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by Oldav8tor
Fri Oct 20, 2023 6:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Timer Brush Installation
Replies: 45
Views: 1282

Re: Timer Brush Installation

Does your engine have a modern neoprene camshaft seal? I have a New Day and I know that when you use a modern seal you don't use the large brass washer / shield over the camshaft.
by Oldav8tor
Thu Oct 19, 2023 2:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Getting closer to picking up my T
Replies: 15
Views: 1014

Re: Getting closer to picking up my T

Listen to Jerry - there is nothing holding the studs in place that secure the wishbone ball to the pan. Wire the studs together so they can't turn.
If corrosion has thinned the wall of the wishbone tubes too much they might bend at an inopportune time. When in doubt, replace!
by Oldav8tor
Wed Oct 18, 2023 12:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: No buzz...
Replies: 19
Views: 728

Re: No buzz...

You might want to consider sending your coils out to be checked and adjusted. Other than that, the switch is certainly suspect. I didn't see any photos of the timer brush - I'm curious as to it's condition.


Ran when parked.........
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by Oldav8tor
Mon Oct 16, 2023 5:26 pm
Forum: Forum Support Questions
Topic: Engine oil smells like gasoline
Replies: 2
Views: 267

Re: Engine oil smells like gasoline

Is your engine rebuilt or tired? Has the compression been checked? I've heard of fuel getting by really worn rings into the oil but I'd definitely listen to someone with more engine experience.
by Oldav8tor
Sun Oct 15, 2023 6:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Maybe not a good idea.
Replies: 15
Views: 1076

Re: Maybe not a good idea.

Looks like Polish Army uniforms. The guy under the board is showing off.
by Oldav8tor
Thu Oct 12, 2023 9:51 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: A Brush with destiny ?
Replies: 7
Views: 666

Re: A Brush with destiny ?

I have a friend with a Brush. The wood construction is certainly interesting
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by Oldav8tor
Wed Oct 11, 2023 5:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: California zero emission zones
Replies: 115
Views: 9420

Re: California zero emission zones

I live in a rural area next to Lake Huron which normally has some of the cleanest air in the country. This past summer there were days we stayed inside because the air was unbreatheable due to Canadian smoke. On one of those days I had to fly a mission for the sheriff looking for a missing person an...
by Oldav8tor
Wed Oct 11, 2023 9:37 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Free Start - Interesting what I discovered
Replies: 47
Views: 1844

Re: Free Start - Interesting what I discovered

Never had a free start...never. My coils are tuned, 12 volt battery, high compression Z head, Holley NH, 9300 miles since engine overhaul.
by Oldav8tor
Mon Oct 09, 2023 4:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Grease Leakage at the Ball Joint
Replies: 17
Views: 753

Re: Grease Leakage at the Ball Joint

I pump grease into mine every few hundred miles....lots of grease. A T will normally shed grease from that location. Remember, you're trying to lube the universal so don't use a grease so thick that it can't penetrated the moving parts. Definitely never use oil or grease with graphite in it. You don...
by Oldav8tor
Mon Oct 09, 2023 9:57 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 24' Touring Changing Front Wheel Bearing
Replies: 12
Views: 577

Re: 24' Touring Changing Front Wheel Bearing

A fellow who makes a living rebuilding old cars welds a short piece of steel across the race then taps against that from behind to remove it. If you want to use the old race to set the new, grind a little off the outside of the old so it doesn't stick. If your new race fits slightly loose (but you c...
by Oldav8tor
Fri Oct 06, 2023 9:42 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: shop lighting.
Replies: 12
Views: 735

Re: shop lighting.

Mack,
Got my lights today and installed them.... my shop has never been so well lit. Thanks!
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by Oldav8tor
Fri Oct 06, 2023 9:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Starter conversion
Replies: 21
Views: 1131

Re: Starter conversion

You've already bought two starters so this advice is a bit late, but maybe someone else is in a similar position. I strongly recommend to anyone running 12 volts that they consider installing a modern, 12 volt, WOSP geared starter. Unlike the original Ford starter, my WOSP starter has been 100% reli...
by Oldav8tor
Fri Oct 06, 2023 9:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Missfire
Replies: 24
Views: 882

