Really sweet looking truck.

[quote=Red383]
For the engine, I’m looking for opinions on which direction I should go. I kind of like the look of the wide 318 that is in there, but is rebuilding it a good option? Parts availability? Are headers and intake manifolds available?[quote]

I like the idea of the old poly.
A rebuild is no more difficult than any later V-8.
I believe the shortblock is the same.
Might be want to see if a stroker kit would work.

There is some progress being made with Hot Rodding the Poly.
https://search.yahoo.com/search?p=polysuperpac.com
Don't know about headers but the motors are getting some LOVE.
I've read a few articles in "Chrysler Power" magazine,

[quote=Red383]
Emergency brake stops it for now. Seems like the brake pedal swing arm needs lubed up, the pedal doesn't want to come back up when pressed.[quote]


I just went through this with my 77 van. It was the rubber hoses had gone soft insde and would act like a flapping rubber valve to keep the fluid from returning unless I manually pulled the pedal back up.

Not a bad idea to replace all the brake components including the lines.
Not too hard a job and well worth the effort.


The split rims gotta go.
They are considered to be dangerous.
I doubt you could find someone to mount anything on 'em.
I am no help in finding replacements.
I used 18"X 8" aftermarket wheels.
Great tire availability.

Your not going to find "new" tires in the 16.5 size.