Ford’s 1941 trucks had the 1940’s new cabs and front sheet metal, but major changes were made under the hood. A new inline, L-head, six-cylinder engine became available for trucks, which replaced the 60-horsepower V-8 offered previously. Since the six was much larger than the small V-8, and also equivalent in power to the V-8, an “economy” model was also offered, which used the four-cylinder engine from the 9N tractor. Not surprisingly, most customers opted for the 221-cubic inch V-8, which was uprated from 85 to 90 brake horsepower, the same figure advertised for the six.

This V-8-powered Pickup has had a few tweaks. It has been fitted with Motor City aluminum heads, which are fed by twin Stromberg 97 carburetors through a high-rise manifold. With more power, the truck benefits from longer legs, courtesy of a Columbia two-speed overdrive axle. All these treasures are well hidden, so much so that the truck is a veritable sleeper. That is not to say that it’s plain: there is plenty of chrome and accessories, like door-hinge mirrors, windshield pillar spotlights, fog lights, bumper wings, and dual exhausts with chrome tips. B.F. Goodrich radial whitewalls with larger rear tires give it a very subtle rake.

This Pickup has been favorite at local shows and thus comes with several huge trophies. It will provide much pleasure to its next owner.