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Announcement - All Support questions have been moved here

Last post by AdminJeff « Mon Jan 28, 2019 11:47 am

by AdminJeff » Mon Jan 28, 2019 11:47 am

In the ongoing quest of reducing forum clutter and keeping the topics relevant to the Model T in the Model T forum, this is the new place to ask for all help on the Forums.

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Highland Green?

Last post by ModelTWoods « Mon Apr 08, 2024 11:58 pm
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by Flyingpiper59 » Sun Apr 07, 2024 10:04 pm

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Good Evening everyone and a pleasant Sunday to you all!
The 1927 model T that I’ve been mechanically restoring is just off for painting…. I think I’ve come up with the color of hunter green as the original! Wondering if anyone had a paint code that would still cross match as closely as I can to the original……and I get it, the paint is pushing 100...

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I own a 1926 fordor that came to me out of Pennsylvania, by way of Valdosta, Georgia. I don't know who restored it in Pennsylvania, but while the paint job is of nice quality, if I had chosen the paint color, it would have been gray or maroon; anything but green. While i have nothing against John Deere tractors (my Dad owned plenty and combines,...

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Mon Apr 08, 2024 11:58 pm
Tar for coil potting

Last post by Bob McDaniel « Mon Apr 08, 2024 11:33 pm
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by Jim11787 » Sun Apr 07, 2024 4:38 pm

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I’ve read posts and can’t seem to find the tar local to me. I’m looking to buy enough to rebuild 8 or so coils. Anyone have a small piece they are willing to sell me?

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I wouldn't use the expanding foam because it will be a b×#@&* to remove later if you or the next guy need to ever work on that coil again.

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Last post by Bob McDaniel
Mon Apr 08, 2024 11:33 pm
Original Service Bulletins binder question.

Last post by modeltspaz « Mon Apr 08, 2024 10:39 pm
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by Pep C Strebeck » Mon Mar 04, 2024 8:34 pm

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Would anyone happen to have any photos/images of an original binder for the Model T Service Bulletins? Over the years I have put together a good sized set of them including some binder covers. The covers came in the bottom of a box with some other paper ephemera and my question is this; What was used to hold it all together? Was it split type...

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I do now! Thank you, Allan.

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Last post by modeltspaz
Mon Apr 08, 2024 10:39 pm
Nice roadster.

Last post by Allan « Mon Apr 08, 2024 10:05 pm
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by Dollisdad » Tue Apr 02, 2024 7:25 pm

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Too late Keith. I have just about worn them out. Right in fashion though, hole in the right knee.
Allan.

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Last post by Allan
Mon Apr 08, 2024 10:05 pm
How to install glass, 1927 Touring windshield

Last post by Jack Putnam, in Ohio « Mon Apr 08, 2024 8:23 pm
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by bmklawt » Mon Apr 08, 2024 5:56 pm

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Searched but could not find specifics on how to install glass in windshield frames then in stanchions.
1, Do I wrap the glass in glass setting/bedding cloth tape I get at Lang's before inserting glass into frame.
2, Do I also use the setting/bedding tape or something else for under the clamp and each end of frame.
3, Do I get safety glass or...

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Installing the glass in your windshield frame is easy if you take the frame to your nearby glass shop and let them do it properly. It not that expensive. If you break it while you try to install it, you just doubled the cost.

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Last post by Jack Putnam, in Ohio
Mon Apr 08, 2024 8:23 pm
An other dumb distributor question

Last post by TRDxB2 « Mon Apr 08, 2024 5:07 pm
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by Craig Leach » Mon Mar 25, 2024 12:10 pm

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There has been some discussion about aftermarket distributors and I would like to get this cleared up in my mind. As I understand there was
or is a gentleman that designed & manufactured the drive to run a Bosch distributor on a model T. What I cant seem to figure out is what was
his name? So far I have heard Rader, Raider, Reader, Reeder & R.G....

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There's another way too The 'DIY' >>>
Renovating a Period Correct Distributor

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Mon Apr 08, 2024 5:07 pm
Old Photo - Assortment of things.

Last post by Rich Eagle « Mon Apr 08, 2024 1:30 pm

by Rich Eagle » Mon Apr 08, 2024 1:30 pm

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This touched a nerve today. It's so typical of how things evolve.
Have a nice day.
Rich
From H.A.M.B.
(might be low cowl?)

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Mon Apr 08, 2024 1:30 pm
paint cost

Last post by Tbird « Mon Apr 08, 2024 12:13 pm
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by ryanpad » Thu Apr 04, 2024 4:03 pm

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I have my new Rootlieb sheet metal and the body is being worked on so my question is on the paint and costs. I do want a professional paint job and plan to bring the fenders, running boards etc to a local shop and wondering if anyone has had a recent experience and how much to expect it to cost.
I may wait to bring them the body as it is finished...

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I've followed this guy's videos for quite some time and he will walk you through all the steps of painting your own car as a beginner even using a HF gun with great results.

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Mon Apr 08, 2024 12:13 pm
Anybody knows a Henry Carter, KY?

Last post by dykker5502 « Mon Apr 08, 2024 11:28 am
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by dykker5502 » Wed Apr 03, 2024 9:24 am

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Hi,
I have a Henry Carter from Madisonville KY, who have ordered (and paid) for a set of refurbished coils on eBay.

Due to shipment costs, I do normally not deal with Model T folks from the US and you do also have lots of alternative US based solutions, but now the payment have come through to me, but he do not react on the messges I've send to...

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Thank you all - I think I have found his phonenumber and want to call him and see what his plans are. Today he may be out looking for the solar eclipse.

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Last post by dykker5502
Mon Apr 08, 2024 11:28 am
Exhaust Nut Thread Size

Last post by jagiven « Mon Apr 08, 2024 8:39 am
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by jagiven » Fri Apr 05, 2024 3:57 pm

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Hello, I need to clean up the threads on a 25 exhaust manifold. What is the thread size?

Thanks

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Thanks Steve for the detailed write-up on your page. Also hope your recovering well.

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Last post by jagiven
Mon Apr 08, 2024 8:39 am
“Least he’s not on the hood!”

Last post by Wayne Sheldon « Mon Apr 08, 2024 3:43 am
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by Dollisdad » Fri Apr 05, 2024 11:38 am

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Thank you Allan B for those details. I had wondered if the trees might offer a clue.

I wanted to expand a bit on the notion of the speedster pickup . While not a commonly seen thing, over the years I have seen a fair number of era photos of what amount to speedster pickups . They are an interesting curiosity. Part sporty roadster, part practical...

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Last post by Wayne Sheldon
Mon Apr 08, 2024 3:43 am
On this date ..,

Last post by Art M « Sun Apr 07, 2024 11:05 pm
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by Moxie26 » Sun Apr 07, 2024 9:17 am

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...... April 7th, 1947, Henry Ford died.

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I was 3 years and 3 days old, I was born on 4/4/44. Because Henry died, I thought there would be no more new Fords.

Art Mirtes

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Last post by Art M
Sun Apr 07, 2024 11:05 pm
Who made this?

Last post by Craig Leach « Sun Apr 07, 2024 10:32 pm
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by Dan Hatch » Fri Apr 05, 2024 8:33 am

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Does anyone know who made this? Is it still available?
Came off a speedster friend has. Don’t know history, hope someone here can tell me more. It bolts to what looks to be Model A transmission so it can bolt on to a T engine.
Replaces the Ball Cap, AKA 4th main.
Thinking about making them if no one else is still doing it.
Post here of email...

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Hi Dan,
This will be of little help but if I remember correctly I have seen one in a 26/7 roadster that I looked at that had a A rear end, juice brakes
& 19 A wheels,with fiberglass fenders as well as the A trans. I did not realize that it also replaced the 4th main as well. Good idea all the
add on A trans setups I have found available are...

