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Old 07-13-2005, 08:36 PM
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I may be getting a C5 in the next few weeks, what should be on the top of my list to buy. I'm talking stuff I need not "mods".

So far all thats on my list is a CLB and a repair manual
What else to i need to keep, so I'm ready?
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although not a mod, you'll want to get mucho new wax, tar & bug cleaner, tire treatment, interior cleaner, polishing cloths, et cetera....since you'll be using them often. good luck. bub
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I currently have a ton of cleanign stuff (not zanio or anything) but I'm pretty much covered on the clenaing products.
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CAGS skip shift eliminator if you are buying a vette with an M6 or M12. The window valet is a must have for Vert owners.

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Originally Posted by dshriver
CAGS skip shift eliminator if you are buying a vette with an M6 or M12.
I'd also get the BlackMagic wash bucket from Wally World. If the paint is still near perfect I'd get this soon.: www.xpel.com
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Shifter (if you have manual)
Window Valet (if you have a vert)
CAGS eliminator
California car duster & water blade
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Gas money.

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If you plan on changing your own oil: Rhino Ramps from Wally World. You'll need a low profile floor jack as well as a set of jack stands.
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HID lights are a must
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Originally Posted by dshriver
CAGS skip shift eliminator if you are buying a vette with an M6 or M12. The window valet is a must have for Vert owners.

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Dave in Ohio
what happens if you dont get the skip shift eliminator. Cant shift quickly of down shift at too high of an rpm?
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a white belt and a diet.
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Kind of an ambiguous question......

Coupe, convertible or Z06? Manual or auto? Runflats or non?
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Originally Posted by Mpwr
what happens if you dont get the skip shift eliminator. Cant shift quickly of down shift at too high of an rpm?
Only forces you into 4th instead of 2nd. Happened to me first few weeks, but I don't even attempt to shift anymore until 1800-2000 rpm, so it has not come up last few months.
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Window Valet has been the best mod I made.
It does not increas RWHP or anything, but it is cool and can be fun.
It is also the mod more people are impressed about (okay, maybe simple people)
And it does not matter if it a vert, coupe or a Z06.
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