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Feb 1, 2011 | 11:27 PM

#41

upsta8NY

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Wow that looks awsome.I really like how it looks on your car.Thanks for the pics and install info.

Feb 1, 2011 | 11:45 PM

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St. Jude Donor '10-'12, '25

Thanks everyone for all the great complements. Quik Z06 (Pete) did an excellent job on making this thing happen. Great guy to work with and always keeps you up on what's going on.
Thanks again Pete.

Feb 2, 2011 | 02:16 AM

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dagon138

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From the picture it looks like most of the airflow under into the radiator is now blocked. Let us know the coolant temperature differences.

Feb 2, 2011 | 09:43 AM

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versatile

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Looks great, i was under the impression that there were little winglets that ran up the front of the wheel openings a little on these but I prefer the look of yours.

Feb 2, 2011 | 10:23 AM

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Looks great, i was under the impression that there were little winglets that ran up the front of the wheel openings a little on these but I prefer the look of yours.

The C5R spoiler is the one with the winglets that connect into the wheel well opening. The Vortex connects underneath, however also rides lower than the C5R.

There is a separate thread on the C5R that shows the difference.

Feb 2, 2011 | 10:24 AM

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From the picture it looks like most of the airflow under into the radiator is now blocked. Let us know the coolant temperature differences.

I agree. That is my concern as well even though the Vortex has an opening in the front of the splitter for air intake.

Feb 2, 2011 | 05:43 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by dagon138

From the picture it looks like most of the airflow under into the radiator is now blocked. Let us know the coolant temperature differences.

Quote:

Originally Posted by MSG C5

I agree. That is my concern as well even though the Vortex has an opening in the front of the splitter for air intake.

That is not the case. There is plenty of room for airflow to enter the radiator. See the photo below. The Vortex Lip might block an inch or two, but it does have the opening that directs air up through as well. I've been driving my car for over a week now and have not seen a significant difference in temperature.

Feb 2, 2011 | 06:12 PM

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St. Jude Donor '10-'12, '25

Got some new pics....

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Feb 2, 2011 | 06:14 PM

#49

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Thanks for those pics, this is definitely the one I want!

Feb 2, 2011 | 06:18 PM

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Looks very nice and thanks for the writeup.

Feb 2, 2011 | 06:28 PM

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rdline

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GR8WT Did you scrape the driver side already.......

Feb 2, 2011 | 06:42 PM

#52

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GR8WT Did you scrape the driver side already.......

I posted the pics and saw the same thing....ran out to take a look and it must of been the suns reflection!

Feb 2, 2011 | 08:03 PM

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PHIL MEMPHIS

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I've looked for this vendor but haven't been able to find him. What do I need to look for?

Feb 2, 2011 | 08:13 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by PHIL MEMPHIS

I've looked for this vendor but haven't been able to find him. What do I need to look for?

That would be me

Feb 2, 2011 | 08:43 PM

#55

Robert 2000

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Originally Posted by Gr8Wht

Got some new pics....

Feb 3, 2011 | 11:05 PM

#56

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St. Jude Donor '10-'12, '25

I can't wait for my carbon fiber side skirts to come in.

It will be an awesome weekend if they get here tomorrow!

Feb 4, 2011 | 12:37 AM

#57

doublec4

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Which side skirts did you go with?

Feb 4, 2011 | 01:00 AM

#58

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Which side skirts did you go with?

He got my ZR sideskirts

Feb 4, 2011 | 01:03 AM

#59

doublec4

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Awesome, can't wait to see them installed. I'm considering the combo...

Feb 4, 2011 | 01:21 AM

#60

yaknow

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Your car looks absolutely fantastic with the new splitter. I can't wait to see it with the side skirts. I am going to buy this set up when I can determine weather to go with carbon fiber or fiberglass. My practicle side wants the black and paint it satin since, I have the rear enhancement panel and C6Z06 splash guards but, my ultra ego wants the carbon fiber. The internal tug of war continues.

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