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'55-56 Dodge late-model V8 #1050531 08/10/11 03:43 PM 08/10/11 03:43 PM
Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake 56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II
56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake	I tried searching for info, but anyone who's used the search function here knows it's "iffy" at best. Anyway, the 315 Poly in my '56 Dodge is pretty much toast and I am thinking later-model V8 & automatic transmission swap. May go small block, may go big block. Would like to do this without spending crazy money, I have a line on both big & small block engines at reasonable prices. I also own a '94 Ram with a 318 & 5-speed, would not be opposed to yanking this drivetrain and converting the '56 to a stick. (Truck is rough). Any input from folks that have done this would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Mike

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: 56_Royal_Lancer] #1050532 08/10/11 04:13 PM 08/10/11 04:13 PM
Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake 56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II
56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake	On 2nd thought, scratch the "318 5-speed" idea. Definitly going automatic. 6772674-56rain2.JPG (314 downloads)

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: 56_Royal_Lancer] #1050533 08/10/11 04:37 PM 08/10/11 04:37 PM
Joined: Sep 2005 Posts: 12,481 Chino Valley RodStRace I Live Here
RodStRace I Live Here Joined: Sep 2005 Posts: 12,481 Chino Valley	Considering those came with V8s, I'd imagine it would be easier than the earlier ones with only flat 6s. The engine/trans is the easy part anyway. Wiring (old 6V to 12 V), cooling, brakes, rear axle all come into play. Try forward look forums and the swap info here for guidelines. The 94 would be a magnum, it may be the best v8 to swap in, provided the intake/carb swap and fuel pump are in the budget. I doubt the stock PCM would play nice if you swapped the trans, although they could be made to work.

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: RodStRace] #1050534 08/10/11 04:44 PM 08/10/11 04:44 PM
Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake 56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II
56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake	Yeah, I'm going to check in over at forwardlook, too. This just happened today. I am going to limp it to the Nats this weekend, but looks like that is the swan song for the ol' poly. I just had a friend offer to loan me a 500+c.i.Hemi 4-speed '69 R/T for the weekend but I don't think I want to be responsible for that monster. But what an offer, huh?

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: 56_Royal_Lancer] #1050535 08/11/11 12:30 PM 08/11/11 12:30 PM
Joined: Mar 2004 Posts: 1,581 Friendly, WV wedgeheaded pro stock
wedgeheaded pro stock Joined: Mar 2004 Posts: 1,581 Friendly, WV	I see your car often at National Trail and always enjoy it. Nice ride.

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: wedgeheaded] #1050536 08/11/11 02:20 PM 08/11/11 02:20 PM
Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake 56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II
56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake	Thanks! I'm really on the fence here - I could build the 315 and invest a ton of money in it or go with a later model engine for probably less $$ and more performance, but I'll lose the "period correctness" of the car. It's still limping along, if you see me on the side of the road with the hood up, stop and say 'hi"!

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: 56_Royal_Lancer] #1050537 08/11/11 03:54 PM 08/11/11 03:54 PM
Joined: Mar 2004 Posts: 1,581 Friendly, WV wedgeheaded pro stock
wedgeheaded pro stock Joined: Mar 2004 Posts: 1,581 Friendly, WV	It's probably of no interest to you but I have a couple 64 polaras with poly 318s in them. It's a little late for your car but they're available.

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: wedgeheaded] #1050538 08/14/11 02:35 AM 08/14/11 02:35 AM
Joined: Dec 2004 Posts: 1,757 levittown pa fstfish66 top fuel
fstfish66 top fuel Joined: Dec 2004 Posts: 1,757 levittown pa	poly,s look cool all dressed up, a reground cam,and 4 bbl intake will hop it up a tad,,different is kool,,,,,but the cost of parts for those motors and the early hemis,, is waay up there,,,, a magnum would be dependable,and cheaper to swap with a carb,verses swapping in the injection,,, 1966 barracuda prostreeter super charged 340(SOLD) 1940 dodge coupe 241 hemi street rod 2014 ram express hemi 4x4 dailey driver 2015 cherokee 2013 R/T classic

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: fstfish66] #1050539 08/14/11 12:18 PM 08/14/11 12:18 PM
Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake 56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II
56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake	Yeah, I really like the look of the Poly, and it already has a 4BBL. I just don't have a ton of money to invest in it.I scored a running, complete '67 440 w/ a 727 torqueflite yesterday at the Nats. Sooo...anyone have a straight axle setup taking up space in the garage? This whole project may take on a life of it's own

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: 56_Royal_Lancer] #1050540 08/15/11 05:29 PM 08/15/11 05:29 PM
Joined: Dec 2004 Posts: 1,757 levittown pa fstfish66 top fuel
fstfish66 top fuel Joined: Dec 2004 Posts: 1,757 levittown pa	Quote: Yeah, I really like the look of the Poly, and it already has a 4BBL. I just don't have a ton of money to invest in it.I scored a running, complete '67 440 w/ a 727 torqueflite yesterday at the Nats. Sooo...anyone have a straight axle setup taking up space in the garage? This whole project may take on a life of it's own speeed way motors for the straight axel stuff,, what exactly is wrong with the poly ? 315 C.I? 1966 barracuda prostreeter super charged 340(SOLD) 1940 dodge coupe 241 hemi street rod 2014 ram express hemi 4x4 dailey driver 2015 cherokee 2013 R/T classic

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: fstfish66] #1050541 08/15/11 05:41 PM 08/15/11 05:41 PM
Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake 56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II
56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake	Don't know for sure yet - Going to start going through the engine in earnest this week. It was getting pretty tired overall, smoking a bit. I know the history of this car, I don't think it has had a head off in 55 years! )Oh, and yes, it is a 315 4bbl. says "Super Red Ram" on the valve covers. Last edited by 56_Royal_Lancer; 08/15/11 05:42 PM.

