1915 Gentry and Martin V-8 Automobile Engine for Ford Model T

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Artifact Overview

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 Details

Artifact

Automobile engine

Date Made

1915

Place of Creation

Creator Notes

Designed and made by Dale J. Gentry and Martin S. Lewis of California.

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

1915 Gentry and Martin V-8 Automobile Engine for Ford Model T