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Jul 14, 2009 | 07:14 PM

2kvert

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Manual tranny differences

So the Z06 and standard trannys have the same gear ratios but the Z51 is different? What's the advantage to the different gear ratios in the Z51 "performance" package? I would think it they would match to the Z06 specs but I'm sure someone else knows the answer. My 07 Z51 coupe definately doesn't pull as hard from a dig as my 01 Z06 but it is a much more refined feel.

Jul 14, 2009 | 08:11 PM

nwc6

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The MZ6 is closer to the MN12 of the C5 ZO6. 1st to 4th the same and slight 5th and 6th gear difference. The C5Z weighs a lot less than the C6 Coupe. Less weight, easier to get moving. Is your 01 stock? I would think the Ls2 would be a dead even match with a 385hp C5Z. The Z51 has autocross guys in mind, where on a short course 1st and 2nd are primary used.
MZ6
2.97
2.07
1.43
1
0.71
0.57

MN12 C5 Z06
2.97
2.07
1.43
1
0.84
0.56

MN6 C5 & C6
2.66
1.78
1.3
1
0.74
0.5

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Oct 22, 2010 | 10:59 AM

jasonberkeley

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Will a C5 MN12 bolt directly into a C6?

Oct 24, 2010 | 08:14 AM

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Oct 24, 2010 | 09:07 AM

glass slipper

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Quote:

Originally Posted by jasonberkeley

Will a C5 MN12 bolt directly into a C6?

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c6-t...apter-kit.html
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c6-t...post1554557645

Should answer your question.

Oct 24, 2010 | 10:01 AM

jasonberkeley

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Quote:

Originally Posted by glass slipper

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c6-t...apter-kit.html
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c6-t...post1554557645

Should answer your question.

Ah! Thank you!

Oct 24, 2010 | 10:28 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by jasonberkeley

Will a C5 MN12 bolt directly into a C6?

Only if the M12 is being installed on a 2005. 2006 and up have different tailshaft housing and will not work unless the tailshaft housing is replaced addition to additional modifications.

Oct 25, 2010 | 07:07 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by ragtopws6

Only if the M12 is being installed on a 2005. 2006 and up have different tailshaft housing and will not work unless the tailshaft housing is replaced addition to additional modifications.

Since my C6 is in fact a 2005, are there any modifications that would have to be made, or it literally becomes a no-brainer swap?

Thanks,

Jason