Not exactly new but heres my junk... [Archive]

72BBSwinger

11-25-2012, 06:33 PM

Hello! Name is Emil and im in North Platte,NE. I have a 72 Dart that I bought in 1996 to put an engine I had in from a totaled Ramcharger. The motor was a 400/451 that I built in 1994 on a whim. Long story short I used to drink more than I should have and ran from the cops one night in that Ramcharger and well thankfully nobody was hurt but that Rmacharger was totaled. So I pulled the motor and it sat in my garage for a couple years until I found the Dart under a tree for $250. I eventually built the Dart with a good 727,found an 8 3/4,put in some 4.10s bolted on the sticky mickeys and bracket raced it on and off for about 12 yrs. It ran a best of 11.96 at 112mph at 2400ft. elevation. Engine has flat tops 10.1,stock crank,rods,ported 452 heads by me and a .510 lift Comp hyd cam. Fast forward to 2 yrs ago and I now have a wife and 2 boys. Drag racing is fun but expensive and since my engine was still going strong and can survive on pump gas I wanted to make the car more versatile and family oriented. So the big n littles needed to go and a swaybar was also needed. I also loved the look of the Pro Touring cars these days and really wanted to see it adapted to my old bracket car. So here a few pics of the transformation. This one was the last day at the strip.

72BBSwinger

11-25-2012, 06:39 PM

Heres the first few mods, 18s,minitub,swaybar, bracing and chin spoiler.

72BBSwinger

11-25-2012, 06:47 PM

Last winter I decided it needed longer legs so I found a Viper T56 and set about installing that. Then it snowballed into pulling the engine,Milodon Road race pan,aluminum driveshaft, rebuild rearend with 3.91s,Hotchkis rear springs,Firm Feel 1.06 torsion bars, Performer Rpm intake, Fast EZ efi, 25 gallon fuel tank and intank Walbro. Also got new buckets and redid the backseat. Then had the rear wheels widened to 18x12. I still havent recovered completely financially lol!

72BBSwinger

11-25-2012, 06:50 PM

Some more

72BBSwinger

11-25-2012, 06:53 PM

And the way she is today

tommycomfort

11-25-2012, 07:39 PM

We've seen it in person and it just looks "right". Glad you posted some pictures for all to enjoy!

72BBSwinger

11-25-2012, 07:47 PM

Hello Tom! Hows it going? Im gonna assume your son is the Saminator? That is awesome! Thanks and hope to run into you again.

srh3trinity

11-25-2012, 08:39 PM

I like that much tire on that car.

tommycomfort

11-26-2012, 04:06 AM

Hello Tom! Hows it going? Im gonna assume your son is the Saminator? That is awesome! Thanks and hope to run into you again.

Hey Emil, glad to see you on here. A lot has happened with our 66 since the last time we saw you but all is well now or will be by spring.
Yep, our son Sam is "Saminator" on here. His car would be a lot further along if he wasn't constantly wrenching on the rest of our projects.
I'm sure we'll run into you at another event before too long.

XLexusTech

11-26-2012, 04:42 AM

I dont know why we dont see a bunch of these cars.. I think they are such great looking cars... Well Done!

72BBSwinger

11-26-2012, 12:04 PM

I dont know why we dont see a bunch of these cars.. I think they are such great looking cars... Well Done!

Thanks man, I feel the same way. If you go to any dragstrip across the country you will see plenty A body Mopars. Ive always known these cars were not one trick ponys. The factory geometry and torsion bar setup is easily upgraded and can go a long way before it needs ditched IMO. My next mod is gonna be power steering. My car is big block powered and a manual steering box is all that fits,but, Borgeson just came out with a Delphi 600 box that looks real promising. Currently my setup is a Flaming River 16.1 manual that works good and is suprisingly precise but I really want to Autox this thing and I know it would be a struggle with the 275s on the front and manual box. Also would like more power since the engine is getting a little tired and a 450hp big block doesnt hold up against much this day and age.

72BBSwinger

03-30-2013, 04:15 PM

Updates, biggest Griffin I could fit, and in the process of power steering conversion..had to fab the brackets myself of course,Mopar, but I did use a Small block shivvy head mount bracket for the pump lol!

hotrodneb

03-31-2013, 04:28 AM

Grand Island here.....Go Big Red

tommycomfort

03-31-2013, 06:03 AM

Looks like great winter upgrades!

