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Old May 9, 2026 | 04:27 PM
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Default Frunk removed for track weight - car says trunk not closed now?

2025 stingray, I posted in tech as well, but figured I might find a answer here. Is there a way to make this work?
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2025 stingray, I posted in tech as well, but figured I might find a answer here. Is there a way to make this work?
i’d have to wonder how much weight you’re saving versus the loss of aerodynamics.
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Sorry, the frunk tub, not the hood
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Originally Posted by DMS1970
Sorry, the frunk tub, not the hood
Do you still have the charging port / emergency exit button plugged in that is in the RF of the frunk area? I heard it causes issues if you leave it unplugged in.
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So what is weight savings of frunk tub delete? ~20lbs????
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Yeas, the frunk and trim can shave around 20lbs.

short answer is, without the frunk plugged in the car doesn’t function correctly and the antenna wire for keyless start is in the frunk as well. I put it back in and the car is fine.
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Originally Posted by DMS1970
Yeas, the frunk and trim can shave around 20lbs.

short answer is, without the frunk plugged in the car doesn’t function correctly and the antenna wire for keyless start is in the frunk as well. I put it back in and the car is fine.
too bad it didn't work out 20 pounds is a lot to shave off for racing , free horsepower
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Lithium battery will save you 25lbs no codes
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