Buyer's Guide Articles
Expert guides, safety tips, and build advice for your 2022 Dodge Challenger.
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What to Expect After a Cam Swap on Your HEMI
The cam swap is the most transformative naturally aspirated mod for any HEMI — but it comes with trade-offs you need to understand before committing. Here's what actually changes after a Stage 1, 2, or 3 cam goes in.
Apr 18, 2026
camshaft, cam swap
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Interior Upgrades: Steering Wheels, Pedals, and Shift Knobs for the Challenger
The Challenger's interior is solid from the factory but there's real room to improve the connection between driver and car. Here are the interior mods that actually make a difference — and a few that are just aesthetics.
Apr 18, 2026
interior, steering wheel
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What to Check When Buying a Used Dodge Challenger
Used Challengers are everywhere — but so are ones with hidden issues from abuse, deferred maintenance, or modified builds gone wrong. Here's a practical inspection checklist to protect yourself before you buy.
Apr 18, 2026
buying guide, used car
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How Mods Affect Your Car Insurance: What Challenger Owners Need to Know
Modifying your Challenger without telling your insurance company can leave you unprotected when it matters most. Here's what modifications you must disclose, what's commonly excluded, and how to protect your build properly.
Apr 18, 2026
insurance, modifications
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Hellcat Oil Pump Upgrade: Does It Actually Help Prevent HEMI Tick?
The Hellcat oil pump as a preventive mod for the 5.7 and 6.4 HEMI is a popular recommendation on forums. Here's what it actually does, how much oil flow it adds, and whether it's worth the installation effort.
Apr 18, 2026
oil pump, Hellcat
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Throttle Body Spacer: Does It Actually Work on the HEMI?
Throttle body spacers are sold everywhere as easy bolt-on power. The claims sound good. The dyno results tell a different story. Here's what spacers actually do — and when (if ever) they're worth buying.
Apr 18, 2026
throttle body spacer, intake
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Building a Budget R/T: The Best Mods Under $500
You bought an R/T and you want to make it better — but the budget is tight. Here are the modifications that give you the most bang for the dollar on a 5.7L Challenger R/T, all for under $500 total.
Apr 18, 2026
budget mods, R/T
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Building a Budget Scat Pack: Best Mods Under $1,500
The Scat Pack is already fast. But $1,500 in the right mods turns a fast car into a seriously quick one. Here's the exact spend that experienced Scat Pack owners recommend for maximum results at this budget level.
Apr 18, 2026
Scat Pack, budget mods
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Brembo Upgrade Guide: Big Brake Kits for the Challenger
Bigger brakes look incredible and genuinely improve track performance — but they're not always the right upgrade for your build stage. Here's everything about Brembo and other big brake kits for the Challenger.
Apr 18, 2026
Brembo, big brake kit
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Challenger Stripe Kits: OEM-Style and Aftermarket Racing Stripes Guide
Racing stripes are one of the most classic Challenger looks — and they're easier and more reversible than you might think. Here's a guide to OEM stripe kits, aftermarket options, and what to know before you apply them.
Apr 18, 2026
racing stripes, exterior
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How to Find a Good Tuner for Your Dodge Challenger
A bad tune is worse than no tune. Here's how to vet tuners, what questions to ask, what red flags to avoid, and how to find someone who actually knows the Gen III HEMI platform.
Apr 18, 2026
tuning, tuner
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Dodge Challenger Headlight and Tail Light Upgrade Guide
The Challenger's light bars and sequential turn signals are already distinctive — but there's a strong aftermarket for projector retrofits, LED conversions, and custom housings that take the look further.
Apr 18, 2026
headlights, tail lights