GrabberGT

03-31-2013, 06:13 AM

Subscribed. I really like these cars.

72BBSwinger

04-14-2013, 08:25 PM

Well I got this thing back on the road and all I can say is WOW! The Borgeson Delphi 600 conversion box is one of the top 2 upgrades i've done to this car. Effortless turning but solid on center feel without being over-assisted. It feels perfect, seriously. Road Course on the schedule in June for me,cant wait.

rustomatic

04-14-2013, 09:07 PM

Awesome car--I too just moved up to the modern world of power steering, and kind of like it! By the way, you didn't mean "snowball" when you started this thread. It was definitely an avalanche (not that horrible Chevy thing, but with snow, down a hill)...

txracer

04-29-2013, 04:37 PM

Nice ride, what brand A-arms? And headers?
I'm partial to darts

LT1Nova

04-30-2013, 03:43 AM

Great looking car. Nice transformation from a strip car.

72BBSwinger

05-07-2013, 04:17 PM

Nice ride, what brand A-arms? And headers?
I'm partial to darts Control arms are RMS and the headers are an old,1997, set of CPPA's. They were what became TTI.

Awesome car--I too just moved up to the modern world of power steering, and kind of like it! By the way, you didn't mean "snowball" when you started this thread. It was definitely an avalanche (not that horrible Chevy thing, but with snow, down a hill)...Thanks a bunch! Power Steering is like DUH!

Great looking car. Nice transformation from a strip car. Thanks!

72BBSwinger

05-07-2013, 04:20 PM

Well I just installed some Hotchkis Fox shocks. They are SUPER liteweight and so far they are proving to be a nice improvement over the Bilsteins they replaced.

Rod

05-07-2013, 06:35 PM

Well I just installed some Hotchkis Fox shocks. They are SUPER liteweight and so far they are proving to be a nice improvement over the Bilsteins they replaced.

Those are great shocks, I used them for a short while and was very impressed with there compliance to switch from track to street, and work well in both environments, Fox shocks are some of the best on the market right now!

72BBSwinger

05-07-2013, 06:51 PM

Yeah they are actually smoother that the Bilstiens! Didnt think that was possible. My car currently has an iron headed BB in the front and even though im sure these were not exactly tailored for my combo, these gave me a confidence boost on turn in lol!

72BBSwinger

06-08-2013, 04:25 PM

Finnaly tracked the thing. It did great, engine is ready for a rebuild though, blow by is out of hand lol! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1BvJ8hsZ8KY&feature=youtu.be

Ron Sutton

06-08-2013, 08:18 PM

How do you like the FAST injection system?

72BBSwinger

06-08-2013, 09:02 PM

It is reliable with an in tank Walbro. I bet it works really well on something better than my old loose drag motor without a great vacuum signal. I need a fresher engine to give an honest eval on it. As far as its on track performance I never got a single burp or hesitation during any corners with it.

no go nova

06-09-2013, 05:55 AM

Any plans for lightening up the more

72BBSwinger

10-13-2013, 04:14 PM

Any plans for lightening up the more

Definitely plan to shed some pounds somehow. Currently getting a 6.1 Hemi together for it and that sould shed 50-60lbs of the BB combo. Also want to do a glass front bumper, we will see what shakes out.

J-440

10-16-2013, 04:42 PM

Glad to see another Mopar on this board. Looking good bro!!

72BBSwinger

12-24-2013, 12:02 AM

Been busy making my own engine mounts and just getting everything to fit how I think best. These Gen III Hemis are still BIG little engines when you put them in Mopar A-bodies. Here is the final engine placement https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2013/12/IMAG0063_zps126fbd00-1.jpg (http://s626.photobucket.com/user/bdhmbre/media/IMAG0063_zps126fbd00.jpg.html)
And here are some shots of my home brewed mounts https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2013/12/IMAG0065_zps1674279a-1.jpg (http://s626.photobucket.com/user/bdhmbre/media/IMAG0065_zps1674279a.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2013/12/IMAG0066_zps7d9afa24-1.jpg (http://s626.photobucket.com/user/bdhmbre/media/IMAG0066_zps7d9afa24.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2013/12/IMAG0067_zps1393ccb3-1.jpg (http://s626.photobucket.com/user/bdhmbre/media/IMAG0067_zps1393ccb3.jpg.html)

