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Ford Motor Company announced a Ford Special racer was sent to France to compete in the Grand Prix in May, 1911. The racer arrived sometime by early June, and immediately went into competion, competing in one kilometer races in a warm up to the LIght Car races set for June in Balougne. The Ford won it's class in the 1 K trials, clocking 69 mph over...

For some Ford stock part fun, here’s one.

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Post by Rich Bingham » Fri Mar 08, 2019 8:08 am

Dan, what publication did that puzzle appear in, and when ? It would be a treat to see more ! (Maybe some of us could earn that $1.00 prize ! :D “

These Puzzels appeared in Ford Owner and Dealer in mid-...

Hi Everyone - From Winter in Iowa! I need your help & advise on whether I should powder coat my wire wheels? I am thinking of having my wire wheels powder coated for looks & durability! I was on A T tour years ago where one of the Ts spun the stems off of two tier tubes (30x3 1/2). The rims had been powder coated. What is your experience with...

In undergoing a re-restoration of my 1924 Touring I have a question pertaining to the interior trim below the two rear doors adjacent to the floor. Attached are photos of each the left and right interior doorways showing two small irregular shape panels one either side of each door. I believe these to have been put there during the restoration...

Fordson tractor pulling some type of machine. But the man blocks most of the view. Cannot figure out what it is for sure. Possibly one of those machines to break in the engines? Odd looking engine stand that the T block is on. And some type of crankshaft machine on the workbench. Possibly for straighten the crankshafts.
We will be at Chickasha...

If anyone needs a car ( or tractor or another toy ) transported south, I have a fellow available making a trip from NY to Florida for me. He has an open, heavy trailer, and is a hobbiest. He is hauling a truck north to Ohio for me, and would be available for your load south. Need it done in the next 3 weeks, so if this may work for you, get in...

As an EE I couldn't tolerate the messy wiring of my 1927 Roadster so I yanked everything, installed a terminal block (and fuse) at the firewall and then rewired all with proper wires. The only part which I'm not satisfied with is the terminal block itself. I bought it from Langs, it has 6 positions and is rubber coated with #6 machine screws. My...

Progress continues with other quest on this Guy's Baby!

Thought you folks would enjoy seeing how sheetmetal is formed and yes, you folks have the talent, just apply yourselves.

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This is the pattern we decided to fit the custom Speedster.

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A double lay out and cut using 3/4 Advantech flooring works great....

I need an engine to go from Ohio to Florida, Is any one heading that way in the near future? Thanks Joe 419-618-1025

Yes, I know it's supposed to be a regular round head machine screw. But this is the second steering gear case I've found with a headless set screw. That makes me wonder if they tried these for awhile.

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Guys, so I'm starting the rebuild on my rear differential. I had a set of rear axle gears that came with a parts group, and was looking for a better set of gears that might be in better condition. I got a pair of NOS rear axle gears and they just came in the mail today. After looking at them it seems as if the area on the crown is higher up with...

Has anyone installed a top wood kit for a 1927 Model T Coupe that was purchased from The Ford Wood Co. If so how was the fit or did you have to rework any of the pieces ( cut or reshape any of the pieces ) Thanks for any help ...... Joe Gallagher ... joeg48@hotmail.com

I tried last year to help Lee in Oklahoma City sell his 1912 Crow Elkhart.

I had picked up an early Buick he had sold on the HCCA Classifieds and visited
with him awhile when I came to pick it up.

After I left - Lee called me and asked if I could help him sell a Model T Touring
that I had viewed along with the Crow Elkhart.

His health was...

Do anyone out there own a Model F.
Am looking for commutator parts as the one I am working on has a badly worn roller

Has anyone installed a top wood kit for a 1927 Model T Coupe that was purchased from The Ford Wood Co. If so how was the fit or did you have to rework any of the pieces ( cut or reshape any of the pieces ) Thanks for any help ...... Joe Gallagher ... joeg48@hotmail.com

Anyone have the colour code on the wood wheel rims 1926 model?
Preferably in RAL code. They're supposed to be silver coloured aren't they?

