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Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
11-20-2008, 12:33 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 274
Posted By AraiGP4

Any Info on the Vette Smith?

There is a local shop in Miami called the Vette Smith. They primarily specialize in Corvette restorations, but also claim to work on current Vettes. I'm considering them for the installation of...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
08-08-2008, 01:16 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 4,545
Posted By AraiGP4

12.3 mpg stop and go in the city. About double...

12.3 mpg stop and go in the city. About double that on the road.
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
07-07-2008, 12:58 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 23,026
Posted By AraiGP4

Don't know about steet use, but Willans harnesses...

Don't know about steet use, but Willans harnesses were installed in my racing car for many seasons and I was well pleased with them.

It is absolutely vital that the harnesses be installed in...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
06-27-2008, 12:00 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 13,592
Posted By AraiGP4

From the posts, it would appear that the "new"...

From the posts, it would appear that the "new" T6060 is more robust, but the "old" T56 shifts more smoothly. I'm very pleased with the T56 in my '07 Z06. Much better gearchanges than the T56 in the...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
06-24-2008, 04:18 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 971
Posted By AraiGP4

My '07 Z06 also shifts much more precisely and...

My '07 Z06 also shifts much more precisely and smoothly than did my '05 Z51.

I test drove drove a new '08 Z51 recently and IMHO, the gearchange on my '07 Z06 is smoother and less notchy. Couldn't...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
05-21-2008, 10:16 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,389
Posted By AraiGP4

If I was going to spend 6 figures for a grand...

If I was going to spend 6 figures for a grand tourer, I'd rather have a used, well kept Maranello than a ZR1. Or perhaps an Aston Martin Vantage. For an edgy, fast sports car, my Z06 does quite...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
05-21-2008, 08:50 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,389
Posted By AraiGP4

Z06 vs. ZR1--Which will be faster?

There are likely some Z06 owners who feel their cars may now be relegated to 2nd rate performance status with the advent of the ZR1. This depends on how you define performance.

IMHO, the ZR1 was...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
05-14-2008, 10:45 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,762
Posted By AraiGP4

1. A first rate alignment and oil change at about...

1. A first rate alignment and oil change at about 1,000 miles.

2. A CAGS eliminator.

3. Lloyd's mats.

4. A hard wired Valentine One radar detector, with a Great Lakes mirror mount.

5. A...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
05-14-2008, 10:39 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,465
Posted By AraiGP4

As a Z06 owner, I concur that it is an awesome...

As a Z06 owner, I concur that it is an awesome car. Not just an awesome car for the money, but an awesome car, period. One of the best in the world at any price.

The Z06 also marks the end of an...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
05-14-2008, 10:25 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,909
Posted By AraiGP4

Quite frankly, I'd wait for an '09. I'm very...

Quite frankly, I'd wait for an '09. I'm very pleased with my '07 and have no complaints. The '08 has an "improved" steering rack and gearbox, but some have expressed issues with the gearbox.

When...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
04-21-2008, 03:37 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,808
Posted By AraiGP4

IMHO, it isn't just about horsepower. It's about...

IMHO, it isn't just about horsepower. It's about balance. The stock Z06 is a very well balanced car. Brakes, chassis, steering, gearbox, weight, tires, handling and the engine all meld together. The...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
04-10-2008, 01:15 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 6,311
Posted By AraiGP4

The gearbox in my '07 Z06 has shifted smoothly...

The gearbox in my '07 Z06 has shifted smoothly and precisely since the beginning, so I'm pleased not to have the "new and improved" model. It is a huge improvement over the balky and notchy tranny...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
03-11-2008, 02:50 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,531
Posted By AraiGP4

:iagree: Not using a HANS device under these...

:iagree: Not using a HANS device under these circumstances is akin to a uniform police officer going on patrol without a vest. If you have any questions about HANS use, why don't you call Jim Downing...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
03-11-2008, 02:39 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 689
Posted By AraiGP4

I get 11.8 to 12 mpg, mostly short drives in city...

I get 11.8 to 12 mpg, mostly short drives in city traffic. In the low 20's on the open road with no traffic. The CAGS is disabled. These numbers are when driving the car moderately. I didn't buy it...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
03-11-2008, 11:53 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 814
Posted By AraiGP4

8 Months and no complaints....

I took delivery of my '07 Z06 8 months ago and am more impressed with each passing mile. Service issues have been minor. The rear end clunking went away after the TSB was completed and a few miles...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
03-07-2008, 02:21 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,846
Posted By AraiGP4

My '07 Z06 came with Nav and it is virtually...

My '07 Z06 came with Nav and it is virtually useless, even with the $250/year voice download feature. Much better to do without this overpriced option and buy a Garmin 550C or equivalent portable...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
12-26-2007, 08:11 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 279
Posted By AraiGP4

Does anyone know a good Corvette shop in the Miami area?

It's time to do a few mods on my Z06. Angel Diaz has left Kelley Chevrolet in Hallandale, so I'm now in need of a good Corvette shop to install coilovers, perform a proper alignment and perhaps add...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
12-18-2007, 03:37 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,274
Posted By AraiGP4

I thought the latest rumor was that Ferrari was...

I thought the latest rumor was that Ferrari was going to purchase GM and stop Corvette production altogether because they believe the C6 hurts 599 GTB sales.
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
12-18-2007, 03:32 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,432
Posted By AraiGP4

I drove an '08 Z51 and an '07 Z06 when I made the...

I drove an '08 Z51 and an '07 Z06 when I made the decision to buy in July, '07. I could not discern a difference between the '07 and '08 gearbox in terms of shifting ease or precision, nor could I...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
12-07-2007, 03:43 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,139
Posted By AraiGP4

Price? Do you recommend keeping the stock...

Price? Do you recommend keeping the stock antiroll bars? Can you recommend a competent installer in the Miami, FL area?
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
11-18-2007, 06:08 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,574
Posted By AraiGP4

It's true--No Z06 for '09. The late news flash is...

It's true--No Z06 for '09. The late news flash is that Ferrari intends to buy Chevrolet and will cancel the Z06 because they fear the Z06 is hurting 599 GTB sales. You heard it here first!
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
11-08-2007, 06:44 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 560
Posted By AraiGP4

dashboard rattle

At about 2K miles on my '07 Z06, a loud buzzing rattle started on the upper part of the driver's side dash, over the instrument cluster. Light hand pressure on the dash stops the noise. Any...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
10-16-2007, 10:17 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 878
Posted By AraiGP4

No problems, except that @12.2 mpg, I find I have...

No problems, except that @12.2 mpg, I find I have to remove it all too frequently to fill the gas tank.
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
10-12-2007, 07:02 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 496
Posted By AraiGP4

Had a similar problem. Do a search. There is...

Had a similar problem. Do a search. There is plenty posted on this.
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
10-04-2007, 08:17 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,255
Posted By AraiGP4

Yes, that '67 427 tri-power 427 coupe,...

Yes, that '67 427 tri-power 427 coupe, definitely. An original Ford GT, a Ferrari Berlinetta 250 GTO, a Cobra Daytona Coupe, a 289 Cobra roadster, a Porsche 904, A Chaparral or a Scarab. Perhaps a...
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