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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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REVERSE FLOW ENGINE

Last post by steve plowman « Sun Nov 03, 2019 12:01 pm
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by WillH » Thu Jan 10, 2019 2:05 pm

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I would like to hear from anyone with hands on experience building/running a reverse flow engine. This engine will run backwards to normal and have four intake ports and two exhaust ports. I'm not concerned with the transmission band and I know the ring gear goes on the other side. This is a push start or hand cranked so no starter or generator to...

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How about this ;) ;

Ive been watching that, just a little above my budgat 🤣🤣

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Sun Nov 03, 2019 12:01 pm
26 roadster cab wood

Last post by TMiller6 « Sun Nov 03, 2019 11:58 am
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by fordt » Fri Nov 01, 2019 9:01 pm

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Found these 2 pieces of wood in my roadster project and wondered if my location is correct where I have them pictured and what they were for? Are they screwed/bolted to the cowl frame where I’m holding them? One of them appears to have a bracket left on it...
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Yes, that’s where they go. Mine are held in place with two wood screws on the forward edge of the vertical channel. They are not structural and are there to tack the upholstery panel in place

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Sun Nov 03, 2019 11:58 am
Second gear loses traction

Last post by Norman Kling « Sun Nov 03, 2019 10:46 am
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by Migo » Sat Nov 02, 2019 5:57 am

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Hi! After assembling the engine I have a problem with the second gear. After shifting the gear up, it loses traction and the engine
Is running without affecting the wheels. Where to adjust it?

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Good! Have fun driving the car.
Norm

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Sun Nov 03, 2019 10:46 am
KIDS AND CARS

Last post by Scott_Conger « Sun Nov 03, 2019 10:01 am
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by John Dow » Mon Sep 30, 2019 11:15 am

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Waving at the folks is my granddaughter in my '23 touring car. Show us your kids!!

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Paul

good to see you posting from South Africa!

and RJ

too funny!

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Sun Nov 03, 2019 10:01 am
Wheel adapters

Last post by steve plowman « Sun Nov 03, 2019 3:45 am
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by Dennis_Brown » Sat Nov 02, 2019 11:15 pm

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I know it is covered before, but who makes a 6 hole wood hub adapter to go to a 5 hole 5 1/2 inch pattern to fit Model A wheels? Any Idea what they are made of or what they cost and any pictures if you have them. I would like to know what they look like . Thanks

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They are listed in several of the catalogs, Lang's, Snyder's and maybe Chaffin's etc. Personally I am not impressed on any of the designs sold. None of them are made with the understanding on HOW the Model A wheel is mounted that I can see. The Model A wheel was designed for 3 points of contact, none of which are the lug bolt holes. In fact, the...

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Sun Nov 03, 2019 3:45 am
Is Cubel's Fordwood still in business?

Last post by HornsRus « Sat Nov 02, 2019 11:26 pm
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by MWalker » Mon Oct 28, 2019 10:52 am

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I'd like to buy a body wood kit for the T I'm currently building. I have called Fordwood a few times and emailed them several times over the past week, with no response. Does anyone know a way to get in touch with them other than the email address and phone number listed in their website? Thanks.

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back in the old days when i was wooding bodies.guys would buy kits here and there,then when they gave up putting them in, they would bring then to me after a while i would show them the wood stove.ha,ha. who ever made them didn't know there left hand from there right. maybe they are better know. charley

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Sat Nov 02, 2019 11:26 pm
Door handle repair

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by John kuehn » Thu Oct 31, 2019 12:53 pm

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This is the passenger side door handle on my 24 Coupe. What would be the best filler or whatever to repair the handle where it’s cracking out. I’m sure others that have the closed cars have had this issue with the aging handles. The other handle is fine but this one began cracking out 2 years ago. Click on the pic and it will be in the right...

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Ps. It appears that one of the broken brass pieces is held in please by the cap on the short side so it would be best to remove the end cap on the long side.

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Sat Nov 02, 2019 8:41 pm
Ford Model T +++ or ---- Ground ???

Last post by Scott_Conger « Sat Nov 02, 2019 6:17 pm
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by Michael Davis » Fri Nov 01, 2019 7:11 pm

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Thanks Mike

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Michael

that is a very nice looking car

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Sat Nov 02, 2019 6:17 pm
"Ford" script on front frame crossmember

Last post by Wayne Sheldon « Sat Nov 02, 2019 6:00 pm
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by keen25 » Fri Nov 01, 2019 6:22 pm

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I found a Ford Script stamped into the face of the frame's front crossmember, to the right of the crank/spring clamp. It is about 1/2 high. The car is a 1925 model T roadster. Is the unusual or normal?

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The cross member that Steve J may show a picture of has the sharpest, clearest, stamping I have ever seen. I have had and seen many cross members with faint stampings that even scraped and cleaned a bit were barely visible.

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Last post by Wayne Sheldon
Sat Nov 02, 2019 6:00 pm
Wonder what their askin

Last post by kmatt « Sat Nov 02, 2019 5:46 pm
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by Dollisdad » Fri Nov 01, 2019 9:53 pm

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I believe that the Canadian made Fords after WW1 to mid 1920's used oval back light windows.

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Sat Nov 02, 2019 5:46 pm
Weaver Universal Axle Stand

Last post by Humblej « Sat Nov 02, 2019 4:54 pm
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by mvweaver » Thu Oct 31, 2019 7:42 am

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Anybody ever seen one of these Weaver Universal Axle Stands? Looks interesting. Found it perusing the Facebook Marketplace this morning. Any idea on value? - Matt

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Matt, are you going to buy it or is it fair game?

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Sat Nov 02, 2019 4:54 pm
Model T Club That Doesn’t Drive Around And Eat

Last post by brucesp « Sat Nov 02, 2019 3:18 pm
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by George House » Thu Oct 31, 2019 12:50 pm

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....Thanks to Kathy Taggert who found this on FB and sent to me... Have a safe Halloween tonight

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The Newlydeads at Davis Graveyard this year:

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The Newlydeads ready for the night out:

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Last post by brucesp
Sat Nov 02, 2019 3:18 pm
Rear shock perch do you know what manufacturer

Last post by TRDxB2 « Sat Nov 02, 2019 2:26 pm
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by AZTerry » Thu Oct 31, 2019 8:07 pm

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I found what appear to be perches for a small drum rear axle shock. Does anyone know who the manufacturer was?

Terry

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Rear HASSLER Pancake perches are slightly curved but similar. s-l1600 5.jpg
The lever arm shocks even with different number of forks have similar 2 piece (bolt & bracket) SteelBuilt 3.jpg
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Sat Nov 02, 2019 2:26 pm
Disappearing act

Last post by Duey_C « Sat Nov 02, 2019 12:27 pm
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by Allan » Wed Oct 30, 2019 10:56 pm

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First you see them.

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Now you don't.

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I mounted the brake lights and turn singles on hinged flaps so they could be clippedup under the tray when Henrietta was on display.

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Allan from down under.

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Pretty neat hideaways, Allan!

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Last post by Duey_C
Sat Nov 02, 2019 12:27 pm
What did you do with your Model T or TT on Halloween?

Last post by Rich Eagle « Sat Nov 02, 2019 10:54 am
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by StevenS » Fri Nov 01, 2019 9:40 pm

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My wife decided to pass out candy to the Trick-or-Treaters, so a couple of my friends and I decided to work on my Model TT truck.