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: 56_Royal_Lancer] #1050542 08/15/11 07:02 PM 08/15/11 07:02 PM
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RodStRace I Live Here Joined: Sep 2005 Posts: 12,481 Chino Valley	Speedway as mentioned, or scare up an A-100 if the width will work. NOTE: there are 2 different spindles, brakes and springs on these! Make sure you can ID which you have!

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: RodStRace] #1050543 08/15/11 08:45 PM 08/15/11 08:45 PM
Joined: Jan 2007 Posts: 10,301 A Red State SNK-EYZ I Live Here
SNK-EYZ I Live Here Joined: Jan 2007 Posts: 10,301 A Red State	I can't say about the poly, but I know for sure that the late model 318 bolts in a 55 Desoto that had a 291 Hemi in it. One was a direct bolt on, the other needed one tab extended for the 94 318 Magnum I used. I had mocked it up with 67 318 and it was a bolt in with no mods. They had eliminated one of the bosses on the 94 block so use a different boss hole and add a place to get the bottom bolt attached to the block (r/s if I remember correctly). I'm pretty sure that the poly engine mount bosses (ears) on the block are the same. If I can give you anymore details about the swap pm me and I'll tell you what I can. Kayse and I love the way your car looks, checked it out again at the Nats over the weekend. The pics in your rear window package tray have inspired her to do her own version of strong/great women in history in her 55 Desoto. Now I just need to get the car done. Kayse can't keep up at all now. lol

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: SNK-EYZ] #1050544 08/15/11 09:02 PM 08/15/11 09:02 PM
Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake 56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II
56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake	Thanks for the detail pics of the mounts. 1st thing tomorrow we are putting the '56 on a lift to see what we have to work with. I'm pretty sure we will be replacing some body mounts. And, of course, figuring out just what is wrong with the 315. Glad you like the rear window shelf - that's one of my favorite features of the car. And I really like Kayse's idea for hers 6779993-56rearwindow.jpg (245 downloads)

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: 56_Royal_Lancer] #1050545 08/15/11 10:48 PM 08/15/11 10:48 PM
Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake 56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II
56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake	If you decide to do a collage, here is how I did mine: I made the shelf out of luan. Then I ran high-quality copies on the best photo paper I could find. Here's the key: after you glue them down with spray glue, spray the photos with UV protectant available at most craft stores. You saw the photos in my shelf. They have been under all that glass for 3 or 4 years.

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: 56_Royal_Lancer] #1050546 08/16/11 10:41 AM 08/16/11 10:41 AM
Joined: Dec 2004 Posts: 1,757 levittown pa fstfish66 top fuel
fstfish66 top fuel Joined: Dec 2004 Posts: 1,757 levittown pa	Quote: Don't know for sure yet - Going to start going through the engine in earnest this week. It was getting pretty tired overall, smoking a bit. I know the history of this car, I don't think it has had a head off in 55 years! )Oh, and yes, it is a 315 4bbl. says "Super Red Ram" on the valve covers. let me know what you decide to do with that 315... 1966 barracuda prostreeter super charged 340(SOLD) 1940 dodge coupe 241 hemi street rod 2014 ram express hemi 4x4 dailey driver 2015 cherokee 2013 R/T classic

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: 56_Royal_Lancer] #1050547 08/16/11 10:48 AM 08/16/11 10:48 AM
Joined: Dec 2004 Posts: 1,757 levittown pa fstfish66 top fuel
fstfish66 top fuel Joined: Dec 2004 Posts: 1,757 levittown pa	Quote: If you decide to do a collage, here is how I did mine: I made the shelf out of luan. Then I ran high-quality copies on the best photo paper I could find. Here's the key: after you glue them down with spray glue, spray the photos with UV protectant available at most craft stores. You saw the photos in my shelf. They have been under all that glass for 3 or 4 years. some pics of this car please,,,hard to find any one that does any thing with this era mopar,,,, 1966 barracuda prostreeter super charged 340(SOLD) 1940 dodge coupe 241 hemi street rod 2014 ram express hemi 4x4 dailey driver 2015 cherokee 2013 R/T classic

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: fstfish66] #1050548 08/16/11 04:30 PM 08/16/11 04:30 PM
Joined: Jan 2003 Posts: 16,376 D dogdays I Live Here
dogdays I Live Here D Joined: Jan 2003 Posts: 16,376	I vote for Dodge Hemi heads on the Poly shortblock. It'd up the cool factor. R.

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: 56_Royal_Lancer] #1050549 08/16/11 11:11 PM 08/16/11 11:11 PM
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wldtm super stock W Joined: May 2005 Posts: 1,130 Dayton, Ohio	Quote: I tried searching for info, but anyone who's used the search function here knows it's "iffy" at best. Anyway, the 315 Poly in my '56 Dodge is pretty much toast and I am thinking later-model V8 & automatic transmission swap. May go small block, may go big block. Would like to do this without spending crazy money, I have a line on both big & small block engines at reasonable prices. I also own a '94 Ram with a 318 & 5-speed, would not be opposed to yanking this drivetrain and converting the '56 to a stick. (Truck is rough). Any input from folks that have done this would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Mike I make a harness to do a magnum swap. I have to successful cars done and another harness ready for the same year you are talking. This would use stock efi and have great driveability. Look in the modern mopar parts forsale section if you are interested in this route. PS i am in dayton ohio if that helps. Justin Interested in having you car wired? Drag car, street car, EFI swap? PM for details

