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I found a license plate for my 1916 Touring that I would like to mount on the front of the car. being there is no bumper, what is the best way to mount it?

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I found this steering wheel assembly in a bone yard, does anyone know what it will fit? What it is worth? Anyone interested in it? It has been outside in the weather for years, do not know how long. It is a little over 4' long and a 17" steering wheel and wires coming out the bottom. It is located n...

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I replaced the ratchet and pawl. I am 72 years old and was raised on a farm and learned how to and not to crank a tractor, but appreciate all the advise. I have to drive out the drive way in low because I have to pull a hill before it levels out. Should I put it in high while I am going up the drive...

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Thank you everyone! I unscrewed the clevis 3 turns on the right side and 4 turns on the left. Now the brake leaver is straight up and in free neutral and a couple more clicks back and the car locks up. Runs better now. next question. When I come to a hill and have to push the left peddle to make it ...

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Here is what I did and where I am now. I removed the clevis pins and moved the brake leaver all the way forward. I had to screw the clevises in, about 1 1/2" to hock the pins up again. When the brake leaver is straight up the hand brake is on firm, I cannot push the car. I move the brake leaver forw...

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I measured the rods to the end of the treads and it appears to be about 1 inch short. Please advise.

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I disconnected the brake rods & everything works, except the parking brakes. I replaced on both sides new brake cams, brake cam leavers, brake shoe springs (shoes looked OK to me). I cannot adjust the brake rod length any more, I am out of adjustment. If I connect the brake rods the hand brake will ...

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I do have the service manual. I disconnect the hand brake and to goes all the way forward and runs much better. What do you suggest now?

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I move the leaver forward and it is not touching the floorboard. I can push it an inch or 2 before it touches the board. I would say the clutch is slipping if I am not pushing on the leaver, ebrake. After it is warmed up I can put it in natural, straight up, crane the engine and the car does not mov...

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I have a 1916 Touring and trying to learn how to drive it. I have watched the videos but not much out there for these hills in PA. I can go in low & reverse OK, I am learning to adjust the throttle & timing, but when I move the Ebrake into high range it runs much better if I push the ebrake forward ...

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I would like to find someone close to inspect it for me. I contacted the closest T club twice, they are about an hour away, I guess everyone is busy.

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This is my 1st T. 1916 Touring. It was a rust bucket when I bought it, took it down to the frame, did not have to remove the engine, had good radiator, wheels & tires. Had to replace the king pins and a few other things while the body was off. Had to remove the hog head and replace some bands, would...

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What is the best polish to use for brass after cleaning with Flitz?

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I didn't know there was a high gloss tung oil. I used Minwax, it said to apply with a cloth. How do I fix this and get the high gloss? Can this oil be removed?

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Mine measures 37 x 17 I am sending it to the upholstery shop to do all the interior, mine should be close enough, what do you think?

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A spring came with my T, I want the measurements to see if it is the right one.

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I have a 1916 Touring with a brass radiator. Can someone give me the dimensions for my front cushion spring?

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I was able to purchase front & rear top springs, bottom springs for the rear, I still am looking for front bottom springs. TY.

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I decided to go with the Tong oil. With the brass radiator and my other brass parts I felt it would look better. I have a black steering wheel if I change my mind. I would like to find a brass bell for the horn. Thank you all for your opinions and input.

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I have sanded and wiped it clean with a damp cloth. What is the best way to finish my wooden steering wheel for my 1916 T?

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My 1916 Touring is in the paint shop about done. I want to purchase a new top and install it myself. Where is the best place to purchase it and get the instructions I need?

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Can anyone identify these parts? They feel like they are like a tin material. There are 5 of them. They came with my 1916 T Touring.

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Here are some pictures, I can get more. If you need more let me know what pictures you want.

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I bought a 1916 Touring and this set of springs came with it, they measure 37" x 17" they are too big for my 1916, appear to me to be in good condition to me, I would like to sell them or trade for a set that will fit the front seat of my T. I live in Indiana, PA.

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Took it apart and the 2 waffle shaped pieces are missing. Does anyone know where I can get parts for this horn?

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I cut a composite board 3/4 x 3/4 and bolted it starting in the center in the back, heated it with a hair dryer and it worked great. Thank you very much.

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I purchased the bows 4 from Langs for $99. They are more like a 60 or 70 degree angle instead of a 90 degree angle. The guy at Langs said I could cut them off and install them in the brackets and they should be OK. Seams to me like a lot of pressure on the mounting brackets. I did push down on them ...

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My wood tack strip for the back seat of my 1916 T Touring is bad and needs replaced. Has anyone used the plastic ones available for a fraction of the price? I am not worried about original, you will not see it anyway. do they bend in shape OK with a heat gun? Are they easy to tack to? Would you reco...

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This horn came in a box with my 1916 touring. It measures 6 1/2 " long and approx 4 1/2" diam. It is a Long Horn model T. The leaver pushes and pulls freely without making a sound. There are only 3 screws holding it together instead of 6. Is it repairable? Is it worth fixing, I did not get any horn ...

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I tore my 1916 Touring apart a year ago and I do not remember where this went or what it is, can someone help identify it?

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I purchased a 1916 Touring. It came with only 1 seat cushion. How do I know if it is for the front or back or will it fit either? Here is what Langs has to offer for the back rest for the front & rear: Seat Backrest Spring, Touring and Roadster Front Backrest Item Number: TS7028 Year: 1914-1916 $99....

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I forgot to say I want to paint the exhaust manifold.

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I want to paint my manifold on my 1916 T gloss black, does any know where you can get gloss black manifold paint?

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I painted the engine & exhaust with Rustoleum 500 degree engine paint waited about a week and started the 1916 T and it burnt the paint off the manifold exhaust and tail pipe. Is that normal or do I have a problem?

