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    I thought you guys were nuts!

    By the way, what kind of wax do you use on those screws?
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    I thought you guys were nuts!

    Psycho! You need help.
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    Corvette Guy-A Poll Maybe

    Along the same lines, I stopped at a convenience store one day and as I was walking into the store, a guy pulls up next to my car in a Corvette. Nice looking car, probably an 82, in pretty nice shape but not anything spectacular. When I came out of the store, the guy was standing at the side...
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    Cleaning ACR Wheels

    I cleaned mine yesterday (see my post "I thought you guy were nuts") and used some Meguiars spray on wheel cleaner and a plastic bristled brush. The Meguiars stuff worked great and ate right through the sludge, and it was really bad. The bottle said not to use it on powder-coated wheels, which...
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    Corvette Guy-A Poll Maybe

    I went for a drive today. Yesterday in my storied cleaning frenzy I had to go to the auto parts store to get some things. While I was there I ordered a pair of K&Ns and was surprised to hear they already got them in today, so I went to pick them up. Anyway, the weather was beautiful but a...
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    I thought you guys were nuts!

    A couple months ago I discovered this site while shopping for my car. Very informative and helped me a great deal when shopping. Thanks. However, while I was reading all the threads, I came across one where someone described and even posted pictures of their winter project...cleaning the...
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    I saw Chad’s next McViper

    That's my favorite too, but I'm a bit biased. :nana: I like the McGTS though, especially the front end.
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    Another fatal Viper crash , looks like a GTS ....

    And I hate to contradict the news reports, but this driver was not really ejected in the manner most would think.
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    Another fatal Viper crash , looks like a GTS ....

    That is a safe assumption in 99.9% of the crashes, but I've seen a couple where someone has been ejected despite wearing a seatbelt.
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    garage/storage lift......need help

    Great picture and one impressive garage full of cars. :2tu:
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    Another fatal Viper crash , looks like a GTS ....

    In this case, I'm afraid you're right, it wouldn't have helped. I'm a little torn on the subject of traction control, skid control (ABS), and anti-rollover computers such as Stabilitrack. I think they are great for the average driver and daily driver vehicles. I have all three on the Hummer and...
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    Another fatal Viper crash , looks like a GTS ....

    Actually, no sensationalism in this statement. Doug Matteson is one of the PIOs (Public Information Officer) for the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office. The accident did in fact move the trailer 10 to 15 feet. The speed at impact has not yet been determined. I will say though that most of the...
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    Cooling Problems...

    Problem solved!!! I picked it up today, the final bill was $900 including tax and all the other junk. Drove it home and watched the temp guage the whole time. I used to run right on the red, or about 245 degrees. Today, on the way home and about 50 extra test miles later, it stayed pretty...
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    Viper Crash

    You are correct, I was tired and typed the wrong thing. It was a 2006. It was a unique crash and I'll be interested in finding out the results of the reconstruction. Most interesting point is that the parking brake (or emergency brake) was fully engaged, yet as I said before, no skid marks...
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    Viper Crash

    Here are the details: The car is a GTS, I don't remember what year. Speed estimates have not yet been finalized, but initial estimates are 85+ Accident was reported at 5:13 am. The inpact moved the trailer almost 10 feet. Driver's name is Anthony Burgi, 37 years old, local attorney. I do...
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    Cooling Problems...

    Tom, that's a good point, being a Gen "1 1/2" I guess, I don't really know which fan it has. I'm going to assume that its the Gen 1. I'm considering changing the radiator the the 3 core aluminum and would change the fan then if need be. Kind of a funny thing with this car. For the most part...
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    Cooling Problems...

    I had to work today so I had the wife take it to Tempe Dodge. I told her beforehand to speak directly to the tech after she got done with the service writer. I told her to relay my concerns and tell him the exact problem before he started working on the car. She has pretty extensive prior...
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    Cooling Problems...

    Since I bought my RT/10, I've been concerned about the engine temperature. When I first take it out it will rise to the red zone, stay just short of going into the red, the drop slightly and stay at around 225-230. I tried purging the system several times with some success, actually adding about...
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    Feel-good post

    Nice job!!! sounds like a good time. I like the windows, what kind are they and how do you like 'em?
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    Spring is here! What is your Zaino technique?

    The problem with carnuba waxes is not just the fact that they do not last as long, it's the fact that offer such minimal protection. Waxes should not only provide a good shine, but also protect the paint from minor scratching and scuffing, but mostly from the elements we expose our cars to...
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    oil pressure problem part 2

    Hey Tom, just out of curiosity, if indeed the previous owner did not change the oil on a regular basis and the sludge blobs and varnish you describe are there, what is the solution? Will they eventually dissolve with consequent frequent oil changes or is an overhaul required?
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    Spring is here! What is your Zaino technique?

    OK, here's my take on it for what it's worth. First of all, let me start by saying that I worked for PPG Industries, Coating and Resins Division (Automotive) for 16 years. I have a little knowledge of automotive finishes, but I'm certainly no expert in detailing or detailing products. Clay bars...
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    Gen II Door Alignment

    I found another article on here using the search that explained how to align the door using a towel to hold the door up off the sill while you adjust it. My passenger door was sagging enough to scrape against the sill and was starting to scuff the paint. I followed the instructions and got it...
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    First month of ownership.

    Thanks for all the great comments. I plan to take some better pictures soon, hopefully this weekend. Couple of other things I noticed. These cars are not really that expensive. Let's face it, most of them can be had used with low mileage for under 50k, and people drop that on a car or truck...
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    First month of ownership.

    I agree, hard work makes me appreciate it more, and it took a bit of hard work to realize a four year dream. I've been working on a project at work for the last four months. It was 16 hours a day, 7 days a week. That's 112 hours a week for the last four months. I took two days off to go get...

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