forum.

For Sale, Startometer SB. Still works.

$45 shipped. PayPal or check is fine.

Email via forum.

3 pieces. $75 includes shipping to lower 48.

PayPal or Check/ MO is fine.

Contact email via forum.

Eric wins. I saw the wrong section after posting. More coffee cured that.

Very nice car.

I have a brass one here. When the shut off lever is open, it only exposes half the port. Are the tapered arms on the brass units different than the iron units?
Also, does anyone know if the taper is 6* or 7*?

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Will wrote: ↑
Tue Oct 14, 2025 8:51 am
Would anyone have a 26/27 fuel cap laying around. I guess I missed placed it. I cant find it anywhere.

It's on top of a pump somewhere.

$25 shipped. I hate to trash it.

Last bump...

That would be a real nightmare here. Let alone in Belgium.

I'd rather have a used Ford unit. They really don't wear out.

At this length, yes. It's 6 inches.

Cotter pins are available in steel, stainless steel, brass, and aluminum.

DanTreace wrote: ↑
Mon Oct 13, 2025 9:53 am

henryford2 wrote: ↑
Mon Oct 13, 2025 9:19 am
what is the value if a "woven" battery ground cable?

Once read that electrical theory held the negative electrons flowed ‘over the connector surfaces’ , if true, then a wide woven strap would assist!

The " skin effect" applies to alternating current only.

Thermocure works great. Add to rad and drive awhile. Leave it in all winter if you wish.

Your yellow sealant was gasgacinch or yellow 3m weatherstrip adhesive, aka gorilla snot.

For that plate I had greatluck with Permatex #2.

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1/0 is fine for 6' of cable.

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This is what most Jaguar guys use. Works very well.

Sold to Charlie

Sold to Mike.

Bump one last time.

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Measured....

William was first. Sold.

.967 across teeth.
.937 at cover.
.434 at pilot shaft.

I'll check tomorrow. What is standard diameter?

Wow. Those are rather large.

Done well enough all the parts fit each other. I was impressed.

I bought a repop latch from Chaffin. ( On the left). Extremely well done, and only $30. A deal.

The handle was incorrect, so I installed the new guts in the old case. Works perfect.

Last bump.

One last bump.

One bump then trash can.

Sold to Terry. Thank you.

Andre, when you removed the magneto, did you install some paddles for oil?
I used 4) 90* apart. Short pieces of 1" angle about 3" long. Been a long time. Vendors have them if you want to see a picture.

Andre, if you ditch the magneto, retap the ring gear 1/4"-20, and use bolts and lockwashers all the way around the gear, short enough to be flush on the drive side.

You want this style. I " believe" it was called the Boyco Junior set.

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