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by AndyClary
Tue Oct 17, 2023 8:37 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: SCVMTFC 53rd Annual Speedster Endurance Run & Lowland Tour - Save the Date
Replies: 30
Views: 1900

Re: SCVMTFC 53rd Annual Speedster Endurance Run & Lowland Tour - Save the Date

Going to be a busy June in California. Auburn Swap Meet on the 2nd, SCVMTFC Endurance Run on the 9th then the San Diego National Tour on the 16th. F.A.S.T is also reporting a potential Hill Climb in Virginia City on the 14th/15th. Hmm, can you get from Virginia City to San Diego in a day?


Andy
by AndyClary
Fri Oct 13, 2023 10:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Any idea how this affects a racer/speedster?
Replies: 11
Views: 968

Re: Any idea how this affects a racer/speedster?

You lock one shackle to help the rocking back and forth to a minimum. You can also use a simple panhard bar.

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by AndyClary
Thu Oct 12, 2023 8:40 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: SCVMTFC 53rd Annual Speedster Endurance Run & Lowland Tour - Save the Date
Replies: 30
Views: 1900

Re: SCVMTFC 53rd Annual Speedster Endurance Run & Lowland Tour - Save the Date

Great to hear. Let’s get all those speedsters up and running.

Andy
by AndyClary
Mon Oct 02, 2023 9:18 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: The ONLY Model TT Truck (realy the ONLY Model T)
Replies: 7
Views: 749

Re: The ONLY Model TT Truck (realy the ONLY Model T)

I’ve found that it’s not unusual to have only one T at even large car shows.


Andy
by AndyClary
Sun Sep 17, 2023 7:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Scratch Mt. Diablo off the bucket list
Replies: 21
Views: 833

Re: Scratch Mt. Diablo off the bucket list

I’ll throw it out there. I prefer the run up Mount Hamilton. Good road great views and a really cool observatory on top.


Andy
by AndyClary
Sun Sep 17, 2023 3:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Lock N Stitch
Replies: 17
Views: 1118

Re: Lock N Stitch

To the original poster. Lock N Stitch will make an excellent repair if, as previously mentioned, your block has sufficient integrity to take it. Expensive but like you said there aren’t near as many Buick blocks laying around. To the well meaning. Most of us at some time or another have made a sketc...
by AndyClary
Sun Sep 17, 2023 9:34 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Gallivan Head Gasket
Replies: 5
Views: 502

Re: Gallivan Head Gasket

The ad in Speed and Sport shows a round chamber.


Andy
by AndyClary
Sun Sep 17, 2023 9:26 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Wings and wheels
Replies: 2
Views: 371

Re: Wings and wheels

Also went to a Wheels and Wings at the Pacific Coast Air Museum. About 150 cars and 4 Model Ts.

Andy
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by AndyClary
Fri Sep 15, 2023 7:33 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: WTB Mercury Body Parts
Replies: 12
Views: 622

Re: WTB Mercury Body Parts

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My car in San Francisco in the early 70’s.

Andy
by AndyClary
Fri Sep 15, 2023 7:26 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: WTB Mercury Body Parts
Replies: 12
Views: 622

Re: WTB Mercury Body Parts

This is one of the plates from my Mercury. It may well be a reproduction but they’ve been on my car for at least 50 years.

Andy
by AndyClary
Fri Sep 15, 2023 7:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Scratch Mt. Diablo off the bucket list
Replies: 21
Views: 833

Re: Scratch Mt. Diablo off the bucket list

Went up in the speedster some time ago. Views were great but the wind was howling, didn’t stay long.


Andy
by AndyClary
Tue Sep 12, 2023 4:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Cam nut wrench!
Replies: 40
Views: 2297

Re: Cam nut wrench!

I made a front bearing socket out of a socket because you can’t use the ford wrench with buffalo hubs. I just milled a close enough form in the ratchet side since there’s no real torque on the bearing.

Andy
by AndyClary
Tue Sep 12, 2023 11:57 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: LED Conversion for Brass Headlamps - Feedback
Replies: 10
Views: 592

Re: LED Conversion for Brass Headlamps - Feedback

It’s likely the quality of the bulbs. They should have built in regulation so that voltage variance isn’t an issue. There just too much junk on the market.


