1963 Dart question

[RustyRatRod]

I know the 63s were kinda designed around the slant. I actually think that's kinda neato. I also know the firewall has to be modified to clear the distributor for a small block. BUT, what about a big block? A 383 to be exact. I don't wanna hear about exhaust or this or that. Just a simple question. Will the 383 bolt in the 63 without firewall mods since the distributor is in the front?

 

[Dart_Doctor]

Now this I dont know but would like to know too ...........

 

[Walt Jackson]

There's a forum dedicated to this topic.

http://www.bigblockdart.com/

--Walt Jackson

 

[RustyRatRod]

I'm not searchin an entire forum. I did several searches to no avail. Thanks though.

 

[Abodyman]

The short answer is Yes.... Up until I decided to go with a Gen III hemi, I was going to put a 63 413 in my 63 dart. If you are hell bent on doing this, the best option is to go with one of the tubular A-arm setups. I'm personally going to go with the magnum force kit. That being said the Alter Kation kit is very nice.

 

[805moparkid]

were moving twords putting a 451 low deck in AZ426Hemi's 63 dart.

 

[66340SEDAN]

Cool, straight axle gasser???

 

[805moparkid]

Cool, straight axle gasser???

he wants a AWB but isn't in a position to do it. i can but need mine done first before finishing someone elses!

 

[RustyRatRod]

Ok. I knew it would bolt in. Thanks Schumacher. But will anything have to be cut? Particularly the firewall where the wiper motor hump is? I know the small block that area has to be cut because of the distributor. But since the distributor is in front on a 383........

 

[66340SEDAN]

63 Darts are one of the coolest cars to hot rod, I hope to find one some day....

 

[Tincup]

A Gen 3 Hemi fits with no firewall mods ( no dist ). :cheers: