ABANDONED Dodge Challenger Rescued After 35 Years Part 18: Hemi and 4 Speed Transmission!

“For what shall it profit a man, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul?”
-Mark 8:36
New Hemi and 4 speed? Count me in!
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[@joeday4293]

I have followed the completion of this car closer than any TV show I've watched in the last five years. I can't wait for the happy ending. Keep up the good work, young brother!

[@billpar]

same here from beginning , actually 95% of all your videos since Luke and Kevin turned me on to your channel

[@joshuahunt633]

I'm right there with you. I'm not even much of a car guy. Motorcycles are more my speed but I've always had a soft spot for classic cars

[@zachsshop]

me to! ive been watching since day one and its really educationalle

[@jimdemarco1200]

Me too, now I'm hooked!!

[@projectbumblejeep4190]

I had a 73 Dart Sport SS that I bought with a blown 318 in it. It was an original 340 (automatic) car. I dropped my 225 slant 6 in with a 3 speed manual. My brother-in-law sold me a Chrysler 3 speed/overdrive transmission cheap (50$?). The only changes I had to make was a different drive shaft. I later found a (long) pistol grip shifter at a flea market for 8$. My father-in-law helped me shorten it. Turned out great, the boot covered the cut and weld, you'd never know it was a cut down tall shifter. I could 30 mpg all day long with that set up. It was originally from North Carolina, so it had a rust free body. A set of white Corinthian leather seats from a Cordoba finished up the interior. Wish I still had that car. Enjoying your build, looking forward to seeing it finished. Wish I could come and help. God bless and stay well.

[@bernietablet5259]

Can you get more American than unloading a hemi from a truck with a John d tractor. Love from UK.

[@MasterOfNothing83]

Your a bloody clever guy doing all that stuff on your own. And i'm here struggling to find the ambient temp sensor on my suzuki SX4...

[@cdoublejj]

not in the air box intake before the air filter?

[@JaredR1996]

Finally that engine is going in. This car is so close to being back on the road 👍

[@wilsonwichman4847]

When your all done you should give us a spreadsheet with how much things would cost

[@SubscriberswithDankPlaylists]

Yes please!

[@eliramey5129]

Yes

[@hectornonayurbusiness2631]

Yes

[@Superwoody24]

AND how much was sponsor related. I think a lot of people would possibly start a KZbin channel if they knew what some of the perks would be. Utube may limit what you can print as far as $$ received for videos because you rarely see anyone mention it

[@jayfish718]

My opinion she has character the way she is..no need to cover up her scars..she yells a story as you pump life back into her...awesome work broski

[@lucasstiles8012]

You have got to shoot a new "That thing have a HEMI?" commercial.

[@madmanmechanic8847]

I normally don't like changing engines to efi later motors but for a 73 Challenger that isn't worth the money the 70 71 are I love it ! I love how you are building this with the A -33 over drive trans and love the way you are going on the engine lower temp thermostat and doing away with the cylinder killers this is going to haul ass@ Good job dude!

[@PerfectInsanity]

That car is going to be so wild when it’s done! Easily one of the best builds on KZbin!

[@floribamafitness1827]

I have zero mechanical skills but you inspire me to go for it. Me and my oldest son watch every episode you put out. Excited watching this process.

[@kevincollins5599]

Great work, your commentary and knowledge is outstanding. My dad had a 73 Barracuda, I used to imagine dropping an older generation hemi in it. Had a 318 2 barrel, one wheel peel. Such unique cars. Keep up your enthusiasm.

[@dubb6660]

When I saw you post the video of you buying this thing, I didn't expect it to become one of my favorite builds ive seen on KZbin. Keep er' up!

[@michaelrupp4338]

Love getting that notification, makes my day

[@magorzatamichalik7078]

I love it too

[@josephknowles5114]

Your doing a cracking job, keep up the good work.

[@roshup4354]

I have been with you since the beginning... It's going on great .... I would love to see when the car gets a done

[@gregblaha7]

I love to admire somebody else's trailer Queen! The all original numbers matching! Where the rubber meets the road, my own personal preference is a driver! Something I can enjoy and don't have to stress where to park it, or worried every time there are storm warnings!😃😃😃

[@phreakwars]

You're one of those types of channels where when I click on the latest video, I give it a thumbs up before I even watch. Love your skill and your desire to showcase it. Can't wait for the finished product, give it to me at whatever speed you need.

