Viper RT-10 V10-8.0L VIN E (1997)
14.
Tack weld the differential bracket into position (Figure 29). Recheck the bracket location and adjust if necessary.
15.
Weld all sides of the new differential bracket to the reinforcement plate (top, bottom, front, and sides). Weld the top tab of the bracket to the top of
the frame rail.
16.
Apply a weld where the backside of the differential bracket meets the bottom of the frame rail (Figure 30).
17.
Install the gusset bracket (Figure 31) to the underside of the frame rail and position the gusset against the back of the differential mounting bracket.
Weld all areas where the gusset bracket meets the frame rail and differential bracket.
NOTE:
The lower rear side of the gusset bracket, when installation the correct position, will not be in contact with the frame or differential bracket.
18.
Straighten (if necessary) the toe link bracket and weld it to the side of the differential bracket (Figure 29). If the toe link is severely damaged
continue with Section "J. - Replace Rear Toe Link Bracket."
19.
Clean all weld areas and apply zinc rich primer to all new welds and bare metal.
20.
After the zinc rich primer is dry, apply black spray paint to cover the zinc rich primer applied in Step 19.
21.
Continue with Section "K - Install Fuel Tank - Roadster" or Section "L - Install Fuel Tank - Coupe"
