Noob needs your advice!!

[ChargerJake]

Hey guys, I'm Jake, and I just joined last week or so.  I've been wanting a Charger for years now, and it looks like my dream may soon be a reality.  I have a co-worker who brought me to his friends house, who's got a '68 Charger for sale- ALL ORIGINAL, sits waiting for some resto love!

I hope to buy it from him within the next couple months, but it's got a 318.  I plan on keeping the 318, but putting a 440 in the car.  I'd love to have a 440-6 pack.   My questions are;

What would I have to change/ add to a stock 440 to accomplish this?

Would I need to do anything different with the tranny?  (I'm not sure what the tranny is, probably a 727?)

Anything else I would have to take into consideration? 

I have little knowledge of restoring a car, and what little I know is from books, this forum, research, etc.  Nothing hands on.  I know, I have one hell of a undertaking in store for me!  Any info provided would be greatly appreciated!!!

Thanks

[Crazy440]

These might get you started.  Give ya an idea of what things cost. I'm sure others will jump in and explain about  the pistons, rods and stuff.  You'll also need a big block tranny. Alot of very knowledgeable people here, who can take you through the whole process.

http://www.engine-swaps.com/

http://chucker54.stores.yahoo.net/edelbrock5.html
Scroll down for 6pac manifold

http://chucker54.stores.yahoo.net/moppersixpak.html
This has the carbs, linkage, throttle cables, ect.

Crazy

[myk]

Since the pinnacle of your future plans involves the 440, make sure that the current transmission is a 727, or be prepared to buy that also...

[General_01]

You will have to buy a Big Block tranny regardless, so you WILL be getting a new transmission too.

[ChargerJake]

Outstanding....I'll have plenty to keep me busy while the body is out for body shop/ paint work.  Thanks guys!

[4402tuff4u]

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[deputycrawford]

http://aandatrans.com/ Check out this web site for your trans questions and needs. You will need 440 mounts and a wiring harness from http://yearone.com/ or someone like this. If you plan from the beginning, it will be very close to just a plug and play build. The K-frames were the same from the 318 to the 440. Make sure you get a complete 440 with all the brackets and accessories. That will be a huge help.