[john in illinois]

A common problem with model A brake system is too large a bore in the master cylinder. Thus will make the brakes very hard to push. The mc should be 1” in most cases with Ford brakes due to the model A pedal ratio.
Measure you mc bore. If it is 1 1/8” you might try 1”.

I had this problem in my car with Ford hydraulic brakes.

If you are not familiar with the system,you might to try to get someone to help.
Hydraulic brakes work well in an A. Do not get dicscouraged. I have 28k miles on my Tudor with no problems and normal maintainance.

John