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Yesterday a young man named Jackson stopped by to look at a couple of old cars in a parking lot.

A Model T and a Whippet Roadster.

Lucky 🍀 for him Miss Kathy was there.

Jackson ended up spending probably an hour or so visiting with her and got his first ride in a Model T.

It was my first time meeting Kathy and her husband James Coburn (who...

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I want to replace some wrist pin bushings in the cast pistons of a 26 engine.I just bought the bushings on Ebay for 20 bucks free shipping. I am reading about a reamer is not good and honing to fit is best. Is this done with a brake cylinder hone or what?
thanks for your help

Any information on 2020 Hill Billy Tour in Missouri would be appreciated. Thanks

Howdy,

I have a 1913 Runabout, the vendors do not sell a top for this car, suggestion was to try a 1914 Runabout top. Has anyone any knowledge/experience with a 1913 Runabout top and trying the 1914 top?

I thought about CarTouche making me a 1914 and leaving extra material along the outer edges, can have my local upholstery shop fit, sew and...

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This month project. Improve my main bearing Babbitting fixture.
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While restoring the hogs head for the speedster project, I found a neat accessory item in my parts stash. I have only seen two of these and I have both of them .. I think I understand how it fits into the hogs head. It appears to be an item to achieve the same effect as a long low speed pedal shaft when using quick change bands. ??? The early long...

I need someone to inspect and possibly pay for a fender in a barn in New Hampshire for me. Anyone out there? It’s the fender on the far left.

Where can I buy a few sets of copper manifold crush rings in bulk. I'd like about three sets. I see the vendors sell the rings and glands in sets but I want the copper rings only. I am not interested in the type that are shaped to enter the manifold and block. Just the ordinary copper rings.

While looking for some KD info I stumbled across this. I had not seen it before.
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I admit it’s this way at my house :lol:

Cleaning up in the shop I came across one of those spurious parts Henry warned us about.

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I didn't cut the bag open and take out this top clamp screw but I think you can see it pretty well. I wonder if anybody can post a picture of an original to show how close this reproduction comes. I'm guessing not very.

Cleaning up a differential casting and found block letters instead of usual Ford script. Has anyone seen this or is this a spurious part?

Hi all, l am at the point of bolting the body down on the 20 coupe I've been working on since 2011. It seems to me that the tank is to high for the seat, so I looked back at the pictures I took while taking it apart and it looks like that is the way it was. So wondering if there is someone out there with the oval tank under the seat in a coupe...

I’m trying to buy a pair of front fenders from a guy on Craigslist in Pella Iowa. He doesn’t have email and can’t take pictures and the ones on the listing are poor. He’s not a T guy either. So I need someone to look over these fenders before I buy them and have them sent to Rochester NY.

After years of wondering if my Idea for a moncole windsheild was doable,I finally found a picture of 1. What would you use for windwo channel? I am thinking of finding a old car side window and taking the bottom off of it and making some cuts to make the angles and weld it back up.Then a glass shop could glue in the safety glass just like a car...

I know many of you also work on A’s, so I figured I might get a quick answer here.

I’m looking for a paint code for the green that was used on Model A engines. I don’t have a good sample to match. Please post it here and / or email me. Thanks!

I would like to thank Mr. Joe Bell for allowing me to purchase a RHD hogshead that he had.

I am attempting to build a somewhat unique 2 person boattailed roadster/speedster (RHD, suicide doors, removable hardtop & some other modern amenities).

I am presently assembling the drive train. 0916191721-00.jpg

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Hello,

New member here from Columbus Ohio. I recently came upon an opportunity to own one of two 1925 model T's. The cost is the same for me, one is a Depot Hack that appears to have started life as a tudor or fordor and hasn't run for 2 years or so. The other is a touring car that I do not have any pictures of yet, but it should be in relatively...

So I bought the metal plate from Lang's that you use to hold the engine by the water inlet and two pins that look like they fit where 2 of the engine pan bolts go. Am I supposed to drill out holes in the plate so the arms on my engine stand bolt up to it? The stand is a Northern tool version that has adjustable arms on it that would normally go on...

I'm rebuilding some 1912 Heinze coils and am using the new primary and secondary windings you can buy from the vendors. I had a new winding left over from an old batch I bought and put together a coil. I potted one coil before checking it (my stupid mistake) and of course, it didn't work at all. I did check the secondary before I took it apart and...

