Antique Ford Truck Parts
When Henry Ford quit his job at Detroit Edison to devote full time to the fledgling
auto industry, nobody had an idea that this man unknown to the rest of the world
will soon change the course of history in a bizarre turn. Henry Ford created his
own automotive company amidst tight competition against well established car manufacturers
around the world. The infamous Model T that was actually designed as a pick-up
truck was introduced in mid 1920s. This new model was officially called the Ford
Model T Runabout with Pick-up body costs $281.
The Model T was a roadster type pick-up with an all steel bed that was 56 inches
high. The sides of the bed had pockets for stakes and the tailgate was adjustable.
The pick-up created much popularity with its style and simplicity resulted in
to sales of over 33,800 units in that same year. After a year, the Ford Model
T was redesigned. Changes included the cowl panel, hood, fenders, headlights,
and running boards. These remodeling resulted into a more expensive and additional
features Model T. But the success of this vehicle did not stop Henry Ford to cease
its production in 1927.
Later the same year, another line of vehicle was ready to hit the road. The Ford
Model A. Though these cabs were new the pickup boxes used were carryover from
the Model T. These trucks didn't just look new, they were new. They featured a
new body, new engine, new transmission, new frames and new wheels. Their new 4
cylinder engines displaced some 200 cubic inches and produced some 40 horsepower
at 2200 RPM. Backing up these new engines were new three speed manual transmissions
that used a standard "H" shifting pattern. There were a lot easier to use than
the three pedal planetary transmissions that were used in all the Model T's.
Several changes had been made through on the Model A over the years. And the
golden year of the company never stopped releasing other trucks models. Model
B soon followed the success of the Model A. It was followed by several Ford trucks
like the Ford F1, Ford F8, Ford 100, and other popular models. With rich evolution,
Ford trucks have established their ground in the industry.
These models are now obsolete and considered to be priceless. But these trucks
can still hit the road with the same performance they have during their years.
With Ford truck antique parts, Ford antique enthusiast can revive the living history
of the trucks that paved the way for modern truck today.
