hi got a 2003 viper on exhaust vavle one bolt broke off in head on the side close to chain case the other three are fine is this a major problem should i replace the hole head on it please help cant get bolt out tryed but need to no if i need to replace that head before i ride thanks guys 
super1c
Super Moderator
My best advise for ya if you are not able to get to the proper tools is to take it to a machine shop. They will get it out and wont charge ya much. I snaped off a exhaust stud in the jug. Spent a ton of money on tools and still couldnt get it out. Took the jug off and brought it to a machine shop. They had it out before i could even get back home and only charged me like $15 bucks if i remember right. You will need to take head off and then that jug which is a PIA for just cleaning exhaust valves but things happen. Just remember to drain coolant if you go that route. Way cheaper then a new jug!!! And to answer your original question i would not run it with one bolt missing. run the risk of leak and burndown due to lean condition.
does any one have a jug for a 2003 viper for sale
it craked from me tryin to get it out with easy out so i am screwed
pitz0022
New member
It can be drilled and tapped. I am taking one in
now to have the same thing fixed.quote was 20 bucks
now to have the same thing fixed.quote was 20 bucks
These things happen...its all part of doing your own maintenace.
There is always a silver lining to these things...its summer so you have time to fix it and you can chock it all up to a learning experience...LOL...that cylinder probably needed new rings anyway.
If its cracked you are going to have to eiher repair it properly or replace it. There is only one way to fix it and that is the right way. I would suggest you advertise on the classified wanted section for a cylinder and replace it, pickup a set of rings a few gaskets and you will be set for the season.
JM.02c
Bob
There is always a silver lining to these things...its summer so you have time to fix it and you can chock it all up to a learning experience...LOL...that cylinder probably needed new rings anyway.
If its cracked you are going to have to eiher repair it properly or replace it. There is only one way to fix it and that is the right way. I would suggest you advertise on the classified wanted section for a cylinder and replace it, pickup a set of rings a few gaskets and you will be set for the season.
JM.02c
Bob
problem is would have to weld then drill and tap it not sure that would work
mattyg1405
New member
post a pic im sure its not as bad as you think...
mattyg1405
New member
welding is cheap im a welder/fabricator and you can get alot done for a little when it comes to stuff like this.