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by Matt in California
Wed Nov 02, 2022 9:50 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Street scene Albuquerque NM
Replies: 6
Views: 1168

Re: Street scene Albuquerque NM

Tbird wrote:
Mon Oct 31, 2022 1:45 pm
I grew up in the Duke City, just came across this old photo of a horse drawn wagon "Bryant Co." some Model T's ...
I am not sure if those cars survived, but I am sure that the horse is a live!
by Matt in California
Tue Nov 01, 2022 12:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: My T is a Halloween candy dispenser when cranked.
Replies: 2
Views: 751

Re: My T is a Halloween candy dispenser when cranked.

Old and young really had fun with the candy dispenser. Many thought cranking it actually had something to do with the candy coming out :D Of course it was me tossing candy down the tube. One father was telling his kids about how cars were so much better back then, “You just had to crank them up.” He...
by Matt in California
Mon Oct 31, 2022 9:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: My T is a Halloween candy dispenser when cranked.
Replies: 2
Views: 751

My T is a Halloween candy dispenser when cranked.

I added a tube to send candy down and I tell the kids to crank it :-)
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(I had to cover the numbers on the license plate. I was afraid that someone might rob a bank with a model T and use my license numbers! ;) )
by Matt in California
Sun Oct 30, 2022 5:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Where to buy extra large head carriage bolt
Replies: 14
Views: 1472

Re: Where to buy extra large head carriage bolt

Wow I appreciate all the offers for help! I started at Ace Hardware and asked the staff a while back and they said they didn’t have those. I recently met the “bolt guy” that actually stocks the bolts for all the stores he also confirmed that they don’t carry it. The guy actually mentioned that I cou...
by Matt in California
Sun Oct 30, 2022 12:01 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Where to buy extra large head carriage bolt
Replies: 14
Views: 1472

Where to buy extra large head carriage bolt

I am working on my Martin Perry project. It is missing a few of these. Anyone have a suggestion where I can find a replacement?
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Thanks!

Matt
by Matt in California
Fri Oct 28, 2022 1:08 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: R V Andersons’s businesses
Replies: 33
Views: 4779

Re: R V Andersons’s businesses

Email sent
by Matt in California
Sun Oct 23, 2022 2:29 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Run engine stand that rotates- want to see what you have before I build mine
Replies: 23
Views: 3290

Re: Run engine stand that rotates- want to see what you have before I build mine

I appreciate everyone’s feedback. Charlie, I agree that an engine stand that attaches to the block and holds it vertically is ideal for assembling an engine. The idea here is a run engine stand that rotates. I was wanting to build a run engine stand that is versatile. Mike that sounds like a good id...
by Matt in California
Sun Oct 16, 2022 10:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Run engine stand that rotates- want to see what you have before I build mine
Replies: 23
Views: 3290

Re: Run engine stand that rotates- want to see what you have before I build mine

Thanks for all the photos and suggestions! Here is an update on my progress. I did attempt to find a way to make the engine more balanced, but decided to just keep it simple. EF49A060-2A78-499F-A375-22D072515309.jpeg Easy to invert the engine. 36D3B101-FABB-4074-8D46-71ABDB04EA7B.jpeg Hand crank mec...
by Matt in California
Sun Sep 25, 2022 1:43 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: A clutch question. Forgive me if this sounds stupid
Replies: 3
Views: 899

Re: A clutch question. Forgive me if this sounds stupid

Iúdaí
Well, I would say the hand brake does exactly what you are looking for.
1. Pull it all the way back for brake.
2. Halfway is neutral. In neutral you can press clutch for low gear.
3. Push forward for high gear (or neutral or low gear depending on where you push the pedal.

Matt
by Matt in California
Sat Sep 24, 2022 11:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Run engine stand that rotates- want to see what you have before I build mine
Replies: 23
Views: 3290

Re: Run engine stand that rotates- want to see what you have before I build mine

I appreciate everyone comments. I can see the advantages of using an engine stand modified for a Model T. I can also see how a nice run stand is useful if a car is not available to test the engine. My main purpose for this engine stand would be when I find a spare engine that hasn’t been ran for a l...
by Matt in California
Thu Sep 22, 2022 2:39 am
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: Queen Elizabeth my T and her the mechanic!
Replies: 3
Views: 942

Queen Elizabeth my T and her the mechanic!

