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Just want to let you all know what we are up to out here on the west coast.

About a dozen Ts and 30 of us from the Redwood Empire Model T Club toured in and around Virginia City, high in the Nevada mountains, for 3 magnificent days last weekend. All of our meals with the exception of our final banquet were cooked and...

FS: two Stromberg OF carburetor bodies with various parts missing or damaged. One early style OF is mostly complete but the needle valves are badly bent and will probably need to be replaced. The other is basically just the body with a few parts still left in place but it's probably salvageable with some work. This project is probably best left...

I used to go to this meet when it was operated by another organization. That was over 10 years ago. Has anyone gone in recent years?
If so, is it worth it for T stuff. Pictures suggest mainly 50's on.

I'm thinking of going but don't want to waste my time if there is very little T stuff.

Thanks,

Greg

Here is a water pump in my stuff. Has name on it but hard to read. Looks like one ear has been brazed on. $45 + shipping. Email me at address in pictures. Thanks Dan
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Looking for 26 27 tudor sedan front seat frames any help is appreciated

I've had a few requests for my KC Warford support brackets, so I'm making some now. These are bolt on with no drilling, and are designed for the KC Warford. They will work with an original aluminum Warford as well with a minor modification; just let me know in advance and I can make the adjustment. This supports the rear end of the Warford, and...

Two gas headlamp burners NOS. Unobtanium. Price for the pair is $100 plus $8.50 domestic shipping. Mark Chaffin (951) 805-0928

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Accessory oiler set for the three dip pan $30.00 plus $8.50 domestic shipping. Mark Chaffin (951) 805-0928

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One steering pitman arm in very good condition $35.00 plus $8.50 domestic shipping. Mark Chaffin (951) 805-0928

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Gas tank bracket set for the oval gas tank $30.00 plus domestic shipping. Mark Chaffin (951) 805-0928

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One early front motor mount $50.00 plus $8.50 domestic shipping. Mark Chaffin (951) 805-0928

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I,m looking at a 1927 model T roadster that has no top. I wondering what are the chances of finding a complete top for this car? I hope to find something close to the Portland area. Tom 50three 644-937four

$20 for the pair/set plus actual USPS shipping cost.
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I have a project in mind that could use one of these. Has anyone got a spare to sell?

Paul

Use this as a lesson how to terminate an ad WITHOUT BUMPING EVERYONE ELSE'S STUFF DOWN THE LIST.

Junk carb - not reasonably a rebuild candidate...it is a donor carb

no float cover nut
no float
no float valve needle
no choke wire securing screw
modified mixture needle
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despite the obvious problems, there remain a...

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One set of rear shock absorbers that have been identified as Steelbilt brand ( per this thread on the forum ). Most of the key pieces are there, though we are missing one of the bars with the two loops, though this shouldn't be too difficult to fabricate. Based on the pictures in the thread, it also appears that the existing bar may be misshapen,...

The title is a bit of a misnomer since it was 3 days. We met in Virginia City, Nevada. We traveled to Carson City for a day, Reno to the National Auto Museum then a day of trains and the historic town. 11 cars and 24 people had a great time.

Andy
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Home made mag coil winder. $25.00 plus shipping. kdmks AT att.net.

I am located in California. Willing to pick up locally if necessary. Looking for a 1926 Steering Gear Case/Cup. If it comes with cover, I am happy to purchase as set. Thank you. Lisa - lirogo27@aol.com

As I restore my 1917 Ford, I need a set of front and rear shackles. They are similar to the figure eight shackles but have no provision for an oiler. Any help is appreciated. See photo. Thanks, Russ Furstnow

I picked this up yesterday as a sound backup carb but I'm interested in its history.
I guess it was fitted to UK Model T's?

I also got -
A home made air cleaner
A rear wheel hub puller I think, you agree?
One shockie
I think the 4 brass fittings are for a wind deflector, maybe not Model T

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I am located in California. Looking to purchase reasonably priced Front and rear bumpers for 1926 Coupe. Please let me know if you have any for sale! Will pick up from local seller if needed! Thank you! and much appreciated! Lisa - lirogo27@aol.com

I adjusted the trans bands in our '21 Touring today. Then took it for a drive. Works good again.

Starting to get ready for Hershey CN66-69
Cloth covered spark plug wires, terminals, cloth covered primary wire, asphalt loom, clips and fasteners etc etc etc

Here's a lot of twenty Stransky vaporizers made for various vehicles of the Model T period. Comes with the original literature pictured. Asking $75 for the lot plus postage. These would make a great counter display. Here's some history on the Stransky company.
In the 1920s Pukwana billed itself as the biggest little town in South Dakota.

It might...

