Corvette Aluminum Valve Covers

Add a custom look to the engine compartment of your C5 or C6 with a set of Corvette Fabricated Aluminum Valve Covers. Not only do these valve covers look great, they will also allow you to run a roller tipped rocker arm or a 1.85 ratio rocker arm without having to add spacers.

The best part is that these valve covers include the bosses of all coil brackets so you do not need to find coil relocation brackets, your original coil brackets will bolt up just like stock. Includes new valve cover bolts and gaskets. For center bolt heads only.

2005-2012 DiabloSport Trinity Tuner

Let’s delve into some high tech tuning talk!  The DiabloSport Trinity Corvette Tuner is one of the most advanced C6 Corvette Tuning Devices on the market. With the capability to tune, log and record data, display and customize virtual gauges, read and clear trouble codes – and even compute multiple track times, the DiabloSport Trinity is the answer to all of your EFI tuning needs. Trinity supports all vehicle applications under a single part number which means you have the option to tune multiple vehicles with just one Trinity (Only 1 vehicle can be tuned at any given time). With a high resolution color touch screen, state of the art graphics/GUI and the ability to customize gauge layouts, the Trinity enhances the interior of any Corvette.

DiabloSport takes extensive care in providing it’s customers with the most powerful, efficient, and warranty-safe tuning available. The Trinity’s tuning options vary depending on the vehicle that is being tuned. The DiabloSport Trinity also supports custom tuning and can hold an additional 5 custom tunes. The Trinity contains the most adjustable parameters in the market.

With over 100MB of on-board memory devoted solely to recording and playing back diagnostic PID/DMR data, it allows users to record hours and hours of continuous data streams directly from the vehicle’s PCM/ECM. The Trinity interprets PID and DMR data received from the OBD-II Diagnostic port on your Corvette and converts it into a readable format: A Virtual Gauge! Individual user customization is one of Trinity’s most recognizable features. With Trinity’s dynamic gauge layout, there is literally an infinite number of combinations/customization of gauges to view! Users can even set up gauge alarms and shift points based on precise vehicle data, using the Trinity’s LED lights.

Using parameters such as vehicle speed, peak torque, wheel speed and others, the Trinity is able to accurately compute quarter mile, 1/8 mile or 0-60 and 0-100 time trials. Keep in mind that these numbers may or may not be accurate depending on variables, but they sure are fun to see! The Trinity’s virtual tree allows users to choose to either monitor their reaction time (like the real world) or have the tree start when they press the gas from a stop. There are advantages to both!

Trinity can also be used as a diagnostic code reader. Save yourself hundreds of dollars each year by reading/clearing your own computer codes rather than paying a Chevrolet Corvette dealer to do the same. It’s as easy as a few simple steps. The DiabloSport Trinity’s diagnostic code reader function can be used on multiple vehicles at any given time.

Interested in other DiabloSport Corvette performance tuning devices? Zip Corvette also has the 2005 C6 Corvette DiabloSport Predator Programmer and the 2006-2012 C6 Corvette DiabloSport Predator Programmer available.

View all Corvette Parts Blog Posts specific to C6 Corvettes here.

57-74 Performance Spark Plug Wire Set

Looking to boost the performance of your early model Corvette? Zip has all the Corvette Parts you need to get your 1957-1974 Corvette running at its best! Consider replacing the factory installed spark plug wire set with a Corvette Performance Spark Plug Wire Set from Zip. 

Original equipment manufacturer, Packard Industries, continues to produce correct looking spark plug wires for 1957-1974 Corvettes, now with reduced resistance for increased performance. Designed for all 283, 327 & 350ci engines, these wires are manufactured from the original tooling and include low ohm perf foot resistance of 250 ohms compared to standard 4000-5000 ohms per foot. The set is made from Packard Delcore II wire, which uses a special Kevlar silicone wrapped construction to prevent breaks and cracks in the conductor. The boots are correct material and thickness; terminals are stainless steel. This is not a generic set of wires. Each set includes correct length wires for an easy, clean factory installation. Made in USA.

