Recent content by trouter

jjj, That is a positively wicked looking Duster! I also noticed that you have a pretty nice looking garage as well. Is there another tasty project lurking underneath the car cover? john

Man, that sounds terrific! What cam did you put into the motor? I love the exhaust sound - stout, but not too radical at idle, and then just RIPS when you rev it... I'm so envious, since i'm anxious to hear my new 440 once i get around to completing my engine swap. Congratulations and...

Steve, I'll definitely mention you when i get the chance to meet him for some parts - i appreciate the heads-up. Looks likes Pro-Trans may be be the best local choice....now if i could only get some free time off work to check them out (i prefer meeting face to face vs. phone if at all...

Hey all, Thanks for all the tips. I think i'm going to go see Troy at Westoaks and seek his advice. Worst case, i may bite the freight bullet and order from a respected place like Cope Racing or Mancini. John

Anyone know of a S. California transmission shop they would recommend? I need to build a 727 for my 440 project. Trying to decide whether to go with someone local or a Torqueflite specialist like Cope Racing, Andrews, or SMR Thanks john

Demon Seed, I bought this 440: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=150178699272 It was built by David Kluttz of Kluttz Performance, a well-respected Southeast Mopar enthusiast. I'm so excited to start it up, but i have quite a bit of work to prepare for the new...

Thanks alot for the compliments and words of encouragement. I could really run with the "Grandma Sleeper" theme - add some AARP stickers, put on a gray-haired wig, drive 45 MPH in the fast lane....:happy11: john

Crackedback, Yeah, i'm excited to start wrenching and turn the car into a sleeper - the original paint & vinyl roof really complete the grocery-getter appearance. The car has an 8 1/4 rearend right now. Once the powertrain swap is complete, i hope i can keep the 8 1/4 alive for a short while...

Autoxcuda, I was at Fall Fling a few weeks ago; it was a beautiful day and i saw some really stunning cars (the Scamp was quite humbled by comparison). Have also thought about joining the CPW club to meet other Mopar fans. I haven't started the major parts acquisition yet (other than the...

My name is John and i've been a lurker here for awhile. Finally thought i should put up a new post. I purchased my first Mopar car (have a RAM diesel) a few months ago - a 73 Plymouth Scamp. Currently, the car has a nice running 318/904 combo installed by the previous owner. Over...