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Forum: C5 Tech
03-31-2022, 04:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 737
Posted By tbrowne

Techron works for me on the 04. However, I think...

Techron works for me on the 04. However, I think there is a point at which you will have to drop the passenger tank and replace the sender if you want to know how much fuel you have. Techron is a...
Forum: C5 Tech
05-29-2020, 07:29 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,632
Posted By tbrowne

The cable can be moved manually by shifting the...

The cable can be moved manually by shifting the transmission lever at the trans in the rear of the car. You have to jack up the rear end, reach under and shift the linkage by rotating the lever. The...
Forum: C5 Tech
05-27-2020, 06:16 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,326
Posted By tbrowne

It makes no difference whether it's from an auto...

It makes no difference whether it's from an auto or manual trans car. Any differential out of any C5 Vette will work in any other C5. You just need the complete differential - your existing axles and...
Forum: C5 Tech
05-26-2020, 07:23 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,326
Posted By tbrowne

A 3.73 gear won't fit into the 2.73 case, you'll...

A 3.73 gear won't fit into the 2.73 case, you'll need a complete rear diff. Used units can be had on ebay and are generally available locally if you you aren't in a very rural area. There are many...
Forum: C5 Tech
05-09-2020, 12:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,428
Posted By tbrowne

You really need an 8 inch caliper to measure...

You really need an 8 inch caliper to measure properly. Find zero lash with the pushrod checker, pull it out and measure it with a caliper. Counting turns on a checker is fraught with errors. Wrap the...
Forum: C5 Tech
04-29-2020, 04:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 758
Posted By tbrowne

Here's a quick tip: Wrap the threads on the...

Here's a quick tip: Wrap the threads on the pushrod checker with white plumbers tape when you get it. The tape will keep the two halves of the checker from turning too easily allowing you to make...
Forum: C5 Tech
04-29-2020, 08:27 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 594
Posted By tbrowne

You probably want to stick with the OEM base...

You probably want to stick with the OEM base shocks. The C6 Z51 and C5 Z06 shocks are much firmer and it doesn't sound like you want a firmer ride. I think the Z06 shocks may have been superseded by...
Forum: C5 Tech
04-29-2020, 08:13 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 758
Posted By tbrowne

You generally have to change pushrods after a cam...

You generally have to change pushrods after a cam change and that would be my first guess as the core of the problem. Did you measure pushrod length with an adjustable pushrod checker before buying...
Forum: C5 Tech
04-21-2020, 08:16 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 783
Posted By tbrowne

Hydraulic lifters aren't sensitive to small...

Hydraulic lifters aren't sensitive to small differences in pushrod length. 5/1000's of an inch isn't going to effect your build. You would probably need a wheel barrow full of push rods to go through...
Forum: C5 Tech
04-21-2020, 08:06 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,494
Posted By tbrowne

Doesn't matter much why a battery leaks - it's a...

Doesn't matter much why a battery leaks - it's a catastrophe on a C5 when it happens. Going AGM makes perfect sense when replacing the battery. Top post batteries were a big improvement over side...
Forum: C5 Tech
04-11-2020, 08:57 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 543
Posted By tbrowne

Are you the original owner? Looks like someone's...

Are you the original owner? Looks like someone's been in there before you and botched the job.
Forum: C5 Tech
04-11-2020, 08:54 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 746
Posted By tbrowne

Using tools for purposes they weren't designed...

Using tools for purposes they weren't designed for can be hazardous - this looks like a accident waiting to happen. I wouldn't even consider sliding a jack stand under that rig.
Forum: C5 Tech
03-18-2020, 04:00 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,341
Posted By tbrowne

It's quite a lot of work. The balancer and front...

It's quite a lot of work. The balancer and front engine cover need to come off to get to the pump. You most likely have a faulty oil pressure sender, it's a common problem.
Forum: C5 Tech
03-14-2020, 02:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,519
Posted By tbrowne

How long are you going to go between drain and...

How long are you going to go between drain and refills? It's generally a mistake to change the fluid without changing the filter because a plugged filter can trash the trans in short order. Fluid...
Forum: C5 Tech
03-10-2020, 08:19 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 590
Posted By tbrowne

The front looks like it has a bra covering the...

The front looks like it has a bra covering the nose but is otherwise stock - you'd have to see it in person to know for sure. The doors have a gullwing kit on them and might not be to everyone's...
Forum: C5 Tech
02-21-2020, 03:46 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 352
Posted By tbrowne

I have LG Super Pro Headers with Corsa Sport...

I have LG Super Pro Headers with Corsa Sport exhaust and never have any pops on deceleration. It's loud but it's sweet without any resonance. The tune makes all the difference and there shouldn't be...
Forum: C5 Tech
02-20-2020, 05:44 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 788
Posted By tbrowne

Good work! Shows how important a visual...

Good work! Shows how important a visual inspection can be.
Forum: C5 Tech
02-09-2020, 08:02 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 765
Posted By tbrowne

I think you'd be OK if the threads were chased...

I think you'd be OK if the threads were chased with a thread chaser long enough to reach the bottom of the threads on the crank. Don't use a tap to chase the threads - a tap is the wrong tool. You...
Forum: C5 Tech
02-08-2020, 06:59 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,483
Posted By tbrowne

The link below show exactly how it's done. ...

The link below show exactly how it's done.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yg7z-Frls8k
Forum: C5 Tech
02-02-2020, 08:13 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 853
Posted By tbrowne

Glad you figured it out and looking forward to...

Glad you figured it out and looking forward to the video!
Forum: C5 Tech
02-02-2020, 08:03 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,177
Posted By tbrowne

Might be good to ask this question on an car...

Might be good to ask this question on an car audio forum, but I'd say if the amp is that big you need a bigger battery and a high output alternator. It's possible you'll need two batteries depending...
Forum: C5 Tech
01-26-2020, 09:34 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 765
Posted By tbrowne

It's not likely the battery is ruined due to a...

It's not likely the battery is ruined due to a single discharge. Letting a battery go dead, that is drop below 10.5 volts, does take some life out of it but you should be able to recharge it and get...
Forum: C5 Tech
01-25-2020, 02:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 765
Posted By tbrowne

The C5 needs to be plugged in to a battery tender...

The C5 needs to be plugged in to a battery tender if it's going to sit for more than a week. They all have enough parasitic draw to discharge a battery if left too long. It's a kind of hidden feature.
Forum: C5 Tech
01-22-2020, 08:26 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,861
Posted By tbrowne

CRC electric cleaner is bad stuff. Anyone using...

CRC electric cleaner is bad stuff. Anyone using it should be aware of the health hazards. Use it in a well ventilated area, wear nitrile gloves, use eye protection and breathing protection. The...
Forum: C5 Tech
01-18-2020, 09:23 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 581
Posted By tbrowne

Send it to https://www.performabuilt.com/ in...

Send it to https://www.performabuilt.com/ in Pennsylvania. They're a sponsor here and can satisfy your needs. Give them a call - they'll tell you how to ship the trans and build to your specs. I sent...
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