Need some opinions

Future profit is no concern to the project. I am aware of the desirability of the car. Fun cruiser is probably where I'm at. Have always wanted an older rwd 2dr v8 car, and the dart fits what I've wanted closer than my 56 Packard Clipper with a blown tranny. I think my biggest hurdle is going to be transmission with the dart. I think I would only want to dump money in the car to make it something I'd really like, which is a standard transmission. Haven't found a whole lot about doing a manual on these. Have a really
Okay now we're talking I would look at Brewer's performance as they have complete kits for what you're wanting to do. The transmission the bell housing the 4-speed pedals...ect..
At least looking on there you'd be able to see what a package would cost sent to your door but if you're not mechanically inclined you're going to usually double anything that you do...