With the queen’s passing I found that her birthdate was April 21st, 1926. My cars engine is from April 15! If I understand things the car would’ve been built shortly after the engine was stamped. So for all practical purposes my car shares the same birthday with the queen. Then today I discovered th...
by Matt in California
Sat Sep 17, 2022 11:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Run engine stand that rotates- want to see what you have before I build mine
Replies: 23
Views: 3290

Re: Run engine stand that rotates- want to see what you have before I build mine

Hi Matt, Interesting idea. Scott is correct 3/4 of the weight of a T engine is above the center line of the crank so if that is the pivot point it will want to flip head down so there will need to be some way to control the rotation. I have seen something like that in picture at the assembly plant?...
by Matt in California
Sat Sep 17, 2022 3:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Run engine stand that rotates- want to see what you have before I build mine
Replies: 23
Views: 3290

Re: Run engine stand that rotates- want to see what you have before I build mine

How would you use the radiator with the engine upside down and how would the gravity oil and fuel work. You could only do adjustments by rotating the engine, but it could only be run with it right side up. So the one in the picture looks like it would be fine for running the engine. Norm Norm to an...
by Matt in California
Sat Sep 17, 2022 11:54 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Run engine stand that rotates- want to see what you have before I build mine
Replies: 23
Views: 3290

Run engine stand that rotates- want to see what you have before I build mine

I have an idea for building a run engine stand that would rotate around the front engine mount using a old engine frame. This would not be ideal for pan/transmission alignment, but more of top and bottom end engine work. Here are the design requirements I have in mind: Radiator can be mounted - so i...
by Matt in California
Sat Jul 09, 2022 5:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Last Model TT serial number/date
Replies: 9
Views: 1564

Re: Last Model TT serial number/date

Making some basic observations... According to the Ford production numbers: https://www.mtfca.com/encyclo/fdprod.htm 325,390 Model Ts were made in 1927 74,335 Model TT were made 1927 calendar year. 399,725 total Model T (and TTs) were made 1927 calendar year. According to the recorded serial numbers...
by Matt in California
Fri Jul 08, 2022 8:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Last Model TT serial number/date
Replies: 9
Views: 1564

Re: Last Model TT serial number/date

Bryant wrote:
Fri Jul 08, 2022 3:05 pm
So is there someone somewhere out there that has a stamped frame number over 15 million? Speak now or forever hold your peace….
Looking forward to someone stepping forward!
by Matt in California
Fri Jul 08, 2022 3:48 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Last Model TT serial number/date
Replies: 9
Views: 1564

Re: Last Model TT serial number/date

Good to hear the responses. There seems to be agreement that truck production continued beyond the car production and accounts for a good number of the 70k engines beyond 15 million. Maybe I should ask another way. What is the highest known production stamped frame? (This avoids the question of if a...
by Matt in California
Wed Jul 06, 2022 1:48 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Last Model TT serial number/date
Replies: 9
Views: 1564

Last Model TT serial number/date

A friend mentioned today that Ton Trucks were produced after the last T cars. In researching it seems that there is mentioned that TT did not end until AA started. It seems that AA didn't start until December 1927. That would mean there were TT's with serial a number 15,068,957+... Anyone have recor...
by Matt in California
Fri Jun 24, 2022 8:50 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 20 horsepower !
Replies: 21
Views: 2425

Re: 20 horsepower !

I read the mules move a 30 ton load. They made a round trip (160 miles x 2 = 320miles) in 20 days. Or 16 miles a day. If the moved for 8 hours that would be 2 mph. (Also doing a bit more research I found this; https://scvhistory.com/scvhistory/borax1799.htm. Basically it mentions starting at sunrise...
by Matt in California
Thu Jun 16, 2022 1:14 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Ruckstell Foot shifter
Replies: 28
Views: 3442

Re: Ruckstell Foot shifter

Here is the setup that Don’s dad built. 83042BF1-0064-4B22-BCE6-C96166D5303B.jpeg As you can see the pedals are higher and wider spaced. FB1C0C42-920A-4639-AF6C-17C8154DDA13.jpeg You can see I connected it differently. The designer seemed to take in account the concerns that were brought up here wit...
by Matt in California
Thu Jun 16, 2022 1:05 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Ruckstell Foot shifter
Replies: 28
Views: 3442

Re: Ruckstell Foot shifter

Seeing it installed, thinking maybe, wondering if the pedals will be high enough where they stick out of the floor? By time you take up any play in the clevis ends, bowing in the rod between, both pulling and pushing, you might run out of needed travel by time you reach the floorboards. If you are ...
by Matt in California
Tue Jun 14, 2022 2:45 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Ruckstell Foot shifter
Replies: 28
Views: 3442

Re: Ruckstell Foot shifter

I appreciate your comments. I recently added the Ruckstell when I tore down the car last fall. I had it on the road for the last month with no shifter. This is my first experience with a Ruckstell. The pedal does work, but I am inexperienced in how to shift a Ruckstell. Some times I get the timing j...
by Matt in California
Sat Jun 11, 2022 5:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Ruckstell Foot shifter
Replies: 28
Views: 3442

Re: Ruckstell Foot shifter

Installed
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by Matt in California
Sat Jun 11, 2022 5:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Ruckstell Foot shifter
Replies: 28
Views: 3442

Re: Ruckstell Foot shifter

Finished Bracket.

