1915 Gentry and Martin V-8 Automobile Engine for Ford Model T
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Dale Gentry and Martin Lewis, who sold Ford cars through a dealership in Los Angeles, developed this V-8 engine for the Model T. More than half of its parts are standard Model T components. Gentry and Lewis hoped to build and sell their V-8 engines on the aftermarket, but Ford's regional manager overruled them and they abandoned the project.
Dale Gentry and Martin Lewis, who sold Ford cars through a dealership in Los Angeles, developed this V-8 engine for the Model T. More than half of its parts are standard Model T components. Gentry and Lewis hoped to build and sell their V-8 engines on the aftermarket, but Ford's regional manager overruled them and they abandoned the project.
Artifact
Automobile engine
Date Made
1915
Creators
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Designed and made by Dale J. Gentry and Martin S. Lewis of California.
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Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
61.11.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of J. Dale Gentry.
Material
Iron (Metal)
Steel (Alloy)
Aluminum (Metal)
Color
Silver (Color)
Green
Dimensions
Height: 35 in
Width: 25.75 in
Length: 44.5 in
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