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Removed this from a car I purchased. Is this used to charge a battery, run lights, or? Was going to throw it on a table at a swap meet, but not sure what it does or if it has any value.

Other than the “made in Canada” markings, are there any Canada specific items on a ‘26 chassis that won’t interchange with a U. S. Part. I know the split rims were different, and I’m sure there’s loads of other things. Just wondering what I should be looking for. What all would have the “Made in Canada” marking? (Radiator shell, manifold, engine...

I have a 25 Touring with a 26-27 engine. The engine has no serial number so I assume it is a replacement engine. The head has no markings and the block just has a casting #. Can the casting # tell me anything about the date it was cast?
The # is “16-G-D” Any help appreciated.
PS I tried looking the subject up but didn’t find any worthwhile info....

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I had a nice drawing of the bed wood for a 1925 Ford T pickup but I can't find it. Does anyone have an accurate drawing? Thanks

As they say, it is better late than never. So here is our trip recap to the 2024 Old Car Festival! I drove my 1923 Model T, and a buddy drove his 1930 Model A from Cincinnati to Dearborn on back roads. This was our first time participating in the amazing weekend event with out cars there, and I can not tell you how much fun it was, it truly is one...

Hi, I was wondering if anyone still makes/sells side covers for touring cars?

I searching for an open wagon express. If anyone knows someone looking to part with one can you please send them my way. Thanks

Frint axle done, now moving on to the rear axle....

I already knew there was some thrust/end play in the shafts, as well as lateral slop in the outer bearings... was then amused by the fact I didn't need a hub puller...left slipped right off, right popped with a good whack with a rubber mallot to the axle..... the tapers obviously worn given the...

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Any engine builders out there have a suggestion as how to mill a woodruff key slot key slot into a crankshaft to install the crankshaft gear?
My project involves installing a Chevy crank into a T block, so the front of the crankshaft have been modified, part of the modification involves cutting a new key slot to accept the crank gear.
I have a...

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here is a link the preview will be listing this week will be a huge auction
here is a kink to their website

I have a an issue I can't figure out. I have the rear end removed. When idling, the drive runs, but if I push forward or reverse pedal, it will kill before engaging the planetary gears. The bands will smoke until it kills if I slow the pedal motion down. Nothing is engaging the way it should. I inherited this car and it hasn't been driven since...

The Arkansas Tin Lizzies had their Winter Clinic and get together the first of February. Just now remembered to post it here. One of the topics was vintage camping so we set up our display we usually take to Modern camping Rendezvous or Expos. We are using vintage camping as a way to promote the Model T hobby and something to do with the cars. It...

Anyone know what brand this assembly might be?

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Driven off the cam by the eccentric shown. Simple design.

We are putting our 1916 Touring car back together. The door hinges have 14 counter sunk screw holes. Were all of them used?
Thanks,
Campbell Tellman II
Beaufort, NC

I am trying to help a friend determine a fair price for a pretty nice brass original E&J carbide generator she is thinking about selling. Does anybody have a good idea on the value or contact information for someone who could be helpful? I have more pictures I can provide, but for some reason I can't attach them to this message.
The top is dented...

Getting close to time for the Duncan swap meet. (March 19, 20, 21) It's looking like the move from Chickasha is being accepted as the pre war replacement. But we need to make it as successful as possible this year. So I challenge everyone on the fence to throw a bunch of stuff in the back of a truck, rent 1 or more spaces and show up as a vendor....

The recent dirt track racer I picked up has a Ford Head on it with a number 8 on the front by the water neck. What does the 8 mean? Is there any significance?

Thank you,

Adam

I know these belong in Classifieds - Cars For Sale, but I couldn't find a New Topic button to place them there. I have NO connection with these cars or their sale. This Post is for INFO ONLY. There are two T's on Facebook marketplace, currently that are, what I consider, GOOD BUYS. Both are sold with a Bill of Sale, ONLY, although it might be...

Is anybody making new driven gears?
I have a new low speed drum and a nice gear.
Installing new triple gears with needle bearings.
It seems a shame to use a worn driven gear.