Andy
by AndyClary
Tue Sep 12, 2023 11:55 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Bella Italia tour
Replies: 6
Views: 371

Re: Bella Italia tour

Nothing like a working vacation😀. Enjoy the sights Eric.

Andy
by AndyClary
Tue Sep 12, 2023 10:39 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Cam nut wrench!
Replies: 40
Views: 2297

Re: Cam nut wrench!

I bought a cam nut socket from Snyder. It works good and also works quite well on the front wheel bearing.

Andy
by AndyClary
Thu Aug 31, 2023 2:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: My rebodied 27 speedster
Replies: 7
Views: 698

Re: My rebodied 27 speedster

Good work Tom, wish we were headed up this weekend.

Andy
by AndyClary
Sat Aug 26, 2023 10:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Pinion and ring gear ratios
Replies: 12
Views: 1024

Re: Pinion and ring gear ratios

Bear in mind that with a 3:1 gear you carry more speed downhill, taxing the brakes.


Andy
by AndyClary
Sat Aug 26, 2023 12:37 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

Chadwick, we need to differentiate between patch and repair. For a tour patch I would find a way to keep the key in place (gum, glue, whatever) and tighten the s**t out of the hub. Leave the cap off and check it often. By now it should be clear that welding is the worst option. As John mentioned in ...
by AndyClary
Sat Aug 26, 2023 8:50 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: weld repair on axle by the keyway
Replies: 36
Views: 1618

Re: weld repair on axle by the keyway

The simple answer is that there is a high quality replacement part available to replace the damaged part. Economics would be that, unless you are equipped and qualified to cut a new key way, a machine shop would probably charge close to the price of the known good replacement part. The new keyway wo...
by AndyClary
Fri Aug 25, 2023 10:49 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

My two cents. The first reply by John answered the original question accurately. I wouldn’t consider a second keyway unless it was the last remaining axle and there was no bar stock available to make another. There are several areas you have to check on an axle, bearing race areas, seal surfaces, ta...
by AndyClary
Wed Aug 16, 2023 11:33 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Vehicles
Topic: FS 1915 ROADSTER WITH FRONTENAC OVERHEAD ENGINE ** SOLD **
Replies: 13
Views: 5365

Re: FS EARLY T WITH PERFORMANCE UPGRADES

Quite the tease Mark. How about a tiny hint.

Andy
by AndyClary
Tue Aug 15, 2023 11:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Installing a Ruckstell by removing axle housing
Replies: 10
Views: 806

Re: Installing a Ruckstell by removing axle housing

There was a fixture for holding the right axle housing in place while you installed the ruckstell parts. Can’t imagine it saves much time. I’d much rather have the whole rear end in the stand at a comfortable height than working under the car. Especially now days as you always find extra stuff needi...
by AndyClary
Sat Aug 12, 2023 3:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Slower than Molasses
Replies: 22
Views: 1104

Re: Slower than Molasses

It’s zoomin for me now, thanks to all the admin.


Andy
by AndyClary
Thu Aug 10, 2023 6:20 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: For Sale Model T Coil Point Adjustor Springs
Replies: 2
Views: 581

Re: For Sale Model T Coil Point Adjustor Springs

Don’t take this the wrong way but if you don’t need 20,000 coil springs who would?


Andy
by AndyClary
Wed Aug 02, 2023 2:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Reeder High Compression head
Replies: 6
Views: 714

Re: Reeder High Compression head

A little late on this thread. I have a reeder head that I replaced due to corrosion. Obviously there was some lack of maintenance but I also have to be a little suspect of the alloy. Someday it might be worth welding up. A sold another in much better shape at the Auburn swap meet for 300 so it will ...
by AndyClary
Sat Jul 29, 2023 9:21 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: HIGH FLO ALUMINUM INTAKE?
Replies: 18
Views: 1264

Re: HIGH FLO ALUMINUM INTAKE?

I’ve had the same experience as Dan. A little massage with a grinder takes care of it. Didn’t notice any real difference in performance but your experience may vary.

Andy
by AndyClary
Wed Jul 26, 2023 12:05 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Camshaft update!
Replies: 5
Views: 602

Re: Camshaft update!

Have run several of the Chaffin 270 cams, excellent touring cam. Have never had an issue with one and would recommend to anyone.

