The Perfect 5.7 R/T Charger/Challenger Setup.. Here's How You Do It!
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- Опубликовано: 13 май 2024
- I give you my thoughts on the perfect setup to make your Dodge Charger or Challenger 5.7 R/T more fun on the street. What do you feel like the ideal setup for your car?
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I had an RT before I got the hellcat. I loved that car. Having 700+ HP is great, but your not gonna use all that power all the time. The RT is great because you could have fun with it, and use its full power and really punch on it without going sideways as easy. Much love to all the mopars.
Agreed! Would like a hellcat, but love my RT!
@@jacobb1354 all around great package man!
And I’m not gonna lie, 5.7’s have a unique badass sound if you do some exhaust work. Even without too
i am a truck person. my 5.7 1500 ram is nice. wouldnt mind upgrading to a 6.4 powerwagon but i love my current truck. i would get a trx if i could afford it though.
@@GETBENT1331 yeah TRX’s are amazing bro. Haven’t got behind the wheel of one yet but they are a impressive package. 5.7 and 6.4 rams are a great buy too. Really can’t go wrong ✊🏼
Makes me feel better about my Daytona Rt 😂. It’s 385 wheel little more than basic rts but I wanna do headers and tune and hopefully have 450 wheel. But man I can’t wait to get my hands on a Real SRT. Btw I got my car for 44K man I could of gotten a scat smhhhhhh but it’s ok😔
I got my ‘11 R/T at 17 and I’m now 18, worked my ass for it and it’s such an amazing car, I’m literally addicted too it.
Hard work pays off brother
Same here just turned 18 and got a 2020 charger rt last week I never wanna stop driving it
@@tylermactague9280 I wish I could’ve gotten a 15+ Charger but i wouldn’t have been able to comfortably afford it like I can with my 11-14 R/T Charger
yooo me too bro, got my 19 rt at 17 & just turned 18
You should get a pedal commander so you have faster shift points and a mid muffler delete. Both mods are under $400
Thank you for the 5.7 content RacerX
You bet 👍
@@zwiesohsirius isn’t that to much power for a rt?
Man I’m on a deployment right now and I’m watching your videos whenever I get a chance... I appreciate every single one... wish we could meet one day once I buy my mopar✊🏾✊🏾
I hope so.. thank you for your service brother
Facts bro I can wait to get back to my RT in the rear
Same here 😭
Do the dealers still set up while your on deployment? I remember the dealers on the ship when I was in the Marine Corps. You could buy and take delivery when you got back to your home port. They always beat the 21% interest off base in JVille.
Here is one of the most loyal RUclipsr to your subscribers.
Thanks for you efforts
Thank you my friend 🤜🔥
This video is right on time just brought a 2021 Daytona RT 🤙🏽
Oh nice.. hope your enjoying it
R/Ts are way louder then scats
@@tylercouture216 I live up north and it’s the loudest car on the road 95% of the time 🤷🏽♂️
RacerX
Do a video on carsalesmen like me. At AutoNation we make $100 a car if we sell anything $2000 below MSRP it’s crazy how low we are paid.
@@tylercouture216 You joking bruh no way you serious. That’s not the smartest statement lol
All the things you suggested are good upgrades. With a simple diablo tune I cut a second off of my 0- 60. It didn't gain much power. But, the behavior of the vehicle changed. Throttle response, shift points, No MDS. It was like a different car. I agree with the "BIG HORSES".
I really appreciate this because I just bought a 2020 R/T. Please keep the great content coming.
Thanks buddy
Picked up a 2018 R/T fully loaded a few days ago and I love it! Its going to be my daily driver/picking my kid up from school car and Its got everything I could need. The previous owner installed an X pipe and Axle back and she gets rowdy when you get on the pedal. I have future hopes of being able to afford a hellcat redeye one day but dont get me wrong the 5.7 aint no slouch shes got plenty of Go Go Juice! I look forward to watching your videos every time you post as they help me learn more about these cars.
