Hello everyone and welcome back to Brink of Speed. Today, I will show you C8 driving secrets that I believe you can't do without knowing. I did a video like this for my C7 Corvette and everyone loved it. This one has even more secrets for the C8 and they are all great! If you own a C8 Corvette and learned something from this video, please leave me a comment down below and let me know which one you found to be most helpful to you. Have a wonderful SAFE week everyone!

@BrinkofSpeed

4 жыл бұрын

GENE PINKARD COMMACENTS Thank you Gene, I really appreciate it! Yes, you can rev as high as you want to when the paddles are in. It certainly does have loads of traction, but once the Z06 and above versions come out with 150 & more HP that traction will go bye bye, thus a need for AWD. 😊

@markdangerfield8140

Жыл бұрын

@@BrinkofSpeed what happened to the other Corvette that used to have?

I've been teaching proper mirror adjustment for 20 years. Thanks for showing a larger audience

Dude, thank you so much, the tip for adjusting my side mirrors was fantastic. Thank you.

Corvette academy is on line now and GM engineers are walking you through all technical operation of all the C8 features.

That thing sounds so good at WOT. So glad they carried over the 6.2 to this c8

@BrinkofSpeed

4 жыл бұрын

Heck yeah, me too.

@LS1LT1

4 жыл бұрын

Yes they'd carried it over but to top it all off, it's even better now (various upgrades/improvements, more power, standard dry sump etc.) as well! :-)

I had no idea about holding down the left paddle only and gunning it. Very useful. Thank you.

@BrinkofSpeed

4 жыл бұрын

Awesome, I'm glad you found this video useful, and you're very welcome. 🙂

Thank you so much. This is valuable information for me as a first time Corvette owner.

@BrinkofSpeed

4 жыл бұрын

Joe Field You’re very welcome, I’m so happy you learned from it and congratulations on your new Corvette!

This information was absolutely fantastic and useful! Thank you!

@BrinkofSpeed

4 жыл бұрын

Richard Rigia I’m so happy you found it useful and enjoyed it! You’re welcome! 😊

Great tips, can’t wait to get my car so I can try them. Thank you for the tips on the mirrors, I was always wondering about the Blindspot’s.

Thanks for the details Mike. I really appreciate the recommendations on sideview mirror setup. I did know most of the other secrets since I have been waiting impatiently for over a year. I am one of the Kerbeck ELB almost builds with a TPW of 3/16. I am living vicariously through you...lol

@BrinkofSpeed

4 жыл бұрын

Robert Matland You’re very welcome! Yes sir, it is a life saver for sure. It sucks waiting for a car like this. I hope you get it sooner than later. I will do my best to make every video a great adventure for you to experience 😊👍👊

Excellent & valuable info, Mike. Thanks.

@BrinkofSpeed

4 жыл бұрын

Harry Smith Thank you, I’m happy you found it helpful. You’re welcome 😊

Thanks for the paddle info!

Wow! Awesome secrets Brink. I also love the part when you unlocked the car at 13:58 and the side mirrors unfolded.

@BrinkofSpeed

4 жыл бұрын

Amin Inshassi Thank you, I’m happy you enjoyed them. Heck yeah, the mirrors are so cool on this car!

Nice video I’m gonna try that tip about mirrors on my C6 and see how that works out...👍🏻

@BrinkofSpeed

4 жыл бұрын

Steve Dolan Thank you. It will work perfect on your C6 and every car you own. 😊

Awesome tips! Thanks Buddy!

@BrinkofSpeed

4 жыл бұрын

Dean Porostovsky You’re very welcome. I’m glad you liked them.

Cool stuff. Love all the extras this new Gen brings to the table.

@BrinkofSpeed

4 жыл бұрын

Robert Szyka Heck yeah, I do to Robert. 😊

Man cant wait to get my new job & the C8. Whichever version I decide. They're all sweet

@BrinkofSpeed

4 жыл бұрын

Boywonderr71 Heck yeah!

Was a refresher on a lot of those. Can’t wait to try the mirror settings!!!👍

@BrinkofSpeed

4 жыл бұрын

TheVetters Awesome, yeah the mirror one is the best one because it will literally save your life.

