2001 RT/10 frame = GTS frame?

[topsnake]

Hi,

I bought a 2001 RT/10 now, that had a crash. I am now up to fix the frame with the help of a Celette. The car ist completely naked except of brake lines, cables, trunk top, trunk, interior, fuel tank.
Can somebody tell me 100% that the Gen2 frame measurings and sizes from a GTS are exactly the same like from a 2001 RT/10?
Would help a lot, my literature still keeps a while to arrive in Germany.

Are there any things, that should especially be regarded when fixing a broken frame? I speak of Viper-specialities.
Are there any experiences?

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Thanks
Dennis

 

[RTTTTed]

Suspension, driveline and most body panels are the same so frame should be pretty much the same, except for what's obviously different.

Ted

 

[SylvanSRT]

i am pretty sure the frame is the same the rear "tub" is different though if memory serves me correctly

 

[topsnake]

Thanks so far,
what is a tub?

Greets from Germany
Dennis

 

[Chuck 98 RT/10]

what is a tub?

The trunk. Last I checked it was a $6K piece. Probably more now.

 

[jpa99acr]

you got your work cut out for you.

 

[MarkRx]

Thanks so far,
what is a tub?

Greets from Germany
Dennis

That 2nd picture that you posted is the tub.

You need a new one.

 

[topsnake]

As far as I see it, this is the most expensive part next to the hood to rebuild the car...
Maybe the old one can be saved. Just need this one corner

 

[Bandit3]

Wow, hope ya got it cheap, looks like a LOT of work. Good luck

 

[Blockbuster]

Hallo Dennis
Call
COMPOSITE DESIGN
They have plug to make new (tub) one

 

[Tom Sessions]

The Frame is the same.If you look up the part thru Chrysler its latest part number is a 4855232AI Which fits 1996 thru 2002. RT 10 or GTS.Its only $14840.00

 

[mjorgensen Woodhouse]

Yep, We have shipped 2 of these frames to Switzerland and they are not cheap to buy or transport but to see a brand new 10 year old frame strapped to a shipping pallet is pretty cool. Good luck with your project I bet you learn A LOT along the way!

The Frame is the same.If you look up the part thru Chrysler its latest part number is a 4855232AI Which fits 1996 thru 2002. RT 10 or GTS.Its only $14840.00