Re: [FWDLK] 1963 Dodge 880 rare
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Re: [FWDLK] 1963 Dodge 880 rare



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

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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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