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Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
04-27-2015, 01:34 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,517
Posted By McMung

I wrapped my bars (at the point of contact with...

I wrapped my bars (at the point of contact with the bushings) in teflon tape and then applied the same bushing grease specified by Pfadt for their poly bushing kit.

This grease is Energy...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
04-27-2015, 01:13 PM
Replies: 391
Views: 99,427
Posted By McMung

Rich do you run with any aftermarket seats + cage...

Rich do you run with any aftermarket seats + cage at this time?

I'd like to switch out stock seats to something like the new(ish) Sparco Ergos with the removable halo, but am assuming I'd also...
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
08-31-2013, 10:59 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,504
Posted By McMung

When I was assembling mine with upper and lower...

When I was assembling mine with upper and lower control arm on, both attached to spindle, I could raise with one hand and they would drop by themselves. A lower control arm would drop by itself, but...
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
08-31-2013, 10:48 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,504
Posted By McMung

I went with Pfadt's poly bushing kit and I...

I went with Pfadt's poly bushing kit and I installed zerks for each one.

I also went with tubes of the same poly grease that Pfadt specify, this is Energy Suspension Formula 5. It is extremely...
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
06-09-2013, 03:21 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 963
Posted By McMung

I think we're saying the same thing... I'd rather...

I think we're saying the same thing... I'd rather buy a few good tools that a) make the whole process a lot easier and -- more importantly -- repeatable, and b) allow me to do the whole thing myself...
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
06-09-2013, 03:08 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 669
Posted By McMung

With wheels on or using hub stands? If the...

With wheels on or using hub stands?

If the former, take a look at the "nascar adapter" from Intercomp: http://www.intercomp-racing.com/Products/MAGNETIC_NASCAR_CASTER_CAMBER_GAUGE_ADAPTER_808.cfm...
Forum: C6 Parts for Sale/Wanted
06-08-2013, 08:28 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 527
Posted By McMung

You're right.. UPS says $60 for a box the right...

You're right.. UPS says $60 for a box the right size/weight... youch. I'd be asking $120 + shipping.
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
06-08-2013, 08:23 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 963
Posted By McMung

The budget approach always sounds great, but I'll...

The budget approach always sounds great, but I'll wager ANYONE who successfully:

Corner weights
Corner balances
Sets Camber
Sets Caster
Sets Toe
Rechecks the aforementioned

Using nothing...
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
06-08-2013, 08:10 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 963
Posted By McMung

Getting toe correct on all four corners really...

Getting toe correct on all four corners really needs some time spent finding centerline of vehicle and using that as a reference.

I used one of these to find the center of vehicle, and then mark a...
Forum: C6 Parts for Sale/Wanted
06-02-2013, 01:42 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 527
Posted By McMung

I have these for sale, where are you located?...

I have these for sale, where are you located? Open to offers.
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
05-27-2013, 09:49 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,284
Posted By McMung

Wheels and brakes are on the car right now, but...

Wheels and brakes are on the car right now, but will definitely be pulling them off in a week or two so will measure up everything then..

I also did the 20* method with hubstands (that pivot) but...
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
05-27-2013, 12:11 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,284
Posted By McMung

Measuring Caster.. directly off the steering knuckle?

Has anyone looked at the possibility of measuring caster directly off the knuckle?

As far as I can tell (anyone have any evidence to the contrary?) the caliper mounting holes are equidistant from...
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
05-26-2013, 03:01 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 466
Posted By McMung

Thanks guys.

Thanks guys.
Forum: C6 Tech/Performance
05-25-2013, 01:26 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 564
Posted By McMung

Thread length on stock C6 rear tie rods?

Does anyone know how many threads (linear count) are on the stock C6Z rear tie rods (outer end, of course)? I assume the Z06 uses the same rear tie rods as the C6, though do correct me if I'm wrong?...
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
05-25-2013, 01:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 466
Posted By McMung

Thread length on stock C6Z rear tie rods?

Does anyone know how many threads (linear count) are on the stock C6Z rear tie rods (outer end, of course)?

Reason I'm asking is I had to dial them out quite a lot to get 1/8 toe after installing...
Forum: C6 Forced Induction/Nitrous
04-06-2013, 12:01 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,009
Posted By McMung

Thought it was so one could use the carb style...

Thought it was so one could use the carb style intake and avoid individual cyl starvation problem seen with stock LS style?
Forum: C6 Forced Induction/Nitrous
03-29-2013, 08:13 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 9,082
Posted By McMung

Or it has 80k worth of problems just waiting to...

Or it has 80k worth of problems just waiting to be found by a new buyer ?
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
03-27-2013, 08:20 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 781
Posted By McMung

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c6-z06-discussion/...

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c6-z06-discussion/2275856-mild-2-properly-ing-loud.html
Forum: C6 Parts for Sale/Wanted
03-23-2013, 12:42 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,443
Posted By McMung

Bump, still got these.

Bump, still got these.
Forum: C6 Forced Induction/Nitrous
03-20-2013, 11:41 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 9,082
Posted By McMung

A "soldier"? ... Guessing his real title was...

A "soldier"?

... Guessing his real title was a little more senior :)
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
03-10-2013, 09:23 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 876
Posted By McMung

Inside dia of the LG rotors is 9 and 3/16". ...

Inside dia of the LG rotors is 9 and 3/16".

Is a Z06, yes. Good idea with the C6 version...
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
03-10-2013, 05:32 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,364
Posted By McMung

I'm using the one from Motive, ironically, that...

I'm using the one from Motive, ironically, that is GM specific, but being plastic it really can't handle much more than 8 or so PSI before it pops off. I've added an extra soft layer of rubber as a...
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
03-10-2013, 05:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 876
Posted By McMung

Reassembled with said plate, switched to some...

Reassembled with said plate, switched to some button-head screws, problem remains although it is less than before.

Anyone else run into this problem with a brake duct kit, and if so did you just...
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
03-09-2013, 09:56 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 876
Posted By McMung

Just noticed I don't have the sensor plug...

Just noticed I don't have the sensor plug mounting plate between hub and knuckle... thought I would not need this because the mount needs to be trimmed for the brake ducts anyway... but it does add a...
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
03-09-2013, 09:00 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,364
Posted By McMung

I like this:...

I like this: http://i.ebayimg.com/t/Pressure-Brake-Bleeder-Branick-G300-/00/s/Mjg4WDI2NQ==/$(KGrHqZ,!hoF!dITeVhZBQZLqQf4Uw~~60_35.GIF

Has not failed me yet.

(Except one time it popped the lid...
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