C6 Z06 Shock installation question
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C6 Z06 Shock installation question
So I have a set of C6 Z06 shocks that I am hoping to install in the next couple of weeks. The only problem is that I have the F55 suspension and (to the best of my research on this forum) the only way to not throw a code upon removing them is to use a Tech 2.
Since I will probably end up having to take my car to a mechanic anyways to get this resolved, would it be quicker/easier to just have the mechanic install the shocks in the first place?
I happen to be located in Orange County California. Does anyone know of a shop where I can get this code removed? Likewise, does anyone know of a shop that would feel comfortable installing C6 Z06 shocks on a C5 corvette, just in case I decide to go that route.
Thanks!
Since I will probably end up having to take my car to a mechanic anyways to get this resolved, would it be quicker/easier to just have the mechanic install the shocks in the first place?
I happen to be located in Orange County California. Does anyone know of a shop where I can get this code removed? Likewise, does anyone know of a shop that would feel comfortable installing C6 Z06 shocks on a C5 corvette, just in case I decide to go that route.
Thanks!
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So I have a set of C6 Z06 shocks that I am hoping to install in the next couple of weeks. The only problem is that I have the F55 suspension and (to the best of my research on this forum) the only way to not throw a code upon removing them is to use a Tech 2.
Since I will probably end up having to take my car to a mechanic anyways to get this resolved, would it be quicker/easier to just have the mechanic install the shocks in the first place?
I happen to be located in Orange County California. Does anyone know of a shop where I can get this code removed? Likewise, does anyone know of a shop that would feel comfortable installing C6 Z06 shocks on a C5 corvette, just in case I decide to go that route.
Thanks!
Since I will probably end up having to take my car to a mechanic anyways to get this resolved, would it be quicker/easier to just have the mechanic install the shocks in the first place?
I happen to be located in Orange County California. Does anyone know of a shop where I can get this code removed? Likewise, does anyone know of a shop that would feel comfortable installing C6 Z06 shocks on a C5 corvette, just in case I decide to go that route.
Thanks!
Changing the shocks is no biggie, it took me a few hours, reserve a Saturday afternoon or something for it. Taking it to a mechanic is the easiest, but not as much fun and more expensive. There is alot of tricks here on how to change them, compress them enough to get them out. I used the Tie Wrap method.
As far as fitment - I would defer that comment to one of the members who is more familiar with shock choices. There are lots here!
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You are right about the Tech II deprogramming. I researched the heck out of it and that is the only way I found to eliminate the speed restriction of 80 MPH. I had F55s that were all leaky.
Changing the shocks is no biggie, it took me a few hours, reserve a Saturday afternoon or something for it. Taking it to a mechanic is the easiest, but not as much fun and more expensive. There is alot of tricks here on how to change them, compress them enough to get them out. I used the Tie Wrap method.
As far as fitment - I would defer that comment to one of the members who is more familiar with shock choices. There are lots here!
Changing the shocks is no biggie, it took me a few hours, reserve a Saturday afternoon or something for it. Taking it to a mechanic is the easiest, but not as much fun and more expensive. There is alot of tricks here on how to change them, compress them enough to get them out. I used the Tie Wrap method.
As far as fitment - I would defer that comment to one of the members who is more familiar with shock choices. There are lots here!
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So I have a set of C6 Z06 shocks that I am hoping to install in the next couple of weeks. The only problem is that I have the F55 suspension and (to the best of my research on this forum) the only way to not throw a code upon removing them is to use a Tech 2.
Since I will probably end up having to take my car to a mechanic anyways to get this resolved, would it be quicker/easier to just have the mechanic install the shocks in the first place?
I happen to be located in Orange County California. Does anyone know of a shop where I can get this code removed? Likewise, does anyone know of a shop that would feel comfortable installing C6 Z06 shocks on a C5 corvette, just in case I decide to go that route.
Thanks!
Since I will probably end up having to take my car to a mechanic anyways to get this resolved, would it be quicker/easier to just have the mechanic install the shocks in the first place?
I happen to be located in Orange County California. Does anyone know of a shop where I can get this code removed? Likewise, does anyone know of a shop that would feel comfortable installing C6 Z06 shocks on a C5 corvette, just in case I decide to go that route.
Thanks!
310-326-2399
we are a corvette and LS engine specialty shop (and a forum sponsor).
Have replaced many F55 equipped cars with Z06 shock. Give us a call, email or PM
http://www.americanheritageperformance.com/
Recommend the C6Z06 shocks (good shocks with a good price point).
Last edited by American Heritage; Sep 27, 2014 at 12:43 AM.
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Another place to check prices with if you decide to have someone do the install would be Corvette Mike in Anaheim.