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The skeleton crews at work again.
Great photos.
Rich

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Last post by Rich Eagle
Sat Nov 02, 2019 10:54 am
Parade Night

Last post by Rich Eagle « Sat Nov 02, 2019 10:53 am
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by Dave Young » Wed Oct 30, 2019 9:22 pm

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This is the Ranch Car that we threw together last weekend.

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That's another way to enjoy a model T.
Nice work.
Rich

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Sat Nov 02, 2019 10:53 am
Somehow I ended up at Model T Haven again ...:) :)

Last post by dllr28bl « Sat Nov 02, 2019 9:10 am
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by dobro1956 » Wed Oct 30, 2019 7:45 pm

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Just got back from our fall vacation trip. Somehow Model T Haven was almost directly on our route. :) And parking for the RV in Iola Kansas was only 12.50 per night with full hookups. So what could I do, I just had to stop by and say hello to Mark and see his stuff again ...

Here is a link to the last time I went, earlier in the year. Just way...

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Does Model T Haven still have the Aerocar? A friend nearby owned that car for a short time. It was a very interesting, original car. Alexander Malcomson formed Aerocar (competition to Ford) even while he was associated with Ford. He was ultimately forced out, selling his Ford stock for $175,000. Attached are a few more pictures.

Dan

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Last post by dllr28bl
Sat Nov 02, 2019 9:10 am
Looks like fun

Last post by Henry K. Lee « Sat Nov 02, 2019 7:27 am
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by Dollisdad » Fri Nov 01, 2019 9:57 pm

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Saves wear and tear on those rubber tires too!

Hank

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Last post by Henry K. Lee
Sat Nov 02, 2019 7:27 am
Keep on trucking

Last post by Kerry « Sat Nov 02, 2019 3:41 am
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by Dollisdad » Fri Nov 01, 2019 9:42 pm

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It looks T to me, just a spring kit of some sort fitted.

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Last post by Kerry
Sat Nov 02, 2019 3:41 am
Reproduction ignition switch light handle came off.

Last post by Fordwright « Sat Nov 02, 2019 12:00 am
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by ivaldes1 » Fri Nov 01, 2019 12:34 am

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Hi, I have a about 2 years old reproduction ignition switch. The black painted light switch handle and part that covers the outside of the key switch came off. Now the lights are on all the time. Is there a way to fix this? I have already sent off my original key switch to get rebuilt by Ben Martin but that is going to be some weeks before it is...

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The earliest keys (1914-1919 were not much more than a flat piece of metal, and a small, flat screwdriver would turn it. They got a little more sophisticated after that with a few tumblers and eventually grooved keys, but nothing like the locks of today.

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Last post by Fordwright
Sat Nov 02, 2019 12:00 am
Done the Seat Cushion

Last post by Duey_C « Fri Nov 01, 2019 11:46 pm
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by Mark Osterman » Sun Oct 27, 2019 4:39 pm

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Finally got the seat cushion springs covered with the Classtique upholstery. i think it would have been easier with a second pair of hands. As it was it was a little like changing bands.

I found that I had to loosen the 2x4s and reposition the cushion a few times in order to get the crimping tool in where I needed it. Also used a thinner wider...

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Thanks Erik, I figured as much, he knows he provides an important resource for folks and will help us... Oof! You guys have the Minnesota shows so bloody far south! I felt lucky to have driven BACK, all the way from Delavan some weeks ago on a very OT project! It is a four cylinder tho. :)
Erik, You and your dad are valuable resources for...

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Last post by Duey_C
Fri Nov 01, 2019 11:46 pm
Need confirmation of problem

Last post by J1MGOLDEN « Fri Nov 01, 2019 7:55 pm
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by jachady » Sun Sep 08, 2019 8:45 pm

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Hey guys, trying to help a fellow T'er get his running after sitting for a year. Went thru the fuel, air, spark tests and found the problem to be a stuck open exhaust valve on cylinder 2. Everything else checked out ok. Would one open valve cause us to not be able to get her started?

Picture of the poor thing looking at mine, just wanting to get...

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I recently purchased a complete 1925 engine that had been in storage for about 40 years. The valve cover was in place and tight, but the inside area was filled in the front area by a mouse nest and the whole center area was filled with a bee's nest.

There was a very large mouse nest in the front part of the oil pan and I still cannot imagine how...

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Last post by J1MGOLDEN
Fri Nov 01, 2019 7:55 pm
Build Your Own TT "Last Ride"

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by mtntee20 » Fri Nov 01, 2019 7:24 pm

My wife found this and I believe it will be of interest to many of us here.

Enjoy,
Terry

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Fri Nov 01, 2019 7:24 pm
Mike Kosser's new tool

Last post by DHort « Fri Nov 01, 2019 4:10 pm
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by DHort » Tue Oct 22, 2019 11:06 pm

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Did anyone take a picture? Did anyone like it? I would like to know what it is. Thank you

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Now available to order. Sent in my order today.

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Fri Nov 01, 2019 4:10 pm
Neat youtube video

Last post by Tbz4u « Fri Nov 01, 2019 2:25 pm
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by DHort » Thu Oct 31, 2019 7:18 pm

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I hope you can watch this. Takes about 10 minutes.

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Where can I hire you! I always need shop drawings for the work I do. The best part is you could do it from home anywhere! I'll you'll need is internet to send to me

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Fri Nov 01, 2019 2:25 pm
E&J lamp

Last post by Terry_007 « Fri Nov 01, 2019 1:23 pm
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by Wayne Mims » Thu Oct 31, 2019 6:07 pm

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Hello my name is Wayne I got my hands on and E&J tail light I believe it's supposed to be black and brass or solid brass but it is solid nickel is there a way of removing the nickel I have a 13 touring which is brass and black and I was going to put this on that car everything else is E&J on the car

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Couple of choices - Muratic acid. It's messy and could be dangerous. Google stipping nickle plating from brass and you'll find you-tube videos on how to do it. It's addressed mainly at removing the plating from plumbing fixtures, but essentially is the same process.

Another choice is to simply paint over what should be painted, after light...

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Fri Nov 01, 2019 1:23 pm
Adjusting clutch

Last post by Norman Kling « Fri Nov 01, 2019 11:33 am
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by John Codman » Thu Oct 31, 2019 10:06 am

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I have the Ford Bible but it only outlines the procedure to adjust the clutch fingers if the clutch is slipping. I have the opposite issue- the free clutch isn't. Iwould like to do a clutch adjustment starting at the fingers - then move on to the linkage. Is there a specification for adjusting the clutch fingers?

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I would suspect your link between the clutch lever and the low pedal needs adjustment. Maybe the low band is too tight. You should be able to move the pedal down to about 1 1/2 inch above the floorboard before the low band locks the drum and you move in low gear. If the low is too tight, it will begin to lock when you reach the neutral position,...

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Last post by Norman Kling
Fri Nov 01, 2019 11:33 am
fan hitting crank start?

