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Mopar B-Body Restoration: 1966-1970
This book offers an in-depth resource for restoring a Mopar B-Body. Step-by-step processes walk you through the tasks of metal repair, suspension rebuild, driveline verification, interior restoration, and more. All components are addressed, creating the most complete resource in the marketplace.
With multiple step-by-step procedures and more than 400 color photographs, this is the most-complete hands-on book ever written covering these coveted Chryslers. This will be your primary resource when it's time to tackle a full restoration or complete a simple repair on your prized Pentastar. You won't find a cheaper "part" that helps you more than Mopar B-Body Restoration 1966-1970.
Acknowledgments
About the Authors
Preface
Introduction
Chapter 1:
Getting Started
Not All Cars Are Created Equal
Dollars and Sense
Know Your Skills
Start Shopping for a Shop
Work Area
Do Your Research
Inspection Details
Restoration Levels
Chapter 2:
Identity Documents
Broadcast Sheet
Certicard
Window Sticker or Dealer Invoice
What Is Numbers Matching?
Fender Tag
VIN Locations
Conclusion
Chapter 3:
Disassembly
Organize Your Parts
Some Materials Require Special Handling
Powertrain and Suspension
Parts Cleaning
Chapter 4:
Bodywork
Rust! It’s a Dirty Word!
Stripping to Bare Metal
Condition Assessment
Patch Installation
Subframe Repair
Floorpan Patch
Roof Skin Replacement
Quarter Panel Replacement
Quarter Panel Installation
Door Hinge Rebuild
Wheel-Opening Molding Installation
Chapter 5:
Paint Prep and Painting
Pulling Out Dents
Body Filler Basics
Primed and Ready
Paint Types
Paint Booth
Vehicle Preparation
How the Factory Did It
Painting Your Car Body
Interior Color
Grille Blackout
Body Stripes
Emblems and Decals
Vinyl Tops
Inner Fender Masking
Polyurethane Underbody Painting
Undercoating Application
Cowl Painting
Wet Sanding
Paint Buffing
Chapter 6:
Suspension Overview
Rebuilding a Front Suspension
Upper Control Arms
Lower Control Arms
Brake System
Leaf Springs
Steering System
Chapter 7:
Powertrain
Type of Restoration
383/440 Strategy
Engine Assembly
Engine Painting
Engine Installation
Transmission
Rear-End Rebuild
Chapter 8:
Miscellaneous Mechanicals
Wiper Motor
Grille 130 Trim Repair
Re-Chroming
Phosphating
Weatherstrip
Windows
Rear Window Trim 1968–1970
Fresh-Air Induction
Non-A/C Heater Box
Interior
Headliner
Electrical
Dashboard
Chapter 9:
Detailing and Showing Your Car
A Detail Job Worthy of Judging
Show Venues
Source Guide
This book offers an in-depth resource for restoring a Mopar B-Body. Step-by-step processes walk you through the tasks of metal repair, suspension rebuild, driveline verification, interior restoration, and more. All components are addressed, creating the most complete resource in the marketplace.
With multiple step-by-step procedures and more than 400 color photographs, this is the most-complete hands-on book ever written covering these coveted Chryslers. This will be your primary resource when it's time to tackle a full restoration or complete a simple repair on your prized Pentastar. You won't find a cheaper "part" that helps you more than Mopar B-Body Restoration 1966-1970.
Acknowledgments
About the Authors
Preface
Introduction
Chapter 1:
Getting Started
Not All Cars Are Created Equal
Dollars and Sense
Know Your Skills
Start Shopping for a Shop
Work Area
Do Your Research
Inspection Details
Restoration Levels
Chapter 2:
Identity Documents
Broadcast Sheet
Certicard
Window Sticker or Dealer Invoice
What Is Numbers Matching?
Fender Tag
VIN Locations
Conclusion
Chapter 3:
Disassembly
Organize Your Parts
Some Materials Require Special Handling
Powertrain and Suspension
Parts Cleaning
Chapter 4:
Bodywork
Rust! It’s a Dirty Word!
Stripping to Bare Metal
Condition Assessment
Patch Installation
Subframe Repair
Floorpan Patch
Roof Skin Replacement
Quarter Panel Replacement
Quarter Panel Installation
Door Hinge Rebuild
Wheel-Opening Molding Installation
Chapter 5:
Paint Prep and Painting
Pulling Out Dents
Body Filler Basics
Primed and Ready
Paint Types
Paint Booth
Vehicle Preparation
How the Factory Did It
Painting Your Car Body
Interior Color
Grille Blackout
Body Stripes
Emblems and Decals
Vinyl Tops
Inner Fender Masking
Polyurethane Underbody Painting
Undercoating Application
Cowl Painting
Wet Sanding
Paint Buffing
Chapter 6:
Suspension Overview
Rebuilding a Front Suspension
Upper Control Arms
Lower Control Arms
Brake System
Leaf Springs
Steering System
Chapter 7:
Powertrain
Type of Restoration
383/440 Strategy
Engine Assembly
Engine Painting
Engine Installation
Transmission
Rear-End Rebuild
Chapter 8:
Miscellaneous Mechanicals
Wiper Motor
Grille 130 Trim Repair
Re-Chroming
Phosphating
Weatherstrip
Windows
Rear Window Trim 1968–1970
Fresh-Air Induction
Non-A/C Heater Box
Interior
Headliner
Electrical
Dashboard
Chapter 9:
Detailing and Showing Your Car
A Detail Job Worthy of Judging
Show Venues
Source Guide
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