L92 DynoJet Numbers Plus Plan B, C, D, E and F...
03-26-2010, 07:27 PM
#1101
03-27-2010, 05:55 PM
#1103
Just got back from picking up the car at Virginia Speed. The car is a brute. Excellent linear power. A little less chop than before which means VERY little. Thanks to Ed it runs flawlessly. I was really impressed with the return to idle. Perfect every time. This is with a 107mm NW TB. We got stuck in some bumper to bumper traffic and it was no more difficult to drive than any manual transmission.
The Spec 3+ performs great. It has a small "growl" when engaging. Nothing major and I think that will go away with some miles.
We ended up taking some country roads back because the 95 North had 3 of 4 lanes closed. The last hundred miles or so was nice country roads and we got on it a few times. Traction with the 315 PS2 is an illusion through the first 2 and half of 3rd gear. It blows through traction control completely.
All in all, I'm extremely pleased with the way this iteration turned out. A bit schizophrenic. Mild just cruising around and violently quick on the throttle.
BTW: The valve covers are a beautiful Candy Apple Red with the Virginia Speed engraving. They really didn't photograph well above.
The Spec 3+ performs great. It has a small "growl" when engaging. Nothing major and I think that will go away with some miles.
We ended up taking some country roads back because the 95 North had 3 of 4 lanes closed. The last hundred miles or so was nice country roads and we got on it a few times. Traction with the 315 PS2 is an illusion through the first 2 and half of 3rd gear. It blows through traction control completely.
All in all, I'm extremely pleased with the way this iteration turned out. A bit schizophrenic. Mild just cruising around and violently quick on the throttle.
BTW: The valve covers are a beautiful Candy Apple Red with the Virginia Speed engraving. They really didn't photograph well above.
03-27-2010, 06:10 PM
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Congrats Kevin, sounds like you got one psycho Bi Polar bitch with just a touch of class on your hands 
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Great job everyone, and glad to hear you made it home safely........
!!!!!!!!!Great job everyone, and glad to hear you made it home safely........
03-28-2010, 08:26 AM
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I think I saw the whole dam state of Virginia today! Was a nice LONG drive back from Virginia Speed. 
Kevin, that engine looks as good as it performs. The candy apple red covers really have to be seen, to be appreciated. Shawn did a great job on the engraving for sure.
How to describe the engine itself........Jeckyl and Hyde!
Sitting at idle, it's so smooth and quiet you would never know what beast lies beneath. You're going to HAVE to get some kind of stickier tire for the backs, there's just no way to hook up the PS2's....PERIOD. Even with drag radials, it's gonna eat those alive too.
I cannot EVER remember seeing something so docile, and yet so viscious at the same time. And I mean that in the best, and most jealous way possible.
Kevin, The Gentlemans Cruiser is a true beulevard beater my friend.
Kevin, that engine looks as good as it performs. The candy apple red covers really have to be seen, to be appreciated. Shawn did a great job on the engraving for sure.
How to describe the engine itself........Jeckyl and Hyde!
Sitting at idle, it's so smooth and quiet you would never know what beast lies beneath. You're going to HAVE to get some kind of stickier tire for the backs, there's just no way to hook up the PS2's....PERIOD. Even with drag radials, it's gonna eat those alive too.
I cannot EVER remember seeing something so docile, and yet so viscious at the same time. And I mean that in the best, and most jealous way possible.
Kevin, The Gentlemans Cruiser is a true beulevard beater my friend.
03-28-2010, 09:19 AM
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Hey Kevin take a look at the tires this guy uses for his 1150 rwhp monster. Turbos and Nitrous.
https://ls1tech.com/forums/corvette-...whp-style.html
Mickey Thompson 345/18's !! Might be a little too wide. They sure look good on the c6 though.
https://ls1tech.com/forums/corvette-...whp-style.html
Mickey Thompson 345/18's !! Might be a little too wide. They sure look good on the c6 though.
