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- Wed Mar 03, 2021 4:23 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: WANTED, AMOCO TF Spark Plugs, N.O.S. 2 needed.
- Replies: 3
- Views: 246
Re: WANTED, AMOCO TF Spark Plugs, N.O.S. 2 needed.
If you have a set of 4 that you don't want to break up, let me know. Still looking for plugs
- Tue Mar 02, 2021 11:55 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: 23 T Front mount
- Replies: 11
- Views: 295
Re: 23 T Front mount
Looks like there is a nub on the backside of the front engine bearing mount that is on the frame, that is hitting the oil pan. Does this bearing have a front and back? I think, if I turn the mount 180 degrees it will work. Or, is the bearing just worn out? 0302211926a.jpg0302211926a (1).jpg Yes it ...
- Sun Feb 28, 2021 5:38 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: K R Wilson false cam question.
- Replies: 7
- Views: 395
Re: K R Wilson false cam question.
Not the best of examples, I know, but it is what I have. Checked at 3 different points along the length and each one comes in at 1.001". Hopefully this is helpful for you.
- Sun Feb 28, 2021 1:08 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: WANTED, AMOCO TF Spark Plugs, N.O.S. 2 needed.
- Replies: 3
- Views: 246
Re: WANTED, AMOCO TF Spark Plugs, N.O.S. 2 needed.
Still in need of 2 plugs, any help is appreciated.
- Sat Feb 27, 2021 10:33 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Generator Mounting Bolts
- Replies: 11
- Views: 298
Re: Generator Mounting Bolts
My non running, new to me, 1924 TT has a starter and a generator block off plate. I'm not sure why someone put the plate on it? I bought a used generator and need the mounting bolts to get it hooked up. Are the bolts something that I can pick up at the hardware store if so what size, or do I need t...
- Tue Feb 23, 2021 9:00 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Transmission Inspection Cover, Plexiglass.
- Replies: 12
- Views: 991
Re: Transmission Inspection Cover, Plexiglass.
Yes it was posted before - BUT no video's were indicated About 20 years ago!! Bud. :D I guess I should clarify; I don't know if any VIDEOS of this have been posted before? It does not look like that is the case, although there are previous threads on the topic that do include photographs.
- Tue Feb 23, 2021 2:43 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Transmission Inspection Cover, Plexiglass.
- Replies: 12
- Views: 991
Transmission Inspection Cover, Plexiglass.
I don't know if videos of this had been posted before but I came across these last night and thought I would share a couple of the links. The standard inspection cover was changed out with a plexiglass one so you can see what is happening inside. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2m-za3o-lWo https://w...
- Sun Feb 21, 2021 12:50 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: WANTED, AMOCO TF Spark Plugs, N.O.S. 2 needed.
- Replies: 3
- Views: 246
Re: WANTED, AMOCO TF Spark Plugs, N.O.S. 2 needed.
Still looking.
- Sat Feb 20, 2021 7:22 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: 1925 Model T Ford scale model running
- Replies: 8
- Views: 436
Re: 1925 Model T Ford scale model running
He says in the comments for the video;
"Hola la maqueta tiene un motor a pilas que simula el sonido del motor."
This would translate to;
"Hello, the model has a battery-powered motor that simulates the sound of the motor."
A great and very detailed model, but not a gas engine.
"Hola la maqueta tiene un motor a pilas que simula el sonido del motor."
This would translate to;
"Hello, the model has a battery-powered motor that simulates the sound of the motor."
A great and very detailed model, but not a gas engine.
- Fri Feb 19, 2021 2:51 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: What safety wire?
- Replies: 26
- Views: 905
Re: What safety wire?
I have always used the 0.041" diameter wire with no problems, it works/fits for every location on the T. I definitely would not use anything less than the 0.032" diameter wire, but I prefer the 0.041" diameter. As you have stated, the 0.020" diameter will break too easily.
- Thu Feb 18, 2021 12:39 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: WANTED, AMOCO TF Spark Plugs, N.O.S. 2 needed.
- Replies: 3
- Views: 246
WANTED, AMOCO TF Spark Plugs, N.O.S. 2 needed.
I am looking for 2 N.O.S. AMOCO, TF spark plugs just like the one pictured below. Boxes are not necessary but would be appreciated. Please let me know what you might have available, you can contact me through a Private Message here on the Forum or directly through e-mail. Thank you for looking. IMG_...
- Sat Feb 13, 2021 2:53 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: stupid men
- Replies: 32
- Views: 2044
Re: stupid men
Here is one of the listings in question, as well as one from a " gentleman " that is making a fine joke of listings like that as well. Do not look if easily offended! :o https://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Antique-FORD-Model-T-T1387-Adjustable-Monkey-Wrench-MOORE-DROP-FORGE-CO/233883503175?hash=item367...
