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I am looking for a Hood Former to complete my 1913 Wooden Cab Pick-Up truck. Please send pictures and price in E-Mail, and Contact phone # , Thanks , Dennis

Pair of Proper jno brown model 16 headlights for 1913 and 1914 cars. Both light need work but are very restorable burner bases are there no burners tho no reflectors or glass. $400 plus the ride

I put this on the ot forum, but then I remembered it has a Model T in it too.

It will fit the interest of most of us here.

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In the loft of one of the many buildings at the Gilmore is Model T Ford serial number 131. This is a two lever, water pump equipped Model T, one of the earliest known to exist today. The tires are covered by vinyl covers intended to reduce the graying effect of sunlight on the tires. Note the linoleum covered wooden running boards with brass...

2 Atwater Kent distributors and parts for sale. These came in a bunch of Model T parts that I got and I’ve never run a distributor so I don’t know much about these. There might be enough here to put together one good one. The shaft turns on the one with the cap. The shaft is seized in the other one. The one with the cap has a chunk missing out of...

Saw this & it’s pretty neat looking modification.
A young Lady named Kathy Paschkov in Springfield, MO Is need of some mechanical help if anyone can assist.
Best John

The inexpensive Ford models in the 1920's were sold without demountable wheels and starter and generators. How many of these exist today? An example is on the back cover of the current Model T Times. It has 30X3 non demountable wheels in front, and 30X3 1/2 non demountable wheels in the back. If you look closely through the rear spokes, I think I...

Cast steel 1909-11 spark plug wrench made exactly like the original Ford tool, nice quality tool. $85.00. 1909-11 rear under seat door latch, actually like original. This is the last run of these I'll be making.$135.00 kdmks AT att.net.

Miscellaneous goodies as indicated below. Mark Chaffin (951)805-0928

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Pot metal late style gas cap. Small separation on right tab. Fill with epoxy? $20 plus $8.50 domestic shipping.

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Late spring perch set with descent threads $35.00 plus $8.50 domestic shipping. SOLD

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I have a friend that wants to switch his T over to 12V, Who sells a reliable 12v starter and alt.

I am missing the portion of the hood former on my SR that goes from the steering column across the top of hood then down the left side. I do have the small piece that goes from the steering column vertically down the right side. I haven't been able to find one so my question is if I fabricate one is the hood dimensionally the same on both ends so...

It is my understanding that up until 1910 or early 1911, Ford would use the engine serial number as the car number that was stamped onto the firewall patent plate, and by 1911 or so it got to be too much of a pain to keep that coordinated, so the numbers no longer matched.

Does anyone know whether the car number stamped on to the patent plate had...

17 - 25 Reproduction hubcaps. Chrome plated. The one on the right stamping isn't as sharpe as the other one. l don't think they have ever been used. dealers are asking $36.95 + shipping. $60 including shipping.

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I'm in search of a pair of E&J headlights for my 1913. Looking for something restorable that would match the existing patina of my car. This car was original a touring, and was converted to a pickup and modernized a long time ago, maybe during WWII. My father-in-law owned it since the 1950's. This is my first post, but it does look like I...

I just purchased this windshield at our swapmeet last night and I do not know what make or model. the number 120 appears on it several times. It is solid brass and measures 37 1/2 inches X17 1/2 inches. If nothing else I will use it for a wall hanger. Any thoughts? thanks, Bob.

My first time installing AC brakes. I need to know the size of the extra long mounting bolts to attach the fixed portion of the brakes to the backing plates. From limited research it seems originally only one long bolt was provided for each side. However it appears from Larry Skidmore's ad photo, two were provided. One for the radius rod, one that...

I had some of the Stevens T-290 Refacer tools reproduced.
Near exact copy of the original tool. I finished the final assembly of them this evening.
The tool does a beautiful job.
Custom made cutter head, heat treated.
$289+postage

Seamus Hnat
Antique & Collector Car Specialist
Ford Ts As & V8 Cars
Specializing in Precision Tuning & Carburetion...