Here is something for you bored out of your gourd folks! Long winters etc. The key to any custom body is having your components in place, ergonomic in design, and nice lines. Building from a buck with a spine (that's the center board) and branching out with ribs to follow is enjoyable to me and really does not take as much as you would think. This...

Im looking for Mike Strachan In Abbotsford BC I have a phone number but I cant made it work. He owns a Canadian 1912 touring I would like to get pictures of as there are not many examples . Thanks Cheers Colin from Winnipeg MB

Okay, I spent the last hour trying to figure out where there are pictures of a car lot of Model Ts near San Diego California. The cars are all outside, but basically complete.

Who knows what I am talking about? I would love to rediscover the photos.

Matt

Will have to take some better photos later but you get the general idea.

I have about 25 of these alternators (Mitsubishi, Hitachi, ND) very small. They even fit under the hood of a brass era car.

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Per post in facebook. Jerry is driving a different Model T this week. Good for you Jerry. The Model T involved in the accident will be repaired and put back on the road. Good news for Christmas.

I am sharing this info with all of you, so please print and save for your records. We did not invent the use of the Datsun B 210 oil pump, just added a lot of improvements as we progressed. My Dad and I some years back had to purchase all the North American stock of the pumps to secure it's future production. They were getting low request at that...

One of the tasks undertaken to return Henrietta to service was the fitting of new rear axle seals and lined brake shoes. There was so much grease and gritty stuff clogging up the works that one side was almost filled.

There was evidence that the right hand side shoes and springs had been scraping, either on the drum or the accumulated crud. I...

Hi Does anyone have an approx weight of a 1915 engine and transmission?

Thanks
Mike

I’m pulling my roadster out of mothballs. The last time I saw it, the carburetor had varnished up, and I’m expecting the gas tank to be similar. Is there an effective cleaning solution I can do at home? I know MEK worked, but it’s illegal in my state. Any suggestions are appreciated.

I completed the seat cushion assembly a month ago but ran into some trouble with the back assembly kit. Then we got cold weather early so I couldn’t do anything in my unheated garage here in Rochester. So I asked a local shop to fix my messed up job.

I had to order another back kit as there were too many holes in the first one. The upholstery...

Was wondering how many where ever made? I still come across then every once in while. Thanks !

Here is a nice little brochure I just added to the collection. I just love all the artwork in these old brochures and ads.

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Hi All
What type of Moore do I have here and what is missing please
Cheers
Andrew

I've been messing around with Model T's off and on for over 50 years. I never got asked these questions till the other day, maybe somebody knows the answer. What does a stock 1926 coupe weigh? And with a standard rearend, what is the engine RPM at normal crusing speed 25-35 MPH. Thanks

Hi,
my 1921 Pick-ups gearbox have collapsed by most likely use of incorrect material for the triple gear bushings, so that it have had severe wear resulting in broken teeth and then total failure when the broken teeth ended up in the mesh.
I have obtained another good set of drums and triplegears that have worked together, and now I am controling...

Hi,

Take a look at this short video: (Im speaking danish, but I say it's bad that the rivets are loose)

Can I save this by trying to heat the rivets individually (somehow) and hammer them so when they cool it will be tight again? Or what does one do?
(Apart from finding another)

The original upholstry on my garage find Model T has been covered, but is not too bad. This specific question is about the kick panel upholstry. It is very dirty. Has anyone tried to wash or launder old upholstry of this type before? I guess nothing ventured, nothing gained, so hand washing with Woolite or something like that might work. What has...

I bought a new brass drive shaft bushing. It has a shallow groove machined in it that runs 90% of the length of the bore. What's the purpose of this groove?

I purchased a Model T truck some time back, along with various parts. I have a header and exhaust pipe, the mounting holes match the Model T manifold.
My question is this, if I decide to use it, what type of carburetor would I run?

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I want to connect the gas line up to my gas tank in my 11 but I do not have a shut off valve. I do have a reproduction shut off valve for at the carb that I got from Langs. What fitting and thread size is needed at the tank sediment bulb to connect to the gas line? Art

Anyone out there have a good example of a cardboard winter front? These were mid-twenties usually had an advertisement on the front. I’m looking for a good hi resolution photo straight on for the graphics.

Thought you folks would enjoy this 1926 T with the snow track. This was displayed at WAAAM today. They recently got it running with a Ruxstell and are now waiting for some snow to see how it handles.

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What is the proper dimension of the holes for the oilers? Or what is the proper way to install the flip top reproductions? They seem to be to big to tap into the original holes.

