Picking a mount with handlebars seemed like the best choice at the time. The saddle was modified by KD for two left stirrups and vanadium blevins.
He was often found making good time going in the wrong direction.
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- Tue Mar 02, 2021 2:30 pm
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- Tue Mar 02, 2021 1:14 pm
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Re: 1910 in Hailey, Idaho
It looks like the whole town turned out for the excitement. The banner at the rear of the car tells the story. It looks like it might be " ... America Tour". I think the car could be a Oldsmobile. They used those "plow shear" fenders on some models and also that kind of cowl but I can't find a photo...
- Sun Feb 28, 2021 6:39 pm
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- Topic: Looking forward to being on the road.
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Re: Looking forward to being on the road.
There is a story with each one we will never know. Just tremendous.
Thanks much.
Rich
Thanks much.
Rich
- Sat Feb 27, 2021 6:24 pm
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- Topic: TT Screen Sides build
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Re: TT Screen Sides build
Nice work! That's really cool.
Rich
Rich
- Sat Feb 27, 2021 3:44 pm
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- Topic: Need Metz parts
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Re: Need Metz parts
It's good to hear from you Gene. This is a pretty diverse group. What kind of parts are you looking for? What year? Some friends got a Metz running for a lady a few years ago. It was the only one I ever played with but lots of fun. I hope you find good things here. Rich http://www.mtfca.com/discus/m...
- Fri Feb 26, 2021 6:48 pm
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- Topic: This was trucking-Old Photos
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Re: This was trucking-Old Photos
That's a good question Neil. It's not one I recognize.
Anyone?
Anyone?
- Thu Feb 25, 2021 3:54 pm
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Re: This was trucking-Old Photos
In 1912 Hercules Powder Company was formed in Wilmington, Delaware as a result of a court-ordered breakup of Du Pont. The truck is a White Model 20 around 1920, give or take.
- Tue Feb 23, 2021 2:37 pm
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Re: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
Of course they were available at Ernie's in a plain jar. Pickled.jpg As for the velocipede at the mine, it proved to be exceptional at traversing the rugged terrain between the burgh and diggings. The rear wheel track was the same as the rail gage so it traveled well there too. The "Pucker" label se...
- Tue Feb 23, 2021 1:00 pm
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Men at work. I can't see enough to identify. Maybe an Autocar or Rapid truck.
I did find this invoice though. Maybe it's for that load.
I did find this invoice though. Maybe it's for that load.
- Mon Feb 22, 2021 1:38 pm
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Clarablnkle sent this over from the album. She thought that might be Arllie.
- Mon Feb 22, 2021 12:15 pm
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Hooey Knudson raised ferrets under the old Bernstein place for a while. KDminex2x.jpg Here he is shown minding his "P"s and "Q"s. He was a miner until he reached the age of 21. Some may know that it was dark deep down in the mine and the workers adapted carbide burners to their helmets. Arllie, at o...
- Sun Feb 21, 2021 5:18 pm
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Re: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
Precisely Rich. And that may explain the photo on their trip Home.
Did I mention the barrels of ferrets they packed with them?- Sat Feb 20, 2021 7:08 pm
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As Ma Pucker told it, Cuthbert and KD were summoned to Washington D. C. to help with the Fenugreek strike in '03. Teddy knew the pair had averted certain disaster during the Nutmeg Incident and had a certain set of skills few others processed. KDTedy.jpg Many citizens naturally mistook KD for the Pr...
- Sat Feb 20, 2021 5:59 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: 1925 Model T Ford scale model running
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- Fri Feb 19, 2021 2:02 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: glass
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Re: glass
My local glass shop cuts them round out of window glass. They do it very cheerfully when I drive there with my T.
Rich
Rich
- Fri Feb 19, 2021 1:55 pm
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Re: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
I'm pretty sure KD took that picture. I see his Racabout wheel behind the truck and the lens smear looks like his. Sparley Fergler is the one in the bib overalls and hat. He did cook but used steam. Northwestern Electric filtered their currants through a status #3 kastromomulator of Kalamyti Dick's ...
- Fri Feb 19, 2021 1:45 pm
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Re: Meanwhile in Montana
I agree that the body is probably made of wood. There were some great craftsmen that went from making the early horse drawn coaches to the auto trade. The Tulip and Rois des Belges bodies were magnificent. I couldn't find any good photos on the net of the wood. Here is an ad. Interesting access to r...