Great information!👍

Thank you. So useful, esp as a new C8 owner!

Nice video! I want to elaborate on the blind spot settings of the mirrors. You are right on in the way you INITIALLY set them up. I saw this tip way back when I was a kid in the 70’s which was an article in Popular Science magazine called never have a blind spot. Once you have set them up as you fantastically showed, to fine tune it perfectly, you need to do the following while you are driving on a STRAIGHT road with traffic. The premises is that your rear view mirror is the main view always. You wait for the opportunity for a car to be coming up on you from the left lane. You should see the the entire front of the car approaching you in your rear view. As soon as you see the car passing you, front edge disappears (or headlight) from the rear view, make sure to fine tune adjust the left mirror so that the front edge or headlight appears in the side mirror. When you have set it properly, you will then see the middle of the car in your rear view and the other half appears in your left mirror. When the car moves further past you, you will see the entire front disappear from the rear view and will now be entirely in the side view. WARNING!!, At this point that car is in an area that would be too late for you to drive into that left lane as he is now in your actual blind spot (but you see him). As the car begins to disappear from your side view, you should start to see that he has appeared in your peripheral vision. You will never have a side swipe nor never see a car come out of now where if you are always scanning your rear and side view mirrors while driving (like you are supposed to do paying attention to driving). Now if only I could get my wife to understand this just like the majority of drivers think they need to see the side of their car which is wrong. 😅

Another great video and content, I agree 100% 480p is trash who in today’s world would want that setting, Lol. Keep up the great work.

@BrinkofSpeed

4 жыл бұрын

Rafael Acosta Thank you, I’m happy you enjoyed it. Yeah, I’m not sure what GM was thinking when they added that low of resolution, but whatever, at least we can switch it to 1080p. I sure will bro! 😊

I love this presentation. So much I would not have discovered on my own. Put my order in last March. Given that production is going full speed, I hope I get mine next Easter.

Great content!

Wow great tip and tricks can't wait to test them out on my C8

@BrinkofSpeed

4 жыл бұрын

Mid-Engine Matt Awesome, I’m happy you found them helpful! 😊

Great video again! Caution! C8 1LT does not have the review mirror camera, blind spot mirror protection, or power fold in mirrors. The mirror adjustment tip is a must do!

@BrinkofSpeed

4 жыл бұрын

L T Thank you, that is true, I should have added that in there. The good news though is, the mirror adjustment works on any LT😊

@dennisdiceglio2144

Ай бұрын

I have a 1,lt and it does rear view camera mirror😊

The recommended mirror adjustment is something I will try. Usually, I'm not comfortable unless I see part of my car in the mirror. Fold in the mirrors when going through a drive through of ATM. The #1 secret. The rear lid open has been in a couple of other videos, but worth showing again. AF

thanks so much! This is the coolest sight!

I would never ever be able to adjust the mirrors as I need to see sliver of car but I find no problems using mirrors and the rear view camera . Camera a great feature. Great content Mike!!

Very informative, great job

@BrinkofSpeed

4 жыл бұрын

William Eason Thank you, I’m happy you enjoyed it.

Wow nice keep it up thanks for the tips.dint know about holding down the left paddles

@BrinkofSpeed

4 жыл бұрын

omercop2 Thank you, I’m glad you enjoyed it and learned something. 😊

The mirror adjustment is good advise especially for those with manual mirrors.

Good Job Mike... Handy info IF and WHEN I get my 8! Keep them coming .... this is like taking delivery at the Museum a little bit at a time... Plus I will be able to look back on things I forgot.... Which happens when your 72.... BTW... Had any experience with the Spring Mountain driving school? I’ve done a couple with BMW... loved them!

@BrinkofSpeed

4 жыл бұрын

Bill Dillard Thank you, I’m glad you enjoyed it. I hope you get yours sooner than later! I haven’t been there yet, but I’m definitely gonna go as soon as Vegas opens back up. I can’t wait to go! I bet you had fun with your BMW schools.

Great tip on the mirrors, thanks

@BrinkofSpeed

4 жыл бұрын

I’m glad you found it helpful, you’re welcome 😊

Thx Mike I'll do the mirrors.question I'm wanto order a new Z06 at msrp. Any suggestions ?

