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IMG_3232.jpeg I used a turnbuckle to collapse mine. Used Harbor Freight tire irons. Soapy water. To spread the rims again after changing the tube I used a hydraulic Jack and 2x traced to the inner diameter. Hardest part was keeping the valve perpendicular to the rim. Had to adjust it several times ...

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Got my rebuilt engine and transmission back in thanks to good friends.

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Sent you a private message.

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Manny you may want to post this on the classified section.

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Mike will you be at Luray and will,you have timers?

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Adam wrote: ↑
Sun Apr 27, 2025 8:31 pm
You don’t have to order oil. It’s 85w140 and every place has it.

Thanks Adam.

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Thanks. That’s what I was thinking of using from using the search function.

speedytinc wrote: ↑
Sun Apr 27, 2025 9:11 pm
Do some research on what to use. I restored one & used 600 wt model a lube. Ran quiet & shifted well.

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Thanks Dan. I found that post also when using search function but it didn’t state quantity for the aluminum case. I assume it’s similar and get a quart. Here is older forum post on quantity: By Mark Gregush Portland Oregon on Sunday, August 06, 2017 - 06:47 pm: Warford original 2 or 3 speed aluminum...

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Looking to change the oil in the Warford transmission. This is an older aluminum unit. Does anyone know the capacity so I know how much to order?
Thanks

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mbowen wrote: ↑
Wed Feb 05, 2025 11:27 am

RajoRacer wrote: ↑
Tue Feb 04, 2025 1:29 pm
I have my E-Trak located in the tire/wheel tracking & use wheel nets.
Same here.

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Do you know where you purchased these?

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Here is a picture of two on the left for a 26/27. I just bought the one on the left from Jim Golden on the site.

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There is one for sale on Long Island. It is owned by the Bayshore fire department and was gifted to them by the Engermann family (baked goods). It is on FB on the Long Island Model T Club page. PM me if you can’t find it. The fire department member in charge of selling it is a club member who will b...

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Bob do you have a driven plate for a 1926?
Jim

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I've been researching and looking at old threads to find the right enclosed trailer for me. I've seen some pictures of V nose trailers that have only a slight V and some that have a deep V affording more space. Looking to see if anyone knows manufacturers that are producing the deeper nose. I was co...

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Had the same thing Val. Got emails from you about Amazon.

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I was told Russ Lideker (spelling?)in Texas I believe does this. You may want to try and contact him. I know 2 people who did he did engines for. I believe the rear flange is welded back on but personally I have no experience. Just what was told to me. I believe you also have to dimple the pan sligh...

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George House wrote: ↑
Fri Jan 24, 2025 4:49 pm

Want a photo of TSC winch fastened to trailer that cost $24 ?

I have a good understanding from your previous post, but when you get a chance a picture would be appreciated. Thanks.

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Currently I have a 26 Roadster pickup. My thought was to go 8 or 8.5 wide by 16 or 18. From what I’ve read on sites most people don’t see a difference in coffin style vs. vee nosed as far as mileage goes, but I don’t know about handling on the road. I need some input from people who have trailered b...

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Jim, I will be happy to share the spec sheet once I have it finalized. Should be soon. Thanks but I was looking for George’s to see what he purchased for about $10k. I’m thinking of a trailer for occasional use but not looking to spend $20k. Just for personal, occasional use to take my T places for...

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Howdy Daniel,… I commented on your similar post a few years ago. Still researching ? I mentioned I also asked Freighter Jim for advice and he basically said ~ don’t spend less than $20 K. We’ll, I designed and had built one at TRex trailers for half that and am very happy with it. Comment about the...

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Did you mean to post a picture?

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Thanks for the info guys!

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My first time pulling a model T engine. It’s a 26 Roadster Pickup with an older aluminum Warford installed. I do have a frame brace supporting the Warford. Question-do I unbolt the Warford from the hogs head when hoisting the engine out (my preference) or do you try to take the Warford out bolted on...

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Pat has the ideal solution.Old tech that you can actually see in operation. It works for standard brakes, and will do the same for Sure Stop discs, independently of the hydraulics. Allan from down under. Allan can you explain this more or provide a link? I’m looking to add brake lights this winter....

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The company that is non responsive is Hagerty. I finally submitted a complaint to the state insurance commission. I still have no clue if my Jeep is totaled, next steps, or if I'll get my insurance check. The agreed upon value was very little. This should be an open and shut case as I suspect the c...

