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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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Problem Installing Transmission Cover

Last post by bill goodheart « Tue Jun 30, 2020 9:14 pm
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by bill goodheart » Mon Jun 08, 2020 2:44 pm

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I relined the transmission Bands for my 1919 non starter touring. It is the first time I have ever done this. I have the engine out and it is on an engine stand. The bands are the removable ear type. Now I am trying to reinstall the Transmission Cover. I can't get the band ears close enough together to put the band tool clip on to hold them in...

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Steve,
How much for a set of the narrow original Ford bands with removable ears. If possible I would like a set that was relined, if not I still would be interested, if pricing is reasonable. Reply by e-mail to: wgoodheart@tds.net

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Tue Jun 30, 2020 9:14 pm
Wire wheel recommendation: paint or powdercoat?

Last post by DHort « Tue Jun 30, 2020 9:08 pm
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by KWTownsend » Tue Jun 30, 2020 11:02 am

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Pros and cons please, for wire wheels:
Paint or powdercoat?

Thanks,
Keith

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The last time I took a wheel in to be powder coated they hung it by a thin wire around the center so of course the powder coat did not stick in that area. I had to paint it. They also coated the part that fits on the hub and I had to sand that down almost back to bare metal so the wheel would fit correctly on the hub. Too bad they really did a...

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Tue Jun 30, 2020 9:08 pm
Statement from Montana Cross Country "T" Association Board of Directors

Last post by ChrisB « Tue Jun 30, 2020 7:37 pm

by ChrisB » Tue Jun 30, 2020 7:37 pm

This statement is from the Montana Cross Country T Association (MCCTA) Board of Directors.

In the final leg of the Montana 500, a tragic accident occurred involving the father and son team, Sonny Bishop and Dwayne Lukowski. The single car accident on June 24, 2020 sent both driver and passenger to the hospital. Sonny was treated and released the...

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Tue Jun 30, 2020 7:37 pm
Old Photo - T lunch vendor

Last post by Susanne « Tue Jun 30, 2020 6:45 pm
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by Rich Eagle » Sun Jun 28, 2020 3:06 pm

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Another Shorpy photo. Good use for a Model T.
Shrpppy.jpg

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Don't forget the Firestone 5 lug demountables (drool drool)... And yes, that is a DC plate on the front, along with a Virginia plate as well ... I don't see a drivers side door (there's a spare tire there anyway), but they probably had everything in (or over) the boxes in the back seat, and set it up once they got there...

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Last post by Susanne
Tue Jun 30, 2020 6:45 pm
Height of Rands or Metzger Windshield

Last post by KimDobbins « Tue Jun 30, 2020 6:35 pm
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by SurveyKing » Sat Jun 27, 2020 1:59 pm

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Would someone post the height and width of either a Rands or Metzger Windshield on a 1909-10 Touring as well as each of the two parts of the windshield? Also, the height of the riser board above the firewall. Thanks alot

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Yes, it's original to the car. My car was delivered with both the rands and a roll up windshield.

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Last post by KimDobbins
Tue Jun 30, 2020 6:35 pm
TT Truck Rear End & Transmission Grease Capacity

Last post by A Whiteman « Tue Jun 30, 2020 6:23 pm
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by jeffstag » Mon Jun 29, 2020 12:47 pm

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I'm sure this has already been covered, but I searched and can't find it. I'm changing the grease in the rear of my TT and I'm assuming its the same 600W stuff as used in the car. Does anybody have a guess on how much? Is it more than the car rear end? If I order 2 quarts from Langs, will that be enough?

Second related question. I've got a...

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Modern oils are different to original. I use 140W gear oil in my Ruckstell and aux box. They must be 'non-EP additive' oils. Those additives erode the bronze - especially when just sitting between uses.

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Last post by A Whiteman
Tue Jun 30, 2020 6:23 pm
Clean brake shoe/Lining

Last post by Mustang1964s « Tue Jun 30, 2020 4:39 pm
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by Ben Umberger » Mon Jun 29, 2020 9:30 pm

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Is there any way to reasonably clean the break shoe and lining?

What would you use to clean the inside of the drum?

Thanks

Ben

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My go to is LA's Awesome Cleaner - 20 oz - Dollar General.

I put it in a plastic container with lid. Let it soak over night. Pull the part. Scrub with wire brush, rinse and repeat.

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Tue Jun 30, 2020 4:39 pm
Installing balance beads

Last post by R.V.Anderson « Tue Jun 30, 2020 2:06 pm
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by R.V.Anderson » Sat Jun 27, 2020 4:45 pm

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Has anyone outside the asylum ever tried and succeeded with the air-gun method in this video?

I tried it but got absolutely nowhere. The beads move down the tube about half an inch before they pack together at the valve stem and stay there despite taking a wrench and tapping my fool head off on the stem while keeping the pressure on. And when...

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:lol: :lol: :lol:

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Tue Jun 30, 2020 2:06 pm
Model T With Dog and Son

Last post by RustyFords « Tue Jun 30, 2020 1:39 pm
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by ivaldes1 » Mon Jun 29, 2020 11:13 pm

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So we are back in business with Shirley my Touring after Ross Lilleker did a motor refresh. My dog Balto and son sat still long enough to get a picture with the Newsboy hat on.

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Nice photo.

Ross is the T-Whisperer.

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Last post by RustyFords
Tue Jun 30, 2020 1:39 pm
Old Photo Early RPU

Last post by Drkbp « Tue Jun 30, 2020 10:13 am
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by Herb Iffrig » Mon Jun 29, 2020 2:11 am

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13-14 RPU.JPG

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Nice photo Herb!
Still using his gas headlights with a Victor carbide generator.
The hook type water indicator and vertical tank clamps clearly visible.

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Last post by Drkbp
Tue Jun 30, 2020 10:13 am
Cimorelli's Model T Digital Library

Last post by DanTreace « Tue Jun 30, 2020 9:51 am
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by Mark Gregush » Sun Jun 28, 2020 10:04 pm

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I went to look something up in Cimorelli's Model T Digital Library and could not get a good link. I could get parts, but could not get the information to come up when clicking on a subject.
Has anyone else tried lately? Maybe something expired? Would be a great loss, lots of work to digitize all those manuals etc. Does anyone know him, maybe let...

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Yes. All is well, the link on MTFCI homepage, 'Technical Library' index is working now with all the blue hot links to the library collection.
Thanks Madison, the webmaster for MTFCI.

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Last post by DanTreace
Tue Jun 30, 2020 9:51 am
Any ideas?

Last post by John kuehn « Tue Jun 30, 2020 9:25 am
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by Dropacent » Sun Jun 28, 2020 3:37 pm

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I was told this was a cutout. I’m thinking more a carburation device. Anyone know? It’s all brass. 04D9CAB9-F170-42C8-B9D5-C33BB41361E0.jpeg 04881DAE-76DB-4EA6-8435-08E81F177F03.jpeg EBB8A73B-1D49-4371-9FF1-EA29795B373F.jpeg DA423D25-DB65-4135-A7E4-D4F7B4395767.jpeg F7DB0C97-FEBB-46F2-900A-4527EB7E5F29.jpeg

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That looks like something for the fuel system off an early industrial stationary engine instead of automotive use.
Probably someone will eventually identify it.

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Last post by John kuehn
Tue Jun 30, 2020 9:25 am
What is the closes modern equivalent for DuPont Fabrikoid

Last post by TRDxB2 « Mon Jun 29, 2020 10:22 pm
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by Linus Tremaine » Mon Jun 29, 2020 2:11 pm

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I want to have some runningboard boxes made and cover them with black covers that snap on. I think the original ones were covered in Fabrokoid. This is that black faux leather stuff that you have all probably seen on trunks etc that is usually shrunken and cracked.

I suppose the closest modern material would just be long grain top material?