I can’t wait to get mine!

@BrinkofSpeed

4 жыл бұрын

Beach Guy I hope you get it sooner than later! 😊

smart I will try that thank you for the mirror trick

Nice explanation of a good use of mymode and zmode. I was wondering why they provided 2 settings.

New owner here, great tips!!

What about the low tire filling up at an air station and the horn honks and turn signal flashes when it gets to the recommended tire pressure.

@BrinkofSpeed

4 жыл бұрын

bob green That’s cool, but where I get air, you set what pressure you want and it stops at that pressure 😊

I am in the area and canceled my C8 order and bought a C7 Z06 2019, we should meet up and do some side by side comparisons and testing.

@BrinkofSpeed

4 жыл бұрын

Eric Wallace Nice, that would be fun for sure! 😊

Well, once again the electronic wizardry is amazing. As to the PDR quality. Hmm, 480p? Why didn't GM just include an option for an 8-track player as well?😉 I remember your C7 upload as respects setting one's view with the exterior mirrors. I actually went out to the Vette right after the upload and did it. Took the Vette out on the road and I had my "SOB" moment with "It really does work! 👍 Having said all this, it does beg the question as to why GM didn't do exterior electronic mirrors like they did with the interior mirror? As to the double-tap for widow roll down, will the Vette remain locked? Love the extra push "secret" of engine bay lid. I think the Owner's Manual needs to have a chapter labeled as: "SECRETS OF THE C8." Then the owner could open the chapter and read: "Call 1-800-BOS-BRNK! 😁 Save the Wave🙋🏼‍♂️

@BrinkofSpeed

4 жыл бұрын

Peter Carey It sure is Peter. I totally agree, who would leave it in 480p mode, I made the mistake of not checking the settings the first time I used it and was horrified by the footage when I got home. Heck yeah, the mirror thing is a life saver for sure. The car actually is unlocked at that point so you would have to hit lock to lock it back. It’s great for if it’s super hot out and you start your car from a distance coming out of a store, you can then roll the windows down and let all the hot air out while you walk to your car. Yeah, the trunk raising up like that is really cool for sure. Lol, that number actually exists Peter, be careful what you wish for 😉😉

@petercarey6883

4 жыл бұрын

@@BrinkofSpeed As the saying goes, "I got your number!" 😉 AND, I got it on Speed Dial!😁

@BrinkofSpeed

4 жыл бұрын

@@petercarey6883 Yes sir! 🙂👍

Thank-you for the blind spot mirror adjustment. Great idea!!. Too bad my C7 doesn't have a rear view camera.

@BrinkofSpeed

4 жыл бұрын

Daniel Benninghoff You’re welcome, I agree, that mirror camera is amazing!

Mike you are pro on Corvette information

@BrinkofSpeed

4 жыл бұрын

Robert Brand Thank you sir. 😊

Mike, Great review. I just got my first Corvette, C8, 3LT, Z51 loaded. I love it. I didn't know about the paddles and neutral or the double click on the windows. Your side mirror advice is so smart and I do it on all my cars. Can you tell me why so many corvette drivers lose control off the line and crash their Corvettes. I'm guess ing so much power and so light a car, but it amazes me how many of these gorgeous cars get crashed this way. Thanks.

@BrinkofSpeed

4 жыл бұрын

Ralph Liniado Thank you, and congratulations on your new C8! I’m glad you enjoyed it and learned from it. Yes, there are way too many people out there that can’t handle a normal car well, let alone a super powerful one.

@josephmccullough7163

4 жыл бұрын

Ralph Liniado cause everyone turns off traction control especially if your racing from a dig cause it will take away power from witch ever tire is slipping therefore slowing you down a little. So. Ppl turn it off ..(hit the send it button) and they loose control

@Hightimbers41

4 жыл бұрын

@@josephmccullough7163 Thanks Joseph. Totally makes sense what happens. I have a friend with a Z06 and I keep warning him to be careful with it. So much power!

Helpful video! Does the car start in mymode?

Mike, I took delivery of my 2023 2LT hardtop convertible Stingray in February 2023. When trying to customize my Z Mode and My mode, I don’t see the option to select Track as an option for engine, exhaust, etc. I have the Performance Exhaust option, but quite honestly it’s not what I expected when in Z mode. Not loud enough. Can you comment on the customization of Modes again?

