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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.

Can’t log in? Want to test posting pics without causing clutter here? You don’t have to have a userid to post, and you don’t even have to give your info, just post away and...

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Happy Birthday......to......

Last post by perry kete « Mon Aug 12, 2019 8:02 pm
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by aDave » Mon Aug 12, 2019 5:15 pm

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the Model T (first assembled today)....
and ME....(OK, I was assembled prior to today, but today was the first light that shined upon me).

OK, so the Model T didn't roll until a few days dater...but neither did I walk for a few months!

May all of you enjoy many, many birthdays!

The first production Model T was produced on August 12, 1908 and...

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Mon Aug 12, 2019 8:02 pm
Special Spring for Watts Clutch?

Last post by R.V.Anderson « Mon Aug 12, 2019 6:03 pm
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by CudaMan » Mon Aug 12, 2019 10:20 am

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Hello, I have a set of Watts clutch disks, but I understand that the Watts clutch uses a special, stiffer than stock spring.

Does anyone know the specs of that special spring? X pounds at an installed height of Y inches? or Z% stiffer than the stock Ford spring?

Thanks :)

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Mark S: I am currently making the Watts style clutch.

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Mon Aug 12, 2019 6:03 pm
Today made it all worth it

Last post by Craig Raynor « Mon Aug 12, 2019 5:35 pm
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by Oldav8tor » Sun Aug 04, 2019 12:08 am

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Today, 11 months and 3 days after taking delivery of my 1917 Model T I started and drove it for the first time. The car had sat for at least 30 years before I got it so I went thru everything! I learned a lot along the way and faced many challenges, both physical and mechanical. I made new friends and reconnected with some old ones. All and all it...

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Nice looking car congratulations!

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Last post by Craig Raynor
Mon Aug 12, 2019 5:35 pm
Garnish Door Mounlding 1926-1927 Coupe

Last post by rickg « Mon Aug 12, 2019 1:23 pm
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by JoeG48 » Sun Aug 11, 2019 4:03 pm

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Garnish is for the bottom of the window on the door. This is the piece of metal with the slot for the door
latch knob.

I am looking for the passenger side door garnish.
Although, If you are selling a pair I am still interested...
Thanks ..Joe joeg48@hotmail.com

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Lang's has these new in their catalog.

Rick

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Mon Aug 12, 2019 1:23 pm
Repair wood wheels

Last post by Thorlick « Mon Aug 12, 2019 12:54 pm
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by David N » Sat Aug 10, 2019 6:24 pm

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Doing maintenance today and found that the rear wheels on my 1915 Touring are getting real loose. They have wood felloes with oval shaped spokes. I'm wondering if I should try to re-spoke them myself or, could anyone recommend a professional that could do the job and what a rough cost per wheel would be?

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I have rebuilt wood wheels on both my steel and wood felloe wheels. It is not difficult to do either.

Whilst some feel they would not do wood felloe wheels themselves, if you know how to do them there is no reason not to go for it. The rebuilders are regular humans just like you and so if they can build a wheel, you can.

I won't explain how to...

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Last post by Thorlick
Mon Aug 12, 2019 12:54 pm
Painting ther Engine

Last post by Bill Everett « Mon Aug 12, 2019 12:48 pm
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by bill goodheart » Tue Aug 06, 2019 12:35 pm

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I am about ready to paint the engine for my 1919 non starter touring. Is the cylinder head supposed to be the same color as the block? I am using satin black for the block. I intend to paint the exhaust manifold with Eastwood Manifold grey.

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Jeff, sent you an e-mail.

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Last post by Bill Everett
Mon Aug 12, 2019 12:48 pm
4wd T racer

Last post by Kaiser « Mon Aug 12, 2019 7:14 am
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by Kaiser » Fri Aug 09, 2019 7:31 am

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Don't know if this has been posted here before, found it while browsing aimlessly on the interweb, have a look at the crazy construction of the frontend, the accident apparently was waiting to happen ;)

The photos make me wonder about a lot of technical issues, like how did the rear driveshaft and the drivers butt get along :shock: , and how...

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Thanks for clearing that up Les, and Kevin have a look at the precarious spot that carb is at, and no air filter :roll:

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Mon Aug 12, 2019 7:14 am
Are our cars invisible?

Last post by DHort « Sun Aug 11, 2019 11:35 pm
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by Tiger Tim » Wed Aug 07, 2019 11:29 pm

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Well, it finally happened and tonight I had to use my Klaxon in anger. Some sort of new car nearly backed into my T in a parking lot and it got me wondering; with all the electronic nannies on a new car, can they “see” a Model T? I know that a magnetic sensor at a traffic light won’t pick up my T and there have been studies that show horse drawn...

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Last month I was parked right behind an ambulance on a blocked off street to drop off Mayor after a parade. Some dumb kid went through the barriers in a new mustang and parked almost underneath me. Of course I hit him backing up. Never saw him behind me and of course with the top down he was invisible. Maybe if I had looked in the side mirror I...

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Last post by DHort
Sun Aug 11, 2019 11:35 pm
Clutch Spring Change In Car

Last post by John kuehn « Sun Aug 11, 2019 10:43 pm
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by erkbrn » Wed Aug 07, 2019 12:21 pm

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Hello everyone,

Has anybody here successfully changed a clutch spring without pulling the engine from the car? The T manual mentions that it is possible, but I have been told that it is oversimplified and doesn't work very well. I was originally going to pull the engine to replace the clutch pack and spring, but I read here recently that it is...

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I wonder how many guys replaced the clutch spring on the side of the road like he did back in the day! I guess if you have to you have to.

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Last post by John kuehn
Sun Aug 11, 2019 10:43 pm
Rear fender to splash shield bracket

Last post by Craig E. Luton « Sun Aug 11, 2019 9:59 pm
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by Craig E. Luton » Thu Aug 08, 2019 10:47 pm

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Some model T touring and roadsters used a sheetmetal brace that fit between the rear fender and splash shield to help with the rattling. When did they start using this brace and how long was it used? I know it wasn't used in 1913 but don't know when they started using them.

Thanks
Craig

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Thank you everyone for your replies and especially to Dan for his research on the topic.

Craig

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Last post by Craig E. Luton
Sun Aug 11, 2019 9:59 pm
distributor linkage

Last post by blgitn « Sun Aug 11, 2019 8:52 pm
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by blgitn » Sun Aug 11, 2019 4:16 pm

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guys,

My cw/ccw dyslexia has me confused; do I need these for my clamp-on American Bosch distributor, or do I just make a longer spark rod?
Thanks in advance (ha!)

R/ Roger. T_3155.jpg

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Excellent, Thank you all!

R/ Roger.

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Last post by blgitn
Sun Aug 11, 2019 8:52 pm
More 1922 Center Door work

Last post by Will_Vanderburg « Sun Aug 11, 2019 6:58 pm

by Will_Vanderburg » Sun Aug 11, 2019 6:58 pm

The hold down straps are in the same locations as on the original

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Sun Aug 11, 2019 6:58 pm
Universal touring six speed transmission.......

Last post by Wayne Sheldon « Sun Aug 11, 2019 6:38 pm
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by George Andreasen » Wed Aug 07, 2019 5:19 pm

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I got a call from a Nevada member, trying to get information on a Universal touring six speed transmission for a T. That nomenclature is embossed right on the side of the box, but he can't find any information about it at all. He asked me to do some computer research, and although I tried every combination of words you can think of, I just got...

