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- Fri Dec 13, 2019 10:02 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Your thoughts please.
- Replies: 37
- Views: 894
Re: Your thoughts please.
I have done some preliminary work on a electric starter conversion that would drive in place of the front pulley. It is designed around a Subaru starter (because it turns reverse from most and is a powerful double reduction type). I haven’t finished it yet (got distracted on other stuff) but as I pe...
- Wed Dec 11, 2019 5:35 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: A-B-C Electric Start Adapter, Getting it to work
- Replies: 11
- Views: 725
- Fri Dec 06, 2019 2:05 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Rocky Mountain Brakes, Stop,.... then they don't
- Replies: 13
- Views: 786
Re: Rocky Mountain Brakes, Stop,.... then they don't
What did you replace the linings with. I use woven style linings on my AC brakes. I have seen various materials offered as brake linings
- Fri Dec 06, 2019 12:23 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Rocky Mountain Brakes, Stop,.... then they don't
- Replies: 13
- Views: 786
Re: Rocky Mountain Brakes, Stop,.... then they don't
I wonder if the drum surface has become polished to a “glazed” finish. I presume that the possibility of any oil being on the surface has been eliminated. Just some thoughts
- Thu Dec 05, 2019 11:17 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Using the original generator in a 12v car?
- Replies: 3
- Views: 454
Re: Using the original generator in a 12v car?
Lots of people have done this. 1. Replace the cutout internals with a diode 2 set the current output to about 1/2 of what you would consider for a 6 volt system. So probably a maximum of 5 amps. When I have done this I disconnected the field ground connection inside the generator and brought it out ...
- Tue Dec 03, 2019 10:04 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Removing “Dummy bearings” from rear axle tubes with safety hubs
- Replies: 31
- Views: 750
Re: Removing “Dummy bearings” from rear axle tubes with safety hubs
Steve
Just wondering about your “press fit” comment on the inside race. Press fit on the rotating race is the rule. A slip fit on the non rotating race is just fine! Otherwise you run the risk of removing all the internal clearance in the bearings
Just wondering about your “press fit” comment on the inside race. Press fit on the rotating race is the rule. A slip fit on the non rotating race is just fine! Otherwise you run the risk of removing all the internal clearance in the bearings
- Tue Dec 03, 2019 8:11 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: What is the Axle shaft diameter ?
- Replies: 7
- Views: 441
Re: What is the Axle shaft diameter ?
I’ll let Kerry solve it with the modified sleeves. I sure don’t need another project!!
- Fri Nov 29, 2019 9:40 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: What do you use to heat your (freezing) shop for your T?
- Replies: 44
- Views: 1902
Re: What do you use to heat your (freezing) shop for your T?
I heat 6,000 sq ft using natural gas fired hot glycol in floor heat. The boiler is not located in the shop to eliminate any risk of CO of from gasoline leaks from cars I guess it costs me about $150.00 per month in the winter. I only heat to about 50degrees F or so and wear a warm jacket in the wint...
- Thu Nov 28, 2019 9:02 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: What is the Axle shaft diameter ?
- Replies: 7
- Views: 441
Re: What is the Axle shaft diameter ?
Considering that good Hyatt’s are getting hard to find, I have considered making some over sized axle shafts. Probably at least.005 bigger
- Sun Nov 17, 2019 7:56 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Paterson speedo drive
- Replies: 6
- Views: 267
Re: Paterson speedo drive
Tim
So which version did you make? What material?
So which version did you make? What material?
- Sun Nov 17, 2019 7:13 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Paterson speedo drive
- Replies: 6
- Views: 267
Re: Paterson speedo drive
There are a number of different ratios. I think I have the list. Depends on rear axle ratio and tire size
- Sun Nov 17, 2019 7:09 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Stronghold accessory brake mounting question
- Replies: 4
- Views: 283
Re: Stronghold accessory brake mounting question
They seem to resemble small drum AC (which I have two sets of). Looks right to me
- Fri Nov 15, 2019 11:55 am
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: 26-27 Canadian Accessory Ford Stop/Tail Light
- Replies: 14
- Views: 587
- Thu Nov 14, 2019 10:00 am
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: 26-27 Canadian Accessory Ford Stop/Tail Light
- Replies: 14
- Views: 587
Re: 26-27 Canadian Accessory Ford Stop/Tail Light
I have actually seen and touched ONE in my 45 years in the hobby
- Wed Nov 13, 2019 9:24 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: My techy son and my speedster
- Replies: 11
- Views: 1045
Re: My techy son and my speedster
Speedway sells some pretty good tubing bend kits. All mandrel bends so you can cut part way along a bend and the tubing is still round. They also have collectors.