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: fstfish66] #1050550 08/17/11 01:43 PM 08/17/11 01:43 PM
Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake 56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II
56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake	some pics of this car please,,,hard to find any one that does any thing with this era mopar,,,, For sure, not many people work with these early Forward look cars. Heck, it was at the mopar Nats and a couple guys were overheard muttering about "that Ford they let in". Oh well. In their defense it only says "Dodge" on the dash, but c'mon... Here is the way I ran it for a few years: 6782502-56onthelinesml.jpg (337 downloads)

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: 56_Royal_Lancer] #1050551 08/17/11 01:48 PM 08/17/11 01:48 PM
Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake 56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II
56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake	I got tired of that look and the paint was coming off in chunks so I removed about 50 lbs. of random trim & logos, had the holes welded up and shot the car satin black 6782508-56front4.1.jpg (363 downloads)

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: 56_Royal_Lancer] #1050552 08/17/11 01:51 PM 08/17/11 01:51 PM
Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake 56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II
56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake	I've owned a lot of "show poodles" and this car is way more fun. You do whatever you want without being assulted by numbers geeks. You know, stuff like putting 10 lug nuts on a wheel... 6782513-56wheel.jpg (244 downloads)

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: 56_Royal_Lancer] #1050553 08/17/11 01:53 PM 08/17/11 01:53 PM
Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake 56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II
56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake	Here's a rear shot. Most of my other detail pics are on my other computer 6782515-BW56.jpg (194 downloads)

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: 56_Royal_Lancer] #1050554 08/17/11 01:59 PM 08/17/11 01:59 PM
Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake 56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II
56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake	Anyway, we had it on a lift yesterday and it is far more solid than any of us expected. Since it looks like I have a good foundation to build on it appears I am going the big-block route. I picked up a 1967 440 & 727 at the Nats, now we are stepping back, taking some measurements and creating a build plan. Yep, I'm really leaning towards a gasser-style build. Here's one more shot from about 7 years ago... 6782525-MY56.jpg (219 downloads)

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: 56_Royal_Lancer] #1050555 08/19/11 12:41 AM 08/19/11 12:41 AM
Joined: Dec 2004 Posts: 1,757 levittown pa fstfish66 top fuel
fstfish66 top fuel Joined: Dec 2004 Posts: 1,757 levittown pa	Quote: some pics of this car please,,,hard to find any one that does any thing with this era mopar,,,, For sure, not many people work with these early Forward look cars. Heck, it was at the mopar Nats and a couple guys were overheard muttering about "that Ford they let in". Oh well. In their defense it only says "Dodge" on the dash, but c'mon... Here is the way I ran it for a few years: SWEET love those mid 50s mopars,, 1966 barracuda prostreeter super charged 340(SOLD) 1940 dodge coupe 241 hemi street rod 2014 ram express hemi 4x4 dailey driver 2015 cherokee 2013 R/T classic

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: 56_Royal_Lancer] #1050556 08/19/11 12:42 AM 08/19/11 12:42 AM
Joined: Dec 2004 Posts: 1,757 levittown pa fstfish66 top fuel
fstfish66 top fuel Joined: Dec 2004 Posts: 1,757 levittown pa	Quote: I got tired of that look and the paint was coming off in chunks so I removed about 50 lbs. of random trim & logos, had the holes welded up and shot the car satin black NICE reminds me of the D 500 1966 barracuda prostreeter super charged 340(SOLD) 1940 dodge coupe 241 hemi street rod 2014 ram express hemi 4x4 dailey driver 2015 cherokee 2013 R/T classic

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: 56_Royal_Lancer] #1050557 08/19/11 12:43 AM 08/19/11 12:43 AM
Joined: Dec 2004 Posts: 1,757 levittown pa fstfish66 top fuel
fstfish66 top fuel Joined: Dec 2004 Posts: 1,757 levittown pa	Quote: Here's a rear shot. Most of my other detail pics are on my other computer LOVE IT THANSK FOR SHOWING UR RIDE,,, 1966 barracuda prostreeter super charged 340(SOLD) 1940 dodge coupe 241 hemi street rod 2014 ram express hemi 4x4 dailey driver 2015 cherokee 2013 R/T classic

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: fstfish66] #1050558 08/25/11 11:20 AM 08/25/11 11:20 AM
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dynamite pro stock D Joined: Jan 2007 Posts: 1,444 NEW JERSEY	I did the 440 thing..1956 Plymouth.now a 493 stroker 6794319-larrys56small.jpg (194 downloads) Last edited by dynamite; 08/25/11 11:25 AM.

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: dynamite] #1050559 08/25/11 02:26 PM 08/25/11 02:26 PM
Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake 56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II
56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake	Yessss! THAT'S the car & member I was thinking of. PM sent

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: 56_Royal_Lancer] #1050560 08/25/11 09:54 PM 08/25/11 09:54 PM
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dynamite pro stock D Joined: Jan 2007 Posts: 1,444 NEW JERSEY	one more pic 6795299-Dashboard.jpg (195 downloads)

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: dynamite] #1050561 08/25/11 11:57 PM 08/25/11 11:57 PM
Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake 56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II
56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake	Big Daddy is a cool guy, he signed mine, too! He must like '56 Mopars. 6795570-DSCN0524.JPG (181 downloads)

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: 56_Royal_Lancer] #1050562 08/30/11 12:10 AM 08/30/11 12:10 AM
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dynamite pro stock D Joined: Jan 2007 Posts: 1,444 NEW JERSEY	next one for my 56 6801646-058.JPG (188 downloads)

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: dynamite] #1050563 08/30/11 12:42 PM 08/30/11 12:42 PM
Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake 56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II
56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake	Groovy! I will be putting together a list of questions for you soon and give you a call. Most likely next week. Mike

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: 56_Royal_Lancer] #1050564 08/30/11 02:01 PM 08/30/11 02:01 PM
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dynamite pro stock D Joined: Jan 2007 Posts: 1,444 NEW JERSEY	How about original 56 fury power 6802290-052.JPG (246 downloads)

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: dynamite] #1050565 08/30/11 04:38 PM 08/30/11 04:38 PM
Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake 56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II
56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake	Yeah, baby - don't see many 303s. '56 Fury was/is a great car. There was one at the Mopar Nats last year.

