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    Corsa or Belanger Cat Back ?

    Got Corsa from Mark Jorgensen. Very pleased. Stopped the drone and got rid of the crossover - which you don't have. Sound is great, quality is great. But it is throaty not loud and sounds way better than stock.
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    Received our 2013 VCA membership packets today...

    Throwing knife? That makes more sense. I've been trying to open my email with mine and I keep getting shocked. I thought maybe the USPS subsidized this gift set to stimulate business!
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    Was the Viper Engine originally a v-10 TRUCK engine sent off to Lamborghini? ---

    Makara The 360 is far from an "anchor" and a stroked 360 with about 400 cubic inches can make as much power as the Gen I and II V10's without much effort and be totally reliable. The reason for not wanting to use a 360 then, I suspect, is that the 360 has a distributor in the back of the motor...
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    New Gen 3 Owner with questions...Wheel Hop or something bad?

    Nautoncall I would certainly trust Mark's advice. I got a Unitrax upgrade (not from Mark - but he gave me great advice and I have bought parts from him) with a Gen IV diff and 3.55 gears. I like it a lot. I would trust Mark to do the same upgrade for you with either the parts he recommends...
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    New track enthusiast member intro

    You'll just barely make it but a coupe has more room than a convertible. My wife and I use our Viper to travel - went to VOI. There is not much room in our convertible for extras. As a motorcycle tourer, that doesn't bother me - my wife not so much inclined to do without. I did take a helmet...
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    Heat cycle service on new tires?

    You might check this out. Going to use it with a new set of tires in 2 weeks. Past experience says careful breakin makes tires last. http://www.racetire.com/products/tctips.htm#Tire%20Break-In%20Procedure
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    New member's/non-owner's/prospective buyer's take on the Gen V

    I am not really worried - since I won't buy one right now anyway but may be interested when the convertible comes out. I do think traction control and stability control will all be great assets. The interior refinements are very nice. I am not so sure about the digital dash and controls but...
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    Why I Hate Everything Gen V

    Funny you say that. On my first track day at Road Atlanta, my instructor, a GT3 owner, said he hated Vipers and Corvettes because they were so dangerous - overpowered rear wheel drivers in his mind. The real irony came as we entered the track for our first warm up lap in the first session and...
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    New member's/non-owner's/prospective buyer's take on the Gen V

    Actually, I would say there are lots of reasons NOT to own the first of a new product with so many technological changes. Time to get it sorted doesn't usually come with the first products out. I-phone 5 and Apple maps are only two of the latest examples. Fortunately phones are fairly low...
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    Order cancelled

    You're talking about a company who made a corporate decision to walk away from the brands Dodge, Chrysler, and Jeep and become SRT - knowing folks would still refer to them as Dodges, Chryslers, and Jeeps because that's what they are. With that in mind, why would you expect that a company with...
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    Any Dragon Slayers Out There?

    Those of you coming in who want to arrive Thursday or earlier, I think the hotel will give you the Viper Club disount early if you ask. I'll check on it but book early if you can.
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    Any Dragon Slayers Out There?

    Mike My wife is the same way and I got an earful last time I went at a brisk pace. I personally don't like the Dragon because it is so tight and really nothing to see till you get to the lake on top. Plus, on weekends it gets very busy with motorcycles and car traffic. You also might meet a...
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    Any Dragon Slayers Out There?

    Yes, it is rumored that a Prius can go 100mph on the Dragon. You and Mr. Fast better stay at home this go-round - or at least stay out of the way.
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    Any Dragon Slayers Out There?

    OK, for those of you who have heard of the Tail of the Dragon. Or maybe you have been there and done that and want to come back for more. Do you fancy yourself a wanna-be Dragon Tamer? If you don't care for the Dragon (and it does get busy on weekends), there is always the Cherohala Skyway...
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    Totaled Viper 2 days after buying it...

    Great post. I am a bike rider too and deer can come out of nowhere with almost zero time to react. You have to constantly look for them and this time of year they are seldom alone - especially the does. About a month ago I had 3 come out of the woods in front of me at twilight and they are...
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    Tail of the Dragon - Gatlinburg Gathering of Vipers

    OK, for those of you who have been there and done that or those of you wanna-be Dragon Tamers. We have tentatively scheduled our Gatlinburg Tail of the Dragon event for May 31st through June 2. Hotel is again the Greystone Lodge at the Aguarium and it is currently being totally renovated. Viper...
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    Tail of the Dragon - Annual Gatlinburg Viper Gathering

    OK, for those of you who have been there and done that or those of you wanna-be Dragon Tamers. We have tentatively scheduled our Gatlinburg Tail of the Dragon event for May 31st through June 2. Hotel is again the Greystone Lodge at the Aguarium and it is currently being totally renovated. Viper...
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    Put the Viper motor in the 300.

    Maybe you missed the Corvette v. Gen V results?? Have you driven or been in a supercharged car? No heat problems with a properly prepared supercharger and, according to the tests, better come'on than a naturally aspirated V10. I really love my Viper but a supercharged V8 is a match for our...
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    Put the Viper motor in the 300.

    The new 6.4 is available with almost 500hp. Add a supercharger and you would probably equal or exceed the V10. And it has the advantage of cylinder deactivation for better fuel economy when you don't need all that horsepower. Kenne Bell advertises 600 to 1000 horsepower with his kits. Maybe...
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    Nitto Invo's or NT05's

    Got lots of miles and 3 track days on my Invos. Would be hard pressed to find a better tire for the price.
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    Autoform Hardtop

    Yes, as Lespauldude said, it is a 2 person job - I wouldn't even attempt it alone. You have to get the upper pins into the windshield area - very carefully. Then you settle it down in the back and attach with j-hook levers. The directions are pretty clear but it isn't easy the first time you...
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    Autoform Hardtop

    Mine is on for the winter now. It is great. Warm and quiet. Enjoy!!!
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    Tail of the Dragon 2013 and Other AL/TN Events

    OK, I am late with a newsletter but hey I'm working on it. Several things for your monthly plan ahead consideration. Some folks have not rejoined VCA. If you have not, please get it done. We need your support and value your membership and we want to be sure everyone is included in our plans...
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    Knoxville TN Vipers

    We would be happy to have you. Knoxville is only an hour away from some of the best driving roads in the country. We have several members there and, as Chip said, an excellent Viper (and other cars too) mechanic. You won't regret a move to Tennessee as several venues call this the best state...
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    NARRA...Road Atlanta...April 12-14, 2013

    Yes, but we can't get that grin off your face!

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