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Here are some images of the material. By the way Fabrikoid was a nitrocellulose material which is highly flammable.
1920s-vtg-dupont-fabrikoid.jpg
fabrikoidimprove.jpg

Take a look at this faux leather
Polyurethane faux leather.png

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Last post by TRDxB2
Mon Jun 29, 2020 10:22 pm
1911 advertisement

Last post by John Warren « Mon Jun 29, 2020 2:33 pm
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by Art Ebeling » Mon Jun 29, 2020 6:54 am

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When Ford shared dealerships with other brands. Over 100 Ford owners in the area. Art

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Wonder if Homer is related to me ?? I'll have check this out, Thanks

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Last post by John Warren
Mon Jun 29, 2020 2:33 pm
changing bands

Last post by Scott_Conger « Mon Jun 29, 2020 2:32 pm
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by RichardG » Mon Jun 29, 2020 11:40 am

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SCOTT ,YOUR PICTURES OF WHAT IS NEEDED TO BE DONE CONFUSE ME, MY OLD EYES CANT MAKE OUT TH AMOUNT NEEDED TO BE TAKEN OFF THE PEDAL SHAFT, AND DO I NEED TO FIND THE ADJUSTING BOLT WITH HOLLOW END AS WELL? CAN I MODIFY IT? SORRY TO BE SO THICK. WHAT IS SO DIFFERENT IN THE BAND ENDS THAT REQUIRE THIS MODIFACATION ,

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Good for you Richard

good luck

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Last post by Scott_Conger
Mon Jun 29, 2020 2:32 pm
Aluminum doors...any idea what car they go on?

Last post by John Warren « Mon Jun 29, 2020 2:04 pm
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by 24tcoupe » Mon Jun 29, 2020 10:47 am

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Mon Jun 29, 2020 2:04 pm
Re: Montana 500 Accident

Last post by ChrisB « Mon Jun 29, 2020 11:29 am

by ChrisB » Mon Jun 29, 2020 11:29 am

The Board of Directors does not want this discussed on the forum.

You can visit the link above or go to the Montana 500 website.

Chris

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Mon Jun 29, 2020 11:29 am
Running poorly.

Last post by RustyFords « Mon Jun 29, 2020 11:16 am
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by ivaldes1 » Sat Dec 14, 2019 1:43 am

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Hi all, My 1925 engine starts fine, while underway on both battery and magneto it runs poorly. Misses, hesitates, sluggish acceleration. Commutator is clean and as far as I can tell the commutator angle is correct. Was running fine for over a year, nothing changed recently. Coils rebuilt several years ago. How do I start troubleshooting? -- IV

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Totally smooth now. Really makes a difference. I took it to church this morning and it was perfect. Ross built up the worn pedal faces so that they fit the new cams better. The pedal travel is tight. Also I suspected and Ross confirmed that the machine shop had re-drilled the pedal shaft in the wrong place so the shifting geometry and adjustment...

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Last post by RustyFords
Mon Jun 29, 2020 11:16 am
changing bands

Last post by Scott_Conger « Mon Jun 29, 2020 10:49 am
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by RichardG » Mon Jun 29, 2020 10:24 am

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when changing bands from the non detachable link to the detachable type, seems i heard or read you need to trim the low--high-- shaft by so much, i have the hogs head off and getting ready to install the bands, just to be safe something told me to ask. before i get in trouble, this is on a 1925 engine . thank you for your help. Richard. who said...

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Richard

your last comment made me smile. Rather than go through a discussion as to what you need to do, I'll post this for you where Dan Treace did a good job documenting the process. Good luck and report back!

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Last post by Scott_Conger
Mon Jun 29, 2020 10:49 am
Babbitt Question

Last post by Professor Fate « Mon Jun 29, 2020 10:46 am
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by Professor Fate » Mon Jun 29, 2020 10:25 am

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So I dove into an engine/transmission I recently brought home. I found cylinders 1, 3, and 4 have no Babbitt left at the rod caps, resulting in a lot of play. The inside if the block is glistening with silver flakes.... The caps are all cotter pinned, so i dont think someone slapped an engine together with unserviceable parts.
The mains are tight...

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when I say no babbitt, I mean just a very thin skim left. the amount of play is tremendous.

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Last post by Professor Fate
Mon Jun 29, 2020 10:46 am
How do you Downshift?

Last post by Sarikatime « Mon Jun 29, 2020 9:50 am
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by 1194668jc » Sun Jun 28, 2020 6:08 pm

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I feel stupid...

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Don’t forget, the model T transmission is either in gear or not. It is not a slide transmission like on the modern cars. The pedal has to be either all the way out or all the way in. If you have the pedal partially down and act like with modern sincro transmissions too much you could do damage. It is a matter of habit that you acquire driving a T....

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Last post by Sarikatime
Mon Jun 29, 2020 9:50 am
Dyke's manual take on main line fuse from 1925

Last post by DanTreace « Mon Jun 29, 2020 9:49 am
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by Mark Gregush » Sat Jun 27, 2020 10:57 pm

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I am not posting this saying not to put the main line fuse in, just some other ideas that might help. As has been said before by others and me, running on magneto and blowing the fuse, the car keeps running.

DYKE'S AUTOMOBILE AND GASOLINE ENGINE ENCYCL0PEDIA 1925
Fuse between generator and battery
If a complete open circuit should exist between...

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That is why my T’s run both safety electrical systems, a main fuse and a VR.

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Last post by DanTreace
Mon Jun 29, 2020 9:49 am
Universal joint pin length

Last post by DanTreace « Mon Jun 29, 2020 9:42 am
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by DHort » Sun Jun 28, 2020 4:04 pm

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I was attempting to install the universal joint on the drive shaft. The pins I have are 1 11/32 and the universal joint is 1 3/8 , so they are too short to peen them. Is my universal joint too wide or are the pins too short? What length should they be?

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Measures .275” x 1.5”

Odd size dia. Close to 9/32” but tad less, and Parts Books list it as 1.5” length but error on dia., as given to be 3/32” but that is clearly wrong :o

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Last post by DanTreace
Mon Jun 29, 2020 9:42 am
Is this safe to run?

Last post by Larry e rutt « Mon Jun 29, 2020 7:41 am
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by Larry e rutt » Fri Jun 26, 2020 9:33 pm

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I put a new fan blade on and the flange crumbled in my hand.. what remained seamed strong. My question is do u think this will last a while yet ?

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Sorry my email changed... try... larryrutt7at gmail.com

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Mon Jun 29, 2020 7:41 am
How do I change my password?

Last post by schwabd1 « Sun Jun 28, 2020 11:53 pm
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by schwabd1 » Sun Jun 28, 2020 10:46 pm

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Somehow my password got messed up. I was emailed a new one to get in and the message said I could go to my profile to change it to what I wanted,,,,,,, I can't figure out where on my profile I can do it?

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Got it.....

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Sun Jun 28, 2020 11:53 pm
Need info for distributors

Last post by jsaylor « Sun Jun 28, 2020 8:02 pm
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by Dan Hatch » Sat Jun 27, 2020 8:28 am

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Here is a couple pictures of a distributor that a friend needs help with. Needs information and a gear or what gear will work with it.
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Thanks for any help. Dan

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The keyway locks it to the cam shaft. I bought mine new 50+ years ago. It came with a pin with a large head to fit the keyway. I modified mine to eliminate the auto advance and added a tab to the body to use my regular advance and made a reversing lever similar to the Bosch front plate.

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Last post by jsaylor
Sun Jun 28, 2020 8:02 pm
Thin bushing removal?

Last post by Mark Nunn « Sun Jun 28, 2020 7:55 pm
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by ivaldes1 » Tue Jun 23, 2020 11:08 pm

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Hi, I am wanting to replace the pictured brake cam bushing but it is just a thin shell left. The regular bushing removal tool moved it only a little because the bushing is too thin. Is there an easy way to take it out?