Andy
by AndyClary
Mon Jul 24, 2023 12:31 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Waterless Radiator Coolant
Replies: 70
Views: 3371

Re: Waterless Radiator Coolant

My two cents on the IR thermometers. I place a piece of painters tape wherever I need to take the temperature. This started when I was getting mixed readings on a brass radiator. By using tape at each point you want to check the reflectivity remains constant allowing for meaningful comparison. Andy
by AndyClary
Sat Jul 22, 2023 8:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Waterless Radiator Coolant
Replies: 70
Views: 3371

Re: Waterless Radiator Coolant

I’ve seen some info on this on tv. I didn’t think it was worthwhile for a T due to the cost. I’m glad you had a nice tour but at 80 degrees you shouldn’t be running hot anyway. Look forward to hear how it does on a hot day.


Andy
by AndyClary
Sat Jul 22, 2023 3:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: MTFCI TOUR IN BARABOO, WI
Replies: 10
Views: 1159

Re: MTFCI TOUR IN BARABOO, WI

I’ve been following this tour on Facebook, looked like a great time.

Andy
by AndyClary
Fri Jul 21, 2023 9:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What car should you have kept?
Replies: 41
Views: 2154

Re: What car should you have kept?

I’m in the same place as Paul, have to sell to buy. There are a couple cars in my past that I miss. But what I have is what I wanted.


Andy
by AndyClary
Fri Jul 21, 2023 8:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Sharing my design work on starters and generators
Replies: 7
Views: 910

Re: Sharing my design work on starters and generators

Thanks for sharing Jeff. So much knowledge is lost these days. People assume it will always be at hand.


Andy
by AndyClary
Thu Jul 20, 2023 9:38 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Aux trans, or Rucktell?
Replies: 15
Views: 1152

Re: Aux trans, or Rucktell?

Both the Ruckstell and KC Warford give the same low gear that is quite effective. The Warford offers an overdrive. I think you’ll find that the overdrive seldom allows higher speed. What it does allow is lower rpm for a given speed, thus helping prolong engine life.

Andy
by AndyClary
Thu Jul 20, 2023 9:33 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What have you done with your chapter in July?
Replies: 23
Views: 1711

Re: What have you done with your chapter in July?

Dave, it’s probably gonna be 100+ Saturday. Saw some pictures from the MTFCI tour in Wisconsin, you guys have some nice countryside.

Andy
by AndyClary
Wed Jul 19, 2023 3:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What have you done with your chapter in July?
Replies: 23
Views: 1711

Re: What have you done with your chapter in July?

We’ll, the cooker tour got cancelled due to a heat wave. I guess my chapter is probably done for July. Our monthly meeting isn’t much to write home about.

Andy
by AndyClary
Wed Jul 19, 2023 3:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Favorite Model T
Replies: 17
Views: 1146

Re: Favorite Model T

If I’d only get it finished.


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by AndyClary
Mon Jul 17, 2023 11:24 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What have you done with your chapter in July?
Replies: 23
Views: 1711

Re: What have you done with your chapter in July?

The Redwood Empire Model T club is having a cooker tour this Saturday. I usually go with sausage and sour kraut. Any mor imaginative ideas?

Andy
by AndyClary
Mon Jul 17, 2023 11:22 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: WhistlinDiesel's youtube and the FB T group
Replies: 21
Views: 1481

Re: WhistlinDiesel's youtube and the FB T group

Facebook is what you choose it to be. Mine is grandkids, friends and Model Ts. Anything else gets bumped.

Andy
by AndyClary
Sun Jul 16, 2023 10:32 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: OLD PHOTO - Mt.Lassen Eruption June 14, 1914
Replies: 3
Views: 453

Re: OLD PHOTO - Mt.Lassen Eruption June 14, 1914

Lassen is a wonderful park. Have gone on a couple tours there and it is not to be missed.


Andy
by AndyClary
Mon Jul 10, 2023 11:21 am
Forum: Classifieds - Vehicles
Topic: FS-1918 Ames bodied touring car-SOLD-SOLD
Replies: 23
Views: 6282

Re: FS-1918 Ames bodied touring car-OBO

Rob, I truly wish I had a spot for this. I’ll be jealous of whoever picks it up.


