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Forum: Corvette Stingray C7 General Discussions 07-12-2014, 09:54 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,751
Posted By CaptainChet
Value of a Radar Detector today

With the advent of Laser guns and what seems to be most used these days, how valuable is a radar detector now (Valentine1 etc)?

This question has been on my mind again since now driving a C7...
Forum: Corvette Stingray C7 General Discussions 07-12-2014, 09:32 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,839
Posted By CaptainChet
I made this video of the sinkhole cars. I agree,...

I made this video of the sinkhole cars. I agree, they should be left alone.

Enjoy, about 3:30 in length. HD

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bbr9QwH0rQk&list=UUsgbzdtbi6El8VgBsmFwEog
Forum: Stingray Photos, Videos, Media 06-11-2014, 03:02 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 13,394
Posted By CaptainChet
http://chet0318.smugmug.com/Cars/C7-Stingray-Mine-...

http://chet0318.smugmug.com/Cars/C7-Stingray-Mine-/i-w5CnnNh/0/X2/DSC08968-X2.jpg
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Suspension | Brakes 12-27-2013, 10:43 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 52,517
Posted By CaptainChet
When (if) I get a C7, I'm going to get one just...

When (if) I get a C7, I'm going to get one just like this! And I never like white nor black wheels but this is just stunning...imho.

http://www.smugmug.com/photos/i-j7kxjVp/0/L/i-j7kxjVp-L.jpg...
Forum: Corvette Stingray C7 General Discussions 11-17-2013, 03:16 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,268
Posted By CaptainChet
Take some photos (good ones), list the specs and...

Take some photos (good ones), list the specs and advertise in the For Sale section on her and on the other forum. I'm sure you will have no problem selling it if you understand it is a USED car! I'll...
Forum: Corvette Stingray C7 General Discussions 11-17-2013, 03:10 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 15,376
Posted By CaptainChet
Of the 7 owner's of C7 I've met so far, the...

Of the 7 owner's of C7 I've met so far, the youngest was maybe 45, but he worked for the Chevy dealership (manage actually so that doesn't count). All the rest-easily 50+.
Forum: Corvette Stingray C7 General Discussions 11-17-2013, 02:57 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,364
Posted By CaptainChet
The only real exception to this is the Duluth and...

The only real exception to this is the Duluth and Doraville PD. Duluth will nail you for +7 on PIB (north of Pleasant Hill) and Doraville on PIB just north of the i-285 interchange.

Otherwise, I...
Forum: Corvette Stingray C7 General Discussions 11-13-2013, 10:27 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 8,184
Posted By CaptainChet
I stopped doing that a long time ago. I now park...

I stopped doing that a long time ago. I now park just like anyone else but always try and find end spots. Found (by observing from afar) that 99.999% of the people take extra care not to hit the...
Forum: In Car Electronics (NAV, Audio, Entertainment, Gauges, etc.) 10-28-2013, 10:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 8,245
Posted By CaptainChet
Excellent advise! I had to actually cancel my...

Excellent advise! I had to actually cancel my card to stop them from renewing. No way to do that online! Never again!!!
Forum: Corvette Stingray C7 General Discussions 10-28-2013, 10:07 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 11,924
Posted By CaptainChet
Stunning car! PS, it won't melt. My neighbor has...

Stunning car! PS, it won't melt. My neighbor has a nice red one too (and I got to drive it) on a rainy day! Keeps in the garage when the sun shines :) LOL (the ugly front tire is a error in the...
Forum: Corvette Stingray C7 General Discussions 10-28-2013, 10:04 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 28,997
Posted By CaptainChet
Isn't radar pretty much 20th century these days?...

Isn't radar pretty much 20th century these days? All the police departments around me are using Laser, not radar anymore. Last time I use one, I detected just about everything but a police car!
Forum: Corvette Stingray C7 General Discussions 10-22-2013, 10:57 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 9,644
Posted By CaptainChet
Saw 5 today...not sure what colors they were! ...

Saw 5 today...not sure what colors they were!

http://www.xjetcafe.com/c7ontruck.jpg
Forum: Corvette Stingray C7 General Discussions 10-22-2013, 09:21 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 21,134
Posted By CaptainChet
Actually, cloud cover makes for better photos!...

Actually, cloud cover makes for better photos! (referring to the very first one) This is a really nice one as far as the car looks, can say much for the dumpsters or background though :). Very...
Forum: Corvette Stingray C7 General Discussions 10-22-2013, 09:18 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 55,756
Posted By CaptainChet
That's amazing about the cell behind the screen....

That's amazing about the cell behind the screen. I fly for the airlines and I know we tell you to shut off the cell (etc) but I've never seen a cell cause any interference with our screens in the...
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Wash, Wax, Detail, Bodywork, Protection 10-18-2013, 10:22 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 21,070
Posted By CaptainChet
3K sound a bit steep. The alternative is the...

3K sound a bit steep.

The alternative is the cost to have the front fender painted before you resell the car and just do touch-up along the way. Compare the costs and your personal tolerance for...
Forum: Corvette Stingray C7 General Discussions 10-18-2013, 10:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,842
Posted By CaptainChet
To follow up further on the fender replacement....

To follow up further on the fender replacement. When I first saw it I was like you, WHAT?? On on tour it was 'slow' and I got to talking to someone on the line (not a worker but they will talk to you...
Forum: Corvette Stingray C7 General Discussions 10-17-2013, 11:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,842
Posted By CaptainChet
I have been on the tour 3x (twice for the C6 and...

I have been on the tour 3x (twice for the C6 and once for the C5) and the fender replacement is nothing new. They have been doing that as SOP. What did look new (from the factory video) was now cars...
Forum: Corvette Stingray C7 General Discussions 10-13-2013, 07:32 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 8,891
Posted By CaptainChet
When your ready to sell this, please let me...

When your ready to sell this, please let me know...high mileage and all!
Forum: Stingray Photos, Videos, Media 10-01-2013, 05:42 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 10,488
Posted By CaptainChet
Terrific! So now they build them by color...

Terrific!

So now they build them by color somewhat. The C5 and C6 production line was mixed colors and models. Wonder why the change?
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