Never knew the last one about the a/c. That center tunnel gets pretty hot in the summer!
@Ducati007Ай бұрын
Make them all manual shifts 😅
@P46345Ай бұрын
"He doesn't write for pussies. He doesn't write for women. He writes for men cuz he's a man." - Sam Elliott on John Milius. The C5 is a John Milius movie.
@haydenrichardp3712Ай бұрын
2004 C5s use a top post battery.
@user-ul4wy2lx2m2 ай бұрын
You need that much for the whole window lol 😂
@haydenrichardp37122 ай бұрын
Lubing door hinges with grease is worthless. Use a liquid spray that penetrates and thickens is best . I’ve done this since I bought my first car .
@vladtheimpala55322 ай бұрын
The computer underneath the battery is a really bad idea. I could easily get by with only 75 gallons of window washing fluid and move it over there.
@darrylsjodin71843 ай бұрын
Reference to the hatch closing, my son has a 2013 Viper and the windows automatically open a crack before you close the door or hatch and then close again! Cool! 😎
@sinceyoudidntask30493 ай бұрын
A trivial observation I realize, but it caches me every time. Open the hatch, open the door, close the hatch, close the door. 🥴
@CorkVanDenHandel3 ай бұрын
FWIW, AGM batteries may not be the best choice in very hot climates (Phoenix, DFW, etc.) as the heat tends to shorten their life considerably. The AGM in our old Miata did not last 3 years. I'm staying with the old-fashioned flooded cell "sealed" style with an absorbent mat below in our '03. Great video, though!
@timhalstead97903 ай бұрын
Looks like our C5s are the same color, mine’s Metallic Swirl Pewter, it’s a convertible with automatic transmission
@jessebunker60623 ай бұрын
Well, you have made some valid points. A rear mount ( ZO6 ) style battery box, a Tick clutch bleader( even though you can bleed the system) , you could go to the seven speed manual and not worry about reverse. But overall, you would probably add another 40 to 50 K to the price of the car. I like mine just the way it is.
@darknes78003 ай бұрын
There are only THREE changes needed on a C5 Vette. Upgrade to C6 Upgrade to C7 Upgrade to C8....DONE !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@theuploadzone63783 ай бұрын
Then also upgrade everyone's income. This is a great car for the $$
@darknes78003 ай бұрын
@@theuploadzone6378 LOL! Too wide and too heavy, but I get it ! Cheers !
@drewmorg.3 ай бұрын
@@theuploadzone6378 Yup, C5 Z06 are right in the sweet spot again right now. They have returned to pre-covid prices or just thereabouts. I'm seeing desirable ones for around $15-18k here in So Cal.
@theuploadzone63783 ай бұрын
@@drewmorg.I paid a few $$ over that a few years ago, but it was a car with the original assembly marks. Never seen rain. A Corvette is not a car.
@AstepAbove213 ай бұрын
@@darknes7800 Heavy?? The car weighs 3100lbs. What do you mean heavy?
@drewmorg.3 ай бұрын
85 gallons of window washer fluid 😂
@theuploadzone63783 ай бұрын
OK, 72
@darrenbrown8963 ай бұрын
You really needed the BRIGHTNESS issue fixed?!?! Geez man...lol
@sinceyoudidntask30493 ай бұрын
Yes! It was getting really dim.
@darrenbrown8963 ай бұрын
@@sinceyoudidntask3049 I hear ya. That is actually annoying when you need it in the daytime actually.
@Akac3sh3 ай бұрын
god i can’t wait to have one i absolutely can’t stop counting down the days i wish the days were faster and the money was coming in harder. i’m at around 7 grand saved i need about 7 more before i can comfortably get a c5 im 21 all i know is i need a corvette thanks for the video really love learning about these treasures
@jonathanjohnston48253 ай бұрын
keep working man, it will be worth it
@foxgdsmck3 ай бұрын
I was wondering about #6!!
@foxgdsmck3 ай бұрын
I removed my side ones
@upscalelawncaremonroe4083 ай бұрын
This is good info !! I subbed!
@HomiesOfMars3 ай бұрын
the info about the build sheet is super interesting
@thomasfarley60523 ай бұрын
Thank you very much for this video i can't believe i have not heard of any of these problems before!! The headlight burning the housing is crazy , thanks again.
@castlegarage69693 ай бұрын
Also a splitter on the front is a bad idea being a bottom feeders. Also put a v2/coolit. On for remote high fan speed is a must plus you bust out more hp. Denser fuel means more hp and they run too hot stock.ive most every mod on my c5
@dhllc78154 ай бұрын
I went straight out to my car and cleaned the radiator off. Found several leaves and two pieces of foam blocking parts of it. Good tip
@Mike-zf4ev4 ай бұрын
The little do hickie in the passenger seat foot well is called a LCM5 bypass sold by Compliance Parts for the steering column lock, which is a notorious problem in the c5, for which will also give the wait 10 second message on your DIC. Steering columns lock on these cars and you are unable to drive it.
