Did Ford Make Wrenches?

These wrenches were supplied in tool kits that came with the cars and trucks. Most of them that I have seen have a Ford part number on them. The part number will have a prefix like A, T, B, 18, 40- 78-, 81A- 91A. 01A, etc.

What tools came with a Model A Ford?

The original tool kit supplied with Model A and AA vehicles consisted of the following 13 items:
  • Adjustable Wrench.
  • Engine Crank and Wheel Lug Wrench.
  • Grease Gun.
  • Instruction/Owner's Manual.
  • Jack and Handle.
  • Oil Can (thru May 1928)
  • Open End Wrenches - 7/16 x 1/2 & 9/16 x 5/8.
  • Pliers (screwdriver blade on end of handle)

Why is it called a Ford wrench?

A wrench with smooth jaws is not used for turning threaded pipe. ... These are also known as a Ford wrench owing to this type of wrench being included in the tool kit supplied with every Ford Model A. They are still used by aircraft technicians, mainly when large but low torque fasteners are involved.

Robert Thorne

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