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The Early Ford Registry Newsletter

A Chapter of The Model T Ford Club of America

Early Ford 1903-1909 Register affiliated with The Horseless Carriage Club of America

Volume 9 Issue 4 Winter 2011

2011 1903-1909 Early Ford Registry Newsletter Volume 9 Issue 4 page 1

In This Issue…

Our 1906 Ford Model N Nr 3 . . . . . page 1 - 5

President’s Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 6

Secretary-Treasurer Report . . . . . . . . . page 7

The EFR Technical Corner . . . . . . . page 8-9

Candidates Board of Directors . . . page 10-13

Tours, Swap Meets & Events . . . . . . page 14

For Sale and Want Ads . . . . . . . . . . . page 15

We welcome member submitted stories, pictures, technical

repair and restoration articles as well as items For Sale and

Wanted listings. You may send items either by mail or Email.

Photographs may be returned if requested.

This newsletter is published 4 times each year. Publication

dates are February 15, May 15, August 15, and November 15.

Items submitted must be submitted by the first day of those

months.

Our 1906 Ford Model N Number Three by Rob Heyen, EFR 162

I first encountered our Model N while dreamingly searching online for

an early car. We already had a brass Model T, along with a few Ts and

other cars. However, I was gravitating toward earlier cars, and also

focusing in on Fords. I was hoping to find an earlier Ford, and had a

couple of requirements. If I found a car, it had to be relatively

inexpensive, and also capable of carrying both of my girls.

Due to the second reason, I had not given Models N and R any

consideration, believing Models A, C or an S roadster were my choices. The first

requirement, inexpensive, was also going to be a problem.

Eventually, I happened upon an ad about a 1906 Ford Model N in Pennsylvania. The

photo of the car showed it with a Mother In Law seat. It also seemed somewhat

reasonably priced, although it was obviously not running and in need of restoration.

However, the car looked “made up”. It was advertised as a Model N, yet had fenders,

mother in law seat, running boards along with bullet headlamps, carbide generator and

side mounted bulb horn.

I called the owners, the late Greg

Tocket and Bob Naumen, and they

invited me to fly to PA and look at the

car. As luck would have it, I had a

client about forty miles from where

the car was, so planned a “work day”

and flew out to look at the car.

In the meantime, I started researching

Models NRS, and also started calling

friends and references to learn more

about early Fords. Among the first

“new” friends I called were Dave

Dunlavy, Hap Tucker, Jerry Van,

Floyd Jaehnert, and I’m sure many

more that I failed to list.

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Our 1906 Ford Model N Number Three (continued from page 1)

At that time I also

became aware of the

Early Ford Registry and

began to follow and post

on the EFR forum.

During the following

exchanges of infor-

mation, Hap Tucker

provided me with a

wealth of information.

He eventually located a

period photo online with

the same features this

Model N had. After

numerous exchanges,

we (Hap and I) decided

that the period photo

was actually the same Model N I was looking at, right down to the Gray and Davis bullet

headlamps.

With a little more

research, I was able to

find a newspaper

article dated Oct 1,

1925, with the photo

of our car, and a news

article where the Ford

dealer in the

photograph is talking

about this N, and

refers to it as the

“number 3” Model M

(typo in the paper).






This really had me excited, and I called Greg

Tocket, and asked him what the engine

number was. A few days later, he called back,

and said the number on the engine was “402”

with a small “3” set to the rear of the engine.

I asked him to email a picture, and when he

did, I was amazed to see the “402” casting

number, with the small “3” stamped on the

side of the crankcase.

Needless to say, the car was soon making its

way to Nebraska. Greg and Bob were taking

a trailer to Chickasha, and then dropping the car at the late Homer Edmiston’s farm in

Nebraska (good friend of Greg, Bob and myself). I met them at Homer’s, and we all

looked over the car (Homer, Greg, Bob along with my girls). While unloading at

Homer’s place, he looked over the car, at first skeptical about its authenticity. He soon

changed his mind, and forcefully (anyone who knew Homer knows what I mean) told me

“laddie, this is an early N”. He pointed out the straight manifold, rear end supports were

bent at the axle, no boss for engine number on the crankcase, along with several other

points.

As one EFR member told me, “if this is the third Model N, Henry Ford would have been

all over it”. Also, the Model N holds a unique position in Ford history, being a huge

success, and allowing Henry Ford to take the next step, building the world changing

Model T.

