Hey everyone, glad to see y'all are so hyped up on this video, and the Scat Pack 1320. To answer to the biggest question in the comments: Dodge had us all lift at the 1/8th mark, because, earlier in the day, another journalist crashed one of the cars being a bonehead. How you crash a car that's so easy to drive is a mystery to us all. Dodge claims 11.70s with this thing, and I don't doubt it, at all, considering I was lifting at the 1/8th and coasting to 12.50s. Press events generally have some restrictions about the cars, and I have to play by the manufacturer's rules (generally 😉) since it's their car, and not mine. If a private owner is interested in showcasing what these things can really do at the strip, message me, and we can set something up! Lastly, stay tuned, because I also drove the CRAZY 797 HP Challenger Hellcat Redeye widebody, and have a street drive review of that coming soon.
Sorry your not lifting at the 1/8 and running 12.50 with a 7.8 1/8 time. 7.8 your lucky if it's a if your under 12.30 flat out through the 1/4. It's not a bad car but no need to stretch the truth. You won't fool the guys that been racing for years only the casuals. 7.8 isn't that bad for not a very experienced driver and with a passenger anyway. Car will need just under 7.50s to run 11.70 so it shouldn't be a problem hitting this time unlike with what happen with the demon. It's always better to over preform then under perform.
@@brihvac didn't say they couldn't run 11s. Maybe comprehend what I was commenting on instead of assuming I have a problem with the car when that's not the case at all. You dodge guys are to defensive. I actually said in that comment it wouldn't be a problem for it to run 11.70s. My only point was running 7.80s isn't getting you in the 11s. So l'm not sure what's the big deal about you having a bone stock one running high 11s when thats what they should do just saying.
This was probably the best video I’ve seen on UA-cam in months! You actually showed us the car being driven instead of just yourself! Great video! Cheers!
Wow! Super impressed with the implementation of the trans brake and ease of use! One of the best OEM rear wheel drive launches I've seen! I'm not a brand loyalist but I've always been more of a chevy/ford guy (owning Camaro and mustang) but Dodge has been impressing more and more over the last few years, and now with this badass 1320 challenger all I can say is Dodge come take my money I want one!!!!!
It's a great factory package. Really impressed with the "get in and go" factor. This video was me learning the car live time. There was no driver's meeting, tech talk, etc. beforehand.
My first car was a 71 GTO which I rebuilt the engine for drag racing and it put out some serious power for a street car back then but these cars today would have just blown it away. From the factory no less. Very impressive
So cool dodge has come out with this car it will be the challenger TA of the future will definitely become a collectors car, I don’t think they will build that many.
I know this is an old post, but I just bought a 2020 1320 with 7k miles on it. Was a little nervous of the low mileage for a car that's 5 years old. It's like the person that owned it just kept it for the track so hopefully not all 7k are drag strip miles. Anyways how's your 1320 holding up if you still have it.
@@JohnSargent-r4l Hey John :) yes sir i still have mine. have around 10k on mine. and still as brand new. Drove it first 3 months and has been in garage since. Great vehicle. Hold on to that bad boy. they only made 2500 worldwide. Stay safe and Mopar or no Car :)
That really looks like so much fun! The car takes all the embarrassing " rookie-driver at the wheel" mistakes out of the equation. Pro style burn-outs and shifts!
I'm so glad that you made this video. I got my 1320 almost 2 weeks ago, and there are no instructions on how to use any of those features. the car ships with a regular Challenger owners manual, and a Hellcat supplement. Neither of which cover any aspects of the 1320 model. maybe Dodge should've included a Demon manual with these cars since they share features. Dodge...if you're listening.....it would be nice to get info on the actual features of the 1320 with the car.
@@dabeatboxer83 Where? If you know the page numbers, please let me know. The 1320 has a transbrake, and I couldn't find any info on how to use that in the manual. The 1320 has a Drag mode that activates the unique drag suspension and works with the Launch control. I couldn't find info on that anywhere in the manual. If you know where it is, please let me know. The regular Scat pack doesn't some with these features. These features were available on the Demon. I have looked all through the owners manual and couldn't find any info, and I also looked through the Hellcat supplement that was supplied with the car...again...no info on the 1320 features. I'm old, so I guess I could've missed it.
@@themetalmaiden7462 , your salesman should have instructed you on how to access your cars features, I know it's hindsight but it sounds like you got a crapy presentation on your vehicle. I sold cars for 6 years and one thing every sales person should know is how to teach their clients about the features of their vehicle. Also, I know back in the past Dodge would send you to some type of to day driving course if you bought an SRT, I'm not sure if they do that for scat packs. You might wanna call corporate and ask
@@alfonsom8286 I agree, the salesman should have known about it, but he didn't. he told me that it was all covered in the owners manual and the Hellcat supplement that are supplied with the car. I took him at his word. And frankly that information should be there, but it's not. The car even comes with a digital version of the owners manual in the entertainment system, but it's just the regular owners manual. Putting the 1320 specific information in the digital version would be the best place to put it if they didn't want to actually print anything else, but it's not there either. I reached out to Customer Care, and they said they would send me the documentation, but alas, it was just another owners manual. So.....my next attempt at getting it is to write to the head of SRT and ask directly, from the people who developed this package for the car, to send me some instructions. Hopefully that will bear some fruit. In my quest, I'm also trying to call attention to this so that future owners of these cars won't have to deal with this. I may reach out to some Demon owners and see if they'd be willing to share some info. I'm assuming that their cars came with some specific info, I guess time will tell.
