Converting a Model A

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BBM
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Converting a Model A

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Looking for someone to hire with experience in the overhaul and conversion of Model A engines to do my engine for me.
Any leads or recommendations would be appreciated .

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slater_m_d
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Re: Converting a Model A

Post by slater_m_d »

https://www.antiqueenginerebuilding.com ... hort_block

I'm building a Piet that will have a Model A as well, and here's a place that will rebuild/upgrade for a really reasonable rate. As far as making the parts for the Piet, I've talked to a couple of local machinists, and they all said making the custom parts shouldn't be too difficult or expensive. The site I linked to will modernize the A engine, and increase safety and longevity. Babbitt Bearings went out of the automobile world for a reason.
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