All hack saw and file plus a weld.
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by Matt in California
Sat Jun 11, 2022 3:42 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Ruckstell Foot shifter
Replies: 28
Views: 3442

Re: Ruckstell Foot shifter

Course filing:
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Fine filing:
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More cutting:
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Test fit:
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by Matt in California
Sat Jun 11, 2022 3:33 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Ruckstell Foot shifter
Replies: 28
Views: 3442

Re: Ruckstell Foot shifter

Wayne, You are correct this application requires more force and could be a issue with the casting. Kieth, You make some good points. No mater what a model T with Ruckstell can keep the arms and legs busy. I am locating this on the left side of the forth main. Your point about a straight rod is true....
by Matt in California
Fri Jun 10, 2022 1:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Ruckstell Foot shifter
Replies: 28
Views: 3442

Re: Ruckstell Foot shifter

I like the idea that I can use my hands for the throttle in my right foot on the shift. So I’m moving forward. I understand the concern if there is enough movement. I measured less than an inch of movement on the Ruckstell shifter. The foot pedal seems to have twice that. Here is the first progress ...
by Matt in California
Wed Jun 08, 2022 12:41 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Ruckstell Foot shifter
Replies: 28
Views: 3442

Ruckstell Foot shifter

I added a Ruckstell, but haven’t added a shifter. I heard of people who used Model AA shifter to shift a Ruckstell. The only thing I could find in the forum is this thread from 2010: http://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/118802/133160.html?1270097310 Today I got this from a friend: 70EDCA33-5103-4AFA...
by Matt in California
Thu Jun 02, 2022 4:44 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: FS: 1915 When you license plate and registration tag matching
Replies: 7
Views: 1346

Re: FS: 1915 When you license plate and registration tag matching

FYI: The numbers on this plate are not available with the California DMV.
by Matt in California
Thu Jun 02, 2022 12:41 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: FS: 1915 When you license plate and registration tag matching
Replies: 7
Views: 1346

FS: 1915 When you license plate and registration tag matching

Helping a friend sell this amazing set of plates with a matching registration tag! $750. Plus shipping
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Yeah I know you’re probably like my wife thinking who would want some old 107 year old expired registration.
by Matt in California
Mon May 30, 2022 7:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Whatizit? Brass top ignition coil.
Replies: 8
Views: 1605

Re: Whatizit? Brass top ignition coil.

Thanks so much! A master vibrator makes since with only two connections.
by Matt in California
Mon May 30, 2022 7:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: A new DIY electronic coil tester.
Replies: 319
Views: 359284

Re: A new DIY electronic coil tester.

Please see the updated instruction manual. Model T FACT Adjustment 3_04.pdf Here is the latest version of the code. Version 3.04 . There are a lot of changes, but the main thing is that this is comparable earlier hardware versions, .96 or 1.3 OLED displays, Arduino Nano and Arduino Nano Every. The c...
by Matt in California
Sun May 29, 2022 6:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Whatizit? Brass top ignition coil.
Replies: 8
Views: 1605

Whatizit? Brass top ignition coil.

Here is a unique quail that I found. It appears to be a Ford coil but does not have the two brass connections on the side. Instead it has a screw on the bottom and some sort of spring connection on the side. E72E84F0-5218-44EE-BBDE-BCAB17B40C34.jpeg 7CE7C0E9-A62F-408C-8B74-AFA595BB6E8C.jpeg B775928E...
by Matt in California
Mon May 23, 2022 5:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Patent plate stamped number significance?
Replies: 17
Views: 2146

Re: Patent plate stamped number significance?

Neal,
The number on the brass plate was registered with the DMV in California in 1921:
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Is this helpful for you. How does it change the conversation?

Matt
by Matt in California
Fri May 06, 2022 11:18 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Vehicles
Topic: Complete, all original 1926 Fordor restoration project.
Replies: 10
Views: 4271

Re: Complete, all original 1926 Fordor restoration project on eBay.

This looks almost like the Fordor body/project that I am working on. With a engine refresh and a rear axle rebuild this could be a fun driver.

Matt
by Matt in California
Fri Apr 29, 2022 1:58 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: TT Progress
Replies: 56
Views: 11375

Re: TT Progress

I used the adapter plate and studs supplied with it from Snyder’s. Other than that, I just have to rig up the linkage. I looked it up. It looks like the entire kit is $250. https://www.snydersantiqueauto.com/product.htm?pid=981298&cat=41892 But I think the manifolds should not be hard to source... ...
by Matt in California
Thu Apr 28, 2022 11:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: TT Progress
Replies: 56
Views: 11375

Re: TT Progress

Brad,
I could see a lot of advantages to using a Model A Carb and manifolds. Is there anything special that you have to do to put it on a Model T engine?

BTW. I have a closed cab like yours and needs a top. I am getting ideas from the work that you posted. Thanks so much!

