A friend of mine is building a special based on the 2008 Challenger SRT-8 drivetrain.

His intention is to use the instrument panel as well as the engine management system. The current problem is how to disable airbags and all the other functions not needed.
- Do you know if the SRT-8 engine control can be manipulated?

My view regarding the variable valve timing is that you should try to use it if you can. I currently don't know how the control of it is done, so sorry cannot help you there.

That's a nice piece of engine you have there!