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Still searching. This may give some idea or the front & replicate for the back

Bits & pieces of info from the internet. The model is 36 FZ (not sure about the A) The 36 refers to the bore size. A more popular look alike is a 22 FZ for an Austin 7. Someone mentioned it might be for a truck do to the larger boar size
Picture of a 22 FZ

Thanks, Gary I don't intend to express any knowledge about the forum software (I'm just an old IT guy), just did a Google search. There is an "extension" that can be added to the Forum software (phpBB) https://www.phpbb.com/community/viewtopic.php?t=2557121 However adding extensions add to the comp...

Looks like tires would be the only major issue. Given you have a business use for it... I'd do about $500. Tires are a business expense so... Riverside tires for $200 ea. Depreciation/tax write off reduces the actual cost. Have fun & enjoy it.

The top brass line looks like part of the "Imperial Primer"

Where might one find one of those switches? You might search eBay. Need to be careful though, some too pricey, pot metal handle, missing key... Another option is an early 1926 -27 switch. These had no reinforcing indents (I have some.) See diff The dash I have is from a 1926 Dodge. -- 26-27 plates ...

Some early posts about #131
2009 scroll down to the end as well https://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/8 ... 1255192769
2011 https://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/1 ... 1314166861

From Ford Parts Manuals - no reference to "splash shields" or 3 or 4 dip pans

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Not sure what your looking for if this isn't it. The MTFCA Encyclopedia
https://www.mtfca.com/encyclo/index.htm

I used this on my daily driver's exhaust manifold. After an hour of driving you can touch the fabric without getting burned. The theory too is that hot gases are expelled more quickly. The company also sell's other heat shielding products https://thermotec.com/exhaust-insulation?gad_source=1&gad_cam...

Model T Fun wrote: ↑
Fri Nov 14, 2025 1:26 pm
Frank,
Distributors are in stock.

Bill Devine
Texas T Parts

Perry Goble wrote: ↑
Fri Nov 14, 2025 2:03 pm
I called them this morning and they said they are out of stock .

Bill double check. Maybe they misunderstood what was asked for.

Snyder's says OUT of STOCK Lang's doesn't list them

Just a suggestion. Since speedsters often brake the rules of authenticity it sounds like your making your own dash panel. If your exposing the Coil Box a switch on it may be the way to go. If your dash is to look like a "racer" several gauges (amp, volts, speedometer, etc) you may just get an access...

I need to exchange 4 wooden spokes for a rim with wooden spokes. The spokes are longer and a bit narrower than the regular ones. The 5/8 tenon ist longer 0,9 inch) than regular ones. Where could I get one, I could not find them at Langs or Snyders. Thankfully for your help Bernd Bernd, as someone s...

I am looking for a new 12v one control rod distributor . I suspect that your request may be an indication that TEXAS T (Birdhaven) is out of stock :o . Its the coil that makes it 6v or 12v. Copy their instructions they're a good reference for about distributor https://www.texastparts.com/mm5/mercha...

First pass - Car Wash with their doors down
Hot water & pressure wash

Ant thoughts about a bit of anti-size on the retainer positions headlight and/or reflector

Looking for some photos of period signage that would have been used on any type of delivery vehicles 1900-15. Horse drawn wagons are fine as well. Looking for some ideas and styles to get a layout for my delivery car project. This Google Search will give you some ideas. https://www.google.com/searc...

As its been said thickness is important. This is what I got. Also non-cotton, something that doesn't absorb water is better
Need to remeasure Old supplier Stock but as I recall it was very thin

Scott_Conger wrote: ↑
Sun Nov 09, 2025 8:06 pm
DON'T send USPS priority boxes to Canada. Priority boxes will break the bank.

My last mailing to Canada was a simple first class 2x4x6 inch box and it cost around $18 and was delivered in 7 days.

That was the plan.

Here are the specifics for antique vehicles from Pennsylvania DOT https://www.pa.gov/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/penndot/documents/public/dvspubsforms/bmv/bmv-fact-sheets/fs-ant.pdf Most discusses plates & distinction of Class & Antique Vehicles INSPECTION Classic vehicles are subject to an annual ...

