15 TIPS AND SECRETS OF THE C8 CORVETTE. I WAS ONLY AWARE OF 9 OF THEM!

Here is a list of 15 tips, tricks and less known items about the C8 Corvette that I comprised from C8 Forums, ownership and owners manual.. I think you may learn a thing or two.

[@robbiemccrory9697]

I ordered my C8 in mid-December 2022. My dealer called me at the end of June 2023 . I was not getting the 2023 HTC that I had ordered. They told me that my order was moved up to the 2024 model year. I got my 2024 for the price of a 2023 . I'm really enjoying my car. Great video. Thanks

[@michaelfraher6375]

GM recomends dielectric grease for all the rubber

[@JamesSalomon947]

Man thank you...the frunk was killing me with the key fob 😂 and i had no idea about rolling the windows down. Big thanks

[@VetOnVettes]

No kidding.. I was going crazy the first few weeks I had mine with the frunk. I had to do some digging and realized I wasn't crazy.

[@stevennatale4471]

Here are some additions/comments. #5, when you open the rear hatch/engine cover and it lifts up on its own to its "max height", you can push it up a little HIGHER to allow for better access to engine and the glass, especially from the side of the car. #6, when you lock the car, in addition to the GLOVE BOX and CENTER CONSOLE, the Fuel Cap Cover also LOCKS #7, minor suggestion, GM DIELECTRIC grease is what one service TECH suggested. Love learning more about these cars! Good content!

[@TheClfurn]

Great tip on using the white lithium grease for the rattles. It worked for me.

[@illiyakuryakin3092]

Hello Mark. First of all, thank you for your military service. Secondly, this was a great video. I actually thought your number 4 tip was the most interesting. I have had an auto lift called “Double Park” for about 25 years. I even moved it from one home to another. I look forward to seeing yours and I know you will appreciate it for storage and also maintenance work. My C8 allocation has not come in yet. I expect a few more months. The only videos from you I am interested in are C8 videos - I will not watch other generation Corvette videos. So please keep those C8 videos coming!

[@coreycrites3260]

I pick mine up this week, I appreciate your videos, they have set me up for success.

[@muffinmonster2714]

I don’t have a C8, but really enjoyed the tips! I noticed you will need to add insulation to the garage door once you install the wall mounted HVAC system. The garage looks fantastic!

[@VetOnVettes]

Thanks man! Correct. It's on my long list of "to do's" 🤣

[@studio-flash]

I love the car obviously but the garage.. wow! Love the lights… I suppose you just live in your garage having your computer there and the vette behind you.. fantastic! Regards from the UK.

[@VetOnVettes]

Thanks a lot! Much appreciated

[@brucedemello3801]

thanks for all the tips .I'm still not sure about everything on my C8 big learning curve from my old C6

[@mister.wizard]

Nice video Mark! For getting to the window or the clean the engine better, after you open the trunk, just push up on it and it goes about 10” higher.

[@johndilley4225]

That was helpful, I didn't know how to open the Frunk with an outside button.

[@ziggyziggy5489]

Knowledge is power!

[@Jimmerca]

Awesome corvette and garage 👍🏻👍🏻

[@gerrydave7586]

Good pointers! Thanks!

[@johnnie135]

Hi I was wondering if you knew the answer to these questions. From the 2024 GM manual: "If ENGINE START/STOP is pressed twice while at a relatively high speed, the engine will turn off and the transmission will automatically shift into N (Neutral). Once the vehicle is stopped, P (Park) can be selected. 1. Have you ever tried this? And, Does the power brakes and steering cease to function and does the steering wheel lock engage? 2. If I am in manual mode and I mistakenly pull the reverse button instead of the drive button, what will happen? I don't have the guts to try it on my car. I have had my car since April 2024 and I just love this thing! Thanks, Johnnie

[@SQTierHog]

Great job, young man! Thank you'

[@garykahn9940]

Wish you could do a Hard Top Convertible HTC. Loved your video.

[@MrGarnettmiller]

You can change the setting for the car to lock itself once you walk away.

[@armandochanlatte7935]

How?

[@l.mcdonald3287]

@@armandochanlatte7935it’s in your convenience settings in the car I use this option all the time.

[@DantwanGatling]

Very helpful i have the 2024 C8. Are you in the 757?

