The Ford Barn

ryanheacox · 05-06-2016, 12:08 PM

Gentlemen,

I will be doing my senior project next fall and have been brainstorming ideas. I thought it might be fun to do something related to my Model A.

The two ideas I've had so far are to design a 4-speed OD transmission with better ratios as a direct bolt in replacement. I know Mitchell already makes a modern synchronized 3-speed but it's just one idea.

The second idea was to develop an automatic advance system. All I'm aware of that currently exists is the nu-rex kit and the electronic conversion. I was thinking maybe develop a vacuum advance setup?

As fellow members of the hobby, I'd love to hear your input. What other ideas could I consider? What other aspects of the car can be improved?

Thanks.

05-06-2016, 12:08 PM	#1
ryanheacox Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Northwest CT Posts: 1,092	Mechanical Engineering Senior Project Gentlemen, I will be doing my senior project next fall and have been brainstorming ideas. I thought it might be fun to do something related to my Model A. The two ideas I've had so far are to design a 4-speed OD transmission with better ratios as a direct bolt in replacement. I know Mitchell already makes a modern synchronized 3-speed but it's just one idea. The second idea was to develop an automatic advance system. All I'm aware of that currently exists is the nu-rex kit and the electronic conversion. I was thinking maybe develop a vacuum advance setup? As fellow members of the hobby, I'd love to hear your input. What other ideas could I consider? What other aspects of the car can be improved? Thanks.