Last post by bobt « Fri Nov 01, 2019 5:09 am
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by bobt » Wed Oct 30, 2019 7:08 pm

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I would like to get rid of my water pump on my 1915 touring. With a 23 belt, my fan hits the crank start. I think a 23 1/2 belt would work but I can't find anything to fit. The model T belts jump from a 23 to a 25 7/8 My crank pulley measures 3.5 across. I just want belt that will go around the crank and fan. HELP! Bobt

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I found out that my crank pulley was too large (about 3 1/2 across) I'm going to order a smaller one and a 23 belt. Sorry, No pictures, Technology is passing me by. Thanks for all the input. Bobt

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Fri Nov 01, 2019 5:09 am
WARNING New Clincher Tire Blows Off Rim!!

Last post by KirkieP « Fri Nov 01, 2019 12:39 am
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by SurfCityGene » Wed Oct 30, 2019 9:32 pm

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Many have said and I agree I'd rather be Lucky than Good! Well I had a very scary thing happen to me today and I'm darn glad I was the Lucky one!!

Now this was not my first time playing around clincher tires. Many of you know I've had my '12 Torpedo for more years than I can remember and it runs 30X3 and 30X31/2 non demountables and I normally...

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Gene
I so glad you are OK.

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Last post by KirkieP
Fri Nov 01, 2019 12:39 am
Two man top runabout strap location question

Last post by George Mills « Thu Oct 31, 2019 11:05 pm
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by NealW » Thu Oct 31, 2019 6:53 pm

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I'm getting ready to install the new top on my 15 runabout restoration. I want to get the strap attach fittings in the correct spot on the front and rear bows, and found this picture on the MTFCA site showing the top dimensions. I've highlighted in yellow what appears to be the dimensions to locate the strap fittings. Can anyone verify if the...

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Neal, yes the lath goes where the roof isn’t. I also now use something a little more substantial just inboard of the D rings to hold that back bow hard in the exact correct position.

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Last post by George Mills
Thu Oct 31, 2019 11:05 pm
What is this rear end

Last post by Ben Umberger « Thu Oct 31, 2019 10:07 pm
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by Ben Umberger » Wed Oct 30, 2019 10:12 pm

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A gentelman wants to know what this is, does someone know?

Thanks

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Thank you very much

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Thu Oct 31, 2019 10:07 pm
Super Duty Fordson Truck?

Last post by Mark Gregush « Thu Oct 31, 2019 9:11 pm
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by walber » Sun Oct 20, 2019 7:23 pm

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A friend passed along this link to an article about an extra heavy Ford truck. Do any of you have any other history of the vehicle or where I might be able to look?

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I hope that whoever buys is does their homework first. There a just a few things that don't match up with the original. If you look, the radiator in the first photo is not the same as the later photos, the fenders look different and the A pillar does not look quite the same.

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Last post by Mark Gregush
Thu Oct 31, 2019 9:11 pm
possible magnito problem

Last post by Scott_Conger « Thu Oct 31, 2019 7:40 pm
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by Eck » Mon Oct 28, 2019 8:39 pm

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I was riding along fine in my 26 and all of a sudden it started to sputter and lost some power. I switched it to battery and it runs fine. Today I checked the plug and it was clean, no lint and looked in the socket and contact was fine. Disconnected the lead and connected a voltmeter with the black lead grounded to the truck. It appears if I did...

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Sounds like you're on to it...good luck

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Last post by Scott_Conger
Thu Oct 31, 2019 7:40 pm
Question for Trent Boggess

Last post by Hap_Tucker « Thu Oct 31, 2019 5:52 pm
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by DHort » Sat Sep 21, 2019 12:40 pm

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Looking at your printout of the Account Receivable ledger from July 1903 to March 1909, for 8/5/1903 there is a listing of a Model A Sold to Bergstrom and Wild. It states Wemack, WI. I can find no reference to a Wemack, WI. I am wondering if you can tell me if this might be the wrong spelling of the town the car was sold in? Thank you.

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I don't know why I / it posted two copies of page 1 to the intro. But the information is still there and I need to run help with supper.

George -- yes, locations were named for various reasons and as you note the names sometimes change over time. Ford City, where the main Ford Canada plant was constructed changed names even though the plant...

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Last post by Hap_Tucker
Thu Oct 31, 2019 5:52 pm
Cheap air filter

Last post by Mark Gregush « Thu Oct 31, 2019 12:16 pm
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by Autie » Wed Oct 30, 2019 2:17 pm

I thought I would share this. If you are not looking for originality and want to put an air filter on your T, look up... BLACK FOAM INTAKE AIR FILTER ATV QUAD DIRT BIKE PIT BIKE 38MM BOOT on Ebay. They are only $6 plus $3 for shipping. I had to notch the clamp/rubber sleeve where the choke rod sticks out from the carb. I then re-curved the choke...

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Last post by Mark Gregush
Thu Oct 31, 2019 12:16 pm
Foundry run

Last post by D.Yoder « Thu Oct 31, 2019 11:08 am
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by D.Yoder » Wed Oct 30, 2019 2:51 pm

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Brass. Just sand castings. Better than making out of a billet .

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Last post by D.Yoder
Thu Oct 31, 2019 11:08 am
Spark plug recommendations?

Last post by CudaMan « Thu Oct 31, 2019 10:50 am
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by WayneJ » Tue Oct 29, 2019 4:01 pm

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I have a 1915 with the stock head and would like to know what spark plugs folks recommend. The vendors sell adapters for plugs with 14mm threads. The 14mm plugs are less expensive, do they perform as well? Thanks.

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Edison 13s will also work in a T, but they are even harder to find than the 14s. The 13s are physically larger and have dual ground electrodes. I have no experience with how they run. :)

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Last post by CudaMan
Thu Oct 31, 2019 10:50 am
two man top

Last post by John kuehn « Thu Oct 31, 2019 10:19 am
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by Chuck Stevens » Thu Oct 31, 2019 8:26 am

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Does anyone have tips on restoring a two man top. where to buy it and any other information on the installation will be a great help.

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2 man tops are used on the 14-early 22 Touring cars. A Roadster top in the 14-22 era isn’t called a 2 man top. It’s simpler to install than a Touring top as it has just 1 set of bows. ( 2 bows). Touring cars have 4 bows in there set.

Make sure your top bows are in good stable shape and the wood in them is good. Usually it need to be replaced....

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Last post by John kuehn
Thu Oct 31, 2019 10:19 am
Marking on rear spring

Last post by Don D « Thu Oct 31, 2019 8:19 am
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by Don ellis » Mon Oct 28, 2019 4:26 pm

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This is on the top leaf on a 20’s rear spring. Does it make any sense to anyone?

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Joseph,

Thanks for the information in your reply.

Have a great day,
Dom

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Last post by Don D
Thu Oct 31, 2019 8:19 am
Santa Rosa Fire update. With the T, of course.

Last post by Mark Osterman « Thu Oct 31, 2019 8:09 am
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by AdminJeff » Mon Oct 28, 2019 7:51 pm

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Thanks to everyone who has reached out with calls, emails and txt messages, it's a trying time for sure. We evacuated yesterday at 4am once we found out our house was surrounded on 3 sides by mandatory evacuations..
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The circle is my house. Fire is 10 miles away... not far when the wind is blowing...

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So glad you and your family are safe!

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Last post by Mark Osterman
Thu Oct 31, 2019 8:09 am
Luigi’s Mansion 3

Last post by John E. Guitar « Thu Oct 31, 2019 6:42 am

by John E. Guitar » Thu Oct 31, 2019 6:42 am

It looks like the car in the new Nintendo Switch game Luigi’s Mansion 3 is a brass era Model T.

