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Old 10-14-2010, 02:48 PM
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Does anyone know if C5 T1 springs will fit properly on a C6?

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I think the front will but the rear will definately wont work.
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Front = yes
Rear = NO
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Upgrading cars Jason?
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Jason!!! You Bastard!!!!

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WTF!!!!
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C6 rear uses screw adjusters like in the front......so the rears are not compatible even if the size is the same. Haven't tried it, but sounds like the fronts are no problem
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Originally Posted by davidfarmer
C6 rear uses screw adjusters like in the front......so the rears are not compatible even if the size is the same. Haven't tried it, but sounds like the fronts are no problem
Thanks guys.

The cost of fixing my C5 from the Runoffs wreck was tough to justify given a number of factors.

I have purchased a C6 Salvage Title car (theft recovery), with no motor, etc...

Trying to use as much from the other car as possible. Don't know if finances will allow for it to be done for next season, but it makes more sense to invest the money in a car that will be T1 eligible for a much longer time period of time, and is more competative than the the good ol' C5.

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Originally Posted by jasonberkeley
Thanks guys.

The cost of fixing my C5 from the Runoffs wreck was tough to justify given a number of factors.

I have purchased a C6 Salvage Title car (theft recovery), with no motor, etc...

Trying to use as much from the other car as possible. Don't know if finances will allow for it to be done for next season, but it makes more sense to invest the money in a car that will be T1 eligible for a much longer time period of time, and is more competative than the the good ol' C5.

That is what I figured. I makes sense. Good luck with the new car.


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Originally Posted by davidfarmer
C6 rear uses screw adjusters like in the front......so the rears are not compatible even if the size is the same. Haven't tried it, but sounds like the fronts are no problem
Crazy question:

Is the rear lower control arm geometry the same as a C5, and if so, could I use C5 rear lower control arms and a C5 rear spring?

Just trying to get the car rolling right now...
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As an aside, a huge thanks to Colton and Doug at Corvette Recycling for stepping-up to offer great deals on parts and stuff to all of us whose cars got wrecked ath the Runoffs!

These guys have been amazing! Go to www.corvetterecycling.com or call them at 801-923-8381 if you need any OEM parts!
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Originally Posted by jasonberkeley
Thanks guys.

The cost of fixing my C5 from the Runoffs wreck was tough to justify given a number of factors.

I have purchased a C6 Salvage Title car (theft recovery), with no motor, etc...

Trying to use as much from the other car as possible. Don't know if finances will allow for it to be done for next season, but it makes more sense to invest the money in a car that will be T1 eligible for a much longer time period of time, and is more competative than the the good ol' C5.
Originally Posted by Olitho
That is what I figured. I makes sense. Good luck with the new car.


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congrats on the upgrade Jason and definitely good luck getting her together in a timely and cost effective manner!

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