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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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How much rear end oil?

Last post by Kerry « Mon Jul 04, 2022 6:11 pm
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by KMcoldcars » Fri Jul 01, 2022 6:35 pm

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About how much 600W does it take to fill the rear end on a 1916 properly?

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Canadian T's had the lower filler plug as early as 1915.

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Last post by Kerry
Mon Jul 04, 2022 6:11 pm
Time to customize the 1922 Coupe

Last post by speedytinc « Mon Jul 04, 2022 3:28 pm
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by Been Here Before » Mon Jul 04, 2022 2:51 pm

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Time to customize the 1922 Coupe, planning to change to door handles. Any suggestions as to where and how to find loop or D exterior door handles?

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Glen Chaffin had a large collection of those handles way back.

Reviewed the 2021 Catalogue, and no such handles?

In his personal stash. Call him.
A friend got a pair of D's for his centerdoor. NOS.

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Mon Jul 04, 2022 3:28 pm
wheel interchange?

Last post by paulgriesse « Mon Jul 04, 2022 1:13 pm
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by paulgriesse » Sun Jul 03, 2022 3:12 pm

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I plan to drive my 1912 T in our 4th parade---it has 30X3.5 clinchers but I`m concerned about possible flattires.....Just wondering if I could replace a flat with a wheel and tire from my 1924 T. I`d prefer to fix any flat back home in my shop if I can temporairly use the `24 T wheel.....Would that fit? Thanks, paul

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Many thanks, guys-----No problems at all in the Parade----Guess i`ll have to check that wheel interchange sometime HERE, in my shop. thanks, Paul

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Mon Jul 04, 2022 1:13 pm
FORD FOURTH OF JULY

Last post by KLTagert « Mon Jul 04, 2022 9:57 am
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by Greg sarky k » Mon Jul 04, 2022 8:28 am

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Gregory,
Thanks for posting that - it’s pretty neat !
Would be great to make into a magnetic sign for the side of the T.

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Mon Jul 04, 2022 9:57 am
Does the Model T need a battery?

Last post by TXGOAT2 « Mon Jul 04, 2022 7:46 am
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by Been Here Before » Sat Jul 02, 2022 10:33 am

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Having owned a model t for a few years and having repaired the odd mechanical features that were designed into the vehicle, mechanical features that make the car complex and antiquated, by today's standards.

And now newer owners are trying to up grade the car even further with air conditioning, disk brakes, electronic ignition, high tech voltage...

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You can get a kickback when starting on magneto or on battery. When starting a hot Ford engine with the crank on period, low octane fuel, you could get a kickback with both magneto and battery switched off.

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Mon Jul 04, 2022 7:46 am
Wonderful Wisconsin Tour Pictures

Last post by Allan « Mon Jul 04, 2022 1:34 am
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by KeithG » Thu Jun 30, 2022 1:55 pm

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Our Wonderful Wisconsin Tour is now history, but many pictures have been taken.
Given here are links to over 1400 pictures:

Here is the link and also a tiny url. Both will work.

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2-tinyurl.com/2beh2ftf

On the top right corner of the Photo Album page are options. You can order prints for 18 cents and picked up at store of your choice. You...

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Dave and Steve, Dennis Gorder would beat you both there.

Allan from down under.

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Mon Jul 04, 2022 1:34 am
Coast to Coast, Part 2 - the halfway point

Last post by DHort « Sun Jul 03, 2022 11:55 pm
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by Rob » Tue Jun 21, 2022 3:33 pm

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Starting a new thread for the T travelers from Germany.

Below is a link to the first thread, From Coast to Coast.”

Below, west of Lincoln Nebraska on June 21, “the longest day.”
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Tim, remember that they had no choice. Where they are currently driving the Interstate is the only road. I believe the New York to Seattle group had the same problem in Montana. Trucker was probably going too fast if he ended up in the median.

There are 2 ways to extend a thread and Rob just did it this way. You end up in the same place either...

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Sun Jul 03, 2022 11:55 pm
Any suggestions on removing bearing races from front hubs?

Last post by Altair « Sun Jul 03, 2022 11:25 pm
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by Southfork Creek » Sat Jul 02, 2022 12:03 pm

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This is not my favorite task. I have beaten these out with a long chisel and hammer in the past to remove the ball bearing style, but thought I'd ask for suggestions now. Maybe a little heat on the race or the hub might help? Thanks.

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I am a little confused, the parts books from 09 - 23 list the same parts numbers for the hub assembly and for the inner and outer races. I have a variety of early hubs some with narrow threads and some with wider threads, some have the notch only in the inner hub and some with the notch in both inner and outer, but the part numbers are all the...

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Sun Jul 03, 2022 11:25 pm
New engine block?

Last post by Craig Leach « Sun Jul 03, 2022 6:15 pm
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by Chris Haynes » Fri Jul 01, 2022 2:53 pm

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Now that retired engineer Terry Burtz has designed an improved Model A engine block with five main bearings, oversized insert bearings and full pressure oiling is there any reason the same can't be done for the T?

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The high compression, Chaffin's cam, speedway manifold, Tillotson carb, A-K dissy with not yet built header engine is going in a speedster with a 10 tooth pinion & a Warford = 3:1 gear and it should pull that rather well. I'm not a fender fan even My 1919 firetruck only has 2. I have had over a thousand Kids in my firetruck think what that will do...

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Last post by Craig Leach
Sun Jul 03, 2022 6:15 pm
Does The Model T Need That Hot Air Pipe?

Last post by John.Zibell « Sun Jul 03, 2022 3:04 pm
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by J1MGOLDEN » Sat Jul 02, 2022 6:54 pm

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A friend says his Model T never had a Hot Air Pipe, Part Number 4582, so he knows it must not need one.

My opinion is that Henry Ford would never put that part on, if it was not required.

There are usually three different opinions about every part of a Model T, am I wrong on the pipe requirement?

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I'm a believer in delivering filtered air to an engine. I use the spring loaded foam filter available from vendors. I live in humid Alabama. I've seen condensation on the outside of the manifold, but run with no issues. With the filter against the hogs head it may pick up some heat, but I'm not using nor do I plan on using a hot air pipe.

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Sun Jul 03, 2022 3:04 pm
Reverse, what am I doing wrong?

Last post by Moxie26 « Sun Jul 03, 2022 7:51 am
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by Reno Speedster » Thu Jun 30, 2022 10:52 pm

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I am working on solving a rough running issue, which means a lot of test drives around the block. This involves backing out of the shop, which is not going well. My technique is to start with the hand brake on then press the reverse pedal down and let the handbrake off. Oddly, the car will go backward when the handbrake is about halfway off, but...

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Good news Reno keep up the good work and have a safe July 4th

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Last post by Moxie26
Sun Jul 03, 2022 7:51 am
Rough acceleration and coughing back through the carb

Last post by TXGOAT2 « Sat Jul 02, 2022 10:38 pm
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by Reno Speedster » Sun Jun 26, 2022 8:49 pm

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I have done some work on my 22 and have been driving it a bit. At first, it ran very smoothly but after driving it around for an hour the other day, it started to sputter and pop when I try to accelerate. It has a pretty smooth idle.

I have checked the electrical and it’s getting spark on all cylinders. Shorting each plug showed a noticeable...

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I've seen rust block small passages in cast iron carburetors. Most solvents will not affect it.

