1939 and/or ‘40 Voltage Regulator

[v8fordman]

1939 and/or ‘40 Voltage Regulator

Can anyone tell me whether the pictured voltage regulator was used on early1940 Fords? I’m sure it was used in ‘39.

 

[Kube]

Re: 1939 and/or ‘40 Voltage Regulator

Can anyone tell me whether the pictured voltage regulator was used on early1940 Fords? I’m sure it was used in ‘39.

Very, very early '40 Fords. By late 1939 the rectangular design was authorized for use at Job #1 in 1940. However, we know for a fact some of the 39 (square) regulators found their way onto the assembly line in early 40 and were used.
Unless your car is very early, I'd say no, don't use this.

 

[russonator]

Re: 1939 and/or ‘40 Voltage Regulator

I think we might all agree this '39 Standard engine compartment is a worthy candidate for a transplant.

 

[petehoovie]

Re: 1939 and/or ‘40 Voltage Regulator

I think we might all agree this '39 Standard engine compartment is a prime candidate for a transplant.

 

[TerryOH]

Re: 1939 and/or ‘40 Voltage Regulator

If your 40 has the three mounting holes use the larger style 3 unit regulator.