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Announcement - All Support questions have been moved here

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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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Steering gear box

Last post by RajoRacer « Sat Oct 22, 2022 8:36 pm
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by JBog » Sat Oct 22, 2022 7:27 pm

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What is this hole for? It has a pin in it for some reason.

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Usual repair to tighten up slop in top cover.

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Sat Oct 22, 2022 8:36 pm
1914 spare tire carrier

Last post by Wayne Sheldon « Sat Oct 22, 2022 7:53 pm
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by Steve King » Wed Sep 28, 2022 12:30 pm

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20220928_111812.jpg Brought this double spare tire carrier yesterday for $40 for my 1914 touring. Assuming that it is correct because it has a narrower spot for the 3 and wider for 3.5 spare. Are there any brackets I'm missing? On my survivor car, you can see where one used to be attached to the top side of the drivers false door. I'm sure it was...

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I knew when I first saw the OP, I had seen a very similar one in an era photo before. However, looking through about a thousand old photos stored on my computer failed to find it.
So last night I was looking through some stuff that I did not have on my computer. And found this on one of Tom Rootlieb's many wonderful (thank you Tom R!) past...

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Sat Oct 22, 2022 7:53 pm
Omnibus in progress

Last post by m_p_dean@yahoo.com « Sat Oct 22, 2022 6:30 pm
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by Thorlick » Thu Oct 20, 2022 6:48 pm

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For the past 5 years I have been sitting on the collection of parts which will become my Ford English Station Omnibus. I have just shortened this to Omnibus, or Bus. My wife, Terrie, has had other names for it from time to time.

It is now time to start work on the old Bus. I have pulled it out of the barn in order to clear a space to start work...

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Try not to dwell on your wife's creative names, even though she might be right (but only sometimes).

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Sat Oct 22, 2022 6:30 pm
Kr Wilson model t oil pan jig

Last post by Dan McEachern « Sat Oct 22, 2022 3:49 pm
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by 1937Ford » Thu Oct 20, 2022 12:00 am

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I have just bought a kr Wilson model t oil pan jig have sand blasted the whole thing and getting the top milled but I’m missing the part that goes on the front of it and the bar that goes underneath if anyone has any pictures and measurements of them so I can remake them it would be super handy. Also wondering what the original colour of it would...

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I would strongly suggest finding an industrial grinding shop and have your pan jig reground on a Blanchard type grinder or a large reciprocating surface grinder.
I have a blockmaster in my shop and I'm not sure that's the approach I would take. Actually, I don't think the blockmaster has enough capacity for a pan jig now that I think about it....

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Sat Oct 22, 2022 3:49 pm
Brass tire carrier

Last post by jaybee47 « Sat Oct 22, 2022 10:51 am
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by jaybee47 » Fri Oct 21, 2022 7:06 pm

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How are these brackets mounted? Would someone post a picture. Thank you. Brass tire holders.jpg

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Thank you Dan.

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Sat Oct 22, 2022 10:51 am
Period Carb with constant mixture set

Last post by TXGOAT2 « Sat Oct 22, 2022 10:12 am
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by Mustang1964s » Thu Oct 20, 2022 1:50 pm

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I am getting a speedster back on the road. We went with the dual exhaust. I'm looking for a carb that is more period correct.
Currently I have the lawn mower carb WILBRO. But it deserves something better.
The dual exhaust manifold gets in the way of the choke/mixture rod.
Now I am looking for a carb that is pretty close to period correct with...

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I adjust the NH mixture setting as needed to get the best results under varying conditions. It will start and run OK at one setting, but fine adjustments, performed as needed, if needed, yield the best results. Ford seemed to agree, if you can believe what they wrote on the subject. The same is true for the timing. It's very laborious to reach...

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Sat Oct 22, 2022 10:12 am
Adjusting the low speed pedal angle

Last post by Luxford « Sat Oct 22, 2022 2:10 am
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by JohnSaylor » Tue Oct 18, 2022 5:38 pm

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This maybe a crazy idea, but has anyone ever tried/found a way to change the position of the low speed pedal itself to give more pedal travel when engaging low before you hit the floorboard?

I use Kevlar bands and a few years ago I cracked my low speed drum - I am terrified of doing that again. What a headache. Anyways, after a rebuild, some...

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Scott Condor gave you the answer in the second post.
If the cam is new as you suggest then the adjustment is too loose.
You need to see how far the shaft moves sideways to determine if the pedal is working as it should.
If in new condition the pedal shaft can move the band ear one half an inch to the right (if LHD or RHD) but it only needs less...

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Sat Oct 22, 2022 2:10 am
Transmission pedal spacing?

Last post by speedytinc « Fri Oct 21, 2022 5:04 pm
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by Dan Hatch » Fri Oct 21, 2022 4:55 pm

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Anyone have a factory drawings of hogs heads can tell me center to center spacing of the pedal shafts. Thanks Dan

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That ought to be easy enough to get from measuring without a factory drawing.
What year? 26-7 will be different than 25 & earlier for the brake pedal location.

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Fri Oct 21, 2022 5:04 pm
Camerons swap meet tomorrow

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by 1915ford » Fri Oct 21, 2022 3:50 pm

forecast is for sunny and 78 degrees. We are at 5894 Lemond rd in owatonna (one hr south of Mpls) See you there.

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Fri Oct 21, 2022 3:50 pm
1926 Model T transition times.

Last post by TXGOAT2 « Fri Oct 21, 2022 1:55 pm
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by John kuehn » Thu Oct 20, 2022 7:41 pm

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Here is another pic from 1926 in Borger, Tx. The oldest T that I can see is maybe a 23. Undoubtably there were earlier T’s around but maybe not so much on this particular day. Times were changing I guess. The date appears to be mid 26.

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The picture is dated 1926. (lower left) The A Model-looking cars may be Dodges or other popular cars that were about 5 years ahead of Ford on styling. Borger hardly existed prior to early 1926. An oil boom and Ace Borger, et al, changed that very quickly, and I would imagine new cars were selling briskly as thousands of people streamed into the...

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Fri Oct 21, 2022 1:55 pm
worm

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by Melba Nolan » Thu Oct 20, 2022 10:28 am

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Does anyone know what this is
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It has been re-machined to fit a T U-joint and might have been used in the homemade tractor or power drive using a TT rearend. The end that is now square would have been splined to fit the coupling where it would have been attached to the driveshaft. Even if it could be cleaned up, looks like it would, it would have minimal value and only to...

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Fri Oct 21, 2022 1:06 pm
Holley Vaporizer - Photo and advice wanted...

Last post by Chris Barker « Fri Oct 21, 2022 12:49 pm
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by Marshall V. Daut » Sun Oct 16, 2022 10:32 am

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Could some kind soul please post a picture or two of a properly restored 1926-27 Holley Vaporizer? We are attempting to detail such a unit on a car my friend bought and we are unsure of the intake manifold color. The exhaust manifold will go cast iron grey high heat spray, right? But what color is the goofy-looking intake manifold - Ford Engine...

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FROM 20 YEARS OF VAPORIZER DRIVING:

If you pull the choke and turn over 4 compressions, ignition off.
Then push the choke back, turn the ignition on and press the starter, mine starts every time.

If I don't do the first part, it will never start.
I richen about 1/6 turn for starting too.

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Last post by Chris Barker
Fri Oct 21, 2022 12:49 pm
OK MA! Your turn!

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by Dollisdad » Tue Oct 18, 2022 6:32 pm

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That Packard !!! 🎉

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Last post by Burger in Spokane
Fri Oct 21, 2022 12:29 pm
Model T copper head gaskets back to normal?

