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Would anyone happen to know what the final Model T production serial number was in 1927? I have a late '27 block with serial number 15,095,965 and wondered how close to the end of production it was made - or was it perhaps a service replacement block? Thanks for the feedback.

I like Scott Congers suggestion, so I’ll start

1. Richard Armstrong is a known scammer alias
2. 270-632-0652 was a number pretending to be Melba Nolan

I have been ask by a few people about another run of Upper Tapered Reamers and the Lower Reamer/Tap.
So I am posting here to see if there is enough interest in me making another batch.
I don’t know what price would be, but I am sure there would be a price increase. What hasn’t had one?
Only will be sold as a set unless I get more than 12...

The San Diego T club regrets to inform you all that long-time core member and Model T wizard Norm Kling, has passed as of a few weeks ago...days before his 90th birthday.

He was generous with his time and knowledge to me personally and lent me a hand with my Ts more than a few times. Many others in our club would say the same. He was also...

Will pay $400 for an NOS 26-27
Watts clutch.
Someone take advantage of a fool.

New year, new thread. Our chapter has done nothing so far. 1 1/2 inches of rain today. I wanted to start the thread in case someone did something worth sharing.

Andy
Redwood Empire Model T Club

Removed mosquitoes.

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Has anyone had experience with using a cordless (20V) tire inflator on high pressure Model T tires? Not looking for the kind that plug into a cigarette lighter. Rather, ones with an 18 - 24V Li-ion battery.

Hello everyone!

I had a starter retrofitted to my 2017 Touring by Duncan and Fraser/Bob Chantrell in Adelaide (12-volt system). It's a bit too stiff. Can I make the starter a little softer by reducing the voltage? If so, how can I reduce the voltage – just for the starter?

Thanks in advance for your helpful advice and

Best regards from...

All,
The Bay Area Horseless Carriage Club is stepping in to take over the “Bakersfield” swap meet. The event will be the same location and date, Price per space will be 65 dollars. More information will be forthcoming soon.

This is just a quick announcement moments after the vote to let everyone know Bakersfield Lives again.

More to Follow

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One more late style differential case complete and in excellent condition. Also includes an original standard ring gear in very good condition. Price is $200 plus $18.50 domestic shipping. Mark Chaffin (951) 805-0928

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Original T era brass Bermuda foot bell. Made by the Mogul Carriage Bell Co. The bell is in good condition, works as designed. It puts out a loud “Ding Dong” when the plunger is depressed by your foot. Mounts under your floorboard with the plunger sticking up. Neat original accessory, nice polish with some minor imperfections and patina from a...

In addition trying to find the exact TDC, I have a problem with the engine turning over when pressure is applied. I’ve tried leaving it in gear, but there is still enough play to cause a loss of the TDC point. Trying to block the crank at just the right position to hold TDC, to where pressure rotates back into the crank locks, has met with limited...

Picked some parts today , Google has not been my friend on some of them . Are these for a model t ? Says Woodland nd on the arm

Looking to buy a McCord Oiler for a Model S.

Brass anti tarnish covers are now available for order! Full sets not yet available but are comming soon. Earlier model headlamps and cowl lamps are in the works. I am a one man band doing this so please be patient with me and my sewing machine we can only work so fast. All covers are hand made to order from anti tarnish cloth and water proof...

One set of RayDay aluminum pistons .100 oversize. No pins. Standard pins are available from the dealers. Price is $50.00 plus $18.50 domestic shipping. Mark Chaffin (951) 805-0928

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One set of standard aluminum pistons .030 oversize with pins and rings. Price is $150.00 plus $18.50 domestic shipping. Mark Chaffin (951) 805-0928

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I have a couple of very good Ruckstell housings available. Small drum and large drum. Primed and ready to assemble. $300 each. Pick up preferred or i can deliver to Bakersfield. Mark Chaffin (951)805-0928

Here is a good condition original 1926 copywrite Ford Manual that came with the car when new. It does have a couple of pages coming loose from the center staples. Otherwise in good condition. NOW $25 and $10 shipping. Email me at markpaulagember AT aol dot com

My 14 Runabout has a taillamp bracket with vertical mounting holes but the vendors show them with horizontal holes. Which is correct? Thanks, Art

Hello, I’m looking for some help figuring out a word on the Schug logo. I am in the process of restoring this so I can make some water decals.

