68 Valiant Signet, 2D, A/C car, build

dodge71demon said
Piece of advice from a 69 Valiant big block automatic and 74 Scamp (modified) A/C small block 4 speed OD owner DO NOT PUT IN A BIG BLOCK but do go with the 4 speed - 3:23 or 3:55 gears - power late model disc front - big b body drum rear get axles from Moser - front sway bar - big block torsion bars - for motor use the 5.9 magnum - body wise do what ever you want but if you do something get rid of all the trim - if you change the leaf springs use ESPO stock or 1" drop springs - 16" wheels if you can find something you like - believe me that would make a great all around Valiant that would be a blast to drive - I drive the Scamp everywhere and love it the Valiant just sets

Just had to say - that '74 Scamp looks perfect with the '69 front end.

ValiantOne said
So I am still thinking 5.9 magnum.

Don't rule out using a 1988-1991 roller cam LA motor with Magnum heads and a Crosswind intake. The roller cam motors only need the pushrods changed to accommodate the swap, and you get the benefit of the long-snout cam with eccentric and pre-Magnum timing chain cover. As a result, you have provisions for a mechanical fuel pump, and still retain the factory V-belt brackets, pulleys, and water pump.

With a Magnum, you'll have to run serpentine with an electric fuel pump...or start changing out all the front accessories. That applies regardless if you want either V-belts or a mechanical fuel pump; either will force you into the other.

-Kurt