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I had two small cracks one in each windshield,I called Langs they don't handle glass they said have it cut at a local glass Co. So I did installed them both and they car has sat since not even started,went out today and lower window developed a crack just sitting there, must be a place that sells these ready to go these were only beveled on one...

I really don’t need more stuff, but I went to estate sale and at the end I was afraid the scrap yard would next:

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I did research on old forum posts and the yellow type of wheels have been used with regular Model T hubs. Evidently for the rear wheels I will need to have a spacer plate. I would...

Gentlemen:
called the Tech. instructor at the auto. restoration dept. at McPherson College … the swapmeet is on April 13 from 7:00 thru 4:00 ...there are inside as well as outside spaces available … outside spaces are $20 and the inside spaces are $25 … Sander is the contact person … his # is 916-217 4827 … I will be there with my Babbitt bearing...

Thinking about puchasing new cams for the brake and reverse pedals. Any concerns I should be aware of? Ie quality of the pieces, how they fit with original pedals with the usual amount of wear, or other conerns.

Can somebody tell me, please, if and where it's possible to buy replacement early style E & J side-lamp chimney tops :?:

I have a situation where the holes have slightly wallowed out on the door hinge screws. Is there a product that can be applied to create a good tight bond in the holes? DSC08062.JPG DSC08062.JPG

My 1927 T roadster pickup has a 1920 engine/transmission and at low to moderate RPMs it is smooth, but at high RPMs it starts to have lots of vibration under no load or running down the road. What would be the first suspect? I thought maybe the rear main bearing may be worn so I pulled the oil pan. I see no way with out my little 2 year old...

Yesterday I took the hubs out of a very solid set of 30x3.5 wheels. I need to clean and paint them for my TT project. One hub had a split where the hub cap screws on. The other is really nice. They both are wearing original paint. I used an impact to take nuts off and broke all but one hub bolt. going to replace them anyway
The hubs were so tight...

Bob Shirley in his recent post,.... What Happened? It Just Quit ,....talked about fiber timing gears,.....

Now don't mis-understand,.....I am NOT recommending the use of todays fiber timing gears, because in my opinion, they are absolute junque ! However,.....

Here's something that has bothered me for a long time, and I'm thinking that maybe...

I’m taking my custom hay baler to Dearborn on the 23rd of this month; coming home late on the 26th. Thought we’d spend the entire Tuesday afternoon at Piquette and the next 3 days at THF and Greenfield. Is the bus system from the airport manageable or should we rely on cabs? Are any other Forum Friends going there at this time?

Just installed an I Timer. I am now able hand crank my starter equipped T by the first pull. This afternoon did 2 priming pulls went back just turned on the key and she started running. Yesterday went for a 22 mile drive on Bishop's Lodge rd to the Tesuque Market drove like a champ. Just made sure coils were adjusted and plugs gapped and cleaned.

Split brass rivets (aka bifurcated rivets) 3/16 shank diameter, 5/8 shank length (7/16 work thickness + 3/16 clinch allowance), 5/16 or 3/8 truss or oval head diameter.
Looked everywhere including internet.
Does anyone know where these rivets may be purchased?
Model T suppliers sell semi tubular rivets and also too short.

A friend of mine Is building a TT. He has to replace the wood. Does anyone supply a wood top kit?? Don

The history; a low use, 3-28-15 motor sat in a barn without the 4 main in the motor and rats lived in the pan. Spent over a year off an on, on the rebuild. New or re-ground everything. The only changes, went to high compression pistons, adjustable lifters, stainless valves and added starter so it got a rebuilt coil ring and recharged magnets. The...

Have a look at BUSES in
Some interesting machines there to see :-)

I have a question about a Ford “Y” type spare tire carrier that I have. I am trying to figure out if it is for a 30x3 1/2” rim or for a 21” rim.

I know the easiest thing to do would be to try and mount a rim on it, but unfortunately I just got rid of my last set of demountables so I don’t have any right now for a size reference.

Does anyone...

When was the Holley H-1 carburetor discontinued and the Holley S carburetor implemented? From what I've read, the H-1 was used in 1912, and the S in 1913. I'm wondering if there's any documentation as to when the transition actually took place. I currently run an S on my '13, built roughly in October of 1912. I have a restored H-1 I could use.
Any...

