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I back at getting a 1919 Center Door running after 77 years in storage. It has the generator and starter options.
At present the head is off, valves out, coilboxes overhauled and also out, carburetor overhauled and out, no battery in, generator out for testing and switch/ammeter out to fix the fact that BAT does not make a connection to COIL. (I...

 
There have been a number of occurrences recently where a Model T craftsman has passed away and all of their knowledge, expertise and experience went with them. A recent instance that comes to mind is our good friend Stan Howe who passed away while working in his shop. Stan had many years of experience and was an expert on brass carburetors. All...

Took rattles out on a 50 mile picnic with the Nation's Capital Model T Ford Club. It ran great didn't overheat and I only stalled it once!!

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Left turn!
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Got it up to 40.6 on the straightaway!!
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We were the first one there.
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Some cool video of the trip.

At the end is one of my...

Would like to know you all arrived safe.

I have a set of Top Bows with the wood bows attached. Likely for a Touring but what year? Thanks in advance
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The bodywork on my 14 Runabout is almost finished and shoulld be ready to paint in the next couple of weeks. The body had a nasty patch on the back coverering a big rust hole and several subpar patches along the bottom under the door and on the driver side.

I've posted some pictures in the photo section under James, assuming I did it right. Would love someone to take a look and help me identify this thing. Serial number is so rusted I haven't been able to read it. I believe it's a mid 20's T with the truck conversion. But then there's an extra transmission, and I don't know what that even is. Really...

I am planning to put turn signals on my 1927 Coupe. There is a bracket that attaches to the fender on the left side. I ordered and received a bracket for the right side to match. However, there is another bracket/license plate holder that the tail light attaches to.

Does anyone know what this part is called and where would I find one to have the...

Looks exactly like previous years. Parking in Fairlane Town Center parking lot.

Hope to see you all soon.

I am car #806 and I will be in the Red Zone.

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I, recently acquired a Patterson speedometer drive that uses a split two piece worm gear in the T transmission and a fiber spiral cut gear on the transmission end of the speedometer cable. The fiber gears are very often worn, broken, or even missing from the transmission drives. My drive uses a 4 tooth two piece worm gear and a 10 tooth small...

Hey All,
After removing the body to repair it I now cannot remember where the pads go. I have new dust shields and I don't see much info in the Ford Service Manual.
Can anyone advise me?
Thanks,
Campbell Tellman II
1916 Ford Touring Car
Beaufort, NC

Hey guys I need help, I’m trying to figure out where these brackets go on a 1925 coupe. I have attached a photo, thanks.
Ed

Is Ron’s Machine Shop still in business?

A few years back, Rene posted that he was looking for a small spiral gear for a Patterson speedometer drive. I have been unable to find him in the MTFCA or MTFCI membership. If anyone knows him or his contact info, I'd like to get in touch.

Good morning all,

I just found a new member of the broken crankshaft cub .
Just wondering why it is broken on this place just behind the first main bearing. Photos in attachment.
Was this just bad luck or are there some item to look for?

I hope not finding any other problems in the engine. It was rebuild in 2022 and have about 300 miles since...

Does anyone have experience with what the rate of incline may be in order to starve the carburetor and cause my T to stall? Also can this be helped or abated with high gear and / or timing or throttle changes. Lastly, I replaced my Holley NH with a completely rebuilt (new) carb but for the life of me I cannot get it to stop leaking out of the...

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Ok. Some folks on here are aware I am rebuilding a Centerdoor from a complete body I got from another hobbyist. Said body needed some parts redone wood wise, and those pieces have been completed.

The front pillars align with the cowl, so all good there. (No final assembly yet).

Mocking up the hinge pillars and rockers seems straightforward...

This is total trivia, but I find it interesting. I have several NOS Sediment bulb inlets for the 1912 and later bulbs. The factory number on the sediment bulb is 2088, but the inlet is not listed. I find that interesting in that most of the inlets I've seen are either plugged, or have a hole punched in them.
The earlier style inlet is quite plain...

