ENGINE STROKING OR SWAPPING As the old saying goes, “There is no replacement for displacement.” When working with a B-Body vehicle, there are two choices for more engine displacement. Either the existing engine can be swapped out for a larger engine, or the existing engine can be made larger by … [Read more...] about Stroke or Swap? Mopar B-Body Options for More Horsepower
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Mopar B-Body Front Suspension Upgrades
Chrysler muscle cars were equipped with an excellent double-wishbone front suspension system from the factory. When combined with the asymmetrical rear leaf springs and front torsion bars, the factory design makes a very capable suspension system. Nevertheless, there are some simple modifications … [Read more...] about Mopar B-Body Front Suspension Upgrades
How to Detail and Show Your Mopar B-Body Project
After you have spent literally thousands of hours building and restoring your car, a final and very important part of showing your car and winning first place is in the final details. These cars have sometimes cost six figures to build. Only one or two points may separate first from second and often … [Read more...] about How to Detail and Show Your Mopar B-Body Project
Mopar B-Body Miscellaneous Mechanicals Guide
When your powertrain is complete, you can add some functionality and some amenities to your B-Body. This chapter shows you how to incorporate some civility and creature comforts into your Mopar project. This Tech Tip is From the Full Book, MOPAR B-BODY RESTORATION: 1966-1970. For a … [Read more...] about Mopar B-Body Miscellaneous Mechanicals Guide
Mopar B-Body Powertrain Guide for Restoration
As you disassemble the engine, take pictures and take the time to bag and tag all parts. It is amazing how quickly you forget how that bracket goes back on. Many accessories go with the engine, but we focus on the long-block from disassembly to the completed unit with factory paint. If … [Read more...] about Mopar B-Body Powertrain Guide for Restoration
Mopar B-Body Suspension Guide for Restoration
The suspension systems of Chrysler vehicles, including those of 1966– 1970 B-Bodies, were some of the most unique coming out of Detroit during the height of the muscle car era, particularly the independent front suspension. Using a unique torsion bar instead of the more conventional coil spring … [Read more...] about Mopar B-Body Suspension Guide for Restoration
Mopar B-Body Paint Prep and Painting for Restoration
The very first thing everyone does when they walk up to a car for the first time is to look at the paint. It requires your very best effort and the most attention to detail that you can give it. This Tech Tip is From the Full Book, MOPAR B-BODY RESTORATION: 1966-1970. For a comprehensive … [Read more...] about Mopar B-Body Paint Prep and Painting for Restoration
Mopar B-Body Bodywork Guide for Restoration
Removing rust, straightening body panels, and correcting bodylines and gaps are difficult and important steps to restoring a car. This aspect of the restoration can be the longest, most expensive, and most frustrating. It can also be the most rewarding. This Tech Tip is From the Full … [Read more...] about Mopar B-Body Bodywork Guide for Restoration
Mopar B-Body Disassembly Guide
Now that you have your project car purchased, documented, and safely stored in your garage the task of restoration can seem overwhelming. From this point forward it is tempting to simply start taking everything apart and tossing it in the corner just like the guys on TV. But that is the last thing … [Read more...] about Mopar B-Body Disassembly Guide
Mopar B-Body Identity Documents – Restoration Project
If you are fortunate enough to have any original factory documents with your car you are in the minority. If a car has even one of these documents it raises the desirability and even the value of the car. Only a very small percentage of 1966–1970 Plymouth and Dodge B-Bodies are lucky enough to have … [Read more...] about Mopar B-Body Identity Documents – Restoration Project