I like his design
I like his design
- Mon Nov 11, 2019 6:02 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: Off topic: driving from Alaska to lower 48 in a few weeks
- Replies: 4
- Views: 571
Re: Off topic: driving from Alaska to lower 48 in a few weeks
I have done the trip a couple of times and the Alaska Highway through Fort Nelson, Fort St John and on through Alberta is well maintained
- Sun Nov 10, 2019 10:24 am
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Need help identifying a radiator and cap
- Replies: 11
- Views: 622
Re: Need help identifying a radiator and cap
It would not be that difficult to make a cap to fit
The cheap and easy might be from a piece of aluminum round bar. Yes you need a metal lathe
The cheap and easy might be from a piece of aluminum round bar. Yes you need a metal lathe
- Sun Nov 10, 2019 12:41 am
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Need help identifying a radiator and cap
- Replies: 11
- Views: 622
Re: Need help identifying a radiator and cap
Ordinary vinegar works pretty good for cleaning this type of radiator. My approach is; Figure out a way to seal the neck temporarily. Perhaps a piece of bicycle inner tube would fit. Now lay it carefully face down and pour vinegar into it through the lower connector. You will probably need a couple ...
- Sun Nov 03, 2019 6:41 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: I think of Ralph Ricks around this time of year
- Replies: 18
- Views: 891
Re: I think of Ralph Ricks around this time of year
Great guy. I had a couple of great visits
- Thu Oct 31, 2019 6:19 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: The start of my TwinT project
- Replies: 34
- Views: 1867
Re: The start of my TwinT project
A set of “fork and blade” connecting rods would deal with the cylinders being perfectly offset so the two centre mains can just bolt together
- Thu Oct 31, 2019 6:15 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: The start of my TwinT project
- Replies: 34
- Views: 1867
Re: The start of my TwinT project
Upon reflection it would make more sense to have the camshafts etc on top and just make some drain slots for the oil or perhaps just stay splash and have a oil transfer pump to add the oil into the main bearings to keep the splash maintained
- Thu Oct 31, 2019 5:45 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: The start of my TwinT project
- Replies: 34
- Views: 1867
Re: The start of my TwinT project
I’ve thought about building a “boxer” opposed 8 using 2 T blocks. Put the RH side block laying on the valve train side. Put the LH side block in backwards so it is also laying on the valve train side. Run a chain drive between the two camshafts. Bore some big holes on the cam side of the two blocks ...
- Wed Oct 30, 2019 8:33 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: New accessory item, GUESS
- Replies: 43
- Views: 1993
Re: New accessory item, GUESS
Brian
I have thought about doing variable valve timing. The concept has merit!
I have thought about doing variable valve timing. The concept has merit!
- Wed Oct 30, 2019 11:17 am
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Safety Hub Options Preference and Opinions
- Replies: 10
- Views: 654
Re: Safety Hub Options Preference and Opinions
I have made my own for many years. I have always let them float. If you actually torque off/ break a axle the friction of the close fit (about.002-.004 clearances) to the tube along with the O ring will easily keep the wheel in place while you stop. Just my opinion. Now I just might install a set sc...
- Sun Oct 27, 2019 10:38 am
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Leather rear axle seals
- Replies: 11
- Views: 542
Re: Leather rear axle seals
Thank you for the responses. Some things to think about. Personally, in 45 years of T driving there are probably many things I haven’t experienced. I quite like the one with the coil spring and leather. I might try making some
- Sun Oct 27, 2019 12:29 am
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Leather rear axle seals
- Replies: 11
- Views: 542
Leather rear axle seals
Apparently these are no longer available. Personally I really like them as I found them to be extremely “forgiving “. So I’m thinking about making some. The formed leather part is pretty simple. The round disc of spring steel is also simple. The formed spring washer is slightly trickier, but with La...