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Sat Jul 02, 2022 10:38 pm
Atwater/Kent front plate cam gear

Last post by Craig Leach « Sat Jul 02, 2022 7:30 pm
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by JvanMaanen » Wed Jun 29, 2022 2:59 pm

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Thanks to the forum I found that Tom VanMeeteren is able to supply cap, rotor and points for my AK type RA distributor. The cam gear that came with the unit has no slot or locating hole to position it correctly. The distributor sits slanted. I have attached a couple of pictures of the unit. I could find no markings on the plate, just the Type RA...

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Hi Jim,
As far as fore & aft spacing I usually put the gear on with the nut loose so you can spin the distributer turning the gear freely on the cam to check the gear mesh & spacing.
Craig

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Last post by Craig Leach
Sat Jul 02, 2022 7:30 pm
Cursed Model T

Last post by Bob McDaniel « Sat Jul 02, 2022 3:27 pm
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by dykker5502 » Fri Jul 01, 2022 2:28 am

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I finally got my little red roadster pick-up assembled and put the engine back in the car.
A T friend of mine that have known the car from the past have told me that it is cursed and often fails when the stakes are high and it's function needed. I was supposed to participate the comming weekend in Bornholm Rundt ( Around Bornholm ) - one of the...

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One more easy thing to check that can cause this problem is the bolt below the timer that goes through the front of the oil pan into the bottom of the engine block could be pointed up instead of down and will hit the terminals on the lower side of the timer every time you advance your timing and short out that cylinder. I have a 27 T that had this...

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Last post by Bob McDaniel
Sat Jul 02, 2022 3:27 pm
Ford's first production four cylinder car, the Model B, compared with other 1905 cars

Last post by Rob « Sat Jul 02, 2022 3:15 pm

by Rob » Sat Jul 02, 2022 3:15 pm

Beginning with his racers, Henry Ford recognized the importance of horsepower to weight ratio. His first racers were no fluff, all motor and no creature comfort space eaters, evidenced by Arrow and 999, the 20 hp skeleton racer, a creation made up of two 1904 Model A 10 hp motors, and his 1100 hundred cubic inch six cylinder racer. This carried...

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Sat Jul 02, 2022 3:15 pm
T Generator

Last post by speedytinc « Sat Jul 02, 2022 1:31 pm
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by TXGOAT2 » Thu Jun 30, 2022 9:26 am

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If I set my '27 generator with stock cutout rate high enough to hold the ammeter at zero to 1 amp charge at road speed with the lights on, it shows about 7 amps charge with the lights off. If I turn the lights on with the engine stopped the ammeter shows about 7 amps discharge, which seems too high to me, so I question the ammeter accuracy. It is...

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I get it now. Makes sense. I normally run a diode conversion cutout.
I have been running a heavy duty period aftermarket mechanical cutout with no problems with a kill switch & idiot light.
I will keep in mind the grounding out possible damage @ a hi rpm use.

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Sat Jul 02, 2022 1:31 pm
How to tell if the front end is wrong way around?

Last post by Altair « Sat Jul 02, 2022 12:37 am
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by Rata Road » Thu Jun 30, 2022 5:48 am

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In a previous post a few years ago when discussing this cars tendency to dance/veer left or right when driving over a road repair or similar surface someone suggested that my front end could be in the wrong way around.
I was thinking that if that was the case would the bearing threads be a give away given that they are left hand thread on one...

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The left side would be the driver's side. On the bench you can put them on either side but the perch with the odd number goes on the driver' side.

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Last post by Altair
Sat Jul 02, 2022 12:37 am
Vibrations

Last post by TXGOAT2 « Fri Jul 01, 2022 10:36 pm
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by Farmer J » Wed Jun 29, 2022 1:51 pm

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Has anyone ever tried to reduce engine vibrations transmitting to the chassis by placing a strip of rubber between the engine arms and the frame?

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Ricardo Montalban, star of Fantasy Island , recommends using only fine Corinthian lather for pan arm washers.

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Fri Jul 01, 2022 10:36 pm
crankshaft grinder in SoCal

Last post by TLeroux « Fri Jul 01, 2022 10:08 pm
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by John bevardos » Tue Jun 28, 2022 4:02 pm

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Any recommendations on any here in Los Angeles area....or......??

Thanks, John

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LOPEZ
is the best around

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Fri Jul 01, 2022 10:08 pm
re-babbiters in So Cal

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by John bevardos » Thu Jun 30, 2022 4:27 pm

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Anyone that is reputable .....as a hobbiest or pro shop is fine .

thank you , John

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John
there are a couple of people on OC that do Babbit
call me
tom leroux
714-41203200

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Fri Jul 01, 2022 10:04 pm
10 Tooth Driveshaft Pinion Gear

Last post by Jerry VanOoteghem « Fri Jul 01, 2022 8:43 pm
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by FundyTides » Thu Jun 30, 2022 12:31 pm

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Just sorting through some parts that I bought at one time and found what I think is a Model T 10 tooth pinion gear. It looks to be in pretty good shape except for some surface rust. I would appreciate it if someone would confirm that this is in fact a Model T pinion gear. As can be seen in the pictures, there is a divot on the back of one of the...

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Jerry, my experience comes from watching the fellows in my favourite machine shop hardness testing alloy heads after they have been overheated. If they are too soft, they are not worth working on. This is soft material, and the testing tool leaves the small centre punch mark referred to. It seems counter intuitive for a ball type test on harder...

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Fri Jul 01, 2022 8:43 pm
2022 IF Swap Meet photos

Last post by Allan « Fri Jul 01, 2022 6:57 pm
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by Rich Eagle » Mon Jun 20, 2022 1:05 pm

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We had our local Father's Day Car Show and Swap meet last weekend. It was a great chance to see old cars and old friends.
I drove the '09 to the show as a contrast to the wide variety of cars there.
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Kevin had just bought this 15 speedster to add to his vast collection of Red cars including a Ferrari and a Lamborghini. It had passed...

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No 31 is the flanged nut used with the loose lug Kelsey demountable wheels supplied on our Canadian sourced cars.

Allan from down under.

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Last post by Allan
Fri Jul 01, 2022 6:57 pm
Ignition switch cylinder repair on a 27

Last post by Eric Sole « Fri Jul 01, 2022 6:38 pm
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by Eric Sole » Wed Jun 29, 2022 8:14 am

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I replaced the ignition and light switch contacts 30 some years ago. Everything worked ok, but I wanted to have the face plate nickel plated.

After disassembling everything I found the lock cylinder (tumbler) was missing 2 of the 4 wafers. The rectangular end of the pot metal cylinder wasn't so rectangular anymore - a chunk was missing where it...

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Good eye James, you're absolutely right!
I have been tweeking this wafer and it unlocks much better now.
I won't be able to paint the handle for at least a week, so the reassembly will have to wait a bit.

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Fri Jul 01, 2022 6:38 pm
International French Model T concentration Verdun 2022

Last post by AndreFordT « Fri Jul 01, 2022 4:19 pm
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by AndreFordT » Thu Jun 30, 2022 12:44 am

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Last weekend we took part of the international French Model T happening this time in Verdun 2022.
This concentration is each year always on the last weekend of June on an other place in France.
Last time was in 2019, due to Corona,2020 and 2021 didn't happen so you can imagine the joy we had to see back some old freinds.

Here a few links with the...

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I just forgot to tell:
At the end of the event, each year the organisation tell the region for the organitation the year after.
In 2023 this Model T happening will take place the last weekend of June 2023 in Nantes (Loire Atlantic) at the West coast.

I am already looking out for this.

Andre
Belgium

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Fri Jul 01, 2022 4:19 pm
Painting New Aluminum Head

Last post by Been Here Before « Fri Jul 01, 2022 4:18 pm
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by TXGOAT2 » Wed Jun 29, 2022 9:11 am

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I need to paint a new aluminum head. Any suggestions appreciated.