Looking for any information this Kwikway Multipurpose Machine. It will grind valves but looks like it can also be setup to undercut armitures and who knows what else.
Not exactly Model T, however it will be used to grind Model T valves.
Any help greatly appreciated, Thanks in advance,
Kevin

This is a much sought after timer elevator that moves any standard timer up to a easy location to get at for maintenance. The gears are in excellent condition. Comes with a new proper control rod that a friend and fellow forum member made for me from his pattern for this unit. Asking $250 plus postage.
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This is a new old stock one hundred year old accessory that will automatically adjust your carburetors mixture. It uses a bi-metallic strip like a home thermostat uses. Asking $60 plus shipping. Scharoun Carburetor control 1.jpg Scharoun Carburetor control 2.jpg Scharoun Carburetor control 3.jpg Scharoun Carburetor control 4.jpg

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Rather rare and very clean 1924 Mattoon Illinois under 27 hp plate, perfect for a model T. See attached image for size and condition. $50.00 delivered CONUS.

Looking for a good used pedal pad assembly for a 28 with multiple disc clutch. ( goes around steering column and pedals to seal). I know they make new ones but I have an original unrestored car and new parts just stick out like a sore thumb.

Beautiful brand new trailer that I just bought. The trailer is 7’- 6” wide by 7’- 6” tall interior by 16’ long plus the 2’ V nose. Rear door fold down, led lights, plywood interior sides and floor, silver color with screwless outside paneling. I ordered the 7’- 6” wide since I like to know what is happening behind me while towing down the road and...

Wanted

Rajo B,BB,BBR single inlet updraft manifold with water tube as in this photo to rebuild this Australian original race car to its 1925 form. Any help appreciated.

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Brass top tank main ring $60
Brass bottom tank mounting brackets set of 3 $24
Locking E & J side levers set of 2 $125
Brass Thumb nuts with the brass screw good for the head lights as well as the generator set of 5 $50
Brass top tank gas tap $ 60 small amount to screw the lever in
Please email daveandjand@gmail.com

Scam Warning

There is a fake website for Howell's Sheet Metal, so beware!

That fake is .fordor . us

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The valid website for Howell's is closed now for on-line ordering. If you order from the fake website on-line you will be scammed.

Warning from friend in Jacksonville FL. who used this fake site and...

When I go out for a drive I keep an eye open for old buildings worthy of a model T portrait. I led the gang past this one room school years ago and always regretted not stopping. Today, after a nice lunch in a family owned restaurant nearby, we got our chance. And took it! Wasn't expecting the corn crowd this time but we managed! It was a super,...

Have a 26-7 short block .060 over pistons, .020 under rods, .030 under mains, hardened seats, s.s steel valves, adjustable tappets, aluminum timing gear, pre hershey price 2000. at hershey it will be 2500. Tiffin Ohio 419-618-1025 Joe, Thanks!

This is not directed at anyone in particular. It seems that lately, there are lots of questions being asked here, with written descriptions only, and no pictures. Lots of us here have seen a lot of things, but none of us are mind readers. It's also more difficult to help the newbies, who may not yet know the proper names of various parts, or the...

Reminder that Horseless Carriage Club of Missouri will be having their 45th Annual Swap Meet and Car Show. gates open at 6:30 at the Fox Service Center 849 Jeffco Blvd. Arnold, Mo.

I am getting close to the point where the rear axle is ready to go in so I am looking at other parts that need to be in place. I have a nice Muncie that I am using in this car. I have the proper connectors and the support, but I don’t have the hardware for mounting the support. The manual shows a couple of “U” bolts that go over the top of the...

I'm looking for a period tilt flat bed not box for a model TT truck, interested in just the bed assy. or a project truck if need be.
I would prefer the crank style elevation, not gravity style.
Thank you Russ.

I sold Tim a starter and he filmed a little video of how it arrived and all the surprises I include for free!

Jeff

Sold in pairs price + shipping (think USPS Flat Rate may be best way, will calcualte least cost)
All key ways look very good as do the threads. I'm planning to wire brush the threads and do a hub cap fit

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2 repo hubcaps, nice , $25.00 each. 4 originals , all have issues. See pictures. All plus shipping. Kdmks AT att.net

I’d like to trade these low hood (17-22) hood shelves for a pair the later high hood (23-25) style. Looking for a nice set in similar condition to the ones I have. Not looking to sell, would really like to trade for the correct ones I need. I bought these at a swap meet thinking they were correct for my project but later realized they are not....

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Q&A videos seem to be all the rage on people's YouTube channels right now, so I thought I'd try a slice of the pie, with a Model T flavor!
After trawling through some of the comments on my channel, I've whittled them down to 15 questions and put them into a video for you all.
If you have any comments or questions you'd like to ask and possibly...

Grandparent's Day at the Model T Museum is a great time to bring the young folks in your life for a visit. In addition to the usual interactive displays and learning opportunities, we will also have special crafts and activities for kids that day from 11 - 2.