There are websites on the internet that will mask the background of the original photo (green background). Free https://www.img2go.com/ IMG_0443.png flip it with Paint Paint changed the background when I opened the white bac kgraound image flipit.png There is no such house number 5853 on W Bloomfiel...

Unreal.... Pep-o-Mint is still Life Savers Brand The first major Life Savers building was a five-story concrete headquarters and manufacturing plant built in Port Chester, New York, in 1920. That is close where I grew up. Former Life: In 1920, the Life Savers Candy Company built its five-story headq...

Thanks Norm and Steve, I was thinking the same. I was thinking I'd have to disassemble the whole front end, which is a winter project. Where can I find the specs on the frame/axle/suspension items? I would check all these before disassembly. John This should help for specs https://modeltfordfix.com...

Found on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/Fordmod ... 873685548/

made by Auto Radiator MFG Co

Hi, would you be willing to mail to Ontario, Canada? Not a problem for me but shipping cost seems outragous. It may pay to buy two and then sell one in Canada HS Code 8536.50.90 This is the most common HS code for a standalone horn switch, as it falls under "Electrical apparatus for switching or pr...

.................. I am going to purchase an inverted eye rear main spring,and will shorten and remove as suggested several rear leaves. ............... Frontyboy. You will have to have the eyes of your existing rear main lief inverted by revering the arch. No one is doing Model T' springs anymore....

Google Lens found one for sale in Belgium . It shows a brass label on the back. Tried to zoom in but couldn't read anything. No matches just on the shield with the cross bar
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1049797 ... 243445967/

Sorry for the link. Guess you can’t trust the internet. 🤨 No problem with the link only the people responsible for service at the Parts Warehouse. The issue was simple "the nuts shipped didn't match the part number on the pouch which is what I ordered, why?". The progressive series of questions app...

Hate to hear it Gene, hope you were smarter than me & sent it as goods & services so you don’t lose anything. Talked to PayPal and asked why they still have the account I sent payment as active. If they know the person is a scammer & still allow it to be active wouldn’t that make them an accessory ...

I just talked to Steve Lang, he recommended cutting down a steering wheel nut because it’s 5/8 -16….so I ordered a steel one If you got the correct part please let me know where you got it I ordered 2 from the link above https://www.partswarehouse.com/Homelite-Ryobi-Ridgid-Hex-Nut-5-8-16-X-1-2--p/H...

Mark Nunn wrote: ↑
Tue Nov 04, 2025 9:34 am
The T in the last photo is missing a spring perch.

Not only that but a chunk of the leaf spring, drag link, right end of the axle, upper part of spindle and like someone made a wish with the radius rod too

Moxie26 wrote: ↑
Mon Nov 03, 2025 5:20 am
Need contact information for John Anderson in New York state.... Thanks in advance.

You could Google "JP Anderson Antique Automobile Wood Specialties, a company in Gerry, NY" to see what you get

Here is a sign I saw at a swap meet this weekend. I know it is a reproduction. Anyone know a source? Could not get a price, guy was not at booth. Found what seems to be an original on line, but not sure. No price on it either. Thanks for any help. Dan IMG_4794.jpeg You should have camped out next t...

Another alternative for purchasing (or selling optional payment method) is a Postal Money Order. If you send a personal check your bank & bank account number is exposed with your name & address. If you notify the seller and say "I need your address to send payment via a USPS Postal Money Order for m...

I had two of those both reported and removed. Joined the same day they sent messages but both had been board members since 2011. I turned off my email contact and will only allow messages thru the site for first contact. I have added a little extra to cover fees, think the fee is something like 3.6...

Shannon_in_Texas wrote: ↑
Sun Nov 02, 2025 11:55 pm
Frank, I sent you an email about #4. Thanks!

Check your email again for shipping & total

Walt Wise wrote: ↑
Mon Nov 03, 2025 8:20 am
Wouldn't the years be starting at 1919(battery cars), because the 1918 horn/magneto headlights has a "cogged" type button on the end to grip and turn on/off headlights?

You are correct I failed to reference the chart. I have some 1918-1922 but need to clean them up & test

The Coat of Arms is for the city of Jelenia Góra, Poland. Jelenia Góra hosted the First European Rally of Ford Model T and automobiles until 1930 from September 16 to 19, 2021. The Model T is likely one in the Cities Museum About the event (translated) https://forum.americanbreizhcar.com/viewtopic.p...

