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Ccraw781 · 07-07-2021, 05:08 AM

About to get my first Model A but need some advice on modifications. I have searched the forum and found plenty of advice for long legged folks but what about us short legged? Jokes can fly buy I need to extend the clutch and accelerator a few inches to drive safely. Any aftermarket modifications or other options?

Jacksonlll · 07-07-2021, 05:38 AM

Just move the seat forward. That usually works. You are about to have an awful lot of fun with that car. You picked the right one.

Chuck Dempsey · 07-07-2021, 07:09 AM

Congrats on joining the 'Barn'. What model are you looking at? Tudor, Coupe? Each has options for moving the seat a bit, not a lot....

Ccraw781 · 07-07-2021, 07:42 AM

Some additional information....Was looking at the sedan primarily but always had an eye on a pickup. Looking to gain 3 inches on clutch to get a full throw. For the accelerator anyone know if the Fulton accelerator pedal adds any length?

nkaminar · 07-07-2021, 08:46 AM

For the brake and clutch pedals you can use the extensions used for Model T's, see link below. For the gas pedal and rest you can use a common stand off which as a threaded hole on one end and a threaded stud on the other, available from McMaster Carr. However, best to move the seat forward if possible.

https://www.snydersantiqueauto.com/P...earchByKeyword

I would be inclined to glue the pedal extension to the pedal for safety sake. I am not sure how well the Model T extension would fit the Model A pedals and I think the tab on the bottom may have to be sawed off.

burner31 · 07-07-2021, 09:18 AM

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700rpm · 07-07-2021, 03:28 PM

Have you sat in a pickup? Are you looking at a 28-29 or a 30-31? Neither has much room, but the earlier models are the closest. You might be able to get closer by simply adding a pillow between you and the seat back. More comfortable too.

Ivan in southeast va. · 07-07-2021, 03:44 PM

I am 5'7", a pickup is perfect!

07-07-2021, 05:08 AM	#1
Ccraw781 Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2021 Posts: 2	Newbie question About to get my first Model A but need some advice on modifications. I have searched the forum and found plenty of advice for long legged folks but what about us short legged? Jokes can fly buy I need to extend the clutch and accelerator a few inches to drive safely. Any aftermarket modifications or other options?

07-07-2021, 05:38 AM	#2
Jacksonlll Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Michigan-- Member of Oakleaf of MARC Posts: 1,686	Re: Newbie question Just move the seat forward. That usually works. You are about to have an awful lot of fun with that car. You picked the right one.

07-07-2021, 07:09 AM	#3
Chuck Dempsey Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Waynesville, NC Posts: 784	Re: Newbie question Congrats on joining the 'Barn'. What model are you looking at? Tudor, Coupe? Each has options for moving the seat a bit, not a lot....

07-07-2021, 07:42 AM	#4
Ccraw781 Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2021 Posts: 2	Re: Newbie question Some additional information....Was looking at the sedan primarily but always had an eye on a pickup. Looking to gain 3 inches on clutch to get a full throw. For the accelerator anyone know if the Fulton accelerator pedal adds any length?

07-07-2021, 08:46 AM	#5
nkaminar Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Western North Carolina Posts: 3,897	Re: Newbie question For the brake and clutch pedals you can use the extensions used for Model T's, see link below. For the gas pedal and rest you can use a common stand off which as a threaded hole on one end and a threaded stud on the other, available from McMaster Carr. However, best to move the seat forward if possible. https://www.snydersantiqueauto.com/P...earchByKeyword I would be inclined to glue the pedal extension to the pedal for safety sake. I am not sure how well the Model T extension would fit the Model A pedals and I think the tab on the bottom may have to be sawed off. __________________ A is for apple, green as the sky. Step on the gas, for tomorrow I die. Forget the brakes, they really don't work. The clutch always sticks, and starts with a jerk. My car grows red hair, and flies through the air. Driving's a blast, a blast from the past. Last edited by nkaminar; 07-07-2021 at 08:53 AM.

07-07-2021, 09:18 AM	#6
burner31 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Shawnee, Ok Posts: 3,471	Re: Newbie question Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) Short - Pickup Medium - Coupe Mutants - Sedans Welcome to the Barn __________________ Keith Shawnee OK '31 SW 160-B

07-07-2021, 03:28 PM	#7
700rpm Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Portland, Oregon Posts: 5,902	Re: Newbie question Have you sat in a pickup? Are you looking at a 28-29 or a 30-31? Neither has much room, but the earlier models are the closest. You might be able to get closer by simply adding a pillow between you and the seat back. More comfortable too. __________________ Ray Horton, Portland, OR As you go through life, keep your eye on the donut, not the hole.

07-07-2021, 03:44 PM	#8
Ivan in southeast va. Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Portsmouth, Virginia Posts: 303	Re: Newbie question I am 5'7", a pickup is perfect!

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