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by redneck 75
Thu Apr 09, 26 11:21 pm
Forum: Engine, Carburation & Electrics
Topic: Re: 1973 challenger vibration issue
Replies: 8
Views: 2374

Re: 1973 challenger vibration issue

very interesting informative post,thank you!ill try some different settings on timing,ive tried ported and manifold vacuum but found no vac advance helped performance alot.the vibration gets worse at around 2500-4000 rpm,idle is ok ,on road its between 40-50mph,before and after that speed range i ...
by redneck 75
Thu Apr 09, 26 11:05 am
Forum: Engine, Carburation & Electrics
Topic: Re: 1973 challenger vibration issue
Replies: 8
Views: 2374

Re: 1973 challenger vibration issue

The vibration is all coming through centre console/trans tunnel,i put new stock trans mount on also,the car in neutral or park sat on driveway when she vibrates ,bloody annoying as hell,everything else is ready but this makes driving noisy and annoying,i gotta get it right!
by redneck 75
Thu Apr 09, 26 10:59 am
Forum: Engine, Carburation & Electrics
Topic: Re: 1973 challenger vibration issue
Replies: 8
Views: 2374

Re: 1973 challenger vibration issue

thanks for replies,new mounts are stock rubber from rockauto,im thinking to just change harmonic damper as it looks like the one fitted is probably original.Flexplate was in good order,got new bolts fitted and torqued.id love to get her on a car lift and check/see everything properly.Ill email real ...
by redneck 75
Sat Apr 04, 26 8:31 pm
Forum: Engine, Carburation & Electrics
Topic: Re: 1973 challenger vibration issue
Replies: 8
Views: 2374

Re: 1973 challenger vibration issue

ive built this car,put refurbed 383 motor and 727(both built by top UK mopar builder),its 19 67 10-1 cr,long tube headers,ive got this 73 running bloody great,starts,idles perfect,temp good,oil pressure good,new engine mounts(mancini)new trans mount,kickdown good,shifts good.Really great power and ...
by redneck 75
Tue Oct 14, 25 3:14 pm
Forum: Bodywork, Chassis & Suspension
Topic: 1973 challenger door handle rod clips
Replies: 2
Views: 21022

Re: 1973 challenger door handle rod clips

thanks for reply,classic industries had em$12.50 for afew clips but $40 for delivery!!!so i went to plan b which was a tie wrap,seems ok,tried starlock clips but not enough space to push it on as they are real tight fit.
by redneck 75
Thu Oct 02, 25 8:25 am
Forum: Bodywork, Chassis & Suspension
Topic: 1973 challenger door handle rod clips
Replies: 2
Views: 21022

1973 challenger door handle rod clips

Just changed out driver side door handle,plastic rod clip broke so on re-assembly i need a new one,is there any for sale in UK ?ive had a look ,theres loads of clips but cant find one for my car,any help would be great,cheers Jon
by redneck 75
Sat Sep 27, 25 6:34 pm
Forum: Bodywork, Chassis & Suspension
Topic: E BODY GROUND CLEARANCE ISSUES
Replies: 9
Views: 23477

Re: E BODY GROUND CLEARANCE ISSUES

Thanks for post,ill have my 275's on early next week,ill post pics and results etc,
by redneck 75
Sat Sep 27, 25 10:46 am
Forum: Wheels and Tyres
Topic: centreline autodrag which studs and lug nuts?
Replies: 6
Views: 43020

Re: centreline autodrag which studs and lug nuts?

Thanks for help fellas,North hants is sending some long shank lug nuts that should do job,
by redneck 75
Thu Sep 25, 25 8:59 am
Forum: Bodywork, Chassis & Suspension
Topic: E BODY GROUND CLEARANCE ISSUES
Replies: 9
Views: 23477

Re: E BODY GROUND CLEARANCE ISSUES

Thats a great tribute car,i want to make some t/a side pipes for mine,ive already got hood scoop
by redneck 75
Thu Sep 25, 25 8:54 am
Forum: Wheels and Tyres
Topic: centreline autodrag which studs and lug nuts?
Replies: 6
Views: 43020

centreline autodrag which studs and lug nuts?

Got some autodrags 15 x 8 's for my 73 Challenger.My rear hubs have standard 1" studs,centreline has a 2" thick centrehub.What length studs need fitting and what length shanked lug nuts??I was thinking 2" studs with 1 3/8" shanked nut would be safe,has anyone fitted autodrags and what did you use ...
by redneck 75
Sat Sep 13, 25 12:28 pm
Forum: Bodywork, Chassis & Suspension
Topic: E BODY GROUND CLEARANCE ISSUES
Replies: 9
Views: 23477

Re: E BODY GROUND CLEARANCE ISSUES

Thanks for replies,much appreciated.Im up north near Lancaster but thanks for offer to mock up youre wheels.Yes refurb.arch springs ,there is a place in North West that does classics.The 255/70/15s pic is cool,it would create ground clearance for sure but looks too crazy high for me.
Ive measured ...
by redneck 75
Fri Sep 12, 25 4:37 pm
Forum: Bodywork, Chassis & Suspension
Topic: E BODY GROUND CLEARANCE ISSUES
Replies: 9
Views: 23477

E BODY GROUND CLEARANCE ISSUES

hello MMA just getting my 73 challenger ready for its first roadtest/shakedown,shes had a rebuilt 383 fitted from previous 318.All K frame refurbed,all steering and brakes,steering etc etc.Any way ive got 5" clearance at my summit headers which im happy with but my exhaust from mid car back is too ...
by redneck 75
Wed Mar 08, 23 9:37 am
Forum: Restoration & Miscellaneous
Topic: 1973 challenger seats refurb
Replies: 1
Views: 24589

1973 challenger seats refurb

Im just starting to rebuild refurb my 73 .Price of new seat covers in USA is real high,is there any recommended re-upholsters who can make new covers?cheers,Jon
by redneck 75
Thu Aug 19, 21 10:10 am
Forum: Engine, Carburation & Electrics
Topic: uk mopar garage services?
Replies: 5
Views: 2235

Re: uk mopar garage services?

Thanks charger
by redneck 75
Wed Aug 18, 21 8:33 am
Forum: Engine, Carburation & Electrics
Topic: uk mopar garage services?
Replies: 5
Views: 2235

Re: uk mopar garage services?

Thanks Blue,ill contact him