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Last post by John E. Guitar
Thu Oct 31, 2019 6:42 am
Using AA rims for a TT

Last post by tom_strickling « Thu Oct 31, 2019 5:56 am
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by tom_strickling » Wed Oct 30, 2019 10:27 am

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I am looking for guidance on using 20 AA rims on TT wheels. I have been told it is OK to remove the center from an AA rear rim and use the rim for TT. Aside from the fact that it ruins an AA rim that someone may need,

IS IT SAFE TO USE THIS RIM ON A TT 20 WHEEL?

Thanks, TOM

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George,

I am in need of 2 20 TT rear rims and lock rings, and a friend of mine is trying to find 4. Can you send me some photos?

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Last post by tom_strickling
Thu Oct 31, 2019 5:56 am
Snowmobile chassis for sale at Hershey???

Last post by Ken Lefeber « Thu Oct 31, 2019 12:32 am
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by Dan Hatch » Wed Oct 30, 2019 9:02 am

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Saw a video that showed a snowmobile chassis for sale. Who had it and did it sell? If someone know who, please email at address in pictures. Thanks Dan

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These are the pictures I took at Hershey. Hope it helps.
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Thu Oct 31, 2019 12:32 am
Tough election choices

Last post by Marshall V. Daut « Wed Oct 30, 2019 11:07 pm
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by Steve Jelf » Wed Oct 30, 2019 2:17 pm

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Voting in political elections is pretty easy for me. There's usually a candidate I can't stand, so I vote for the other one. That may be with enthusiasm, or holding my nose. But today I marked my MTFCA directors' ballot, and that wasn't easy at all. There are so many good candidates that I had a hard time picking only three. We're lucky to have so...

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W.C. Fields famously said: I never vote for anyone, I always vote against.
Marshall

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Last post by Marshall V. Daut
Wed Oct 30, 2019 11:07 pm
Hank Lee vs Spenser

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by spadpilot » Wed Oct 30, 2019 7:54 pm

For those of you who have eagerly awaiting the next installment of the modified Fat Man wheel saga, here it is!

The wheel arrived this morning and was promptly installed. Having it's diameter reduced by 3 , the concave dish removed and a new 14 black walnut rim (by Mr. Kevin Allen) added has given the wheel a whole new persona! I should be able...

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Wed Oct 30, 2019 7:54 pm
What is this? Mag pickup?

Last post by John kuehn « Wed Oct 30, 2019 7:30 pm
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by Modeltmike » Wed Oct 30, 2019 7:16 pm

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I did it again. Bought a bunch of stuff just to get a few model T parts (you’ve done it). This was in one of the boxes. I have what looks like a mag pickup. Any ideas? Thanks.

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It looks like a 26-27 magneto post. It has the outside oil line hole in the side and someone put a plug in it.

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Last post by John kuehn
Wed Oct 30, 2019 7:30 pm
1916 Roadster moves forward when starting.

Last post by Scott_Conger « Wed Oct 30, 2019 7:08 pm
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by Michael Davis » Tue Oct 29, 2019 7:50 pm

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Just purchased a 16 Roadster when it is cold I can't seem to find neutral. it wants go forward while trying to start. So my assumption is the low band is to tight? Any thoughts

Mike .

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Reread Frank's advice before going to overly thin oil

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Last post by Scott_Conger
Wed Oct 30, 2019 7:08 pm
1914 Ford Carburator

Last post by dykker5502 « Wed Oct 30, 2019 4:11 pm
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by dykker5502 » Wed Oct 30, 2019 6:47 am

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Can anyone shed some light on what carburator this is? It is sitting on a 1914 Touring that I have bought :-)

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I will not see the car until Christmas, but I've seen reports that the car runs fine. I have no reasons to doubt that, I just want to learn why someone in the past have swapped the original Holley with this.

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Wed Oct 30, 2019 4:11 pm
Interesting Discovery Today

Last post by John kuehn « Wed Oct 30, 2019 3:06 pm
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by Mark Osterman » Mon Oct 28, 2019 6:26 pm

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I removed the upholstery from the ‘23 runabout this evening. Throughout the removal I documented everything that would help me in the re-upholstering. Interestingly I found this blue cloth tied in a place that could only be reached during the original assembly of the car. The other thing I noticed was how few tacks were actually used.

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Here’s a pic of one of the front cushions burlap that was in my 24 Coupe. The other cushion padding was long gone.
The T no. is on the side facing up. The spring side of the burlap didn’t have anything. I assume it’s a Ford no. I wonder if your original burlap has any type of number on it or if any other open cars have any kind of no. stenciled...

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Wed Oct 30, 2019 3:06 pm
MAGNETO POST WITH OUTSIDE OIL LINE CONNECTION

Last post by Scott_Conger « Wed Oct 30, 2019 12:51 pm
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by John Dow » Tue Oct 29, 2019 6:14 pm

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Can anyone tell me where I can find a 3 screw magneto post with the external oil line connection? Mine works intermittently and before I try to fix it, I'd just like to just buy a replacement. Thank you.

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John

the only extra thing you'll get with a kit, is the copper line and the fitting on the front of the engine. When it breaks and you're a long way from home, you may wish you had a spare.

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Last post by Scott_Conger
Wed Oct 30, 2019 12:51 pm
26 Ignition switch

Last post by Larry LaPatka « Wed Oct 30, 2019 11:52 am
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by Eck » Tue Oct 29, 2019 9:15 pm

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Think may have an ignition switch problem causing my mag problem. If I have the switch out of the system , is there a ez test to see if this is my problem. Truck runs pretty good on battery. Thanks for any help/ Eck

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William,
Having wasted a week or two after rewiring a truck and pulling what hair I have left out, the only thing that I
didn't check was the switch like you have. Low and behold it was the switch that was causing all the problem.
I was told that Mr. Ben Martin in Georgia was the absolute best at reworking the entire switch to better that
new....

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Last post by Larry LaPatka
Wed Oct 30, 2019 11:52 am
What have you done to your T in October?

Last post by Steve Jelf « Wed Oct 30, 2019 11:41 am
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by George Mills » Tue Oct 01, 2019 12:27 pm

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For those that know the car, the running forever joke was...when was the hood coming out of primer? (It has been in primer for at least a decade, if not more...the only part of the Hack never painted black

October 1, 2019 !

Having nothing else planned for today...the hood is now done and on the car...a procrastinators nightmare!

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Wish I could figure out how to post pictures...
My advice is always to have some kid teach you how. :D

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Last post by Steve Jelf
Wed Oct 30, 2019 11:41 am
What’s the wheel puller for

Last post by Fordwright « Wed Oct 30, 2019 11:13 am
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by Tlitwin » Tue Oct 29, 2019 2:35 pm

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The diameter is 2 5/8”
Thanks Tom

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That may not be a puller but a thread chaser, in case you bugger up the threads and want to fix them. Frank

If its a thread-chaser, it won't chase very far before the point contacts the shaft.