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Last post by Craig Leach
Sun Apr 07, 2024 10:32 pm
8- Spoke Steel Wheels

Last post by Craig Leach « Sun Apr 07, 2024 9:19 pm
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by Schrep771 » Thu Apr 04, 2024 12:26 pm

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Looking for a brand name or information on a set or 4) 8-spoke Model t steel wheels I recently acquired. All was well until I measured them for tires. All 4) 24 . So 30 x 3's would work but think they wouldn't look correct or perform well especially on a Tudor. Are 32 x 4's an option? Any advice appreciated. (Or a set of 23 steel Wheels)

Thanks...

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Dito on checking those wheels. Humble Howards Lucky 7 broke one of the spokes in those wheels.
Craig.

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Last post by Craig Leach
Sun Apr 07, 2024 9:19 pm
I'm a complete Moron

Last post by Craig Leach « Sun Apr 07, 2024 8:45 pm
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by bmklawt » Sat Apr 06, 2024 10:13 pm

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So, here's the lowdown on my Model T misadventures: I figured I'd dive into the deep end, had Joe bell rebuild the engine. He got it purring like a kitten... well, more like a kitten with a smoker's cough, carburetor problems, that's on me. Then I meticulously pieced together the rest of the car, from the tires up, with the confidence of someone...

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Instructions INSTRUCTIONS were men we don't need no instructions we go forth & do if it dosn't work then we refer to the corrections.
They look just like instructions but are not used untill it dosn't work! This is also followed by our favorite woman saying I told you so!!!!
Craig.

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Last post by Craig Leach
Sun Apr 07, 2024 8:45 pm
Front axle spring supports?

Last post by Allan « Sun Apr 07, 2024 7:55 pm
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by ginom » Sun Apr 07, 2024 2:22 pm

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Does anybody know anything about these front spring supporst shown in the attached pics? Do they serve a useful purpose. Thanks for your help!

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They may serve to limit side sway on the shackles, a bit like a panhard bar does. Hard to see it being as effecfive. Pig ugly though.

Allan from down under.

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Last post by Allan
Sun Apr 07, 2024 7:55 pm
Another Ruckstell question

Last post by A Whiteman « Sun Apr 07, 2024 4:31 pm
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by Oldav8tor » Fri Apr 05, 2024 11:53 am

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Dummy questions here, sorry......
Does a Ruckstell rear end completely replace the existing differential or does it retain some of the parts?
Do you retain the inner Hyatt bearings?
Will it work with a 10 tooth pinion or only the 11 tooth that originally came with the car?

My current rear axle configuration includes a modern pinion bearing, ten...

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Unless.................

Ha ha :-) that is the best part of the T hobby !

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Last post by A Whiteman
Sun Apr 07, 2024 4:31 pm
Canvas for tops

Last post by Original Smith « Sun Apr 07, 2024 3:17 pm
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by Marc Roberts » Fri Apr 05, 2024 8:47 pm

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I have a couple of early cars, including a 1914 T Runabout, that have old deteriorated tops made of plain black canvas. I had a chance to get a Juki industrial sewing machine from an upholstey shop that went out of business, and now I am thinking making my own tops and accessories. I don't think I would make curtains, as I don't think I would ever...

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Forget canvas! Classtique uses the almost correct Ford type material.

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Last post by Original Smith
Sun Apr 07, 2024 3:17 pm
Cylinder Head Marked "WHITE" over K_R

Last post by ModelTWoods « Sun Apr 07, 2024 3:16 pm
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by RVA23T » Sun Apr 07, 2024 9:48 am

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Anything special about a head marked WHITE and under the white stamping, is a K_R ? This is on my engine and I noticed it while the head was off to look at how I'm going to address bad exhaust valves, as well as rot/corrosion at the head bolt hole and the water jacket between 2 & 3 along with 2 cracks radiating from the #3 exhaust valve seat. I...

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Looks like Mr. White, didn't want to lose his head .

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Last post by ModelTWoods
Sun Apr 07, 2024 3:16 pm
Unique swivel and fiber gear - ID requested

Last post by Russ_Furstnow « Sun Apr 07, 2024 11:32 am
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by Retro54 » Sat Apr 06, 2024 7:51 pm

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I came across a photo of this swivel and fiber gear. The bracket looks like 1915 or so, but the strait drive swivel and large fiber gear are throwing me off. Is this model T hardware or for another automobile of similar vintage? Just curious to see what the experts say. Thank you in advance!

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Andy, I sent you a PM. Russ Furstnow

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Sun Apr 07, 2024 11:32 am
Capacitor

Last post by Moxie26 « Sat Apr 06, 2024 10:41 pm
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by Ralph F » Wed Mar 27, 2024 2:29 pm

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I have a question about capacitors, I had some coils rebuilt in 2020 and I had thought it would be a good idea to check them on a strobo spark and have 3 of them that have capacitor that have failed according to the strobo spark. My question is why would I this happen with 4 year old rebuild coils. These coils were professional rebuilt and set up...

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They sell what is beneficial to coil needs and performance.

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Last post by Moxie26
Sat Apr 06, 2024 10:41 pm
Car shipping

Last post by EricMac « Sat Apr 06, 2024 9:59 pm
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by Larry LaPatka » Thu Jan 18, 2024 9:53 pm

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Just got done shipping a car by way of Bill Squires Transportation
And just wanted to let you all know as usual what a wonderful job by an equally wonderful individual. On budget, on time regardless of weather conditions, and the car was delivered in exactly the same condition as when it was loaded. I would highly recommend this carrier for any...

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Bill hauled my '37 Cadillac 70 Series Convertible Sedan from St. Louis, MO to my house in Michigan. Like everyone else here, he was on time, polite and professional. I would not hesitate to use him again.

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Last post by EricMac
Sat Apr 06, 2024 9:59 pm
I need a battery

Last post by Luke « Sat Apr 06, 2024 5:45 pm
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by DarkLeftArm » Thu Apr 04, 2024 6:06 pm

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What's the going wisdom about 6 volt batteries these days?
Lots of motorcycle collectors I know are transitioning to lithium batteries, Light, leakproof, work well in warm weather, etc.
Is there a good lithium option?
My worry is that a regular lead-acid unit will just not take kindly to my sporadic use, and need to be swapped out every couple...

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We all have our opinions & I had posted one from the Battery Plus website that seems to have been ignored. Just to reinforce what Jeff has said here it is Battery Plus again...

Frank,

You are right that we all have opinions. Mine is based on extensive research and direct experience of LiFePO4 over many years, but I've already said my piece and...

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Last post by Luke
Sat Apr 06, 2024 5:45 pm
Generator not charging

Last post by RadRacer203 « Sat Apr 06, 2024 5:27 pm
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by RadRacer203 » Sat Apr 06, 2024 7:21 am

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Finally fixed the running issue with my T only to find that my generator isn't actually charging the battery. I guess I never actually bothered to check before this. Before I got the car it sat since '87, and I've heard talk about generators needing to be polarized, does this apply to the T? I do know it's the generator itself that has the issue,...

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Ah, yup. I don’t know exactly what I'm looking at, but it doesn't look great and something smells slightly burnt. Definitely going to need to be rebuilt

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Last post by RadRacer203
Sat Apr 06, 2024 5:27 pm
balancing beads

Last post by Gen3AntiqueAuto « Sat Apr 06, 2024 4:07 pm
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by Will » Tue Mar 19, 2024 9:53 am

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Has anyone found any difference in the balancing beads sold by Dyna balance (the company that originated the product) or the ones that are being sold by the competitors. There's a marked difference in price between the two and I was wondering if the extra money would be worth going with the Dyna bead company compared to the ones called Conteract...