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Paint generally does not last long. Why not just have an anodized aluminum cylinder head ? imagesanahead.jpg

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Fri Jul 01, 2022 4:18 pm
100th Birthday Ride for WWII vet- Elkhart IN

Last post by George House « Fri Jul 01, 2022 12:43 pm
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by Tbird » Mon Jun 27, 2022 2:21 pm

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I was contacted by a lady that lives in Elkhart IN that is looking for someone to give her dad a ride in a Model T for his 100th birthday. I would gladly do it except my car is being restored right now (Not running). Perhaps there is some guys local in the area that could do this? He walks with a walker but can get up and down. The Birthday party...

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Wunnerful and Mahvelous Madam Vice President !!
Thank you and whomever answers in the affirmative !!

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Fri Jul 01, 2022 12:43 pm
We saw this T in Jackson Hole, Wy Monday

Last post by Rich Eagle « Fri Jul 01, 2022 12:30 pm
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by Rich Eagle » Wed Jun 29, 2022 6:41 pm

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We saw this Model T pickup when we were leaving the Tetons last Monday. Since we didn't track him down I was wondering if anyone recognized it. It had a Texas plate on it. How much fun he must have been having.
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We also stopped at Menor's Ferry in the Grand Teton National park and found this photo of a YPC bus crossing...

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David driving Periwinkle Thanks Jeff. I believe I remember you there many years ago. I should stop and visit David and Clare sometime.
Rich

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Fri Jul 01, 2022 12:30 pm
Tire change and Roof Patch

Last post by soonerdg « Fri Jul 01, 2022 10:46 am
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by soonerdg » Wed Jun 29, 2022 10:51 am

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I have some questions on my 1925 Model T Coupe.

We ordered new tires and took them to someone here locally who restores vintage cars to have them mounted on the split rims. Went to put them on last night, the first one went on perfectly. No issues at all. All 3 of the others were a nightmare to get on. It seems the rims with the tires mounted...

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Really appreciate all the responses and all of the information. Great tips and instructions on how to do this myself. No ill will against the guy who mounted them. He's a hobbyist as well. I'm going to use the ideas from this post to break down the tires and see if I can straighten the rims.

Thanks again!

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Fri Jul 01, 2022 10:46 am
Oil pan plug baffle

Last post by George House « Fri Jul 01, 2022 9:01 am
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by Don ellis » Thu Jun 30, 2022 6:22 pm

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Has anyone ever removed this and left it off? It’s impossible to clean under.

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My lazy way is to use about 120 psi from a small nozzle while introducing solvent or gasoline into the spray. This cleans old gunk out to my low standards 😁 but if the drain area is bent up, I’d follow Bob’s advice.

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Last post by George House
Fri Jul 01, 2022 9:01 am
Wascally Wabbit.

Last post by Kaiser « Fri Jul 01, 2022 6:34 am
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by Dollisdad » Wed Jun 29, 2022 11:35 am

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What should we call this ? It looks like someone left a Speedster and a Huckster too long unattended in the garage over the weekend and this is what came of it :lol:

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Last post by Kaiser
Fri Jul 01, 2022 6:34 am
Question on Innertube Quality

Last post by Allan « Thu Jun 30, 2022 9:19 pm
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by Lyndon » Wed Jun 29, 2022 10:52 pm

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I here so much talk of innertubes not being any count these days. I am getting ready to mount a new set of 450-21, Had already purchased new tubes back in 2015. Opened them up today, and they say, Made In EEC , but no brand on the tube. Are they worth installing? Give me some opinions.

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EEC represents the European Economic Community. I believe it became widely used to blur the distinction between older western nations like Britain and Germany and the newly emerging eastern European nations from the communist bloc. It may mean that the tubes were manufactured in one of the newer European economies.
I have no idea if this reflects...

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Thu Jun 30, 2022 9:19 pm
Sidelight reflectors

Last post by Allan « Thu Jun 30, 2022 8:50 pm
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by Bobbbenner » Wed Jun 29, 2022 5:12 pm

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How can I rejuvenate the reflectors in my sidelights and rear kerosene light?
Should I sand/smooth the back and paint using a high sheen silver?
Right now I’ve got Alumlnum foil pieces for reflection.
What have some of you done?

On another note. If my 22 touring has only kerosene sidelights and a kerosene tail light, does that indicate that it...

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Bun style lights on a 1922 would have had steel innards. I have never found evidence of any plating on the reflectors, other than unpolished nickel on the 'Divers helmet' round type reflectors on the 1915 lamps. The best preserved square ones I have ever unearthed seemed to be raven finished on the outside, but all the others have been rusty to...

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Last post by Allan
Thu Jun 30, 2022 8:50 pm
Stripping lacquer from brass lamps

Last post by NorthSouth « Thu Jun 30, 2022 5:57 pm
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by RGould1910 » Thu Jun 30, 2022 1:52 am

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Planning on using a paint stripper to remove what appears to be a lacquer finish on brass lamps before polishing.
I've used paint stripper on furniture but never on brass.
Any issues or cautions I should be aware of?
Is there a better way?

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I had this same challenge about a year ago. Mr. Tom Zimmer of the Horseless Carriage Club instructed me to go to Costco, buy vinegar in bulk, pour it in a lobster pot, put it on the stove, and bring it to almost a boil. I soaked my clear-coated brass in there and the coating came off almost immediately in big sheets. I used a lightweight brass...

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Thu Jun 30, 2022 5:57 pm
Protecting polished brass

Last post by jiminbartow « Thu Jun 30, 2022 10:46 am

by jiminbartow » Thu Jun 30, 2022 10:46 am

For members who own brass era Model T’s and members who enjoy restoring antiques with polished brass parts, the subject of polishing and protecting polished brass comes up often on the forum.

Though I don’t have a brass era T, I have been collecting and restoring antiques for 55 years and until recently, have not been able to find a good...

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Thu Jun 30, 2022 10:46 am
WANTED: CANADIAN/AUSTRALIAN? RHD GENERATOR MOUNTING BRACKET (BELT DRIVE GEN.)

Last post by Woody23 « Thu Jun 30, 2022 7:17 am
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by Stephen1915 » Mon Apr 04, 2022 6:32 pm

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Howdy guys,

I’m in need of a RHD Canadian Generator and Mounting Bracket, OR THE AUSTRALIAN VERSION?? Of this setup (see attached photos) or any information on someone that may have, or know where to get these parts.

Thanks!

Call/Text: 314-287-1901

Email: stephensmail2001@gmail.com
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You’re right, I was not including the cam gear…so the issue with generator is it was wired wrong…

Thanks for the feedback. I put some arrows on the photo for a visual. Generator gear in green.

Cheers!

David

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Last post by Woody23
Thu Jun 30, 2022 7:17 am
Tire Tube Size

Last post by Craig Leach « Wed Jun 29, 2022 10:57 pm
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by soonerdg » Fri Jun 24, 2022 3:00 pm

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Hello All!

I'm brand new to the forum. This is my first post.

I have a 1925 Coupe that I inherited from my grandad. It has been in a barn for the last 20+ years and I'm working on getting it back in running condition.

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First thing to address is the tires. I've recently ordered the tires and tubes, however, the tubes that...

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Hear Hear George,
It never fails to amaze me the number of people that think model T's where lubed for life at the factory.
Craig.

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Last post by Craig Leach
Wed Jun 29, 2022 10:57 pm
No connections between steering column and carb or spark advance problem?

