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    Offline thedodgeboys

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    70 Challenger Convertible 6.1 Hemi NEWBIE
    « on: January 19, 2008 - 02:31:16 PM »
    Ok newbie intro…    :blah:
    70 challenger convertible in Kansas City area…
    Car started life as a 383 auto with air and SE molding and RT options (boy that chrome is hard to find)
    Painted it 3 years ago viper race yellow ,black top and interior,
    I am installing a 6.1 hemi with a 5 speed, Alterktion front suspension and coil over rear from AirRide.
    Motor been in and out several times working out all the little mods… using Mopar AEM ECU and wiring.
    I guess its pro-Turing or restomod or whatever the new buzz word of the day is…
    Factory AC box adapted to the new stuff, Mod, adapt and more modifying of parts…
    I am using a 727 for startup & setup, and then adding the 5speed. Some frame stiffing with sub frame connectors and bracing. So far any way….
    I have already encountered much kindness and a willingness to help.
    THANK YOU TO ALL ON CUDA-CHALLENGER.com
    « Last Edit: January 19, 2008 - 02:37:15 PM by thedodgeboys »
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    Offline go-fish

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    Re: 70 Challenger Convertible 6.1 Hemi NEWBIE
    « Reply #1 on: January 19, 2008 - 02:57:12 PM »
    Looks like you are close to completion. I bet you are counting down the days till good weather.
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    Offline Black340

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    Re: 70 Challenger Convertible 6.1 Hemi NEWBIE
    « Reply #2 on: January 19, 2008 - 03:29:59 PM »
    Welcome..looking foward to see more pics :2thumbs:
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    Offline scf100

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    Re: 70 Challenger Convertible 6.1 Hemi NEWBIE
    « Reply #3 on: January 19, 2008 - 04:01:54 PM »
    should be a neat ride when done!
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    Offline thedodgeboys

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    Re: 70 Challenger Convertible 6.1 Hemi NEWBIE
    « Reply #4 on: January 19, 2008 - 04:05:30 PM »
     :useless:  :picture:
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    Offline 71340RT

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    Re: 70 Challenger Convertible 6.1 Hemi NEWBIE
    « Reply #5 on: January 19, 2008 - 04:52:28 PM »
    Looks like your on your way to on nice ride. If you have not started a posting under Member's restoration projects you need to. Thanks for the pictures.
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    Offline bb71challenger

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    Re: 70 Challenger Convertible 6.1 Hemi NEWBIE
    « Reply #6 on: January 19, 2008 - 04:56:54 PM »
    Beautiful car man. That is going to be something else when its done. I never get tired of looking at all the wonderful project cars.
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    Offline ragtopdodge

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    Re: 70 Challenger Convertible 6.1 Hemi NEWBIE
    « Reply #7 on: January 19, 2008 - 05:26:31 PM »
    That doesn't look like an Alterkation underneath that 6.1L.
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    Offline hemiken

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    Re: 70 Challenger Convertible 6.1 Hemi NEWBIE
    « Reply #8 on: January 19, 2008 - 05:50:18 PM »
    Just got to love those rag top Mopar E-bodys. :drool:
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    Offline Street_Challenged73

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    Re: 70 Challenger Convertible 6.1 Hemi NEWBIE
    « Reply #9 on: January 19, 2008 - 05:57:24 PM »
    Welcome to the site! :wave:  Your project looks awesome and will be very cool when it's back on the streets tearing it up!!! :grinyes:  So did you go with a larger cam or keep it to factory specifications?  Either way, I'm sure it'll be a blast to get good gas mileage and have all that power on tap. :thumbsup:
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    Offline Jacksboys

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    Re: 70 Challenger Convertible 6.1 Hemi NEWBIE
    « Reply #10 on: January 19, 2008 - 05:59:29 PM »
    Welcome to the site.   :2thumbs:
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    Re: 70 Challenger Convertible 6.1 Hemi NEWBIE
    « Reply #11 on: January 19, 2008 - 06:04:10 PM »
    Quote from: ragtopchally on January 19, 2008 - 05:26:31 PM
    That doesn't look like an Alterkation underneath that 6.1L.

    no its the original K frame I started with and discovered I needed to change directions.  :bricks1:

    I will post new photos soon. I just wanted to get some pictures posted.
    I will be starting a section in the  resoration project area soon also.
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    Offline Confederate Cuda

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    Re: 70 Challenger Convertible 6.1 Hemi NEWBIE
    « Reply #12 on: January 19, 2008 - 06:45:02 PM »
    Welcome to the site. Just a word of advice about mocking up with a 727 and then trying to change to a 5 speed. If you are going to use a Tremec (Kiesler TKO600) or something like that you need to mock the car up with it attached as you will most likely have to cut the tunnel hump. If you are going to use a stock 883 there should be no problem.
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    Offline JayBee

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    Re: 70 Challenger Convertible 6.1 Hemi NEWBIE
    « Reply #13 on: January 19, 2008 - 06:49:25 PM »
    Welcome to cc.com, your convertible will really be a head turner.
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    Re: 70 Challenger Convertible 6.1 Hemi NEWBIE
    « Reply #14 on: January 19, 2008 - 07:49:36 PM »
    looks like a great project  :2thumbs:
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