1956 Ford Cars Stress Safety to Be Shown at McCune's
McCune Motor Co will display the new 1956 Ford lineup built in four series with 18 body styles. Engines include Thunderbird V-8 options delivering up to 202 hp, with safety features such as life guard door latches, recessed steering wheel hub, shatterproof mirrors, reinforced seat mountings, and optional seat belts. The Victoria rides lower, Parklane wagon adds load space, and a new four door Victoria with pillarless vision debuts early in the year along with standard 12 volt system and higher output generator.
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McCune Motor Co
Dearorn
Mich
Ford engineers unveil lifeguard design for 1956 models
Ford introduces lifeguard safety features aimed at reducing injuries in crashes. Contents include deep center steering wheel absorption, safety door latches, special rear view mirrors, optional seat belts with steel anchor, and crash cushioning for panels and visors. Strengthened front and rear seat supports reduce seat loosening in impacts. Phone your news to No 8.
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Dearborn
Mich
Better Performance Is Objective In Ford Engines
Ford outlines 1956 engine improvements to boost power and efficiency. Enhancements include larger intake passages, higher compression, newer alloy camshafts, better valve lubrication, and improved fuel pumps and filters. The Automatic Power Pilot system gains refinements for quicker spark response and vapor lock reduction.
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Ford's 1956 Models Highlight Ride and Drive Upgrades
Ford announces 1956 model improvements across shock absorbers brakes rear axles and transmissions. A new valve design on front and rear shocks offers a smoother ride. Strengthened sedan rear axles use a spherical housing with a directional lubrication system. Overdrive and conventional transmissions receive redesigned clutches to improve performance.
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Mink Creek Leader Crane Retired After 47 Years of Service
William E B Crane longtime Mink Creek Sunday School teacher and twice bishop retires after nearly five decades of church work. He served two missions and earned honorary master man recognition amid community visits from Olson Braithwaite Morrell Wilde and Crawford during the past week.
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Mink Creek
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Loa
Ford Gear Innovations Improve Transmission Power
Ford reports torque transmitting capacity improvements across models. Conventional transmission gears are noted as stronger. The 66 series uses at wheel point adjustment with fixed brake shoe anchors to enable the change.
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