Last post by Apis Mellifera « Fri Oct 21, 2022 12:27 pm
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by John kuehn » Sun Oct 02, 2022 9:05 am

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I just got an ad add from Macs for cars and parts including T parts. I still get the adds since I bought some parts from them years ago and hadn’t orderent from them since. And no I’m not a salesman for Macs!
Supposedly they have copper head gaskets now. I know Lang’s sells them again. Macs price is around 34.00 and I wonder if they are getting...

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Lang's is out again. No one else seems to have them either. If anyone knows of available gaskets, please let me know.

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Last post by Apis Mellifera
Fri Oct 21, 2022 12:27 pm
Side curtains

Last post by Original Smith « Fri Oct 21, 2022 9:43 am
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by Don Conklin » Thu Oct 20, 2022 11:58 am

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I lost the front side curtains for my 1919 touring, will the curtains for a 1919 roadster fit? Don’t leave curtains laying on a running board. Thanks

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Mike has dozens of NOS curtains. I'll be he has close to a hundred.

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Last post by Original Smith
Fri Oct 21, 2022 9:43 am
Car hauler with T’s

Last post by VinTin23 « Fri Oct 21, 2022 6:40 am
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by Tmdltim » Thu Oct 20, 2022 8:15 am

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Wednesday 9 AM I-20 Westbound Weatherford Texas there was a car hauler with a load of T’s—-anybody know where they were headed?

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What did they look like, were they yard or patina cars. Somebody’s collection being moved? Texas is a big place and Ts are still being found in yards or farms. Especially in the West half of Texas

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Fri Oct 21, 2022 6:40 am
Mark Smith auction in Virginia

Last post by Wayne Sheldon « Thu Oct 20, 2022 9:57 pm
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by KimDobbins » Wed Oct 19, 2022 11:27 am

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Mark Smith auction starts today. I was interested in a 1915 T center door sedan in original condition that Mark owned, but it's not in the auction. Does anyone know if cars were pre sold or some held back?

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Thirty years ago, I had a 1916 center-door sedan. Supposedly (maybe?) it was a real 1916, however, it had suffered from a bad 1950s restoration. So it was not a really good car as a reference point to what was or wasn't correct. I did the re-restoration, and tried to make it as correct for 1916 as I could. (Unfortunately, two subsequent owners...

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Last post by Wayne Sheldon
Thu Oct 20, 2022 9:57 pm
Verifying Year of Manufacture: Touring Car

Last post by John kuehn « Thu Oct 20, 2022 7:22 pm
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by Tom Dove Jr » Fri Jul 22, 2022 12:33 pm

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Picked up this little gem just a couple of days ago and can't wait to get back on the road. Engine has been overhauled and rebuilt 3 years ago but not put in as other work was not yet done. The owner then had to sell the car off which was my lucky day.

The engine serial number has been researched and shows a production time frame of May 1926 (s/n...

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Here is a pic of two 25 hinges. Notice the difference from the earlier hinges that were used on T’s from around 14-24?
The 25 hinges are straight and the earlier are angled. Not straight like the 25 hinge. The pic shows two 25 hinges opened up. Your car is a 24 using the hinge style as verification.

Also going by the earlier photos of a side...

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Last post by John kuehn
Thu Oct 20, 2022 7:22 pm
Vintage Ford cover

Last post by TWrenn « Thu Oct 20, 2022 4:30 pm
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by AndyClary » Mon Oct 17, 2022 3:50 pm

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Just got the new Vintage Ford. Does anyone know just how many times Ed Archer’s speedster has made the cover?

Andy

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Aint got mine yet! Always the last on the list me thinks. Still haven't gotten my new or rather renewal member card either.

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Last post by TWrenn
Thu Oct 20, 2022 4:30 pm
Sure-Stop Disc Brake Installation

Last post by BLB27 « Thu Oct 20, 2022 2:35 pm
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by BLB27 » Thu Oct 13, 2022 9:03 pm

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Where is the best remote location for the Sure-Stop Disc Brake fluid reservoir on a 1927 coupe?

I would like to see a photo of the master cylinder connection to the brake pedal.

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Thanks Mike, that photo shows what I wanted.

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Thu Oct 20, 2022 2:35 pm
Made some tail light brackets

Last post by Reno Speedster « Thu Oct 20, 2022 2:24 pm
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by Reno Speedster » Sun Oct 02, 2022 3:43 pm

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I wanted to put brake and tail lights on my 22 runabout pickup but I wanted them to look period. I bought some of the aftermarket lights then converted them to take the two contact T headlight sockets. I then made up a couple of mounts to screw to the bottom of the bed. I don’t think it looks too bad.

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Well thought out, very creative period recreation!

One further thought before you button it up? Buy a foot or two of tar covered cloth conduit loom for the wire loops on the lights? Would really take it over the top for sure. Think I got mine from Renovators Supply?

Crappy picture but shows the loom cover from light to under body.

Thanks. I...

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Thu Oct 20, 2022 2:24 pm
Operation of combination ignition and lights dash switch

Last post by MichaelPawelek « Thu Oct 20, 2022 1:48 pm
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by jwipprecht » Mon Oct 17, 2022 9:48 pm

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My 1919 Tudor has the keyed switch that appears to be quite standard. The back of the switch says CLUM. The key in the front says Ford. The switch face has DIM OFF ON in large letters around the top and, in smaller letters, BAT on the left and MAG on the right side.
I have an original 1919 Ford Manual. Among other things, it explains how to...

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Be sure you read up on checking the thrust washers in the differential. If the original metal type they may be worn out or totally gone which is dangerous. If someone replaced them with bronze thrust washers you might be just fine.

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Thu Oct 20, 2022 1:48 pm
Brake pedal conversion

Last post by pre15dale « Thu Oct 20, 2022 11:41 am
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by Robert Bente » Wed Oct 19, 2022 11:59 am

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I’m in the process of installing Bennett external brakes. I want to include the drum brake but need to adapt the peddle somehow so it has the cam.
Suggestions are appreciated.
Left picture is the peddle with a short shaft and no cam.
Bob Bente
Redding, Ca.

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Robert, I have a Bennet pedal minus the shaft that I would part with

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Thu Oct 20, 2022 11:41 am
Torpedo Questions

Last post by TWrenn « Thu Oct 20, 2022 9:26 am
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by Gen3AntiqueAuto » Thu Oct 13, 2022 12:13 pm

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Does anyone here have the dimensions of a 1911 Torpedo? I know the hood is longer (is it 2 ?). I don't know seat riser height, distance from seat to firewall, height of steering wheel, and on and on.... I assume it's a stock frame and chassis underneath. Anyone have a set of blueprints?

I was given a seat skin for The Speedster Project ( ) and...

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Takes a very special steering shaft bracket due to the column being at a different angle.

Larry...like this one?
Note my hi-tech pedal extender for my short legs! :lol:

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Thu Oct 20, 2022 9:26 am
who sells cam bearings?

Last post by Don ellis « Thu Oct 20, 2022 7:29 am
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by Don ellis » Wed Oct 19, 2022 4:51 pm

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Who sells re poured cam bearings? I have a new Stipe cam and need a t least a front bearing. Mine has an elongated hole.

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I got lucky back in the spring, I called stipe and they had a 250 grind.

