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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.
(continued on page 2)
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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).
(continued on page 3)
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Our 1906 Ford Model N Number Three (continued from page 2)
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
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Our 1906 Ford Model N Number Three (continued from page 3)
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)
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Our 1906 Ford Model N Number Three (continued from page 4)
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.)
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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
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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
Email [email protected]
Secretary-Treasurer
Rick Lindner EFR 106 (2011-2013)
Phone 614.263.3673
Email [email protected]
Technical Research Coordinator
Hap Tucker EFR 59
Phone 803.469.7792
Email [email protected]
2-cyl Technical Research Coordinator
Carl Pate EFR 91 (2010-2012)
Phone 860.633.2052
Email [email protected]
Chairman, Restoration and Preservation
Committee
Jerry VanOoteghem EFR 95 (2010-2012)
Phone 313.881.2813
Email [email protected]
Directors*
Richard DeCarli EFR 125 (2009-2011)
Phone 707.654.1932 - Cell 707.762.4511
Email [email protected]
Floyd Jaehnert EFR 34 (2011-2013)
Phone 651.776.9859 - Work 612.331.5512
Email [email protected]
Paul Mikeska, EFR 168 (2010-2012)
Phone 303.463.1987
Email [email protected]
Paul Schaefer, EFR 938 (2009-2011)
Phone 330.483.4128
Email [email protected]
Dave Dunlavy EFR 41 (2011-2013)
Phone 563.387.3736 – Cell 952.237.9131
Email [email protected]
Newsletter Editor - Internet Web Design
Dave Dunlavy EFR 41
Email [email protected]
*Directors are elected by the general membership
for a period of three years.
**Officers are elected by the Board of Directors
annually.
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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)
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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.
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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)
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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.
(continued on page 12)
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Candidates for Board of Directors (continued from page 11)
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.
(continued on page 13)
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Candidates for Board of Directors (continued from page 14)
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.
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2011 The 1903-1909 Early Ford Register Newsletter Volume 9 Issue 4 page 14
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
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2011 The 1903-1909 Early Ford Register Newsletter Volume 9 Issue 4 page 15
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]
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2011 The 1903-1909 Early Ford Register Newsletter Volume 9 Issue 4 page 16
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
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