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I need a new lead gasket for the Main Jet for my Early OF Stromberg carb. Has anyone replaced this gasket or have a source? I haven't determined what the thickness should be but think I could make a couple about the same as the other normal gaskets.
Somehow some debri passed thru my filter which caused me to have to clean it out and find the...

My Model T was running worse than the Mexican economy; and I was at a loss as to why that was. Until I took the timer cover off...
So, using a sanding head on my cheap Bunnings engraver tool, I managed to (by eye) re-surface the contact (and insulator) surfaces inside my roller timer. Now I know this should really be done on a lathe to get a...

I recently found an exhaust pipe diverter at a swap meet I installed on our 25 coupe with a muffler with cast iron ends and an oval exhaust port. I didn’t like the sooty residual on the spare tire and thought this Side discharge diverter was the ticket! It certainly shoves the exhaust in the general direction of the right rear wheel. Not only does...

I decided to give my '24 touring some new carpets, as the first set I made were getting a bit worse for wear! I made the new ones from durable carpet tiles, joined together. I found the carpet tiles to be heavier than normal carpet, and as a result, it doesn't keep skidding around!
Let me know what you think 🤔

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I have a Millwaulkee two piece timerat is the same as a 1909-1910 Model T Ford two piece timer. A Ford cover fits. The rotor is the same. The only difference is that the Millwaukee time is 1/16 thicker. On the left is the remains of a Ford timer. Has any one also have one?

I have done all the regular things over the years, put cardboard behind, yard stick pieces, tightened and so on. The tank baffles are still soldered in and were pinned years ago with the solder. What have you all done to stop the drumming?

Quick question: what are the differences between 1915-16 headlight and the later lights? I've noticed that the position of the screw is on top. Can a later headlight be converted to a 1915 style by rotating the light bulb socket, so that the screw is on top? I need a pair of 1915-16 lights but I only have one with the screw on top. Why did they...

I have a NOS Midget Glo-Lite but no instructions……does anyone have the original instructions or maybe photos, did it come with a switch?……Thanks Guys!

Here’s an interesting photo of an early day street scene in Carlton Texas. Early autos on one side and buggy’s on the other. I guess the buggy side was giving the cars the right of way? The T faceing the camera in the photo looks like it’s pretty new. Maybe a 10?
Others more knowledgeable of the very early T years would know. Looks like there is...

Does any know Ben’s condition?
I send him an ignition switch back in June of this year.
Apparently he has undergone cataract surgery a month or so ago.
Tried phoning, no answer and he does not do email.

Dave

How do you tighten a late carb needle? The carb is a sway back NH. The car is a '14 with the large brass disk on the other end which adjusts itself as I drive and not always the way I feel it ought to be adjusted. Lately I have been using a block of packing foam to hold it in place.

The '23 also with a swayback NH has a top nut that has grooves...

Come one, come all,
The 4 day Texas T Party tour this year is in Kerrville, Texas. The dates are October 16 thru October 19. Located Northwest of San Antonio, Kerrville is located in the beautiful Texas 'Hill Country.' Our daily routes will generally be less than 100 miles and won't have many hills. However, a Ruckstell or Auxiliary transmission...

Over the course of the summer we've noticed an intermittent faint knock in our 1919 T. A local group member was kind enough to come over and through shorting out one plug at a time isolate the noise to the #4 cylinder. Since the car smokes at times & the last record I have of it having any major engine work was in 1963 I figured that it was time...

I am making some new hubs for my Dayton wheels. I have been reading the old posts on the wire discussing the correct taper and there does not appear to be consensus. The original drawing I saw says the axles use a 1-1/2 inch per foot taper. This works out to a 7.15 included angle. I can cut the taper on the lathe, but you always get some flex on...

Does anyone know if the sub frame from a 1926 T Coupe will work
for a 26 Roadster?
Bill H.

What would these three holes in the front side of the seat base on my 14 been used for?

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Here’s a photo of a supposedly 1911 Model T. It appears to be staged as the caption with it said its a Model T being repaired with the tools and tool bag that came with the car. Looks like to me the tire was cut off instead of being removed with the tire tools. Or maybe a prop tire?

