You forgot the most important DO NOT DO ! Number 7 DO NOT allow you wife to drive when you have a front spoiler!!!! I am still recovering 😮💨
@midlifecrisis1979
Жыл бұрын
Lol. I love it, but I won't tell it to my wife.
@heatherfitzgerald9244
Жыл бұрын
Absolutely agree. No wife driving the Vette ever!
@midlifecrisis1979
Жыл бұрын
Lol
@menotyou5380
Жыл бұрын
Or, just do like my hubby. He didn't want me driving his Vette. So, he bought me my own. 😂😂😂😂
@midlifecrisis1979
Жыл бұрын
That is a keeper. Enjoy the Vette and each other.
@robmccance
Жыл бұрын
I admit, I just read your list in the description, but I agree with all! (saved myself 10 mins) (20 sec read) I'm gonna asssume the video is good, so good job man!
@midlifecrisis1979
Жыл бұрын
Lol, thank you.
@ralphlauren7903
Жыл бұрын
Not sure why your lights are so dim. Mine are bright as hell and they are the stock. Mine is a 2009 coupe 3lt with the npp pipes. Lights are excellent on it. Thanks for the link for the pucks
@midlifecrisis1979
Жыл бұрын
I hear a lot of guys have complaints about the headlights. I do have poor eye sight, so that might play a part in it. My pleasure with the link.
@ralphlauren7903
Жыл бұрын
@@midlifecrisis1979 alot of people have also gotten used to the lights on vehicles now that are way too bright amd actually blind people going the opposite direction too. So i guess it depends on the individual. For 2009 id say they are up to par with headlights that were in the 2015 range. Not the best. Not poor but very good for the year that they come from. My other vehicle is an 16 escalade with the diamond lights in the housing. Those light up the entire roadway in front of you. So coming from that to jumping in my first c6 i was actually impressed by how much light the corvette had for the age of the vehicle. My only thing i dont like about the c6 is the interior in some spots. I think they could have did more to the interior than they did. Also adding an aux port on the oem touch screen would have been nice. By the way i have a link to a harness to install a aux port to the original deck. There are not cutting wires or nothing. Its plug and play. Let me know if you need it
@midlifecrisis1979
Жыл бұрын
Thank you, but I am going to change the radio to a Sony and add a backup camera. I will be adding a USB port and hiding it. I like to use a thumb drive with all my music so I don't have to hear commercials.
@billmcmeekin7909
Жыл бұрын
T-hooks is what he's talking about. I use them for tieing down my Z in our enclosed trailer. Tow trucks use them to winch your vette into tow bed :-)
@octoman_games
Жыл бұрын
It's NOT a midlife crisis; it's just that we got our shit together later in life and we getting ALL the stuff we always wanted lol
@midlifecrisis1979
Жыл бұрын
I like that
@Teramydog
Жыл бұрын
@@midlifecrisis1979 its true lol
@FredFlintstone21
Жыл бұрын
"All the stuff we always wanted" ha ha that list never ends!
@gotmylk
Жыл бұрын
If buying a corvette is a midlife crises car I'm dying in two years at 50. I bought my first C5 brand new at 25 in Y2K. I still have it and picked up and flipped two others along the way. The C5 and C6 (or any Corvette for that matter) are midlife crises cars if you wait until your 40's to buy one. Life's too short to buy and enjoy your sports cars when you're already putting on the back 9. If you're still waiting and debating stop. Pull the trigger and enjoy one as soon as you can..
@dennisvalerioti1797
Жыл бұрын
Dam right
@lukeciarallo5419
Жыл бұрын
You need that front apron to deflect air towards the radiator or it will overheat
@midlifecrisis1979
Жыл бұрын
Exactly. That is why I said make sure you keep it on and not remove it. Enjoy the videos and hit the subscribe button. Thanks for watching.
@gotmylk
Жыл бұрын
100% correct on the above. The center front air dam is exponentially more critical than the side pieces. Under normal and spirited road driving scenarios additional cooling for the brakes is not necessary. However, remove that center air dam and watch your engine temps skyrocket due to the missing deflector not feeding air to the bottom fed radiator..
