Modern Bullitt build

[keepat]

FYI can’t use the legendary rally seats with the standard charger long armrest. The side bolster Hits the last 2 inches of the armrest. It could work but eventually would leave a dent in the seat fabric. Not a problem if you’re also replacing the door panels but if you reusing your door panels they will be an imprint from the longer armrest base.

Thanks

Pat

 

[keepat]

Today I aligned the rear to the body using lasers. This confirm I welded in the 4 link 5+ years ago correctly;-) Then I did a front end alignment with my Fastrax camber caster gauge. Starting by rolling the front wheels onto a piece of plastic and thin piece of Formica. This allows the front wheels to turn and the suspension to relax. Camper was set to -.5° and the caster was set to +3.8°. Toe in was set to 1/8”. I was very happy with the rear end to body alignment. I guess all that check, double check, and triple checking before I welded in the rear suspension paid off;-)

Thanks

Pat

 

[Richard Cranium]

I'm in awe of your skills. Is there anything you can't do?

 

[Offender]

Today I aligned the rear to the body using lasers. This confirm I welded in the 4 link 5+ years ago correctly;-) Then I did a front end alignment with my Fastrax camber caster gauge. Starting by rolling the front wheels onto a piece of plastic and thin piece of Formica. This allows the front wheels to turn and the suspension to relax. Camper was set to -.5° and the caster was set to +3.8°. Toe in was set to 1/8”. I was very happy with the rear end to body alignment. I guess all that check, double check, and triple checking before I welded in the rear suspension paid off;-)

Thanks

Pat




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Outstanding work Pat, hope you plan on hanging on to this one for keeps!

 

[alfaitalia]

Very cool....she's come on a long way since I last looked in. I use a similar technique for front wheel alignment but being a cheapskate its no Formica for me! Putting the tyres on old glossy magazines has the same effect as the pages easily slide over each other.

 

[Scott Engelhardt]

Heavy duty trash bags will work in a pinch.
Pat you do amazing work.

 

[keepat]

I'm in awe of your skills. Is there anything you can't do?

That’s a very long list!
Thanks
Pat

 

[keepat]

Outstanding work Pat, hope you plan on hanging on to this one for keeps!

This one’s a keeper!
Thanks

 

[Jarven1977]

Getting real close now!

 

[keepat]

One small step for my charger and one giant leap for me;-)

 

[Richard Cranium]

 

[keepat]

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that’s looks like my block sanding technique;-)

 

[747mopar]

Sounds great and looks even better, excellent work

 

[keepat]

Aligned the low and highbeam lights and installed the plastic bezels.

Also picked up some new garage art

Finally got around to blacking out the hood turn signal lenses. I used black vinyl that matches the paint great.

And I got the driver side front fender splashguard and stainless tubing covers installed

Thanks

Pat

 

[keepat]

Almost ready for Carlisle. Last polish and ready for ceramic coating. A few details left but I did make my own 6 speed Inland shifter knob out of a 4 speed knob. I was unable to find a engraver that could engrave on a curve So I used number stamps and hand carving the new shape. Looks good from arms lengths;-)

Thanks

Pat

 

[Jesse6869]

I must say seeing u build this this car with the detail you have given it, it has gave me much inspiration that you don’t have to be a well known builder with ten guys backing you that ordinary guys in a garage can also do this as well. It has gave me some patience and a willing attitude that i to have put into my car. Yes there’s couple things u did that I may have used, take that as a compliment but I really enjoyed this car being built. I really appreciate your detail and showing us the how to, thank you sir!

 

[HawkRod]

Pat,

Just, WOW! Thanks for bringing us along for the build.

I don't think there is a finer Charger anywhere. You should be justifiably proud of what you have accomplished and I look forward to seeing you and your car at Carlisle!

Hawk

 

[keepat]

I must say seeing u build this this car with the detail you have given it, it has gave me much inspiration that you don’t have to be a well known builder with ten guys backing you that ordinary guys in a garage can also do this as well. It has gave me some patience and a willing attitude that i to have put into my car. Yes there’s couple things u did that I may have used, take that as a compliment but I really enjoyed this car being built. I really appreciate your detail and showing us the how to, thank you sir!

Jesse, I really appreciate your note and I’m humbled that my build/thread could help and inspire others! There is a satisfaction in doing most of the work, but another ten guys helping would have been nice;-)
Thank You!!
Pat

 

[keepat]

Pat,

Just, WOW! Thanks for bringing us along for the build.

I don't think there is a finer Charger anywhere. You should be justifiably proud of what you have accomplished and I look forward to seeing you and your car at Carlisle!

Hawk

Hawk,
Thank you sir! Look forward to seeing you as well and that hotdog on Saturday;-)
Pat

 

[Richard Cranium]

Pat:
The best way to describe your car is.....