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Old 01-15-2001, 03:34 AM
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I am looking to buy a 'Cuda or a Challenger. It will be a 4 speed. I was wondering which engine, besides a hemi, to get. Tell me which one you recommend and why. Also, what years of Cudas have the round taillights? Thanx.
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Old 01-15-2001, 04:04 AM
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I personally like the 340 but any big blocks are good too. 318 360 are ok, but lack power
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Old 01-15-2001, 04:11 AM
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And whaddayaknow!!!!!!!! Ihave a 440 Cuda to sell.
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Old 01-15-2001, 05:12 AM
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I BELIEVE THE YEARS ARE 72-74 WITH THE ROUND TAILIGHTS
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Old 01-15-2001, 09:12 AM
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The 66-69 Barracudas also had round headlights (ha ha). Engine size is a matter of preference. Go small block (340/360) for a preference in handling. Go big block (383/440) for a preference in straight line performance.
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Old 01-15-2001, 06:48 PM
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QUOTE djswwg: And whaddayaknow!!!!!!!! Ihave a 440 Cuda to sell.

What year?
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Old 01-15-2001, 10:40 PM
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Yeah 72 and later had the 4 round tailights,and that limits you to 318 or 360 for 72-74 or 340 72 and 73.Id find a 360 car because theyre rarer and have more HP potential because of more cubes,they made a few 74 360 4 spd cars...PRO...
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Old 01-16-2001, 04:25 AM
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JoeD, it's a 70. Full street legal. 11.70's in the 1/4. djs
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Old 01-16-2001, 04:59 PM
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Do you have it listed anywhere?
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Old 01-17-2001, 06:21 PM
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3000gt, The E Bodies have round tail lights from 71-73. I don't know why FishyAbody said they are round from 66-69 because my barracuda is a 68 and the tail lights are "C" shaped on the 67-69 A Bodies. As for an engine, thats a matter of what you want. Personally for a sb I'd go 340 or 360, but if your looking for a bb I'd go 426 or 440.
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Old 01-17-2001, 06:38 PM
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I hate to nitpick but round tail lights started AFTER 71.
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Old 01-18-2001, 03:37 AM
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JoeD, go to the forum for cars for sale, go to rear wheel drive vehicles, its on page 4. Email me from there. djs
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Old 01-18-2001, 01:29 PM
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round tailights started at 73. 1973 had 318 and 340 for engine choices, and 74 had 318 or 360. The 340 or 360 can be modified easily for 400hp performance. Keep in mind that other things than just the motor need upgrading when you do this. Also, big blocks can be put in the cuda with some work, since they were designed for them.
Which is best? I'm happy with the small block, as I don't plan to tub it. The stock powertrain and chassis can handle the 400hp.
If you switch to the big block, you may need to replace your driveshaft, torsion bars,and will definitely need new induction and exhaust. Also, the big block can twist your frame pretty badly, so frame connectors are a good idea. The big block takes up so much room underhood that plugs are hard to reach, and the wires must be carefully routed.

Sound like I'm happy with the small block? Yep, and since I street drive it, it's plenty fast. So what if a big block can take me by a car length? That's only a couple of tenths!
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Old 01-18-2001, 03:26 PM
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However the '72-'74 'cudas still used the earlier K-member so they are ready for a BB swap. There is no replacement for displacement, but maybe I would opt for a SB too with a four speed. For parts longevity, if not for any other reason.
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Old 01-18-2001, 03:32 PM
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Actually round taillights started in 72.
Thanks djs, I'm looking for 70-71 4 spd. Sounds like a sweet car though.
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Old 01-19-2001, 02:35 AM
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Hey JoeD, thanks for the reply, hope you find a good 4-speed car! Let us know, djs.
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Old 01-19-2001, 03:46 AM
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Joe D, I have a 71 Cuda for sale. It is a 340 car with 4 speed. E-mail me if you are interested. wfox@newulmtel.net
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