Mod Your C8 Corvette the Right Way with Z51 Wickers and Rock Guards from ACS Composite

0
4419

Mod Your C8 Corvette the Right Way with Z51 Wickers and Rock Guards from ACS Composite


When it comes to the Corvette aftermarket, ACS Composite has distinguished itself for offering enthusiasts the highest quality aerodynamic components and parts for C6 through C8 Corvettes, and their upgrades designed to protect your investment are among the most trusted in the hobby. This month the stars aligned and somehow they managed to package a couple of our favorite upgrades in this one blog post. Like many of you, I’m still dreaming of my first C8 Corvette and it would be easy to imagine these mods from ACS would be at the top of my list.

ACS Composite’s C8 Z51 Wickers

ACS Composite developed these exclusive wickers in-house for the C8 Corvette Z51 Stingray and it’s an innovative way to improve the rear-end aerodynamics with additional downforce to the Z51’s OEM spoiler. We really like the distinctive look that the wickers offer for the Stingray’s rear profile. It’s a small yet noticeable change that would stand out in a crowd.

ACS Composite's C8 Z51 Wickers

GM says the high wing and the Z51 spoiler generate the same amount of downforce to the Corvette Stingray, so there is no additional aero benefit with either wing. With these wickers installed, your Stingray will have a more aggressive profile by adding additional surface area to the spoiler, much like the Stage II wickers offered on the C7 Z06.

ACS Composite's C8 Z51 Wickers

The ACS C8 Z51 wickers come pre-painted in Carbon Flash to match the exterior vents and rear fascia of the car. They contain double-sided tape as well as three mounting holes for installation on the Z51 spoiler. There is some drilling required and you will need a rivet gun, but the video below shows just how easy it would be for you to install on your C8 Corvette. ACS rates this an Easy Install and says it should only take about an hour to complete.

The C8 Z51 Wickers are offered for $449.00 USD and Free Shipping is included.


C8 Corvette Rock Guards

If there is one product I would suggest everyone put on their C8 Corvettes, it would be the C8 Rock Guards from ACS Composite. These are an enhanced design over GM’s mud flaps and they offer more than double the protection over the OEM versions with their unique design features.

C8 Corvette Rock Guards

The C8 Corvette’s inherent Coke-bottle design means the rear end is wider to accommodate the larger rear tires as well as offer the ability for the side air intakes to capture as much air as possible. That wider rear end is the target for rocks and other road debris which have a propensity for being kicked up and launched by the sticky Michelin tires against the lower sides of the car. While costly solutions like paint protection film (PPF) can help minimize the damage to your exterior paint, these new C8 Corvette Rock Guards from ACS Composite offer the ultimate protection to guard your Corvette’s exterior against rocks and other debris.

C8 Corvette Rock Guards

ACS Composite’s C8 Rock Guards offer added protection with features that include a wider edge, a bladed shield that helps control rocks and road debris inside the wheel well, and an added downward extension that provides great stopping power front and back. C8 Rock Guards are manufactured from ACS Composite’s proprietary PC Composite material and are designed to withstand extreme temperatures as well as impacts from rocks and other road debris.

Installation is easy and takes as little as 30 minutes as the C8 Rock Guards use the stock OEM mounting points in the wheel wheels so no drilling or two-sided tape is required. ACS Composite also offers an install video that can be found on the company’s YouTube Channel. The C8 Rock Guards are sold as a set of four (2 front/2 rear) for $499 with Free Shipping included.


C7 & C8 Corvette Wheel Stud Extenders

If you have ever removed the wheels on your C7 or C8 Corvette, you know that the process can be a back-breaking experience, not to mention the fear of possibly damaging your brake calipers or costly carbon ceramic brake rotors. ACS Composite’s Corvette Wheel Stud Extenders is the perfect tool for the job and you’ll want to keep a set of these in your Corvette for those “just in case” moments in addition to any maintenance or detailing needs.

C8 Corvette Wheel Stud Extenders

These 200mm Corvette Wheel Stud Extenders are used to extend the wheel stud with a stainless steel female-threaded guide. Once installed, slip the wheel on and rest it on the Stud Extenders instead of your knees. Whether you are doing maintenance work or simply detailing, removing the wheels can be a much simpler task with the correct tool. Two stainless steel extenders are included in each set.

C8 Corvette Wheel Stud Extenders

The C8 Corvette Wheel Stud Extenders are offered for $99/set and shipping is free. Wheel Extenders are also available for the C6 and C7 Corvette.



Source:
ACS Composite

 



-