Has anyone modified the reverse light lenses on a 72-74?

[Katfish]

Seems like a lot of work, what about just spray painting it red?

 

[Copilot]

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That is what I was looking for, looks awesome. What modifications did you have to do to make it fi? Thanks

 

[ERAT340]

Copilot....read post #8 for a quick explanation how I did this. As far as jus painting them red. My first attempt, I took reverse lens and removed the clear insert. fabbed up a center section of red lens to fit the hole and sealed it. It looked ok, but when illuminated, it only lit the center because the reflector ring was still there!

 

[WJW]

Since we’re getting sideways
Here is my solution
Grafted in a 2024 tail light

 

[Challenger RTA]

I like it. It works for me.

 

[Katfish]

You have any pics of the inside of the trunk?
Any details on what you did?
The newer cars are HUGE, I'm guessing you had to cut and splice the new panel several places to fit?

 

[WJW]

Actually once I cut out the rusty tail panel and trimmed it to fit, it kind of fit right into place. I did fabricate the backing plate to bolt it in. Was easier than you might think

 

[WJW]

This car is still a work in progress so the lights are not all adjusted yet for final assembly. There was no cutting the actual width of the 2024 tail lights. They come in 3 separate sections and when put together the width is near perfect fit on 70 - 74 challenger.
The headlights were a little more work

 

[Katfish]

Nice, that's some sweet mods!

 

[Copilot]

Nice work. Looks awesome