- Thu Feb 11, 2021 1:41 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: WANTED, N.O.S. Steering Gear Drive Pinion T-3519, 4:1
- Replies: 4
- Views: 305
Re: WANTED, N.O.S. Steering Gear Drive Pinion T-3519, 4:1
Yes, please. Four would be very nice, but I only need 1.
- Tue Feb 09, 2021 3:09 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: WANTED, N.O.S. Steering Gear Drive Pinion T-3519, 4:1
- Replies: 4
- Views: 305
WANTED, N.O.S. Steering Gear Drive Pinion T-3519, 4:1
Just as the title says, I am looking for a N.O.S. Steering Gear Drive Pinion, 4:1 ratio (T-3519) just like the one in the photo shown below (stolen from the internet without permission and credited to Dan Treace). If anyone might have a spare or a line on someone that might, any and all help is appr...
- Tue Feb 09, 2021 11:37 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: F-S Original magneto shims
- Replies: 4
- Views: 371
Re: F-S Original magneto shims
Called and ordered today, thank you.
- Mon Feb 08, 2021 7:11 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: F-S Original magneto shims
- Replies: 4
- Views: 371
Re: F-S Original magneto shims
I would like to get one of the shims as well. I will call tomorrow during business hours, thank you for your help.
Joe
Joe
- Wed Feb 03, 2021 2:50 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Three shifts?
- Replies: 5
- Views: 693
Re: Three shifts?
First shift is what most would consider the late/night/graveyard shift. Second shift would be the morning and the third would be afternoons (the third watch). Detroit was always a Third Shift town (with the factories), that is why bars and restaurants could star serving alcohol at 7:00AM, the first ...
- Thu Jan 28, 2021 10:28 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: WANTED! APCO Steering Column Bracket.
- Replies: 3
- Views: 366
Re: WANTED! APCO Steering Column Bracket.
A bracket has been located, thank you for looking.
- Thu Jan 28, 2021 6:10 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: RHD Parts List
- Replies: 16
- Views: 665
Re: RHD Parts List
I had not seen the Australian Parts Catalog before and I looked for something specific, the rear view mirror. In the American catalogs it is part 18259X and in the Australian it is listed as 18523X. I had a friend that had a RHD Model T more than 50 years ago and for some reason, the one thing that ...
- Mon Jan 25, 2021 5:45 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: WANTED! APCO Steering Column Bracket.
- Replies: 3
- Views: 366
Re: WANTED! APCO Steering Column Bracket.
Yes it is. I usually credit all of my stolen internet photos, but I forgot on this one. I lifted it from the old Forum.
- Mon Jan 25, 2021 2:52 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: WANTED! APCO Steering Column Bracket.
- Replies: 3
- Views: 366
WANTED! APCO Steering Column Bracket.
I am looking for an APCO (original or reproduction) steering column support bracket, WITH the groove for the horn wire tube (see photo below). I know that I can buy one from the vendors, but I thought I would ask here first to see if someone might have one they are not planning on using or that they...
- Sun Jan 24, 2021 11:11 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: POSTAL ISSUES please read.
- Replies: 45
- Views: 2100
Re: POSTAL ISSUES please read.
I will hazard one more guess;
James Earl Carter
James Earl Carter
- Sun Jan 24, 2021 9:04 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: POSTAL ISSUES please read.
- Replies: 45
- Views: 2100
Re: POSTAL ISSUES please read.
Agreed, S and nothing more.Billdizer,Spencer In wrote: ↑Sun Jan 24, 2021 7:54 pmHarry S Truman, the middle name is"S" nothing else.
But depending on which guy you are talking about, it could be Bennett.
Colonel A.B. Warfield, 1942
- Sun Jan 24, 2021 2:59 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: POSTAL ISSUES please read.
- Replies: 45
- Views: 2100
Re: POSTAL ISSUES please read.
... Hopefully the new administration will appoint a new Postmaster General who knows the postal system and its problems, instead of just appointing a "Good Ol Boy" appointment as the last administration did. ... but I believe that the Postmaster General is appointed by the Board of Governors of the...
- Sat Jan 23, 2021 1:47 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: If it were closer, I would buy it just for the challenge.
- Replies: 4
- Views: 712
If it were closer, I would buy it just for the challenge.
bent.jpg I had seen this listed on Ebay before and it was the shadow that really caught my eye, poor old frame. If it were closer I would definitely buy it for the challenge of trying to straightening it. It reminds me of the "old" swayback plow horses. No connection to it I just thought I would sh...
