Projects 1930 Model A

So I just recently purchased my first model A. I have done old broncos, C10s, mustangs, and many more but this is my first. Over the weekend I picked up a rusty 59ab and today I have someone asking me to trade an old motorcycle i have for a 52 ford truck Flathead with a overdrive transmission. I dont know which way to go and would really like some advice. I live in Florida and just want a cruiser to Daytona or around town. Please !!!

 

Looks fairly solid,trade the bike...Can't have too many flatheads.
And welcome to the HAMB.Also fill out your profile and location,you'll find more help that way.

 

Another A build [emoji106]Welcome ! If you don't use the bike trade it, if you do, there are lots of engine options


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Nice chop, love Model A's, welcome from Wisconsin.

 

Thanks guys which motor is better the 59ab or the 52 ford truck flathead?

 

I'm partial to the later 8ba/8rt over the 59 engines but I believe that the 59's are a better fit in a Model A. I'm sure the AV8 guys will chime in with more specifics.

 

Yeah the 59's are an easier fit in an A than the 8BA. They are a little shorter. I am in the process of putting an 8BA in my 31 Roadster and I am trying to do it without cutting up the firewall and front cross member. I think I have it worked out but will know in a couple of weeks when I get my radiator back from the radiator shop. There are all kind of issues with the water pump and mechanical fans when doing the 8BA.