- Fri Oct 25, 2019 10:37 am
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Cutting axle tubes for floating hubs
- Replies: 15
- Views: 789
Re: Cutting axle tubes for floating hubs
Herm’s approach is good and resembles the era design which I started using 40 years ago. I have now reduced the ball bearing size a bit to make it easier to fit into the small drum brake. I hold it onto the inside adapter with a snap ring. Still LOTS of load capacity!! I have a couple of other “devi...
- Thu Oct 24, 2019 8:15 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Cutting axle tubes for floating hubs
- Replies: 15
- Views: 789
Re: Cutting axle tubes for floating hubs
A little background information The large bearing conversions were offered and used in the T era. The “other options” that are referred to have a history of problems ranging from REALLY REALLY difficult to disassemble to wheel loss while driving due to axle failures. IF you have good Hyatt bearings ...
- Wed Oct 23, 2019 12:32 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: TrueFire Timer Rotor Part Source
- Replies: 9
- Views: 579
Re: TrueFire Timer Rotor Part Source
Eric
1. Round objects are typically easier to make
2. The magnets are a press fit, so a plastic is MUCH “friendlier” than brass or aluminum without totally changing the design
1. Round objects are typically easier to make
2. The magnets are a press fit, so a plastic is MUCH “friendlier” than brass or aluminum without totally changing the design
- Tue Oct 22, 2019 4:00 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: TrueFire Timer Rotor Part Source
- Replies: 9
- Views: 579
Re: TrueFire Timer Rotor Part Source
I guess I have been lucky having run one since 2001 on my ‘13. I have a spare unit and just examined the rotor and I can now understand the risk. I have been thinking about some solutions. The easy one would just be to make some new plastic ones. Does anyone know exactly what type of plastic they we...
- Sat Oct 19, 2019 2:42 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: a "better" paint gun?
- Replies: 7
- Views: 726
Re: a "better" paint gun?
Once you have used a “electrostatic” paint gun you will never want to go back for painting metal.
The paint wraps around and gets virtually all surfaces uniformly.
Not practical for the hobiest
The paint wraps around and gets virtually all surfaces uniformly.
Not practical for the hobiest
- Sat Oct 12, 2019 9:54 am
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Any ideas about removing a stubborn wheel key?
- Replies: 30
- Views: 1260
Re: Any ideas about removing a stubborn wheel key?
The axle shaft is made from quenched and tempered material. Heating it will affect the properties of it.
If you are running safety hubs I wouldn’t worry. With original Hyatt bearings maybe
If you are running safety hubs I wouldn’t worry. With original Hyatt bearings maybe
- Fri Oct 11, 2019 10:35 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Any ideas about removing a stubborn wheel key?
- Replies: 30
- Views: 1260
Re: Any ideas about removing a stubborn wheel key?
Tim
Please note that he has already used heat, so not much to lose anymore
Please note that he has already used heat, so not much to lose anymore
- Fri Oct 11, 2019 6:32 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Any ideas about removing a stubborn wheel key?
- Replies: 30
- Views: 1260
Re: Any ideas about removing a stubborn wheel key?
I would heat the key RED hot. Focus the heat using a acetylene torch as much as possible on the key. As it cools touch a wax candle to it when it is at the point where it doesn’t really smoke. Walk away and let it thoroughly cool. It should now remove fairly easily. The science is as follows. The ke...
- Wed Oct 09, 2019 10:28 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Piston Options For “A” Crank T Engine
- Replies: 15
- Views: 880
Re: Piston Options For “A” Crank T Engine
Gene
Thank you for the information. Something for me to consider doing
Thank you for the information. Something for me to consider doing
- Wed Oct 09, 2019 8:15 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Climbing Hills
- Replies: 6
- Views: 605
Re: Climbing Hills
1. I see you are at 1,000 ft elevation, that will cost a bit of power
2. The cam is very likely a worn original timed “straight up “. Lots of work done on cams in the last 40 years.
3. What axle ratio are you running. Probably stock, but ?
4. What the others have mentioned
2. The cam is very likely a worn original timed “straight up “. Lots of work done on cams in the last 40 years.
3. What axle ratio are you running. Probably stock, but ?
4. What the others have mentioned
- Wed Oct 09, 2019 7:02 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Piston Options For “A” Crank T Engine
- Replies: 15
- Views: 880
Re: Piston Options For “A” Crank T Engine
Kenny I can understand the potential for spark knock. My understanding is that the mag only has 3 effective timing positions. Fully retarded is about TDC 1/2 advanced is about 15 crank degrees Fully advanced is about 30 degrees. Optimal is 20-25 degrees. Unfortunately the design of the Ford mag does...
