Phun70
VCA Venom Member
I also carry a KAHR PM45. Love it --I own three Kahrs.
Damaging some ego's maybe
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I also carry a KAHR PM45. Love it --I own three Kahrs.
Phun70
VCA Venom Member
My SRT-4 is STAGE III equipped and then some--typically I like to incinerate my tires while going down the road beside them at around 35 or so. That typically cools their jets when they see that ****!!
BOTTLEFED
Enthusiast
Well said
I also live in a small city and its not hard to get a bad reputation as the "rich **** that is better than everyone."
I think most of you have understood what I said. I don't go around racing everyone that pulls up next to me. But if the person is admiring the car and wants to hear a rev, then I oblige. If you are ignoring everyone, then you are missing out on half the fun of owning these cars.
As Tony said, if you don't like the attention, don't drive a Viper.
Warfang
Enthusiast
are you sure?
because this post is on the level of a 10yr old
Just not you at 10. Hukt on fonix didn't seem to work out too well for you.
There are two kinds of fools on the road with nice cars... the one that thinks they're above it all with their halo car and drives with their nose up in the air... and the other that thinks it's his obligation to be friends with the "commoners" by doing stupid and dangerous things.
Which fool are you?
Warfang
Enthusiast
My SRT-4 is STAGE III equipped and then some--typically I like to incinerate my tires while going down the road beside them at around 35 or so. That typically cools their jets when they see that ****!!
torque steer is fun!
Flying Viper
Enthusiast
Warfang Your right, 35 years of driving has shown me that everytime someone does something stupid or showboats they are going to have problems, just like Nick and many others have. Our cars are to powerful to have some kid lure us into making a big mistake. I personally will either ignore or give a quick thumbs up and look back on the road.
Where I live there is a lot of traffic and cops, Besides, where are we going in mild to moderate traffic anyway.When I was younger I did some crazy and stupid driving, but I have too much to lose now.
VOI9 , Your last sentence says it all. Its called growing up.
It wasn't my intention to create a rivalry between each other in our Viper community. Even the Moderator seems to be on the verge of name calling like some others in response to this post. I do give thumbs up to other nice cars on the road and wave/nod at them. I don't disrespect other cars b/c their anything other than a Viper. It's the people that feel that they need to ride up on my bumper and constantly provoke me to drive unsafe on the road in traffic that I choose to ignore. BTW, I was in the right lane on a 2 lane road doing 60 mph in a 55 mph zone when these particular individuals decided to make their way through traffic to get behind me. Not speeding, but not driving like a granny in the fast lane.
Can't we all just get along?
P.S. The funny thing is that my other car is a PRIUS!!!!
I do give thumbs up to other nice cars on the road and wave/nod at them. I don't disrespect other cars b/c their anything other than a Viper. It's the people that feel that they need to ride up on my bumper and constantly provoke me to drive unsafe on the road in traffic that I choose to ignore. BTW, I was in the right lane on a 2 lane road doing 60 mph in a 55 mph zone when these particular individuals decided to make their way through traffic to get behind me. Not speeding, but not driving like a granny in the fast lane.Can't we all just get along?
P.S. The funny thing is that my other car is a PRIUS!!!!
mike & juli
Enthusiast
voi9: I knew what you were alluding to. Agreed to hit the 'ignore' when there are others egging us on. NOT worth it. What you said... ~juli
~juliBIG THANKS JULI!!!voi9: I knew what you were alluding to. Agreed to hit the 'ignore' when there are others egging us on. NOT worth it. What you said...
It does seem like the majority of the responses to this post understand what I meant! Although, there are some 10 y/o responses here!
eucharistos
Enthusiast
me too if it's a man driving the prius, (i hit the clutch, blip the go pedal and make the viper sing) it is like opposite ends of the car (& man) spectrum
Warfang
Enthusiast
BIG THANKS JULI!!!
It does seem like the majority of the responses to this post understand what I meant! Although, there are some 10 y/o responses here!
Doesn't that statement make you complicit in the name calling?
Every situation is different.
Some people get a "hang loose" sign and a quick rev.
Some get ignored, if I don't feel the trust or the situation is not right.
Others get there doors blown off!
And once in a great long while, they even get the better of me, but I can only count twice and once was to another Viper.
Some people get a "hang loose" sign and a quick rev.
Some get ignored, if I don't feel the trust or the situation is not right.
Others get there doors blown off!
And once in a great long while, they even get the better of me, but I can only count twice and once was to another Viper.
FallenAngelHIM
Enthusiast
Stock Turbo SRT-4 is enough for most street cars...that's just how awesome SRT Engineers are.My SRT-4 is STAGE III equipped and then some--typically I like to incinerate my tires while going down the road beside them at around 35 or so. That typically cools their jets when they see that ****!!
+1...torque steer is fun!
