EYE CANDY …70 challenger 6.1 Hemi & 6-speed updated 6-29 video from Hot Rod

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The plan calls for a 6.1 hemi , a 5 speed, Alterktion front suspension and coil over rear from AirRide\RMS. :cooldancing:
The Hemi’s been in and out several times working out all the little mods… Bugs… you know the usual stuff.  :working:
 I am using the Mopar AEM ECU and wiring it’s pretty straight forward (until I get to the tuning) :chatting:
I am using a 727 for startup & setup, and then adding the 5 speed. :misbehaving: Some frame stiffening with sub frame connectors and bracing.  So far any way…
I should have the Alterktion in for the last time by next weekend.  :swaying:
There are several post with similar setups I hope we can help each other out… :worshippy I know I will welcome all input and advice anyone wishes to share.

So please post here or email me what you can. Thank you.
Thank You
Scott :bigshades:
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Re: EYE CANDY … 6.1 Hemi Challenger Convertible
« Reply #1 on: January 20, 2008 - 06:49:33 PM »
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« Reply #2 on: January 20, 2008 - 07:39:08 PM »
looking very nice so far, great attention to detail
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Re: EYE CANDY … 6.1 Hemi Challenger Convertible
« Reply #3 on: January 20, 2008 - 07:44:20 PM »
Scott your lookin' good, I'm really intested to know how your front suspension turns out. I think it make a great addition to NIKKI. Keep us all posted!!!  :2thumbs:  :burnout:
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Re: EYE CANDY … 6.1 Hemi Challenger Convertible
« Reply #4 on: January 20, 2008 - 07:54:28 PM »
thanks I am also curious I hope its not a wast of money :money:
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Re: EYE CANDY … 6.1 Hemi Challenger Convertible
« Reply #5 on: January 20, 2008 - 08:50:06 PM »
SWEET!  :2thumbs:
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Re: EYE CANDY … 6.1 Hemi Challenger Convertible
« Reply #6 on: January 20, 2008 - 10:20:52 PM »
Looking good!   

But, you've got big brass ones to be rolling the car around on that jack-stand/roller cart (second to the last pic) deal.

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Re: EYE CANDY … 6.1 Hemi Challenger Convertible
« Reply #7 on: January 20, 2008 - 10:29:43 PM »
Hi Scott,

Glad to see you started your own restoration thread.  Your car is awesome.  You should post the pictures you sent to me.  They were great.

Can I ask what the sound deadening materials you used and where you got it?  Is it easy to install?  I'll be putting it in my car in Phase 2 of my build.

Thanks.  John

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Re: EYE CANDY … 6.1 Hemi Challenger Convertible
« Reply #8 on: January 20, 2008 - 10:32:04 PM »
She is a beauty. What is the yellow, it is brighter than what i would expect top banana to be. I like it, great job. :woohoo:

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Re: EYE CANDY … 6.1 Hemi Challenger Convertible
« Reply #9 on: January 20, 2008 - 10:37:20 PM »
That looks awesome!!! :cheers:
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Re: EYE CANDY … 6.1 Hemi Challenger Convertible
« Reply #10 on: January 20, 2008 - 11:26:26 PM »
Keep us posted. Your car is looking good!!!  :cheers:
I think we out to start on sticky thread on the new hemi swaps/pro-touring tips. Seems like a few of us are going that route.

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Re: EYE CANDY … 6.1 Hemi Challenger Convertible
« Reply #11 on: January 20, 2008 - 11:30:14 PM »
This project looks great and keep the pictures coming.


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Re: EYE CANDY … 6.1 Hemi Challenger Convertible
« Reply #12 on: January 21, 2008 - 07:11:02 AM »
 :iagree: Nice.....me like....rrrrr :)
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Re: EYE CANDY … 6.1 Hemi Challenger Convertible
« Reply #13 on: January 21, 2008 - 07:45:54 AM »
I Like Candy :cooldancing:

I Like Candy :cooldancing:
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Re: EYE CANDY … 6.1 Hemi Challenger Convertible
« Reply #14 on: January 21, 2008 - 08:56:42 AM »
Thanks all...

Hi Scott,

Glad to see you started your own restoration thread.  Your car is awesome.  You should post the pictures you sent to me.  They were great.

Can I ask what the sound deadening materials you used and where you got it?  Is it easy to install?  I'll be putting it in my car in Phase 2 of my build.

Thanks.  John

Of course you can… Its Dynamat  and Hushmat I ran out(so did the store) so I had to mix it up.
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Looking good!  

But, you've got big brass ones to be rolling the car around on that jack-stand/roller cart (second to the last pic) deal.

Yah…. I only did that once getting it over the garage lip was scary…. :22yikes:


She is a beauty. What is the yellow, it is brighter than what i would expect top banana to be. I like it, great job. :woohoo:


Thanks It really pops in the sun… its Viper Race Yellow I wanted a brighter modern color(but I had to keep it in the family).

Pictures … Pictures….Ok you asked for it… :picture:
photo #26 Some adjusting of the motor mount, as you can see I added a notch for the 6.1 factory headers to clear.
In # 25 I tried to show were some grinding was needed for a little clearance for the 95 and up 5.2 magnum starter to clear the block.
 # 21 & 22 shows were I mounted the AEM ECU.   
enjoy... your candy hemiken

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