What to do to get a quicker launch…

I've got the 318 as descirbed in my sig. now in the Dart.

It's quick, once it's rolling. The launch is kind of misserable and it wont chirp 1st to 2nd :(

Transmission is stock, I've got my old busted 904 which I'd like to build up. Like everybody, on a budget. Budget budget budget.

I've got a 8 1/4 rear end, don't know what gears it has.

I might be getting a 8 3/4 suregrip soon btw :)

Anyway I wan't to accomplish a quicker off the line speed but it's still a street car.

Should I (remember on a budget!)

Build the 904 with the a reverse kit?

Manual valve body? (I'd like a floorshifter anyway)

Just do a shiftkit, and if so which one or is there a DIY one?

Install a higher stall converter (still street, don't wanna be at 3k all the time)

Or do different gears? (I'm at 3k at 75mph)

Love to hear who's done what and what it cost em' roughly.

I'm staying with a 904, not a 727 btw.

cheers,

David
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