Amazing instructional video! I just bought mine Friday (5/19/23). It’s a 2021 2LT, C8 Stingray w/ the Z51 Performance Package. I learned quite a bit, as listed below: - Seats (side cushion adjustments) - Double paddle functions - Rear lift (extended lift) - front pockets - how to properly open the roof
You can pull both paddles at a stop light to put the transmission in neutral, save the clutches and stop the car from creeping forward when you let off the brake. Release both paddles with your foot on the brake and the DCT will shift into D1 and push the gas and drive away!
Thanks to this video I learned several ways to open my frunk, I didn't know I had a 12-volt plug either and I did not realize that the glove box would not open if my battery went dead!👍🏽👍🏽
I am so glad to hear that. Do me a solid and thunk the sales rep on the head for me next time you are at the dealer lol. Glad to hear you got something new out of this and thanks for taking the time to watch and comment.
I'm giving this guy two 👍 👍 simply for the fact that there's snow on the ground, streets are wet, and he's out there in the weather rather than 'hiding' his 'Vette in the garage for months on end. And one more 👍 here for the video itself. Great job!
I put in an order for my C8 on December 7, 2020, some of the tips I already knew From other utubers hopefully I’ll get mine by the end of the year. Good job!!!
@@rodtaylor62 hi do you think the dealership you order from matters in this case? Like if a dealership has low allocation for C8s, then yours might take longer. To be honest I have only been waiting 2 months, but I'm gonig crazy!
Really happy to hear the video was helpful and you got some new info on the C8. Appreciate the support and feedback. Do check out some of the other C8 videos for things I have done/learned along the way so far about the C8. Thanks for watching!
The 3LT comes standard with the GT2 seat The 1 LT & 2LT comes standard with a GT1 seat the GT2 seats are optional on the 2LT. In a 2LT with standard GT1 seats they do have the bolster and lumber like mention, but not on a 1LT. For a bigger person I’ve found after setting in all 3 seats, the GT2 is the most comfortable, the Competition seats are terrible for a bigger person.
@@rvdano that’s right 3LT gets GT2 seats, in Napa Leather and alcontara rapped door pillars, that’s why it cost so much and you still have to pay more for the carbon fibers door and dash inserts. That is also why the heated, cooled, electric bolstered and lumber on the GT1 in a 2LT trim is such a special seat. Sorry all you 3LT owners that paid more to be recognized!
@@superchief15 If you actually do the math figuring the GT2 seat is standard on the 3LT and on the 2LT you have to pay $1495 upgrade for the GT2 seat, the final cost difference from a 2LT to a 3LT is only $3155 in the end, well worth the cost difference IMO. Mine was at 1100 when I asked my dealer to change mine to a 3LT but he screwed around waited about 10 days to make the change, buy then mine was at 3000 which was to late to make changes.
@@rvdano wow I didn't do that math before. Is 3LT worth it if we don't take advantage of the two time interior package? Because I ordered the 2 LT with front lift, z51, and gt2 seats.
I'm learning my C8 thru you tube. There is snow on the ground in New Jersey and I have not driven 60 feet yet. The car was delivery via truck and into the garage it went. These are great tips for me.
Thanks for watching and glad to hear these tips were helpful. Have some other C8 videos on the channel as well incase anything peaks your interests. Congrats on your C8 and hope the snow goes away real soon so we can all get into Corvette Season :)
Really had a lot of little known features that I found very helpful especially storing the manual in the trunk to have access during battery failure.. THANKS!
That night mode seems reminiscent to Saab's night panel. Doesn't dazzle your eyes with bright lights from the gauge cluster and only gives you essential information.
Hey. Thanks for watching. I went on a long road trip and drove back overnight and night mode was awesome. Only shows the speed and the gear selector buttons. Turns everything else off. Pretty cool.
Thank You 👌 for a very good informative video 👍 I’ve unsubscribed from several because they get real boring pushing must have first mods, because they did them overtime. At 68 1/2, I’m getting my first corvette it’s been at 3300 for over 3 weeks hopefully going into production soon. Good Job 👍
Thanks for the positive feedback and support man. Congrats on being to 3300. The snow slowed plant operations down this week but they should be back up and running full force this week so hopefully you get built soon man. Any time I get stale, do call me out. I'm kind of stuck doing a little flat content with the snow so hopefully weather breaks so I can do more things with the C8
this was well worth the time to watch.... learned about clicking the back latch on roof panel, easily....learned about the 12 volt outlet under glove compartment....learned about the manual hood release on floorboard......still got to rewatch just not sure about what you were explaining on the manual shift going back n forth, while engaged/driving to automatic. Thank you, very informative!
