Green With Envy 2009 SSG Coupe

[wakebum2507]

Didn't realize that you were a fellow software engineer What spring rates did you go with? Swift upgrade?

Yessir! app dev, ops dev, sec ops, and CISSP/CISA. Went with the standard springs and rates. figured if I ever wanted to really push the car, i'd being going to an MCS/Penske/Moton setup, but for the money, the BC setup is great for cruising and spirited driving.

i've heard good things about the custom JRI stuff that lots of the optima street series guys race, but for that 4500+ at my cost, i'd just go with something proven.

[viperBase1]

I've heard the belanger full systems created some drone, which would annoy me if I was going on road trips, or things like that, but that's honestly not what this car will be used for.

just waiting on the ACRX ECU now, then need to get the UDP put on and she'll be good to go.

Proven formula.

Exactly the way to view the Belanger system.
Absolutely awesome, but the drone can be fatiguing after a while.

Please-o-Please share the details of the Belanger install.

[mattssg]

Congratulations on the car!

[wakebum2507]

Proven formula.

Exactly the way to view the Belanger system.
Absolutely awesome, but the drone can be fatiguing after a while.

Please-o-Please share the details of the Belanger install.

I'll be sharing the photos, tips/tricks, and stories of bloodied knuckles, but they will not be MY knuckles.

I'm paying a local shop that does most of the LS work here in OKC to do the install. I had originally intended to do the install myself, but after years of doing my own work on the big builds, i've decided to outsource.

some photos of the past builds:
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Previous Viper ownership

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On Forgelines:

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and on SW2's....

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[viperBase1]

I'll be sharing the photos, tips/tricks, and stories of bloodied knuckles, but they will not be MY knuckles.
I'm paying a local shop that does most of the LS work here in OKC to do the install. I had originally intended to do the install myself, but after years of doing my own work on the big builds, i've decided to outsource.

Ha! I'm a member of the Busted Knuckle Club
Great place where I have access to a Lift, a complete set of tools AND they brew their own beer.

some photos of the past builds:

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Cute. Did it say "To Punish and Enslave" on the quarter panels.

Makes The Orange Lure hungry for a snack. She's had many of those in between lunch and dinner.
Most of the time they just slide off the road in an uncontrolled fit.

Previous Viper ownership

On Forgelines:
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and on SW2's....
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Sweet!
Not sure which wheels I like better. Both work well with the color and flow of the car.

[wakebum2507]

Got a few more parts in the mail today to get to my 600WHP goal for this car.

-Gen V Intake manifold
-Doug Shelby Engineering Torque limiters

14lbs lighter and constructed from composite, I can already tell this is going to keep the IAT's cooler over time, and increase flow.

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[wakebum2507]

Last piece of the puzzle came in today -

Gen IV Race Engine Controller. A few benefits:

-Improved throttle response and feel and a more aggressive pedal map
-Misfire monitor disabled which will allow use of other engine and driveline changes without false misfire detection
-Airflow rationality monitor disabled which will allow changes to air cleaners, ducts and filters, hood scoop and other inlet side modifications without limp-out
-Temperature rationality disabled to prevent MIL’s due to changes to the cooling system, oil cooler or oiling system
-Leak detection system disabled to allow use of fuel cells without LDP MIL’s
-Rev limit increased to 6600 rpm for track use
-More aggressive exhaust note on deceleration (i.e. popping)
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I also grabbed some oil for the first change, 15w-50 Full Synthetic, per a number of threads on this forum and others.
Picked up some 5w-20 for the Grand Cherokee while I was at it. its kinda nice not having to buy specialty oil for once! Thank Walmart.

Full exhaust is going on over the weekend, so I'll be sharing some of the install photos when that gets done.

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[wakebum2507]

Well, the exhaust is on, and what a difference it makes. The car finally sounds like a sports car!

Its hard to describe, and I know that everyone says "you've gotta hear it in person", but wow, what a change.

Out with the old...


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In with the new!

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While I was tinkering with the car, I decided now was as good of a time as any to get the new intake on. After some investigating, the old one came right off, and the new one was set into place.

I also added smooth tubes, mostly for aesthetic purposes. Some say they pick up 5WHP, but I haven't personally seen any engineering data to back this up.
(I do think it cleans up the look, however)

[wakebum2507]

Decided to get with it since i'm about done with the bolt-ons, and install a catch can, seeing how much some people are pulling out of theirs, and the amount of blow-by some of you are getting.

Install wasn't bad, minus the elbows and having to take the airbox and smooth tubes on and off to get the routing right.

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[Gen3CoupeTX]

I've enjoyed following this thread. Thanks for sharing!!