So what do you do when you have an antique electric motor (nickel parts, cool design), some NEC telephone exchange frames, recycled timber, an old ampmeter and bits and bobs combined with a faulty Model T generator that needs fixing?

Well, you get your self a Dyerman Model T Ford Generator Test Bench out of it all :-)

My buddy and I completed...

If anyone had Les' email or if you see this Les, please email me about Patterson gears.

Unlike the NASH transmission mounted speedometer drive sold for Model T's, which used more than two gears, did the Patterson drive use only two gears, one on the transmission output shaft and one on the end of the cable which was secured to the transmission inspection cover?

These are the rear fenders that came with my 14 Runabout project. Is the tab bent out to bolt to the running board apron correct? It appears to be just cut from the fender and bent out. Thanks, Art

I'm not good at pictures, but this is the best I can do for now. If needed, I can try again.

Has anyone experienced removing a valve stem from a current Hartford tube. I've been doing it for years on regular rubber stem tubes, but these valve stems look like plastic. Am I correct or ?

I'm working on my gas lights for the old car festival I have a gas bottle under the back seat and it has a regulator on it. In line I have individual flow controls.

They light great and I can meter them perfectly, the issue is that the flames will lessen after aboit 2-3 minutes. Increase the pressure on the bottle a tad and all good again for...

How tall is a low radiator shell? I am looking for a low radiator shell. Art

Hello fellow T owners,

I’m looking for a set of Ron Buckley’s full-size wood plans for my 1924 Model T Canadian coupe with regular forward-hinged doors.

I’m restoring my ’24 coupe and want to ensure the wood structure is correct. If you have a set you’re willing to share or sell, or can put me in touch with Ron Buckley directly, I’d greatly...

I have a 1920 Touring with a dash. The coils are stuck tight. I am sure if I get the first one out the rest will come, but how do I get that first one out? You can only grip 2 sides of the box. If I have to sacrifice the points to pull it up that is OK. I can install new points. Or do I jam some sort of tool in the side and hit that tool with a...

I see a lot with $15 or $20.

Anyone with $25 or more?

Would anyone have the part number for the inside safety hub seal? Amazon?, NAPA ? Federal Mogul, Timken?

Hi everyone. I'm new to the forum. I'm looking for some interchange info concerning my 1923 Model T.

My Model Ts transmission is very noisy above 30 mph in high speed; it sounds like it's about ready to fly apart. I have a 26-27 transmission with the wider brake drum left over from an earlier T project that was professionally rebuilt but never...

Can anyone identify this electronic model t timer? Any information would be appreciated. What else does it need to make it work? Thank you!

I stumbled across these photos which were were taken before 1990 when I was restoring my 1915 tourer. This carrier came with the remains of the car. It is blacksmith made to fit, using the rear spring U bolts to mount it.
As found, one side was 2 higher when mounted, so I couldn't help rectifying this before repainting it ready ro fit. You might...

My top irons are need of painting.
I am thinking of a semi-gloss black.
Or should I go to a flat black?

What have you guys/gals painted your top irons?

Thank you

Could someone please tell what size wrench is used on the exhaust pipe pack nut ?

Thank you

Johnr

Hello,

As I dive into the mechanical work on my speedster, I want to inquire about the changes in sizing, geometry, etc. for the tie rods, pitman arm, etcetera over the course of the T’s production. My car is a bitsa car and I have even more extra pieces that I want to swap out on the car for my RHD conversion.

I am aware of some issues that...

I don't recognize nor can fully make out the stamping on the torque tube flange..... anyone?

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Some of you may remember my dad, David Ireland. He read these forums multiple times a day — EVERY day. Posted a few times. Answered many questions. And like many of us, he learned a lot here too.

Our family’s T is a 1926 Ford Model T Touring that has been in the family for over 60 years, passing through three generations of owners — and soon to...

I recently purchased a side draft Zenith carburetor that is configured for the Model T. It is straight through construction and has patent dates of 11/29/08 and 6/27/18. It seems to be a solid, well made unit. I'm wondering if any of you guys have experience with these carbs and have anything pro or con to say about them. All comments are welcome....

