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Originally Posted by Terry,OH
Michael: Ford Chassis parts books do not list a part number for a 1940 electric clock. From the information in the Service Letter the 40 electric clock did not come to the dealer from any Ford warehouse or factory but directly from New Haven, it is possible Ford never issued a part number for the electric clock. The part number for the stem wind clock was 01A-15002-B. Electric clocks for the 39 and 40 Mercury had a basic part number of 15005. The 40 electric clock is very much like an aftermarket accessory, with the exception it was authorized by Ford.
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Terry, I believe you nailed this. One thing I might add, just opinion... this clock was never offered as a service part and that too (with your theory) would preclude a part number assignment.
My guess is this clock was offered to fill a small gap. That gap? Folks that really wanted such a thing. I doubt many folks did. After all, to spend nearly $10 to replace a clock that worked on a low price car... why?