Stripe or no stripe?

[OldGuy]

We are in the finishing stages of restoring our 1968 Charger.  It is a 383, 4-BBL, 4-speed (1 of 259).  Just got it back from having the vinyl top and new headliner put on.  It has been restored back to original build sheet specs except the rims and tires we want to put on it.  We are planning to put on 15" Bassetts.
http://bassettwheel.com/dhole_asphalt.html
Would like to put on yellow raised lettering Goodyear tires but I don't think they offer them anymore in a size that would fit the rims.  Will probably have to settle for BF Goodrich white raised letters.
I know it is a XP model with the 383 - not an R/T - but I think the bumblebee stripe (black) would really set it off.
What do you all think?

[OldGuy]

This is the look we want to end up with.

[FlatbackFanatic]

I think it will look Great!!!!!   Yes for the stripe!!

[rattlehead_74]

Definately Stripe!   With those bassets  will look super bad    nice car dude!

[tan top]

This is the look we want to end up with.

XP29H8 with a four speed  eh 
  nice looking charger

nice color  too    ,  looks awesome with & with out stripe  . sorry no help am i  

[bajaherbie]

i vote yes on the stripe...

you might consider firestone firehawk indy 500's. i think they may be discontinued but sets are still available.

[rt green]

show the money. stripes.  wife says no stipes. she says it makes it look longer and sleeker without

[nelson_audet]

stripe is a extremely nice ...i have it on my rt...but if you out the stripe and no rt embkem..i al note sure...for the look it will be beautifull but incorect...fir me stripe + rt emblem....so you will have a clone rt with a 383...

[Darkman]

Stripes for sure 

[Patronus]

Im thinking Bassetts too. Hopefully they can make their Inertia wheel in a 15x7 as I like that five hole pattern better. Def  
on the stripe. Especially on a '68.  

Also, check out the Goodyear SS drag radials...

[XS29L9Bxxxxxx]

I like V88 1969 cars so I am going to say no to the stripe 

[billssuperbird]

  stripes

[472 R/T SE]

I like V88 1969 cars so I am going to say no to the stripe 

ooooookkk





Nice to see you restored it back to broadcast sheet specs.  Our Chargers are big enough as it is.  The stripe sorta helps break it up.

Whatever tire you get, you can always use a yellow sharpie on the lettering.  Just make sure the letters have been bleached or whatever ahead of time eliminating all dirt.

[XS29L9Bxxxxxx]

I like V88 1969 cars so I am going to say no to the stripe 

ooooookkk

Yep 

[Ghoste]

I like the stripe.

[OldGuy]

i vote yes on the stripe...

you might consider firestone firehawk indy 500's. i think they may be discontinued but sets are still available.

What size rims and tires are you running?

[jaak]

I vote yes on the stripe too. With those long quarters, they almost need 'em, whether and RT or not 
Plus it will look great with those black wheels.


Jason

[billschroeder5842]

Stripe, stripe, stripe, stripe, stripe, stripe

[68 CHARGER R/T]

definately stripe 

[DougMN]

No stripe

[Sublime/Sixpack]

Stripe

[Bossman963]

definetly a stripe or maybe even a ghost stripe 

[Vainglory, Esq.]

The black stripe is a really good look.  I'm wavering between stripe or no stripe too right now, but your color combo is just begging for the black stripe.  I say do it.

[bajaherbie]

oldguy, 15x7's on the front and 15x8's on the rear...... they are Crager brand from summit.

[OldGuy]

oldguy, 15x7's on the front and 15x8's on the rear...... they are Crager brand from summit.

What's your tire size - front and back?

[Gregory]

Stripes for sure, could always take them off if you don't like it (if you go decals) but I vote stripes!!

[Fred]

I vote yes on the stripe too. With those long quarters, they almost need 'em, whether and RT or not 
Plus it will look great with those black wheels.


Jason

I'm thinking the same, those long quarter panels need stripes.  Beautiful car. 

[G-man]

Forget the black stripe. Put an 01 on the doors and then...   

