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Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
02-05-2022, 10:40 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,806
Posted By phipp85

Jim, thanks for the info about the lack of rear...

Jim, thanks for the info about the lack of rear shock availability. I ended up here after thinking I could stand a replacement shock because I was able to easily compress the right side by hand and...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
05-31-2019, 09:23 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,087
Posted By phipp85

I believe the OP is asking when did GM make the...

I believe the OP is asking when did GM make the switch to polymer coated aluminum backed main and rod bearings. I believe it started with the 2012 model, as in the first one of that year but that is...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
05-06-2019, 03:36 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,762
Posted By phipp85

Buying c6zr1 or c7z wheels is the going in the...

Buying c6zr1 or c7z wheels is the going in the wrong direction in nearly every way. Please don’t do that. I think my rear ZR1 wheel and tire is 63 pounds!! Boat anchors!! 11” front and 13” rear...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
05-06-2019, 03:10 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,406
Posted By phipp85

Thats what I did except I ran the lines to the...

Thats what I did except I ran the lines to the front and connected where the OEM lines do at the radiator. I’m pretty sure I used power steering adapters(M16x1.5), I’ll try to remember to look back...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
05-21-2018, 12:05 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 780
Posted By phipp85

Done. He will probably just say to buy the...

Done. He will probably just say to buy the latest and greatest ZR1 rotor instead. Assuming there wasn’t a large diameter change.
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
04-22-2018, 09:09 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 367
Posted By phipp85

That appears to be the right part number for...

That appears to be the right part number for 2011. Are you putting the car in learn mode? Turn accessory mode on then hold the lock and unlock buttons at the same time until the horn chirps. Then...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
04-10-2018, 08:00 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,695
Posted By phipp85

There are also suspension position indicators at...

There are also suspension position indicators at each control arm as well. Mounted to the subframe and hooked to the lower control arms. Are they hooked up?
Forum: C6 Tech/Performance
03-31-2018, 09:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,238
Posted By phipp85

If you have the 2009 and up Bosch ABS unit it can...

If you have the 2009 and up Bosch ABS unit it can be very difficult to feel the ABS kicking in when you are on track, it’s a super fast pulse. I put the DIC on the blank page and when you see...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
03-31-2018, 12:46 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 5,008
Posted By phipp85

Sounds like what happened to me when I had a...

Sounds like what happened to me when I had a ground wire break on the side of the block. One on each side just under the headers. Car just shut off and I had a crank but no start condition.
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
03-30-2018, 12:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 559
Posted By phipp85

You can also count the number of times the output...

You can also count the number of times the output shaft will rotate for a particular gear. There are only a few different combos it could have if its a stock build. Check 1st, 5th, and 6th. 1st...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
03-29-2018, 09:11 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 559
Posted By phipp85

That same code is also on a paper sticker on the...

That same code is also on a paper sticker on the top side of the trans. That might be unreadable depending on how old it is.
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
03-29-2018, 09:03 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 559
Posted By phipp85

There should be a metal tag with TUETxxxxx...

There should be a metal tag with TUETxxxxx stamped on it. It’s usually under one of the bolts on the extension housing near the back of the trans.
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
03-27-2018, 03:40 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,014
Posted By phipp85

Any 09 and up car should have the Bosch ABS. ...

Any 09 and up car should have the Bosch ABS. You’ll need 4 new wheel bearings as the spline count is different and the rear halfshafts to match the new hubs. All OEM ZR1 parts will work fine, I...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
03-24-2018, 03:28 PM
Replies: 42
[Z06] Shortblock
Views: 3,116
Posted By phipp85

Yeah that’s a pretty accurate statement for the...

Yeah that’s a pretty accurate statement for the tune. If you pick parts appropriate for your intended level of abuse and assemble them correctly there is no reason it won’t last a reasonable amount...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
03-24-2018, 02:20 AM
Replies: 42
[Z06] Shortblock
Views: 3,116
Posted By phipp85

How much nitrous are you going to spray?

How much nitrous are you going to spray?
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
03-23-2018, 09:15 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 18,454
Posted By phipp85

Out the bottom is with a lift only. That would...

Out the bottom is with a lift only. That would be a nightmare to go out the bottom without a lift!
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
03-23-2018, 01:25 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 18,454
Posted By phipp85

Agree with previous posts. Out the bottom is...

Agree with previous posts. Out the bottom is easier and gives you the opportunity to easily address anything else on the car. The only downsides to coming out the bottom are needing an alignment...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
03-16-2018, 02:26 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,306
Posted By phipp85

Was it the front gear that broke or both?

Was it the front gear that broke or both?
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
03-11-2018, 05:47 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,437
Posted By phipp85

I would. If they are real bad then no it’s not...

I would. If they are real bad then no it’s not absolutely necessary to remove them just make sure the valve is on the seat. For reference I will quickly check mine with the rocker on but I know...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
03-11-2018, 05:08 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,437
Posted By phipp85

2011 is about the best year you can buy for...

2011 is about the best year you can buy for various reasons. Only beat by the early years for the lightest overall car.
You should have your heads looked at to verify valve guide clearance. If...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
03-10-2018, 09:41 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 396
Posted By phipp85

U code is just a communication problem. I’d...

U code is just a communication problem. I’d check the EBCM connector to make sure it’s seated properly. Unplug it look for anything out of place and check the as much as you can of the harness...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
03-09-2018, 05:59 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,655
Posted By phipp85

What oil pump did you install and what year car...

What oil pump did you install and what year car do you have?
problem is most likely at the oil pan gasket or where the oil pump feeds the block.
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
03-09-2018, 05:53 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,013
Posted By phipp85

Its not a bad job but will require some special...

Its not a bad job but will require some special tools. Mainly an assortment of pullers with various extensions to get the gears off the mainshaft. A basic shop press would be really helpful too. ...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
02-05-2018, 02:32 AM
Replies: 176
Views: 35,040
Posted By phipp85

I did. I retarded it 4 degrees using a different...

I did. I retarded it 4 degrees using a different crank gear that had multiple keyways cut into it. I already had it otherwise I would have just bought a entire new adjustable timing set.
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
01-30-2018, 01:46 PM
Replies: 176
Views: 35,040
Posted By phipp85

You could probably get one of the smaller degree...

You could probably get one of the smaller degree wheels in there. I have a 16” one and it would not fit without pulling the leaf spring. My cam was 2.5-3 degrees advanced from the intended ICL when...
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