Following the cars arrival to

Nebraska, I soon dismantled it,

sending the engine of to South

Dakota, and lining up transmission

and water pump help from Floyd

and Glenn Rand. My goal was to

have the car ready for the New

London to New Brighton MN tour in

August of 2007. I hurriedly

reassembled the car, with the help of

many, and had most of the kinks out,

but was not able to have the bugs out

in time for the tour. (continued on page 4) Ashlea and Elianna with the 1906 Model N





By about October of 2007 I was driving the

car around our farm and to town, and

beginning to enjoy hauling the kids around

in our 1906 Ford.

By the next summer, I was able to take it on

the New London New Brighton tour, and

had the privilege to meet many EFR

members in person. We made the Saturday

120 mile run, and now drive the car several

times a week. In fact, the N and our 1913

touring have become my “go to” cars when

choosing a car to take the kids to town.

The car also had the original side curtains in the “trunk”, and I have made replicas, and so

we also drive the car in the winter. The headlamps have also been restored, and allow us

to drive at night.

Finding our N

has allowed me

to make many

new friends that I

will enjoy the

company of for

many years to

come. It has also

provided a

wonderful

“vehicle” to

enjoy time with

my wife and

children, quietly

driving along in

our early Ford. I

am also unable to

count all the EFR

members we have had the pleasure of meeting and touring with due to our remarkable

find. (continued on page 5)





Crossing the Finish Line at

New Brighton. Lots of

excitement shown by all.

Early Model N characteristics

of Ford Model N number

three:

1. No crankcase boss. The early

Ns did not have the boss toward

the front of the left side

crankcase, but were stamped to

the rear of the left side. The “3”

is located to the rear left side of

the crankcase.

2. Straight exhaust manifold.

Later NRS engines used a

tapered exhaust manifold.

3. Brake rod levers down. The

first Ns had the brake clevis lever pointed down. Soon Ford realized the levers would collect less road

debris if turned up.

4. Hood fitting. The front of the hood does not fit the radiator contour. While this is the same radiator in the

1925 photo (Briscoe), the hood is formed for the earlier radiator, with different slope where it fits against

the radiator.

5. Rear support rod ends. Early Ns had a bend at the end of the rear end support rods. Later, the rods meet

and attach to the axle housing at an angle.

6. Holes in the frame for the original step plate brackets. If the car was originally an R or S frame, it would

have the holes but filled by rivets.

Things we know about this Ford Model N:

1. This N was in a small collection privately owned from 1947 until Greg and Bob bought it along with

several other cars.

2. The car itself had limited usage. The steering, bearings and most moving parts were in remarkably good

condition. I have not “opened” the rear end yet. The kingpin bushings, ball bearing front wheels and

everything else in the driveline were very tight.

3. The car was updated through 1909, because the horn has a 1909 patent date. The fenders and running

board appear to be a package made for Model Ns. It appears this car was well cared for, and “decked out”

with bullet headlamps, horn and fenders, in addition to the mother in law seat.

Things we don’t know:

1. When the changes were made. Other than the patent date on the horn, it is impossible to know when the

other aftermarket parts were added.

2. Where the car was between 1925 and 1947. Amazingly, this car seems to have been “unmolested”

between 1925 when the photograph was taken, and 1947 when a collector obtained it.

(Editors Note: We thank Rob for taking the time to write this article about a very unusual

car.)




President’s Message – Winter 2011 by Carl Pate, EFR 91

Each year I look forward to Hershey knowing that again I will get to see friends that

I only get to see once a year … and to meet those members that are there for the first

time… This year was no exception, though it was a little more hectic due to personal

issues.

Anne and I arrived in Hershey on Tuesday morning for set up of the space (trailer,

two antique cars, banner, posters, tables, chairs, etc.). I soon found that Anne had

extreme pain in her neck that barely allowed her to walk. So Wed morning, I asked

John Biggs to be my stand in for our Thursday afternoon get-together if I could not make it back to

Hershey in time. Anne and I left Hershey at 9:00 AM and by phone we were able to schedule a visit

with her doctor group at 7:00PM that night. After the doctor visit, we picked up prescriptions and I got

Anne settled at home and by 9:30 PM I was able to head back to Hershey.

At 3:30 PM on Thursday, EFR members began arriving for our annual Hershey EFR Meet and Greet.

