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[stuntman]

Thanks for the article, stuntman!

I'm glad you liked it

[ViperDrive97]

Awesome!!! Thank you for the great content!

[My98RT10]

I really dig this project, great work!! Regarding the coolant, I think that all Gen II Vipers came with the green coolant from the factory, not the orange one as outlined in the article. So, it has been changed previously...

[stuntman]

Awesome!!! Thank you for the great content!

Thanks for the feedback!

I really dig this project, great work!! Regarding the coolant, I think that all Gen II Vipers came with the green coolant from the factory, not the orange one as outlined in the article. So, it has been changed previously...

Thanks for the kind words. Interesting on the coolant, especially given this car's extremely low mileage and extensive service history, which didn't mention it. Can anyone else confirm Gen-2s factory fill was green?

[Fatboy 18]

Original Gen 2 MOPAR coolant was Green with a 2 year lifespan

[stuntman]

Hey guys, the next installment of Project Viper is up:

It's Currently on the MotoIQ.com home page but you can find it at: MotoIQ.com > Projects > Dodge > Viper GTS


Project Viper: Part 14 – Maintenance: Swaybar Bushings, Ball Joints and Boots

"Time takes its toll on rubber. We replace the old and hardened swaybar bushings, ball joints, and boots on our low-mileage 1997 Viper."


In the article:
-Removing the Balljoints, Swaybar End Links, and Swaybar Bushings
-Installing new components
-NanoPro MT Marine Grease



Enjoy!

[stuntman]

The next installment is up. It's Currently on the MotoIQ.com home page but you can find it at: MotoIQ.com > Projects > Dodge > Viper GTS


Project VIPER GTS: Part 13 – Lowering the car with KW coilovers

"2nd Generation Vipers desperately need to be lowered. We accomplished this with a set of coilovers from KW Suspension. The Viper’s stock suspension is actually quite good. The ride quality is comfortable enough to live with every day, there is not much body roll, and the handling is predictable and feels like a big Miata in character."

In the article:
-Video demonstration of the Viper's handling and balance.
-Removing the factory suspension
-Installing the KW V2 Coilovers




Project VIPER GTS: Part 12 – Replacing The Fluids

"It’s always important to routinely replace the fluids in a car, even if it has low mileage. We went through our 1997 Dodge Viper with less than 10K miles on the odometer to keep it in top-shape and see what age does to a car’s fluids."

In the article:
Replacing the and discussing which fluid should be used for the car:
-Transmission
-Differential
-Coolant
-Engine Oil
-Brake Fluid
-Clutch Fluid

[stuntman]

Remember, you need to go to MotoIQ's website and look at the recent articles, or go to PROJECT -> DODGE -> VIPER to see all of the articles.

[James]

Love your articles, and happy to see project Viper is not done yet.

How do you like the KW V2 compared to the stock suspension? I'm asking as my GTS came already equipped with the KW V2 and I find it quite "bumpy" and harsh, but have yet to drive a GTS with any other suspension tuning, or stock for that matter.

[stuntman]

Love your articles, and happy to see project Viper is not done yet.

How do you like the KW V2 compared to the stock suspension? I'm asking as my GTS came already equipped with the KW V2 and I find it quite "bumpy" and harsh, but have yet to drive a GTS with any other suspension tuning, or stock for that matter.

How low is your car?

Look into the rear wheel and try to have a look at the bumpstop. It's possible your car is sitting on the bump stop like mine were and need to be cut down (in half) to give you some/more travel before hitting the bump stop. This makes a world of a difference.

[James]

Thanks a lot for your feedback and your input. Not too low I'd say:

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But that's already quite a bit lower than original.

Put the Viper into hibernation for the winter, but I'll put a reminder on her to have that bumpstop thing looked into in Spring. Good input!!

[stuntman]

I'd bet it's sitting on the bump stop. Cut them in half front and rear, then report back.

[James]

Thanks, will do in Spring when the car is back on the road. It's not registered over Winter, meaning I can't drive to the shop right now.

[stuntman]

The next installment of Project Viper GTS is live on MotoIQ.com home page but you can find it at: MotoIQ.com > Projects > Dodge > Viper GTS


Project Viper: Part 15 – Fixing the Factory Brake Bias

"Non-ABS equipped Gen-2 Vipers have terrible brake bias. We install new rear calipers with larger pistons to improve the brake bias and stopping performance of our Viper. We also upgrade the pads and install stainless steel brake lines from Stoptech."

In the article:
-Removing the original rear calipers and installing the larger Tom's 40mm rear caliper.
-Replacing the factory brake lines with Stainless Steel lines from Stoptech
-Upgrading the brake pads front and rear (there's a VERY high performing and inexpensive front pad for the car. If you know where to look...)




Enjoy!

[stuntman]

The next installment of Project Viper GTS is live on MotoIQ.com home page but you can find it at: MotoIQ.com > Projects > Dodge > Viper GTS


Project Viper: Part 16 – Forgeline VX1-6 Wheels and Michelin Super Sport Tires

"Fresh performance tires are crucial for keeping Vipers safe and predictable. We upgrade our Viper with Forgeline’s Monoblock VX1-6 wheels wrapped in new Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires.."

In the article:
-Forgeline VX1-6 Wheel
-Michelin Pilot Super Sport tire insight
-History and insight on the Gen-3 Michelin Pilot Sport P2 "C1" (Bespoke Viper) tire.
-Removing old Forgeline GA3R-6 wheels and PS2 C1 tires.
-Installing new Forgeline VX1-6 wheels and PSS tires.





Enjoy!

[98RedGTS]

Those are nice. About how much will they set the average person back?

[Dwhite24]

The next installment of Project Viper GTS is live on MotoIQ.com home page but you can find it at: MotoIQ.com > Projects > Dodge > Viper GTS


Project Viper: Part 15 – Fixing the Factory Brake Bias

"Non-ABS equipped Gen-2 Vipers have terrible brake bias. We install new rear calipers with larger pistons to improve the brake bias and stopping performance of our Viper. We also upgrade the pads and install stainless steel brake lines from Stoptech."

In the article:
-Removing the original rear calipers and installing the larger Tom's 40mm rear caliper.
-Replacing the factory brake lines with Stainless Steel lines from Stoptech
-Upgrading the brake pads front and rear (there's a VERY high performing and inexpensive front pad for the car. If you know where to look...)




Enjoy!

Where did you find a set of Tom's?

[usmcfieldmp]

Where did you find a set of Tom's?

Check here; these posts were made 1 year ago:

Try Rick Shaefer. His email is ricks40mm at hotmail dot com. I'm not sure he is still doing this. The upgrade is a definite positive. It reduces that front dive as well as the stopping distance by 20-30 ft.

Yes I am still doing these.
Email above is correct. Thanks!

https://driveviper.com/forums/thread...s-40mm-brakes/