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This is being advertised as a Model T express bed. Can anyone confirm that is what it really is? If so, was it used on a regular Model T or a TT?

Thanks

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Does anyone have cure for the u-joint being loose on the driveshaft, it moves enough to brake the pin that holds the joint to the driveshaft. I am hoping not to have to replace them. Thanks.

One of my favorite events to attend was the New London to New Brighton Run last year.

It is a “ must see “ for any early auto enthusiast ... :mrgreen:

Yesterday I was privileged to meet an Historic Olds Curved Dash ... ;)

“ Edith “ has participated in (3) London to Brighton Runs
and was shipped to London each time from California.

Miss...

One of my favorite YouTube shows, Barn Find Hunters, has an original, unrestored 1914 Towncar...link below. It's pretty rough, but looks relatively solid.

The T appears at roughly 17 minutes into the video.

Picked these up a while back. I can make out Firestone max i cushion, 32x4 on the side wall. Wondering if they came from a TT. 20190306_174743.jpg 20190306_174711.jpg 20190306_175340.jpg 20190306_175321.jpg

I just purchased this T. It has so many possibilities, and it should be fun. For the immediate future I plan to carry it on the back of Ellie Mae when I go to cars and Coffee. Long term, wow, so much potential. I have other projects now, like getting Ellie Mae road ready, but I want to start gathering info before I make any mistakes. I would like...

This is a great post from the old forum I think would interest those that have not seen it.

By Kohnke Rebabbitting on Saturday, July 20, 2013 - 07:01 pm:

The Brake drum was shot, so we ordered one from J&M Machine, Oh, what a Beauty, in every way.

I started taking pictures today, and will add more as I progress, as if I wait, it will...

I found one of these books in Dad stuff but do not recall ever see it > It is 450 pages hard cover from 2010. Are these books a yearly -every 5- every 10 years book or a one off Cheers Colin

D495D697-C9E1-48B4-A1AD-1517AC0E7564.jpeg One step closer to Chickasha door knob installed on camper :!:

1925 model t roadster. Very solid car with good paint, top, interior, tires and drive train. runs and drives like a model t should. was driven around town every week by a 99 year old man until last October when he sadly passed away. We always serviced and adjusted on the car whenever needed. A distributor and alternator has been added. Please call...

Better than nice inside near perfect... Under cowl with gas cap x pattern on both ends text me for pix 2606723080 I don't understand this website,thanks

I've been trying unsuccessfully to find a windshield frame for my 1927 Roadster. I posted a WTB on the forum but no luck. So... do any of you have experience with reproduction frames, like the ones Speedway Motors sells? Is there anything I need to watch out for, or is it a pretty vanilla reproduction part? Is cutting glass for this frame...

Hi,
From next month, we will begin work on the 1916 Model T town car. I request some one to give me the following information just for my curiosity.

1)What is the difference between the Model T laundaulet & Model T Town car?

2) I found out that only 802 Model T town cars were made. Any idea, approximately, how many are surviving?

I have...

Anyone have photos and or dimensions of the Rootlieb speedster body kit? I make scale models and want to duplicate this kit in miniature and any help would be appreciated

As they say ... now there’s your problem! I was wondering why I wasn’t getting much out of this OF carburetor and decided to pull the TW timer and try an NOS New Day timer to see if there might be a difference in response.

Well, this is what I found when I pulled off the TW Timer. It had been on the car since October and got some milage until...

Friday was a good day.

I paid a visit to see Mr. Ray Wells who is working on the 1904 Model B Body.

Ray Wells was wiring new homes for cable in the 1960’s when he changed careers
and began making custom made office furniture for the San Diego market.

That led to a company that employed (11) people which he sold in the early 1980’s.

He had been...

i have a 26 coupe made in Canada i want a set of sill plates not sure what they look like or if someone has the size of then bought a set from langs but they will not fit on the sill so if someone has a set they will sell or have a picture or the measurements of them let me know you mike

Being far from a mechanical expert, I am unsure what to do so my car runs better on battery. I am running a 1927 tudor with a Holley carburetor and an Atlas exhaust manifold - the same manifold that I have been using since I bought the car in 2006. The car has never been a strong runner on battery but now it is backfiring and has difficulty...

