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Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
06-13-2023, 01:13 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,515
Posted By J Vette

First post in a few years and glad to have found...

First post in a few years and glad to have found the good reviews on the pilot Sport AS 4ZP. Its a little cheaper than the Super sport. I always go with run flats because I tend to drive a lot on the...
Forum: C8 General Discussion
06-17-2020, 01:55 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 9,400
Posted By J Vette

Indeed, the targa has a great amount of...

Indeed, the targa has a great amount of beffeting.which is probably why few remove their tops for any amount of time. However my concern isn't about the wind noise but the overall visibility. IE, I...
Forum: C8 General Discussion
06-17-2020, 12:24 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 9,400
Posted By J Vette

The biggest question I have about the Vert is ...

The biggest question I have about the Vert is how open will it feel with the toneau & Nacenes raised up high enough for engine clearance?. I haven't seen nor sat in the C8 vert, but I sense that it...
Forum: C8 General Discussion
10-03-2019, 09:07 AM
Replies: 133
Views: 19,469
Posted By J Vette

I believe the C8 vert will feel more closed in...

I believe the C8 vert will feel more closed in than traditional Corvette convertibles. I am a convertible guy but have mixed emotions about the C8 convertible. I will wait to see one in person before...
Forum: C6 Scan & Tune
09-29-2019, 03:07 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,084
Posted By J Vette

Not an expert but do have a Diablo tune. In...

Not an expert but do have a Diablo tune. In short, Yes, with the upgrades you will want a custom tune.
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
07-09-2019, 03:16 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,075
Posted By J Vette

That is generally my routine but I was wondering...

That is generally my routine but I was wondering if there were issues with the OEM , since these rotors performed so poorly
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
07-09-2019, 02:11 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,075
Posted By J Vette

Need Brake Pad & Rotor recommendations.

My brakes are the OEM Z51 type with 35K miles. I was quite shocked that even though the brake pads are not wore out, they have shredded my rotors So the rotors need to be replaced also.. So the...
Forum: C6 Scan & Tune
11-10-2018, 03:59 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,146
Posted By J Vette

My 07 Vert had a similar problem. It also threw a...

My 07 Vert had a similar problem. It also threw a bunch of codes. It was a loose electrical connection under the dash. Haven't had any problem since it was fixed.
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
05-18-2018, 04:31 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 14,102
Posted By J Vette

FWIW, I read that the windshield top beam has...

FWIW, I read that the windshield top beam has been engineered to cut down on wind noise. It may have been the owners manual. But I've been to 130 top down with no problem.
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
05-17-2018, 06:14 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,788
Posted By J Vette

Very nice Jeff.Thanks for the picys. I have the...

Very nice Jeff.Thanks for the picys. I have the same set, only mine came from CF Kits. It looks like yours are painted matte black. Is that correct? Also on the mounting, did you use rivets? Mine...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
05-04-2018, 12:07 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 7,691
Posted By J Vette

A pressure washer is a good way to remove the wax...

A pressure washer is a good way to remove the wax if that is your goal. That has been my findings. It sounds like a good idea. It did to me...until I found that my wax seemed to disappear after...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
05-04-2018, 11:31 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 774
Posted By J Vette

Good answer. That's what I meant by anticipation.

Good answer. That's what I meant by anticipation.
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
05-04-2018, 11:27 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,573
Posted By J Vette

BB Billy Boat PRT have resonance control IE...

BB Billy Boat PRT have resonance control IE Corse & Borla and I read in their literature that they were designed with the use of headers. Corsa is good if you like the sound. I don't. I've ridden...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
05-04-2018, 10:20 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 774
Posted By J Vette

I've considered the same thing & wondered if...

I've considered the same thing & wondered if that would be a better design. I've had my car long enough now that I've learned to anticipate the shifting in a sharp curve. It was tricky at first. But...
Forum: C6 Parts for Sale/Wanted
12-28-2017, 12:44 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 725
Posted By J Vette

Is this still for sale?

Is this still for sale?
Forum: C6 Parts for Sale/Wanted
12-28-2017, 12:40 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 403
Posted By J Vette

Still available?

Still available?
Forum: C6 Parts for Sale/Wanted
10-12-2017, 07:03 PM
Replies: 5
FS: C6 parts
Views: 949
Posted By J Vette

whats the prices?

whats the prices?
Forum: C6 Parts for Sale/Wanted
09-06-2017, 07:11 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 655
Posted By J Vette

Is this form LS2 or LS3?

Is this form LS2 or LS3?
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
08-28-2017, 08:13 PM
Replies: 183
Views: 51,473
Posted By J Vette

No. Never tried hard shift. Firm seemed plenty...

No. Never tried hard shift. Firm seemed plenty hard when you are heavy on the throttle
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
08-26-2017, 09:53 PM
Replies: 183
Views: 51,473
Posted By J Vette

Sorry to hear of your troubles. Thats never any...

Sorry to hear of your troubles. Thats never any fun. BTW, Thanks for the info
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
08-26-2017, 02:41 PM
Replies: 183
Views: 51,473
Posted By J Vette

Carl. I'm so glad you are sticking with it. I'm...

Carl. I'm so glad you are sticking with it. I'm sure its a battle when you are being pulled in different directions. The gurgle is definitely a choice that I can see some not liking. I'm alright with...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
08-25-2017, 12:19 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,212
Posted By J Vette

Its left hand turn here in East TN. They will not...

Its left hand turn here in East TN. They will not go past the white line until the oncoming car has completely gotten past it. Then they act as if the car is top heavy and go 2 mph. I sat behind one...
Forum: In loving memory of lost CorvetteForum Brothers and Sisters
08-25-2017, 11:09 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 24,009
Posted By J Vette

I don't hang out here much but remember his...

I don't hang out here much but remember his moniker and probably received some help from him at one time or another. Lots of valuable info from good guys here.
My condolences to the family and good...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
08-25-2017, 11:00 AM
Replies: 183
Views: 51,473
Posted By J Vette

You will have some fun with the tuner....or, I...

You will have some fun with the tuner....or, I should say, the results. You may have to update the tuner before installing the tune. Diablo Sport is a sponsor her so any trouble encountered is...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
08-25-2017, 08:45 AM
Replies: 183
Views: 51,473
Posted By J Vette

I'm hoping the custom tune can help fix that...

I'm hoping the custom tune can help fix that issue. But I'm not sure. I want to put a CAI on mine before the tune but have been back and forth about cutting the shroud for better performance. One...
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