In article , "Dave Plowman (News)"
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jim k wrote:
"Dave Plowman (News)" Wrote in message:
In article ,
jim k wrote:
Think it's actually the other way round. Harry Ferguson designed the
engine later used by Standard Triumph. Of course it came in a variety of
sizes and power outputs.


Er no.

"Earlier versions used an imported American engine (the 1966cc
Continental Z-120) but once the 2088 cc unit being developed for
the Standard Vanguard car became available in September 1947 this
was fitted instead, exclusively so from July 1948."

Bit of a chicken and egg situation. But given Harry Ferguson designed
the engine, it would be safe to assume he intended it for both. But
the design - wet liners - was more what you'd expect for a commercial
unit than for a mid price car. Ie, designed to last rather longer than
was common for cars of the day.


But I don't recall ever seeing Ferguson credited with designing the
seperate body "Standard Motor Co"'s engine?

I'm talking about the engine which powered the Vanguard and subsequent
Triumph TRs.

We are talking about the engine which powered the little grey Fergie.
--
bert