Matt
by Matt in California
Tue Apr 26, 2022 4:15 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: For Sale unused rebuilt Model T 1918 engine
Replies: 4
Views: 1186

Re: For Sale unused rebuilt Model T 1918 engine

What are we looking at as far as price on a rebuilt short block these days?
by Matt in California
Mon Apr 25, 2022 10:42 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: For Sale unused rebuilt Model T 1918 engine
Replies: 4
Views: 1186

Re: For Sale unused rebuilt Model T 1918 engine

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by Matt in California
Mon Apr 25, 2022 10:28 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: For Sale unused rebuilt Model T 1918 engine
Replies: 4
Views: 1186

For Sale unused rebuilt Model T 1918 engine

I have a friend in Visalia selling this rebuilt engine. The rebuild was done by Phil Mino. If you are interested let me know and I will get you in touch with the owner. $4000 asking price. Matt 0923DF6F-DBD4-41C4-9162-94944947238D.jpeg 54B7F276-78EA-4677-B9C8-6FCE335EC43B.jpeg BD4FEB52-981B-492A-849...
by Matt in California
Mon Apr 25, 2022 8:32 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Thanks Bill Bennett for a great Tulare swap meet
Replies: 21
Views: 3157

Re: Thanks Bill Bennett for a great Tulare swap meet

Just remember, I can't control the weather and the parts the vendors are bringing, or the prices they're asking for those parts. But the weather was beautiful (thanks be to God because it was raining up to Friday morning). I sold 80-90% of what I brought. I made some purchases of things that I was ...
by Matt in California
Fri Apr 22, 2022 2:25 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Top bows for the Tulare swap meet.
Replies: 1
Views: 700

Re: Top bows for the Tulare swap meet.

You should be able to find me at space M49. Feel free to contact me if you are interested or know the identity of these.

Are these Ford? Chevy?
by Matt in California
Fri Apr 22, 2022 2:22 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Ruckstel parts for sale at the Tulare swap meet
Replies: 3
Views: 996

Re: Ruckstel parts for sale at the Tulare swap meet

I sent messages to both of you. You should be able to find me at space M49.
by Matt in California
Thu Apr 21, 2022 11:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 2022 Bakersfield Swap Meet, April 23 & 24, in Tulare CA.
Replies: 51
Views: 7655

Re: 2022 Bakersfield Swap Meet, April 23 & 24, in Tulare CA.

I will be at M49 with FACT coil tester. Bring some coils by to get them tested. I will have a couple Ford Arduino Coil Tester modules if anyone is interested in them.

Matt
by Matt in California
Thu Apr 21, 2022 1:36 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Ruckstel parts for sale at the Tulare swap meet
Replies: 3
Views: 996

Ruckstel parts for sale at the Tulare swap meet

I am selling these for a friend. They were left out in the rain for a couple years but they look like there is some usable parts. Just imagined it was still sealed up and you didn’t know what was inside it :-) Let me know if you’re interested and we can meet up at the Tulare swap meet

Matt
by Matt in California
Thu Apr 21, 2022 1:30 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Top bows for the Tulare swap meet.
Replies: 1
Views: 700

Top bows for the Tulare swap meet.

Oh I plan to bring these to the Tulare swap meet. I am selling them for a friend. If you’re interested in them let me know. If you know what they go to let me know. Thanks! D35AD9AD-5809-45C3-9587-CAD2BB23C5B8.jpeg C1902864-4984-469F-824E-00E0FE81AFEE.jpeg E80D8DC8-FFFD-4B51-B640-F86DF3D40C7F.jpeg 6...
by Matt in California
Tue Apr 19, 2022 3:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What parts of a 1926-27 T are marked Canadian?
Replies: 7
Views: 1352

Re: What parts of a 1926-27 T are marked Canadian?

How about rear axle?

Was every part made in Canada? And just some are clearly marked?
by Matt in California
Tue Apr 19, 2022 1:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What parts of a 1926-27 T are marked Canadian?
Replies: 7
Views: 1352

What parts of a 1926-27 T are marked Canadian?

I recently acquired a Canadian chassis for parts. Thus far I have found the front axel, engine block, head and transmission hogs head. I am passing on some of the Made in Canada parts to a fellow member.

What parts have Canadian markings?

Thanks!

Matt
by Matt in California
Mon Apr 18, 2022 11:18 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: FS Canadian front axle assembly Four Tulare swap meet
Replies: 1
Views: 636

FS Canadian front axle assembly Four Tulare swap meet

Is there any interest in a Canadian front axle for a 19 26–27 Model T?
If so please contact me. So we can make arrangements.

Matt
by Matt in California
Mon Apr 18, 2022 11:06 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: FS 1926-27 Canadian frame For someone going to the Tulare swap meet
Replies: 0
Views: 472

FS 1926-27 Canadian frame For someone going to the Tulare swap meet

Is there any interest in this 26-27 frame. Serial number is C6879XX. (All numbers are visible, But I didn’t post them.) The obvious issues I saw are that the front crossmember has some bolts instead of rivets. 97B21615-EC50-4424-A75B-ED10325FB26D.jpeg And the rear crossmember has a crack in it. 428A...
by Matt in California
Sat Apr 16, 2022 9:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 2022 Bakersfield Swap Meet, April 23 & 24, in Tulare CA.
Replies: 51
Views: 7655

Re: 2022 Bakersfield Swap Meet, April 23 & 24, in Tulare CA.

