CorvetteForum - Chevrolet Corvette Forum Discussion

C7 Tech/Performance Corvette Technical Info, Internal Engine, External Engine, Tech Topics, Basic Tech, Maintenance, How to Remove & Replace
Sponsored by:
Sponsored by:

Remove MRC shocks - computer complaints ?

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old May 25, 2016 | 12:42 PM
Share
  #1  
NTMD8R's Avatar
NTMD8R
Thread Starter
Melting Slicks
20 Year Member
 
Joined: Sep 1999
Posts: 2,305
Likes: 87
From: Richmond, BC, Canada
Default Remove MRC shocks - computer complaints ?
I have a 2014 Z51 MRC car.
To get more grip with Autocross (turn in),
I am thinking of replacing the shocks/springs with Coil-overs.

With the removal of the MRC shocks, will this cause the computer to complain ?

If so, then I guess I will have to just go with a basic Z51 front spring
instead of the MRC front spring.
I understand it is stiffer. Is this correct ?
Reply
0
Old May 25, 2016 | 02:30 PM
Share
  #2  
dmhines's Avatar
dmhines
Burning Brakes
10 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Top Answer: 1
 
Joined: May 2015
Posts: 1,024
Likes: 264
From: Port Charlotte FL
Default
UnPlug them and see .....
Reply
0
Old May 26, 2016 | 05:02 PM
Share
  #3  
Pacembellum's Avatar
Pacembellum
Melting Slicks
 
Joined: Apr 2016
Posts: 3,109
Likes: 697
From: CA
Default
Originally Posted by NTMD8R
I have a 2014 Z51 MRC car.
To get more grip with Autocross (turn in),
I am thinking of replacing the shocks/springs with Coil-overs.

With the removal of the MRC shocks, will this cause the computer to complain ?

If so, then I guess I will have to just go with a basic Z51 front spring
instead of the MRC front spring.
I understand it is stiffer. Is this correct ?
Id just get stickier tires. Its not wortb spending the money to change suspension on a brand new car.
Reply
0
Old May 26, 2016 | 09:54 PM
Share
  #4  
NTMD8R's Avatar
NTMD8R
Thread Starter
Melting Slicks
20 Year Member
 
Joined: Sep 1999
Posts: 2,305
Likes: 87
From: Richmond, BC, Canada
Default
Pace,
I already have made several changes....
larger sway bars, wider wheels, R888 tires, major alignment.
Reply
0
Old May 28, 2016 | 07:39 AM
Share
  #5  
AUTO_X_AL's Avatar
AUTO_X_AL
Drifting
10 Year Member
 
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 1,729
Likes: 62
From: South Lyon MI
Default
Try the Non-MR Z51 front and rear spring. It'll work with the MR and flatten the car out while reducing dive, pitch and roll.
Reply
0
Old May 28, 2016 | 10:16 PM
Share
  #6  
NTMD8R's Avatar
NTMD8R
Thread Starter
Melting Slicks
20 Year Member
 
Joined: Sep 1999
Posts: 2,305
Likes: 87
From: Richmond, BC, Canada
Default
Al,
I'm having problems trying to ascertain part numbers for the springs.

Can you help please?

MRC Springs
Non-MRC Springs
Reply
0
Old May 29, 2016 | 03:54 PM
Share
  #7  
AUTO_X_AL's Avatar
AUTO_X_AL
Drifting
10 Year Member
 
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 1,729
Likes: 62
From: South Lyon MI
Default
Originally Posted by NTMD8R
Al,
I'm having problems trying to ascertain part numbers for the springs.

Can you help please?

MRC Springs
Non-MRC Springs
Yes, I can get them when I get back to work Tuesday.
Reply
0

Get notified of new replies

To Remove MRC shocks - computer complaints ?

Back to Subforum
C7 Tech/Performance
View Next Unread
Autocross Tires for Z51




Click for Advanced Search
Reply Closed Thread Share
Forum Jump
Trending Topics

All times are GMT -4. The time now is 10:29 PM.

story-0
10 Ugly Corvettes That We Still Kinda Love

Slideshow: 10 ugly Corvettes that we still kinda love.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-03 10:34:17


VIEW MORE
story-1
Top 10 Most Expensive Corvettes Ever Sold on Bring A Trailer

A lot of money has changed hands at the online auction house over the years.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-03 10:21:50


VIEW MORE
story-2
10 Things Every Corvette Owner Needs (2026 Edition)

Slideshow: 10 great gifts Corvette enthusiasts actually want for Father's Day!

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-06-03 15:43:40


VIEW MORE
story-3
8 Most "Only Corvette Owners Understand" Quirks and Problems

Slideshow: These are the quirks, annoyances, and oddly lovable problems that every Corvette owner eventually learns to live with.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-05-28 09:31:39


VIEW MORE
story-4
10 Reasons the C6 Z06 is Still A Performance Benchmark After 20 Years

Slideshow: 10 reasons why the C6 Z06 is still a performance benchmark after 20 years.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-27 17:20:09


VIEW MORE
story-5
How Much Horsepower Every Corvette Engine "LOST" in 1972

Slideshow: How much horsepower every Corvette engine lost in 1972.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-27 16:54:53


VIEW MORE
story-6
Top 10 DOs and DON'Ts for Protecting Your Convertible Top!

Slideshow: How to Protect A Convertible Top: 10 DOs & DON'Ts

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-04-03 00:00:00


VIEW MORE
story-7
Top 10 Most Explosive Corvettes Ever Made: Power-to-Weight Ratio Ranked!

Slideshow: The 10 most explosive Corvettes ever built based on power-to-weight ratio.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-20 07:23:03


VIEW MORE
story-8
150 hp to 1,250 hp: Every Corvette Generation Compared by the Specs That Matter

Slideshow: From C1 to C8 we compare every Corvette generation by the numbers.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-12 16:54:12


VIEW MORE
story-9
8 Coolest Corvette Pace Cars (and Replicas) of All Time

Slideshow: Some Corvette pace cars became collectible legends, while others perfectly captured the look and attitude of their era.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-11 09:50:51


VIEW MORE