6 Modifications to NOT DO on your C6 Chevrolet Corvette with Midlife Crisis
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- 6 Things you should NOT do to a C6 Corvette
1. Permanent jack pucks or Frame Guards
a. Get these instead: Lifting Jack Pad (4pcs) Compatible with Chevy Corvette C5 C6 C7, Rubber Lift Point Adapter Jack Pucks with Storage Bag a.co/d/1Mxl19H
b. You can use these frame protectors with cutouts for the pucks a.co/d/5vgG5ZW
2. Radiator support rollers (Don’t use these: a.co/d/4Jbs4Bz
a. Use the ski style instead
i. Custom Install Parts Front Bumper Radiator Core Support w/ Skid Plates Compatible with Chevrolet Corvette C6 2005-2013 a.co/d/bDOR5uD
ii. Or C5 Corvette Skid Plate Front End Protector Fits: All 97 Through 04 Corvettes a.co/d/3qgv16i
3. Roof latches for Targa or handle for Convertibles
a. Convertibles have 1 latch in the front
b. Targa tops have 2 latches in the front and 1 in the back
4. Remove the air dam apron
5. Smoke out the headlights and fog lights
6. Take the car apart a bunch of times
a. The car already makes a lot of squeaky noises, don’t cause more noises
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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
I like that
@@midlifecrisis1979 its true lol
"All the stuff we always wanted" ha ha that list never ends!
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..
Dam right
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 😮💨
Lol. I love it, but I won't tell it to my wife.
Absolutely agree. No wife driving the Vette ever!
Lol
Or, just do like my hubby. He didn't want me driving his Vette. So, he bought me my own. 😂😂😂😂
That is a keeper. Enjoy the Vette and each other.
Well done and thank you. I bought my first C6 a year ago, and the more I know, the better I like it!
Glad you are enjoying it. Check out the 6 mods to do and in order.
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.
Enjoy it. Have fun. You only live once.
Thanks sir for the video. These are the same pucks I bought from Amazon. I only had my c6 for 3 months. Enjoying it
That's fantastic. Enjoy the car and the videos.
Great Video!! keep Up the good Work 👍
Thank you. I appreciate you.
Great advice, and issues not usually mentioned.
Glad you enjoyed it. I try to be helpful.
I think about this video every time I put up the top and crank that front latch! Thanks for making me OCD about this!!
Lol, sorry. Glad it helps you not break your top.
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!
Lol, thank you.
Great Video Thanks 😊
My pleasure
Great Video! Thanks
Glad you liked it!
Good thinking!
Thank you. I appreciate you taking the time to watch and comment.
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
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.
Great Info!!
Thanks for watching!
Great info
Thank you
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 .
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.
I went through my first midlife crisis at 18 with my very first Corvette! An 87. My first love
Wow, at 18? Pretty lucky man.
@@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.
You need that front apron to deflect air towards the radiator or it will overheat
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.
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..
thanks Leo!
My pleasure!
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!
My pleasure
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
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. 👍
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
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.
@@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.
Me too. Thank you for sharing.
@@midlifecrisis1979 thank you for the video
I am your newest subscriber👍
My headlight light up very well. You just need a later year with HID headlights
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.
@@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
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?
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.
foam strips and some hockey tape in key areas can make the interior very quiet
I never heard of that trick.
Which all season Michelin All Seasons would you recommend for the C6 in the Mid Atlantic?
They’re not Michelins, but I love my Continental Extreme Contact Sport tires on my C5Z!
I run Michelin Pilot Sport. Not all seasons.
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!
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.
@@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.
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.
@@gotmylk Absolutely. I keep mine on a float charger when not in use.
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
Lol. Sorry to laugh, but they are so dumb they are funny. Feel free to share the video.
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!
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.
It's just a flexible plastic flap
Good content question, do c6's have remote start on the automatics
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.
@@midlifecrisis1979 thank you
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
Balancer would be life-long. Shift cable would be 150k miles or more. If you treat things right, they last long
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.
@@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
3 latches on the targa top bud. Two up front one in the middle in the back.
Yes sir. I have that in the description of the video. Thank you.
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.
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.
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!
Lol. I'm like a big kid. My wife would agree.
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.
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.
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
@@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
I have a 2011 GS coupe. MGW short shifter was a must-do for accurate pleasurable shifting. The GM shifter was sloppy!
I agree GM shifter, very sloppy !
My headlights work great.
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
The Targa top has 3 latches. 2 front and 1 back.
Thank you for pointing it out. I will add that to my description so others see it too.
@@midlifecrisis1979 you are so welcome.
#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
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
@@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.
Lol, awesome
What do you think about adding a K&N air filter?
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.
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.
@@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.
Could you please do a few Videos on YOUR Super Charger.
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?
@@midlifecrisis1979 ANYTHING Associated with the install, cost and performance AFTER the install would be great. Thanks
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.
Yes, it was already discussed and I made a notation in the description about the latches. Thank you
My fault, didn’t see that. Good video though.
No worries. Thank you for watching my video
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!
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".
@@midlifecrisis1979 Thank you!
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..
@@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.
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?
That is personal preference. If you really want it, then you learn the roads to avoid or drive really slow.
Gotta get the plastic elite engineering frame protectors. They avoid all that. They’re cheap too
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
@@midlifecrisis1979 yes sir!
Thank you. I added that link to the description for everyone to use. Thank you for the tip.
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
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.
@@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
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.
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 :-)
👍👍👍
Thank you
LOL I didn't think tinting headlights to be darker was legal.
Straight pipe exhaust is not legal either, but people do it anyways. I have seen tinted windshields. So nothing surprises me.
Me either but I've done it before yrs ago.
@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..
News flash. My 2011 Grand Sport Targa top has three latches not two.
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.
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.
True. Just remember, we get old and forget things. Now, where did I put my keys?
@@midlifecrisis1979 so true. My C6 is exactly like yours but a hardtop. Bought it 2 months ago and living the dream. 😎
Three latches on a C-6 roof panel not two.
Yes, I corrected that statement in the description of the video. Thank you.
Number 7. Don’t put a crappy aftermarket exhaust on that sounds like a popcorn popper.
Lol, I like that. Good one.
#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!
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.
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.
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.
Not true.
I'm in the minority and actually like the look of the C6 headlights.
That's cool. Be proud. I don't dislike them, I just like others more.
@@midlifecrisis1979 The C7 style headlight conversions are growing on me.
Check out the GTR C8 style headlights for the C6. Matches the fender shape with the daytime running lights.
@@midlifecrisis1979 Will do. Thanks for the heads up!
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.
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.
I want to witness welding a brake pad to a rotor. Excessive heat is bad. Welding pads to rotors? ...impossible
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.
KEEPING YOUR CORVETTE IN STOCK FORM ESPECIALLY IN STOCK APPEARANCE WILL ALWAYS MAKE THE CAR MORE VALUABLE
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.
You're right but I can't resist! It starts w/ wheels & tires for me..
NEVER BUY A MODERN CORVETTE FOR RESALE VALUE THERE FOR DRIVING !
Amen. If I am not going to drive it and enjoy it, it doesn't have a spot in my garage.
so dramatic
I try
😂 or you could buy a C5 and not have exposed headlights!
Lol, I like your thinking.
Basic af
Perhaps, but sometimes people need to just be reminded of what is not a good idea.
Ha I did the wheels
I hope it works out for you. Good luck
@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
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.
@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
I cant believe you would have a ladder that close to your car. How dare you!
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.