Use 480p video mode in the Performance Data Recorder to save memory or use a small memory card.

@BrinkofSpeed

4 жыл бұрын

James Avakian Na, with a 32gb SD you won’t run out of memory for like 200 hours of use at 1080p. 480p is 20+ year old technology.

Great tips Mike I know that they will help those new C8 owners out there, I remember the mirror tip from the C7 video you had put out a while ago... How do you find those secrets, do tell👍👍👍

@BrinkofSpeed

4 жыл бұрын

PR 65 Thank you Juan, I really appreciate it. Yep, the mirror is the best one for sure. I just drive my car for a while and find things, along with research. 😊

@harrysmith2431

4 жыл бұрын

PR 65, I wander, does '"PR" stand for "Puerto Rico", or are they the initials of your name? I'm curious because I'm from, and live in, Puerto Rico.

@PR-qb4qh

4 жыл бұрын

@@harrysmith2431 Yes, it does stand for Puerto Rico

Almost “Double Nickel” Subscribers!!! 55K Congratulations Mike!!! 🎉❤❤❤❤❤🎉 You just have to get a ZO6 soon! PLEASE GM, SEE TO IT!!!

I also found the Sun Visor does not fold enough 😮 to block the bright Sun or you must set up tall in the seat…. The Passenger Side Blind Spot is terrible and the “Warning System” will provide notification, but the approaching car is already beside you it seems.

@3:45 of the video you say hold down the left paddle shifter & mash your gas pedal. Is holding down the paddle shifter you pushing the shifter toward the dash or you pulling it toward you as the driver? I don't know, I've never owned an automatic with a paddle shifter technology.

Great Video to fast for me 😊

@BrinkofSpeed

4 жыл бұрын

Victor Johnson Awesome, I’m so glad you enjoyed it! 😊

What’s up Mike, just watched your video and loved all the tips. just trying to understand the mashing the gas and holding left paddle. So when you said mash the gas how does it drop it into 2 or 3rd gear without the car going? With the paddles holding the left one in drops to 2nd or 3rd you gun it and let go right?

@BrinkofSpeed

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome, I’m glad you enjoyed it. Yes, mash the gas, and let off immediately. It will downshift to a gear that will put you right at a good RPM for racing. Same goes for the left paddle, except, it isn’t as accurate and sometimes puts you in too low of a gear.

In the C7 you can blip the gas pedal to the floor let up quickly and the trans will drop down to the best lowest gear for what ever speed your going, The DIC will say trans in performance shift mode. This will only stay for about 30 seconds. Must be in sport or track mode.

@BrinkofSpeed

4 жыл бұрын

D & K Vloggers Yep

Hi how you close the miror whit the remote ?

When ordering interior I see some are #1 all red and some #2 are seats, center console and doors.. How do you order #2

Hey, Mike I really love your C8 the right color and the right setup enjoy the car and be safe out there. We don't have the C8 here in central Fl yet. my dealership has my deposit for 2021 corvette. he stated there is no more 2020 corvette because of shut down. of Ocala, FL I'm so sad and very mad, I have to wait.

@BrinkofSpeed

4 жыл бұрын

Walter Ira Parks Jr Thank you, I’m so sorry you aren’t going to get yours anytime soon.

@BrinkofSpeed

4 жыл бұрын

Walter Ira Parks Jr Thank you, I’m so sorry you aren’t going to get yours anytime soon.

Great videos Mike and great tips! C8 owners may already know this but there is a "cigarette type" outlet under the glovebox to the left. Also, when you put the car in reverse do the side mirrors automatically tilt down or is that a setting you can choose?

@BrinkofSpeed

4 жыл бұрын

Brian Kapp Thank you, Yep, I should have added that into the video for sure. Umm, no they don’t tilt down and I’m not sure if you can set them up to do that or not.

@briankapp5827

4 жыл бұрын

Check your settings or the manual because I thought I saw a video from someone showing they can tilt down when in reverse.

@markdangerfield8140

Жыл бұрын

@@BrinkofSpeed 😂

@johnasbury9915

Жыл бұрын

You can tilt them down, I believe one or both of em… great video!

