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I witnessed a man jump start his 6 volt battery with a 12 volt battery for his T at a car show. He said his 6 volt battery was dead and his arthritis was hurting so he couldn't arm crank. He connected the 12 volt battery via jumpers. The T started immediately then he disconnected the back up 12 volt battery right away. QUESTION: what harm was done...

1927 Touring, I can not see a way to mount the radiator with the springs, without having the radiator mounted solid to the hood shelf. the picture shows where the mounting hardware would end up if the springs where fully collapsed, using new spring, which when collapsed are shorter than the originals.
The only thing I see different than all the...

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I had a request for a ride to the icecream shop. I woke up the TT this morning and run it down the road for a warm up. Chainged oil, lubed and greased all points needed. Gave it a bath for its next task.

I was asked to take the Amish shool kids for icecream. Its their prize for beating the adult men in baseball on the last...

Just a reminder for anyone interested. Great swap meet for T parts.
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Ford drain plug wrench
Thanks

I was hoping to bring this to Homecoming
But the graduation season is making me a no-show for another year.
I would like to sell all this as one lot.
Rod jigs
Combination Machine
Babbit fixtures
Reamers
Also includes 2 blocks ,2 heads,3 camshafts
A box of main caps, and 8 rods for practice .
I can text pictures to interested parties

My best...

Sold! Thank You MTFCA

Bought this LF off of eBay. Cleaned it up inside and out. Very little wear on any of the parts. Went to install it today and realized that the flange bolts threads are small then manifold holes and course thread. Spacing is correct. Is this the correct LF for a T, or did I not do my homework before I bought?

On a wooden firewall, is the terminal block held to the firewall with the same screws that hold the wires? Or are there longer screws for that? Thanks!

How and where does the hidem welt end on the bottom of the top rear curtain at the belt rail? Thanks, Art

I was at a friends house and he showed me his new lift chair that got me thinking how about a lift creeper . I have noticed lately they seem to be making them closer to the ground and therefore harder to rise from. While were at it why not a screwdriver with a big soft handle? :twisted:

Hi All,

I am working on a 1911 Torpedo.
To do the job right I am looking for the firewall to frame bracket set.
In the parts catalog from Chaffin's Garage I found the part number for these brackets 3640/41T.
Since a few days I am trying to contact them for asking if they have them in stock but can't get an answer.

Maybe somebody out there can...

Morning, looking for a useable tall T radiator. Can pick up in AZ or SoCal, thanks!

Here is what any young man would want to get into the Fordson engine rebuilding. It is a Hempy Cooper Fordson main bearing boring machine, a Fordson main bearing pouring jig and a homemade Fordson flywheel magnet leveling tool. I am downsizing my shop so they are for sale. Hempy Cooper works, has fake cams and crank handle. Do see any cutters ,...

I still have a few of these taps for the special thread Pinion Bearing bolts. $55 each + shipping. These are made in USA. Email me at address in pictures. Thanks Dan
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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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Well it finally happened to me. During the Thursday tour at the MTFCA, I broke a crank on my 24 Depot Hack. We were on the return trip from the Carillon Historical Park and about 10 miles from the MTFCA Museum when it happened. A loud knocking from the engine and we pulled over. A few minutes later, here comes Jerry Kramer to the rescue. He was...

1924 Coupe
i wasn't getting any reading on the ammeter so i watched a few videos and set my cut off switch to 6.5 (It was at like 2) and started moving the third brush. (toward the engine) Still nothing shows on the right side of the meter. I do think the meter is working as it shows a negative 1 when i turn on the lights (brights). Is my...

Have a new unused master cylinder kit seal is open looks to missing the cap. been setting on a shelf.
new is $105
Sell it for $60
Plus $15 for shipping in US only.

This is a brand new old stock unit ready to mount on your T. Comes with the original light bulbs install. Wiring is easy through the removeable inspection cover plate on one side in between the lenses. The original box is not included with the sale. Asking $85 plus $15 priority mail postage.
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I would like to buy a good 1925 block with a 12,000,000 serial number.

