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Hi friends,

It saddens me to let you know Tony Bowker lost his fight today with a very aggressive Cancer. He was a dear friend, my role model in this hobby, a great mentor. I loved him like he was family. I had planned to see him this weekend but sadly it will never come. He loved these cars like no other, he loved his many friends and members he...

So I hurt my back and I'm down for a bit - so I grabbed the laptop and edited the last of the footage I took pre-tweak.

Here it is for those interested:

It's two parts - skip what you don't like.

In the video I discuss options on what I could do to the fordor. I can't sell it as is cause something inside is clearly not right and I can't move...

Hi All
I have a set of Messenger wire wheels that suit a T. I am trying to find some information on how the hubcaps work? I am missing them all. Any information would be greatly appreciated
I believe these wheels were made in Canada

On March 18th I hosted an ignition system clinic at my shop. About 18 members attended enjoying donuts and coffee with a shoebox swap meet before hand. Using a variety of parts and tooling we went over the basics of the model T ignition system. I think everyone picked up something and I had to dig a little to answer some of the questions.

With...

Wasn’t there a meeting last weekend? Any reports or photos?

Andy

Just wanted to know everyone's thoughts on the Hydraulic stabilizer for front axle. I have one on my 15 Touring (came with it) and the car never seems to get caught in the ruts and I never had an issue with the front wheels tracking. I drove my 24 Coupe with a very tight front end for the first time last weekend and she tracked with the road. The...

The valve head drawing (15th Jan 1927) lists the material as Grade B cast iron. I'm wondering if anyone has the specifications on this material?

I've seen other threads referencing Shop Theory - The Henry Ford Trade School listing the composition of EE steel and other materials. Does anyone have a copy of this that could check?

Nice 1912 Wisconsin license plate, $150 plus shipping.
4 Ball Kingston Carburetor. Ran extremely well and idled like a dream on my 1915 T then it took a dump and started leaking fuel, I’m sure a needle valve and seat is needed, $250. plus shipping. I’ve got the correct carburetor for my T now so this one is available....

I'm looking for some input and advice regarding how realistic an idea I have is.

Here is a little background information: I'm looking at retiring in about 5 years and we'll probably be downsizing shortly thereafter (or so I've been told...). My main hobbies have been vintage and antique snowmobiles as well as some old tractors & a few old cars &...

Windshield decal - there when I purchased.

Stromberg Hot Spot Manifolds with the correct and original hot spot control valve. Both manifolds and control valve are in good shape. Includes a copy of Stan Howes' OF and Hot Spot instruction manual. $350.00+$40.00 UPS shipping. Check or money order. Email me through this site if interested or have any questions. H1.jpg H2.jpg H3.jpg H4.jpg

Does anyone know of service help i can get in colorado, fixing things that i can't do myself?

Looking for 11-13 tea cup pan. Either one will do.

Thanks Tom

I have a 24 coupe and think i should get the rocky mountain brakes. I dont care if i die but it would be a shame to hurt that Beautiful car. Where do i start? Langs? Are they hard to install? And is it better to get the petal rather than welding on a tab yourself?

Does anyone know how i get my hands on a Ruckstell Axle? I suppose you are all laughing right about now.

Going through some more original parts I ran across these odd and large car windshield hinges one is brass and steel the other all steel, anyone have any ideas? Bob

Does anyone have a factory drawing of the two piece valve? Any year would be ok.

I'm putting together an article for our local club magazine and am after the material for the head and stem & also details on how the two are joined.

Pictures of other cars in the estate auction

Excellent condition low head. Spark plug threads are all good. $225.00+$50.00 UPS shipping. Check or money order. Email me through this site. L1.jpg L2.jpg L3.jpg L4.jpg

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Well I am slowly progressing, crank is now good as are the con rods all at 1.5 thou clearance with no binding. They were a pig to balance, I ended up doing twenty measurements and averaging…

So I thought I would check my pistons. These are new cam ground 0.20 oversize. I told the machine shop that bored the block to go with 0.0035...

