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- Tue Apr 16, 2024 12:14 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Roof/Rajo interchangeability
- Replies: 12
- Views: 743
Re: Roof/Rajo interchangeability
I have a roof liberty, maybe the manifold fits?
- Tue Apr 16, 2024 12:11 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: MTFCI 2024 Tour
- Replies: 13
- Views: 697
Re: MTFCI 2024 Tour
Is there any cheap camping nearby?
- Mon Apr 15, 2024 11:57 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Speedster Rally XX, 6/12-15, Three Rivers, MI
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1192
Re: Speedster Rally XX, 6/12-15, Three Rivers, MI
11 hour trailer drive one way. Lots of gas money ect
Can we get more info?
Can we get more info?
- Sat Dec 30, 2023 8:45 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: **SPEEDSTER PIC's Please**
- Replies: 84
- Views: 4627
Re: **SPEEDSTER PIC's Please**
I built 77 back in HS and now have 26 that my dad built in 1980.
- Sun Nov 19, 2023 4:02 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Shipping?
- Replies: 18
- Views: 1089
Re: Shipping?
3" diameter, 48" length about 107 lbs.
- Sun Nov 19, 2023 9:53 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Shipping?
- Replies: 18
- Views: 1089
Shipping?
Any advice these days on shipping? I have a piece of stock I need to move from AZ to TN.
- Thu Nov 02, 2023 8:17 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Fitting a Model A camshaft to a Model T
- Replies: 28
- Views: 1811
Re: Fitting a Model A camshaft to a Model T
I'm surprised no one has mentioned this problem. The foot of Model A lifters is larger, 1 1/8 inch or 1 3/16, for a reason. The contact point will be off the edge of a 1" lifter. You might get by with that for at least a while, but it's not considered a good idea. What's your idea "a while"? Mine h...
- Wed Nov 01, 2023 9:13 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Whippet radiator shells
- Replies: 7
- Views: 577
Re: Whippet radiator shells
Check the photos of the speedster reunion!
- Wed Nov 01, 2023 9:11 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: What oil do I use?
- Replies: 38
- Views: 1596
- Tue Oct 31, 2023 9:49 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: WTB Bosch Cross Drive Magneto set-up
- Replies: 3
- Views: 344
Re: WTB Bosch Cross Drive Magneto set-up
The castings of the cross drives are made to use a gen or non gen block
- Tue Oct 31, 2023 9:00 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: What oil do I use?
- Replies: 38
- Views: 1596
Re: What oil do I use?
Lighter oil if you run when it's cold or have a stock motor. If you keep your t in a heated garage and run during nice days it doesn't matter. Running in triple digits all day heavier oil. Synthetic will maintain it's viscosity better than conventional when it gets hot. I typically run 10-40 or 15-4...
- Mon Oct 30, 2023 12:38 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Engine stuck already?
- Replies: 18
- Views: 1265
Re: Engine stuck already?
Steve when you say the wheels turn without the motor turning in high (lever forward) is that individually, together, or opposite direction? I'm confused on your reversed spring perches. I know the forward would reverse axle camber and those are not typically easy to remove but the rear??? It is poss...
- Sun Oct 29, 2023 8:11 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Gotta be something simple - what are we missing?
- Replies: 18
- Views: 1041
Re: Gotta be something simple - what are we missing?
With your timing being off you may want to check your dist gears, one might be worn to the point of near failure.
- Fri Oct 27, 2023 3:20 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Deep sump oil pan question
- Replies: 13
- Views: 731
Re: Deep sump oil pan question
Aluminum cooling fins can't hurt, nor can a settling section that could be removed and cleaned.ModelTWoods wrote: ↑Fri Oct 27, 2023 12:44 pmJust wondering it the slight bit of extra oil capacity would be worth it, or detrimental to it.
- Fri Oct 27, 2023 11:25 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Deep sump oil pan question
- Replies: 13
- Views: 731
Re: Deep sump oil pan question
True Craig. But it was easier to say than describing all you were which is why I mentioned using an original pan as well just with holes. A windage tray was the easiest way to describe how it might come into play. Basically drill a couple holes in it allowing for it to be used as a resivour while st...
