Pics of my new to me launch edition and upcoming mods

[Robbys3m3]

I figured I'd do a quick intro. I'm new to the viper world but appreciate all I've learned so far here and am a lover of cars. I've always loved them but hadn't yet found the right car at the right time. Last week a 10k miles launch edition showed up in Texas and I flew down this week and drove it back. I've been stuck on the blue/white scheme b/c I've always felt its a classic viper look. The car is super clean so I took it straight to my PPF guy for a typical front clip PPF package and 20% window tint....I'm happy with how both turned out. Next week the plan is to install:

-lowering caps
-clear front reflectors
-Forgestar CF5V wheels in 19" (thanks nineball!)
-some sort of exhaust modification...im thinking just a HF cat package for now as the heat is a little crazy

The only items I want to address on the car are (and as I search more it seems fairly common) torn triangle pads on behind the a-pillars next to the side mirrors. I've searched but can't seem to find the part number for just the triangle seals...if anyone has that handy I would appreciate it.

I'd love to see what others have done to their launch editions and look forward to being a part of the forum.

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[AbsolutHank]

Awesome! I’m actually picking up my Launch Edition tomorrow. I’m doing similiar modifications

[Robbys3m3]

Awesome! I’m actually picking up my Launch Edition tomorrow. I’m doing similiar modifications

Nice!!! Can't wait to see it

[ssjcreeper]

Congrats and welcome! PPF and seat lowering kit are the only mod I've done to my LE, but I've been contemplating lowers caps and wheels. Be sure to post some pics when you get those Forgestar's mounted up.

[Fatman2006]

WHAAAT that car is sick! You're definitely going to need to eat a lot of oatmeal!

[Robbys3m3]

Thanks for the compliments!

[ForTehNguyen]

welcome to the snake pit...again? GT350R in the background

highly recommend the bellanger exhaust for the HF cats to get rid of the side sill heat and get much better looking exhaust tips

[Tunedprt91]

Congrats! I'm hoping to be able to make the same post in the coming months as I'm looking for a LE myself. Is your car #90 by chance?

[outnumbered]

Love that color combo!

[ACRSNK]

Congrats and welcome! Can't go wrong with a Launch Edition. Is that your GT350R in the background?

[Robbys3m3]

Thanks guys! Yes it's a gt350r...love that car also and daily it. I've been looking at the belanger stuff so thanks for that advice. I believe my car is number 74.

[ACRSNK]

Damn!....Just saw your signature. You have some really nice rides! Well done!

[dev]

You're in Tulsa, right?? Your username looks familiar..I think I remember you back on M3Post! Congrats on the new car! Hope to see it in person soon!

[Quasar Z]

I have had my Launch Edition for about 1.5 years and still love it! Mine has a bunch of modifications but I think I may finally be done (it was between going back to stock and twin turbos, so I settled in the middle). It has lowering caps, wheel spacers, matte Sidewinder II’s as well as A&C Performance heads and cam. The car pulls hard and turns heads with the lopey cam. Usually I only keep cars for a year or two but I think this one will stay for a while.
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[Lost me beer]

Congrats, looks great! Did u get this from a dealer in Houston (autonation?!) by chance? If so, it is the one my buddy went out to see a while back.
Troy

[Robbys3m3]

I have had my Launch Edition for about 1.5 years and still love it! Mine has a bunch of modifications but I think I may finally be done (it was between going back to stock and twin turbos, so I settled in the middle). It has lowering caps, wheel spacers, matte Sidewinder II’s as well as A&C Performance heads and cam. The car pulls hard and turns heads with the lopey cam. Usually I only keep cars for a year or two but I think this one will stay for a while.
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That looks awesome!

[Robbys3m3]

Thanks for the posts everyone...yes I'm in tulsa. This car was bought in dallas.
Any input on the triangle sldoor seals by chance?

[Nine Ball]

Congrats again Robby, and thanks for the business. I can't wait to see this car on the Forgestars.

Tony

[Purple Haze]

Sweet enjoy it!!!

[ForTehNguyen]

some other worthwhile mods:

Doug Shelby Engineering (DSE) Window Bosses - Common issue with the G5, the plastic bushings for the power windows are brittle and end up having power window noises and failures

DSE Intake Heat Shield - when you look in the engine bay you can see the radiator exhausts right on the intake box. Heat shield prevents a lot of heat soak and pulling of engine timing. Engine timing starts being pulled around 80 something degrees, doesnt take much.

Skip Shift Eliminator - you may encounter the stupid skip shift feature (for EPA purposes) when shifting 1->2 around 15-17 mph and under 20% throttle. I find this to be dangerous because its a loss of power at slow speeds and the person behind you may not react in time. Extremely easy to install. https://www.amazon.com/Muzzys-CAGS-S.../dp/B01AO328FW

[BDZ1984]

Congrats! Its the Best Color!

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[Robbys3m3]

^^great info above 2 posts and beautiful ride above!

[dirtyboot]

some other worthwhile mods:

Skip Shift Eliminator - you may encounter the stupid skip shift feature (for EPA purposes) when shifting 1->2 around 15-17 mph and under 20% throttle. I find this to be dangerous because its a loss of power at slow speeds and the person behind you may not react in time. Extremely easy to install. https://www.amazon.com/Muzzys-CAGS-S.../dp/B01AO328FW

If you plan to tune it later, either with a reflash or an arrow pcm, the tune can get rid of the skipshift as well, in addition to improving throttle response to the pedal input.

[Tunedprt91]

Thanks guys! Yes it's a gt350r...love that car also and daily it. I've been looking at the belanger stuff so thanks for that advice. I believe my car is number 74.

Cool, only reason I asked is because last week #90 popped up in Texas but has since disappeared. Enjoy your beauty!

[ClayR]

Beautiful!