Rear axle differential in excellent condition. Very likely NOS. Price is $200 plus $17.50 domestic shipping. Mark Chaffin (951) 805-0928

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For Sale. 2 that I'd call 11-14, 2 are15-19. $40 each. Steve 701 212 5009

Rebuilt Fronty T head. New 428 valves in recut valve seats
Decked surface
New recast steel rocker arms and stands. New rocker shafts
New Alum rocker cover and side plate
New pushrods with newly machined adjusters $4750 US
The ultimate speedster carb for the Fronty
Hp5A. Prefer to be sold together with above in package
Eric Edwards. 705 828 5405

New Old Stock burner tip for gas headlamps still in original box. $85 including shipping to 48 states.
Contact me thru MTFCA messaging system.

Very nice original arm never rusty great threads. $65 includes 48 state shipping.
Contact me thru MTFCA messaging.

One very unusual aluminum carburetor with early aluminum intake manifold. Price
WAS $100 NOW $75.00 AND FREE domestic shipping. Mark Chaffin (951) 805-0928

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about 6 inches by 2 1/2

Thanks, Gary

Save the date. The Mother Lode Model T Club, Auburn, California will be holding their 51st annual swap meet. Sunday, May 31, 2026. Great meet to find those hard to get parts.

For Sale
Several lots (1-5) of left over parts from the improved Coupe project:
Large pics below, photographed on 1/4 grid paper.

1) A-pillar door brackets, lot $10 door bracket icon.jpg

2) Hand brake parts (e-brake, parking lever), lot $10 hand brake icon.jpg

3) Door hinge: T lower door inner, A remaining three, lot $10 (SOLD) door hinge T...

100.00 for all and I'll pay shipping in the U.S. ctleonard64@gmail.com IMG_20251121_111837374.jpg IMG_20251121_111844276.jpg

One very nice early front motor mount. Threads are good. New nuts. NOS cap. Price is $75.00 plus $8.50 domestic shipping. Mark Chaffin (951) 805-0928

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Hello fellow Ford Model T lovers!

Seamus Hnat here...After nearly 10 years servicing and restoring some of the worlds finest cars at Stahls Auto Collection, I am excited to announce that I'm now opening up my home shop for full-time service to everyone in the hobby and those that we hope to attract to this wonderful hobby too! Instead of working...

For sale TT Truck heavy duty rear hub puller with strike pin. Dealer tool, marked Ford on bottom. Thread size is 2-7/16 x 16 . All threads are in great shape. Price $165 plus shipping. Call or text (248) 894-75fiveone. Thanks, Walt

Please, the advice is needed for my friend from
Lviv, Ukraine. He’s got the early doorless body.

Does anyone have the picture or the drafts of the side curtains for the such body type?

Complete 2 port intake head with all rocker train and valves in head. Unrestored no cracks $400 USD plus post
Eric Edwards 705 828 5405
Fully rebuilt small drum Ruxtell with 3;1 gears new bearings throughout $3500 IUS
Rebuilt Fronty SOHV includes new 428 valves and new rocker arms and shafts. Reground seats. Includes reproduction cover new...

This was mounted on my 23 coupe when I bought it. I can't find anything about it on Google. I would like to keep it on the car if at all possible. Thanks Bill

Guys,
I've stepped away from managing the forums day to day. However, I'll remain an active participant here, and if Chris B needs help, I'm more than happy to jump in and do what I can. The information we all share is invaluable for so many people and it's been a pleasure babysitting so many of you so often ;)

I'm now just Jeff , AdminJeff is...

So the coolest thing happened a few months ago. I was formally invited to attend a local Great Gatsby Gala Ball. :D
The coolest part - I was specifically asked if I would put my Model T on display in the foyer of the Club where this is to be held. This will be the first time my Model T has been indoors , aside from the shed she lives in normally...

E&J Side Lamp 1908. Black and brass. Glass intact. No chips or cracks. Burner included. Price WAS $125 NOW $100 plus domestic shipping. Mark Chaffin (951) 805-0928

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Front outer wheel bearings set used. I have two sets available. Price is $50.00 per set plus $8.50 domestic shipping. Mark Chaffin (951)805-0928

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Coupe, Sedan and Truck brass side light bracket set $35.00 plus $8.50 domestic shipping. Mark Chaffin (951)805-0928

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For sale: wood firewall $50 plus postage
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Zenith carburetor looks good still has the float inside, not sure what it fits. $200 plus shipping est. $23.00
Best way to reach me is Text or call 423_284-97fifty. Check or postal money order only.
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One set of Bob's Antique Auto adjustable lifters NORS. Standard size. New sets retail for $105. Get these for $75.00 plus $8.50 domestic shipping. Mark Chaffin (951) 805-0928

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Last of the batch done in 2005. 1909-12 medium to barge cars and Ford c$375 USD
Also new brass steering column quadrant $30
1918-25 Originzl cast muffler ends crack free $75
All above plus post
Eric Edwards 795 8285405

While cleaning out my father’s estate, I realized the sheer number of photos that he had, a lifetimes worth.
Some had notations on the back, most didn’t though. I found it troubling to toss some of them, but I had no idea who the people were in them. I sure he did though.
Photos are good for 2-3 generations before they become just some picture...