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Somewhere between maybe a hundred bucks, and $1500. Condition matters A LOT! TT truck or T car also makes a BIG difference. Then, there is which version you are looking at. Underdrives for trucks are not very desirable because they are too low geared already. But a T car underdrive is popular with the horseless carriage crowd because they can be...

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Last post by Wayne Sheldon
Sun Aug 11, 2019 6:38 pm
AC 1927 speedometer

Last post by RajoRacer « Sun Aug 11, 2019 3:45 pm
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by Michel » Sun Aug 11, 2019 12:39 am

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I lost my teethes !!!!

Does anyone has a picture of the 1927 AC speedometer system on the wheel when complete ?

What material is this ?

And a way to retrieve, buy, or re-manufacture such spare part ?

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car is a January 1927 Model T Touring...

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That 12 tooth gear you have shown in your photo is for a Ford Special speedometer - won't likely work no matter how you modify it.

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Last post by RajoRacer
Sun Aug 11, 2019 3:45 pm
Something's Not Right with my Top - Part 2

Last post by Al Meadows « Sun Aug 11, 2019 2:23 pm
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by Al Meadows » Thu Aug 08, 2019 8:20 pm

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In our first episode, you'll recall I asked club members as to why my rear touring top brackets barely protruded from the armrests and that the top bows wouldn't fold down and instead rested on the armrest and upholstery. I thank all for their input. Wayne Sheldon noticed that my top bow saddle supports were of different size, one being an inch...

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At last! At last! Be patient and the answer will eventually come to you.

Let me reiterate a comment above by Allan B. You should be able to completely remove the top prop nuts and have the top sit happily in place without the nuts in place. Now, I would NOT recommend that you DRIVE it like that! But you get the point.
I am not a top expert by...

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Last post by Al Meadows
Sun Aug 11, 2019 2:23 pm
Point gap on 19 T

Last post by gjrabb « Sun Aug 11, 2019 12:17 pm
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by gjrabb » Fri Aug 09, 2019 9:52 pm

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I have a 19 T with the distributor mod. Is there a procedure for setting the points on this and what should the gap be? It is running real rough and advancing or retarding the spark does nothing. It has new points, condenser and rotor on it. Any advice would be appreciated. R/Jim

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Thanks all. R/Jim

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Sun Aug 11, 2019 12:17 pm
1929 Roadster Top boot pattern

Last post by Original Smith « Sun Aug 11, 2019 10:05 am
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by steve schmidt » Sat Aug 10, 2019 10:59 am

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I would like to make a black top boot for my Model A roadster. Is there a pattern on line I can use?
thanks, steve

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The die hard Model A boys have that stuff nailed. Just do some research to find out. Mike Francis at Classtique may have a pattern for you.

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Sun Aug 11, 2019 10:05 am
RATTLE DRIVING ME CRAZY

Last post by VowellArt « Sat Aug 10, 2019 10:10 pm
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by John Dow » Sat Aug 10, 2019 1:31 pm

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I'm ready to scream!! The engine runs like a top except for this rattle that I get while idling or coasting. I have adjusted my rod caps and removed a dozen or so spacers. I used the 1 square news paper technique to get the proper clearance. The rattle continued. I pulled the timing cover and found no excessive cam travel. I did see my Dan...

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Or, you could just throw up your hands ans confess it is a Model T after all, not a bloody Packard and all Model T's seem to rattle some, or squeak or make any one of a dozen noises I can think of...sometimes you've just got to let Lizzy be Lizzy (although I do routinely go around an tighten every nut and bolt on her just to make sure it isn't...

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Last post by VowellArt
Sat Aug 10, 2019 10:10 pm
Glass removal

Last post by John kuehn « Sat Aug 10, 2019 6:33 pm
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by Will_Vanderburg » Sat Aug 10, 2019 3:42 pm

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Can someone explain, in detail, with pictures if necessary, how to remove the glass from the frames and doors of a Center Door with the latch system.

I need to replace the felt channels and I am baffled.

Thank you and thank you.

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The same question has been asked about glass removal in the Coupes and 2-4 door Sedans. It usually involves removing the inside door panel, any type of window regulator and mounting boards brackets and door latches if necessary.
Once those are out then remove the door/window trim pieces. Slide the glass down so you can remove the tacks in the...

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Sat Aug 10, 2019 6:33 pm
Ouch...her new name is TrailBlazer

Last post by Larry e rutt « Sat Aug 10, 2019 4:29 pm
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by Larry e rutt » Fri Aug 09, 2019 7:10 pm

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So there is a hole right in the bottom of number 3 dipper pan... I was driving around town, backed in the garage and WHAT??? I noticed nothing while driving.sounded fine no rattles ,or bangs ,nothing...any thought or ideas as to what made that whole ?

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Ok.. welded the hole shut.. we're back on the road..

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Last post by Larry e rutt
Sat Aug 10, 2019 4:29 pm
Wooden Roof Frame

Last post by Humblej « Sat Aug 10, 2019 3:49 pm
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by dunoon » Sat Aug 10, 2019 2:29 pm

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I'm installing a new replacement roof frame on a 26 coupe. Should I paint it or seal it with something before installing the headliner and roof material?

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Painting or sealing the top wood parts is not needed.

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Last post by Humblej
Sat Aug 10, 2019 3:49 pm
Old Photo, Paddy Wagon

Last post by Dropacent « Sat Aug 10, 2019 1:44 pm
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by Ruxstel24 » Thu Aug 08, 2019 6:39 pm

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:( :lol:

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Just had a friend pick up 3 of those demountable wheels yesterday. If anyone knows of another out there available , let us know. Thanks!

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Last post by Dropacent
Sat Aug 10, 2019 1:44 pm
Nuts for coilbox

Last post by Pep C Strebeck « Sat Aug 10, 2019 1:36 pm
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by dykker5502 » Sat Aug 10, 2019 12:30 pm

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I've rebuild my coilbox and now I've found out that along the way I have lost 2 of the nuts used for mounting the cables. You can see they are missing on this picture and which it is:
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What size are they? As it seems you can only buy complete sets at the vendors.

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Michael,
I sent you a Private Message.

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Sat Aug 10, 2019 1:36 pm
Fender Mythbuster ?

Last post by Dollisdad « Sat Aug 10, 2019 1:02 am
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by TRDxB2 » Thu Aug 08, 2019 2:03 am

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I had these fenders since 1973 (purchased from Norm Miller in Davenport Iowa) and sold them last year. I thought they would spark some interesting discussion. Fender A is a left front and B is a right front in both sets of photos. So...................

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We have all combinations of the front (crowned) fenders, so we know they existed. Their use on which vehicle is not completely known. Here is what I have seen. I have not seen a passenger type fender (the skin has the bead inward that follows the leading edge of splash apron) as well as the central crowned area, on an original TT.I don’t remember...

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Last post by Dollisdad
Sat Aug 10, 2019 1:02 am
Old Courthouse Photo

Last post by Chris Paulsen « Fri Aug 09, 2019 11:29 pm
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by Tourabout » Fri Aug 09, 2019 5:54 am

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This picture was taken in a neighboring county.
Can any of you guys identify the cars?
Thanks

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The 14-spoke wheels were pretty unusual, and make me think Metz.

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Last post by Chris Paulsen
Fri Aug 09, 2019 11:29 pm
A Ford dealers broadside

Last post by Allen Banks « Fri Aug 09, 2019 10:19 pm
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by Mark Osterman » Fri Aug 09, 2019 9:25 pm

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Had someone drop this 11x14” letterpress broadside off at the Museum for me. Any guesses to the actual year? Low or high radiator?