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Thu Oct 20, 2022 7:29 am
Cowl tank sediment bowl

Last post by jiminbartow « Wed Oct 19, 2022 11:09 pm
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by fordt » Wed Oct 19, 2022 2:57 pm

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Recently found a nice cowl tank and when taking apart the sediment bowl found these internal parts. The screen is just rolled up and inside the slotted housing and the tapered “cap” isn’t soldered on to the screen housing or the whole thing fastened to the bottom drain screw. It seems to go up into the bowl and sit in a hole at the top but no way...

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As Dan says, our original 1926-‘27 sediment bowls do not have the sleeve or a spring. I would think that the sleeve would inhibit the performance of the screen by blocking a great deal of the screen surface area. The entire screen should be exposed for better filtering of the gas. As mentioned, there is no spring because the screen fits perfectly...

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Wed Oct 19, 2022 11:09 pm
Model T roadside maintenance - 5th July 1918

Last post by John E. Guitar « Wed Oct 19, 2022 9:42 pm
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by John E. Guitar » Wed Oct 19, 2022 5:04 pm

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Hackett Lowther Ambulance Unit - Le Fayel 5th July 1918

Chateau de la Mothe Haudancourt (Chateau du Fayel)

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Several people wearing the Croix de Guerre.

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Wed Oct 19, 2022 9:42 pm
Model T Calendar Winners

Last post by Michael Peternell « Wed Oct 19, 2022 9:28 pm
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by Ashley » Mon Oct 17, 2022 12:12 pm

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Congratulations on our 2023 Model T Calendar winners! So many beautiful entries this year it was very tough on our employees to choose! Thank you for all the people who submitted photos. Calendars are available for preorder now and will be shipped in a couple of weeks once done with the printing.

January - Andy Blaydon
February - Zach Suhr...

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Congratulations on our 2023 Model T Calendar winners! So many beautiful entries this year it was very tough on our employees to choose! Thank you for all the people who submitted photos. Calendars are available for preorder now and will be shipped in a couple of weeks once done with the printing.

January - Andy Blaydon
February - Zach Suhr...

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Last post by Michael Peternell
Wed Oct 19, 2022 9:28 pm
Weight of pistons

Last post by Been Here Before « Wed Oct 19, 2022 9:17 pm
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by Magnusw » Wed Oct 19, 2022 4:24 am

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Is there anywhere in the OLD , ORIGINAL Ford literature any information regarding the tolerance of the weight that the factory accepted when installing the piston/ rod assembly , when the model T was assembled at the factory in the teens and twenties?
I work on a 1919 engine and will use the lightweight cast iron pistons and rods that Ford...

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The finished weights of Ford pistons vary maximum , about six ounces . Each piston is weighed and marked on the head by a center - punch used without a hammer , with one , two , three , or four center marks , dividing the pistons into ... (page 145)

Model T Ford: The Car that Changed the World - Page 145
Bruce W. McCalley · 1994

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Last post by Been Here Before
Wed Oct 19, 2022 9:17 pm
Centerdoor gains more parts

Last post by John kuehn « Wed Oct 19, 2022 8:21 pm
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by Will_Vanderburg » Wed Oct 19, 2022 5:14 pm

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Got some running board shields last month or so and a spare tire carrier back in May. I am now saving up the cash to obtain the correct fenders for 1922.

Once the fenders are acquired, a new radiator will be procured.

The fenders are the final pieces I need.

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A little here and a little there plus time in between to work on what you have before you get some more parts. That’s what I did with my cars. I had a good friend years ago who assembled his car with the best parts he could find. My first T I put together I used 3 engines to build a good one and I followed his example. And of course I used as many...

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Wed Oct 19, 2022 8:21 pm
Model T food truck/ Touring car.

Last post by FreighTer Jim « Wed Oct 19, 2022 2:06 pm
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by John kuehn » Tue Oct 18, 2022 7:43 pm

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Here’s a 1919 photo of a food truck. It’s a 1919 but it’s a touring car.
They have it set up pretty neat going by the way they have the food shelves.

The caption under the photo read “food truck” so for some folks that what it was.
I don’t know if that’s an early coffee pot but maybe it was either tea or water.

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Now that - is a coffee pot 👍

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FJ

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Last post by FreighTer Jim
Wed Oct 19, 2022 2:06 pm
Differential Enhancements

Last post by SurfCityGene « Wed Oct 19, 2022 1:17 pm
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by Chris Bamford » Fri Oct 14, 2022 9:48 am

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Not breaking any new ground here, but since the speedster diff was illuminated and clean, the photos show a couple of modifications that make maintenance, and the eventual sale of the car, a bit easier: brass pipe thread drain plug, and brass bronze thrust' ID tag.

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Chris, Thanks for posting a great idea!! The tag is a super idea and the drain plug will be very useful someday. I'm not sure who would deduct a point for a little tag?? I like the use of a flush plug even if it needs a hex allen wrench. I use the same style plug on the bottom of my Warford just for safety clearance.

I sure wish I had thought of...

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Wed Oct 19, 2022 1:17 pm
Anderson Timer- technical question

Last post by Jerry VanOoteghem « Wed Oct 19, 2022 12:20 pm
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by Bill Robinson » Sun Oct 16, 2022 1:13 pm

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I am in the process of fine tuning some Anderson Timers that I own and I need some dimensions.
Look at the image-
A - I need the distance between the point of contact on the terminals where the flapper strikes the terminal.
B - I need the distance between the point of contact on the terminals and the inner rim of the timer case.

Thanks-...

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As I remember Frank Fenton was the guy I bought an Anderson timer from several years ago
at Chickasha. He had a display board set up showing the accuracy of the timing and firing of an Anderson. Seems like he was the first one making a quality reproduction of the Anderson. He was a really knowledgeable guy who would rebuild an original.

Frank...

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Last post by Jerry VanOoteghem
Wed Oct 19, 2022 12:20 pm
Thoughts on rebuilding a 1910 engine

Last post by Russ T Fender « Wed Oct 19, 2022 12:00 pm
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by JTT3 » Tue Oct 18, 2022 12:02 pm

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While I’ve been recovering from some medical issues & surgeries. I’ve had some time to think about some next steps on a semi restoration of an early 1910 touring I have. The engine has never run since I’ve had it. The previous owner located it in a warehouse that had been vacant for decades. He never did anything to the engine and if able I’d like...

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Pat I think you are right about running a later power plant in place of an open valve block. My '10 is by far my favorite car and I use it often. Unfortunately, since dodging the bullet with my two piece crank event I find that worrying about another failure is taking a lot of the fun out of driving it. I am in the process of redoing another later...

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Last post by Russ T Fender
Wed Oct 19, 2022 12:00 pm
Travel navigation

Last post by JohnM « Wed Oct 19, 2022 11:53 am
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by Steve Jelf » Mon Oct 17, 2022 2:14 pm

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Some of us like to travel by Model T. T travelers use various methods to find their way. GPS devices, Google maps, and Delorme atlases are popular sources. But many don't know about the detailed county road maps provided by some states on their DOT websites. Sadly, some states don't do this. But among the ones that do, the maps range from adequate...

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My father was a cartographer, from an early age I developed a fascination and interest in maps and how they were made. A good quality map will be full of details and help you find where you ARE. Whereas most digital maps are best at telling you where to GO. They give you little additional information except you are near a Starbucks or CVS...

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Wed Oct 19, 2022 11:53 am
What's that knocking sound?

Last post by Steve Jelf « Wed Oct 19, 2022 11:34 am
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by Steve Jelf » Tue Oct 18, 2022 3:48 pm

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Video camera microphones are poor at picking up some sounds, but maybe you can hear the knock. My 1915 runabout ran normally when I shut it off. But the next time I started it there was a definite knock because of some maintenance I did. The fix was simple.