- Fri Feb 19, 2021 12:25 pm
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- Topic: Lost My Mind - Bought a Flanders 20 (Model T Competitor)
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Re: Lost My Mind - Bought a Flanders 20 (Model T Competitor)
Great work Mark. Along with the progress and details I have been enjoying those tubular supports running parallel to the frame rails. They and their pivot posts sprouting from them and connections are such an unexpected treat to see. Getting a glimpse of other makes of that era only enhances the Mod...
- Fri Feb 19, 2021 12:11 pm
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- Topic: Gasoline Oder
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Re: Gasoline Oder
I hope you solve the problem. There is a limit to the amount of smell that is enjoyable. "All things in moderation". I've always enjoyed the hint of gasoline on my fingers at meals while touring but our coupe tank leak became overwhelming.
Rich
Rich
- Fri Feb 19, 2021 12:02 pm
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- Topic: Foto of the Day
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Re: Foto of the Day
We had our minds on other things at the time. It was our 6th or 7th day of touring. We had crossed Beartooth pass a couple of days earlier and left a Studebaker broken down about 800 miles back. This Touring was in the same field. Perhaps a '23 Buick? Tourringg.jpg It was Ironic to find a T that com...
- Fri Feb 19, 2021 11:34 am
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- Topic: Top saddles
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Re: Top saddles
I have always seen them to the rear. Logic and safety would support that. They could snag passing branches etc.
- Fri Feb 19, 2021 10:52 am
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Re: This was trucking-Old Photos
This is a 1911 ad.
- Fri Feb 19, 2021 10:48 am
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Re: This was trucking-Old Photos
I think you are right about the Packard. The radiator is distinctive and they did use that embossed pattern on their hoods. The fellows lack enthusiasm "Get in there so we can take a picture".
I like it.
Rich
I like it.
Rich
- Thu Feb 18, 2021 5:55 pm
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Re: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
That appears to be a demonstration of Buff Orpington's contrivance the "Hip-o-pot-o-mess". Originally, a chamber pot for youngsters and later a wheel cover for the Gangglemobile.
This is pretty much what Ma Pucker thought of it.
This is pretty much what Ma Pucker thought of it.
- Thu Feb 18, 2021 3:44 pm
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- Topic: Meanwhile in Montana
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Re: Meanwhile in Montana
Apparently a favorite make.
- Thu Feb 18, 2021 2:35 pm
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I believe it is a Pope-Toledo. It might be as early as 1905.
This one is on https://www.conceptcarz.com/z25249/pope ... pe-iv.aspx Rich
This one is on https://www.conceptcarz.com/z25249/pope ... pe-iv.aspx Rich
- Thu Feb 18, 2021 2:30 pm
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- Topic: Foto of the Day
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Re: Foto of the Day
This would have been 1988. I had finished my '15 roadster and was deep into the Bus project. We didn't find the owner. He had a Franklin in the shed and a couple other cars around.
Rich
The cars is gone now but might have been a great one to pick up.Rich
- Thu Feb 18, 2021 1:18 pm
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- Topic: 'Sno fun !
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Re: 'Sno fun !
WOW! That's good. There's not much to identify there.
I saw this one the other day.
I saw this one the other day.
- Thu Feb 18, 2021 1:06 pm
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I might add that the Motorcycle Sidecar Piano as well as the Hat Pin collection are scheduled to be on display at the Institute Homecoming Celebration this Summer. Guests are welcome to pose nude after 10:30 PM for photos. Case.jpg That is on the sidecar, not the Hat Pin collection. A medley of Duke...
- Wed Feb 17, 2021 5:08 pm
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Ya, the note said something about a Holmes wrecker or a home wrecker. The handwriting was a bit fuzzy. Elvis's tour of duty was interrupted by bouts of silly walking. At first it was considered a hindrance but soon discovered that it affected the enemies aim by causing giggling. Other troops adopted...
- Wed Feb 17, 2021 12:57 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Revisiting some fabrication
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Re: Revisiting some fabrication
With the recent Speedster posts I though it might be good to post my version of the "Wheeler" muffler. Muphler2.jpg The ad gives the basic dimensions. I cut grooves inside the end plates for a 6" and a 4 1/2" shell. The design is like the original Ford muffler except for the open end with a butterfl...
