VIDEO: Prestone Ringbrother's 1972 AMC Javelin AMX Defiant

Ringbrother's Prestone 1972 AMC Javelin AMX Defiant

(SOURCE:  https://ringbrothers.com/1972-amc-javelin-amx-defiant)

 “Defiant!” is arguably the wildest custom vehicle design ever crafted by the Wisconsin based car builders thanks to its extreme appearance, cutting-edge construction techniques and four-digit power output.

When Prestone approached Ringbrothers about the idea of building them a vehicle, the Rings already had a canvas in mind – a 1972 Javelin that had been rolling around their home town for over four decades. With an extremely compressed 12 month timeline, the duo decided to rely heavily on Solidworks digital design tools to render the car’s new panels, which were then brought to life in their machine shop and carbon fiber facility.

The Rings extended the Javelin’s wheelbase by moving the wheels forward six and a half inches. The car’s distinctive wheel arches were moved forward and recreated in carbon fiber to pair with a new hood, front fenders, grille and front valance. Other custom details include tail lights, bumpers, trim and engine bay accessories all machined out of blocks of aluminum at the Ringbrothers facility.

“Defiant!” is powered by a Wegner Motorsports 6.2-liter Hemi Mopar Hellcat engine fitted with a Whipple 4.5-liter Supercharger that produces a mind-boggling 1,036 horsepower. A Bowler automatic transmission backs the high-powered engine and a sturdy QA1 Carbon Fiber driveshaft transfers power to the wheels. Royal Purple engine and transmission oil assures the high-powered motor will be kept running smoothly, while a new Dodge Hellcat radiator and fan assembly ensures perfect running temperatures when filled with Prestone Antifreeze. Other engine highlights include a Holley Dominator fuel management system and wiring harness from Painless Wiring. The Javelin’s growl is audible via custom stainless steel Flowmaster headers and exhaust.

The newly extended wheelbase is supported by a Detroit Speed Hydroformed front subframe originally engineered for a Camaro. The Rings installed Detroit Speed rack and pinion steering, as well as front sway bars and RideTech shocks for a smooth ride. The front suspension is complemented by a Chevy 12-bolt rear end fitted with a custom four-link suspension built by the Rings.

Key interior features include a Kicker sound system, Classic Instruments gauges, a Vintage Air Gen IV Magnum Evap Kit and custom seats by Upholstery Unlimited. “Defiant!” rolls on a set of HRE Performance Wheels sized at 20x11 in the front and 20x13 in the rear, all wrapped in Michelin tires sized 285/30/20 up front and 335/30/20 out back. With more than 1,000hp on tap, the Javelin requires massive stopping power, so a set of six-piston caliber Baer brakes are installed to bring the car to a stop.

To finish the look of the car and highlight the body work, the exterior of “Defiant! is coated in a rich, BASF Glasurit color named “Jalop Gold.”

Vehicle Specs

Drivetrain
Engine: Wegner Motorsports Inc. 6.2 Liter Hemi Hellcat Mopar Crate Motor (1,036 HP)
Forced Induction: Whipple 4.5 Liter Supercharger
Engine Extras: Holley Dominator Fuel Management System
Transmission: Chevy 4L80E Automatic by Bowler Transmissions (good to 1,600 HP)
Drive Shaft: QA1 Carbon Fiber Driveshaft

Suspension
Chassis & Front Suspension: Detroit Speed Hydro Formed Front Sub for a Camaro Set Up
Rear Suspension: 4-Link custom by Ringbrothers
Shock Manufacturer: RideTech
Front Sway Bars: Detroit Speed
Rear End: Chevy 12-bolt

Exhaust
Exhaust Manufacturer: Flowmaster 44 Stainless Steel
Header Details: Customized by Ringbrothers

Cooling
Radiator: Stock Hellcat Radiator and Fan Assembly
Fluids: Prestone Anti-Freeze

Steering
Type: Rack & Pinion
Manufacturer: Detroit Speed
Steering Column: Ididit
Fluid: Prestone

Wheels and Tires
Wheel Manufacturer/Model: HRE Performance Wheels
Front Wheel Size: 20” x 11”
Rear Wheel Size: 20” x 13”
Tire Manufacturer/Model: Michelin
Front Tire Size: 285/30/20
Rear Tire Size: 335/30/20

Brakes
Front Manufacturer: Baer
Front Caliper Specs: 6S 6-Piston
Rear Manufacturer: Baer
Rear Caliper Specs: 6S 6-Piston

Fuel
Fuel Type: 92 Octane
Fuel Pump: Aeromotive
Fuel Tank/Cell: Aeromotive
Fuel Management: Holley Dominator Fuel Management System

Electrical
Wiring Harness: Painless Wiring

Exterior
Paint Manufacturer: BASF Glasurit Waterborne
Paint Color: Jalop Gold
Paint Booth: Global Finishing Solutions

Interior
Seats: Custom by Upholstery Unlimited
Gauges: Classic Instruments
A/C System: Vintage Air Gen IV Magnum Evap Kit
Stereo System: Kicker

Sponsors

Corporate Sponsors
Prestone
BASF/Glasurit
Flowmaster/Hurst/B&M
Royal Purple
3M

Product Sponsors
Aeromotive
ARP – Automotive Racing Products
Baer Brakes
Bowler Transmission
Dynamat
GFS – Global Finishing Solutions
Heat Shield Products
Holley
HRE Performance Wheels
Kicker
Miller Welding
MSD
Painless Wiring
QA1
Whipple Superchargers

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http://www.hotrod.com/articles/project-update-prestones-1972-javelin-amx-ringbrothers/
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