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Early front hub.

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The following explanation, in simplified terms, is typical of all GPS navigation systems.

The GPS navigation system knows where it is at all times.
It knows this because it knows where it isn’t.
By subtracting where it isn’t from where it is or, where is from where it isn’t (whichever is greater), it obtains a difference of deviation.

The GPS...

Built a stainless steel muffler from scratch.
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I failed to find a simple list of the best order to install components.
The 1926 Coupe was purchased dissembled with parts missing.
The engine & transmission are mounted in the frame, connected to the drive shaft and the radius rod.
From my reading, this is my best guess of the correct order to put it back together:

starter, Bendix, cover...

eBay item number:134595124499 Interesting truck a lot of photos.

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I recently acquired a TT ruckstell for my truck and I want to open it up and figure out what I need to replace. Also, I want to find a shifter that goes in the middle of the floorboard and not through the handbrake hole because I want it to be next to my Warford shifter. What type of shift assembly do I need for this setup? Do I need any special...

I read some years ago to save the rings from the exhaust/intake gaskets. So, I did.
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But I don't know what to do with them as they...
1) look fragile,
2) only have a lip on one side,
3) lip fits into the head or the manifold but I don't know which way they go (air flow direction?)...

I have a 50 year old collection of T parts that needs to be down sized, E-mail or call with needs,, Dennis 401-932-3191

I need BADLY A 1911 Torpedo Repop Gas tank or a good useable ORIGINAL TORPEDO GAS TANK to finish my New York to Seattle race car #1 Call or e-mail me soon ,, Thanks, Dennis in Connecticut. 401-932-3191

For sale: a pair of new side curtain rods. $25 plus postage
curtain hooks $2 each or 6 for $5

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How do you take out the front seat to restore with new material

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Here's a pic of my swan radiator cap ornament i found at a flea mkt last year. Home made but very cool indeed.

Does anyone have one?

3 of the 4 bolts protrude past the need of the nuts about an 1/8 of an inch. Is this ok or should they be flush?

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Ever see a cap like this? I found it today in a box of caps at a friends place. History???

I’m checking my TW timer position against the initial spark when on Batt.

A forum search advises first spark should occur 15 deg ATDC, and that TDC occurs when the crank pin position is horizontal. Fair enough.

My challenge is that the crank pin is hidden by the radiator, crank, pulley and fan belt. See photo below. I need an easier way to...

I have a set of new reproduction 23-25 one man top irons for sale. Never bin mounted on the car. These are the ones the dealers sold before they were discontinued in about 2019. Price $1,600.00 plus actual shipping. Prus, three three 0-77four-71three0. kprus@zoominternet.net

Have a Stewart swivel for sale cleaned and greased.
1959 L4
2 1/2 to1 and left hand.
L4 April 1919
Good working condition $250 plus shipping in US

Priced as shown - shipping is extra. Prefer PayPal to Family/Friend to my email address
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#4 1926 coil box 2 with lid -- $65
#3 1926 coil box 2 with lid -- $65
#2 Late style box with lid - lid has issues - spot weld is easy fix $50
#1 Late style no lid $30
#5 Early style - bottom tabs missing rusty but descent $10
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A rather nice set of lights. Excellent chimneys, fonts has one small dent bottom of one. All glass is good. Burners and wheels intact. 340.00 for the pair plus shipping. ctleonard64@gmail.com IMG_20230428_140344901.jpg IMG_20230428_140351292.jpg IMG_20230428_140416853.jpg IMG_20230428_140355618.jpg IMG_20230428_140404386.jpg

This is one of the most difficult KR Wilson Model T tools to find.

In my opinion, it is one of most desirable KR Wilson to own. It holds all of the components of the KRW combination machine (except for the machine itself), and has slots for all of the KRW transmission jig reamers. In addition it has hangers for almost all of the Ford Z tools....

