Z06 Transmission case problems?
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Z06 Transmission case problems?
I read somewhere that there is an issue with some Z06 transmission cases cracking, probably from the vibration from FPC. Here is a video that appears to address that issue:
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Apr 27, 2022, 02:04 PM
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I have not seen a single 2023 Corvette Z06 or Z07 in for a warantee issue at any dealer yet.
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I think the car has been perfect so far...
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I think the car has been perfect so far...
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I’m a little skeptical here. They’ve been testing these cars for years. Now here at the last minute they have a major issue on their hands. That issue is conveniently only known about by one person outside of GM.
I guess lol
I guess lol
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I haven't seen any reports of the Z06 transmission failing. Stingray, yes for other unrelated reasons. Unless someone can back this up with a source, I don't see how the video can just dive into "the reason why the z06 transmissions are failing is..."
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Yeah, I agree but just can't remember where I read that. I am not a troll. I've been here over 20 years.
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I also have on good authority that not ONE owner of a new Z06/Z07 car has yet to fill his or her or (______)'s gas tank yet. And i have put about the same average miles on mine as everyone else has.
While the Tesla is not yet stopping at gas stations it appears no cutomer car has yet come in for a fillup. I think this could be news.
I have not filled mine since I put the deposit down and that was in early 2021!
A remarkable car.
While the Tesla is not yet stopping at gas stations it appears no cutomer car has yet come in for a fillup. I think this could be news.
I have not filled mine since I put the deposit down and that was in early 2021!
A remarkable car.
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Burning Brakes
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How does he have any information on a possible failure. There is no way he can substantiate that. He is a youtube wannabe and an engineering student drop out that thinks he’s the smartest guy in the room.
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Considering that the C8Z is rumored to be equipped with something akin to magnetorheological shocks for the engine mounts, GM seems astutely aware of the inherent issues and potential drawbacks that the vibrations could cause. I think it would be absolutely ingenious of them to introduce something like that to address this, assuming it works and is up to the task. To that end, the absorption of engine vibrations should reduce must of the stress seen by the transmission. How that translates to the transfer case specifically will be seen after these cars are on the road. Owners of these cars are known to not leave well enough alone so, it's only a matter of time until they are put to the test.
I suspect, however, that no one will be able to give you realistic feedback on this until there are consumer-available versions prowling the streets.
I suspect, however, that no one will be able to give you realistic feedback on this until there are consumer-available versions prowling the streets.
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Originally Posted by international blue;[url=tel:1605059963
1605059963[/url]]I also have on good authority that not ONE owner of a new Z06/Z07 car has yet to fill his or her or (______)'s gas tank yet. And i have put about the same average miles on mine as everyone else has.
While the Tesla is not yet stopping at gas stations it appears no cutomer car has yet come in for a fillup. I think this could be news.
I have not filled mine since I put the deposit down and that was in early 2021!
A remarkable car.
While the Tesla is not yet stopping at gas stations it appears no cutomer car has yet come in for a fillup. I think this could be news.
I have not filled mine since I put the deposit down and that was in early 2021!
A remarkable car.
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Not true. My 2023 Z06 has already been in the shop 3 times for various issues, not the least of which was coming FROM the factory with NO blinker fluid. Not to mention the sticking #7 Fetzer valve...
GM sucks.
Not true. My 2023 Z06 has already been in the shop 3 times for various issues, not the least of which was coming FROM the factory with NO blinker fluid. Not to mention the sticking #7 Fetzer valve...
GM sucks.
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