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I would do as another poster relayed info from another site. Post the insurance company name and sequence of events with dates. Then send it to them. This will also help members on this site see potential insurance company issues and who is reputable or not. Would be interesting if some trends emerge.

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I’ll take them. Will send PM.

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I started getting clacking and took a wheel apart to investigate. I was surprised to see my wheel was shimmed with hacksaw blade pieces between the spokes. Worse was metal strips wrapped around the tenons which were badly worn. Thankfully I found this before I had a catastrophic failure. I had all f...

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Since you didn’t say anything about the keepers I’ll assume everything is good on that point. If you do the DC welder technique, you should consider having the positive held steady on the contact on the field coil & use your negative to complete the circuit, it’s only a tap anymore duration at one ...

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Steve Jelf wrote: ↑
Tue Jun 18, 2024 11:45 pm
Jim, I believe it's better to hook up the post and flash the ground. Less chance of damaging the button.

Thanks Steve. Makes sense.

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Bob. I sent you a text the other day. I have a DC wire feed welder. Looking at the diagram we just hook up ground and spark the magneto post. Maybe others can confirm.

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Mine is flat also. No crown.

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Jim, a matching glass may be difficult. You need to include the radius of the corners to match yours. Is it a rectangle? It may be cheaper to get a matching pair cut by the glass shop and keep your remaining one as a spare. That way you can have laminated glasses. Allan from down under. Thanks Alla...

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Broke one of mine. Measures 18”x7”. Anyone have glass? Figured I check before going to glass shop.

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This is what I bought to clean head bolt holes. Going to replace head in next 2 weeks.

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Remove the four ignition coils, check the internal coil box terminals for cleanliness and proper curve spring tension.....also wire brush terminals on the four ignition coils. May need "wood shingle wedges" to snug up coils to insure electrical contact. Thanks we had done that. New update. Last nig...

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I would check the ignition switch. Also, if the coil box has wooden parts, they can carbon track internally and cause trouble, especially in humid weather or after the car has not run for some time. I’m thinking to jump the ignition switch out of the circuit to eliminate it. Weather here on Long Is...

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You stated that with the fuel ine diconnected from the carburetor it flowed "pretty good". What exactly does that mean? It should flow outwards from the fuel line in a decent arc, and not just a stream falling nearly straight down. Which was it? Do you have a small lawn mower gas tank, or something...

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tom_strickling wrote: ↑
Sat Apr 27, 2024 9:02 pm
Loose or leaking intake manifold?

Sprayed starting fluid around it and no rpm difference. Thanks.

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Ron Patterson wrote: ↑
Sat Apr 27, 2024 11:43 am
This Ford diagram depicts the details for what and where point mouning hardware should be installed on the Williams KW Ford ignition coil.

Thank you Ron.

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After a rebuilt motor was installed our car ran good on bat and when on mag would run bur falter. Went thru as many checks that we thought possible and found the wood block on the firewall had a loose connection that was not consistent. Check for loose wire connections and make good contacts as wel...

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Early this century, I was on a tour with the Tennessee T's in my '21 Depot Hack, which was running great. Then it started running rough and it quit running. Had it not been for 2 "older" members (Larry Williams & Lynn Cook) I probably would have used the buzzard truck to get back to the motel. Thes...

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Steve Jelf wrote: ↑
Sat Apr 27, 2024 12:57 am
Dirt in the tank can drive you nuts if it's too fine for the sediment bulb screen to stop it. There was a loose baffle, which persuaded me to get a new tank. The dirt went with the old tank.

Thanks Steve. I think the next step is hooking up an external tank and see how it goes.

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Is it misfiring on one or more cylinders? It could be an ignition problem. If you swap coils in the coil box, does the misfire move with the coil or stay on the same cylinder? Has the coil box gotten wet? Sometimes a spark jumps to ground somewhere inside the coil box leaving a carbon trace which w...

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Trying to help a friend with his 1915 which has a perplexing problem. Car started running rough and lost power. This is both on 12v battery and magneto. Did the usual timer cleaning, plug check, etc. He checked the carb which he reported ok (float setting, air blown through it, installed Scott’s nee...

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Mark Gregush wrote: ↑
Fri Apr 26, 2024 3:13 pm
The two fiber washers are used under and over the bridge at the adjustment screw. I generally only use one under it.

