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    Two Post Lift for long term storage?

    Anyone using a two post lift for storing their Viper during winter months? Thinking about adding a two post lift so that it would offer me the versatility of working on tires/brakes/suspension.
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    Quick Time Bell Housing for T56??

    Wondering if anyone has experience with installing a Quick Time (RM-8071) transmission bell housing on a Gen I or Gen II? Are there any fitment issues, driveline changes required, etc? Thank you edrt10
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    Did the 1996 Viper RT/10 have head gasket issues?

    Does anyone know if the 1996 Vipers have the notorious Gen I head gasket issues? I know the 96 is a transition year, but not sure if the head gaskets were upgraded. Thanks!
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    Gen I lives again!

    My wife and I were in an accident last October after getting caught in a heavy downpour. We hit standing water on the expressway and spun out three times finally hitting cable barriers in the median. Fortunately, we were not injured (kudos to the engineers that designed the Gen I). The car...
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    HELP - Heater / AC control not working - Gen I

    Just removed and replaced dash on my 95. The blower motor is working, but the heater / AC selector switch that controls defroster, heat, vents, etc. is not having any effect on the direction of air flow. Any ideas?
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    Tire pressure for tracking car- Gen I 17" tires??

    What is the correct tire pressure for a Gen I (17" tires) when tracking car, i.e., Gingerman Raceway, MI??
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    800 HP V10 crate engine - copy and pasted from SRT forum

    800HP V10 crate engine, 650HP bolt-on kit for Gen III's, announced today http://ca.autoblog.com/2011/11/01/mo...ngine-at-sema/
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    Blending the OLD with the NEW(er)

    My wife and I took a nice fall day cruise out to Gilmore Car Museum in Hickory Corners, MI near Kalamazoo yesterday. Amazing collection of historic automobiles displayed in several barns.....a must see if you are in the area!
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    Gen II fan upgrade on Gen I

    Anyone know if the GenII fan has a higher amperage draw than the Gen I fan? If so, what is the amperage draw and/or fuse amperage used for the radiator fan? Thanks in advance!
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    POWER STEERING FILTER...install planned for this weekend along with cooler for Gen I.

    Power Steering Fluid Magna-Pure In-Line Filter Fits All 3/8" Hose Applications Patented By-Pass Filtration Technology Helps Reduce Contamination Hoses Not Included Install Filter In Return Hose Serviceable Magnetic Filter Element Sure Grip Barb Connections Durable High Grade Aluminum...
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    Halfshaft Loops / Driveshaft Loop PROJECT COMPLETED - photos

    Completed the halfshaft loop project this weekend for my Gen I. Modified JEGS universal drive shaft loops ($25 X 2) fab work / welding / bolts = total cost $100 Overkill.....maybe. Peace of mind....DEFINITELY: First 3 photos are of halfshaft loops, last two photos are of driveshaft loop...
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    Driveshaft loop

    Been searching the internet for a while looking for a drive shaft loop that would work on my Gen 1. Found one on EBAY that was made for NASCAR - $25. Made up a 1 3/4" pipe with end plates to complete the install. Next project is the half shaft loops. Better safe than sorry! :drive:
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    Tansmission Shaft Pilot Bearing??

    Planning to replace the clutch/throwout bearing with a LUK OEM, Fidanza flywheel, new slave cylinder. Does anyone feel that the transmission shaft pilot bearing needs to be replaced? It seems as if this would be a good time to do this since everything else is being swapted out. Car has 38k...
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    Aluminum vs Chromolly flywheel

    Why go with an aluminum flywheel if chromolly is stronger and more durable? Price and weight are relatively equal:dunno:
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    Oil filter wrench that does the trick every time!

    For those of you that have a difficult time removing the oil filter, I have found that this tool is the best and quickest solution to removing the filter.....works great! Available at most auto part stores, Harbor Freight, etc. for around $5.00 :2tu:
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    4-post lifts at Cosctco

    For those of you that have been considering a 4-post lift, Costco carries them. Online advertisement I received shows a Danmar 7000 lb. lift for $1899 delivered. Check out Costco.com for for specifications. I have owned a 4-post lift for 6 years (different brand) and would not be without it...
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    KUHMO ECSTA XS Tires

    WOW! What a difference from the Michelen Pilots. Even when the Pilots were new, they did not grab like these Kuhmo's. For half the price of the Michelin PS2's, it is hard to believe the performance of these tires. For safety reasons alone, these tires are worth considering! Maybe these...
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    McLeod Aluminum Flywheel

    Anyone usint a Mcleod Racing LLC aluminum flywheel? If so, would you recommend it? Do you know what it weighs?:dunno:
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    sway bar links - poly bushings??

    Who carries sway bar link end poly bushings for Gen I:dunno:
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    Xtd® Prolite Racing Flywheel / 92-02 Viper 8.0l

    XTD® PROLITE RACING FLYWHEEL / 92-02 VIPER 8.0L Anyone have experience with this particular brand chrome-moly flywheel? XTD® PROLITE RACING FLYWHEEL / 92-02 VIPER 8.0L XTD® PROLITE RACING FLYWHEEL / 92-02 VIPER 8.0L
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    When to rebuild Gen I calipers??

    I have a Gen I with original brake calipers. Resivoir and brake lines flushed and new synthetic fluid every 2 years, 35k miles, original brake lines replaced with stainless lines. How long has anyone gone on original calipers without rebuilding/new seals?:dunno:
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    Gen II Frame question

    Does anyone know if there is a difference in frame design between a Gen II GTS and Gen II RT/10? :dunno:
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    18" PILOT SPORTS NEW on Ebay

    Not sure of mfg date, but you guys that have 18" wheels may want to check this out on ebay. Item number: 300226516924 two for $600 new in stock.:2tu: (direct from ebay add) 335/30ZR18 MICHELIN PILOT SPORT 102Y QUANTITY X 2 = 2 TIRES YOU ARE BUYING TWO (2) 335/30ZR18 MICHELIN PILOT SPORT...
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    Any tips on changing fuel filter?

    I would like to replace the fuel filter on my Gen I. I do have a lift which will make the filter very accessable. Thanks in advance for any tips! :usa:
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    Dusted a Cobra Mustang Tonight

    Cruising with the wife down M-5 and I see a Cobra Mustang in my rear view mirror switching lanes to catch up to us. This guy came along side and reved his engine, we were moving along at 40 mph. I dropped into 2nd and he was history until we shut down around 85 mph. He caught up again and...
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