- Fri Jan 22, 2021 1:41 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: model a 1930-aa-4 speed transmission
- Replies: 6
- Views: 528
Re: model a 1930-aa-4 speed transmission
WOW--- GUESS ITS GOING TO BE MORE OF A PROJECT THAN I THOUGHT, It looks and sounds more complicated than it actually is. Aside from a tool for the spring removal-re-installation, all standard mechanics tools. I know the Model A vendors sell a tool for the spring (made from a piece of pipe, I believ...
- Wed Jan 20, 2021 5:06 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: model a 1930-aa-4 speed transmission
- Replies: 6
- Views: 528
Re: model a 1930-aa-4 speed transmission
I found some photos of the tool I built to disassemble and reassemble the shift tower on the Model A. Like I had said in my earlier post, that spring is dangerous and it seems like it as a guidance system built into it that is aimed right at your face and eyes. Getting it disassembled safely is quit...
- Wed Jan 20, 2021 10:02 am
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: model a 1930-aa-4 speed transmission
- Replies: 6
- Views: 528
Re: model a 1930-aa-4 speed transmission
whats the best fix on the shift lever that allows the tranny to stick between two gears. i'm told the ball is worn,--weld and re shape ? Definitely looking in the right direction. It is not just the ball on the end of the gear shift lever, it is also the slot on the shifting forks that the ball fit...
- Sat Jan 16, 2021 6:18 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: NOS???
- Replies: 17
- Views: 908
Re: NOS???
Remember though, some things are N.O.S. for a reason. This is a picture that I saved from the old Forum (stolen and used without permission, but credited to Dan Treace): nos.jpg So why do you think the center one was never used? And if you look at a lot of Ebay listings, the way some parts are descr...
- Sat Jan 16, 2021 12:32 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Saw this on Youtube, Auction in Douglass, KS Feb. 12th.
- Replies: 11
- Views: 1304
Re: Saw this on Youtube, Auction in Douglass, KS Feb. 12th.
Just a note, the videos that are shown in the links WERE NOT SHOT BY THE AUCTIONEER! The videos were shot by some guy with a Youtube channel, and they appear to be about the average quality for what they have posted before/since. They were not trying to show the items for the auction, just content f...
- Tue Jan 12, 2021 4:52 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Saw this on Youtube, Auction in Douglass, KS Feb. 12th.
- Replies: 11
- Views: 1304
Re: Saw this on Youtube, Auction in Douglass, KS Feb. 12th.
I found the last link less tedious. You can scan through their images rather than trying to focus on the interesting parts of the video. I found the photos quite nice. Tedious, excellent word choice. It seemed to me that most of the time through the videos the individual filming was more interested...
- Mon Jan 11, 2021 8:01 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Saw this on Youtube, Auction in Douglass, KS Feb. 12th.
- Replies: 11
- Views: 1304
Saw this on Youtube, Auction in Douglass, KS Feb. 12th.
I just saw these on Youtube and thought I would post them here. The camera work is absolutely horrible but it does show a huge lot of rusty and rotting piles of Model T and Model A stuff (and later 30's Fords). I have included a link to 2 different videos and a link to the upcoming auction. Library-...
- Sun Jan 10, 2021 1:38 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: FS SUNDAY SWAP MEET
- Replies: 8
- Views: 677
Re: FS SUNDAY SWAP MEET
PM sent on #6 and the NORS steering gear set
- Sun Jan 10, 2021 11:39 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Stevens T-120 DUPLEX Gear Puller, help needed.
- Replies: 9
- Views: 582
Re: Stevens T-120 DUPLEX Gear Puller, help needed.
The ring is 3.485 ID, 3.835 OD and 1.255 tall. The slug used to pull the trans gear is .760 tall, 1.560 wide, .312 tall at the first step and .975 wide at the top. Kim, Thank you for posting the photos and dimensions (especially the slug/spacer for the transmission gear), it is very much appreciate...
- Sat Jan 09, 2021 8:51 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Stevens T-120 DUPLEX Gear Puller, help needed.
- Replies: 9
- Views: 582
Re: Stevens T-120 DUPLEX Gear Puller, help needed.
You beat me by seconds ...... and it was a "buy it now" steal. Congratulations, "well played". Thank you. Once I saw it, I could not hit the Buy It Now fast enough. Even for a generic puller the price was a steal. I agree about the slip fit and my thoughts (before posting) were going along the same...
- Sat Jan 09, 2021 4:58 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Stevens T-120 DUPLEX Gear Puller, help needed.
- Replies: 9
- Views: 582
Stevens T-120 DUPLEX Gear Puller, help needed.
So I was fortunate enough to walk this out the front door of someones Ebay store without anyone stopping me (labeled as a Stevens Mystery Tool). Overall, in excellent condition, not beaten up or damaged in any way, just the normal problem that I have always had when it comes to finding/buying tools ...
- Sat Jan 09, 2021 4:30 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Question on axle shaft straightening, Original Ford Service.
