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- Sun Mar 07, 2021 4:40 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Floyd Clymer
- Replies: 23
- Views: 475
Re: Floyd Clymer
In 1921 he manufactured these.
- Sun Mar 07, 2021 4:27 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Floyd Clymer
- Replies: 23
- Views: 475
Re: Floyd Clymer
At ten years old "In what was formerly a dentist’s office, Berthound Auto Co. was founded, specializing in REO, Maxwell and Cadillac. In two years, the wonder kid managed to sell at least twenty six vehicles." http://www.aacalibrary.org/articles/antique-automobile/who-was-floyd-clymer/ When I was th...
- Sun Mar 07, 2021 4:12 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: What have you done with your Model T in March?
- Replies: 11
- Views: 660
Re: What have you done with your Model T in March?
We quit driving the Coupe a couple weeks ago. The generator wasn't charging and it also was overheating. Sub-freezing temperatures kept me from working on it. Today it was 46°. GenWork.jpg I was a bit hasty pulling the generator out. Connecting a wire to the generator post it motored. The cutout cap...
- Sun Mar 07, 2021 12:01 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: 1911 first time out
- Replies: 4
- Views: 269
Re: 1911 first time out
What a wonderful setting for that beautiful car.
Rich
Rich
- Sat Mar 06, 2021 6:50 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Who else has a '26 rumbleseat coupe ?
- Replies: 10
- Views: 485
Re: Who else has a '26 rumbleseat coupe ?
Here it is for the Coupe.
- Sat Mar 06, 2021 3:24 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Foto of the Day
- Replies: 451
- Views: 70925
Re: Foto of the Day
Just looking at photos today and this one reminded me We need to go to Jackson, WY soon.
Rich
This was taken on the "Out in Paradise" Model T Tour 2009.Rich
- Sat Mar 06, 2021 1:48 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: 25 Coupe deck lid key escutcheon Picture?
- Replies: 3
- Views: 106
Re: 25 Coupe deck lid key escutcheon Picture?
There is simply an embossed triangle pressed into the lid around the keyhole.
Rich
Rich
- Sat Mar 06, 2021 12:37 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: picture
- Replies: 9
- Views: 341
Re: picture
Mine has certainly made me happy. 

- Sat Mar 06, 2021 12:35 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: This was trucking-Old Photos
- Replies: 513
- Views: 54092
Re: This was trucking-Old Photos
I believe you are right. Perhaps a big rheostat at the base of the steering column.
Rich
Rich
- Sat Mar 06, 2021 12:33 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: Big engine pics Fire Truck
- Replies: 4
- Views: 113
Re: Big engine pics Fire Truck
They are impressive aren't they?
- Fri Mar 05, 2021 1:30 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Bunch of T’s
- Replies: 18
- Views: 628
Re: Bunch of T’s
Nice, Nice, Nice, Great, Wonderful, Grand, Cute, Nice, Nice . . . . .
That's one way to add a center door to the little building!
It's always a pleasure to see these.
You're too good to us.
Rich
That's one way to add a center door to the little building!

It's always a pleasure to see these.
You're too good to us.
Rich
- Fri Mar 05, 2021 1:16 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
- Replies: 2634
- Views: 264899
Re: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
If it were Parkettes rather than Canaries I might see the connection. It is a different matter to Klimb a T than to Kast a trophy, Latin aside.
This may have no bearing but did catch my eye. Rich
This may have no bearing but did catch my eye. Rich
- Thu Mar 04, 2021 5:59 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Schebler Carb ID /Info with Intake Needed
- Replies: 8
- Views: 297
Re: Schebler Carb ID /Info with Intake Needed
I would say you are right about it being a Schebler Model L. SchebL.jpg https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/QCsAAOSwk2lf3mk5/s-l1600.jpg This one on ebay looks very much like it to me. It has a $125 starting bid and $165 buy it now price. You can check others on the web for asking prices if you haven't a...