Thanks for watching and glad it was helpful. I have some more videos with long term review items and some must do mods. If anything in this video needs more explanation let me know and I'll try to answer it the best I can.
We picked up our new to us ‘20 C8 Z51 and the 12v outlet on the passenger side wasn’t even know. By the dealer who specializes in Vettes, thanks for making me look smarter than I am! 😂
I am really happy to hear there were some new things you got from the video and appreciate you watching. Congrats on your order. The car is worth the wait in every way! What's the spec you are waiting on and any idea on how long the wait is?
Good job on the video. I learned a few things I didn't know about. There is also a 12 volt outlet in the front trunk which can be used to charge the battery.
So glad to hear you found this helpful. Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave a comment. Check out some of other C8 videos on the channel incase any stick out to you.
This was very informative. Thank you. My biggest gripe is not being able to turn off the radio. Every time I start the car the radio comes on. I must then press mute. This is very annoying. Cheers, Gary
I didn’t know how to get in my fronk manually! Great tip and I’ll be putting my manual in there from now on. 🤙🏼 I have the HTC 3LT with the race seats. Ps. Those soften up nicely after a few weeks of driving so don’t freak out if you get them. They rock! (I’m 220 and they adapted to me :)
I really wish I got the HTC. In my next video, I will show how to manually get into the glove box if the battery dies. I learned how to do it after this video. The side panel comes off and there is a socket that opens it. Have to keep a socket on hand so the frunk latch is easier to get too but will show the glove box in the next week.
@@JumpSquadAuto thanks for that tip! Most of the “negative” comments on this amazing car are about the coupe (vents in the back and water etc). The ONLY advantage is seeing the engine which is VERY cool! I wish there was a heat resistant clear glass to replace the heat pro blocking the view to the engine. I’d love to detail that out to the hilt for people to see. Cheers man and thanks for such great responses! Looking forward getting caught up on your other videos, this was my first. 🤙🏼
@@drsimonds I like seeing the engine but so do other people. The first week I had it, multiple people leaning along the side of the car to see the engine. I ended up tinting the rear glass to deter them lol. I appreciate you taking the time to watch man. Have some fun videos coming with the C8 including my first day on a drag strip. I had a ton of fun....my launches made me feel like an idiot but the C8 made a novice like myself look like a track star haha.
@@JumpSquadAuto have you gone to the corvette owners racing school in NV? You beat the heck out of their cars and learn the limits of yours! Corvette pays for 2500 of the $3500 cost. Going in September and you have to do it in your first year of ownership and after delivery. Cheers
Hey. Thank you for watching. You have a good eye. That is a crack. I caught a rock the drive back home from the dealer. Had it taken care of so its better now.
@@JumpSquadAuto That sucks. I would think that's an expensive windshield. I just bought a 9K miles used 2021 CHT. Your tips really helps me get to know this car, thanks!
@@northerniltree Glad the video was helpful. I made a video for the replacement cost and of the dealer I went to trying to con me on it. I wanna say it was close to 2k if memory services me correctly.
So I have thought about both of those too. I honestly don't think either will make a big noticeable power difference. You do have to open the rear trunk area up pretty good to install both which is a pain. Just my personal thoughts here, the C8 is still very new and a few have had valve spring issues. I am not ready to risk any chance of the dealer saying my warranty is voided with any engine side mods just yet incase something unfortunate happens. I will do an exhaust at some point but I am skipping the throttle body. I might do a full intake some day but with no tuning available, the cars not gonna maximize any added air. Just my 2 cents. Hope that helps.
@@JosephKowal-yq3vm I never had any issues the few times I used a touchless car wash. I always ceramic coat the engine bay. They make pucks for blocking water when you hand wash it. I dont suggest anything other then a touchless car wash for the C8 but hand wash is the preference
Hey. Thanks for watching. Good catch. It is low on the door panel so I misspoke on that one. 8k views and no one caught it. I almost would have gotten away with it haha.
Hey!. Glad the video was helpful. I did not park it in a garage last winter but will rent one this year. Cold isn't great for the Z51 tires but otherwise the car handles being parked outside fine. Check out one of my cold start videos from last winter. It got pretty cold haha. Thanks for watching!
Hi. Excellent video! Learned some new things, thanks! In one of your videos you asked about driving in the cold weather with the Z51 summer tires, and don't know if you got an answer. Here is what I read from Michelin:
Really happy to hear there were some new things in this video. I think it cut the bottom of your message. I was told 40 degrees was the cut off. for the summer tires. I have been kind of cheating on that one haha
@@JumpSquadAuto Yeah, it did cut it off. Strange. Here is what Michelin said: -Should your car come equipped with the Michelin “Summer only” tires, they have an effective operating range down to 40 degrees fareneheit. From 40 to 20 degrees, they may still be used, but the driver will experience some loss of grip. -If the temperature falls below 20 degrees, DO NOT move the vehicle until the temperature increases. When subjected to that kind of cold temperature, the tire becomes relatively brittle and can experience microscopic fracturing. Are you in New England? And yes, a few things I hadn't found yet, thanks!