It’s get if you taken the car to the track, but I wasn’t so I went with the widebody, it looks more aggressive and has the same power, the 1320 is made for the track but if your not tracking it then I’d rather pay the same money for the widebody.
Man I use the transbrake at red lights just for fun. Easy on the throttle of course. The launch control on the regular scatpacks, which the 1320 also has, is fun too but will break the tires every time. Unless you time it perfect and ease of the throttle after releasing the foot brake. Both still fun as hell, and I need to move up to 305s in the rear with fender flares. I bet it would take the 1320 to a new time.
I wouldn't own an automatic if there was a manual available. And Challenger has a manual available. I'm not keen on burnouts or racing every hoag who comes down the pike. A manual tranny will never fail you and maintenance costs are non existent. I'm not wasting my time hanging around the drag strip with a bunch of guys who have the same car as mine. I'd rather be fishing. 2021 Scat Pack Challenger Wide Body 6 spd manual, Shaker, Triple Nickel. I enjoy the thumbs up while I cruise. To each his own.
Launch is better when you let go of the break! Less step. You have to get the hang of it to get this done kinda quick before light goes on green But def ill try that car..
Automatics.........sure have come a long way. As good as they've gotten though. You'll have to excuse me for saying it. I still want to row my own gears and "dumping" my own clutch at the right RPM for my best launch may be too prehistoric for the Automatic guys.......but to me this is drag racing. I'll never be as consistent and these days it's awfully tough to beat the new automatics in my '18 392 TA.......but when it happens I know, "I DID IT!".......not the car and it;s tech......it was all ME!! That's drag racing. I'm not sure what to call this in the video. When any idiot that can point a car straight can get it down the track in it's best possible time.......that's a cool hat tip for Dodge and it's engineers that built the 1320 but it says NOTHING to me about the driver and his skill behind the wheel.
Challengers are such a wide car that I'm not sure there is a narrow body, lol....i understand the reason of the "Widebody" but still can't get over how it's just tacked on fender flares and wears 305 tires. You can just put 305s on a "narrow" body and same thing, just $6000 less money. Plus, I've seen a Widebody scat pack race a standard SRT392, and the standard car won every race. They both had 305 rear tires. I feel the fender flares create more drag and that is the reason. Also same reason the 1320 is standard body only. If you look at Hellcat top speeds, the standard challenger is 199 mph, the Widebody is 195 mph. I do like the 1320. Just something different and a little unique. I like cars like that.
I have one a manual I haven't lost a race to a skinny 392 depends on the driver. It's more to it for 6000 it's worth every penny. Test drive one before you bash it seems like you hating on the Wb lol. Plus it looks better hands down.
For those asking... FCA won't let them run a full 1/4. They don't want rookies running slow 1/4's on video if they're advertising it does high 11's stock. That's also why they have chaperones.
They have a much better chance. These numbers actually work out for the most part. Demon doesn't come close. As far as the demon goes save the non sense I heard it all before. You'll only embarrass yourself just let it go lol..
@@kidamere2408 been in 7s on a true 28×10 almost 20 years ago bro. Been drag racing since the 90s when I was 16. My experience comes from building, tuning and racing for 25+ years. Not watching UA-cam or getting bullshit information from the internet like most.
Elias Garcia yes, you’ve probably heard the that a stock 2018 Mustang GT with the 10 speed automatic has gotten into the 11’s. The Challenger’s weight is majorly slowing it down. I like ur car though, stripes and all;)
The foot brake launch or torque launch is the one you can set at higher RPMs and hold the gas pedal all the way down and will stay at the pre-selected RPMs
That's great what's the car get for the 60ft? What's the car get for 0-60? My 2013 mustang the driver can get 1.8 60 ft and quicker than 4 sec 0-60 that's what a driver can get. Love how everyone will be proud the time slips when all they have to do is push buttons mash the gas and let the car do the work.
If I were a Camaro or mustang guy I'd be down right jealous of Mopar it has so much more offer there cars look like they are approved by some committee women who just hate anything manly or American look at the beastly Challenger best looking best performance muscle car bar none
Funny thing just about anyone on a real drag radial could crack 11's with a stock A8 scat pack challenger. I know I did. 3.6 0-60 and 11.9@116 on a 305/18 MT ET street R.
