That wasn't too bad. Picked the engine up with the crane and dropped it in. Slid right in even with the deep pan. Had to crank the angle up on the pivot plate but that is what it is for. Looks good in there, now I can take some measurements and see what I need for a radiator and driveshaft and stuff like that.
Starting a BB Duster project
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dadodgekid
When in doubt... floor it
Looking good sir! any idea how much the engine weighs?
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Scale says 516 lbs for this engine with water pump but no carb. Should be close to what it weighs in the car.
I dropped it back on the ground to see what the ride height looks like and how much ground clearance I have for the oil pan. Oil pan hangs down there a bit, not sure if I'll change the pan or not. Look like I need to dent the pan (or modify it) for the center link. At full lock to the right the center link hits the pan.
The hood scoop has plenty of clearance for the tall air cleaner so that is nice. I'd like to run a 4 or 5 inch element with an engine that makes this much power.
The hood scoop has plenty of clearance for the tall air cleaner so that is nice. I'd like to run a 4 or 5 inch element with an engine that makes this much power.
famous bob
mopar misfit
Andy, was it you that said the air raid filter tops messed up flow paths? Can`t remember where I read it------Bob
360duster
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cool, pretty interesting what this engine can do with the A-Body. I like your project, thanks for sharing!
Michael
Michael
UDUST81
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sweet ride! cant wait to see more!
dart_68
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Did you make that engine plate or buy it?
That is kind of a funny question but the answer is that you can buy that same motor plate from Mancini Racing or Hughes Engines. Part number is AR146 for the big block A body plate.
dart_68
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Thanks for the info.
Penstarpurist
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I'm in Salem myself and have seen several 187 c body oil pans listed on Craigslist locally for like $75. It's the same thing we are running on our big block duster. Of course I'm sure you are aware of wildcat wrecking yard in Sandy Oregon. They sell pans for $125 all day long. A bit pricey, but cheaper than the new ones they are selling on 440 source.
bkd
No more Scoops
Do you plan on putting the or reconnecting the roll bar? love the build so far.
bkd
No more Scoops
Nice
I lucked out a couple years ago and got he last engine cradle you made from mancini racing....worth every dollar! Best engine cradle I have ever had!
I like this duster project, looking forward to seeing more progress on it.
I like this duster project, looking forward to seeing more progress on it.
I stopped making the engine cradles but Mazzolini Racing copied them and I think they have them for sale. US Car Tool also has the design but I don't think they have them for sale yet.
R u clearancing the trans tunnel to run a shield? Kim
These deals are never there when you need them! Great project, will be fun!
famous bob
mopar misfit
I am amazed at how big the engine bay is in a duster ! Way bigger than my fish.
I don't think a Duster is any bigger than a Cuda, might be an optical illusion since I shot the picture with a wide angle lens.
It's identical as Barracuda.
The rear tires are 345/50-15 drag radials. I don't think anyone makes that size anymore. I'm not sure on the rims, maybe 15x10 but I suppose they could be larger. I do not know where the hood scoop came from, it was with the car when I bought it.
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