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by Scott_Conger
Sun Jul 09, 2023 2:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Respoke question , Reagan press
Replies: 2
Views: 282

Re: Respoke question , Reagan press

I have had that happen a couple of times. I just "over press" a little and fit the flange to the wheel and pull up snug. In a couple days things seemed to settle in, but I had to remove the flange, straighten out the "dimples" I put in from drawing up so tight and start over. I suspected that the ra...
by Scott_Conger
Sun Jul 09, 2023 12:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Engine decking
Replies: 7
Views: 637

Re: Engine decking

you had original "x" rods and tin can pistons as I recall, so your engine has a 99%+ chance of not having been refreshed much less rebuilt and decked. I'd be surprised if it didn't clean up with .005" or so be very picky about your rebuilder; I imagine even with the best rebuilder, you'll end up wit...
by Scott_Conger
Sun Jul 09, 2023 9:20 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Engine burning oil
Replies: 18
Views: 1408

Re: Engine burning oil

I have no breather cap, just an aluminum plug with o-ring And there remains a question as to why quarts and quarts of oil are going through this thing??? and now I'll ask: exactly what was the point of purchasing an extremely rare and historic vehicle from a museum, acknowledging that the engine ra...
by Scott_Conger
Sat Jul 08, 2023 9:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Instructions for replacing Emergency/Hand Brake shoes?
Replies: 10
Views: 640

Re: Instructions for replacing Emergency/Hand Brake shoes?

Which version of lined brakes did you get? The two piece or one piece set? It will make a lot of difference for getting accurate advice that is appropriate to your project
by Scott_Conger
Sat Jul 08, 2023 9:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Rattling noise at the hand crank
Replies: 11
Views: 881

Re: Rattling noise at the hand crank

Pat your spring is broken...it should have a hard 90 degree bend at one end and that inserts into a small hole in the crank. Those rust off and make it hard to see where the hole is/was, and results in exactly what you experienced (or worse) Pull the whole mess and buy yourself a new spring and clea...
by Scott_Conger
Sat Jul 08, 2023 5:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Engine burning oil
Replies: 18
Views: 1408

Re: Engine burning oil

what do you mean "opened the holes" on the pistons? Did you clean them or actually drill them? what grit did you use to hone? were the rings all offset from each other and none in line with the wristpin? that is one very special car, and you need to proceed very carefully to maintain originality to ...
by Scott_Conger
Sat Jul 08, 2023 3:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Hogshead thread size
Replies: 10
Views: 647

Re: Hogshead thread size

Thank you Dan...and thank you Adrian

a worthy project, for sure.
by Scott_Conger
Sat Jul 08, 2023 11:26 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Hogshead thread size
Replies: 10
Views: 647

Re: Hogshead thread size

Dan maybe I DID learn something today! (?) I never knew about that nut/bolt chart so it's a legitimate lesson - and now the question is: is that info from a drawing, or is is a simple error? There's only a couple thou difference between 3/16 and #10 (ignoring the thread form difference) It's little ...
by Scott_Conger
Sat Jul 08, 2023 9:30 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Hogshead thread size
Replies: 10
Views: 647

Re: Hogshead thread size

Dan

did you really mean 10-32 instead of 3/16-32?

3/16-32 is BSF Fine (Whitworth Thread) and I'm pretty sure that is not called out here, though I don't have access to a drawing

am I about to learn something new this AM? :lol:
by Scott_Conger
Fri Jul 07, 2023 8:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1924 model T Coupe interior
Replies: 5
Views: 494

Re: 1924 model T Coupe interior

I suspect that the big "IF" in the equation is not "should you do it?" but "can you buy it?" I will be interested to hear how this goes for you Edit update: looks like Classtique has a very nice assortment of original style material(s) https://www.classtiqueupholstery.com/index.php/hardware-yard-goods
by Scott_Conger
Fri Jul 07, 2023 7:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How much crown should the small fan pulley have?
Replies: 5
Views: 564

Re: How much crown should the small fan pulley have?

how does approximately 1% of the face width of the pulley (crown height, not diameter) grab you?
by Scott_Conger
Thu Jul 06, 2023 8:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Johnny Cash Model T year ID ?
Replies: 21
Views: 1473

Re: Johnny Cash Model T year ID ?

