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Oct 22, 2006 | 08:26 PM

C5Dream2004

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Car is back from Dr. Phil Thomas.

I can't wait for the net 350 miles to pass by. Phil (phil97svt) did a great job on my car. 3.73's, ss3600, arh headers, corsa exhaust, shift kit, complete tune. It truely is a different car - feels like it should. I did the brakes last night when we got home to finish off the job.

Oct 22, 2006 | 08:58 PM

MYCoupe

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Wow! Very nice. That car should fly now

. I bet those are going to be the longest 350 miles ever.

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Oct 22, 2006 | 09:01 PM

C5Dream2004

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No question - I will clock them every chance I get until done

Oct 22, 2006 | 10:04 PM

ksett

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Very cool! Phil did a compete forged bottom end, gears and heads on my car and all I can say is.

for his tuning skills and attention to detail.

Oct 22, 2006 | 11:57 PM

Phil97SVT

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Those brakes look SWEET! It was the first time seeing his work and man if you need a set of brakes that is the guy to go with. It was great meeting you and if you ever need anything don't hesistate to give me a call on my cell or @ the dealership.

Oct 23, 2006 | 06:38 AM

C5Dream2004

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Burning Brakes

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Phil the car is sweet Thanks!

Oct 23, 2006 | 06:41 AM

WKMCD

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What brakes are they?

Oct 23, 2006 | 07:00 AM

C5Dream2004

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Calipers are oem powder coated by Corvette Pilot, the rotors are 2pc. Bear eradispeeds.

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Oct 23, 2006 | 07:02 AM

C5Dream2004

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Pads are performance Friction Z's - they come with a stainless outer plate that adds to the look.

Oct 23, 2006 | 07:37 AM

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Looks great now lower that baby

Oct 23, 2006 | 08:07 PM

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thats great

I love it when mods go well

Oct 23, 2006 | 11:39 PM

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Very nice, it's amazing how drilled/slotted rotors make a huge improvment in the looks dept over the stock rotors

Oct 24, 2006 | 09:07 AM

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Phil does great work. I just passed 350 on my 3.90's. Swapping the rearend gear oil today, so I should be good to go!!!

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Oct 24, 2006 | 11:10 AM

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C5Dream2004

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Is 350 miles enough Phil told me to go 500 then swap the fluid? I am allready at 280 or so.

Oct 24, 2006 | 11:39 AM

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Quote:

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Is 350 miles enough Phil told me to go 500 then swap the fluid? I am allready at 280 or so.

Definitely go 500 to be on the safe side.

Oct 24, 2006 | 12:30 PM

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IFLUBYU

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Is 350 miles enough Phil told me to go 500 then swap the fluid? I am allready at 280 or so.

500 for sure, Im sure he got 150 on the drive home, so, do the math

Nice, very nice, setup, congrats! It's like a whole new car, and soon, you will need new tires!

Good Luck!

Oct 24, 2006 | 12:35 PM

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Anyone know a "Phil" out on the west coast? (so. cal) I'd love to get my gears changed out. I'm a little hesitant to just take it anywhere.

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