- Fri Oct 27, 2023 9:30 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Big Auction including Model T's this week
- Replies: 2
- Views: 966
Re: Big Auction including Model T's this week
I just got a 29 buick on the road after unknown years. Quite different than a T and turns out to be a good runner.
- Fri Oct 27, 2023 9:22 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Deep sump oil pan question
- Replies: 13
- Views: 731
Re: Deep sump oil pan question
What other speed stuff? Dips on the rods? You may think about using a cut T pan mounted above to eliminate windage of the crank that may starve rod bearings. Also not a bad idea to tie the 2 bottoms together allowing the trans to pull oil from the sump where it should be cooler.
- Fri Oct 27, 2023 8:38 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Fitting a Model A camshaft to a Model T
- Replies: 28
- Views: 1811
Re: Fitting a Model A camshaft to a Model T
You don't need a T nose if you run a side drive mag. The A cam rides bearing less in a T block. The notches required for fitting can be set using a plug and long drill bit st at about 90 degrees.
- Thu Oct 26, 2023 3:50 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Going Down Hill with a Ruckstell
- Replies: 32
- Views: 1845
Re: Going Down Hill with a Ruckstell
My understanding of the question was in regards to going down steep downgrades as we should all know how to go down normal hills. I consider steep to be in excess of 10 percent grade for miles. Switching off the ignition regarding the spark flooding the carb is a sure way to get someone off your tai...
- Thu Oct 26, 2023 10:18 am
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: New Engine Blocks & Cranks!!.... For Model A's
- Replies: 6
- Views: 797
Re: New Engine Blocks & Cranks!!.... For Model A's
Some are, but the vast majority "no"speedytinc wrote: ↑Tue Oct 24, 2023 11:40 amT owners willing to "step up"?
The cost is really reasonable.
- Thu Oct 26, 2023 10:15 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Going Down Hill with a Ruckstell
- Replies: 32
- Views: 1845
Re: Going Down Hill with a Ruckstell
Switch off the ignition, when you get to the bottom switch back on. On steep hills with ignition off alternate between the 3 pedals to allow oil in. Bring the car to an almost complete stop and let it roll forward until speed requires bringing to a stop again. Working this way you can safely work yo...
- Thu Oct 26, 2023 9:37 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Payment for parts
- Replies: 23
- Views: 3396
Re: Payment for parts
To those saying "don't use PP friends as you aren't protected" I have been using PayPal a long time and thanks to the IRS and PayPal if someone sends me goods and services I won't accept the money. It has cost me in the past but saved me many headaches. I'm sure there are others that feel the same.
- Thu Oct 26, 2023 9:22 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: FS: Master carb
- Replies: 5
- Views: 696
Re: FS: Master carb
You didn't mention the size . . .
- Thu Oct 26, 2023 9:14 am
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: Some Humor to Brighten Your Day II
- Replies: 270
- Views: 24023
Re: Some Humor to Brighten Your Day II
Wish I had got a picture of it but driving through TN last month I saw a church that had on their sign
Welcome
Prepare to meet your God
In itself nothing unusual but as you drive past the church on the other side is a cemetery!
Welcome
Prepare to meet your God
In itself nothing unusual but as you drive past the church on the other side is a cemetery!
- Thu Oct 26, 2023 9:04 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Best camshaft for a Rajo OHV engine
- Replies: 4
- Views: 498
Re: Best camshaft for a Rajo OHV engine
I'm pretty positive I have a stock A cam in mine with the lobes knocked off. I'm not positive due to the builders rip and I was a bit too young to remember (few weeks old) when it was assembled. So I'm going off of what I remember hearing. The lobes being cut down allow for offset rockers to make up...
- Thu Oct 26, 2023 8:57 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: They really ARE still out there!!
- Replies: 4
- Views: 935
Re: They really ARE still out there!!
Going in to get a title for my new Buick and am so glad to be far from commiefornia. All I need is bill of sale, sellers DL number, picture of vin, and to sign a statement.
- Wed Oct 25, 2023 9:21 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Morton and Brett speedster build
- Replies: 63
- Views: 6365
Re: Morton and Brett Radiator
Forget trying the valance with cardboard, use poster paper. Much better to work with.
- Fri Oct 20, 2023 7:48 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: WTB: early auto camp items
- Replies: 54
- Views: 14529
Re: WTB: early auto camp items
Optimistic as ever
- Thu Oct 19, 2023 10:11 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Coker Flaps
- Replies: 20
- Views: 1084
Re: Coker Flaps
No oil in your water pump, grease. . .