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: dynamite] #1050566 09/02/11 01:50 AM 09/02/11 01:50 AM
Joined: Dec 2004 Posts: 1,757 levittown pa fstfish66 top fuel
fstfish66 top fuel Joined: Dec 2004 Posts: 1,757 levittown pa	Quote: How about original 56 fury power SWEET 1966 barracuda prostreeter super charged 340(SOLD) 1940 dodge coupe 241 hemi street rod 2014 ram express hemi 4x4 dailey driver 2015 cherokee 2013 R/T classic

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: dynamite] #1050567 11/07/11 11:41 AM 11/07/11 11:41 AM
Joined: May 2003 Posts: 6,616 Downtown Roebuck Ont Twostick Still wishing...
Twostick Still wishing... Joined: May 2003 Posts: 6,616 Downtown Roebuck Ont	Quote: How about original 56 fury power How about a .100" over 318 poly with a 4.25" stroker crank kit? 427 cubes under those 2 fours would be fun. A poly and an LA are basically the same from the deck down so all that cool small block stroker stuff will work and a poly block will easily take a .100" overbore. Kevin

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: Twostick] #1050568 11/07/11 12:59 PM 11/07/11 12:59 PM
Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake 56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II
56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake	Well, I am deep into it. Looks like I am going to run an engine plate for a front mount & keep the stock suspension (freshened up). There is a guy local to me with a 440 in a '56 Plymouth and I was able to get a ton of info from him and pics of his installation. He used a set of off the shelf Hedmann headers & they fit just fine with the stock steering box. Right now I am having some floor/cowl/body mount rust issues addressed. The 440 is back from from the machine shop and the Torqueflite is being rebuilt/beefed up. Unless the sky falls I see no reason why I won't be driving this thing by May. 6907877-56440042.jpg (395 downloads)

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: 56_Royal_Lancer] #1050569 11/08/11 01:19 AM 11/08/11 01:19 AM
Joined: May 2003 Posts: 6,616 Downtown Roebuck Ont Twostick Still wishing...
Twostick Still wishing... Joined: May 2003 Posts: 6,616 Downtown Roebuck Ont	That will look after the go. If you haven't already addressed it, this will look after the whoa. http://ecihotrodbrakes.com/dodge_plymouth_discbrake_conversions.html Kevin

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: Twostick] #1050570 11/08/11 01:26 AM 11/08/11 01:26 AM
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THE GLASS MAN super stock T Joined: Jun 2009 Posts: 1,186 OHIO	Quote: That will look after the go. If you haven't already addressed it, this will look after the whoa. http://ecihotrodbrakes.com/dodge_plymouth_discbrake_conversions.html Kevin Thanks for the whoa info. I have a 38 Dodge coupe that needs some whoa.

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: THE GLASS MAN] #1050571 11/08/11 02:55 PM 11/08/11 02:55 PM
Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake 56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II
56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake	Sold the 315. Ain't no turnin' back now 6909657-56440042.jpg (266 downloads) Last edited by 56_Royal_Lancer; 11/08/11 02:56 PM.

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 DELETED [Re: Twostick] #1050572 11/08/11 07:25 PM 11/08/11 07:25 PM
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pushbutton pro stock P Joined: Nov 2008 Posts: 1,565 tennessee	Post deleted by pushbutton

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: pushbutton] #1050573 11/08/11 07:56 PM 11/08/11 07:56 PM
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dynamite pro stock D Joined: Jan 2007 Posts: 1,444 NEW JERSEY	WAY to go Kevin..glad to see you will be running soon...I'd like to see a pic of that other 56 Plymouth w/440 power..Those headers will work fine 'till you put in P/S then it hits the fan..mine still leak..on drivers side.. 6909979-larryscar005.JPG (208 downloads)

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: dynamite] #1050574 11/08/11 11:32 PM 11/08/11 11:32 PM
Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake 56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II
56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake	Nope, this is Mike - I have not heard from Kevin for a while. I took about 30 pics of that '56 w/ the 440, but they are all underhood detail pics. It's a really, really nice car, been together since the mid-'90's. It is black & creme factory 2-tone, all the stock trim, minitubs in back. I will be going back over there, I'll get pics then. I don't intend on ever putting power steering on this car, so the headers should be A-OK. Spent tonight painting the underside of the front clip, another member here (66Cnet500) is welding up my floors, etc at his house.

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: 56_Royal_Lancer] #1050575 11/10/11 01:40 PM 11/10/11 01:40 PM
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dynamite pro stock D Joined: Jan 2007 Posts: 1,444 NEW JERSEY	oops sorry Mike.got my 56's confused. anyway good to see it's in progress of gettin done..another forward look car...P/S went 11.85 at 112.54 mph..last night at Palm beach.

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: dynamite] #1050576 11/10/11 03:22 PM 11/10/11 03:22 PM
Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake 56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II
56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake	Nice-I plan on doing a little dragin' with mine next year. Going to the Springfield swap this weekend, looking for some bits & pieces.