If someone has an extra one of these brackets for this 26 27 Steering column I would be looking for it.
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It doesn’t have to look great rest is fine. Just needs to be functional.

Matt
by Matt in California
Thu Apr 14, 2022 10:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 2022 Bakersfield Swap Meet, April 23 & 24, in Tulare CA.
Replies: 51
Views: 7655

Re: 2022 Bakersfield Swap Meet, April 23 & 24, in Tulare CA.

Come on Bill! How can you not be responsible for the prices people are selling things for? I expect all the other dealers to sell things dirt cheap and I will be asking top prices on the stuff that I sell:) Actually, I plan to take stuff I don’t want to take home, so hopefully it will be a good pric...
by Matt in California
Tue Apr 12, 2022 12:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Confirming correct Top bows 1917-1922 roadster top bows
Replies: 4
Views: 974

Re: Confirming correct Top bows 1917-1922 roadster top bows

Larry, You are correct 1917 was the transition year to rectangular top bows. Rich, the last link you posted was what worked for me. I see that the attachments on 23-25 is much different. The back bow connects to the body the middle is halfway up the back bow and the front is connected on the middle ...
by Matt in California
Tue Apr 12, 2022 9:54 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Confirming correct Top bows 1917-1922 roadster top bows
Replies: 4
Views: 974

Re: Confirming correct Top bows 1917-1922 roadster top bows

I am trying to understand the difference between these and 1923-1925. I found descriptions, but don’t know exactly what to look for.
by Matt in California
Tue Apr 12, 2022 1:29 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Confirming correct Top bows 1917-1922 roadster top bows
Replies: 4
Views: 974

Confirming correct Top bows 1917-1922 roadster top bows

In my research if I understand things this is a set of 1917 through 1922 roadster top post. I am I correct?
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Thanks!

Matt
by Matt in California
Sun Apr 10, 2022 9:13 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: Need help identifying this early non-Ford engine
Replies: 7
Views: 1487

Re: Need help identifying this early non-Ford engine

Thanks for all the thoughts/ideas! I am sure someone knows what car this belongs to.

One unique feature is the square cam followers/lifters.

I am looking forward more responses.

Matt
by Matt in California
Sat Apr 09, 2022 11:03 pm
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: Need help identifying this early non-Ford engine
Replies: 7
Views: 1487

Need help identifying this early non-Ford engine

I am trying to help somebody identify this engine.
Any ideas?
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by Matt in California
Sun Mar 27, 2022 7:06 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: California Auction
Replies: 19
Views: 4290

Re: California Auction

Thanks Scott! I did pick up this whatizit: D45EF75B-2693-4741-B3F4-84F187711C06.jpeg 1ACDFE34-194E-4CDD-BCDD-13467FC358A0.jpeg This may be a good hint: 8725DE74-C714-42D0-9CA5-CA2A96E3D0A8.jpeg 2B175425-2085-4C78-A5BA-7F19F5C5E8A5.jpeg Anyone know what it is? I believe it could be T related. Matt
by Matt in California
Sun Mar 27, 2022 1:40 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: California Auction
Replies: 19
Views: 4290

Re: California Auction

Yes Kevin I was there! I would say there was a ton of stuff, but mostly common and not in great shape. For example a stack of fenders, but all were rusted through and the same with most gas tanks... It was a well run auction with over 1000 lots. The had a separate auction for 200 lots inside the hou...
by Matt in California
Thu Mar 24, 2022 1:12 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Spark coil preparation?
Replies: 7
Views: 1520

Re: Spark coil preparation?

Jim,
Yes, the points could need cleaning.

I have some coil that appeared to be NOS from the 1960s. I cleaned up the points and they fired away. (These didn't have the capacitor changed, so that was another project. But if your coil were rebuilt recently that should not be a issue.)

Matthew
by Matt in California
Thu Mar 24, 2022 12:54 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: A new DIY electronic coil tester.
Replies: 319
Views: 359284

Re: A new DIY electronic coil tester.

Neil, If I understand your response, you know that the point of fire (i.e. time-to-fire) decreases with an increase to RPM. The increase time-to-fire is because the voltage out of the magneto increases with RPM. The point of sharing the response of different coils to with varying voltage pulses is t...
by Matt in California
Wed Mar 23, 2022 1:33 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Weird switch
Replies: 11
Views: 1883

Re: Weird switch

It looks like some sort of mistake. I will send you my address to take that off your hands:)

Matt
by Matt in California
Wed Mar 02, 2022 1:58 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: A new DIY electronic coil tester.
Replies: 319
Views: 359284

Re: A new DIY electronic coil tester.

Interesting comment Neil!

If I understand you correctly, you use a method of tuning coils where you can adjust a set of coils to all fire in perfect synchronization from 500 to 2500 RPM.

Matt
by Matt in California
Tue Mar 01, 2022 1:18 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: A new DIY electronic coil tester.
Replies: 319
Views: 359284

Re: A new DIY electronic coil tester.

