CorvetteForum - Chevrolet Corvette Forum Discussion https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/ The largest resource for Corvette news, rumors, and discussion en Tue, 12 May 2026 06:20:30 GMT vBulletin 60 https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/images/misc/rss.jpg CorvetteForum - Chevrolet Corvette Forum Discussion https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/ <![CDATA[2026 - on Locking fuel cap, let's find a solution.]]> https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/c8-stingray-general-discussion/4991285-2026-on-locking-fuel-cap-lets-find-a-solution-new-post.html Tue, 12 May 2026 05:58:14 GMT Rather than just vent our frustrations here, how about we do something?

I looked online, GM does produce locking gas caps for similar capless tanks.

So...
1. Why don't we ask GM if any of those will fit?
2. If not, ask them to make one. After all, the C8 will be around for a couple more years, so there will be a market.
3. Does anyone know if a non GM unit will work?
An internet search brings up a couple of low profile units that look promising from MotoRad and Stant.
I don't want to buy one and then it won't fit.

If nothing else, how about anyone with a late '26 C8 or "27 on order, contact or call the Corvette concierge. Corvetteconcierge@chevrolet.com and ask the question. ]]> C8 Stingray/General Discussion JeBC8 https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/c8-stingray-general-discussion/4991285-2026-on-locking-fuel-cap-lets-find-a-solution.html Bad experience with Trackspec https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/transactions-feedback/4991284-bad-experience-with-trackspec-new-post.html Tue, 12 May 2026 05:51:36 GMT I ordered a radiator from Trackspec and, since I have a track day coming up, chose the fastest shipping from DHL. Three days go by and I finally get a shipping notification from UPS with a slower... I ordered a radiator from Trackspec and, since I have a track day coming up, chose the fastest shipping from DHL. Three days go by and I finally get a shipping notification from UPS with a slower service. I call immediately but they don't answer so I left a message. Later in the day they email me claiming that the shipping option doesn't exist, they'll remove it from the site and refund the difference. I ordered from them specifically because they offered fast shipping and the radiator was in stock. It isn't acceptable to just ignore an order and ship it out anyway. Three days to ship something that's in stock also seems really slow to me, especially considering I chose a fast shipping option.

I had to follow up several times for that refund to be issued too. It should have been issued at the same time the email promising it was sent.

This isn't exactly trackspec's fault, but they didn't ship with DHL like I requested so it sort of is, dealing with customs and UPS was a nightmare that ended up delaying the shipment even further.

The radiator finally arrived and due to poor packaging from trackspec and/or poor handling from UPS the package was damaged. One of the fittings had broken through the boxes. It doesn't appear damaged, luckily.

They told me they would remove the DHL shipping option from their website on April 17 but it's still available today almost a month later.

The radiator's going in tomorrow, and the track day is Thursday. Fingers crossed nothing goes wrong.

It's a shame because they obviously have some quality parts, but this level of service is just unacceptable to me. I was considering buying some of their wheels but I'll be going another route. ]]> Transactions Feedback BC04Z https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/transactions-feedback/4991284-bad-experience-with-trackspec.html GM Social Media contact https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/c8-stingray-general-discussion/4991283-gm-social-media-contact-new-post.html Tue, 12 May 2026 05:24:38 GMT A couple of months ago, someone here posted a direct link to the GM SOCIAL MEDIA staff
(It was said to give your forum name when contacting them).
I asked for a owner's manual for my new '26 and lo and behold, it worked.
So I'd like to reach out to them again on an issue.

]]> C8 Stingray/General Discussion JeBC8 https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/c8-stingray-general-discussion/4991283-gm-social-media-contact.html Vette junky https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/intros/4991280-vette-junky-new-post.html Tue, 12 May 2026 05:20:04 GMT Glad to see I’m not the only vette junky but I’m still not going to them damn meeting but looking forward to getting advice from the pros I hate to say it but when I stopped throwing rocks at girls I... Glad to see I’m not the only vette junky but I’m still not going to them damn meeting but looking forward to getting advice from the pros I hate to say it but when I stopped throwing rocks at girls I found out not to throw rocks at girls but corvettes lots more fun but no money no vette so instead it was pinto that just meant I didn’t get the petty ones now I’m old and still having to feed my craving I need a feel good driver c3 from 1972/1977 four speed only numbers no problem if done right like black or red so sling me a bugger and we’ll see what happens thanks guys ]]> Intros Smartyboy https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/intros/4991280-vette-junky.html Need help 85 corvette fuel pressure very weak https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/c4-general-discussion/4991278-need-help-85-corvette-fuel-pressure-very-weak-new-post.html Tue, 12 May 2026 04:50:18 GMT This is the fuel pressure after 5 min of applying 12v from batter to pin B at the sending unit , so far I’ve replaced fuel pumps with multiple different pumps , regulator, filter, injectors, sending... This is the fuel pressure after 5 min of applying 12v from batter to pin B at the sending unit , so far I’ve replaced fuel pumps with multiple different pumps , regulator, filter, injectors, sending unit , relay and harness? I can hear the pump prime & the relay click loud and clear when turning the key but I only get a squirt out of the sending unit itself less than 1 psi. if I apply 12v long enough eventually it will build to 40psi & hold. the fuel seems to have trouble leaving the sending unit itself if I unplug the feed hose it squirts just a little bit of fuel out the tank. Any ideas? I’m at a loss right now don’t know what to do