With the help of John Biggs and Robert Moat from the UK, ice, cheese, crackers and wine were

purchased and sandwiches were provided by Tom Schell. In attendance was a 1903 Model A, 1906

Model N, two 1909 Model T’s and a 1913 Model T depot hack. We even allowed an EFR member to

drive over in a 1910 Anderson high wheel buggy (an example of how flexible the EFR group can be).

In August 2011, the antique car hobby lost two close friends that owned early Ford cars – Bill Magee

and Greg Tocket. At the beginning of the get-together, a few moments of silence were observed in

memory of all the members we lost this past year. I also learned at Hershey that two other Ford friends

(Bruce McCalley and Francis Ransley) have not been well. I and the other EFR members all wish them

well and pray for their recovery.

This year at the Hershey car show, I noticed an educational activity that was started by a member of the

AACA… In the afternoon two groups of kids, dressed with identical hats or shirts, were being lead to

different cars where the owners were telling a little history about their car and answering questions. One

of the sponsors asked if I could say a few words about our 1903 Model A Ford, since most people think

that the first Ford Model A was in 1928 … When the kids arrived and following a short introduction, I

described the car. I then asked them what the car was called when it first was introduced … Since no

one knew the answer; I showed them the advertisement that ran for 1 month that called the car a

“Fordmobile”. After that all of the Ford Cars were called “The Ford”. As the group of kids moved on to

the Model T’s, the AACA leader said quietly that he did not know that. The educational program will

help get more kids from the next generation interested in the early brass period cars that started the

automotive industry. Who knows, they may some day want to own one of our early Ford cars.

Though many of us look forward to the annual Hershey event, we know in the back of our minds that

winter is coming (unless you live in the southern Hemisphere). Soon it will be time for elections of

three board members. As a member of this great organization, I ask you to vote for those nominees that

you know will represent the best interest of the group. Above all I ask you to get involved and make a

difference in the antique car hobby.

Carl Pate, EFR President




Newsletter Editor’s Corner

by Dave Dunlavy EFR 41

Now that we’re done

touring , and Thanksgiving

is around the corner, I

want to take time to tell

you fine members, just

how much I value your

work and association.

This has been a different

year for me personally –

two major hospital operations – and it looks like

I’m not the worse for wear. It makes me stop and

think how much I love life.

This year we’ve lost some old car friends and

relatives. I hope they are able to reflect on the

good times we had together, as I am.

Most of you know the Model F project was

completed in time for the NLNB Run. It really

ran fine – thanks to many folks who helped me

along the way.

It didn’t take long for me to realize, I really

wouldn’t be happy unless I got a new project. So

I have started building the parts for a real

genuine George DeAngelis Quadricycle. I’m not

going to set a date when it is to be finished, but I

should be able to have it done in a couple of

years.

Also I found a 1915 Model T Ford touring

calling my name. It is truly a basket case rebuild

project and probably won’t get done soon. It

would be nice to have it done in time to have a

hundredth year birthday party for it.

But the most important thing to say is, “ Thank

you for being part of the finest single marque

club in the world”. God Bless you all.

The 1903-1909 Early Ford Registry, Inc.

Officers** President

Carl Pate EFR 91 (2010-2012)

Phone 860.633.2052

Email [email protected]

Vice-President

John W. Biggs EFR 2 (2009-2011)

+44.1844.343161


Secretary-Treasurer

Rick Lindner EFR 106 (2011-2013)

Phone 614.263.3673


Technical Research Coordinator

Hap Tucker EFR 59

Phone 803.469.7792


2-cyl Technical Research Coordinator

Carl Pate EFR 91 (2010-2012)

Phone 860.633.2052


Chairman, Restoration and Preservation

Committee

Jerry VanOoteghem EFR 95 (2010-2012)

Phone 313.881.2813


Directors*

Richard DeCarli EFR 125 (2009-2011)

Phone 707.654.1932 - Cell 707.762.4511


Floyd Jaehnert EFR 34 (2011-2013)

Phone 651.776.9859 - Work 612.331.5512


Paul Mikeska, EFR 168 (2010-2012)

Phone 303.463.1987


Paul Schaefer, EFR 938 (2009-2011)

Phone 330.483.4128


Dave Dunlavy EFR 41 (2011-2013)

Phone 563.387.3736 – Cell 952.237.9131


Newsletter Editor - Internet Web Design

Dave Dunlavy EFR 41


*Directors are elected by the general membership

for a period of three years.

