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too bad your so far away or I 'd buy the motor your going to rip out...

 

Hey Guys and Dolls-

Bought this one and have done some mods to make a `50's hot rod ...always draws a crowd at the shows...mostly with "What is it??" haha
Mopar Or No Car

 

Sure has quieted down on this thread! All the cars on here are AMAZING. My '56 is still in progress, coating it down in some primer and panel paint asap. Whoever painted the car before me really made a mess of things, the paint is coming off to bare metal in HUGE thick plastic-like chunks, primer and paint combined. I'm almost unsure as to how to prep, whether I should strip it all down to bare metal or just sand it as best as I can. As for the drivetrain, I've decided to hold off on throwing a big block in it and I'm gonna keep the 270 in it (which will hopefully be rebuilt this winter). I snagged 3 stromberg 97's off of craigslist and plan on doing a 3x2 setup. Just need the intake. With all that said, here's a picture of my car, and my dog, Nico.

 

Contact dmarv

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I don't know about others but the economy has kicked me in the butt (mostly in the wallet!!) Can't believe I have had my 55 for 2 years and all I have done is collect some parts. Hopefully I can find some time this Fall/Winter to get some stuff done.

 

Sent him a PM a few days ago, have yet to get a response.

 

I think I've seen the Green one out here in Orange County Ca.
Has nice work done to it.

 

Kinda wierd but then again, I haven't seen him on here for awhile...

Marv's shop is open on Saturday from 8 to noon Calif time Phone: 559-592-2707

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We've finally started working on our '55 Royal Lancer. One quick question.. I found a 66-67 charger axle for sale, will it work? I can't afford and wider track, as the tires are very close to the 1/4s as-is.

 

Get out your tape measure...


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Housing widths, flange to flange

A BODY
'66-'72= 52 5/8"

B BODY
'62-'63= 53 1/4" (And '64 Max Wedge)
'64 = 55 5/8" (Exc. Max Wedge)
'65-'67= 54 1/4"
'68-'70= 54 15/16"
'71-'74= 57 7/8"
'71-'73 wagon= 59 7/16"

C BODY
'65-'69= 56 3/4"
'70-'71= 57 7/8" (Chrysler & Fury)
'70-'74= 59 7/16" (and '69 wagon)

IMPERIAL
'65-'66= 57"
'67-'69= 57 3/8"
'70-'71= 54 3/4"
'72-'73= 59 5/8"

E BODY
'70-'74= 56 31/64"

A100
'65-'70= 56 3/4"

D100
'65-'71= 58 5/16"
'72-'74= 59 7/16"



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The B body rear should fit the '55 pretty well. You'll have to move the spring perches, but its been done before by other members on here. I think MrBelvedere2 has one in his '56. It should also give you a parking brake on the axle, which is good if you're changing the transmission too.

I also believe the only thing that's likely to be in that Charger is an 8 3/4, pretty sure thats too early for a 7 1/4. If it's not an 8 3/4 though, don't bother. 7 1/4's are pretty much useless, they weren't even really strong enough for the slant 6's.

 

hey all, hope i'm posting this right...
stoked to find this thread. I've got a 56 dodge pickup and my kid's got a 56 coronet. bought the pickup after hearing tales of my grandpa driving his 56 pickup as a push truck every weekend at the Portland Speedway in the late 50's early 60's. kind of a way to honor his memory and spirit now that he's gone. trying to add some pics, their not the best but it gives you an idea. hope it works.
cheers..

 

Thumbs up to all of you for sharing your knowledge with the rest of us. I just picked up a 56 Belvedere a couple of months ago and wouldn't even know where to start if it wasn't for forums like this.

 

Here's my 56 Savoy. It has a 440 with a 727 and 8 3/4 rear.

 

My friend has a 56 Cornet, replaced the red ram when it got so tired with a 440 / 727. Don't tell him, but it's quick! What we would like to do is add disc brakes on the front without clipping the frame. Any ideas? I'll post pictures as soon as I can get some. This swap was done 15 years ago or more.

 

Contact olddaddy here or go to his website www.rustyhope.com

 

You can also check out ECI at http://ecihotrodbrakes.com/ or AAJ at http://www.aajbrakes.com/index.html

 

Picture of mine when I first got it
While I'm at it, I'm looking for a couple parts:
Driver side fender
passenger door
Trunk floor panel, mainly the rear section.

 

If it is tailshaft mounted make sure all is well and apply it well, if backing plate applied, try to park facing downhill as usually only one shoe applied and it will creep backwards but not forward.

 

What a sleeper!!!! The gas tank to ground clearance looks like an item to maybe redo.

 

Hi Hambers im doing a 55 plymouth 2Dr Ht. and need some pieces that didnt come wiith it , door panel trim , bench part of rear seat and the belvedere scripts for the front fenders. If anyone out there has any of this or knows where i could find it a reply to mach4 would be appriecated. Thanks Guys

 

Is very nice car you have. I have Plymouth Custom Suburban 2 doors 1956. Blue/ White.

 

I second the suggestion to check out ECI. A decent price and seems to be quality parts. Milled aluminum, complete hubs, blah blah blah. You might post out in the big bulletin board and see if anybody has experience with it. I plan on spending the $635 to convert mine, when I can scrape the cash together. Maybe Santa Claus is listening.....

Here's the link to the Mopar conversions.

http://ecihotrodbrakes.com/dodge_plymouth_discbrake_conversions.html

 

Sold my 56 Dodge Royal Lancer Sport coupe, The car was complete but rusted out everywhere. The guy gave me 800. for it and took it to California to his buddy.

Lee

 

Bought this one for the boy 6 or 7 years ago, he pulled the grille and started rounding up a few pieces and repair panels, along came a 57 and this one got abandoned. It's soon to be crusher food.. If anyone needs anything, pm me

 

I Need the goose neck to the radiator off the block let me know how much you want for it.
Thanks Loads

post # 746

 

How bad is the body and the frame? Where in PA are you?

Thanks!!

Bob

 

Thanks!!

 

Here is my collection of 56 dodges!


And a link to my slow restoration http://www.forwardlook.net/forums/forums/thread-view.asp?tid=21386&posts=25&start=1

Sigge!

 

Looks like you are addicted to them Wish I could afford to keep mine