Barracuda DragCar:Final Big Block Install with TTI headers

[@BigfootsnMopars]

Looks great and sounds good Joe. Can’t wait to see it at the track.

[@JustMoparJoe]

You and me both! Thanks Mark!

[@parrishpatterson6780]

That's awesome!! Cleanest Big Block install in an a-body I've seen.

[@JustMoparJoe]

Thanks brother! Should be ready for the track soon!

[@JeffLeblanc-xb7qe]

Very clean the headers for the a body big block has come a long way I have a set of old a body 2 inch and they were a pain the one side has more dents u wouldn’t believe but I guess company’s have come a long way over the years I forget the name of them it was in the 90s wen I had a 67 fs 383 and the exhaust is so small I had to switch to headers it looked almost identical to Joes except the back wheel were centre lines front skinnies with centre lines on front like I say it made me miss my barracuda it would only go 13 with no headers in the quarter high 13 but man I had fun miss that car but every thing you do is top notch you will be a top notch Mopar man and u don’t look that old plus your good with math which helps wen building these motors with the help of ed your machinist like Joe dirt says keep on keeping on well done Joe

[@edsmachine93]

Very nice installation Joe. It all looks very sanitary. Engine sounds great. Thanks for the Shout out on the Engine Balancing. Thanks for sharing. Be sure and thank the other Joe for all of his help.👍👍 Take care, Ed.

[@JustMoparJoe]

Thanks Ed! She’s smooth as glass!

[@rodneybyrd9516]

I'm really impressed with how good everything works on this engine!! Well matched, machined and assembled!! Now if Joe can just TUNE IT!! Haha..

[@JustMoparJoe]

@@rodneybyrd9516 hahah! I know just the guy not to do it! 😂😂😂

[@rodneybyrd9516]

@@JustMoparJoe

[@318willrun]

It's in!!! and looks real nice painted up, new headers, and new motor like that ..... good job Joe !!

[@JustMoparJoe]

Thanks, Tim! It’s the best time of the season to get out there!

[@garryhatchett775]

Nice, nice work Joe. The Cuda is looking good.👍

[@JustMoparJoe]

Thanks for the support!

[@tims72demon]

Really good looking & great sounding. Lots of work on it !!! It shows. It's gonna be a ripper ! 👍

[@JustMoparJoe]

Thanks, Tim! A bodies to the front!

[@hayneshvac2]

A little trick I used to do tight spark plugs...Grab a length of 3/8 rubber fuel line hose, put it over the end of the spark plug like the wire boot, and you have a simple swiveling extension to thread in your spark plug with , without having to have one hand getting in the way of the other...I think once you get the hang of this method, you'll find life a lot easier...lol, great video by the way, keep up the good work.

[@JustMoparJoe]

Thanks for sharing! I know I’ve used that to do gen 3 hemi plugs, but forgot all about it!

[@Anthony-nw5zv]

Wow I've been waiting for this day. Fits like a surgeon's glove. Next bet will be "How many feet between the bottom of my front tires and the ash fault"!

[@JustMoparJoe]

Fingers crossed! Thanks for the support!

[@frankparks4900]

I'm ready to hear that Mopar Music!

[@JustMoparJoe]

Thanks, Frank!

[@musclecarmitch908]

Awesome! Such a nice fit! Looks great in there!👍

[@JustMoparJoe]

Thanks Mitch! I’ve been waiting for this day!

[@jeffdavis5704]

Looking good there Joe, can't wait to see it make a fast pass. Keep up the good work.

[@JustMoparJoe]

You and me both! It’ll be a great conparison to the old 408!

[@rickseeman5679]

Tell wifey you want one of those gizmos from Harbor Freight for Christmas that hangs from the cherry picker and has a crank on the front to adjust the engine angle. You will never put an engine in again without it. Congratulations on the install. By the way the elephant ear mounts are on the wrong side.

[@JustMoparJoe]

Haha! Those levelers are for Ford guys who have studs sticking out of their converters. As for the ears, I wanted them behind the ears, in case I can pull this engine forward and out someday. I also used the angle iron as a rest for the ears before drilling my bolt holes, so they are sitting on the iron, and bolted to it. Hoping that more points of contact will strengthen it.

