1970 A-66 Challenger Convertible

[budascuda]

340, this challenger of yours is going to be peculiarly original
I can't recall any non OEM parts ever getting used on it .

 

[BriceRoad]

That is so cool! It’s exciting to me so it must be very exciting to you! How many years has it been?

 

[340challconvert]

340, this challenger of yours is going to be peculiarly original
I can't recall any non OEM parts ever getting used on it .

I was lucky when I stockpiled some parts literally 40 years ago and stored them till this time. I feel lucky that I picked up a pair of NOS fenders in 1980 along with parts I took from salvage yard cars. I've been selling off some parts I decided I would never get around to using including a clean PW wiring set up to shift the funds into things I currently need. Pic of the A66 right before I took it out of 31 year storage;

 

[340challconvert]

That is so cool! It’s exciting to me so it must be very exciting to you! How many years has it been?

It is feeling really good, I bought the car in 1979 and was on the road until 1984 when I put it into storage. I figure it is time to get this done already while I still can! Sold off some extra parts to pay for the recent engine and trans rebuilds.

 

[340challconvert]

Speaking of NOS parts; I have an NOS Federal steering pump holding it in abeyance until I see how the original works when I start the new engine. Mopar tag dated 8/28/78

 

[340challconvert]

Starting to look like a serious engine

 

[budascuda]

Looking great, the beast is resting, for now!
Just wanted to say, I once used one of those plastic filters and nearly had a fire in my engine compartment .

 

[340challconvert]

Looking great, the beast is resting, for now!
Just wanted to say, I once used one of those plastic filters and nearly had a fire in my engine compartment .

Thanks for your thoughts buda, I agree. I do not like the plastic filters myself. I wanted the see through filter for the startup/ break in to make sure I can see the fuel coming from the pump to the carb. It will be changed to the factory metal fuel filter following break in.

 

[budascuda]

Thanks for your thoughts buda, I agree. I do not like the plastic filters myself. I wanted the see through filter for the startup/ break in to make sure I can see the fuel coming from the pump to the carb. It will be changed to the factory metal fuel filter following break in.

Oh I should had known , there had to be a reason, a good one too, being able to see the fuel flow is essential on the first run.
Thanks for the tip

 

[340challconvert]

I was lucky when I stockpiled some parts literally 40 years ago and stored them till this time. I feel lucky that I picked up a pair of NOS fenders in 1980 along with parts I took from salvage yard cars. I've been selling off some parts I decided I would never get around to using including a clean PW wiring set up to shift the funds into things I currently need. Pic of the A66 right before I took it out of 31 year storage;

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You can see the 1984 NJ inspection sticker. Last year she was on the road!

 

[340challconvert]

I have the original 7 blade clutch that is still in storage. Decided to clean up the cool after market fan that I put on back in the late 70's. Liked the look, is very light, and was effective in keeping the engine cool with the shroud of course!

 

[fasjac]

Cool

 

[BriceRoad]

You are doing great! I hope I get to see it in person at a show somewhere since I also live in NJ.

 

[340challconvert]

Getting ready for the new Accurate Exhaust install; Factory original NOS hangers I purchased back in 1981 finally going in!

 

[340challconvert]

Set of NOS muffler shields; will paint with high heat paint prior to install. Had to order proper self tapping screws.

 

[budascuda]

You know 340, "very nice" and "very NOS" sound similar if you say it fast !

 

[340challconvert]

Finished the Accurate Exhaust install; had to partially install the rear valance to rough in and align the exhaust tips in the correct position.

 

[moparlee]

Finished the Accurate Exhaust install; had to partially install the rear valance to rough in and align the exhaust tips in the correct position.

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One more piece of the puzzle done! Looks good Phil

 

[340challconvert]

Exhaust pic;

 

[340challconvert]

Trying to accomplish at least one task a day; installed the gas tank vent line today!