[Steve M]

Keep an eye on those factory oil cooler lines...it's not a matter of if, but when they'll start leaking on you. I think we sufficiently beat that dead horse in this thread:

https://driveviper.com/forums/thread...acement-Gen-IV

[wakebum2507]

Keep an eye on those factory oil cooler lines...it's not a matter of if, but when they'll start leaking on you. I think we sufficiently beat that dead horse in this thread:

https://driveviper.com/forums/thread...acement-Gen-IV

i definitely need to swap them. will be ordering JTSVP lines like I had on my Gen3, most likely.

[Steve M]

i definitely need to swap them. where's the best place to buy the replacements?

I got mine through Dan Lesser (Viper Specialty Performance): http://viperspecialtyperformance.com...roducts_id/196

He has lots of different versions available that incorporate quick disconnects, but the prices go up very quickly for the added convenience.

[Steve M]

i definitely need to swap them. will be ordering JTSVP lines like I had on my Gen3, most likely.

Those should work too. They use an adapter fitting (Dan's use hose ends that do not require an adapter), but as long as you are okay with the additional connection, it should work.

[Grimlock]

Where did you get that paint protection film I see on the fender in the picture of your exhaust work?

[viperBase1]

Sweet! Man you are wasting no time.
That looks so good.

Not sure how I feel about Smooth Tubes either (without boost). The throats are so big it doesn't seem like it'd make much difference.
I also want to believe the the corrugated tubes provide some kind of beneficial turbulence to the air flow on the margins of the input stream.
They look cool enough, but they don't rock my world.

Decided to get with it since i'm about done with the bolt-ons, and install a catch can, seeing how much some people are pulling out of theirs, and the amount of blow-by some of you are getting.

Install wasn't bad, minus the elbows and having to take the airbox and smooth tubes on and off to get the routing right.


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Good deal. I think every car should have an Oil Catch Can.
But the route of the input to the Can.. what source did you tap?


She's officially a green monster now.

I transfer to you, in whole and in part, my Trademark - SSG With Envy®

[wakebum2507]

@viperBase - I just went with the smooth tubes because I think they look a little cleaner. I’ve heard 5hp, but who really knows.

As far as the catch can, it’s the factory valve off the front of the passenger side valve cover. Into the can, then back out to the factory port on the air box. Seems to be working fine so far. Will put some mileage on it and check.

Did some spirited driving this morning, and the car is running great. Did some pulls to 140 or so, and realized I need to have it aligned after I played with the suspension. Scheduled for Monday morning!

[wakebum2507]

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[wakebum2507]

Doubt I see much from this, but adding the IPSCO UDP tonight, along with the k&n high flow air filter.
Headed to japan for 12 days, then she’s going on the dyno to see what my total pick-up is. Hoping for 585whp or so.

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Also finished my garage tile install, after fighting with my OCD, I decided on a pattern.

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Tucked away.

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[wakebum2507]

Had a local friend and professional do a full paint correction on the car over the last week. The paint wasn’t in bad shape, but I knew it could be better. It’s going to get a full Xpel front end, and side skirts, followed by one coat of gtechniq CSL, and two coats of gtechniq Evo V4.
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We had a short cruise over the weekend after cars and coffee, with a pretty good attendance.
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Shortly after, the weather turned really nice, and a local photographer wanted to shoot the car. Here’s a teaser.

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[wakebum2507]

Another quick update on some deliveries and power numbers.

Finally got back on a dyno, post mods. This is one of a few DJ’s in Okc, and I’ve been told this one reads low, but at least I got some numbers from this thing! She ended up putting down 571/566. I’m sure I could get some more power out of it with HP Tuners, but I’m happy with the way it drives and it feels strong.
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I didn’t have time before the dyno session, but I also got some DSE goodies in the mail, and installed.
You can really see the difference in thickness/insulation between the OEM and the moroso pieces.
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Lastly, got a delivery of my ceramic coating from my favorite detailing place: obsessed garage.
I went with the Gtechniq CSL and Evo V4. It’ll get the Xpel applied this week, then I’ll lay down the 1 coat of CSL, followed by 2 coats of EVO V4.
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[Steve M]

I can't remember...did you dyno before the mods?

[wakebum2507]

I did. It was on a mustang dyno, and did a 483, 485, and somehow managed a glory pull of 500.
After talking to some local friends here, the DJ I was just on reads low, so I think it would do 585+, on another dyno.

[Steve M]

Yeah, they all vary. If you take it to the 1/4 mile, the trap speeds will tell you all you need to know.

[viperBase1]

Sweet. Massive power band!