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Re: My 1927 Model T Coupe Restoration

Post by BLB27 » Sun Mar 05, 2023 10:08 pm

Engine splash panels installed.
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Re: My 1927 Model T Coupe Restoration

Post by BLB27 » Tue Mar 07, 2023 10:19 pm

Getting the fenders on, if I can get my grandson to work!!! He decided to help so here is the result!!
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Re: My 1927 Model T Coupe Restoration

Post by BLB27 » Wed Mar 08, 2023 9:14 pm

Just some more pics of progress in the restoration.
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Re: My 1927 Model T Coupe Restoration

Post by John kuehn » Wed Mar 08, 2023 9:31 pm

Really nice! Be sure after you install the radiator and coil box to try to start the engine and get any bugs or etc taken care of. It’s a lot easier to get it all tuned up with the fenders off the car and everthing is easy to get to. Keep up the great work.


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Re: My 1927 Model T Coupe Restoration

Post by BLB27 » Tue Mar 21, 2023 8:51 pm

Got the fenders installed.
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Re: My 1927 Model T Coupe Restoration

Post by BLB27 » Tue Mar 21, 2023 8:58 pm

Got the fenders on.
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Re: My 1927 Model T Coupe Restoration

Post by BLB27 » Tue Mar 21, 2023 9:10 pm

Sorry about the duplication!!!


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Re: My 1927 Model T Coupe Restoration

Post by BLB27 » Fri Mar 24, 2023 10:26 pm

Radiator on. Hood comes next.
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Re: My 1927 Model T Coupe Restoration

Post by BLB27 » Mon Mar 27, 2023 10:15 pm

Coils installed.
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Re: My 1927 Model T Coupe Restoration

Post by BLB27 » Mon Mar 27, 2023 10:28 pm

Nine coils came with the T when I purchased it in 1954. Eight of the coils tested OK for restoration. I had the "Coil Man" restore five and the other three will be kept for future restoration if needed.
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Re: My 1927 Model T Coupe Restoration

Post by BLB27 » Sat Apr 01, 2023 12:03 pm

Switch Restored.
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Re: My 1927 Model T Coupe Restoration

Post by BLB27 » Sat Apr 01, 2023 10:22 pm

Hooked up the wiring today.
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Re: My 1927 Model T Coupe Restoration

Post by BLB27 » Sat Apr 15, 2023 10:31 pm

New Day Timer, grandson hooking up timing wires to coil box, and the license plate found at the Iowa State Fair.
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Re: My 1927 Model T Coupe Restoration

Post by BLB27 » Sat Apr 15, 2023 10:51 pm

Timing wires hooked up, radiator on and hoses attached, and grandson putting oil and anti-freeze in.
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Re: My 1927 Model T Coupe Restoration

Post by Scott_Conger » Sat Apr 15, 2023 11:10 pm

...fan belt?
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Re: My 1927 Model T Coupe Restoration

Post by Jerry VanOoteghem » Sun Apr 16, 2023 8:01 am

On the coilbox, you may want to swing your #1 & #4 sparkplug wire terminals away from the coilbox mounting arms.

This is getting exciting!


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Re: My 1927 Model T Coupe Restoration

Post by BLB27 » Tue Apr 18, 2023 9:56 pm

Just a photo of the horn that came with the T when I got it in 1954. I have been told it is not a Ford T horn, but I like the sound.
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Re: My 1927 Model T Coupe Restoration

Post by JTT3 » Tue Apr 18, 2023 10:31 pm

I would strongly encourage you to put a fuse in the positive line going to the switch.


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Re: My 1927 Model T Coupe Restoration

Post by BLB27 » Sat Jun 03, 2023 8:48 pm

Seat cushion upholstery photos.
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Re: My 1927 Model T Coupe Restoration

Post by BLB27 » Sat Jun 03, 2023 9:23 pm

Seat back upholstery photos.
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Re: My 1927 Model T Coupe Restoration

Post by BLB27 » Sat Jun 03, 2023 9:31 pm

Seat back upholstery photos. The corner in the last photo is not finished.
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Re: My 1927 Model T Coupe Restoration

Post by BLB27 » Tue Jun 20, 2023 9:59 pm

Some photos to update the restoration. Carb heat pipe and engine.
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Re: My 1927 Model T Coupe Restoration

Post by BLB27 » Tue Jun 20, 2023 10:04 pm

Fuse install and interior views.
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Re: My 1927 Model T Coupe Restoration

Post by BLB27 » Tue Jun 20, 2023 10:22 pm

Some more views.
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Re: My 1927 Model T Coupe Restoration

Post by BLB27 » Tue Jun 20, 2023 10:28 pm

Two more showing the "rear end"!
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Re: My 1927 Model T Coupe Restoration

Post by Distagon2 » Wed Jun 21, 2023 10:44 pm

It's looking like a car! Looking fabulous, it reminds me of when I restored my 26 Coupe back in 1980-81. Mine needs refreshing after 42 years.
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