"Unveiling the Ford Model T's Suspension Secrets for Conquering Rough Roads"

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Source: The Autopian
"Unveiling the Ford Model T's Suspension Secrets for Conquering Rough Roads"
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The Ford Model T's suspension was simple yet effective, embodying Henry Ford's principles of simplicity, durability, and ease of repair. Its suspension design featured two huge rigid triangles pivoting around a ball joint, allowing the Model T to flex like an off-roader. The rear suspension included a driveshaft housed in a rigid tube with a universal joint inside the ball socket, enabling power to pass to the wheels through the pivot point. The steering system utilized a planetary gear set housed inside a brass canister at the top of the steering column, showcasing the car's simplicity and effectiveness.

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