Welcome, another Canadian member!

There are many things you can do. Other members would share their recommendations.

I have a UPR Oil Catch Can installed in mine when I bought my car home. Then shortly afterwards it was the mid muffler delete (exhaust was too quiet for me). Afterwards, I had the rust-proofing spray done by Krown in the Spring when it comes out of storage (and once every Spring going forward) and then XPEL paint protection film right after that. I don't drive my vehicle in the winter time, on gravel road, or in bad weather but I'm anal about rust so I still get it rust-proof sprayed regardless.

Many forum members I'm sure would recommend a ceramic coating as one of the first things to do for your vehicle.

As for the break-in, here's the instructions for the six fours:

0 to 100 miles (0 to 161 km)

• Do not allow the engine to operate at idle for an extended period of time.
• Depress the accelerator pedal slowly and not more than halfway to avoid rapid acceleration.
• Avoid aggressive braking.
• Drive with the engine speed less than 3,500 RPM.
• Maintain vehicle speed below 55 mph (88 km/h) and observe local speed limits.

100 to 300 miles (161 to 483 km)

• Depress the accelerator pedal slowly and not more than halfway to avoid rapid acceleration in lower gears (1st to 3rd gears).
• Avoid aggressive braking.
• Drive with the engine speed less than 5,000 RPM.
• Maintain vehicle speed below 70 mph (112 km/h) and observe local speed limits.

300 to 500 miles (483 to 805 km)

• Exercise the full engine rpm range, shifting manually at higher rpms when possible.
• Do not perform sustained operation with the accelerator pedal at wide open throttle.
• Maintain vehicle speed below 85 mph (136 km/h) and observe local speed limits.

For the first 1500 miles (2414 km)
- Do not participate in track events, sport driving schools, or similar activities during the first 1500 miles (2414 km).

Not sure how accurate you would want to follow those instructions. I drive like a grandma in my Challenger so I just stayed off the freeway for my break-in.

Hope you enjoy your car! Being a new Challenger owner myself, I certainly love my car so far!

 

Welcome, another Canadian member!

There are many things you can do. Other members would share their recommendations.

I have a UPR Oil Catch Can installed in mine when I bought my car home. Then shortly afterwards it was the mid muffler delete (exhaust was too quiet for me). Afterwards, I had the rust-proofing spray done by Krown in the Spring when it comes out of storage (and once every Spring going forward) and then XPEL paint protection film right after that. I don't drive my vehicle in the winter time, on gravel road, or in bad weather but I'm anal about rust so I still get it rust-proof sprayed regardless.

Many forum members I'm sure would recommend a ceramic coating as one of the first things to do for your vehicle.

As for the break-in, here's the instructions for the six fours:

0 to 100 miles (0 to 161 km)

• Do not allow the engine to operate at idle for an extended period of time.
• Depress the accelerator pedal slowly and not more than halfway to avoid rapid acceleration.
• Avoid aggressive braking.
• Drive with the engine speed less than 3,500 RPM.
• Maintain vehicle speed below 55 mph (88 km/h) and observe local speed limits.

100 to 300 miles (161 to 483 km)

• Depress the accelerator pedal slowly and not more than halfway to avoid rapid acceleration in lower gears (1st to 3rd gears).
• Avoid aggressive braking.
• Drive with the engine speed less than 5,000 RPM.
• Maintain vehicle speed below 70 mph (112 km/h) and observe local speed limits.

300 to 500 miles (483 to 805 km)

• Exercise the full engine rpm range, shifting manually at higher rpms when possible.
• Do not perform sustained operation with the accelerator pedal at wide open throttle.
• Maintain vehicle speed below 85 mph (136 km/h) and observe local speed limits.

For the first 1500 miles (2414 km)
- Do not participate in track events, sport driving schools, or similar activities during the first 1500 miles (2414 km).

Not sure how accurate you would want to follow those instructions. I drive like a grandma in my Challenger so I just stayed off the freeway for my break-in.

