[ndnchf]

Well I had an extra high quality "burnout proof" model A condenser, so decided to try soldering the V8 condenser bracket to it. First the model A bracket was cut off, then the surface tinned. Then the bracket was removed from the dead V8 condenser. First the solder was melted, but found it riveted in place too. So drilled out the rivet and removed it. Then soldered it to the new condenser. The new condenser is slightly smaller in diameter, but should work fine.

The soldering heat had no ill effects on the condenser. It read .246mfd before and after soldering. Then it was put on my Herbrand coil and condenser tester and checked under load with a coil. It worked just fine.

So I think I have a suitable replacement.