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Old 06-27-2010, 12:58 PM   #15
Ron in Quincy
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Default Re: Confessions of a Model A Modifier – Model A Upgrades?

I'm a purest and like to keep my A's stock. Original carburetor, distributor, transmission, brakes, etc.

The 3 modifications I believe in are :

1. ENGINE: counterbalanced crankshaft, lightened flywheel, adjustable lifters, "B" camshaft, modern clutch & pressure plate, leakless water pump, high compression head, balanced engine.

2. DIFFERENTAL: 3.54 gears

3. TURNSIGNALS : Logolite (has its own wiring system) Note: they don't teach hand signals in school anymore. A good safety item.

I live at 3500' elevation, a lot of our tours take us higher, the additional horse power by the internal engine modifications is well worth the expense and increased engine life.

Ron
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