RMS73

Has anyone installed the Z06 vents on a regular or Z51? I have only found one you tube video on this and just wondering if it is as easy as shown on the video.

jagamajajaran

Yes, I have...and it's not terribly difficult, especially if you or someone helping you has small hands. Took about 15 minutes or less for each side.

mikemal565

can we get a few pictures please!!

managerman

Check out my build thread...I documented my install with pics...

http://www.stingrayforums.com/forum/...tml#post433650

-M

macdaddy548

I installed them on my SGM Z51. I had them painted body color prior to installation because my car came with optional body colored vents.

'Merica

I installed them on mine. Fairly easy, just a tight space like stated above. Your best friend will be an 8mm ratchet wrench. It's a little difficult to get to one of the nuts due to the plastic duct under the vent, but take your time and it won't be too difficult.

JC 2004

Here are some good links I used on my 15 when I had it. I was able to order factory painted body matching vents at the time in case you're interested in something other than carbon flash. You could just call a dealer to see if they are still available and in your color.
Oh and I used a little string to get the molding back around the edge of the quarter panel because mine was tight. Good luck!

https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...ray-today.html

Also ton of good info here https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...-stingray.html

Gary2016

Did mine on my 16 Z51 two best friends are 8 mm wrench as stated above and an extendable magnetic tool to retrieve the bolt when you drop it in the fender. was easily retrieved

. Great mod!

MerakiAutoworks

Now where can we get them for a good price..

-Josh

Richard Ames

Had the assistance of a very skilled body and paint person help me and a good neighbor. Start to finish was under 25 minutes. Panels were not stuck to window sealant in my case which made it a lot easier.

Got mine at a group buy from "MassDrop" that was on this forum. Maybe they can organize another one.

jagamajajaran

You can get these in all 2015 and 2016 colors from forum supporting vendors gmpartsdirect.com or cultragfactoryparts.com. (Best pricing is gmpartsdirect.com.)

2015 Colors

http://www.gmpartsdirect.com/auto-pa...ter-panel-scat

http://www.cultragfactoryparts.com/a...ter-panel-scat

2016 Colors

http://www.gmpartsdirect.com/auto-pa...ter-panel-scat

http://www.cultragfactoryparts.com/a...ter-panel-scat

'Merica

Best pricing for me was trunk monkey, cheaper than what was posted. Awesome customer service too.

jagamajajaran

Just compared their prices with the links I provided for GM Parts Direct. Trunk Monkey is higher.

'Merica

You may be surprised if you pick up the phone and have a conversation with the vendor rep here. You may just get a better deal.

jagamajajaran

Ah, you meant that Trunk Monkey was "cheaper than what was posted" instead of what I took you to mean that Trunk Monkey was cheaper than what I posted from GM Parts Direct.

'Merica

Yeah, just saying that I paid a lot less than what you posted. I haven't seen many vendors here willing to work a deal. Trunk monkey is the exception, they were more than willing to earn my business and gave me one hell of a deal. Most of the time I could even find better prices on eBay than some of the vendor pricing on here.

KGrant

I bought mine on Amazon and I did a review of the product and I just received a question about my review. So I checked the price and the pair price is $188.00 free shipping.

RMS73

I am going to install the Z06 vents on my Z51 shortly. I keep flip-flopping on using the body color, Laguna Blue or the carbon flash/ black, units. I like the LB as they blend into the rest of the body and look more custom/special. The CF 'gently' stands out and looks more original.
My family members are no help. So what is your opinion, body color or carbon flash/black?

MerakiAutoworks

Group buy would be nice.

-Josh

macdaddy548

See my post #5 above. I went with body colored vents because the rest of my vents were also body colored from the factory. I like the way the body colored vents blend with the overall shape of the car. My choice may have been different if my was was other than SGM - or if it came with carbon flash vents.