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Forum: C5 Tech
05-24-2023, 03:20 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,174
Posted By C5Luv'R

Elektro what do you use your car for? Your fan...

Elektro what do you use your car for? Your fan shroud modifications should improve high vehicle speed air flow (fan off) but will hurt airflow at low vehicle speeds (fan on) due to air recirculation.
Forum: C5 Tech
05-24-2023, 04:25 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 412
Posted By C5Luv'R

Sorry, the hose you need is 3/8" inside diameter....

Sorry, the hose you need is 3/8" inside diameter. Cut it to 3 1/4" long. I just added that to my original post.
Forum: C5 Tech
05-22-2023, 08:11 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 487
Posted By C5Luv'R

A C5 will boil the power steering fluid after 1...

A C5 will boil the power steering fluid after 1 autocross lap without a power steering cooler. If you do any sort of performance driving, you want it. I agree with heggsc5 that re-locating it is...
Forum: C5 Tech
05-22-2023, 08:07 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 323
Posted By C5Luv'R

I may have mis-understood your question. If you...

I may have mis-understood your question. If you are wanting to REPLACE the rubber hose between the low-pressure pipe and power steering cooling, then "yes", this hose can be replaced. It is quite...
Forum: C5 Tech
05-22-2023, 07:57 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 412
Posted By C5Luv'R

This piece of hose is easy to replace: I just did...

This piece of hose is easy to replace: I just did it on my 1999 Corvette Z51. Remove the clamps, cut the old hose off by slicing lengthwise, slide on a new 3/8" ID power steering hose (3.25" long)...
Forum: C5 Tech
05-22-2023, 07:51 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 323
Posted By C5Luv'R

Why do you want to bypass it? This cooler is...

Why do you want to bypass it? This cooler is required for ANY performance driving. Even 1 lap of an autocross course will make the power steering fluid boil over.

If you don't want it, the...
Forum: C5 Tech
05-22-2023, 07:49 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 628
Posted By C5Luv'R

Thanks to all for this input! I really like my...

Thanks to all for this input! I really like my Z06 wheels and want to keep them. I think either 255 or 275 front tires will be my next set. Thanks!
Forum: C5 Tech
05-01-2023, 10:42 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 628
Posted By C5Luv'R

Available Tires for C5 Z06 Wheels

What tires are available for C5 Z06 wheels? The factory sizes are 265/40R17 front and 295/35R18 rear.

I currently have a set of Toyo Proxes T1 Sport which I really like, but are nearing end of...
Forum: C5 Tech
10-21-2022, 11:19 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 547
Posted By C5Luv'R

At the end of a 20 minute session, oil temps are...

At the end of a 20 minute session, oil temps are 265-275F at Waterford Hills (relatively low speed track). I’d like to keep them in the 240-250F range.

i certainly do not want to skimp on quality...
Forum: C5 Tech
10-20-2022, 11:20 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,628
Posted By C5Luv'R

Mine is ok at 102k miles. I would wait until you...

Mine is ok at 102k miles. I would wait until you have an issue.
Forum: C5 Tech
10-20-2022, 02:06 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 547
Posted By C5Luv'R

Rev9 Engine Oil Cooler Feedback

I have started to use my C5 for High Performance Driving Events and want to add an oil cooler. The Rev9Power Engine Oil Cooler looks similar to the Doug Rippie Motorsports "street" kit at a more...
Forum: C5 Tech
08-27-2022, 11:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 642
Posted By C5Luv'R

1997-2000 key fobs can typically be repaired by...

1997-2000 key fobs can typically be repaired by inspecting the solder joints on the main chip and re-soldering any broken joints. I have fixed several of them using this method.
Forum: C5 Tech
08-27-2022, 12:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 668
Posted By C5Luv'R

Following this thread because I have the same...

Following this thread because I have the same question as Autotragic

I recently installed Corbeau Evolution X seats on manual sliders for HDPE. I want to make a harness specifically for this Evo...
Forum: C5 Tech
08-27-2022, 12:55 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 283
Posted By C5Luv'R

Piggybacking on this thread as I have the same...

Piggybacking on this thread as I have the same question…

My vehicle was originally equipped with the memory package and sport seats. I recently installed the Corbeau Evolution X seat on Corbeau...
Forum: C5 Tech
08-27-2022, 12:51 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,231
Posted By C5Luv'R

Another vote for the SKF. It is actually a newer...

Another vote for the SKF. It is actually a newer technology bearing then the OE design. I was told from a very good source that LG Motorsports worked with SKF specifically to create a durable...
Forum: C5 Tech
08-07-2022, 11:10 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,081
Posted By C5Luv'R

Update: I redrilled my Corbeau seat brackets to...

Update: I redrilled my Corbeau seat brackets to move the seat 1/4” inboard relative to the seat bracket, This was just enough to clear the seat belt retractor and barely clear the seat belt latch. ...
Forum: C5 Tech
06-20-2022, 04:14 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,320
Posted By C5Luv'R

mbinsat Thank you for your input! I am glad to...

mbinsat Thank you for your input! I am glad to hear these tire sizes "fit" with minimal modification.

I plan to track my car, so I am looking for something good for a road coarse and near the...
Forum: C5 Tech
06-15-2022, 09:14 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,320
Posted By C5Luv'R

C5 Z06 Tire Options

C5 Z06 Tire options (265/40R17 front, 295/35R18 rear) have greatly diminished over the past few years. When I bought my last set of tires in 2018, the only choices were Goodyear SuperCar, Michelin...
Forum: C5 Tech
06-08-2022, 10:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 722
Posted By C5Luv'R

I have not done this for an LS1, but I did...

I have not done this for an LS1, but I did successfully install a Heli-Coil into the cylinder head of a Quad-4 engine when it was still assembled.

Why it occurred: I tried changing spark plugs...
Forum: C5 Tech
06-08-2022, 10:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,081
Posted By C5Luv'R

McGrizzle did you resolve this issue? I am...

McGrizzle did you resolve this issue?

I am asking as I just bought a Corbeau Eco X seat and seat mount for the driver's side of my C5. I tried to install it tonight and found the seat interfered...
Forum: C5 Tech
06-08-2022, 10:08 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,236
Posted By C5Luv'R

For those running Corbeau Evo X seats, did you...

For those running Corbeau Evo X seats, did you have clearance issues to the C5 seat belt retractor?
Forum: C5 General
05-26-2022, 08:09 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 20,020
Posted By C5Luv'R

Digging up an old post... What are...

Digging up an old post...

What are affordable fixed headlight options? I am considering buying a slightly wrecked C5 to build as a track car. The donor I am considering right now is missing the...
Forum: C3s for Sale/Wanted
03-14-2022, 09:58 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,206
Posted By C5Luv'R

This is my friend's car: he is not on the forum...

This is my friend's car: he is not on the forum often. It is still for sale. Feel free to contact him if via PM you are interested.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
03-09-2022, 07:39 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,662
Posted By C5Luv'R

Reviving this as I just stumbled upon it… I...

Reviving this as I just stumbled upon it…

I used to be a neighbor of Jim Heck from 1988-1992. In fact, I used to mow his yard! He was a very nice guy. I loved seeing and hearing him driving this...
Forum: C5 Corvettes for Sale
12-09-2021, 02:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,453
Posted By C5Luv'R

The state of Ohio might have a VIN search...

The state of Ohio might have a VIN search function as well.
If you kept a copy of the title, track down the guy you sold it to using www.whitepages.com or www.spokeo.com
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