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Ignacio, I bought the same bushing driver that you bought. It worked perfectly to replace my brake bushings.

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Last post by Mark Nunn
Sun Jun 28, 2020 7:55 pm
13T - 6v VR

Last post by Les Schubert « Sun Jun 28, 2020 7:03 pm
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by Darin Hull » Sun Jun 28, 2020 12:37 am

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Hello,

I’ve reached out to sources like Fun Projects and Lang’s reference a 6v VR for negative ground and they’ve told me they’re back ordered... have been for a long time. I could order a cut out but has anyone used, or could one use, another manufacturer’s VR instead until a fun projects one comes in?

Would it be worth using another VR, which...

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Darin
A good place to start on testing your mag is with a ohm meter. Check for connectivity between the mag post and the frame of the engine. You should have a small resistance. If you have connection then verify at the ignition switch as well

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Last post by Les Schubert
Sun Jun 28, 2020 7:03 pm
Where do you get the prices?

Last post by John kuehn « Sun Jun 28, 2020 6:06 pm
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by Sarikatime » Sat Jun 27, 2020 5:23 pm

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I see a lot of new and mostly used model T parts for sale, but, where do you get the prices?
I look on the forum and don’t even get me t bay prices, can never figure out what some of these people are thinking. You may have a part with a price and right after that someone posts the same part for either twice or three times or half the price, huh?...

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Suzanne is right about old Motorcyles going through the roof as for as parts and prices go.
As far as cars go Fords from 1932-48 the sky is the limit.
Comparatively speaking Model T’s overall are the cheapest antique cars there is to restore. Probably because parts are pretty much avaliable. BrassTs are fairly high of course but the rest not so...

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Last post by John kuehn
Sun Jun 28, 2020 6:06 pm
Need mounting details for hood rod retainer clip regarding what kind of screws were used

Last post by Scott_Conger « Sun Jun 28, 2020 5:34 pm
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by Scott_Conger » Sat Jun 27, 2020 3:47 pm

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This is a low firewall, steel cowl runabout with a separate hood clasp. This was a carry-over from wood firewalls, where the hood rod clasp was NOT permanently attached to the steel firewall.

1. I am seeking to find what HEAD was on the screws (2) used to secure the the clasp. I have the crusty remains of a clasp and a screw but the screw is too...

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Wayne

your observations are appreciated. thank you.

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Last post by Scott_Conger
Sun Jun 28, 2020 5:34 pm
Tale of Two Tools or Thanks again SC

Last post by Dan Hatch « Sun Jun 28, 2020 5:18 pm
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by Dan Hatch » Sun Jun 28, 2020 3:30 pm

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Just want to give praise where it is due. Seems all you see on here is complains above stuff. So here goes.
Today I was getting some axle housings ready to vat. Had to remove the sleeves. We all know how much fun that is. I started out using the old piece of pipe puller we all use. After I threw it across the shop. I remembered I got one of Scott...

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Those that did not get one missed out.
Just looked at mine, number 2. Thanks again. Dan

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Last post by Dan Hatch
Sun Jun 28, 2020 5:18 pm
Info on 27 Roadster

Last post by John kuehn « Sun Jun 28, 2020 2:42 pm
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by DontKnowMuch » Sat Jun 27, 2020 1:03 pm

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My 1927 Roadster has matching engine and frame serial numbers of 13999657. Where can I find information such as production date and dealership sold to? I would like to confirm information I have been told about this Model T.

Thanks for your help.

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Go to the MFTCA home page and go to research. From there you go to photos and the albums. There is a album of members cars.
You then can see members cars from year to year.
Look close at the 26-27 pics and you can the difference in the headlight mounting. One year has a fender mounted headlight bar and the other year the headlights are mounted...

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Last post by John kuehn
Sun Jun 28, 2020 2:42 pm
Electric Fuel Shutoff Valve Installation Question

Last post by Novice « Sun Jun 28, 2020 1:37 pm
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by Matt in California » Sat Jun 27, 2020 2:24 am

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Today I did what I wanted to do for a very long time- I installed a 12 volt fuel shutoff valve. I connected everything up and decided to connect the power to the bottom of the 1926 coil box. It works, but I realized that that now I am switching between the Battery/Magneto. My concern is that the magneto could burn out the solenoid at higher RPM or...

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Matt. I think the electric fuel cutoff is a good idea. and have thought about adding one Myself. and since most of the T houses sell them there must be a market. I always turn the fuel off after a drive with the valve on side of the carb on both My open express and the 26 touring which also has a valve on the gas tank sediment bowl. I have had a...

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Last post by Novice
Sun Jun 28, 2020 1:37 pm
Magneto problem

Last post by Scott_Conger « Sun Jun 28, 2020 1:08 pm
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by Brent » Sun Jun 21, 2020 11:08 am

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After a recent tour I now have very little power from the magneto. The car overheated after the fan belt came off. The car ran great on battery and magneto prior to this. Now several days later it runs great on battery but dies on mag. I have checked the wiring, coil box etc. Tried a magneto test with a bulb and only got about 3 volts at idle....

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Brent, that is great news and so good of you to post an epilogue. Thank you.

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Last post by Scott_Conger
Sun Jun 28, 2020 1:08 pm
Luray

Last post by blgitn « Sun Jun 28, 2020 12:47 pm

by blgitn » Sun Jun 28, 2020 12:47 pm

I'd like to contact the vendor who was selling used and rebuilt steering columns at Luray last year: is he on this forum?

Thanks,

R/ Roger.

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Last post by blgitn
Sun Jun 28, 2020 12:47 pm
Need to straighten the headlight on a 24 coupe

Last post by TRDxB2 « Sun Jun 28, 2020 12:27 pm
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by 24tcoupe » Sun Jun 28, 2020 12:20 am

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Anyone out there have experience adjusting the headlights on a 24 T Coupe? Looks like the bar that holds the light through the fender and attached to the frame. Is there a tool or something that can adjust one light up and back about 1 inch. Thanks for any ideas.

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I have used a pipe clamp & vise to straighten things out. Leaves no marks and a long bar gives you plenty of leverage to move things as much or as little as you go.

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Last post by TRDxB2
Sun Jun 28, 2020 12:27 pm
DS sleeve with tag

Last post by Original Smith « Sun Jun 28, 2020 12:00 pm
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by Dan Hatch » Sat Jun 27, 2020 4:23 pm

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Here is a NOS Hyatt drive shaft sleeve with the original parts tag . Was looking in my drive shaft parts drawer and found it. I think I got it at the Ford dealer in north Tn I cleaned out that closed in 29. Anyway, though you guys would like to see it. Dan
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Dan, I can remember when you couldn't even find that part! Keep it. You may need it sometime.

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Last post by Original Smith
Sun Jun 28, 2020 12:00 pm
1914 Cowl lamp issue. How to fix this?

Last post by critterpainter « Sun Jun 28, 2020 11:57 am
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by critterpainter » Sat Jun 27, 2020 11:32 pm

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I was putting the shiny stuff back on my early 14 and came across this

. Lamp base.jpg

All 4 pins on both cowl lamps are the same.
They are FORD victor Model 2 lamps

Now what??

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Thanks, I didnt think of brazing rod. Now to give myself a refresher course on planning carefully.

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Last post by critterpainter
Sun Jun 28, 2020 11:57 am
How much slop is too much?

Last post by paddy1998 « Sun Jun 28, 2020 11:55 am
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by paddy1998 » Sat Jun 27, 2020 6:56 pm

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I got the hogshead and crankcase off today and began inspecting the transmission.

The low and reverse drums have some slop, but how much is too much?

Video here:

And what does that condition indicate? Might it have something to do with the brass rivets I found floating around the crankcase? I also found a small washer with a string tied to it...

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Well this is all a big relief. :P

Thank you all for all the help!