R/T's are solid! Sounds amazing too! Thanks for another great video!
I have a 2009 R/T challenger and I’m not looking to go crazy bc it’s my everyday driver, but I appreciate videos like this giving me a little insight on where to start
You have been so reliable for Mopar..I thank you Racer X..I finally upgraded from my 2013 challenger SXT to my 2016 Charger RT tuned by 93 octane Diablo sport..cold air intake ..392 throttle ..paddle box…and straight piped..you are still helping me to make great decisions..thanks bro
How much whp were you getting with these mods? Just picked up an rt so I'm very curious
@@deadthybug4646 probably around 350-55 wheel
The best daily driver out there, imop. Low insurance cost, good gas mileage, looks good, drives great, and at the end of the day has what the muscle car era enthusiasts shot for which was 1hp per cubic inch, and that's out of the box bone stock. People forget sometimes what they have a car for and that's to drive. If you're fortunate enough you have two then you have a race car and a street car. But not really both in one car
I use to get 32 mpg on the highway with my challenger rt. Really economical for a V8
@@moresomoze manual or auto?
I will have to agree with you. I love the daily drive ability of the 5.7 hemi. When you have kids to haul around and you don't wanna be caught in a minivan lol 😆 5.7 hemi is the best solution to it ! Of course the big Brothers scat packs and hellcats make better weekend and race track warriors!
The best daily is a S3! mine is making around 420awhp and runs 11.3 in the 1/4 mile. Gets good gas mileage, looks great as well, also drives great and it’s just a all around great daily. The 5.7’s are nice but way too slow in my opinion
All facts bro, I went from a Chrysler 200 to a challenger RT I love it so much it’s always fun to hear it roar in the morning and get on the highway
Been watching you, TallGuy, HemiLife44, and Rell 2 Real for a year and really appreciate your content. Modding the hell outta my 2019 Charger R/T Plus! Hellcat or Redeye soon!
One of the most GENUINE youtuber. Keep rocking Mr X 😎
Thanks buddy.. will do
Racer X is awesome .
Absolutely accurate. I have a 5.7 Charger and I agree completely. Thanks for the good info RacerX, keep em commin...
Thanks buddy
I've had an RT for 4 years+ now, blew the engine on e and then cammed the new one. Improved air-flow, cooling, tweaked the exhaust note, stiffened the chassis, got good tires and lowered it. Never looked back since ! Everyone has their preference, Hellcats and 392s are unique in their own way but I just preferred the true small block.
This channel is neccessary.
Great stuff RacerX
Well explained professor👍..great job as always
I have a 2019 challenger rt ..... I plan on modifying it soon.... thx again for the excellent advice! Keep up the good work racer x .... and I subscribed 😀👍
Great video. Lots of goodies. I personally have the hellcat lower with a drop in stock style k&n filter. Definitely can feel the difference over stock. I absolutely love my mopar. Such fun everyday. And guys n gals a oil catch can is a must for the life of these hemi engines. Thanks for sharing.
Just got my RT this week, best driving experience I've ever had
This is a Great video. Thank you Racer X.
Great job as always RacerX, giving great useful content, thanks.
You bet Paul
just got my 18' charger r/t last week . love it , so much fun to drive . looking forward to trying some of these mods out tho !
Thanks Racer X. I had a ‘16 Charger RT, loved it, especially the 30 mpg on highway. Now looking at ‘21, torn between another RT, with some extras, or base Scat. Your videos certainly help, keep them coming.
30 mpg? How? Even with MDS, That sounds like a stretch.
@@MrHEMI260it’s cap, mine only gets a max of 16mpg highway and 11mpg city
@@tripplepllc.6122 DAMN. Yeah, sounds about right.
Great video, just bought my 21 RT. Thanks Racer X
I went to the dealership looking for a 5.7 challenger but they didn’t have one in a widebody. I ended up buying the Scat, 6.4, Pitch Black, Widebody, standard trans. It’s got awesome power and looks cool as hell. I changed tires because this car has so much torque/power I was loosing traction and spinning out.
