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Forum: C5 Tech
07-04-2019, 03:27 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,502
Posted By 2kbluestreak

Is there any safe way to run the engine up to...

Is there any safe way to run the engine up to high RPMs without the torque tube and everything back of it not installed? This would save a lot of repeat labor if excessive vibration were felt. Got...
Forum: C5 Tech
06-30-2019, 12:30 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,704
Posted By 2kbluestreak

Are the C6 Z06 front rotors sold as right and...

Are the C6 Z06 front rotors sold as right and left sides? When first introduced, the C6 used the same rotor on both sides, which defies logic. For normal or aggressive street driving they should be...
Forum: C5 Tech
06-14-2014, 09:36 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,223
Posted By 2kbluestreak

I've got the "pull key - wait 10 seconds many...

I've got the "pull key - wait 10 seconds many times: even with the CLB installed. Many times it has involved getting the key wet, either from rain or not drying my hands thoroughly after washing. In...
Forum: C5 Tech
06-12-2014, 09:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,022
Posted By 2kbluestreak

dadaru, thanks for your responses, I got the left...

dadaru, thanks for your responses, I got the left rear blinkers working. Very helpful was the link showing how to disassemble the lower dash and remove the multifunction switch with stalk. When I...
Forum: C5 Tech
06-09-2014, 06:57 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,022
Posted By 2kbluestreak

Dararoo, You are absolutely correct, and it makes...

Dararoo, You are absolutely correct, and it makes no difference whether the key is in the "off" or "on" position.
Is the "Multifunction switch" operated by the stalk? Somebody has posted and...
Forum: C5 Tech
06-08-2014, 12:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,022
Posted By 2kbluestreak

Another Turn Signal Problem

The left dash turn signal arrow started blinking rapidly and numerous pushes on the flasher button did not help. The left front TS light works, but both left rear bulbs do not. Right turn signals...
Forum: C5 Tech
06-08-2014, 11:37 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 695
Posted By 2kbluestreak

The amount of torque to loosen the caliper...

The amount of torque to loosen the caliper bracket bolts can be reduced significantly by heating the "knuckle" that each bolt threads into with a propane torch for about 2 minutes. This softens the...
Forum: C5 Scan & Tune
06-18-2013, 03:04 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,310
Posted By 2kbluestreak

I had mine dynotuned in a shop with the dyno...

I had mine dynotuned in a shop with the dyno wheel at floor level. The owner let me stay in the area while he operated the car. I found a big 12 inch I-beam column to stand behind in case anything...
Forum: C5 Tech
06-07-2013, 02:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,314
Posted By 2kbluestreak

C5's catch grass in the back also. There's a 6...

C5's catch grass in the back also. There's a 6 inch space between the rear valence panel and the outside of the hatchback "box." When I made my tail lights flush, I found quite a bit and cleaned it...
Forum: C5 Tech
05-31-2013, 02:38 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,636
Posted By 2kbluestreak

I'm in the market for new TPM sensors to replace...

I'm in the market for new TPM sensors to replace my 13 year old originals. OEM replacements seem to be about $100 on ebay or Amazon.
I did find aftermarket X-Tra Seal # 40049 which are supposed to...
Forum: C5 Tech
11-20-2012, 03:06 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 770
Posted By 2kbluestreak

I'm a bearing engineer and get paid enough to...

I'm a bearing engineer and get paid enough to consider myself an expert. Identical bearings in a system do not fail at the same time given equal loads and speeds. They have a life dispersion. You...
Forum: C5 Tech
11-05-2012, 04:58 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,755
Posted By 2kbluestreak

The "fuel gage problem" has been going on for...

The "fuel gage problem" has been going on for years. One owner photographed his right tank variable resistor assembly and it was all crudded up. Supposed to be sulfur in the gas. The crud can be wire...
Forum: C5 Tech
10-23-2012, 11:04 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 830
Posted By 2kbluestreak

How close to the top of the left wheel arch are...

