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Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
05-14-2023, 07:49 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 739
Posted By C6topless

I would not be so concerned for that year ... my...

I would not be so concerned for that year ... my 2007 - 140k and still going strong, 2012 120k .... 2008 110k ,,,, 2009 70k... all automatic. just make sure you do the recommended maitenance
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
05-14-2023, 07:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 718
Posted By C6topless

2005 is the year i tend to avoid in the C6...

2005 is the year i tend to avoid in the C6 generation. it really is a C5.5 and has several unique issues. I would suggest if you was a LS2 get the 2007, LS3 2008 and above.
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
05-14-2023, 07:41 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 901
Posted By C6topless

rattles can be annoying. if you have determined...

rattles can be annoying. if you have determined it is definitely originating for the interior, if your corvette is a coupe, i would check your removable top. the pins in the top tend to come loose...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
03-05-2023, 10:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 663
Posted By C6topless

I suspect you installed an aftermarket sensor. I...

I suspect you installed an aftermarket sensor. I had the same thing happen. Switched to Delco and it cleared up
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
03-05-2023, 10:00 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,499
Posted By C6topless

How long ago did you flush your coolant? it is...

How long ago did you flush your coolant? it is extremely common for a pocket of air to settle into your waterpump... it is a pain to get these engines properly flushed of air. I ended up buying a...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
03-05-2023, 09:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 709
Posted By C6topless

__ it is not your starter per se, but the...

__ it is not your starter per se, but the solenoid that has gone bad. I typically modify the plug so I can install the C5 version. Cost is about $20 .... doing the entire starter you are looking at...
Forum: C6 Tech/Performance
06-04-2020, 06:00 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,190
Posted By C6topless

The first action I would take is to switch the...

The first action I would take is to switch the touch pad with the passenger side one. If the door will still not open it is likely your latch causing the issue. I am suspecting it is a bad latch
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
02-22-2019, 12:25 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,850
Posted By C6topless

To Swoop Dogg --- what has occurred is a wire...

To Swoop Dogg --- what has occurred is a wire inside your fuse block has finally broke - this failure is caused by the excessive heat produced in the engine compartment and the way they fed the wire...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
02-22-2019, 12:16 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,913
Posted By C6topless

Random Misfire

Just wanted to share this with my fellow corvette owners now that I have finally figured out what was triggering a random misfire code in my 2012 Grandsport.

Here is the short version of the...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
04-29-2018, 09:20 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,022
Posted By C6topless

If it is not the battery, what you described is a...

If it is not the battery, what you described is a common symptom of a failing starter solenoid. You can check the solenoid by raising the car and inspecting the plastic -- if it is cracked or burnt...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
04-29-2018, 09:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,347
Posted By C6topless

if you have an automatic - it is likely the...

if you have an automatic - it is likely the solenoid inside the shifter has failed. Some claim you can rebuild the shifter unit, I have not had any success and just replaced the whole unit. Not a...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
04-29-2018, 09:13 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,491
Posted By C6topless

I would start by having the battery checked -- if...

I would start by having the battery checked -- if it is good , I would next move on to the alternator ( have it load tested ). I have seen this problem occur when a battery and/or alternator is bad.
Forum: C6 Tech/Performance
04-08-2018, 11:26 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,912
Posted By C6topless

it is a common failure within the housing of the...

it is a common failure within the housing of the shift lever. it will get worse and eventually you will have to replace the entire unit.
Forum: C6 Tech/Performance
04-08-2018, 11:22 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,508
Posted By C6topless

went with the brass one as I have had a couple of...

went with the brass one as I have had a couple of them go out on the 2007. I did the cut the hole routine to access the damn thing.
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
04-08-2018, 11:05 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,807
Posted By C6topless

please note.. the diagram above actually...

please note.. the diagram above actually represents two separate belts. the AC has its own belt.

the tensioner you should be able to move quite a bit ... don't be gentle with it - it will not...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
04-08-2018, 10:59 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,275
Posted By C6topless

the speaker failing in the grandsport is a common...

the speaker failing in the grandsport is a common issue. All it takes is a small amount of moisture to invade the door to cause the separation.

also if you are removing the passenger door panel,...
Forum: C6 Parts for Sale/Wanted
01-28-2018, 12:07 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,764
Posted By C6topless

to answer the Bose speaker swap question , in the...

to answer the Bose speaker swap question , in the early years the Corvette Bose speakers in the doors had the amplifier attached to the individual speaker... later years they went to the amplifier...
Forum: C6 Tech/Performance
12-12-2017, 08:47 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 21,304
Posted By C6topless

Congrats and hopefully the weather is good enough...

Congrats and hopefully the weather is good enough to get it out on the road and enjoy it .
Forum: C6 Tech/Performance
12-12-2017, 08:45 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,396
Posted By C6topless

typically , I would expect to see the 190 to 200...

typically , I would expect to see the 190 to 200 range..
Forum: C6 Tech/Performance
12-12-2017, 01:59 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 21,304
Posted By C6topless

your problem I suspect is different Bill. Another...

your problem I suspect is different Bill. Another common issue with the C6 is the with the shifter and a sensor contained within it failing causing a no start situation. There are a few on here that...
Forum: C6 Tech/Performance
12-12-2017, 01:55 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 21,304
Posted By C6topless

watching the video , I would start by dropping...

watching the video , I would start by dropping your starter and examining the solenoid. typically the post on the solenoid melts and causes this issue. If this is what has occurred with your corvette...
Forum: C6 Tech/Performance
12-12-2017, 01:42 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,396
Posted By C6topless

this is all too common occurrence when changing...

this is all too common occurrence when changing out the fluid in a c6 corvette. what likely has occurred is you have a pesky air pocket that needs to be pulled out of your system. I now use a vacuum...
Forum: C6 Tech/Performance
05-15-2017, 12:13 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,143
Posted By C6topless

To check an end link on a corvette, the easiest...

To check an end link on a corvette, the easiest way is to pull it and then check how much play it has by moving it back and forth.
Forum: C6 Tech/Performance
04-21-2017, 12:29 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 916
Posted By C6topless

Advice welcomed

I have decided to have the engine in my 2007 rebuilt ... Sure it still runs but i have racked up some serious miles on it and it is time. Back when I had an abundance of free time I would simply pull...
Forum: Southern California
04-21-2017, 12:21 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 661
Posted By C6topless

Advice needed

I have decided to have the engine in my 2007 rebuilt ... Sure it still runs but i have racked up some serious miles on it and it is time. Back when I had an abundance of free time I would simply pull...
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