Just Bought a 1998 Corvette! Wohhooo
10-25-2013, 05:06 PM
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You may find a floor jack and four jack stands for less than the $200 56" Race Ramps, but, I doubt if the jack and stands would qualify for a "good" rating by most folks on the CF forum. I also doubt if an inexpensive floor jack will last forever. A year would be a closer estimate of the service life.
A good American or European floor jack will actually cost more than most Race Ramps.
A good American or European floor jack will actually cost more than most Race Ramps.
6 years no problem.
10-25-2013, 05:55 PM
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That's ok... you might not see it. She's about twice your age now (not sure- probably 35-40 yrs old) and has 4 kids. But as soon as I saw your pic, I thought you looked just like she would have at 20 yrs old. Also, it was intended as a compliment. No problem... Let us see those pics asap. 
10-25-2013, 06:13 PM
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That's ok... you might not see it. She's about twice your age now (not sure- probably 35-40 yrs old) and has 4 kids. But as soon as I saw your pic, I thought you looked just like she would have at 20 yrs old. Also, it was intended as a compliment. No problem... Let us see those pics asap.
10-25-2013, 09:09 PM
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YUP! 1998's are the best! 
Congrats on the purchase, you will love it!
"IF" you ever have any questions on the '98 or any problems let me know, I have done just about everything to my '98 -
Thanks,Matt
Congrats on the purchase, you will love it!
"IF" you ever have any questions on the '98 or any problems let me know, I have done just about everything to my '98 -
Thanks,Matt
10-25-2013, 09:24 PM
#89
Melting Slicks
Changing all of the fluids would be a good idea. Go with a good synthetic.
Don't know what the tires look like, but tires make a HUGE difference in how these cars ride and handle. Michelin Super Sports are the best in non run flats.
Since you state you have never owned a Vette before, be careful of how low the front end is. Very easy to scrb the front end. Drive very slow over those dips and rises in driveways and stores. Also watch those parking areas with curbs. Can really mess up the nose of the car and the air dams.
Try to keep the car out of inclimate weather. Grounding straps on these cars can get corroded and you will see lots of electronic gremlins when this occurs. If you do not have a garage to park it in, I would suggest getting a good car cover.
Check the DIC codes and make sure there are no current codes being thrown. Listed below is a good site if you have current codes being thrown to dianose them.
http://www.stengel.net/diccodes.htm
Other than these notations, not much to comment on. The Vettes have lots of torque and power, so you may be surprised at the acceleration.
The drive trains are reliable, and most of the issues are with electronics. If you can find all of the ground traps, not a bad idea to clean them.
Best of luck and enjoy that Vette, Cutie!
Don't know what the tires look like, but tires make a HUGE difference in how these cars ride and handle. Michelin Super Sports are the best in non run flats.
Since you state you have never owned a Vette before, be careful of how low the front end is. Very easy to scrb the front end. Drive very slow over those dips and rises in driveways and stores. Also watch those parking areas with curbs. Can really mess up the nose of the car and the air dams.
Try to keep the car out of inclimate weather. Grounding straps on these cars can get corroded and you will see lots of electronic gremlins when this occurs. If you do not have a garage to park it in, I would suggest getting a good car cover.
Check the DIC codes and make sure there are no current codes being thrown. Listed below is a good site if you have current codes being thrown to dianose them.
http://www.stengel.net/diccodes.htm
Other than these notations, not much to comment on. The Vettes have lots of torque and power, so you may be surprised at the acceleration.
The drive trains are reliable, and most of the issues are with electronics. If you can find all of the ground traps, not a bad idea to clean them.
Best of luck and enjoy that Vette, Cutie!
10-25-2013, 09:36 PM
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Do not take your car to a dealer for the column lock recall. It is well documented here and on other forums that the GM fix does not work and will cause other problems. Purchase a column lock simulator kit from one of the forum vendors and install it.