Not sure if this is NOS button & switch look unused & had two mounting screws one brass.The bracket had some rust been Evpaporusted & painted
$95 plus insured shipping will move to eBay for bids on Nov 8
I accept PayPal Family/Friends & checks. Use the forum to contact me email or PM

All these switches are used. Number 1, 2 & 3 are 1919-1925 . Number 1 sale sold to Rick Number 3 sold to Ed Number 4 is a 1927(sold to Shannon) $30 each plus shipping Brackets are $10 each plus shipping I accept PayPal Friends/Family or check use the Forum to email or PM me if interested Buttom #1.j...

TRDxB2 wrote: ↑
Sun Nov 02, 2025 2:28 pm
I have several I'll need to post them

Posting them now (3 x 1918-1925, 1926-27 and a 1915)

Since we've all seen an uptick in recent fraud activity in the Classifieds, my suggestion is to keep the forum public and Classifieds member access only. That would serve both concerns. Only "members'" can post or reply to a posting and to do so they must be logged in. "Guests" can only browse the ...

Today's wages UAW union dues are typically 1.44% of gross monthly wages for salaried workers or an amount equivalent to 2.5 hours of straight-time pay for hourly workers For everyone the tax on wages except retirees Social Security Tax For 2025, the total tax rate is 12.4%, split evenly between the ...

I have several I'll need to post them

We often overlook when comparing what things cost back in the day and what the hourly wage was at that time. https://www.bls.gov/data/inflation_calculator.htm -- $50 -- 1990 inflation.png -- -- Ford wages vary by job & location Hourly pay for entry-level positions: Approximately $16.94 to $18.75 per...

For those who use the forum as a learning tool rather than a platform to criticize. Stopped by friends shop Today & by coincidence this was there with rock hard cracked Goodyear Cord Tires.

The diamond tread pattern on the Goodyears vs the Blockleys isn't the same. The Goodyear tread is as follows: 3 diamonds 2 diamonds 3 diamonds 2 diamonds etc. The Blockley tread is as follows: 2 diamonds triangle, diamond, triangle* 2 diamonds triangle, diamond, triangle etc. * or diamond with a 90...

There are many battery manufacturers in the USA marketing products under different Brand Names Key companies with significant automotive battery manufacturing presence in the U.S. include: East Penn Manufacturing Co., Clarios (makes OPTIMA), Stryten Salina LLC (Champion, Exide, Absolyte, Centra, and...

Friend is using one of these in his non-starter. Has a second one as a back for long trips
Note the size Length 5.94"; Width 1.34"; Height 3.94" weighs 2.38 lbs & its an AGM put it anywhere battery (tape it to the dash

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Are deep cycle batteries suited for automotive use? Deep cycle batteries are NOT good for starting a car because they are not designed to provide the high-burst of power needed for an engine's starter motor. They are built to supply a steady, low amount of power over a long period. Starter batterie...

Eric Edwards wrote: ↑
Thu Oct 30, 2025 1:49 pm
Set new brass hub caps 1911-12 styje
$&5 set plus post
Eric Edwards 705 828 5405

Post the correct price $&5 & remove you phone number to avoid being scammed

Who has that for $155 and was it a golf cart battery

Building a 1914 speedster with a brass vee radiator and a dropped front axle. How many leaves can you remove from the front spring and still be safe? The bottom spring leave has been dearched some not sure how much.. For the rear spring how many leaves can be removed safely to lower the frame witho...

Can guests make posts? Because I have gotten 2 spam offers from South Africa to my post via this pages email system which I would have thought a guest would not be able to do. I would think that one should have to go through the trouble of signing up and confirming info to get more than 'read only'...

DHort wrote: ↑
Tue Oct 28, 2025 7:53 pm
I think he is still here, but he sold everything.

Do you have a link to the nut on eBay? I need one also

Hi everyone, Is he still on the forum?…….I am missing the ultra thin hexnut on my steering wheel tilt accessory….Thanks I'm in need of the lock nut also. The nut needed is a lock nut & is the same thread for all of the steering wheel nuts 5/8" x 16 thread (not a standard size). It may be the same s...