- Thu Oct 19, 2023 8:39 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: AUTO-KAMP Trailer
- Replies: 27
- Views: 2761
Re: AUTO-KAMP Trailer
At the last motorcamp. .
I also have pictures of it being taken down.
I also have pictures of it being taken down.
- Tue Oct 17, 2023 5:06 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: What to do??
- Replies: 11
- Views: 898
Re: What to do??
I know I could use the nose off the ends, gears don't hurt either
- Sun Oct 15, 2023 9:18 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Inspiration Needed for Brake Light Switch on early T with Rockies
- Replies: 22
- Views: 1035
Re: Inspiration Needed for Brake Light Switch on early T with Rockies
I use an earlier flat inspection cover. A piece of flat stock bent with a hole for a momentary off switch (opposite of a horn button) available at most any parts store. Simply mount such that the pedal presses it closed when at rest. As soon as the pedal is moved on comes the light. No springs, bail...
- Sat Oct 14, 2023 2:37 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: which wheels?
- Replies: 29
- Views: 1479
Re: which wheels?
26/27 wires are just wrong on a brass era car.
Given the options wood is the proper choice and with luck you will find in the future aftermarket period or more correct wood. If you want brass keep it era correct.
Given the options wood is the proper choice and with luck you will find in the future aftermarket period or more correct wood. If you want brass keep it era correct.
- Fri Oct 13, 2023 9:30 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Safety tip and a funny story
- Replies: 22
- Views: 1322
Re: Safety tip and a funny story
Every time I set the brake I give it a nudge forward to insure it is set regardless of the car. Good habit . . .
- Fri Oct 13, 2023 12:28 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: SCVMTFC 53rd Annual Speedster Endurance Run & Lowland Tour - Save the Date
- Replies: 35
- Views: 2299
Re: SCVMTFC 53rd Annual Speedster Endurance Run & Lowland Tour - Save the Date
It's been awhile but the past few endurance runs felt more like tours. This past motorcamp was a couple days but the terrain was more rugged than the past runs and it felt great driving over the dirt, fording streams ect. There has always been something about the endurance runs that makes you feel a...
- Wed Oct 11, 2023 11:27 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: California zero emission zones
- Replies: 115
- Views: 15695
Re: California zero emission zones
The insanity spreads. If all those people leaving CA were sane you wouldn't see the insanity spreading. Special use roads are nothing compared to TN where an antique plate only allows you to drive on the weekend! Looking at it this way all roads in TN are "zero emission zones" during the week. Over ...
- Wed Oct 11, 2023 8:57 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Starter conversion
- Replies: 21
- Views: 1214
Re: Starter conversion
Those stating there is nothing wrong with a 6v system in good working order are just as correct as saying there is nothing wrong with a good working 12v system (in a car up till now designed for 12v). The same can be said regarding jumper boxes and cables. There is no reason to carry either of these...
- Sat Oct 07, 2023 6:52 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: California zero emission zones
- Replies: 115
- Views: 15695
Re: California zero emission zones
With 2 choices people will vote for a because they are not as bad as b. We are in a sad state because regardless you get someone bad in office, less bad is still bad. Wouldn't it be refreshing for someone to actually earn your vote?
- Sat Oct 07, 2023 9:17 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: AUTO-KAMP Trailer
- Replies: 27
- Views: 2761
Re: AUTO-KAMP Trailer
I would have to disagree, far better to use it as a pattern and make several. Then once the information is gained it can go behind ropes in the museum.Matt in California wrote: ↑Sat Oct 07, 2023 2:33 am. . .With what appears to be original canvas I would think that this would be great museum piece. . .
- Sat Oct 07, 2023 9:12 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: 8 volt battery
- Replies: 41
- Views: 1668
Re: 8 volt battery
Craig, I was simply saying where they could be found. As we all know everything fits with the proper tools available.
- Fri Oct 06, 2023 7:53 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: 8 volt battery
- Replies: 41
- Views: 1668
Re: 8 volt battery
Where do you find 8 Volt batteries none of the battery suppliers I commonly use carry them! I havn't used one in 50+ years. Craig. Golf carts. They are wired 36 or 48v in series so 6 or 8 6v batteries. On the 48v you can run 6 8v instead of 8 6v saving the owner the cost of 2 batteries something co...