72BBSwinger

02-01-2014, 05:13 PM

How about some oil cooler porn..
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2014/02/IMAG0080_zpsid6yhtcd-1.jpg (http://s626.photobucket.com/user/bdhmbre/media/IMAG0080_zpsid6yhtcd.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2014/02/IMAG0081_zpsuawnikro-1.jpg (http://s626.photobucket.com/user/bdhmbre/media/IMAG0081_zpsuawnikro.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2014/02/IMAG0082_zpspjus7u3t-1.jpg (http://s626.photobucket.com/user/bdhmbre/media/IMAG0082_zpspjus7u3t.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2014/02/IMAG0078_zpswzkjhxrb-1.jpg (http://s626.photobucket.com/user/bdhmbre/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMAG0078_zpswzkjhxrb.jpg.html)

chevmech1969

02-05-2014, 05:23 PM

Just wanted to say hello from a fellow north platteian the car looks great, its nice to see something thats not stock or a dragger around. I kept seeing it around last year made me want to drop all the house remodeling and work on my dust catcher. but maybe this year...or next...

72BBSwinger

02-06-2014, 03:47 AM

Welcome, and back at ya. I have no use for a car I can't drive the wheels off of. That reminds me this one has been sitting to long already, need to get busy....

tommycomfort

02-06-2014, 06:45 AM

Hey Emil,
You should bring that rocket ship to some events back this way. Midwest Muscle Car Challenge (Putnam Park) is just 40 minutes from our house and you can stay with us.

72BBSwinger

05-20-2014, 02:09 AM

Hey Tom, just now checking my own thread lol. Thanks very much for the gracious invite, maybe next year I can take you up on it. I have lots to do,cage,heads,engine,fab and paint engine compartment and am short on cash to get to it all this year. But thank goodness I have this site and you guys to keep me motivated! Here are a couple updates...
Final engine mock up before tear down
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2014/05/IMAG0114_zps7fqzjkqg-1.jpg (http://s626.photobucket.com/user/bdhmbre/media/IMAG0114_zps7fqzjkqg.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2014/05/IMAG0119_zpsgqsbynhw-1.jpg (http://s626.photobucket.com/user/bdhmbre/media/IMAG0119_zpsgqsbynhw.jpg.html)
My 10 yr old pitchin in with some paint stripping
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2014/05/IMAG0134_zps2cyapsse-1.jpg (http://s626.photobucket.com/user/bdhmbre/media/IMAG0134_zps2cyapsse.jpg.html)

72BBSwinger

10-06-2014, 04:51 PM

103707103708103709Dash it out and and in a pretty serious fab fest currently. Should have the long block DONE in the next few weeks. Then I will get cracking on making it safer.

Forgeline Wheels

10-21-2014, 07:20 AM

Welcome!

72BBSwinger

11-30-2014, 03:35 PM

Another small update:
Short block is 99% complete, have everything to complete engine except an oil pickup tube. You would think Milodon wouldn't sell an oil pan without at least designing the proper pickup tube for the application, umm no, that isn't how they do things.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2014/11/IMAG0275_zpsuxifzej4-1.jpg (http://s626.photobucket.com/user/bdhmbre/media/IMAG0275_zpsuxifzej4.jpg.html)
Engine compartment updates 99% done, then moving onto cage for the rest of car.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2014/11/IMAG0285_zpsgv4xeb8b-1.jpg (http://s626.photobucket.com/user/bdhmbre/media/IMAG0285_zpsgv4xeb8b.jpg.html)
Here is how the pickup tube Milodon said I needed a month ago lines up with the sump, NOT!
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2014/11/IMAG0279_zps15rqjqdd-1.jpg (http://s626.photobucket.com/user/bdhmbre/media/IMAG0279_zps15rqjqdd.jpg.html)

TonyHuntimer

11-30-2014, 11:24 PM

Very nice! It looks like you're doing some great work on your car. It's cool that your son is helping you too.

Keep it up,
Tony Huntimer
TestCarDatabase.com

72BBSwinger

11-30-2014, 11:36 PM

Thankyou! I he helps on the car, then he has a chance to drive it one day lol!