400 each. They are not cheap. There are some good alternatives to the Nexen Tire N-Fera SUR4G Drag Spec. I have firestone firehawk indy 500s on my 2020 1320 and the get pretty sticky.
Unless I missed it, what you showed is not a typical trans brake used in racing. That type uses the transmission (a couple gears together) to hold the vehicle from moving and at the same time, you go wide open on the throttle and have a rev limiter hold the engine rpms to a certain rpm. All you have to do is let go of the transbrake button because your foot is all the way to the floor. What you showed seemed to be close except you have to release the paddle AND go wide open at that time with the throttle? Can someone clarify?
James Stacey dodge did not include a rev limiter in the transbrake launch procedure for no obvious reason. Going past ~2300rpms before paddle release disengages the entire sequence and you have to start it all over
What is the max RPM can you go up to on the transbrake? If limited to 1800, useless in my opinion. You can just brake torque it and go. When someone says a car has a transbrake, I'm thinking more like 5000 RPM launches.
Nice video perspective of the SP 1320 in action. It would be nice to have the transbrake and line lock in my '16 Scat Pack Challenger for sure. But, that being said, I ran 7.76 @ 92 best 1/8 and 11.9 @ 116 best 1/4 on my stock 245 F1 Eagles. Car was full weight leather group optioned interior too, on stock tune and 93 in the tank. Once I figured out what the car wanted for max performance, it was consistent 11.9-12.0 number @ 115-117 mph. I do have to say that F8 Green is an awesome color too.
A lot of car manufacturers test/have facilities here, a lot of the aftermarket was the born here (think Edelbrock, etc.), it's a huge shipping hub for Asian brands, and the "racing season" here is basically year-round. CA has a lot of "problems" for car enthusiasts, but there's also a ton of upsides.
Pretty sad location and mechanic for a trans brake button. Tens of thousands of drag cars to use as an example and they make it some weird trigger release that no one uses for good reason
Usually between the second and 3rd yellow on a sportsman tree. If you aren’t worried about the outcome of the race and only care about your time slip, then you can leave at any time. I’d imagine it would take a few runs to get the routine down where it would be second nature and mush faster to implement.
Deez Nuggs It’s definitely something you’d have to practice like in a empty parking lot or desolate road until it’s second nature. I’d like to see some in car vids of people who race regularly to see how quickly they can implement the line lock and transbrake once they are very comfortable with the procedures.
Whats the difference of using the trans brake at the line or just holding your foot on the brakes and bringing the rpms up and releasing the brake to launch
Most cars have enough power to push past the holding force of just the front brakes when using a line lock. This can cause you to redlight at the starting line. The transbrake will hold the car against all the force and allow you to bring the rpms up higher for your launch, especially on a sticky tire.
I don't believe the 1320 has the Demon chiller system, as there's no supercharger. However, the Hellcat Redeye does, and I have a mini review of that coming soon...
@@DriveBreakFixRepeat That includes an SRT-tuned Adaptive Damping Suspension with exclusive Drag mode, extreme-duty 41-spline halfshafts, line lock, and the TransBrake that was developed for the Demon to address wheel spin on launch. This allows the car to be staged with a foot only on the gas because the TransBrake mechanically locks the transmission's output shaft as the throttle builds. When it unlocks, the transmission sends full power to the rear. For those who take the 1320 hot-lapping, there are cooldown features. Like the Demon, the 1320 comes with just a driver's seat, but buyers can add passenger and rear seats as an option (they were a $1 option on the Demon). Specially developed Nexen 275/40R20l street-legal drag radial tires are available for better grip. VIEW ALL 8 PHOTOS    To denote the new model, Dodge has created a modern version of the Dodge Super Bee logo. The new Angry Bee logo can be found on the front fenders, instrument panel, startup splash screen in the instrument gauge cluster, and it's even illuminated in the headlights. There will also be additional screens in the instrument cluster to set up your car the way you want for the track. Beahm said Scat Pack accounts for about 20 percent of Challenger volume. As for the growing Challenger line, he said lots of people want a muscle car and Dodge has the youngest buyer demographic in the lineup.
@@Demonjr.1320 Good to know. So not the Demon Chiller, but a electronic fan calibration when in drag mode. It's definitely a sweet car for the weekend warrior street and strip guy.
7.8 in the 1/8th, coasted to a 12.5 in the 1/4. Dodge made us lift at the 1/8th mark because someone (not naming names) crashed one earlier in the day...
@@DriveBreakFixRepeat Dodge also claimed that a stock Demon could run 9.65 @ 140 . . . which no one has been able to duplicate. I think Motor Trend's 12.1 @ 115 for the 1320 Scat Pack is more realistic.
We had another guy last night run a 7.52 @ 93 with his new 1320 .. So that is two Avg Joes that have run great numbers ..He was having traction problems and still ran fast ..7.52 @ 93 , that is an easy high 11.70s .. I think Motor Trend needs better driver ..:)
FYI never ever heat up your street tires...drag radials are made up of a softer compound...if you heat up the tires they will get greasy and spin instead of grip...
