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Old 02-24-2015, 09:43 PM   #1
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2014 Factory Service Manuals Now Available!

Found out that GM has finally released the factory 2014 Stingray service manual set to Helm Inc. for public distribution. The 3 book set includes mechanical, electrical, body and more. It's the exact same manual set your dealership uses for work on your Stingray. Covers all 2014 models, and a lot will carry over to the '15s. The '15 model year manual is not yet available. I ordered my copy today!
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Old 02-25-2015, 02:04 PM   #2
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Thanks for the heads-up! Just ordered my copy.
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Old 02-26-2015, 08:41 PM   #3
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Mine has shipped. Expected delivery is Saturday, but as the office is closed on the weekend, it will likely be Monday.
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Old 02-28-2015, 11:57 AM   #4
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Just received my service manual set via FedEx! It is a 4-volume set, and is very complete. A couple things of note while thumbing through them: The body repair section has a very comprehensive section on repairs to the aluminum frame. Also, there is information for diagnosis and replacement of performance data recorder components. I gather the original intent was for the '14 to have the PDR, but it was delayed for whatever reason. This information may allow the possibility of retrofitting '14s with the PDR - assuming a certain skill level and budget of course!
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Old 03-16-2015, 04:41 AM   #5
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If you don't mind me asking, how much is the 4 volume set of factory manuals and where'd you order them from?

Thank you for your help!
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Old 03-16-2015, 06:03 AM   #6
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The company is Helm Inc. The set was only $200.00, plus $25.00 shipping. An interesting side note is while the manual is listed as for 2014s, there is information for 2015s such as the PDR and Z06-specific trim items. I haven't browsed the entire set yet, but wouldn't be surprised if the 2015 manual is the same with just a different cover.
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Old 05-28-2015, 02:18 PM   #7
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Angry Price increased 87%

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The company is Helm Inc. The set was only $200.00, plus $25.00 shipping. An interesting side note is while the manual is listed as for 2014s, there is information for 2015s such as the PDR and Z06-specific trim items. I haven't browsed the entire set yet, but wouldn't be surprised if the 2015 manual is the same with just a different cover.
This is the information on the Helm website now...

2014 Chevy Corvette Service Manual Set
Price: $375.00 In Stock - Reproduction of Original Publication Qty: Pkg Qty: 1 Media: Paper Language: English Item/Part #: GMP14Y


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Old 05-29-2015, 12:36 PM   #8
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Yes, I just checked the site. Apparently, Helm raised the price. I think everything they sell is technically a reproduction, as the dealerships get the originals upon model introduction. Should still be bound and look like the originals. Mine do.
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Old 12-12-2018, 01:07 AM   #9
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A digital version would be nice, though unauthorized copies might occur.
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Old 05-01-2019, 03:46 AM   #10
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One guy at the local meet up mentioned he will be needing a manual for his '15. Gonna pass this to him.
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