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Does anyone have any information (i.e.:-dates used, why bronze, etc.) on these Shifter Housings??

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Does anyone know who makes (-not sells) this Transmission Puller??

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Would someone please tell me if this two-piece 1909 Two Piece Timer B.jpg 1909 Two Piece Timer A.jpg timer is original or original reproduction? I am in the process of pulling my 1909 engine from my car that has been sitting for forty years and never run. I need some assistance identifying this timer as I have little knowledge about them.

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Good evening. The subject pretty much sums it up. I've got a 1913 rear axle with very worn parts, including the spider and spider gear bushings (yes, bushings). Would the guts (differential) from an early 1920's rear axle fit into the 1913 housing without any fitment issues?
Thank you!

I have this one head light that looks similar to a model T, but I don't think it is, I am hoping someone ID it.
It is 10-inchs in diameter, original glass with bubbles.

Does anyone have any information about one of these?

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Why doesn't any company have the correct tire valves for Model T's and other light cars? Anyone with knowledge of our cars knows the correct valve stem was a Schrader777 or Dill or Bridgeport equal. Many years ago I was in contact with knowledgeable folks in the Model A club, and they told me Schrader wasn't interested in re-introducing the...

'26 Hack, drove into barn, placed on jacks, placed the parking brake lever all the way forward for the winter, removed battery, sent coils out for rebuilding, doing cosmetic work, parking brakes free, in neutral, manually pushing backwards is easy, manually pushing FORWARD, NOT BUDGING nor MOVING, removed spark plugs, still not manually moving...

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This is the image chosen for the 2025 Bakersfield Swap Meet's commemorative pin. Traditionally the year and make are stated below the car.

What is the consensus on the year of this Ford?
We need to be SURE so to hopefully avoid a long lasting mistake here.

We need to have this important detail nailed down in the next 24 hours in order to get...

The discussion on LED headlights obviously refers to six volts. Is anybody here aware of LED's that will work on variable MAG voltage? Yes, I know you can rig up a six volt lighting system on a pre-1919 car, but I wonder if there's an LED that will work in standard MAG lights.

By the way, if you find one of the parts dealers selling what purports...

Has anyone installed a lang’s pick up box on a 1925 roadster. If so do you have pics? Also is the front of the box tapered back to accommodate the seat bucket.

I need to date the 12 Ford Model Ts in this photo. They appear to be identical, probably brand new, delivered to Kroft Ford dealer in Louisville, OH. Kroft Ford Dealership early 1920s Enhanced.jpg The photo is supposed to be attached--first time I have used this site.

I believe it became Kroft in 1921. (It was a hyphenated name before that, but I...

Can a large drum ruckstell housing be made into a small drum by taking the rivets out of the wheel side casting / tube and replacing it with a small drum casting? If so do the rivet holes line up? Is this possible?

Thank you,

Adam

I bought a oil kit from one of the venders it has a t handlethe only way i see this working is to come up thru the floorboard into the car if i angle it out to come out into the engine compartment then the tube is not long enough to get around the hogshead any one install one of these ? I have an older guy that wants it so it will make it better...

I have a set of small drum Rocky mountain brakes and was wondering if I could use them on a large drum rear end. If so, are there any parts I would need or could I just use the original large drums?

Thank you,

Adam

The Portland Swap Meet is next weekend. I'll be in the Portland HCCA booth in the corner of Hall D.

Who plans to attend?

Let me know if you have any requests.

I just finished a batch of coils that I will have available.

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Stop by and say Hi.

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Keith

In the Model T Ford Club of Facebook somebody asked how to keep the exhaust pack nut from backing off. There were the usual suggestions, including clamps for the purpose sold by Lang's and Snyder's. That made me curious, and I looked into the 8-5-28 parts book everybody has. It shows no such clamp. Why didn't Ford provide that product back in the...

Hello everyone. I am new to the forum but not new to Model Ts. My Son, Sam, who signed on a few weeks ago as Spyderman64, and I are working on a 1926 Roadster that I have owned since 1966. No, not a typo, 1966. The body we are using is not original to the car. I drove my Dads new 1967 Chevy Pickup to Wauneta, Nebraska and bought the body from a...

How are the top saddle straps installed in a 1911 Touring? Any pictures? Thanks, Art

I know double spark shows up on a hcct. In terms I can understand, what causes it? How do you correct it and what happens if is not corrected?
I do not have a hcct but I am slowly trying to design and put together in one box a unit with a train transformer, a coil holder to test capacitors and amperage draw and a coil holder to test for bad...

