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From those of you who have tried both, I'm curious as to what differences I can expect if I swap out my 11 tooth pinon gear for a 10 tooth. In addition to performance, what did it do to your gas mileage?

On the old forum a gentleman by the name of Jay Skinner posted a copy of a blueprint for a oil pan, unfortunately it was to blurred to read, I’ve been trying to get these dimensions in hope of building my own pan jig, Would like to purchase a copy of the blueprint or purchase a pdf file which I would take to a print shop and have a full size...

My earlier post about Canadian improved car accessory bumpers got me thinking about other accessory differences between USA and Canadian/import model T's. I know there was a different stop/tail light but have never seen one, or may have seen one but didnt know what it was. If someone could post some pictures I would like to see them. Besides stop...

Hello everyone. Thanking about changing my pinion gear.I've got a 11tooth pinion and a 40 tooth ring gear can I use a 10 tooth pinion on the 40 tooth ring gear. Thanks in advance Harold

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Hi folks,

I’ve found a great source for hard-to-find bolts and screws, both in steel or brass. Best of all, no minimum quantities when ordering. Quality is better than that sold at the big box stores. Plus, they ship fast, too.

I am not associated with them in any way, just a happy customer.

John

I'm about to replace the front spring, perches, shackles, etc on my 24 Touring and am wondering about this spring clip configuration on the car and whether it is stock.

All the forensic evidence points to this car as having been revived during WW2. What I believe they did was take a pretty much rust-free, thoroughly orginal (paint and all) 24 T...

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I often see photos posted sideways like this one of Chady Attaberry and Ed Emerson. If you click on it, you'll see it correctly oriented. But I've found that I can make the thumbnail appear correctly when I post it. The sideways problem invariably affects photos in a vertical format. So before I post a vertical shot I rotate it 90º...

Am asking knowledgeable T'ers if this is a 1919. Will post a total of 8 pictures. All comments appreciated and valued. Thank you.

I’ve noticed that NH’s all have the ID tag, regardless if it’s a Holley or Ford tag, or a Model F, the tag where that if you are holding the carburetor in your hand it is legible right side up but the Kingstons are always upside down do that you can read them while standing over it with it installed. Not a big deal except they all seem to be...

The MTFCA and Model T Museum are very grateful to be selected to participate in the Wayne County Foundation (Richmond IN) 2019 Challenge Match! The Foundation will match donations made during the grant period up to $10,000 (their highest level).
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There are specific guidelines for donations to receive...

Happy birthday tomorrow Marines past and present, Semper Fi!

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Everything cure out nicely so got up this morning and finished up. Just some draw filing with a good, sharp file (not the one you loan your brother in law or neighbor) is required. Remember that this is hard again so take your time cleaning your file with a brush. The JB Weld will cause it to plug up to, but comes right out with a wire brush. If...

Has someone here researched Benson Ford Archives to know whether supplier invoices for a given model year are stored together in a directory? If so, then is it be possible to identify all suppliers of record of a given component for that model year? I'm told (I do not know this first hand) that there were some seven different horn suppliers who...

Well I was able to get started on this for you folks so here we go!

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Here are the original dimensions we are going for. For our purposes, I am using a cut off driveshaft from a Warford mod.

You will also want to keep an eye out for 1 1/4 commercial banding strap as it is .030 vs 3/4 is normally .020 .

Here you folks go on a simple but functional rear mounting bracket.

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Can someone tell me if using 1912-13 long style clamp plates on my flywheel and the newer single stack mag ring could cause any problems with mag output or timing? I know this seems like a strange question but I am trying to figure out a strange problem with my mag out put. My magnets are strong, mag ring rebuilt, gap correct, little to no crank...

Hello
While making a research with Google I found, on your 2010 Forum, an equipment which I am in need.

It appear that this same Dash Light was also used in the cockpit of the Douglas C-47 aircraft and, while in the process of restoring one of these aircraft I need to find three Dash lights.

I know that it's an old equipment but, perhaps,...

Folks, this radiator came with my un-assembled model t. I'm trying to locate a radiator cap to fit. Thought a 28-29 model A cap would fit, but this is 16 tpi, and the model A is 18 tpi. Note the diamond pattern cooling fins. Hose connections appear to be in the right spot for a T. Any suggestions on sourcing a cap, besides making one? Thanks for...

Will be posting soon since bad weather is coming. Some have sent me private emails concerning problems so I am writing a thread that should cover everything. Complete with pictures, etc.

Hank

This is to inspire others as it did me many years ago. Here in dim dar hills, kids used old car hoods as sleds when it snowed so they were all rotted out anyway laying in the hollow's. Taking an old go-kart and pimping it for our Grand God-Children so when they so up, spoiling begins! Sectioning metal was the old way of sprint making as many did...

