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Announcement - All Support questions have been moved here

Last post by AdminJeff « Mon Jan 28, 2019 11:47 am

by 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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Old Car Festival Update

Last post by DHort « Mon Jul 26, 2021 9:10 pm
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by R.V.Anderson » Tue Jul 06, 2021 1:47 pm

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Got an email this morning from the Registration Team:

We are carrying forth with Old Car Festival September 11th and 12th, 2021. Our application will be opening later this week.

Woo hoo!!

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Was there ever any doubt?

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Mon Jul 26, 2021 9:10 pm
Early top fasteners

Last post by Upholstery Mike « Mon Jul 26, 2021 12:33 pm
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by Dropacent » Sun Jul 25, 2021 3:18 pm

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Thanks to keith, I’ve corrected my post. Here are some samples, I’m sure there are others. The very early T and pre-T used similar fasteners to the Murphy, but different. I think appropriate for very early T, and certainly pre-T autos. I don’t have an example of a Murphy brand to show, but are the same and interchangeable with the Common Sense...

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I believe you're correct Larry. I have at least 5 different original styles I've collected and they don't say dot.

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Mon Jul 26, 2021 12:33 pm
This weekends project (touring to pick up)

Last post by Scott_Conger « Mon Jul 26, 2021 12:28 pm
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by Caswell » Sun Jun 27, 2021 7:39 pm

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Removed to start another thread.

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Dean

I don't dislike you. I've never met you, and until this, have only commented once on the thread with this being the second.

I scanned down the top 2/3 of the thread and saw you were cutting up a black touring to make a pick up...even your last picture of the vehicle you NOW want to reproduce is a later T with an all wood body...I did not...

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Mon Jul 26, 2021 12:28 pm
Starter switch I'm confused

Last post by Mopar_man « Mon Jul 26, 2021 12:18 pm
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by Mopar_man » Sun Jul 25, 2021 9:37 pm

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So I have a starter switch on my 26. It's the kind that has the top part with the button held on with two screws. My question is how are the two studs that the battery cable attaches to not grounded together by the bracket that hols them? Should there be a rubber washer insulating the studs? I had a rubber washer on one of the studs.

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So this is the type I have. I can see the fiber around the contact (stud). This makes sense now. One of the rubber washers that was used under the switch was broken.
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Mon Jul 26, 2021 12:18 pm
Streetcar bell on older cars

Last post by Dropacent « Mon Jul 26, 2021 12:18 pm
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by bdtutton » Mon Jul 26, 2021 1:25 am

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When i first started looking at early brass cars I noticed that many had bells that operated with a foot button. I was told the bells were for use in the city because the horses were familiar with trolly bells, but were startled by the squeeze bulb horns. I was wondering how long these bells were in use and why I don't see them for sale very...

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Shameless plug, I posted one for sale last night.

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Mon Jul 26, 2021 12:18 pm
Common Sense fastener Murphy fastener difference

Last post by Original Smith « Mon Jul 26, 2021 12:04 pm
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by Marc Roberts » Fri Jul 23, 2021 9:52 pm

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I have a car (older restoration) with twist turn top-to-body fasteners in place that are in good shape. I do not have curtains (which I would like to make) or the grommets. I see that restoration suppliers sell two kinds of these fasteners, one called a Common Sense fastener and one called a Murphy fastener. The male ends, female grommets, and...

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I've had very good luck over the years buying original old stock fasteners at Hershey.

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Mon Jul 26, 2021 12:04 pm
OLD PHOTO - OOPS!

Last post by John Heaman « Mon Jul 26, 2021 12:01 pm
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by Jay In Northern Ca. » Sat Jul 24, 2021 9:51 pm

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Well here's another fine mess you've gotten us into.

Not as bad as this one!

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Mon Jul 26, 2021 12:01 pm
Apco brackets

Last post by Dropacent « Mon Jul 26, 2021 12:00 pm
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by sweet23 » Thu Jul 22, 2021 5:31 pm

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Anyone know what these Apco brackets are for ?

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Ahaaaaaa, Dan is the MAN ! Again !

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Mon Jul 26, 2021 12:00 pm
Unexpected consequences

Last post by RustyFords « Mon Jul 26, 2021 11:01 am
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by nicklm » Sun Jul 25, 2021 6:28 pm

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We have a 1926 New and Improved touring and it had an occasional skip. I thought it was time to clean the plugs and timer. Removing the plugs there was a carbon build up. I cleaned off the carbon with acid thinking it would come out cleaner than any other way. Completed the cleaning and installed the plugs. The car would not start. Charged the...

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Better way to clean is to scrape off the electrodes and or sandblast the insulators. That acid, must have either opened some connection or caused an internal short which would cause no spark. The old spark plug cleaners were small sandblasters.
Norm

I have one of those that my grandfather bought prior to WW2.

I knew it existed because I...

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Mon Jul 26, 2021 11:01 am
1915 model T

Last post by TWrenn « Mon Jul 26, 2021 7:29 am
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by Edy » Fri Jul 23, 2021 8:31 pm

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New member here...just wanted to introduce myself and ask my first question...I recently bought my 1915 model T and I am ready to install the 6 volt battery and was wondering are the model T's positive ground or negative ground... I do have a 1919 engine in it with an electric starter but I just want to hook it up right so I don't mess anything...

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Ralph....LMAO!!! :lol: :lol:

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Mon Jul 26, 2021 7:29 am
Oh Crap!

Last post by AndreFordT « Mon Jul 26, 2021 2:28 am
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by Oldav8tor » Tue Jul 13, 2021 1:15 pm

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I've been helping my friend (as he helped me) with the 1922 Model T he acquired recently. All had been going pretty well until today. The fan that was installed when he bought it was a 26-27 which was a poor fit for a low radiator. He bought the parts to convert it to the correct fan which also required changing the timing cover.

We got it all...

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Here is how I did a sort like repair on the cover.
I used a heli coil and J&B weld.

Good luck
Andre
Belgium

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Mon Jul 26, 2021 2:28 am
4th Main? Did I screw this up

Last post by TRDxB2 « Mon Jul 26, 2021 12:38 am
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by bmklawt » Sat Jul 24, 2021 10:00 pm

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Well I think this is what is called the 4th main, see photo.
I took my hogshead off for a look and to do some repairs see if interested.
Anyway I was cleaning up the old gasket on the oil pan today an took all the bolts out of the universal joint because the gasket appeared to be trashed, didn't help as I've sense learned you would need to remove...

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Here is a picture of the 4th Main also referred to as the Ball Cap- sold thru Lang's

AND I blew up your picture and it appears that the hole is currently in the up position. 4bc.jpg

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Mon Jul 26, 2021 12:38 am
Green 1926 Runabout?

Last post by EricMac « Sun Jul 25, 2021 10:42 pm
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by Flivver » Thu Jul 22, 2021 5:52 pm

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IMG_20210627_1936054.jpg I’ve been wondering about the colour of my green 1926 Runabout... The reading I have done clearly indicates that the car was never offered in that colour.

From The Improved Fords for 1926 and 1927 (MTFCA) Bruce W. McCalley. Rev. July 1, 2000 The improved Ford Runabout is finished in black. In late 1926, perhaps for the...

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When I restored my '26 touring I almost desperately wanted it to be a color other than black. Alas, when I pulled the gas tank the paint on the underside of the cowl clearly was clack. The same was true of the color under the wooden seatback supports, both front and rear. It was obvious to me, new, the car was black. I would encourage you to look...

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Sun Jul 25, 2021 10:42 pm
9 out of 10 is succes - what's wrong with the one?

Last post by 67pontiac « Sun Jul 25, 2021 7:21 pm
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by dykker5502 » Fri Jul 23, 2021 12:55 pm

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My 1914 have no starter, so it is turning the crank when you want to go.
9 out of 10 it starts at first or second pull (not counting a choked pull when cold), but that 10th time it just requires (to) many pulls and often when there are spectators :-) It's often when warm but have cooled a little. there is normally no life, not just the slightest...

