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Old Mar 30, 2016 | 08:13 AM
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I see mention of Z51 cars all the time. Exactly what is a Z51?
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stiffer (better) suspension parts !!!!!!
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Old Mar 30, 2016 | 09:07 AM
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Larger sway bars, firmer shocks, firmer spring. There were two different Z51 arrangement, 99 and earlier and 00-04 with the later cars receiving larger sway bars.
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Old Mar 30, 2016 | 09:41 AM
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Also added a power steering cooler and performance (3.15) rear end with the auto.
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A good option if you want enhanced handling.
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Originally Posted by Vetteman Jack
A good option if you want enhanced handling.


I have this package in mine. Z51 3:15 Axle
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Old Apr 3, 2016 | 09:12 PM
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Originally Posted by Rico7142


I have this package in mine. Z51 3:15 Axle


Ditto!
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Old Jun 20, 2017 | 04:48 PM
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Originally Posted by TXghost
I see mention of Z51 cars all the time. Exactly what is a Z51?
Magnetic ride control in the C7, stiffer suspension, bigger sways, huge brakes, slotted rotors, bigger tires, split front bumper, air dams, functioning vents in rear, controlled exhausts via switch etc.
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Makes my wife complain that she can't text while she's riding with me. But I only notice it when I take a curve a little fast. Really keeps the car flat and the tires planted.
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Mine's a Z51 - steady as a rock. Love it.
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My C4 was a Z51 and I miss the handling compared to the softer base suspension in my C5. At the very latest I will be upgrading to either C6 Z06 or Z51sway bars this winter.
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Later c5 z51 cars get the c5z front spring, specific rate rear spring, c5z shocks, sways, end links, and the power steering cooler. Fairly low production numbers per year.

I have one, it's pretty neat
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All FRC's came with Z51 and 3.42 rear axle. I love my 2000, and the ride isn't too stiff to enjoy driving on normal roads. Also they were all 6 speed manual transmission cars.
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