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rotorwrench · 03-06-2020, 04:36 PM

The longer wheel base trucks can be set up for several weight ranges. The type, size, and number of rear tires has a lot to do with weight carrying capability. I don't have the chassis parts catalog for the 1937 models so I can't give you a lot of information on them. In 1938 they had 122", 134", and 141" wheel base trucks.

The rear springs were the other factor that could be changed. There were 12-leaf, 13-leaf, and 14-leaf springs in the BB 5560 part number range. There were also auxiliary springs in the BB 5588 part number range. Combinations of springs and tires were used to build trucks up for whatever weight range was desired. Yours looks to have a fairly heavy compliment of springs plus dual rear wheels.

The old truck looks to be in pretty good shape for over 80 years of use. It still has the old 21 stud motor that is consistent with the 1937 model year.

03-06-2020, 04:36 PM	#2
rotorwrench Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: San Antonio, Texas Posts: 16,436	Re: 1937 Ford Truck The longer wheel base trucks can be set up for several weight ranges. The type, size, and number of rear tires has a lot to do with weight carrying capability. I don't have the chassis parts catalog for the 1937 models so I can't give you a lot of information on them. In 1938 they had 122", 134", and 141" wheel base trucks. The rear springs were the other factor that could be changed. There were 12-leaf, 13-leaf, and 14-leaf springs in the BB 5560 part number range. There were also auxiliary springs in the BB 5588 part number range. Combinations of springs and tires were used to build trucks up for whatever weight range was desired. Yours looks to have a fairly heavy compliment of springs plus dual rear wheels. The old truck looks to be in pretty good shape for over 80 years of use. It still has the old 21 stud motor that is consistent with the 1937 model year. Last edited by rotorwrench; 03-06-2020 at 04:43 PM.