This document should be used as a General “Guideline” as there are numerous things that can affect these instructions: 1)The type of C5 being tubbed (ie. Coupe, Hardtop, Convertible), 2)The type of fiberglass being used, 3)The type resin being used, 4)The type of tools available WARNING: Anyone attempting to tub their Corvette by following these […] More »
By: IBxAnders | April 21, 2010
You probably know that the tires on your Chevrolet Corvette are comprised of a series of different components that work together to make your tire work as it’s supposed to, but a tire does not come from the factory ready to reach optimum performance from day one. During the molding process, a lubricant is applied […] More »
By: Corvetteforum | September 23, 2009
Letting out a little air might help your Vette get better traction on the racetrack, but running a lower tire pressure than the tire manufacturer recommends can cause you to get worse mileage, while also being very dangerous. Next time you drive your Chevrolet Corvette, try a quick walk around to visually check the tires […] More »
By: Corvetteforum | September 23, 2009
The Firestone Firehawk Wide Oval RFT w/UNI-T (Ultimate Network of Intelligent Tire Technology) is an Ultra High Performance run-flat tire designed specifically for the C6 Chevrolet Corvette. The Firestone Firehawk Wide Oval RFT is designed to optimize the capabilities of the C6 Vette in both wet and dry traction, and the run flat technology allows […] More »
By: Corvetteforum | September 23, 2009
The Goodyear Eagle F1 GS-2 EMT is an Ultra High Performance Summer radial designed specifically for the C6 Chevrolet Corvette base model. EMT stands for Extended Mobility Technology, which allows the tire to maintain its shape and drivability when the tire has a loss of air pressure. This provides a measure of safety, preventing violent […] More »
By: Corvetteforum | September 23, 2009
The Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar EMT (Extended Mobility Technology) is a Max Performance Summer radial designed to be the factory equipped tire for the 2009 Chevrolet Corvette Z06. Extended Mobility Technology allows the tire to maintain its shape and drivability when the tire has a total loss of air pressure. This provides a measure of […] More »
By: Corvetteforum | September 23, 2009
The Kumho Ecsta SPT is Kumho’s latest entry into the Ultra High Performance Summer tire class, and there are variants of the Ecsta SPT available for most sports cars – be it a sedan or coupe -, such as the Chevrolet Corvette. The Kumho Ecsta SPT stresses ride quality, durability, and performance handling in a […] More »
By: Corvetteforum | September 23, 2009