When you are driving along at speed and then put the Model T in neutral, so that it's coasting...the engine is turning but the rear wheels still going at speed, and this does not hurt the car?

Can't we flat tow the Model T in neutral with the engine running?

For Sale: 14.75 outside diameter.
Cast iron spider.

$150 obo plus shipping

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Car has had recent upgrades such as the new top and upholstery, valve job, transmission bands, tires, tuned coils, etc. Has large drum Rocky Mountain brakes, the early ones with the center anchor that work both forwards and backwards. Original, correct motor. Aluminum pistons. Crank starts on battery or magneto. Working Acetylene lights....

For the past 60 years, six antique car clubs in Portland, Oregon have held the Always in April Portland Swap Meet. I am pleased to announce that we will have it again April 10, 11 & 12, 2026!

However, with online classifieds, T-bay, and various internet sales, our proceeds are currently only about 20% of what they were ten years ago. The swap...

Front shackle set. The shackles are NOS. Nuts are new. Plates are used. Ford script. Bushings and cotter pins included. Price is $100 plus $8.50 domestic shipping. Mark Chaffin (951) 805-0928

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Rear spring perch set (26/27) NOS with nuts. My last set. Nearly impossible to find. Not reproduced. Price is $125 plus $7.50 domestic shipping. Mark Chaffin (951) 805-0928

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Early front spring perch set with new castle nuts. Price is $100 with free domestic shipping. Mark Chaffin (951) 805-0928

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This a a broad question, I know. Locally there is a very nice Model T Haywagon conversion. Looks well built and stored indoors. It has wood spokes, and a real period conversion kit for the tongue (not a hack.job). While I don't see my Tudor pulling it, it would be a dandy wagon behind the Farmall H for our maple sap collecting and...

For Sale
Several lots (6-10) of left over parts from the improved Coupe project:
Large pics below, photographed on 1/4 grid paper.

6) Stainless Steel Rear Corner Patch Panels, rework required, lot $10
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7) Spindle washer 2709, $0.50
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8) License Plate bracket (modern), $1
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For Sale, 2 spot lights. $100 each. Both are nickled brass. Small 1 has Maxwell in lense. Steve 701 212 5009

For Sale Generator front covers. $10 each. 2 must be 26-27. Steve 701 212 5009

Front shackle set with bushings. L style (17-21) with Ford script. Perfect for a correct restoration. Reproduction later sets retail for $164.95. Get this original NOS set for $125 plus $8.50 domestic shipping. Mark Chaffin (951) 805-0928

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For Sale 2 Manifolds. 1 has bad threads $20. Good threads $60. Beauty with these they are always straight. Steve 701 212 5009

Nice large brass Zenith carburetor. Possibly a great candidate for a OHV setup. Price is $75.00 plus $17.50 domestic shipping. Mark Chaffin (951) 805-0928

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My dad and I restored this 1909 Touring between 1970 and 1977. He purchased the original chassis and body in the 1960s but I don’t have an exact date. I was still in my teens when we completed the build so I don’t have specifics or a full list of parts that were needed to complete the car. I know he shipped the wheels to someone in CA who...

Completely disassembled and cleaned, new float, float valve, venturi and choke spring, reconditioned spray needle and spray nozzle, throttle shaft bushing installed, test run. $235 postpaid to continental USA email: wlkma9@gmail.com

Wanted. Rear spring shackles, 1920 TonTruck.

What pins are used for a 1914 turtle deck lid hinge? Is it a clevis or just a roll pin?

(SOLD) rear wire wheel hub puller 5Z1172 with strike pin. Threads are in great shape and tool is marked Ford . Dealer tool. Price 225. plus shipping. Call or text (248) 894-75fiveone. Thanks, Walt

one pair. one has a stuck king pin. that one threads should be chased. The new Model T magazine from Club international has nice article on restoration of spindles The pair as illustrated is $650 postpaid.