- Replies: 2
- Views: 356
Question on axle shaft straightening, Original Ford Service.
So my son today told me that I owed him 0.60 cents for fixing the windshield hinge, as per the Ford Schedule Of Repair Charges. When I went to look it up (I want to be sure that I am throwing the right number of pennies at him when he is not looking), I saw something that caught my eye that I wanted...
- Mon Jan 04, 2021 9:05 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Does my rear axle housing need to be straightened?
- Replies: 37
- Views: 1729
Re: Does my rear axle housing need to be straightened?
Just a quick question: Have you used a straight edge against the outside of the axle housing/tube to see if it is bent, or how much?
- Fri Jan 01, 2021 3:34 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Late Motor Mount Bolt Spacer/Washers?
- Replies: 20
- Views: 911
Re: Late Motor Mount Bolt Spacer/Washers?
So these just tended to have a lot of extra thread to accommodate various spring packs? -- IV In a word, no. There were/are 3 different versions of the Front Bearing and Spring Clip Assembly that you are showing. The one that you have all painted (white) and ready to go is the later/latest version ...
- Fri Jan 01, 2021 11:49 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: WANTED, Front Axle, reasonable driving distance from Detroit.
- Replies: 11
- Views: 793
Re: WANTED, Front Axle, reasonable driving distance from Detroit.
A front axle has been located and will be picked-up next week, thank you for the help.
- Thu Dec 31, 2020 8:31 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: photos of Model T assembly off the train
- Replies: 34
- Views: 1832
Re: photos of Model T assembly off the train
No later than 1920, the round fuel tank changed to oval in 1920. Also it looks as though the drive shaft spool is the earlier style using studs instead of the later style with exposed bolts, so 1918 to 1920.
- Thu Dec 31, 2020 8:12 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Late Motor Mount Bolt Spacer/Washers?
- Replies: 20
- Views: 911
Re: Late Motor Mount Bolt Spacer/Washers?
How many leaves are in the spring, 7 or 8 leaves? For the 26/27 it should be 8 leaves. Do you have a spring pad on top of the springs? A 7 leaf spring instead of an 8, plus a missing spring pad would cause a gap, but I do not think it would be that much. here is a link to a thread on this topic abou...
- Thu Dec 31, 2020 11:03 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: WANTED, Front Axle, reasonable driving distance from Detroit.
- Replies: 11
- Views: 793
Re: WANTED, Front Axle, reasonable driving distance from Detroit.
Marc,
I sent you a PM and an e-mail.
I sent you a PM and an e-mail.
- Thu Dec 31, 2020 12:10 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: WANTED, Front Axle, reasonable driving distance from Detroit.
- Replies: 11
- Views: 793
Re: WANTED, Front Axle, reasonable driving distance from Detroit.
Marc, Thank you for posting, I looked for your PM but there is nothing in my inbox. Mark (model T Mark), I will send you a PM. Tim, I am confused about your post about advising Mark, " to not get involved in this ". Is there something I am not aware of? Would/Could you please clarify this either her...
- Wed Dec 30, 2020 11:52 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: WANTED, Front Axle, reasonable driving distance from Detroit.
- Replies: 11
- Views: 793
Re: WANTED, Front Axle, reasonable driving distance from Detroit.
Back To The Top.
- Mon Dec 28, 2020 7:31 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: TT Wire Wheels
- Replies: 9
- Views: 730
Re: TT Wire Wheels
Am I dreaming, or did some AA trucks come with wire wheels at the rear? Allan from down under. And the front as well. Almost all of the ones that I have seen were on firetrucks, but I have also seen them on an AA ambulance and hearse. AA wire wheels,they do exist, but just about as hard to come by....
- Sun Dec 27, 2020 11:51 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Are you thinking about LED lights for your Model T?
- Replies: 11
- Views: 1062
Re: Are you thinking about LED lights for your Model T?
Before installation, I focused and aimed the incandescent bulbs according to the Model T Ford manual. After installation of the LED's the only adjustment was aiming each of the lights to the outside slightly so that the edges of the road are lit. Would it be possible for you to list a bulb number a...
- Sun Dec 27, 2020 1:29 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: WANTED, Front Axle, reasonable driving distance from Detroit.
- Replies: 11
- Views: 793
WANTED, Front Axle, reasonable driving distance from Detroit.
Just as the title says, I am looking for a front axle within driving distance of Detroit, 100 to 150 miles, something I (my son actually) can pick-up “locally”. As complete as possible would be preferable, but the spring is definitely NOT NEEDED and neither are the steering drag links. In short, fro...
- Tue Dec 22, 2020 12:01 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Has anyone heard of INPACO spark plugs?
- Replies: 2
- Views: 343
Has anyone heard of INPACO spark plugs?
