New to forum (previous '70 big block owner)
 

Greetings to all.

New member here who is thinking about taking the plunge and buying another Challenger. I formerly owned two 1970 big block Challengers (one in the 70's & the other in the late 90's) both of which I sold... we all know about hindsight...

Anyway, I recently found a 1970 six cylinder that is reported to be rust free and stock. I am thinking of buying it and transforming into an R/T clone.

I did a search here for any info on such a project but couldn't find any.

Does anyone have a link or info that I can check into as far as availability/cost of parts to make the transition?

A few I can think of up front would be:

Engine
Trans
Suspension components (springs/torsion bars)
Disc brakes
Radiator

Thanks for reading and happy motoring to all.

Mike

It's been done by many others and is fairly easy, relatively speaking. The parts needed are all out there, just takes money. Just a few thoughts:
* Will need new k-member (and mounts)
* Will need new trans (and rearend, as you have the 7 1/4 rear axle)
* Will need to upgrade front suspension to handle the added weight (and rear springs)
* Brakes, of course will need to be updated (don't forget the brake booster, etc.)
* Radiator again will need to be replaced
* Engine compartment wiring will need to be replaced (better than mod'ing 40 year + wire)
* PLUS....many, many little things that always come up when doing an engine swap.....
ALWAYS: plan on more time, more work, and more dollars before it's all done.........

FYI: Do your homework, and don't take anyone's "word" that something will work.
Example: Many years ago I swapped a 350 in place of the 305 in my SS Monte...
Everyone told me that the exhaust would bolt right up.....wrong....expensive lesson
for me..............just a word to the wise.....

Why not leave the leaning tower of power in place? I know it won't be as cool as a big block (I have a 70 440 six pack challenger) but it will be really unusual at ANY show.Most 6 cylinder cars have already been converted to a v-8 by now.Not to mention great gas mileage.

Thanks for the reply. I knew it would be a complicated project but wasn't sure I wanted to tackle it without getting some input first regarding parts availability etc.

Mike

I wouldn't be able to leave it as is..... you are talking to a long time motorhead here who craves horsepower and torgue... Hell, I got rid of my Harley Ultra cuz of lack of power and moved up to a 502 Boss Hoss... But I know what you mean about gas mileage.