Hello,
Broke out the t for the first time and noticed a flow of grease and oil out of the u joint. It was grease followed shortly after by a mix of oil. I believe the grease melted and flowed out. What grease should be used in the u joint?
Regards,
Matthew

A number of folks who expressed an interest in these have failed to follow through, so I am left with a few spares that I did not anticipate having. Contact me through email if you are interested in owning one. There is not an unlimited supply and I am still conflicted as to the real need/demand for these things, so please understand that it is...

I will be upholstering my touring car this spring and want to know if anyone has any photos of the job anyone else has done. I got a kit from Classtique & it is beautiful! Of course I don’t want to mess it up in any way, so just trying to do some homework before tackling the job. Any photos and comments appreciated!

Greetings All!! Get ready for a wonderful and rewarding Tulare Swap Meet at the Tulare County Fair Grounds on April 14-15 2023. Move-in day is April 13 from 9:00am to 6:00pm. This year we have a new and, (hopefully), permanent venue. After two years at the Agri-Center, we moved to the Fair Grounds. This will be a Pre-War ONLY event this year, much...

ORIGINAL NON FORD KEY BOARD $25.00 PLUS SHIPPING SAYS KEYS TO FIT FORDS

SOLD

During our club's tech session last night, Joe Bell showed us a rear wheel with an interesting hub on it. As you can see it's got six flats on it that are also pretty well beat to crap. Apparently someone had trouble getting the wheel off the axle. The felloe clamps do indicate it's a Hayes wheel FWIW. Anyone seen one like it? Aftermarket hub...

Why can't I post photos that are taken with my phone in vertical position?

For some time now one rear wheel was talking to me as we rounded corners. It had already had a farm fix with metal wedges driven between spokes. I had tightened the hub bolts and re-peened the bolts, but looseness in the tenons could not be fixed. The difficulty was finding a sound replacement with the same weathered look. In the end I gave up...

Anyone bringing good usable ‘22 fenders to Luray this year? I may be in the market if price and my wallet can come to terms.

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THIS IS THE MOST VALUABLE TOOL I HAVE IN MY SHOP. IT WILL STRAIGHTEN ANYTHING. CAMSHAFTS, CRANKSHAFTS, DRIVE SHAFTS, FRONT AXLES, REAR AXLES. , REAR AXLE HOUSINGS. I WOULD NOT SELL IT IF I WASN'T SO OLD. $6.000.00 951-735-4791 DSC0433 PRESS.JPG

DIXIE FRONT END AND REAR END REBUILDING STAND. THIS STAND IS BETTER THAN THE KR WILSON AS IT IS MORE FLEXABLE $2,000
KR WILSON MODEL T & A ENGINE STAND WITH TOOL TRAY $1,800
KR WILSON MODEL T & A ENGINE STAND WITH TOOL TRAY AND ROLLER BASE $2,500
PAN STRAIGHTENING STAND $2,000 SOLD
TRANSMISSION BALANCING STAND $800
KR WILSON COMBINATION MACHINE...

GLOVER E. RUCKSTELL AND THE RUCKSTELL AXLE RETAIL PRICE $34.95 GET YOUR COPY WHILE THE SUPPLY LASTS FOR HALF PRICE $22.50 POSTAGE PAID, FOREIGN SHIPPING AT COST
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I’ve heard that a Voltage Regulator (cutout look alike) is smarter than the original generator cutouts. How is the generator third brush adjusted when a VR is used…or does it even matter?

The Brass Era, 6 Day, 2023 Golden Gate Tour will start on Sunday evening, May 28, 2023 at the Mill Valley Travelodge for 4 nights. Call (415) 569-3948 for reservations (no group block). Make reservations now if you plan to attend!

Then, we progress to the Creekside Inn - Russian River, on Thursday, June 1 for two more nights. Call 707-869-3623...

The dise brakes are sold thank you mtfca

The clamp-on swivel bracket on my 1915 didn't want to stay put. So I bought a #2696B spindle arm, the one with a hole in it for a swivel bracket. I thought it would be pretty simple to make a bracket that would take a bolt through the hole and remain solidly in place. But it turns out the hole is tapered. I expect I can make a tapered part that...

I have sent rocky mtn brake an email with not reply
Just need afew small things for TT brake setup

Hi guy's
I'm putting together a rear for a upcoming project and found out the axle is a pre 1918. This has thrown a monkey wrench in my plans
on several points. First using the outside seals I prepurchased is out of the question. Fortunately Az Terry has a pair of early 2510 caps.
The other issue is there dosen't seem to be enough room for a...

