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Conaway2 · 01-30-2023, 08:57 PM

I suggest driving it stock for a while to get the feel of the car before you change it.

I installed a lighter flywheel and V8 clutch in my roadster 3 years ago, and honestly cannot tell the difference. I wouldn’t do it again.

Also, the stock 2-tooth steering box, if rebuilt with a short pitman arm, works extremely well - easy steering and no slop.

Get the engine running as is and see what you have - you maybe pleasantly surprised.

Good luck - Jim

PS - I’m older too….70, and have driven Model A’s. Since I was 15.

01-30-2023, 08:57 PM	#14
Conaway2 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2019 Location: Mt. Pleasant, SC Posts: 601	Re: I am now a model A owner, I suggest driving it stock for a while to get the feel of the car before you change it. I installed a lighter flywheel and V8 clutch in my roadster 3 years ago, and honestly cannot tell the difference. I wouldn’t do it again. Also, the stock 2-tooth steering box, if rebuilt with a short pitman arm, works extremely well - easy steering and no slop. Get the engine running as is and see what you have - you maybe pleasantly surprised. Good luck - Jim PS - I’m older too….70, and have driven Model A’s. Since I was 15. Last edited by Conaway2; 01-30-2023 at 10:51 PM.