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I just got this yesterday, I mocked it up with some Mopar regalia in photoshop.  Got a great deal on it with boxes and boxes of new parts for about 1/4 price the guy had in to it since the motor is out, convertible in winter, he's losing his storage, lost interest, etc.  He had a restored '66 Formula S Barracuda and I think he burned out on this MG.

I had a Triumph TR-6 about 25 years ago and the British car bug has been simmering since.  I've been browsing the low end of the craigslist market for more than a year and Mopars are hard to find.  TR-6 prices are up there too, but this MG Midget has an incredible amount of cheap parts available (http://www.victoriabritish.com/icatalog/sm/t.aspx?Page=15) which was appealing.

Anyway, this is a 'starter' project until the right Charger comes along.

Nice! Except the GL crap that is.   :icon_smile_big:

When I lived in the UK, some 20 years ago, I stumbled upon three MG-Bs in not so fresh condition. They each had their strong points so I made one good one out of the three and sold the leftovers. I had next to nothing into that car and it was a blast to drive!

I don't have any current projects besides the Charger but once it's done and I'm back at work, my next one would be a V8 powered Delorean. But I'll get a car for my wife first. Something 30s or 40s, not sure what yet.

Enjoy the MG!   :2thumbs:

She is real sweet Homerr!
I always thought midgets were too small, even for a little fella like me? :smilielol:
We have a saying the the UK, big guys buy little cars and short-arses (like me) buy B-bodies... :cheers:

Heh, the General MG thing certainly was tongue-in-cheek.  I figured since the car is orange/tan I could get away with it.

I'm 6' and 230# and fit in it just fine.  The issue is more ingress/egress since the doors are so short.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QdjeBXvPKgg

And speaking of MGB's I can't fit in them, the dash goes down too low and I can get my knees under it, even though they are bigger cars!  Here's a flashback video for you, nice little series:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=huoEMqq6Oe4

not a project like that for shows, but a driver I have to keep on mantenience being from 1975 and want it to get better than it is actually.

60/70's Mercs are cool.  Seems like the interiors last forever.

I have a soft spot for Toyota 4x4s.

I check Craigslist off and on for Triumph Spitfires but then remind myself about how much I *DON'T* need another project.

Troy

How many vehicles do you own Troy?   :scratchchin:

Quote from: Homerr on January 08, 2017, 12:43:52 PM
60/70's Mercs are cool.  Seems like the interiors last forever.

Actually is hard to spot the year of the W116 on the interior and also exterior. Mostly of ppl thinks is from the 80s. Too much advanced for those days. First year was 1974.

As you mentioned, this body and its interior, allong with the R107 body ( appeared 3 years earlier ) set the design of the next 30 years for Mercedes. Allong with the build quality! way far away and better from the North American counterparts ( sorry guys but is true, having two cars of same age gives me credit to say that )

Mine ( actually my parents, but they don't drive anymore ) is a pretty much basic model. A basic carburated 280, short wheelbase and standard interior. Assemblied locally ( like my Charger )

Quote from: Homerr on January 08, 2017, 02:13:37 PM
How many vehicles do you own Troy?   :scratchchin:

Right now: 8

Troy

I have a 63 falcon rotting away in the backyard. Eventual plan is a Full Mopar chassis and drivetrain in a hacked up rat rod.

I looked at a 1966 Mercedes 230? a few years ago.  The interior looked like it left the factory the previous week.  Some of it is owner care, of course.  But the parts were well-made with quality materials.

Gotta agree about Merc quality. I have two.....my 2002 CLK200K 6 speed manual has 146,000miles....looks and drives like new. Full Mercedes dealer ($$$$$!) history from previous owners helped a lot I'm sure. And my wife's 99 SLK230K is not much worse! Sadly the SLK is going Friday....wife needs four seats....so keeping it German (and folding metal roof) with a VW Eos.

Quote from: Troy on January 08, 2017, 12:55:12 PM
I have a soft spot for Toyota 4x4s.

I check Craigslist off and on for Triumph Spitfires but then remind myself about how much I *DON'T* need another project.

Troy

But you keep looking because you dont want to miss out on that "hell of a deal" car. and its out there.  :lol:
Love the Toyota btw. thorn-birds are an aggressive tire, i bet they are loud.

Luke

I have a current non mopar project but its a boat, a homemade jet boat. it has an Oldsmobile 455 in it with a Berkeley jet drive. back in the day you could buy the engine and jet drive combo and put it in a boat. my uncle did this, he used a 70's model boat, i think it was a Hammond or glass-tron.

but one of my next projects that non mopar is my 1981 CJ7, although no that i have that 69 Bee, the jeep might have to take a back seat.
here is the jeep and the boat before restoration started. i have the boat painted and the jet drive rebuilt. i am currently ordering parts for the 455.

Luke

Many would argue that Jeep IS Mopar!! Myself included (WJ Grand Cherokee owner!) since there are Mopar signs all over the parts packaging and the vehicle itself.....well at least there was til FIAT took over!!!

Quote from: alfaitalia on January 09, 2017, 09:32:47 AM
Many would argue that Jeep IS Mopar!! Myself included (WJ Grand Cherokee owner!) since there are Mopar signs all over the parts packaging and the vehicle itself.....well at least there was til FIAT took over!!!

Yeah, i thought about that. but Chrysler bought out AMC in 1987, so mine is still non mopar. i think, someone will correct me if i'm wrong

Luke

Quote from: lukedukem on January 09, 2017, 09:18:40 AM

Quote from: Troy on January 08, 2017, 12:55:12 PM
I have a soft spot for Toyota 4x4s.

I check Craigslist off and on for Triumph Spitfires but then remind myself about how much I *DON'T* need another project.

Troy

But you keep looking because you dont want to miss out on that "hell of a deal" car. and its out there.  :lol:
Love the Toyota btw. thorn-birds are an aggressive tire, i bet they are loud.

Luke

I do occasionally find things on Craigslist that I can use or flip. Rarely cars. I find ones I like but then can't justify them - or if they're a good deal they disappear before I make up my mind. I did buy my 1998 Tacoma and my Mach 1 on there and wouldn't have gotten either if I hadn't been checking religiously. Of course I've had both for several years now. I also found all the shelving for my garage (46' or commercial grade metal shelving in one ad and enough wood to fill it all in another ad). Last year I picked up a 1995 4Runner to flip. That was only a great deal because I had all the parts leftover from the black truck (which now has a 3.4 swap).

Those Thornbirds were gone almost as soon as it got parked in the garage. They are ridiculously loud - and heavy.

Troy

My other one is a 1984 Camaro Z28 that I bracket race in the summer. Had the car about 7 years, built a 383ci stroker small block for it with Edelbrock Performer RPM top end and Lunati cam. Just had the body and paint done over last winter. Tons of fun. New upgrades for this year include posi, gears and slicks  :drive:

Quote from: 73-Charger-Canada on January 09, 2017, 04:19:16 PM
My other one is a 1984 Camaro Z28 that I bracket race in the summer. Had the car about 7 years, built a 383ci stroker small block for it with Edelbrock Performer RPM top end and Lunati cam. Just had the body and paint done over last winter. Tons of fun. New upgrades for this year include posi, gears and slicks  :drive:

Good looking 3rd gen  :2thumbs:

Thanks! It's been great,  great car to work on and thrash. Hoping to get into the 12s this season.

Engine pic for good measure

I forgot the expensive one... 1970 Mach 1 originally 351C 4V shaker, close ratio 4-speed, Bright Blue Metallic with white interior, front and rear spoilers (no louvers), and power disc brakes. Needs work. I do have the 351C, shaker, and correct grill with the fog lamps but they aren't installed. Another post reminded me of the furry interior but I don't have any good pictures (just a partial view in the rear seat pic).
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v375/switchstancebrdr/70Mach1/DSC00422.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v375/switchstancebrdr/70Mach1/DSC00424.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v375/switchstancebrdr/70Mach1/41e8_3.jpg)

Troy

It now has a 1" lower suspension and Magnums.

Troy

Good looking Mach 1, Troy!

Quote from: Troy on January 09, 2017, 01:41:32 PM
Those Thornbirds were gone almost as soon as it got parked in the garage. They are ridiculously loud - and heavy.

This is true. My Son had a set on this truck (10 year old pic), and we could hear him coming at least a mile away some days. :lol: Plus, they don't wear very well when they are mainly used on streets.

