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Facts About the Timmis-Ford V-8
| Chassis Frame: |
1934 Ford restored to new condition. |
| Title: |
1934 Ford, with original Ford Serial Number
stamped in frame. |
| Body: |
Handmade by Timmis Motor Company. |
| Engine: |
1949-54 125 H.P. Ford Flathead V-8 Custom. Remanufactured
at Ford of Canada Remanufacturing Plant to modern specification. |
| Transmission: |
3 speed Synchromesh Ford, custom assembled by
Timmis Motor Company with Borg Warner and Ford internal parts. |
| Rear Axle: |
Modern Ford fitted with parallel springs, telescopic
shocks, open drive line; all Ford parts. |
| Brakes: |
Ford Lockheed front; Ford Bendix rear. |
| Steering: |
Ford; worm and roller. Modern components. |
| Cooling System: |
Harrison Pressurized Core. Twin water pumps. |
| Electrical: |
12 volt. All modern components. |
| Wheels: |
Original Ford 16" wire spoke. |
| Tires: |
Firestone 6:00 x 16 choice of white or black. |
| Miscellaneous: |
Each car supplied with: Car Cover, Owner's Manual,
Sales Brochure, Parts List. |
Authenticity:
| July 5, 1986: |
Timmis-Ford V-8 wins "People's
Choice" at Early Ford V-8 Club of America Western National
Meet. Wins award over 418 restored original cars on display. |
| July 1982: |
Timmis-Ford V-8 enters prestigious Forest Grove,
Oregon, USA, Concours d'Elegance. Judges examine car closely; make
notes; asks owner questions regarding modern mechanical parts in
"this beautifully restored original car"!! |
| May 1980: |
ROAD & TRACK, 2-page article concludes:
"The Timmis-Ford V-8 is like a custom tailored suit." |
| March 1970: |
Timmis-Ford V-8 voted "Most Popular Car
of the Year" by readers of ROD & CUSTOM magazine. |
Practicality:
| Driving the Car: |
Excellent highway car for long distance
driving. Cruising speed 55 M.P.H..
Abundant luggage space plus seating for four persons. Simple reliable
mechanical design for peace of mind away from home. |
| Parts and Service: |
Factory made car using all standard
Ford mechanical parts. Part
availability excellent throughout all of North America and Europe.
Parts interchangeable with those of other Ford models. Part prices
lower than on
many "modern" cars. Parts list, complete with part numbers
and names of
suppliers, provided with each car. Factory assistance available
on
twenty-four hour basis. |
| Value as an Investment: |
| In the thirty years that Timmis-Ford V-8's have
been in production, no one has ever yet been able to buy one for
less than it sold for new. Timmis Motor Company's outstanding reputation
ensures maximum resale value for any Timmis-Ford V-8 kept in good
condition. Should resale become necessary, the company is always
willing to assist. |
Specifications:
General
| Weight - lbs. |
2,300 |
| Height - in. |
65.5 |
| Length - in. |
175.9 |
| Width - in. |
67.4 |
| Wheelbase - in. |
112.0 |
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Drivetrain and Chassis
| Transmission |
3-SP Manual |
| Final Drive Ratios |
3.30, 3.54, 3.55-1 |
| Wheels |
Ford 16 in. wire spoke |
| Tires |
6.00 x 16 tube type |
| Brake System |
hydraulic drum |
|
Engine
| Type |
L-head V-8 |
| Bore & Stroke in. |
3.187 x 3.75 |
| Displacement cu. in. |
239.4 |
| B.H.P. @ R.P.M. |
125 @ 3800 |
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Operation
| Est. Top Speed M.P.H. |
100 |
| Recommended Cruising M.P.H. |
50 |
| Fuel Economy M.P.G. |
20 |
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- All equipment shown in this brochure is standard.
- Delivery can be arranged by Timmis Motor Company Ltd.
Persons wishing to visit, are advised to telephone the company
prior to making travel arrangements.
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