FWIW - two piece valve cover lasted well into 1922 for certain, and some sources put them into 1923

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by Scott_Conger
Thu Jul 06, 2023 5:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Heinz Coils Adjusting Points Help Needed
Replies: 11
Views: 828

Re: Heinz Coils Adjusting Points Help Needed

https://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/708324/712510.html?1484321536 this will provide all of the clues and outright information to accomplish what you want to do, but a buzz box will not be part of testing the results read carefully and thoroughly - these coils are not set up according to regularly ...
by Scott_Conger
Thu Jul 06, 2023 4:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Flathead V8 in a T Speedster
Replies: 25
Views: 1849

Re: Flathead V8 in a T Speedster

what you get when a high school art class student has a father with more money than sense and a shop that will build anything for a buck. I can only imagine what it must be like having to operate the pedals with ballet slippers and pointed toes, and then lean forward to honk the horn to warn the guy...
by Scott_Conger
Thu Jul 06, 2023 10:06 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How I Rebuild Coils- The hard way!
Replies: 42
Views: 2797

Re: How I Rebuild Coils- The hard way!

Surely a low voltage k ohm test would suffice and yet, it doesn't. I had the occasional coil which by all tests were perfectly suited for rebuild and were perfect after rebuilding...all tests except the "does it reliably throw a spark after it's done being rebuilt" test. after introducing the Megge...
by Scott_Conger
Wed Jul 05, 2023 10:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Johnny Cash Model T year ID ?
Replies: 21
Views: 1473

Re: Johnny Cash Model T year ID ?

appropriately titled: DEFINING THE MODEL T FORD https://www.mtfca.com/encyclopedia/ take some time and search details of bodies by year - you may start to unravel some clues I'll get you started: 1924 Model year saw BOTH the introduction the high hood, and the appearance of cowl vents in closed cars...
by Scott_Conger
Wed Jul 05, 2023 10:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Carburetor still acting up….
Replies: 18
Views: 1093

Re: Carburetor still acting up….

Good for you that is the point I was making regarding buying a carb that had run and was adjusted from the get-go. now that you are over this hump, you should realize that there will be a setting for starting, a setting for when it is warmed up (and yet another setting if you ever replace your carb ...
by Scott_Conger
Wed Jul 05, 2023 9:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Newbe 1919 Touring Questions
Replies: 31
Views: 1609

Re: Newbe 1919 Touring Questions

when you get the one tire off, take good pictures of the inside edges of the "clinch" area of the rim and share with the Forum for comment. My car sat in weather for years and I thought the rims looked pristine but weathered. As it turned out those pristine rims had the hidden edges rusted into ragg...
by Scott_Conger
Wed Jul 05, 2023 9:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Johnny Cash Model T year ID ?
Replies: 21
Views: 1473

Re: Johnny Cash Model T year ID ?

you will do yourself and everyone else a favor is you first state what your intentions/plans are for this car. This will yield the best and most practical advice for you. There's no doubt that you can make it run and have a lot of fun with it, but as you already know, it is a collection of parts fro...
by Scott_Conger
Wed Jul 05, 2023 9:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Newbe 1919 Touring Questions
Replies: 31
Views: 1609

Re: Newbe 1919 Touring Questions

well, you can ditch my hopeful reply on the tires! The good news is that they're probably so hard that the leaking one won't go completely flat. Get experienced help when you remove them. I just removed a set last year that looked like that after rolling the car around for 8 years during a very SLOW...
by Scott_Conger
Wed Jul 05, 2023 7:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Newbe 1919 Touring Questions
Replies: 31
Views: 1609

Re: Newbe 1919 Touring Questions

For Joe Reid - those are simply period dress-up plates to cover the bolt heads...those are standard "T" wheels For Boaski - you may not trust those tires, but if they're that old, they may well be USA made...and whether or not USA made, are likely as good or better than what you can buy new. Go very...
by Scott_Conger
Wed Jul 05, 2023 4:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Carburetor still acting up….
Replies: 18
Views: 1093

Re: Carburetor still acting up….

Reviewing your posts I do now remember you had a "G", and researching your posts, see that you've been suffering with this for 3 years. One of the nice things about buying a rebuilt or sending yours off is that Corey will test run your carb and thus you will receive a carb that is ready to go from t...
by Scott_Conger
Wed Jul 05, 2023 2:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Carburetor still acting up….
Replies: 18
Views: 1093

Re: Carburetor still acting up….

