identification · FF-0092

How can I distinguish a 1938 Ford Flathead from a 1939–1940 engine by the crankshaft snout?

The 1938 engine retained the short crankshaft snout, with the pulley close to the front of the engine. The 1939–1940 engine used a noticeably longer snout that places the pulley retaining bolt farther forward.

Expert

Steve Coppock

Evidence

expert attributed

Component

crankshaft snout and front pulley

Applicable scope

1938 Ford Flathead V8 compared with 1939–1940 Ford Flathead V8