There used to be a time when the underhood fluids were checked every time the fuel tank was filled. When was the last time you did that? We jump in our cars and expect maximum performance and minimal maintenance, with no concern for the extremes the lubricants face. For this very reason, GM decided that […]
Category: C6 (2005-2013)
2005-2013 Corvette Cabin Air Filter Replacement
The C6 Corvette has many features to aid in the comfort of the driver, and this makes the car an ideal long distance or daily driving vehicle. As a result, many C6 Corvettes are put into daily use, and they require more maintenance than cars that see occasional weekend duty. The engine air filter is […]
1997-2013 Corvette Exhaust System Installation
The fifth and sixth generation Corvettes are engineering masterpieces. As the first Corvette built for comfortable extended highway travel, the C5 Corvette has plenty of power and torque with excellent fuel economy, and the C6 continues to improve the breed. Accolades aside, the stock exhaust systems leave a lot to be desired. For one, […]
Trapped in Your C6? We’re Here to Help!
All kidding aside, we’ve been reading about a few cases of C6 Corvette owners being “trapped” in their cars after the battery has died (see here and here for examples).
2012 Corvette Photo Gallery
We took these photos at the recent C5/C6 Bash, held at the National Corvette Museum in Bowling Green, KY. Pictured below are shots of the new Centennial Edition Corvettes, identifiable by their unique 100 Years decals on the B-pillars (coupes) and rear quarters (convertibles). Other new items for 2012 are: new wheel options Carbon […]
C6 Factory Service Bulletins
For your convenience, below is a list of all C6 Factory Bulletins to date.
Corvette Central Announces Acquisition of ADI-Chromeco
Corvette Central is pleased to announce their acquisition of ADI-Chromeco, the world’s foremost supplier of high quality show chrome engine and accessory parts for 1963-current Corvettes.
1997-2013 Corvette Clutch Installation
Depending on the driving style of the owner, manual transmission clutches can be subjected to a lot of abuse. An owner can wear the disc linings out in just a few days or even within hours. How quickly the clutch pedal is released determines how long the clutch disc will last. Those with a tendency […]
Fuel Injectors Size Selection Guide
For your reference, use the above instructions to calculate fuel injectors size for your Corvette based on target peak horsepower. Instructions courtesy of Precision-Flow. C4, C5, C6 Corvette Factory Fuel Injector Sizes 1982, 1984: 67/68 lb/hr 1985: 24 lb/hr at 43.5 psi or 22.5 lb/hr at the factory 36-37 psi 1986-1993: 22 lb/hr at 43.5 […]
Corvette C6 Battery Concerns
The C6 Corvette is a true World Class performance car with excellent “daily driver” attributes. Everywhere you look on the C6, an electronic device is operating, something we had to either manually perform or think about previously. All of these electronic gadgets require stable voltage for long life. The days of removing the battery cable […]