(http://i.onfinite.com/GnnLt6kt.jpg)

Thornbirds have a bad reputation from "real (web) wheelers", but I had a lot of fun when I had them on my old truck.  :2thumbs:

Quote from: Troy on January 10, 2017, 12:16:14 PM
I forgot the expensive one... 1970 Mach 1 originally 351C 4V shaker, close ratio 4-speed, Bright Blue Metallic with white interior, front and rear spoilers (no louvers), and power disc brakes. Needs work. I do have the 351C, shaker, and correct grill with the fog lamps but they aren't installed. Another post reminded me of the furry interior but I don't have any good pictures (just a partial view in the rear seat pic).
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v375/switchstancebrdr/70Mach1/DSC00422.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v375/switchstancebrdr/70Mach1/DSC00424.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v375/switchstancebrdr/70Mach1/41e8_3.jpg)

Troy

Always loved these Troy!   Nice looking car! 

Every car for me is a project.  I can't leave anything I own alone!  LOL.     Last year I had a newer Mustang that I "made my own" and drove it a lot.   Just traded that and my 2010 F150 and have been modding my new 2016 F150.   Can't leave these thing stock....  :nana:

We have 8 cars total, all are Mopar related except the 2 below...a 1973 Pontiac Grandville convertible, and our newest car, a 2004 Mini Cooper S

"A fool and his money are soon parted"...

That pretty much sums me up, when it comes to automobiles. I have over 20 collector/fun vehicles at this point, and the collection grows by 2-3 per year. Pretty eclectic- Mopars including Hemi and wing cars, Fords including a GT and an aluminum CSX cobra, a McLaren, an M38 Willys jeep, '57 T-bird, I'm all over the place...  :smilielol:  BUT- even though everybody looks at them and thinks they are all finished cars, I still have mods/improvements/goals for each of them! I think that is the hallmark of the disease we all have- we are never fully satisfied with our machines. Continual evolution and improvement, more power, fix a leaky gasket, etc. Always something!! But I've been teaching my kids, and finally the older ones are at the point where they are starting to be useful enough to be a real help.

My non-Mopar project is a 1953 Jaguar XK120 DHC (Drop Head Coupe). My uncle bought the car from the original owner in '55, so has been in the family for a year or two. Here are some pics.

Engine before restoration
Engine after restoration
The body is beat, but at this time I am leaving what is left of the original paint alone
Pic of the engine out of the car for those interested. A work of art really.
Have restored the engine, trans, all running and electrical systems. Took pappy out for a early morning spin and his GPS indicated 112MPH, the cars speedo said 115, pretty close.

That's the most awesome project car on this thread!

My only non-Mopar project. Modern copy of a car I drove when I was 18.

Cool car, John. I sure don't see Olds, Pontiac & Buick from that era nearly as often as Chebby's these days, so that's pretty neat.

It's not a car, but here's my current project I'm working on.  Kinda like a whizzer motorized-bicycle, but it's actually a Honda.

Quote from: smithenhiven on January 12, 2017, 06:48:13 PM
It's not a car, but here's my current project I'm working on.  Kinda like a whizzer motorized-bicycle, but it's actually a Honda.

Can you actually pedal the bike, or do you have to run off engine. I think my knees would be hitting the headlight if I had to peddle. Dave

Yeah, you can still pedal the bike.  In fact, this engine only has 1/2 hp, lol, so chances are you'd be pedaling more often than not.  It's probably only good enough to keep momentum going on flat ground.

Heres my E36 M3. This was my modern day dream car back in high school, and ive had it a few years now.

(http://i1064.photobucket.com/albums/u364/jrh1983/IMG_20140216_151650_460_zpsca58a6ef.jpg)

(http://i1064.photobucket.com/albums/u364/jrh1983/2012-10-07_16-18-37_280_zps3f6fd84e.jpg)

Its done many track day events since ive owned it, Road Atlanta, Roebling Road, Talladega Gran Prix, and Atlanta Motorsports Park. I would like to attend Virginia International Raceway this year hopefully.

I was lookimg for a coupe when I bought this convertible.  It was too nice to pass up. But I still have the itch for a coupe, so ive been telling myself I am probably going to sell it this spring to finally get the coupe, but who knows. I cant bring myself to list it.

Quote from: smithenhiven on January 13, 2017, 07:22:30 AM
Yeah, you can still pedal the bike.  In fact, this engine only has 1/2 hp, lol, so chances are you'd be pedaling more often than not.  It's probably only good enough to keep momentum going on flat ground.

Yup, not a lot of power, I would  probably have to pedal downhill as much weight as I have packed on over holidays.
P.S. thanks for not spell checking me on peddle(sell) vs pedal(sweat). Dave

I have to admit that when I started this thread I wondered if several Mach1 Mustangs and screaming-eagle Firebirds would show up.  So far only Troy's car.  I have a theory that in the non-Mopar / domestic / muscle-car realm there were only a few non-Mopars which appealed enough to the Mopar crowd and those two are the most prominent.

Quote from: Homerr on January 14, 2017, 10:31:15 AM
I have to admit that when I started this thread I wondered if several Mach1 Mustangs and screaming-eagle Firebirds would show up.  So far only Troy's car.  I have a theory that in the non-Mopar / domestic / muscle-car realm there were only a few non-Mopars which appealed enough to the Mopar crowd and those two are the most prominent.

I have a pet theory that alot of Mopar guys would be Pontiac guys if they had to choose another make.

Seems like alot of overlap.

My other money pit:

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/9/8467/29655285442_901337dd74_c.jpg)

2010 FJC that has seen 70,000 miles from northern Cali to the tip of Baja.

My other project is a Mazda RX7 with an LS1/T56 swap.  I don't know if I feel worse about the import body or GM engine, but it's quite a bit of fun either way.  It's actually my son's project now I guess, since he's been helping rebuild it again to be his first car.

My little side project. Merc CLK 200Kompressor (Supercharged). No much of a project as it only needed a stat, a stereo and a real good clean inside and out, little bit of paint....plus a few niggles you get with any used vehicle. Pretty tidy for 146,000 miles!! 32-36 to the (UK) gallon too so its my go to work vehicle for now....up for sale now though....need four doors for the kid!! The AMG4 wheels cost the previous owner £2227 when new ($2715 about)....without the tyres!!! LOL!
(http://i407.photobucket.com/albums/pp155/xjrboy/mrec.jpg) (http://s407.photobucket.com/user/xjrboy/media/mrec.jpg.html)

(http://i407.photobucket.com/albums/pp155/xjrboy/merc.jpg) (http://s407.photobucket.com/user/xjrboy/media/merc.jpg.html)

I replaced that old stereo with a nice touch screen one (nice as in cheap and Chinese but so far so good...sounds better than the factory one too!).

(http://i407.photobucket.com/albums/pp155/xjrboy/IMGP3532.jpg) (http://s407.photobucket.com/user/xjrboy/media/IMGP3532.jpg.html)

^^^ Your heat control settings are gonna confuse the poor thing. ;D

Yep!......That's what happens when you let a seven year old sit in the front!!

Ford Falcon 1974 XB GT sedan. It may look familiar to any Mad Max fans.

Exactly the same kind of car Max is seen adjusting the dizzie cap at the start and running down the "Niiiiiightrider" in his Interceptor ('this one hurts, it's one of the V-8's, very toey'.)

I think a lot of the old Aussie cars have quite a bit of cool factor.  AKA just odd enough!

Best of both worlds.

Son's car - neighbor sold to him for 1$ but then never took the money.

Quote from: XH29N0G on January 17, 2017, 05:08:48 PM
Son's car - neighbor sold to him for 1$ but then never took the money.

A couple of years ago, I just missed out on a mid-90s 750 iL (V12) for $500.  It had been parked for a decade (engine ran but needed tuned) and needed repainted bad (oxidized paint).  The leather interior was mint, loaded with options and still had the sterling silver dining tray in the rear seat area.  That would have made a nice toy to play around with....

Getting it ready for paint.  :yesnod:

Quote from: nvrbdn on January 17, 2017, 10:08:12 PM
Getting it ready for paint.  :yesnod:

did you get paint and whatever else you needed done on your Cougar?

Quote from: Troy on January 08, 2017, 12:55:12 PM
I have a soft spot for Toyota 4x4s.

I check Craigslist off and on for Triumph Spitfires but then remind myself about how much I *DON'T* need another project.

Troy

Looks cool! I also have a soft spot for Toyota 4x4's. Almost got mine finished (I brought it in pieces). It still needs grill, bumper, seats and some interior to go in it. I couldn't wait though....after putting the transfer and gearbox back together and putting the engine back in I had to take her for a spin!

Quote from: redgum78 on January 19, 2017, 02:32:43 AM

Quote from: Troy on January 08, 2017, 12:55:12 PM
I have a soft spot for Toyota 4x4s.

I check Craigslist off and on for Triumph Spitfires but then remind myself about how much I *DON'T* need another project.

