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02-26-2021, 06:48 AM

Poltergeist replied to a thread Rear Differential error in C7 Technical Questions

I have sent the alternator back for a replacement. If that doesn't fix it I will try the battery. Will check the battery connections again this...

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02-26-2021, 06:34 AM

c4c5specialist started a thread #20-NA-218: Possible Crank No Start or Extended Crank with DTC P12A6 - (Feb 23, 2021) in Next-Gen Recalls and TSB

#20-NA-218: Possible Crank No Start or Extended Crank with DTC P12A6 - (Feb 23, 2021) 2020 Corvette Subject: Possible Crank No Start or...

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02-25-2021, 08:19 PM

JB replied to a thread Rear Differential error in C7 Technical Questions

Rob i know very little about this but i also did not take onstar after the 30 day trial. I had an error code on my c8 and i called onstar and they...

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02-25-2021, 09:17 AM

c4c5specialist replied to a thread Rear Differential error in C7 Technical Questions

HI there, I would also check your connections at the battery. Sounds to me like the ground eyelet might be loose or the terminal itself. ...

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02-25-2021, 03:08 AM

ken mohr replied to a thread Quiet Tires in C5 Technical Questions

Put Michelin P4s on last summer. Very pleased so far. American made..

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02-24-2021, 08:41 PM

JB replied to a thread Quiet Tires in C5 Technical Questions

Michelin P4s or michelin AS3 would be a good tire in my experience.

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02-23-2021, 05:37 PM

cornerman replied to a thread Quiet Tires in C5 Technical Questions

Having a ragtop and Borla exhaust I'd say that road noise is not a problem for me Sent from my SM-G988U using Tapatalk

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02-23-2021, 01:08 PM

BruceF replied to a thread Quiet Tires in C5 Technical Questions

Regular tires are much quieter than Run-Flats. But, most performance tires are still noisier than those for regular cars. Tire Rack's customer...

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02-23-2021, 12:36 PM

1953CE started a thread Quiet Tires in C5 Technical Questions

What is the most quiet tire(s) for a stock C5

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02-23-2021, 12:32 PM

1953CE replied to a thread 1957 Transmission swap in C1 C2 C3 Corvette Technical Questions

Thank you Paul, I appreciate your research. When I pursue the swap I'll let you know if I find a PG or a TH Bob

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02-23-2021, 07:08 AM

c4c5specialist replied to a thread 1957 Transmission swap in C1 C2 C3 Corvette Technical Questions

HI there, After some major digging, a few things I found out. #1, yes, obtain a flexplate and they are readily available. #2, the research...

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02-21-2021, 05:08 AM

c4c5specialist replied to a thread 1957 Transmission swap in C1 C2 C3 Corvette Technical Questions

HI there, #1, yes, I would always replace the flywheel anyway due to age. #2, remember you may have to shorten the propeller shaft in between...

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02-18-2021, 11:09 AM

1953CE started a thread 1957 Transmission swap in C1 C2 C3 Corvette Technical Questions

I am considering a swap from a M-20 to a powerglide or TH 350 My 57 has a 67 Chevelle 283 with a Muncie 4 speed. Will the flywheel have to be...

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02-16-2021, 07:17 PM

JB replied to a thread #21-NA-033: Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illuminated - Multiple Transmission DTCs in Next-Gen Recalls and TSB

Hopefully not too many of us will be affected. Thanks for posting up.

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02-16-2021, 07:16 PM

JB replied to a thread #20-NA-236: Engine Overheats or Coolant Leak Under Rear of Vehicle - (Feb 10, 2021) in Next-Gen Recalls and TSB

Thanks for the heads up . Hopefully we wont see this condition on too many cars.

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02-16-2021, 10:55 AM

Poltergeist replied to a thread Rear Differential error in C7 Technical Questions

This is seeming more like an electrical issue. I drove the car to work on Sunday. Drive there fine no errors. Leaving work I get the Service Rear...

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02-16-2021, 05:48 AM

c4c5specialist started a thread #20-NA-236: Engine Overheats or Coolant Leak Under Rear of Vehicle - (Feb 10, 2021) in Next-Gen Recalls and TSB

Chevrolet Corvette 2020 Condition Some customers may comment on one or more of the following conditions: •Engine overheats •Coolant leak...

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02-16-2021, 05:41 AM

c4c5specialist started a thread #21-NA-033: Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illuminated - Multiple Transmission DTCs in Next-Gen Recalls and TSB

Chevrolet Corvette 2020 2021 Condition Some customers may comment that the MIL is illuminated. Some technicians may find one or more of...

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02-13-2021, 02:18 PM

IgotaC6 replied to a thread C6 Navigation fix for a BLANK CLOCK AFTER BATTERY DISCONNECT! in C6 Technical Questions

Hello I am using Google Chrome and after clicking "Download" the following error pops up?? "Sorry, this file is infected with a virus" "Only...

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02-11-2021, 05:01 AM

toolguy replied to a thread Rear leaf spring bolt torque in C5 Technical Questions

OK thanks Paul!

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02-11-2021, 04:54 AM

LLC5 replied to a thread Rear Differential error in C7 Technical Questions

6K difference is a fair distance with soft tire compounds, measure the middle and both outer tread depth areas on each rear tire, you may have more...

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02-11-2021, 04:07 AM

c4c5specialist replied to a thread Rear Differential error in C7 Technical Questions

HI Rob, No OBD2 scanner will get your codes. This would have to be done at a GM dealership. Yes, noone I know really talks about the rear...

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02-11-2021, 04:03 AM

c4c5specialist replied to a thread Rear leaf spring bolt torque in C5 Technical Questions

HI Todd, They do not have a torque specification. They have a DISTANCE specification. We are instructed to measure #1 before removal and then...

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02-10-2021, 06:42 PM

Poltergeist replied to a thread Rear Differential error in C7 Technical Questions

One thing I did find was that negative terminal of the battery was corroded. I cleaned it off and put it back on. When I took it for a test drive I...

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02-10-2021, 06:26 PM

Poltergeist replied to a thread Rear Differential error in C7 Technical Questions

The code reader from Autozone didn’t read any codes. Looked under the car and saw no loose connectors or anything out of the ordinary. Would low...

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02-10-2021, 11:30 AM

toolguy replied to a thread Rear leaf spring bolt torque in C5 Technical Questions

Hey Paul, I'm talking about the four round puck bushings, two on each end of the leaf spring. Each side has a bolt that goes thru the bushings.

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02-10-2021, 10:17 AM

Poltergeist replied to a thread Rear Differential error in C7 Technical Questions

Almost 6 years old so more free Onstar. Would a scanner from Autozone be able to pull codes? The fluid for the rear has never been changed. Unless...

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02-10-2021, 06:46 AM

c4c5specialist replied to a thread Rear Differential error in C7 Technical Questions

HI Rob, Check to see if ONSTAR has a diagnostic trouble code out of the eLSD module or have it scanned. Check to confirm the last time the...

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02-10-2021, 06:38 AM

Poltergeist started a thread Rear Differential error in C7 Technical Questions

Leaving home this morning I got about 2 blocks away and the DIC popped up Service Rear-End, or something along those lines. I pulled over and got to...

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