73 Challenger Resto, Japan
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A lot of the bondo and body work had already taken place ahead of this, but to group it all in one area, I'm going to throw it here. As I post this, He is currently still in bondo + initial primer layer +second bondo pass stage on most of the rest of the car. Hoping to have paint finished by end of fall minus the engine bay. I'll pull the engine at that point, take it to a shop to me machined and checked, then do a cam and a few other upgrades. Looking to get around a streetable 450hp with good vacuum and good torque. So please chime in if anyone has good recommendations.
That's where we're at as of today. Been doing lots in the background repairing and replacing all of the interior while he's doing the body work too. Will probably upload the interior stuff once he's done with the body and I can start putting stuff back into the car.
moparlee
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Nice work! That's great that you can work along side him in his shop.
Ronbo73
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Looking great!
Hang in there, my friend—I know this project has been putting you through hell, and you’re doing it on an entirely different difficulty level in Japan. Here in the U.S., when I discover I need another bracket, panel, bolt, or obscure E-body part, I can usually find one somewhere without having it cross an ocean, clear customs, and arrive with a shipping bill larger than the part itself. Over the last 3–4 months, my own Cuda chassis has had me cutting, grinding, welding, measuring, fitting, removing, and reinstalling parts until my knees started to buckle. but at least I have relatively easy access to replacement parts. What you’re accomplishing with limited local availability, long waits, international shipping, and fewer people nearby familiar with these cars is truly impressive.
On a side note, I’ve got relatives in Tottori Prefecture I’ve got to hunt down. My mom’s from there and if they have a place for me to bunk down in I’m going!
On a side note, I’ve got relatives in Tottori Prefecture I’ve got to hunt down. My mom’s from there and if they have a place for me to bunk down in I’m going!
Old B5
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Wow that is a hell of a project. I can’t imagine the amount of time it’s taken to get this far. I have anxiety just looking at the pictures 
. At least you will know it’s done right now. Thanks for saving another classic and good luck with the rest. You are getting close
. At least you will know it’s done right now. Thanks for saving another classic and good luck with the rest. You are getting closeThank you! I definitely know the feeling of going until your body gives out. You'd be amazed what a cuda goes for out here in any condition though too.
Tottori! Pretty remote, but beautiful scenery and great for drives and motorcycle riding. Should make a trip out regardless! I'd recommend it to anyone who wants to experience something new. Lots of great people and actually a dedicated and steadily growing american car scene. Apparently the American car scene was really big out here in the 60s and 70 before Japanese cars started to get really good in the late 70s. Now I feel like all modern Japanese cars are boring so people have started to buy up old american muscle cars as well as 2010+ challengers, trucks, mustangs, etc
Wow that is a hell of a project. I can’t imagine the amount of time it’s taken to get this far. I have anxiety just looking at the pictures
I'm the type of person who just stews in anxiety if I have an unfinished project or something is broken. All the work I've done is in the futile pursuit of eventually having a car that is perfect and completely done.. I'm sure that will happen... right?
Katfish
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Great progress, looking forward to watching the transformation.
zslacker
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Your perseverance and determination is formidable and I admire your dedication. So far the car is looking good!
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