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Announcement - All Support questions have been moved here
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AdminJeff » Mon Jan 28, 2019 11:47 am
In the ongoing quest of reducing forum clutter and keeping the topics relevant to the Model T in the Model T forum, this is the new place to ask for all help on the Forums.
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10,000 octopi can’t be wrong !
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Rich P. Bingham » Tue Mar 26, 2024 6:04 pm
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1921, the novel variety and ingenuity of early tire makers was simply wonderful ! Maybe tires are better nowadays, but they’re sure boring by comparison. IMG_0995.jpeg
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Back in the wild West of advertising where anything goes and buyer beware. :)
Remember Keds and PF Flier tennis shoes with the special heel insert that made you run faster and jump higher!! They were too expensive for my parents. :cry:
If those tires actually stuck to the road, they would also rob horsepower and fuel economy. :roll:
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Thu Mar 28, 2024 6:57 pm
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Wire wheel ID
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RadRacer203 » Thu Mar 28, 2024 7:24 am
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Picking up a '27 Touring in a few weeks, planning on taking the wire wheels and Ruckstell for my '26 coupe, then making it run and pass it along to someone else. I'm just curious if anyone can identify the wire wheels from a couple pictures, just want to make sure they aren't A wheels or something....
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They look like T wheels to me. A model wheels are easy to identify. They have a raised ridge pressed outwards between each stud hole. This stiffens up the hub so the wheels do not crack between the stud holes like some T wheels do.
Allan from down under.
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Thu Mar 28, 2024 6:56 pm
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A what is it question
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CTLeonard » Thu Mar 28, 2024 8:55 am
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The local VFW regained possession of a T that was original to the little town. One thing that sticks out is the hole in the cowl . Sure looks to be a factory looking hole. Anyone know what it is? Thank you IMG_8131.jpg
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There were some bun type side lights with fixed mounting studs on the side rather than the usual rear studs. If there is a corresponding hole on the other side, they could be sidelight mounting holes. The indentation is such that it would aim the lights to the front. It would save the cost of the brackets, something of which Henry would approve....
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Last post by Allan
Thu Mar 28, 2024 6:49 pm
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Pike's Peak in the Speedster - Sept, 1990
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Rich Eagle » Thu Mar 28, 2024 3:19 pm
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After reading about Noel Bullock and others climbing Pike's Peak, I couldn't pass up the opportunity to try it in my Speedster when the 1990 VMCCA in Colorado Springs came along. It was raining but half of the 300 plus cars on tour lined up to make the climb. Joy and the kids opted to stay in the motel for that day. We had to wait for snowplows to...
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What a treat to share that adventure with us, Rich. Great photos ! Thank you !!
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Thu Mar 28, 2024 6:13 pm
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Top for a 12 roadster
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RGould1910 » Thu Mar 28, 2024 4:15 pm
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Ive been given the name of Scott Henningsen in Salinas to make and install a top for my 12 roadster. Does anyone have any experience with him?
He'll need to shave the bows to fit the sockets and install a rear roll up panel with Murphy style fasteners. Looking for a near show quality top.
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Richard G, I have met him, but don't really know him myself. He is well known to the Santa Cruz and Salinas area HCCA people as well as some of the Nickel Age crowd. He has been doing restoration work for a quite a number of years (about thirty years I think?) and his reputation with most of the HCCA crowd is good as far as I have ever heard.
For...
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Thu Mar 28, 2024 5:29 pm
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Finally got windows.
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Dollisdad » Tue Mar 26, 2024 7:07 pm
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Got the glass installed and had to replace the ising glass in the side curtains as they had deteriorated over time. IMG_8696.jpeg IMG_8697.jpeg IMG_8695.jpeg IMG_8693.jpeg Need a little adjusting, but after being rolled up for 30 years they need to relax and stretch a little.
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Tom did you repair and use your Automatic tubing. If so, howd you do it?
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Thu Mar 28, 2024 4:26 pm
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*NEW* Wide-Track Axle Shafts. Any Interest??
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Stephen1915 » Sat Mar 23, 2024 8:42 pm
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••• WIDE TRACK MODEL T OWNERS! •••
•I am in need of having Wide-Track Axle shafts made. More than likely by the manufacturer that makes them for Lang’s.
Spoke with Don Lang and he said he would ASK his current manufacturer if he could do such a thing. So please, if you know of an outfit that could make them out of the proper material,...
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Assuming a lot of 12 could be achieved, any ballpark idea of what a pair of axle shafts would run a guy ? -Dusty
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Thu Mar 28, 2024 4:20 pm
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Capacitor
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Ralph F » Wed Mar 27, 2024 2:29 pm
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I have a question about capacitors, I had some coils rebuilt in 2020 and I had thought it would be a good idea to check them on a strobo spark and have 3 of them that have capacitor that have failed according to the strobo spark. My question is why would I this happen with 4 year old rebuild coils. These coils were professional rebuilt and set up...
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See the ECCT FAQ page for more information on testing ignition coil capacitors using the ECCT.
FAQ: Does the capacitor have to be replaced if it tests POOR?
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Thu Mar 28, 2024 4:17 pm
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muncie
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tdump » Tue Mar 19, 2024 9:18 pm
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I ask about this and it is really to heavy to try to ship but i think it is a good deal.
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Well Mark did you end up with the Muncie?
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Thu Mar 28, 2024 4:12 pm
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Rajo OHV question
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Fisher400 » Thu Mar 28, 2024 7:18 am
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For the guys running a Rajo ohv… or any OHV, do you need to run a water pump? I know in original articles in model t in speed and sport it was a common addition, but it seems the consensus now is a water pump is not needed if the rad is in good working order.
I have a 26 with a bb, hot cam, model a crank and had to remove the water pump and...
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My dad ran a T model Fronty for years in his speedster. Great runner, no pump. That motor is basically unchanged and is now in his brass touring car… with a pump. Smaller radiator, more weight, and no hood louvers may have had something to do with needing the pump…?
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Thu Mar 28, 2024 4:01 pm
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Heater?
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colonelpowers » Wed Mar 27, 2024 8:04 pm
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I am fixing to start working on a new T and while I am thinking about installing a heater in this one. I really don't mind the cold in winter but my wife would rather not freeze. I have been looking at exhaust heaters with the floor grill. They look like they would be the most effective but I wonder how you shut them off in the summer. Would you...
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The heater label on the heater that TRDxB2 shows is not correct but one I copied and added on that heater. I'm sorry if I have added to the confussion. That was my best guess at the time.
Rich
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Last post by Rich Eagle
Thu Mar 28, 2024 1:54 pm
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Sears Wood Model T Body
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J1MGOLDEN » Thu Mar 28, 2024 1:28 pm
Does anyone have any photos of the Sears body that was in the Volo auto museum five years ago, or any other wood kit photos or plans that would fit a 1925 Model T?