Dave

Following up on my earlier unboxing video, I decided to replace the plastic reproduction coils with period-correct wooden replicas, allowing me to keep the plastic ones as spares - just in case!! While I had the hood open, I also replaced the timer cover and roller, as I'd neglected to lubricate the old one, and wore it out in record time! I have...

Help me end the search! My fingers are getting tired on Google lol! Thanks

I was lucky today a snagged a TT-5893 wrench at a swap meet. The description that the seller had on the tag read as follows: “Ford TT-5873 only made 1925-1927 for TT truck, spark plug, head bolt, and rim wrench”

It got me thinking… what are the correct tools that were supplied with the ton trucks from factory (ford part numbers would be helpful)...

Has anyone ordered from Fuel Tank Radiator Service in Australia lately? I'm trying to order three sets of their copper T manifold gaskets, and not having success.

I got a really nice original Boyce Motometer water temp gauge to go in the dash on my speedster project. The sensor on these is different than modern water temp sensors in that they are not water tight. They had a special sensor mount that they went in. I wanted to make a mount to attach it to the intake manifold heater port on my Rajo BB. I...

I'm looking though the Model T Ford parts Identification guide volume 1, trying to figure out what year car this coil box fits.
It looks like the11-12 Hinze coil box, but the latches for the top are different than what the book shows. Is this a coil box for
Model T's or some other make of car?

Thanks
Roger

Anyone see this brand of head and got any idea what its worth? In excellent condition.

Mango, the MTFCA mascot, is visiting with us here in Northern California. Mango was invited to our 35th anniversary tour and came out early for the weather. While Mango is here he/she (?) will join us on our club events and may even get to participate in the Santa Clara endurance run.

Andy

Anyone know the manufacturer part numbers for the front crankshaft seal and the camshaft seal. Ex SKF or National.
Simpler for me to source from a local bearing supplier rather than the T parts supplier

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I was eating lunch today, and got to thinking of Randall, and what a fine Christian man he was. His knowledge of Model T's was deep, especially the ignition system, and coils in particular. Just think, 30 years ago if you owned a 1913, the only coil points you could buy were KW'S. Randall took care of all of that! We met at Hershey about 30 years...

This photo was shared by dollisdad in Friday Flicks. It shows a belt around the front axle. I've seen this in other old photos too. I presume it's some sort of top-out limiter? Can anyone shed light on this? Was a belt used on the rear axle similarly, or only the front?
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Several years ago I had a cover made for my HCCT after I restored it. When I recently heard Joann fabrics is closing it thought maybe it would be good to have a batch of these covers made if I can find some good fabric on sale.

So reaching out to see if there is any interest and how large of a batch to make.

I attached a photo of the cover, it’s...

Does anyone have any experience with fitting these to the rear side shafts. I would like to know of the side / half shafts need any machining to make this bearing fit.

We installed an oil filter on the hogshead with an extra gasket. But the screws were 3/8 length and it has been a chore to get them threaded in the holes every time while I was upgrading the springs, tightening the bands, and reworking the pedals. So, I got some 1/2 replacements and was wondering if anyone else replaced these screws when adding an...

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I have a complete K.R. Wilson Combination Tool for the Model T and Model A.

The ONLY thing I am missing is a set of the W-G Quick Detachable Main Bearing Bolts , used to speed the work on attaching and removing the main bearing caps during engine work. I have a couple of questions:

It says a set of 6 are required. Are all 6 of the QD bolts...

Just 29 days til the Marietta Ohio T and A swap meet. All the vendor spaces are reserved. Swap meet is at the Washington County Fairgrounds, 922 Front Street. Mostly indoor event, heated building with lunch being served with very good food and outstanding pies and deserts. Doors open at 7:00 with 100 vendors participating. Prus, the Coil Dr,...

I was researching a car in the June 1961 Horseless Carriage Gazette. Found one of the great Asinine Alley pages from Ward Kimball. PS- You are still older than me, my old friend Peter!

