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07-13-2012, 01:57 PM
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Hello from West Texas - New to Mopar Forums
Hello everyone,
To start this off, I will have to share the main reason we joined. It's been 9 or 10 years since I have built a Hot Rod, & I have built/help build quite a few. Nothing spectacular, but have hopped up my fair share of Camaros, Trans Ams, Pickups, & an occasional race car here & there, but always your typical muscle car. My favorite one to was a friends '67 Camaro with a small block that ran consistent high 10's in the 1/4. Deep down, I always thought it would be neat to build up a Mopar for a personal Hot Rod but never pursued it. I was taught how to build healthy street rod & race motors, make modifications, etc by a few old hot rodders when I was a kid & I was in the racing seen for quite a while.
I took a left turn about 9 years ago, & got into Jeeps, offroading, running trails, etc. instead. I still have my '94 Jeep YJ but that's another story.
I met my wife about 7 years ago & we got married 6 years ago. The problem is, she hasn't been a fan of the Jeep & does not enjoy riding in it or driving it. It really bothered me that she was not enjoying herself with the Jeep, so very recently, I asked her what she would enjoy doing with me & she said she wanted to build a hot rod with me.
So....... Long story short, as we both have very busy work schedules during the week, we came to a quick decision on building us a unique hot rod that you don't see everyday.
We have bought a 1963 Plymouth Valiant for $2,700 with a straight body, very, very little rust other than a little bit in the rear fender wells. It is mostly all original, except for ignition coil, plug wires, battery etc. After we bought it, I drove about 2 hours back home without an issue, other than the alternator being a bit weak. I decided to do some homework on the Valiants, thus is how I found this site.
Thanks,
Rob & Jess
To start this off, I will have to share the main reason we joined. It's been 9 or 10 years since I have built a Hot Rod, & I have built/help build quite a few. Nothing spectacular, but have hopped up my fair share of Camaros, Trans Ams, Pickups, & an occasional race car here & there, but always your typical muscle car. My favorite one to was a friends '67 Camaro with a small block that ran consistent high 10's in the 1/4. Deep down, I always thought it would be neat to build up a Mopar for a personal Hot Rod but never pursued it. I was taught how to build healthy street rod & race motors, make modifications, etc by a few old hot rodders when I was a kid & I was in the racing seen for quite a while.
I took a left turn about 9 years ago, & got into Jeeps, offroading, running trails, etc. instead. I still have my '94 Jeep YJ but that's another story.
I met my wife about 7 years ago & we got married 6 years ago. The problem is, she hasn't been a fan of the Jeep & does not enjoy riding in it or driving it. It really bothered me that she was not enjoying herself with the Jeep, so very recently, I asked her what she would enjoy doing with me & she said she wanted to build a hot rod with me.
So....... Long story short, as we both have very busy work schedules during the week, we came to a quick decision on building us a unique hot rod that you don't see everyday.
We have bought a 1963 Plymouth Valiant for $2,700 with a straight body, very, very little rust other than a little bit in the rear fender wells. It is mostly all original, except for ignition coil, plug wires, battery etc. After we bought it, I drove about 2 hours back home without an issue, other than the alternator being a bit weak. I decided to do some homework on the Valiants, thus is how I found this site.
Thanks,
Rob & Jess
07-13-2012, 04:50 PM
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We'll get pics posted as soon as I get a chance to get them uploaded
look forward to learning more about building up our Mopar.
07-16-2012, 10:30 AM
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welcome
valiants diplomats newyorkers 5th aves though there 77- 86 all the same ive got a lot of em under my belt, but 63 good sturdy bodys lots of after market parts for em you can do alot of mods
valiants diplomats newyorkers 5th aves though there 77- 86 all the same ive got a lot of em under my belt, but 63 good sturdy bodys lots of after market parts for em you can do alot of mods
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07-16-2012, 12:37 PM
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Welcome to the forum.... Be sure to check out the Mopar of the Month contest.. See the sticky for the simple rules and then you can help choose the winner.... Might get some ideas for that Valiant project you and the Mrs. are undertaking......
07-16-2012, 12:48 PM
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Thanks! We'll definitely check it out
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