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Last post by Fordwright
Wed Oct 30, 2019 11:13 am
Apco Shimmy Stops question

Last post by lorenzo26 « Wed Oct 30, 2019 11:09 am
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by lorenzo26 » Tue Oct 29, 2019 11:02 pm

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Any one has instructio on installing this

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Thank you for the info --wont be using them

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Wed Oct 30, 2019 11:09 am
Whatever Happened to Valspar Project Perfect Paint ?

Last post by George Mills « Wed Oct 30, 2019 10:44 am
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by George House » Tue Oct 29, 2019 1:32 pm

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...in aerosol cans? This query isn’t ‘OT’ because that was the very best for painting Model T small parts. The I’Net says that Sherwin Williams bought Valspar for $9.2 B but they don’t carry this product. The I’Net also says that Lowe’s sells Valspar Project Perfect cans... but calling 2 stores I was told it was discontinued. Now we’re left with...

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Sherwin Williams wanted Valspar for its sealant, stain, and varnish lines. That sounded like propaganda at the time to get past anti-trust but bit by bit as each month goes by, more and more Valspar former products seem to not be available from any of the good sized stores.

I was but half way through a project that would call for maybe 15...

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Last post by George Mills
Wed Oct 30, 2019 10:44 am
Cleaning up is a good thing

Last post by RustyFords « Wed Oct 30, 2019 8:51 am
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by Steve Jelf » Sat Oct 26, 2019 2:05 am

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One of the benefits of cleaning up and organizing the shop is finding stuff you forgot you had.
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I don't remember where I got this, of course, but all it needs is an adapter to fit a Model T engine.

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I'm not going to admit to how many times I've ordered the same part multiple times because I didn't remember that I already had it. :oops:

I sometimes order parts months before starting a project to spread out the costs. I keep spreadsheets for both of my cars where I list parts or services purchased with from and expenditures columns. It helps...

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Last post by RustyFords
Wed Oct 30, 2019 8:51 am
What year hogs head?

Last post by Wayne Sheldon « Wed Oct 30, 2019 2:48 am
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by Ken Lefeber » Tue Oct 29, 2019 10:30 am

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I saw this at Hershey. I've never seen one like it before.
What year is this for?
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Compare the width with a common later hogshead. If the early one is that one inch narrower around the flywheel area, it is '09 into late '10. If the early one is the same as the later one, it is later '10 into early '11. The engine pan/lower crankcase also is narrower on the earliest cars.
There are good reasons why the narrower early hogsheads...

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Last post by Wayne Sheldon
Wed Oct 30, 2019 2:48 am
Question on the radiator mounting kit plate nut

Last post by Dallas Landers « Tue Oct 29, 2019 7:27 pm
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by FATMAN » Mon Oct 14, 2019 10:27 am

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We have been making the plate nuts for the radiator mounting kit for years at 2 3/8 long, in the past I have seen on this site that some feel it is to long, the originals were only just under a inch long and I think that was on early cars but no one liked them because they would spin, we have made this length for years just like the old...

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I found the same thing with square nuts and bolts while restoring the 8in1 truck body. Not only off center holes or shank but the whench would fit the nut or bolt one way but a 1/4 turn and wrench was too large or too small. Charm is what I call it.

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Last post by Dallas Landers
Tue Oct 29, 2019 7:27 pm
Improved car stanchions

Last post by blgitn « Tue Oct 29, 2019 6:53 pm
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by blgitn » Sun Oct 27, 2019 7:45 pm

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I'm having some challenges with my 27 project: I'm not sure if the windshield frames are distorted or if the top clamps are spaced incorrectly. Can anybody post the correct measurement/distance between the top of the sanctions where the top clamps go?
Thanks in advance.

R/ Roger.

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Thanks Dan, that's exactly what I was looking for!

R/ Roger.

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Last post by blgitn
Tue Oct 29, 2019 6:53 pm
Will this work on my acetylene tank?

Last post by John kuehn « Tue Oct 29, 2019 5:28 pm
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by Marty Bufalini » Sun Oct 27, 2019 10:19 am

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All I want to do is regulate the amount of gas going to the headlights. Right now, I have no gauge at all and just crack the valve until I think I have enough going to the lights, then light them and regulate them. I want something that's vintage looking.

That's been to chancy for me.

Thanks,

Marty

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Thanks for answering the question.

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Last post by John kuehn
Tue Oct 29, 2019 5:28 pm
Camshaft movement- tolerance question

Last post by Kerry « Tue Oct 29, 2019 3:30 pm
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by Bill Robinson » Mon Oct 28, 2019 11:51 am

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I have a Stipe 250 cam in a 1926 engine. 7.5 degree advanced bronze timing gear.
-My question- with the timing gear cover removed I have a camshaft lateral movement (in & out) of .0065 .
-Up & down movement of the camshaft is .005 .
Are these measurements withis tolerance or do I need to looking into finding a new front bearing?

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Bill, I think you covered it in your description, a bigend rattle is the connecting rod on the crankshaft, with the wear in the cam bearing you get a rattle that will drive you nuts. Like you say, an advance rattle. The later cams are easy to make a good fit bearing if a new one still gives to much end play, I take the early longer bearing and...

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Last post by Kerry
Tue Oct 29, 2019 3:30 pm
Hogs heaad and starter bolts

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by Jed » Thu Oct 24, 2019 12:09 pm

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After changing the bands we re-installed the transmission cover using Case 5 bots. How much torque should we use to tighten them?
How tight should the four starter bolts be torqued? Should these bolts be Case 2 or 5?
Any other torque specs we need to pay attention to?

Another thought on the bands, how tight should me make the bands before we use...

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This topic is closed.

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Last post by Jed
Tue Oct 29, 2019 3:18 pm
Rear axle oil seals

Last post by AndyClary « Tue Oct 29, 2019 2:42 pm
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by Tlitwin » Tue Oct 29, 2019 2:25 pm

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I replacing the rear tires on my 26 touring. It has wire wheels. And see that one seal leaked pretty bad so was going to replace both outer seals. But should I also do the inner seals?
Thanks Tom

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Yes, you need to do the inner seals also. Check the sleeves and bearings for wear since you can't deal an axle wallowing around in the tube.

Andy

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Last post by AndyClary
Tue Oct 29, 2019 2:42 pm
26-27 coupe windshield frame

Last post by jab35 « Tue Oct 29, 2019 2:20 pm
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by dunoon » Mon Oct 28, 2019 9:37 pm

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I reinstalled the original windshield frame back into the body. The brackets that are riveted to the frame hit the posts that the knob for the sliders attach to and the brackets that the knob screws into is out of alignment with the sliders. There are no adjustments that I can find. Boy is this hard to explain. I'll try and take some photos, maybe...

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Richard: On my '26 coupe the brackets with the threaded stud that mount to the 'A' pillar are installed so the stud is below the center point between the two screws. If reversed, the stud will be above the center point and I think the stud and windshield bracket for the arm will then interfere. See it that is the case. And the arms are installed...

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Last post by jab35
Tue Oct 29, 2019 2:20 pm
Has anyone bought from Gene Morgan?

Last post by Scott_Conger « Tue Oct 29, 2019 1:25 pm
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by FATMAN » Wed Oct 16, 2019 1:03 pm

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I bought something from him back in September and have not received it yet, he answered a e mail 10 days ago saying he would send tracking number the next day, but I never got it now no response to my e mails, Bob

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EXCELLENT!

good of you to follow up with that news...makes the use of Paypal all the more appealing.

