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04-27-2012, 03:13 PM
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Jacking pucks.....
Ran into an unusual (and somewhat surprising) situation the other day when changing my rotors and pads on my C5Z. BTW she sits at a "stock" height with Portenza's 265/40r17 and 295/35r18). What I found was that the jacks (2) would not fit under the Vette if the pucks were in place. I had to very carefully watch jack placement as opposed to using the pucks. Kinda thought that was a little unusual.
The only change from pure stock was the Portenza's. I wonder if this is a little lower then stock GY's and is anyone in need of 4 new pucks? 
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04-27-2012, 03:27 PM
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I had to buy a low profile jack to use on my cars. Seems most regular jacks aren't designed to go so low. That can even be a problem with some lifts, as the arms may not fit underneath of the car.
Of course, if your car has been lowered, that can certainly make this situation even worse.
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04-27-2012, 04:20 PM
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Ken,
If I was you I would keep the pucks in the trunk, just in case you have a situation on the road and the shop does not have pucks to protect the car. You have already spent the money, just keep them in the trunk for an emergency.
Just my opinion.
Rich
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04-27-2012, 04:22 PM
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That's exactly where they stay Rich. I was just kidding about getting rid of them, honest. 
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04-27-2012, 06:08 PM
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Here's what I mounted on Connie's C6 -> http://www.eliteengineeringusa.com/Frame_rails.html
Got a set of them for the C5Z as well, but that's pretty low on the priority list right now.
Unfortunately they don't make them to fit the C6 Z06. After seeing the frame on that car, I can understand why it would be a challenge to make a set for it.
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04-28-2012, 07:43 PM
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KEN I don't know if this would be of any help to you but I started using this method several years back and it works for me.
http://www.z06vette.com/diy_lift.php
Click on the images to enlarge the photo. Also check out Rhino Ramps...
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04-29-2012, 10:28 AM
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I like that method. I used a similar method with the C3 but have not even tried with the C5.
Thanks Dave. I'll use it.
Ken
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05-01-2012, 12:57 PM
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I had the same issue with my Z and the stock gy's. Ended up not using the pucks at all.
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05-01-2012, 06:59 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Rich Z
Here's what I mounted on Connie's C6 -> http://www.eliteengineeringusa.com/Frame_rails.html
Got a set of them for the C5Z as well, but that's pretty low on the priority list right now.
Unfortunately they don't make them to fit the C6 Z06. After seeing the frame on that car, I can understand why it would be a challenge to make a set for it. |
I like those...keep that on file for when I finally get my C6
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05-12-2012, 01:20 PM
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Look in your Owner's manual or Shop manual and you will see alternate jack locations. The rear crossmember, etc, etc, etc. Hope this helps.
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