Subframe swap

[FRANK]

If my Gen 1 motor starts giving me trouble I think I am going to swap a big block K-frame from a Dart into my Viper. Then I plan on dropping in a spare 400 from a 1977 Chrysler New Yorker that I have. This way, I can retain those nimble torsion bars! I plan on migging it in and using a string line to get it lined up. I already upgraded to 4 wheel drum brakes and love 'em! Does this sound like more work than it's worth? Has anyone ever thought about swapping in a 8 3/4 into the rear of a Viper either?

 

[99t1]

I noticed in th 2001 Mopar Performance Parts catalog an ABS "big red drum" mod kit for them drums which will surely out stop the new Porsche turbo with a nickel's change.

For your future plans...Don't forget the deer whistle on the front bumper and the combo hairspray and deodorizer dispensers on the dash.

I think even Sparkomatic has an "AM Only kit" with an optical transducer meshed in to a bromide spedoingle runing off the master cylinder reversion tensioner that will remove that pesky "FM" from your dial and keep it real.

 

[GTS Dean]

If you're looking for a smooth ride and lower unsprung weight, you've got to do the 6-cyl torsion bars up front. The back end would not be worthy with the 8 3/4, I'd go with the 7 1/4 myself. However, the leaf springs are going to be a problem. I bet we could do a 4-link with the frame attachments from the rear somehow.

 

[FRANK]

Yeah! I have a good 7 1/4 laying in my shed from a previous swap to an 8 3/4! Just when I was going to use that beercan rear for a boat anchor does someone come up with a great suggestion. Best of all it has 2.76's in it! Imagine 200 mph top end speed with drums!

 

[Chuck 98 RT/10]

Obviously none of you know anything about cars if you're thinking of doing something like this and not using a Supra powerplant.