[Amc-list] Rebel Station Wagon upgrades- Brakes, 4.0, Auto O/D

[Jesse <j2sax@xxxxxxxxx>]

OK, so it looks like my search for 71-73 Matador Wagon may end with a 67 Rebel Station Wagon.  It has a 258/auto but the front floorboards are shot due to sitting and water leaking through the vent system.  Some questions concerning upgrades.  

1.  I have a 4.0 with O/D auto from a Comanche.  Rather than modifying a 258, I think this would be a simpler effort to having EFI and an O/D trans.  So, how would a 4.0 do as far as output goes?  I have an 88 with a 99 intake and header.  

Of course, I could do the stroker thing and have plenty of power, at the expense of some mileage I expect.  

I also have a V8 crossmember... could do a 304 or 360.  I have never had a full size with 6 cyl, so you're experienced opinion is appreciated. 

2.  Since this has front discs, is it as easy to change out as the Solid rotor discs?  (unbolt the spindle/bracket from a later disc brake vehicle and bolt it up in place with rotors and calipers)  

3.  WHat is the best rear disc kit available for AMC 20 rears?  (at least I think it has an AMC 20... haven't checked that part out yet)

Thanks for your input
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