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Re: Survivor R6 1969 Charger Garage find-383/727 [Re: GY3] #2119522
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Originally Posted By GY3
It's like you walked onto a used car lot in ~'72 and bought this car. It's that clean!


Now that brings back some memories......

Re: Survivor R6 1969 Charger Garage find-383/727 [Re: GY3] #2122591
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Looks fantastic !! thumbs


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'69 Charger Daytona 440 - auto - 4.10 Dana (now with 426 hemi)
'69 Charger 500 440 - 4speed - 3.54 Dana
'70 Road Runner 383 - 4speed - a/c (now with 440)
Re: Survivor R6 1969 Charger Garage find-383/727 [Re: hemi68charger] #2123075
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Originally Posted By hemi68charger
Looks fantastic !! thumbs


Thanks! It's been a lot of fun. The first 40 miles were spent doing 30-40mph and it's a joy to drive. Since it has been reliable, I finally ventured onto the highway for the first time and if I go 55mph or faster it runs hot. When I slow down it cools off quickly so I think my exhaust is so restricted, it's forcing the exhaust back into the engine. It's 2 into one exhaust with one solitary glass pack....so I guess new exhaust is up next!!


1970 Barracuda B5 6.1 Hemi/6 speed
1969 Charger survivor in R6 383/727-wrecked 12/24/18
1968 Charger in original burgundy paint "Ribeye"
1968 Charger w/ 6.1L, TR-6060, 9"
1968 Roadrunner w/ 6.1L/6 speed
2011 Dodge Ram w/ 6.7L
Re: Survivor R6 1969 Charger Garage find-383/727 [Re: 70B5Cuda] #2123907
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Been a while since I have been in Newton! wave Check the lower radiator hose and see if collapses when accelerating, seen this a few times. Just have someone stab the accelerator when you are looking at the hose in your driveway. wink


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Re: Survivor R6 1969 Charger Garage find-383/727 [Re: Rhinodart] #2124164
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Originally Posted By Rhinodart
Been a while since I have been in Newton! wave Check the lower radiator hose and see if collapses when accelerating, seen this a few times. Just have someone stab the accelerator when you are looking at the hose in your driveway. wink


It has been a long time since you've been here-maybe 4 years already??? I will check the radiator house out-thanks for the suggestion!


1970 Barracuda B5 6.1 Hemi/6 speed
1969 Charger survivor in R6 383/727-wrecked 12/24/18
1968 Charger in original burgundy paint "Ribeye"
1968 Charger w/ 6.1L, TR-6060, 9"
1968 Roadrunner w/ 6.1L/6 speed
2011 Dodge Ram w/ 6.7L
Re: Survivor R6 1969 Charger Garage find-383/727 [Re: 70B5Cuda] #2125917
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Man, that's the kind of find that most of us only get to dream of. Congrats!

I love what you've done to keep it original. Thanks for posting, it gives the rest of us hope that there are more out there waiting for us to find them... thumbs

Re: Survivor R6 1969 Charger Garage find-383/727 [Re: 70B5Cuda] #2126321
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Looks amazing!


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69.5 A12 Super Bee 4 speed
70 T/A Challenger
70 FC7 Duster 340 4 speed
70 FJ5 Superbird
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Re: Survivor R6 1969 Charger Garage find-383/727 [Re: 70B5Cuda] #2131101
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Sweet car! Amazing find! up

Re: Survivor R6 1969 Charger Garage find-383/727 [Re: 70B5Cuda] #2131527
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Great find, great story.....looks like a keeper!!

I'm a fan of discs too, though the drums are perfectly suitable for the driving you plan to do.


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Re: Survivor R6 1969 Charger Garage find-383/727 [Re: 70B5Cuda] #2281333
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Our fifth baby arrived last week. Her first ride home was in the survivor 69 Charger....of course! My amazing wife and daughter are doing well.



Last edited by 70B5Cuda; 02/25/18 08:37 PM.

