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    Offline 7071 challenger

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    Re: 71 Challenger R/T project
    « Reply #30 on: December 23, 2012 - 09:59:49 AM »
    Quote from: KillerBee on December 21, 2012 - 01:58:37 PM
    Looks GREAT! :thumbsup:.

    The color decision is always a "grass is greener on the other side" situation.

    Coming from someone who owns 2 Plum Crazy 1971 R/T Challengers. :cheers:
    Thanks KillerBee. Nice Challengers!!!  Is there an engine in the one with rallye wheels? The front looks high.

    Robert
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    Re: 71 Challenger R/T project
    « Reply #31 on: December 23, 2012 - 02:08:52 PM »
    Quote from: 7071 challenger on December 23, 2012 - 09:59:49 AM
    Thanks KillerBee. Nice Challengers!!!  Is there an engine in the one with rallye wheels? The front looks high.

    Robert


    Those pics of the cars are older.
    Both cars(one mine, one is my wife's) were without engines at the time.

    Mine is a 4 speed, the wife's is an automatic.

    I'm doing a different type restoration on my car as I went through the engine and drivetrain, installed it in the car and am working on getting everything tuned and running perfect before messing with the body and paint.
    I have a bad habit of scratching things while leaning over the fenders to work on the engine. :crying:

    I did strip and paint the rust free engine compartment before installing the engine/tranny.

    I got the 440 Six Pack installed in mine and running/driving this last summer but it needs more tinkering and assembly.

    I'm also going to lower the car and change wheels and tires (Santa brought the new wheels already, pic below)

    I hope to get the 440 Six Pack installed in my wife's next summer.


    Here's a video of my car running...I still need to install the car's correct black R/T tail light surrounds.












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    Offline GranCuda1970

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    Re: 71 Challenger R/T project
    « Reply #32 on: December 23, 2012 - 02:16:39 PM »
    Beautiful car , nice wheels and sounds great.  :cooldancing:
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    Re: 71 Challenger R/T project
    « Reply #33 on: December 23, 2012 - 04:15:46 PM »
    Car looks nice....Coming from the owner of a FC7 71 Challenger....You should have stuck to GY3...I'd be crazy excited if my 71 was curious yellow....but like said above...to each their own...keep up the great work...
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    Re: 71 Challenger R/T project
    « Reply #34 on: December 30, 2012 - 07:19:10 PM »
    Three more pics. Final preparation before paint. My body man said he should paint it wednesday, (January 2nd), and than, a couple of days for final buffing. and finally, bring it back home for re-assembly!!!   

    Robert
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    Re: 71 Challenger R/T project
    « Reply #35 on: December 30, 2012 - 07:35:12 PM »
    Quote from: GranCuda1970 on December 23, 2012 - 02:16:39 PM
    Beautiful car , nice wheels and sounds great.  :cooldancing:

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    1970 Plymouth 'Cuda.  Matching numbers 440 U Code, 4 speed pistol grip, Rallye dash, AM 8 Track, Shaker hood, 15 inch rallye wheels, Dana 60 4.10, Super Track Pak.  One of 134 - 440 "U" coupes codes built in 1970 and one of 100 - 440 Super Track Paks built in 1970.

    Restoration pictures at:  http://spanks4thememory.smugmug.com/Cars/70-Cuda/7240639_M24oi#465274575_2MBqW
    (Edited 8-1-17)

    "usraptr" = United States raptor - bird of prey = United States Bald Eagle.  FYI, somebody else thought of it first so I had to drop the "O" in raptor.

    Offline 7071 challenger

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    Re: 71 Challenger R/T project
    « Reply #36 on: January 05, 2013 - 09:35:34 AM »
    Hi Everyone...

    Car was finally painted january 2nd. That's the only pic I have, (so far), sent by my body man. Car needs buffing, and then, I'll bring it back home. By the way, I am still looking for the wide hood/fenders moldings, (code M28). Happy new year to all!

    Robert
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    Re: 71 Challenger R/T project
    « Reply #37 on: January 05, 2013 - 09:45:28 AM »
    Member YYZ has some for sale, moldings that is.

    My FC7 71 R/T is at the paint shop right now too, seeing your car makes me anxious  :droolingbounce:
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    Re: 71 Challenger R/T project
    « Reply #38 on: January 05, 2013 - 09:55:03 AM »
    congrats man !  now thats a nice way to start the year  :2thumbs:
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    Re: 71 Challenger R/T project
    « Reply #39 on: January 05, 2013 - 12:10:48 PM »
    Quote from: anlauto on January 05, 2013 - 09:45:28 AM
    Member YYZ has some for sale, moldings that is.

    My FC7 71 R/T is at the paint shop right now too, seeing your car makes me anxious  :droolingbounce:
    www.alangallantautomotiverestoration.com
    Yes, I know. I e-mailed him many times and he doesn't reply... :'(  Oh well...

    YYZ, if you read this, I am really interested in your moldings, (the replated set). Please, send me pics at bobbeat@videotron.ca

    Robert
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    Re: 71 Challenger R/T project
    « Reply #40 on: January 05, 2013 - 07:54:44 PM »
    Quote from: 7071 challenger on January 05, 2013 - 09:35:34 AM
    Hi Everyone...

    Car was finally painted january 2nd. That's the only pic I have, (so far), sent by my body man. Car needs buffing, and then, I'll bring it back home. By the way, I am still looking for the wide hood/fenders moldings, (code M28). Happy new year to all!

    Robert

    The car is looking great!!
    I found this NOS set on Ebay.

    http://www.ebay.com/itm/MOPAR-NOS-1971-Challenger-wide-hood-chrome-molding-set-3579536-hood-342984-5-/360551281483?pt=Vintage_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item53f287f34b&vxp=mtr
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    Re: 71 Challenger R/T project
    « Reply #41 on: January 21, 2013 - 09:13:54 PM »
    Hello everyone...

    The car came back home january 11 and I started to install a few parts on it.  The first week-end, I installed a few components under the hood, and the clutch/ brake pedals assemble, (with the brake booster). I am converting it to four speed, (was automatic) and I am addiding power disc brake, (came manual drums). Note the 1970 brake booster. I know it's not the right one for the car, but I had it for free from a good friend of mine, so, it's ok...LOL.  Last week-end, i re-installes side glasses with the mecanisns. Not a fun job, but it has to be done. Still have to adjust everything, but I need to install the drip rubber first.  Note the chrome  mirrors...  Next on the list is the headliner... Here are a few pics.

    Robert
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    Re: 71 Challenger R/T project
    « Reply #42 on: January 21, 2013 - 09:19:29 PM »
    Here's the one with glasses and mirror...

    Robert
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    Re: 71 Challenger R/T project
    « Reply #43 on: January 22, 2013 - 09:58:27 PM »
    Car looks great! Congrats on the progress you will be cruising soon enough, and i think what you are doing with the drivetrain and color swap is awesome. You building it the way you want and i am sure it will be everything you want it to be and more! Enjoy yourself and keep posting the updates >>
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    Re: 71 Challenger R/T project
    « Reply #44 on: January 29, 2013 - 08:04:13 PM »
    nice car robert hope to see in car show in summer 2013 in quebec  :2thumbs:
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