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by AndyClary
Mon Mar 18, 2024 10:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Prus head is on and TESTED.
Replies: 7
Views: 407

Re: Prus head is on and TESTED.

Compression ratio is a mathematical equation and not a measured pressure. Simples form, swept volume + chamber volume divided by chamber volume. There are other factors such as gasket volume and pistobpn dome/dish. Compression ratio is not measured by cylinder pressure.

Andy
by AndyClary
Mon Mar 18, 2024 2:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: MTFCA Member #29 attends the Model T Ford Club of Southern California Luncheon
Replies: 3
Views: 271

Re: MTFCA Member #29 attends the Model T Ford Club of Southern California Luncheon

Good to see Leeoit and about. He just lights up when talking old cars.

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by AndyClary
Tue Mar 12, 2024 12:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: A Modified VW Distributor Problem
Replies: 22
Views: 969

Re: A Modified VW Distributor Problem

Kevin, Gene and Dan are in the right direction. If it’s sparking then the points and coil are working. If it goes into the distributor it’s gotta come out. I have seen really poor cap alignment on aftermarket distributors.

Andy
by AndyClary
Fri Mar 01, 2024 10:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Need help re broken piece
Replies: 18
Views: 1100

Re: Need help re broken piece

Returning this to functionality would be prohibitively expensive. I’d braze it up, cleanup the repair, paint it and call it a display. There are other ways to fit the bushings. Like Dan pointed out it would be really difficult to repair it to the accuracy it needs.


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by AndyClary
Fri Mar 01, 2024 8:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Rocky mtns and roughed up drums.
Replies: 19
Views: 1119

Re: Rocky mtns and roughed up drums.

A blasted surface isn’t rough enough tear up a brake lining. If anything it would help the lining to conform to the drum faster for better braking.


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by AndyClary
Tue Feb 27, 2024 8:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Rocky mtns and roughed up drums.
Replies: 19
Views: 1119

Re: Rocky mtns and roughed up drums.

I don’t think that surface is rough enough to worry about. Probably be smooth in no time.


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by AndyClary
Thu Feb 22, 2024 10:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Info for Jarvis - Mercury speedster
Replies: 2
Views: 443

Re: Info for Jarvis - Mercury speedster

A fellow from St Louis bought it, he posted on the Facebook speedster chapter.

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by AndyClary
Thu Feb 22, 2024 2:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: *UPDATED* Following the Bakersfield Swap Meet; Pre 1916 Tour, Paso Robles CA., Flyer and Registration
Replies: 3
Views: 471

Re: *UPDATED* Following the Bakersfield Swap Meet; Pre 1916 Tour, Paso Robles CA., Flyer and Registration

Anyone on the fence should really go on this tour. We went to the 2022 California Rendezvous and it was a great tour. It is a Horseless Carriage tour so you’ll need an early car.

Andy
by AndyClary
Tue Feb 20, 2024 2:15 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: What's your MODERN? :)
Replies: 51
Views: 1917

Re: What's your MODERN? :)

What does this have to do with Model Ts?

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by AndyClary
Tue Feb 20, 2024 11:54 am
Forum: Classifieds - Vehicles
Topic: FS 1915 Roadster *Sold house needs to go $10,500*
Replies: 10
Views: 5275

Re: FS 1915 Roadster *Sold house needs to go $10,500*

Bump, good car, worth a call.


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by AndyClary
Tue Feb 20, 2024 11:54 am
Forum: Classifieds - Vehicles
Topic: FS- 1915 Touring Car *Sold house, must go $10,500*
Replies: 6
Views: 4555

Re: FS- 1915 Touring Car *Sold house, must go $10,500*

Bump, decent car for a good price.