[@daviddavies822]

I find this guy so interesting. The heating of the engine idea is so well thought out. I struggle to change a boot mechanism and he's literally building a car and modifying existing components.

[@Wooley689]

How you know all this modern stuff amazes the heck out of me.

[@peterdebad1]

Thanks for the teasers Dylan. Looking forward to the next phase of the he build. Have a great weekend. Peace!

[@nicolaskronewetter3683]

Love the car and what you’ve done with it man

[@rashidmdoe8697]

I have done a marathon from episode 1 to now 18 and am loving every step great work, watching from kenya 🇰🇪

[@LunarOutlawsGarage]

What’s good man this is looking great I like the Photo you posted up the other day with all the drive train sitting in front of it it’s going to be epic

[@coolestchannel4413]

My boyfriend and I @Cal.speed enjoy your videos. Keep up the awesome work, thank you.👍👍

[@kickit59]

Dylan this is a very cool build! I am really looking forward to seeing you install all of this and bring the old Challenger back to life!

[@boston7704]

That car is going to be a beast with a light, very powerful Gen III Hemi.

[@zw5509]

Looking great! Good engine choice. I do not care what they say now regarding oil change. It is the simplest and cheapest way to extend your engine life. I stick to the 3000 mile regimen.

[@RandomPerson-su3xg]

GM has a similar system, AFM (active fuel management). It will inevitably cause major failure, typically shredding the camshafts. I don't blame you one bit. Very cool build.

[@jp2246]

Cool, Holley stepping in with ECU! Definitely get rid of the MDS system!

[@MotorScotti]

Great engine project, I'm enjoying seeing this car getting closer to completion bit by bit!

[@KillerBunnys122]

I used to work at a CJD dealer and the reason the cams failed in the Hemis was because the early vct solenoid had a mesh screen that would blow out sending metal though the engine. The engines we replaced were well serviced.

[@scottt8424]

Hey Dylan thank you for the video and I hope your father has a nice Father's Day tomorrow

[@gilesspencer4278]

"...it's better for the economy; all that good stuff...........I don't want that." This is why I subscribe to this channel!

[@stevemoore8599]

Great build. Can't wait to see and hear it when you finish it. Also very informative.

[@icerazar713]

I love these old challengers. Can't wait to see this running and driving. Great work. Really enjoy your explanations for all the parts and pieces you're putting on the car. 👍

[@adolfstalin5091]

Uncle Tony's Garage did a video recently on why the cams fail in those motors. You might want to check it out. It boils down to a design flaw that doesn't allow enough oil to get to the cam.

[@weezerfan999]

Love this build so much, I’ve been waiting for this hemi build since you first hinted at it.

[@juanantonioorta]

Great engine choice! They're fun and easy to work on as well! Would recommend doing an engine reseal and taking care of the infamous valve seats while you have it out. It's good insurance and you'll save A LOT of money in the long run. Love the series and excited to finally see it run🤘🤘

[@rodney1818]

The lifters do not get oil while you're idling if you never leave the car sitting idle for long periods of time you don't have that problem but yes maintenance would prolong the problem but in vehicles that sit and idle for long periods of time

[@pedrotheswift5937]

Bloody good idea changing that thermostat,, my RV8 cam out with a 96 ( thanks BMW), and was a head gasket replacement waiting to happen.. Everything is better below 90..

[@88GTA]

That tractor unload was beautiful

[@hpelisr]

Yes, you got a deal with the transmission set-up. That engine and drive train should do well.

[@thorfaria8785]

Hello Dylan I am following the restoration of the Dodge, I think it's so beautiful the Dodge you are to be congratulated a hug

[@fsalinasagruna]

thanks for putting the measurements in metric also :D

[@toms1348]

I really liked your work on the ratty Charger...but this Challenger project is far more satisfying! Love what you're doing with this car Dylan! Now...pull out that door dent! 😉

[@oscarwalton1188]

The mds is a strong suspect with the cam failure thing so is lack of oiling to the cam below 2000 rpm so a thicker oil and a high volume oil pump is probably a good idea love the build by the way ✌️

[@kassemlarsen7839]

Use (metal polish) for the headlights cleaning with Fiber cloth or... very easy and amazing result

[@leviolson3977]

Yes! The next video!! Great series, very inspiring!

