C5/C6 question

vett boy · 01-22-2009, 08:54 PM

Whats the big difference between Z51 and Mag ride ?

Ms. AntiVenom · 01-22-2009, 09:32 PM

FROM WHAT I KNOW

If I'm wrong then I should spend more time listening to the shop banter.

Z51 has the more aggressive road course set-up, Magnetic ride is more of a luxury ride type.

Z51

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the Z51 Performance Package, which stiffens things up a bit for autocrossers, the target group for the package, according to GM, the Corvette becomes even more impressive on a track.

Mag Ride

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An optional Magnetic Selective Ride Control suspension features magneto-rheological dampers that detect road surfaces.

Handling and steering vary according to the suspension. One Corvette with the standard setup actually had a rather heavy steering feel. The Magnetic Selective Ride Control suspension felt lighter and more secure. Ride comfort isn't bad on good pavement.

LS2POWA · 01-22-2009, 11:42 PM

Z51- Drive it like ya stole it

Mag Ride- Out for a Sunday drive.

Z51 cars come with cross drilled rotors, slightly bigger rears i believe too. Extra oil cooler, quicker rear end gears(3.15???), stiffer front/rear sways.

I find it funny GM gives you a model make for the auto-x track, but when something breaks when using it for its built intentions, not covered under warranty for racing.

vett boy · 01-23-2009, 07:19 AM

Thanks folks.

**Rich Z** · 01-23-2009, 02:45 PM

When those magnetic shocks go out, make sure you are sitting down when they tell you replacement cost....

vett boy · 01-23-2009, 05:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Rich Z

When those magnetic shocks go out, make sure you are sitting down when they tell you replacement cost....

I was thinking just that.

98 softtail · 01-23-2009, 05:30 PM

I believe they are in the $300 range...per shock.

vett boy · 01-23-2009, 05:47 PM

Could be worse.

**Rich Z** · 01-23-2009, 09:14 PM

Well, if you buy a used C5 with that option that has 50K miles on it, figure the cost of shock replacement when negotiating the purchase price.

Or are those magnetic shocks more robust and long lasting than standard shocks?

Also standard shocks are not covered under warranty. Are these?

floridaZ · 01-24-2009, 04:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Rich Z

When those magnetic shocks go out, make sure you are sitting down when they tell you replacement cost....

Well, on the Zs, some models came with adjustable shocks. A few years ago they stopped making replacements for them, so you can't get a new one anywhere. This is a scenario to consider if you plan on keeping the car for many years.