Dan, you've contacted me twice in last 5 months and all of my responses have bounced back as undeliverable

Who made TW Timers?

Greetings fellow Model T'ers!
To keep a reasonably steady stream of new Model T videos on my channel, I thought I'd also add general interest videos about the Model T, in addition to the how-to videos I have been uploading so far. My latest offering is this one... 10 Ways the Model T Revolutionized the World

As always, please like, comment...

If this is off topic please move.
Not sure if it is just my computer but is anyone else having to be verified every time they open the site? I understand the reason behind this, but unless I keep the page open, I have to get verified every time I open the site. I don't log in each time I come to this page, that information is saved so page opens...

Anyone ever use these with success? They also have a red wall version. They are for 21 wheels.

I picked up a '26/'27 rearend over the weekend and it had wooden wheels.
My question is what are the brackets for?

Aluminum case (old) Warford Model 720 - How do you get the cap at the bottom of the shift lever off? I have removed the two screws that appear to hold it on but it is stuck! Another question - does anyone have a good shift lever for the above model (mine is broken off below the knob threads) or just a shift knob (I can weld a bolt with threads to...

Looks like I will be replacing the bushing in the driving plate, not impressed with the fit of the vendor supplied ones.
Question is, how important is the diagonal oil groove to the function of lubrication? This bushing is about 1.250 inches length, wondering in 1926 if they even had an oil groove ?

Dave

Someone gifted this to me thinking it was some sort of tool for a Model T oil pan drain plug…
I know that it’s not for that.

Anyone want to take a guess?
The socket is removable with a screw.

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This one is within 100 miles of home plate. Hope to see you there! We've got a site at Lakeshore RV Resort.

.....arrived Today !.... Hopefully everyone will get theirs soon.

I have what I believe to be an early 1913 head. A photo would do no good. It has the normal very fine Ford script, and made in USA in the usual place too, but under the Ford script is a very faint Made in USA. It is visible, but barely. Could they have been changing the mold?

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Need help on what tube will fit a 33x4 tire. I will purchase Brockley tubes if possible, however they do not have a tube made specifically for a 33x4. I e mailed them this question and received this answer ——To be honest, I do not know.
As we do not make a 33x4, we have not tested our tubes to see what is the best fit.
Kind Regards
Lee

So...

Vintage Wing Nut - what's it on? April :lol:

Rare early brass accessory - made available today only

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Starting do not mss it

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I am replacing the coil box on my 27 Model T truck. This is a family T that my late cousin had for years and had some, let's say, imaginative wiring practices. This is a T that my Grandfather pieced together in the 70's, so I have to get the serial number on the block to accurately date the engine. But I'm wondering where I could find proper...

I know that there were some period centrifugal advance distributors with mechanical advance arms too. What was the purpose of both methods of advancement in one unit and how would it be used in practice?

Eric

My dad has been pouring babbitt for a number of years now, and has used a variety of different molds. He came up with a set of unknown brand molds for Model A engines a while back, but is missing the rod mold. He really likes the way the molds work on the block bearings, but struggles when it comes to the rods with other mold designs. So I made up...

I recently thought I saw that someone was about order new brushes for TW Timers, I can't find that message again does anyone know how one can buy brushes?

Thanks

Hey all,
I found a basic explanation of how planetary gearboxes work that explained it well. I thought I might as well share it as this has been a mystery to me. It is definitely not my work, nor is it specific to Model Ts, and being that I am new to all of this, I'm not sure as to the accuracy. I hope you find it as interesting as I did.

While I was at the Winter Clinic Dave Nolting evaluated my transmission parts and made a recommendation that I replace the drive plate because the rivets are loose and the holes that the push plate pins protrude through are wallowed out. I respect his opinion and will probably replace the drive plate as recommended but I have a question about the...

I have several old forum threads on how to do things in my favorites. Now when I go to them the pictures are gone. What’s happened? Is it me or is it this new ID yourself every time you get on here program?

Did anyone see the new one piece driven plates at Duncan?
I have seen a flyer. What does the real thing look like?

OK, so the obvious is staring me in the face regarding a total rebuild, but I'm scratching my head as to the cause for an odd condition...not that it matters, but curious nonetheless.

So, Daisy's engine is strong, and amazingly I get free starts more often than not, even cold, runs smooth and it exhibits great low end torque. The tranny on the...

I know the best option is to remove the head to replace a connecting rod, but is it possible to remove a connecting rod from the bottom? I have plenty of shims in the rod, but the car has always had a knock. I’ve discovered that one of the connecting rods must be bent because the piston end is all the way up against the piston on one side and it...

