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03-21-2011, 12:42 AM | #1 |
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speed parts on the banger
I was looking in the Snyder's catolog and saw all the different things that I could buy for my A engine. The list of things I would really like to add to my STOCK engine is the finned aluminum high compression head, wither the 2 or 3 finned aluminum downdraft carb intake with carbs., The finned aluminum timing cover, finned aluminum side plate, modern style distributor cab and wires, and dual exhaust or a header. If I did these things how much power could my enging be making then and what would a good cruising speed be then? also what else there to do?
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03-21-2011, 01:13 AM | #2 |
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Re: speed parts on the banger
Drop in a small block V8, dropped axle, juice brakes, od tranny.....
Seriously, the first thing you need to decide is what do you want from your Model A? Do you want an 80 year old car that has all the charm and grace that the lady had back in its day, do you want a daily driver that will go and stop like a modern car, or maybe a racer for vintage style racing? There is ALOT of room in there. This site was designed by it's owner to lean way over to the restoration side and his site HAMB is designed for the modified side. I say this because once you decide what you want to do with your car/engine you may get more answers from one site than the other. So what do you want to do?
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03-21-2011, 05:55 AM | #3 |
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Re: speed parts on the banger
You're asking these questions about more power and speed. What upgrades are going to use to stop it?
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03-21-2011, 06:50 AM | #4 |
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dont you need it to run first??
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03-21-2011, 08:06 AM | #5 | |
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Crotex, to comment on your question(s), in all true honesty your Model A if rebuilt (restored) to factory standards should be able to run for extended periods at 60 mph. If it won't do that now, IMHO you need to make appropriate corrections so it will. And, adding 'bling' such as finned covers or modern distributor caps and wires will not allow it to run any faster. I must agree with Mike that if you are wanting to build a hot rod, these questions have been answered many times over on H.A.M.B. and by searching for Banger over there will allow you to read extensively about what you can do and which present the most value. . (BTW, when I spoke with one of the owners of the Model T that passed us, he commented that it had a Model A crank fitted inside the T block, a high compression head, larger carburetor and a 3:1 rear end gear ratio. He told me that it liked to cruise between 50-55 mph which when he was out on the open roads with light traffic, which he did with frequency. I might also add that upon opening the hood, the appearance of his engine would fool 95% of most folks into thinking it was a totally stock Model T engine!) . |
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03-21-2011, 08:29 AM | #6 |
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Of the things you listed, NONE will add to the durability of the engine, and only two will add a little horsepower. As Brent said, the rest is "bling". How come no one offers a hood scoop for the Model A? |
03-21-2011, 08:32 AM | #7 |
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I'm no expert but you put a dual downdraft carb setup on a stock engine I think you'll just get bad gas mileage, well if it'll run for you at all. But I'm no expert.
Better approach is an overdrive unit and better brakes. Here's a couple of links for you. http://fordbarn.com/forum/showthread...upgrades+power http://fordbarn.com/forum/showthread...upgrades+power |
03-21-2011, 09:27 AM | #8 |
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The finned covers are needed for stability at speeds over 80 ---if only Bill Stipe made finned covers for his shocks---
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03-21-2011, 10:06 AM | #9 |
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Like many have already said your not going to get anything from the "bling" or finned accessories except for the finned high comp head. If you want power go out and order a 3/4 race cam, high comp head, weber down draft carb, header/dual exhaust, and centrifical advance electronic ignition, high speed rear end, AND get your brakes working perfectly before you do all this. All these mods will cost probably around 2500-3000 if you do the work yourself. Speed (or hp) isnt cheap when it comes to these old model a's. I too like seeing what little mods i can make to see what gives it more power, but i also respect the people who restore these cars to original/finepoint.
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03-21-2011, 10:34 AM | #10 |
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Re: speed parts on the banger
Check out my thread on the Winfield Head. Consider the Weber carb set up.... I also have a thread on performance carb options.
You will definitely want a leak-less water pump and modern 't-bolt' hose clamps.... chack my thread on those too |
03-21-2011, 12:05 PM | #11 |
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03-21-2011, 12:22 PM | #12 |
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You really want to ask these questions here http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/s...d.php?t=565865
but I would read all the Banger meeting threads before posting. |
03-21-2011, 12:44 PM | #13 |
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http://www.modelaparts.net/dynosheet...ynosheets.html
Fins are for fish and believe me I would rather clean a fish than a finned timing cover. |
03-21-2011, 12:49 PM | #14 |
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^^^ HAHA! No kidding! Good one! ^^
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03-21-2011, 01:19 PM | #15 |
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I won a finned aluminum timing cover at a show. I haven't installed it yet. It looks nice, but I was wondering how long it would stay clean.
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03-21-2011, 01:55 PM | #16 |
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Re: speed parts on the banger
Just wanted to add my 2 cents for the original poster. I bought my model A already partially done in the prewar hot rod "banger" style, and I intend to finish it that way. It's a very cool trend, in my opinion. The cars are kept relatively stock and harkens back to a time when ingenuity, not money, was the major investment in hot rod cars.
That said, I found out in a hurry that this is primarily a traditional restoration site, but an invaluable resource since people like us are doing a lot of restoration work along with tinkering on the engine. When I want hop-up info, I visit the previously suggested HAMB forum. They have banger threads going all the time. You have several years of reading to catch up on. Great stuff! |
03-21-2011, 02:04 PM | #17 |
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Boy where to start,
If you put a 6:5 compression head on it you'll gain the most for your money. Add a castiron header and you get a little more, When you put the downdraft on it, you might as well put the more modern ignition on it. All these things make them run much better for a cruising car. However don't stop there as a V8 gearbox and 3:54 rear end will also add much to the enjoyment of your A. Now I know I have said this amongst many purists opinions, so some flak may come this way. Not that I don't appreciate a finely restored model A in its purest form. But I think your question is more geared to have a little fun with the Banger and enjoy your car more for your style. There's nothing wrong with any of it just make it for you. But they are right about driving it first, you need a place to start from and there's no better than stock. Good luck, Tim PS-fins really are for Fish, go sleeper it's always more fun |
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I have looked for pictures to document the exact look that many claim was, as you put it, the trend yet I am not seeing them "pre-war" (--either here or on HAMB). Do you have any that you can share that would substantiate this date or time? |
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03-21-2011, 02:51 PM | #20 |
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pre-war shots
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