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  1. Buckminster

    2006 5.7Hemi and 2013 8HP70 Install challenges and solutions

    My engine was from a 2006, so I am planning on using the AC compressor that came with it. I had to saw off one of the casting lugs on the compressor, but figured that was an easy mod. It is ironic. I've been doing research for 2 years while my car was in the shop, and until I started looking...
  2. Buckminster

    2006 5.7Hemi and 2013 8HP70 Install challenges and solutions

    Thank you for the feedback. I came to the same conclusion on the transmission mount. The last issue I have to resolve before I clean up my engine compartment is what steering to use. the Holley hits their cast exhaust manifold hard. I ordered a Borgeson steering box in hopes that it clears...
  3. Buckminster

    2006 5.7Hemi and 2013 8HP70 Install challenges and solutions

    Good Morning all. I started a new forum post as I haven't seen some of the issues I'm encountering posted so I figured I'd share my experiences with you so you can hopefully learn without having to do this the hard way. First off, there are a lot of different combinations out there, so here is...
  4. Buckminster

    Header options for hellcat in 73 challenger?

    Update on installation. I'm now on my 3rd engine installation attempt. The Holley Cast iron manifolds do not seem to fit with the factory style Power Steering box using the Holley engine and transmission mounts. Some minor transmission tunnel massaging will be required. Looks like it's very...
  5. Buckminster

    Header options for hellcat in 73 challenger?

    I am interested to find out what you end up with. I'm currently putting a 2006 5.7L Hemi in a '73. I have the 8HP70 transmission. I'm using the Holley motor mounts, trans mount and ceramic coated cast manifolds (from Holley) and the Holley aluminum cast pan. I'm also using a Steer & Gear...
  6. finally done

    '73 Challenger Resto-Mod | finally done

    August 8, 2025 the Challenger is done as far as Precision Restorations is concerned. The car made it's first trip outside in 2 1/2 years.
  7. Buckminster

    New way to control the fan for your HVAC system

    Glad to hear you got yours working. Update. Since then, I received the PWM LED driver as well. I am now able to dim the LED on the switch, which is super helpful for night driving.
  8. Buckminster

    Comment by 'Buckminster' in item ''73 Challenger Resto-Mod'

    Thanks. I was hoping to score an "eagle" motor, but this one had such low miles, i couldn't pass it up.
  9. 5-15-2025 Trip to Precision Restoration

    '73 Challenger Resto-Mod | 5-15-2025 Trip to Precision Restoration

    5-15-2025 trip to precision. Rear Valance is on, so is bumper. Only things left are vinyl top and rear window. Waiting on insurance.
  10. 3-31-25 trip to restoration shop

    '73 Challenger Resto-Mod | 3-31-25 trip to restoration shop

    We're getting close now. All that's left for the shop to do is put the vinyl top, rear window and rear valance in.
  11. Buckminster

    Looking for motor advice - 6.1 hemi or eagle 5.7

    I'm going through this swap now and have not yet completed it, but have done a lot of work and have the engine and trans hooked together on a run stand (pre-Eagle 5.7 and 8HP70 Trans) to work out all the wiring kinks. What rearend ratio are you running? The 545RE, NAG1, 8HP70 all have...
  12. 2-26-25 trip to restoration shop

    '73 Challenger Resto-Mod | 2-26-25 trip to restoration shop

    Paint is on the car. The tail panel and taillights will be painted black. Things hopefully will progress fast at this point.
  13. Buckminster

    Comment by 'Buckminster' in item 'With a very sad heart'

    That is truly a tragic story. My heart goes out to you and your son.
  14. 1-31-2025 Visit to Restoration shop

    '73 Challenger Resto-Mod | 1-31-2025 Visit to Restoration shop

    Visited the shop again on 1-31-2025. The car is now down on it's wheels again, the rear valance has been worked and installed and we are expecting one more coat of primer before final spray. they also re-installed the fuel pressure regulator, so that task is out of the way.
  15. Buckminster

    Santa Came Early!!! Hellcat Redeye build with RMS suspension!!!

    Mounting the radiator in rubber bushings is a way to reduce the loads on the radiator which improves life. Aluminum and soldered brass do not have an endurance limit. What that means is that the material will eventually fail no matter what load is placed on it. It may be years, decades, but...
  16. Restoration Shop 12-30-2024 Great Progress for New Years

    '73 Challenger Resto-Mod | Restoration Shop 12-30-2024 Great Progress for New Years

    Went to the restoration shop on Monday prior to the New Years Eve Holiday. The restoration shop has accelerated progress quite dramatically. All sheetmetal is complete and now we're in paint. getting excited about bringing our Challenger home.
  17. Buckminster

    Hemi swap using stock ECM-looking for help

    Additional update. I did not know the history of the 2007 ECU that I purchased as I got it from Ebay. When I went into HP tuner, it was programmed as a 2007 Dodge Charger 5.7L ECU. However, it was throwing code P2533. I have a buddy at a local dealer and we tracked down that this error code...
  18. Buckminster

    392 Hemi dipstick with mid-sump pan?

    I added 6 quarts to the Holley Mid Sump oil pan and the dipstick showed right in the acceptable range. It did not have to be re-marked.
  19. 12-19-2024 trip to the restoration shop.  Huge progress!

    '73 Challenger Resto-Mod | 12-19-2024 trip to the restoration shop. Huge progress!

    Went to the restoration shop on Friday the 19th and was greeted by some great progress on the car. The quarter, trunk, rear valance and RR quarter are in primer and have been rough blocked.
  20. Buckminster

    392 Hemi dipstick with mid-sump pan?

    I've got the Holley blackheart cast manifolds with ceramic coating. the dipstick barely clears the back of the longer starter, but it snakes almost directly up from the block. It attaches to the valve cover. I did have to do a little adjusting, but overall, I'm happy with the fitment. I...
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