Last post by Mark Gregush « Wed Jun 29, 2022 10:56 pm
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by Dave_Kriegel » Mon Jun 27, 2022 8:15 am

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I have been working on Model T's for 20 years and still only know a little bit about these great cars This forum and the little black book have taught me a great deal ! I am fixing one that has no connecting control rods between the spark advance and carb control rods on the steering column There are no connecting pieces on either of the rods! It...

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The lower bracket is installed be for the spark lever at the bottom. It can be installed while everything is in the car. For the throttle, install that one that the link was posted to, or take off the pitman arm, unbolt and side the lower mounting bracket down and install the correct one. The column does not have to be removed.

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Wed Jun 29, 2022 10:56 pm
OT NEED HELP IDENTIFYING THIS TRUCK CHASSIS

Last post by Mark Gregush « Wed Jun 29, 2022 10:51 pm
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by Mark Chaffin » Wed Jun 29, 2022 1:59 am

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Would appreciate any help I can get identifying this early truck chassis. No markings present.

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Mark you might try post on the AACA page in the what is it section.

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Wed Jun 29, 2022 10:51 pm
1910 Steering issue question

Last post by JTT3 « Wed Jun 29, 2022 10:10 pm
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by Belliott3 » Tue Jun 28, 2022 12:37 pm

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I have a question for all the early T owners out there: was it a common problem for very early model T’s (1909,10,11) to have a small turning arc on right hand turns? My 1910 has an original front axle and I’m assuming correct original one piece spindles. Making left hand turns is no issue; in fact the left wheel goes pretty far left. But when...

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Congrats Bill on finding the correct spindle. The last 1921 pair I know of sold for north of $350.

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Last post by JTT3
Wed Jun 29, 2022 10:10 pm
Engine Knock

Last post by Apis Mellifera « Wed Jun 29, 2022 9:04 pm
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by Apis Mellifera » Mon Jun 27, 2022 3:51 pm

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After finally getting my '22 running well and building a Touring body so my wife and kids can all go for a ride, on the first trip around town, the engine suddenly started making a loud knocking sound while cruising in high gear on a flat road. The knock (banging more accurately) increases with load. At idle it gets more pronounced as the throttle...

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In case anyone is in a bind for reconditioned rods in the future, Snyder's will accept heavy rods as cores. In fact, they are taking my haggard, mismatched set and are sending a rebabbitted, matched set in return.

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Last post by Apis Mellifera
Wed Jun 29, 2022 9:04 pm
*NOTICE* - MTFCSD 2022 San Diego Endurance Run

Last post by NorthSouth « Wed Jun 29, 2022 4:19 pm

by NorthSouth » Wed Jun 29, 2022 4:19 pm

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MTFCSD 2022 San Diego Endurance Run , a 3 Day Event
All welcome. Speedster and Non-Speedster Classes.
Saturday, Oct. 15 - Monday, Oct 17.
Day 1: Lowlands Tour.
Day 2: The Main Event.
Day 3: Salton Sea Hangover Tour
The Palm Canyon Resort, Borrego Springs, CA. (805) 691-8086
Preferred rates available until July 8th. Group: MODEL T FORDS...

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Wed Jun 29, 2022 4:19 pm
Brake rods: What years?

Last post by TRDxB2 « Wed Jun 29, 2022 1:17 pm
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by Steve Jelf » Tue Jun 28, 2022 11:24 am

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I haven't found a reference explaining the different lengths of the bends, but I assume they're for different years.

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Both rods have the later forged ends. References disagree about the year those began. Both rods are 54¼ long.

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While there is a lot of documentation on suppliers, blueprints etc... I doubt if every variation of some parts were documented and if they were if that information has been found. If there is no specification for the length or angle of a bend then relying on physical examples might be an alternative. But how many examples would be needed and how...

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Last post by TRDxB2
Wed Jun 29, 2022 1:17 pm
Bye-bye flywheel

Last post by George Mills « Wed Jun 29, 2022 12:59 pm
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by Oldav8tor » Fri Jun 24, 2022 8:41 pm

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When a engine rebuilder starts a conversation saying I've never seen one this bad you know it isn't going to be good news. My '17 touring has 5400+ mostly trouble-free miles on it since August of 2019. The engine is strong and the transmission worked smoothly and ran quietly. Reverse was never as smooth as low but it did what I needed it to do....

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Jerry,

When everyone was doubling down about a dozen years ago on what was right and what wasn’t, the late Ralph Ricks and I had an idea. Collect up dozens and dozens of used bushes and pins, have them marked in such a way that further testing would keep them matched, and keep them blind, and then since I had access to 1) a mass spec analizer,...

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Last post by George Mills
Wed Jun 29, 2022 12:59 pm
Is Tulare swap meet no more?

Last post by NorthSouth « Wed Jun 29, 2022 12:57 pm
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by speedytinc » Tue Jun 28, 2022 3:48 pm

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I got a flyer in the mail saying the swap-o-rama was going to be discontinued. I presume the horseless carriage part will also not be.
It would be a real shame to lose this meet. The last one was supposedly sold out, but had a lot of holes in the swap grid. It was still a very good meet. Lots of good stuff. The threat of rain & recent rise in gas...

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The Tulare (formally the Bakersfield) Swap Meet has been moved from the Agri Center to the Tulare Fairgrounds. Our premier Brass Era/ PreWar swap meet is already booked from Thursday afternoon through Sunday morning, April 13 - 16, 2023.

PLEASE HELP SPREAD THE WORD .

We would like to have most 2023 vendors registered before the new year....

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Last post by NorthSouth
Wed Jun 29, 2022 12:57 pm
Holley G Carb. Rebuild

Last post by speedytinc « Wed Jun 29, 2022 12:55 pm
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by bnold5000 » Wed Jun 29, 2022 1:02 am

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My 1915 Touring Car is running rough at higher rpm after I’ve replaced all ignition components and I’ve decided to go through the carb. and make sure it is ok as I have never done this yet on this car and feel that some issue with it is probably the culprit.
I have discovered that instead of a needle and seat attached to the float that I instead...

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I run a G on our '14 - they have a reputation of being temperamental at best for float setting. The Ford Service Bulletins show a diagram & a special measuring tool to properly set the depth of the gas in the well corresponding to the pick-up tube. Corey Walker set mine up - runs flawlessly !

The beauty of this carb, is that its easy/possible...

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Last post by speedytinc
Wed Jun 29, 2022 12:55 pm
Crankshaft Counter Weights

Last post by TXGOAT2 « Wed Jun 29, 2022 10:59 am
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by tmodeldriver » Tue Jun 28, 2022 4:32 pm

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Yesterday I scored a set of counter weights at a price too good to pass up. So this is the first time I've actually given any thought to using them in a engine. I would be interested in the opinions of you guys who may have used them in the past. So tell me what you think, pros, cons, successes, failures, whatever. Thanks in advance. Bob

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A properly counterweighted crankshaft will allow a T engine to run much smoother and run at somewhat higher RPM without damage. More power will be available to move the car, and the driveline and the entire car will benefit from the marked reduction in vibration. Personally, I'd be inclined to install one of the new counterbalanced crankshafts,...

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Last post by TXGOAT2
Wed Jun 29, 2022 10:59 am
Wonderful Wisconsin Tour

Last post by babychadwick « Wed Jun 29, 2022 9:52 am
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by RodellJunior » Fri Mar 11, 2022 8:18 pm

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The Dairyland Tin Lizzies are excited to be hosting the Model T Ford Club of America national Wonderful Wisconsin Tour June 19-24, 2022.

