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This is a complete unit that will need to be gone through. Asking $750 firm.I WILL NOT SHIP THIS, BUT I CAN BRING IT TO THE MOTHER LODE MODEL T SWAP MEET IN AUBURN CA. ON THIS COMING JUNE 5TH 2022. OR you can stop by our house and pick it up.
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Stock Model T's, in short, Ford Races, were a part of the program at some of the larger race meets as a filler before the featured races. These races were just as popular with Ford Owners in the grandstand as the Fronty Fords that ran in the Indianapolis 500 races in the 1920s.

This race was held at the Legion Ascot Park Race Track outside of Los...

For Sale, 1915-16 Coil box, New Switch, 4 screaming HOT brass top coils, Round corner one piece lid, it needs some TLC a very solid complete hard to find coil box with good coils. $500 obo. plus shipping. 1-423-two84-97fifty.
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I am picking my 1922 up in a couple of days and taking it to the port to be shipped to Alaska. I need to get as free a neutral on the handbrake as possible so the shippers can move it (they will not drive it). The car has Rocky Mountain brakes and the the transmission brake does not really need to work during shipping. I can readjust things when I...

I have installed the repaired and repainted front fenders, new hood shelf wood and trying to fit the repo radiator apron but no cigar yet. The front of the fenders where they bend over the front of the frame extend behind the apron and won't let it come back to meet the front engine mount. The original apron was welded to the radiator shell and...

Having a 1/2” plate machined at a local shop next week, and they’ll be building my “lake style” exhaust.

The measurements I acquired off the forum, that I corrected with information from original post:
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I also saw a post with the plate that was produced by Chaffin years ago:...

Yesterday, I saw an imported car with the darkest blue/black paint I've seen on a modern car. I believe it was an Infinity. I'm willing to bet this is close to what Ford used.

Cleaning off shelf's. Sets 1 & 2 are 5.00 each. Sets 3&4 are 8.00 each plus shipping. IMG_20220526_131325221.jpg IMG_20220526_131337070.jpg IMG_20220526_131340831.jpg IMG_20220526_131344835.jpg IMG_20220526_131331606.jpg

I would like to buy a wood wheel puller.
I have one but for the life of me I cant find it.
If some on in the Tucson, Arizona area would loan me one that would work.
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If anyone who read part 1 is interested, the link below has part 2. Frank Kulick was one of Henry Fords first five employees with FMC, and the only one hired by HF himself. Kulick was the face of Ford racing, and along with Henry Ford, probably the best known of all Ford employees between 1904 and 1928.

To read part 2, click on the link:...

Need a set for a low cowl 23, should be the metal style.
Thanks

Want to buy Stevens number T-181 rethreading tool. Used to clean up the hub cap threads on the front & rear hubs. Darryl Bobzin

Looking for front hub with shoulder on inside for speedometer gear. Must be serviceable. No cracks, or opened up at the wheel bearings. Races must still be press fit.

Waiting for me when i got home, thanks to Calimers wheel shop. Now I would like to stain these black, what have you guys done that finishes well, oil/water based ect.

I am looking @ a pre-stain water based wood conditioner and then applying a water based wood stain Varithane. Any input would be great, thanks in advance.

Today, I got a set of door and window shim sets at Lowes for about $6.00 and they make excellent coil shims.

With them still sealed tight with plastic wrap, I cut the pack in two at the middle with a miter saw.

Then cut each section in two off center, so I had 1 inch and 1 1/2 inch wedges.

Then made the ends slightly smoother on my belt sander,...

I just put white vinegar my radiator to clean it. How long should it be left in?

I have recently bought a 1930 Triumph Super 7 car that has been off the road for 22 years. I now have it driving but I have a vibration.
I think its the drive shaft (check the video link) so that's away being checked, straightened and balanced etc.
The car has a drive tube from the diff halfway up the car and then a solid drive shaft about half a...

I think I have seen vacuum gauges on Montana 500 dashes in the past. If not has anyone run a vacuum gauge on there model T and know what the vacuum is under acceleration? I know this changes with altitude just looking for ball park figure from hard acceleration to WOT.
Thanks.
Craig.

I need to change to safety glass in my 100 year old touring T.
I have taken the frame and glass out of the car and found a fellow to cut the safety glass and replace it.
What advice can forum users give me to get out the old glass and put in the new safety glass?
Should heat be applied or some solvent to loosen the glass? It seems to be solidly...

Is there a forum member who lives near
Topanga, California who would be willing
to give driving lessons and serve as a Mentor
to a new Model T owner ?

