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Forum: Northern California
01-08-2024, 02:27 AM
Replies: 13
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Another thing that may not be obvious is that are...

Another thing that may not be obvious is that are very few opportunities for spirited driving anywhere near Palo Alto. If commuting from Felton you'll probably be on Hwy. 17, which has lots of mostly...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes for Sale/Wanted
05-14-2023, 01:56 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,914
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Was that different from the 322 and 364 nailheads?

Was that different from the 322 and 364 nailheads?
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
03-01-2023, 02:02 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,547
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From my '65 FI coupe that I stupidly parted with...

From my '65 FI coupe that I stupidly parted with many years ago, do I remember correctly that: A) the OE caliper cylinders were leak prone, and B) the parking brake was almost useless (e.g., I...
Forum: C8 ERay/Hybrid/EV Discussion
02-24-2023, 01:01 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 736
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Another short & light SAE E-Ray Article

Tuning the 2024 Corvette E-Ray for Exceptional Drivability - Mobility Engineering Technology...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes for Sale/Wanted
01-30-2023, 01:24 AM
Replies: 65
FS: 65 coupe
Views: 25,658
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283 or 383?

283 or 383?
Forum: C8 ERay/Hybrid/EV Discussion
01-21-2023, 07:25 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 4,291
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When charging the battery while cruising at a...

When charging the battery while cruising at a constant speed on a level road, you are actually cruising with the front (regenerative) brakes on.
Forum: C8 ERay/Hybrid/EV Discussion
01-18-2023, 05:36 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,658
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And that's one reason why the E-Ray costs so...

And that's one reason why the E-Ray costs so much. Unlike most hybrids and especially BEVs, E-Ray doesn't help GM's CAFE. In fact, it hurts it. And you can be sure that GM monetizes CAFE effect when...
Forum: C8 ERay/Hybrid/EV Discussion
01-18-2023, 12:39 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,658
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Think about it. If the battery is charged during...

Think about it. If the battery is charged during deceleration, that's "free" charging. But when the battery is charged during cruising, the engine must produce additional power to offset the power...
Forum: C8 ERay/Hybrid/EV Discussion
01-17-2023, 09:03 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,658
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The e-Ray has the simplest possible hybrid...

The e-Ray has the simplest possible hybrid architecture. No plug-in charging. No direct charging of the batteries by the engine. But indirect charging through regenerative braking. Or, if you aren't...
Forum: C8 ERay/Hybrid/EV Discussion
01-17-2023, 08:06 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 401
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SAE Don Sherman e-Ray article

I don't think there's much new here, and we've seen the images in a prior post, but here's Sherman's take on the e-Ray.
2024 Corvette E-Ray unveiled (sae.org)...
Forum: C8 ERay/Hybrid/EV Discussion
11-20-2022, 12:35 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 652
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Yes, I've seen that too. The analogy to the...

Yes, I've seen that too. The analogy to the Mustang EV small SUV is obvious. I assume that this is what Reuss is referring to, but I'm not certain. Opinions?
Forum: C8 ERay/Hybrid/EV Discussion
11-19-2022, 06:47 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 652
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All-Electric Corvette

I've seen many variations on this information, but I haven't seen this specific quote from a GM executive, If this has already been posted, I apologize.

"As for new vehicles, GM will roll out an...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
04-06-2022, 06:23 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,374
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Darn! I was just going to post that, but javaman...

Darn! I was just going to post that, but javaman beat me to it! Hope it's just not latched. If it is latched and it looks like that: problem.

Other thoughts:
1. Beautiful car from video.
2. Fact...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
03-24-2022, 12:59 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,893
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The "buzz" is a common problem. Lots of C6...

The "buzz" is a common problem. Lots of C6 threads on this, e.g.: https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/c6-corvette-general-discussion/3261348-the-infamous-dash-buzzing-windshield-cowl-problem.html...
Forum: C8 General Discussion
03-09-2022, 01:51 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,861
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Another guess is that the way the "requirement"...

Another guess is that the way the "requirement" is written in the Owner's Manual is affected by EPA emissions and fuel economy protocols. My guess is that the manufacture must recommend the same...
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
03-03-2022, 12:35 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,126
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Another Z06 article

Here is another SAE "magazine-type" article (i.e., not a technical paper) on the Z06. I don't think there's anything really new here, but it's a quick easy read.
GM details new and mighty flat plane...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
01-28-2022, 12:54 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 5,272
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I'll keep my 10-year old C6 because it's the last...

I'll keep my 10-year old C6 because it's the last model without AFM and because it has a minimum of microprocessor-controlled do-dads that I don't need or want. I admire the C8, but I don't want to...
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
01-13-2022, 01:51 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,822
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IMO, the basic principles colorfully referred to...

IMO, the basic principles colorfully referred to in this blurb have been known (and applied to various extents) for a long time. For example, a relatively easy-to-read book with some math (but no CFD...
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
01-12-2022, 07:41 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,822
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LT6 Intake Manifold

Short SAE blurb describing Z06 LT6 intake manifold:
The I/O Buffer Information Specification (IBIS) Open Forum Releases the IBIS Version 7.1 Specification (sae.org)...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
01-04-2022, 01:19 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,809
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Abel Chevrolet in Rio Vista. I second ptroxx on...

Abel Chevrolet in Rio Vista. I second ptroxx on that recommendation. I live in San Jose and take my C6 to Abel for any work much beyond oil change.
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
12-31-2021, 05:59 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,525
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Interesting. I couldn't find if/where you...

Interesting. I couldn't find if/where you mentioned your C6 year. But, if the battery hold-down configuration is like my 2012, it has a lip (or you might call it a thin cusp) on the opposite side of...
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
12-27-2021, 08:30 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 7,218
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The decision to make the wheels unidirectional,...

The decision to make the wheels unidirectional, but only in one direction as OP explains, is puzzling to me in view of the obvious alternative. Why not make them bidirectional (or symmetric or...
Forum: C8 General Discussion
12-24-2021, 01:43 AM
Replies: 113
Views: 11,781
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With regard to "...it's too fast...": I've...

With regard to "...it's too fast...": I've observed that, for many, their perception of speed depends on how high up from the highway they are. So, with both at the same speed, they perceive a...
Forum: C8 General Discussion
12-01-2021, 08:30 PM
Replies: 139
Views: 15,065
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I have a C6 and I'm not familiar with all the...

I have a C6 and I'm not familiar with all the modern controls available in C8s. All Corvettes are equipped with a magnet that attracts large SUVs to park in the spot next to you after you park in the...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
11-29-2021, 02:54 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,362
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Nit: Why do we keep calling the LS3 harmonic...

Nit: Why do we keep calling the LS3 harmonic damper a harmonic balancer? From the factory, it isn't keyed to the crank snout. It can be mounted in any rotational orientation, so it doesn't balance...
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