1970 Charger Pro-Tour Build - aka "Punishment"

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I am building a 1970 Charger, fully modernized, from the ground-up. The name of the car is "Punishment."

The work is being done by Dave Salvaggio, in Milwaukee: http://www.salvaggioautodesign.com/

Dave also built the 1970 Challenger known as "Insidious." Pictures of that car are here:
http://www.amcarguide.com/custom/cle...ge-challenger/

I'll post pics here as the car gets built.

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Here are the designs for the car, rendering by Sean Smith of http://www.seansmithdesigns.com/

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[214Chevy]

Sweeeeeett!!:yes: :yes: I like the incorporation of the new Charger's taillight. Keep the pics coming!:thumbsup:

[Bakaruda]

Man I love what you have done with your car.

[waynieZ]

Sweet Project. That tail section looks great.

[BODYSHOPMARO]

nice work:thumbsup:

[mexMan]

I would have used the new gen Charger's tails BUT the Chally's ones looks really cool too.

[daemon2]

Nice build

[coolwelder62]

I really never cared for Mopar's.Until now.This is flat outstanding.The new style tail's really make this project come alive. The C-6 covette front suspension should make this drive awesome.:thumbsup: :thumbsup:

[Bucketlist2012]

Man that is a very sweet build....:thumbsup:

[moparnate]

love the tailight idea, cool build

[Tuske427]

Awesome build!!! That is going to be one sweet ride

[tones2SS]

Great build guys. I will be watching this one.

[verticalflight]

Thanks for all the good words!

Getting started on suspension and interior soon. Had to order gauges now, here is the design (from ampcustomshop.com)

http://www.ampcustomshop.com/kit/8088

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Back from the dipper...

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[Ron in SoCal]

Man that looks slick. Fresh metal eCoat. Where did you get it done?

Car's lookin' great Sir :thumbsup:

[Bakaruda]

MAN, I love the build.

[tubbed69]

thats one cool Mopar!!!!

[tones2SS]

Looking awesome. This is going to be a killer build.
Gotta love those pro-tour Mopars!

[E.rodz]

gotta love those big body mopars! nothing like a 8 ft long qtr. pannel to sand the day away? lets see more before picts. what are you going to use as a power plant?

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Some updated pics!

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[torino420]

Awesome build, love the early Chargers. Can't wait to see how it turns out.:yes:

[454SSguy]

Love the wheel and brake choices. Those gauges look pretty sweet too.

[FETorino]

Your killing me....... 2 much teasing with all these shots of great parts. Love the car love the build hate the suspense........

[Ron in SoCal]

Your project is looking great! And I LOVE those wheels. :yes: What sizes are you running?

[verticalflight]

Thanks!

Wheels are 18" and 19", with some pretty solid deep dish action in the rear :)

[Spiffav8]

Great car! One that I've always liked. Epic build. Great one to watch!

Thanks for sharing.

:captain:

[MODO Innovations]

Nice build!! Keep up the good work.

[manny z]

I own a 68 charger that I am building, and was wondering one thing. What are you using for bumpers? and what did you do the th rear glass area?

[verticalflight]

We are forming our own new bumpers for front and rear out of carbon

[manny z]

We are forming our own new bumpers for front and rear out of carbon

Nice, very nice. I am going to be modding my stock brackets on mine to bring both bumpers in closer to the body. What are you guys putting in that thing for power? engine wise?

[verticalflight]

6.1 hemi :thumbsup:

[tones2SS]

Very nice. Good to see the updates. I'm digging those wheels and those gauges.

[R.A.D]

looking good..........

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More pics!

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[FETorino]

I like what I'm seeing.

What size tire did you use to fill the rear of that big car.

[millerman340]

Sweet!

[Cdr.Instigator]

Sick Build!

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[GRob]

Looks great. Whose suspensions are you using?

[Crystalss]

Thanks!

Wheels are 18" and 19", with some pretty solid deep dish action in the rear :)

Car is outstanding! How much dish do the wheels actually have? I like that the fronts have a dish also, IMO it looks better than the cars with positive offset in the front. Can't wait to see more.

Herman

[Al Moreno]

Very nice! :hail:

[waynieZ]

Very Nice.

[alfierro]

I love it!

[verticalflight]

Thanks for all the positive words and feedback!

How much dish do the wheels actually have? Rears are 20X12 5inch backspace .....fronts are 18X9.5 with 4.75 Backspace

Whose suspensions are you using? Front Suspension is C6 Corvette rear suspension is our altered version of Detroit Speed and Engineering with Dana 60.

