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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…..

I was driving my 1914 touring car with standard clincher rims home from work today and hit a pot hole that would have torn the wheel off one of those small import cars. When I had the chance I pulled over and looked at the front tire to see if there was any damage. Everything looked good so I drove home with no issues. Later in the evening I...

Isn’t there some turn signal or light brackets that can be attached to the over the top iron brackets on the low cowl open cars? There was a post that had some that looked like they had the tail brackets that had the rounded tail light mounting surface. I can’t seem to find the post as I’ve thought about getting some for my 21 Touring. Thanks

Does anyone have a copy of the original instructions for the Simmons, Wizard, Duplex type carburetors. What I am looking for are the recommendations for wiring the heating element.

IMG_3325.jpg I pick this up from a old friend that is trying to clean out his garage is this what everyone is looking for for gas valves? It's G-363 NATO / Military
gas & oil resistant plug valve grease.
Craig.

Curiosity or not? I pulled a steering column from a ‘25 Pickup (an original one with steel bed!) to rebuild it. At the bottom bracket it had a huge play. As I use to do, I hacksawd the bushings and knocked the bottom one out. The upper one however did not want to come out. After several attempts and cleaning to bare metal with brake cleaner, the...

As I read through the forums I am beginning to realize how much and/or how little people drive their Model T's. Some people treat their Model T's like daily drivers and others only drive them in parades. Some people worry about how many miles they can get out of a set of tires and others have 40 year old tires that have good tread and bad dry...

I got these for myself early birthday gift. These are framed posters for my 1924 Ford Model TT truck and my 1930 Ford Model A Phaeton. You can hang these in your house or garage. These are the big size, since I was wanting to use these for a display board when I go to shows and cruz-ins (I made a stand for them). I wrote the paragraph part on the...

Ok, whats the best thing to use to patch a tube? The brass stem tubes for the brass Ts are getting expensive, especially when you are “learning” how to dismount, mount a clincher tire. (Goober, where are you when I need you… ? )

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I am restoirng my 14 Runabout and everywhere I look I can only find traces of dark blue paint on the body. There is no indication of it ever being black except the fenders and running boards and aprons. This is an October 14 built car. Is it possible that this car was originally dark blue? I have looked at several old posts and discussion and most...

This one should be an easy one. I have found documentation on a Model T starter motor, stating the amperage to be 160 amps during use. I am planning to add a starter solenoid and want to ensure I purchase one with an appropriate amperage rating.

I would like to know if the 160 amp rating is correct? I would also like to know what amp rating...

What happened to the two Ts that were driven from Detroit to Hershey.

Were they sold there or driven back to Detroit?

It takes a big crescent wrench and a cheater bar to turn my low band adjustment after the jam nut is loosened. Are there any thoughts on why this could be and if I'm potentially doing damage with the strong arm approach? As always, many thanks for your input.

...IF they can't find the answers on their own. BUT you can save yourself the time if you know where to look. Parts ID? Get the digital version of Bruce McCalley's Model T Encyclopedia . It includes the dates of many changes, sometimes even with pictures. There's a truncated version on this website, but the digital edition includes considerably...

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I find it interesting how the Model T is perceived in popular culture as the years pass.

Every time while driving my grease cap on the fan hub untwists and falls off. No matter how tight I twist it on it is missing after a tour. How can I keep it on ?

A few weeks ago I went to take a drive in my T and it was running excessively rich from the start, it was barely driveable. I suspected the carb so I ultrasonic cleaned the carb and parts, replaced the needle/seat and float with new, new gaskets, set the float height. I saw some bubbles when I put the old float in hot water and thought that may...

I hadn’t bought any T sheet metal form Howells in several years and was just looking at their website to find either they were scammed or something else. If you looked at the catalog they say it’s current and still have T sheet metal and other Ford parts up to 1940. Hopefully they are better than they use to be in turn around time. They appear to...

Just tried a solution to clean parts ...
Hot Water & Dawn x5 Powerwash dish soap.
Spray parts with Dawn, let set for a minute then brush in the hot water. 2nd application might be needed, but ECO friendly & easy to dispose of.
Worked well on 40yrs of grease & crud.

John M.
Oscoda, Mich

More a curiosity question. I’m going to strip and refinish naturally finished spokes. Spokes and wheels are solid. It seems it would be easier than sanding , scraping, etc. But I don’t want to do something that might permanently damage the wood.
Thanks
Tom

Hi all,
I'm doing a new interior and top for my 25 Touring. On the back panel, there is a break in the center of the panel (see photo)
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I have since welded the crack but I'm not sure if the back panel should be completely flat where the tack strip goes, or should it have a slight curve. I feel that the back panel of these...

