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Forum: C5 Tech
07-17-2022, 09:31 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 358
Posted By alextz

stripped rear upper shock mount frame hole

Ok, so the rear upper shock mount on my C5Z, the threaded hole that bolts the shock mounting plate to the frame has stripped out. Normally it is an M8 x 1.25mm pitch thread. Has anyone had any luck...
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
03-05-2021, 10:42 PM
Replies: 183
Views: 10,563
Posted By alextz

The C8R uses 18" wheels. If you really want to...

The C8R uses 18" wheels. If you really want to track your car in a practical sense and not just for bragging rights, the should do 18's or 19s, and not have high dollar carbon fiber wheels, because...
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing Classifieds
10-02-2020, 09:06 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,688
Posted By alextz

Yes, they do poke a little. But Wheels are sold....

Yes, they do poke a little. But Wheels are sold. Thanks for looking.
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing Classifieds
09-30-2020, 07:26 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,688
Posted By alextz

Additional Info, the 335/30/18 A7 Hoosiers have a...

Additional Info, the 335/30/18 A7 Hoosiers have a build date code of 5119. I forgot, they were new this spring, first used in June.
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing Classifieds
09-30-2020, 12:40 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,688
Posted By alextz

Forgeline GS1R for sale (18x12, 18x13)

SOLD!!!!!

a set of Forgeline GS1R wheels, open lug design, Satin Black. The lightest wheels around. no powder coat on barrel to save weight. True Forged. I am the original owner. Wheels used for...
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing Classifieds
07-08-2020, 06:31 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,982
Posted By alextz

Still for sale

Still for sale
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing Classifieds
05-26-2020, 05:38 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,982
Posted By alextz

Yes, still for sale.

Yes, still for sale.
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
05-03-2020, 11:10 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,184
Posted By alextz

Here is the issue with the C5, C6, and C7: ...

Here is the issue with the C5, C6, and C7:

GM uses the bump stops on the car to act as springs, i.e. they are an active part of the suspension and not just for when you hit a big bump.

So,...
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing Classifieds
02-10-2020, 10:59 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,982
Posted By alextz

I think it still has original valvesprings. Car...

I think it still has original valvesprings. Car has never had a problem.
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing Classifieds
02-10-2020, 10:57 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,982
Posted By alextz

1st/2nd gear synchro has a snap ring that failed...

1st/2nd gear synchro has a snap ring that failed causing grinding into 1st gear. This is a typical failure on the transmission. In any case, transmisison was rebuilt with new synchros/rings/pads.
Forum: C5 Corvettes for Sale
11-27-2019, 01:42 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,448
Posted By alextz

2002 C5 Z06, BLK/BLK, 32.8K miles ONE OWNER car.

Cross posting from Autocross classifieds.

$24K OBO includes Car, extra set of GM wheels, Rebuilt transmission in 2017, 33.8K miles, Penske shocks, and Addco bar.

Will separate extra wheels and...
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
11-27-2019, 01:37 PM
Replies: 193
Views: 38,619
Posted By alextz

How streched is the 315 A05z on a 12" wheel?...

How streched is the 315 A05z on a 12" wheel? anybody got a pic.
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing Classifieds
11-27-2019, 01:29 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,982
Posted By alextz

The control arms were replaced under warranty...

The control arms were replaced under warranty around 2005 or 2006 with the revised design (GM came out with a revised design in the lower control arms for the C5 Z06, which includes more metal in the...
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing Classifieds
11-25-2019, 07:32 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,982
Posted By alextz

Monday morning bump

Monday morning bump
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing Classifieds
11-24-2019, 08:37 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,982
Posted By alextz

2002 C5 Z06, one owner, setup for autocross AS/SSR, street driven

Posting for my friend, Sam Makhlouf.who is not on the forums
2002 C5 Z06, Black on Black.
$24,000 OBO includes extra genuine GM wheels, Penske double adjustable shocks, Addcco bar, hidden hitch, as...
Forum: C8 General Discussion
10-22-2019, 07:32 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 12,750
Posted By alextz

Understeer can be easily dialed in or out by GM...

Understeer can be easily dialed in or out by GM simply by altering the differential lockup characteristics. Under deceleration, if there is enough decel lock in the diff, the car resists turning...
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing Classifieds
04-25-2019, 11:12 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,131
Posted By alextz

bump.

bump.
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
12-19-2018, 12:23 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,618
Posted By alextz

You dont need to remove exhaust before taking...

You dont need to remove exhaust before taking diff out. but I do suggest putitng exhaust back in (at least on the back hanger) right before you are raising the cradle to install. BTW, installation of...
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing Classifieds
10-04-2018, 05:49 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 296
Posted By alextz

best bet is to get the gearset you want (27...

best bet is to get the gearset you want (27 spline) and have the pinion gear machined for 30 spline (assuming a 30 spline output shaft). I think RPM transmissions can do this.
Forum: C5 Parts for Sale/Wanted
09-28-2018, 02:41 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 473
Posted By alextz

There is an os giken unit for sale in autocross...

There is an os giken unit for sale in autocross and roadracing classifieds
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
09-14-2018, 11:57 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,314
Posted By alextz

I run a dual catch can on my c5.... Works great

I run a dual catch can on my c5.... Works great
Forum: C5 Tech
09-14-2018, 11:49 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,698
Posted By alextz

If you have an aftermarket or modified throttle...

If you have an aftermarket or modified throttle body, your throttle cracker and follower airflows likely need to be tuned.
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing Classifieds
09-07-2018, 12:13 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,571
Posted By alextz

Forgot to mention Car weighs right 3000 lbs...

Forgot to mention Car weighs right 3000 lbs depending on fuel level. Air conditioning is still in the car as is the factory radio. Air blows...
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
07-25-2018, 10:17 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,605
Posted By alextz

IF car is left side heavy, and you set 50/50...

IF car is left side heavy, and you set 50/50 diagonal, the car will be tight turning right and be a little more free turning left.(to a varying degree depending on how whacked the left side weight is...
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