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#1443 of 1908 Re: 05 C6 - Brakes [glhendr1] by jmess Mar 29, 2006 (8:19 pm)
Replying to: glhendr1 (Mar 29, 2006 12:43 pm) If you have the Z51 package GM issued a service bulletin for the brake pads due to squeaking/noise. The fix is to replace the pads with a revised compound that reduces the problem. This is a no charge fix.   I have the F55 and have had zero problems with brake noise. I have done a few lapping session at the local race track also. Replies to this message: vinnyny (Apr 18, 2006 8:00 am)
#1444 of 1908 Corvette news of the day ... by starrow68 Apr 04, 2006 (11:11 am)
http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do/News/articleId=109876   Since the numbers are about the same as the Z06, why spend the extra $30k, then again getting a new Z06 might be part of the issue.
#1445 of 1908 Well for much more than a $30k diff, Edmunds comparison ... by starrow68 Apr 06, 2006 (9:26 am)
http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do/AutoshowArticles/articleId=109497   This corrects some earlier promo material from Ferrari that said their Mag fluid shocks were a first. And oh by the way, the Active Handling system in the Vette has had three modes since at least 2000. On has ESC and Traction Control while off is both systems, but in between there is Comp Mode that turns off TC and let's AH allow more slip angle in hard cornering.   Randy
#1446 of 1908 Re: 05 C6 - Brakes [jmess] by vinnyny Apr 18, 2006 (8:00 am)
Replying to: jmess (Mar 29, 2006 8:19 pm) I've got an 05 Z51 with brakes that squeal like a pig. Does anyone know the service bulletin number that addresses this issue? My dealer can't seem to find it. Thanks.
#1447 of 1908 C6 Z51 Brake Squeal by vinnyny Apr 18, 2006 (8:16 am)
My dealer just called me with the service bulletin number: document ID# 1793579. Here's the good part: it tells the dealer NOT TO REPLACE THE PADS because it doesn't solve the problem anyway. But don't worry, GM is working on a fix. In the interim, it's just too bad that your $61k car sounds like a ten-year old Hyundai! Replies to this message: starrow68 (Apr 18, 2006 11:21 am)
#1448 of 1908 Re: C6 Z51 Brake Squeal [vinnyny] by starrow68 Apr 18, 2006 (11:21 am)
Replying to: vinnyny (Apr 18, 2006 8:16 am) Just a C5 driver but you may want to do more research. I went to a Corvette specific board and reviewed the C6 tech and got no issues with Z51 brakes. This was hot about 6 months ago and your dealer may not be plugged into what was done. Just a possiblity.
#1449 of 1908 C5 or C6 by vettever Apr 19, 2006 (10:30 am)
I'm into my 2nd C5, the first a 99 black hardtop flooded in hurricane Wilma and replaced with an 02 black ZO6. I am in heaven when I'm in this car and the power is insane! I'm 58 and from the muscle car years. A 1963 Mopar Sport Fury Convert, 330 factory HP, ram exhaust & intake with dual quads, 411 rear and Altas Buchron cheater slicks to help keep it moving. This car was VERY FAST but my ZO6 is much, much faster! The only mod to the Vette is Borla Cat Backs with them two fat nasty looking pipes. (not for the couple extra HP but the wild growl) At first I didn't really like the C6 but it has grown on me. I'm not too sure I would go all the extra bucks for the ZO6 because it's real hard to keep my 405 HP from losing traction. (Kumho Extasa tires) Well let me be honest, if I could afford a new Zo6 I would be driving it now! Can't wait to see the C-7 Corvette!!! Replies to this message: starrow68 (Apr 19, 2006 10:45 am) volvomax (Apr 19, 2006 1:48 pm) starrow68 (Apr 19, 2006 5:32 pm) and 1 more...
#1450 of 1908 Re: C5 or C6 [vettever] by starrow68 Apr 19, 2006 (10:45 am)
Replying to: vettever (Apr 19, 2006 10:30 am) I agree about wanting to see the C7 but for me it's just economics. When it comes out the C6 will be a deal for about a 6 month window. The wife's '04 Z51 Coupe was ordered as she wanted it right at the end of C5 production and ended up at $11.5k off for just under $40k. As long as my '02 holds up the C6 is just not going to get me to make the change. Replies to this message: volvomax (Apr 19, 2006 1:48 pm) starrow68 (Apr 19, 2006 5:32 pm) volvomax (Apr 20, 2006 9:07 am)
#1451 of 1908 Re: C5 or C6 [starrow68] by volvomax Apr 19, 2006 (1:48 pm)
Replying to: starrow68 (Apr 19, 2006 10:45 am) I've had 2 C4's and just picked up a used C5, a 99 coupe w/ 20k. I'm not that fond of the C5 shape, I think the C4 was a better looking car. The C5 is alot easier to drive and live with. i like the style of the C6 better and will be looking for a used one in a couple of years. Replies to this message: starrow68 (Apr 19, 2006 5:32 pm) volvomax (Apr 20, 2006 9:07 am)
#1452 of 1908 Re: C5 or C6 [volvomax] by starrow68 Apr 19, 2006 (5:32 pm)
Replying to: volvomax (Apr 19, 2006 1:48 pm) Actually you may have a better deal than mine. I've considered used Vettes, had a '95 with 18k miles I got in '03 and unloaded for what I paid 10k miles later in '04. The only thing better about ordering is that you get exactly what you want instead of having to search for it or more probably getting something close. The number of Vettes in our local club that are pampered and never driven hard is simply astounding to me. My '02 will, on the other hand, not go for top dollar when I have to move it. Replies to this message: volvomax (Apr 20, 2006 9:07 am)

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