Dealer wants $190 to swap bars. I'll be set up in a week!

:D

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Just an FYI - the brakes (calipers, rotors, etc.) are the same, however the Z06 has a more aggressive pad (which also means more dust!) The Z does have an auto biasing system for the brakes, which at one point was not on coupes/verts, don't know if this has been incorporated in later builds (I've never confirmed this 100%).

The other Z-specific item is the tranny - the MN12 6-speed (vs. c/v MN6) has lower gears (higher numerically) for better acceleration. I've read where some folks say it's like having 3:73-3:90 gears in a Coupe. The rear end is also beefed up a bit, as well as the clutch.

Either way you go, they're fun cars - if you score a coupe, find a Z51 optioned car (it's an incredible cheap option, was like $350 in 01/02 for the handling upgrades you get), and toss on some non-EMT's/Z06 wheels/tires and you'll be at like 90-95% the handling of a Z06 for a pretty good bit less, and have a really fun targa roof! (Well, I'm in FL so open top cars are fun just about all year 'round). You'll also (depending on year) have some additional color options.

Go with a Z06 and you'll spend a good bit extra, have the best (stock) handling/acceleration, but you'll give up a little ride quality, the removable roof and availability of a few options (the coupe/vert available Sport seats are much better than the Z06 seats, which are just base models with some embroidery). There is an interesting interior option for Z06's called ModRed, a two-tone black/red package for some of the panels and seats (IMHO, it only works with a couple of colors).

:cheers:

Seeya -

 

Need to know if endlinks off 02 FE45 ride control suspension will work with the Z06 sways? When you say car corners better with Z06 sways I get it! I do not get wher you loss ride quality? Please explain.......

 

The wheels and tires which make a big difference.

 

camiv,
The aluminum 2002 end links will fit. Make sure you torque them to spec. Two ways to do this. Get a crow’s foot, off set socket to put on the torque wrench while you hold the center star bolt or hold the nut while reverse torquing the center star nut.
The ride comfort is dependent upon the shocks and springs more than the sway bars. What they do is minimize body roll while cornering. There is a point, however when a thick bar, like a T1 will stiffen the ride under certain conditions but Z06 bars wont. – C.

 

:iagree: I did my T-1 bars in half the time with a run to the store to pick up some new allen-wrenches.. that's what happens when you buddy borrows them and is on vacation!!!

 

I just added the ZO6 sway bars and 04 shocks...waht an improvement! :thumbs:

I notice a little bit harsher ride but nothing objectionable. I also notice that it is easier to induce throttle controlled oversteer than it was before. :D

I have a 02 C5 coupe with the 6 speed.

Next on the hit list are wheel/tire upgrades then brake upgrades.

 

All I can say is for twice that price, it would still be worth it. Added the Z06 bars to my 99 vert and the difference is amazing. 04 shocks are next.

You won't regret it

 

Where are you getting them for $132.00>? I would LOVE to add this to my Febuary sickness! :smash:

THANKS!

 

Rob, The price was off the gmpartsdirect web site and did not include shipping. Price includes both bars and bushings. Don't need new endlinks since the 03 came with them from the factory.

10419094 (1) $63.15
10424743 (1) $52.44
10419095 (2) $4.25ea
10333410 (2) $3.47ea

Fred Beans (supporting forum vendor) has the whole kit including endlinks for $216 shipped

:cheers:

 

As someone mentions , I have the 02 coupe non-Z51 does that mean I DO NOT have to order the endlinks because they are already the aluminum ones.

 

THANKS 02impact!! Wohooo!!! The Feb spending sickness goes on


[Modified by Ragtop_Rob, 7:29 AM 2/20/2004]

 

morespeed,

Your 2002 coupe has metal end links. All you need are the bars and bushings (part numbers listed above)

:cheers:

 

Im thinkin of doin the same mod, I already have the tires and rims so this would be my next step I guess. Bars and bushings is all I need for an 03 I guess. :cheers:

 

:yesnod: Yup.

Robert

 

Thanks. Order them last night.
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