Andy
by AndyClary
Mon Jul 10, 2023 8:49 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What have you done with your chapter in July?
Replies: 23
Views: 1711

Re: What have you done with your chapter in July?

The Redwood Empire Model T Club participated in two local parades over 4th of July weekend. It was hot but everything went well. I didn’t get a lot of pictures.


Andy
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by AndyClary
Thu Jul 06, 2023 3:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Flathead V8 in a T Speedster
Replies: 25
Views: 1849

Re: Flathead V8 in a T Speedster

While this speedster can be picked apart for a number of reasons, the same could be said for almost any speedster. Speedsters are very personalized, you build what you want.


Andy
by AndyClary
Wed Jul 05, 2023 9:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Gotta see BIG movie coming out this October - lots of Model T's
Replies: 40
Views: 2716

Re: Gotta see BIG movie coming out this October - lots of Model T's

I saw the trailer earlier today and knew it would get a mention here with all those T’s.


Andy
by AndyClary
Tue Jul 04, 2023 1:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Flathead V8 in a T Speedster
Replies: 25
Views: 1849

Re: Flathead V8 in a T Speedster

There was a 26/7 coupe at the canyonlands tour years ago. Used model A rear I think, like this speedster. As I understand it, crack free V8-60 blocks are getting hard to find.

Andy
by AndyClary
Mon Jun 26, 2023 10:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 2023 Speedster Reunion photos
Replies: 8
Views: 692

Re: 2023 Speedster Reunion photos

Thanks for the pix Dave.


Andy
by AndyClary
Fri Jun 23, 2023 8:44 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Montana 500 Day 3 results
Replies: 7
Views: 829

Re: Montana 500 Day 3 results

Congratulations to Larry. Seems like a good year for the Acevedo clan as Don won the Santa Clara endurance run a couple weeks ago. Maybe Chad will win the hill climb in Lincoln.


Andy
by AndyClary
Thu Jun 22, 2023 7:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Photos from Tour in Manhattan, KS
Replies: 22
Views: 2063

Re: Photos from Tour in Manhattan, KS

Thanks for the pictures. Plenty of room for more


Andy
by AndyClary
Mon Jun 19, 2023 10:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Montana 500 Stats for today
Replies: 14
Views: 1476

Re: Montana 500 Stats for today

Thanks for posting Todd.


Andy
by AndyClary
Mon Jun 19, 2023 8:43 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What did your chapter do in June?
Replies: 8
Views: 689

Re: What did your chapter do in June?

Hope you can find some fellow T owners in your area Dave. Your neighborhood looks great for touring. The forum is a comparatively small sample size of T owners. For example, in our club only about 10 percent use the forum. You may be able to get a list of members from the national office, I don’t kn...
by AndyClary
Sun Jun 18, 2023 7:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What did your chapter do in June?
Replies: 8
Views: 689

Re: What did your chapter do in June?

Don’t get me wrong, I wasn’t complaining about Steve. Just pointing out someone under their car.


Andy
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by AndyClary
Sat Jun 17, 2023 11:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What did your chapter do in June?
Replies: 8
Views: 689

Re: What did your chapter do in June?

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And what’s a tour without”that guy”.

Andy
by AndyClary
Sat Jun 17, 2023 11:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What did your chapter do in June?
Replies: 8
Views: 689

What did your chapter do in June?

About 20 members of the Redwood Empire Model T Club met at a charter members house for a tour in the wine country. Ok, yeah, all our tours are in the wine country. About 65 miles round trip with mild weather. Andy B0A62844-F335-4B54-A886-42C6D3E54130.jpeg ADB10E39-56EA-4BDB-AECC-1BAD8BD59070.jpeg A4...
by AndyClary
Mon Jun 12, 2023 3:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 2023 Santa Clara Endurance Run & Lowland Tour
Replies: 18
Views: 1801

Re: 2023 Santa Clara Endurance Run & Lowland Tour

How many times has Don won this thing? Another shot of winning car.
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by AndyClary
Sun Jun 11, 2023 9:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 2023 Santa Clara Endurance Run & Lowland Tour
Replies: 18
Views: 1801

Re: 2023 Santa Clara Endurance Run & Lowland Tour

You always get good shots Ivan.

