The 1972 and 1973 challenger mirrored the new market realities. Following shows the average mpg of each of the 2 vehicles in the system. However, the first use of the challenger name by dodge was in 1959 for marketing a value version of the fullsized coronet silver challenger from model years 1970 to 1974, the first generation dodge challenger pony car was built. Vintage parts for 1973 dodge challenger for sale ebay. Vintage wwii fuel oil ration calendar and delivery record for sale at wenzel thrifty nickel. New old stock low fuel relay for 1970 1971 1972 1973 plymouth barracuda and dodge challenger part number 2983828. Slight cracks in paint on hood, ut overall very nice.
Even though the 1973 74 models didnt have the performance of the earlier cars, they still had the inherent challenger barracuda good looks and remained a. Apr 08, 2008 we also consulted the following period road tests. In addition to the stepbystep instructions, youll find that this shop manual is loaded with a huge number and variety of visual aids. This 1973 dodge challenger delivers exactly what you want from a classic mopar, and does it for an obtainable price. The organisation of petroleum producing countries opec imposed an oil embargo on western countries which had supported israel during the arabisraeli yom kippur war. The amazing mopar dodgeplymouth 340 v8 engine allpar. Motor era offers hundreds of auto service repair manuals for your dodge download your manual now.
Vehicle engine search vehicle engine search makemodel search. Dec 09, 2011 i have a motor fuel ration book ref lh6 806166 completely unused is this worth anything also, i have 12 bells of answered by a verified antique expert we use cookies to give you the best possible experience on our website. I seem to remember this being given to me in the early sixties when i. The emissionsinsurance fuel crisis triumvirate meant the end of the bigblock cars, and even the overachieving 340 went by the wayside. I have a motor fuel ration book ref lh6 806166 completely. When youre low on oil, coolant or some other fluid, you may be tempted to just run down to the local auto parts chain store. Mopar performance 400 magnum emblem 197274 charger. You could get a 340cid v8 as an option as well as a 4speed transmission or a torqueflite. In 1973, sales of the dodge challenger actually increased, the only year this happened in the first generation of challengers. What is the fuel capacity for a 1973 dodge challenger. In the booklet there are 39 n units and 18 l units over a 6 month period. See more ideas about how to memorize things, african american movies and no one loves me. Dodge challenger technical specs, fuel consumption, dimensions. Correct routing of fuel line from fuel pump to carb on.
Most people today think of the rationing of goods to be solely confined to the period covering world war ii and the period shortly after. But the pony car that once hit 425 bhp and boasted a quarter mile in 14 seconds was battling growing government emission regulations at the height of the environmental movement, and the challenger now only offered two v8 engine types the basically wimpy 318, 150. We offer new crate engines, engine management, efi fuel tanks, and much much more. New 1972 mopar bbody 197274 ebody big block engine wiring harness fits. Henceforth vehicle fuel was only available to official users, such as the. The dodge challenger is the name of three different generations of automobiles two of those being pony cars produced by american automobile manufacturer dodge. November 1943, midway in the war, the census bureau counted the number of ration book. Rolling on a longer wheelbase 110 inches, compared to 108, the challenger appeared in hardtop and convertible forms with either sixcylinder or v8 power. Below you can see a distribution of the fuel ups with 2 outliers 6. Get the best deals on vintage parts for 1973 dodge challenger when you shop the largest online selection at. Claiming the top spot with the original challenger hellcats 707 hp, dodge has been topping itself ever since. Ration book in automobilia in collectables for sale ebay.
The emissionsinsurancefuel crisis triumvirate meant the end of the bigblock cars, and even the overachieving 340 went by the wayside. Choose top quality brands action crash, diy solutions, spectra premium. Appearance was altered with a sad mouth eggcrate grille and four smaller, rectangular taillamps, with the backup lights. This is a quality reproduction of the manual set that dodge dealer mechanics would have used to. Motor fuel ration book stock photos and images alamy. Such books were issued by the government which anticipated petrol. New 197074 dodge plymouth ebody standard fuel gauge oer mopar lic part 2984119 fits. If you feel happy that you have received this from me please leave me a rating. Powered by srt dodge s engineering team powered by srt means that the engine was. Get your modified challenger breathing easy with a cold air intake or even an upgraded air filter, allowing more clean, fresh air into your challengers engine for a bigger, more powerful bang. This 1973 dodge chassis service manual is a highquality reproduction of the original equipment manufacturer oem service manual. It had highflow heads, big ports, a twolevel intake manifold, and a sixbarrel option three twobarrel carbs.
I have a motor fuel ration book dated 15012200 and the number displayed is nh3721995. The dodge demon holds a place in the guinness book. Join millions of people using oodle to find unique used cars for sale, certified preowned car listings, and new car classifieds. The manuals on the detroit iron cds were published by the car maker for their service departments across all dealerships. Dodge challenger 440 magnum scg road test, sports car graphic november 1969. Correct routing of fuel line from fuel pump to carb. We can even build your dream ride, so whether it is a 1970 or a 20 challenger we have the knowledge and experience for all your performance needs. Shop millions of cars from over 21,000 dealers and find the perfect car. Books such as this were issued by the british government to combat petrol shortages during the 1973 oil crisis. I am new to this webpage and hope that there is someone out there that can help me troubleshoot a starting problem with my 1973 dodge challenger.