480p would be used to record extremely long driving sessions as the resultant video output file(s) require far less space

Mike good info. We couldn’t see what happened to windows when you pressed unlock twice. Tried it on our c8 nothing happened.

Need my Cup O Joe. BRB!

@BrinkofSpeed

4 жыл бұрын

Sounds good 😊

In your video you stayed at that you always had a Z06 and now you have a stingray C8 why did you go to the stingray C8? is there a difference? and do you regret going to a stingray from a Z06 from later models?

@9:80min. 480p to 1080p may be a back up & is available for you if the 1080p is dysfunctional. I don't know but that's my personal thought. Maybe we inquire GM about that. 1080pixel vs. 480pixel.

Here’s a different point of view after trying to mirror trick. I think I like the mirrors the old way and use the blind spot System for what it was intended, seeing when someone’s in the Blindspot!! What do you think?

👍👍

480p “looks like straight trash” 😂😂😂😂 I totally agree. BTW, My ZO6 windows and top lowers by key fob 🤷‍♂️. Oh, might want to put a disclaimer on this vid at the mirror adjustment part ... you said “you will never hit a car” in your blind spot, - u don’t want a lawsuit.

@BrinkofSpeed

4 жыл бұрын

Brad Mason Lol, it sure does! 😂🤣😂 Yeah, I guess I should have said, this is the first Corvette Coupe that has the window feature. Only convertibles had that option. I thought about doing the disclaimer thing of course after I had made the video. 🤦‍♂️ Thank you for your kind words and support. 😊

The #1 Secret is when you double click on you key fob the windows automatically roll down? Not sure. Just asking. But if so what is the advantage of your windows rolling down? To air out the car on a hot day? More importantly, I love your white C8. Have you considered getting polished chrome trident wheels for your car? There is just something about white and chrome that goes so well together.

@BrinkofSpeed

4 жыл бұрын

It’s great for if it’s super hot out and you start your car from a distance coming out of a store, you can then roll the windows down and let all the hot air out while you walk to your car. As far as the wheels go, sorry man but I’m not a chrome fan at all. Yeah, the trunk raising up like that is really cool for sure. Lol, that number actually exists Peter, be careful what you wish for 😉😉

@davidhunternyc1

4 жыл бұрын

@@BrinkofSpeed Thanks for the clarification. Yeah, I found white Ferrari 306 with chrome wheels and though the car still looks great the color combo looks dated.

@awsmdad5257

4 жыл бұрын

davidhunternyc Everyone has black wheels on their white corvettes, I have a set of black and chrome and get many more complaints when running the chrome. Maybe the black wheel fad is fading.

@davidhunternyc1

4 жыл бұрын

@@awsmdad5257 Wow, thank you. From someone who has both set of wheels your opinion matters. Did you say you get more "complaints" running the chrome or more "compliments" when running the chrome. Depending on the shape of the rims I think chrome and white can be an elegant combination. I don't think, however, the black wheel thing is fading. I've never thought that black rims against the black rubber looked very good. I have seen black rims that have a thin lip of polished aluminum up against the rubber and the delineation sets off the rim better.

@awsmdad5257

4 жыл бұрын

davidhunternyc Sorry spellcheck got me. More compliments with chrome.

Mike, Does the neutral trick work on the 16 z06 too?

@BrinkofSpeed

4 жыл бұрын

Garfield Redden Unfortunately no, only on the C8, however the left paddle trick and mashing gas works on the C7.

When u pull in the left paddle does it maintain your speed or do u still have control over the throttle?

@BrinkofSpeed

4 жыл бұрын

Walter Miller No, you have to maintain your throttle.

A power glide had a kick down but you only had two gears

Most cars have this function. Its the kick down in the transmission. Is this the secret? My Ram &Honda do this.😊

What a beauty! So, does it go into 4 mode as much as the C7?

@BrinkofSpeed

4 жыл бұрын

R Williams Thank you. Unfortunately it sure does. 😔

@rwilliams101

4 жыл бұрын

Ugh!!

Excellent blog! Yep thanks so much I didn't know almost all of that stuff that you went over and I've been around a lot longer than you have - LOL.