- Fri Oct 06, 2023 7:41 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Starter conversion
- Replies: 21
- Views: 1214
Re: Starter conversion
The starter on our, I say our as I am the third owner (dad, mom, me) has been running 12v for over 40 years now. A good original starter handles 12v fine. The bendix is the weak link. Invest in a new one especially a new spring and don't forget to retard when starting.
- Wed Oct 04, 2023 9:55 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: California zero emission zones
- Replies: 115
- Views: 15695
Re: California zero emission zones
To comment on another's previous post: The Earth's magnetic field has declined in strength by about 9 to 10% in the last 200 years. The magnetic poles have always been moving; aviation charts have both magnetic variation and magnetic deviation on them. I presume that maritime charts are the same. T...
- Mon Oct 02, 2023 8:30 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Steves 15 parts and photos
- Replies: 41
- Views: 3055
Re: Steves 15 parts and photos
The solution to helping out is simple. Divide the work, let a club/group/person take on a job whether it's rear end, transmission, front axle ect. You could have many people all over working at the same time on different parts. Then it's just a matter of transport, inspection, and assembly.
- Mon Oct 02, 2023 8:55 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Steves 15 parts and photos
- Replies: 41
- Views: 3055
Re: Steves 15 parts and photos
Bring the car back. There is emotional attachment that will overcome logic any day. Leaving it as a wreck would simply be a reminder of the pain and loss every time it is looked at or thought of. Bringing it back becomes a triumph and success when thought of which is worth more than any dollar amoun...
- Sat Sep 30, 2023 7:33 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: California zero emission zones
- Replies: 115
- Views: 15695
Re: California zero emission zones
You can vote for a little bad or a lot of bad, it's your choice for it to come fast or slow. I saw the downfall of my CA town and have seen the same thing happening everywhere I have lived (ID, FL, and TN). Perhaps people will wake up and stop it if it happens faster? Sort of frog in the water. What...
- Sat Sep 30, 2023 10:23 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Post your favorite photo with a Model T as the main subject.
- Replies: 27
- Views: 1687
Re: Post your favorite photo with a Model T as the main subject.
My first ride in the car I was just a few weeks old. Now it is mine and I'm driving with the next generation.
- Fri Sep 29, 2023 8:31 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Reminder: national motor camp in september
- Replies: 25
- Views: 1743
Re: Reminder: national motor camp in september
Some new photos
- Fri Sep 29, 2023 10:24 am
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: Vintage speedster tow rig build
- Replies: 11
- Views: 1221
Re: Vintage speedster tow rig build
Another 300+ miles logged in under 48 hours. Judging how she runs I don't see a problem as a speedster tow rig. Time to start thinking about the trailer. Some updated pictures. IMG_20230922_123756.jpg IMG_20230922_123805.jpg IMG_20230922_123809.jpg IMG_20230922_123822.jpg IMG_20230922_123742.jpg
- Fri Sep 29, 2023 10:18 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Starting a Model T
- Replies: 10
- Views: 767
Re: Starting a Model T
A model t parked in winter with the brake on . . .
Might not be the starter causing slow cranking. . .
Might not be the starter causing slow cranking. . .
- Fri Sep 29, 2023 10:05 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: California zero emission zones
- Replies: 115
- Views: 15695
Re: California zero emission zones
It's all irrelevant, the magnetic field is dropping (current estimate is 30-35%what it was in 1800). Northern lights are being seen in new reds and pinks. Sometimes as far south as FL! NOAA can't update the moving poles fast enough. Just how accurate is that compass built into a 20 year old car? Ear...
- Thu Sep 28, 2023 9:07 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: California zero emission zones
- Replies: 115
- Views: 15695
Re: California zero emission zones
Or a wood gasifier, offer a "dump" for all those yard trimmings and turn them into fuel. It would be a waste of good shine
- Thu Sep 28, 2023 9:04 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Some speedster advice, thoughts
- Replies: 10
- Views: 608
Re: Some speedster advice, thoughts
"Max" lowering is such that your pan is above your wheel rim. Lower than this you risk tearing apart your motor if you get a flat tire. Your front spring is not inverted, inverting gives you about 3/4 inch. You have later spindles (about an inch), switching to Chevy gives you about another inch. It ...
