11-09-2020, 02:21 PM | #1 |
Senior Member
Join Date: May 2010
Location: South California
Posts: 6,188
|
T roadster Q.
Q...for those who have a good knowledge od T roadsters;
Is there a noticeable passenger area size difference between the ‘24/‘25 T and the ‘26/‘27 T ? Im searching for T roadster for a project. Never having a T roadster, I’m seeking your help to narrow my search. It has been said that the ‘24/‘25 is real small in seating area vs later model. Also, if you have pictures of either or both such T roadsters , Please post here. |
11-09-2020, 10:24 PM | #2 |
Senior Member
Join Date: May 2010
Location: Portland OR
Posts: 6,341
|
Re: T roadster Q.
Yes there is a difference. The 26/27 is wider.
__________________
I know the voices aren't real but damn they have some good ideas! |
Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) |
|
11-10-2020, 12:27 AM | #3 |
Senior Member
Join Date: May 2010
Location: South California
Posts: 6,188
|
Re: T roadster Q.
Thank you ! Your input helps to narrow my search.
|
11-11-2020, 09:00 AM | #4 |
Senior Member
Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: NNNNNNNNJJJJJJJJJJ
Posts: 6,789
|
Re: T roadster Q.
also 26 and 27s tend to sell for more- because hot rodders lovem!
|
11-13-2020, 12:54 AM | #5 |
Senior Member
Join Date: May 2010
Location: South California
Posts: 6,188
|
Re: T roadster Q.
Hey ronn,
Duly noted, thanks ! Ive located one in storage. No pictures yet, but your info will come into consideration if ‘26/‘27 ! Im hoping its not the smaller ‘25. However, suspect it is. The NEW owner has taken the Built Hot T engine, warford trans and Ruxtal rear end....WHY ? Too small cab ?? We’ll see. |
11-13-2020, 11:17 AM | #6 |
Senior Member
Join Date: May 2010
Posts: 1,666
|
Re: T roadster Q.
Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements)
While the 1925 and earlier cars are narrower, you sit like you would in a normal chair, meaning, your legs don't have to spread forward and get tucked under the cowl. I have had both and since I am nearly 6 foot tall, the 1925 and earlier cars are much, much more comfortable and much easier to get in and out of. (Hope this description makes sense!) |
11-13-2020, 01:19 PM | #7 |
Senior Member
Join Date: May 2010
Location: South California
Posts: 6,188
|
Re: T roadster Q.
Hey gz,
THANKS ! This is exactly the information I’m seeking , great help ! Another Q for your help, please.... Is the stock T Frame sufficient (safe) to handle increased HP ? Or, in you experience, is it necessary to change to custom frame ? I know, lot of variables, but HP increase from hot B type banger is involved. Any advice will be helpful. |
11-13-2020, 04:05 PM | #8 |
Senior Member
Join Date: May 2010
Posts: 1,666
|
Re: T roadster Q.
I would just go with a Model A frame. The T frame is designed to twist and turn and does not have a center crossmember of any type. It works great with a Model T engine and trans assembly, but not for anything else.
|
11-13-2020, 06:24 PM | #9 |
Senior Member
Join Date: May 2010
Location: Portland OR
Posts: 6,341
|
Re: T roadster Q.
Guys put pretty hot engines in T's using stock frame, BUT you still only have rear brakes. Some do add front brakes but a bit of work to retro fit. The T springs are narrower then A if that has crossed your mind doing a swap. If you want the T body style, setting it on an A frame would be the way to go, gets the extra crossmember and can be retro fitted with juice brakes.
__________________
I know the voices aren't real but damn they have some good ideas! |
11-14-2020, 12:18 AM | #10 |
Senior Member
Join Date: May 2010
Location: South California
Posts: 6,188
|
Re: T roadster Q.
This will help me with asking the right guestions...what frame is under this body.
|
11-14-2020, 12:26 AM | #11 |
Senior Member
Join Date: May 2010
Location: South California
Posts: 6,188
|
Re: T roadster Q.
Ok, the A frame is better ! Im familiar with A frame.
Regarding... More HP on a at frame....dont want get be guessing if will hold up. And no center cross member is good to know. I had a hot 265 chev in an A frame, that should have been boxed / strengthened in some manner. It wasn’t and was torn apart. So lesson learned. |
12-27-2020, 01:17 PM | #12 |
Junior Member
Join Date: Dec 2017
Location: Sparks NV
Posts: 11
|
Re: T roadster Q.
Definitely box the A frame
|
01-06-2021, 06:36 PM | #13 |
Junior Member
Join Date: Dec 2020
Posts: 12
|
Re: T roadster Q.
Agree
|
|
|
Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) |
|