@tomd6103
Жыл бұрын
Well done and thank you. I bought my first C6 a year ago, and the more I know, the better I like it!
@midlifecrisis1979
Жыл бұрын
Glad you are enjoying it. Check out the 6 mods to do and in order.
@chrisbrown5164
Жыл бұрын
3 latches on the targa top bud. Two up front one in the middle in the back.
@midlifecrisis1979
Жыл бұрын
Yes sir. I have that in the description of the video. Thank you.
@thomassayers3212
Жыл бұрын
My headlight light up very well. You just need a later year with HID headlights
@midlifecrisis1979
Жыл бұрын
Mine has HID. The issue is I am old and can't see well at night. I need headlights that are bright like the Escalade or Acura suv.
@thomassayers3212
Жыл бұрын
@@midlifecrisis1979 there are some aftermarket options out there that are full LED but they can be hard to replace due to the way the front bumper is constructed
@C6whatever
Жыл бұрын
The Targa top has 3 latches. 2 front and 1 back.
@midlifecrisis1979
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for pointing it out. I will add that to my description so others see it too.
@C6whatever
Жыл бұрын
@@midlifecrisis1979 you are so welcome.
@Teramydog
Жыл бұрын
so dramatic
@midlifecrisis1979
Жыл бұрын
I try
@Jaygastelum-qv1ek
Жыл бұрын
Hello, I have a 2007 same color convertible that i recently purchased. The fabric top has a few stains and was wondering what you would recommend that I use to clean the top safely? Thanks jay ABQ, NM
@midlifecrisis1979
Жыл бұрын
There is a special fabric cleaner you can buy in most automotive stores. Not sure what is out in your area. We got Autozone. Just go and check their cleaning section and you should fine something suitable. Make sure to test it on a section not easily seen just to be safe. I have not had to clean that yet.
@stevenjacobs6934
Жыл бұрын
#7) be prepared to open your wallet after your initial purchase! C6s are high maintenance vehicles. These vehicles require a lot of attention as they are riddled with electrical and mechanical gremlins that love to show up at the worst possible moments!
@midlifecrisis1979
Жыл бұрын
Lol, thanks for the heads up. Where were you when I was deciding to buy 1? Well, too late for most of us. Once you buy it, you love it.
@robarnt6
Жыл бұрын
I sprayed Electronics Cleaner on all the connectors on the body control module (under passenger-side floor plate) and reseated them. This seemed to help.
@gotmylk
Жыл бұрын
90% of electrical gremlins in the C5 and C6 stem from corrossion on the ground connectors. Maintain your car, keep your grounds clean and use dialectic grease. Park your car in a garage or covered car port not outside to battle the elements and your C5 or C6 will remain tip top. Unless of course you bought the only ratted out one you could afford. If so clean grounds and maintain the car batter than the previous owners did.
@justsaynomoregopever8220
Жыл бұрын
Not true.
@jaystone766
4 ай бұрын
I want to witness welding a brake pad to a rotor. Excessive heat is bad. Welding pads to rotors? ...impossible
@midlifecrisis1979
4 ай бұрын
Technically, it is not impossible. Feel free to inquire at a bigger race track where cars can get up to very high speeds. Also, read the book or watch the movie Ford vs. Ferrari. Shelby had that very issue prepping the GT for LeMans.
@wildazme2006
3 ай бұрын
So 2 things, number one the jacking pucks clip in and can pry out with a flat head screw driver. Second, the radiator support wheels, yes, you drill a hole, but then you slide a solid steel bolt in that hole, filling the void so ne real weaking occurs.
@midlifecrisis1979
3 ай бұрын
My dad worked as a frame machine technician for 5 decades before he passed away and my hunting buddy is a certified automotive technician on all major high end vehicles. They both told me to not make a hole in the radiator support. I'll take their word and you can do as you wish. The pucks thing, thank you for the extra insight. I appreciate it. Thank you for watching and hopefully you liked the video.