1968-1982 Corvette Radiator Hoses

Need new upper or lower radiator hoses for your 1968-1982 C3 Corvette, but concerned about the quality of the Corvette Parts you would receive from your local auto store? Then look no further than Zip. We offer exact reproduction radiator hoses for all C3 Vettes. With the GM numbers stamped on the hoses, pre-bent to your application and the original support springs on the inside of the hose, you won’t find a more correct piece. Big block or small block, manual or automatic and every option in-between, Zip has the correct Corvette Radiator Hoses to get the job done right!

View all Corvette Parts Blog Posts specific to C3 Corvettes here. 

1985-1989 Corvette Air Filter Cover Screw

Sometimes, the biggest headaches come from the smallest Corvette Parts. Previously discontinued by GM, the Corvette Air Filter Cover Screw is once again available for your 1985-1989 C4 Corvette. The threaded metal shaft with “knurled” plastic top holds the air filter cover to the housing. Two of these screws are required per Corvette.

C4 Corvette Lower Baffle

On many early model C4 Corvettes, the Air Intake Radiator Lower Baffle is often seriously damaged or in the worst cases, missing all together due to parking lot stops or curbs. Not having the radiator lower baffle can inhibit your Corvette’s cooling system from cooling the engine properly by not directing airflow through the radiator. This reproduction radiator lower air baffle, also sometimes called a radiator duct, is necessary to keep your engine at the correct operating temperature. Fits 1985-1989 Corvettes only.

C4 Corvette Valance Panel

Often the casualty of concrete parking stops or curbs, it’s not uncommon for a C4 to be missing the  Corvette Lower Valance Panel/Air Deflector. This C4 Corvette item is critical for keeping your Corvette operating at normal temperatures by helping to direct air into the radiator for efficient cooling. Fits all 1984-1989 Corvettes.

Lower Valance Panel Brace

The Corvette Lower Valance Panel/Air Deflector Brace attaches to the radiator lower air baffle in the middle to give support to the front air deflector. If your car’s brace is missing, it can raise the temperature of the engine significantly. This deflector brace is a reproduction of the 1986 and later model which was engineered to be heavier than the flimsy 1984-1985 style braces. Fits all 1984-1990 Corvettes.

Corvette Air Dam Retainer

The Corvette Lower Air Dam Center Retainer is an important part to support and strengthen the lower plastic baffle. Replacing this retainer with this new reproduction insures the air baffle is properly supported and helps to insure cool air is properly directed into your early C4 Corvette. Fits all 1984-1996 Corvettes.

2006-2011 Corvette LS7 Supercharger

The new Corvette LS7 Edelbrock Supercharger System pushes a stock Corvette LS7 engine up to an amazing 657 flywheel HP and 582 ft-lbs of torque. This supercharger incorporates the Eaton Twin Vortices Series (TVS) Gen VI rotor assembly, the same internals used on the new ZR1 Corvette, an air to water twin intercooler system and dual core heat exchanger. Torque has been optimized through the use of 12″ long runners, while low speed fuel economy is retained through the use of an internal bypass valve to reduce parasitic loss. All of this equipment integrates with the dry sump system and fits under the stock hood without any modifications.

This system includes all of the components needed to support the increased power output of the engine: 60 lb/hr injectors, a high flow air intake system and a handheld programming module to update the ECU. It is designed to work with all OEM emissions equipment and is 50-state street legal (E.O. Number D-215-76). It also includes matching aluminum coil covers that are black powder coated for a great under hood look.

Are you curious to know what it takes to install one of these Edelbrock Corvette Superchargers? Read the manufacturers step by step installation instructions here.

Zip also has Edelbrock Corvette superchargers for LS2 and LS3 equipped C6 Corvettes. Read more about these supercharger systems here.

