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Yesterday the Southern Nevada weather was perfect for a drive.
Took the old 63 out for a 30 mile spin. I hit the I-11 for a highway cruise.
Ran it up to 80 mph a few times and settled into a 70 mph steady speed.
A loop of state route 93 and I-11 makes a nice run for fun.
Cracks,split, overall a saggy look. Same with transmission mount.
While connected jack the left side then the right using a block of wood on the base of the oil pan checking for stretch and or other defects. Same using a block of wood on tranny pan and inspect that mount.
Yeah,, do it with the...
I've tried the same and the Big Block snorkel factory air cleaners don't clear the distributor/wires.
Also the upper radiator hose.
I had a real nice dual snorkel from a 69 Chrysler thinking man this will look nice.Nope :(
You actually can use the alternator you have. IF you remove the ground brush and use a isolator and brush assembly that now will ground in the Factory style electronic regulator. You will have some wiring to do to connect.
A later model service manual, 1970 up diagram will be needed. Also found...
You will be surprised how well the tri-y's work .I had them on 2 different B body cars, both street driven.
499 RB and a 451 B .If I did another I would use them again.
One thing to look for for good fit is the condition of the Motor Mounts along with the Transmission Mount.
Old saggy mounts play havoc with fit when installing new headers.Even new ones may need shims some times.
Tho I'm a huge fan of TTI's, I've never had a problem with the low price headers...
Photos are 80's Dodge Diplomat parts.
Yes, Reuse the upper and lower control arms of the 62.Spindles can be bought new (Summit, Jegs)or used. All other parts are for a 80" Dodge Diplomat and can be sourced at local auto parts stores.
Show us what you have now. We may be able to tell the year(s)...
I run 215/75/15 on my 63 Belvedere that are 27''. They are radial but you may want to look at a bias tire for a VW Bug.
They will be in the 25.5'' to 26'' in height. Also will work on 3.5'' to 5'' wheel width.
It will give you a big and little look from the 60's if that is what you are after.
I...
I've been doing 62-65 B cars for awhile. Like anything else in this hobby, yes they are getting more expensive and few and far between. Even the 4 door cars. Keep searching and asking around something will come up.
I found my last few on Craig's List and Facebook Market place.
Most all will find this. Either side. My 63 was tighter on the passenger side.
I had 3 cars in the shop 2 63's and a 65. Using the same wheel tire, all 3 were different.
Talking to Tom Hoover the father of the Hemi,he said when it came to chassis tolerance they were very strict.
+ or - 1 to 2...