@theparadigmswitch15424 ай бұрын
I did run into that, luckily it happened in the garage. C5's sure are full of surprises.
@foxgdsmck3 ай бұрын
Yep I did this a few years back. Stranded me at the gym. Never again!
@mwdunn34 ай бұрын
On the door hinges I use motorcycle chain oil. It goes into the hinge thin and thickens up. Good video.
@anthonymancuso16984 ай бұрын
Interesting thanks 😅
@maxkill12314 ай бұрын
Beautiful car man
@gittyupalice964 ай бұрын
huh looks just like my Uncles old vette, was a 2003 with that white badge same color, had different chrome rims though.
@theuploadzone63784 ай бұрын
Those are aftermarket rims. The originals were 17" front and 18" back, these are 18" front and 19" back. The key is keep the height the same. That way, the spedometer and the gear ratios don't change.
@michaelm33814 ай бұрын
Nice. Did you make the skid plates or buy them?
@theuploadzone63784 ай бұрын
Bought them. I would have made them longer and wider. This car isn't lowered, but still hits parking barriers no matter how careful I am.
@michaelm33814 ай бұрын
@@theuploadzone6378 I understand. I daily drive a fourth gen Firebird that's pretty low. I hope to buy a C5 this spring so I'm searching up videos. Thanks for sharing.
@theuploadzone63784 ай бұрын
The C5 is one of the nicest cars I have owned. Lots of performance, not too expensive.
@sfelton89434 ай бұрын
Well done. C5 ownership will probably never happen for me up we can all live vicariously right
@MC.44 ай бұрын
Column lock bypass is what that is called. The pull key and wait error has stranded thousands of C5 owners.
@0Heeroyuy014 ай бұрын
my guy it sounds like you just need to sell the C5 and buy a shitty modern car b/c my god the complaints not only you but others have about a 20+ YEAR OLD car is beyond stupid, if it was the electrical gremlins or the seats fin what ever but these other things is just a " i want modern stuff but my car doesnt have it let me cry and bitch" story
@exoticspeedefy79165 ай бұрын
All in all they are pretty rigid chassis and hold well with age. Squeeks are common, the car is fiberglass and SMC which is cheap but hey it saved weight reduction
@stephendibari50105 ай бұрын
This is not a Hardtop, its a Coupe. I have a 1999 FRC (Fixed Roof Coupe) which is a Hardtop. I have an enclosed trunk.
@theparadigmswitch15425 ай бұрын
And I thought I was driving a hardtop. Maybe it's a semi convertible. So convertible, coupe, and Z06 hardtop. :)
@stephendibari50105 ай бұрын
@@theparadigmswitch1542 yes. The hardtop started in 1999 and continued through 2000. It started out as a bone stock C5 with less options to reduce weight and cost. In 2001 the Z06 came out with 385 hp then 405 in 2002. Mine has manual HVAC controls and manual passenger seat, No HUD, thinner glass, less insulation (thinner carpet).
@CorkVanDenHandel6 ай бұрын
These are such fun cars to drive. I've only had my 2003 M6 convertible for 3 months, but it's already my favorite of all the cars I've owned. I don't mind working on the little niggling things - every time I learn something new about the car. LMC5 mod, killed the CAGS, replaced the dead F55 shocks and 14-year-old tires, dealt with the headlight motor gear issue, and I have several more minor points yet to address. Still, for a 21-year-old car it drives like it was brand new, the interior and exterior are immaculate, and I find myself thinking of places to go so I can drive it more.
@adambrandt56578 ай бұрын
Great guide. I have an 04 with the same color combination. 😊
@blucas89639 ай бұрын
Didn't know about the door lock trick, nor the AC high/low feature. Thanks!
@wrthrash10 ай бұрын
Welcome to the jungle, C5s are so great to mod!
@nyernga10 ай бұрын
That's the exact same HF pump I carry
@toddhartmayer832710 ай бұрын
Sounds to me like you need a brand new vehicle that you don’t have to worry about anything breaking. I have an 03 convertible C5 it’s 20yrs old and things break or will need to be replaced from time to time. This is true with any 20 yr old vehicle…sheesh 😮
@tklykun985810 ай бұрын
Welcome to the world of C5s. Ive owned Corvettes since 70 and I keep my wifes C5 on the road for her . Its a 2000 6 spd with 150K on it . A daily driver it gets road hard and put away wet so Ive been thru all the quirks. If I could ask the design engineers 2 questions One would be location of the PCM ? Really ? the most important sensitive electronic part on the car . Lets put it under the battery and behind the RF tire were all the dirt and water will spray up. LOL . Then theres the cup holder were you punch the drink out of when shifting gears. I still love them and Im really looking forward to doing the clutch ,rear main and drive line in the near future !!! Looks like you found a good one have fun !!!