I currently drive a Mustang which has become more of my project car and I’ve been looking for a good 4 door daily. I’m also a big fan of muscle cars so I didn’t wanna go import on my daily and these videos have made me decide to get the R/T. Thanks for the videos man, great content 👍🏼
Perfect timing on this video just about to get my blacktop package RT Challenger. Can’t wait been a long time coming. Love the content man big fan!
Order a billet technology catch can bro with the Z bracket will save dirty oil from getting shot back into the engine 💯
@@TRAUMAGAMINGINC appreciate that man thanks will do!
Glad to help brother
The only RUclipsr I know that would tell you straight up that you can't cut corners. 💯💯
Thanks brother.. much appreciated
I am glad you mentioned the hellcat air box. It really does make a big difference and the mid muffler delete makes a very mean growl on the stock exhaust.
Thanks for the video🤘🤘🤘
Two great and inexpensive mods
Love my RT drove it to Vegas n back flying on the highway! Just can't get enough!
Looks great. I went with the AFE air box and snorkel tube to the grill. Much different.
Great job as usual sir. You have often decried the stock wheel/tire selection. What are your thoughts on the Dodge Dynamics Package? Maybe a whole video to explore possible variations...hmmm
I have a 19 RT Durango now and I would love to upgrade to a 392. Thanks for the info racer x!
I’ve had many RT’s ( dad is a district MGR for dodge so it was a family company car) when you get a 392 you will neeeeeeeeever want a 5.7 RT ever agaaaaaaain !!
Nice one brother! 👍👍👍 I like how you divided the mods into stages! 💯🔥💯
I try lol 👍
Hey RacerX! Pretty sure I saw Mrs. X’s 392 in a shopping center while I was delivering pizzas the other day, and just wanted to say that it’s cool to have a RUclipsr local to me making such great content! Keep it up 👌🏼
Awesome stuff brother.. her car definitely stands out
My first car out of high school was a 98 Honda Civic had that for 2 years then bought a used 2013 rt challenger. In the next couple of weeks I’m gonna be upgrading either to a used srt or a newer scat pack. I honestly feel like the R/t was a great middle phase car for me it had a ton more hp and torque than my old Honda but not to much where my 20 year old self couldn’t handle it. I’m 23 now and I feel ready and more experienced to move up a trim but I have must say I don’t regret getting the rt I’m planning on keeping it even when I get a new car and it was a great building block for me.
R/T are so much fun. I never regret getting one of these cars💪🏽
They are a great package for sure
@@RacerX9 especially for the price. I picked up one last year for $23k low miles
@@OctonaBoyFresh really?? Where?
Just ordered an unlocked PCM and will be getting my 16 RT and will be getting all new tunes within the week. Can't friggin wait.
No tune required for a 160 degree stat feels strong even on a hot day, I have the hell cat lower and the scat pack headers made it really fun to drive best mod yet. 😎👍
THIS MAN IS SUCH CAR SENT ANGEL🇯🇲
The best in RUclips thank you for your content 🙏🏻🙏🏻
Thank you my friend
He’s not even close to being the best on yt
I bought my second 5.7 RT last May. 2020 Daytona. It had the upgraded air intake and brembo with suspension package. Sport mode exhaust is also great. Much easier as a daily drive and still fun as you mentioned. Thanks for a good video.
Why don’t I steal it
Isn't the stock intake in the daytona package already a cai?
Great Video‼️ The RT is a really good choice for a daily driver and it shouldn't break your wallet at the gas station...like the 392 does‼️💯 That Charger is TorRed also....👍😁🤟
I'm planning on getting a 2021 Challenger R/T so I will definitely save this video.