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If anyone is interested, I will have a small amount in inventory here soon. I'll be selling them as a kit again, one kit = one Model T's worth (4 tires)...

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Last post by Gen3AntiqueAuto
Sat Apr 06, 2024 4:07 pm
Capacitors

Last post by MKossor « Sat Apr 06, 2024 1:40 pm
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by Dennis_Brown » Sun Mar 24, 2024 9:44 pm

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What is the difference in capacitors with the same rating?
On the computer I put in .47K 400V and came up with different capacitors with different prices and the same rating?
I am not an electronics person so plain language works best.

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What is the difference in capacitors with the same rating?

Capacitors are electronic components with the basic function being the the ability to store and release energy. They also have the ability to pass Alternating Current (AC) while blocking Direct Current (DC). These characteristics of a capacitor have a wide variety of applications in...

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Last post by MKossor
Sat Apr 06, 2024 1:40 pm
Fan Belt and Oil questions

Last post by TRDxB2 « Sat Apr 06, 2024 1:19 pm
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by DarkLeftArm » Fri Apr 05, 2024 8:22 pm

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Thanks for the advice so far on my '26(25) Touring that I inherited.

One thing I need for sure is a fan belt. The old one was hanging in shreds, and besides, I removed the old plugged up water pump that my dad put on there, so I don't have a comparison.
I'm assuming I can put on one of those modern flat belts with the little ribs on the...

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Everyone has their preference with good results. Engine modifications also affect selection. The original Ford specification was for a light oil, which has been equated to Today's 20w. One factor in selecting the engine oil is that it is also used by the transmission, often referred to as a wet clutch (as in some motor cycles & Diesels). Rotella...

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Last post by TRDxB2
Sat Apr 06, 2024 1:19 pm
Top cover?

Last post by TWrenn « Sat Apr 06, 2024 10:08 am
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by colonelpowers » Fri Apr 05, 2024 10:44 pm

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A friend of mine told me years ago about an unusual car cover that he had had for an A. It always sounded like a good idea and I wondered if anyone has or makes one for a T. The cover was more like a cap and just covered the top and windows on his Tudor. It has been too long to recall the specifics beyond that. I could probably make one myself but...

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While I am asking the previous question let me ask another, more important question. I have to haul a new T purchase home on Sunday and it will be about a 12 hour trip with the car on an open trailer. I am afraid of covering the car because of potential damage to the paint but I worry about the older top on the car. It is a closed car. I was...

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Last post by TWrenn
Sat Apr 06, 2024 10:08 am
Ruckstell with 12 rivet Housing??

Last post by Allan « Sat Apr 06, 2024 9:45 am
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by BRENT in 10-uh-C » Fri Apr 05, 2024 10:09 am

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I am trying to mock-assemble a Ruckstell housing mated with a 12 rivet housing, and the differential carrier housing seems to be hitting in the clamshell area before the two halves can be joined. Do I need to machine the differential housing to gain the needed clearance? (Not sure if there is even enough material that can be removed) Has anyone...

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Brent, my apologies if I have caused any offence.
I was not talking about aesthetics . T owners fit many kinds of accessories to their cars, and they are welcome to do so as far as I am concerned.

My point was that modifying a 1912 clamshell axle housing to accept a Ruckstell fitment does not make that fitment any more correct than using the...

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Last post by Allan
Sat Apr 06, 2024 9:45 am
Adjusting the Tie Rod on a 26 T

Last post by Mopar_man « Sat Apr 06, 2024 8:40 am
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by Mopar_man » Fri Apr 05, 2024 10:29 pm

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I'm getting ready to adjust the Tie Rod now that I've rebuilt the whole front end. The first thing I'm going to do is drive the car just down the street and back to settle everything. Then I'll check the air in the tires. Here are the steps I'm doing with the areas I'm confused about

1. Measure the hub of the wheels from to back to make sure that...

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Thanks guys. I bought my axel from Dan who makes the inserts. He straightened it and machined the ends. The spindles are NOS. I'll check everything but I betting that those will be ok. I just wanted to make sure that the Tie Rod adjustment was correct. Thanks for the input. I do think ai was getting two things mixed up.

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Last post by Mopar_man
Sat Apr 06, 2024 8:40 am
T losing power when hot

Last post by RadRacer203 « Sat Apr 06, 2024 7:06 am
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by RadRacer203 » Sat Feb 10, 2024 3:59 pm

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Wondering if anyone might have suggestions on what I should look for, I took my '26 coupe out for a longer drive today to test out my new exhaust, and it seems like it's losing power when the engine gets good and hot. The first mile or so I was flying along, probably as fast as I've ever taken the car, and it was running amazing. After a little...

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Surprisingly it doesn't mind the cold much at all! Takes a couple tries to start but runs great afterwards. It doesn't do very well in the mud though, I wish they still sold offroad style tires in this size, but I could only find ones with regular road tread

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Last post by RadRacer203
Sat Apr 06, 2024 7:06 am
Ruckstell 13 tooth pinion gear

Last post by Wayne Sheldon « Sat Apr 06, 2024 4:26 am
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by Mark Gregush » Fri Apr 05, 2024 8:09 pm

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So I just got a 13 tooth pinion stamped with Ruckstell, 8501 13-40 20N on the front and LC.CO. ID24 along with another number that can't be read on the back.
Would this have been used with the standard 40 tooth ring gear or other? With 40 tooth, looks to be about 3.07 to 1. How common was this combination, I don't see a lot in the Ruckstell repair...

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Before a thousand 13/39 gears were made post WW2, those were the usual 3 to 1 gears. Yes, they are not exactly 3 to 1, but that was what people called them. There were also some other companies back in the era that made 13/40, 13/39, 13/36, ten tooth pinions, and even a couple other unusual ratios.

The Ruckstell 13/40 gears were fairly good, but...

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Last post by Wayne Sheldon
Sat Apr 06, 2024 4:26 am
Rocky Mountain Brakes dragging?

Last post by RajoRacer « Fri Apr 05, 2024 8:51 pm
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by JBog » Fri Apr 05, 2024 3:57 pm

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I’m trying to readjust the Rocky Mountains on my car. I never installed them, they came when I bought the car. I’m having a hard time adjusting the gap to .020. There’s no constant gap all around. Does this look ok?

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I've never found any of the repro R.M. brake bands to be totally round & I've mounted up at least a dozen sets - set the adjustment tight enough so they don't get too hot to the touch after running down the road a piece !

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Last post by RajoRacer
Fri Apr 05, 2024 8:51 pm
Mystery Tools

Last post by 49willard « Fri Apr 05, 2024 8:06 pm
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by Mark Chaffin » Sat Feb 08, 2020 11:37 pm

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I have two tools I have been unable to identify. I believe they are Z tools; however, no visible marks to indicate that is the case. Any help would be appreciated.

Tool 3.jpg

Tool 4.jpg
First tool

Tool.jpg

Tool 2.jpg
Second tool

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This is an older thread. Did someone on the forum purchase the second tool in Mark's post? I asked Mark and he had sold it.

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Last post by 49willard
Fri Apr 05, 2024 8:06 pm
1916 horn switch wiring

Last post by Allan « Fri Apr 05, 2024 6:22 pm
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by KMcoldcars » Fri Apr 05, 2024 5:12 pm

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I am installing a correct steering column and magneto horn on my 1916 T. On the horn one wire goes from the magneto to the horn. The other wire goes from the horn to one terminal on the horn switch. Do I need to run a wire from the other terminal on the horn button to the steering column to complete the ground path?

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Keith, is it a top of the column switch held in place with two machine screws? The correct switch for 1915-16 cars has only one wire going to the switch. The switch has an inbuilt ground to the column. This ground is in the form of a thin brass piece from the switch terminal to the under side of one of the screw holes. When the screw is tightened,...

