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  1. MrSunshine

    "Whining" noise from differential or axels

    So, I've searched through ALL 78 pages of the forum & couldn't find (or missed) anything related to my issue. I have an 06 base that at around 82k miles, I noticed a very faint whining sound coming from "somewhere". After a few days, I noticed it getting louder. Now, it very apparent that it...
  2. MrSunshine

    CUSTOM WHEEL GALLERY: XLR/XLRV

    I agree with you. They look AMAZING with the car! Great choice!
  3. MrSunshine

    XLR-V on Z06 suspension w/ big brakes and 19x10 wheels

    GREAT info! Thank you for sharing! I was looking into doing the very same thing. Now you've taken out the guess work for me! :)
  4. MrSunshine

    Tire and Wheel sizes

    I would agree that a 255/35/20 is only going to be off by "maybe" 1mph. In other words, if you're traveling at 76mph (on the speedo) you're actually going 75mph. Conversely, if you're running a 255/40/20, you may end up going a "bit" slower than what the speedo says, by about 1mph. In my case...
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    Tire and Wheel sizes

    I run a 255/35. (on a 9" wide wheel) So width wise, it's no problem. I prefer the 35% aspect ratio over the 40%. "Lower" profile, but not "Looooow" profile. :) On an 8" wide wheel, it'll look a little more aggressive & still work very well.
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    Tire and Wheel sizes

    Oooooohhh...It's gonna be close!!! Can't wait to see it!
  7. MrSunshine

    Tire and Wheel sizes

    I run a 20X10 +45 with a 275/30 in the rear. They rubbed inside & out until I cut away the inner fender liner & wore away the fender lip! No joke. It's as big as can possibly fit. The D-3 setup mentioned earlier rubbed & smoked like you wouldn't believe. They also ditched the mag ride, went to a...
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    Tire and Wheel sizes

    You can't pull or roll the fenders on these. :(
  9. MrSunshine

    Tire and Wheel sizes

    The 285/35's 100% WON'T fit. (been there done that.) You need to run a +45 offset in the rear with a t 275/30 at most. Even then, you'll rub. It'll still rub until you rub away some of the inner fender liner & inside, top edge of the fender. A 265/35 or 265/30 will work without rubbing. I run a...
  10. MrSunshine

    Rear swaybar parts list '04-'09

    "Z06 Bilsteins & simulators"??? Are the Bilsteins magnetic? Or is that what the "simulator" does? Please elaborate. Thanks!
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    Rear swaybar parts list '04-'09

    I'm running 275/30/20's (Nitto 555r's) on mine, with the Z06 rear sway bar. I've run it hard through the twisties with no understeer issues. But those tires are like gumball & as wide as can fit on the car. I think that even with stock sized tires, the Z06 sway bar wouldn't be too aggressive...
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    Rear swaybar parts list '04-'09

    The end links are already greased. You just want a little grease on the bar & brushing side it doesn't squeak.
  13. MrSunshine

    Rear swaybar parts list '04-'09

    I didn't see the message about the grease, etc. until just now. I'd definitely utilize the grease as directed. I've got Z06 sway bars & wish they were even stiffer. It has ZERO impact on the "ride". It simply helps keep the car flat in the turns.
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    Rear swaybar parts list '04-'09

    That's how I did it.😁
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    Rear swaybar parts list '04-'09

    Very easy install. As for it causing a CEL (Check Engine Light) goes, you just never know why some it will & some it won't. (In ANY brand. Not just Cadillac) As for our cars, the computers in 04-05, 06, 07-09 are all different. Which makes it definitely worth you while to investigate the threads...
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    Rear swaybar parts list '04-'09

    They look super cool! 😎 They're "supposed" to improve performance through better intake airflow. It will also sound more aggressive under full throttle.
  17. MrSunshine

    Rear swaybar parts list '04-'09

    No problem. I just didn't want to confuse "Bruce"! LOL! I don't have the cold air intake...yet. There was one for sale on ebay this week, but I didn't win. 😞 They're not cheap! Typically, $300 +
  18. MrSunshine

    Rear swaybar parts list '04-'09

    I'm not Bruce. I'm Michael aka "Mr. Sunshine". 😁
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    Rear swaybar parts list '04-'09

    That was me. If you go back one page in this thread, you'll find the pics & explanation. Or if you want to call me, that's ok too! (480) 297-4850 Super, SUPER easy!
  20. MrSunshine

    Help! How do you check the top hydraulic fluid level?

    Thanks for the clarification! That actually makes even better sense, as they are different! Turkey "INJECTOR" it is!
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