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Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
07-04-2011, 10:42 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 3,816
Posted By ace996

The electronic aids of the newer GT3s...yeah, not...

The electronic aids of the newer GT3s...yeah, not the most loved aspects of the 997 GT3s. Many believe that the 996 GT3s are the better track platform for the lack of nannies and driver aids. They...
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
07-04-2011, 01:57 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 3,816
Posted By ace996

I agree with the 'different habits' but not the...

I agree with the 'different habits' but not the 'harder to drive fast'. There seems to be a common misconception that the 911s, especially the GT3s, seem to have and I don't understand it. I...
Forum: C5 Corvettes for Sale
04-02-2011, 11:46 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,875
Posted By ace996

Car was picked-up by new owner this morning. I'm...

Car was picked-up by new owner this morning. I'm quite sad to see her go, but glad it's going to a good home.

Time for the replacement....
Forum: C5 Corvettes for Sale
03-23-2011, 06:21 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,875
Posted By ace996

Scooter was nothing but a pure gentleman in this...

Scooter was nothing but a pure gentleman in this transaction. I'm very relieved to hear he'll be doing with the car what God intended, clipping apexes and shredding straightaways. I'm sad to no...
Forum: C5 Corvettes for Sale
03-20-2011, 07:42 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,875
Posted By ace996

Walk around video...sorry for the technical...

Walk around video...sorry for the technical difficulties, wasn't my camera...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JleMHLVOQzY

Washed the car today, looks great!!!


UPDATE - Payment has been...
Forum: C5 Corvettes for Sale
03-19-2011, 01:08 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,875
Posted By ace996

There apparently is a line now. Sale pending.

There apparently is a line now. Sale pending.
Forum: C5 Corvettes for Sale
03-19-2011, 09:52 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,875
Posted By ace996

Pms returned.

Pms returned.
Forum: C5 Corvettes for Sale
03-18-2011, 10:52 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,875
Posted By ace996

Thanks for the bump.

Thanks for the bump.
Forum: C5 Corvettes for Sale
03-18-2011, 09:52 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,875
Posted By ace996

All PMs returned...busy Friday 'cause of the nice...

All PMs returned...busy Friday 'cause of the nice weather, I guess.
Forum: C5 Corvettes for Sale
03-17-2011, 11:33 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,875
Posted By ace996

http://i512.photobucket.com/albums/t322/ace-996/20...

http://i512.photobucket.com/albums/t322/ace-996/2001Z06/Z0620Side20View1.jpg

Ready for Spring!!! Extra set of Speedline wheels with 275/315 Toyo R888, one track session on them.
Forum: C5 Corvettes for Sale
03-16-2011, 10:10 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,875
Posted By ace996

Price drop... $21,000 OBO. $22K with extra...

Price drop...

$21,000 OBO. $22K with extra stock wheels and R888s.

Thanks for your consideration.
Forum: C5 Corvettes for Sale
03-16-2011, 10:00 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 685
Posted By ace996

Not in Texas, but shipping can be arranged, call...

Not in Texas, but shipping can be arranged, call it $22K shipped and I'll throw in the extra set of wheels with R888s.
Link:...
Forum: C5 Corvettes for Sale
03-15-2011, 11:59 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,875
Posted By ace996

They have become quite expensive lately. But I'm...

They have become quite expensive lately. But I'm staying away from the STI, it's a mod-whore.
Miss my last one... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MkHQW_LSg_g&feature=mfu_in_order&list=UL
Notice the...
Forum: C5 Corvettes for Sale
03-14-2011, 10:18 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,875
Posted By ace996

The appeal to keep the car has been denied by the...

The appeal to keep the car has been denied by the 'better half', she wants me to buy a Subaru (4 seats, all season driver). Had an STI before but the new ones are too much and the used ones are...
Forum: C5 Corvettes for Sale
03-13-2011, 08:13 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,875
Posted By ace996

PMs returned. Took her out today for little...

PMs returned.

Took her out today for little drive and to buy fluids for a full "after winter" fluid changing.
Drove like a dream!!! Am I fricking crazy to sell this????

Be good,
TomK
Forum: C5 Corvettes for Sale
03-12-2011, 11:16 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,875
Posted By ace996

No problem, Dave, there's plenty on the car so...

No problem, Dave, there's plenty on the car so I'm sure you'll be busy for a while...:thumbs:

1. The HP peak is at 6800rpm, the torque peak rounds out at about 5800rpm, but is very flat from 5000...
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
03-12-2011, 06:56 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 885
Posted By ace996

It's actually burning less, or at least slower. ...

It's actually burning less, or at least slower.

Higher octane fuel is harder to burn, so if your car is not "tuned" for it, less fuel is burned = less heat. This is evident in cars without cats...
Forum: C5 Corvettes for Sale
03-12-2011, 03:24 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,152
Posted By ace996

Usually, with under 90% loan-to-value and good...

Usually, with under 90% loan-to-value and good credit, you can find under 5% for used car loans. My co-worker just was offered a 3.9% for 60 month used-car-loan from our local credit union - $40K...
Forum: C5 Corvettes for Sale
03-12-2011, 02:59 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,875
Posted By ace996

FS: L.I.,NY - '01 Z06 Yellow/Black 477RWHP

UPDATE - CAR HAS BEEN SOLD!!!


Situation at job has changed, can not justify a 2 seater/3rd car with two young sons - my '01Z is now for sale.

The car is stunning, runs very strong and is...
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
03-08-2011, 11:20 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 5,916
Posted By ace996

Great!!! Sounds like my past experiences with...

Great!!! Sounds like my past experiences with FormulaV when I autox'd. I used to do the same application/wrap/storage as you described. I drove to my events to 'scrub' the slickness off the...
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
03-08-2011, 11:13 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,589
Posted By ace996

Cool, guys, thanks so much for the help. Be...

Cool, guys, thanks so much for the help.
Be good,
TomK
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
03-07-2011, 06:59 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 744
Posted By ace996

I run another set of stock Z wheels... 17s up...

I run another set of stock Z wheels... 17s up front, 18s in the rear. They are light, relatively cheap to buy used, and clear a couple of upgraded caliper/rotor kits.
Be good,
TomK
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
03-07-2011, 06:51 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,589
Posted By ace996

Changing oil/diff/tranny fluid with Coolers???

So I have the RD/DRM rad with oil-cooler and need to change the oil for LRP in April.
Does the car require more oil since I've the oil cooler and additional lines? I assume so but would hate to...
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
03-07-2011, 06:13 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,285
Posted By ace996

Location? Any pictures to show condition? ...

Location? Any pictures to show condition?
Thanks,
TomK
kokinias at verizon dot net
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
03-06-2011, 10:36 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,468
Posted By ace996

I think brakes would be the better choice first. ...

I think brakes would be the better choice first.
Be good,
TomK
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