@@Dr.Bigglesworth I am in New England. I haven't driven it below 20 thankfully but have moved it around or driven around town on sunny days in the 30s cause its so hard to resist the urge of driving it. Great info. Thanks for sharing.
No, the tires can not work below 37 degrees. You can not drive and have to wait for the weather to warm up. Then wait 24 hours for the tires to warm up. They are a warm weather tire. Do not even think of having the Summer tires in winter weather. Go to the Tire Rack under specification for that tire. It gives you the specific temp and operating temp of the tire. I am off a little on my numbers but close.
Love the car but I don't get why they didn't go one step further and add active cruise control to the driver assistance package. I know it's a sports car you're meant to drive but so many 100k sports cars offer it these days. I'd like to take some long distance trips to Florida and back it's a great feature to make the drive more enjoyable.
It is under the plastic panel in the frunk. Super easy to get too and needs no tools. I have a video where I install the strut covers where I open the panel up.
I had the Jake Contoured Liner Package with all weather floor mats as part of my C8 build. Really glad I got that option! I’m not a big guy 5’ 7” 170 lbs and I think the GT2 Seats are pretty tight. Will driving in manual vs drive negate the function of the cylinder deactivation management system?
The cylinder deactivation is deactivated in track mode only from what I know. I run z-mode in track engine and sport everything else. I will have to test out if manual also disables it. I almost always am in z-mode.
@@JumpSquadAuto Sounds good to me. I need to get some gas in the car and set things up. No seat time. I like the idea of running it like you do! Z Mode and Sport. But, how’s the MPG? I guess I have the break in period to get through and make sure everything gets in harmony from the get go! Any worries about launch control and if it’s hard on the transmission and such. I think when I go in for the transmission fluid and filter change I will opt for the additional 2 quarts of fluid. Chevy Dude I believe said GM wouldn’t spend the extra money towards the quarts because it would cost them millions to do it and not everyone will be tracking their car. I look at it as a benefit towards transmission longevity. Now overfilling your oil capacity, that’s bad News there Buddy! Oh, and I know you can severely damage your suspension running in Track Mode over rough and damaged road surfaces. Save Track Mode for the Track!
@@kerry_glock Yeah track mode is harsh for the street so thankfully in zmode, the engine can run track and mag ride can run touring or sport. I get bad mpg regardless of mode cause I am a little gas pedal heavy
@@kerry_glock I drove around for a bit on the hwy where in tour mode and in auto, it would go from v8 to v4....drove the same route in manual and it did not go into v4 mode. Looks like manual disables cylinder deactivation. Good to know. Thanks!
Looks like the car business has passed me by. I've had 7 Corvettes and was looking to get a C8 but I am not paying over sticker or $100,000 for a 2020. It doesn't look like things will change either. I can order one for sticker but I can't handle waiting 12-18 months. So I'll just keep my C7 Z51. Mustang????
@@AM-qi4ro 14 months. I ordered late July of 2019 and took delivery in November of 2020. It was a tough and long wait but the car is amazing and GM does a good job keeping things moving and customers updated. My TRX order was a disaster and Ram really showed how much better GM handles Corvette ordering.
Like the content keep it up. Also I had to sell my C8 unfortunately and have Lamborghini door hinge kit if interested. Or if u know where I could sell it , it would be greatly appreciated. Thanks
Sorry to hear you had to sell your C8. Hopefully you were able to make a profit with the market. I would probably shop the kit on corvette forums or put it up on ebay. I've thought about doing the lambo doors myself but the kit is pricey and I ultimately decided against taking the fender and front end apart. Thanks for watching.
@@JumpSquadAuto I live on Massachusetts. Kinda blank to the forum stuff if u could help anyway it would be greatly appreciated. It's also the bolt on one froma well known company in CA
Thanks, everyone for watching the video! If you could do me a favor and smash that THUMBS UP button and SUBSCRIBE button to help the channel.
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Amazing instructional video! I just bought mine Friday (5/19/23). It’s a 2021 2LT, C8 Stingray w/ the Z51 Performance Package. I learned quite a bit, as listed below:
- Seats (side cushion adjustments)
- Double paddle functions
- Rear lift (extended lift)
- front pockets
- how to properly open the roof
You can pull both paddles at a stop light to put the transmission in neutral, save the clutches and stop the car from creeping forward when you let off the brake. Release both paddles with your foot on the brake and the DCT will shift into D1 and push the gas and drive away!