- Thu Sep 28, 2023 8:40 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: California zero emission zones
- Replies: 115
- Views: 15695
Re: California zero emission zones
Makes me glad I know have a green car, all you unlucky guys with your black T's
- Wed Sep 27, 2023 11:43 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: TN taillights
- Replies: 1
- Views: 250
TN taillights
So I was driving back late, no problem as I have gone thru the lights and not only does everything work but I can see well as well. Anyways I passed cops having pulled someone over and while I was slow, moved over ect I knew at least 1 would hop in their car and give chase and was not disappointed. ...
- Sun Sep 24, 2023 9:08 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Fabric covered wooden body speedster plans
- Replies: 14
- Views: 1080
Re: Fabric covered wooden body speedster plans
Kurt has an interesting idea. I've wondered about using fabric to cover a speedster body. My airplane is steel tube with the shape produced by dacron fabric shrunk over a frame of wooden bulkheads (1/4 inch aircraft plywood) and spruce T-head stringers run longitudinally, glued at each bulkhead. Th...
- Fri Sep 22, 2023 8:41 am
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: Some Humor to Brighten Your Day II
- Replies: 270
- Views: 24023
- Thu Sep 21, 2023 6:52 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: Vintage speedster tow rig build
- Replies: 11
- Views: 1221
Re: Vintage speedster tow rig build
800 miles is a jump for any vehicle! So were there any issues? Veneer on the dash? can you tell me more about that?is it wood or formica or? Nothing major, some cutout problems resulting in a dead battery, a bit of rust issues with the filter but that was expected. The dash is wood vaneer, I glued ...
- Thu Sep 21, 2023 10:37 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: My New Ride
- Replies: 19
- Views: 906
Re: My New Ride
So I take it motorcamping is not in the foreseeable future?
- Thu Sep 21, 2023 8:45 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Lapping brass petcocks
- Replies: 15
- Views: 666
Re: Lapping brass petcocks
Old trick, push in as you shut off rather than just turn.
- Wed Sep 20, 2023 7:01 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: Vintage speedster tow rig build
- Replies: 11
- Views: 1221
Re: Vintage speedster tow rig build
Motorcamp to IN was successful, 800 miles under her own power.
- Wed Sep 20, 2023 11:53 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Close Call.....Almost Done In
- Replies: 38
- Views: 1884
Re: Close Call.....Almost Done In
If memory serves they did a poll and 90% of drivers believe they are above average drivers.
- Tue Sep 19, 2023 2:16 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Looking to trade
- Replies: 8
- Views: 749
Re: Looking to trade
Difference being a T that has from the sound of it dialed in and ready to go. You can probably trade for a running driving 40's-50's that is ready to have everything gone thru or about to break depending on how you look at it. To find something in that frame with all the brakes done, rebuilt drive l...
- Tue Sep 19, 2023 11:45 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Close Call.....Almost Done In
- Replies: 38
- Views: 1884
Re: Close Call.....Almost Done In
Studies by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety show that roundabouts provide a: 90 percent reduction in fatal crashes; 76 percent reduction in injury crashes; 30 to 40 percent reduction in pedestrian crashes; and 10 percent reduction in bicycle crashes. Without the lights, lanes, maintenance...
- Tue Sep 19, 2023 9:32 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Reminder: national motor camp in september
- Replies: 25
- Views: 1743
Re: Reminder: national motor camp in september
Sitting down this morning I'm able to upload some pics
- Tue Sep 19, 2023 9:13 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: starter switch in a 1912
- Replies: 7
- Views: 383
Re: starter switch in a 1912
Once you use it it won't be hidden . .
Solenoid is the best option, try to get one that you can jump terminals on and mount it hidden but accessible. Tucked up in the frame seems great until "click"
Solenoid is the best option, try to get one that you can jump terminals on and mount it hidden but accessible. Tucked up in the frame seems great until "click"
- Tue Sep 19, 2023 9:09 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Looking to trade
- Replies: 8
- Views: 749
Re: Looking to trade
Giving a granddaughter a car, I'm assuming she is starting to drive otherwise her skills would be mentioned. My opinion is that what you want her to have is irrelevant to what she wants. If she has no desire or love for the old cars what she does with it whether it's a rusted T or cherry 57 converti...