Troy

Looks cool! I also have a soft spot for Toyota 4x4's. Almost got mine finished (I brought it in pieces). It still needs grill, bumper, seats and some interior to go in it. I couldn't wait though....after putting the transfer and gearbox back together and putting the engine back in I had to take her for a spin!

Nice! I haven't gotten into the older stuff. I'm partial to the 1989-1995 pickups. They just have the right "look". I run across old FJs once in a while but they are expensive!

Troy

Quote from: Troy on January 19, 2017, 01:54:14 PM

Quote from: redgum78 on January 19, 2017, 02:32:43 AM

Quote from: Troy on January 08, 2017, 12:55:12 PM
I have a soft spot for Toyota 4x4s.

I check Craigslist off and on for Triumph Spitfires but then remind myself about how much I *DON'T* need another project.

Troy

Looks cool! I also have a soft spot for Toyota 4x4's. Almost got mine finished (I brought it in pieces). It still needs grill, bumper, seats and some interior to go in it. I couldn't wait though....after putting the transfer and gearbox back together and putting the engine back in I had to take her for a spin!

Nice! I haven't gotten into the older stuff. I'm partial to the 1989-1995 pickups. They just have the right "look". I run across old FJs once in a while but they are expensive!

Troy

I heard the FJ's are getting expensive in the US. In Australia they are starting to creep up in price but there are still good buys around. Here is another Toyota 4x4 I own. 1986 Hilux. Its only got a 2.4 diesel in it. I fitted a turbo to it about 20 years ago when I was using it as my daily driver. When they came out here your options were 2 litre petrol or 2.4 litre non turbo diesel. They were very under powered! What engine is in your beast Troy?

Quote from: redgum78 on January 19, 2017, 04:56:49 PM

Quote from: Troy on January 19, 2017, 01:54:14 PM

Quote from: redgum78 on January 19, 2017, 02:32:43 AM

Quote from: Troy on January 08, 2017, 12:55:12 PM
I have a soft spot for Toyota 4x4s.

I check Craigslist off and on for Triumph Spitfires but then remind myself about how much I *DON'T* need another project.

Troy

Looks cool! I also have a soft spot for Toyota 4x4's. Almost got mine finished (I brought it in pieces). It still needs grill, bumper, seats and some interior to go in it. I couldn't wait though....after putting the transfer and gearbox back together and putting the engine back in I had to take her for a spin!

Nice! I haven't gotten into the older stuff. I'm partial to the 1989-1995 pickups. They just have the right "look". I run across old FJs once in a while but they are expensive!

Troy

I heard the FJ's are getting expensive in the US. In Australia they are starting to creep up in price but there are still good buys around. Here is another Toyota 4x4 I own. 1986 Hilux. Its only got a 2.4 diesel in it. I fitted a turbo to it about 20 years ago when I was using it as my daily driver. When they came out here your options were 2 litre petrol or 2.4 litre non turbo diesel. They were very under powered! What engine is in your beast Troy?

Um, well, I like engine swaps so that one currently has a 3.4 V6 from a 98 4Runner in it. I was in the process of swapping in the 351W that came in my Mustang when I read about the 3.4 swaps and went that direction. Not as much power as the V8 but it keeps the EFI and all the factory parts. It's an easy swap and looks reasonably stock. I don't have any pictures online though.

I forgot you were in Australia - you guys have Toyota trucks everywhere! On my last trip I stopped at a salvage yard and almost snagged some right hand drive steering boxes. Guys over here use them in place of the idler arms (that always seem to wear out too quickly). I bet it works the other way too!

Troy

QuoteUm, well, I like engine swaps so that one currently has a 3.4 V6 from a 98 4Runner in it. I was in the process of swapping in the 351W that came in my Mustang when I read about the 3.4 swaps and went that direction. Not as much power as the V8 but it keeps the EFI and all the factory parts. It's an easy swap and looks reasonably stock. I don't have any pictures online though.

I forgot you were in Australia - you guys have Toyota trucks everywhere! On my last trip I stopped at a salvage yard and almost snagged some right hand drive steering boxes. Guys over here use them in place of the idler arms (that always seem to wear out too quickly). I bet it works the other way too!

Troy

Yep every man and his dog has a Toyota truck (we call them Utes which is short for utility vehicle). Lots of guys over here do a Buick V6 engine swap into them. The Buick V6 was used in Holden (GM) sedans over hear for years so they are laying around everywhere. Biggest issues is getting the engine change certified so it can be legally driven on the roads.

Quote from: redgum78 on January 19, 2017, 07:17:36 PM

QuoteUm, well, I like engine swaps so that one currently has a 3.4 V6 from a 98 4Runner in it. I was in the process of swapping in the 351W that came in my Mustang when I read about the 3.4 swaps and went that direction. Not as much power as the V8 but it keeps the EFI and all the factory parts. It's an easy swap and looks reasonably stock. I don't have any pictures online though.

I forgot you were in Australia - you guys have Toyota trucks everywhere! On my last trip I stopped at a salvage yard and almost snagged some right hand drive steering boxes. Guys over here use them in place of the idler arms (that always seem to wear out too quickly). I bet it works the other way too!

Troy

Yep every man and his dog has a Toyota truck (we call them Utes which is short for utility vehicle). Lots of guys over here do a Buick V6 engine swap into them. The Buick V6 was used in Holden (GM) sedans over hear for years so they are laying around everywhere. Biggest issues is getting the engine change certified so it can be legally driven on the roads.

There's a popular swap GM swap here too (Chevy 4.0?) but it's really not much better than Toyota's V6. I guess if you had a 4 cyl it might be worth the trouble. We didn't get many diesels here or I'd probably get one to play with. My 98 Tacoma has 240k miles on it and I'm thinking of putting in a 5.9 Magnum when it dies. Due to a common supplier there is a factory bell housing that will mate the Dodge engine to the Toyota 5-speed. Of course then I need a completely separate engine management system (or I could carb it but what fun would that be?).

And where I live they don't much care what engine you slap in it... :P

Troy

Quote from: Troy on January 08, 2017, 12:55:12 PM
I have a soft spot for Toyota 4x4s.

I check Craigslist off and on for Triumph Spitfires but then remind myself about how much I *DON'T* need another project.

Troy

I hear ya on the old Toyotas....This is my DD, rear mount turbo and all.

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Quote from: 68ChargerJMP on January 24, 2017, 03:23:49 PM

Quote from: Troy on January 08, 2017, 12:55:12 PM
I have a soft spot for Toyota 4x4s.

I check Craigslist off and on for Triumph Spitfires but then remind myself about how much I *DON'T* need another project.

Troy

I hear ya on the old Toyotas....This is my DD, rear mount turbo and all.

WTF?!  Never heard of this.

Quote from: A383Wing on January 10, 2017, 08:47:23 PM
We have 8 cars total, all are Mopar related except the 2 below...a 1973 Pontiac Grandville convertible, and our newest car, a 2004 Mini Cooper S

In the early 90's i had a 72 Pont. Catalina 2 door, blue white top blue interior,400 ci. factory mag style rims, that thing was super dependable and had a great ride.

Quote from: Homerr on January 24, 2017, 08:49:16 PM

Quote from: 68ChargerJMP on January 24, 2017, 03:23:49 PM

Quote from: Troy on January 08, 2017, 12:55:12 PM
I have a soft spot for Toyota 4x4s.

I check Craigslist off and on for Triumph Spitfires but then remind myself about how much I *DON'T* need another project.

Troy

I hear ya on the old Toyotas....This is my DD, rear mount turbo and all.

WTF?!  Never heard of this.

See how informative this site is!?! Well, it's a good way to learn how to blow money any way. :P

Troy

Quote from: Homerr on January 24, 2017, 08:49:16 PM

WTF?!  Never heard of this.

Ooh are you in for a treat then. Some guys like them for building sleepers. There are other benefits too, but from what I understand, turbo lag can be an issue.

(http://www.jlturbo.com/imgs/new_exh_small1.jpg)

(http://image.musclemustangfastfords.com/f/8507295/mmfp_0803_28_z+2007_SEMA_convention+mike_murillo_outlaw_10_5_mustang.jpg)

(http://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/attachments/c4-tech-performance/47800267d1401629583-help-choosing-a-good-rear-mount-turbo-photo2.jpg)

Quote from: JR on January 24, 2017, 11:17:55 PM

Quote from: Homerr on January 24, 2017, 08:49:16 PM

WTF?!  Never heard of this.

Ooh are you in for a treat then. Some guys like them for building sleepers. There are other benefits too, but from what I understand, turbo lag can be an issue.