What size tire did you use to fill the rear of that big car. 335/35/ZR20

Can I ask you what's the paint code you use for the trans and engines front drive? Lamborghini Grigio Estoque made by Global Paint systemes (PPG).

[settintrendz]

Love it. Coming right along and turing out fantastic.

[tones2SS]

Amazing. I love me some Mopars!:thumbsup:

[xtreme]

Showing some Mopar love! I wish my dad kept his charger from back in the day, if I ever get the chance to do another car in the future, it will be a charger! Great project, keep it up man!

[Bakaruda]

Very nice car

[Gandalf]

Awesome Mopar build - love the attention to detail, choice of suspension and the overall theme. Can't wait to see more.

G.

[verticalflight]

Finally getting some paint on there!

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[camcojb]

that's gonna be a great car. :thumbsup:

[FETorino]

that's gonna be a great car. :thumbsup:

That's an understatement :wow:

[70 chevelle]

Beautiful work. Was it acid dipped and then e coat dipped. If so would you mind me asking who did it for you? Im in Chicago and have been looking for someone local that does ecoat dipping.

[verticalflight]

Re: acid/ecoat, not sure, somewhere local to Milwaukee.

BTW making great progress now...

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[Ron in SoCal]

Wow!!! I love this car...:wow: :wow: :cheers:

Re: eCoat/acid dip - there's a company up in Michigan that does it. If you're up for the trip, I can get you the link. IIRC it was about $2k for the body; doors, decklid, hood was extra...

[Bakaruda]

3 thumbs up!

[tones2SS]

Awesome work guys!! She's gonna look NASTY.:yes:

[nvr2fst]

Beautiful work. Was it acid dipped and then e coat dipped. If so would you mind me asking who did it for you? Im in Chicago and have been looking for someone local that does ecoat dipping.

Im assuming the shop sent it out to Restoration Specialists in Franklin, WI.
(10 min.out of Milwaukee) Thats where my camaro went to for dipping when it was at Daves (Salvaggio Design) shop.I believe Dave sends all his acid dipps to that company, They do great work!

[Al Moreno]

Shouldn't be long now :hail:

[elitecustombody]

Bad ass!:thumbsup:

[FETorino]

Awesome. :wow: :wow: :hail: :hail: :hail: :hail: :wow: :wow:

Can you put a matt black RT band on it and drop it off in my garage. :lol:

[joe440]

love it, color combo is awesome

[Flash68]

That thing looks mean. Love it. :thumbsup:

[fleetus macmullitz]

Those cars are sure on many a wish list. :thumbsup:

I really like the color and build style you guys went with...wow. :cool:

[verticalflight]

Thanks! Here is some work on the interior... being done by Steve Pearson of Upholstery Unlimited!

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[jy211]

looks great! What color gray is that?:thumbsup:

[tones2SS]

Looking awesome. Keep us posted.

[verticalflight]

The grey is a Lamborghini color. Grigio estoque.

Thanks!!

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[214Chevy]

Maaan, I got behind on this build thread and boy have I been missing out. Car is the real deal bro!!:yes: :yes: I'm really feeling that dash. It is sick!!:thumbsup: :thumbsup:

[manny z]

Just wondering, are you guys using a part of a door shell to make that panal. or is it going to go on the actual door itself as a panal? Car is looking real good.

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[tones2SS]

Very nice. I love me some pro-touring Mopars!:yes:

[WSSix]

I really like how the new Charger tail lights have been incorporated. That's going to look so good at twilight and in darkness. You've got to get some quality rear 3/4 shots or straight on rear shots of this car at sunset or sunrise. Very nice.

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Latest pics.

I hope you guys like the result from the area behind the rear seats - notice the scallops that we used, similar to the scallops on the outside of the doors :)

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We are going to debut the car at SEMA next month.

Here are some newer interior pics. Suede headliner.

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[WSSix]

What method did he use for putting the CF cloth onto those trim pieces?

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For the last pic, they made a mold...

[Rick D]

Wow just went through this whole thread!! Very nice!! :thumbsup:

[windycitychev]

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Are the door handles flush and if so do they make them for a chevelle and were can I get a set they look sweet and so does your build

[verticalflight]

Those are '70 Challenger handles FYI :thumbsup:

[Z10ROD]

very cool so far.

[R.A.D]

outstanding whats next?

[verticalflight]

Thanks!

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[mdprovee]

I really like whay you are doing with thi car. The dash is a work of art. Always had a love for the Chargers.

[preston]

Wow that dash looks awesome. The headliner is very nice as well.

[verticalflight]

A few more pics, getting close to SEMA now!

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[verticalflight]

Grill turned out great!