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by AndyClary
Tue Feb 20, 2024 11:50 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Texas auction end in two days
Replies: 25
Views: 1534

Re: Texas auction end in two days

The auction closed on the cars and they went for pretty much what they were worth although I thought the 13 and 15 touring cars went a little low. The Mercury went for 6550. Jeer Sherman had a body is worse condition at Bakersfield years ago. Since this included a set of wire wheels it was probably ...
by AndyClary
Sun Feb 18, 2024 11:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Texas auction end in two days
Replies: 25
Views: 1534

Re: Texas auction end in two days

If I didn’t have a Mercury I would be bidding on this one. It’s rough but the firewall and dashboard look very good, which is unusual. He had been asking 10k, I suspect it should go for 5-6k. That and another 20 grand and you’d have a nice car.

Andy
by AndyClary
Thu Feb 15, 2024 9:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What DAY was your Model T built? Try this...
Replies: 25
Views: 1810

Re: What DAY was your Model T built? Try this...

No 😀, I don’t know that date. July of 13 seems early for a 14 model year. I have 4 transmission shafts on the shelf with no date so I couldn’t say how long they did that.

Andy
by AndyClary
Wed Feb 14, 2024 9:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What DAY was your Model T built? Try this...
Replies: 25
Views: 1810

Re: What DAY was your Model T built? Try this...

Since there’s really no way to be sure, I’ll just continue to use the serial number as a build date. My 14 Runabout was built 19 November 1913.


Andy
by AndyClary
Sat Feb 10, 2024 9:35 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Vehicles
Topic: FS 1915 Roadster *Sold house needs to go $10,500*
Replies: 10
Views: 5275

Re: FS 1915 Roadster *Sold house needs to go $10,500*

Garrett, it’s still available, call the number in the ad.
by AndyClary
Thu Feb 08, 2024 8:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: MTFCA search results not showing in Google
Replies: 54
Views: 2184

Re: MTFCA search results not showing in Google

It just worked for me.

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by AndyClary
Mon Jan 29, 2024 8:45 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Timing Light
Replies: 16
Views: 861

Re: Timing Light

Good question Art, I started doing this when multi spark ignitions came out in the 80’s. The first spark is the strongest and the foil reduces the sensitivity of the timing light pick up so it doesn’t register the weaker sparks. To be honest I’ve only used a light on a T a couple times because there...
by AndyClary
Sun Jan 28, 2024 9:24 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Timing Light
Replies: 16
Views: 861

Re: Timing Light

It’s an interesting concept. The same thing can be accomplished by wrapping aluminum foil around the plug wire and using a standard timing light. Been doing it for years.

Your results may vary.

Andy
by AndyClary
Sat Jan 20, 2024 4:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: MTFCA search results not showing in Google
Replies: 54
Views: 2184

Re: MTFCA search results not showing in Google

I tried it and it says no info available. It has a find out why button. According to google the website hasn’t given them permission to post information. Sounds like an admin issue.

Andy
by AndyClary
Tue Jan 16, 2024 7:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Specs on coil point spring?
Replies: 5
Views: 420

Re: Specs on coil point spring?

I’ve found that more often than not the correct hardware is less from a vendor than trying to source them yourself. If, say, McMaster Carr has them you’d have to buy a hundred and pay probably 12 bucks shipping.


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by AndyClary
Mon Jan 15, 2024 9:55 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What to expect from a Stromberg OF
Replies: 7
Views: 523

Re: What to expect from a Stromberg OF

Are there any problems starting an OF in a non starter car. My NH starts right up and I’d hate to lose that.


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by AndyClary
Fri Jan 12, 2024 9:16 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Installing neoprene inner seals question
Replies: 13
Views: 511

Re: Installing neoprene inner seals question

Good hint on trimming the seal John, I’ll give that a try. I also put a bead of RTV on the outer edge of the seal.

Andy
by AndyClary
Mon Jan 08, 2024 3:42 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Fiber gears ????
Replies: 4
Views: 496

Re: Fiber gears ????

Do you need one like this?

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by AndyClary
Sun Jan 07, 2024 10:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: **SPEEDSTER PIC's Please**
Replies: 84
Views: 4187

Re: **SPEEDSTER PIC's Please**

Thanks for posting Hap, I’d lost track of that link. It’s a wonderful car and it’s rare to get so many good photos.


