Exterior

The Exterior category in the Mid America Motorworks Knowledge Library hosts insightful articles on Corvette body kits and aerodynamic enhancements, essential weatherstripping maintenance, the fascinating design evolution of the Corvette, and more.

• 1953-1982 Corvette Body Lift Checklist

  The following checklist will assist you in preparing to remove your Corvette body from the chassis.

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• 1984-1996 Corvette Lower your Corvette for Better Handling

  Are you looking for quicker response and improved handling from your 1984-96 Corvette?

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• C1 1953-1962 Corvette Wheel & Tire Reference Guide

  When purchasing new tires or wheels for your 1953-1962 Corvette, always refer to the measurements of the wheels and tires that came on your Corvette from the assembly plant.

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• C2 1963-1967 Corvette Wheel & Tire Reference Guide

  When purchasing new tires or wheels for your 1963-1967 Corvette, always refer to the measurements of the wheels and tires that came on your Corvette from the assembly plant.

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• C3 1968-1982 Corvette Wheel & Tire Reference Guide

  When purchasing new tires or wheels for your 1968-1982 Corvette, always refer to the measurements of the wheels and tires that came on your Corvette from the assembly plant.

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• C4 1984-1996 Corvette Wheel & Tire Reference Guide

  When purchasing new tires or wheels for your 1984-1996 Corvette, always refer to the measurements of the wheels and tires that came on your Corvette from the assembly plant.

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• C5 1997-2004 Corvette Wheel & Tire Reference Guide

  When purchasing new tires or wheels for your 1997-2004 Corvette, always refer to the measurements of the wheels and tires that came on your Corvette from the assembly plant.

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• C6 2005-2013 Corvette Wheel & Tire Reference Guide

  When purchasing new tires or wheels for your 2005-2013 Corvette, always refer to the measurements of the wheels and tires that came on your Corvette from the assembly plant.

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• C7 2014-2019 Corvette Wheel & Tire Reference Guide

  When purchasing new tires or wheels for your 2014-2019 Corvette, always refer to the measurements of the wheels and tires that came on your Corvette from the assembly plant.

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• Choosing Car Covers

  Purchasing a Corvette Cover is one of the easiest and most effective ways to protect and maintain your investment.

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• Corvette Aerodynamic Body Kits

  Your Corvette sends a clear message to other drivers about your passion for America's Sports Car.

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• Corvette Decals: Stick With Good Looks

  With every Corvette project – no matter how large or small – you always ask yourself two questions: “What is my desired outcome?

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• Corvette WeatherStrip: Don't Let The Weather Dampen Your Ride

  When was the last time you closed the door or hatch of your Corvette and heard that familiar “thunk” that indicates a strong seal?

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• Decoding Corvette Paint Colors

  Mid America Motorworks has taken the guesswork out of paint colors with this helpful guide of 1953-2020 exterior colors.

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• Evolution of Corvette Body Components

  This guide identifies the many types and sub-types of Corvette Body “fabrics,” and related manufacturing processes used for OE Style production, aftermarket reproduction and custom parts for Corvette Body Components.

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• FAQ: Corvette Short Tube & Long Tube Headers

  You have two basic options when choosing headers for your Corvette: short tube or long tube.

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• FAQ: Zero 7 Side Skirts

  Learn all about Zero 7 Side Skirts

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• Installing a Big Mouth Air Dam: How Your C4 Corvette Benefits

  Learn why the Corvette Big Mouth Air Dam is the perfect way to add performance to your 1990-1996 Corvette

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• Know the Difference: Aluminum Vs. Stainless Steel

  Bolting on a performance exhaust system adds an exciting new tone to your car.

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• License to Drive: A History of License Plates

  While the first "everyday" automobile hit the streets in 1908, license plates have actually been around for much longer.

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• Low Tire Pressure Warning System

  If you own, service or are planning to purchase a 1989 through 1996 Corvette, sooner or later you will encounter the LTPWS or Low Tire Pressure Warning System.

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• Lower Your Corvette for Better Handling

  Are you looking for quicker response and improved handling from your Corvette?

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• Mutiple Quality Levels of Weatherstrip

  As part of MID AMERICA MOTORWORKS’ ongoing effort to enhance the Corvette hobby, we have expanded our weatherstrip offerings to be the most accurate and comprehensive in the market place.

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• Power Window Regulators

  Introduced as an unprecedented option for the Corvette in 1956, Power Windows have become as commonplace as the steering wheel in automotive design.

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• Protecting your Corvette Convertible Top in the Winter

  Learn the basics of maintaining your Convertible top through the winter months

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• Rust Converters and How they Work on Your Metal Restorations

  What rust converters can do for your restoration

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• Spoiler Alert! The differences between Spoilers, Splitters, Wings and Diffusers

  Aftermarket parts add a custom look to Corvettes, but many times they also serve a functional purpose.

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• The Evolution of Corvette Mirrors

  A rear-view mirror is a mirror in automobiles and other vehicles, designed to allow the driver to see rearward through the vehicle’s back windshield.

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• What Does Your Exhaust Say About You?

  Mid America Motorworks IAC Chart is based on a comparison of the sound volume level of the original stock Corvette exhaust of a particular model.

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• Wheel and Tire Measurement Guide

  Do you know how to measure wheel diameter?

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• Which Exhaust is Right for Your Corvette?

  Corvette exhaust comes in a variety of options.

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