1995 improvements
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1995 improvements
I just bought a 95 auto coupe w/ 80k miles. This is my very first vette and I would like to know of any immediate changes I should make before something breaks. I have been reading about heater cores and ignition upgrades. What are your thoughts?
Also, any quick easy upgrades for performance?
Thanks,
Mike
Also, any quick easy upgrades for performance?
Thanks,
Mike
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Give it a thorough looking over, replace and or flush all fluids, have the alignment checked if you're unsure of it. And if you'd like better handling go to the advanced street specs. Check the belt and hoses and replace if in doubt. The idler pulleys generally should be replaced when the belt is, check them carefully for wear and bearing roughness. Let me know and I can post a link for the advanced handling specs, BTW. Other than that, enjoy it and don't try to pry that goofy smile off of your face, it's not possible! 
Oh, and fill out your profile so we'll know more about you. 1.6 RRs are a pretty easy 15 HP as are long tube headers and then a good dyno tune.
Oh, and fill out your profile so we'll know more about you. 1.6 RRs are a pretty easy 15 HP as are long tube headers and then a good dyno tune.
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Originally Posted by mikensc8
This is my very first vette and I would like to know of any immediate changes I should make before something breaks.
With the 95-96 there's nothing special to worry about other than what you look for on any used car.
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Originally Posted by Vis Croceus
With the 95-96 there's nothing special to worry about other than what you look for on any used car.
Yeah, and Welcome to The Forum,guy.Hope you enjoy it, nearly as much as you enjoy your ride.
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Originally Posted by Corvette Kid
Oh, and fill out your profile so we'll know more about you. 1.6 RRs are a pretty easy 15 HP as are long tube headers and then a good dyno tune.
Mike
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Originally Posted by Corvette Kid
Give it a thorough looking over, replace and or flush all fluids, have the alignment checked if you're unsure of it. And if you'd like better handling go to the advanced street specs. Check the belt and hoses and replace if in doubt. The idler pulleys generally should be replaced when the belt is, check them carefully for wear and bearing roughness.
All fluids include: trans, diff, clutch, brake, coolant.
I know I missed some, others will chime in.
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From: SCMR Rat Pack'r Charter Member..Great Bend KS
Originally Posted by mikensc8
I just bought a 95 auto coupe w/ 80k miles. This is my very first vette and I would like to know of any immediate changes I should make before something breaks.
I.E., if it isn't broke, DON'T FIX IT! (I know that's terrible English, but you get the point)
Drive it, instead. And love every minute of it. Normal maintenance is all that's required...the Kid gave you a good list. Now, go down it.
Larry
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