I am inheriting my brother’s 1981 Corvette and it has been sitting in the driveway for over 5 years. It needs a lot of body work and a new passenger seat. The tires are slightly flat and are probably dry-rotted. We have not tried to start it up yet. Before we do, what advice can you give me before we try to start it up?

This is one of the most commonly asked questions in the restoration hobby. The real answer depends on your intentions for the Corvette. However, whether you are looking to make it a nice driver or a show winner, these initial steps will help you start the car and determine what you have to work with. All of this assumes the Corvette wasn’t parked for some serious motor issue, if you are unsure follow these steps until you hit a snag or need additional help.

We would begin by removing all of the spark plugs (remember to mark the wires so you get the firing order correct later) and pouring a table spoon or so of Marvel Mystery oil, motor oil, PB Blaster or any penetrent into each cylinder through the plug holes. Let this sit for a couple of days before you begin to rotate the motor.

Before reinstalling the plugs, try and spin the motor over by hand. If the motor does not turn by hand, remove the V-belts to check for a frozen accessory (Power Steering pump, AC Compressor etc.). If it still doesn’t turn over you may have a serious internal issue requiring professional help. If it does spin freely, replace the battery and try using the key to engage the starter to turn over the motor. If this works, great; if not then you need to begin diagnosing the Corvette’s starter system. For the purposes of this article we’ll assume the starter motor works. At this point you could reinstall the plugs or you could perform a compression check, which we recommend. Again, if the compression check reveals nothing out of the ordinary, proceed as follows. If not, more diagnosing is in order to determine what the problem is.

Before trying to start the engine, change the motor oil and filter, check that the throttle works properly (from the pedal to the carburetor, all of it, you don’t want to start a car and immediately rev it to the moon). You can check that there is coolant in the radiator, but plan on replacing it in the very near future. For now we are focusing on the start-up, once we get past that then draining and changing the coolant and checking the condition of the hoses and radiator will be a priority. If it turns out there are problems with the motor there is no need to spend money on these items now.

We would disconnect and block off the fuel line from the tank to the fuel pump, at the pump. Whatever is in the tank is not worth pumping through the car and into the carburetor. An old lawn mower gas can, rigged and hung from a coat hanger and piped directly to the carburetor will work just fine for now. Gravity pressure is more than sufficient. Be Careful and have a fire extinguisher ready. If you are not confident in this then you may need to consult a professional.

Go ahead and install a new set of spark plugs, and reconnect the spark plug wires in the correct order. At this point you are ready to try and start the engine. Get a fire extinguisher ready. If everything is in order when you turn the key you will be greeted by the sounds and smells of an American V8 burning off years of debris and waking from its slumber. Be prepared for a lot of exhaust smoke from the oil you poured in a few days ago, this is normal. If you have not addressed the cooling system do not let the motor run for more than 10-20 seconds without turning it off and letting it cool down for 15-20 minutes. You could even add water now and see what leaks develop. Make a note of these leaks, as they will be addressed in the future.

On the other hand the car may not start, at which point further investigation is in order. You will need to check the ignition system for spark at the plugs, and make sure the distributor is timed properly. Again, you need to be careful, and possibly enlist the help of a friend or neighbor with the knowledge if you are in doubt. If the ignition checks out but the car still does not run then you may need to check, rebuild or replace your Corvette’s carburetor. Again, seek local help if in doubt.

At this point you could move in many different directions to get this Corvette back on the road and driving. Some folks would pull the entire car apart and do a complete restoration. Most people tend to perform what could be termed a “rolling restoration” wherein you go through the individual systems (Brakes, Suspension, Steering, Fuel, Cooling, Electrical, Exhaust etc.) on the car and in a logical order. Safety items first (brakes, steering, tires, fuel system) then drive-ability and reliability (suspension, exhaust, electrical, vacuum hoses, engine cooling) and lastly cosmetics and body work (interior, stereo, paint, wheels, accessories). Of course there will be many times where it is better to combine a couple more of these systems and jobs together to save time. How you go about it is up to you, though there has been plenty written and we do offer numerous Corvette Restoration Books and Manuals which will be invaluable along the way.