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Something to think about, and others have eluded to it on this post. Hand crank starting any antique vehicle, tractor, one-lunger engine or truck and successfully backing a trailer. The ability to have success in any of those endeavors is DIRECTLY porportional to the number of witnesses/spectators.

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Sun Jul 25, 2021 7:21 pm
1912 Crank Pulley

Last post by speedytinc « Sun Jul 25, 2021 7:05 pm
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by Ruxstel24 » Sat Jul 24, 2021 8:29 pm

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Is a 1912 pulley the same as the common later crank pulley ?

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John, the 6 hole Canadian pulleys are a different beast. They are the large diameter style and they are a machined casting. The early pulleys are the smaller diameter pressed steel type. The very early ones have the 4 smaller holes in the rear face. Most of the small ones have flogged out pin holes and ill fitting centres. I rebuild these by...

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Sun Jul 25, 2021 7:05 pm
Frame numbers before 1925?

Last post by Been Here Before « Sun Jul 25, 2021 5:33 pm
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by Steve Jelf » Fri Jul 23, 2021 2:43 pm

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On the Model T Ford Club of Facebook page:
Every Ford frame had a number on it too. Usually that corresponded to the engine number, but factory replacement-wide track-trucks sold for municipal use had xr and d prefixes.

And:
...every single one of my T’s have frame numbers including the ‘12 wide track and the cut away engine mounted on a d...

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May I suggest this revised form? It can be printed on white and yellow paper with a carbon in between.

I expect under colour for the exterior, that will depend on the year of manufacture. 1) 1908-1916 the rainbow, 2) 1917-1925 black only, and 3) 1925-1927 the rainbow is back in fashion.

Lineage for (Your car here)
Make and Model:
Chassis...

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Last post by Been Here Before
Sun Jul 25, 2021 5:33 pm
Two pieces crankshaft.

Last post by Kerry « Sun Jul 25, 2021 5:28 pm
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by AndreFordT » Sun Jul 11, 2021 1:53 am

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Since last week I am a member of the two pieces crankshaft club.
A while ago I bought a 1917 engine for a few $$. Last week I started to work on it.
Now I know why it was that cheap but here they say that you can't control the teets of a given horse.

Photos in attachment.

Andre
Belgium

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Andre.
Sounds like a Volkswagon mechanic was the last one to assemble your engine. The VW engine is the only one I can think of that used a paper gasket on the crank to flywheel.

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Last post by Kerry
Sun Jul 25, 2021 5:28 pm
Robert Scherzer 1943-2021

Last post by Ed Baudoux « Sun Jul 25, 2021 3:29 pm
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by Ed Baudoux » Mon Jul 19, 2021 6:54 pm

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Bob was an amazing guy. I'm glad I had the chance to tell him that in person.

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He made more things than you can imagine. Here's the Bob Scherzer radiator topper on our Fordor.

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Sun Jul 25, 2021 3:29 pm
Seeking another caretaker , another “woody”

Last post by Dropacent « Sun Jul 25, 2021 2:27 pm

by Dropacent » Sun Jul 25, 2021 2:27 pm

Also seeking the caretaker of this depot station wagon. I believe the long time owner is Don Setters, and I apologize in advance if I have the name wrong. If anyone here knows him ( New England area) I’d appreciate a private message with contact info. Tmorsher@icloud.com thanks for an6 help. 3B54ABE6-2512-4192-8CEB-E6198E1589A0.png

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Sun Jul 25, 2021 2:27 pm
Remember You are Not as Young as You Think...,

Last post by TXGOAT2 « Sun Jul 25, 2021 8:22 am
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by Henry K. Lee » Fri Jul 16, 2021 1:46 pm

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Had a very strange medical emergency a week ago and wanted to share as it might help another.

Been doing a lot of outside hard physical work on our property for the last three weeks. Love a good physical workout at my age as it makes you sleep good at night. The bride made lunch last Friday, went to take a short nap as usual, then it hit.....,...

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Buy a six pack of regular V-6 vegetable juice. Read the label and note the levels of vitamin C and potassium, etc. A 12 oz can or two a day won't hurt a normal person, and will likely help maintain vitamin and mineral levels. It's not a substitute for WATER, but is a good source of vitamins and minerals. It does not contain added sugars, fructose,...

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Sun Jul 25, 2021 8:22 am
coolant Ratio

Last post by Norman Kling « Sat Jul 24, 2021 9:15 pm
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by dunoon » Sat Jul 24, 2021 5:53 pm

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Being that water is a more efficient coolant than antifreeze, I was thinking of using more water than the normal 50/50 ratio maybe 75/25, does any know the freeze protection at that ratio. I live in the mtns of Va and winters normally don't get much below 10 deg above zero. Thanks

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You never know! Here at 2000' above sea level in San Diego, County, it rarely gets below freezing, however, one winter we had a night when it got down to 18 above. That night the pipes in our attic froze, so either 50-50 is fine. Even 40-60 would be OK. If you get a few days of exceptionally cold weather it would be good to drain the cooling...

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Sat Jul 24, 2021 9:15 pm
Where do these brackets go ?

Last post by Ruxstel24 « Sat Jul 24, 2021 8:44 pm
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by Ruxstel24 » Sat Jul 24, 2021 8:24 pm

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They look very familiar to me but I can’t place them. Anybody got an idea ?

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I thought band brackets too, but don’t they have 2 rivet holes ?
Seems like I found them in a box marked frame metal ?

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Sat Jul 24, 2021 8:44 pm
Intake Manifold Leak

Last post by Scott_Conger « Sat Jul 24, 2021 8:33 pm
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by Duckwing » Fri Jul 23, 2021 9:55 am

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I am experiencing poor idling (26 T with Kingston L4 carb). When I spray carb cleaner on either intake port area, the engine stalls momentarily. I have ordered replacement glands/rings. I will inspect the block and manifold when I get things apart. Question is has anyone used goop of some sort on the gland to improve the seal?

(Note: Lang's...

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Beyond just running lean due to the vacuum leak, there is a discontinuity of air flow within the manifold due to differences in pressure drop in the fore and aft ports. Running richer to make the vacuum-leak cylinders fire at some speed cannot ever balance the disrupted flow within the manifold, so everything is screwed up more than you can...

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Sat Jul 24, 2021 8:33 pm
Madam C. J. Walker and her 1912 Ford Touring

Last post by KWTownsend « Sat Jul 24, 2021 12:39 am
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by NorthSouth » Thu Jul 22, 2021 12:28 pm

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Madam C. J. Walker (1867-1919) was “the first Black woman millionaire in America” and made her fortune thanks to her homemade line of hair care products for black women. Most notably, she was the first black woman to own and drive a Model T Ford automobile.

Born Sarah Breedlove to parents who had...

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Her car was a pre-fore-door 1911 touring equipped with Ervin aftermarket fore-doors.

There was a very nice article about her in the Horseless Carriage Club Gazette about a year ago.

Keith

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Sat Jul 24, 2021 12:39 am
What? "If the oil leak occurs around the front wall, it will be necessary to solder the wall"

Last post by bmklawt « Fri Jul 23, 2021 11:21 pm
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by bmklawt » Fri Jul 23, 2021 1:54 am

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I believe I have a considerable oil leak at the front end of the crankshaft and was reading in the service manual Stopping oil leak at front end of crankshaft and it talks about If the oil leak occurs around the front wall, it will be necessary to solder the wall what are they talking about, is the solder used instead of a gasket? Just trying to...

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Well it looks like I may be wrong about this leak, I will have to investigate further. It leaks a tiny amount if I'm sitting still with the engine running, but judging from the oil streaks on the driveway it leaks a lot more when I'm moving

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Fri Jul 23, 2021 11:21 pm
Where Can I Find/Buy Good Cotton Bands?

Last post by speedytinc « Fri Jul 23, 2021 9:49 pm
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by GEmering » Wed Jul 21, 2021 9:24 am

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I posted yesterday about changing bands on my ‘ 24 Touring.
The recommendation as a newer driver and someone with marginal mechanical skills was to use cotton.
I’ve read that there have been or possibly still are issues with Scandinavian linings.
Could someone recommend a supplier?
I see Lang’s sells sets but are they the good quality ones?