**Officers are elected by the Board of Directors

annually.

mailto:[email protected]















The EFR Technical Corner by Dave Dunlavy, EFR 41

This article was re-typeset from the Cycle and Automobile trade Journal, sent to us by Glen Rand.

The Ford 2-cylinder Car, 1905 Model

The first Ford detachable tonneau body car, driven by a pair of opposed 4x4 cylinders,

was on the road in June 1903, and up to September 1, 1904, about 3000 of these cars have

been made and sold, giving, it is needless to say, great satisfaction to their purchasers.

The Ford Company is now in fine condition, having paid dividends to stockholders,

besides purchasing a three-acre plot in one of the best manufacturing locations in Detroit,

and erected thereupon a three-story brick building 405x56 feet, to be used for assembling

finished parts, shipping and general offices. The Ford Company policy is to contract for

parts, selecting specialists of high reputation for considerations of each detail of their

cars, and to inspect and assemble in their own depot, with their own men, thus doubly

assuring perfection agents, selected from the country at large, giving the Ford Company

the use and benefit of the very best American construction talent and plant, and second,

by subjecting the finished part produced by these best makers to the rigid scrutiny of their

own inspectors, and finally assembling and testing the completed vehicles thoroughly on

the road by their own experts before shipment. The policy, carefully followed, is

undoubtedly capable of producing better cars at less cost that is possible in any single

factory, because it employs a wider range of high grade constructive intelligence than any

one factory could well gather together, and at the same time preserve its individuality by

the strongly marked originally of its designs, and by its own assembling and testing of

cars before shipment.

The great excellence of the Ford 2-Cylinder detachable tonneau car, the high degree of

public favor with which this low-priced and most convenient and useful vehicle has been

received, and the very pronounced business already achieved by the Ford Company, give

great interest to the changes made in the Ford 1905 model 2-cylinder car.

The wheel base is 78 inches (lengthened 6

inches), gage 56 ½. The weight has been

increased 100 lbs., weight of car with

runabout body 1,100 lbs., and total weight

with tonneau, all on, about 1,200 lbs.

These figures give a light load for the

engines, and what is of the very first

importance in tire up-keep cost, a light

load on each wheel, and the car is large

enough to carry four passengers with

great comfort. (continued on page 9)




The EFR Technical Corner (continued from page 8)

The first Ford cars had a pair of 4x4 cylinders.

About April 1, 1904, the cylinder diameter

was increased to 4 ½ ins., giving at least a

third greater maximum effect. These have now

been still further increased to 4 1/2x4 ½. The

flywheel has been enlarged, also the diameter

of the valves.

The 1905 Model Ford

The first Ford 2-cylinder has the fuel tank

made l-shaped, and placed close to the fly

wheel under the seat. The 1905 model has a hood in front, which takes the 5-gallon

cylindrical fuel tank, and greatly improves the outlines of the Ford, giving up-to-date

stylishness of appearance, sure to be appreciated by purchases of moderately powered

cars.

In the first cars the oil was led from both ends of the automatic compression oiler o the

crank case, under the seat. Now all the oil leads are from the chamber front end, as a

more conveniently observed position.

A delivery body is also supplied as illustrated herewith.

The FORD 1905 4-CYLINDER TOURING CAR.

The illustration shown here of the Ford 4-

cylinder car is from the first one of these

cars fitted with a body. The 4-cylinder

Ford chassis was described in the

September issue of the journal.

Two hundred and fifty of these cars are

under construction, and many of the parts

are completed. The first lot of six are now

in the assembler’s hands, and will be

delivered Oct. 1st, 1904.

The appearance of this car speaks for itself, and the reputation of its designer, together

with the full description, printed in the last issue, will give a basic for estimating its value.

The car is as good a design as Henry Ford can turn out, and the workmanship is the best

that American workshops can produce.




Candidates for Board of Directors

It's time to vote for three members of the Board of Directors. They will serve the 2012-

2014 term. A ballot is being mailed to all members in the USA. We ask members out-of-

country to vote their choices on Email ballots being sent to them. Please vote for three (3)

candidates of the six running - no more. Ballots marked with more than three (3) will not

be counted. The candidate’s biographies here and their names on the ballot are in

alphabetical order. We thank all six candidates for their interest in your registry.

