[Z06] Z Questions
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Burning Brakes
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From: Dallas TX
Z Questions
I’m considering purchasing a Z06 and have a few questions perhaps some of you could answer.
1. Are the factory tires run-flats?
2. I’ve read conflicting comments that wagon wheels are stronger for competition use than the Z06 wheels. Who’s right?
3. What are the best ways to reduce cabin noise including exhaust setups?
4. Does the factory brake system perform effectively in competition?
5. How well does the C5 Z06 compete with the C6 Coupe?
6. Are there any issues that I should know about regarding the Z06?
1. Are the factory tires run-flats?
2. I’ve read conflicting comments that wagon wheels are stronger for competition use than the Z06 wheels. Who’s right?
3. What are the best ways to reduce cabin noise including exhaust setups?
4. Does the factory brake system perform effectively in competition?
5. How well does the C5 Z06 compete with the C6 Coupe?
6. Are there any issues that I should know about regarding the Z06?
Team Owner
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Originally Posted by 4CEE
I’m considering purchasing a Z06 and have a few questions perhaps some of you could answer.
1. Are the factory tires run-flats?
2. I’ve read conflicting comments that wagon wheels are stronger for competition use than the Z06 wheels. Who’s right?
3. What are the best ways to reduce cabin noise including exhaust setups?
4. Does the factory brake system perform effectively in competition?
5. How well does the C5 Z06 compete with the C6 Coupe?
6. Are there any issues that I should know about regarding the Z06?
1. Are the factory tires run-flats?
2. I’ve read conflicting comments that wagon wheels are stronger for competition use than the Z06 wheels. Who’s right?
3. What are the best ways to reduce cabin noise including exhaust setups?
4. Does the factory brake system perform effectively in competition?
5. How well does the C5 Z06 compete with the C6 Coupe?
6. Are there any issues that I should know about regarding the Z06?
2. Not sure
3. Dyno mat or something similar
4. Yes, with air and high temp brake fluid
5. Very well, the C6 Z51 wieghs more
6. Read FAQ at the top
Pro
Joined: Jun 2004
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From: Centennial CO
Originally Posted by 4CEE
I’m considering purchasing a Z06 and have a few questions perhaps some of you could answer.
1. Are the factory tires run-flats?
2. I’ve read conflicting comments that wagon wheels are stronger for competition use than the Z06 wheels. Who’s right?
3. What are the best ways to reduce cabin noise including exhaust setups?
4. Does the factory brake system perform effectively in competition?
5. How well does the C5 Z06 compete with the C6 Coupe?
6. Are there any issues that I should know about regarding the Z06?
1. Are the factory tires run-flats?
2. I’ve read conflicting comments that wagon wheels are stronger for competition use than the Z06 wheels. Who’s right?
3. What are the best ways to reduce cabin noise including exhaust setups?
4. Does the factory brake system perform effectively in competition?
5. How well does the C5 Z06 compete with the C6 Coupe?
6. Are there any issues that I should know about regarding the Z06?
2. Not sure
3. Partition, there is a major sale from one vendor right now. It works very well.
4. Not sure
5. A bit faster unless you're trying to remove the top. Assuming stock of course.
6. Not so much with the 02 - 04 models. Column lock was a problem, but I've seen no complaints with the 04 models. Some don't like the automatic shift from 1st to 4th in slow traffic, but I think many get used to it. Some members complain about pain from the permanent grins one has while driving.
Good luck
Melting Slicks
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From: Augusta GA
St. Jude Donor '05-'06
Originally Posted by MAJ Z06
1. No
2. Not sure
3. Dyno mat or something similar
4. Yes, with air and high temp brake fluid
5. Very well, the C6 Z51 wieghs more
6. Read FAQ at the top
2. Not sure
3. Dyno mat or something similar
4. Yes, with air and high temp brake fluid
5. Very well, the C6 Z51 wieghs more
6. Read FAQ at the top
Z's are awesome do eveything cars. They are way more comfy than people think, and can make a treck from BG to NC non stop
Ask me how I know that 
GO for it as the C5 Z06 is an even better deal now with the C6 out and the new C6 Z roaming around (just bring lots of HP if you want to hang with one).Dave
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Burning Brakes
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From: Dallas TX
Originally Posted by Charles7Mitchell
5. A bit faster unless you're trying to remove the top.
Originally Posted by chiefDave
GO for it as the C5 Z06 is an even better deal now with the C6 out and the new C6 Z roaming around
Regarding the brakes, high temp brake fluid seems like a good idea. I ran AP Lockheed Ultra DOT 5.1 in my C4. It Exceeds specification S.A.E. J1703 with a dry boiling point of 270C/wet 186C. ABS compatible too. The partition will be a must. I’ll have to check into the Dyno-mat mentioned. I’ll start with the FAQs section. Thanks for the input.
Pro
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From: Meadows Place Texas
1) No, run-flat technology weighs a lot more.
2) No, Z06 wheels are bigger and lighter and are designed to withstand higher loads for longer periods of time.
3) WARNING: reducing cabin noise adds weight. Adding weight lowers performance. That said, the vette tray partition is a cool way to reduce noise and add utility.
4) Yes. However, you will probably want to use a higher temp. brake fluid for competition. NOTE: you will eat up the stock brake pads at a pretty fast pace.
5) Turn this question around. The C6 Coupe with the Z51 option comes close to the performance of a Z06, close enough that driver skill becomes a major factor in who wins.
6) The Z06 is a Corvette. I shares the same major issues shared by all Corvettes, as examples: the column lock issue and leaking differential issues. There has to be a faq on it somewhere on this site.
Testimonial: my Z06 was love at first sight, NCM delivery on June 1, 2001, we've been together ever since.
In the end, there can be only one...
and the one is Corvette Z06, the legend lives.
dave
2) No, Z06 wheels are bigger and lighter and are designed to withstand higher loads for longer periods of time.
3) WARNING: reducing cabin noise adds weight. Adding weight lowers performance. That said, the vette tray partition is a cool way to reduce noise and add utility.
4) Yes. However, you will probably want to use a higher temp. brake fluid for competition. NOTE: you will eat up the stock brake pads at a pretty fast pace.
5) Turn this question around. The C6 Coupe with the Z51 option comes close to the performance of a Z06, close enough that driver skill becomes a major factor in who wins.
6) The Z06 is a Corvette. I shares the same major issues shared by all Corvettes, as examples: the column lock issue and leaking differential issues. There has to be a faq on it somewhere on this site.
Testimonial: my Z06 was love at first sight, NCM delivery on June 1, 2001, we've been together ever since.
In the end, there can be only one...
and the one is Corvette Z06, the legend lives.
dave