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Last post by Scott_Conger
Tue Oct 29, 2019 1:25 pm
Truck/trailer parking in Albuquerque NM

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by tman1913 » Mon Oct 28, 2019 7:59 pm

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Heading to a hill climb at Lake Elsinore Ca Nov.1st to the 5th, we need parking in Albuquerque. My buddy Nick's rig is a Ford pickup with a single car enclosed trailer Our plans have change due to the weather and plans are now to meet and put his racer into my two car hauler and head to California rather than running both rigs there and back....

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**btt**

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Last post by George House
Tue Oct 29, 2019 12:10 pm
When a Fat Man Steering Wheel Does Not Fit the Fat Man

Last post by Mark Gregush « Tue Oct 29, 2019 11:05 am
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by Henry K. Lee » Sat Oct 26, 2019 5:18 pm

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Well, a special request was undertaken to complete a special Speedster. Some will hate this and others will love it, to me it is all about personal choices with your car. A Speedster is an individual's car of options and likes. So modifying something to fit in the era is what it's all about.

Since this car I built a lot for and know the man now...

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Very nice work on the wheel and thanks for the tip of the day; Racing your files occasionally through canning wax will keep your files from plugging up when doing soft metal.
I am sure that has been around for a while, but I haven't been yet. :lol: So new one to me.

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Last post by Mark Gregush
Tue Oct 29, 2019 11:05 am
Model T Bendix ?????

Last post by DontKnowMuch « Tue Oct 29, 2019 10:41 am
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by DontKnowMuch » Fri Oct 25, 2019 1:16 pm

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I recently bought a box of mostly Model T parts. In looking at the parts more closely, I would like some help identifying these bendix parts.
In the first picture, the 2 on the bottom left appear to be Model T and the drive gear rotates clock-wise (when viewed from the top in this picture). The 3 on the bottom right rotate in the opposite...

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Sorry for taking so long to answer some of your questions. Hopefully you will be able to read my printing:
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The rows are:
1. Size of end at top of picture. The 2 at the right fit into the snout of a T starter. The measurements are the diameter and length of the top end of the bendix.
2. Number of teeth on the drive...

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Last post by DontKnowMuch
Tue Oct 29, 2019 10:41 am
Safety wire

Last post by TonyB « Tue Oct 29, 2019 12:59 am
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by Don ellis » Sun Oct 27, 2019 9:31 am

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What is the most common size used on a model T?

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I use 0.032” wire from McMasters

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Tue Oct 29, 2019 12:59 am
What does this six blade fan belong to?

Last post by Matt in California « Mon Oct 28, 2019 11:38 pm
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by Matt in California » Mon Oct 28, 2019 2:35 am

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I acquired this fan recently in a pile of model T parts. Any idea what it goes to?
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Thanks Vern and Gene! But I was hoping it was a rare Model T fan;)

Gene, this makes one more reason for me to dream about getting your babitt tools!

Matt

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Last post by Matt in California
Mon Oct 28, 2019 11:38 pm
Is this the correct backrest spring for a 1915 runabout?

Last post by Scott_Conger « Mon Oct 28, 2019 2:50 pm
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by NealW » Fri Oct 11, 2019 7:33 am

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I'm getting ready to install the Classtique backrest upholstery on my 1915 runabout project. Before I do, I was wondering if anyone can tell me if this is the correct backrest spring, or if this was someone's attempt to make one as a replacement many years ago. Here is a picture of the backrest spring after I removed the old seat back upholstery....

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Steve

I think it was a wise choice for touring. My dad did the same thing on his '24 and loves it. In FL, our '13 was the most comfortable T we owned, for summer touring.

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Last post by Scott_Conger
Mon Oct 28, 2019 2:50 pm
Generator issue

Last post by Mark Gregush « Mon Oct 28, 2019 11:59 am
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by Dave Young » Sat Oct 26, 2019 7:02 pm

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I have a rebuilt generator that I acquired in a pile of stuff a few years ago and installed it on my ranch car a few days ago. I had set the 3rd brush all the way to maximum and was only getting about 6 amps out it. After maybe 30 minutes of run time, I had nothing showing. The headlights lights pulled 10 amps minus, so I know the ammeter was...

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Read the link Scott posted, esp the part about setting the neutral point.
While this might not apply, was talked about in the linked info; We had a generator that had new field windings in it, no matter what we did, could not get it to work right. Ron helped us get it sorted out. It had the windings that were made wrong and by uncrossing the...

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Last post by Mark Gregush
Mon Oct 28, 2019 11:59 am
Duct Hunt with the T

Last post by Fire_chief « Mon Oct 28, 2019 10:51 am
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by Graybeard77 » Sat Oct 26, 2019 6:30 am

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Out here in Kansas for the Model T duck hunt today. Don’t know what it is but sure it will be fun with the “T”. Have a blessed day. Clyde.

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There were people in Conn. talking about the duck hunt this weekend.
Sounds like a great idea.

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Last post by Fire_chief
Mon Oct 28, 2019 10:51 am
Halloween

Last post by babychadwick « Mon Oct 28, 2019 10:21 am
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by Tom Hicks » Sun Oct 27, 2019 11:24 am

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Halloween is close!

Last year I got rained out, but the two years before that my wife and a friend of hers rode in the back of the Limo though three neighborhoods that I often drive. Those neighborhoods are parallel to the main road and have 25 mph speed limits, a lot of the people trick-or-treating have seen me and the Limo before. There are...

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While not being a T my Son and I will be dressed as a couple gangsters with zombie masks and in the '38 Lincoln. I've rigged up a battery to run flickering led bulbs (1 for the front, one for the back) and a fog machine that shoots under the seat getting fog everywhere. Some fake bullet holes should be in today to dress up the side of the car,...

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Last post by babychadwick
Mon Oct 28, 2019 10:21 am
T Repair

Last post by RustyFords « Mon Oct 28, 2019 8:42 am
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by Eck » Sun Oct 27, 2019 9:57 pm

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Today I was troubleshooting my engine problem and removed the plugs for a look see. I was thinking to myself how good it felt to use an original ford wrench and wondered the amount of work it had done in its lifetime. Sure felt better than a craftsman. !!

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Ditto on the plug wrench.

I always use it instead on a modern wrench. I like the way it fits down in the plug recess.

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Last post by RustyFords
Mon Oct 28, 2019 8:42 am
Lubricating A T

Last post by D Stroud « Mon Oct 28, 2019 4:13 am
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by Original Smith » Sat Oct 26, 2019 4:54 pm

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Here is an area many people forget to oil. When needed, oil the clevis pins for the brake rods, and controller shaft, and what about the cam for the clutch? What about the Timer swivel joint on early cars? Something to think about.

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As for the lube/don't lube argument about the lube attracting grit, I've heard that same argument from back in the '60's from farmers regarding farm equipment. Trust me, ANY lube is far and away better than none, rust and dry parts will eat up components far faster than oily grit. Been there, done that. ;) Dave

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Last post by D Stroud
Mon Oct 28, 2019 4:13 am
What tool is used for installing seat cushions

Last post by KWTownsend « Mon Oct 28, 2019 1:38 am
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by Mark Osterman » Thu Oct 24, 2019 7:21 pm

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Have watched the video by Classtique several times and can’t make out the tool they are using to crimp the channel for securing the seat cushion upholstery. Anyone have a picture? Is it just vise grips?

