adding Z51...?
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adding Z51...?
I have a '99 coupe and what to upgrade the suspension. Is it possible to get the Z51 package? I heard its a factory install, so does that mean my baby has to go back to the factory to get it? Any idea how much that would cost?
Better question, what suspension upgrades are out there, which is the best, and how much do they cost?
Thanks a lot.
Better question, what suspension upgrades are out there, which is the best, and how much do they cost?
Thanks a lot.
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From: Wilmington NC
Originally Posted by javdaddy04
I have a '99 coupe and what to upgrade the suspension. Is it possible to get the Z51 package? I heard its a factory install, so does that mean my baby has to go back to the factory to get it? Any idea how much that would cost?
Better question, what suspension upgrades are out there, which is the best, and how much do they cost?
Thanks a lot.
Better question, what suspension upgrades are out there, which is the best, and how much do they cost?
Thanks a lot.
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Thanks for the info, good stuff. I am already riding on Pilot sports, so I am good on tires. Might be going with Pirellis next time around just to try them out. Or maybe some drag radials.
What makes the Z06 package better than the Z51?
What makes the Z06 package better than the Z51?
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I agree, go with the Z06 package. I upgraded my shocks and swaybars a while back, and it made a huge difference. I just changed out the springs and would highly suggest you do all three. The new springs really made the ride and handling a lot better.
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Originally Posted by javdaddy04
Thanks for the info, good stuff. I am already riding on Pilot sports, so I am good on tires. Might be going with Pirellis next time around just to try them out. Or maybe some drag radials.
What makes the Z06 package better than the Z51?
What makes the Z06 package better than the Z51?
