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  1. Frank Parise

    For you Baby Boomers who grew up using Craftsman tools.....

    Like most of you other old guys, I grew up with Craftsman tools and for the last 50 years have purchased with confidence from wherever the nearest Sears store was located. Never had a problem returning a broken socket or socket wrench and getting a free replacement under the lifetime guarantee...
  2. Frank Parise

    Looking to purchase 01 or 02 ACR

    Looking to fill a void in my garage. I've been Viperless for 2 years and cannot take it anymore. Would like an ACR without any internal engine mods. Condition is more important than mileage. Thank you gents.
  3. Frank Parise

    Looking for complete 3:45 or 3:55 differential

    Would like new or slightly used GEN II differential complete with 3.45 or 3.55 gears.
  4. Frank Parise

    Changing oil- Don't make the same mistake I did

    Make sure when you remove the old oil filter that you remove the rubber gasket with it! Over the last 16 years of Viper ownership I thought I had seen everything. Tonight I installed fresh oil and filter, then started the car. 5 seconds later I had 2 quarts of oil on the garage floor. The...
  5. Frank Parise

    2002 rt/10 with 900 original miles - need new tires

    I purchased a beautiful 02 rt/10 in May. The good news is it has only 977 original miles. The bad news is it has the original tires on it (date stamps indicate 1999 and 2000 manufacturing dates). I checked the threads on the subject of Michelin Pilot tire life and date stamps, when they...
  6. Frank Parise

    Where is the Comp Coupe web site?

    I can no longer connect to the Competition Coupe web site at www.vipercompetitioncoupe.com. Anybody know what happened to the site? Also, anybody know how many CCs have been produced to date? Thanks.
  7. Frank Parise

    Arizona Comp Coupe For Sale

    Hello fellow Arizona members. Please be advised that I have listed my Comp Coupe for sale in the VCA classifieds. Contact me at 520-906-6844 if you or anyone you know might be interested.
  8. Frank Parise

    Rousch Rear Wing

    Saw the new Rousch SRT Coupe at the SEMA show. It had an awesome carbon fiber rear wing that is larger than the original CC wing, yet smaller than the 2005 World Challenge wing. Can I purchase one for my CC?
  9. Frank Parise

    When do you consider a purchase offer to be offensive?

    I was fortunate to be successful in my efforts to sell my 2001 ACR. I won't disclose the price of the sale, however as stated in the ad, it was in mint perfect condition, completley original, and babied with only 1,500 miles on it. It's a no-excuse car. A VCA member e-mailed me asking if I...
  10. Frank Parise

    Set up tips for Cal Speedway

    Was considering racing on the long course (2.88 miles)at Cal Speedway on March 5-7. Have any of you raced on this track? Set-up tips? Thank you in advance.
  11. Frank Parise

    New CC tires

    I have spoken to Bobby Archer, Jeff Speers of Hoosier, and John Purner. They have all confirmed that Hoosier will no longer be making the slicks that we ran on last year. Apparently this is being done to relieve some of the challenges that Bobby had in having to bring so many different types...
  12. Frank Parise

    CC's dominate Phoenix race weekend

    CC\'s dominate Phoenix race weekend Last weekend, the Arizona Sports Racing Association ("ASRA") held its 44th annual Fall Enduro. This is the longest running and most prestigious local club event in Arizona. It attracts an electic group of race cars including Corvette, Viper, Mustang, Mazda...
  13. Frank Parise

    Pressure brake bleeding

    I always enjoyed being able to use a pressure brake bleeder on my 96 GTS. I'm a frequent bleeder and find it convenient to be able to bleed as often as necessary without requiring the help of a second person to pump the brake pedal. The special tools designated in the 96 service manual worked...
  14. Frank Parise

    World Challenge Race - Road America

    There will be at least 6 Vipers in the World Challenge race at Road America next weekend. We are the preview race for the CART race on Sunday afternoon, August 3. If you are interested in attending, you can check out the schedule at www.world-challenge.com. There are 4 practice...
  15. Frank Parise

    First track experience in an SRT-10

    On Thursday, Tony Estes and I shared a 30-minute hot lap session in a factory owned SRT-10. We were on the west track at Firebird International Raceway in Phoenix. I'm still recovering from the shock of what I experienced. As a matter of background, I've spent the last six years road racing a...
  16. Frank Parise

    Pilot Sport Prices and Suppliers

    One of our members in the Arizona Region has a 2000 RT/10 and is in need of new tires. He has the Michelin Pilot Sports on his car. He told me the best price he could find was about $450 per tire. I haven't purchased a street tire for a Viper in several years, but I remember the price of the...
  17. Frank Parise

    Viper Front->Rear Weight ratio, lbs/in rear tire traction, etc

    With full fuel and driver, expect the rear to be about 52% of the total weight (3,600 pounds). Under hard braking, substantial weight transfers off the rear tires and onto the front. I doubt you will ever achieve more than about 1 g in braking force, which will result in weight transfer of...
  18. Frank Parise

    Goodyear Slicks, Tire Pressure?????

    You should consult with John Purner. He's very good at this and would be happy to help you.
  19. Frank Parise

    SmartTire Pressure Monitor

    VCA National President, Tony Estes, installed this system in his race-Viper years ago, He also used it on his trailer. You can e-mail him at [email protected].
  20. Frank Parise

    What's the stock ride height? Could someone measure theirs?

    Re: What\'s the stock ride height? Could someone measure theirs? 5" in the front and 5-1/2" in the rear. Measurement is from bottom of frame rail to the ground.
  21. Frank Parise

    Awesome Dyno Results on Factory Warranty Rebuild

    I wanted to share the before and after dyno results on my 96 GTS motor. It was rebuilt under factory warranty in January of 2000. This motor is completely stock and has never had any internal engine modifications done to it. The orignial dyno was done on the car on March 6, 1998. At the...
  22. Frank Parise

    Big Changes in Viper Days Wheel to Wheel Racing

    Thought some of you would appreciate a recap of some major changes that have taken place in the wheel to wheel race series for 2001. Skip has reduced the number of car classes from 7 down to 2. The fast class is GT1 and the slower class is GT2. For all practical purposes, there is only one...
  23. Frank Parise

    Viper Days racers to team up against Porsche

    Even though we may be arch rivals in the Viper Days wheel to wheel series, a few of us will be teaming up to kick some serious Porsche butt in the NASA Pro Series scheduled for Feb 23-25 at Firebird International Raceway in Phoenix. Dan Downs, Rob Foster, Johnny Yuma, Phil De La O, Fat Albert...
  24. Frank Parise

    Team Viper Deserves a standing ovation !

    The 2003 convertible goes so far beyond any reasonable expectations for an American sports car that I can't believe some of the comments I am reading. To pass judgment on the car by looking at a photograph is premature. I've spoken to individuals present at the unveiling in Detroit. They said...
  25. Frank Parise

    Road Racer Forum

    Would love to see a separate discussion forum for Viper road racers wanting to discuss upcoming events, technical issues, safety issues, etc.

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