Getting this 1968 Dodge Charger Hellcat Swap to RUN EP.1

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  • Опубліковано 1 січ 2023
  • Getting this 1968 Dodge Charger Hellcat Swap to RUN this car would not turn on and would not start but after going through the hellcat wiring system and sorting through cut wires and mixed wiring harness as well as unmatched and unprogrammed modules we finally get this dodge charger restomod car to start and even drive in short order. The car still has a host of other things that need to be fixed but we are off to a good start
    #dodge #dodgecharger #restomod #hellcat
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  • @kennethmoyer1980
    @kennethmoyer1980 Рік тому +41

    I really like this type of content, with you tearing into something and diagnosing the problems and explaining what you had to do. Very interesting. Cant wait for the next one

    • @JayPoo1321
      @JayPoo1321 Рік тому

      Couldn't agree more! Probably would be faster and definitely more reliable.

  • @billytweed1924
    @billytweed1924 Рік тому +9

    True project
    Remove it all and start fresh
    Good luck man

  • @sunshinesallday
    @sunshinesallday Рік тому +19

    Start from the beginning and do it right. Who knows what else they’ve done and hooked up incorrectly. What you see is always the tip of the iceberg.
    Hats off to you for figuring it out. You’re the guy to fix it and get it running properly.

  • @terryweedon8431
    @terryweedon8431 Рік тому +89

    At this point, I would tare it down to bare chassis, get new charger harnesses and go from there

    • @ShadyOne9
      @ShadyOne9 Рік тому +16

      ☝🏻I second this one. Save yourself from the obvious fuckery….. and possibly burning that thing to the ground…

    • @SRT_DRE
      @SRT_DRE Рік тому +15

      Would have to use a challenger harness since it’s a 2 door. If you use a Charger harness you’re gonna have a big chunk of wire just loose that were meant for the rear doors, impact sensors, etc.

    • @l.boogie2764
      @l.boogie2764 Рік тому +4

      @@SRT_DRE not necessarily cause the 68 is Actually same wheel base as the new day chargers, seen that when ppl do chassis swap the old body wraps the new chassis with ease. Keep in mind they were bigger cars back then. The 2doors were bigger they the now day 4doors.

    • @SRT_DRE
      @SRT_DRE Рік тому +11

      @@l.boogie2764 bro, the Charger and the Challenger are the same length. It wouldn’t make sense to use a Charger harness because the 2015+ Charger harness is a 4 door harness. It makes sense to use the Challenger harness. You’re talking to someone that knows from experience bro. All parts from a Charger and Challenger are interchangeable. I’m just saying if you’re Charger is a 2 door like the 68, then use a Challenger harness so you won’t have loose wires behind the interior panels. That’s tacky.

    • @l.boogie2764
      @l.boogie2764 Рік тому +2

      @@SRT_DRE me too, I have a 20 demon, 69 charger , 70 Cuda in my garage now had 16 charger and wife daily a hell cat swapped 300s . So I'm familiar with the chassis. I feel where you coming from and not discrediting that. I was just speaking from what i seen a friend do on his resto mod, that's what he did and ain't have no loose wire harness no where. Aye maybe the way he routed things doing wire tucks and stuff is why he went with the longer harness. Just saying doc, but yea right either or would work not here to debate. But am currently using challenger harness on my 68 dart project.

  • @maxibuilt
    @maxibuilt Рік тому +9

    68 charger is my all time dream car. I’m excited to see this car done

  • @FitChaser
    @FitChaser Рік тому +13

    You’re quite the Hellcat resource bro! It’s fun to watch you troubleshoot and resolve issues. That’s going to be an awesome car when you get done.

  • @chevyv20
    @chevyv20 Рік тому +6

    Yeah, God bless you buddy! I am a Local Union #26 electrician! I am very well trained in A.C., and D.C. theory, and you are a better Man than me! Because I would have told them, "Yeah good luck with that"! Thanks again for all the great things you do! I am a long time fan, and will always keep watching!

    • @BoostedMotorsports
      @BoostedMotorsports  Рік тому

      Thanks man! It’s a fun project I’m enjoying the challenges it’s bringing 💪

  • @Octiviono
    @Octiviono Рік тому +6

    Time to hellcat swap the swap and put that boosted quality stamp on it!