- Wed Oct 09, 2019 6:55 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Piston Options For “A” Crank T Engine
- Replies: 15
- Views: 880
Re: Piston Options For “A” Crank T Engine
On a side note, I would like to hear about the experiences that people have had running the cast aluminum connecting rods that used to be available for running stock T pistons with A crank? I have a unmachined set. I could see using them in a pressure oiled engine without babbit (aluminum straight o...
- Wed Oct 09, 2019 11:41 am
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Brake or Break
- Replies: 4
- Views: 650
Re: Brake or Break
Thank you for the smile.
I enjoy when people rewrite the laws of physics!
I enjoy when people rewrite the laws of physics!
- Tue Oct 08, 2019 11:57 am
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Piston Options For “A” Crank T Engine
- Replies: 15
- Views: 880
Re: Piston Options For “A” Crank T Engine
What is the “compression height” of these pistons?
I have a 2 up 2 down crank with A size journals but T stroke and I don’t have any pistons yet
I have a 2 up 2 down crank with A size journals but T stroke and I don’t have any pistons yet
- Tue Oct 08, 2019 11:54 am
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Piston Options For “A” Crank T Engine
- Replies: 15
- Views: 880
Re: Piston Options For “A” Crank T Engine
Those look like a interesting piston choice.
To compensate for the flat top I would consider offsetting the wrist pin bushings. Obviously need to be careful that the rings stay in the cylinder bore.
To compensate for the flat top I would consider offsetting the wrist pin bushings. Obviously need to be careful that the rings stay in the cylinder bore.
- Tue Oct 08, 2019 11:20 am
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Looking for a wheel
- Replies: 11
- Views: 624
Re: Looking for a wheel
Very interesting. As a Canadian I “assumed “(dangerously) that they were 30x3-1/2.
I need to do some measurements.
I am thinking about putting them on a speedster built with a 13 engine. The 3 wheels I have are nice and tight.
Always something to learn
I need to do some measurements.
I am thinking about putting them on a speedster built with a 13 engine. The 3 wheels I have are nice and tight.
Always something to learn
- Mon Oct 07, 2019 10:39 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Looking for a wheel
- Replies: 11
- Views: 624
Looking for a wheel
I need one wheel (prefer rear but easily converted) like this picture
- Mon Oct 07, 2019 2:28 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: What am I looking at?
- Replies: 10
- Views: 745
Re: What am I looking at?
There should be a decent supply of really good rear hubs. I did a production run about 20 years ago
- Sun Oct 06, 2019 7:17 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: What am I looking at?
- Replies: 10
- Views: 745
Re: What am I looking at?
They should have added a ring to the outside of the flange area to properly support the wheel against the bolts. A wire wheel hub is bigger in diameter at the flange
- Wed Oct 02, 2019 12:17 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Daytime Running Lights
- Replies: 12
- Views: 942
Re: Daytime Running Lights
Dave
In Canada all new vehicles have had DTRL since I believe 1990.
Older vehicles are “grandfathered” just like seat belts etc and don’t legally require them
In Canada all new vehicles have had DTRL since I believe 1990.
Older vehicles are “grandfathered” just like seat belts etc and don’t legally require them
- Tue Oct 01, 2019 12:55 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Daytime Running Lights
- Replies: 12
- Views: 942
Re: Daytime Running Lights
Larry
It improves your chances of getting there alive in one piece!!
Each to their own of course
It improves your chances of getting there alive in one piece!!
Each to their own of course
- Sun Sep 29, 2019 10:34 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Reverse question
- Replies: 4
- Views: 431
Re: Reverse question
If you set it to tight you will likely destroy the reverse drum, especially if you have Kevlar bands.
So set just tight enough so you can back up successfully
So set just tight enough so you can back up successfully
- Sat Sep 28, 2019 8:44 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Source of knock found!
- Replies: 6
- Views: 617
Re: Source of knock found!
