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I was going through a box of parts from an old family friend and found a new timer. Me being on the younger side I was wondering how many remember these low prices Ben

Happy birthday to our traveling buddy Roy Stone! Continue to keep those folks in WV in line!
Tom & Linda

I set the seat cushion in my coupe. I was surprised how much of a slope it had as shown in the first photo. It fit right onto the supports so the slope must be correct. Any comments?

I now notice, looking at the second photo, that the rear of the wood frame is held up off of the floor by the metal piece in the middle of the floor. I am not at the...

Thank you Robert Callfas in Canada. That takes love of your Model T. Driving around in a speedster
with your buddies and it is only 7 C outside.

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I came into a set of new pre 1926 style Rocky Mountain brakes complete with the drums. I need a set for my 1926 speedster and I thought I could just run these without installing the drums. But, it appears the drums designed to go over the 1925 and earlier brake drum are bigger than the 1926-27 brake drums and they do not appear to close far enough...

I have an APCO Oil Level Gauge like the one shown in the photos below and I am looking for some dimensions/measurements of the mounting/stabilizing bracket that originally came with the unit (I am looking in your general direction Jay, I think the first two photos are yours that I stole from the old Forum).

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Hi, like many I suffer from Broken Top Front Leaf Spring Disorder(BTFLSD). It can be an embarassing condition especially in crowds. Does anyone sell these? Can they be hand made with a grinder cutting wheel from existing spring steel? My favorite vendor says that their supplier won't sell individual leaves.

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So cruising down the road and something clinked.... looked down and the glass from the Amp meter was laying on the floor....26 fordor.... how common is that ? And any tips on fixing it ??

This goes back to the early 1970's when my dad got a bunch of T parts from his friend to build a depot hack. It's a bitsa car.... Titled as a 1925, the engine is 1923, the frame 1927 etc. In high school at the time I took on the project on his behalf. This whole project was me as the restorer and my dad as my assistant. I refreshed the engine,...

I plated my spark and throttle rods several years ago with a Caswell kit. The throttle has worn off in one area. I replated it over the past three days, but it doesn't look as good as before. Does the brass come from the solution, or from the wand they supply?

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Couldn't find any part number for the Shift Lock Assembly nor for the Gasket. If anybody knows those two part numbers, please let me know so I can add them.

Hi Guys,

I am new here and am looking for help in identifying something I found while digging around in my attic. I bought the house several years ago from the friend of the previous owner of the house, he had suddenly passed and she was left in charge of his estate. He was a machinist as well and ran a full machine shop out of the...

In most old photos of the three pedals (clutch, reverse and brake) they are even with eachother when in the up position. My brake pedal has never been even with the clutch and reverse pedals. In fact, it is about 2” lower. I assume this was from a heavy footed past driver with worn bands who had a difficult time stopping the T, so he stomped the...

Pictured here is my Stromberg M1 carb. There is a needle screw that is missing, shown in the picture. Does anyone have a spare or know where to go to get this part? I think there is a cover or screw missing on the float chamber also. Tom The needle valve that I need is pictured in this edited post

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When was the changeover to the metal firewall?
Then when was the tall metal firewall first used?
Will the short metal firewall interchange with the 1923 wood firewall or work as a pattern for a 23 wood firewall?
Thank you.

My Hack came with a wiring harnesses that A- for the terminal block to switch is twice as long as needs be, and B- all looms covering stops a good 5” from a terminal.

I can imagine the switch side is OK as the long leads will be behind the Hack dash bracket. The ends at the terminal block?

Anyone have a decent photo of their wired 6 post...

Does anyone have a a recommendation on someone who specializes in vintage wire wheel restoration? More specifically, someone who can restore a Buffalo or Houk style T wheel?

TIA!

I'm looking for a period correct wiper for my Australian assembled 26. Looking at the U.S. literature we see this common Trico vacuum wiper as being the available accessory: 82680.jpg
But, looking at the Australian accessories for 1927 is a different kind of wiper:
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At first I wondered if it was a Folberth:
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But then I was...

What hardware is used to attach external sun visor to the A pillars?
There are 2 holes on each side.
Also, there are 7 holes for what must be wood screws into the top wood.
I tried searching visor here and at the vendor site. Ford Service has no entry in the index, nor does Ford Owner.

Before I had a Model T, these three intrepid travelers took off on an adventure in way too cold weather. It was an adventure like nothing we could have imagined even though I was not one of them. While touring has always been fun I don't think anything matches the excitement of youth and an old car.
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Perhaps that is one reason I...