@jamesbaysinger9780
5 ай бұрын
I did number 1 and 2, #3 my radiator support ripped out of the frame so a fabbed one up that is higher up, #4 never did that, #5 I’m always careful with my latches, #6 took apart console once to wire my nitrous
@midlifecrisis1979
5 ай бұрын
Lol, the video is 6 mods to NOT do on your car. You did them? Lol, awesome. Live by your own rules. You do you man. 👍
@tho464
Жыл бұрын
Number 7. Don’t put a crappy aftermarket exhaust on that sounds like a popcorn popper.
@midlifecrisis1979
Жыл бұрын
Lol, I like that. Good one.
@mikeanton7132
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the good advice. I have the same C6 as yours. 2007 convertible Monterey Red with tan top and cashmere interior. I love the car even though it has had some issues. Had to replace the automatic shifter (stuck in park), the shift cable broke, the driver side window regulator broke, the transmission control module went out and the harmonic balancer had to be replaced. Through all that I still love the car.
@midlifecrisis1979
Жыл бұрын
Enjoy it. Have fun. You only live once.
@Bill-r5d
3 ай бұрын
Man ,that orange 8’ latter is scaring me to death . Too many things can happen in that garage that could damage that gorgeous Vette . With total respect Bill .
@midlifecrisis1979
3 ай бұрын
It's all good. That latter has been bumped and nothing happens. Been up for 6 years. I use to keep my truck in that spot before the corvette and nothing happens.
@darrylsjodin7184
6 ай бұрын
😂 or you could buy a C5 and not have exposed headlights!
@midlifecrisis1979
6 ай бұрын
Lol, I like your thinking.
@joewest826
11 ай бұрын
News flash. My 2011 Grand Sport Targa top has three latches not two.
@midlifecrisis1979
11 ай бұрын
Yes, all targa tops have 3 latches. It was an error in the video, but I corrected it in the video description for everyone to see. Thank you and enjoy.
@yesh3279
Жыл бұрын
Nice Car, Bud, got one just like it! I agree with another Comment, this isn’t a “Midlife Crisis”. You work hard, look after sh*t, don’t be (Too) stupid and guess what? on day YOU walk into a Dealership and say “ Do me!” Good advice all around!
@midlifecrisis1979
Жыл бұрын
Lol. I'm like a big kid. My wife would agree.
@z512345
Жыл бұрын
Good thinking!
@midlifecrisis1979
Жыл бұрын
Thank you. I appreciate you taking the time to watch and comment.
@mkernen
Жыл бұрын
I think about this video every time I put up the top and crank that front latch! Thanks for making me OCD about this!!
@midlifecrisis1979
Жыл бұрын
Lol, sorry. Glad it helps you not break your top.
@phillipgarrow2297
Жыл бұрын
GM dealership need to watch this video I took my C7 to a GM dealership for oil change I handed them the lifting pucks and explained to then how they worked they still couldn't figure it out they had to wait until there aliment pit was free to change my oil
@midlifecrisis1979
Жыл бұрын
Lol. Sorry to laugh, but they are so dumb they are funny. Feel free to share the video.
@tho464
Жыл бұрын
Number 5 is not a modification but rather a notice to take your ADD medication so you don’t forget what you are doing when putting your top up.
@midlifecrisis1979
Жыл бұрын
True. Just remember, we get old and forget things. Now, where did I put my keys?
@tho464
Жыл бұрын
@@midlifecrisis1979 so true. My C6 is exactly like yours but a hardtop. Bought it 2 months ago and living the dream. 😎
@buzzedalldrink9131
Жыл бұрын
I have the same car. Although the manual does not mention it, Put the convertible top latch handle back in its latched position before putting the convertible top down . Do not leave it hanging down! Even though there is enough room under the cover The handle can get broken when the convertible top is stowed, if left hanging down
@midlifecrisis1979
Жыл бұрын
Yeah, better lock it down and not risk breaking it. I have broken so many things, I'm just tired of fixing everything. It gets tiresome and expensive quickly.