[@justicefall1917]

Awesome build! I look forward to seeing every one of them and can’t wait until the next video! Thanks very much for sharing!

[@Jelsick]

A 6.1 liter SRT hemi would have been even better, but undoubtedly more expensive. That 5.7 will be a nice power plant though. Can't wait till you get it running and driving.

[@RCAddix]

Make sure you check the valve seats. 06, 07, and early 08 Hemis are known to drop a valve.

[@AndysDogHouse]

Wow Dylan, I would love to have the engine in my 1954 Fargo. That would be awesome. Thanks for sharing.👍👍🍁

[@GAMERJAG]

Also if you are unable to completely restore the paint you should get the exact color of the original paint and spray the bad spots so it looks clean and original

[@VintageCars999]

This sounds pretty awesome. I can't wait to see the Challenger run under its own power.

[@Spectre-tk9ck]

With glasses...Dylan is look like "superman". Mc cool 👍🏼

[@justinwood6601]

I love that your doing a 5.7 swap I've been wanting to do one but I was a little worried about the size and computers and such

[@hugohans7182]

Clearly amazing mecanical video, thanks a lot buddy !

[@junkman6456]

#30 With this engine and ecm you have a souped up classic. Just tell curious people you have a stock 318 in. Understatement. and then, push the throttle^^..... I suggest to use an oil cooler. When y use the cooler and fan from a new challenger it should work. And mind to use also the fan shroud. Titanium exhaust. Saw a big smile in your face. Good job.

[@tractordave9300]

You can’t beat that John Deere bucket Dylan/ you’ve been using that beast since episode 1, take care of it!

[@fazekendalgames4220]

Can't wait until that build is done it gonna be beautiful

[@sultros]

Love what you are doing with this build and the direction you are going.

[@1967davethewave]

You've really done your research. Looks like it's going to be quite a car when you get it done.

[@stabrio78]

Thank god you put the measurements in metric, otherwise I’d have no clue what those imperial measurements are

[@camaropene7390]

Love the progress of the car when it is done it will fit right in with the charger keep up the awesome work that u do

[@jmadden805]

The reason the cams fail is because people run them at low RPM. The crank case design in the Hemi is the culprit. It takes 2500 rpm before oil is thrown up to the cam properly.

[@jakemcdonald2223]

Just a tickler here! Reminding you we need more content! Lol just messing. Love your vlogs man! Im not a mechanic just a fellow car lover who would love to do a project but i am a novice! I appreciate how you show the details ive learned a ton!

[@wangota]

He started this project thinking, “How many people can I piss off?” Putting a jeep engine in a classic, leaving shitty dents, and buying sandpaper to ratrod it. Some would say you need a jacket with longgg sleeves that go behind your back. I like the guy though, pretty cool channel.

[@lustfulvengance]

It's a Chrysler engine not a "Jeep" engine!! That being said, I personally would have fixed the door and gave that car a nice paint job but to each his own!

[@SixPackDan]

I have this exact transmission behind my Stage V Hemi in a 67 GTX vert. Going on 8 years. Im NOT nice to it. I also use a dual disk clutch. Im running 3.54 dana. Oh and for E body you can drill out the rear pad for the shifter.

[@318willrun]

Looking forward to the progress!!!

[@sherf2654]

Love the direction you're going with the modern hemi although I would have liked to have seen what you could have done with a fuel injected 440 and gear vendors overdrive.

[@eminaltay]

I watched 17 episode last night and today 18th published. Luckiest guy on channel

[@muhammad_aliraqi9312]

You will deactivate the deactivation system of the engine

[@sergioblackman7318]

Man i wouldn't mind this having 100 episode but on the other hand i wanna see this puppy finished

[@makaylaslater5247]

The saginaw in my Camaro came from a vega which is 3.54:1 and it's a pretty wide ratio. But it's a blast

[@undibujanteargentino9277]

Dylan the car is amazing , I hope it will be beatiful finished

[@JamesMcCutcheon]

I am impressed, you have a great passion to do this type of work.