Before using the car regularly you should think seriously about replacing the tires, you should bleed the brakes until the fluid is clean, drain and change the fuel and change the fuel filter, check the transmission and differential fluids, make sure there are no overheating issues, and generally keep an eye on things, taking notes of weird noises, feelings, smells, and so on.

Good luck to you all, bringing a Corvette back to life can be a very satisfying and somewhat addictive endeavor. It can also be fraught with pitfalls and frustration. Remember that there is no pleasure without effort.

By Tom Richardson – Zip Sales Representative

Corvette Hood Light Mercury Switch

If you are the owner of a 1977-1996 Corvette and your under hood lamp is not functioning; you may be able to repair it instead of replacing the entire unit. The C3/C4 Corvette Under Hood Lamp Mercury Switch, available from Zip Corvette, is located in the base of the bulb socket; and is only visible when the light bulb is removed. It will be apparent, upon inspection of the socket/assembly how the switch should be removed and replaced. Pay close attention to the direction in which the bullet-shaped end of this switch is installed. A mercury switch works on gravity; so, when the hood is opened, the metal liquid flows (inside the housing) and completes the circuit. If the switch is re-installed in the wrong direction – it will not make proper contact and the light will not turn on. This quick fix may just brighten up your Corvette’s engine compartment when you really need it.

By Larry Shattuck – Zip Sales Representative

Corvette Shielded Spark Plug Wires

If you are tired of burnt spark plug wires due to your Corvette’s Headers? These Hi-Performance C5 & C6 Corvette Spark Plug Wires are built to Zip Corvette’s standards, which means they are built specifically for Corvettes and with the required heat protection for long tube headers.

Zip’s Corvette spark plug wire sets begin with a heat shielded Magnacor wire. Magnecor’s exclusive 2.5mm high capacity Metallic Inductance EMI Suppressed conductor consists of a stainless steel wire precisely wound at 200 turns per inch over a ferromagnetic core. The insulating jacket is made entirely of Magnecor’s exclusive TC-1500-HS high strength aerospace grade silicone rubber, and its single layer construction will prolong the jacket’s insulating ability by conducting extreme heat away from hot-spots that occur near over-the-limit heat sources.

The protection provided from the heat shield guarantees that this will be the last set of spark plug wires you will ever have to replace from header burn. The KV85 8.5mm jacket has a service heat resistance of 600 degrees F (320 degrees C) and up to 1,000 degrees F (540 degrees C) for a short burst of 3 minutes. The R-100 10mm jacket has a service heat resistance of 700 degrees F (380 degrees C) and up to 1,200 degrees F (650 degrees C) for a short burst of 3 minutes. Even if limits are exceeded, the silicone rubber will retain its insulating ability until wires are removed from engine.

Magnecor wires are primarily designed and constructed to be used in applications where it is essential to prevent the possibility of ignition wires compromising engine performance. Modern race engines, modified street engines and stock street engines which rely on electronic devices to control the function of either or both the Corvette ignition and fuel systems are prone to interference from all other spiral conductor ignition wires sold through performance parts outlets, none of which can provide proper suppression for EMI, particularly if a high-output ignition system is used.

Zip Corvette always recommends use of these performance spark plug wires on any stock or modified late model Corvette engine that is electronically managed however most other modified or street engines can also use our performance spark plug wires to improve ignition performance. Fits all 1997-2011 Corvettes with or without headers.

Both the red and blue sets of these Shielded Corvette Spark Plug Wires fit all C5 and C6 Corvettes. These wires are also a great ignition upgrade for your 2009-2011 C6 ZR1 Corvette.

corvette-battery-cables

1968-1982 Corvette Positive Battery Cables are all routed the same way. The cable leaves the starter, makes way thru the driveshaft tunnel, routes under the battery box floor pan and ends at the battery.

