VIN Decoder for classic cars & trucks (1950-1980)
Decoded:
Basic
Model Year 1971
Make Dodge
Series Challenger V8
Trim Level Hardtop*
Original Base Price $2,950.00
No. Produced 18,956
Body
Body Maker Dodge
No. Doors 2
Model Number JH23
Weight 3,120lbs
Dimension
Wheelbase 110 inches
Length 191.3 inches
Width 76.3 inches
Height 50.9 inches
Front Tread 60.2 inches
Rear Tread 60.7 inches
Engine
Type Own, V8, OHV
Displacement 317.58 cu. in.
Cylinders 8
Bore & Stroke 3 29/32 & 3 5/16 inches
Compression Ratio-Std 8.8 to 1
Brake Horsepower 230@4400
Rated Horsepower 48.83
Torque 320@2000
Main Bearings 5
Valve Lifters Hydraulic
Block Material Cast Iron
Engine No. Location Stamped on front of block just below left cylinder head.
Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Carburetor
Type Dual downdraft
Make Carter
Transmission
Type Fully synchronized
Drive Rear wheel drive
No. Of Gears 3
1st 3.08
2nd 1.7
3rd 1 to 1
Reverse 2.9
Clutch Type
Clutch Type Single plate dry disc
Clutch Size 10.5 inches
Axle Type
Axle Type Semifloating
Differential
Differential Hypoid
Differential Ratio 3.23 to 1
Suspension
Front Independent torsion bar
Rear Semi-elliptic leaf springs
Steering Gear
Steering Gear Recirculating ball and nut
Brakes
Service Hydraulic, self-adjusting drums
Front Size 10 inches
Rear Size 10 inches
Emergency Rear service brakes
Size 10 inches
Other Systems Specifications
Exhaust System Single
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Battery 12 volt storage battery
Cooling System Water pump
Radiator Tube and spacer
Fuel Type Regular
Wheels, Rims & Tires
Tire Size 7.35 x 14
Spare Location Trunk
Capacities
Fuel 19 Gallons
Oil 4 Quarts
Transmission 4.75 Pints
Cooling System 15 Quarts
Rear Differential 4 Pints
Classic Rating
Classic Rating Not Rated
VIN/ID
VIN/Serial no. Starting JH23G1a100001
VIN Description Total Digits: 13 Digits 1-2: Series Digits 3-4: Body style Digits 5: Engine Digits 6: Model year Digits 7: Assembly plant Digits 8-13: Production number
VIN Location On plate on top of left side of dashboard, visible through windshield.