Re: Missfire

Tim, I can't tell you much about installing timers other than New Days. It's pretty obvious - the cap shows which color wire goes to which contact. You just have to route the wires so they don't interfere when the cap is rotated. Hopefully a previous owner replaced the original felt camshaft seal wi...
by Oldav8tor
Fri Oct 06, 2023 8:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Missfire
Replies: 24
Views: 882

Re: Missfire

Nothing wrong with gloves - I frequently wear gloves when working on greasy / dirty items. I'd say the timer could be the source of your problem. Tip Top Timers of Spokane Valley make quality New Day and Anderson reproductions. Give Mark Hutchinson a call and talk it over...‭(509) two-two-zero-0892‬...
by Oldav8tor
Wed Oct 04, 2023 12:42 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: Some Humor to Brighten Your Day II
Replies: 229
Views: 18039

Re: Some Humor to Brighten Your Day II

My Turn :D
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by Oldav8tor
Wed Oct 04, 2023 12:31 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: shop lighting.
Replies: 12
Views: 735

Re: shop lighting.

Mack, My shop is very similar in design and the current lighting is poor. After reading your post I went out and ordered a set of the lights and am looking forward to installing them. With winter not that far off I'll hopefully be able to see what I'm doing when I take take refuge during the dark ti...
by Oldav8tor
Wed Oct 04, 2023 10:49 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Rebuilt/ Good Running Holley NH at Hershey?
Replies: 5
Views: 402

Re: Rebuilt/ Good Running Holley NH at Hershey?

Russ is usually not far from our sister organization's tent (MTFCI). I think he's bringing a selection of NH carbs ready to go. I bought mine from him at Hershey a couple of years back and it was bolt on and go.
by Oldav8tor
Wed Oct 04, 2023 10:43 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Commutator—to oil or not to oil
Replies: 15
Views: 728

Re: Commutator—to oil or not to oil

To add to my post. I've run my New Days 95% on magneto. Otherwise I have a 12 volt system. My coils were all rebuilt and adjusted by Ron Patterson. When the engine was reassembled I used a centering tool to make sure the cover was properly centered. I've rounded the edges of the brushes with a fine ...
by Oldav8tor
Tue Oct 03, 2023 9:33 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Commutator—to oil or not to oil
Replies: 15
Views: 728

Re: Commutator—to oil or not to oil

Tim, I bought my Timer cap and brush from Tip-Top in Spokane Valley, WA. At around 5400 miles I had to have my transmission rebuilt so on a whim I replaced the timer too....wish I'd left it on to see how far I could run it. As it is, I have 3700 miles on it's replacement. I've had others report expe...
by Oldav8tor
Mon Oct 02, 2023 8:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Commutator—to oil or not to oil
Replies: 15
Views: 728

Re: Commutator—to oil or not to oil

I use a New Day and have never oiled it. Occasional cleaning is all. The Montana 500 racers often cut a circular block of wood to fit in the cap, mount it to a drill and scuff the contacts with very fine sandpaper.

This is what my cap and brush looked like after 5400+ miles.
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by Oldav8tor
Thu Sep 28, 2023 9:17 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Wtb engine stand adapter
Replies: 4
Views: 527

Re: Wtb engine stand adapter

I bought mine from Lang's. I bet Snyders has them too.

I ordered the T-ESADPT which attaches to the existing stand bracket. I don't know it it's too late but Lang's will possibly deliver to Hershey and save you shipping.
by Oldav8tor
Mon Sep 25, 2023 10:43 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Fabric covered wooden body speedster plans
Replies: 14
Views: 998

Re: Fabric covered wooden body speedster plans

A bullet hole in fabric was easier to patch than aluminum. Just glue a patch on the hole. The control surfaces were also much lighter in weight. Since all control surfaces have to be mass-balanced forward of the hinge line to prevent flutter, the fabric covered surfaces did not require as much to ba...
by Oldav8tor
Sun Sep 24, 2023 8:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Fabric covered wooden body speedster plans
Replies: 14
Views: 998

Re: Fabric covered wooden body speedster plans

Chad, My fabric covered aircraft has survived impacts with large bugs at 100 mph and that was a direct impact on a forward facing surface. It has also had mud thrown on it by wheels when landing. You can't dent fabric :D The multi-step sealing and painting process makes for a durable surface - mine ...
by Oldav8tor
Sat Sep 23, 2023 7:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Traverse City
Replies: 4
Views: 440