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Everything you need to turn your standard T chassis into a speedster . small drum Ruckstell rear end , shifter shaft and gear shaft handle used but in good condition , I boult it from Mark Chaffin . aluminum Warford with shortened radius rods and drive shaft rebuilt by Henry K Lee . He is the best . steering column with lower gear box , coupler ,...

For Sale: Model T Touring, older restoration $22,500.00

Learned something new today, evidently there is a longer than the normal rear spring clamp (U bolt) and I need to find a pair of the long ones for my 1927 Touring. Let me know if you have 1 or 2 your willing to part with
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for sale : set of Townsend auto. cast aluminum connecting rods ... these are designed for use in fitting Model A crankshaft into Model T motor block ... the machining instructions are included ... machining will require lathe and milling machine work ... price is $150 + $17.10 flat rate postage in lower 48 states ... actual postage outside this...

I have a set of Birdhaven wood wheel sure stop disc brakes . I bought them new 1125 .00 will sell for 850.00 I can send pictures from my phone to your phone . Perry 512 234 0243 .

...I’ve recently had the good fortune to acquire most of the correct ‘3 bolt’ muffler for my 1914 runabout. Thankfully, the center and middle ORIGINAL baffles are still in good shape as is the tail pipe. However I had to order the external muffler shell from one of our suppliers. Therein lies my problem: The cast iron muffler diameters are...

Nice round gas tank 1913-1920 $225
Free delivery to Portland Swap Meet this weekend.

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Stewart Model C, correct for 1913 in very nice condition. Untested, but drum turns when input is turned. $150.

Rebuilt swivel, 2-1/2:1 Rebuilt, very nice. $275

Price is firm, selling for widow.

Free delivery to the Portland Swap Meet this coming weekend.
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Here I have a watts clutch set up for sale. This includes the four thick plates and the one thin one as well as the special high pressure spring required for this type of clutch. These have not been available for a number of years. I removed the clutch from a rebuilt transmission that had never been used. It's in New condition with some...

What are these wire springs and where do I get new ones?

This was a labor of love building from a scrap pile at my Dads in Montana. Over 20 years of collecting parts, multiple design changes until I was pleased. It is a fun one for sure.

ENGINE:
-0.030 bores, standard topped pistons
-Dunn weighted EE crank with 0.010/0.010 on mains and rods (dippers installed on rods)
-Stainless Steel valves with hard...

I am looking for an nos or unrestored left front fender for a 1923 low cowl touring. I am finishing an unrestored car and want everything to match.Thanks

I just received a 1913 Speedster. Seems to be an incredible build, everything looks new, but zero documentation - I will be asking a lot of questions. I am mostly an old car guy, Packard, Pierce, Thomas, Napier, Cadillac. I recognize that Model T, I have several. It is a very tough car, but unique in many aspects. I have studied the history and...

Where can I find the list of Model T parts suppliers that used to be on the website?

Hello. I'm a new member and thought I'd say hello. I have just bought my first Model T (1923 pickup conversion). I'm looking forward to learning from people on this site.

I want to post photos. Can someone guide me thru the procedure? I also need to know how to resize photos.

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This aluminum hogshead with lettered pedals will need some repair where the last hole closest to the block is broken.
$75 Free delivery to Portland Swap Meet this coming weekend.
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This is a reproduction carb made be the late Ernie Brown of Antlers, OK. Ernie was a top notch pattern maker and machinist. He did first class work as you can see. Ernie reproduced the 1909-11 Kingston 5 ball, 1910, 1911 and 1912 Holley carbs. There are many of Ernie’s carbs on running cars today and many of the owners have no idea that he made...

Are these two attached images of a Speedster Model T? Looks like my great granduncle might have raced his in California. I'm hoping to uncover the exact year and model variety of this particular car. Thanks for any help!

April 13-15, setup day is April 13. New location this year, Tulare County Fairgrounds. This is traditionally a great swap meet! See you there.

For Sale is a NOS gold plated Stromberg OF. Complete beautiful carb. $800.00. Kdmks AT att.net.