- Wed Feb 17, 2021 12:20 pm
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- Topic: Fitting for today
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Re: Fitting for today
Open cars in the Winter make perfect sense. No need to scrape or defog extra windows and perfect vision with no blind spots. A good hat will reduce that ice cream freeze between your eyes.
Rich
PS, great photos.
Rich
PS, great photos.
- Wed Feb 17, 2021 11:24 am
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Re: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
Two houses down from the Puckers and just North of the Frizzle bungalow were the Pelvingtons. Zeke often pecked seeds from their vegetable garden.
Marvis is the one who sold chances on the flitching stand.- Tue Feb 16, 2021 3:29 pm
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- Topic: Paintings that aren't Model Ts
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Re: Paintings that aren't Model Ts
Thanks John. A copy of that letter was forwarded to me from the White Motor Company when I was researching my vehicles. I wish I had copies of the six pictures they talked about. I posted a number of the White truck photos they sent me in the "This was Trucking" thread.
Thanks for thinking of me.
Rich
Thanks for thinking of me.
Rich
- Tue Feb 16, 2021 2:34 pm
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- Topic: Paintings that aren't Model Ts
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Re: Paintings that aren't Model Ts
Good ole' Johnny Cash! T's are a good size. I would have some big cars if I had the room and money. The YPC Bus is as big or bigger that some of them and I enjoy it for what it is. The contrast between them gives me a better appreciation for each. I often paint cars I would love to have and that is ...
- Tue Feb 16, 2021 2:22 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Donnie Brown, Build.
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Re: Donnie Brown, Build.
Thanks for mentioning my Speedster John. Rather that repeating photos of it I will offer these posts of it as well as some others previously shown. Thanks Rich http://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/506218/555236.html?1436755355 http://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/506218/555075.html?1437231066 http:/...
- Tue Feb 16, 2021 1:06 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Fun in the snow
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Re: Fun in the snow
We haven't had much snow accumulation this year. The last couple days gave us enough to make tracks in on our way to breakfast today.
Parking between trees has helped some too.
Rich
Nothing interesting or unusual to report though.Parking between trees has helped some too.
Rich
- Mon Feb 15, 2021 5:46 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Yesterday's trash is today's treasure
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Re: Yesterday's trash is today's treasure
Those old movies are a large part of why I became interested in old cars and particularly the Model T. I try to treat them better than shown in those clips but wonder if I would have caught the bug without them.
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Rich
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Rich
- Mon Feb 15, 2021 5:40 pm
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- Topic: Paintings that aren't Model Ts
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Re: Paintings that aren't Model Ts
I have been working on this one for a week and a half. I kind of like it.
Rich
I won't ever own a Cadillac and wouldn't paint one this color but it was fun to capture on canvas.Rich
- Mon Feb 15, 2021 1:28 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: hudco hogs head
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Re: hudco hogs head
I've never seen one. I'm not sure how many of us have. They are a delight to know about.
http://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/80257/116389.html
http://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/70 ... 1495367852
Rich
http://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/80257/116389.html
http://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/70 ... 1495367852
Rich
- Sun Feb 14, 2021 1:28 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Kids and cars
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Re: Kids and cars
Each one is a delight.
Thanks again!
Rich
Thanks again!
Rich
- Sun Feb 14, 2021 1:06 pm
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- Topic: This was trucking-Old Photos
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Re: This was trucking-Old Photos
Great picture Herb. Rapid Motor Vehicle Company was founded in 1902. They were acquired by General Motors in 1909.
- Sun Feb 14, 2021 12:58 pm
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Re: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
Herb suggested this photo of Elmo and Zeke. It was apparently prior to the 40%. Cuthbert had found a shortcut to the United Kingdom thru Meeteetse which cut off several miles and eliminated having to cross the ocean. This left Elmo more time to catch up on the homework. Zeke.jpg Ernie transferred th...
- Sat Feb 13, 2021 6:42 pm
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That's true. Here is the C&N schedule as well as the menu for the Pucker House posted on the ticket window at the Bungleside Station. Cliff's brother John also wrangled tickets and lip balm Mondays thru Friday noon. Demelza filled in when Clyburn couldn't be there. Stationx.jpg Sandwiches were sent ...