I can read the center and right column but having a hard time figuring out the left column.

The top line is “Spark Coils”

It looks like the second line has a “Som”……

Third line is Spark Plugs

Bottom...

Can someone give me a recommendation for a person who can repair a small crack in an exhaust manifold port?
This is a 1909 Part T511. Thanks

See pics. Exhaust Manifold T511 - A.jpg Exhaust Manifold T511 - B.jpg Exhaust Manifold T511 - C.jpg

I have for sale an early Hall Scott Ruckstell shift lock assembly in very good condition. $250.00 plus shipping to the lower 48. Best way to reach me is through text message, my number is 419-217-8884.

Nice 1909 buffalo carb, used on early 1909 T’s. Very rare carbs. $2500.00. Kdmks AT att.net.

We are having our 9th annual swap meet April 18th 700 A.M.

We are having our 9th annual Model T/ Model A/ prewar swap meet/ car show/ get together on April 18th 700 A. M. at our farm. Free setup and admission. Outside spaces only. Bring your Model T's, Model A's V8's all makes and models pre 1945 or just come to visit. Free primitive camping the night before. We welcome early setup. Food wagon and...

We are having our 9th annual Model T/ Model A/ prewar swap meet/ car show/ get together on Saturday April 18, 2026 at 700 A.M. at our farm. Free setup and admission. Outside spaces only. Bring your parts or cars to sell. [Model T's- Model A's or any makes pre 1945 or just come to visit. Everyone is welcome. Free primitive camping the night before....

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For sale: RC Wells coil box with coils $750 plus shipping

For sale: Kingston brass carb top $200 plus postage
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New price is $175 plus postage

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For sale: gas tank brackets $50 plus shipping

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For sale: Hayes rim $100 plus shipping

As I endeavor to continue my blueprinting project of the Model T Transmission, I have had a lot of input for identifying early, mid, and late version parts.

One of the major fact finding missions seems to be coming up with verifiable plan info that shows the parts relationship of the early thrust face clearances vs. the later thrust face...

Just thought some of you would enjoy watching this.

I have a 22 T with a 26/27 Engine & Transmission. Has Ruckstell & large drum RMB installed. Engine starts right up and is strong, but The car has always struggled to move. Low & reverse needed high rpm and often will stall, especially in reverse.

I’ve had the car since 2020, prior owner had it for well over 30 years, spent a lot of time outside...

The Fulton Co. Four Chime Aermore Exhaust Whistle. The tallest chime approximately measuring 21 1/2 tall and a 1 1/4 inlet ID. The top is stamped The Fulton Co. No. 00 Aermore Exhaust Horn . It's dirty but is in very good, original condition. Nice and straight. No damage. Price is 210.00 including shipping in the USA via FedEx Ground. I do not...

Does anybody have a set of auxiliary Model TT brakes for sale, or know of a set that may be for sale? I know some were made by Bennett and Rocky Mountain along with some others. Any help would be appreciated.

Thank you,
Joshua

There will be T parts and other pre war stuff at the Duncan Oklahoma swap meet. They added a pre war section last year. Us in the Midwest need to support this to keep a pre war swap meet in the area. I will have a booth and plan on bringing wheels, horns, tools, plates and many other items. Photos coming. Attached is a flyer. I went last year if...

Hi All,
Long time lurker, reader, and researcher, first time poster

I've been doing the Model A thing for almost 20 years with a 1928 Phaeton and 1931 CCPU so I thought I had ol' Henry figured out, but the Model T seems to be a different beast.

I am working on a what I thought was a 1923 Model T Roadster (with the wooden pickup bed accessory...

Another item from the garage with neat, early parts. A Gabriel large three-pipe, outboard exhaust whistle. This is used for mounting above the running board. This is about 40 total length, 7 1/2 tall and the tubes are 1 3/4 in diameter. It has original nickel plated over the brass. It has the original Gabriel tag which is nice and crisp. This...

I have almost a dozen empty or mostly empty warford cases &100 each + s&h aluminum and iron avaliable i have a few tops and limited gears avalible also

Can anyone tell me which year these brackets are from ?

