Author Topic: Sam's Project Cuda' (Read 5188 times)

The Cuda Man · « **on:** January 22, 2009 - 11:12:13 PM »

Hmm where to begin... The beginning I guess

Well, I bought 73 Cuda' in April last year, it originally had a 340, but will be recieving a 440/727 from a 1969 Road runner. Im not sure if the 440 is an HP block or not (if someone could tell me that would be awsome!). Anyway, when i first got the car it was in horrible shape. Nearly every panel on the car along with 3 of the 4 frame rails had been eaten away by rust. Since then the car has been completely disassembled and sand blasted.

My future plans:
Since the car has no fender tag or build sheet, I decided to make this into my dream car... A black on black, high performance, streetable race car. Although im only 17 and my income isnt ideal (whos is right?), so this project could take me a while. Hopefully I can have it on the street by the end of this summer (hopefully!).

Any advise would be greatly appreciated.

Mopar or no car,
Sam

Oh yeah pictures

Sorry, im still trying to figure out how to resize so i can post them straight to the site

4Cruizn · « **Reply #1 on:** January 22, 2009 - 11:19:26 PM »

Here is a pic. Wow not too much left of it?

360 'CUDA · « **Reply #2 on:** January 22, 2009 - 11:40:27 PM »

So how much was it?

The Cuda Man · « **Reply #3 on:** January 22, 2009 - 11:45:49 PM »

I gave 1,500 for it. I know it looks like i got ripped off, but I have taken ALOT off the car. Still, some peices (doors, fenders, grille, hood, trunk lid, glass...) are in pretty good shape.

rallye73 · « **Reply #4 on:** January 23, 2009 - 12:44:48 AM »

You got yourself quite a project there. Keep us all posted on your progress. Makes my '71 R/T look like a creampuff.

1black71rt · « **Reply #5 on:** January 23, 2009 - 12:46:20 AM »

Looks like you need almost one of everything in AMD's catalog for that e-body.

426HEMI · « **Reply #6 on:** January 23, 2009 - 12:51:45 AM »

Looks like you are going to have to replace most everything. I am going to do the same to mine. Darn rust!!!!!!

The Cuda Man · « **Reply #7 on:** January 23, 2009 - 01:11:44 AM »

Quote from: 426HEMI on January 23, 2009 - 12:51:45 AM

Looks like you are going to have to replace most everything. I am going to do the same to mine. Darn rust!!!!!!

Haha I feel your pain brother, I feel your pain!

mcgheejt · « **Reply #8 on:** January 23, 2009 - 01:26:02 AM »

I am right there with you. If we put our two cars together we might have half a car. lol. Good luck, I will be watching with great interest.

'Cuda Hunter · « **Reply #9 on:** January 23, 2009 - 01:30:43 AM »

http://www.cuda-challenger.com/cc/index.php?topic=43161.msg436791#msg436791

Reminds me of my first challenger.
That's alot of work!
You will be very happy when you have completed the build.
Looks like fun!
Keep us updated please !!

The Cuda Man · « **Reply #10 on:** January 23, 2009 - 01:45:02 AM »

Thanks for all the positive feedback! I was a little nervous when i created this, I didnt know if I would get laughed at or what!

Kapteenikosmos · « **Reply #11 on:** January 23, 2009 - 01:49:00 AM »

That's a lot of empty space where should be some metal! Have faith!

Also I suggest that you will increase your timetable somewhat so there won't be any dissappointments. It will be ready some day but probably not this upcoming summer

The Cuda Man · « **Reply #12 on:** January 23, 2009 - 01:53:53 AM »

Quote from: Kapteenikosmos on January 23, 2009 - 01:49:00 AM

That's a lot of empty space where should be some metal! Have faith!

Also I suggest that you will increase your timetable somewhat so there won't be any dissappointments. It will be ready some day but probably not this upcoming summer

Sigh, I suppose your right, good things come to those who wait as they say

Street_Challenged73 · « **Reply #13 on:** January 23, 2009 - 03:40:27 AM »

Wow, I guess I can officially retract my prior statement in the Newbie Section.

That's great you're going to resurrect this car, though.

It'll definitely take some time to do it right and get it back together, but the rewards you'll get are well worth the wait.

426HEMI · « **Reply #14 on:** January 23, 2009 - 05:45:18 AM »

I am glad you are doing your car I know it is a lot of work to do but it will be well worth it when it is done. Dont get discouraged doing it. Keep us up with all you do ok!

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