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Tom G.
New member
Username: tomfg
Post Number: 2
Registered: 01-2013
| | Posted on Saturday, January 26, 2013 - 11:00 am: | 
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There were several markings on my GRAY Model U's timer gears, punch marks, file marks, etc, none corresponding to the piston being on TDC. Therefore, when I put it together yesterday, with the piston on TDC, I set the gears so the timer contacts were centered / grounded. Is this correct?
Also, I need to build a test stand with a gas tank, buzz coil, battery, and coolant tank.
Any suggestions or photos of one? Would the coolant tank work best if it's above the water pump inlet, or do they prime okay if they are lower? Thanks, Tom |
Ernie
Senior Member
Username: ernie
Post Number: 1607
Registered: 01-2002
| | Posted on Saturday, January 26, 2013 - 07:02 pm: |
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Correct
I never even look for timing marks. I just put it at TDC (the flywheel key will either be straight up or straight down) then center the timer handle and set the contacts as you did.
Hope this helps
Ernie |
Tom G.
New member
Username: tomfg
Post Number: 3
Registered: 01-2013
| | Posted on Sunday, January 27, 2013 - 09:59 am: |
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Thanks for the reply Ernie. Am working on a Model T buzz coil now, so hopefully will have an ignition system soon. Still need to come up with a fuel and coolant tank. |
miro forest
Senior Member
Username: miro
Post Number: 656
Registered: 11-2001
| | Posted on Wednesday, January 30, 2013 - 06:00 pm: |
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Most folks at shows run a small barrel with the water level above the water pump - that way there will be circulation once the pump gets primed. Assuming the water pump is in OK shape, there is usually no problem getting it primed, after all it has to suck the water up when it is in a boat.
But the fuel tank MUST be above the carb - the vast majority antique marine engines are gravity fed.
It doesn't need to be high up - 8 - 10 in will do.
The fuel tank mounting should be "robust" because the engine will typical shake quite a bit at idle speeds used at shows.
In a boat, there was usually a short ( 1-2 ft ) length of rubber hose to isolate the engine fuel line that comes from the fuel tank.
Have a look at some of the pictures from the Calvert shows on this Discussion Board and you'll get some ideas that ought to work for you.
miro |
miro forest
Senior Member
Username: miro
Post Number: 657
Registered: 11-2001
| | Posted on Wednesday, January 30, 2013 - 06:16 pm: |
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Tom - if you are going for an easy to start engine, I'd recommend that you make yourself a modern buzz coil - I can send you the diagram - it's easier than getting a Model T coil to make a good hot spark.
It's been used by many of the folks on this web site.
miro |
Tom G.
Member
Username: tomfg
Post Number: 4
Registered: 01-2013
| | Posted on Wednesday, January 30, 2013 - 06:44 pm: |
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Miro, Thanks for your reply and input. I was rigging up an old lawnmower gas tank today, and wired up the Model T buzz coil. Tomorrow I'll be turning an old galvanized bucket and a tin funnel into a coolant tank. The mount for my gas tank is screwed to the engine skids, so it may vibrate like the dickens, but hopefully will be good enough for a test run. I've never heard it run before, so I'm anxious. Just remember, that I have no muffler yet :-(
I'd be interested in your plans for the homemade buzz coil. I'm always looking for a fun project.
Thanks, Tom |
Bob Power
New member
Username: bobstuff
Post Number: 3
Registered: 12-2012
| | Posted on Wednesday, January 30, 2013 - 07:35 pm: |
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Miro,
I'm working on a Gray model U also. Could you please send me the diagram to make a buzz coil?
Thanks
Bob |
miro forest
Senior Member
Username: miro
Post Number: 659
Registered: 11-2001
| | Posted on Wednesday, January 30, 2013 - 09:13 pm: |
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Sent to both of you via email.
Tom see if you can triangulate your temporary set up for your gas tank - inevitably it will be more permanant than you think or would like.
Miro |
