Military you say, thank you for your service, my Dad 36 years Air Force, 30 years DOD QA, and me USMC Vet, Air Force Civ, DOD, NGA, Andrews AFB, MD, (I had to leave due to MS). We had a 1973 Barracuda, until 1995, my Dads' car given to me at 16, unfortunately the oil pump went out on the belt way and ceased the 318S, Dad sold it. That car was like a rocket, even the smaller 318, plenty of power, and a joy to drive, thank you for the video. May God bless? Semper Fi, Amen.
Keep the new content coming! Can’t get enough of Mopar E-Bodies Great job with your Cuda, love the parts list too. Looking forward to the Challenger build as well.
Thanks so much! Can't wait to tear into the Challenger as well. It'll get all the goodies the `Cuda has but we'll redeem ourselves by giving the Challenger nice paint as well haha!
Great story. I bought my project e body over 30 yrs ago like yourself with very little knowledge and know how. It sat in my garage on jack stands for decades as I saved and sweated to get it on the road. Labor of love no doubt.
That's awesome! We never hear stories from the "little guys" only the mass marketed big name shops. Stories like yours is what inspires people to work on their cars thanks!
Omg! This was my first car in 1975! I Loved it with a passion! I put L60's on back & Keystones all around. All I can say is... if only. Sold it after I had an accident with it. Young n dumb. So fun to see! Even tho yours is a racer. Thanks!
Thank so much for watching! Means a lot coming from a fellow gearhead. The `Cuda has seen quite a few changes since Big Muscle & the 73 Challenger will get the same treatment so stay tuned!
Beuatiful car man!! I'm building a 73 Challenger with the US CarTool level 2 chaasis stiffening and the QA1 coil over suspension. I hope to be out there carving up the roads with you someday. Keep building and more importantly keep driving those cars!!!
Thank you! The US Car Tool products are awesome & have a number of pieces for our 73 Challenger also. QA1 makes good stuff as well but haven't tried any of their parts yet. Good luck on your build!
@@RylisPro I used to have a 73 Cuda that was the same color of blue as yours. My project is a rolling shell right now so I have a long ways to go but coming across your videos has me inspired. Did you have to modify the rear at all to fit those tires?
@@TheSpaceBorn Your 73 Challenger build is further than mine. Ours has a bent passenger frame rail I still need to correct so you'll probably finish your Challenger before me haha! As for the rear the leaf springs are relocated 1.5 inches inward to provide clearance. The rear fenders are folded up as well as the front fenders to fit the 18x10.5 inch wheels all around. The key is the custom offset of the wheels to fit 315's on all four corners. Thanks!
Thank you very much! These E-bodies need to be driven on the racetracks where they belong. Glad you are building your awesome 71 `Cuda to be a monster as well!
Hey! It’s me with another alternator question. I could not quite see, but how much clearance do you have between the alternator and passenger side frame rail? Doesn’t look like you had to notch it.
The gap between the alternator & passenger side frame rail is quite close. About an inch or two inches if I remember correctly? its close but has plenty of clearance for engine movement. I didn't need to notch the frame rail at all. thanks!
How much do you think a well sorted out restomod would sell for . Ranges ? I found one with amazing paint and fully restored paint and interior for 35? Is that a good deal . It’s not original Hemi Cuda but it’s my First classic car I am looking to buy so I don’t know what’s a good deal .
It would would depend on a lot of factors just as what engine/transmission combo is installed, what model year it is, too many variables to say for an accurate number
Thanks so much! The shop is closed for the time being as we just had a newborn. The `Cuda & the rest of tools are all collecting dust haha! Enjoying the time with my son in the meantime...
The `Cuda runs on custom Forgeline GS1R wheels sized 18x10.5" & all four are mounted with BF Goodrich Rival S tires sized 315/30R-18's. I'm a Forgeline dealer & sell the wheels thanks!
@@RylisPro thanks dude. I just bought a cuda yesterday. 72 cuda. It's a BS23 actual Cuda car. The guy I bought it from gave me 2 340s with the car. I like how you built your Cuda, kind of like mad max. I'm going to do something similar and like to look to your Cuda for some direction and ideas. Alright I will be in touch about the rims once my bank account adds bank up again. The cuda drain it out. 2/5 San Mateo. Ooh- Rah devil dog.
