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C5 Corvette Shock Upgrade (C6 Z06 Shocks - 4 Year Review!) 

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I installed C6 Z06 shocks on my C5 Corvette four years ago and in this video I do a long term review of what I think about the upgrade. I also discuss the reasons why I chose the upgrade and my observations about how these shocks have changed the feel of the car - for the better.
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Комментарии : 60   
@austinpayne20
@austinpayne20 5 месяцев назад
Thanks for the video. I bought all 4 shocks through your links. Hope it gave u some money 😁
@Toys4Life
@Toys4Life 5 месяцев назад
Thank you - I hope (and think) you will really like them! For a small size channel like mine, using the product links in the description moves the needle - and is very much appreciated!!
@Saltysailor83
@Saltysailor83 Месяц назад
Definitely taking those coil overs out (Pfadt race engineering) and installing new C6 Z06 shocks on my C5 Z. Great video, BTW!
@nickycarts
@nickycarts Год назад
Thanks for the video. I only became a C5 owner within the past year and wasn't aware at how easy this upgrade is. My car was all stock when I got it so it's due for some upgrades and maintenance.
@AllenSAshley
@AllenSAshley Год назад
I didn't notice a huge difference when I did mine. The main benefit I got was less 'bump steer' over rough/uneven roads. I still think it was worth it though.
@sniperpronerfmods9811
@sniperpronerfmods9811 Год назад
GREAT VIDEO!!! KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!!!😎
@icurt06
@icurt06 Год назад
I replaced the stock C5 Z06 shocks with C6 Z06 shocks on my 02 Z06. I liked the new shocks on the first drive. I also replaced the rubber sway bar bushings front and back with poly bushings. What a difference from stock!
@Toys4Life
@Toys4Life Год назад
Agreed - Its great when an upgrade lives up to the expectations!!
@fyahman78
@fyahman78 Год назад
Great info! I put C6 Z06 shocks on my O2 vert just over a year ago. Very noticeable difference in ride over stock but always wondered if the Bilstein HD shocks were a better choice. Thanks for the video. 😊
@howie2092
@howie2092 Год назад
Great video. Agree that the C6z06 shocks are just about perfect for a C5. Myself, I put in Bilstein shocks before I knew about these. Really didn't like them until I changed my softride springs and sway bars to C5z06 spec. Now everything matches and feels balanced.
@donchan1622
@donchan1622 4 месяца назад
Nice and thank for info..
@Toys4Life
@Toys4Life 4 месяца назад
Welcome
@paulkeplinger3565
@paulkeplinger3565 9 месяцев назад
thank you
@Toys4Life
@Toys4Life 9 месяцев назад
You're welcome
@juliancass2652
@juliancass2652 Год назад
I really need to replace my shocks as they are starting to weep a little bit, I have around 65,000 miles on my 2003 C5. My main issue is my Corvette has the F55 mag shocks and they are ridiculously expensive. I usually drive around in sport mode anyways so firmer shocks would be totally fine with me! 😊 thank you for the video and the reminder I gotta get this figured out reasonably soon.
@Debkghtulvkfjkjfxjjcj
@Debkghtulvkfjkjfxjjcj Год назад
You can change to c6 zo6 shocks and use a tech 2 to get rid of the f55. It’s just not worth the money to get those
@lobomorunga1
@lobomorunga1 10 месяцев назад
damping. not dampening. picky, huh? But excellent info on a common problem.
@MC-uj4co
@MC-uj4co Год назад
Nice information on the upgrade
@Toys4Life
@Toys4Life Год назад
Thank you!
@mouradmuhammad6163
@mouradmuhammad6163 15 дней назад
Hi there enjoy your shows that you planned on the installation of your shocks and struts front the C6 Z06 . with after years past now . Are they still with your opinion with me things out? With New out there is still the best way Thank you.
@Toys4Life
@Toys4Life 14 дней назад
I like them. Are they the best? Not sure. Cost effective upgrade from stock - yes IMO. YMMV
@mouradmuhammad6163
@mouradmuhammad6163 7 месяцев назад
Thank You ( Toys4Life c5 ) looking at your video on the changing of your shocks from the C-5 to a C6 z06 have you ever considered now with the technology that you would to a MagneRide suspension that the C7 Z06 has, or if anyone have ever done it before
@Toys4Life
@Toys4Life 7 месяцев назад
That would be pretty complicated, I think they're tied into the body control module. Of course some c5s do come with magnetic ride. That would be easiest, but replacement shocks are like a grand a piece I think I've heard... Yikes
@ViperMods_216
@ViperMods_216 Год назад
I was going to do these but I ended up doing DRM valved Bilsteins
@Toys4Life
@Toys4Life Год назад
And how do you like them?
@ViperMods_216
@ViperMods_216 Год назад
@@Toys4Life Love them but my c5 is a base, so you know it would really benefit from the Z06 rear leaf
@jasondow3970
@jasondow3970 Год назад
This is off topic but can you put a 2001-2004 ebcm in a 98. I am a new corvette owner and really enjoy your videos. Thank you
@Toys4Life
@Toys4Life Год назад
Apparently somebody has done it, but I researched it once and it seems like a one-off deal by somebody super smart. They're not compatible without serious additional modification.
