Jeep 4.0 in 69 Barracuda

Happy Holidays to all. Santa has visited me early this year. I was able to buy the QA1 coil over conversion kit for the barracuda. The project is back on track.

From the center of the engine to the outside edge of the starter motor is just under 9.5 inches. And from center of the engine to the outer edge of the starter solenoid is just under 11 inches. So I measured 11in from the center of the K-Frame to see whats in my way, and there is nothing. The lower control arm brackets are at least 12inches out from center. And those are the most narrow point in the kit. I am super excited. I almost gave up on this and built up a slant six. I am giving this engine 1 last chance before I go back to original 318 or a slant six.

I have a Cherokee in the garage right now getting transmission lines installed. Afterwards a Mk4 (2003) Jetta wagon TDi 5sp is going in the garage for a engine/clutch/transmission replacement. I am hoping to get the barracuda in the garage by mid Jan.

I will keep everyone posted.

Happy Holidays,
John