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Love it....do they make a reproduction of this one.?

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Last post by Allen Banks
Fri Aug 09, 2019 10:19 pm
Babbitt Material

Last post by Kohnke Rebabbitting « Fri Aug 09, 2019 9:49 pm
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by keen25 » Tue Aug 06, 2019 6:58 pm

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Where is the best place to buy Babbitt material? Who has the formula that is the best grade or one that is the same composition as the Ford model T? Thank you. Erick

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Herm, thanks for the input. I will stick with grade 2. My book on rebuilding model A’s claims that Ford went to a cheaper lead base babbit because they thought the more robust, larger crankshaft did not require the more expensive grade. Maybe that is why the Ford name is on some lower grade babbit ingots? Just a thought. Is your Oldsmobile project...

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Last post by Kohnke Rebabbitting
Fri Aug 09, 2019 9:49 pm
Old Photo, Changing Streetlight Bulbs

Last post by 25 roadster john « Fri Aug 09, 2019 8:42 pm
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by Ruxstel24 » Thu Aug 08, 2019 6:34 pm

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Just don't look down !! :shock:

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Civil service job
Low pay, good benefits and a pension. ;)

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Last post by 25 roadster john
Fri Aug 09, 2019 8:42 pm
Leg pressing a Model T

Last post by 23ford « Fri Aug 09, 2019 8:20 pm
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by jiminbartow » Fri Aug 09, 2019 5:27 pm

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The other night, I was watching a show called “The World’s Strongest Man”. A series where four strongmen go around the world competing against eachother by trying to beat the feats of legendary strongmen of the past. On the show, they were competing to beat the record of a famous, turn of the century strongman who lifted a 1,500 lb. 1903 (I...

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Saw it and it was a great pr for the Model T.

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Last post by 23ford
Fri Aug 09, 2019 8:20 pm
Some recent auction prices.

Last post by 70shovelhead « Fri Aug 09, 2019 6:35 pm
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by 70shovelhead » Fri Aug 09, 2019 9:28 am

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Fri Aug 09, 2019 6:35 pm
26 Coupe Steering Column

Last post by Humblej « Fri Aug 09, 2019 3:26 pm
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by dunoon » Fri Aug 09, 2019 2:22 pm

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Is there suppose to be any kind of rubber/cushion between the steering column and dash board?

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Yes, molded rubber u shaped pad, one above and one below the steering column.

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Last post by Humblej
Fri Aug 09, 2019 3:26 pm
TT Floorboards

Last post by R.V.Anderson « Fri Aug 09, 2019 3:13 pm
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by jaybee47 » Fri Aug 09, 2019 8:51 am

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1924 TT C Cab floorboard set....who makes and/or sells?
Prefer solid hardwood.
Snyder's and Bob's do not have.
Lang's out of stock and no date for availability.

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My brother Jon makes them from the Ford prints. His email is jpautowood@gmail.com

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Last post by R.V.Anderson
Fri Aug 09, 2019 3:13 pm
Oh no, what's that awful noise?

Last post by thom « Fri Aug 09, 2019 11:41 am

by thom » Fri Aug 09, 2019 11:41 am

I had a scare this morning on a drive. Suddenly I began hearing a terrible screeching noise, coming from underneath, sounding like the rear of the car. I began thinking axle bearing. I was almost to my intended stop, a NAPA parts store, and when I stopped I found that the bolts holding the right rear fender to the running board and to the splash...

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Fri Aug 09, 2019 11:41 am
Forum Feature

Last post by John.Zibell « Fri Aug 09, 2019 8:11 am
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by 2nighthawks » Fri Aug 09, 2019 2:51 am

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Oh boy! So help me, I think I'm losing it ! I must have been looking right by it, because after I just posted my previous post, I looked again and there it is!!! Weird! Guess I should avoid posting so late at night when I can't sleep. Sorry,.....disregard all of this,....harold :oops:

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It is there. Look harder. Above the blue border, either Mark Forums Read or Mark Subforums Read

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Last post by John.Zibell
Fri Aug 09, 2019 8:11 am
Model T presentation

Last post by Mark Osterman « Fri Aug 09, 2019 7:45 am
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by modeltmick » Thu Aug 08, 2019 6:31 pm

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I was recently asked by a local retired men's club to give a talk about the Model T . As I have never spoken in front of an audience before I was more than a little hesitant. After thinking about it for awhile I decided to give it a try. I contacted The MTFCA and spoke to Susan Yaeger who could not have been more helpful. She provided me with...

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Steve, as part of my job for the George Eastman Museum I’m called upon to present illustrated lectures on a regular basis. Some of these have taken me to places like Japan, Taiwan, Germany, France, Mexico, Portugal and Russia. Imagine traveling to Russia to give a 30 minute presentation.

Finding your comfort level is all about knowing your...

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Last post by Mark Osterman
Fri Aug 09, 2019 7:45 am
Cleaning

Last post by Kaiser « Fri Aug 09, 2019 5:01 am
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by Original Smith » Mon Aug 05, 2019 7:00 pm

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How many of you enjoy relaxing on a creeper, under your car cleaning after a tour or two? For me it's relaxing, and I get to reflect on each piece I'm cleaning, and what effort was put into each part. I usually also have a cold beer nearby to help me on this journey. I guess I can call if fun, but it's something that needs to be done. Ford didn't...

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Dallas, finally you can have your forehead with original Ford script, although it would be a mirror image :lol:

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Last post by Kaiser
Fri Aug 09, 2019 5:01 am
What a deal!

Last post by Wayne Sheldon « Fri Aug 09, 2019 4:00 am
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by Allan » Thu Aug 08, 2019 6:56 am

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Today I took my tow vehicle to have an other set of tyres fitted. They were a swap meet purchase, 90% tread, replaced by a youngster with mud tyres.
Four tyres, purchased, fitted and balanced, $180. One new tyre is $219.

But the best part was a gift of two Olympic Butyl rubber 30 x 3.5 tubes. They have never had a puncture. Both had new stick-on...

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I love those Dill covers!
Congratulations on snatching some good tubes.

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Last post by Wayne Sheldon
Fri Aug 09, 2019 4:00 am
ignition switch

Last post by BHarper « Thu Aug 08, 2019 11:18 pm
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by 26gowjob » Thu Aug 08, 2019 8:24 pm

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Is there somewhere that explains how the switch works?
I have a 26 , external DU4mag where generator was. Bought a switch to terminal harness. Using a couple of wiring diagrams (Ron Patterson, Texas T), I have power with switch lever at DIM to headlights and tail lights, On to headlights (bright?) and tail lights. Terminal 3 is hot all the time,...

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Hi Jon,
The coil terminal of the ignition switch receives power from which ever side the key is turned to, that being magneto or battery AS FORD BUILT IT.
For your application you could wire the fuel pump to coil and then turn the key to BAT to power the fuel pump.

You WILL need a seperate switch to kill (turn off) the DU-4. The Bosch DU-4 is...

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Last post by BHarper
Thu Aug 08, 2019 11:18 pm
Parts paid for via PayPal

Last post by Bill Dizer « Thu Aug 08, 2019 10:28 pm
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by aDave » Thu Aug 08, 2019 12:35 pm

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I have bought or sold Model T parts and the payment has been exchanged by a friendly transaction via PayPal.