@dennisvalerioti1797
@dennisvalerioti1797 Год назад
Put coilovers on my c6 and not happy.Very bumpy ride like you said in the video.Only drove it about 4 times since done.Maybe these will break in as well.
@jhanpgarcia2725
@jhanpgarcia2725 Год назад
Which ones?
@dennisvalerioti1797
@dennisvalerioti1797 Год назад
@@jhanpgarcia2725 lg motor sports
@jimirox1928
@jimirox1928 Год назад
Very good information. Would you know if the Anti Venom mod could be performed by removing the right rear tire only? Thank you.
@Toys4Life
@Toys4Life Год назад
To remove the tire you just need to get it off the ground and inch, I think you need a few more to slide under there and get your arm up there, but you can easily do it with out a lift.
@jimirox1928
@jimirox1928 Год назад
@@Toys4Life Thanks for the reply! I had my cast iron jack stands maxed out on the height but I'll try again with some lumber under the jack stands. I have a pit in my garage but it's a two man job getting my C5 over the pit. Not so scary with my beater pickup but the Corvette is a different story. ; )
@Debkghtulvkfjkjfxjjcj
@Debkghtulvkfjkjfxjjcj Год назад
I had z51 and upgraded to C6z but not a real Noticeable difference. But sold my old shocks for $300 so it was almost a wash for money
@Toys4Life
@Toys4Life Год назад
Interesting, it's too bad shocks don't have readily published specs on their hit and rebound rates.
@MrChipDouglas1
@MrChipDouglas1 Год назад
Any experience with Koni yellow shocks on a C5? I had them in 4th gen Camaro and they were worth the price to me on that car. It was slightly stiffer not harsh , amazing around the turns.
@Toys4Life
@Toys4Life Год назад
I don't, but Koni has a good reputation for sure!
@Maxreverse
@Maxreverse 9 месяцев назад
Great videos. I’m about to replace my 2002 C5 to the C6 Z06 shocks. The Z06 shocks I purchased did not come with the upper bushings and I can not find there anywhere online. Did you use your original C5 bushings?
@Toys4Life
@Toys4Life 9 месяцев назад
Mine came with new ones, but I remember correctly they pretty much see identical so if yours are in really good shape you could use them I believe.
@vettepwr23
@vettepwr23 5 месяцев назад
What do you guys recommend for a lowered C5? I have a 99 C5 with about 60k miles. It still has the original F45 adjustable suspension. I have been running lowered since 15k miles. Btw, it does ride like crap. I’m sure lowering doesn’t help and will most likely raise it up a bit.
@HandSolo1
@HandSolo1 Год назад
Swapped mine to C6 Z’s the first month of ownership. Great video and keep up the good work.
@Toys4Life
@Toys4Life Год назад
Appreciate that 👍
@davesummer2552
@davesummer2552 2 месяца назад
Hi Toys 4 Life, my C5 has the Comfort Sport Performance switch located near the gear selector / console, does it still use “conventional shocks” like this or do I have some “specialty selective dampening” shocks?
@Toys4Life
@Toys4Life 2 месяца назад
Sounds like you have the magnetic ones.
@charliedee9276
@charliedee9276 Год назад
I put C6Z shocks on my 2K coupe with oem 100,000 + mile stock shocks, it was like a different car, much better Roads here are pretty smooth though in Michigan where I was l could see these being pretty firm.
@frontieradventures2199
@frontieradventures2199 11 месяцев назад
If you have the mag ride control (F55 suspension) any idea if the C6 Z06 shocks work without any codes?
@Toys4Life
@Toys4Life 11 месяцев назад
I believe you need to get the 2003 tuned out, and there's some question as to whether or not you can get it tuned out for the '04. I'm pretty sure you'll set codes on both unless something is tuned out with a GM tech 2 programmer.
@erikr6101
@erikr6101 Год назад
So if I already have mag ride sensor deletes then I could use the c6 Z shocks?
@Debkghtulvkfjkjfxjjcj
@Debkghtulvkfjkjfxjjcj Год назад
Absolutely
@Leeyac1
@Leeyac1 Год назад
Yes!
@Toys4Life
@Toys4Life Год назад
3 yesses, proceed with plan!
@danielbudimir8519
@danielbudimir8519 14 дней назад
I think my c5 z shocks are making squeek noise any suggestions?
@Toys4Life
@Toys4Life 14 дней назад
You sure it's not your sway bar bushings or A aRm bushings?
@danielbudimir8519
@danielbudimir8519 14 дней назад
@@Toys4Life I greased the swaybar bushings...the noise went away..then returned days later
@frankorasputin1929
@frankorasputin1929 Год назад
How long should stock c5 shocks last?
@Toys4Life
@Toys4Life Год назад
Ballpark, 7 years or 70,000 miles. That having been sad, some shocks could fill within a year or two, some could go 15 years. Tons of variables and luck. IMO
@douglasjre
@douglasjre 11 месяцев назад
C5 shocks are grossly inadequate. The car isn't even drivable with them. C6 Z06 shocks are still not stiff enough for check the use
@Toys4Life
@Toys4Life 11 месяцев назад
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