If anyone would happen to have a pinion gear close at hand, I am looking for a couple of dimensions/measurements. Basically I am looking for the overall width/diameter of the gear (widest point) and the overall height of the gear. There is a 300+ mile difference between myself and certain spare parts and this is one of them and I need these...

What is the diameter and tread size foe the radiator filler neck on a T?
Jon Crane
Rochester Mich

Ok... so I have a 26 that sat for about 40 years, transmission is tight. If I put the parking break on it is almost impossible to crank though I can turn it .I can start it by jacking up the rear wheels and then after it warms up a bit hit the brakes..seems high gear is tight / stuck.. I drive it around town a few miles then park it, next morning...

Would anyone have a body number close to B25236? If so what is the year and build month and year? Thanks, Art

I was just over on the Model A forum, they have a very extensive list of Model A websites that pertain to Model A restoration.
Why don't we start something similar here?
Take a look:

Rod

After 5 years and two truckloads of money, Ole Gert, my 26 Touring, is ready to come out of the hanger for a test flight in another month or so. It’s been a hoot and I’ve enjoyed the whole process, even when things weren’t going right or I had to redo something 3 times before it worked out right.

Come fall I’m going to start on a 1915 3 passenger...

I am looking into rebuilding a Warford transmission. Actually, more of cleaning and inspecting it. Could someone direct me to a manual or online reference?

I ran into problems when I tried to uninstall the nut on the shaft. I can’t seem to get it loose.

Thanks Matt!

While cleaning up the magneto magnets this evening, we found one cracked magnet, and with the lightest tap it broke. Looking in the catalogs, you can not purchase a single replacement magnet. Have any recommendations for a replacement? I was thinking of calling on Andy Loso.

Also is there any reason NOT to glass bead blast them?

You called me from a blocked number this morning so I could not call you back.

Here is the original thread on the MTFCA Forum that I posted a couple years ago:

Here is one thread John Mays started:

FJ

I need to drill two holes in this pail. One about 1 diameter in the bottom, and a second one about 1/2 diameter near the top.

I expect this coating will want to crack and/or chip — any suggestions for doing a neat job on this?

I have been working on repairing my KR Wilson pan jig. There were two places broken on the top of the table at a couple of the pin holes. My plan was to weld up the broken area and then re-drill the 5/16 hole for the locating pin. I found some speciality cast welding rods. The description said they were designed to weld oil soaked , dirty, heat...

I'm suffering from acute CRS, so bear with me.

What's the coolant capacity of a 1923 T engine with the correct low radiator?

Look on the classified for what I am bringing to the Nations . Dan

A friend surprised me with this lifter on the winter tour😀

I went to two local flea markets this week and bought old tools.
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They are, a T5893 1 plug & headbolt wrench, 11708B 42 wrench, the monkey wrench, and a Bridgeport Mfg Co valve spring tool marked PAT'D MAR 16, 1920
I hope I never actually need to use the valve spring tool. I will remove the rust from it and hang it on my...

Nice 26-27 Roadster pickup bed. Note front panel with battery bump out and filler strips are intact. Inside flanges where wood would be mounted are in good shape. Channel under tailgate has some rust, but every one I have seen has rust here and that piece is reproduced, to my knowledge. Flat surface on one flareboard has some rust-through, but...

Trying to read up on, and head off any issues with a stroker build, I read about a possible interference issue with the Scat stroker cranks and new Stipe cams where the counterbalance or rod would touch the cam. Apparently didn't happen with reground cams.

Is this happening? Or did someone just linebore the block too close to the cam? If it is...

A little time is all it takes with minimal supplies. My Dad and I came up with this system years back, you can even make up a chain and bell crank to still use a hand throttle in conjunction with it.

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Simple list of materials from your local hardware stores; 2 feet 1/8 X 1...

As I’m dialing in the adjustments on my Stromberg OF with road tests I was wondeing if others who have an OF in their cars have a favorite timer to use in combination.

