[dodgemahal]

To the few on this thread that underestimate Challenger's handling capabilities: Mopar Action magazine did an article a while back about a 'timed' Mountain road race in Nevada. The name of the race escapes me but it called by the numerical name of the hiway. (Google it.) One of the mags staffers entered the fray with a TOTALLY STOCK 2011 SRT8 that beat the snot out of numerous modified Camaros and Mustangs as well as several European Supercars. The Chally placed very high indeed and exceeded a threshold that put it in a class/club reserved for the fastest, best handling cars. The race is a real twisty road with cliffs galore(no guard rails)......one wrong move and your dead. It's happened. From my memory, the only thing the driver did was he swapped different tires and turned off ESP. Otherwise factory stock. Poor handling? Not really.

 

[dodgemahal]

Its also a protection feature for the engine as well.

In the event of heatsoak or poor quality fuel, the clutch can disengage to protect the engine from detonation or overheat conditions should they arise.

Also, with the S/C not being constantly engaged, much longer life for that component. A full-time driven S/C would require more maintenance and probably require rebuils/refurbishing a few times over the life of the engine.

The Mercedes / AMG S/C 5.5 V8 employed a clutched S/C '03-'06 years.

Indeed.......My wife's '05 SRT6 Crossfire has a clutched SC and turns on at a certain RPM. Also the PCM monitors all SC critical components, e.g. inter-cooler pump, and will command the SC to shut down whenever there is a failure. It runs crappy w/o the SC. With the SC it's a rocket!

 

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Well, tell that same dealership to treat their SRTs like they do their RAMS and Darts; they'll sell them. Most dealerships treat potential SRT8 customers like they're unworthy and that the cars are above haggling prices. Those dealerships won't sell a car. The ones that do "deal", will. Just ask the salesmen at Bob Fredricks...

.....I'm lovin me some Bob Frederick's Dodge!

 

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I'm gonna order me up a green one on April 4th! Anyone wanna join me?

 

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No green for 2014 ...model year

Very clever syntax Moparjoe.....Very clever indeed!

 

[dodgemahal]

The building excitement has really got me pumped. I can't hardly wait!

 

[dodgemahal]

I just wanna see that front and rear NAKED! :naughty:

That's right...........I like a sexy set of a bra and panties, but these are getting old. Peel those OFF baby!!!!!!!!!:cheers:

 

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There won't be - this platform LX/LC/LD and soon to be LA is set up for the foot operated parking brake.

That makes me happy!

 

[dodgemahal]

Anybody know how much HP and torque that trunk mounted vacuum will have? Or will it be calibrated in 'Mouse Power'????? I heard a rumor the vacuum will have two keys as well: one for a little sucking and one for a whole lotta sucking. I hope it comes in a Sublime color.

 

[dodgemahal]

For now, 275/40/20. 9.5in rim vs the current 9.0in rim. Also, launch control and traction control.. although sitting and spinning isn't always a bad thing.

That's the coolest pic.......thanks for my new desktop background!

 

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Is it just me or does it seem like all the WAITING and SPECULATION just never ever ends............Oh wait, I think I'm hearing the theme music from the "Twilight Zone"(Doo-doo-doo, doo-doo-doo, etc.) On the other hand I feel like a little kid waiting for Christmas day to come.

 

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Very cool RS. I meant 5 years I've had my car and you still the man. I knew you'd been here already.

Hey, Let's throw a party for RS!! Then we can meet him and pat him on the back until his shoulders bleed. Really though, he's the main reason I'm here(Besides the Challenger). Keep up the good work. Oh yeah, one more thing, all you guys are pretty cool. The info I get here is awesome. Now I'm going to cry a little.

 

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Okay, here's my take------ When I first saw it I really liked it except for the smile up front, but lo and behold, every time I come back to the computer and look at more pics I like it more and more. It seems to grow on me at an exponential rate. Can't wait to get one!

 

[dodgemahal]

I was thinking the exact same thing. The interior is too wavy for me and doesn't connect to the style of the car. If you look at the redesigned Mustang the interior is completely updated but screams Mustang. The Challenger looks like it could have come out of a luxury sedan.

I guess you missed seeing the plethora of stying cues cues that "screams '71 Challenger". These have been pointed out in several previous posts.

 

[dodgemahal]

Unfortunetely you cannot have the pearl interior with the shaker. You can only get pearl as an option on SXT plus and RT plus.

I was looking at the same thing that you want as well. It's too bad

Yeah, noticed that too.......a little disappointed but still won't be complaining.

 

[dodgemahal]

Hey RS... Don't stay away too long, you might get so far behind on all the questions that it will take you too long to answer all of them.

Yes Sir........we miss you dude.

 

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HAHA........ I thought the same thing!

Michael

Can someone explain the "polishing nightmare" with stripes? It looks like the 392 shaker will be my first car with stripes. Thanks in advance.

 

[dodgemahal]

Tell that wife to shut her cawkholder or hit the bricks. She'll be happier and you will be too either way it goes.

Oh my gosh, that's about the funniest thing I've heard in a while.....I laughed until I cried. Thanks man.

 

[dodgemahal]

Who is this guy?
Dude why are you posting this nonsense? You have no idea what you're talking about. Stop it. What are you? 12?
Read the f***ing thread like the rest of us.
BTW, the mustang will suite you better. Perfect match.




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I apologize if this "fuster Cluck" has blown over; not my intention to reopen an old sore, but am I the only one who skips over Rupauls' posts without even reading them. Just sayin.

 

[dodgemahal]

Referring to the press release.pdf, what is the "P" seen in the columns and rows in the Feature Availability section?