Thanks Mark. That’s what I thought.

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When replacing the coil top hardware can someone tell me where the 2 fiber washers go in the assembly process? The old coil I disassembled did not have them. I assume they are insulating washers.

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Not sure how good foam filler would resist vibrations. It might turn to dust where it attaches to wires.

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Drive around Industrial parks, commercial buildings, and any large flat roof buildings until you find roofers working on the roof with a "Tar Pot" set up on the ground. Buy a box of donuts, talk to the guy on the ground working the tar pot, and TRADE him the donuts for some of the tar he is putting...

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If you haven’t started yet and just need it for a capacitor replacement here’s what I’ve done about a dozen times: first carefully pry off the narrow side of the case opposite the brass buttons. A putty knife between the tar and the wood does wonders. Once off tar picking is easy. I leave the glass...

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I’ve read posts and can’t seem to find the tar local to me. I’m looking to buy enough to rebuild 8 or so coils. Anyone have a small piece they are willing to sell me?

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Coil Resistance Readings 001.jpgThis assumes you have the 418P47494 type capacitors and a Ford manufactured coil. There are two ways to install them: one is to remove the glass separator to make room for the cacpacitor OR; if you prefer, remove the glass separator AND the two wooden blocks between ...

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NealW wrote: ↑
Sun Apr 07, 2024 3:41 pm
I did when I used the round capacitors to rebuild coils.

Thanks

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I decided to try and rebuild a few coils. The new capacitors I received from Langs are cylindrical and do not fit in with the glass plate. Do I remove the glass plate with this newer style cap?

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I have CC'd various heads. The Prus head is a little more than the Z. Comparable. A little over 5:1.(I don't have the #'s with me now)
Don't let the 8:1 claim scare you away from it.
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Thanks. Have you measured a stock head for comparison to the Prus as far as compression?

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Compression ratio is a mathematical equation and not a measured pressure. Simples form, swept volume + chamber volume divided by chamber volume. There are other factors such as gasket volume and pistobpn dome/dish. Compression ratio is not measured by cylinder pressure. Andy Agreed. I believe I rea...

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WillsT wrote: ↑
Mon Mar 18, 2024 3:13 pm
Based on an online compression ratio vs PSI calculator you should get around 115 PSI for an 8:1 ratio
75 PSI is more likely to result from a 5 to 1 ratio

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I thought I read that this head is not actually 8:1 as advertised. Anyone know for sure?

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Can someone tell me about assembly on Long Island?

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I just tried googling “MTFCA recommended oil type” and it did not work. I did see a note that the MTFCA site is preventing Google from reading it. Here is a screenshot.

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Also check no exhaust blockage- muffler baffle broken, something blocking tail pipe.

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Same here That just started a week or so ago. I wonder if the Admin. can 'reset' something in the forum server to be able to have Google retrieve like before? Would think its on the Forum end of things.....?? Hopefully it is something to do with this site and not Google and it can be fixed. I used ...

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TRDxB2 wrote: ↑
Wed Jan 24, 2024 1:10 pm
I just reported the issue to Google. We'll see how if they read their support issues

Any word back?

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Google still not working for me using MTFCA in search. Always worked in past.

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Try googling Dauntless Geezer site. He is a member here but and was in a bad accident and recovering so I don’t believe he is on line right now. Here is one link. https://dauntlessgeezer.com/DG98.html Also see if they’re a local Model T chapter near you. I have found members very helpful and willing...

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Thanks for sharing. Great video.

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Never had the pleasure to meet Steve but hope to one day. I appreciate his videos as I’m new to Model T’s. Glad he is feeling better and wish him a continued fullmrecovery.

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Suggest you contact admin

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I have a 26 Roadster pickup. Do you need to lift the body off the frame to install the bracket bolts. I don’t believe so but don’t have access to the car this moment. If the body does not need to be lifted I would like to purchase one and will send an email.
Thanks.

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Thanks guys. Very clear.

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Chris Haynes wrote: ↑
Wed Nov 29, 2023 8:17 pm
After you install a tire and tube onto your rim you have a wheel.

Thanks for the clarification. What is the round metal part that the wooden spokes go into that the wheel mounts to called? The part where the 4 mounting bolts go through?

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They are 21” rims. I am told they are Hayes wheels. Spokes with nubs. Allan explained they take a special rim. Thanks.

