WTB - 1918 Speedometer

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WTB - 1918 Speedometer

Post by JR Ewing » Thu Dec 07, 2023 8:57 am

Hello,
I am looking for a speedometer for my 1918 Roadster. I have the everything except for the actual speedometer.

Thanks for the help.

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Re: WTB - 1918 Speedometer

Post by TRDxB2 » Thu Dec 07, 2023 1:05 pm

do you care what model it is?
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Re: WTB - 1918 Speedometer

Post by Larry » Thu Dec 07, 2023 1:24 pm

If I’m remembering correctly, that would be a model, 102.
If so, I have the one pictured below I would sell. It is original and unrestored with the mounting plate and knob.
I would take$100 for it if you’re interested.
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I also have a restored one I purchased years ago for my 1918 and will probably not finish the car. It is complete with the drive assembly cable and gear. I would sell that if you’re interested, but would not want to split it up. I would want to sell the whole set up.


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Re: WTB - 1918 Speedometer

Post by JR Ewing » Thu Dec 07, 2023 5:23 pm

Thanks Larry,
Let me think about that. I’m trying to figure out how it mounts to the firewall and if the cable enters the speedometer straight or at an angle. Looks like the one you have is missing the angled adapter right?


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Re: WTB - 1918 Speedometer

Post by JR Ewing » Thu Dec 07, 2023 5:24 pm

TRDxB2 wrote:
Thu Dec 07, 2023 1:05 pm
do you care what model it is?
Not necessarily but would prefer it to look somewhat correct.

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Re: WTB - 1918 Speedometer

Post by TRDxB2 » Thu Dec 07, 2023 6:08 pm

JR Ewing wrote:
Thu Dec 07, 2023 5:24 pm
TRDxB2 wrote:
Thu Dec 07, 2023 1:05 pm
do you care what model it is?
Not necessarily but would prefer it to look somewhat correct.
You need to make sure it works with the other parts & wheels you have., no assumptions with a 100 year old Model T.
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Re: WTB - 1918 Speedometer

Post by RajoRacer » Thu Dec 07, 2023 6:34 pm

One needs the elbow for the cable to join up !


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Re: WTB - 1918 Speedometer

Post by Larry » Thu Dec 07, 2023 7:05 pm

JR Ewing wrote:
Thu Dec 07, 2023 5:23 pm
Thanks Larry,
Let me think about that. I’m trying to figure out how it mounts to the firewall and if the cable enters the speedometer straight or at an angle. Looks like the one you have is missing the angled adapter right?
I have the elbow for it. Not sure about the internal part of that elbow though. I will check that tomorrow.


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Re: WTB - 1918 Speedometer

Post by JR Ewing » Thu Dec 07, 2023 11:06 pm

TRDxB2 wrote:
Thu Dec 07, 2023 6:08 pm
JR Ewing wrote:
Thu Dec 07, 2023 5:24 pm
TRDxB2 wrote:
Thu Dec 07, 2023 1:05 pm
do you care what model it is?
Not necessarily but would prefer it to look somewhat correct.
You need to make sure it works with the other parts & wheels you have., no assumptions with a 100 year old Model T.

The car came with what appears to be everything but the speedometer.
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Re: WTB - 1918 Speedometer

Post by JR Ewing » Sat Dec 09, 2023 9:48 am

I also need the threaded cap that fits the swivel. See picture…

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Re: WTB - 1918 Speedometer

Post by JR Ewing » Mon Dec 11, 2023 8:33 pm

I’m still looking for a speedometer for my 1918 Roadster, or something close to 1918. As long as it’s firewall mounted. Thanks.


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Re: WTB - 1918 Speedometer

Post by Larry » Tue Dec 12, 2023 7:42 pm

Joshua, You may want to message User name (Russ Furstnow)
He is probably the most knowledgeable speedometer person on here. He could tell you if what you have is correct for 1918 and what speedometer head would go with it. He may actually have what you’re looking for.
Attached is a photo of the set up I purchased for my 1918.
I would be willing to sell the complete set up if this is what you are looking for but I would check with Russ first.
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Re: WTB - 1918 Speedometer

Post by JR Ewing » Tue Dec 12, 2023 9:49 pm

Hi Larry,
The speedometer in that setup you have would work but probably more than I’d wanna pay for the complete set. All the speedometers I’m finding have the angled adapter at the bottom, which I don’t believe will work for a firewall mounted speedometer. Maybe I’m wrong but I thought the cable should attach to the speedometer straight and not at an angle. I’ve been trying to find a picture to confirm this but I haven’t been able to find anything. I did send Russ a PM earlier today.

Thanks for the help!


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Re: WTB - 1918 Speedometer

Post by Erik Johnson » Wed Dec 13, 2023 9:43 am

Stewart speedometers mounted on a on a steel or wood Stewart instrument panel are recessed into the panel, have a deep mounting bracket on the underside of the instrunment panel, and an elbow where the chain housing (cable housing) is secured.

Firewall mounted Stewart speedometers use a shallow, surface mount bracket, there is no elbow on the speedometer and the chain and chain housing are shorter than what is utilized on an instrument panel mounted speedometer.

With that being said, Larry Gresh's first photo shows a speedometer that was originally mounted to an instrument panel as evidenced by the deep bracket and the bevel gear for the elbow.

Larry's second photos shows the correct set-up for a firewall mounted speedometer.

If you are a stickler, you should get the Stewart speedometer with the correct letter on its face which corresponds to production date.

Here is some info on Stewart instrument boards:

https://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/1 ... 83237.html


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Re: WTB - 1918 Speedometer

Post by Sarikatime » Wed Dec 13, 2023 12:30 pm

Russ Furstnow would be your best source for the right parts.
Call him at 1-928-699-2376


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Re: WTB - 1918 Speedometer

Post by JR Ewing » Wed Dec 13, 2023 2:19 pm

Erik Johnson wrote:
Wed Dec 13, 2023 9:43 am
Stewart speedometers mounted on a on a steel or wood Stewart instrument panel are recessed into the panel, have a deep mounting bracket on the underside of the instrunment panel, and an elbow where the chain housing (cable housing) is secured.

Firewall mounted Stewart speedometers use a shallow, surface mount bracket, there is no elbow on the speedometer and the chain and chain housing are shorter than what is utilized on an instrument panel mounted speedometer.

With that being said, Larry Gresh's first photo shows a speedometer that was originally mounted to an instrument panel as evidenced by the deep bracket and the bevel gear for the elbow.

Larry's second photos shows the correct set-up for a firewall mounted speedometer.

If you are a stickler, you should get the Stewart speedometer with the correct letter on its face which corresponds to production date.

Here is some info on Stewart instrument boards:

https://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/1 ... 83237.html
Thanks Erik,
This is the info I was trying to confirm. I appreciate the help.


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Re: WTB - 1918 Speedometer

Post by JR Ewing » Wed Dec 13, 2023 2:21 pm

Sarikatime wrote:
Wed Dec 13, 2023 12:30 pm
Russ Furstnow would be your best source for the right parts.
Call him at 1-928-699-2376
I spoke with Russ this morning. He confirmed what the proper speedometer is for firewall mount. I may buy one from him, but a restored one might look a little odd in my crusty T so I would still like to find a good used one if anyone has one.

Thanks for all the help.


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Re: WTB - 1918 Speedometer

Post by JR Ewing » Tue Dec 19, 2023 4:13 pm

I’m still looking for a speedometer. Thanks!

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