I just got 4 new tires and tubes,started changing today after finally got one done blew it up it sat for about ten minutes and tube exploded I must have twisted it for it to do that,so I put another new tube in and couldn't blow it up took it back out and I pinched it with spoon. I just watch a video where they put the tube in before it was on...

Is anyone using a Williams Accelerator? I have seen posts on the forum but never one installed on a car. I picked up a complete Williams Accelerator several years ago and decided to install it on my speedster. I have a three speed Warford and have heard it is much easier to use with a foot throttle.

Having only the advertisement to go on....

I have a question for the coil experts out there. Different brass-top coils seem to have different copper contents in the brass. Was this a change that was distinctly made based on a date, or was it random or vendor based? Some look to be very high copper content, but I assume that they are still some form of brass. I think this is called red...

I have added another resource to the Kids Corner page, a practical exercise for the younger kids — How to Make Your Own Model T Ford at Home . Take a look at the Kids Corner section on my website, and please let me know what you think of this new addition. It comes complete with a downloadable and printable template, as well as a short video...

It was a small adventure but here it is:
This is the opened top half of the turn switch. The instructions say to scrape away paint from the steering column so that the clamp makes electrical contact between the column and the exposed zinc casting. Some time ago I already stated that we disassembled the frame, fixed it, painted it and reassembled...

Does anyone have any magical ideas on what this tool is? The only marking I can find is T 38.

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I intend to purchase a long block from Connecticut to Indiana. Asking for recommendations on shippers. Someone suggested Fastenal but are there other shippers? Thank you in advance.

I just picked up this old power plant and have never seen one like it. No transmission, just a large cast flywheel. Also, heavy cast mount for the oil pan. Looking for information about what it could have been used for and was there a company that made these conversion kits.

Thank you

Adam

There is a boatload of knowledge available through the Forum. I was contacted recently by a new fella to the hobby with some band lining concerns and I responded to assist in letting go of a NOS set of narrow Scandinavia lining - (not from you Kim - they're in the Centerdoor). After agreeing on the way forward, his motor guy told him they were the...

i got lucky today at the swap meet and found a Manco alignment tool will be trying to learn more about it at as time goes by. i also picked up a nos fun projects voltage regulator. 12 volt. i may be asking questions how to use the alignment tool.

I have some used axle shafts I plan to use with good threads and key ways. The specs I've found for the bearing surface is 1.060-1.062 when new. I'm measuring something less than that, but more than 1.051 across the length. Is there a replacement threshold? The ones in the car now would probably measure 1.000 or less. They've likely been that way...

Is the inlet thread on a Holley NH carburetor 1/8 NPT ?
Tried running a new brass fitting and it would not start.
Chased the threads with a die with no help.
Threads in carburetor visually appear to be in good shape.
Curious before I pull the carburetor off an run a tap in which is
going to result in pulling apart and cleaning out possible chips...

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I have random thoughts floating in and out of my ape brain. A question has me frozen up and I know there are huge brains in this club.

Generally speaking: How many days a week did Ford manufacture automobiles?

Did Ford make them work holidays?

Did they normally work 1,2, or 3 shifts per day?

Time for Tylenol.... Thinking time quota filled...

I am working towards getting a top on my 1912 Commercial Roadster. Classtique doesn't make a top specifically for the Commercial Roadster but they do make one for a 1912 Torpedo. Tony York modified a 1912 Torpedo top for his Commercial Roadster. Of course, his guy that did it is long retired and gone fishing. He said the top deck fit well but...

Im trying to explain what we do (my son and I) and dont have our magazines with us as we are on the road. Is it possible someone might have a picture from their vintage ford (I believe we were on the table of contents after the Wisconsin national tour) and centerfold on (brain fart) relating to the speedster reunion.

Are you ready? Believe it or not, it’s time to start thinking about getting ready for some real Fun! If you joined us last June for the 53rd Annual Endurance Run & Lowland Tour, you know what I’m talking about. If you weren’t able to join us, don’t take my word for it, just take a look at the pictures and postings on the Forum from those who were....

I want to do a front axle rebuild, what all do I need parts wise to do the job? I plan to take apart the front axle and spring , along with the front wheels. I know I need graphite and bushings, but I do not know what else I need. are there any remove and replace items like some washer or cover or something? what are the little things often...

The KW wood coilbox used only in 1913 uses non insulated silver colored stranded wire about 14 AWG. I'm wondering if this type of wire is still available?

I'm replacing my two-piece valves (with .326 stems). The engine runs nicely, and I notice it has aluminum pistons. My question: how do I know if I should get oversize stems? Also, since I'm replacing the valves, should I also replace the old valve springs while I'm at it?