(Overland Park, Ks) Dr. Rosemary Schrepfer (retired OB/Gyn) celebrated her 100th birthday with family and friends at a local restaurant chauffeured via Model T, of course. Rosemary's maternal Grandmother acquired a '23 Centerdoor in 1925 to haul eggs and milk to market. At age 12 Rosemary was given the responsibility of driving herself and her...

While checking for something else on the original 26 delivery statement from my 1926 T, I was curious on the 8 gallons of Benzine the owner needed to pay for. I'm assuming it was a full tank with the car. Australia had to import all fuel. Benzine although a mixture of hydrocarbon compounds and used the same as Benzene as a cleaning solvent for...

When I was concluding my 2 year long restoration of my 1926 coupe in 1972, I was putting it all back together and looking forward to starting it. Back then, before the internet, and before meeting anyone that knew about Model T’s, I pretty much had to wing it. When I got it all together, I had no idea that a special piece of equipment was needed...

I have read post about bending the contacts in the fall timer to fix between
Cylinder timing. I have also read that the magneto fixes this problem I would
Like to hear some opinions on this philip

What is the most common reason for all of the coils to buzz properly when the timer roller makes contact except one, which buzzes constantly? It has never done that before. Jim Patrick

Unusual steering bracket number
the TT 932C is for the 26-6 cars but what are the letters D T.B. ?
Bob

Buddy ended up with several boxes of KRW & assorted tools & pullers - anyone seen or might be aware of what this puller was used for ? I've done my share of both T & TT Ruckstell axles but the size of this puller is BIG ! Any ideas ?

Hello.
Last sunday I started my Lizzy first time this year. It still is sitting on four support frames, so all four wheels are a little bit above garage floor.
The engine started surprisingly easy. On 2nd try the engine started, but stalled, on 3rd try it was running smoothly.
The handbrake lever was in back position, but the left wheel was still...

Assembling a 12 roadster and need to know the size of the bolt that passes through the frame brackets (ears) at the rear and the holes in the body bracket. The holes are too large for a 3/8x24 bolt. Would like to know before I purchase them.

Wish I had the money to buy one of these rare model T wrenches on e-bay. Bidding is past $56 already.

Not sure if this has been posted before:

While this post does not give a definitive answer, it does kinda point at that Berg's is closing;

Depending on where the steel was used on the Model T Vanadium steel was used in different mixtures in creating the various alloys Ford used in the construction of the Model T. From what I have read, vanadium made the steel lighter while maintaining its strength. I was curious as to what type of steel was used by Ford in making the 1926, Ford...

I just submitted a thread yeasterday to get your opinions on my spark plugs and the consensus is that they look fine, so, my gaps are probably set properly, but I’m going to ask this anyway. Regarding the Champion X spark plugs… I know the instructions that came with the plugs recommends a gap of .025, and that is what I have always used, but...

Is there anyone reproducing and selling the Stromberg OF float needle?
Thanks
Matt

:lol: Must be priced in anticipation of supply chain problems
Only 2 transmission bands, everything used except for white packets. Not sure what the round ford disk is or what its worth
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Need an engine from Chickasha to Prescott Arizona any one heading west can help out for fuel money? Thanks Joe

I just purchased a 1916 model T. With the purchase I received 8 buzz boxes, only 3 will buzz. I understand you can purchase new and rebuilt boxes, but I want to try and fix some of the ones I have. I watched many of the videos on YOUTUBE and learned a lot about a buzz box, but I have a lot to learn. I checked the secondary windings and set aside...

We have had numerous discussions over the years about the possible correlations between body serial numbers and and car/engine serial numbers. With our new format, we may have an opportunity to collect data from current and past owners of surviving cars in a practical way.
I have traded a few notes with Admin Jeff about this, and he says it is...

Regarding the (12) piece ring and gland manifold gasket set, is the 3/32” x 1 1/2”O.D. copper ring referred to as the ring, or the gland, same question regarding the 5/32” x 1 1/4” metal ring. Is it the gland or the ring? Are the ring and gland gaskets used with the 3 hole white asbestos gaskets or by themselves? I would think by themselves or the...

I was looking at some photos of a supercharged, overhead valve, front wheel drive Model T speedster and wondered if anyone has tried to recreate this car or any front wheel drive Model T? I’m aware of the 4 wheel drive conversions. This speedster appears to be hand built with a backward engine to allow for a centered differential....

As I mentioned in another thread, I am going back to the original type roller timer. It has been so long since I used one, I forgot how best to lubricate one. Over the years, I have read methods going from one extreme to another. Everything from using 3 in One oil to packing the housing with Vaseline. Those of you who have used, or are using an...