(http://www.jlturbo.com/imgs/new_exh_small1.jpg)

(http://image.musclemustangfastfords.com/f/8507295/mmfp_0803_28_z+2007_SEMA_convention+mike_murillo_outlaw_10_5_mustang.jpg)

(http://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/attachments/c4-tech-performance/47800267d1401629583-help-choosing-a-good-rear-mount-turbo-photo2.jpg)

I would imagine those rear mounted turbos are not as efficient as an engine mounted one. The biggest advantage of a turbo is to capture some of the wasted power that leaves the engine in the form of heat. Max heat and thus expansion which equals increase in pressure to spool up the turbine is right at the engine. Any experts out there that can comment on this? Are the losses significant or negligible?

.....and lag must be monstrous....any engine designer will tell you to put the turbo as close as humanly possible to end engine to reduce lag....a foot at most (which is why its usually on the exhaust manifold).....not 10 feet! lol!

Quote from: alfaitalia on January 25, 2017, 04:29:53 AM
.....and lag must be monstrous....any engine designer will tell you to put the turbo as close as humanly possible to end engine to reduce lag....a foot at most (which is why its usually on the exhaust manifold).....not 10 feet! lol!

True, its not as efficient as one mounted right off the header, but it is far from having monstrous lag. In my case, its a 4runner not a race car, so not really an issue, but it will go to full boost in under two seconds. I just wanted a little more power on hills, pulling a boat, etc... It has its benefits too...No intercooler needed because of the length of the charge pipe, no custom (expensive) header to fab up, no heat under the hood.

Quote from: 68ChargerJMP on January 25, 2017, 08:15:21 AM

Quote from: alfaitalia on January 25, 2017, 04:29:53 AM
.....and lag must be monstrous....any engine designer will tell you to put the turbo as close as humanly possible to end engine to reduce lag....a foot at most (which is why its usually on the exhaust manifold).....not 10 feet! lol!

True, its not as efficient as one mounted right off the header, but it is far from having monstrous lag. In my case, its a 4runner not a race car, so not really an issue, but it will go to full boost in under two seconds. I just wanted a little more power on hills, pulling a boat, etc... It has its benefits too...No intercooler needed because of the length of the charge pipe, no custom (expensive) header to fab up, no heat under the hood.

What kind of oiling system does your turbo have?

What kind of oiling system does your turbo have?
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I use a Shurflo 8000-643-210 scavenge pump to get the oil back to the engine.

Quote from: XH29N0G on January 17, 2017, 05:08:48 PM
Son's car - neighbor sold to him for 1$ but then never took the money.

(http://www.dodgecharger.com/forum/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=127122.0;attach=269259;image)

Let me guess...the sunroof leaks? ;D

Quote from: 68ChargerJMP on January 24, 2017, 03:23:49 PM


I hear ya on the old Toyotas....This is my DD, rear mount turbo and all.

That is one awesome rig!

67 elco
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Quote from: Vegas_Nick on January 28, 2017, 01:23:11 PM

Quote from: 68ChargerJMP on January 24, 2017, 03:23:49 PM


I hear ya on the old Toyotas....This is my DD, rear mount turbo and all.

That is one awesome rig!

Thank you.

Quote from: Vegas_Nick on January 28, 2017, 01:23:11 PM

Quote from: 68ChargerJMP on January 24, 2017, 03:23:49 PM


I hear ya on the old Toyotas....This is my DD, rear mount turbo and all.

That is one awesome rig!

I was trying to say thank you....i got the quote jacked up.

65 Coupe Deville, soft spot for 60s Caddys

Quote from: qwick68 on February 08, 2017, 09:18:57 PM
65 Coupe Deville, soft spot for 60s Caddys

Seen this one?

http://www.dodgecharger.com/forum/index.php/topic,127554.msg1586257.html#new


:2thumbs:

Beautiful, mine is going to be my driver, take it to work, the store, leave it outside in the rain.....I'm so excited

I took my non-Mopar project out and stretched her legs this past weekend:

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Damnnnnnnn!  :cheers:

Double damn! Hope the landing was okay!   :cheers:

Quote from: tcs69rt on February 14, 2017, 12:36:54 PM
Double damn! Hope the landing was okay!   :cheers:

hahah Yeah. Plenty of suspension underneath for it. 2.5" reservoir shocks. Like I said...another money pit.  ;D

Don't be jealous of this badass 1955 Vespa 125cc I grabbed in 2006 while stationed in Italy. It's a 2 stroke, 3 speed monster that will hit 37 MPH with my 175 lbs ass on it!  I rebuilt the motor with the Italians 10 years ago before I came back stateside. Time to tear it down this spring and attempt my own body work.  :cheers:

(http://i103.photobucket.com/albums/m126/tcs69rt/012_zpsmrojiwhm.jpg) (http://s103.photobucket.com/user/tcs69rt/media/012_zpsmrojiwhm.jpg.html)

Love it! Had loads of Vespas and Lambrettas.  :2thumbs:

66 Stingray on the ranch up the street from me sat quiet for 15+ years in the garage. The 65 yr old female owner asked if I would take a look and see what a garage would charge her to get it on the road again. I asked if she had a service manual and she ordered me one. Took me about 6 months of evening and weekend work but it was worth it seeing her smile and drive it again around her ranch again. 327 car with 4-speed and removable hardtop.....only 42,000 miles on it. Now I just maintain it for her and keep it running.  :2thumbs:

(http://i103.photobucket.com/albums/m126/tcs69rt/WP_20131116_002_zps3rhfbwtg.jpg) (http://s103.photobucket.com/user/tcs69rt/media/WP_20131116_002_zps3rhfbwtg.jpg.html)

(http://i103.photobucket.com/albums/m126/tcs69rt/WP_20141015_024_zpshi9erfhi.jpg) (http://s103.photobucket.com/user/tcs69rt/media/WP_20141015_024_zpshi9erfhi.jpg.html)

That's cool! I love that generation of Corvette.

'63 Willys 4x4 wagon. But...it does have a 440/727 + NP200 + 9 5/8" Dodge corporate axels w/ ARB air lockers & 4 wheel disc brakes. The brakes are GM truck units though so does it count as non-MOPAR?
I've always called it my "JEEP"
:shruggy:

Quote from: BDF on February 15, 2017, 09:57:55 PM
'63 Willys 4x4 wagon. But...it does have a 440/727 + NP200 + 9 5/8" Dodge corporate axels w/ ARB air lockers & 4 wheel disc brakes. The brakes are GM truck units though so does it count as non-MOPAR?
I've always called it my "JEEP"
:shruggy:

Pic requested by BDF..... :popcrn:

more pics..... :popcrn:

Thanks again Bryan!  :cheers:
It's as Mopar as can be while still being Willys!

My non-Mopar project isn't a car, it's a motorcycle. 1974 Honda CL360. Started on it a couple years ago. I got it from my brother who said it was only running on one cylinder after it warmed up. Turned out one of the coils was breaking down. Someone had done a crappy paint job on the tank and covers. Tank was trashed anyway so I bought another good tank and a couple good covers since the old ones were broke.

Almost finished product... I even restored the emblems lol...those were a bitch. Still have to get a new horn and one muffler.

 :drool5: My 1931 Nash 3 window coupe  Its still Mopar Motivated  :icon_smile_big:

6 two barrel carbs  on a progressive linkage set up  , 1800 CFM at full throttle its suicide
  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tYQP-RlLv50&t=54s       

https://columbus.craigslist.org/cto/6189225083.html

I always liked the old El Camino's, up until the early 70's.  :2thumbs:

 Working on my 1964 M-151 Jeep. Built by Ford. Vietnam era. Used in Active Duty, until 1988 when the HMMVW came out.

Quote from: ACUDANUT on July 02, 2017, 09:16:38 AM
Working on my 1964 M-151 Jeep. Built by Ford. Vietnam era. Used in Active Duty, until 1988 when the HMMVW came out.

no pics???

Quote from: moparstuart on July 02, 2017, 09:41:04 AM

Quote from: ACUDANUT on July 02, 2017, 09:16:38 AM
Working on my 1964 M-151 Jeep. Built by Ford. Vietnam era. Used in Active Duty, until 1988 when the HMMVW came out.

no pics???

Only on my phone Stu. I am too dumb to learn how to post correct size photo's here.
But I did save 15 percent on my auto insurance.

'66 GTO that has been in my in-laws machine shed for a long time, and a field car prior to that. Rusty WI car.

I bought this for my wife last year. Dragging it to my garage soon and will make a pounder out of it for awhile. Real 389 4 speed 3.55 differential.

Drivetrain MIA so it's getting whatever dilapidated engine/trans combo I can zip tie together from the Pontiac graveyard that I married into.

