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Forum: In loving memory of lost CorvetteForum Brothers and Sisters
10-29-2014, 02:18 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 23,537
Posted By R6cowboy

R.I.P. Mike

Haven't been on the forum for quite some time and just came across this thread in search of Mike. I'm glad to say that Mike Yeager was the best vendor I ever had the pleasure to deal with, absolutely...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
10-29-2014, 01:49 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 93,864
Posted By R6cowboy

Mike Yeager passed away earlier this year.

Mike Yeager passed away earlier this year.
Forum: C5 General
08-13-2014, 12:44 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,989
Posted By R6cowboy

I replaced the front driver's side wheel hub and...

I replaced the front driver's side wheel hub and that fixed my problem. Also replaced the passenger side very soon after just so both sides were new.
Forum: Intros
02-04-2014, 01:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 413
Posted By R6cowboy

Welcome to the forum jettladd. From Mendota...

Welcome to the forum jettladd.

From Mendota here.
Forum: Engine Mods
01-18-2014, 10:24 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,900
Posted By R6cowboy

A ported Fast 90/92/102 intake will really help...

A ported Fast 90/92/102 intake will really help you achieve 450+whp.
Forum: C5 Tech
01-02-2014, 01:02 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,928
Posted By R6cowboy

I know this thread is old as sin, but I just did...

I know this thread is old as sin, but I just did this a couple months ago and it worked great. And bumping this thread could possibly help other Corvette owners so its worth the bump IMO.
Forum: Performance Results
12-31-2013, 07:47 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,353
Posted By R6cowboy

Vehicle info?

Vehicle info?
Forum: C5 General
12-04-2013, 11:13 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,946
Posted By R6cowboy

Excellent logic you have there.

Excellent logic you have there.
Forum: Engine Mods
12-02-2013, 12:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,900
Posted By R6cowboy

OP- what car, engine and transmission type are...

OP- what car, engine and transmission type are you talking about?
Forum: C6 Tech/Performance
12-02-2013, 12:42 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 886
Posted By R6cowboy

If your Gran Sport is stock don't expect to see...

If your Gran Sport is stock don't expect to see those numbers above at the rear wheels on almost any chassic dyno. More realistic rear wheel horsepower would be around 345-370RWHP, give or take...
Forum: C5 General
11-29-2013, 11:31 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,946
Posted By R6cowboy

I'm all for people reading their owners manuals,...

I'm all for people reading their owners manuals, but how would reading an owner's manual help with an accidental miss shift? And bent valves and pushrods is grenading an engine? :confused2:

People...
Forum: C5 General
11-27-2013, 06:48 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,946
Posted By R6cowboy

Yes, don't get little digs get to ya. When I...

Yes, don't get little digs get to ya. When I first bought my C5 I didn't get 2000 miles on it when I accidentally downshifted from 5th to 2nd gear at about 85mph and destroyed the valvetrain. I had...
Forum: C5 General
11-27-2013, 08:31 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,825
Posted By R6cowboy

Caliper covers.... how much more tasteless and...

Caliper covers.... how much more tasteless and careless can one really get? I agree with the others, at least spend a few dollars for a can of brake clean, a caliper paint kit and put a little elbow...
Forum: C5 General
11-27-2013, 08:19 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,946
Posted By R6cowboy

Do you mean that was happening when your motor...

Do you mean that was happening when your motor was revving at 6500rpm or so? That would be called a rev limiter. Yes, its for when drivers not paying attention don't blow up there engines.
Forum: Performance Results
11-24-2013, 08:28 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,000
Posted By R6cowboy

The dumbest thing I've ever done by a long shot...

The dumbest thing I've ever done by a long shot had to be back in the mid '90s to my first car, an '89 Taurus. I was 16 mind you. A group of friends distracted me and I had wondered off for the...
Forum: Performance Results
11-24-2013, 10:49 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,000
Posted By R6cowboy

These "blond moments" happen to the best of us. I...

These "blond moments" happen to the best of us. I know I've had my fair share. Just a couple months ago a friend and I were out on a 90 mile test drive right after installing a new TDP trans in the...
Forum: C5 Tech
05-24-2013, 03:47 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 604
Posted By R6cowboy

Backed out the bolt and reinstalled it at 22...

Backed out the bolt and reinstalled it at 22 lb/ft. Now shifts in reverse nicely. Thanks
Forum: C5 Tech
05-23-2013, 11:19 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 604
Posted By R6cowboy

The bolt connecting the shift rod to the shifter...

The bolt connecting the shift rod to the shifter looked ok, but I'll back it out and retorque it to make sure. Thanks for the input.

Also, "service active handling and traction control" was shown...
Forum: C5 Tech
05-22-2013, 10:17 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 604
Posted By R6cowboy

Please Help!!! Shifter won't slide into reverse & parking brake dash light stays on

I'm having an issue in my '00 C5, shifter will not slide into reverse/lockout solenoid stuck. I removed the trans to replace worn out reverse parts (reverse syncho, blocker ring and gear were bad)...
Forum: C5 Tech
05-22-2013, 10:10 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 9,354
Posted By R6cowboy

Reverse lockout stuck, will not slide into reverse

I am also having this same issue in my '00 C5. I removed the trans to replace worn out reverse parts (reverse syncho, blocker ring and gear were bad) and installed a new reverse lock solenoid. At the...
Forum: C5 General
05-06-2013, 12:38 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,211
Posted By R6cowboy

C5 m6: 5th & reverse gears grinding. Please help!

5th and reverse problem in '00 C5 with T56.
Recently noticed 5th gear grinds on the 4-5 shift only when shifting very quickly at high rpm / topping out 4th. But it shifts perfectly smooth under...
Forum: C5 Tech
05-06-2013, 12:36 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 557
Posted By R6cowboy

C5 m6: 5th & reverse gears grinding. Please help!

5th and reverse problem in '00 C5 with T56.
Recently noticed 5th gear grinds on the 4-5 shift only when shifting very quickly at high rpm / topping out 4th. But it shifts perfectly smooth under...
Forum: C5 Parts for Sale/Wanted
04-23-2013, 12:52 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 926
Posted By R6cowboy

< And interested in trans alone

< And interested in trans alone
Forum: C5 Parts for Sale/Wanted
04-11-2013, 02:17 PM
Replies: 1,250
Views: 125,281
Posted By R6cowboy

Completed my order today. Looking forward to...

Completed my order today. Looking forward to receiving the rotors.
Forum: C5 Parts for Sale/Wanted
04-11-2013, 12:07 PM
Replies: 1,250
Views: 125,281
Posted By R6cowboy

I'll take a set of the drilled and slotted...

I'll take a set of the drilled and slotted rotors. Exactly what info is needed in a PM to you?
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