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Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
01-28-2024, 10:34 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 919
Posted By dollarbill

Based on the results from the 24 hours of...

Based on the results from the 24 hours of Daytona, the Z06 isn’t ready for prime time racing. I guess this happens when you put the head of Cadillac racing in charge of all GM Racing.
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
06-12-2023, 10:16 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,039
Posted By dollarbill

We have a several facts in this thread. First is...

We have a several facts in this thread. First is the fact that Fehan/Pratt-Miller were very very successful in building and running Corvette Racing. They had a plan and executed the plan with great...
Forum: C8 General Discussion
06-11-2023, 11:42 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,617
Posted By dollarbill

This is what happens when you put a Cadillac lady...

This is what happens when you put a Cadillac lady in charge of GM Racing. Cadillac has a Factory team and Corvette doesn’t. The best they can do is sell “race” cars to privateer teams and hope for a...
Forum: C8 General Discussion
06-11-2023, 09:15 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,617
Posted By dollarbill

Worst decision in the world for corvette. They...

Worst decision in the world for corvette. They finally go mid engine and then drop out. So we have a highly competitive car and we are pulling out of factory racing and leaving the factory program to...
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
05-01-2023, 06:24 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 10,049
Posted By dollarbill

Great info Smithers. I know it is a pain to...

Great info Smithers. I know it is a pain to update and I understand that allocations will be leading actual built Z06s. If you could produce this spreadsheet once a month, it would be a great service...
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
08-01-2022, 08:57 PM
Replies: 365
Views: 24,830
Posted By dollarbill

Sign the No-Flip document when

I’ll sign the no-flip document when a dealer sells me a Z06 at MSRP. What is good for the goose is good for the gander.
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
07-30-2022, 02:38 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,146
Posted By dollarbill

I agree with the AS4. Great tires. I’ve got 6k...

I agree with the AS4. Great tires. I’ve got 6k on mine and they are performing better than expected. Great traction with minimal wear. Car handles like it is on rails even in the rain which we get a...
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
07-29-2022, 04:30 PM
Replies: 229
Views: 14,270
Posted By dollarbill

Many after market Warentee options and many don’t...

Many after market Warentee options and many don’t care about after purchase support since they start modding right away. Flippers gonna flip and drivers gonna drive. They got to figure a way to sell...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
05-27-2022, 03:03 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,034
Posted By dollarbill

I cracked a rear wheel. Got it welded up and...

I cracked a rear wheel. Got it welded up and refinished. You can’t see the spot and the wheel is true.
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
03-03-2022, 10:57 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 10,955
Posted By dollarbill

New Way to Markup C8 Z06

Got a call from a dealer yesterday that sells C8’s at sticker. Ask if I still only was interested in a Z06. My response was yes I only want a Z06 and I want to pay sticker. They said the car would be...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
10-05-2021, 03:14 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,268
Posted By dollarbill

Had a rear crack on the inside at 17k miles with...

Had a rear crack on the inside at 17k miles with same wheels as shown above. I found it because it was leaking a pound of pressure a day. Went to the tire shop expecting a nail and they saw the...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
07-26-2021, 09:02 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,871
Posted By dollarbill

Just curious as to why the ring gear. Are you...

Just curious as to why the ring gear. Are you changing ratios? If you do change the ring gear be sure to pattern it or the whine will drive you nuts until it eventually wears in.
Forum: C8 General Discussion
06-30-2021, 08:32 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 7,384
Posted By dollarbill

I varies by state and by dealer. I purchased a...

I varies by state and by dealer. I purchased a 2005 corvette in Oklahoma. I flew there and gave the dealer a cashiers check and he put a temp tag on the car and handed me the C/O. Said to hand it to...
Forum: C8 General Discussion
06-28-2021, 12:49 PM
Replies: 125
Views: 20,053
Posted By dollarbill

You never know. Drop by Ciocca Mercedes and try...

You never know. Drop by Ciocca Mercedes and try buying a G-wagon for sticker and let us know what the markup is. Short term I am sure there will be smiles, hand shakes and little changing. Longer...
Forum: C7 Parts for Sale/Wanted
06-28-2021, 12:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,567
Posted By dollarbill

You never know. Drop by Ciocca Mercedes and try...

You never know. Drop by Ciocca Mercedes and try buying a G-wagon for sticker and let us know what the markup is. Short term I am sure there will be smiles, hand shakes and little changing. Longer...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
06-23-2021, 02:23 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,155
Posted By dollarbill

LG does quality work and offers quality parts....

LG does quality work and offers quality parts. With that said, I would also check out Gspeed’s offering. They have a “no cut” offering that you might want to take a look at. Also make sure that your...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
06-21-2021, 06:43 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,901
Posted By dollarbill

Montana Bob Here are my thought on how to...

Montana Bob
Here are my thought on how to accomplish what you are looking for. Any good fiberglass repair shop should be able to make you a ridged hood liner using fiberglass and resin. They can...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
05-31-2021, 11:59 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,249
Posted By dollarbill

Thank you veterans

Let us all give thanks to all that served our great USA and honor those that made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom🇺🇸
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
04-09-2021, 12:18 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,144
Posted By dollarbill

Is the car tuned and or moded. If so what is not...

Is the car tuned and or moded. If so what is not stock.
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
01-16-2021, 04:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,538
Posted By dollarbill

Now that winter is here, every morning my Z06...

Now that winter is here, every morning my Z06 does that. I let it idle a little and by the time I am a few blocks down the street the red line is moving up as the heater is warming me up in the cabin.
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
12-17-2020, 10:47 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,169
Posted By dollarbill

Fehan departs Corvette racing

So Doug Fehan has departed Corvette Racing. Also Pratt & Miller has been sold to Oshkosh for $105 million. Sounds like things are in flux as the C8 R hits its stride and has been winning on the track...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
12-11-2020, 01:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,994
Posted By dollarbill

What was the code that you reset? Probably an...

What was the code that you reset? Probably an issue with O2 sensors or air leak on intake but the code stored should tell you.
Forum: C7 Forced Induction/Nitrous
12-05-2020, 06:26 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,088
Posted By dollarbill

I would do 2 things. First is to replace the belt...

I would do 2 things. First is to replace the belt tensioner with a fresh new unit. Second is to put a 859hd on it. My 2c
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
10-11-2020, 11:46 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,187
Posted By dollarbill

My 16 Z06 was intermittently failing. One fob was...

My 16 Z06 was intermittently failing. One fob was a little worse than the other. New 2032 coin batteries fixed both fobs.
Forum: C8 General Discussion
10-08-2020, 10:28 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,275
Posted By dollarbill

good ? Also is the switch wall between the seats...

good ? Also is the switch wall between the seats swapped around too.
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