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Forum: C5 General
01-07-2020, 12:00 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,145
Posted By CalF

I just lower mine till it rests on the latch then...

I just lower mine till it rests on the latch then push each side down gently to engage latch. Its not an old pickup truck.
Forum: C5 General
12-10-2019, 11:55 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,243
Posted By CalF

Thank you for the video. We need all the help we...

Thank you for the video. We need all the help we can get finding homes for all the unwanted pets that are homeless. My wife and i have an animal Rescue and Sanctuary that rescues mostly senior dogs...
Forum: C5 General
11-18-2019, 11:02 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,797
Posted By CalF

Just unplug the sensor.

Just unplug the sensor.
Forum: C5 General
11-11-2019, 10:49 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,517
Posted By CalF

If i want to cruise i will take the wife's Lexus....

If i want to cruise i will take the wife's Lexus. If i want to feel 18 again i am taking the Z06. Believe me the older i get the more i want to feel 18.
Forum: C5 General
10-30-2019, 11:15 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,895
Posted By CalF

My main concern would be that the Corvette sits...

My main concern would be that the Corvette sits low and most of the vehicles on the road today are SUV types which sit higher. People tend to change lanes after a quick glance in the side mirror and...
Forum: C5 General
10-30-2019, 12:08 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,498
Posted By CalF

Do not put on jack stands.I put old plush carpet...

Do not put on jack stands.I put old plush carpet squares under the tires.A heavy plastic sheet under car for a barrier from cold concrete floor. Ctek tender and Bounce dryer sheets in passenger...
Forum: C5 General
09-04-2019, 11:44 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,666
Posted By CalF

Look for a late built 2004 and avoid the gas tank...

Look for a late built 2004 and avoid the gas tank issue.Plenty of google research can help you weed out the problem years.If you are just a sunny day pleasure driver all you need is a few bolt on...
Forum: C5 General
07-04-2019, 12:51 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,756
Posted By CalF

Partial to the Z06 as it has that race car raw...

Partial to the Z06 as it has that race car raw feeling.Gets plenty of looks and is still respected by folks who know performance cars.
Forum: C5 General
07-04-2019, 12:33 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,164
Posted By CalF

Times have changed as they will nail you hard for...

Times have changed as they will nail you hard for street racing these days.Back in the day you could get away with quite a lot compared to now. I get It from BMW's the most as Mustangs tend to lay...
Forum: C5 General
06-19-2019, 12:11 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,164
Posted By CalF

Nobody gives a crap in todays world.People...

Nobody gives a crap in todays world.People texting and driving,folks in SUV's in a hurry and red necks in jacked up trucks. I am to the point that i only drive the Z06 on days when traffic is light...
Forum: C5 General
05-01-2019, 01:48 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 837
Posted By CalF

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Forum: C5 General
04-28-2019, 11:22 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,349
Posted By CalF

My 04Z is lowered on factory bolts and you must...

My 04Z is lowered on factory bolts and you must be aware of it when you drive anywhere that you haven't driven before.There are streets in my town where you just can not go due to ground clearance.I...
Forum: C5 General
01-27-2019, 10:53 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 11,467
Posted By CalF

The wave in Pennsylvania is about 50%. Seems like...

The wave in Pennsylvania is about 50%. Seems like every
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time i wave to a...
Forum: C5 General
01-26-2019, 08:58 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 5,223
Posted By CalF

If you go with a Vararam be aware that the...

If you go with a Vararam be aware that the increase in air flow may trip a code. If you are using a MAF that is unscreened, it might require going to a screened MAF to control the turbulence.
Forum: C5 General
01-19-2019, 10:16 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,535
Posted By CalF

There have been tons of posts on the elusive 400...

There have been tons of posts on the elusive 400 rwhp with bolt ons only. 99 % claim not possible. Someone saying they have, must have used a a VERY generous dyno. Even a 2004z with long...
Forum: C5 General
11-30-2018, 01:28 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,148
Posted By CalF

Post 15 gives a good explanation of gearing in...

Post 15 gives a good explanation of gearing in relation to engine life etc.Be prepared for shifting sooner from 1st to 2nd or just start in 2nd.Gas mileage suffers and higher RPM's will take a toll...
Forum: C5 General
11-28-2018, 12:56 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 8,917
Posted By CalF

Looks GREAT!!! Careful with the increased HP.

Looks GREAT!!! Careful with the increased HP.
Forum: C5 General
11-24-2018, 10:59 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 24,635
Posted By CalF

There is a reason the top header companies...

There is a reason the top header companies package includes an X pipe.I will trust their research.My stock 04 Z06 with ARH headers,X pipe and hi flow cats with stock Ti cat back sounds just fine.Low...
Forum: C5 General
11-24-2018, 10:48 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,439
Posted By CalF

You have 2 options here.Either run the VIN with a...

You have 2 options here.Either run the VIN with a GM dealer or find a 2004 with a late model year build with a VIN after the effected range.
Forum: C5 General
11-09-2018, 01:45 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 15,627
Posted By CalF

2004 Z06 with 27k miles.Yes it is going on 15 yrs...

2004 Z06 with 27k miles.Yes it is going on 15 yrs old but still draws attention.Sometimes too much attention....
Forum: C5 General
10-24-2018, 01:20 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,624
Posted By CalF

And that folks is another reason Corvette owners...

And that folks is another reason Corvette owners get stereotyped.Then again making any vehicle look like a Tijuana Taxi will get laughs.
Forum: C5 General
09-23-2018, 11:10 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,982
Posted By CalF

In Pennsylvania you sue in civil court and if...

In Pennsylvania you sue in civil court and if they refuse to pay then the state will suspend their drivers license.I took that route a few years ago when an uninsured driver hit the wife's car in a...
Forum: C5 General
07-16-2018, 12:07 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 934
Posted By CalF

C5's do not flex so yes the car will lift as you...

C5's do not flex so yes the car will lift as you stated.I have the Elite rails and have noticed that you have to be careful when jacking at the square pads.Depending on the type of cradle on your...
Forum: C5 General
07-14-2018, 12:26 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,924
Posted By CalF

I have been running a DieHard Platinum Size...

I have been running a DieHard Platinum Size 34/78DT Battery since 2011.Never had any issues but i do keep on a tender when not driving.One item you need to beware of is the RC of any...
Forum: C5 General
05-20-2018, 10:51 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,047
Posted By CalF

Man thats tough.Lucky you are ok, but i would...

Man thats tough.Lucky you are ok, but i would stay on top of any potential problems with your back and neck.Careful dealing with insurance company about your injuries because they like to have you...
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