1949 F1 serial numbers

[Guest wpmcsg]

I just bought a 49 F-1 and from what I have learned so far, Ford used the "9" pre-fix in 1949 , 1950 and 1951 models.

Where do I find a breakdown by year? My serial number is 98RC2830xx....

Plan to keep it as original as possible; previous owners had already converted to 12 volt and switched to late model mustang wheels and radial tires. Engine is unbelievable....starts almost every time with a "bump" of the starter and then idles at about 400 rpm. I am pretty sure it is in original condition.

Thanks in advance for any help out there in cyber land.

Pat Mitchell

Colubus, GA

[Dave Mellor NJ]

The 8BA series of engines actually started in the 48 F1,a year ahead of the car. that's where the "8" comes from. I thought the 40s decade used the number of the year (like "9" for 49) but the 50s used a "B", Then the 60s used a "C" and so on.