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Old Mar 20, 2006 | 11:24 AM
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Does the C6Z06 and C6Z51 share teh same rear-end?
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Does the C6Z06 and C6Z51 share teh same rear-end?
No, they are similar of course (with the same gearing) but the Z06 rear is stronger overall.
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That is what I was afraid of so with headers, cam, ported heads and intake I am going to have to look at upgrading the rear end too huh?
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That is what I was afraid of so with headers, cam, ported heads and intake I am going to have to look at upgrading the rear end too huh?
If it's a manual trans and launched hard on sticky tires then yes some upgrades are recommended.
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If it's a manual trans and launched hard on sticky tires then yes some upgrades are recommended.
HD rear definitely and maybe a clutch
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What kind of rear-end is recommended? Clutch?
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