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I like the magnet idea. There are also magnetic drain plugs to go along with the oil screen magnet.

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Last post by Steve Jelf
Wed Oct 19, 2022 11:34 am
Camshaft

Last post by TXGOAT2 « Wed Oct 19, 2022 10:34 am
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by Flyingpiper59 » Mon Oct 17, 2022 10:52 pm

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Keep it stock…..or a 280…..that is the question…lol
Thought I’d toss this grenade and run like the dickens…..interesting read!

Thoughts?
Cheers Chums

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More compression will get you more power across the engine's entire speed range. More cam lift and duration will get you better power at higher engine speeds. A stock or mild performance cam will generally give better low speed power and response.

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Wed Oct 19, 2022 10:34 am
Planes and Cars at Bob's

Last post by Rich Eagle « Wed Oct 19, 2022 10:28 am
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by Rich Eagle » Sat Oct 15, 2022 4:44 pm

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Bob and Jane invited us out to the hangar for a potluck lunch after some short landing practice. Here is the '09 in front of his Beechcraft Staggerwing.
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8 cars showed up and the weather was warm enough to enjoy the day.
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I believe this is his Stearman, 1934 International, his 1940 Willys Jeep and Gary's '34 Chevrolet....

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Maybee if I owned an airplain I would be smarter. :lol:

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Wed Oct 19, 2022 10:28 am
license plate

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by andy2794 » Tue Oct 18, 2022 3:43 pm

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I found a license plate for my 1916 Touring that I would like to mount on the front of the car. being there is no bumper, what is the best way to mount it?

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Careful fitting usually barely clears the hand crank. A couple times, when it didn't, A little heat and bend the handle forward just enough and it probably won't be noticeable. In fact, careful examination showed that one I had to bend forward had in fact been bent back at some time in its past. Once back to a proper 90 degrees, the...

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Wed Oct 19, 2022 4:18 am
Please, Please, Please....,

Last post by Bryant « Tue Oct 18, 2022 11:06 pm
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by Henry K. Lee » Tue Oct 18, 2022 2:59 pm

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As I have sent multiple emails to the administration, log me out, remove me from your mailing list, keep my life membership, I am moving on! Enough of the silly drama and all the complaining. Life is so short and meant to be enjoyed.

Shrek aka Hank

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I think now a days it’s called a “Dramedy” :lol:
I liked Mr. Hank and am a little disappointed I didn’t see the results of the cool engine build he was doing….

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Tue Oct 18, 2022 11:06 pm
Model T Braking

Last post by Luke « Tue Oct 18, 2022 10:51 pm
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by A Whiteman » Thu Oct 13, 2022 11:32 pm

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Model T Braking

As part of our semi-annual mechanical inspection necessary to register the car and use it on the road, the inspector has to test the braking.

A modern version of the 'Tapley Meter' is used. It measures the forces when the brakes are applied using an accelerometer.

Anyway, the minimum reading to 'pass' is 50 (somethings!)...

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... so, since the originator of this thread won't 'fess up ... rumour has it that his Model T actually had better braking than another vehicle he has, despite it (the T) missing vital suspension and exhaust components ;-)

Also, Mr W, apropos our earlier discussion - it's not really how you spell 'really' :lol:

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Tue Oct 18, 2022 10:51 pm
Brass Slob

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by Rich P. Bingham » Tue Oct 18, 2022 7:16 pm

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I always wanted a brass T because I thought it would be fun to polish brass ! For the past six years, I've been honored to be Lizzie's caretaker, and she doesn't seem to mind all the mud, dust, wet sheepdogs and dirt lanes through her summer's work. And polishing the brass when she gets her annual cleaning is fun indeed ! Here's to a good start. :D

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I ordered my can online from Amazon. Just do an online search using the Mohawk name and M103-0500 numbers on the can and it will tell you where you can buy it and have it shipped to you. Jim Patrick

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Tue Oct 18, 2022 10:34 pm
Historic Florida Ford factory to be demolished despite pleas for preservation

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by Jeff5015 » Tue Oct 18, 2022 8:47 am

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Tue Oct 18, 2022 8:48 pm
Video of Model T in France.

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by Olivier CHABANNE » Mon Oct 17, 2022 4:15 pm

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Hi there.

Here are two videos we just made in France.

The first is made by my son Hugo and concerns an attempt to drive a Ford model T using ethanol.

The second is made by a young YouTube influencer trying to drive my Ford T for the first time. It was not easy for him, but he succeeded. Now he is convinced that the Model T is an...

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During WWII my dad was shot down over Lille France and was so badly wounded that the underground had to give him to the Germans for medical care...or so-called medical care. He spent the next two years as a POW

Sorry for the off topic but I think it is important to remember history

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Tue Oct 18, 2022 7:32 pm
Puttering in the shop: Waking up a Kingston L-4 carb

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by Scott_Conger » Tue Oct 18, 2022 1:49 pm

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Kingston L-4 carbs are known to be docile running carbs at best, at worst, they starve for fuel at high speeds and when climbing long/steep grades. I've never been a fan of them, but that may be about to change...

Here's a new float valve body on the left, with increased through-put, and a Viton-compatible seat, compared to a factory body shown...

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Looking forward to buying a couple when they are ready!

BTW, I like the clip that pulls down the needle to keep it from sticking up when the float drops. :)

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Tue Oct 18, 2022 6:00 pm
This is how i build early delivery trucks in OZ

Last post by JohnnyBuick « Tue Oct 18, 2022 11:11 am
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by JohnnyBuick » Mon Oct 17, 2022 9:47 am

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The black 1913 truck i finished 4 yrs ago..
The ex Pinno - Dobbins 1912 below that was a 2 yr build & race to make the car show in my town yesterday.. if i had another 2hrs i would of been able to fit the rear guards.
Someone on this Planet had to give these the WoW factor.
BOOM !
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..., 7ft 8

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Tue Oct 18, 2022 11:11 am
Key rack dimensions

Last post by George House « Tue Oct 18, 2022 10:29 am
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by 1922ford » Mon Oct 17, 2022 8:43 pm

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If anyone can supply me with the length and width dimensions of this key rack it would be greatly appreciated. The jpg attached was originally posted back around 2017. Thanks kindly in advance, Tom. 739250.jpg

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Mine is very slightly different than G. Mills. The length is slightly less than 14” and the width slightly less than 9”. See how my # 62 key overhangs the margin ?

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Tue Oct 18, 2022 10:29 am
Period photo

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by Rich P. Bingham » Mon Oct 17, 2022 5:27 pm

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Are those white tires ?

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It's all about perception. Photographs don't lie, it's said, but they sure can tell some mighty tall tales. I think I saw a parakeet fly into that hole . . .

:lol: :lol:

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Tue Oct 18, 2022 9:13 am
Steering Column

Last post by Mark Nunn « Tue Oct 18, 2022 8:21 am
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by BLB27 » Thu Oct 13, 2022 9:15 pm

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What steering column items should be checked, other than the pitman arm and the steering bracket bushing? How are they checked?

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Bruce, did you get your steering shaft out of the column? I replaced mine due to severe wear in the pins and their holes.

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One problem that I had was that the shaft was rusted inside the column shell. There was more rust there than in the exposed shaft under the hood. I had to pound the shaft out of the gearbox. I am certain that...