The primary reason Corvette owners replace the positive battery cable is because of  ”constant removal and hook-up” of the cable from the battery. The head of the bolt which is integrated into the cable grommet eventually wears out and the threads are often stripped or worn. Battery cables can also corrode internally due to road contaminants, preventing full power to the starter or improper charging.

Well believe it or not running the positive battery cable in a 1968-1982 C3 Corvette can be easy if you have a little patience, and though not required… a lift! The battery cable can still be removed and installed with the Corvette on jack stands; however getting your hands up into the driveshaft tunnel for removal of the clamps will be a little trickier. The main thing is you can’t get the leverage to do the job as you can with a lift.

Zip Corvette offers positive battery cables for 1970-1982 Corvettes and positive/negative battery cable packages for all 1968-1982 Corvettes. These cables will come with the “jumper wire”, floor pan grommet, and correct spade lug for attaching to the starter. All battery cables are GM reproductions, cut to correct length and ready to install.

When some C6 Corvette owners open the hood and look at their engines, they feel the stock Corvette exhaust manifolds are unsightly. Traditional solutions have been to convert the Corvette to Long Tube Headers which are ceramic-metallic-coated or made of stainless steel or remove the stock manifolds and have them ceramic-metallic coated. The problem with those two ideas is that, while the end result looks good, the cost can be high.

Zip Products has another way to mitigate the unsightliness of the stock, C6 Corvette exhaust manifolds. Zip bolts on a set of their C6 Corvette Exhaust Header Guards. Made in the USA out of 304 stainless steel by American Car Craft, these parts are perforated and hand-polished. They bolt onto the stock exhaust manifolds using the stock bolts.

These C6 Corvette exhaust manifold guards fit LS2, LS3, LS7 and LS9 engines. Installation is as simple as temporarily removing the spark plug wires, removing the four of the bolts on each manifold, putting the header guards in place and reinstalling the manifold bolts.

Do that and you C6ers out there can rid your under hood view of those unsightly manifolds.

Corvette Green Performance Air Filters

Green Performance Corvette Air Filters are excellent replacement air filters for Corvette owners who want to upgrade their air intake without changing the entire system. Unlike multi-layer gauze filters, which can fray and release fiber particles into your Corvette’s engine, Green performance air filters use two layers of tightly-interwoven cotton fabric. Because the fabric is so durable, Green air filters can be washed and reused over and over, which is why a lifetime guarantee comes with each filter.

Other Corvette air filters use a simple pressure molded injection process to bond the perimeter rubber to the interior components. That method saves manufacturing time, but in the process, a considerable amount of rubber can seep onto the filtering surface. This can restrict airflow as much as 25%. Green filters go through a precise four step production process that virtually eliminates all seepage and maintains maximum airflow through the filter. Other features of Green performance high flow Corvette air filters include:

• A hand molded flexible rubber base
• Air tight seals
• Custom fitment tabs
• Deeper air filter pleats which creates 20% more filtration surface
• Race proven gains and technology
• Steel mesh coating for extra strength and durability

Green air filters are available for 1966 and later C2, C3, C4, C5 and C6 Corvettes. To keep the filter looking close to original, the earlier 1966-1981 Green air filters come in gray. This will allow you to run a performance air filter while not sacrificing to looks under your Corvette’s hood. For the later model C4, C5 & C6 Corvettes, Green air filters come in green. Also available to keep your Corvette’s air filter performing at its best are our Green air filter recharger kits. They come with green oil or clear oil so the look of the filter is not altered after use.

Corvette Distributor Rotor

On occasion, your Corvette might misfire, crossfire or experience a poor start-up. These effects are often assumed to be a result of an ignition grounding problem, a bad set of spark plug wires or spark plugs. Though any of the mentioned Corvette Parts could be bad, one major reason a Corvette experiences the above side effects is a direct result of installing a generic or current GM distributor rotor with a short copper tip. The gap left when installing a distributor rotor with a short tip can very quickly lead to poor start ups and weak spark conditions.

