How to build a 1968 Super Stock Dart?

[AussieDart]

Hello Everybody, Is there a thread or a website out there that has a step by step break down for cloning a Super Stock Dart? I have Googled, Youtubed and searched here but have only come up with bits and pieces. I have an idea for a build and would love to get a hold of a step by step break down of what goes into recreating one of these awesome cars. I would appreciate any leads you have. Thanks.

 

[ns1rm21]

It’s not that simple. You just need to start your research, read everything you can and do your homework. I’ve had my Dart for a long time and next year my Barracuda will be done but it was not an easy road. Good luck to you.

 

[hemicop]

How exact of a copy do you want? An EXACT copy, as shipped can be difficult and pretty expensive as specialized pieces may be unobtainable or simply be too difficult to reproduce to make it worthwhile. I've done 3 cars--- an exact repo, a class legal yet street-legal S/S, big-tire care and my current car, a combo of the two. Personally I liked my first one. Wish I had it back. If you can find it, I'd suggest getting a copy of the "Authentication Guide to 1968 Dart & Barracuda Hemi Superstock" by Jim Schild. That or look up "S/S and AFX" here in Arizona. Craig Fernald has been building clones for others for years & sells some of the hard-to-find parts. He's pricey but good and has even figured a way to put AC in them. That part isn't anywhere near accurate but is a good creature comfort. Of course you could always PM a member here like myself & I'm sure they'd be happy to guide you through. Good Luck!

 

[ns1rm21]

Here is a few pictures of my car. If you have any question just ask.

 

[ns1rm21]

Round two

 

[ns1rm21]

Round three

 

[ns1rm21]

Here is five

 

[ns1rm21]

Those should keep you busy for some time.

 

[famous bob]

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[ns1rm21]

Yes, it does take money but there is nothing like doing things yourself. The only think that I farm out is applying paint, transmission and machine work to the engine. Everything else is me. I have failed many times ( I don’t want to talk about headliners ) but the cost of parts is cheep compared to labor cost.

 

[Malex]

I’ve been working on a Dart for a couple of winters. It’s my winter times project. It resembles a super stock Dart, but somethings are also my preference. For example I kept the rear seat, mini tubbed and narrowed a Dana, Wilwood, etc. Are you trying to recreate as close as exact? With my job it is also a complete at home build, with all but the finish hone work on the kB block. I spent lots of time on the rear wheel openings to get them right. Installing a new full quarter was far less work than making the cut and building the tub to fit. The build has been by far the best and most motivating all the way through. You’ll see what I mean.