1969 Charger Build.

[phantom]

Nice. How did you do close the quarter skin to rockers? Lead or filler? I see you closed the roof seam with filler. I'm not really sure what to do myself 

[NickJ]

Thanks!  I melted the lead out of all the seams (The pillars had started to crack). Then I closed up some of the gap with welds. This was really time consuming in spots but saved me from laying down 1" of filler. Next I did all the filling with Dynaglass, then normal filler, finally dolphin glaze. I'm really happy with the way it came out. A little time consuming but worth it. Good Luck on yours!

Nick

[phantom]

Thanks for sharing

[NickJ]

Good Morning Fellas,
  Not much work lately since I had to go to Texas for work for a couple weeks but I did manage to POR-15 and lizard skin my interior. It feels a little weird jumping around so much but The wife and kids..and my Charger will be moving to Charlotte in the next couple months and I wanted to ensure the old girl was completely protected before I drug her across the country. It's been a bit of a race getting all my ducks in a row with my retirement from the Army, house hunting, and the car but we're getting there slow but sure. Thanks again to everyone that's helped along the way. The finish line is still somewhere off in the distance but I can see it coming together and you guys have been an invaluable help. 

Nick
https://www.facebook.com/Rowdy69Charger

[NickJ]

Another week off while the wife and I house hunt in North Carolina. Looks like we'll be living in Concord about 3 miles from the track. This is my kind of town! 

Nick
https://www.facebook.com/Rowdy69Charger

[marshallfry01]

How do you like the lizard skin? And how easy was it to put in? Do you think it will keep much sound and heat out of the car?

[NickJ]

I really like it so far and it was very easy to apply. I've only sprayed the sound control (ceramic insulation is on deck when I get back from NC) The sound control works great and when you knock on the metal it sounds solid rather than the tinny ring you normally get.

N.

[marshallfry01]

I really like it so far and it was very easy to apply. I've only sprayed the sound control (ceramic insulation is on deck when I get back from NC) The sound control works great and when you knock on the metal it sounds solid rather than the tinny ring you normally get.

N.

Awesome.  I'll prolly put that in my 70 when I get the new floor put in. You did a nice job btw!

[tan top]

 

[NickJ]

Morning All,
  Been a busy few weeks as I get the wife, kids, and the Charger ready for the big move. One more month in Oklahoma and then off to Concord, NC. Managed to get everything in primer with the exception of the wrecked left fender. Figured there was no sense in wasting primer on a part I wont be using. Then me and the daughter reinstalled the seats, bumpers, heater box, etc.. (I hate doing things twice but big parts are much easier to move in the car). Finally, a buddy of mine brought his 66 over for a new transmission. whew! busy, busy..  This week will see the 440/727 going back in for the move and boxing up tons of parts. I guess there really isn't any rest for the wicked. 

Nick
https://www.facebook.com/Rowdy69Charger

[NickJ]

Good Morning Fellas,
   It's been a long time since my last post. I'm retiring from the Army in 40 days and have been busy wrapping everything up. I did manage to get Ronda prepped and ready for the big move. Overall it was uneventful which in this case was a good thing. She successfully made the trip from Oklahoma to North Carolina and is now waiting patiently for me to catch up so we can start work again.. I miss her already     Hope everyone is having a great summer and getting those beautiful Chargers out into the sunshine!

Nick
https://www.facebook.com/Rowdy69Charger

[Cncguy]

Congrats on the retirement. Charger is looking good! Hope the move goes well.

[keepat]

Thank you for your service and congrats on your retirement!
Pat

[MxRacer855]

Thank you for your service and congrats on your retirement!
Pat

X2! Thank you!

[NickJ]

Well folks after an extremely long break it's finally time to restart the Charger project. Fuel system is first on deck. Tank, straps, and lines on order. Excited to get back at it. Garage cleaned out and reorganized. Ronda front and center. Parts ordered. Now we wait.

[NickJ]

Well Fellas after an extremely long hiatus I got back to work on the Charger this last November. Lot's of work left to do but we're making progress. I set a goal of 1 year to have it running and driving. Will be far from done but at least able to move under her own power. A small photo dump of the last couple months. Lot's of cleaning and painting (which I despise) but lot's of progress as well. Feels great to be back on it. 

[NickJ]

Busy Saturday in the garage. Managed to get the engine, transmission, and driveshaft installed. This is the first time this car has had a drivetrain installed in who knows how long (Last registered in 1983). Still lots to do but each step feels like a win. 

[NickJ]

Afternoon all,
  After lots of weekends we're running and driving. Registered her in January (First time since 83) Chipping away at stuff one Saturday at a time. Still a ton of work ahead but getting behind the wheel and cruising has been a hell of a motivator. 

[hemi-hampton]

took 10 years to get this far. what color are you painting it?

[NickJ]

Yeah, it's been quite the long road. I took over 6 years off after I retired from the Army and moved to Charlotte. No time, money, or space. Last November I took a hard look at things and came to the crossroads. Either sell it or get back to work. I'm glad I chose to get back on her. Eventually she'll be back to her factory color (A4 silver) although I'm intentionally dragging my feet on that. The AMD fender and valance I have suck. On the hunt for some OE panels.

[tan top]

    

[NickJ]

Good Morning Fellas,
  Been a great few months with the Charger. The wife and I have managed to make it to a few cars and coffee events and a few cruise ins. I've gotten to the point where I can keep the projects small so I work on Saturday and drive on Sunday. Still lots to do and eventually I'll have to say goodbye for awhile when she goes to paint but for now being on the road and all the stares make all the work worth it.