Just as the title says, has anyone heard of INPACO? A friend has some spark plugs for sale and this is a brand that I have never heard of and can find next to nothing on-line. All I can find are some old auction listings and some Ebay listings but not much else. I know there were a ton of different ...
- Mon Dec 21, 2020 3:27 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Someone please buy this for me this Christmas ...
- Replies: 13
- Views: 1156
Re: Someone please buy this for me this Christmas ...
That was the information from someone that is in the know. So long as it is something that he wanted to do and not something that he had to do. He doesn't have anything listed on Ebay right now, seller is hehillsy. I always found it just by searching "kr wilson" and his stuff would be right at the ...
- Sun Dec 20, 2020 11:37 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Someone please buy this for me this Christmas ...
- Replies: 13
- Views: 1156
Re: Someone please buy this for me this Christmas ...
bet it is this guy; http://krwilsontools.com/ He is closing up, moving and guess retiring. Yes, that is Tim. I don't know about the closing up and retiring though. I had bought items from him in the past, and sold to him as well. He did sell a lot on Ebay over the last couple of months. Seriously s...
- Sun Dec 20, 2020 7:09 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Steaming Radiator
- Replies: 24
- Views: 1282
Re: Steaming Radiator
Herr_Wiebold wrote: ↑Sun Dec 20, 2020 6:52 pmRunning about a gallon of "out of the jug" 50/50 coolant.
Any thoughts? Advice? I'm new to this, so anything helps!
Is that 1 gallon all that you have in it? If so, you are about 2 gallons short.
- Sat Dec 19, 2020 1:02 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: STABIL shelf life
- Replies: 21
- Views: 1101
Re: STABIL shelf life
IMG_6490_2_2.JPG That is a picture of an unopened bottle that I had when this question was asked earlier. It has since been opened and the top line filled in with the date. One of those neat little things that they put on the label. I am also the guy that writes the date of purchase on manuals and ...
- Mon Dec 14, 2020 11:37 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Shipping T parts
- Replies: 51
- Views: 2622
Re: Shipping T parts
There is a 24 to 48 hour wait for semi-trucks to even get into the lot at the Allen Park sorting facility here in Metro-Detroit. The problem is not isolated to one region or area, plenty of news stories coming out of both coasts and in between. Here is a link to a local news story about a week old. ...
- Sun Dec 13, 2020 6:10 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: Your oldest favorite chainsaw?
- Replies: 5
- Views: 526
Re: Your oldest favorite chainsaw?
Joe, I had never seen or heard of the xl100, so I looked on eBay just to see what it is. You may want to look for yours! Starting price on a half way decent one, missing the blade was $475.00, and it had 10 buyers watching it! Looks like a real handy tool! It is either in the garage here at home wi...
- Sat Dec 12, 2020 1:07 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Front engine mount - 1924 Tudor
- Replies: 4
- Views: 409
Re: Front engine mount - 1924 Tudor
That is a 26-27 Front Bearing with the boss/hole for securing the apron, it would also be for an 8 leaf spring. But is that the 1164-B Front Bearing and Spring Clip Assembly for the TT Truck, using a 9 leaf spring? The non-TT part would be 3076-B. Either one of those points would explain the "extra"...
- Mon Dec 07, 2020 11:52 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: Your oldest favorite chainsaw?
- Replies: 5
- Views: 526
Re: Your oldest favorite chainsaw?
A Homelite 360 with a 20 and a 24 inch bar. I bought it new in 1978 and also have cut a lot of firewood with it, I paid an extra $1.25 for the plastic storage/carrying case. About 6 years ago the rubber boot that connects the carburetor and intake rotted away and everything was gone through clean/re...
- Mon Dec 07, 2020 11:23 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Factory Wiring
- Replies: 9
- Views: 716
Re: Factory Wiring
Where would the loose yellow wire from the cutout,DSC_0136.JPG tie into the 5 terminal block? You say it is a 1921, I think it is earlier and wired correctly. The wiring harness with the loose/unconnected wire is a "later" style harness (more than likely a replacement) with the wire for the cutout ...
- Mon Dec 07, 2020 8:59 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Factory Wiring
- Replies: 9
- Views: 716
Re: Factory Wiring
Correct early style rectangular cutout, you can faintly see the Ford script stamped into the cover in the posted photo by Sarvert's. IMG.jpg Please correct me if I am wrong, but I do believe that the single wire going from the cutout to the ammeter is correct, for the early F.A. electrical system (r...
- Sun Dec 06, 2020 11:57 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Where can you find new Model T parts?
- Replies: 16
- Views: 1109
Re: Where can you find new Model T parts?