I am looking for a LED bulb that will replace the existing 1158 incandescent bulb. I have 4 Model T’s that use the same tail lights and all use the 1158 bulb. They work but I want brighter. I do not want to change to a modern fixture, I’d like to stay as original as possible. So far, I have not found a LED replacement bulb that has 2 contacts...

Ok,

I've found old threads on this, but I am still stumped. Supposedly, you remove the rear bearing sleeve with the tool sold by suppliers by engaging the tool in the grease cup hole and then turning clockwise. Yeah, right... What about that dimple that's supposed to keep the sleeve aligned? I see where it apparently mates to a depression on the...

Would anyone have one of these anvils or know the history behind why this one was made with Ford 1920 on it in raised text?

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I understand how it is for folks who want to hire help for switch repair, mounting new tires, rewiring their cars, and other Model T chores. I still prefer a hired expert for some repairs rather than attempt another DIY project. You have to choose your battles. I have sometimes taken on jobs that somebody else could have done quicker, and...

If you Google Beaded edge tyre making and scroll down to;

Blockley tyre, 26 x 3 beaded edge tyre, you will find a very interesting article. I know it is a motor cycle tyre, but the philosophy behind its manufacture may be of interest. It is a parallel to their production of their 30 x 3.5 BE tyres.

Allan from down under.

Here is my Hershey loot.
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Anyone know what the sill plates on a high radiator coupe are supposed to look like? Mine are painted black, are they supposed to be bare? Polished?

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Just saw a FB ad for half a dozen 1986 NOS tires for $1500. I wouldn't take them if they were free. I was delighted by my NOS white Firestones. Coming out of the original wrappers they were beautiful. Country roads ate them up PDQ. When I see guys brag about running on tires that are decades old, I bet they don't drive hundreds of miles at a time....

Just had to rebuild my transmission due to a cracked drum.
Got it back in car and was having a time getting pedals adjusted. Found my problem I think. Pedal has gotten loose on the shaft. The pedal is from an older rebuild before I got the car. Now I have to fix it. I don’t want to pull engine again.
Anyone fixed this problem with out pulling...

When did Ford switch the design of the 1914 key to the flat version?

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My new AC brakes were apparently dragging a bit on the passenger side and after a long drive i discovered that it had heated the hub enough that the seal failed and i had bearing and axle grease all inside the hub. It migrated outside enough that the AC brake lining is also contaminated. I tried cleaning it up carefully with brake cleaner and also...

Just for everyone’s info. I shipped some parts yesterday & USPS started their Holliday rates. A medium flat rate box is now $19.30 & a large is
$26.00 I didn’t know Halloween was a big shipping time? :o
Craig.

A friend gave me 2 pistons today, a .031 and a .033 , factory ford markings.
NOS

According to the AACA forum it was a hot time for opening day in Green field today.
Someone had their camper burn to the ground. Hope it wasn’t one of our guys. And hope no one was hurt.
Looks like luck it was opening day cause no one was parked close to it.

I bought one of these and put it on my NH. It worked for one day. It was on my car for the Western National tour in San Diego, and I had to get pushed to start the car every time. What a problem! The car always started every time before I put that POS on. I believe the gasoline in California is attacking the viton. I took it apart and it looked...

Can anyone tell me why my fan would just fall apart while just driving? It is a 25 engine in a 13 Model T. Not sure if the fan came from the 13 or the 25.

Hi all,

In my quest to find more stuff I don’t need, I bought a carb at the Model T Auction today. It is a Tillotson Model C 11A. Rather nice looking in brass with aluminium intake. Google has not been helpful. I found a reference to Willys Overland, but that was a Model C 13A. I did find one reference to a Model T, but would have expected many...

I did upholstery on collector cars for 30 years. I could never understand people doing incorrect materials or patterns. Someone with a CCCA classic would inquire about doing vinyl instead of leather. Yes, they could save a thousand or so dollars by doing vinyl, but when the time came to sell their car the car would be worth about $ 7000 less...

See you there! Jeron Takacs, Seamus Hnat and myself are en-route to Hershey! Currently driving through Ohio.

This article mentioned a new vehicle being built in Boston in 1924 called a Mayfair using Model T Ford parts. As per usual it didn't last too long (went bust in 1925 according to Clymer, see attached par of list)
Has anyone come across information on the Mayfair?