@@jo-boo4455 hell yeah brother! Congrats on your `Cuda! This video I made of the 73 `Cuda pretty much has all the details on the car, but feel free ask if I can help with any questions!
I'm doing the same thing with a 1970 Challenger using the Hellephant engine and T6 Magnum plus a full Schwartz chassis. It is a lot of work but I love the series of tiny and large challenges that come my way and the satisfaction of troubleshooting and overcoming them. Great video and great job! Check out my build when you get a chance. ua-cam.com/video/Bh3uforJzUI/v-deo.html
Too bad you feel the need to use profanity as not only me but several other members of our club wanted to show your video to our kids. (Edited because this was said harsher than I intended) Remember, profanity "can be at times" the language of the ignorant.
I agree, bad habits are hard to get rid of as 4 years in the Marines is where I learned all my profane language from. I have a newborn son as well & need to watch my language around him as well... That being said, I still have my freedom of speech & my videos are intended for an adult audience. To make my videos without fully utilizing the English language, profanity included to emphasize my point of view, is just not my style... Maybe that does make me ignorant? Just like anyone I still have lots to learn. Thanks for watching my video & will re-consider the profanity in the future.
@@RylisPro Hey man, I apologize regarding the ignorant comment. That wasnt fair. I also first learned of your car years ago on another youtube channel. I totally get your plan of execution on your Cuda' and agree 110%. By the way I want to thank you for my and my families freedom. I'm guessing you get tired of hearing that. Who knows, Lord willing maybe you and I will meet someday at an event because I'm slowly building a 69 GTO as a daily driver/autocross car. Anyway, I really appreciate your consideration regarding swearing. I understand my position isnt very popular this day and age.
@@jasonmacneil2256 hey Jason no apologies needed. It never occurred to me that kids would end up watching any of my videos? I just figured that my channel is so small that no one would notice all the stupid stuff I do. I only realize the gravity of it as my Wife & I are new to this parenthood thing haha! We service members would never take the publics appreciation for granted as we wouldn't want our loved ones to experience whatever we went through. Please finish your GTO! We'll meet at a track, share some stories & have a few laughs... can't wait!
Bro I don't count builders cash flow. But paint or not this not a working class build. More like a 1% builders ride. This is easy a $100k+ build. Nice. 😉 Enjoy.
Yeah I have spent a ton of money on the `Cuda over the years through trial & error. Way too much if I'm honest & that was back in the day when parts were reasonable haha thanks!
There are plenty of Ebody groups on Facebook that would have better opinions on restomods & I would put up the photos on there to get a wider range of people to gauge the value of the car thanks!
Love the story. Thanks for your service best thing you ever got is that cuda. I got my 73 cuda in 1989 and still have it 😊
Military you say, thank you for your service, my Dad 36 years Air Force, 30 years DOD QA, and me USMC Vet, Air Force Civ, DOD, NGA, Andrews AFB, MD, (I had to leave due to MS). We had a 1973 Barracuda, until 1995, my Dads' car given to me at 16, unfortunately the oil pump went out on the belt way and ceased the 318S, Dad sold it. That car was like a rocket, even the smaller 318, plenty of power, and a joy to drive, thank you for the video. May God bless? Semper Fi, Amen.
@duanebogan3836 thank you for you & your Father's service!
Nice looking car!
Thank you! Needs paint haha!
Thanks for the informative video of your great Cuda build.
Anytime Jackson! Stay tuned for the 73 Challenger build. Similar to the `Cuda but this time with more knowledge & money haha!
Keep the new content coming!
Can’t get enough of Mopar E-Bodies
Great job with your Cuda, love the parts list too.
Looking forward to the Challenger build as well.
Thanks so much! Can't wait to tear into the Challenger as well. It'll get all the goodies the `Cuda has but we'll redeem ourselves by giving the Challenger nice paint as well haha!
I can’t get enough of these E-bodies either. I’d like to have mine setup similar to this one.
@@pawcmotorsports8722 nice 71! We will be building the 73 Challenger & documenting the entire process. Hopefully the future videos will help you out!
