Magnetic Selective Ride Control ?????
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Magnetic Selective Ride Control ?????
2003 and later Corvettes (not Z06) have the latest version of Magnetic Selective Ride Control (F55) as an option. When I was looking to buy my car I investigated what this option was and found the article below. Although very long, it is very impressive, and convinced me to find a car with F55 on it. Interesting reading ...
http://www.corvetteactioncenter.com/....php?qstId=503
http://www.corvetteactioncenter.com/....php?qstId=503
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F55 is a nice option. However, if it ever goes out, repairs can be expensive.
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Originally Posted by JDs00PewterCoupe
F55 is a nice option. However, if it ever goes out, repairs can be expensive.
That's why I went with the Z51. I plan on owning this beast long after the warranty is over and I'd hate to pay that kind of $$$$ for new shocks.
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Originally Posted by BickyDhadwal
i have it on my 01...can barely tell the difference when i switch modes 
...im still under warrenty...how can i tell if it even works :o
...im still under warrenty...how can i tell if it even works :oMy '99 has this option, as does my '04 (with the Magnetic Ride).
Both, now, work - to such a degree that I can tell the difference between settings.
I say 'now' since I could not fell this on my '99 for years. I happen to have that Vert at the dealership[ when I test drove pre- delievery my '04. After the drive I commented to the sales person that at least with the '04 if I changed the settings there was a 'feel of the pants' change.
He suggested that we put the '99 in the shop and, through the OBDII check if the switch was, or was not, operating.
Sure enough, the test showed that there was no change. Problem, the cable that interfaces to the BCM was not fully plugged in.
Five minutes later - wonder of wonders I couls, and still can, tell the difference between modes.
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Originally Posted by AC54ME
I sure see a lot of this type post, and connot figure out why.
My '99 has this option, as does my '04 (with the Magnetic Ride).
Both, now, work - to such a degree that I can tell the difference between settings.
I say 'now' since I could not fell this on my '99 for years. I happen to have that Vert at the dealership[ when I test drove pre- delievery my '04. After the drive I commented to the sales person that at least with the '04 if I changed the settings there was a 'feel of the pants' change.
He suggested that we put the '99 in the shop and, through the OBDII check if the switch was, or was not, operating.
Sure enough, the test showed that there was no change. Problem, the cable that interfaces to the BCM was not fully plugged in.
Five minutes later - wonder of wonders I couls, and still can, tell the difference between modes.
My '99 has this option, as does my '04 (with the Magnetic Ride).
Both, now, work - to such a degree that I can tell the difference between settings.
I say 'now' since I could not fell this on my '99 for years. I happen to have that Vert at the dealership[ when I test drove pre- delievery my '04. After the drive I commented to the sales person that at least with the '04 if I changed the settings there was a 'feel of the pants' change.
He suggested that we put the '99 in the shop and, through the OBDII check if the switch was, or was not, operating.
Sure enough, the test showed that there was no change. Problem, the cable that interfaces to the BCM was not fully plugged in.
Five minutes later - wonder of wonders I couls, and still can, tell the difference between modes.
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Originally Posted by BickyDhadwal
i have it on my 01...can barely tell the difference when i switch modes ...im still under warrenty...how can i tell if it even works :o
...im still under warrenty...how can i tell if it even works :oSomeone correct me if I'm confused...please.
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Originally Posted by BickyDhadwal
i have it on my 01...can barely tell the difference when i switch modes ...im still under warrenty...how can i tell if it even works :o
...im still under warrenty...how can i tell if it even works :o
MSRC, or F55, only became available in '03. You have F45. If you can't tell the difference between your settings, I'd suggest taking it in to the dealer. I've never driven an F45 equipped Vette, but on my F55, there's a very noticeable difference in the ride when I switch it.
Last edited by Tim2K4Vert; Apr 5, 2005 at 08:48 PM.
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i have that switch that has SPORT TOUR PERF....i don't know f45 f55 but whichever it is...i can't tell the difference...maybe a tiny bit from tour and perf.....under regular driving... i don't want to be taking it to the dealership and having them say theres nothing wrong with it followed with a huge bill for labour :o
i don't want to be taking it to the dealership and having them say theres nothing wrong with it followed with a huge bill for labour :o
Last edited by BickyDhadwal; Apr 5, 2005 at 10:15 PM.
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i like the f55. i take my car to work sometimes. its a 1.5 to 2 hr commute. i go from smooth upstate roads to terrible city streets. when i hit the nyc line i hit the switch to touring to keep the car together. i can definitely fell the difference between the two settings 
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Originally Posted by adcruzin50th
i like the f55. .... i can definitely fell the difference between the two settings
It is really a cool option.
Don't know if I'd plunk the money down on it if I were buying new, but I'd definitely include it if I were looking used (I don't think it has much effect on resale value).
I keep it on 'Tour' mode while my girlfriend is in the car. When I let her off I switch to 'Sport'. It seems to turn the car into the feel of a 350HP go kart. If you've ever driven a kart you'll know what I mean. Its a great option IMO.
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Originally Posted by BickyDhadwal
i have it on my 01...can barely tell the difference when i switch modes ...im still under warrenty...how can i tell if it even works :o
...im still under warrenty...how can i tell if it even works :oIt's especially impressive if you have a bumpy road and you stay in each mode for at least five minutes -- when you switch you'll notice right away.
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super option especially for long rides...however i just had my shocks replaced (under warranty) and it was $2800.00 total for the job..be sure to check the shocks for oil leaks....mine started at 27k
