C6 Skip Shift Eliminator
Drifting
Joined: Mar 2006
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From: FL
I had the CAGS installed on my '01 C5 and now also on my '09 ZO6. I've had 9 cars with manual transmissions in my day, so I know how to shift.
I found the skip 1st to 4th gears on the C5 was more intrusive than it is on my ZO6, but, it still comes on sometimes, and usually at the most annoying times...like when I start off slow to avoid a crappy road surface at traffic light when turning; or when going slowly over bumpy rail road tracks, particularly when the driver in front is also going slow; or over speed bumps, etc.
It's just a PITA, and I'd rather not even have to think about dealing with it like double clutching or shifting from 1st to 3rd when it does come on.
The CAGS eliminator is an excellent device, IMO, and Southern Car Parts is an excellent vendor!
I found the skip 1st to 4th gears on the C5 was more intrusive than it is on my ZO6, but, it still comes on sometimes, and usually at the most annoying times...like when I start off slow to avoid a crappy road surface at traffic light when turning; or when going slowly over bumpy rail road tracks, particularly when the driver in front is also going slow; or over speed bumps, etc.
It's just a PITA, and I'd rather not even have to think about dealing with it like double clutching or shifting from 1st to 3rd when it does come on.
The CAGS eliminator is an excellent device, IMO, and Southern Car Parts is an excellent vendor!
Le Mans Master
Joined: Oct 2001
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From: Alaska
I just popped the fuse on my 09 and replaced it with the fried smart fuse. Works like a charm.
Although the diagram in both the owners manual and the web site mentioned for which fuse to pull was just a tiny bit incorrect.
Although the diagram in both the owners manual and the web site mentioned for which fuse to pull was just a tiny bit incorrect.
Racer
Joined: Aug 2004
Posts: 334
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From: Sugar Land Texas
1-4 Skip Shift: Warranty Issues?
Does this device affect the warranty in any way? Can the Vette be taken in to the dealer for service, with the device installed? Or, must it be uninstalled every time it goes in to the dealer?
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St. Jude Donor '06-'07, '13, '15
Thanks,
Dave
Pro
Joined: Jun 1999
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From: Gansevoort NY
Also, there was some discussion some where whether the wiring in the '09 was any different and that the Reverse lock-out solenoid was on the same fuse. Anybody confirm if this is the case or not with the '09?
Thanks,
Ray
Heel & Toe
Joined: Jun 2008
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From: Tx
I've gotton around it the same way on my 07, either adjust speed to bypass or shift to third to keep from lugging engine down especially if your leaving a stop light in traffic and on a slight hill. but agree it is a pain in the butt. I've been told it was a way for GM to meet emmisions standards and fuel milage on the vette
Last edited by scriv; Jul 13, 2009 at 01:31 PM.
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St. Jude Donor '06-'07, '13, '15
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From: Swansea IL
I work on a USAF base, try entering the base and going through the crash barriers as you suggest and see what happens?? For some of us driving as you suggest isn't practical or safe.
Last edited by AFVETTE; Sep 8, 2009 at 02:58 PM.
Pro
Joined: Sep 2009
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From: Los Angeles California
for me the skip shift rarely occurs, but when it does, I find that I can put it in 2nd gear with a second effort anyway. As soon as I feel that angled path towards 4th gear start, I just push it back up to the spot between 1st and 2nd, and then down into 2nd and it goes... seems to me it only blocks you out of 2nd on the first attempt.
Le Mans Master
Joined: Sep 2001
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From: Gainesville VA
just did mine. Just remember it is on the drivers side in the rear of the car right about where the over axles meet the x/h-pipe near........ NOT THE FRONT OF THE CAR.
Also its the top plug "blue"
I did it in like 3.5 min, I cheated with my 4 post lift....
Also its the top plug "blue"
I did it in like 3.5 min, I cheated with my 4 post lift....
Racer
Joined: Nov 2007
Posts: 484
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From: Long Island, NY
for me the skip shift rarely occurs, but when it does, I find that I can put it in 2nd gear with a second effort anyway. As soon as I feel that angled path towards 4th gear start, I just push it back up to the spot between 1st and 2nd, and then down into 2nd and it goes... seems to me it only blocks you out of 2nd on the first attempt.
