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    anyone know c5 spring rates

    The FE-1 springs are rated @439.66lb. front, @576.70lb. rear manual tranny, @588.12lb. rear auto tranny. The FE-3 springs are @525.31lb. front, @633.80lb. manual tranny, and @645.22lb. auto tranny :pat
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    Headlight replacement ....after market...???e

    Best bet is replace the entire lens assembly with the T-84 Euro lens, get a plug & play wiring adaptor and then run higher wattage H-4 bulbs. I am using Piaa 80-100 watt bulbs with a custom harness with relays :v
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    Potential pre-owned C5 owner wonders about superchargers

    A&A Corvettes in Ventura installed an ATI P1SC supercharger with a single front mounted intercooler, laid-down radiator, FLP Level 4 tranny and Z06 3.42 gears for me last week. 477 RWHP :_rock
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    Headlight problem

    The headlight motor running means the aculator gear is stripped. You will need to replace the motor. I had the same problem with the left headlight motor in my 02 vert. The dealer replaced it under warranty.
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    Tire Recommendation, please

    I changed from the run craps to Michelin Pilot Sports on my 2002 convertible. The dry and wet handling is much better and they are much quiter. Non runflats so I carry a small compressor and plug kit. Drove 5,900 miles back to Bowling Green & nashville for the 50th without any problems :pat
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    motor oil

    I use Mobil 1 and change every 5,000 miles. Fluids are a cheap insurance to a healthy long lasting car.:)
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    Wet Weather Handling

    I have never had a problem in the rain. Keep active handling and traction control on to maximize control. I can push it more in wet conditions since I get rid of the run-craps and switched to Pilot Sports.
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    Advice sought for wax

    Zaino Zaino Zaino!!! Great protection and the wet look high gloss show shine.
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    Potential pre-owned C5 owner wonders about superchargers

    The laid down radiator install involves moving the lower radiator mounting brackets forward thus the radiator is in a more horizontal position. This allows you to use the OEM double fans instead of the single fan and air filter supplied with the stock ATI kit. The intake air into the...
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    Potential pre-owned C5 owner wonders about superchargers

    There are currently 3 major players in the C-5 supercharger market. The ATI and Vortech are centrifical units that do not require a hood change. The Magnusen is a modified roots style blower that will require a new hood. I am planning on an ATI P1SC install with a laid down radiator from Andy...
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    Coolant Temp

    I had a similar problem when the car was new. The dealer had to replace my PCM at 965 miles because it was not getting proper temp readings. Would bounce between 190 / overtemp / 220 / 190
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    Headlight Upgrade

    Installing T84 Euro lights with 80/100 watt bulbs will give a significant improvement.
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