I purchased a 1926 nickel radiator shell that was wrapped in rags and then wrapped in duct tape in 1979. The tape caused a stain on the finish that doesn’t wipe off. What product would be safe to polish it out? The staining is just dull areas.

I randomly came across this video and it brought a smile while having my coffee:

Jeff

Does any one have a clear view or cutaway showing the proper installation of a radiator on a 1926 T ? I have a Ford manual but the photos aren’t clear as to the correct layout of all the Layers of parts starting with the fenders on up to the crown nut.

Are their instructions anywhere for installing AC brakes?

Hi I just picked up a TT truck that has the early style rear end with the raised bead. It needs total restoration. No motor...I assume it has the low gearing, just how slow are they?

I'm wondering if I should put effort into finding a high speed gear set. I'd like to know what to expect before I get to deep into fixing it up

Thanks Mike

THAT WAS A HOOT, SOME OF THOSE GUYS LOOK LIKE THEY WERE WITH FORD ON THE ORIGINAL ASSEMBLY LINE.

Last week I started the rebuild of an English 1912 engine.
I can't identify the band linig that is on the transmission bands.
Maybe someone out there can help me?
Where can I find this lining?

The lining is not wood or kevlar but looks like usual brake lining.

I saw this kind of lining about ten years before on an unknown 1926 engine. See...

Just ping from my poor memory, but I believe they had Himico in raised letters. If you search long enough you should be able to find a picture. Model T haven had a very complete engine not too long ago. Good luck, fascinating motors !

I heard that Larry Sigworth of Bartlesville Oklahoma had passed away but that is not verified. He has been the M.C. at the Speedster runs in Lincoln Nebraska for many years. He is famous for very authentic Paco bodied Speedster.

These turned out so pretty I thought I'd post a photo.

Are are a set of adjustable main jets for Zenith JP5A carbs. This is about the 4th version of the design, they all work but I have been trying to make them smaller and less obtrusive.

Going to England for a new speedster build.

ZOOM ZOOM!!!!

As you can tell, photography is not my long...

I've put a couple hundred miles on the new T motor so I changed the oil today and found these 3 little bits in the drain plug. They are all 0.036 thick, and magnetic, so it's not Babbitt. Any ideas? Other than that, it looked great.

Hi everyone, my father passed away in April and I'm selling his estate. There are still model T parts, frames, Fenders, and head lamp glass that I'm trying to sell. I'm new to this forum, so have no idea how this works, but we are at his house in spanaway, Washington every Saturday to get it all done. I can send pictures, but didn't know how to...

JUST PUT ALL NEW TIRES & TUBES ON MY 1913 TOURING T. THE SLOW LEAKS ARE DRIVING ME BONKERS, EVEREY FEW WEEKS THE PRESSURE IS DOWN ON ALL. I'M THINKING OF USING STOP LEAK / FLAT RERAIR COMPOUND. ANY THOUGHTS WILL BE MOST APPREECIATED. THANKS, PAUL

I thought some of you would want an update about Leon. A paragraph from his obituary at: is shown below:

“Mr. Leon M. Parker – May 25,1945 to Sep 22, 2019

Leon's love and passion was his 6 Model T's. He was a lifelong member of the Model T Club of America and was a respected member for his knowledge of the T. He drew the re-wooding plans for...

Been a long time but I thought I would update on another Montier find, or at least why it will remain hidden.
Many of you may be aware of the story of the Schlumpf brothers who amassed a collection of cars, mostly Bugattis, in France which were then confiscated by the French government after their textile mills went out of business in the 1970s....

Hi, I recently got my dads 1928 Chevy Doodlebug running/ driving after years of sitting. After some research I’ve come to find out that the rear axle is from a Ford Model TT. This was apparently pretty common in the tractor conversions due to the gear reduction. I can’t seem to find what type of modern gear oil I should be using for the worm gear...

November 11th (originally Armistice Day) commemorates the end of World War I, when the guns fell silent at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918. In the U.S. it is now observed as Veterans Day, which honors all who served in the Armed Forces. In the Commonwealth countries, it is Remembrance Day, in memory of those who gave their...

Would one of these work better than an NH?

A friend of mine showed me some pictures of Model Ts he saw this fall on the Chama Highway near Echo Canyon.
I was curious who was on Tour from Kansas in this very scenic area of our State.
Thanks
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During my searches of French sites (keep it out of the gutter....... ;) ), I kept coming across a Ford in the twenties competing in hill climbs and other events. Finally, I noticed this twenties Ford ran a hill climb that the Ford Special ran in 1911. I thought i'd compare times, and see how a later day T did vs. one of the special engines (the...

