Herbmiester 923 Report post Posted March 30, 2020 Couldn't resit it, will be a big money pit no doubt but I do love them. 9 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Olaf 3317 Report post Posted March 30, 2020 Excellent, John! Is the bodywork mostly done? I see it has a half cage in it. What's the drivetrain going to be - and what are you going to build it as? If you don't already have a copy, Gary Bridger's 'Hey Charger!' will be required reading. I met Gary a couple of years ago at a swap meet near Pukekohe, we was a very nice bloke. More pics required. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Herbmiester 923 Report post Posted March 31, 2020 At this stage the Engine and trans will be 3rd Gen Hemi with a 5 speed auto, maybe a T56 but I see this as more of a cruiser. I have Garys book, great read. I will most likjely do a rack and pinion conversion and some for of big brake upgrade. Rear end is a Dana 60 so big HP will be no trouble. I has had some tin worm and it is in the process of having new sheet metal put into the floors. Comes with Grill, Dash, door cards etc. 3 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sweetm3 180 Report post Posted March 31, 2020 Subscribe ? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Driftit 2078 Report post Posted March 31, 2020 Not going to modernise it? Friend of mine is just finishing off his 2 owner 69 Camaro with a 600hp LS3 from a Pontiac G8 (Holden). Huge amount of work done in the US while we were at the Embassy. Car might already be back in NZ. Nelson based. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Herbmiester 923 Report post Posted March 31, 2020 Yes will likely have a Gen3 Hemi V8 and rack and pinion steering. 69 Camaro's are lovely looking cars, like the E Body Mopars one of the best looking muscle cars ever. I personally think the Charger is the best looking Aussie Muscle car but do have a soft Spot for XB Falcon Coupes and A9X Torana Hatch backs. 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Olaf 3317 Report post Posted March 31, 2020 Sounds cool. You going to run one of those E-body K-frame front ends? http://www.magnumforce.com/magnumstore/shop/item.aspx?itemid=2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Olaf 3317 Report post Posted March 31, 2020 @Funkyflynz this is an area of expertise for you, mate 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Herbmiester 923 Report post Posted March 31, 2020 I have looked at the bolt in front ends, would need an A body version though. Went through a lot of this with my old Charger and after a lot of research decided this was the kit to go for. https://www.hemiperformance.com.au/shop/power-assist-rack-pinion-steering-conversion-kit-from-manual-steering-box.html Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zero 1162 Report post Posted March 31, 2020 How can you own a charger and not put a 440 in it? So much bragging rights. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Herbmiester 923 Report post Posted March 31, 2020 10 hours ago, zero said: How can you own a charger and not put a 440 in it? So much bragging rights. Modern Hemi makes more power and is a HEMI! 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Young Thrash Driver 1020 Report post Posted March 31, 2020 Be different, put an N46 in it. Oh, ok, I'll leave now... 3 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Herbmiester 923 Report post Posted April 1, 2020 7 hours ago, Young Thrash Driver said: Be different, put an N46 in it. Oh, ok, I'll leave now... In the back of my mind I keep thinking BARRA! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Eagle 1662 Report post Posted April 1, 2020 12 hours ago, Young Thrash Driver said: Be different, put an N46 in it. Oh, ok, I'll leave now... If you slap 2 of them inline its straight 8 and retains muscle car status. Im sure it will easily fit. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
modz 148 Report post Posted April 1, 2020 Subbed. Great to see another charger being restored / modded. I started a VJ Charger; brought in a 5.7 Hemi from USA for it then sold it all. Possibly one of my bigger regrets! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
coop 261 Report post Posted April 2, 2020 On 4/1/2020 at 6:07 PM, Herbmiester said: In the back of my mind I keep thinking BARRA! Well at least it's not LS ? Nice project, is that yours sitting next to it too? Have you had any dealings with Mike B. from NW Auckland? A lot of knowledge and contacts for parts. I'm pretty sure the Charger is still the most successful touring car in NZ. I have this VG, in the process of stripping down engine. 245 and 30 thou over. Managed to find a Hemi 6 4bbl manifold so will go Holley Sniper EFI (at this stage). And re gear from 3.23 to 3.7. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Herbmiester 923 Report post Posted April 2, 2020 No not mine next to it. Sorry dont know Mike B. I really like VG's classic shape the EFI options sounds great let me know how that works out. I have been offered a rebuilt 265 and it will be a whole lot cheaper than the V8. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Funkyflynz 151 Report post Posted June 25, 2020 Cool to see another bimmer enthusiast who is also into Mopars ?? 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