That organization has made an amendment to their Policy Agreement, and it leaves a little confusion in my mind.To avoid a disappointment in the future, have one of your a DEFINITE answer to : DOES THIS AMENDMENT APPLY TO MONEY BEING SENT...

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You need to see if your credit/debit card life just changed. When using my debit only card, which is direct from my checking account, and not protected by a credit card agreement, not a credit card, at my local Walmart, the card machine quit asking me to enter my PIN number. I asked why, and the Walmart people said it was on sales less than...

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Last post by Bill Dizer
Thu Aug 08, 2019 10:28 pm
Old Photo, Irregularity

Last post by Tiger Tim « Thu Aug 08, 2019 9:07 pm
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by Ruxstel24 » Thu Aug 08, 2019 4:27 am

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:lol:

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Marvel Mystery Oil will clear that right up!

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Last post by Tiger Tim
Thu Aug 08, 2019 9:07 pm
Old Photo, Good Humor truck

Last post by Tiger Tim « Thu Aug 08, 2019 9:06 pm
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by Ruxstel24 » Thu Aug 08, 2019 10:58 am

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Ice cream man !! :D

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It’s funny, if that was a colour picture I would have thought someone had wildly missed the mark eyeballing the shape of a c-cab delivery body but I guess they really were like that.

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Last post by Tiger Tim
Thu Aug 08, 2019 9:06 pm
How to repair this one??

Last post by RGould1910 « Thu Aug 08, 2019 5:40 pm
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by AndreFordT » Thu Aug 08, 2019 9:50 am

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I am busy to take wrecked 1915 Touring apart to build it up again and I found this one.
I don't think it has to do with the accident last year. It must have been broken before, to much dirt on it.

Maybe J.B. Weld??

Thanks
Andre
Belgium

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Had the same problem. Brought it to a welder who welded up the missing section and tapped it for the 3/8 x 24 tpi bolt.

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Last post by RGould1910
Thu Aug 08, 2019 5:40 pm
Enclosed Trailer Winch Questions

Last post by Quickm007 « Thu Aug 08, 2019 5:09 pm
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by 26TRoadster » Sun Aug 04, 2019 2:14 pm

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Just down sized my enclosed trailer from 32 ft to new 24 ft. I haul model Ts 26pu, 27 roadster and 30 model A coupe. So nothing heavy but trying to outfit this trailer without breaking the bank. Still working on retirement. Any issues with the HF badland and what size winch has any else had good service from? Last question, do i needed to put a...

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Thanks Paul. I will do for mine too.

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Thu Aug 08, 2019 5:09 pm
Radius on big end bearings

Last post by Kohnke Rebabbitting « Thu Aug 08, 2019 4:56 pm
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by John E. Guitar » Mon Aug 05, 2019 6:27 am

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I’m machining new big end bearings for my 26 Tourer. What radius should I put on these? I found a mention of 1/16” as the fillet radius on the conrod journals on the crankshaft in a post on the old forum so I was thinking I should make it slightly bigger than that.

The pic below is a rod I used to test my setup....

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Pictures
The car is a 1908 Aplex, 2 Cycle, quite a Machine.

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Last post by Kohnke Rebabbitting
Thu Aug 08, 2019 4:56 pm
Simpler times

Last post by Wayne Sheldon « Thu Aug 08, 2019 4:42 pm
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by Thorlick » Thu Aug 08, 2019 12:28 pm

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Since my T's engine is at Erik's shop to have the air in the crankcase changed I had a few minutes to read a story by my favorite author, Patrick McManus. In one of his short stories Christmas Over Easy Pat relates an episode from his youth when his father decided to drive his car after several month's non-use:

He got a long stick and began...

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Well, one thing about it. Erik is the best there is to have change air in the crankcase!

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Last post by Wayne Sheldon
Thu Aug 08, 2019 4:42 pm
Estate Tag Sale Bloomington Il with Model T

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by rondupree » Thu Aug 08, 2019 8:47 am

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The family of long time Prairie State Model T member Dale Sutter is selling off the contents of his farm near Bloomington Illinois in a large tag sale on August 22 to 24. In addition to a nice 1927 touring car there is a ton of antiques as well.

I have no connection to this sale, but we enjoyed having a Prairie State club meeting at Dale's farm...

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The Spy vs Spy book brought back some memories, didn't expect that between the other items :)

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Last post by Kaiser
Thu Aug 08, 2019 3:26 pm
I'm Back! (...sorta')

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by 2nighthawks » Wed Aug 07, 2019 12:29 pm

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Got a real surprise two weeks ago. Went in for my annual treadmill stress test like I've done since 2 heart attacks in 1984. Cardiologist said my test this time was somewhat abnormal and scheduled me for whatever they call the test whereby they go up into the heart through a major blood vessel to take a look! When I was again alert enough to...

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Thanks guys,......the encouraging words mean a lot!

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Thu Aug 08, 2019 2:50 pm
Just me or have there been significantly fewer cars for sale?

Last post by Terry_007 « Thu Aug 08, 2019 2:25 pm
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by keqwow » Wed Aug 07, 2019 11:59 pm

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Is it just me or has there been significantly fewer Model T's for sale this year than in past years? Or is it due to the forum changing....or other internet issues? It just seems as though there were a lot more cars coming up for sale last year and a lot more turn over. I feel like I've been looking at the same dozen cars listed forever and not...

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I think there are always more cars for sale in late fall and winter when people realize they can't keep them outside. I know several people who bought cars earlier in the year and have no idea where they are going to keep them.
Terry

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Last post by Terry_007
Thu Aug 08, 2019 2:25 pm
Schrader Valve Stem Tubes

Last post by Allan « Thu Aug 08, 2019 1:29 am
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by Chris Haynes » Mon Aug 05, 2019 2:12 am

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Are inner tubes available that use the Schrader valve stems?

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Tubes with cut-off rubber valve stems are thicker, but I doubt they are thicker than old time tubes. Often these old tubes had much thicker rubber where the valve stem was clamped in. And more often than not, that thicker rubber was reinforced with a layer or two of fabric.

When fitting old style threaded stems in new tubes, I like to leave part...

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Last post by Allan
Thu Aug 08, 2019 1:29 am
very important piece of history for sale !

Last post by Wayne Sheldon « Wed Aug 07, 2019 7:56 pm
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by Kaiser » Wed Aug 07, 2019 12:03 pm

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Just came across this ad on PreWarCar, seems a very important piece with an interresting story behind it !

(as usual, I have no connection to this item, just passing the info)

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Wow.
One time, a few years ago, quite by chance (I had my T coupe with me at the time), I got to meet Andrew L Riker's (great? great great?) grandchildren with their mother. For me, I considered it an honor, but I think the kids (while sitting in my coupe!) got quite a lesson in history and the important role their ancestor had played.

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Last post by Wayne Sheldon
Wed Aug 07, 2019 7:56 pm
Holley G pat’d 1914 carburetor

Last post by Corey Walker « Wed Aug 07, 2019 6:52 pm
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by Corey Walker » Wed Aug 07, 2019 6:11 pm

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New float, needle and seat, choke spring and venturi, reconditioned spray needle and jet, test run. $250 postpaid to continental USA email: wlkma9@gmail.com

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Oops,I put this in the wrong section.

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Wed Aug 07, 2019 6:52 pm
Headlight Bulbs Failing

Last post by FundyTides « Wed Aug 07, 2019 5:27 pm
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by FundyTides » Tue Aug 06, 2019 2:47 pm

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I have never driven my 27 T much at night so have never had a problem with bulbs failing. However, our province just implemented a new law that if a car is not equipped with DRL (daytime running lights) then the headlights must be turned on whenever the car is being driven. In the past 2 weeks, 2 of my headlight bulbs have failed on short trips....

