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Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
02-07-2015, 08:55 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,554
Posted By WB6HRO

You do not want to use the Sport Cups on the...

You do not want to use the Sport Cups on the street.

Go with the new "Super Sport" tire that comes on the C7 Z06 (same size as ZR1).

I did some tire testing with Michelin and if I recall the...
Forum: C7 General Discussion
01-16-2015, 10:43 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 8,727
Posted By WB6HRO

No, I would not trade in my 2014 for a Z06 since...

No, I would not trade in my 2014 for a Z06 since we have a 2009 ZR1 too. I can live with that! LOL
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
12-20-2014, 03:26 PM
Replies: 6
[ZR1] Downshift
Views: 826
Posted By WB6HRO

I've always double clutched rev matching when I...

I've always double clutched rev matching when I down shift. Have done this since I learned to drive.

When I have to brake later I heel toe (double clutch) downshift on street or track.:cool:
Forum: C7 General Discussion
11-03-2014, 11:27 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 989
Posted By WB6HRO

I use and aluminized silver one from my C5 Z06 in...

I use and aluminized silver one from my C5 Z06 in my carport in Southern California.
Forum: C7 General Discussion
10-27-2014, 10:39 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,288
Posted By WB6HRO

Yes, oil change once a year unless it goes to 0%....

Yes, oil change once a year unless it goes to 0%. I have always taken an oil sample at each oil change on my C5-Z06 and C6 ZR1 and sent it in for analysis.

So believe me if you change the oil...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
10-23-2014, 11:40 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,188
Posted By WB6HRO

I bought a C-7 automatic and traded in my 2002...

I bought a C-7 automatic and traded in my 2002 Z06, but kept the 2009 ZR1. Now I get to choose the stick or automatic. Best of both worlds.
Forum: C7 General Discussion
10-07-2014, 11:19 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 4,730
Posted By WB6HRO

No, I don't miss my 09 ZR1 because I still have...

No, I don't miss my 09 ZR1 because I still have it! Traded in my 02 Z06 on the C7, it's nice now to have an automatic and a stick. The best of both worlds. :smash:
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
10-03-2014, 10:07 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,565
Posted By WB6HRO

The Super Sport has about 17% more lateral grip...

The Super Sport has about 17% more lateral grip than the PS2. The outer compound is the same as the one they run at Le Mans. The Super Sport also has a tread wear of 300 too!

I did a tire test...
Forum: C7 General Discussion
09-22-2014, 10:28 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,155
Posted By WB6HRO

We traded in my 02 Z06 on a C7 auto with base...

We traded in my 02 Z06 on a C7 auto with base suspension. The ride is amazing and transition is not bad either. Excellent daily driver!

We still have the 09 ZR1 for going to the track events.
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
09-15-2014, 09:43 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 795
Posted By WB6HRO

It all depends on you individual skills set. You...

It all depends on you individual skills set. You could do 100 HPDE's and have bad habits and not mastered heel toe downshifting.

I took the level 2 school in lieu of the ZR1 school, but we did not...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
09-08-2014, 11:24 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,646
Posted By WB6HRO

Go DW, we love ya!

Go DW, we love ya!
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
09-01-2014, 10:28 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,158
Posted By WB6HRO

One of the best track additions I made was to...

One of the best track additions I made was to install the "Fastline Pro" audible G meter.

Once you find the limit of the grip say it's 1.1 G's. When you are in a turn and it's says .8 G's you know...
Forum: C7 General Discussion
09-01-2014, 10:21 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,351
Posted By WB6HRO

Warning on dash paint

I found out the hard way that the dash paint will dissolve with alcohol.

Typically plastic parts can be cleaned with alcohol but not here. Be careful with window cleaner on the dash as they...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
08-31-2014, 09:42 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,736
Posted By WB6HRO

I have an 09 ZR1 and have never missed it. Then I...

I have an 09 ZR1 and have never missed it. Then I never have to play "Ricky Racer" and spin the rear tires either.

When on a road course I turn traction control off. I leave active handing on (My...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
08-21-2014, 11:33 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 9,393
Posted By WB6HRO

Okay here is a different perspective, does a C7...

Okay here is a different perspective, does a C7 ZR1 make good business sense? No

The C7 Z06 has:

1. Higher HP than the C6 ZR1, not much though.
2. You can order the C7 Z06 with the Ceramic...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
08-17-2014, 10:36 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,180
Posted By WB6HRO

I did front end and 1/2 the hood as well as in...

I did front end and 1/2 the hood as well as in front of rear tire well.

Now what I didn't do was the windshield and after 40,000 miles the windshield is pretty pitted. I just got a C7 and did the...
Forum: C7 General Discussion
08-16-2014, 09:18 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 6,914
Posted By WB6HRO

It's a CYA for Warranty, if there is ever a...

It's a CYA for Warranty, if there is ever a question I have my documentation to back it up.

Plus it will show early signs of impending failure, I do it on my airplane too.
Forum: C7 General Discussion
08-15-2014, 10:25 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,251
Posted By WB6HRO

I guess that I'm too old school. I love having...

I guess that I'm too old school. I love having mastered the skill of "heel toe".

I even double clutch on all downshifts, a skill acquired driving a 53 Chevy with worn out syncro's. Every time I...
Forum: C7 General Discussion
08-15-2014, 10:14 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,027
Posted By WB6HRO

How do you take the aero bracket off? Not...

How do you take the aero bracket off?

Not wanting to beak anything getting it off.
Forum: C7 General Discussion
08-15-2014, 10:11 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,362
Posted By WB6HRO

You can't put in the rear window. Not to visible...

You can't put in the rear window. Not to visible when top down.
Forum: C7 General Discussion
08-14-2014, 06:10 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 6,914
Posted By WB6HRO

The oil should be changed once a year or when the...

The oil should be changed once a year or when the oil life is near 0%.

Changing it any sooner is a waste of money!

Now I'll back that up with the following, on my 2002 Z06 with 70,000 miles...
Forum: C7 General Discussion
08-14-2014, 05:56 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,197
Posted By WB6HRO

I had a 66 Turbo Corsa, great car! I put Velvet...

I had a 66 Turbo Corsa, great car! I put Velvet Touch brake shoes on it and gas shocks and just loved blowing the doors off Porches going up twisty mountain roads. They could never figure out how a...
Forum: C7 General Discussion
08-13-2014, 09:15 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 599
Posted By WB6HRO

Those are alignment holes for the jig to assemble...

Those are alignment holes for the jig to assemble the fenders and front end.
Forum: C7 General Discussion
08-12-2014, 06:23 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,230
Posted By WB6HRO

The Michelin tire that is on the C7 is the "Super...

The Michelin tire that is on the C7 is the "Super Sport" tire which is the next generation past the "PS2" and offers about 12% more lateral grip and tread wear index has increased from about 200 to...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
08-10-2014, 10:16 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 662
Posted By WB6HRO

Most likely the slave cylinder. I've never had an...

Most likely the slave cylinder. I've never had an issue with mine running hard on autocross or road course.

I've always used DOT 4 fluid in brakes and clutch (ATE Blue). I never had to wrap the...
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