Skylar, some carbs (and I assume it's an NH or a Kingston L-4) will respond to a dunk and a swish. Not all do. For the very small cost relative to the agrivation, spend some bucks with Forum member Corey, and get a nicely restored NH for a very reasonable price. That will take the carb out of the eq...
by Scott_Conger
Wed Jul 05, 2023 1:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: This car shocks me…
Replies: 12
Views: 1043

Re: This car shocks me…

Skylar, a rebuild of your coil box is in your future! Plan on using the available thermoplastic version of the kit to all but eliminate any future rainy-day trouble. When it builds reliability (big time) into the car, I am a fan of modern materials and this is one of the few things I do to my cars t...
by Scott_Conger
Wed Jul 05, 2023 1:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Stewart Tire Tool Question
Replies: 2
Views: 329

Re: Stewart Tire Tool Qustion

I've never used that tool, but OUCH American Brilliant cut glass in good condition has some value! I'm guessing you're not a big fan of the stuff :lol:

I am looking forward to some REAL answers to your question, too ;)

I hope you get some...maybe from Dan Treace??
by Scott_Conger
Wed Jul 05, 2023 1:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Engine Stand help
Replies: 11
Views: 903

Re: Engine Stand help

If I did not have a stand like Trent, I'd use a standard engine stand with this adapter: https://www.modeltford.com/item/6005-ADP.aspx it is the gold standard of adapters... 2875981s.jpg this plate that most folks buy, that bolts onto a stand is OK but not the greatest unless $$ are a concern, and I...
by Scott_Conger
Tue Jul 04, 2023 1:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Exhaust gasket recommendations ?
Replies: 37
Views: 1909

Re: Exhaust gasket recommendations ?

You know, Pat, you just stole my thunder...I was sitting here thinking along the same line...you beat me to it.

rather than build up spacers, I think I'd be inclined to map out the deviations and simply cut down the height of the center two ports on the manifold and just be done with it
by Scott_Conger
Tue Jul 04, 2023 10:07 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Model T on Positive Ground?
Replies: 31
Views: 1824

Re: Model T on Positive Ground?

Ken a frequent fault on (even restored) "T"s is that the starter was never properly repaired, and the battery cables are far too lightweight. 1/0 cables at the very minimum are what you want. With a fresh battery, a new starter, and hefty cables, the car will crank over briskly. As a new owner there...
by Scott_Conger
Mon Jul 03, 2023 9:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Model T on Positive Ground?
Replies: 31
Views: 1824

Re: Model T on Positive Ground?

WOW!

nice buggy...congratulations
by Scott_Conger
Mon Jul 03, 2023 9:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Exhaust gasket recommendations ?
Replies: 37
Views: 1909

Re: Exhaust gasket recommendations ?

you will need to double up on original style crush rings (one on each side of the spacer). You will never be able to load the washers you want to use with enough force for them to flow to meet the unparallel and damaged surfaces. Spacers may work, but you still need seals on each side of them. You a...
by Scott_Conger
Mon Jul 03, 2023 8:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Getting Rattles Back On The Road
Replies: 571
Views: 135993

Re: Getting Rattles Back On The Road

Robert - FWIW, the carb adjustment shouldn't be coming up through the floormat (and to keep it from turning, just take the needle out and squeeze the 2 little fingers in a tad to grasp the brass post in the top of the carb
by Scott_Conger
Mon Jul 03, 2023 8:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Triple gear play
Replies: 8
Views: 566

Re: Triple gear play

Someone make a new friend and offer Edwin a reasonably priced FORD 5-Z-326 GEAR PULLER

He's going to need one
by Scott_Conger
Mon Jul 03, 2023 8:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Strange 1917 Ford Logo?
Replies: 14
Views: 1236

Re: Strange 1917 Ford Logo?

Could be the '30's, but it was on its way out by then in Europe and on the decline in USA. Origins of Art Deco go back in Europe and especially France to well before 1917 following the Art Nouveau movement (which this thing could be attributed to, also). As a young watchmaker, it was common in the 1...
by Scott_Conger
Mon Jul 03, 2023 7:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Model T on Positive Ground?
Replies: 31
Views: 1824

Re: Model T on Positive Ground?

Question: how many responses to an electrical question does it take to advise an owner to switch to 12V? Answer: in this case, due unusual restraint, 11 posts With 4 cars in the barn and in the hobby since 1976 I'm still waiting for that inevitable and irresistible urge to switch to 12V to hit me. A...
by Scott_Conger
Mon Jul 03, 2023 5:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Speculation on the lurching...?
Replies: 32
Views: 2750

Re: Speculation on the lurching...?

