SRT Engineer Chat HERE on September 19th!

[SRT Engineers]

When will the 2008 sales brochures be available at the dealers?

A letter is going out to dealers on Monday with a sample of the brochure asking for them to put in their orders. You should be seeing them soon.

[CitySnake]

Originally Posted by Y2K5SRT

I suspect they are furiously typing out the answers as we refresh our browsers. Now if they were marketing guys they would be sipping a double latté just daring somebody to ask another question...

Signed, VCA Marketing Director

[SRT Engineers]

I suspect they are furiously typing out the answers as we refresh our browsers. Now if they were marketing guys they would be sipping a double latté just daring somebody to ask another question...

Hey easy there. I'm trying to fight my way in for some of the pizza.

[SRT Engineers]

Seeing as how Autoweek let the cat out of the bag on the ACR version - perhaps we can get "the rest of the story"? Or is that top secret future product?

We were as surprised as anyone. We have no idea what they're talking about.....call their editor......

[MTGTS]

From post #2

3) Many of us are running aftermarket computer programs in the car for added power. I am running DC Performance programming. Aside from the performance tuning, this programming adjusts the temperature of the car by regulating the fan as well as utilizing a 180 degree Thermostat. Car runs great and is much cooler. With the added performance and cooler temps, it was my favorite mod. My question is - with the engine running cooler, are there any concerns especially when driving the car in the cold months?

[SRT Engineers]

Anonymous - We have heard that headers and exhaust will let the new heads breathe to their potential that is currently being held back by the EPA restrictions. Would an additional computer flash be required since the air flow is increased both ways? Or would the headers and exhaust be plug and play without additional work? And what kind of flywheel horsepower can be expected with those mods?

Mopar is working on something. Stay tuned.

[SRT Engineers]

rcl4668 1) Any updated information on the availability of the Mopar Cold Air Intake featured on the 675 hp Viper Concept Coupe?

Sorry, nothing new to add.

[SRT Engineers]

Tony Spina - I have an 06 coupe, I read on a post that in order to go to the PS2s instead of the run flats, the suspension has to be redone or reset. is that true? And will the shop know what has to be done and to what specifications that you the SRT engineers require? I dont like messing with something highly educated engineers have found to work best. Or am I just better off keeping the runflats because the 06s are set up for them ? Is there a real improvement?

The '03-'06 suspension was tuned around the PS1 runflats. The new tuning is integral with the tires for the '08 improvements. If you do part of the changes, you will get part of the benefit. SRT Vehicle Dynamics recommends going all the way to the '08 suspension setup if you want to run the new tires. This means '08 springs, shocks, alignment, and rear swaybar. Michelin has told us Viper spec runflat PS1 will be made for quite a few years for you guys to have replacements.

[Paul Ronald]

Nader (several questions) - 1) I am curious to get your opinion on "real world" servicing of the Viper fluids. While I know what the manual says, I am curious to get you opinion on changing the fluids for a 2004 with 15,000 miles and driven about 4,000 miles a year. Take into consideration that I run two track events a year. It is in NY and driven in the Winter when possible.

I would like your recommendations on changing the following fluids as if it were your own car.
Oil
Tranny
Coolant
Brake
Rear diff

And thanks for visiting with us!
PBR

[SRT Engineers]

The new Michelin Pilot Sport PS2s were specifically designed for the 08 Viper, which has increased camber 1.4 degrees front and rear. Since these new tires are not runflats what does SRT recommend for replacing 2003 runflats?

Runflats and non-runflats are totally different animals. Michelin has assured us they will continue to make the PS1 Viper spec runflats into the future.

[SRT Engineers]

viperjim - I think we were expecting a bigger blow out of the Corvette Z06 by the 2008 600 HP Viper. Most of the magazines have the Viper beating the Z06 by only a tenth in the 1/4 mile. With 95 more horsepower I would have expected a much stronger showing even though the Viper weighs 300 lbs more. Any thoughts?

That comparison turned out a little different when we ran the two cars! Wait until you see some real world match-ups....

[SuperBird4404BBL]

I have an `06 Coupe. All four of the sensors in my rims that monitor the air pressure went bad. The dealer told me that if I let the car sit for a month or two they will go bad again. Is there anything that can be done to prevent this (besides driving the car). With winter coming this is a concern.

[SRT Engineers]

Stock rear gear ratios. It would seem the 3.07 is used for optimal fuel economy, but many here feel that shorter gears, e.g. 3.33 or 3.55, provide better street drivability and performance. Is there other performance rationale for the 3.07 ratio that has been overlooked?

We strive to get the best balance between performance and economy. Remember we have to maximize performance on the EPA test cycle because that can mean $ in your pocket...of course 1/4mile is where it's at for us.......

[SRT Engineers]

bluesboy - This might seem like a simple question but the service person at the Dodge dealership put 11 quarts of oil instead of 10 when I had the oil changed. Should I just leave it alone or go back and have the extra quart removed. I have a 2004 SRT.

Chances are the added oil isn't going to hurt your vehicle as an everyday driver. However, if you race your car you may notice a slight difference in performance from the increased windage.

[SRT Engineers]

Will There Be A Heat Issue In The 08 ?? How Long Until They Build Violet ??

You will see an improvement regarding heat. The louvers have been moved forward on the hood and the cross over exhaust has been replaced with straight side out exhaust.
The Violet paint option will be out later this year.