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Forum: C6 Parts for Sale/Wanted
03-25-2024, 12:25 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 238
Posted By Carnac

Obo

Obo
Forum: C6 Parts for Sale/Wanted
03-25-2024, 12:25 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 628
Posted By Carnac

Sold - thanks everyone for looking.

Sold - thanks everyone for looking.
Forum: C6 Parts for Sale/Wanted
03-25-2024, 12:24 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 124
Posted By Carnac

Obo

Obo
Forum: C6 Parts for Sale/Wanted
03-18-2024, 01:01 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 124
Posted By Carnac

OEM Exhaust from 2005 C6 coupe - $200

OEM take-off exhaust from a C6 2005 coupe (not a Z06).

Local pick-up only - Las Vegas, NV 89149

Includes the OEM H pipe.
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Forum: C6 Parts for Sale/Wanted
03-15-2024, 06:35 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 628
Posted By Carnac

C6 Z06 OEM wheels - $400

I have a set of OEM wheels and tires from a 2008 Z06. Chrome with OEM TPS (batteries probably need replaced).

The tires are worn and probably not road worthy. They are NITTOs (NT-05).

These are...
Forum: C6 Parts for Sale/Wanted
03-15-2024, 06:26 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 238
Posted By Carnac

2008 Z06 OEM Cat Back Exhaust

I have an exhaust from a 2008 Z06. It is OEM, used but in excellent condition.

The NPP was fully operational and works as far as I know. This exhaust was removed to install a Billy Boat...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
12-13-2023, 12:38 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,538
Posted By Carnac

Correct - this is because there are pressure...

Correct - this is because there are pressure sensors on the back of the seat (or on the car's back seat panel) that keeps the seat from moving too far back (leaves about an inch behind the seat).
Jim
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
12-11-2023, 10:43 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,217
Posted By Carnac

The OLM did not have a one-year timer feature,...

The OLM did not have a one-year timer feature, but according to the 2008 C6 owner's manual, a yearly oil change is required. The owner's manual states: "It is possible that, if you are driving under...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
12-10-2023, 12:45 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,745
Posted By Carnac

Good idea to add Lug Guide Tool. I have a set of...

Good idea to add Lug Guide Tool. I have a set of three.

With the CC brakes on the Z07 package, it would be good to have along in case I need to remove/install a wheel.

Thanks for the info.
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Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
12-07-2023, 05:59 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,745
Posted By Carnac

What do you have in your cubby?

In my rear cubby (hatch area, across from the battery:

ViAir 90P 12v air compressor
Three pack of emergency battery LED road "flares"
OEM battery charger (NOCO)
NOCO GB50 battery...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
11-13-2023, 03:26 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,782
Posted By Carnac

Polarized sun glasses also affect HUDs to...

Polarized sun glasses also affect HUDs to different amounts as you tilt you head left and right - hence the fading that some have seen.

If you HUD is actually intermittently fading, I think the...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
11-07-2023, 04:43 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,588
Posted By Carnac

Should this be in the C8 section? Don't know of...

Should this be in the C8 section? Don't know of front lifts or collars on the C7 Z06.

Additionally, this is C7 Z06, so maybe limited info on Z51 cars.
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
09-27-2023, 06:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,733
Posted By Carnac

Agree - with private sale, you can explain that...

Agree - with private sale, you can explain that the two Carfax reports were due to cosmetics only and that they are fully repaired.

Carfax (Carmax is the used car buy/sell place - I think you are...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
09-19-2023, 05:34 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,370
Posted By Carnac

Toyo R888R are radials. 28 psi is a good...

Toyo R888R are radials.

28 psi is a good starting point.

Jim
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
08-04-2023, 01:59 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,655
Posted By Carnac

Things I would check: Blocked air...

Things I would check:

Blocked air filter/intake (plastic bag?)
Loose plug wire(s)
Cracked spark plug
Bad gas (add some Chevron Techron and fill with tier one gas)
Cracked or loose vacuum...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
07-28-2023, 02:52 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,660
Posted By Carnac

Be careful to not let the master cylinder go...

Be careful to not let the master cylinder go empty while bleeding - that of course will let air into the system.

I check pretty often that the master cylinder reservoir doesn't get low and start...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
07-27-2023, 03:58 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,660
Posted By Carnac

Cool - I would flush my brake fluid before every...

Cool - I would flush my brake fluid before every HPDE track day with my 2008 C6 Z06. Since I am not tracking my C7 Z06 I haven't done a brake fluid flush on it yet.

For the C6 Z06 there was a...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
07-26-2023, 09:29 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,660
Posted By Carnac

I like the Motive Power Bleeder (used hand pump...

I like the Motive Power Bleeder (used hand pump built into the lid).

You have to get the correct one for the Vette (I believe it's the 108 model). Amazon price is under $70.

If you get one -...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
07-26-2023, 06:37 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,660
Posted By Carnac

First - DO NOT USE DOT 5 - it is not compatible...

First - DO NOT USE DOT 5 - it is not compatible with DOT 3 and DOT 4 brake fluid. DOT 5.1 is compatible, but I would not use. DOT 5 has a different base (silicone ​​​​​​) and will cause problems if...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
07-14-2023, 02:55 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,033
Posted By Carnac

You might try reinstalling one or more of the...

You might try reinstalling one or more of the removed bolts - that could take the uneven pressure off of the stuck bolt by getting the header back flat. Some penetrating oil, and some heat (be...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
07-13-2023, 02:52 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,196
Posted By Carnac

You may want to get two- or three- wheel lug nut...

You may want to get two- or three- wheel lug nut extension tools/guides
...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
07-06-2023, 01:05 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,232
Posted By Carnac

I have four Craftsman torque wrenches (1/2", 3/8"...

I have four Craftsman torque wrenches (1/2", 3/8" of differing ranges).

One of my disappointments with the Craftsman brand is that torque wrenches are not covered by their hand tool lifetime...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
05-30-2023, 03:20 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,651
Posted By Carnac

OEM batteries (AC Delco) are pretty good at a...

OEM batteries (AC Delco) are pretty good at a reasonable price.
Optima - not near as good as they were in the past. Not worth the extra cost.
Odessey - excellent batteries - probably worth the...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
05-26-2023, 02:48 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,193
Posted By Carnac

These look great. Does anyone (or Harding...

These look great.

Does anyone (or Harding Performance) have a discount coupon code for any of the titanium bits?

Think I need to order for my C7.

Jim
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
05-18-2023, 02:57 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,741
Posted By Carnac

Also, when you get the new tire, measure the...

Also, when you get the new tire, measure the tread depth - you might find it right at 6/32 also.

Can depend on the specific measuring device and operator (you) to get comparable measurements.
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