- Thu Mar 04, 2021 5:39 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
- Replies: 2634
- Views: 264899
Re: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
History is fragile and full of twists and turns. I recall the legend of Hobble-along-Katastrophy. Hobble.jpg Many stories and rumors surfaced about him. After an autobiography and several movies it turned out he was a doddering creation of Truman Kapontiac based loosely on Cuthbert Maddox's life bef...
- Thu Mar 04, 2021 2:29 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Monogram Headlight Conversion?
- Replies: 9
- Views: 158
Re: Monogram Headlight Conversion?
I've seen lots of Monogram lenses at swap meets. Some have logos like Overland script, WK and I even saw a Rickenbacker with the hat in the ring in the center of the lens. I have never seen that particular logo though.
Fun!
Rich
Fun!
Rich
- Thu Mar 04, 2021 1:35 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
- Replies: 2634
- Views: 264899
Re: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
Ah yes, the Dick and Jane books. How well I remember. You may be on to something Dick. DnJ.jpg Dick and Jane and Baby who latter on became known as Sally. And a Happy Sally she was. There was a dog, Spot, and a kitty, Puff, as I recall. They often helped Dad in the shop making things which would ali...
- Thu Mar 04, 2021 12:08 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: 21 touring rear top strap question
- Replies: 15
- Views: 192
Re: 21 touring rear top strap question
There are some great photos here. I hope it helps.
http://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/179374/229470.html
Rich
http://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/179374/229470.html
Rich
- Thu Mar 04, 2021 11:57 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Uncles in Parade
- Replies: 0
- Views: 209
Uncles in Parade
In 1988 Sally and I enjoyed driving my Uncles Bud and Ed in a Fourth of July Parade as an entry for the family store. Uncles.jpg The two were in their 80's then and gatherers of the family history. I miss their methodical deliberate speech as they told those wonderful stories. They would often stop ...
- Wed Mar 03, 2021 6:08 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Mitchell C J Sykes Electric Gasoline Gauge Info Sought
- Replies: 3
- Views: 209
Re: Mitchell C J Sykes Electric Gasoline Gauge Info Sought
That is awesome. I've never seen one.
Will it go in your Maxwell?
Rich
Will it go in your Maxwell?
Rich
- Wed Mar 03, 2021 6:04 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: What year?
- Replies: 5
- Views: 296
Re: What year?
Yes. As far as year, the one I posted is a 1909. The one in your photo could be that or a year earlier or later.
Rich
Rich
- Wed Mar 03, 2021 5:52 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: What year?
- Replies: 5
- Views: 296
Re: What year?
Partially hidden from view is the coffin nose of a Stanley Steam Car.
Rich
Rich
- Wed Mar 03, 2021 5:49 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
- Replies: 2634
- Views: 264899
Re: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
It was not always so Dick. Years ago little was known and his existence was often questioned. Some of us weren't sure whether we had heard of him or not. The challenge went out to Model T Ford owners and even regular people to find the truth through relentless postulation and guesswork. Supprot for ...
- Wed Mar 03, 2021 4:46 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
- Replies: 2634
- Views: 264899
Re: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
Thanks for asking Perry. I posed the question to Heinrich and his answer was rocky to say the least. Winkle.jpg He claimed he didn't want to bore us with KD's Natational party affiliations. Folks drinking on cold nights with Moose were subject to frostbite and possible falls. Moose were known to dri...
- Wed Mar 03, 2021 1:32 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Making space
- Replies: 18
- Views: 686
Re: Making space
So much to see in one spot. Trolley tracks, steeples, a bike hiding in the garage and a head gasket laying in the drive.
I won't go on.
Thanks for the fun pics.
Rich
I won't go on.
Thanks for the fun pics.
Rich
- Wed Mar 03, 2021 12:13 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
- Replies: 2634
- Views: 264899
Re: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
Kalamity Dick did a bit of Bullriding himself. During the Commutator Famine after the War the Runabout sat dormant for several months and riding Jasper was how KD managed to make his Guilderfluke adjusting rounds. Folks might have starved or become Severely Vexed otherwise. KDbull.jpg On weekends KD...