Round up the neighborhood kids and bring 'em all along in your Model T and let us...

I'll be bringing two EXTREMELY good 23 TT rear wheels with drums and rims to Hershey next month. $300 for each wheel/rim set. clamps are separate. Spot: C4Y36.

I recently purchased a barn load of T parts. In the process of sorting it all out so what I have is not limited to the following - ask
I have a number of front wood wheel hubs with front & rear tapered bearings in them. No time to clean them up & check the bearings out and if I did the price would be higher for known good ones. I will check for...

For sale: Tail light and license plate brackets
Touring and sedan 1915 -19
Roadster 1915 - 19 $25 choice plus shipping
have some surface rust

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For sale: Allen Coil Tester in good condition $1000.00 plus freight 20230714_191806.jpg

For sale: Running board tire pump $75 plus postage
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For some reason my center door is missing a coil box lid. If anyone has a nice one laying around I would be interested.

I just purchased 3 new Coker tires from a fellow and would like to find at least 1 nice tire to make a set. I searched Coker's site and I couldn't find the same tire. The ones that I have may well be a few years old. I would also like to find a usable white set in the same size.

Shipping now. Set of 4 new brushHolders, new backing plates, correct screws & blue Loctite.

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One very good 13 tooth pinion gear $75.00 with free domestic shipping. Mark Chaffin (951) 805-0928

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Bought a Shed full of parts - this was one item
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For Sale; tool kit mostly model A tools.

As shown in pictures.

$600 plus shipping

Happy Motoring

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For sale nice Original Ford Electric Horn 1922-1925. Marked Ford and Made in U.S.A.. Bead blasted, primed, painted and adjusted. Ready to install. Price $175 plus shipping. Call or text (248) 894-75fiveone. Thanks, Walt

SOLD Thanks, Walt

Nice brake drum set for the small drum rear axle (09-25). Price is $35 plus domestic shipping. Mark Chaffin (951) 805-0928

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One very nice early front motor mount assembly $60 plus $8.50 domestic shipping. Mark Chaffin (951) 805-0928

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Four used Ruckstell parts. Great if you need them to throw a Ruckstell together. Price for the lot is $25 plus $8.50 domestic shipping. Mark Chaffin (951) 805-0928

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Two separate steering wheels available for purchase as described below. Take your pick $75 plus domestic shipping. Mark Chaffin (951) 805-0928

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17 for the improved car (26-27) Nice rim.

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16 for the 19-25 Model T. Nice rim.

I'm selling a spare original Ford aluminum timer from 1912-1913 and brass roller. $100 including US tracked shipping. Please contact me if interested using the info below. NO PM please.

Thanks,

Neal

Nice Rubes Brass Horn With Original Brass Conduit. The bulb is reproduction and fits loose, works but fits loose. The horn has a great sound to it. $200 plus shipping from Libertyville Illinois

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I would so love to have this as a spare to build up for my 14...
Just the logistics of a 6-8 day trip/gas/hotels just makes it an expensive proposition to purchase this...even being at a very reasonable price...
Good luck...this so needs a good home...

For sale 1912 timing gear cover. Cover has the unique lip casting for the camshaft seal. Price $115 plus shipping. Call or text (248) 894-75fiveone. Thanks, Walt

Im looking for one or two step plates for my mercury speedster. Does anyone have these for sale or could cast them?

Best regards,
Jonny Eriksson

Model A And AA ignition service kit from Montgomery Wards. Part Number 61-1109. This sale has two sets of points. One set of plug connectors, and 3 rotors, and 2 sets of points.
A total of eleven spare plugs. Some look to be unused. Four motor craft used. Two Champion marked number 1. Looks to be new. One Champion Marked Number 1. Used. four...

For sale threads restorer tool by Zoerman-Clark Mfg Co.. Tool is used to straighten and clean threads (thread chaser). Tool has six dies; 5/8 x18. 3/4 x 16, 7/8 x 14, 1 x 14, 1-1/8 x 12, and 1-1/4 x 12. Tool helps prevent cross threading. First die 5/8 x 18 will work on rear axles that have damaged threads from removing stubborn hubs. Tool clamps...

For sale Charles W. Manzel leaf spring spreader and lubricator. Tool requires graphite grease in the handle. Price $85 plus shipping. Call or text (248) 894-75fiveone. Thanks, Walt.