Ooo. I didn't even know that but that's really cool. Thank you for watching and sharing that!
How does that save the clutch? You must have a C7, they push fwd (creep).
@@JumpSquadAuto can we have a tutorial on this please?!
It dosnt save the clutches lmao you need be always on D mode or manually drop gears to the first gear
@@bradmason8334actually c7 ZO6 is way better and faster than c8
One of the best if not the very best of C8 features on TH-cam! Keep up the good work.
I had not seen "NIGHT MODE" when you turn the brightness all the way down, nice tip!
Thanks for taking the time to watch. Glad to hear there was something new in the video I could share.
Thanks to this video I learned several ways to open my frunk, I didn't know I had a 12-volt plug either and I did not realize that the glove box would not open if my battery went dead!👍🏽👍🏽
I had a C7 and now have a C8 on order. You gave allot of GREAT tips - nice job! And driving it in the winter, very proud of you.
Thanks man. Congrats on your order. Hope they get you your C8 quick so you can enjoy.
Getting mine in 4-5 months, excited
Congrats. That is awesome!
Wow ! Those were all good tips! I’ve had mine since September and did not know the majority of these. Nice job
I am so glad to hear that. Do me a solid and thunk the sales rep on the head for me next time you are at the dealer lol. Glad to hear you got something new out of this and thanks for taking the time to watch and comment.
I'm giving this guy two 👍 👍 simply for the fact that there's snow on the ground, streets are wet, and he's out there in the weather rather than 'hiding' his 'Vette in the garage for months on end. And one more 👍 here for the video itself. Great job!
Hey. Thanks for the positive comment and support. I appreciate it. Its just too much fun not to drive.
I put in an order for my C8 on December 7, 2020, some of the tips I already knew From other utubers hopefully I’ll get mine by the end of the year. Good job!!!
Congrats on the order. Thank you very much for watching. Hopefully your C8 arrives sooner then expected so you can enjoy it.
December 1 for me how long they say you have to wait
@@rodtaylor62 hi do you think the dealership you order from matters in this case? Like if a dealership has low allocation for C8s, then yours might take longer. To be honest I have only been waiting 2 months, but I'm gonig crazy!
Dude...I think I love you! You just answered soooo many questions I had for my new C8. Good work!
Really happy to hear the video was helpful and you got some new info on the C8. Appreciate the support and feedback. Do check out some of the other C8 videos for things I have done/learned along the way so far about the C8. Thanks for watching!
GT1 seat in a 2LT have the power bolster and lumber also along with ventilation, heat and cool!
I didn't know the GT1 had the adjustable bolsters. I like how it can grip you aggressively when you need it too.
The 3LT comes standard with the GT2 seat
The 1 LT & 2LT comes standard with a GT1 seat the GT2 seats are optional on the 2LT.
In a 2LT with standard GT1 seats they do have the bolster and lumber like mention, but not on a 1LT.
For a bigger person I’ve found after setting in all 3 seats, the GT2 is the most comfortable, the Competition seats are terrible for a bigger person.
@@rvdano that’s right 3LT gets GT2 seats, in Napa Leather and alcontara rapped door pillars, that’s why it cost so much and you still have to pay more for the carbon fibers door and dash inserts. That is also why the heated, cooled, electric bolstered and lumber on the GT1 in a 2LT trim is such a special seat. Sorry all you 3LT owners that paid more to be recognized!
@@superchief15 If you actually do the math figuring the GT2 seat is standard on the 3LT and on the 2LT you have to pay $1495 upgrade for the GT2 seat, the final cost difference from a 2LT to a 3LT is only $3155 in the end, well worth the cost difference IMO.
Mine was at 1100 when I asked my dealer to change mine to a 3LT but he screwed around waited about 10 days to make the change, buy then mine was at 3000 which was to late to make changes.
@@rvdano wow I didn't do that math before. Is 3LT worth it if we don't take advantage of the two time interior package? Because I ordered the 2 LT with front lift, z51, and gt2 seats.
I'm learning my C8 thru you tube. There is snow on the ground in New Jersey and I have not driven 60 feet yet. The car was delivery via truck and into the garage it went. These are great tips for me.
Thanks for watching and glad to hear these tips were helpful. Have some other C8 videos on the channel as well incase anything peaks your interests. Congrats on your C8 and hope the snow goes away real soon so we can all get into Corvette Season :)
Need to get that car out and drive and enjoy it.
First of your videos I've watched. Excellent video!! I'm definitely subscribing!
Thank you so much for the positive feedback and support. Hope to get better with each video and make informative content.
