Paddles for '02 Vette
Team Owner
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From: Flagstaff Az.
paddles
I doubt that it would be economically feasible. The paddle shifter is designed for the 6 speed auto and integrated with the C6 computor. There are people working on an install of the 6 speed into the C5. I would guess that this is going to be pricey also.
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From: ================== Houston, Texas www.englandgreen.com ================== Necessary Evil™ __________
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The A6 (6L80E) in the new C6 Corvettes have been retrofilled into the C5. It consists of a new A6 transmission, stall converter, torque tube and driveshaft. Yank sells them for ~$10,000 uninstalled. Add installation and tuning to that cost.
The paddles are a whole other ballgame. If you get this to work in a C5, please post LOTS of pics and a good write up.
EG
The paddles are a whole other ballgame. If you get this to work in a C5, please post LOTS of pics and a good write up.
EG
Melting Slicks
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From: Clever, MO aka SOMO
Originally Posted by Corvector
Is it true that "Paddle Shifters" can be installed on an '02 with automatic trans.? Any reason not to? Approximate cost? Thanks.
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From: Hiram GA
A company called Twist machines make paddle shifters for computer controlled transmissions. You have to purchase some other computer modules and controllers from TCI or Powertrain Controller Solutions. The only issue is the steering wheel/airbag for a modern vette. But, I am sure it can be done $$$$
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From: Seabrook TX
I've been waiting for the 6L80e or 6l80 or 6l90 or 6l90e conversion on a C5. Has anyone actually done it or seen it, or is just rumors? Because, I am intrigued by it. I didn't think the cost would be that prohibitive. $10,000 seems like a lot. Is there any links to what you are referring to?
Appreciate it,
Steven
Appreciate it,
Steven
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Le Mans Master
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From: Los Angeles
Originally Posted by C5R UZR
I didn't think the cost would be that prohibitive. $10,000 seems like a lot. Is there any links to what you are referring to?
Appreciate it,
Steven
Appreciate it,
Steven
Pro
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From: Seabrook TX
Originally Posted by robvuk
For that kind of money, why not just buy a C6?
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From: Hiram GA
Paddle shifters
Go here :
http://www.twistmachine.com/
I also have a 77 Datsun 280Z in the planning stages of a LS1 Hybrid swap, and I am toying with the idea of paddle shifters.
http://www.twistmachine.com/
I also have a 77 Datsun 280Z in the planning stages of a LS1 Hybrid swap, and I am toying with the idea of paddle shifters.
Team Owner
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From: SoCal
Originally Posted by C5R UZR
One because C6's are still a lot more expensive than C5's, and two, because I don't actually like the C6 body style as well. The C5 is so much meaner looking, the C6 is a little more toned down IMHO.
DH
