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Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
04-08-2024, 08:15 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,275
Posted By skybolt31

I went with an AC Delco OEM looking battery, not...

I went with an AC Delco OEM looking battery, not because I thought it was actually better, but because it looks like it belongs in the car. I admit not the most rational reasoning, but I don't think...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
04-05-2024, 08:17 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 937
Posted By skybolt31

I have a VIAIR and when I got it, I plugged it...

I have a VIAIR and when I got it, I plugged it into the lighter and it pumped air into an already inflated tire, have not used it in an emergency. Before I got it, I wrestled with the choice of...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
03-23-2024, 08:09 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 774
Posted By skybolt31

Many years ago when I bought my first airplane...

Many years ago when I bought my first airplane and did an oil change, it said on the filter to use Dow Corning #4 to lube the gasket. So I bought a tube of DC4 and it lasted probably about 25 years...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
03-16-2024, 04:03 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 470
Posted By skybolt31

I have two GoPro 6's and they are remarkable...

I have two GoPro 6's and they are remarkable cameras, I use them on my airplane. I don't know what they are up to now, but even buying a new one isn't that much money, I think they are still under...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
03-10-2024, 10:23 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 868
Posted By skybolt31

I am in a similar position, I think if the hoses...

I am in a similar position, I think if the hoses pass a visual inspection, I would leave them. Same with the belt, look for cracks on the ribbed surface. I don't put that many miles on either so at...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
03-06-2024, 10:14 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 773
Posted By skybolt31

I put new tires on my car that are not run-flat...

I put new tires on my car that are not run-flat so I carry a good compressor, slime and some plugs. From my research (reading online) I am thinking the odds of plugging a tire on the side of the...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
03-01-2024, 10:35 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,020
Posted By skybolt31

Last time I put regular in, my front end went out...

Last time I put regular in, my front end went out of alignment and the car started leaking windshield washer fluid. Come to think of it, that is when my girlfriend left. Hope you have better luck.
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
02-24-2024, 02:12 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,627
Posted By skybolt31

^^^^^^^^^^ This

^^^^^^^^^^ This
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
02-21-2024, 02:58 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 6,308
Posted By skybolt31

First place for me is the early C3's, the chrome...

First place for me is the early C3's, the chrome bumper cars.

Second is the C2 coupes. A classic design, but they do look dated with the tall skinny tires.

Third is the C6, love the look, it...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
02-15-2024, 10:46 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 932
Posted By skybolt31

This was my experience exactly, there are a...

This was my experience exactly, there are a million cup holder phone mounts out there, I figured Weathertech would be one of the best, but it never set right in the cup holder. Tried a ProClip and...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
12-09-2023, 07:04 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 816
Posted By skybolt31

I bought a 2015 Honda new and got the extended...

I bought a 2015 Honda new and got the extended warranty which turned out to be an aftermarket warranty. This surprised me, at the time I thought it was something that I was getting from Honda. The...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
12-09-2023, 07:33 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 7,358
Posted By skybolt31

Thanks for the reply, unfortunately, it does not...

Thanks for the reply, unfortunately, it does not seem to be accurate. It seems to imply that there are no holes to be drilled, so investigated further and reviewed the installation instrutions that...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
12-07-2023, 03:24 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 7,358
Posted By skybolt31

To install one of these mounts on a base '13,...

To install one of these mounts on a base '13, does one have to drill holes anywhere?
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
11-28-2023, 01:32 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,758
Posted By skybolt31

The MMR for that car is $27.9K and one with 12k...

The MMR for that car is $27.9K and one with 12k miles sold for $29.5 and one with 9.7k miles sold for $29k, these are prices at a dealer auction, the retail is listed at $32k, so, I think $31k is a...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
11-26-2023, 07:58 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,332
Posted By skybolt31

I watched that video when I was researching and...

I watched that video when I was researching and it is a nicely done video, but I remember thinking that this guy has views or opinions that no one else seemed to have.
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
10-26-2023, 11:02 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,392
Posted By skybolt31

First two questions to ask are do you want run...

First two questions to ask are do you want run flats and do you want summer only tires? If you drive in temps below 40, you should get all season tires. I don't know where you live so I can't say...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
10-09-2023, 03:02 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,514
Posted By skybolt31

does anyone know the part number for this device?

does anyone know the part number for this device?
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
10-08-2023, 10:23 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,230
Posted By skybolt31

Not sure if these fit your year, but I went with...

Not sure if these fit your year, but I went with OEM's from Amazon, I thought I got a good deal at $50 a piece, now they are down to $40. Not sayign that they are any better than the Schraders, but...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
09-24-2023, 10:49 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 4,239
Posted By skybolt31

I replaced my 10 year old Goodyear runflats with...

I replaced my 10 year old Goodyear runflats with the Goodyear Exhilarates. I decided to go with an all season tire as I drive when it is below 40 and I decided to forgo the runflat option. I...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
09-17-2023, 12:04 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,099
Posted By skybolt31

I had a late C4 and was planning on a C5 and fell...

I had a late C4 and was planning on a C5 and fell into that spend a little more to get a C6 trap. I say trap but I love my C6. One of the key things for me in addition to all the good information you...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
09-15-2023, 07:31 AM
Replies: 20
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Views: 1,317
Posted By skybolt31

ProClip. They are about $70 but are easy to...

ProClip. They are about $70 but are easy to install and look like they came with the car. I was reluctant at first because it snaps in-between some panels, but now that I have it, am very happy,...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
09-11-2023, 06:28 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 805
Posted By skybolt31

After a week or so with no issues, I connected to...

After a week or so with no issues, I connected to the Bluetooth adapter and still no issues. I know the cigarette USB adapters can be "noisy" so after a while I will try that again but so far no...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
09-10-2023, 01:18 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,147
Posted By skybolt31

I had an '86, a '95 and now a 2013, Not sure what...

I had an '86, a '95 and now a 2013, Not sure what you mean by weekend hobby, the C6 is really better in just about every way. I did like the way my '95 looked, but looks are personal taste. You...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
09-03-2023, 08:28 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 805
Posted By skybolt31

I have gone a week now without using the usb...

I have gone a week now without using the usb adaptor or the bluetooth adaptor and have had no problems, I don't know if that "proves" it just yet, but seems to be related.
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
08-31-2023, 08:22 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,985
Posted By skybolt31

Your first two decisions are run flat and summer...

Your first two decisions are run flat and summer as opposed to all season. I don't think you have to worry about operation below 40, so seems like a summer tire is the obvious choice. I opted to...
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