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[Z06] Just bought her
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Just bought her
Well after much searching, i finally found the right one. Just bought Saturday, my new 2004 Z06, in Millennium yellow, with only 31,000. All stock. And of course, here are a few pictures. Now i gotta ask, whats usually the first thing people do to their Vettes? When i had my Mustang, it was CAI and a tuner.
Burning Brakes
Joined: Dec 2003
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From: Loveland CO
Congrads! nice find!
1st things 1st pull that dealer plate from off the front bumper, it is going to scratch the paint cause it doesnt fit
Same basic stuff. what are you wanting out of the mods power wise?
* What tires on on the car? if they are OEM goodyears i would look at new tires.. they suck and if the are old they are probably rotton and no good for handling/grip.
* Flush Fluids (coolant, brake, transmission fluid and diff fluids) Also seach for "Ranger Methoud Clutch Fluid" and swap the clutch fluid out, you will know why if your clutch peddal has ever stuck to the floor when driving it hard
* CAI (your choice, I like Callaway Honker or Halltech)
* Exhaust (stock Titanium mufflers rock so you will only gain sound from a muffler change). LT headers and Xpipe will gain a good chunk power power and make it sound tough.
* Tune... Custom will be best but ECS mail order tune or Chuck COW tune are awesome!
I changed my shift **** as well cause i hate the block feel. i did a billit round one that is alot more comfy but alot of guys like the feel of the C6Z06 shifter and ****.. Crisper shifts i guess without the hassle of a short throw shifter.
S
1st things 1st pull that dealer plate from off the front bumper, it is going to scratch the paint cause it doesnt fit
Same basic stuff. what are you wanting out of the mods power wise?
* What tires on on the car? if they are OEM goodyears i would look at new tires.. they suck and if the are old they are probably rotton and no good for handling/grip.
* Flush Fluids (coolant, brake, transmission fluid and diff fluids) Also seach for "Ranger Methoud Clutch Fluid" and swap the clutch fluid out, you will know why if your clutch peddal has ever stuck to the floor when driving it hard
* CAI (your choice, I like Callaway Honker or Halltech)
* Exhaust (stock Titanium mufflers rock so you will only gain sound from a muffler change). LT headers and Xpipe will gain a good chunk power power and make it sound tough.
* Tune... Custom will be best but ECS mail order tune or Chuck COW tune are awesome!
I changed my shift **** as well cause i hate the block feel. i did a billit round one that is alot more comfy but alot of guys like the feel of the C6Z06 shifter and ****.. Crisper shifts i guess without the hassle of a short throw shifter.
S
Last edited by RedZMonte; Feb 24, 2014 at 06:10 PM.
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If you REALLY like your new car....
Congrads! nice find!
1st things 1st pull that dealer plate from off the front bumper, it is going to scratch the paint cause it doesnt fit
Same basic stuff. what are you wanting out of the mods power wise?
* What tires on on the car? if they are OEM goodyears i would look at new tires.. they suck and if the are old they are probably rotton and no good for handling/grip.
* Flush Fluids (coolant, brake, transmission fluid and diff fluids) Also seach for "Ranger Methoud Clutch Fluid" and swap the clutch fluid out, you will know why if your clutch peddal has ever stuck to the floor when driving it hard
* CAI (your choice, I like Callaway Honker or Halltech)
* Exhaust (stock Titanium mufflers rock so you will only gain sound from a muffler change). LT headers and Xpipe will gain a good chunk power power and make it sound tough.
* Tune... Custom will be best but ECS mail order tune or Chuck COW tune is awesome!
I changed my shift **** as well cause i hate the block feel. i did a billit round one that is alot more comfy but alot of guys like the feel of the C6Z06 shifter and ****.. Crisper shifts i guess without the hassle of a short throw shifter.
S
1st things 1st pull that dealer plate from off the front bumper, it is going to scratch the paint cause it doesnt fit
Same basic stuff. what are you wanting out of the mods power wise?
* What tires on on the car? if they are OEM goodyears i would look at new tires.. they suck and if the are old they are probably rotton and no good for handling/grip.
* Flush Fluids (coolant, brake, transmission fluid and diff fluids) Also seach for "Ranger Methoud Clutch Fluid" and swap the clutch fluid out, you will know why if your clutch peddal has ever stuck to the floor when driving it hard
* CAI (your choice, I like Callaway Honker or Halltech)
* Exhaust (stock Titanium mufflers rock so you will only gain sound from a muffler change). LT headers and Xpipe will gain a good chunk power power and make it sound tough.