72BBSwinger

01-02-2015, 11:22 PM

Building my own cage exactly how I want it to fit. Its been a helluva a bunch of work and makes this 42 yr old body sore. The bars you see here completed are all 1.75x.125 DOM and will add about 100-120lbs to the car unfortunately but I figure if it is what FIA specs, then that is how it will be based. The X and harness bar will be removable and .120 wall. The engine bars are .095 wall. Going to put .120 wall rocker bars in as well. Not going to X the doors this go around and YES, im keeping the backseat. Going with 3 point retractables for outside backseat belts and will have a 5 point in the middle.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/01/IMAG0343_zpsfmtindcx-1.jpg (http://s626.photobucket.com/user/bdhmbre/media/IMAG0343_zpsfmtindcx.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/01/IMAG0340_zpsjdc6hor2-1.jpg (http://s626.photobucket.com/user/bdhmbre/media/IMAG0340_zpsjdc6hor2.jpg.html)

Ron Sutton

01-03-2015, 11:01 AM

Looking good. You planning to add a roof bar connecting the A-pillar bars?

72BBSwinger

01-03-2015, 01:08 PM

Definitely yes. Metal shop is out of .120 wall, waiting on delivery. I am also going to add dimple died plates to the A-pillars and some kickers to the rear downtubes. Heres the dash bar....
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/01/IMAG0346_zps9dsdbcch-1.jpg (http://s626.photobucket.com/user/bdhmbre/media/IMAG0346_zps9dsdbcch.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/01/IMAG0347_zpsivcv1dkb-1.jpg (http://s626.photobucket.com/user/bdhmbre/media/IMAG0347_zpsivcv1dkb.jpg.html)

72BBSwinger

01-28-2015, 08:26 PM

Here are a couple of the latest. Gonna get some tube clamps to make the harness bar removable. And im thinking about a rear harness bar under the package tray for a middle position harness.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/01/IMAG0361_zpsrm6rj3ny-1.jpg (http://s626.photobucket.com/user/bdhmbre/media/IMAG0361_zpsrm6rj3ny.jpg.html)
And the paint, Hammerite Dark Blue brushable.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/01/IMAG0360_zpsy5g5wmlf-1.jpg (http://s626.photobucket.com/user/bdhmbre/media/IMAG0360_zpsy5g5wmlf.jpg.html)

72BBSwinger

02-16-2015, 02:14 PM

Made a couple additions....
Accusump
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/02/IMAG0380_zps7z58cngm-1.jpg (http://s626.photobucket.com/user/bdhmbre/media/IMAG0380_zps7z58cngm.jpg.html)
And a clamp on breather from WEHRS Machine, good stuff.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/02/IMAG0383_zpshghfn8bp-1.jpg (http://s626.photobucket.com/user/bdhmbre/media/IMAG0383_zpshghfn8bp.jpg.html)

72BBSwinger

02-22-2015, 06:21 PM

Now ya see it....
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/02/IMAG0388_zpsyrmixbxe-1.jpg (http://s626.photobucket.com/user/bdhmbre/media/IMAG0388_zpsyrmixbxe.jpg.html)
Now ya don't....
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/02/IMAG0389_zpsrlckykh4-1.jpg (http://s626.photobucket.com/user/bdhmbre/media/IMAG0389_zpsrlckykh4.jpg.html)

Tomswheels

02-22-2015, 07:30 PM

Looks great Emil!

72BBSwinger

02-22-2015, 08:26 PM

Thanks Tom!

72BBSwinger

03-05-2015, 03:18 PM

While having my T56 apart to dial in bellhousing I decided to go ahead and install an oil sprayer for the input and countershaft bearings that starve for oil under high excelleration G's. Don't have a pump or cooler yet but figured if I get that far, the trans is ready on the outlet side anyway. Went with 8an and went to the hardware store and bought a brass pipe fitting and a weed sprayer fan nozzle for a total expense of about $30.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/03/IMAG0406_zpsg38at75x-1.jpg (http://s626.photobucket.com/user/bdhmbre/media/IMAG0406_zpsg38at75x.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/03/IMAG0407_zpsfjkxiehp-1.jpg (http://s626.photobucket.com/user/bdhmbre/media/IMAG0407_zpsfjkxiehp.jpg.html)

72BBSwinger

04-18-2015, 07:48 PM

Going back together with this old girl.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/04/IMAG0443_zpsv94160ay-1.jpg (http://s626.photobucket.com/user/bdhmbre/media/IMAG0443_zpsv94160ay.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/04/IMAG0444_zpsqnaohhsx-1.jpg (http://s626.photobucket.com/user/bdhmbre/media/IMAG0444_zpsqnaohhsx.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/04/IMAG0446_zpsa8nxifxz-1.jpg (http://s626.photobucket.com/user/bdhmbre/media/IMAG0446_zpsa8nxifxz.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/04/IMAG0447_zpsp6inahgk-1.jpg (http://s626.photobucket.com/user/bdhmbre/media/IMAG0447_zpsp6inahgk.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/04/IMAG0453_zpssbub65ax-1.jpg (http://s626.photobucket.com/user/bdhmbre/media/IMAG0453_zpssbub65ax.jpg.html)

68Formula

04-19-2015, 05:16 AM

Wow, this thing is awesome! That Hemi looks like it could have came that way from the factory.

