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Forum: C7 General Discussion
04-17-2024, 03:40 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 873
Posted By davanz

I also get tired of holding the brake at long...

I also get tired of holding the brake at long lights and use this technique. Just pull up the E Brake control and set it. Then whenever you open the throttle to take off, the E Brake automatically...
Forum: C7 General Discussion
04-17-2024, 08:09 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 530
Posted By davanz

Another vote for Powerstop Z26, with an added...

Another vote for Powerstop Z26, with an added comment. The instructions on the box give a procedure for breaking in the pads when first installed. It calls for a few hard brake applications from...
Forum: Other Cars
03-21-2024, 12:59 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 125
Posted By davanz

How old are the sensors? They have batteries...

How old are the sensors? They have batteries which normally last only a few years. And the best cure is new sensors if they have a few years on them.
Forum: C7 General Discussion
03-07-2024, 03:59 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,988
Posted By davanz

This reminds me of something I think many...

This reminds me of something I think many overlook. It is true that most modern engines have knock sensors to retard timing. However, consider the term "knock sensor". It is a device that...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
03-02-2024, 03:40 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 768
Posted By davanz

Thanks laser, that makes perfect sense. I hadn't...

Thanks laser, that makes perfect sense. I hadn't thought of the idea that the scavenge pump is not immersed in liquid as is normally true of the oil pressure pump. The next time I check I am going...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
03-02-2024, 02:15 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 768
Posted By davanz

Oil level check

I understand that in a conventional wet sump engine, there needs to be a few minutes of time after engine shut down before checking oil level, to allow most of the oil in the engine to drain into the...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
12-27-2023, 09:18 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,657
Posted By davanz

Remember, repair shops are not required to report...

Remember, repair shops are not required to report to Carfax or any like organization. It is strictly voluntary. A few months ago, I bought a 2019 Ram from Carmax, which supplied a Carfax report,...
Forum: C7 General Discussion
11-30-2023, 10:27 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 764
Posted By davanz

Car carriers

I am posting this in this section and the Off Topic sections to increase the chances of getting feedback. I am in the process of buying a car in Indiana and I am in Texas. I would appreciate some...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
09-22-2023, 04:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,657
Posted By davanz

Take it apart, remove battery and circuit board....

Take it apart, remove battery and circuit board. Spray all components liberally with an electric contact cleaner, such as CRC brand. Let it totally dry, then repeat again. Let it sit for a few hours...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
09-22-2023, 04:06 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,091
Posted By davanz

Are the stock ZR1 wheels as flimsy also?

Are the stock ZR1 wheels as flimsy also?
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
05-16-2023, 04:07 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 237
Posted By davanz

Ncm and andy pilgrim

Does anyone know why the NCM Motorsports Park doesn't offer the Andy Pilgrim program anymore?
Forum: C7 General Discussion
04-24-2023, 03:58 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 6,774
Posted By davanz

Consider the above reasoning. If the knock sensor...

Consider the above reasoning. If the knock sensor adjusts timing, that means THERE HAS BEEN KNOCKING, PAST TENSE. So, my reasoning is to help prevent any pre ignition knock/ping by using higher...
Forum: C7 General Discussion
04-17-2023, 12:34 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 577
Posted By davanz

Eureka springs 2023

I went to this event years ago, when they had actual autocross, seminars at the Best Western convention center, and midnight drives. But then that all went away, and then when I went in 2019, I could...
Forum: Southeast
04-17-2023, 12:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 681
Posted By davanz

Eureka springs 2023

I went to this event years ago, when they had actual autocross, seminars at the Best Western convention center, and midnight drives. But then that all went away, and then when I went in 2019, I could...
Forum: Testing
04-11-2023, 06:03 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 429
Posted By davanz

davanz test

This is a test by the admin to verify the password works.
Forum: C8 Tech/Performance
02-02-2023, 09:06 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 560
Posted By davanz

Thanks for the reply Kracka. A follow up...

Thanks for the reply Kracka. A follow up question. For initial acceleration/torque to get off the line, a torque converter will let the engine rev up to the converter's stall speed, which increases...
Forum: C8 Tech/Performance
01-28-2023, 03:34 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 560
Posted By davanz

Dct question

A question for my education. How does a DCT "de-couple" when at a stop. And when the throttle is opened to take off, and the engine RPMs rise how is the transmission engaed? Without a torque...
Forum: C7 General Discussion
08-28-2022, 05:13 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,507
Posted By davanz

I agree with previous posts. That did not come...

I agree with previous posts. That did not come out of your differential. Are you SURE it is an honest shop/dealership? Possible plant, just to generate more, (unneeded), service business.
Forum: Other Cars
05-17-2022, 06:32 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,725
Posted By davanz

An industrial strength YUUUKK

An industrial strength YUUUKK
Forum: C8 General Discussion
05-03-2022, 08:59 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,527
Posted By davanz

Obviously I did.

Obviously I did.
Forum: C8 General Discussion
05-03-2022, 07:17 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,527
Posted By davanz

Hopefully not a cf member

My buddy and I were at the Bowling Green NCM Bash last week. When we came out to leave, this C8 was parked so close to my Audi that it was hard to get in without banging the door of the C8....
Forum: Southeast
04-22-2022, 08:11 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,503
Posted By davanz

I am leaving from East Next Wednesday. I have...

I am leaving from East Next Wednesday. I have made it several times since my first in 2006.
Forum: Southeast
04-22-2022, 08:06 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 798
Posted By davanz

Eureka springs 2022

Did the dates for this get changed? Last year I thought it was scheduled for October 6-9, now the website shows Sept 29-Oct 2.
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
03-07-2022, 04:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,541
Posted By davanz

[QUOTE=atljar;1604833115]The tank acts as a trap....

[QUOTE=atljar;1604833115]The tank acts as a trap. So yes its very possible there was an air pocket elsewhere that broke free and moved its way to the tank.

That's what I am hoping, and I think...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
03-07-2022, 02:55 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,541
Posted By davanz

Supercharge cooling system air bubbles

I've read a lot on this forum about using different methods to get the air out of the supercharger cooling system and I may need to do it. But I have not found an answer to this question:

My car...
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