Our 1957-1974 Corvette 1×4 Distributor Rotor are designed to replace the generic rotors often found in point style Corvette Distributors. The biggest performance difference in the generic or current GM rotor and the new reproduction rotor is the length of the small copper tip. The length increase will help eliminate poor starts, fouled spark plugs, or weakened coils that are often associated with 1957-1974 Corvettes.

C5 Corvette Colored Weatherstrip

Our 1997-2004 C5 Corvette Colored Weatherstrip Kits are a great compliment to painted fuel rail covers or other C5 Corvette Painted Engine Accessories. The colored weatherstrip kits are just like the OEM weatherstrip in fit and function but are manufactured in your choice of red, white, nassau blue or yellow. Each colored weatherstrip kit comes pre-cut and is ready to install on your C5 Corvette’s cowl and battery surround. Installation of the C5 Corvette colored weatherstrip is simple, just remove the stock weatherstrip and fit the colored weatherstrip in its place. No tools are required and installation takes about two minutes. After installing our colored weatherstrip on your C5 Corvette you will be amazed at how such a simple Corvette part could look so great.

Corvette Spark Plug Wires

Our original equipment spark plug wires come from Packard Industries, who was the original manufacturer of factory spark plug wires used on 1957-1982 Corvettes. Packard Industries uses the original tooling to produce these spark plug wires and each set includes the correct Packard Delcore II wire, which uses a special Kevlar silicone wrapped construction to prevent breaks and cracks in the conductor. The boots of the 1957-1974 Corvette Spark Plug Wires are made of the correct material, to the original thickness, and include stainless steel terminals. These are not generic sets of spark plug wires; each set includes correct length wires for an easy, clean factory installation and is 100% Made in USA. There is no higher quality spark plug wire available for 1957-1982 Corvettes. Not only are they the best on the market but they can be purchased at a fraction of the cost of a new spark plug wire set from GM.

BG 44K Power Enhancer safely, rapidly and thoroughly removes engine deposits in combustion chambers, intake manifolds, ports and on valves. It restores flow in fuel injectors and cleans the Corvette’s entire fuel system. BG 44K Power Enhancer improves fuel economy and reduces exhaust emissions. It restores that “like new” drivability to an engine’s performance and keeps it running better, longer and more efficiently. Just add one bottle to your Corvette’s fuel tank at fill up and your Corvette will be good to go. After cleaning up with BG 44K Power Enhancer, regular use of BG Supercharger II, in gasoline engines or BG Diesel Fuel Conditioner with DPL, in diesel engines will prevent deposits from forming in the fuel system and upper engine for maximum drivability and fuel economy.

BG ATC Plus enhances properties of both new and used automatic transmission fluid. It improves fluid oxidation stability, thereby prolonging fluid life and the life of your Corvette’s transmission. It prevents leaks by conditioning hardened seals- keeping them soft and pliable. BG ATC Plus helps control transmission shudder, retards formation of sludge and varnish deposits and prevents foaming.

BG MOA Oil Additive prevents oxidation and thickening of engine oil under even the most severe stop-and-go, high temperature driving conditions. It fortifies all qualities of engine oil to provide superior long-lasting engine protection and helps maintain optimum engine performance. BG MOA keeps piston ring belts, hydraulic lifters and other engine components clean to help extend engine life and reduce costs of operation. It is compatible with both synthetic and petroleum-base oils. The Thin Film Oxidation Uptake Test (TFOUT), ASTM Test Method D4742, proves BG MOA’s remarkable resistance to oxidation by more than 200% longer than six major brands of SL quality oil. At the conclusion of the API Sequence IIIF Engine Test, a major brand, high-quality reference oil barely passed the 80-hour test with a viscosity increase of 255 percent. At 80 hours, another brand of oil fortified with BG MOA had a viscosity increase of only 57 percent. At the conclusion of the triple-length, 240-hour test, it was still well within the viscosity limits with an increase of only 198 percent.

