Re: [FWDLK] 1963 Dodge 880 rare

[Bill Watson <wwatson6@xxxxxxx>]

Except for the front clip, the body is basically a 1962 Chrysler, or minus 
the rear quarter panels, a 1961 Polara.

The brakes, though, are Bendix units shared with the 1963-64 Chrysler, as is 
the A727 Torqueflite.   The 1963 and up A727 has a park sprag controlled by 
a lever under the pushbuttons, and the parking brake is on the rear wheels 
and not the driveshaft.   So brake parts are much easier to come by than a 
1962 Custom 880 or Chrysler.   They are also self-adjusting meaning they are 
in need of less maintenance.

The front suspension is shared with 122" wheelbase 1960-64 Chryslers, 
1962-64 Dodge 880s, 1960-61 Dodge Polaras and 1960-61 DeSotos.  Many parts 
also interchange with 1960-61 Plymouths and Dodge Darts.

Bill
Vancouver, BC



----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Charles Pollock" <cpollock@xxxxxxxx>
To: <L-FORWARDLOOK@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Monday, March 09, 2009 9:57 PM
Subject: Re: [FWDLK] 1963 Dodge 880 rare


> Hi Paul,
> I thought I remembered something like this before, but I just could not
> place it.
> I also know that nothing like this could have escaped your attention so
> close to Indy!  So I was hoping you would chime in.
>
> Seems like it may be worth a closer look....
> Just not sure about how much would be available for it.  I did see that 
> the
> trim appeared all there..
> He states the paint is shabby. You have seen it in person- if you 
> remember-
> what is your opinion of the paint condition?  Not really wanted to do a
> repaint soon- but it IS the right color at least.
> The engine is no problem- but does anyone know if they repop the seat
> covers??  How about mechanical components?  Is this REALY just a reskinned
> 62 Newport?  So brakes, suspension, etc would be available?
>
> Really- I am looking for something to fix up and drive this summer and 
> maybe
> keep longer or just sell.
> I may be moving to Europe in October- but that is just another story..
>
> Thanks for the feedback so far!
> Charles
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Paul Holmgren [mailto:paulholm@xxxxxxxxxxxxx]
> Sent: Tuesday, March 10, 2009 12:14 AM
> To: Charles Pollock
> Subject: Re: [FWDLK] 1963 Dodge 880 rare
>
> http://www.forwardlook.net/mail-archive/msg37551.html
>
> --
> Paul Holmgren
> Mine: 2 57 300-C's in Indy
> Hers: 05 PT GT R/T HO
> Hoosier Corps L#6

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