Hope you enjoy your car! Being a new Challenger owner myself, I certainly love my car so far!

Thanks for all of this. I had read about both the oil catch can and the mid muffler delete and am happy to hear from someone who has done these in "real life" and recommends them. This will be my daily driver, although admittedly thanks to Covid I don't drive nearly as much as I used to. My partner has an SUV and we'll most likely use that 95% of the time in the winter. She is also so stoked to get our Challenger - a dream car she's wanted since she was young(er). Have to be careful with that, Lol.

I'm grateful for your advice. Thanks again!

 

I haven't done anything to mine yet but put 3 coats of wax on it... twice. I just hit 600 miles and I bought it a month ago.

Not really into cutting off mufflers and all that... I did that kinda thing 7 years ago on my first Challenger (2015 R/T) and don't see a need here. The car sounds amazing already. I did just order rock guards because they were recommended for the widebody by many people here. The car is going to remain mostly stock though.

As for break in... I took it to 93 mph on the test drive when had 20 miles on it... and took it over 100 mph for the first time the other day when it had 500+ miles on it. Otherwise the car has been driven like a Honda Accord.

Is that yours in your profile avatar?

Cheers!

 

I haven't done anything to mine yet but put 3 coats of wax on it... twice. I just hit 600 miles and I bought it a month ago.

Not really into cutting off mufflers and all that... I did that kinda thing 7 years ago on my first Challenger (2015 R/T) and don't see a need here. The car sounds amazing already. I did just order rock guards because they were recommended for the widebody by many people here. The car is going to remain mostly stock though.

As for break in... I took it to 93 mph on the test drive when had 20 miles on it... and took it over 100 mph for the first time the other day when it had 500+ miles on it. Otherwise the car has been driven like a Honda Accord.

Is that yours in your profile avatar?

Cheers!

Thanks for sharing. Admittedly, I'm not really sure if I'm prepared to start cutting things up, either. But I am willing to consider it!

And no, that's not my car. Mine is in some state at the factory right now. Expecting delivery mid-June (hopefully). But that is almost an identical twin.

First thing is to read your owners manual. Be aware of the maintenance schedule. If you don’t follow it, you may be putting your warranty coverage at risk. The break in procedure posted prior is from the manual. There are more pearls to be found in there. It’s always a good idea to start right there.

Use the search function on this forum and you’ll find a wealth of info here. After all, you are not the first to ask the question.
Post pics when it arrives. Congratulations and enjoy it safely.

Thanks - good advice. And I know I'm not the first to ask, but being new I also didn't know how to find the question. I will share pics - PROUDLY - when I take delivery!

PPF and ceramic coating are great first steps, not sure they qualify as mods. I did window tint, added the bumblebee stripe and Scalia Diablo rings. I can't bring myself to hack up the exhaust which I think sounds incredible in stock form.

Great ideas. I had to look up the Scalia Diablo rings - they look really good.

Ceramic coating and my location is window tint. Then sit back, enjoy, think. No need to rush.

I am seeing a lot about the ceramic coating. Is it really worth the investment (vs waxing every couple of months)?

Congratulations on your new ride. My Grandma used to say, "You know what makes a good bottle of wine?" and as a young boy I would say "What Grandma?"...She would say..."Whatever bottle tastes best to you."...make the new SP yours and whatever makes it best to you. Yes, definitely agree it is good to get advice and thoughts from other owners, but at the end of the day, do what makes the SP the best for you!

Great advice. 100% at the end of the day I'll do whatever I hear and think sounds amazing. I'm just really new to all of this and figure the best place to start is by asking others who feel the same way I do... but have some experience.

i ALWAYS wax my new car you can see exactly if there are any blemish or ding you might not notice..with almost 500 HP do not need performance mods..have FUN..

I definitely wasn't thinking about performance mods. The superbee door lights is adventurous as I've gotten so far. And yes, I plan to thoroughly enjoy hand-waxing this beauty!

I will mention that I first changed the oil at around 300 miles. Some will argue that it is not needed, but you never know whether there is some swarf floating around in there and possibly getting around the oil filter via the bypass. Agree on the catchcan 100%.

