Archive for the 'Challenger Aftermarket' Category
January 4th, 2009 by admin
As the aftermarket starts to heat up for the Dodge Challenger we will hunt down as many of these new products as possible to let you know all the specifics on each. The latest aftermarket product comes to us Techco in the form of lowering springs which will offer supperior handling characteristics along with lowering your ride. The Techco lowering springs will lower the Challenger R/T, 1 1/2″ in Front, 2″ in rear. The springs will lower the Challenger SRT8 1/2″ in Front and 1″ in rear for an aggressive appearance without sacrificing ride quality. These springs have been developed for both road and track conditions with an extensive amount of time spent tuning them for the best ride quality. For appearance purposes and durability Tehcco’s springs are Powercoated Grey.
The Price for the Techco lowering springs are $279.00 and can be ordered from BMC Performance. The springs are not available to the public yet but will be arriving soon. More photos of what the springs will do to the appearance of your Challenger after the jump…
Continue reading ‘Lower Your Challenger with Techco Lowering Springs’
December 11th, 2008 by admin
Hurst Performance Vehicles announced today details and pricing for its new 2009 HURST/Hemi-Challenger which debuted earlier this year at the SEMA show.
“We are very excited to release production information and pricing details for the HURST/Hemi-Challenger Performance Series,” said Nate Shelton, Chairman of Hurst Performance. “We are ready to begin production and accept orders of this highly anticipated collector vehicle.”
The HURST/Hemi-Challenger is available in five performance stages. Series 2 vehicles are available through participating Dodge dealers nationwide, while Series 3, 4 and 5 vehicles are only available from Hurst Performance Vehicles and can be ordered via the company’s website at Hurst-performance.com. Hurst Performance packages do not include the base price of the vehicle which could be purchased through participating dealers.
After the jump you will find detailed package information including horsepower and torque estimates for each.
Continue reading ‘2009 Hurst/Hemi Challenger Pricing & Specs Announced’
November 29th, 2008 by admin
I found some great photos of the yet to be released Seibon Carbon Fiber hood over on ChallengerTalk.com. The Seibon Carbon fiber hood is an exact replacement for the OEM hood on your Dodge Challenger so no cutting or grinding to get this baby in the right position. The hood in the photos actually sits atop the Diablosport Challenger from the SEMA show. Seibon also plans to manufacture a Carbon Fiber trunk, splitter, wing, rockers, radiator covers and canards. Check out the high-res photos after the jump.
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November 14th, 2008 by admin
New CORSA full cat-back Exhaust system for the 2008-09 Dodge Challenger SRT8 now available. The new exhaust system features CORSA’s exclusive Reflective Sound Cancellation RSC technology that delivers a robust sound during acceleration which complements the car’s powerful V8 Hemi.
The full cat-back exhaust system also features CORSA’s new rectangular exhaust tips (GTX Style Tips) in a dual rear exit configuration to enhance the Challenger’s nostalgic, muscle car appearance. All tips are manufactured from high-quality, 304L polished stainless steel and laser etched with the CORSA logo.
“The full-bodied tone our Challenger exhaust delivers when you put the pedal to the floor is an unmistakable sound from the muscle car era and will turn heads on every street corner,” said Jim Browning, Sr., founder and president, CORSA Performance Exhausts. Continue reading ‘New Corsa Cat-Back Exhaust system for Challenger SRT8′
November 3rd, 2008 by admin
The 2009 Hurst Hemi Challenger SRT8 is set to make it’s debut November 4th at the SEMA show in Las Vegas with a supercharged 500 horsepower engine and a few Hurst goodies. Hurst decided to tease us a bit with 4 photos a day before the unveil.
The limited edition Hurst Hemi Challenger will be available in four Stages of performance trim through participating Dodge dealerships. Features will include a supercharger, 5-spoke Hurst alloy wheels, Hurst graphics, Hurst embroidered custom seats and a “Pistol-Grip” Hurst shifter.
Check out the photos below…
October 15th, 2008 by admin
Another vehicle from Mopar, the Dodge Challenger Targa nicknamed “Samantha” is a full-blown competition car that raced and completed the infamous Targa Newfoundland race. “Samantha” started life as a Mopar Challenger drag race package car with most of the features coming from the Dodge Viper. The most noticeable feature has to be the snakeskin green paint which is not an original color to the Challenger . Under the hood lurks a 392 HEMI V8 Mopar crate motor producing 540 horsepower and 490 lb. of torque. The motor is mated to a Tremec six-speed manual gearbox, the engine blasts power to the rear wheels through a production 2009 modified gear ratio in the rear end.