Hopefully several members will be posting pictures from this year's Model T Homecoming to share with membership and everyone on the Forum. . Thanks so much in advance 🤠😁🤠 !!!!!

Please find attached a flyer on the 2023 Minnesota Model T Reunion

I am looking for a 3/8 x 1/4 Brush for a TW brand Model T timer.
If you know where I can buy 1 or 2 please email me at
buick1914@outlook.com Thank you

Very nice truck, with Ford script stake bed. Plus high speed gears, ruxtell, and overdrive 3 speed. Very fast for a TT! Great for touring with the cars. Located in Auburn California. . IMG_20230409_161336822.jpg
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Hi Guys!

I'm working on my 1926 Roadster and trying to find a trunk floor for it - but so far not having a great deal of luck.

I ordered one from Howells Sheetmetal back on February 7th, but haven't heard back from them yet. They do make some great sheet metal but at the moment I'm unsure if they are still making this particular piece.

I know...

Original condition HCCT. Complete, nice gauge face. As found, was in very long term storage. You don’t find them complete like this. Will need to be restored/gone through with new wiring, adjusting, and contacts cleaned and tuned up. This is a must have item to have displayed in your shop or collection to impress your T friends. 850.00 ***** FREE...

Hey all,

I am restoring my fathers 1927 Model T. I have done the work to the engine, frame, rear end, etc. The issue I have is the body. I am not an auto body person. I have been calling around trying to get someone to do the body work. Collision shops are not interested and if I go to a place with restoration in their name the price sky rockets....

I finally got the 26 running like it should after setting for about 40 years in a shed. I probably should have changed the oil before I started working on it but I wasn't sure if I would have to rebuild the engine so I just added some oil to bring it up and let it go until I saw what happened. The engine has ran about 2 hours in total and when I...

I'd like to contact Kevin Pharis, but can't seem to find his contact data.

If anyone has his phone and/or e-mail, please send it to me.

Thx.

I know the later trannies and hogshead don't work on an earlier block but would a 23 tranny and hogshead bolt up to a 26 block? thank you.

Harnesses 1- 5 appear to be new #4 has some discoloring on some wires likely heat from soldering as the wires look unused.
Did continuity test on the #2,#3 & #4 harness only. Didn't want to open original packaging
Prefer PayPal to Family/Fiends prices do no not include shipping (expect USPS Priority Mail to be $10)

#1 T-5031 1919-25 Commutator...

Hi,
what is the expected voltage on a 6V model T equipped with the Fun Projects Voltage Regulator (VR) and engine running at some rpms well above idle?

Stop and tail lamp from the Model T period. Has 12 volt bulb in now. Light works. In normal position it is a tail lamp. A cable connects the housing to the brake pedal which rotates the lamp housing to reveal the SLOW side of lamp. This lamp works well, jus needs a little paint to freshen it up. Lens as a crack in it which does not affect the...

WTB a 1914 Alum Hood in good condition. Jim

SOLD Brass Single twist horn and fittings made by Standard, pictures to your email or text. Asking $275 plus shipping by USPS Priority Box. Jim

I’m loading up parts for the swap meet and wanted to check to see if anyone had any needs regarding heavy type items that I don’t usually bring?

I’ve got a lot of starter flywheels, 3&4 dip pans, starter and generator cores, rear axle housings and some various 1919-1925 fenders. Let me know if there is anything you need. Thanks

Does anyone have Kevin Pharis' phone and / or e-mail?

About 3 years ago RV Anderson (RIP) had a small number of 1911 a torpedo floor Mats made. This is the last one. Very nice quality, $375.00 plus postage. All proceeds go to RV’s wife. kdmks AT att.net.

Reduced to 50.00 including postage in the USA.

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.

Here is the plate that mounts on the top of the cylinder and the water manifold attaches for a c.1910'ish Palmer Singer. Also included are two, very heavy, machined tapered/threaded dowel pins which I believe are from the same car. Neat items for display or use.