I have heard about the catch can, and it sounds like it really does work. Can I ask the dealer to install one, or is this something you take to a garage later?

 

First thing is to read your owners manual. Be aware of the maintenance schedule. If you don’t follow it, you may be putting your warranty coverage at risk. The break in procedure posted prior is from the manual. There are more pearls to be found in there. It’s always a good idea to start right there.

Use the search function on this forum and you’ll find a wealth of info here. After all, you are not the first to ask the question.
Post pics when it arrives. Congratulations and enjoy it safely.

 

PPF and ceramic coating are great first steps, not sure they qualify as mods. I did window tint, added the bumblebee stripe and Scalia Diablo rings. I can't bring myself to hack up the exhaust which I think sounds incredible in stock form.

 

PPF and ceramic coating are great first steps, bit sure they qualify as mods. I did window tint, added the bumblebee stripe and Scalia Diablo rings. I can't bring myself to hack up the exhaust which I think sounds incredible in stock form.

Agree about the exhaust and you can call me crazy but I'm actually thinking about not tinting the windows. Cost has nothing to do with it I just think the smoke tint the car has looks really good already.

 

Ceramic coating and my location is window tint. Then sit back, enjoy, think. No need to rush.

 

It may be a stupid question, but how much paint correction do they do if you get ceramic coating done? Reason I ask is I found what looks like a couple small paint drops on my car and I don't know how to get them off myself. I've been thinking of getting ceramic coating done, but been putting it off as its pricey. If I could find somebody to do it reasonable and if they could correct the minor issues I think that may be the way to go especially coming into summer with bug guts on the front of the car and I rarely have the time or energy to wash it myself anymore.

 

Congratulations on your new ride. My Grandma used to say, "You know what makes a good bottle of wine?" and as a young boy I would say "What Grandma?"...She would say..."Whatever bottle tastes best to you."...make the new SP yours and whatever makes it best to you. Yes, definitely agree it is good to get advice and thoughts from other owners, but at the end of the day, do what makes the SP the best for you!

 

i ALWAYS wax my new car you can see exactly if there are any blemish or ding you might not notice..with almost 500 HP do not need performance mods..have FUN..

 

I will mention that I first changed the oil at around 300 miles. Some will argue that it is not needed, but you never know whether there is some swarf floating around in there and possibly getting around the oil filter via the bypass. Agree on the catchcan 100%.

 

I recently took delivery my production ordered 2022 Challenger R/T Scat Pack automatic in Indigo Blue in March.

I recently installed the Mopar Challenger Splash Guards Front and Rear, they fit perfectly.

I also installed the JLT Oil Separator. It only took about 10 minutes to install.

 

I recently took delivery my production ordered 2022 Challenger R/T Scat Pack automatic in Indigo Blue in March.

I recently installed the Mopar Challenger Splash Guards Front and Rear, they fit perfectly.

I also installed the JLT Oil Separator. It only took about 10 minutes to install.

You put those on yourself? Any drilling into the metal body of the car? Kind of freaks me out, but looks great - and probably saves the paint from chips and tar.

Catch can is a possible engine warranty killer so think about whether you want to roll the dice and ride in this muffler delete car before making any changes to yours. They've finally got this exhaust system right and I think it's perfect as is and no way could I hack up my new system anyway.

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I never even thought about warranty issues - thank you, great point.

CONGRATS & WELCOME

For me it was Graphics, Catch Can, Drag Radials, IRS Brace, Active Exhaust Delete, Barton Auto Shifter, a few little trim pieces, Banks PedalMonster, and a lot of smiles.... Get it, enjoy it, stay active here, and it'll all make sense...

I've heard some complaints the rear tires are too narrow. Do you agree, or think they're fine for the streets... even if a little aggressively at times.