Allowing others to view the content in the MTFCA is the only way to attracted new users & possible new members to join the MTFCA. On occasion when doing a search for information I was instructed to "join" to see the response. I already have enough websites that require user & passwords so I skip joi...

After reading several discussions on 4th main bearings on this forum, I wanted to pose a question. ....... The question I have is should I replace the ball bearing 4th main with an original babbitt one, also replace the needle bearing on the drive shaft and if I should, can I use the drive shaft tu...

Gear is .5” dia. What is available is .7”. I tried to attach photo but I sbr see where I can do that her You can start the process in one of two ways. 1. In your original post you will see a pencil icon - clock on it to edit that posting based on the instructions 2, Start a new post. It will requir...

George House wrote: ↑
Tue Oct 21, 2025 11:18 am
Captured nut. See ‘K’ upper left every unit - Kelsey ?
Only $30 + USPO small flat rate.
gwhouse731(at)gmail(dot)com

Need to see the back of the lugs. Note a difference in C-17 (#118) & 1107-B

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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vehicle_registration_plates_of_California The U.S. state of California first required its residents to register their motor vehicles in 1905. Registrants provided their own license plates for display until 1914, when the state began...

These were in the mix of model T parts.
I realize that they are not Model T but thought they may have been used on a Farm. The top end looks like it would hold a wood handle clamp around, large hole in the middle, end piece ?

Nikko012 wrote: ↑
Sun Oct 26, 2025 12:58 pm
Found Switch, still need all the contact parts for the box

I may have some parts & I think I have the proper thumb nuts for the terminals too. Will send a PM & an eMail via the Forum

no restrictions on contact. Don't understand your response. If a member is not providing the parts ordered & paid for that would be theft. If the buyer mailed a check then it would be mail fraud which is a Federal crime. So why should his account me left open? Forum Rules You agree, through your us...

There are several manufacturers of what is referred to as a "California top". From what I have seen in the old Ads is that the tops are solid and don't use the existing top & top irons as in the picture. May be a unique one --- There are what appears to be hinges on the wood framed windows -- topper...

Hard to match it, but some similarities. The builder of the car did make some modifications to the original design. Top of back seat, length of cowl, steering wheel close to dash. -- possible.png redi 1.png redi 2.png redi 3.png -- -- This link has the instructions for thr RED-I-Cut need to scroll d...

There is another style on eBay for sale $275 https://www.ebay.com/itm/226455591620?c ... VrBqrPxqbg

I believe that I have seen a water pump that is in between the upper hose to the cylinder head for a Model T. This is a speciality build and it will need a water pump. The standard location for it is out as there is no more room on that side of the engine. It is driven from the fan belt and I thoug...

Need to match to the passenger side body line

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#30 is the manufacturers part number. Need to see the back & a profile to match. They appear to 11632 Kelsey No.30 Regular Wedge

I alerted Admin to revoke his User ID

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If only the right side of the block could talk! Not much in the description esp. provenance and really short on pictures...... ;) Is this the same car; https://www.goodingco.com/lot/1909-model-t-ford-touring-car/ https://rmsothebys.com/auctions/aw07/lots/r106-1909-ford-model-t-touring/ [/quote http...

Photo #7 The Hotel Arcade on 209 E Graham St Kentland, Indiana still stands.
License plate from IND

WorldChamp1914 wrote: ↑
Fri Oct 17, 2025 2:47 am
Yes, a leather steering boot.

Perhaps a bit more description might help the search.
What would the purpose of the boot be & how would it be attached so it wouldn't restrict steering movement

steering knuckle

I have several HF bar magnets. Use for holding parts while painting & for locating small parts dropped and bounced some where. Bought the NT pick up over HF quality is apparent. Has a strong magnet. -- So for when you see it -- pickup.png -- -- And when you don't drag it around the floor -- bar mag....

