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GeneraTor question

Post by Bryant » Thu Dec 25, 2025 9:20 pm

Looking to familiarize myself with the Model T generator. Picked this one up off the classifieds and was wondering what the piece sticking out the back is used for. Looks like a quick way to add a ground but I am guessing.
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iam sure someone will know on here.
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Re: GeneraTor question

Post by Scott_Conger » Thu Dec 25, 2025 9:31 pm

it is a failed spring in the oiler. It used to make the oiler spring shut. Now all it does is risk poking a hole in your finger.
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Re: GeneraTor question

Post by Bryant » Thu Dec 25, 2025 9:35 pm

Haha
It all becomes clear! I kept looking at pictures but noticed some had them and some didn’t. Was this an improved design? Or the opposite

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Re: GeneraTor question

Post by Line_Noise » Thu Dec 25, 2025 10:04 pm

When generators are rebuilt, standard practice is to fit modern sealed bearings and the oiler is no longer necessary, A set screw can be used to plug the hole, or the oiler can be retained for looks.
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Re: GeneraTor question

Post by Bryant » Thu Dec 25, 2025 10:12 pm

I had a feeling and This makes sense. I see vendors sell them listed for all years.
Thanks all for the help
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