SRT Q&A Session: 5-16-2007

[SRTengineers]

Originally Posted by immo

Any updates on the Coolant gunk TSB on the SRT-8?

DOOD... READ POST #101.

[miccar]

Thank you for the reply. Is it normal for my coolant to reach temperatures of 230-235 degrees when driving in 55-60 degree weather?

[glhs837]

Originally Posted by SRTengineers

With that being said... if you have an SRT8 LX vehicle that was built in the second half of 2005 CY or 2006 CY, you should check your coolant bottle for abnormal coolant (i.e. cloudy, scuzzy, floaters, ammonia smell etc). If you find an issue, please take your car to the dealer and show them the previous post in the link above. When they call DCX, they will be told to perform a flush and fill and add an additive.


We've shown that the flush and fill when properly performed removes the majority of the solids and with new fluid fill, the system stabilizes.

Okay, so, is the recommended course of action if theres a reoccurance of solids a repeat of the flush and fill? Also, a lot of owners have reported that dealers are not able to get the recommended lube/protectant. Backordered. Any options/information for them?

I bought my own, but evidently, some places in the country, you just cant buy the Zerex stuff.

[SRTengineers]

Originally Posted by stealthsrt8

SRT-Engineers, would you confirm/deny/speculate on plans for the Challenger SRT? Engine Size? HP?

Well of course not. But quite frankly, there has been plenty of speculation already. If you are a true gearhead, I would suggest you pay close attention to this year's Woodward Dream Cruise.

[SRTengineers]

Originally Posted by Hemi31

Alot of guys are getting rid of the front end clunk by going with Coilovers.I have personally seen this on cars that I have done installs on.Is there anything in the works for the clunking or am I resigned to spend $1500 on coilovers so my car doen't make noise?

No. We have helped a local customer with this issue and found the front upper strut mounts needed to be replaced to get rid of the noise.

[SRTengineers]

Originally Posted by miccar

Thank you for the reply. Is it normal for my coolant to reach temperatures of 230-235 degrees when driving in 55-60 degree weather?

What's your duty cycle? Vmax? Mt.Palomar? Idling in the MickeyD's drive thru line? Normal Driving?

That's not abnormal... what are your oil temps during the same events?

[stealthsrt8]

Originally Posted by SRTengineers

Well of course not. But quite frankly, there has been plenty of speculation already. If you are a true gearhead, I would suggest you pay close attention to this year's Woodward Dream Cruise.

hey, you can't blame a guy for trying. thanks for the tip.

[swexlin]

Okay, so, is the recommended course of action if theres a reoccurance of solids a repeat of the flush and fill? Also, a lot of owners have reported that dealers are not able to get the recommended lube/protectant. Backordered. Any options/information for them?

Also, some owners report dealers UNWILLING to call DCX or STAR, and/or to admit there's an issue.

[whiskey]

Originally Posted by SRTengineers

Well of course not. But quite frankly, there has been plenty of speculation already. If you are a true gearhead, I would suggest you pay close attention to this year's Woodward Dream Cruise.

Woodward Dream Cruise
8-18-07, from Ferndale to Pontiac Mi.

I assume you guys will be there in force?

[Hemi31]

Originally Posted by SRTengineers

No. We have helped a local customer with this issue and found the front upper strut mounts needed to be replaced to get rid of the noise.

Send me a set and I'll put them in........cause that ain't it!