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by AndyClary
Sun Jan 07, 2024 8:35 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Vehicles
Topic: WTB Brass T with starter
Replies: 11
Views: 1447

Re: WTB Brass T with starter

I bumped my friends 15 Touring ad to the top. It’s been for sale for a while but hasn’t really been a priority. A couple years ago I installed the starter and a new mag ring. It has a layne warford.


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by AndyClary
Fri Jan 05, 2024 1:39 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Vehicles
Topic: FS- 1915 Touring Car *Sold house, must go $10,500*
Replies: 6
Views: 4555

Re: FS- 1915 Touring Car

This car is still available. Call Con and work out a deal.


Andy
by AndyClary
Fri Jan 05, 2024 1:37 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Vehicles
Topic: FS 1915 Roadster *Sold house needs to go $10,500*
Replies: 10
Views: 5275

Re: FS 1915 Roadster **New price**

Amazingly enough still for sale. Give Con a call, price is negotiable.

Andy
by AndyClary
Sun Dec 31, 2023 7:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: **SPEEDSTER PIC's Please**
Replies: 84
Views: 4187

Re: **SPEEDSTER PIC's Please**

The Mercury skirts are 7 inches. The second piece from the firewall forward tapers down to just under 3 inches at the radiator.

I’ve seen Mike’s yellow car in person. The early short cowl is pretty cool.


Andy
by AndyClary
Fri Dec 29, 2023 8:49 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Ruckstell axle, can it do what a "T" can't
Replies: 17
Views: 869

Re: Ruckstell axle, can it do what a "T" can't

In simplest terms the ruckstell essentially gives you a 3 speed transmission. It’s like downshifting into second to get up the hill. I seldom use low ruckstell and the low pedal except for parades.


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by AndyClary
Thu Dec 28, 2023 3:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Information Wanted: Blockley Inner Tube
Replies: 5
Views: 391

Re: Information Wanted: Blockley Inner Tube

I mounted 30x3 1/2 Blockley tires and tubes on buffalo wheels. They took about 2.5-3.0 oz of weight to balance. Yes the stem was on the heavy side. This was still less than I used on universals on the same wheels and quite a bit less than wards riversides.

Andy
by AndyClary
Sun Dec 24, 2023 10:25 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Road & Track Dyno results
Replies: 10
Views: 860

Re: Road & Track Dyno results

The last tour in Kanab (2012?) there was a dyno setup. I thought it was Kevin Prus but I could be wrong. I couldn’t find the article with the results but out of 20 or so tests there were quite a few under 20 HP. Keep in mind it was an MTFCI tour and there were more stock vehicles than at a MTFCA tou...
by AndyClary
Mon Dec 18, 2023 3:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: **SPEEDSTER PIC's Please**
Replies: 84
Views: 4187

Re: **SPEEDSTER PIC's Please**

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I assembled the body to get motivated. I’ve obligated myself to a couple events next year so look for updates as it comes together.

Andy
by AndyClary
Sat Dec 16, 2023 6:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: **SPEEDSTER PIC's Please**
Replies: 84
Views: 4187

Re: **SPEEDSTER PIC's Please**

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Dad’s speedster.


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by AndyClary
Sat Dec 16, 2023 3:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: **SPEEDSTER PIC's Please**
Replies: 84
Views: 4187

Re: **SPEEDSTER PIC's Please**

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Body back from paint


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by AndyClary
Sat Dec 16, 2023 3:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: **SPEEDSTER PIC's Please**
Replies: 84
Views: 4187

Re: **SPEEDSTER PIC's Please**

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Hood and exhaust


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by AndyClary
Sat Dec 16, 2023 3:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: **SPEEDSTER PIC's Please**
Replies: 84
Views: 4187

Re: **SPEEDSTER PIC's Please**

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Skirts


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by AndyClary
Sat Dec 16, 2023 2:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: **SPEEDSTER PIC's Please**
Replies: 84
Views: 4187

Re: **SPEEDSTER PIC's Please**

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Stripped and primed. Went ahead and fit new skirts, hood and exhaust header before body and paint work.


