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Old 03-13-2024, 06:44 PM
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Previously I lived with a 2018 z06 as my only car and daily driver for almost 5 years. what about this build?


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Originally Posted by Zo62018A8
Previously I lived with a 2018 z06 as my only car and daily driver for almost 5 years. what about this build?

https://www.chevrolet.com/byo-vc/tiny/USsVdhePtmQd
Do you have rolled curbs or high angles to transit where you drive?
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I never had a C7, but I would have no problem with my C8 as a DD
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Originally Posted by Zo62018A8
The build looks good, a bit overdone with the black accents for my taste. The wheels go well with the exterior color and with the Z51 will need lots of TLC.


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Almost exactly what I ordered. You have a few more "cosmetic" options than I do. I asked my salesman about the front lift and he said "did you ever own a corvette before". i said "this will be my fourth". He said "you don't need it". I plan on driving mine a lot and taking it to the track. Good Luck. Only thing I was told was that the black wheels go on constraint a lot. Mine went right through.
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Originally Posted by rkrupka
Do you have rolled curbs or high angles to transit where you drive?
no. I handled the z06 just fine
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I like it, but if it was me I’ll do the HTC( over the z51 if I was on budget)
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I like your build, but I would consider upgrading to GT2 seats. I think they looks miles better than the GT1 seats. I have them on my DD and no comfort issues at all. Plus, better leather to boot.
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Great set up, but ya gotta add something to break up the all black interior, even if its just yellow seat bealts.
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Originally Posted by Zo62018A8
Previously I lived with a 2018 z06 as my only car and daily driver for almost 5 years. what about this build?

https://www.chevrolet.com/byo-vc/tiny/USsVdhePtmQd
You're going to love the color! Sooooo much brake dust with Z51. More expense later with Z51 for replacement parts and maintenance. More stuff to break with Z51. Unless you track, ditch Z51 and get HTC! If you track and budget permits add HTC to your Z51 build especially living in Florida. You're only young once! Overall a very nice looking build and a great value.
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Only tweak I'd make is yellow calipers.

I think the plaque is fluff.

I like body color spoilers, but YMMV. It's always easier to go black accent with wraps than it is to get a match for body color--should you decide you want to change things up later.
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Good luck getting those wheels. They were off constraint in the February cycle but Z51 was on constraint, now Z51 is off constraint and the wheels are one. I hear those wheels are on constraint more than any other, that's why they lowered the price on two other 5 spoke variants.
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Good luck getting those wheels. They were off constraint in the February cycle but Z51 was on constraint, now Z51 is off constraint and the wheels are one. I hear those wheels are on constraint more than any other, that's why they lowered the price on two other 5 spoke variants.
I don’t mind waiting. Waiting is part of the fun. I’m sure Macmulkin will give me updates.
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You guys think it’s worth paying the extra for the gt2 seats. The regular seats in the 2018 2lz z06 I had got worn out on the sides really fast.
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you need to sit in them. the gt1 seats were actually better for me. it's your butt and back
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Nice build, but unless you plan to track the car, I would substitute the HTC for the Z51.
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Originally Posted by Zo62018A8
You guys think it’s worth paying the extra for the gt2 seats. The regular seats in the 2018 2lz z06 I had got worn out on the sides really fast.
With 2lt you can adjust the bolsters (sides) on GT1 and GT2 which can help with wear. I had GT2 on a 2020 and now have GT1 on my 2024 and found no difference in comfort level. GT2 is a pretty pricey option.

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Originally Posted by jrthe1
With 2lt you can adjust the bolsters (sides) on GT1 and GT2 which can help with wear. I had GT2 on a 2020 and now have GT1 on my 2024 and found no difference in comfort level. GT2 is a pretty pricey option.
Think I’ll stick to the gt1 seats.
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Originally Posted by Wife said I could
Great set up, but ya gotta add something to break up the all black interior, even if its just yellow seat bealts.
I have the yellow seat belts selected.
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Originally Posted by hyprsprt
I like it, but if it was me I’ll do the HTC( over the z51 if I was on budget)
I’m the opposite, would definitely choose Z51 Coupe over non Z51 HTC…. gm says you must by the Z51 if you want to track it…. To me that means… if I want to drive it hard… and expect braking and cooling systems that are the equal of the German performance cars I’ve owned…. I need the Z51….


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