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[DOOM]

Thats just a work of art there WOW !!!:wow: Can't wait to see it at SEMA!!

[Ron in SoCal]

Thats just a work of art there WOW !!!:wow: Can't wait to see it at SEMA!!

Yep! What booth is it going to be in? Great job guys...:thumbsup:

[tones2SS]

Car looks great!

[waynieZ]

This car is gorgeous! Beautiful work. I love the interior parts I can't wait to see more.

[WSSix]

I really like this car. The interior looks great. The see through inner fenders are a neat touch. Are you planning to drive the car much? If so, may I suggest covering the inner fenders with some of the clear tape/paint protectant stuff. That way you can still clean them and protect the clear plastic from pits etc.

[verticalflight]

Thanks!

The car will be at the ARMO booth, related to HRIA.

Good idea on protecting the inner fenders!

[FETorino]

Thanks!

The car will be at the ARMO booth, related to HRIA.

Good idea on protecting the inner fenders!

Beautiful. I can't wait to see this car in person. :thumbsup:

[Flash68]

I loved Steve Strope's Hammer, but this is taking it up a notch. :thumbsup:

[Vince@Meanstreets]

very nice work....

[Vince@Meanstreets]

Awesome. :wow: :wow: :hail: :hail: :hail: :hail: :wow: :wow:

Can you put a matt black RT band on it and drop it off in my garage. :lol: I was thinking the same thing....would look great with a matte band.....that and my garage. :D

[yellow99s]

This car is gorgeous! Beautiful work. I love the interior parts I can't wait to see more.

Thanks! I'm James from Upholstery Unlimited and aside from the CNC'd trim rings, oem visors, and Auto Meter gauges, I hand fabricated everything inside the car so far. I'm excited for everyone to see it for themselves next week and if any shop owners have this sort of position they need filled in the Arizona / Nevada region (I'm done with snow) I'd love to hear about it. Thanks again for the great comments guys, it means a lot!:burnout:

[verticalflight]

Thanks for posting James. See you next week in Vegas. I have your team t-shirt :) BTW we are doing a nice steak dinner on the 30th if you can make it!

[verticalflight]

A few more pics... its on its way to Vegas right now!

http://www.acetra.net/punishment/nn1.jpg

http://www.acetra.net/punishment/nn2.jpg

http://www.acetra.net/punishment/nn3.jpg

http://www.acetra.net/punishment/nn4.jpg

http://www.acetra.net/punishment/nn5.jpg

http://www.acetra.net/punishment/nn6.jpg

http://www.acetra.net/punishment/nn7.jpg

http://www.acetra.net/punishment/nn8.jpg

http://www.acetra.net/punishment/nn9.jpg

[Matt@BOS]

Congrats to you guys for getting it done and loaded on the trailer! I will be sure to check this out next week.

Matt

[FETorino]

What can I say.....:wow: :wow:

Can't wait to see it next week.

:cheers:

[verticalflight]

If you are in Vegas, the car is at SEMA right now, Central building... Spot 23395...

http://www.acetra.net/punishment/map.gif

[DOOM]

Will be there!!!!! Can't wait to see it!!

[settintrendz]

Great job on this thing! Turned out sooooo bitchin! I might not even wait till tomorrow to go see it!

[Jano4]

That is one amazing looking Charger :thumbsup:

[verticalflight]

Looks like we made it onto Speedhunters...

http://cdn.speedhunters.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/sema-setup-21.jpg

[mdprovee]

Gorgeous car!!

[tones2SS]

Car looks great!

[Royalworks]

I wish I got to go. Only a few more years and I'll go. Charger is SICK.

[settintrendz]

The crew and I spent a bunch of time checking this out. Turned out awesome! Great job buddy. Shows very well. Cant wait to hear reports on how it drives. Very cool. :thumbsup:

[Tuske427]

Agreed, this car is awesome!

http://i277.photobucket.com/albums/kk73/Tuske427/SEMA%202012/DSC04464.jpg

here are the rest of the pics I took from SEMA this week, if anyone is interested.

http://s277.photobucket.com/albums/kk73/Tuske427/SEMA%202012/

[verticalflight]

What a great day at SEMA yesterday. The car was photographed lots of times. People were very excited about the front bumper and engine placement, the rear tail lights, and the interior.

MOPAR got some love!