  • @beef9c1
    @beef9c1 Рік тому +11

    Jon, from what you show us, someone apparently Mickey-Mouse the electrical system(term we technicians use loosely). Glad to see that you got some of the electrical corrected & repaired. I know it is gonna take time & patience to get it solve & running in the right manner. Keep up the good work friend.

  • @flfun1684
    @flfun1684 Рік тому +3

    This Charger will be amazing when done.. Don't give up!

  • @mattlunetta490
    @mattlunetta490 Рік тому

    I caught a quick clip of this project & had to go back to this episode to see how it all began. My first thought watching this is it's crazy to have spent sooo much cash on the vehicle, the Hellcat swap, all the interior, a mini tub, roll cage, etc & have so much messed up on the electrical. There's so many issues you have identified. That's unfortunate to go so far into a beautiful car and idea, & be so far away from done. I enjoy how you can ID all the plugs & what they do just by sight - lots of time involved in making it look that easy. This will be amazing when it's done.

  • @jasonbose3507
    @jasonbose3507 Рік тому +2

    WOW, I'VE NEVER SEEN SUCH AWEFUL WORK IN ALL MY DAYS, IS THIS THE CURRENT STANDARD OF WORK, YIKES 😬 (Thanks for fixing the incompetencies)

  • @roberthayes5037
    @roberthayes5037 Рік тому +3

    I think the best way to go on this is to get a wire harness from dodge. Everything is marked and it’s made for projects like this. It will save time and money.

  • @ccaamm1
    @ccaamm1 Рік тому +5

    John I'd be careful with the wiring the way it is and disconnect the battery when not working on the car or away from the shop for any length of time. It looks too sketchy until you've worked your magic on it.

  • @alancall5113
    @alancall5113 Рік тому

    I am a die hard Chevy guy But wow I love this Car what a thing of beauty 100% bad ass😎👍🏻👍🏻

  • @fieroboy_8622
    @fieroboy_8622 Рік тому

    U found a jem. Love old school cars. Im working on my next pontiac fiero now. A very easy car.

  • @yadyad1966
    @yadyad1966 2 місяці тому

    Exact same problem I had with my 1970 challenger three shops around here cannot get it right to save their lives. I sent it to Cleavland Power and Perfomance in Cleveland Ohio and they got it RIGHT,but we had to start all over, and BOY that was a ride.

  • @craigcaggiano431
    @craigcaggiano431 Рік тому +1

    What a beautiful paint job, looking forward how you troubleshoot the fuel system and brake hydro boost system.

  • @MM_in_Havasu
    @MM_in_Havasu Рік тому +4

    Very cool content! Thanks for the update, sounds and looks like a bowl of spaghetti as far as sorting wiring out! You got this, just takes a bit of time. Looking forward to the next episode!

  • @claymillican25
    @claymillican25 Рік тому +2

    Excited for you to tackle the hydro boost so then you can clue me on what’s going on with Dentley’s

  • @kennithosborne1159
    @kennithosborne1159 Рік тому +5

    Show us some more details of the car under the hood and inside.
    I always like to see how a build is put together and the solutions to problems with swaps like you did with the Dakota.

  • @winstonemerson2439
    @winstonemerson2439 Рік тому +1

    You are a genius.Not easy to fix someone elses hack job but I know you will figure it out.

  • @68Peeler
    @68Peeler Рік тому +3

    It would be too big of a project for me, but with your knowledge, you will figure it out !! Good luck!!

    • @SRT_DRE
      @SRT_DRE Рік тому

      Nah, it’s not a big project. Once you remove the interior and expose the wiring, it’ll take about an hour to rewire everything. When I installed a harness in my Challenger I did it in 20 minutes. I installed a engine harness with the engine in the car in under an hour. If you have all the parts then it’s easy.

  • @tgtshirts1
    @tgtshirts1 Рік тому +1

    I am sure you know what your doing.
    For me I hate wiring!
    But fun to watch.
    Thumbs up.