Re: Traverse City

The Northern Michigan T's did the Tunnel of Trees tour but we never got anywhere near Traverse City. Petoskey, Harbor Springs and Cross Village. We had 11 T's and two moderns. I'm curious who the bunch were in Traverse City.
by Oldav8tor
Sat Sep 23, 2023 7:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Fabric covered wooden body speedster plans
Replies: 14
Views: 998

Re: Fabric covered wooden body speedster plans

Kurt has an interesting idea. I've wondered about using fabric to cover a speedster body. My airplane is steel tube with the shape produced by dacron fabric shrunk over a frame of wooden bulkheads (1/4 inch aircraft plywood) and spruce T-head stringers run longitudinally, glued at each bulkhead. The...
by Oldav8tor
Sat Sep 23, 2023 5:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Public service post I made
Replies: 19
Views: 1322

Re: Public service post I made

Michigan still has hand signals shown in their "What Every Driver Must Know" pamphlet
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by Oldav8tor
Sat Sep 23, 2023 4:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Are Model T drivers/owners safe?
Replies: 15
Views: 933

Re: Are Model T drivers/owners safe?

Norm,
My Model T squawks when I wander out of my lane....of course the noise is coming from my wife in the back seat........
by Oldav8tor
Sat Sep 23, 2023 4:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: NH and Hot Tire?
Replies: 17
Views: 730

Re: NH and Hot Tire?

The best valve for a NH is the "full flow" valve from Scott Conger. However, if your carb has been modified to fit a valve from another carb you are in uncharted territory. Good luck!
by Oldav8tor
Fri Sep 22, 2023 6:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Electrical/Timer issues
Replies: 16
Views: 554

Re: Electrical/Timer issues

We recently discussed coil box carbon tracks <https://mtfca.com/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=38750> If you have a wood coil box you might consider replacing it with a plastic kit from Snyders. Are you sure the contacts inside the box are sprung out enough to make contact? That can make a coil misbehav...
by Oldav8tor
Fri Sep 15, 2023 12:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Brass horn - broken mount
Replies: 11
Views: 416

Re: Brass horn - broken mount

I had the same thing happen to my horn. My take is that the original mount is not up to the job so I dropped it off at Britten's Brass works in Michigan to have them design and install a better mount. Unfortunately, Mr. Britten suffered an accident shortly after I delivered the horn to him so I have...
by Oldav8tor
Fri Sep 15, 2023 12:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Coil Box Woes
Replies: 5
Views: 422

Re: Coil Box Woes

Plastic coil box replacement kits are a no-brainer for someone with experience. To the new Model T owner the symptoms a shorted coil box produces can leave them totally flumoxed. I would recommend to any new owner that they be proactive and rebuild the coil box if it hasn't already been done. Two th...
by Oldav8tor
Thu Sep 14, 2023 9:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Coil Box Woes
Replies: 5
Views: 422

Coil Box Woes

A friend has a 1920 Roadster that he has spent the past year getting into good running condition. Back in May he took it on a tour that encountered heavy rain. From that point, the car just wasn't running right. He assumed the coil box got wet causing problems and dried it with a hair dryer. It ran ...
by Oldav8tor
Tue Sep 12, 2023 6:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Steve Jelf in bad accident
Replies: 266
Views: 24662

Re: Steve Jelf in bad accident

Thanks for the updates. As of this writing I see the Go Fund Me is up to $11,301. I suspect Steve will be a little overwhelmed by such generosity. He has a long way to go but when he's more "with it" he will take comfort from the fact that so many have stepped up to help him out in one way or anothe...
by Oldav8tor
Tue Sep 12, 2023 6:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: LED Conversion for Brass Headlamps - Feedback
Replies: 10
Views: 592

Re: LED Conversion for Brass Headlamps - Feedback

I agree - it looks like the units luke referred to plug into the brass base that Snyder added.