Hopefully I race one of these (stock) in Fontana! I have a 18’ Charger Hellcat with NT555R on the rear, I run 10.9-11.2 consistently. Not too shabby!🔥💪🏽
Wow, 3.7 sec 0-60 in a car that weighs 4200 pounds and it’s your first time driving it. This car with driver mod would spank a lot of cars on redlights 😉🔥
Hey everyone, glad to see y'all are so hyped up on this video, and the Scat Pack 1320. To answer to the biggest question in the comments: Dodge had us all lift at the 1/8th mark, because, earlier in the day, another journalist crashed one of the cars being a bonehead. How you crash a car that's so easy to drive is a mystery to us all.
Dodge claims 11.70s with this thing, and I don't doubt it, at all, considering I was lifting at the 1/8th and coasting to 12.50s. Press events generally have some restrictions about the cars, and I have to play by the manufacturer's rules (generally 😉) since it's their car, and not mine. If a private owner is interested in showcasing what these things can really do at the strip, message me, and we can set something up!
Lastly, stay tuned, because I also drove the CRAZY 797 HP Challenger Hellcat Redeye widebody, and have a street drive review of that coming soon.
Great job.
Sorry your not lifting at the 1/8 and running 12.50 with a 7.8 1/8 time. 7.8 your lucky if it's a if your under 12.30 flat out through the 1/4. It's not a bad car but no need to stretch the truth. You won't fool the guys that been racing for years only the casuals. 7.8 isn't that bad for not a very experienced driver and with a passenger anyway.
Car will need just under 7.50s to run 11.70 so it shouldn't be a problem hitting this time unlike with what happen with the demon. It's always better to over preform then under perform.
@@waynebollentin989 I have one and it runs high 11's bone stock
@@brihvac didn't say they couldn't run 11s. Maybe comprehend what I was commenting on instead of assuming I have a problem with the car when that's not the case at all. You dodge guys are to defensive.
I actually said in that comment it wouldn't be a problem for it to run 11.70s. My only point was running 7.80s isn't getting you in the 11s. So l'm not sure what's the big deal about you having a bone stock one running high 11s when thats what they should do just saying.
@@waynebollentin989 you must be an old drag racer because you got fucking dementia.
I like how the video is 13 minutes and 20 seconds.
I like how FCA is telling people to "take your dodge to the track and race it" and by the way we'll give you a factory warranty.
This was probably the best video I’ve seen on UA-cam in months! You actually showed us the car being driven instead of just yourself! Great video! Cheers!
I love how FCA is focusing on their performance minded customers and bringing us the goods 👍
Wow! Super impressed with the implementation of the trans brake and ease of use! One of the best OEM rear wheel drive launches I've seen! I'm not a brand loyalist but I've always been more of a chevy/ford guy (owning Camaro and mustang) but Dodge has been impressing more and more over the last few years, and now with this badass 1320 challenger all I can say is Dodge come take my money I want one!!!!!
This is awesome. This is really an outstanding car. I'd love to have a 6.4 but my R/T is still a bunch of fun
Had an r/t loved it but my 6.4 is a welcome awesome upgrade get one
Switched from GM to dodge only because this company loves racing like all of us and brought it back the way it should be thank you Chrysler
FCA is trying hard to get a lot of my money! Between this car and the new Jeep Gladiator I could be in debt to them for many years!
Very quick for only having 485hp and sticky tires. I'm betting Dodge has underrated them by 20-30hp.
Exactly, that's what I heard, definitely more than 485..💯👊🏼...
Yes i think they have closer to 600 hp
🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
I have a customer coming in to buy this today . Watching this video to do a killer walk around haha
Love this car. Trans brake is BIG along with suspension.
It's a great factory package. Really impressed with the "get in and go" factor. This video was me learning the car live time. There was no driver's meeting, tech talk, etc. beforehand.
Only dodge is crazy enough to offer a trans brake on a oem factory vehicle that anyone can own.
Love my 1320, just got it 2 weeks ago. Really a beautiful car and packs the punch!🐝
Way over priced but a nice car. Put $15,000 into a $20,000 used 6cyl and you have a 10 sec Mopar.
How much did you pay?
Hey now that you’ve had it for a while what do you think about it was it worth it I’m really considering getting one
Good job... one of the best reviews on the 1320 yet
I have one. Awesome car.
This video is 13:20 long. The car in the video is a 1320 scatpack. 1320 is the number of feet in a 1/4 mile.
Zakir it's a nice setup, but I would let Hennessey add to it. If I was rich. Please don't judge me.
Yes, the only thing he didn't do was actually run a 1/4 mile..
