Finding A Challenger Rhd Conversion

By David Allen


If you are moving to a country where they drive on the other side of the road with a US made vehicle, a lot drivers will have the vehicles controls moved to the opposite side of the car. If you are looking for a challenger rhd conversion there are a few options available after some homework has been done. It is not a legal requirement in most countries but making the changes should make driving a lot more comfortable.

When you have made the decision to convert your Challenger there are more changes to be made than moving a few basic driver controls. Pedals, the steering wheel and some electrical switches will need to be relocated and other bits may need slight adjustment. Exhaust systems, brakes and headlight aim will also need adjustment to make sure the vehicle is safe.

The least costly way of getting a conversion is to purchase parts kit and do the job yourself. This can be a fairly cheap way to convert a vehicle and it will be operational afterwards. You need to be mindful that the end results when using kit conversions will be fairly crude with chains, metal levers and small components exposed to the driver.

Finding a package kit is reasonably easy and there are web based suppliers that specialize in kits for Challenger cars. These kits are supplied with all of the instructions and usually a link for technical support. It should be noted that when doing the modifications yourself, it may be necessary to get extra tools to allow you to do complete the project.

The safest option is to give your Challenger to a specialist company and let them to do the conversion for you. There are many established companies with years of valuable experience who can do these modifications to a very high standard. It will be a more expensive option than if you do the job, but the work they have done will be covered by a guarantee.

If you choose to employ an engineer to work on your vehicle, a far better finish can be achieved than with a DIY kit. All of the components fitted should be invisible and in the majority of cases the car will look as if it was built that way. Another advantage of using a professional company is that they will continue to offer maintenance for the car after these modifications are done.

Whichever conversion method you choose it is important to have the car inspected by the relevant safety bodies. Most firms will issue you with certificates covering all of the alterations and a detailed list of the items that have been changed. If work is done in your workshop then the vehicle will need to be submitted for a safety inspection prior to it being driven on the roads.

When you modify your Challenger, the manufacturer warranty will no longer be valid. The future value of your car may also be affected after the conversion has been done. It is a legal requirement that you notify your car insurers after theses modifications as it may affect the cover they offer.




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