More from this morning.
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by AndyClary
Sun Jun 11, 2023 6:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 2023 Santa Clara Endurance Run & Lowland Tour
Replies: 18
Views: 1801

Re: 2023 Santa Clara Endurance Run & Lowland Tour

I think they said 20 cars, here’s a couple more.
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by AndyClary
Sun Jun 11, 2023 3:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Put in Bay Trip for T's
Replies: 2
Views: 475

Re: Put in Bay Trip for T's

Looks like a great place to tour, but a little far from California. Looking forward to pictures and maybe a story in the Vintage Ford.


Andy
by AndyClary
Sun Jun 11, 2023 1:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 2023 Santa Clara Endurance Run & Lowland Tour
Replies: 18
Views: 1801

Re: 2023 Santa Clara Endurance Run & Lowland Tour

Watched the start this morning.

Andy
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by AndyClary
Wed Jun 07, 2023 11:55 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 2023 Model T, 6 Day Golden Gate Tour Pictures
Replies: 13
Views: 1022

Re: 2023 Model T, 6 Day Golden Gate Tour Pictures

Unfortunately circumstances only allowed me one day of touring. But it was a good day and I saw some old friends. This was a great bunch to tour with. Of course seeing my picture reminds me how much I need to go on a diet.

Andy
by AndyClary
Tue Jun 06, 2023 7:58 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Homecoming Pictures
Replies: 25
Views: 2869

Re: Homecoming Pictures

Thanks for posting the pictures. Anyone have any more?


Andy
by AndyClary
Mon Jun 05, 2023 8:58 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Fuel Injected t
Replies: 12
Views: 1210

Re: Fuel Injected t

How do you prime for hand cranking?

Andy
by AndyClary
Fri Jun 02, 2023 8:42 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Boy Scouts of America Homecoming Breakfast
Replies: 2
Views: 444

Re: Boy Scouts of America Homecoming Breakfast

Give me a Boy Scout or volunteer fire department pancake breakfast any day. 👍


Andy
by AndyClary
Tue May 30, 2023 11:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: crank shaft/piston arm question
Replies: 31
Views: 2037

Re: crank shaft/piston arm question

Sounds like Pat may have an opinion on rats. They get into places you’d never believe and the mess is disgusting. There’s always little dead rats in the nest too. Not a pleasant memory. That’s an excellent example of a hard to find crack, Mark. If available, wet magnaflux is definitely the way to go...
by AndyClary
Mon May 29, 2023 5:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: crank shaft/piston arm question
Replies: 31
Views: 2037

Re: crank shaft/piston arm question

I suppose what I said may have come across as condescending, it was not my intention. I’m glad you were able to get you motor to someone who knows what they’re doing.

Andy
by AndyClary
Mon May 29, 2023 9:18 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: crank shaft/piston arm question
Replies: 31
Views: 2037

Re: crank shaft/piston arm question

I agree with Scott. Find a knowledgeable person to help with this. These decisions require first hand examination and measurements. No offense, if you don’t know the name of a part you probably need a good deal of assistance in this.

Andy
by AndyClary
Tue May 23, 2023 7:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Pop-Up Model T Event: Nethercutt Museum, Thurs May 18
Replies: 10
Views: 915

Re: Pop-Up Model T Event: Nethercutt Museum, Thurs May 18

Great way to spend the day! Thanks for posting.

Andy
by AndyClary
Mon May 22, 2023 10:06 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: SHOTGUN MUFFLER
Replies: 45
Views: 3366

Re: SHOTGUN MUFFLER

A lot of speedsters run straight pipes. They sound good but they all have a certain RPM range where they get kinda raspy. A more engineery guy could talk about pressure waves and such but all I know is it just happens. Adding an auger in the pipe can mitigate the problem by breaking up the waves. I ...
by AndyClary
Mon May 22, 2023 8:56 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Lake Norman T's (Possible new NC Model T Club)
Replies: 8
Views: 686

Re: Lake Norman T's (Possible new NC Model T Club)

I hope you’re able to form a local chapter. Being involved in a chapter can sometimes be work but is rewarding. While you have been enjoying your T, odds are there are others in your area that just need an excuse to get out there.

