• Got the Contributing Memberships stuff finally worked out and made up a thread as a sort of "How-To" to help people figure out how to participate. So if you need help figuring it out, here's the thread you need to take a look at -> http://www.corvetteflorida.com/forums/showthread.php?t=3581 Thank you, everyone! Rich Z.

C5/C6 question

FROM WHAT I KNOW:lmao: 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
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.
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Mag Ride
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.
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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. :banghead:
 
When those magnetic shocks go out, make sure you are sitting down when they tell you replacement cost....
 
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?
 
Rich Z said:
When those magnetic shocks go out, make sure you are sitting down when they tell you replacement cost....
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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.
 
Point well made .If I'm still able i'd like to think that this isn't my last .AND if GM is still able to produce Corvettes.:D
 
There are "jumpers" available for those so that you can run stock or aftermarket shocks and the BCM doesn't have a meltdown. :eek:

Joe B.
 
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