  • @chrisolevich7538
    @chrisolevich7538 Рік тому +2

    Not quite understanding all the problems. Looks like a great restomod but I own a 69 Camaro restomod with LSA motor. Almost everything is plug _adapted these days. The hardest part of building the car is body mods fitment and painting and the hours of work involved with these attributes. Super cool car tho love the content and hope it’s up and running soon. A car like that is definitely a labor of love and no matter how well it’s done the problems never seem to end lol.

  • @jrusted5.031
    @jrusted5.031 Рік тому +5

    Bro! That is going to be bad ass once you get it up and running! Good luck, also it be really cool if some one could build a harness for a swapp that can work on anything. Like the LS guys have done for the swapped cars. Good Luck!

  • @Avenue77
    @Avenue77 Рік тому +1

    Damn that mug gonna look good when it's finish

  • @DavidSmith-tu1nd
    @DavidSmith-tu1nd Рік тому +1

    The paint scheme I like. The mat black roof looks 👌.

    • @elongnutz2531
      @elongnutz2531 Рік тому

      It’s leather soft top. Not matte paint

  • @Ian-xw1ge
    @Ian-xw1ge Рік тому +1

    The Charger is going to be a beast when complete.

  • @kevinstill1
    @kevinstill1 Рік тому +1

    That's going to be an awesome car once everything works.

  • @OrangeCounty92
    @OrangeCounty92 Рік тому +1

    This is one of the coolest swaps.

  • @GAMEBANGINGMEDIA
    @GAMEBANGINGMEDIA Рік тому +1

    OMG THIS IS WHAT I WANT TO DO SOOO BAD!!!! Dope video big homie 🙏

  • @rickylafollette3680
    @rickylafollette3680 Рік тому

    What a collection of cars

  • @crackho
    @crackho Рік тому

    Millions of views to you bro!!!! We gotta get you there

  • @johnmacias01
    @johnmacias01 Рік тому

    Jackfab is doing my HellCat swap. On my 2016 Charger police version has been a big project. Unfortunately none of oem wiring, modules, sensors etc are not compatible. I had to buy all HC oem components, wiring etc. Hoping to get it soon! Good luck that’s an awesome build!

  • @davex48
    @davex48 Рік тому +3

    Such a nice ride

  • @rustyrobinson8027
    @rustyrobinson8027 Рік тому +1

    That's one good looking car 👍

  • @rogeliorodriguez2319
    @rogeliorodriguez2319 2 місяці тому

    In love with this vehicle

  • @celuiquipeut6527
    @celuiquipeut6527 Рік тому

    This ia the perfect blend of oldschool and new school. Amazing. Ok i just saw the interior. Dont dig at all. Lol

  • @Kilnor
    @Kilnor Рік тому +1

    I'm waiting for John to get a classic car to drop a monster motor into. Love this project!

    • @BoostedMotorsports
      @BoostedMotorsports  Рік тому +1

      Thanks man! These rollers are pricey these days but would be fun if I can afford to soon!

    • @Kilnor
      @Kilnor Рік тому

      @BoostedMotorsports it also doesn't help that I love that Era of chargers and challengers.

  • @joepena9004
    @joepena9004 Рік тому +1

    I like that the OEM door panels are still in the car.

    • @joepena9004
      @joepena9004 Рік тому

      @19295 What is my giveaway prize ?

  • @davidcorder95
    @davidcorder95 Рік тому +1

    I liked it brother

  • @willmatic84
    @willmatic84 Рік тому +2

    Wow man that's a crazy mess at least you got it going that's a good start but it's crazy how they chopped up alot but knowing you john you will bring this badass machine back to life 👌🏽. #BSTEDMTRSPRTS

  • @MoparRican_93
    @MoparRican_93 Рік тому +1

    4:19 For those with a keen eye for things... somehow the original man's came across a Demon dash aswell as probably multiple other factory Demon parts from a wrecked Demon maybe but BROOO ITS A DEMON DASH!!! 😈🔥

  • @PanameraTurboSEHybrid
    @PanameraTurboSEHybrid Рік тому

    Dang! It's a real beauty!

