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Mar 26, 2005 | 12:19 AM

Qcksilverc5

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Newbie question---again

Is the Z51 set-up something that comes as option only when the car is new or is it possible to upgrade after the fact. Is it expensive to do?

Mar 26, 2005 | 12:21 AM

Vettedream04

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From what I can tell its an OPTION when you buy the car. But I think you can change the suspension and make it like the z51 Not 100% sure....Im sure someone will answer that.

Mar 26, 2005 | 12:33 AM

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In addition to the suspension parts I also believe it comes with a power steering cooler. If I was going to upgrade the stock suspension I would do it with all Z06 parts.

Mar 26, 2005 | 12:49 AM

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Originally Posted by StephenT

In addition to the suspension parts I also believe it comes with a power steering cooler. If I was going to upgrade the stock suspension I would do it with all Z06 parts.

Mar 26, 2005 | 01:10 AM

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The Z51 Performance Handling Package was a Regular Production Option (RPO) from the factory with a MSRP of $395 for the latter C5 model years. The Z51 package consisted of the (RPO) FE3 Sport Suspension and a power steering cooler. Upgrading the C5 suspension to the FE3, Z06 or other suspension is fairly straight forward and with a little more work a power steering cooler could be added too. Off hand, I don't know what you would be looking at price wise, but feel certain it would be more than the difference you would pay for a car with it already installed. Here's a few links you might want to take a look at:

2003-2004 Corvette Suspension Comparison

Suspension FAQs from jakelatham.com

Hope this helps.

Mar 26, 2005 | 07:31 AM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by StephenT

In addition to the suspension parts I also believe it comes with a power steering cooler. If I was going to upgrade the stock suspension I would do it with all Z06 parts.

I agree. Nice upgrade to do.

Mar 26, 2005 | 12:20 PM

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Let's not forget the springs. FE3 and FE4 front springs are the same. Rear spring is different. Both are much firmer than FE1. Also, Z06 shocks are valved for softer, non runflat tires while Z51's aren't. - C.