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Thu Mar 28, 2024 1:28 pm
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HOYT BATTERY load tester 6V and 12V
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StevenS » Wed Mar 27, 2024 10:09 am
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Does anybody have instructions to this tester. I would like a copy.
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Such devices that do this sort of thing are still availsble. They don't have exposed heated elements.
Art Mirtes
Art, I have seen the new load testers, but I have a soft spot in my heart for old tools. The new ones are the same design, but have pretty colored cases around the load element. Most are made in China, SO ARE THEY REALLY SAFER...
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Thu Mar 28, 2024 1:03 pm
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Has anyone ever driven their T across the Mighty Mac?
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DHort » Tue Mar 26, 2024 12:15 pm
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Wondering what it is like on this bridge? The railings look pretty low, and if the wind is blowing......
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I believe the crossing rate is $2 per axle. They also count axles on your trailer :D George mentioned Drummond Island... been there a few times. Drummond is more of a haven for Jeeps and off-road enthusiasts but there are plenty of places you can drive your Model T. They even give a substantial senior discount on the DI Ferry. A great time to...
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Thu Mar 28, 2024 11:44 am
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Carriage head bolt color?
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signsup » Wed Mar 27, 2024 12:04 pm
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I've read about removing modern maker marks and cutting down the heads and threads to duplicate vintage carriage bolts, but I haven't found anything on the color of them. Presuming it matter where on the T they are installed, but didn't know if they were painted along with the part they are attached to, like gloss black on the body or if they were...
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This is one photo example of a new ambulance and show factory shiny black on chassis, hood, and fenders, would think all the fasteners too are black painted as they were done on the assembly line and painted to finish.
And the rest of the wood body assembly is painted up military style, and you can see clearly the carriage bolt heads on the wood...
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Thu Mar 28, 2024 10:00 am
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A neat Model T video
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Mopar_man » Sat Mar 23, 2024 9:11 pm
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This was a neat video. 2 guys in a 1915 driving around learning and driving at the same time.
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Anytime I get frustrated, discouraged and want to get rid of my T, these videos are a pick me up! I like how they are having fun, learning and have a genuine respect for these cars. I sure hope they make more videos!
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Thu Mar 28, 2024 9:22 am
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American Bosch front plate distributor information
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Bryant » Thu Aug 11, 2022 1:00 pm
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Iam looking for any information related to the American Bosch front plate distributor. Parts books, installation information and the like. 48CD81C0-7475-4D03-BA7A-8D5FB5EFA56F.jpeg this is a type T448 that I have obtained. Any help is much appreciated.
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Sorry I meant to say I used Dan’s timing gear and the distributor gear depth was good.
Andy
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Thu Mar 28, 2024 9:01 am
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New u joints
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RGould1910 » Wed Mar 27, 2024 11:47 pm
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How good are the new u joints offerd by the parts suppliers?
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If you get one, be prepared to do some filing on the corners of the square part to get it to slide into the output plate. Luckily, I had an extra plate that I was able to use for trial fitting before installation. :)
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Thu Mar 28, 2024 8:36 am
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Holley G Rebuild
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schwabd1 » Wed Mar 27, 2024 3:44 pm
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Are there any instructions or guidance on rebuilding a Holley G carb? Where the passages go etc. Loads of stuff on the NH, but all I can find on the G is taking the carb half way apart, cleaning up the parts a little and putting it back together.
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Some instructions by Stan Howe Holley G - specifics by Stan Howe.pdf
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Step by step rebuild instruction for Holley G from Model T Ford Fix Authored by Royce Peterson
Rebuilding a Holley Model G Carburetor
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Thu Mar 28, 2024 1:19 am
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Dedicated Pre-War swap meet section at established meet in Duncan, Oklahoma 49 miles south of Chickasha You interested?
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JTT3 » Mon Mar 18, 2024 11:00 am
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I spoke with Kevin Hammack the organizer of a currently viable Swap meet that is interested in accommodating a prewar section in this growing swap meet.
I’m facing reality that a swap meet around springtime just dedicated to pre-war may not be viable long term but if there were a swap meet where there was a dedicated area & building for pre-war...
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Wed Mar 27, 2024 11:03 pm
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12 Volt reading on my 6 volt ammeter
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SamInStL » Wed Mar 27, 2024 2:03 pm
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I'm trying to solve some electrical problems on a car that has a 12 volt Texas T alternator. I don't pretend to know much about electricity so I need some help. At anything above an idle the ammeter is pegged at 20 amps. Someone told me that because I am using an original 6 volt ammeter with a 12 volt system the reading is double--a 20 amp reading...
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An alternator rated at 50 amps (for instance) can deliver 50 amps for some period of time without damage. Most alternators can deliver about 1/4 or more of their rated output at engine idle. If you start a car with a partially discharged battery and turn on the lights and heater, the charge rate might reach 40 amps or more until the battery charge...
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Wed Mar 27, 2024 9:39 pm
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Coil Box Security Strap
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ernieh247 » Wed Mar 27, 2024 10:14 am
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I am rebuilding my coil box and purchased a security strap. How do I secure it to the box? There is not a hole in the firewall for it to extend through.
Based on the diagrams it shows a screw or something like that attaching to the end. That did not come with the strap.
Thanks,
Ernie
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Has the other end of your strap been bent to form a T? That may account for the extra length.
Allan from down under.
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Wed Mar 27, 2024 9:21 pm
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MTFCA board meeting
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bnchief » Wed Mar 20, 2024 8:14 am
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Anyone here going to go I am.
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Congratulations Steve and Steve. Good to see you Ed. and Eric. Hope to see some of you at the National Tour in San Diego county in June.
Norm
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Wed Mar 27, 2024 7:59 pm
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Fighting valve stemms on demountable rims
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signsup » Tue Mar 26, 2024 11:35 am
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Installing tubes and flaps and new tires on demountable rims. I have a three leg universal rim spreader that does not connect to the square bolt hole lugs on the rim, but overhangs the outside lip of the rim while spreading and retracting, which causes a little distortion in the rim while doing so. But my issues is I get the valve stem straight up...
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On my previous military Model T, I went with a more aggressive, knobby tread design, but on the ambulance, I went with a more traditional tread design. I've had these on the shelf for a while. Universal tires. Tubes were what came out of the depot hack, all held air and contine to do so. universal tire 1.JPG universal tire 2.JPG
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Wed Mar 27, 2024 7:19 pm
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PayPal
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Campbell Tellman » Wed Mar 27, 2024 3:27 pm
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Hey fellow T people. I am trying to buy something for my 1916 Touring. I am offering his asking price but he will only accept friends and family payment. What are the advantages or disadvantages for me?
