better to get cometic's. small compression bump. you will notice the difference.
Need a new head gasket...
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DAMN! this thread bothers me! the head gaskets are not a problem on these trucks! If the engine overheated it could have a cracked head . be prepared! something is amiss!
mikeH
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Well I am happy to say that the engine NEVER overheated, as a matter of fact, it has never run even hotter than normal. Though, I've only driven it <20 miles in 5 mile intervals since the leak became noticeable. They're diving into the engine sometime next week, I'm just as curious as all of you. But that's two reputable shops that aren't linked and I didn't tell the second shop anything whatsoever-and they told me it was a leak near the 10th cyl.
trussman
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See this. Just posted. http://www.vtcoa.com/forums/f14/head-gaskets-springs-cam-sale-59156/
mikeH
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but those aren't gen 4 thickness correct??
VENOMOUS1 RACING
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You are correct Mike. Those are not what you desire sir :burnout:
mikeH
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I pm'd u scott
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Do i have to have new head bolts?? If so, how about these?
2004 Dodge Viper Cylinder Head Bolt - Auto Parts Warehouse
Felpro Cylinder Head BoltPart Number: FPES72209 Manufacturer Number: ES72209 .
Felpro Cylinder Head Bolt Felpro Cylinder Head Bolt
$45.99
List Price: $54.27
Availability: In Stock
FELPRO CYLINDER HEAD BOLT SET -- Includes head bolts with washers; A complete set of the highest quality head bolts and hardened washers; Cold formed to ensure molecular integrity; Heat treated prior to thread rolling and machining; Its reduced diameter bolt heads eliminate the need for valve train removal and facilitate cylinder head re-torquing; With 1-year Felpro limited warranty.
Fit Note: Car
Product Fit: Direct fit
Quantity Sold: Set
Anticipated Ship Out Time: 1-2 business days
Fits the following 2004 Dodge Viper submodels:
2004: SRT-10; 10 Cyl 8.3L; "GAS, FI, Naturally Aspirated, VIN Z"
2004 Dodge Viper Cylinder Head Bolt - Auto Parts Warehouse
Felpro Cylinder Head BoltPart Number: FPES72209 Manufacturer Number: ES72209 .
Felpro Cylinder Head Bolt Felpro Cylinder Head Bolt
$45.99
List Price: $54.27
Availability: In Stock
FELPRO CYLINDER HEAD BOLT SET -- Includes head bolts with washers; A complete set of the highest quality head bolts and hardened washers; Cold formed to ensure molecular integrity; Heat treated prior to thread rolling and machining; Its reduced diameter bolt heads eliminate the need for valve train removal and facilitate cylinder head re-torquing; With 1-year Felpro limited warranty.
Fit Note: Car
Product Fit: Direct fit
Quantity Sold: Set
Anticipated Ship Out Time: 1-2 business days
Fits the following 2004 Dodge Viper submodels:
2004: SRT-10; 10 Cyl 8.3L; "GAS, FI, Naturally Aspirated, VIN Z"
VENOMOUS1 RACING
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Yes indeed use new head bolts sir! I'll check on those as well for ya.
I sell the Gen4 set for $206 plus shipping
mikeH
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I didn't see it on your site...but I PM'd u as well Justin
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If you are going to use a different thickness headgasket (Gen IV), then its recommended that you mill the intake side accordingly. Its a small enough difference that it increases compression, but also creates an offset at the intake-to-head interface. It "not" necessary, but it helps maintain the OEM port matching. Any quality performance shop that decks heads will also deck the intake.
Just food for thought.
mikeH
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Well, after investigation, the ONLY thing that the mechanic could find, was that the 10th bolt was not as tight as all the rest. When he checked everything for trueness, he said that he lays some tool across the surface, takes 3 measurements, adds and then divides by three, and it has to be below a certain number, annnnnd he said he couldn't even get a measurement off of mine because they were that perfectly true!!! Have to say I'm amazed! Can't wait to have it back. Should be this week hopefully!!!! :burnout::burnout::burnout:
fastestbrickonearth
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Cool homie glad to hear your gonna be getting it back
mikeH
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Thanks! Im getting anxious to say the least!! Looking to have it remote tuned first week of march if all goes well!
trussman
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Very glad you found someone who knows their stuff and that it was basically nothing major.
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Very interesting..
I say this because right after Christmas I began a heads project on my truck.. when removing the head bolts I noticed the one behind the alternator, but under the valve cover was loose when compared to all the others..
Mine is also an 04.. might not be a bad idea for guys to start checking thier head bolts..
I say this because right after Christmas I began a heads project on my truck.. when removing the head bolts I noticed the one behind the alternator, but under the valve cover was loose when compared to all the others..
Mine is also an 04.. might not be a bad idea for guys to start checking thier head bolts..
That is a great idea!! Wouldn't take much to check them
So in other words someone forgot to tighten the same bolt on a bunch of these, so much for Viper quality control, oil lines, ps lines, balancer bolts, head bolts, coils and wires under the intake, weak valve springs/pushrods, ps pumps, hydraulic cooling fan, poor clutch hydraulics..................................................lions and tigers and bears, OH MY!!!!
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