- Wed Mar 03, 2021 11:12 am
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: Lost My Mind - Bought a Flanders 20 (Model T Competitor)
- Replies: 87
- Views: 3605
Re: Lost My Mind - Bought a Flanders 20 (Model T Competitor)
WOW! Those old catalogs are as delightful as the cars themselves.
Thanks
Rich
Thanks
Rich
- Wed Mar 03, 2021 11:07 am
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: 1910 in Hailey, Idaho
- Replies: 4
- Views: 270
Re: 1910 in Hailey, Idaho
Thanks for the link Tim. It does support my idea of it being an Olds. It's very similar and perhaps a different trip with a different model.
- Tue Mar 02, 2021 2:30 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
- Replies: 2634
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Re: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
Picking a mount with handlebars seemed like the best choice at the time. The saddle was modified by KD for two left stirrups and vanadium blevins.
He was often found making good time going in the wrong direction.
He was often found making good time going in the wrong direction.
- Tue Mar 02, 2021 1:14 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: 1910 in Hailey, Idaho
- Replies: 4
- Views: 270
Re: 1910 in Hailey, Idaho
It looks like the whole town turned out for the excitement. The banner at the rear of the car tells the story. It looks like it might be " ... America Tour". I think the car could be a Oldsmobile. They used those "plow shear" fenders on some models and also that kind of cowl but I can't find a photo...
- Sun Feb 28, 2021 6:39 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Looking forward to being on the road.
- Replies: 16
- Views: 649
Re: Looking forward to being on the road.
There is a story with each one we will never know. Just tremendous.
Thanks much.
Rich
Thanks much.
Rich
- Sat Feb 27, 2021 6:24 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: TT Screen Sides build
- Replies: 8
- Views: 482
Re: TT Screen Sides build
Nice work! That's really cool.
Rich
Rich
- Sat Feb 27, 2021 3:44 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: Need Metz parts
- Replies: 7
- Views: 280
Re: Need Metz parts
It's good to hear from you Gene. This is a pretty diverse group. What kind of parts are you looking for? What year? Some friends got a Metz running for a lady a few years ago. It was the only one I ever played with but lots of fun. I hope you find good things here. Rich http://www.mtfca.com/discus/m...
- Fri Feb 26, 2021 6:48 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: This was trucking-Old Photos
- Replies: 513
- Views: 54092
Re: This was trucking-Old Photos
That's a good question Neil. It's not one I recognize.
Anyone?
Anyone?
- Thu Feb 25, 2021 3:54 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: This was trucking-Old Photos
- Replies: 513
- Views: 54092
Re: This was trucking-Old Photos
In 1912 Hercules Powder Company was formed in Wilmington, Delaware as a result of a court-ordered breakup of Du Pont. The truck is a White Model 20 around 1920, give or take.
- Tue Feb 23, 2021 2:37 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
- Replies: 2634
- Views: 264899
Re: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
Of course they were available at Ernie's in a plain jar. Pickled.jpg As for the velocipede at the mine, it proved to be exceptional at traversing the rugged terrain between the burgh and diggings. The rear wheel track was the same as the rail gage so it traveled well there too. The "Pucker" label se...
- Tue Feb 23, 2021 1:00 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: This was trucking-Old Photos
- Replies: 513
- Views: 54092
Re: This was trucking-Old Photos
Men at work. I can't see enough to identify. Maybe an Autocar or Rapid truck.
I did find this invoice though. Maybe it's for that load.
I did find this invoice though. Maybe it's for that load.
- Mon Feb 22, 2021 1:38 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
- Replies: 2634
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Re: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
Clarablnkle sent this over from the album. She thought that might be Arllie.
- Mon Feb 22, 2021 12:15 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
- Replies: 2634
- Views: 264899
Re: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
Hooey Knudson raised ferrets under the old Bernstein place for a while. KDminex2x.jpg Here he is shown minding his "P"s and "Q"s. He was a miner until he reached the age of 21. Some may know that it was dark deep down in the mine and the workers adapted carbide burners to their helmets. Arllie, at o...
- Sun Feb 21, 2021 5:18 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
- Replies: 2634
- Views: 264899
Re: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
Precisely Rich. And that may explain the photo on their trip Home.
