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Forum: C5 Tech
07-24-2017, 03:54 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 521
Posted By OpethMike

XSP header rubbing oil pan (shocker, right?)

Last fall, I installed the XSP headers on my 99 convertible. Like many other people have reported on here, it was a nightmare of a job.

Today, I had the car state inspected, and the mechanic...
Forum: C5 Tech
01-23-2017, 03:30 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 9,970
Posted By OpethMike

The Corsa setup is excellent. I had Corsa on my...

The Corsa setup is excellent. I had Corsa on my first C5, and now again installed a set on my current C5.

Even with longtube headers, no cats, and a medium sized cam I have no drone at all. It's a...
Forum: C5 General
01-20-2017, 10:55 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,452
Posted By OpethMike

Thank you, I quite enjoy it! If you're...

Thank you, I quite enjoy it!

If you're considering a cam at some point, I'd highly recommend the TSP 228R; it has been great for me.
Forum: C5 General
01-20-2017, 10:03 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,452
Posted By OpethMike

That's strange, it was working earlier. ...

That's strange, it was working earlier.

Here's a direct link:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G2eoOD2GEJk
Forum: C5 General
01-20-2017, 07:38 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 12,254
Posted By OpethMike

Beautiful color! As said before: ...

Beautiful color!

As said before:

Install an LMC5
Install a CAGS eliminator
New tires
New belts
Change ALL fluids
Consider replacing coolant system hoses
Forum: C5 General
01-20-2017, 07:35 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,452
Posted By OpethMike

I bought mine used for $800. Even at new prices...

I bought mine used for $800. Even at new prices of ~$1,400 they're still good value. Really quality products.
Forum: C5 General
01-20-2017, 03:59 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 4,160
Posted By OpethMike

My other sports car is a Lotus Elise, so in...

My other sports car is a Lotus Elise, so in comparison I have ZERO complaints about my C5 shifter.
Forum: C5 General
01-20-2017, 03:48 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,452
Posted By OpethMike

I have an x-pipe from when I did the longtube...

I have an x-pipe from when I did the longtube headers a few months back. Between the headers and the cam, probably isn't going to be much cleaning up of my idle, lol!

I hope you'll enjoy your...
Forum: C5 General
01-20-2017, 03:03 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 342
Posted By OpethMike

Automatic or manual? Are you saying that...

Automatic or manual?

Are you saying that sometimes you can shift the car (if it is a manual) and sometimes you can't?
Forum: C5 General
01-20-2017, 03:02 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,452
Posted By OpethMike

Installed a Corsa sport on my car

Just thought I'd share a video of my car after installing a Corsa sport axle-back the other day:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G2eoOD2GEJk
Forum: C5 Parts for Sale/Wanted
01-05-2017, 09:50 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 969
Posted By OpethMike

I'll give you a call at some point today. Thanks!

I'll give you a call at some point today. Thanks!
Forum: C5 Parts for Sale/Wanted
01-04-2017, 01:33 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 969
Posted By OpethMike

Ttt

Ttt
Forum: C5 Parts for Sale/Wanted
01-01-2017, 04:38 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 969
Posted By OpethMike

WTB - Corsa sport or touring used

Looking to purchase a used Corsa touring or sport axleback system. Please let me know if you have a set.
Forum: C5 Tech
10-22-2016, 02:52 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,066
Posted By OpethMike

Basic NA build, what am I missing?

Car is a 99 Vert, manual, 26k miles
Mods so far:

XS Power long tube headers
TSP 228r cam (228/228/.600/.600/112 LSA)
Blackwing air filter
160* thermostat
25% U/D pulley

Car dynoed at 380...
Forum: C5 Tech
10-13-2016, 06:36 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,428
Posted By OpethMike

I'm planning on doing an LS6 intake and PRC heads...

I'm planning on doing an LS6 intake and PRC heads in the spring.
Forum: C5 Tech
10-13-2016, 03:09 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,428
Posted By OpethMike

Car went to the dyno today, and put down 380 rwp,...

Car went to the dyno today, and put down 380 rwp, 363 ft/lbs.

Complete mod list:

XS Power long tube headers
Blackwing air filter
160* thermostat
25% under drive pulley
TSP 228r cam...
Forum: C5 Tech
10-08-2016, 08:51 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,428
Posted By OpethMike

112. Other mods are listed in first post.

112. Other mods are listed in first post.
Forum: C5 Tech
10-08-2016, 08:08 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,580
Posted By OpethMike

Cam install

Cam install
Forum: C5 Tech
10-08-2016, 07:09 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,428
Posted By OpethMike

Just finished my first cam!

A few months ago, I had installed XSP long-tube headers. These past two weeks I installed a 160* thermostat, Blackwing, and TSP 228r cam.

This was not my first major engine work by any means, but...
Forum: C5 Tech
10-08-2016, 07:11 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,580
Posted By OpethMike

Working on my C5

Don't mind me; just working the ol' Corvette


https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.corvetteforum.com-vbulletin/720x960/80-me_in_the_corvette_f7fb1842fe32d2a072d1d062bca7f18fa6509e9f.jpg
Forum: Northeast
09-07-2016, 02:12 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 721
Posted By OpethMike

Rochester area looking to experience a Cammed C5

Folks,

I have recently installed longtube headers on my C5, and I am not thinking about getting a cam, but I'd really like to experience either riding in or possibly driving one with a cam.
...
Forum: C5 Parts for Sale/Wanted
07-08-2016, 03:35 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,529
Posted By OpethMike

What's the price go up to after the sale is over?

What's the price go up to after the sale is over?
Forum: C5 Parts for Sale/Wanted
07-06-2016, 11:44 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 242
Posted By OpethMike

WTB - Corsa touring exhaust for C5

I had this exhaust on my previous C5, and would love to get it on my current C5 as well.

Please let me know if anyone has a good condition used set they are looking to sell.
Forum: C5 General
07-06-2016, 03:33 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,944
Posted By OpethMike

Quite overpriced.

Quite overpriced.
Forum: C5 General
07-06-2016, 12:13 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,704
Posted By OpethMike

It does; I don't particularly mind the attention,...

It does; I don't particularly mind the attention, but a friend of mine with a V8 Esprit is selling his because he is tired of not being able to go anywhere without drawing a crowd.
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