What else should I do.

[syclone1157]

Now that I have taken my heads off to install new gaskets is there anything that I can or should do while they are off?

I am only changing them out because a few people suggested it due to the possibility of a leak with the old gaskets.

 

[99 R/T 10]

You didn't have to take off your heads to do the gaskets, that only applies to the Gen I cars, but hey if your enjoying it, cool.

 

[PhoenixGTS]

I like the Wizard's theory. If it ain't broke, don't fix it. Swapping head gaskets as a preventative measure = WOW!

 

[FE 065]

Now that I have taken my heads off to install new gaskets is there anything that I can or should do while they are off?

I am only changing them out because a few people suggested it due to the possibility of a leak with the old gaskets.

You could port match the intake and heads to each other using your gaskets as a guide.

Anyone ever have their heads (heads and intake I guess) milled?

 

[ruckdr]

I thought we told you back on this post that Gen 2 engines DO NOT HAVE A HEAD GASKET ISSUE

http://www4.forum.viperclub.org/showflat.php?Cat=&Board=UBB14&Number=718726&page=3&view=collapsed&sb=5&o=&fpart=1

If you don't want information from many with many years of experience, don't ask for it.
Oh, unless you enjoy the work and needlessly spending the money.

Later,

 

[JUCD VPR]

YAh! Do a heads/cam package while your at it! You already have it tore down, might as well do it all in one!

 

[Chuck 98 RT/10]

I like the Wizard's theory. If it ain't broke, don't fix it. Swapping head gaskets as a preventative measure = WOW!

Agreed. The last thing I wanna do is open a perfectly good Viper motor just to swap a gasket.

 

[Chuck 98 RT/10]

If you don't want information from many with many years of experience, don't ask for it.

Unbelievable isn't it? This board is the best resource for just this sort of thing but after receiving the info he choses to listen to his buddy. Maybe his buddy has owned Vipers for 14 years.

 

[klamathpro]

You could give me your old gaskets since they were fine, and save me $1000.

 

[V10SpeedLuvr]

You could give me your old gaskets since they were fine, and save me $1000.

Great idea, but are Gen 1 and 2 gaskets the same? I didn't think they were. But if they are, I'll take them too

 

[syclone1157]

OK, OK....no head gaskets!!!

I talked to my mechanic this morning before he pulled the heads.

 

[viper spray]

Ok , have you had the recall done? How about the skip shift? Maybe do the gear oil upgrade to help with NGR, what about exhaust , brakes, wheels, rear gear, new rubber, shifter, MGW knob, smooth tubes , K&N ??????????

THere are a million things that you should and could do. Give these guys a call , they are not too far from you:

http://www.americanracingtech.com/

 

[Bill Pemberton Woodhouse]

If he needs the recall done, it will have to be done at an Authorized Dodge Dealer ---- Maxwell Dodge would be the best bet for it to be done correctly.

 

[Tom F&L GoR]

...40mm rear brakes... and will still look stock!

 

[ruckdr]

YES, DEFINITELY, for the 40mm Rear Brakes

 

[syclone1157]

Tell me about the brakes...Big difference I have heard.
Also a buddy of mine says that it really helps to not lock out your brakes. Mine of course has no ABS, Is it true that it is harder to lock them out?

 

[ruckdr]

syclone,
Read this thread completely; it will tell you all you want to know about the 40mm brakes. Except where to order. Send Tom an Email: [email protected] -- He will set you up.


http://www4.forum.viperclub.org/showflat.php?Cat=&Board=UBB14&Number=557485&Forum=UBB14&Words=&Match=Entire%20Phrase&Searchpage=3&Limit=25&Old=allposts&Main=557485&Search=true#Post557485

In case you miss it in the posting above, I like to describe the car stopping as "squatting", NOT "nose diving". You can feel the rear brakes pulling from the rear.

Later, A MUST

 

[IEATVETS]

Now that I have taken my heads off to install new gaskets

I am REALLY confused because you then say this:
OK, OK....no head gaskets!!!
I talked to my mechanic this morning before he pulled the heads.

1st you say that YOU pulled the heads then you say that you stopped your mechanic BEFORE he pulled them! Could somebody explain this to me please?