For those of you who don't know me, please allow me to introduce myself. I'm Mitch from the Manning Valley, New South Wales, Australia - A Model T enthusiast from Australia - who knew?! I'm the proud owner of a 1924 Ford Model T touring, which I have had the pleasure of owning since 2011.

If you're a new member of MTFCA, you may not have seen my...

My son just picked up a 25 wood cab TT truck. We would like to install some rear view mirrors to it. What is everybody using? IMG_1210.jpeg

After spending the last year going thru the car, today was the first attempt to start Daisy Mae ('14 Touring).
3 priming cranks, followed by two pulls ignition on (Bat), and she came to life first time since 1969.
After running 15 minutes, with a 30 min cool down she offered up a free start. 2 hours later, one crank with no prime got it. She...

This came off an old engine that I saved out of the woods last year. Been sitting for about 40 years. Apparently there was a popular outlet named Swastika Motor & Cycle Works

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Never knew that the symbol meant anything else other than the obvious, Hitler and Nazi Germany.

Three or so years ago I lost high gear. After some research I figured out that I just needed to adjust my clutch fingers. I did so, and all was good. For a couple months. Then they fell out of range again. I assumed my clutch spring was weak, so I installed the spring spacer sold by the vendors. That worked great for a year or two, but then this...

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I am in the process of having a new top built and installed. I have tuned up the top irons and fitted new bows. I have a friend that has done 2 tops for my brass Buicks but he has never sewn up a T top. I would like to be reasonably accurate on stitching details for the new Touring top. I decided against the top kit route and purchased the...

Who can stamp the correct style numbers on a repro 14 body data plate? RV did my 11 Touring for historical purpose only, not for vehicle identification, and I looking for someone to do the same for my 14 Runabout. Art

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Started a batch of High Bridge coils.

I had the bridges cast in brass and completed the matching.

I ended up making a little jig on my mill to hold the bridge for the three different holes to ensure they were straight, worked out great.

The polishing part is where most of the time spent. Starting with 80 grit and working up to 400 or 600 until...

I just bought a car with a Morton and Brett OHV head on it. The car is set up to use the type of distributor used on four cylinder Stutz and a couple other makes. My distributor is missing and I need a replacement. If you know of one PLEASE let me know.
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Did about 110 mile tour to Valentines, VIrginia with the Virginia-Carolinia Model A Restorers Club which we joined inorder to tour the area with.

The Valentines post office is inside an old general store and this time of year is visited by group after group of motorcyclists and old cars in order to get the heart shaped postage mark.

I like being...

Going through parts, found this swivel joint.
Doesn’t look like the ones from 1911 and up

Threads right on to a commutator rod.

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I am Kevin Hammack, promoter of the Duncan Swap Meet, 35 year Upholstery Guy, 35 year Firefighter, and lifetime car addict. I would like to invite each of you to the Duncan Swap Meet March 20,21,22. We have set aside Outside, Inside, and Covered areas designated Pre-War only. We have a great facility, there are RV Spaces with electric and water,...

What is state of Charlotte swap meet in April? I use to find good T stuff years ago then it went to almost none.
Has it made a come back? Worth a 6 hr trip? Thanks Dan

I need to thread a new commutator rod and not sure what the threads size would be 1/4-20 or 12-24?
Thanks
Fitz

What tools came with the model t in 1917? did they have any special tool box or something they came in? Where might I find the tools and whatever they were supposed to come in? Also, I have the touring, ive seen some have some basket looking thing on the rear of one of the side steps, others ive seen had a tool box there, mine just has the bolts...

I picked up a really nice 929B pitman this past year at Hershey (the number I was looking for). It has been brought to my attention there are several versions of that number. I’ve been trying to find information on the various ones and can’t quite figure out what year I’ve got. The part number is “embossed”, not stamped (not sure if they were ever...

Hello all,
Having watched and worked with my father a model A's for many years, We talk a lot about getting a Model T; But never did. A few years ago I had the opportunity to buy my first T, A 1927 roadster pickup.With the usual story... Stored in a shed for fifty year-and in need of a lot of work. That's the fun of this hobby right! Well with Dad...

