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Base C6 tire size question

Hi all,

I have a 2008 base c6 and I recently widebodied the rear end but still have the stock front fenders. I got a set of stock z06 wheels - 275/35/18 front and 325/30/19 rear.

The rears obviously fit great, but in the front im getting some rubbing up top even when calmly driving through dips in the road and mainly the freeway. Wheel lock clearance is totally fine both directions.

I’ve read that 275 tires, while they poke out, will typically not cause too many issues on the base front fenders.

If I raise the front up a little (stock suspension with bolts) will that resolve the rubbing? Anyone else running a similar setup that can help? Thank you!

C6 Help 🙏

Hi everyone! I just got my hands on my first C6 and I’m loving it so far. But unfortunately, I noticed a leak. It looks like the fluid is coming from the hose shown in the picture. Does anyone know what this hose is called or what it connects to?
My guess is that it may be related to the power steering system since I’ve also started hearing a humming/buzzing noise when turning the steering wheel.

Any help identifying it would be greatly appreciated 🙏🙏🙏

New tires

Good morning everyone.

I'm looking to replace my tires.

I'm hearing a lot about Continentals being a good choice.

I've always personally gone with Michelin on my motorcycles.

But this is a new platform for me.

Any suggestions. I'd love to hear what y'all are running.

Thanks

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u/Complete_End4918 — 4 days ago
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Color choice?!

Just picked up this 2006 z06 and was thinking about changing the look of it. Should I keep it the way it is (yellow/black) or switch it up to a green? I’d change the wheels on both options.

u/samuraimnkey — 6 days ago

Questions

So slight context, this is my first corvette. 2013 C6 grand sport (manual). Bought it with 11k miles about a month ago and just hit 17k. I did kooks long tube headers, catless mid pipe, corsa extreme exhaust and tune. Made 460whp on a wheel dyno and absolutely love it (BTR stage 3 cam next) but here comes the questions……

As I get deeper into the rabbit hole of this car I’m starting to learn these cars are fairly “unreliable” once you start getting up in power so I’m curious to know….. how much power. I’m really curious to know what the power rating/ how much abuse the clutch, trans, torque tubes, etc can handle. What is also the mandatory maintenance and any preventative things that I need to do.

I DRIVE THE CAR VERY HARD but I wait till oil temp is at least 175 and I have YET to do a clutch drop but I do take it to redline or close to it. Any input is greatly appreciated!

u/Paulc_1215 — 5 days ago

Header Rasp

Just got catted 1-7/8in ARH headers installed and have noticed some rasp at around 4k rpms. Nothing too crazy but annoying nonetheless. Any remedies?

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u/FactorNo2911 — 4 days ago

Muffler recommendations?

My 05 C6 has long tube headers is straight back to my borla mufflers. The borla mufflers really silence the car and I want it to be a bit louder but also don’t want to spend a full 2k on some corsa extremes. Any recommendations?

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u/Yeeyee471 — 5 days ago

Show me your red c6 corvettes

Planning on getting this car wrapped once I have the front fenders for the full widebody conversion. Would love to see what different reds look like on these cars.

Plus the wheels will be powder coated so also looking for inspiration on colors too.

u/WackoShadow — 10 days ago

C6 comfort for taller person - Convertible vs hard top

I am looking at a C6 convertible. I am 6'4" and have big feet. I am wondering if the "cockpit" of the convertible is smaller/shorter than the hard top? I have driven a hardtop and it was barely big enough. I live in a small town with not a lot of options to go window shop. Nearest big town (Dallas metro) is 180 miles way.

I did a search here and did not find anything. Sorry if I did miss it. Thanks for any replies.

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u/xrbeav — 10 days ago

My Corvette just tried to kill me

I was cruising at around 70-80mph on the highway and suddenly my car (2005 C6) hard swerves to the left, I somehome manage to catch it, but it was close. My underwear are approx 10 pounds heavier as of now.

The dash says "service active handling system", so I'll get to that - but has anyone encountered an a traction control almost putting you into a tree?? Am I overreacting??

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u/PoonTangTongoMK2 — 12 days ago

Ceramic Brakes?

I'm pulling the trigger on a base 2009 LT3/Z51 with 86k miles. First thing she needs a replacement for a leaking seal on the differential, as well as worn rear brake pads and rotors. The shop manager suggested I get ceramic pads for her instead of the stock pads. Sounds like an upgrade, to cut down on the brake dust, but is there a downside to them?

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u/theraphosa — 10 days ago

Anyone seen thia Jacket before?

I run a vintage clothing business and stumbled across this jacket. I cannot find another one like it anywhere online. Anyone have any insight or information?

u/spa_city_thrifts — 14 days ago

C6 overheating

I have a 2013 C6 Corvette that is wanting to over heat after driving and when sitting and idling, the car was up to 210 and I didn’t hear the fan on, but on initial start up and reaching operating temp the fan kicked on at around 190-200. I then went and drove about 3 miles than had it sitting idling in my driveway, it start to climb on temp and didn’t hear the fan kick on.
Just reaching out see if anybody has had this issue before, and if I just need to buy a new fan

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u/BigRevenue2289 — 13 days ago