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I remember a man making outstanding wooden steering wheel replacement outer wheel rims. I cannot find his advertising, his name, or the products he used to sell on eBay. I am certain many of us know who he is and have some of his wheels. Some of the best made and most beautiful wheels out there.

Please help me out with his name, and I can go from...

Need transport for rear end minus tube and rods from Ventura to Tulare swap meet.lcan help with fuel expenses. Thanks. Ted 503 728 3476

Looking for peoples' knowledge of original tire pumps for 1913 and 1921. Have they been documented anywhere?
Jim Dix
Big Flats NY

I just picked up this Connecticut timer and rotor and have never seen another one like it. Does anyone have any information on this unit?

Sorry for my inexperience but how do I use this brake lining rivet tool?

. In the picture I think 1 is the correct rivet punch? I don't know what the other punches do.
. Item 2 in the picture, that is for drilling and counter sinking the lining right? Mark it with a marker from the back of the brake, drill it through from the back of the lining...

It is time to put the brass trim on the firewall. How to bend the pictured sold brass half oval at a 90 degree? I have read several places to do not heat it that it will break. I am thinking of just putting it into a vise and bending it, will that work? Is there a better way?

My T is run rough and missing. I noticed that the carburetor leaks when parked unless I shut the gas off while it's running until it starves itself of gas. I'm pretty far from a mechanic and I'm still new model t's so any help would be appreciated.

Anybody have any info or experience with the additive AVBLEND in the T?
I used it 20 years ago in my homebuilt airplane and in my Suzuki motorcycles, TLR1000, and my Hayabusa. Made the motorcycle transmissions shift buttery smooth and perfectly. And there were documented aircraft engine loss of oil pressure incidents where the addirive...

I need to make a pair out of these 3. I think 2 are Ford but one looks like the mounts are bent down. The other one is it Ford?

Hi folks,
I need to replace just my brake band. I drive in an urban area with lots of stop signs and brake lights so the band suffers. With removable ears, can I replace the brake band without removing the others through the access door? When I try, the new band ends up riding over the reverse and jams up.

Appreciate any advice and knowledge....

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...making them difficult to use.
No. As usually sold, they are impossible to use. Why? Because they are sold with a modern chuck on them, not a Model T era chuck. How can a pump without a check valve possibly work? By relying on the valve in the tube stem to...

I have used a wire wheel buff on one end of my bench grinder for many years to remove light rust in preparation for painting. Standard rule of operation is always to buff off from any edge on the workpiece so it doesn't snag and wrap it around the buff. When working on a headlight rim, the outside was a piece of cake. The inside meant holding the...

It is time to do some repair on the ford. I need to remove the rear fenders. My question is about the bolts from the bracket into the body. Do these have a nut on the inside? I removed the rear seat bottom but can't see where the bolts come thru. I am hoping that these just thread into the body. I really don't want to remove the upper rear seat...

someone explain all the shifters in my tt truck please. rear axle has a shifter. i assume it is a two speed. high and low is forward low and back is high. then there is the jumbo transmission. What is the shift pattern?
where can i learn these things. HELP

I have numerous seat springs, some I’m sure are are for a Model T.
Can anyone please help with some sizes of them ?
I’m thinning out stuff that isn’t for a T and hopefully someone can use the T stuff.
I also have what I think is a Center door folding seat, I’ll post a picture of it later.

On what side of the engine is the carburetor on a mid 20's Dodge? I bought two foot feed assemblies at a recent jumble sale to get the pedals and control arms on them. There were Dodge parts scattered throughout the lots, so I presume the assemblies are Dodge.

I have a similar pedal on my roadster to connect the OF carb. On RHD cars it's apiece...

A couple of years ago, I ordered a complete glass set for a 1927 Model T. Coupe. I received the crate, and set it aside, as at that time the body was in a paint shop locally, and not accessible to me.

A couple months ago, it was time to start the installation of the body glass. The windshield was shy on all dimensions, but useable. The rear...

Okay, I’m calling it: 5 o’clock on the Activities Field at the opposite end of the Field from the buildings. In other words, as you face the railroad tracks, we will be on your right. That should leave you enough time to grab dinner and I think most Pass in Reviews will be over. Looking forward to seeing you there!

how do you make a Side mount spare tire bracket for a 1924 model t roadster pickup

I'm asking those who understand simple electronics. Unfortunately that's an area where I suffer from serious MEGO. So I need help with this flasher wiring.

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1 As this is a signal setup for a Model T and is meant to operate completely separately from the ignition system, should I skip Switch A and run the battery wire directly...

I have a question on adjusting valves and valve timing with high compression valves.
I use a dial indicator on the high domed pistons to find top dead center. I have adjustable valve lifters and have attempted to get the correct valve lash.
The valves are the hardened steel type with new seats. I am getting confused with all of the feed back on...

