Hello guys , I have a 1970 Dodge charger with a 440 engine that has been garage for 20 years before it was garage the engine was rebuilt trying to see what would be the best way to create a Sunday driver. Get the 440 going are do a late model swap. I am not trying to build a race car just a dependable car. I would appreciate the feedback thanks

 

Welcome. If money is not a problem I’d go modern Hemi, it’s been done, there are kits available and no surprises. The 440 would be easier with no fabrication and with a mild cam and small carb would make a great Sunday driver.

We are in the midst of putting a 5.7 Hemi in my 1970 Coronet, and the deciding factors were, got the engine for free, and EFI drivability. Our old cars had 375-390 hp with lots of cam and carbs, this one makes the same power from 345 cubic inches. We are adding air conditioning and some modern electronics to have a car the Wife and I can jump in and go anywhere. My hot rod bumping around town with discomfort, noise and smell days are over. We also wanted an all OEM engine I can go to any auto supply store and get parts for.

 

The late Hemi will get easily twice the fuel mileage of the 440 with the same power.

 

 

Thanks for the feedback, between what year hemi should I look for , also do you have a link to the kit

 

There is lots on the internet on what year or size of engine if you search, Holley is one company that has a kit, video available of a '66 or '67 Charger.

 

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