@buzzedalldrink9131
Жыл бұрын
@@midlifecrisis1979 someone told me about that I thought I would pass it along. I had a Camaro convertible before the Corvette, and it just became a habit to put the handle back in the correct position before putting the top down. Hope this helps somebody.
@midlifecrisis1979
Жыл бұрын
Me too. Thank you for sharing.
@buzzedalldrink9131
Жыл бұрын
@@midlifecrisis1979 thank you for the video I am your newest subscriber👍
@92nredrappini84
Жыл бұрын
Three latches on a C-6 roof panel not two.
@midlifecrisis1979
Жыл бұрын
Yes, I corrected that statement in the description of the video. Thank you.
@DS11GS6spdCPE
2 ай бұрын
There are a total of 3 latches on a removable targa roof car. Two in the front and one in the middle rear of the roof panel.
@midlifecrisis1979
2 ай бұрын
Yes, it was already discussed and I made a notation in the description about the latches. Thank you
@DS11GS6spdCPE
2 ай бұрын
My fault, didn’t see that. Good video though.
@midlifecrisis1979
2 ай бұрын
No worries. Thank you for watching my video
@justsaynomoregopever8220
Жыл бұрын
My headlights work great.
@midlifecrisis1979
Жыл бұрын
That is great. I'm a bit blind and just think I need more. Wish I had better eye sight. I also wish I was thinner, but that isn't happening either. Lol
@danziger69
Жыл бұрын
I'm in the minority and actually like the look of the C6 headlights.
@midlifecrisis1979
Жыл бұрын
That's cool. Be proud. I don't dislike them, I just like others more.
@danziger69
Жыл бұрын
@@midlifecrisis1979 The C7 style headlight conversions are growing on me.
@midlifecrisis1979
Жыл бұрын
Check out the GTR C8 style headlights for the C6. Matches the fender shape with the daytime running lights.
@danziger69
Жыл бұрын
@@midlifecrisis1979 Will do. Thanks for the heads up!
@ricmorpheus2025
Жыл бұрын
Hello.If you live in an area wih bumy and full of holes streets/roads, lots of speed brakers and etc: in that situation a person must forget to own a c5 or c6 because of the short ground clearance, and the front air damp apron, right?
@midlifecrisis1979
Жыл бұрын
That is personal preference. If you really want it, then you learn the roads to avoid or drive really slow.
@snake5838
Жыл бұрын
Great advice, and issues not usually mentioned.
@midlifecrisis1979
Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it. I try to be helpful.
@victorjohnson2093
Жыл бұрын
Great Video Thanks 😊
@midlifecrisis1979
Жыл бұрын
My pleasure
@studmuffin8859
Жыл бұрын
Dude! Please tell me how big you are and if you do or don't fit comfortably in that C6. I am 6'3'', 275 lbs.(and 75 years old) and would love a C6 because I can afford one but do not even look at them in the flesh for fear I will be embarrassed if I can't get inside one. Thanks man!
@midlifecrisis1979
Жыл бұрын
I am 5'9" and 296lbs. Getting in and out is not fun, but does get easier after a few times. Just remember when getting in: right foot, then butt, watch your head (duck), and then left foot. Once in the car, it is very comfortable. I am very comfortable, but with a winter jacket I feel weird. With a light jacket, hoodie, or just a shirt, I am comfortable. Give it a try once. I know getting into a convertible with the top down wouldn't be an issue for you. Just remember that you will have to drive reclined back a bit in order to see out the windshield due to the sloping angle and how tall you are. Targa top and hard top might be ok. Convertible top up sucks for even me getting in at only 5'9".
@studmuffin8859
Жыл бұрын
@@midlifecrisis1979 Thank you!
