Value of an Un-Restored Model A Engine

[ronn]

to each his own- Ive bought some bargains and was very happy about those decisions.

[J Franklin]

Originally Posted by ronn

to each his own- Ive bought some bargains and was very happy about those decisions.

I have also, there are so many good model A parts saved from the 30s, 40s, & 50s that there are many good to great cores. If a person isn't comfortable with the offerings that is their problem. My buddy bought an engine at a swap meet that turned out to be still a standard bore and crank. Was rebuilt with a slight overbore and polished crank. Prize pig in a poke! His car in photo.

[eagle]

A lot of the old As that were scrapped back in the day had their engines pulled to be used as stationary engines. Used to be a common thing on the farms.

[Tim Ayers]

There is a long block 1930 motor in OH for sale on the HAMB. It's $75 and has been for sale since December, 2022. It is not stuck and ran when pulled.

[ronn]

Tim, if that was over here, it would have sold.


Hambers dont want a tractor motor for their builds............


it would have fetched 350. over here.

[Tim Ayers]

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Originally Posted by ronn

Tim, if that was over here, it would have sold.


Hambers dont want a tractor motor for their builds............


it would have fetched 350. over here.

Maybe. There is a surprising number of members from both forums who straddle both fences.

[Wick]

If you find someone who wants any of the engines or transmissions just trade them for a case of Beer.
Sometimes it's difficult to get $$ out of people in this hobby, but they will swap you a case
Of Beer! I have not bought any Beer in 3 years and the garage fridge is full.

[Joe K]

"Rod conversons" CAN be a source of parts.

More than once I've bought from someone who "rodded."

"I can sell you everything but the body and the frame which I've 'boxed.'"

The last front axle was bought from a rodder (1931 Coupe) who started with a boxed A-frame and front axle, but after finding the car "flexible" and continued chipping the paint around the body doorframes decided to buy Sacramento's box frame and front end. (Late model V8, nicely done with white velour interior.)

Which is where I found the axle.

"Good decision" I said without a second look at the body or his nice red-painted frame. "You are obviously into this for strength!"

The Model A axle had been outside uncovered for a year but was still in good condition - and even has the later cast iron ventilated brake drums.

Joe K

[Gene F]

Ok, so if the engine runs, and you can take a compression check on it...would any of you be a buyer then?, and if so how much would be your range?

[J Franklin]

Originally Posted by Gene F

Ok, so if the engine runs, and you can take a compression check on it...would any of you be a buyer then?, and if so how much would be your range?

I think it would boost the value by 100% or so.

[ronn]

at least.


a 250 core could be worth up to 750 for me.



Im having this problem with flatheads. they are either 3000-5000 for a good motor or pot luck for 500-1000. so many are cracked..............

[rackops]

I'll buy multidisk clutch parts all day long. The rest of the transmission, not so much.

Being in the US, I'll also pay decent money for RHD clutch housings, particularly early ones. It's cheaper than having to mail them from Australia or NZ (which I've done).

The rest, have to admit, is pretty much true per the above comments. I did pay $400 for a nice December 1927 manufacture block for my RHD Phaeton. And then paid $4600 to have it rebuilt. But it's the correct engine for my car, so...that's how this works sometimes.

[alexiskai]

Originally Posted by rackops

I'll buy multidisk clutch parts all day long.

I'm helping to disperse the collection of a friend who passed away recently. He has at least four multi-disc clutch stacks we're looking to sell. Also a wide array of 28/29 body components, shift towers, various other things. If you're near NC and looking for something in particular, DM me. Condition on most items will be "intact but well-used." Pricing will be "affordable."

[rackops]

Originally Posted by alexiskai

I'm helping to disperse the collection of a friend who passed away recently. He has at least four multi-disc clutch stacks we're looking to sell. Also a wide array of 28/29 body components, shift towers, various other things. If you're near NC and looking for something in particular, DM me. Condition on most items will be "intact but well-used." Pricing will be "affordable."

Sent you a message, thanks!