{"id":93095,"date":"2023-10-31T11:45:48","date_gmt":"2023-10-31T18:45:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.racingjunk.com\/news\/?p=93095"},"modified":"2023-10-31T11:35:17","modified_gmt":"2023-10-31T18:35:17","slug":"ringbrothers-unveils-the-tusk-1969-dodge-charger-with-hellephant-power","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.racingjunk.com\/news\/ringbrothers-unveils-the-tusk-1969-dodge-charger-with-hellephant-power\/","title":{"rendered":"Ringbrothers Unveils the &#8220;TUSK&#8221; 1969 Dodge Charger with Hellephant Power"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"jetpack-slideshow-noscript robots-nocontent\">This slideshow requires JavaScript.<\/p><div id=\"gallery-93095-1-slideshow\" class=\"jetpack-slideshow-window jetpack-slideshow jetpack-slideshow-black\" data-trans=\"fade\" data-autostart=\"1\" data-gallery=\"[{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/www.racingjunk.com\\\/news\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2023\\\/10\\\/Ringbrothers_CenterScene_Tusk-10-min-scaled-e1698777202557.jpg&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;93100&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Ringbrothers Unveils the \\u0026#8220;TUSK\\u0026#8221; 1969 Dodge Charger with Hellephant Power&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;Ringbrothers Unveils the \\u0026quot;TUSK\\u0026quot; 1969 Dodge Charger with Hellephant Power&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;Click Here to Begin Slideshow\\n\\nRingbrothers, the internationally acclaimed custom car builder and parts manufacturer, has introduced their latest custom masterpiece, \\u0026#8220;TUSK.\\u0026#8221; This meticulous and comprehensive reimagining of the iconic 1969 Dodge Charger represents a ground-up engineering endeavor. TUSK is a faithful tribute to the original, enhanced with extensive fabrication and carbon-fiber components, combined with a contemporary chassis, suspension, and the formidable Mopar Hellephant crate engine, boasting an astonishing 1,000 horsepower.\\n\\nLimited to just 100 units, the rare and highly sought-after Hellephant engine not only provides the Charger with its incredible power but also serves as the inspiration for the car\\u0026#8217;s name. This supercharged 426ci (7.0-liter) V8 engine generates a staggering 950 ft-lbs of torque, delivering power to the rear wheels through a Bowler TREMEC T-56 Magnum six-speed manual transmission and a custom carbon-fiber driveshaft by QA1 REV Series, mated to a Strange Engineering Ford 9-inch rear end. The all-aluminum Hemi engine is nestled beneath a custom two-piece carbon-fiber hood featuring billet machined hood scoop grilles and is strategically placed 2.5 inches farther back against a custom-built firewall to optimize weight distribution.\\n\\nEvery element of TUSK has undergone a unique transformation by the skilled craftsmen at Ringbrothers. The Charger\\u0026#8217;s iconic front end showcases a one-piece exposed carbon-fiber surround, accented with a single piece of billet machined chrome trim that highlights the distinctive \\u0026#8220;blind-eye\\u0026#8221; grille. The front valance and chin spoiler are one-of-a-kind pieces designed in-house by Ringbrothers, and both the front and rear bumpers have been subtly tucked and narrowed to enhance the Charger\\u0026#8217;s imposing presence. Other personalized touches include the elimination of windshield cowl vents, reshaped and extended rear quarter end caps, new door skins, extended and lowered rocker panels, a one-off belly pan, lower rear valance, and custom driveline tunnel and floors.\\n\\nJim Ring, co-owner of Ringbrothers, expressed, \\u0026#8220;The Charger\\u0026#8217;s \\u0026#8216;coke-bottle\\u0026#8217; body is the perfect canvas to push the limits of what we can do and showcase our in-house talent and capabilities. TUSK took over 5,000 hours to complete and is a radical reimagining of the classic Charger, blending the aesthetics of a 20th-century icon with the renowned build quality and distinctive Ringbrothers touch.\\u0026#8221;\\n\\nThe exterior finish, provided by BASF Glasurit\\u0026#8217;s \\u0026#8220;Black to the Future,\\u0026#8221; accentuates the Charger\\u0026#8217;s sleek fenders and muscular proportions, while contrasting gold accents add a menacing edge to its appearance. This menacing look is not just for show; the front wheels have been brought forward two inches to extend the wheelbase and improve handling. A custom Roadster Shop FAST TRACK chassis contributes to dynamic performance, featuring Fox RS SV coilovers on all four corners and formidable stopping power thanks to Baer Brakes Extreme 6S six-piston calipers. To effectively manage brake heat, machined billet side vents are integrated into the front fenders, and the Charger rides on Ringbrothers\\u0026#8217; \\u0026#8220;TUSK\\u0026#8221; Edition HRE Wheels fitted with Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tires.\\n\\nThe same level of precision extends to the interior, where modern comforts and conveniences are seamlessly integrated. A custom leather interior with a carbon-fiber console takes center stage, complete with a custom carbon-fiber \\u0026#8220;pistol grip\\u0026#8221; shifter, paying homage to Mopar\\u0026#8217;s heritage. Upholstery Unlimited crafted the bespoke interior, which also includes a Gentex rearview mirror, Dakota Digital gauges, and a Vintage Air Gen IV climate-control system.\\n\\nMike Ring, co-owner of Ringbrothers, emphasized, \\u0026#8220;Performance and design guided this project. It truly demonstrates what can be achieved when cutting-edge techniques work in harmony with meticulous attention to detail and creative vision. The second-gen Charger epitomizes American muscle car styling and performance, and that\\u0026#8217;s exactly what we aimed to capture with this build. 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