@gotmylk
Жыл бұрын
I'm 6'3 275 lbs as well. With broad shoulders and wide back. I've owned 3 C5s and one since new in Y2k. The C5 and C6 have similar seat room. The C5 has a half inch more hip room (54.2" vs. 53.7") and only 1/10 of an inch more shoulder room (55.3" vs. 55.2"). The C6 has 3/10 of an inch more leg room at 43.1" vs. 42.7" vs. the C5. I fit just fine and have done many 6 hour road trips comfortably in the C5. At the track with my helmet on its not great with my helmet hitting the roof panel. But the lexon top vs. the body matched lined roof gives some extra wiggle room for the helmet. The C6 is slightly tighter for a big bodied person. But I fit just fine in them as well. I've not driven a C6 with a helmet on. So can't comment on that..
@darrylsjodin7184
6 ай бұрын
@@midlifecrisis1979I’m 64, 5’ 10”, 189 lbs. Getting in, I stand sideways, hold onto the seat and door, lower my butt onto the seat and swing my legs in. That way I do it slowly so I don’t plop down hard and pull the stitches out of the leather.
@estebanu9349
Жыл бұрын
Great Video!! keep Up the good Work 👍
@midlifecrisis1979
Жыл бұрын
Thank you. I appreciate you.
@davidr6865
Жыл бұрын
Gotta get the plastic elite engineering frame protectors. They avoid all that. They’re cheap too
@midlifecrisis1979
Жыл бұрын
You mean these? Elite Engineering Rocker Panel Rails and Mtg Screws - UHMW Rocker Panel Kit Compatible with Chevrolet Corvette C5 /C6 - Black - Pack of 2 a.co/d/5vgG5ZW Thank you. I will add them in the description to give people options
@davidr6865
Жыл бұрын
@@midlifecrisis1979 yes sir!
@midlifecrisis1979
Жыл бұрын
Thank you. I added that link to the description for everyone to use. Thank you for the tip.
@billyruben116
Жыл бұрын
Great info
@midlifecrisis1979
Жыл бұрын
Thank you
@petelanzone484
Жыл бұрын
LOL I didn't think tinting headlights to be darker was legal.
@midlifecrisis1979
Жыл бұрын
Straight pipe exhaust is not legal either, but people do it anyways. I have seen tinted windshields. So nothing surprises me.
@richardmorris6365
Жыл бұрын
Me either but I've done it before yrs ago.
@richardmorris6365
Жыл бұрын
@Midlife Crisis I live in Florida, we haven't had inspections for 20 odd yrs. I see lifted trucks w/ tires sticking out all over the place,limo tint on my windows too. For the most part ,unless you're driving through a sketchy neighborhood @ nite they have more important things to do..
@caddymac6917
Жыл бұрын
Good content question, do c6's have remote start on the automatics
@midlifecrisis1979
Жыл бұрын
No they do not, but you can have it added. I personally suggest the Viper remote start. It is the best with distance and reliability. Plus it confirms back to you on the remote that the car started.
@caddymac6917
Жыл бұрын
@@midlifecrisis1979 thank you
@tionicho
Жыл бұрын
thanks Leo!
@midlifecrisis1979
Жыл бұрын
My pleasure!
@BrisLS1
Жыл бұрын
The short throw shifter mod seems like fixing something that is not broken on the C6. Yes, the C5 had a bit of a long throw, and you should have seen my 2000 Camaro. Total school bus shifting there. The Hurst shifter in the Camaro was a total game changer. Best engineered product I have ever seen. In the C5's we all went with just putting in a C6 shifter, GM product. All that said, I would stay away from it. It could void your warrantee, and like I said, the C6 shifter IS a short throw. Just like the exhaust IS a performance exhaust made out of the finest steel with flaps that open at the right times. People never learn, even changing the exhaust on the C8. More fixes for non-broken things. I do run a ZR-1 air filter in my C6Z, just because it's paper, cost the same so it's not really a mod. Bigger wheels and tires so the car is actually drivable. Oh, and a catch can, because why we are made to breath oil into our intakes, I will never understand. Thanks.
@midlifecrisis1979
Жыл бұрын
Yes, but the automatic transmission shifter knob replacement option is known to be very limited for the C6 corvette. So I made a video on how to use an inexpensive push button shift knob on the C6. I did that because the original knob failed me and I broke the shift assembly.