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Checked all wiring and connections as suggested. all good except one terminal on starter switch was a little loose. Won't seem to tighten without turning the bolt. I will take the switch off tomorrow and hopefully can fix it. If generator is still charging too high I will attempt to adjust 3rd brush. Never had to do that before in the 50+ years...

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Wed Aug 07, 2019 5:27 pm
All TT owners

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by Rod Petrie » Wed Aug 07, 2019 4:32 pm

I am need of a pair of 20 rims with or without the lock rings. If you have any for sale let me know.

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Last post by Rod Petrie
Wed Aug 07, 2019 4:32 pm
How to remove a broken petcok in the pan

Last post by Scott_Conger « Wed Aug 07, 2019 4:06 pm
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by Quickm007 » Sun Jul 28, 2019 2:48 pm

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A petcok just broke in the pan. How to remove it without damage the pan ?

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ehhhhh....3/8-24 is NOT a 1/8-27 pipe tap

you no longer have a tapered hole and if the drain is a tight fit it is only because it is now cross-threaded.

plan to use sealant

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Last post by Scott_Conger
Wed Aug 07, 2019 4:06 pm
Jack Rabbit or Turbo 400?

Last post by Kohnke Rebabbitting « Wed Aug 07, 2019 3:37 pm
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by A Whiteman » Sun Aug 04, 2019 7:30 pm

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Your ideas and advice on the merits of the Jack Rabbit and Turbo 400 clutch plate sets would be appreciated.

My main issue is the clutch not slipping under load in Albert (1926 TT). I carry a bit of weight and the standard plates tend not to 'hold' over time, therefore 'strength' is my main goal. A 'free neutral' is a secondary consideration.

I...

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I pulled my 23 engine several years ago to replace transmission output shaft and the slipping transmission that I had put turbo 400 plates into. The turbo plates looked good, but about 1/3 of the Ford steel plates were cracked. I suspect due to heat from the slipping transmission. I replaced the plates and went back to standard all steel Ford...

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Last post by Kohnke Rebabbitting
Wed Aug 07, 2019 3:37 pm
What Parts Should be Pre-Ordered When Replacing an Axle in a Ruckstell?

Last post by otrcman « Wed Aug 07, 2019 3:27 pm
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by NorthSouth » Tue Jul 30, 2019 6:16 pm

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RE: What Parts Should be Pre-Ordered When Replacing an Axle in a Ruckstell?

Hello Fellow Model T-ers,

Thank you for looking at this post.

I will be traveling 5 hours round trip to Alpine CA next month, hauling the Ruckstell rear end out of my 1915 Touring, for the purpose of replacing a bent driver's-side axle, and will be doing this under...

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Whatever you pre-buy, you are almost certain to need something more. When John Semprez did my rear end a couple of years ago (and a fine job he did), he would call me from time to time and tell me what he had found and what I needed to order and have shipped to his house.

Seems to me, the only part that got re-used was the drain plug. And it was...

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Wed Aug 07, 2019 3:27 pm
1922 Center Door "Makin' some wood"

Last post by Will_Vanderburg « Wed Aug 07, 2019 1:12 pm
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by Will_Vanderburg » Mon Aug 05, 2019 1:58 pm

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I'm plugging away slowly at this kit of a car. Body is completely disassembled. Already had some new pillars made by Don Booth. Now, I'm trying my hand at wood replication (Small pieces, which is all I am equipped to do)

The two large pieces are the top rear corners of the roof, both passenger and driver's sides.

The driver's side was the only...

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I replicated another piece today. Unfortunately, I didn't take pictures. It was the passenger side front cowl piece that goes at the bottom and completes the curved bottom profile of the cowl directly beneath the floorboard risers where the front body bolts go.

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Last post by Will_Vanderburg
Wed Aug 07, 2019 1:12 pm
Line boring early block

Last post by Erik Barrett « Wed Aug 07, 2019 11:30 am
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by Erik Barrett » Sat Aug 03, 2019 8:20 pm

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One of today’s projects. Main bearings on a 1909 block.

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The block is clamped down through the cylinder bores. The rags are there to protect the deck surface from scratching. The mill drives the bar with a flexible coupling so perfect alignment is not required, but I get it close. This block has been opened up to use babbit on the upper main bearings. Originally it would have run the crank in the iron...

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Last post by Erik Barrett
Wed Aug 07, 2019 11:30 am
We Have All Been Here, Right?

Last post by Ruxstel24 « Wed Aug 07, 2019 10:33 am
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by Henry K. Lee » Tue Aug 06, 2019 8:52 pm

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THE PYRAMID OF PERSUASION!

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I had to heat a carrier bearing housing on a front axle half shaft the other day...I had to get away for a couple hours from the garage being smoked up so bad !! It was rough ! :shock:

Sometimes the flaming nut buster is the only option. 🔥

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Last post by Ruxstel24
Wed Aug 07, 2019 10:33 am
Another generator brush holder question

Last post by Dan Hatch « Tue Aug 06, 2019 9:18 pm
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by 70shovelhead » Tue Aug 06, 2019 5:25 pm

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So I started into the generator for the TT. It turned freely and would even motor with 6v applied. The armature checked out ok on the growler so it is a rebuild candidate. But after removing the brush plate I noticed the insulated brush mount was loose, actually to the point it would pull out of the holes in the plate. Has anyone had luck...

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Do all the time. Dan

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Tue Aug 06, 2019 9:18 pm
Interesting problem solving

Last post by Henry K. Lee « Tue Aug 06, 2019 8:54 pm
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by Mark Osterman » Tue Aug 06, 2019 8:29 pm

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Had a very difficult time getting enough fuel to my U&J carburetor for full performance. I tweaked the float, in increased the diameter of fuel line from 1/4 to 5/16.” I also installed a steering column air / gas choke adjuster to allow more fuel suction which showed a real improvement in speed. But decided this carburetor should perform better...

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Thanks for sharing this Mark. Fought those little pixie to many times too. This will really help others.

All the Best,

Hank

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Last post by Henry K. Lee
Tue Aug 06, 2019 8:54 pm
Interior availability

Last post by GG Gregory « Tue Aug 06, 2019 8:07 pm
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by GG Gregory » Tue Aug 06, 2019 6:01 pm

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Are the venders Snyder's, Langs, Macs still offering interior kits since Cartouche went under ? Yes I know Classtique still offers kits....I'm asking about the 3 listed.

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Thank you Will....that cleared everything for me.

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Last post by GG Gregory
Tue Aug 06, 2019 8:07 pm
Dads collecion

Last post by KWTownsend « Tue Aug 06, 2019 6:36 pm
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by jessedaugherty87 » Tue Aug 06, 2019 5:09 am

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Hello everyone, new member first post, My dad collected a wide range of cars and model ts were among them. He recently [passed away to young at that and my mom will be moving and she wont have the space for a lot of the cars so i'm trying to help her sell them and make it fair for her and the buyer. I'll be totally honest I don't know much about...

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Jesse-
Sorry to hear about your Dad. I'm on the other side of the State, but if you want to send me some pics, I can help you figure out what you have.
: ^ )
Keith

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Last post by KWTownsend
Tue Aug 06, 2019 6:36 pm
remove rear brake drum

Last post by J1MGOLDEN « Tue Aug 06, 2019 5:50 pm
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by Rod Petrie » Sat Aug 03, 2019 12:57 pm

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I can't remove the brake drum from the rear hub of my 26 TT, I am new at this. The other one came off easy. I have tried WD40 and a hammer then a bigger hammer, some heat but it won't budge. HELP.

