68 Barracuda Fastback build
I'm starting to take the engine apart, and it's in a pretty good shape. I also have to check the engine and gearbox numbers to compare to the VIN. I will probably sell the 904 auto anyway to switch to a A-833 4-speed manual...
I suspect that the engine was rebuilt, along with the car, about 15 years ago. The aftermarket headers gave it away a bit, but as you can see, it has 4 valve pistons, so that's definitely not stock. I will receive my order from Eastwood in a few days so I'll have all the tools necessary to check it inside and out.
I have stopped a bit the dismantling of the rest of the car (rear axle, fuel system and tank, steering rack and front suspensions + brakes) as I'm missing a torsion bar removal tool. I'm going on a hunt on the FABO forum to see if anyone is selling his...
The main work will start next week with metal work, sandblasting of a lot of parts and a lot of cleaning.
I need to find a machine shop in the Detroit area, if anyone has some good one in mind?? Same thing for interior upholstery for the front bucket seats, rear bench and door panels.
I'm starting to take the engine apart, and it's in a pretty good shape. I also have to check the engine and gearbox numbers to compare to the VIN. I will probably sell the 904 auto anyway to switch to a A-833 4-speed manual...
I suspect that the engine was rebuilt, along with the car, about 15 years ago. The aftermarket headers gave it away a bit, but as you can see, it has 4 valve pistons, so that's definitely not stock. I will receive my order from Eastwood in a few days so I'll have all the tools necessary to check it inside and out.
I have stopped a bit the dismantling of the rest of the car (rear axle, fuel system and tank, steering rack and front suspensions + brakes) as I'm missing a torsion bar removal tool. I'm going on a hunt on the FABO forum to see if anyone is selling his...
The main work will start next week with metal work, sandblasting of a lot of parts and a lot of cleaning.
I need to find a machine shop in the Detroit area, if anyone has some good one in mind?? Same thing for interior upholstery for the front bucket seats, rear bench and door panels.
