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    My turn for headgaskets.!...gen 1

    As a result of server relocation, ALL the picture links have been broken. A new link to the entire album, covering the job from start to finish can be found here (no new material, just an album full of pictures taken a decade ago): http://spcarsplus.com/piwigo/index.php?/category/270
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    Team Tech 6 point belts/ harness - install

    Edit: Server swap resulted in broken links to all the pictures, but the album they're in can be found here: http://spcarsplus.com/piwigo/index.php?/category/272
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    Team Tech 6 point belts/ harness - install

    I did these last weekend. Everything worked out, in the end, but I had to make my own spacers for the existing belts (none were included in the harness packages). Also, I don't know what type of X'acto knife they were talking about in the instructions, but none of the five (5) or six (6)...
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    Coolant Smell & Silicone Hoses?

    JohnB (& I) chased a miniscule leak after I installed silicone hoses. Yes, they must be retightened after a few heat cycles. In John's case (94 R/T10) the hose with the bleed was weeping a bit, but where it fit onto the thermostat (not at the air bleed). The drops would land in the V and...
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    New Rims Gen1..Thanks JohnB

    Thanks JonB, I guess JohnB will be good for a while then.
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    New Rims Gen1..Thanks JohnB

    John's suspension is still all original components, which makes me ask, what is the projected life/mileage on his Konis before servicing? I expect that enthusiasts have played with the shock's calibration and have had Koni service shops apply changed valving during rebuilds. Are there any...
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    5 Point Harness

    Thanks guys, I appreciate that the 6-point has the advantage of not cutting the seat as well, it would just be a matter of tucking it between the seatback and cushion when not in use (daily street driving). I haven't brought up the subject of a spare seat to cut a slot in it yet (back to...
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    5 Point Harness

    Is the rear panel available used/separately (asks the guy that will be installing John's belts)? Always nice to keep the original part(s) unmolested, when possible. His car does have the floor provision for the 5-point sub-strap, and of course, the lap belts. I have not yet removed the seat...
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    Cracked Trunk Lid

    You should probably drill an 1/8" hole an the end(s) of each crack to eliminate stress risers and prevent the crack from continuing after the repair.
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    WTB Shifter (what brand is best)

    I just installed a Hurst for a local board member; drove the car for the first time this evening, and the new shifter feels very good. The effort is not high, and trip between gears is very short. Perhaps it was the combination of brand-new OE engine mounts, and an aftermarket urethane xmsn...
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    My turn for headgaskets.!...gen 1

    Thanks guys! As John knows, most of the cars I work on are shipped in from other parts of the country, so I always do a photo documentation to keep the owner's informed of my progress and to make it easier for them to understand why it takes as long as it takes/costs as much as it costs for any...
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    My turn for headgaskets.!...gen 1

    Turning point of the job: the heads are back on. Gallery updated, currently at 286 pictures.
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    Maximum Compression Ratio w/Pump Gas

    Where can I get more information about stroker crankshafts? I have a (loose) crank that might be one, but I'd want to measure the throws to know for sure. I'm pretty sure it's been narrowed down to a GenII engine, based on partial part number: Also have a raw forging...
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    My turn for headgaskets.!...gen 1

    Latest batch of photos (from 3/5) are online: Gallery
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    My turn for headgaskets.!...gen 1

    Thanks! Keep checking that link, as the pictures will accumulate daily. Clearly, I'm no stranger to Marque Forums, but I had to laugh when I realized that was my first post on this board. While I'm far from being an expert on Vipers, I do strive to provide technically interesting posts.
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    My turn for headgaskets.!...gen 1

    Just got started on the same project last night. There will be hundreds of pictures online at: Gallery Chuck: John (the car's owner) will be calling you shortly; I gave him my "list of demands" around 2:00AM. Thanks! A few for starters... Discovered an autograph when disconnecting...

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