@BrinkofSpeed

4 жыл бұрын

Salvatore Cerniglia Thank you, I’m happy you enjoyed it and learned from it. 😊

I didn't notice what happened when you double tap the unlock button.

20k OTW!

@BrinkofSpeed

4 жыл бұрын

Thomas Yarnes Yes sir! 😊

Hey, Mike the first thing you did..is that like dropping a gear in a manual? eg. Your in 4 gear, you put the car in 3rd and the car high revs and you push it and then climb back up to 4th. I may be wrong.haaa

@BrinkofSpeed

4 жыл бұрын

studio7 Yes sir, except, it goes from 8th to 2nd or 3rd gear for maximum power bands

@DavidV232

3 жыл бұрын

@@BrinkofSpeed What’s up Mike, just watched your video and loved all the tips. just trying to understand the mashing the gas and gliding left paddle. So when you said mash the gas how does it drop it into 2 or 3rd gear without the car start going? With the paddles holding the left one in drops to 2nd or 3rd you gun it and let go right?

The 480p is for recording many hours of video. Basically quantity over quality. I guess some people would want that.

Beautiful car but i believe you shoulda splurged a little more money with the gt2 Seats

@BrinkofSpeed

4 жыл бұрын

Damon Williams Thank you, I’m actually glad I didn’t get GT2 now, because everyone I know that has sat in both says they think GT1 are more comfortable.

@damonwilliams4963

4 жыл бұрын

@@BrinkofSpeed i sat in one with the gt2 seats as well and they were extremely comfortable you seem like a guy who has great taste but the gt1 seat are UGLY and make that beautiful car look cheap Especially there area behind your head makes it look out dated

pulling both paddles does not put the car in neutral, it disengages both clutches, similar to pushing in the clutch pedal on a manual transmission car. Sorry for my OCD.

@BrinkofSpeed

4 жыл бұрын

Bryan Kingston Lol, it acts like neutral though and that’s what is important. No worries at all, thank you for your feedback. 😊

@ivanreed2901

4 жыл бұрын

Brink of Speed I thought I saw an “N” on the display when double paddle pull was executed.

💪💪💪💪💪

@BrinkofSpeed

4 жыл бұрын

William Duval 😊

I wish all people would set up their mirrors the proper way. I don't worry about cutting someone off. I worry about them cutting me off. There are a lot of clueless drivers on the roads these days.

Brink of Speed, just got my used 2023 3900 miles, can you use the two paddles pulled to rev it higher than the 3500rpm launch control to leave the starting line without hurting the car?

👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

@BrinkofSpeed

4 жыл бұрын

Bob Cohen 😊

must be your first corvette

does the c8 come wit a CD player??????

They hard top convertible

Will pulling in both paddle shifter put my C7 in neutral?

@BrinkofSpeed

4 жыл бұрын

Charles Brown No sir, only the C8 because it’s a DCT.

@charlesbrown5010

4 жыл бұрын

@@BrinkofSpeed Thank you.

@BrinkofSpeed

4 жыл бұрын

Charles Brown You’re welcome.

Why don’t you cover the coil over and how to lower the C8. Front and rear. Z51 Non lift cars.

Dude. My F150 downshifts when you floor it

With a lot of dealers not being able to send some to corvette school because it was cancelled because of virus. Why don’t you have videos on operating it

@BrinkofSpeed

4 жыл бұрын

Anthony l Salerno What would you like to see?

Smart move blocking the speed

Windows on C7 did that!

I haven’t seen anyone with a convertible C8. Did nobody order one?

@BrinkofSpeed

4 жыл бұрын

Yes, but they aren't built yet.

@herbmartinez310

10 ай бұрын

I just got mine, I do understand this question is 3y old, still wanted to share, I was with you when you had your c7

@jimlutinski9597

10 ай бұрын

Note the C8 offers a HTC [hard top convertible) so if you're expecting to see rag tops you won't find on a C8

Does anyone here know how to get out of demo mode in brand new C8 2023 corvette

Do you think a 2030 Vette will drive itself? If so, will it "do things" to it's owner on purpose?

not getting your notifications

Wrong. My c7 did that with the mirrors.

Blind spots LOL its called not knowing how to drive LOL .

Get the point boring