Ford-O-Matic was the first automatic transmission widely used by Ford Motor Company. It was designed by the Warner Gear division of Borg Warner Corporation and introduced in 1951 model year cars.
How do I identify a Ford-O-Matic transmission?
The identification tag just aft of the shifter lever reveals the application for the transmission. If the tag is missing these letters are some time cast into the transmission case.
What motor is in a 1962 Ford Fairlane?
V8
History of the 1962-1965 Ford Fairlane A Ford six or new 221-cid OHV V8 powered the new cars. The mid-year Fairlane 500 (pillared) Sport Coupe came with buckets and console. A 260-cid V8 and four-speed manual transmission were optional.
What is the difference between a C4 and FMX transmission?
Because the C4 and C6 were developed at the same time, they’re very similar; the only real differences are size and low-reverse function. The FMX is more old-school with a Ravineaux twin planetary system instead of the independent Simpson-type common to C4 and C6. The C4 has a low-reverse band as does the FMX.
What years did Ford use the FMX transmission?
Re: FMX transmission The MX was introduced in 1958 and besides 1965/67 F100/350 w/352’s, was used on full sized Fords (Custom/Galaxie/LTD), Mercury’s and Thunderbirds with 352 and 390 engines thru 1967. The true FMX was used on cars from 1969 thru 1979 with the following engines: 302, 351C 2V, 351M & 351W.
Which is better FMX or c6?
An FMX is kinda like a cross between a c4 and c6. It’s much better then a c4 but smaller then a c6. I can’t deny that a c6 is stronger due to it’s brute size. If you are going to buy a 351C with a FMX, you can’t go wrong with this combo.
How do I know what transmission I have?
Open the driver’s side door and find the white card on the side of the door that is filled with small black lettering. This card contains specific details about the year the car was made, its transmission, engine specifications and other details. Underneath or beside the “TR” symbol will be a number code.
Which is better FMX or C4?
The FMX was originally supposed to be a stronger transmission and was used behind larger engines than the C4, however the C4’s lighter weight coupled with better aftermarket parts has made it the preferred choice for most.
Are Ford FMX transmission any good?
The FMX is a step between the C4 and C6. They’re fairly reliable transmissions, just not a lot of support aftermarket wise for them. Also, with a cast iron main case, they’re heavier than a C4.
What kind of transmission does a 1964 Fairlane have?
Can’t say for sure on the linkage, but 1964 Fairlane and Comet 289 transmissions were one-year Crusie-O-Matics, in term of interchangeability. 1965-’66 midsize Fords and Mercurys were the same, but not the ’64s. What can you tell me about the aluminum case automatic transmission in my 63 Fairlane?
Who made the Ford O Matic transmission?
This basic unit was designed by Borg-Warner and would become the platform from which many later model automatic transmissions would evolve. Developed as a three-speed automatic, the Ford-O-Matic used a cast-iron case and would normally be started in second gear.
What kind of transmission does a 1964 Ford Falcon have?
In 1964, the three-speed C4 automatic went into production to replace and supplant the Fordomatic. It was also a light-weight unit designed to be used with sixes and small-block V8s, although a few were used behind the 351M and even the 390FE. The Fordomatic was still the only automatic available on the 1964 Falcon.
What was Ford’s first automatic transmission?
Ford’s first automatic transmission, which appeared in its 1951 models, was referred to as the Ford-O-Matic. This basic unit was designed by Borg-Warner and would become the platform from which many later model automatic transmissions would evolve.
