shock replacement
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shock replacement
Hey all, just a quick question about the c5s shocks. I've been driving around recently and the road feels so hard. I was thinking about replacing the stock c5 shocks and getting them at the parts store. Although I heard that if you get c6's the ride feel better/smother and that they are a better shock altogether? I do not do any auto cross, just want a smooth ride. If I get the c6's do I have to do any modification to them? Or do they fit the same as the c5 stock shocks? Also My c5 does not have ride controll.
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Hey all, just a quick question about the c5s shocks. I've been driving around recently and the road feels so hard. I was thinking about replacing the stock c5 shocks and getting them at the parts store. Although I heard that if you get c6's the ride feel better/smother and that they are a better shock altogether? I do not do any auto cross, just want a smooth ride. If I get the c6's do I have to do any modification to them? Or do they fit the same as the c5 stock shocks? Also My c5 does not have ride controll.
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The C6Z 2012 is an exact fit. I did this upgrade about 4mos. ago on my 01 and I'm very satisfied with the ride. 
I also did the C6Z sway bars and end links at the same time. All parts bought from GM Partshouse. A CF vendor.
I also did the C6Z sway bars and end links at the same time. All parts bought from GM Partshouse. A CF vendor.
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The C6 Z06 shocks fit perfectly and will give your car a very nice ride. Gmpartshouse has them at a very good price.
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My first question is - are you running run flats? Changing shocks may be the only option to a better ride. My .02¢
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I'm putting on the C6Z shocks this weekend, and will be sure to put up a thread regarding the install and results. Here's to hoping for no seized bolts
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I guess it all depends on what type of driving you intend to do I now other vette owners that just put Monroe senser trac shocks and are happy but they drive it as if it were there family car or to work no performance needed so if that's you there's your option. and if you remove the run flats your ride will improve greatly as long as you stay away low profile tires.
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Made the change last year (along with metal end links). Couldn't be happier with the handling. A great improvement at a good price. Good choice.