identification · FF-0053

What is a tin-side V8-60?

The early 1937 V8-60 block has stainless-steel sides welded to the cast iron. They are called tin sides but are not tin. Steve says Ford perfected the casting later, and the 1939–1940 blocks are cast like a traditional Flathead.

Expert

Steve Coppock

Evidence

expert attributed

Component

V8-60 cylinder block

Applicable scope

1937 Ford V8-60, with 1939–1940 compared