Author: Jerry Ikemire

Push rods

Jerry Ikemire April 2, 2024

Just a quick one here…were the 318s using non-oiling pushrods back in the day?

I built an engine run stand to run my 383 since I’m not going to put it in my Challenger…I’ll use it somewhere else down the line. This is my first Dodge build and from what I can tell I will have to use the 727 or a 4 speed bell housing and flywheel to start it. Am I correct or is there another way?

318 Cam

Jerry Ikemire December 30, 2023

Original post was about putting a 383 in my ’73 Challenger…about 2 1/2 years ago. My engine builder, renowned race engine builder in my area throat punched me! We wanted anywhere from 400-425 hp. I picked it up and he charged me twice what we origin…

Time for lunch?

Jerry Ikemire June 4, 2023

Has anyone used a Lunchbox as opposed to a Sure Grip?

What’s it worth?

Jerry Ikemire August 27, 2021

I have a ’73 Challenger. Bought it 3 years ago and really haven’t had time to work on it…need to get it out of my way! I’ll post pictures later. It came with 318/904. It’s an A/C car. I have boxes and boxes of parts. Bundles of chrome trim. It is com…

K member question

Jerry Ikemire December 3, 2019

’73 Challenger….318/904 swapping to 383/727. Can I use the existing K member or do I need to change? Also, any experienced advice on overall front suspension changes needed? TIA

Windshield, front and rear

Jerry Ikemire December 1, 2019

I’m looking for front and rear windshield glass. ’73 Challenger. Anyone know of a resource or have said glass?

TIA