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by AndyClary
Sat Dec 16, 2023 2:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: **SPEEDSTER PIC's Please**
Replies: 84
Views: 4187

Re: **SPEEDSTER PIC's Please**

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A before shot of the Mercury in action.


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by AndyClary
Sat Dec 16, 2023 12:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: **SPEEDSTER PIC's Please**
Replies: 84
Views: 4187

Re: **SPEEDSTER PIC's Please**

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This was on the horseless carriage tour in Visalia.

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by AndyClary
Thu Dec 14, 2023 6:26 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Vehicles
Topic: 1927 Four Door For Sale ***SOLD***
Replies: 13
Views: 2694

Re: 1927 Four Door For Sale ***SOLD***

Delivered today, thanks to those who showed interest.


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by AndyClary
Wed Dec 13, 2023 8:04 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Has Anyone Experienced This? (UPDATE)
Replies: 13
Views: 1747

Re: Has Anyone Experienced This? (UPDATE)

Chris, that looks like he’s using a cookie sheet to keep the exhaust off the rear end for his temperature test.


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by AndyClary
Sat Dec 09, 2023 3:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Vintage Ford
Replies: 25
Views: 1420

Re: Vintage Ford

I’ve had mine for a couple weeks.


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by AndyClary
Sat Dec 09, 2023 3:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Blockley Tire import question.
Replies: 31
Views: 1620

Re: Blockley Tire import question.

I bought my Blockley tires sooner than I actually needed them. I assumed with all the increasing interest that Coker would snatch up the US market and jack the price up. All told I was right at 1300 for 4 tires and tubes, customs was only 63 of that. So I wouldn’t worry too much about juggling order...
by AndyClary
Sat Dec 09, 2023 9:41 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Blockley Tire import question.
Replies: 31
Views: 1620

Re: Blockley Tire import question.

I’ve run all the currently availability tires and I believe the Blockley clincher to be the best quality. I don’t know what the longevity will be but I’m hoping it’s on par with my second choice, the universal driver. If money is less a factor I like that the Firestone tires are not as oversize. Andy
by AndyClary
Fri Dec 08, 2023 10:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Blockley Tire import question.
Replies: 31
Views: 1620

Re: Blockley Tire import question.

When I ordered mine the import fees were 60 some bucks. 4 tires 4 tubes in 3 packages. Duty was 21 each package. Like I said at the time a set of wards riverside would have been a little cheaper. I have been happy with the performance of the tires.


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by AndyClary
Thu Dec 07, 2023 5:24 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Vehicles
Topic: 1927 Four Door For Sale ***SOLD***
Replies: 13
Views: 2694

Re: 1927 Four Door For Sale New Price

Well Matt, it measures 6 foot 3, it should fit into any standard garage. Give me a call, if you dig deep enough into your Hello Kitty back pack, I might be persuaded to deliver it.


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by AndyClary
Mon Dec 04, 2023 9:54 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Vehicles
Topic: 1927 Four Door For Sale ***SOLD***
Replies: 13
Views: 2694

Re: 1927 Four Door For Sale New Price

New price, still flexible. Washed the car and looked closer. Right front corner of roof is punky and passenger door sags. Drop to 4500, still a little flexible.


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by AndyClary
Sat Dec 02, 2023 3:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: mercury body owner question
Replies: 6
Views: 590

Re: mercury body owner question

Even though Mercury is fairly wide in speedster land, as you can see from Mike’s photo that legroom is pretty tight with the center shifter. It is also pretty tight on the left leg from the brake handle. While you’re driving with the handle forward it’s not too bad. But I’m not the biggest guy aroun...
by AndyClary
Fri Dec 01, 2023 9:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: mercury body owner question
Replies: 6
Views: 590

Re: mercury body owner question

I had a similar outside shifter on mine but I rook out the ruckstell and put in a warford so I don’t have the shifter anymore.

