New here...but had my 'Cuda for many years...new pics May 2008...

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Offline easy610

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Hello all.  A loooong time lover of the old Mopar muscle cars.  Had the opportunity to purchase my dreamcar back in 2001...a 1972 'Cuda 340 4spd. - blk/blk.

I love this car and have had many years of enjoyment with her.  Recently I drove a 2008 Challenger srt-8 and briefly considered selling the 'Cuda and replacing her with a new Challenger...but I think the fever has passed and I will stay with the classic Mopar.

SInce buying her, I haven't done much to her.  She came basically as a very respectible driver. 

Had a small tear in the driver seat fixed.
Replaced OEM intake with an Edlebrock & new carb.
Shorty headers with new dual exhaust.
New clutch.
And thats about it.....just drove her 2000-3000 miles each summer.

Well I think I want to start driving her much more and plan to do some upgrading - suspension, new exhaust, electrical, new wheels...

Ayway I've come to gain more knowledge and pick your collective brains...I am handy but not current with new products and such and with a busy job and family don't have the time I did in my teens to tinkler....but I want to change that so here I am.

Cheers to all,

Eric
Plymouth, Michigan
(appropriate hometown, eh?)





New pics for May 2008....

















« Last Edit: May 29, 2008 - 01:15:33 PM by easy610 »
1972 'Cuda 340 4spd, Blk/Blk.

Sold November 2012.  Will be missed and fondly remembered...



Replaced by this..I know, I know it ain't no classic...but it doesn't rattle and is wicked fast even with AC on...





Offline GoodysGotaCuda

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Re: New here...but had my 'Cuda for many years...
« Reply #1 on: May 14, 2008 - 10:26:25 PM »
Welcome to the site and thats a BEAUTIFUL 'Cuda you have there. I sure wonder what my wheels would look like on that blacked out 'Cuda.
 :drool:

Very nice looking car, sure wish i had a 340/4-speed, i'm stuck witha 318 automatic for now  :banghead:

Have any more pictures to share?  :cheers:
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Offline easy610

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Re: New here...but had my 'Cuda for many years...
« Reply #2 on: May 14, 2008 - 10:31:09 PM »
Thanks for the kind words....I got more pics of my kids sitting in the 'Cuda (they frequently argue over who will get the 'Cuda when I die!  NICE!), but thats it....

I am re-motivated after driving that SRT8.  I want to get my 'Cuda more inline with that fat/wide wheel stance of the new Challenger....and fix my electricfal issues.  I work afternoons and driving at night is embarassing at stoplights when my ligths dim BADLY....
1972 'Cuda 340 4spd, Blk/Blk.

Sold November 2012.  Will be missed and fondly remembered...



Replaced by this..I know, I know it ain't no classic...but it doesn't rattle and is wicked fast even with AC on...


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Re: New here...but had my 'Cuda for many years...
« Reply #3 on: May 14, 2008 - 10:39:05 PM »
 :wow:  Beautiful Cuda! Welcome aboard.
Dave

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Re: New here...but had my 'Cuda for many years...
« Reply #4 on: May 14, 2008 - 10:43:13 PM »
briefly considered selling the 'Cuda and replacing her with a new Challenger...but I think the fever has passed and I will stay with the classic Mopar.

Good choice  :2thumbs:. Beautiful car, and welcome to the site.


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Re: New here...but had my 'Cuda for many years...
« Reply #5 on: May 15, 2008 - 12:43:29 AM »
Welcome to the site.  I think I saw that car at woodward.  This is a great site and I'm sure you will enjoy it!!  Glad you found us!! 

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Re: New here...but had my 'Cuda for many years...
« Reply #6 on: May 15, 2008 - 01:00:29 AM »
Welcome to the site and you have a great looking Cuda. You have found the right place to ask questions about any issues you may have. Lots of great people here and just a great place to hang out and spend some time.


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Offline 19733404spdCuda

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Re: New here...but had my 'Cuda for many years...
« Reply #7 on: May 15, 2008 - 01:41:27 AM »
Welcome! what a nice fish... looks great in Black

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Re: New here...but had my 'Cuda for many years...
« Reply #8 on: May 15, 2008 - 02:11:55 AM »
 :clapping:  Welcome the the site, Eric!  Another Michigander joins the gang.  The Cuda looks sweet.  Are you heading out to the Woodward cruise this summer? 

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Re: New here...but had my 'Cuda for many years...
« Reply #9 on: May 15, 2008 - 02:32:03 AM »
Welcome :wave: That´s a beautiful Cuda´ you have there and enjoy this site it´s the best :2thumbs:
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Re: New here...but had my 'Cuda for many years...
« Reply #10 on: May 15, 2008 - 03:44:49 AM »
welcome ...  :wow: that`s a great lookin`cuda  :clapping:  have fun and stick around  :cheers:
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Re: New here...but had my 'Cuda for many years...
« Reply #11 on: May 15, 2008 - 04:03:38 AM »
Welcome to C-C.com  :swaying:

Glad you are jumping on to chin wag with the rest of us :2thumbs:
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Re: New here...but had my 'Cuda for many years...
« Reply #12 on: May 15, 2008 - 07:25:07 AM »
Welcome from another '72 340 owner.
And thanks for the pics. :thumbsup:
Mickey



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Re: New here...but had my 'Cuda for many years...
« Reply #13 on: May 15, 2008 - 07:45:32 AM »
Welcome and very nice Cuda you have there.  :2thumbs:
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Re: New here...but had my 'Cuda for many years...
« Reply #14 on: May 15, 2008 - 07:51:57 AM »
Beautiful 'Cuda. Welcome to the site. What did you think about the new Challenger when you drove it?
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