It would be interesting to find out if the GY6.35 will fit into the brass base.
If they do, you've got a cheap way of replacing the ineffective bulb. Let us know what you find out.
by Oldav8tor
Sat Sep 09, 2023 10:35 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Steve Jelf in bad accident
Replies: 266
Views: 24662

Re: Steve Jelf in bad accident

Unfortunately we don't know what kind of insurance Steve has on the car. Hopefully he will receive a decent settlement. Steve has been there for us, it is fitting that we should be there for him. Everyone reading this thread must be thinking "There but for fortune go I..." We've all had close calls ...
by Oldav8tor
Fri Sep 08, 2023 8:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Steve Jelf in bad accident
Replies: 266
Views: 24662

Re: Steve Jelf in bad accident

Some folks may already be at the OCF and unaware of Steve's accident. Those of you who are going to be at OCF please pass the word. I've told many people that one common characteristic of Model T people is that we take care of each other. The many well-wishers, Go-Fund-Me donations along with those ...
by Oldav8tor
Fri Sep 08, 2023 11:51 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Steve Jelf in bad accident
Replies: 266
Views: 24662

Re: Steve Jelf in bad accident

Damn! Joan and I have donated to the go-fund-me and urge others to do so. Thanks, Dallas, for looking after our friend.
by Oldav8tor
Thu Sep 07, 2023 11:27 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Steve Jelf needs help
Replies: 30
Views: 2277

Re: Steve Jelf needs help

I look forward to hearing from Steve about the cause of his tube problems but agree with Mike that I believe Steve has been using Hartfords with the rubber stems replaced with salvaged, original brass stems. FWIW I installed Blockley tubes in my Universal T-Drivers 5300 miles ago and have had no iss...
by Oldav8tor
Tue Sep 05, 2023 2:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: car running terribly. Please help
Replies: 13
Views: 661

Re: car running terribly. Please help

I never fill up from a station that has just had it's tanks filled. Water and crud below the stand pipe can get all stirred up if the station hasn't been vigilant about cleaning it out. Made that mistake at an airport once and drained about a quart of water and crud out of the two wings tanks after ...
by Oldav8tor
Tue Sep 05, 2023 1:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: It's time for some professional help with my generator
Replies: 22
Views: 748

Re: It's time for some professional help with my generator

Ron Patterson doesn't do generators anymore - he limits his services to the repair of coils now.
by Oldav8tor
Tue Aug 29, 2023 10:49 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Unusual Mixture control
Replies: 11
Views: 851

Unusual Mixture control

Has anyone seen a mixture control like this? A friend has a mostly unmolested roadster with this little gem.
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by Oldav8tor
Mon Aug 28, 2023 2:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1919 Intake Manifold
Replies: 17
Views: 2518

Re: 1919 Intake Manifold

Another question - why did Ford do away with the high volume intakes in later cars?
by Oldav8tor
Mon Aug 28, 2023 2:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Accessory intake manifold
Replies: 10
Views: 593

Re: Accessory intake manifold

Whistle connection?
by Oldav8tor
Fri Aug 25, 2023 10:40 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: GROSS JET REPAIR
Replies: 5
Views: 426

Re: GROSS JET REPAIR

Couldn't agree more. I installed Scott's valve and no longer have fuel flow issues when the tank is low or climbing hills.
by Oldav8tor
Fri Aug 25, 2023 10:37 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Headlight rim removal
Replies: 26
Views: 1508

Re: Headlight rim removal

I second the idea of using a little penetrating oil around the rim and let it sit a bit. Push in on the rim all the way around and make sure you can move it in a bit. Then apply pressure from hands, knees, gut, whatever and turn. All the other advice is good - I might add that a large strap wrench w...
by Oldav8tor
Thu Aug 24, 2023 7:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: weld repair on axle by the keyway
Replies: 36
Views: 1618

Re: weld repair on axle by the keyway

I wonder what other stresses the axle has been subjected to in the last century? I not only replaced both of my axles but installed safety hubs to transfer some of the load to the axle tube. I've driven my car 9000 miles since with no issues. FWIW - the buggered keyway is probably due to the axle nu...
by Oldav8tor
Tue Aug 22, 2023 7:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Notice For Russ Potter Rebuilding Carburetors
Replies: 11
Views: 1588

Re: Notice For Russ Potter Rebuilding Carburetors

Russ is one of the good guys....best wishes for a speedy recovery.
by Oldav8tor
Tue Aug 22, 2023 7:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Speaking of fans...
Replies: 14
Views: 1047

Re: Speaking of fans...