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My wheels are out getting new spokes. In the meantime my friend has leant me 3 wooden wheels (fouth is bored for rear, not front so I’m short one front). He also had 2 older Hayes metal spoke and 2 newer Hayes spoke wheels to use with my rim and tire. Issue is when I try to match them up the spacing...

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Wendy, have this Bear Brand set if interested. $450 plus shipping.

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Dave I’m not sure how it works but I’ll get ahold of Manny and make him aware of issue.

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When I say involved for Halloween check out the video I took. Manny’s family put out a donation box and visitors made a nice contribution to St Jude’s Children Hospital. Check out the Model T’s in the display.

https://youtu.be/IpVqzLq0KUI?si=342oIoi84V9X_RHF

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I’m friends with Manny. Great guy who loves Model T’s. He gets very busy with Halloween decorating for the neighborhood kids and the take down project the next week so he hasn’t been as active. It was very kind of him to set up the Go Fund Me for Jeff.

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Isn’t the seat made of lead? Possibly why sales prohibited in California?

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Ok. Didn’t see a post asking for them.

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I’ll take the spindles. Please let me know how you want to receive payment.
Jim

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Is this deal still available?

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Painted the hubs and dropped my wheels off for new spokes at Calimers, painted the rims, replace the rear axel sleeves and seals. Looking into changing the oil in the Ruckstel- seems pretty thick to try to suck it out but will try. I’m in withdrawal not being able to take a drive until I get my whee...

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He is here. Bought an NH straight through from him yesterday.

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Possibly looking for wood spoke wheels for a 26.

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Steve could you share some specifics on what you picked?

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Rebuilt Leakey carb, replaced sediment bowl valve and fuel line and installed a fuel filter. Next up is to replace stripped stud on coil box and replace the contacts in the coil box as soon as the parts arrive. Also replaced crummy spark plug wires and a new timer harness with proper routing and cli...

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One thing I didn’t mention is that I turn off the sediment bowl shutoff valve every time I pull it in the garage (where it stays when not being driven).When my carb started leaking I found out my shutoff valve was not sealing either. I had to drain the gas tank as it would drip right out of the carb...

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Joshua,
Had the same issue last week. I replaced my float valve and seat with the needle/viton model. I also tested the float in hot water and it bubbled so there was a leak even though when I shook it I couldn't hear ant fuel in it. Replaced the float also and it started right up with no leaks,

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Thanks for your help and dedication. As a newer member I really appreciate the help members provide.

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Thanks Guys!

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TXGOAT2 wrote: ↑
Tue Aug 08, 2023 11:47 pm
Your magneto may have an issue with the mag post terminal contact or the wire leading to the ignition switch, or with the switch itself. Those problems can often be corrected without major work or expense.

Thank you for the suggestions. I will check this out.
Jim

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Jim..... Txgoat has a good suggestion to check those items, especially with an analog continuance meter, to later trace the path of AC magneto voltage from the magneto straight through to the ignition switch, coils, and spark plugs..,.... Using a 12 volt battery often has destructive effects on bot...

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Moxie26 wrote: ↑
Tue Aug 08, 2023 10:34 pm
Good decisions.... Keep us posted on your progress.... You may even revert back to a trusty six volt battery power system that Ford installed at the factory.

Maybe one day. But would need to fix my mag first and I’m not up to that right now.

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Jim ... Locally, is there someone in your Long Island chapter that could help you with your coils ? .... Overheated coil tar usually expands out the top opening of the primary coil under the vibrator. The glossy tar like smudges on top coil wood seem to be applied, not originating from internal Hot...

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Thanks. My magneto isn’t working. I run on 12 volts. Will get my coils serviced so I know they are good to go.

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New to model T’s and have noticed some tar spots on top of 2 coils in my T. Is this something I should be concerned about?

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Thanks for the update.

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I’ll take this. Please let me know how you want payment.
Jim

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Being a new owner of a 26 this will be my first trip to the swap meet. Not going to bring my T from Long Island. Not sure what to really expect, but thought it would be interesting and fun. Hoping for no rain.

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Here are some pictures of how I mounted the bicycle lights on my 1926 Roadster. The front and rear wedges are 3-D printed with a curve to fit the fenders. They have recesses for the six magnets, three to attach to the fender and three to attach the light to the wedge. I will be attaching cloth to t...

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Replaced the Pitman arm, ball joint, installed spring caps and bushings. Front end is now pretty tight.

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