Did I mention the barrels of ferrets they packed with them?- Sat Feb 20, 2021 7:08 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
- Replies: 2634
- Views: 264899
Re: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
As Ma Pucker told it, Cuthbert and KD were summoned to Washington D. C. to help with the Fenugreek strike in '03. Teddy knew the pair had averted certain disaster during the Nutmeg Incident and had a certain set of skills few others processed. KDTedy.jpg Many citizens naturally mistook KD for the Pr...
- Sat Feb 20, 2021 5:59 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: 1925 Model T Ford scale model running
- Replies: 8
- Views: 455
- Fri Feb 19, 2021 2:02 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: glass
- Replies: 9
- Views: 457
Re: glass
My local glass shop cuts them round out of window glass. They do it very cheerfully when I drive there with my T.
Rich
Rich
- Fri Feb 19, 2021 1:55 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
- Replies: 2634
- Views: 264899
Re: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
I'm pretty sure KD took that picture. I see his Racabout wheel behind the truck and the lens smear looks like his. Sparley Fergler is the one in the bib overalls and hat. He did cook but used steam. Northwestern Electric filtered their currants through a status #3 kastromomulator of Kalamyti Dick's ...
- Fri Feb 19, 2021 1:45 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: Meanwhile in Montana
- Replies: 8
- Views: 519
Re: Meanwhile in Montana
I agree that the body is probably made of wood. There were some great craftsmen that went from making the early horse drawn coaches to the auto trade. The Tulip and Rois des Belges bodies were magnificent. I couldn't find any good photos on the net of the wood. Here is an ad. Interesting access to r...
- Fri Feb 19, 2021 12:25 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: Lost My Mind - Bought a Flanders 20 (Model T Competitor)
- Replies: 87
- Views: 3605
Re: Lost My Mind - Bought a Flanders 20 (Model T Competitor)
Great work Mark. Along with the progress and details I have been enjoying those tubular supports running parallel to the frame rails. They and their pivot posts sprouting from them and connections are such an unexpected treat to see. Getting a glimpse of other makes of that era only enhances the Mod...
- Fri Feb 19, 2021 12:11 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Gasoline Oder
- Replies: 15
- Views: 684
Re: Gasoline Oder
I hope you solve the problem. There is a limit to the amount of smell that is enjoyable. "All things in moderation". I've always enjoyed the hint of gasoline on my fingers at meals while touring but our coupe tank leak became overwhelming.
Rich
Rich
- Fri Feb 19, 2021 12:02 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Foto of the Day
- Replies: 451
- Views: 70925
Re: Foto of the Day
We had our minds on other things at the time. It was our 6th or 7th day of touring. We had crossed Beartooth pass a couple of days earlier and left a Studebaker broken down about 800 miles back. This Touring was in the same field. Perhaps a '23 Buick? Tourringg.jpg It was Ironic to find a T that com...
- Fri Feb 19, 2021 11:34 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Top saddles
- Replies: 4
- Views: 248
Re: Top saddles
I have always seen them to the rear. Logic and safety would support that. They could snag passing branches etc.
- Fri Feb 19, 2021 10:52 am
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: This was trucking-Old Photos
- Replies: 513
- Views: 54092
Re: This was trucking-Old Photos
This is a 1911 ad.
- Fri Feb 19, 2021 10:48 am
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: This was trucking-Old Photos
- Replies: 513
- Views: 54092
Re: This was trucking-Old Photos
I think you are right about the Packard. The radiator is distinctive and they did use that embossed pattern on their hoods. The fellows lack enthusiasm "Get in there so we can take a picture".
I like it.
Rich
I like it.
Rich
- Thu Feb 18, 2021 5:55 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
- Replies: 2634
- Views: 264899
Re: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
That appears to be a demonstration of Buff Orpington's contrivance the "Hip-o-pot-o-mess". Originally, a chamber pot for youngsters and later a wheel cover for the Gangglemobile.
This is pretty much what Ma Pucker thought of it.
This is pretty much what Ma Pucker thought of it.