I am looking for a couple of examples of original K.R. Wilson W-34 Differential Holding Plates. In particular I am looking for details of the mounting holes where they would mount to the bench top. I have only been able to find a couple of photos (and catalog illustrations) but none focusing on what I am looking for. I am hoping that one or two...

I have a very nice early block with original standard lifters. I have a new set of adjustable lifters that are also marked std. How much clearance should I have using the new lifters? Or would it be best to go to the next size using the proper reamer? Thanks, John

Whenever the subject of fuel comes up there are comments to the effect that ethanol gas quickly goes bad and/or wreaks havoc on carburetors. I can cite one personal experience with the latter. To get my log splitter working, I had to dismantle the aluminum carburetor and clean out the residue after it sat for a few months.

Yesterday I started my...

After days and days of rain it’s 72 degrees and sunny in Santa Rosa CA today and I couldn’t resist going for a spin. How many coffee shops can I find around town? Good thing I switched to decaf...
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These came with the tack rail set for my 24 Touring.

They seem to line up with holes associated with the top pivots, but I can't figure out exactly where they go.

Can anyone shed some light on this?

Another dumb question from Tenn. If I replace the magnets with oil slingers do I remove the coils too?

1915 T, getting knock when engine cold, just at thrust and drag power setting and after engine gets hot, no knock.. Is this a sign of center main bearing??
Wilf

1) most trailers have smooth wood floors. Is it a good idea to put some kind of non-skid where the tires ride to reduce the tendency of the car to slide to one side or the other? 2) Once the car is positioned and the straps tightened, should the hand brake be set or should you leave the car in neutral, held in place only by the straps?

So on another thread these have been discussed and also recently on other threads.
My question; Is there a market for a run of perhaps 50 of these? Probably made from aluminum. In this case I have a good pair to design from. Perhaps you have noticed that I sometimes enjoy the “Brain Teaser” aspect of some of these things

I need someone who can grind a Model T crankshaft in N. California. The guy who did my last one over 10 years ago is no longer in business. I hope to find someone who indexes off the flange, not the third main. If none are N. California, I suppose I can send it to someone within the USA who grinds a T crank correctly.
Most I've used do not index...

I have a 1927 T coupe. I have 1 sill plate. The plate is 9.75 long and 1.5 wide. I'm either looking for another to match or a pair of to replace them both.

The Blue 1911 T that sold on the forum 16,500 is how on ebay bidding at 22,100 It will be interesting to see how high it goes

Can a person make adapters from aluminum for 5 and 6 hole T hubs to adapt to Model A wheels? How thick would they be? Do A wheels need support towards the outer end of the center? I have round stock that I could use. My driving miles would be at a very basic minimum.

Just when things were going so well....... Today I started cleaning up my front wheels in preparation for painting and varnishing. They are Hayes wheels with wood spokes and steel felloes. The spokes are tight, the wood in good condition with one exception. One of the spokes has a hairline crack that starts somewhere under the hub flange and...

Recently, I sent my wheels off to be repoked by Noah Stutzman. Was wondering about the best way to seal them when I get them back. While I know that the purist way is to paint them since they came from the factory that way, I'd rather stain them a walnut color and use sealer. What's the best way to go about that?

Continuing with the brakes, I thought I should do the brakes for the cars as well.

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I'm not sure you can even get cast iron shoes without linings as Ford made them. Since they were what came on the car originally, that's why they're on the drawing and the lined shoes are noted as accessory styles.

As for the cam...

This is supposedly a NOS, late style, rolled grip starting crank with Ford script - question; has anyone seen this type of rolled grip ? I've cranked & handled dozens & dozens of the later style hand cranks but have never seen one like this !!! Original Smith - input ?

I hijacked the photo off Ebay & apologize for any improprieties !

I don't know where I've been and why I've never seen it until now, but I just today discovered the approximate 5/8 size Fordson tractor that Henry built/had built for his grandchildren. It uses a Model T engine and rearend. Other parts are one-off for the build . I love it I would love to do the same for my three grandsons! I would also love to...

