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Old Aug 15, 2017 | 04:17 PM
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I'm am on the verge of buying a z06. Either 2003 or 2004. I was wondering if any of you can offer me some advice on what to look for, both good and bad. I know about the typical problems. Stick shift and column, but is there anything else I should look out for? Say for instance...is it absolutely necessary to replace the valve springs, etc. I've been reading on both cars, but there is always something to be missed. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
Mahalo and Aloha from the Big island.
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Old Aug 15, 2017 | 07:28 PM
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Many say its mandatory to replace the springs on the 02 and 03 years, and figures back that up. The 01 and 04 less so (I haven't done my 04 yet, even though I bought the springs years ago).
P.S. love Hawaii, I'll be back. Only been to Maui, loved it every time.

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Old Aug 15, 2017 | 08:54 PM
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Many say its mandatory to replace the springs on the 02 and 03 years, and figures back that up. The 01 and 04 less so (I haven't done my 04 yet, even though I bought the springs years ago).
P.S. love Hawaii, I'll be back. Only been to Maui, loved it every time.
Thanks for the tip...I appreciate all the info I can get. It will help me in making a sound buy...hopefully...lol
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