Zakir mhmmm interesting....... ua-cam.com/video/GRWbIoIR04c/v-deo.html
My first car was a 71 GTO which I rebuilt the engine for drag racing and it put out some serious power for a street car back then but these cars today would have just blown it away. From the factory no less. Very impressive
So cool dodge has come out with this car it will be the challenger TA of the future will definitely become a collectors car, I don’t think they will build that many.
Great video! Its great to finally see that 1320 in action!
getting my 2022 1320 ordered this week
Excellent vid on the line lock and trans brake operation. .
cant wait to launch my 2020 1320 down range. very informative gentleman. Thanks and see ya on the track :)
I know this is an old post, but I just bought a 2020 1320 with 7k miles on it. Was a little nervous of the low mileage for a car that's 5 years old. It's like the person that owned it just kept it for the track so hopefully not all 7k are drag strip miles. Anyways how's your 1320 holding up if you still have it.
@@JohnSargent-r4l Hey John :) yes sir i still have mine. have around 10k on mine. and still as brand new. Drove it first 3 months and has been in garage since. Great vehicle. Hold on to that bad boy. they only made 2500 worldwide. Stay safe and Mopar or no Car :)
That really looks like so much fun! The car takes all the embarrassing " rookie-driver at the wheel" mistakes out of the equation. Pro style burn-outs and shifts!
Video is 13:20 I wonder why
Great video! 1st time I seen how all that stuff works...
I was so nervous during the line lock/ launch control block of instruction.
I'm so glad that you made this video. I got my 1320 almost 2 weeks ago, and there are no instructions on how to use any of those features. the car ships with a regular Challenger owners manual, and a Hellcat supplement. Neither of which cover any aspects of the 1320 model. maybe Dodge should've included a Demon manual with these cars since they share features. Dodge...if you're listening.....it would be nice to get info on the actual features of the 1320 with the car.
Well, glad I was able to help. Enjoy the car, seems like a total blast.
Its in the manual. All versions. V6 to v8..
@@dabeatboxer83 Where? If you know the page numbers, please let me know. The 1320 has a transbrake, and I couldn't find any info on how to use that in the manual. The 1320 has a Drag mode that activates the unique drag suspension and works with the Launch control. I couldn't find info on that anywhere in the manual. If you know where it is, please let me know. The regular Scat pack doesn't some with these features. These features were available on the Demon. I have looked all through the owners manual and couldn't find any info, and I also looked through the Hellcat supplement that was supplied with the car...again...no info on the 1320 features. I'm old, so I guess I could've missed it.
@@themetalmaiden7462 , your salesman should have instructed you on how to access your cars features, I know it's hindsight but it sounds like you got a crapy presentation on your vehicle. I sold cars for 6 years and one thing every sales person should know is how to teach their clients about the features of their vehicle. Also, I know back in the past Dodge would send you to some type of to day driving course if you bought an SRT, I'm not sure if they do that for scat packs. You might wanna call corporate and ask
@@alfonsom8286 I agree, the salesman should have known about it, but he didn't. he told me that it was all covered in the owners manual and the Hellcat supplement that are supplied with the car. I took him at his word. And frankly that information should be there, but it's not. The car even comes with a digital version of the owners manual in the entertainment system, but it's just the regular owners manual. Putting the 1320 specific information in the digital version would be the best place to put it if they didn't want to actually print anything else, but it's not there either. I reached out to Customer Care, and they said they would send me the documentation, but alas, it was just another owners manual. So.....my next attempt at getting it is to write to the head of SRT and ask directly, from the people who developed this package for the car, to send me some instructions. Hopefully that will bear some fruit. In my quest, I'm also trying to call attention to this so that future owners of these cars won't have to deal with this.
I may reach out to some Demon owners and see if they'd be willing to share some info. I'm assuming that their cars came with some specific info, I guess time will tell.
It's a great car and it's unbeatable on the Drag Strip.
Did you just compare a trans brake to launch control?
You should let it roll out of the burnout, if not it can cause differential damage, know it from experience, Peace, nice video
Too bad he didn't go ahead and run it through the 1/4 and give us the results.
classic click bait lol
With a passenger it would've been somewhere in the 12's.
0:10 anyone else heard that voice say *Whatever* 😅 and the video is 1320
It’s get if you taken the car to the track, but I wasn’t so I went with the widebody, it looks more aggressive and has the same power, the 1320 is made for the track but if your not tracking it then I’d rather pay the same money for the widebody.
Man I use the transbrake at red lights just for fun. Easy on the throttle of course. The launch control on the regular scatpacks, which the 1320 also has, is fun too but will break the tires every time. Unless you time it perfect and ease of the throttle after releasing the foot brake. Both still fun as hell, and I need to move up to 305s in the rear with fender flares. I bet it would take the 1320 to a new time.
