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Offline Ca70Cuda

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70 Cuda Project
« on: January 24, 2012 - 12:02:21 PM »
Hello, this 1970 Cuda is the first car that I ever purchased. I was a senior in high school and paid $1,800 ($500 down and $100 a month until paid off). Originally the Cuda had a 383 but I replaced that with a 440 6 Pack. In 1984 I threw a rod bearing and the car has sat since then. It has been a very long time since I have worked on my Mopar, I have a million questions and appreciate any assistance you can provide.

The engine and trans have been rebuilt so putting them back in the car is the first thing that needs to get accomplished. Thanks to the suggestions posted on this website, I will purchase TTI headers and complete exhaust system. However, I am missing the actual metal brackets that bolt to the engine where the motor mounts attach. If anyone can suggest a good place to get these, please let me know. In fact, here are a few things I need to get before I put the engine and trans back in the car. If you can assist with suggestions what type and where to get, that would be much appreciated.

1.) Metal Brackets (and bolts) that bolt to the engine and where the motor mounts attach. Where can I get these?
2.) Motor mounts. Where can I get these and what type are suggested?
3.) Starter. Are there now light weight or better starters for a 440?  Where can I get this and what type is suggested?
4.) Transmission to engine bolts. I think I am missing a few of these. Where can I get these?

That's probably enough for now. Thanks again for your help.  :cheers:

2012 Blackberry Pearl RT Challenger
2011 Tungsten Rallye Challenger
1970 Cuda, Yellow
1969 Roadrunner, Orange
1969 Roadrunner, White




Offline dusty

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Re: 70 Cuda Project
« Reply #1 on: January 24, 2012 - 01:31:28 PM »
Man, THAT IS SWEET!

Awesome.

Offline dtcuda

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Re: 70 Cuda Project
« Reply #2 on: January 24, 2012 - 01:37:52 PM »
Wow.  :wow: Nice car and nice pics.  I am looking for some parts myself.  If I run across some, I will let you know.

Offline 'Cuda Hunter

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Re: 70 Cuda Project
« Reply #3 on: January 24, 2012 - 02:54:25 PM »
Cool pics!  Love the old stuff!

Definitely purchase a mini starter.

I usually use one from a 1994 dodge truck when I am at the parts store.
This will fit right up to your application.

Won't purchase a different starter ever again.   Love the mini's.

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Offline edl94

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Re: 70 Cuda Project
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Offline loco340cuda

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Re: 70 Cuda Project
« Reply #5 on: January 24, 2012 - 10:09:13 PM »
Great picts, welcome to the site!  :cheers:
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Offline GranCuda1970

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Re: 70 Cuda Project
« Reply #6 on: January 24, 2012 - 11:09:07 PM »
SNICE !!! I like the jacked up Big fatty look!! :2thumbs:

Offline xtreme

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Re: 70 Cuda Project
« Reply #7 on: January 26, 2012 - 08:56:02 PM »
awesome documentation man

Offline Jamie

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Re: 70 Cuda Project
« Reply #8 on: January 26, 2012 - 09:46:52 PM »
Cool car!!! I have a pic of my uncle next to his yellow challenger jacked up with cragers  and love it.  your graduation photo is the year I was born  L.O.L
I will finish a project.I will finish a project. I will finish a project.

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( current goal is to keep just one car) AND FINISH IT!
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Offline Topcat

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Re: 70 Cuda Project
« Reply #9 on: January 27, 2012 - 01:36:46 AM »
Great pics of good memories.  :2thumbs:
Mike, Fremont, CA.


Offline Raw Untamed

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Re: 70 Cuda Project
« Reply #10 on: September 10, 2012 - 10:53:54 PM »
who did you get to paint your car?  Last year you were looking for a shop in socal.  Just wondering who you went to.

Thanks,

Joe
Joey

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