Hello, I was wondering what was origianl from both the dealership and factory for my 1927 Tudor. This winter I'm upgrading the engine and returning it back to orginal as much as I can. I wanted to buy some of the upgrades you could get from the dealership or factory so its top of the line but also original. I plan on take as much time and working...

Is this a 25 TT with the lower radiator apron missing or it a low cowl TT. The photo caption said it was a 25 but I’m not sure.

Anyone running a low head on a 26-27 engine with large 26-27 crank pulley and water outlet mounted fan? What length fan belt do you use? No water pump involved.

I don't know if I am thinking things that didn't happen or what but I am wanting to replace the bakelite parts in a horn button that clamps the steering column and I think I bought the parts from a vendor at some point in history but now all I can find is complete units. Are the repair parts no longer available separate? This the button and the...

Were Buckeye jacks with Ford on the top, supplied by Ford, or were they an aftermarket accessory. to my knowledge they were made in the early years. Ford is in block letters at the top.

The door latch on my 14 isn’t original to the car. Either it is a rear door latch (don’t know what they look like) or they made 2 different styles with the handle placement slightly different than the other. I was thankful to purchase this interior from Mr Art Ebeling here in the forum and I have a picture of his latch with the handle clearly...

I'm trying to finish my 15-16 Firewall Assembly and I've come across a bracket called the Butterfly Bracket in Lang's website catalog. Does anybody know where this little bracket goes? I can't for the life of me find anyplace on the firewall that this thing would fit (or might be needed). Is it an anti-rattle bracket like the splash apron has for...

does anyone have or know of a source for the 12-32 nuts for the control rod swivels? I have searched the internet for them, no luck! Thanks in advance :D

I wonder if it’s possible to tow a Model T in neutral please ?

It will be going less than one mile to my local garage for final inspection and adjustments before I hit the road !!

Thanks from a newbie in New Zealand 🤗

Any recommendations as to who can make and sew side curtains for a hack or huckster. Prefer 250 mile radius from Fort Wayne IN.

It should fit, but the inlet is 2 inches, so you have to enlarge, not reduce, the connection with the exhaust pipe.
Do they make a 1 1/2 inch to 2 inch adapter that would fit or do you have to have it made?
Exhaust parts are always measured by ID and OD, so it makes it hard to find a piece that fits.

I recently ran across a few unused inner tubes from some of my grandpa's old things, still in their plastic wrap and was wondering how long and inner tube lasts in storage.
I opened up one of the bags and looked at the inner tube no dating could be found. The tube is in very nice shape, and was obviously never inflated, and stored in a cabinet out...

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I am learning to drive my model t and have a couple of questions.

1. My model t as with many t’s wants to run forward when cranking. I’ve jacked it up or put wheel chokes in place to keep that from happening. Can the car be started with the parking/emergency brake engaged.

2. I have big feet so operating one lever and three pedals in a tight...

When I pull the crank gas sprays out of the carb, it looks like it might be coming out of the side of the carb. It is an NH carb. Could this be caused by a stuck intake valve. If I leave the gas turned on and don't crank it no more fuel leaks out. it can sit overnight with the gas valve on and no gas leaks out, it seems like that would eliminate a...

I don't believe anyone has really said anything (-or posted any pictures) about this year's tour. To somewhat keep this Model-T related, there were a handful of Ts participating. I think there were 52 of us that started the event, -and I think there were approximately 7 that failed to complete the tour under their own power. None of which were...

So on my 1919 runabout, the fan has seized for the second time in the span of 15 miles worth of engine run time. I’ve found that it does free up if I loosen the center shaft but I’d prefer to not have to fix it every 15 miles. Is there something I’m doing wrong, the fan spins freely when I put it on and then locks up and melts the belt before I...

I need to install a new fan on my 1919 roadster due to .metal fatigue and hairline cracks. I have the new blades and rivets and have already removed the old blades by grinding the heads off the old rivets and punching them through. Now, I'm faced with installing the new rivets. Is there a special rivet punch I need, or do I just wallop the bejesus...

When did Ford change the design of the grease cups from the early style to the later style used until the end?

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… I didn’t :oops: The foam crap needs to be replaced occasionally. I haven’t driven the roadster since the 2019 Covered Bridges tour where it performed flawlessly. So the other day I figured I’d wash off the dust. Air the tires and pour 2 gallons into the gas tank. Also serviced the radiator. Primed her 3 times with ignition off and she started...

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I love my enclosed trailer for hauling my cars. However, towing a trailer is like pulling a great big box and I can't see anything behind me!

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I would love to get a wireless back up camera to be able to see behind while backing up and as a rear view mirror.

My thought was to wire the camera to the license plate light,...