Nice to see that dealership put a car inside on the showroom floor with all those water spots and dust all up in the engine bay. Classy 👌🏽👌🏽👌🏽
Great video as always man. Lol I just purchased a ported throttle body already had the hellcat airbox and got a pedal commander for my scat
Thank you RacerX for the RT Love! I went the route of upgrading my 2012 Challenger RT with a larger 2.75" exhaust by installing a manifold and high-flow cats from a 6.1L and then Corsa Extremes! This did require a custom tune because of the O2 sensors were in a different location than stock. Between the custom exhaust and tune, there was a very noticeable improvement.
Apparently the standard 80mm throtlebody on those cars actually flows more than enough cfm to feed the engine .. thus the engine wont outflow the TB so you wont gain power unfortunately
@@RacerX9 Interesting, the car had over 100k miles when I bought it so I wonder if the Cats were plugged up and replacing them with the higher flow restored lost power. lol. Oh, and I did install a 180-degree thermostat and tuned it to run higher octane fuel which probably contributed to the gains. I am on the fence about whether to upgrade the CAM or leave it as is for drivability reasons...
Yeah, you're right about the cost of the super charger. I would always see them advertise it for 5-6k but when I called in it was more like 10k... Honestly I was like it's not worth it...Glad I didn't go with that, because a few months after considering getting the supercharger I was involved in a really bad car accident and my car was totaled...That would have been a big wasted, but now I've been blessed with a Scatpack.
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I just picked up a '11 Challenger R/T Classic. It had K&N intake and Borla exhaust on it already. It literally just roasts the 245/45 tires. Even if I just roll into it gently and then go WOT at 25 MPH it'll still end up just blowing the tires off. With a few more mods I don't see how a guy would want anything more for the street. I guess I need wider tires first! I like that this car has the NAG1 trans...bulletproof and much easier to service and maintain!
The color is TORRED! great video keep it up! 💪🏽
375 hp 410 torque on the 6 speeds, i love mine even stock, all i got is borla exhaust and 6 speed manual and i have lots of fun, great video!
They are alot of fun for sure
manual is the way to do it my 14 shaker is #1959
Isn't it an 8 speed transmission?
@@NYFan77 sorry yes the charger is i was referring too my 6 speed challenger
I have a 2019 Challenger Shaker R/T with a 6M. absolutely love it
I just ordered a 2021 r/t with a performance package, gotta wait a couple months for it but super stoked!
Thanks for the info.. my son is getting the challenger r/t
Hmm.. I would recommend this setup for the non tuning setup.. 1) Hellcat Airbox or Daytona Cold Air Intake 2) 3.09 LSD 3) Pedal Commander 4) JBA Ceramic Coated Short Tube Headers 5) Ported 5.7 Intake 6) Larger Throttle Body.. Should give a nice 30 to 40 whp bump and requires no tuning.. And the 3.09 complement the perf mods real well.. That is as far as I would go with Mods to keep it a solid reliable daily driver.. You are not going to beat scats..but will be a lot closer to them than stock
ported intake & larger throttle needs a tune to fully embrace the mods
It's enough to make them say
WTF
🤔...
@@19rt83 yeah I was about to say that. I owned a V6 before my RT, went bought a throttle body put it on and then the fucking car wouldn't run.
And I found out that all of the mopars have locked ecu's and you need a special program or something to get it unlocked. That was the day I gave up on the V6 traded it in and got an RT LOL
Pedal commander IMO is a waste. You would be better off with a Diablo tuner and up the throttle response that way, and you also can tune it to run off 91/93.
Also, why short headers? You get more bang out of long tubes.
@@coryharder191 the point i was making was no tuning required mods..on the 5.7.. Long tube headers need a tune
I use my RT as a daily driver and I love it.
That was a great video!, 375HP, that’s no joke that’s a pretty quick car for a daily driver that would be really cool to have, I definitely cannot daily drive my hellcat that’s just to go out have some fun and drive it here in there and keep low miles,But with that said great video great content, can’t wait for the next one, I feel there’s a live video coming soon, LOL
That was a sharp looking RT.
