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Originally Posted by Jim Brierley
There are already "modern" starters available that fit directly on the Model A. I don't know if they have all the features that you talk about but they seem to have a good reputation. Having the gear mesh with the flywheel gear from the front is a good thing because the stock starter has been known to move the flywheel gear forward instead of against the lip at the rear. These use a solenoid mounted to the starter. If you can't locate one, PM me and I'll find a source for you.
p.s., nice choice of engines for your hot rod!
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I'm aware of the spur gear modern starters that are available, but no, having the starter gear engage from the front side is not a good thing, unless you are willing to reverse the ring gear. Ring gears have tapered teeth on one side only, and on the model A, it is on the back side. If you reverse the ring gear, then yes, engagement from the front side is the correct side. Also, I really prefer the design of the planetary gear to the spur gear setup, but that is mostly personal preference I suppose.
PS Jim, I'll be driving through your area next month, look for an old "classic" GMC towing a Mini Cooper S.