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In 1921 he manufactured these.

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...

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...

What a wonderful setting for that beautiful car.
Rich

Here it is for the Coupe.

Just looking at photos today and this one reminded me We need to go to Jackson, WY soon.

This was taken on the "Out in Paradise" Model T Tour 2009.
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There is simply an embossed triangle pressed into the lid around the keyhole.
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Mine has certainly made me happy.

I believe you are right. Perhaps a big rheostat at the base of the steering column.
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They are impressive aren't they?

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.
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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.

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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...

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...

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!
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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...

There are some great photos here. I hope it helps.
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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 ...

That is awesome. I've never seen one.
Will it go in your Maxwell?
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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.
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Partially hidden from view is the coffin nose of a Stanley Steam Car.
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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 ...

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...

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

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...

WOW! Those old catalogs are as delightful as the cars themselves.
Thanks
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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.

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.

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...

There is a story with each one we will never know. Just tremendous.
Thanks much.
Rich

Nice work! That's really cool.
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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...

That's a good question Neil. It's not one I recognize.
Anyone?

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.

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...

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.

Clarablnkle sent this over from the album. She thought that might be Arllie.

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...

Precisely Rich. And that may explain the photo on their trip Home.

Did I mention the barrels of ferrets they packed with them?

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...

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My local glass shop cuts them round out of window glass. They do it very cheerfully when I drive there with my T.
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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 ...

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...

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...

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.
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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...

I have always seen them to the rear. Logic and safety would support that. They could snag passing branches etc.

This is a 1911 ad.

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.
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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.

Apparently a favorite make.

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

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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.

The cars is gone now but might have been a great one to pick up.
Rich

WOW! That's good. There's not much to identify there.
I saw this one the other day.

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...

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...

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...

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.

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.

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.
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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 ...

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:/...

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.

Nothing interesting or unusual to report though.
Parking between trees has helped some too.
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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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I have been working on this one for a week and a half. I kind of like it.

I won't ever own a Cadillac and wouldn't paint one this color but it was fun to capture on canvas.
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I've never seen one. I'm not sure how many of us have. They are a delight to know about.
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Each one is a delight.
Thanks again!
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Great picture Herb. Rapid Motor Vehicle Company was founded in 1902. They were acquired by General Motors in 1909.

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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...

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 ...

This has some info.
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Also, Mark Strange had this illustration.

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Thanks Mark. I had no idea. I guess I've led a sheltered life.

Rich

I have used a variety of gasket materials there over the years and all have worked well.
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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

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
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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...

Michael Pawelek posted this photo on Jan. 11, 2008.
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I hope this helps.

That's a great photo. The pumps are cute.
I think that is a 1923 Touring with a low hood and cowl.
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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.

Have you seen this discussion?
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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...

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.

I suspect it was made for the 1924 to '27 tail light although I don't have one handy to measure.
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Do you want to sell it?

Hey Ron, I think you nailed it.
Great job.
It is a delightful pose and cowl.
Rich

Good for you guys. That a great way to survive the Winter.
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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...

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...

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...

PRICELESS !!!

I believe these are untouched since the factory.

Rich

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.

These were used to take supplies to the hotels and other facilities. It was maybe 1918 plus or minus a year or two.
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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...

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.

There are at least that much worth of parts there. It will be interesting to see what the bids are.
Rich

I'm sure most will recognize my Yellow Speedster. Here it is with rear seats and the Kids in Moab.

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...

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 ...

Beautiful! There aren't many Speedster Pickups. Multi tasking?
Great
Thanks Rich

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