See my video for response
by Scott_Conger
Mon Jul 03, 2023 2:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Radiator and Shell
Replies: 15
Views: 1027

Re: Radiator and Shell

Boy, I sure would not put that kind of work into an unknown radiator until AFTER I'd run it a couple hundred miles in broiling weather
by Scott_Conger
Mon Jul 03, 2023 11:00 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Model T on Positive Ground?
Replies: 31
Views: 1824

Re: Model T on Positive Ground?

a standard, or electro-mechanical cutout doesn't care which polarity is ground...a diode cutout does In my opinion, until the new owner knows everything there is to know about this car, it is best left alone if everything is operating properly. If for some reason it had, lets say, a Fun Projects Mod...
by Scott_Conger
Mon Jul 03, 2023 9:45 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Pulling a Model T
Replies: 41
Views: 2759

Re: Pulling a Model T

you never, ever, ever, never want to tow a T in neutral regardless of how much extra oil you put in. In gear with plugs removed is the only safe way to tow one at very low speed, over a relatively short distance and "safe" is a bit of tongue-in-cheek, at that, depending on who the pilot is.
by Scott_Conger
Mon Jul 03, 2023 9:28 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Model T on Positive Ground?
Replies: 31
Views: 1824

Re: Model T on Positive Ground?

Negative ground is "correct"

if your car charges OK and your ammeter works properly, then the car has been wired to accept the "wrong" installation

if the above is true, then don't worry about it

welcome to the hobby
by Scott_Conger
Sun Jul 02, 2023 10:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Fan pulley oil. What the zerk? Ream? Felt?
Replies: 32
Views: 1775

Re: Fan pulley oil. What the zerk? Ream? Felt?

Vernon

do yourself a $1300 favor and locate a standard FORD pulley (or modern ball bearing replacement) and install it with whatever fan tickles your fancy

yours (above), vs standard pulley (below):
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Photo courtesy of Ron Patterson
by Scott_Conger
Sun Jul 02, 2023 9:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1913 Rear axle housing straightening. Advice needed.
Replies: 13
Views: 1037

Re: 1913 Rear axle housing straightening. Advice needed.

Jeff with respect to the rivets not being tight from the factory, that was 100 years ago and quite a few "jack under the differential" lifts. I'd wager that they were perfectly tight the day it left the factory ;) also, it was smart to pay attention to the tradespeople you were working around. It ma...
by Scott_Conger
Sun Jul 02, 2023 9:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Did I do the bands, clutch, brake adjustment right
Replies: 5
Views: 668

Re: Did I do the bands, clutch, brake adjustment right

Something is very wrong with adjustment with what you've described and at a minimum, your brake rods are adjusted too long Do I see an auxiliary brake brake pedal? So much is unknown and missing from this story that the advice you'll likely get will range from "pull the head!" to "rebuild the rear e...
by Scott_Conger
Sun Jul 02, 2023 7:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Pulling a Model T
Replies: 41
Views: 2759

Re: Pulling a Model T

I'm thinking that if I broke down 1 mile from home and had the wherewithal to pull the rear axle, remove the u-joint, disassemble the u-joint, reinstall the base of the u-joint onto the driveshaft, reinstall the rear axle into the car so that I could tow it, I'd probably just fix the car and drive i...
by Scott_Conger
Sun Jul 02, 2023 6:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Exhaust gasket recommendations ?
Replies: 37
Views: 1909

Re: Exhaust gasket recommendations ?

Until you tell us that the manifold is perfectly straight, or define how "un-straight" it is, meaningful advice is impossible.

And after you know your manifold is warped (because the probability is in the 99% range) you will find that a new manifold is one of the best investments you'll ever make.
by Scott_Conger
Sun Jul 02, 2023 4:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What have you done to your Model T in July?
Replies: 38
Views: 2972

Re: What have you done to your Model T in July?

Few things in the "T" world as gratifying as successfully resurrecting a MAG. Good for you.
by Scott_Conger
Sun Jul 02, 2023 4:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Strange 1917 Ford Logo?
Replies: 14
Views: 1236

Re: Strange 1917 Ford Logo?

