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I have an engine knock on my 22T- so I pulled each plug wires individually and seems like its coming from No. 1. So, I pulled the pan and I'm using plastigague to check the clearance. First pass came with no deformation at all, so I know the gap is greater than 0.003 in.

I measured the shims and they were...

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For sale: alum S shaped intake $25 plus postage
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By chance are there any members selling Model T parts at the Cowtown Farmers market in Pilesgrove, New Jersey?

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...

I think this car could vie for the best Torpedo in the world. It's absolutely spectacular. Early 1911 Torpedo roadster, ground up restoration, equipped as it left the factory. Authentic in every way. Impeccable restoration completed and the owner died. It never saw the road. The gas tank is sparkly clean. Comes with a few spare parts. $35,000.00...

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.

For Sale model T keys as shown.
Number 55 is non script round top.
These are placed in numerical order starting with 51.
so missing three script keys; 55, 64, and 69.

$225 includes shipping to lower 48

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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

Daisy was born on or about March 2nd 1914.
One thing that has been in my possession for decades is a newsprint from the LA Times saved (along with other vintage front page news by my Great Grandma Annie Elizabeth (my Model A named in her honor)). Anyway, it's been buried in a box until it came to mind recently and I dug it out...to find it was...

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...

Since we no longer have our 1915, I'm selling an original 1915 Ford owners manual.

Excellent condition. $75, which includes shipping within the US. Please contact me using the info below. No PM please.

Any interest at $40.00 each?

I would take 2 open short engine blocks (not the whole engine), with attached crankshafts, pistons not required. Also a flywheel if you have (magnets not required).
The only problem is picking them up. I can give you an address where you can drop them off, which is about 3 hours driving from you. And I can pay you...

FS: Raw unmachined castings for 1909 style brake rod supports. I have two pairs + 2 odd ones. Asking $10/ pair + one odd one, shipping not included.

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Thanks for looking!

I’m still looking to buy this spindle bushing cutter. Lang’s no longer is selling them. I’d even consider a Steven’s original if the price is right.

Stewart Road Gear $50.00 plus shipping

Triple Twist brass horn. $200.00 plus shipping

E & J Burner for a side light. $75.00 plus shipping

Neat insurance plaque from Chicago, excellent shape, good colors. $35.00 delivered lower 48, please contact if outside.

In the parts bin with my T stuff, so it's as good a starting point as any. Approx 23 in width, roller springs still retract under tension, small scraps of shade material felt like very brittle black in color. I believe I have four brackets for these as well. Don't know if they are Model T, or even automobile related, but if anyone want s them, pay...

Set of 5 metal covers for tire tube stems, $35 including domestic postage.

Two original 6 volt ignition coils for a distributor. Take your pick $35.00 plus domestic shipping. Mark Chaffin (951) 805-0928

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IMG_7121.jpeg IMG_7119.jpeg I have the spare tire holder that mounts to the running board, but I need the upper one that attaches to the left front lamp bracket: it needs to fit my 1916 T.

I would like to buy a Klaxon or Klaxon type horn with a brass bell . Thanks Perry

For sale: starting crank in good condition $35 plus shipping
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I am selling a Bruce Compton rebuilt Holley NH center drain carburetor. It was my spare carburetor, but I since picked up a Holley G for that purpose, which is more correct for our T.

The price is $200, which includes tracked shipping within the US. Please contact me using the information below. Please do not IM me through the forum site as I may...

Carston and i would like say a huge rhank you to Brent Mize aka The Coil Doctor. We sent Brent Carston's old coils rhat were literally falling apart. Nuthin' Special now runs better then ever, these are best looking and running set of coils we have bar none. We drove down to Brooks oregon for The Great Oregon Steamup and Nuthin' Special ran...

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I am looking for one more step plate to match the two I already have. Amy information would be helpful. Thanks!

For sale: water pump $125 plus shipping

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Here’s a large script Ford oil can on Facebook market place this morning. Large script was put on the early oil cans I think. Don’t know anything about it.

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I have posted five videos of my neon light bulb collection on FaceBook,

Here is the link :

The group name is Decorative Glow Lamps; Aerolux etc.

If that doesn't work, search FaceBook for Aerolux

Looking for a Hayes rear-wheel puller or one that works as it should. It can be a homemade one like the ones I've seen on the forum as long as it works.

Rick

Sooner or later some ones going to wake up to what a deal this is. The 30X3 1/2 wire wheels are worth a bundle by themselves. An original authentic 1913 Ford Model T light delivery, not a repo body, but original. Very authentic with what appears to be a brush painted 1940s/50s repaint and some tacked on black vinyl upholstery fix up . Chassis is...

Nice used pressure plate $20 plus the ride

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

Individual mag coils I will pull them off this mag plate 10$ each plus the ride

The key pictured below, part # T-5815, was produced for only a three (3) month period from April 12, 1913 through July 10, 1913. According to company records there were 61,495 cars produced during this time frame. The design change was to eliminate the square hole for the Prestolite tank valve and the 5/16 hex hole for the coil vibrator nut. Help...

Speedster build. Looking for a drop front axle. Have donor axle(s) if required.

Annual car aution at Owl's Head Museum. Lot's of nice cars including a couple of early Model T's. The museum itself is worth the visit. You can even arrange a flight in an antique bi-plane and they usually offer drives in Model T's as well.

For sale: running board tire pump $100 plus shipping

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NOW $75 plus shipping

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For sale: drum tail light and license bracket $80 plus shipping

for a 11-16 brass radiator, preferably a 13/14 that has this appearance. Unrestored. Doesn’t have to hold water. For display. IMG_0336.jpeg

Thanks to Hugh, Scott, and Richard this group has grown and provided a lot of useful information to its members. Along with the Model T forum you could not ask for a better group of guys and gals.

WTB: i am looking for a single carburetor downdraft manifold for Model A Ford engine ... prefer for 2 bolt pattern Holley or Carter carb. with 1 7/16 to 1 1/2 throttle bore ... i can machine an adapter as needed , but i am looking for a period correct manifold ...Gene French 970-581-2808 or email gfrench1953@hotmail.com

Take your pick from 6 Model T engines from the 1920s, no accessories such as manifolds, starters or generators. $150 each pick up here in Northern California. Happy to send pictures. NO SHIPPING

These parts are in very nice condition. $225 plus shipping from V1W 2X6.
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Decent head light buckets and rings no reflectors $50 for the pair plys the ride add orignal glass for $25 each and the ride

Check out the following link for thoughts on restablishing aligment on a repro Stevens front axle repair frame and the tooling needed to machine the surface the frame flat where the bushing rides. The repro Stevens frame in this thread was purchased years ago and I have no idea whether the issues have been addressed in the current run.

Hi folks,

Looking for the proverbial needle in a haystack - an early right hand drive square door aluminium transmission cover.

Can anyone help?

Please email via forum email tab or send me a private message.

Thanks Alex