Model A Jacks
Compiled by Rick Black
The original tool kit supplied with each Model A contained a jack and handle.
The following information was taken from the MAFCA/MARC Restoration Guidelines and Judging Standards. Photos were supplied by several MAFCA members – thanks to those that have contributed!
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Model T and AA Truck jacks were different in size and weight.
Part Number | Dates Used | Height | Type | Manufacturer | Handle |
A-17080 | Through Sep 28 | 10.25 | Ratchet | Walker | A-17081 |
A-17080-A | Oct 28 – Nov 29 | 9.5 | Ratchet | Walker & Ajax | A-17081-A |
A-17080-B1 | Nov 29 – Aug 30 | 8.5 | Ratchet | Walker & Ajax | A-17081-A |
A-17080-B2 | Jan 30 – ?? | 8.5 | Screw | Auto Specialty | A-17081-B |
A-17080-B3 | Mar 30 – ?? | 8.75 | Screw | Ajax | A-17081-C non-folding |
A-17080-C1 | Aug 30 – end of 1931 | 8.5 | Screw | Auto Specialty | A-17081-B – 3 versions |
A-17080-C2 | Aug 30 – end of 1931 | 8.5 | Screw | Ajax | A-17081-B – 3 versions |
A-17080-C3 | Mar 31 – end of 1931 | 8.5 | Screw | Noblitt-Sparks | A-17081-B – 3 versions |
| Jack Handles | ||||
| Part Number | Dates Used | Jack Used | Comments | Picture |
| a-17081-B | June 1930-Nov 1931 | Used with C1, C2 and C3 Jacks | “T” shaped connector |  |
| a-17081-B | Nov 1930-April 1931 | Used with C1, C2 and C3 Jacks | Figure-eight connector horizontal rivet; can NOT be folded into a triangle |  |
| a-17081-B | May 1931-End of Production | Used with C1, C2 and C3 Jacks | Figure-eight connector vertical rivet; can be folded into a triangle |  |
Images courtesy of Jack Modlin - Click on any image for a larger view
A-17080
A-17080
A-17080-A
A-17080-B1
A-17080-B2
A-17080-B3
A-17080-C1
A-17080-C2
A-17080-C3
C2 Jack Clone
From time to time, we see jacks advertised as being a A-17080-C2 jack but in fact, it’s a clone probably made by Ajax, the same manufacturer of the C2 jack. There are two differences that, once you know what to look for, distinguishes the clone from the Ford tool kit jack used in 1930 to the end of production.
The clone C2 jack has a double internal screw where the Ford C2 jack has a single screw. But the easiest way to tell is to examine the jack bodies. Note in the photo that the clone C2 on the left is definitely “fatter” then the Ford C2 jack on the right due to the clone’s double-screw.
The C2 Clone jack will work just fine with your Model A, and the original A-17081-A jack handle will fit fine as well. It just isn’t appropriate for Blue Ribbon Judging. So, if you’re shopping for a 1930-31 jack for your tool kit, be aware of the differences between the C2 jack and its clone. –Rick Black