John W Biggs, Princes Risborough, Bucks, England (incumbent)

I live with my wife Joy in the county of

Buckinghamshire in England. The photograph shows

two of my Fords crossing the Thames in London during

the 2008 London to Brighton Run. I am pleased to offer

myself for re-election to the Board of The 1903-1909

Early Ford Registry.

I am member #2 of the Early Ford Registry having

helped our founder Bruce Hartel develop the idea of

forming a Chapter of the Model T Ford Club of America

to bring together enthusiasts who had an interest in Ford

N R and S cars and exchange information, experience

and expertise. Bruce was the driving force who

negotiated our status with the MTFCA, spread the word and organized our first informal meeting at

Hershey during the October event.

I attend Hershey each year and have had the pleasure of meeting many of our members from USA and

other countries. I also attended the Paynesville Tour this year and am proud to be part of this great club

which is getting so many old Fords running again. I would be delighted to serve a further term on the

Board of the EFR and would appreciate your vote.

Richard DeCarli, Petaluma, California (incumbent)

Proudly, I appreciate this opportunity by being nominated for a position on

the Board of the Early Ford Registry. In 2003, I went to the Ford Centennial

with a handful of flyers hoping to find other early Ford enthusiasts that were

interested in starting an early Ford special interest group. The flyers resulted

in being contacted separately by Carlton Pate and Floyd Jaehnert who told

me to hold onto my hat that great things were on the horizon. Right they

were! They merged the Early Ford Owner Group with the NRS Group,

reshaped it into the EFR Group, and mixed in a few Model T’s. Through the

hard efforts of, just to name a few, Floyd, Hap, Carlton, Bruce and Dave the

EFR has evolved into one of the top special interest automobile groups in the

world. (continued on page 11)




Candidates for Board of Directors (continued from page 10)

Richard DeCarli (incumbent) (continued from page 11)

I am proud to be a member of the EFR. Through my membership, I have met a number of talented

members whose knowledge is only exceeded by their friendship.

I have been a long time Ford enthusiast. At age 15, my father got me started in the hobby with a 1930

Model A Ford. I think it was my father’s goal to keep me broke in order to keep me out of trouble with

alcohol, drugs and women. Well, he succeeded on the first two counts. This is a great hobby! I am truly

grateful for the support and patience of my wife and family along with all the wonderful people I have

met and the friendships I have made through my experiences in this hobby.

I have been a member of the MAFAC since 1975 and a long time member of the MTFCA, MTFCI,

HCCA, AACA, MARC, EFV8 Clubs along with local membership in the Redwood Empire Model T

Club and the Sonoma A’s. Through the course of time, I developed an interest for Pre-WWII Fords not

only for the love of the automobile but with a passion for preservation of the same. I am the proud owner

of a 1904 Model C Runabout. Although I have never been on a non-profit board, I do have years of

experience in clubs and in serving on the board of a corporation. If elected I would be honored to serve

on this board. As a representative of not only the western states, I would work hard to promote and

educate in order to ensure the continuance and enhancement of our hobby. Paving the way so that future

generations can “Watch the Fords Go By”! (FMC)

Richard Emery, Argyle, Texas

I was born in June 1940 and raised in rural Nebraska, my first car was a

26 Ford in 1954 and that started my love of cars and all things dealing

with mechanics. I spent my adult life in Aviation and did the antique car

hobby on the side. I have restored several cars including five T’s.

About 10 years ago I started collecting parts for a two cylinder Ford and

five years ago found a project AC Ford. The AC is my current project

and should be on the road in a couple years.

I married a Nebraska girl in 1963. We parked ourselves in Texas in 1965

and have enjoyed life here in the south. I have belonged to the MTFCA

and HCCA for 30 plus years and joined the Early Ford Registry as soon

as it came to my attention. It is always a privilege to work with car

enthusiasts and I would look forward to being a part of the team on the Early Ford Registry.






John Grace, Westland, Michigan

My name is John Grace. I am originally from Pennsylvania, but

have been living in Westland, Michigan, for the last 20 years. I

have grown up around antique cars. My dad started collecting

cars in the 1950's and has restored several Model N-R-S Fords.

My best childhood memories are of Cecil Ralston, Les

Schuhardt and my dad talking about early Fords and who had

the complete alphabet collections. Unfortunately, my dad had

to sell his A and his C, but I was fortunate enough to buy them

back; the A in 2002, and the C in 2009. In addition, I own a

Model F that I purchased from Cecil Ralston's collection.