For Sale oil pan support bracket (belly bracket). Pat. Nov. 15, 1921. Nice accessory to carry on the road, if an oil pan ear breaks. Fits under the pan and hooks on the frame rails. Price $120 plus shipping. Call or text (248) 894-75fiveone. Thanks, Walt

FS: Herbrand No.1129 Bead Breaker Tire Tool. Price $100 plus shipping. Call or text (248) 894-75fiveone. Thanks, Walt

For sale camshaft operated oil pump. Ad was taken from The Model T Ford in Speed & Sport . Era correct accessory. What you see is all I have. Price $250 plus shipping. Call or text (248) 894-75fiveone. Thanks, Walt

I’m actually looking for the upper part that attaches to the side lamp bracket that holds the running board mounted spare tire in place. I have a lower carrier but need something to hold the top of the tire secure. The original was made by the LP Halladay Company. IMG_7121.jpeg IMG_7119.jpeg

FS: A medium size (3 OD) Boyce MotoMeter for parts or restore. Glass is cracked on one side and there doesn't seem to be any fluid left in the thermometer, and the plating has worn off. Other than that it looks intact and is probably restorable. Essentially its another project I'm just never going to get around to, so here it is. Asking $20 not...

Early 1915 Ford Model T Touring, engine #678254. This is an original car with only 3 owners and I have owned the car since about 1983. The car is equipped with a Dodge Brothers front axle, original bulb horn, John Manville speedometer, Model 1156 headlights, Edmunds and Jones side and tail lights. Includes original 1915 Owner’s Man ual, 1915 Parts...

All brass Griffin accessory carburetor for Model T Ford. $95, domestic shipping $10.

I have four coils made by Kingston for Fordson tractors that have Tractor Unit branded on the wood cases.
If anyone is interested in four rebuilt tractor Unit coils please contact me.
Ron Patterson

FS: A pile of parts for Victor #2 Side lights, as used on Model T Fords ca. 1914. Included are one with a Ford script top, one with a plain top and two that have had the tops cut out for whatever reason. No founts or burners. For parts or restore. Asking $30 for the whole pile.

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FS: A bunch of E & J 666 lamps, some parts can be salvaged but much of what's here is junk. Clockwise from Upper Left:
One Plain Bonnet 666 headlight with a salvageable bonnet, possibly the body too, the brackets are junk.
Another plain bonnet headlight body, also with rough brackets
A Ford Script bonnet 666 headlight in really rough shape,...

For the uninhibited, a pair of New Old Reproduction Stock chrome plated steel rims. $50 for the pair plus shipping PayPal to Family/Friends or check

1914 engine, 60 over pistons and chevy valves. Its a proven tour engine ready to go.
Located in Upland Ca. Price $2500. Dated mid June 1914.

Silvertown Safety League - $20.00 delivered lower 48

I can supply a very limited number of the proper timer control rod swivels with nut for earlier Model Ts. They are NOS New Old Stock and there will be no more when these are gone. If you do not have a threaded rod, I will throw in ( until they run out) a later control rod that you could cut off the end and thread for the swivel. Priced at $45...

Antique Engine, Tractor, and Car Day
September 7th 10am - 3pm
Fosterfields Living Historical Farm
Morristown, NJ

Model Ts welcome to be part of the show.

:geek: Brass single twist Nonpareil.
$75 plus shipping

mikebird@lifeattheridge.net

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McDonough Model T Shriner car. 3hp Briggs and Stratton, new clutch and tires. Runs good. Local pickup. $3,500.

I will be going to pickup the very rough , as in barely cast a shadow, tractor conversion that was done with a early riveted rearend, 15 or earlier. Not much left but the narrowed rear axle and the wheels and shaft and gears. Chains or chain is supposed to be there there in a bucket of old oil.
What brands of tractor conversions used chain drive?...

No association just saw this on Facebook Colorado Springs

Jonathan:
i had emailed you last week ... i will be traveling across Mt. the 2nd week of Sept. to visit family in Stevensville ... will stop in at Livingston and probably but some blocks , cranks and trans ... will be around the 14th -16th of Sept....Gene French

45th annual Horseless Carriage Club of Missouri (St. Louis) Swap meet and Car Show. Having it at the Fox Service Center in Arnold, Mo. September 15, 2024. gate opens at 6:30 Lots of automotive items plus other things. 849 Jeffco Blvd. (Lemay Ferry/Hwy67)

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One set of oval gas tank mounting brackets $25 plus domestic shipping. Mark Chaffin (951) 805-0928

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Front motor mounts as described below. Domestic shipping per item will be an additional $9.50. Mark Chaffin (951) 805-0928

#1 26/27 front motor mount in excellent condition $35.00
#2 13-21 Early style front motor mount in excellent condition $60.

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One very nice pair of 26/27 front spindles. Threads and races are in very good condition. Price is $75 plus domestic shipping. SOLD Mark Chaffin (951) 805-0928

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Pan support bracket set $30 plus $8.50 domestic shipping. Mark Chaffin (951) 805-0928

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I bought this 1915 touring five years ago, since then I had the motor and transmission rebuilt, scraped all the paint off of the wood spokes, installed safety glass in the windshield, installed a rebuilt ruckstell rear axle, new Rocky Mountain brakes, new radiator, redone the front axle, had the coils redone, installed new seat upholstery and side...