What is the Z51 Performance Package?
06-29-2006, 10:19 AM
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In general:
Stiffer suspension (springs, shocks, sway bars)
Stickier tires (but shorter life)
Drilled brake rotors
High performance brake pads (more dust/noise, but newest version not bad)
Power steering cooler
Engine oil cooler
Definitely the best setup for autocross or road course driving, many folks like me also prefer it for normal street use too.
Stiffer suspension (springs, shocks, sway bars)
Stickier tires (but shorter life)
Drilled brake rotors
High performance brake pads (more dust/noise, but newest version not bad)
Power steering cooler
Engine oil cooler
Definitely the best setup for autocross or road course driving, many folks like me also prefer it for normal street use too.
06-29-2006, 10:21 AM
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Originally Posted by luv2golf
What is the Z51 Performance Package?
06-29-2006, 11:41 AM
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Originally Posted by Gearhead Jim
In general:
Stiffer suspension (springs, shocks, sway bars)
Stickier tires (but shorter life)
Drilled brake rotors
High performance brake pads (more dust/noise, but newest version not bad)
Power steering cooler
Engine oil cooler
Definitely the best setup for autocross or road course driving, many folks like me also prefer it for normal street use too.
Stiffer suspension (springs, shocks, sway bars)
Stickier tires (but shorter life)
Drilled brake rotors
High performance brake pads (more dust/noise, but newest version not bad)
Power steering cooler
Engine oil cooler
Definitely the best setup for autocross or road course driving, many folks like me also prefer it for normal street use too.
06-29-2006, 11:50 AM
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Originally Posted by warthog34
aren't there differences in gearing also?
(Z51) Performance Package
The Z51 package, available with all PEGs on both Coupe and Convertible, is designed for the
performance enthusiast. The package includes:
• Specific shocks and springs designed for more control
• Larger stabilizer bars
• Larger, cross-drilled brake rotors (340 mm front/330 mm rear) and track-tuned linings
• Engine oil, power steering and transmission coolers
• Specific higher-grip Goodyear EMT tires with asymmetrical tread patterns
• Specific six-speed manual transmission with quicker gearing
Gear and axle ratios
..GEAR......Mode..or..Option
............Z06...Std_6-spd...Z51_6-spd...6-spd_Auto...4-spd_Auto
..1st.......2.66....2.66........2.97.... .....4.02........3.06
..2nd.......1.78....1.78........2.07.... .....2.36........1.63
..3rd.......1.30....1.30........1.43.... .....1.53........1.00
..4th.......1.00....1.00........1.00.... .....1.15........0.70
..5th.......0.74....0.74........0.71.... .....0.85
..6th.......0.50....0.50........0.57.... .....0.67
Reverse.....2.90....2.90........3.28.... .....3.06........2.29
Axle Ratio..3.42....3.42........3.42......... 2.56.....2.73(or_3.15)
06-29-2006, 12:18 PM
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Melting Slicks
Oh, that's easy.
1. It makes you "think " your better than everyone else.
2. It knocks your fillings out when you ride over bumps.
3. It is not adjustable.
4. It makes you feel more secure in your manliness, at least some of you.
5. It makes your feel younger.
6. If you buy one, you'll swear its better than a Z06, you may even get a badge for it.
7. It does not get you the Z06 tranny,like the others do.
8. It gives you a big head and your jealousy over the more advanced systems will shine through with denial.
9. It is a gimmick, has any car you have ever owned had overheatead the power steering fluid, gimme a break.
10. It makes you shift one extra time on the 1/4 mile.
1. It makes you "think " your better than everyone else.
2. It knocks your fillings out when you ride over bumps.
3. It is not adjustable.
4. It makes you feel more secure in your manliness, at least some of you.
5. It makes your feel younger.
6. If you buy one, you'll swear its better than a Z06, you may even get a badge for it.
7. It does not get you the Z06 tranny,like the others do.
8. It gives you a big head and your jealousy over the more advanced systems will shine through with denial.
9. It is a gimmick, has any car you have ever owned had overheatead the power steering fluid, gimme a break.
10. It makes you shift one extra time on the 1/4 mile.
06-29-2006, 12:24 PM
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For the money, it is good option. Not worth discussing on this board imo, as the inbred crowd here turns this into some kind of controversial debate everytime someone just asks a question, and then starts insulting each other. Too much inbreeding among Corvette people I guess. 