I don't get much attempted racing action. I think the parachute and rollbars discourage it. I usually get a little rev done to me and they laugh. Then give the thumbs up. I have yet to have a car be even close to the same class of car next to me.
Warfang
Enthusiast
I think ultimately that's the most realistic, and common sense approach. But for some to pound their chest or try to play the high road is just silly.
I haven't had many people want to race my car. I beat a sport bike pretty good, but haven't had any other races yet. I usually don't ignore the people around me but I don't try to attract a lot of attention either. My car is graphite with dark tinted windows so it can be hard for someone in another car to even see me in it.
BOTTLEFED
Enthusiast
someone would have to be pretty confident in themselves to seriously want a part of that car
your car is almost too fast to be a streetracer
you need to find a car/bike that will give you good run and get it on vid
that camaro was pathetic
Ratical2
Enthusiast
Quote:
Originally Posted by Catwood
I only jack with Prius's. I'm not sure why.
I do the same thing and I do know why! The Prius is the poster car of the Global Warming Crowd. In addition to that, 9 times out of 10, when there is slow traffic it is caused by some tree hugger driving a prius at the optimal MPG speed of 52.3 mph. They are totally oblivious to the traffic jam that they are creating because they are fixated on their carbon contribution. In other words, messing up what they do have an affect on chasing after something that they have no affect on.....
Originally Posted by Catwood
I only jack with Prius's. I'm not sure why.
me too if it's a man driving the prius, (i hit the clutch, blip the go pedal and make the viper sing) it is like opposite ends of the car (& man) spectrum
I do the same thing and I do know why! The Prius is the poster car of the Global Warming Crowd. In addition to that, 9 times out of 10, when there is slow traffic it is caused by some tree hugger driving a prius at the optimal MPG speed of 52.3 mph. They are totally oblivious to the traffic jam that they are creating because they are fixated on their carbon contribution. In other words, messing up what they do have an affect on chasing after something that they have no affect on.....
I've had ****** rev their engines and lurch forward in bumper-to-bumper traffic, even in traffic while it's pouring rain outside, as if it would even be possible to race in those conditions. I don't even acknowledge their existence.
In moderate to light traffic, I might rev the engine or do a small burnout while already in motion just to show them they don't stand a chance, but I don't race under those conditions, as it puts the lives and property of the uninvolved at risk.
However...
Once in a while you get just the right conditions. Wide open road with only you and the other driver, and then yes, I street race. If only myself and the other driver are the ones risking their necks and cars, it passes my philosophical litmus test.
My outright best encounter was leaving Miami Beach one morning after a rather raucous night out with a girl I had met at a spa. We crashed at a hotel, but I had to be at work the next morning, so I left at about 7:00 A.M. I was at the light on 5th street, just before pulling onto McArthur Causeway, when a twin turbo 911 and a Boxter S pull up next to me. I don't know if they knew each other or it was just coincidence, but both revved their engines. There was absolutely no one on the westbound side of the causeway, so when the light turned green, it was on.
The Boxster was a dot in the rear view mirror within the first thirty seconds. The 911 did quite well, but was a few car lengths back by the time I hit 150 MPH. By this time, we were catching up on the traffic ahead of us, so I start to slow down. The dbag 911 of course then blows by me like he won.
Still, hands down the best street race I've ever had. Great way to start the morning
In moderate to light traffic, I might rev the engine or do a small burnout while already in motion just to show them they don't stand a chance, but I don't race under those conditions, as it puts the lives and property of the uninvolved at risk.
However...
Once in a while you get just the right conditions. Wide open road with only you and the other driver, and then yes, I street race. If only myself and the other driver are the ones risking their necks and cars, it passes my philosophical litmus test.
My outright best encounter was leaving Miami Beach one morning after a rather raucous night out with a girl I had met at a spa. We crashed at a hotel, but I had to be at work the next morning, so I left at about 7:00 A.M. I was at the light on 5th street, just before pulling onto McArthur Causeway, when a twin turbo 911 and a Boxter S pull up next to me. I don't know if they knew each other or it was just coincidence, but both revved their engines. There was absolutely no one on the westbound side of the causeway, so when the light turned green, it was on.
The Boxster was a dot in the rear view mirror within the first thirty seconds. The 911 did quite well, but was a few car lengths back by the time I hit 150 MPH. By this time, we were catching up on the traffic ahead of us, so I start to slow down. The dbag 911 of course then blows by me like he won.
Still, hands down the best street race I've ever had. Great way to start the morning
someone would have to be pretty confident in themselves to seriously want a part of that car
your car is almost too fast to be a streetracer
you need to find a car/bike that will give you good run and get it on vid
that camaro was pathetic
Finding a car to give a good run will require a TT lambo. Those guys aren't playing with their cars yet. I think most of them finish them, park them in the garage and show everyone their dyno sheet. I've offered any TT Lambo owner to drive to mexico, run street tire to street tire, 60-160, OWNER DRIVEN for 5k peso's
. All I get is the sound of crickets.I'm tired of all these TT lambo owners putting down the viper. It's like we're second rate children. Well, if their cars are so bad, I want to see it. I don't mind losing, but don't claim a win when you've never ran the car.