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Tue Oct 18, 2022 8:21 am
Question About Replacement Starter Switches

Last post by Steve Jelf « Tue Oct 18, 2022 1:06 am
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by BLB27 » Tue Mar 29, 2022 7:01 pm

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The suppliers have two different switches. One is priced at about $33 and the other at about $17. They are of both. The cheaper one may be available before the other one.

Has anyone had experience with these two?

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...a poorly functioning starter switch may leave you out on the road with an inoperable starter.
A Model T has a thing on the front you can pull to start the engine. :)

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Tue Oct 18, 2022 1:06 am
Only drove on Sunday, I swear!!!

Last post by JTT3 « Mon Oct 17, 2022 7:29 pm
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by Dollisdad » Sun Oct 16, 2022 9:32 am

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As long as it’s midnight blue you’ll be fine. Brother I hear you things are just different and back in the day it wasn’t the degree you had but what the results of your work & ingenuity. Ford was an eighth grade dropout after all.

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Mon Oct 17, 2022 7:29 pm
Salvage Model T, for auction.

Last post by TXGOAT2 « Mon Oct 17, 2022 7:17 pm
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by Pep C Strebeck » Mon Oct 10, 2022 4:08 pm

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I came across this while I was looking for something else, it is listed as a 1931 Model T. Did/Does this belong to anyone here?

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I wonder if that car was being moved in a trailer that was involved in a low speed accident. It looks as if the right front spring hanger might have broken, perhaps when the front wheels contacted whatever flattened the fenders. If so, it may have spared the axle and frame from serious damage. The front fender damage looks as if the car bumped...

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Mon Oct 17, 2022 7:17 pm
spare tire bracket

Last post by DanTreace « Mon Oct 17, 2022 6:03 pm
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by Melba Nolan » Mon Oct 17, 2022 12:01 pm

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Does any one have a picture of how the brass tire carrier for the running board mounts.

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The longer bracket for the upper cradles a tire, the long male spade portion is mounted to the dash.

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Mon Oct 17, 2022 6:03 pm
Laminated Top Bows Broke Again.

Last post by BE_ZERO_BE « Mon Oct 17, 2022 5:50 pm
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by BE_ZERO_BE » Mon Oct 10, 2022 7:34 pm

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When I restored my '16 Touring in 2008 I installed a new top, new sockets and new laminated top bows.
In about 2012 one side of the rear bow broke right at the socket.
At that time I repaired it by inserting a 1/4 stainless steel rod between the bow and socket.
The rod penetrated about 3 - 4 into each side.
It has held up well.

While doing work...

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While cleaning up the shop I ran across the pieces of the top bows that I trimmed off.
As you can see they were laminated from nine layers of very thin plywood.

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Mon Oct 17, 2022 5:50 pm
bone yard find

Last post by TXGOAT2 « Mon Oct 17, 2022 5:26 pm
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by andy2794 » Mon Oct 17, 2022 2:51 pm

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I found this steering wheel assembly in a bone yard, does anyone know what it will fit? What it is worth? Anyone interested in it? It has been outside in the weather for years, do not know how long. It is a little over 4' long and a 17 steering wheel and wires coming out the bottom. It is located near Pittsburgh, PA.

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Light switch looks stock to me. The switches often filled with grease and became touchy . The column assembly is rebuildable, and may only need cleaning and rewiring. Parts are available.

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Mon Oct 17, 2022 5:26 pm
Model T on the BBC

Last post by John kuehn « Mon Oct 17, 2022 1:10 pm
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by John E. Guitar » Mon Oct 17, 2022 6:05 am

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Interesting clip:

And a fresh take on computers:

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After seeing her observation about the Model T I’m not to sure she is being serious about it. This may be called negative humor by some folks or as Steve Jelf reminds us in his post.

But we do have to remember there are folks on you tube who promote themselves. This is one of them.

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Mon Oct 17, 2022 1:10 pm
It's Charging! It's Charging!

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by CatGuy » Mon Oct 17, 2022 8:14 am

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Finally yesterday I saw the results I've been hoping for! I bought another new alternator (I haven't been able to get the other one back - long story) and put it on.....but first, someone suggested that I should run a ground wire to the engine. The car came to me with a ground wire from the starter to the body frame. The car always started fine....

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Where did you get the new alternator, supplier & brand? There was a question about engine RPM speed for the previous alternator to generate power.

This one came from Snyder's. I believe it's a GM Delco.

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Mon Oct 17, 2022 1:05 pm
Hogshead tools worth producing again

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by NealW » Sat Oct 15, 2022 10:06 am

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Recently I finished putting back together the engine for our 1911 touring restoration project. One task that I was not looking forward to was installing the hogshead. Granted, I had two things in my favor. First, that the hogshead is aluminum and lighter to handle, and second, the engine is out of the car. I had watched Mike Bender's video on...

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Couldn't a band clamp be made long enough to work on all years? Then a single spring compressor to do one band at a time as you slide in the spring clamp.

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Mon Oct 17, 2022 12:56 pm
Model T colors from Argentina plant in 1923?

Last post by Wayne Sheldon « Sun Oct 16, 2022 6:20 pm
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by ElGranadaT » Sun Oct 09, 2022 12:10 pm

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Greetings,

I am restoring a 1923 Model T Touring that came out of Argentina. When I got it, it was painted yellow and had some significant body damage. Since then, I've stripped it down to the bare metal on all the skins and I've only found traces of a green and a red (primer?) I have not found any trace of black paint at all, anywhere.

I...

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I don't post nearly as much on the forum as I used to,.....probably a good thing, huh? :roll: ......harold

Harold Schwendeman! I always enjoy reading your postings, insights and advice! Always good to read that you are still around and doing well (I hope!)!

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Sun Oct 16, 2022 6:20 pm
Show Us Your Hershey Hauls!

Last post by Steve Jelf « Sun Oct 16, 2022 5:06 pm
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by CudaMan » Mon Oct 10, 2022 5:39 pm

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Here's a pic of the parts I was able to score at Hershey this year. I pretty much struck out on finding parts for the 1912 Flanders, but I did find a few things of interest, see the attached pic. I haven't had time yet to disassemble or clean anything, it's just sitting on the bench waiting while I catch up on other things. :)

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With one day being rained out I never made it to the fields across the bridge, but I did find a few things.

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Scissors that aren't half plastic like all the ones in stores; half a dozen snap clips; thirty valve stem nuts; a working drill; #6154 carb elbow (brass); two petcocks; valve stem cover; circa 1922 Champion X plug;...

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Last post by Steve Jelf
Sun Oct 16, 2022 5:06 pm
What window regulator?

Last post by Dan Hatch « Sun Oct 16, 2022 5:00 pm
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by Dan Hatch » Sun Oct 16, 2022 2:09 pm

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This was on some A stuff I got. So I think it is A, but don’t they fit some T also?
Any info you can provide will be helpful. Thanks Dan
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Thanks, that looks like it. Dan

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Sun Oct 16, 2022 5:00 pm
26-7 roadster top rear offset

Last post by George House « Sun Oct 16, 2022 3:37 pm
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by speedytinc » Thu Oct 13, 2022 2:51 pm

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Does anyone out there know the rear offset of the top.

If running a plumb line to the back of the body is the top rear over hang 2 or 3 ?
Does the rear back window panel slant follow the body back line?
I have looked at a lot of pictures of restored cars & this offset is all over the place.

A side view factory photo would be helpful.

Thank...

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While we’re on the subject of the ‘26-‘27 roadster top, heres another consideration: ... while most of us leave the ‘New and Improved’ top up, some will lower it to the leather covered top saddles. But when this is done your turtledeck access is greatly limited. To solve this I attached the pictured circular metal onto the top saddle bracket with...