I’m looking into why the magneto isn’t working on my ‘26. I’ve checked the post and it was fine. I just now checked the endplay and it seemed fairly significant to me. It’s an exaggeration, but I would say it’s nearly 1/8”. That’s just a guess. The black book talks about an oversized bearing endcap. Do they still make those? Lang’s only shows a...

Was this a scrap drive or just a wrecking yard over run with T’s getting ready for the scrapper. I think I’ve seen this before but can’t remember where. I’m thinking it’s in the early 40’s or before. Looks like it was few other makes too but not many.

For those who don’t know, I am currently employed at a hot rod shop at the age of 17. I do a lot of different varieties of cars from muscle cars to luxury European to full on custom street rods. Well today I got to work on what I believe is a 1914 speedster. At my shop, no one knows much about T’s so I got to run the show on this one. The car...

One single tuarc front wheel good shape one of the outer hoop studs is busted off and missing the clamp $150 plus the ride

I am going to part out my 1913 Roadster project. The body is going to be first to go. Very nice body and top irons/bows. Came from an auction in Ind years ago. $4500 pickup here or at Luray. Email me by forum. Dan
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Just finished up a new batch of Stevens Front Axle Repair inserts. Be out for a while. Sorry for taking so long, but life gets on the way. Have both Upper and Lower in stock now.
Upper Tapered inserts $6.50 each
Lower Threaded inserts $8.00 each
All are + shipping.
Email me by forum. Thanks Dan
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Here are some Old School style rope type main seals that work good on T engines. One will do a T engine. These are about 6.5” long and 1/2” square. Fits the front seal just right. Fit it in timing cover, trim it and use the rest in pan. I have a good stock of these, but when gone there will be no more. If you want any better get them while you...

What I have for sale is a brand new Texas T Leakless water pump. I do not have the hose. $250 plus shipping of $12.00 in the lower 48 states
Eric Smith.
815 535 1367
1958els@gmail.com
PENDING

Wire wheel front hubs 150 each plus the ride some have studs some don't just assume they need studs

Late style engine spring mounts one has the apron bolt snapped off. Few of the top bolts are missing. 25$ each plus the ride

Early style front engine spring mounts with caps no ubolts sorry. 30 each plus the ride

Random muffler ends 15$ each plus the ride

I have tons of 16 to 25 coil boxes 5 to 10$ depending on the condition bulk discounts I need to thin this out send me a message if you interested in some

First off no brass hubs that being said thinning out 4 milk crates of fan hubs. Aluminum and steel hubs. fans are mostly bad what your buying is the hubs. 10each plus the ride buy a bunch I'll cut you a huge deal. alot of these are getting tossed next scrap load

For sale: Stevens Axle Tool $1500 plus postage
includes frame, 1 reamer/tap, 1 tappered reamer, one set of uppers inserts and one set of lower inserts plus one set mixed inserts
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This Heinze coil box came in for lid repair. There was a chunk of wood missing on one side. I also noticed one of the contact springs was loose, then broke off.

During the spring replacement I noticed a lot of corrosion around split rivets that hold the springs (see photo) and wire that carries power to the coils. Measuring the resistance on each...

Here one for you doers out there ruckstell housing had been made into a tractor rear end need new axle tube housing is nice 300$ plus the ride

A four tube Aermore No.0 whistle with a Fulton cutout. The cutout has the double butterfly valve. The cutout body has been welded to make the opening smaller. This can be removed or left as-in. Currently the cutout has approximately 1 1/2 threaded into a 2 1/4 threaded in inlet. Approximately 2 3/4 overall ID original size. Needs a good soaking to...

Last Chance!
for those wanting an engine rebuilt for this years touring season. We have just enough time to do one more engine and get it back to you before we leave. I’m planning a 5,000 mile trip to AZ and back for the entire month of June. The trip will be filmed and posted to youtube, potential filmed destinations include the AACA museum in...

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Rubes Horn For Sale as pictured,

has reed and honks.

$225 plus shipping.

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Very rare Weston Amp and volt gauge for an early electric car. Bakers used them and others. It could have other uses also. It is in very good all original untouched condition. It is untested, $975. I know it should be listed in the horseless carriage list but I cannot do it. Five07 458677eight. NO TEXTING.

Sorry fellas internet has taken a dump!

