In the near future we’ll be showcasing some Corvette parts that we manufacture at our facility in Sawyer, Michigan. But for now, here’s a little history on our first parts ever offered by Corvette Central: the 1953-60 grille teeth. Company founder Jerry Kohn: “Our first parts were grille teeth for the 1953-60. To know why this […]
LS Engine Swap for C4 Corvettes
The following is an engine swap workshop guide that was produced by Chris Petris (www.petrisenterprises.com) in cooperation with Corvette Central, with assistance from Jared Ochs of Current Performance (www.currentperformance.com), and Chris McDonald of www.mcspeed.com. Developed in conjunction with GM Performance, Corvette Enthusiast, TCI, Holley and Vette Brakes & Products. Photo credit: Chris McDonald. We will […]
Tech Tips: C4-C6 Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems
Our technical assistance reps get a lot of questions regarding the Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) that is standard on C4, C5, and C6 Corvettes. The TPMS became a requirement for all vehicles under 10,000 lbs. produced after September 2007. An interesting side note is that the band sensors which are so prevalent today were […]
2005-07 Corvette Roof Panel Recall
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported that GM is recalling 22,090 C6 Corvettes that have the optional removable roof panel. The recall concerns a failing adhesive that secures the outer portion of the roof panel to the roof frame. The recall will correct problems associated with the roof panel, including water leakage, increased wind […]
C2 Production Numbers
In this article, we’ll continue our Corvette production numbers series with a look at the “mid-years”, those cars produced between 1963 and 1967. These cars are the first Corvettes to feature independent rear suspension, optional 4-wheel disc brakes, a big-block engine option, and the use of the “Stingray” designation, among other innovations. Their limited production […]
N11 C2 & C3 Off-Road Exhaust Development Video
Watch an overview of the development for Corvette Central’s exclusive N11 off-road exhaust system, which was developed along with Waldron’s Antique Exhaust. This system replicates the N11 off-road option that was available for 1963-68 Corvettes, and is an officially licensed GM Restoration Part. Additional details and ordering info can be found here: Corvette Central Exhaust
Upgrading your 1976 Corvette’s Steering Wheel
We get many inquiries from owners of 1976 Corvettes on the options they have to upgrade their steering wheel. It seems that the OEM wheel bears an uncanny resemblance to the one that Chevrolet specified for the basic transportation device known as the Vega. Our product technical reps have come up with a remedy that […]
C1 Production Numbers
Reviewing total factory production numbers for all generations of Corvette, we’ll kick it off with the much-coveted straight axle cars, the C1 Corvettes.
Corvette Judging 101
People read and witness Corvette judging at shows and wonder in particular if a certain part that is not original or NOS will be considered “correct”. While there are many ways to judge a car, most often a customer is concerned about either Bloomington Gold or the NCRS (National Corvette Restorers Society) style judging. Even […]
1958-62 Corvette Dash Insert Restoration overview
This 1958-62 Corvette dash insert restoration overview comes courtesy of Corvette Central Founder and Co-Owner Jerry Kohn. For those who do not have access to a welder, you may secure the chrome strips to the insert with J-B Weld or epoxy, provided you clamp the assembly for several hours as shown with Irwin Quick-Grip or […]