And to think I almost didn't click on it, for fear "heres my junk" might not be car pictures. :eek:

72BBSwinger

04-19-2015, 01:00 PM

Thanks! This forum doesn't allow thread name changes or category moves by the user or I would change the name and move it to a build category, oh well that ship has sailed!

ONDSKAN

04-19-2015, 07:03 PM

Love me some Hemi!!! Great build.... I think that the Dart/Swinger/Scamp are the best platforms for a pro-touring Dodge/Plymouth build from the 70's. I have Dart in my neighborhood just sitting and rotting away... owner is no where to be found.. pity

Rabidus

04-19-2015, 11:18 PM

Mind if i ask what modell those front seats are?
Great build thread btw, i will be following this. :)

72BBSwinger

04-20-2015, 07:06 AM

Seats are Yonaka Ronin, fine Chinese craftsmanship.

72BBSwinger

04-30-2015, 07:38 PM

Update
Made a video as proof of progress. Tuning a rebuilt engine with an un-used,by me, MS3 and 80 lb injectors has its challenges. But I have it idling and now its time to get it all back together for once and for all. After I figured out how to tell the ECU that the injectors are twice the size as the installed tune was calibrated for it idles like this....
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GMMF7gS7DQE&feature=youtu.be

groho

05-01-2015, 10:21 AM

beautiful job!

72BBSwinger

05-29-2015, 08:00 PM

Keeping this going with some of the latest work done.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/05/IMAG0470_zpstyksazxd-1.jpg (http://s626.photobucket.com/user/bdhmbre/media/IMAG0470_zpstyksazxd.jpg.html)
Nothing is easy on a Mopar
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/05/IMAG0487_zpsgkggckmw-1.jpg (http://s626.photobucket.com/user/bdhmbre/media/IMAG0487_zpsgkggckmw.jpg.html)
Sneaky oil cooler
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/05/IMAG0488_zpsb3fqzj6d-1.jpg (http://s626.photobucket.com/user/bdhmbre/media/IMAG0488_zpsb3fqzj6d.jpg.html)
Fenders ON, yes shop is like a tornado went through
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/05/IMAG0492_zpszl7dwnyx-1.jpg (http://s626.photobucket.com/user/bdhmbre/media/IMAG0492_zpszl7dwnyx.jpg.html)
Dash is in and wiring almost complete
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/05/IMAG0494_zpserqred8c-1.jpg (http://s626.photobucket.com/user/bdhmbre/media/IMAG0494_zpserqred8c.jpg.html)

J-440

05-30-2015, 06:09 AM

Looking good brother. Keep those pics coming!!

Nicks67GTO

05-30-2015, 11:24 AM

Cool build! Keep it coming

slotto

08-25-2015, 05:34 PM

That is awesome bro!
I loved it before you started.
It keeps getting better.

72BBSwinger

03-24-2016, 04:03 PM

Thanks for the comps! I need to update this thing a bit:
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2016/03/11427178_1006437922700430_20213785648944-1.jpg (http://s626.photobucket.com/user/bdhmbre/media/11427178_1006437922700430_2021378564894461732_n_zp snxx7maxv.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2016/03/IMG_0639_zpsvqasevco-1.jpg (http://s626.photobucket.com/user/bdhmbre/media/IMG_0639_zpsvqasevco.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2016/03/IMAG0500_zpsxcmppnjh-1.jpg (http://s626.photobucket.com/user/bdhmbre/media/IMAG0500_zpsxcmppnjh.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2016/03/IMAG0522_zpsey46fg18-1.jpg (http://s626.photobucket.com/user/bdhmbre/media/IMAG0522_zpsey46fg18.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/08/IMAG0532_zps1nnewr0v-1.jpg (http://s626.photobucket.com/user/bdhmbre/media/IMAG0532_zps1nnewr0v.jpg.html)