BG 109 Compression Performance Restoration is a revolutionary formula with proven “ring-clean” technology. It is a quick and effective blend of cleaners that will soften, emulsify and dissolve those hard to remove fuel gums that clog rings and will usually do it in 15 minutes or less. Compression will increase with removal of these deposits. BG 109 also lowers tailpipe emissions, eliminates oil consumption associated with buildup and improves overall power and economy. BG 109 is safe for use in diesel and rotary engines.

BG Supercharge II, when used regularly in each tankful of gasoline will prevent deposit formation throughout your Corvette’s fuel system. BG Supercharge II improves engine performance and gas mileage, lowers exhaust emissions and substantially reduces drivability problems caused by deposit build-up. It prevents rust and corrosion and provides long-term storage stability. BG Supercharge II is non-injurious to all types of materials used in fuel systems and is also catalytic converter and oxygen sensor safe.

BG Power Steering Conditioner is specially designed to help prevent power steering unit leaks, provide smooth operation and eliminate squealing. It fortifies any power steering fluid, cleans and smooths internal springs and valves to help eliminate sticking, and reduces parts wear. BG Power Steering Conditioner also conditions and helps protect seals against drying and shrinking to prevent fluid leakage.

BG Synchro Shift II is a gear lubricant specially formulated for manual transmissions. It does not sacrifice any performance as does engine oil, ATF or conventional gear oil. It provides required thermal stability, low-temperature fluidity, hot rattle suppression, noise dampening at operating temperature, outstanding extreme pressure characteristics, shear stability, smoother shifting characteristics, wear reduction (synchronizer, gears, bearings, shift fork), seal compatibility, and reduced maintenance costs. BG Synchro Shift can be and is recommended to be used instead of the ATF fluid in C5 or C6 Corvette manual transmissions.

BG Ultra Guard is the first “true” multi-purpose gear oil available in the automotive market. It is a synthetic (polyalphaolefin) gear oil blended to SAE 75W-90 viscosity and can be used in all car and truck axle applications calling for a GL-5 gear oil. It can also be used in all truck standard transmissions and automotive manual transmissions, transaxles and transfer cases calling for GL-4 gear oil, engine oil or ATF, as long as viscometric requirements are satisfied. BG Ultra Guard provides thermal stability, optimum drive line efficiency, quieter operation, protection against wear, pitting and corrosion, seal compatibility and improved seal performance, improved fuel efficiency, reduced maintenance, long drain life, extended component life, and application versatility. BG Ultra Guard is covered by the BG Best Guarantee Program and is not to be used in C5 or C6 Corvette manual or automatic transmissions.

BG Ultra Guard II is the first “true” multi-purpose gear oil available in the automotive market. It is a synthetic (polyalphaolefin) gear oil blended to SAE 75W-140 viscosity. This is the H.D. version of the Ultra Guard 75W/90 but for more severe applications such as race differentials. BG Ultra Guard II provides thermal stability, optimum drive line efficiency, quieter operation, protection against wear, pitting and corrosion, seal compatibility and improved seal performance, improved fuel efficiency, reduced maintenance, long drain life, extended component life, and application versatility. BG Ultra Guard II is covered by the BG Best Guarantee Program and is not for use in C5 or C6 Corvette manual or automatic transmissions.

BG LSII Limited Slip Additive is designed to prevent chatter in plate and clutch type limited slip Corvette differentials. BG LSII may be used with any GL-5 gear lubricant in limited slip applications. The ingredients in BG LSII allow for a smooth and quiet operation of gears in the differential and fortify the additives in the gear lubricant.