Andy
by AndyClary
Mon May 22, 2023 12:01 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What did your chapter do in May?
Replies: 5
Views: 649

Re: What did your chapter do in May?

The important thing is to get out and do something. Have to get the touring muscle memory back.

Andy
by AndyClary
Sun May 21, 2023 12:35 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What did your chapter do in May?
Replies: 5
Views: 649

Re: What did your chapter do in May?

Today we had a flash tour. On short notice 4 cars went on a short tour then stopped at the Sonoma County Museum to view a collection of mostly moveable art by Michael Cooper. He builds the most elaborate kinetic sculptures. I couldn’t get any photos in the museum but some of his pieces can be viewed...
by AndyClary
Fri May 19, 2023 12:04 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Running the Ford Special racer in the dark
Replies: 22
Views: 2120

Re: Running the Ford Special racer in the dark

So it runs rich and has a big cam. You can see the effects of reversion in the intake ports. Cylinders #2 and #3 lean out due to the reversion. Since the carb is rich the center cylinders actually end up with a better mixture at idle as you can see by the exhaust color. You see this effect on the co...
by AndyClary
Thu May 18, 2023 2:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: In car magneto recharge with welder
Replies: 12
Views: 1071

Re: In car magneto recharge with welder

I second the Carnegie method. I was skeptical but it worked for me and it’s pretty simple.


Andy
by AndyClary
Wed May 17, 2023 8:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: What did your chapter do in May?
Replies: 5
Views: 649

What did your chapter do in May?

After record rains, a few seminars and a pancake breakfast, the Redwood Empire Model T Club had it’s first tour of the year. A dozen cars met for donuts and coffee. We then toured Alexander Valley, full of world class vineyards. Even if you don’t drink wine the vineyards make for nice scenery. After...
by AndyClary
Sun May 14, 2023 10:55 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Driveshaft CRACK
Replies: 7
Views: 1043

Re: Driveshaft CRACK

That’s the bearing sleeve, common occurrence.

Andy
by AndyClary
Sat May 13, 2023 9:50 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Model T Racer
Replies: 12
Views: 1124

Re: Model T Racer

Awesome looking speedster Mike. Can’t wait to see it in person. Now the pressure is really on to finish the Mercury.

Andy
by AndyClary
Fri May 12, 2023 6:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Who is using the Forum?
Replies: 26
Views: 1747

Re: Who is using the Forum?

Maybe the question should be “what is the forum being used for”. It’s is hosted by the MTFCA using membership dues. Should we have some more focus on club activities. We have an off topic forum but no place for club and chapter related happenings. Frankly at this point all the “technical” questions ...
by AndyClary
Fri May 12, 2023 12:19 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Brass Step Plates
Replies: 17
Views: 1371

Re: Brass Step Plates

No, the T did not come with step plates. That said, there are thousands of documented accessories and their use can and should be considered “period correct”. I dislike the term purist as it is often used as a term of distain. If someone wants to strive to have as correct a car as possible, more pow...
by AndyClary
Sun May 07, 2023 9:42 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 2023 Santa Clara Endurance Run & Lowland Tour
Replies: 18
Views: 1801

Re: 2023 Santa Clara Endurance Run & Lowland Tour

Last time we went it was 105 when we got to Pleasanton. Gotta get my speedster going.

Andy
by AndyClary
Sat May 06, 2023 7:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Happy 112th!
Replies: 11
Views: 812

Re: Happy 112th!

Looked like a great day.

Andy
by AndyClary
Sat May 06, 2023 3:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Nice 1915 Touring!
Replies: 19
Views: 1892

Re: Nice 1915 Touring!

I looked at all the photos and don’t feel the need to give an opinion as it is very well presented. Unsolicited opinions don’t do anyone any good.


Andy
by AndyClary
Sat May 06, 2023 3:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 2023 Santa Clara Endurance Run & Lowland Tour
Replies: 18
Views: 1801

Re: 2023 Santa Clara Endurance Run & Lowland Tour

The best donuts are at the Mt Hamilton Observatory. The ride on the back side is pretty nice too.

Andy
by AndyClary
Tue May 02, 2023 11:46 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Carbon Trail
Replies: 6
Views: 738

Re: Carbon Trail

Yes, wood is basically carbon waiting to burn. That said, to get a carbon trail in your coil box would require a dire problem in the plug/wire or more likely water in the box. You didn’t wash the original dirt off, did you Larry?

