The model T transmission is a 2 speed planetary operated by foot pedals. The transmission has 3 drums and 3 bands. One for reverse, 1 for low, and the trans. brake. When you press either the clutch or reverse pedal a band clamps around it's drum which causes it to stop turning and forces the brake drum to rotate instead and the car takes off. The pedals must be depressed firmly to fully stop the low or reverse drum, or the band linings will quickly wear out and damage to the drums can happen.
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