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Mark-
I did not make a cool spring compressor like you did. I just put the cushion and spring upside down, put a piece of plywood on the spring, and sat down on it to crimp it in place. Start at the center of the front. Measure the perimeter of the spring where the channel is, and there the cord is on the bottom of the cushion. It should be the...

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Last post by KWTownsend
Mon Oct 28, 2019 1:38 am
weight of a SHAW TRACTOR CONVERSION

Last post by FreighTer Jim « Sun Oct 27, 2019 10:20 pm
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by tom_strickling » Sun Oct 27, 2019 9:03 pm

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Does anyone have any idea what a SHAW Model T conversion with steel wheels on all 4 might weigh?

The frame has been shortened considerable with little to no sheet metal or body.
Thanks

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Tom,

All Tractor Data has no records.

Google search turns up ads but no shipping weight.

My guess is 2500 pounds.

It shouldn’t be a problem - I hauled a pair of CAT Crawlers on steel tracks a few weeks ago.

Good to talk with you again.

FJ

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Last post by FreighTer Jim
Sun Oct 27, 2019 10:20 pm
Adjusting #4 ConRod on 3 dip pan?

Last post by Wayne Sheldon « Sun Oct 27, 2019 10:15 pm
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by Dave Loving » Sun Oct 20, 2019 6:51 pm

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My 1911 Torpedo has a knock, #4 Rod, What's the conventional wisdom, pull the engine so that it's easy to access or do it with the engine in the car? It looks like a real bear to do in the car!
Thanks,

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Oh, nasty!
Do you know where that rod came from? Looks like a bad pour to me. I can't tell from the pictures if the rod wasn't properly tinned? Or bad Babbitt? It could be a loss of oil at some point, but it really doesn't look like it. Regardless, it makes all the bearings suspect.
I always worry about that on my engines. Being forced to do the...

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Last post by Wayne Sheldon
Sun Oct 27, 2019 10:15 pm
Finally back in the road!

Last post by Wayne Sheldon « Sun Oct 27, 2019 9:39 pm
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by AdminJeff » Sat Oct 26, 2019 11:18 am

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It's been 2 months since my epic triple gear meltdown failure, but I took George for a drive yesterday with the new motor & trans. Holy cow were there a lot of steps to figure out between then and now.

At this point, I've ridden in a fair number of T's and can say my transmission is as quiet and smooth in low band as any. I'm battling a miss and...

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Califunny spends more money on roads and highways than any other state. And has basically the worst roads. They spend more money on education per student than any other state. And yet usually they test in the bottom five states for the education the kids get. It has among the highest property taxes, among the highest sales taxes, and among the...

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Last post by Wayne Sheldon
Sun Oct 27, 2019 9:39 pm
Leather rear axle seals

Last post by Original Smith « Sun Oct 27, 2019 9:38 pm
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by Les Schubert » Sun Oct 27, 2019 12:29 am

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Apparently these are no longer available.
Personally I really like them as I found them to be extremely “forgiving “.
So I’m thinking about making some. The formed leather part is pretty simple. The round disc of spring steel is also simple. The formed spring washer is slightly trickier, but with Laser cutting shouldn’t be too hard.
Any...

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I don't call making parts that dig into your axles rude! I call it dumb! I have a number of original script leather seals like Tim posted. As I recall, they started using them in 1925, but I can be off on that.

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Last post by Original Smith
Sun Oct 27, 2019 9:38 pm
Top Bow/Iron Identification

Last post by ShirkWood « Sun Oct 27, 2019 9:22 pm
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by GEmering » Sun Oct 27, 2019 8:57 pm

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Can someone much more knowledgable than I help identify this single top bow with irons?
This single bow was mixed in with the set of four that came with my 1913 Touring.

Thanks to anyone who can help!

Gene

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Looks like the second bow from the back on a touring from the pre-1917-18 era.

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Last post by ShirkWood
Sun Oct 27, 2019 9:22 pm
Ford stamping on front cross member

Last post by Steve Jelf « Sun Oct 27, 2019 4:36 pm
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by Mark Osterman » Sun Oct 27, 2019 9:33 am

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Funny, I never saw this on the front crossmember of my ‘23 runabout until yesterday when the light happened to rake across it in a parking lot. Any ideas of when this stamping was common on frames.

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...isn’t that the near NOS cross member you found?
I believe it was NOS. I didn't detect any marks suggesting it had ever been used.

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Sun Oct 27, 2019 4:36 pm
Don't get me started/starter woes

Last post by Jerry VanOoteghem « Sun Oct 27, 2019 3:05 pm
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by Autie » Thu Oct 24, 2019 10:10 pm

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I rebuilt the starter, new field coil/brushes, front/rear bushing. The bendix assembly/spring is newer (about a year old but only used for about a month) w/no issues and worked flawlessly before the starter rebuild. I installed the rebuilt starter and it would spin w/o the bendix engaging. I took the bendix cover off, took the bendix off and...

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Keith,

Thanks for the update! It helps us all when we read, the rest of the story . Glad that you're on the right track.

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Last post by Jerry VanOoteghem
Sun Oct 27, 2019 3:05 pm
Safety hubs with brake drums

Last post by DanTreace « Sun Oct 27, 2019 2:52 pm
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by StanHowe » Sun Oct 27, 2019 1:05 pm

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Lang's is selling a new set of safety hubs with a set of big drum cast iron drums and lined shoes.
Has anyone used them?
Whaddaya think?
They are less than a hundred bucks more than the set of hubs without the brake drum setup.
I've been leaning toward a set of disks but wonder if these might be a good choice for my 27 coupe.
It is getting a...

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Just looked those over on-line, design is for wood wheel. The new emergency brake drum is machined steel with a thick outer, uses just the normal 8 emergency brake shoes , the lined version, inside that drum.

Notes you can add an equalizer and hook up the trans. foot brake to make the emergency brakes a service brake with the foot pedal.

The...

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Sun Oct 27, 2019 2:52 pm
Engine Rebuilder Recommendation

Last post by dr1960 « Sun Oct 27, 2019 10:09 am
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by dr1960 » Wed Oct 16, 2019 4:28 pm

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Looking for recommendations for a Model T engine rebuilder. 1915 engine. In Oklahoma, we lost Herman Campbell several years ago and I don't know of anyone in the area that is recommended for rebuilding. Will consider shipping to any reputable shop. Please private message me any negative feedback. I don't want to start anything contraversial on the...

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Thanks everyone! i have great recommendations.

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Sun Oct 27, 2019 10:09 am
Sectioning rims

Last post by Rod Petrie « Sun Oct 27, 2019 8:45 am
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by Rod Petrie » Sat Oct 26, 2019 12:21 pm

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The rear rims on my TT are almost completely rusted away. I was able to find a couple 20 rims but one has a section that has several holes in it. I heard a couple of guys mention sectioning them. Does these mean cutting out the bad area and welding a new piece in? Of course it is the flat area and not the part that the tire bead seats to. I know a...

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Thanks. That reaffirms my idea.

