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Forum: C5 Tech
08-26-2023, 04:50 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 326
Posted By hobbesnmina2001

Thanks for your reply, I’m hoping mine will stay...

Thanks for your reply, I’m hoping mine will stay repaired.

Thanks again
Forum: C5 Tech
08-24-2023, 08:59 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 326
Posted By hobbesnmina2001

Thanks! 👍

Thanks! 👍
Forum: C5 Tech
08-24-2023, 07:18 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 326
Posted By hobbesnmina2001

ABS computer repair

I just got through repairing the ABS module in 2002 Z06 and seems to be working like when I bought the car back in 2009 with 8200 miles.
My question is has anyone that’s repaired theirs had it fail...
Forum: C5 Tech
08-24-2023, 07:18 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 309
Posted By hobbesnmina2001

ABS computer repair.

I just got through repairing the ABS module in 2002 Z06 and seems to be working like when I bought the car back in 2009 with 8200 miles.
My question is has anyone that’s repaired theirs had it fail...
Forum: C5 Parts for Sale/Wanted
08-21-2023, 10:03 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 371
Posted By hobbesnmina2001

Sending you a message.

Sending you a message.
Forum: C6 Tech/Performance
03-28-2022, 05:17 AM
Replies: 230
Views: 76,065
Posted By hobbesnmina2001

This is very true and another reason to use meth...

This is very true and another reason to use meth injection or a cleaning agent like CRC intake valve cleaner. I use the later in the 3.6 minivan. My first F150 ecoboost was a victim even though I...
Forum: C6 Tech/Performance
03-24-2022, 03:51 AM
Replies: 230
Views: 76,065
Posted By hobbesnmina2001

Something that also shows it works as you called...

Something that also shows it works as you called it is those two muscle cars had high compression and steel heads, the ignition didn’t have the advantage of IAT and knock sensors to retard the timing...
Forum: C6 Tech/Performance
03-23-2022, 02:30 PM
Replies: 230
Views: 76,065
Posted By hobbesnmina2001

BTW I do agree with the use of E85, actually I...

BTW I do agree with the use of E85, actually I love it and use it as well but it does come at a cost of mpg or availability.
IMO the more bullets in the holster the better option there’s to adjust...
Forum: C6 Tech/Performance
03-23-2022, 01:06 PM
Replies: 230
Views: 76,065
Posted By hobbesnmina2001

“That said, higher octane fuels contain less...

“That said, higher octane fuels contain less energy per unit mass. 87 octane contains more energy in it's chemical bonds than 93, for example. So anytime you increase the octane of fuel...
Forum: C5 General
04-28-2020, 05:02 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 363
Posted By hobbesnmina2001

C5 Z06 rear window glass trim replacement

I took the old trim off before painting the car without removing the glass. I got a new one and been battling to get it in. Does anyone know if the glass needs to be removed and reinstalled to get...
Forum: Wheels & Tires
03-04-2020, 05:52 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,507
Posted By hobbesnmina2001

thanks for the info I appreciate it! I do...

thanks for the info I appreciate it! I do remember one time in spring I wasn’t horsing around just driving around and was trying competition mode hit a small patch of ice going around a corner! 😳...
Forum: Wheels & Tires
03-03-2020, 03:44 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,507
Posted By hobbesnmina2001

question when you and others are going to a...

question when you and others are going to a square set up on wheels and tires are you making changes on the tune to compensate for equal sizing vs OEM stagger?
Am I wrong assuming you race traction...
Forum: Wheels & Tires
02-01-2020, 06:12 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,507
Posted By hobbesnmina2001

Thanks for the info, I appreciate it a lot! 😊 ...

Thanks for the info, I appreciate it a lot! 😊
Not sure if you’re a football fan, enjoy a Super Bowl weekend! 😊🇺🇸
Forum: Wheels & Tires
01-23-2020, 03:40 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,507
Posted By hobbesnmina2001

Thank you for the info on those two seats. I’ve...

Thank you for the info on those two seats. I’ve read articles on the seat upgrades and talked to a local owner who loved his Corbeau upgrade. A seat upgrade is on the list.

Thanks

...
Forum: Wheels & Tires
01-22-2020, 07:06 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,507
Posted By hobbesnmina2001

[QUOTE=Trosscam;1600826515] Excellent...

[QUOTE=Trosscam;1600826515]

Excellent points, I’ve seen alcantara option on some new cars. I’ve test driven a couple that had them but not being a road racer didn’t give it a second thought! It’s...
Forum: Wheels & Tires
01-20-2020, 09:39 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,507
Posted By hobbesnmina2001

Thanks for the info. I really appreciate it. Is...

Thanks for the info. I really appreciate it. Is there a lot people switching steering wheels to quicken only or to also bypass the horn membrane that seems to short out and stop working often?
I...
Forum: Wheels & Tires
01-17-2020, 04:38 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,507
Posted By hobbesnmina2001

Thanks for your input. What width rim do you use...

Thanks for your input. What width rim do you use upfront 9.5” or 10.5” like the back?

thanks again

Carlos
Forum: Wheels & Tires
01-08-2020, 11:25 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,507
Posted By hobbesnmina2001

awesome, thanks for the information it makes...

awesome, thanks for the information it makes sense.
Forum: Wheels & Tires
11-01-2019, 03:38 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,507
Posted By hobbesnmina2001

thanks for your question. My question is more in...

thanks for your question. My question is more in general than a particular combination for my car. I put ~36 miles on my C5 Z06 as a daily driver, a bit of drag strip and a bit of spirited driving to...
Forum: Wheels & Tires
10-31-2019, 04:08 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,507
Posted By hobbesnmina2001

Much appreciated. I’ve seen the switch to...

Much appreciated.
I’ve seen the switch to larger staggered often like to C6 sizing done but since I’m not autocross or road racer really didn’t know.

thanks much
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
10-30-2019, 05:28 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 825
Posted By hobbesnmina2001

Square vs staggered wheel/tires

Hoping to get input on Pros and Cons of square vs staggered tire/wheel sizes. I saw a YouTube video and the man had a C5 Z06 said going square plus new anti sway bars and smaller diameter steering...
Forum: Wheels & Tires
10-29-2019, 09:03 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,507
Posted By hobbesnmina2001

C5 Z06 square vs staggered wheels tires

Hoping to get input on Pros and Cons of square vs staggered tire/wheel sizes. I saw a YouTube video and the man had a C5 Z06 said going square plus new anti sway bars and smaller diameter steering...
Forum: C5 General
03-08-2018, 04:06 PM
Replies: 168
Views: 34,221
Posted By hobbesnmina2001

I agree about straight line vs road course,...

I agree about straight line vs road course, actually I remember some road track guys saying the C5 Z06 more then holds it's own against C6s, have no idea on C7s.
I use to tell my wife way back that...
Forum: C5 General
03-08-2018, 02:27 PM
Replies: 168
Views: 34,221
Posted By hobbesnmina2001

I'm keeping my C5 Z06 and will be buying a late...

I'm keeping my C5 Z06 and will be buying a late model Mustang GT 6r80 or 10 speed in the future for street and strip. The new Mustang GT at 3700-3800 lbs of weight is quicker than my Z06 stock....
Forum: C5 General
03-01-2018, 01:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,687
Posted By hobbesnmina2001

Thanks for your input, that's a valid point on a...

Thanks for your input, that's a valid point on a street car.
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