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Old 09-17-2020, 03:23 PM   #1
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I have a 1927 Model TT and thinking about putting it back original. Anyone know of a reputable engine rebuilder within driving distance of Dothan, AL.

Anyone buy and have used the Gene French boring jig?
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Old 09-17-2020, 06:57 PM   #2
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As far as engine builders in Alabama I would check the local T clubs and they will "steer" you in the right direction. I would recommend Pat's restorations in Monroe Connecticut but that's some distance.

My next adventure is learning to pour babbit and have talked with Mr. Gene French on the subject. I will be ordering his boring jig @ some point this fall, most people doing this work are using his equipment.
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Old 09-17-2020, 09:52 PM   #3
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I just read tonight how to get it in neutral, my motor may not be stuck after all. Will tinker with it this weekend.
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Old 09-17-2020, 11:14 PM   #4
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I had a heck of a time trying to learn how to drive and shift just get it going and not run into anything. What a learning curve! I have an auxiliary trans in mine. I was panicking and heading for the garage. I almost had to change my underwear. I was about 10 feet away but everything to me is opposite. I have my truck on Ebay now, asked a little bit more but it is rust free and needs some work but not a basket case. It's a runner driver. I put some money into it and it looks good for a truck that sat for 20 years.
The pic on my avatar is when I first got it and the pics on ebay is where it is now.
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Old 09-18-2020, 11:43 AM   #5
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You won't do better than Ross Lilliker in College Station Tx for an engine rebuilder. Probably a 6 hour drive from Alabamer, but well worth it.

https://www.mrmodelt.com/restoration-services/engines/
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Old 09-18-2020, 11:44 AM   #6
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I had a heck of a time trying to learn how to drive and shift just get it going and not run into anything. What a learning curve! I have an auxiliary trans in mine. I was panicking and heading for the garage. I almost had to change my underwear. I was about 10 feet away but everything to me is opposite. I have my truck on Ebay now, asked a little bit more but it is rust free and needs some work but not a basket case. It's a runner driver. I put some money into it and it looks good for a truck that sat for 20 years.
The pic on my avatar is when I first got it and the pics on ebay is where it is now.
These old trucks can be REALLY dangerous. If you will split the shipping cost you can give it to me and I will take good care of it.
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These old trucks can be REALLY dangerous. If you will split the shipping cost you can give it to me and I will take good care of it.
Let me think about that, NO!!!!
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