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got to mount 4 new tires, is it advisable to put some sort of lube or WD40 on beads to make them slip on easier and seat the bead easier?

Just read an article about a new car museum in Tucson called the Rolling Thru Time Auto Museum.

It states it is a collection of 225 classic cars and 48 Model T's.

Perhaps one of our members could check it out and post some pics.

This may be a decent bargain or possible a scam since seller has no feedback. Who knows, worth checking out anyways. Missing some pieces?

While looking thru a bunch of old model t magazines I found some adds that I what to share and find out if any one purchased,or know anything about them?
Thanks
Fitz

Someone told me ,that you need the magnets to DE Magnetizing before
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How do you do that ,And is it neccessary ???
Thanks for your Answer .
Toon

I am building skis for a snowmobile build and I am wondering do the original skis have a skeg down the middle of the bottom? And can I get width and lengh measurements. Thanks, Dennis

Just setting up my pinion gear on a shortened drive shaft for an auxilliary gearbox installation.
What stops the rear axle inside bearing from sliding back and forth. On the left side of my car the bearing can move up to 1 . On the other side it is located by the end of the carrier.
In the gasket kit for the rear end there is a small ( one inch)...

There use to be available a kit (Lang's had it) to replace the chain drive in the speedometer drive cable housing for an early Stewart speedometer that used a modern sheathed cable inside the original the original housing with ends for the drive and driven ends. I think it is NLA. I believe that it was a kit made by a fellow from Washington state....

Hello everyone, a few years back I bought a 1927 with no motor/trans, front or rear end. I was recently offered 1915 running gear, how hard would it be to adapt to my truck?

I fully understand that most of you are purists and don't care for cars with mix matched parts, I prefer stock as well but this is what I can find and afford.

What issues...

i have a friend with hayes wire wheels can he put rocky mountain brakes on the car using the existing drum riveted to the wire wheels or would ac brakes be the answer i would help him but i have no knowledge about this set up.

Looking at rebuilding my starter armature. It has 3 lifted segment where the bars are attached too the commutator.
Are the windings attached by solder ? Has anyone done a documented procedure on this ? Can't check continuity until fixed.

I’m going to need to replace the floor boards in our coupe! Does anyone have the dimensions for the floor boards or a sketch or drawing with dimensions? I have the ones that are in the car now, but they are pretty beat up. Any assistance is appreciated
Thanks
Tom

OK, so in the aftermarket world of the Model T, with hundreds of vendors believing they could create something new and improved , or, even wholly unique...my brain is scratched raw trying to figure out the possible engineering principle that could enable a tranny band to be rivetless !!!! What possible form of attachment could have been...

Hello Mr Ratsoy. Ben Martin needs for you to contact him. He has misplaced your contact information and wants to let you know that your ignition switch is ready for you. Ben Martin, Tucker Georgia
Posted for Ben Martin by GatorsModelT

I have added electric lights to my 1914 touring to make it more drivable. This included replacing the acetylene headlight burners with halogen bulbs that draw a lot of power and require a full size car battery for extended usage. I put the battery under the rear seat with a fuse box and hid the wires in the body and frame to keep it looking...

where can you order new tires without having to take out a mortgage to pay for shipping?

Tried to search the numbers alas no go on the search.

Hey, everyone!

The National Aviation Academy in Clearwater, Florida is looking for a KNOWN CRACKED CRANKSHAFT, for instructing students on crack detection. Cracked aircraft cranks are EXTREMELY RARE, (I have been working on aircraft for 49 years, and have only seen 2 actually cracked aircraft crankshafts in all that time, the last one probably 25...

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My key fits nicely into the ignition of the switch plate but doesn’t move the tumbler. I’m afraid the pot metal is swollen but really don’t want to purchase and install a new one. Has anyone had this ignition challenge and overcame it ?