Tour chairman Keith Gumbinger asked me to share some background information related to the tour, which I began to post on our Dairyland Tin Lizzies facebook page. I am sharing this information to give those...

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Made it over to a friends house in MS last night heading south. I stopped to help another new car owner with his 29 buick so I was delayed a few days. We camped and had a great time on the tour.

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Last post by babychadwick
Wed Jun 29, 2022 9:52 am
Nickel or not?

Last post by Allan « Wed Jun 29, 2022 8:10 am
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by Nate22huckster » Tue Jun 28, 2022 4:42 pm

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Making up a list of items that need to go to the plater and wasn’t sure about a few things. On my two project vehicles should the following items be nickel plated or painted?

1927 TT:
-ignition switch plate (oval style)
-windshield pivot slides
-windshield pivot clamp nuts
-outer door handle
-inner door handle

1927 Tudor:
-windshield pivot...

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Door sill plates are usually zinc. They were nut plated on our Canadian sourced cars.

Allan from down under.

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Last post by Allan
Wed Jun 29, 2022 8:10 am
Disc Wheel identity

Last post by Henry K. Lee « Wed Jun 29, 2022 6:50 am
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by Dennis Fleming » Tue Jun 28, 2022 4:52 pm

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What are these and are they adaptable to Model T ?
Looks like 6:00 x 20 tires

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Chevy's!!!!!! 20 1929's.

Hank

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Last post by Henry K. Lee
Wed Jun 29, 2022 6:50 am
Bill's Auto Works

Last post by jaybee47 « Tue Jun 28, 2022 10:02 pm
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by Pat Branigan Wisc » Sun May 29, 2022 7:56 pm

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Just a shout out to Bill for being so dependable and on time and courteous when he picked up a 1905 H Maxwell that I sold. The buyer arranged the shipping and I couldn't of been more happy with his service after meeting Bill. Thank you and safe travels!

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Bill is a very good guy, honest, dependable on time pick up and delivery, reasonable prices...I have had his help and would hire him again. Highly recommended.

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Tue Jun 28, 2022 10:02 pm
A view of yesterday

Last post by Bill Dizer « Tue Jun 28, 2022 8:08 pm
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by Dollisdad » Sun Jun 26, 2022 10:34 am

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Number 14 appears to be converted to a starter unit for the airplane behind it, using belts. I had seen the ww1 units that engage to the propeller but not a belt drive to the rear of the engine?

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Last post by Bill Dizer
Tue Jun 28, 2022 8:08 pm
Quirky steering source found!

Last post by BigBen « Tue Jun 28, 2022 8:01 pm
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by DanTreace » Tue Jun 28, 2022 1:55 pm

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On the '27 the steering has been a bit quirky at times. Have always checked the obvious pieces of the front end, steering gear, king pins, spindle bearings, air pressure in tires, spring hangers. etc. etc.

But garage time today, jacked up the chassis, and pulled the wheels for tour inspections and grease, and noticed the spring stack would...

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I’ve often wondered if the shorter springs could be made from a good longer spring if you didn’t have one. It could be cut to the needed shorter length and used. I’ve got pieces of springs from the remains of T trailers and thought about trying it. To me it seems like you could since the curve is already there. 🤔

We've done this as well. The...

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Tue Jun 28, 2022 8:01 pm
E timer

Last post by Don ellis « Tue Jun 28, 2022 3:23 pm
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by Don ellis » Sat Jun 25, 2022 2:34 pm

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Hey Mike, can I run a E timer with a 20 volt drill battery?

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Thanks Mike

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Tue Jun 28, 2022 3:23 pm
Don't get no better than this!

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by TWrenn » Tue Jun 28, 2022 3:13 pm

Today we rustled up another one of our picnic tours since Covid began. Started at member Arts house, on to the shore of Huron Park to eat, watch a snake swim and almost get caught by a Heron. Then off to the ice cream shop (thanks Mark for the treat!), then off we went on southward around a small village and a country tour working our way westward...

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Tue Jun 28, 2022 3:13 pm
Contest - Youth Explorer T-Shirt

Last post by Rich Eagle « Tue Jun 28, 2022 2:07 pm
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by KLTagert » Tue Jun 28, 2022 12:59 pm

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Artistic Youths needed.
We're looking for a great new T-Shirt for the Model T youth.
What better than one created by our own Youth Explorers.
Design must be T related of their own design (no adult help, photos, or internet images)
Enter as often as they want.
Deadline: design(s) must be received by 15 Sept 2022 (via email or mail).

A graphics...

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What a great idea. Youngsters have terrific ideas and many have wonderful art skills. I hope to see some samples of their work.
Rich

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Last post by Rich Eagle
Tue Jun 28, 2022 2:07 pm
foot pedal on floor

Last post by TRDxB2 « Tue Jun 28, 2022 12:34 pm
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by bnold5000 » Mon Jun 27, 2022 12:26 am

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There is a strange little foot pedal in the center of the floorboards just forward of the seat that is no longer hooked up to anything on my 1915 touring car. What was the purpose of the pedal?

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Take a look at the exhaust pipe towards the rear o see if you have something attached to it. May be that the spring from the pedal is gone

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Last post by TRDxB2
Tue Jun 28, 2022 12:34 pm
Picked up some “new” old lite reading. Evidently this was popular in 1907.

Last post by Rob « Tue Jun 28, 2022 8:38 am
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by Rob » Mon Jun 27, 2022 8:47 pm

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This must have been a good seller when published on 1907. There are many copies as low as three dollars on tbay.

I finally bought one. It was quick light fluff.

Not sure why it appealed…..

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The love interest, Miss Marian Standish:

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The plot (what there is),...

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Michael,
I have an old copy picked up on eBay. It’s been a good resource for production numbers. I also have Beverly Rae Kimes (RIP) book, “The Cars Henry Ford Built,” but have many issues with much of the early Ford history. That’s another topic for a potentially long and contentious thread…. :shock:

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Last post by Rob
Tue Jun 28, 2022 8:38 am
Any Lakewood Colorado T Member?

Last post by SurfCityGene « Tue Jun 28, 2022 1:14 am
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by SurfCityGene » Sun Jun 26, 2022 2:45 am

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Looking for a Model T member in or near Lakewood, Colorado. Please contact me by message or email gcarrother@aol.com
Thanks

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Thanks for the replies!!

This is an amazing group of people willing to help out others in our group who all love Model T Fords and More!

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Tue Jun 28, 2022 1:14 am
O.K. Boy, SMILE!

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by Dollisdad » Tue Jun 28, 2022 12:24 am

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Tue Jun 28, 2022 12:29 am
Ammeter Function

Last post by TRDxB2 « Mon Jun 27, 2022 10:55 pm
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by CatGuy » Thu Jun 23, 2022 12:54 pm

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Sorry to keep hounding on certain subjects..... I bought this car the last week of March. I haven't driven it very far or at night. It has a 6volt Optima battery (I think). I have never charged said battery. The Ammeter never ever shows a charge. Never. It will show a discharge if, and only if I turn the lights on. I've had many other generator...

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A Model T solenoid is a simple switch that opens and closes its contact points on a preset voltage. So if that's off and the points stay open the generator will work properly but nothing can get to the battery. A semiconductor (diode) type works a bit differently, more like a check valve for current (not voltage). Its function is to prevent...

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Mon Jun 27, 2022 10:55 pm
Your source for information on the Model T?

Last post by Steve Jelf « Mon Jun 27, 2022 9:42 pm
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by Been Here Before » Mon Jun 27, 2022 11:54 am

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Reading the questions and comments , I was wondering about the members source of information for operation of the Model and repair:\?

