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This is a really great, original book. My Auto Book: Indispensable to the Motorist is a first edition with a 1908 copyright date and written by The Outing Publishing Company. This hardcover book measures about 7 1/2 by 5 and has about 200 pages. It is a log book where motorist would write the date of each trip, the names of those who attended,...

Looking for a set (2-30x3 and 2-30x3 1/2) early round fellow wheels. Original unrestored, good enough for display purposes. Will not be driven on. If they have old tires - all the better! Single, pair or set. Also looking for original mother-in-law seat with poor upholstery. Thanks for your help.

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Paula has posted some new videos of the MTFCA Wonderful Wisconsin 2022 National Tour. Please give her a thumbs up. Great videos- lots of effort.
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Here is a nice, original, brass, large size Solar Model 128-C side lamp from the 1908-1912 era. This large lamp is about 11 tall and 7 1/4 diameter rim. The large round lens has a crack but the side lamp and red jewel are good. It has the Solar tag on the front as well as the Solar stamp on the burner. It is an impressive and early side lamp. Take...

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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Here is a great, European or British all brass lamp. This could be a very large side lamp or a headlamp. It is all brass and is in nice condition with a good beveled lens. Very high quality. It measures about 16 tall and 7 3/8 rim and 6 3/4 in depth. A great lamp that would date from approximately 1900-1905.

The price is 425.00 includes shipping...

Langs doesn't have an amp meter. Mine is sticking. Is there a way to clean it? or somewhere else to get one?

This is a new never used Aluminum body timer setup for a Fordson tractor but could be rewired to fit all Model T's. The length of the armored cable housing is 24 inches and the longest wire is 33 inch's from the timer body. A new brush from the vendors for these sells for $42.95 alone. I am asking $85 for the complete setup of timer and brush,...

It will soon be MAY, and that means LURAY!!
Yep, we are now LESS than EIGHT WEEKS away, from the 9th Annual Mid-Atlantic Pre-War Swap Meet!!

BUT REMEMBER, There’s MORE!!!

The MTFCI has joined ranks with the Shenandoah Valley Racket “T”ers to bring you THREE FULL DAYS OF TOURING immediately following our regularly scheduled two-day swap meet!...

I'll take best offer, any offer, plus shipping for this stuff, know idea whats its worth, I don't want them and don't want to throw them away.
Ford wrench USA-M-01A-17014, open end 13/16 , closed end 21/32
@ 2, Ford wrench USA-M-40-17014, open end 1 , closed end 11/16
Sizes near as I can tell
2 babbit differential thrust washers, appear NOS

front timing cover centering gage … this is the tool used to center the timer recess to assure uniform timing from cylinder to cylinder … this is often overlooked when re-assembling an engine and a poorly centered timer will result in poor performance … this tool centers the actual timer recess to the camshaft ...NOT the much smaller design that...

Model T ball cap re-babbitted and bored to Standard or you specified diameter ...price is $50.00 + exchange + $17.10 priority flat rate mail in lower 48 states or actual postage outside this area or INTERNATIONAL ...Gene French 970-581-2808 or gfrench1953@hotmail.com
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These are in excellent original condition in their original box's. Mount the reflector's on your car and display the box's on your collection shelf . Asking $75 for the pair plus small flat rate postage in the U.S.
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connecting rod mold for Model T Babbitt connecting rods... pours bearing at 1 1/8 diameter with excess material on side flanges for finish machining ...price $85 plus $7.60 priority mail postage in lower 48 states ...actual postage outside this area or international … gene French 49519 cr.23 Nunn,Co. 80648 phone 970-581-2808 t rod1.JPG t rod.JPG

my original design Model T mainbearing mold will pour the babbitt bearings in BOTH the block and caps of the Model T Ford engine ... the bearings will be poured at 1 1/8 diameter to allow for finish machining as needed ... instructions are included as well as my phone or email support ... price is $100 plus $16.50 priority mail postage in lower 48...

linebore unit for boring the mainbearings and cutting thrust surfaces on models T or A Ford mainbearings … includes 4 bearing linebore frame , boring bar and bits and radius/facing bit to cut thrust surfaces and clearance radii , false cam and locator brackets and bushings and dial indicator tool set and instructions … price $1050 plus $95...