John
Considering the time of year, here is my thoughts
The crank is quite likely out of round.
So remove the crank and get it ground. Probably should be no problem cleaning up at .020 undersize
.020 rods should be easy to get
Considering the time of year, here is my thoughts
The crank is quite likely out of round.
So remove the crank and get it ground. Probably should be no problem cleaning up at .020 undersize
.020 rods should be easy to get
- Thu Sep 26, 2019 6:30 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Front engine mount accessory ?
- Replies: 4
- Views: 444
Re: Front engine mount accessory ?
I agree with Kevin
- Mon Sep 23, 2019 8:20 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Three to One Gears
- Replies: 15
- Views: 1030
Re: Three to One Gears
Dave
The only 40 tooth crown that will work with a 13 tooth pinion is a original genuine Ruckstell one which would give me 3.075-1. A stock 40 tooth crown is mounted to close to the pinion I’m pretty sure!!
The only 40 tooth crown that will work with a 13 tooth pinion is a original genuine Ruckstell one which would give me 3.075-1. A stock 40 tooth crown is mounted to close to the pinion I’m pretty sure!!
- Sun Sep 22, 2019 8:08 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Counterweight opinions
- Replies: 11
- Views: 735
Re: Counterweight opinions
Some years ago a guy did a great study on how much the back of the transmission moved around from the force applied to the transmission pedals. He measured significant deflection (irrespective of the pan being straightened (which I fully endorse))relative to the engine block.
- Sun Sep 22, 2019 7:32 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Three to One Gears
- Replies: 15
- Views: 1030
Re: Three to One Gears
I really like the 12 tooth pinion (gives 3.25-1with a 39 tooth crown or a 3.33-1 with a 49 tooth Ruckstell crown ). Yes you need to buy it separate, but hey it’s only money!!!
- Sun Sep 22, 2019 7:23 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Counterweight opinions
- Replies: 11
- Views: 735
Re: Counterweight opinions
Scott Thank you for the kind words regarding the “floating transmission shaft “(my invention) I also believe in counterweights for the T crank. But I will qualify about this, for people like me with the patience and skills, bolt on Dunn weights are a great cheap solution. But I recognize that I am p...
- Sun Sep 22, 2019 12:27 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Rear axle low howl
- Replies: 17
- Views: 851
Re: Rear axle low howl
Chaffin
Might you have the sides reversed. I thought the Ruckstell was on the left (usually drivers side)?
Might you have the sides reversed. I thought the Ruckstell was on the left (usually drivers side)?
- Thu Sep 19, 2019 9:34 am
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: A new wireless turn signal for your model T
- Replies: 3
- Views: 487
Re: A new wireless turn signal for your model T
George
Thank you for the information. Looks interesting
Thank you for the information. Looks interesting
- Wed Sep 18, 2019 9:17 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: I don't think this a magnet charger
- Replies: 8
- Views: 793
Re: I don't think this a magnet charger
I don’t know what everyone else has against it. My guess is it would work just fine with a 12 volt battery hooked to the two terminals and close the switch. If it doesn’t have continuity check the connections. Worst case rewind it. I’m quite sure the laminated metal core can be easily disassembled a...
- Tue Sep 17, 2019 11:45 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Magneto headlight problem
- Replies: 9
- Views: 566
Re: Magneto headlight problem
Just a guess. The T magneto puts out AC. Perhaps a problem for one of the bulbs?
- Tue Sep 17, 2019 9:48 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Steering Issue Has Me Stumped
- Replies: 18
- Views: 1143
Re: Steering Issue Has Me Stumped
I think the problem is the drag link. There are various options
- Mon Sep 16, 2019 3:07 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Front Plate Oil Pump ID
- Replies: 4
- Views: 443
Re: Front Plate Oil Pump ID
Gene
Thank you for the information
All the best
Thank you for the information
All the best
- Sun Sep 15, 2019 9:09 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: tripple gear bushings conversion to needle bearings
- Replies: 20
- Views: 1183
Re: tripple gear bushings conversion to needle bearings
I’ve run a essentially stock T transmission at 4000 rpm plus with zero problems. I will qualify that I oil them from the inside via a hole down the inside of the main shaft connected to the pressure oiled rear main
- Sun Sep 15, 2019 8:40 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Front Plate Oil Pump ID
- Replies: 4
- Views: 443
Re: Front Plate Oil Pump ID
I have a generator that would work good with it as it has a distributor on the back of it
- Sun Sep 15, 2019 8:39 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Front Plate Oil Pump ID
- Replies: 4
- Views: 443
Re: Front Plate Oil Pump ID
Really cute!!