Once you've seen a piece of Trench Art, it is pretty hard to mistake
by Scott_Conger
Sun Jul 02, 2023 11:12 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: The Time Machine
Replies: 117
Views: 13526

Re: The Time Machine

enjoying reading about you enjoying your truck - seeing your picture, we could be twins
by Scott_Conger
Sat Jul 01, 2023 11:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: tube question 30x3-1/2 demountables
Replies: 53
Views: 3280

Re: tube question 30x3-1/2 demountables

You do not see that one has a lug on it and the other has no lug?? If Martyn's drawings are confusing you, just look at the FORD drawing In reality, putting a rim with lugs on a felloe which takes loose lugs creates a problem which is not obvious. The loose lug felloes frequently are not the same di...
by Scott_Conger
Sat Jul 01, 2023 8:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: BURNISH SIZING TRIPPLE BUSHINGS
Replies: 3
Views: 389

Re: BURNISH SIZING TRIPPLE BUSHINGS

John, I'm really pleased that you shared this and am doubly pleased that it worked out for you

this is one of those "what have you got to lose?" sort of things and given that it is from FORD documentation, you're not going to go far wrong
by Scott_Conger
Sat Jul 01, 2023 7:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: One coil buzzing all the time
Replies: 24
Views: 1104

Re: One coil buzzing all the time

I guess I'm lazy I'd turn the key on, put my finger on the coils and see which one was buzzing...pretty simple...that's the one that's grounded turn the engine over by hand one cylinder at a time - if same coil continues to buzz and it's the only coil that buzzes, then the timing gear or timer is da...
by Scott_Conger
Sat Jul 01, 2023 7:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Rebuilt Engine Break-In Advice Wanted
Replies: 13
Views: 1252

Re: Rebuilt Engine Break-In Advice Wanted

I actually did that exact thing once. So. Dakota National Tour...some of the toughest touring I've ever experienced. Loooooonnnnngggg grades in low worried me mightily, but everything worked out fine. Adjusted low and brake every day at lunch and changed the oil every evening...all of the above for ...
by Scott_Conger
Sat Jul 01, 2023 5:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Fan pulley oil. What the zerk? Ream? Felt?
Replies: 32
Views: 1775

Re: Fan pulley oil. What the zerk? Ream? Felt?

John

very astute!
and may well have saved some unfortunate damage to a fresh radiator
by Scott_Conger
Sat Jul 01, 2023 9:50 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Timer... "Ain't Nobody Got Time for That."
Replies: 18
Views: 1007

Re: Timer... "Ain't Nobody Got Time for That."

It's how you learn, Vernon
by Scott_Conger
Sat Jul 01, 2023 9:13 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: tube question 30x3-1/2 demountables
Replies: 53
Views: 3280

Re: tube question 30x3-1/2 demountables

With FORD literature in front of you along with well researched modern cutaway drawings vs conflicting information from the Forum...for me, deciding which to believe would be a no-brainer there were a number of manufacturers operating independent of "factory" suppliers and that can obfuscate things ...
by Scott_Conger
Sat Jul 01, 2023 9:01 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Timer... "Ain't Nobody Got Time for That."
Replies: 18
Views: 1007

Re: Timer... "Ain't Nobody Got Time for That."

Hopefully the modern seal is not crushed or otherwise distorted now
by Scott_Conger
Fri Jun 30, 2023 8:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: wheel re spoke issues
Replies: 8
Views: 604

Re: wheel re spoke issues

Too large of a hub-hole = too short of a spoke

hub falling out = shocked look :o

been there done that
by Scott_Conger
Fri Jun 30, 2023 9:39 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Sheared rear axle key
Replies: 18
Views: 2002

Re: Sheared rear axle key

Mikasa

show us how to turn off a computer, please.
by Scott_Conger
Fri Jun 30, 2023 9:16 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: A $20 (or less!) DIY regulator, and other issues
Replies: 240
Views: 41594

Re: A $20 (or less!) DIY regulator, and other issues

Luke I fully get it. And for all of the fully devoted people who want to give of their time and resources to make this come true for the betterment of humanity I absolutely applaud you. It is just when this Commune of Idealists expects a working man to turn over the keys to the kingdom - the kingdom...
by Scott_Conger
Thu Jun 29, 2023 10:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Pulling a Model T
Replies: 41
Views: 2759

Re: Pulling a Model T

I know exactly how to flat tow a T and minimize the potential for damage. That potential ranges from mild to severe depending on how you do it, how far you do it and how fast you do it. Because of that potential, I won't do it. Everyone breaks down eventually. If you can't fix it and drive it home, ...
by Scott_Conger
Thu Jun 29, 2023 10:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: A $20 (or less!) DIY regulator, and other issues
Replies: 240
Views: 41594

Re: A $20 (or less!) DIY regulator, and other issues

Jeff

as far as the thread being hijacked, you are the one who took it in this direction, so if someone helps get it to the destination to which it is headed, is it really a hijacking?