On the 27 engine I rebuilt, I am running 80 thousands oversize pistons. This morning I discovered the reason for the pounding I was experiencing when I 1st started up the engine. The top circumferenceof the pistons are hitting the edges of the Riccardo head I installed. I am thinking I can remove the Ricardo head and re install the Ford head that...

I was able to upload my video of the transmission to youtube. Never did that before...hope you can get it.
This is in regard to my car being in gear all the time. Thanks. Try this link. It works for me.

....was recommended to me by MTFCA Director Steve Hughes. We both own an ‘11 Hupp and it’s engineering characteristics are considerably different than our beloved T’s. I remember this excellent compilation of Brass Car tips being available decades ago but not recently. A google search found it on Amazon.com (of course) but I stumbled upon the...

I’m helping a guy get a car running after 15 years. It starts and runs smooth. It has this after market head. I am assuming it is a higher compression. I think it is a “Giant” brand. When doing a compression test what PSI reading should I get? Thanks

Rustitus ( rust eye tus)

With much unscientific study, a disease has been identified afflicting many Americans.

The symptoms are:
Do you need to spend an hour sorting though antique car photos and old car parts piles on your phone just to find a photo of a family member?

Do you stop while driving in country to stare with a slow drool at an...

Hello everyone,

I just inherited a very neglected 1925 Touring T. I hope to make it enjoyable again. I just got the engine to run (quite rough, but running for a couple of minutes). Unfortunately the car seems to be in gear all the time.
I took off the transmission cover and tried to adjust the low gear bands, but it seemingly made no...

What do you guys think about this? I kinda think this is T abuse.

Our model t era swap meet will be held nov 9th. 9-3 pm in Owatonna,mn
All spaces are free, heated indoor spaces available. Everyones a vendor. Bring
Something, anything to swap or no ribs for you. For more details/ lodging info contact us
Here or via the Mark Cameron FAcebook page.

I have a 1922 Center Door. I have the new windshield glass, but I am having trouble removing the old glass. I cannot free the glass from the thin channel that is holding on the windshield frame.

Short of braking the glass and taking it out in pieces, anyone have a better method?

Rich

Found theses with a bunch of Model T parts I purchased. No Clue! what they are ????

Thanks
Mike

Here are a couple of questions pertaining to 1909-10 runabouts:
#1: Did all roadsters come with a mother-in-law seat on the rear toolbox? If not, than does anyone have any period photos of one without the seat?

#2: Does anyone know what was used as a latch for the rear toolbox (under the mother-in-law seat) on the 09-10 roadster? So exactly what...

This rebuilt starter just showed up in the mail the other day. It looks great and cannot wait to get it installed. One of the last parts before getting her started. The radiator and hood goes on this weekend then the upholsterer gets the car for a while. I hope to start her up in December.

By the way, I didn't get and invoice, should I just...

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I'm assisting a daughter of an elderly Model T guy that is attempting to relocate dad into a 'home'.This 'kit' is in the tail end of his T collection
and she'd like to see it find a use. The two big C shapes were not in the box with the others, They may not even belong to the same car. It was purchased as a kit in Texas some years ago.

It seems you get a page not found message.
It has been that way for a couple of days.
Just passing this along to help.

Is there a reason that the original bushings and discs fot the drive shaft and the rear axles are not reproduced in babbitt as the original parts were? If the original parts lasted 100 yrs and then started to disintegrate, it seems like it would be good to reproduce them again with new babbitt. The bronze parts have not been around near as long...

What type of windshield glass should go into the model t? Regular double pane?

I thought to be on a Tour the glass has to be a certain type?

Thank you in advanced.

Bob

When was the change made in the radiator shell for the hood lace. I have two high radiator shells, both painted steel. One has round holes, the other has square holes to run the hood lace through. I am wondering which one is correct for a 1925.

I've been looking online at a car out of state. The vehicle has a PA title with a number C10,xxx,xxx (x's added for your protection!). I know from looking at other postings that Canadian cars have the C prefix, but I didn't think they went into the millions. The car is in storage with an estate situation, so we haven't got a look at the stamping #...

Just picked up the wheels for our 1926 TT after having them soda blasted, All of the spokes are very tight but, the cleaning process did leave them with some missing material and being very rough. When the spokes are tight, are they safe to use? Bondo wood filler followed by paint? I've already had the detachable rims zinc plated and have mounted...

When did the TT cab have the Ford script above the rear window. I picked up a cab today with Ford above the window but not sure of the year. It is identicle to my 26 cab with no script.
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Did you know that the Cleveland Institute of Art is housed in a former Model T assembly building? According to the November issue of Hemming Classic Car, in December 1911 Ford began building assembly plants in major cities across the country. This allowed more cars to be built, lowered shipping costs, and delivered better customer service and...

