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#1380 of 1907 Re: C6 Seats and Changes for '06 [pcg59] by starrow68 Sep 21, 2005 (7:41 pm)
Replying to: pcg59 (Sep 21, 2005 12:02 pm) About the drilled rotors, they are a must have for wannabe performance enthusiast, just MHO. Turns out at the track you only see drilled rotors when someone is new or brings out something that came that way. When you start to get into heavy braking, the drilled rotors crack easier than solid and the heat dissapation while possibly better, it is debated, isn't enough to make up for frequent replacement. Even solid rotors can crack after a year or so of easy track use and much quicker with real race driving, threshold braking into each turn. I've had cars for up to 178k miles and never replaced a rotor before in 40 years of driving, until I started tracking.    I agree with Z51 though. Just saw a post from a Z51 coupe that did a track day in the high 90's and kept the oil temp under 250 degrees. Even with an oil cooler on my C5 which keeps the oil under 200 on the highway, I get into the upper 200's on hot days. Prior to the oil cooler I was up to 295 on a warm day and not really pushing. Randy
#1381 of 1907 Re: C6 Seats and Changes for '06 [vinnyny] by jmess Sep 21, 2005 (8:32 pm)
Replying to: vinnyny (Sep 21, 2005 10:13 am) The current visible changes I have read about are: some interior trim (like radio knobs), some plastic interior part color/shade changes, 6 speed auto option, different steering wheel, and GM badges on the sides. There are probably a number of changes you don't see. For the manual version you don't have to put it in reverse anymore when you shut off the engine (was required to prevent battery discharge for 05).   The Z51 is more important if you plan on track time or autocross events. You can always firm up the stock suspension/handling the usual way with springs, bars, shocks, wheels, and tires. The Z51 is not a bad value considering what you get though.   I don't think the standard seats are missing much except some adjustable side bolsters and lumbar support. People report them to be comfortable. Even the sports seats with side bolsters don't provide enough support at high cornering loads IMHO.   A bone stock C6 provides a lot of bang for your buck and is really a fairly well equipped car if you can do without all the electrically assisted features you get with the higher level interior. So it is really your call as what is important. I don't regret getting one with all the stuff but after having one for 6 months I know I could easily live without it. The car would still be a kick to drive and comfortable enough for long trips.   I also agree that crossed drilled rotors are more for show and they will crack under hard use. You can always buy a set if you need them.
#1382 of 1907 Re: [Mr_Shiftright] by iculookin Sep 22, 2005 (4:49 pm)
Replying to: Mr_Shiftright (Jun 04, 2004 10:32 am) tell me im new to this and buying 2002 z06 but i luv vets have all my life kids grown  and 42 cant wait r there any major probs with the z'ss
#1383 of 1907 Depends on the year by starrow68 Sep 23, 2005 (7:06 am)
I'm just driving a coupe so what I've heard is hearsay. There was an oiling issue in 2001 but I think it was ok by '02. Other than that they seem fairly bullet proof from the ones I see on track, and that has been many. The other issues are just the standard ones that apply to all Corvettes: the column lock issue, several solutions but Chevy did a recall on that one; the rocking seat, also under a bulletin that replaced the motors under the seat if there was a complaint, not a recall; and not much else I'm aware of.   On a Z06 I'd look closely at the panel below the doors. I tape the back of my wheel wells which limits the abuse from rocks on the track but nobody I've seen tapes all along under the door and it's clear my car has been tracked from the nicks and gouges in that area. Other than that, running on track with a bra the car looks perfectly clean. Most of these cars never see the track, btw. Randy
#1384 of 1907 Re: C6 Seats and Changes for '06 by vinnyny Sep 23, 2005 (8:31 am)
Thanks for the inputs. I decided to order an '06 just the way I want it. It will cost me only about $3k more but I make most of that back in depreciation, so I think it's just about a wash. I ordered the custom plate today: 06 C6. It might look funny on my 330CiC, but hopefully it won't be on there long.   Now I just need to find a dealer who will do $2500 off MSRP on an '06 order...
#1385 of 1907 by starrow68 Sep 29, 2005 (7:45 am)
2006 Corvette Coupe and Convertible • New features for 2006 include: • 6 speed paddle shift transmission with automatic modes • Smaller diameter 3-spoke steering wheel • XM Satellite Radio included with Bose audio systems and features hidden antenna • The Gray (37T) Convertible Top, introduced in 2005 MY, has been carried over for 2006 and will be available for ordering in beginning August 19, 2005.
#1386 of 1907 Muses of an Old timer by dustyone Oct 09, 2005 (8:53 pm)
I have learned several things lately.   "Life is too short not to drive a Corvette" "Owning a Corvette is not important, but driving one is" "I am a Driver, Not a Polisher"   '03 50th AE convertible, automatic '04 Z06 Comm. Edition Z16
#1387 of 1907 Dustyone, Enjoy! by starrow68 Oct 10, 2005 (8:55 am)
According to sources, the new Blue for 2006 is Asiatic Blue, don't have info on what shade it will be. Some guy online, says he got an advanced order by paying extra. LeMans Blue is too dark in my book, will be interesting to see. Randy Replies to this message: dustyone (Oct 10, 2005 7:24 pm)
#1388 of 1907 Re: Dustyone, Enjoy! [starrow68] by dustyone Oct 10, 2005 (7:24 pm)
Replying to: starrow68 (Oct 10, 2005 8:55 am) Yes, but the stripes tone it down just right. Love the blue with STRIPES...
#1389 of 1907 Help with valuing a modified vette. by cflknr Oct 14, 2005 (8:29 am)
I need help to value a 75' vette. It doesn't have the original motor. It has a 350 with a full race cam. It get about 350 hp. It has a munsy tranny, high performance spark plug wires, and edlebrock head covers. It has side pipes and aluminum wheels. White with black interior and a black bra, T-tops. It is a runner. Needs paint and of course interior work. What do you all think?

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