On point got a 2020 RT blacktop 💪🏾
this just completed my dream of what i wanted to do to my dodge journey rt ! i will make a video of my journey this will be awesome!
Good stuff. Not sure if I missed you say it but I would highly recommend the 3.09 LSD swap also.
Just traded my v6 mustang last weekend and got my 2021 rt plus in frostbite blue, and I’m in love. Gonna wait and save up a bit before I mod it but none stock, way more fun then my modded v6
Thank you 💯
Great, informative video, thanks!
Let’s look at this, I have watched a lot of your video’s for I just recently bought a 2016 charger r/t. Love the car and for the price it can’t be beat.
Going into mods. I’ve compiled a list here for gains of around 135HP. This is also before exhaust because I’m still searching for the right sound I want.
Corsa CAI
Diablo Sport Mod PCM + Trinity 2 Programmer
BBK Performance 90MM Throttle
Comp Cams Stage 1 full kit
E3 spark plugs
MSD Blaster HVC coils
That price comes to just under 4K at around 3,860 bucks
Projected gains is around 135HP
Can pick up 3.09 rear ends for anywhere between 600-1000 bucks
Exhaust sitting around 1600 bucks
So in all, the haters of R/T who say just get a scat pack....
Numbers speak for themselves.
How much you got it for?
Dude get some mbrps they are loud asf only 750
@@anthonyhernandez8824 yaaaaaaa no I was talking complete setup headers all the way back…… but I went a completely different route than what I had here.
For the price it “can’t be beat.”
I can name a few vehicles that are in the same price range that can beat it.
I agree with the haters.. whats the point of spending all that money.. get a used Scat for that price
Thanks Racer!!!
You should do one for the 6.4 guys great content by the way 🙏💪🏽
Just got 21 r/t charger. Love it
Please do more content on the charger r/t I own a 2020 and need guidance on what to mod on it to make it faster
I have a 2018 Challenger R/T with a 6 speed and it's fun to drive. It checks every box for a "fun" American muscle car but I still want a Hellcat!!! 💯😎🔥
I have a 07 5.7 charger 148 on the dash run goodddd 3 yrs running strong
Thank you for showing luv to US, but I have announced that I will be getting a 2021 Chevy Camaro ✌🏽Ss 1Le. I still love my R/T +
just drove an RT for the first time the other day such a great car want one so bad lol
I certainly is
I test drove a 21 r/t Daytona last weekend and loved it, might be a new addition here soon
I love my rt. Perfectly daily
Update: I bought a 2020 Daytona r/t frostbite today had to travel 5 hours to get it but definitely worth it
@@dylanlandon2441 damn that’s awesome post a vid
AYEE! Some RT love!! You should do review on my rt. engine wise I have done anything but cosmetic it looks Amazing! 😁
Gotta show the RT guys some love once in a while
Nice job. My setup is close to yours. I'm running the HC lower ab with k&n high flow filter. BILLET tech CC, MM delete with 5" tips, no throttle lag PedalBOX, (works great! No codes or limp mode) i run penzoil full syn with k&n high flow oil filter and 91 vpower shell gas. My r/t drives and sounds great! Very snappy with pops and gurgles. About $700 in mods
I Love it when my guy drops that Knowledge!
Ya'll need to be clickin that LIKE on this stuff!
Thank you David
I’m currently saving up to put a 5.7 in my 300, can’t wait sounds like it’s gonna be a really fun time
Great video. My takeaway, just easier to get a Scat, the price different isn’t that much especially if you can get a rebate have any haggle skills to get the dealer to come down a little more.
I love your videos fam 🙌🏾
Just got my 22 rt. Great video cause I just want to get it up over 400hp. Definitely doing this first setup, gotta keep my warranty 😁
Wssup man, what other mods have u done to your 22 rt? I just got one too
i have the pedal commander on my 19 pacifica. hands down, a world of difference.
My 2018 RT is getting stimulated.
