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C6 160 Thermostat

Until now, Corvette Parts vendors have been selling 2004-2008 style Corvette thermostats to 2009-2010 Corvette owners. With the appearances of the two 160 degree thermostats being so similar it is easy to understand why. We want all 2009-2010 Corvette owners to know that the 2004-2008 style thermostat, even though it does fit, will not work properly on your Corvette and will cause a leak.

C6 Coolant Leak

What is different on the new C6 Corvette 160 Degree Thermostat is the size. GM changed the size of the thermostat on all 2009-2010 Corvettes, which causes sealing issues when installing a 2004-2008 style thermostat. We offer and stock Motorad 160 degree thermostats for all 2009-2010 Corvettes. Motorad is an OEM supplier and has designed a direct replacement 160 degree thermostat that literally drops in place. With this addition to your 2009-2010 Corvette you can now improve your Corvette’s overall performance by allowing the engine to run cooler than the factory thermostat’s setting. Cooler running engines produce greater horsepower and operate more efficiently. If you are looking for a more efficient C6 Corvette Engine consider this direct replacement 160 degree thermostat that uses the stock housing and installs in about 10 minutes.

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A common failure on many C5 Corvettes with even slight modifications is the power steering pulley. The stock, plastic pulleys were not designed to withstand the added horsepower and rpms, which many Corvettes are exposed to after several modifications. This on top of the fact that some of the OEM plastic pulleys are now 12 years old could leave you with a weak point under your Corvette’s hood.

Corvette Power Steering Pulley

Zip Corvette’s very own Billet Power Steering Pulley replaces the stock pulley with a much more dependable, better looking part. Machined from 6061-T6 Billet Aluminum, this 10 spoke highly polished pulley will add brilliance to the front of your Corvette’s Engine. With the addition of this pulley you will be able to add the performance modifications of your choice, without the result of a broken power steering pulley. Exclusive to Zip Corvette, this pulley is manufactured in the United States and will install on C5 & C6 Corvettes.

Another excellent Corvette Part at a low price, exclusively from Zip Corvette.

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So often Corvette owners look to add exhaust systems, air intakes, and other similar bolt-on performance Corvette parts to their Corvette in an effort to add every ounce of horsepower without breaking the bank. All of these bolt-ons are great and will absolutely help any Corvette perform at a higher level but it is baffling at how many owners overlook the computer side of their Corvette.

1997-2004 LS1 & LS6 Hypertech Power Programmer

Reprogramming the factory chip in any C5 Corvette is simple and will allow the LS1 or LS6 engine to perform better then ever. Precise tuning from Hypertech’s Power Programmer III optimizes the engine speed from off-idle to redline for maximum performance gains. What many C5 owners do not realize is that by programming their Corvette they are not only getting the added horsepower and torque, but their Corvette’s computer will now allow the engine to extract every bit of energy out of every molecule of fuel, giving you more miles at cruising speeds. The way Hypertech’s Power Programmer III does this is by optimizing the spark and fuel curves point by point over the entire rpm band.

Hypertech’s Power Programmer III connects directly into your Corvette’s underdash ODB-II diagnostic plug. Simply answer a series of yes/no questions and the Programmer takes care of the rest. The finished product is a more efficient LS1 or LS6 Corvette engine with some added horsepower and torque as well.

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For 30 years, Borla has been one of the most sought out manufacturers of Corvette performance exhaust systems. Their specialized designs and excellent quality has left its mark across the map in both the racing and the street world. Incorporating their patented design and distinct sound into the C4, C5, C6, & Z06 Corvette has been a main focus of the Borla team for quite some time.

Borla Performance Exhaust

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Many Corvette enthusiasts are happy with their car just the way it is. Some may personalize their Corvette by adding Lloyd Floor Mats or American Car Craft Accessories but for the most part they will not make any major modifications. As for others who want to kick the performance levels up a notch, Zip Corvette has the perfect line of performance oriented Corvette Parts available.

Pfadt Racing Inverted Adjustable Shock Absorber Set

Pfadt Racing has designed several performance street and track Corvette parts for your C5 or C6. Since every Corvette owner is not looking for the same experience from their car, Pfadt Racing has designed their line of product to offer the ultimate in adjustability and performance. If you are looking to add better handling in an everyday driver or competition style steering and response for serious track use, Pfadt Racing has the answer for you. To see all of the Pfadt Racing performance Corvette Parts available from Zip Corvette click below to read the rest of this article.

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Another new Corvette part at Zip. This one for the C6 Z06 owner:

This new Powr-Flow Mass Air Sensor is now available from Zip Corvette Parts for 2006-2007 C6 Z06 Corvettes. This Jet Performance Products’ mass air flow sensor is an excellent upgrade for your Corvette’s Z06 engine. Unlike the factory Corvette air flow sensor which is a major restrictive point in both stock intake systems and aftermarket cold air intake systems, this  Powr-Flow Mass Air Sensor generates greater horsepower, torque, and gas mileage for your Z06 Corvette. On top of providing instant performance boosts for your Z06 Corvette the Jet Powr-Flow Mass Air Sensor installs virtually hassle free in about 10 minutes.

Jet Powr-Flow Mass Air Sensor

Jet’s mass air flow sensor is an excellent upgrade for 2006-2007 Z06 Corvettes. Combine this sensor with a Callaway Honker or Vortex Rammer cold air induction system and your Z06 Corvette will be flowing cool air at a maximum. The combination of either cold air intake system and this air flow sensor could add up to 25 horsepower to your Corvette.

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