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Sun Oct 27, 2019 8:45 am
Rumble Seat Garage - the new racer - Chris Egsgaard’s 1973 Long Beach champ

Last post by Henry K. Lee « Sun Oct 27, 2019 8:13 am
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by AdminJeff » Sun Oct 20, 2019 9:23 pm

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I’m super proud to be a small part of the team that’s putting Robert Weitzel’s new race car together. With any luck he and Erik Barrett will make the Santa Margarita races next weekend.

I’m not going to give background on the car as Robert has the full scoop, but I wired the whole thing from scratch this weekend. It came out great. My time...

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White knuckles with a pale face are a good sign!

Go Robert Go!

Hank

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Last post by Henry K. Lee
Sun Oct 27, 2019 8:13 am
Chickasha's Last Hurrah

Last post by Dan Hatch « Sun Oct 27, 2019 7:59 am
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by RustyFords » Mon Oct 21, 2019 3:32 pm

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I plan on getting a couple spots at Chickasha 2020. I'd really like for it to go out with a bang instead of a whimper.

Anyone else planning on attending?

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All this talk about “Why doesn’t someone start a meet to replace Chickasha “. Well you guys just need to step up and do what Dennis F did and start one.
Or maybe come to Luray and support that one.

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Last post by Dan Hatch
Sun Oct 27, 2019 7:59 am
Electrical connectors

Last post by Allan « Sat Oct 26, 2019 9:04 pm
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by Daniel828 » Sat Oct 26, 2019 9:18 am

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Does anyone know if auto industry from the 1920s used any kind of connector or plug in any of the cars? I’d like to add a couple connectors into my headlight wiring harness. I bought a “lot” of model t parts from eBay and there was a wiring harness included but it was hacked up a little bit and the headlight wires are too short and I’d like to...

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Any connector is a possible source of failure. It is easy to extend wires by splicing the two ends together and soldering the joint. Heat shrink is your friend to insulate the joint. Sometimes I have even cut the existing wire shorter to make the joint where it cannot be seen.

Allan from down under.

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Last post by Allan
Sat Oct 26, 2019 9:04 pm
Can’t make it? They come to you.

Last post by Dollisdad « Sat Oct 26, 2019 7:45 pm
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by Dollisdad » Tue Oct 22, 2019 8:14 pm

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Looks like the Spanish American War monument in the background which sits at the corner of Delores and Market Streets in San Francisco. I remember seeing cars with Hughson Ford license plate frames when I was a kid.

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Sat Oct 26, 2019 7:45 pm
Hershey 2019 Photos

Last post by Henry K. Lee « Sat Oct 26, 2019 5:54 pm
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by Steve Jelf » Wed Oct 09, 2019 9:24 pm

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I found free public parking a couple of blocks closer than what I've been using the last few years. The walk in is a little over half a mile. Would I walk over a mile to save $15 or whatever the current rip-off price is? Durn tootin. Every day of the week and twice on Sundays.

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Some brass bling from...

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A Special Thank You to All for the postings of photos! I am currently unable to travel far with my Dad as he his getting up there in age. I know you folks understand and my day will come to meet you all. My Dad is my responsibility and I take it freely every day with love.

Again Thanks Folks!

Hank and Family in Dim Dar Hills

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Last post by Henry K. Lee
Sat Oct 26, 2019 5:54 pm
Town car Register owner contact details

Last post by Tracer « Sat Oct 26, 2019 5:11 pm
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by Tracer » Mon Oct 21, 2019 7:32 am

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Hi All,

I have a town car on the register of town cars and need to contact a member by the name of Bob Trepanier of Alhambra CA that is also on the register.

Any help would be greatly appreciated

Cheers

Andrew Webb

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Thanks for the help on this one
I have been provided contact details

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Last post by Tracer
Sat Oct 26, 2019 5:11 pm
Where is Rob??

Last post by Steve Jelf « Sat Oct 26, 2019 4:19 pm
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by Bud Delong » Mon Oct 14, 2019 8:36 am

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Missing for too long! Bud. :D

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See you in Okieland. I want a ride in whatever you're driving. :D

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Last post by Steve Jelf
Sat Oct 26, 2019 4:19 pm
Tool is this for fastners on the tops or something else

Last post by BobD « Sat Oct 26, 2019 3:53 pm
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by FATMAN » Sat Oct 26, 2019 1:43 pm

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At 1st I thought this was a riveting tool then a punch but the bottom piece is spring loaded and moves a friend says it might be for putting fastners on upholstery or tops any ideas? Bob

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What is typically done to repurpose these for band riveting?

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Last post by BobD
Sat Oct 26, 2019 3:53 pm
Canadian Model T Restorer

Last post by jaybee47 « Sat Oct 26, 2019 2:43 pm
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by jaybee47 » Sat Oct 26, 2019 10:10 am

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Am looking for a particular shop.
No luck with a Google search.
The name of the shop is DUCHAINE AUTO-BODY ENRG LONGUEUIL.
I have a Model T that has a sticker affixed to its window with the above name.
I am interested in asking them what restorations, if any, that they performed on the T.

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Mark, thank you.

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Last post by jaybee47
Sat Oct 26, 2019 2:43 pm
flat towing a T

Last post by Susanne « Sat Oct 26, 2019 12:56 pm
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by thom » Tue Aug 20, 2019 8:37 pm

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I've watched the videos of past OCFs several times and one shows somebody with a T tow-truck towing a T around. That makes me wonder. How is the correct way to tow a T with the rear wheels on the ground? Remove the driveshaft? :?:

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Until the ignition switch jostles over to mag ... :shock:

It just makes it easier to tow, subjects the drive train to less reverse stress without having to pull it over on compression, and reduces the heat generated from said compression...

I'm still trying to figure out how leaving the plugs out when towing it would create a huge oily mess......

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Last post by Susanne
Sat Oct 26, 2019 12:56 pm
The Vintage Ford Magazine forum could be dropped

Last post by TonyB « Sat Oct 26, 2019 12:43 pm
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by DHort » Fri Oct 25, 2019 3:35 pm

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One less forum to look at. Has only had 1 post in the last 6 months.

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I figured out the photo that Adam is referring!
Clearly it’s a Model A block showing grinding in the valves.
Well on the lower right of the same page is an article FEATURED PHOTO and sure enough is mentions a home made tool for lapping in the valves. That’s the connection......

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Last post by TonyB
Sat Oct 26, 2019 12:43 pm
Firestone 5 lug demountable wheels info and photos

Last post by Matt in California « Sat Oct 26, 2019 11:51 am
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by Alex Dragone » Sun Oct 20, 2019 10:37 pm

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I am looking for photos of cars with the aftermarket Firestone 5 lug demountable wheels as well as info about them. I was told they were available as early as 1909? Any photos or info is appreciated

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I have this one will. Frankly I have no particular attachment to it. (Hint, Hint;)
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Let me know if you need photos of anything in particular.

Enjoy,
Matt

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Last post by Matt in California
Sat Oct 26, 2019 11:51 am
Registration holder

Last post by John Codman « Sat Oct 26, 2019 9:30 am
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by Daniel828 » Fri Oct 25, 2019 9:59 pm

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I’m putting together a home made depot hack/huckster. I just received my reg and insurance cards. What are some ideas as to where to store these documents ?

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I have the registration card plastic laminated at Staples, then keep them under the rear floor mat of my touring car.

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Sat Oct 26, 2019 9:30 am

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