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Forum: C5 Corvettes for Sale
07-11-2019, 08:57 AM
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Views: 7,670
Posted By SaberD

Where are you located?

Where are you located?
Forum: C5 Tech
06-12-2019, 01:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,361
Posted By SaberD

I made some of my own dollies using these...

I made some of my own dollies using these casters. Ended up working great.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01HZES2YO/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Forum: C5 Tech
05-25-2019, 09:28 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 9,652
Posted By SaberD

The guides are made from a very hard sintered...

The guides are made from a very hard sintered metal alloy, much harder than the valve stem itself. Likely the only time you will ever need to replace one is due to a bent valve. If the tolerance is...
Forum: C5 Tech
05-24-2019, 08:35 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,271
Posted By SaberD

Wouldn't you have to rotate the wheel 360 degrees...

Wouldn't you have to rotate the wheel 360 degrees in order for the swps to go out of phase since the steering shaft only connects in one orientation?
Forum: C5 Tech
05-24-2019, 08:28 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 721
Posted By SaberD

If you have the belt off, it's super easy to do...

If you have the belt off, it's super easy to do with a strap wrench around the balancer.
Forum: C5 Tech
05-24-2019, 08:26 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 9,652
Posted By SaberD

It was a few years back, so unfortunately no.

It was a few years back, so unfortunately no.
Forum: C5 Tech
05-22-2019, 12:40 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 9,652
Posted By SaberD

valve stem diameter and guide diameter.

valve stem diameter and guide diameter.
Forum: C5 Tech
05-22-2019, 11:38 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 9,652
Posted By SaberD

FWIW i had mine checked on my LS1 with 135k...

FWIW i had mine checked on my LS1 with 135k miles, and they were still well within spec.
Forum: C5 Tech
05-22-2019, 09:25 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,422
Posted By SaberD

I would definitely go with the PAC 1218's.. ...

I would definitely go with the PAC 1218's.. These springs are well proven in racing. I got the 1215's for my ls1 when I did the rocker trunnion upgrade (which is something you should consider if...
Forum: C5 Tech
05-22-2019, 09:14 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,267
Posted By SaberD

Another thing to try would be engine and...

Another thing to try would be engine and transmission mounts. The c5 drivetrain moves an insane amount with the stock mounts. Also check your tire pressure. Should be 30psi cold all around.
Forum: C5 General
05-15-2019, 09:13 AM
Replies: 152
Views: 34,987
Posted By SaberD

The spacing between the airbag housing and the...

The spacing between the airbag housing and the wheel looks pretty close in spots. Wondering how this would work on a track with gloves. How much clearance is in there? The first and second pics make...
Forum: C5 Tech
05-14-2019, 09:34 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 650
Posted By SaberD

I had a Subaru that spun a rod bearing within a...

I had a Subaru that spun a rod bearing within a month of owning it. They really are as problematic as you read online. I would definitely change out the yellow springs. I'd install the Straub...
Forum: C5 Tech
05-10-2019, 08:26 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 18,330
Posted By SaberD

If you have done the whole assembly, the TT by...

If you have done the whole assembly, the TT by itself is 10x easier. The Tick performance website has good instructions on how to do the measurements.
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Forum: C5 General
05-06-2019, 11:54 AM
Replies: 152
Views: 34,987
Posted By SaberD

Any update on the C5 wheel?

Any update on the C5 wheel?
Forum: C5 Tech
05-03-2019, 12:45 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 919
Posted By SaberD

They are on the front of the bellhousing. ...

They are on the front of the bellhousing. Removing them allows oncoming air into the bellhousing, unless you're driving in reverse. ;)
Forum: C5 Tech
05-03-2019, 11:22 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 919
Posted By SaberD

Agreed, but there is also a reason why they are...

Agreed, but there is also a reason why they are facing rearward.
Forum: C5 Tech
05-03-2019, 11:16 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,133
Posted By SaberD

Pull the codes and see if you get anything. If...

Pull the codes and see if you get anything. If there are no codes, check that the compressor clutch is engaging. My compressor clutch failed, and I had no codes. Everything inside the system was...
Forum: C5 Tech
05-03-2019, 10:53 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 804
Posted By SaberD

Get the fixed orifice PCV: GM# 12572717 ...

Get the fixed orifice PCV: GM# 12572717

https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/c5-tech/1898923-fixed-orifice-pcv-valve.html
Forum: C5 Tech
05-03-2019, 10:48 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 919
Posted By SaberD

I would say it is due to less heat being...

I would say it is due to less heat being introduced to the slave cylinder. They tend to stick when they get hot if they are starting to fail or need to be bled. This may be a temporary fix for now,...
Forum: C5 Tech
05-03-2019, 10:38 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 530
Posted By SaberD

look for local places that do 3d scanning, and...

look for local places that do 3d scanning, and they can provide you a 3d model to create your toolpath from.
Forum: C5 Tech
05-03-2019, 10:36 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 535
Posted By SaberD

Should be no problem. I've done it with the...

Should be no problem. I've done it with the Hinson mounts. Only time you will need to worry is if you have solid mounts. The Hinson mounts have interlocking metal plates inside just in case of...
Forum: C5 Tech
04-26-2019, 04:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,754
Posted By SaberD

I would like to know which wires are needed to...

I would like to know which wires are needed to splice into here. I'm having issues with the ah/tc/abs and it gives the error as soon as the engine is started. Once the error happens on the dic, the...
Forum: C5 Tech
04-24-2019, 10:47 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,679
Posted By SaberD

With that much churned up metal in the diff, I...

With that much churned up metal in the diff, I would definitely replace the gear set and all the bearings. Those chunks are hardened spring steel (from the belleville washer) that don't just get...
Forum: C5 Tech
04-24-2019, 10:34 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 746
Posted By SaberD

Sway bars, sway bar bushings, sway bar end links,...

Sway bars, sway bar bushings, sway bar end links, shocks, tie rod ends, z06/z51 spring. All this stuff needs to get disconnected anyways. Would also be a good time to adjust the ride height since you...
Forum: C5 Tech
04-16-2019, 11:21 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 18,330
Posted By SaberD

There really isn't any special procedure for...

There really isn't any special procedure for putting the two back together. It comes apart the same way it goes back together. The only issue is you can't really get a torque wrench in for the lower...
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