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Last post by Allan
Fri Apr 05, 2024 6:22 pm
TT Express Bed Floor

Last post by rwephill « Fri Apr 05, 2024 12:35 pm
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by mtntee20 » Tue Apr 02, 2024 4:39 pm

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I am in need of some help. I want to replace the sheet of plywood the P.O. used for the floor of a steel TT Express bed/box. I believe there are 5 steel rub strips over the seams between 7 floor boards, 2 steel side strips for between the outer 2 boards and the steel box, and 1 steel strip across the back end at the tail gate to cover the 7 board...

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I wish that was my bed. My truck came off a farm without any bed. I am building a wooden grain/express bed for it.
TTBedProgress.JPG

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Last post by rwephill
Fri Apr 05, 2024 12:35 pm
Rusty pan

Last post by Craig Leach « Fri Apr 05, 2024 11:52 am
Replies: 14
by Craig Leach » Wed Apr 03, 2024 11:13 pm

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Has anyone successfully use a rust encapsulating paint on the inside of a engine pan to deal with surface rust? Rather than sandblasting? I hate
trying to get sand out of tight places so they don't end up in the finished engine. Tanks.
Craig.

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Thanks everyone. I'm thinking I have the cart before the horse as the pan has not been on the anvil yet. And it will most definitely need to be
as I noticed the wishbone mount is bent as if someone pulled hard on the front axle. This pan may not be usable if it is twisted??? I'm reminded
that everything needs to be check multiple times to make...

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Last post by Craig Leach
Fri Apr 05, 2024 11:52 am
24 Touring Barn Car Revival - Part 3

Last post by Mopar_man « Fri Apr 05, 2024 8:21 am
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by RustyFords » Sun Jan 06, 2019 11:57 am
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New year, new forum software, new Build Thread page for my 24 Touring.

I am confident that this is the year that I'll return the old girl to the road.

Here's the previous two threads from the old forum:

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The car looks great!!! You can never drive a T too much. Ha!!!
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Fri Apr 05, 2024 8:21 am
A.R.M.Co Radiator

Last post by haydonr « Fri Apr 05, 2024 4:57 am
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by haydonr » Mon Apr 01, 2024 5:34 am

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I have a question regarding the radiator on our TT. We bought the truck in it's current state a couple of years ago, and the guy that restored it in 1978 has since passed away so I can't ask him about it, but it is fitted with an unusual radiator marked A.R.M.Co which I've been told stands for American Radiator Manufacturing Company. It has a...

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Ahaaa thank you Erik, that's exactly what I was hoping to see (and what I hadn't been able to find by googling it myself). Well done!

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Fri Apr 05, 2024 4:57 am
a question of horse power

Last post by Bruce Compton « Thu Apr 04, 2024 10:24 pm
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by robertw413 » Wed Apr 03, 2024 2:39 am

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thoughts and opinions which would make more horsepower, flat top pistons with a z head or domed pistons with stock head

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Yes Terry, I had a Z head that blew the gasket at the narrow surface between the cylinders. An old stock-car mechanic had the fix.......using the same used gasket he cleaned the leaking section of the gasket and applied some soft solder to both sides of the gasket especially over the rolled over seam (fire ring) . He sanded the patch to be close...

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Last post by Bruce Compton
Thu Apr 04, 2024 10:24 pm
New-ish guy

Last post by DarkLeftArm « Thu Apr 04, 2024 5:39 pm
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by DarkLeftArm » Wed Apr 03, 2024 11:36 pm

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Hi all.
I've been lurking here for a while now, reading and learning.
I inherited a '25 Touring car back in 1999 when my dad passed away. He had bought it as a retirement project, then burned out on it before he even retired, leaving it driveable, but only partially assembled. All the parts are there, I just need to figure out where they all go!...

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Howdy Bert, … Loved the history and provenance of your family’s acquisition of your touring ! Do you know my Model T friend Don Vagaske there in Tucson? Hes real friendly and might be helpful. Anyway, welcome to the crazy fun of these wonderful old cars. Questions ??
Ask away !!

I do not know your friend Don, but I do recognize the club I saw...

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Thu Apr 04, 2024 5:39 pm
Manley spring shackle tool

Last post by ChrisB « Thu Apr 04, 2024 5:39 pm
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by Herb Iffrig » Wed Apr 03, 2024 10:32 pm

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I came across this today. I was wondering if anyone would know how this was used and if it was a tool for a Model T service job.

Thanks

Herb

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Picture saved for the future.

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Thu Apr 04, 2024 5:39 pm
1927 Paint Finish

Last post by Norman Kling « Thu Apr 04, 2024 11:11 am
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by Russ_Furstnow » Mon Apr 01, 2024 11:45 am

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I have a 1927 Coupe that is painted Channel Green, and I came upon a very interesting 1927 Ford sales brochure that described the new paint colors for the Improved Ford. In the brochure, it describes the paint finish as a SATIN finish, which, to my knowledge, has not been described before. I'm wondering if anyone restoring a 1927 Ford has painted...

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I have sprayed a number of cars over the years. Many years ago I wanted to make a car look like a barn find so I used dark gray laquer primer and fogged some red oxide primer on it to make it look like old faded paint with rust. I also sprayed another car with several layers of Laquer and fine sanded between coats finally using rubbing compound....

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Last post by Norman Kling
Thu Apr 04, 2024 11:11 am
25 Touring radiator shell-nickel or black

Last post by NY John T « Thu Apr 04, 2024 9:21 am
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by NY John T » Wed Apr 03, 2024 2:50 pm

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Hi,
I've seen some 25 Touring cars with nickel plated (and some chrome) radiator shells. Question: did Ford put them on or were they all black when leaving the factory. Was the nickel an upgrade, or just a personal choice? Thanks,
John

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Thank you all for the discussion. My newly acquired Dec. 24 (model year 1925) Tourer has a nickel plated radiator shell and silver painted headlight rims. I will, at some time, replace the nickel with black. I want it to look like it rolled off the factory floor.
John

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Thu Apr 04, 2024 9:21 am
John Reagen Contact Information?

Last post by AdminJeff « Wed Apr 03, 2024 11:38 pm
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by Stephen1915 » Fri Mar 29, 2024 1:49 pm

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Anyone have his contact information? Thanks in advance!

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His email address was piewagon@gmail.com when he was working for Birdhaven a few years ago (I got it from them) but I wouldn't expect any response these days....

Jeff

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Wed Apr 03, 2024 11:38 pm
Stromberg OF Carb parts

Last post by ModelTWoods « Wed Apr 03, 2024 11:05 pm
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by SurfCityGene » Wed Apr 03, 2024 4:26 pm

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Does anyone make the Viton float needle tips for the OF carbs since Stan is gone?

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Terry,
Are you thinking of JR Means (Hot4Cyl on eBay) from Dunnegan, MO? His website is: jandshotrodasylum.com and his card says that he does engine rebuilding, coils, transmission repair, machine shop, magneto, and rebabbiting work.

That's the Dude. I have one of his old parts sheets showing many more OF parts than his website shows. i bought...

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Wed Apr 03, 2024 11:05 pm
Wire wheel bolt color.

Last post by Petrah Phyre « Wed Apr 03, 2024 8:03 pm

by Petrah Phyre » Wed Apr 03, 2024 8:03 pm

Any pictures of what others had done for wire wheel bolt color? I have a set of three bolt Ash Wire Wheels that are antique white with red center caps. Red, antique white to match, black...nickle plate. They will be on a 1926 speedster.

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Wed Apr 03, 2024 8:03 pm
Ford dealership in Panambi, RS, Brazil

Last post by RajoRacer « Wed Apr 03, 2024 6:14 pm
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by John E. Guitar » Wed Apr 03, 2024 7:48 am

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Note the pan straightening jig and other goodies in the workshop photo.

