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Hello everyone, I’m new here and really glad to be part of the Model T family. I’ve been looking into getting a 1914 Model T and would appreciate any advice or tips on what to look out for when buying one. things like common issues, parts to check or anything specific to that year. Thanks in advance for helping a newcomer get started

This might be helpful.

https://dauntlessgeezer.com/DG98.html

Ask around your area if there's any T clubs, there'll be more info and advice than you'll ever think possible, maybe even care!

You can google search a lot of your questions followed by MTFCA which will take you to a plethera of past postings on the subject matter you're looking into.

There's so much to talk and advise about, that will make this thread 3 miles long actually! Best to connect up to a person who's "been there done that" sort of thing if you come across a car to look at physically.

Here's a link to a nice '14 Touring that's probly not that far from you. Check it out. Owner's a long time T owner, won't lead ya astray.

https://mtfca.com/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=38324

Best to connect up to a person who's "been there done that" ...

Yes, it's best to have an experienced Model T guy go with you and check it out. Many times the person selling the car is clueless or nearly so.

Ed, welcome to the forum!

You did not say whether you already own a classic car. If you do then you know that local garages and dealerships are most unlikely to be able to fix problems and you have to become your own mechanic.

Under "Home < Board index < MTFCA Forums" you'll see a category called "Classifieds - Vehicles".

Edison, I live in Grand Forks, ND just north of you. I have two 1914 Tourings and just starting the restoration of a 1913. Contact me anytime, happy to help you any way I can. There is another very experienced Model T guy in Moorhead, MN across the river from you. He also has a 1914. I can connect you with him as well. There is a lot of good information on the internet and in the Model T publications regarding the 1914 T to get you started. Welcome to the Club!

Get and read the Model t Ford service manual. Other publications explaining how a Model T and runs are avaliable from the T parts suppliers and the MTFCA. Study and read so you can become your own T mechanic as best you can. Remember T’s don’t have real brakes and driving them is a little different than your modern vehicles.
T’s are different from what modern mechanics are use to and that’s why you should learn to diagnose issues from reading the forum and joint a T club can be very beneficial.