V8 swap on a 65 Dart

[dustergal]

I've read that /6 and V8 cars used the same K-frame so if that is the case all we need is a pair of engine brackets and motor mounts? and drop link.
Thank you

 

[abodyjoe]

yup. and some kind of exhaust manifolds or header.

 

[dustergal]

Thanks Joe!

 

[VDART]

v-8 cars had a dropped center link also, Lawrence

 

[grimreaper]

You'll need the v-8 throttle pedal/cable assy too.

 

[RustyRatRod]

The Doug's headers are REAL nice. I had them on my '65 Valiant. They almost literally fell in. Easiest set of headers I ever installed. I also did NOT install a drop center link. I used a stock car pan and had no trouble at all. I also used the Schumacher mounts so that may have had something to do with it.

 

[1968hemidart]

Please see attachment, i think you will find this information helpful

mopar charlie
727-271-5068

 

[chewy]

v-8 cars had a dropped center link also, Lawrence

I've seen some /6 cars that had the v8 centerlink on them as well.

 

[cavemanmoron]

you will need a V8 Tranny or bell housing;
and the correct driveshaft too.

Unless the car has no rust, It might be easier to buy a V8 car.

 

[RustyRatRod]

Please see attachment, i think you will find this information helpful

mopar charlie
727-271-5068

What attachment might that be?

 

[1968hemidart]

please send me a e-mail, for some reason, I am not able to add the attachment to the thread

[email protected]

 

[pishta]

If your 6 had A/C you can use the throttle cable, but the non AC linkage throttle contraption wont work. Get the kickdown from the V8 too.

 

[fstfish66]

after market kick down cable will be easier to find if going to a 4 barrell on that V 8

 

[cudamark]

I've read that /6 and V8 cars used the same K-frame so if that is the case all we need is a pair of engine brackets and motor mounts? and drop link.
Thank you

And cooling, exhaust system, correct engine accessories, etc......along with recommended upgrades like: bigger torsion bars, HD rear axle, better brakes, etc.....