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    1996 White RT/10 at JMJ Motors, Michigan??

    Hi All, Anyone know any history on a 96 White Dodge Viper for sale at JMJ Motors in Michigan? VIN 1B3BR65E4TV100410. He is asking 34K Any news would be appreciated. Rock
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    Are we all stupid? (including me!)

    Folks, I put my Viper in storage last month and I think about it daily. When I pulled in to fill it up one last time, every mechanic came out and hovered around it. (As always, I accepted compliments with grace and pride). Boys, this is truly one of the best machines ever built. We clearly...
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    96 RT/10 Paint code location??

    Rookie question but I need to repaint my lower manifold cover underside (I know nobody can see them underneath but I am anal) Where is/are the paint codes located? Your help is much appreciated! Rocky (white/blue 96)
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    25th Annual Mopar Nationals - OHIO Questions???????

    Is this event worth it for Viper owners? Is anything planned? Anyone making the journey? Hotels? Suggestions? I am considering heading down from Ontario, Canada. Regards, Rocky 96 RT/10 W/B
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    Realistic Value - 96 RT/10 with Warranty until 2008

    Well, I have put 2000 miles on her since 2003 and it's no use, I don't get to driver much. I have a MINT - 96 RT/10 White with blue stripes. All original, hardtop, 14000 miles. Car was registered in 1998 and I put a 5 year/120000 mile bumper/bumper factory warranty in 2003. (Expires 2008)...
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    Removing a side exhaust cover on a 96 RT/10

    Is it difficult? After spending countless hours this winter cleaning the underside, I noticed a dent under one of the side panels. (passenger side) Is it hard to remove or repair?
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    If I had a naked woman in the passenger seat...

    she would have black eyes. :) I have never driven anyone else's Viper but holy #$%^, my Viper has to be the roughest ride around. I know the suspension is very stiff but if I hit an ant on the road I will jerk up and down. I think a neck brace will soon be in-order. I have only 15000...
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    Michelin Pilots city driving "Tire Pressure"

    Michelin Pilots city driving \"Tire Pressure\" Finally after a long winter, "the beast" is out again. I probably asked the same question every spring but can't remember the correct answer. What should the optium tire pressure be for city/highway driving? (I never believe the manual)
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    Question for 1996 (White) RT/10 owners: RE: Rims

    I love to keep my car clean but I am getting tired of trying to get the brake dust off the White Rims. The dust seems to settle in and mark the rims. Does anyone use any special wax or cleaner to remove the gunk! Need your help!
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    Smoke pot! Same sex marriages! NOW PHOTO RADAR!!!

    Hope the USA don't follow us Canadians.... Goverment now installing photo radar that will take a picture of all calls speeding and send you a ticket in the mail. Unreal!!!!! Viper may be up for sale soon unless someone can tell me what the best radar system on the market it is? Cost is not...
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    Blue Smoke....... What did I do?

    Boys, I was driving in second gear, brought it up over 6000 rpm. A single puff of blue smoke came out the back and the check engine light came on. I let go the pedal and switched into 3rd gear. Light went off and all seems ok with oil pressure. Did I blow a ring? Rev limiter kick in? Is there...
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    Blue Smoke.... What did I do?

    Boys, I was driving in second gear, brought it up over 6000 rpm. A single puff of blue smoke came out the back and the check engine light came on. I let go the pedal and switched into 3rd gear. Light went off and all seems ok with oil pressure. Did I blow a ring? Rev limiter kick in...
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    Rear View Mirror (pain in the asp, blind spot!)

    Hey all, has anyone relocated their rearview mirrow. I have a 1996 RT/10 and that stupid thing blinds my right side, esp going around a curve. Some has suggested placing it on the dash like the original 1950's corvette. Any suggestions? Also since I am at it.... Any easy way to put in a...
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    Winter storage QUESTIONS????

    Ok, here in the true North, unfortunately there comes a time that my asp needs to hibernate. This is my first year in cold storage. I am taking the tires off and storing them in the house. What do I keep the suspension raised on? Are there any other storage tips? What should I be doing...
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    Dropping from third gear into second - What can you get away with?

    I usually run in 3rd gear on the city streets because I love the ability to step on the gas and move quickly. Yesterday I opened it up against a motorcycle and dropped it into second gear at about 50 mph. The rearend shifted sideways somewhat. What speeds can you get away with by shifting it...
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    Clutch fully depressed won't engage ignition (starter)

    Clutch fully depressed won\'t engage ignition (starter) Has anyone experienced this problem. Over the last few weeks, I have notice that I have to practically put my foot on the clutch and push it through the firewall to get it to start. Any suggestions before I take it in for service...
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    Help with Viper Floor mats on RT10's

    Help with Viper Floor mats on RT10\'s Need help. I just picked up 2 new mats from the factory. They arrived and are Congac in color with black Viper logo. They are telling me that those are the original floor mats for the 1996 White/blue stripe RT10 viper. My interior is black, it just...
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    Backfire?

    1996 Viper RT10 with 3000 miles. When I lay off throttle it spits (light rumbling backfire) is this common? Always happens when gearing down to second or first.
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