I would start by clicking on the header at the top of this page. You will be directed to the Model T Ford Club of America website, once there click on RESOURCES and then the drop-down MODEL T FORD SUPPLIERS. A pretty good list of suppliers and services, or just click the link below: https://www.mtfc...
- Sat Dec 05, 2020 2:25 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: How well will a carport protect our Ts?
- Replies: 21
- Views: 1269
Re: How well will a carport protect our Ts?
If you have room for one, an enclosed trailer makes a good parking place for a Model T. Just make sure that it is VERY WELL SECURED! How often have we read the posts and stories of someones trailer being stolen with the vehicle inside, there is a post right now in the Forum Support Questions sectio...
- Fri Dec 04, 2020 1:04 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Stevens Reamer Set.
- Replies: 9
- Views: 883
Re: Stevens Reamer Set.
For those that have one or just may be interested I transcribed the instructions from the sheet that was show in one of the photos in the listing (misspelling included), as well as the card saying it can be used for the Brake Shoe Support Bolt Hole. DIRECTION FOR USING STEVENS AXLE BUSHING OUTFIT -...
- Thu Dec 03, 2020 4:45 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Information on spindle arm
- Replies: 4
- Views: 418
Re: Information on spindle arm
Dan beat me to it while I was typing.
- Thu Dec 03, 2020 4:43 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Information on spindle arm
- Replies: 4
- Views: 418
Re: Information on spindle arm
84008.jpg You can see the S.F.Co supplier trademark at the bottom of the middle column and The Dodge Brothers mark 2 above that one. I can't remember the name for the CH logo but they did a lot of forgings for the early-28 Model A Brake system and I.D.F. made the early Pistol Grip Brake Handles for...
- Thu Dec 03, 2020 2:17 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Stevens Reamer Set.
- Replies: 9
- Views: 883
Stevens Reamer Set.
I am not one to normally post a link to something that is listed on Ebay, but I came across this while updating my search to help eliminate the weekly Ecklers dump and thought it deserved some notice. A nice looking set and the axle reaming fixture (although missing the tapered reamer) has the origi...
- Mon Nov 30, 2020 3:52 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: BUSHING FACING TOOL QUESTIONS?
- Replies: 12
- Views: 1210
Re: BUSHING FACING TOOL QUESTIONS?
I can not comment on the one that you have shown (sold by the vendors), but I can say that the one that I have works very well. IMG_6703.JPG IMG_6704.JPG I bought a surplus piloted spot-facer and the correct size pilot and was into it for less than half of what the one you have shown cost. I had the...
- Sat Nov 28, 2020 6:09 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: 3-Piece Bendix cover.
- Replies: 7
- Views: 871
Re: 3-Piece Bendix cover.
Could those "odd" bendix covers have been from aftermarket makers? Definitely not aftermarket. The 3 piece cover was only used from late December of 1918 until mid-April of 1919. Not a " rare " part, but also not a " common " part either. DEC 24 Acc. 575, Box 11, #718, Ford Archives Bendix cover fl...
- Sun Nov 22, 2020 5:16 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: 3-Piece Bendix cover.
- Replies: 7
- Views: 871
3-Piece Bendix cover.
I just wanted to share my “ new ” 3-piece Bendix cover that I just got. It only has a small dent in it that needs to be straightened out. After I get around to doing that I will have to send it out to get zinc plated. IMG_6894.JPG You can see how it compares to the later style Bendix covers. IMG_689...
- Fri Nov 20, 2020 7:16 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Ford Perch puller
- Replies: 19
- Views: 1487
Re: Ford Perch puller
I had seen this video in the link below a while ago. Pay attention at 00:45 into the video, it will show you the intricate and delicate assembly method of the perches to the front axle:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c6ZdjL4XwR8
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c6ZdjL4XwR8
- Fri Nov 20, 2020 11:40 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Ring and Pinion set #1
- Replies: 11
- Views: 1248
Re: Ring and Pinion set #1
I can not find the previous post on the subject, but I did save a copy of the pictures that were included in the original post. This was from the May, 1923 Ford Service Bulletin, published by the Ford Motor Company of Canada. Does the ring gear have the same "punch" mark as the pinion gear does? 924...
- Thu Nov 12, 2020 12:04 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: I want to build a wood engine stand (Need Help)
- Replies: 22
- Views: 1288
Re: I want to build a wood engine stand (Need Help)
The link below is for the Ford Dealer And Service Field magazine for January, 1927. On page 111 they have a nice plan for an engine dolly/stand made from pipe and pipe fittings. Also on page 96 they have an article titled " You Can Build a Slip-On Body for a Roadster ", if you might be interested in...
- Wed Nov 11, 2020 11:11 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Model T Capabilities on Hills?
- Replies: 39
- Views: 2169
Re: Model T Capabilities on Hills?