This was the first time it saw daylight in over twenty years I think.

Quote from: moparstuart on June 30, 2017, 06:17:36 PM
:drool5: My 1931 Nash 3 window coupe  Its still Mopar Motivated  :icon_smile_big:

Lots of terrific rides posted here, but wow- this one really struck a chord with me. SWEET!

Quote from: Q5XX29 on July 03, 2017, 12:16:33 PM

Quote from: moparstuart on June 30, 2017, 06:17:36 PM
:drool5: My 1931 Nash 3 window coupe  Its still Mopar Motivated  :icon_smile_big:

Lots of terrific rides posted here, but wow- this one really struck a chord with me. SWEET!

Earlier incarnation before the 6 carbs and the new rear stance that i did over the winter

Quote from: moparstuart on July 03, 2017, 01:23:11 PM

Quote from: Q5XX29 on July 03, 2017, 12:16:33 PM

Quote from: moparstuart on June 30, 2017, 06:17:36 PM
:drool5: My 1931 Nash 3 window coupe  Its still Mopar Motivated  :icon_smile_big:

Lots of terrific rides posted here, but wow- this one really struck a chord with me. SWEET!

Earlier incarnation before the 6 carbs and the new rear stance that i did over the winter

Nice. Looks like a first-gen hemi? What are the brass knuckles for- can't quite make it out in the pic. Loom for the plug wires? Lol. Love it!

Quote from: Q5XX29 on July 03, 2017, 02:07:11 PM

Quote from: moparstuart on July 03, 2017, 01:23:11 PM

Quote from: Q5XX29 on July 03, 2017, 12:16:33 PM

Quote from: moparstuart on June 30, 2017, 06:17:36 PM
:drool5: My 1931 Nash 3 window coupe  Its still Mopar Motivated  :icon_smile_big:

Lots of terrific rides posted here, but wow- this one really struck a chord with me. SWEET!

Earlier incarnation before the 6 carbs and the new rear stance that i did over the winter

Nice. Looks like a first-gen hemi? What are the brass knuckles for- can't quite make it out in the pic. Loom for the plug wires? Lol. Love it!

tranny dip stick handle  

 :drool5: :drool5:

 :popcrn: :popcrn:

Just fantastic. Thx for the additional photos.

Instead of working on my 68R/T I've been helping my future son in law on his summer ride. They have been staying with us between school this year and he picked up this 87 Ram for 700.
new tie rods, some good used tires and a bunch of little repairs and its not a bad ride.

I'm pretty sure that's a Mopar.

Quote from: 73rallye440magnum on July 02, 2017, 11:36:11 AM
'66 GTO that has been in my in-laws machine shed for a long time, and a field car prior to that. Rusty WI car.

I bought this for my wife last year. Dragging it to my garage soon and will make a pounder out of it for awhile. Real 389 4 speed 3.55 differential.

Drivetrain MIA so it's getting whatever dilapidated engine/trans combo I can zip tie together from the Pontiac graveyard that I married into.

This was the first time it saw daylight in over twenty years I think.

Next to the 68 Charger, that is my favorite car. My dad bought one new, 389 with a 4 speed. I loved that car. He kept it a year and bought a 67 F-100.  :(  I tried to talk him into buying a 68 Charger when they came out but he thought the truck was more useful.  :-\

'77 Grand Prix.  Next to muscle-era Mopars, I have a fetish for the '70s GMs

Is that what Carrie Fisher drove in The Blues Brothers?

it was an 89 RS camaro but mopar or no car now.

Quote from: Dino on July 16, 2017, 07:29:06 PM
Is that what Carrie Fisher drove in The Blues Brothers?

indeed it is!  She wore it well, RIP

Quote from: RangerDan440 on July 16, 2017, 06:45:39 PM
'77 Grand Prix.  Next to muscle-era Mopars, I have a fetish for the '70s GMs

(http://www.dodgecharger.com/forum/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=127122.0;attach=275918)

I bought a new F150 in 1976 and then my wife and I went and looked at a new Grand Prix in 1977... They were only willing to give me $1500 for a 1 year old truck with 18k miles on it in trade so I explained in as nice a way as I could where they needed to park that Grand Prix.  :angel:

My wife's 1989 VW Cabriolet....

Quote from: 69bronzeT5 on July 24, 2017, 03:14:30 PM
My wife's 1989 VW Cabriolet....

Nice...I used to sell those new. A little paint and replace those missing rubber mid line strips and she will be good to go!

Quote from: alfaitalia on July 24, 2017, 05:49:52 PM

Quote from: 69bronzeT5 on July 24, 2017, 03:14:30 PM
My wife's 1989 VW Cabriolet....

Nice...I used to sell those new. A little paint and replace those missing rubber mid line strips and she will be good to go!

They're killer little cars. We've had it for just over 4 years now. I daily drove it from August 2013 to October 2014 then my wife daily drove it from October 2014 to May 2016. She bought a new Wrangler so we retired it and stuffed it into indoor storage. Eventually when I get some shop space, she wants to restore it and take it to VW shows. It needs some small rust repair, paint and I'd probably go over the engine as it has 279,000 kms/173,000 miles. Some of the interior needs replaced and the top is showing age but it's a solid base. We have tons of goodies for it including Recaro seats, BBS wheels. I have all the side trim.....it's all restored and waiting to go back on :)

Other than my charger I kinda got another vehicle I tinker with, the charger take up most of my extra cash but sometimes I put some time into my dad's old 85 F350 dually. He has pretty much given it to me since he has gotten older he never drives it anymore so instead of letting it rot down from neglect I decided to take it in and get it back to good running condition.

Started out with four new tires for the rear and it has a weird fuel system on it with a holley style carb and electric fuel pumps and two tanks. Had to replace both fuel pumps and rebuild the carb. Done a tune up and replaced the clutch and the u joint's and the center bearing on the driveshaft. That was several years back. Drove it a little bit and it done fine but the a/c hadn't worked in years and it was due to be fixed so bought a new compressor and accumulator and evap core and got the a/c fixed and working good.

After that the manifold gasket blew out on the passenger side and I tried to remove the manifold and broke three bolts off in the head. Well that sucked so pulled the intake and both heads and got them repaired and a good valve job done while I had them off. That was two years back and it runs good and quiet now. Also done the brakes all the way around too.

Last year had a good paint job done on it and had the seat re-done and installed a new cd player and two speakers behind the seat. Old truck looks pretty nice now but lately i have had to re-do the rear brakes again, dang dirt dobber's stopped up the vent hose and it blew both the wheel seals. Got that fixed and had to replace the radiator recently too. Also had to replace the brake booster and master cylinder recently and the distributor too.

Got a few more thing's i'm wanting to get done on it, the windshield leaks and would like to replace the original rubber floor mat with a new one. Always something to do on old one's......

Well I was trying to get the choke working better on my old F 350 and it had a riveted choke thermostat on it so I drilled out the rivets and it still wouldn't come apart so I took a little chisel and started working to get the rivet chiseled so I could get the choke apart and while I was working on the bottom rivet with the chisel a big chunk of the choke housing broke off. Well s--t!!!!! I had a few holley parts carbs but not like the one that was on the truck so nothing I had would work and I was wanting to change the metering plate in the secondary part of the carb but it was different too.

After thinking of slinging it to the woods after I basically broke it I got on the net and looked around to see what would be a good carb to put back on it, the carb that it had on it was a 4180 style holley carb which was a factory emission carb but is really similar to a universal 600 holley carb. I found a quick fuel black 600 carb that looked great and would pretty much bolt right back where the old one came off. Ordered it thursday and it came after lunch today and it went on pretty easily with me only having to modify the fuel line a little bit and add an in-line fuel filter and I had to run a new wire for the choke since the factory one only had 7 volts foing to it and the directions called for 12 volts on the new carb.

After getting it running and getting it onto the pad in front of my shop I set the float levels and lowered the curb idle down a bit and set the mixture screws a couple of times and took it for a test drive. It runs good and seem's a bit more peppy too!!! I brought it back and checked the float levels and they seemed to be a bit lower than they should have been so I adjusted them up a little bit and they are good and even now. The mixture screw's remained very consistent so I went over them one more time and the curb idle was up a little bit so I backed it down about an 1/8 of a turn and slowed it down just a couple hundred rpm's. All seem's well and my factory air cleaner actually fit back onto the new carb so I don't have to spring for a new air cleaner thank goodness.

I may have to loosen the choke a little bit since it doesn't take it long to want to choke after it sits for little bit and cools off. Shouldn't need much of a choke in the hot weather, maybe it will not be so hard to start after it sit's a few days with the new carb. The charger doesn't even have a choke flap and starts up pretty good after sitting all week without being driven so maybe this one will do that good now too.