Rich Eagle graciously allowed our club to use one of his drawings on a club T-shirt. The idea was because we were coming across so many unusually mechanical conditions when we worked on member's cars....coining the motto "Never saw that before!" The cartoon shows a fan blade exiting thru the hood of...
by Oldav8tor
Mon Aug 21, 2023 10:05 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Thank-you Scott Conger
Replies: 18
Views: 1635

Re: Thank-you Scott Conger

Scott is definitely one of the good guys. Sometimes he may ruffle a few feathers by saying what needs to be said but I've never found fault with his knowledge or advice. He's definitely helped me out a few times. Ask a question on this forum and you get a lot of answers....some more useful than othe...
by Oldav8tor
Sun Aug 20, 2023 9:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Who's that in the photo?
Replies: 64
Views: 6430

Re: Who's that in the photo?

Me flying my other mechanical obsession. Now you know why I go by Oldav8tor . I've been flying since 1973, into Model T's only since 2018 ---- Believe it or not, the plane's empty weight is almost 500 lbs less than my Model T. Mechanically it is far simpler than the T if such a thing is possible. I ...
by Oldav8tor
Thu Aug 17, 2023 9:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Engine burning oil
Replies: 18
Views: 1408

Re: Engine burning oil

I believe the AI has struck again.
by Oldav8tor
Thu Aug 17, 2023 10:21 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: GPS for Model T travel?
Replies: 21
Views: 1272

Re: GPS for Model T travel?

I buy used garmins on ebay. Get the ones that offer lifetime updates. You can have a current map view or a speedometer with the ability to record mileage for a particular trip. So what if it's ten years old.... If it fails, a replacement is cheap. Note: Garmin's run on 5 volts - You'll need a Garmin...
by Oldav8tor
Mon Aug 07, 2023 11:54 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What to expect after buying a car
Replies: 7
Views: 876

What to expect after buying a car

First, let me apologize for such a long post. I only own one Model T but thru our club I have worked on roughly a dozen cars - most bought by people new to Model T's. A few problems have come up over and over again, to the point where I would tell any buyer to expect to have to deal with at least so...
by Oldav8tor
Mon Aug 07, 2023 11:00 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Busted axle
Replies: 7
Views: 663

Re: Busted axle

Most of the cars I've worked on (a dozen or so in our club) have required new axles for one reason or another. Frequently it's because of damage caused by not keeping the axle nut tight. They do need to be checked, especially withing 50-100 miles after a wheel installation. After replacing my axles ...
by Oldav8tor
Sat Aug 05, 2023 9:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Ron Patterson
Replies: 27
Views: 1911

Re: Ron Patterson

Ron is one of the good guys. He's always taken care of my coil needs and is a great ambassador of the Model T hobby.
by Oldav8tor
Fri Aug 04, 2023 11:31 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: OCF 2023
Replies: 19
Views: 1560

Re: OCF 2023

A few weeks ago we had a one day tour from Piquette thru the Detroit-Windsor tunnel to an event in Canada. We left our trailers and vehicles in the gravel lot across from piquette with no issues. I don't know who you heard from at Piquette but you might try Steve Shotwell for advice <sshotwell AT ca...
by Oldav8tor
Mon Jul 31, 2023 3:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: CAR COVERS for All Weather tips
Replies: 14
Views: 909

Re: CAR COVERS for All Weather tips

Two Door. A Model T is 134 inches long - a two door Jeep Wrangler is 167 inches. I hook the front of the cover under the front fenders and stretch it back over the body. I use clamps to hold it in place.
by Oldav8tor
Sat Jul 29, 2023 1:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: HIGH FLO ALUMINUM INTAKE?
Replies: 18
Views: 1264

Re: HIGH FLO ALUMINUM INTAKE?

I have one I have not installed. Someone I respect told me that they improve performance on the top end but you lose out at the low end. One of these days I'll try it out and see for myself but for now I'm happy with the standard intake.
by Oldav8tor
Fri Jul 28, 2023 6:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: WOSP Starter Installation with Oil Slingers
Replies: 11
Views: 751

Re: WOSP Starter Installation with Oil Slingers

Obviously the starter engages the flywheel from the front. It extends, engages and then spins - unlike the original Ford that is spinning when it engages the flywheel. I believe the WOSP is a lot easier on the flywheel. I have used a WOSP with great success for a couple of years now and recommend it...
by Oldav8tor
Fri Jul 28, 2023 5:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: CAR COVERS for All Weather tips
Replies: 14
Views: 909

Re: CAR COVERS for All Weather tips

There are many makers of car covers out there. If you want one to keep the rain out while parked somewhere on tour I've found that a cover designed to fit a Jeep Wrangler fits my 1917 Touring quite well. I bought this on Amazon <https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09VKX65F2/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asi...
by Oldav8tor
Tue Jul 11, 2023 7:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Fuel Consumption
Replies: 20
Views: 1201

