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  1. Steve M

    Rear suspension defect?

    I see your point, and you can approach this however you wish. I'll be waiting right here to be proven wrong. I'll also be right here to say "I told you so" when nothing comes of it.
  2. Steve M

    Rear suspension defect?

    Okay...prove that the rear upright toe link connection point is a problem. All you have at this point is anecdotal evidence from an internet forum. There are safety issues, and then there are perceived safety issues. I learned this lesson the hard way trying to deal with a defect on my '02...
  3. Steve M

    Rear suspension defect?

    It can, and likely will be depending on how people approach the problem. If you just start whining and demand answers/action, you won't get very far.
  4. Steve M

    Breaking In Question

    If you really want to know how often you need to change your oil, you can always send a sample off to be analyzed (I've used Blackstone in the past) - they can tell you how much of the additive package remains, and what's floating around in the oil. Every 6 months sounds a bit excessive, but...
  5. Steve M

    Breaking In Question

    And you probably won't, but the rings will seat within the first few minutes of operation the first time it is started, and since that just so happens to be on an engine dyno before it even leaves the factory, the engine is pretty much broken in by the time the end user gets their grubby paws on...
  6. Steve M

    250 miles in on my Viper - a few things I don't like...

    You seem to be doing that just fine all by yourself.
  7. Steve M

    250 miles in on my Viper - a few things I don't like...

    Watch out folks...we have a badass here!
  8. Steve M

    250 miles in on my Viper - a few things I don't like...

    Just take a look at ZR1 production numbers that point to the same story: 2009 - 1,415 built 2010 - 1,577 built 2011 - 806 built 2012 - 404 built 2013 - 337 built so far Even comfort can't keep a production line going when you are looking at $100,000+ cars in a poor economy. What's the...
  9. Steve M

    250 miles in on my Viper - a few things I don't like...

    You might be taking that one a step too far...I'd place the blame for the Viper's demise on the economy at the time and Chrysler falling on its face before I'd go pointing to the interior.
  10. Steve M

    Bought My First Snake

    Congrats! There's really not much to know about Vipers...gas pedal is on the right. Apply liberally.
  11. Steve M

    how much top end>>

    What year is your car? I've used this calculator many, many times, and it is always right on the money provided you put in the right set of variables.
  12. Steve M

    Need Info/Help GEN IV Cooling System Drain/Refill

    Driver's side of the engine near the throttle body. That's the bleeder screw.
  13. Steve M

    Love the results I got with Clay Bar + Optimum Poli-Seal

    No offense, but with nearly brand new paint, the results should have been nothing less than spectacular. I'm guessing the poli-seal must have some fillers in it to mask the marring left by the claying process?
  14. Steve M

    Gen V Test Drive - Just Curious

    So does that mean you aren't buying one now? It seems like yesterday (or maybe before) you were all about buying one, and the day before that not so much. I think Eggo would have been a better user name.
  15. Steve M

    how much top end>>

    Here's a good gear ratio calculator to play around with: http://xse.com/leres/ss/calculator.html Just put in your tire size, change the redline (6250 for a Gen III, 6400 for a Gen IV), and adjust the rear end ratio and you'll have your answer.
  16. Steve M

    wheel repair

    The one in Dayton? I had them mount up my refinished SRT 5-spokes when I couldn't find a tire shop worth a damn around here...good dudes, and did a great job. If I had known about them earlier, I would have never had to have my wheels refinished in the first place. Nothing like skipping a pry...
  17. Steve M

    Rear suspension defect?

    I think you might be overly optimistic about that one.
  18. Steve M

    Seat adjustment handles and removal- Help!

    It really is that easy, but there are a couple of connectors under the seat that you'll need to access/unplug if you want to get the seat out of the car. If you do go to remove the seat, lean the headrest toward the center of the car, and pull the seat out bottom first. Also make sure you...
  19. Steve M

    A Real 2013 Viper Review

    You mention that it is harder to launch...has that been at the track, and if so, what times and traps have you seen thus far (keeping in mind that you are still getting used to it)?
  20. Steve M

    The Gen 5 Gearing versus the Gen 2 Gearing

    According to this video, the Gen 5 clutch assembly is about 11 pounds lighter than the Gen 4: http://youtu.be/9SZxsSz6cCo
  21. Steve M

    The Gen 5 Gearing versus the Gen 2 Gearing

    Wait...so you're telling me that 3rd gear isn't 1:1? Sorry...had to go there. It's definitely interesting to note the differences between the two...if I ever have my TR-6060 rebuilt, I'll likely consider the .80/.62 5th/6th cluster to make those gears a bit more useful on the highway...
  22. Steve M

    What's up with MGW?

    Call them?
  23. Steve M

    Gen V dyno - New Vid

    I'm not sure what "LS1 community" you've been a part of, but if you've ever been a member of (or visited) LS1Tech, you can thank Tony since he is one of the co-founders of it. It is arguably one of the best tech sites out there for the LS1.
  24. Steve M

    Gen V dyno - New Vid

    Is that what we are talking about here? This seems to have gotten lost in your rambling. Let's do a quick recap...looking at the post below, you'll note that the Gen IV and Gen V were on the same dyno on the same day. Was it truly apples to apples? No, because the Gen IV wasn't 100%...
  25. Steve M

    Gen IV - Nitrous & Dyno Vid

    I've heard that same story, but I don't know the source or if it was true.

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