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Thank you for your help! Much appreciated.

Interesting,it was like this when I got it. Makes sense now that I think about it,not being able to find any pics that look like it. Aside from cosmetic, are there any functional concerns? I suppose I'll start looking for options to replace or maybe an upgrade...

74 Dart Sport, factory steering column. When I mock up my install there is a gap as shown in the picture between the column housing and the support bracket. As it's been too long since I tore this apart, is this to be expected or am I missing something? Just making sure the housing isn't...

I put 2 drain holes in each of mine as well.

1" x 2", and no cutting of the floor was necessary. I probably could have gone a bit bigger as there is still room before it contacts the floor.

I habe a big block going in.

I have an HDK and went with the QA1 promo star shocks. These were on the recommended list by Denny. Car is still engine-less so I can't speak to the ride. -QA1 7888-109 Coil-Over Thrust Bearing Kit - Qty 2 -QA1 DS403 Proma Star Coil-Over Shock, 15.000/11.125 Ext/Comp - Qty 2 -QA1 10HT550 High...

Ain't nothin gonna move! :lol:

I have a 74 dart sport, but did have the same bulge on the drivers side. I also have a similar subframe connector design. I just used a BFH and shaped the fishplate to the frame contour and welded it in. Hard to see the bulge in the pictures, but it's there.

I did this as well, used some cloth between the pipe wrench and torsion bar to avoid beating up the surface. Worked really well for me as I had the same issue with removal on the drivers side.

Lots of info on google. Rear Axles: Mopar Rear Axle Dimensions and Identification: 1962 to 1989

I love my HDK, worth every penny to me personally.

I replaced mine for no other reason than it was quicker and easier to cut them off with a cutting wheel.

Wilwood provides and recommends stainless steel kits. They have 14", 16", 18" universal ones available for a reasonable price. Edit: they are sold separately, not part of the kit.

Great news, glad to see HDK continuing to grow.

Same here. Rustoleum spray bombs. Good, durable results. A few pics I have on hand.

I believe this to be correct as well. I went from an 8 1/4 to a strange S60 which is essentially a Dana 60 and did not change my shock plates. I did buy new u bolts.

x2 on the local spring shop. I brought mine in and it took all of 20 min before I had paid and was back on my way.

I welded in the US Car Tool lower rad support and will have to repaint most of that area, but was to be expected. Mines blacked out so it will be pretty easy to finish up without anyone noticing. Edit: I need to figure out how to upload photos on the new site!

I use an old cotton shirt (my shop towels) between the jack and the K member when raising it up to protect the finish. I have use a small scrap of wood too in the past but was never comfortable with "stacking" solid materials. Then jack stands at the frame rails as others have mentioned...

I second this. I found a pipeline welder that does side jobs at 50$ an hour. I do all the prep and cutting prior, then the cost is minimal. Basically I have everything mocked up and clamped down before I call him to come over.

x2 its not tubular, but good quality and really stiffened up my front.

Got my HDK in last week and promptly installed it. Like everyone says its a great product and Denny is top notch to work with. I could only afford the K member right away, but it's a start! Had to use a come-along to pull the frame rails in about 1/4" before it would fit, but my original k...

Yup, any local parts store should have some for you. I bought mine at O'Reilly's. Posted via Topify using iPhone/iPad

There is a nice thread in Transmission and Drivetrain tech with the title "Pinion angle - have a vibration" that explained everything rather well. Posted via Topify using iPhone/iPad

The curve on the shock plate faces down. There is a good diagram in the service manual on assembly. Here is one example of a shock plate stud replacement. I think I bought mine at jeggs. http://www.speedwaymotors.com/Shock-Mount-Studs,5485.html

You can also look for shock plates from an 8 1/4 as they have the same 3" tube size. If studs are bad, you can buy a new set online for about 15$, drill the old ones out and replace. That's what I did for mine. Posted via Topify using iPhone/iPad

You can buy a bolt to replace it. You'll have to cut the stud off the shock plate and then drill it out to fit the new stud bolt. I also welded the nut and stud to the shock plate after I put it in. Worked pretty good. Here is an example. I'd look around, if I recall mine were only 15$ from...

Holy mother of rear suspension systems.

Someone correct me if I'm wrong, but I believe you want to install the subframe connectors with weight on the wheels; engine and tranny installed etc.