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Forum: ZL1 Discussions 05-17-2018, 08:03 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,708
Posted By thompstl1
9,100.... but will have right at 10,000 by the...

9,100.... but will have right at 10,000 by the time I get to Indiana (which they agreed to).
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 05-17-2018, 04:31 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,708
Posted By thompstl1
Well, as I said in an earlier post, I'd been...

Well, as I said in an earlier post, I'd been lusting after one of the C65's.

After looking at the picture of yours I got on the internet today and tomorrow I'm heading out to Indiana (900 miles)...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 05-16-2018, 07:50 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,708
Posted By thompstl1
I've been lusting after the C65 Z06 myself! ...

I've been lusting after the C65 Z06 myself! Beautiful car! Congratulations!
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 04-21-2018, 05:45 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,688
Posted By thompstl1
Dick, I'm the guy with the same exact problem...

Dick,
I'm the guy with the same exact problem at the Mile....
That said, I'm having trouble with the cold transmission theory. Reason being is there were 3 other ZL1's running at the Mile and I...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 04-19-2018, 07:47 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,642
Posted By thompstl1
There is a Discount Tire in Bowling Green that is...

There is a Discount Tire in Bowling Green that is rated well. Overall, I've had pretty good success with Discount Tire, although not specifically the Bowling Green one.

Wherever you choose, I...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 04-15-2018, 06:25 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 17,024
Posted By thompstl1
I’ve had the GY’s and the PS4S’s on both my ZL1...

I’ve had the GY’s and the PS4S’s on both my ZL1 and previously on my SS1LE.
For track use, I’ll differ to those with more experience and accept the GY’s are better on the track.

For street...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 04-12-2018, 09:22 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,337
Posted By thompstl1
I'm 6'-2". I could not put the seat in a...

I'm 6'-2". I could not put the seat in a comfortable driving position (with a helmet) in either my 2015 S/S 1LE (with a sunroof) or the 2017 ZR1 with a sunroof. I like them, but didn't order my...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 04-10-2018, 03:13 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,781
Posted By thompstl1
I uploaded the PDR of my 1st run to Utube. Take...

I uploaded the PDR of my 1st run to Utube. Take a look and see if this is what you experienced. Keep in mind the temperature is in the 40's, my first run and a 22 mph head wind! I was scrambling...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 04-10-2018, 10:17 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,831
Posted By thompstl1
I opted to have my film cut and placed over the...

I opted to have my film cut and placed over the emblems. It's barely noticeable, and I didn't want to risk any problem removing the emblems or having the emblems placed back over the film.
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 04-10-2018, 09:53 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,781
Posted By thompstl1
I went back and carefully reviewed all of my PDR...

I went back and carefully reviewed all of my PDR videos of the Mile run. I did find something that could be contributing to the bad shift;

It was a cool day (40's) and the runway in Victoria is...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 04-10-2018, 09:25 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,781
Posted By thompstl1
I know when mine was shifting poorly at the Mile...

I know when mine was shifting poorly at the Mile the engine would rev to about 5,700 rpms and it would "hang" there in 3rd gear (like the rev limiter was engaging). After about 2 seconds, it would...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 04-09-2018, 02:22 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,781
Posted By thompstl1
Hi Dick, I'm the member that had the same...

Hi Dick,

I'm the member that had the same problem at the Mile. Looks like disconnecting the battery worked for both of us.

I took mine to the dealer also, and he said I had the latest...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 04-05-2018, 06:00 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,937
Posted By thompstl1
With a very similar question (not a Charger or...

With a very similar question (not a Charger or Challenger) my insurance guy told me it's all about the information in their database on frequency and amount they've paid out on claims.
My guess is...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 03-23-2018, 04:58 AM
Replies: 364
Views: 69,039
Posted By thompstl1
My car's done this since I first accelerated hard...

My car's done this since I first accelerated hard after break-in. 8,000 miles later it still does it. A-10, stock tires. Other's have reported similar problems on different threads as well.
...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 03-05-2018, 06:20 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,777
Posted By thompstl1
Diesel motor oils have higher levels of zinc and...

