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Old Jul 25, 2001 | 12:30 AM
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I have a 1987 vette automatic how can I tell if it has the Z51 package?
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Old Jul 25, 2001 | 12:46 AM
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Open the drivers side rear storage compartment. There is a list of RPO codes there. If Z51 is one of them, you have the Z51 option.
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Old Jul 25, 2001 | 12:51 AM
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Steering wheel is 2 turns lock to lock for Z51. 2-1/4 - 2-1/2 turns for standard.
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Old Jul 25, 2001 | 12:57 AM
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Well the easiest way is this. You have an automatic. Z51 was restricted to manual coupes in 1987. You "might" have Z52.
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what is the Z52?
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Old Jul 25, 2001 | 11:52 AM
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ezeneli, I have an 87 Z-52 automatic. The only way to be sure as to what you have
[ Z-51, Z-52 or basic suspension coupe] is with your build sheet or window sticker which shows the RPO code Z-52.
My steering wheel turns exactly 2 turns as the Z-51.It also has several of the other Z-51 options as well.
Scorp is right as to the 87s and the manual transmission.
Order the build sheet and window sticker for your Vette from the Corvette Museum. Good luck




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Look on the bottom of your center console lid. As long as this piece has never been replaced, there should be a sticker with all of your RPO codes on it. See if Z52 is on there.



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