I wonder if it is a “vane style “
Great find
I wonder if it is a “vane style “
Great find
- Sun Sep 15, 2019 8:36 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: When did the 26-7 style block start production
- Replies: 6
- Views: 405
Re: When did the 26-7 style block start production
So the frame number makes it a December 1925 car. It has a big drum rear axle.
The engine is a 21 block. My confusion is the big pedals in the earlier style hogshead. Obviously not necessarily a real mystery
The engine is a 21 block. My confusion is the big pedals in the earlier style hogshead. Obviously not necessarily a real mystery
- Sun Sep 15, 2019 6:07 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: When did the 26-7 style block start production
- Replies: 6
- Views: 405
Re: When did the 26-7 style block start production
Jeff
I will have to check that out
I will have to check that out
- Sun Sep 15, 2019 6:06 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: When did the 26-7 style block start production
- Replies: 6
- Views: 405
Re: When did the 26-7 style block start production
All interesting.
I have seen a original era picture of a early ‘26 touring with the small drum rear axle (this car was leaving on a sea to sea cross Canada trip and was a brand new car)!
So while Ford introduced some things in Canada first, it was certainly not always the case
I have seen a original era picture of a early ‘26 touring with the small drum rear axle (this car was leaving on a sea to sea cross Canada trip and was a brand new car)!
So while Ford introduced some things in Canada first, it was certainly not always the case
- Sun Sep 15, 2019 3:20 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: When did the 26-7 style block start production
- Replies: 6
- Views: 405
When did the 26-7 style block start production
I pose this question because I have a early production 26 coupe that has the wide pedals but doesn’t have the top ears on the hogshead (or the attachment points in the block). Now I realize that in the 93 years that the engine quite possibly was changed. It is just that this car is so “unmolested” t...
- Fri Sep 13, 2019 6:25 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: tripple gear bushings
- Replies: 58
- Views: 2263
Re: tripple gear bushings
This has all been “entertaining “!
I will continue with my policy of reusing original T bushings in conjunction with new pins (unless they are excessively worn) I’m Ok with clearances in the.008” range. My freshly rebuilt engines are quieter than most of the ones I hear
I will continue with my policy of reusing original T bushings in conjunction with new pins (unless they are excessively worn) I’m Ok with clearances in the.008” range. My freshly rebuilt engines are quieter than most of the ones I hear
- Thu Sep 12, 2019 7:52 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Fan, distant from radiator
- Replies: 9
- Views: 480
Re: Fan, distant from radiator
If it doesn’t actually boil, I wouldn’t worry about it
- Wed Sep 11, 2019 8:11 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Oil sight gauge issue
- Replies: 27
- Views: 1484
Re: Oil sight gauge issue
Which is why I like to add a dipstick to my T engines.
Glass sediment bowl; I’ve never seen one under a T
Glass sediment bowl; I’ve never seen one under a T
- Wed Sep 11, 2019 6:49 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Best, Easiest standard transmission conversion for 27 T
- Replies: 20
- Views: 1133
- Wed Sep 11, 2019 6:43 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Seized piston
- Replies: 10
- Views: 810
Re: Seized piston
Art A very interesting and plausible theory. Further to that, I would suspect that the amount the bolt is tightened would have a effect. I personally don’t tighten those particular bolts very much and of course I rely on high temp Loktite to keep them in place. Perhaps this is why I have never exper...
- Tue Sep 10, 2019 10:28 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Strange Noise on Ford Model T engine
- Replies: 17
- Views: 819
Re: Strange Noise on Ford Model T engine
Great news
All the best
All the best
- Tue Sep 10, 2019 8:49 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Best, Easiest standard transmission conversion for 27 T
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- Views: 1133
Re: Best, Easiest standard transmission conversion for 27 T
Nice looking adapter Hank!!