- Thu Feb 18, 2021 3:44 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: Meanwhile in Montana
- Replies: 8
- Views: 519
Re: Meanwhile in Montana
Apparently a favorite make.
- Thu Feb 18, 2021 2:35 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: Meanwhile in Montana
- Replies: 8
- Views: 519
Re: Meanwhile in Montana
I believe it is a Pope-Toledo. It might be as early as 1905.
This one is on https://www.conceptcarz.com/z25249/pope ... pe-iv.aspx Rich
This one is on https://www.conceptcarz.com/z25249/pope ... pe-iv.aspx Rich
- Thu Feb 18, 2021 2:30 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Foto of the Day
- Replies: 451
- Views: 70925
Re: Foto of the Day
This would have been 1988. I had finished my '15 roadster and was deep into the Bus project. We didn't find the owner. He had a Franklin in the shed and a couple other cars around.
Rich
The cars is gone now but might have been a great one to pick up.Rich
- Thu Feb 18, 2021 1:18 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: 'Sno fun !
- Replies: 4
- Views: 372
Re: 'Sno fun !
WOW! That's good. There's not much to identify there.
I saw this one the other day.
I saw this one the other day.
- Thu Feb 18, 2021 1:06 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
- Replies: 2634
- Views: 264899
Re: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
I might add that the Motorcycle Sidecar Piano as well as the Hat Pin collection are scheduled to be on display at the Institute Homecoming Celebration this Summer. Guests are welcome to pose nude after 10:30 PM for photos. Case.jpg That is on the sidecar, not the Hat Pin collection. A medley of Duke...
- Wed Feb 17, 2021 5:08 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
- Replies: 2634
- Views: 264899
Re: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
Ya, the note said something about a Holmes wrecker or a home wrecker. The handwriting was a bit fuzzy. Elvis's tour of duty was interrupted by bouts of silly walking. At first it was considered a hindrance but soon discovered that it affected the enemies aim by causing giggling. Other troops adopted...
- Wed Feb 17, 2021 12:57 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Revisiting some fabrication
- Replies: 124
- Views: 19765
Re: Revisiting some fabrication
With the recent Speedster posts I though it might be good to post my version of the "Wheeler" muffler. Muphler2.jpg The ad gives the basic dimensions. I cut grooves inside the end plates for a 6" and a 4 1/2" shell. The design is like the original Ford muffler except for the open end with a butterfl...
- Wed Feb 17, 2021 12:20 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Fitting for today
- Replies: 6
- Views: 793
Re: Fitting for today
Open cars in the Winter make perfect sense. No need to scrape or defog extra windows and perfect vision with no blind spots. A good hat will reduce that ice cream freeze between your eyes.
Rich
PS, great photos.
Rich
PS, great photos.
- Wed Feb 17, 2021 11:24 am
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
- Replies: 2634
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Re: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
Two houses down from the Puckers and just North of the Frizzle bungalow were the Pelvingtons. Zeke often pecked seeds from their vegetable garden.
Marvis is the one who sold chances on the flitching stand.- Tue Feb 16, 2021 3:29 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: Paintings that aren't Model Ts
- Replies: 118
- Views: 18656
Re: Paintings that aren't Model Ts
Thanks John. A copy of that letter was forwarded to me from the White Motor Company when I was researching my vehicles. I wish I had copies of the six pictures they talked about. I posted a number of the White truck photos they sent me in the "This was Trucking" thread.
Thanks for thinking of me.
Rich
Thanks for thinking of me.
Rich
- Tue Feb 16, 2021 2:34 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: Paintings that aren't Model Ts
- Replies: 118
- Views: 18656
Re: Paintings that aren't Model Ts
Good ole' Johnny Cash! T's are a good size. I would have some big cars if I had the room and money. The YPC Bus is as big or bigger that some of them and I enjoy it for what it is. The contrast between them gives me a better appreciation for each. I often paint cars I would love to have and that is ...
- Tue Feb 16, 2021 2:22 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Donnie Brown, Build.
- Replies: 6
- Views: 702
Re: Donnie Brown, Build.