1. Books.
2. Internet.
3. Forum.
4. Other.

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Books
Forum
Some internet. There are some sites with good information, and there are some sites with a mixture of good information and foolish superstition.

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Last post by Steve Jelf
Mon Jun 27, 2022 9:42 pm
Radiator Apron

Last post by Wayne Sheldon « Mon Jun 27, 2022 7:17 pm
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by ModelTWoods » Mon Jun 27, 2022 1:13 pm

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I know the high radiator and shell first appeared in late 1923. What year or years used the narrow (thin) radiator apron below the high shell? I have a high shell that doesn't have tapered or flaired sides like the 26-27 shells have and it has the narrow apron rivited to the shell mounting flanges. Just wondering what year and car or truck or both?

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Ford did a lot of odd things from the various factories. Using up old stock, noting changes that never happened. Crossover times for some changes went on sometimes for more than six months!
Add in after-market and repairs? Some really odd things out there.

Generally speaking, the little ribbon size trim piece below the radiator shell was only...

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Last post by Wayne Sheldon
Mon Jun 27, 2022 7:17 pm
68th Long Beach Model T Club Swap Meet

Last post by Jeff Hood « Mon Jun 27, 2022 9:25 am
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by Jeff Hood » Fri May 27, 2022 5:46 pm

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Saturday July 16, 2022 from 7:00Am until it’s over. One of the oldest and best swap meets in the west. Tons of Model T, Model A, and pre-war Ford stuff. Open to all makes and models, automotive and hobby related items only. Long Beach City College Veterans Stadium, 5000 Lew Davis St. Long Beach, CA. $5 Admission, Free Parking. Spaces are 20ft wide...

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Only three weeks until the Long Beach Model T Club Swap Meet. 68 years and still going strong! Don't miss it, Saturday July 16, at Veteran's Stadium in Long Beach.

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Last post by Jeff Hood
Mon Jun 27, 2022 9:25 am
Steering Shaft 1926

Last post by Mark Nunn « Mon Jun 27, 2022 8:51 am
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by Kennyg26 » Thu Jun 23, 2022 10:49 am

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Hello Group. Can someone please tell me if there is a difference between the steering shafts on a 1926/27 and previous years? I have a pre-1926 column assy. (round flange) and want to know if I purchase the correct version (square flange) and correct mounting bracket to frame, will the steering shaft work, or there a different one needed for the...

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This is a 5:1 that was in my '26. Note the flat side.

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And it's good to hear from you Dave. Don't be a stranger.

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Last post by Mark Nunn
Mon Jun 27, 2022 8:51 am
Passing of Patty Lang

Last post by D Stroud « Mon Jun 27, 2022 5:19 am
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by Ashley » Mon May 09, 2022 3:46 pm

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I wanted to post the passing of Patty Lang. The other half of the founding of Lang's Old Car Parts. The business woman who was a power house behind our family business and at the heart of who Lang's Old Car Parts is. 40 years ago her and Don started this company and we want to thank everyone who has supported her and us and let us be part of their...

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I've been away from the Forum for a while due to some life issues and just saw this. I'm so sorry to hear this. We lost our oldest daughter at age 36 to brain cancer five years ago, I know of no words that can ease the pain of losing a loved one. Dave

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Last post by D Stroud
Mon Jun 27, 2022 5:19 am
Which is better plug

Last post by Craig Leach « Mon Jun 27, 2022 1:06 am
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by Emeraude » Sun Jun 26, 2022 12:15 am

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I am going to buy a new set of plugs for my 21 that has a surging problem. I,m not sure if the plugs are the problem but where they look old and rusty I plan to replace. Lang’s champion 25 at$14.50 and motorcraft at $4.50
Should I go with champion and is it worth the extra money?

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Last post by Craig Leach
Mon Jun 27, 2022 1:06 am
Any one seen this?

Last post by Craig Leach « Sun Jun 26, 2022 9:25 pm
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by Dan Hatch » Sun Jun 26, 2022 2:59 pm

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Found a pair of these in some stuff I have had for years. Anyone know the story on them? Yes, I know they are rear end thrust bearings, but who made them? Fit a T rear end. Not sure about thickness yet. Thanks Dan
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Dan,
Very neat after market part the fact that so many people thought they had a better idea than Henry did is why we can walk into a auto parts store and buy parts for our modern cars & trucks at a price we can almost afford ( no pun intended )
Craig.

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Last post by Craig Leach
Sun Jun 26, 2022 9:25 pm
Lower Firewall '26-"27

Last post by Professor Fate « Sun Jun 26, 2022 8:39 pm
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by Professor Fate » Fri Jun 24, 2022 11:55 pm

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Anyone have the pattern/drawings for a lower firewall for a '26-'27?
I'd like to deflect some of that summer heat.

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Thanks all! Changes to be made this week.

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Last post by Professor Fate
Sun Jun 26, 2022 8:39 pm
Sometimes the news surprises. Even in 1905

Last post by TXGOAT2 « Sun Jun 26, 2022 7:33 pm
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by Rob » Sat Jun 25, 2022 8:42 pm

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I was looking for a few early Ford ads and articles in Newspapers.com, and came across this. A Ford Model A, with options, for sale in Detroit, January 15, 1905:

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The owner offers to take a trial spin (who would have thought going for a spin was already part of the automobile lexicon?). Additionally,...

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The early Franklins had a unique look from the front, and I'd guess they sounded like nothing else, too.

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Last post by TXGOAT2
Sun Jun 26, 2022 7:33 pm
Confirmation of TT Engine Casting Date

Last post by Steve Jelf « Sun Jun 26, 2022 4:50 pm
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by George House » Fri Jun 24, 2022 4:35 pm

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I just almost finished restoring my 3rd TT. I bought the chassis on a Bill of Sale and am now preparing to get a Title. The engine serial number is 10,955,119 and the old MTFCA encyclopedia states its a December 1924 engine from Highland Park. I understand that makes it a 1925 model. It has the ‘New and Improved’ engine/tranny style so I’m...

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...didn't they have the new next year's cars listed as of October 1st ???
Most years, no. The new Model T went on sale in October 1908 as a 1909 model, but in most years the new model year coincided with the fiscal year that began August 1. Bruce put all this in his encyclopedia.

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Last post by Steve Jelf
Sun Jun 26, 2022 4:50 pm
Headlight wiring

Last post by DanTreace « Sun Jun 26, 2022 4:32 pm
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by JoeG48 » Sun Jun 26, 2022 12:36 pm

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Where does the headlight wire from the back of the headlight bucket enter the car on a 1926-27 Model T since there is no hole in the hood shelf for this year?

Thanks Joe

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As Jeff wrote:

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Last post by DanTreace
Sun Jun 26, 2022 4:32 pm
Have you ever seen this, we have not

Last post by shadetree « Sun Jun 26, 2022 12:30 pm
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by FATMAN » Sun Jun 26, 2022 10:10 am

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Bill Devine and his wife were here yesterday looking around and he spotted these
door check straps with Firestone Logo, how cool is that, has anyone ever seen or known these were made? Bob

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Yes. Firestone. Used on some of the Model A body styles, in various lengths. 8 11/16 long would be 28-29 coupe and tudor models. Most were chocolate brown, but some may have been black. How are they for flexibility after so many years? I know Model A restorers that may be interested if for sale.
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Last post by shadetree
Sun Jun 26, 2022 12:30 pm
Oil Plug Thread Size

Last post by MWalker « Sun Jun 26, 2022 11:05 am
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by MWalker » Sat Jun 25, 2022 3:34 pm

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Who knows the thread size and thread count per inch for the oil drain plug in the crankcase and rear end? I need to buy a tap to chase the threads in a crankcase and am having trouble measuring the threads. Thanks.

