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Forum: C5 Tech
05-17-2022, 03:46 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 951
Posted By MongoZ06

I swapped from the C6Z shocks to the DRM...

I swapped from the C6Z shocks to the DRM Bilsteins and the DRM's are soooo much better. I noticed a difference pretty quick.
I would go with the DRM's or even the B6's like Bandit recommends, it's...
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
03-28-2022, 08:58 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,919
Posted By MongoZ06

Yes, but mine are a few years old so the seat...

Yes, but mine are a few years old so the seat cover doesn't cover all of the aluminum like thier newer model does. I did however have them make me 2 color covers so they still look good in the car....
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
03-28-2022, 10:48 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,919
Posted By MongoZ06

I'm 6'3" and 360 lbs. I'm running an 18" wide...

I'm 6'3" and 360 lbs.
I'm running an 18" wide Ultra Shield Rally Sport Seat mounted to the Marrad base on sliders.

It's a bit easier to get in and out of than some of the other seats out there...
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
10-29-2019, 10:31 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 704
Posted By MongoZ06

What tires are you running?

What tires are you running?
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
01-04-2019, 08:33 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,184
Posted By MongoZ06

With 60k on the clock at most those shocks would...

With 60k on the clock at most those shocks would have that many miles if they were installed once the original owner brought it home. If I were to take an educated guess I would think those shocks...
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
01-03-2019, 04:05 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,184
Posted By MongoZ06

How many miles are the car?

How many miles are the car?
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
01-03-2019, 02:38 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,184
Posted By MongoZ06

If the whole "system" is T1 already my first...

If the whole "system" is T1 already my first inclination would be to stick with the Sachs as all of those components were literally engineered to work together.

Regarding if your shocks are bad or...
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
01-02-2019, 03:51 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,184
Posted By MongoZ06

Are the Springs and Sways also T1 or are they...

Are the Springs and Sways also T1 or are they stock? (sorry just trying to have a clear understanding of what you have on the car)
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
12-09-2018, 08:41 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 24,762
Posted By MongoZ06

Has anyone been able to confirm if any of the C5...

Has anyone been able to confirm if any of the C5 Z06 repo wheels will fit the kits that the oem speedlines fit?
Im looking to have a set of wheels for tooling around on the street that wont break...
Forum: C5 General
08-07-2017, 10:29 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,148
Posted By MongoZ06

I agree with those saying it's mostly likely...

I agree with those saying it's mostly likely something put on by the previous owner. Saw quite a bit of windshield banners similar to this back in the late 90's
Forum: C5 General
08-04-2017, 02:28 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,019
Posted By MongoZ06

For cleaning I use a towel and a small bucket of...

For cleaning I use a towel and a small bucket of water with a splash of Woolite.

For protection I don't think you can beat 303 Aerospace Protectant. 303 has been well known in the boating...
Forum: C5 General
08-01-2017, 11:42 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,520
Posted By MongoZ06

@oh1vette, I've read over that thread a few times...

@oh1vette, I've read over that thread a few times already and while it could be a possible fix I'm concerned that my vinyl may have shrunk enough where fixing it that way would really be a short term...
Forum: C5 General
07-31-2017, 10:59 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,520
Posted By MongoZ06

Has anyone done this as a possible fix for the delaminating door panel?

The idea would be to cut along the red line in the pic below to give the vinyl some relief (since it has shrunk) so it can be glued back down.
...
Forum: C5 General
06-22-2017, 11:08 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,994
Posted By MongoZ06

If the car is in good shape top to bottom and...

If the car is in good shape top to bottom and looks like it was taken care of I would have no hesitations on buying it.
Tracking a car as novice driver does not put the type of wear and tear on...
Forum: C5 General
06-09-2017, 11:13 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,768
Posted By MongoZ06

I actually already ran that color on my wheels...

I actually already ran that color on my wheels for a couple years.

Did the same thing with a base coat/clear coat, unfortunately the paint didn't hold up as well as I was hoping thus why I'm...
Forum: C5 General
06-07-2017, 03:03 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,768
Posted By MongoZ06

Planning to get OEM Wheels Powder Coated, looking for some color ideas

As the title states I'm looking to get my oem Speedline wheels powder coated soon and I'm thinking about going with Satin/semi-gloss Black.

I currently have a set of gloss black C6Z wheels on it...
Forum: C5 General
06-02-2017, 02:27 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 7,256
Posted By MongoZ06

I used to use tire shine but not anymore. No...

I used to use tire shine but not anymore.
No matter which product I used it always slung off in the wheel wells and on the sides of the car. After a while I would notice that it would leave a film...
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
05-26-2017, 09:43 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,398
Posted By MongoZ06

A 525 rwhp C5Z on the track would be a beast for...

A 525 rwhp C5Z on the track would be a beast for sure on slicks.

If this is your true HP goal then I would say to save your money and go with a built motor. I've looked into similar HP goals with...
Forum: C5 General
05-17-2017, 02:13 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,071
Posted By MongoZ06

Here are some up close shots with some switchback...

Here are some up close shots with some switchback LEDs
(It was extremely bright out when I took these pics)
...
Forum: C5 General
05-17-2017, 10:58 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,071
Posted By MongoZ06

I went with the Smoked look ...

I went with the Smoked look


https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.corvetteforum.com-vbulletin/640x360/80-27075311875_801a4f1225_z_7712c9368d39ac430000a345357670204e0972b4.jpg
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
05-04-2017, 04:40 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,099
Posted By MongoZ06

Probably about 10 The first half done on...

Probably about 10

The first half done on continental slicks and the other half on street tires.

Also add in the fact that I've put about 10-12K miles on the car since doing the bushings between...
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
05-04-2017, 09:48 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,099
Posted By MongoZ06

No issues here, I've had the pFadt/AFE kit on my...

No issues here, I've had the pFadt/AFE kit on my car for about 5 or 6 years now.

I haven't seen any crumbling nor have any of the bushings pushed out or look like they are trying to push out.
Forum: Southeast
05-03-2017, 05:04 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 456
Posted By MongoZ06

Looking for a Facilities Management Job in North FL

Due to a severe health issue my father-in-law has experienced (along with the fact that the rest of our parents and siblings live there) I'm looking to move my family back to the Jacksonville/St Aug...
Forum: C5 General
04-19-2017, 11:24 AM
Replies: 29
C5
Views: 3,689
Posted By MongoZ06

Go with the C5 I traded in a 2002 WS6 for...

Go with the C5

I traded in a 2002 WS6 for mine and haven't looked back.
Forum: C5 General
04-19-2017, 11:04 AM
Replies: 29
C5
Views: 3,689
Posted By MongoZ06

Maintenance costs aren't high as everyone makes...

Maintenance costs aren't high as everyone makes them out to be unless you're taking your car to a mechanic for every little thing. If you're a do-it-yourself kinda person the C5 is fairly easy to...
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