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If The truck can still be driven, the poor boy or old farmer solution was to loosen the axle nut about three turns, replace the cotter pin (so it can not vibrate off all the way) and drive the truck over a bumpy road or driveway kind of fast. A short trip will usually loosen the drum.

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Tue Aug 06, 2019 5:50 pm
Fresh engine first start

Last post by Jack Putnam, in Ohio « Tue Aug 06, 2019 4:22 pm
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by Steve Jelf » Tue Aug 06, 2019 10:47 am

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I was working up a sweat with lots of crank pulling yesterday. I got about a half dozen false starts. The engine would run a second or two and die. So this morning I removed the NH to check it out. I found the float setting was ½ . I have no idea why I would have done such a thing, but I reset it to ¼ ,...

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A good way to fix a loose pulley is to coat the inside with a liberal coat of tin solder (50/50). Tap it into place, any high spots in the tinning will self cut to size. No shimming, and will last for years.

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Last post by Jack Putnam, in Ohio
Tue Aug 06, 2019 4:22 pm
Langs

Last post by RustyFords « Tue Aug 06, 2019 2:57 pm
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by Don ellis » Sun Aug 04, 2019 12:27 pm

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Langs has come a long ways sense 1983!

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It was a little like sending 25¢ and two box tops to Battle Creek Michigan wasn't it? How many remember? The anticipation and checking the mail each day or waiting for the mailman was almost torture. Why did we have to grow up?
OK, some of us didn't.
Rich

I maintain one small little vestige of the former hobby by running the 54 Ford Club of...

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Last post by RustyFords
Tue Aug 06, 2019 2:57 pm
Repairing the exhaust manifold threads?

Last post by Jed « Tue Aug 06, 2019 12:11 pm
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by varmint » Tue Feb 19, 2019 11:27 am

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How does one go about repairing the exhaust manifold threads?

After searching the forum somewhat, here is what I am not talking about:
1) replacing the manifold
2) replacing the pack nut to get a better bite on the remaining threads
3) using exhaust sealant like Permatex 80335 Muffler and Tailpipe Sealer
4) adding a clamp or a ring in proximity...

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Thank you guys. I now believe I have the information I need to solve this problem.

This forum is a life saver, Jed

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Last post by Jed
Tue Aug 06, 2019 12:11 pm
Improved car headlight bar bolts

Last post by John Codman « Tue Aug 06, 2019 11:58 am
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by John Codman » Tue Jul 30, 2019 2:27 pm

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I need to replace one incorrect headlight bar bolt on my '27 with the correct carriage bolt. The issue is that I don't know whether the nuts are supposed to be square or hex. The three original-looking carriage bolts have hex nuts, but the taillight bracket has square nuts. I would have thought Ford would have been consistent and used one or the...

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You don't need square or eight-point sockets for square nuts. Regular 12-point sockets work just fine. I installed a new carriage bolt and square nuts on the driver's side today with a 12-point socket. I was amazed that my local Ace Hardware store stocks square nuts!

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Last post by John Codman
Tue Aug 06, 2019 11:58 am
holley straight through nh

Last post by John bevardos « Tue Aug 06, 2019 11:33 am
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by John bevardos » Tue Aug 06, 2019 9:56 am

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question,
Can I swap my mixture needle on my 26-27 pick up to use a nh straight through?

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Thanks a bunch guys!!

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Last post by John bevardos
Tue Aug 06, 2019 11:33 am
1915 Headlight push/pull switch firewall location

Last post by Piewagon « Tue Aug 06, 2019 10:29 am
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by NealW » Thu Aug 01, 2019 12:44 pm

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I'm getting ready to varnish and paint the new firewall for my 15 runabout project, and am planning on installing a reproduction push/pull headlight switch that I got from Lang's. The firewall doesn't have a hole for it, and was wondering if anyone can provide a couple of dimensions for where it is located relative to the coil box.

Thanks!

Neal

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My '15 roadster is a June 4 1915 car and it has the round brass switch in the firewall but the car was restored 25 years ago or so and the dash is NOT original based upon the wrong size choke hole and wrong angle drilling of that same hole. The good news for me was that the hole was drilled to something under 1/4 diameter so I was able to clamp my...

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Last post by Piewagon
Tue Aug 06, 2019 10:29 am
How do you think he does it?

Last post by Tiger Tim « Tue Aug 06, 2019 9:25 am
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by Tiger Tim » Mon Aug 05, 2019 10:33 pm

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A dog drives a Model T pickup starting around 3:30

I have an idea of how I would do it but I’m curious how it’s really done.

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Most of the time the passenger maintains hands off . I'm thinking foot controls. I've always thought it would be fun to rig up a touring with the controls hidden in the back seat and a dog trained to sit in front by himself and drive .

I’ve thought about doing the same, I think the Shriners or some other such group had rear-driven Ts for a...

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Last post by Tiger Tim
Tue Aug 06, 2019 9:25 am
Front spring question

Last post by Mark Nunn « Tue Aug 06, 2019 8:20 am
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by Mark Osterman » Mon Aug 05, 2019 4:33 pm

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I assume that over the years these old front springs naturally sag a little. I wouldn’t mind having the clearance between the front tires and the undersides of the front fenders have a little more room. Can the leaves be reformed at a shop or is it just easier to buy a new front spring?

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Thruway Spring in Rochester should be able to re-arch your leaves for you.

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Last post by Mark Nunn
Tue Aug 06, 2019 8:20 am
I need help from the early T owners!

Last post by Belliott3 « Tue Aug 06, 2019 6:57 am
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by Belliott3 » Sat Aug 03, 2019 7:41 am

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I'm in the process of putting my 1910 Touring back together and I'm wondering where to find the small studs that attach to the buggy rail. There are several small holes in my rail that these studs go into in order to attach the top to instead of Murphy fasteners. I'm not exactly sure what the correct terminology is but does anyone make these...

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Thanks for all the help and input; as always, it's much appreciated! And thanks to Steve for parting with some of your stash!

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Last post by Belliott3
Tue Aug 06, 2019 6:57 am
Mirrors

Last post by D.Trotter « Tue Aug 06, 2019 4:46 am
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by D.Trotter » Sun Aug 04, 2019 6:18 pm

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Anyone have any suggestions for exterior rear view mirrors for a '26 Tudor? I feel kind of blind without them! Thanks in advance.

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Gotcha, thanks.

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Last post by D.Trotter
Tue Aug 06, 2019 4:46 am
How to tell if lacquer was applied to a brass radiator

Last post by Bob McDaniel « Tue Aug 06, 2019 12:42 am
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by FATMAN » Sat Aug 03, 2019 9:39 am

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I have a very nice 1915 roadster that I will be selling for a family friend who passed away a while back, starting to polish the brass all the lamps and other items seem to clean up great but the radiator seems like the more I polish nothing seems to work, I have no idea if it was lacquered or not, nothing is peeling off, it might be just stubborn...

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You can use 2000 grit or finer wet/dry paper and take out all the scratches from what you have done so far and also will remove any left over clear and then it will polish with Mothers or your favorite product. I have done it on brass horn parts and lights but don't use it on places you can not reach easy. The fine paper will almost make it shine...

