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| pappyfreebird | did i read only 84 n 85 | ||
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had 16x 8.5 wheels?? and that 86 they made them 8.5 n 9.5 for rear??and that they polished out real noice?? reason : mine are 8.5 n 9.5 n shine real sweet...seems no clear coat (er it would have bubbled when had to weld on lugnuts)
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| CFI-EFI | RE:did i read only 84 n 85 | ||
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i HAVE KNOW WAY TO NO WHAT YOU RED........tHE 1984 CAME STANDARD WITH 4 8 1/2 X 16" WHEELS........tHE 1984 z51 CAME WITH 8 1/2 x 16 FRONTS M 9 1/2 x 16 REARS..........tHE 1985 CAME STAMDARD WIT 2 8 1/2 X 16 FROMTS AMD 2 9 1/2 x 16 REERS........THE 1985 z51 CANE WIT 9.5S ALLROUND........oTIGINAL WHEELS WERE CLEAR COATED.............aMYTHING CAN HAPPEN TO WHEELS IN 20+ YEARS..........
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| RollaMo-LT4 | RE:did i read only 84 n 85 | ||
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Took me a second to catch on.
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| pappyfreebird | RE:did i read only 84 n 85 | ||
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thank you cf...mine has 2-16x8.5 and 2-16x9.5...maybe i have a z51...she rides like a truck!!!
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| bogus | RE:did i read only 84 n 85 | ||
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thank you cf...mine has 2-16x8.5 and 2-16x9.5...maybe i have a z51...she rides like a truck!!! There are two storage bins behind the seats. The one behind the drivers side has a sticker. That sticker has the build specs for your car. Those specs are called the "RPO" code, or Regular Production Option. There are several codes listed, I am sure... some are pointless (internal instructions and such), others actually define options to your car. For example, you will see L83 on your sticker, that is the engine option. The other option you are looking for is the Z51 option code. That will confirm if you have it or not. I will say this, the Z51 is exceptionally stiff. But even the base suspension was rock hard, firmer than the 85 Z51! Check the C4 Guru RPO Codes Listing for more info. |
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| j3studio | RE:did i read only 84 n 85 | ||
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I will say this, the Z51 is exceptionally stiff. But even the base suspension was rock hard, firmer than the 85 Z51! Trust me, the 85 Z51 rides hard enough! |
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| crash | RE:did i read only 84 n 85 | ||
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IS THERE ANY PLACE WHERE YOU CAN A NEW RPO SHEET MADE FOR YOUR CAR IM REPLACING THE CONSOLE LID AND IT WONT HAVE THE RPO CODES ON IT :silent:
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| bogus | RE:did i read only 84 n 85 | ||
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IS THERE ANY PLACE WHERE YOU CAN A NEW RPO SHEET MADE FOR YOUR CAR IM REPLACING THE CONSOLE LID AND IT WONT HAVE THE RPO CODES ON IT :silent: very good question... And I don't know an answer to it. You CAN order up a build sheet from the Museum, but that's not a sticker. Another option, if you are replacing the console lid, the inner lid is screwed in, you can replace the cover and keep the inside plate with the sticker on it. Another thought would be to take the sticker, scan it into a computer and print the contents to a simple white avery label. Just a thought... |
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| j3studio | RE:did i read only 84 n 85 | ||
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IS THERE ANY PLACE WHERE YOU CAN A NEW RPO SHEET MADE FOR YOUR CAR IM REPLACING THE CONSOLE LID AND IT WONT HAVE THE RPO CODES ON IT. At this point, there is no way to do this. I'm having this same issue because my 1985's sheet is fading badly. I'm considering scanning it in, at least to have some kind of record. If you have to replace the console lid I would definitely keep the old one. |
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| crash | RE:did i read only 84 n 85 | ||
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I PLANNED ON KEEPING THE OLD ONE BUT IF IT COMES APART AS BOGUS SAYS IT WILL PROBLEM SOLVED FOR NOW
BUT WOULD LIKE TO FIND SOME PLCE THAT MAKES NEW ONES IF I FIND OUT ILL POST IT FOR YALL |
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| j3studio | RE:did i read only 84 n 85 | ||
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Bogus beats me to it ...
... this is going to be a major problem going forward: all the C4 judging manuals require checking the SPIL. |
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| pappyfreebird | RE:did i read only 84 n 85 | ||
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thanks bog ...i hafta have me a look see at that storage bin...do remember seeing spare tire er somthin under one...for resale does z51 make her more sought??
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| crash | RE:did i read only 84 n 85 | ||
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[quote]Bogus beats me to it ...