These regulators are from my 1927 coupe. I purchased new ones. Should I throw these away or would someone find a use for them?

General Discussion Forum is stuck on March17. Other forums are fine and up to date.

I just received an early hub with the machined step and three holes for mounting a speedo drive gear directly to the hub. I thought the holes for mounting the gear would be threaded but they don’t seem to be. Should they be threaded and if not, how is the gear mounted?

Looking for 2 Brass Prop Nuts for a 1914 Touring car, would like them in good condition. Thanks Jim

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My rebuild process is described in gory detail on my new website:

Forum Member Pricing:
1919-1927 Ford Model T Starter/GeneratorExchange prices (2023)

Rebuilt 6v Starter: $375 (new field coils)
12v Starter conversions $500 (new field coils)
Rebuilt...

I've got a couple questions on Warford transmissions. First, are the gears/bearings in the aluminum case and the cast iron case, the same? Second, I see that there are replacement bearing sets available but they are listed as fitting either the 1923-24 Warfords or the 1925-27 version. Is there a way to date when these transmissions were built . ....

WTB: Stevens Sea Lion and Arbors

A fellow T Ford hobbiest recently purchased this Stevens Conrod Alignment Fixture. However it is missing the sea lion and arbours.

Does anyone by chance have a sea lion, arbours or both spare?

Thanks Simon

I need a new 12V battery for my T. The current Optima red top lasted only four years. I'm very disappointed in it. The previous one lasted almost ten! I'm looking for another brand that is cheaper. I'll entertain all types. Thanks.

So something is grabbing the engine at random. It happened in this video and the run to the cemetery. hand brake on, watts or turbo clutch in it (forgot what I put in that one). Anyway - here's a scary (for me) run down the street with something wrong with the steering. I've already fixed it on camera so that will most likely be in the next...

I looked underneath the truck today and discovered I had a bad seal on my differential.

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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...

Anyone have issues with the aluminum timing gears?

Mine is noisy as all get out.

Hi all - looking to purchase a KRW Driving Plate Bushing Reamer.
I have attached a pic of what I am looking for. Any leads would be be appreciated.

Please email or DM if you can help.

Regards
Simon

Hi all,

Update - I have been fortunate to find the ticked reamers but missing a driver for the shell reamer & triple Gear Reamer I am hoping that someone will be able to help me out to complete this wonderful setup. Many Thanks Simon

Original Post:
Looking to buy a complete KR Wilson Transmission Bushing Reaming Machine. Reamers need to be in a...

I saw this a while back and while looking on-line, it popped up again. I think that is a Model A block in there.

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Looking for a set of 30 x 3.5 disc wheels, thanks!

Is this a small rear drum on my 26? If so I jave ordered the wrong size Rocky's

looking for a peddlers box for a roadster. Condition not important as long as it has the hardware.

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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

Here is a nice, small, early brass horn. This horn measures 5 long and the bell is 4 in diameter. A neat small horn and looks to be in good condition.

The price is 75.00 including FedEx shipping and insurance in the USA.

Call directly at: 734-730-4274 or email: motoringicons@hotmail.com

Thanks.

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...

What would be the average acceptable amperage draw on a Model T starter?

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

just a note for all so they don't repeat an episode like mine. I recently bought a new battery for my touring. Like everything else it cost more and was a little smaller than the battery it replaced. It definitly does not fill the battery cage, but neither did the previous battery. It appeared to be secured as it should be with the stock T hold...

Whether you use Schrader, Dill or Bridgeport tire valves, the choice is yours. I like 2 3/4 valves as opposed to the original 3 length. You still use the same number of threads, and there is just enough room for the rim nut. With the dust cap installed you can't tell. Why? Probably that 1/4 cuts down the weight somewhat.
As for the new rubber...

Here is the 2nd steering column to be identified. (Last one).

Column Length is about 54-56 inches.

Steering wheel is finger-jointed wood.

Spark and Throttle control levers are near the top of the column and have spring loaded lockers to maintain a setting.