Six of us club guys got together for lunch along a breezy Sandusky bay today, afterward I took the scenic route home to also stop by one of the guy's place on the way home. So I went along the lake shore on what is called Cedar Point Chausee. We're getting lots of wind from the remnants of Ida, and she has the lake roiled up. Pics don't show the...

Does anyone know who makes the 12 volt alternator that is a direct replacement for the gear-driven six volt generators on later Model T's? I know the vendors sell them but wonder who they get them from?

Has anyone used the 80 grit Timesaver? I've used the 60 grit, which works fast, and the 100 grit which takes awhile. It seems to me the 80 grit would be the way to go, but haven't used it.

The tall base has Ford script with PN T 7316 A1.
The small one is not Ford, however, has the same part number barely legible of PN T 7316 A1.

Same part number different height? What do these go to? What gives?

Thanks,
John.

I have a mix of approximately 300 MtfcA and MTFCI magazines I want to get rid if. U pay the freight and they are yours. (or pick them up)

halsched@hotmail.com. ..Sacramento

I was under the impression that it was slightly safer to hand start a model T or mag in regards to the less likely they were to kick back. My car is a non-electric car. Well I had something happen to me today that I would’ve never thought would happen. Apparently one of my coils moved in the coil box and shorted in a way that caused it to be...

I am curious. If I should forgo my method of adjusting coils with the attached buzz box and not depending on the HCCT that I received years ago from an early Ford Dealership to set coils, what benefits would I feel or see?

With my methods of using the box and making certain the cushion springs are free, I can travel at 30-35 mph with no bulking...

I have a T tractor conversion kit I am hoping someone can help me id thanks in advance

So I'm trying to instal the radiator on my 26/7 touring. I have the diagram of how it all goes together and I understand how I can draw up the bolt with the nut compressing the spring in the frame. Then put in a block of wood to hod it. I'm also using the correct 26/7 bolt and spring kit.

My question is how do you compress the top spring? I...

I put the 22 Touring body on the chassis today and noticed the starter switch with the extension on it is not high enough to extend thru the floorboard. Can someone post a picture of the starter switch mounting and how it comes thru the floorboard? Thanks, Art

I have my tube of E-Z lubricant on order.
Should it be applied on the sediment bowl threads and how much? Many thanks in advance 🙂!

My early '26 roadster came with what I believe to be zinc door sill plates. They have some minor damage. I would like to repair what is missing on one of them and fix the crack on the other. Can this be done? Also, what is the best way to restore these sill plates? Glass bead sandblasting or would another method be better?

is there any fixin to the rubber coated coils?- i've been going through a bunch of coils getting them in working condition rather than letting them set around collecting dust, i found one that's coated in what looks to be plastic,and no way to open it,is this like all other stuff-a toss out,or is there a way to make it buzz again, here is some...

To our Model T Family,
The link below is the obituary for our friend Tony Wiltshire.
There is a celebration of Tony’s life to be announced in the next week. It will be held at the Model T Museum in Richmond.
As plans come together, we will announce them via this forum.
Please keep Susan and Tony’s family in your thoughts and prayers during this...

Up to the bit of the restoration where we put the Spare tyre carrier in place, before I pull it all to bits to start the paint.
Do the kinks in the arms look right? The left has a much more pronounced kink than the right.
Got a fair bit of straightening up of the lighter flat steel.
The angle brace across the top measures 17 1/2 inches, which I...

I know what the springs are for, but what is this piece in the middle of the axle for ?
Looks like a pretty good axle, but it’s is bent a little in the middle.

Also what are these smaller springs for ?
TIA !

Anyone get anything? Obviously some one did!

Is there a good paint stripper that the EPA has not banned ? Aircraft remover used to be good. I am stripping a radiator shell.

John

We plan to be at Hershey and will have for sale many consumable parts for the aftermarket distributors like Atwater Kent, Bosch, Delco, Autolite, Thomas and lesser known others. Check with us at C4N 30-33. We'll also have ignition parts for most other makes and models from 1910 to 1960.

My parking permit is for B lot. My car number is 334 with a big orange dot on the placard. The mixer is from 6-9 in Greenfield village. There is other info for participants. I am in Milwaukee so some of you might get the info in tomorrows mail or later in the week.

Remember Marty will also have a meet and greet Saturday evening.

Was a time ever set for the Saturday get-together? I hope it will be well before or after Pass in Review. My ability to be in two places simultaneously is severely limited. :)

Does anyone use a mild locktite product on wheel lug nuts. I always check mine before driving, I find one or two slightly loose, less than a 1/8 turn. Just trying to keep things safe. Thanks

I have this tool/cutter. I can’t tell if it 6060 or 6050 B-1. Cutter and a jig. What’s it for ?