Andy
by AndyClary
Thu Nov 30, 2023 1:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Model T Museum Video
Replies: 0
Views: 402

Model T Museum Video

I stumbled across this video today, I didn’t see if it had been previously posted. I guess the author goes around to different museums.

https://youtu.be/ql-gWSSQOBs?si=sZoFGwAwrrNfO9ce



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by AndyClary
Wed Nov 29, 2023 4:48 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Vehicles
Topic: 1927 Four Door For Sale ***SOLD***
Replies: 13
Views: 2694

Re: 1927 Four Door For Sale

Would really like this to go to a good home. Like I said, I’m pretty flexible with the price.


Andy
by AndyClary
Mon Nov 27, 2023 9:44 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: BYE..., And I do mean BYE!
Replies: 31
Views: 2260

Re: BYE..., And I do mean BYE!

I wouldn’t beg Henry to come back. He’ll be back in the spring when he wants to sell more overpriced stuff. Then he’ll threaten to scrap it when no one wants it. It’s a cycle.

Andy
by AndyClary
Mon Nov 27, 2023 4:09 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: BYE..., And I do mean BYE!
Replies: 31
Views: 2260

Re: BYE..., And I do mean BYE!

I checked that thread, it belonged in OT. Farewell Henry, will you be taking your ads with you?

Andy
by AndyClary
Fri Nov 24, 2023 9:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Another use for reverse gear bushes.
Replies: 6
Views: 714

Re: Another use for reverse gear bushes.

Never throw out an old bushing.


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by AndyClary
Thu Nov 23, 2023 7:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Rocky Mountain brakes for Pasco wire wheels
Replies: 4
Views: 299

Re: Rocky Mountain brakes for Pasco wire wheels

There’s a current AC brakes thread with the new makers contact info.

Andy
by AndyClary
Thu Nov 23, 2023 3:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Happy Birthday to Hummingbird
Replies: 2
Views: 219

Re: Happy Birthday to Hummingbird

Happy birthday hummingbird 🎂


Andy
by AndyClary
Thu Nov 23, 2023 11:59 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: SCVMTFC 53rd Annual Speedster Endurance Run & Lowland Tour - Save the Date
Replies: 28
Views: 1712

Re: SCVMTFC 53rd Annual Speedster Endurance Run & Lowland Tour - Save the Date

One year we went through a back gate of Big Basin park and took a fire road through the park. Looking forward to this run.


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by AndyClary
Thu Nov 23, 2023 11:57 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Painting Wire Wheels
Replies: 18
Views: 984

Re: Painting Wire Wheels

Here in California you can have wheels powder coated pretty cheap through Les Schwab tires. If you want black most powder coaters will work with you if you can wait til they have a batch to do. I painted my buffaloes and it took about a third of a gallon to paint 5 wheels. Most of the paint just mis...
by AndyClary
Thu Nov 23, 2023 11:49 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Engine Temp question - not what you think....
Replies: 11
Views: 721

Re: Engine Temp question - not what you think....

Loctite works and I think it’s only good to around 400 degrees. You can get self locking stover nuts from Amazon in a couple days. My machine shop has the Chevy nuts by the gross.


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by AndyClary
Thu Nov 23, 2023 11:30 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Rocky Mountain brakes for Pasco wire wheels
Replies: 4
Views: 299

Re: Rocky Mountain brakes for Pasco wire wheels

Your Pasco wheels will work just fine with accessory brakes. Bear end mind that the hub bolts are specifically for the Pasco wheel as the both secure the hub/drum but are also the drive pins. If stacking the second drum for the Rockies your bolts will probably be too short. In a speedster or roadste...
by AndyClary
Sun Nov 19, 2023 12:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Happy Birthday to my T
Replies: 4
Views: 225

Re: Happy Birthday to my T

Thanks Dan. Actually it’s name is Bart.