- Sat Feb 13, 2021 5:31 pm
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- Topic: One man top side curtains
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Re: One man top side curtains
This has some info.
http://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/80 ... 1258043640
Also, Mark Strange had this illustration. http://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/41 ... 1391372093
http://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/80 ... 1258043640
Also, Mark Strange had this illustration. http://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/41 ... 1391372093
- Sat Feb 13, 2021 4:23 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Valley floor
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- Views: 1938
Re: Valley floor
Thanks Mark. I had no idea. I guess I've led a sheltered life.
Rich
Rich
- Sat Feb 13, 2021 12:49 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Carburetor to manifold gasket material
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Re: Carburetor to manifold gasket material
I have used a variety of gasket materials there over the years and all have worked well.
Rich
Rich
- Sat Feb 13, 2021 12:47 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Speedster or not ?
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Re: Speedster or not ?
What fun it must have been. Two things I noticed, the front radius rod seems to go under the axle and the brake rod seems to be missing. Although the seat looks big to me the rear door post looks like a '09 or '10 T Touring.
The air pressure is probably just right for sand.
Cool Pic!
Rich
The air pressure is probably just right for sand.
Cool Pic!
Rich
- Sat Feb 13, 2021 12:34 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Valley floor
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- Views: 1938
Re: Valley floor
They look very relaxed enjoying their vacation. I enjoy seeing the portable gramophone and what looks like a lady diving on the Touring radiator. Also the large wind wings look great. The coupe far in the background at left suggests to me it could be 1929 or '30.
Thanks
Rich
Thanks
Rich
- Sat Feb 13, 2021 12:23 pm
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Re: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
Those were interesting times. Cuthbert made a mean sandwich and Kalamyti Dick enjoyed them even with a sore noggin. The Fosslell brothers were digging camel bones and Slug Spadaford was still tying Rattlesnakes in square knots. Martha Finsternickle had sold over a dozen copies of her new book on Vol...
- Fri Feb 12, 2021 5:09 pm
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- Fri Feb 12, 2021 12:52 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Running Board Cans
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Re: Running Board Cans
Michael Pawelek posted this photo on Jan. 11, 2008.
http://mtfca.com/discus/messages/29/450 ... 1200331300 I hope this helps.
http://mtfca.com/discus/messages/29/450 ... 1200331300 I hope this helps.
- Thu Feb 11, 2021 1:17 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: !924 Wildland fire fighting vehicle with pumps and hoses from Washington State Archives.
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Re: !924 Wildland fire fighting vehicle with pumps and hoses from Washington State Archives.
That's a great photo. The pumps are cute.
I think that is a 1923 Touring with a low hood and cowl.
Rich
I think that is a 1923 Touring with a low hood and cowl.
Rich
- Wed Feb 10, 2021 5:31 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Unknown Part - 1924
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- Views: 2581
Re: Unknown Part - 1924
How about a windshield stanchion screw (to dash) and a bar to hold it? The lower screw would use a nut but the upper is difficult to put a nut on.
- Wed Feb 10, 2021 1:33 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Tag On Seat Frame
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- Views: 1120
- Tue Feb 09, 2021 6:00 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
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Re: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
Sprinkled in amongst the stale jokes were some limericks that took root and sprouted into trees. They provided nice shade according to Ambrose Sawyer, Forman of the silo carpenter team. Silo.jpg Seen here is work on the Vulcan Smerd silo. 10 cubits provided ample clearance and became standard on the...
- Mon Feb 08, 2021 5:33 pm
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Re: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
That is interesting Perry. Originally, the silo wasn't intended to launch but an accident. A surplus of hotcadutinary leaked under it and static electricity from the yard arm provoke an eruption.
Bobby Gantry wrote two songs about the event, one predated the actual mishap.
Bobby Gantry wrote two songs about the event, one predated the actual mishap.
- Mon Feb 08, 2021 5:22 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Stop light
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- Views: 1336
Re: Stop light
I suspect it was made for the 1924 to '27 tail light although I don't have one handy to measure.
https://www.mtfca.com/wp-content/upload ... tl13-1.jpg
Rich
Do you want to sell it?
https://www.mtfca.com/wp-content/upload ... tl13-1.jpg
Rich
Do you want to sell it?
- Mon Feb 08, 2021 1:04 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: ID car ?
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- Views: 2602
Re: ID car ?
Hey Ron, I think you nailed it.
Great job.
It is a delightful pose and cowl.
Rich
Great job.
It is a delightful pose and cowl.
Rich
- Mon Feb 08, 2021 12:35 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Winter drive today
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- Views: 2116
Re: Winter drive today
Good for you guys. That a great way to survive the Winter.
