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12-01-2007, 11:49 AM
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The LS-1, LS-2, LS-3, L92 and LS-7 engines are all state of the art lightweight engines.
If your worried about warranty then the MOD bug hasn't bit you yet.
The L76 intake limits your peak HP to around 6100 RPM's. The new GMPP carb'd intake will allow you to make more power at a higher RPM. The aluminum design will be stronger than the plastic L76. However, the intake is so new that there isn't much R & D on it yet. But, it would be my choice for a turbo. Of course I'd have a reputable engine builder put this all together.
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12-01-2007, 01:41 PM
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My point is that a recent model Vett can be modified with after market parts to be faster, quicker and corner better than this factory one that everyone is ogling.
The LS-1, LS-2, LS-3, L92 and LS-7 engines are all state of the art lightweight engines.
If your worried about warranty then the MOD bug hasn't bit you yet.
The L76 intake limits your peak HP to around 6100 RPM's. The new GMPP carb'd intake will allow you to make more power at a higher RPM. The aluminum design will be stronger than the plastic L76. However, the intake is so new that there isn't much R & D on it yet. But, it would be my choice for a turbo. Of course I'd have a reputable engine builder put this all together.
The LS-1, LS-2, LS-3, L92 and LS-7 engines are all state of the art lightweight engines.
If your worried about warranty then the MOD bug hasn't bit you yet.
The L76 intake limits your peak HP to around 6100 RPM's. The new GMPP carb'd intake will allow you to make more power at a higher RPM. The aluminum design will be stronger than the plastic L76. However, the intake is so new that there isn't much R & D on it yet. But, it would be my choice for a turbo. Of course I'd have a reputable engine builder put this all together.
12-02-2007, 01:47 AM
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12-02-2007, 08:02 PM
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My point is that a recent model Vett can be modified with after market parts to be faster, quicker and corner better than this factory one that everyone is ogling.
The LS-1, LS-2, LS-3, L92 and LS-7 engines are all state of the art lightweight engines.
If your worried about warranty then the MOD bug hasn't bit you yet.
The L76 intake limits your peak HP to around 6100 RPM's. The new GMPP carb'd intake will allow you to make more power at a higher RPM. The aluminum design will be stronger than the plastic L76. However, the intake is so new that there isn't much R & D on it yet. But, it would be my choice for a turbo. Of course I'd have a reputable engine builder put this all together.
The LS-1, LS-2, LS-3, L92 and LS-7 engines are all state of the art lightweight engines.
If your worried about warranty then the MOD bug hasn't bit you yet.
The L76 intake limits your peak HP to around 6100 RPM's. The new GMPP carb'd intake will allow you to make more power at a higher RPM. The aluminum design will be stronger than the plastic L76. However, the intake is so new that there isn't much R & D on it yet. But, it would be my choice for a turbo. Of course I'd have a reputable engine builder put this all together.
Also true, aftermarket parts have little R&D and validation testing. The one thing about aftermarket is that its typically not nearly as relieable as OEM because aftermarket doesnt have the resources ($$ and time) to fix all the issues.
So in the end aftermarket can Definately make more power for cheaper.. but having a 600+hp 100k reliable engine is a testament to OEM quality parts.
This is the reason aftermarket exists.. for people that arent satisfied with 600+ factory hp.. because we know thousands of other people have the same thing!!
12-02-2007, 11:32 PM
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The thing about this car isnt so much just that its 600+ hp, its that when people start doing what they did with the cobras a few years back, who knows how high the numbers will go on those engines.
12-03-2007, 12:58 AM
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This is true of every engine. However, this is the most powerful factory corvette engine ever and thats what people are oogling.
Also true, aftermarket parts have little R&D and validation testing. The one thing about aftermarket is that its typically not nearly as relieable as OEM because aftermarket doesnt have the resources ($$ and time) to fix all the issues.
So in the end aftermarket can Definately make more power for cheaper.. but having a 600+hp 100k reliable engine is a testament to OEM quality parts.
This is the reason aftermarket exists.. for people that arent satisfied with 600+ factory hp.. because we know thousands of other people have the same thing!!
Also true, aftermarket parts have little R&D and validation testing. The one thing about aftermarket is that its typically not nearly as relieable as OEM because aftermarket doesnt have the resources ($$ and time) to fix all the issues.
So in the end aftermarket can Definately make more power for cheaper.. but having a 600+hp 100k reliable engine is a testament to OEM quality parts.
This is the reason aftermarket exists.. for people that arent satisfied with 600+ factory hp.. because we know thousands of other people have the same thing!!
12-03-2007, 08:58 AM
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What about this setup?
http://www.z06-corvette.com/super/halltech.htm
http://www.z06-corvette.com/super/halltech.htm
12-03-2007, 04:55 PM
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You guys are killing me. You could have this power too. It's not a dream and it's not $100K. I'm no engine builder, but I'd get a hold of Matt @ SDPC.
1. Stroked L92 Shortblock (416 CID) is $4689
http://www.sdparts.com/product/SDL92...stons10cc.aspx
2. Ported L92 Heads are $1500 a PR
http://www.sdparts.com/product/SD880...ftSprings.aspx
3. L76 Carburated Manifold for $369
http://www.sdparts.com/product/25534...IMachined.aspx
4. Holley 850 CFM 4150 Carb for $483
http://store.summitracing.com/partde...5&autoview=sku
5. STS Turbo for $4995
http://www.ststurbo.com/gto
Well now that's about $13,000...
Why don't we save a couple of thousand and settle for a normally asperated 755 HP crate engine for $10,850
http://www.ultrastreet.net/598_classic.asp
1. Stroked L92 Shortblock (416 CID) is $4689
http://www.sdparts.com/product/SDL92...stons10cc.aspx
2. Ported L92 Heads are $1500 a PR
http://www.sdparts.com/product/SD880...ftSprings.aspx
3. L76 Carburated Manifold for $369
http://www.sdparts.com/product/25534...IMachined.aspx
4. Holley 850 CFM 4150 Carb for $483
http://store.summitracing.com/partde...5&autoview=sku
5. STS Turbo for $4995
http://www.ststurbo.com/gto
Well now that's about $13,000...
Why don't we save a couple of thousand and settle for a normally asperated 755 HP crate engine for $10,850
http://www.ultrastreet.net/598_classic.asp
12-04-2007, 12:38 PM
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There are several testing in protype ZR1 corvettes. There is a silver one, and a yellow one to my knowledge. 600-650HP out of the LS9.
There is also going to be a detuned version for the new CTS-v. Looks for about 550HP in that
There is also going to be a detuned version for the new CTS-v. Looks for about 550HP in that
12-04-2007, 03:24 PM
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Nothing was more enjoyable than this quote from the mustangevolution website, "Detroit Auto Show: This is the 2009 Corvette ZR1 LS9 Engine and Yes, We're Probably in Serious Trouble"