[@smilsmff]

Congratulations on a nice job glad it is going well for you. Years back I had found that mid 1970s Van with a b block had the correct small block side Water pump

[@JustMoparJoe]

Thanks brother. I am certain I have 3-4 of them, but all cast iron. I don’t want to pick up that weight again 😂

[@smilsmff]

@@JustMoparJoe WELL WHEN ya wheelstands are too high............

[@MikeOCOnnor-jn4ic]

That looked like it fit easer than my RB. Looking good Joe. I'm using the hooker 2 inch header , with my Victor heads thats as big as will fit. My starter goes on easy with the headers installed but, you do want to have it wired before its bolted. I can tell, your gonna have some fun this year!!

[@JustMoparJoe]

Thanks for Sharing, Mike!

[@brianandglendaharkin9457]

Top Job on all your work steady as she goes. All the best . Most will only see your tail lights at the track . 👍🏻💯🇦🇺⛽️

[@JustMoparJoe]

Hope so! Thanks for the support on the journey. The fun finally begins!

[@moparmarkstpac]

I bet that felt good, I love it when a plan comes together. Congrats Joe!!

[@JustMoparJoe]

Thanks Mark! Exciting times

[@Nichole-440HP]

she's beautiful Joe ! you are a great inspiration to those of us building our own mopar projects and looking for helpful tips !

[@JustMoparJoe]

Thanks brother!

[@GodandGears]

Very very nice work Joe!!! Looking forward to the race track videos!!!😎

[@JustMoparJoe]

Thanks brother! Exciting times!

[@dannovello1577]

Yeah Buddy!! Sweet! Great job as always Joe! Those headers fit like a glove, well worth the $'s.

[@JustMoparJoe]

Thanks Dan! Super excited to get to the track

[@55gaser26]

Clean tidy and trick good stuff my man.

[@JustMoparJoe]

Thanks brother!

[@terryboothe2309]

That was a lot tighter fit than it looked . I bet you spent a lot of time going side to side easing that beast in there . It looks and sounds great . I’m ready to see it going down the track and I know you are too .

[@JustMoparJoe]

Thanks, Terry! I’m very close to making it happen! I appreciate your support!

[@cjm5002]

You're definitely right about this being one of the best vids.... but not for the reasons you think. At least for me that is. Your detailing the little quirks of getting it all to fit and what order and such should end up becoming a go-to post on the forums. Very good work my dude! And im still in awe at that paint under the hood... if i had something to build i'd be buying that paint in a heartbeat!

[@JustMoparJoe]

Thanks brother. This was about 3 days of work off and on to get it to this point.

[@TsGoodTimesGarage]

Man, it's always number 6 on any Mopar with headers! 😆😆I know that pain all too well! Job very well done Joe and Big Block A Body for the win!!

[@JustMoparJoe]

Thanks T!

[@jcnewbee8124]

Doing a great job Joe...This whole build has been entertaining, look forward to see how it runs on the track.

[@JustMoparJoe]

Thanks, JC! I’m excited

[@cavedave1922]

The Baracuda is looking good Joe! I have the same TTI headers on my 65 BB Plymouth, that #6 plug is a mother but it gets easier every time you mess with it. Though I don’t think it’s possible on a hot motor at the track . Your idea of drilling a hole through the side wall is probably the way to go. 👍

[@JustMoparJoe]

Thanks, Dave! I may have to drill one next time I’m eating that frustration sandwich! 😂

[@BigMikesHooptyBarn]

Dang! She sounds and looks awesome! Can't wait to see it in person!

[@JustMoparJoe]

Thanks, Big Mike!

[@TonysHotRodGarage]

That sure did turn out nice. Sounds awesome too. Looking forward to seeing it go down the track! 🏁

[@JustMoparJoe]

Thanks Tony! I was able to today!

[@kcav5374]

Good job Joe. Takes me back firing up my balanced, blueprinted 440 rom Booth-Arons from when I worked there in my old 62 Plymouth Sport Fury.

[@JustMoparJoe]

Thanks brother! I’ve never had one start so easily. It’s less than 1/3 a turn and it sings right off!

[@bradsrestorations1085]

Glad everything went together well. I can hardly wait to see it at the track!

[@JustMoparJoe]

Thanks Brad!