Fuel tank straps retain the fuel tank to the vehicle. History of the 19701974 dodge challenger chryslers ebody platform debuted in 1970 as a base for plymouths latest barracuda and dodges allnew challenger. Vintage motor fuel ration bookpetrol coupons 1970s good condition. Meza, az 85204 1041 miles from you 1973 dodge challenger. This 1973 dodge challenger rallye represents a pretty unique opportunity. Registration requirements for listing in the national register of historic. For 1973, the challenger remained almost untouched. Motor fuel ration book for sale in uk view 36 bargains. Heres my 1973 ration book issued at the time of the opec embargo following the yom kippur war when oil prices quadrupled overnight and it was feared that there may be a run on the petrol stations. Image of motor fuel ration book, serial no lh 553685, 1973. Convertibles were gone, along with the scat pack and all the bigblock engines, and there were now just two offerings, a standard hardtop and a sportier version called the rallye, a replacement for the rt. It had revised grille insert and large rubber bumper guards to meet safety bumper regulations. My 1973 motor fuel ration book heres my 1973 ration book. This engine produces 485 horsepower and 475 lbft of torque and helps the dodge charger to accelerate from 060 mph in the low foursecond range and hit a top speed of 182 mph.
It contains over 900 pages of details and specifications for jobs from small to large. The custom muscle car that you always wished you had the time to build is now up for grabs. Buy a 1973 dodge challenger fuel tank at discount prices. Vehicle engine search vehicle engine search makemodel search make engine. History of the 19701974 dodge challenger chryslers ebody platform debuted in 1970 as a base for plymouths latest barracuda and dodge s allnew challenger.
Stock rt owners, what octane fuel are you running dodge. World war ii and the american home front nps irma portal. Dodge challenger 1973, fia historic grp race seat by cobra seats. Dodge challenger questions motor id location cargurus. Come join the discussion about performance, modifications, troubleshooting, hemi mopar power, poweradders, and more. Stock, you can run 85, 87, 91, 93 and the pcm will adjust to keep the engine running and avoid knock or detonation. But the pony car that once hit 425 bhp and boasted a quarter mile in 14 seconds was battling growing government emission regulations at the height of the environmental movement, and the challenger now only offered two v8 engine types the basically wimpy 318, 150 bhp.
In their location underneath the vehicle, the fuel tank and straps are exposed to water, snow, ice and road salt, all of which. As the name suggests this is a unique seat by cobra which fulfils a market sector exclusively for drivers needing a safe, high. Rationing was introduced temporarily by the british government several times during the 20th. British motor fuel ration book, for a motor car 1100 c. Purchasers had to present ration books with them when shopping so that the. Find 1973 dodge challengers for sale on oodle classifieds. Lavish execution with little or no thought toward practical application, car and driver november 1969. Even though the 197374 models didnt have the performance of the earlier cars, they still had the inherent challengerbarracuda good looks and remained a popular choice among buyers. This is a new reproduction zinc plated steel fuel tank with 4 front vent pipes for 197074 dodge challenger. Harness a horsepowerbearing bounty of oxygen with a dodge challenger intake for a fullthrottle driving experience. Classic industries offers a wide selection of 1973 dodge challenger parts, including 1973 dodge challenger interior parts and soft trim, 1973 dodge challenger exterior sheet metal, 1973 dodge challenger moldings, 1973 dodge challenger emblems, 1973 dodge challenger weatherstrip and unique accessories, to nearly every nut and bolt needed for installation. The 1973 and 1974 dodge challenger photo donated by barry bumgardner of rutherfordton, north carolina. Chryslers 340 cubic inch v8 was one of the best engines of the 1960s and 1970s for performance enthusiasts.
On average, americans spend around 17,600 minutes driving each year. Because there was little difference between these two years and the 1974 model run was only a few months long ending in march 74 i have grouped the two model years together here on the same page. Rolling on a longer wheelbase 110 inches, compared to 108, the challenger appeared in hardtop and. Motor fuel ration books science museum group collection. Consumer instruction sheet war ration book two retronaut retro. The most accurate 1970 dodge challengers mpg estimates based on real world results of 3 thousand.
Classic industries offers a wide selection of 1974 dodge challenger parts, including 1974 dodge challenger interior parts and soft trim, 1974 dodge challenger exterior sheet metal, 1974 dodge challenger moldings, 1974 dodge challenger emblems, 1974 dodge challenger weatherstrip and unique accessories, to nearly every nut and bolt needed for installation. Mopar 70 71 72 73 74 challenger flip top gas cap 1970 1971. Uk petrol rations petroleum rationing coupons motor fuel ration book. Because there was little difference between these two years and the 1974 model run was only a few months long ending in march 74 i have grouped the. A soupedup, limegreen dodge challenger from the 70s era appears as the car driven by notorious hood john ace merrill. The slantsix was no longer the base engine with the 318cid being the base. Below you can see a distribution of the fuel ups with 0 outliers 0. In addition to all those minutes spent on the road, imagine this.
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