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Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
03-25-2024, 03:58 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 549
Posted By Rx7Rob

I changed mine just for the hell of it due to its...

I changed mine just for the hell of it due to its age. Cheap insurance.
Forum: C5 Tech
03-25-2024, 03:55 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 184
Posted By Rx7Rob

I think I grabbed it with vice grips (in an area...

I think I grabbed it with vice grips (in an area where damage to the pin wouldn't cause a problem) and rotated while pulling it out.
Forum: C5 Tech
03-01-2024, 05:15 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,258
Posted By Rx7Rob

I'm using LS6 intake on LS1 with original tubes. ...

I'm using LS6 intake on LS1 with original tubes.

Snap the ribs off the bottom of the intake and massage the tubes SLIGHTLY with hammer. Think I only had to do it in a couple of places. Fits w/o...
Forum: C5 Tech
02-23-2024, 06:28 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 168
Posted By Rx7Rob

Want to attach something else under the bolts. ...

Want to attach something else under the bolts.

Thanks
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing Classifieds
02-23-2024, 04:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 314
Posted By Rx7Rob

Still way more than I'm willing to spend,...

Still way more than I'm willing to spend, especially since I'd be tossing the tires in the trash. The last wheels I got were $145 / ea delivered.
Forum: C5 Tech
02-23-2024, 01:17 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 168
Posted By Rx7Rob

Rear Spring Mounting Brackets

Can the rear spring mounting brackets be removed or will the spring jump out?

I'd like to remove one of the factory brackets but don't want to disturb the spring. Can I just remove the two bolts...
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing Classifieds
02-22-2024, 03:44 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 532
Posted By Rx7Rob

Thats a beautiful car! Looks naked w/o the side...

Thats a beautiful car! Looks naked w/o the side pipes.
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
02-22-2024, 03:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 413
Posted By Rx7Rob

Here are photos of my install: ...

Here are photos of my install: https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/c5-tech/3838721-accusump.html#post1592456225

Kubs, I removed the flap from inside the fender. The sump does not block the...
Forum: C5 Tech
02-22-2024, 03:24 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 706
Posted By Rx7Rob

EDM (Electronic Discharge Machining) will easily...

EDM (Electronic Discharge Machining) will easily burn that out without damaging the threads.
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing Classifieds
02-11-2024, 04:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 314
Posted By Rx7Rob

Still searching ....

Still searching ....
Forum: C5 Tech
02-11-2024, 10:09 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 379
Posted By Rx7Rob

Hmm, I've seen a dirt bike radiator get pee'd in....

Hmm, I've seen a dirt bike radiator get pee'd in. Better than running the motor dry.

My buddy filled his bike with the clear colored Gatorade that I had in a plain bottle in the cooler (he...
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing Classifieds
02-09-2024, 06:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 314
Posted By Rx7Rob

PM sent ....

PM sent ....
Forum: C5 Parts for Sale/Wanted
02-08-2024, 04:33 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 200
Posted By Rx7Rob

C5Z OEM Rear Rims

Looking for two OEM rear (18 x 10.5) C5Z rims. They'll be for the track so not picky about the paint. Must be straight / true and able to balance. Not interested in aftermarket.

Don't need tires...
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing Classifieds
02-04-2024, 05:54 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 314
Posted By Rx7Rob

Only need two rims w/o tires. I have the tires...

Only need two rims w/o tires. I have the tires that will go on them.

Thanks

Rob
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing Classifieds
02-04-2024, 10:23 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 314
Posted By Rx7Rob

C5Z OEM Rear Rims

Guess you can't have enough wheels ...

Looking for two OEM rear (18 x 10.5) C5Z rims. They'll be for the track so not picky about the paint. Must be straight / true and able to balance. Not...
Forum: C5 Tech
01-31-2024, 04:31 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 228
Posted By Rx7Rob

I installed mine a long time ago (>10 years) but...

I installed mine a long time ago (>10 years) but like Cubs, think I did both sides up from the bottom.
Forum: C5 Tech
01-22-2024, 04:25 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,092
Posted By Rx7Rob

Follow the dopeinstall posted by feeder. First...

Follow the dopeinstall posted by feeder. First time I did it on jack stands, second time on a quickjack. Took multiple lifts with my floor jacks to get the car high enough.

Its not a...
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
01-11-2024, 04:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 487
Posted By Rx7Rob

I got this one (but with attached fan): ...

I got this one (but with attached fan): https://derale.com/product-footer/fluid-coolers/universal/dual-circuit/premium--10an-side-ports-single-filter-mount-3-4--16-filter-threads-detail

Its a...
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
01-10-2024, 05:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 487
Posted By Rx7Rob

Nice! I may give it a shot. I'm still running...

Nice! I may give it a shot. I'm still running the leaf so will have to see where to duct the air up.

I purchased the Derale 15301 twin 8 pass cooler with fan and planned to install it somewhere...
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
01-03-2024, 05:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 418
Posted By Rx7Rob

Typically, hardness of a material is measured...

Typically, hardness of a material is measured against a solid backing. This is impossible to do on a tire. The measurement of a tire will be somewhat affected by the modulus of the inflated rubber....
Forum: C5 Tech
01-03-2024, 04:58 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 285
Posted By Rx7Rob

Its a common problem with the Corsa's. They'll...

Its a common problem with the Corsa's. They'll replace them only if you have the original receipt. Mine rattled but after about another year (of track days) it stopped. My guess is the baffle...
Forum: C5 Tech
11-24-2023, 07:59 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 333
Posted By Rx7Rob

Mine hasn't been attached for decades.

Mine hasn't been attached for decades.
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
11-19-2023, 05:54 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 277
Posted By Rx7Rob

Did the full flush this afternoon. Removed the...

Did the full flush this afternoon. Removed the return line and kept pumping fresh fluid through until it came out looking the same as from the bottle. Went from dark brown to translucent red (color...
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
11-19-2023, 09:54 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 277
Posted By Rx7Rob

Valvoline ATF in Power Steering?

Had some power steering issues for the first time during my last track day. Think its time for a full drain & flush.

I have some Valvoline Max Life multi vehicle Dex/Merc full synthetic ATF on...
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
11-13-2023, 04:22 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,185
Posted By Rx7Rob

Damn, thats a long braking zone if you're...

Damn, thats a long braking zone if you're "braking from turn 10 to turn 1"! Lol, no wonder it broke.
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