@theuploadzone637810 ай бұрын
Ah, yes, the cup holder. I like the cover over the cup holder. Because if you can't use it, it needs a cover.
@jaedin716sw10 ай бұрын
May I ask,I'm looking at a 2003 18,000 miles,manual asking price 25,400,do you think they are a good car to buy today?Are parts hard to come by?Any recommendations appreciated
@theuploadzone637810 ай бұрын
I really like the one I have. Parts are everywhere, so that's not the issue. A Corvette is a different kind of car. Maintenance on a corvette is different than other cars. Finding a good Corvette mechanic is the kicker. The C5 is the nicest driving car I have owned. Gets over 30 MPG, too. There are a number of "things to look for on a C5 before you buy" videos online. These cars do have quirks.
@tklykun985810 ай бұрын
@@jaedin716sw I think they are great cars for the money . That sounds like a nice car almost too nice so be careful. Watch out for possible flood damage when your shopping for one. C5s are great Lots of parts are available with variety of up grade items available. . Drive one and you wont want to get out off it - and the drive to get somewhere always seems to end too soon.
@michaelm338110 ай бұрын
Good point about the sun visors. I've heard stories about batteries running down.
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Never knew the last one about the a/c. That center tunnel gets pretty hot in the summer!
Make them all manual shifts 😅
"He doesn't write for pussies. He doesn't write for women. He writes for men cuz he's a man." - Sam Elliott on John Milius. The C5 is a John Milius movie.
2004 C5s use a top post battery.
You need that much for the whole window lol 😂
Lubing door hinges with grease is worthless. Use a liquid spray that penetrates and thickens is best . I’ve done this since I bought my first car .
The computer underneath the battery is a really bad idea. I could easily get by with only 75 gallons of window washing fluid and move it over there.
Reference to the hatch closing, my son has a 2013 Viper and the windows automatically open a crack before you close the door or hatch and then close again! Cool! 😎
A trivial observation I realize, but it caches me every time. Open the hatch, open the door, close the hatch, close the door. 🥴
FWIW, AGM batteries may not be the best choice in very hot climates (Phoenix, DFW, etc.) as the heat tends to shorten their life considerably. The AGM in our old Miata did not last 3 years. I'm staying with the old-fashioned flooded cell "sealed" style with an absorbent mat below in our '03. Great video, though!
Looks like our C5s are the same color, mine’s Metallic Swirl Pewter, it’s a convertible with automatic transmission
Well, you have made some valid points. A rear mount ( ZO6 ) style battery box, a Tick clutch bleader( even though you can bleed the system) , you could go to the seven speed manual and not worry about reverse. But overall, you would probably add another 40 to 50 K to the price of the car. I like mine just the way it is.
There are only THREE changes needed on a C5 Vette. Upgrade to C6 Upgrade to C7 Upgrade to C8....DONE !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Then also upgrade everyone's income. This is a great car for the $$
@@theuploadzone6378 LOL! Too wide and too heavy, but I get it ! Cheers !
@@theuploadzone6378 Yup, C5 Z06 are right in the sweet spot again right now. They have returned to pre-covid prices or just thereabouts. I'm seeing desirable ones for around $15-18k here in So Cal.
@@drewmorg.I paid a few $$ over that a few years ago, but it was a car with the original assembly marks. Never seen rain. A Corvette is not a car.
@@darknes7800 Heavy?? The car weighs 3100lbs. What do you mean heavy?
85 gallons of window washer fluid 😂
OK, 72
You really needed the BRIGHTNESS issue fixed?!?! Geez man...lol
Yes! It was getting really dim.
@@sinceyoudidntask3049 I hear ya. That is actually annoying when you need it in the daytime actually.
god i can’t wait to have one i absolutely can’t stop counting down the days i wish the days were faster and the money was coming in harder. i’m at around 7 grand saved i need about 7 more before i can comfortably get a c5 im 21 all i know is i need a corvette thanks for the video really love learning about these treasures
keep working man, it will be worth it
I was wondering about #6!!
I removed my side ones
This is good info !! I subbed!
the info about the build sheet is super interesting
Thank you very much for this video i can't believe i have not heard of any of these problems before!! The headlight burning the housing is crazy , thanks again.
Also a splitter on the front is a bad idea being a bottom feeders. Also put a v2/coolit. On for remote high fan speed is a must plus you bust out more hp. Denser fuel means more hp and they run too hot stock.ive most every mod on my c5
I went straight out to my car and cleaned the radiator off. Found several leaves and two pieces of foam blocking parts of it. Good tip
The little do hickie in the passenger seat foot well is called a LCM5 bypass sold by Compliance Parts for the steering column lock, which is a notorious problem in the c5, for which will also give the wait 10 second message on your DIC. Steering columns lock on these cars and you are unable to drive it.