As...

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I posted yesterday about changing bands on my ‘ 24 Touring.
The recommendation as a newer driver and someone with marginal mechanical skills was to use cotton.
I’ve read that there have been or possibly still are issues with Scandinavian linings.
Could someone recommend a supplier?
I see Lang’s sells sets but are they the good quality ones?

As...

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Fri Jul 23, 2021 9:49 pm
2021National Tour - Spokane, WA

Last post by KirkieP « Fri Jul 23, 2021 9:17 pm
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by KLTagert » Mon Jul 12, 2021 1:24 am

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The MTFCA 2021 National Tour kicked off with over 130+ Model Ts from across the US.
The Inland Empire Model T Club has done a fantastic job of coordinating things and making everyone feel more than welcome to the Spokane area.
I’ll try to summarize and attempt to attach some photos. I ask other attendees to please attach photos also - not...

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Great Tour!
Thanks so Much.
Loaded up and ready to head home. 20210714_175047.jpg

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Last post by KirkieP
Fri Jul 23, 2021 9:17 pm
"Gypsy" side curtains, awesome.

Last post by JohnM « Fri Jul 23, 2021 8:39 pm
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by bowerss2 » Thu Jul 22, 2021 10:22 am

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Just installed a pair on my 27, took it out for a cruise and ordered a set for my 26 when I got home.

Love the looks, love the function.

Trying to decide if I want to get a front bumper, the car has a rear bumper, and there are brackets for the front bumper attached... but bumper is missing. Maybe the bumper got bumped then discarded....

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I don't have gypsy curtains as of yet, but I think they attach with a hook and spring to the hole in the door where the side curtain rod goes.

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Last post by JohnM
Fri Jul 23, 2021 8:39 pm
Differential ring gear carrier

Last post by Bill Coyle « Fri Jul 23, 2021 7:12 pm
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by John L » Fri Jul 23, 2021 3:22 pm

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How do you replace the small studs on the ring carrier that hold the trust washers?

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I've used the same method Donnie Brown used (In Dan's post) #10-32 screw to pull them out. I've done two rear axles that way with no issues.

The pins i purchased back then were 2 thousandths smaller than the originals and had no press fit. So I made mine on the lathe out of 5/16 bolts the same diameter as the originals .282 . Also if you need to...

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Last post by Bill Coyle
Fri Jul 23, 2021 7:12 pm
New to Hershey

Last post by Tim Rogers « Fri Jul 23, 2021 5:12 pm
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by NY John T » Tue Jul 20, 2021 7:14 pm

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Hi all,
I'm going to Hershey this fall for the first time and would like to know if there's one section to look for model T parts. I have slight mobility issues (bad back) and would like to try to limit my walking all over the place. I don't need to be in a sea of 40's hot rods. Just send me to the place where I can pick up a few thing like wheel...

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Hershey is the best swap meet by far. One would have to visit multiple swap meets all over North America to see as many items as there are at Hershey!

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Last post by Tim Rogers
Fri Jul 23, 2021 5:12 pm
Crank packing

Last post by Kbillet « Fri Jul 23, 2021 5:11 pm
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by Craig Leach » Wed Jul 21, 2021 1:19 pm

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Hi guys,
I struggling with a crank that has a terrilby rusted area where the felt goes. It's rusted out .060 on one side. It would need to be built up and machined to use a speedy sleeve. ( don't trust JB weld that much and don't like to weld on cranks) Has anyone tried machining this part of the crank and using packing like a Model A uses? Or any...

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Craig, If you have a 1.500 diameter crank journal and wire is .100, you turn the shaft down to 1.400. When you wrap the journal you end up at 1.600 prior to turning. You’re adding material to both sides of the journal,
Keith

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Fri Jul 23, 2021 5:11 pm
1922 center door door locks and catches

Last post by Tracer « Fri Jul 23, 2021 4:32 pm
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by Tracer » Wed Jul 21, 2021 6:26 am

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Hi All
My 22 center body is missing the door locks and catches
Are they the same as any other body type ?
Cheers
Andrew from down under

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Thank you very much Phillip
I will check my doors to see if these would fit

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Last post by Tracer
Fri Jul 23, 2021 4:32 pm
FOURTH MAIN GASKETS

Last post by speedytinc « Fri Jul 23, 2021 12:10 pm
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by John Dow » Fri Jul 23, 2021 12:05 pm

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Hi Everyone. Is it necessary or advisable to gasket both sides of the fourth main when installing?

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Hi Everyone. Is it necessary or advisable to gasket both sides of the fourth main when installing?

NO!!!!!!. Gasket under the 4th main only. Drive shaft flange Is a ball joint. A gasket here adds a bunch of slop to the connection. A thin layer of silicone could be applied for your peace of mind, but is overall useless.

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Last post by speedytinc
Fri Jul 23, 2021 12:10 pm
Center door windows

Last post by Philip Lawrence « Fri Jul 23, 2021 9:27 am
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by Philip Lawrence » Thu Jul 22, 2021 6:13 pm

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Can anyone tell me what I can do to replace the weather strip on a center door? I can't seem to find anything even close to what was used originally. I know this problem has existed with every center door out there. What were the solutions?

Here is an example of what I have. I believe this is original. What looks like a rusted channel is actually...

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Thanks for the replies. I should have mentioned that my sedan is a 1920 year model, produced in 1919. The windows are raised and lowered by a strap. The weather strip is attached to the steel window frames and held in place by the window glass.

I believe everything is original as the glass in the car is the original plate glass. I can't believe...

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Last post by Philip Lawrence
Fri Jul 23, 2021 9:27 am
Catskill Conquest Rally

Last post by Art M « Thu Jul 22, 2021 9:53 pm
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by Tim Rogers » Thu Jul 22, 2021 8:36 am

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Anybody participated in this before? Thinking about doing it...

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I have not participated in this event, but I found the area to be very interesting and beautiful when I spent 3 days riding a bicycle in a 300 mile hub tour 50 years and 40 pounds ago. As I recall it would be a great place to enjoy a model t
Art Mirtes

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Thu Jul 22, 2021 9:53 pm
Large drum Rocky Mt install tips...

Last post by NU2theT « Thu Jul 22, 2021 9:41 pm
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by NU2theT » Wed Jul 21, 2021 7:18 pm

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Would appreciate any prep/install tips you guys might mention who have done this. Should be getting these brakes next week for my 26 Fordor, thanks Mike Bird and MTFCA.

Do have a picture/sheet with the install directions but thinking might be some things learned from you guys that have installed and adjusted them that may lower and help my...

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Thanks for the tidbits fellas. John I read your post twice and looking @ my pictured instructions and laying under the car I can actually visualize your post/steps, thanks!

Will post some pictures with results when complete, this website is invaluable.

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Thu Jul 22, 2021 9:41 pm
Front License Bracket - Polished Brass - Problem

Last post by speedytinc « Thu Jul 22, 2021 4:11 pm
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by bdtutton » Wed Jul 21, 2021 1:26 pm

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I recently purchased a Polished Brass Front License Bracket (T-3664-CHPO) from Snyders and I am having a little problem. The bracket has a nice feature that allows you to lock your crank in place so people do not fool around with your car. The problem I have is that I can not start my car even when the anti-theft feature is flipped up and away...

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Dan...do you have any pictures of what it looks like after you worked on it? It would be nice to see your modifications.
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And yes Larry....this is a reproduction part that does not seem to fit quite right.
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I tried looking at this from another point of view and realized that if I added some spacers it would raise it up to better align the...

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Thu Jul 22, 2021 4:11 pm
FJ - Happy Birthday Mark Atkins

Last post by FreighTer Jim « Thu Jul 22, 2021 1:01 pm

by FreighTer Jim » Thu Jul 22, 2021 1:01 pm

Mark Atkins is one of the Richmond Boyz
who built out The MTFCA Museum all those
years ago …

He helps out with Homecoming every year
He has built & rebuilt countless Model T’s
Mark always has a smile on his face 😊

Happy Birthday Mark 👋

FJ

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Thu Jul 22, 2021 1:01 pm
Dash weatherstrip, side T-3639.