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Last post by paddy1998
Sun Jun 28, 2020 11:55 am
Intermittent Electrical Contact - Suggestions?

Last post by Scott_Conger « Sun Jun 28, 2020 11:47 am
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by Marv K » Tue Jun 16, 2020 1:08 am

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My grandson will inherit my Dad's '26 TT, which Dad bought in 1942. We've been giving it loving attention periodically as we've been able, but my grandson's willingness bumps up against my physical condition and doesn't offset my surgeries.....
We've had the coils gone through, new wiring harness, battery, put in a rebuilt starter, etc. Even had...

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Well that is a gratifying and not-so-uncommon discovery as I can personally attest to. Good for you.

with regards to electrical, Bill has opined correctly that an ohm meter is not sufficient to ensure electrical health in wiring in all cases. Wires which have continuity are not necessarily capable of carrying current. Ohm meters really aren't...

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Last post by Scott_Conger
Sun Jun 28, 2020 11:47 am
Stromberg OF dripping fuel

Last post by Fordwright « Sun Jun 28, 2020 11:10 am
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by Bruce Compton » Thu Jun 25, 2020 10:54 pm

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I'm having trouble finding the cause of fuel dripping out of a Stromberg OF carb. I've rebuilt maybe 30 of these carbs and this particular one now runs absolutely perfectly all through the load and RPM ranges and might be the best running OF I've ever had except that it drips fuel at the bottom of the throttle shaft but only after shut-down. I am...

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I'm not sure how to fix a leaking shaft, other than to try to machine a new bushing to within a few ten-thousanths. Either that, or machine some grooves for o-rings.

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Sun Jun 28, 2020 11:10 am
Smelly Tool Boxes

Last post by Mark Nunn « Sun Jun 28, 2020 9:58 am
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by tom_strickling » Sat Jun 27, 2020 5:34 pm

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Does anyone have a tool box, probably plastic, that smells like nasty old cheese when you open it up. I have experienced this with a couple smaller tool boxes. What's the deal??

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Not a toolbox, but one year I opened my tackle box for the first time of the season and discovered that I forgot to toss the unused catfish bait. I haven't made that mistake since.

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Last post by Mark Nunn
Sun Jun 28, 2020 9:58 am
12 Volt Geared Starter

Last post by John Illinois « Sun Jun 28, 2020 8:53 am
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by Oldav8tor » Sat Jun 27, 2020 7:14 pm

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Does anyone have experience pro or con with the new production 12 volt geared starter that some vendors carry?

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My model A ring gear was starting to move forward. I did not feel like taking the engine out to fix it so I tapped the ring gear back and installed a gear drive starter. Since it engages from the front the ring gear can not move.

I have used it for a couple of years and it works great but it sure does not look like an antique starter.

John

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Last post by John Illinois
Sun Jun 28, 2020 8:53 am
A Starting Observation

Last post by Duey_C « Sun Jun 28, 2020 3:05 am
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by RustyFords » Fri Jun 26, 2020 12:40 pm

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Something I've observed with my 24 Touring now that I've been driving it for 6 months...

When I pull the choke out and press the starter button (with the ignition off) and let the engine roll over only two or three times...if I then switch on the ignition and move the the spark lever until it catches a coil, it'll try to fire on its own and...

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Ding! Dave nailed it to the wall! Cheap starts!
I should note that the '24 Dizzy hand start will usually go in two or three pulls.
Depending on which of the low to near no compression cylinders are lined up where.

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Last post by Duey_C
Sun Jun 28, 2020 3:05 am
1909 measurement

Last post by Wayne Sheldon « Sat Jun 27, 2020 11:07 pm
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by Dollisdad » Fri Jun 26, 2020 2:13 pm

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Can someone tell me the height of a 1909 touring with the top down and windshield folded, to clear the rear door of a trailer?

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I don't have any measurements to offer. Just wanted to remind all that tops and windshields were not standard equipment for most of 1909. Ford factory offered a few different windshields, and at least two different tops. At least one of the factory '09 tops sat very high in the back when folded down. I have seen photos showing a driver could not...

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Last post by Wayne Sheldon
Sat Jun 27, 2020 11:07 pm
Successful tour in Michigan

Last post by Jerry VanOoteghem « Sat Jun 27, 2020 9:43 pm
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by Oldav8tor » Sat Jun 27, 2020 6:48 pm

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Mike Catlin of the Casual T's put together a modest progressive tour in mid-Michigan over June 25-27. Starting from the Vestaburg area, our nine Model T's visited some Amish Craftsmen on Thursday and then drove north on Friday about 80 miles to the city of Cadillac. The weather cooperated, raining only during the Friday overnight hours. We were...

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It was a beautiful tour! Great weather, great roads & great people!!!

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Last post by Jerry VanOoteghem
Sat Jun 27, 2020 9:43 pm
Just to be sure

Last post by Jerry VanOoteghem « Sat Jun 27, 2020 9:39 pm
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by Larry e rutt » Sat Jun 27, 2020 12:42 pm

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I hear people say I can remove my fan, I hear people say I can remove my water pump... can I remove them both at the same time or one or the other ?

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Thanks for the info....my thought was... I have a 26 fordor, with a new berg radiator.. the fan has been being a problem, so I thought I'll just take it off which creates another problem, the belt to turn the pump, well I here some say that should go...... I dont know what to think, maybe I'll take them off, maybe I'll fix them... thanks anyways...

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Last post by Jerry VanOoteghem
Sat Jun 27, 2020 9:39 pm
I'm done with white tires

Last post by TRDxB2 « Sat Jun 27, 2020 9:27 pm
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by Tom VanMeeteren » Wed Jun 24, 2020 9:43 pm

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I have had a set of smooth whites on my 11 for the past 10 years or so. Probably about 4000+ miles during that time. Last year I replaced three of them for various reasons. Tonight we went for a little car show about 10 miles from home. When my wife got out of the car she noticed the cords were showing through the center of the driving area about...

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Hmmmm... I wonder why most tire manufacturers quit making all white tires in the 1920’s ??? Could it be because black tires were superior and white ones were inferior ??? Actually, I think that is a fact!

Did some Inter net searching and found a remarkable set of information about tire production in th early days
I just pulled off info related...

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Last post by TRDxB2
Sat Jun 27, 2020 9:27 pm
oval exhaust pipe deflector

Last post by RajoRacer « Sat Jun 27, 2020 8:16 pm
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by Tmooreheadf » Wed Jun 24, 2020 9:53 am

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Has anyone ever seen or used a deflector for the oval exit end of the cast iron end cap type muffler? Pictures might help. I need to get the exhaust away from the juice brake line that runs over the top of the axle going to the rear disc brake caliper.
Thanks for any help!
Tom

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You're welcome. You might/will have to manipulate the retaining band a bit to get all to fit just right - it does move the exhaust !

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Last post by RajoRacer
Sat Jun 27, 2020 8:16 pm
Driving your Model T

Last post by George House « Sat Jun 27, 2020 6:34 pm
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by Wayne Mims » Sat Jun 27, 2020 3:11 pm

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Does anybody in Round Rock Cedar Park or Austin area take their Model Tees out for a Sunday drive or Saturday Drive if so give me a call my name is Wayne I have seven of them my number is 702-354-6365. I live in Cedar Park

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Wayne, have you ever hooked up with the Cen Tex Tin Lizzie’s in Austin ? Probly Randy Brown of that club ever reads the Forum. He’s reached out to you before.

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Last post by George House
Sat Jun 27, 2020 6:34 pm
26-27 Side Curtains - Roadster

Last post by Rich Eagle « Sat Jun 27, 2020 2:19 pm
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by DontKnowMuch » Sat Jun 27, 2020 12:16 pm

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I have a 1927 Roadster and I am considering installing side curtains. There are a combination of hooks, fastener posts, and snaps on the windshield stanchions, top, and top bow. The ones on the stanchions are facing the rear so I assume the side curtains go inside behind the windshield. I have tried to find good pictures and have found some where...