[@SteveWille]

The other thing to remember about the exhaust note in the various modes is that, in all but Track, the car will drop in and out of V4 mode. I think the most exhaust note fun can be had using a mode with the exhaust open (Sport, or configured in Z or My) and shifting the car manually (“M” button), which also forces V8, like Track does. Depending on the timing of up and down shifts, cool rumbles, burbles, farts are possible.

[@doubleogbaby6497]

This is a Corvette, it doesn't fart. That would be a Honda, lol.

[@artbaer3122]

I use dielectric grease for the weatherstripping at least once a yr and no squeaks.

[@mikemccollum8187]

Thanks for #15!

[@BISHOPTHEGREAT1]

Very informative ty 🙏🏽

[@kerry_glock]

I use the OEM Battery Tender all the time on my 2022 C8. The Frunk is in the one click position, so the Frunk is open a crack for the cord not to be damaged. Will the Frunk “Soft Close” feature be affected and close, or will it remain in the first click position to not crimp the cord unless you put pressure on the Frunk Lid to fully close it?

[@VetOnVettes]

That's a great question. I honestly have no clue 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@l.mcdonald3287]

Yeah I’m sure it will also for the cars without soft close if you put it in the first click position how do you get it open while the cord is still in there? Do you just hit the button again. I have mine on the tender and just let it down without clicking it because I wasn’t sure about that.

[@jimtotsline5305]

very helpful thank you

[@joelpierce3940]

303 weather strip protectant is way better! Would not use lithium grease.

[@chrism6575]

I would add that pushing up on rear hatch allows for 5" more lift and easy window access.

[@VetOnVettes]

If I do another list video I'll definitely include that. Good input 👍🤙

[@ChrisGoldenKid]

Hey I’m a new subscriber and became one after watching your video on ordering your 1LT. I noticed you have a Z button on your steering wheel. Did you option for the z51 or is just a button for sport mode? I’m trying to decide if zmode is necessary for me, I don’t plan on tracking but I still want my vette to “feel” like a vette went I want to push it to the limit… thanks in advance buddy

[@darksideblues135]

Z mode is a custom mode. And it's quick access. I would get it.

[@tommymanns8756]

Question? I have a 22 C8 non z51 can you change the Dash divide mode display also. Change mode on the dash

[@code1306]

Good job

[@kc0lif]

nice car appreciate the tips it's front hood engine in trunk😊

[@stevennatale4471]

I may have missed it, you going to add a front chin spoiler?

[@mdo5849]

Question for you: Does your C8 have the stealth interior package? Black speakers and trim etc

[@VetOnVettes]

Oh no. Just the great value brand 1LT. But I don't mind it.

[@mdo5849]

@VetOnVettes I think it looks badass. I ordered my 2024 C8 with the stealth package. BTW, your garage rocks, brother!

[@VetOnVettes]

@@mdo5849 thanks man! 👍🤙

[@mdo5849]

@@VetOnVettes Now I have a garage project 😎

[@karissamarie610]

Does it have a secret compartment?!?

[@jameswalton8927]

Bro that bucket gone slip

[@nishali3343]

The manual says to click the close button twice on the fob to fold the mirror. It doe not work on my 2024. Does this work on yours?

[@darksideblues135]

Mine does, it's a 2023, however, what I have is when I walk away, the car locks itself and the mirrors fold. Check the manual or Google to sort it out. Might be a settings thing.

[@nishali3343]

@@darksideblues135 You're right. Mine is working now. I found the setting by luck, it's in Comfort and Convenience. This should be the default.

[@mluckynikko77]

Can you change the plugs yourself on the c8 ME?

[@VetOnVettes]

Absolutely

[@Inpreesme]

Thank you

[@SubVetBobby]

How would you compare your GT1 seats to the GT2 seats? U.S.Navy, retired bubblehead.

[@stevennatale4471]

I have sat in both, I have GT2's. If I close my eyes and dont know what I am sitting in, its VERY hard to tell the difference. The visual difference is MUCH greater than the tactile difference. There MAY be a smidge more lateral bolstering, nothing to note really. GT2's if you want the visual difference, which includes TWO TONE colorations. That was the only reason I did it, and it cost me too much really. It looks good, just not sure if it is "$2000 good"

[@alishailyas8714]

Where did u get the fob case ?