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Kinda looked like mine, Bob !

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Wed Apr 03, 2024 6:14 pm
E&J headlights

Last post by JTT3 « Wed Apr 03, 2024 3:06 pm
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by Les Schubert » Tue Apr 02, 2024 2:24 pm

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I know this is not truly Model T, but perhaps I can get some information.
I have about 2/3 of an original one (missing the top half of the body). Looking online, I see that in the past someone has reproduced these lights. Were the parts “authentic”(would the parts interchange)?
I’m considering making a pattern and casting the piece I’m missing.

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I think I have a contact of the folks / students that helped in selling some of Bob Scherzer stuff who use to reproduce those headlights if you’re interested.

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Wed Apr 03, 2024 3:06 pm
That’s a carload!

Last post by TWrenn « Wed Apr 03, 2024 9:17 am
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by Dollisdad » Tue Mar 26, 2024 12:59 pm

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If I didn't know better, the guy in pic #4 sure resembles Original Smith!! :lol:

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Last post by TWrenn
Wed Apr 03, 2024 9:17 am
Has Anyone Tried Laminated Glass for Acetylene Headlight Lenses?

Last post by CudaMan « Wed Apr 03, 2024 7:52 am
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by CudaMan » Sun Mar 24, 2024 4:09 pm

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I managed to crack the flat glass lens on one of the E&J 333 acetylene headlights on my 1912 Flanders 20. I plan to take it to my local glass shop to have a new one made. Should I ask them to make the new one out of plain flat glass like the original, or would laminated glass work? I wonder how well laminated glass would hold up to the heat (I do...

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Update - my local glass company called and said they had the plate glass lens ready for pickup, they had a scrap piece of 1/8 inch thick plate glass that was large enough to make one lens. Price, including polishing the edges, was eight dollars, a bargain IMO! It fit perfectly.

I asked them to obtain another piece of glass and make two more...

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Wed Apr 03, 2024 7:52 am
Shop class

Last post by Dennis_Brown « Tue Apr 02, 2024 10:50 pm
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by Rich P. Bingham » Sat Mar 30, 2024 2:26 pm

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Caption says University of Iowa auto mechanics class.
No wonder it’s so neat !

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The earlier engine with the later coil box is more than likely sitting on a test stand torun it before installing back in a car

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Tue Apr 02, 2024 10:50 pm
Sad News

Last post by Arbs « Tue Apr 02, 2024 6:48 pm
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by otrcman » Sun Mar 31, 2024 11:58 am

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My brother, Brian, and I sadly post news that our father, Dick Fischer, passed away this week after a period of declining health. Dad really enjoyed this forum over the years. As many of you know, he was a true engineer, and nothing he liked more than talking technical. This is a great place.

We are keeping our 1912 Touring, as it's been in the...

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My condolences. Oldav8tor is right. Hang on to that T if you can. It's a great way to pass on a legacy in your family.

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Last post by Arbs
Tue Apr 02, 2024 6:48 pm
What engine oil should I avoid

Last post by John kuehn « Tue Apr 02, 2024 1:57 pm
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by bmklawt » Mon Apr 01, 2024 11:28 pm

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My brain hurts from reading all the post about what engine oil is best for a Model T, I'm sure modern day oil is far superior to what was available when my car was new in 1927. I would like to know is there any oil or probable more appropriate to ask is there any additives I should avoid that could harm my engine. When I restored my 1929 John...

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Go to Wal-Mart, auto parts stores, Dollar stores etc and buy their store brand 10W30 and rest assured it will work just fine. It’s a world of difference better than any motor oil that was used in the Model T era. Don’t spend your money on exotic brands that have this and that in it and try to please everybody else. There will always be different...

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Last post by John kuehn
Tue Apr 02, 2024 1:57 pm
Transmission end plates

Last post by Dan Hatch « Tue Apr 02, 2024 11:41 am
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by jeffstag » Mon Apr 01, 2024 10:57 am

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Hello,
Is there a measurement or does anybody have side by side photos of transmission end plates? I know the 26/27 sits down inside the drum ID and is not interchangeable with the earlier ones, but I'll be darned if I can find how to tell the difference just looking at a loose one sitting on the shelf.

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Last year at Luray there was a sample of the new reproduction Driven Plate that someone was working on making. Looked great, hope to see more this year. Dan

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Last post by Dan Hatch
Tue Apr 02, 2024 11:41 am
Left Side Ruckstell shifter

Last post by Art Wilson « Tue Apr 02, 2024 12:11 am
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by speedytinc » Fri Jul 02, 2021 4:23 pm

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Downloads.jpg Rux lt shift.jpeg[/attachment
O my God. I finally got some pix to load.
A ways back, I mentioned building left side rux shifters in a discussion. Pix were requested.

Why a left side shift? To shift a rux, you have to be able to use your throttle. With a center shift, one must go thru a bunch of unsafe contortions, unless there is a...

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A discarded Model A shift lever is a good candidate for making the Ruckstell shift lever. It is tapered, gives a more factory like appearance and is easily threaded for a shift knob.

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Last post by Art Wilson
Tue Apr 02, 2024 12:11 am
Welded rods with an A crank

Last post by Brian Cress « Mon Apr 01, 2024 12:49 pm
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by Bruce Compton » Fri Mar 29, 2024 10:05 pm

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I have a very nice 1913 Canadian block (three digit Canadian number) that has had a Model A crank installed. It also has a reground cam, adjustable and later valves and new 0.060 pistons and rings. Looking close at the connecting rods , it appears that someone welded T tops to A bottoms, The rods and crank are beautiful and the engine has run...

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Thanks for the picture Kenny.

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Last post by Brian Cress
Mon Apr 01, 2024 12:49 pm
Heater?

Last post by Jim Eubanks « Mon Apr 01, 2024 8:32 am
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by colonelpowers » Wed Mar 27, 2024 8:04 pm

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I am fixing to start working on a new T and while I am thinking about installing a heater in this one. I really don't mind the cold in winter but my wife would rather not freeze. I have been looking at exhaust heaters with the floor grill. They look like they would be the most effective but I wonder how you shut them off in the summer. Would you...

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IMHO I have heaters on both my Ts that utilize heat from the exhaust pipe, not the manifold and have a fresh air pickup behind the engine fan. No danger of exhaust gas this way. Starting below the manifold connection there is a surrounding cover over the exh pipe that is sealed at both ends and open to a floor grate.

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Last post by Jim Eubanks
Mon Apr 01, 2024 8:32 am
Those Modified VW Distributor For Model T Ignitions

Last post by jsaylor « Mon Apr 01, 2024 2:45 am
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by J1MGOLDEN » Thu Mar 21, 2024 5:51 pm

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Does anyone go back far enough to know which company was the first to modify the VW Distributor for Model T use, and sell a kit with directions to install it?

There are at least two companies that sold them over 30 years ago!

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I bought two of the made in Argentina distributors in the late 60's. From a vintage parts dealer in Rosemead, Calif. They were $25 each ! They had an auto advance that I removed and made it manual. I am still running one of them. It's been trouble free all those years. The distributor head is an exact copy of the Autolite distributor (IAD-400)...

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Last post by jsaylor
Mon Apr 01, 2024 2:45 am
Oil Leak

Last post by Allan « Sun Mar 31, 2024 9:43 pm
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by GeorgeHounslow » Sat Mar 23, 2024 5:48 pm

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Hi All,

I have found out that the cause of my rear axle oil leaks is engine oil leaking into the back axle and out one of the axle ends. I have followed the kind advice of several people on this forum regarding the installation of the inner neoprene seals - I have also fitted outer neoprene seals. I have been filling the U-Joint with grease on a...