Needed a new alternator after the Michigan Jamboree, case bolts loosen up because of vibration on a T engine. They need lock tite ,didn’t get any at time of manufacture, originally purchased from LD Becker Norwalk Ohio. He is no longer in business.. his son’s took over the business, but are closed down also. Contact Buckeye Antique Auto Electric...

Dear Members,

We apologize that the July/August issue of the Vintage Ford is running so late. Once again COVID has reared its ugly head and caused delays. After having to close down their printing lines for a bit, they are back up and running and assure us the new issues is finally in the mail and should arrive on your doorstep soon!

We are so...

I have a Holley G that idles lean. It is brass with a steel bowl. If I open the adjustment a little you can get it to run pretty well at low RPMs. But accelerating and driving it’s too rich. Then you end up turning the adjustment about a quarter turn more lean and it runs great. I am not sure if it is float level or not. Is there a way of checking...

I was saddened today to learn that Sue Schneckloth died recently. She was a regular on National tours with her 1924 runabout. I cared for the car for many years. It had been built by Louis Rector for the Montana 500 and needed some serious love before touring here in hill country. Every year I would get a call from Sue to do a checkup on it for...

I bought a 1919 roadster recently. One I picked it up, I noticed some interesting details on the Body.

The back of the cab seems to simply cut off, and there is a point on the side that looks like it was welded on. It also doesn’t seem to have spacers under the turtle trunk.

These are old pictures, as the car is dissembled and the body pieces...

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The Model T Ford Club of Southern California is hosting a full day of “fun in the sun” this coming Saturday, August 28th, at the beach cottage of one of our members, on Balboa Island. This gathering is a Model T focused potluck/ covered dish event with hobbyist, some with their families, coming from near and far.

There will be a potluck...

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Hello fellow Model T-ers,

Would any of you have an opinion on the practicality of installing and running one of these cast iron Himico high compression heads on my 1926 Warren Speedster engine?
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In another post, a new member described a Model T he purchased that has what appears to be a cut-off touring body with a turtle deck added. He asked the forum how he should best proceeds. Others have posted that he should consider removing the turtle deck, and add a wooden pickup box. I also think that would be a good solution. At this point his...

Anyone ever encounter a higher ratio T than 3:1? I found an period ad (1920)for a T with Rajo and 2.5:1 diff.

I’d like to find a 2.5 or taller.

Thanks for any info or ideas how to make a higher ratio diff.

Rob

Does anyone know of anyone in South Central Pennsylvania that has a Stevens Tool that would rebuild my axle?
Keith Billet
Wrightsville, PA

Pictures from the tour

So I took Puddles for a trip through our new diverging diamond interchange... An old car new new idea.. not sold on it completely but it does move alot of traffic in a short amount of time..

Has anyone used a leather restore product to bring badly faded seat leather back to black?

If my radiator is clogged up, is that what causes an overflow? Does the lack of flow through the radiator make it to a builds up in the top tank and over flows through the overflow tube?

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Hello fellow Model T-ers,

Would anyone know if these cast iron front armrest brackets were original equipment on a Model T? The example pictured is on a friend’s 1912 Touring. My 1911 Touring doesn’t have them.

As you can see in the photographs on early Touring Cars they would attach horizontally along the top of the front seat riser and then...

Hi, this 1915 rear lamp door probably isn't original and doesn't close all the way without forcing it then it pops right back open. I think the tang on the hinge isn't long enough. The brass door itself seems to be the right size. It also does not have a clasp at the top. Suggestions on how to get this to work are much appreciated.

After just learning of the sad news of losing Tony Wiltshire I questioned myself about posting the last day of the Michigan Jamboree right now, but Tony was the kind of guy who would say with that cool Aussie accent go ahead and post it mate !
So here we go with a couple of sets of pics.

The day started out looking like rain but luckily we...

This is a collection in the California desert. All I can say, is that they're all in very dry storage and some day there will be a huge additional supply of cars going back into circulation. And lots of purple glass in the making for Burger.

Kinda brings tears to my eyes.

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I'm going to keep this in my T in case I need to air up a tire.

1 Does the piston prefer oil, like other air tools, or should it run dry?

2 Does it matter which cylinder it goes in?

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This my backup. I was pleasantly surprised to find how well it works.

Hey guys, has anyone got some close up photos of the drip rail mounted on a 1926 T coupe?

Thanks,

Anyone ever had a door handle completely apart? This is a brass handle for a 12, I'm wanting to extend the steel square shaft to work for the project I'm working on and it's about 1/2 shorter than I need it to be. This is an original handle and I'm just curious as to how these were assembled. Theres a brass keeper that the square steel shaft...

