What have you done to/with your Model T in October?

Post by **varmint** » Mon Oct 06, 2025 12:37 pm

Filled tires to 34psi.
Changed the oil.
Cleaned the lower drain cock connections and put blue thread locker on the threads to cure a leak.
Achieved speeds over 20mph for 1st time.

Post by **TXGOAT2** » Mon Oct 06, 2025 1:11 pm

A '25 coupe ought to do 35 to 40 MPH on level ground with no trouble. (Or more)
That assumes all 4 cylinders are operating on a good fuel/air mix, that timing is correct for the situation of the moment, and that brakes and bands are not dragging. If you have "balloon tires", 28 PSI is plenty.

Post by **TXGOAT2** » Mon Oct 06, 2025 1:14 pm

Too much oil in the crankcase will sap power. 1 gallon is usually too much on a refill. For a refill, 3 to 31/2 quarts ought to get the oil level up to the upper cock with the car sitting on level ground. According to Ford, "best results will be obtained with the oil level halfway between the upper and lower cock".

Post by **Humblej** » Mon Oct 06, 2025 1:17 pm

Took advantage of the summer like weather here in northern Michigan to sandblast and paint 26-27 Ford accessory rear bumper brackets.

Post by **varmint** » Fri Oct 10, 2025 1:27 am

Lowered the tire pressure.
Drove 5 miles.
Watched it boil either from timing, lean carb or our poverty radiator or all three.
Learned several ways how to stop the thing. Have not tried the parking brake yet to stop it.
Tried driving with windshield open.
Choke wire came loose from rod. Fixed it.
Cronked horn at waving people.

bobt · Post by **bobt** » Fri Oct 10, 2025 6:13 am

I suggest NOT using the parking brake to stop unless in an emergency. bobt

Post by **VowellArt** » Fri Oct 10, 2025 6:52 am

I finished rebuilding my rear axle, now to stuff it back under the car before Hallows

Kids (and some grownups too) like to sit inside with "Mr. Boneypants" and let either their parents or friends take their picture.

Post by **CudaMan** » Fri Oct 10, 2025 8:26 am

Did the fall oil change on my '24. Soon I'll be removing my warm weather air filter and installing the factory hot air duct to the carb.

Post by **varmint** » Fri Oct 10, 2025 10:39 am

I hear you Bob, but are you also suggesting that I not even test (for some unknown reason to me) it to see if it will stop the car?

Post by **KWTownsend** » Fri Oct 10, 2025 11:17 am

I had replaced the starting crank bushing on my 1915 a few years ago, but it creeps forward and has to be tapped back into place.

I pulled it most of the way out and added a Dutch knurl to it. I'll mix up a little JB weld to the outside of the bushing before pulling it back in.

: ^ )

Keith

Norman Kling · Post by **Norman Kling** » Sat Oct 11, 2025 4:39 pm

I tried to start my 22 Runabout. It didn't start. I choked it and choked it and should had gas dripping out of the carburetor, but none. Then I checked the fuel level. The stick went all the way to the bottom of the tank. No gas at all. I only open that garage about once a month when I drive one of the cars to the museum for a couple hours. Last time I was out any longer was July 4 when I went to a parade. So didn't smell any gas or see any on the floor. So now I need to put some gas in it and check for leaks. I have 2 T's that run, and took the other one last time I had one out. The reason I tried to start it today, is that I sold one of my 3 T's and wanted to get it out so it could go to it's new home.The garage is detached from the house. So at least if It caught on fire, the house would not burn, but I would lose all my T's.
Norm

mikefr24 · Post by **mikefr24** » Sun Oct 12, 2025 8:00 am

Fixed a leaking radiator.
Replaced the hand crank bushing. I made a puller to get it out.
Replaced a leaking gasoline sediment bowl and replaced all the gas line.

Next up - remove rear axle and rebuild it.

Post by **MotoBrew** » Mon Oct 13, 2025 7:57 am

Re-adjusted the shape of the carb throttle rod (pull rod) to get full quadrant and carb throttle range. Wasn't getting the carb throttle more than 3/4 of WOT before and was completely closed with about 5°left on the quadrant. I am sure it will be picking up at least 1/2 HP from the adjustment...I better hold on!

Sorry all it has a dizzy.....for now. Checked the condition of the cap, rotor and points, re-adjusted the points to 0.017". I do have the original timer setup and seven coils in questionable condition. So am considering converting it back once I have gone through all the running gear to make it a good driver.

This winters plan is all about running gear, (replaced the front wheel bearings already and checked wear on front end parts). My plan is to go through (rebuild) the rear axle, drive shaft and add Rocky Mountain brakes. Basically make it safe, reliable and drivable so I can drive it more, just as my Grandfather would want me too.

Cheers from NH.

Post by **varmint** » Mon Oct 13, 2025 8:24 am

Welcome to the club Steve!

Got my first free start on Saturday. I leave it parked in high gear and glad I put it in neutral first, before switching to Battery.
In process of replacing gasket on sediment bowl.
Opened it up on an empty highway but don't know if it made 40 or not.

Post by **Humblej** » Mon Oct 13, 2025 11:02 am

Installed the rear bumpers on my 26 coupe. The Ford bumpers are a real quality product, the bumper bracket holes lined right up with the preexisting holes in the frame. I thought the bumpers sticking so far out would block access to the trunk but there is plenty of room to stand between the bumpers and the body. It is a well thought out design. If I ever do it again though I will be sure to clean the soot off the right rear axle first.

Post by **tmagill** » Mon Oct 13, 2025 2:50 pm

Humbled, l love that color green on your coupe. If you don’t mind could you tell me what color or formula it is in case l ever get around to painting my 26 coupe. Thanks Tim

Post by **tmagill** » Mon Oct 13, 2025 2:51 pm

Humblej stupid spellcheck.

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