New C6 Owner from Webster, TX
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New C6 Owner from Webster, TX
Howdy guys. Just acquired a low mileage, but heavily modded 2008 C6 the other day and have been enjoying it quite a bit so far. I test drove this car and fell in love with how it looked, performed, and sounded, but am a bit new at some of the modifications.
I'll do my best to list the mods that I know about, but would appreciate any feedback as far as things to reasonably expect: mileage, power, temperature, street driving, racing. Sorry in advance for the barage of questions.
29,000 miles
Corsa Exhaust System (not sure which version yet)
Kook's Long Tube Headers and High Flow Cats
2500 rpm stall converter
K&N CAI
Some kind of Cam (no way to know without gutting the engine?)
Another question I have regards the warranty. The dealer offered me an extended warranty option which I took, but after the fact I'm wondering if that was a good idea since I'm not sure if the above mods completely void my warranty.
I know stock C6 vettes can get pretty reasonable gas mileage, but with all of the above on mine, how big of a hit should I expect on my own mileage? I played around a lot this first tank of gas and only saw 16 mpg with some time spent in traffic, some on the highway, and some gunning it up the street.
How hot should I expect the engine compartment to get under normal operation and also when playing around some?
Glad to join in on the fun finally. Appreciate any insight.
-Jeff
I'll do my best to list the mods that I know about, but would appreciate any feedback as far as things to reasonably expect: mileage, power, temperature, street driving, racing. Sorry in advance for the barage of questions.
29,000 miles
Corsa Exhaust System (not sure which version yet)
Kook's Long Tube Headers and High Flow Cats
2500 rpm stall converter
K&N CAI
Some kind of Cam (no way to know without gutting the engine?)
Another question I have regards the warranty. The dealer offered me an extended warranty option which I took, but after the fact I'm wondering if that was a good idea since I'm not sure if the above mods completely void my warranty.
I know stock C6 vettes can get pretty reasonable gas mileage, but with all of the above on mine, how big of a hit should I expect on my own mileage? I played around a lot this first tank of gas and only saw 16 mpg with some time spent in traffic, some on the highway, and some gunning it up the street.
How hot should I expect the engine compartment to get under normal operation and also when playing around some?
Glad to join in on the fun finally. Appreciate any insight.
-Jeff
Last edited by Cromagnum; Jul 12, 2011 at 12:00 AM. Reason: Added a photo
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Welcome aboard and congrats on your Corvette.
Ask your questions in the C6 General Section where you will get the most responses.
Ask your questions in the C6 General Section where you will get the most responses.
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Check out the Southwest Forum. Rumor has it it's pretty much ruled by Texas members. 
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