Anyone have a Tech 2 to delete my shocks?
02-22-2017, 01:09 AM
#1
Anyone have a Tech 2 to delete my shocks?
Got a new track car, 2003 Z06. Would like to delete the F55 shocks so I can get some Bilsteins installed. I have a case of beer for your time.
02-22-2017, 12:07 PM
#2
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chevrolet_Corvette_(C5)
Suspension choices for the base model C5 were limited to the standard suspension (RPO FE1), with options for either the autocross-inspired FE3 Sport Suspension (included with the Z51 Performance & Handling Package and standard on the 1999–2000 FRC); or the F45 Selective Ride Control Suspension, which permitted "on-the-fly" driver selection of different ride characteristics (sport or touring). Late in the production run (starting with the 2003 model year), the F55 Magnetic Selective Ride Control Suspension replaced the F45 as the third suspension choice. The racing-inspired FE4 suspension used for the Z06 is stiffer again than any offered on the base model C5, and is unique to that model with no optional suspensions offered. The C5's suspension consisted of independent unequal-length double wishbones with transverse fiberglass mono-leaf springs and optional magnetorheological dampers.
BTW, the stock FE4 Z06 suspension is very good. You may be surprised by the performance if you replace the worn parts with new FE4s from Rock Auto. I think it's around $500-600 for the set and DIY shade tree mechanic time.
02-23-2017, 12:43 AM
#3
Congrats on the new race car!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chevrolet_Corvette_(C5)
If you want to delete your shocks, remove three bolts and the shocks at all four corners. No Tech 2 needed!
BTW, the stock FE4 Z06 suspension is very good. You may be surprised by the performance if you replace the worn parts with new FE4s from Rock Auto. I think it's around $500-600 for the set and DIY shade tree mechanic time.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chevrolet_Corvette_(C5)
If you want to delete your shocks, remove three bolts and the shocks at all four corners. No Tech 2 needed!
BTW, the stock FE4 Z06 suspension is very good. You may be surprised by the performance if you replace the worn parts with new FE4s from Rock Auto. I think it's around $500-600 for the set and DIY shade tree mechanic time.
Bilsteins ordered.
