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    is it possible to have paint overspray from the factory???

    Did I ever ONCE say that VIPERS were painted electrostatically? No. What I said was that there is STILL overspray on OEM paint since the 60's and made a few examples. I also pointed out that it was UNLIKELY for there to be overspray on the Viper but still possible. Do I want to backtrack on...
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    is it possible to have paint overspray from the factory???

    Did you read above where I mentioned that I was talking about repairs being made. Let me make it clearer. If, during assembly towards the final stages, something happens, someone leans on the hood and scratches it, whatever. Do you think the take the whole car apart to repair the paint? I...
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    is it possible to have paint overspray from the factory???

    EXACTLY!!!
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    Drove Viper today. 2 FT snow. 12 deg F. 40mph winds

    I took a drive today too Ken. I still have the top off the car and it was pretty nice out.
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    is it possible to have paint overspray from the factory???

    Have you ever seen the painting process used at most of the Big 3 plants? I have seen most of them. Overspray is VERY common. Look under the hood of most of the late 90s and early 2000 Ford trucks for example. They paint the rubber hood adjusters. Most of the overspray, which is actually...
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    is it possible to have paint overspray from the factory???

    It is possible to have overspray at the factory. In fact, many of the classic cars that are sold for the highest prices get top dollar because of the overspray. It is an indicator for certain models that the vehicle is either original or the restoration has been done so exactly that even the...
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    This is how bad the paint can get

    Hey, with all the help Tom has given us all with his knowledge of automotive lubricants and fluids, I hope I can help him out a little. How does that guy remember all that stuff?:dunno:
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    This is how bad the paint can get

    That recall was very expensive for the Big 3, but very profitable for the dealerships and the paint manufacturers. I was lucky enough to get out of the technical arena and into the commissioned sales around that time.
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    This is how bad the paint can get

    Tom, I worked for PPG (Resins and Coatings Division, Automotive OEM and Refinish) for 16 years, starting out as a chemist and ending up in sales. That said, I'll tell you a few of the causes for the problems you showed us. Number one: Extreme temperature variations cause delamination...
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    DWI

    Not necessarily a violation of his Miranda Rights, depending on when that statement was made, who made the statement, and who it was made to...you or your son. Does he NEED an attorney? No. I think anyone charged with a criminal offense would be crazy not to retain an attorney. Even if he...
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    More VIPER vandalism

    Last year I wanted to fix the rotted seal around the rear glass on my car. I ended up finding a local glass shop that located several factory windows for just over a hundred bucks. I posted it on here and they were all grabbed up quick. Check with the local glass companies, there may be some...
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    Anyone have a hard top stand?

    I did the same thing, works great and doesn't take up any space.
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    Interesting Lawsuit...Viper "Mongoose"?

    I love the old sponsor, English Leather. What a great name for cologne...if you think you want to smell like a dead cow. I guess it's better than smelling like the "Old Spice" from your grandma's spice rack.
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    My Dead Bee Updated

    Congrats on the new car. Thanks Jon for helping everyone out in this type of circumstance. The book values on these things is stupid.
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    With a SAD heart, I must say goodbye to the Viper World

    Sorry to hear about your car. What a beautiful car. I loved the way you extended the stripes front and back, but my favorite part was always the American flags on the sides. I hate to see another white/blue go away, obviously my favorite color combo. Seems like that and my second favorite...
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    Looking to get a Viper

    Interesting car...looks like a GT5 but your name indicates that its a 72. Whatever it is, you should be able to get a pretty good price for a great looking car like that. Maybe a trade at Woodhouse. There's some Pantera history with them I believe.
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    Reproduction Window Stickers

    Thanks for the quick response to my e-mail, I'll be sending you my information soon. I'm excited. Thanks for taking on this burden/project again.
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    Reproduction Window Stickers

    I sent you an e-mail as well. Thanks.
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    Advantage: Viper vs Motorcycle

    And by the way 00Prowler, I think you'll find there are many of us on this board that not only have a Viper in the garage, but also a "rice bike" or two parked next to it, along with any other go-fast toy they can get their hands on. Income has nothing to do with it. You should see how many...
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    Advantage: Viper vs Motorcycle

    Owning both, I'd have to say that the bikes will win almost every time...in the straights. All of mine are relatively stock, 450hp for the Viper, 110hp for the GSX-R600, and 160hp for the GSX-R1000. It's the horsepower to weight ratio that give the advantage to the bikes. Look at the liter...
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    Paint experts question

    The tough part is going to be getting the clear to stick to it. Primers are what makes topcoats and clears stick the the substrates, either mechanically or chemically. In order to put a clear topcoat on, you'll need to put a clear bonding agent on first. I worked for PPG long ago and we sold...
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    2009 Viper Colors - It's Official!

    Yeah, me too. Strange huh?
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    any video genius out there in the viper world?

    Nice videos by the way.
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    any video genius out there in the viper world?

    Not trying to do any bashing here, but the two examples on your website are pretty simple, considering the great software that is out there these days for video editing. My advice would be to buy a software package such as Pinnacle Studio Plus, find someone on your team or someone related, and...
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    At the risk of attack, I ask this question...

    You're right, in a way, about the offset. It is the amount of the wheel that is outwards of the wheels mounting point. In other words, how much it will stick out from the car. You need the correct offset to clear the brakes as well as clear the inner fender liners. It can also affect the...

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