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: 56_Royal_Lancer] #1050577 11/13/11 08:36 PM 11/13/11 08:36 PM
Joined: Jan 2003 Posts: 3,940 Richmond, Indiana 19swinger70 master
19swinger70 master Joined: Jan 2003 Posts: 3,940 Richmond, Indiana	Hey Mike - I have the 315 on a stand in the shop. Looking for some Hemi heads for it now! 1970 340 swinger. sublime 1967 barracuda fastback BB 55 Plymouth Project

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: Twostick] #1050578 11/15/11 03:01 AM 11/15/11 03:01 AM
Joined: Dec 2004 Posts: 1,757 levittown pa fstfish66 top fuel
fstfish66 top fuel Joined: Dec 2004 Posts: 1,757 levittown pa	Quote: Quote: How about original 56 fury power How about a .100" over 318 poly with a 4.25" stroker crank kit? 427 cubes under those 2 fours would be fun. A poly and an LA are basically the same from the deck down so all that cool small block stroker stuff will work and a poly block will easily take a .100" overbore. Kevin that would be kool 1966 barracuda prostreeter super charged 340(SOLD) 1940 dodge coupe 241 hemi street rod 2014 ram express hemi 4x4 dailey driver 2015 cherokee 2013 R/T classic

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: 19swinger70] #1050579 11/18/11 06:19 PM 11/18/11 06:19 PM
Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake 56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II
56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake	Quote: Hey Mike - I have the 315 on a stand in the shop. Looking for some Hemi heads for it now! That will be way kewl. Picked up my radiator today, going to the swap in Columbus tomorrow to look for bits & pieces.

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: 56_Royal_Lancer] #1050580 11/19/11 06:00 PM 11/19/11 06:00 PM
Joined: Jan 2003 Posts: 3,940 Richmond, Indiana 19swinger70 master
19swinger70 master Joined: Jan 2003 Posts: 3,940 Richmond, Indiana	I was @ the swap today for a couple hours. Didnt anything big-ticket that I was looking for, but it was fun to get out to a Mopar meet. I have a set of Hemi heads for the 315 being donated to me from a friend. 1970 340 swinger. sublime 1967 barracuda fastback BB 55 Plymouth Project

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: 19swinger70] #1050581 11/21/11 12:14 AM 11/21/11 12:14 AM
Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake 56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II
56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake	That a H@ll of a donation! I saw some trim & lens for a '55 Plymouth there, NO '56 Dodge stuf (But I am used to that)

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: 56_Royal_Lancer] #1050582 12/02/11 11:35 PM 12/02/11 11:35 PM
Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake 56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II
56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake	Well, moving forward. There was a lot of rust in the bottom of the cowl (you can see it in the photo above). I knew it was there, but with the cowl off we can get to it now. Member 66Cnet500 welded patches in the cowl, closed up the gapeing holes in the floor and put in inner rockers. Re-worked body mounts, too. Have a solid structure now, going to run a drag car-style engine plate rather than traditional motor mounts. This gives me the chance to skootch the engine around a bit for clearance. I just got a set of shorty Hedman Hedders from JEGS that look like they will fit around the steering box. Had the original radiator re-cored, better deal than a new radiator and no fabbing to get it to fit. I am going to have some real time off between Christmas & New Year's, plan on test fitting the engine/tranny then. I post pictures of the progess soon. Still have to find a rear end, Looking for an 8 3/4 Suregrip w/ 3:55 gears, preferably complete drum-to-drum.

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: THE GLASS MAN] #1050583 12/04/11 05:28 AM 12/04/11 05:28 AM
Joined: Jan 2003 Posts: 8,089 Sorrento, BC, Canada 4speeds4me master
4speeds4me master Joined: Jan 2003 Posts: 8,089 Sorrento, BC, Canada	Quote: Quote: That will look after the go. If you haven't already addressed it, this will look after the whoa. http://ecihotrodbrakes.com/dodge_plymouth_discbrake_conversions.html Kevin Thanks for the whoa info. I have a 38 Dodge coupe that needs some whoa. Don't forget these guys: www.aajbrakes.com SUPER customer service and a reasonably priced product. Have these on a 56 Custom Royal Lancer... 2 Demons...no, not my kids!

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: 4speeds4me] #1050584 12/23/11 10:44 AM 12/23/11 10:44 AM
Joined: Jan 2007 Posts: 1,444 NEW JERSEY D dynamite pro stock
dynamite pro stock D Joined: Jan 2007 Posts: 1,444 NEW JERSEY	Just catching up to with this post again ....for the whoa on my 56 I used the entire 5 th ave front end clip...came with disc brakes and P/S and torsion bar suspension.. so the whoa factor went away with the 5 th ave disc's...Good luck with yours and keep posting pics.. 6980534-larrys56rearsmall.jpg (116 downloads)

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: dynamite] #1050585 12/23/11 03:02 PM 12/23/11 03:02 PM
Joined: Dec 2004 Posts: 1,757 levittown pa fstfish66 top fuel
fstfish66 top fuel Joined: Dec 2004 Posts: 1,757 levittown pa	any pics of the front clip swap ?? sounds great,,nice looking car,,one of those styles that has been forgotten about 1966 barracuda prostreeter super charged 340(SOLD) 1940 dodge coupe 241 hemi street rod 2014 ram express hemi 4x4 dailey driver 2015 cherokee 2013 R/T classic