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This has some info. Maybe not what you need.

A photo here of a 1925 which is similar.

and

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Last post by Rich Eagle
Sat Jun 27, 2020 2:19 pm
What should salvage value be?

Last post by RGould1910 « Sat Jun 27, 2020 10:07 am
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by RGould1910 » Thu Jun 25, 2020 11:39 am

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Negotiating with my ins co. Car has been totaled ($10000) due to frame, pan, front end and fender/splash apron damage. ($10,000) What is the salvage value?

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Kevin I hear you about those darn frame numbers becoming unreadable after years. of hard use.

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Last post by RGould1910
Sat Jun 27, 2020 10:07 am
Starter rebuild

Last post by Gonenorth « Sat Jun 27, 2020 6:24 am
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by Brent Teltow » Fri Jun 26, 2020 6:44 pm

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Good evening everyone, my starter on my 1915 gave up. Any suggestions on who can do a rebuild? Thank you for your input.

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To start with, get the MTFCA electrical book. Lots of good info on starters and generators in there. I have rebuilt both generators and starters, and its actually kinda fun and educational. All the components you will need are available from the vendors. One thing I do is to replace the starter or generator armature with a good rewound one. These...

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Last post by Gonenorth
Sat Jun 27, 2020 6:24 am
What is this?

Last post by John E. Guitar « Sat Jun 27, 2020 4:47 am
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by Jim McClellan » Fri Jun 26, 2020 11:31 am

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I bought some Model T parts and this was included. Measures about 16” tall. Anyone know what it is? Thanks!

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Here are some fitted to the front axle out of a Cole 8-50.

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Last post by John E. Guitar
Sat Jun 27, 2020 4:47 am
Another mag problem

Last post by cve92 « Sat Jun 27, 2020 2:41 am
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by cve92 » Sun Jun 21, 2020 5:57 pm

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Ok, I need some expert help on this one. First the problem- car starts good on batt. switch over to mag, car runs ok. idle up and car runs ok. 2- run car on batt- go from low to high at a slow speed, car runs fine, get up to a moderate speed- low 20's to 25 switch over to mag, car runs fine. 3- start car on batt, switch over to mag, start out in...

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Hi everybody. First, Thanks for all the responses, I really appreciate it. I'm going to get together with Scott C. and figure out what's going on. We'll start going thru step by step and see where it goes. Then I'll ask some questions about my 27 coupe. Ah, the joys of model T ownership. Learning things little bit by little bit.

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Last post by cve92
Sat Jun 27, 2020 2:41 am
What are these?

Last post by MWalker « Fri Jun 26, 2020 9:41 pm
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by Mustang1964s » Fri Jun 26, 2020 1:19 pm

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I received these in a box from my brother-in-law.
Not sure what they are.
Thank you

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Would the TTP stand for Texas T Parts ?

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Last post by MWalker
Fri Jun 26, 2020 9:41 pm
Minnesota Swap meet

Last post by Michael Peternell « Fri Jun 26, 2020 8:49 pm
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by BobP » Sat May 23, 2020 1:08 pm

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Our 3rd annual Model T- Model A Ford pre-war swap meet will be held June 27, 7:00 AM. at our farm at 7525 County 12 Blvd. Kenyon, Mn. 55946. This was rescheduled from April. Parts, vehicles, signs, toys, automotive and mechanical related items pre WW2. No household stuff. No admission or setup charge. Hope to see you then, Bob & Helen Peterson....

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I really hope I have a hard time finding a place to park!

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Last post by Michael Peternell
Fri Jun 26, 2020 8:49 pm
Garages, my hometown and down the road.

Last post by HPetrino « Fri Jun 26, 2020 8:20 pm
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by Dollisdad » Thu Jun 25, 2020 2:31 am

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Larry,
It's often 100 + deg. F. in Turlock during summer. Right now it's a cool 96 deg. F. :D

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Last post by HPetrino
Fri Jun 26, 2020 8:20 pm
Instead of pouring Babbitt...

Last post by Kerry « Fri Jun 26, 2020 7:31 pm
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by Steve Jelf » Thu Jun 18, 2020 12:24 pm

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Saw this on MTFCFB. What do you engine rebuilders think of it?

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Just checked. Out of a dozen blocks I have, teens and through the 20's, yes one was, a 1926, In that the blocks came to Canada up to late 1917/early18 from the USA, made me wonder on how much machining etc Canada did. If USA was using that oil hole in the teens then Canada must have done everything on a blank casting. A 1913 and some 16'ns I have,...

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Last post by Kerry
Fri Jun 26, 2020 7:31 pm
Fordson Assistance

Last post by George House « Fri Jun 26, 2020 7:07 pm
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by 23Fordson » Mon Jun 22, 2020 3:19 pm

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Am hoping there are some Fordson folks on here - the antique tractor forums don't seem to have many active Fordson enthusiasts. I recently acquired a 1923 F. Starts (when it wants to) on mag without battery assistance - not easily, but eventually. Has a lot of trouble starting when it's hot (very difficult to get running again immediately after...

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Howdy Joe,
There’s no problem using an NH carb on a Fordson. I have one on my ‘19 ladder side 6 spoke rear wheel too. Don’t use the water bath air cleaner either. Just don’t plow in a dust storm.

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Last post by George House
Fri Jun 26, 2020 7:07 pm
Radiator stop leak

Last post by RustyFords « Fri Jun 26, 2020 5:45 pm
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by Charles J » Tue Jun 23, 2020 7:50 am

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My car still has the original radiator seems too cool okay but I've noticed lately that it is seeping a little bit radiator stop leak yes or no could it do more damage than good

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My worry with StopLeak type stuff is not whether or not it fixes radiator leaks, but what it's doing to the coolant passages inside the engine.

Seems like it's designed to work as a clotting agent of sorts. If so, why wouldn't it bunch up in places where you wouldn't want it to?

I bit the bullet with my 24 Touring and bought a new Berg's unit....

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Last post by RustyFords
Fri Jun 26, 2020 5:45 pm
I"m in a bind.

Last post by Scott_Conger « Fri Jun 26, 2020 4:15 pm
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by Bud Delong » Thu Jun 25, 2020 12:50 pm

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I have trouble with our 14 as it cranks very hard.I pulled the top cover and screen and the clutch fingers have clearance when the lever is back.The bands do not seem to be to tight either.The last oil change i used 5W20 syn and my grandson thinks the oil is running off the cyl to quick.Not a fresh rebuild as i would guess 500 to 1,000 miles on a...

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Thanks for the lecture Les.

You failed to add that the industry suggests a 20 rating, as in 5W-20 at a maximum ambient temperature of 77F. Just fine for Calgary. Not so great in Texas, as you have just said. I wanted to make sure future searchers, for the next and umpteenth oil advice war to get the total picture of how you have achieved this...

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Last post by Scott_Conger
Fri Jun 26, 2020 4:15 pm
A Blacksmith and his custom T tools

Last post by Matt in California « Fri Jun 26, 2020 4:11 pm
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by Matt in California » Fri Jun 26, 2020 11:47 am

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Recently a 90 year man informed me he is clearing out his shop. I originally meet him at a garage sale. He had lots of Blacksmiths tools from his grandfather that purchased. In WWII the blacksmith worked at the Navy yards and evidently was recognized for a few (tool?) designs.

His grandfather also had a TT truck and two spare engines that he...

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Bingo Jim!

The vertical wrist pins are even cut before welded. With wrist pins hardened, depending on tools at hand, that could be a bit of work to cut!

Matt

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Last post by Matt in California
Fri Jun 26, 2020 4:11 pm
Thank You Dave - Mark - Glen At Chaffin's Garage

Last post by Willie R « Fri Jun 26, 2020 2:31 pm
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by FreighTer Jim » Thu Jun 25, 2020 12:07 pm

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Since 1973 ...