Diesel motor oils have higher levels of zinc and phosphorous (anti-wear additives) than the dexos1 or other conventional synthetic motor oils for gas automobile engines. Zinc and phosphorous are...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 02-25-2018, 08:44 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,949
Posted By thompstl1
I had the mirrors and spoiler painted Mosiac...

I had the mirrors and spoiler painted Mosiac black on mine and I think the black looks good on all our cars!
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 02-15-2018, 12:33 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,801
Posted By thompstl1
I thought the same thing. My F-150 6 speed has...

I thought the same thing. My F-150 6 speed has done it since brand new. So bad in fact I videoed how long it took to engage the transmission oafter sitting a couple of days (probably 20 seconds of...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 02-15-2018, 08:33 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,801
Posted By thompstl1
That explanation sounds exactly like what I'm...

That explanation sounds exactly like what I'm feeling when the transmission "bumps". To support that theory, I've noticed when the car sits for long periods of time it's slow to "grab" going into...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 02-15-2018, 06:45 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 7,716
Posted By thompstl1
My dealer told me (plus I've read it on other...

My dealer told me (plus I've read it on other postings) there were newly designed nuts that needed to be installed and torqued. Is it possible your dealer only torqued and didn't install the new...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 02-15-2018, 06:38 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,801
Posted By thompstl1
Mine does this too on occasion. To me, it feels...

Mine does this too on occasion. To me, it feels like the drive clutches in the transmission engage momentarily, even though it's in park. Feels like it is slightly in gear, but in park at the same...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 02-14-2018, 09:41 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 7,716
Posted By thompstl1
Pretty sure there is a service bulletin out on...

Pretty sure there is a service bulletin out on this. My dealer was aware of the issue. He took the wheels off, cleaned the mating surfaces between wheels and calipers and torqued. That made the...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 02-08-2018, 06:38 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,507
Posted By thompstl1
I've used magnetic before and they work well...

I've used magnetic before and they work well also. I did notice the magnetic ones slightly marred the car's finish after quite a bit of use..., but it easily polished out.
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 02-08-2018, 06:12 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,507
Posted By thompstl1
I've used two kinds... the ones I like best are...

I've used two kinds... the ones I like best are vinyl and made by just about any sign/graphics shop. They have a little adhesive on the back. I always spray the area with a few drops of Dawn in a...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 02-03-2018, 06:19 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 13,057
Posted By thompstl1
So at this point I'm at a loss..... I took...

So at this point I'm at a loss.....
I took your suggestion and went out on the road today. Did a 7 second hold in both Tour and Sport (exactly as I had done at the Texas Mile). Both lights on.......
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 01-30-2018, 04:51 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 13,057
Posted By thompstl1
At the Texas Mile, I tried every single mode...

At the Texas Mile, I tried every single mode available with both lights on... no burnout ability (it was actually embarrassing)!

With only 1 light on (the first one) I could do a burnout...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 01-29-2018, 08:43 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 13,057
Posted By thompstl1
You might try this in yours and see if it works...

You might try this in yours and see if it works differently. There seems to be a lot of confusion on whether the dual lights really turn off traction control. I know there is a LOT of assumption...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 01-29-2018, 06:30 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 13,057
Posted By thompstl1
I understand.. My car won't do a burn out with...

I understand.. My car won't do a burn out with both lights on, regardless of what mode I'm in.

It's pretty confusing! I know members on the Corvette forum have found their Corvettes work the...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 01-28-2018, 06:53 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 13,057
Posted By thompstl1
On my car, if you hold down the traction control...

On my car, if you hold down the traction control button until both lights come on, it DOES NOT turn off all nannies (on my car anyway, and other's I've talked to also).

At the Texas Mile I was...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 01-17-2018, 12:15 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,129
Posted By thompstl1
I have the car's recorder demonstrating 176 mph...

I have the car's recorder demonstrating 176 mph at the Texas mile (A10 in 7th gear). The car was still climbing well, but chewing up ground quickly.

Because there was so much room to stop, I kept...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 01-04-2018, 11:09 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,805
Posted By thompstl1
No, the A10

No, the A10
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