[528HemiZach]

Definitely STRIPES!     

[greenpigs]

No stripe.

Once you get the rims & tires you want on,see what she thinks.

[Stretch]

I like the stripe!

[Musicman]

I vote for the Stripe 

[Surf Charger]

I think it will look great either way...but as far as the typical onlooker, a stripe will definitly set it apart from other vintage cars. Its just an iconic symbol of Mopar. You rarely see muscle cars outside of Mopar with a stripe. People see that stripe and they immediatly associate it with rare vintage muscle car. I think stripe. Do the decal...that way you can take it off if you decide otherwise.

[moparstuart]

I vote for the Stripe 

[67Charger440]

oldguy, 15x7's on the front and 15x8's on the rear...... they are Crager brand from summit.

I run those on the '67 in 17x8 front and rear.

[F8-4life]

No stripe... maybe if it was a 318 auto or something common. But being a 4 speed base model charger it is quite unique already. A strip just means a wannabe R/T.

[64dartgt]

I vote for the stripe.  If you like the stripe, go for it.  No need to put RT badges on it either.  I plan to put white 71 RT stripes on my 73.

[projectanimal]

I vote stripe!      Beautiful car and great idea with the racing wheels and tires!   Look forward to the after pictures. 

[cdr]

stripe

[404NOTFOUND]

Equally good either way. When it comes to beauty, chargers look so much better than anything on the road, it doesn't matter which model it is or what colour or whether it has stripes or not. The "clean look" is highly regarded by many and the charger has the lines to back it up. The colour of your car supports this as well. That said, when it comes to the "muscle car" image, the more scoops, stripes and emblems the better. I think you need to look at what image you want the car to project over the long term.

[Chris 69]

Stripe

I went with the same D-window wheels, but with the black center cap. Black or chrome look good IMO.

[charger Downunder]

Be differant go the white stripe.

[lexxman]

Oh yes,it's got to have stripes.

[Brass]

I keep going around and around with myself on that question too.  Not sure...  but for now, I tend to prefer stripes with a vinyl top – otherwise no stripe.

[bakerhillpins]

I personally like the stripes. For me the 68 stripe is my favorite. If I could order a car it would be a Blue car with white stripes and no vinyl top. Now that being said I own a stripe delete vinyl top car.

I just love the Chargers... 

[ChgrSteve67]

Stripe

[Bob T]

With the black roof and wheels its just the right combo for the stripe against the yellow, go for it 
And it will increase your 60ft times straight away too   

( disclaimer, owner of a 68 R/T clean top, S9 stripe delete car which is staying as it is.)
I put a white stripe on my old 68 RR1 white top car and it just gave it new life straight away

[tracpack440]

Stripe it.  Im thinking about a stripe for my car also.

[HITMAN 149]

DEFF do a stripe!!! love the yellow & black combo!!!

[NHCharger]

Yeah that car needs the stripes. My Grandmother use to drive yellow Mopars when I was young so I always associate. yellow cars = elderly drivers

[RECHRGD]

Yeah that car needs the stripes. My Grandmother use to drive yellow Mopars when I was young so I always associate. yellow cars = elderly drivers

I represent that remark!

[NHCharger]

Yeah that car needs the stripes. My Grandmother use to drive yellow Mopars when I was young so I always associate. yellow cars = elderly drivers

I represent that remark!

Well it does say "Old Timer" under your board name.

[Fred]

Stripe it.  Im think about a stripe for my car also.

Yeah definitely go with it. The silver would look so good with a stripe.

[AKcharger]

Hmmm what about the longitudinal strip like on '70's...that would be diffrent

[tan top]

Yeah that car needs the stripes. My Grandmother use to drive yellow Mopars when I was young so I always associate. yellow cars = elderly drivers

Yeah that car needs the stripes. My Grandmother use to drive yellow Mopars when I was young so I always associate. yellow cars = elderly drivers

I represent that remark!

Well it does say "Old Timer" under your board name.

   oh wait mines yellow with no stripe    

[RECHRGD]

For some reason I cannot post a picture.  Oh well, look at my avatar for my opinion on the matter......

