[superbird6bbl]

I purchased my Commemorative Edition back after selling it 6 1/2 years ago to purchase my 2011 Inaugural Edition SRT Challenger. I have been driving it as my daily and have loaned out my 2003 SRT-4 to my son-in-law.

 

[srtmike04]

finally got around to getting another srt and doing some work for myself. Machined the bed plate for a strap kit, made a windage tray, a little port work, and sprayed a valve cover. Haven’t enjoyed working on my own crap in a while lol

 

[dave gregory]

Very nice!!! Good fab work.

 

[srtmike04]

Very nice!!! Good fab work.

thanks man. It’s finally fun again now that car work isn’t a pay check lol

 

[enginjoe]

Maybe you could finish the car this time. lol

 

[bzzt]

Out with the old, and in with the new...

 

[srtmike04]

Maybe you could finish the car this time. lol

Haha!! I will be for sure. This one won’t be going anywhere

 

[dave gregory]

Making plans for E85. I'm looking forward to this next step.

 

[dave gregory]

And installed 04 PT Cruiser (non- turbo) Rotors/Calipers (pads) & adaptor.

Rotors are 3 pounds lighter. SRT4 = 16.5 lbs. PT Cruiser = 13.5 lbs.

Caliper/adaptor 1.5 lbs. lighter. SRT4 12.0 lbs. PT Cruiser = 10.5 lbs.

Along with my drag tire/wheel set up. That will shave off about another 9 lbs. (4.5 per side).

So with elevating about 15 lbs. of rotational mass/weight I hope to see that improvement at the track.

At this point I dont see my self getting to the track until spring/summer but hopefully small incremental changes with E85 will make an improvement.

More too follow...

 

[superbird6bbl]

Had some exhaust work done today and enjoyed driving to and from work.

 

[Sota]

unpacked it.
pumped all the 18 month old gas out.
put about a gallon back in and tosed an ounce of stabil in.
shook the car around.
pumped the rest of the gas out.
found out my battery disconnect, didn't disconnect the battery and it was totally dead (0.51v)
removed battery and hoping I can save it.
packed it all back up and changed the way the final covering sits, to help prevent water from getting under it.
here's hoping I see it again in the spring!
need major funds for new suspension and tires, and i'm a broke fuck right now

packaging is car, HF shipping mats, car bag (vacuum sucked), car cover, tarp.

 

[superbird6bbl]

Drove the snot out of it on a country road with no traffic at that time, which is unusual. Got into the triple digits hypnotically speaking.

 

[dave gregory]

Installed the DCR Trans mount.

Extra vibrations felt in the cabin = Yes. Note: I've had the FM upper/lower engine mounts in the car for several years. So maybe I've adjusted to it. It's not a daily driver so consider that too.

I did notice the shift quality/direct engagement (if that makes sense) seemed more positive. Particularly when rowing thru the gears under power. I can only assume this is because of the trans being held still. Particularly when under power. All other shifting components are in great condition (or upgraded) and cables properly rigged.

Thats my 2 cents on the trans mount.

It's snowing today in MN and the car is officially parked. Looks like winter has started early.

 

[Sota]

when I track mine, I put in all 3 solid mounts and the shifting improves markedly.

 

[dave gregory]

All right good, I'm not the only one.

 

[fixit]

Covid 2020 rebuild punch list, 270k
Replace all water lines in rear of the block
Hone and re-ring
New cnc head with valves and springs

also replace 4th mount, leaking radiator

maybe, swap 1300cc for 1500’s mom

 

[BbySnke]

All within 1,500 miles I replaced the following: All new. Had car since ‘12 and decided to replace a lot of stuff....

Timing belt/water pump/cam seals
Serpentine belts
All four mounts
Axles
Tranny fluid
Throw out fork
Pivot ball
Slave cylinder
Coolant flush along with new radiator
New fans
New AC condenser
Throttle body, valve cover, IM gaskets
New vacuum harness with solenoids
New boost gauge
Stop tech slotted rotors
LCA bushings
MPx diffuser
Konig 17x8 wheels
MPx intercooler
Hks BOV
And last E85 tune!!!!

 

[Kband]

Finally I can report this....
New REMAN Transmission from Orlando Florida with Carbon Fiber Snap Rings, I am so scared to send it but I have a few times and pushed it to 15PSI. No more grind or rattles or pop outs.

Finally got around to the Inner and Outer Tie Rods

1 Inch Spacers with KONIG Control Wheels

 

[gump1114]

First I think I’ve heard of carbon fiber snap rings.

 

[Kband]

First I think I’ve heard of carbon fiber snap rings.

Ha sorry, didnt mean Carbon Fiber I keep saying that in person too, I meant P Werks Carbon Snap Rings.