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Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
04-14-2024, 10:30 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,311
Posted By CSixDude

FYI, I've seen cell phones/Bluetooth sometimes...

FYI, I've seen cell phones/Bluetooth sometimes cause TPMS signal interference issues. I believe the C6 sensors operate on 315 mhz. Try disabling or removing electronics that can cause interference...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
04-12-2024, 06:14 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 476
Posted By CSixDude

I believe you may need to pry the metal clip back...

I believe you may need to pry the metal clip back before you install them.
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
04-10-2024, 09:59 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 402
Posted By CSixDude

The dead battery syndrome has been beat to death...

The dead battery syndrome has been beat to death on this forum, and to my knowledge no one has ever been able to figure out the cause of the battery drain. Some cars seem to have it worse than...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
04-10-2024, 09:01 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 402
Posted By CSixDude

Oh, and by the way, check your glovebox light...

Oh, and by the way, check your glovebox light switch, sometimes they don't engage right and leave the light inside the glovebox on.
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
04-10-2024, 08:54 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 402
Posted By CSixDude

What you probably need is an automatic disconnect...

What you probably need is an automatic disconnect relay that only disconnects the battery if the voltage drops below a preset level.
...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
04-10-2024, 10:18 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 225
Posted By CSixDude

It's probably the connector for the steering...

It's probably the connector for the steering sensor. GM had a recall on them that involved sticking a plastic comb like device in the backshell of the connector in a feeble attempt to tighten up the...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
04-06-2024, 08:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 266
Posted By CSixDude

I-30, I-635, and I-20. Just keep it under 145mph...

I-30, I-635, and I-20. Just keep it under 145mph and you'll be fine. And watch out for Lambos passing.
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
04-05-2024, 08:24 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,275
Posted By CSixDude

Consumer reports tested batteries, and Wal Mart...

Consumer reports tested batteries, and Wal Mart came out on top of the list. So did Project farm on You Tube. Personally, I've had bad results with Optima and will never buy one again.

Wal Mart...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
03-27-2024, 09:55 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,908
Posted By CSixDude

Another solution for the battery problem is to...

Another solution for the battery problem is to add an external connector for a battery charger that you can access without opening the hood in case the battery dies. You can route it to the...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
03-27-2024, 09:52 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,908
Posted By CSixDude

It continues to amaze me how auto manufactures...

It continues to amaze me how auto manufactures have mucked up what used to be such a simple mechanical key and lock arrangement on vehicles.

These new key fobs are now easily hacked making cars...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
03-27-2024, 09:39 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 534
Posted By CSixDude

If you drop the drivers fuel tank to replace the...

If you drop the drivers fuel tank to replace the leaking fuel pump, I'd highly suggest dropping the passenger tank while it is apart and replacing the fuel sender in it at the same time so you don't...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
03-27-2024, 09:35 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,908
Posted By CSixDude

Push down on the trunk lid while turning the key.

Push down on the trunk lid while turning the key.
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
03-26-2024, 12:56 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 537
Posted By CSixDude

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https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.corvetteforum.com-vbulletin/1300x905/c6fuel_6e160c863530615df139d94b9a9d8d333edc3e83.jpeg
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
03-25-2024, 11:30 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 760
Posted By CSixDude

Dexcool has a long history of causing problems...

Dexcool has a long history of causing problems due to the 2-ethylhexanoic acid GM used in it, and GM has had a couple class action lawsuits against it because of damage it has caused. GM even had to...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
03-25-2024, 09:29 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 6,309
Posted By CSixDude

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Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
03-24-2024, 07:59 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,627
Posted By CSixDude

https://www.amazon.com/ACDelco-SK1227-Original-Equ...

https://www.amazon.com/ACDelco-SK1227-Original-Equipment-Sensor/dp/B000S2VYNC


https://www.gmpartsgiant.com/parts/gm-sen-kit-19207711.html
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Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
03-24-2024, 10:59 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,627
Posted By CSixDude

I tried living with it. Didn't work. Smell got so...

I tried living with it. Didn't work. Smell got so bad I could smell it even when parked outside.

If you do this job, be sure to drop the passenger tank too, and replace the sending unit in it...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
03-24-2024, 10:51 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 774
Posted By CSixDude

My advice would be to use it very sparingly on...

My advice would be to use it very sparingly on electrical connectors and components. I've seen where people have gobbed it into connectors, and all it does is clog up the connector with dirt and grit...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
03-23-2024, 06:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 537
Posted By CSixDude

I took some photos of the wiper arms on the...

I took some photos of the wiper arms on the sending unit when I pulled the passenger sending unit in my 2008 after it failed. No amount of Techron would have fixed this. The good news is I was able...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
03-12-2024, 12:33 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,745
Posted By CSixDude

https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2010/RCRIT-10V172...

https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2010/RCRIT-10V172-2715.pdf

There was a recall about this. I believe other model years than what is in the recall may have been impacted. It is caused by poor...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
02-20-2024, 09:30 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 6,309
Posted By CSixDude

From purely an aesthetic point of view, it's hard...

From purely an aesthetic point of view, it's hard to argue against the original C1 that Harley Earl designed. It's got a tiny cockpit, bad suspension, brakes, and engine, but it's truly a work of...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
02-18-2024, 09:52 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,456
Posted By CSixDude

Just crawl under your car and inspect the rear of...

Just crawl under your car and inspect the rear of the drivers side tank for evidence of leaks running down the back side. I think you're wasting you time chasing down the EVAP system. If you're...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
02-17-2024, 09:13 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 4,163
Posted By CSixDude

I'm not sure what your basing that on. I've got...

I'm not sure what your basing that on. I've got three cars that I treated with Avalon King over 2 years ago that have never been waxed since, and all three still look like the day I treated them. Do...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
02-17-2024, 07:51 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 4,163
Posted By CSixDude

Here's a good video review of some of the spray...

Here's a good video review of some of the spray on ceramic coatings.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uYxKQwZah1s&ab_channel=ProjectFarm
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
02-17-2024, 07:39 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 4,163
Posted By CSixDude

Did my own over 2 years ago, came out great and...

Did my own over 2 years ago, came out great and still looks like the day I did it. No more waxing, ever. Just wash and dry. I used Avalon King Armor shield. Cost me about $45 or so. Wash, clay,...
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