Russell T. Neyhart wrote:
> 1) I found listings for 3-syncro, 4-syncro, etc... bodyshells. What's
> the difference between them, other than the trans. has a different number of
> syncros? I thought there was an early (to narrow to fit the V8), and a late
> style.
The transmission tunnel was widened around 67 to accomodate the wider
four-synchro gearbox. I think the engine bay was widened in 74 1/2 to
accomodate the V-8, and different engine mounts for the 1800 were used from then
on. I've heard that all bodyshells have the wider engine bay, but I could be
mistaken.
> 2) In the Moss catalog, there was a listing and photo of a nice top/hood
> that was said to be similar to the ones (in construction) to German ones.
> Does this mean that they have more substantial insulation, etc... than the
> stock type? Also, it stated that they fit '71 and on. Was '70/'71 a
> changeover year in the design of the body, or just the top/hood?
Just the top/hood design changed then, and I think the later one is
more-desirable. However, if you use that top, you must buy the top frame for
that year. The German-style "cabriolet" tops have insulation and a padded
headliner, both of which the factory-style tops lack. The cabrio tops cost a
lot more as well.
> 3) What has anyone done that they liked, or disliked, to their B, as far
> as engine, suspension, or braking modifications?
Can't help ya there; my 76 is stock other than the addition of a front anti-sway
bar.
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Tyson Sherman
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