These are images generated by Artificial Intelligence on the Stable Diffusion website.

You type in a description (eg Model T Snowmobile) and hit Generate Image.

I wonder if anyone recognises the photos they are based on?

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I used to post pictures but now a yellow triangle comes up, what am I doing wrong? Thanks

We are in the planning stages of putting together a model T tour in Eastern Europe, with the antique automobile and model T club of Hungary, and the caretakers of the Jozsef Galamb museum in September of 2024.
Gathering information to find out if anyone would be interested in a 15 day tour that includes Budapest and Vienna with your own model T....

Hoping to find a carbide generator appropriate for a mostly original car with a 50 year old paint job. Must be excellent and complete.

For sale is a pretty nice 7 rivet oil pan. It has the correct removable bottom and 1 piece retainer. Good solid pan. $1500.00 plus shipping. kdmks AT att.net.

In the thread Who's that in the photo? Alan invited me to post a photo of him on a visit to us here in South Australia. Before I could work out just which photo he was referring to, the news came that his five year fight against leukemia had taken its toll, and he passed just after his 70th birthday

Alan had restored a 1926 T roadster pickup that...

Storyful 3-27-23 (On Yahoo News today)
Headline: Tire Shoots Off Truck and Flips Car on Los Angeles Freeway

The front left wheel came off a pickup on the freeway just ahead of a Kia SUV. The Kia went over the rolling wheel and was launched into the air, flipped, and came down on its top, then rolled and landed on its wheels. As the Kia slid to a...

Limited quantity of NOS Kingston coil points.
$7.50 per set.
Free Delivery to the Portland Swap Meet this coming weekend.

What fixtures do these reamers use

Here is a TA14/15 Mike. This is a direct read Mike made by Starrett. Only selling cause I am downsizing. $225.00 + shipping. Email me at address in pictures. Thanks Dan
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WTB.
I need to match this door handle on my Dad's Street rod. No idea what it really goes to. Anyone help with identifying or have this handle.
Brian Dowell 586 864 5110

Nice pair of 1913 Wisconsin license plates. $300.00 plus shipping. Kdmks AT att.net.

Whis is making the finger joint box for a repop KW Coil?
Thank you
Jon Crane
cranejon@hotmail.com

Here is a 26/27 amp meter. Looks like an original, but I am not sure. Needle moves, don’t know if it works. $25.00. Email me at address in pictures. Thanks Dan.
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Early switch panel. Has lock tumbler in, key 55. But does not turn. No switch parts. Has an amp meter, don’t know condition. Needle does move. $20.00 + shipping. Email me at address in pictures. Thanks Dan.
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Here are some 3420 low speed adjusting screw lock nuts. They are NOS. $2.50 each + shipping. Email me at address in pictures. Thanks Dan
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These plates are in excellent near new shape, in primmer, and just need to be painted the proper colors for the year. I checked them out with California Department of Motor Vehicles a while back and they were clear in the system to register on your 1924 California year of make vehicle. Asking $95 plus postage.
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We are having our 6th annual Model T- Model A - prewar swap meet and car show at our farm Saturday April 22, 2023 stating at 7AM. Free overnight primitive camping. Free setup, free admission. Restroom and lunch wagon on site. Location is 7525 County 12 Blvd. Kenyon, Mn. 55946. 50 miles south of St. Paul. Buy, sell or look. Questions, call 507 458...

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for sale ... reproduction quick bolt set for models A and T Ford main bearings ... these are made from grade 8 bolt stock and 1045 steel ...all US materials and manufactured by me , here in USA ... introductory price of $250 plus $15 postage in lower 48 states ,includes the 6 bolts , nuts and quick keepers for ends ... i will add photos this...

Offered here is a pair of front accessory Hayes wire wheels. They are the 30 x 3.5 size. The outside rims are in great condition. One is missing the front spokes. These accept regular 30 x 3.5 inch demountable rims and fit directly to model T spindles using regular bearings.

Asking $400 plus shipping for the pair. Thanks!

This is a really nice original and complete Hempy Cooper line boring jig from the early 1920s for Model T blocks. It is complete with original shaft, gears and cutters. Great unit. Asking $500 plus shipping.