design evolution · FF-0101

When did Ford Flathead connecting rods change from full-floating bearings to inserts?

The 1932–1948 engines used full-floating rod bearings that rotated in the rod and on the crankshaft. For 1949–1953, Ford adopted insert-style rod bearings that turn only on the crankshaft.

Expert

Steve Coppock

Evidence

expert attributed

Component

connecting rods and rod bearings

Applicable scope

1932–1948 versus 1949–1953 Ford Flathead V8