Phil

Hi Team,

I have a 1926 Model T Coupe that my grandfather left me and I have almost fixed it. However, I am having trouble getting the headlights and horn to turn on. Both work when I power the bulbs directly, but they do not work when I power them through the switch. Can anyone help me with a wiring diagram?

Here are my photos from Duncan. I did not get many photos but enough to give a decent idea. I was very satisfied with the swap meet. Especially since it was the first year of the move of the old Chickasha meet. I saw a large portion of the old vendors and shoppers. Also saw new faces and shoppers I've not seen before. I think Kevin and the Duncan...

Heads up: Classic Wood Products is still in business but is not using their web site. If you want to order something you will need to call or email. You can still open the page and access the phone number and email.

When did they stop using the wooden blocks between the fenders and running boards?

Thanks,
Stephen

I have a '26 roadster with Ford wire wheels and no spare tire mount. I have a spare tire mount to put on it, but the rear panel has been replaced and there are no holes in it. Two holes can be seen in the body brace, so I can locate those lower holes. The upper pair of holes would be located in the panel itself, so it looks to me like there should...

Hi everyone,

Does anyone have a list of accessory carburetors? I'm putting together a presentation for my club and it would help a lot.

Thanks
Manny

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I would say, from my vendor viewpoint, that Duncan 2025 is a success. Great vending environment for the PreWar crowd. We were all located close and the layout was perfect for us. On clean concrete, close to bathrooms, good lighting, easy access for loading and unloading. Very good food concession by the local high school band kids and teachers....

Anyone have a decent resolution version of this drawing that they could share with me? This is the best version I have but some of the dimensions are a bit illegible.

I installed a new HC head “Sherman style” with a new copper head gasket. I drove a few miles and it started leaking. Water and bubbles came out along the head bolt between cilinder 1 and 2. I re-tightend the head bolts to 55 lbs but without success.
I took the head off, looked at the gasket and the head and examined the surface.
It appeared that...

I am looking for Delco Two Cap Distributor.

This month, my 1926 Coupe, which I have had since 1970 will be 99 years old. Pretty soon there will not be any Model T’s under a century old. My Dad was born in 1926 and died in 2017 at 91 a very old man. He always enjoyed the fact I had a car that was made in the same year he was born. He always said he wishes he aged as well as my T. Jim...

Took the water outlet off my 16 to fix hose leak.
Outlet looks thicker wall so compared to some NOS I have.
NOS ones don’t have Ford on them and thinner wall.
I think I remember that Ford was not put on parts till later. If so when? Could this be a reproduction? Most late repro are bronze, this cast iron.

How was first day? No one take pictures?

A discussion came up at a Model T Tech Talk at the Piquette Plant. One guy stated the screws were 1/4-24, while another suggested they are 10-27. I'm leaning towards 10-27. We all know they're special of course. Anybody know for sure the size?

Hi,
I have a question regarding lugs.
A demountable rim with fixed lugs had been on my car; but the tube was leaking and I wanted to use my spare rim/tire.
This spare tire is installed on a demountable rim without fixed lugs, so it has loose lugs to install them to the felloe (I think they are called Kelsey lugs).
I tried to install them but I am...

I picked these up at a swap meet. I was hoping to use them because my car tends to get overweight with camping stuff :-)
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I looked up forum post and found the following

I see that I’m missing the perch that would be necessary.
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So I won’t be able to test these out unless I find that. So when you say lying spelled,...

Good friend had issue with a '24, found that when starting the motor with key on BAT, then with motor running and turning key to MAG, the motor would die. :shock:

So he began running the T on BATposition. But soon found out, by trying, that it would fire up and run, with ignition key position on MAG!

So how did that happen? Determined the red...

I am working to restore an Allen Electric E32 Growler. Does anyone have a wiring diagram/schematic they could provide a copy to make sure it is wired correctly? Or maybe take pictures of the wiring in a working E32?

I found someone selling a few tire saver, Jacks.
My question is, do they really work and what would be a good price, per unit?

George
Elkhorn, ne

I was reading some news today and came across a new AI search engine called perplexity.ai that is said to probably take over
from Google as the number one search engine. I typed in How does the Model T transmission work and got this answer. I like how it describes what the drums do but I think it left out some details about reverse and stopping....

This car belonged to the grandfather of a friend of mine and he would like to know if it is a Model T. I don’t know enough to answer that question but I figured you guys would.

He would also like to know what all of the levers are on the side of the car above the running board.

Thanks for your help!

Kelly

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