My build, which topped out at 12.6 in the 1/4, remove the suitcase muffler, swap the cats to high flow, change to shorty headers, k&n air filter or even better a cold air intake (i added a pipe that feeds from one of the holes for the fog lights for cool air on the stock airbox). Also, you want a canned tune. Get you a nice one, mine is superchips (vivid linq) and I can change settings when I want to but I've heard Diablo is better.
Also, of COURSE you'll feel it...30 horsepower is 10%. Thats significant!
i did some of these to my 5.7 cold air; resonator delete, flow masters, and a pedal commander. racer x is right made a big difference
How much you pay for all that mods?
Just got my first Dodge. A 2012 Challenger R/T plus. I cant wait to start adding mods!
Same 2012 challenger rt plus with 33k miles ! Hope you enjoying it as much as me brother
@@kwabinaquauinoo4668 carvana never delivered it. I'm just gonna get a new one from a dealer I can actually see. Lol
Great video I am working on getting an rt at the end of the month
Sweet Video! My dream car is a R/T maybe when the economy recoveries Ill be able to get one! I hope sometime you can go to Hurst Autoplex and review A Demon. I've been there a couple times to go look at the cool cars and I mentioned that I found out about them through your channel. Last time I was there they had two Demons and I got to sit in side one of them coolest thing ever! I play a video game that's a mod of Grand Theft Auto Five called FiveM and its a role play style game and my guy is a Mopar guy and have everything from a 2010 SRT8 Charger, Trackhawk, to a Demon. I get inspiration to enjoy my game through your videos.
I was very impressed with the 5.7. I raced a challenger auto he had hellcat headers and a tune. I noticed he had 275 summer tire on back. I have a 2020 mustang gt 6spd with 235 tire. I thought for sure I had him nope! Lol.. he was running 12.9-13.0 I was running 13.1. he was killing me on the 60ft. Great fun racing nonetheless.
I have a 2017 Durango R/T and was excited to see this video. There isn’t much out there for Durango’s being upgraded. Everything you have said, does it apply to Durango’s also. Wanting to do some small things with it.
Dope video man
Yay! Some R/T love! Great mod tips Racer X! If I had an R/T I'd have a blast doing those mods! (The one's that won't void a warranty of course lol)
Thanks buddy.. get that mod list working
How did you know I needed this video spooky
I can’t tell you lol 😉
R/Ts are so fun for everyday driving. Mines is currently cammed with longtubes, catback, 180 thermostat and a 85mm throttle body and it runs great! Currently waiting on my final tune so I can run with some of these stock Scatpacks for the first time.
I have a 180 stat but I seen so many ups and downs with install it I was wonder is it worth it???
@@jelvonrozier7864 did you get the car tuned after install? It’s definitely worth doing
What stage cam? Also did you run some scats?
@@jaredharris1225 im currently running a Comp Cam “270” cam. Specs are 222/230, so big enough to run decent power from the mid-high rpm range, but not big enough where a higher stall converter is needed. I’ve beat stock and slighty modded scats frequently if they’re running pump gas, but if they’re running 🌽, they may beat me on the top end, depending on their set up
@@bighomie95873 sick🔥 thanks for the insight
The dad's and grandpa's that owned trans ams and tops z28s are loving this car.. first four doors and is faster then those f bodies lol... very cool..
The rams make 30 more hp and they just have different intake manifold and tuning.
I’ve seen 6.4 cam as a popular light upgrade and that you don’t really need a tune necessarily but that it’ll help more of course.
Getting one this week. Probably just going hellcat reps 9.5" front 11" rear with 275s up front and 305s in the rear, Eibach Pro springs, Maybe a CAI. Very minimal but still going to have everyone drooling. Probably upgrade the rear diff too since I don't want to get stuck in the winter lol. It's actually a shame the aftermarket exhausts that include the active exhaust are a good 50% more expensive. $1500 is a bit up there for a flowmaster catback just because it includes the active exhaust.
Nice video...R/T yes!!
Phase 1 always leads to phase 2 😂 Great Video!