How close to the top of the left wheel arch are you when you push the fob buttons? I think the receiver is sitting on top covered by a rectangular projection. Since the first day I owned my C5, I...
Forum: C5 Tech
10-23-2012, 10:53 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 9,925
Posted By 2kbluestreak

I made an adapter out of 8" of 2" radiator hose...

I made an adapter out of 8" of 2" radiator hose to connect the coolant tank to a garden hose with a couple PVC fittings. A 2" hose clamp at both ends holds the adapter to the tank and the hose...
Forum: C5 Tech
10-23-2012, 10:06 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,185
Posted By 2kbluestreak

[QUOTE=Bill Curlee;1582136138] I've had small...

[QUOTE=Bill Curlee;1582136138]
I've had small problems in the past when I've allowed the key to get a little water on it. Engine would start, but after moving a couple feet in 1st, would immediately...
Forum: C5 Tech
10-01-2012, 04:43 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,001
Posted By 2kbluestreak

To check on 1. when you feel the brakes are...

To check on 1. when you feel the brakes are dragging, find a safe place to pull off the road at a paved level spot and stop the car. Push real hard on the brake pedal. Release the brakes and start it...
Forum: C5 Tech
10-01-2012, 04:24 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 933
Posted By 2kbluestreak

Use a wire wheel to brush the old Locktite out of...

Use a wire wheel to brush the old Locktite out of the threads, apply red Loctite when re-installing. Or, you could pay a couple bucks apiece over the Goodwrench counter for new ones. Here's a tip for...
Forum: C5 Tech
09-28-2012, 09:17 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,950
Posted By 2kbluestreak

The only time I got that message was right after...

The only time I got that message was right after I worked on the rear brakes. A quick inspection revealed that one of the electrical connectors to the wheel speed sensor came loose. A quick push on...
Forum: C5 Tech
09-23-2012, 04:15 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 661
Posted By 2kbluestreak

Ypu'll need a double u-joint short extension for...

Ypu'll need a double u-joint short extension for the left rear plug.:cheers:
Forum: C5 Tech
09-23-2012, 03:24 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 794
Posted By 2kbluestreak

There should be a "how to" thread about taking...

There should be a "how to" thread about taking off some dash panels to expose the dash frame holding the flasher unit. The trick was to hit one side of the front of the flasher with a large blade...
Forum: C5 Tech
09-22-2012, 05:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,187
Posted By 2kbluestreak

Thanks Mr. Curlee and BigGun::thumbs: ...

Thanks Mr. Curlee and BigGun::thumbs:

Voltage last night from a couple hours charging reached 12.6 v.This morning it was 12.4 v at the battery terminals and 12.4 v at the engine fuse block B+...
Forum: C6 Tech/Performance
09-21-2012, 03:16 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,301
Posted By 2kbluestreak

Ridiculous that Chevy has not yet provided the...

Ridiculous that Chevy has not yet provided the correctly curved vanes for the other side. Corvette is supposed to be a performance vehicle: it deserves performance brakes. Before the C6 design was...
Forum: C5 Tech
09-21-2012, 02:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,037
Posted By 2kbluestreak

I've had two Optima red tops and each time, after...

I've had two Optima red tops and each time, after 5 years, when I started the engine, the DIC display would go to "ODOMETER" instead of the "Gages" I had showing before the engine was shut off. I...
Forum: C5 Tech
09-21-2012, 08:24 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,310
Posted By 2kbluestreak

I've had the opinion for years that readers of...

I've had the opinion for years that readers of this forum know more technical details on C5s than the best mechanic in a small stealership that sells and services few Vettes. :smash:
Forum: C5 Tech
09-20-2012, 01:45 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 13,737
Posted By 2kbluestreak

I put Baer's 14 inch rotors on the rear several...

I put Baer's 14 inch rotors on the rear several years ago, both for looks and stopping ability. Don't know if they still make this product, but they were $500 a pair back then. Put a DRM spring in...
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