As an owner of 20 Corvettes with my first in 1999 (mostly C5s), I thought it would be helpful to offer some of the tips and tricks I’ve learned over the years, in addition to the fixes for common issues I’ve experienced. I’ll also combine that with resources we have here at CorvSport, as well as curated information from around the Corvette community, in what can hopefully become the go-to place for all things C5.
C5 Tips, Tricks & Fixes
1. Cheap Cold Air Intake.
My favorite trick is converting the stock air intake to a cold air intake for the cost of zip ties. And if you really want to get extravagant, you can spend about $90 and buy the upgraded K&N drop-in filter. This setup from my current 2000 FRC is pictured below. It’s tempting to spend considerably more for a “true CAI” but the risk of hydro-locking your engine is real, especially with the CAI systems that require you to cut the radiator shroud. In 2001 I destroyed the LS1 on my nearly brand new Coupe in a flash flood that caused suction under the shroud.
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