Tom, Good points! I am in the process of figuring out what the raw data means. Some coils are better set-up, tuned and tested then others. Here are the graphs showing only coils that are set to 1.89-1.91 ms at 12 VDC: Time-To-Fire 2.JPG Each data point represents an average time-to-fire at a given v...
by Matt in California
Mon Feb 28, 2022 1:08 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: A new DIY electronic coil tester.
Replies: 319
Views: 359284

Re: A new DIY electronic coil tester.

I added an adjustable DC to DC power supply to the tester and connected it to a 18.5 VDC old laptop power supply. FACT test unit.jpg I now could take raw data from 7 to 16 VDC. (I tested many different coils and points from various manufactures and eras.) Raw data.JPG And this graph shows the Peak C...
by Matt in California
Wed Feb 23, 2022 1:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: fix a coil, buzz box
Replies: 13
Views: 2279

Re: fix a coil, buzz box

Matt, I would be very interested in receiving the coil tester. I have talked to the local parts stores, tire dealers, Snapon dealer, I cannot find anyone local that knows anything about repairing a coil. I want to thank everyone that has replied and I will give a full review of my experience here o...
by Matt in California
Wed Feb 23, 2022 11:20 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: fix a coil, buzz box
Replies: 13
Views: 2279

Re: fix a coil, buzz box

Andy, You like to do things the hard way, so do I! The Model T coil has fascinated me most of my life. When I was young I used it to shock my brother! From this experiment I was fascinated with electricity and spent many years earning degrees related to the subject. For the last few years I started ...
by Matt in California
Sun Feb 20, 2022 12:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Which years does this spark coil fit?
Replies: 21
Views: 2309

Re: Which years does this spark coil fit?

Martynn, Great drawing! I think it is the first time I noticed it. Everyone, the best document I came across regarding Ford coils is The Model T Ignition Coil by Trent Boggess and Ronald Patterson. I understand it was originally in the Vintage Ford. Then I think it was available at a vendors website...
by Matt in California
Fri Feb 18, 2022 7:52 am
Forum: OT - Off topic
Topic: air compressor
Replies: 3
Views: 1412

Re: air compressor

I have used a couple of small “California “ air compressors at work. They are quiet. They seem to work fine. Yes haven’t had to put a lot of use on them. These are small and not the large verticals obese that you mention. I am not sure they are better or worse than a Craftsman or Husky. But I wouldn...
by Matt in California
Fri Feb 11, 2022 1:40 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1913 Keystone Kokomo Electric coils information request
Replies: 17
Views: 3094

Re: 1913 Keystone Kokomo Electric coils information request

Andre, With your encouragement I decided to open the box. DD3E1A44-A5DD-4EC2-ABD4-48B563F50440.jpeg The boxes are in amazing shape- like they were made a year ago! I have open to many of the boxes of the newer quails and they are much easier. The glue on these I still need to figure out how to heat ...
by Matt in California
Fri Jan 28, 2022 12:15 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1913 Keystone Kokomo Electric coils information request
Replies: 17
Views: 3094

Re: 1913 Keystone Kokomo Electric coils information request

Matt , that same 'shorting' of the points was necessary when running an aftermarket original master vibrator, not an uncommon occurrence on early cars. Allan from down under. Allan, Thanks for explaining that. I finally understand how a master vibrator works after reading a recent thread on the top...
by Matt in California
Fri Jan 28, 2022 12:08 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1913 Keystone Kokomo Electric coils information request
Replies: 17
Views: 3094

Re: 1913 Keystone Kokomo Electric coils information request

Andre/Matt: Thanks for posting this, it's a great read from both a technical and historical perspective. I learned a lot from reading your posts. I wish Vintage Ford would do an article on this topic or at least include more technical/historical articles in the publication. I don't disagree with yo...
by Matt in California
Fri Jan 28, 2022 12:00 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1913 Keystone Kokomo Electric coils information request
Replies: 17
Views: 3094

Re: 1913 Keystone Kokomo Electric coils information request

Andre, I just sent off an email. I can see the need without a cushion spring for the Master vibrator or calibrating all four at the same time. Thanks for mentioning the Heinze Coils link I found it: http://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/708324/712510.html?1484321536 Thanks for repeating: You need to ...
by Matt in California
Thu Jan 27, 2022 12:25 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1913 Keystone Kokomo Electric coils information request
Replies: 17
Views: 3094

Re: 1913 Keystone Kokomo Electric coils information request

Andre, Thanks for the insightful photos/descriptions! Again I appreciate everyone’s insight! I was able to test this coil even before cleaning the points. 336CAB54-E6BF-4152-9C68-61B21871C50C.jpeg Since they don’t have any cushion spring, I am not sure how I would remedy the double spark. Perhaps a ...
by Matt in California
Tue Jan 25, 2022 1:30 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1913 Keystone Kokomo Electric coils information request
Replies: 17
Views: 3094

Re: 1913 Keystone Kokomo Electric coils information request

Thanks! I appreciate your thoughts and insight. The coils boxes are in immaculate shape! 833EB0E3-3605-4844-BFC7-55156E0C9763.jpeg Unfortunately, three seem to have opens on the secondary when I read with the ohm meter. The third one reads 3.89k ohms. On the top of the coils someone shorted out the ...
by Matt in California
Mon Jan 24, 2022 9:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: When Are Coil Points No Longer Usable?
Replies: 9
Views: 1850

Re: When Are Coil Points No Longer Usable?

