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Bought another 1970 Challenger R/T today

Started by erik70rt, February 06, 2020, 03:52:34 PM

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anlauto

Quote from: Bullitt- on February 07, 2020, 09:20:00 AM
If you need a powertrain I recalled this Facebook post

https://www.facebook.com/groups/ebodies/permalink/3026352790743536/

"From a 70 Challenger RT I have a 70 383 mag with numbers matching 3 speed stick Complete top to bottom with 38k on it. Also has the matching radiator. There were 335 Rts made with the 3 speed stick. I would like to find someone that needs this for there RT or I would like to find a 70 Challenger RT missing the motor and 3 speed and purchase it so this engine combo isnt wasted."

What are the chances it's the original driveline ? :thinking:
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Bullitt-

Quote from: anlauto on February 07, 2020, 10:47:15 AM..  1 in 335 it would seem
Quote from: Bullitt- on February 07, 2020, 09:20:00 AM
If you need a powertrain I recalled this Facebook post

https://www.facebook.com/groups/ebodies/permalink/3026352790743536/

"From a 70 Challenger RT I have a 70 383 mag with numbers matching 3 speed stick Complete top to bottom with 38k on it. Also has the matching radiator. There were 335 Rts made with the 3 speed stick. I would like to find someone that needs this for there RT or I would like to find a 70 Challenger RT missing the motor and 3 speed and purchase it so this engine combo isnt wasted."

What are the chances it's the original driveline ? :thinking:

1 in 335 it would seem  :notsure:
.                                               [glow=black,42,300]Doin It Southern Syle[/glow]       

anlauto

I've taught you everything you know....but I haven't taught you everything I know....
Check out my web site ....  Alan Gallant Automotive Restoration


js27

Quote from: Bullitt- on February 07, 2020, 11:05:25 AM
Quote from: anlauto on February 07, 2020, 10:47:15 AM..  1 in 335 it would seem
Quote from: Bullitt- on February 07, 2020, 09:20:00 AM
If you need a powertrain I recalled this Facebook post

https://www.facebook.com/groups/ebodies/permalink/3026352790743536/

"From a 70 Challenger RT I have a 70 383 mag with numbers matching 3 speed stick Complete top to bottom with 38k on it. Also has the matching radiator. There were 335 Rts made with the 3 speed stick. I would like to find someone that needs this for there RT or I would like to find a 70 Challenger RT missing the motor and 3 speed and purchase it so this engine combo isnt wasted."

That is way better odds than winning the lottery ...
JS27

What are the chances it's the original driveline ? :thinking:

1 in 335 it would seem  :notsure:

RUNCHARGER

I was thinking chances are better than average that could match up. No matter anyway, it would be well worth getting that package for this car. Little bits add up and in this case I think it would really be neat to make this car "right".
Sheldon

xx88man

Quote from: RUNCHARGER on February 07, 2020, 11:58:45 AM
I was thinking chances are better than average that could match up. No matter anyway, it would be well worth getting that package for this car. Little bits add up and in this case I think it would really be neat to make this car "right".

:iagree:
Keep yer foot in it

JS29

@Bullitt-   :thinking: You beat me to it, and i sucked at math.  :haha: :rofl:


Rich G.

Basket case cars are tough to build and costly and I keep telling myself not to do it again but it must be like some sort of drug and I keep doing it. Never again! ( unless I stumbled across another one ) but that's it! Good luck with it.

anlauto

Quote from: Rich G. on February 07, 2020, 12:36:02 PM
Basket case cars are tough to build and costly and I keep telling myself not to do it again but it must be like some sort of drug and I keep doing it. Never again! ( unless I stumbled across another one ) but that's it! Good luck with it.

In one sense they are, but sometimes you just end up replacing EVERYTHING anyways....stuff like a missing grill, bumpers or marker lights, if you're doing a full restoration, you're going to want new ones anyways ?
I've taught you everything you know....but I haven't taught you everything I know....
Check out my web site ....  Alan Gallant Automotive Restoration

Bobbydodge

You car is 1 of 355,how do you find this info.
Y05  26 En29
N41 N42 N85 R35 V9W
C55 G33 H51 M21 M25 M31
V1W A01 A62 B51 C16 C26
EK2 HRX9 000 829 034119
E63 D32 Js29 N0B 111460
Could you tell me from my fender tag?

erik70rt

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Quote from: Bobbydodge on February 07, 2020, 01:20:21 PM
You car is 1 of 355,how do you find this info.
Y05  26 En29
N41 N42 N85 R35 V9W
C55 G33 H51 M21 M25 M31
V1W A01 A62 B51 C16 C26
EK2 HRX9 000 829 034119
E63 D32 Js29 N0B 111460
Could you tell me from my fender tag?

You have one of 2076 383 auto R/T SE Challengers
Contrary to the opinions of some, I am not dumber than I look.


7E-Bodies

I admire you for planning to bring it back to original, per tag at least. Doing a 70 RT myself.
1970 Challenger R/T Numbers Matching 440 Auto in F8 Quad Green

erik70rt

#27
Talked to the guy with the 383 3 spd setup.  He wants $3000 firm for it.  And it's in Wisconsin.  Not exactly close to me.

Also checked the VIN.  Not from my car.
Contrary to the opinions of some, I am not dumber than I look.

Ricomondo

I feel your pain, but; whats the chances you're gonna come across another setup that exactly what you need?
Does it need to be rebuilt?
70' FE5 Challenger T/A
71' GY3 Demon 340

erik70rt

He claims there are 38K miles,  but there's no proof. 383s  are easy to get.  I have a line on an e body 3 speed, too. 
Contrary to the opinions of some, I am not dumber than I look.