I am changing the oil and flushing the engine with 2 qts. of motor flush. I removed the spark plugs in order to rapidly turn the engine over using the front crank, to mix the motor flush in with the oil before draining and adding the new 10w x 30w detergent oil. While I had the plugs out, I took pictures of the end of the plugs. They all have...

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I have had these for more years than I care to recall, they came to me in a lot of tooling that was all K.R. Wilson (all Model T and Model A tooling) and these have been rolling around in the bottom of the box all that time. Whether or not these are in fact KRW I do not know, I have no earthly idea...

I just found quite a few used and N.O.S. Grease cups
same size as the drive shaft cup but threads are same as rear axle and steering, any one know the application or cars this would have been used on the head is slight different see pics, Bob

Attached are photos of the front shackles on my 1927 coupe. I just noticed that they are not the same.
The first photo is of the right shackle, which I assume is correct. The second is of the left one. Is this a correct shackle or should I order a replacement?

Another question: The right shackle has both a grease zerk and a oil cap. Why both? Is...

Just got my copy of the newest reprint of Ford Service, think this one is destined to be useful for us older T'ers with aging eyes :roll:

The photos aren't more crisp, but at least they are larger to peer at the details. The type font is the right size. ;)

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Happy Twos day to anyone with a 22 T You should should wear a tutu twoday

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Preparing for the MTFCA Wonderful Wisconsin National Tour, I have a band scheduled to play which wants to learn some of the era Model T songs.
I have sheet music for some, but I don't have The Little Ford Rambled Right Along . Would someone be able to scan or photoscan their copy of sheet music and email it to me? Thanks, Jim. jcerodell at...

I would like to know who, if anyone knows, draws up the specific manufacturing details on what the company in Vietnam makes? How do our everyday suppliers know what the specific information on design is? Does that company or companies just build whatever they want and put it up for sale, or does a wholesaler go to them and tell them what they...

Wow! The cost of the window wood is out of this world. $360, $254, and so on.
I might as well fab my own.
Anyone have the dimensions for the 27 Coupe quarter windows and rear window wood?

So, the Ford Service manual states that there are three loom clips on the bottom of the radiator.
Well, I do not see any on our radiator, nor any witness marks concerning where they may have lived.
A parts search for loom did not help.
A parts search for clip gave many results but not enough specific info.
I have a feeling that installing them on...

Just in case you didn't get the email, this just came from the Henry Ford regarding OCF and other events

Anyone here used the Felpro head gasket? I known that it is only available in a full set, but is it any good?

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After a brief wait (somewhere between 4-6 months) look at what arrived! After ordering from Lang’s and learning about the back order I called all the other vendors. I always prefer to go where the vendor is helpful and honest. In this case it is because Steve Lang always goes the extra mile and has...

About a week ago there was a thread , in which Hap Tucker posted info on the reinforcing brackets that were necessary
for the weak design on some 1913 bodys

I would like to see the information that wold picture the brackets.possibly someone can find this in the archives and post
Thanks Rich

Gents,

I have a non demountable ('14 front) with a slightly loose Felloe. Thinking of drilling the rim 24 times and placing screws through and into the Felloe.

Was thinking that if there was some kind of 2 part epoxy that was runny enough to squirt into the holes (with a syringe) it would improve the equation. Any ideas or thoughts
Thanks

Just curious as to what the desired clearance is between the cam and the cam bushing. Thanks : Bruce

Need to know some facts, not guesses! When did Ford start punching the holes in the radiator side panels for the rubber headlight tubing? Could it have been about the same time they started stamping Made in USA under the Ford script?

I purchased a bag of these several years ago. I thought they were emergency brake lever springs, but When I attempted to fit one on the emergency brake handle of my coupe, I could not figure how it fit on so it would apply tension to the closed handle so that it would open back up. Can anyone confirm that this is what it is, or if it is for...

What year did this cast iron Ford script roller type timer come out? Would it be correct for all Model T’’s or is it specific to certain years? I would guess that, due to its’ very old appearance, it would have gone on a very early T, but I don’t know. Jim Patrick

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I noticed that the exhaust pipe doesn't fit very tightly in to the muffler. Thereby flooding the interior of my Tudor with fumes. What do people do to fix this problem? wrap the pipe with some kind of material to fill the void, or cut a slice in the muffler pipe, or both? Thanks.
John
By the way, the pipe does not have the correct bend to line up...

This is where the 1926 Coupe body sub-frame meets the frame on the driver's side.
The front bracket (pink) is not yet installed.
Q: Should there be any gap between the two (red circled) holes once everything is in place?
Thanks.