Here are some helpful links.
Install a Column Lock Bypass:
http://97vette.com/howto/columnlock/index.html
http://www.ls1howto.com/index.php?article=24
You can get a CLB from one of these vendors:
http://www.rpidesigns.com/shop/item.aspx?itemid=3138
http://www.corvettemods.com/product....Fc9i7AodqkAAbg
http://www.westcoastcorvette.com/p-4...FYdQ7AodBB8Aaw
Here are some helpful links.
Install a Column Lock Bypass:
http://97vette.com/howto/columnlock/index.html
http://www.ls1howto.com/index.php?article=24
You can get a CLB from one of these vendors:
http://www.rpidesigns.com/shop/item.aspx?itemid=3138
http://www.corvettemods.com/product....Fc9i7AodqkAAbg
http://www.westcoastcorvette.com/p-4...FYdQ7AodBB8Aaw
10-26-2013, 12:28 AM
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thanks for all the tips!
I got to take notes for sure.
If anyone wants to talk corvette hit me up on Yahoo Msg if you have it my id is corvettecheerleader
next thing to figure out what intake to get for a 1998. I hear the halltech doesnt have the connections? Blackwing or zip ties?
I got to take notes for sure.
If anyone wants to talk corvette hit me up on Yahoo Msg if you have it my id is corvettecheerleader
next thing to figure out what intake to get for a 1998. I hear the halltech doesnt have the connections? Blackwing or zip ties?
10-26-2013, 08:19 AM
#93
Melting Slicks
thanks for all the tips!
I got to take notes for sure.
If anyone wants to talk corvette hit me up on Yahoo Msg if you have it my id is corvettecheerleader
next thing to figure out what intake to get for a 1998. I hear the halltech doesnt have the connections? Blackwing or zip ties?
I got to take notes for sure.
If anyone wants to talk corvette hit me up on Yahoo Msg if you have it my id is corvettecheerleader
next thing to figure out what intake to get for a 1998. I hear the halltech doesnt have the connections? Blackwing or zip ties?
10-26-2013, 08:45 AM
#95
Melting Slicks
thanks for all the tips!
I got to take notes for sure.
If anyone wants to talk corvette hit me up on Yahoo Msg if you have it my id is corvettecheerleader
next thing to figure out what intake to get for a 1998. I hear the halltech doesnt have the connections? Blackwing or zip ties?
I got to take notes for sure.
If anyone wants to talk corvette hit me up on Yahoo Msg if you have it my id is corvettecheerleader
next thing to figure out what intake to get for a 1998. I hear the halltech doesnt have the connections? Blackwing or zip ties?
Callaway seems to be # 2, but I am sure you are going to hear different opinions.
Here is a good discussion on this forum.
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c5-g...st-c5-cai.html
10-26-2013, 10:48 AM
#97
Drifting
Congrats on the '98! We love ours and seems to get played with more than anything else in the garage at the moment. Ours was stock as well with 44k on it , I added Corsa axle back exhaust and a 2002 Z06 air cleaner assembly and I can get into plenty of trouble with that so not adding anymore. Good Luck and looking forward to some pictures.
10-26-2013, 03:57 PM
#98
Melting Slicks
Congrats on the Vette, and Welcome to the Forum!
This sticky/thread has a TON of great info:
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c5-g...ion-files.html
This sticky/thread has a TON of great info:
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c5-g...ion-files.html
don't forget them pics!
Last edited by tsbbzm; 10-26-2013 at 04:01 PM.
10-26-2013, 08:27 PM
#99
Race Director
10-26-2013, 08:32 PM
#100
Drifting
Congrats on the '98! We love ours and seems to get played with more than anything else in the garage at the moment. Ours was stock as well with 44k on it , I added Corsa axle back exhaust and a 2002 Z06 air cleaner assembly and I can get into plenty of trouble with that so not adding anymore. Good Luck and looking forward to some pictures.