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It looks like an off shoot of auto polo. I hadn't heard of it before.

Wife is grabbing us a sandwich and we are going to visit mom at the nursing home. About a half hour drive in the modern car...so I think an hour of back roads for the T. She should be surprised ! :D
This will be 3-4 times farther than I have ever ventured from home.
I feel confident, but I gots tools and extra parts !! :lol:

I am building a hand crank coil tester. I have 2 coil rings both check out good
Using a battery charger and hacksaw blade as well as a compass. Magnets are
Charged
I can only get 3 volts out if it any advice?

According to the serial number on the block and frame of my car, it was made on 12/6/1926.
Is there any way of finding out when and where the body was made by the serial number stamped on it?
Is it 158702B or 158/02B ?

My centerdoor left door latch has a broken return spring. I have been unsuccessful in coming up with some type of fix. I am hoping that someone on the forum has BTDT and can offer up a solution. TIA

A few months ago, the starter motor burned out on my 1925 Ford Model T, so in this video I show you how to properly remove and replace the starter motor on your own Model T (1919-1927). Earlier Model T's did not come with a starter motor and relied solely on muscle power to start them! Enjoy the video...

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These are the bulbs Dave Hanlon mentioned and I have purchased,
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Here are 2 photos with the warm white on the right. I have not driven with them yet, but
thought you might like to see the comparison.
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The difference is much more noticeable in person.

Wonder which pair the other driver coming towards me would like to...

Split hoods for side deflecting headers can be a pain and causes other issues as fatigue etc.

Simple cure, Blade and Scabbier since the bottom is fixed and the hood will be held by 3 leather straps. Represented by the red lines.

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All the Best,

Hank in Tin-A-See

I have been restoring a KR Wilson pan jig for the last month. I am basically finished with the restoration. I have it as close to original specs as I can get it with my tooling. Now I plan on straightening the pan for the speedster project and then take the pan to another known to be good pan jig to compare my finished product to the known jig. If...

I am rebuilding “the ends” of The Basket Case, found that front end has been, hmm, “customized”! Wondering What is the proper length of each of the individual leaf springs? I believe 7 is the correct number, looking for length/configuration, how many leafs within clips?

Do the retaining bolts for the spring clips go above or below the spring? I have seen both.

Are there multiple types of spring clips? With and without locating tabs. I recently disassembled a 24 front spring and found the clips had locating tabs while the corresponding spring leaf did not have locating holes as I had expected.

Here are four shots of the back seat cushion spring wood.

As it faces you, the spring attached to the opposite side of the wood (where the vacuum is), with the upholstery material wrapping down the front, back and sides of the spring and wood, and being nailed to the wood with the spring sandwiched inside.

After that was done, a piece of cloth...

So I have always dreamed of owning an 11 Touring, a good one, Stynoski winner. Alas a real one its not in the budget. To compensate, I decided to just make my own...a little day late April's fools day trick. 37802.jpeg

Who makes a top for 1913 roadster companys seem to stop at 1914 glenn of northport

I want to silver solder a couple of mounting bolts to the back of the chrome-plated brass FORD script I bought to mount on my radiator. I'm planning on grinding off the chrome in the spots where I want the bolts and using a micro-torch to do the soldering. My question is, am I likely to discolor the chrome on the opposite side or have others done...

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26-27's rear brakes were quite a bit different from the earlier years, in that there is no shoe bolt, one spring and the shoe itself is more like a band than a shoe and the linings are a single piece that wraps round the shoe. And since the design of this shoe is a one piece lining more of the shoe expands upon the drum, increasing the emergency...

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Do you think that the following would work? Put O-rings on the clutch-operating shaft in the hogshead, with washers and light springs to hold them against the casing. Would it be necessary to make washers with lips on to contain the O-rings? See attached sketch. Regards, Colin.

I have a leaky petcock at the sediment bowl. It is acting the same way as the petcock at the radiator. I replaced the radiator petcock and the leak stopped. I am going to order a new petcock from Lang's. Is there anything different I should know about replacing the gas petcock as opposed to the radiator? Thanks in advance for any help.

Years ago I saw some shots of Hap 1915s cut off touring and never thought I'd have my own.