I’m looking for a matching headlight and bracket for my speedster. The one I have (driver’s side) is labeled “1917-1925” that I picked up at a swap meet earlier in the year, and that’s the era I’m sticking too for my speedster. I put an ad in the Foothills T Club looking for a matching set, and I got a photo sent back asking “how about these?”

I...

Does anyone have any experience with this? I have a half pallet of Model T products I need to ship to Italy via Ocean cargo. I've never had to do this before!

Jeff

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The FOOTHILLS MODEL T FORD CLUB in Calgary, and Southern Alberta, CANADA is 50 years old today. The club was organized on September 29, l97l by a number of enthusiasts, and became the Forty-Fifth MTFCA chapter, the second in Canada.

Thanks very much for these!

When I travel, I try to find where old Ford shops were. Usually it is obvious on main street in small towns, but a lot of towns it is hidden somewhere on a back street. It is hard to find the actual addresses, but I stumble on them occasionally when looking through old newspapers or news clippings.

I wish someone...

Is there any symptoms that would show up before the thrust washers go bad? Or do they just crumble and you’re coasting? I thought last time I had mine out that the left rear hub was warm. Could be parking brake. We’re going to be moving soon, 15 miles away, and I’m wondering about driving it or finding someone to trailer it.

I need some advice on bringing out the black color on this original 1914-18 ignition switch body. I sanded the outside to even out the surface imperfections by wet sanding all the way through to 2000 grit. The surface is smooth, but alas, not ending up black. The hard rubber up to this point is not taking on any shine. Sooo, my question is what...

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Hello Folks,
Im beginning restoration on my 1925 roadster pickup project truck. Hoping to get on the road by 100th birthday! I know there are some real experts out not the least of which is Larry Smith out in california. I have some issues I'm beginning to address on the bed dimensions. The front of my bed has some damage that I must repair. I...

Just checking to see if anyone will be passing through Iowa on their way to the Pacific Northwest in the next 30 days or so. I have 4- 24”x24”x8” boxes that weigh 26 pounds each. I live just off I-80 so easy pickup. Buyer willing to kick in some money towards fuel. Please email me or private message. Thanks, Mike

I have the Muncie apart and am looking at replacing some bushings. There is a bronze pilot bushing in the input shaft that the end of the output shaft rides in. As it is now, the bronze pilot bushing is a slip fit in the input shaft. So, the outside of the bushing can turn in the hole in the input shaft and the output shaft can turn in the inside...

Just checking to see if anyone will be passing through Iowa on their way to the Pacific Northwest in the next 30 days or so. I have 4- 24”x24”x8” boxes that weigh 26 pounds each. I live just off I-80 so easy pickup. Buyer willing to kick in some money towards fuel. Please email me or private message. Thanks, Mike

Observing a need, I posted the following in a couple of the Facebook Model T groups. It occurs to me that even here, there may be somebody unaware.

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The black box is a coil box. The four things in it are coils, not coil boxes .
You're welcome.

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What year did Ford stop using the forged end carburetor rods? I know they had them through 1914?, but how late after that?

I opened up the muncie auxiliary transmission that is going on my 26 speedster to clean everything out and check the bearings and bushings. When I went to measure the shafts they were .865, which is very odd and just under 22mm (.8661). Today I went to the bearing shop to replace the two main bearings (input and output) and discovered that they...

Hi all,
The radiator drain petcock threads/radiator threads are worn and the petcock doesn't lock in. What can I do to fix this? solder the petcock in? wrap the petcock with teflon tape (what I have now)? What would give me a good hold. The teflon tape is working, but the petcock has a little movement. Thanks all,
John

Hello!
I wanted to ask if anyone has run into a similar running issue. We're having trouble figuring out the cause of our running problem.

We have a 1920 Touring.

After replacing my ignition switch with the reproduction switch and a Ford amp meter, the yellow wire from the starter switch began to smoke; I disconnected the battery within a few...

