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41panelmark 03-19-2016 01:17 PM

Parts supplier question
 

I spend a lot of time in the early v/8 forum and have not had much to do with T's since 08 but now I ended up with a 18 roadster pickup and will need parts.

In the past I have used Mac's but have stayed away since the shipping costs have gotten out of control.

Here is my question to all of you. What is a good alternative source similar to Mac's that also has good shipping, service, etc.?

thanks in advance.

J Sims 03-19-2016 01:23 PM

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Most guys would recommend Langs or Snyders

Royce P 03-19-2016 01:28 PM

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I alternate between Langs and Chaffins. They have both been exceptionally good to deal with. Mac's not so much.......

41panelmark 03-19-2016 03:00 PM

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Thank you guys. Anybody have good photos of the interior for an 18 roadster pickup, especially the dash?

Steve Jelf 03-22-2016 07:50 AM

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Ford never produced a 1918 roadster pickup. But they did produce a lot of roadsters, and it was an easy thing for folks to remove the trunk and install a home-made or aftermarket bed. That doesn't make any difference in the interior.

I would also ask on the MTFCA forum. It's very active and you may find somebody there with a 1918. I think the interior would be the same in a roadster and the front of a touring.

41panelmark 03-24-2016 07:33 AM

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Thanks guys.

jesselashcraft 03-24-2016 11:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Royce P (Post 1261311)
I alternate between Langs and Chaffins.

Do you have a paper catalog from Chaffin's?

Their online catalog is all I can find.

Royce P 03-24-2016 12:06 PM

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Jesse,

I know years ago they used to send me one every year. I think now if you want a paper one you have to print it yourself.


Quote:

Originally Posted by jesselashcraft (Post 1264268)
Do you have a paper catalog from Chaffin's?

Their online catalog is all I can find.


41panelmark 03-24-2016 01:29 PM

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This is my new project when I finish my 41, can't wait.

trainguy 03-24-2016 02:42 PM

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Don,t paint it,just put a interior and top and drive it the way it is! If you restore it ,it becomes "just another model T" make it serviceable and drive it ,it becomes "way cool".only my opinion ,Phil

Steve Jelf 03-25-2016 08:35 AM

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That RP reminds me of Kirk Hill's car. He made a trailer to match. He has some very nice T's, but this is the one that draws attention.

jwaldrich 03-28-2016 06:49 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by jesselashcraft (Post 1264268)
Do you have a paper catalog from Chaffin's?

Their online catalog is all I can find.

Their catalog now is a PDF file that is searchable. For some reason I am unable to attach it here. Send me a private message and I'll send you a copy.

Flathead Dave 03-28-2016 07:22 PM

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Try Howard's. They have T parts.

Dodge 03-29-2016 02:32 AM

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Snyders and Chaffins. In the good old days you used to call Glenn Chaffin on the phone and
he would take your order using a paper bag and write down your order on the bag.
He would then send the bag using it as the invoice and you would send a check after
receiving the bag.
THAT doesn't happen any more, ah the good old days.

Jack Innes 03-29-2016 08:53 AM

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A regular poster here under "Farmallcub49" carries a line of model T parts & seems ever willing to share advice. A little like the good old days.

'OSO HANDY RESTORATIONS
Specializing in Model T Fords
320-293-1953

Mike V. Florida 03-30-2016 12:09 AM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by trainguy (Post 1264386)
Don,t paint it,just put a interior and top and drive it the way it is! If you restore it ,it becomes "just another model T" make it serviceable and drive it ,it becomes "way cool".only my opinion ,Phil

You can use a spray lube like Gibbs and rub it it. I have read about owners that have used butchers wax to protect the sheet metal and leave the patina.


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