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Forum: C5 General
03-23-2021, 10:10 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,490
Posted By sothpaw2

My dumb question: will C6 wheels fit the C5Z06...

My dumb question: will C6 wheels fit the C5Z06 without spacers?? Not to hijack
Thanks,

Andrew
Forum: C5 General
03-21-2021, 10:54 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 4,008
Posted By sothpaw2

What wheel is that? TSW Interlagos silver with...

What wheel is that? TSW Interlagos silver with machined cut?? Sorry, I spent hours this weekend fretting over Wheels.
Forum: C5 General
03-21-2021, 10:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 852
Posted By sothpaw2

I have Bilstein Sport shocks. Stiff but handle...

I have Bilstein Sport shocks. Stiff but handle well. The Z06 is supposed to be raw.
Forum: C5 General
03-21-2021, 10:18 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,627
Posted By sothpaw2

Ccw wheels: what are your thoughts: Wheel Theft??

Hi,

I am really serious about some CCW wheels for my C5Z. I really like the SP510. I think they will look Sick on the black c5z.
Question: What do people with the nicer wheels do to deter...
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
03-21-2021, 10:57 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,270
Posted By sothpaw2

One has to be careful in altering the...

One has to be careful in altering the aerodynamics of a car that will see speeds over 90mph wherein the aero forces become significant. The OE manufacturers use wind tunnel testing to prove out the...
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
03-17-2021, 05:24 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 3,893
Posted By sothpaw2

Thanks! I am would love to read about your...

Thanks! I am would love to read about your experiences. I am sure that many in this forum would be interested. I personally am excited about the C8 but I would want to use it on the track.
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
03-17-2021, 03:03 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 3,893
Posted By sothpaw2

I read that the c7Z06 has severe engine cooling...

I read that the c7Z06 has severe engine cooling issues from factory...at least the early model years. I think the issues were more than can be solved by simply swapping to a larger DeWitt Radiator. I...
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
03-17-2021, 12:23 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 3,893
Posted By sothpaw2

Thanks. I will ask. I guess nobody has seen the...

Thanks. I will ask. I guess nobody has seen the C8 at a track event in 2020?? Just seeing it in action (or lack of it) might tell a lot. I remember losing a track session at VIR because a c6Z on R...
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
03-17-2021, 08:33 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 3,893
Posted By sothpaw2

How does the C8 hold up on the Road course??

Hi,

I am just curious how the new C8 holds up on the Road course. I have my eye on possibly buying one in a few years but I would want it to be reliable on track without nearly as many mods as...
Forum: C5 Tech
09-06-2020, 02:23 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 430
Posted By sothpaw2

C5Z06: Wheels: What are the offset specs? Who makes?

Hi,

I need a set of tires(mine are still 18" rears...I went 18/18...I should have gone to 18/19" last time...my mistake) and that means it is a good time to think
about new Wheels for my C5Z....
Forum: Northeast
08-22-2020, 11:44 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 604
Posted By sothpaw2

Baltimore area: recommended c5 mechanic for electrical?

Hi there,

I think I have at least an excessive drain or short somewhere in my C5. Where do you guys in Baltimore or Crofton Severna Park go for repairs of electrical problems?? I used to go up to...
Forum: C5 Tech
08-08-2020, 05:29 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 840
Posted By sothpaw2

Ok, thanks, I'll look for it when I have some...

Ok, thanks, I'll look for it when I have some time to work on the car.
Forum: C5 Tech
08-06-2020, 12:47 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 840
Posted By sothpaw2

where is that located??? There have not been any...

where is that located??? There have not been any codes since the new battery. There is no power now so can't read any codes...

Thanks!!
Forum: C5 Tech
08-04-2020, 07:41 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 840
Posted By sothpaw2

ok. I will add that to the list. But not even...

ok. I will add that to the list. But not even the key fob unlocks the doors after I cracked it. It is as if when I cranked it, a wire from the battery to the rest of the car burned instantly clean...
Forum: C5 Tech
08-03-2020, 09:58 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 840
Posted By sothpaw2

I forgot...my problem is not just excessive...

I forgot...my problem is not just excessive drain. Remember, it had power for the door locks before I crancked it. After I crancked, there are no lights. No light under the hood. When I...
Forum: C5 Tech
08-03-2020, 09:48 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 840
Posted By sothpaw2

No, the voltages are from my hand held voltmeter....

No, the voltages are from my hand held voltmeter. I have never measured amp draw. I understand the concept but I don't have experience.

I plan to take the car to a shop but I have seen that most...
Forum: C5 Tech
08-02-2020, 06:04 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 840
Posted By sothpaw2

I agree that more data would help. I don't have...

I agree that more data would help. I don't have the equipment or knowledge. I have not had electrical issues with the c5 other than the worn ignition switch.
Forum: C5 Tech
08-02-2020, 04:06 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 840
Posted By sothpaw2

help: no electrical power: ground? PCM?

Hi,

I recently replaced my battery with a new AC Delco. The old one was 5 years old and read 12.3V on my meter. The car started but I was getting the column lock code...first time. I have...
Forum: Paint/Body
06-15-2019, 10:02 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,071
Posted By sothpaw2

Yes, but if I am at work, I can't watch for every...

Yes, but if I am at work, I can't watch for every passing drizzle. I do have bath towels in the car. But sometimes the weather guy is wrong and there is a passing shower followed by Sun to bake it. I...
Forum: Paint/Body
06-15-2019, 04:38 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,071
Posted By sothpaw2

Ok. If there is too much water as mentioned, what...

Ok. If there is too much water as mentioned, what does the extra layer buy me?? Is it just easier to wash the etched minerals out of the ceramic?? Or do minerals somehow take much longer to...
Forum: Paint/Body
06-14-2019, 07:55 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,071
Posted By sothpaw2

Thanks! So theoretically, you guys think that...

Thanks! So theoretically, you guys think that there might be some ceramic that would create a sheeting action so that the water would just run off?? Or is this coating softer than the clear so that...
Forum: Paint/Body
06-11-2019, 10:28 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,071
Posted By sothpaw2

Waterspotting: Is there an acrylic that can Protect???

Hi,

I am sending my Black C5Z in for buffing next week. It has a lot of water spots in it and some tree stains since my mechanic parked it under some tree for days.

The detailer will add wax...
Forum: C5 Tech
05-28-2019, 09:28 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 912
Posted By sothpaw2

Thanks

Thanks
Forum: Northeast
05-28-2019, 09:25 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,560
Posted By sothpaw2

Try meguire's scratch X or mild hand applied...

Try meguire's scratch X or mild hand applied rubbing compound. Don't leave car out in sun until this is done. Would not advise orbital yourself...can remove a lot of clear coat if you are too harsh
Forum: C5 Tech
05-26-2019, 10:42 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 912
Posted By sothpaw2

Will 19x11 rear rims fit c5z without rubbing??

Hi,
I was thinking of buying ccw Sp500's. I have a c5z and want to run 19 in rear. They don't have 19x10.5, the have 19x11. Will that fit???

Also....will the stock c5z brake pad dust ruin the...
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