[Z06] Isolating Partition in Z06
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Isolating Partition in Z06
Is there an isolating partition that installs between the passenger seats and the trunk? If so, is it an after market accessory or something that Chevy offers? I test drove my first Z06 today and I liked everything except the noise coming from the trunk area. I don't expect it to be as quite as a normal passenger car but it is quite a bit louder than my 1995 coupe. Any suggestions or advise is appreciated. Thanks in advance.
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Re: Isolating Partition in Z06 (Hydra01)
Here's one that I found http://store.yahoo.com/corvetteforum/frcinparmays.html
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St. Jude Donor '08
Re: Isolating Partition in Z06 (Hydra01)
I bought one from a fellow forum member that makes them. I believe the cost was $75. If I remember correctly his forum name is Not Red Rob. The partitions do cut a lot of noise in the cabin and keeps stuff from flying to the rear of the car. Highly recemmended.
Melting Slicks
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From: Northville Michigan
Re: Isolating Partition in Z06 (Hydra01)
Hydra01,
I purchased, installed, and am very happy with the partition I purchased from West Coast Corvette. It installs very easily.
The result is a much nicer appearing vehicle, with a divider between the passenger compartment and the trunk. Also, the partition cuts the rumble that is present from the exhaust in a Z06. I can now clearly hear my Boise sound system.
This is a great addition. I would also like to recommend that you consider covers for the three holes in the trunk. West Coast Corvette also sells these covers. With them in place and the partition in the car you will find the trunk much more useful.
Good luck with your decision.
I purchased, installed, and am very happy with the partition I purchased from West Coast Corvette. It installs very easily.
The result is a much nicer appearing vehicle, with a divider between the passenger compartment and the trunk. Also, the partition cuts the rumble that is present from the exhaust in a Z06. I can now clearly hear my Boise sound system.
This is a great addition. I would also like to recommend that you consider covers for the three holes in the trunk. West Coast Corvette also sells these covers. With them in place and the partition in the car you will find the trunk much more useful.
Good luck with your decision.
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From: Hillsdale NJ
Re: Isolating Partition in Z06 (Hydra01)
First of all it is going to be significantly louder than your 1995 Vette. That's the nature of the beast especially under full throttle.
I got mine from Exit 28 Motorsports. It took all of 2 minutes to install and is terrific. Cuts down on exhaust noise, improves a/c and Bose. Color is slightly off from factory color but is not really noticable or an issue. Very well made.
:cheers:
I got mine from Exit 28 Motorsports. It took all of 2 minutes to install and is terrific. Cuts down on exhaust noise, improves a/c and Bose. Color is slightly off from factory color but is not really noticable or an issue. Very well made.
:cheers:
Le Mans Master
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Re: Isolating Partition in Z06
Do a search for Partitions. Been talked about tons of times. Everyone agrees GM dropped the ball on this. They could have offered a partition as an option. Even the stereo should have been an option if weight was that much of a big deal. I think they forgot most people that buy the Z06 drive it on the streets.
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From: Parkville MD
Re: Isolating Partition in Z06 (Hydra01)
Is there an isolating partition that installs between the passenger seats and the trunk?
I luv it.
Melting Slicks
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Re: Isolating Partition in Z06 (Shylor)
Just finished making my own last week as many on here have.
It does quiet the noise some.
If you are concerned about adding weight to the car, check first. Some of these partitions weigh 12#. Mine weighs 1 1/2#.
Dave
It does quiet the noise some.
If you are concerned about adding weight to the car, check first. Some of these partitions weigh 12#. Mine weighs 1 1/2#.
Dave
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Re: Isolating Partition in Z06 (barondw)
I got mine from Exit 28 Motorsports. It took all of 2 minutes to install and is terrific. Cuts down on exhaust noise, improves a/c and Bose. Color is slightly off from factory color but is not really noticable or an issue. Very well made.
:cheers:
:cheers:
Le Mans Master
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From: Orange County California
Re: Isolating Partition in Z06 (Hydra01)
MIne came with one, bought the car pre-owned. The partition is just slightly off color though. West Coast Corvette sell them one the internet, I think it retail for about 279.00
Good Luck..it really stop things from flying forward when braking. :chevy
Good Luck..it really stop things from flying forward when braking. :chevy
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Re: Isolating Partition in Z06 (corvette dave)
Just finished making my own last week as many on here have.
It does quiet the noise some.
If you are concerned about adding weight to the car, check first. Some of these partitions weigh 12#. Mine weighs 1 1/2#.
Dave
It does quiet the noise some.
If you are concerned about adding weight to the car, check first. Some of these partitions weigh 12#. Mine weighs 1 1/2#.
Dave
Melting Slicks
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Re: Isolating Partition in Z06 (ALLR RED)
Corvette Dave... I am looking to make one myself, I'm curious what did you use for the patten ? Thanks for any info. you can supply!!! :seeya
I borrowed a partition from a friend (Piranha) and traced it onto a piece of
1 1/2" thick polystyrene I bought from Home Depot. Bought the glue there also.
Carpet came from Pep Boys for $10. Home Depot also had a nice black carpet for $7.50.
The carpet is a little darker than stock but the nap is the same.
Total cost was around $20. Total time about 8 hours to make.
I made my own to save weight not to save money. It was not much fun to make as I had trouble getting the adhesive to set up properly.
There are some people on this forum who will send you the template.
Dave
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From: Germantown MD
Re: Isolating Partition in Z06 (Pumba)
Are these partitions easy to swap in and out as desired? For example, if I went to the track, I would probably want to take it out for weight reasons (plus I like the extra noise in these situations!). My only worry would be that after taking it in and out a few dozen times, it may not fit as snuggly anymore. Any thoughts?
Burning Brakes
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From: San Diego CA
Re: Isolating Partition in Z06 (Hydra01)
Is there an isolating partition that installs between the passenger seats and the trunk?
http://www.fixedroofcoupe.com/
for a template in an autocad file. Instead of wood, I made mine like "corvette dave" (see above for materials list.) It is interference fit so comes out easily.
[Modified by Bimota Guy, 10:06 PM 11/4/2003]
[Modified by Bimota Guy, 10:07 PM 11/4/2003]
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Re: Isolating Partition in Z06 (Bimota Guy)
Hey Shylor and z06chick, you better be careful about voicing any opinion other than the one dictated to you by savewave and the rest of the group here.
I mentioned that "other guy" and promptly received several brow-beating emails from savewave explaining how bad a person I was and I didn't adhere to their little code. So anyway, good luck with the 4th reich..... :lolg:
I mentioned that "other guy" and promptly received several brow-beating emails from savewave explaining how bad a person I was and I didn't adhere to their little code. So anyway, good luck with the 4th reich..... :lolg:
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From: Parkville MD
Re: Isolating Partition in Z06 (C54TIM)
I made a custome box/partition for my Z06.
Check out the pics on my web page.
Check out the pics on my web page.