[Z06] New Z06 Driver
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From: New Brunswick NJ
New Z06 Driver
Hi all
Just purchased my 2003 Black on Black Z06. 14k miles on it. So far I am loving the car.
I want to get started on some of the basic fixes for the car, and the Skip-shift eliminator is first on my list. Can anyone link me to a site where I can purchase one and perhaps point me in the direction of a write up for the install of this.
Also, what other items are popular as "first" mods for the Z06? I was thinking about replacing the shifter... as being 6'6" tall the bulky **** tends to bang against my knee while in first.
Thanks!
Rich B
Just purchased my 2003 Black on Black Z06. 14k miles on it. So far I am loving the car.
I want to get started on some of the basic fixes for the car, and the Skip-shift eliminator is first on my list. Can anyone link me to a site where I can purchase one and perhaps point me in the direction of a write up for the install of this.
Also, what other items are popular as "first" mods for the Z06? I was thinking about replacing the shifter... as being 6'6" tall the bulky **** tends to bang against my knee while in first.
Thanks!
Rich B
Racer
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From: Charlotte NC
Originally Posted by rbrown81
Hi all
Just purchased my 2003 Black on Black Z06. 14k miles on it. So far I am loving the car.
I want to get started on some of the basic fixes for the car, and the Skip-shift eliminator is first on my list. Can anyone link me to a site where I can purchase one and perhaps point me in the direction of a write up for the install of this.
Also, what other items are popular as "first" mods for the Z06? I was thinking about replacing the shifter... as being 6'6" tall the bulky **** tends to bang against my knee while in first.
Thanks!
Rich B
Just purchased my 2003 Black on Black Z06. 14k miles on it. So far I am loving the car.
I want to get started on some of the basic fixes for the car, and the Skip-shift eliminator is first on my list. Can anyone link me to a site where I can purchase one and perhaps point me in the direction of a write up for the install of this.
Also, what other items are popular as "first" mods for the Z06? I was thinking about replacing the shifter... as being 6'6" tall the bulky **** tends to bang against my knee while in first.
Thanks!
Rich B
Congrats on your Z! Welcome to life in the LS6 lane.
CAGS Eliminator is available from many different outlets such as Corvette Central, Ecklers, Mid America Motorworks, etc. It costs about $20 and takes all of 5 minutes to install...lift the rear of the car, slide underneath and plug it in...simple.
I have my stock shifter so I can't speak to the shifter mod.
Another popular and simple mod for your car is the "zip Tie Mod for your intake. Simply remove your airfilter and replace with a K&N airfilter. Do not replace the front of the airfilter housing but instead secure the filter in place using zip ties. See the sticky posts at the top of the page. You should see one for the Zip Tie Mod.
Have fun and welcome to the club.
Oh...post a picture of your black beauty.
-Jay
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From: Nesconset (LI) NY
Congrats and welcome to the club
Check the Sticky at the top of the forum for FAQ's for lots of good info. Also check out the C5 Tech tips (https://www.corvetteforum.com/techti...php?TopicID=1). I bought my 04 Black/MR new in June 2004. First thing I did as well was the skip shift eliminator. Later, I added the Donaldson Black wing and some appearance mods. I have been unable to decide on shifters and ***** and have stuck with stock till now, leaning towards the C6 Z06 setup at this point. I should add that mine is a daily driver, so that is a major factor for me in terms of what mods I want to make and can live with in that regards.
Anyways, congrats. Taking the time to get to know the car well is always a good strategy before going
over mods.
Check the Sticky at the top of the forum for FAQ's for lots of good info. Also check out the C5 Tech tips (https://www.corvetteforum.com/techti...php?TopicID=1). I bought my 04 Black/MR new in June 2004. First thing I did as well was the skip shift eliminator. Later, I added the Donaldson Black wing and some appearance mods. I have been unable to decide on shifters and ***** and have stuck with stock till now, leaning towards the C6 Z06 setup at this point. I should add that mine is a daily driver, so that is a major factor for me in terms of what mods I want to make and can live with in that regards.
Anyways, congrats. Taking the time to get to know the car well is always a good strategy before going
over mods.
Last edited by Andy64; Jun 18, 2006 at 09:30 PM.
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Originally Posted by Jay's Z
Another popular and simple mod for your car is the "zip Tie Mod for your intake. Simply remove your airfilter and replace with a K&N airfilter. Do not replace the front of the airfilter housing but instead secure the filter in place using zip ties. See the sticky posts at the top of the page. You should see one for the Zip Tie Mod.
-Jay
Good plan though, how are the gains compared to something like a Callaway Honker? Ill be getting some pics up tomorrow or tuesday. I took delivery 2 days early so they didnt have time to wash her. Im going to give her a thorough detailing tomorrow.
Thanks for all the tips everyone.
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Originally Posted by Andy64
Congrats and welcome to the club
Check the Sticky at the top of the forum for FAQ's for lots of good info. Also check out the C5 Tech tips (https://www.corvetteforum.com/techti...php?TopicID=1). I bought my 04 Black/MR new in June 2004. First thing I did as well was the skip shift eliminator. Later, I added the Donaldson Black wing and some appearance mods. I have been unable to decide on shifters and ***** and have stuck with stock till now, leaning towards the C6 Z06 setup at this point. I should add that mine is a daily driver, so that is a major factor for me in terms of what mods I want to make and can live with in that regards.
Anyways, congrats. Taking the time to get to know the car well is always a good strategy before going over mods.
Check the Sticky at the top of the forum for FAQ's for lots of good info. Also check out the C5 Tech tips (https://www.corvetteforum.com/techti...php?TopicID=1). I bought my 04 Black/MR new in June 2004. First thing I did as well was the skip shift eliminator. Later, I added the Donaldson Black wing and some appearance mods. I have been unable to decide on shifters and ***** and have stuck with stock till now, leaning towards the C6 Z06 setup at this point. I should add that mine is a daily driver, so that is a major factor for me in terms of what mods I want to make and can live with in that regards.
Anyways, congrats. Taking the time to get to know the car well is always a good strategy before going
over mods.
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Originally Posted by illmac77
lower that baby its free, shifter, if you want it a little louder(exhaust) the list goes on and on......congrats. on the new Z
Drifting
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C6 Z06 shifter
I won a C6 Z06 shifter off of ebay for $110. Took about an hour to install. Longest part was getting the stupid demon key out of the C5 shifter **** without tearing up the old ****. So far it's been my favorite mob to my Z06. No problems, shorter shifts, I love it. I'm not a drag racer so I didn't need a B&M shifter or want the extra noise the after market shifters bring. Really a nice mod. I found out how to do the change-out right off the forums.
Dave
Dave
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Welcome to the club! You will enjoy your car, I am sure. It is one of the best all around performers for the money out there. I bought my 04 Z new and have loved every minute of it. Sadly, it is for sale due to the fact that my kids are beginning college this fall and Dad needs to rearrange his priorities for a few years so that they can be edukated.
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Thanks for the welcome!
Just got some pics up on the cardomain.
http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2385489
here is a little taste though.
I waxed her real nice too
Just got some pics up on the cardomain.
http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2385489
here is a little taste though.
I waxed her real nice too
Last edited by rbrown81; Jun 20, 2006 at 02:12 AM.
Safety Car
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CLB is Column Lock Bypass. The steering column lock has a habit of going bad when people are away from home in the car and they end up stranded. I got mine from Corvettes of Houston for $49.00. Install was pretty easy.