My wife and I are in Los Angeles to film an episode for the Discovery Channel tomorrow. Came upon this mural in a parking garage a block from our hotel.

In my post on a new coil tester @jab35 enquired about an electronic speedometer and/or rev counter for the model T.

I was thinking about this overnight and have decided this would be a fairly simple thing to do, but I'm not sure if it's anything of significant interest to others or not?

FWIW, as I like things to be 'period', I'm not sure how...

I mocked up the parts for my 26 today.I have yet to see how these seats are covered.I need to know that so when it comes time to assemble everything I wont ruin cushions or anything. After what I paid to get the seat done for the pickup,I am a bit skeered of what this 1 will cost. I better start picking up cans! :shock: :lol:

Have inherited a 1914 Model T I believe and am trying to find out more info on it. The engine number suggests that it is a 1922-1923. Looking to see if I can get a value on it and figure out what exactly I have here. Thanks Jon 45AAE373-7199-4A56-AB78-E8EBEABF191A.jpeg 76D0666D-8A57-4A0B-88CB-CA730D037273.jpeg...

This probably isn’t even automotive related but my cousin found this old tool and we can’t figure it out. I told him somebody here would know.

I am looking for that diagram of the front end alignment.
I have seen it before but don't know where to find it.

Thanks

Herb

A very short clip of the famous T.E. Lawrence 'of Arabia' driving a model T at Wadi Rum in the Western Desert in Egypt during World War 1:

Enjoy while it lasts :D

Hi, I am failing the intelligence test of how to put the carb adjustment rod through the firewall. How does it go through that little slot? Fork side through or handle side through? How? At what angle? See pictures.

Questions for those who know speedometers.

What kinds of speedometers would have been used on an 18 roadster? (no dash to mount it to).
Is there someone in the club who rebuilds and sells complete setups including cables and gears?

Anyone have photos to share of what some of these would look like installed on a roadster without a dash?

Thanks...

Dear fellow Model T experts, I need some advice.
After putting in new pistons and valves, I’m having a hard time starting my car. I pulled the plugs and hand turn the motor until the first plug fires. It seem that the piston has traveled to far down at this point.
What am I doing wrong?
I have a mark at TDC, on the crank and it appears to be past...

I stopped at my friends auto parts/starter,generator, alternator repair store this morning, just to say hi. He said he had something for me and pointed to two T starters, and a generator on the floor. He said a fellow brought them in and asked if they wanted them, otherwise they were going to scrap! My friend said he knew someone with two T's who...

How many T owners use a Ford Faithful transmission inspection door auxiliary oiling kit; either an original or a new reproduction? I know that many are going to say forget it and use one of the new high volume kits that require drilling the hogshead, but if you don't want to ruin a hogshead and you want to be period correct, one of these is a...

Would someone care to assist me in finding the topic of What have you done to your T in December - hell if I can find it ! I'm finishing up a project on the '14.

Are there still any good tire discount deals with any of the T tire vendors? I think there some big discounts or incentives a month or so ago, are those still available. Looking for for new set of 30x3.5 clincher tires. Thanks, Mike

I have never changed one, but I am looking for the dos / don'ts and how tos . Any help / advice would be greatly appreciated. This is on a RHD. I would think that the bushings would be the same? Thanks in advance.

I found this post card in my Dads stuff is this T still on display and is this Museum still around. Just wandering cheers Colin 12.png 11.png

How much wear is too much on a u-joint before it is worn out?

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I try to minimize these types of posts but I have no clue on these brackets. Iif somebody knows what they were meant for, much appreciated. I'm helping a buddy on his Model T project and these came with it. Just sorting things out. Thanks in advance.

Where can I buy this? Is there a vendor or supplier that sells this?

Hey all, I have an opportunity to buy a RAJO head. After talking with a few people, we believe it is a model B or a C35 head. It missing the intake, exhaust etc. The rocker and valve assemblies are all there though. I can fabricate most everything but I’m most curious about pushrods. Are they available? Are they hard to find?

Here are a couple...

Hi......Is Larry Streeter on this forum ?

Questions for those who know speedometers.

What kinds of speedometers would have been used on an 18 roadster? (no dash to mount it to).
Is there someone in the club who rebuilds and sells complete setups including cables and gears?

Anyone have photos to share of what some of these would look like installed on a roadster without a dash?

Thanks...