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I try to use PayPal friends and family when I buy or sell, if the seller is a known forum member, I use Friends and family. I have passed buying several items because seller only wants a check or money order. I’ve done both personal checks and money orders, but no longer !
I’ll pay with bill pay check out of my banking app, it’s also a hassle,...
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Wed Mar 27, 2024 7:16 pm
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bakelite repair
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Ralph F » Sat Mar 23, 2024 8:01 am
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Morning from snowy Vermont, I need to repair a broken piece of bakelite from the bottom of my coil box switch base. I am wonder what would be the best adhesive would be to use.
Thanks
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As he says, bondo! If it’s a significant piece use mar-glass.
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Wed Mar 27, 2024 4:29 pm
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1927 Chicago traffic jam.
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John kuehn » Wed Mar 27, 2024 12:57 pm
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The Facebook page had this posted as a 1927 traffic jam but not sure sexactly.
Expanding the page I can see what looks like a 25 or later T coupe halfway down on the right next to the curb. The T’s if there are very many must have gotten hot if that was a summer photo! It looks like it was a big mess toward the top of the jamb as a few cars were...
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Nothing has changed…😁
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Wed Mar 27, 2024 1:56 pm
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Mercury Update
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AndyClary » Thu Mar 21, 2024 9:48 am
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Finally some progress. Motor running just need everything else. Sorry for the mess.
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Hi Andy, my IN-Box was full when you emailed me so it kicked back at ya. A wonderful brake setup you have ! Chat soon -Dusty
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Wed Mar 27, 2024 1:53 pm
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Minnesota Swapmeet April 20.
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BobP » Thu Mar 21, 2024 12:17 pm
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We are having our 7TH annual Model T-Model A Ford era pre war swap meet and car show at our farm on April 20th 2024 starting at 7am. All makes and models welcome, free overnight primitive camping. Free setup and admission. Restroom on site, Located at Bob and Helen Peterson's farm. 7525 Co. 12 Blvd. Kenyon, Mn. 55946 50 miles S. of St. Paul. Buy,...
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Wed Mar 27, 2024 12:47 pm
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Gas tank, installation on 22 doctors coupe
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Wayne Mims » Fri Mar 22, 2024 11:42 am
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I have a 22 doctors coupe and the gas tank was just set inside the truck with a couple of two by fours which were not secure to the floor and it was not mounted level. Does anybody have pictures or descriptions of how it was? mounted If you see missed spelled words, I'm letting the computer spill because I can't oh, I need the measurements for the...
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Border patrol
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Rich P. Bingham » Mon Mar 25, 2024 7:45 pm
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It’s a puzzle for sure Allan, but what is visible of the engine is definitely model T.
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That’s a carload!
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My guess is that that fellow made a decent living providing temporary power when and where needed. Lots of equipment had been made to run off stationary engines of many types, harvesters, corn huskers, saws, pumps, and the list goes on and on. During harvest season, many farmers might need stationary power in several places, and moving their one...
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Tue Mar 26, 2024 10:27 pm
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Everything quit
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OldTimerTT » Tue Mar 26, 2024 4:05 pm
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Hello, After backing out my TT to do some spring maintenance I went to start it up to take a ride. It started and stalled, when I went to start it again I had nothing. No coils buzzing, starter didnt spin engage.....I have 6volt power to it all but it all is dead. I even tried to put a jumper form the batt to the starter, nothing! Ideas?
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Ground issue. Harbor Freight for a battery tester.
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Tue Mar 26, 2024 9:46 pm
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Model TT questions
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Haas » Mon Mar 25, 2024 7:44 pm
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Hello all! I have this 1926? model TT dump truck (I do have the bed for it as well) that was in a fire in the late 50s and has been parked since then. It's on my list of maybe someday projects, and surprisingly the engine is not siezed even after sitting outside since it burned. I was looking it over as I tend to do every now and then, and I...
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Here is what the Model TT Ruckstell rear end internal parts look like. I try to buy them when they come up for sale cheap, and if they are close to me. I will also pick up or take drop offs when we travel.
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Tue Mar 26, 2024 9:30 pm
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Supporting the Hood
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mknox21 » Tue Mar 26, 2024 1:11 pm
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Hi T folks!
What are some of the creative ways you support your T's hood when it sits open for an extended period or display? Cloth? Foam? Wedges? Purchased equipment?
Thanks!
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I found the 2016 thread about hood props. Lots of good ideas: www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/599638/603195.html?1452643187. Jim Patrick
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Tue Mar 26, 2024 9:00 pm
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Reading the tea leaves
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vping » Sat Mar 23, 2024 6:59 pm
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Finally, got it running. All electrical issues worked out and it starts almost immediately. I had it idling for about 15-20 minutes to bring it up to temp. Other than a few small oil leaks, I'm chuffed. Timing lever was about 6 clicks out, throttle was all the way up at it's shower speed.
Please let me know what you feel I need to do based on the...
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All makes sense.
No water pump or oiler to my knowledge.
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Tue Mar 26, 2024 6:30 pm
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Prus head is on and TESTED.
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Gen3AntiqueAuto » Mon Mar 18, 2024 12:49 pm
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Anyone interested in finding out what the compression of a new 8:1 Prus head is in PSI?
If you didn't see the multiple times I used bluing to check for interference with the pistons - run through the playlist.
I believe there are two videos where the pistons hit the head (Z head was worse bang just to be fair).
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Clearance between the top of piston and the underside of the combustion chamber to generate quench (create turbulence) should be around 0.038 to 0.060. On a flat motor, quench can become problematic, because you need space around the valves to generate effective laminar flow both underneath and around the valve heads (increase cc volume). The only...
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Tue Mar 26, 2024 6:29 pm
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Soldering a T gas tank
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Bruce Compton » Wed Feb 08, 2023 12:41 am
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My '14 T has a very minor fuel tank leak in the area where the sediment bowl screws in and I'm going to attempt a soldering repair. I have a large electric soldering iron, and the tank is not rusty inside or out, so should I be concerned about a big bang ??? Not going anywhere near it with an open flame, just the soldering iron, solder and flux...
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We could discuss this until the cows came home.
The safest thing to do is never get out of bed! Anything else you do might risk injury.
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Tue Mar 26, 2024 6:25 pm
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Is a 1911 Built With Many NonOriginal Parts Worthy of Being Here?
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NorthSouth » Fri Mar 15, 2024 2:36 pm
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Here is a touchy topic for discussion;
Since finishing restoration and then taking my new pride and joy out on tours, it, and I, have been ridiculed by some in our local Clubs for bring a piece of $#!% or a Faux Eleven , or a Hodgepodge or a Disneyland car to the event. The kicker was when a long time and respected Model T-er said that my T is...