[@richardabrecht8585]

Cant waite see it all hooked up bro.. stay safe and God bless

[@nandox360]

Wow... can't Walt to see that HEMI running... nice work bro, Keep going

[@JoseRivera-ym3wj]

So you're going four-speed manual. And one with overdrive. I didn't even know those existed. I would have gone five-speed, but anything with overdrive is a winner.

[@Josh-dp4iv]

Alot of ur early 90's ram 150s had the 4 speed with overdrive.. gas saver gear.lol!!

[@jimfitz6645]

Great to see the olé car getting new life. Love the mixture.

[@spudgunson]

You certainly know your mechanics. Good work..

[@JustMaxDean]

I know its too soon to even think about, but you're a KZbinr now! Whats the next project going to be brother? You've inspired me to finally get to doing my 69 Chevy Shorty Van. You rock!

[@53chevsled]

That’s going to be a really fun ride when you have it all together, looking forward to the rest of the videos, waiting for the next notification and Instagram updates , on a side note when you add the exhaust manifolds to the LA motor there’s not a lot of difference between the two width wise , the hemis exhaust is no wider than the heads whereas the LA sits out past them , cool stuff can’t wait to see the first drive video , cheers from down under 😎👍👍🇦🇺

[@DylanMcCoolVideo]

Very good point! I totally forgot to mention that. The LA manifolds are massive in comparison.

[@GoldenMrobbie]

All this time waiting for your video notification. I was lile finally! Cant wait for part 19!

[@robertocaprotti8640]

from Argentina and I see all your videos are great

[@chrismays7455]

I was hoping to hear that horse power but still a cool video

[@xozindustries7451]

Great idea for the drivetrain. I can’t wait to see it all work out!

[@timnewton9610]

Dylan as always the content is amazing and as always God bless you 🙏 love ya brother

[@nathanthanatos3743]

You got a new engine stand! When you pulled the original 318 out and plopped it on a tire you mentioned that you only had one

[@GAMERJAG]

Yesssss I've been checking all week for this vid

[@Cartier_specialist]

Rolling right along.

[@kstricl]

Might want to also look at if you can get the Holley to do lean burn. Legit Street Cars did it on a corvette and had good results. It seems like you might get the economy without sacrificing the power and drivability.

[@TuckerMcTrash]

Man, i have been enjoying watching your videos

[@erikrunas226]

I like all of the measurements you provided. The one measurement I that seams important to me is the width of the engine package measured at the outside of the exhaust manifold flanges on each engine. Would that play into how this engine will fit between the inner fenders and maybe more importantly how the steering column is connected to the steering box??

[@DylanMcCoolVideo]

Good thing about the manifolds I’m using is that they’re the best option for power steering. I don’t have that so it doesn’t matter to me, but they’re still the most roomy manifolds.

[@kamoboko86]

Have you considered a waterless coolant system? It runs much cooler than standard 50/50 mix.

[@dannyjonze]

great to see this is going up a level.

[@cougariog8817]

Awesome video cant wait for next week!!

[@thundermite1241]

Have you considered putting a charger or challenger interior from 2007 and up

[@captainboose8788]

One question I do have, I have heard of people gutting the stock throttle body's motor/gears, and convert them to drive by cable, would you have attempted this?

[@DylanMcCoolVideo]

Yes, but then I’d still be using the factory TPS, and the Holley system uses an LS style TPS. For how cheap an adapter and LS throttle body is, it’s hard to not go that route.

[@alan6832]

@@DylanMcCoolVideo tire shine protects mufflers; and unless painting soon, one can prevent lots of rust by going to the self serve car wash, selecting liquid wax, and spraying all likely rust areas especially the underside, most of the engine compartment, spare tire compartment, and inside the doors and rocker panels, all every 3 months. hit the floor pans too if you can take up the carpets.

[@virgogregory6974]

He's doing all this work on this car and there is a 100 percent chance he's not going to paint it just like the charger

[@DylanMcCoolVideo]

Yep!