Hello Everyone

Here’s this weeks update.

It was a busy week. I got a lot o stuff done.

First my project…

I continued on my 29 Roadster.

I managed to get the frame painted and all of the frame parts installed, engine mounts, E brake cross shaft, main brake cross shaft, and battery tray.

I also got the splash aprons sanded and buffed out. They came out ok. Will need some touch ups as I cut thru the paint in two spots. But they will do the job.

I also disassembled my speedometer I got for my Model T Roadster. It’s the first one I’ve taken apart before and it’s really cool. Definitely reminds me of an antique clock with all its tiny gears. I should be able to make it work again. Everything is free. Needs a good cleaning and some repairs.

As for customer work, I continued on the Model T engine I’ve been working on. I got the block final cleaned, and installed the crankshaft, camshaft and valves. Just need to set the valve clearance. I also got the rods and pistons weight matched and ready to be installed.

On the transmission side, the brand new drums came in Friday. I got to work on those earlier today. The bushings are now fit and they are ready for cleaning.

I also spent a very cold Thursday morning at a customers house helping him pull his Model T engine. It is the next job on the list. Should be a fairly easy one i believe. His complaint it was slipping in high gear. Since my Model T storage stands were being used already, I tossed it on my engine stand and spent Saturday afternoon braking it down. So far the transmission acually looks good. But I believe it was setup wrong or came loose. There’s way too much end play which I believe caused the issue. Least it didn’t help. So a little more investigation after I get the parts cleaned up. The engine side looks good and probably won’t be touching that.