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Thank you.

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Last post by MWalker
Sun Jun 26, 2022 11:05 am
Brass Top Model T Coil

Last post by bnold5000 « Sun Jun 26, 2022 9:59 am
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by bnold5000 » Sat Jun 25, 2022 12:32 pm

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Hello Everyone,
I am in the process of restoring my 1915 Model T Ford Touring car to original condition. It is my understanding that the correct ignition coils for this car are “brass top coils.”
Is this correct? And if so, does this mean that the metal plate on the top of the coil is made of brass? And if so, is that brass plate painted black or...

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really great info.!
Thanks for sharing!

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Last post by bnold5000
Sun Jun 26, 2022 9:59 am
Adding an external trunk to a Touring

Last post by jiminbartow « Sat Jun 25, 2022 11:01 pm
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by Acpracing » Wed Jun 22, 2022 7:33 pm

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I've searched the best I could, but couldn't find anything.

I'd like to add an external trunk - wicker/fabric/leather to my 1919 Touring. I'm sure I've seen some with them with a mounting bracket to the frame. Does anyone have photos of this? Any idea what I start looking for in terms of bracketry or even trunks? I see some suited to As but...

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Here is a photo for a 1916 touring. Jim Patrick

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Last post by jiminbartow
Sat Jun 25, 2022 11:01 pm
Gastank cap thread size - Please help

Last post by Allan « Sat Jun 25, 2022 8:48 pm
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by rainer » Sat Jun 25, 2022 11:20 am

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Hello.

I am working on an emergency gas-tank cap. In case that I am low on gas I want to use an air-pump to pressurize the tank a little bit.

Of course, I don't want to modify the original brass cap, and even a used one is too expensive because of shipping cost, so I got the idea to 3D print one, including the thread, in Nylon, with a little...

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The petrol tank cap is a fairly standard size and thread. A Fordson tractor cap fits, either the radiator cap or the fuel tank cap. A more ready source is the bung in a 200 litre fuel/chemical drum. Nowadays these are usually diecast, so any fitting to the bung would need to be bolt-in rather than welded/soldered.

Allan from down under.

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Sat Jun 25, 2022 8:48 pm
Hershey spaes

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by RichJ » Thu Jun 23, 2022 4:33 am

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Do any of you guy's have any spots that you are not going to be using?
Rich 561 262 o 3 9 3 call any time.

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Are you an AACA member? You need to be an AACA member to vend. Hershey Region website has all the info you'll need.
Terry I

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Sat Jun 25, 2022 4:02 pm
20 horsepower !

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by Rich P. Bingham » Thu Jun 23, 2022 12:22 pm

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Contemplating the relative power of a Model T.

The legendary 20 mule teams pulled ten ton loads of borax c. 1886-89. Could a single Model T have done that job ?

Comparatively, I've got a toy John Deere 3005. Its 3cyl. Yanmar diesel is rated at 27 hp. The ZTR lawn mower is rated at 22 hp. I have a feeling Lizzie more than equals their muscle but...

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Information on the 490 is scarce. 3.7 X 4 bore/stroke, overhead valve, HP variously given as from 20 to 27 HP. No figures for torque, compression, peak speeds.

I believe that the numbers for specs of a Ford T and Chevy 490 are:

Model t - 177 cu/in - 20 hp
Chevy 490 - 171 cu/in - 26 hp

Measured on a dynamometer originally designed for the...

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Sat Jun 25, 2022 10:06 am
***1915-1916 Firewall Question***

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by VowellArt » Wed Jun 22, 2022 7:34 am

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Ok, got a question on this drawing....you'll note that the radius 16 7/64 has no dimension from the datum plain to the distance from the center-line...also there is no dimension for the start point of 5 51/64 Radius, now if you continue that line it does intersect with the dimension line for the 11 63/64 R line. But without a start point, you're...

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I was able to post the full size drawing on Face Book and I posted it the groups I usually post to too. Long Beach, Model T Ford Club of FB, Southern Nevada, Southern Utah, Model T Enthusiast, and the MTFCI Face Book group.

I've also found the T factory number and the vendor part number too. And I also found the starting points of those radii...

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Fri Jun 24, 2022 8:36 pm
Tool question

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by George Mills » Fri Jun 10, 2022 6:49 pm

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As I’ve mentioned elsewhere, my 39 y/o son who lost interest at 16 has now awakened to the fun of a T when I took my grandson of 13 out and taught him how to drive the Hack. So the son decides that I’ll never hand crank the 15 in the stable again (true) and we might as well have an estate distribution now…with his promise to keep it always up to...

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Okay, thanks Dan and George........ Need quality hazmat suit, rubber boots , head mask and double rubber gloves and oxygen tank.

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Fri Jun 24, 2022 8:08 pm
Darel Leipold is 90 today. The 1910 is 112.

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by ModelT46 » Tue Jun 21, 2022 11:35 am

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I am 90 years old today. I was born in New Prague, Minnesota on this date in 1932. My father was the School Superintendent in Montgomery, where we lived. In 1932 we moved to Minneapolis and my father joined the local school system. When I was 6 he bought be a small two wheeled bike, which I still have. At the age of 14 I bought my 1910 Model T...

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That is awesome! Darel, from your picture you don't look a day past 60! I've got 25 years to go for that milestone, God willing. Hope you have a great day with family and T friends. :D

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Fri Jun 24, 2022 8:02 pm
How is this mounted?

Last post by Erik Johnson « Fri Jun 24, 2022 7:12 pm
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by SteveD » Fri Jun 24, 2022 6:39 pm

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Looking at the mount on this horn. Why does it have a recessed cup? Is it supposed to sit on a spring?

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You are missing the rest of the bracket assembly.

That particular set-up has an additional bracket that screws into the door sill. Then, you attach the horn to the permanent bracket on the sill with a single bolt and nut or wing nut.

It's designed that way to prevent theft. It allows you to easily detach the horn and take it with you, if so...

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Fri Jun 24, 2022 7:12 pm
Ruckstell left hand shifter

Last post by A Whiteman « Fri Jun 24, 2022 5:44 pm
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by bobt » Wed Jun 22, 2022 5:30 pm

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Hello. I'm moving my Ruckstell shift lever to the left with the kit available from the major vendors. Question. Where do the two collars with set screws go? Thanks, bobt

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Another rattle point?

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Fri Jun 24, 2022 5:44 pm
1910 sidelamp brackets

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by RGould1910 » Fri Jun 24, 2022 3:27 pm

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Were the sidelamp brackets used in 1910 brass plated or painted black? Here's what I found when I bead blasted paint off the brackets on my 1910. Brass plating over steel. Im wondering if I should shine them up or repaint them. Don't know if these are original. I suspect not. For sure the black paint was applied when the car was restored from...

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Thank you fellas!

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Fri Jun 24, 2022 5:40 pm
Resurrecting a rare carburetor

Last post by kelly mt « Fri Jun 24, 2022 10:48 am
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by Scott_Conger » Thu Jun 23, 2022 2:18 pm

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Zenith U-5 missing parts, begins its journey from the scrap pile to the race car...

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Very nice work.

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Fri Jun 24, 2022 10:48 am
Running Boards

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by Original Smith » Tue Jun 14, 2022 3:32 pm

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Russ Furstnow and I are working on running boards for all years. If you have a car with KNOWN factory running boards, please submit a photo and the year to Russ. Thank you in advance!

