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Barry: The method you describe is the way I installed mine. Make sure you use some denatured alcohol or tar remover to clean the painted surface before you put the gasket down.

I installed a Magnaflow X pipe on my 03 at the same time I installed my Stingers. I did the X-Pipe primarily to cut down on popping and burbling at deceleration. The X-Pipe HP gains are minimal. I have seen tests that netted approx 2 rwhp additional gain using the x-pipe with catback exhaust...

ChecyC5ls1: It sounds like you definately need some programming changes to the ECM to compliment all the modifications you have done mechanically. In particular, the cam change may require you to remap your fuel air ratio and timing. You have mentioned a couple of aftermarket tuners. I would...

6 Shooter. Realistically, you are only looking at about 10 - 15 rwhp gains from these mods. A great start but do not expect huge gains. The only real way to tell is to put you car on a dyno. Ideally, you would need to base line it first then add the mods and run it on the dyno to determine...

Bill, The GM Bra comes with the C5 logo embossed on the small cover that slips on the front of the hood. West Coast Corvettes sells the genuine GM bra and sends them out to embroider the C5 logo with colored stitching. This adds a touch of color and looks terrific. You have a couple of...

I think it is all personal preference. I personally think the $25.00 plates look cheap. The bolt on plates cost the most becuase they are bolt on. Also, If you have an aftermarket exhaust, this can present some issues for the bolt on type. The WCC plate gives you billet at a moderate price...

Sounds about right to me albeit maybe a tad bit on the high side; not unreasonable though. If this is from a dealer, you can expect to pay a bit more than if you bought directly from an individual. Any books you look at ie. NADA, Black Book, the dealer is likely working from high retail. I...

Take a look at the exhaust plates offered by West Coast Corvettes. These are the best looking for the money in my opinion. They are made from solid billet aluminum and incorporate the actual Corvette emblems. I have the 50th AE version on mine. Prices run about $170 - $180 as I recall. Like...

You need to do some serious homework on this subject. There are several aftermarket suppliers of forced induction systems for the C5. Lingenfelter Performance Engineering (LPE) has a tremendous reputation with the installation of these systems and I am sure they can give you some advice. As...

Normal. Some have described it as sounding like marbles in a can. I have heard it has something to do with the harmonic resonance from the torque tube. Try giving your car a bit more throttle off the line when engaging the clutch in 1st. The sound should go away. Nothing to fix here.

This car is a conversion done by Advanced Automotive Technologies in MI. You can check out their website at www.aatcars.com. There are other conversions companies out there but this one is the best looking in my opinion. I have seen one up close at this years Corvettes at Carlisle and the...

Sleepie - You will need some clarification on this but I recall purchasing 4 containers of the Red Line D4 Trans Fluid from West Coast Corvettes. I read a post in the Archives about this product on the Corvette Forum. I cannot recall if the containers were quarts or pints. Check your owners...

Sorry, no links. Just go to your local news stand and pickup any of the Corvette magazines. These folks advertise in all of them. I get Corvette Magazine, Vette, and Corvette Fever. Sorry I could not get you any more specifics.

I agree and recommend you change the fluid and go with a high quality synthetic. I just put the Red Line D4 trans fluid into mine. I have low mileage on my car but wanted to put the syn in to avoid any problems down the road. I understand the synthetic has some properties to better prevent...

I agree with some of this post but recommend the bra for occasional use on long trips. As long as you keep your car clean and waxed before you put the bra on, you should not have any issues. I do not recommend the bra for everday use unless you plan to clean it regularly and allow it to dry...

It is quite common for the C5 headlight motors to stop functioning due to a stripped nylon drive gear housed in the motor. There are aftermarket brass gears to correct this problem. I understand the install is not that difficult. Check to make sure there is nothing interferring with the up...

Hib: Thanks for addressing my points in your response. I take no offense in what you have written. These types of discussions are healthly and I hope the forum users can benefit for our discussion. My comment on the warranty was a bit premature. I do understand that most manufacturers will...

I respectfully disagree with some of the information given here. Here are some points I would like to make. Take them for what they are worth. 1. In my opinion, changing the oil before the oil life monitor reads 0 is not a bad thing. Changing the oil more frequently is cheap insurance in my...

My vote is for Zaino. I know you will get a thousand different opinions. I am an avid Meguiars user and have used the NXT. Produces a great shine but my only complaint is that it does not last long. Zaino will stay on for 6 months. Try the Z2 and Z5 with ZFX. You will not be sorry.

Sen - Two recommendations. Koons Tysons Chevy in Tysons Corner VA. They have a top Vette Tech there named Joe Malo. Over 15 years experience and tremendous reputation. Koons sponsors the Northern VA Corvette Club and they hold their meetings there. Just had mine serviced there, no problems...