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There have been a few posts recently about starting the engine with the timing advanced and I was surprised that some people do it intentionally. The following is with regards starting with the switch on BAT. Starting a Model T engine with an advanced spark lever could result in a broken arm or a damaged starter bendix. Here is why. The combustion...

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I recently purchased a rebuilt 24 engine (July 24 according to the SN) and want to install it in my 1926 Roadster. What issues will I run into if any? I see the pedals are different and I’m not sure if the hog’s head are interchangeable. I have read that some of them are not and just want to see if this combination is or if it will even...

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I’m a new member to this forum and also to the world of the Model T. My name is Joshua, I’m 47, divorced father to a kiddo that turns 18 in a few weeks, and an A&P/IA helicopter field mechanic by trade. I live in Hillsboro Oregon and work for a helicopter company in Northern California. I absolutely love what I do because it’s exciting,...

I am trying to SPARK an interest in forming a Coupelet Club. I have had discussions with Russ Furstnow (the coupelet King and Speedometer Czar). Together we have a list of 79 people who own (or previously owned) a coupelet (1915-1918). These rare model T's are quite a sight to behold and a real blast to drive. All coupelet owners are invited -...

I know this topic has been brought many times in the past but I thought I would look for your opinions. Here in Florida it's mainly flat land in any direction. My car has a high compression Z head and was rebuilt about 14 years ago with all new Stipe touring cam and crankshaft. I also have a Ruckstell rear. I'm still looking for someone to install...

My wife & I are moving back to our hometown (15 slightly hilly highway miles away). I've never driven our '26 Roadster very far and mostly in town. It runs pretty good, but I've never gotten it up past 35, I believe. I know the magneto doesn't work. (maybe that won't matter) Is it a bad idea to drive it to the new place? I know many people do...

Looking for information pertaining to the Chicago Mark-E Auxiliary transmission.
What I am looking for
Literature on installation
Original sales ads and the like
Part sources, part numbers
Rebuild specifications/tolerances
Information on manufacturing dates
Information on the round disk with the grease zerk pictured below.
And any other...

what's the consensus on spark plug gap and the
Pros and cons of small gap to big gap? I've been
seeing .024 to .035 discussed./size]

I just joined MTFCA and just bought my first car within the last week! I am working on the vehicle which is a 1929 coupe.

I am replacing the timer, coils, and spark plugs to correct misfiring and engine issues. I have the help of a trusted MTFCA member!

I just ordered the disc brakes since we live in Tennessee and the car has a Ruckstell rear...

Well after about 10 years of collecting parts and research I've officially started on building my delivery car body. I do this kind of stuff when I have time and $. Thought you all would like to see the progress so far.

Here is all my body irons made up
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I ordered some Ash wood from the local Amish mill for the sills and the rest...

I was looking my T over yesterday and noticed that the left rear half of the engine block was wet. It has always been a little moist near the bottom and since it never caused an issue, I just left it be. This time however, it was the whole side, up close to the head. I cleaned off the moisture and waited 20 or 30 minutes and noticed that it was...

Is anyone going to the National Motor Camp at South Lake Tahoe in July? I am going to be there and hope to meet a bunch of new friends. Dennis IMG_0874.JPG