[@SteveP-vm1uc]

DAMN BROTHER!!!!! She sounds just like a racecar!!!!! ;) I can't wait for the first burnout!!!!!!!! Great work, buddy!!!

[@JustMoparJoe]

Thanks, Steve! Sure revs and feels strong

[@atsidis]

Sounds great, bet you can’t wait to see how it reacts in the car

[@JustMoparJoe]

Absolutely! Chomping at the bit!

[@donaldhalls2189]

Awesome can't wait to see it rip the strip, thanks for sharing, all the best to you and your loved ones

[@JustMoparJoe]

Thanks Donald! Going to try going today!

[@shanew.williams]

The engine sure sounds sweet,Joe. I didn't realize those are stepped primaries (headers). My TTI long tube (2" primaries) on the Dart with 440 were different, as i was able to use a stock "mini" type starter for a 90's Dodge van, remove & replace without touching the headers.

[@JustMoparJoe]

Thanks, Shane. I absolutely would have been fine with 2” tubes and may have had a lot easier install of headers and starter. I’m scared to even imagine the starter going out on this one. It’s make for a days work!

[@dumpsterchicken6287]

On the dragstrip again I just can't wait to get on the dragstrip again The life I love is racing Mopars with my friends And I can't wait to get on the dragstrip again

[@JustMoparJoe]

This one should win a CMA!

[@waltertomsic336]

Hey Joe, you make that look much easier than it is, great job!

[@JustMoparJoe]

Thanks Walter! I’m getting better at it, but now that everything has a home, engine swaps in and out should be faster

[@TheMoparman1978]

It fits 🎉 ready to see it hook & book

[@JustMoparJoe]

Thanks brother! You and me both!

[@stephenlineman]

beautiful car had a 69 w4speed 383 posi back in early 70s got stolen and wrecked miss it big time fantastic street machine great burnouts

[@JustMoparJoe]

Thanks for sharing!

[@kurtpoblenz2741]

Just imagine how tight the engine bay was , when they put hemis in the A body cudas 😂😂. At least changing the plugs was easier 🤪. Great looking Cuda. Can’t wait to see it race 🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@JustMoparJoe]

Thanks Kurt!

[@rayowens4355]

That thing sounds rowdy! Nice!

[@JustMoparJoe]

Thanks, Ray!

[@big3fan916]

Looks and sounds good Joe !

[@JustMoparJoe]

Thanks buddy! You know what’s next!

[@Comet-hn3gm]

That's got to be exciting ! I know I am, and I'm a Ford guy. The studs at the ears is a good idea. TIG a outlet on the radiator instead, it's still cheaper.

[@JustMoparJoe]

That’s a good idea! Thanks brother. That hose may get replaced with a metal flex hose in the future. Tigging would be perfect.

[@maximuswedgie5149]

Looking good Joe. Tight tight. Was wondering on your shifter cable do you run it over the front of the transmission or do you bring the shifter cable around the rear? I have a Hurst pro Matic and the cable no matter how I run it forward. It wants to burn on my headers. I cannot figure out how to run it backwards from the rear, wasn’t sure anyone was doing that. Thanks.

[@JustMoparJoe]

This shifter is made to mount from the rear. First I’ve seen. I loved my old promatic, but lost 3-4 cables through the years

[@maximuswedgie5149]

@@JustMoparJoe good to know Joe thank you for the reply!

[@dinadaughtry8993]

Awesome job, man does it look like it will be a blast to drive nice fit under the hood, can not wait to see it race and hopefully win sure has the right stuff, great job!

[@JustMoparJoe]

Thanks for the support! I’m beyond excited About it!

[@1563smb]

Sounds awesome 😎

[@JustMoparJoe]

Thanks brother!

[@dahut3614]

You probably have one of those mini starters, but I do so love the sound of the old high torque Mopar big block starters that were installed on the higher compression engines. It is essential to have some kind of thermal barrier between the full size starter and the headers, but I have zero experience with the mini starters.

[@JustMoparJoe]

Thanks brother. The mini starter is the way to go. I love the nostalgia of the old starters.

[@JustMoparJoe]

Thanks for following the channel for so long.

[@dahut3614]

@@JustMoparJoe Are you kidding? I love this stuff! Thank *_you_* for having such a great channel!