Ive got a 2016 scat pack shaker 392 with a manual of course cause I'm a real man but this car is pretty nice I like the white 👌😂
I wouldn't own an automatic if there was a manual available. And Challenger has a manual available. I'm not keen on burnouts or racing every hoag who comes down the pike. A manual tranny will never fail you and maintenance costs are non existent. I'm not wasting my time hanging around the drag strip with a bunch of guys who have the same car as mine. I'd rather be fishing. 2021 Scat Pack Challenger Wide Body 6 spd manual, Shaker, Triple Nickel. I enjoy the thumbs up while I cruise. To each his own.
1320 triple nickel and I would have either. 😁
Seems my beloved scatpack is now built for straight up drag
Like it used to be back its day now once again the scat pack is back
Launch is better when you let go of the break! Less step. You have to get the hang of it to get this done kinda quick before light goes on green But def ill try that car..
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I have a Baby Demon, I love it. (1320)
Amazing can't wait for 500 mile
Why no full pass?
I like that the video is exactly 13:20 long lol
Who the hell has the time to do all that is after you stage?????
Mick Claman 5 you are correct. You will lose every race using these procedures. Just foot brake it and go is best.
Automatics.........sure have come a long way. As good as they've gotten though. You'll have to excuse me for saying it. I still want to row my own gears and "dumping" my own clutch at the right RPM for my best launch may be too prehistoric for the Automatic guys.......but to me this is drag racing. I'll never be as consistent and these days it's awfully tough to beat the new automatics in my '18 392 TA.......but when it happens I know, "I DID IT!".......not the car and it;s tech......it was all ME!! That's drag racing. I'm not sure what to call this in the video. When any idiot that can point a car straight can get it down the track in it's best possible time.......that's a cool hat tip for Dodge and it's engineers that built the 1320 but it says NOTHING to me about the driver and his skill behind the wheel.
Dogboy1960 Amen!
Well said.
I've got a 2017 T/A manual and I'd have to agree with you bud!
Keep your hands on the wheel
Challengers are such a wide car that I'm not sure there is a narrow body, lol....i understand the reason of the "Widebody" but still can't get over how it's just tacked on fender flares and wears 305 tires. You can just put 305s on a "narrow" body and same thing, just $6000 less money. Plus, I've seen a Widebody scat pack race a standard SRT392, and the standard car won every race. They both had 305 rear tires. I feel the fender flares create more drag and that is the reason. Also same reason the 1320 is standard body only. If you look at Hellcat top speeds, the standard challenger is 199 mph, the Widebody is 195 mph. I do like the 1320. Just something different and a little unique. I like cars like that.
at 195 They would make a difference, if car that is wide has more weight tooo then slower
I have one a manual I haven't lost a race to a skinny 392 depends on the driver. It's more to it for 6000 it's worth every penny. Test drive one before you bash it seems like you hating on the Wb lol. Plus it looks better hands down.
I'd get one of these for my basic transportation.
Maybe trade in your KIA for a used 1320.
which button flips the license plate?
My 2020 1320 PR is 11.5 @117. 😁
F8 Green. 🔥🔥
For those asking... FCA won't let them run a full 1/4. They don't want rookies running slow 1/4's on video if they're advertising it does high 11's stock. That's also why they have chaperones.
kinda like how the demon dont run its best time by anyone ever , yet . these cars wont run as advertised either
They have a much better chance. These numbers actually work out for the most part. Demon doesn't come close. As far as the demon goes save the non sense I heard it all before. You'll only embarrass yourself just let it go lol..
@@waynebollentin989 yeah nobody wants to be embarrased by all these smart people on the youtube forums
@@kidamere2408 been in 7s on a true 28×10 almost 20 years ago bro. Been drag racing since the 90s when I was 16. My experience comes from building, tuning and racing for 25+ years. Not watching UA-cam or getting bullshit information from the internet like most.
@@waynebollentin989 k thumbs up since i have no emojis on the tab
U give any times ? If u did I apoogize but I missed them , what was best quarter ?
Good vid.......i'm debating between Scat Pack and 1320 to get in a couple of months ? don't know which one, but i will get one of them !!!
I got the Scat Pack but should have went 1320 only because I never use back seats.!
Like a fighter jet fa18 hornet taken off
super sick wow i need one.
that's neat I have the Scatpack same color 2019
paddle should be bigger
this is the one id buy...
Great video 👊🏾
FCA needs to sort out this theft problem with our cars and I'll be completely happy
I'm so tempted to trade my T/A for one of these, but I love my manual too much.
Elias Garcia one or two passes and you’ll regret it!
@@JeepCherokeeful I'm down to a 12.8 stock with DRs from a 14.4 on my first time at the track about a year ago. No regrets yet haha.
Elias Garcia yes, you’ve probably heard the that a stock 2018 Mustang GT with the 10 speed automatic has gotten into the 11’s. The Challenger’s weight is majorly slowing it down. I like ur car though, stripes and all;)
Your supposed to go full throttle with trans brake engagement before letting go of button, NO?