You probably don't believe it, but I really do wish you luck
by Scott_Conger
Thu Jun 29, 2023 9:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: A $20 (or less!) DIY regulator, and other issues
Replies: 240
Views: 41594

Re: A $20 (or less!) DIY regulator, and other issues

If I had a business that fed my family, the altruism of helping someone succeed in their endeavor, who in doing so, could damage the economic viability of my product or put me out of business entirely, well, that action would be wisely tempered. Of course, I do not know that this was the case here, ...
by Scott_Conger
Thu Jun 29, 2023 5:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: A $20 (or less!) DIY regulator, and other issues
Replies: 240
Views: 41594

Re: A $20 (or less!) DIY regulator, and other issues

Nu-rex is not a housing manufacturer. They manufacture a number of electrical components including diode-cutouts (and while I may be completely wrong, I suspect they purchase the covers from someone else) If I made such a device and someone called me with an idea which would completely obsolete my p...
by Scott_Conger
Thu Jun 29, 2023 4:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: tube question 30x3-1/2 demountables
Replies: 53
Views: 3280

Re: tube question 30x3-1/2 demountables

I agree with Steve My dad had two Hayes and two Kelsey loose-lug wheels. It was a no brainer as to which to replace - The Kelsey's were a lighter gauge wheel and required you to have the loose lugs and to me, neither is a point of virtue...and I don't think that Kelsey-compatible rims are as plentif...
by Scott_Conger
Thu Jun 29, 2023 4:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Can anyone identify this brass lever
Replies: 9
Views: 1078

Re: Can anyone identify this brass lever

amazing what a handkerchief across the lens will do!

that clean lens is going to make you some money, Bob! :lol:
by Scott_Conger
Thu Jun 29, 2023 2:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Serial Number Stamping.
Replies: 40
Views: 2288

Re: Serial Number Stamping.

Interesting info on the "A". Thanks.
Why not the same stuff for the T?
Maybe because most of it is not applicable due to not being a practice of the period?
by Scott_Conger
Thu Jun 29, 2023 11:37 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Chicago area help with T fire truck, please?
Replies: 6
Views: 755

Re: Chicago area help with T fire truck, please?

With respect, since you have no interest in keeping it or displaying it, why not sell it now and save parts $$ and a whole ton of time and effort? There is zero chance that the car will just "start right up" even if shown how, as my experience with display cars is that they almost always are pretty ...
by Scott_Conger
Wed Jun 28, 2023 8:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Blockley tire shipping is going up
Replies: 10
Views: 976

Re: Blockley tire shipping is going up

a fast trip past GOOGLE will clear that question up
by Scott_Conger
Tue Jun 27, 2023 10:52 pm
Forum: Forum Support Questions
Topic: I think I'm being scammed
Replies: 2
Views: 440

Re: I think I'm being scammed

all but certain that you've been had

cut your losses and stop the check at the bank if it has not already been cashed
by Scott_Conger
Tue Jun 27, 2023 9:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: NH Carb Spray Needle Adjustment
Replies: 15
Views: 1043

Re: NH Carb Spray Needle Adjustment

Well Hell's Bells there are more versions of this woeful carb on the Forum Topics than I can keep track of. Two issues One: the brass post on top of the carb that screws in - that is a tapered pipe thread and the part is made wrong. The tapered thread is too large in diameter...the hex should be abl...
by Scott_Conger
Tue Jun 27, 2023 8:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Throttle Rod Position on My NH Carb
Replies: 18
Views: 1103

Re: Throttle Rod Position on My NH Carb

Two issues One: the brass post on top of the carb that screws in - that is a tapered pipe thread and the part is made wrong. The tapered thread is too large in diameter...the hex should be able to run down and either touch or nearly touch the top of the carb. Don't try to tighten it more...it won't ...
by Scott_Conger
Tue Jun 27, 2023 5:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Swapping out head bolts and not pull head
Replies: 10
Views: 865

Re: Swapping out head bolts and not pull head

Any time you successfully replace a head gasket and it doesn't leak and no bolts strip, it's been a good day. Replacing bolts individually should not be a problem. Usually. Tightening them could be. In any event, the rear 2 are now permanently there unless you pull the engine forward, or lift the bo...
by Scott_Conger
Tue Jun 27, 2023 4:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Front suspension Ball Joint
Replies: 7
Views: 572

Re: Front suspension Ball Joint

Just give the front axle a gentle pull or shove, which ever way you need to coax the ball back to where it belongs
by Scott_Conger
Tue Jun 27, 2023 4:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Interesting Shipping Document
Replies: 7
Views: 619