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Last post by George House
Sun Oct 16, 2022 3:37 pm
Our clubs Piquette tour

Last post by TWrenn « Sun Oct 16, 2022 1:42 pm
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by TWrenn » Sun Oct 16, 2022 1:20 pm

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Today our club took a field trip to see the Piquette Plant. For some it has been more than their first. Second time for me. Always a great experience. Tom, our guide,was great.
The place was also all decked out for a wedding. Pretty cool.

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You're welcome Rich! We're still here!! :lol:
Thanks to wonderful technology and wifi here...I can report as we go!! Great time here.

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Sun Oct 16, 2022 1:42 pm
Very Late '13 Body

Last post by Will_Vanderburg « Sun Oct 16, 2022 12:01 pm
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by Original Smith » Fri Oct 14, 2022 10:22 am

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I'm surprised no one has commented on the late 1913 touring body that Langs had at Hershey. I've known about those for years, but have only seen a door. Finally after 60 years here is an example! They seem to be the same door latches used in 1914.

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Late 1913 touring car body? Which version are we talking about?
I know the weaknesses of the early rear section resulted in several changes to the body sills, even adding two more mounting points onto the frame. Several alterations were done by Ford dealers (in effect recalls before there was a word for it?).Then the redesign for 1914 was rushed...

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Sun Oct 16, 2022 12:01 pm
Removal of 1926 fuel cover on cowling

Last post by Petrah Phyre « Sun Oct 16, 2022 9:05 am
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by dacapt1948 » Wed Oct 12, 2022 11:37 am

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How do you remove the cowling fuel cap hinged cover? 1926.

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Sean: I've got some in a pump type oil can and after 5 years it smells good and works well. You do need a closed container/oil can to reduce acetone evaporation, but the pump can does this. jb

Thanks James. I do have couple gallons of Kroll, but, as you are well aware, a couple gallons won't last forever when working on old stuff.

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Sun Oct 16, 2022 9:05 am
She found her man!

Last post by Norman Kling « Sat Oct 15, 2022 3:58 pm
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by Dollisdad » Fri Oct 14, 2022 4:33 pm

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Model A 31 Phaeton 4 door which I owned in the 1960's. I had a folding rack on the back on which I strapped a trunk. When this picture was taken, we were leaving from San Diego to San Francisco. We also toured Yosemite on that trip.
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Last post by Norman Kling
Sat Oct 15, 2022 3:58 pm
Resume Driving Model T

Last post by TXGOAT2 « Sat Oct 15, 2022 11:21 am
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by mjones125 » Fri Oct 14, 2022 8:29 pm

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I have a 1915 Touring that has been garage kept. The car was last driven 3 years ago at which time there were no issues with the car. I plan to resume driving the car and would like recommendations on general maintenance that I should do before starting and driving the car again for the first time after setting idle for the last 3 years. Thanks...

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Green gasoline rots. Ignition points oxidize. Batteries die and rot. Roller timers gum up. Rings and valves can stick. Other than that, I agree.

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Sat Oct 15, 2022 11:21 am
Hershey Pictures????

Last post by NY John T « Sat Oct 15, 2022 10:06 am
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by Dan Hatch » Wed Oct 05, 2022 10:45 am

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No one posting pictures of Hershey? Must not be anything to see there this year.

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The Green Cadillac is a 1911 model 30 touring car.

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Sat Oct 15, 2022 10:06 am
Radiator lead time

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by DHort » Fri Oct 14, 2022 1:26 pm

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I ordered a radiator from Langs this week. Steve informed me the lead time is 186-203 days. The order gets drop shipped to the manufacturer. I guess the xmas boy is going to get a picture of his present. That is OK with me. He does not deive in the snow anyway.

I am not complaining. Just letting everyone know how long it might take so schedule...

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Dave: I ordered a flat tube for my '26 coupe on March 2 this year from Lang's. It was drop shipped from Brassworks September 9 and arrived by ups the following week. 8.5 Benjamins for the radiator and 1.5 to pack and ship. It was worth the wait. YMMV, but probably not much, take care, jb

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Sat Oct 15, 2022 9:57 am
Model T Engine info

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by corkmodelt » Thu Sep 15, 2022 7:12 am

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Hi

I'm replacting 2 con rods at the moment & I have a few questions that someone might help me with.
I have the Model T Bible but cant find it at the moment.

I got the flexi gauge, wondering what the clearance should be between the con rods & crank shaft. Is it necessary to fully clean the flexi gauge from the rods & shafts as it left a...

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Hi JTT3,

Lighter worked great thanks

Noel

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Sat Oct 15, 2022 9:38 am
Rear spring spreader made from clamps and 2-bys

Last post by Chris Haynes « Fri Oct 14, 2022 10:38 pm
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by Chris Bamford » Sun Oct 09, 2022 2:12 pm

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I needed the rear spring eyes spread an additional 1-1/4 to line up the shackle pins. This setup worked like a charm.

Particularly helpful IMO were the 2x3 under the two shackle eyes, and the vertical 2-bys that held the spring and the 2x3 in alignment.

Alternating half-turns on the centre C-clamps pulled the eyes smoothly into slip-fit...

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Chris, Did you paint all surfaces of each leaf before you lubricated the leafs?

The paint between the leaves has graphite in it.

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Fri Oct 14, 2022 10:38 pm
What is this?

Last post by Dan Hatch « Fri Oct 14, 2022 4:14 pm
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by Dan Hatch » Fri Oct 14, 2022 11:53 am

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What is this? I have seen on 26/27 steering column. Is it Ford or aftermarket? Part of a foot feed? Thanks Dan
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I was thinking it is part of some brand of foot feed. Thanks Dan

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Last post by Dan Hatch
Fri Oct 14, 2022 4:14 pm
Gas Lines

Last post by TXGOAT2 « Fri Oct 14, 2022 10:14 am
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by Original Smith » Thu Oct 13, 2022 9:43 am

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Gas lines supplied by Ford were brass. I've had NOS examples, and good used ones also. They are plated. My question is what is the plating? Is it tin or zinc, or something else?

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Any tubing made up from a flat sheet of brass would require tinning and soldering. Steel tubing, seamless or rolled, would benefit from corrosion protection offered by tinning. I'd think a soldered, seamed tube would be very prone to seam failure from flexing and vibration, but apparently that was not the case.

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Fri Oct 14, 2022 10:14 am
Bad day touring...

Last post by Original Smith « Fri Oct 14, 2022 10:04 am
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by KWTownsend » Mon Oct 03, 2022 3:58 pm

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It was a bad day on Saturday.
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Does anybody have a single aluminum piston and rings, 0.060 over sitting on a shelf?

: ^ (

Keith

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Good luck Keith! It seems funny that would happen after 10 years!

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Last post by Original Smith
Fri Oct 14, 2022 10:04 am
Bulb horn Part 3

Last post by TXGOAT2 « Fri Oct 14, 2022 9:31 am
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by FULLBORE » Fri Oct 14, 2022 8:30 am

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Hi guys
Ok... so my 1911 bulb horn quit working. I decided to remove it from the car. Now laying on my work bench, it works great!
Good tone and very loud. What is going on??
Bye for now
Mike

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Stuck reed? Foreign material? Hose leak? Oversize or over length hose? Elfin magic?