@ncdozer3103
Жыл бұрын
The c8 sounds wimpy stock, needs an exhaust. The zo6 on the other hand sounds amazing, don’t know why the regular c8 didn’t get an exhaust like thay
@gmailcgs
Жыл бұрын
@@ncdozer3103 the c8 z06 sounds wimpy Like a one Liter class motorbike. Theres way better examples of straight piped MANLY sounding V8s, see NHRA or nascar
@SFLAOMFS
Жыл бұрын
I have a 2011 GS coupe. MGW short shifter was a must-do for accurate pleasurable shifting. The GM shifter was sloppy!
@clydeyoung835
Жыл бұрын
I agree GM shifter, very sloppy !
@synthWizkid
Жыл бұрын
Basic af
@midlifecrisis1979
Жыл бұрын
Perhaps, but sometimes people need to just be reminded of what is not a good idea.
@bobbybenn8275
9 ай бұрын
Thanks sir for the video. These are the same pucks I bought from Amazon. I only had my c6 for 3 months. Enjoying it
@midlifecrisis1979
8 ай бұрын
That's fantastic. Enjoy the car and the videos.
@jefflawson7468
Жыл бұрын
👍👍👍
@midlifecrisis1979
Жыл бұрын
Thank you
@BlaqViper
6 ай бұрын
Which all season Michelin All Seasons would you recommend for the C6 in the Mid Atlantic?
@darrylsjodin7184
6 ай бұрын
They’re not Michelins, but I love my Continental Extreme Contact Sport tires on my C5Z!
@midlifecrisis1979
6 ай бұрын
I run Michelin Pilot Sport. Not all seasons.
@Motorsportsgeek
Жыл бұрын
foam strips and some hockey tape in key areas can make the interior very quiet
@midlifecrisis1979
Жыл бұрын
I never heard of that trick.
@paulsmith4118
Жыл бұрын
I cant believe you would have a ladder that close to your car. How dare you!
@midlifecrisis1979
Жыл бұрын
I'm not worried about the ladder. It is very secure. I put it there, so I know it won't fall. And no one will touch it, so it is safe.
@choward874
6 ай бұрын
I went through my first midlife crisis at 18 with my very first Corvette! An 87. My first love
@midlifecrisis1979
6 ай бұрын
Wow, at 18? Pretty lucky man.
@choward874
6 ай бұрын
@@midlifecrisis1979 no it wasn't lucky at all. It was blood money I paid for the car with! I died in a car accident was ejected from a car at 12 years old in the middle of a field! Had a punctured lung torn diaphragm all my lower intestines were wrapped around my chest cavity and around my heart. We sued their insurance company that's how I got the money. Was in ICU for almost a month. The money I got wasn't near worth what I went through. Only by the grace of God I'm still here. The doctor himself said that doesn't understand how I made it through that.
@ronhorness2224
5 ай бұрын
Great Video! Thanks
@midlifecrisis1979
5 ай бұрын
Glad you liked it!
@bobbybenn8275
9 ай бұрын
The guy I purchased my 07 c6 from had the harmonic balancer and shift cable replaced along with a new set of michelins and brakes. My question is, what is the life of the balancer and cable. I'm not a hot rodder, I drive sensible and maybe twice a month. Tkx
@midlifecrisis1979
8 ай бұрын
Balancer would be life-long. Shift cable would be 150k miles or more. If you treat things right, they last long
@midlifecrisis1979
8 ай бұрын
Time is the enemy, not miles on the cable. If it sits, it rots. The balancer should be good for over 100k miles easy since it is pinned and new. Enjoy.
