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redmodelt · 03-04-2021, 11:13 AM

Yes there is a timer on a Model T. Yours may have an aftermarket distributor? The timer is what sends the signal to the coils to fire. Fits on the front end of the motor and is driven by the cam shaft. Again, "mtfca; timer" or even just "Model T Ford timer"

03-04-2021, 11:13 AM	#14
redmodelt Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Portland OR Posts: 6,340	Re: Sealing oil leaks? Yes there is a timer on a Model T. Yours may have an aftermarket distributor? The timer is what sends the signal to the coils to fire. Fits on the front end of the motor and is driven by the cam shaft. Again, "mtfca; timer" or even just "Model T Ford timer" __________________ I know the voices aren't real but damn they have some good ideas!