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Old 05-05-2018, 01:38 PM
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Default $500 Budget - what should I buy next for my 2009 Z06?
Looking for ideas on what to get next for my 2009 2LZ.

Here's what I have installed so far:
AHP heads and 116 cam (and dyno tuned)
MGW Shifter
Dashlogic
LED side markers
Side skirts
Sprint Booster
Kenwood head unit

Looking for suggestion in any category...performance, appearance, maintenance, general enjoyment. Go!
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Even if I don't do any road racing/autox?
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Chrome taillight bling

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ZR1 splitter to match your side skirts.
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Old 05-05-2018, 05:35 PM
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ZR1 splitter to match your side skirts.
That I do have on my list. I am trying to figure out who has the best quality and fitment without breaking the bank. Same goes for rear spoiler.
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What rear spoiler do you have? If it’s the stock 3rd brake light thing, I’d suggest one of the full length spoilers or the Extreme ZR1 spoiler
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What rear spoiler do you have? If it’s the stock 3rd brake light thing, I’d suggest one of the full length spoilers or the Extreme ZR1 spoiler
Yes, I have the stock Z06 "duck butt" spoiler.

Who makes/sells the ones you are suggesting?

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Plenty make the ZR1 front splitter and extended spoiler. Depends how much you would like to spend. Low end would be eBay, then C7 Carbon, then Katech, APR and SS Vettes (in no order). The last three being roughly twice as much as C7 Carbon.

The extended ZR1 spoiler and from splitter in CF can be had for just under $500 each from C7. Cheaper if you don't want CF.

I will likely get my extended ZR1 spoiler from C7 Carbon when the time comes.
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Window tint
Exhaust
Body colored engine covers or Carbon Fiber
New rear tires
Fire extinguisher + mount
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AMP and JLAudio speakers
Stainless steel hood latches and hood struts
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$500 you can get some really nice valve stem caps, a spider ring, and a whistle.
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Just thought of something else, wrap or paint the roof and halo black. To me it’s the best thing to change the appearance.
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Chrome taillight bling

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Old 05-06-2018, 08:54 AM
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Personally I would put that $500 in the gas tank and drive the wheels off of it.........then you will know what you need next . Enjoy!
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Personally I would put that $500 in the gas tank and drive the wheels off of it.........then you will know what you need next . Enjoy!
Probably new tires
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