The Make A Wish Foundation Charger Thread...Open your heart to help!!

[unrulyprocuda]

i had a 1968 charger i was currently restoring i had about 13,000 in it so far and decided to stop and build a 69 daytona out of my 70 charger instead  i donated it to the cause for very little cash in hopes that they could build her dream car it was not perfect but a decent start the first one was junk and the second one someone wanted 4,000 for a piece of cobbled junk dave called me and i quickly became involved with the project ive recently seen pictures at the carlisle show its now ronnies 69 charger thanks to david chamberlain from north carolina and paul jacobs from indiana and a long list of great mopar people like you its starting to take shape and will hopefully make it to the mopar nationals. there has been an outporing of help along with the possibility that good old chrysler may cough up a motor the list of people helping are long and here in a week or so i plan on helping the assembly process the plan is for the car to be brought up to pauls house and a crack team of mopar maniacs to pull a couple of overnighters and build a 69 charger i still think its amazing that all the things this girl could of asked for she picked a 69 charger again from everybody involved thanks

[dodgert68]

Just wanted to give everyone an update where we are with the car. All the metal work is complete right now we're fitting panels to recheck gaps and adjust as needed. The chances aren't looking good to make the Nats but we're going to shoot for the Chrysler Classic event being held Sept. 18th thru the 20th in Norwalk Ohio. So come out and join us in unveiling the car hopefully Ronni will be well enough to attend and receive the keys to her new car. We'll be set up in the Ledgendary Interiors tent so that will make it easy to find us. A big thanks out to all who have help with donations so far!! Most of what we need is new parts now hopefully the remaining vendors will be able to help us fill that list. Couple things we could use as far as used parts go are the splash panels that bolt between the fender headlight area and the front valence. Also we need a good trunk lid Preferably from someone close by in North Carolna to save on shipping cost. AMD who have been just fantastic to work with said they would seel us one at a discount plus shipping. Thats great but we have very little funds and that would eat up about half of what we have. If you'd like to follow along with the project picture are being posted on my web site www.allclassicsrestoration.com ,i'm doing my best to keep the pictures current. The car that i had for sale on ebay hit the reserve so it shold have sold ,but the winning bidder has not made an effort to send a deposit or contact me as to why. So the car will be going back up for sale again soon. My contact info is listed on my web page if you'd like to call for any ore info.
Thanks ,Dave

[Belgium R/T -68]

I have new parts that I bought for my project but will not use so if there is any way to know the needs I would be happy to help out.

Per

[69*F5*SE]

I wanted to help so I donated the trunk pan.  It's so cool to see it installed in the pics.  Makes me feel like I am a part of the cause.  Things are really coming together for Ronni.  Thanks for the update Dave and for the link to the pics.    Ted Dugaro

[mikepmcs]

I HAVE THE DECK LID.  You might need to do a little tweaking/metal work maybe. You never know with my piece of junk car so I just wanted to get that out there. But it could definitely go as is right now.  I am coordinating with Jeff(jb666) down in Mass right now to see if he can assist with a little shipping guidance.

Shoot/PM  me the info.
Name, address, attention to, the works.

[mikepmcs]

Just got off the phone with Jeff. This will happen as soon as I get the info.

Mike

[jb666]

Mike -- Thanks for turning me on to this thread. I don't know how I missed it, but more often than not I don't even LOOK at stickies at the top of forums because they get so stale.

I'll GLADLY help out with shipping, and anything else I might have... I'll also gladly make a donation, this is a GREAT cause!!!!!!! 

[dodgert68]

Anyone with questions on parts needed can contact Mike Meeks, his number is listed in a post on this thread, or myself my contact info is on my web site at www.allclassicsrestoration.com

[mikepmcs]

i'll give him a ring today

[jb666]

I'll give him a ring, too. If there's nothing I can donate (Only have a few extra parts that probably aren't needed) then at least I could make a donation. This is an awesome cause that we should all be proud to be a part of.

[dodgert68]

Just want everyone to know Ronni is not doing well ...so the press is on to get the car finished or in paint for her to see. We still need some new parts mike and I both have copies of the list. And donations would help too so we buy what is needed. Thanks to everyone again!!

[jb666]

Great.  Is there any chance you could post the list here so that it's not duplicated?

Also, I just spoke with Mike. He's going to drive the decklid down to me , I'll pack it up safely and ship it on my account. It's a 2-3 day ship point from my work to your location, so you'll have it quickly.

