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My chopped 30 Coupe.
That's the best one to use. Mechanical speedos are hard to find anymore. You will need an adapter plate and truck hog's head to bolt it all up....
I like the simple look of the 1940 Ford wheel in old style hot rods.
Looking good. I suggest you box the frame. It really stiffens it up and you won't be sorry you did. Here's a pic of my coupe. All 40 Ford running...
I found a nice large size SW mechanical Guage. A proper guage for a 50's old style Hot rod. Sent from my SM-J727V using The H.A.M.B. mobile app
See if you can find a old style Mallory Distributor. They look the part and you can install a Pertronix if you want to. My 276 Merc has one and is...
I had the same issue with cast iron heads After the block was decked. Solved it with thicker copper head gaskets and NGK plugs. Sent from my...
I used all 8RT parts. Pumps, fan, crank pulley and generator pulley on my 8BA. That way you get the old timey fat belts. And the fan sits about in...
Here's my 30 with a full hood and duce grill. 4" chop. Seems to work. Good luck with yours.[ATTACH] Sent from my SM-J727V using The H.A.M.B....
Here's my 30 Coupe[ATTACH] Sent from my SM-J727V using The H.A.M.B. mobile app
Here is my 30 model A on a boxed stock frame, 3" kick up in the rear.[ATTACH] Sent from my SM-J727V using The H.A.M.B. mobile app
I think I would start over with a dropped original axle, Ford wishbones and stock steering joints. We know all that works and can be adjusted...
The 8" will be more than enough. 9" Fords are huge and will look too big. Something to think about. Sent from my SM-J727V using The H.A.M.B....
Red's Headers makes a specific header for F-1 steering boxes in a Model A with a flathead. They are tight but fit. Tardell has a booklet that...
The truth is there is so little difference between manifolds performance wise that it boils down to what look you want. If you choose the super...
Nearly every Model A I've seen had rust damage in those spots. Just tidy them up. You won't see them once everything is in the engine compartment....
I agree with Lancaster on jet size to start but black plugs can also mean spark strength. Check voltages at plugs and at coil/condenser. If you...
I have the Bosch Sun repop on my car and it's a nice piece, all metal. Very good quality and it was only $90 new on the internet. You might...
That's where the draft tube goes. It routes fumes down the front of the engine and Bends to go along the pan. It is a two piece tube with a...
Does the French pressure plate look like a Ford 3 arm stock plate? I think it might be the pressure plate is not compatible with the Ford disc.
Look for a heater that doesn't have the fan motor sticking out the back. Otherwise the thing will protrude into the passenger footwell too far and...
Chop it. You won't regret it. Sent from my SM-J727V using The H.A.M.B. mobile app
I run a "waterfall" style heater I found at the Portland Swap Meet for $20 bucks. Cleaned it up and wired in a 2 speed switch and it works great....
Try Ansen Axle in the Sacramento area. He's in Ford Barn a lot.
Use '40 spindles and lowered arms. Speedway has the arms.
I used an early Vintique. Pretty good all around except the insert was a little tight in 2 of the corners. Sent from my SM-J727V using The...
You will need a t-5 out of a Chevy S-10 pickup or earlier Jeep Cherokee with the shifter in the middle if you are using a bench seat. Most all...
Go with the adjustable lifters. They work well and make it much easier to adjust the valves. I prefer the type with the open windows. They work...
Anybody tried these radial tires on the front? And are they any good?
Take the time and box that frame. You'll be glad you did....
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