  • @toddcromwell
    @toddcromwell Рік тому +1

    what a rats nest!!!! I enjoy a good mystery now and again but you're a more patient man than I

  • @juneserrano9206
    @juneserrano9206 Рік тому

    Beautiful car

  • @jsavage9134
    @jsavage9134 Рік тому

    Honestly that’s wild, the first thing the owner should have did before even putting the dash in, was run the wires fully

  • @dimestoretrophy6233
    @dimestoretrophy6233 Рік тому +1

    Man what a beauty

  • @godmodegamingchannel
    @godmodegamingchannel Рік тому

    This Car is WELL DONE. YES LIKE THE TYGA WELL DONE ALBUM

  • @dawjuhclips
    @dawjuhclips Рік тому +1

    Man sick car, idk if it’s just me but my heart aches every time i see an automatic of these

  • @williamrose7184
    @williamrose7184 Рік тому +1

    I would love to own this car… dream car rite there

  • @JBIZZYBROOKS
    @JBIZZYBROOKS Рік тому +1

    This is dope af!!

  • @sparkman6713
    @sparkman6713 Рік тому +2

    John to save the day/car ! 💪🏻🤘🏻🔥🏁🏁🏁

  • @lukeetheridge77
    @lukeetheridge77 Рік тому +1

    Love this project

  • @joepena9004
    @joepena9004 Рік тому +1

    I went to a car show last year. I saw a Dodge Magnum with a Hellcat engine.

  • @lowboostedaccord4933
    @lowboostedaccord4933 Рік тому +1

    Keep up the great work as always 💯

  • @LEANNYC
    @LEANNYC Рік тому

    I love the charger keep it how I is

  • @Demonpk-lb4gh
    @Demonpk-lb4gh Рік тому +1

    JON THE HELLCAT WHISPERER

  • @BananaOperatorr
    @BananaOperatorr Рік тому

    This thing is crazy

  • @lennardlennard414
    @lennardlennard414 Рік тому

    Looks like the Jaded brand car from Chicago.

  • @zzdakota
    @zzdakota Рік тому +1

    Awesome looking car, to bad whomever did the swap screwed the pooch on doing the job. This maybe a future business for you to consider with all your knowledge and would be done right.

  • @knytrydr73
    @knytrydr73 Рік тому

    reminds me of an 82 Trans Am I tried to buy from a dealer's used car lot in the early 90s. Wiring all over the place. It was probably taken in on a "push pull drag" trade in deal. They want $2000 and were not going to let it go for less.

  • @Noe-so2qx
    @Noe-so2qx Рік тому

    This is a sweeettt ridee

  • @TheRealRobM
    @TheRealRobM Рік тому +2

    what a nitemare. big cahones to tackle this one John. I sure hope someone didn't pay to have that conversion done? maybe the 'hammer the lock on the trailer' guy did all the work 🤣

    • @BoostedMotorsports
      @BoostedMotorsports  Рік тому

      Just spam bots unfortunately. Not the real BOOSTED 🤦‍♂️

  • @e.way_wop
    @e.way_wop Рік тому

    My dream build❤

  • @hyperdukes7860
    @hyperdukes7860 Рік тому +1

    You should really bring one ur cars the mopar mania in littlerock Arkansas in May

  • @tonyfernandez6178
    @tonyfernandez6178 Рік тому +1

    What does it take to use a hellcat dash in a older car? I plan on using the Mopar stand alone control harness for the swap.

  • @greganderson1989
    @greganderson1989 Рік тому +1

    Wow that’s a mess. You got this.

  • @racemaniac8682
    @racemaniac8682 Рік тому +1

    Very badass

  • @joseberume6270
    @joseberume6270 Рік тому +1

    new nickname " HELLCAT WHISPERER "

  • @richardtome7239
    @richardtome7239 Рік тому

    I was hoping to see the body swap! I want to do a 17 mustang gt to a 67 fastback so bad!!

  • @Nevaloud
    @Nevaloud Рік тому +1

    Alright. This will be cool.

  • @VegasRT500
    @VegasRT500 Рік тому

    The original owner on the channel Jaded Brand did awesome job building this car!

  • @SRT_CeeJ
    @SRT_CeeJ Рік тому

    As a person who is building a 68 charger hellcat i just dont get why ANYONE would wanna cut that many wires on that wiring harness lmao that is just a huge mess. It seems like the rest of the car was put together pretty nice and is super beautiful! Watch that PAINT!!!

