Anyone in MA area help me with my viper? (rear sagging)

[Martin2000GTS]

Hey Guys,
The rear left of my 2000 GTS is so low i can just barely fit my index finger between the tire and the wheel well. When I first got it there was at least 3 inches I think. The tire rubs all the time when I hit a bump. I do have the Koni and Ibach set up which I got with the car when I bought it (used). I guess they make one thats adjustable and one that isisnt? How do I know which one I have? Also, im guessing that maybe if I do have the adjustable set up, could it be slowly slipping and lowering it self? Does that make any sence? I have 16k miles on the car and don't really hit a lot of bumps so I dont think the shocks could be worn..... Any one in the Boston area that could maybe take a look at it? I would drive to you and deliver you lunch! I was thinking about waiting till the Tator BBQ but I don't know if I can wait that long I also don't want to hit any more bumps and kill my tire. Any advice is greatly appreciated!
Thanks
Martin

 

[jay01m]

Sounds to me like a weakening leaf spring, but could be wrong. I've heard some people having issues with one of the shock setups on the Vipers as well. Not sure if you have that same setup or not, but I'm sure someone else on here can tell you for sure.

My Corvette ZR1 has the same problem with sagging on the drivers side, and it is the leaf spring that needs to be replaced. I'll go out on a limb and say that is your problem.

 

[big-n-italian]

while you are under the rear of your viper looking for a LEAF SPRING, be sure to plug in an Electric Light Orchestra tape in the 8-track tape player for your musical enjoyment..

 

[Martin2000GTS]

hmmm a leaf spring? Im lost....I know i have coil springs with the shocks that go down the middle....my c5 has shocks with transverse leave springs....

 

[jay01m]

Well then, I guess now is a good time to announce that I've assumed the rear of the Vipers have a leaf spring similar to the vettes LOL. I think sheepish is the right word to describe myself at the moment.

In my defense, I've only owned my Viper for 2-months now, and have not had the chance to learn everything about the car yet. I'll shut up now because I'm an idiot

 

[jay01m]

while you are under the rear of your viper looking for a LEAF SPRING, be sure to plug in an Electric Light Orchestra tape in the 8-track tape player for your musical enjoyment..

LOL oh jeez!!

 

[big-n-italian]

Well then, I guess now is a good time to announce that I've assumed the rear of the Vipers have a leaf spring similar to the Vipers LOL. I think sheepish is the right word to describe myself at the moment.

In my defense, I've only owned my Viper for 2-months now, and have not had the chance to learn everything about the car yet. I'll shut up now because I'm an idiot

LOL - ITS COOL! we were all new at one time. if the galleries were up, i would post a pic of the Independent Rear Suspension under your car.

i think you are close though. sounds like there is definately a broken spring, shock, mount, something going on.

 

[AviP]

Now I know why Vipers are associated with trucks.

 

[CitySnake]

Now I know why Vipers are associated with trucks.

Whatever is the problem, you might think about marketing it.
Guys are spending thousands of $$$ to decrease the wheel well gap.

 

[Martin2000GTS]

city snake,
i love the lowered look, its bad a$$. Its just way to low where it could potentialy be dangerous. I mean how many times can the tire rub before it's sidewalls gets to weak? The fronts are fine and the read passenger side is decent (rarely rubs) but the rear driver side hits on every bump. Most of the time you can smell the burnt tire smell when driving with the window down......any suggestions on what the problem maybe?
Thanks
Martin

 

[99 R/T 10]

Is the shock stock (blue Koni) or after market? Without a picture, I would say you might have a blowout on the shock(oil leaking), or a broken spring. Can you get a picture?

 

[Jeff Torrey]

If you want to take the car to a Viper Tech then your going to need a trailer or a flat bed.

You may be able to get a local suspension shop to fix the problem.

Did you buy the car from a dealer, or private sale?

 

[Jerry Colpitts]

Hey Martin / I live in tewksbury i will be more than happy to hook up with you since i did my whole suspension over and such. I also own a couple of stores on Rt 1 in Peabody. Slumberrest and Bedrooms. email me [email protected]

 

[Rizzo]

while you are under the rear of your viper looking for a LEAF SPRING, be sure to plug in an Electric Light Orchestra tape in the 8-track tape player for your musical enjoyment..

Holy Chit Big.. That was funny.

 

[Martin2000GTS]

Hey Jerry thanks for the offer ill def. take you up on it. I just sent you an email. I have met you before in the Peabody area I believe, I just cant remember exactly where. I remember you telling me about the stores on Rt 1. I work at the Reading Home depot part time...maybe thats where I saw you? Not sure. Anyways let me know whats convenient for you and Ill be there.
Thanks
Martin