69wedge383
Active Member
For a few years now I've been gathering parts for a Front engine dragster I want to build, I would like to build it to "as raced" in the early 1960's. If you have seen Tommy Ivo's twin engine dragster that's the rollbar style I'm looking to do, (might only be allowed to run exhibition??) So here is my comment/ questions. It seems like every Mopar powered dragster in the 50s/60s ran a Hemi, did any run something else like a small block 273? Or ?? I like the 273 engine idea and think it would be different. I saw a Chevy 283 powered rail job and thought it was spot-on. How about the 383? It is bulletproof and readily available to me. Lastly I already have a Powerglide, keep it? I don't know if I want an in&bout box with today's tire compounds and limited horsepower. or should I look for a 3 speed or?? I'm open to any suggestion, I'm not looking to break any records, just have some fun running something different.