  • @325spoon
    @325spoon Рік тому +1

    I wish I could go to a dodge dealer and pick up a 60’s-70’s era car with modern updates like this

  • @robertstewart8998
    @robertstewart8998 Рік тому

    Awesome ride but did you really have to put on those banana guards.

  • @temporarilyanon8779
    @temporarilyanon8779 Рік тому +1

    After seeing this car I now know what it feels like to have a dream car. An extremely painful feeling

  • @jaymac7719
    @jaymac7719 Рік тому +1

    This is why I said f it and bought a hellcat crate motor and mopar engine management system from modern muscle extreme. Ain’t nobody got time for that! 😆

  • @nky500
    @nky500 Рік тому +1

    It a charger demon bro

  • @sergiodeodato3150
    @sergiodeodato3150 Рік тому

    Que carro bacana que projeto

  • @Hrian_Bayes
    @Hrian_Bayes Рік тому

    maybe it's the angle, but has this thing been shortened?

  • @RudeMoparDude
    @RudeMoparDude Рік тому +1

    Yes sir! 👍🏼🤘🏼🔧⚙️💯

  • @johnapernorio8151
    @johnapernorio8151 Рік тому +2

    Throw it all out and get a new complete new harness.

  • @lilsprite05
    @lilsprite05 Рік тому

    Maybe a crazy question but how did you update that stuff without an obd 2 port?

  • @ragingbull3406
    @ragingbull3406 Рік тому +1

    If I ever want to swap a Hellcat into my '69 Charger R/T I know where send it!

  • @mahuba2553
    @mahuba2553 Рік тому +1

    my man working on a car that looks like it came from gta v

  • @DominiqueWilliams-xt8rr
    @DominiqueWilliams-xt8rr Рік тому

    is that a universal front bumper lip?

  • @IfLooksCouldVamp
    @IfLooksCouldVamp Рік тому +1

    this will be your best car if you get it running & doing doughnuts im not even lying ive always wanted a 68 charger im 25 but once i seen that body style they shouldve stayed two doors

  • @carlosrevilla6532
    @carlosrevilla6532 Рік тому +1

    I really hope you got a good deal on that car. Cause it's that car is not right

  • @SRT_LUNATIC
    @SRT_LUNATIC Рік тому

    My dream build is a 6.1L srt8 hemi swap 68 dodge charger with 2015+ interior 😩

  • @stevenfietz1154
    @stevenfietz1154 Рік тому +2

    Good job figuring that mess out. I have a question though...is this really a 1968. Reason I ask is the front grill is for a 1969. Rear taillights are of course different also. just wondering.

    • @davidmitchell5638
      @davidmitchell5638 Рік тому +1

      Originally it's a 68 but the guy who built this car swapped 69 front end. Taillights are from current challenger (which look ugly imo).

  • @phuss1
    @phuss1 Рік тому +1

    Is this car for sale? Please reply.

  • @dgxldegamersxl6404
    @dgxldegamersxl6404 Рік тому +1

    I didnt expect it to run

  • @kennethmoyer1980
    @kennethmoyer1980 Рік тому +1

    Replace with a new harness maybe

  • @Fast-Burn-Productions-LLC
    @Fast-Burn-Productions-LLC Рік тому +1

    Yhea the first thing the person should have done when they started to take the hellcat apart is take pictures and notes about the wiring! Maybe it wasn't a complete car and it was just parts? They picked up to do the swap? I don't know if it will ever be a good reliable swap? With out it being stripped down and re done? It was a good idea but with reality? Might just burn to the ground one day? Which would be a shame.

  • @paularnold6738
    @paularnold6738 Рік тому +1

    That wiring is a hot mess call 911 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤯🤯🤯🤯

  • @darrellwilliams5657
    @darrellwilliams5657 Рік тому

    Who put the car 2gether Wolfman.

  • @Tom-bf6ze
    @Tom-bf6ze Рік тому +1

    BUILT CUMMINS SWAP IT!!!

  • @gabrielgomez731
    @gabrielgomez731 6 місяців тому

    Who built this car?