06-29-2006, 12:25 PM
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Burning Brakes
Originally Posted by CYA-Vett
Oh, that's easy.
1. It makes you "think " your better than everyone else.
2. It knocks your fillings out when you ride over bumps.
3. It is not adjustable.
4. It makes you feel more secure in your manliness, at least some of you.
5. It makes your feel younger.
6. If you buy one, you'll swear its better than a Z06, you may even get a badge for it.
7. It does not get you the Z06 tranny,like the others do.
8. It gives you a big head and your jealousy over the more advanced systems will shine through with denial.
9. It is a gimmick, has any car you have ever owned had overheatead the power steering fluid, gimme a break.
10. It makes you shift one extra time on the 1/4 mile.
1. It makes you "think " your better than everyone else.
2. It knocks your fillings out when you ride over bumps.
3. It is not adjustable.
4. It makes you feel more secure in your manliness, at least some of you.
5. It makes your feel younger.
6. If you buy one, you'll swear its better than a Z06, you may even get a badge for it.
7. It does not get you the Z06 tranny,like the others do.
8. It gives you a big head and your jealousy over the more advanced systems will shine through with denial.
9. It is a gimmick, has any car you have ever owned had overheatead the power steering fluid, gimme a break.
10. It makes you shift one extra time on the 1/4 mile.
06-29-2006, 12:38 PM
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Pro
Originally Posted by CYA-Vett
Oh, that's easy.
1. It makes you "think " your better than everyone else.
2. It knocks your fillings out when you ride over bumps.
3. It is not adjustable.
4. It makes you feel more secure in your manliness, at least some of you.
5. It makes your feel younger.
6. If you buy one, you'll swear its better than a Z06, you may even get a badge for it.
7. It does not get you the Z06 tranny,like the others do.
8. It gives you a big head and your jealousy over the more advanced systems will shine through with denial.
9. It is a gimmick, has any car you have ever owned had overheatead the power steering fluid, gimme a break.
10. It makes you shift one extra time on the 1/4 mile.
1. It makes you "think " your better than everyone else.
2. It knocks your fillings out when you ride over bumps.
3. It is not adjustable.
4. It makes you feel more secure in your manliness, at least some of you.
5. It makes your feel younger.
6. If you buy one, you'll swear its better than a Z06, you may even get a badge for it.
7. It does not get you the Z06 tranny,like the others do.
8. It gives you a big head and your jealousy over the more advanced systems will shine through with denial.
9. It is a gimmick, has any car you have ever owned had overheatead the power steering fluid, gimme a break.
10. It makes you shift one extra time on the 1/4 mile.
06-29-2006, 12:42 PM
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Burning Brakes
Originally Posted by CYA-Vett
Oh, that's easy.
1. It makes you "think " your better than everyone else.
2. It knocks your fillings out when you ride over bumps.
3. It is not adjustable.
4. It makes you feel more secure in your manliness, at least some of you.
5. It makes your feel younger.
6. If you buy one, you'll swear its better than a Z06, you may even get a badge for it.
7. It does not get you the Z06 tranny,like the others do.
8. It gives you a big head and your jealousy over the more advanced systems will shine through with denial.
9. It is a gimmick, has any car you have ever owned had overheatead the power steering fluid, gimme a break.
10. It makes you shift one extra time on the 1/4 mile.
1. It makes you "think " your better than everyone else.
2. It knocks your fillings out when you ride over bumps.
3. It is not adjustable.
4. It makes you feel more secure in your manliness, at least some of you.
5. It makes your feel younger.
6. If you buy one, you'll swear its better than a Z06, you may even get a badge for it.
7. It does not get you the Z06 tranny,like the others do.
8. It gives you a big head and your jealousy over the more advanced systems will shine through with denial.
9. It is a gimmick, has any car you have ever owned had overheatead the power steering fluid, gimme a break.
10. It makes you shift one extra time on the 1/4 mile.
06-29-2006, 01:18 PM
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St. Jude Donor '06-'07-'09
Originally Posted by luv2golf
What is the Z51 Performance Package?
Makes the Corvette even better. But obviously many CF members would rather have the "Base" or the "F55" options.
I say to each his own. The Z51 is not for everyone. Too bad there are so many negative comments.