Family Owned & Operated ( Yeah Dave Is Family )

Visit @

Thank You For (43) Years Of Service To The Model T Community

FJ

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Got my Ruckstell parts yesterday and have to say the form, fit, and function is superior ! Thanks guys, great work !!

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Last post by Willie R
Fri Jun 26, 2020 2:31 pm
Exhaust pipe close to the hogshead

Last post by jiminbartow « Fri Jun 26, 2020 11:30 am
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by Mark Nunn » Wed Jun 24, 2020 1:34 pm

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I borrowed this photo that was posted by Duane from another thread . It shows the exhaust pipe with a dent to clear the hogshead.

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My pipe does not have a dent but it is really close to the hogshead. It is about 1/4 away and I'm concerned about what the heat would do to the hogshead and oil inside. I don't have much...

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Susanne. When old asbestos starts breaking down it can release dangerous fibers in the air that, when breathed in, can damage the lungs and the body has no way of processing those fibers out of the lungs, so, there they remain. With all the vibration of the Model T, combined with the air generated by the car and wind from the forward motion of the...

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Last post by jiminbartow
Fri Jun 26, 2020 11:30 am
Rootlieb

Last post by dobro1956 « Fri Jun 26, 2020 9:23 am
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by Original Smith » Wed Jun 24, 2020 10:23 am

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I had to wait three months to order a early '13 set of fenders from Rootlieb because of the virus. I wasn't sure if they made the early style, so I brought them an original to go by just in case. Now, I have to wait at least six weeks, but that's ok. I'm talking front fenders.

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The link above is the Billy who had made our gas tanks for years. I have known Billy and Ed for what seems like forever. Ed originally built our gas tanks. Billy was his helper from the age of young man in his teens early 20s. When Ed passed away years ago He willed the business to Billy. Some may remember I helped Eds wife liquidate some of his...

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Last post by dobro1956
Fri Jun 26, 2020 9:23 am
reverse eye spring question

Last post by bnchief « Fri Jun 26, 2020 3:52 am
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by bnchief » Thu Jun 25, 2020 7:47 am

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on the front spring I know it should be 3-3/8 to 3-1/2 in height what height should a reverse eye front spring be anyone know.

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TRD your pictures answered all my questions I have the specs on spring leaf length etc and i now know what the arch should be thanks to all here for your help the spring is a 1927 front spring on a fordor

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Fri Jun 26, 2020 3:52 am
NEW TO VAPORIZER

Last post by Duey_C « Fri Jun 26, 2020 1:13 am
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by DontKnowMuch » Sat Mar 14, 2020 7:55 pm

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I am new to the vaporizer carb on my 27 T. A question to those running this car system?
Do you find the vaporizer a bit harder to start when it is cold? That is, is
it harder starting than an NH when cold?

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VERY interesting video Terry!
Thank you.
More great info for us non compliant carb users.
I have two good running NH's here also for the easily offended. ;)

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Last post by Duey_C
Fri Jun 26, 2020 1:13 am
The 15,000 000 gallons of oil.

Last post by TRDxB2 « Thu Jun 25, 2020 3:56 pm
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by Bud Delong » Thu Jun 18, 2020 10:05 am

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I know what Henry said but has anyone ever looked in the archives to see what the 15,000 000 gallons of Ford bought for the Model T S?? Did Ford supply oil to dealers,and if so what??? Thank You.Bud. :D

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Has anyone ever seen this on a Model T ? I have not seen any other reference to Valvoline oil being recommended by Ford Motor Company other than I found above in my previous post.
Henry Ford’s Model T arrived on the scene with a curiously specific warning on its dashboard:
“This car is filled with Valvoline light motor oil. We recommend its use....

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Last post by TRDxB2
Thu Jun 25, 2020 3:56 pm
Oillevel in Oilpan

Last post by OilyBill « Thu Jun 25, 2020 1:10 pm
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by ABoer » Mon Jun 22, 2020 6:20 am

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Last week someone send me an Oilpan to do some work on.
This pan has a dam .
What do you think about the Oil level .????
The dam is about one inch below the gasket surface
Thanks for your answer .
Toon
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The only thing that the pan may be good for is a wheely clown car. Like said it will retain way too much oil. You would be lucky if it would run much more than an idle because of the crankshaft running in oil. Many problems will arise. Billy, the horse shoe/s are the u shaped metal pieces that the inspection cover bolts are threaded into. No not...

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Last post by OilyBill
Thu Jun 25, 2020 1:10 pm
Slow high speed.

Last post by Mark Gregush « Thu Jun 25, 2020 1:09 pm
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by jaybee47 » Mon Jun 22, 2020 3:08 pm

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Made a shakedown run on a non-Ruckstell '24 TT. Acquired it a few years ago. Seller claimed engine and trans were rebuilt. Engines runs and sounds good. Low gear and reverse gear excellent. High gear not so good. Seems to not engage fully. Very very slow and unable to climb a slight slope even at full throttle. What might be the cause? Any tips to...

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spider cocoons Just a little upper lube when the eggs get smooshed! LOL

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Last post by Mark Gregush
Thu Jun 25, 2020 1:09 pm
Real Men Use Three Pedals

Last post by OilyBill « Thu Jun 25, 2020 1:08 pm
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by mngreen » Tue Jun 23, 2020 6:25 pm

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I was bored at work today... :twisted:

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I started out in a pedal car when I was 4.
And here I am back in one!

The car was mine, but I'm the one behind it in this picture. Love to have it now! :D rwlcar1945.jpg

You must have been king of the road with that beauty! Look at that long hood, with a hood ornament, even! And the rear wheel spats!!
DEEEELUXXE!.

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Last post by OilyBill
Thu Jun 25, 2020 1:08 pm
Can anyone identify these windshield stations?

Last post by FATMAN « Thu Jun 25, 2020 12:56 pm
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by FATMAN » Wed Jun 24, 2020 2:28 pm

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I am thinking early Chevrolet, but have no idea, thank you for the help, Bob

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Thank you, just had a gut in the shop that said the same thing, Bob

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Last post by FATMAN
Thu Jun 25, 2020 12:56 pm
1913-14 Fords

Last post by Rich Eagle « Thu Jun 25, 2020 11:36 am
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by Dollisdad » Thu Jun 25, 2020 2:55 am

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Good Stuff!
Thanks
Rich

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Last post by Rich Eagle
Thu Jun 25, 2020 11:36 am
Mag Ring Casting Number?

Last post by R.V.Anderson « Thu Jun 25, 2020 10:23 am
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by ModelTWoods » Tue Jun 23, 2020 10:50 am

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What is the casting number on the late mag ring, used until the end of production?

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As far as I have been able to tell from having rewound many thousands of field coils, all mag frames that have Made in Canada cast into them used the 3/16 copper. Further, on all of them, the height of the poles is considerably shorter than on US-made frames, so in rebuilding one of those you have got to be extra careful as there is very little...

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Last post by R.V.Anderson
Thu Jun 25, 2020 10:23 am
Fastenal shipping

Last post by Dale_mcm « Thu Jun 25, 2020 12:56 am
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by Dennis Prince » Wed Jun 24, 2020 8:33 pm

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I am working with another T guy trying to get a Muncie trans from Oregon to Virginia and he was told by the people at Fastenal that until further notice they will not be shipping anything in or out of the Northwest, I don't know why just that for now they aren't.

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Recently used freightquote.com to ship a KR Wilson pan jig. Price was probably cheaper than Fastenal.

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Last post by Dale_mcm
Thu Jun 25, 2020 12:56 am
How Tight Should Keyways Be In New Axles?