Yesterday I got another Midget for $300, this time a more desirable 1970 (as opposed to my smog-era big black bumper 1975).  It's a shell on a rotisserie and a bunch of parts - complete except front fenders and wire wheels (stolen apparently).  It has had a new driver's side floor welded in but stalled at that point.  It needs the passenger side done before bodywork and paint.  These had the free-revving 1275cc motor with dual SU carbs which have a lot of parts available unlike the later 1500cc smog motors.  Plan is to get the 1975 running and sell it, keep the 1970.

 Very cool. I've done a couple of them and a Healey Sprite. Easy sellers here with a good parts support. Not my sort of thing to keep but made me a few quid!

Midgets are one of the rare cheap project cars still available.  They aren't huge on selling price here though, MkIII's go for $5-8,000 for nice ones and MkIV's are $3-6,000.  But at least parts are relatively cheap and available for the most part.  I'm using these as practice for an eventual Charger project.

I almost got a 1960 Bugeye last week, but I missed it by a day.  It was rough but complete, advertised at $3,000 but it was sold for $1,000 as it didn't have a title (a pain in the butt, but not insurmountable).

Why can't I get pics to load? Why does it tell me that I have already posted it?

I Have found that if I have a group of pictures loaded at the same time in a folder, I have to name each pic to get them to load. Also if you attempt to load a pic and it is too large, after changing the size, you also have to change the name. Just a couple things I have found. :yesnod:

Been a work in progress for 2 years. Aiming for a mid 12 second sleeper. Currently putting a 9" diff together for it.

Still lots to do....

My "Other" project. Started around 8 years ago, sold my half of it to my brother last year. I couldn't hang with the upkeep anymore, the mopar is enough upkeep as it is! haha. It now has an LS motor and Th400. In this pic it was a boosted 22re, around 225hp on 91 pump gas.

Started literally with a frame. It's back halfed now like this pic. Fun times for sure! Just so much money and the fab work involved is way beyond my skill level.

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A friend of mine and I would love to do one of those... but it is way beyond my financial ability.

Traded my FJ in for a BRZ. Wife has some health issues that has put her in too much pain for the off road and camping life any more.

Got this one now:
(https://www.cstatic-images.com/stock/765x765/72/2096336326-1425510541272.)

All I see is this:
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Except that the Dodge is winning the mod race!

Quote from: Vegas_Nick on August 19, 2017, 07:07:23 PM
Got this one now:

Until I saw that 2nd pic, I was ready to post WTF is that??  :lol:
BTW, in case you didn't know, Subaru spelled backwards is U-r-a-bus. Sooo...nice bus. :icon_smile_big:

My project (light project) today was my Townie. Oil change & plugs, then off to snap some pics at an old Sinclair station 40~ish miles south of me. Good thing I wasn't running on fumes, because they were closed for the day when I arrived.  :D

(http://i.onfinite.com/ZxcDrqDt.jpg)
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Quote from: Charger_Fan on August 20, 2017, 02:01:31 AM

Quote from: Vegas_Nick on August 19, 2017, 07:07:23 PM
Got this one now:

Until I saw that 2nd pic, I was ready to post WTF is that??  :lol:
BTW, in case you didn't know, Subaru spelled backwards is U-r-a-bus. Sooo...nice bus. :icon_smile_big:

HA! I'll get that for my tag!

 Sinclair to me means a Murderer.  Google his name 1940's UK.

I guess you'll have to elaborate a bit more, because I can't find where the Sinclair oil company, or Harry Sinclair himself (the founder) had murdered anybody.

Now if you're talking about Archibald Sinclair, who has absolutely nothing to do with the Sinclair oil company, except to share the same last name...then yes, that guy may have murdered someone at some point. Probably during the war. However, since he has absolutely nothing to do with the Sinclair oil company, I don't see how you can equate the Sinclair name on an old gas station to murder.

But if that is the case, then you may as well say that Lyndon B. Johnson to you means hotels. Because Howard Johnson's is a hotel chain & they share the same last name.:slap:

Lol...well Sir Clive Sinclair did try and murder personal transportation design in the UK with the C5 for a while back in the 80s....!

Archibald Sinclair ruined that name. Oil or not.

Quote from: ACUDANUT on August 22, 2017, 12:47:10 AM
Archibald Sinclair ruined that name. Oil or not.

???  what does that have to do with the price of tea in china   :shruggy:

I would have to say that if you are going to China Stu. Just take your tea bags with you. :icon_smile_big:

Quote from: nvrbdn on August 23, 2017, 10:38:12 AM
I would have to say that if you are going to China Stu. Just take your tea bags with you. :icon_smile_big:

i'll remember that , when i never go there

my 78 bronco been tinkerin with here and there but is now my daily driver  :drive: since my daily driver nissan is in the shop :flame:

Those old Fords are tough as nails. I used to beat on mine daily for a number of years and it never missed a beat.

Is it a 351c?

I have restored a 79 F150. I really miss this truck.

Quote from: 440 on August 29, 2017, 10:33:39 PM
Those old Fords are tough as nails. I used to beat on mine daily for a number of years and it never missed a beat.

Is it a 351c?

460

My stable has grown this year.  Ok, they are Midgets, but I'm only in to them for $950 for all 4 cars plus an additional $625 for an additional hood, 2 doors, fender, engine, trans, bumpers, and a box full of carb rebuild kits.  I now have all the drivetrain, wheels, body panels, replacement sheetmetal, and other major parts to make 3 cars out of the 4.  Would take about $15k to buy all other misc parts to finish the 3 (interiors, trim, etc.) as DIY projects.

Seems these are about 1/60th the price of Chargers right now.  I plan on finishing and keeping the '70 which is the one on the rotisserie.  The others are fix up a bit and sell.  Here's an idea when done what to expect.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GFaj5lDaBN0

Quote from: Homerr on November 19, 2017, 04:34:55 PM
My stable has grown this year.  Ok, they are Midgets, but I'm only in to them for $950 for all 4 cars plus an additional $625 for an additional hood, 2 doors, fender, engine, trans, bumpers, and a box full of carb rebuild kits.  I now have all the drivetrain, wheels, body panels, replacement sheetmetal, and other major parts to make 3 cars out of the 4.  Would take about $15k to buy all other misc parts to finish the 3 (interiors, trim, etc.) as DIY projects.

Seems these are about 1/60th the price of Chargers right now.  I plan on finishing and keeping the '70 which is the one on the rotisserie.  The others are fix up a bit and sell.  Here's an idea when done what to expect.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GFaj5lDaBN0

That's cool!  :2thumbs:

Homer, what are the MG hardtops worth?  My wife's grandpa sold his MG a couple years ago (not sure what year his car was, but looked nearly identicle to the ones you posted), but the buyer didn't want the hardtop.  He offered it to me, but I habe zero use for it other than to try and sell it.

2018 Denali 6" lift and wheels

A AMX a guy had restored and then hired me to fix it. It is at the Kenosha museum until September 2018

 Alfaitalia  should post his other non-mopar here.  I am busy working on a 71 Military M-151 Jeep.  :cheers:

Got a free 70's MTD riding mower and was able to get it running without too much effort. Now, trying to decide if I should flip the drive pulleys, remove the deck and race it, or turn it into a driveway grader.

73 Datsun 620 pickup.
Bought it from a friend for $300 and rescued it from dying a slow death as he was using it to grow tomatoes in the bed.  :'(  :rotz:  :brickwall:

2013 Subaru BRZ. Wife's car, but she decided she doesn't like it. it is about to get a Jackson Racing super charger kit installed. Now that I have all of this down time due to the plague.

Nice

Nice...my friend has a red one....but the near identical Toyota GT86 version.....handles nicely....but needs another 100 horses or so to find the chassis limits....has way too much grip for the available power to be much fun in the dry..sounds like you are going to cure that problem!  :2thumbs:

Just sold but ...
1993 Supra Twin Turbo RHD

Smithenhiven, this is a couple years later but from what I see locally hardtops get listed at a few hundred dollars but seem to take months to sell waiting for the right person.

In the last couple of years I sold the complete blue '66 Midget and the red parts car.  I did get one replacement, a non-running '73 TR6.  I bought it from a Chevy guy who had thought one day he'd put a small-block in it but recently decided he was never going to get around to it.  Luckily all he did was replace the rusty floors.  I apparently needs a starter and the carbs rebuilt, but turns fine.

I owned a '69 TR6 thirty years ago and was partially inspired by this guy's videos to play around with another.