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by AndyClary
Sun Nov 19, 2023 12:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Happy Birthday to my T
Replies: 4
Views: 225

Happy Birthday to my T

According to the encyclopedia, today is my runabout’s 110th birthday. It was “reborn” the same year I was born. The previous owner pulled it out of a local barn in 1957.


Andy
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by AndyClary
Thu Nov 16, 2023 7:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: SCVMTFC 53rd Annual Speedster Endurance Run & Lowland Tour - Save the Date
Replies: 28
Views: 1712

Re: SCVMTFC 53rd Annual Speedster Endurance Run & Lowland Tour - Save the Date

Really great roads back and forth off of skyline. Excellent endurance run territory.

Andy
by AndyClary
Wed Nov 15, 2023 1:05 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Vehicles
Topic: 1927 Four Door For Sale ***SOLD***
Replies: 13
Views: 2694

1927 Four Door For Sale ***SOLD***

Another one from long term storage. This car sat in a dealer showroom for years. The dealership closed and the car has pretty much sat. Equipped with a Ruckstell and the interior and paint were done at some point. You could clean this and use it with mechanical update or it is a good candidate for r...
by AndyClary
Mon Nov 13, 2023 10:47 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: ECCT: Hot or Hype?
Replies: 77
Views: 4423

Re: ECCT: Hot or Hype?

First of all, thanks to Steven for posting another Model T video, there really aren’t enough. It’s a tough topic to address, so many experts disagree on tuning coils. Bottom line is that if your coils need tuning any method will show an improvement. I have no experience with the ECCT, but if my Stro...
by AndyClary
Sat Nov 11, 2023 7:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: I tried to recharge my Magneto in place and whoops!
Replies: 6
Views: 698

Re: I tried to recharge my Magneto in place and whoops!

I was skeptical but I used Tom’s method with positive results

Andy
by AndyClary
Sat Nov 11, 2023 8:58 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Happy 248th Birthday Marines.
Replies: 4
Views: 238

Re: Happy 248th Birthday Marines.

Simper Fi Jim.

Andy Clary, Sgt, USMC, 1975-1982
by AndyClary
Wed Nov 08, 2023 7:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: NOS Tool Score
Replies: 12
Views: 1114

Re: NOS Tool Score

Nice score Steve. Stuff is still out there. Keeps filtering back out into circulation.

Andy
by AndyClary
Wed Nov 08, 2023 3:37 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: ROOF HEAD
Replies: 2
Views: 521

Re: ROOF HEAD

Im not an expert on the roof heads, but it looks like it has had quite a bit milled off exposing the spark plug wells.

Andy
by AndyClary
Wed Nov 01, 2023 9:18 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Cleaning NH Carburetor
Replies: 7
Views: 466

Re: Cleaning NH Carburetor

There are brass plugs at the end of each passage. Remove the plugs and soak the carb in carb cleaner. I use an ultrasonic cleaner. Use a wire through the passages to ensure there’s nothing in there. You can plug the passages back up with soft brass like brazing rod. Vapor blasting will make it prett...
by AndyClary
Mon Oct 30, 2023 8:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How to avoid a broken transmission drum
Replies: 19
Views: 1203

Re: How to avoid a broken transmission drum

I believe that John is referring to an early video where a pry bar is used to break the hogs head loose. While I’m sure many have used this approach, when you place yourself in public as an authority on something you must be sure to demonstrate proper practices. A lot of people use YouTube in lieu o...
by AndyClary
Wed Oct 25, 2023 11:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Best camshaft for a Rajo OHV engine
Replies: 4
Views: 461

Re: Best camshaft for a Rajo OHV engine

There is a wide range of cam grinds. Unless you are an engineery kinda guy or have a lot of engine experience your best bet is to get real world feedback. FYI, Steve Is one of the guys I’d listen to.


Andy
by AndyClary
Wed Oct 25, 2023 10:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Pedal to the floor , unfortunately .
Replies: 2
Views: 421

Re: Pedal to the floor , unfortunately .

Judging by the color this band has been slipping a lot. It may be the notch but you have to give some thought to driving habits.