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I started restoring my 1914 Touring by finding the manufacturing date (October 1913) and was determined to make sure every nut and bolt was correct. I was pleased to find out how many original parts were there and how correct the car was. I worked hard to make sure everything I did was correct. As I got closer to finishing the car I realized how...
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Tue Mar 26, 2024 5:43 pm
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24 roadster wood questions
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Karl Von Neumann » Sun Mar 17, 2024 10:51 am
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I have a 24 roadster can be seen here I gathered up all the brackets and parts for the most part. I intend to fab a new wood structure to hold it all together does anyone happen to know the size of the main sub rails mainly height and with
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You need a set of wood plans by Mel Miller or Leon Parker.
Someone needs to find out what happened to all of their plans, buy the rights and start reproducing them.
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Tue Mar 26, 2024 4:51 pm
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Model T aftermarket radiator?
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John kuehn » Thu Mar 21, 2024 9:56 am
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Here’s a photo of a T with a aftermarket radiator or is it just the shell.
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Thanks Susanne, I'm still equally impressed at what a good car it's been. One great package. By the way, speaking of a great package, I still miss your dad. One of the greatest.
Ed aka #4
As do I, Ed... So many, many good times, from crawling through swap meets to late nights working in the garage on the chassis (much to mom's consternation...
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Tue Mar 26, 2024 2:27 pm
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Jumbo Giant Transmission?
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colonelpowers » Mon Mar 25, 2024 6:47 pm
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I was talking to a fellow today who has an old Jumbo Giant Transmission that he might sell. I searched the forum for some information and found a lot out but I wanted to see how you can identify the different models. He said that he had no idea if it was a 333 or 666. Is it stamped somewhere so I can tell him where to look? Does anyone have any...
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Finding the original couplers is very difficult, and often sellers want a bunch of money for them because they know you aren't going to walk down the aisle and get another one.
The couplers can be made if you know a good machinist that will work for cheap? Otherwise, they can be expensive to have made!
The 2 coupler parts need to be properly...
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Tue Mar 26, 2024 1:06 pm
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26/27 rear wheel drum rubbing
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signsup » Sun Mar 24, 2024 10:21 am
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Got wooden wheels off and sanded up and ready for paint. While test fitting on rear backing plates, one side fits great and spins very easily and hand operation of the brake cam stops the wheel. The other side is very tight to go on and takes significant force to rotate the wheel in either direction. I have switched the wheels and no difference,...
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The problem I mentioned is with the reproduction SHOE, not the lining…
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Last post by Adam
Tue Mar 26, 2024 12:50 pm
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Blockley clincher tires
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Will » Mon Mar 25, 2024 8:50 pm
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Before I pull the trigger on a new set of Blockley clincher tires and tubes has anybody have any experience with them? Thank you.
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I’m happy with mine, installed so easy I thought I did something wrong. Ordered 4 tires and tubes at once, was close to 1300 with shipping so buy them for the quality because the price is pretty close to say a wards riverside. Bought everything at once so customs was about 60 bucks.
Andy
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Tue Mar 26, 2024 10:02 am
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Bakersfield, some observations
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speedytinc » Mon Mar 25, 2024 11:45 am
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The Bakersfield meet appears going to be really strong this year. There are more horseless carriage spots pre sold than Other spaces. Our areas are filling fast. The venue reserved another 2 sections of the meet for us. Going to be a great meet.
Sharing swap meets with others is going to be the norm in the future. Bakersfield & Chickasha are...
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You are not actually needed by the employees because they will still get paid regardless of your presence. The event chairperson is present scratch games . It normally gets off to a good start with everyone buzzing with energy and enthusiasm, but soon it becomes difficult to recruit someone to take over the chairman's role due to the heavy...
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Mon Mar 25, 2024 11:54 pm
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What have you done to your Model T in March?
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NealW » Sun Mar 10, 2024 7:20 pm
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The month is 1/3 over, and no posts on this topic yet!
I can't say that I've done anything on our two T's, as they are still on jacks for the winter, but my wonderful wife finished this wall hanging quilt of our 1911 touring that we restored for my birthday at the beginning of the month. She used the picture below it as the inspiration.
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Good to know Art!
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Mon Mar 25, 2024 9:41 pm
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Mon Mar 25, 2024 6:19 pm
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SCVMTFC 53rd Annual Speedster Endurance Run & Lowland Tour - Save the Date
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Cbhirdo » Thu Oct 12, 2023 12:08 am
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June 8-9, 2024. 53rd Annual Speedster Endurance Run and Lowland Tour hosted by the Santa Clara Valley Model T Ford Club. Come join us for the First and the Oldest Run. Hold the dates and watch our website at for location, details, registration and entry information as they develop. Chris Bhirdo, Chairperson, cbhirdo@gmail.com
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John, are you coming??? That'll complete the package!
Ed aka #4
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Mon Mar 25, 2024 4:57 pm
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An other dumb distributor question
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Craig Leach » Mon Mar 25, 2024 12:10 pm
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There has been some discussion about aftermarket distributors and I would like to get this cleared up in my mind. As I understand there was
or is a gentleman that designed & manufactured the drive to run a Bosch distributor on a model T. What I cant seem to figure out is what was
his name? So far I have heard Rader, Raider, Reader, Reeder & R.G....
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I have somewhere a W.L. Kirk bronze/brass front plate assembly that is made for a camshaft driven oil pump and a side mount magneto.
He actually rebuilt the engine in my 1912 T. I don't know how long ago, but it has been many, many decades ago. Since I have own the car, I have driven this car about 80,000 (yes, eighty-thousand) miles and the...
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Mon Mar 25, 2024 4:45 pm
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WTB Regan Brake Switch
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Tmooreheadf » Mon Mar 25, 2024 1:26 pm
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Does anyone have a John Regan brake switch they don’t need and may want to sell? My switch has gone south ( hogs head mounted style) and the Regan ones are not available at this time. PM me if you have one!
Thanks
Tom
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It's not difficult to make your own switch. 1: sheet metal scraps to make a body and lever. 2: spring attached to the pedal shaft and the lever. 3: The least expensive push button temporary switch from the hardware store. When you step on the pedal, the spring pulls the lever against the push button to turn on the brake lights.
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Last post by Steve Jelf
Mon Mar 25, 2024 2:20 pm
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You tell me
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Dollisdad » Tue Aug 29, 2023 4:33 pm
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5” stretch frame with 5” stretch torpedo hood. Show me what you would do for a body. IMG_6469.jpeg
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Great thread! I’m enjoying this progress!
