My new C5
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My new C5
I just made a "hold payment" for a new C5 Commemorative Editition Coupe w/ Mag ride, two tops, Corsa Exhaust, 6 speed, CD changer, polished wheels and all those other wonderful goodies that are standard. I pick the car up Monday morning. Most of you guys know the feeling--it may be tough to sleep this weekend.
Any suggestions on the first couple performance mods--I want to start with a couple lower price mods.
I am fairly new to this forum and look forward to lots of exchanges with you folks.
Any suggestions on the first couple performance mods--I want to start with a couple lower price mods.
I am fairly new to this forum and look forward to lots of exchanges with you folks.
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Congrats! 
You'll want to look into a new intake. Donaldson Blackwing is among the most popular but there are dozens of choices. Other than that you can mess around under the hood with Mass Air Flow Sensors, couplers and such. But you won't see a tremendous gain from all that. I recommend getting the PCM callibrated once you've got the intake on to get the computer running properly.
Beyond that any good mods always involve a c,omma.
Welcome Aboard!
Michael
You'll want to look into a new intake. Donaldson Blackwing is among the most popular but there are dozens of choices. Other than that you can mess around under the hood with Mass Air Flow Sensors, couplers and such. But you won't see a tremendous gain from all that. I recommend getting the PCM callibrated once you've got the intake on to get the computer running properly.
Beyond that any good mods always involve a c,omma.
Welcome Aboard!
Michael
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CONGRATULATIONS!
Welcome to here!
You ask for suggestions on low cost mods - appearance or performance?
Appearance
1. Letters for the rear bumper and front plate cover
2. Tinted windows (local laws permitting)
3. Upgraded floor mats
4. door sill protection
5. A good supply of the wax/protection of you choice
6. Aftermarket shifter ****
Performance
1. Aftermarket shifter ( B & M, Hurst, Kirban)
2. Aftermarket intake
3. Ceramic Brake pads
4. Dump the RunCraps
There are more, but this is all I could think of off the top of my head.....
Welcome to here!
You ask for suggestions on low cost mods - appearance or performance?
Appearance
1. Letters for the rear bumper and front plate cover
2. Tinted windows (local laws permitting)
3. Upgraded floor mats
4. door sill protection
5. A good supply of the wax/protection of you choice
6. Aftermarket shifter ****
Performance
1. Aftermarket shifter ( B & M, Hurst, Kirban)
2. Aftermarket intake
3. Ceramic Brake pads
4. Dump the RunCraps
There are more, but this is all I could think of off the top of my head.....
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Congrats on the new car. I know I would not get much sleep over the weekend.
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Congrats HHC5!!!! I know exactly what you're going thru right now! I just got my 04 Comm Ed Conv 2 weeks ago Friday; got 800 miles so far!
I did the following mods already:
Blackwing Air Filter
ZO6 Exhaust
Decals on the fuel rail covers
Stainless Steel Letter Inserts on the rear facia
Comm ED Shale front mats
Looking to do a few more as the summer wears on!
Beautiful machine!!!!
I did the following mods already:
Blackwing Air Filter
ZO6 Exhaust
Decals on the fuel rail covers
Stainless Steel Letter Inserts on the rear facia
Comm ED Shale front mats
Looking to do a few more as the summer wears on!
Beautiful machine!!!!
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From: Hendersonville NC
Welcome to the forum. You will learn everything you want and need to know, plus so much more here (like, oh my god I need that mod, and that one, etc). I got my 03 C5 coupe MN6 about 9mos ago and have decided on the following mods: Air Intake, probably Blackwing or Halltech Trap. Cool air Z06 grills, Plugs and plug wires. GHL Bullet cat back exhaust. Polished throttle body. LS1 edit. I am lovin every minute of this car, except keeping black detailed. While you can never have too much power, I think you'll, realistically, find that this car is superfast for street driving. However, it does seem to need improved air intake for better responsiveness and exhaust sound, stock is a Cadillac 
After that, for me, it's either a C-6, (dreamin) heads, cam, headers, or SUPERCHARGING... oh yeah! Enjoy the ride, both the cars and mod madness.
After that, for me, it's either a C-6, (dreamin) heads, cam, headers, or SUPERCHARGING... oh yeah! Enjoy the ride, both the cars and mod madness.
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Congrats and Welcome!! Nice choice in color. You are going to love the car!! But becareful of the Mod Bug... once it bites... You can't stop, you'll have it forever, & there is no turning back! 
Enjoy... and don't forget to Wave!
~MIDNIGHT STORM
Nice choice in color. You are going to love the car!! But becareful of the Mod Bug... once it bites... You can't stop, you'll have it forever, & there is no turning back! Enjoy... and don't forget to Wave! ~MIDNIGHT STORM
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Originally Posted by blacksedan87
CONGRATULATIONS!
Welcome to here!
You ask for suggestions on low cost mods - appearance or performance?
Appearance
1. Letters for the rear bumper and front plate cover
2. Tinted windows (local laws permitting)
3. Upgraded floor mats
4. door sill protection
5. A good supply of the wax/protection of you choice
6. Aftermarket shifter ****
Performance
1. Aftermarket shifter ( B & M, Hurst, Kirban)
2. Aftermarket intake
3. Ceramic Brake pads
4. Dump the RunCraps
There are more, but this is all I could think of off the top of my head.....
Welcome to here!
You ask for suggestions on low cost mods - appearance or performance?
Appearance
1. Letters for the rear bumper and front plate cover
2. Tinted windows (local laws permitting)
3. Upgraded floor mats
4. door sill protection
5. A good supply of the wax/protection of you choice
6. Aftermarket shifter ****
Performance
1. Aftermarket shifter ( B & M, Hurst, Kirban)
2. Aftermarket intake
3. Ceramic Brake pads
4. Dump the RunCraps
There are more, but this is all I could think of off the top of my head.....
Good orderWelcome, you will find this place is the best forum out there. Not just for vette's either but in general. Good folks here.
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Originally Posted by HHC5
I just made a "hold payment" for a new C5 Commemorative Editition Coupe w/ Mag ride, two tops, Corsa Exhaust, 6 speed, CD changer, polished wheels and all those other wonderful goodies that are standard. I pick the car up Monday morning. Most of you guys know the feeling--it may be tough to sleep this weekend.
Any suggestions on the first couple performance mods--I want to start with a couple lower price mods.
I am fairly new to this forum and look forward to lots of exchanges with you folks.
Any suggestions on the first couple performance mods--I want to start with a couple lower price mods.
I am fairly new to this forum and look forward to lots of exchanges with you folks.
First mod - exhaust, make it sound like a sports car, and improve the looks on the rear end!