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  1. Steve M

    Gen-4 Guys... possible reasonably priced tuning solution...?

    I understand what you are talking about here, and that's exactly what I'm trying to say (again, my opinion only): people aren't really looking for a standalone option (at least not me). It just sucks compared to being able to harness the computing power (and sensors) already on board. The...
  2. Steve M

    Gen-4 Guys... possible reasonably priced tuning solution...?

    Priced similarly? Of course not, but at the same time, I'd at least hope it is in the same ball park. To me, $4k-$5k isn't in the same ball park. That's more along the lines of an order of magnitude different.
  3. Steve M

    Gen-4 Guys... possible reasonably priced tuning solution...?

    Keep in mind that I don't have any intent to put a blower/turbo/nitrous on my Gen 4, so I'm likely not your intended market. That said, to me, my ceiling is the price of the Mopar PCM + install, which is already too high. I think people really want to be able to use the power that already...
  4. Steve M

    Currently own an ISF, convince me to get a SRT-10...

    I'll take a stab at some of these: - I prefer the 2006+ coupe to the convertible soft-top, are there any other major differences between the years? 2006 was the first year for the coupe in the SRT-10, and generally they command a higher price (lower supply). There were no 2007 cars, so...
  5. Steve M

    Gen V on track - MSR Houston

    That looks like a very cool track...I would have wanted turn-in and apex cones to make my life easier, but it seemed like you managed just fine.
  6. Steve M

    Corvette VS. The World (Including The Viper)

    My thoughts: a longer, faster track will make HP a bigger factor in lap times. If you can't use all of the available power because you run out of room, then it does you no good. If anything, I think it is a testament to how well-rounded a Viper is that it can do better than a Corvette on a...
  7. Steve M

    Corvette VS. The World (Including The Viper)

    In case you don't want to watch the whole video to see the times: SRT Viper - 01:23.9 Corvette Stingray - 01:24.6 Nissan GT-R - 01:25.2 Porsche 911 Carrera S - 01:25.6 Porsche Cayman S - 01:27.0 Shelby GT500 - 01:27.3 BMW M3 Coupe - 01:29.0
  8. Steve M

    Furious!

    Plenty of people give a crap how many spots others take up...if you park way out in a parking lot and take up multiple spots, it draws attention to yourself (and your vehicle). There are a lot of people in this world that just enjoy screwing with others and watching them squirm, knowing that...
  9. Steve M

    transmission/rear end lube

    That sounds about right for what a dealership would charge just for the oil...that's why I changed it myself, and sourced my own oil.
  10. Steve M

    2008 Low rpm Sputter

    That would certainly do it.
  11. Steve M

    Gotta ask...

    If you don't want attention, a Viper isn't for you...people don't see them very often, so you'll find that you have people following/pacing/waving at you fairly regularly. I've had people pace me on the interstates for miles on end...just comes with the territory. I don't care for all of the...
  12. Steve M

    Let's try to help SRT save/sell the GEN V.

    640HP out of an 8.4L naturally aspirated engine while remaining noise and emissions compliant ain't bad at all. I think people expected another 95-100HP increase like there was between the Gen 3 and 4, but there's only so much you can do with a naturally aspirated engine that can still be...
  13. Steve M

    Its worth saving, help john help you

    I'll pipe up...I've only been a member for 1.5 years, so I don't really have any loyalty to anyone, regardless of what forum they're on. From where I sit, no one will be getting my money next year until this settles out...there's too much "he said, she said" BS going on right now with the VCA...
  14. Steve M

    ACR at the Dragstrip

    What was the weather (including density altitude) like? The best I've seen stock Gen 4s trap is in the upper 128s/lower 129s in perfect weather.
  15. Steve M

    NEW: SRT VIPER GEN 5 - GEN 4 RACE HEADERS BBG STYLE (Teaser Photos)

    Random design question: did you guys do a lot of iterations to figure out which order to bring the primary tubes into the collector, or did you already know this going in? Or does it even really matter?
  16. Steve M

    Ran my viper out of gas

    Random thought: are you sure you're getting a full tank of gas when you fill up? I only ask because every time I fill up, I put the nozzle in just like everyone else with the handle facing down. Once it stops, I've found that if I turn the nozzle upside down, I can squeeze in an extra 3-4...
  17. Steve M

    GenIV vs GenV HP

    The Gen 4 and Gen 5 motors are very similar - the extra 40 HP comes from the combination of slightly larger intake lobe on the cam (I think they also changed the installed centerline), more aggressive tune allowed by the forged pistons, and the composite intake manifold (which will bolt on to a...
  18. Steve M

    NEW: SRT VIPER GEN 5 - GEN 4 RACE HEADERS BBG STYLE (Teaser Photos)

    Wow...headers only. Impressive.
  19. Steve M

    NEW: SRT VIPER GEN 5 - GEN 4 RACE HEADERS BBG STYLE (Teaser Photos)

    Baseline #2 mentions "bolt-ons only"...does that include ported heads and intake manifold?
  20. Steve M

    Changing Clutch Fluid

    I think I used about 0.5L or so...the fluid I use comes in 1L cans. It really doesn't take much at all...
  21. Steve M

    Changing Clutch Fluid

    I had to let it spray/drip down for the most part...there was some that came out of the end that I got into a squished up solo cup, but the rest dripped internal to the bell housing and exited through the bottom.
  22. Steve M

    Reached the tipping point: the stock 2013 exhaust interior dB level is unacceptable

    Re: Reached the tipping point: the stock 2013 exhaust interior dB level is unacceptab You can change only 6th gear in the TR-6060 transmission (5th and 6th gears are separate pieces instead of a cluster like they were in the T-56). RPM transmissions is just one state away from you in...
  23. Steve M

    For those of us that have check engine light come on. Here is a tool that might help.

    Re: For those of us that have check engine light come on. Here is a tool that might h Sweet...I know what I'll be ordering soon.
  24. Steve M

    For those of us that have check engine light come on. Here is a tool that might help.

    Re: For those of us that have check engine light come on. Here is a tool that might h Only one question from me: will it work for a Gen 4? Looks like something that would come in very handy if so...
  25. Steve M

    Another Gen IV oil question

    All multi-viscosity oils "thicken" as they warm up, but they don't actually thicken at all when warm...they just don't thin out as much as a straight weight oil would under the same conditions. 0w40 flows just like water when draining it during an oil change. You do have a good point...

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