Projects The used up '48 Plymouth Coupe

The ex mans from the 70s boxy Darts would wrap around the stock steering column like it was made for it.

 

I've built 3 or 4 of this era Plymouth/Dodge, shifting the motor towards the p***enger side 1 1/2" solves the steering shaft clearance problem.

 

And that is how Mopar did it anyway!

Dave

 

That's actually has to be done, then the Ex. Man. fits nicely!

 

All the best on your project. Here's a couple pictures of Gary Meadors of Goodguys fame for some inspiration.
The stance on his is killer.

 

Woahhhh that's a sharp ride... anyone know if it survived?

 

Good luck trying to find a used manifold in a junkyard that isn't rotten or warped or both. You can buy the LA magnum truck manifolds new, they should fit as long as the engine isn't mounted too high or too far back.
I have them on my 46 Plymouth.