So I have a Viper What to do first

[VenomSnake]

I second.

I've actually held a Nascar and Grand Am Cup license about 8 years ago. Went to the Bondurant school several years ago too but you should never underestimate the power of these cars. I'm really not looking to put this one on the track. I have a little fiat abarth track day car for that when I get the itch to go drive around VIR.

[BJG32]

Thanks for all the replies. You guys give me a lot to think about and that's what's the most fun about owning a new car. From reading the post I'm going to give Viper Exchange a call about some suspension mods. I would like to lower it and add rear diffuser fins. I had them on my Challenger and I was amazed at how clean it kept the rear end of my car. Thanks again for everything.

I did a write up on adding diffuser fins on here....additionally your suspension options are limited. Lowering caps for $450.....or the VE DSC suspension upgrade aforementioned which is ~$5k.

[Topplayer]

clear bra ASAP, Rims and tires!


DRIVE THE SNOT OUT OF IT!!!!

looks real mean! I like it alot!

[BJG32]

btw........ I don't think any suspension mods are absolutely "safe" 2doorrocket had his hellcat warranty completely voided from some suspension mods he did to it. So FCA is already using that against their customers.

[Fatboy 18]

Learn to read the Oil Dipstick!

[ViperPete]

Headers!!!! What a huge difference they made.

Congrats on the beast!

[Topplayer]

btw........ I don't think any suspension mods are absolutely "safe" 2doorrocket had his hellcat warranty completely voided from some suspension mods he did to it. So FCA is already using that against their customers.

what did he need warranty work on that the suspension affected it?

[City]

Drive it and then drive it some more.

If this is your first Viper then without a doubt, LIG is absolutely correct.

Live with it a while BEFORE you decide on mods. Your priorities may change with some seat time.

[BJG32]

what did he need warranty work on that the suspension affected it?

His car was lowered. His car developed instability on highway. They didn't know what was wrong after several attempts to diagnose. They replaced the entire suspension under "Goodwill" not warranty, but informed him is warranty is now voided in its entirety. They blamed it on the lowering springs.

[2doorrocket]

His car was lowered. His car developed instability on highway. They didn't know what was wrong after several attempts to diagnose. They replaced the entire suspension under "Goodwill" not warranty, but informed him is warranty is now voided in its entirety. They blamed it on the lowering springs.

You're correct, it was what seemed to be a torn bushing somewhere, either way they replaced every single control arm, cradle bushings, and the springs and active damping shocks. Then the warranty is voided for the vehicle. I currently have a brake booster concern and they haven't fixed it yet because they do not want to undo the warranty restriction.

[Dman]

btw........ I don't think any suspension mods are absolutely "safe" 2doorrocket had his hellcat warranty completely voided from some suspension mods he did to it. So FCA is already using that against their customers.

Yea, my advice stands, if someone tells you 'it should be warranty friendly', get it in writing or assume FCA will find out by having the dealer Sherlock the snot outta the car, and void your entire warranty and flush that extension, which, would suck. The Viper is awesome, and SRT support historically has been 2nd to none. Now, everyone who cared has left or moved on, so enjoy the car and make sure you don't get frustrated by a bad event the car can't control, FCA, lol, nothing should diminish the joy of viper ownership, welcome to the snake pit.

[Jprince]

Doug Shelby Engineering heat shield for factory air box and be sure to insulate it. Makes a huge difference on intake temps.

[VenomSnake]

Cool. I've been looking at Doug Shelby stuff for a heat shield and diffuser fins.

[Herrsss]

You need to join VOA!

[Vegaskid]

Drive it as much as possible before any engine mods..

[BJG32]

Yea, my advice stands, if someone tells you 'it should be warranty friendly', get it in writing or assume FCA will find out by having the dealer Sherlock the snot outta the car, and void your entire warranty and flush that extension, which, would suck. The Viper is awesome, and SRT support historically has been 2nd to none. Now, everyone who cared has left or moved on, so enjoy the car and make sure you don't get frustrated by a bad event the car can't control, FCA, lol, nothing should diminish the joy of viper ownership, welcome to the snake pit.

I have an email from a dealer saying arrow PCM will not void my warranty. Hoping i never have to bust it out.

[SharpMan]

I second.

Third.

[SilveRT8]

A change of rear end gears from 3.55 to 3.73 or 3.91 would feel like an added 50 to 75 hp.
I would love to do this change, but my .63 ratio 6th gear would rev to high on the highway. 2015 and up models with .50 overdrive ratio are fine.
I dont think this would void the warranty as it would be unnoticable at inspection time.

[ChevyChad]

Be sure to push the rear window defrost before you do anything that may alter warranty. Make sure the back glass doesnt explode..

[BlknBlu]

The Drive Mod is the most important one should do first. Learn the car and how it responds. Depending on you usage of the car is where the performance mods come into play.

Bruce

[VenomSnake]

Be sure to push the rear window defrost before you do anything that may alter warranty. Make sure the back glass doesnt explode..

Really?? Is there a known problem with the rear window defrost?

[AZTVR]

Be sure to push the rear window defrost before you do anything that may alter warranty. Make sure the back glass doesnt explode..

I DEFINITELY would NOT suggest doing this without looking at the gap around the glass first ! Replacements might not be readily available !

Really?? Is there a known problem with the rear window defrost?

There are various threads for an early build issue. http://driveviper.com/forums/threads...efroster-Issue
Someone has also reported an issue on a newer build also. It sounds like the design relies on the glass installer insuring an adequate gap.

[pitdad]

Your car is perfect! Drive it and enjoy it.