 

CONGRATS & WELCOME

For me it was Graphics, Catch Can, Drag Radials, IRS Brace, Active Exhaust Delete, Barton Auto Shifter, a few little trim pieces, Banks PedalMonster, and a lot of smiles.... Get it, enjoy it, stay active here, and it'll all make sense...

 

I've had mine for 2 years and all I've done is a mid muffler delete. As for maintenance I change the oil every 6 months with the srt oil filter and srt oil I never reach the miles to do an oil change sooner ( I only have 5300 miles on mine I probably don't drive it as much as you guys)

 

Are you happy with the mid-muffler delete? I've heard mostly good things, but have also heard there is some droning around the 70mph mark.

Welcome from Kentucky! First thing I would do is read the manual, then take it out and enjoy the car👍

I might just have to take it once before I read the manual, but I promise I will do my studying!

Get a catch can (oil separator) and install it right away. You can get a nice one from Speedlogix for about $120. I won’t impact your warranty but I doubt the dealership will want to install it. It’s easy to install. My dealership actually empties mine at every oil change .They’re pretty common and they know what they are.

I'm hearing this a lot. Easy to install, or have a mechanic do it?

 

Welcome from Kentucky! First thing I would do is read the manual, then take it out and enjoy the car👍

 

Get a catch can (oil separator) and install it right away. You can get a nice one from Speedlogix for about $120. I won’t impact your warranty but I doubt the dealership will want to install it. It’s easy to install. My dealership actually empties mine at every oil change .They’re pretty common and they know what they are.

 

What happens if you don't install a catch can?

Really? I didn't realize it could only be that much. I had always heard anywhere from $1200-1800. It may depend on the area though and I live in a fairly rural area so may have to drive a distance to find a place and hope they have a loaner vehicle.

Read the manual and keep it factory stock. Follow the strict maintenance guidelines. Don't invest alot of $$$ until you know for sure it isn't a lemon or have the "Hemi Tick" lifter failure problem. It's fine to put some protection on it like ZL-1 rock guards as they are low cost improvements. When it comes to ceramic coating or PPF by a professional detail shop those costs could be very expensive and they need to keep your car for some time. (unless you have $$$ to burn , don't mind the downtime. It's your car to do as you please) but personally I would keep it stock for awhile during the warranty period so you don't void anything to ensure you got a good reliable car and you can always put that expensive ceramic coating on later.

Personally I would avoid aftermarket mechanical products to ensure reliability in the long run because I find often times for one reason or another end up returning it back to factory parts (So keep those factory parts) on the shelf because aftermarket products don't fit right or you end up having to do more modifications and end up screwing up everything. Lessons learned. Alot of these products make horsepower claims at certain RPM's but you may not notice any improvement because the claim might be 6,000 RPM's or ? and who drives their cars like that to the ground? It's a numbers game to make a product look impressive i.e. increase HP 25 HP at some ridiculous RPM with air filters and marketing strategy to these companies to get your $$$. And so on with other aftermarket products. Change one thing and you end up changing other things like fuel injectors, plugs, plug wire etc. Get it. 🤑 Then the car isn't a Dodge anymore after you have changed to some racing suspension or racing crate motor etc. Just sayin.

 

I am seeing a lot about the ceramic coating. Is it really worth the investment (vs waxing every couple of months)?

I've washed the car twice since ceramic coating, once by me and once at a hand car wash. I thought it made the car extremely easy to wash and when I took it to the hand car wash, the wash attendant who was drying the car raved about how easy it was for him to dry and that he barely had to use the towels because of how easily the water wiped off. The wheels were part of my ceramic coating package and it made it incredibly easy to wipe off the brake dust from the 6-piston Brembos. It is indeed some money up front but from what I'm extremely happy I spent it so far.

 

Yeah, I've heard water repellency is outstanding and that helps protect from water spots. Okay cool, thanks.

 

I never even thought about warranty issues - thank you, great point.

Some dealerships may be more picky than others but a catch can really shouldn’t impact your warranty.

I'm hearing this a lot. Easy to install, or have a mechanic do it?

Very easy to install. Press two hoses over a fitting and screw one bolt.