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When I cleaned and painted the frame of my 1916 Touring I removed the gas tank so I could paint that part of the frame and then painted the gas tank. When I put the gas tank back on I could not start the T. I figured out that I was not getting fuel. I must have stirred up the sediment in the gas tan...

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I am ready to start the body work on my 1916 Touring, there is a lot of surface rust on the inside and out. I would like to remove this support for the back seat so I can get at the rust better. Does it come out? Know of any videos?

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I think I called it by the wrong name, I think the bolt in the picture that is in the hole is the Tie rod bolt, this is the hole that is oblong, does this make any sense? How do I fix this?

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I recently purchased a 1916 Model T Touring, I can feel some play in the front when driving. The hole appears to be a little oblong, I think it is called the spindle arm bolt hole. I have attached a picture, any advise would be appreciated.

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thank you for the advise

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Are there some easy to follow instructions on how to remove & replace hub bearing cup?

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This is just what I needed,

thanks

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I pulled all 4 wheels on my 1916 Touring to inspect the componates. I found 2 bad wheel bearings in the front that need replaced and still looking at the front. As for the rear I noticed where the emergency brake rod connects to the rear, the part that connects to the brake shoe, is very loose, has ...

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I pulled all 4 wheels to inspect the componates. I found 2 bad wheel bearings in the front that need replaced and still looking at the front. As for the rear I noticed where the emergency brake rod connects to the rear, the part that connects to the brake shoe, is very loose, has a lot of play, what...

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I do have a friend that is handy working with wood, I am sure he will help me. The closest T club is about an hour away, I talked to them and they said they would try and come and look at my T in a few weeks. Thank you for the counsel, I am 71 years old but a rookie on the T's. I am open for any adv...

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This is what Lang"s offers for 1913-1917; Steam Bent Wood Bows, Touring top bows, 4 piece set, 52" inside dimension, 54" outside dimensions. Bows are 1-1/4" wide and 1" thick. Conventional steam bent oak top bows. You will have to shape the ends of these bows to fit into the ends of your oval socket...

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here are a couple pictures, let me know if you need anything else.

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My 2nd wooden bow is broken off at the 90 degree turn for the top on my 1916 Touring, it is the only one that is broken. How do I repair it?

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Jerry VanOoteghem wrote: ↑
Mon Apr 11, 2022 8:30 pm

speedytinc wrote: ↑
Mon Apr 11, 2022 1:57 pm
Non rux - 140 wt. This is what the rebuild manuals recommend.
He means, if you don't have a Ruckstell axle, use 140 wt. gear lube.

now I understand what Non Rux is, thank you

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Ned L wrote: ↑
Tue Apr 12, 2022 7:29 am
Lang’s sells 600 weight gear oil for a standard T rear end.

Considering the old lube can be like molasses in February how do you ‘suck’ it out?

I went to Harbor Freight and bought a Transfer hand pump for $6.99 it took a lot of pumping but I got it out.

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What oil should I put in the rear end in my 1916 Model T? I sucked out the old and am ready to add the new.

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Here is where I am now. At least it will usually start with about 2 cranks. If I let it warm up I can lower it to the ground and not hear a load on the engine. If the T is on the grass or gravel it will not creep forward, if it on concrete it will still creep forward even after taking it for a ride....

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Here is where I am now. When it is nice & hot, drove it another mile, I have free neutral, but I do not when it is cold. I have much more movement in the clutch release ring than I had before, but I do not know how much movement there should be. Should I drain the oil again and try kerosene? What wo...

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I have contacted 2 local Model T clubs, the one wants me to join 1st and the other has more vehicles in the '60's than the teens. I am 71 years old, most of the local old timers that know anything about the Model T are gone. Just trying to find someone willing to share advise. Thank you for the reply.

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6 Bolts and the body comes off, I forgot to say I have removed the body. How do I do this adjustment with the body removed?

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Last fall I purchased a 1916 Model T. My 1st experience with a Model T. It had been sitting for a long time. When I bought it we had to jack up one wheel to start it. We got it running then lowered the wheel down after it warmed up a little. It would back up fine but did not go forward very well. Af...

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Matt, I would be very interested in receiving the coil tester. I have talked to the local parts stores, tire dealers, Snapon dealer, I cannot find anyone local that knows anything about repairing a coil. I want to thank everyone that has replied and I will give a full review of my experience here on...

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When you say "buy the book" which book are you referring to?

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I just purchased a 1916 model T. With the purchase I received 8 buzz boxes, only 3 will buzz. I understand you can purchase new and rebuilt boxes, but I want to try and fix some of the ones I have. I watched many of the videos on YOUTUBE and learned a lot about a buzz box, but I have a lot to learn....

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1st thank you for all the info so far. I rebolted the rear end, drained the engine oil. Let me give you a little more info. When I bought my T the owner jacked up the rear and had to crank a while but it started. I knew nothing about a T but what he told me, here is what he said. He said someone put...

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George, I can start and operate the T if I move the hand brake completely forward and jack up the rear end. Of course the rear end turns as I am cranking. If I let it idle for a while, about 5 minutes, I can let it down and it will sit there but you can still tell it is under a little load sitting o...

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I have a 1916 Model T and I would need to remove the transmission so I can clean it, it will not go into natural when the hand brake is straight up. I have already replaced the bad transmission bands and adjusted them. I can find help on how to tear apart the transmission but cannot find anything on...

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I recently purchased a 1916 Model T Touring, Here is my problem, question, I have to jack up the rear to start it or it will move when I crank it. I am told the hand brake is to be in the center position to be in neutral. It cranks much easier when the hand brake is completely forward. If I let it r...

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