Re: Interesting Shipping Document

Well, George, we don't know if the cars survived, but if you look at the invoice, it appears a couple headlight glasses bit the dust.
by Scott_Conger
Tue Jun 27, 2023 3:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Throttle Rod Position on My NH Carb
Replies: 18
Views: 1103

Re: Throttle Rod Position on My NH Carb

Yes, it is, and one must wonder what kind of choke plate is in it that would even allow for such a misalignment.
by Scott_Conger
Tue Jun 27, 2023 2:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Yellowstone 2023
Replies: 22
Views: 2025

Re: Yellowstone 2023

Wonderful, Rich!
by Scott_Conger
Tue Jun 27, 2023 2:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Throttle Rod Position on My NH Carb
Replies: 18
Views: 1103

Re: Throttle Rod Position on My NH Carb

John

look again...closely...there's a spring
by Scott_Conger
Tue Jun 27, 2023 10:51 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Seized triple gear bushing: Why?
Replies: 30
Views: 1874

Re: Seized triple gear bushing: Why?

"Running Fit" is a class of tolerance Running or Sliding Fit can encompass any one of 9 sub-classes of fit from RC1 (Close Sliding Fit) all the way to RC9 (Loose Running Fit). FORD's ".002" Running Fit was likely an early equivalent to RC7 Free Running Fit or RC8 Loose Running Fit Using the below ca...
by Scott_Conger
Tue Jun 27, 2023 9:14 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: building my engine with 280 cam timing
Replies: 15
Views: 1885

Re: building my engine with 280 cam timing

Mark as worn as your old cam is, I am certain that you will be anything but disappointed with your new-found treasure. Remember, no one sells a cam and then tells you that you must buy an advanced gear to make it work You should probably plan to purchase a camshaft thrust washer kit (3042TK) to keep...
by Scott_Conger
Tue Jun 27, 2023 8:39 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Throttle Rod Position on My NH Carb
Replies: 18
Views: 1103

Re: Throttle Rod Position on My NH Carb

Dan, maybe too long? ;)
by Scott_Conger
Tue Jun 27, 2023 8:32 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: building my engine with 280 cam timing
Replies: 15
Views: 1885

Re: building my engine with 280 cam timing

According to Glen in recent years past, Chaffin's performance (non stock) cams matured and improved over the years, with SOME advance (not necessarily 7.5 degrees) built into them for the last umpteen years. Chaffin's produced a whole series of cams for different kinds of performance. I would not do...
by Scott_Conger
Mon Jun 26, 2023 10:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: building my engine with 280 cam timing
Replies: 15
Views: 1885

Re: building my engine with 280 cam timing

Art, when the crank and cam timing marks are aligned, there are no pistons at TDC
by Scott_Conger
Mon Jun 26, 2023 10:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: The OT forum is hacked with some foreign looking stuff
Replies: 11
Views: 993

Re: The OT forum is hacked with some foreign looking stuff

and the remarkable thing is, that people are clicking on them and viewing them!

WTH?
by Scott_Conger
Mon Jun 26, 2023 5:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: building my engine with 280 cam timing
Replies: 15
Views: 1885

Re: building my engine with 280 cam timing

Mark, with v-blocks and a degree wheel attached, you can fixture a drop indicator or similar to measure total .270 lift (in reality I think setting the measurement to .265 is more realistic to gauge a .280 regrind, but that's just opinion). That now mimics your valve including valve lash of .010". T...
by Scott_Conger
Mon Jun 26, 2023 3:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Towing Model T
Replies: 29
Views: 4428

Re: Towing Model T

Steve like a disruptive child in a classroom, I think it is for attention and the mayhem that ensues...it invariably brings out folks who don't read responses and simply provide help for a 3 year old already solved problem someone is affirmatively working to register these things and then set them l...
by Scott_Conger
Mon Jun 26, 2023 12:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Towing Model T
Replies: 29
Views: 4428

Re: Towing Model T

This is a regurgitated 3 year old post restarted by a BOT

why keep giving advice????
by Scott_Conger
Mon Jun 26, 2023 11:49 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Seized triple gear bushing: Why?
Replies: 30
Views: 1874

Re: Seized triple gear bushing: Why?