Happy Chanukah today, and Happy Kwanza tomorrow dear friends. And Merry Christmas. Maybe my stocking has a proper Ford screwdriver or exhausted manifold pack nut wrench. Whatta ya think?

Merry Christmas!

Every evening I use my 1927 Model T to haul milk and farm products the 1/2 mile from my barn to my store. Here is a video from my Christmas Eve run 2024. It was just about freezing and some combination of slush and ice. You can see the elevation of my driveway if you look at the barn light at the top of the hill. The top section...

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The previous owner of this 1926 Roadster fit it with a distributor and, while out driving one day, the spark linkage came apart under the hood. The linkage arm was found disconnected (I think the nut fell off). Here’s a picture of the linkage pushed back together without a nut

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The other end of the rod looks like this:...

#2505, the seventh production car with thermosyphon cooling.

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Good Morning MTFCA ! I would like verifications on the following dimensions on installing a top on the 1914 Roadster. I understand that the center bow needs to be 25 between the bow and the back of the windshield. Currently the measurements I have are 24 with the center bow plumb with the car. Should I disregard the plumb and go with the...

Inquiring on procedure for non-destructive ampmeter bezel removal ...... Internal post connections may need solder to reduce resistance.

I just acquired a mint original 3Z pack nut wrench. I doesn't appear to have ever been used. What is interesting to me is the paint. It appears to have been primed with an orange primer prior to the black finish coat. I've not seen anything like this ever. It's definitely very old, and not done recently.

The rubber grommets used to make the tail lamp wire bushings dried up and fell apart after thirty-some years of service, so I replaced them with new ones of about the same size.
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A local Model T buddy found some old porcelain insulators and we are trying to find out what size the original Ford issued bushing measured. I read...

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So, I have this magnet recharger on its way.

Besides adding a switch which is easy enough, where would I put a meter? Does it matter which leg it would go on between the switch and coils?
Sorry about having to use the full listing from eBay, could not get just a single image to load properly.
I had gotten more information from the seller that...

Saw this in the Western Washington archive. Not bad for a twenty-plus year old car -

This may or may not be off topic but is there a way to add a like button? Often times I don't want or need to add anything to a post but would like to respond in some way, like being able to click on a button to say that I like a post without having to type 10 characters to say like .

I just talked to Gene French and he referred me to Dave Huson for a part I am looking for. I found a web site of his modeltcentral.com but it does not allow a message to be sent. The site looks to be untouched for a long time.

If anyone has a way to contact him please PM me.

Thanks
Scott Sutherland

Has anybody else not got the nov -dec issue yet.

Here’s the oil pan that goes with the 22 dated engine I bought at Luray. I bought the block with pistons, crank, cam and head plus this pan for $100

I used an inspection cover I redid from Hershey, and replaced one pet cock and the wishbone studs from my stash of parts.

The cover is really shiny from a spray bomb, sanded between coats.

Hello all,

The carb restoration took me to pay attention to the gas tank and after cleaning and sealing it, I have found that the sediment bulb wont fit. The PO has installed a brass bushing in the outlet and had screwed in a brass elbow leading to a copper line to a flex hose to carb. There was no sediment bulb.

I'd like to restore it to...

Yesterday I had a poke around in my favourite antique shop which has a good selection of tools, and I found the top one. It is in very good order, and is branded PMG on the handle. The Post Master General's department was charged with running our postal service and the telephone system for the whole country before the phone system was privatised...

Here is my form of relaxation. I enjoy laying on my creeper, preferably with a cold beer at my side wiping down the film that gets all over everything. On one car especially it's more meaningful. This car never existed. I built the car from scratch with all original parts, including the nuts and bolts. I'm able to look back at every single part...

By Arthur Conan Doyle, 1913.

I have a complete set from 1904 thru 1929. Does anyone else have a set or mostly a set? The 1904 book is very scarce. I beleive the 1929 book is the last one. I have never heard of one later. here are some photos. I started with a 10 or 12 of them yearts ago. Over the next 1-0myears I was able to find the rest. A few new rebinding, Some are like...