You hold the RPM's just as you would on any launch; somewhere between 1500-2000
The foot brake launch or torque launch is the one you can set at higher RPMs and hold the gas pedal all the way down and will stay at the pre-selected RPMs
That's great what's the car get for the 60ft? What's the car get for 0-60? My 2013 mustang the driver can get 1.8 60 ft and quicker than 4 sec 0-60 that's what a driver can get. Love how everyone will be proud the time slips when all they have to do is push buttons mash the gas and let the car do the work.
Why did he let out for the pass?... omfg
If I were a Camaro or mustang guy I'd be down right jealous of Mopar it has so much more offer there cars look like they are approved by some committee women who just hate anything manly or American look at the beastly Challenger best looking best performance muscle car bar none
Thanks but I'll keep my Camaro it shouldn't cost $45000 to run 11's
Jim Heflin fr😭
@@e.honchoo9596 classy as expected
Funny thing just about anyone on a real drag radial could crack 11's with a stock A8 scat pack challenger. I know I did. 3.6 0-60 and 11.9@116 on a 305/18 MT ET street R.
Does it come in the charger??
How expensive are those tires?
400 each. They are not cheap. There are some good alternatives to the Nexen Tire N-Fera SUR4G Drag Spec. I have firestone firehawk indy 500s on my 2020 1320 and the get pretty sticky.
Unless I missed it, what you showed is not a typical trans brake used in racing. That type uses the transmission (a couple gears together) to hold the vehicle from moving and at the same time, you go wide open on the throttle and have a rev limiter hold the engine rpms to a certain rpm. All you have to do is let go of the transbrake button because your foot is all the way to the floor. What you showed seemed to be close except you have to release the paddle AND go wide open at that time with the throttle? Can someone clarify?
James Stacey dodge did not include a rev limiter in the transbrake launch procedure for no obvious reason. Going past ~2300rpms before paddle release disengages the entire sequence and you have to start it all over
Youre thinking of a two step in conjunction with a transbrake.
@@gordonsflash8612 Ah, yes, you are correct!
What is the max RPM can you go up to on the transbrake? If limited to 1800, useless in my opinion. You can just brake torque it and go. When someone says a car has a transbrake, I'm thinking more like 5000 RPM launches.
What's the point of testing the car if you going to lift at the 1/8th 🙄🤔
Nice video perspective of the SP 1320 in action. It would be nice to have the transbrake and line lock in my '16 Scat Pack Challenger for sure. But, that being said, I ran 7.76 @ 92 best 1/8 and 11.9 @ 116 best 1/4 on my stock 245 F1 Eagles. Car was full weight leather group optioned interior too, on stock tune and 93 in the tank. Once I figured out what the car wanted for max performance, it was consistent 11.9-12.0 number @ 115-117 mph. I do have to say that F8 Green is an awesome color too.
Can you launch with out warming up the tires.
why are all the car guys in California?
A lot of car manufacturers test/have facilities here, a lot of the aftermarket was the born here (think Edelbrock, etc.), it's a huge shipping hub for Asian brands, and the "racing season" here is basically year-round. CA has a lot of "problems" for car enthusiasts, but there's also a ton of upsides.
Pretty sad location and mechanic for a trans brake button. Tens of thousands of drag cars to use as an example and they make it some weird trigger release that no one uses for good reason
You know you're supposed to go on green right ? Looks to hard to get the transbrake on after the stage
Usually between the second and 3rd yellow on a sportsman tree. If you aren’t worried about the outcome of the race and only care about your time slip, then you can leave at any time. I’d imagine it would take a few runs to get the routine down where it would be second nature and mush faster to implement.
He was demonstrating how the car worked...wasnt trying to cut a .500 light..
But can it cut a light with transbrake? Is there enough time for all that
Deez Nuggs It’s definitely something you’d have to practice like in a empty parking lot or desolate road until it’s second nature. I’d like to see some in car vids of people who race regularly to see how quickly they can implement the line lock and transbrake once they are very comfortable with the procedures.
5:30.🖕 Flips ya the bird!
Can you get this car in a manual transmission?
Not the 1320 version as it is automatic only
Whats the difference of using the trans brake at the line or just holding your foot on the brakes and bringing the rpms up and releasing the brake to launch
Precision and efficacy. With the right tire, a transbrake car will launch much harder than just riding on the torque converter, with less wheelspin.
Most cars have enough power to push past the holding force of just the front brakes when using a line lock. This can cause you to redlight at the starting line. The transbrake will hold the car against all the force and allow you to bring the rpms up higher for your launch, especially on a sticky tire.
Those are fast times. I own an rtShaker Scatpack.
I'm curious to know your rear tire specs. 275/45s? Or wider?
275x40x20 nexen drag radials
THEY COULD SPEND ALL THE $$$ THEY WANT IN MODS....THEY WILL ALWAYS BE HELD BEHIND TILL THEY GET THE WEIGHT DOWN UNDER 4-K.
I guess my first question would be how hard can you launch the car, at what RPM? Can I launch at 3200 RPM?
