I just dropped a video on the life and legacy of Harry "HAL" Hosterman, an unsung pioneer of performance engines. Born in 1894, Hal made his mark with innovative engine designs, starting with the Model T and moving on to revolutionary overhead cam conversions for the Model A and B Fords. His Akron head and Tamarco Hal engines earned respect for their performance and reliability at a fraction of the cost of bigger names like Offenhauser. This video dives into his history, his iconic designs, and his lasting impact on early racing engines. If you're into vintage speed parts or cl***ic Ford engines, you won't want to miss this!
Several years ago I p***ed up a chance to buy a complete running, fresh DO Hal. I still have nightmares about that blunder!
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