Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
11-05-2018, 11:30 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 3,887
Re: Model t speedster kit chassis
Correct.
And this is his website http://www.antiquetmotorsports.com/home
and his eBay store https://www.ebay.com/str/antiquetmotorsportsllc
Cheers,
Rob
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
11-05-2018, 01:26 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 3,887
Re: Model t speedster kit chassis
Hi buzz882,
I've almost finished building one of these now and I agree with gz regarding the earlier chassis being the better one for the job. Knowing what I've learned with this project, I'd stay...
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
10-22-2018, 01:19 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 3,497
Re: how many 1908 model Ts exist today?
According to the "Encyclopaedia" 3 pedal cars started production on 19th December 1908.....as below,
DEC 19 Ford Archives Three-pedal cars under production. (Model T) Numerous modifications...
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
11-09-2017, 04:33 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,838
Re: Best Sparkplug for T
After mucking around with modern plugs for a couple of years, I've had the same set of Champion X's in my car since 2006. Initially, I used adapters to run a variety of modern plugs, because they had...
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
11-04-2017, 07:30 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 1,219
Stromberg OF & RHD
Hi,
I wonder if anyone can supply me with information or, better still, photo's of the throttle linkage they have used on a "Stromberg OF" carb fitted to a Right Hand Drive car.
My Speedster...
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
06-29-2017, 08:06 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,050
Re: Cant access the MTFCA Forum
I can assure you my browser cache etc is squeaky clean, Thanks.
I'm having no trouble now and all seems to be OK.
Its always been a slow loading site but just these last 2 days its been "timing...
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
06-29-2017, 06:41 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,050
Re: Cant access the MTFCA Forum
Well, since this post I've been trying to get onto the "other" forum without any success, but, just now, its worked OK.
So please disregard my earlier question.
Cheers,
Rob
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
06-29-2017, 05:09 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,050
Cant access the MTFCA Forum
Hi,
I suppose I really shouldn't be posting this here but for a couple of days now, I've been unable to access any of the MTFCA website, including the forum.
I've tried on 3 different browsers,...
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
05-27-2017, 11:52 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,910
Re: High and low cowls
And then, in '26, they changed again.
At that time the fuel tank was incorporated in the cowl and not under the seat. They are easily identified by having many more side flutes in the hood....
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
05-27-2017, 11:41 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 7,657
Re: Model T Distributor
There is another alternative,
John Stoltz of "Model T Ranch", Texas, makes a distributor with a difference that's worth a look. I've been running one for 13 years now, without fault....
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
12-10-2016, 03:34 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 3,060
Re: Another "new 2 the T"
Wow, thats nice.
Please preserve it with all its present patination that tells the cars story. Its too good to restore.
Cheers,
Rob
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
12-10-2016, 03:23 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 2,720
Re: 450 x 21" tires...
I've just bought a set of 5 Lucas tyres for my, as yet unfinished, speedster.
Fair enough, they're made in Vietnam, but so are most T tyres these days. The price is very good and I really like the...
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
11-30-2016, 05:25 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 2,244
Re: 14 speedster wiring question
If you get in touch with one of the parts vendors, Langs, Chaffins etc, they'll sell you a wiring loom at a very reasonable price. All the necessary ends are on the wires which are all cut to length...
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
02-08-2016, 05:11 AM
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Replies: 29
Views: 15,010
Re: Owning a model T vs model A
Our Model T has been in the family since 1964. Its been on the road, after a full restoration, for the past 11 years and I enjoy taking it to shows and driving it in parades etc.
BUT, if I was about...
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
02-06-2016, 09:12 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,821
Re: Perfect Woman
I remember seeing a series of these old images, but I saved only two. The one above and this one.
Notice the new overalls, the stockings and the strapped shoes?
Cheers,
Rob
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
02-06-2016, 04:51 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,229
Re: 14mm Plugs
With a HC head and 14mm adapters, you'll have a very wide range of spark plugs to choose from to get the car to run just right.
With a low compression (Stock) head, I've found that I can get my...
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
02-06-2016, 04:46 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,810
Re: driving the T
J Franklin,
I enjoyed that video too. Thanks for posting it.
Having been driven around Greenfield Village in a centenary T in summer, it was really great to see the place in snow.
Cheers,
Rob
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
02-06-2016, 05:41 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,807
Re: Engine Removal
Here's a shot of my Speedster engine with a home made lifting hook installed.
Its made from the base of an old pull apart spark plug with a suitable ring welded to it.
Cheers,
Rob
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
05-05-2015, 12:25 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,701
Re: New "voltage regulator"
My '21 has been running one for the past 11 years with NO problems and I plan to put one on my '15 Speedster too.
Another bullet proof Fun Projects product....and that's now become what you'd expect...
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
04-17-2015, 05:09 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 3,568
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
11-29-2014, 04:57 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 3,457
Re: 1924 Australian Ford T roadster
Its my guess that you wont find one like it.
Its also my guess that its an Australian built (not Geelong) body and given that the vast majority of bodies built here were tourers, yours will be...
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
06-21-2013, 05:56 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 3,506
Re: New guys 1st question
YottyBill,
RAN....but I did serve for a time on the USS Midway on an exchange posting....a few millennia ago.
I am capable of, as you say, tearing into it. I do most of my own rebuilds,...
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
06-19-2013, 04:15 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 3,506
Re: New guys 1st question
I was just reminded of Larry Blair, in his "Tin Shed", Santa Fe Springs.
I'd forgotten about him, but he'll do nicely.
Cheers,
Rob
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
06-19-2013, 01:48 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 3,506
Re: New guys 1st question
Thanks Mark G,
I joined the MTFCA and MTFCI forums about 11 years ago, but haven't been active on either for about the last 2. The T I restored wouldn't be half as good as it is if it wasn't for...
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Forum: Model T (1909-1927)
06-18-2013, 08:59 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 3,506
New guys 1st question
Hello,
About a year ago I started down the track of building a speedster. I had some parts left over from a previous T restoration and that mixed with my long time desire to build a speedster,...
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