Andy

Update- sorry, those were Norm’s pics.
by AndyClary
Sun Oct 22, 2023 10:59 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1994 Buffalo Nickel Tour Jackson, WY
Replies: 5
Views: 275

Re: 1994 Buffalo Nickel Tour Jackson, WY

Thanks Richard. Revisiting tours is the next best thing to being there. Thanks for sharing.

Andy
by AndyClary
Sun Oct 22, 2023 10:57 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 21st annual Camerons swap meet Minnesota
Replies: 14
Views: 897

Re: 21st annual Camerons swap meet Minnesota

Thanks for the report Mark.


Andy
by AndyClary
Sun Oct 22, 2023 10:55 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: A Few Pictures of 2023 Texas T Party
Replies: 2
Views: 454

Re: A Few Pictures of 2023 Texas T Party

Looks good, weather cooperated too. Thanks for sharing.


Andy
by AndyClary
Sun Oct 22, 2023 10:12 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Fall tour to Washington Missouri
Replies: 16
Views: 757

Re: Fall tour to Washington Missouri

Every tour is a good tour Scott. I’d love to go on these local tours all over the country, but California isn’t really centrally located. Thanks for sharing your story.


Andy
by AndyClary
Fri Oct 20, 2023 5:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Gotta see BIG movie coming out this October - lots of Model T's
Replies: 40
Views: 2625

Re: Gotta see BIG movie coming out this October - lots of Model T's

Since the movie is over 3 hours long I suspect I’ll wait for it to come out on video. How come the don’t have intermissions anymore? These movies keep getting longer and longer and a guy can only wait so long.


Andy
by AndyClary
Fri Oct 20, 2023 10:01 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: SCVMTFC 53rd Annual Speedster Endurance Run & Lowland Tour - Save the Date
Replies: 28
Views: 1712

Re: SCVMTFC 53rd Annual Speedster Endurance Run & Lowland Tour - Save the Date

Which tour? The speedster info usually comes out in the new year. You could contact them through their website for the rules.

Andy
by AndyClary
Thu Oct 19, 2023 9:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: High compression head
Replies: 6
Views: 614

Re: High compression head

Looks like a reeder chamber.


Andy
by AndyClary
Thu Oct 19, 2023 12:42 am
Forum: Classifieds - Vehicles
Topic: 1923 Pickup for sale XX SOLD XX
Replies: 1
Views: 1291

1923 Pickup for sale XX SOLD XX

Home built pickup with stock fenders and running boards. Came out of long storage. I cleaned the fuel system and got it running, it will need some more work. Asking 3600 for quick (hopefully) sale. Seven-0-seven 596-09 four four. XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX SOLD XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Andy ADC6137E-2B28-4A85-8E75-...
by AndyClary
Wed Oct 18, 2023 8:57 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: SCVMTFC 53rd Annual Speedster Endurance Run & Lowland Tour - Save the Date
Replies: 28
Views: 1712

Re: SCVMTFC 53rd Annual Speedster Endurance Run & Lowland Tour - Save the Date

It is unfortunate timing Ed. Virginia City as a background for a hill climb would be great, but doubtful I could attend both. F.A.S.T. is technically a Model A thing so scheduling is probably not going to take MTFCA events into consideration. I’ve pretty much committed to having the Mercury ready fo...
by AndyClary
Tue Oct 17, 2023 3:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What to do??
Replies: 11
Views: 718

Re: What to do??

Someday you’ll be looking for a cam gear nut and remember this bucket o’ cams.


Andy
by AndyClary
Tue Oct 17, 2023 8:37 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: SCVMTFC 53rd Annual Speedster Endurance Run & Lowland Tour - Save the Date
Replies: 28
Views: 1712

Re: SCVMTFC 53rd Annual Speedster Endurance Run & Lowland Tour - Save the Date

Going to be a busy June in California. Auburn Swap Meet on the 2nd, SCVMTFC Endurance Run on the 9th then the San Diego National Tour on the 16th. F.A.S.T is also reporting a potential Hill Climb in Virginia City on the 14th/15th. Hmm, can you get from Virginia City to San Diego in a day?


