The Grond Chronicles : Reincarnation Part 4 [Dialup; Agony & Ecstasy]
07-27-2006, 09:15 PM
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St. Jude Donor '06-'07-'08-'09-'10-'11-'12
Originally Posted by Z06ufgrad2002
Won't this need to slide back farther for the seats to fit????????? 
Yes, bars were left long in a couple of places since he is doing a self install. And, since the cage was shipped practically whole, just wanted to make sure there were no errors on my part.
Also shipped him some practice pieces.
07-27-2006, 09:20 PM
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I'll need them too 
07-27-2006, 09:22 PM
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St. Jude Donor '07-'08
Originally Posted by Cajundude
Also shipped him some practice pieces.
07-27-2006, 09:29 PM
#445
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Ok, I know, try to keep up...
But I have a question, teacher.
That is a B&M shifter? Is the installation that radical as a matter of course or because you're adapting another model or because you want it to mount differently or...?
But I have a question, teacher.
That is a B&M shifter? Is the installation that radical as a matter of course or because you're adapting another model or because you want it to mount differently or...?
07-27-2006, 09:34 PM
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Originally Posted by pastorbrad
Ok, I know, try to keep up...
But I have a question, teacher.
That is a B&M shifter? Is the installation that radical as a matter of course or because you're adapting another model or because you want it to mount differently or...?
But I have a question, teacher.
That is a B&M shifter? Is the installation that radical as a matter of course or because you're adapting another model or because you want it to mount differently or...?
B&M themselves said it will not work with a 4L60E unless you buy an "aftermarket transmission computer". I explained that it's a Vette - I already have a PCM - but they insisted that it would not work. Hurst said the same thing, so did TCI. I tried the racing sites - Jegs, Summit Racing, MrRays... same answer - "it will not work with a 4L60E"
So, we will see if it will work or not - and I had to mount it so it looks stock - that's the whole point
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07-27-2006, 09:43 PM
#448
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4L60E being the stock A4 or an upgraded item? I've lost track, it's a wonder you haven't too.
What about upgrading to the A6 with the paddle shifters? Could that be done?
What about upgrading to the A6 with the paddle shifters? Could that be done?
07-27-2006, 10:05 PM
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Originally Posted by pastorbrad
4L60E being the stock A4 or an upgraded item? I've lost track, it's a wonder you haven't too.
What about upgrading to the A6 with the paddle shifters? Could that be done?
What about upgrading to the A6 with the paddle shifters? Could that be done?
The 6L80E - the 6 speed "paddle shifter" transmission from the 2006 C6, has been successfully retrofitted into a C5 by Yank. It costs $10,000+, and comes with a custom torque tube, wiring and computer. Oh yes, and you need a new differential as well. That cost does NOT include the paddle shifter, BTW - or gears.
07-27-2006, 10:40 PM
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Originally Posted by EnglandGreen
The 6L80E - the 6 speed "paddle shifter" transmission from the 2006 C6, has been successfully retrofitted into a C5 by Yank. It costs $10,000+, and comes with a custom torque tube, wiring and computer. Oh yes, and you need a new differential as well. That cost does NOT include the paddle shifter, BTW - or gears.
for 10K you could get a twin turbos and with ur race trans from RPM shift faster then the paddle shifter (possibly the stock A4 trans shifts faster anyways). Best get lots of welding practice in. I want to see those welds look like a roll of dimes on its side.
07-27-2006, 11:04 PM
#453
Burning Brakes
It is always fun watching these.
I know you are doing a wheel project. Have you released any details? Did I read earlier about some crazy wide wheel? Are you sticking with the C5 coupe style wheel.. but only wider? Just making sure I didn't miss any unveilings.
I know you are doing a wheel project. Have you released any details? Did I read earlier about some crazy wide wheel? Are you sticking with the C5 coupe style wheel.. but only wider? Just making sure I didn't miss any unveilings.
07-28-2006, 08:28 AM
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Originally Posted by EnglandGreen
4L60E is the stock "A4" - automatic in C5s. I have a (RPM) Rodney built A4 set up for full race but without the manual valve body.
The 6L80E - the 6 speed "paddle shifter" transmission from the 2006 C6, has been successfully retrofitted into a C5 by Yank. It costs $10,000+, and comes with a custom torque tube, wiring and computer. Oh yes, and you need a new differential as well. That cost does NOT include the paddle shifter, BTW - or gears.
The 6L80E - the 6 speed "paddle shifter" transmission from the 2006 C6, has been successfully retrofitted into a C5 by Yank. It costs $10,000+, and comes with a custom torque tube, wiring and computer. Oh yes, and you need a new differential as well. That cost does NOT include the paddle shifter, BTW - or gears.
07-28-2006, 08:35 AM
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Originally Posted by REDLYNER
It is always fun watching these.
I know you are doing a wheel project. Have you released any details? Did I read earlier about some crazy wide wheel? Are you sticking with the C5 coupe style wheel.. but only wider? Just making sure I didn't miss any unveilings.
I know you are doing a wheel project. Have you released any details? Did I read earlier about some crazy wide wheel? Are you sticking with the C5 coupe style wheel.. but only wider? Just making sure I didn't miss any unveilings.
07-28-2006, 10:14 AM
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Originally Posted by REDLYNER
It is always fun watching these.
I know you are doing a wheel project. Have you released any details? Did I read earlier about some crazy wide wheel? Are you sticking with the C5 coupe style wheel.. but only wider? Just making sure I didn't miss any unveilings.
I know you are doing a wheel project. Have you released any details? Did I read earlier about some crazy wide wheel? Are you sticking with the C5 coupe style wheel.. but only wider? Just making sure I didn't miss any unveilings.
07-28-2006, 01:21 PM
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Originally Posted by EnglandGreen
Details have not been released. That one will be a pretty radical surprise
With NEON!!!
This build is awesome. I can not wait see it finished.
Sui
07-28-2006, 02:34 PM
#459
Safety Car
These threads need to be rated "R" for us garage queens!
I'm going back to the "PG" section, my eyes can't take much more of this
I'm going back to the "PG" section, my eyes can't take much more of this
07-28-2006, 09:05 PM
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UPDATE
Started working on the rollcage final fit. Tomorrow - I weld
Here are the pics
Any excuse to buy even more tools
Needed to remove about 8.5 inches all told
Action shot
Measure trice, cut once. I made 3 passes to get the length just perfect
[Austin Powers voice] Yeah baby!! [/Austin Powers voice]
Started working on the rollcage final fit. Tomorrow - I weld
Here are the pics
Any excuse to buy even more tools
Needed to remove about 8.5 inches all told
Action shot
Measure trice, cut once. I made 3 passes to get the length just perfect
[Austin Powers voice] Yeah baby!! [/Austin Powers voice]
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