[@gregtough9055]

Welcome to the world of the B/RB engine, it's always a tight fit to get to plugs.

[@dahut3614]

It's funny- the first time I set the points on my 318 with the distributor in the back, I just had to have a big block with the distributor in front. Electronic ignition conversion makes that a moot point and now I am doomed to wrestle with spark plugs instead! The spark plugs were *_so_* easy to reach on the small block...

[@JustMoparJoe]

Thanks, Greg!

[@robertmagni7201]

Dang Joe that sounds mean ! Great job!

[@JustMoparJoe]

Thanks brother! I’m stoked to get it out!

[@ninjapumkin]

The #6 plug for my 400 is a bear. I can only get to it from below. Looks good Joe. Seems your building a show car 😝

[@JustMoparJoe]

Thanks buddy! No show, mostly go!

[@speedbuggy4095]

Awesome brother

[@JustMoparJoe]

Thanks,Buddy!

[@icetech6]

You are kickin butt... i gotta find some motivation :)

[@JustMoparJoe]

Thanks brother! It’s go time!

[@johnelliott7375]

I see that you have Live chat for the top patrons. "Nice" , I wish I was one that could help you out more. Great evening to you all and I wish I was able to help you out more than comments and passing on the videos for you!😪🥲 I will say that the engine bay is awesome looking and love that fresh looking paint. I believe that it is going to be perfect when it is done.

[@JustMoparJoe]

Thanks John! I don’t know about that feature. Lol

[@skipsdarkhollowgarage8695]

Damn that's a sweet car, nice work man!

[@JustMoparJoe]

Thanks brother! I’m excited to get her going!

[@NathansMoparGarage]

Sounds good with those headers

[@JustMoparJoe]

Thanks brother. This was uncapped and raw. I think the mufflers will clean it up some.

[@mikestackhouse9001]

Yes sir, you shoed that baby in right proper, Joe. Good job! Looking forward to seeing more videos and going bye bye.

[@JustMoparJoe]

More to come! Thanks Mike!

[@davidjones5729]

Nice work Joe. That was major surgery! Question: I'm installing TTI headers on my 383 Challenger. I didn't see you use any gasket sealant on the header gaskets. TTI recommends it in their instructions. What's your opinion?

[@JustMoparJoe]

I didn’t use their included gaskets. Those have the kinda carbon stuff that gets hit and crumbles out over time. I bought the multi layer aluminum gaskets from summit. They crush up and seal really well. I did use antiseize in all bolt holes for my aluminum heads.

[@davidjones5729]

@@JustMoparJoe thanks Joe, I will take your advice on this one and do the same.

[@stannelson2582]

#6 needs a special joe made tool for the plug!!

[@JustMoparJoe]

A 1” hole may appear there 😂

[@thomasward4505]

Definitely keep an eye on your fuel pressure that style regulator has a very small hole in it.220 I believe

[@JustMoparJoe]

Thanks for the tip! I’ve only ever ran that style. Holley seems better than the summit brand.

[@wht240sxka]

I was worried those plugs were toast, then when you took em out I had a sigh of relief haha

[@JustMoparJoe]

Thanks brother

[@wht240sxka]

@@JustMoparJoe Ya man! Had an idea for a future video. Maybe a challenge, but there are some including my uncle that have done it, so anyway, stock k frame a-body with coilover and rack n pinion. I had some ideas for mine, just had other things come up.

[@seanfattireguythomas2994]

So what’s the warning on the 440 source rockers I have them in my 440 tunnel ram

[@JustMoparJoe]

The rockers have been reported to dig into the shafts that are provided because the hardness isn’t sufficient. I’ve gotten 3-4 warning emails about them from viewers.

[@seanfattireguythomas2994]

@@JustMoparJoe what is 440 source saying about this problem

[@JustMoparJoe]

@@seanfattireguythomas2994 the first time I called, they said it isn’t an issue unless you run really high spring pressures. Mine aren’t that high, but I can see more than burnishing in my shafts.

[@seanfattireguythomas2994]

@@JustMoparJoe thanks I’ll have to watch mine

[@JAAUG]

Joe I had Hooker fender wells in BB Duster, they were a bit of a pain but did you consider them at all?

