Chevrolet Corvette Stingray C7 Forum

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Posted By Max_Burnside

Wired in a Wireless GPS Tracker

Finally got around to wiring in my GPS tracker so I don't have to recharge it all the time or forget about recharging it is more likely. Wired it into the trunk fuse box. Tapped the all purple wire...

Forum: Audio, Video, Bluetooth, Nav, Radar, Electronics

03-08-2024, 11:38 AM

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Posted By Max_Burnside

Here's the parts I bought: Optimus 3.0...

Here's the parts I bought:

Optimus 3.0 Wireless GPS Tracker
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08M3YL557/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Self adjusting easy to use wire...

Forum: Audio, Video, Bluetooth, Nav, Radar, Electronics

03-08-2024, 11:23 AM

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Posted By Max_Burnside

I finaly got it working. I used the following: ...

I finaly got it working. I used the following:

1. Rechargeable GPS Tracker (no case needed) Brand I chose is Optimus 3.0 at $19.95 a month.

2. 12V Charging Socket with inline fuse

3. 12V...

Forum: Audio, Video, Bluetooth, Nav, Radar, Electronics

02-27-2024, 11:39 PM

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Posted By Max_Burnside

I was wondering about how to drill and screw a...

I was wondering about how to drill and screw a ground in there then just a couple hours ago thought about actually looking to see if a screw was already there I could use. Glad to know yours worked...

Forum: 2016+ Camaro: 6th Gen Camaro general forum

02-27-2024, 05:26 AM

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Posted By Max_Burnside

LED Bulb Replacement for All Halogen Bulbs

Not all today, but over the last week, mainly waiting on correct parts I wanted to replace all halogen bulbs with LEDs. Replaced all halogen bulbs with LED bulbs including resistors for front turn...

Forum: 2016+ Camaro: 6th Gen Camaro general forum

02-25-2024, 05:23 AM

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Need help, coolant temp gauge not working

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Posted By Max_Burnside

Had the same problem on my 2017 RS V6. There was...

Had the same problem on my 2017 RS V6. There was no reading on digital dash gague and zero reading on the analog type gague on dash. Problem was the thermostat which aftermarket dealer warranty...

Forum: 2016+ Camaro: 6th Gen Camaro general forum

02-25-2024, 04:23 AM

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Posted By Max_Burnside

Yes the dealer decal is next on the list. ...

Yes the dealer decal is next on the list.

I'm second owner so I don't know about decal but looks OEM. Its a 2017 2LT V6. I can't decide if I really like the decals or not. I mean they look good at...

Forum: Audio, Video, Bluetooth, Nav, Radar, Electronics

02-25-2024, 03:06 AM

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Posted By Max_Burnside

You're right about theives disconnecting battery....

You're right about theives disconnecting battery. SO I decided to go with a battery powered device with wired in 12V socket to ignition power (when car is running only). I'm going to power it into...

Forum: Audio, Video, Bluetooth, Nav, Radar, Electronics

02-24-2024, 05:13 AM

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Posted By Max_Burnside

So do you have a pic of where you mounted the...

So do you have a pic of where you mounted the tracker itself and wiring route? I'm thinking of leaving it in bottom of trunk near fuse box. Maybe I'll get a label on it that says amplifier or fuse...

Forum: Audio, Video, Bluetooth, Nav, Radar, Electronics

02-24-2024, 04:38 AM

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Posted By Max_Burnside

Thanks for that. Great info. But I need an always...

Thanks for that. Great info. But I need an always on power wire with ground wire since mine doesn't have a battery. I choose this one since its less than $13 a month half the price of others. Is...

Forum: 2016+ Camaro: 6th Gen Camaro general forum

02-23-2024, 03:33 PM

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Posted By Max_Burnside

17 Camaro RS 3.6L Garnet Red

Today I installed ZL1-Addons Lift Pads and treated vinyl trim and tires with Chem Guys rubber/vinyl renew gel. Since I got it on Jan 12th and since this is my first post in this thread, I did:
...

Forum: Audio, Video, Bluetooth, Nav, Radar, Electronics

02-22-2024, 06:58 PM

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Posted By Max_Burnside

Thank you!

Thank you!

Forum: Audio, Video, Bluetooth, Nav, Radar, Electronics

02-22-2024, 06:57 PM

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Posted By Max_Burnside

I'm not an Apple user.

I'm not an Apple user.

Forum: Audio, Video, Bluetooth, Nav, Radar, Electronics

02-15-2024, 01:14 AM

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Posted By Max_Burnside

Where/what location and what does wire look like...

Where/what location and what does wire look like (colors)? That would be another option.

Forum: Audio, Video, Bluetooth, Nav, Radar, Electronics

02-12-2024, 08:09 PM

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Posted By Max_Burnside

Wiring in a GPS Tracker in Hidden Location?

Anyone wire in a GPS locator in a hidden area using an always on hot wire? I was thinking of hooking to battery like instruction say but that'll be the first place they look. Wired GPS locator...

