ACR_VP
Enthusiast
Hello all, I'm the proud new owner of a Black '99 ACR. I've been lurking around the forums for a little over a month now, and figured it was finally time to introduce myself.
I'm very much a gear head, but instead of high performance cars I've always worked on/owned Jeeps... which in some ways isn't too different than working on a Viper (who knew the 3 times I did gear swaps of the rear diff of a Wrangler that the Viper diff would be essentially the same). I just got the factory service manuals for the Viper, and hopefully will soon be competent enough to contribute something to the community
I'm actually the fourth owner of the Viper (and probably the last because I'm never getting rid of it) but still it's new to me. It's always been my dream car since I was a kid, and finally I can claim it as my own!
I plan on taking it to the track (circuit not drag) at least 1 or 2 times a year but no actual racing (it's an expensive hobby after all). I plan on keeping it naturally aspirated, but I'll probably be looking for more power after I learn its limits at the track.
It's essentially stock but does have a few mods... SSR Type C wheels, 3.55 gears (and speedo correction box), short throw shifter, no cats, Belanger exhaust, and Recaro pole position seats inside. I've got my eye on the 40mm rear brake upgrade, but figured it would be a good idea to get some track time first. I've attached the only picture I have of it
One question I do have though... I washed the car yesterday and put it away for winter storage. I was wondering if there are any nooks or crannies that water likes to sit and pool up. I took care of all I could find (including by the gas cap) but just wanted to make sure I didn't miss any... It's going to be a long winter here in Ohio
I'm very much a gear head, but instead of high performance cars I've always worked on/owned Jeeps... which in some ways isn't too different than working on a Viper (who knew the 3 times I did gear swaps of the rear diff of a Wrangler that the Viper diff would be essentially the same). I just got the factory service manuals for the Viper, and hopefully will soon be competent enough to contribute something to the community
I'm actually the fourth owner of the Viper (and probably the last because I'm never getting rid of it) but still it's new to me. It's always been my dream car since I was a kid, and finally I can claim it as my own!
I plan on taking it to the track (circuit not drag) at least 1 or 2 times a year but no actual racing (it's an expensive hobby after all). I plan on keeping it naturally aspirated, but I'll probably be looking for more power after I learn its limits at the track.
It's essentially stock but does have a few mods... SSR Type C wheels, 3.55 gears (and speedo correction box), short throw shifter, no cats, Belanger exhaust, and Recaro pole position seats inside. I've got my eye on the 40mm rear brake upgrade, but figured it would be a good idea to get some track time first. I've attached the only picture I have of it
One question I do have though... I washed the car yesterday and put it away for winter storage. I was wondering if there are any nooks or crannies that water likes to sit and pool up. I took care of all I could find (including by the gas cap) but just wanted to make sure I didn't miss any... It's going to be a long winter here in Ohio
Jeff and I are in, not sure about Allen yet.