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Mon Mar 25, 2024 1:46 pm
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Capacitors
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Dennis_Brown » Sun Mar 24, 2024 9:55 pm
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What is the difference in capacitors with the same rating? On the computer I put in .47 400V capacitors and came up with several capacitors with this rating and varied prices from .75 cents to $8.
I am not an electronics person so plain language works best.
I do remember being automotive college 60 years ago and having some one charge up a...
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Various capacitors types cited above by Frank are designed for specific circuit electrical charteristics. Costa are all over the map.
As Chris points out above the critical Dv/Dt specification (rate of change of voltage/rate of change in time, expressed in volts per micro seconds) is the key charteristic that is absolutely required to...
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Last post by Ron Patterson
Mon Mar 25, 2024 1:36 pm
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Has Anyone Tried Laminated Glass for Acetylene Headlight Lenses?
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CudaMan » Sun Mar 24, 2024 4:09 pm
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I managed to crack the flat glass lens on one of the E&J 333 acetylene headlights on my 1912 Flanders 20. I plan to take it to my local glass shop to have a new one made. Should I ask them to make the new one out of plain flat glass like the original, or would laminated glass work? I wonder how well laminated glass would hold up to the heat (I do...
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My vote is plain flat glass. Laminated glass is thinner and may break easier. I would also be concerned about the heat and the laminate.
That's what I was thinking as well - the glass on an acetylene light gets toasty, and I'd worry about the laminate between the sheets.
I had a local glass company make one out of some plate glass for the gas...
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Last post by Susanne
Mon Mar 25, 2024 12:06 pm
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Ford Pliers Question
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Kenny Edmondson » Sat Mar 23, 2024 1:24 pm
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What does the S&R mean after the Ford script?
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I was going to say Search and Rescue, which I still try to do to barn fresh parts in the wild!!! :lol:
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Last post by Susanne
Mon Mar 25, 2024 11:27 am
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What are you bringing to Luray?? Post it here to let us know.
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James_Lyons-WV » Sun Mar 17, 2024 5:19 am
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We are less than two-months away from Luray!! (May 10 & 11 for the Swap meet, and May 12-14 for the MTFCI Spring Regional Tour!!)
I am bringing:
Model T engine parts
Dodge Brothers Model T Front axle
1918 Coil Box - beautifully restored.
Nice looking Black - n - brass era, Brass Radiator
Various other Model T related items
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Hey Donnie,
Here is the field layout 2023 w/ vendor names.
We set this up at the entrance of the swap meet.
Camping on site is permitted. The VFW is trying to get shower rooms installed on site as well.
Hope this helps.
We are old school 😁
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Mon Mar 25, 2024 9:44 am
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Jack rabbit clutch
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greenacres36 » Sun Mar 24, 2024 9:04 pm
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On its cover, this may seem like a stupid question, but here goes anyway. I put a new jackrabbit clutch in my 26 a couple years ago. I started having problems with the car wanting to creep when I come to a stoplight or stop sign. It actually pulled the engine down slightly. Upon further inspection, I found that the clutch was significantly out of...
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Which clutch do you have? The smooth or the waffle ? It may not really make any difference
Both of the ones I put together had to be adjusted by changing the number of discs that were intended to be used to get the total thickness needed. Look up the dimension of the factory pack. This is rather important to make every thing work good. This is...
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Sun Mar 24, 2024 11:47 pm
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Bronze Thrust Washers
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GeorgeHounslow » Sun Mar 24, 2024 4:20 pm
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Hi All,
Another question if I may, I had the back axle apart last winter (2022/23) as I wanted to check the thrust washers had been replaced with bronze ones, which they had, there didn't appear very much side to side movement of the back wheels/half shafts/diff assembly at that time but today I checked and there does seem to be some, I wondered...
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I use one of our brass $1 coins to replace the fibre washer between the axles. They are thick enough that they can be sanded down to make a custom fit for the particular job. A collapsed bronze diff thrust may allow the crown wheel and pinion gear to over-ride one another. Hence the safety compromise, because you will lose the Ford transmission...
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Last post by Wayne Sheldon
Sun Mar 24, 2024 10:12 pm
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Stevens Tools
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Michael Peternell » Sat Mar 23, 2024 5:02 pm
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Found an old catalog with quite a listing of Stevens tools. image000000.jpg image000000.jpg image000003.jpg image000002.jpg
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Very nice. Would be interested in more pics. Is the other stuff mostly accessories or more tools by other makers?. I would really be interested in any camping items if they also sold camp items. Thanks for posting it.
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Last post by dobro1956
Sun Mar 24, 2024 10:04 pm
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HCCA TOUR Chattanooga???
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Dan Hatch » Fri Mar 08, 2024 1:55 pm
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Is anyone on here going ? March 15-20. Should be some nice cars there. Dan
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No Jackson automobiles on this tour. Also, there was a Lozier, Thomas Flyer, EMF and a studebaker.
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Sun Mar 24, 2024 9:45 pm
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Warped manifold
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Erik Barrett » Thu Mar 21, 2024 9:27 pm
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Here’s a job I don’t much like doing but has to happen sometimes. I don’t have time on this job to wait a week for a new manifold so I had to straighten this one. It was worth doing because it is in pretty good shape other than the warp. It was tweaked so badly I essentially had to break it in two and weld it back together straight. I use a powder...
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Art, just a 1/16 bend is an ideal candidate for an offset gland ring. No need to straighten it. I have posted photos showing how to do this, but Others will have to direct you to the post.
Allan from down under
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Sun Mar 24, 2024 7:45 pm
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1926 Fordoor
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tinner12 » Sun Mar 24, 2024 4:29 pm
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can someone give me a diagram of the wiring for the dome light on me 4dor. I have the dome light and the switch is on the post but I don;'nt know where the wires go
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If you notice the diagram doesn’t show which terminal of the dash main switch the wire goes to or maybe I didn’t see it but hope the earlier post will guide you. Good luck!
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Last post by John kuehn
Sun Mar 24, 2024 6:39 pm
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For Don Booth
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martinola » Fri Mar 22, 2024 11:35 am
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Dear Mr. Booth.
I see that you’re asking for your account to be deleted. I’m sure it’s for good personal reasons, but I ask you to reconsider.
Who am I? I’m one of the people who would like to own a Model T, but can’t right now, (or as it’s looking, may never be able to).
I’ve just scrolled thru your 1916 center door thread for the 5th or 6th...
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I have noticed quite a few people in recent months complaining about not being able to post photos here. I have no idea what the problem is or where it lies. I haven't posted a lot of photos for several years myself, for a different issue. I have never had much trouble on this forum for many years posting photos if the photo is on my computer. I...
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Last post by Wayne Sheldon
Sun Mar 24, 2024 6:15 pm
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Refurbishing Steering Wheel
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JBog » Fri Mar 22, 2024 11:56 am
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Does anyone have any tips on refurbishing the old rubber black steering wheels? Mine has some cracks and is generally worn looking.