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When I do a rebuild I replace the usual domed plug in the output shaft with a cup type plug. It cannot skew and let oil pass.

Allan from down under.

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Last post by Allan
Sun Mar 31, 2024 9:43 pm
Speedometer

Last post by Allan « Sun Mar 31, 2024 9:34 pm
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by GregDeK » Sun Mar 31, 2024 9:02 pm

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What kind of grease, (if any) do you put on the speedo gears on the drive wheel. I can argue none, given the fact that grease will hold dust and turn the goo into a grinding compound, but hey, what do I know?

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My guess is the smaller fibre gear is sacrificial. As they wear they can be easily replaced.

Allan from down under.

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Last post by Allan
Sun Mar 31, 2024 9:34 pm
Happy Easter

Last post by Susanne « Sun Mar 31, 2024 4:06 pm
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by Nv Bob » Sun Mar 31, 2024 1:06 am

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Oliver style

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Indeed, He is risen, hallelujah! (like the red zone on my motometer in the summer!!)

Buona Pasqua / Happy Easter to everyone over there from all of us over here!!!!

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Last post by Susanne
Sun Mar 31, 2024 4:06 pm
Folks and their Fords

Last post by Dan Haynes « Sun Mar 31, 2024 3:42 pm
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by Dollisdad » Sun Mar 31, 2024 3:11 pm

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Interesting; in photo #5 they are clustered around the car while the driver is blowing down the boiler...

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Last post by Dan Haynes
Sun Mar 31, 2024 3:42 pm
Two Questions . . .

Last post by jiminbartow « Sun Mar 31, 2024 10:32 am
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by Campbell Tellman » Sat Mar 30, 2024 12:06 pm

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I have searched for the answers on the site but still need some guidance. I have a 1916 Touring and have removed the body for restoration. I have forgotten the reassembly order. Do the splash shields attach below the body on top of the mounting pads? Second question what engine stand do you recommend?
Thanks,
Campbell Tellman II
Beaufort, NC

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Using the same height and width dimensions as the frame, I made one out of 2”x 4”s which served me well. Assembled using 2 1/2” drywall screws, I made it waist high so it made working on the engine very easy. Very sturdy and hardly cost anything. When I was done, I disassembled it and used the lumber on other projects. No storage room needed. Jim...

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Last post by jiminbartow
Sun Mar 31, 2024 10:32 am
Wood Spokes. Is this the new normal

Last post by Nv Bob « Sun Mar 31, 2024 1:09 am
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by got10carz » Sat Mar 30, 2024 12:08 pm

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These are pictures of new spokes from a supplier. 30x3 1/2, 5/8 tenon. The largest measurement of the tenon is .030 smaller than 5/8. The bevel where the spoke sits against the hub is tapered.

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Tenon came in two sizes

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Sun Mar 31, 2024 1:09 am
Morton and Brett speedster build

Last post by Jay In Northern Ca. « Sat Mar 30, 2024 11:03 pm
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by blauvelt » Sat Oct 22, 2022 11:13 am

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Picked up what I think is a Morton and Brett speedster. Does anyone have a Morton and Brett radiator? Been reading, seems there was a run of Polyform bodies made years back, and there may have also been a run of radiator shells made? Does anyone have any pictures they could share? Were the shells made to fit over a model T radiator (found a...

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GREAT THREAD! Ford Girl.gif

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Last post by Jay In Northern Ca.
Sat Mar 30, 2024 11:03 pm
Finally got windows.

Last post by RGould1910 « Sat Mar 30, 2024 9:15 pm
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by Dollisdad » Tue Mar 26, 2024 7:07 pm

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Got the glass installed and had to replace the ising glass in the side curtains as they had deteriorated over time. IMG_8696.jpeg IMG_8697.jpeg IMG_8695.jpeg IMG_8693.jpeg Need a little adjusting, but after being rolled up for 30 years they need to relax and stretch a little.

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You did good, Tom. From the photos it looks like new tubing. Thanks for detailing the steps. I havent yet inspected mine to reveal any cracks. Ill save tis thread for future reference if there are.

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Sat Mar 30, 2024 9:15 pm
What is this body bracket?

Last post by Allan « Sat Mar 30, 2024 8:06 pm
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by NealW » Sat Mar 30, 2024 6:07 pm

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Today I was sorting and consolidating my boxes of T parts, and found this apparent body bracket. It either came with the 1915 or 1911 projects that I restored. There is no part number on it and is about 9 long. I was wondering if anyone can help identify what it is?

Thanks,

Neal

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I suspect it was a bun tail light bracket, but think it is likely hand forged for the job. The light end of most factory brackets is round. The other end of this one is asymmetric and typical of hand forging. This would also explain why there is no part number on it.

Allan from down under.

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Sat Mar 30, 2024 8:06 pm
Quick Poly?

Last post by CraneJon « Sat Mar 30, 2024 6:59 pm
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by thom » Wed Mar 13, 2024 11:53 am

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Can anyone tell me about, or give a link about repairing (temporarily) wood spoke wheels with something called Quick Poly? Thanks.

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Had a front wheel fail once. Advice...Go see Mr Stutzman in Ohio and have your wheels rebuilt correctly for the next 100 years!

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Sat Mar 30, 2024 6:59 pm
12 Volt reading on my 6 volt ammeter

Last post by J1MGOLDEN « Sat Mar 30, 2024 6:51 pm
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by SamInStL » Wed Mar 27, 2024 2:03 pm

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I'm trying to solve some electrical problems on a car that has a 12 volt Texas T alternator. I don't pretend to know much about electricity so I need some help. At anything above an idle the ammeter is pegged at 20 amps. Someone told me that because I am using an original 6 volt ammeter with a 12 volt system the reading is double--a 20 amp reading...

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Henry Ford evidently made 2 Inches the standard instrument gauge.

You can buy the adapter ring used to replace the larger ammeter space used or 1919 to 1925 Model T Fords.

Then enlarge the inside are to a 2 inch circle and insert any gage you wish, ammeter, voltmeter, etc.

I have done several and inserted the Ford Tractor Ammeter and other...

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Sat Mar 30, 2024 6:51 pm
Rajo OHV question

Last post by YellowTRacer « Sat Mar 30, 2024 5:45 pm
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by Fisher400 » Thu Mar 28, 2024 7:18 am

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For the guys running a Rajo ohv… or any OHV, do you need to run a water pump? I know in original articles in model t in speed and sport it was a common addition, but it seems the consensus now is a water pump is not needed if the rad is in good working order.

I have a 26 with a bb, hot cam, model a crank and had to remove the water pump and...

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The wrap on the intake took care of the carb and manifold icing up (on a 104 degree day!) long story that I won't go into here but 20 or so years ago that happened. I installed the wrap and it hasn't happened since. As for the other side of the engine, I don't have a picture of it but no great loss, not much to see just the exhaust header and...

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Last post by YellowTRacer
Sat Mar 30, 2024 5:45 pm
Get your coils and/or timer tested at Chickasha

Last post by Larry Azevedo « Sat Mar 30, 2024 5:39 pm
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by Larry Azevedo » Tue Mar 05, 2024 12:05 pm

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I have developed a benchtop tester which fully simulates the performance of the timer / coil ignition system, including operation on magneto voltage on the Model T. The system can measure the performance of any timer running on battery or magneto at any desired rpm. In addition, the system can drive a set of four coils and the behavior of each...

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Hi Andy,
I tested about 25 coils for different folks. Some needed adjustment which we did. Only one timer was tested which was a new New Day timer.
Larry

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Last post by Larry Azevedo
Sat Mar 30, 2024 5:39 pm
A what is it question

Last post by Mark Gregush « Sat Mar 30, 2024 5:23 pm
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by CTLeonard » Thu Mar 28, 2024 8:55 am

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The local VFW regained possession of a T that was original to the little town. One thing that sticks out is the hole in the cowl . Sure looks to be a factory looking hole. Anyone know what it is? Thank you IMG_8131.jpg

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Would think the VFW would have photos from the past showing the car in action or the local newspaper.