This sold at a local auction yesterday. Been setting in a building for at least thirty years. Was actually owned by the local lumber and hardware store that has been in business for 100+ years. Mostly complete, tires cracked, spokes look ok, engine froze tight. Sold for $8,000. 20241211_135019.jpg

Is anyone using the new Cam bearings being supplied by the vendors having issues with fit? I am trying to repair a .030 cam thrust issue .my cam is a new 280 but was installed with used bearings years ago.i purchased a new front cam bearing correct for the cam but am finding it to be out of round enough to not fit into the block.it also is very...

Hi Folks,

I am looking for the drain valve for a Kingston L4 on my 1925 Model T. Cant find it anywhere. Mine was leaking gas so I want to replace it.

Any Ideas?

TIA

Have looked at all the information I can find on speedos but still cannot find an exact ID.

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Can someone point me in the right direction please.

This is my first model T. I'm recovering my seats in leather and building a new top. I have a couple of questions on the top and can't seem to find the answers. 1. Should this top have straps front to rear as on the touring top? 2. I purchased my top material from Mike at Classtique, I bought the pre made to pads from them but they are 9 wide, the...

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Can someone please give me the dimensions of the timing gear nut? I'm only needing the dimension across the flats and the outside diameter of the flange.

Thanks!!

.... What would cause the vibrator point to magnetically stick to the center post of the primary coil ?...... As was asked by a friend .

Where can I go to find and see how fenders are attached both front and rear. Also, any information with
regards to hardware used.
This would be for a 14 to 15 depot hack.
Thank you.

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Rather than drift in the screwdriver discussion, I'll start a new entry.

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The 1917 wrench has survived in vast numbers, and most of us have it. You can adjust your bands with it, as intended.

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The 5-Z-829 ratchet is much easier to use (quicker). You don't have to turn it over multiple times.

Interesting 1910 Cadillac find, with lots of T parts and goodies sprinkled about. I bet there’s a lot of places like this still waiting to be found.

I finally have the means to ask my grandma if I could take the Model T and restore it - she said yes! Only thing is, I’ve never restored a vehicle, but I have some support (Mechanical Engineer friend and Electrical Engineer friend who are really excited to help out), means/willingness to do classes/education, the monthly money drip (or fountain),...

Posting for my friend Joe...he acquired this thing attached to a block. Wants to know if anyone's seen anything like it and exactly what's it for or does. Thanks!

Installing tires on a Model T or a Model A is no one's favorite task to do. Having installed three sets of tires on Model T's in the past, I have found that tire spoons work well for me. However, there's still the risk of scratching up the rims.

This past week I decided to have the rims from our 1929 Model A Tudor rims powder coated. The rims had...

Looking at online ads tells me that it's pretty common for people to not understand what they're trying to sell. Just saw a 1924 with 26-27 pedals and no look under the hood. The price was $14,000. Even at a reasonable price, I wouldn't buy a T without at least seeing it. Considering what site this is, I expect I'm preaching to the choir. :D

I have a current Hartford 30X3 1/2 tube. I don't recognize the valve stem as it has a different texture than the industry has been using forever. I've been cutting of the rubber valve stems for years, and replacing them with factory originals. I have had good luck doing this, and it makes me feel good that I have correct valve stems on my cars. I...

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And the rest is history ! :lol:

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I have to polish the brass on my Haigh's Chocolate's van for an appearance next week. It usually takes me a long, boring day to do the brasswork, a task I am becoming less enamoured with each time it has to be done.

My dear wife took pity on me and gave me an early gift It is a little marvel, without any oil.
Using my regular Autosol paste...

I just saw this auction coming up in Mendota, Illinois.

