1970 R/T S/E work in progress in NC. Update.7/21/13 • 3 • The Dodge Challenger Message Board

by **Eddie** » 23 Jun 2007 12:43

I can dig it!Looks great man!! :thumbsup:

by **DAYLEY/CHALLENGER** » 24 Jun 2007 3:53

Thanks for the flowers guys. Mopar Steve, the window insert was filled in with what they call kitty hair..........Basicly short fiber fiberglass that sticks to the insert well...........Provided a smooth appearance......
Started some reassembly today, More tomorrow......

by **jh27n0b** » 24 Jun 2007 11:41

Looking great. I always think that this is the most nerve wracking part of the process but also the most rewarding. Do you plan to have it done by the Mopar nationals? If so, are you planning to attend? Hope to see it there.
Bob

by **DAYLEY/CHALLENGER** » 25 Jun 2007 2:19

Not going to make it ... I am building a driver anyway......... More work today................

by **ianandjess** » 25 Jun 2007 10:26

wow your making great progress theres just no stopping you itll be on the road in no time great to see im jealous mine seems to be taking forever
cheers ian

by **dave-r** » 25 Jun 2007 13:27

Mine as well Ian.

by **DAYLEY/CHALLENGER** » 03 Jul 2007 0:19

More work.............I was pleased with the way the weatherstripping fit

by **DAYLEY/CHALLENGER** » 09 Jul 2007 2:52

I know the SE is supposed to have a silver tail panel ....but It just didn't look right with the black striping........

by **Eddie** » 15 Jul 2007 16:54

Sure looks better in black. Nice work! :thumbsup:

by **DAYLEY/CHALLENGER** » 06 Aug 2007 2:50

Slow.........but getting there..........My buddy brought his project over this afternoon . He is still putting back together also.

by **Jimiboy** » 06 Aug 2007 10:01

Nice car! (Excellent work) Your colour choise is great, do i like top banana as well.... Did you dress the car with the winyl top yourself?

by **Eddie** » 06 Aug 2007 10:51

Here fordy, here fordy :biggrin:

by **Eddie** » 06 Aug 2007 10:52

Just kiddin nice Stang! :mrgreen:

by **DAYLEY/CHALLENGER** » 06 Aug 2007 14:19

Vinyl top was installed when she was painted. I still have to do some dash work so I haven't put the windshield in yet. And yes it is a nice Mustang. He still has to put on the louvers and spoiler, and door handles and mirrors and , and and and .....you know.......

by **Eddie** » 06 Aug 2007 18:44

I have to admit it. The 67-70 fastbacks are nice machines! I would never buy anything other than MoPar but this one sure would raise some eyebrows, it's a 1 of 4 Convertible Shelby 428 SCJ #2 on the Shelby registry I believe, also 4-speed and fresh air, very rare. On it's way to MCR for a full resto,(Concours 200,000 estimated cost to restore)!! It was in beautiful condition as well, I would have left it alone but.....

by **Eddie** » 06 Aug 2007 18:45

Another (that cooler in the front is for the engine oil)

by **Eddie** » 06 Aug 2007 18:46

by **DAYLEY/CHALLENGER** » 07 Aug 2007 10:17

Should leave a good thing alone..................

by **Eddie** » 07 Aug 2007 12:50

The gentleman that owned that car also owns another just like it but a different color. He owns 50% of production. 2 of 4 made. :mrgreen:

by **DAYLEY/CHALLENGER** » 22 Aug 2007 0:56

They came today...........pics attached

by **DAYLEY/CHALLENGER** » 01 Sep 2007 1:18

Bumpers, emblems and some chrome work..........

by **DAYLEY/CHALLENGER** » 20 Sep 2007 3:05

A little more work...........Got a deal on the clips. Went to a local body shop that had been in business several years. Got 24 clips and screws for..............................$6.00

by **patrick** » 20 Sep 2007 3:36

That looks Beautiful! :p:

You know I'm nut's for Yellow Challenger's and black vinyl tops. Awesome car! :thumbsup:

Hope mine look's that good someday. Love the way the black compliments the yellow. Congrat's! Pat

by **DAYLEY/CHALLENGER** » 08 Oct 2007 2:46

Been working on the wiring, tracking to see where what goes. I think most everything is ok. Will know for sure when I put the dash back in. Painted the instrument needles yesterday. They look fresh now. Rear window in too.

by **patrick** » 08 Oct 2007 4:59

Like I said before....

by **RedRaven** » 08 Oct 2007 9:05

Top Stuff mate...!! :thumbsup:

by **dave-r** » 08 Oct 2007 9:24

Did you fit the vinal top yourself?

Any tips on technique, materials etc?

by **DAYLEY/CHALLENGER** » 08 Oct 2007 10:56

The guys that painted the car did the top. There isn't supposed to be any extra material under the rear window but somehow they ended up with about 2" extra that I had to "work" into a folded seam in the middle. I guess it will be ok. Just looks strange to me. Maybe everyone else will think it is supposed to be there.

by **Eddie** » 08 Oct 2007 13:31

Pat, you have gotta be loving this man! :mrgreen:

Big Al, the car looks incredible! Thanks for posting! About that 'seam' it wont 'unravel' or expand will it? It looks fine, I wouldnt worry a bit about it. Something about the SpecialEdition 'backlight and window plug. It's so cool. The SE is a one year only option correct? Is it true that Chrysler voluntarily deleted it for 1971 due to pressure from the insurance companies? Very cool car. Tops :V8:

by **dave-r** » 08 Oct 2007 15:21

There was an A78 option (formal roof) listed for 1971 (not if the power sunroof was optioned) even though there was no S.E. model but I don't recall ever seeing any?

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