The C6 was introduced in 2005, and was another all-new design, just like the preceding C5 was all-new compared to the C4. The C6 continues the Corvette Team’s mission to improve on the previous generation in every category. The resulting base model Corvette for 2005 boasted numbers like a 4.3 second sprint to 60 miles […]
1997-2004 Corvette Dash Removal
Tools needed: Phillips head screwdriver small flat head screwdriver small plastic wedge (from auto glass shop) socket wrench 7mm socket 10mm socket 9/32″ socket custom tool from heavy gauge wire (see below) Have your turn signals stopped working? Do you want to replace your factory stereo or add an auxiliary input? Are you having trouble […]
1997-04 Corvette Air Conditioning Issues
Spring is just around the corner and as the temperature rises, so does our desire for an A/C system that performs at optimal levels. Although it is still chilly in many areas, now is the time to tackle any pesky A/C issues your C5 may have before the toasty warmth of summer returns. The four […]
1997-04 Corvette Skid Plate/Radiator Support Replacement
Tools needed: ratchet or drill 9/32″ or 7mm socket 10mm socket 13mm socket deadman tool small flat head screwdriver pry bar If you are fond of putting miles on your C5, you will likely need to replace your skid plate/radiator support at some point. The support literally takes a beating. Even the most careful owner […]
Corvette Central Deluxe C1 Gas Tank Kit Installation
Written by Jay Heath. Reprinted with permission from Source Interlink, publisher of Vette Magazine. Original article link: https://www.vetteweb.com/tech/vemp_1303_corvette_central_deluxe_gas_tank_kit/ Time may heal all wounds, but it’s hellishly hard on automobiles. These depredations tend to fall into two categories: those arising from the inevitable effects of the aging process, and those inflicted—whether intentionally or not—by one or […]
1984-96 Corvette Chassis Reinforcement
Is your C4 plagued by body flex when you remove the top? This is a common complaint from most C4 owners. Cornering can feel rather uncomfortable with the top removed since the top provides a substantial amount of rigidity to the chassis. Unkempt roadways also cause problems that will eventually lead to squeaks and rattles. […]
1984-1996 Corvette EGR Diagnosis
Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) came about in 1975 when catalytic converters were introduced. The inert exhaust gas was used to quell the increased heat in the engine’s cylinders from the lean fuel mixtures required to keep the catalytic converters from melting down. EGR systems also helped eliminate spark knock from the increased combustion chamber temperatures. […]
Corvette Central C4 Cutaway Videos on YouTube
As we covered in an earlier post (“Why Cut Up a C4 Corvette?“), for the last few years, we had been discussing the possibilities of using a donor C4 for seminar and display purposes. We knew that many owners had plenty of questions on how the C4′s were put together. Why not dissect one for […]
C5/C6 Corvette Suspension Tech: Coilovers vs. Leafs
What follows has been reprinted with permission from Corvette Online. Written by Clifton Klaverweiden. Almost from the very start, the Corvette has been the performance flagship for Chevrolet, showcasing the best in power, handling, and overall performance General Motors has to offer. America’s Sports Car has evolved over the years to incorporate all sorts of […]
C4-C6 Corvette Control Arm Urethane Bushing Installation Overview
Over time, the original rubber control arm bushings on C4-C6 Corvettes will wear out and fail. While some owners will want to stick with new rubber bushings as a replacement option, there is another option that has become almost second nature in recent years: urethane bushings. These bushings offer two primary benefits: longer life and […]