1971 Hellcat Charger

[zslacker]

I want to try something different so I got this 71 Charger and hauled it into my garage last week for an engine/transmission upgrade. Its a remarkably rust free car, originally a 383 4 speed, power brakes manual steering. Been off the road for decades. I will install a new Hellcrate engine and a 6 speed Silversport Tremec. I believe I have every part needed except the driveline and wheels although theres probably some part I've missed. I have not decided what type of exhaust system to use. Most importantly the engine came with nearly 40 pages of instructions, how hard can it be?

 

[WileE]

Looks like fun. Enjoy ! Keep us updated on your progress !

 

[MarPar]

Love the color! Im biased though. lol

Post yer progress...we'll be watching!!!

 

[mbc0724]

Nice project!
But you might want to put some jack stands under the rear of the car in lieu of the single stack of bricks.

 

[Austin Charger]

X2!! Jack stands with a wide footprint so that does not come down on you.

 

[ckessel]

That'll keep you busy for a week.

 

[zslacker]

Nice project!
But you might want to put some jack stands under the rear of the car in lieu of the single stack of bricks.

Thats where I picked it up, both rear drums were supported by bricks. A real safety hazard

 

[zslacker]

Nice project!
But you might want to put some jack stands under the rear of the car in lieu of the single stack of bricks.

Bricks and a little piece of wood for a cushion I suppose! Thats not my place, its how I found the car. Its now in my garage, properly secured with the correct jack stands

 

[71Charger]

Nice score! Looks like SE badges on the side. Love the hidden head lights. Of course, I’m biased.

 

[#41]

71 383/4-speed SE is fairly rare combination (195).

 

[zslacker]

Spent time getting the car cleaned up some and organizing the parts. Not a lot of rust here.

 

[chargervert]

Nice solid 71 Charger.

 

[Llamaback]

Wow what a nice clean charger! Are you going to do any chassis stiffening on it?

 

[zslacker]

Wow what a nice clean charger! Are you going to do any chassis stiffening on it?

Yes but not yet, I just want to get it running and driving first.