Thanks for mentioning my Speedster John. Rather that repeating photos of it I will offer these posts of it as well as some others previously shown. Thanks Rich http://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/506218/555236.html?1436755355 http://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/506218/555075.html?1437231066 http:/...
- Tue Feb 16, 2021 1:06 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Fun in the snow
- Replies: 18
- Views: 785
Re: Fun in the snow
We haven't had much snow accumulation this year. The last couple days gave us enough to make tracks in on our way to breakfast today.
Parking between trees has helped some too.
Rich
Nothing interesting or unusual to report though.Parking between trees has helped some too.
Rich
- Mon Feb 15, 2021 5:46 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Yesterday's trash is today's treasure
- Replies: 6
- Views: 965
Re: Yesterday's trash is today's treasure
Those old movies are a large part of why I became interested in old cars and particularly the Model T. I try to treat them better than shown in those clips but wonder if I would have caught the bug without them.
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Rich
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Rich
- Mon Feb 15, 2021 5:40 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: Paintings that aren't Model Ts
- Replies: 118
- Views: 18656
Re: Paintings that aren't Model Ts
I have been working on this one for a week and a half. I kind of like it.
Rich
I won't ever own a Cadillac and wouldn't paint one this color but it was fun to capture on canvas.Rich
- Mon Feb 15, 2021 1:28 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: hudco hogs head
- Replies: 11
- Views: 596
Re: hudco hogs head
I've never seen one. I'm not sure how many of us have. They are a delight to know about.
http://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/80257/116389.html
http://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/70 ... 1495367852
Rich
http://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/80257/116389.html
http://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/70 ... 1495367852
Rich
- Sun Feb 14, 2021 1:28 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Kids and cars
- Replies: 3
- Views: 181
Re: Kids and cars
Each one is a delight.
Thanks again!
Rich
Thanks again!
Rich
- Sun Feb 14, 2021 1:06 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: This was trucking-Old Photos
- Replies: 513
- Views: 54092
Re: This was trucking-Old Photos
Great picture Herb. Rapid Motor Vehicle Company was founded in 1902. They were acquired by General Motors in 1909.
- Sun Feb 14, 2021 12:58 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
- Replies: 2634
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Re: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
Herb suggested this photo of Elmo and Zeke. It was apparently prior to the 40%. Cuthbert had found a shortcut to the United Kingdom thru Meeteetse which cut off several miles and eliminated having to cross the ocean. This left Elmo more time to catch up on the homework. Zeke.jpg Ernie transferred th...
- Sat Feb 13, 2021 6:42 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
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Re: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
That's true. Here is the C&N schedule as well as the menu for the Pucker House posted on the ticket window at the Bungleside Station. Cliff's brother John also wrangled tickets and lip balm Mondays thru Friday noon. Demelza filled in when Clyburn couldn't be there. Stationx.jpg Sandwiches were sent ...
- Sat Feb 13, 2021 5:31 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: One man top side curtains
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- Views: 297
Re: One man top side curtains
This has some info.
http://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/80 ... 1258043640
Also, Mark Strange had this illustration. http://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/41 ... 1391372093
http://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/80 ... 1258043640
Also, Mark Strange had this illustration. http://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/41 ... 1391372093
- Sat Feb 13, 2021 4:23 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Valley floor
- Replies: 8
- Views: 592
Re: Valley floor
Thanks Mark. I had no idea. I guess I've led a sheltered life.
Rich

Rich
- Sat Feb 13, 2021 12:49 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Carburetor to manifold gasket material
- Replies: 13
- Views: 439
Re: Carburetor to manifold gasket material
I have used a variety of gasket materials there over the years and all have worked well.
Rich
Rich
- Sat Feb 13, 2021 12:47 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Speedster or not ?
- Replies: 6
- Views: 259
Re: Speedster or not ?
What fun it must have been. Two things I noticed, the front radius rod seems to go under the axle and the brake rod seems to be missing. Although the seat looks big to me the rear door post looks like a '09 or '10 T Touring.
The air pressure is probably just right for sand.
