Author: 65DartGTConv

I got this driveshaft from a 1966 Dart. It’s the kind with rubber inside. I didn’t pay attention when I removed the yoke and now I don’t remember which end is the front.

Saw this on Craigslist. It’s in Sacramento. Looks like it’s in pretty good shape.

http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4247255060.html

I’m in the process of restoring my Dart and I’ve been trying to stay fairly original. But when it comes to the transmission, I’m seriously tempted to upgrade to some newer technology. Of course I would keep the original transmission in case I ever want to go back to a stock setup.

My 273 is being rebuilt with Egge Domed pistons. CR should come in somewhere between 9.0 – 9.3 to 1. Isky E-4 Cam. Factory Carter 4 bbl on a factory 4 bbl intake. I have the original 904 automatic…

Against all the advice on this forum, I decided to retain the original 7 1/4 rear axle in my 65 Dart. I want to keep the stock small bolt pattern for use with the Cragar wheels I’ve already purchased and to match the Kelsey Hayes front disk brakes that I’ve also already purchased. That rules out the 8 1/4 option. And I’m not wild about the expense and additional unsprung weight of an 8 3/4.

It’s going behind a 273/904 combo with factory four barrel, Egge domed pistons and an Isky E4…

My car has the radio antenna in the rear quarter, which I must admit looks pretty good. Here’s what my car looks like with the antenna in the back.

But, I’m doing an original restoration and so I think I should move it to the front fender. Trouble is, I have two fenders and neither one has an antenna hole. According to the fender tag, the car came with a radio, so I’m guessing the fender was replaced at some point.

Anyways, I’m wondering if anyone can upload some measurements for where…

Not mine.

Looks pretty rough.

http://imperial.craigslist.org/cto/3445990042.html

I’m looking for a set of these brackets that support the left exhaust manifold on early 273 engines.

(Thanks for the picture Ulf)