But my mind is on distant roads...
Boy, howdy! For now it's a sweet daydream, but spring and summer will come, I'll have a T ready to go, and I'll be off to explore distant country roads in my magic flivver. I recommend it highly. :)

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I'm going to check out a '29 Model A tudor sedan tomorrow. I will probably buy it if the seller and I agree on a price. I am wondering if there are any Model A parts vendors that offer service as good I have from gotten from Lang's on my Model T parts for the past two years. Anybody had really good luck with Model A vendors? :?: I know a couple...

My brother and I recently inherited our Father's first car-a '14 Touring. It needs a new wheel,cleaning out or replacement of the gas tank and my brother wants to add electric starting capability. While we'd love to use and enjoy the car, neither of us is inclined to take on these projects. While the wheel is something we could do, the other two...

Others may be in the same boat so I am going to ask here. While I have a couple of ideas how to fix them, does anyone redo them or sell them? or even suggestions. I am thinking about punching out a couple of silver disks (from silver dime) and solder in place of worn contacts? We did that with a set of Morris Minor points when I could not find...

I just received a pacemaker. My model T is a 1924, so the coils are fairly close. Should I be concerned about rf interference from the coils and or mag?

Thanks,
Mike

I do not understand why Ford made the TT cab so cramped.

The seat needs to be moved back at least six inches to allow an average person to sit comfortably.

And the cab could easily be a foot wider, the running boards are much wider than necessary.

In many TT cabs I can not even get in the driver's side door.

Ford was a genius, so there was a...

Has anyone installed a model A crankshaft with the added counter weights into a T block? Looks like modifying the block for the weights may be required. Comments? Pictures?

Heater installed almost ready to head south. B753518D-604D-4786-B62E-3DDE3B5D55D6.jpeg
:D

Does anyone know where I can locate an article on engine repair that was written by Milt Webb (I think)? In the article he continually stressed the importance of checking the fit of the 4th main. Also reminded you to scrape off the goobers of sealer after assembling two parts together. I used the article before but can't find it now. I used it in...

Will be posting in the up and coming week. Please take into consideration that everything is depended upon what front spring configuration you are using. Will start off with the mounting and setting ergonomics. Hope you all enjoy!

Speedsters with overdrives and the like need better steering, so safety is a must if anyone plans on getting their T...

Shown in the news today.
Follow the link:

3:02 Welcome to www.ModelT-Tips.com

11:29 Engine 01 Cleaning the Block

37:17 Engine 02 Babbitt Caps and Block

36:22 Engine 03 Machining Block at Machine Shop

32:21 Engine 04 Line Boring Block

29:48 Engine 05 Finalize Block and Caps

6:12 Engine 06 Painting the Block

18:44 Engine 07 Cam...

My 1911 touring car project came with only the bottom of the two piece firewall. Can someone post the dimensions of the windshield riser section of the firewall? Is the windshield riser section constructed of a solid board or plywood like the bottom section? Thanks, Art

Finding more stuff on the shelves now asking for help? does anyone have any idea what these windshield stations and brackets fit, thank you for your help, Bob

Does anyone know the approx. total weight of a full set of fenders (roadster and touring), running boards, and splash shields?

Tom

Off set round holes. not square. a 1913 column up for sale has off set square holes.

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From what I see in Gail Rodda's Volume 2, this low head would be 1913-1917. Am I reading it correctly? Is there any way to pin it down closer than that?

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I gather this means March 24, with no reference to the year.

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Has anybody ever deciphered the marks on the water outlet? Some are...

A relative had asked me to help sell her late fathers 1931 Chevy 4 door. I know Fords, not Chevys. Anyone know of a forum like this for Chevys? I would like to research before putting it up for sale.

I'm rebuilding the Hog's Head for a 1925 T. I purchased Brake & Reverse Pedal Supports, Slow Speed Notch, etc... While test fitting today I noticed there is a lot of travel in the brake pedal before engaging the cam. The wear on the pedal cam is excessive. Couldn't find a supplier that carries pedals. After a couple of hours searching these...

Has anyone tried to use a small car drum brake from the junk yard, on their own? I know there are several store bought set ups, to easy! I would like your ideas, thanks. I have a 21 roadster.