Seem 30X3 Brass Stem Inner Tubes are not available. I would use the Hartford rubber stem tubes but the stem does not fit through the rim hole. Can a 30X3.5 Inner tube be used on a 30X3 wood fellow wheel?

Any other suggestions?

Thanks

Tim

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What is this? Coupe?
It will be for sale.

If you bought a new 1915 Model T car, what did Ford charge for the flaps?

My cars upholstery based on photos of an original.
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Stopped by to see if Gomez and Morticia wanted to join us for a fun T ride today but not a soul around.
Just a creepy note that said; Be back Oct 31.... ;)

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Finally got it to crank start with electronic ignition! I had to advance the timing more than usual was all.

I went to the 50th annual car show and swap meet at Watson Lake this past weekend. Otis was there living the good life in Prescott AZ. Bryan Ostergren bought it in Conroe Texas. Does anyone know where it was before that?

Dan

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I acquired a 1914 Touring a few days ago and I am trying to determine if the body was built by Herbert or Hayes. I have done a lot of encyclopedia/google research and Hap Tucker has an excellent post dated May 8, 2011 about this subject but no conclusive way to determine the difference between these two body suppliers. So I thought I would post...

Is there a section to say hello for those of us that are new?

I just joined the MTFCA
-Ben

Okay, I am a newbie, but does anyone have a photo of an installed Holley NH, later model with the universal joint type mixture adjustment on their car? Mine doesn't fit well and I have another (new) rod that is supposed to fit that carb. I just want to know if what I have is installed correctly. I am most concerned with the point where it connects...

All Joking aside; hanging a crankshaft up and hitting it with a hammer is not a true test in relation of it being cracked or not .

If I had that skill to know what a cracked part sounded like, the crack detection suppliers would be out of business.

The reason for crack detection or Magnalfux, being a trade name like Band-Aid or Kleenex...

This crankshaft is in a 1927 block I want to rebuild. 14,719,XXX

I have an EE crankshaft I was going to use. But I’m curious if the crankshaft currently in the block would be a good choice to use?

Can anyone ID it. Thanks for any information you might have on it.

Hi,
I’m looking for a source for a ⅜”x1.75” solid steel rivet for my 27 touring top. This is for the rear most joint in the one man top and I need to replace the steam bent corners. The clinched dimension is 1.25” The wooden corner formers are riveted in place. My top has never been apart so this looks to be original. The rivets in the catalog are...

The inflatable man or woman? This should provide lots of fuel for comments.

The Ford price list of parts for 1926 list two different part numbers for the Steering Connection Rod. It is the part that connects the pitman arm to the steering yoke rod. Part number 2725B for the years 1909 to 1925, and part number 2725C for the 1926 - 1927 years. What is the difference between these two parts?
Please share your knowledge....

How instal the steering stabilizer spring on the right side on the front axle ? because the axle of steering hinder
Look 2 pictures of my car right and left and 1 picture of my parts

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Decide to sell the roadster body so I can drive a four passenger T. Actually got this touring car body many years ago and planned to...

Thought I would post picture pictures of how to split the Stevens Front Axle upper inserts. This can be done with a hacksaw. Just cut one side length wise as the pictures show.
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If any one has questions just ask. Thanks Dan

I have found in Dads garage nos bearing sleeves , I am guessing they are soft as apposed to the hardened sleeves for sale by vendor. Should I buy hardened sleeves or use the Nos sleeves. Back in Dads day you would use inner sleeves from another diff and use them as outer sleeves to complete your rebuild. Thanks in advance for your wisdom Cheers...

I realize that the Towncar is a very low production car but in Winnipeg they were just a taxi cab and were most likely driven to death. There is a 1012 Towncar in Winnipeg, it is still in the hands of the original family and it was a taxi until 1941 and it is beat . It will need a 60,000 dollar restoration all day long. I would think for the rich...

This past week we attended the 17th annual Ryan Ramble in Greyeagle, California. 38 cars attended. This was my 7th time to attend. It is a great get together. We travel around 100 miles per day. I racked up 300 miles total, and never lifted the hood! The meet is put on by the Ryan family, and is a part of the Northern California Horseless Carriage...