]]> C4 General Discussion Hiltsjr42 https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/c4-general-discussion/4991278-need-help-85-corvette-fuel-pressure-very-weak.html FS (For Sale) 2012 3LT Manual Base, 36.5k miles Seattle WA https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/c6-corvettes-for-sale/4991277-2012-3lt-manual-base-36-5k-miles-seattle-wa-new-post.html Tue, 12 May 2026 04:36:13 GMT This was a joint project between my Father and me over the past 6 years, but with his passing the time has come to pass it on to its next owner. 2012 3LT, Manual. Flash Silver Metallic. 36,500mi... This was a joint project between my Father and me over the past 6 years, but with his passing the time has come to pass it on to its next owner.

2012 3LT, Manual. Flash Silver Metallic. 36,500mi (will go up as I'm about to drive it 1250mi from Seattle-->San Diego next week).

This Corvette was delivered at the National Corvette Museum to its first owner. We purchased it from the estate of the most recent prior owner, a 70+ year old man. It has been a Pacific Northwest car its entire life. It was garaged a majority of the time in the 6 years I've owned it (I driveway parked it during Summers).

Options:
-3LT Preferred Equipment Package (Heads up display, Bose, power seats with driver memory, etc)
-Dual Roofs (body color/smoked)
-Dual mode exhaust
-Z51 brake rotors
-Sport seats with two tone leather

Recent maintenance in the past 12 months:
-New Optima Yellow Top AGM battery
-Front/rear OEM pads and rotors in the past 5k
-Coolant flush, PS fluid flush, Brake fluid flush
-AC Delco spark plugs and plug wires
-New hatch struts

Upgrades:
-Bilstein B8 dampers F/R
-OEM Z06 swaybars F/R
-ZR1 replica wheels in black
-Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tires (5k miles)
-Carbotech XP10/XP8 brake pads (not installed--drove them about 50mi on the street before I realized the noise was untenable)
-Skip shift eliminator
-Mild 2 Wild manual exhaust valve switcher
-AEM Dry Flow air filter
-Kenwood Excelon head unit with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
-Back up camera
-Infinity 3.5" door speakers
-Sound deadening installed over rear wheels, hatch area, and in the doors
-Spun aluminum shift ****
-LED interior/exterior lighting (side markers, reverse lights, license plate lights, hatch area lights)

Issues:
-Two wheels have slight curb rash (I'll be fixing this once I get it back to San Diego)
-Power steering hose is slightly wet & requires replacement (same as above)
-Slight wear on driver's seat outer bolster

This is a nicely maintained example that drives very well, has some nice upgrades, and a lot of life left for the next owner to enjoy.

Asking $29,250. Car is currently in Seattle until Sunday, May 17th. Then I'll be road tripping it to San Diego through the next week.