Antique cars are a big part of my life. I proposed to my wife on the New London to New Brighton Run

(MN), and we took our honeymoon in our 1915 Model T on the Glidden Tour. My wife celebrated the

Alice Ramsey centennial by driving our 1915 Model T across the United States with our oldest

daughter. We also have been co-hosting the Lansing to Dearborn Run (MI) since 2000.

In past years, I wondered how early Fords could have so much interest, but no club to share that

interest. I am delighted that we now have the Early Ford Registry. It has helped me network with so

many people and solve different issues as I struggle to keep my cars running. It is important that the

club preserves and shares the history of early Fords. It is also our responsibility to attract new members

to whom we can pass this knowledge on. The best way to achieve this is to get our cars out and use

them so more people are exposed to the wonderful world of early cars!

Rob Heyen, Milford, Nebraska

I grew up in Milford on the farm my father was born on. We

are fourth generation farmers and I developed an interest in

Model Ts at an early age when I resurrected a T and drove it on

country roads prior to high school. Following high school, I

sold the T, and went on to a career in the Army Reserve and

Law Enforcement. I attained the rank of Captain, was an

Airborne Ranger, and also was an investigator prior to

returning to the farm. I also have a Crop Insurance business,

with agents and clients in seventeen states.

My wife, Holly, is a Financial Planner (CFP) with RBC Wealth

Management in Lincoln NE, and we have two children Ashlea, 13 and Elianna, 11. Their interests

include horses, sports and reading.






Rob Heyen, Milford, Nebraska (continued from page 13)

Currently, we have a stable of horses and cars, the cars including my wife’s two Chebbies (66 and 67

Corvettes) and my 1906 N, 2 1909 Ts, 1913 T, 1922 TT and 1924 T Tudor. In addition to the EFR, I am

a member of HCCA, AACA, MTFCA, MTFCI and probably a few that I have forgotten.

I “re-entered” the antique car hobby about ten years ago, and slowly gravitated back to Model Ts along

with a growing appreciation for early Fords. My favorite car is our 1906 N #3.

If you elect me, I promise “a chicken in every pot, and Ford in every garage”. Well, not really.

However I do treasure the relationships I have with many EFR members, and appreciate the opportunity

to run for office.

Paul Schaefer, Valley City, Ohio (incumbent)

I have been involved with old cars since I was young. My father began collecting old cars in the 40’s.

The collection began with a 1911 overland roadster that was

purchased new by the Priest at our Church. A 1908 Ford

purchased in 1947 from a local Ford dealer. The car was on

display in their showroom during the war. A 1909 Brush

runabout purchased from the original owner in 1948. I have

since added 2 more Brush autos, a 1914 Model T Ford, 1921

Studebaker, 1947 Willys Jeep, and a couple of antique tractors

and hit and miss engines.

My wife and I began touring in 1990. We have been on several

New London to New Brighton runs, several 1 and 2 cylinder car

tours. I have done the Lansing to Dearborn run 22 consecutive

times. We have been on two Early Ford Registry tours.

I enjoy driving and working on old cars. My feeling is they are

meant to be driven. We really do not own the cars; we are

caretakers for a piece of history. I hope that they can be passed

on to future generations to enjoy and drive. I am fortunate that all my children and their spouses enjoy

old cars.

I have enjoyed serving on the Board of the Early Ford Registry and hope I have been able to help others

to make their cars live again.

Please Remember: Please vote for three (3) candidates of the six running - no more. Ballots

marked with more than three (3) will not be counted.




Tours, Swap Meets and Events

March 15-16, 2012 – Pre-War Swap Meet at Chickasha, Oklahoma. Setup Wednesday,

March 14th

at 4:00pm. This swap meet always starts the third Thursday in March. We will

have a Meet & Greet on Thursday afternoon, March 15th at 4:00pm. Be sure to check

signs posted around the grounds for exact location as we cannot be guaranteed a

specific location until we get there. We will have plenty of refreshments and treats.