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Ahhh! Live on the edge. Repair it! Use SEM's product. 50 second glue or panel bonding adhesive. Look at the sem's product sheets to determine application.
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Sun Mar 24, 2024 5:30 pm
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Oil Leak
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GeorgeHounslow » Sat Mar 23, 2024 5:48 pm
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Hi All,
I have found out that the cause of my rear axle oil leaks is engine oil leaking into the back axle and out one of the axle ends. I have followed the kind advice of several people on this forum regarding the installation of the inner neoprene seals - I have also fitted outer neoprene seals. I have been filling the U-Joint with grease on a...
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Many Thanks to all of you for your responses, I will make sure to check each of your suggestions in the coming week before I next go on a drive.
I have also now rotated the 4th main at someone else's kind suggestion, and that seems to be working so far today.
Thank you again for all your help.
George
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Sun Mar 24, 2024 4:18 pm
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Steve Jelf is home safe and sound
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DHort » Sat Feb 24, 2024 8:56 pm
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Just got done talking to Steve as he was relaxing in his LR in front of the fireplace. Dallas Fort Worth airport was an experience for him, but they were able to get him from one terminal to the other in time to catch his flight. He stopped at Walmart to stock up and is now home. We talked for a bit and I would swear he never suffered from a car...
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Steve is not only well and home but we were treated to a visit by him at the mtfca board meeting where received a great award congrats Steve.
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Sun Mar 24, 2024 4:14 pm
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Chicago transmission information
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Michael Peternell » Sun Mar 24, 2024 11:38 am
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Found this in the same catalog as the Stevens tools. PXL_20240324_152954528.jpg
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Nice advertisement ! Wonder why the cost difference between the TT & the car ?
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Last post by RajoRacer
Sun Mar 24, 2024 1:22 pm
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New day timer
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BarrettR » Tue Feb 27, 2024 4:44 pm
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Does anyone know when the new day brush timer first came out originally?
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Gotta agree that the TW Timer is a very good device. I’ve run them for quite a while, and am on Tim’s list for getting some brushes made.
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Last post by Dave Young
Sun Mar 24, 2024 10:23 am
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Casting Marks on Intake Manifold
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RVA23T » Sun Mar 24, 2024 9:48 am
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What are the rectangle and dimpled inclusions on this intake manifold from or for?
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casting chaplets used to stabilize the core.
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Sun Mar 24, 2024 10:22 am
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VIDEO: Update on @FlivverChannel collab video
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ModelTMitch » Sat Mar 23, 2024 5:42 am
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Hi all,
Just a quick update to let you all know that the collab video I've been working on, with Steven Park from Ontario, Canada, will be going live on YouTube on Tuesday, 26th March 2024, Australian Eastern Standard Time. Here's the video with the details...
Since Steven is the host of this video collaboration, ahead of my own edit of the...
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Looking good Steven, I hadn't even considered an audio-only version as a podcast! I'll have to look into that too!
I look forward to seeing your video go live.
The collaboration video will be available on YouTube on Sunday March 24 at 8pm Eastern, and anytime thereafter.
If you prefer audio podcasts, please use one of the following links,...
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Sun Mar 24, 2024 6:04 am
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Spark plugs
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vping » Sun Feb 25, 2024 7:43 pm
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I hope this question does not spark any issues about looking in the archives. A search did not give me the answers I was looking for.
Starter and charging issues resolved, the T started and ran great. Since it has not run in many years, I decided to let it run for awhile and warm up and it did great. I shut it down and about 10 minutes later, it...
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Vincent, Muriel is even closer!
Allan from down under.
Love it!! Muriel it is.
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Sat Mar 23, 2024 9:18 pm
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Those darn college kids!
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Dollisdad » Sat Mar 23, 2024 1:19 pm
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That antennae looking thing appears to have been added to the picture, either drawn in or photoshopped.
I was thinking that the rear pole and wires didn't show up very well so were drawn in. The upper rear cross piece can be seen but not the pole holding it. ;)
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Last post by Mark Gregush
Sat Mar 23, 2024 9:09 pm
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Those Modified VW Distributor For Model T Ignitions
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J1MGOLDEN » Thu Mar 21, 2024 5:51 pm
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Does anyone go back far enough to know which company was the first to modify the VW Distributor for Model T use, and sell a kit with directions to install it?
There are at least two companies that sold them over 30 years ago!
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Guy, Bill was supplying R. G. Reeder with the VW Distributors until he ran out of them.
I thought he had a VW junk yard, but I didn't know him or whether he was rebuilding them.
I did not know J. C. Whitney was selling new ones, so the company in the other side of their warehouse probably had them too.
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Sat Mar 23, 2024 8:21 pm
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Edison Spark Plugs.
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jiminbartow » Thu Feb 01, 2024 11:19 pm
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I know the Edison #14 spark plug fits the Model T. Are there any other numbers that will fit the Model T? Jim Patrick
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I'm resurrecting this thread to up my offer - I will trade TWO Edison 14 plugs for ONE Edison 13 plug.
Why?
Because I run Edison 13s in my 1912 Flanders, but I have no spares.
I run Edison 14s in my 1924 Model T, but I have some spares that I could trade.
Still not selling any Edison plugs outright, just offering to trade as outlined above....
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Last post by CudaMan
Sat Mar 23, 2024 7:23 pm
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My New Ride
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rnwilliams » Sun Mar 03, 2024 7:09 pm
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Woke up Saturday morning, my grandson called and wanted me to go fishing with him. I took a look at Facebook while I was getting ready and low and behold, look what popped up. I made contact with the owner and before lunch rolled around, I was on my way to St. Louis. Back home by midnight. Fish weren't biting anyway.
This truck originally...
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Didn't I see that truck in Grapes of Wrath ? A truly nice original!
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Sat Mar 23, 2024 5:49 pm
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Radiator Stone Guard
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Nunsio1 » Tue Jun 06, 2023 9:32 am
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Does anyone know of a stone guard available for tall T radiator? Did they ever use one?
With the price of a radiator these days it might be a good thing.
John
Oscoda, Michigan
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I assume with some work involved, a 28-29 A stone guard could be made to work, even if it didn't fit perfectly, but at Home Depot, Lowes, and most well stocked hardware stores, they sell sheets of expanded metal (usually aluminum) in various patterns.
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Sat Mar 23, 2024 4:03 pm
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improvements
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ryanpad » Fri Mar 22, 2024 2:14 pm
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Do lighter aluminum pistons significantly reduce vibration?
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I guess the only improvement I’ll do going back up is the one piece valves.
