welcome, i had a 70 charger as a first car with the fastest 318 you every seen. well i thought so then but not so sure know lol. i do like mopar34's vega idea to. had one of those in a wagon big tire's 32x18.5 out back with a 4banger in it. it does sound like your mom is a great lady and stands behind you that's what hotrodding is all about...what ever you build good luck with it