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    Who has put a 15" wheel on a Gen III car before?

    I have done it a few times. You need to change to the Gen 2 spindles and brakes in the rear. You need to get a bump steer kit for the rear toe links to correct the angle. A custom brake line is needed to clear the wheel. We used 15 inch Bogarts with a big MT wrinkle wall slick. We used a...
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    Mopar Performance Venom ECU Q's

    That was a great reply SRT, as stated when changing any Gen 4 controller (new or used). A full relearn process must be done or the vehicle may go into limp.
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    What kind of Transmission?

    The Gen 1 1992-1996 Roadsters came with a Borg Warner T-56 transmission. It was the same basic design as they used in the Corvette but is not interchangeable The Viper transmission has had many upgrades over the years as the torque required for it to handle has increased. Tremec replaced Borg...
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    Viper Powered 240Z

    I put the finishing touches on a Viper powered 240 Z. Most conversions like this tend not to drive so well, but this Z is a really impressive driver. https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=524977277541828&set=a.503136426392580.113964.502246779814878&type=1&theater
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    Rear wheel breaks off!!!

    I have only seen this happen as the result of the wheel hitting something. I have seen them cracked as well, but it was also from an impact. I have been racing Vipers since 1993 and never have a toe link mount break on its own.
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    So, is this the reason the Gen 4 codes are not being released??

    It looks like 08-10 tuning software is in the works with more than 1 major tuning software company. Hang in there.
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    What do you think of this cam for a 2002 viper

    Allan is correct, this is a near stock higher lift cam for a stock rebuild. The only benefit is that it will work with the stock tune and provide better bottom end torque. Dan
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    Gear shifting questions

    This is a common problem with the T56 transmission and 95% of the time has nothing to do with the shifter. There is a shifting shaft (about 30 inches long) that works directly off the shifter. If it gets just slightly bent it makes shifting heavy and will not allow the shifter to return to...
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    Sourcing Obsolete Parts For Gen I and Gen II Vipers

    No I am afraid I have not, in the near future I think I will need to come up with some alternative replacement parts for the Gen 1's and 2's. Much is becoming obsolete and hard to get. Dan
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    Changing Plugs - GEN IV

    Here is a few tips: Wiggle the spark plug boot back and forth before pulling it off. That will free up the connection and avoid the plug wire connector from pulling apart. Once all the wires are off, you need to use some compressed air to blow the dust, grit and sand out of the spark plug tube...
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    anyone running agressive rear offsets on their 19/20 set up?

    Its a fine line when considering bigger wheels and larger offsets. The dynamics of the suspension are limited, so consider your car may ride very harsh and handle poorly if setup with larger wheels, a tire with a thin sidewall and a lower ride height. The car can be setup to look awesome when...
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    Head Scratcher ... Dodge Can't Help ... Drive Cycle Readiness. Help?

    One issue I have found on 2 2003 Vipers recently that failed smog was excessive voltage drop in the cranking circuit. The battery ground needed to be cleaned and tightened. The high resistance would cause the computer to "reset" everytime the car was started.
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    Penske vs Motons

    I have been using custom valved Penske systems since 1996. They are the Rolex of shocks. Price point is higher than the MCS. Lots of options, PM me if you want some info. The MCS systems are much improved over the early JRZ-Moton systems.
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    Bigger injectors with heads and cam?

    In most cases I have found that the stock injectors can support 600rwhp for the Gen 2's.
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    Willow Springs, Ralph Gilles, New Vipers and Dan Cragin January 5th

    Thanks everyone, I am really looking forward to the event and meeting many new owners. A special thanks to the Southern California Viper Club for helping with the event and Scandinavian Coachcraft for sponsoring the BBQ.
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    Willow Springs, Ralph Gilles, New Vipers and Dan Cragin January 5th

    Thanks, We are looking forward to the event and would like to invite everyone to come, hang out and stay for the BBQ after the event.
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    gen 4 camshaft specs please.

    There are some aftermarket VVT cams that are being tested now that should be available in the near future. The issue is they are being developed for racing applications and programmable engine management systems, not very practical for street use. I am currently working with an ACRX that will be...
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    Willow Springs, Ralph Gilles, New Vipers and Dan Cragin January 5th

    SPECIALTY PERFORMANCE TEAM at WILLOW SPRINGS with RALPH GILLES January 5th, 2013 Hi all its Dan Cragin (formerly DC Performance) I am launching a new business, Specialty Performance Team (SPT) in Alhambra, CA, which will focus exclusively on Viper, SRT and McLaren customers. I have joined up...
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    OS Giken Differential in Viper

    I have tried all the differential options and always go with the OS Giken Superlock. It has a seemless transition from lock to unlock, runs cooler than a gear diff and has exceptional tractability.
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    I have had enough with these battery/charging system issues

    Have you disconnected the cig lighter?
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    Head Scratcher ... Dodge Can't Help ... Drive Cycle Readiness. Help?

    The easiest way to see if the computer is reseting at start-up is to look at "starts since reset". If it reads 0 then the computer is reseting. PCM voltage can be checked at the PCM during cranking. If it drops too low you have a supply or voltage drop issue. This is all stuff that the dealer...
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    Head Scratcher ... Dodge Can't Help ... Drive Cycle Readiness. Help?

    This should be an easy fix. I deal with CARB readiness failures all the time. We put the car through a drive cycle on the dyno, then force it to run the evaporative tests. Unless there is something else wrong with the car, its pretty simple.
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    Great Products for your interior

    They are all liquids and are applied with a soft cloth.
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    Modding an ACR

    Merge Headers Ported Intake Ported heads VVT cam upgrade Forged Pistons Air oil bypass tank Colder plugs MP Controller McLeod Clutch High durometer trans mount MGW Shifter OS Giken Differential 3.21 gears Penske Suspension Monoball control arms Adjustable bar links Brembo GTR Brakes Rollbar 6...
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    Replaced Battery now have Check Engine Light

    Are you sure you did not have the key on when you changed the battery?

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