[@VetOnVettes]

G Brand Genuine Carbon Fiber for Chevrolet Corvette C8 Key Fob Case Cover 2020 2021 2022 (Red, Black) Keyless Entry Shell Trim unisex-adult (Red), 4 x 1 x 1 a.co/d/i9DsJl7

[@VetOnVettes]

G Brand Genuine Carbon Fiber for Chevrolet Corvette C8 Key Fob Case Cover 2020 2021 2022 (Red, Black) Keyless Entry Shell Trim unisex-adult (Red), 4 x 1 x 1 a.co/d/7osn7YI

[@Veto_2425]

Hello Mark. What color is your C8 ?

[@VetOnVettes]

Ceramic Matrix Gray

[@Veto_2425]

@@VetOnVettes Thank you .

[@joecarrillo4516]

Thanks!

[@VetOnVettes]

Thanks a lot man! And you are very welcome.

[@HcCh-sm8kk]

Thanks some of the stuff i have no clue 😅

[@CraigBlack-r2z]

Are you in the 757 area?

[@VetOnVettes]

Correct, but moving to NC soon. Well Moyock, so not far.

[@CraigBlack-r2z]

Great. So am I. Kempsville area. I just got my cacti green C8 convertible yesterday. Would like to pick you brain some. Interested?​@@VetOnVettes

[@jefferyjones4157]

What color is that?

[@VetOnVettes]

Ceramic matrix gray

[@itowmyhome797]

🎉

[@davidfacciponti8304]

You forget the hidden cigarette adapter ( located in 2 spots ) lets see if someone knows ...

[@terryTA]

The 12-volt adapter is located under and to the left of the glove box as well as the one shown inside the Frunk for the battery tender.

[@YAHNewsNetwork]

USE A SWIFFER with a microfiber towel on the rear glass.

[@VetOnVettes]

That's clever 👍👍

[@therickyp1917]

Read the owners manual people.

[@gbalulis]

Props for properly pronouncing “button”. Seriously.

[@VetOnVettes]

I'm really glad someone pinged on that! Haha

[@josh7120]

Your garage IS a showroom/mechanic shop

[@ericliu8946]

my c8 threw me on the road after 38 miles out of factory. Engine check light was on, and gear was stuck at #1. Had to tow it back to the nearest dealership

[@AtomLabX]

I'm 3 months into the video, and you are not talking about the tips yet. I'm sorry, but I couldn't care less, just get to it. Whatever you want to say, save it for last. Get to the tips, first hand.

[@randallmason1706]

Glad to see you have finished your garage, and Back to the C8 ! Thx great content.

[@vincenasti3703]

Great stuff and did ya know . 16 : There is only 1 -12 volt power outlet inside. It is buried under the dash on left side of glove box door 17: there is a finger pull wire under the dash behind the brake and tucked under the dash close to the firewall, that allows you to access the dead car's frunk and battery (for a jump start ) 18: 23 year C8s dropped the rear 2nd key hole, only 1 remains right of driver door "handle" tucked under the boomerang.

[@VetOnVettes]

All good stuff 👍🤙. If I do a part 2 in the future I'll make sure to give credit to those that commented additional tips.

[@trcythmpsn]

My dealer send my order to the factory last week. I'm excited.

[@johnnie135]

I just saw my 2024 Vette for the first time today. It took two and a half years to get it. I didn't take it home today because I choose to get a ceramic coating done first. When I first saw it -- it just blew me away!

[@Mark-wb1vl]

Excellent review, thanks so much. Your garage lighting is the best I’ve seen!. Totally dope

[@aquilesvailo4786]

First of all thanks for the Frunk open trick. That was really driving me crazy (thought it was broken). I just got my HTC yesterday and took it to the shop to get PPF + clear coat. I have a question though, where do I place a jack stand? If I use the jack point to raise the front of the car there’s no place to put the stand. Need to raise the car to install the radiator grill.

[@bobbymoore6013]

Just got my 2024 2lt in black and love it, but seeing your CMR makes me a little envious, loves great ...my C7 had a similar build

[@lazsosa8711]

Beautiful build man I got the same build twice 2021 and now a 2023 2lt love the red and black with that ceramic grey

[@dantesantoyo3460]

Dude your setup looks sweet!! On top of your car definitely looking like it’s on a showroom 👍🏽

[@VetOnVettes]

Thanks man!