Now I have a 1915 cut down touring, but can't find some good photos of Haps car for inspiration. Does anyone have photos of early cut down tourings they could share? Or better yet, threads that describe similar cars?

Thank you in advance.

I have the full gasket set for my 1918 engine, which I am reassembling. Whilst it has a modern seal for the front of the crankshaft it has the old felt seals for the front of the camshaft. Is it possible to obtain a modern seal, in the UK, for this? The UK Register does not hold them. Regards, Colin.

November last year I bought a 1915 touring with accident damage.
With the paper work I found this. It say 2009.
Does any one out there recognize this??
I found a name on it Model T Jack. Who was he??

Thanks
Andre
Belgium

....series of 10 episodes beginning 27 April on AMC channel. This will be the second series of ‘The Son’ starring Pierce Brosnan. Today I just received the approval to post these pictures of Pierce in my 1919 centerdoor. There’ll be lots of TT s too. Our friends Luke and Jeff Cordes furnished the “sheriff’s” centerdoor patrol car and Paola Nunez...

Miss Susie braved the bad roads and worked diligently to help load out a slow rolling Model T in Valley, Nebraska ( outside of Omaha ) - despite having a broken wrist .... :geek:

And she brought along her husband Tom who helped out as well .... :mrgreen:

Thank You Both ;)

FJ

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There was a thread like this some time ago on the old Forum. But I couldn’t post pictures then. Can now !! thanks to Chris and Jeff... so, let’s see them! This is Agape’ in my ‘14 Ford runabout. Note black top prop nuts The interest she appears to display is far beyond that of my wife’s 😞

These are all late 1909-11 except the one oval early 09 steering ball arms
about 1/2 shorter than late styles and most have the correct raised numbers
Bob

Just putting engine back together forth main oil hole does it go up of down thanks mike

What solvent or chemical (lacquer thinner, mineral spirits, etc) is good to pour into a gas tank that has sat for awhile to drain out through the potato for a general cleaning?

Thanks,
Jim

If you add picture attachments and they preview upside down or sideways will they right themselves when you post them?

This coming weekend is the Portland Swap Meet. Who will be there? I plan to take some stuff out to put in the HCCA booth.
Is there anything specific anyone is looking for? I'll be loading up in the next day or so.

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Keith

Hi Folks

Any ideas on why oil seems to be coming up threads in plugs after car being driven. Ive checked the plugs and they are tight

Regards

Noel

I see where the string goes in the grove on the reflector. How do you get it to stay in place when you put the lens on when the headlight is on the car?

Good day! I've recently entered into the world of the model T with a 1915 cut-down touring with what I believe is a 1915 chassis powered by a 1922 engine. A real farmers special!

Anyways, the front of the chassis is interesting... it has what looks like an elongated long spring with accessory perches and a neat mounting for the wishbone. Is...

Hey all,

I am rebuilding my 1915 touring. It came with no firewall brackets but with a construction of wood bolt nails and something that looks like glue.
There should be two brackets that must do the job a better way but how are they mounted on the body and the firewall ?

Found some photos on ebay.

Thanks
Andre

Belgium

Call me crazy but I think she's TOAST. The differential bolts have more steps carved in them than a stair master, 3 of the six thrust pins sheared off and a broken axel gear tooth.........so much for just swapping thrust washers. On the bright side, the Hyatt bearings are perfect and there's only half a thou wear in the axel shaft bearing...

The Copake automobilia and antique bicycle auction is April 13, in Copake NY, southeast of Albany. Copakeauction.com should find them. Very high buyers premium and 8% sales tax on top of it. I have no interest in it, am not selling anything there. Catalog is online.

OK, I admit this is a newbie question but I'm not proud :-) I'm looking for a enclosed trailer to haul my '17 touring and am stymied by the height of the door required if I want to leave the top up. The highest point of the car with the top up is 7 feet. I've seen a number of nice trailers but the doors are typically only 69 to 72 inches high.

I...

I had something to post that was a bit off topic but still related to old iron/engines. I recall there may be a place for that now or? Can someone help with that so I don't create problems unknowingly.

Thanks in advance.