Last post by Mark Gregush « Thu Jul 22, 2021 12:54 pm
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by Pep C Strebeck » Thu Jul 22, 2021 12:49 pm

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Would anyone have an example of the side weatherstrip (T-3639) for the wood firewall/dash. I would guess that the thickness and width would be the same as the top felt strip, I would like to know how high up the firewall it goes. I have only been able to find a couple of photos showing the top felt strip in place and those were of the metal...

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Don't think there was weatherstripping along the sides, just over the top. A little messy, but you could use something like dum-dum along the edges. It would stay flexible and stick to both parts.

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Last post by Mark Gregush
Thu Jul 22, 2021 12:54 pm
Model TT trucks galore

Last post by ModelTGal « Thu Jul 22, 2021 11:10 am
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by jaybee47 » Tue Jul 20, 2021 8:52 pm

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All are projects needing TLC, $ and patience. I have no affiliation. Posting for reference only.

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Wow! That is incredible!!

Here in Georgia those trucks wouldn't exist due to the rain/moisture we see here - would just be piles of rusted frames/blocks/etc.

Very cool to see, and not just TT's, some T's, some early cars from Chevy, Nash, etc. (I especially liked the model T tractor conversions)

Thanks for sharing!

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Last post by ModelTGal
Thu Jul 22, 2021 11:10 am
1915 Picky Issue but still annoying

Last post by speedytinc « Thu Jul 22, 2021 8:42 am
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by jmemjr » Wed Jul 21, 2021 4:10 pm

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My Daughter and I have just returned from the Celebration of Brass festival and tour in Michigan. It was a great time and the tour had plenty of highlights. Our 1915 roadster covered about 150 miles and all was essentially trouble free but we have noticed that we have a continual annoying issue with the car. It has a small rhythmic pause in...

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I had an NH with one of those rubber tips. Theoretically it shouldn't stick, but it did. I found an original in a box of auction plunder and tried that. No more sticking. I don't know if that's your problem, but I would put in an original or a new one from Scott Conger. It can't hurt, and it might help.

A ways back, they had a sharp edged seat...

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Last post by speedytinc
Thu Jul 22, 2021 8:42 am
FJ - OK Ladies <> Show Us Your Model T’s !

Last post by FreighTer Jim « Thu Jul 22, 2021 12:05 am
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by FreighTer Jim » Wed Mar 24, 2021 10:18 pm

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I’ll start with this Speedster I dropped off
last year to a Lady near Chicago.

She always wanted a Model T Speedster
and found one in California 👍

Ladies - Show Us Your Model T’s 😉

FJ

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FJ

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Last post by FreighTer Jim
Thu Jul 22, 2021 12:05 am
New Updated Forum Rule

Last post by DickC « Wed Jul 21, 2021 6:49 pm
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by Larry Azevedo » Sun Jul 18, 2021 8:44 pm

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During the MTFCA Board meeting in Spokane last week we discussed some proposed changes to the current rules. The current rules in the 'Other Items' section state the following:
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You or another poster can endorse and describe your product when applicable to a...

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Does this NEW RULE only apply to one who manufactures/supplies a product and NOT a common user? Excuse me for thinking this but this seems to be like some of the media giants controlling what THEY think is appropriate. They then ban the subscriber from the system. I hope we haven t reached that point in our club activities.

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Last post by DickC
Wed Jul 21, 2021 6:49 pm
Brakes for 25 roadster

Last post by DickC « Wed Jul 21, 2021 5:01 pm
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by DickC » Tue Jul 20, 2021 8:06 pm

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Need brakes and looking at Lang's there are two types. One is a single shoe that is lines and the other is a two piece that is lined. Which is best and why? Need to order tomorrow!

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Thanks everyone. I ordered the one piece set.

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Last post by DickC
Wed Jul 21, 2021 5:01 pm
Vaporizer Carb. question

Last post by speedytinc « Wed Jul 21, 2021 1:22 pm
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by FATMAN » Wed Jul 21, 2021 11:28 am

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How important is it to use the heat pipe that was made for the Vaporizer carb.?
and how rare are they to find
Bob

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What heat pipe? I do have a small sheet metal shroud that fits over the intake. It sort of directs the intake air from side draft(horizontal) to up from the bottom(vertical).
I understand it was used on earliest production & eliminated for being unnecessary.

I got that backwards. The carb opening is pointed down. This tin piece redirects air...

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Last post by speedytinc
Wed Jul 21, 2021 1:22 pm
'26/'27 TT Radiators

Last post by speedytinc « Wed Jul 21, 2021 12:08 pm
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by Marv K » Tue Jul 20, 2021 7:29 pm

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Don't know if we have an oddity or if it's just something normal.
When looking over the radiator of the '26 TT, I was able to identify that it was five tubes deep, front to back. Car radiators I've seen are only three tubes deep, but the tanks appear the same size as the TT. ('26/'27 TT's retained the 'high' style from '24/'25, along with the...

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Thanks for the input, guys. It just seems to me that if the T (car) radiators had those 'extra' tubes of cooling, we might not have the often heard of cooling issues discussed here on the Forum. Sometimes, logic escapes us? If a radiator needs to be re-cored, wouldn't it make sense to provide for that extra cooling capacity? The fan space doesn't...

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Last post by speedytinc
Wed Jul 21, 2021 12:08 pm
A bit of Model T art

Last post by JohnM « Wed Jul 21, 2021 11:16 am
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by Steve Jelf » Wed Jul 21, 2021 10:33 am

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Anthony does very nice photos of miniatures, including this Model T shot.

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Incredible! I just checked his website. If he's doing this quality work at 13, this kid's future is mighty bright!

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Last post by JohnM
Wed Jul 21, 2021 11:16 am
How to square a valve guide hole to seat?

Last post by BobShirleyAtlantaTx « Wed Jul 21, 2021 10:35 am
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by Dan Hatch » Mon Jul 19, 2021 3:23 pm

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Guys: Looking for input. Got a block here that someone else has put modern valves in. Couple guides were bored off square with sear. Stick valve in and it is off center of tapper. Put pilot and not square with top of block. How to fix.
Thinking about bore with core drill, ream and drive in guide. But will that square it up? How have any of you...

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I would suggest using an flat face end mill in a milling machine to bore the guide hole, centering it from the valve seat. That way it will be less likely to follow the old hole. Once bored, ream to fit the new guide, press in a new guide a ream for valve clearance. Cut the valve seat to the guide hole. If I can help 903-824-1949

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Last post by BobShirleyAtlantaTx
Wed Jul 21, 2021 10:35 am
Bib overalls alert.

Last post by aDave « Wed Jul 21, 2021 10:07 am
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by Allan » Tue Apr 06, 2021 5:59 am

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At our 2019 National Rally in Maryborough, I took delivery of three pairs of Bib overalls, courtesy of one of the US contingent. Thanks again Keith. Two pairs were US made, both new old stock bought on ebay, one pair of Dickies and another of Oshkosh. Dickies are now made in Mexico and Oshkosh only make kids clothes now.
Today I was checking the...

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John T...

The overalls have gone to a new home already.

Dave

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Last post by aDave
Wed Jul 21, 2021 10:07 am
Ellsworth WI swap meet this Sunday the 25th.

Last post by Duey_C « Wed Jul 21, 2021 3:02 am
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by ModelT46 » Tue Jul 20, 2021 12:11 pm

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There is a general swap meet and auto show at the fair grounds in Ellsworth Wisconsin this Sunday. Vendors can set up on Saturday or at 7 a.m. Sunday. Others at 8 a.m. autos are free, people at $5 each. There are good auto items, but a lot of flea market stuff. Great food. I will bring T stuff as well as other old car items. Much literature...