* Tune... Custom will be best but ECS mail order tune or Chuck COW tune is awesome!
I changed my shift **** as well cause i hate the block feel. i did a billit round one that is alot more comfy but alot of guys like the feel of the C6Z06 shifter and ****.. Crisper shifts i guess without the hassle of a short throw shifter.
S
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Looks as though you may be in the Military as that appears to be housing.... Park away from other cars.... That MY Z06 is gonna be a target for those w beaters...
YES, remove the LP surround.... Get to know the car, get a feel for it.. do one thing at a time... i.e... If you are going to focus on handling.. Do the suspension... Perf, starte w Headers, catback, CAI... Just my 02... Very nice find!
Park away from other cars.... That MY Z06 is gonna be a target for those w beaters...YES, remove the LP surround.... Get to know the car, get a feel for it.. do one thing at a time... i.e... If you are going to focus on handling.. Do the suspension... Perf, starte w Headers, catback, CAI... Just my 02... Very nice find!
Well after much searching, i finally found the right one. Just bought Saturday, my new 2004 Z06, in Millennium yellow, with only 31,000. All stock. And of course, here are a few pictures. Now i gotta ask, whats usually the first thing people do to their Vettes? When i had my Mustang, it was CAI and a tuner.
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From: Oregon
Thanks all. Don't worry, that dealer plate is already removed, just didn't think to take a second pic. Also its got firestone firehawks on the wheels. No problem with the clutch, but ill look into getting the Ranger Method fluid regardless, fix it before it happens. Tint is definitely happening soon, with this NC summer coming up soon enough.
I actually didnt even notice how tall the antenna was until you said something, so theres that
Thanks again all, here's to much enjoyment and many mods to come!
I actually didnt even notice how tall the antenna was until you said something, so theres that
Thanks again all, here's to much enjoyment and many mods to come!
Pro
Joined: Jan 2010
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From: Carlisle KY
Congrats!
1. Column lock bypass
2. Skip-shift eliminator, unless you get a tune
3. Better shift ****
Those three things will increase your peace-of-mind and enjoyment of the car for a total of less than $150.
1. Column lock bypass
2. Skip-shift eliminator, unless you get a tune
3. Better shift ****
Those three things will increase your peace-of-mind and enjoyment of the car for a total of less than $150.
Last edited by A Marsh; Feb 25, 2014 at 07:18 PM.
Drifting
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From: MA
Hey I was just in the same spot as you bought a 2003 w/ 13k on it bone stock in mid January, mods thus far- new heavy duty valve springs, plugs, wires, vararam CAI, custom tune (eliminated skip shift), changed tranny, diff, coolant, engine oil/filters, shory antenna, front molded license plate frame, altec Phantom rear frame painted to match, and an outdoor car cover for when I take it out my moms garage from winter storage and will be parking it at my house for spring/summer I have no garage. I would definitely look at the valve spring replacement - my tuner/LSx doctor recommended it immediately as did many members of the forum, better safe than sorry.
First thing I'm doing when I take it out of storage is waxing it then immediately getting xpel ultimate film installed, followed by window tint, and I think it could use an alignment. May get some heavier coverage floormats to protect the carpet. Then that's about it for now ill just drive the hell out of it this season.
Near future mods include headers, then cam, new shifter...but I've already spent some coin as you can tell lol!
First thing I'm doing when I take it out of storage is waxing it then immediately getting xpel ultimate film installed, followed by window tint, and I think it could use an alignment. May get some heavier coverage floormats to protect the carpet. Then that's about it for now ill just drive the hell out of it this season.
Near future mods include headers, then cam, new shifter...but I've already spent some coin as you can tell lol!
Last edited by C5Dobie; Feb 25, 2014 at 09:58 PM.
Drifting
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From: Oklahoma
LOL...I did just that a year ago.
I too am a former Mustang owner converted to the dark side.
These cars do respond well to a good CAI, but don't waste your time on the catback exhaust. Tires are important. I simply couldn't put any power down until I got rid of the old F1 Supercar tires.
I too am a former Mustang owner converted to the dark side.
These cars do respond well to a good CAI, but don't waste your time on the catback exhaust. Tires are important. I simply couldn't put any power down until I got rid of the old F1 Supercar tires.
Drifting
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