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by Tharper
Fri Jan 23, 2026 7:58 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: New here and an Introduction
Replies: 12
Views: 408

Re: New here and an Introduction

Back to the TT There was little left of the bands in 1927. This also presented our first surprise. When Tim opened up the transmission, we found that it's an older version with the narrow brake band. We have not checked the engine numbers. Both TT's have Warford transmissions. 3051243779134654829.JP...
by Tharper
Thu Jan 22, 2026 8:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: New here and an Introduction
Replies: 12
Views: 408

Re: New here and an Introduction

In addition to the two model TT snowmobiles, we were also gifted a 1914 steam-powered Lombard Log Hauler restored by the late Harry Crooker. It’s been on loan to the museum since 2013 and is now a permanent part of the collection. 1709932358009168607.jpeg This shares space with our 1907 steam-powere...
by Tharper
Thu Jan 22, 2026 5:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: New here and an Introduction
Replies: 12
Views: 408

Re: New here and an Introduction

Marvelous machines! In cold weather, it is especially important to use the right motor oil in Model Ts. In cold weather, a quality 5W20 or 5W30 is a good choice. In milder weather, 10W30 is a good choice. I use 10W30 full synthetic with excellent results, even in 100F + Texas weather. If I was goin...
by Tharper
Thu Jan 22, 2026 5:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: New here and an Introduction
Replies: 12
Views: 408

Re: New here and an Introduction

Welcome! Those are some great TT's. My first T was a Closed Cab stake side TT. And this beast is a hoot!!! I can only imagine what's required to crank this monster! https://youtu.be/C9Aomol9494?si=FCnQDN1eyfgjrbws Thanks! Cranking them isn’t too bad. Here is a video of a cold start of the 1919 Lomb...
by Tharper
Thu Jan 22, 2026 2:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: New here and an Introduction
Replies: 12
Views: 408

New here and an Introduction

Good afternoon, I am new to the wonderful world of the Model T. A little background: I have been involved with the Maine Forest & Logging Museum in Bradley, Maine, for quite a few years now. Back in December, we received a generous donation of two Ford Model TT trucks with Virgil White snowmobile co...