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This clip is Part 1 of a 3-part film.

[SOURCE OF THE FORD CAR, THE. PART 2] Part 1

Description

The original catalog description provided by the Ford Motor Company reads as follows: Workers in laboratory testing various things - men testing various auto parts for weight, roundness, size, etc. - view of interior of Tri-Motor - men measuring crankshafts and camshafts on lathe style machines weighing and testing connecting rods, wrist pins, pistons - worker assembling piston - weighing - testing flywheel for balance - workers pouring molds for engine blocks - overhead view of engine ship - blocks being milled - assembling of motors, testing - assembled engines lifted onto assembly line - cars and trucks on assembly line - 1932 cars being assembled - cars and trucks being driven from plant - view inside dealership garage, mechanics - mechanic looking at ‘Service Bulletin Index’ - mechanics in class - car driving into garage - car on highway. “The End.” [1932]

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Collection

Ford Motor Company Collection

Series

Motion Picture Films Relating to the Ford Motor Company, the Henry Ford Family, Noted Personalities, Industry, and Numerous Americana and Other Subjects

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Date
1932-01-01
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TRT
3:18