@bobbybenn8275
8 ай бұрын
@@midlifecrisis1979 thanks a million. No it's not going to just sit, even though it's garage kept. I didn't buy to just look at it, plus, I know how to treat a lady. Lol happy new year
@sonno3
8 ай бұрын
#5, The Targa top has 3 latches.... two in the front and one in the back. Nice video. One question, what is that *bucktooth* looking thing on the front? Lol
@midlifecrisis1979
8 ай бұрын
My description of the video had been updated to 3 latches already and the buck tooth thing is a license plate holder per MA law. Lol, enjoy
@sonno3
8 ай бұрын
@@midlifecrisis1979 Lol... I knew that was your front plate. We have the same requirement here in Maine, but mine *mysteriously* falls off after my yearly inspection.
@midlifecrisis1979
8 ай бұрын
Lol, awesome
@vthomas2313
Жыл бұрын
Could you please do a few Videos on YOUR Super Charger.
@midlifecrisis1979
Жыл бұрын
I will see when I get a chance to o the video. Is there anything in particular you are looking for in the video so I make sure to cover that topic?
@vthomas2313
Жыл бұрын
@@midlifecrisis1979 ANYTHING Associated with the install, cost and performance AFTER the install would be great. Thanks
@BlaqViper
6 ай бұрын
Great Info!!
@midlifecrisis1979
6 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@mkernen
Жыл бұрын
Hi Leo, I've measured my alternator output with a high accuracy voltmeter and see about 14.5V-14.7V at idle. My volt meter in the cluster reads exactly 1V higher; both the guage and the DIC reading. Any idea how to calibrate them? 14.5V is fine, so I don't worry that I have a charging system issue, but I would really like to have an accurate DIC and gauge reading especially since the car sits a lot.. I look at the volts every time I start the car and it drives me crazy that it's incorrect. BTW: thanks for this video. I agree with everything you point out. One more "don't do" tip: If your hood or trunk lid doesn't shut all the way when you close it or only latches on one side, DON"T push on it! Re-open it and try again. Fiberglass is flexible, but you don't want to stress or over flex it, and possibly crack it, or crack the paint. Also, yeah, rad supports are not meant for wheels which have to support a bunch of weight and or impact!
@midlifecrisis1979
Жыл бұрын
Mike, I have used so many different brands of volt meters on cars, motorcycles, boats, and houses. Each brand of volt meter tends to vary just a little. If a friend has a different volt meter brand, try it. You might be surprised. I have measured the same battery with a cheap meter and a medium priced meter. I got a bit of a different reading. I think this is the same situation. There is no recalibration you can do on stock gauges on your car without a special code reader/programming tool that mechanics might have. Not all mechanics would even have that tool because it is thousands of dollars. I think my buddy paid $20k for his, but he owned a shop back in the day.
@mkernen
Жыл бұрын
@@midlifecrisis1979 Thanks Leo. The voltmeter (multimeter) I use is handheld Fluke 77 which is accurate +/- .3% I guess I'm just going to have to live with it being wrong on this car. My C5 was dead-on and it looks like your car is closer to 14V too. It's odd that mine would be so far off.
@gotmylk
Жыл бұрын
If your car is a C5 or a C6 that sees the inside of your garage more than the street you need to use a trickle charger during its downtime. These cars have parasitic draws that deplete the battery when not on use. Trickle charging is the #1 best thing you can do for them to ensure you don't have sporadic charging issues at every next startup.
@mkernen
Жыл бұрын
@@gotmylk Absolutely. I keep mine on a float charger when not in use.
@jamesbyerly766
Жыл бұрын
What do you think about adding a K&N air filter?
@midlifecrisis1979
Жыл бұрын
I think that is a good idea. I would add the K&N cold air intake, not just filter replacements. That way you get the best air flow. I have an aftermarket supercharger so it already has the cold air intake as part of the kit.
@gotmylk
Жыл бұрын
Don't waste your money on a K&N just for the sake of buying a K&N. A Wicks paper filter is a fraction of the price, doesn't require cleaning & oiling and will not hinder or improve performance exactly like the K&N. The caveat being the Wicks is disposable and over time will cost more if you keep your car long enough.
