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Ford Model T driven like no other – Video
Driving around the world is no mean feat. Doing it in a 100-year-old Ford Model T car is a staggering challenge. That’s exactly what Dirk and Trudy Regter are attempting.
Ford Model T Specs:
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Years of Manufacture | October 1, 1908 to May 26, 1927 |
| Total Units Manufactured | 15,458,781 |
| Serial Number Location | If the chassis is marked the serial number is on the right frame near the firewall, or under the right floor board, matching the original engine number. |
| Average Price | $550 |
| Average Weight | 1200 -1500 pounds |
| Wheelbase and Track | 100 inch x 56 inch |
| Length and Width | 134 inch x 66 inch |
| Engine | 4 cylinder, 4 cycle, internal combustion gasoline engine, cast-in-bloc, 3 crank main bearings, “L” head with 2 side valves per cylinder, splash lubricated, water cooled |
| Engine Displacement | 177 cubic inches – 2.9 liter |
| Engine Horsepower | 20-22 BHP @ 1600 Maximum RPM |
| Engine Torque | 83 Ft-Lbs @ 900 RPM |
| Cylinder Bore and Stroke | 3.75 x 4.00 inches |
| Compression Ratio | 4.5 to 1, Cylinder Pressure 50-70 psi |
| Bolt Torques – ft/lbs | 5/16 – 15, 3/8 – 30, 7/16 – 45, 1/2 – 75 |
| Intake Valve Gap | .010″-.012″ (adjustable tappets, stock cam) |
| Exhaust Valve Gap | .012″-015″ (adjustable tappets, stock cam)) |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 4 quarts, All Synthetic 10/30W recommended |
| Cooling System Capacity | 14 quarts water or antifreeze 50/50 solution |
| Ignition System | Commutated 4 coil vibrating reed system. Electricity from 6 Volt batteries or flywheel mounted magneto delivering from 4 to nearly 30 VAC |
| Firing Order | 1-2-4-3 |
| Coil Amps | 1.2 – 1.4 A |
| Coil Point Gap | .029″ – .031″ |
| Spark Plug Type | Champion 25, Motorcraft F-11 |
| Spark Plug Gap | .031″ – .035″ |
| Magneto Clearance | .025″ – .030″ between magnet keeper faces and coil ring pole bosses |
| Fuel Capacity | 10 Gallons – Range approx 200 mile. |
| Fuel Consumption | Approx. 20-25 MPG @ 35 MPH |
| Drive Type | Planetary transmission, 2 forward speeds, 1 reverse, rear wheel drive via torque tube driveline and bevel cut gear closed differential, final drive ratio 3.64/1 |
| Differential Capacity | 2 pints 90W – 120W |
| Wheels and Tires | Wood spoke demountable clincher rim “Artillery” wheels, tires balloon type 30×3″ front, 30×3 ½ rear |
| Inflation Pressure | 55 – 65 psi |
| Front Axle Alignment | Camber 3 ½”, Caster 5 ½°, Toe-in 1/8″-1/4″ |
| Top Speed | Approx. 45 MPH, normal cruise 35 – 40 MPH |
| Engine RPM@Speed | 1400@35 MPH, 1600@40 MPH, 1800@45 MPH |