[Jack Shaft]

I recall seeing it in the oral histories, don't remember which one. Ford clearly ran their production lines based on sound machining practice and interchangeability. Few grasp that manufacture of complex units having 5000 pieces, to the tune of 9000 units a day..it truly boggles the mind. The way I read it was the assemblers saved sliders, clusters and main gears at their bench, fitting for proper feel as they went. This clearly goes against Fords manufacturing process, a rejected item was immediately scrapped.. I get that, and I understand your skepticism, If I run across this information again I will share it, the oral histories don't allow for keyword search or quick reference.. I like that, great reading for a winters day.