]]> C6 Corvettes for Sale Numbersix https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/c6-corvettes-for-sale/4991277-2012-3lt-manual-base-36-5k-miles-seattle-wa.html Need help 85 corvette fuel pressure very weak https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/c4-tech-performance/4991275-need-help-85-corvette-fuel-pressure-very-weak-new-post.html Tue, 12 May 2026 04:23:35 GMT This is the fuel pressure after 5 min of applying 12v from batter to pin B at the sending unit , so far I’ve replaced fuel pumps with multiple different pumps , regulator, injectors sending unit ,... This is the fuel pressure after 5 min of applying 12v from batter to pin B at the sending unit , so far I’ve replaced fuel pumps with multiple different pumps , regulator, injectors sending unit , relay and harness? I can hear the pump prime & the relay click loud and clear when turning the key but I only get a squirt of fuel less than 1 psi. if I apply 12v long enough eventually it will build to 40psi & hold. Any ideas? I’m at a loss right now don’t know what to do
]]> C4 Tech/Performance Hiltsjr42 https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/c4-tech-performance/4991275-need-help-85-corvette-fuel-pressure-very-weak.html Login problem https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/c7-general-discussion/4991274-login-problem-new-post.html Tue, 12 May 2026 04:18:15 GMT Need some help fr Need some help fr ]]> C7 General Discussion GS4C7’s https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/c7-general-discussion/4991274-login-problem.html C6Z no instrument dash lights or high beams https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/c6-corvette-general-discussion/4991273-c6z-no-instrument-dash-lights-or-high-beams-new-post.html Tue, 12 May 2026 03:35:45 GMT I have no dash lights when my head lights are on. My dash lights only work when my head lights are off. The control for lighting and dimming the dash lights does not work when my head lights are off... I have no dash lights when my head lights are on. My dash lights only work when my head lights are off. The control for lighting and dimming the dash lights does not work when my head lights are off and my dash lights are working. another issue is I have no high beam only low beam. Any ideas on how to solve this issue would be greatly appreciated. I could not find a fuse that was associated with any of the issues. Thanks Mike ]]> C6 Corvette General Discussion mike craig https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/c6-corvette-general-discussion/4991273-c6z-no-instrument-dash-lights-or-high-beams.html <![CDATA[This weekend's Q-Jet Problems]]> https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/c3-tech-performance/4991272-this-weekend-s-q-jet-problems-new-post.html Tue, 12 May 2026 03:24:58 GMT I just finished going through 4 Q-Jets over the weekend, and thought I would list the problems that these 4 "normal" carbs had. Just for your entertainment, here are the problems that 4 carbs had:
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  • Accelerator pump rod installed in incorrect lever arm location
  • Accelerator pump that is not fuel compatible installed in the carb - pump diaphragm swollen and completely seized in the pump bore - accel pump inoperable
  • Choke pulloff bleed calibration hole drilled out, eliminating secondary airvalve control
  • Float needle clip installed sideways, jamming the float
  • Extreme low float level (very lean)
  • Incorrect seals installed on the choke intermediate shaft
  • Idle mixture screws fully backed out, attempting to compensate for a lean condition with no idle air/fuel control
  • Bent linkages, bent throttle lever, and bent throttle shaft
  • Missing fuel inlet fitting
  • Missing vacuum nipples
  • Wrong float installed
  • Broken power piston retaining collar
  • Missing primary rod retaining spring
  • Secondary throttles not closing due to altered throttle linkage, causing fuel to discharge from secondary nozzles at idle – massive rich condition
  • Secondary linkage altered to limit secondary opening to ½ throttle
  • Bent secondary throttle shaft
  • Sloppy secondary throttle shaft bushings, preventing consistent return-to-idle speed after WOT operation
  • Damaged/altered throttle lever, requiring weld repair
  • Bent secondary airvalve shaft
  • Severe damage and erosion of dichromate finish on all components
  • Missing choke cover
  • Secondary airvalve tension spring loose and damaged
  • Corrosion on all steel surfaces
  • Incorrect hardware installed throughout carb
  • Extreme low (lean) APT setting
  • Accelerator pump diaphragm collapsed - accel pump inoperable
  • Incorrect inlet seat installed
  • Undersized jets installed
  • Choke intermediate shaft seals missing
  • Secondary shaft spring disconnected, intentionally disabling secondaries
  • Incorrect choke coil lever installed - choke cannot operate
  • Upper Idle Air Bleeds filled with epoxy, making idle circuit grossly rich
  • Broken secondary metering rod hanger cam
  • Bent & destroyed secondary airvalve spring
  • Bowl idle vent assembled and installed upside-down - inoperable
  • Primary metering jets damaged
  • Grossly misbalanced idle mixtures
  • Plugged fuel filter
  • Defective choke pulloff - spring is too tight, and bleed restrictor has been drilled out making the pulloff inoperable
  • Secondary throttle linkage bent & altered to prevent secondary opening
  • Bent & binding secondary airvalve shaft
  • Defective (bent & altered) secondary airvalve spring
  • Wrong power piston spring installed - spring from ball point pen installed
  • Stripped needle/seat threads in bowl
  • Cracked float bowl
  • Stripped fuel inlet threads in bowl
  • Choke cover housing screws broken off in choke housing
  • Idle air bypass passages plugged with lead plugs
  • Incorrect throttle plate installed with undersized idle air bypass bleeds, causing "fuel dribble" from the main discharge nozzles at idle
  • Idle air bleeds drilled out oversized, producing a non-correctable lean idle mixture
Did you notice that not one of them had a "leaky bowl plug" causing fuel to "drain out of the bowl overnight?" Yet several owners suspected the "leaky bowl plug" problem due to difficult next-day cold starts. Those problems were mostly caused by bad, Chinese-provided accelerator pumps (sold all over eBay, Amazon, and by all the chain store auto parts outlets). Yes, the junk pumps are blue... just because they're blue does not mean they are pump-gas compatible... watch out...