 

My recommendation is the wash the car, Iron X it, claybar it and then do polish and wax. You would be surprised at how much crap is on the car from shipping.

If it is a Widebody, invest in some splash guards. The flares take a real beating without some protection.

Enjoy your new ride. 👍🏻👍🏻

 

FWIW, the stock exhaust on mine seemed to open up more by 5k miles.

Perfect to my ears, and I've left mine alone.

These cars have good sound deadening, so what may sound too timid on the inside, is actually pretty dang loud outside.

IMO, I would at least wait a bit before changing anything on the exhaust.

 

I haven't heard that before, but that is a very good point. I am certainly not in a rush to do anything. And I love all this insight you guys have.

It may be a stupid question, but how much paint correction do they do if you get ceramic coating done? Reason I ask is I found what looks like a couple small paint drops on my car and I don't know how to get them off myself. I've been thinking of getting ceramic coating done, but been putting it off as its pricey. If I could find somebody to do it reasonable and if they could correct the minor issues I think that may be the way to go especially coming into summer with bug guts on the front of the car and I rarely have the time or energy to wash it myself anymore.

I have heard people say that the sooner you do the ceramic coating the better, because fixing the paint as prep can sometimes double the price. But good question, I'm interested in hearing the answer.

I have professionally rebuilt many engines, not back yard rerings. Some were my own high output. Take the car out and do a few WOT accelerations for a few seconds. In truth, this was probably done during the PreDelivery Inspection test drive. This seats the rings hard. Avoid extended idles. Operate the throttle for brisk acceleration, try to avoid steady state constant speed cruising. For 50 miles I make sure I am accelerating and decelerating between 40 and 70 miles per hour. Its annoying..but gets the job done.

My personal rebuilds I change the oil after the first 50 miles.

Wow, this is great advice, thank you. I didn't think WOT was recommended until 1,500 miles, but it sounds like you're saying a few short bursts. And the non-constant speed is also interesting and makes sense. Thx.

 

I have professionally rebuilt many engines, not back yard rerings. Some were my own high output. Take the car out and do a few WOT accelerations for a few seconds. In truth, this was probably done during the PreDelivery Inspection test drive. This seats the rings hard. Avoid extended idles. Operate the throttle for brisk acceleration, try to avoid steady state constant speed cruising. For 50 miles I make sure I am accelerating and decelerating between 40 and 70 miles per hour. Its annoying..but gets the job done.

My personal rebuilds I change the oil after the first 50 miles.

 

My owner’s manual for the 2022 Challenger I got doesn’t mention the 6.4 engine at all. Is that normal? No maintenance schedule/nothing.

My Charger’s manual had it. View attachment 1049923

The last good 392 manual was 2020 so I would go to dodge.com and download the 2020 manual.

One thing you can't forget is that Scat Pack requires an oil change at least every 6 months from new car delivery or engine warranty might be wiped out.



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Here’s what I did (or didn’t) do.

Purchased 2020 Scat wide body A8, just about all options I can think of. Purchased Sept 2020.

1700 current miles (garage queen). Still hasn’t been on wet roads of any sort (knock on wood).

No ceramic coating (don’t see the cost/need under my circumstances).

Vibrant 1794’s replaced mid mufflers.

Vibrant Performance 1794 Bottle Style Resonator 3in Inlet/Outlet x 12in L, 1 Pack https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001804TPI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_Y48CCBKHNSKD74SBRQKB

Speedlogix Catch can

Active Exhaust Delete modules

Splash rock guards

Hellcat airbox, headlight air intake

Modern spare tire

Complete Compact Spare Tire Kit - Fits 2008-2020 Dodge Challenger - Modern Spare https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077G512P3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_GA6JV22QHVKC688DTX0A

Neutral pull cover with center pin security torx screws

upgraded portable tire inflater

Ravelco (a MUST in my opinion)

www.Ravelco.com

Ameriloc GPS (subscription required)

AMERICALOC 300 Mini Portable Real Time Personal and Vehicle GPS Tracker https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0197FV8YU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_RMMSNJCWSWRTGBYBMRF2

Two anti theft clubs (one steering, one brake+steering)

Faraday key storage holders: box for home, pouch for travel

Keyless remote entry disabled

Battery tender

Side note: I just realized I’m about due for six month oil change (per warranty), but only 70 miles driven since last one (last November). THAT breaks my balls! 🙈

I’m not into deep performance mods, racing, or tire spinning.