Yes, but I hope you have enough tire, or are a beast on the 60', otherwise it'll be spin city.
@@DriveBreakFixRepeat the average tire pressure drop is 32 psi. and to be honest you didnt warm up the tires either
Car doesn't have enough converter to launch that high. Come on if you don't know the answer just say you don't know.
Dude, don't be scared of the car
really needs a lower gear..3.55 or 3.91 etc,you can hear it allmost bog in first few feet etc..
How does the cool down feature work?
I don't believe the 1320 has the Demon chiller system, as there's no supercharger. However, the Hellcat Redeye does, and I have a mini review of that coming soon...
@@DriveBreakFixRepeat dodge claims you can hot lap with the cool down feature. It runs the fans on high
@@DriveBreakFixRepeat That includes an SRT-tuned Adaptive Damping Suspension with exclusive Drag mode, extreme-duty 41-spline halfshafts, line lock, and the TransBrake that was developed for the Demon to address wheel spin on launch. This allows the car to be staged with a foot only on the gas because the TransBrake mechanically locks the transmission's output shaft as the throttle builds. When it unlocks, the transmission sends full power to the rear. For those who take the 1320 hot-lapping, there are cooldown features.
Like the Demon, the 1320 comes with just a driver's seat, but buyers can add passenger and rear seats as an option (they were a $1 option on the Demon). Specially developed Nexen 275/40R20l street-legal drag radial tires are available for better grip.
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To denote the new model, Dodge has created a modern version of the Dodge Super Bee logo. The new Angry Bee logo can be found on the front fenders, instrument panel, startup splash screen in the instrument gauge cluster, and it's even illuminated in the headlights. There will also be additional screens in the instrument cluster to set up your car the way you want for the track.
Beahm said Scat Pack accounts for about 20 percent of Challenger volume. As for the growing Challenger line, he said lots of people want a muscle car and Dodge has the youngest buyer demographic in the lineup.
@@Demonjr.1320 Good to know. So not the Demon Chiller, but a electronic fan calibration when in drag mode. It's definitely a sweet car for the weekend warrior street and strip guy.
If this guy says "wheel hop" one more time.....
Wheel hop.
@@DriveBreakFixRepeat hey now....no one likes a wise guy
SHENANIGANS !!!
Any times?
7.8 in the 1/8th, coasted to a 12.5 in the 1/4. Dodge made us lift at the 1/8th mark because someone (not naming names) crashed one earlier in the day...
Dodge claims it'll do 11.70s and I think that's easily doable. The gearing on the ZF 8-speed is great and it wants to pull hard up top.
11.70s are very doable ... My 1320 ran the 1/8 mile at 7.45 @ 93 without using the trans brake ..
@@DriveBreakFixRepeat Dodge also claimed that a stock Demon could run 9.65 @ 140 . . . which no one has been able to duplicate. I think Motor Trend's 12.1 @ 115 for the 1320 Scat Pack is more realistic.
We had another guy last night run a 7.52 @ 93 with his new 1320 .. So that is two Avg Joes that have run great numbers ..He was having traction problems and still ran fast ..7.52 @ 93 , that is an easy high 11.70s .. I think Motor Trend needs better driver ..:)
wonder if dodge fixed the lifters problems and cam shaft problems my scat pack stays at the dealership
Easy 12.3-4without passenger
11.5 @117 is my PR😁
FYI never ever heat up your street tires...drag radials are made up of a softer compound...if you heat up the tires they will get greasy and spin instead of grip...
So you Greased up your tires and now you want to Drag race it, WTG Blinky
Good thing guy behind you was not BEEPING
20 mins and 13 seconds WHoohooo
30 years later and rich Kids rent track to make cars go
Fiat said do what you do best, ENGINEERING we'll get out of the way. Job #1 is now back with the LEADERS....MOPAR. nuff said.
Might want to keep on it until you actually go a 1/4 mile? LOL You let off way early.
They werent allowed a full pass. Go back and read his statement.
I have read it, it never said he wasn't allowed a full pass. He just says he lifted at the 1/8th.
@@ETRacing someone crashed so no full passes that day. Its in his reply of the first or second post
@@gordonsflash8612 Gotchya! Thanks
Amazing! Makes me wanna go test drive one and buy the somebeech.
i want a purple one so bad,but can 800 a month do it, lol..
5:30 thats rude, lol.
Hopefully I race one of these (stock) in Fontana! I have a 18’ Charger Hellcat with NT555R on the rear, I run 10.9-11.2 consistently. Not too shabby!🔥💪🏽
Wow, 3.7 sec 0-60 in a car that weighs 4200 pounds and it’s your first time driving it. This car with driver mod would spank a lot of cars on redlights 😉🔥
Not so much on the street. Needs a burnout and prepped track to hook up.
Damn I want a 1320
0-60 in 3.7??? Wow! Camaros and mustangs ain’t doing that!