Look What the Model T Guys are Doing...

$9,000... Seems a tad high... A new running engine (new block, new head, etc. should be $6,000 or less..
 
I feel as though you could get a complete (in rough shape) running car for that....


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There is a really nice T on Craigslist right now for 9000.00. That's a ton of money for a partially machined block. Wow.
 
I was unimpressed with the price also, but impressed with the product.
I was wondering about the comment regarding the model A guy not following up on the casting source.
Has that guy given up or gone in another direction casting wise?
 
Juggler said:
I'd guess a hefty proportion of that $9k is the custom Crower crank and rods....
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I would suggest to stick it in an $8000 dollars car is a total waste of money. I have a totally rebuilt roadster that I would be lucky to get that much for. It's like putting a $500 dollar horn on a $100 bicycle. Wayne
 
fiftyv8 said:
http://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/599638/624917.html?1458524887
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I hope that Tod gets to see/read this attachment regarding Mr. Schubert's comments...i.e., that he has vast exp and knowledge of good qualified casting companies. Tod has been at this casting/maching all of his life also and seems to know how to locate those who are competent foundry in Ohio.

Just wondering is this 9K T block has Winfields 2 up/ 2down crank :)
Also, wondering if anyone here knows Schubert, as he may have a lead for us (A/B guys) to obtain 5 main full B cranks somewhat reasonable :confused:
Nice looking 'near finished' product, indeed.
 
Rick,
this arrangement does not need the Winfield two up-two down assembly.
It has 4 intake ports.

$9k, that's about right for assembly with Crower crank and rods


John
 
hardtimes said:
I hope that Tod gets to see/read this attachment regarding Mr. Schubert's comments...i.e., that he has vast exp and knowledge of good qualified casting companies. Tod has been at this casting/maching all of his life also and seems to know how to locate those who are competent foundry in Ohio.

Just wondering is this 9K T block has Winfields 2 up/ 2down crank :)
Also, wondering if anyone here knows Schubert, as he may have a lead for us (A/B guys) to obtain 5 main full B cranks somewhat reasonable :confused:
Nice looking 'near finished' product, indeed.
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I've seen this already, and all I will not comment on the other block effort. I have already discussed it with Terry.

Tod
 
I guess there must be a huge outlay in pattern and test casting costs even before a block is ready for sale.
I figure there would be an economy of scale with casting but how many blocks would any one want to stock up on without knowing who would be willing to make a purchase commitment...
 
hardtimes said:
I hope that Tod gets to see/read this attachment regarding Mr. Schubert's comments...i.e., that he has vast exp and knowledge of good qualified casting companies. Tod has been at this casting/maching all of his life also and seems to know how to locate those who are competent foundry in Ohio.

Just wondering is this 9K T block has Winfields 2 up/ 2down crank :)
Also, wondering if anyone here knows Schubert, as he may have a lead for us (A/B guys) to obtain 5 main full B cranks somewhat reasonable :confused:
Nice looking 'near finished' product, indeed.
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With us both owning steam cars, I have personally known Les Schubert for about 15 years or so. Les has been working on this 5 main T engine idea of his on and off all of this time that I have known him. Before retiring, Les and his brother were into building large commercial electrical generating plants. They eventually sold out their "commercial power plant" business to a larger corporation and they have been enjoying life ever since. Les has the contacts and the know how in this interesting field of work. I wish him the best.
 
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