I believe I have found a weavery that can reproduce the original upholstery material for the 1926 Improved Model T Coupe and Tudor. It was used in late 25 and very early 26. This material differs from what is currently available which is the gray striped material. As you can see in the picture, the material is a brownish color with the green...

Anyone happen to have a photo of the early Rader distributor bell-crank assembly installed showing which lever goes where ? Much appreciated !

Hello everyone,
I would like to invite anyone who would like to join us for a nice Sunday drive, here are the details.

We will meet on 10/27 at the Mobil on the Run,
2311 Upper Bottom Rd
Saint Charles, MO 63303
Meeting time will be 8:30 for a 9:00 departure for Grafton, IL, via the Grafton Ferry.
There is a gravel lot there to accommodate trailer...

Anyone ever had a knock that you only hear when the engine is cold, and only when you advance the spark?

So, my 15 touring has 20 years with me in the seat. This is a tour proven car. Anyway, I spent two years sick and the car never moved. My health has improved so I took it out a few times this summer. I seem to have a knock that is a bit odd....

We bought our TT a couple of years ago basically as it is. We know most of it's history including that it was restored in 1978 after being rediscovered following a long rest in a shed after spending time on a couple of farms. The person who restored it has since passed away, so we can't ask him any questions now.

When it was put back on the road...

Does anyone have a copy of John Regan's wheel press? I have miss placed mine and of course, John's website is no longer active. any one?
Thanks
Jerry

When was the change made between the early cast fork welded type to a later design that is still welded, but the fork is welded to the rod at the base?

I am working on a 1915 look a like model T with an electric starter.
The car came here because it didn't start.
This what I found.

Just wondering:
Can this be an after market starter or is it a home build from other parts?

I will replace it with a fresh rebuild real model T starter. (last photo)

Andre
Belgium.

I've been approached by some vendors in the EU to distribute my products, and some want exclusivity. If you live in Europe and/or the UK, I'm VERY curious where you buy your parts from and your experience with various Model T parts vendors.
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Or do you just buy from vendors here in the states like Langs & Snyders, etc?

Any...

24 coupe
two problems.
Mine is the only Model T I've ever listened to or driven so my experience is very limited. When i get up to about 30, or the high end of first it has some vibration. I know this description is really vague but that's really all i have. Also, there is a slight tick i can hear if the hood, cowling, or bonnet (whatever you...

Any recommendations for a 6v / 12v battery jump start box ? Something small that we can take on the road for emergencies . TIA

Looking for input on an electrical issue. Running on either BAT or MAG, my ammeter is showing 20A charge. Light switch is off and lights not yet connected. I removed the cutout cover and the points are clean. Voltage at a high idle is 8.9v at the GEN terminal. I realize that I can adjust voltage down to 7.2V with the 3rd brush, but am wondering...

Hi folks,

I purchased some rough fenders yesterday. They are perfect for patterns. Any recommendations for a person who can reproduce these?
Preferably they would be located in Michigan, northern Ohio, or Indiana.

Barry Loucks

Spent yesterday being schooled on 1926 Model T Roadster body disassembly by Hank Lee - What a knowledgeable craftsman!! We took the 2nd 1926 Model T roadster body (remember the body I purchased with my car was a bondo buggy with massive rust out, etc.) up to his shop in Tennessee and tore into it. 13 Hours later, the end result is a totally...

I am in the process of putting lights on our 1929 Zagelmeyer trailer we are pulling with our Model T. I have ran a new 4 pin wiring harness to the trailer lights from the T. I will be adding turn signals later but for now I will have 2 Model A STOP tailights and 2 small red clearance lights at the rear of the trailer. So I have a yellow and brown...

Hi all .
I just open an Engine , and see that the Wrist pin bolts are faces away from the Camshaft .
Is that a problem ??
I don't like to change that because , I like to have the Connection rods on the same place as they are now .