My rear wheel puller is on backorder till November, is there a creative way to nondestructively remove my rear wheel? My left parking brake gets bound up randomly somehow. I tried spraying brake cleaner in the vent slots and around the drum gap to clean it out, until the cleaner came out clean. Lubed the rod shaft. Wheel spun like butter but then...

Hhowdy, Can anyone tell me if a early (up to 21) lower steering column to frame mnt is the same as the later with the exception of the number and size of the bushings. It seems like my 26 roadster is always in need of that bushing replacement and I am thinking that maybe the earlier mount with twice as much bushing surface would last longer, any...

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I enjoyed rereading this post and thought others might enjoy checking it out to.

I have a 1922 touring and lately I have had an issue with it running on magneto. I start it and warm it up and switch to magneto. It runs well for about 20-30 minutes. Then it starts spitting, sputtering and backfiring and then it will shut down.

When it will run on magneto, I have checked the magneto with a lightbulb and increased the RPMS and...

I've been helping a friend with information on his original 1915, and here is where I'm at. We are working on ORIGINAL throttle rods that go through the block. What I've found out is the material is 7/32 diameter, and this size was used throughout the entire Model T production. It also appears the alloy has a high nickel content, and was made from...

Cleaning up some stuff for mu swapmeet stock today and I stumbled over this among some other trinkets from one of our USA trips. 20241005_131741.jpg It is just about the size of quarter
I have no use for it. If it is of any interest to anyone, just send me an email.

Allan from down under.

First, I want to sing the praises of the MTFCA and especially Mr. Strickland a nearby member. After the flood I posted that I was in urgent need of someone who could get my Maxwell and take it somewhere to try to get the water out of everything. Mr. Strickland without hesitation came to the rescue and went above and beyond to save the old car. It...

The answer is these two have useful tips. They need to be aware of going downhill with retarded spark and not using the parking brake to slow down as much, disconnecting the engine losing the transmission brake.

The 1926/‘27 Fordor has three window shade rods. One longer rear window shade rod and two shorter rear side window shade rods. I have the rear rod and need the two side window shade rods. It does not need to be for a Fordor or for the rear side windows since they are so rare, but two rear window shade rods for any 1926/‘27 closed car (Coupe,...

A local resident inherited a model t truck that had a flat. Tire. The local tire shop would,t touch it and was referred to me. I had experience with split rims on a roadster that I had and unowned that their is a way to lock the rim after putting tire on. This rim had no way to lock it and I am asking if anyone has a photo of what locking...

Has anyone heard from any of our members who are in the Hurricane area? I wonder if any Model T's have been damaged or members flooded out of homes?
Norm

Our coupe did not come with a windshield. So, I had no idea what all parts are needed. I went to the vendors and documented everything 26 coupe windshield. Many items did not specify coupe or whether they were for a closed or open car. Remember, our T came with nothing windshield related, nothing to compare to and we started with no knowledge of...

I am considering to change my Z head for a Prus head from Snyders or a Sherman style head from Lang’s. These look the same, but did anyone measure the volume of the chamber?

Hey all,

I am building a 1917 Great war no brass car.
There for I am looking for the 1917 hood shoulders.
Are there some where available? Even used will be Ok.
Or are there photos or drawings available to build them myself?

Thanks
Andre
Belgium

Here’s a progress picture of the bed

I have a new one to me, my number one coil
Keeps shorting out and going dead. It’s on my 1912 that has rebuilt coils. The coil will work for about 20 minutes like clock work and then stop working. It is isolated to number one cylinder and it is making me crazy.

I have soldered brass tabs onto the buttons on the coil to add brass shim To make up...

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This upcoming auction has an interesting bunch of Model T parts. Might be something of interest to some of you. November 9th in Copeland, Kansas. Copeland looks to be in the southwest part of Kansas, near Dodge City.

Hello All, I am new to the T Model world and have enjoyed learning a lot from information found within your forums - thank you very much. I hope that someone can tell me what the green bottle attached to the inner firewall just above the ID plate and to the left of the oil can as seen in this photo. Its a poor picture so I can add another in the...

DISCLAIMER: I'm not plugging these parts - I'm simply relating the story of the time, energy and expertise that went into creating them, and this will likely be of interest to many people.

Most folks look at Langs, Snyders, and other vendors websites and peruse the products they offer without much thought of what went into creating all those...

Latest project finished, started with repro brass ship's clock housings and transplanted the guts out of a 60 MPH GPS speedo, made matching faces on the computer and voila - expensive(?) looking gauges. Good enough for me.