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Originally Posted by Synchro909
I see it differently. While there are thousands of original Model A engines about, I don't see it as cheating. The owner is perfectly able to rebuild a three main bearing engine and enter that. How is either engine original once the "original" is rebuilt?
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Or using NORS parts instead of restoring parts originally fitted. Did you use an original clutch disc, did you replace the clutch lining, did you fit a new clutch disc. At what point do we say it is a restored part, or a replaced part. This has to be the hardest part for both judges and restorers. There is a few areas where it is hard to restore over replacing. Did you restore the paint, or replace the paint to original standards using 1920's techniques, did you restore the plating or have the part replated. Upholstery, and the list goes on. Is replacing an engine block, that is the same outward appearance as the original, any different to replacing the upholstery with the same outward appearance, but is made with modern fabrics?