I just read over this post, and I may have missed this. But I will ask anyway. You say it almost makes it to the top, but not quite. Did I miss this- Is it stalling in high gear or low gear? Tom I agree with Tom, this is a very important question that was not covered in the original post: When the ...
- Sun Nov 08, 2020 9:53 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Carburetor Problem
- Replies: 15
- Views: 908
Re: Carburetor Problem
When they are saying Grose Jet, they are referring to the float valve, not the needle seat that you are showing in the photo. Grose Jet is a particular style. Slide out the pin holding the float in place to reveal the float valve to see which style it is.
- Sat Nov 07, 2020 8:34 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Model T and others in color
- Replies: 12
- Views: 1411
Re: Model T and others in color
Very nice looking photos to be sure, but I do not know how much I would actually trust the the colors (or colours) to be accurate, case point: 51ws4Da0WcL._AC_SY445_.jpg The red showed up better for black and white T.V. more than the "correct" black that Car 54 should have been. At best I would thin...
- Sat Nov 07, 2020 6:45 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: WANTED! Broken Crankshaft.
- Replies: 8
- Views: 777
Re: WANTED! Broken Crankshaft.
I found a broken crank, thanks Dan.
- Sat Nov 07, 2020 9:10 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: WANTED! Broken Crankshaft.
- Replies: 8
- Views: 777
Re: WANTED! Broken Crankshaft.
Back to the top.
- Fri Nov 06, 2020 3:15 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: Looking for used parts for a backhoe??
- Replies: 4
- Views: 400
Re: Looking for used parts for a backhoe??
Worthington Ag Parts, St. Johns, Michigan. I have been driving by it for 50 years, just North of Lansing. A long way from Alabama I know, but it is the only yard I know of.
- Wed Nov 04, 2020 7:46 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: WANTED! Broken Crankshaft.
- Replies: 8
- Views: 777
Re: WANTED! Broken Crankshaft.
Does it have to be a Scat? No, it does not need to be a Scat crankshaft. A very good friend of mine that I worked with for 40 years (God Rest His Soul) was an avid boater and I remember him yelling at his oldest son when he was first teaching him to pilot/drive a boat: For Christs-sake, if you're g...
- Wed Nov 04, 2020 4:43 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Pile of water pumps
- Replies: 1
- Views: 306
Re: Pile of water pumps
Private Message sent.
- Wed Nov 04, 2020 3:13 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: WANTED! Broken Crankshaft.
- Replies: 8
- Views: 777
WANTED! Broken Crankshaft.
Calling on all members of The 2-Piece Crank Club . I am looking for a broken piece of a crankshaft for an upcoming project. In particular I am looking for the section with the rear main journal and the mounting flange, similar to the piece shown in the top of the photo below (picture stolen from the...
- Fri Oct 16, 2020 10:40 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: What's the difference?
- Replies: 11
- Views: 893
Re: What's the difference?
I do not believe that the lower spindle in the photo to be a spurious parts. The logo is a C over an H and is shown in the 1920 Service Bulletins as an acceptable maker for exchange (albeit for connecting rods, but it is a forged part supplier). It just came from an outside supplier. http://www.mtfc...
- Thu Oct 15, 2020 6:07 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Nice little speedster
- Replies: 4
- Views: 597
Re: Nice little speedster
Also for sale in the classified section here on the forum: https://mtfca.com/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=16395
- Wed Oct 14, 2020 9:49 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Stevens Front Axle Tooling FS
- Replies: 39
- Views: 3098
Re: Stevens Front Axle Tooling FS
E-mail sent.
- Fri Oct 09, 2020 4:05 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Cotter Pin Drilling Jig.
- Replies: 13
- Views: 1022
Re: Cotter Pin Drilling Jig.
Here is a copy of the brochure/instructions that came with it.
- Fri Oct 09, 2020 3:48 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Cotter Pin Drilling Jig.
- Replies: 13
- Views: 1022
Re: Cotter Pin Drilling Jig.
I am showing it with a tie rod bolt installed (the only thing that I had handy when I took the pictures). With the jig on its side, you install the bolt until it sets flush to the bottom and then tighten the set screw. IMG_6879.JPG Next, turn it back over and drill your hole. IMG_6880.JPG You can se...
- Fri Oct 09, 2020 3:45 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Cotter Pin Drilling Jig.
- Replies: 13
- Views: 1022
Cotter Pin Drilling Jig.
I wasn't even looking for this or anything like it when I found it, but I wasn't going to let it slip by once I saw it. IMG_6875.JPG It had been listed for a while and had a good number of watchers, I made and offer and I am happy to have it. To be honest the thing looks N.O.S. like it was never use...
- Wed Sep 23, 2020 1:39 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: For Sale-Single windshield hinge 18-22
- Replies: 2
- Views: 710
Re: For Sale-Single windshield hinge 18-22
Payment sent today.