Found this my stash of stuff, thought you guy would like to see it. Box says it is a spare tire lock for 1926 Ford.
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Look what is on the box.
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I trial fitted my radiator on my 1911 that has the engine and front spring already installed and of course the front cross member has spread and the outside of the frame is 23 1/4 so the radiator will not fit down over the frame and the radiator mounting holes are also too far apart. I have read the posts about straightening the front cross member...

Hello from a long time reader, but new poster to the forum.

I have the good fortune to own a 1926 Roadster that originally came from Douglasville GA to New Zealand in about 2012 or thereabouts. It was sold via Streetside Classics of Atlanta, possibly on behalf of Henry (Doug) McClain of Douglasville.

I understand Mr McClain had some work...

I orded a plastic kit to rebuild the coul box on my 26 from Langs quite a while ago and it was backordered. I was advised to call some other suppliers but lost track of time and have been busy at work so just didnt get it done. I recieved an email from langs stating they changed suppliers and have mine ready to ship. I called today and it has been...

Anybody know where I can buy restored or unrestored 1922 or 1923 license plates from any of the Canadian provinces, Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec or Saskatchewan? Want to mount it to a Canadian built T.

What keeps 2 wrench valve lifters from backing off. I can see that with a lock nut they are more apt to stay in adjustment.

I took this project on as the Gentleman was at an end. No one could do it, odd armature, twisted, etc. I like a challenge anyway, keeps your brain from becoming mush.

These are rare ducks in my opinion as I have seen ones similar but this one is a Cadillac. I am posting this to maybe help another.

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I am having a discussion with a friend and we would like to know if the 1909-10 brackets were originally made out of cast brass or pressed steel and brass plated. I have seen them both ways. It seems to me that originally they were brass plated steel. Can anyone shed light on this?

More years ago than I care to admit, we bought the place next door as both a financial investment (rent the upstairs and basement suite) and a lifestyle investment (nice garage in the back yard for you know who). The rental happened soon enough but I never got around the building the playhouse out back until last fall. We excavated for the...

Do you use a press to press out the big gear? One drum is cracked. Thanks IMG_1273.JPG

I am going to paint my current project Carmine Red.

Can anyone help with where I can find a color chip, and/or a color code?

Any help is appreciated.

Thanks.

Which are more highly recommend, Lucas (from Snyder's) or Universal brand?

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I always thought it was a great-looking TT. Anybody know where it is now?

1915 Touring.

If anyone has the interest to read this ford book from late

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Greetings.
My '23 Model T was converted by the previous owner to 12 volts, with a single coil and distributor. It still has the stock Generator and cutout, which he says he never got the chance to regulate so as to charge sufficiently for 12 volts. I see that Langs and several others carry a replacement cutout specially designed for a 12 volt...

Snowbird invitation.

As many people visit Florida for the Holidays or for the entire winter the Suncoast T Club wants to invite you to visit. Our members are basically in Pinellas County (St. Petersburg, Clearwater and such).

We have regular club events on each 2nd Saturday of each month. If you are in the area for a spell or passing through...

It is with a very heavy heart I have to say that we lost a GREAT member on December 8th 2019.
Jim Mastroberti of Carlstadt NJ will be sorely missed by the North Jersey Tinker T's as well as anyone who as ever spent any time with him .
Jim was by the far the most active member of any club he was in and I think he was in 5 clubs .
He would...

Here are three more original Model T photo antique shop finds. The notation on the back of the bus photo is interesting. It reads, “Calling on Miss Marion Wood & her father in Lakeland, Fla.”

Have a 1927 roadster. Can I replace the hogshead felt gasket without pulling the engine? Thanks, Chuck

I would like to convert my 1921 Kerosene tail light to electric without butchering the burner. Are there any kits available?

I have a strange issue with my rocky mountain brakes. I had them on the car for many years, and late last year they started to be hard to stop. Previously they were crisp and positive braking on the pedal.The car became hard to stop and required a hard pedal. Last fall I changed out the bands on them hoping it was a lining issue, and there has...

Trying to figure out why my newly restored engine doesn't idle well while driving and to keep it from starving, I have to keep it reved higher than I should. I am thinking it may be an intake leak. Also the motor does not accelerate good even in the garage. It coughs and stumbles trying to rev the motor. I'd like to hear what others say before I...

A friend has a timer relocater, I guess. He was calling it a distributor but says you reuse the four original coils with it, so I'm guessing it must be a relocater(or?). I'm thinking about going to have a look at it. Anybody running one? You like it? Seems like a good idea to me. :?: