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Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
06-01-2023, 06:24 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 6,691
Posted By B747VET

Congrats and welcome! Funny, but I also had a C4...

Congrats and welcome! Funny, but I also had a C4 Z51, a C4 ZR1, a CTSV, and now the C7 ZO6/ZO7. Almost bought a C8 but after driving the C7 ZO6/ZO7 M7 it was no contest for me.
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
11-30-2022, 08:55 PM
Replies: 229
Views: 9,837
Posted By B747VET

Maybe someone already said this, but, Porsche is...

Maybe someone already said this, but, Porsche is still in business because of their crossover SUVs. Also, I don't know one Corvette owner who owns a Chevrolet. They own Porsches, Mercedes, BMWs,...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
11-03-2022, 05:04 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,075
Posted By B747VET

Actually, lots of potential problems with tow...

Actually, lots of potential problems with tow trucks and lowered performance cars. If they don’t have the right type of tow truck or flat bed readily available time is going to drag by very slowly...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
11-01-2022, 03:42 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,246
Posted By B747VET

Yes, but maybe I just got lucky. At least the...

Yes, but maybe I just got lucky. At least the Mercedes dealer I bought it from gave me two weeks to have my Mech look at it very closely and then either get a full refund or the 2 year after market...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
10-24-2022, 11:40 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,905
Posted By B747VET

OK! Both Costco tire shops in the Palm Springs...

OK! Both Costco tire shops in the Palm Springs Coachella Valley readily confirmed that they don’t have equipment for mounting these huge tires. So while the tires were at a very good price point...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
10-24-2022, 02:21 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,905
Posted By B747VET

Thanks again folks. I’m driving to the two local...

Thanks again folks. I’m driving to the two local Costco’s right now to ascertain whether they can safely do the mount. Very happy with the tire prices either way. I’m guessing that they will also...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
10-24-2022, 01:40 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,246
Posted By B747VET

Talk to the warranty department yourself. ...

Talk to the warranty department yourself. Sometimes the blocks are only drivetrain and sometimes the entire vehicle is blocked. The biggest determinant is price which should be much lower than a...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
10-23-2022, 04:58 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,637
Posted By B747VET

I would say the ride difference is about the same...

I would say the ride difference is about the same as when I switched my C5 from ZPs to non-run flats. It’s pretty much a no brainer and well worth the money in a number of respects. Just make...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
10-23-2022, 04:44 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,905
Posted By B747VET

Good points on the Hunter. I will double check...

Good points on the Hunter. I will double check and take the tires elsewhere if not safe and assured. Thanks guys. I will update.
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
10-23-2022, 01:34 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,905
Posted By B747VET

Well, over the years, we've had less than optimum...

Well, over the years, we've had less than optimum installs by Chevy, Lexus, and Cad dealers. Also, more serious problems with installs by supposed "Tire" companies. We've only used two other...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
10-22-2022, 06:18 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,905
Posted By B747VET

COSTCO C7 Z06 Michelin ZP Tires on Sale

Purchased a full set of C7 Z06 size Michelin PSS ZPs today, Oct 22nd, from COSTCO on line at what seems to be a pretty good price. Including a $150 Michelin Rebate which is available on orders...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
10-22-2022, 02:27 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,246
Posted By B747VET

On the one hand, the SM cars are very well...

On the one hand, the SM cars are very well maintained. The biggest potential negative issue is if the car is a Z07 or a Z06 with the Carbon Ceramic brakes. The rotors will undoubtedly be a little...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
03-25-2022, 04:42 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,719
Posted By B747VET

At 65 MPH on a freeway the car can yield maybe...

At 65 MPH on a freeway the car can yield maybe 28-30 MPG if throttle applications are gentle.
Otherwise, 21-26 on freeway at speeds anywhere from 70 to 95.
In-city driving maybe 15 to 18 without...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
02-09-2022, 05:32 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,869
Posted By B747VET

Considering the speed at which EVs are evolving,...

Considering the speed at which EVs are evolving, I’d say drive these things every chance you get.
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
02-09-2022, 05:28 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,798
Posted By B747VET

If it is stock exhaust, it literally doesn’t make...

If it is stock exhaust, it literally doesn’t make any noise in Stealth Engine Sound Mode??? Even California smog checks never go to such lengths, but if you punch it in Track sound mode in...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
02-09-2022, 05:20 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,416
Posted By B747VET

More so than most hi performance sports cars, the...

More so than most hi performance sports cars, the Z06 will bite those who don’t approach it with respect and slowly get to know its quirks of torque application.
Forum: C8 ERay/Hybrid/EV Discussion
01-02-2022, 08:04 PM
Replies: 194
Views: 22,200
Posted By B747VET

Not even remotely interested in a technological...

Not even remotely interested in a technological automotive era where people drive silent cars and spend their time arguing about amperage and circuit breakers. Sports cars either talk to one’s soul...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
12-11-2021, 12:03 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,427
Posted By B747VET

I can readily understand wanting a secure mount...

I can readily understand wanting a secure mount for a phone, especially one the size of the iPhone 13 Pro Max, which would not fit in the cup holders like the iPhone 13 Pro. Of course, that was just...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
12-07-2021, 10:45 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 7,062
Posted By B747VET

The C7 Z is an absolute delight precisely because...

The C7 Z is an absolute delight precisely because it can and will bite you. Key words presented in here are “modulate” and “roll on.”

Some performance cars are fun to slam around and play with...
Forum: C8 General Discussion
12-07-2021, 01:59 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 10,302
Posted By B747VET

Some do, but most don’t. UPS drivers are...

Some do, but most don’t. UPS drivers are specifically prohibited from ever backing up unless it is necessarily backing up into a loading dock. The famous Smith Truck Driving System teaches drivers to...
Forum: C8 General Discussion
12-05-2021, 01:07 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 10,302
Posted By B747VET

Bubba buys a truck. Bubba jacks it up so high it...

Bubba buys a truck. Bubba jacks it up so high it presents any number of potential dangers to other vehicles. Bubba always backs in because it’s just what all the other Bubbas do. Bubba thinks he is...
Forum: C8 Vendor for Sale
12-05-2021, 12:48 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,511
Posted By B747VET

I like these wheels, particularly the M52R wheels...

I like these wheels, particularly the M52R wheels on the C7 Z’s. Unfortunately, every time I try to expand a photo to get a more detailed look, these ridiculous ads for “Shutterfly” pop up and cover...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
11-27-2021, 12:42 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 15,940
Posted By B747VET

Can almost anyone drive an auto faster than a...

Can almost anyone drive an auto faster than a stick? Yeah, that is pretty much a given. But, broadly saying that there is no special skill required to use a manual transmission? Yes, I would...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
11-11-2021, 01:16 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,523
Posted By B747VET

The “I laugh at you guys …” comments are the ones...

The “I laugh at you guys …” comments are the ones I tend to kinda laugh at. Anyone who has had multiple Corvettes as well as perhaps either owned or driven a number of other high performance sports...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
11-03-2021, 12:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,001
Posted By B747VET

Exact same as our Torch Red 2017 3LZ Z06-Z07

Exact same as our Torch Red 2017 3LZ Z06-Z07
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