[OldGuy]

Stripe

I went with the same D-window wheels, but with the black center cap. Black or chrome look good IMO.

What size rims and tires are you running - front and back?

[Chris 69]

Stripe

I went with the same D-window wheels, but with the black center cap. Black or chrome look good IMO.

What size rims and tires are you running - front and back?

Wheels are 15x8 in back and 15x7 in the front, Cragar brand from Summit. I'm out of town right now, and do not remember the tire size (the rears are wider than the fronts). When I get back next weekend, I'll let you know the tire sizes.

Chris

[XS29L]

Yipes Stripes  do it !!   

[Stretch]

Stripe it.  Im thinking about a stripe for my car also.

Then it will be a "Real" RT. right? 

[SFRT]

I'm greedy so I have both a stripe and and badges. Totally incorrect ( car is supposed to be stripe delete)..but the combo just looks bad-assed to me.

[XS29L]

Looks tuff with the steel wheels too.

[XS29L9B2]

yess strip white strip for my car in green

[moparstuart]

I'm greedy so I have both a stripe and and badges. Totally incorrect ( car is supposed to be stripe delete)..but the combo just looks bad-assed to me.

i agree ,  i know most hate the combo together and its incorrect but i love it with both   

[Bob T]

I'm greedy so I have both a stripe and and badges. Totally incorrect ( car is supposed to be stripe delete)..but the combo just looks bad-assed to me.

i agree ,  i know most hate the combo together and its incorrect but i love it with both  

+1 here too.
Should have been a ( X) Delete side scoops, add badge to stripe on flanks

[68_R/T_Eric]

SFRT,

What size of tires are you running?

Eric

[SFRT]

the rears are 295/50/15 on a 10" wheel. the front..i forget right now.. 8" wheel anyways. 235/65/15?? maybe. I'd have to look and its dark and cold in the garage right now...... I need to go to a larger diameter rear probably get some Hoosiers.

[autodynamics]

Stripe and a new set of wheels!!!!!!

[XS29L]

the rears are 295/50/15 on a 10" wheel. the front..i forget right now.. 8" wheel anyways. 235/65/15?? maybe. I'd have to look and its dark and cold in the garage right now...... I need to go to a larger diameter rear probably get some Hoosiers.
[ /quote ]

What is the backspace on the rear wheels ?

[SFRT]

its normal..4.5" ? I think. only issue I had was I had to shave the calipers on the rear disc brakes.  I got the wheels from Wheels Vintiques. 10" x 15" 'oem' steel wheel I have 2 sets, got drag slicks on the other set.

[The70RT]

I like the rear stripe except on the 70 RT. I like the longitudinal stripe on the 70 because I think it enhances the door scoop. 

[ChgrSteve67]

Got that stripe ordered yet?

[greenpigs]

I like the rear stripe except on the 70 RT. I like the longitudinal stripe on the 70 because I think it enhances the door scoop. 

My favorite Charger was/is the 70 Six Pack they tested in Cars magazine back in the day. Red with the longitudinal stripe & just mean looking.

[OldGuy]

Got that stripe ordered yet?

We have the stripe on hand - would like to get the rims and tires on first to see how it will look.

[Budnicks]

This is the look we want to end up with.

ANOTHER VOTE FOR THE STRIPE, IT LOOKS GREAT

[Chris 69]

Stripe

I went with the same D-window wheels, but with the black center cap. Black or chrome look good IMO.

What size rims and tires are you running - front and back?

Sorry for the late response:

Fronts = P245/60R15 on 15x7's.

Rears = P275/60R15 on 15x8's.

[OldGuy]

Stripe

I went with the same D-window wheels, but with the black center cap. Black or chrome look good IMO.

What size rims and tires are you running - front and back?

Sorry for the late response:

Fronts = P245/60R15 on 15x7's.

Rears = P275/60R15 on 15x8's.

Thanks - those are the sizes (rims & tires) we have been seriously considering.