John, I am in the process of referring a bunch of coils for some testing that I am doing. I use wet/dry sandpaper wet with water and a course then a fine on top of a piece of glass. I heard of people using diamond hone and having good success (see this webpage for an example: https://www.grainger.co...
by Matt in California
Sun Jan 23, 2022 9:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1913 Keystone Kokomo Electric coils information request
Replies: 17
Views: 3094

1913 Keystone Kokomo Electric coils information request

A friend asked me to look at his 1913 coil box. I was having a difficult time finding him any information for testing and rebuilding. 88FC2AB1-600B-4ACB-B61A-A01DD3B88EBB.jpeg FB9CC50B-A340-4834-B82F-0E3E46850580.jpeg For starters is it correct assume that the test points would be on the same place ...
by Matt in California
Tue Jan 11, 2022 1:53 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: How does a Youtube Video of Some Dufus Starting a Model T get 40,000 Views?
Replies: 20
Views: 3303

Re: How does a Youtube Video of Some Dufus Starting a Model T get 40,000 Views?

I find that my ability to get my T to start is inversely proportional to the number of people viewing. So the fact you got it started with 40k people watching tells me you did some video editing. Perhaps that is why you have your back to the camera;) I wouldn’t complain. Ad your own adds and get som...
by Matt in California
Wed Jan 05, 2022 11:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Can somebody tell me the FREQUENCY of magneto output?
Replies: 20
Views: 2853

Re: Can somebody tell me the FREQUENCY of magneto output?

I recall someone in past year? or two? or? posted their progress in developing a coil testing device that used a tuna can and rotating pointer to display the spark, basically a scaled down hcct pointer and brake drum. I think he used a cam operated switch to intermittently energize the coil and a s...
by Matt in California
Mon Jan 03, 2022 10:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: A new DIY electronic coil tester.
Replies: 319
Views: 359284

Re: A new DIY electronic coil tester.

Tony!
Wow! Great job on the box! I like the vintage look. Interesting way to make the extension on the switches. Alternatively, you could add wires to push buttons.

I am sure if you were willing to make more of those boxes, people would be interested me being the first!

Matt
by Matt in California
Wed Dec 29, 2021 9:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1926 Touring Wood Body Blocks (3600A) dimensions/diagram and adjustment
Replies: 6
Views: 1750

Re: 1926 Touring Wood Body Blocks (3600A) dimensions/diagram and adjustment

Thanks Jeff! I imagine that you are correct that the frame/body is bent. Here are the height measurements I found: T3600A Left Front 1-1/2” T3600A Left Middle 1” T3600A-B Left Back 3-1/2+” T3600A Right Front 1-3/8” T3600A Right Middle-1-3/16” T3600A-B Right Back 3-1/2+” Note the center on both sides...
by Matt in California
Fri Dec 17, 2021 7:23 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Vehicles
Topic: For Sale an unrestored 1915 Touring
Replies: 19
Views: 12056

Re: For Sale an unrestored 1915 Touring

Bob,
I bought my wife a 1917 Chevy 490. We don't have it any more! She appreciated the money though:)
Matt
by Matt in California
Fri Dec 17, 2021 4:33 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1926 Touring Wood Body Blocks (3600A) dimensions/diagram and adjustment
Replies: 6
Views: 1750

Re: 1926 Touring Wood Body Blocks (3600A) dimensions/diagram and adjustment

Dan, I can’t say how helpful your photos and descriptions are! Thanks so much. I have a couple more questions and observations: 1. Should there be any spacer where the front bolt connects (see red arrow): 22F23C52-7256-46E4-96C9-EA9A3F473757.jpeg 2. Back to my original question. Are spacers used in ...
by Matt in California
Sun Dec 12, 2021 1:00 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: A $20 (or less!) DIY regulator, and other issues
Replies: 240
Views: 41582

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

Luke, I love the progress. I like how this international project is coming together. I like the clean nice simple replacement design that fits in the old regulator housing. My thought is even if we all love this in 2022, in 30 years in might be like a Pinto Model T. It would be easier to use standar...
by Matt in California
Sun Dec 12, 2021 12:41 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1926 Touring Wood Body Blocks (3600A) dimensions/diagram and adjustment
Replies: 6
Views: 1750