1970 Barracuda B5 6.1 Hemi/6 speed
1969 Charger survivor in R6 383/727-wrecked 12/24/18
1968 Charger in original burgundy paint "Ribeye"
1968 Charger w/ 6.1L, TR-6060, 9"
1968 Roadrunner w/ 6.1L/6 speed
2011 Dodge Ram w/ 6.7L
Re: Survivor R6 1969 Charger Garage find-383/727 [Re: 70B5Cuda] #2281519
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Very cool!! Now you can never sell that car ;-)
What is her name?
Congrats!
Pat

Re: Survivor R6 1969 Charger Garage find-383/727 [Re: Keepat] #2281777
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Originally Posted By Keepat
Very cool!! Now you can never sell that car ;-)
What is her name?
Congrats!
Pat


Her name is Grace/Gracie. She joins Ella, Katelyn, Chloe, and Olivia....five of a kind!
I don't plan to ever sell the car!

Last edited by 70B5Cuda; 04/03/17 07:04 PM.

1970 Barracuda B5 6.1 Hemi/6 speed
1969 Charger survivor in R6 383/727-wrecked 12/24/18
1968 Charger in original burgundy paint "Ribeye"
1968 Charger w/ 6.1L, TR-6060, 9"
1968 Roadrunner w/ 6.1L/6 speed
2011 Dodge Ram w/ 6.7L
Re: Survivor R6 1969 Charger Garage find-383/727 [Re: 70B5Cuda] #2282501
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Congratulations on your latest addition smile

The Charger looks great beer

Re: Survivor R6 1969 Charger Garage find-383/727 [Re: 70B5Cuda] #2457494
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Finally rebuilt the thread after the photobucket extortion attempt. Here's a few new pics...









1970 Barracuda B5 6.1 Hemi/6 speed
1969 Charger survivor in R6 383/727-wrecked 12/24/18
1968 Charger in original burgundy paint "Ribeye"
1968 Charger w/ 6.1L, TR-6060, 9"
1968 Roadrunner w/ 6.1L/6 speed
2011 Dodge Ram w/ 6.7L
Re: Survivor R6 1969 Charger Garage find-383/727 [Re: 70B5Cuda] #2459237
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Awesome story . You are a lucky man in so many ways .
Thanks for sharing.

Greg


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Re: Survivor R6 1969 Charger Garage find-383/727 [Re: 70B5Cuda] #2459276
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Wow. That car is impressive! Great find. It appears there are still some out there!


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Re: Survivor R6 1969 Charger Garage find-383/727 [Re: 70B5Cuda] #2483410
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SWEET!

Re: Survivor R6 1969 Charger Garage find-383/727 [Re: 70B5Cuda] #2503832
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Beautiful Charger. I really like how you are bringing it back to life and preserving it a the same time.

Re: Survivor R6 1969 Charger Garage find-383/727 [Re: 70B5Cuda] #2604745
01/11/19 01:05 AM
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Christmas Eve Day was a rough day. It was such a nice day that I was determined to take the 1969 Charger out for a short drive. I was on a four lane blacktop and at the intersection ahead, a truck was on my left and he was signaling to turn right and drive north (opposite direction). As he pulled out, a late model GMC Sierra behind him pulled out at the same time. The young guy who was driving, decided to gun it across all 4 lanes of traffic. Because of the truck between us, I couldn't see him and he couldn't see me. His Sierra slammed into my front left fender and our vehicles' back ends swung around and clapped together. I slid sideways into the ditch. I hit the steering wheel and am bruised/beat up but I walked away, which I am grateful for. I have a wonderful wife and 5 children that need me; so I feel pretty lucky. That being said, the old Charger did well. I was doing 55mph and I'm not sure how fast the other guy was going be he was in a hurry.






Last edited by 70B5Cuda; 01/11/19 12:38 PM.

1970 Barracuda B5 6.1 Hemi/6 speed
1969 Charger survivor in R6 383/727-wrecked 12/24/18
1968 Charger in original burgundy paint "Ribeye"
1968 Charger w/ 6.1L, TR-6060, 9"
1968 Roadrunner w/ 6.1L/6 speed
2011 Dodge Ram w/ 6.7L
Re: Survivor R6 1969 Charger Garage find-383/727 [Re: 70B5Cuda] #2604832
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Horrible news, glad to here you didn't sustain serious injuries..


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