FJ

I am wondering if someone can be of help on this

I have a 1922 Canadian Touring. Before I start the upholstery do I need to add the wood trim around the top edge of the seats. It already has the plastic trim installed as per my pics but Im not sure if I need to build or buy the wood rails and attach them. IMG_5100.jpeg IMG_5101.jpeg

I checked...

Betsy, my Model T turns 100 today!

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Regards,

Steve Boothroyd

Can't figure out why this is bored into the engine side of the this firewall....what's it for? It is only 5/8's deep and it does intersect the mixture control rod that passes through that slant drilled hole. Is there some sort of vibration damper that fits inside to keep the rod from turning on it's own whilst the car is traveling? You can see it...

I'm trying to help an elderly friend on his Model T (1927 Roadster). He has a 12 volt battery installed but he is still running the 6 volt wooden coils and generator. He's using a ballast resistor (white porcelain resistor) that reduces power from 12 volts to 6 volts. We're having trouble with the car running for only a few seconds then dying. I...

Since I’m not too bright on things like this….

Is this a Mag horn or a DC horn? The coil thingy has me thinking it may be AC??

Thanks in advance….

I am looking to buy Wheel Dollies to move my vehicles around the garage. I'll either be moving my '28 A or '26 T or '55 Chevy truck. When the rating says it's good for 1,000 pounds is that at each wheel? Would 4 of them hold up a 3,000+ truck? Or do I need ones rated for the total weight of the truck?

I need to adjust my headlights upward. When using a plumb bob, they are about 1/4 out of adjustment. I know there is some special tool that Ford created to do bend that thick bar, but I don't have one. What have other done to adjust their headlights (up or down - not left/right) Thanks.

Have a set of new floorboards I purchased at Luray last year that I won’t be using. Made by Jonathan Anderson for an ‘11 Torpedo. Would like to get back what I paid for them, $210. Willing to ship domestically at my expense.

Feel free to reach out.
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Thanks,
Austin

FS One NOS (almost) Lester 30 X 3 1/2 white wall tire. In case you haven't notice nobody's making 30 X 3 1/2 white walls any more. While on a 4 day tour recently I had a tire problem on old #4, on the third day. As a true track race car #4 doesn't carry a spare, and we were a long way from home. I Called a friend in the area and borrowed the only...

Found the Livingston radiator I was searching for and am now looking for a badge and serial number plate. Email me by using the envelope after you click on the contact button to the right of this post if you can help.

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As seen in picture. All are used and look decent. $25 gets them. Shipping inside the U.S. is included. Please email if you are interested, do not post here or pm. Thanks!

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As seen in picture. All are used and look decent, not rusty. $30 gets them. Shipping inside the U.S. is included. Please email if you are interested, do not post here or pm. Thanks!

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SOLD ORIGINAL UNMOLESTED aluminum valve cover for the Frontenac OHV head. You’ve heard of unobtanium? Here you go. Tmorsher@icloud.com no repairs, no extra holes Tim made the bad mistake of buying a reproduction years ago. Don’t make the same mistake Tim did. Tmorsher@icloud.com to reach me. Thanks! 1A5F18F0-9CA8-4BC4-A228-0C2B460241C7.jpeg...

Nice and clean ready to install. 50.00 plus shipping IMG_20220519_135716915.jpg IMG_20220519_135653705.jpg IMG_20220519_135641778.jpg IMG_20220519_135634067.jpg

Pulled off an engine and cleaned up. Looks like it will operate nicely. 35.00 plus shipping IMG_20220519_145544574.jpg IMG_20220519_145533672.jpg IMG_20220519_145522146.jpg IMG_20220519_145458010.jpg

A couple questions:

How many speeds does a Warford have
does it have reverse
how do you modify the drive shaft
can you buy an already shortened driveshaft

Thank you for your help in advance!

Jonah D'Avella

Here we go with that firewall again. The drawing shows ⅜ holes for the two bolts and calls for T-7255 body bolts without giving the bolt size. The bolts used when this car was assembled in the seventies are ⁵⁄₁₆ . I'm assuming that the ⁵⁄₁₆ bolts are wrong and they should be ⅜ , but I'd better check and be sure. I've found plenty of incorrect...

WTB '26-'27 touring top bows/irons

Looking for a set of original sun visor corners for a 27 coupe.

I have just purchased a 1926 Model T pickup. It is in need of a new roof. Does anyone have a resource for a wood kit for this vehicle?

