Re: My '55 Dodge Kingsway 'Rustoration' Quote:
Originally Posted by unni246 Kudos to You!
Can't believe you are Exploring every inches in the country to get the life into your Dodge.
Way to go Mate
Awaiting more Pics & rest of the Story |
These trips make the resto a far more memorable one than giving it to some garage to restore, i feel! Quote:
Originally Posted by KPS Was this car running on a diesel engine at some point? I noticed that the firewall has been cut, which indicates a larger engine was in place, most probably a P4.
Anyways, glad that you have been able to salvage the petrol engine and install it back.
Cheers
KPS |
The previous owner tried his hand at a Diesel project which fell flat on its face. Thankfully the original engine, et al were still available. So i was able to make this back to an original, Numbers matching car. Quote:
Originally Posted by classact Engine looks very good from outside after the overhaul. Waiting to see the finished car. Was any tweaks done to suspension? |
Brand new OE shocks and bushes were imported from the US of A, and put in. Quote:
Originally Posted by fusionbang Hats off to you JD
Seriously I have no words for you man, I am dumbstruck seeing your posts, the pain and interest you are taking to get this guy going. I feel there is not even a single motor enthusiast as you are in this world.
How did you manage to get these guys to work on it with dedicated concentration? They would be really proud to work on this machine.
Also awesome job on the engine buddy, looks clean |
Thank you for the kind words, fusion. Im just trying to do justice to the forgotten King, and having a lot of fun at the same time! Quote:
Originally Posted by Joe M Wow!! That's a true enthusiast's work! I too have always enjoyed browsing for interesting things in the junk yard. Have made a table using a 6-cylinder engine block sourced from a scrap shop. One engine head unit, couple of pistons and crank shafts etc are part of my junk yard acquisitions It really is a very enjoyable time looking at all the mechanical parts laying around in chunks, begging to be bought.
Your trips in search of parts have made this a true restoration project. I bet you'll enjoy each moment with the car many times more than a restored classic purchased from the market. And thanks to your detailed descriptions thousands of Bhpians are enjoying it free of cost!
Glad to see 'Aashans' have done their job well. Eagerly waiting for pictures of next steps. |
Thank you! As you rightly said, the joy of driving something, built with your own hands, is just not comparable to something just picked up from a showroom.
Please share the pics of your creation too! Quote:
Originally Posted by Superleggera Excellent thread. Fingers crossed to see the final product.
Did you maintain the blue color? |
Thank you. No, i did not retain the blue, since it was a later repaint and not the original colour. Quote:
Originally Posted by rdhan JayD happy to see the dream taking shape!!! Could you please help me with the address/location of the dealers in Delhi...would like to visit them.... looking for a 1956 Plymouth Savoy front and rear windshields, steering wheel and horn ring!!!Not been able to find one in Hyderabad or Mumbai chor bazzar. If you know anyone who has one please let me know!!! |
Ill PM you the details. I doubt anything is available there though. There was none of the items you listed, the last time i went there. Quote:
Originally Posted by ashphil Fantastic work JayD!
Just cannot wait to see the end product. A Kingway Dodge being restored in your
frontyard! That kind of thing happens only to a very lucky few. Kudos and respect to your Father, you and all the workmen involved in this project.
Regards,
Ashok | Quote:
Originally Posted by car love Kudos to you for all the effort you are putting in by travelling all over the country for it!! Waiting to see the final product which im sure will be superb considering the work you have done on your Landy of which i am a big fan of.. |
Thank you! |