Ford flatheads- Civilian vs military engines
Hi Dave,
Yes, I have been surprised a few times with the differences between civilian and military Ford flathead V8's. The fact that Ford shifted V8 engine production to Canada in WW2 adds a further layer for differences. I remember the interest shown on the Ford Barn when I posted info on the PCV system.
Different suppliers of oil conditioners (filters) between US and Canadian engines is just one example, and even different suppliers for Canadian engines. I never found a filter element from any of the US antique Ford suppliers that fit my Canadian oil cannister. My own homework found what fits however.
Recently I noticed that the carburettor air filter is unique to the CMP vehicles also. The standard Ford car air filter is substantially smaller than the CMP "honeypot" as some people call it.
All the best,
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Jacques Reed
Last edited by Jacques Reed; 24-11-20 at 22:07.
Reason: Added air filter info
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