Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
05-01-2024, 07:07 PM
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Re: 1916 couplet
Allen,
So intresting...my wife and I lived in Smokerise from 1976-1980 on Moccasin Way. It is a small world! Russ
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
05-01-2024, 11:51 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 440
Re: 1916 couplet
The photo was taken on Kiltie Lane going to my home which is about one mile away. The San Francisco Peaks are north of my home and this was taken in the spring in Flagstaff!! We can have snow until...
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
05-01-2024, 10:32 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 440
Re: 1916 couplet
My car was produced in January 1916, and in June 1915, all the brass trim on the lights was eliminated. I've attached some information about the introduction of the 1916 model from the "Ford Sales...
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
05-01-2024, 08:55 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 440
Re: 1916 couplet
Coupelets are quite rare. They did not sell well when originally offered, and by 1916, the price of the car was lowered and they sold better. From my research, there seems to be around 60 coupelets...
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
04-13-2024, 08:39 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 688
Re: 1927 Ford paint question
Ed,
I've gone through the paints colors that were used on 1927 Fords, and I cannot find anything called "Hunter Green." The colors that are known are Channel Green, Drake Green, Highland Green and...
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
03-30-2024, 08:52 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,053
Re: Brass Polish?
Blue Magic is the BEST. Buy it at O'Reilly's. I hope this helps,Russ Furstnow
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
03-22-2024, 09:21 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 748
Re: Blue paint 1912 Model T
The color is 1985 Mercedes Benz "Dark Blue" Code 904. This color is listed in the "MTFCI Restoration Guide and Judging Guidelines." I hope this helps, Russ Furstnow
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
01-07-2024, 11:12 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 443
Re: ID oil or trans cover plate?
That is a cover for the crankcase. The cover goes on a "3-dip" crankcase or pan and is removable so the rods can be adjusted as necessary. I hope this helps, Russ Furstnow
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
05-23-2023, 08:19 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 838
Re: 1926 touring speedometer
The speedometer head you have is incomplete and is made by Standard Thermometer Company. I would suggest you get a Stewart unit, as these are the most common. PM me and I'll get you more...
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
05-22-2023, 08:57 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 838
Re: 1926 touring speedometer
The Stewart Model 160 is correct for your car as shown in the photo, but other brands were available in 1926. It will make a difference if your car has wood wheels or wire wheels. I hope this helps,...
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
01-29-2023, 08:22 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 2,084
Re: What year is my engine?
Bill,
The serial number (VIN) stamped into the engine block determines the year of the car. There are books available that list VIN numbers by the month and year that the engine was produced. These...
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
01-28-2023, 09:57 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 2,084
Re: What year is my engine?
The Model T Ford Club International (MTFCI) has a specific "Speedster" class for judging. The class adds points for every modification rather than deduct points for speed related parts that are not...
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
01-27-2023, 10:06 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 2,084
Re: What year is my engine?
Based upon the shape and size of the serial number stamp pad, I would say that your engine is a replacement block that has been stamped with a 1914 serial number. The shape of the pad indicates that...
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
06-30-2022, 08:58 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,294
Re: Ford winged speedo
The Johns-Manville Ford special speedometer was available from Ford Motor Company from October 1914 thru July 1915. Ford ceased installation of this speedometer in July 1915, and after this date,...
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