Which Cab style is the 158wb ambulance
Hi Derk
Which cab style is your long wheelbase ambulance, Pat 12 or Pat 13? Reason I ask is that as I understand it 1942 was a transition period between Pattern 12 and Pattern 13. My 1941 Pat12 C60L originally had the 16" wheels and consequently the smaller brakes and front end but at the same time it was fitted at the factory with the winch which would make it a C60L. There are lots of photos of both long and short chassis Ambulances with the 16" wheels. Often difficult to see if they are Ford or Chevy.
I remember reading that the smaller tires was to make loading stretchers easier, and that the Ambulances had softer springs to give them a softer ride.
Wondering if the the same was true for the Fords.
Keep us posted as you start your restoration.
Cheers Phil
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