Thanks for your Answer .
Toon

There seems to be a shortage of open trailers in my area to rent, U-Haul wants me to rent an enclosed one instead. Not counting the fenders, running boards, slash aprons, top irons or hood, what is the length and width of a ‘26 roadster body. Just the “tub” and turtle deck? The door opening on the trailers are several inches narrower than the...

Today myself & fellow club member Jeff Swope took our Ts, my '13 touring and Jeff's '20 touring to an annual Civil War Winter Camp re-enactment at Fremont's Rutherford B. Hayes home and museum grounds, that our club was invited to supply early cars as available. Wow it was a great time. Between all of their various scheduled events we were slammed...

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I know about as much as any can on 25 roadsters, but want to know for sure if Ford ever used the two hole rear window pattern on the early 25's. The photos I have show a roadster pickup taken in late 1924 with snow on the ground with the one piece window. Comments ?

I bought this Holley NH yesterday at a swap meet and thought I might clean it up.
I have some new parts on hand, 20 - 25 spray needle etc which states NH 3-3/16 long.
Does this model have different parts or Is this suitable?

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This post from 2013 got me looking more closely at the floorboards in my 27 Roadster.

After some inspection I was surprised to find that the upper board (nº 1) is made from not 1 piece but 5 pieces of wood which are dovetailed and the riveted metal pedal slots hold them together. This shows the 4 pieces which are dovetailed to the upper piece....

I’m proud...

Folks often question can the T ‘affliction’ move down through the generations. Here are some pic’s to show that it can.

Backstory, over 40 years I collected a ‘few’, to the point some were definitely garage-queens since I never sold anything along the way. My youngest son placed ‘dibs’ on the ’15 Roadster years ago...and my answer...

It has been 3-1/2 years since these were re-posted from the old forum and I added more to make 100
Here is the old post of 100 Model T Ford and Forum - Old Movie Cartoons

But I found new material that was never posted (starting with #103).

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The only similar thing about these running boards is the direction the Ford script goes. I'm pretty sure the dies for these wore out quickly, but I have no knowledge how often they were replaced. If you buy a set of these from a supplier, you may not be getting the correct running boards for your car. Do some research of known original cars to...

I have consulted the T-1 manual and find the manifold gasket assembly is dealt with in only two sentences that seem to indicate the copper rings go into the manifold rather than the cylinder block. I checked this site hoping for a nice exploded view of the assembly but found nothing that addresses the issue.

When installing the manifolds does the...

I'm need springs and wheels for a rebuild. I found a donor rolling frame and I could probably get what I need from it. How hard is it to break a frame, axles and springs down for easier transport. I am thinking of removing the wheels, disconnecting the leaf springs from the frames. That way I could put it all in a pickup bed for transport.

Am I...

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OK everyone, I’m looking for something a bit out of the ordinary. I’m looking for someone, preferably on the west coast (southern half of California) who is very knowledgeable about early T’s (preferably has worked/restored one or more) who would consider taking on the task of putting one together.

When I say early this is a 2 lever 2 pedal...

Does anyone have a plan for the wood in a 1925 Model T Roadster Pickup? Im in the middle of a restoration.

Here’s a photo on the History of Exploration website on Facebook.
If you notice this is an AI generated photo that’s not researched of some type of aftermarket body of just simply generated to what was thought of what a Model T looked like. There are several more generated images that just aren’t accurate at all and that’s to bad. Scroll down the...

As it turns out, there was so much dry rot and crumbling wood in my touring that I decided to pull the trigger on a full rewooding. The rear brackets and panels are in place and I’ve started down the passenger side. Instead of making everything from scratch, I purchased the body wood kit from Fordwood. Everything seems to be really well made but...

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I thought this picture might make us think about hand cranking antique cars. Hand cranking is pretty much a Model T thing for the most part. It’s part of Model T lore. But this picture reminds me and probably others that Model T’s weren’t the only cars that sometimes had to be hand cranked. I’m pretty sure the old auto had a starter but sometimes...

Calling all CenterDoor owners - Do you have a dome light?
My 1921 CenterDoor (Fisher body) came to me mostly finished with a new interior but no dome light.
Some insist I am supposed to have one but I do not feel the mounting block in the roof under the headliner and find no evidence of a switch.
Looking at the parts books I can only find...