BG Frigi-Fresh is formulated to quickly and effectively eliminate foul, musty odors from automobile air conditioning systems. It kills mold, mildew and other odor-producing organisms that grow in the evaporator core and housing. Powerful deodorizers in BG Frigi-Fresh keep the automobile interior smelling fresh and clean.

BG White Lithium Grease is a lithium-based lubricant in a convenient aerosol container that allows for easy application on hard-to-reach areas. It protects against water and oxidation problems and is an outstanding automotive body parts lubricant for door hinges, locks, seat tracks, and manual window regulators.

BG Silicone Spray Lubricant penetrates surface pores and remains fluid without thickening or evaporating through aging. It prevents almost anything from sticking and is extremely long lasting with a wide temperature range.

Corvette Spark Plug Wires

We now have factory spark plug wires available for 1975-1982 Corvettes. The spark plug wires are fabricated by the original equipment manufacture, Packard Industries, who continues to produce correct looking spark plug wires for Corvettes. These 8mm wires are manufactured from the original tooling and include correct Packard Delcore II wire, which uses a special Kevlar silicone wrapped construction to prevent breaks and cracks in the conductor. The boots of the C3 Corvette Spark Plug Wires are made of the correct material, to the original thickness, with the knobs on the end for the distributor retainer; the terminals are stainless steel. These are not generic sets of spark plug wires; each set includes correct length wires for an easy, clean factory installation and is 100% Made in USA.

1999-2008 Corvette Programmer

Whether you need power, performance, or improved drivability; Cortex from Superchips can provide it. The 1999-2008 Corvette Superchips Cortex Programmer includes multiple tunes with dyno-proven power and advanced data acquisition, plus it is the only programmer on the market that comes with an industry exclusive two-year vehicle powertrain warranty. For more information on how to use the Cortex programmer on your Corvette, click to download a pdf version of the Cortex Programmer Instruction Manual.

Proven to add 11.7 horsepower and 11 lb-ft of torque on the stock C6 LS2 Corvette engine, the Superchips Cortex Programmer provides you the ability to safely tune your Corvette without the risk of lowering the overall performance of the car. Some tuners are only recommended for professionals, but the Cortex offers an advanced tune without risking damage to your Corvette. In the event that damage to the engine or transmission is a direct result from the programmer all problems will be covered in Cortex’s 2 year powertrain warranty, which only includes vehicles that have less than 100k miles.

Cortex Dyno Test - LS2

Features of the Cortex Programmer include:

• 2 year powertrain warranty
• Diagnostic library retrieves, displays and clears DTC’s
• Easy installation
• Internet updates
• Supports wheel, tire, and gear swaps
• Log performance times and speeds
• Enhance shift firmness
• Adjust shift points
• Eliminate speed limiter
• Recalibrate speedometer for larger tires
• Adjust RPM limiter
• Choose between three tuning levels

C6 Corvette Attack Blue Air Filter

The Attack Blue air filter is an excellent alternative to aftermarket C6 Corvette Air Intake Systems because it will not void your Corvette’s warranty. Its patent pending low restrictive open design and narrow back, allows the greatest amount of air to rush through the air filter with the least amount of turbulence over any O.E. replacement filter on the market! More free flowing air results in quicker throttle response, more torque & power to your Corvette’s rear wheels. Stock Corvette air filters can clog over a short period of time, resulting in a loss of power. The cotton media used in the C6 Corvette Attack Blue Air Filter helps keep your Corvette breathing freely. Fits C6, Z06, Grand Sport & ZR1 Corvettes.

C6 Corvette Attack Blue Air Filter Quick Facts:

• Flows 45% more air than stock air filter
• Narrow back design helps eliminate “power robbing” turbulence
• Quicker throttle response plus an increase in torque & horsepower
• Filtrates down to 5 microns (a human hair is 50 microns!)
• Washable and reusable for extended use
• Reinforced base prevents warping and leaks
• Sturdy stainless mesh designed for high CFM.
• Direct fit in your stock GM intake
• Made in the USA!