I am looking for someone who could repair a small crack in the rear exhaust port of a 1909 Part Number T511 Manifold. See attached photos. Please reply to my email or on the forum.

Thanks Daniel Snell Exhaust Manifold T511 - A.jpg Exhaust Manifold T511 - B.jpg Exhaust Manifold T511 - C.jpg

I need a couple of pieces of 1 wide black leather used is fine if its not to dry and hard. Does some one have a old broken front top strap for a 1911-12? Need a 8 and a 16 17 piece if longer that's great . Thanking you in advance for checking and any leads. Dave

This wheel/star with 6 holes is attached to the original choke arm where the wire goes. What is its purpose? It doesn’t spin, it has raised areas that lock it in place.

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A pair of original cast brackets for mounting a prestolite tank on the running board. Very good condition US$120 contact me through the forum, thanks, Bill

I did not buy this originally or ever use it, so the condition is unknown. It does not appear to be abused or damaged, but even so sold as For Parts Only . $45 and that includes shipping in the CONUS.

I am looking for a set of rear spring perches for a large drum rearend.

Wanted to buy a two man top does not have to be Ford.
Thanks.
John

Last Chance!
for those wanting an engine rebuilt for this years touring season. We have just enough time to do one more engine and get it back to you before we leave. I’m planning a 5,000 mile trip to AZ and back for the entire month of June. The trip will be filmed and posted to youtube, potential filmed destinations include the AACA museum in...

Does anyone have a good source for nickel or chrome plated brass or steel oval headed (not full round headed but shallow round headed) tubular rivets of various small sizes. Also in stainless steel. Thank you.

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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 $110 plus $19.30 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

Model A Ford connecting rod mold used to pour babbitt bearings ... bearing is poured at 1 5/16 inch diameter with approx. .03 per side excess material on side flanges ... this allows for finish machining to any reasonable undersize or to standard diameter ...price $110 + $19.30 postage in lower 48 states ...actual postage outside this area ...Gene...

Babbitt bearing mold for model A Ford mainbearings … this mold will pour both the block and caps in the model A engine … mold pours bearings at 1 1/2 diameter to allow material for finish machining to standard or any reasonable undersize crankshaft sizes … written instructions are included as are my email or phone support … price $175.00 + $19.30...

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 $150...

it is getting to be time to start planning our springtime auto. activities ... i spoke with Kevin Hammock this week regarding any changes in the Duncan swapmeet in March ... the only change is BIGGER ... the 2 north buildings are sold out and the building that was under construction last year is completed and will house an additional 100 plus...

I just saw a 26-27 T roadster pickup for sale in Longview, Texas by a salvage yard on Facebook marketplace. Price $2500.00. Ad states no title, no motor or transmission, and I do not see top irons or bows. Picture is not a close up, but it doesn't look like a rust bucket and fenders don't look all bent up.

For sale: Bracket $25 plus postage

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One complete early differential in excellent condition. Ready to install. Price is $150 plus $18.50 priority flat rate shipping. Mark Chaffin (951)805-0928

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Clutch appears to be defective. Sorry for not checking sooner

This kit is for a 1920 or later Ford Model T and includes all the original Ford Script tools! Here is what is included: T1349 Hub cap wrench, T1387 Adjustable wrench, T1903 Pliers, T1917 Double end wrench, T2335 Cylinder head wrench, T2336 Oil Cloth Tool Roll (reproduction), T2336 Tool Bag (reproduction), T2337 Oil Can (can has slightly bent oil...

Available again is Part # 3004 1909-16 water outlet made from high strength cast steel. $49.95 plus shipping. Lang’s 1-800-872-7871

I've heard that there is a large collection of early classic cars including some very early Fords in Micminnville, OR. Does anyone know the owner and contact info?

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For sale: I have 2 fatman steering wheels. 1st one is a Bauer and the 2nd one is a Spencer. Wood is very good condition. Have not done any cleaning or polishing so you can make it what you want. Have a key for the Spencer. They are $500 each plus postage.
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My 27 touring has a crack / bend in the the lower section of the the front bow. Wondering is I should attempt to repair on the car?
I have a lathe so I could cut it off at the break and make a dowel to fit inside, then braze up the joint.
Anybody tried this repair?