While the Corvette dashboard has remained the same in functionality over the years, the design and layout have gone through some changes. The center console is not a part of the dash but has housed different dash elements throughout the generations. Here is an overview of the evolution of the Corvette Dashboard.
Category: C6 (2005-2013)
Replacing C5 and C6 Corvette Door Hinges for 1997-2013 Models
If you think about it, your C5 or C6 Corvette door hinges take quite a beating. When open, they’re required to support the entire weight of the door, then take the shock of sudden closure when the door is shut. They do this time after time, year after year, without complaining—for the most part. All […]
2005-2013 C6 Corvette Factory Paint Colors
Chevy released the sixth-generation Corvette in 2005. It was considered an evolution of its predecessor, but with a few notable updates and improvements. On the list was new styling, new technology, a larger engine, an upgraded suspension, and more. These updates and improvements upon previous Corvette models made the C6 a favorite, known especially for […]
How to Choose the Right Brake Pads for Your Corvette
Written by Danny Kellermeyer/DJ Racing Good brake pads are a necessity for all vehicles. Trying to determine what you need for your driving application can be difficult, and the more money you spend doesn’t mean it is the best selection for your Corvette. What Are Brake Pads, and How Do They Affect Corvette Performance? Brake […]
Corvette C5, C6 & C7 Wheel Bearing Installation
A person with moderate mechanical skills who is familiar with automotive components should only attempt the replacement of wheel bearings.
Rear Axle/Rear End Ratio Information
Have you ever thought about how the correct rear axle ratio affects your Corvette’s performance? First, learn what ratio you have hidden away in the differential housing. Early Corvettes (1960-1970) may have many different ratios; later Corvettes had fewer choices, in an effort to boost fuel mileage, and by the mid-80s performance gear ratio options […]
C5/C6/C7 Engine Cleaning
Whether you are prepping your Corvette to roll across the auction block or display at a show, a spotless engine shows how important and well-maintained your Corvette is. Filthy engines are more apt to retain heat and make it difficult to detect small leaks. Dirt and dust cause pulleys and belts to squeak from undue […]
1997-2019 Rear Anti-roll / Sway Bar Link Replacement
When we had a chance to look under the first C5 in 1997 it was hard to believe a performance vehicle would have a plastic anti-roll (sway bar) link. To make things difficult lock nuts were used to hold the links stud into the control arms. That meant when someone removed the end link chances […]
1997-2019 Shock Absorber Information and Replacement
Shock absorbers are considered a consumable product with a limited lifespan here’s why… The C5, C6, and C7 shock absorbers are all Mono-tube design. Mono-tube shock absorbers construction begins with a single cylinder (tube) filled with hydraulic fluid. Another piston is used to separate the gas charge from the oil charge. Together the hydraulic oil and […]
Which Rocker Arm Is Right For Me?
Assembling the perfect valve train combination is challenging for even the most seasoned engine builders because there are so many variables involved. One area of the valve train that many people have difficulty with is selecting the perfect rocker arms. With a wide variety of options available, it can be hard to know which rocker […]