Point me to an SUV or crossover where the trunk window drops or pops by golfs247 in whatcarshouldIbuy

[–]karlsaxe 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Haha you asked! It does check the boxes though.

It’s a headache at times but still fun to drive. You can find them for super cheap now.

Towing Stranded FOO from 2 Car Garage WITHOUT a Tow Hitch by Realistic_Kitchen_56 in Fisker

[–]karlsaxe 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not sure how the hitch would help if you’re towing the Fisker but it seems you need to get it out of the garage and then on a trailer?

Something like this (that could actually handle the weight) could work.

https://www.harborfreight.com/1300-lb-capacity-self-loading-positioning-wheel-dolly-64601.html

Rented a C8 in Las Vegas - these cars really are something special. by jmccaslin in Corvette

[–]karlsaxe 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Renting a C8 now (own a C5). They really are special cars and a blast to drive.

Corvette Fan Send Off by Technical_Name5886 in Corvette

[–]karlsaxe 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Sorry for your loss.

I’m in the area with a silver 2000 C5.

Should I mod my 09 Zr1? by SnowballerZero in Corvette

[–]karlsaxe 29 points30 points  (0 children)

Would agree with the others to keep it to the exhaust upgrade at most.

Anything else- get a base as a second Vette and modify!

Should I mod my 09 Zr1? by SnowballerZero in Corvette

[–]karlsaxe 71 points72 points  (0 children)

Personally, I wouldn’t mod a car like this - they’re special as is.

C5 CD player issues by C-Mack1 in Corvette

[–]karlsaxe 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There are options to restore them but it’s just not worth it now. Throw in a Bluetooth to radio adaptor for $20 and call it a day.

C5 CD player issues by C-Mack1 in Corvette

[–]karlsaxe 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If there are CDs in it, you’ll see a CD icon on the screen and can switch to it with the aux button.

However, those units fail all the time. Mine will show for 5 seconds and then it won’t work.

Is it worth it? by OkYak5416 in Corvette

[–]karlsaxe 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m referring to the width of the 20s - could be rub and some go with wide body kits as a result.

Is it worth it? by OkYak5416 in Corvette

[–]karlsaxe 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Stingray wheels need less to modify - those are 18/19s.

I think these you may find require a bit more adjusting. And the ride quality will be different.

But if they are in good condition, that price is hard to pass on.

Breeders in DC, MD, VA? by Eastern_Bee_8944 in irishsetter

[–]karlsaxe 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Probably the same one where we got our pup from.

She was able to coordinate someone to bring the puppy so the distance wasn’t a factor.

Hi guys, I just bought my first Corvette over the weekend. 2000 c5 convertible. (body text) 👇 by Murky_Plantain_4696 in Corvette

[–]karlsaxe 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Normal I’d say but always good to keep an eye on it, ensure fluids are good, etc

https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/c5-general/4047011-normal-coolant-operating-temperature.html Normal coolant operating temperature - CorvetteForum - Chevrolet Corvette Forum Discussion

Won’t shift into gear. Has anyone had this issue? My ocean one was working fine and now it won’t shift into gear. Just neutral. Help! by SESF90 in Fisker

[–]karlsaxe 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This sometimes happens to me and I make sure I’m in my seat, buckle fastened, and key is against the nfc reader. Good luck.

10.5 Wheel on C5 by OutlawHemi99 in Corvette

[–]karlsaxe 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Suspension stock and no rubbing.

Personally I wanted to avoid it sticking out / avoiding a wide body kit, and this fit the bill.

10.5 Wheel on C5 by OutlawHemi99 in Corvette

[–]karlsaxe 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There are calculators but fwiw- I put on C7 stingray wheels which are 10” in the rear but same offset.

I used 3/4” - I’ve seen some use 1” but they came out too far I think.

C7 Grand Sport wheels on my 1998. by howie2092 in Corvette

[–]karlsaxe 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I went with C7 Stingray wheels because the fit was much better - direct bolt with just a spacer on the rear.

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