I did run into that, luckily it happened in the garage. C5's sure are full of surprises.
Yep I did this a few years back. Stranded me at the gym. Never again!
On the door hinges I use motorcycle chain oil. It goes into the hinge thin and thickens up. Good video.
Interesting thanks 😅
Beautiful car man
huh looks just like my Uncles old vette, was a 2003 with that white badge same color, had different chrome rims though.
Those are aftermarket rims. The originals were 17" front and 18" back, these are 18" front and 19" back. The key is keep the height the same. That way, the spedometer and the gear ratios don't change.
Nice. Did you make the skid plates or buy them?
Bought them. I would have made them longer and wider. This car isn't lowered, but still hits parking barriers no matter how careful I am.
@@theuploadzone6378 I understand. I daily drive a fourth gen Firebird that's pretty low. I hope to buy a C5 this spring so I'm searching up videos. Thanks for sharing.
The C5 is one of the nicest cars I have owned. Lots of performance, not too expensive.
Well done. C5 ownership will probably never happen for me up we can all live vicariously right
Column lock bypass is what that is called. The pull key and wait error has stranded thousands of C5 owners.
my guy it sounds like you just need to sell the C5 and buy a shitty modern car b/c my god the complaints not only you but others have about a 20+ YEAR OLD car is beyond stupid, if it was the electrical gremlins or the seats fin what ever but these other things is just a " i want modern stuff but my car doesnt have it let me cry and bitch" story
All in all they are pretty rigid chassis and hold well with age. Squeeks are common, the car is fiberglass and SMC which is cheap but hey it saved weight reduction
This is not a Hardtop, its a Coupe. I have a 1999 FRC (Fixed Roof Coupe) which is a Hardtop. I have an enclosed trunk.
And I thought I was driving a hardtop. Maybe it's a semi convertible. So convertible, coupe, and Z06 hardtop. :)
@@theparadigmswitch1542 yes. The hardtop started in 1999 and continued through 2000. It started out as a bone stock C5 with less options to reduce weight and cost. In 2001 the Z06 came out with 385 hp then 405 in 2002. Mine has manual HVAC controls and manual passenger seat, No HUD, thinner glass, less insulation (thinner carpet).
These are such fun cars to drive. I've only had my 2003 M6 convertible for 3 months, but it's already my favorite of all the cars I've owned. I don't mind working on the little niggling things - every time I learn something new about the car. LMC5 mod, killed the CAGS, replaced the dead F55 shocks and 14-year-old tires, dealt with the headlight motor gear issue, and I have several more minor points yet to address. Still, for a 21-year-old car it drives like it was brand new, the interior and exterior are immaculate, and I find myself thinking of places to go so I can drive it more.
Great guide. I have an 04 with the same color combination. 😊
Didn't know about the door lock trick, nor the AC high/low feature. Thanks!
Welcome to the jungle, C5s are so great to mod!
That's the exact same HF pump I carry
Sounds to me like you need a brand new vehicle that you don’t have to worry about anything breaking. I have an 03 convertible C5 it’s 20yrs old and things break or will need to be replaced from time to time. This is true with any 20 yr old vehicle…sheesh 😮
Welcome to the world of C5s. Ive owned Corvettes since 70 and I keep my wifes C5 on the road for her . Its a 2000 6 spd with 150K on it . A daily driver it gets road hard and put away wet so Ive been thru all the quirks. If I could ask the design engineers 2 questions One would be location of the PCM ? Really ? the most important sensitive electronic part on the car . Lets put it under the battery and behind the RF tire were all the dirt and water will spray up. LOL . Then theres the cup holder were you punch the drink out of when shifting gears. I still love them and Im really looking forward to doing the clutch ,rear main and drive line in the near future !!! Looks like you found a good one have fun !!!
Ah, yes, the cup holder. I like the cover over the cup holder. Because if you can't use it, it needs a cover.
May I ask,I'm looking at a 2003 18,000 miles,manual asking price 25,400,do you think they are a good car to buy today?Are parts hard to come by?Any recommendations appreciated
I really like the one I have. Parts are everywhere, so that's not the issue. A Corvette is a different kind of car. Maintenance on a corvette is different than other cars. Finding a good Corvette mechanic is the kicker. The C5 is the nicest driving car I have owned. Gets over 30 MPG, too. There are a number of "things to look for on a C5 before you buy" videos online. These cars do have quirks.
@@jaedin716sw I think they are great cars for the money . That sounds like a nice car almost too nice so be careful. Watch out for possible flood damage when your shopping for one. C5s are great Lots of parts are available with variety of up grade items available. . Drive one and you wont want to get out off it - and the drive to get somewhere always seems to end too soon.
Good point about the sun visors. I've heard stories about batteries running down.