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Last post by Bob McDaniel
Tue Aug 06, 2019 12:42 am
Ms Mary’s First Excursion

Last post by Duey_C « Mon Aug 05, 2019 10:39 pm
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by ClockDoc » Sun Aug 04, 2019 1:33 am

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I took Ms Mary for a boat ride on the Harsen’s Island Ferry with two friends, then to lunch at the School House Grille. A fun trip! :D

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Oh my. In a model T on a ferry. Look at all that water. Very nice.

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Last post by Duey_C
Mon Aug 05, 2019 10:39 pm
1923 Center door gas tank round or oval ?

Last post by Duey_C « Mon Aug 05, 2019 10:29 pm
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by Michael Davis » Sat Aug 03, 2019 5:53 pm

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Just got this project with no gas tank. I am sure it goes under the back seat? Not sure about the shape?

Thanks Mike

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Michael, your Center Door is about 400 times nicer than the one I have! :lol:
That's cool! I call mine a '24 as it has a '24 engine but I understand that isn't possible. Yep under the driver's seat.
Nice car! Thank you for the pic.

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Last post by Duey_C
Mon Aug 05, 2019 10:29 pm
Visited the Model T Museum this year? Willing to share your experience?

Last post by Wayne Sheldon « Mon Aug 05, 2019 8:10 pm
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by SusanYaeger » Sat Jul 27, 2019 2:42 pm

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We are currently preparing a grant application to be considered for the annual Wayne County Foundation Challenge Match.

If awarded the grant, donations made to the MTFCA and Model T Museum between November 4 and 12, 2019 will be matched, according to the Foundation guidelines.

It would be very helpful if we could include some comments from...

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Personal double take ! Just a comment or two. That red Proto Tools tool box in Dan T's second picture (the shop/work bench) looks identical to the one in my shop! That one looks a bit nicer, and mine is not bad. It was my Dad's well before I was born and I have been getting tools out and putting them back for as long as I can remember.

Some day,...

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Last post by Wayne Sheldon
Mon Aug 05, 2019 8:10 pm
what is this steering gear case?

Last post by EricMLexington « Mon Aug 05, 2019 7:03 pm
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by EricMLexington » Sun Aug 04, 2019 5:21 pm

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Finally took a close look at my steering gear case and it is definitely not stock Ford. But is it an aftermarket? or a backyard fix? The steering wheel is bolted through the steering gear cover to a curved metal piece. That metal piece then fits into a curved slot in a metal plate that is in the additional mechanism that has been mounted on the...

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Thanks for the info. I will not mess with this until winter.

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Last post by EricMLexington
Mon Aug 05, 2019 7:03 pm
Grandpa's TT

Last post by Rod Petrie « Mon Aug 05, 2019 6:14 pm
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by Rod Petrie » Mon Aug 05, 2019 3:36 pm

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After almost 60 years I got her home to begin restoration. I am a novice and will need a lot of advice. I have been reading the forum for about 2 months now and have picked up a lot of tips. There will be more questions as the process develops. I got the wheels off and will clean them up before sending off to be respoked. I still can't get one...

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No I did not get to ride in it just drove it a million miles sitting in one place. It has a 1947 license plate on it which is 3 years before I was born. It came with a spare engine (which is all totally torn down) I assume this was the original engine. It has a two speed rear end and a third lever that sticks just above the floor boards next to...

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Last post by Rod Petrie
Mon Aug 05, 2019 6:14 pm
Old Photos-Lassen Peak Ca. 1914-15

Last post by KWTownsend « Mon Aug 05, 2019 4:36 pm
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by JP_noonan » Mon Aug 05, 2019 1:40 pm

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Ran across these photos and article and thought you may enjoy. ;) I put a link to the article under the photos if you're interested in reading about it.

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The photographer's car looks just like mine.

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Last post by KWTownsend
Mon Aug 05, 2019 4:36 pm
Cowl Lacing

Last post by GG Gregory « Mon Aug 05, 2019 3:49 pm
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by GG Gregory » Sun Aug 04, 2019 1:38 pm

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How's the best way to install new Cowl Lacing on a 27 Roadster ? The old lacing was held in place with small ring shank nails through tiny new holes made into the Cowl....yes I know that's not the correct way. I'm lost at how to keep the lacing lined up and drilling the hole through it for rivets.

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Thanks for all the replies...it sure helped. :twisted:

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Last post by GG Gregory
Mon Aug 05, 2019 3:49 pm
The Importance of a Good Weld and Where to put it!

Last post by Mike Robinson « Mon Aug 05, 2019 3:21 pm
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by Henry K. Lee » Sun Aug 04, 2019 5:05 pm

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This is not off topic but shows the importance of welding techniques with the right locations. This happen a little over a month ago, a direct hit on my back shed used for items being sandblasted. The neighbors 70 foot plus board leaf oak came down during a micro burst. There is a 1987 Alfa Romeo Spider Quady in there as well, Just a little...

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My shop took a hit this winter. Branches hit two cars.

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Last post by Mike Robinson
Mon Aug 05, 2019 3:21 pm
Model T Day at Fosterfields Morristown N.J.

Last post by ahartley-kong « Mon Aug 05, 2019 11:05 am
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by vinmanr2d2 » Tue Jun 11, 2019 3:44 pm

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Model T Day at Fosterfields Morristown N.J.

This is a really nice event . Last year there were 35 Model T's , as well as a dozen or so beautiful Model A's . Not to mention all kinds of early cars pre 1932 . I will post more info as I find it out .

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Thanks so much all for coming and for folks like Vinny who helped spread the word and make our event great! Great pictures!

You're correct, there were slightly less cars than last year (very threatening weather forecast leading up to the event, rain in south Jersey so we lost some of the cars driving up from south Jersey, and as always lots of...

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Mon Aug 05, 2019 11:05 am
1912 Torpedo Runabout for auction in Portugal

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by John E. Guitar » Sat Aug 03, 2019 5:03 am

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Mon Aug 05, 2019 8:03 am
Model T driving lessons today

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by thom » Sun Aug 04, 2019 6:46 pm

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This afternoon we took our '21 Touring to a church parking lot near our house and my son, age 35 and his two oldest boys, ages 12 and 9 drove it. His 2 year old loves riding in it too. My daughter in law wouldn't try it. Maybe next time. The boys loved it everybody did great. The 9 year old had a little trouble reaching the pedals though. My wife...

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Fantastic! That's what we do eh? Teach 'em.
Oh my gosh, the lines I just deleted about teaching my wife to drive.

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Mon Aug 05, 2019 12:22 am
BRAKE EQUALIZER

Last post by Wilbur « Sun Aug 04, 2019 9:34 pm
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by Phillip » Wed Jul 31, 2019 7:59 pm

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I have a 1927 T Roadster Pickup. Went on a 60 mile tour today. Had a great time. We went down several hills and I need to add better brakes. Any one use the BRAKE EQUALIZER T-2565-X 26-27 from Snyders. What are your thoughts on this brake equalizer?
Phillip
College Grove, TN

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I did not find the directions very helpful installing and setting up the brakes. Finally I put the rear end up on jack stands, took the wheel off, removed the key, put the wheel back on and set the hand brake to where I could not rotate the wheel (locked up), but could freely rotate the wheel with the brake off. Next with the hand brake on, (could...

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Sun Aug 04, 2019 9:34 pm
5 times increase in thermosyphon rate

Last post by Jerry VanOoteghem « Sun Aug 04, 2019 9:18 pm
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by GrandpaFord » Sun Aug 04, 2019 8:07 am

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Warning: scientific content.