Last post by Willie R « Wed Jun 24, 2020 10:04 pm
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by Dan B » Mon Jun 22, 2020 5:35 pm

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I am on my second pair of new axles. The keyways on the first pair were not machined correctly so they sent me a new pair. The keyways on these measure .245-.246”. The Ford drawing specifies .247-.248”. This doesn’t sound like much of a difference but axle keys are nominally .250”.

The keys fit in the new axle shafts very tight and need to be...

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Just checked my new axles and new keys. No go...250.00 with shipping and still don't have a good set up.

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Last post by Willie R
Wed Jun 24, 2020 10:04 pm
Rear Inner Bearing - Oil or Grease?

Last post by Dan B « Wed Jun 24, 2020 9:04 pm
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by Dan B » Fri Jun 19, 2020 4:07 pm

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Prior to final assembly, does the rear axle inner bearing get packed with wheel bearing grease like the outer bearings or does it get dipped in rear axle gear oil?

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They call the 600w oil grease. Rear axle “grease”, 600W Oil. Heavy weight clinging type oil specifically made for the Model T rear end. I also read where some use #2 red grease on the bearings and thrust plates to keep things stuck together during assembly.

Yes, but this is different than cup grease which is typical wheel bearing grease. That...

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Last post by Dan B
Wed Jun 24, 2020 9:04 pm
Engine Splash/Dust Pans: Yea or Nay?

Last post by otrcman « Wed Jun 24, 2020 8:42 pm
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by paddy1998 » Tue Jun 23, 2020 12:21 pm

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As I prepare to pull the engine on my 1923ish Touring, I've found one of the more difficult things to do has been removing the splash pans.

I have had no love for these things ever since I had to fight with them when removing the Pitman arm from the steering shaft.

My question is: are they really necessary?

Would it be a big mistake to leave...

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My '12 has the engine pans installed. But for reasons a little different from what others have stated.

The exhaust pipe necessarily runs very close to the floorboards, beneath the passenger's feet. I believe that the engine pans increase air flow around the hogs head area. That flow keeps the floorboards a little cooler where the exhaust pipe is...

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Last post by otrcman
Wed Jun 24, 2020 8:42 pm
Keep 'er Kool

Last post by Kerry « Wed Jun 24, 2020 7:31 pm
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by 2nighthawks » Wed Jun 24, 2020 6:00 pm

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Participation in another thread where I mentioned the fact that air wash over a water-cooled engine also adds somewhat to the overall cooling of an engine, which is something I learned many years ago when I worked as a detail draftsman for a group of International Harvester mechanical engineers. That reminded me of something else I learned from...

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And that should be a reminder to those that paint the inside of a T engine with Glyptol

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Last post by Kerry
Wed Jun 24, 2020 7:31 pm
Keep 'er Kool

Last post by 2nighthawks « Wed Jun 24, 2020 5:59 pm

by 2nighthawks » Wed Jun 24, 2020 5:59 pm

Participation in another thread where I mentioned the fact that air wash over a water-cooled engine also adds somewhat to the overall cooling of an engine, which is something I learned many years ago when I worked as a detail draftsman for a group of International Harvester mechanical engineers. That reminded me of something else I learned from...

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Wed Jun 24, 2020 5:59 pm
Firewall/Cowl felt seal question

Last post by Scott_Conger « Wed Jun 24, 2020 5:18 pm
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by Scott_Conger » Tue Jun 16, 2020 3:52 pm

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I have a '23 Runabout, low firewall, steel, that I am certain should have a felt seal across the top and around the top corners that seals the firewall to the cowl.

NOTE: this is NOT a question regarding the hood lacing

There are 5 rivet holes across the top of the firewall which I believe had rivets which held this felt.

Can anyone provide a...

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I am going to investigate this material: or as a non-adhesive alternative to the suggestion of sealing with RTV. I really like the idea of being able to remove the firewall in the future. I suspect that this width will conform to the gentle curve necessary to follow the cowl contour, as well as maintain a resiliant and waterproof seal. We'll...

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Wed Jun 24, 2020 5:18 pm
Magneto coil gap.

Last post by John kuehn « Wed Jun 24, 2020 3:13 pm
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by ModelT46 » Tue Jun 23, 2020 5:15 pm

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Book states 20 to 40 thousands., with more gap of 6 to 10 thousands on lower side due to weight of the transmission. When can the gap be to much. I put in a new field coil. The transmission is a non starter one from about 1917. The field coil is a single stack. The coil and trans are now in. The gap ended up at 48 thosands at top and close to 60...

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Getting the mag gap is a trial and error adjustment when the engine is on the stand with the pan off. Add the shims then move the engine in the horizontal position to check if if the transmission weight changes the adjustment. If it does go back and add or remove shims accordingly. You can do it also by just installing the flywheel only and then...

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Wed Jun 24, 2020 3:13 pm
Montana 500 day 2 results

Last post by Dan McEachern « Wed Jun 24, 2020 11:36 am
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by Matth » Wed Jun 24, 2020 7:34 am

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2020 Day 2 Results

Rank Driver Name Hometown Car No. Time Avg. Speed Miles
1 Tom Carnegie Spokane, WA 4 8:26:29 54.37 459
2 Bill Mullins Spokane, WA 10 8:33:53 53.59 459
3 Jillian Robison Spokane, WA 16 8:37:37 53.21 459
4 Tony Cerovski Helena, MT 20 8:39:39 53.00 459
5 Dan Brown LaPorteCity, IA 9 8:44:38 52.49 459
6 Garrett Green Orange, CA 5...

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Watch out Tony- those ladies are gonna pass you one of these days!!! Congrats to everyone!

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Wed Jun 24, 2020 11:36 am
Gorgeous evening tour

Last post by TWrenn « Wed Jun 24, 2020 8:12 am
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by TWrenn » Mon Jun 22, 2020 8:54 pm

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Just too nice tonite to sit home. Too warm & muggy for the wife. Not for me. :D Told her gonna take Clara for a drive. (My '13, not another woman!) So I ended up down at the newly reworked combination city pier/dock/greenspace, complete with an ice cream wagon. Of course I just HAD to treat myself. Fantastic night. Clara purred like a kitten. Now,...

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Hey thanks y'all! It was a great evening. Seems the humidity was also just right, I swear these cars run better
when it's humid! Must be burning the hydrogen eh? LOL
Today I'm working up a lunch tour with the local gang of our club (many live way out of town) for tomorrow, there's a great little sandwich shop for lunch only at one of Sandusky's...

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Wed Jun 24, 2020 8:12 am
60th Montana 500 Started

Last post by KeithG « Tue Jun 23, 2020 11:25 pm
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by SurfCityGene » Tue Jun 23, 2020 5:23 pm

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Second day of the 2020 Montana 500 is now well underway with 4 cars out. Here is a link to some results and videos made by Mike Robison.

Unfortunately I had to return home after reaching Idaho Falls and getting a phone call that my wife had fallen and broke her hip and shoulder. She is doing OK but will have a rather long recovery. I had...

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Helena, MT

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Tue Jun 23, 2020 11:25 pm
Montana 500

Last post by FreighTer Jim « Tue Jun 23, 2020 9:24 pm
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by Matth » Tue Jun 23, 2020 6:24 am

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Day 1 results. Helena-Lincoln , Lincoln - Fairfield, Fairfield- Wolf Creek, Wolf Creek - Helena ( 1 extra leg for 1 mile construction between Lincoln and Fairfield)
Place
1. Tom Carnegie
2. Jillian Robison
3. Bill Mullins
4. Tony Cerovski
5. Dan Brown
6. Erica Cerovski
7. Garrett Green
8. Janet Cerovski
9. Mike Stormo
10. Rick Bonebright
11.Levi...

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GO TOM 🏆

FJ

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Tue Jun 23, 2020 9:24 pm
Phelps hub caps

Last post by Kevin Pharis « Tue Jun 23, 2020 7:46 pm
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by Les Schubert » Tue Jun 23, 2020 11:58 am

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I FINALLY have found a picture of the correct hub cap for these accessory wheels. I am looking at making them as zinc die cast (like the originals). If you are interested please let me know

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You tease...! No picture?