@midlifecrisis1979
Жыл бұрын
@@gotmylk I don't know the validity of that statement, but I do know that K&N claims performance increase with their cold air intakes. If they were lying, they would have been sued a long time ago. So I have to give it some validity. I personally have done cold air intakes on other vehicles. Cars, Trucks, and motorcycles when I owned a performance shop. I did notice a huge change. I did a cold air intake on a Suzuki M109R, along with an exhaust and power commander. I did a test ride and it almost tossed me off the motorcycle. I was accustomed to riding a Suzuki Hayabusa with nitrous, so I am not an inexperienced rider. I think K&N is a very reputable company and they do alot of research. Perhaps more research into their research will open your eyes to how they do benefit. At the end of the day, your car is your choice. So long as you are happy, be well.
@louisappel6884
Жыл бұрын
Good practical advise! I recently acquired a C6 coupe and agree with what should be common sense, but we all know that it’s not all that common. Thanks for tips!
@midlifecrisis1979
Жыл бұрын
My pleasure
@travishackney7771
Жыл бұрын
KEEPING YOUR CORVETTE IN STOCK FORM ESPECIALLY IN STOCK APPEARANCE WILL ALWAYS MAKE THE CAR MORE VALUABLE
@midlifecrisis1979
Жыл бұрын
Yes, but I can't sit still and change things on all my vehicles. I gave my truck a lift, bigger tires, and a bunch of other options. Just what I like to do. Not in it for the money. Just do what you like, be happy, and all will work itself out. Have a great day.
@richardmorris6365
Жыл бұрын
You're right but I can't resist! It starts w/ wheels & tires for me..
@joewhite9183
Жыл бұрын
NEVER BUY A MODERN CORVETTE FOR RESALE VALUE THERE FOR DRIVING !
@midlifecrisis1979
Жыл бұрын
Amen. If I am not going to drive it and enjoy it, it doesn't have a spot in my garage.
@vincentfisher4748
Жыл бұрын
Also be aware of your surroundings when you go somewhere in it .watch out for riff raft . When I had my 85 l always had my H and K .40 cal pistol 🔫 along for the ride.
@midlifecrisis1979
Жыл бұрын
I don't exactly look like Mr. Rogers. People of all ages, colors, and genders compliment me on the car and I kindly thank them. I guess it just depends on where you live. Be safe, be happy, and enjoy life. Thank you for watching and have a wonderful day.
@castlegarage6969
Жыл бұрын
Ha I did the wheels
@midlifecrisis1979
Жыл бұрын
I hope it works out for you. Good luck
@castlegarage6969
Жыл бұрын
@Midlife Crisis my bars are compromised anyway ..the sell new support cheap not sure how easy it is to install though..my driveway is steep and I lowered car
@midlifecrisis1979
Жыл бұрын
To replace the lower radiator support, you need to remove alot. You remove the front bumper, hood, radiator, intake, air box, hoses, and a few other parts. I have not had to do it yet. If it is needed, I will pay a shop. I'm old and learned to pick my battles.
@castlegarage6969
Жыл бұрын
@Midlife Crisis ah shit well that's not good that's why the part is cheap damit.. when mine breaks into then I got some work to do
@MrNexus2000
9 ай бұрын
Wish you would’ve done a better lit part for the dam air apron cuz I don’t know what it looks like so I’ll google it later but overall real good video I appreciate all the tips!
@midlifecrisis1979
9 ай бұрын
My corvette was lower than stock due to the added weight of the supercharger. So I had to remove it, cut from 1 side of the car to the other side, but on the air apron. Then I put it back. The video talks about how you should not remove it permanently. It helps deflect air from under the car, up into the radiator for cooling.
@drunvert
7 ай бұрын
It's just a flexible plastic flap
@MrNexus2000
9 ай бұрын
I do have a question I see that you have a convertible and I wanted to know what’s that like in the summertime with the heat, does the AC cool the cabin well enough to where that’s not a problem or does it get pretty bad with the heat?
@midlifecrisis1979
9 ай бұрын
The AC blows great. If it gets too hot and the AC is not enough, I can always put the top up. But who wants to do that? Lol.
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