Re: Fuel Consumption

More info such as model of carb would help. Also, is this a new problem or has it always existed? If the latter, I wonder if the carb float needs adjustment?
by Oldav8tor
Mon Jul 10, 2023 9:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Michigan Jamboree
Replies: 2
Views: 409

Re: Michigan Jamboree

I think the first day is going to be a longer distance than usual. I believe they're going to the Auburn-Cord-Duesenberg Museum in Indiana.
by Oldav8tor
Sun Jul 09, 2023 7:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Newbe 1919 Touring Questions
Replies: 31
Views: 1609

Re: Newbe 1919 Touring Questions

The day you were born? I love coincidences like that. My car was built on my Dad's 10th birthday and a 1917 Touring was the first car our family ever owned. Such things make a car even more special.
by Oldav8tor
Wed Jul 05, 2023 8:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Carburetor still acting up….
Replies: 18
Views: 1091

Re: Carburetor still acting up….

My '17 came with a G. I had it rebuilt and it ran nice. It is a more complicated carb than some. After doing some research, I bought a rebuilt NH from Russ Potter because my reading indicated it performed better than the G. I had a chance to run the engine on a dyno, first with the G then with the N...
by Oldav8tor
Wed Jul 05, 2023 8:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Newbe 1919 Touring Questions
Replies: 31
Views: 1609

Re: Newbe 1919 Touring Questions

Another thing to check when assessing the spokes - with the demountable rims removed, look at the conditions of the tenons (the part of the spoke that pokes thru the felloe.) If it looks like a wart, it has been compromised and the spokes are on borrowed time. A good whack on such a spoke sheared of...
by Oldav8tor
Tue Jul 04, 2023 9:48 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Bud Delong
Replies: 36
Views: 5948

Re: Bud Delong

Another resurrected post by a new member with limited previous posts. No offense to Andree23 if he is real, but I wonder if this is another AI at work?
by Oldav8tor
Sat Jul 01, 2023 7:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Towing Model T
Replies: 29
Views: 4428

Re: Towing Model T

Apparently a "bot" or whatever that dredged up your old post. Wiser folks than I spotted it. The rest of us just rattled on as usual ;)
by Oldav8tor
Wed Jun 28, 2023 10:07 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: switch and ammeter wiring
Replies: 10
Views: 661

Re: switch and ammeter wiring

There is a difference between the photo and the diagram. In the Photo, the "bright" headlight wire goes to 5 on the terminal strip and the "Dim" to 6. On the diagram those two wires are reversed. Not a big deal but confusing. This drawing appears to be old but I don't know it's source. It shows the ...
by Oldav8tor
Tue Jun 27, 2023 11:26 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: WOSP Starter Wiring
Replies: 9
Views: 909

Re: WOSP Starter Wiring

I would just convert everything to 12 volts. That said, if you keep the wiring for the starter separate from everything else there should be no interaction. The WOSP has a built-in solenoid so you can run a cable from the battery direct to the post on the starter and run a jumper from said post thru...
by Oldav8tor
Mon Jun 26, 2023 2:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Towing Model T
Replies: 29
Views: 4428

Re: Towing Model T

Straps should not pull forward on the front axle? Are you concerned about pulling the wishbone ball out? I tow in a closed trailer. I attach two straps to the front axle, two to the rear. I put axle straps around the axles as close to the wheels as I can get them, pulling straight back or forward. I...
by Oldav8tor
Tue Jun 20, 2023 5:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Car Games ideas and discussion...
Replies: 22
Views: 3104

Re: Car Games ideas and discussion...

A wire loop attached to a block of wood or something. You have to spear the loop with your dangling crank.... speed and size of loop determine the level of challenge.

