Model T build with dodge parts???

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mrtires24

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I bought a model T for a for sale project.

Right now it is all original runner driver.
I have a short box d100 with a strong 360, auto trans and 8 3/4 rear with 455 gears. I am into the truck for $50 ( not the model t)

I'm kinda thinking that because the model t is a small market in stock condition, to maybe switch the drive tran from the d100 into it and hot roding it out?

What are your thoughts? Most do a chev drive tran.

Do you think it would broaden the market as a hot rod, or stock?

Thanks
 
Suggest a F/M/J front suspension and what ever /6 you care to use. I know it doesn't look like a T, but it is.

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Not really looking for suggestions on what to build it with. If I do it, it's with what I have allready and wanted thoughts on that. Thanks.
 
My old neighbor has a 23' T with a 440/727/8.75 setup in it. It was purple. I don't like T's but it was definitly cooler becasue the mopar driveline wasn't the runof the mill 350/350/10 bolt everyone else has.
 
If the car is stock, and nice enough to make a rod from - I'd suggest flipping it as is. If it's got frame or body issues, swap away but most of the rodders go with Chevy because they are cheap, and parts can be had anywhere - these guys drive their cars.
 
there is a t bucket in the area with a 440 with tunnel ram, dual quads. with a no brake front axle and drum brake rear, and some huge meats on it. the car is beautiful.
 
if you are just selling it, I'd sell it as-is with the option to the buyer to purchase the truck with it.... unless you want a project.....
 
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