Author: A3404bbl

340 – 440 stroker (512) vapor locking

I have a 74 challenger that I just swapped a 340 for a stroker 440. The fuel system is original with the exception of a small electric kicker fuel pump run in line by the tank. I am having issues with vapor lock. The car will idle and drive for about…

Starter breaking teeth off of the converter

Good afternoon everyone,

I have a 440 stroked to 512 in my 74 challenger mated to a 727 auto. I have had two converters have teeth broken off by the starter. I had a reputable transmission shop install everything and they say that everything was insta…

Challenger Rallye Hood

Looking for Rallye hood in good condition. Does anyone have any leads on where I might be able to find one. All the manufacturers currently have shipping eta’s of last week of May.

Electric exhaust cut outs

Anybody running electric cut outs on their cars? If so, what brand are you running, and are their issues I should look out for? Just swapped a 512 into my Challenger and was thinking of adding them. My concern is exhaust leaks popping up.

Thanks!

440 clearance under challenger flat hood

Good morning everyone,

I have a ‘74 challenger that was a factory 318 car with the flat hood, that I am swapping to a 440 based 512 stroker. My questions are:

1. will the 440 fit under the flat hood with carb and air cleaner?

2. Does the bracing o…

1968 340 and TCI street Rodder 727

For sale: 1968 340 and TCI Street Rodder 727 automatic transmission. Currently in a 1974 Challenger. Engine and trans still in car and can be seen running and driven. Message me for videos of the motor running and dyno pull. $4500 obo. Located in Norfolk, VA 23518. Local pickup only.

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Best torsion bar upgrade when swapping small block to big block

I have a 74 Challenger with a 340, that I am swapping out for a 512 stroker (440 block). While the motor is out I want to upgrade the torsion bars and wanted to know what brand and diameter people are running. My car will be a cruiser that may see a li…