1924 numbered engine that has 3/8 pipe plugs where the freeze plugs would be.
Is this a replacement engine
it is in a power unit that was used to power a cider mill.
Thanks. Bill

When tight do the 4 rim lugs have a gap from the wheel or do they contact it ? I do not want to over tighten.

John

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Ron Carey from Calgary was killed in an accident during the London to Brighton rally earlier today.
I believe he was driving an 03 Knox when hit by a truck.
Reports say he had gotten off the route and was hit on the motorway by a lorry.
His wife was airlifted to hospital with serious head injuries.

Is anybody running 3.33 or 3.25 rear end gears in their car?

My 1923 roadster will be getting a Ruckstell within the next couple years, and I was thinking of installing taller rear axle gears than 3.63:1. The temporary motor has aluminum pistons, Waukesha head, cam with greater lift, and a high volume intake manifold. The eventual motor will have...

The lining on my rear brakes is too close to the hub inner surface. The lining may have been replaced many years ago when the car was first restored. Its not a brake rod adjustment issue. Because of the tight fit, there is not enough throw in the handbrake lever to set and release the clutch properly. The best adjustment I could make would have...

This was the sign that Ralph put on his T one year when DST ended.

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I miss his posts here on the forum....

Is there such a thing as an anti-freeze which doesn't tarnish brass?

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Hello fellow Model T-ers,

I have two questions for you today.

1). Is this an original Model T tailgate?

2). What would be a fair price to pay for this particular tailgate?

Thank you in advance for your comments.

-Steven

What year/ car?

Jeff

Good morning from Scotland, I have been using the forum for years as a reference to help me get my farm hack Gin Runner back together and finally got around to registering :) I bought my T as a running but rough ex fairground racer from Neil Tuckett here in the UK in about 2005 but due to work and various house, workshop and storage moves it lay...

What is the Proper torque for manifolds on 1920 roadster?

What is the thread size on the end of the camshaft for the camshaft locknut? Thanks, Art

Anybody know the part number for a 160 degree thermostat that I can buy at a local parts store? 1915 T touring. Thanks, bobt

I still can't get the search engine on this website to chase after archived discussions on specific topics, so I am probably asking a question that has been beaten to death here over the years. Add one more drubbing to the list...

On a Model A website, a recent on-going thread addresses stainless steel valves used in tandem with adjustable...

Stole this off facebook this morning. Have no idea where it is but looks like a ghost town somewhere. Also looks about like where I grew up except the house is better here.

Notice that it has 30 x 3 1/2's on it, must have been one of the no-starter cars.

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This one is mine.

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Just checking to see if someone makes or repairs the flapper assy for the Anderson timer. My motor tried to start backwards and broke the weld on the rotor. I figured it is either not available or too much to repair. If not available, I was thinking about trying the TW timer. How do people who have used them like them? Thanks for the info.

Can it be repaired or am I better off looking for another housing? I thought I did it right with a 3/4inch pipe and a socket to get the bushing out. It appears the socket was too big and it knocked off the rivits inside the housing. OOps. Suggestions welcome since I screwed up.

We have our WINNERS! The 2020 Model T Calendar Winners are....
January - Jasper, Fforde
February - David Joki
March - Joerg Walther
April - Magnus Andersson
May - Don Little
June - Michael Velling
July - Brett Ritter
August - Clayton Paddison
September - Ed Fuller
October - Tanner Benton
November - Forest Ledbetter
December - Keith Townsend...

I would like to keep my brass nice and shiny. Would a thin coat of vasoline do the trick? If not just plain old elbow grease. Thanks for any advice Brent

Found a spindle the other day. It does not have any markings other than this forging mark. Does anyone know this mark, and was this made for Ford ?

Hey folks, is it true that New York state didn't issue titles until the 60s? I am wondering if anyone had trouble with their state buying a T from NY without a title?

Thanks,
Jim

Is there measureable difference for those using the finned aluminum pipe (or cheap no finned pipe)? I assume there is when using a steal pipe depending on flow of coolant on a non-water pump T. Im using a rubber flex pipe and I’m not concerned with imagine for this hodge podge truck. Just functionality :)

Made some headway with the seat upholstery today. Had a few things to fix once I got in there. Installed the new back springs, covered them with canvas and cotton wadding and started to tack the cover material along the bottom tack strip. Seems impossible to get my pneumatic tacking gun in there. Guess I need to use the old spring type.

Tomorrow...

I swear that I saw Steve Jelf in a Taco Bell commercial that was on during the last game of the World Series. Could I be mistaken? -- IV

One of the ends of the drive cable (Speedo side) is perfect and formed from the spring cable itself. The other end has a plastic ferrule that is attached to the spring cable and it has been deformed, twisted and has a groove that allows it to spin and is at the end of its useful life.

To fix it I cut a thin piece of shim stock and used that as a...