How about a 4.3 V6 w/a turbo slapped onto it?
How about a 4.3 V6 w/a turbo slapped onto it?
4g63t with a Tremec T5.
I dunno what transmission you'd mate to it, but how about an aircooled Porsche boxer 6, in the front?
NordicSaab wrote: 4g63t with a Tremec T5.
This. 4G63s are dirt cheap, easy to make power, and sound pretty good for a 4 banger. Basically the SBC of the import world, parts are extremely easy to come by.
There is a machinist that makes one-off bell housings for T56 and other common swap trans that bolt up to a 4G63
More RWD 4G63 info
Really not into the flat or semi-gloss paint jobs but this 32 pick up featured on the Summit Racing catalog pretty much has all the right proportions in my opinion and also has a Ford small block for bonus points. This vehicle in any color other then semi gloss black would be perfect!
https://www.summitracing.com/expertadviceandnews/featuredvehicles/hot-rodder-ink-charlie-mounce-39-s-1932-ford-pickup
Although I certainly respect the idea of doing something different!
MadScientistMatt wrote: BMW V12 would have a lot of visual impact. For angering crotchety old men at car shows, I like the idea of a rotary - particularly if you did a lakes pipe style easily uncorked exhaust, or a Honda K or J series. Although picturing it with Subaru cylinder heads poking through each side of the hood might be even better.
Came here to say rotary. Bridgeport/peripheral port will get you about 300 of the angriest, fire-shootingest horsepower you can imagine. And I can't even imagine the rage the "can-of-angry bees" exhaust note will incite at the right kind of show.
jimbbski wrote:WildScotsRacing wrote: I know you said no American V8s, But I don't believe the new Flat Plain Coyote engine has been done yet. So, instead of a Flathead, a Flat Plain! It will surely SOUND like no other Model A rod.That's "plane" not plain. I know they sound the same. That's why many people have trouble with spelling. I still do.
Sorry, SWMBO was reciting a honeydo list at me while I was typing this... that included picking up some cream cheese... plane...
392 hemi with a 8-71 and stacks. Converted to efi and e85. With a 6 speed. And zoomies.
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13B with a huge turbo, a Bee*R ignition cut rev limiter, and a hood exit pipe with a tractor flap. Call it the Brap Rod.
SRT4 converted to RWD. Or the RB25/26/30
Ford 300 inline six with motorcycle ITB's?
RealMiniParker wrote: I dunno what transmission you'd mate to it, but how about an aircooled Porsche boxer 6, in the front?
OP said "no big money".
Rear mounted electric motor with driveshaft going forward to run a headless flathead. Watch the pistons move while you silently drive the streets.
Falls a bit short on your hp requirements but I've always though a Daimler Dart V8 would look great in a hot rod.
92dxman wrote: How about a 4.3 V6 w/a turbo slapped onto it?
Or a 3.5 Ecoboost
Remember that a Model A has a pretty small engine compartment. Even something like a small block Chevy is a tight fit and generally requires relocating the firewall (and therefore reducing interior space, which is also at a premium.) Putting a long engine in there (straight 6, V12, whatever) will most likely require an extended frame. Anything can be done, but it will depend on your fab skills and budget. Personally, if I were to go with a foreign engine I'd look at something like a 4 cylinder Alfa, it's not anywhere near your desired power rating but it will be peppy, and it's one of the best looking engines out there.
I have a 2.3 16v and dogleg getrag from one of my cosworth 190e part outs that awaits me buying and A or similar vintage truck. It think it will be perfect after spending another 7k on it.
You must have seen this...Cosworth for the win.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iFSGSL3Nrmc
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Came here to say this, but i maybe biased 
Jag v12 would be cool, very pretty motors especially if you spend a billion hours polishing one. Frenchd should be here any moment and shout ideas about them and twin turbo for extra effect.
Jeep 4.0 with the 4.2 crank and rods makes a 4.7 that is supposed to put out 300hp with plenty of torque. They had plenty of manuals behind them too
stuart in mn wrote: Remember that a Model A has a pretty small engine compartment. Even something like a small block Chevy is a tight fit and generally requires relocating the firewall (and therefore reducing interior space, which is also at a premium.) Putting a long engine in there (straight 6, V12, whatever) will most likely require an extended frame.
All the more reason for a wankel. :)
Cross flow head straight 6.
Big turbo shooting the exhaust in a strange direction, or:
(turbo would probably be cheaper)
Ford 300i6. Supercharged for max fun.
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