July 1-6, 2012 – 75th

Anniversary of the Horseless Carriage Club of America tour in

Colorado Springs, Colorado. Come for 6 relaxing days of Pre-16 touring in the beautiful

Pikes Peak Region of Colorado Springs. More information:

http://www.hcca.org/events/July-1-6-2012/flyer.html

July 12-14, 2012 – 30th

Annual Root River Antique Engine and Tractor Show in

Spring Valley, MN. 15 miles South of Rochester, MN on Highway 63. Complete

information www.rootriver.org or email Roger Byrne at [email protected]

August 4-26, 2012 – Early Ford Tour of the Baltic Countries – Host: Lee Chase

phone: 323.938.4601 – email [email protected]

August 8-11, 2012 – The 26th

Annual New London New Brighton Antique Car Run in

Minnesota. Warm-up tours on Wednesday, August 8th thru Friday, August 10

th. The 120

mile Grand Run will occur on Saturday, August 11th

, 2012. Entries are limited to vehicles

with any number of cylinders built through 1908 and one and two cylinder vehicles built

thru 1915. We will a get together some afternoon after touring – be sure to check posted

information. www.antiquecarrun.org

October 10-13, 2012: AACA Eastern Division National Fall Swap Meet, Hershey, PA.

We will have a Hershey Meet & Greet on Thursday, October 11th at 4:00pm. More

information in the next newsletter.

November 4, 2012: London to Brighton Veteran Car Run, The Royal Automobile

Club's annual run is the world's longest running motoring event. More information

http://www.lbvcr.com/

If you would like to host a 1903-1909 Early Ford Registry Tour in the future, please

contact any member of the Board of Directors. It takes months to plan and host good tour,

so we are always looking for the next location. If you don’t know any of the Board

personally, simply call or email, Dave Dunlavy, Newsletter Editor – (563.387.3736 or

[email protected]).

http://www.hcca.org/events/July-1-6-2012/flyer.html

http://www.rootriver.org/



http://www.antiquecarrun.org/

http://www.lbvcr.com/





For Sale

1907 K Ford Touring #688 older

restoration 1960s. Consider to be one of

the most originals of the less than 30 that

are known. Has original Magneto,

Carburetor Pump on car or with it. Good

running car tour proven. Have 40+ years

of history. Has electric start. See photos

in Members photos Roger Weiss. Might

take an early Ford A or F as part trade.

Also have a 1903 Cleveland Rear

Entrance Tonneau 1cly. 8HP good

runner. [email protected]

For Sale

Two cylinder Ford, tonneau step, rubber original style floor mats, engine mounts for 8 &

10 hp cars, 20” flywheel. Email me for a complete list and prices.

Richard Emery 940.783.3949 - Email: [email protected]

New Reproduction N.R.S. Ford Parts.

Call, email or write for a complete list with prices.

Floyd Jaehnert, 1679 Atlantic St

St. Paul, MN 55106

612-331-5512 days 651-776-9859 evenings [email protected]

http://us.mc837.mail.yahoo.com/mc/[email protected]






About Us...

The 1903-1909 Early Ford Registry, Inc. (EFR) is a Chapter of The Model T Ford Club of America

(MTFCA) and an Affiliated Register of the Horseless Carriage Club of America (HCCA). You must

be a member of the Horseless Carriage Club of America and we encourage membership in the Model T

Ford Club of America. Contact the Secretary for specific information regarding furnishing your

membership number. We welcome anyone with an interest in Ford automobiles manufactured from 1903

through 1909 (those were generally manufactured in the first manufacturing plant that Ford Motor

Company built, the Piquette Plant). You do not need to own a car of this vintage to be a member of the

EFR. Annual membership dues: $10 US to receive Newsletters by email - $20 US to receive Newsletters

by USPO in the USA - $30 US to receive Newsletters by USPO outside the USA.

We are a 501(c)3 Non-profit tax-exempt corporation. This means you may make tax deductable

donations of material and money to us and receive a receipt letter which may be used to itemize your

Income Tax. The corporate office is 2895 Bluffton Road, Decorah, Iowa 52101-7802. The web page is

www.EarlyFordRegistry.com The Email address is [email protected].

The 1903-1909 Early Ford Registry, Inc. is not responsible for any incorrect technical information

contained herein. The opinions expressed in this newsletter are those of the authors and are not

necessarily those of the editor or EFR.

For Sale and Wanted Items are listed as a free service to EFR members. The editor can not be held

accountable for unclear or misleading statements in listings.

If you have any questions regarding our organization, please contact the Newsletter Editor by Email at

[email protected] or write to Newsletter Editor, The 1903-1909 Early Ford

Registry, Inc., 2895 Bluffton Road, Decorah, IA 52101-7802.

http://www.earlyfordregistry.com/



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