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Forum: C5 General
03-08-2014, 05:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,122
Posted By dbstephens

Noise after install

Try lubricating the rubber bushings that hold the bar in place. Mine 2001 convertible did the same thing when going from Z-51 to Z06 suspension. A little silicone grease did the trick. Make sure that...
Forum: C5 General
08-25-2012, 05:43 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 841
Posted By dbstephens

Brake pads

I use Hawk HPS Plus pads on both our convertible and Z06. These pads are superior to the factory units that came on our Z06. They are perfect for the street and limited track day use.:flag:
Forum: Southeast
08-25-2012, 09:48 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 866
Posted By dbstephens

MTI clutch replacement

We recently have had Reese and the guys at MTI Racing replace the clutch on my wife's 2001 convertible. It is a daily driver with 85,000 miles on the clock.

Reese recomended a Luk clutch package,...
Forum: C5 General
04-12-2012, 10:45 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,343
Posted By dbstephens

Fuel Treatment

Our 2001 has the sticking fuel gauge problem, most likely due to ethanol.

We have had great resulsts with Techron, but now use Lucas Fuel Treatment with the same results. When purchased in the...
Forum: C5 General
04-12-2012, 10:31 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 697
Posted By dbstephens

Vette Club activities

Check out the Classic glass Corvette Club website. They are always having activities in the area:

http://www.cgcorvetteclub.com/index.htm
Forum: C5 General
02-22-2012, 10:33 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,645
Posted By dbstephens

C5 body style preference

I have owned a 99 A4 coupe, 01 6-speed convertibe and a 04 Z06. We have loved them all.

The 01 did have oil consumption problems but this was remedied with a factory ring replacement. We...
Forum: C5 Tech
02-22-2012, 09:37 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 999
Posted By dbstephens

Coolant overflow tank

You may have a broken connection at the bottom of your coolant tank. There is no sensor on this tank that I am aware of. there is a "T" connection where two tubes are connected to the bottom of the...
Forum: C5 General
12-22-2011, 11:38 AM
Replies: 257
Views: 75,587
Posted By dbstephens

Garage Floor

We had a local company come in and paint the floor (other than the emblem) with 2-part epoxy. The grey with flakes was mixed and applied on day one and the 2-part clear was applied the next day.
...
Forum: C5 General
12-21-2011, 06:33 PM
Replies: 257
Views: 75,587
Posted By dbstephens

Our Garage

We have tried very hard to keep our garage just that: A home for our babies!

It was added in 2006 and now has the walls decorated with autographed Corvette Racing posters and pictures. It is...
Forum: C5 General
12-18-2011, 01:45 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,318
Posted By dbstephens

Coolant leak

I have just went through this troubleshooting process with or 2001. The car would smell like antifreeze when it was pulled into the garage when hot. Left overnight, there might be a very small puddle...
Forum: C5 Scan & Tune
12-16-2011, 06:14 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 626
Posted By dbstephens

Reese Rocks @ MTI Racing

Both of our C5's were performing poorly with very low in-town gas mileage and check engine lights asserted, due to the long term fuel trims being out of range.

Mine is a 2004 Z06 with a VaraRam...
Forum: C5 General
05-24-2011, 10:16 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,728
Posted By dbstephens

C5 Hoop Installation

I installed them in our 2001 Roadster and we love them. I used several packages of JB Weld for the installation rather than the Bondo that is suggested for the installation.

They are pretty much...
Forum: C5 Tech
01-01-2011, 01:48 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 9,754
Posted By dbstephens

You can have your EBCM repaired inexpensively. Do...

You can have your EBCM repaired inexpensively. Do a Google search on ABSfixer. Mine was repaired there and returned within one week.
Forum: C3 General
11-22-2010, 04:49 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,158
Posted By dbstephens

Those two are some awsome rides Jeff. Thanks for...

Those two are some awsome rides Jeff. Thanks for sharing!

Z450HP (Don)
Forum: C5 Parts for Sale/Wanted
10-16-2010, 04:05 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 468
Posted By dbstephens

I would be interested in purchasing these, too....

I would be interested in purchasing these, too. Would you put me in line on the list?

dbstephens@comcast.net
Forum: C5 Tech
03-17-2010, 07:06 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,361
Posted By dbstephens

You may want to un-bolt and lightly grease the...

You may want to un-bolt and lightly grease the front sway bar bushings. The rubber is old and probably stiff and dry. They might even need to be replaced.

I did this to our 2001 after it began...
Forum: C5 Tech
03-17-2010, 06:45 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,393
Posted By dbstephens

I installed the Vararam B2 system on my wife's...

I installed the Vararam B2 system on my wife's 2001 6-speed Convertible, at the same time as my Z06 installation. It has the factory honeycomb MAF sensor screen. It has not been tuned, but has a...
Forum: C5 Tech
03-15-2010, 11:52 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,393
Posted By dbstephens

I had the same problem with my 2004 Z06 after...

I had the same problem with my 2004 Z06 after changing from the original style Vararam to the new B2 version. I was also getting the check engine light and bank one lean codes on the DTC. My engine...
Forum: C5 General
12-28-2009, 03:27 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,572
Posted By dbstephens

I have installed a Zune 16GB HD Touch in my 2004...

I have installed a Zune 16GB HD Touch in my 2004 Z06. It required an interface box along with a special adapter harness to connect to the back of the existing control head. I used a cigarrette...
Forum: C5 Tech
12-27-2009, 08:05 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,744
Posted By dbstephens

I had the same problems with my dyno tuned 2004...

I had the same problems with my dyno tuned 2004 Z06 with a Vararam intake. The lean codes went away after installing the Jim Haltech Zo6 straightener screen.
...
Forum: C5 Tech
10-18-2009, 01:46 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 5,765
Posted By dbstephens

I had the same problem with our 2001 Vert a...

I had the same problem with our 2001 Vert a couple of years after doing the brass gear repair. The epoxy on the motor casings had began to break free on one motor, causing it to randomly fail.
...
Forum: C5 Scan & Tune
10-14-2009, 12:49 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,011
Posted By dbstephens

Have you had the center console out for any...

Have you had the center console out for any reason? remove the center console and make sure that the plug that inserts on the right hand-forward side of the console is plugged in. Usually these 2...
Forum: C5 Tech
10-14-2009, 12:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 442
Posted By dbstephens

I had the same problem on my 04 Z06, when I...

I had the same problem on my 04 Z06, when I removed the stock shifter and replaced it with a C6 shifter. The two hold down bolts backed out after time and the entire unit became sloppy; even jumping...
Forum: C5 General
04-07-2009, 12:11 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 642
Posted By dbstephens

I used the industrial 1" 3M dual lock (Velcro)...

I used the industrial 1" 3M dual lock (Velcro) that I purchased from fastennation.com. My leather trunk blanket has been installed for over 2 years and will never come down.
Forum: C5 Tech
01-18-2009, 07:13 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 363
Posted By dbstephens

I replaced my wife's 2001 convertible brakes with...

I replaced my wife's 2001 convertible brakes with Hawk HPS pads and Motul RBF 600 fluid 2 years ago. The setup is still working great. The 2001 has a tighter pedal feel, stops quicker and makes less...
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