George First I have the greatest respect for your background and metallurgical knowledge. I've seen the .679 value for installed bushings...and that would leave .0015 clearance on a new pin (pin at max condition). I'm pretty certain that this is actually the raw value expected after pressing the bus...
by Scott_Conger
Mon Jun 26, 2023 11:16 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Towing Model T
Replies: 29
Views: 4428

Re: Towing Model T

Steve

you're not only replying on a computer, but you're replying TO a computer (that dredged up a 3 year old post)
by Scott_Conger
Mon Jun 26, 2023 11:10 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Seized triple gear bushing: Why?
Replies: 30
Views: 1874

Re: Seized triple gear bushing: Why?

Dan I don't dispute that Murray did this piece that you posted, but do the math!! the result is a hole which is .6905 which is wildly oversize somewhere between Murray's notes and the publisher's ink, something went badly awry! ;) Even FORD documents (not drawings) have minor errors creep into publi...
by Scott_Conger
Sun Jun 25, 2023 9:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: T’s with Ruckstell and Warford
Replies: 29
Views: 1839

Re: T’s with Ruckstell and Warford

Jacob as it came from the factory, it can pull bark off of a tree. I'd bet that you will have little trouble climbing hills in high gear and on the level, be topped out at 25-30MPH as it is. If it fell off a cliff, you'd be hard pressed to hit 35 and you'd probably survive the landing, to boot. My b...
by Scott_Conger
Sun Jun 25, 2023 8:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: A $20 (or less!) DIY regulator, and other issues
Replies: 240
Views: 41594

Re: A $20 (or less!) DIY regulator, and other issues

I have found John to be gracious, encouraging, and generous to the point of making suggestions and offering unsolicited (and as it turned out), very timely advice. Some of our conversations, were instigated by me and some by him, including when I was (briefly) getting into the generator business. Pe...
by Scott_Conger
Sun Jun 25, 2023 4:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Tips for adjusting Kevlar bands?
Replies: 16
Views: 1049

Re: Tips for adjusting Kevlar bands?

it showed some desire to crawl forward before the pedal would engage without slipping normal perfectly formed bands drag - bent or otherwise deformed bands drag more how aggressively they drag or how much they are allowed to slip before lock-up determines the amount of heat you pour into the drum
by Scott_Conger
Sun Jun 25, 2023 4:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Rod cap, run it loose or make a shim?
Replies: 17
Views: 1344

Re: Rod cap, run it loose or make a shim?

that cap and likely the rod ran and wobbled back and forth so much that most of the 1/2 cylindrical bearing surface is gone and you are left with an hourglass shape with barely any bearing surface left. Looking at your one picture, the babbit is so worn out at the ends that even if you lapped it to ...
by Scott_Conger
Sun Jun 25, 2023 3:05 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Mechanical carburetor adjuster
Replies: 3
Views: 630

Re: Mechanical carburetor adjuster

Looks like it would be easiest to use if you were laying on the floor! For a more finished look, adequate for what it is called upon to do, a nice gearset that is sized and designed for the forces encountered can be found here: https://www.mpcomponents.com/wp-content/uploads/Gears.pdf beginning page...
by Scott_Conger
Sun Jun 25, 2023 2:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Rod cap, run it loose or make a shim?
Replies: 17
Views: 1344

Re: Rod cap, run it loose or make a shim?

Time for a new rod

anything else will be a waste of valuable time
by Scott_Conger
Sat Jun 24, 2023 5:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: fan cutting front wire harness
Replies: 2
Views: 229

Re: fan cutting front wire harness

need to clarify if it is the lighting loom or the timer wiring
by Scott_Conger
Sat Jun 24, 2023 4:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Tips for adjusting Kevlar bands?
Replies: 16
Views: 1049

Re: Tops for adjusting Kevlar bands?

If a band fully locks up the drum in low or reverse, it's tight enough. Brakes are their own animal, as you should always do your "slowing down" with the throttle and use brakes to come to a full stop and hold it there. Pumping brakes is a misuse of their designed purpose though it is safer on the d...
by Scott_Conger
Sat Jun 24, 2023 2:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Kevlar band treatment
Replies: 5
Views: 490

Re: Kevlar band treatment

That just makes an aggravating job more aggravating! ;) I install dry onto the steel bands and insert dry into the transmission (with hog's head removed). Then after hog's head is securely assembled, I VERY SLOWLY pour 2 quarts of oil OVER the bands and the remainder into the normal oil filler up fr...
by Scott_Conger
Sat Jun 24, 2023 10:27 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Seized triple gear bushing: Why?
Replies: 30
Views: 1874

Re: Seized triple gear bushing: Why?

Steve Jelf

...you're searching the wrong term...try "ball sizing"