@@RylisPro I’ll be following the build.
I love evrything about this car!
Thank you! The `Cuda has a few minor leaks I need to fix, but will be back on the road soon!
Great story. I bought my project e body over 30 yrs ago like yourself with very little knowledge and know how. It sat in my garage on jack stands for decades as I saved and sweated to get it on the road. Labor of love no doubt.
That's awesome! We never hear stories from the "little guys" only the mass marketed big name shops. Stories like yours is what inspires people to work on their cars thanks!
Where is your cuda at now?
Omg! This was my first car in 1975! I Loved it with a passion! I put L60's on back & Keystones all around. All I can say is... if only. Sold it after I had an accident with it. Young n dumb.
So fun to see! Even tho yours is a racer. Thanks!
Having a `Cuda brand new must have been an awesome experience! Thank you for watching!
dope video keep up the great content
Thank you for watching! I'm busy raising my newborn son right now & not able to make videos, but will make more soon enough!
I’m so glad you replied to me on the big muscle video of your car! This thing is sweet. One of the best ‘cudas on UA-cam
Thank so much for watching! Means a lot coming from a fellow gearhead. The `Cuda has seen quite a few changes since Big Muscle & the 73 Challenger will get the same treatment so stay tuned!
Very informative! Keep the data flowing.
Thanks! We'll be documenting the 73 Challenger build as well so stay tuned!
Beuatiful car man!! I'm building a 73 Challenger with the US CarTool level 2 chaasis stiffening and the QA1 coil over suspension. I hope to be out there carving up the roads with you someday. Keep building and more importantly keep driving those cars!!!
Thank you! The US Car Tool products are awesome & have a number of pieces for our 73 Challenger also. QA1 makes good stuff as well but haven't tried any of their parts yet. Good luck on your build!
@@RylisPro I used to have a 73 Cuda that was the same color of blue as yours. My project is a rolling shell right now so I have a long ways to go but coming across your videos has me inspired. Did you have to modify the rear at all to fit those tires?
@@TheSpaceBorn Your 73 Challenger build is further than mine. Ours has a bent passenger frame rail I still need to correct so you'll probably finish your Challenger before me haha! As for the rear the leaf springs are relocated 1.5 inches inward to provide clearance. The rear fenders are folded up as well as the front fenders to fit the 18x10.5 inch wheels all around. The key is the custom offset of the wheels to fit 315's on all four corners. Thanks!
Loved this car since the first time I saw it on mike mustos show!
Thank you very much! I cut out of my college class just to film that day haha!
Awesome!!
Thanks!
Hell ya great video .. gave me some good ideas
Thank you! Hopefully the `Cuda inspires more people to build their cars their own way as well!
Yes! One of my favorite G3 swaps. NoF's given!
Tried my best not to haha!
So bad ass!
Thanks Brent!
Awesome video! I hope to get my 71 to where your cuda is.
Thank you very much! These E-bodies need to be driven on the racetracks where they belong. Glad you are building your awesome 71 `Cuda to be a monster as well!
@@RylisPro heck yeah! I’m taking my 71 to our first 2022 scca event May 16th.
Hey! It’s me with another alternator question. I could not quite see, but how much clearance do you have between the alternator and passenger side frame rail? Doesn’t look like you had to notch it.
The gap between the alternator & passenger side frame rail is quite close. About an inch or two inches if I remember correctly? its close but has plenty of clearance for engine movement. I didn't need to notch the frame rail at all. thanks!
@@RylisPro thanks for getting back to me. I’m probably just going to order the pre made one from bouchillion. 👍🏼
How much do you think a well sorted out restomod would sell for . Ranges ? I found one with amazing paint and fully restored paint and interior for 35? Is that a good deal . It’s not original Hemi Cuda but it’s my First classic car I am looking to buy so I don’t know what’s a good deal .
It would would depend on a lot of factors just as what engine/transmission combo is installed, what model year it is, too many variables to say for an accurate number
I have a 1970
426 hemispherical
1700HP supercharged
5 speed banger
Very nice indeed!
@@RylisPro yup it sure is
Love it. Got a shop ?