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And don't forget to stop at the creamery for some great Wisconsin cheese curds!
Not affiliated. Just good cheese.
Hope that's OK Darel.

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Last post by Duey_C
Wed Jul 21, 2021 3:02 am
Long Beach Model T Club Swap Meet

Last post by GGZ « Wed Jul 21, 2021 1:00 am
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by Jeff Hood » Tue Apr 13, 2021 1:17 am

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The 67th Long Beach Model T Club Swap Meet is scheduled for Saturday July 17, 2021 at Veteran's Stadium in Long Beach. MARK YOUR CALENDARS!! For Info contact Jeff Hood 562-597-5936 or moemechanic@aol.com or lbmtc.com

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If there was one absolute bargain at the swap meet, it was this good looking TT C cab truck. The owner said it does 50 miles per hour no problem. I believe he said it had high speed gears. From memory, it had an a Ruckstell and Rocky Mountain brakes too. The cab and fenders were rock solid and it had a solid, original wood bed with great iron...

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Last post by GGZ
Wed Jul 21, 2021 1:00 am
Greasing shackles and spindles -vs- oiling

Last post by Original Smith « Wed Jul 21, 2021 12:50 am
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by bdtutton » Wed Jul 07, 2021 2:53 pm

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Hello,
I have been looking at a lot of pictures of brass Model T's and have noticed several of them have replaced their brass oilers with grease cups/fittings for shackles and spindles. At first I thought this was a terrible idea, but I use grease to lubricate my 1930 Model A. Maybe it would be a good idea to replace the oilers with grease...

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I've never not done what the Ford Service Book says. I've never had a problem ever! I don't know why restorers almost always have to change what Ford recommended. All I've done is to use brass bushings like the early cars, so as not to wear the perfect shackles and king pins in my cars. I have a T that I've owned for over 60 years, and have never...

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Last post by Original Smith
Wed Jul 21, 2021 12:50 am
UPDATE : Tire Slippage With McClaren Wire Wheels

Last post by Allan « Tue Jul 20, 2021 10:05 pm
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by BE_ZERO_BE » Tue Jul 20, 2021 2:53 pm

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Just a quick note to let you know how my fix for tire slippage is working.

Changing from Universal T Drivers to Firestone Tires and coating the inside of the Clincher rim with pickup bed liner has stopped tire slippage on my T.

I am using 60 - 65 PSI inflation.

I have driven my T on several excursions and a day long tour and everything is...

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Well done Bob. The slippage was likely as a result of a combination of slick new rims and a narrower bead on the current tyre offerings. You fixed it by addressing the slick rim.
If anyone has a similar problem, there may be another way to address it. When I cut rim liners from the outside diameter of a 13 inner tube, I cut that strip wide enough...

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Last post by Allan
Tue Jul 20, 2021 10:05 pm
Balance Beads - Wooden Wheels

Last post by Pep C Strebeck « Tue Jul 20, 2021 9:28 pm
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by bdtutton » Tue Jul 20, 2021 1:41 pm

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I have a 1914 Touring with clincher wooden wheels that I am almost finished restoring. It is sitting on jacks with all 4 wheels in the air and the wheels are nice and round and straight, but seem out of balance. Besides being wooden wheels I am using the heavy brass valve stems and brass dust covers so I would expect them to be out of balance. I...

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It requires patience.....

Getting them into the tube requires patience, not to try and pour them in too quickly or the tyre valve blocks up.

A recurring theme I agree with. Definitely bring your patience when attempting to put them in. Instead of an engraving tool as mentioned above, I used a Dremel tool to provide the vibration to help...

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Last post by Pep C Strebeck
Tue Jul 20, 2021 9:28 pm
Do I have Plate Glass or Safety Glass

Last post by Ed Fuller « Tue Jul 20, 2021 8:54 pm
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by Model T Ron » Tue Jul 20, 2021 12:18 am

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Sorry if this is a basic question but how can I tell if I have pate glass or safety glass for my windshield?

Thanks
Ron

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I agree with Chris, the tap test is a good way to tell the difference. Laminated glass has a more dull thud and plate glass has a more sharp rap.

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Last post by Ed Fuller
Tue Jul 20, 2021 8:54 pm
Name this tool

Last post by FordFool « Tue Jul 20, 2021 8:02 pm
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by FordFool » Tue Jul 20, 2021 2:29 pm

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Marked Ford 15 Z 4016. I can’t find it in the Big book. I’ll try to load a pic. I’ll have to figure out how to post a photo. It’s a puller for something. Any help?? Don

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Thanks Frank and John. A friend gave me some Ford Z tools last week I could find the others in the book but not this one. Thanks again. Don

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Last post by FordFool
Tue Jul 20, 2021 8:02 pm
Coil Test Tube Ball Bearing Thingy

Last post by BE_ZERO_BE « Tue Jul 20, 2021 5:34 pm
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by dmdeaton » Mon Jul 19, 2021 8:06 pm

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Somewhere I read the article on how to build this and cannot find it now. I saw one in action at the homecoming and didnt take time to ask about it. For some reason I want to make or purchase one. Anyone have any leads? I dont know the correct name of the thing to do a search.
Thanks in advance.
PS, I am a control electrician and thats why the...

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The fuse is actually the glass from a fuse with two electrodes and a spark gap inside.
In addition to the three neon light bulbs, it is an visual display of the spark when the coil fires.

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Last post by BE_ZERO_BE
Tue Jul 20, 2021 5:34 pm
POST HOC ERGO PROPTER HOC

Last post by Steve Jelf « Tue Jul 20, 2021 1:13 pm
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by Steve Jelf » Mon Jul 19, 2021 9:13 pm

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After that, therefore because of that.
The rooster crows and the sun rises. Therefore the rooster crowing causes the sun to rise.

My 1923 touring suffered a broken low drum. At the same time it had two seized triple gear bushings. Did the seized bushings cause the broken drum? Did the broken drum cause the seized bushings? Were the two...

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I’m wondering if this is the motor that OP attempted to balance with sheet metal applied to the drums?
Nope. No extra material on this drum.

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Last post by Steve Jelf
Tue Jul 20, 2021 1:13 pm
Cooling Cap.

Last post by Norman Kling « Tue Jul 20, 2021 11:11 am
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by dunoon » Tue Jul 20, 2021 10:54 am

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What is the cooling capacity for a 26 T? Thanks

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I have 2-26's. I buy one gallon of the green anti-freeze and pour it in, then top it off with distilled water. Usually takes just over a gallon of water. I live in Southern California so it very seldom gets below freezing here. You might need a stronger amount of anti-freeze if it gets colder where you live.
Norm

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Last post by Norman Kling
Tue Jul 20, 2021 11:11 am
Flip-top Oiler Under Rear Pancake Shock

Last post by Dropacent « Tue Jul 20, 2021 10:33 am
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by GEmering » Mon Jul 19, 2021 8:21 pm

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Is there a trick to accessing the flip-top oilers now mostly hidden underneath the rear Hassler shocks on my ‘24 touring?
Do I need to remove the shocks?

Gene

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Actually, I have the exact same shocks and find it easy to oil those flip tops by using one of those little plastic oil bottles that are sold by any HVAC supply. You can pull out the long little plastic tube from the bottle, and easy to place oil about anywhere. Squeeze the bottle and you can see the oil move. ( mix a little bar oil or STP with it...

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Last post by Dropacent
Tue Jul 20, 2021 10:33 am
Advice on clutch retainer wear

Last post by John Illinois « Tue Jul 20, 2021 9:39 am
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by John Illinois » Sun Jul 18, 2021 5:15 pm

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I just noticed thar my retainer has wear from the pin. The wear is .010” The part is .062” thick and worn area .052”
Would this be safe to use. Do not know what acceptable wear would be.

John

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I thought about recutting the slots in my mill, but the metal is hardened and thin. Do not have ac cess to known better ones so I am using an .048 thick bushing-washer. This is the last part I need to finish the engine.

