The Engine Assembly is just about complete and ready for installation. The only Components to complete the Assembly will be the Ignition Coil, Fuel Filter, Idle Solenoid unit and a few other miscellaneous parts.
We originally used a 1969 Alternator but had to switch the back with a 1970 unit, due to the difference with the internal ground connection. Here was the 1969 unit before switching to the 1970 back half section. Also shown is the Fan Clutch Assembly.
Here is a small feature for the Wiper Motor Ground Strap that has gone UN-noticed and incorrectly represented on many restoration projects. Chrysler Wiper Motors are typically restored with a “Z” shaped configuration to the Ground Strap. All of the Factory versions we have documented have a “Shepard’s Staff” bend near the small hole end and a smooth “swooping” 90 degree bend at the larger hole attaching point. Here are pictures of 3 original Factory units, a comparison of the one we shaped for this Project and the 4 Door Wiper Motor mounted into place.
Here are a few more exterior pictures. The Custom Interior Door Panels will be posted next.
We’ve had many questions about how we were going to re-work the interior to alter some of the areas that required reconstruction and/or customization. One of the main areas that had to be altered was between the Rear Seat and the Arm Seat area. Since ‘stock” 1970 Barracuda rear arm rest pieces could not be used, we had hard foam blocks made to to sculpt our custom panels. They are actually solid sections of foam that had to be carved & shaped to represent the authentic look of a Factory component.
Here are a few photos showing the progression of the Interior conversions and comparison photos between Factory Barracuda plastic panels and what we shaped. After they are completely finished, we will have them wrapped in black Vinyl Material that matches the Interior of the Car. Also included are a few photos that show the overall Body proportions of the 4 Door Barracuda Project.