Andy
by AndyClary
Fri Apr 28, 2023 11:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1914 Speedster
Replies: 9
Views: 976

Re: 1914 Speedster

Brass speedsters tend to be registered in the 12-14 range depending mostly on what lights they have. Most speedsters are dated by the donor chassis. My Mercury is registered as a 19 even though the body was not manufactured until around 23. Others just get dated by whatever title you might have. The...
by AndyClary
Fri Apr 28, 2023 8:41 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Camshaft outlook for 2023?
Replies: 52
Views: 7069

Re: Camshaft outlook for 2023?

Good news from Mark. The Chaffins 270 cam has always been an excellent cam. I’m running two now and wouldn’t hesitate to install one in any T.


Andy
by AndyClary
Wed Apr 26, 2023 10:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Minnesota Model T Reunion
Replies: 19
Views: 2340

Re: Minnesota Model T Reunion

Sounds like a great time.

Andy
by AndyClary
Tue Apr 25, 2023 9:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Introducing Miss Spellman’s class (all 23 of them) to the Model T Ford
Replies: 8
Views: 997

Re: Introducing Miss Spellman’s class (all 23 of them) to the Model T Ford

I thought Steven’s car looked cleaner after we left the school.


Andy
by AndyClary
Tue Apr 25, 2023 8:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: A racy guy
Replies: 8
Views: 1114

Re: A racy guy

I’d build a whole car around that speedster radiator


Andy
by AndyClary
Tue Apr 25, 2023 10:10 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Yard long.
Replies: 5
Views: 1153

Re: Yard long.

All TTs? I’m betting they didn’t offer rapid delivery.

Andy
by AndyClary
Tue Apr 25, 2023 12:16 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Redwood Empire Model T Club safety inspection
Replies: 5
Views: 727

Re: Redwood Empire Model T Club safety inspection

After a long wet winter we were happy for the sunny day. I’m sure Wisconsin will catch up soon.

Andy
by AndyClary
Tue Apr 25, 2023 12:13 am
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Old Photos - My 1919 Racer History
Replies: 5
Views: 718

Re: Old Photos - My 1919 Racer History

Glad you were able to keep it in the family Dave.


Andy
by AndyClary
Mon Apr 24, 2023 9:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Introducing Miss Spellman’s class (all 23 of them) to the Model T Ford
Replies: 8
Views: 997

Re: Introducing Miss Spellman’s class (all 23 of them) to the Model T Ford

There were a slug of kids. They sent the school,a video and they had a lesson on old cars. Every class came through.

Andy
by AndyClary
Mon Apr 24, 2023 6:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Installing a ruckstell
Replies: 4
Views: 663

Re: Installing a ruckstell

Like Jerry said, there’s always something. A new Ruckstell kit is a big investment, I wouldn’t hesitate to replace the axles and probably use a roller pinion bearing.


Andy
by AndyClary
Mon Apr 24, 2023 6:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: 1909 Touring project up for grabs
Replies: 14
Views: 1973

Re: 1909 Touring project up for grabs

I’m not a nit picker. It’s correct enough and if it goes for the catalog estimate 14-18k it’s a good buy.


Andy
by AndyClary
Sun Apr 23, 2023 5:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Redwood Empire Model T Club safety inspection
Replies: 5
Views: 727

Re: Redwood Empire Model T Club safety inspection

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Andy
by AndyClary
Sat Apr 22, 2023 10:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Redwood Empire Model T Club safety inspection
Replies: 5
Views: 727

Redwood Empire Model T Club safety inspection

Today our club had our spring safety inspection and pancake breakfast. We had a great turn out and inspected several members cars. I was busy and didn’t get much in the way of photos, hopefully someone will add some more. What did your chapter do this weekend? Andy 02BF25F8-9833-44B2-9F66-3F0778DEB1...
by AndyClary
Thu Apr 20, 2023 11:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion Forum
Topic: Model T’s on the HCCA National Tour
Replies: 17
Views: 2161

Re: Model T’s on the HCCA National Tour

Dan’s photo was from Exeter. They have something like 20 murals on their downtown buildings.

Andy
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