Does anyone know where I can buy the rubber weather strip that goes on the vertical edge of the upper windshield frame (the upper half that can open up) on a steel closed cab TT (factory ford closed cab)?

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This photo shows up on numerous sites without any real discussion, if it has been discussed here I don't seem to see any reference to these tracked T's except the Chase variety.
Looking at the set up with the small rear geared axle it would be flat out doing more than crawling pace. A lot of work to build the underneath frame plus track and wheels...

I am getting ready to order the tubing that goes from the carbide generator to the cross tube that fits across the back of the radiator. I have seen several comments about this tube. My question is- what material should I use, Copper, brass or steel? Thank you. Craig

Anyone else got one of these? I am looking for a new reamer for it. Number 2 MT 3/4” Short reamer. May see about making some if there is a market. Email me at address in pictures. Thanks Dan
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Hopefully someone from the Model T brains trust can shed some light on these wire wheels which were attached to a 1927 T rear axle in some parts I collected this week. At first they looked like Model A wheels but they are clearly not. They are six lug bolt on wheels with welded spokes onto split ring rims. The rims are 20inch. The spokes are...

I've been researching and looking at old threads to find the right enclosed trailer for me. I've seen some pictures of V nose trailers that have only a slight V and some that have a deep V affording more space. Looking to see if anyone knows manufacturers that are producing the deeper nose. I was considering a 8.5x20 but would really like to keep...

Does anyone know the history and part number yo this Model T tool? I tried to look it up but cannot find anything about it. It does fit and work on a Model T wire wheel. Part number looks to be 5-Z-826. Thanks
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First of all, thanks vendors and part makers. I have a replacement linkage kit between the low band and the clutch shaft. Before I install it, I found play in the clutch pedal and need to know if this is normal. Here, there is no additional load on the low band spring from the clutch pedal being moved forward.

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I am uncertain about the direction of rotation of this Matco drive, and am wondering if the rotation is clockwise or counterclockwise.
The magneto is currently being rebuilt, and the rebuilder needs to know the rotation.
Thank you!
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Thank you very much!

.... And enjoying the Forum again ! Thank you to all involved.

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What's in the dog house on the rear of a 20's fuel truck. I picked up a small oval fuel tank several years ago at Hershey with the thought of building a roadster delivery truck.... kind of like the little Ertle models. I know the later ones had a pump with a hose reel in there. Did the early ones have some...

As you may suspect I've installed hundreds of new field coils in the starters I rebuild. How do I get the post silver soldered to the field winding bar and do it without burning up all the insulation? And NO through rod is required when you do it this way. Silver soldered joints do not break free.
They last forever and ae infinitely stronger...

A friend is needing help mounting Budd wheels to model T.

Is there someone that he could call to get information he needs?

Thanks for the help.

There is a 1907 Ford Model R Runabout on BaT. I have no connection to the car, just an fyi.

Hi All,
When I was restoring the front seat spring for my Dec.24 Touring, I found this steel tag attached to one of the springs. It has the number A85696. Does anybody know what its purpose is? A part number? Installation company? Worker's ID?
Let me know what you think, please.
Thanks,
John
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I have this Ford: The Victor Lamp Co. acetylene headlight. It is a steel body with a brass rim. What year was this from? What is the chance of finding a mate to it?

Thank you

Adam

So the forum occasionally mentions shorting sparkplugs to the head to see the effect of losing that cylinder. Is there any risk to the coils by doing this?

...or cloned. I got an e-mail that says was sent form you...

Time to change your password

: ^ (

Keith

I see the HCCA now has digital memberships available for less than the cost of normal memberships.

You would not have to wonder when you receive your magazine in the mail. You get it the same day as everyone else.
Will no longer have coffee stains on the pages from the Postman reading it before you do.

What is the possibility that the MTFCA will...

Saw this the other day, what are your thoughts. My first thought, how would you set the floats? Looks like they are headed down hill???
Original or home made?
Not mine just interesting, worthy of some discussion
Kevin