1973 cuda 340 4 barrel all original no rust 36000 miles

[nim]

Hey, what would you do with this all original great shape, never in rain or snow 36000 mile 1973 cuda 340 4 barrel? I would like to get it way up in horsepower just for cruising and fun, no racing.

 

[NoCar340]

Personally I wouldn't even mess with something that original. But, since you asked, nitrous is quick and easy.

Seriously, if it's that original I'd probably leave it alone. However, if you're intent on hot-rodding it I'd suggest removing the original 340 and transmission and storing them along with the OE exhaust if it's still present. Find a cheap junkyard 360 and do the usual: compression, cam, carb. Headers, free-flowing dual exhaust and a 3.91 or 4.10 gear would round it out nicely, assuming you don't do much highway driving. If you do, I'd suggest something more along the lines of a 3.55, which the car may already have.

Don't set yourself up to grenade your numbers drivetrain. It'll break your heart and ding your value.

Welcome to the board! Have fun, both on the site and with your car.

 

[Super-bee_ski]

I agree with NoCar340!
IMO keep it original BUT:
It is YOUR car and you have the right to do what you so desire.

 

[DetMatt1]

Welcome to the site from the Motor City!

 

[Cojohnso]

Hey, what would you do with this all original great shape, never in rain or snow 36000 mile 1973 cuda 340 4 barrel? I would like to get it way up in horsepower just for cruising and fun, no racing.

The safest is to build a separate motor. And keep the original 340 wrapped and tight. A classic 408 stroker? With a rear gear upgrade will give to the street thrill I think you are hoping?

 

[nim]

Personally I wouldn't even mess with something that original. But, since you asked, nitrous is quick and easy.

Seriously, if it's that original I'd probably leave it alone. However, if you're intent on hot-rodding it I'd suggest removing the original 340 and transmission and storing them along with the OE exhaust if it's still present. Find a cheap junkyard 360 and do the usual: compression, cam, carb. Headers, free-flowing dual exhaust and a 3.91 or 4.10 gear would round it out nicely, assuming you don't do much highway driving. If you do, I'd suggest something more along the lines of a 3.55, which the car may already have.

Don't set yourself up to grenade your numbers drivetrain. It'll break your heart and ding your value.

Welcome to the board! Have fun, both on the site and with your car.

Thanks for your thoughts!

 

[nim]

The safest is to build a separate motor. And keep the original 340 wrapped and tight. A classic 408 stroker? With a rear gear upgrade will give to the street thrill I think you are hoping?

that sounds about what I may do, no permanent modifications!

 

[1972CudaV21]

I’d change the bumpers to 1970-1972 style and leave the rest stockish.

 

[sir_veza]

Have it appraised the way it is now. After that you'll have a better idea of what you have.

 

[fasjac]

Welcome to the site from Arkansas! I agree, keep the original motor in the corner and build a 408. Lots of torque and fun for the street... or track should choose.

 

[moparker]

I will trade you my Duster for ii. Its already hopped up. Leave it stock. Get something else.

 

[moparker]

Its a 71 340

 

[oldkimmer]

Welcome. U can buy a BluePrint 408 for decent money. Talk to Jonny Mac. Kim

 

[Cojohnso]

How come some 73's have them God awful bumper guards. And some don't? Or did folks just replace with a 71 style bumper? I noticed many liked the using the '71 style grill?

 

[1972CudaV21]

How come some 73's have them God awful bumper guards. And some don't? Or did folks just replace with a 71 style bumper? I noticed many liked the using the '71 style grill?

The Feds mandated 5 M.P.H. bumpers for the model year 1973. Instead of remodeling the car, they just adapted by using big chunks of metal & plastic..

 

[Cojohnso]

The Feds mandated 5 M.P.H. bumpers for the model year 1973. Instead of remodeling the car, they just adapted by using big chunks of metal & plastic..

I remember. Or should I say? I remember the commercials. Bumpers that would give a little at very slow speed impacts. That was Plymouth's solution? Oh for God's sake! I'm sure that has been the topic of discussion here on e-bodies.

 

[moparker]

Can we see a pic of the car please?

 

[340challconvert]

nim
to FEBO from New Jersey
Sounds like a great Cuda
How about some pics of that low mileage Cuda!

 

[Chryco Psycho]

Welcome !
I agree with building a 408 using a 360 block , put a shift kit in the trans if it si an auto & keep the original engine untouched .