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Physiotherapy &
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Golf Resort • Coldwell Banker
Battle River Realty • Consolidated Signs & Graphics • Cuts Plus • Domo Speedy Self
Serve & Laundromat • East Side Mario’s • Edmonton Elks • Edmonton Oilers • Fawn Interiors • Greater Purpose
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Development • Voodoo Film &
Tint Ltd. • Zetsen Master
Builders Inc. • Zimmer Siding &
Construction Inc.
Time to change clocks
By Murray Green
It is the time of year when local standard time is about to change on Sunday, March 13, at 2 a.m.
Clocks are turned forward one hour to 3 a.m. local daylight time instead.
Sunrise and sunset will be about one hour later on March 13 than the day before. The idea is to have more light in the evening.
It is also called Spring Forward, Summer Time, and Daylight Savings Time.
Daylight Savings Time was introduced to make best use of the time the sun shone giving natural light, rather than having to use artificial light and subsequently unnecessary fuel.
The 2 a.m. hour for the switch has been deliberately chosen. The majority of people will not notice this change because they are sleeping and will simply wake up to the revised time.
BUSINESS CONVERSATION
The City of Camrose and Camrose County want to hear from local businesses about the current business climate.
Businesses are invited to join the conversation to provide input that will help shape economic development activities and to discuss challenges and opportunities in the business community.
Representatives from the Camrose Chamber of Commerce, Downtown Camrose, and Community Futures will also be in attendance for the roundtable discussions and to provide information.
Norsemen Inn Wednesday, March 30, 2022 7:00am – 9:00am
Register by emailing Kevin Johnson at kjohnson@camrose.ca by Friday, March 25
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The automotive section of
Crosley enjoys ’27 Model T, car history
By Murray Green
Christine Crosley of Millet owns a powder blue 1927 Model T Ford car.
“I wanted this car because it was the last year for the Model T. In 1928, they started the Model A series. My neighbour and my husband were at the point in their life where they could restore and refurbish their cars. I was feeling left out, so my neighbour sold me his car to work with them and go to car shows. That way I could be part of their group,” explained Christine.
The Ford Model T is an automobile that was produced by Ford Motor Company from October 1, 1908 to May 26, 1927. It is generally regarded as the first affordable automobile, which made car travel available to middle-class citizens. The relatively low price was partly the result of Ford’s efficient fabrication, including assembly line production instead of individual handcrafting.
“When I got the car, I had to re-do the interior, put a stabilizer bar in and then maintain the car from there,” shared Christine.
“When I work on the car, my neighbour will come and watch me, not to tell me what is wrong, but to lead me in the right direction of what I need to do by myself. I am fortunate to have a wonderPOWER BLUES
Murray Green, Camrose Booster
Christine Crosley enjoys driving her 1927 Model T Ford to several car shows each year. The car was one of the last Model Ts built, but a few modern features were added to add some fun to the driving experience.
ful person to assist me in keeping this car in good shape and running well,” said Christine.
The car has special meaning to her because she has been able to do most of the work herself. “Yes, it has been a great experi-
FUN FACTS
The Model T did not have a modern service brake. The right foot pedal applied a band around a drum in the transmission, thus stopping the rear wheels from turning. The parking brake lever operated band brakes acting on the inside of the rear brake drums, which were an integral part of the rear wheel hubs. Optional brakes that acted on the outside of the brake drums were available from aftermarket suppliers.
Wheels were wooden artillery wheels, with steel welded spoke wheels available in 1926 and 1927.
The last two years had a design change that made the greatest difference in the appearance of the car. The hood was enlarged, with the cowl panel no longer a compound curve, and blended much more with the line of the hood. The distance between the firewall and the windshield was also increased significantly.
The styling on the last generation was a preview for the following Model A, but the two models are visually quite different, as the body on the A is much wider and has curved doors as opposed to the flat doors on the T. Many Model Ts were converted into vehicles that could travel across heavy snows with track kits on the rear wheels and skis replacing the front wheels. These vehicles were extremely popular in the northern reaches of Canada. ence. It is a wonderful car. I am now fortunate to be able to follow these guys to car shows and have fun driving the car,” she added.
The 1927 Ford has a 351 engine with a Carter 650 CFM carburetor. It has a C4 automatic transmission, Corvette dual master cylinder, Mustang steering box, chrome alternator, Ford sports gauges, LOKAR shifter, Edelbrock air cleaner and a custom steel fuel tank with steel fuel lines.
“I am always at the back of the trail, and we look like the mafia, but we go to Edmonton, Camrose and a few other shows. We don’t go too far away,” Christine said.
“I have pictures of the car being built from the chassis up and all stages of the build. I have won a few awards with this car,” she said.
“The original owner from Beaumont unfortunately had diabetes and wasn’t doing well, so he had to sell the car. That’s when the neighbour picked it up. I get lots of thumbs up when I drive the car. I don’t mind if people go in my vehicle for pictures. My goal is to have a million pictures out there of my car. I want to get people across several generations enjoy the car like I do. I am just the steward of the car, so I let everybody enjoy it,” she added. In 1927, 399, 725 Model T cars were produced and sold for about $360 each. Production ended before mid-year to allow retooling for the Model A in 1928.
Old Ride?
If you have a vintage ride (rebuilt or original) or even if you’re in the midst of a build: street, rat or restoration, we’d like to profile your project.
