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Old Apr 14, 2022 | 04:31 PM
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Greetings Ladies and Gentlemen,

Just wanted to hop on here and introduce myself and my Vette. Roxanne 98 Torch Red Coupe 78k (bought her with 64k) with a few modifications Kooks LT 1 7/8 , Kooks Catted X pipe , Borla Catback , SLP loudmouth intake, Taylor Racing Wires, MGW Short shifter, LG Tunnel Plate,Johnny O’Connel Sways, And Z06 wheels. Happy to be here and definitely want to learn more and help others.

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Welcome and that’s one nice looking C5 you have.
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Thank you my man really enjoy her just don’t have the capitol or tools to cam her but I’m working on it.

QUOTE=Vetteman Jack;1605003293]Welcome and that’s one nice looking C5 you have.[/QUOTE]
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Welcome to the Forum and congratulations on your nice C5!
Lot of great members and helpful info in the C5 sections at https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...s-1997-2004-2/.
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Welcome. My first Corvette was a C5 as well.
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