[@JustMoparJoe]

Yes sir I have a set of hookers in nice shape from my dads swinger. I didn’t want to cut my wells unless absolutely needed, and these headers were a blessing for me.

[@karlsracing8422]

Big block looks so much better.

[@JustMoparJoe]

Absolutely does! Thanks brother

[@MyKARSShop]

7:24. You said “pull the plugs.” And just 30 seconds before that I said, buddy you better pull those plugs or youre gonna snap em off. Lol guess you listened 😂😂 I feel like that Motor really needs a dual quad tunnel ram 😉

[@JustMoparJoe]

Yea buddy! Thanks Mike!

[@Nichole-440HP]

What break in oil do you use in your motors Joe ?

[@JustMoparJoe]

This one got the comp cams 10w30 break in. I usually get a diesel engine oil and add the zinc. Now I’m running semi synthetic 5w30 and a quart of synthetic Lucas. This one is a roller cam.

[@olred426]

What kind of brake master do you have

[@JustMoparJoe]

I believe this is the simple one from Mancini, that takes the 2 bolt adapter. It was in the car when I got it.

[@jerrywalker9592]

Sounds sweet buddy

[@JustMoparJoe]

Thanks, Jerry!

[@thomasward4505]

Doesn't 440 Source make a water pump housing that comes out on the other side for about $100?

[@JustMoparJoe]

It’s basically the same price as a new eBay radiator 😂

[@thomasward4505]

I eventually cut a hole in the side of the fender area to get to that spark plug your talking about on the passenger side

[@JustMoparJoe]

Excellent idea!

[@thomasward4505]

Big block header bolts are way easier to get to when the valve covers are not on

[@joshsiegle1229]

Congrats Joe!!! They might just be renaming it the Joe Name Nationals after this year 😎

[@JustMoparJoe]

Thanks Josh! I’m trying to get more updates on Instagram and TikTok. Thanks for following all over 👍🏼🚀🫡

[@rod426]

"Stage 8" brand bolts so you don't have to re-torque them and Remflex gaskets

[@nick3424]

Yeah buddy!!

[@JustMoparJoe]

Thanks, Nick!

[@michaelstrafello7346]

The problem with KZbin is you can see but not smell, nothing like the smell of a fresh engine first start

[@JustMoparJoe]

Absolutely! I was able to start and run this one a while back on the stand, before going to the dyno. But the new headers warming up sure were nice 👍🏼

[@coperacingtrans]

Lookn good.

[@JustMoparJoe]

Thanks John!

[@johnelliott7375]

I wish I lived closer and in the neighborhood I would be the neighborhood guy that would be like you need a hand , JMJ would be like well maybe tomorrow.

[@JustMoparJoe]

Thanks John!

[@tubbed68cuda]

Those are the headers I use. They have been great. Here is a link to the dyno session of my old engine. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hXPMeoauZ62Iiqs

[@JustMoparJoe]

Sounds mean!

[@tubbed68cuda]

@@JustMoparJoe It was until the intermediate shaft broke in the oil pump at the track. Made two passes, loaded the car, and unloaded at home all with no oil pressure. Never seen an intermediate shaft break like that. The car did run 6.13 at 109 mph though.

[@JustMoparJoe]

@@tubbed68cuda I’ve had a small block one break about 1” from the end. Engine had tight clearances, thick oil 15w40, and a high volume pump.

[@twochaudiomg2578]

Giuseppe , That car is a real M. F

[@JustMoparJoe]

Getting better all the time

[@matthewrich7673]

I personally don't get guys that put the transmission in first.

[@JustMoparJoe]

This one was floating on transmission Jack. I had to have it to set the elephant ears in this big block swap. I didn’t have any front mounts to reference.

[@toddmccarter45]

Who the heck is joe, i though you're joe

[@rickseeman5679]

Father in law I think

[@JustMoparJoe]

Haha! Joe is also my father in law. It gets confusing at Christmas

[@toddmccarter45]

@@JustMoparJoe makes sense, i must have missed it if you expalined it before, good that you get along with him so well at least!

[@davidmccrory5604]

Been a long time since I've heard anyone say " boy howdy "

[@JustMoparJoe]

Sometimes it’s just needed! 😂