- Tue Sep 19, 2023 8:54 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Speedster plans wanted
- Replies: 33
- Views: 4448
Re: Speedster plans wanted
The firewall to cowl angle and where it meets the base is one of the hardest things to get "right" looking at literally hundreds over the decades it's amazing how few look right imo of course. On the one I am building (back burner now) I used poster board to get the shape as it is far easier to work...
- Tue Sep 19, 2023 8:27 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Close Call.....Almost Done In
- Replies: 38
- Views: 1884
Re: Close Call.....Almost Done In
I just ran 800 miles this week, after being in FL so long boy is it nice to be in flyover states where the smaller roads are much more vacant and drivers more considerate.
- Tue Sep 19, 2023 8:23 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Touring Speedster
- Replies: 2
- Views: 357
Re: Touring Speedster
I have played with the idea a good bit and will be building what I consider a 10-12 tourabout. A 6 inch drop is about all you want. Beyond that if you get a flat you will be putting your motor on the ground. A touring body won't work because the lower you go the flatter you sit which makes the rear ...
- Mon Sep 18, 2023 9:13 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Reminder: national motor camp in september
- Replies: 25
- Views: 1743
Re: Reminder: national motor camp in september
The Buick completed her 800 mile shakedown trip. I have a cover gasket to make and diode cutout before I start cosmetics. The speedster is running good with a couple tweaks needed.
- Mon Sep 18, 2023 1:40 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Reminder: national motor camp in september
- Replies: 25
- Views: 1743
Re: Reminder: national motor camp in september
It was a blast, still having issues with my cutout so I'm running without a generator. 200 more miles to go to get home today. Stopped for lunch so I figured I'd upload some pics. Screenshot_20230918-123034.png Screenshot_20230918-123207.png We took the puppy and she was so good Screenshot_20230918-...
- Thu Sep 14, 2023 11:42 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Reminder: national motor camp in september
- Replies: 25
- Views: 1743
Re: Reminder: national motor camp in september
Got it therebabychadwick wrote: ↑Wed Sep 13, 2023 7:05 pmTrying to get in but I have a dead battery, maybe 30 miles out
- Wed Sep 13, 2023 7:05 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Reminder: national motor camp in september
- Replies: 25
- Views: 1743
Re: Reminder: national motor camp in september
Trying to get in but I have a dead battery, maybe 30 miles out
- Mon Sep 11, 2023 9:07 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Radiator...time to cut it shorter.
- Replies: 46
- Views: 2931
Re: Radiator...time to cut it shorter.
I just found this thread and boy are there a lot of depressing comments. If it hadn't worked it still would have gained you experience which is more valuable than what you were working with! When I was 16 I had my speedster that had a fan blade go into the honeycomb overland radiator on the car. For...
- Sat Sep 09, 2023 10:51 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: pan straightening/support question
- Replies: 30
- Views: 1253
Re: pan straightening/support question
I wonder how big flat rate boxes are made . . .Tom Dove Jr wrote: ↑Fri Sep 08, 2023 4:50 pmYIKES!! Those jigs are not for every garage, to be sure!
Tom
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- Fri Sep 08, 2023 10:03 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: What's the Secret to a Quiet T?
- Replies: 25
- Views: 1487
Re: What's the Secret to a Quiet T?
Wrap a wet towel around the muffler, if the muffler is the source you will know right away. I don't need to tell you to remove the towel before it gets hot right?
- Fri Sep 08, 2023 9:09 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Reminder: national motor camp in september
- Replies: 25
- Views: 1743
Re: Reminder: national motor camp in september
The Buick lives, motor camp here we come! The top may be missing, dents, dings lots of future work but it moved under its own power today. I just switched intake/carb, rewired everything, switched to 12v (guess that means I have 6v stuff for the swap meet), and almost have the fuel tank functional a...
- Fri Sep 08, 2023 9:03 am
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: Vintage speedster tow rig build
- Replies: 11
- Views: 1221
Re: Vintage speedster tow rig build
She lives, fuel tank isn't back in yet but I moved her out of the hole she was starting to dig (soft ground) under her own power! Now to get the tank back in and start checking things out before the trip. I have another plug for the exhaust to make where the intake was removed. Plugging by hand it's...