- Tue Sep 10, 2019 8:15 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Best, Easiest standard transmission conversion for 27 T
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- Views: 1133
Re: Best, Easiest standard transmission conversion for 27 T
Absolutely right Hank!!
- Tue Sep 10, 2019 8:10 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Differential gear 2502B
- Replies: 16
- Views: 575
Re: Differential gear 2502B
I guess the issue is that there are LOTS of axle gears and I don’t recall a worn out one
- Tue Sep 10, 2019 5:34 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Latest Project: Manhole cover kingpins
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- Views: 877
Re: Latest Project: Manhole cover kingpins
I enjoy making stuff too. Especially the “brain teaser “ part of trying to figure out the best/cheapest way to a quality item!!
Looks great Scott
Looks great Scott
- Tue Sep 10, 2019 4:50 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Camshaft Pitting- How much is too much?
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- Views: 655
Re: Camshaft Pitting- How much is too much?
It probably has 2 piece valves. They keep turning up as a serious problem by breaking. If you have the 2 piece valves, then I m going to vote to change them AND the cam (and probably the lifters). Lots of guys probably have lots of better cams laying on the shelf that they don’t plan to use, so mayb...
- Tue Sep 10, 2019 2:00 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Best, Easiest standard transmission conversion for 27 T
- Replies: 20
- Views: 1133
Re: Best, Easiest standard transmission conversion for 27 T
Now IF he was looking for a 4 speed or a automatic then I could offer some true insight into some solutions. A Volvo 4 speed can be bolted in the same space that a Warford takes. 4 speed all synchro!! Or 4 or 5 speed from a Mustang 2. Drive line gets a bit more complicated
- Tue Sep 10, 2019 12:13 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Seized piston
- Replies: 10
- Views: 810
Re: Seized piston
Unfortunately it happened to me also many years ago when I believed the manufacturers recommended piston clearance. Now I fit for.005” clearance minimum!! Another thing that can get you is when you check your oil using the Ford test cocks. ALWAYS be sure you actually have a bit of flow. Just the app...
- Tue Sep 10, 2019 10:55 am
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: tripple gear bushings
- Replies: 58
- Views: 2263
Re: tripple gear bushings
I am also a trained engineer and I spent my career as a rotating equipment specialist and inventor. Model T builder and driver for 45 years. My fastest T powered T speedster does 100 mph. I have put many thousands of miles on the cars I have built
- Mon Sep 09, 2019 10:18 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: tripple gear bushings
- Replies: 58
- Views: 2263
Re: tripple gear bushings
Jeff It would appear that the bushings seized to the pins. This seems to be a all to common problem when people fit new bushings too tight to new pins. I have never seen this happen when original Ford bushings are run on new pins. In regards to the needle roller system I have those in service on a h...
- Mon Sep 09, 2019 7:14 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Best, Easiest standard transmission conversion for 27 T
- Replies: 20
- Views: 1133
Re: Best, Easiest standard transmission conversion for 27 T
Mike
In my case I got really lucky and found a original era bolt in transmission conversion that replaced the original transmission and hogshead with a 3 speed sliding version built in Canada
In my case I got really lucky and found a original era bolt in transmission conversion that replaced the original transmission and hogshead with a 3 speed sliding version built in Canada
- Mon Sep 09, 2019 5:18 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Strange Noise on Ford Model T engine
- Replies: 17
- Views: 819
Re: Strange Noise on Ford Model T engine
I think it is transmission related. Perhaps try putting the rear of the car up on GOOD solid jack stands. Then try starting it in high gear (while sitting in it). See if the noise is there when the transmission is essentially not doing anything
- Mon Sep 09, 2019 5:13 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Differential gear 2502B
- Replies: 16
- Views: 575
Re: Differential gear 2502B
And I always thought that 3.63-1 was the “standard ratio”!
- Mon Sep 09, 2019 4:44 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Differential gear 2502B
- Replies: 16
- Views: 575
Re: Differential gear 2502B
Darel That gear (from your description of location) is called “pinion”. There are a number of different versions ranging from 9 tooth meshes with a 40 tooth crown 10 tooth meshes with a 40 tooth crown 11 tooth meshes with a 40 tooth crown 12 tooth meshes with a 39 or a 40 tooth crown 13 tooth meshes...
