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Technical 29 model A roadster ideas

Discussion in 'Traditional Hot Rods' started by kiwitrev, Dec 18, 2017.

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  1. leave it alone

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  2. change the head

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  3. change the rear end

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  1. kiwitrev
    Joined: Jul 28, 2008
    Posts: 61

    kiwitrev
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    so i got me a stock 30 year old restoration 1929 model A roadster and interested in period ideas for hop up of it. dont give me the drop a hemi in it idea. im interested in improved carburation maybe a head change maybe a two speed rear end or an overdrive FB_IMG_1513456659834.jpg IMG_20171217_1351051.jpg
     
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  2. alchemy
    Joined: Sep 27, 2002
    Posts: 22,828

    alchemy
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    Purchase the brand new book from Vern Tardel, available at The Rodder's journal website. All about hopping up an older restored Model A.
     
  3. 2935ford
    Joined: Jan 6, 2006
    Posts: 3,851

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    First make sure everything is good to go. Drive it as is for a bit. Help you decide what you think it needs.
    I had my roadster stock for two summers then tore into it.

    There are lots of things to do for a hop up of the banger motor.
    Head, cam, down draft carb, header, dizzy, trans...etc.

    Have fun! :)
     
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  4. CME1
    Joined: Aug 10, 2010
    Posts: 360

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    Really a great looking Model A. Drive it like it is until you decide which way to go.
    Enjoy your new toy!
     
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  5. sloppy jalopies
    Joined: Jun 29, 2015
    Posts: 5,256

    sloppy jalopies
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    I have a 1932 head has a C cast in the top... 04210
     
  6. waxhead
    Joined: May 11, 2013
    Posts: 1,172

    waxhead
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    from West Oz

    Change the head for a higher compression unit and install a two speed rear end if you can afford to do both.
     
  7. rwrj
    Joined: Jan 30, 2009
    Posts: 888

    rwrj
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    from SW Ga

    It sure is clean. I agree with the guys who say drive if for a bit, if you can tear yourself away from that TR4 (250?) and the Barracuda in the background.
     
  8. 51 mercules
    Joined: Nov 29, 2008
    Posts: 4,501

    51 mercules
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    High Compression Head, Down Draft Carb and Intake, Juice Brakes and 39 Trans.
     
  9. 1946caddy
    Joined: Dec 18, 2013
    Posts: 2,391

    1946caddy
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    from washington

    Change the color. I guessing someone couldn't p*** up the half price paint cans at the paint store near the mixing station.
     

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