... this is going to be a major problem going forward] NOW YOU GOT ME WHATS A SPIL IVE GOT THE BUILD SHEET AND WINDOW STICKER NCMS WHATS A SPIL :silent: |
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| j3studio | RE:did i read only 84 n 85 | ||
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[quote]Bogus beats me to it ... Sorry, that's what's on your console: Service Parts Identification Label. |
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| crash | RE:did i read only 84 n 85 | ||
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WOW BEEN AMECHANIC FOR 35 YRS AND NEVER HEARD THAT ONE WE JUST CALLED IT THE ABC SHEET LEARN SOMETHING NEW EVERY DAY THANKS :thumbright:
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| CFI-EFI | RE:did i read only 84 n 85 | ||
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IS THERE ANY PLACE WHERE YOU CAN A NEW RPO SHEET MADE FOR YOUR CAR IM REPLACING THE CONSOLE LID AND IT WONT HAVE THE RPO CODES ON IT :silent: The standard 1984 Corvette was the roughest ride of all the C4s, except for the 1984, Z51 car. The base car has spring rates of 431 lb/in front and 431 lb/in rear. The Z51 has 634 lb/in front and 525 lb/in rear. RACE ON!!! |
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| CasetheCorvetteman | RE:did i read only 84 n 85 | ||
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Now hold the bus here a minute, 85, 86, and 87s all had 4x 16x8.5s on the FE1 cars. None of the FE1s came with 9.5s on the rear according to all the info i have on them all, and my own personal experience is yet to see an FE1 with anything other than 8.5s on it.
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| pappyfreebird | RE:did i read only 84 n 85 | ||
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case i havent had chance to look n see ifn i have a z51 but i do have 2-16x8.5 and 2- 16x9.5 cuase thought strange when looked at them(doin brakes)and 9.5s are up front...they say right on them right rear left rear etc...so must have been done in a tire rotation...but they is 9.5s and did think i read somewhere that they only came with 8.5s (dont ask where i cant recall) hadda be one of these sites
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| CasetheCorvetteman | RE:did i read only 84 n 85 | ||
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The Z51s came with wider rears, and in some models, wider all 4. Im talking about what left the factory though, which means very little to what may be fitted now.
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| pappyfreebird | RE:did i read only 84 n 85 | ||
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thanks.. i printed it..
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| CFI-EFI | RE:did i read only 84 n 85 | ||
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The chart (http://corvetteactioncenter.com/tech/c4/susp_chart.html) says the '85 base suspension has 8.5" X 16" wheels all the way around and that the Z51 has 9.5" X 16" all around. In post #2 I said the '85 base had 8.5" fronts and 9.5" rears. Apparently I am wrong on that point. I apologize.
My 1984 Corvette Specifications Manual, which includes the MVMA Specification Form, contradicts the spring rares listed in the Corvette Action chart. I will try to post them shortly. RACE ON!!! |
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| j3studio | Short Article On The Service Parts Identification Label | ||
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[written for my local NCRS newsletter and - I believe - fairly accurate]
C4 Corner: The Service Parts Identification Label With the debut of the C4 Corvette in mid-1983, Chevrolet inaugurated a massively more detailed replacement for the body paint and trim plate that had previously identified some of the characteristics of a new Corvette. The Service Parts Identification label (SPIL or SPID) was located in several locations — most were located as specified below, though there do seem to have been some exceptions. 1984 - early 1986; driver side rear storage compartment late 1986 - 1994; center storage compartment lid 1995 - 1996; passenger side rear storage compartment Printed by computer at the Bowling Green plant, a Service Parts Identification label will tell the owner or potential owner many things, among them the complete option load-out for the particular Corvette to which it is glued. The SPIL also includes the VIN number, the paint type, the paint code (or codes, if it is a Corvette with two-tone paint), and the trim code. I can tell you that a photo of the Service Parts Identification label was a big influence on my purchase of my particular 1985. With (it must be confessed) significantly better printing quality, the Service Parts Identification label continued on the C5s and into the C6s (it is now a bit smaller and consistently resides on the glove box door). |
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| Qack | RE:did i read only 84 n 85 | ||
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Amen, I used to own an '84. Rode like a cement truck -- but it sure could motivate around corners on smooth roads! :toothy5: |
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| CasetheCorvetteman | RE:did i read only 84 n 85 | ||
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The chart (http://corvetteactioncenter.com/tech/c4/susp_chart.html) says the '85 base suspension has 8.5" X 16" wheels all the way around and that the Z51 has 9.5" X 16" all around. In post #2 I said the '85 base had 8.5" fronts and 9.5" rears. Apparently I am wrong on that point. I apologize. Tis perfectly ok mate, simply mistake, apology accepted |
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| jhammons01 | RE:did i read only 84 n 85 | ||
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thanks bog ...i hafta have me a look see at that storage bin...do remember seeing spare tire er somthin under one...for resale does z51 make her more sought?? we're not talking about the area where the spare tire is located. Look in the back area just behind your seat. There, you'll find two small doors that lift up. These are what is referred to as the Storage bins. Look on the lid of one of them and you'll see the build sheet stuck to it. |
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