[Z06] tranny question
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tranny question
i was talkin with a buddy and he said that GM produced a small number of automatic C5 Z06's. sounded like some b.s. to me so i thought i would post up on here and see what you guys had to say. i couldnt argue since i dont know a lot about corvettes. thanks in advance, sam.
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The Z06 utilizes the specially built M12 6-Speed Manual transmission. This transmission is unique to the Z06, and is the only transmission available for that model. It is not available on Corvette coupes or convertibles. It has more aggressive gearing to increase torque multiplication in most forward gears, allowing for more rapid acceleration and more usable torque at higher speeds. A transmission temperature sensor was added to protect the M12 from higher thermal stresses. The sensor warns the driver via the Driver Information Center with a TRANS OVER TEMP light if thermal loads become excessive, meaning that the transmission could be damaged if not allowed to cool down. The transmission is also located towards the rear of the car. This allows for better vehicle weight distribution as the weight of the transmission offsets some of the weight of the forward sitting engine.
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There were no factory built auto Z06's. I have seen one handicap guy gathering parts to change his Z over. Not sure if he ever went through with it. Your friend knows very little about Z's
GM never did it at the factory though.
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thanks for the info guys. no im gonna bust his ***** and maybe make a $20 bet lol