Geez! Visualizing it I bet that could get you in trouble too!
by Oldav8tor
Tue Jun 20, 2023 5:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Planning a visit to the Henry Ford Museum
Replies: 20
Views: 1808

Re: Planning a visit to the Henry Ford Museum

What day do you plan to visit? I agree with others that you could easily spend the day and more in either the village or museum. Piquette is also great with it's focus on the Model T and the other early Ford cars. Perhaps someone from that area will have some time to help you out. My advice - whet y...
by Oldav8tor
Mon Jun 19, 2023 8:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Rear view mirror options
Replies: 13
Views: 814

Re: Rear view mirror options

A few comments. A centered mirror atop the windshield is pretty useless if you put the top up. What if you want to fold the top of the windshield down for old-time air conditioning? Yes, I have a mirror on the right side. There are times it comes in handy. All mirrors shake (the Antique Motor Sport ...
by Oldav8tor
Mon Jun 19, 2023 10:00 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Rear view mirror options
Replies: 13
Views: 814

Re: Rear view mirror options

After trying other mirrors (clamp on) I settled on a pair from antique motor sports for my 1917 Touring. In my opinion they are the best available. For extra coverage I have a Model A type mirror attached to the spare tire on the left running board.
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by Oldav8tor
Thu Jun 15, 2023 10:08 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Rebuilt Carb or Rebuild Carb
Replies: 14
Views: 765

Re: Rebuilt Carb or Rebuild Carb

Depends - I've tried rebuilding carbs with usually unsatisfactory results.... When I send them out to Russ Potter for rebuild they come back good as new - ready to bolt on and go. One mod I have done to mine and other's carbs is to install a Scott Conger "Full-Flow" valve which insures enough fuel g...
by Oldav8tor
Thu Jun 08, 2023 8:39 pm
Forum: Services
Topic: Auto Body
Replies: 6
Views: 868

Re: Auto Body

Dale, I emailed you a possible source for body work. In addition I would contact Jeff Humble of the Northern Michigan T's and see if he has any suggestions. <jeffshumble@gmail.com> I also suggest joining the club as you'll be connected with a number of very talented people and have some great social...
by Oldav8tor
Mon Jun 05, 2023 8:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Loose spoke tennons
Replies: 7
Views: 666

Re: Loose spoke tennons

Time to re-spoke. If you have demountables you should remove the rim and look at the felloes. Your tenons need to fill the hole and be tight. Often the end of the tenon is eroded by years of moisture and stress. You don't want the wheel to come apart at the least opportune time..... I had some spoke...
by Oldav8tor
Fri Jun 02, 2023 9:41 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: OCF Registration
Replies: 15
Views: 1612

Re: OCF Registration

Dave, Have you got a picture of how you loaded the 12 foot Uhaul trailer? Asking for a friend. Uhaul won't rent him a car hauler because his vehicle has a 3500 lb towing capacity. Also - this link goes direct to the registration page https://web.cvent.com/event/c3381909-b20f-420d-9da7-51fbda698feb/s...
by Oldav8tor
Tue May 30, 2023 2:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What are these non Model T cotter pin things called
Replies: 10
Views: 986

Re: What are these non Model T cotter pin things called

Actually, they're rather ingenious. Fokker died in 1939 so it is possible some of these found their way onto European Model T's.
by Oldav8tor
Sun May 28, 2023 3:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Roadster top irons
Replies: 4
Views: 438

Re: Roadster top irons

17 had oval sockets. They were rectangular starting with 18.
by Oldav8tor
Sun May 28, 2023 12:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Some photos of a 2 lever at the shop today
Replies: 32
Views: 2522

Re: Some photos of a 2 lever at the shop today

Am I correct the 2nd lever has to do with reverse?
by Oldav8tor
Fri May 26, 2023 9:23 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: TIMING TOOL
Replies: 13
Views: 976

Re: TIMING TOOL

New Day - great timer....just sayin' :D
by Oldav8tor
Fri May 26, 2023 9:20 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Stutzman's
Replies: 17
Views: 2347

Re: Stutzman's

I wondered.... To further hijack the thread :D I looked up Conestoga Wagon Campers. They build them up to 30 feet long and 10 feet wide with full bath and room to sleep six. There are also smaller ones but they all fall under the heading of "Glamping" or Glamor Camping. Geez! When I visited Stutzman...
by Oldav8tor
Thu May 25, 2023 6:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Stutzman's
Replies: 17
Views: 2347

Re: Stutzman's

Adam - whom are you referring to?
by Oldav8tor
Thu May 25, 2023 9:51 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Stutzman's
Replies: 17
Views: 2347

Re: Stutzman's

Not Amish, eh? I would swear that he is. He lives in the middle of an Amish community and follows the Amish way of no connection to the power grid, etc. As to telephones and credit cards, every Amish community is different, abiding by the rules set by the local bishop. When I visited Stutzman's last...
by Oldav8tor
Mon May 22, 2023 6:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Universal tire wobbel
Replies: 9
Views: 760