[@ChuckDawson-k5y]

Good video. Hopefully you know that the engine hood has an additional travel past the initial opening. Push it up and you have more room to clean. Also, when close the door, use the U bracket to close the door. This can keep finger prints off the paint.

[@Brooks22n]

I learned some things, THANK YOU

[@VetOnVettes]

Awesome 👍😎. Welcome

[@erikhowell4775]

Very helpful, thank you! Especially how to open the frunk with the remote, that was killing me!

[@akcoop]

I appreciate you sharing this info bro. I live about 20min from Criswell and your vids have be very helpful. I hope to get mine soon. 👊🏽👊🏽

[@Cullenlord]

2nd or 3rd car?? My first car at 18 is a corvette 24 stingray

[@BILLYVO-h3c]

Nice garage with C-8 . I dream 😴

[@miguelgonzalez6213]

I wasn't aware that it was removeable top for the convertible. Is that standard on all new Corvette convertibles, or are there some models/packages that have an automated top rollback mechanism? I'm thinking it looks like a Ferrari Spyder, but doesn't have the best and coolest feature for all that money? WTF???!!!

[@darksideblues135]

He has a coupe. Mine has a transparent blue top with a white body. So when I drive, day or night, I can see the sky. It also looks better than having the sane colour top. The cabriolet version has a mechanism that will move the top back. However, it doesn't really let you see the engine like the coupe and the cover on the cabriolet is angled down so if for some unknown reason you have it outside in the rain, the water collects by the rear window. I would get the coupe if you can. The top is kind of hard to handle, but looks better than the cabriolet.

[@shank7993]

Thanks

[@Mylooo-n1c]

@VetOnVettes Were you ever able to add a HUD to a 1LT (like you mentioned a while back)? It seems feasible for the OEM HUD but I was curious if you looked into it?

[@VetOnVettes]

I'm still doing homework on it. I can source the HUD/new dash panel & the control buttons. I cannot find the applicable wire harness that connects the gauge cluster though. I need to keep sifting through eBay

[@surflingo]

@@VetOnVettesinteresting, keep me updated on how it goes I’ll try doing the same thing

[@Mylooo-n1c]

Also what is that harness called? Do you know if there is a part number associated with it@@VetOnVettes

[@ttown918]

Now that we are at the 5th model year (2024), are the C8s still having transmission problems (not all of course, but a decent %)?

[@GeorgeB-o3h]

Great video, just picked mine up today. Where did you get that large stingray on the wall. That’s awesome.

[@idane1234]

how this color called?

[@VetOnVettes]

Ceramic Matrix Gray

[@tutchngoes]

Mark thanks ! Tip on Z mode smoothing out ‘response’ for daily driving( in traffic) is money !

[@MrGarnettmiller]

Still waiting for one trick. Here’s one. There’s a section under the car for the jack.

[@jemilmo8282]

Just got my vette a week ago, thanks man this helped me out a lot!

[@bhazel69]

Great video!!!!!!!

[@VetOnVettes]

Thank you!

[@stevennatale4471]

HA! I m rocking that same Shirt! #Kohls :)

[@bleudogboston]

That garage is awsome!!!

[@mikegines1222]

Great tips

[@tomperkinsC8Z51]

Good job.

[@engravingwizard3153]

I have a 2024 stingray 2 LT my HUD for some reason has stop showing the speed limit symbol .. why and how do fix that?

[@trm0002]

It’s because your Onstar ran out. Only works with valid Onstar subscription.

[@kevinmace1654]

#16 secret 12v adapter under glove box to the left. So many secrets/tricks on the C8 love it.

[@tysen_ellison]

OMG Thank you.

[@glennfelpel9785]

I surely do appreciate you sharing this video. Thank you.

[@VetOnVettes]

You bet 👍👍

[@robertstarner8083]

Great Video!! Where did you get the great looking Key Fob cover?? Thank You…Dr Bob

[@VetOnVettes]

Thank you! My wife bought it for me off Amazon. Just search "carbon key fob cover C8".