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| Author: | slantscamp [ Mon Jul 21, 2008 9:30 pm ] |
| Post subject: | 1963 plymouth valiant wagon |
hey everyone. im new here. i just picked up a wagon. im looking to rebuild the slant six. im told its a 170. but havent checked the numbers. if it is a 170, do i have any header options? thanks |
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| Author: | Pat Dawson [ Tue Jul 22, 2008 5:03 am ] |
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Welcome to the site. Headers should fit all slant 6 engines as the heads are all basically the same in that area. The 170 engine is one inch shorter in the block deck height verses the 225. You should be able to tell by the waterpump "bypass" hose. On a 170 it is about an inch or so long. On the 225 it's about 2 to 3 inches long. Also on the front side of the head right below the valve cover near where the alternator bolts on should be some numbers. Your '63 should start with "T" and then have 17 (170 C.I) or 22 (225 C.I.) and some other numbers after that. |
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| Author: | lincparts [ Tue Jul 22, 2008 7:14 am ] |
| Post subject: | welcome wagon! |
Welcome to the forum! If you have a 170 engine your header options are few to none. Because of the 1 inch lower block, headers will interfere with the steering box and numerous mods will have to be made to make them work. what year wagon is yours and what are your plans with it? Welcome again and in your spare time use the "search" function to learn a wealth of knowledge about our cars. 
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| Author: | 64'4$peed [ Tue Jul 22, 2008 8:59 am ] |
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two words Dutra Duals |
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| Author: | slantscamp [ Tue Jul 22, 2008 2:37 pm ] |
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hey guys. thanks for the replies. here are the numbers from the passenger side of the block. 2202857-7. i found a couple sites with engine id numbers and it says its a 225. so that should make things easier. i guess my only other question is what determines a high or low mount starter. thanks again everyone for your help. -aaron- |
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| Author: | slantscamp [ Tue Jul 22, 2008 2:42 pm ] |
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hey lincparts. my wagon is a 1963 valiant. are you on the abodies only website? i bought it from redfastback on that site. my plans are to rebuild the motor and tanny, paint the engine bay while its out. and then enjoy driving it. i plan to rebuild the suspension this winter. |
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| Author: | ceej [ Tue Jul 22, 2008 3:03 pm ] |
| Post subject: | High versus Low starter positions |
Take a look at picture number three. This shows where a low starter is mounted. http://www.slantsix.org/forum/viewtopic.php?t=29745 The other's are high starter bell housings. CJ |
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| Author: | slantscamp [ Tue Jul 22, 2008 3:55 pm ] |
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wow. mine definitley isnt the low mount. thank you for the pictures. you helped out alot. |
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| Author: | Wesola78 [ Tue Jul 22, 2008 8:17 pm ] |
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I second the motion, Dutra Duals! Welcome to the site. |
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| Author: | lincparts [ Tue Jul 22, 2008 8:55 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Fabo |
Slantscamp,i'm on that site too. Glad to hear about your plans for the car. Where up north are you from? I' ve done alot to my wagon (63) and there are pics in the Gallery here. Its bebn my daily driver (40 mile round trip) for 2 years now, and its a joy to drive (18.5 mpg ) and with good power. Can't wait to see your car, Late , linc
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| Author: | polara pat [ Wed Jul 23, 2008 9:00 am ] |
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Welcome to the site, the more wagons the better as far as I'm concerned. You can see my two '64s in my avatar and Lincarts wagon will be a total inspiration for your build since it's also a '63 and freakin' beautiful. You will also want to get up to speed with the common tune-up tips, fuel line mod and ignition upgrades that make driving these cars more user friendly. |
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| Author: | sandy in BC [ Wed Jul 23, 2008 2:35 pm ] |
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I saw the green wagon in Nelson today,,,,,,someone way cuter than Pat was driving..... |
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| Author: | slantscamp [ Wed Jul 23, 2008 3:43 pm ] |
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hey guy. thanks for all the help. what is this fuel line mod you speak of? i would like to do whatever i need while the motor is out of my wagon. thanks |
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| Author: | SlantSixDan [ Sat Jul 26, 2008 6:34 pm ] |
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Welcome on the board. Dutra Duals are a terrific exhaust option. Tune-up parts and technique suggestions in this thread. Here is the valve adjustment procedure. Here is the Fuel line mod. There are many options for upgraded ignition; my preference is the HEI upgrade. Ask questions on here. There are many other improvements, mods, and build-up parts; you can upgrade everything from the brakes to the headlamps and the radiator to the taillamps! |
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