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Installing a V8 60 in a model A

Discussion in 'The Hokey Ass Message Board' started by jhtrlake, Jul 10, 2016.

  1. jhtrlake
    Joined: Apr 12, 2013
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    jhtrlake
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    from Michigan

    I'm looking to put a V8 60 in my 31' Roadster. I'm sure this has probably been done hundreds of times. I'm looking for some pointers and helpful advise regarding installation, clutch/transmission recommendations, etc.


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  2. Flathead Dave
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    I went with a C-4 trans with my flathead. I can't use a clutch anymore so an automatic is for me. My brother also had a C-4 with his 60hp.
     

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  3. Check out the displacement on the 60hp. For the 60 its 136 cubic inches, for the 4 banger it is 200 cubic inches and for the 85 HP V8 it is 221 through 255 (http://www.vanpeltsales.com/FH_web/flathead_home.htm). You would probably be better off with a hopped up 4 banger or an 85 hp V8. At least find one and drive it before you get too far.

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  4. verde742
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    SO TRUE, Cute but a real waste of effort, been there, done that... BUT 60 hp engines are cute !!!!
     
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  5. verde742
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    Don't mistake THIS picture for a 6o hp flathead !!!! this is a '49-'53 style. A totally different breed !! This engine is Much, Much, physically bigger..
     
  6. Unless your 60 looks like this one, go with an 85. After building some for vintage midgets, I can tell you that you can build almost anything else cheaper!

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  7. Flathead Dave
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    Yes. It's a 1951 8BA 100hp.

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  8. Run a full size flathead, the V860 will disappear in front of a model a firewall. Plus they cost a shit ton more to build than the bigger ones which is really saying something as far as flatheads go.
     
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  9. 42merc
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    If you really want to go slower, install the 60 horse.
     
  10. dan c
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    might be ok in a t-bucket. those boat racers and midget drivers had the right idea
     
  11. daniel findling
    Joined: Nov 14, 2012
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    I have been running a v8-60 for several years in a Model A pickup. Fits nicely without having to modify the firewall. I am now building a supercharged v8-60 for my Model A. You can visit my build. https://www.facebook.com/v860hotrod/

    Any questions, happily answered.

    Daniel
     

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