Andy
by AndyClary
Fri Oct 13, 2023 10:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Any idea how this affects a racer/speedster?
Replies: 11
Views: 929

Re: Any idea how this affects a racer/speedster?

You lock one shackle to help the rocking back and forth to a minimum. You can also use a simple panhard bar.

And
by AndyClary
Thu Oct 12, 2023 8:40 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: SCVMTFC 53rd Annual Speedster Endurance Run & Lowland Tour - Save the Date
Replies: 28
Views: 1712

Re: SCVMTFC 53rd Annual Speedster Endurance Run & Lowland Tour - Save the Date

Great to hear. Let’s get all those speedsters up and running.

Andy
by AndyClary
Mon Oct 02, 2023 9:18 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: The ONLY Model TT Truck (realy the ONLY Model T)
Replies: 7
Views: 736

Re: The ONLY Model TT Truck (realy the ONLY Model T)

I’ve found that it’s not unusual to have only one T at even large car shows.


Andy
by AndyClary
Sun Sep 17, 2023 7:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Scratch Mt. Diablo off the bucket list
Replies: 21
Views: 786

Re: Scratch Mt. Diablo off the bucket list

I’ll throw it out there. I prefer the run up Mount Hamilton. Good road great views and a really cool observatory on top.


Andy
by AndyClary
Sun Sep 17, 2023 3:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Lock N Stitch
Replies: 17
Views: 1078

Re: Lock N Stitch

To the original poster. Lock N Stitch will make an excellent repair if, as previously mentioned, your block has sufficient integrity to take it. Expensive but like you said there aren’t near as many Buick blocks laying around. To the well meaning. Most of us at some time or another have made a sketc...
by AndyClary
Sun Sep 17, 2023 9:34 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Gallivan Head Gasket
Replies: 5
Views: 493

Re: Gallivan Head Gasket

The ad in Speed and Sport shows a round chamber.


Andy
by AndyClary
Sun Sep 17, 2023 9:26 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Wings and wheels
Replies: 2
Views: 363

Re: Wings and wheels

Also went to a Wheels and Wings at the Pacific Coast Air Museum. About 150 cars and 4 Model Ts.

Andy
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by AndyClary
Fri Sep 15, 2023 7:33 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: WTB Mercury Body Parts
Replies: 12
Views: 586

Re: WTB Mercury Body Parts

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My car in San Francisco in the early 70’s.

Andy
by AndyClary
Fri Sep 15, 2023 7:26 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: WTB Mercury Body Parts
Replies: 12
Views: 586

Re: WTB Mercury Body Parts

This is one of the plates from my Mercury. It may well be a reproduction but they’ve been on my car for at least 50 years.

Andy
by AndyClary
Fri Sep 15, 2023 7:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Scratch Mt. Diablo off the bucket list
Replies: 21
Views: 786

Re: Scratch Mt. Diablo off the bucket list

Went up in the speedster some time ago. Views were great but the wind was howling, didn’t stay long.


Andy
by AndyClary
Tue Sep 12, 2023 4:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Cam nut wrench!
Replies: 40
Views: 2213

Re: Cam nut wrench!

I made a front bearing socket out of a socket because you can’t use the ford wrench with buffalo hubs. I just milled a close enough form in the ratchet side since there’s no real torque on the bearing.

Andy
by AndyClary
Tue Sep 12, 2023 11:57 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: LED Conversion for Brass Headlamps - Feedback
Replies: 10
Views: 566

Re: LED Conversion for Brass Headlamps - Feedback

It’s likely the quality of the bulbs. They should have built in regulation so that voltage variance isn’t an issue. There just too much junk on the market.


Andy
by AndyClary
Tue Sep 12, 2023 11:55 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Bella Italia tour
Replies: 6
Views: 358

Re: Bella Italia tour

Nothing like a working vacation😀. Enjoy the sights Eric.

Andy