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Last post by Kevin Pharis
Tue Jun 23, 2020 7:46 pm
Michigan Jamboree Update

Last post by Brian D « Tue Jun 23, 2020 4:25 pm
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by Oldav8tor » Thu Jun 04, 2020 7:58 pm

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Things in Michigan are starting to loosen up and planning for the Michigan Jamboree in early August is going ahead. Additional announcements from the governor are expected in advance of the July 4th weekend and a final decision will be made at that time. Registrations are being accepted and in the event of cancellation, full refunds will be made....

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Michigan Jamboree, still taking registrations!

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Last post by Brian D
Tue Jun 23, 2020 4:25 pm
4th Main Alignment

Last post by Scott_Conger « Tue Jun 23, 2020 12:14 pm
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by ArthurB » Tue Jun 23, 2020 3:14 am

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I am installing a newly babbitted 4th main on a 1926 engine. It fits the shaft like a glove. The Ford manual and Chaffin book both say to adjust the alignment with shims between the hogshead and crankcase. Sure enough, with a little pressure on a prybar behind the hogshead it slides into alignment. My question: Is there any recommendation about...

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Dan

that's a great tip

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Tue Jun 23, 2020 12:14 pm
What is preventing my wire wheel hub from being removed?

Last post by Allan « Mon Jun 22, 2020 9:53 pm
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by Mark Nunn » Mon Jun 22, 2020 8:41 am

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One of my wheels has a little bit of in-out movement. This suggests that the nut is not on far enough to hold the outer bearing in place. My problem is that I cannot get the hub off the spindle because I can’t get the outer bearing off.

First, I tried to tighten the nut to adjust the bearing. But I could not budge the bearing even with a breaker...

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Mark, the RH bearing should have a LEFT hand thread. Before you pull the hub, try adjusting the bearing first to get rid of the play you found. You will need to turn the bearing counter clockwise to screw it further in.
Setting the running clearance on the bearings taks a bit of trial and error adjustment. First, I like to wind the outer bearing...

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Last post by Allan
Mon Jun 22, 2020 9:53 pm
TT top covering

Last post by Jeepbone1 « Mon Jun 22, 2020 9:49 pm
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by Rod Petrie » Sun Jun 21, 2020 9:02 am

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Not to long ago, someone posted pictures on redoing a TT top, I searched but can't seem to find it. Can anyone remember the name of the post? TT top gets me nowhere.

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To my knowledge, the only thing available right now in the “kits” is the cobra long grain material. I prefer the smooth material used on the open cars. As far as what’s supposed to be there, I have no idea. I haven’t seen a complete original truck with the original top still intact.

Brad

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Mon Jun 22, 2020 9:49 pm
Advice or opinion

Last post by fordt « Mon Jun 22, 2020 9:23 pm
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by fordt » Sat Jun 20, 2020 7:17 pm

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Setting up the pedals on my 27 hogshead with new cams and looking at pedal alignment. Have Rocky brakes with a homemade pedal (crafted looking at an original, using a wide pedal head). SO, I know I can heat and bend pedals where I want them, but this is bending against the main spine of the pedals. Also, since reverse is probably the least used...

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Thanks to all, got things more evened up and aligned today. As an aside and a possible tip, I cut some conduit to use as a spacer to hold the pedals up solid against the cams. Made it a little easier to heat and bend the pedals to their final resting place.

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Last post by fordt
Mon Jun 22, 2020 9:23 pm
Steering bracket removal

Last post by Allan « Mon Jun 22, 2020 9:19 pm
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by Bill Robinson » Thu Jun 18, 2020 1:01 pm

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I am removing the bushing in the steering bracket of a '27 steering column. My question: once the Steering Arm and Ball (aka pitman arm) and bracket bolts are removed, is it possible to remove the bracket without removing the entire steering column from the car?

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Bill, you have done well. That kind of work fits well with doing the best you can with limited resources. Even if you are a bit off, it's going back on a worn shaft, so you couldn't have done much better.

Allan from down under.

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Mon Jun 22, 2020 9:19 pm
Replacing Odometer Dials on a Stewart Model 160 Speedometer

Last post by DontKnowMuch « Mon Jun 22, 2020 8:42 pm

by DontKnowMuch » Mon Jun 22, 2020 8:42 pm

I would like to know if plastic odometer dials can replace pot metal odometer dials in a later Stewart Model 160 (?) speedometer.

I have what I believe is a later Model 160 speedometer with pot metal dials, a nice face without a date code, and a nice case/bezel. The face has SPEED under the speedometer dial instead of MILES PER HOUR as on other...

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Mon Jun 22, 2020 8:42 pm
Is this too dangerous to keep as is?

Last post by Dennis Fleming « Mon Jun 22, 2020 7:42 pm
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by TBones12 » Tue Jun 16, 2020 1:38 pm

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The tie rod is about 1/8 to 1/4 at the most from the wishbone. I would think that over time it would bend or break.

The only solution I see is taking the steel steering shaft to my welder and having him extend the shaft about an inch.

Do any of you know what to do or think it is too dangerous to let go.

This is a 1912 torpedo restoration....

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If the wishbone orientation is incorrect and not installed correctly then the answer to the tittle and question of this thread is absolutely YES!!
The gap between the drag link and wishbone is far less worrisome period!
Please be safe.

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Last post by Dennis Fleming
Mon Jun 22, 2020 7:42 pm
Oil weight

Last post by Bud Delong « Mon Jun 22, 2020 6:30 pm
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by MWalker » Tue Jun 16, 2020 4:33 pm

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No, this isn’t a “what kind of oil should I use?” post. I use Pennzoil 10w-30. I have some jugs of 5w-20 which I bought to use in a modern Mercury that I later sold. If I mix the two, will I have 7.5w-25, or doesn’t it work that way?

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I use a lot of Rotella 15-40 in many engines but not in our stem wind model T s :D Bud.

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Last post by Bud Delong
Mon Jun 22, 2020 6:30 pm
My 88th birthday June 21

Last post by John Warren « Mon Jun 22, 2020 5:59 pm
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by ModelT46 » Sat Jun 20, 2020 4:39 pm

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The 21st is my 88th birthday. I have a fun day planned. I am healthy and active. And will take a day off from my usual activiities. On Monday, I am changing the field coil on my 1910, but today will seek out other fun things.

Darel Leipold

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Happy Birthday Darel, Dad will also be 88 in a month. Great to hear your still going...........and going ......... :P

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Last post by John Warren
Mon Jun 22, 2020 5:59 pm
Suggestions: moving a car with no engine.

Last post by JRSpada4 « Mon Jun 22, 2020 4:02 pm
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by JRSpada4 » Mon Jun 22, 2020 10:46 am

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I’m going to be pulling the engine in my 24 Runabout for an overhaul. Due to limited space in the shop, I’m going to have to move the rest of the car to another location while the engine is being worked on. My question is this: With the engine out, should I be concerned about the front and rear axles not having that solid link to the center of the...

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Thanks for all the suggestions, everyone. I thought I was in the clear for moving it, but figured I’d better check first. I’ll be sure to tie up the loose dangling bits and then strap it down to the trailer front to back and back to front.

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Mon Jun 22, 2020 4:02 pm
14 mm spark plugs

Last post by John kuehn « Mon Jun 22, 2020 3:48 pm
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by Jfmarkham » Mon Jun 22, 2020 3:42 pm

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A while back I bought the 14 mm plug adapters but Lange don't tell you what plug you should use anyone using a 14 mm plug if so what make and number

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Lang’s list 14mm spark plugs along with the 14mm plug adapters. They are Autolite plugs. They list them on their web site and catalogue.

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Mon Jun 22, 2020 3:48 pm

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