The control levers and quadrants might be brass, but I have not done a test.

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Please help identify this steering column (#1) and the vehicle it was used on.

Length of column tube is ~ 46 inches.
Spark and throttle levers are about 11 inches down the column from the steering wheel spiders.
Part number 344253 and a 4 with a (triangle K) proof mark are cast-in-place on the gearbox housing.

Thanks in advance for your help....

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.

I posted an ad a month or two ago trying to sell these two trucks. Neither sold, so I am reluctantly going to part them out. The '26 is complete but apart, and the '23 is frame, running gear, with a rebuilt short block. I have many other parts including differentials, wheels, a C cab, steel cab for the '26, carbs, generators, starters, cast iron...

Some of you have seen it happen on video - it's way worse now. I have an issue with the green thunderbolt - I thought it was akin to slamming a modern car into park but after watching the video I shot yesterday (bcking the car out to bring in another trans to rebuild on camera as requested) - it is definitely throwing the car forward when it...

For sale Apco steering wheel puller, Original (iron) K R Wilson timing gear cover locator, and TT Hub puller, marked Ford , good threads. Each tool $120 plus shipping. Call or text (248) 894-75fiveone. Thanks, Walt

Didn’t quite expect to see this Leg at Chickasha, especially at 50 ft tall, but here it is. You can see the south building in the background and you can also see the Leg from the fairgrounds.

I want to use original radiator springs for my 1927 coupe, but I can't find two of mine. Do any of you have some that I could purchase?

I will put this request in the classified section aso.

FOR SALE: 1923 Ford Model TT Ton Truck with Weaver hand crank tow truck body. This is an older restoration in great shape. C-cab is missing windshield assembly. Some recent work includes rebuilt carburetor, new radiator and various new parts. Has auxiliary transmission Located in NE Oregon, right across the border from Walla Walla, WA. Asking...

Looking to buy a 1911 or 1912 model t touring in good shape. I help a friend to find a good touring car that's the reason of the tread. Please email me anthony.theriault@hotmail.com or call 1-819-699-6388

WTB. I would like to find a couple nice useable seat cushions for the steel cab TT. I realize that I can buy repops but much prefer a useable used set. Thanx!

I am listing for a friend who has a magnificent 1911 Model T that was restored by the late Fred Lau of Portland, Oregon.

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Some of Fred’s cars were featured in Bruce McCalley’s books From Here to Obscurity, and Model T The Car That Changed the World. It has a show quality restoration and was driven only 11 miles following its...

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Ok, why is the speed of the engine affecting the pitch of my motor type horn? I assumed that it was getting power from the battery which would be constant. Would it have to do with me changing my generator cutout to a diode?

Today, I was going to throw in the trash, 5 old, cracked metal and 5 old cracked rubber stemmed 21 tubes. I, also, have 2 tubes that are not cracked and are still holding air. I have no idea how old the lot is, but I suspect even the newest are 60 years old or more. I went ahead and cut the metal valve stems from their tubes, These were original...

The roadster pickup and an A from Bardstown, Ky. are in an online auction, earlier today I thought for sure the delivery truck was on there but I don't see it now, there is a huckster on it. You'll see a Studebaker Lark on there, I was told today that's the only car left in that lot that's not sold. These were from the thread months ago listed as...

I need Information on a 30 April 1920 Shebler Updraft Patent, as to what carburetor was designed to go with it and if it is worth trying to install and operate. Jim Golden, Bowie, aryland

Replaced housing caps with the Snyders outer grease seals. The key doesn’t fit all the way into the keyway length wise. Solutions please.

Less than 24 hours to go on this auction. Looks like a nice car, and seems like a pretty low current bid:

If you requested valves prior to 2/28/23, and they were out of stock, I will be contacting you shortly, and prices will be at the old 2022 price.

Unfortunately due to significant material cost increases (my cost, up 25% over last year), valves will include price increases as I incur them. As of now, price complete with a superior sealing lead...