“There is never enough time to do it right, but there is always enough time to do it over.” ~John W. Bergman"

From the North West Speedster Gallery https://www.nwvs.org/CarPhotos/CarThumbNails.shtml
About 1000 pictures

Just a few of what there. White looks great with Brass

FWIW Leaf springs specifications are measured independently, unattached to anything, eye to eye. Several sources indicate the main for the 7 leaf is 33-1/4". Measuring leaves clamped together or under load would give a different reading. https://mtfca.com/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?t=14560 https://www.mt...

Wayne, #8's larger license plate looks like a 1923-24 Texas plate to me. The larger plate is a 1919 TEXAS plate has vertical TEXAS left & right. The 1925 plate has TEXAS on the left but the year on the right. The smaller plate underneath appears to be a "Motor Vehicle License Seal" issued each year...

The spindle arms are worn & not sure if they are the same. The left one looks straight and the right (speedo gear) looks to have the curve but its upwards instead on downwards.

Looks like too much pressure in the rear tires for the load they are carrying. The front tire looks normal. My T wears the rear tires faster than the front. Driving habits and traffic conditions will affect tire wear. Excess wear in the tread center almost always indicates too much air pressure for...

You might try attaching, taping, some small diameter hose (like fish tank air hose) to a shop-vac. The idea is not to suck it up but to use it as a grabber. Your likely going to suck up other unknown substances as well.

Award winner... belongs to a friend

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Mark Chaffin wrote: ↑
Tue Sep 02, 2025 6:27 pm

More progress. Almost ready for paint.

Where did you get the cycle fenders & what are the dimensions? Been looking to get some

Original Smith wrote: ↑
Fri Oct 03, 2025 1:30 pm
What is a AGM battery?

https://www.interstatebatteries.com/blo ... gm-battery

Another excellent edition of Vintage Ford arrived yesterday. On pages 40-41 the author describes how to make a three-inch-long extension for torquing head bolts near the firewall. He concludes the article by saying "No, the added 3" does not change the amount of torque applied." No explanation is g...

I would like to know what my option are for a small agm battery? I would use it for 3 led lights on my touring car. Thanks Ralph The specification for your need is Ah ampere hours and one that can take frequent recharging. These are often sport or lawn&garden batteries These are some examples &repu...

Does anyone know what the procedure is for drilling a hole in safety glass to install a through the windshield spotlight? Can it be done without taking the glass out of the frame? Should I take it to a glass shop? Take it to someone that knows how to do it. Time is money & so is the windshield. htt...

Photo #6: three men in the ‘10 or ‘11 touring— A hood with louvers ? and the most unusual front axle shock absorbers. Anybody seen these before ? There are two kinds of shocks. -- shockkkkks.png -- -- The more popular Hartford style. -- 1_ea4a38d058f2ed6201dfc716f85f472e.jpg -- -- The other coil is...

More about the Ferry Photo.

Take a look at bicycle lights & reflectors too. They have a variety of styles and mounting options, some even have a blinking option https://www.google.com/search?client=firefox-b-1-d&sca_esv=6a46622504ef503e&udm=2&fbs=AIIjpHxU7SXXniUZfeShr2fp4giZ1Y6MJ25_tmWITc7uy4KIeioyp3OhN11EY0n5qfq-zEMZldv_eRjZ2...

I stand it upright on the firewall end folded like a W. Always a good time to lube the hinge rods

Pep C Strebeck wrote: ↑
Fri Sep 26, 2025 10:50 pm
I think that is a Model A radiator, not model T. Look at the mounting tabs for the radiator shroud.

I agree with you, it is a Model A radiator. The neck, brackets & overflow tube match.

Couldn't key tumblers be reproduced via 3d printing?? I'm think so. The "tumbles" itself has no moving parts. There are slots for wafers that provided the locking there are just three different guide positions in the keyways but just one would provide for 8 different key combinations (with a center...

Some years ago, there was someone selling 21" solid aluminum disk wheels. Does anyone here have these wheels? Are the any good? Are they still available to purchase? Found this but no longer available. Looked up bill7472 & its Antique Motor Sports https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_ssn=bill7472&store...

Can anyone tell whether the license plate is California? In 1926 my grandfather and my uncle drove from Los Angeles on the "new" route 66 and the Lincoln highway to Plymouth rock. Then they went to northern New York and to Sterling Ontario, Canada and back. Somewhere along the way they went off the...

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