Out with the Small Block and in with the RB. What do I need?

When I dropped in my 400/727 into the /6 Duster, it took no more effort to drop in and get it running than the small block swap I did in the first /6 - 318 Duster I did earlier. The swap mounts made it EZ and quick while both required a mod on the K frame engine perchs.

Both swaps I did were up and running and driving In the same amount of time. Of course, having your ducks in order first helps. Like correct driveshaft length, proper size radiator, shifter linkage sorted out (Lokar set up makes it simple) Electrical wires to lengthen/shorten and repair and battery cable lengths correct to start with are huge.

The big block was only slightly more expensive due to needing a radiator. But then again, the /6 radiator barley did the job on the 318.

Both swaps were done in under a day's time and both cars were up and running that evening.

Header suck all around so IMO, spend the money on TTI headers or go through the fendwell.

Manual brakes work fine, upgrade to disks when possible. If you have power brakes, cam choices can make braking dicey. Hydro boost is a good idea if your OK with it.

My favorite one is if it is wife friendly or not. I say who cares?!?!?!
IMO, wife friendly old cars don't smell like gas, make her ears ring after 10 minutes and have a reasonable ride quality. All of which are obtainable no matter what the power plant is.

People allways will make a comment about your stuff. Be them MoPar flag wavers or absolute MoPar haters.

My answer to "Is it fast?" Is allways, "That depends, what is fast to you, seriously, what do you consider fast?" They may answer with an ET number and I allways say, then this is not fast. I just enjoy driving it. It doesn't need to be fast, just reliable and have passing power on the Hwy."

And my favorite is when questions are asked about what I did to my engine. I never answer the question truthfully. Sooner or later there buddy shows up noticing I gave 3 different answers as to what cam I have inside.

People "Expect" because they "Assume" which is allways a problem with the human race.