Rich
Rich
- Mon Feb 08, 2021 12:29 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
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Re: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
Heinrich did find this photo covering a hole in the dressing room wall. We think it's the old Mendlefrogg site just West. Alemmm.jpg Mushroom gas fortified with pluribus unum and a touch of vanilla was used successfully in July and August. The barnacles turned a bit lavender after each launch. It di...
- Sun Feb 07, 2021 4:48 pm
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- Topic: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
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Re: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
Calvin Simpples rented a place from the Mulberry's just around the bend from that spot. Merlin Von Ursidae claimed the kaphistulator had too little gabardine to lift any vessel so KD kept much of it under his hat. Hence the lack of photos. Evenings on the bridge were a welcome relief after waxing th...
- Sun Feb 07, 2021 2:36 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Correct 1924 Cowl Fasteners
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- Views: 1589
Re: Correct 1924 Cowl Fasteners
Yes, the upper are carriage bolts too. I couldn't measure the heads but they are not the extra small ones like on fenders or coil boxes. The nuts are slightly bigger than 1/2 with the rust on them. Getting a standard 1/2 open end wrench would be tight. The bolts are 5/16". This is a '24 Tudor but th...
- Sun Feb 07, 2021 12:26 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Kids with cars
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- Views: 876
Re: Kids with cars
PRICELESS !!!
- Sun Feb 07, 2021 12:23 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Correct 1924 Cowl Fasteners
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Re: Correct 1924 Cowl Fasteners
I believe these are untouched since the factory.
Rich- Sat Feb 06, 2021 1:24 pm
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- Topic: This was trucking-Old Photos
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Re: This was trucking-Old Photos
These are some more White Trucks. White Motor Co. sent it to me. It is taken in the northern part of the Park perhaps near Gardner.
Rich
These were used to take supplies to the hotels and other facilities. It was maybe 1918 plus or minus a year or two.Rich
- Fri Feb 05, 2021 7:07 pm
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- Topic: This was trucking-Old Photos
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Re: This was trucking-Old Photos
Half-Sole tires? This is a Jan 1920s ad. HlfSld.jpg It's a bright paint job and a delightful setting. There are two Gates half sloe items on ebay right now. A similar ad and a post card showing a roof garden atop one of the factory buildings where "workers of all ranks" could enjoy "recreation and r...
- Fri Feb 05, 2021 4:42 pm
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- Topic: This was trucking-Old Photos
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Re: This was trucking-Old Photos
Yes, That is a White radiator. White sold primarily a chassis. Bodies were up to the user and several firms made them. This is a very unusual one. The mining must have been pretty good to afford a nice bus like that in 1924.
- Fri Feb 05, 2021 1:00 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Saw this 19xx, virtually
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1643
Re: Saw this 19xx, virtually
There are at least that much worth of parts there. It will be interesting to see what the bids are.
Rich
Rich
- Fri Feb 05, 2021 12:51 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Speedster project turns 102 years old today, born Feb., 4, 1919
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Re: Speedster project turns 102 years old today, born Feb., 4, 1919
I'm sure most will recognize my Yellow Speedster. Here it is with rear seats and the Kids in Moab.
- Thu Feb 04, 2021 12:19 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Speedster project turns 102 years old today, born Feb., 4, 1919
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Re: Speedster project turns 102 years old today, born Feb., 4, 1919
That's a great looking car. It must be a lot of fun. My Speedster is a February car too. 1920 though. I built it in 1966 originally so it has been a Speedster longer (55yrs.) than it was a touring car (46yrs.). I too tried to make it as period correct as possible. There is a lot of satisfaction in t...
- Thu Feb 04, 2021 12:09 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Model T # 714
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- Views: 2879
Re: Model T # 714
It's great to see that photo Pete. I was very fond of your family and cars on the brief moments I was around them. This is #714 I believe when it was displayed at the LA Co. Museum. It was the early '80s when I took these. They had some big murals behind the cars then. Red09b.jpg Red09a.jpg You can ...
- Wed Feb 03, 2021 3:50 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Speedsters
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- Views: 31610
Re: Speedsters
Beautiful! There aren't many Speedster Pickups. Multi tasking?