Cool Pic!
Rich
The air pressure is probably just right for sand.
Cool Pic!
Rich
- Sat Feb 13, 2021 12:34 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Valley floor
- Replies: 8
- Views: 592
Re: Valley floor
They look very relaxed enjoying their vacation. I enjoy seeing the portable gramophone and what looks like a lady diving on the Touring radiator. Also the large wind wings look great. The coupe far in the background at left suggests to me it could be 1929 or '30.
Thanks
Rich
Thanks
Rich
- Sat Feb 13, 2021 12:23 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
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Re: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
Those were interesting times. Cuthbert made a mean sandwich and Kalamyti Dick enjoyed them even with a sore noggin. The Fosslell brothers were digging camel bones and Slug Spadaford was still tying Rattlesnakes in square knots. Martha Finsternickle had sold over a dozen copies of her new book on Vol...
- Fri Feb 12, 2021 5:09 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
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- Fri Feb 12, 2021 12:52 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Running Board Cans
- Replies: 3
- Views: 354
Re: Running Board Cans
Michael Pawelek posted this photo on Jan. 11, 2008.
http://mtfca.com/discus/messages/29/450 ... 1200331300 I hope this helps.
http://mtfca.com/discus/messages/29/450 ... 1200331300 I hope this helps.
- Thu Feb 11, 2021 1:17 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: !924 Wildland fire fighting vehicle with pumps and hoses from Washington State Archives.
- Replies: 3
- Views: 305
Re: !924 Wildland fire fighting vehicle with pumps and hoses from Washington State Archives.
That's a great photo. The pumps are cute.
I think that is a 1923 Touring with a low hood and cowl.
Rich
I think that is a 1923 Touring with a low hood and cowl.
Rich
- Wed Feb 10, 2021 5:31 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Unknown Part - 1924
- Replies: 12
- Views: 866
Re: Unknown Part - 1924
How about a windshield stanchion screw (to dash) and a bar to hold it? The lower screw would use a nut but the upper is difficult to put a nut on.
- Wed Feb 10, 2021 1:33 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Tag On Seat Frame
- Replies: 3
- Views: 222
- Tue Feb 09, 2021 6:00 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
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Re: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
Sprinkled in amongst the stale jokes were some limericks that took root and sprouted into trees. They provided nice shade according to Ambrose Sawyer, Forman of the silo carpenter team. Silo.jpg Seen here is work on the Vulcan Smerd silo. 10 cubits provided ample clearance and became standard on the...
- Mon Feb 08, 2021 5:33 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
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Re: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
That is interesting Perry. Originally, the silo wasn't intended to launch but an accident. A surplus of hotcadutinary leaked under it and static electricity from the yard arm provoke an eruption.
Bobby Gantry wrote two songs about the event, one predated the actual mishap.
Bobby Gantry wrote two songs about the event, one predated the actual mishap.
- Mon Feb 08, 2021 5:22 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Stop light
- Replies: 5
- Views: 358
Re: Stop light
I suspect it was made for the 1924 to '27 tail light although I don't have one handy to measure.
https://www.mtfca.com/wp-content/upload ... tl13-1.jpg
Rich
Do you want to sell it?
https://www.mtfca.com/wp-content/upload ... tl13-1.jpg
Rich
Do you want to sell it?
- Mon Feb 08, 2021 1:04 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: ID car ?
- Replies: 15
- Views: 758
Re: ID car ?
Hey Ron, I think you nailed it.
Great job.
It is a delightful pose and cowl.
Rich
Great job.
It is a delightful pose and cowl.
Rich
- Mon Feb 08, 2021 12:35 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Winter drive today
- Replies: 10
- Views: 653
Re: Winter drive today
Good for you guys. That a great way to survive the Winter.
Rich
Rich
- Mon Feb 08, 2021 12:29 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
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- Views: 264899
Re: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
Heinrich did find this photo covering a hole in the dressing room wall. We think it's the old Mendlefrogg site just West. Alemmm.jpg Mushroom gas fortified with pluribus unum and a touch of vanilla was used successfully in July and August. The barnacles turned a bit lavender after each launch. It di...