Some pics from the day... the first is me with Dave Salvaggio the builder...

http://www.acetra.net/punishment/sema1a.jpg

http://www.acetra.net/punishment/sema2a.jpg

http://www.acetra.net/punishment/sema3a.jpg

http://www.acetra.net/punishment/sema4a.jpg

http://www.acetra.net/punishment/sema5a.jpg

http://www.acetra.net/punishment/sema6a.jpg

http://www.acetra.net/punishment/sema7a.jpg

[DOOM]

OUTSTANDING!!! Everthing on this car is done to perfection!! The paint work alone was incredible!!:wow:

[Ripped]

You guys did a fabulous job, I would love to see it in person.

Wouldn't change a thing, well, except for maybe a vintage hemi... well maybe not, anyway, kudos.

She's perfect. Love the colour too.

[verticalflight]

Thanks guys!!!

Some latest pics... interior is all done now, the rest of the car has about a week or two left... FINALLY coming home soon!

http://www.acetra.net/punishment/tt1.jpg

http://www.acetra.net/punishment/tt2.jpg

http://www.acetra.net/punishment/tt3.jpg

http://www.acetra.net/punishment/tt4.jpg

http://www.acetra.net/punishment/tt5.jpg

http://www.acetra.net/punishment/tt6.jpg

http://www.acetra.net/punishment/tt7.jpg

http://www.acetra.net/punishment/tt8.jpg

http://www.acetra.net/punishment/tt9.jpg

http://www.acetra.net/punishment/tt10.jpg

http://www.acetra.net/punishment/tt11.jpg

http://www.acetra.net/punishment/tt12.jpg

http://www.acetra.net/punishment/tt13.jpg

http://www.acetra.net/punishment/tt14.jpg

[verticalflight]

http://www.acetra.net/punishment/tt15.jpg

http://www.acetra.net/punishment/tt16.jpg

http://www.acetra.net/punishment/tt17.jpg

http://www.acetra.net/punishment/tt18.jpg

http://www.acetra.net/punishment/tt19.jpg

http://www.acetra.net/punishment/tt20.jpg

http://www.acetra.net/punishment/tt21.jpg

http://www.acetra.net/punishment/tt22.jpg

[Vegas69]

Very nicely done....

[preston]

I don't know how you managed to create such an illusion of depth in the door pocket like that, but the LED accent lighting just looks incredible. Combined with the dash instruments this is one of the best interiors I have seen in a while.

I don't know my Chargers that well, but if I didn't know better I would think the doors have actually been widened based on how "wide" that top flat shelf portion is. I am widening my Mustang doors and they look like that now.

It would be interesting to see more of how that door glass was flush mounted and all that was involved in that. I'll look back through this thread but I don't think its in here.

[Royalworks]

I see you guys used the new steering column. We did the same thing except we used the factory steering wheel. Not fun to make the horn work with out an airbag inside. It is nice having tilt and a telescoping steering column. Looks great!

http://www.acetra.net/punishment/nn6.jpg

[Vince@Meanstreets]

I see you guys used the new steering column. We did the same thing except we used the factory steering wheel. Not fun to make the horn work with out an airbag inside. It is nice having tilt and a telescoping steering column. Looks great!

http://www.acetra.net/punishment/nn6.jpg

I agree, and you might want to stock up on those clock springs.

nice work. Must smell like a new car!!! :thumbsup:

[preston]

We see a lot of top quality pro builds on this site and I get as jaded as anyone. i checked out this car a few times and really liked it, but while I like Mopars the Charger isn't my favorite early body style, and my build style preferences a bit different than this car, but I keep finding myself coming back to this thread and checking out the pictures again. I think its the interior especially that is really turning my crank, but the late model tail lights and paint quality are so good too, and the "unnoticed" details like the flush mount glass - anyway a 2nd set of congratulations on capturing the 'je ne sais qua' of pro touring.

[waynieZ]

Beautiful job. I love this car, everything looks awesome.

[verticalflight]

Hey guys, been a while. the car is on its way now from Milwaukee, via Passport Transport.

The car made it into Popular Hot Rodding. Here are a few pics... along with an extra from Rob McGaffin!

http://www.acetra.net/punishment/tat1.jpg

http://www.acetra.net/punishment/tat6.jpg

http://www.acetra.net/punishment/tat2.jpg

http://www.acetra.net/punishment/tat3.jpg

http://www.acetra.net/punishment/tat4.jpg

http://www.acetra.net/punishment/tat5.jpg

[Flash68]

Just saw it in PHR.... congrats! :thumbsup:

[tubbed69]

ONE bad Mopar,love the interior and everything else about iy,great job

[tones2SS]

Awesome car.

[Ripped]

I love it.

[yousef]

I have a Dodge Charger 1968 project And I am modifying the firewall, The only problem I am facing In that modification is The wipers motor Location
So I am wondering What did you use for the wipers or how did you manage to hide it.

Thanks