I installed the Ripper in a matter of an hour. Incredibly easy and straightforward. There is a lot more noise transmitted from the tunnel that I've not heard before. Not really a complaint, but could be an issue for those that are not expecting it. The throws are much shorter and rock solid...The stick looks like it lost about an inch in overall height. The most difficult thing was to pull the locking tab out of the top of the stock shifter. I used a medium sized vice grip and a "dent-puller" and finally got it out. Before re-installation, I used my dremel tool and tapered the wedge by a few 1000's. That way it won't be impossible to pull the wedge back out. Happy shifting
I picked mine up from an www.thelapd.com
I just put my stock shifter back in for reasons I can't explain right now.
I do my installs of the shifters without removing any of the console components except for the shift boot and the piece that houses the traction control button.
Zippy,
You only have to remove 1 console component and push the other aft. Specifically, remove the coverplate that goes over the radio/climate control. There are three T-15 screws to remove and two 10mm nuts. Then, I removed the two 10mm nuts that hold the glove box in place. Slide the glove box aft...then remove the coverplate.
I can't say it's impossible to perform the install with the cover in place...espcially if you have a swival-joint 1/4" or 3/8" extension. I recommend removing the coverplate for easier access and that it's fitment back into position is exactly where the factory intended it to be.
Difficulties/lessons learned with clutch replacement on the Z06.
This is a supplement to the online instructions how to do this.
Do not try to do this from jack stands your cussing vocabulary will increase tremendously if you try. Do it on a lift preferably a two post lift.
It helps a lot if...
I had a "Check Engine" light come on over the weekend and I knew there was a way to get the code with the DIC. I checked the manual with no luck so I called the guys at DRM. Tim is great to help me with any questions I have and he sent me the following directions. I thought some of you might...
Looking to purchase a second set of wheels so I can swap out street vs AutoX tires, but I'm uncertain how the clearance / fitment will work with C6 Z06 brake assembly. Can I still run C5 Z06 OEM? Do I move to C6 Z06 OEM? Other?
Current wheels are CCW C10s, front and rear both 18".....have...
1. I get a code of C1242, "BPMV pump motor ground open circuit' and 2. when pulling key from my ignition switch, my driver's seat goes to the ease of exit position. However, when unlocking with fob and putting key in ignition, the driver's seat does not return to the previous setting. Could it...
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