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Fri Oct 14, 2022 9:31 am
Finally got some direction

Last post by Wayne Sheldon « Fri Oct 14, 2022 2:32 am
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by Dollisdad » Wed Oct 12, 2022 12:20 pm

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Kevin P, Thank you for that.
I have never really been a fan of wire wheels on model Ts, excepting of course for the 1926/'27 improved Ts with their welded wire wheels. And of course, on appropriate speedsters, I like them fine! But standard model TS during the model T era simply did not have fancy wire wheels very often. However I always enjoy...

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Last post by Wayne Sheldon
Fri Oct 14, 2022 2:32 am
Another Hershey Video - Quick & Dirty

Last post by DHort « Fri Oct 14, 2022 1:41 am
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by Sean Butler » Tue Oct 11, 2022 11:58 am

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Runs just short of a half-hour:

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Sean,

Such a pleasure to watch a video by someone that does it correctly. Good slow movement and no jumping around.

Saw Hugh and Peter in the 1st 10 minutes, from the EFR.

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Fri Oct 14, 2022 1:41 am
Fuel Line pack nut thread type?

Last post by Quickm007 « Thu Oct 13, 2022 8:35 pm
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by NealW » Tue Oct 11, 2022 9:19 pm

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I'm in the process of reassembling a 1911 touring that I'm restoring, and the Holley H1 carburetor has an elbow on it shown in the first picture. Corey Walker did a beautiful job restoring this carburetor! Anyway, I want to add an inline fuel shut off valve and consequently can't use the 90 degree shutoff valve that the vendors sell.

I do have an...

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What Scott said.

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I would use the stock #2910 pack nut and #6154 elbow. A bit of neoprene fuel hose that fits inside the pack nut makes a good leak-proof gasket.

For a shutoff I use the sediment bulb valve. With an extension handle under the running board I can close and open the valve without crawling under the car.

I...

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Thu Oct 13, 2022 8:35 pm
115 years ago today, Henry Ford quits racing......

Last post by Wayne Sheldon « Thu Oct 13, 2022 7:45 pm
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by Rob » Wed Sep 14, 2022 9:11 pm

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One hundred and fifteen years ago today, Henry Ford declared he was finished with racing, following Frank Kulick crashing through the fence surrounding the Highland Park one mile track, after reeling off unofficially lower times than the circular mile world record, driving the third iteration of Henry Ford's six cylinder racer....

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This is an interesting way to lead us to step through history . I like it.
I wonder how Barney Oldfield felt bout the Hippodrome comment? He and Henry had worked together and done business for several years by that time. But Barney was already becoming more about self promotion than serious racing! He later soon was banned from AAA sanctioned...

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Thu Oct 13, 2022 7:45 pm
RUSTY GAS TANK

Last post by Tlitwin « Thu Oct 13, 2022 7:19 pm
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by Paul B » Tue Oct 11, 2022 5:18 pm

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I WOULD GREATLY APPRECIATE ANY HELP ON WAYS TO REMOVE RUST FROM A GAS TANK. THANKS IN ADVANCE. PAUL

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I took mine to American metal cleaning in Portland. Have not had any issues with it since they cleaned it. Cost 75$ in 2003.
American metal cleaning.com
Tom

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Thu Oct 13, 2022 7:19 pm
Rear brake shoe side rubbing on drum

Last post by Allan « Thu Oct 13, 2022 7:12 pm
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by JohnSaylor » Tue Sep 20, 2022 8:57 pm

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Hey all,

Had to make a new account as I haven’t posted since mtfca switched to the new forum. Anyways, I am having trouble with my left parking brake shoe (stock brakes, no RMBs or anything) rubbing on the drum and making a nasty intermittent squeak (video here: There is an obvious wear mark on the side of the shoe about 1” from the oval actuator...

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The bolt must be straight. The backing plate must be straight also, so the bolt hole is square to the backing plate. The backing plates will take bending to correct any deformity. You might need a couple of large crescent wrenches to manipulate the backing plate into shape.

Allan from down under.

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Thu Oct 13, 2022 7:12 pm
Which valve stem for replacement?

Last post by Allan « Thu Oct 13, 2022 7:04 pm
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by mbowen » Wed Oct 12, 2022 8:00 pm

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These photos are of the inner tube that came in the spare tire on my ‘24 touring. The tube itself passes the water bubble test but the stem is split near the base. I see two different styles of replacement stems from Snyder’s and Lang’s, one for wood wheels, and another for wire wheels. Which one, if either, would work for a ‘24 Touring with...

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Steve, I doubt that that black rubber stem is the original. It is more likely a replacement for a brass stem. I have two like that in use in my T's, and they have the thicker brass stems.

Allan from down under.

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Thu Oct 13, 2022 7:04 pm
Me, Larry Smith, and a set of original 1913 side curtains...

Last post by TrentB « Thu Oct 13, 2022 5:32 pm
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by James_Lyons-WV » Sun Oct 02, 2022 9:06 pm

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Hershey is here and for me, it usually starts on the Saturday before when Larry Smith flys in to Harrisburg, PA, get's his car, and drives 2 hours south, to my place in West Virginia. This has been going on now for that last five years or so - Covid and one botched flight not withstanding. This year was no different, except this time, we spent a...

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Another thought. Did each body company have their own design for the curtains.

Larry, probably so. Until the 1915 model year bodies were supplied to Ford painted and trimmed by the different manufacturers. We know there are subtle differences in the way bodies were made depending on the manufacturer, so it makes sense that there would be some...

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Thu Oct 13, 2022 5:32 pm
Trimming front bow

Last post by Upholstery Mike « Thu Oct 13, 2022 11:49 am
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by KWTownsend » Wed Oct 12, 2022 3:36 pm

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I had to re-trim the front bow on my 1911. When pounding in the upholstery nails with a leather covered hammer, the bow would bounce around. I decided that pushing in the nails with a pair of (leather protected) channel lock pliers, instead of pounding them in with a hammer, was much easier. I don't know why I haven't thought of this before...

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Great idea!

Mike
Classtique Upholstery

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Thu Oct 13, 2022 11:49 am
Where is this voltage coming from?

Last post by Mark Nunn « Thu Oct 13, 2022 8:52 am
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by Mark Nunn » Tue Oct 04, 2022 1:55 pm

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I am confused. My generator recently stopped working and I need to review the service and electrical manuals for that. I wanted to check continuity through the cutout with the engine off. There was none. I have a new analog multimeter that I wanted to try so I checked battery voltage. 6.02V I checked voltage at the yellow (battery) wire on the...

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Robert, in my posted photo above you can see 2.82V with the battery clamped in place. I did not mention his but before putting the clamp on the battery I was able to vary the voltage by pressing on the top of the battery case near the positive post. 2.82 was the max. That just adds to the list of questions.

I had to stop working on this for now....

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Thu Oct 13, 2022 8:52 am
Too much wear on my new day timer?

Last post by JohnSaylor « Wed Oct 12, 2022 9:17 pm
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by JohnSaylor » Tue Oct 11, 2022 8:13 pm

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Car is running a bit rough. Replaced my old (extremely worn out) New Day with this brown Bakelite New Day that Dave Hiltz gave me in 2020. Don’t remember how much wear it had when I put it on, but this is what it looks like now. Is this an acceptable level of wear? I might try polish it up a bit with some emery cloth

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Hole saw … didn’t have the right size myself but I’ll go to the store and grab one

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Wed Oct 12, 2022 9:17 pm
Missteps and misdiagnoses chasing a misfire

Last post by Norman Kling « Wed Oct 12, 2022 11:44 am
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by Flivver » Tue Oct 11, 2022 11:45 am

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I was following a thread here about rough running, sputtering, and backfires. Then it happened to me... Here is my tale. Hopefully someone will benefit from my missteps. (here is a Youtube video I made of the situation Or you can read below.)