An interesting article in Science Daily recently about a 500% increase in thermosyphoning heat exchangers, see The article calls it a turbulent heat exchanger but it is the same thing as a thermosyphoning system.

A 1% addition of a chemical, hydrofluoroether, causes bubbles of this chemical to form on the hot side...

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I learned a long time ago if water flows through the radiator, in a car, too fast it doesn’t have enough time to cool down. I don’t know that this would play a role in a Ts cooling system but in a pressurized system with a pump it sure does. I wonder if it’s possible in a T ?

Then wouldn't it also hold true that the water doesn't have enough...

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Sun Aug 04, 2019 9:18 pm
TT prices

Last post by Burger in Spokane « Sun Aug 04, 2019 7:26 pm
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by Matt in California » Thu Jul 25, 2019 2:24 am

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I decided to do some research on TT prices... Here is what I found:

MTFCA Forum
$12,000 asking 6/26/19 RHD Model TT wood cab parade truck
$2,500 OBO Sold 5/22/19 1927 closed cab Short Ton Truck hand crank Galion dump bed
$4750 asking 5/12/19 1926 Ton Truck hand crank dump truck. Original Martin Perry Body
$5,000 Sold 4/30/19 1927 Closed...

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Brent,
I like both of your trucks! I do know what you mean about projects and having time to spend with family. But I love rust so your $1000 truck would be more attractive to me:) Matt

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I too would prefer a more patinaed rust/paint finish, and through use, it is slowly
working its way closer to...

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Sun Aug 04, 2019 7:26 pm
Checking for rod bend on a lathe

Last post by RGould1910 « Sun Aug 04, 2019 6:56 pm
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by RGould1910 » Sat Aug 03, 2019 8:08 pm

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Pretty simple. Made sure the cross slide was exactly perpendicular to the bed and the crank was centered. Used a 2 thou shim to hold the rod tight to the crank and swung the crank so the piston laid flat. Running a feeler guage along the skirt revealed any rod bend. 20190803_165622.jpg

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Absolutely must check for twist. That's the next step. I just now finished straightening bends. Three of the four had slight bends. The fourth was out quite a bit out. All are now within 2 thou deviation at the top land area measured one side against the other. By that I mean the max difference between the edge of the cross slide and the ring land...

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Sun Aug 04, 2019 6:56 pm
A Complicated Man with a Simple Idea

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by Jugster » Sat Aug 03, 2019 6:26 pm

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I wrote this for the newsletter of my local horseless carriage club and most of you know the story by heart, but for the newer forum attendees, I figured it may be amusing. So, what the heck...

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On the surface, Henry Ford appears a difficult man to understand. Those who invested in his vision did, for the most part,...

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Well written and a good read. Thanks.

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Sun Aug 04, 2019 3:09 pm
Metal channel for the top window rubber on a 1927 coupe door

Last post by tdumas « Sun Aug 04, 2019 3:08 pm
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by JoeG48 » Sat Aug 03, 2019 10:45 am

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I am looking for the metal channel for the top window rubber for a 1927 Coupe door... this is attached with 3 screws to the inside top of the door frame...I do not think it is made any more ??? Thanks for any help ... Joe ... joeg48@hotmail.com

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You could make a channel by using two smal thin aluminum angles.

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Sun Aug 04, 2019 3:08 pm
Oil change ?

Last post by 26TRoadster « Sun Aug 04, 2019 2:43 pm
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by Larry e rutt » Wed Jul 31, 2019 5:38 pm

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So put new oil in my T when I got it. I have driven it about 300 miles this summer and added 2 quarts through out the year , and my oil is dark with a brown color.. how many miles can you run till an oil change ? my question really is, do I need to change, or is dripping and adding enough to replenish ??

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I change them all in the fall and the spring. I use super tech (Walmart) oil year around. I know thats a hot topic but as long as its clean oil. IMO

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Sun Aug 04, 2019 2:43 pm
Try again with what I found in the garage

Last post by perry kete « Sun Aug 04, 2019 12:00 pm
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by Dennis_Brown » Sat Aug 03, 2019 10:31 pm

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Found several packages of Monkey Ward points and a couple of KW Sparkite points also several Myles Standish spark plug rebuild kits. I got them over 20 years ago when I bought a mans T parts.

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The Miles Standish plugs will only work with Priscilla Mullins wires and a John Alden coil in a Mayflower motor! :roll: :roll:

Glad you found these items and decided to share them with us.

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Sun Aug 04, 2019 12:00 pm
The 61½¢ accessory

Last post by Original Smith « Sun Aug 04, 2019 11:05 am
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by Steve Jelf » Fri Aug 02, 2019 10:54 am

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Enough for two cars was $1.23.

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On my original brass caps, I use a finer link chain, and solder it to the cap.

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Sun Aug 04, 2019 11:05 am
Atwater Kent K2 distributor gears

Last post by Bruce Compton « Sun Aug 04, 2019 10:55 am
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by Bruce Compton » Sun Aug 04, 2019 10:31 am

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I have a nice (non generator) Atwater Kent plate and distributor and am concerned about the drive gear for the end of the cam. The gear that came with the set-up has no threads or locking notch and I'm wondering if it's the correct drive gear or is there something missing. Thanks : Bruce

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Thanks Dan. The shoulders are not exactly the same width so is there a front and back to the drive gear? Thanks again : Bruce

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Sun Aug 04, 2019 10:55 am
Engine knock

Last post by 70shovelhead « Sun Aug 04, 2019 10:14 am
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by dacapt1948 » Sat Aug 03, 2019 12:57 pm

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Replaced pistons/rings. Now have engine knock when advancing engine timing. Quiet at idle, noise increases when advancing Distributor with advance lever and increasing rpms.

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When you tighten the cylinder up with a piston/ring replacement you will increase compression, (providing the cylinder is round) and put more strain on the lower end (rod journals). If the the rod or main bearings are marginal the increased compression will cause any bottom end wear to be amplified and you may notice a thump that wasnt there...

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Sun Aug 04, 2019 10:14 am
What front end is this

Last post by John Warren « Sun Aug 04, 2019 9:02 am
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by 70shovelhead » Wed Jul 31, 2019 9:37 pm

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Had a guy send me pics of this front end and wheels. Ford is embossed on the axle. What wheels are these? What years was this axle used.
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Probably use as a trailer axle 7BB34578-CCAE-4FC7-8F8C-208266122AA2.jpeg

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Last post by John Warren
Sun Aug 04, 2019 9:02 am
Scat Rods 2T7000

Last post by John Warren « Sun Aug 04, 2019 8:21 am
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by Dan Hatch » Wed Jul 31, 2019 7:42 pm

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Has anyone used these rods? Are they the standard T rod? I would like to see a pic of one. Catalog says they are 1.250 on the rod size. That is T crank size. Anyone have info? Thanks Dan

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That’s too bad about the Snyder’s rods. I thought they were great built with dippers. 😢.

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Sun Aug 04, 2019 8:21 am
A nice upholstery trick

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by Doug Keppler » Sat Jul 20, 2019 5:56 pm

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When installing the welting on your door panels the edge of the welting lifts giving an unfinished look. Lay some masking tape along the lifted edge so you dont get any glue on the door panel then apply some black weather strip adhesive with a toothpick in the crease, press it closed and put another piece of tape to hold it tight until it dries....

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“Grasshopper” I meant Doug, Super Job Brother!

Hank down in the Gray Zone

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Sun Aug 04, 2019 7:21 am

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