Hi all,

I'm a newby in Australia so while I've had my head in deep research for 6 months I am compelled to ask what some may deem as stupid questions...

I bought a 26 touring cutoff as a pile of completely disassembled parts. Probably 4-5 different cars in the body alone.

The assembly of the chassis and body is progressing well, and I am now...

My 26 T had the transmission rebuilt many years ago. I'm finally getting to the restoration. I would occasionally crank the engine over the years. Now I had it on jacks and when I crank a wheel turns. Off the jacks and it won't roll. Something is locking it up in gear. Any suggestions on cause and how to fix? Thanks in advance. :)

My '22 touring has been in storage for a few years and I have been cleaning her up and noticed that one of the Firestone tires is showing a small crack running from rim to tread on side of tire.
Is this normal, and is this something to be worried about?
I have had the tires for about 7 years and the T has few miles put on her since I got her.
I...

I am working on a TT. The truck is claimed to be an '18, but is a mix of other years.
The fill plug is just slightly below the axle tube.
That seems like the level would be too high. When compared to a non truck axle.
What is the correct level? Thanks.

Recently removed the engine from our 1922 touring to replace damaged field coils, recharge magnets, etc. I have the engine back in the car and replaced the hogshead today. The problem is that the bronze clutch fork is stuck in the down, engaged position. I can jiggle the shaft, but it will not pull up out of the channel that it rides in. If I...

Yesterday the Tacoma Model T Club had a potluck gathering at the home of one of the members. About 7 old cars attended, including 4 Model T Fords. The Model Ts were a 1912 T touring and a 1926 touring owned by Marty Pendriss, my 1916 Coupelet and a very rare 1918 Canadian coupelet with removeable window posts, owned by Ken Ellison. There was also...

My 26 T had the transmission rebuilt many years ago. I'm finally getting to the restoration. I would occasionally crank the engine over the years. Now I had it on jacks and when I crank a wheel turns. Off the jacks and it won't roll. Something is locking it up in gear. Any suggestions on cause and how to fix? Thanks in advance. :)

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So I was digging around in some boxes of parts that came with my car. Found something that gives me hope.

Two babbitt washers and other real axel parts. Makes me think that bronze washers were put in place. But I have trust issues and I'm going to pull the rear apart and look for myself.

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Then I came across this water pump....

Wonder if anyone here on the Forum is using a Motor Inventions aluminum Airburner in place of the Ford Hot Air Pipe. I have one & it has a Thumb screw adjustment to the Proclaimed Efficiency, Has anyone that has one on their Ford modified this pipe & where do you set the Thumb Screw if you don't modify. George

A good friend came by shop yesterday and gave me this, many thanks to him.
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Anyone know what makes it T related?

Can anyone tell who made this body? Is the 7 14 a date?

Paul

Getting closer on getting my new 1926 Model TT Truck on the road. A little wiring and then Cruzing here I come.

From what my wife looked up, masks will be required inside and out, and social distancing is to be maintained at all times while in the village. Masks are not to be removed, even for photos! So bring your masks, and be prepared to wear them! ;)

Our day started out okay with the weather until shortly after the great donut stop at Ackerman Park. Pretty much rained the next 40 minutes on the way to the lunch stop on the lake at Point Aux Barques Lighthouse. It is very similar looking to Ohio's Marblehead Lighthouse. We had a nice pulled pork lunch hosted by the Harbor Beach Lions Club. The...

What goes/ went in these holes on the left side of the dash on Model TT Trucks? I have seen different pictures with them.
Thanks Mark

First day on the Michigan Jamboree was great. Perfect weather, good roads, lunch along the bay near the tip of the thumb , temperature perfect. Got a little bitter toward the last 15 miles back to the hotel but I left the top down!! :lol:
Saw some great sites like the Octagon barn, several parks, always a good donut stop at a city park, getting...

It began in 1962 when I purchased my first Model T, a 1926 Tudor sedan, fully restored, for $ 475. It was my daily driving car in Seattle. Shortly after the Model T came Floyd Clymer’s book “Henrys Wonderful Model T”, which taught me about coupelets. It became a dream of mine to own one someday.

In April 1968, I got married. In early summer we...

So I'm going to start putting the windshield together soon and I was looking at a car as a model. Take a look at the rubber gasket in a grove on the bottom of the frame.

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Now take a look at my frame. There is no grove in the frame. Did the nickel ones not have it?

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I'm probably not the only one who has second thoughts before selling a part. I bought this several years ago to go with the E&J sidelights on my 1909. The car has a nice set of Browns on it now. Firstly, I would still like to buy a reasonably priced mate to it that could be restored.
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Failing that I would put...