Forum: Suspension | Brakes | Chassis

02-08-2024, 08:58 AM

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Questions on Koni and Bilstein Struts for comfort and preformance

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Posted By Max_Burnside

That's good info. That's what I assumed from...

That's good info. That's what I assumed from description but ya know how manufacturers like to put a spin on thngs that don't quite perform in real world testing so thats why I ask here. I also...

Forum: Suspension | Brakes | Chassis

02-07-2024, 11:17 PM

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Questions on Koni and Bilstein Struts for comfort and preformance

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Posted By Max_Burnside

Questions on Koni and Bilstein Struts for comfort and preformance

Hi all. I tried looking for an answer but didn't find what I needed.

I have a 2017 RS with a V6. Currently running stock tires with chrome SS reporductions' 20x9's. My mechanic said the rattle I...

Forum: V6 LGX Engine, Exhaust, and Bolt-Ons

02-07-2024, 06:00 AM

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Genuine GM Chevrolet Performance Exhaust Upgrade

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Posted By Max_Burnside

Yeah I wasn't looking for obnoxiously loud. I...

Yeah I wasn't looking for obnoxiously loud. I used to have a truck with a really loud exhaust that would set off car alarms parked behind me upon start up. It wasn't so cool to others I found out and...

Forum: Photos | Videos | Renderings

01-31-2024, 05:28 PM

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New Coat of Ceramic on Garnet Red Tintcoat

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Posted By Max_Burnside

New Coat of Ceramic on Garnet Red Tintcoat

Before and after. Can you guess which? Hint: the one you can see the trees clearly in is the after photo. Also put a coat of Rain X on the windshield. Much better shine now.

Forum: Wheels | Tires -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack

01-29-2024, 07:25 PM

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Stock 245/40ZR20 on a 9" or 9.5" Wheel?

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Posted By Max_Burnside

Thanks for the reply. I found the answer I was...

Thanks for the reply. I found the answer I was looking for earlier with a phone call with Fitment Industries. He said I'd get zero stretch from 9" BUT a 1/2 or stage 1 stretch from a 9.5" rim. I...

Forum: Wheels | Tires -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack

01-29-2024, 06:50 AM

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Stock 245/40ZR20 on a 9" or 9.5" Wheel?

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Posted By Max_Burnside

Stock 245/40ZR20 on a 9" or 9.5" Wheel?

If anyone has done this on a 9" wheel or a 9.5" wheel, can you tell me does the tire sidewall on a 245/40 stock tire look straight up and down to the tire edge or does it look stretched? Tire specs...

Forum: V6 LGX Engine, Exhaust, and Bolt-Ons

01-26-2024, 06:09 PM

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Genuine GM Chevrolet Performance Exhaust Upgrade

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Posted By Max_Burnside

That's why I'm here asking the question. With so...

That's why I'm here asking the question. With so many ssatisfied I was just wondering if anyone has had any troubles with their aftermarket system or not. Like I said I can't find anything negative...

Forum: V6 LGX Engine, Exhaust, and Bolt-Ons

01-25-2024, 02:01 AM

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Genuine GM Chevrolet Performance Exhaust Upgrade

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Posted By Max_Burnside

Thanks everyone for the info. I suppose I need to...

Thanks everyone for the info. I suppose I need to ask the dealer directly if they'll guarantee it'll run right and if not they can fix it. Which I doubt they will for free.

No the mechanic doesn't...

Forum: V6 LGX Engine, Exhaust, and Bolt-Ons

01-24-2024, 07:59 PM

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Genuine GM Chevrolet Performance Exhaust Upgrade

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Posted By Max_Burnside

Genuine GM Chevrolet Performance Exhaust Upgrade

I am looking into an exhaust with no drone and choose the Borla S Type but my mechanic said they don't run right afterward and not to modify it.

So does GM guarantee it will run right if I get the...

Forum: Wheels | Tires -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack

01-24-2024, 07:21 PM

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Views: 2,872

Posted By Max_Burnside

Thanks guys. Guy ended up misrepresenting the...

Thanks guys. Guy ended up misrepresenting the wheels as perfect so no go on these.

But thanks for the information. I will know next time around. Thanks again everyone. :w00t:

Forum: Wheels | Tires -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack

01-24-2024, 12:36 PM

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Posted By Max_Burnside

Thank you! I saw that guide but unsure. My car is...

Thank you! I saw that guide but unsure. My car is in shop right now but mechanic says I have same tires size front and rear tho. Dealer put them on so it may not be correct tires in rear? 245/40r20's...

Forum: Wheels | Tires -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack

01-24-2024, 11:46 AM

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Views: 2,872

Posted By Max_Burnside

Ok, upon more searching rear of SS is 9.5" wide...

Ok, upon more searching rear of SS is 9.5" wide with same offset hub outward but 1" deeper inside hub (behind wheel well). I don't thinnk it will work being mine are 8.5" rear and his is 9.5" rear......

Forum: Wheels | Tires -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack

01-24-2024, 11:25 AM

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