Really had a lot of little known features that I found very helpful especially storing the manual in the trunk to have access during battery failure.. THANKS!
That night mode looks very useful when you’re doing some late night driving
It is super helpful so you can just focus on driving with a lot of the extra light in the cabin removed. Thanks for watching!
As opposed to this… OW! Way to tale one for the team - love the C8 content and sub’d!
Excellent information about the tips on a C8. Waiting for my 2022 C8 Z51.
I picked my C8 on 12/30/20. I have the Z51 pkg with summer tires. My new car sits in my heated garage with 550 miles. Great tips on the C8😁
That's awesome. Congrats on the C8. I am sure you sit in the garage with the car staring at it most of the day :) Thanks for watching!
I just can't get over i waited 17 months for this vette 2 lt z51 magride and lift red with black carbon stripes im 73 and always had vettes
@@waltbullet1287 Hope you get it soon. 14 months was my wait. 17 months is a long time. Thanks for watching!
Just saw your video and today (9-14-24) I’m picking up my C8 Torch Red. I plan to drive it all year. We also get snow.
That night mode seems reminiscent to Saab's night panel. Doesn't dazzle your eyes with bright lights from the gauge cluster and only gives you essential information.
Hey. Thanks for watching. I went on a long road trip and drove back overnight and night mode was awesome. Only shows the speed and the gear selector buttons. Turns everything else off. Pretty cool.
Thank You 👌 for a very good informative video 👍
I’ve unsubscribed from several because they get real boring pushing must have first mods, because they did them overtime.
At 68 1/2, I’m getting my first corvette it’s been at 3300 for over 3 weeks hopefully going into production soon.
Good Job 👍
Thanks for the positive feedback and support man. Congrats on being to 3300. The snow slowed plant operations down this week but they should be back up and running full force this week so hopefully you get built soon man. Any time I get stale, do call me out. I'm kind of stuck doing a little flat content with the snow so hopefully weather breaks so I can do more things with the C8
this was well worth the time to watch.... learned about clicking the back latch on roof panel, easily....learned about the 12 volt outlet under glove compartment....learned about the manual hood release on floorboard......still got to rewatch just not sure about what you were explaining on the manual shift going back n forth, while engaged/driving to automatic. Thank you, very informative!
Thanks for watching and glad it was helpful. I have some more videos with long term review items and some must do mods. If anything in this video needs more explanation let me know and I'll try to answer it the best I can.
Thanks for sharing. My C8 is at 2000 status code now. Didn’t know the trick with the roof or the night mode. This helped a ton!
Congrats on your order. Glad the video was able to be helpful. Thank you for watching. The car is 100% worth the wait!
WOW,,alot of things I didn't know,,no idea,,never owned a C8 Corvette convertible before Good vlog!! Thank You 👍
Really happy to hear the video had some new things to share. Thanks for watching!
I enjoy your channel as a new C8 owner. I already installed the grill inserts.
Thank you for the positive feedback man. It means a lot. I appreciate it. The grille inserts are a must-do indeed.
This was very informative indeed. I just up my 2022 shows up before I forget all this valuable information. Cheers!
You can always come back and watch twice. My adsense won't mind haha. Congrats on the incoming 2022. You are gonna love it!
Actually some new and useful info most of us didn't know. Interior two tone natural interior is best choice (I have it).
Glad there was something new in the video. Thanks for watching. Its such an awesome car.
That was very helpful I bought a 2023 it month old thank so much
We picked up our new to us ‘20 C8 Z51 and the 12v outlet on the passenger side wasn’t even know. By the dealer who specializes in Vettes, thanks for making me look smarter than I am! 😂
I’m still on the waiting list. I learned some new things.
I am really happy to hear there were some new things you got from the video and appreciate you watching. Congrats on your order. The car is worth the wait in every way! What's the spec you are waiting on and any idea on how long the wait is?
I lost count of all the tips I just learned! Thanks!
Thanks man!
Awesome video man.
Glad you liked it
great video i did learned bunch of stuff with this video i have a c8 2022
Thanks man. Check out a few of the other videos on the channel with the C8 and hopefully some more useful info. Appreciate it.
Great video Keep up the C8 content!
Thanks for watching. Appreciate it.
Gave a Like just for the sacrifice of your knuckles for the content. 😂! Good video 👍🏾
Haha. Not all hero's wear capes 🤣
Good job on the video. I learned a few things I didn't know about. There is also a 12 volt outlet in the front trunk which can be used to charge the battery.
Hey. Really happy to hear there were some new things you got from the video. Thanks for watching!
Great vid my guy!
Hey!. Thanks man. Appreciate the positive feedback!
Great Video and thanks for it!!
