1971 Challenger 340 RT

[440six]

this is one of my favorite threads!! keep up the work,, and more pics please!! what was wrong with the 1/4's? top window lip?

There were a few issues with the goodmark sheet metal. The quarters should have a notch where the window channel runs down along the quarter glass. We had to notch the channel to have everthing line up. Also the fuel fill spout was not punched correclly. We spotted this before paint.

Both inner fender aprons have issues, Left side battery tray area not punched correctly. The battery tray will not be level. The right inner fender apron does not have the notch where the fuel vapour line bracket mounts.

Tried two different vendors for window felts, the last one was the best of the two, but they were not 100% either.

 

[71droptop]

What vendor did you eventually use. Did you have to rivet them in?????

 

[440six]

What vendor did you eventually use. Did you have to rivet them in?????

I ended up using a set by Firestone collectibles, they are the closest fit I found. The doors look great, the quarter window felts are to low in the back and to high at the front.

 

[440six]

Well things are coming together now, starting to see the light at the end of the tunnel. Had more bad luck with reproductions parts. My front bumper guards do not fit the repop bumper. They are not even close. Had to locate a original and have it rechromed.

No issues with the rear bumper, everyhting fit nicely

Another issue resolved is the battery tray.

After

Front suspension all together.

Rear seat and sail panels installed.

Everything is on schedule to be ready for the MATS in Vegas this April

 

[440six]

Under coating, almost finished the back end

Start working on the front end.

 

[RexDub]

Looking really really good man, keep up the good work!

 

[ramenth]

I've said it before, I'll say it again: gorgeous!

 

[cudaRB]

Nice Build, seats look awesome, I'm jealous, just finished a resto on my cuda last January 2011, Its very rewarding when you see the finish line, enjoy this time you think it takes for ever and then poof its done nice work looks great so far

 

[440six]

Started for the first time since 1980. I should be passing out cigars. Check out the video.

1971 Dodge Challenger RT 340 @ idle..First time run since 1980!

Sending it off to get RT stripes installed. Moved on its own power.

 

[moparlee]

Sounds really sweet! What cam did you end up using? In my '71 340 I have the 284 purple shaft cam.

 

[71chally]

Looking great!!!!

 

[440six]

Installing the RT hood decal and side stripes

 

[TexasTorred]

Been watching this restoration for awhile. Outstanding job--keep going and kickin' -A on it. All going to be worthwhile the first cruise you do!

Great work.

 

[burntorange70]

Sweet! Love them stripes.

 

[440six]

Purchased a dealer Trim Selector book,

It shows the H5F7 seat code associated with GY8 cars

 

[440six]

Final part as been located. date code space saver. Rim is been powder coated.

 

[440six]

well the light at the end of the tunnel is getting brighter. We are on schedule for MATS.

The original bumper that we got rechromed turned out nicely. Now the bumperettes will fit properly.

 

[pabster]

440six, stumbled into this thread... absolutely amazing restoration. Love the original seat fabric... so cool that you got your old car back and restored it to it's former glory! Great job, enjoy the ride!

 

[tony72]

your resto turn out awesome can't believe how nice your car looks great job

 

[440six]

Front bumper, bumper guards and valance went on nicely.