Did the 13 hoodformer use polished brass screws or painted screws?
Thank you Craig

Taken in New Zealand in 1925

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Very simple! If most running cars are like mine, I have a whole assembly of used parts and some re-production parts all bolted together, painted and upholstered. Very unlikely any of the parts are together from the original car. Neverless, I have tried to make everything as authentic as I can for the particular year and model.
Norm

can someone give me dimensions or measurements for maximum movement that is acceptable for rear axle before rebuild.
Thank you.

I went and got this today,not worth 2 cent money wise but I think it is a great example of American ingenuity when it came time someone needed a tractor. When I first saw it a couple months ago I thought it might be a factory made kit but it is home bullt using horse drawn manure spreader wheels and gears and chains. Bill Irwin didn't have the...

I have seen a lot of model T keys, but never noticed one with this little spur at the base. Any idea why?

Could someone direct me to where I could go and get component diameters and
bearing clearances for the transmission. looking for information on what is the
minimum and maximum clearance between the shafts and bushing.
Thank you.

Hi,
Could someone give my any advise to a transmission from 1909? I heard that this should be different to a later transmission, but I do not know, how the transmission in a 1909 should look like.
Thanks a lot
Bernhard

The last Vintage magazine had an article about Henry' way of mounting and another way to avoid breaking the the crankcase arms. It says to use the crankcase arm bolt from a TT and using the 1.25 spring as the one used on the yoke to cranckcase connection. I can't find these drilled shank bolts (TT 3074) anywhere. I assume it's a 3/8 diameter. What...

Looking for a great Christmas present for your favorite Model T person.
See my recent post in the Classifieds section of this Forum.
Ron Patterson

I have an oil pan that looks to have sat in water for a very long time. The drain hole threads are pretty much gone. Is there any repair kit for this problem?

I was planning to use electrolysis to remove the rust, paint it and move on, but I may need to find a replacement oil pan.

I search the forum and not found the same issue.

Thanks in...

Is Bobs antique auto parts in loves Park IL still open?

Our Model A club attended the Olar, SC Model T Festival. I also have Model T's, but the rest of the crowd I was with was driving Model A's so I drove my 31 Victoria. There were several Model T's present. One really neat one was a 1911 Touring owned by a young fellow from Blufton, SC. Unfortunately I didn't get his name. The 11 Touring is basically...

We just took off the old roller timer from our 1913 Touring and put on a New Day Timer purchased recently from one of our outstanding suppliers. With the timer spring tightened down, the timer wobbles badly and the timing adjustment lever on the steering column will not stay on one place. We followed the instructions provided. Anyone experience...

So at nearly every car show I attend, at least one smartass asks me where I charge my phone in the Model T, or does it have Bluetooth? Well this little prototype box I cobbled together answers both those questions!

Enjoy the video :D

Last year I removed the brake pedal of my 1926 coupe because, over the years it had bent so much that it was bottoming out on the floor, making it hard to stop. I put the brake pedal in the vice and with a mallet, bent it backward so that it now has plenty of room so as not to bottom out. When I removed the brake pedal, for whatever reason, I felt...

After postponing last week due to weather today our club did a great leaf peeping tour to an Amish-Mennonite area. We stopped at several local stores owned and run by them. Showed the cars to lots of people too! Had great lunch at BW3 in Ashland. A great little old general store stop in Olivesburg where I picked up an antique barometer/thermometer...

I have an original set of Dayton wheels and hubs but one of the rear hubs has a bad bore and keyway. I have looked for another, but so far no luck. I am getting ready to machine a new hub, which is work, but not really hard. The challenging part for me is broaching the keyway in the hub. I would need to make some special tooling and jigs and I...

For the 21st year we will have our free swap meet at the Cameron farm, 5894 Lemond Rd in Owatonna, Minnesota. Ribs will be served as always ($10.00 donation for lunch please). Everyone’s a vendor or no lunch for you! Indoor heated spaces available. See you there…..