Hey. Thank you for watching!
Basically, It was a basic video.. But still good..😃😃
Oh nice never new the rear trunk opened up even more. Thank you
Really happy to hear you got something out of the video! Thank you for watching.
Great video. Learned a bunch.
I am really glad to hear that the video had some new things to share. Thanks for the positive feedback and taking the time to watch!
Thank you for this vid. I learned a lot that dealer didn't cover
Thank you, very informative. You got one more subscriber!!!!
6:39 took one for the team :o
LOL. The amount of times that got me before I realized the right way to do it.......Kind of embarrassing it took 4 months of ownership haha.
@@JumpSquadAuto LOL that's definitely a lot of bruises on your knuckles
Helpful videooooooo!!! Thanks
So glad to hear you found this helpful. Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave a comment. Check out some of other C8 videos on the channel incase any stick out to you.
This was very informative. Thank you. My biggest gripe is not being able to turn off the radio. Every time I start the car the radio comes on. I must then press mute. This is very annoying. Cheers, Gary
Godlike review, tyvm !
Glad you liked it! Thanks for watching!
Awesome video! So informative. I just placed order for Victor racing wing, preparing for spring and feeling enthusiastic.
Do you have the summer tires?
There is a significant restriction on driving the car, or even flexing the tires, when the temperature gets to 20F.
It was a Z51 with summer tires I drove a few times in the winter.
great video, i learned a few things!
Thanks man. Glad you found it helpful
Basically a very informative video
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Good video. Good tips !
Hey. Thanks for the positive feedback and thanks for taking the time to watch!
Subscribed for vette info😀
Good information here. Thanks for the tips.
Thanks for the positive feedback and taking the time to watch!
Wow didn't even know some of the tricks ,thanks for the video , honestly i just wanted a c8 add victor racing static c8 wing and make it look exotic
I think the factory high wing looks great. The new AGM SVJ style wing also looks super cool.
I didn’t know how to get in my fronk manually! Great tip and I’ll be putting my manual in there from now on. 🤙🏼 I have the HTC 3LT with the race seats. Ps. Those soften up nicely after a few weeks of driving so don’t freak out if you get them. They rock! (I’m 220 and they adapted to me :)
I really wish I got the HTC. In my next video, I will show how to manually get into the glove box if the battery dies. I learned how to do it after this video. The side panel comes off and there is a socket that opens it. Have to keep a socket on hand so the frunk latch is easier to get too but will show the glove box in the next week.
@@JumpSquadAuto thanks for that tip! Most of the “negative” comments on this amazing car are about the coupe (vents in the back and water etc). The ONLY advantage is seeing the engine which is VERY cool! I wish there was a heat resistant clear glass to replace the heat pro blocking the view to the engine. I’d love to detail that out to the hilt for people to see. Cheers man and thanks for such great responses! Looking forward getting caught up on your other videos, this was my first. 🤙🏼
@@drsimonds I like seeing the engine but so do other people. The first week I had it, multiple people leaning along the side of the car to see the engine. I ended up tinting the rear glass to deter them lol. I appreciate you taking the time to watch man. Have some fun videos coming with the C8 including my first day on a drag strip. I had a ton of fun....my launches made me feel like an idiot but the C8 made a novice like myself look like a track star haha.
@@JumpSquadAuto have you gone to the corvette owners racing school in NV? You beat the heck out of their cars and learn the limits of yours! Corvette pays for 2500 of the $3500 cost. Going in September and you have to do it in your first year of ownership and after delivery. Cheers
@@drsimonds I want to do it but haven't been able to make the time. I probably will do it in October tho. Heard great things about the experience.
This is the first video I watched on your channel. Is there a crack in your windshield window? At 1:26 & 10:34?
Hey. Thank you for watching. You have a good eye. That is a crack. I caught a rock the drive back home from the dealer. Had it taken care of so its better now.
thanks i’m getting my c8 at 19 in my name in couple days!
Good stuff.
Thanks!
I learned stuff on the shift tkssss
Great video
Hey! Thanks man. I appreciate the positive feedback as well as you taking the time to watch.
How did the windshield crack? Is that a weak area of the C8?
Not an issue with the car. I took a small pebble/rock to it on the hwy off someone's tire
@@JumpSquadAuto That sucks. I would think that's an expensive windshield. I just bought a 9K miles used 2021 CHT. Your tips really helps me get to know this car, thanks!
@@northerniltree Glad the video was helpful. I made a video for the replacement cost and of the dealer I went to trying to con me on it. I wanna say it was close to 2k if memory services me correctly.
@@JumpSquadAuto Expensive pebble.
Do you think it's safe to install a ported throttle body and high performance air filter? Safe for all the computer stuff?
