My new to me 64 Polara

[toolmanmike]

I found a 64 only photo file on my computer. Here's a few I like.

 

[Dave6T4]

Very nice pictures Dave, do you have any of the Cdn 440 model taillights? Probably not many Americans have seen them?

I guess I should have gone around and got some "bum" shots of the Canadian '64 Dodge 440's to show the different tail light treatment versus U.S. cars. The Spuce Green one belongs to my friend, Bob. He also has the black Canadian '63 Dodge 440 that I have posted pictures of.

 

[Dave6T4]

I found a 64 only photo file on my computer. Here's a few I like.

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That Anniversary Gold colour is so much nicer than it shows in photographs. It is almost an early "Flip/Flop" colour in that it changes so much depending on lighting.

 

[toolmanmike]

That Anniversary Gold colour is so much nicer than it shows in photographs. It is almost an early "Flop/Flop" colour in that it changes so much depending on lighting.

Exactly.

 

[toolmanmike]

I guess I should have gone around and got some "bum" shots of the Canadian '64 Dodge 440's to show the different tail light treatment versus U.S. cars. The Spuce Green one belongs to my friend, Bob. He also has the black Canadian '63 Dodge 440 that I have posted pictures of.

I would like to see the difference.

 

[Dave6T4]

My friend has a 1962 Dart Max Wedge clone, using 1964 3705 carbs. He has decided he would like to get the carbs freshened up, and I said the hardest part would likely be finding the rebuild kits. I found some U.S. sites that listed them, but were out of stock. About $100US per kit, if they had them. I found a site up here in Ontario that listed them. Parts Avatar, in Mississauga, Ontario. They were on sale, and came in 2 days, with no brokerage fees or tariffs. $112CAN, for the pair, including HST and shipping. Good Hygrade kits, just like the old days. Just a tip for anybody needing these rebuild kits for their "big top" AFB's. I don't know if modern Edelbrock kits would have been the same.

 

[toolmanmike]

I have a love for 64 Dodges. I hope to own one before I tip over permanently. I have asked others what is the last car you want to own before they take your license away? For me it's a 64 Dodge. Any of the mid size models, Polara,440 or 330. Post up photos of yours or your favorites. Feed my frenzy! Thanks. This one is so clean. The wheels set off the chrome and although the color may be considered bland, it's a very attractive combination.

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It's fun to look back at my first post and I can honestly say I now own a 64 Polara 500. It's a Arizona car, real solid with many new parts. Hey, the clock even works. LOL

 

[Runcharger]

Cool car.

 

[toolmanmike]

I picked up a pretty nice 64 Polara 500. A friend is in the Mopar business and found it in Arizona where he spends the winter. It's a solid car with lots of new parts. So much is already done. New exhaust, brakes, front suspension, rear springs, fuel tank, pump, and carb. (which needs some attention) The little things like the gas gauge works, and even the clock. LOL The 15" Cragars are a big plus. Like all 50+ year old cars, it needs some fixing, TLC, and personal touches but that's the fun part. It has been painted but has some typical Az. sun fade on the top sides. No biggie. Patina or scuff and shoot. The body is pretty straight. My first B body was a 69 Road Runner followed by a few 69 Bee's and Coronets but I have never owned a early B body until now. It should be a fun cruiser.

 

[icetech]

that's awesome mike, i hope you just keep it as a stock driver.. Also nice to have it converted to electronic ignition already

P.S. You should trade me.. that's my all time favorite Had one bout 30 years ago

 

[toolmanmike]

that's awesome mike, i hope you just keep it as a stock driver.. Also nice to have it converted to electronic ignition already

P.S. You should trade me.. that's my all time favorite Had one bout 30 years ago

Thanks, I will keep it just like it is. I like the stance and the wheels. The color is nice too. It looks pewter in the sun. Yes the electronic ignition is a plus. A lot of good things have allready been done. New dual exhaust, front and rear suspension, fuel tank, conversion driveshaft. A lot of things I don't have to do myself.

 

[VANDAN]

It's fun to look back at my first post and I can honestly say I now own a 64 Polara 500. It's a Arizona car, real solid with many new parts. Hey, the clock even works. LOL I started a thread officially introducing it to the group. My new to me 64 Polara

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That Is One Sweet Ride !!!

 

[pnora]

I picked up a pretty nice 64 Polara 500. A friend is in the Mopar business and found it in Arizona where he spends the winter. It's a solid car with lots of new parts. So much is already done. New exhaust, brakes, front suspension, rear springs, fuel tank, pump, and carb. (which needs some attention) The little things like the gas gauge works, and even the clock. LOL The 15" Cragars are a big plus. Like all 50+ year old cars, it needs some fixing, TLC, and personal touches but that's the fun part. It has been painted but has some typical Az. sun fade on the top sides. No biggie. Patina or scuff and shoot. The body is pretty straight. My first B body was a 69 Road Runner followed by a few 69 Bee's and Coronets but I have never owned a early B body until now. It should be a fun cruiser.

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You need to fix those exhaust tips.

 

[mr. b]

good find nice looking polara

 

[icetech]

This is how you fix those tips...

 

[toolmanmike]

You need to fix those exhaust tips.

Yep, I'll work on that. They welded them on. It needs turn downs of some sort. .

 

[440 PHIXX]

Beautiful! First thing I’d address is that single pot master cylinder.

 

[toolmanmike]

Beautiful! First thing I’d address is that single pot master cylinder.

It's new along with the brakes and they work well. Until they don't.
That's a good thing to put on my list. Thanks for the suggestion.

 

[toolmanmike]

I messed around with it earlier. Pulled it out and gave it a bath. It looks pretty good from 20 ft. away and that's perfect for me.

 

[Darter6]

Don't tell me you got rid of the 66 Dart ? I liked that car..
Anyway welcome to the world of early "B's" It won't be long you will be looking for a 4 bbl intake.
It sure made a difference when I had my 64 Poly.