- Fri Sep 08, 2023 8:58 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Bocsh Magento Questions
- Replies: 23
- Views: 986
Re: Bocsh Magento Questions
Just think, it could be a DR4 with impulse that can be used as mar OR dist employing a Bosch coil switch with push button start. Talk about options!
Back on topic my grandfather wired his mag so the spark lever when fully retarded grounded the mag. To start just move down one click and crank.
Back on topic my grandfather wired his mag so the spark lever when fully retarded grounded the mag. To start just move down one click and crank.
- Thu Sep 07, 2023 9:00 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: What Overhead is this?
- Replies: 19
- Views: 1896
Re: What Overhead is this?
Looks a lot like an early Liberty Head.., They were used on boats for the most part. Thats why there is a center return on the water outlet. Not very efficient for a car with a radiator since early boats used a forced scoop system. Hank Roof liberty? I have one here, 3 port exhaust, front outlet, 2...
- Thu Sep 07, 2023 9:03 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Headlight Double Fillement Bulb
- Replies: 35
- Views: 1860
Re: Headlight Double Fillement Bulb
Puzzle solved apparently I need a ba15d automotive bulb and the seller listed as an ba15d auto/rv stop turn bulb and silly me since they never mentioned filiment or marine I assumed it was a stop/tail dual filiment ba15d base bulb. Now that I know since and I don't have time I'll simply rewire it fo...
- Wed Sep 06, 2023 5:48 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Headlight Double Fillement Bulb
- Replies: 35
- Views: 1860
Re: Headlight Double Fillement Bulb
Chad, If you have directly run two wires from -ve and +ve of the battery to the h/lamp socket and the LED doesn't light then there can only be two possible causes: (1) The LED is polarity-sensitive and the supply voltage is incorrectly polarised (2) There is an issue with the h/lamp socket (most li...
- Wed Sep 06, 2023 9:13 am
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: Vintage speedster tow rig build
- Replies: 11
- Views: 1221
Re: Vintage speedster tow rig build
Reason thinking jbweld is due to previous experience where it was a quick fix that turned into a permanent repair and held thru many miles of rough driving. The tank is baffled so the foam throughout is baffling. It is nasty though
- Tue Sep 05, 2023 10:16 am
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: Vintage speedster tow rig build
- Replies: 11
- Views: 1221
Re: Vintage speedster tow rig build
Dash is back in and wired up, the dash lights are fantastic at night. Screenshot_20230905-090658.png Screenshot_20230905-090958.png The fuel tank was leaking and I could hear something rattling around inside. I cut a hole thinking it was loose rust flakes. More like rusty dried up foam? Anyway looki...
- Tue Sep 05, 2023 10:04 am
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: Some Humor to Brighten Your Day II
- Replies: 270
- Views: 24023
Re: Some Humor to Brighten Your Day II
So he pulled the head by himself. . .
Of course I had to ask how he did it so fast . . - Tue Sep 05, 2023 9:52 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Headlight Double Fillement Bulb
- Replies: 35
- Views: 1860
Re: Headlight Double Fillement Bulb
How did an incandescent two filament bulb post become a LED wiring question post? Original post was regarding power draw and alternative options to what options might be available. My initial suggestion may have been looking into the generator and power produced but as it was regarding bulb power c...
- Tue Sep 05, 2023 8:19 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: What did I get myself into:-)
- Replies: 25
- Views: 1668
Re: What did I get myself into:-)
Be ready for someone to tell you to pull the head and check to see if you have 2 piece valves as well as tearing apart the rear end to check for bronze or babbitt washers. The coils, timer, box will be problematic as they were originally as evidenced by the multitude of accessories offered to correc...
- Tue Sep 05, 2023 7:54 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Headlight Double Fillement Bulb
- Replies: 35
- Views: 1860
Re: Headlight Double Fillement Bulb
Absolutely correct, I did that before the first post which is why I found it so puzzling. Trying that and finding no light I assumed the bulbs were bad. You can imagine my bewilderment when I put an incandescent and then they would light.
- Mon Sep 04, 2023 9:48 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Do I repair or replace?
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1009
Re: Do I repair or replace?
