New Track Viper

ForceFed4g63 · 03-19-2013, 09:03 AM

Pretty Badass:

Chrysler's high performance SRT division has unveiled an even more track focused version of the recently reborn Viper coupe. Powered by the same 640 hp, 600 lb-ft torque 8.4-liter V10 as the rest of the lineup, the Viper TA (Time Attack) gets an updated suspension featuring adjustable dampers with settings for Smooth and Rough surfaces, retuned springs, new stabilizer bars and a carbon fiber x-brace under the hood to stiffen the chassis.

The brakes have been updated for better heat management, and a new carbon fiber front splitter and rear spoiler were added for improved aerodynamics.

The changes add up to a new production car lap record at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca. If you want to try to beat it yourself, empty your Cypriot bank account and get your order in soon. SRT is building just 33 Viper TAs in Crusher Orange paint for $120,500 a pop starting this fall.

RoadconeTuning · 03-19-2013, 09:12 AM

i wondered what they would do after they go stomped by the zr1 lol

GreebeanZ28 · 03-19-2013, 09:24 AM

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Originally Posted by RoadconeTuning

i wondered what they would do after they go stomped by the zr1 lol

Zactly what I thought.

FRDnemesis · 03-19-2013, 10:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Harry

Stomped is kinda of a strong word for what happened. But yes it got beat by the ZR1. I like both cars, but have always liked the looks of the Viper more because it is different.

At 2 seconds a lap faster; in road course racing, that is more appropriately called "monkey stomped". In 2.5 laps, the vette wouldn't even be visible to the viper.

Pesce Nero · 03-19-2013, 12:48 PM

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Originally Posted by FRDnemesis

At 2 seconds a lap faster; in road course racing, that is more appropriately called "monkey stomped". In 2.5 laps, the vette wouldn't even be visible to the viper.

Oh, you mean when the ZR1 was on race tires and the Viper was on all season's? that test? lol

btw, my Challenger "monkey stomped" your vette at a red light. could have been the tires though

Darryl Buckner · 03-19-2013, 01:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Pesce Nero

Oh, you mean when the ZR1 was on race tires and the Viper was on all season's? that test? lol

btw, my Challenger "monkey stomped" your vette at a red light. could have been the tires though

FRDnemesis · 03-19-2013, 01:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Pesce Nero

Oh, you mean when the ZR1 was on race tires and the Viper was on all season's? that test? lol

btw, my Challenger "monkey stomped" your vette at a red light. could have been the tires though

ZR1 on factory tires/Viper on factory tires........... Anything else is monkey with a dremel.

our cars are not apples to apples comparisons in any category. I'd monkey stomp you in the turns and you'd return the favor in the 1320.

we can pro/con all day

the undisputable fact is that the ZR1 was on a factory optioned "street tire".

Oh, something just dawned on my Ray; you're a mopar fan............ now I understand.

BIRDMAN · 03-19-2013, 01:17 PM

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Originally Posted by FRDnemesis

ZR1 on factory tires/Viper on factory tires........... Anything else is monkey with a dremel.

our cars are not apples to apples comparisons in any category. I'd monkey stomp you in the turns and you'd return the favor in the 1320.

we can pro/con all day

the undisputable fact is that the ZR1 was on a factory optioned "street tire".

Don't forget that the ZR1 was a ringer because it came factory equipped with a Trunk Monkey and dremel.

Pesce Nero · 03-19-2013, 01:28 PM

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Originally Posted by FRDnemesis

ZR1 on factory tires/Viper on factory tires........... Anything else is monkey with a dremel.

our cars are not apples to apples comparisons in any category. I'd monkey stomp you in the turns and you'd return the favor in the 1320.

we can pro/con all day

the undisputable fact is that the ZR1 was on a factory optioned "street tire".

Oh, something just dawned on my Ray; you're a mopar fan............ now I understand.

it has nothing to do with me being a mopar fan, I didn't say anything when that video of the viper getting "monkey stomped" when it was posted.

I just thought I would have fun with your remark you made.

and here is the deal on the tires on the ZR1s

copy and pasted

Specific to the ZR1, the 285/30-19 front and 335/25-20 rear tires use a different compound from that of the normal PS2s (which can also be found on the 2009 Cadillac CTS-V), designed to deliver ultimate track performance while retaining the ability to last for 20,000 miles of road use. We're guessing burnouts may reduce their life expectancy substantially.

BIRDMAN · 03-19-2013, 01:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Pesce Nero

Oh, you mean when the ZR1 was on race tires and the Viper was on all season's? that test? lol

btw, my Challenger "monkey stomped" your vette at a red light. could have been the tires though

I thought the ZR1 was on production tires.

Put that FastNFurious Challenger up against his vette on a roadcourse if you want to use that analogy correctly, given this context. But even then it will be incorrect since it's supposed to be between stock production cars.

Pesce Nero · 03-19-2013, 01:30 PM

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Originally Posted by BIRDMAN

I thought the ZR1 was on production tires.

Put that FastNFurious Challenger up against his vette on a roadcourse if you want to use that analogy correctly, given this context. But even then it will be incorrect since it's supposed to be between stock production cars.

I cant. its sold

put those race tires on the Viper and I would like to see what happens

jmd · 03-19-2013, 09:34 AM

still is perty.

RoadconeTuning · 03-19-2013, 09:53 AM

i wonder if its got michelin pilot sport cup 2's on it or not...

REDRAGTOPRS · 03-19-2013, 10:02 AM

I like! I have pilot sport cup II's on the front of the T/A. Awesome tires!

GreebeanZ28 · 03-19-2013, 11:24 AM

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Originally Posted by RoadconeTuning

i wonder if its got michelin pilot sport cup 2's on it or not...

I think the Viper guys have some dealio with Pirelli.

LXtasy · 03-19-2013, 10:34 AM

Srt-4 inspired seats?

ForceFed4g63 · 03-19-2013, 10:44 AM

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Originally Posted by LXtasy

Srt-4 inspired seats?

04ctd · 03-19-2013, 11:44 AM

looks like a two part jelly bean, or mabye a skittle.

oddly disconjuctive shape. like two lumps lumped together at the back of the bowl.

BIRDMAN · 03-19-2013, 12:13 PM

Has Laguna Seca become our Nurburgring?

RoadconeTuning · 03-19-2013, 12:23 PM

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Originally Posted by BIRDMAN

Has Laguna Seca become our Nurburgring?

Basically... but the ring is currently for sale... I hope someone buys it and keeps it public.

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ForceFed4g63 Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Aiken Posts: 7,002	New Track Viper Pretty Badass: Chrysler's high performance SRT division has unveiled an even more track focused version of the recently reborn Viper coupe. Powered by the same 640 hp, 600 lb-ft torque 8.4-liter V10 as the rest of the lineup, the Viper TA (Time Attack) gets an updated suspension featuring adjustable dampers with settings for Smooth and Rough surfaces, retuned springs, new stabilizer bars and a carbon fiber x-brace under the hood to stiffen the chassis. The brakes have been updated for better heat management, and a new carbon fiber front splitter and rear spoiler were added for improved aerodynamics. The changes add up to a new production car lap record at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca. If you want to try to beat it yourself, empty your Cypriot bank account and get your order in soon. SRT is building just 33 Viper TAs in Crusher Orange paint for $120,500 a pop starting this fall. __________________ 2000 WS6 2005 CTS-V 2004 Titan QC 4x4

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