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Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
06-12-2015, 08:17 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 47,594
Posted By jackcasual

This is my opinion also. After reading many...

This is my opinion also. After reading many threads I thought these sizes would be fine. but they are too wide for the rims. With hard cornering I can feel rear tires squirm on rims. The handling in...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
04-24-2015, 03:14 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 3,754
Posted By jackcasual

So fast, that if I crashed ,my dental records...

So fast, that if I crashed ,my dental records wouldn't help.
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
02-08-2015, 06:01 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,237
Posted By jackcasual

09 Vert. I like the ZR1 spoiler. I drilled the...

09 Vert. I like the ZR1 spoiler. I drilled the holes as I figured the tape would not hold the spoiler to my satisfaction. I used lipstick to mark the studs on spoiler. The lipstick then marking spots...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
02-06-2015, 10:55 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 530
Posted By jackcasual

Stock rims, 09 vert. I put Michelin Pilot Super...

Stock rims, 09 vert. I put Michelin Pilot Super Sports on. 305's rear, 265 front after listening to many on this forum. I wish I hadn't. 305's are just too wide for stock rims.
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
01-26-2015, 09:12 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 3,433
Posted By jackcasual

09 vert, cyber gray, red interior.. That's 1...

09 vert, cyber gray, red interior.. That's 1 sharp car. How fast have you had it.
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
01-24-2015, 02:31 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,170
Posted By jackcasual

Thx

Thx
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
01-24-2015, 10:47 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,213
Posted By jackcasual

This thread reminded me. I was instructing at...

This thread reminded me. I was instructing at Putnam Park. My
student had trouble understanding corner entry, corner exit. Halfway thru 2nd session he suggested I drive his car. So he could see...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
01-24-2015, 10:16 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,170
Posted By jackcasual

I like the flashing headlites. Thx, I have done...

I like the flashing headlites. Thx, I have done that. Nothing listed.
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
01-24-2015, 09:52 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,170
Posted By jackcasual

Nav Disc

I have Version 5 Nav disc. Would like to update to Version 9 or at least 8, but 200 dollars just seems crazy. Anybody got any ideas? I had a bad experience with ebay, so would prefer not to go that...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
01-19-2015, 12:23 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 784
Posted By jackcasual

I haul a C5 ZO6 on an open trailer. I use the...

I haul a C5 ZO6 on an open trailer. I use the pieces that go into the frame. Its what the factory uses. I got them from a guy who used to haul vettes for factory. They are similar to jacking pucks....
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
01-17-2015, 11:04 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 9,317
Posted By jackcasual

My 09 is lowered and corner weighted. I made...

My 09 is lowered and corner weighted. I made ramps out of 2X 10's I had. I beveled the edge I drive up on. Then placed a 2nd 2X10 on top of 1st 2X10. 1st 2X10 is about 3 ft long and 2nd 2X10 is about...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
01-06-2015, 10:36 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,107
Posted By jackcasual

09 vert Z51. I always wanted a Vette vert. I am...

09 vert Z51. I always wanted a Vette vert. I am one of those who think a Vette looks best in vert form. I have an 04 ZO6 also. I like that roof line best other than the large rear window. I had 91...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
12-31-2014, 01:08 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 7,190
Posted By jackcasual

Well,might as well put in my 2 cents. 09 Z51. I...

Well,might as well put in my 2 cents. 09 Z51. I don't track it. But do track an 04 ZO6. I've driven both Z51's and non Z51's on track and on the street. I can tell the difference. I still think it...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
12-28-2014, 06:47 AM
Replies: 113
Views: 7,190
Posted By jackcasual

I think it is best to drive a vette with and...

I think it is best to drive a vette with and without Z51. I'm in the camp of getting a car with options you will enjoy the most. I enjoy a 3LT optioned car. I have the Z51 option. I mostly enjoy the...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
12-24-2014, 02:48 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,012
Posted By jackcasual

I got them from Tire Rack. The guy stated if I...

I got them from Tire Rack. The guy stated if I autocross or race,which I don't with this car. I have an 04 ZO6 I track. Don't get that size. I think the tire is just too wide for stock rim.
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
12-24-2014, 09:59 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,012
Posted By jackcasual

09 Z51 Vert. Those are the sizes I put on stock...

09 Z51 Vert. Those are the sizes I put on stock rims. I did it for the wide tire look and I thought I might get better grip. I got Michlen Pilot Super Sports. I read lots of posts how it would be...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
12-15-2014, 01:17 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 6,785
Posted By jackcasual

Perhaps traction control wasn't on. Regards, ...

Perhaps traction control wasn't on.
Regards,
Jack
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
11-26-2014, 06:40 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,693
Posted By jackcasual

I respect my C6. I understand how to control it....

I respect my C6. I understand how to control it. But that is because I learned how to drive it. I have tons of track time and won a national championship with NASA. If I'm just cruising traction...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
11-25-2014, 12:08 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 755
Posted By jackcasual

When I painted mine the first time ,I put...

When I painted mine the first time ,I put chapstick on letters which then wiped off easily. Worked pretty well. I used DupliColor. I bought a better brush and small detail brush. That was 09. I...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
11-18-2014, 05:44 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 5,772
Posted By jackcasual

I've had 4 vettes. Currently have 2. An 04 ZO6...

I've had 4 vettes. Currently have 2. An 04 ZO6 and an 09 vert. In Jan of 09 I ordered the vert. I really like the wide body. So I went back and forth between the vert and a ZO6. I wanted a vert. I...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
11-15-2014, 02:30 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,523
Posted By jackcasual

I got to ride with Danny at Putnam Park and Mid...

I got to ride with Danny at Putnam Park and Mid Ohio. His car control is unbelievable!
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
11-15-2014, 08:58 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 809
Posted By jackcasual

I store my C6 in my garage. I don't have a...

I store my C6 in my garage. I don't have a battery tender,but have a battery charger. I take battery out, store in house and charge it every 6 weeks or so at 2 amps. Fobs will be fine. You will have...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
11-12-2014, 10:54 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,767
Posted By jackcasual

According to center console tag, my 09 Z51 has...

According to center console tag, my 09 Z51 has engine oil cooler and transmission cooler. No rear end cooler.
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
10-26-2014, 05:56 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 881
Posted By jackcasual

09 Vert. I just stored mine in my garage. I don't...

09 Vert. I just stored mine in my garage. I don't have a battery tender, but do have a battery charger that charges at 2 or 10 amps. I remove battery and place in house. I charge battery at 2 amps...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
10-15-2014, 10:15 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,383
Posted By jackcasual

Fuel stabilizers may be a waste of 10 dollars and...

Fuel stabilizers may be a waste of 10 dollars and I've wondered if it could do harm. I've used it since 04 and have had no problems. My vettes sit 6-7 months in unheated garage. I've noted...
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