Elin Yakov's Rusty Beauties (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8MBWMaGHLbGwDrrzbddevA/playlists)

Great cars. I had many Triumph sports cars.  :2thumbs:

Quote from: mr. hemi on May 04, 2020, 02:37:34 PM
2013 Subaru BRZ. Wife's car, but she decided she doesn't like it. it is about to get a Jackson Racing super charger kit installed. Now that I have all of this down time due to the plague.

Completed the supercharger install on the BRZ. Took about 12 hours over a few days. Car is a blast to drive now.

Nice! Those cars seem so underpowered - even though they are really fun.

Troy

  I'll stick American/Euro projects !!

My current non mopar project is an 87 Nissan 300zx that sat abandoned for 12 years before rescue. Original paint cleaned up nice, it now runs and drives after a few repairs.
Awaiting new carpet to finish off the interior.

Quote from: Troy on June 01, 2020, 12:02:42 PM
Nice! Those cars seem so underpowered - even though they are really fun.

Troy

The super charger ads about 60 rwhp. That underpowered feeling is now diminished. Very balanced power application in the tune.

1972 gran torino sport fastback   my wife had one when I first met her

Hmmm, I never owned a foreign car, never will.
Never owned a Ford or GM product either.

:2thumbs:

Delorean. Bought it last week. I had been looking for one in crappy condition for a while because I can't bring myself to take apart a good one. It'll be getting a fuel injected V8 and custom interior. Front end will be dropped to improve the stance and body will be polished. Gonna finish the Charger first though.

Quote from: Dino on June 07, 2020, 10:28:23 AM
Delorean. Bought it last week. I had been looking for one in crappy condition for a while because I can't bring myself to take apart a good one. It'll be getting a fuel injected V8 and custom interior. Front end will be dropped to improve the stance and body will be polished. Gonna finish the Charger first though.

Cool project

The guy that owns our local drive in movie theater has one or had one
He used to store it out behind the snack shack
I never saw it on the road and it is no longer there now

Cool...I guy not far from me has  DeLorean...a full "Back to  the Future" replica...flux capacitor and all!

Quote from: odcics2 on June 06, 2020, 12:41:47 PM

Hmmm, I never owned a foreign car, never will.
Never owned a Ford or GM product either.

:2thumbs:

I won't buy any Japanese Cars.  They don't buy ours.  :Twocents:

Neither do we....do you buy British cars???! Guess not as there are not many built here...just these, and many of those are not British owned!!!

British owned
Morgan Motor Company Ltd (Aero 8, Plus 8, Roadster, Plus 4, 4/4, 3 wheeler)
Caterham Cars Ltd  (Seven)
Mclaren Automotive  (570S, 540C, 570GT, 650S, 675LT and P1)

Made in Britain
MINI – MINI, MINI Clubman and MINI Countryman, in Cowley, Oxford
Honda – Civic and CR-V in Swindon
Toyota – Auris, Auris hybrid and Avensis in Burnaston, Derbyshire
Nissan – Juke, Qashqai, Note and Leaf and Infiniti Q30 in Sunderland, Tyne and Wear
Lotus – Elise, Evora and Exige in Norfolk
Aston Martin – DB9, Vantage, Rapide, Vanquish, and DB11 in Gaydon, Warwickshire
Bentley Motors – Continental, Flying Spur and Mulsanne in Crewe, Cheshire
Rolls Royce – Ghost and Wraith in Goodwood, West Sussex
Jaguar – F-Pace and XE in Solihull, and F-type, XJ, XF and XE in Castle Bromwich, Birmingham
Land Rover – Discovery Sport and Range Rover Evoque in Halewood, Merseyside, and Range Rover, Range Rover Sport and Land Rover Defender in Solihull, West Midlands
Vauxhall – Astra at Ellesmere Port and Vivaro van in Luton

Back in the 80's I had 2 TR-4/TR-7/Spitfire.  :2thumbs:

my 1998 4Runner...    originally a stock V6 2wd auto I bought to take to Washington DC during my USAF time....   

Got Bored and did a 5-speed swap,  4x4 conversion, small lift, wheel/tires, E-locker conversion...

I've driven it across country three times thus far...    fun little capable thing...    rust free with <$4000 in it total (Truck and mods) - got it in 2013 with 68,000mi on it and now has 152,000mi with no issues.   

(https://i.redd.it/uo4v1e8cxle41.jpg)

Done fixing up my Yamaha:

my 31 Model A with 440 and 4spd. My 68 Big block Dart, and my 72 to 70 Challenger 440 4spd.

Quote from: ACUDANUT on June 07, 2020, 10:30:03 PM


I won't buy any Japanese Cars.  They don't buy ours.  :Twocents:

You'd be surprised.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tmZ5kmFgBBc

Quote from: John_Kunkel on June 18, 2020, 01:26:59 PM

Quote from: ACUDANUT on June 07, 2020, 10:30:03 PM


I won't buy any Japanese Cars.  They don't buy ours.  :Twocents:

You'd be surprised.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tmZ5kmFgBBc

They buy a fraction of what we buy from there. I lived there. !!

I think that generally US cars dont sell in huge numbers outside America ( Jeep aside...can you even call that American now???...lots are built in Austria and owned by FCA in Italy))...unlike German or Japanese ones which seem to sell well everywhere. The certainly dont in Europe. We buy lots of Fords here (mainly company cars)....but they are UK and Europe built ones.

Quote from: alfaitalia on June 19, 2020, 01:38:08 AM
I think that generally US cars dont sell in huge numbers outside America ( Jeep aside...can you even call that American now???...lots are built in Austria and owned by FCA in Italy))...unlike German or Japanese ones which seem to sell well everywhere. The certainly dont in Europe. We buy lots of Fords here (mainly company cars)....but they are UK and Europe built ones.

Hey tread lightly yes JEEP is 100% American from concept to today. (No matter where made.)  :2thumbs:

Quote from: b5blue on June 19, 2020, 06:22:49 AM

Quote from: alfaitalia on June 19, 2020, 01:38:08 AM
I think that generally US cars dont sell in huge numbers outside America ( Jeep aside...can you even call that American now???...lots are built in Austria and owned by FCA in Italy))...unlike German or Japanese ones which seem to sell well everywhere. The certainly dont in Europe. We buy lots of Fords here (mainly company cars)....but they are UK and Europe built ones.

Hey tread lightly yes JEEP is 100% American from concept to today. (No matter where made.)  :2thumbs:

He's just like a broken record. I've read many times from him that Europe doesn't like Merican cars. Bullshit though... cause I have family in Germany and the Netherlands and they have plenty new Merican cars there. Even Dodge/Ram/Chrysler dealers.

Believe what you like....you could drive all day and not see a Dodge. Most of the  Ram trucks you do see are privately imported rather than bought through a dealer....and are diesels...cost of fuel here makes most of them a no go. There are no official Dodge dealers in the UK. It's not some sort of personal insult....at least you build cars you could export as American. We build no high volume British owned cars now....the unions saw to that.
And as for Jeep....the name might be US...but if it's not made in the US and not owned by an American company...what makes it American? In much the same that Roll Royce and Bentley are not British cars anymore....even if Rolls are made down the road from me...100 percent German owned by BMW (VW own Bentley). At best they are German cars, UK built. Calling them British is like calling cars built at our Nissan factory in the north of the UK, British.

...anyway...this is way of topic!

Quote from: alfaitalia on June 19, 2020, 11:25:59 AM
Believe what you like...

I believe my family and friends over you.

https://www.vanleersum.nl

https://www.vanleersum.nl/showroom

Doesn't Fiat own 50 percent of Chrysler  :shruggy:

I'm not 100 percent certain...but a quick Google says they own all of Chrysler ....making Chrysler Group a subsidiary of Fiat. The info was a year old mind....so things could have changed.

Quote from: alfaitalia on June 19, 2020, 01:50:45 PM
I'm not 100 percent certain...but a quick Google says they own all of Chrysler ....making Chrysler Group a subsidiary of Fiat. The info was a year old mind....so things could have changed.

Curious.  Is Fiat still the European word for junk or have they turned it around?

I would not have one...they no longer have the rust issues.....but I don't like the light and flimsy build.....but I do have ALFA,s.....a sister company....Im addicted to those (as much as Mopar)and the build quality was acceptable....now is good.

Don't have a non-mopar yet, but hopefully when funds allow I'm planning on a 69 GTO for my next project.  I've always had a soft spot for Pontiacs.  Had a 66 GTO when I was 16-19, then a 68 GTO for a couple of years.  But then again, wouldn't mind getting an E-body too.................to many nice cars to choose from.

Quote from: Rolling_Thunder on June 17, 2020, 03:58:44 PM
my 1998 4Runner...    originally a stock V6 2wd auto I bought to take to Washington DC during my USAF time....   