 

Price is 75.00 for all three pieces including shipping within the USA.

 

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Registration for the 2023 Old Car Festival opened this morning. Some of us are like little kids waiting for Chiristmas, and need no reminder, but here's one for anybody who forgot. Along with the registration form, you have to submit three photos of your vehicle. These are the ones I used this year:

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Im looking for a button for a 1915-16 T. In usable or rebuildable condition, but the car is original, so it doesn't need to be pretty! I stole this picture from an old thread.
Thanks!!!
Nick Rein
psunicholas@yahoo.com
551 427 1593

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When I go to mtfca.com, I’m not logged in. I go to forum but nothing happens. Help please.

The local Boy Scout Troop 16 is serving breakfast Saturday morning June 3rd beginning at 7am. They are located under the tent on the south end of the Museum building. The menu is hot sausage & cheese biscuits, coffee, orange juice and water. Please come out and support the local Scouts.
Thanks,
Mike

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for 2 battery boxes.

As a result of Craig's recent thread ( ) we measured the secondary resistance of 25 'standard' coils today. There were more coils, but they appeared to have open-circuit windings (note that doesn't necessarily mean they won't produce a spark!).

The results are shown below. I have not attempted any sort of analysis, the data is simply presented...

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...

I've begun a new blog site. The other blog reached it data limit, so I continued with a second one. The first pertinent post about the car is here:

The only difference in the blog addresses is the -ii If you remove that from the address, (and only search the address and not a blog post name), it will take you to the original blog....

Brass model T custom speedster body, all wood, ready for prime. This was custom made by a professional wood body builder in Central California. The seats are molded wood patterned from early 2 cylinder Buicks. They are deeper and a bit more back rests unlike the small metal ones from the fender people. There is a bit more leg room for driver...

Spotted this T speedster parked in front of the Kimberly Hotel on W. 50th St. in Manhattan. We stayed in this block several times over the past few months, and the car (and lamps) never seemed to be bothered. Every night, they put a cover over it.

Phil

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A friend called and said he got a set of tires with some stuff and wanted to know what they fit. I went over to have a look. I came home with a new set of Goodyear tires for my RPU which I needed.
They say made in Canada on them. No dryrot, or cracks. Rubber is soft and plyable as new tires should be. Very happy to spend his $150 asking price for...

I have not seen a fitting like this. Is there an advantage to these over standard Zerk fittings? Does anyone know if a standard Zerk fitting could replace this? I’d like to not have to buy an adapter for my grease gun.

I am looking for brake drums for 1909-1925 Rocky Mountain Brakes. These are the drums that fit over the stock Ford parking brake drums.

For Sale 3 NOS Back Window escutcheons. Not sure of application. $40 for all 3 plus shipping. Steve 701 212 5009

Trailer parking for Saturday is at the Rumpke Recycle plant
At 275 Fort Wayne Ave, Richmond.
However, there’s so much road work your GPS May not get you there without lots of frustration.
Attached photo is of directions from the museum to the lot for Saturday. If it attaches…….

We’ve got some of the Alphabet (pre-Ts) here and more on the way....

Are these Firestone clamps correct for a TT?

Looking for two sets of 1926 or 1927 front fenders. Preferably something in rough condition. I can deal with splits, dents, torn bolt holes and rust.
Prefer close to Dallas, Texas, but willing to ship if the price is right.

See pic $40 EACH shipped
Bob
Jalopyt@yahoo.com
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This is a nice solid set of wire wheels with Coker white wall tires. 30 x 3-1/2 Tires have never been run. No bent, loose, or missing spokes. There is some pitting on the rims and some flaking paint. Overall a nice set of buffalo wire wheels.
$3200
Scott Elliott
971-5O6-94O2

I noticed that the needle on my ammeter was laying on the bottom of the gauge. I took it apart and found that stem was broken. I would like to rebuild it rather than replace it. Does anyone have a broken gauge that I could use for parts that they are willing to sell?
Thanks,
Ernie