Thanks,

Ben Fry
San Benito, TX
956-498-5990

Starter switch with extension use on 19 - 27 $25.00 Front floor board support 22 * 25 $15.00 Spare rim carrier outer clamp $5.00
Radiator apron for 17 - 23 (T 3977-E) $50.00 All are plus postage. DSC00006.JPG DSC00005.JPG DSC00011.JPG DSC00034.JPG DSC00033.JPG

Have a couple of Ford script inlets fs. 10.00 each plus shipping IMG_20220525_122713797.jpg IMG_20220525_122720579.jpg

These are 1/2 for22-27 touring roadster.28.00 for the pair plus shipping IMG_20220525_132957971.jpg IMG_20220525_133008133.jpg IMG_20220525_133018701.jpg

I am also going to make a run of the Reamer/Taps for the Stevens tool. Price will be $200 + shipping. If you want one email me at address in pictures. Thanks Dan 1F63BB1A-86D2-4CBF-8351-B678600E540B.jpeg

I am looking for one of these snow chains that are pictured below. It is made by the Bear MFG Co.
I am looking for one to complete a set of eight. I have seven.

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Are there any antique electric car guys on here? I have searched the web for interest groups but have not found any. Art

What is the bore spacing for the T engine as well as the Model A. Searched but with no avail. Thanks

Glad to answer questions and add pictures if needed. $375 now $310 shipping included to the 48. A

This is a narrow style transmission cover (5th style)
For very late 1909 & 1910. The cover is in good shape no cracks in the perimeter mounting bosses, the pedals are crisp & pedal holes have been sleeved plus the Clutch pedal boss has been reinforced. Really a nice addition. $1650.00 plus the ride to your location. I bought this for a 1910...

Just sold one to a gentleman and found another. Called the gooseneck I just learned. 75.00 plus shipping IMG_20220314_113210531.jpg IMG_20220314_113231869.jpg IMG_20220314_113220729.jpg

I've been calling around for a piece of 14 1/2 round 1/4 thick laminated glass with 1/2 of it having a polished edge for the monocle windshield for the speedster I'm building..... I only found 2 places that would do it, one wanted $325.00 the other $430.00. I know it's a tricky piece to cut, but does anyone know of an economical place to get a...

A friend just bought some farmland that included several buildings full of stuff. I liked the design of this sausage grinder, using 2 steering wheels to make a pulley for the belt to ride in and the gear reduction slowing things down. I figured some pictures to the MTFCA crowd would be appreciated.....

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Not Model T but I thought I would offer it here before going to Ebay. I have for sale a NOT matched set of four Model A shock links. THREE ARE A LIKE AND ONE IS DIFFERENT (SEE THE SECOND PICTURE FOR DIFFERENCE)(THE ONE ON THE FAR LEFT IS DIFFERENT). Some of the venders are out of these. See the pictures of what is offered. Free shipping to the...

I have a steel, high radiator shell for sale. It has tapered mounting brackets which I believe makes it is for a high radiator. It has a mixture of black paint and surface rust. I don't see any rust out, cracks, or missing pieces. I am asking $125 plus shipping.

If you have any questions or need any more pictures, please let me know. Radiator...

Not Model T but I thought I would offer it here before going to Ebay. I have for sale a matched set of four Model A shock links. Some of the venders are out of these. See the pictures of what is offered. Free shipping to the lower 48 states, other places will need to figure out extra shipping cost.
The price is $100 for them all. Please email me...

Still a strong step. 8 overall. 8.00 plus shipping IMG_20220525_140523524.jpg IMG_20220525_140531084.jpg IMG_20220525_140540244.jpg

Wanted- a speedometer gear for the front wheel. Larger than Model T. Should have either 72 or 76 teeth. May or may not be a Stewart and may not have a name. Picture is a 68 tooth- just for attention. Thanks for looking!

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Mashed a bit too hard on my starter switch today. Good thing i had a spare.... bent, loose and wobbly. It shorted out and the arc sound was spectacular. Did a bit of welding.....

New never used wire wheel hub caps. $40.00 plus postage. Can email pictures.

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I’m interested in spinner hubcaps for 26/27 wire wheels. These don’t seem to be an easy find, but I’m relatively new.
Text or call-859-991-5028
Email-jwilliams@corkensteel.com

Brass sediment bulb, new screen and lead washer, only needs spring, washer, and carter pin.
$50.00 plus $10.00 to ship. contact: 1-423-two84-9750.
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Here is a set of new as issued, unused California Horseless Carriage Plates. Very nice. Stored for a very long time. 220.00 shipped to lower 48.