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: fstfish66] #1050586 12/24/11 11:37 AM 12/24/11 11:37 AM
Joined: Jan 2007 Posts: 1,444 NEW JERSEY D dynamite pro stock
dynamite pro stock D Joined: Jan 2007 Posts: 1,444 NEW JERSEY	Thanks ,,I really like my 56 ,and since I did the front end swap it really drives great...and STOPS .I had a ton of pics of the swap but a while ago my lap top crashed and I lost a lot of stuff, a lot of pictures ..all I can tell you it was very easy...The trick was I bought a complete 1986 5th ave....4 bolts and 2 p/s hoses and the entire suspension was out..just some lining it up properly a couple of welds and it was in..then I took the steering colume from the 5 th ave and that went in like it was made for the 56..now I have tilt steering wheel and turn signal switch..I even took the cruies control ,,,but never installed it...really not hard to do..done 2 cars now ..easy..my only problem was i used headers and they hit the P/S Box..took some header fabricating..Now I put in a 493 stroker,,went 11.85 @ 112 with stock Iron 906 heads and will do better with better slicks..now if you know anyone the 56 is going up for sale with or without power or with the stock 440 as I got a 62 Savoy I'm going to build Thanks Larry 6982271-059.JPG (192 downloads)

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: fstfish66] #1050587 12/24/11 11:40 AM 12/24/11 11:40 AM
Joined: Jan 2007 Posts: 1,444 NEW JERSEY D dynamite pro stock
dynamite pro stock D Joined: Jan 2007 Posts: 1,444 NEW JERSEY	another picture..you can see the disc caliper thru the wheel 6982276-006.JPG (153 downloads)

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: 56_Royal_Lancer] #1050588 01/20/12 10:22 PM 01/20/12 10:22 PM
Joined: Jan 2010 Posts: 85 OHIO C cheapracer member
cheapracer member C Joined: Jan 2010 Posts: 85 OHIO	Hey Mike do you still have all poly front mount parts? I just bought a 55 savoy 2dr post and it was a v8 car. They took everything out and put in a 56 plymouth. I am putting a 318 poly back in it. You can pm me or call me at 614-653-0568. Thanks John

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: cheapracer] #1050589 01/23/12 01:48 PM 01/23/12 01:48 PM
Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake 56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II
56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake	Quote: Hey Mike do you still have all poly front mount parts? I just bought a 55 savoy 2dr post and it was a v8 car. They took everything out and put in a 56 plymouth. I am putting a 318 poly back in it. You can pm me or call me at 614-653-0568. Thanks John PM Sent

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: 56_Royal_Lancer] #1050590 01/23/12 04:34 PM 01/23/12 04:34 PM
Joined: Jan 2010 Posts: 85 OHIO C cheapracer member
cheapracer member C Joined: Jan 2010 Posts: 85 OHIO	PM sent, also I didn't see you at the racers reunion saturday. It was a good reunion and the last one.

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: cheapracer] #1050591 01/31/12 05:31 PM 01/31/12 05:31 PM
Joined: Nov 2011 Posts: 10 Oklahoma M moparfinman member
moparfinman member M Joined: Nov 2011 Posts: 10 Oklahoma	has anyone used FatMans dropped spindles on these 55-56 Dodge or Plymouth??

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: moparfinman] #1050592 01/31/12 06:09 PM 01/31/12 06:09 PM
Joined: Mar 2005 Posts: 3,445 N.Wilkesboro,NC D DusterKrazy master
DusterKrazy master D Joined: Mar 2005 Posts: 3,445 N.Wilkesboro,NC	318 is the way to go. Cheap or free and pretty simple to make power with if you want!

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: DusterKrazy] #1050593 02/01/12 06:37 PM 02/01/12 06:37 PM
Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake 56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II
56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake	Well, the 440 & 727 are in, used a set of off-the-shelf Hedman headers, plenty of clearance. Did not need to modify trans. tunnel or the heater box, both of which I expected to do. Working on details right now (throttle linkage, wiring, etc.) Moparts member 66net500 fabbed up really cool motor mounts and modified the stock trans. crossmember. When I have the job done I'll start a new thread w/ photos, measurements & part #s for anyone interested in trying this. Can't wait to do a little 7048555-xc2011056.jpg (367 downloads)

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: dynamite] #1050594 02/17/12 07:51 PM 02/17/12 07:51 PM
Joined: Aug 2006 Posts: 84 Ontario, CANADA H hemi pwr member
hemi pwr member H Joined: Aug 2006 Posts: 84 Ontario, CANADA	Hi do you guys have any good ideas or pictures of how to put a 1970 440 motor and 3 peed auto 727 tranny in my 1958 plymouth it has a flathead six in it ...so im not sure whats the best way to put in the 440...thanks for any info Les 1970 440-6 Cuda 71 duster 1999 Dodge ram diesel dually 1958 plymouth hardtop 1975 Fury 2 door 1970 AAR cuda clone

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: hemi pwr] #1050595 02/21/12 01:02 PM 02/21/12 01:02 PM
Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake 56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II
56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake	Les, the '58 is a different animal from my '56, so I have nothing for you. There are a few guys on www.forwardlook.net that have done the swap, you may want to check there, too.

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: 56_Royal_Lancer] #1050596 02/21/12 02:30 PM 02/21/12 02:30 PM
Joined: Jan 2007 Posts: 1,444 NEW JERSEY D dynamite pro stock
dynamite pro stock D Joined: Jan 2007 Posts: 1,444 NEW JERSEY	Lee the 440 into a 58 should be a bolt in,as the 58 came with a BB wedge motor.. it even came with cross ram 2 4bbls..just get tha factory mounts for the BB motor and you will have to make the rear cross member for the 727 ..but a lot easier than putting it in our 56 and older mopars ..IMO Larry 7083233-larrys56small.jpg (97 downloads)

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: dynamite] #1050597 02/21/12 10:01 PM 02/21/12 10:01 PM
Joined: Aug 2006 Posts: 84 Ontario, CANADA H hemi pwr member
hemi pwr member H Joined: Aug 2006 Posts: 84 Ontario, CANADA	Thanks Larry 1970 440-6 Cuda 71 duster 1999 Dodge ram diesel dually 1958 plymouth hardtop 1975 Fury 2 door 1970 AAR cuda clone

