His first tractors were adapted from Model T cars. Plaxtons diversified and began to build charabanc bodies on Ford Model T chassis. His introduction of the Model T automobile revolutionized transportation and American industry. Henry Ford responded by reducing the Model T to . They traveled west along with other students on two occasions in a Model T Ford. The engine was similar to the Ford Model T engine in many respects. Production of the Ford Model T used 32,000 machine tools. Production of the Ford Model T required 32,000 machine tools. Kelley started the company with three Model T Fords. Production of the Model T began in the third quarter of 1908. The Model T incorporated its magneto into the engine flywheel. This small car rental operation began with a dozen Model T Ford cars. It was made from three Ford Model T bodies and 18 feet long. The exhaust was routed through a special manifold to a stock Model T exhaust. Henry Ford oversaw the requirements and design of the Model T based on contemporary realities.