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Unknown 5Z tool.

Post by Pep C Strebeck » Mon Nov 25, 2024 5:21 pm

O.K. here is recent find marked with a 5-Z number:

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The head is stamped with a 5Z number, 5-Z-6101-A. It is 9.750" long and the head is 3.250" long and 0.875" tall. The ends of the head (faces?) taper down and are 0.125" thick.

Ford switched from 3Z to 5Z for tool numbering in late 1920 or early 1921, could be Model T or Model A. So, what might this have been, if even Ford? I have seen some factory tooling and pieces with an 18Z or 24Z number, but I have not come across any 5Z or 3Z numbered tools that were not Ford. Any guesses or ideas are definitely welcomed, if anyone would like any other photos or measurements just let me know. I have a thought of what it might be, but I will wait for other guesses before I embarrass myself with my guess.
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Re: Unknown 5Z tool.

Post by speedytinc » Mon Nov 25, 2024 5:54 pm

SWAG : A tool to align body to frame mounting bracket holes.
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Re: Unknown 5Z tool.

Post by TRDxB2 » Mon Nov 25, 2024 10:41 pm

Did some internet searching: Still a guess!!!
Some possibilities based on the handle wrapping.
Coiled winding and it looks like a welder's chipping hammer
Wood handle & is a pein hammer
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Re: Unknown 5Z tool.

Post by Mark Gregush » Tue Nov 26, 2024 4:39 pm

Maybe Lincoln or tractor?
I know the voices aren't real but damn they have some good ideas! :shock:

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