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My 1911 has two major oil leaks, one of them is at the right side of the trans where the high gear shaft goes thru the hogshead. I have attached pictures of that leak. How can that be fixed? The other leak, drip drip drip is at the front of the hogs head between the hogshead and oil pan and I will probably replace the hogshead gasket. While I have...

I was surprised to see this much felt packing in the two pack nuts. It was very difficult to remove. This may not be unusual, but thought I would show it anyway.

I also show a piece of new felt packing that was in a gasket kit I purchased. I am not going to use it but instead will purchase a neoprene seal.

I was curious about how the felt piece...

Good evening. What years does this size spark coil fit? I know it fits the 1926 and ‘27, but I’m not sure of the other years it fits. If I’m not mistaken, the earlier years used a different size. Thank you for your help. Jim Patrick

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I am looking at a Torpedo to restore.Is this a desirable model?
Campbell Tellman, Beaufort,NC

In the ordering of Model T parts from the vendors, which parts have you found are almost impossible to get these days, have been discontinued, or are subject to incredibly long waits? Jim Patrick

Good afternoon. I tried a TW Components timer on my T with disappointing results, so, I are removing it. I have tried just about every type of timer and never has my T run better than with the old original roller type timer, so, hopefully I will be installing an original roller type today. Trouble is, I am unable to get the pin out that is holding...

Does anyone have any information of a manufacturers insignia found on hub wrench T-1349 that is a MW stamped inside an upside down triangle?
Please see the attachment.
Thank you,
Stu

I'm looking for information about a 122 C.I. sleeved short block built in the period that has appears to have Green Engineering sleeves, a Green chrome-nickel timing gear, and a cam possibly re-ground by Green with 5/16 lift and different intake and exhaust profiles, and lightweight 1-3/4 racing valves.

These engines and parts were made available...

In the latest Shorpy photo, there is a late model T and a Tudor A beside each other, parked in a street. Those cars are nearest to the camera, but lots of more modern machines there as well.

I've noticed a few cars of interest located out of state. I would not make a buy unless a full inspection was done by a Model T expert.

Do such experts exist for hire? If so, how would I find a person nearest the prospective car?

Just pulled the head on my speedster. 30+ years since it ran. Wanted to see if I could 'unstick' a valve. No ridge, domed pistons, number two has negligible movement. Went to check number one and it dropped about 1/4 . Do you think this is too much to take up with removing shims? If it even has any. Regardless, I got the valve to start moving...

I have found a few posts on this topic, but no clear answer to the problem. I am installing Lang's NH conversion kit and it appears the over-the-top throttle linkage is too short. Because this issue has came up before, I am surprised this hasn't been addressed by Lang's in the instructions. I can't help but wonder if the 2nd hole in the carb...

So I pulled the driver side regulator out of my 27 Coupe and I think I figured out why the glass fell to the bottom of the door. It looks like somebody did a homemade repair to it by brazing part of it in place. The shaft has a bunch of play in it, and it doesn't feel like there is any notch inside to grab the regulator teeth. My question is, can...

Hello all,
So I’m looking to build a fixture to repour camshaft bearings. News ones are getting very expensive. Currently I can pour/Align bore mains and the same for connecting rods. Camshaft bearings are the only item I haven’t done yet.
So I was curious if anyone does the cam bearings. I’d love to see some fixture ideas. As well as how they...

I have purchased a visor cover replacement for my coupe. I have studied the instructions, and they are not all that clear. It appears the installation is going to be difficult. The frame is original.

I am interested in what others have experienced in doing the installation and appreciate any helpful suggestions.

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I have these two brass bowls and they are 3 inch diameter. The NH bowls are 2 7/8 inch diameter. The one has a 1 inch center hole and the other has a 1/2 inch center hole. I am interested I learning what they fit. B5EB3222-5780-4828-AAB8-D66279F0143E.jpeg 9C1CC2E4-5E3A-4A4B-8F8D-E60A0527F38A.jpeg

Are the hinges interchangeable on a 1913 vs 1914 Frames? In other words, if I needed a Windshield for a 1914 but I have a 1913 Windshield, can I use the forward folding Windshield for the time being and then change-out the hinges to make it fold rearward when those are located without any other modifications to the existing Windshield Frame??

TIA

Has anyone ever put a handle on the Deck Lid of their Coup to make it easier to lift .. trying to think of something that wont look out of place on my '25 work in progress.

Trying to help a friend, wants to put together a set of wheels and hubs what you got? Closer to Minnesota the better, Possible Chickasha pickup Dave 507-838- 0696

Just made reservations for Chickasha. Guess I can’t stay away, going to round dice one more time. Hope to see yous guys there.

P.S. Could not believe still found rooms available this late. Is nobody going????