I've been thinking about getting a T/A or a firehawk for awhile, But then I realized, If I get another F-Body LS1, Its basically going to be the same thing as my 98 Z28, except for the body and the extra horses the firehawk provides. So I thought, Why not do something crazy and use the extra money i'd spend on buying a new T/A and upgrade my Z28. But then Again, I've always loved Trans Ams, and I have 3 Camaros.

So instrad of getting the Trans Am, I thought about just doing a single turbo with a 402 stroker set up, Or doing a twin turbo set up.

Been pulling my hair out the past few days about this decision.. So I could use some advise. What should I do?

 

They really don't have any extra power...GM rated them less so the Corvette owners wouldn't get upset about their car having the same power level as a lowly Fbody.

 

Firehawks suposedly made more power than the regular T/A's. I want to say its because they had a lid and better exhaust. I could be wrong.

 

MOD THE Z

 

x2.....

 

Mod the Z, c'monnnn!

 

Don't fall into that trap of always buying selling cars, you'll never get anywhere....with that being said, mod that Camaro! The TA or Hawk might have like 7 more hp from a lid and slightly better exhaust, you can do that yourself for cheap.

 

I was considering the same, and I am going to stick with my Z. I make good money, but 2/3 of my current jobs are involving hot headed Italian Americans, who like to fire people on a whim (I am Italian too so I hope not to offend anyone). Due to this, I don't want to take a chunk of my savings away when there is always the possibility that my financial situation may change. I'll probably rack up about 1500 worth of mods this winter and then slap them on in the spring for a 50 flywheel hp gain (LS6 Intake, Ported TB, Headers w/ Catted Y, and a Tune). This way I won't feel too bad. Just remember, only you can make the right decision (didnt mean to sound like smoky the bear there haha).

 

Mod the Z28. Just IMO though.
Good luck!

 

You will see zero gain going to a Firehawk with the SLP dual/dual exhaust and Blackwing airlid. You already have an equally good flowing catback, and I assume when you say "intake" in your sig it's referring to a lid.

So don't buy a Firehawk thinking it'll be faster, because it won't. And even if your car was 100% stock, and air lid & catback are a lot cheaper to buy than a new car.

Only reason you should get the Firehawk is if you like the look better than your Z28. There is no other vaild reason.

 

mod the z

 

I agree with RPM WS6 do it only if you want the looks of the firehawk because there is no extra power. And like 95 Z28 said dont fall into the buying and selling thing. I almost did and am glad I didnt, in the long run I know I'll be happeir with a modded Z28 than a stock SS.

 

It depends...if you can find a T/A that is in better shape than yours, you might end up ahead by the time you factor in all of the maintenance crap like brakes, transmission, rear end, etc. that will need to be in top shape if you are going after a 402 with a turbo. That kinda power is gonna put a hurting on EVERYTHING that isn't up to the task...

 

You do realize that would cost you more than buying a super clean 2002 T/A with low miles outright, don't you? That's almost like saying, "I was thinking about pouring $30,000 into this $10,000 car."

Just saying.

 

I'm looking to spend around the area of $15,000 on what ever it is I decide to do. Havent really looked into prices that much, but I assumed that the twin turbo set up should fall within that range. The 402 with a turbo would probibly excede that amount though.. But I'm just going to have to do a little more research. Thanks for the advice..

My 98 Z28 is very clean, and has 31,XXX miles. No problems with it.. I bought it from the original owner who had all maintenence records on it and took very good care of it.

 

So you'd sell an excellent condition, low mileage LS1 Z28 that you've got full records/history on, that has zero problems, to start all over with an LS1 Trans Am that might be a lemon for all you know?

Choice is obvious for me, I'd stick with the Z28. You might just spend a bunch of cash and get a car that's nothing but problems. That's a chance you take any time you buy used.

 

Umm.. I wouldnt sell any of my cars. I'm talking about making another addition to the garage. So it would give me a total of 4 cars if I bought the T/A.. (95 Z28, 98 Z28, 94 3.4L, & T/A). No cars would be sold in the process, So therefore, my 98 Z28 would be going nowhere. I've got money to spend right now, so I figure I would do something with it that involved a car..

So I guess I should reword the question..

Mod my 98 Z28 vs. Add A Trans Am to my collection (and not sell anything!)

Sorry for the confusion .

 

add ta =D

 

oh dude definitely mod the Z then.. if you want a ta, sell the 95 and the 94 and DD the TA you buy. the m6 ls1 car will get better mileage than that 3.4, i'll guarantee it.

 

Now I understand.

That's a tough question then.... not really sure which way I'd go. Adding cars to the collection is always fun, but so is going faster....hmmm...