Late last Monday night, a little past midnight, I ordered two new front tyres (30 x 3) through the Blockley website. Later that morning (Tuesday) my card was charged. The amount was about $25 more than the cost of tyres (£298) plus shipping (£116). I assume that was Paypal's cut. On Wednesday at 8:26 AM British time the tyres were shipped. They...

for sale: ahooga horn in very good condition. $200 plus shipping

email melbanolan@aol.com or text 314-575-7115 for pictures

for sale: Vaporizer to NH carb linkage kit. Conversion linkage $40 plus postage

for sale: small brake drum good condition $50 plus postage

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for sale: water inlet with Ford script $10 each plus postage
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for sale: early motor mount, very good condition and has Ford script on cap, on the bar and on the side. $100 plus postage.

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I am looking for pictures of the seat back upholstery on a 19 roadster. I am especially interested in the area of the arm rests and where the body dips down from the top bow saddle bracket to the arm rest. I want to know how close the upholstery follows the body contour. Inside and outside views with the top up would be great. If anyone has a...

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!

Nice original paint and complete set of early Boyco accessory oil/water/gas running board cans complete with original Boyco carrier and original caps. Unfortunately a couple of the cans have some rust holes, but this is a great conversation piece and nice to see an untouched complete set. Would look great on an unrestored original car. $500 plus...

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.

This is an original KR Wilson line boring jig for Model T. It is in very good condition complete with original bar. Nice unit for rebuilding engines. Asking $400 plus shipping. Thanks!

No I don't know the seller and yes it may be a bit high until you look at what he's done to the car.

Some may have seen this guy build this T on You Tube. He has done everything except the paint body. Every part of the build is documented.

Someone is going to end up with a nice driver.

1922 Touring for sale. Titled as a 1922 based on engine number, but it has a one-man top so I believe the car dates to late 1922 as model years changed.

The car is in great shape but hasn't run for several years. Stored in a closed garage. I installed floating hubs from Birdhaven along with new driveshaft and new axles when I rebuilt the rear end...

FS one set of 26/27 Spindles to be restored, comes with new bushings to be installed and spindle nuts and washers. Threads are in good condition.
Asking $100 plus shipping by USPS Priority mail. Jim

FOR SALE Jumbo Giant 3 speed with reverse. $200. Can deliver to Tulare swap in April DSCF8778.JPG DSCF8777.JPG

Looking for a 1912 or 1913 Runabout/Roadster restored or (unrestored but must have all pieces).

I would like to buy an original small drum A-C Brake system like shown here. I would settle for the brakes themselves if no one has the rest of the setup for sale. Not taking anything away from the excellent reproductions, but I'd like to find an original set. Thanks!

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3/22 Lower Price and FREE SHIPPING: Here is an early keyed drive plate and all the rest of the special parts required to use it. The fourth main journal and square socket are in excellent condition. $70 includes shipping inside continental USA. Email if you’re interested. Please do not post here or send a pm. I don’t receive them. Thanks!...

I installed the fuel line as shown in the attached photo. After the install, it occurred to me that I maybe should have used a longer line and put more bends in it so that there is more give to accommodate engine vibrations. What do you think?

for sale: Bosch distributor $200 plus shipping
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August 22nd

Subject to availability

Free enclosed transport along my current route
[from Gallup, NM east along the I-40 corridor
to Corbin, Kentucky

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If you attended the 2023 Chickasha Swap Meet
as a private shopper - visitor - vendor
I want to personally Thank You.

Free transport does not apply...

Want to buy a Magneto Gauge Tool - KRW reproduction. If you aren’t selling one, will you rent one to me?

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for sale: gear with Ford script. In good condition $25 plus shipping
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for sale: spindle arm with extra hole for cable. like new condition with castle nut $50 plus shipping
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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 3 complete non starter transmissions for sale. These are extra to me. $150 EACH. Pickup here or I can bring to Luray. Here pictures of 2 the other I have not gotten out yet. Email me at address in pictures. Thanks Dan
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I hope you all are having a great day! As many of you know, there are no new cam shafts to be had a present…. I’ve got two camshafts on back order right now ……a standard stock and a 270…. My primary objective is to have the most low end torque that I can have, because I’ve got a lot of hills to climb in the area of Pennsylvania where I...