[zjrog]

I have always wanted to use a 2 door Dodge Dart, 67-73, before crash bumpers. And swap in Chrysler 2.5 turbo power, would have to use a RWD NA block for engine mount bosses. Plenty of room for my 6'3" self, and as a teen, I remember them being pretty comfy riding as well. There are a couple 5 speeds available, out of Dakotas and Wranglers, so you won't be speed shifting. And I am not aware of the higher diff gearing in the various Chrysler axles you will find under these. I know I considered a Jeep Cherokee Dana 35 which had 3.07s available. But other gearing? Not sure. But the Dart should be a lighter weight option, plentiful parts, and roomy. I know some have tuned the 2.5 Chrysler turbo engines for mpg and some claim 40+ with some detuning. Others, well, I know a few Dodge and Plymouth 2.5 minivans running 11 and 12 second quarter miles times, so if you want 300+HP, it can be made... That was the path I wanted back a few years ago...