This past week we attended the 17th annual Ryan Ramble in Greyeagle, California. 38 cars attended. This was my 7th time to attend. It is a great get together. We travel around 100 miles per day. I racked up 300 miles total, and never lifted the hood! The meet is put on by the Ryan family, and is a part of the Northern California Horseless Carriage...

My fourth T after joining this club 4 years ago, I’m very blessed, but it indeed must be an affliction.

In August I will be driving from Long Beach CA to Michigan in my 23 Touring with a trailer. For the most part I will be traveling along Route 66. I would appreciate any information about how to avoid the drive through Oatman in Arizona, Best way around St. Louis, any info in good inexpensive campsites or motels. Are there are any club along Route...

Door Garnish photos needed for part made out of unobtainium.

Does anyone have clear photos of the three metal garnish items on a coupe door, want top, front, and rear of door around the window glass. Since I cannot buy all three and want them to match, I might as well make them. We already have the two window sill metal garnish pieces. A photo of...

I’m relatively new to T’s. I have a ‘26 Roadster and now just purchased a ‘22 Canadian Touring. Very excited to get the ‘22 home. I’ve attached a photo of my 2 year old twins Violet and Nora sitting in the Roadster. They love model T’s as much as me!

My question is this: did the Canadian cars have their own versions of the owner’s manual? I know...

After driving my ‘14 Touring 100+ miles this summer, she appears to have developed a new leak. When I added the small drum ruxtell a few years back, I swapped out the right hand axle housing with the original 12 rivet one, just to keep the “correct” look. But over the last few weeks in my shop…

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So, how does one...

Trying to figure out exactly what distributor this is.

To get ready for another assisted living show tomorrow morning I drove the T over to the gas station to fill up, I pulled up in front of the store and went in to pay for my gas and out of nowhere I got one of Florida's famous ten minuet deluge. After it was done I dried out the plug dips and started the car. It idled just great but when I went to...

I recently discovered that I have a slightly bent axle on the drivers side of my ruxtell. I had the rear jacked up to more easily crank start and I noticed a little wobble. It isn't horrible but it is noticeable. It may have been like that for ages and I can't think of anything that could have caused it. Am I an idiot if I put off fixing it for a...

I tried searching but could not find anything. That does not mean I searched for the term or terms that should be used.

I need help trying to determine the correct spoke size for some wheels I am trying to rebuild.

The measurements I get from the wheel seem to be incorrect. These are demountable wheels and the rims are 30x1/2. The one...

I was looking through some stuff and ran across this.
Came with some more ledgers from same company.
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Last one photo showed a red line, End of an Era.

I am getting ready to install the lid on my 1914 turtle deck. Was there any type of gasket or seal used on the 1914 turtle deck lid to keep the water out?
Thank you, Craig

Has anybody given any thought about participating in next year's 250 celebration in Washington? If any effort has been made, what has become of it? If not, should we, as an organization make an attempt to somehow join in? I'm in California and would make the trip but I know there are PLENTY of you Easterners who live close to DC who could take...

Is this a varation of a U&J Carburetor or is it something else?
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Daisy Mae being my '14 Touring. The front axle/steering assembly is restored, just about ready to button up the rear axle rebuild. I knew the tranny had issues, biggest concern being 3/8 play in the drum pack. But the engine ran very well, albeit some oil burn, and some bubbling at the head above the lower water outlet. Compression was great,...

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Wouldn't you want to walk into that picture?

Been a while since I've done this. Here is this season's opener of Spectators and Funny Hats.

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1909 or 1910 I would guess.

How do I install the split keepers when the engine is in the car and the intake and exhaust manifolds are mounted on the engine?
I use a compressor tool for the spring - see photo.

This showed up at a local auction yesterday. The calendar is 1921, so I assume it would have been produced in 1920. The car shown has side lights and non-demountable rims, so a car without a starter. I dropped out at 200.00! Neat item.

Mailman just delivered the July- August issue of the Vintage Ford in coastal New Jersey !

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