- Sat Sep 12, 2020 10:53 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: On facebook Marketplace
- Replies: 4
- Views: 745
Re: On facebook Marketplace
BTW, the Club Museum has a neat period metal parts rack, and if you note beside the new paper tag for the 2597B, you can see original Model T era paper tag. IMG_0076.jpeg I have 2 of the same parts cabinets that you show above, LAPS out of Lupton, Philadelphia. IMG_4528.JPG Probably not as nice as ...
- Tue Sep 08, 2020 12:31 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Clutch Drum Puller 5Z314 - Question
- Replies: 11
- Views: 681
Re: Clutch Drum Puller 5Z314 - Question
I had gotten 2 of these from Mark Chaffin (both original, 5-Z-314 marked pullers) and each one had different bolts for pulling the drum. One has the 7/16-20 fine thread and the other has the 7/16-14 coarse thread. The fine thread bolts have a different size head and the pin is a different length, as...
- Sun Sep 06, 2020 4:46 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Speedster project update, blown head gasket (again)
- Replies: 41
- Views: 2253
- Mon Aug 31, 2020 3:16 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Bolt threads
- Replies: 9
- Views: 921
Re: Bolt threads
1/2-12 is British Standard Whitworth thread, the first standarization of threads in 1841. The 1/2-12 is both BSW and UNC. The BIG difference is the degree/angle of the thread. The British 1/2-12 is a 55 degree/angle thread and the U.S. 1/2-12 is a 60 degree/angle thread (mostly pre-WWI, but seen in...
- Sun Aug 30, 2020 1:52 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Testing a horn
- Replies: 28
- Views: 1750
Re: Testing a horn
If it is a Delco-Remy horn I would say that it is a battery horn and not Ford. I do not ever recall Remy making a magneto horn. As for testing a magneto horn you need AC power, the Magneto horn will not work on DC power provided by a battery or battery charger, just a "clunk" that will make you thin...
- Sun Aug 30, 2020 11:16 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Broken fan shaft bolt destroyed my radiator
- Replies: 42
- Views: 2869
Re: Broken fan shaft bolt destroyed my radiator
Look at your bolt holding the fan bracket to engine. Looks like no split pin the stop it from rotating. Not just no cotter pin, no nut either. In the third photo there are 2 lockwashers between the fan arm and the timing gear cover, the bolt is too "short" in that configuration for a nut and cotter...
- Sat Aug 29, 2020 9:29 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Testing a horn
- Replies: 28
- Views: 1750
Re: Testing a horn
Is it a Magneto horn or a Battery horn?
Magneto horn operates on AC power and the Battery horn on DC power.
Magneto horn:
Battery horn:
Magneto horn operates on AC power and the Battery horn on DC power.
Magneto horn:
Battery horn:
- Fri Aug 28, 2020 4:30 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: Underpowered?
- Replies: 13
- Views: 1249
Re: Underpowered?
" I sell here, sir, what all the world desires to have, POWER. " Matthew Boulton, 1776. The mad obsession is nothing new, I think that you hit more on it in your second sentence, time. More power equals the ability to haul with you more things (that you really probably didn't need to begin with), an...
- Wed Aug 26, 2020 1:37 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Stevens Tools
- Replies: 10
- Views: 792
Re: Stevens Tools
Joseph - how did you come by to dating that T-122 ? Steve, The examples of the earlier/later styles were shown in a couple of original print ads that I have. They are in 1 of 2 filing cabinets and I will do my best to locate them and post them when I find them. I may have the order mixed up as to w...
- Tue Aug 25, 2020 9:34 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Stevens Tools
- Replies: 10
- Views: 792
Re: Stevens Tools
There were 2 versions of the tool, utilizing the same number. The later one shown above and the earlier style shown below.
- Tue Aug 25, 2020 7:25 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Stevens Tools
- Replies: 10
- Views: 792
Re: Stevens Tools
Stevens T-122, Drive Shaft Sleeve Puller:
- Mon Aug 24, 2020 12:07 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: WANTED! Esso Gremlin, Batty Ben
- Replies: 3
- Views: 702
Re: WANTED! Esso Gremlin, Batty Ben
Back to the top, Nocky Niles misses his friend.
- Fri Aug 21, 2020 9:17 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: ***1922-1927 Drive Shaft Assembly***
- Replies: 4
- Views: 353
Re: ***1922-1927 Drive Shaft Assembly***
Excellent as always, the only thing that I noticed is the Universal Joint Housing Plug. You only show one but there should be two (top and bottom) and I believe that the suffix for the part is B and not E. It shows the same way in your other drawing for the 14-21 Drive Shaft Assembly and in that cas...