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Will a C6 engine cradle fit a C5?

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Old 04-12-2009, 06:56 AM
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Default Will a C6 engine cradle fit a C5?

From what I understand, the C6 Z06 and base C6 cradle are interchangable. I'm wondering if I can put a C6 Z06 cradle in a C5 (partially for weight savings, and partially hoping to be able to use the '08+ steering rack).

So does anyone know if a C6 cradle will fit on a C5, and if so, does it move the LCA mounts? I know the ABS/trac mount is probably different, but I'm ok with relocating or eliminating that.

Thanks for any help.

Edit: Yes it fits. I put a C6Z magnesium cradle in my C5 race car. This saves 11 lbs and lets you run the (much better) 2009+ C6 steering rack.

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Old 04-17-2009, 11:23 PM
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Hi, did you got any info on this?
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Originally Posted by goa2head
Hi, did you got any info on this?
I think you should ask in the C5 Tech and/or General Forums.

I found this ref on a quick search:

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c5-t...hangeable.html


And just a reminder, you aren't supposed to revive old threads like this. They want you start a new one. Just sayin'.

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