John

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Last post by John Illinois
Tue Jul 20, 2021 9:39 am
First Alert EZ Fire Spray (extinguisher)

Last post by TRDxB2 « Tue Jul 20, 2021 1:38 am
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by DHort » Tue Jul 20, 2021 12:17 am

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These are not rated ABC, but if you have room for a second extinguisher this may be the way to go.
- last 4 times longer
- aerosol can
- no messy residue, biodegradable and non-toxic

I purchased a pair of these on Amazon for about $35. They come in aerosol cans that I did not think were as well protected...

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More specs about it they say: Extinguishes grease, paper, fabric, wood and electrical fires . Cost about $11
4 times longer? Only found one reference stating most portable extinguishers discharge completely in as few as eight seconds.

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Last post by TRDxB2
Tue Jul 20, 2021 1:38 am
Anyone have Seatbelts in your T

Last post by TRDxB2 « Tue Jul 20, 2021 1:20 am
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by Model T Ron » Sun Jul 18, 2021 8:13 pm

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Hey Everyone
I have seatbelts in my 1929 A but am not sure if I should put them in my 1915 Touring car. What are your thoughts on seatbelts in a T?

Thanks
Ron

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Seat Belt laws for cars before 1965 varies by State
If the car is older than 1965, the seat belt law is not valid because cars manufactured before this date often did not have seat belts. If the car has been fitted with belts, then seat belt laws apply even to older vehicles.
Car Insurance Claims Versus Personal Injury Lawsuits

If you're...

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Last post by TRDxB2
Tue Jul 20, 2021 1:20 am
Wheelwright

Last post by JBog « Tue Jul 20, 2021 12:03 am
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by JBog » Mon Jul 19, 2021 5:37 pm

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Any wheelwrights near Denver, Colorado?

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Jason,

I do not know if Bill is still doing wheels or not, but you might give him a call and ask.

The Wooden Spoke
Bill Weishaupl 303-355-1167

Hey, Thanks!

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Last post by JBog
Tue Jul 20, 2021 12:03 am
Installing Rajo oil level indicator

Last post by Model T Ron « Mon Jul 19, 2021 11:21 pm
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by Nunsio1 » Thu Jul 15, 2021 7:46 am

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I installed the Rajo oil indicator from T. Mosher, put in 4 qts of fresh oil - no movement of the indicator, how much xtra oil needs to be added? Thanks

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Never did see a Ranjo oil indictor but someone installed a dip stick on my 1915 Touring car. It goes to the lower engine oil plug and comes out at the top of the firewall on the right side under the hood. Works great but it has a modern T plastic handle that I want to chance for a simple metal loop to pull on.

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Last post by Model T Ron
Mon Jul 19, 2021 11:21 pm
Has anyone heard of a “Jumbo” brand two-speed rear end?

Last post by Wayne Sheldon « Mon Jul 19, 2021 11:17 pm
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by NorthSouth » Mon Jul 19, 2021 3:12 pm

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Hello fellow Model T-ers,

Have any of you heard of a “Jumbo” brand two-speed rear end? Here is a photograph, the best I could find, of one on a 1910 model T Ford. I would be interested in whether they work similar to a Ruckstell, whether or not they are problematic, and any other information about them.

Thank you in advance for guidance you...

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The Planator, along with Moore and the Universal (brand name!) are desirable in the brass era crowd because they can be used on an early 'clamshell' rear end which the Ruckstell cannot be used on. They cannot be used on the earliest clamshell rear ends used in the first year of manufacturing due to the Babbitt pinion bearing and special torque...

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Last post by Wayne Sheldon
Mon Jul 19, 2021 11:17 pm
HERSHEY COMING !!!

Last post by KeithG « Mon Jul 19, 2021 10:50 pm
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by Terry_007 » Mon Jul 19, 2021 5:13 pm

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With Hershey just around the corner, I asked AACA CEO Steve Moskowitz if I could post his recent announcement on the AACA Discussion Forum to help responding to rumors I keep hearing about the world's biggest antique car show and swap meet - No worries-SEE YOU THERE in October and beyond!

From Steve:
There are irresponsible, malicious and...

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Thank you for that information, Terry.
Keith

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Last post by KeithG
Mon Jul 19, 2021 10:50 pm
Every kid loves a speedster

Last post by Southfork Creek « Mon Jul 19, 2021 8:47 pm
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by Dollisdad » Mon Jul 19, 2021 12:12 pm

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Thank Tom, just a great photo. I hope all those boys survived WWII.

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Last post by Southfork Creek
Mon Jul 19, 2021 8:47 pm
Radiator cap spinning while driving.

Last post by Steve Jelf « Mon Jul 19, 2021 1:40 pm
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by Sarikatime » Wed Jul 14, 2021 9:42 am

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I drove the 12 over to a friends house and while driving I noticed the dogbone radiator cap with the motometer started spinning. It was un screwing. I put in a new rubber gasket from Lang’s and it was nice and tight but it started unscrewing by itself again while driving. It is a original round tube radiator and old cap that is not all worn out...

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Video still showing Dean's current motometer. :D

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Last post by Steve Jelf
Mon Jul 19, 2021 1:40 pm
Question on TT cruising speeds

Last post by kelly mt « Mon Jul 19, 2021 12:30 pm
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by JohnB48 » Sat Jul 17, 2021 8:08 am

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Hey everyone! Model T newbie here with an easy question for you all. I'm looking for a good first T and I've come across a very nice '24 TT stake bed truck. I've been reading what I can find about TT's and have seen a couple of statements that make me curious. First was a blurb that said the TT chassis was 900 pounds heavier than the standard T? I...

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My TT has the 5:1 gears and will cruise at 30 MPH just fine. You can't keep up with a tour unless you go with a aux. transmission. KC Warford makes a real good trans. for the TT that will let you keep up with the speed of the cars. You will still need a good strong running motor in any case.

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Last post by kelly mt
Mon Jul 19, 2021 12:30 pm
1927 Touring, what is this n the underside of my car?

Last post by John Codman « Mon Jul 19, 2021 10:19 am
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by bmklawt » Sun Jul 18, 2021 12:54 pm

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I'm just curious what this is, it looks as if it has two electrical connections on it, I am not able to access from inside the car, it is located under the front seat.

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Another vote with Roz.

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Last post by John Codman
Mon Jul 19, 2021 10:19 am
26 Coupe Overheating

Last post by perry kete « Mon Jul 19, 2021 8:04 am
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by dunoon » Tue Jul 13, 2021 9:07 pm

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I took my coupe out this afternoon for a spin. haven't driven it much since it was finished late last fall just a couple miles from home. It overheated once a few weeks ago found the fan belt had came off. Today took her for a longer spin about 6 miles everything was fine temp was good till about a mile from home then saw the thermometer was all...

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I too had the top baffle come loose in a radiator and blocked the circulation and removed it only to reinstall it later because the purpose of the baffle is to distribute the water evenly across the cores.

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Last post by perry kete
Mon Jul 19, 2021 8:04 am
Brand new LLC filed in Noble county, Indiana T related

Last post by perry kete « Mon Jul 19, 2021 8:00 am
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by Dropacent » Sun Jul 18, 2021 8:08 pm

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This is a new LLC filed just last week in Noble County,Indiana. C3924520-1359-4309-95C4-7CB7CB52AC47.jpeg

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They smile in the Yoder Toter because they know the truck won't lift it's tail and cover them with fertilizer as they ride down the road!

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Last post by perry kete
Mon Jul 19, 2021 8:00 am
Correct 1911 Touring Headlamp Question?

Last post by Allan « Mon Jul 19, 2021 5:54 am
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by NorthSouth » Sun Jul 18, 2021 10:58 am

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Hello fellow Model T-ers,

These 1911 E&J 666 headlamps (color photos) have 5 angled football shaped holes in both sides of each vent cap.

However, Bruce Mcalley's book (black and white photos) shows the correct lamps as having either 5 small round holes or only 3 larger holes on each side of these cap vents.

So, I am hoping that one of you...

