69 Notch Barracuda - Rebirth

[JCJones]

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[ScampMike]

sounds (and looks) like a great project - keep us posted! That back seat is crazy!! LOL
food for thought - pull the wiring harness and buy a new one... for my 2c, as you're not restoring it - go aftermarket.

 

[4spdragtop]

Congrats! Sure does look solid. A notch is on my bucket list

 

[ScampMike]

there are so many options these days that the best advice is to let the net do it's thing.. use your favorite search engine and surf away..

 

[racerdan80]

Awesome foundation to start with. Know this, factory 383's were not available with power steering. However conversion mounts and headers are available now so you may install that big block and keep your power steering. Www.engine-swaps.com

 

[BB-Dave]

Looks like a good start!!!!! I'm a '69 NOTCH lover!!!! Any questions just ask.....

 

[mosleyme]

Thanks guys.

Yeah... Not looking To do a concourse restoration by any means. Just looking to add some enjoyment to life in a damn cool car.

I did see that wiring running along the back drive-side pillar and thought the same thing. Any links/advice on where to start my reasonably affordable (good quality) aftermarket parts supply hunting will always be appreciated. My experience up til now is has been with vintage motorcycles so this is all new.

There is some "junk" out there, so do your research before you buy anything. Some things it is better to spend a little money on because the headaches otherwise are not worth it.

This is one of the better options for wiring harnesses to replace the OEM; kind of pricey but it includes quite a few parts, including bulb sockets and switches, so when looking at other harness options take that into consideration: 1967-75 Mopar A Body Classic Update Kit | American Autowire

By the way - I really love the Notchback Barracudas and your hood rocks!

 

[mosleyme]

... fitting a 383 should be no problem. I know first hand that a 383 and 440 both fit. I fit a 383 in mine back in 1988 with modified B-body headers and welded 3/8" plate for the driver's motor mount. I have had a 440 in the car since 1994. Here is a picture of mine with the Schumaker headers on a 440 in 2007. The Schumakers will work with factory power steering. The car has had a few changes since then.

 

[JCJones]

BOOKS!!!

 

[cuda20]

Sweet looking notch.

 

[skep419]

Looks like a solid start. Sweet car.

 

[cuda20]

295/55/15 on a 8 inch wheel 41/2 inch bs on the back. Fronts will depend on your choice of exhaust.

 

[cuda20]

Nicely done.

 

[4spdragtop]

Nice!

 

[JCJones]

Cam coming out.... Block heading off for a bath and magnaflux before any further investment.

 

[JCJones]

Engine block magnaflux came out 'all systems go'. Looks like I'll need at least a .040 cylinder overbore to clean them up. I'm thinking I may as well go to .060 out of the gate??

 

[MrJLR]

Subscribed!

Notch-back Barracudas rule!

Jeff

 

[JTG]

What Jeff said.

 

[Abodybomber]

Looks like fun,best of luck...

 

[g413]

I like your approach to not necessarily getting it perfect, but getting it back on the road and driving it. That was my approach, but it seems like one thing leads to another. Anyway, it is a really nice car to start with. Keep us informed.

Search previous threads. There are a lot of knowledgeable people on this site.

 

[JCJones]

I'll be breaking down the Extension Housing pieces next...

 

[JCJones]

Some gear picks... wear and tear etc...

 

[Cuda68Scott]

Just read through your thread, you are making great progress. I bet that notch will be a hoot to drive with that 383 in it. I'll come on now and then and pester you to get to work!

Scott

 

[4spdragtop]

Awesome work! Looks like fun, enjoy!

 

[cuda20]

Nice, coming right along