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: moparfinman] #1050598 02/26/12 10:59 AM 02/26/12 10:59 AM
Joined: Jan 2003 Posts: 379 Oklahoma City, OK M moposcar enthusiast
moposcar enthusiast M Joined: Jan 2003 Posts: 379 Oklahoma City, OK	Here is my 56 4 door with a fatmans front clip. It has a 383 in it with a Holley Projection unit in it. We painted it charcoal and pink since we had a little girl. 7090847-56Coronet.jpg (259 downloads)

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: 56_Royal_Lancer] #1050599 02/26/12 11:01 AM 02/26/12 11:01 AM
Joined: Jan 2003 Posts: 379 Oklahoma City, OK M moposcar enthusiast
moposcar enthusiast M Joined: Jan 2003 Posts: 379 Oklahoma City, OK	56 Royal Lancer, I love the look and color of your car. It is a sweet ride.

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: moposcar] #1050600 02/26/12 01:06 PM 02/26/12 01:06 PM
Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake 56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II
56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake	Right back at 'cha, moposcar! Actually doing work on the swap today, lots&lots&lots of little details sucking up my (limited) time to turn wrenches.

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: 56_Royal_Lancer] #1050601 03/05/12 01:45 AM 03/05/12 01:45 AM
Joined: Dec 2005 Posts: 16 Joliet, Il. 440roadrunner member
440roadrunner member Joined: Dec 2005 Posts: 16 Joliet, Il.	Here's my `56 w/ 383/727...stock rear for now. Has alum radiator. Last edited by 440roadrunner; 03/05/12 01:46 AM.

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: 56_Royal_Lancer] #1050602 03/05/12 11:33 AM 03/05/12 11:33 AM
Joined: Nov 2006 Posts: 3,407 S.E. Florida, USA rrunner master
rrunner master Joined: Nov 2006 Posts: 3,407 S.E. Florida, USA	Quote: Well, the 440 & 727 are in, used a set of off-the-shelf Hedman headers, plenty of clearance. Did not need to modify trans. tunnel or the heater box, both of which I expected to do. Working on details right now (throttle linkage, wiring, etc.) Moparts member 66net500 fabbed up really cool motor mounts and modified the stock trans. crossmember. When I have the job done I'll start a new thread w/ photos, measurements & part #s for anyone interested in trying this. Can't wait to do a little Very interested in this info

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: rrunner] #1050603 03/05/12 02:16 PM 03/05/12 02:16 PM
Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake 56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II
56_Royal_Lancer OP My Mouth Is Shut II Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,506 Buckeye Lake	Cool 56- dang, great to see another BB '56 on the board. I like the idea that you banished the chrome & billet for a semi-factory look under the hood. That is the direction I am going, too. Got most of the wiring done over the weekend, pulled stock rear to weld the perches on a '65 B-Body 8 3/4". Getting close, gotta figure out the linkage next. Looks like I am going aftermarket with the Lokar cables.

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: THE GLASS MAN] #1050604 06/03/12 11:48 AM 06/03/12 11:48 AM
Joined: Feb 2009 Posts: 1,019 Finland mafo super stock
mafo super stock Joined: Feb 2009 Posts: 1,019 Finland	I have mine finally running, 318 magnum/ rh42/ dana 35 jeep zj disc brakes all around http://s1083.photobucket.com/albums/j382/mafo1/?action=view&current=CIMG2257.mp4 -65 Valiant,420", all motor,2700#, dot tires, 8,42 @ 160,2

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: mafo] #1050605 06/03/12 12:08 PM 06/03/12 12:08 PM
Joined: Mar 2006 Posts: 2,686 Mt. Eden Ky. Hemi Allstate master
Hemi Allstate master Joined: Mar 2006 Posts: 2,686 Mt. Eden Ky.	Nice work! Looks like a factory installation! Mark 1996 Ram 1500 Sport 1968 road runner 1952 Sears Allstate licensed, pump gas, Hemi 5.98 @ 115.73 1.33 60 ft. The best is yet to come. Painless Performance / Street RODDER magazine Top 100 for 2019

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: Hemi Allstate] #1050606 06/03/12 12:20 PM 06/03/12 12:20 PM
Joined: Feb 2009 Posts: 1,019 Finland mafo super stock
mafo super stock Joined: Feb 2009 Posts: 1,019 Finland	Quote: Nice work! Looks like a factory installation! I have tried to use mostly factory parts and I m going with the grunge look.. I ll post some more pics later -65 Valiant,420", all motor,2700#, dot tires, 8,42 @ 160,2

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: mafo] #1050607 06/04/12 09:23 PM 06/04/12 09:23 PM
Joined: Sep 2003 Posts: 20,235 north of coder moparx "Butt Crack Bob"
moparx "Butt Crack Bob" Joined: Sep 2003 Posts: 20,235 north of coder	sounds healthy ! nice job !

