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Forum: C5 Tech
04-13-2024, 08:34 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 11,058
Posted By DWC4

Great writeup! I was about to do this process...

Great writeup! I was about to do this process (squealing down there) on my '03 C5 auto trans, but I have now - after reading this and imbibing several beers, the only part of your process I can...
Forum: C5 Tech
04-08-2024, 04:54 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 214
Posted By DWC4

THANK YOU, I did find my download but I'm sure...

THANK YOU, I did find my download but I'm sure this will be a valuable post for others, appreciated!!
Forum: C5 Tech
04-08-2024, 04:52 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 176
Posted By DWC4

YES!!!!! Thanks so much, I really did try on my...

YES!!!!! Thanks so much, I really did try on my own. Much appreciated!
Forum: C5 Tech
04-06-2024, 03:20 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 214
Posted By DWC4

C5 FSM full shop manual, someone posted a copy in ZIP?? can't find it.

Some fine gentleman here posted a link to a full downloadable copy of the C5 FSM Full Shop Manual, I thought I downloaded and saved link too but, apparently not. Anyone know where that might be??...
Forum: C5 Tech
04-06-2024, 02:41 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 176
Posted By DWC4

Thanks for the schema, yes I can do basic...

Thanks for the schema, yes I can do basic electrical and know how to use a meter. And I just ran it with AC on and fan or, fans both kicked in, couldn't see real clearly but will check again when I...
Forum: C5 Tech
04-06-2024, 01:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 227
Posted By DWC4

turned out to be from front, shop was waaay off!...

turned out to be from front, shop was waaay off! but thanks both, good info!!
Forum: C5 Tech
04-05-2024, 03:42 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 176
Posted By DWC4

c5 cooling fan power connector(s) location

I swear I've looked for this a lot of ways, I'm not being lazy - and can't by looking in the fan area or online figure out where the darn fan power connectors are so that I can run power to them...
Forum: C5 Tech
03-29-2024, 11:20 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 435
Posted By DWC4

should I do my own harmonic balancer repair or a shop?

I hope all is well with Mr. Bill Curlee, whose priceless tips and tricks on this forum have saved me tons of time and money - thank you sir!
Forum: C5 Tech
03-29-2024, 08:30 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 227
Posted By DWC4

Yes, should quit driving it, agreed and that's...

Yes, should quit driving it, agreed and that's great info on a possible repair - thank you both. I was thinking of the JB Weld approach myself, it can do wonders but not miracles.
Forum: C5 Tech
03-28-2024, 04:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 227
Posted By DWC4

rear axle 'pinhole' leak, repair or replace options?

My question is about 'repairing' a pinhole leak in a real axle housing.

Went in for an oil change (free!) and coolant flush (I am not doing that myself in CO winter) and a lookover, a good shop...
Forum: C5 Tech
03-11-2024, 01:39 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 313
Posted By DWC4

Dorman arrived, about $25 on Amazon, looks good,...

Dorman arrived, about $25 on Amazon, looks good, has some treatment on the threads for a good seal PLUS a built in crush washer. Doing the job soon.
Dorman 30PS0026 3228A $25 AMAZON, OIL PRESSURE...
Forum: C5 Tech
03-07-2024, 01:33 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 313
Posted By DWC4

use a crush washer when installing oil pressure sensor?

I'm getting a Dorman sensor, I've had good luck with their window regulators. One review said use a crush washer when installing, seems sensible - ??? And torque it properly etc.
Forum: C5 Tech
02-22-2024, 10:20 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 404
Posted By DWC4

Thank you, will do! I’ll go ahead and order them.

Thank you, will do! I’ll go ahead and order them.
Forum: C5 Tech
02-22-2024, 09:17 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 404
Posted By DWC4

Found it. But I'll gladly pay more in hopes it's...

Found it. But I'll gladly pay more in hopes it's better quality and longer lasting (?). If it was $100 vs $200, maybe not, but for $30 extra bucks?
The $60 part has thread coating, and a screen it...
Forum: C5 Tech
02-21-2024, 09:32 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 404
Posted By DWC4

Getting the OReilly part, other parts to replace while in there/

Guess I'll go with this one and make sure to buy a thin wall socket also (right?), it has the most and best reviews.
Are there other parts I should replace while I'm in there? I'll clean stuff for...
Forum: C5 Tech
02-21-2024, 06:33 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 404
Posted By DWC4

thank you great feedback

Gotta pick one and go for it. Thank you all!
Forum: C5 Tech
02-21-2024, 01:32 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 404
Posted By DWC4

C5 oil pressure sender/switch, which one/source? OReilly's and RockAuto list

There are lots of posts on this subject, a lot to wade through. I'm going to buy not build one or relocate, if I regret it later so be it. But has anyone used any of these successfully, both OReilly...
Forum: C5 Tech
02-21-2024, 01:21 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,006
Posted By DWC4

C5 oil sensor needed, OReilly's suggested as source but which one of 5 listed?

https://www.oreillyauto.com/shop/b/lighting---electrical/switches/engine-switches/oil-pressure-sensor-switch/476acd2f2028/v/a/3210/automotive-car-2003-chevrolet-corvette?q=oil+pressure+sensor%2Fswitch...
Forum: C5 Tech
02-15-2024, 03:19 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 313
Posted By DWC4

Thank you, didn't think of this!!! Appreciated....

Thank you, didn't think of this!!! Appreciated. (yes, it's the sensor as you suggested, pegs at power on) I'll study the relocate mod and tackle it soon.
Forum: C5 Tech
02-15-2024, 01:46 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 313
Posted By DWC4

80 PSI reading, 2003 C5 135K miles - bad gauge or real trouble?

I just noticed my oil pressure is pegged at 80psi - and for a while i did have an oil burning smell inside, but it stopped a few weeks ago as I was getting all set to do that nasty oil sensor...
Forum: C7 General Discussion
02-03-2024, 11:19 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,905
Posted By DWC4

thank you!

Awesome. Thanks so much. I’ll try to fix mine but now if that breaks it, not a train wreck.
Forum: C7 General Discussion
02-02-2024, 03:51 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,905
Posted By DWC4

Holy moly. Guess Ill make do. Thank you!!

Holy moly. Guess Ill make do. Thank you!!
Forum: C7 General Discussion
02-02-2024, 12:47 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,905
Posted By DWC4

Hello - great shot, thanks! Your tip on getting...

Hello - great shot, thanks! Your tip on getting that cover off is appreciated.

So it looks like somehow your latch/arm was broken off. My top fell on the ground and the latch is jammed in the...
Forum: C5 Tech
01-15-2024, 02:12 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 544
Posted By DWC4

Ha, funny because I initially wrote that I'd take...

Ha, funny because I initially wrote that I'd take a pic for you but it's -3F in my garage, no thanks! (Denver area) I was in FL with a buddy in the 70s, he was a sharp money guy (we were early 20s so...
Forum: C5 Tech
01-15-2024, 01:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 544
Posted By DWC4

If it doesn't seal you probably hear air flow and...

If it doesn't seal you probably hear air flow and also have water getting inside.
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