Great
Thanks Rich
Great
Thanks Rich
- Wed Feb 03, 2021 2:28 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: This is what takes so long
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- Views: 3390
Re: This is what takes so long
Thanks for taking the time to share it with us. I don't know where else we would see some of these things.
Rich
Rich
- Wed Feb 03, 2021 2:11 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Verify hardware size for a 12
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- Views: 1101
Re: Verify hardware size for a 12
Here is a little about early ones:
http://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/50 ... 1446921280
I hope someone has more.
Rich
http://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/50 ... 1446921280
I hope someone has more.
Rich
- Wed Feb 03, 2021 1:59 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: This was trucking-Old Photos
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Re: This was trucking-Old Photos
"The Four Wheel Drive Auto Company, more often known as Four Wheel Drive (FWD)". The license plate is most likely a 1918.
It resembles this ad.
It resembles this ad.
- Wed Feb 03, 2021 11:45 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: May need pedal extensions
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- Views: 2262
Re: May need pedal extensions
One of my biggest thrills in life was at that age sitting on a leather seat and holding a wood steering wheel. I try to pass on the experience any chance I get. I'm guessing the occasion was to photograph the new 1914 T.
Great pic!
Rich
Great pic!
Rich
- Wed Feb 03, 2021 11:40 am
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
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Re: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
The amount of butter under the bridge was margarinable compared to the price of bagels in Kemmerer. Puckers or not, Cuthbert knew which side to spread it on.
- Tue Feb 02, 2021 7:03 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
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Re: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
And isn't it fortunate, Perry, there were enough parakeet's on hand to gobble up those beans after KD spilt them? It certainly would have been a mess by Thursday.
Many claim that is was Col. Larkvonnet who gave KD the "High Hat" in the Ballroom.
"Two mushroom moss sandwiches"? Really?
Many claim that is was Col. Larkvonnet who gave KD the "High Hat" in the Ballroom.
"Two mushroom moss sandwiches"? Really?
- Tue Feb 02, 2021 4:14 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Polish, De-ding Brass Windshield Frame?
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Re: Polish, De-ding Brass Windshield Frame?
As far as removing the dents a tapered mandrel with a slot for the glass channel could be pushed down and light taping around the dent while pushing the mandrel would take care of the sides of the channel. On the main or center portion where you can't get a mandrel in a piece of brass rod could be s...
- Tue Feb 02, 2021 2:22 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
- Replies: 4136
- Views: 843727
Re: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
I'm often asked that question Herb. Thanks for bringing it up. KDConsetc.jpg Here we see him arriving to pick up a load of conjectures at the rear of the plant. Wearing his taller topper or "thinking cap" as he called it did help him meditate while waiting. The millworks kept busy rewiring multitude...
- Tue Feb 02, 2021 12:59 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Foto of the Day
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- Views: 172380
Re: Foto of the Day
How quick we forget the beauty in the body wood we cover up.
Take pictures as you go. Many have shared pictures of their projects here. The raw and finished wood can be spectacular.- Tue Feb 02, 2021 12:09 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Guy Making His Own Sheet Metal for His 1913 Touring Car
- Replies: 5
- Views: 2029
Re: Guy Making His Own Sheet Metal for His 1913 Touring Car
Thanks Mark. He is to be commended for sharing his work.
Rich
Rich
- Mon Feb 01, 2021 3:41 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: Paintings that aren't Model Ts
- Replies: 200
- Views: 57234
Re: Paintings that aren't Model Ts
It's been a good Winter for painting. Joy remembered a car with a ship on the dashboard. That allowed me to by a junker Plymouth for a time. Plymoth2.jpg This one is a 1936 as far as I know. The setting was inspired by Shane Lach's wonderful garage where he built his Model T Special. I was fascinate...
- Sun Jan 31, 2021 7:41 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Anyone seen one of these?
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2167
Re: Anyone seen one of these?
The style and colors are absolutely delightful.
Thanks for the opportunity to see them.
Rich
Thanks for the opportunity to see them.
Rich
- Sun Jan 31, 2021 7:25 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
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Re: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
That is a particularly touching photo of Ma Pucker waiting on the bleachers for the match to start. (Lower Left of photo above) MaP.jpg She reads to Fricklick and Joleapin from the Gattling Bros. Fairytales. They had bet heavily on the Mosssquirels from Worland. It was a cool day and rained during t...
- Sun Jan 31, 2021 3:04 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Fix your car, Mister ?
- Replies: 14
- Views: 3074
Re: Fix your car, Mister ?