I'd go shopping on EBay for a couple of the remaining items, but I figured there wasn't enough time to get into a bidding war!!

[mikepmcs]

As Jeff said, I will drive it down and it will be this Saturday now per above post by Dave.  I looked at the decklid closer and there will be a little tinsmithing needed on the rear lip but it can come back without issue IMO.

M

[Wango Mango]

Just sold my 69 R/T SE project, but may have some parts you can use.  As soon as I see a posted list of parts needed, I'll see what I can donate.  I sure hope you can make it happen for her.

[dodgert68]

Ok here's a list of things we still need to get, any screw or bolt set is from the RT Specialties web site.  Lower windshield molding trim retainer. roof rail molding screw set, rear splash shield bolt set, console shifter slide, console woodgrain kit, door panel clip set, dash to body screw set, sunvisor screw set ,a pillar screw set, blocks that the upper inside windshield trim screws too, peace the rear window lower trim screw too, window crank spacers, washer pump & filter, radiator overflow hose, fuel line to body clip set 3/8 line, seat mounting nut set, heater hose nipple set, cosole shifter to floor gasket, interior door handles, rear axle flange seals(white foam seals), flip top fuel cap and trim ring, scuff plate extensions, forward light harness, console light harness, fuel filler neck to body seal(white foam seal under cap), front splash shields between fenders and valance with mount screws or a sample so i can get new ones.
This is what i have as of now if you are able to supply us with any of these things please post what you will get here so everyone can see and nothing is repeated. Alot of the screw sets are inexpensive individually but all together add up si if you would like to purchase one or two sets that would be a great help. You can email me at allclassicsrestoration@hotmail.com for my shipping address.
We should start cutting in the fenders and doors and hood today, Moving right along with main body hopefully will be in paint by the end of next week.
Thanks again to everyone for their interest and help with this project with out it it could not happen!!
Dave

[dodgert68]

Got the trunk lid from Mike and took and had it blasted today over all its in very nice condition, just a little body work on the rear lip but rust free. Thanks very much this will definitely be on the car and make things go a little quicker.

[jb666]

Got the trunk lid from Mike and took and had it blasted today over all its in very nice condition, just a little body work on the rear lip but rust free. Thanks very much this will definitely be on the car and make things go a little quicker.

I'm glad this worked out. Mike was very generous to drive 3 hours to get this to me (to ship out) . I'm glad to be a part of something like this. I'll PM you with a list of some extras I bought. If you want any of it, it's yours.

[dodgert68]

We still are in need of a pair of front splash shields that mount between the fender headlight area and the front valance.

[lacucarachaloco]

you had some console parts listed... are you just looking for the slide around the shift lever itself or the whole plate?

[dodgert68]

As far as the console goes we could use a new slide the one that is in the plate is a little cracked. We also need the wiring for the courtesy lights.

[Tilar]

How is this coming along? Is there anything you still need? And are you still aiming for the Chrysler Classics in Norwalk?

[dodgert68]

Well a big hurdle was crossed today we got paint on the car so now reassembly can start taking place. A couple things we still need are the console wiring harness, front splash shields between the fender and valance, and the sail panel vinyl top trim stainless pieces. We will have the car at Norwalk for the show and i'll bring my list of needed parts with me so stop by check out the car. I'll be set up next to Legendary Interiors not exactly sure were that will be but if you foind them you'll find me.

[Tilar]

I plan on being there. If nothing else maybe I can at least donate a little coin so you can get something for it. Is the young girl going to be able to be there?

[RonnisUncle]

Cool site, love the energy and out pouring of generosity.  I do find strange that this thread does not mention that Ronni Vaughn Steves, the 16 year girl who the car this is, died July 30, 2009, never seeing the car.  If any one of you would like to send to send a card or note to Ronni's grieving parents or sisters, the address is

Steves Family
7683 E Townline Road
Williamson, NY  14589

[moparstuart]

Cool site, love the energy and out pouring of generosity.  I do find strange that this thread does not mention that Ronni Vaughn Steves, the 16 year girl who the car this is, died July 30, 2009, never seeing the car.  If any one of you would like to send to send a card or note to Ronni's grieving parents or sisters, the address is

Steves Family
7683 E Townline Road
Williamson, NY  14589

very sad to  here  ,  sorry for your loss .  Wish she would have gotten to see the car finished .