grimreaper
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I own a 273 with a 904, a 273 with the 4 spd, a 225 with the 904 and recently sold my 225 with the 833. The car that is most fun is the 273/ 4spd.
What would You Choose and More Importantly WHY?
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68383GTS
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Cant go wrong with a small block and four speed. Fun to drive....
66jim
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T5 has a useless first granny gear, Its very notchy compared to
a A833, if the car has any low end wont need T5 , and an engine of this power wont be able to pull and 0.68 over drive
in hilly roads.
My 75 F250 has a 6.72:1 first gear and I use it every single day. Far from useless.Irealize it's a different application, but nonetheless......
Have you ever had a T5 behind a slant? I have a friend with a T5 behind a Ford 250 straight six in a Maverick. Stone stock. ONE BARREL. It's a really neato ride and does none of the things you suggest. It's a fair comparison, which is why brought it up.
Wilcap says they can make a bellhousing for around 1200 bucks. It ain't cheap, but it would certainly be different.
66Dartdriver
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273/833 since it is the closest to my combo of 340/833. slants are awesome but you cant beat the sound of a great v-8 imo.
give me the V8, and I really don't care what tranny (I voted 833). I guess I just like the V8 sound with dual exhaust. 2nd hand parts are far more common for the V8, plus options of aftermarket are plentiful. I like the idea of the V8 already in there, because I doubt the 273 would stay 
Dartnut
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I chose the 273 and the 833 4 speed.
Why?
Because i think it would be a lot more fun and seeing that you have all of the stuff already, it would be an easy installation.
Why?
Because i think it would be a lot more fun and seeing that you have all of the stuff already, it would be an easy installation.
Like just said, you can not go wrong with a good v8 and 4 speed. BUT a more door with hottish slant and 4 speed for me. I am old and old school.
I voted 273/833, but a 904 would be fine too. My Skylark, Firebird, and Mustang are all lazy V8 automatics, and I always miss their effortless power on the freeway or when I'm passing on a two-lane road. The 225 in the Dart is always comparatively straining...I love my Dart, but I'd love it more with a 273.
With that being said, I'll probably never do a swap because it's all right for what it is, although an 833 would go a long way toward making me enjoy it more over the wide, wide ratio 170 3-speed gearbox that's in it.
With that being said, I'll probably never do a swap because it's all right for what it is, although an 833 would go a long way toward making me enjoy it more over the wide, wide ratio 170 3-speed gearbox that's in it.
Capt46
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273 hp 833 smooth crisp and responsive also have 273 hp 904 cool set up as well but a bit boring.
chryslerfat
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273 with 833 because it is more fun to drive.
I went 273/904 because you can build the heck outta the 904, and dress up the 273 with the proper valve covers and air cleaner, which I know you have stashed, and have yourself a whole lotta fun!!
My Hp 273/4 speed/3:23 is a great combination. It is a spunky combination it is not a powerhouse. It's all about what you are looking for.
Capt46
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LMAO no need to use any stash, just keep it original 2 =1966 273 commando Formula S one auto one stick but might be working on #3 Retirement is great.
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This is somewhat interesting.
Toyota Celica W50 5-Speed to Chrysler Valiant Slant 6 Cyclinder 170–225 Manual Bellhousing - Dellow Conversions
Toyota Celica W50 5-Speed to Chrysler Valiant Slant 6 Cyclinder 170–225 Manual Bellhousing - Dellow Conversions
$700AU plus shipping, plus whatever big bucks that would be for the specialized parts they offer to complete the install!
Since when is this hobby a bargain?
RBConvert
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My 69 Coronet has a 440 and 727; the Dart has a 360 with a T5 and 4.10's. Even though the Coronet puts out well over 100 hp more than the Dart with a ton of torque, I still enjoy driving the Dart more because of the manual. Life's too short to just select D.
As for engines, in my situation it would be the /6 just to round out the engine types in my garage; but if I didn't have the Dart I would go with the V8.
As for engines, in my situation it would be the /6 just to round out the engine types in my garage; but if I didn't have the Dart I would go with the V8.
I cast My vote for the Slanty & 4spd., unless You're really concerned about fuel economy skip the OD. I swapped one into My 383 Dippy w 4.89's (for obvious reasons) and
I hated it, shifted clunky and the gap in gears was noticeable even w/a B engine & those gears. My '69 Dart got street raced relentlessly, and every close race I won it was
grabbing 2nd gear that made the difference, I would almost always pull the distance on them in 2nd gear and keep it.
The senario did not pan out (car was sold just not to me) but the 273/235, built slant and, a slant under construction, and the numerous listed transmissions and conversion parts are still available. I still have my 65 Dart wagon and my 47. I was leaning towards a slant/833 in the wagon but may rethink that based on the comments. I was leaning towards the V8/A500 in the 47 but quite a few members on a couple of other forums I'm on said use the slant/904 (or keep and build up the flattie in the 47 as a V8 swap is so common. So I've made no final decision for either other than I will use what I have on hand. I may ask a mod to close the thread and open a new thread for opinions for motor/transmission for the 65 & 47. Until then, your comments and thoughts are always welcome on this thread.
My banker says no way I can afford a any kind of stroker and the 273 or slant is as serious as it's gonna get lol!
You are correct!
See my response to diymirage!
Yes, that's correct!
I like the idea of the V8 already in there, because I doubt the 273 would stay
No other V8 options and no money for anything else!
I have everything for either option!
I do have one more Commando dress-up kit!
Most important, pushbutton 904
No pushbutton 904s in stock! Gotta use what's on hand unless someone gives me a T5 conversion
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bruceo2011
Still waiting for Y2K
Slant/4 speed with the Hyper Pak intake for the extra WOW factor.
66 Dart - in a way i’m Kind of happy it turned out this way as i’m not really a fan of the 66!
In that case, I may have voted the 273/833 combo, but not knowing I went with the Slanty in case it was Toad City...
! Hey, get a chance to check the rear in the partscar yet?
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