[Z06] Essential accessories for a Z?
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Le Mans Master
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From: Greenville SC
Essential accessories for a Z?
Small things; things that are a must have, and if you have a particular brand that is better than the rest? Things like cup holders, CLB, hood seal, etc. Compared to the C4 there are 100x more accessories, just wondering what is really nice and needed, VS junk.
Le Mans Master
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Cabin/trunk divider. Lighter in weight the better. I made my own out of 2" thick white styrofoam, then covered w/ material
CLB column lock bypass. COH Corvettes of Houston
Skip shift Eliminator sold @ most suppliers.
Set of pucks sold @ most suppliers
Flat tire kit for Z 06(non runs)
wheel locks
Hood seal sold @ most suppliers Helps keep engine bay clean. I made my own.
Trunk popper. Pops trunk open a little higher. I made my own out of small springs on ea shock.
After market or 09 or newer stock Z 06 shifter. I like the Snap shifter (shortened angled handle 09 mode sold by RSD)
Ceramic front pads less dust. sold by most suppliers.
Theres alot more, but these are just a few.
CLB column lock bypass. COH Corvettes of Houston
Skip shift Eliminator sold @ most suppliers.
Set of pucks sold @ most suppliers
Flat tire kit for Z 06(non runs)
wheel locks
Hood seal sold @ most suppliers Helps keep engine bay clean. I made my own.
Trunk popper. Pops trunk open a little higher. I made my own out of small springs on ea shock.
After market or 09 or newer stock Z 06 shifter. I like the Snap shifter (shortened angled handle 09 mode sold by RSD)
Ceramic front pads less dust. sold by most suppliers.
Theres alot more, but these are just a few.
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hmmm
I was thinking
a) radar detector
b) good lawyer on retainer ( in case the radar detector fails )
c) plastic surgeon on call for removing the grin off your face after driving
seriously...
the hood seal is a great idea...
pucks are a must
I've not ever thought about the divider, as I like the sound, and such
flat tire kit ( or AAA )
skip shift
I was thinking
a) radar detector
b) good lawyer on retainer ( in case the radar detector fails )
c) plastic surgeon on call for removing the grin off your face after driving
seriously...
the hood seal is a great idea...
pucks are a must
I've not ever thought about the divider, as I like the sound, and such
flat tire kit ( or AAA )
skip shift
Racer
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From: Central FL
The partition, especially, makes a world of difference. It keeps exhaust noise to a reasonable level (for those that care, anyway) and lends a nice, finished look to the cabin. Getting rid of that awful looking three-foot antenna is a must, too. As for the short shifter, the MGW is quite nice and precise. As others have mentioned, the skip shift is mandatory, as well.
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Le Mans Master
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From: Greenville SC
So even if your filter is not in the stock location, the hood seal is a good idea?
I have the C6 shifter, and I'm sure the skip shift becuase I can go 1-2.
I definatly want the divider w tray, I think the combo one from Southern is nice.
I like the shorty from Bitviper.
I have to check to see if it has the CLB but will definately do this one if not.
Mine is tinted, which I think is a must and I have a radar detector but need to get the Invisicord and mount. I have the rocker and frame savers on the way.
I can't use the CAI due to the SC.
I did a euro spec lighting upgrade in my C4 and it is great, much better than the Z, so probably will have to look into lighting upgrade at some point.
Hey I thought you C5 guys loved cup holders!? lol No one mentioned cup holders.
I have the C6 shifter, and I'm sure the skip shift becuase I can go 1-2.
I definatly want the divider w tray, I think the combo one from Southern is nice.
I like the shorty from Bitviper.
I have to check to see if it has the CLB but will definately do this one if not.
Mine is tinted, which I think is a must and I have a radar detector but need to get the Invisicord and mount. I have the rocker and frame savers on the way.
I can't use the CAI due to the SC.
I did a euro spec lighting upgrade in my C4 and it is great, much better than the Z, so probably will have to look into lighting upgrade at some point.
Hey I thought you C5 guys loved cup holders!? lol No one mentioned cup holders.
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Le Mans Master
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The most visually dramatic improvement is also free: lower it. It makes the car look meaner, improves the handling when done correctly and does not ruin the ride. Next in no particular order: shorter antenna, long tube headers, shifter, cold air intake (I like the Callaway Honker), better brake pads. By now you'll be addicted like the rest of us and you'll come up with more ideas on your own.
Pro
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Just remember less is more. Chrome and stickers dont make you go faster and most aftermarket exterior accessories ruin the lines of the car. Keep it clean and functional that is the key.
As far as must haves....id say hooker pirates
As far as must haves....id say hooker pirates
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The machine work on the parts are top notch!
Very well made, you can tell there was some serious time and effort put into the design. I'm not sure about the CCA can, but I can't see how anything (using this type of filtration method) can be better made than Elite.The bottom 2/3rds of the canister simply unscrews and you dump out the oil, wipe it out, and twist it back on. If you were racing to see how fast you could do it I'd say 25 seconds. It catches about 2 tablespoons on a weekend or two of aggressive mountain carving.
I've got mine polished up like chrome, it should look good when the engine is back together.
On a side note.... the hood seal is a waste of time and money. If you reach down the bumper cover where your air filter is located and touch the back of the bumper screens, you can see your hand. That means that all the outside air is blowing right into the engine bay. What is a hood seal going to do (to keep dust out) when the entire front of the engine bay is gulping air through the screens?
Like I said, a hood seal is pointless.
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