- Mon Sep 09, 2019 4:36 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Strange Noise on Ford Model T engine
- Replies: 17
- Views: 819
Re: Strange Noise on Ford Model T engine
Mario
Does it make the noise if you are driving the car?
Either in low or high gear?
Does it make the noise if you are driving the car?
Either in low or high gear?
- Mon Sep 09, 2019 4:31 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Question about cast iron HH
- Replies: 5
- Views: 428
Re: Question about cast iron HH
I have a cast iron one that I am thinking about adding the starter to.
Of course it is RH drive and finding one with a starter where I live is pretty much impossible!
Of course it is RH drive and finding one with a starter where I live is pretty much impossible!
- Mon Sep 09, 2019 1:40 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: tripple gear bushings
- Replies: 58
- Views: 2263
Re: tripple gear bushings
I just measured some new pins at .675”. So if your existing bushings are worn fairly “linearly”, And the flanges keep the gear from rubbing on the flywheel, then I would just run them. Consider that originally they used low a LOT more than we do today (plowing mud and snow etc). I doubt I drive in l...
- Mon Sep 09, 2019 12:23 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: I need a change on my TT
- Replies: 10
- Views: 687
Re: I need a change on my TT
I believe that a significantly higher “net” rear axle ratio would not gain you much in “cruising” speed. I liken it to my experience of installing a 3-1 rear axle ratio in my otherwise stock 27 roadster. On a level road with favorable conditions certainly it went a little faster. Through in some uph...
- Mon Sep 09, 2019 10:35 am
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: tripple gear bushings
- Replies: 58
- Views: 2263
Re: tripple gear bushings
I question that you actually NEED bushings. Pins, definitely yes. I have not replaced the bushings in years. Always the pins
- Sun Sep 08, 2019 3:02 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Triple Gear Pins
- Replies: 26
- Views: 1461
Re: Triple Gear Pins
I guess I’m one of the fortunate few that has one of the steel flywheels
- Sat Sep 07, 2019 4:23 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Mysterious knocking
- Replies: 6
- Views: 450
Re: Mysterious knocking
I have on rare occasion encountered the situation Norm describes and perhaps the symptoms are as he describes. This is why I recommend the dial indicator test as it will rapidly confirm or eliminate that condition. I have encountered numerous times the version I described. As I said, usually it will...
- Sat Sep 07, 2019 1:25 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Mysterious knocking
- Replies: 6
- Views: 450
Re: Mysterious knocking
I think it is most likely a loose centre main. The “rattle” at moderate speed and moderate throttle has always turned out to be about.004” clearance in the centre main. I always remove the engine and do it upside down on the bench. That makes it much easier to put a dial indicator on the journal aft...
- Mon Sep 02, 2019 4:12 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Hand cranking, left versus right hand
- Replies: 25
- Views: 1230
Re: Hand cranking, left versus right hand
This makes me think of the “correct oil “ debates!
- Mon Sep 02, 2019 2:28 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Hand cranking, left versus right hand
- Replies: 25
- Views: 1230
Re: Hand cranking, left versus right hand
I’ve been crank starting using my right hand for 45 years. On my 13 I am very “fastidious”about ensuring that the timing is fully retarded as I have a Trufire. On occasion, of course I do get a “push back “. I ensure that I am ALWAYS ready for this eventuality. I have my fist fully wrapped around th...
- Sat Aug 31, 2019 3:33 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Winter is coming, time to cut wood. Model T buzz saw
- Replies: 35
- Views: 2112
Re: Winter is coming, time to cut wood. Model T buzz saw
I would suggest a governor would be a real asset
- Sat Aug 31, 2019 3:30 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: New pre 1920 Screwdrivers
- Replies: 24
- Views: 1331
Re: New pre 1920 Screwdrivers
Thank you for the pictures
- Sat Aug 31, 2019 10:46 am
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: New pre 1920 Screwdrivers
- Replies: 24
- Views: 1331
Re: New pre 1920 Screwdrivers
Can someone post a picture?
- Fri Aug 30, 2019 12:43 pm
- Forum: 2019 General Discussion Forum
- Topic: More exhaust manifold joy
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- Views: 1114
Re: More exhaust manifold joy
Next time you have a broken off bolt consider the “weld out “ method. Find a old block and practice the technique. You will be glad to know how next time you need it. Quick and reliably easy!!