Got Bored and did a 5-speed swap,  4x4 conversion, small lift, wheel/tires, E-locker conversion...

I've driven it across country three times thus far...    fun little capable thing...    rust free with <$4000 in it total (Truck and mods) - got it in 2013 with 68,000mi on it and now has 152,000mi with no issues.   

(https://i.redd.it/uo4v1e8cxle41.jpg)

People whine when I post about my Toyotas here but they really are fun and capable and meet my needs for most of what I do (except the towing capacity is useless). I currently have 3 third gen 4Runners like yours (probably not as "rust free") and a 93 and a 94 4x4 pickups. I sold my 98 Tacoma, 95 4Runner, and 3 other 3rd gen 4Runners since November though. Trying to get my "fleet" under control! Honestly, buying and selling Toyotas helps pay for the Mopars.

Troy

PSA of the day: this thread is in a section called "Car Guys Discussion" where we discuss vehicles other than Chargers. This thread is about people's "other" cars. If you don't like "other" cars then why are you reading this? Please keep your irrelevant opinions out of here. Or start your own whiny thread instead of cluttering up a thread about other people's happiness (and possessions).

Troy

Maybe I missed something...but who was that aimed at? Just curious....

 :scratchchin:

My latest project, 1932 Buick 66s, car in middle. Only 7 known, OHV straight 8 rumble seat coupe.
Needs new king pins to finish, has a terrible case of death wobble.
Have 6 other old cars and adding a 1916 Overland to collection next Sunday.

Well this is a maybe but i'm looking at an 1949 Buick Ambulance,as we like to dare to be different. I've got 72 Pontiac running gear for it.

71 GMC K2500 4x4. Amazing how much cheaper it is to work on than a mopar project.

Nice Truck!   Love the patina.  Right out of Footloose.
I had a 72.  Heavy half ton.  Top of my wish-I-didn't-sell list.

1988 Mercedes 300CE


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Latest Alfa project and my current DD

2009 ALFA 159 Lusso 2.0JTDm 170 6 speed manual

2.0 Four pot diesel (turbo charger of course)
Brembo brakes model
Was 170bhp ....now 218bhp
Was 360 nm of torque....now 448mn or torque. (Dynoed)

MODS

Remote control diesel tuning box with custom maps.
Straight through exhaust converted to twin exhaust using the centre section from a 2.4 version and two straight through HKS race silencers (not noisy as DPF and turbo stops the noise.)
Water meth injection....being fitted soon...parts in boot!.
Blitz front mounted intercooler with red silicone hoses.
Upgraded battery to 115 size and AGM
Engine breather oil catch can (DIY)

Lowered 35mm on Apexi springs (unknown short damper brand)
Front and rear corner splitters
Front daytime running lights
Genuine ALFA Giulietta Cloverleaf badges.....expensive!!
Genuine ALFA 159 TI brushed chrome mirror housings
ALFA 156 Front fogs...clear lenses unlike ugly factory ones.
Additional Volt meter and under bonnet temp gauge.
Red dash/door trim.
Dash mounted Android SatNav with integrated Torque Pro and DPF and exhaust gas temp monitor
Handles like is on rails, next to no body roll and as sharp as any front driver I've driven...great fun!

To do
A pillar mounted gauges to show oil temp and pressure (parts in garage waiting!)
Possible change to tan leather interior.
Upgraded turbo (the intercooler, water meth and custom maps have all been leading to this) Target 280 to 300 bhp....500mn of torque....that's more than a 318 V8 and at much lower revs....not bad for 1956cc four pot diesel!!!

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I was wondering how long it was going to take you alfaitalia to block out all your license plate pictures of your car  :nana:  :nana:

LOl...yeah I missed one. Don't know why I bother really....its can be seen on the road most days by just about anyone!! Just seems to be the done thing over here where the plate lives with the car from birth till scrappage!!

worked on my 1982 J-10 the moss covered wonder today.
pulled and replace the engine in 4 hours today to fix a flex plate issue.
truck hasn't run in 17 years hope to fix that soon.

When I was younger I used one that had the Levi interior to haul wood.

 I have never had a Good V8 jeep engine..Ever. 

Quote from: Slowpoke on July 25, 2020, 08:22:39 PM
worked on my 1982 J-10 the moss covered wonder today.
pulled and replace the engine in 4 hours today to fix a flex plate issue.
truck hasn't run in 17 years hope to fix that soon.

That's a cool project. If you want to lift your rig, I recommend Skyjacker. My brother bought this lift kit from 4wheelonline for his '81 J10. Skyjacker is on the pricey side but it's a full 4" and rides nice.

Quote from: RangerDan440 on July 16, 2017, 06:45:39 PM
'77 Grand Prix.  Next to muscle-era Mopars, I have a fetish for the '70s GMs

Just realized I havent been on in awhile.   :icon_smile_big:

The Pontiac is done

finished this little number a couple years ago :2thumbs:

Extremely cool....I used to have a modified, forest arched Mk2 version with an old 3 litre V6 Capri engine in....I was only young and that taught me everything I know about rear wheel steering!!! Still would love a Mk1 though....big money now though!!!

Quote from: RangerDan440 on October 08, 2020, 07:38:32 AM

Quote from: RangerDan440 on July 16, 2017, 06:45:39 PM
'77 Grand Prix.  Next to muscle-era Mopars, I have a fetish for the '70s GMs

Just realized I havent been on in awhile.   :icon_smile_big:

The Pontiac is done

:2thumbs:

Friend had a 1970 SJ.  Nice car, fast too.  Another with a 454 Monte Carlo. 

Had a 1975 Cutlass Supreme, great car.

I like the 70 midsize GM cars too.

My non Mopar projects are-

59 Cadillac.  Pulled out of a garage of the original owner who put it there in 78 (bought from son of original owner). Restored driveline, left everything else old and worn.

95 F355.  Focusing on weight reduction.  Parts removal and carbon parts brought it from 3,199lbs to 2,987 so far.

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Quote from: RangerDan440 on October 08, 2020, 07:38:32 AM

Just realized I havent been on in awhile.   :icon_smile_big:

The Pontiac is done

Very nice! That was almost my first car but I couldn't swing the $$$ so ended up with a 4 door Nova instead  :lol:

That Cadillac is awesome! Ultimate cruiser right there.   :2thumbs:

I just picked up Lamborghini Countach kit car based on a 1985 Pontiac Fiero chassis automatic V6. Anybody know where I can get used or reproduction parts

Here:  https://tampa.craigslist.org/hdo/cto/d/spring-hill-1988-pontiac-fiero-artero/7266349949.html

Here's my non-Mopar collection - You can check out more on all my projects on my YouTube page here - https://www.youtube.com/user/98saleen


My TTSaleen -Twin 67 turbo 5.4 mod motor  Makes around 1,300rwhp and full street car with air-conditioning  Has been 5.80's in 1/8th and 9.30's in 1/4 on the 275 drag radials fighting boost controller and transmission issues.
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My 2003 Mach 1 - Makes 800rwhp.  Terminator Cobra drivetrain swap with a fully-built engine with billet rods, forged pistons, ported heads, custom cams, VMP 2.3 supercharger.   Has Magnum T56 six speed.
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My 2008 Pontiac G8 GT - Makes about 500rwhp - Ported/shaved stock heads.  DOD delete.  Dominator cam upgrade.  E85 conversion.  Headers, 3" exhaust, Circle D converter, 3.45 gears.  Has been 6.90's in 1/8th and 11.0's in 1/4.
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Ryan

 Nice cars, but don't look like PROJECTS.  :Twocents:

Quote from: ACUDANUT on January 27, 2021, 10:59:06 PM
Nice cars, but don't look like PROJECTS.  :Twocents:

That's because I spared you the encyclopedia of pictures for the last 2 years on those 3 alone.  Haha.

The black car currently has no engine or transmission in it. 
I am also going to convert it to a Holley Terminator X computer system and switch it over to E85.
Well that is after I get the freshened engine back into it and a new transmission sourced for it (thinking Powerglide this time around).

The blue car just got the engine and transmission put back into it about 2 months ago.
I've not had a chance to take it to the track and see if I can row the manual to a 9 second pass.

And the red car I sort of completed last summer but have yet to take it back to the track to try out the new mods which include the upgraded differential I broke at the last track outing.

Plus since getting my 68 Charger, I have some plans in mind that I want to add to it this year.

Anyone that owns a hot rod (or a couple) knows they are projects that are never done.  On top of that, I decided to build a garage this year so I can actually work on my cars and have a lift.  So look for a picture of that soon.

So to keep this forum light based on my junk, I kept it to a minimum.