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: mafo] #1050608 06/12/12 04:11 AM 06/12/12 04:11 AM
Joined: Dec 2004 Posts: 1,757 levittown pa fstfish66 top fuel
fstfish66 top fuel Joined: Dec 2004 Posts: 1,757 levittown pa	very kool what did you use as a donor ??did you use the entire donor wiring ? and computer ? 1966 barracuda prostreeter super charged 340(SOLD) 1940 dodge coupe 241 hemi street rod 2014 ram express hemi 4x4 dailey driver 2015 cherokee 2013 R/T classic

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: fstfish66] #1050609 06/12/12 06:58 AM 06/12/12 06:58 AM
Joined: Feb 2009 Posts: 1,019 Finland mafo super stock
mafo super stock Joined: Feb 2009 Posts: 1,019 Finland	engine is from a 93 grand cherokee, as is most of the wiring, computer is a mopar perf 92 dokota, trans is from a van I believe and the rear is also from a grand cherokee( for the disc brakes), prop shaft is from a early A body, bolts right in Then I found some different wiring schematics on the web and started sorting it all out, used a relay/ fuse box from a jeep of the same age, everything works, even the cruise control -65 Valiant,420", all motor,2700#, dot tires, 8,42 @ 160,2

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: mafo] #1050610 06/12/12 12:09 PM 06/12/12 12:09 PM
Joined: Feb 2009 Posts: 1,019 Finland mafo super stock
mafo super stock Joined: Feb 2009 Posts: 1,019 Finland	1 7247212-edit.JPG (210 downloads) -65 Valiant,420", all motor,2700#, dot tires, 8,42 @ 160,2

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: mafo] #1050611 06/12/12 12:11 PM 06/12/12 12:11 PM
Joined: Feb 2009 Posts: 1,019 Finland mafo super stock
mafo super stock Joined: Feb 2009 Posts: 1,019 Finland	2 7247217-edit1.JPG (335 downloads) -65 Valiant,420", all motor,2700#, dot tires, 8,42 @ 160,2

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: mafo] #1050612 06/12/12 12:13 PM 06/12/12 12:13 PM
Joined: Feb 2009 Posts: 1,019 Finland mafo super stock
mafo super stock Joined: Feb 2009 Posts: 1,019 Finland	3 7247219-CIMG2260.JPG (308 downloads) -65 Valiant,420", all motor,2700#, dot tires, 8,42 @ 160,2

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: mafo] #1050613 06/12/12 05:56 PM 06/12/12 05:56 PM
Joined: Dec 2004 Posts: 1,757 levittown pa fstfish66 top fuel
fstfish66 top fuel Joined: Dec 2004 Posts: 1,757 levittown pa	very kool,,,, i cant imagine the cost of a new computer from mopar,,,nice job 1966 barracuda prostreeter super charged 340(SOLD) 1940 dodge coupe 241 hemi street rod 2014 ram express hemi 4x4 dailey driver 2015 cherokee 2013 R/T classic

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: fstfish66] #1050614 06/12/12 06:37 PM 06/12/12 06:37 PM
Joined: Feb 2009 Posts: 1,019 Finland mafo super stock
mafo super stock Joined: Feb 2009 Posts: 1,019 Finland	It was not bad at all, around 270$ from summit but then the fun started, they couldn't export it because they didn t know "country of origin" but thanks to a moparts member in connecticut we managed to get round that problem Thanks Jim -65 Valiant,420", all motor,2700#, dot tires, 8,42 @ 160,2

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: mafo] #1050615 06/12/12 07:57 PM 06/12/12 07:57 PM
Joined: Apr 2007 Posts: 2,028 Trumbull,CT. J jim sciortino top fuel
jim sciortino top fuel J Joined: Apr 2007 Posts: 2,028 Trumbull,CT.	Quote: It was not bad at all, around 270$ from summit but then the fun started, they couldn't export it because they didn t know "country of origin" but thanks to a moparts member in connecticut we managed to get round that problem Thanks Jim My pleasure.

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: 56_Royal_Lancer] #2193533 11/09/16 10:43 PM 11/09/16 10:43 PM
Joined: Sep 2016 Posts: 8 mineola texas u.s.a. M mhutch1948 member
mhutch1948 member M Joined: Sep 2016 Posts: 8 mineola texas u.s.a.	hey all; I know this is a late post but I have a 55 coronet with whats left of a 270 poly. the motor is mounted to the water pump housing and no provision for side mounts to the frame is there I will have to make mounts to put in my 88 318 and trans mount as well and finding steel mounts for the 318 is hard. plenty for 340s and 360s but not 318s. 318 mounting boss is wider on one side.340 and 360 are same on both sides.

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: 56_Royal_Lancer] #2194003 11/10/16 02:52 PM 11/10/16 02:52 PM
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wayfarer member W Joined: Feb 2009 Posts: 94 Peoples Republic of Oregon	...is there a question in there...? www.qualityengineeredcomponents.com Early Hemi Parts and Tech EarlyHemi and flat 6&8 trans adapters *inventory clearance in progress. Nothing held back. See website.*

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: mafo] #2194019 11/10/16 03:27 PM 11/10/16 03:27 PM
Joined: May 2015 Posts: 1,134 Lost in Time Iowan super stock
Iowan super stock Joined: May 2015 Posts: 1,134 Lost in Time	Originally Posted By mafo 3 Needs a Big Big Block, just my thought. Have a great day Iowan "obsolete is neat"

Re: '55-56 Dodge late-model V8 [Re: Iowan] #2293364 04/24/17 07:10 PM 04/24/17 07:10 PM
Joined: Jan 2007 Posts: 1,444 NEW JERSEY D dynamite pro stock
dynamite pro stock D Joined: Jan 2007 Posts: 1,444 NEW JERSEY	Sorry I just saw your post.. I have a 1956 Plymouth , I went and dropped a 440 and t- flight in it,, because I had one..Believe me a small block is a much easier install..The R/B has clearance problems with headers and the steering column.. At first I had the stock K frame and frame.. later I installed a K frame from a 1986 Chrysler 5 th ave..now I got disc brakes and torsion bar suspension and P/S.. still fighting the exhaust..later I stroked the motor to 493 cid..can't put better headers in .For a street car I would go 360 cid ,,its a bolt in with the FMJ K frame.I'll try to send some pics...

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