Chassis preparation Model A 1930
 

I wanna build a chassis with the intention to use it in Time Trials/rally's etc.
Need some advise on what preparations to make.
Stay with the original suspension? Lower it?
"Z"ing the chassis? Boxing the chassis? Hydraulic brakes?
Or keep it all original?
I don't want to end up with an "Hot Rod" but with a sportscar that could have been build "back then"............

Any advise?

BART

Re: Chassis preparation Model A 1930
 

Hi Bart,

I have no personal knowledge of the modification you are looking for. I have seen advertisement for equipment to modify the Model A in the back of some old restoration books, and there was a book written just about unauthorized modification for the Model A.

For personal experiences - between this forum and 'Hot Rods and Custom' forum, You can find a lot of good information and helpful people.

Bill

Re: Chassis preparation Model A 1930
 

Bart Go on the site for The Race Of Gentlemen. This is where I get my Ideas from.I am building a Boat tail Speedster based on a 31 Model A. Watch and learn! Don In Indiana

Re: Chassis preparation Model A 1930
 

Time Trials- stock height will probably be no disadvantage. On the other hand for Rallying you might see a gain by lowering if speed around a course is a factor. To lower I think I would use a dropped axle in front and Z the rear of the frame. Many will use a Model T rear spring in a Speedster as they are lighter than a stock bodied car. With the horse power you might be looking at boxing will not be necessary and would just add weight to the car. I would think you can get by with good condition, well operating mechanical brakes.
As said above look at TROG cars, you will get some great ideas there. A well thought out combination in a light weight car is half the battle. The other half is tuning both the engine and suspension to their optimum.

Re: Chassis preparation Model A 1930
 

I saw this the other day on YouTube

https://youtu.be/y1DhyeP1RfM

Seems a little hot roddy, but is a good starting point I guess. Seems to haul; too bad the only info you are going to get is from your eyes!