The radiator on my ’63 Split Window Coupe wasn’t doing its job well at all, rendering the car unusable due to overheating after 15 minutes of driving – even less if the ambient temperature was over 80 degrees. While this is a numbers-matching car, the previous owner had made some cosmetic “eye-candy” mods such as […]
Looking for a C5 Corvette Rocking Seat Fix? Here’s a Step-by-step Remedy
If you have a C5 Corvette (1997-2004) with electric seats and some miles on it, by now you’ve undoubtedly noticed that the driver seat (and the passenger seat too, if you usually have someone riding shotgun with you) rocks a bit. In actuality, the seat slides forward during braking and slides rearward during acceleration. This […]
Exploring the 1967-1986 Corvette Tilt/Telescopic Steering Column
Since day one GM has never spared any money in engineering. My co-writer Chuck Schuster and I have been long-time believers in if GM built it that way there was a good reason they built it that way. On the same note, we do not believe GM ever changed anything unless they came up […]
C4 Corvette Upper Ball Joint Replacement
Replacing the ball joints in a C4 isn’t as hard as most people think, although it is a bit time consuming and a complete front-end alignment is required after the installation is complete. The hardest part of this project is the removal of the upper control arms, but once they’re out of the car, the […]
How to Measure Your 1953-1982 Corvette for Proper Tire and Wheel Fitment
1984-2024 CORVETTE WHEEL SIZE & OFFSET CHART Wheel backspacing is a CRUCIAL measurement, if you’re planning to install new tires and wheels on your 1953-1982 Corvette. This measurement determines proper fitment of your tires and wheels and measuring wheel backspacing is very quick and easy. Our beloved C1 and C2 Corvettes feature classic lines and unmatched […]
C4-C6 Corvette Weather Stripping Replacement
Article and photos by Tom Benford The rubber weather stripping on C4, C5, and C6 Corvette Targa tops eventually becomes dry and fails to seal out rain and moisture the way it was designed to do. When this occurs, the only cure is to replace the weather stripping. In this article, we’ll show you how. […]
C5/C6 Corvette Serpentine Belt Replacement
Article and photos by Tom Benford Like all things mechanical, the serpentine belt tensioner and idler pulley on your C5 or C6 Corvette engine will eventually wear, develop play, and require replacement. Here’s how to identify when that time comes and how to handle the replacement. When Does a Corvette Serpentine Belt Need to Be […]
How to Replace a C5 Corvette Headlight Actuator Control Module
It doesn’t happen often, but when a headlight actuator control module bites the dust, your 1997-2004 C5 Corvette’s headlamps will no longer go up or down. If you’re running into problems with your Corvette’s headlights, we can help you understand what’s happening and find a fix. Read on. Before You Get Ahead of Yourself: Check […]
Restomod vs. Restoration: How To Choose the Best Project for Your Classic Corvette
If you’re a classic car enthusiast, you know how important it is to preserve their timeless beauty. So, if you have a vintage car you’d like to turn into a project, you have an important decision to make – should you restomod or restore the vehicle? Read on to dive into this topic so you […]
Best Car Covers for Your Corvette
Check Out the Best Car Covers for Your Corvette Whether you’re keeping your Corvette indoors or outdoors, we always recommend covering it with a car cover if it’s stored for a few months or more. Your cover should be based on your priorities and where you will keep the car. For example, a cotton car […]