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Forum: C5 Tech
02-16-2010, 08:17 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 881
Posted By timemender

Fluid is checked HOT, car jacked up and level,...

Fluid is checked HOT, car jacked up and level, car at idle with the trans in park.

Proper fluid level is the bottom of the fill hole on the side of the pan.

Wear mechanics gloves to avoid...
Forum: C5 Tech
11-17-2009, 05:25 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 717
Posted By timemender

Shows a 1997 -98, but will get the job done. ...

Shows a 1997 -98, but will get the job done.

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/showthread.php?t=1881131
Forum: C5 Tech
11-12-2009, 08:24 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,383
Posted By timemender

NO – You should NOT mix difference run flats....

NO – You should NOT mix difference run flats. (And you most certainly cannot mix run flats and non-run flats on the same car)

Even with run-flats, sidewall stiffness between brands varies....
Forum: C5 Tech
11-12-2009, 02:10 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 673
Posted By timemender

1997 – 2000 TPMS cannot be programmed out. If for...

1997 – 2000 TPMS cannot be programmed out. If for whatever reason, one or more sensors fail to report, you will get a DIC message.

2001 – 2004 CAN be programmed out (tech-2 can do this)

If the...
Forum: C5 Tech
11-10-2009, 04:48 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 451
Posted By timemender

1997 to 2000 will work. All these are expensive...

1997 to 2000 will work. All these are expensive compared to the 2001 – 2004 fobs.

The 2000 car does NOT have the passive function, so while a 97 – 99 fob will work on a 2000 car to unlock the...
Forum: C5 Tech
11-05-2009, 11:41 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 793
Posted By timemender

What Engine Oil & Oil drain intervals? No...

What Engine Oil & Oil drain intervals?

No sludge at all before the pressure cleaning?

Owned the car since new?


:bigears
Forum: C5 Tech
11-05-2009, 11:13 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,243
Posted By timemender

Your best bet when researching new replacement...

Your best bet when researching new replacement parts is forum vendor/sponsor Gene Culley who operates GMPartsHouse.com

Contact info is listed on his web site. Very competitive prices.

Call and...
Forum: C5 Tech
11-04-2009, 01:00 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,735
Posted By timemender

Bypassing the neutral safety switch thereby...

Bypassing the neutral safety switch thereby allowing the car to be started in ANY gear is a really, really bad idea.

:willy:
Forum: C5 Tech
11-02-2009, 05:01 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 881
Posted By timemender

As long as the new o-rings are the correct size...

As long as the new o-rings are the correct size and are compatible with the (R-134a) refrigerant you’re good to go.


:thumbs:
Forum: C5 Tech
11-02-2009, 02:37 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,280
Posted By timemender

All the systems communicate between themselves...

All the systems communicate between themselves and the PCM & BCM through the “serial buss”. The serial buss is actually a wire that is common to all the computerized systems and these wires are all...
Forum: C5 Tech
11-02-2009, 01:14 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,798
Posted By timemender

Yes it did - sort of - (as I understand it) some...

Yes it did - sort of - (as I understand it) some time ago, the aluminum block broke away at the starter attaching point (bolt holes).


GOOD LUCK BILL :lurk:
Forum: C5 Tech
10-30-2009, 10:18 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 903
Posted By timemender

It is located directly on top of the differental,...

It is located directly on top of the differental, slightly towards the passenger side.

Pull your trouble codes through the DIC before you start ripping out and replacing parts at random.

...
Forum: C5 Tech
10-21-2009, 04:26 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 695
Posted By timemender

Below are some very good descriptive threads on...

Below are some very good descriptive threads on C5 &C6 (basically the same) jacking adaptors & methods.

I personally would never trust jacking on a wood 2X6 that spans the suspension points with...
Forum: C5 Tech
10-19-2009, 11:38 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,615
Posted By timemender

I don’t think you will find a Corvette specific...

I don’t think you will find a Corvette specific “kit”.

The company that makes the “Help” products sold in most parts stores make universal hinge pin kits complete with bronze bushings. Ask at the...
Forum: C5 Tech
10-09-2009, 02:05 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 7,959
Posted By timemender

Easy to test. Swing the door open about one...

Easy to test.

Swing the door open about one foot, grab the open door at the door handle area and lift up. Any hinge wear will be evident. Ideally, there should be ZERO play in the hinge(s).

My...
Forum: C5 Corvettes for Sale
10-07-2009, 01:40 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,016
Posted By timemender

No Price ----No Location --------No...

No Price

----No Location

--------No Photo(s)

-------------No Offers

------------------Imagine That
Forum: C5 Tech
10-02-2009, 11:19 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,385
Posted By timemender

GM made improvements to the rear hatch with the...

GM made improvements to the rear hatch with the C6 - it closes MUCH easier.
Forum: C5 Tech
10-02-2009, 11:15 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 505
Posted By timemender

First why is this guy screwing around with GM...

First why is this guy screwing around with GM fixes. They do NOT work.

This problem has been hashed over and over again.

IF he wants to cure the problem once and for all. do this -


1....
Forum: C5 Tech
10-01-2009, 11:22 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 759
Posted By timemender

Or you could refinish it for much less money. ...

Or you could refinish it for much less money.

Worth a try.

Print out the following post and take it to several body shops for estimates.
...
Forum: C5 Tech
10-01-2009, 11:18 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 895
Posted By timemender

:iagree: Yes there are many differences...

:iagree:

Yes there are many differences regarding the internal engine components and heads, but the LS1 & LS6 bare block is the same 2001 & up.

(GM decided to use the stronger, improved LS6...
Forum: C5 Tech
09-28-2009, 12:03 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 820
Posted By timemender

10-days to a dead battery is excessive drain....

10-days to a dead battery is excessive drain. Take Patches’ advice and find the excess power drain.

My (stock electrically) 2000 can sit six weeks without a tender and start unassisted. I've never...
Forum: C5 Tech
09-25-2009, 05:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,653
Posted By timemender

No blow-by but my Corvette does make a loud noise...

No blow-by but my Corvette does make a loud noise when I give it full pedal – Unless I’m driving alone.

Avoid the Mobil-1 “Extended” or “High Mileage” oils.

Yes, I see that Mobil-1 0w-30 does...
Forum: C5 Tech
09-24-2009, 04:16 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 550
Posted By timemender

The Oil Life Monitor can be reset in two ways. ...

The Oil Life Monitor can be reset in two ways.

1. Turn the ignition to ON (engine NOT running) and depress the gas pedal to the floor three times – all within 5-seconds.

2. Bring up the Oil...
Forum: C5 Tech
09-24-2009, 01:55 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,192
Posted By timemender

The Summit pulley has a keyway. ATI is the...

The Summit pulley has a keyway. ATI is the pinning method that is best and is made to use the keyway slot in the new pulley’s hub.

Use red lock-tight on that ARP bolt and torque it down to 240 ft...
Forum: C5 Tech
09-24-2009, 12:25 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,731
Posted By timemender

Suspension Position Sensor-LF LH front...

Suspension Position Sensor-LF
LH front wheelhouse forward of the shock absorber
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Suspension Position Sensor - LR
LH rear wheelhouse front of the control arm
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