My car was running well, and has been trouble-free through the summer. I’ve made a few driving videos,...

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That was a good diagnosis. Too bad it was not the first test you made. It can, however, be deceiving, sometimes they will run at idle or level, but will misfire when pulling, because the compression is higher when the throttle is open, which it is on a pull. So that one is even a bit harder to find.
Norm

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Wed Oct 12, 2022 11:44 am
Allan in Australia

Last post by Allan « Wed Oct 12, 2022 5:34 am
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by BigBen » Tue Oct 11, 2022 7:36 pm

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Allan,

Sent you a PM a little over a month ago with a question, I can email if easier. I would like your opinion on something.

Thank you,
Ben

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Email is fine Ben. It gives me a copy to read, whenever! Don't make the question too hard though.
Allan from down under.

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Wed Oct 12, 2022 5:34 am
Low speed gear

Last post by Art M « Tue Oct 11, 2022 10:52 pm
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by Ericgj85 » Sun Oct 09, 2022 9:14 pm

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I was looking for any info on changing gear ratio on the low speed drum / triple gear I was told some one made a set of custom gears and drum a few years ago but can not find anything. Looking for a longer low speed so when you shift to high it won’t bog this would be for hill climb racing only.

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I am not sure, but this arrangement might result in a reverse gear. I wonder what the gear ratio is

Art Mirtes

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Tue Oct 11, 2022 10:52 pm
David Carnahan

Last post by Michael Peternell « Tue Oct 11, 2022 10:00 pm
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by Michael Peternell » Tue Oct 11, 2022 8:08 pm

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Trying to get ahold of David. I bought the 17 speedster he had for sale in the classifieds. He emailed me pictures last Thursday plus many more since bought. Suddenly can't get ahold of him. Phone, email, or text. I pray everything is okay! If anyone can make contact or knows what's happening with David let me know.
Thanks!
Mike Peternell

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Just tried calling. Went straight to voice mail. Could be on my end. Been having problems lately. Give me a call when you can.
Thanks!
Mike

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Tue Oct 11, 2022 10:00 pm
Hershey?

Last post by Retro54 « Tue Oct 11, 2022 5:36 pm
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by Dan Hatch » Tue Oct 11, 2022 3:10 pm

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I have been told that Herco wanted everyone out if swap meet Fields by noon on Friday. Was that true. Thanks Dan

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If you didnt experience it, then it likely didn't happen. I sat at our spaces in the Chocolate field until about 2pm before we packed up. If you want answers and the truth, contact the Hershey Region directly. Do not be part of those who are spreading un substantiated rumors.

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Tue Oct 11, 2022 5:36 pm
model A 3rd main cap

Last post by Craig Leach « Tue Oct 11, 2022 5:07 pm
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by Craig Leach » Tue Oct 11, 2022 12:48 pm

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Hi All,
Is there anyone that can rebabbitt the third main cap in a model A crank conversion.
Thanks in advance.
Craig.

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Hi Steve & Erik,
Yes Gene said he could do that & it looks like that is the route that will be taken. The flange came off & damaged the rear main cap. Flange has been repaired so he is moving forward with the project.
Thanks.
Craig.

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Tue Oct 11, 2022 5:07 pm
Year ID - again

Last post by DHort « Tue Oct 11, 2022 12:27 pm
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by Apis Mellifera » Mon Oct 10, 2022 2:00 pm

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In August I looked at a local Touring and made a post asking for help with the year. The title and engine date to 1924, but the car was determined to be a '17-'20. Here's my post: I only took two pictures at the time because the asking price was about twice what it was worth. I made a corresponding offer and went home.

After walking 18 miles...

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Have you looked for a serial number on the body? Probably just inside the front passenger door.

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Tue Oct 11, 2022 12:27 pm
Engineering Rationale for 30X3 on Front and 30X3 1/2" on Rear

Last post by ThreePedalTapDancer « Tue Oct 11, 2022 11:43 am
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by Distagon2 » Tue Oct 11, 2022 11:26 am

Just curious, can anyone explain the rationale that Ford engineers used for the different wheel/tire sizes on the Model T, specifically 30X3 on the front and 30X3 1/2 on the rear? I took some quick tape measure measurements of the wheels without tires, and the front wheel is about 1 larger in diameter than the rear wheel (on a 1912 that is in my...

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Tue Oct 11, 2022 11:43 am
***1926-1927 Cowl Mounted Fuel Tank***

Last post by Chris Barker « Tue Oct 11, 2022 11:25 am
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by VowellArt » Sun Nov 17, 2019 12:41 am

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This is by far the hardest drawing I have yet to draw. The problem is that in other Model T's components were pretty much bolt on and them slap on the next assembly. Not so with 26-27 the Improved Cars , some thing in them are integral to the construction of the car...like the fuel tank. It doesn't sit on the chassis, like all the previous cars...

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Sorry if someone has already pointed this out, but the Fordor has a shorter scuttle to provide more interior space. Hence no room for a tank there.

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Last post by Chris Barker
Tue Oct 11, 2022 11:25 am
Edison and Ford Estates

Last post by Moxie26 « Tue Oct 11, 2022 9:06 am
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by DHort » Sat Oct 01, 2022 1:56 pm

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Anyone have any info on how well the Estates survived?

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Site now is being cleaned up by employees and volunteers, expected to be partially opened October 29th in correlation with the Fall festival events. See for updates .,.... www.edisonfordwinterestates.org

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Tue Oct 11, 2022 9:06 am
26/27 cowl lacing

Last post by Allan « Mon Oct 10, 2022 7:01 pm
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by elliott1936 » Sun Oct 09, 2022 12:54 pm

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I'm about to install the cowl lacing on my 27 model T cowl ,and was wondering which way the brass rivets would be installed. The rivets are two prongs that go through the lacing. Are they installed from the outside or the inside of the cowl?

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With the tank out, the rivets can be installed tangs out in the webbing as the factory fitted it, BUT, the two lowest on the sides will need different treatment because the rivets there cannot be inserted due to a double panel precluding same. Was the second panel fitted after the webbing? Most restorers resort to pop rivets at this location....

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Last post by Allan
Mon Oct 10, 2022 7:01 pm
Just give it a good spin!

Last post by Marty Bufalini « Mon Oct 10, 2022 5:02 pm
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by Dollisdad » Mon Oct 10, 2022 12:02 am

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I look at these and try to imagine what it was like that then. And I marvel at the fact that these are every day cars. Any photos of these vintage with the Halloween theme?

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Mon Oct 10, 2022 5:02 pm
Kingston Model D Carburetor

Last post by Flivver « Mon Oct 10, 2022 4:24 pm

by Flivver » Mon Oct 10, 2022 4:24 pm

I found this crusty Kingston Model D carburetor. It seems quite odd with two needle valves (?) and a tongue throttle. I can't find much info about it online. Was it used on the Model T? Is there any point trying to restore it? (Not sure it can be.). Just curious about it.
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Mon Oct 10, 2022 4:24 pm
Have you bought Blockleys?

Last post by DHort « Sun Oct 09, 2022 10:51 pm
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by Steve Jelf » Thu Sep 22, 2022 3:13 pm

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My questions are for anybody in the USA who has bought 30 x 3 and/or 30 x 3½ Blockley tyres.

1 Did you have to pay anything in addition to the cost of the tires + shipping? If so, what and how much?
2 How expensive was shipping?

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Can I borrow your son?

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Sun Oct 09, 2022 10:51 pm

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