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Last post by Mark Gregush
Sat Mar 30, 2024 5:23 pm
Did 26/27 frame have gas tank bracket holes?

Last post by signsup « Sat Mar 30, 2024 3:02 pm
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by signsup » Sat Mar 30, 2024 8:41 am

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Working on this former depot hack project that was represented as 26/27 and has those years engine in it. But reading thread on gas filter reminded me that a car of that period would have the tank in the cowl. But this frame has the two holes on one side and one hole on the other for the round tank under the drivers seat.
Do I have a different...

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Thanks for all the great info. It appears that I have a 26/27 frame, although the tank and brackets are round, that is what was on the depot hack when I got it and I will frame my ambulance body around it.
Thanks for confirming.

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Sat Mar 30, 2024 3:02 pm
Brass cap on 1915 side lamp...brass plated?

Last post by popeyet « Sat Mar 30, 2024 2:45 pm
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by popeyet » Fri Mar 29, 2024 6:59 pm

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The upper brass cap on my 1915 sidelamps seems to be brass plated. I notice on the vendor sites they say highly polished brass for replacements. But they mention solid brass on a couple of the other models for what looks like earlier cars.

The brand is Edmunds & Jones Model 8. Does anyone have experience and knowledge of this item?

Thanks.

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I'm thinking that was probably stock set up.

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Sat Mar 30, 2024 2:45 pm
How to install Rocky Mountain Brake linings

Last post by AndyClary « Sat Mar 30, 2024 1:52 pm
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by bmklawt » Sat Mar 30, 2024 12:59 pm

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This may have been discuses before but I can't find it.
Getting ready to install Rocky Mountain Brakes on my 27 Touring but first I need to put on new linings, is there a certain procedure I should follow to do this, to me it looks like I just start at one end and finish on the other, centering the lining on the band.

Your help is greatly...

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When I reline Rockies I clamp the band and lining to a drum, squeezing it together like they would when operating. After aligning the band and lining I drill all the holes. Disassemble, countersink the holes and the rivet lining to the band from the middle out.

Andy

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Last post by AndyClary
Sat Mar 30, 2024 1:52 pm
1927 Gas filter

Last post by Model T Matt « Sat Mar 30, 2024 10:17 am
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by Inthegarage » Fri Mar 29, 2024 9:27 am

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I ordered a gas filter from one of the suppliers
And by my surprise they are back ordered. Does anyone know of a filter that is a replacement. I really don’t want to cut up the fuel line and install a inline filter.

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looks like a flat rate small box is 10.60 and part is $4.95-so $15.55 total

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Last post by Model T Matt
Sat Mar 30, 2024 10:17 am
What have you done to your Model T in March?

Last post by NealW « Sat Mar 30, 2024 8:02 am
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by NealW » Sun Mar 10, 2024 7:20 pm

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The month is 1/3 over, and no posts on this topic yet!

I can't say that I've done anything on our two T's, as they are still on jacks for the winter, but my wonderful wife finished this wall hanging quilt of our 1911 touring that we restored for my birthday at the beginning of the month. She used the picture below it as the inspiration.

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Last fall I bought an orphaned 1922 engine to install in our 1911 touring car so that I could preserve the car's original engine. During the teardown inspection I found cracked babbitt in the center crankshaft bearing, so Mike Bender kindly rebabbitted the block and put new transmission bushings in for me. The block was bored and decked while at...

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Last post by NealW
Sat Mar 30, 2024 8:02 am
Ruxtell Question

Last post by Allan « Fri Mar 29, 2024 10:48 pm
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by Oldav8tor » Fri Mar 29, 2024 6:55 pm

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I see where you can install a Ruxtell shift lever behind the existing lever in a Model T. I wonder if such an installation gets in the way or is difficult to use? I'm a big guy with size 14 feet so there is no room to spare in the driver's area. At this point I don't really need a Ruxtell, just gathering info.

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It becomes a completely different excercise if you install a foot throttle. Probably way easier than fitting an extra cross shaft and mountings and bending levers this way and that. The foot throttle leaves your right hand free to make the change with the standard centre Ruckstell shifter.

Allan from down under.

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Last post by Allan
Fri Mar 29, 2024 10:48 pm
muncie

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by tdump » Tue Mar 19, 2024 9:18 pm

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I ask about this and it is really to heavy to try to ship but i think it is a good deal.

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Yes. It seems to be in good shape and shifts through the gears fine. I will open it up eventually and go through it first before using. I am one of those people that does not know how to resize photos to fit here so I cannot post pictures.

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Last post by vwmarc
Fri Mar 29, 2024 10:11 pm
A neat Model T video

Last post by rays22t « Fri Mar 29, 2024 9:38 pm
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by Mopar_man » Sat Mar 23, 2024 9:11 pm

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This was a neat video. 2 guys in a 1915 driving around learning and driving at the same time.

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Just finished watching the second video - very enjoyable!

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Last post by rays22t
Fri Mar 29, 2024 9:38 pm
Let’s go camping!

Last post by Norman Kling « Fri Mar 29, 2024 8:07 pm
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by Dollisdad » Fri Mar 29, 2024 1:51 pm

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It could be one, but the ones I have seen have a canvas built in. I don't see any canvas.
Norm

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Last post by Norman Kling
Fri Mar 29, 2024 8:07 pm
Hayes wheel condition

Last post by Oldav8tor « Fri Mar 29, 2024 5:52 pm
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by wmscottsutherland » Fri Mar 29, 2024 4:54 pm

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I'm guessing these should not be used? There are two different wheels here.

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There are a lot better rims out there. I can't see any circumstances where I would use those.

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Fri Mar 29, 2024 5:52 pm
MTFCA board meeting

Last post by Norman Kling « Fri Mar 29, 2024 5:02 pm
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by bnchief » Wed Mar 20, 2024 8:14 am

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Anyone here going to go I am.

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Wow! Be careful. It would take me at least 3 maybe 4 or 5 days to get from Indiapolis to San Diego, especially pulling a trailer.

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Last post by Norman Kling
Fri Mar 29, 2024 5:02 pm
disassembly for clean and paint - 1915 sidelamps

Last post by popeyet « Fri Mar 29, 2024 4:51 pm
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by popeyet » Fri Mar 29, 2024 12:25 am

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who knows how to take the brass top off of a 1915 sidelamp?

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Piece of cake ! thanks Humble J and everyone else .

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Fri Mar 29, 2024 4:51 pm
Pike's Peak in the Speedster - Sept, 1990

Last post by Dan McEachern « Fri Mar 29, 2024 4:49 pm
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by Rich Eagle » Thu Mar 28, 2024 3:19 pm

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After reading about Noel Bullock and others climbing Pike's Peak, I couldn't pass up the opportunity to try it in my Speedster when the 1990 VMCCA in Colorado Springs came along. It was raining but half of the 300 plus cars on tour lined up to make the climb. Joy and the kids opted to stay in the motel for that day. We had to wait for snowplows to...

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If this is on your list, then do it! Unfortunately, the road to the top has now been paved and is no longer gravel, but I suppose that's progress .
Been up there twice- our #45 speedster and also our '14 Touring. 1st time, three of us took a day off from the MTFCA National Tour in Frisco, Colorado and made the trip to Pikes Peak. 2nd time the trip...

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Last post by Dan McEachern
Fri Mar 29, 2024 4:49 pm
Just back from the foundry, HCCT Spark Rings.