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Vince, if you don't have a way to accurately check the balance of your T crankshaft and flywheel/transmission assembly, at least weigh your rods and pistons and match them in weight. I've read Ford did not do this at the factory, but instead weighed them and just...
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Stewart Speedometer Drive Question
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Boaski » Sat Mar 09, 2024 7:01 pm
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The driven gear for the speedometer needs replaced. The odd thing is it's a 17 tooth gear and all of the replacement ones I can find are 16 tooth. I have no idea of what it was originally on as I found a receipt from when the guy that restored my T bought the whole package at a swap meet back in 1980. I think he paid $100 for it. If I have to I'll...
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Disassembly of the swivel can be found in my speedometer book published by the MTFCA. I hope this helps. Russ Furstnow
I picked up a cop of your book on ebay. Great book with very helpful instructions! Thanks for letting me know that it exists.
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New York to San Francisco via Lincoln Highway
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MikeV » Wed Oct 11, 2023 3:00 pm
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Speedway Motors Museum of American Speed has a 1924 Model T Touring Car that represents the 10,000,000th Model T. In June of 1924 Ford Motor company drove the 10,000,000th car from New York to San Francisco via the Lincoln Highway. The car in the Museum has made the trip twice, once on the 50th anniversary and once on the 75th anniversary! The...
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How about meeting up with this outfit for part of this ride, Larry?
Their itinerary shows them coming through Lake Tahoe on the way to San Francisco. On the way across the state they'll go right through my town between Sacramento and Stockton. I hope to meet them at Tahoe and go with them to San Francisco, then back home.
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Last post by Dan Haynes
Sat Mar 23, 2024 2:41 pm
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Just west of Luray.
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Mopar_man » Sat Mar 23, 2024 12:46 pm
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And kinda common along 81 through the Shannondoah Valley.
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Sat Mar 23, 2024 2:38 pm
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Can this drag link be straightened?
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Mark Nunn » Fri Mar 22, 2024 8:17 am
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A local gentleman asked for guidance regarding a '27 Tudor that was owned by his recently-deceased father. His father hit a rut when parking the T and bent the drag link. I told him that it could be straightened. Then he sent this photo. I am questioning my advice. What do you all think? I saw older threads about straightening drag links but none...
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Nice jig there, Ken !
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Sat Mar 23, 2024 2:35 pm
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Tire problem
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Will » Fri Mar 22, 2024 7:06 pm
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I’m trying to mount so tires with new Coker tubes, after killing 3 new tubes I’ve ran into a new issue. In my last tube I can’t get the tube to seat in the grove. I’ve tried two separate rims thinking that was the problem. Tomorrow I will try a different tire.I tried to load a photo but don’t think it worked
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U tube.
Put in a search - like :Changing model T tires.
Several videos will show as well as past MTFCA posts on the subject.
Back when clincher tires were made correctly, when the beads are set there was overlapping rubber inner edges so the tube stayed nestled in the tire & never touched the rim. Separate flaps were unnecessary in clinchers....
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Sat Mar 23, 2024 11:35 am
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Question about axle shaft length 1912 Runabout
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Distagon2 » Fri Mar 22, 2024 2:36 pm
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I have run up against something that is puzzling me on my 1912 Runabout (pictured) which I am re-restoring. Trying to get everything mechanically just right before I put sheet metal back on. I went through the rear axle brakes and got them cleaned up and set right. Then when I went to put the wheels on, one side did not go on all the way as shown...
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Swapped the wheels, no difference.
I have not been into the rear axle, assuming previous owner restored it properly. However, I think it worthwhile to unbutton it and see what's going on. For all I know, it has the babbitt thrust still in it. Something isn't right, and there is really only one way to find out what the problem is.
1912...
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Sat Mar 23, 2024 8:40 am
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Anyone recognize this 1914 T?
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wittaero » Fri Mar 22, 2024 4:07 pm
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We just recently purchased this 1914 Model T Truck are doing a deep dive into its past after we found out it has a AACA Senior National First Place Winner badge from 1997 attached to it. After contacting the AACA, we found out the truck was shown by Tom Schenck from East Flat Rock, NC. An internet search led me to his obituary…. He passed away in...
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AACA Class 22A: “Commercial vehicles. Load class under 1 ton. Thru 1927”
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Last post by George House
Sat Mar 23, 2024 7:03 am
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Coil tar/bitumen removal
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Craig Leach » Wed Mar 20, 2024 6:30 pm
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I recently purchased a Atwater-Kent Model K coil-switch box. Sadly it doesn't work. I would like to try repairing it but like model T coils it is full
of tar/ bitumen. I have removed tar from Ford coils with a screw drive( but I have a idea what is in a Ford coil ) I have no idea what is in a
Atwater - Kent coil or where it is. Do any of you have...
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Craig,
I use a paint stripper with a funnel to meld the tar out of the model T coils. Just pay attention not burning the wood on the sides.
Good luck
Andre
Belgium
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Sat Mar 23, 2024 3:41 am
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Stevens Tooling
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Mudman1959 » Fri Mar 22, 2024 5:48 pm
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Is there anyone making a reproduction of this tooling or know where I can purchase an Original Tooling Kit?
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Jack is no longer making the frame. I contacted him a year or so ago about it. High casting cost and low demand being the reason. They do pop up for sale every once in a while. Best bet is to pay someone to repair your axle.
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Last post by sweet23
Fri Mar 22, 2024 9:01 pm
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Mr Jackson's Speedster c.1910
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DanTreace » Fri Mar 22, 2024 3:52 pm
Just received this photo from Sara, our local historian in the nearby town of Melrose, FL.
Shows great detail, even with colorization, of the special build that Harry Jackson did on this Ford chassis. Jackson was a local crafty fellow, who owned businesses in Melrose at the turn of the 1900s, among some were water works, wood works shops, casket...
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Fri Mar 22, 2024 3:52 pm
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Chickasha swapmeet ends
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Gene_French » Sun Mar 17, 2024 12:26 pm
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Sadly this years Chickasha Swapmeet will be the last ( for now) ... the cost of operation and difficulties in coordinating all the necessary functions have become too great ... the reduced vendor attendance and increased cost have made it impractical to continue this meet ...
i want to thank the Erslands for the massive amount of work they have...
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I just got back from a antique radio meet in charlotte and the parking lot was sorda full but I didn't see very many young people out there. all were older.
and alot of literally free to take home stuff. so many people have died that worked on the old radios there is a shrinking market. I guess it is the same for the prewar cars.
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Last post by tdump
Fri Mar 22, 2024 1:25 pm
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balancing beads
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Will » Tue Mar 19, 2024 9:53 am
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Has anyone found any difference in the balancing beads sold by Dyna balance (the company that originated the product) or the ones that are being sold by the competitors. There's a marked difference in price between the two and I was wondering if the extra money would be worth going with the Dyna bead company compared to the ones called Conteract...
