41 Plymouth SB Mopar Engine Swap

[rockable]

Rather than double type and upload this, I'll post the link to the Hamb.

http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/showthread.php?p=5493363&posted=1#post5493363

[Andydodge]

Rock.......nice work, just noticed that you are partial to "P" cars.......Plymouth,Pontiac,Porsche..........tho' it appears you've been a bit careless with your truck preference...........Che..........lol...........andyd

[Mustang6147]

I had to really think about this one Rock... I just finished reading your post on the hamb, and thought I was loosin my mind for a minute.... Nice work.

[rockable]

Yeah, Andy. I'm pretty much the anti-Chevy guy but I do like Chevy trucks. Go figure. That's my one token Chevy.

Maybe I'll do a Packard or a Peugot after this one! Not!

[Kirby D34]

Looking good Rock. I like the 340 manifolds they work great. Keep us posted. Kirby D34

[claybill]

on my 41 i had to put in a swivel joint for the steering rod...yours fit..?

bill

[Plymouthy Adams]

now the 340 small block manifolds are even more rare and very very expensive on the most part..even I have not lucked upon a set of these..but I am always looking...

[Kirby D34]

I got a set of reproduction 340 manifolds about 4 yrs ago for my 318. They where about the same price that a used set would cost. They dont have any casting numbers are heat riser. I see on their website they are about $900 now. Kirby D34

[rockable]

I was VERY fortunate to snag these off Craigslist. I have an extra passenger side one, if you'd like to buy it. You'd still have to find you a matching driver's side. I also have a driver's side manifold but I think it's for a 318. PM me if you're interested.

Claybill, yes it will work without putting a swivel joint in . I can get my fingers between the steering column and the manifold on the side. At the rear, it's going to depend a little on my transmission mount but I'm shooting for about 3/8". That should be safe.

[fstfish66]

have ya tried magnum exhaust manifolds,,?? the word is they outt flow the 340 manifolds by a ton,, and can be found cheap,,,if i make the swap from my red ram hemi to a LA based motor i have a set to try in a 40 coupe

[Fireball]

have ya tried magnum exhaust manifolds,,?? the word is they outt flow the 340 manifolds by a ton,, and can be found cheap,,,if i make the swap from my red ram hemi to a LA based motor i have a set to try in a 40 coupe

Second to that, and the bolt circle is exactly the same.

[rockable]

Let us know how they work out!

[claybill]

tim..i bought a 318 barracuda motor..and have the ex manifolds and the rocker covers available. are these perhaps the same as you are looking for..?

claybill

[Plymouthy Adams]

sending a PM with link to a picture..

Edited August 6, 2010 by Tim Adams

[dwilliamson03]

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=320571751798&viewitem=&sspagename=STRK%3AMESELX%3AIT

[rockable]

New updates posted on Hamb thread. Transmission crossmember finished today.

http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=498434

[rockable]

I re-assembled my chassis and put the body back on this weekend!

[rockable]

part 2.

[greg g]

nice to see you kept the MOPAR front end with the upgrades. Looks nice and clean.

[oldodge41]

I've been following the build on the HAMB. There is some craftsmanship in this build. Great job!

[rockable]

I've been following the build on the HAMB. There is some craftsmanship in this build. Great job!

Thanks for the props. This is not my first restoration but it is my first hot rod build. The goal is for it to look basically stock but have more modern running gear and accessories like AC. The interior will be original bench seat and two tone. I'm thinking a burgundy/maroon paint and burgundy/taupe interior.

[Don Coatney]

Thanks for the props. This is not my first restoration but it is my first hot rod build. The goal is for it to look basically stock but have more modern running gear and accessories like AC. The interior will be original bench seat and two tone. I'm thinking a burgundy/maroon paint and burgundy/taupe interior.

I wish I had the time and energy to do it like you have done it! Great job!

[rockable]

Thanks, Don. You just can't be in a hurry to drive the car. Truth is, I enjoy building them better than driving them. Doing all that work is my stress reliever. I get two days a week in my shop, usually, and that is my most relaxing two days of the week. I really enjoy the metal work and fabrication. The detail work of re-assembly and painting is what tries my patience.

[JoelOkie]

Rock has definately got the skill, equipment, and a very nice place to work on the car. I got to see it, and meet him last year. This is a great car. Joel

[rockable]

Rock has definately got the skill, equipment, and a very nice place to work on the car. I got to see it, and meet him last year. This is a great car. Joel

Thanks, Joel. How is your project coming along?