So I have thought about both of those too. I honestly don't think either will make a big noticeable power difference. You do have to open the rear trunk area up pretty good to install both which is a pain. Just my personal thoughts here, the C8 is still very new and a few have had valve spring issues. I am not ready to risk any chance of the dealer saying my warranty is voided with any engine side mods just yet incase something unfortunate happens. I will do an exhaust at some point but I am skipping the throttle body. I might do a full intake some day but with no tuning available, the cars not gonna maximize any added air. Just my 2 cents. Hope that helps.
When you bring the car to a car wash the water gets in the back grills is that good for the motor
@@JosephKowal-yq3vm I never had any issues the few times I used a touchless car wash. I always ceramic coat the engine bay. They make pucks for blocking water when you hand wash it. I dont suggest anything other then a touchless car wash for the C8 but hand wash is the preference
A+. Thank you!
Very helpful
Nice Vette brother, buttons are on the driver door panel not feet area...
Hey. Thanks for watching. Good catch. It is low on the door panel so I misspoke on that one. 8k views and no one caught it. I almost would have gotten away with it haha.
Great vid. I have a C8 and didn't realize a couple features. What state do you live in?
Hey. Glad there was something new in the video you could takeaway. I live along the MA/RI line. Thanks for watching!
Because I've seen so many c8 vids for the last 2 years I seen every feature except the service mode and night mode. Good vid though.
I totally know where you are coming from. I waited 14 months for mine so watched so many videos too. Thanks for watching.
Good vid bud, sub’d
Yay! Thanks for the support and positive feedback. Appreciate it!
My dream car
Where is the dim button for the cluster to get it in night mode?
At night when the headlights are on, turn the brightness turn dial down all the way. Its actually really cool on long night trips.
Great insight and
Very helpful video. Did you keep your C8 in the garage during the winter when parked ? Wonder how a c8 will do parked outside in PA winters
Hey!. Glad the video was helpful. I did not park it in a garage last winter but will rent one this year. Cold isn't great for the Z51 tires but otherwise the car handles being parked outside fine. Check out one of my cold start videos from last winter. It got pretty cold haha. Thanks for watching!
Hi. Excellent video! Learned some new things, thanks!
In one of your videos you asked about driving in the cold weather with the Z51 summer tires, and don't know if you got an answer. Here is what I read from Michelin:
Really happy to hear there were some new things in this video. I think it cut the bottom of your message. I was told 40 degrees was the cut off. for the summer tires. I have been kind of cheating on that one haha
@@JumpSquadAuto Yeah, it did cut it off. Strange. Here is what Michelin said:
-Should your car come equipped with the Michelin “Summer only” tires, they have an effective operating range down to 40 degrees fareneheit. From 40 to 20 degrees, they may still be used, but the driver will experience some loss of grip.
-If the temperature falls below 20 degrees, DO NOT move the vehicle until the temperature increases. When subjected to that kind of cold temperature, the tire becomes relatively brittle and can experience microscopic fracturing.
Are you in New England? And yes, a few things I hadn't found yet, thanks!
@@Dr.Bigglesworth I am in New England. I haven't driven it below 20 thankfully but have moved it around or driven around town on sunny days in the 30s cause its so hard to resist the urge of driving it. Great info. Thanks for sharing.
No, the tires can not work below 37 degrees. You can not drive and have to wait for the weather to warm up. Then wait 24 hours for the tires to warm up. They are a warm weather tire. Do not even think of having the Summer tires in winter weather. Go to the Tire Rack under specification for that tire. It gives you the specific temp and operating temp of the tire. I am off a little on my numbers but close.
@@kimberlywentworth9160 Thankfully corvette season is here and bye bye cold haha. Thanks for watching!
I see your speed limit on the gauge cluster doesn't work just like mine, wish you could remove it from the cluster entirely...
pls be winter, can we like switch?
Love the car but I don't get why they didn't go one step further and add active cruise control to the driver assistance package. I know it's a sports car you're meant to drive but so many 100k sports cars offer it these days. I'd like to take some long distance trips to Florida and back it's a great feature to make the drive more enjoyable.
Your so lucky I wish I had it 😮😢🎉❤
How do you get to the battery
It is under the plastic panel in the frunk. Super easy to get too and needs no tools. I have a video where I install the strut covers where I open the panel up.
Check out this video: th-cam.com/video/RMGpcs89Y30/w-d-xo.html
Didn’t know about the dim/night mode
Awesome. Glad there was something new in the video. Thanks for watching!
I had the Jake Contoured Liner Package with all weather floor mats as part of my C8 build. Really glad I got that option!
I’m not a big guy 5’ 7” 170 lbs and I think the GT2 Seats are pretty tight.