- Sun Feb 07, 2021 4:48 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
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Re: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
Calvin Simpples rented a place from the Mulberry's just around the bend from that spot. Merlin Von Ursidae claimed the kaphistulator had too little gabardine to lift any vessel so KD kept much of it under his hat. Hence the lack of photos. Evenings on the bridge were a welcome relief after waxing th...
- Sun Feb 07, 2021 2:36 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Correct 1924 Cowl Fasteners
- Replies: 7
- Views: 349
Re: Correct 1924 Cowl Fasteners
Yes, the upper are carriage bolts too. I couldn't measure the heads but they are not the extra small ones like on fenders or coil boxes. The nuts are slightly bigger than 1/2 with the rust on them. Getting a standard 1/2 open end wrench would be tight. The bolts are 5/16". This is a '24 Tudor but th...
- Sun Feb 07, 2021 12:26 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Kids with cars
- Replies: 3
- Views: 300
Re: Kids with cars
PRICELESS !!!
- Sun Feb 07, 2021 12:23 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Correct 1924 Cowl Fasteners
- Replies: 7
- Views: 349
Re: Correct 1924 Cowl Fasteners
I believe these are untouched since the factory.
Rich- Sat Feb 06, 2021 1:24 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: This was trucking-Old Photos
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- Views: 54092
Re: This was trucking-Old Photos
These are some more White Trucks. White Motor Co. sent it to me. It is taken in the northern part of the Park perhaps near Gardner.
Rich
These were used to take supplies to the hotels and other facilities. It was maybe 1918 plus or minus a year or two.Rich
- Fri Feb 05, 2021 7:07 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: This was trucking-Old Photos
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Re: This was trucking-Old Photos
Half-Sole tires? This is a Jan 1920s ad. HlfSld.jpg It's a bright paint job and a delightful setting. There are two Gates half sloe items on ebay right now. A similar ad and a post card showing a roof garden atop one of the factory buildings where "workers of all ranks" could enjoy "recreation and r...
- Fri Feb 05, 2021 4:42 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: This was trucking-Old Photos
- Replies: 513
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Re: This was trucking-Old Photos
Yes, That is a White radiator. White sold primarily a chassis. Bodies were up to the user and several firms made them. This is a very unusual one. The mining must have been pretty good to afford a nice bus like that in 1924.
- Fri Feb 05, 2021 1:00 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Saw this 19xx, virtually
- Replies: 5
- Views: 761
Re: Saw this 19xx, virtually
There are at least that much worth of parts there. It will be interesting to see what the bids are.
Rich
Rich
- Fri Feb 05, 2021 12:51 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Speedster project turns 102 years old today, born Feb., 4, 1919
- Replies: 6
- Views: 459
Re: Speedster project turns 102 years old today, born Feb., 4, 1919
I'm sure most will recognize my Yellow Speedster. Here it is with rear seats and the Kids in Moab.
- Thu Feb 04, 2021 12:19 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Speedster project turns 102 years old today, born Feb., 4, 1919
- Replies: 6
- Views: 459
Re: Speedster project turns 102 years old today, born Feb., 4, 1919
That's a great looking car. It must be a lot of fun. My Speedster is a February car too. 1920 though. I built it in 1966 originally so it has been a Speedster longer (55yrs.) than it was a touring car (46yrs.). I too tried to make it as period correct as possible. There is a lot of satisfaction in t...
- Thu Feb 04, 2021 12:09 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Model T # 714
- Replies: 14
- Views: 1005
Re: Model T # 714
It's great to see that photo Pete. I was very fond of your family and cars on the brief moments I was around them. This is #714 I believe when it was displayed at the LA Co. Museum. It was the early '80s when I took these. They had some big murals behind the cars then. Red09b.jpg Red09a.jpg You can ...
- Wed Feb 03, 2021 3:50 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Speedsters
- Replies: 126
- Views: 13544
Re: Speedsters
Beautiful! There aren't many Speedster Pickups. Multi tasking?
Great
Thanks Rich
Great
Thanks Rich