Thanks so much! The shop is closed for the time being as we just had a newborn. The `Cuda & the rest of tools are all collecting dust haha! Enjoying the time with my son in the meantime...
What size are the rims and tires?? I like those rims, you know where you got them at or name and brand?
The `Cuda runs on custom Forgeline GS1R wheels sized 18x10.5" & all four are mounted with BF Goodrich Rival S tires sized 315/30R-18's. I'm a Forgeline dealer & sell the wheels thanks!
@@RylisPro thanks dude. I just bought a cuda yesterday. 72 cuda. It's a BS23 actual Cuda car. The guy I bought it from gave me 2 340s with the car. I like how you built your Cuda, kind of like mad max. I'm going to do something similar and like to look to your Cuda for some direction and ideas. Alright I will be in touch about the rims once my bank account adds bank up again. The cuda drain it out. 2/5 San Mateo. Ooh- Rah devil dog.
If I can figure out how to send some pics of my cuda I will.
@@jo-boo4455 hell yeah brother! Congrats on your `Cuda! This video I made of the 73 `Cuda pretty much has all the details on the car, but feel free ask if I can help with any questions!
@@jo-boo4455 I would just make an Instagram for your 72 `Cuda haha!
I'm doing the same thing with a 1970 Challenger using the Hellephant engine and T6 Magnum plus a full Schwartz chassis. It is a lot of work but I love the series of tiny and large challenges that come my way and the satisfaction of troubleshooting and overcoming them. Great video and great job! Check out my build when you get a chance. ua-cam.com/video/Bh3uforJzUI/v-deo.html
Thanks! Sounds like a great build as well look forward to seeing your progress!
THat is going to be one hell of a car!!!!
LS Swap
Oh HELL NO! I'd rather chop my balls off than go LS... All aluminum 426 Gen 3 Hemi swaps forever!
Too bad you feel the need to use profanity as not only me but several other members of our club wanted to show your video to our kids. (Edited because this was said harsher than I intended) Remember, profanity "can be at times" the language of the ignorant.
I agree, bad habits are hard to get rid of as 4 years in the Marines is where I learned all my profane language from. I have a newborn son as well & need to watch my language around him as well... That being said, I still have my freedom of speech & my videos are intended for an adult audience. To make my videos without fully utilizing the English language, profanity included to emphasize my point of view, is just not my style... Maybe that does make me ignorant? Just like anyone I still have lots to learn. Thanks for watching my video & will re-consider the profanity in the future.
@@RylisPro Hey man, I apologize regarding the ignorant comment. That wasnt fair. I also first learned of your car years ago on another youtube channel. I totally get your plan of execution on your Cuda' and agree 110%. By the way I want to thank you for my and my families freedom. I'm guessing you get tired of hearing that. Who knows, Lord willing maybe you and I will meet someday at an event because I'm slowly building a 69 GTO as a daily driver/autocross car. Anyway, I really appreciate your consideration regarding swearing. I understand my position isnt very popular this day and age.
@@jasonmacneil2256 hey Jason no apologies needed. It never occurred to me that kids would end up watching any of my videos? I just figured that my channel is so small that no one would notice all the stupid stuff I do. I only realize the gravity of it as my Wife & I are new to this parenthood thing haha! We service members would never take the publics appreciation for granted as we wouldn't want our loved ones to experience whatever we went through. Please finish your GTO! We'll meet at a track, share some stories & have a few laughs... can't wait!
Bro I don't count builders cash flow. But paint or not this not a working class build. More like a 1% builders ride. This is easy a $100k+ build. Nice. 😉 Enjoy.
Yeah I have spent a ton of money on the `Cuda over the years through trial & error. Way too much if I'm honest & that was back in the day when parts were reasonable haha thanks!
NICE megasquirt EFI, I used to date a girl that had a nice MEGASQUIRT!...Beautiful Cuda..as theyre getting harder to find these days!
Girls with megasquirts are few & far between, but once you find one make sure to enjoy the ride!
If I could get your email to send you photos so I could get your opinion before I buy , I would appreciate that . I am also on Facebook
There are plenty of Ebody groups on Facebook that would have better opinions on restomods & I would put up the photos on there to get a wider range of people to gauge the value of the car thanks!