Will driving in manual vs drive negate the function of the cylinder deactivation management system?
The cylinder deactivation is deactivated in track mode only from what I know. I run z-mode in track engine and sport everything else. I will have to test out if manual also disables it. I almost always am in z-mode.
@@JumpSquadAuto Sounds good to me.
I need to get some gas in the car and set things up. No seat time.
I like the idea of running it like you do! Z Mode and Sport.
But, how’s the MPG?
I guess I have the break in period to get through and make sure everything gets in harmony from the get go!
Any worries about launch control and if it’s hard on the transmission and such.
I think when I go in for the transmission fluid and filter change I will opt for the additional 2 quarts of fluid.
Chevy Dude I believe said GM wouldn’t spend the extra money towards the quarts because it would cost them millions to do it and not everyone will be tracking their car.
I look at it as a benefit towards transmission longevity.
Now overfilling your oil capacity, that’s bad News there Buddy!
Oh, and I know you can severely damage your suspension running in Track Mode over rough and damaged road surfaces. Save Track Mode for the Track!
@@kerry_glock Yeah track mode is harsh for the street so thankfully in zmode, the engine can run track and mag ride can run touring or sport. I get bad mpg regardless of mode cause I am a little gas pedal heavy
@@kerry_glock I drove around for a bit on the hwy where in tour mode and in auto, it would go from v8 to v4....drove the same route in manual and it did not go into v4 mode. Looks like manual disables cylinder deactivation. Good to know. Thanks!
Just started using Z mode. Using it around town, haven't seen V4 show up yet. In other modes, V4 comes on often.
Basically.Basically,Basically.Basically,Basically.Basically,Basically.Basically,Basically.Basically, Oh ya did I say Basically?
Haha. My bad. I will try to be mindful about that one next time. Thanks for watching.
love it！
Thanks for watching!
Looks like the car business has passed me by. I've had 7 Corvettes and was looking to get a C8 but I am not paying over sticker or $100,000 for a 2020. It doesn't look like things will change either. I can order one for sticker but I can't handle waiting 12-18 months. So I'll just keep my C7 Z51. Mustang????
You're driving summer only tires in 22 degree weather??
Thai, I learned a few things 😎
That's great. Happy to hear you had some new takeaways from the video. Thanks for watching!
What mobile home park is this?
Mobile home park? Where haha. At the end, it was actually some really expensive beach front cottages.
@@JumpSquadAuto How long did it take from deposit to driving away?
@@AM-qi4ro 14 months. I ordered late July of 2019 and took delivery in November of 2020. It was a tough and long wait but the car is amazing and GM does a good job keeping things moving and customers updated. My TRX order was a disaster and Ram really showed how much better GM handles Corvette ordering.
Like the content keep it up. Also I had to sell my C8 unfortunately and have Lamborghini door hinge kit if interested. Or if u know where I could sell it , it would be greatly appreciated. Thanks
Sorry to hear you had to sell your C8. Hopefully you were able to make a profit with the market. I would probably shop the kit on corvette forums or put it up on ebay. I've thought about doing the lambo doors myself but the kit is pricey and I ultimately decided against taking the fender and front end apart. Thanks for watching.
@@JumpSquadAuto
I am willing to take a lose selling for 2k
@@davec2020 That's a great deal for someone. What state are you in? Someone on the forums will jump on that price real fast.
@@JumpSquadAuto
I live on Massachusetts. Kinda blank to the forum stuff if u could help anyway it would be greatly appreciated. It's also the bolt on one froma well known company in CA
@@davec2020 I haven't been active on the C8 forums myself but they do have a sales section. If the kit hasn't sold by summer, I might hit you up.
before? this should be titled after u buy it😂
Is this car automatic or manual?
Its a DCT so dual clutch auto. Manual paddle shifters
Omg no information starts until 2:00
That's 2 full minutes extra you get to hear my voice!
I've got a 2020 white 3LT. Awesome cars. Other than you basically saying "basically" 100 times, It is a good video. #Don'tHateTheC8
Haha. I didn't realize it until someone pointed it out in the comments. Will be mindful of it going forward.
THIS is the car, that made the C7 DOUBLE in price!
Why
Is there a way u can ship me a c8 key pls
You should be able to get one off amazon or ebay. Its the same fob used in cadillacs.
@@JumpSquadAuto ty
I think the front engine version of the corvette is better.
They are two very different but great experiences. Unique in their own way.
Law of attraction come my way! #123
I bet that thing drifts like crazy in the snow! Let's see some doughnuts!
Haha I actually was drifting around yesterday in the snow. Videos to come. Thanks man for watching. Appreciate the support.