Late Model GM Manual Transmission Gear Ratio Chart T-56 Six-Speed (Corvette) Type First Gear Second Gear Third Gear Fourth Gear Fifth Gear Sixth Gear 1997-2007 Corvette (base) 2.66 1.78 1.30 1.00 0.74 0.50 2001-07 Corvette Z06 2.97 2.07 1.43 1.00 0.84 0.56 ZF Six-Speed Type First Gear Second Gear Third Gear Fourth Gear Fifth Gear …
The past three generations of Corvettes have used a one-piece driveshaft ran through a torque tube. This has enabled engineers to design a more evenly balanced vehicle by moving the engine and transmission to the rear. The shaft is held in place at each end with large bearings and rubber couplers. Over time these rubber …
When you are building custom cars there is always that one project that seems to just keep on going. This is the case with this Z06. I received the Corvette with an A&A 6 rib kit, cam, Kooks long-tube headers, Dewitts radiator and an ARE dry sump upgrade. The customer was in love with the …
The technology in late model transmissions continues to evolve as new models are introduced. Earlier this year with the all new C7 Stingray making its debut if you chose the automatic option it is equipped with the 6L80 6-speed transmission. The 6L80 has been around for several years and is used in many GM car …
Keeping the transmission fluid cool is the best way to increase the overall longevity. B&M Racing has introduced a specific pan for the GENV Camaro SS. It is made from K-Alloy cast aluminum that provides a 30% increase in cooling efficiency. The larger pan also adds 1.8 quarts to the overall capacity. Also available is …
If you own a GEN5 Camaro with the 6-speed automatic transmission you know the factory shift handle is nothing to brag about. From the first day I got my Camaro I thought it would be nice to have a manual shift ball on an automatic. It was not possible until now. Introducing Carter’s Fab and …
The GEN5 Camaro chassis design incorporates a front and rear sub-frame, mounted to a stamped steel unibody. This design suffers from some body flex. GM engineers tried to minimize this chassis flex with a stamped steel, under body brace. This OE piece leaves a lot to be desired. Thanks to the guys at Elite Engineering …
