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Forum: C7 General Discussion
02-04-2017, 11:32 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 7,963
Posted By r75vet

I had the same debate. I wanted the protection...

I had the same debate. I wanted the protection but not sure I liked the look. I ordered them still not sure I would install them. When they arrived I propped them in place and removed them about...
Forum: C7 General Discussion
01-07-2017, 12:03 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,258
Posted By r75vet

could you send me price for Kalahari as well

could you send me price for Kalahari as well
Forum: C7 General Discussion
12-31-2016, 12:07 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,573
Posted By r75vet

Perfect. Sounds like what I want when I replace...

Perfect. Sounds like what I want when I replace my tires. I still have plenty of tread though. I'm considering new wheels at the same time so need to get that choice finalized. Thanks for the...
Forum: C7 General Discussion
12-31-2016, 11:52 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,573
Posted By r75vet

So how do the tires run out. Road noise,...

So how do the tires run out. Road noise, handling, feel? Can you compare them to Summer Tires above 40F.
Forum: C7 General Discussion
12-31-2016, 11:07 AM
Replies: 492
Views: 45,469
Posted By r75vet

If the question is "of those who CAN afford them"...

If the question is "of those who CAN afford them" why aren't younger people buying C7's I think you have a few interesting possibilities.

German brands represent luxury and fit and finish in a lot...
Forum: C7 General Discussion
12-19-2016, 08:50 AM
Replies: 173
Views: 18,199
Posted By r75vet

It could be a sunrise...or we were in a getaway car....

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Forum: C7 General Discussion
04-15-2016, 10:22 AM
Replies: 127
Views: 39,072
Posted By r75vet

This does seem to be a passionate debate that...

This does seem to be a passionate debate that most will never agree on.

Some are saying the Z51 allows them to drive more spiritedly on public roads and pull more "g's" when cornering.

After...
Forum: C7 General Discussion
02-20-2016, 09:41 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 25,329
Posted By r75vet

That is a stunning combo. Well done. I love the...

That is a stunning combo. Well done. I love the Kalahari and picked my exterior based on what I thought would look good with the interior. I would own your combo in a heartbeat. Nice work.
Forum: C7 General Discussion
10-04-2015, 07:35 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,481
Posted By r75vet

Manual- while at Spring Mountain the automatics...

Manual- while at Spring Mountain the automatics consistently caused cool down laps while the manuals performed flawless. The manual is over built for the base stingray and fine for the Z06. The...
Forum: C7 General Discussion
09-26-2015, 01:00 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 5,818
Posted By r75vet

Here's a couple tips that have worked for me: ...

Here's a couple tips that have worked for me:

1.) I try to plan my trips with 4 hrs or less of driving per day. I usually have 1 or 2 "travel days" with 7 or 8 hours but make those the...
Forum: C7 General Discussion
09-07-2015, 02:31 AM
Replies: 169
Views: 9,591
Posted By r75vet

What Feature Would You Like To See That Is Currently Not Offered?

I would like:

1.) Self healing and/or self cleaning paint.

2.) Blind spot monitors in mirrors.

3.) Adjustable seat bottom bolsters.
Forum: C7 General Discussion
09-01-2015, 09:21 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 979
Posted By r75vet

Spring Mountain, Sept. 8th and 9th

Bump. Anyone going next week?
Forum: C7 General Discussion
08-03-2015, 12:52 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,970
Posted By r75vet

Acceleration issue....

That's the best explanation I've seen so far. Those remedies would beat out starting in third gear :cool: However, I may be beyond cure at this point. I called my doctor and he can't help my ego or...
Forum: C7 General Discussion
08-02-2015, 01:16 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 979
Posted By r75vet

Spring Mountain Sep. 8th and 9th

I just watched some more videos and looked through their website. One more month and I'm off on my first Roadtrip with this great place being my main destination.
Forum: C7 General Discussion
08-02-2015, 12:25 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,970
Posted By r75vet

LOL you are probably spot on. I think the reason...

LOL you are probably spot on. I think the reason I noticed it yesterday is because I've kind of been lulled to sleep by the performance. The C7 doesn't always feel as fast as it is. 460 HP is a...
Forum: C7 General Discussion
08-02-2015, 12:18 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 5,804
Posted By r75vet

Thank you for asking this question.

I look forward to seeing your posts and videos. Someday I would love to push the top end for myself but until then videos are as close as I'll get. I'm really interested to hear how temperature and...
Forum: C7 General Discussion
08-01-2015, 11:44 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,779
Posted By r75vet

Where did you cruise to last weekend?

Cars and coffee at World of Speed in Wilsonville OR and then to lunch at Chevy's with my wife. While we were sitting there a z06 showed up and parked right next to us! We met a nice couple, and had...
Forum: C7 General Discussion
08-01-2015, 11:35 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,264
Posted By r75vet

Awesome video of Ron Fellows Driving School

So obviously some people don't care for the music in this video but if your one of the people who do try downloading the song, putting the top down or taking it off, cranking the volume to 3/4 and...
Forum: C7 General Discussion
08-01-2015, 11:27 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 5,804
Posted By r75vet

Can't get to top speed :(

Although I havnt tried it I too have quoted the 190 number when asked top speed. I have read that a couple of places.

Here is a link to a GM employee discussing the features of the c7 stingray...
Forum: C7 General Discussion
08-01-2015, 10:45 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,970
Posted By r75vet

Ok. Thanks for the diagnosis. I'll call and...

Ok. Thanks for the diagnosis. I'll call and make an appointment to get that checked out. I just thought I had a fast car with a lot of torque but now I realize I have an ego issue and physical...
Forum: C7 General Discussion
08-01-2015, 10:27 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,970
Posted By r75vet

That's the thing. I'm not racing and I know...

That's the thing. I'm not racing and I know there are people who really care but I don't. I'm more embarrassed that it looks like I'm racing. Don't get me wrong I like to use the go pedal but not...
Forum: C7 General Discussion
08-01-2015, 10:13 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,105
Posted By r75vet

What is the cost of courtesy delivery from SC dealer to n. Fl.?

NH to OR $350. Completely up to the receiving dealer I think.
Forum: C7 General Discussion
08-01-2015, 10:10 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,970
Posted By r75vet

Acceleration issue....

I've noticed that when I pull up to a stop light on a four lane road I almost always experience an acceleration issue. I am not trying to race off the line but by the time I shift to second without...
Forum: C7 General Discussion
07-31-2015, 06:30 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 979
Posted By r75vet

Spring Mountain, Sept. 8th and 9th

Who's going? It's coming up quick and I'm excited. I'm coming from Oregon and will be driving down through California. I'm looking forward to meeting some great people and having a great time!
Forum: C7 General Discussion
07-31-2015, 05:52 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 7,648
Posted By r75vet

Visor decal solution

Holy crap batman! You made me feel incredibly lucky. I was sitting in my recliner one night when I all the sudden I got up to go to the garage. About ten minutes later I came back in and my wife...
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