
The new hemi for the Charger
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Original Charger Paint scheme Chosen for the Restoration
Continued bad weather delays have set the chassis work back for two more weeks.
The Charger is heading to the chassis shop Feb 2nd

The panels are loaded and headed for the paint shop.

Thanks to Bob for digging out his trailer so I could use it. The Charger is finally heading to the chassis shop.
The Charger makes it to the chassis shop

The new Clutch arrives, Crower does a great job.

The Motor is starting to take shape! I can almost smell the Nitro now, ahhhhhhh....

Found these single plug fabricated covers, nice pieces.

The panels are striped and ready for the body work.

The Charger is on the jig and ready for the chassis work.
The decision has been made to build a completely new chassis for the Charger. Work has started and I will be adding new photos soon.

The new Chassis for the Charger

Getting fitted for the car

Setting up the back half of the Charger

Chip and Steve discussing options for the Charger
Coming summer 2009
The Utah Charger will be the only restored rear engine Nostalgia Top Fuel car in the country that will be certified to run full out and compete in match races and exhibitions.
Motor : Setup by Steve Watson, Felt Machine
Chassis : Chassis work by Chip Nielson Enterprise
Paint : Body work & Paint by Scott Mason
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