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Before putting balance beads in my tires I talked to the owner of a local tire shop. He said they put balance beads in a lot of large tires used on trucks and agricultural equipment. Indeed, he says it's the only way to get some types of tires to balance at all. With tubeless tires they just throw in a bag or two of beads when installing the...
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Fri Mar 22, 2024 12:13 pm
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Tie Rod end bolt
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SteveK » Mon Mar 18, 2024 11:13 pm
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My truck came with virtually no cotter pins on the castle nuts so I've been going through adding them everywhere they belong. My steering works fine with no binding but the bolt through the castle nut on the tie rod end will not budge. I've soaked it for 2 weeks with PB Blaster and even used an impact hammer to see if it would move, but it will...
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There is a simple tool you can buy called a nut splitter that makes removing rust on nuts a cinch. They are available in different sizes. I used a cold chisel to split nuts on exhaust manifolds on my antique tractors until I got these tools. Be careful to not mess up the threads on the bolt as you could damage the threads inside the yoke as well....
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Last post by Harvey Bergstrom
Fri Mar 22, 2024 10:08 am
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Universal T-Driver | 30x3.5
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Will » Wed Mar 20, 2024 5:55 pm
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I was told by Coker that the Universal T-Driver | 30x3.5 wont be in until late May, It seems that about the same story for the rest of the 30-3-1/2 T tires.
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Thanks Steve, I checked out the site. I really like the tread design. I asked for a quote for 1 tire and see how it goes. If need be like you said, I can just order one at a time. I'm going to need some new tube also as yesterday I ruined two trying to install into my old tires. Put in one of the older tubes and it exploded. It was so loud that my...
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Last post by Will
Fri Mar 22, 2024 8:28 am
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Where did it go?
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Dollisdad » Thu Mar 21, 2024 9:34 am
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I just love this one, you get taken back in time when looking at it closely !
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Last post by Kaiser
Fri Mar 22, 2024 6:38 am
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Fun Projects Voltage Regulator repair question
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Chris Bamford » Sat Mar 16, 2024 9:53 pm
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Yesterday I was setting the null point on my '24 Speedster, out of the car and using a 12-vt battery (per Ron Patterson).
Sadly, it never crossed my mind to remove the Fun Projects VR prior to this procedure. BZZZT!! and then all the factory smoke billowed out of the case. Oops.
Plan B was to convert the fried VR into a diode cutout until I got...
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Chris,
Absolutely PERFECT job!!! You can get them on Amazon in a 10 pack for about $8. I order them in 500 quantities, so my cost is much better:)
And yes, the MOSFET is the component that fails most frequently. Most of the time it gets blown when folks connect the generator tab to the battery tab to test if the generator is working. You can do...
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Thu Mar 21, 2024 7:04 pm
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Does anyone know how to hook up a ‘Wonder Ignition Rectifier’?
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DavidGMeier » Thu Mar 21, 2024 1:32 pm
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Does anyone know how to hook up a ‘Wonder Ignition Rectifier’?
It would be on my 1919 Touring with the coil hookups that protrude from the firewall.
A simple drawing or a wiring schematic would be awesome!
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I would guess that it works like the intensifier spark plugs sold back in the Model T era. The, “intensifying” , is just a small pre-gap of around 0.010 inch before the actual spark plug gap , which makes for a little stronger spark in the cylinder under compression. So inside of the small wood box there is most likely just a solid lead with a...
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Last post by kmatt2
Thu Mar 21, 2024 5:13 pm
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glass channel
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Rick Nelson » Thu Mar 21, 2024 10:34 am
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Does anyone know of a source to buy the metal 3/8 th glass channel that was used on the side windows of the coupes?
I am currently working on a 17 couplet .
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Russ, yes, the frames I would like to make new ones. mine are verry rough and it would be much easier to make new ones.
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Last post by Rick Nelson
Thu Mar 21, 2024 5:03 pm
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photo of a 1912 piewagon
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Herb Iffrig » Wed Mar 20, 2024 10:56 pm
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Great picture Herb! From the looks of it an early regular body.
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Last post by Tbird
Thu Mar 21, 2024 8:26 am
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Bermuda Carriage Bells
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Tmooreheadf » Thu May 04, 2023 9:13 pm
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Were different metals used to make Bermuda Carriage Bells or were they all stamped aluminum, meaning the actual outer bell sections? Also, does it hurt the tone quality to paint the outside of those bell sections or do they need to stay paint free!
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If you install a bell, be sure. To put lock-tight on the bolts and consider putting a “catch cage” of safety wire at a safe distance around the bell so that if it comes loose it does not rattle off to the side of the road someplace during a 30 mile drive.
Don’t ask why I think this is important to tell you….
Or you could get some drilled bolts...
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Last post by 1925 Touring
Thu Mar 21, 2024 7:57 am
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Holley G carb float… cork or modern replacement?
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schwabd1 » Wed Mar 13, 2024 1:16 pm
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I’m rebuilding brass Holley G for my ‘14 touring. The carb I’m building has an OK cork float that needs sealed, but I thought I would replace it with the modern material float that’s available. First, the new float is about 3/16” thicker than the cork float. Is this to compensate for the flotation density between the two materials? Second, if you...
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I also use a modern float sanded down to original thickness as recommended by others on the forum The material is soft and easy to work with.
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Wed Mar 20, 2024 11:06 pm
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What can I use for the sealer for the 27 sediment bowl
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NY John T » Mon Mar 18, 2024 2:45 pm
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Hi all. What can I use for the sealer for the sediment bowl? Will Permitex #2 work, or is there something better? Thanks, John
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I'm with Dave Dufault on his choice of EZ TURN Lubricant for aircraft. It's Fuel resistant. I've had fuel shut-off valves that would drip constantly. After taking the valve apart and putting a small amt on the moving parts the leak stops and so far no re-do's on any of my T's. On carb sediment bowls, I will apply a very small amount (be stingy)...
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Last post by 600wt
Wed Mar 20, 2024 10:20 pm
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Brake light switch I
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Allan » Tue Mar 19, 2024 5:38 am
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My brake light switch went down so I had to replace it. This is a genuine Hella product, like the one it replaces. They are easy to mount, easy to access and easy to adjust. 20240319_171120.jpg
Allan from down under.
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Terry, I'm all dressed up ready to go to lunch. I'll see what I can do later. Briefly, i bolted a little bracket to the running board support. It's angled so the plunger is in line with the pull. I used a pull wire fastened around the brake pedal. That wire is a piece of hi-test welding wire. It is adjusted to length to suit the application,...
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Wed Mar 20, 2024 8:11 pm
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