Today was the Marietta Swap meet.
Many thanks to the Country Roads T and A club for once again holding this 10 anniversary meet. The weather was good, a full house of vendors with a constant flow of buyers.
The ladies in the restaurant did their usual outstanding job of supplying good eats, including homemade pies, cookies, coney dogs and sloppy...

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This is mine that Im installing on the TT.
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The last two photos I borrowed from forum. Jay is a much better photographer than I.
I have a foot cut out for it and need to see mounting locations and linkage setup. Any help would be...

Where are the reports and/or pictures from this year's Winter Florida tour? There are an awful lot of people keeping silent. Any information would be appreciated by all, I am sure. Thanks!

Just trying out picture posting...need to know how to do this so I can post drawings. ;)

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The Southern Nevada Model T Club go on breakfast runs every Saturday morning. We meet at Vicky’s Diner and then tour as a group to some breakfast location. Today we were headed to Black Bear and we were joined by the forums very own Jeff Stevenson the forum administrator. We woke up to rain so I wasn’t sure anyone would even show up. 17 for...

photo of 1912 column

I just had a cracked cast aluminum intake manifold from a 1910 Buick welded, tedious job finding a person who was willing to do it but it was done and done well. My 1909 Buick also has a cast aluminum intake manifold, as do both my 1912 Model T's. Anybody know why cast aluminum intakes were used on early cars? Both the Buicks also have cast...

Anyone know what axle or wheels are on this trailer? The guy selling it is sure its model T. NOT ! Nice little trailer. I have not seen it in person so I dont even know tire size.

Hi,
From next month, we will begin work on the 1916 Model T town car. I request some one to give me the following information just for my curiosity.

1)What is the difference between the Model T laundaulet & Model T Town car?

2) I found out that only 802 Model T town cars were made. Any idea, approximately, how many are surviving?

I have...

The time has come for me to replace the top on my 1924 touring. I now have removed literally hundreds of staples which were used to put on the current top and fabric back in the 60s or 70s. My question now is, how do I know if I have the correct wood in the bows? I need to know what kind of wood was originally used for both the main straight part...

Yesterday I was checking things out on my TT and I noticed the sockets on the drag long were quite loose. What is the procedure for repairing these? The ball looks consistent round but the socket doesn’t look quite as good.

I enjoy finding foreign and exotic places the lowly Model K made it to during it's brief tenure. This is one of them:

Calaf, Spain, northwest of Barcelona

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A Ford Six once drove these streets, along with other fine automobiles;

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October 24th, 1907 El Mundo Deportivo, (The Sports World);

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Economics - 101 , The Law of Supply & Demand.... Continuing Amazement!
While reading the thread about the Jeep, Explorer, mini-van', Model T Pick-ups claims, (s'pose we might as well include politicians, too), it reminded me of starting my first day at E.F. Hutton - Black Monday, 1987 . Having observed the mayhem of that day, there's still a...

Today it warmed up into the 30's and I took my wife to town in the 09 Touring for her first ride in it and she gave me the thumbs up so I guess I can keep it now. We have both been sick so we had to recover and wait till it warmed up for that first drive but I have made 2 other short first drives before to check it out and almost had to sleep in...

I've been looking for a toolbox to put on the running board of my 26 Tourer for a while but all the ones I have looked at have either been too rusted out or looked too modern.

I came across a fairly sturdy toolbox at the Muji shop in Chatswood today. I plan to fix the colour with some black paint. It is made in Japan so the steel and overall...

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I found a dimmer coil I’m going to put on my 1921 with the combination light switch/horn button. I know how to wire it but am wondering about how and where the single wire going to the headlights goes.
I found the picture with the arrow in it on a previous post and the single wire goes to the other side to a connector to the wire to the lights....

As with many things Ford, the Ford Special racers made a big impact in the day, yet seem mostly lost to history. As with Ford's two big cars, Models B and K, I suspect part of the problem is they were on the scene for such a short time, and then they were gone.

The Ford Special racers (wish I knew how many for sure, at least four, and I suspect...

I would like to know where the battery was originally located on my 1909 touring I assume it may have been secured under the back-seat.