Oil cooler lines

[GTSilver]

So I just got back from a track day and wanted to replace my oil and upon inspection found that I have a leak in the oil cooler lines and unfortunately the dealership here doesn't have them in stock. So I'd like to know whether I should stick with OEM or upgrade to aftermarket and what are the options available ? I found a thread about oil cooler lines but for some reason I cant view it.

One last thing I need them yesterday as I have my annual time attack event in a couple of days and want to get whats available.

Thanks
Yousif

[swexlin]

Many of us had have these replaced already the Gen 5 - been an issue for years in these cars. My tech says he's been replacing them since at least 1994! See my "oil spot on floor" thread here. No big deal if you have to wait to have it done. They seep slowly, it's not a catastrophic issue - you can drive your car.

I had them fixed under warranty, but some have upgraded to aftermarket, as the OEM will eventually leak again. So, you're call. A few threads on here about aftermarket lines I think,

[GTSilver]

Many of us had have these replaced already the Gen 5 - been an issue for years in these cars. My tech says he's been replacing them since at least 1994! See my "oil spot on floor" thread here. No big deal if you have to wait to have it done. They seep slowly, it's not a catastrophic issue - you can drive your car.

I look up your thread. I'm not worrying about street driving, I mainly use it on the track and have a competition event in a couple of days and don't want to miss it for an oil leak and cause a bigger oil leak on a road course.

[KB Viper]

Mine leaked, were replaced under warranty and 6 months later were leaking again. mine are now being replaced with custom lines from Nth Moto

[SADVIPER]

Yousef,
I believe you can go to the track if it is not a major leak and only stains near the filter. They only seap a bit when the car is off, once you start it the pressure will seal the hose fit.
It is a known OEM issue and you should replace them later. If I were you I'd check my oil level after each session and keep am eye on my pressure gages, put a lil bit more and keep a can in the garage. It should be fine from what I heared and I've ran mine for many miles after noticing that leak until I had it replaced.

All the best.

[sharmut]

My originals leaked and went with OEM for warranty reasons. May go with the set from Viper Specialty Performance, when it leaks again. Call Dan @ Viper Specialty Performance and see if he has some in stock and overnight a set. There is also JTSVP in North Carolina.

[Viper Specialty]

We offer FIVE different oil line versions, nearly always in stock in every variation!

Nobody else offers the selection of oil lines that we do. Or gaskets. Or PCM's and other electronics for that matter, haha.

[GTSilver]

Yousef,
I believe you can go to the track if it is not a major leak and only stains near the filter. They only seap a bit when the car is off, once you start it the pressure will seal the hose fit.
It is a known OEM issue and you should replace them later. If I were you I'd check my oil level after each session and keep am eye on my pressure gages, put a lil bit more and keep a can in the garage. It should be fine from what I heared and I've ran mine for many miles after noticing that leak until I had it replaced.

All the best.

Saud, I know i can still use the car but don't want to risk ruining my weekend on track to be honest and I don't like taking short cuts so I'll order a set from Dan at VSP. When are you back home ? Will you make it to gulf run ?

Thanks

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My originals leaked and went with OEM for warranty reasons. May go with the set from Viper Specialty Performance, when it leaks again. Call Dan @ Viper Specialty Performance and see if he has some in stock and overnight a set. There is also JTSVP in North Carolina.

Placing an order with Dan ,thanks.

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We offer FIVE different oil line versions, nearly always in stock in every variation!

Nobody else offers the selection of oil lines that we do. Or gaskets. Or PCM's and other electronics for that matter, haha.

Hi Dan,

Just saw your email and replied back.

Thanks

[donk_316]

$374 for $150 bucks worth of fittings (4 aeroquip?) and a couple feet of hose you can get from any speed shop... cmon.

Someone send me a set of leaking hoses and I'll make a list of what you would need to replace them.

[Dman]

Viper Specialty is the way to go. Beautiful look and solves the problem, period. This has been an issue forever with vipers, I've used VS lines and couldn't believe the quality and never leak again, only down side, is that you'll want them to show more because they look so cool. Just make sure they're installed right and the dealer doesn't tear up the fitting with pliers or the wrong tool if you go VS.

[mamba184]

We offer FIVE different oil line versions, nearly always in stock in every variation!

Nobody else offers the selection of oil lines that we do. Or gaskets. Or PCM's and other electronics for that matter, haha.

I had the Viper Specialty oil cooler lines installed on my Gen 3 last fall and couldn't be happier. Dan went above and beyond to ensure I received them in time for my scheduled service appointment. I ordered the ones with the quick disconnect on the engine side (only) which greatly simplified installation.

I'd definitely recommend Viper Specialty's oil cooler lines to anyone in the market.

[Steve-Indy]

By far, the majority of "leaking oil lines" that I have seen on Gen III, Gen IV, and a couple of Gen V Vipers are actually leaking connectors. Dozens of these have been replaced with new OEM connectors only to leak again.

I am curious...are the posters above seeing the leak in the actual hose or at the connector ?? Are you sure ??

Bottom line, fix once with line choices from Dan.

[swexlin]

Pretty sure with mine it was at the connector. Jeff (my tech) showed me the old lines, and you could see the oil at the connector crimps.

[mjorgensen]

Dan's lines are the only way to go unless you like to keep replacing them ;-)