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The E and J 666 lamps did come with variations to the bonnets on top and the side mounting brackets. I believe the earlier bonnets had the branding on a small brass plate riveted to the bonnet, while the later bonnets had the branding stamped into the actual bonnet. I do not know when the changes were made.
the side brackets can be like the ones...

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Last post by Allan
Mon Jul 19, 2021 5:54 am
1:1 timber plans?

Last post by Myxr6turbo « Sun Jul 18, 2021 6:25 pm
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by Myxr6turbo » Sat Jul 17, 2021 2:44 am

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Afternoon everyone,

Are there any 1:1 timber plans for a 1926 T coupe that can be purchased?

Thanks in advance,

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Is this the link? Will this be the same as the 1926 Coupe soft top?

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Last post by Myxr6turbo
Sun Jul 18, 2021 6:25 pm
cowl gas tank install: impossible!

Last post by bmklawt « Sun Jul 18, 2021 1:05 pm
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by NY John T » Sat Jul 17, 2021 7:57 pm

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What is the trick to installing the cowl gas tank in a 26/27 touring? I've been at it all day and it just doesn't want to cooperate. I put in a new cardboard firewall panel, but it doesn't want to go.
Is there a different size cowl gas tank that I might have the wrong one? I did notice a note awhile ago showing a slightly different slope of the...

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I ran across this while researching how to get the tank out of a 1927 Touring.
Tudor and Touring are not the same

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Last post by bmklawt
Sun Jul 18, 2021 1:05 pm
What I have done to my 1916 coupelet since I bought it.

Last post by Brent Teltow « Sun Jul 18, 2021 1:05 pm
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by KMcoldcars » Sun Jul 18, 2021 12:49 pm

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I bought the car on June 16. Since then I have washed many years of dust off it, buffed the trunk lid and passenger rear fender, polished most of the brass, changed the engine oil, turned all the grease cups down and refilled them, oiled all the oilers and other spots that needed a bit of lube, made the inside of the turtledeck look better by...

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Nice job!!!!! I love that body style.

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Sun Jul 18, 2021 1:05 pm
Any other T owners in SW Florida?

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by John Codman » Sun Jul 11, 2021 5:34 pm

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The title says it all. Are there any other T owners in the Naples (Collier County) Florida area? I had a bunch of T friends when I lived in Massachusetts, but after six year I haven't found another T owner here in Collier County.

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No, but I will. I wasn't thinking along those lines. A great suggestion. Thanks!

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Last post by John Codman
Sun Jul 18, 2021 12:56 pm
Dave Harmon, give me a call

Last post by DHarmon « Sun Jul 18, 2021 12:21 pm
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by KMcoldcars » Sun Jul 18, 2021 11:31 am

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Hey Dave, I would really like to get together with you. Please give me a call at 253-841-1126. Keith

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Hey Keith,
I am traveling for work currently and will give you a call when I get back home. my cell is 206-679-8488

Dave
Dave.harmon@me.com

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Sun Jul 18, 2021 12:21 pm
Speedster ?

Last post by tmodeldriver « Sun Jul 18, 2021 8:51 am
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by Rich Bingham » Thu Jul 15, 2021 10:47 am

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Or $10 fishing car ?

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Speedster or fishing car. Who cares? I'd take it. I think that one of the few things more fun that driving a T Model might be driving a piece of one.

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Last post by tmodeldriver
Sun Jul 18, 2021 8:51 am
Low vs high hood

Last post by D Stroud « Sun Jul 18, 2021 4:22 am
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by Art Ebeling » Fri Jul 02, 2021 8:28 am

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Are the rop panels of a low hood and high hood the same? I know there is about an inch difference in the side panels but will the top panels interchange and be correct? Thanks, Art

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Allan, that is how I finally learned how to identify them. Don't ask how many years it took for me to catch on to that. :oops: Dave

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Last post by D Stroud
Sun Jul 18, 2021 4:22 am
Is this half a closed T windshield?

Last post by Chris Bamford « Sun Jul 18, 2021 12:58 am
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by Chris Bamford » Sat Jul 17, 2021 1:24 pm

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Old fellow is downsizing and gave me some mostly T parts yesterday for my stash (which I pass on at cost wherever they can be used).

He had a late 4-door years ago… this looks nothing like my ‘26 Touring, could it be closed T?

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Thanks Rich, that was very helpful... '15-23 Coupe.

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Last post by Chris Bamford
Sun Jul 18, 2021 12:58 am
TT Axle Drawing or Dimensions

Last post by Mark Gregush « Sat Jul 17, 2021 9:41 pm
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by Cap » Sat Jul 17, 2021 7:29 pm

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I'm wanting to check the Run-Out of the Rear Hubs on my TT, and I'm wanting to make a Fixture to put into the Lathe and Spin the Hub in the Chuck. But I need a Spud the Spin it on.

Does anyone have the Dimensions of the Outboard end, Or at least the Taper Deg of the Shaft.. Inches per Foot or Anything.. Is it the same as the car for Taper?.....

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Make two tapered cones to fit big and small ends and mount on a shaft that has a stop on one end and a nut to snug things up. The taper would not have to be the same as the axle.

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Last post by Mark Gregush
Sat Jul 17, 2021 9:41 pm
OLD PHOTO - SPIFFY SPEEDSTER

Last post by Wayne Sheldon « Sat Jul 17, 2021 7:00 pm
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by Jay In Northern Ca. » Sat Jul 17, 2021 6:37 pm

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speedster with kid on running board.jpg

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Wow! That could almost be my old boat-tail roadster! A slight difference in the 'cut' of the body sides, and the brackets to hold the adapted windshield are different. Otherwise it is almost dead-on!

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Although I never put one on it, my car had holes remaining from having a top on it decades earlier.

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Last post by Wayne Sheldon
Sat Jul 17, 2021 7:00 pm
Updated post on Centerdoor Blog

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by Will_Vanderburg » Sat Jul 17, 2021 2:12 pm

I've posted an updated entry on my blog. Check it out.

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Sat Jul 17, 2021 2:12 pm
Help...NC DMV issues with registration

Last post by TRDxB2 « Sat Jul 17, 2021 1:19 pm
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by Model T Ron » Tue Jul 13, 2021 9:27 pm

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Hey Guys
I recently purchased a 1915 Touring car titled in my home state of NC. I thought it would be easy to register as it is an in-state car as it does not require a theft inspection like out of state cars. I was wrong. The title has it listed as a body style of 3S not Touring. The car has been in NC since at least 84 as a 3 door sedan but in...

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Massachusetts had my '27 as having an automatic transmission.

Technically it is an automatic. Your foot switches from L to D.
The main difference between manual and automatic transmissions is that the manual transmission uses multiple sets of gears to the drive shaft while an automatic transmission uses a planetary gear set to produce different...

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Last post by TRDxB2
Sat Jul 17, 2021 1:19 pm
Presto-Magico...ugly duckling to a beautiful swan

Last post by Scott_Conger « Sat Jul 17, 2021 10:53 am
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by Scott_Conger » Fri Jul 16, 2021 2:28 pm

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I just couldn't put this butchered part back into a nice OF, so spent a little time and made and then installed a new head...

from this:

OF Fuel Strainer, old 1.png

to this:

OF Fuel Strainer, new 1.png

Making the fixturing took almost 2 days, but I think it was time and effort well spent. Future jobs won't be difficult or terribly...

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It is a soldered union

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Sat Jul 17, 2021 10:53 am
Hard starting cured, but...

Last post by CudaMan « Fri Jul 16, 2021 3:10 pm
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by Steve Jelf » Mon Jul 12, 2021 11:09 pm

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After towing the 1915 runabout last week to get it started and seat the new rings, it's now an easy start. After three chokes, it now starts on the first or second pull. Yippee! But once started it was running pretty rough. I checked and adjusted all the coils until they tested Good or Excellent in every category. No change. Still a whole lot of...

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Fast running and inability to idle smoothly can also be a symptom of a vacuum leak. If you haven't already, repeat your leak test, even though you worked hard to fix it once already. :)

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Last post by CudaMan
Fri Jul 16, 2021 3:10 pm
Overheating Or . . . Not.