Peter and the guys are coming along with the Ford Special racer. Just received pics of the auxiliary exhaust ports sliding rail and foot control (to the right of the steering column in the first pic):

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Pedal and brake/high handle are almost bent and extended into place, and the steering column has been extended:...

Model T's are amazing cars. Those who have been around awhile know this. I have a '13 touring that I have had since I was 18. It has well over 55,000 miles on it. But I'm posting this more for the new people to the hobby. My car is almost the way it was built. Yes, the engine has been out a few times, and I've replaced all the valves, but it still...

This cab has sliding/roller doors and sliding door and seat-side windows. Reference the 24-25 MP Dealers Catalogue for Standardized Commercial Bodies No. 79 Drop Sash at Seat Side. Original windows have a 1 inch webbing loop attached to the window - see attached pictures. Do not find any other attachment point in the surrounding original wood...

When you have a good experience with vendors I think it should be shared. This past week I had my Mercury Body Speedster delivered to the MTFCA Museum by Bill Squires of Bill's Auto Works, never had a better hauler that was on time to the minute and went out of his way big time
to meet my demands. A fine gentleman and business man. Thanks Bill.

Before I delve into this.
Does anyone know how to remove this style wheel ? I think I can figure it out, but don't want to do anything wrong and damage it.
I would like to grease the gearbox.
The tag has been polished smooth, I'm not sure what brand it is. Just an advertisement logo on the horn ring.

I have a 1920 front seat that I no longer need. Another person is looking for a seat for a 1924. Snyders states that they are different sizes. Is one longer than the other or deeper than the other ? Can they be interchanged? My new seat fits and looks great. Thank you.

Since I got my new 09 touring I have wanted to see what top end was because it did act like it wanted to run every time I took it out but I never drove it over about 30 for short runs. I have seen 65 MPH with the top half of the windshield down according to my GPS! Anyone else had a stock Model T faster than that?

So I've searched through a few forum articles about the 1912 Dash and Steering Column, but still wasn't able to find my answer. Here's what I got: I have a 1912 Steering column with the offset hole, and a repo two piece dash from Snyders. My steering bracket is the T932B. I wanted to install the column on the two piece dash, but noticed that the...

Indiana is stopping auto racing on the one mile dirt tract that the Hoosier 100 runs on. Auto racing goes back to 1906 on this track. They are going to make it a horse racing track, going back to the 1890's. It looks Rob won't get to run that Ford Special racer or his Model K on that historic dirt track. It is so sad to loose this track !

Could this door handle be repaired? It is from my 1916 Model T touring. The two pieces appear to be soldered together. Although the handle itself is good the spring mechanism has gone bad, and every time I get a few feet down the road the door swings open. What can be done?

It is unfortunate some of us have been kicked to the curb and left behind. There are several of us still NOT able to access this forum. I keep getting a Trojan virus block message and unsecured website. I'm not the only one.

Can not access at home or work. Not getting any love.

HELP!!!!

Sending this from my wife's phone. My big fingers can't do...

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Well this was a really fun weekend... Carston had spring break last weekend. Found out I was driving a route to the Coast doing vacation relief deliveries on Saturday starting at 1 am. I was able to take Carston in the big Alpenrose truck with me and showed him what my day to day routines was like....

Hi
I am Patrick from Germany
have a Model T from 1926
Have him now running, I'm already gone
Just wanted to introduce myself
My English is not that good.
Here are a few pictures if it works with the upload

greetz patrick

Been under the weather fighting this and that, winter crud.

Progress has been well lately as I am getting toward the end and wish to share knowledge and methods.

The purple filler is Evercoat Fibertech, a Kevlar reinforced resin that is excellent for supporting welds.

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Indexing the ends and baffles to ensure no twisting....

I am trying to identify an accessory starter that shows it was patented on Sept. 15, 1915. There is no name on the starter. How do I search for this patent? None of the searches I have made have produced any useful results.

Thanks
Dennis

I have yet to try to install a top on my 1917 touring. There are plenty of other things that need to be done first. My question is this... I've been told that the wood portion is normally wrapped in black fabric, but mine are wrapped in white. The fabric looks really old telling me it's been on the car a long time...maybe original.

What is...

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