Recent content by DartSwinger451

Thanks to all for some excellent suggestions. I have located one shop that that specializes in older cars, hot rods and such. I will try to find a couple more. I will reach out to the local mopar club as well. I hate chemical paint stripper but I might go that route as well (I have more time...

Okay. I've resigned myself to take my 72 Dart in to have the paint and body work done. I have completely stripped the car of all trim and removed front and rear glass. Interior is out except for dash frame and steering column. I am not looking for show quality by any means. I am thinking an...

Nice! What is your ride powered by? I have a 451 that is under construction at the moment.

My experience is yes. Easy fit in a 72 dart with B motor. Power steering/power brakes.

Watching.....

Hell, that pipe is a Picasso compared to some of the Frankenpipes I've cobbled together :)

Going through something similar on the A pillars on my 72 Dart. Making patches and spot welding them in. Slow process making patches because I don't have a shrinker/stretcher. Its with hammer and dolly. Coming along okay for my first attempt at this type of repair.

You might rake a look at Big Block Mopar Engines by Don Taylor. Its geared toward a step by step factory stock rebuild but you can supplement this book with Andy F's book.

video on making your own from a 73 and up K member-

Tell us more about what your intentions are for the car. Street? Strip? Both? IMO the Schumacher mounts and headers make the swap pretty easy but may not be right for your objectives. I have a 400/451 with power steering and power brakes. I used the Schumacher pieces and they work well for me...

I'm still interested. Shipping to 78247?

Checked the cable and it still operates smoothly.

I'm interested as well.

I'm looking for a decent instrument cluster for my 72 dart swinger. Primarily one with a working speedometer.

I had the exact same experience on my 451. The 440source housing was marginal at best. The Mancini housing made a big difference in reducing the temps. No other changes made to the rest of the cooling system.