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    Offline 82ABNVET

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    Mild 440 build
    « on: August 29, 2022 - 06:09:54 PM »
    It's been a few yrs but Im finally getting back to working on the 73 cuda. Looking for suggestions for my motor build. It's a STD 74 440HP block with stock pistons and rods and a STD cast crank.
    After my research on here I'd like to add these components and want to know what the more experienced mopar guys on here think.

    -Holley 4160 carb
    -Eddys rpm intake(I have a Weiand 7512 if that's better)
    -Stealth non ported heads
    -Voodoo 10230702 or 703 hydraulic flat tappet cam (not sure which would be better for my needs)
    -lifters?
    -10° locks and retainers
    -440 source roller rockers
    -push rods(what to buy?)
    -Speed pro forged pistons(with valve reliefs to raise CR)
    -Rods(will stock be fine?)
    -stock cast crank unless I should buy a forged?
    -440 source high flow water pump(should I replace stock housing with 440 source housing)
    -Melling HP oil pump
    -Fuel pump(mechanical what size or electric?)
    -440 source balancer
    -440 source flex plate
    -Viton Rear main seal with silicone side strips
    -440 source billet rear main seal cap
    -Dougs headers(as long as they clear everything and don't ruin starters)

    I'll be running 3.23 gears with a 727. Not sure on stall converter? I don't want a lot because I don't want it heating up. My drive into town is 30 minutes down the hwy and I'd like to take this car on a route 66 run from Idaho and back. I'm on a budget and I'm not ready to build the 512 stroker yet. I value the more knowledgeable on this forum so let me know what you think and if I should make changes for my needs.
    « Last Edit: August 30, 2022 - 12:48:39 AM by 82ABNVET »
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    Offline JayBee

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    Re: Mild 440 build
    « Reply #1 on: August 30, 2022 - 07:54:52 AM »
    If it's been a few years you'll eventually notice that this site is dead! There may be about 5 members that still contribute (me included) and the posts usually advise to join: e-bodies.org   Pretty much anyone that used to be active here has moved to there, you should too.

    Sorry, but I can't comment on the parts you want to use
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    John

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    Offline 82ABNVET

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    Re: Mild 440 build
    « Reply #2 on: August 30, 2022 - 01:11:30 PM »
    Jaybee that's a real downer, but I appreciate you letting me know.

    I'll go join E-bodies also
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    Offline 'Cuda Hunter

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    Re: Mild 440 build
    « Reply #3 on: September 05, 2022 - 12:34:56 AM »
    You will get way more replies over there.
    I also can not comment on the specific parts.  But would follow what someone else has to say. See you on the flip side.
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