going
to cover what are arguably the six best performance enhancements you can make
to your C4 Corvette. All of these modifications will maintain reliability
and you wont have to apply for a second mortgage to purchase them.
Well list the modifications in the order of their recommended
installation, assuming that youre starting with a stock C4, and what
you can expect from each. Most of the modifications can be done by anyone
who has a little mechanical skill and some patience.
There are some things you need to know about your Corvette before
you start planning your modifications. The computer systems in the different
C4s are crucial, depending on the model year and engine. There are pros and
cons for each model, so you really cant say that there
is one model better than another. And there will always be an argument over
which engine is better - the
higher horsepower LT1 or the torque monster L-98.
Of course, other bolt-on modifications, like a nitrous oxide kit
or a supercharger, can add larger horsepower gains, but they can be expensive
and also complicated to install. All of the following modifications will not
change the drivability of your Corvette, which I think is very important when
deciding on what modifications to perform.
Gears
Unfortunately, the first recommended is one of the most expensive
and cannot be done by most at
home. But you can certainly feel a high-performance differential through the
seat of your pants. Selecting which one is best for you, though, can be the
difficult part. You have to be honest with yourself on what you are expecting
out of it and how you use your Corvette. If you drive mainly on the interstate,
then you wouldnt appreciate a super-low gear like a 4.10. For L-83 and
the L-98 owners, I wouldnt recommend going lower than a 3.54. These
models make excellent torque