Last post by John Illinois « Fri Jul 16, 2021 11:53 am
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by paddy1998 » Thu Jul 15, 2021 2:12 pm

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Yesterday I took my <23 Touring out for an extended drive 6 miles out and then 6 miles back. It's the first real extended drive I've done. Some stop and go, but mostly in high gear.

It took about 3 miles for the temp on the motometer to get into the circle, then it steadily climbed up to the top of the meter just as I was arriving at my...

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A note about water wetter. I used Water Wetter and distilled water in a Model A one summer. Just seemed like a good idea.
The block got very badly rusted. I had to clean it with rust remover.

I did not follow the directions which state use AT LEAST 15% ANTIFREEZE for street vehicles. By itself it will not protect against rust on iron.
I now...

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Last post by John Illinois
Fri Jul 16, 2021 11:53 am
Losing power..

Last post by speedytinc « Fri Jul 16, 2021 8:35 am
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by Larry e rutt » Sat May 22, 2021 1:51 pm

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I am gradually losing power.. the hills I just so could make it over I now can't make it anymore...I checked compression, 30 - 20 - 20 -30. Put a bit of oil in number 2 and 3 and they went up to 30.my thought is time for new rings. My question is, can I pop the pistons out and put new rings in with the old cylinder walls ? Will they seat ? Or do I...

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Nice... I got my power back and then some... repair included, valve job, dirt in carburetor, spark plug wire to the 4th cylinder to close to the coil box bracket... now I can pull hills.. thanks for all the advice..

Thats great! Now go drive the wheels off.

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Fri Jul 16, 2021 8:35 am
New guy here

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by Wags70ss » Wed Apr 08, 2020 10:26 am

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Hello everyone. My name is Dave & I'm from the Kansas City Missouri area. I just bought a model T & I know absolutely nothing about them! :shock: The title says it's a 1927. I'll post pictures of it here and maybe you guys can tell me all about it. In particular, I'd like to know what carburetor it has, and ignition coils as well. If you could...

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thumbnail.jpg Be sure Your car has a inline fuse between the floor starter switch and the terminal block on the fire wall. some old timers hate fuses. I hate fires. and with a 93 year old electrical system You can't be too careful. first night I had My first T and turned on the headlights sparks shot out of the headlight switch. red glow in the...

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Last post by Novice
Fri Jul 16, 2021 3:10 am
Value of C cab top metal

Last post by david_dewey « Fri Jul 16, 2021 3:08 am
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by david_dewey » Tue Jul 13, 2021 6:05 pm

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At one point I was gathering parts to build a C cab, about 1926 vintage. I have too many projects and an acquaintance has just picked up a C cab intact, except it's been chopped to fit in a standard garage. He wants to restore it back. I have the top metal in very good condition that I was going to use for my build, and am considering that maybe I...

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Matt,
Yes, those are good lights, I have a few of them myself. but 200' of extension cord over the creek and through the woods (and poison oak) does not sound like a good idea to me!! :) pole and break forum.JPG
You can see the broken guy wire (and neutral wire) just to the right of the tree top behind the pole. Bummer!!

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Fri Jul 16, 2021 3:08 am
1915 Touring Value

Last post by Michael Peternell « Thu Jul 15, 2021 11:46 pm
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by Givensfamily » Wed Jul 14, 2021 12:19 pm

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Short of it- Where might I find published value (a sale or auction) on a 1915 Touring (mostly original) that does NOT run?

Long of it- My grandparent's estate is being settled and I need to provide the value of my grandpa's old T to the lawyers. I was gifted it in 2016 to use as the getaway car in my wedding. It had been in a barn for 40 years...

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Please see current classifieds. I think it's a good honest number. If it's a `15.

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Last post by Michael Peternell
Thu Jul 15, 2021 11:46 pm
Miller head update

Last post by Michael Peternell « Thu Jul 15, 2021 11:19 pm
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by Model T Tom » Sat Jun 12, 2021 8:30 am

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Moving ahead nicely. We expect to get 6.25 -1 Capture+_2021-06-12-08-24-16.png Capture+_2021-06-12-08-25-10.png Capture+_2021-06-12-08-22-59.png

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Michael

you a believer yet? :D

Yup! My bad!

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Last post by Michael Peternell
Thu Jul 15, 2021 11:19 pm
Rocky Mountain Brakes - shim thickness

Last post by Allan « Wed Jul 14, 2021 10:52 pm
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by bdtutton » Mon Jul 12, 2021 11:43 am

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I am installing Rocky Mountain Brakes on my 1914 Model T and even with .004 shims there is still a little bit of rubbing going on within the parking brake drum when I apply a side load to the tires. When I have the car on jack stands and spin the tires there are no noises, but when I push really hard against the tire while turning it I think I can...

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Which parking brake shoes do you have? The ones that come in two pieces and require much tweaking to get operational, or the one piece
variety which are much better made
The only things being ground should be ill fitting reproduction parts.

Allan from down under.

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Last post by Allan
Wed Jul 14, 2021 10:52 pm
1915-1916 coupelet experience?

Last post by rg171352 « Wed Jul 14, 2021 9:50 pm
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by rg171352 » Wed Jul 07, 2021 8:45 am

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For many years, I have admired 1915-1916 Coupelets. They are good looking and, dare I say, practical seeming. I have seen many threads here about people restoring their Coupelets or just discussing the model in general. How are they as cars? Do they compare favorably with runabouts or are they top heavy and less capable cars?

Also, there don’t...

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Thank you all for your comments. I greatly appreciate them.

Are there any other photos of the early 1917 coupelet? Where there many of them made?

Thank you especially for the commentary on the driving experience in a coupelet with the top up. That lack of visibility makes it seem a little less than desirable despite being a good looking car.

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Last post by rg171352
Wed Jul 14, 2021 9:50 pm
Holley NH carburetor leaks when cranking engine

Last post by Scott_Conger « Wed Jul 14, 2021 6:36 pm
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by bmklawt » Tue Jul 13, 2021 9:44 pm

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searched the forums and can't find an answer to this. I have a 1927 Touring, new to me, had it running for a few minutes, but am afraid to run it with the leaky carburetor, it has supposedly been setting for the last 10 plus years.
When I crank the engine over for 5 seconds the carburetor starts to drip gas, I have not been able yet to see exactly...

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Nothing succeeds like success

now, go have fun

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Last post by Scott_Conger
Wed Jul 14, 2021 6:36 pm
Student Driver picnic tour

Last post by TWrenn « Wed Jul 14, 2021 3:34 pm

by TWrenn » Wed Jul 14, 2021 3:34 pm

After trying to do our almost weekly picnic tours that we started last year, being rained out the last two weeks, we finally got one in! So we started out at Russ Herners place first to eat and discuss events and then we headed to town for the usual ice cream. There, we met up with Russ's oldest ( I think) grandson for a little bit of driver...

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Wed Jul 14, 2021 3:34 pm
Compilation of Stan Howe Emails on Rebuilding Ruckstells

Last post by ModelTGal « Wed Jul 14, 2021 12:47 pm
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by CudaMan » Wed Jun 02, 2021 6:16 pm

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When I was rebuilding my first Ruckstell, I pestered Stan with email questions and he was patient enough with me to provide answers and guidance. I put all of the replies and notes together into a Word document and am attaching it here. This is not meant as a substitute for the excellent MTFCA booklet or Milt Webb's excellent booklet, but some may...

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I took the contents of Stan's website and converted it into a handy PDF as well.

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Last post by ModelTGal
Wed Jul 14, 2021 12:47 pm
exhaust manifold

Last post by AndreFordT « Wed Jul 14, 2021 12:25 pm
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by AndreFordT » Wed Jul 14, 2021 6:06 am

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This manifold came with the 1917 two piece crankschaft engine.
Does any know where it was used??

I had one before but it was cracked, this one is in fine condition.

Thanks
Andre
Belgium

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Thanks All,

Great information.

Andre
Belgium

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Wed Jul 14, 2021 12:25 pm

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