For sale original later 1911 Ford marked access cover without made in USA . Cover has an N inspectors' mark. Cover measures .094 inch (about 3/32 inch) thick. Price $185 plus shipping. Cover has some light pitting. Call or text (248) 894-75fiveone. Thanks, Walt

These were used on 1903-04 and maybe later? Ford cars. Also I think early Cadillac used the same latch. All brass. $185.00 plus $10.00 US shipping. kdmks AT att.net.

Well, here is my latest bring home item.
M37 remnants
Will probably resell at some point but i just literally saved it from going to the junk man, still has the transfer case and such. Extremely rusty ,frame stretched,

SOLD early left and right headlight forks marked (DB) Dodge bros. and raised part numbers. Forks are in nice condition with good threads and nuts. Price $200 plus shipping. Call or text (248) 894-75fiveone. Thanks, Walt

I pulled these bands out of a buddies car while doing a clutch repair. I've never seen these and don't really like the way they seem to fit. Reluctant to re-use them... thoughts?

For sale: 11 tooth pinion in good condition $50 plus postage

text 314-575-7115 for pictures

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My old friend turns 90 today. Happy birthday Glen.

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For sale: Ford #3Z624 exhaust pack nut wrench $75 plus postage

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11 tooth pinion. Ford script. Excellent condition. $75.00 plus $8.50 domestic shipping. Mark Chaffin (951)805-0928

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For Sale Reproduction Early Model T Transmission Door Cover, Note no Made in USA. Currently no longer made. Asking $110 includes shipping to Cont U.S.

I came across this photograph of the “auto park at Lake Spenard” and thought I would share. This location is now part of Anchorage and about a quarter mile from my house. The lake was developed by Joe Spenard as a recreation area for Anchorage. This gave the name to the Spenard neighborhood. Among his other businesses, Spenard ran the City Express...

I have an improved car outside door handle with a broken, rusted spring behind the escutcheon plate. Taking it apart to replace the broken spring was easy, I just had to grind/file the crimped shoulders behind the spring retainer to remove the retainers and the broken spring from the square shaft. Putting it together is easy until it comes to...

How in the Sam Hill are you supposed to separate new best rod shim packs between layers? 20-30 years ago I used to be able to do it easily with a box cutter blade or even a pen knife blade. But these newer shims must be held together with a space age adhesive that would hold a rocket ship glued together sent to the sun! I have tried various blades...

What is the difference between the Optima red top and a Gel cell battery.

Wood steering wheel with cast spider.
12-3/8 ID

$150 plus shipping

Check or money order accepted.

Happy Holidays

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

I'm about to start a frame up build and am need of a good ignition switch and key.

Let me know what you have.
Thanks Todd Touchberry

Large estate Auction November 22, 2025 of early Model T cars, parts, tools and equipment. Google Sam Cipriano Estate Auction for listing and bidding information. This will be the first auction of three of Sams extensive collection of early Model T parts, cars, bodies, etc.

Early Holley Two Screw brass carburetor. Looks nice and complete. Shafts snug. Great for restoration. Price is $175 plus $17.50 domestic shipping. Mark Chaffin (951)805-0928

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Cowl tank access door. Price is $40.00 plus $8.50 domestic shipping. Mark Chaffin (951)805-0928

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I have a Hempy Cooper line boring jig I don't have anything else that what is pictured. I would be open to any info parts avaliable to get this into use. I would also be interested in maybe trading this plus cash for a setup that will do model A as well. Not for outright sale at this time

Does anyone have an alternator on their T? Buckeye sells them and states this on their website about them:

The 12-volt version is capable of 80 amp output; the 6-volt version is capable of 40-amp output

Model T's only have 12 AWG wiring in the charging circuit... and its 100 year old wiring to boot, nowhere near the ability to handle that kind...

Any suggestions for the beat type of paint to use to get close to original look?

$17 includes shipping.

Check or money order accepted.

Happy Holidays

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For Sale:
Spare carrier for 21 rim.

$100 plus shipping

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For Sale; One Brown MFG. 110 sidelamp with broken lens. Door works good.

$75 plus shipping

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8 pcs. A few of these are in pretty good shape. $20+ shipping for the lot
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