RoadiJeff
Viper Owner
The Boxster [snip] still, hands down the best street race I've ever had. Great way to start the morning
This was on a closed course and not a public road, right?
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FallenAngelHIM
Enthusiast
i've Had ****** Rev Their Engines And Lurch Forward In Bumper-to-bumper Traffic, Even In Traffic While It's Pouring Rain Outside, As If It Would Even Be Possible To Race In Those Conditions. I Don't Even Acknowledge Their Existence.
In Moderate To Light Traffic, I Might Rev The Engine Or Do A Small Burnout While Already In Motion Just To Show Them They Don't Stand A Chance, But I Don't Race Under Those Conditions, As It Puts The Lives And Property Of The Uninvolved At Risk.
However...
Once In A While You Get Just The Right Conditions. Wide Open Road With Only You And The Other Driver, And Then Yes, I Street Race. If Only Myself And The Other Driver Are The Ones Risking Their Necks And Cars, It Passes My Philosophical Litmus Test.
My Outright Best Encounter Was Leaving Miami Beach One Morning After A Rather Raucous Night Out With A Girl I Had Met At A Spa. We Crashed At A Hotel, But I Had To Be At Work The Next Morning, So I Left At About 7:00 A.m. I Was At The Light On 5th Street, Just Before Pulling Onto Mcarthur Causeway, When A Twin Turbo 911 And A Boxter S Pull Up Next To Me. I Don't Know If They Knew Each Other Or It Was Just Coincidence, But Both Revved Their Engines. There Was Absolutely No One On The Westbound Side Of The Causeway, So When The Light Turned Green, It Was On.
The Boxster Was A Dot In The Rear View Mirror Within The First Thirty Seconds. The 911 Did Quite Well, But Was A Few Car Lengths Back By The Time I Hit 150 Mph. By This Time, We Were Catching Up On The Traffic Ahead Of Us, So I Start To Slow Down. The Dbag 911 Of Course Then Blows By Me Like He Won.
Still, Hands Down The Best Street Race I've Ever Had. Great Way To Start The Morning
What The Hell Was The Boxster Thinking!?!?!?!
Alexarz
Enthusiast
Females have always thrown themselves on me with reckless abandon.
............just thought I would add this tidbit of contribution to the thread.
............just thought I would add this tidbit of contribution to the thread.
Warfang
Enthusiast
FastZilla
Enthusiast
Or he didn't want to slow down and see you laughing at him...
...weather it's the part about being a dbag or the part about being in denial that they lost, or both...I believe, are terminal conditions with Porsche owners...
Personally I think it's because their pants and shirts are 8 sizes too small and it's cutting off circulation - or it's the massive quantity of hair care products applied daily that have skewed their thought process....
Who knows.
...weather it's the part about being a dbag or the part about being in denial that they lost, or both...I believe, are terminal conditions with Porsche owners...
Personally I think it's because their pants and shirts are 8 sizes too small and it's cutting off circulation - or it's the massive quantity of hair care products applied daily that have skewed their thought process....
Who knows.
mike & juli
Enthusiast
Frankster
Enthusiast
Driving around I've only gotten two nods at a race. One was with an 1100 GSXR superbike or something like that. Cleaned his clock. All he did was wheelies trying to keep up.
The other was with a supercharged Mustang. He was fast....I only wound up with a cars lenght ahead of him.
Seems to me the Viper is about two things: Showboating and driving excitement.
The other was with a supercharged Mustang. He was fast....I only wound up with a cars lenght ahead of him.
Seems to me the Viper is about two things: Showboating and driving excitement.
By a huge margin, Porsche 911 owners are the most likely to want to street race. They comprise probably 35%-40% of the challenges I receive on the road, and unless it's a TT (most aren't) they REALLY aren't that fast. The TT's are serious business, but the vanilla Porsche 911 is just kinda meh.
Mustangs are probably the second most common challenger, but only the ones with worked engines. The stock Mustangs never even try.
Vettes, oddly, almost never want to engage. Had one spirited run with a Z06 a few years back, but the driver was really cool about it, smiling and giving thumbs up signs before and after the race.
BMW M-series and assorted ricer/domestic 4-****** sh!tboxes round out the pack.
I ignored this guy in a late model Camaro the other day going to work. The high splits to the "fast lane" and local lanes. I had passed him probably 5 miles back, but just with flowing traffic. His lady was with him and I think she was asking him about my car or something as she made a jester towards me. So as I split to take the local, he gassed it, went around all the traffic, cut through the median and into the local lanes from the beginning of the express lanes. All this to say he passed me. I laughed and cruised on.....
