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Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
06-27-2017, 11:05 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,718
Posted By jwswanson

It looks to me like the tire sidewall was...

It looks to me like the tire sidewall was compressed onto the rim. There appears to be an arc of rubber just below the separation and the sidewall may have been cut by the rim during the...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
06-26-2017, 06:51 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,848
Posted By jwswanson

I did not consider trying it but it may be if you...

I did not consider trying it but it may be if you are willing to take a lot of the front panel off to get to the mechanism. Big job apparently. I'm actually hoping the other suggestions of charging...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
06-26-2017, 09:03 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,848
Posted By jwswanson

I should add that I stopped using the mechanic...

I should add that I stopped using the mechanic because I felt like he was overcharging me despite having used his shop for many years and many cars.

I just looked at gmpartsdirect.com and it...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
06-26-2017, 08:45 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,848
Posted By jwswanson

I hate to tell you this but that situation on my...

I hate to tell you this but that situation on my '05 cost me a ton. Passenger side ran full hot while the driver side maintained the indicated temperature. Disconnecting the battery would reset...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
05-08-2017, 04:51 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 981
Posted By jwswanson

The connector is directly below the steering...

The connector is directly below the steering column. You can use the code reader to clear the code but it won't pass a safety inspection until it has been driven for a while and the ready code is...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
05-21-2016, 11:43 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 689
Posted By jwswanson

GMPartsDirect

Just ordered replacement struts for my 2005 coupe trunk lid and I highly recommend the title vendor. Be sure to indicate your VIN when you order anything to ensure the correct part. The website, as...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
01-02-2014, 10:01 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 5,096
Posted By jwswanson

You're right! It's all about you. To heck with...

You're right! It's all about you. To heck with the oncoming traffic which might run into a deer, child or something else because they are blinded by your car. Since forum vendors sell them that...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
08-22-2013, 01:11 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,538
Posted By jwswanson

Each driver (ie each fob) has a set of memorized...

Each driver (ie each fob) has a set of memorized settings. Press and hold a button on the driver door until it beeps to save the current audio/temp settings for that fob. I think there may be 3...
Forum: C6 Tech/Performance
04-30-2013, 02:12 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,693
Posted By jwswanson

It surely could be but it seems to be charging...

It surely could be but it seems to be charging and I have had the system checked. These gremlins are a nightmare.
J
Forum: C6 Tech/Performance
04-30-2013, 01:45 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,693
Posted By jwswanson

Rick, Thanks for the help. After reading...

Rick,

Thanks for the help. After reading your post I took a better, digital meter outside and have much more realistic readings. After initially inserting the new meter, the current was only...
Forum: C6 Tech/Performance
04-30-2013, 12:28 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,693
Posted By jwswanson

Battery Issue

I have on '05 and for the first 6-7 years I had no problems with the battery. I then started having what appears to be the old DBS and have gone through several batteries and several flashes as the...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
03-13-2013, 09:51 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 392
Posted By jwswanson

Atlanta Auto Show

Thought I might run by to see the new C7 as I did in 2004 for the C6. I Liked it so much I then bought one in Nov 04. Unfortunately according to the website, no C7 to be seen this year!
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
11-09-2012, 02:01 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 26,740
Posted By jwswanson

As high as this mounts, is the rear-facing radar...

As high as this mounts, is the rear-facing radar antenna not blocked by the car's roof?
John
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
07-16-2012, 08:35 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,722
Posted By jwswanson

Electrical problems following a flood, and you...

Electrical problems following a flood, and you blame the car?
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
07-11-2012, 10:42 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 5,364
Posted By jwswanson

I didn't know it was almost worn out until it was...

I didn't know it was almost worn out until it was replaced. The mechanic told me it was worn badly. There was a service bulletin for a situation where the clutch pedal would remain on the floor...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
07-10-2012, 09:39 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 5,364
Posted By jwswanson

I Did

It took awhile to find a post to use but I did send a PM so we will see what he suggests.

This is the third 'vette I have purchased new and it has had by far the most problems, and not...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
07-09-2012, 05:58 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 5,364
Posted By jwswanson

12 months, 12,000 miles and I'm just outside of...

12 months, 12,000 miles and I'm just outside of the 12 months. Both dealerships say the same thing. I always thought an issue brought up but not properly resoved during waranty was still covered...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
07-09-2012, 05:16 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 5,364
Posted By jwswanson

Harmonic Balancer failed again after 4,000 miles!

Last summer my '05 was still under GMPP extended warranty. I took it in because the belt chirped a couple of times, I had to add water a couple of times so I checked the crank pulley - slight...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
12-17-2011, 05:00 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,457
Posted By jwswanson

I use 2 small suction cups but have had to...

I use 2 small suction cups but have had to replace the original ones with some I bought at Ace hardware. One or the other has released a time or two in direct sunlight but generally they work just...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
11-17-2011, 10:36 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 521
Posted By jwswanson

2012 Corvette Daytona Prototype Unveiled

Just received a link from a friend and hope this is not a repeat. Interesting, and something I had not heard about before:
...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
09-22-2011, 08:36 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 304
Posted By jwswanson

Corvette Corral Pass

I was too late this year and the passes are sold out for the Petite. Anyone have a pass they won't need?

John
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
06-02-2011, 05:38 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,511
Posted By jwswanson

I used Tirerack for about 10 years and have been...

I used Tirerack for about 10 years and have been very pleased with their service. My installer went out of business so I had to locate a new one. I was so impressed with the local Discount Tire...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
05-02-2011, 03:37 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 328
Posted By jwswanson

Pulley bolt loose at 50,000 miles

I've been worried about this for years since my '05 is in the VIN range for the loose bolt. Fortunately I have GMPP for 10,000 more miles and a few months. About a month ago I had a check coolant...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
03-02-2011, 04:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 516
Posted By jwswanson

Sebring TV Coverage

Or not. I just realized ABC and not SPEED has the coverage this year. Major disappointment since that means there will be very little air time given and most if not all will be tape delayed.
John
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
02-13-2011, 10:10 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,155
Posted By jwswanson

Thanks to everyone for the replies....very...

Thanks to everyone for the replies....very helpful.

John
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