1963 Plymouth Fury
| James writes: This 1963 Plymouth Fury is a work in progress. The original owner (our late father) handed this Mopar down to me and I am in the process of an update/upgrade. I am looking to change the Poly 318 engine to a 4 barrel and need an intake manifold. I understand that factory cast iron intake might be better for a "normal - non racing application" but I also hear the aluminum intake runs cooler. I am also looking for aluminum valve covers, and looking to add A/C but I need the compressor mounting bracket(s). More to follow as work progresses! |
 out of storage |
Some photos of removing the Plymouth from the storage facility:
 out of storage |
 out of storage and on trailer |
Some photos of the Plymouth refreshed and back in the home garage:
 back in the home garage, passenger side, with new 15 inch wheels |
 back in the home garage showing off new MagnaFlow duals |
Would welcome helpful insights/advice!
Update June 2013
I am still working on my 1963 Fury. I expect refurbished dash and arm rests in July. I should receive the refurbished instrument cluster bezel next week.
Update January 2014
I have added a VintageAir a/c unit; restored the dash pads and arm rests ("Just Dashes") and replaced the steering wheel. Next I will be switching from a 2bbl to a 4bbl.
Update December 2014
Santa brought some presents to My Plymouth this year!
 Before: Factory stock Poly 318 engine |
 After: Poly 318 Engine with Poly Power chrome valve covers
and Wind Tunnel 4 barrel intake from Chrysler Power |
The new air cleaner is a K & N X-Treme Airflow 14 inch top, with chrome surround, 3 inch tall filter and drop base. I needed to do a little tweeking on the base to accommodate the electric choke on the Edelbrock 1406 four-barrel carburetor.
I also upgraded the alternator to 100 amps to accommodate a high volume radiator (with two fans) (now being installed) and the Vintage Air unit already on board.
Update January 2022
This project has been a long and arduous one. Restoration was "vendor dependent" and in some instances lengthy (upwards of a year in at least one case!).
But thanks to the 1962-1965 Mopar Website and the Vendor List | Swap Meet we were able to connect with individuals who supplied materials not available at the neighborhood car parts store.
While there are still a few minor tweaks, the work is mostly complete!
...And, at long last, here it is!
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The work included finishing / restoring the trunk. |
If I were to "roll credits" on this project, I would like to acknowledge Gary Pavlovich for his technical assistance and expertise,
beginning with his work on the "Wind tunnel" four barrel intake and his input on cam specifications, and more!
Lastly, work on the project was carried out by Gearhead Garage in Sacremento, CA.
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Thanks James! A perfect Mopar to stay in the family. Your dad had good taste in Mopars and I am sure you will take care of the Fury, as he would -- and have fun with the car as well.
Re 2022 update: Wow the Plymouth turned out great!
Gary H.
May 13, 2013; revised June 23, 2013; January 1, 2014; December 26, 2014; January 21, 2022
