73 Duster Twister Bellhousing?

[71 Sebring +]

Recently picked up this pasture find in sw ND on 1/7. Originally a 318, 3 speed floor shift car. It was about 50 degrees that day and all the cowpies were thawing out. I haven't had that much manure on my boots since 1993 when I last milked cows. Back to the bellhousing question: did they use the same one for 3 and 4 speeds? Was planning on swapping to 4 speed. Thanks for your help. Brad

 

[junkyardhero]

yes, they did use the same unit and that one appears to be drilled for both 3spd & 4spd

some were and some were not

 

[71 Sebring +]

Thanks, that's what I was hoping being it had an extra set of holes.

 

[Professor Fate]

Yep, same bell.

 

[71 Sebring +]

Yep, same bell.

Thanks

 

[CRUZE 418]

Make sure that you have the correct ball pivot at the bellhousing. '72 and up were different? Maybe it's there.

 

[71 Sebring +]

Make sure that you have the correct ball pivot at the bellhousing. '72 and up were different? Maybe it's there.

Everything is still there, thanks for the heads up on that issue. Brad. Not the best pic, kinda tough to tell.

 

[CRUZE 418]

Looks like the bellcrank/Z-bar is still there, holding things up? Looks like your in for some fun!

 

[71 Sebring +]

Looks like the bellcrank/Z-bar is still there, holding things up? Looks like your in for some fun!

Yes sir, thinking stroker with a 4 speed should be fun!

 

[CRUZE 418]

Oh yeah!

 

[darndart]

I was eyeing up that Duster for quite some time. I’m glad someone grabbed it, and is going to put it back on the road. I’ve been building/driving Duster’s for 45 plus years. I currently have a 72. If you have any questions or need any parts, give me a shout, I can probably help out.

 

[71 Sebring +]

Car has a lot of cool options. Frame and crossmember are solid. Some small rust holes front floors and of course the spare tire well is rotted out. Gonna need grill, right side fender and door. Also looking for a 4 spd. Where would the build sheet be in a Duster? It wasn't under the back seat. Thanks. Brad

 

[RustyRatRod]

Do something different. Put a big block in it.

 

[CRUZE 418]

Awh, come on Rob, if he wants to change the spark plugs in it, it will have to be a Hemi!

 

[RustyRatRod]

Awh, come on Rob, if he wants to change the spark plugs in it, it will have to be a Hemi!

Well that is another option.

 

[CRUZE 418]

Good night sir!

 

[darndart]

Car has a lot of cool options. Frame and crossmember are solid. Some small rust holes front floors and of course the spare tire well is rotted out. Gonna need grill, right side fender and door. Also looking for a 4 spd. Where would the build sheet be in a Duster? It wasn't under the back seat. Thanks. Brad

I have seen the build sheet taped to the top of the glovebox in a couple cars.

 

[NC Engine Builder]

That car is awsome! I'd do the engine and mechanical work and drive it like it is!

 

[darndart]

My bro-in-law says he’s got a door & fender, if you’re interested. He lives just outside Minot. His user name is Robzilla, if you want to hit him up.

 

[71 Sebring +]

Do something different. Put a big block in it.

Late 70s early 80s I had a 440 six pack in a 69 Dart Swinger 4 spd with 4.56 rear gears. That thing was wild! Don't have a big block laying around to build so sticking with small Block.

 

[71 Sebring +]

That car is awsome! I'd do the engine and mechanical work and drive it like it is!

That is the plan. Roadkill: don't get it all right just get it running!

 

[71 Sebring +]

My bro-in-law says he’s got a door & fender, if you’re interested. He lives just outside Minot. His user name is Robzilla, if you want to hit him up.

I'll have to check the top of the glove box. Thanks for the lead on door and fender. Brad