MoPowered 27 T
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Mods and Users, this may be a stretch but does meet criteria, however I will understand if it is not welcome. I finished and sold my last complete build ( Thread was titled; 76 Volare, yes a Volare) and have been working on a car I wanted since I was about 10. I am Mopar or no car so this will be powered by a EFI 318, 727 and 8-3/4. mostly this is a fabrication and assembly thread, very little in regards to the drive train other than freshen up. I will post a couple of pics in the first reply and I would like to get input as to whether the mods will allow the build and if my fellow Moparts members want to see it.
thanks in advance Henry aka modelmakerinc
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Re: MoPowered 27 T
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04/27/22 10:21 AM
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Long ram manifolds sticking out the sides on a BB 440 look really wild on a streetrod like that!
A relatively mild build with that lightweight of a car would be scary fast!
Definitely post updates here!
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'63 Dodge 330 11.19 @ 121 mph Pump gas, n/a, through the mufflers on street tires with 3.54's. 3,600 lbs. 10.01 @ 133mph with a 250 shot of nitrous an a splash of race gas. 1.36 60 ft. 3,700 lbs.
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Re: MoPowered 27 T
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Sniper, I looked at at least half dozen chassis/ suspension fabricators and Boling Brothers was the only shop that has the jig / plans / measurements for a stock orientation full fendered model T coupe. (others could but for premium additional cost) These guys are first class fabricators and can build as much or as little as you want, I had them build the basic chassis and supply (Multiple Sourced) front end components they have confidence in, and all the tabs gussets and link bars for a triangulated 4 bar set up on the rear. I will be installing my own trans and motor mounts, front shock mount (the model T does not use front shocks) steering, brakes and rear end. shipped to my door and just an awesome value. the pics are when it shipped and how it arrived. https://www.bolingbrothers.com/ check out their site great stuff.
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Re: MoPowered 27 T
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05/03/22 12:46 PM
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This reminds me of something Krass and Bernie would build in the old CarToons magazine.
'63 Dodge 330 11.19 @ 121 mph Pump gas, n/a, through the mufflers on street tires with 3.54's. 3,600 lbs. 10.01 @ 133mph with a 250 shot of nitrous an a splash of race gas. 1.36 60 ft. 3,700 lbs.
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Re: MoPowered 27 T
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I established ride height, wheel and tire combo plus stance so I was able to measure engine combo, radiator with fans and shroud.
This gave me engine position front to rear. I am well aware it will sit under /inside of cowl but the standard wheelbase, fenders and hood all will remain to factory specs..
This gives me a small window to fab the tranny mount.
I had Boling Brothers install their standard flange for SBC/Auto expecting to modify for Ma Mopars finest small block 727.
I am using a later style modified spool mount. Their mount flange is just a flat plate, i removed a center section for mount clearance and low transmission position.
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Re: MoPowered 27 T
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05/09/22 09:17 AM
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Came across my first issue, that was not cheap and pretty bothersome.
There are many radiators that are available for a model T. But they universally all fail to mention their mounting position and they will not fit the factory shell or placement.
T buckets and "Hot Rods" place the radiator between the frame rails behind the crossmember which in turn changes the position of everything behind it.
I am building a factory wheelbase full fendered car so the radiator has to go above the crossmember/spring pocket.
The original radiator shell is sitting on top for reference, I had to buy a $1200 Griffin unit that is designed to fit under the factory Radiator shell.
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Re: MoPowered 27 T
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Engine angle established to horizontal as planned chassis rake, chassis angle for reference. Engine mounts welded in. The brackets are close but I will need to add permanent spacers or shims because stacked washers are not acceptable 😎 I was watching an episode of Roadkill Garage where they were working on Dulcich's Chrysler boat. It used motor mount brackets very similar to what you have, no spacers needed. Of course, finding a set and having them match up to your welded in stuff is probably as likely as winning the Powerball, lol.
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Re: MoPowered 27 T
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05/10/22 07:06 AM
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Sniper,
thank you for that however, The rubber biscuit style engine mounts are needed for some damping of the engine, many boats don't need rubber since the engine mounts directly to the boats stringers.
I was referring to the engine mount brackets that bolt to the block, they are not bent to the proper width, so are quite loose fitting onto the block. Little tough to see in the pics but there are a few washers taking up the gap temporarily, not acceptable as a finish for me so i will be fabbing spacers. I wont have hood sides so the mounts are very obvious and need to have a clean install.
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Re: MoPowered 27 T
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After engine and transmission placement established, I set out to install the rear axle I will need to take 2" off each side but that doesn't stop me from adding the TFL tabs and lower shock mounts
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Re: MoPowered 27 T
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05/13/22 08:03 PM
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Sorry for the sideways pictures, I'll try to fix when I'm on a PC.
I had to shorten the lower bars because the shock mounts were angled back. Here are some shots of setting all the angles
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