I see several Model T's and some old tractors. FYI

We, two of my grandsons and I, rode in the local parade again today. Now my low gear pedal goes almost to the floor. The linings are very low hour/mileage so I hope it will adjust and work a while longer. All else went well until I got back in my driveway headed for the garage. Then the radiator blew. It now has a split about 3 long at the top...

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Knowing that if you stack-up enough time, money and skill, anything is possible; What is the viability of thread repair on an original exhaust manifold?

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The only reason that I am asking is that this is a Made In Canada manifold and if it weren't for that, it would have ended up in the scrap barrel, straight-away....

Thank you you for your patience. I watched the final first version countless times only to find a few errors which turned into the past 6 hours straight improving. Enjoy this reflection of the designing, building, and assembly of The Hank Lee M1 Rebel. Thank you Hank Lee for your military service to our country and inspiring & crossing boundaries...

How long should the hose be for a Bridgeport Brass double cylinder tire pump?

Has anyone put a mechanical tach( Stewart Warner or ? On a cable drive off the generator? What do we do to get the ratio of rpm correct? Any thoughts. ? Thanks. any ideas welcome. Eric

The 15 has a steel round that fastens the rear of the top to the body. Anybody have an idea as to where to source the material?

I’m curious if anyone knows of someone selling the blue mechanic coveralls with Model T-era logos.

I thought this was discussed recently, but I couldn’t find the previous message thread. I’d love to see if any are available for Christmas.

Darin

What black paint finish should be on the 1914 lamps, horns and other painted brass items? I mean glossy, semi, satin etc. Thanks, Art

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Happy Holidays everyone. I just pulled the motor and did some work including changing the bands in my 22. Put everything back together and had it running in the garage and everything seemed fine. I took it out for a test drive and made it about a block and it started spitting and sputtering. I made it back home and it died and wouldn't start...

With heavy hearts we must share the news that Mary Potter has passed away. Most of you will remember Mary as the wife of Russ Potter who supplied rebuilt carburetors for many Model T hobbyists. Mary too was instrumental in the business, handling all of the business's shipping and billing duties.

For those wishing to attend her services, her...

For the past year or so I have had a passion to get the Low Bridge Kingston coil to fire better. I noticed when I started troubleshooting and rebuilding these that the current hardware was causing the coil to perform poorly. The output was weak and the coil was not consistent.

I could tune them for more power but found they would not fire on the...

I bought a new floor mat 8 years ago and with great difficulty installed it last week, tearing the brake pedal slot in the process.
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The old mat was already quite torn, making it easy to install and remove.
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The new mat is covered in a black sort of dust or mold release agent which stains...

I'm searching for a 1916 Couplet Build Sheet that is Mid to late July. I have sent an Email to Benson Ford per this request, but am curious whether MTFCA, may have a specific BFA resource to make this request to. Does someone have such a contact who I could reach out to?
Regards, Scott

Our local parades are coming up soon, as are most I suppose. I'm thinking I'll ride our three grandsons in our '21 Touring. Then, I'm seriously considering selling the car. We've had it since late 2016 and enjoyed it. It has non-demountable wood felloe wheels, with new/old tires. I'm told the wheels need rebuilding or replacing. That is so...

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My ‘26 roadster with a straight thru Simmonds or NH carburetor failed to start. Diagnostics dictated fuel problem. With the sediment bulb shut off I’m underneath draining the bowl. With that over I removed the bowl and float. Latter didn’t make any noise when shaken but the triangular shaped needle didn’t fall out so I removed it. And it’s rubber...

I’m going to install a cast iron dual exhaust manifold and I need to make some clips for the studs to attach it. Just wondering if someone can show me a design that they know works!!
Thank you

OK, Guys and Gals,
I am having a major brain issue.
The petcock for the radiator needs to be replaced.
After pulling the old petcock out the threads are really messed up.
Is there a helicoil thread repair for this application?
According to Lang's the it is 1/8 pipe thread.
If there is such a helicoil fix for this what size should I get?
Or...