71 cuda pro-touring build from SC

[johns cuda shop]

Hello, I have a solid 71 barracuda that I am in a process of turning into pro touring car. I have the car torn down ready for the blaster and a reilly motorsports alterkation ,steet lynx , wilwood 4 wheel discs bought for it already. Plans are for us car tool subframe connectors, 6.1 hemi crate. Tremec 5 speed. 8 3/4 with 3.73 , custom aluminum fuel tank w/pump and baffles, hydroboost,bouchillion brackets and a/c stuff. custom gauges , shaker hood, gilled fender patches.. TTI headers ,X-pipe. 18X10s on rear 17X8s on the front. Black paint, grill and black hokeystick stripe. any ideas guys

[formula]

alright awesome--where are y'all in sc?

[johns cuda shop]

Hello, Myrtle beach SC area ,Thanks

[wilks70]

welcome to this place

[TROUBLE987]

Hello, I have a solid 71 barracuda that I am in a process of turning into pro touring car. I have the car torn down ready for the blaster and a reilly motorsports alterkation ,steet lynx , wilwood 4 wheel discs bought for it already. Plans are for us car tool subframe connectors, 6.1 hemi crate. Tremec 5 speed. 8 3/4 with 3.73 , custom aluminum fuel tank w/pump and baffles, hydroboost,bouchillion brackets and a/c stuff. custom gauges , shaker hood, gilled fender patches.. TTI headers ,X-pipe. 18X10s on rear 17X8s on the front. Black paint, grill and black hokeystick stripe. any ideas guys
Hey john,johnny here in northaugusta sc,coming your way next friday..i have a 1971 cuda also building..me and the family is going to the beach,for a few days..question have you ever installed the gills?and where are you getting them from?i bought a set and notice they wasnt stamped right so be careful..mine came from pg classics..good luck on your build,keep us post as you do stuff too

[68Formula]

Welcome.

Hints? The stiffer the structure the better. Probably one of the most overlooked yet critical areas. Seriously consider adding XV Motorsports core support and inner fender braces to your list at a minimum. The compartment brace would help tremedously as well. It will feel more controlled, produce less NVH, and let the suspension do it's job rather than the body trying to do it.

[johns cuda shop]

Hello, yes I plan on the the inner fenderwell braces and core support brace, I might even box the leaf spring areas. This is just going to be a fun street car, I don't plan on racing it.but thanks. I the fender patches were cut out of a original car, the repro fender gill fit in there nice. thanks for the info.John

[Tucks69]

Welcome to the forum! Cool Project!

[68Formula]

Hello, yes I plan on the the inner fenderwell braces and core support brace, I might even box the leaf spring areas. This is just going to be a fun street car, I don't plan on racing it.but thanks. I the fender patches were cut out of a original car, the repro fender gill fit in there nice. thanks for the info.John

Add the Hemi torque boxes front and rear. You wont' need to race it to reap the benefits. More comfortabe ride, better handling and fewer sqeaks and rattles.

http://www.autorust.com/m_boxi.html

[1971CHEVELLE]

Welcome to the site

[MrQuick]

my fav car of all time...welcome and hope you start a project page soon

[CruizinKev]

welcome aboard! cool project! good luck with! :)

[turbo kid]

Nice, any more photos?

[johns cuda shop]

Hello, thanks for the great response.... I will be posting more pictures as soon as it comes back from the blaster. John

[johns cuda shop]

Hi everyone. Its been a while since I posted here. I had the body blasted and epoxy prime. I have my Hemi viper 6spd rear end ready. I will be assembling the suspension shortly. check out my progress so far at http://s1187.photobucket.com/albums/z400/customachinecomponents/71%20Cuda%20Pro-Touring%20Build/ Thanks

[dropit69]

the 71 is my favorite of all the Mopars..prolly my fav musclecar out there cant wait to watch the build.!!

[cobragt]

Welcome!

[Scarelane]

Cool! Love Cudas!

[go-fish]

Awesome! I've been in parts buying mode lately for my 'Cuda. Can't wait to see it done and I'm sure you're in the same boat.

Great pics!

[johns cuda shop]

Hello, Thanks for the great response. I also have my AAR Cuda Tribute for sale, best of eveything. Addoco suspension , 360 auto 323 posi, disc brakes, All new thoughout .View pictures at http://s1187.photobucket.com/albums/z400/customachinecomponents/ $32,000 843-324-3586 or [email protected]

[johns cuda shop]

This is a update guys

[SparkyRnD]

those are such beautiful cars. I love the body lines and the wide rear on them. Would love to see this at future southeastern PT events!

[johns cuda shop]

Teardown for bodywork and paint. Now the fun begins