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For sale is a 13-14 Brass windshield with 2 wipers. $50 DSC00041.JPG DSC00040.JPG 0 plus freight. more pictures on request.

SOLD I have for sale a LEE DAY-NIGHT GAS GAUGE it says for a Ford Sedan Model made by The Columbus Company. SEE PICTURES
It has a box, but the ends are gone. Just the side are there. The float has been chewed on by a mouse.
Free shipping in the lower 48, shipping to other parts will need to be figured out.
The price is $125
Email me are PM me....

Original unrestored 1924 Coupe. No rust, All original interior that is deteriorated. All original glass intact. good top. Body is excellent. Fenders have usual dings. Has been in long term storage until yesterday. Engine turns over. have not tried to start. Has good Mn. Title. $4,800. No texting. 507 458 6778. Located 50 miles south of St. Paul,...

For sale, 1926 roadster pickup, just out of 20 year storage. good tires, good body and very straight rust free box. Just in time for summer. It turns over good. Gas and a battery and it should run. It should be a nice easy project. $7,500 OBO. Located 50 miles South of St. Paul, Mn. 507 458 6778.

For sale is a 13-14 Brass windshield with 2 wipers. DSC00041.JPG DSC00040.JPG more pictures on request. $500 plus freight.

Need gone, 1912 Model T Deluxe Sport Phaeton Convertible. RARE body style, matching numbers, low miles, original paint/upholstery. BARNFIND.
In unrestored condition, needs some TLC, last driven 4 months ago in a Christmas Parade. Make an offer, no low-ballers, I know what I've got.

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WTB: Front spring, 7 leaf, rounded and tapered ends.

I am headed down to California to pick up my new 22 pickup and there is a chance that the key is missing. I see that I can get replacement keys, but I don’t know how to do that if I don’t know the number. Is it stamped on the switch somewhere?

This would not be an issue if the freight company in Tacoma did not require the key to ship it to...

L- irons and saddles for 9-22 touring. 9 long. 45.00 plus shipping IMG_20220525_144812835_HDR.jpg IMG_20220525_144820931_HDR.jpg

Can someone post a picture or two of the gas line routing for a 1926 Roadster? Mine came to me with a stock sediment bowl, but rubber hose to the stock carb. I suppose it's not a dire need, but I'd like to change it to stock.

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I assume some fasteners go in these two little holes. What are they?

13-22 5/8 hole. 12.00 for the pair to your door. Notice the nick in front of one IMG_20220525_135338380.jpg IMG_20220525_135348023.jpg

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I have 5 new Comander brand tires, rubber stem tubes and flaps. $750 for all I am in Indiana. Can send pictures if interested in them.

I'm currently restoring a late 1911 touring car that has a November 1911 engine serial number, which matches the title. The original firewall still has what is likely the original patent plate shown in the picture below. This number is roughly 2000 higher than the engine serial number. Does anyone know what this number signifies?

The body also...

Fits a 2 hinge, arm is approximately 7 and 1/2 .25.00 plus shipping IMG_20220525_105502328.jpg IMG_20220525_105539550.jpg

2022 Minnesota area Model T Reunion June 11-12.

15-19 touring and sedan. 30.00 plus shipping IMG_20220525_112154813.jpg IMG_20220525_112201255.jpg IMG_20220525_112206718.jpg IMG_20220525_112211258.jpg

Keep the droop out of your fenders. Measures 64 1/8 out to our. 20.00 plus shipping IMG_20220525_103619173_HDR.jpg IMG_20220525_103649371.jpg

Have a number of these. Will blast clean for you. 25.00 each plus shipping IMG_20220525_103020584.jpg

Electric horn bracket for magneto and battery horns.attaches to head bolt and water inlet bolt. 19-25. 10.00 plus shipping IMG_20220525_101254165.jpg IMG_20220525_101301160.jpg IMG_20220525_101351823.jpg

Depot hacks and trucks19-25. Very nice panel. Comes with your choice of black or the white switch. Black one has a key, I don't understand the amp hole though. 50.00 plus shipping IMG_20220316_100849756.jpg IMG_20220316_100930001.jpg IMG_20220316_100936502.jpg IMG_20220316_100941164.jpg

I have 13-17 flat doors and 18-27 doors. 20.00 each plus shipping IMG_20220525_092919088.jpg IMG_20220525_092942790.jpg IMG_20220525_092944173.jpg

Testing the waters to see if there are any TTs coming up for sale.
Prefer the C-Cabs, but keeping an open mind. A pm is fine, or email @ brooks saint ives at aol dot com (all one word).
Or call 609 920 4220. Many thanks.

Brooks