Kansas build getting started

[KSChallenger]

Thought I might join up and read some threads here. Building a road race challenger with a third gen viper engine and 6 speed. Looking for ideas from those who have already done this swap.

 

[DetMatt1]

Welcome to the site from the Motor City!

 

[Chryco Psycho]

Welcome to the site from Panama !
I have not done this swap but you will have to do some major cutting into the firewall & trans tunnel as well as modifying the oil pan or steering to fit it in .

 

[sir_veza]

Welcome from Ontario, Canada.
I've never done this but how much torque does the motor put out? (You may have to) strengthen the frame. Also pay careful attention to the driveshaft geometry into the transmission.
Steve

 

[fasjac]

Welcome to the site from Arkansas! That sounds cool, can’t wait to some pics of the project.

 

[Rapidfire]

Welcome to FEBO! Greetings from southwest Nebraska!

 

[340challconvert]

KS
to FEBO from New Jersey
Looking forward to seeing your build!

 

[moparlee]

Welcome aboard from Michigan!
Viper powered Challenger

 

[KSChallenger]

Thanks guys. I’ve got the car in the shop now. Engine is off to the machine shop to have it checked out before I build it. According to my tape measure it will be a close fit but it will go. I will be modifying the trans tunnel to get the clearance I need for the 6 speed.

 

[KSChallenger]

Welcome from Ontario, Canada.
I've never done this but how much torque does the motor put out? (You may have to) strengthen the frame. Also pay careful attention to the driveshaft geometry into the transmission.
Steve

When I’m done the engine it will be in the 750 ft pound range. I’m in the process of adding subframe connectors. The rear is already fully built, trussed and four linked. It will be fine.

 

[sir_veza]

Very impressive! Looking forward to reading your updates.