Stopping this beast comes by way of Stop Tech brakes in the form of the six-piston calipers clamping 380 millimetre rotors, while in the rear, four pot calipers work with 355 mm rotors. Another unique feature includes a Mopar chin spoiler developed in a full scale wind tunnel to keep the front end down at high speeds. The race suspension and brake upgrades developed by KW came from a proven hero the Dodge Viper ACR, which just broke the production car lap record at the world renown Nurburgring in Germany. This goes to show you what Mopar parts can do to an otherwise stock Dodge Challenger.
Check out a full gallery of high-res photos after the jump…
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October 14th, 2008 by admin
The Super Challenger by Mr. Norm is ready for it’s debut at SEMA with a 900 horsepower Kenne Bell supercharged and intercooled 6.1 Hemi engine. With its Jet Black body and Blazing Red stripe, punctuated with the legendary Mark of Mr. Norm on the front fenders this one-of-a-kind Dodge Challenger will surely be one of the hottest Challengers at this year’s SEMA show in Las Vegas.
Goodies on the Super Challenger include Katzkin custom leather interior with black leather and contrasting red accents, Hurst Pistol Grip Shifter, forged wheels by Rodtana wear Pirelli Scorpion Zero tires, Hotchkis Performance lowered suspension, SSBC 8 Piston Disc Brakes, Corsa performance exhaust, Mopar Six Pack hood and front spoiler and side scoops by Hulst Customs.
For more details and photos on the Super Challenger and Super Cuda check out the press release after the jump…
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October 14th, 2008 by admin
Steve Saleen and his new company SMS Supercars are well on the way to production with the first vehicle in the line of Signature Series ultra-high performance vehicles. The SMS 570 Challenger will be the first vehicle with a host of aesthetic and functional innovations including the patented SMS Red Butterfly Induction™ hood and a full compliment of SMS ultra-high performance components including: drivetrain, suspension, aerodynamics, tires, wheels and interior.
The fully certified and street legal SMS 570 Challenger and SMS 570X Challenger will be based off the 2009 Dodge Challenger R/T platform and will feature a SMS designed and engineered SMS 296 Supercharger atop the 5.7L Hemi, with power ratings from 500 to over 700 horsepower respectively. Continue reading ‘SMS 570 & 570X Challenger’s Ready For Debut’
September 30th, 2008 by admin
KW Automotive announces their stainless steel constructed coil-over’s for the new Dodge Challenger. Two variants of the KW suspension line up will be available for the 6 cylinder SE, V8 R/T and SRT8 Challenger’s.
The KW coilover suspensions enables Challenger owners to lower their vehicle 20-50mm on the front axle and 25-55mm on the rear axle and retains enough travel to handle maximuim load and dynamic loads during driving.
Variant 1 with it´s preset dampening rates permits customized lowering of the suspension and creates an optimized balance of sportiness, comfort and safety. Variant 1 part# 10228006 will set you back $1,525.00.
Variant 2 is the ideal system for sporty drivers, who also wish to make modifications in ride height and rebound dampening. Drivers are able to adapt the suspension setup to their driving style. Variat 2 part# 15228006 will set you back $1,895.00. Continue reading ‘KW Automotive Stainless Steel Coil-Over’s for the Dodge Challenger’
September 25th, 2008 by admin
Are you looking to add a few extra horses to your Challenger, well K&N has come through again with a high-flow intake system for your 2009 Dodge Challenger with the 3.5L V6. The K&N filter system (part#63-1117) increases horsepower by 11.68 hp at 6215 rpm over the stock Dodge Challenger intake configuration. To make the extra horses K&N replaces the Challenger’s original intake assembly; including the air box, air filter and intake tube with an all-new intake design. The new system draws air through a K&N High-Flow Air Filter that increases airflow and dirt capacity, and never needs to be replaced.
Protecting the chrome top cone-shaped air filter, and isolating it from engine heat, is a powder coated heat shield that replaces the Challenger’s stock air box. As it passes the filter, air travels through a K&N Roto-Molded Polyethylene Tube that is formed and shaped, in the design phase, to drive a more laminar flow of air to the Challenger’s 3.5L V6 engine.
The K&N filter system is part # 63-1117 with a price of $321.00 at Amazon and all other outlets where K&N products are sold. Installation is a breeze and can be done in 90 minutes or less. K&N Filters are back by the Million Mile Limited Warranty as all K&N OE Replacement Air Filters.