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A shame? Canada's not so bad, just don't feed the meese.

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Fri Jun 24, 2022 10:29 am
Help identify non Model T Ford part

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by FATMAN » Wed Jun 22, 2022 1:00 pm

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Digging through my shed looking for a 26-7 brake pedal I ran across this, looks like steering to me might be transmission, any help appreciated, Bob

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Any ideas of what make this is? Bob

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Fri Jun 24, 2022 9:24 am
A productive day at Mike Bender's shop

Last post by Alan Long « Fri Jun 24, 2022 2:12 am
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by NealW » Thu Jun 23, 2022 8:49 am

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Mike Bender rebuilt the engine and rear axle of our 15 runabout when I restored it three years ago. I am currently restoring an 11 touring, but this time I am also doing the engine and axle rebuilding. The block required some brazed repairs, which properly done, result in all the babbitt being melted. So yesterday I spent a long but productive day...

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Visiting Mike from Australia is too difficult but I enjoy and learnt a heap watching his U Tube videos.
A great guy and tradesman!
Alan In Western Australia

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Fri Jun 24, 2022 2:12 am
DIY Compression Tester

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by Been Here Before » Thu Jun 23, 2022 7:02 pm

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Thu Jun 23, 2022 7:02 pm
Yankee Ingenui'T's 40th Birthday Party - You are invited!

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by Model-T&A » Sun Jun 05, 2022 10:49 am

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The Yankee Ingenui'T's located in Townsend, Massachusetts will be celebrating their 40th Birthday with a parade, car show, and birthday cake on June 25, 2022 in Townsend, MA. All are invited to attend and participate, we hope you will join us.

For more information please email us at townsendmodelts@gmail.com (don't forget to check your spam...

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Hope to meet and see some of the other chapter Past Presidents this Saturday. George

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Thu Jun 23, 2022 1:39 pm
Stevens mystery tool

Last post by GG Gregory « Thu Jun 23, 2022 11:54 am
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by GG Gregory » Wed Jun 22, 2022 7:06 pm

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Any idea what this tool is ? It has a cutting tool attached, something like a lathe cutting bit. May not be T era.

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Kim, would’ve never thought of that !

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Thu Jun 23, 2022 11:54 am
Rear Axel Truss Accessory help

Last post by TRDxB2 « Thu Jun 23, 2022 10:42 am
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by aajf » Wed Jun 22, 2022 8:23 pm

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Hello All,

Have any of you installed the truss accessory for the rear axel that John Stoltz at the Model T Ranch sells?? If so will this fit directly onto a stock 1909 6 rivet rear end??? If not then does anyone sell one that fits directly on a 6 rivet rear end?? Attached is the pic from John's website. Any help appreciated. Thanks, Andrew

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This picture is not the Model T Ranch product but another showing it mounted.

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Thu Jun 23, 2022 10:42 am
Keeping the shiny side up- Woops!

Last post by Original Smith « Thu Jun 23, 2022 10:25 am
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by Dollisdad » Wed Jun 22, 2022 7:43 pm

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Did anyone notice the 14 with the 13 windshield?

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Thu Jun 23, 2022 10:25 am
115 years ago today, Ford Motor Company set their first stock automobile world record.

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by Rob » Wed Jun 22, 2022 9:32 pm

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On June 21, 1907, Ford Motor Company entered three cars in a 24 hour race at the Michigan State Fairgrounds. A total of ten cars entered, with the race beginning at 10:00 pm on the longest day of the year (June 21). At this time, Ford Motor Company was the largest automaker in the world, and produced more 4 cylinder, and 6 cylinder cars than any...

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Ford quickly capitalized on the record win with a publication of their own. Fortunately, several of these pamphlets describing the race exist today. Click on the link below to hear our own Bob Coiro narrate part of the Ford Motor Co. advertising pamphlet describing the 24 hour victory:

Below, copy of the front cover of the pamphlet:...

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Thu Jun 23, 2022 8:57 am
Anybody ever add a luggage rack?

Last post by Steve Jelf « Wed Jun 22, 2022 11:40 pm
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by Oldav8tor » Sat Feb 19, 2022 11:05 am

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I have a '17 touring and often on tour end up offering my back seat to other Model T'ers for one reason or another. Has anyone ever built a removable rear luggage platform or luggage box for a touring of '16-'23 vintage? If so, any info and photos would be appreciated. I'd like to be able to strap some lawn chairs, etc. to it but then take it off...

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In 1929 my mom, her sister, brother, and sister-in-law drove out to New Mexico and Arizona in this Chebby. In those days such a trip was a big adventure, and they talked about it the rest of their lives.

Often the trunk was an actual trunk, set on supports bolted to the frame.

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Wed Jun 22, 2022 11:40 pm
Wagon Works Depot Hack Plans

Last post by DHort « Wed Jun 22, 2022 11:09 pm
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by Harry Lillo » Sat Jun 18, 2022 10:06 pm

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Does anyone here know if Wagon Works still exist and do they sell Depot Hack plans?
I believe the company was once called Hudson Wagon Works but changed owners and shortened it to Wagon Works.
I have a good friend who wants to build a depot hack and was looking at mine for ideas.
A set of plans would help him considerably.
I checked through some...

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Jim,

This was dated 2008.
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Wed Jun 22, 2022 11:09 pm
COIL BOX

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by Professor Fate » Tue Jun 21, 2022 7:29 pm

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How bad is this?
Wood is cracked and deteriorated. Car runs good for 5 seconds then skips and does not recover.
Asking for a friend.....

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The ignition system consists of a number of parts and assemblies. All of the parts and assemblies must be in good working order for the system to work properly and consistently deliver a good spark to each cylinder at the proper time, every time. The ignition system is somewhat like a chain. It will only function as well as the weakest link.

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Wed Jun 22, 2022 7:57 pm
The two Fords

Last post by marctee « Wed Jun 22, 2022 7:40 pm
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by Dollisdad » Tue Jun 21, 2022 11:41 pm

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GREAT pics !!! Is it just me or Model Ts pictures are just amazing ? I think NO other car shows old times more than a T.

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Wed Jun 22, 2022 7:40 pm
Running with out idiot lights.

Last post by speedytinc « Wed Jun 22, 2022 6:57 pm
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by Been Here Before » Tue Jun 21, 2022 9:22 am

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The question RUNNING W/O AMMETER? got me thinking.

I realize that the forum is comprised of old and new owners of a Model T Ford. And the purpose of the forum is to share information and experiences. To help answer questions that are the results of observations and operating problems.

The Model T as designed is a basic vehicle. Originally it...

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Useless idiot lights all get the same treatment here.

>BLACK ELECTRICAL TAPE <

If f the car's running fine, and you can't see the light (s) on, it doesn't matter.

............... until the battery gets low enough to sputter & stop running.

Lets hear it for a strong functional magneto. :D

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Wed Jun 22, 2022 6:57 pm
Low Speed Whine

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by clayyalc » Wed Jun 22, 2022 5:14 pm

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We're getting a whine out of the transmission when depressing the low speed pedal. High speed and reverse do not produce this noise.

Any ideas on what the source of this may be and necessary fix?

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Your second post implies the noise has changed for the worse.

Its the tripple gears. Check the slop in the bushings. Pull the transmission access cover & wiggle the gears one @ a time with a large screwdriver. Check teeth condition visually. If your inspections dont show glaring wear/looseness, this noise level may be normal.
Do make sure you...

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