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09-05-2021, 05:31 PM | #1 |
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Model T radiator shell
I recently acquired a Model T radiator shell and know very little about T’s.
I recall that some used brass, but this one looks like steel. However, a magnet won’t stick to it. Could it be nickel plated? Thanks for the insights. |
09-05-2021, 07:27 PM | #2 |
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Re: Model T radiator shell
Ford used brass radiators up to 1917 when they switched over to using a copper radiator and a steel shell, similar to a Model A. In 1925, I think, Ford came out with an "improved Ford" which was a revamped Model T. I think they had stainless shells then but cannot remember for sure (It has been almost 100 years and my memory is not that good). If it is nickle plated steel the magnet will still stick to in.
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09-06-2021, 02:12 AM | #3 |
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Re: Model T radiator shell
Nickel shells are brass with round holes for the lacing. Steel shells have square holes for the lacing with a slot to the edge.
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09-06-2021, 02:13 AM | #4 |
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Re: Model T radiator shell
Obviously nickel shells are practically worthless and I'll give you a dollar for it...
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09-06-2021, 06:45 AM | #5 |
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