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 […]
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C5 Battery Leak
If you own a squeaky clean C5, you’re still likely concerned about an acidic force that could be slowly destroying your prized possession: Battery electrolytic acid leakage.
C5 Easy Z06 Front Grille Installation
If you want to really dress up the nose of your stock C5, then adding Z06-style front grilles is an easy and inexpensive way to do it. Corvette Central offers these after-market grilles for about $125 a pair and installing them really couldn’t be easier. In fact, you don’t even need any tools, and the […]
C4, C5, and C6 Interior Squeaks
While plastic certainly has its merits in our modern society, it can be problematic when it is used extensively in automotive interiors. Temperature extremes, excessively bumpy roads, and improper removal/reinstallation are the biggest factors that can cause annoying interior component squeaks. 1984-1989 Corvettes are arguably the worst affected, with later C4s, C5s, and C6s being […]
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 […]
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 […]
C5 Horn Switch Fix
Do you have a C5 with a horn that no longer functions, or worse, one that blows continuously? Your local GM dealership will probably provide you with a quote of $900+ for an airbag assembly to remedy the problem. That’s a lot of money to fix a horn! Testing for a malfunctioning horn switch […]