Re: Universal tire wobbel

I have universal T drivers that I installed in mid-2019. When I installed them I added six ounces of balance beads to each. I suspect I will be replacing them next winter and they will have at least 10,000 miles on them. I bought a pair of new rims from Australia which I'll install on the front when...
by Oldav8tor
Sun May 14, 2023 1:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: The world sometimes sucks
Replies: 23
Views: 2598

Re: The world sometimes sucks

I vote for a starter - I'll go one step farther and vote for a 12 volt WOSP geared starter from Snyders. Totally trouble free (no bendix issues) and you can use a smaller sealed AGM battey tucked away somewhere. You will have to pull the engine and install a flywheel with a ring gear and a coil ring...
by Oldav8tor
Sun May 14, 2023 1:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Driveshaft CRACK
Replies: 7
Views: 1043

Re: Driveshaft CRACK

Might also be a good time to switch to a modern pinion bearing.....
by Oldav8tor
Sun May 14, 2023 1:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Bergs Question
Replies: 4
Views: 834

Re: Bergs Question

Thanks Terry - the achille's heel of the Bergs was the filler neck. Mine has come off twice. The first time with a motometer and wings, the second with a motometer and small dogbone. Only a small, original cap seems to work. I'm trying to come up with a mod to reinforce the neck on mine....we'll see...
by Oldav8tor
Sat May 13, 2023 8:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Bergs Question
Replies: 4
Views: 834

Bergs Question

I have a Bergs "low" black radiator. It cools great. The only issue is when I've put a motometer and dogbone on it eventually the filler neck comes loose. Unlike the originals, the Bergs neck is just soldered on the tank with no reinforcement. I've been trying to design a way of installing the neck ...
by Oldav8tor
Fri May 12, 2023 11:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Who is using the Forum?
Replies: 26
Views: 1747

Re: Who is using the Forum?

Some of the users may be "bots" scanning the forum.
by Oldav8tor
Fri May 12, 2023 11:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Luray is ON
Replies: 35
Views: 2564

Re: Luray is ON

Wow! I've gotta go next year. Luray has turned into a great meet and this year they have a tour as well.
by Oldav8tor
Thu May 11, 2023 10:43 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Radiator Coolant
Replies: 7
Views: 810

Radiator Coolant

It is generally agreed (at least amongst us northerners) that a 50-50 mix of water and ethylene glycol is the optimum cooling mix - both for cooling and freeze protection and to protect against corrosion. What got me thinking is the fact that such a mixture behaves a little differently in a unpressu...
by Oldav8tor
Wed May 10, 2023 10:56 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Help-engine won't start!
Replies: 14
Views: 957

Re: Help-engine won't start!

I'd like to second the suggestion of installing one of Scott Conger's full flow float valves (assuming it's a NH). It will improve fuel flow and should end your leaking woes. It certainly made a difference in my touring.
by Oldav8tor
Fri May 05, 2023 6:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Anyone running LED Headlights?
Replies: 7
Views: 823

Re: Anyone running LED Headlights?

To build on what Keith wrote - I don't have a generator either. My Odyssey battery rides under the back seat and is kept charged by a John Regan Hot Shot charger that uses the magneto to charge the battery (AC to pulsating DC.) The LED's don't draw much current and the Hot Shot keeps the battery ful...
by Oldav8tor
Fri May 05, 2023 10:10 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Anyone running LED Headlights?
Replies: 7
Views: 823

Re: Anyone running LED Headlights?

I run 12 volt LED Headlights, tail lights, side lights. Very happy with all. My headlights are single beam and give plenty of illumination for the speeds I drive.
by Oldav8tor
Thu May 04, 2023 2:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: New Day Timer question
Replies: 15
Views: 1324

Re: New Day Timer question

I have over 5000 miles on a New Day repop by Tip Top timers - Mark Hutchinson. Make sure you use an alignment tool when you reinstall the timing cover, otherwise your brush could be off center in the cap.
by Oldav8tor
Wed May 03, 2023 10:34 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Nickel plating
Replies: 14
Views: 1605

Re: Nickel plating

A-W Custom Chrome in Eastpoint Michigan.... they told me nickel plating was a first step before chrome plating but I confess I'm not familiar with the process.