Search results for query: slant to v8

I used to argue all the time with V8 guys when I was a slanter. It's not that the slant 6 can beat every engine out there when modified because it can't it's just that it's so neat it can go down the road as fast as it can when you do the right things. Obviously a lot of that reliability starts...

My advice is focused on you having a hard pedal but ineffective stopping power,,,,if that isn't the case then Ignore me. But,,,The nine inch brakes just don't don't work well with any wheels larger than the original 13 inch rim. i know, as I have a 71 demon slant six that would stop only very...

I'd agree if he didn't have to pull the six anyways, so I don't see the swap should hinder his decision since either engine he has to do one. If he feels staying with six fills his needs and don't see a v8 swap in his future then I'd say go for it.

here is how Elko performance in Australia do it variable rate rack off a holden, you can have power or manual this is what the advert said $1295 -AP6 & VC slant 6 Valiant Rack & Pinion setup- 1 only- Includes Modified k frame, power rack tie rod ends intermediate shaft steering knuckles...

Probably. Unless the drums were swapped on. These cars are like 50 years old so a lot can happen. Someone that ordered the car talked the dealership into taking the disks off, some drag racer thought they needed drums for less rolling resistance, somebody was parting this car and stole the...

Ah - forgot the 65 trans took a ball and trunnion front joint. But, yeah. There's also pulleys and brackets. Will the 77 360's pulleys and brackets fit in a 65 Valiant??? Don't know. May well not, especially if the 77 had A/C. Might need to scrounge around a bit to find what you need. And...

Hi, I’m still learning the ins and outs of classic cars so I wanted to ask about the possible engines a Feather Duster could have? I found a 1976 Plymouth Duster for sale that needs some work but I’m looking for a Feather Duster so I wanted to confirm it was one before I inquired about it. I...

Nice sounding Leaning Tower Of Power Rusty. I like v8's but that has a nice sound. To @tandart66, If I had a 66 (which I have) I wouldn't transplant a 65 drive train in it. I would go 66 or newer. 65 273's are different than the 66 and newer ones. The heads, intake, transmission, linkage and...

What I know of 1963 to 1966 has the same cross member.

Sorry all for lack of info,it originally had a slant 6 with 3 speed,I imagine rear was small but not sure,do the motor mount kits to swap a V8 or do i need to change k member? Also what size headers for 3inch exhaust? Also would love to have 15 inch wheels and large rear good for street and...

hey all new to the group.doing a swap on our 65 valliant rag top.wonder what I need to change out the throttle linkage. Ted

I’m in Indy, could use this setup

Assuming both are automatics- get the transmission from the Diplomat, too. The slant 6 transmission will not fit a V8. Since the 318 is a 1987, it may still have the Lean Burn system on it, which you will most likely want to delete- all this will involve is an earlier electronic ignition...

What kind of mechanical abilities do you have? Have you ever done a motor swap, or transmission repair/adjustment?

i daily drive a 80 D150 step bed with /6 od833 and love it! few ask when im V8 swaping it i just shake my head no!! but it would be so easy to do!!

Yes, thank you, I'm aware that the GM HEI system is superior, I've seen the testing and so forth on slant six forum, great stuff. So, do you know why 3 ohms would be specified for 4 and 6 cylinders and lower resistance for v8's? That's the part I don't get. Why would one not want more spark...

If the second car (273 car) has the better body, I'd build that one. If neither one has a good solid body, I'd find a third one that does and build it instead. Use the other two for parts. If your second car is good, I'd keep it a 273 and sell the rebuilt 225 to help fund the 273 build (assuming...

I'm having a tough time trying to locate a /6 throttle cable for a 1965 B-body. I need the extra length over the v8 cables. Are the A-body cable the same length? Stock v8 cables are 20" on the b-body. Con someone post the length of theirs? Thanks.

That's what I would do also. I like the 225 A cars. A real pleasure for cruising around. My favorite of the many I've owned was a 68 4dr, auto ac, ps, pb Dart. That was a great do everything car. It certainly earned my respect. If I had a clean 2dr 225 A car and wanted a v8, it would have to run...

Yup, or, get a '66 V8 parts car to do the changeover, or, just buy a '66 Dart with a V8 already in it.

You've gathered incorrectly. This is why one dipstick and tube does not fit all. For example, try putting a 67-76 A body slant 6 pan on a 66 and back slant 6 A body. Ain't happenin, because the pans are shaped differently. There are subtle shape differences in V8 pans as well, so you have to be...

Sorry i am in the UK i forgot i think in the USA its called a hood i want one like the car in the photo i am 80 years old i have had many Mopars but could never get used to LHD this car i have found is RHD but it is in very sad condition The first Mopar i got was a 67 Fastback Barracuda i loved...

I actually have had a few that never had issues. I am not easy on parts. I did break a 8.75 behind a slant.

Almost every time someone asks me what I have in my Duster, I answer "just a 318." Normal response to that is "nothing wrong with that, one of the best engines ever made". FWIW, I think you running a Slant 6 is cool.

Hey everyone: Looking for an incomplete set of P2843177 solid lifters (hollow, with the pushrod seat held in by a snap ring). Maybe you broke a set for a Slant Six and have the 4 spares, or maybe just extras laying around. I need these to complete a partial set I have for a V8 application. Thanks!

I can't say I am that familiar with post 69 A bodies. But I do not believe the clutch pedal is adjustable. On the bumper and that's it. @AJ/FormS may know different. Have you considered your brake pedal is too low for whatever reason?

I was thinking about going that route for round 2 after round one I went too short, but had I done that I still would have been too short. Granted I have +2 leafs and the pinion angle shims shoved the axle back a little too so it was bound to be different, but had not learned that yet. But I...

It would be wise to build the 318, if it was a complete running motor but it's a basket case that is missing parts and will likely need some machine work. Since it's likely to be cheaper for him to buy a known OK motor than even assemble what he's got, it just makes sense. The kid is still...

Is yours a 225 or a different combination. Is the balancer bolt a common part with V8's?

Thx guys ! I means a lot to me :) , its the first factory stock engine that i run....beside a slant 6 , never ran a stock mopar, the 318 2bbl moves the fury surprisingly well , im a sleeper build fanatic and i am always wondering these days how well 318 2bbl can be , i have my 400hp duster for...