A Couple of Pics of my 66 Dart-A-Cuda

[Gandy Dancer]

These are some pics of the one year progression of the Dart-A-Cuda. I am currently awaiting the arrival of my manual steering shaft. I'll then be searching for gas tank floor pans and headers. The project has been very rewarding, and I've met a lot of great people along the way! Oh, I'm also looking for a 65 Dodge Dart front left fender. Thanks FABO!

 

[fzmax]

Bitchin'! Where did you find that thing? What are your plans?

 

[Gandy Dancer]

I actually picked her up in SC. I picked it up from a relative. Been sitting down there about 20 years. I want to get it on the street and eventually make a pass or two at the track.

 

[toolmanmike]

That's cool a 66 Barracuda body and a 65 Dart front. I've seen this done before and it makes a one of a kind car. Have fun and keep us posted on your progress. toolmanmike

 

[65 Dartman]

Hey Rich - I have one that "might" be better than what you have. I will try and get some pics after work today.

sent from my iPhone

 

[Gandy Dancer]

Quick update - I have been doing some brake work on the front axles. I am going to have to stick with the drums until I can find a front end disc brake set up at super reasonable price. Oh well, I'll just keep looking. I snagged a copple of dog dish hubcaps, and threw them on just to see how they look. I'll keep on working and keep posting.

 

[65dartcharger]

That's a sweet thing. Keep us updated on your progress.

 

[PapstXX]

Thx for sharing your process

 

[Gandy Dancer]

I'd like to update everyone who has subscried to this thread and let you all know that I am finally the proud owner of a set of World Famous Harold Johnson Spitfire Headers!!! I just got them this week and I am trying to have them on this weekend!! Take a look!!! If anyone has any ideas on collector attachments and down pipes let me know. I have two flow master mufflers, and I really want to have the pipes exit in front of the rear tires, with an H pipe connecting them. Let me know!!! Thanks!!!

 

[66CudaJim]

Nice looking cuda! Can't wait to see your progress.
Jim

 

[Gandy Dancer]

I manage to get the driver side and passenger side spitfires on this weekend, but not without a challenge!!!! The driver side was a learning experience, I had to be patient and tighten each bolt 2-3 turns almost at the same time. It took me a while but I manage to get them in and tightened firmly.

 

[Gandy Dancer]

As you can see it took me into the night trying to get the passenger side on. One thing however is that I did use the tighten all bolts at the same time method which helped. I do have the 90 degree oil filter installed, and I moved it to the 1 o'clock 2 o'clock position, however I over looked resealing it, and when I went to test the headers, I blew all of the oil out of the block. I shut her down to avoid destroying the motor for a minor mistake. If anyone knows where I can obtain the gasket set for the 90 degree oil filter adapter I would appreciate if you would let me know. Thanks!!

 

[66340SEDAN]

What gasket do you need? The one between the block and adapter housing? I have one I can send you. There are a bunch on eBay too, there are also 2 smaller gaskets that go behind the bolt.

BTW, that car looks cool with the 65 Dart clip on it!!!!

 

[Gandy Dancer]

66340Sedan - I have the rubber gasket which goes inside the adapter, however I lneed the two smaller gaskets behind the bolt. I believe when I pulled them down they may have fallen into the oil drain pan.

 

[Gandy Dancer]

I was able to find the rubber gasket for the bolt, and I plan on using rtv on the outer ring. I was also able to pick up a newer radiator.

 

[Gandy Dancer]

The car is coming along. I have found four new sets of tires with Steelies to accompany. I'm working on the brakes now and she should be road ready very soon. I am posting a couiple of recent pics.

 

[Gandy Dancer]

Front View

 

[Gandy Dancer]

Side view!

 

[smlveightis]

Nice work! Liking the look of your front end! Looks right at home.

 

[chryslerfat]

Good to see you have not given up on the old girl.

 

[joeboy]

I like it. Way cool look with those front fenders... Keep us posted on the progress, I wanna see this thing on the road!

JOE

 

[scottylack]

awesome look...

 

[pettybludart]

Gandy Dancer,congrats on the upgrades to your Dart-A-Cuda.I have a 65 Dart grill in VG condition hanging in my garage collecting dust.If your interested,send me a PM.

 

[Gandy Dancer]

I have a couple of recent pictures of my 66 Barracuda with the 65 Dodge Dart Front Clip. She is officially on the road, but I am still shaking her down!

 

[2-66 Cudas]

I am a 66 Valiant/Barracuda fan. I saw an awesome Dart wagon along Ohio 250 last week. This gives me the inspiration to create a Validart Wagon - graft a Valiant front end on it.