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ViperHowie98

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What's up y'all, you guys can call me Howie. I got myself a 2005 Viper with 36k miles about a month ago. I took some samples of the differential fluid and transmission fluid and everything checks out, no metal or anything. I put some new fluids in her, transmission, differential, oil, coolant and power steering fluid. Got a 1 step ceramic coating on the paint and wheels. I've put about 1,500 miles on her already, might have hit around 130mph the other day having some fun. Got a chance to have a couple pulls on the Dyno the other day, shes at 436HP and 425 ft/lbs torque, 155mph in 4th gear. The guy definitely had no reason to do two pulls but whatever. I did a thorough inspection of the underside. Let's just say there is some obvious damage to the front bumper, rear diffuser, and the exhaust H-pipe was ripped out by bottoming out by the last guy who owned her. I have a list of things I wish to upgrade and change, mostly little stuff, I want a different oil cap that doesn't leak at high temp, patch the hole in the exhaust on both sides, some missing screws on the side skirts etc.
I need someone to give me an honest and educated opinion about these exhaust holes. Should I repair them or not?
Thanks!
 

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Those holes in the exhaust are pretty weird, wonder if they are intentionally made or what? I would fix them.

I would also disable the skip shift solenoid in the transmission if it has been done already.
 

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Seeing as there is an O2 sensor right next to one of those holes, I'm thinking it would probably make sense to repair. I would think that could easily cause some tuning issues that you may be chasing later if you don't.
 
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