Recent content by J Sims

This is one of the parts that about any one with model T's have at least 3 or 4. If the axel is in perfect condition, with good threads and good spring perches with good threads and bushings, it might be worth $50.oo. If not it might be worth $5.oo. Shipping might cost more than the value of...

I have a 20 roadster and these bows are 6 inches between the 2 pin sockets. If you mean the ones where you move the bow to raise or lower the top.

If they are the same as my 25 tudor, they are just a flat steel strap about one quarter inch thick by two inch wide and about 8 inch long. These are fastened to the bottom of the wood sills and go at a angle across the frame ear to the rear cross wood sill under the rear of the body. the other...

I think you will find it difficult. the 26 rear cross member is wider, the body mounts are located different. The frame for the 26 has special mounts for hood sills and the front cross member is different for the fender mounts.

If you were closer to me, I have several good wheels. I live in Reed City, Mich.

Not Model T or Model A.

the top tilts in.

Most guys would recommend Langs or Snyders

no wood blocks between body and frame. only 26-27 have wood blocks.

Early 26 has the number on the drivers side. These have a different rear cross member without the flange. Later cars have the number on the passenger side

might be stuck valves

I have a pair. $25.oo plus shipping. jimsims@wildblue.net

The clutch disk are not compressed or used when in low or reverse. When in high the disk are compressed and makes a solid connection from motor to driveshaft. in other words the disk are free to slip in neutral,low and reverse.

No reason to unhook the forked rod. Adjust ccw for more fuel and cw for less. Usually turn open ccw some to start. Trial and error will show best amount to turn.

First I would recommend finding some one in your area that knows Model T's to guide you. Model T's do vibrate and rattle to some extent but you should have it checked. In hilly areas you must keep the gas tank full. You may use low gear to help stopping but good adjusted brakes do a decent job...