Working on this new to me Buick I have been confronted with "this is where you need to go to get the parts". Not having money (I have time) to toss away it feels great to restore what is original and put back into service rather than just throw money at it thru replacement. Well said Ed.
- Mon Sep 04, 2023 8:16 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Headlight Double Fillement Bulb
- Replies: 35
- Views: 1860
Re: Headlight Double Fillement Bulb
Luke- Touching a ground from negative battery post to outside of lamp and a second from the positive to the terminal at the back and no light, that eliminates the car completely. Voltage is present and correct in the socket and as expected no light as it is more complicated but still the same circui...
- Mon Sep 04, 2023 4:21 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: It's time for some professional help with my generator
- Replies: 22
- Views: 821
Re: It's time for some professional help with my generator
Cheapskate here as well and have also pieces together a generator from several. On the speedster there is an alternator that works great when it works. Right now it isn't working so either it's dead, gear is off or something. It's on my list right after the Buick is operational. Until then just char...
- Mon Sep 04, 2023 4:02 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Headlight Double Fillement Bulb
- Replies: 35
- Views: 1860
Re: Headlight Double Fillement Bulb
Perhaps it is the flow of electricity rather than the potential difference? This doesn't really make sense to me but trying the bulbs directly to a battery there is nothing. DC doesn't pulse like AC so perhaps there isn't enough resistance in the LED to complete the circuit. As a result an incandesc...
- Mon Sep 04, 2023 10:03 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: My rebodied 27 speedster
- Replies: 7
- Views: 731
Re: My rebodied 27 speedster
Tom, Are you using the original plumbing (inlet pipe and exit pipe) on that Whippet radiator? If so, does that work OK on your T motor, especially with the overhead? How'd you do that? I want to put my Whippet radiator on my speedster but I was worried I'd have to change out the plumbing to match t...
- Mon Sep 04, 2023 10:01 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Headlight Double Fillement Bulb
- Replies: 35
- Views: 1860
Re: Headlight Double Fillement Bulb
Chad, ...series with an incandescent the LED would light, but the incandescent wouldn't. Some LED's are also polarity sensitive, something I would check before going much further.... It could also be that you haven't got the correct LED lamp .. ... I would very closely inspect your wiring and groun...
- Sat Sep 02, 2023 10:21 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Headlight Double Fillement Bulb
- Replies: 35
- Views: 1860
Re: Headlight Double Fillement Bulb
Going through the wiring on this Buick I have a puzzling situation regarding the headlights which are the same as a double contact T. The LED bulbs don't work unless I put an incandescent in one socket. 2 LED nothing, either socket either LED nothing until I put a plain bulb in then the single LED l...
- Mon Aug 28, 2023 8:56 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: weld repair on axle by the keyway
- Replies: 36
- Views: 1736
Re: weld repair on axle by the keyway
I've welded one for a guy. He drives next to nothing and did not want to spend any money. It's still in the car. I would not tour with it but a parade would be fine. Unfortunately, the next caretaker might be a gung ho driver with a possible surprise waiting. No worries. A new t owner will be told ...
- Mon Aug 28, 2023 8:52 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Reminder: national motor camp in september
- Replies: 25
- Views: 1743
Re: Reminder: national motor camp in september
Okay Chad! I did a couple camping trips in my first speedster over forty years ago! I would consider that again now if I could get away and be there. A speedster for two is no worse than backpacking, and I did that also a long time ago. Sleeping bags, a ground cover tarp (don't want dampness soakin...
- Mon Aug 28, 2023 8:42 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Reminder: national motor camp in september
- Replies: 25
- Views: 1743
Re: Reminder: national motor camp in september
Okay Chad! I did a couple camping trips in my first speedster over forty years ago! I would consider that again now if I could get away and be there. A speedster for two is no worse than backpacking, and I did that also a long time ago. Sleeping bags, a ground cover tarp (don't want dampness soakin...
- Sat Aug 26, 2023 8:12 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Pinion and ring gear ratios
- Replies: 12
- Views: 1068
Re: Pinion and ring gear ratios
In a word "drivability" not knowing where you are, what you have, or how you drive it's hard to answer further. A lighter car with taller 3:1 instead of 3.63 will allow you to drop the rpms down and drive the same speed as before. Of course you may not have the power when you get to a hill. At least...