Re: 1926 Touring Wood Body Blocks (3600A) dimensions/diagram and adjustment

Dan, Thanks for your response. I am glade to get at least one response, but I still have questions. Looking at the link I posted, it seems to be just discussing a Coupe and Roadster. I am asking about my Touring - blocks A & B I believe. I am trying to figure out the dimensions for that. Yes, there ...
by Matt in California
Fri Dec 10, 2021 1:26 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: A $20 (or less!) DIY regulator, and other issues
Replies: 240
Views: 41582

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

Luke, A great idea to have an open club discussion. I am open to help design a board, but would like that to be more of help someone who is designing a board. From my experience with the FACT PCB I believe that there is more interest in someone building/selling a working part that requires little kn...
by Matt in California
Sat Dec 04, 2021 10:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1926 Touring Wood Body Blocks (3600A) dimensions/diagram and adjustment
Replies: 6
Views: 1750

1926 Touring Wood Body Blocks (3600A) dimensions/diagram and adjustment

Hello, Over 10 years ago when I first put together my 1926 touring I used a stack of washers rather than body blocks and I spent lots of time adjusting the height of each stack to get the doors to open without problems. The washers worked, but I am wanting to use the wood body blocks. My issue may b...
by Matt in California
Sat Oct 23, 2021 2:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Gave a ride to someone the same age as my 26T
Replies: 3
Views: 1065

Gave a ride to someone the same age as my 26T

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My friend came by with his mom who was born in September 1926, so I took her for a ride!

I don’t think you find that many healthy people that are 95!

Matt
by Matt in California
Sat Oct 02, 2021 9:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: A new DIY electronic coil tester.
Replies: 319
Views: 359284

Re: A new DIY electronic coil tester.

Tony, Great to hear that things are moving along for you! It is an accomplishment to get things working. You mention not having a clean ramp. Assuming that the capacitor is okay... And the contacts/cushion spring is clean. It may be your power source or wires. I had issues when the wires were too th...
by Matt in California
Sat Oct 02, 2021 8:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: FJ - LIVE VIDEO STREAMING From 2021 Tulare Fall Swap Meet Starts October 1st
Replies: 10
Views: 1948

Re: FJ - LIVE VIDEO STREAMING From 2021 Tulare Fall Swap Meet Starts October 1st

It was great to reconnect with old friends and make new ones.

I got some good deals Fordor projects I am working on.

Also bought some coils including this one with an interesting message:
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Matthew
by Matt in California
Sat Oct 02, 2021 6:59 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Board Member
Replies: 11
Views: 1864

Re: Board Member

Here I thought a board member was someone elected in the MTFCA!

Matt
by Matt in California
Sat Oct 02, 2021 1:34 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: FJ - LIVE VIDEO STREAMING From 2021 Tulare Fall Swap Meet Starts October 1st
Replies: 10
Views: 1948

Re: FJ - LIVE VIDEO STREAMING From 2021 Tulare Fall Swap Meet Starts October 1st

If you want to see the FACT model T coil tester come by H22.

I am spending the night here at my space.

Matt
by Matt in California
Sun Sep 26, 2021 10:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Tulare Swap-O-Rama Oct 2- Who is planning to be there? What you bringing?
Replies: 2
Views: 960

Tulare Swap-O-Rama Oct 2- Who is planning to be there? What you bringing?

I am planning to be there. Life has been busy, and I havn't done any serious planning, so I don't plan to bring much. I plan to be bring the FACT Coil testers if anyone wants to try it out. I talked with a friend that I may set up a folding table and join him. As you can tell I am not a big planner....
by Matt in California
Sun Sep 19, 2021 5:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: A new DIY electronic coil tester.
Replies: 319
Views: 359284

Re: A new DIY electronic coil tester.

I have a few updates to make based on feedback from users. V2.08 Code Update details The code is now updated with the following features: 1. Larger OLED Display: Now you can choose in the code between 0.96" (SSD1306) and 1.3" (SH1106) display. See photo for comparison. 5F4F3520-288B-4758-888B-EDB68E...
by Matt in California
Fri Sep 17, 2021 12:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 2 piece valves
Replies: 12
Views: 2285

Re: 2 piece valves

Thanks GG,
The price was right for the pulls! It just cost me some washers and time to cut and pean over the valve steam:
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Matt
by Matt in California
Fri Sep 17, 2021 1:14 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 2 piece valves
Replies: 12
Views: 2285

Re: 2 piece valves

As mentioned the Model T only used two piece valves. Here is an example of the later two piece steel head next to the cast head: 69320BEA-A460-4D51-A4FA-D9932105C2CC.jpeg Note that the steel valve has a gentle taper that stands out from the cast head: FF53D2FF-6FA8-4578-AE5A-5677426AEBB6.jpeg The st...
by Matt in California
Sat Sep 11, 2021 5:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: A new DIY electronic coil tester.
Replies: 319
Views: 359284

Re: A new DIY electronic coil tester.

John, Congratulations on getting your tester working!!! I should have commented earlier. Your tester looks great! Your are the first person, that I know of, to order the boards and build your own tester. Thanks for sharing your issue with the voltage regulator and fix. I have not run into that issue...