:cheers:
Lars ]]> C3 Tech/Performance lars https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/c3-tech-performance/4991272-this-weekend-s-q-jet-problems.html FS (For Sale) OEM 2011 C6 ZR1 LS9 Supercharger lid with intercooler bricks https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/c6-parts-for-sale-wanted/4991271-oem-2011-c6-zr1-ls9-supercharger-lid-with-intercooler-bricks-new-post.html Tue, 12 May 2026 03:06:26 GMT Off a 2011 ZR1 with 20k miles. No leaks, no issues. Located in Charlotte NC. $1500 shipped to the lower 48 states Image: Image: Image: Image: Image: Off a 2011 ZR1 with 20k miles. No leaks, no issues.

Located in Charlotte NC.

$1500 shipped to the lower 48 states





]]> C6 Parts for Sale/Wanted Racerbox77 https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/c6-parts-for-sale-wanted/4991271-oem-2011-c6-zr1-ls9-supercharger-lid-with-intercooler-bricks.html WTB (Want To Buy) Z06 M7 with Z07 package under 6k miles https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/c7-corvettes-for-sale/4991270-z06-m7-with-z07-package-under-6k-miles-new-post.html Tue, 12 May 2026 02:57:16 GMT Looking for a stock Z06 M7 with Z07 package under 6k miles. The top color is white, but open to other colors. Post or send me a PM if you have a nice Z06. Thanks! Looking for a stock Z06 M7 with Z07 package under 6k miles. The top color is white, but open to other colors. Post or send me a PM if you have a nice Z06. Thanks! ]]> C7 Corvettes for Sale DKM-106 https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/c7-corvettes-for-sale/4991270-z06-m7-with-z07-package-under-6k-miles.html <![CDATA[Half Shaft U-Joints & Lower Shock Mount Questions]]> https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/c3-tech-performance/4991267-half-shaft-u-joints-and-lower-shock-mount-questions-new-post.html Tue, 12 May 2026 02:35:28 GMT I am restoring my drivetrain and rear suspension. I've shipped my differential and trailing arms to Bair's and am waiting for their return.

I started installing these GMB U-Joints (Japanese) from Rock Auto. I have some questions based on the photos below.

1. Do the retaining clips look adequately seated in both photos below?

2. I seated the U-Joints by tapping them in with a hammer followed by pressing them in with a ball joint / u-joint press like . I only installed one on each half shaft and will install the others when I get the trailing arms and differential back from Bair's. The two joints that I have installed are a little bit stiff. I assume they are stiff because I did not perfectly align them when pressing them in. Is this going to cause vibration or other problems? If so, how do I fix them before installing?

3. How does the lower shock mount look in the photos below? Can I reuse it after running the threads through a die or do I need to buy another for $50 plus freight? The other one mushroomed when I was beating it out of the trailing arm after alternately heating it and soaking it in PB Blaster.

Thanks as always.





]]> C3 Tech/Performance Sestino https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/c3-tech-performance/4991267-half-shaft-u-joints-and-lower-shock-mount-questions.html WTB (Want To Buy) 71 #1 body mount and bolt https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/c3-parts-for-sale-wanted/4991265-71-1-body-mount-and-bolt-new-post.html Tue, 12 May 2026 01:50:57 GMT Picked up a 71 and as I’m going over it there is no bolt and body bushing on pass side #1. Any one have one? Not sure what else I’m going find so may need a couple more. I’ll take a used if anyone... Picked up a 71 and as I’m going over it there is no bolt and body bushing on pass side #1. Any one have one? Not sure what else I’m going find so may need a couple more. I’ll take a used if anyone has anything. Not happy😡 ]]> C3 Parts for Sale/Wanted miwitte https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/c3-parts-for-sale-wanted/4991265-71-1-body-mount-and-bolt.html WTB (Want To Buy) WTB 2019 ZO6 M7 convertible https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/c7-corvettes-for-sale/4991263-wtb-2019-zo6-m7-convertible-new-post.html Tue, 12 May 2026 01:46:42 GMT Looking to purchase a 2019 ZO6 M7 convertible. Will entertain all colors except white, prefer 2LZ or 3LZ, ZO7 a plus. Let me know if you have anything. Looking to purchase a 2019 ZO6 M7 convertible. Will entertain all colors except white, prefer 2LZ or 3LZ, ZO7 a plus. Let me know if you have anything.
]]> C7 Corvettes for Sale 427Pilot https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/c7-corvettes-for-sale/4991263-wtb-2019-zo6-m7-convertible.html