Challenger Mod Blog
Expert guides, safety tips, and build advice for your 2022 Dodge Challenger.
Buyer's GuideFeatured
How to Plan Your Challenger Build: Prioritizing Mods for Maximum Results
Modding without a plan leads to wasted money and mods that don't work together. Here's how experienced Challenger builders think about prioritizing modifications — from first bolt-on to a fully built car.
Apr 18, 2026
build planning, modifications
SafetyFeatured
Supercharger Safety Guide: What You MUST Know Before Boosting Your HEMI
A supercharger without proper fuel support will destroy your engine. This is not an exaggeration. Before you buy any supercharger kit, read this guide.
Apr 18, 2026
supercharger, safety
Safety
17-Inch Drag Wheels on a Challenger: Brake Clearance and Street Tradeoffs
Smaller drag wheels can help sidewall and launch traction, but they are not a normal street-wheel swap. Brake clearance is the first question.
Apr 28, 2026
drag wheels, 17 inch wheels
Buyer's Guide
Drag Radials vs Street Tires: What You Actually Need at the Track
Should you run drag radials at the strip or are your stock tires good enough? Here's what each option actually gives you — and how much time you'll gain or lose from the choice.
Apr 18, 2026
drag radials, tires
How-To
How to Properly Bed in New Brake Pads on Your Challenger
New brake pads need to be bedded in before they work properly — and doing it wrong can permanently damage the rotors. Here's the correct bedding procedure for street and track pads.
Apr 18, 2026
brake pads, bedding
Comparison
Diablo Sport InTune vs HP Tuners: Which Tuner Should You Choose?
Tuning is the most impactful modification you can make for the money — but the platform you choose affects who can tune your car and what adjustments are possible. Here's a clear comparison of the two most popular options.
Apr 18, 2026
tuning, Diablo Sport
Buyer's Guide
MDS Delete: Why Manual and Cam-Swapped HEMIs Need This
If you're planning a cam swap on an automatic Challenger, the MDS delete isn't optional — it's a required part of the build. Here's what MDS is, why it has to go before a cam swap, and what the delete kit actually includes.
Apr 18, 2026
MDS delete, cam swap
Buyer's Guide
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
How-To
How to Properly Jack Up Your Dodge Challenger
The Challenger's low ride height and wide rocker panels make it easy to damage if you jack it incorrectly. Here are the proper jack points and what to use so you don't crush the rocker panels or pinch welds.
Apr 18, 2026
jack points, floor jack
Buyer's Guide
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
How-To
Ceramic Coating DIY: Is It Worth Doing Yourself?
Professional ceramic coating costs $1,000–$2,500. DIY kits cost $50–$200. Is the quality difference worth the price gap? Here's an honest look at what you get, what you give up, and how to do it right if you go DIY.
Apr 18, 2026
ceramic coating, DIY
Buyer's Guide
Challenger Cooling System Upgrades: Keeping Temps in Check
High-power builds and track use put serious demands on the Challenger's cooling system. Here's when and how to upgrade — from thermostat swaps to full radiator replacements and oil coolers.
Apr 18, 2026
cooling system, radiator