Automotive
The Ford F-Series’ third generation had a brief production run from 1956 to 1960, offering buyers three engine options: the 223 ci (3.7-liter) Mileage Maker inline-6, the 272 ci (4.5-liter) Y-Block V8, and the top-of-the-line 292 ci (4.8-liter) Y-Block V8.
The featured F-600 originally came equipped with the most powerful engine in the range, though it has since undergone a custom rat rod conversion that included installing a new engine.
Originally built as a standard 1959 F-600 in Brazil (following Ford’s expansion of F-Series production to multiple plants in 1957), this truck has been transformed into a genuine rat rod. It now boasts a Detroit Diesel 6V53T engine mated to a 4-speed automatic transmission. While not designed for high speeds, the vehicle can reportedly reach up to 55 mph (88.5 km/h).
The transformation of this F-600 into a rat rod involved extensive modifications. The chassis was sandblasted and reinforced, while the suspension received upgrades including an inverted leaf spring and 4-link system in the front, with the original dual-leaf setup retained in the rear.
Numerous components were replaced, including the springs and braking system. The truck now features a 4-gallon (15-liter) fuel tank and LED lighting throughout, except for the headlamps.
Interestingly, the vehicle lacks a traditional speedometer. The owner compensates for this by using a smartphone with navigation apps like Google Maps, which can display real-time speed based on GPS data while driving.