Last post by BE_ZERO_BE « Fri Mar 29, 2024 2:46 pm

by BE_ZERO_BE » Fri Mar 29, 2024 2:46 pm

Just back from the foundry, HCCT (Hand Crank Coil Tester) Spark Rings.
This piece is many times missing or broken.
These are cast from brass-bronze.
They still need to be machined before they are ready.
Let me know if you are interested.

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Fri Mar 29, 2024 2:46 pm
Top for a 12 roadster

Last post by RGould1910 « Fri Mar 29, 2024 1:24 pm
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by RGould1910 » Thu Mar 28, 2024 4:15 pm

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Ive been given the name of Scott Henningsen in Salinas to make and install a top for my 12 roadster. Does anyone have any experience with him?
He'll need to shave the bows to fit the sockets and install a rear roll up panel with Murphy style fasteners. Looking for a near show quality top.

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Thanks for the replies fellas.

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Fri Mar 29, 2024 1:24 pm
Measurements for 24Z 2393 fuel level gauge

Last post by DanTreace « Fri Mar 29, 2024 1:17 pm
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by Steve Jelf » Fri Mar 29, 2024 11:54 am

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Here is the service bulletin page describing how to check the fuel level in the Holley G carburetor. Somewhere I have seen measurements for the gauge. If that was in a service bulletin I missed it. Where did I see that?

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Here's some detail of the Holley G float setting and gage.

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Last post by DanTreace
Fri Mar 29, 2024 1:17 pm
Wire wheel ID

Last post by RadRacer203 « Fri Mar 29, 2024 6:20 am
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by RadRacer203 » Thu Mar 28, 2024 7:24 am

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Picking up a '27 Touring in a few weeks, planning on taking the wire wheels and Ruckstell for my '26 coupe, then making it run and pass it along to someone else. I'm just curious if anyone can identify the wire wheels from a couple pictures, just want to make sure they aren't A wheels or something....

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They look like T wheels to me. A model wheels are easy to identify. They have a raised ridge pressed outwards between each stud hole. This stiffens up the hub so the wheels do not crack between the stud holes like some T wheels do.

Allan from down under.

Ah, I see what you mean, I had never noticed that difference before, but that's very good...

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Fri Mar 29, 2024 6:20 am
10,000 octopi can’t be wrong !

Last post by Wayne Sheldon « Fri Mar 29, 2024 4:17 am
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by Rich P. Bingham » Tue Mar 26, 2024 6:04 pm

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1921, the novel variety and ingenuity of early tire makers was simply wonderful ! Maybe tires are better nowadays, but they’re sure boring by comparison. IMG_0995.jpeg

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And speaking of missing fun Richard B, I hope a few people notice your posting's address Pilgrim.

I better stop now, or the drift might be too deep!

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Last post by Wayne Sheldon
Fri Mar 29, 2024 4:17 am
HOYT BATTERY load tester 6V and 12V

Last post by StevenS « Thu Mar 28, 2024 1:03 pm
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by StevenS » Wed Mar 27, 2024 10:09 am

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Does anybody have instructions to this tester. I would like a copy.

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Such devices that do this sort of thing are still availsble. They don't have exposed heated elements.

Art Mirtes

Art, I have seen the new load testers, but I have a soft spot in my heart for old tools. The new ones are the same design, but have pretty colored cases around the load element. Most are made in China, SO ARE THEY REALLY SAFER...

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Last post by StevenS
Thu Mar 28, 2024 1:03 pm
Carriage head bolt color?

Last post by DanTreace « Thu Mar 28, 2024 10:00 am
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by signsup » Wed Mar 27, 2024 12:04 pm

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I've read about removing modern maker marks and cutting down the heads and threads to duplicate vintage carriage bolts, but I haven't found anything on the color of them. Presuming it matter where on the T they are installed, but didn't know if they were painted along with the part they are attached to, like gloss black on the body or if they were...

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This is one photo example of a new ambulance and show factory shiny black on chassis, hood, and fenders, would think all the fasteners too are black painted as they were done on the assembly line and painted to finish.

And the rest of the wood body assembly is painted up military style, and you can see clearly the carriage bolt heads on the wood...

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Last post by DanTreace
Thu Mar 28, 2024 10:00 am
American Bosch front plate distributor information

Last post by AndyClary « Thu Mar 28, 2024 9:01 am
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by Bryant » Thu Aug 11, 2022 1:00 pm

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Iam looking for any information related to the American Bosch front plate distributor. Parts books, installation information and the like. 48CD81C0-7475-4D03-BA7A-8D5FB5EFA56F.jpeg this is a type T448 that I have obtained. Any help is much appreciated.
Bryant

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Sorry I meant to say I used Dan’s timing gear and the distributor gear depth was good.

Andy

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Last post by AndyClary
Thu Mar 28, 2024 9:01 am
New u joints

Last post by CudaMan « Thu Mar 28, 2024 8:36 am
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by RGould1910 » Wed Mar 27, 2024 11:47 pm

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How good are the new u joints offerd by the parts suppliers?

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If you get one, be prepared to do some filing on the corners of the square part to get it to slide into the output plate. Luckily, I had an extra plate that I was able to use for trial fitting before installation. :)

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Thu Mar 28, 2024 8:36 am
Holley G Rebuild

Last post by TRDxB2 « Thu Mar 28, 2024 1:19 am
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by schwabd1 » Wed Mar 27, 2024 3:44 pm

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Are there any instructions or guidance on rebuilding a Holley G carb? Where the passages go etc. Loads of stuff on the NH, but all I can find on the G is taking the carb half way apart, cleaning up the parts a little and putting it back together.

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Some instructions by Stan Howe Holley G - specifics by Stan Howe.pdf
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Step by step rebuild instruction for Holley G from Model T Ford Fix Authored by Royce Peterson
Rebuilding a Holley Model G Carburetor

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Thu Mar 28, 2024 1:19 am
Coil Box Security Strap

Last post by Allan « Wed Mar 27, 2024 9:21 pm
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by ernieh247 » Wed Mar 27, 2024 10:14 am

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I am rebuilding my coil box and purchased a security strap. How do I secure it to the box? There is not a hole in the firewall for it to extend through.
Based on the diagrams it shows a screw or something like that attaching to the end. That did not come with the strap.
Thanks,
Ernie

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Has the other end of your strap been bent to form a T? That may account for the extra length.

Allan from down under.

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Last post by Allan
Wed Mar 27, 2024 9:21 pm
Fighting valve stemms on demountable rims

Last post by signsup « Wed Mar 27, 2024 7:19 pm
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by signsup » Tue Mar 26, 2024 11:35 am

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Installing tubes and flaps and new tires on demountable rims. I have a three leg universal rim spreader that does not connect to the square bolt hole lugs on the rim, but overhangs the outside lip of the rim while spreading and retracting, which causes a little distortion in the rim while doing so. But my issues is I get the valve stem straight up...

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On my previous military Model T, I went with a more aggressive, knobby tread design, but on the ambulance, I went with a more traditional tread design. I've had these on the shelf for a while. Universal tires. Tubes were what came out of the depot hack, all held air and contine to do so. universal tire 1.JPG universal tire 2.JPG

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Wed Mar 27, 2024 7:19 pm
bakelite repair

Last post by hah « Wed Mar 27, 2024 4:29 pm
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by Ralph F » Sat Mar 23, 2024 8:01 am

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Morning from snowy Vermont, I need to repair a broken piece of bakelite from the bottom of my coil box switch base. I am wonder what would be the best adhesive would be to use.
Thanks
Fitz

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As he says, bondo! If it’s a significant piece use mar-glass.

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Wed Mar 27, 2024 4:29 pm
OLD PHOTO - FIRST FORD CAR MANUFACTURED AT NEW TWIN CITIES PLANT ST. PAUL

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