Model t top bow differences

[Guest Rp1967]

Bought these thinking they would fit my 27 t roadster, are there different top bows for different year bodies.

Can anyone identifiy these for what year they are.

[Guest AlCapone]

I can't identify them but I know there are different bows because I bought for a 24 and when I got home from Hershey they were very different! Wayne

[Guest Rp1967]

Thanks Wayne

I bought these , taking a chance because the price was right.

Figured that there were different ones due to the different body styles over the years.

These still could be 27 and I'm just not experienced enough in T's to figure it out.

[Terry Bond]

Believe these are earlier.  I recommend you get a few catalogs from Model T Parts suppliers, like Langs, Snyders, etc.  They all have detailed parts drawings, etc. that will help you figure it out.  You'll also need some of the Model T Reference books these dealers sell as several of them also have detailed drawings of various top assemblies with full demisions.  That'll keep you straight.  If you are going to Hershey you'll find plenty of T stuff there to look at.  Even some of the cars on show Saturday will provide great reference so be sure to bring your camera!

Terry

Edited September 18, 2015 by Terry Bond (see edit history)

[oldford]

These are not 26-27 irons. The distinguishing feature on the 26-27 irons is the rear bow/iron has a curve in it that extends up from the eye about 4 inches or so.

 

Frank

[Guest Rp1967]

Thanks terry

I will get some catalogs and do a little research.

[Guest Rp1967]

Thanks old ford

Now I can stop trying and get a catalog like Terry suggested and order the right ones.

[Guest AlCapone]

My experience for Model T and A Fords has been that Macs has by far the best catalogue. The others are good but Macs is excellent,

Wayne

[CarlLaFong]

Those look like the bows that I had for my 25

[Guest AlCapone]

By the way Ford Barn has many, many experts when it comes to Model A and T cars. You might want to post a photo over there. Wayne

[Layden B]

Look like 1918-22 Runabout to me. 1923-25 are different. 1926-27 are very similar to 1923-25 but have a curve in the bow near where it attaches to the body.

I suggest you go to MTFCA site and ask for pictures you can use for reference when searching for the set you need.

Also a good place to sell these!

[Guest Rp1967]

Thank you all

After searching Macs and Snyders I have to agree with Layden, the look like the 1918-22 Bows.

I will go in search of the correct ones now.

Bob

[trimacar]

Post on MTFCA, there have been many discussions and top diagram & dimensions on that site. Spread it out with a few dimensions and that group will tell you what you have, and what you need....