Welcome to FYIFORD.  Glad you found us.

To put the 428 in that car, here are some things to change out.  I would consider them mandatory!

Weld the shock tower inner brace to the actual tower (vertical joint next to where the UCA bolts come through)
Install both torque boxes on the front frame rails.
Install big block front springs
Shelby export brace, not a cheapo, get the Scott Drake concours
Monte Carlo bar
Install big block rear springs
Install disc brakes
Install a 9" rear end or an 8.8" conversion with larger brakes
24" radiator
428 clutch linkage
big block drive shaft

You may already know about the rest of the stuff not related to the shock towers, but I thought I would throw it in, just in case.  Subframe connectors wouldn't hurt, too.

Where are you located?  I hope you can make it to the BASH Sept 28.  See the bash forum for details.

Thanks for the welcome guys, im a Aussie.

This 67 is a real time capsule, 53000 miles, never been painted and doesnt need to be, red trim in awesome condition etc etc. Its a shame to mod it BUT there's just no fun in a 200-3spd so 428cj it is.

A few more questions.

How many leaves does a factory manual big block have in the rear springs.

I have a low mile 69 front disc setup, is this a prefered option to use.

Can you give me more info on the torq box difference.

Thanks for your reply, I appreciate it.

Where in Australia?  Just landed and Sydney and headed to Perth on Sunday.  If you are out west I'd like to see your car.

Last edited by GPatrick (8/16/2013 3:50 PM)

Nice looking car - part of the value is based on what you intend to do with the car - if you are going to hang on to it regardless, then improvements that are made to improve or maintain the structural integrity are worth it. If you plan to sell, then they could detract from the value.  I personnaly don't think that the torque box add-on would drop the value but then I am not a points car person.

I get over to Melbourne every few years so we may cross paths at some point.