As to security, not all of these used all the time. Just as circumstances dictate.

Ravelco ALWAYS used though…

 

I also noticed the ’22 owners manual didn’t include the 392 / 6.4. I got on Dodge chat and asked if I was missing a supplement or if I had the wrong manual. Was told the supplement was online only and they included this link.

https://msmownerassets.z13.web.core.windows.net/assets/publications/en-us/Dodge/2022/Charger/P126631_22_LALD_S_SU_EN_USC_DIGITAL.pdf

 

Buy a JLT cold air intake ASAP!
Let that girl BREATHHHHH

 

Is your mind numb yet from all this information ?? 🙂
If I were in your shoes I'd tell the dealership once it's off the truck please park it in a safe spot and don't touch it !! I would want to take it home and just smell it, look at it, take it all in for the first night, then clean it up slowly from the inside out.
You just got yourself a new drug !! Your already struggling to not think about it, and you can't stop 😆 doing it !! You'll always be looking at it tooo !!
I would do rock guards, they sit in the wheel well not on the body itself. Catch can for sure !! Ppf, ceramic coating, ect... depending on your budget. Really
Just get thru your break in getting used to it, then change oil and rear end fluid and enjoy your thumbs up and the attention oh yeah always back into a parking spot so you don't muk up that front splitter.
This car will give you a awhole new way of driving experience . Welcome aboard to the forum from Michigan by the way.
Congratulations on your purchase

 

Is your mind numb yet from all this information ?? 🙂
If I were in your shoes I'd tell the dealership once it's off the truck please park it in a safe spot and don't touch it !! I would want to take it home and just smell it, look at it, take it all in for the first night, then clean it up slowly from the inside out.
You just got yourself a new drug !! Your already struggling to not think about it, and you can't stop 😆 doing it !! You'll always be looking at it tooo !!
I would do rock guards, they sit in the wheel well not on the body itself. Catch can for sure !! Ppf, ceramic coating, ect... depending on your budget. Really
Just get thru your break in getting used to it, then change oil and rear end fluid and enjoy your thumbs up and the attention oh yeah always back into a parking spot so you don't muk up that front splitter.
This car will give you a awhole new way of driving experience . Welcome aboard to the forum from Michigan by the way.
Congratulations on your purchase

What rock guards did you use? I’m thinking about getting them for my challenger.

I’m looking at these Challenger 15-22 Deluxe Rock Guards

 

Congrats on your new SP. I see some great advice. Regarding mods, I have an '18 SP,and when COVID hit, I got really bored, and then lost my mind doing a crapload of mods: Procharger (now at 707hp), Viper-style carbon fiber (w/hood pins/lanyards), Main grill and bottom grill, Front splitter w/rods (carbon fiber), Wide-body kit, Side-splitter (carbon fiber), Red-Eye Wheels 20x11, 2.5 offset, (added 1" spacers), Pirelli PZero tires: staggered setup: 305s (front) and 345s (back), Wicker Bill, Blackout taillights, Rear-Diffuser, Exhaust (resonator and muffler delete; At 707hp, it sounds like a total beast; neighbors not happy), Coil-overs to lower body, Tinted Windows, Custom striping (my design: as a sci-fi fan, I wanted a machine/neural network look, hence the printed circuit-board design).

Important Note: I saw many recommend ceramic coating. I happen to be a stripes guy, so if you are too, keep in mind that stripes do NOT stick to ceramic coating, so there's no going back once it's done.

 

Wow your car is awesome! I love the way it looks.

 

I highly recommend getting your new car ceramic coated.