I found these doing a bit more digging.
They seemed to be doing quite well.- Sun Jan 31, 2021 2:04 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Fix your car, Mister ?
- Replies: 14
- Views: 3074
Re: Fix your car, Mister ?
As far as WWI was concerned, I did find this notice concerning hour restrictions which mentioned Moscow and the Albright Garage.
Rich
It adds some perspective of that time.Rich
- Sat Jan 30, 2021 6:37 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Top Bow Tie Down?
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1337
Re: Top Bow Tie Down?
I think this shows it clearly.
I'm not sure why it is two pieces.- Sat Jan 30, 2021 6:31 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
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Re: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
Barnacle Stroganoff at this banquet. puckers.jpg Part of the by-out agreement was that Dalkins had a free pass anytime he wished on the C&N. He often rode it to the Meal House solely for one of Ma's meals. One Pythagorians New Years he had to ride on the feedwater dome. Emily Fradercaster wrote abou...
- Sat Jan 30, 2021 6:03 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: New Langs catalog came today
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- Views: 4494
Re: New Langs catalog came today
It's more than just a catalog now. With the Martynn Vowell illustrations and great photos it shows how many of the assemblies go together. The differences in parts for different years is better shown now I think. A good reference for any T owner.
Rich
Rich
- Fri Jan 29, 2021 7:03 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Fix your car, Mister ?
- Replies: 14
- Views: 3074
Re: Fix your car, Mister ?
Gritmn.jpg I thought you might enjoy this Rich. "Dr. Charles Gritman purchased the McGregor House Hotel, located at 7th and Main Streets in Moscow, and converted it into his hospital. Seen in this historic photo are his staff and famous horse carriage which he used to make rural house calls." I gue...
- Fri Jan 29, 2021 4:23 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: 1907 Model R
- Replies: 34
- Views: 4189
Re: 1907 Model R
Danny, Thanks so much for sharing the pictures. They are terrific.
I really enjoyed them.
Rich
I really enjoyed them.
Rich
- Thu Jan 28, 2021 2:22 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Fix your car, Mister ?
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Re: Fix your car, Mister ?
We can almost wall into these old garage photos. There is so much to puzzle over. I want the second car to be a Buick.
Thanks for the fun of seeing this.
Rich
Thanks for the fun of seeing this.
Rich
- Thu Jan 28, 2021 2:09 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
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Re: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
"Ice Box" Pucker was best man at their wedding. Horace selected him as he was the next eldest of the other seven. IcBxx.jpg Named Ivan at birth the nickname "Ice Box" was given due to his body temperature of 89.5°F. He shared a bed with Stu and Andy who managed to steal the covers. His metabolism ad...
- Wed Jan 27, 2021 3:23 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Motometer Glo-Light what size would it fit
- Replies: 8
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Re: Motometer Glo-Light what size would it fit
That's good to know Bill. Some collectors are calling the Midget motometers Juniors now. It pays to be carefull.
Rich
Rich
- Wed Jan 27, 2021 12:36 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Motometer Glo-Light what size would it fit
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- Views: 1634
Re: Motometer Glo-Light what size would it fit
The two sizes I know of are the Junior and Senior. They are approx. 2 1/4" and 3" diameters. I would say your cover is for the Senior size.
Rich
Rich
- Tue Jan 26, 2021 4:24 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: Lost My Mind - Bought a Flanders 20 (Model T Competitor)
- Replies: 156
- Views: 25819
Re: Lost My Mind - Bought a Flanders 20 (Model T Competitor)
Strange carburetor Mark.
I 'm glad to see the progress. That's what I should be doing.
Rich
I 'm glad to see the progress. That's what I should be doing.
Rich
- Mon Jan 25, 2021 7:11 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum
- Topic: Help Please - Switch Assembly Assistance - Clum (?) type
- Replies: 13
- Views: 2692
Re: Help Please - Switch Assembly Assistance - Clum (?) type
If it is any help, here are some pics I saved while looking.
Lots of variations.- Mon Jan 25, 2021 4:40 pm
- Forum: OT - Off topic
- Topic: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
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Re: OT - Adventures of Kalamity Dick - Fact or Fiction?
His levitational prowess was always a toss up. Spectators never knew if he would fly or fall flat on his face. For that reason he wore a nose piece that looked like a beak. If you look closely you can see it under his sleeve.