transmission help
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From: Tyler TX
transmission help
I'm fixing to purchase a 01 z06 that has a forged engine and a d1sc running at 610 rwhp. I don't drag race from a stop, usually the most i'm gonna do is a spirited driving 
I also don't ever go to the strip since there isn't one near me. What type of transmission modifications should i look into for added safety and security, i'd hate to be on the freeway and punch it to show what she's got and have something go out on me. Thanks 
I also don't ever go to the strip since there isn't one near me. What type of transmission modifications should i look into for added safety and security, i'd hate to be on the freeway and punch it to show what she's got and have something go out on me. Thanks
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From: cookeville tennessee
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There is a track not far from you. Not that you needed to hear that.
There is also a great Corvette mechanic in your area. PM me if you need info.
Oh, one curiosity, is your screen name supposed to be boostisadrug?
There is also a great Corvette mechanic in your area. PM me if you need info.
Oh, one curiosity, is your screen name supposed to be boostisadrug?
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lol yeah it's suppose to be, i can't remember if the name was already taken or if i was clumsy enough to type it in wrong and didn't pay attention. Yeah I might have to visit that track but just watch and not do any race so i don't break anything or imbaress myself. I'll send you a pm asking about the mechanic.
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From: Palmdale, Ca----- 2009 Cyber Gray 4LT A6 F55 452 RWHP 422 RWTQ- RIP 1998 C5 734 RWHP & 585 RWTQ-----
Actually being that you are a C5 Z06 you should have the MN12 Tranny and a little beefier tranny than the stock MN6 Coupes! Someone correct me if I am wrong here
Either way you should have nothing to worry about with the rear or the Tranny - they are really stout and don't break all that easy!
Thanks,Matt
Either way you should have nothing to worry about with the rear or the Tranny - they are really stout and don't break all that easy!
Thanks,Matt
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From: Forney Texas
If you get someone local to build the trans, the billet keys, bronze fork pads and steel 3-4 shift fork should not be missed. The keys are a really simple part that can destroy a trans if the cheesy factory ones break.
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From: Tyler TX
Thanks chris, i certainly will. Let me know if you hear of corvette meets or cruises that go on, i'd like to attend some to see other guys cars. I had a corvette before i had this one but it was for a short period of time because i went into a school program that prevented me from working and i dind't get to enjoy the meets and cruises that i hear about going on so i'm hoping this time around i can be a true corvette lover and experience it all.