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03-28-2010, 09:23 AM
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Sounds like the engine is all you could hope for. Good Deal!
Be careful what you hope for in terms of traction. Something has to give lest the drive train will find the next weakest link.
Tall wrinkle-wall slicks will hook but create a whole new specific drag car scenario.
Be careful what you hope for in terms of traction. Something has to give lest the drive train will find the next weakest link.
Tall wrinkle-wall slicks will hook but create a whole new specific drag car scenario.
03-28-2010, 11:27 AM
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Wheel spin doesn't break things.
03-29-2010, 10:12 AM
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The 315 PS2's are worthless and I have yet to really appreciate the car's acceleration due to spinning though 3 gears. Drag radials don't meet my handling or reliability requirements. The Kuhmo XS's look interesting but I'm still not expecting much help from them.
03-29-2010, 10:35 AM
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my khumos arrived on Monday. Weird tire they almost feel like they are made from plastic. Haven't installed then yet as my car is still in
pieces but the viper crowd seems to like them and the gsd3's I'm taking off are completely useless. Can't be worse than what I had
pieces but the viper crowd seems to like them and the gsd3's I'm taking off are completely useless. Can't be worse than what I had
03-29-2010, 03:32 PM
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Awesome Kevin, I am glad the build turned out the way you wanted. Speaking from experience, it is nerve racking as hell to do a build like this. Of course you had the guys at Virginia Speed but you never know until you are in the car and everything works as or better than expected. Good job; now let's go cruising somewhere. I hear LA isn't too far.
03-30-2010, 09:18 AM
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Congrats Kevin 
This is by far the most impressive 427 build that I have seen. I never dreamed that we would reach a day when you could have this kind of torque and driveability without forced induction, but it has happened. One would think this was at least a 454 by looking at dyno!
I know how blown away I was with my car after Ed was done with it, so I can only imagine how you feel right now!
Once again Congrats and now its time to have some fun this summer...
Matt
This is by far the most impressive 427 build that I have seen. I never dreamed that we would reach a day when you could have this kind of torque and driveability without forced induction, but it has happened. One would think this was at least a 454 by looking at dyno!
I know how blown away I was with my car after Ed was done with it, so I can only imagine how you feel right now!
Once again Congrats and now its time to have some fun this summer...
Matt
03-30-2010, 10:05 AM
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Just got back from picking up the car at Virginia Speed. The car is a brute. Excellent linear power. A little less chop than before which means VERY little. Thanks to Ed it runs flawlessly. I was really impressed with the return to idle. Perfect every time. This is with a 107mm NW TB. We got stuck in some bumper to bumper traffic and it was no more difficult to drive than any manual transmission.
The Spec 3+ performs great. It has a small "growl" when engaging. Nothing major and I think that will go away with some miles.
We ended up taking some country roads back because the 95 North had 3 of 4 lanes closed. The last hundred miles or so was nice country roads and we got on it a few times. Traction with the 315 PS2 is an illusion through the first 2 and half of 3rd gear. It blows through traction control completely.
All in all, I'm extremely pleased with the way this iteration turned out. A bit schizophrenic. Mild just cruising around and violently quick on the throttle.
BTW: The valve covers are a beautiful Candy Apple Red with the Virginia Speed engraving. They really didn't photograph well above.
The Spec 3+ performs great. It has a small "growl" when engaging. Nothing major and I think that will go away with some miles.
We ended up taking some country roads back because the 95 North had 3 of 4 lanes closed. The last hundred miles or so was nice country roads and we got on it a few times. Traction with the 315 PS2 is an illusion through the first 2 and half of 3rd gear. It blows through traction control completely.
All in all, I'm extremely pleased with the way this iteration turned out. A bit schizophrenic. Mild just cruising around and violently quick on the throttle.
BTW: The valve covers are a beautiful Candy Apple Red with the Virginia Speed engraving. They really didn't photograph well above.
03-30-2010, 11:51 AM
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What, and give it away? Kevin is Mr Low profile with his ride. You never see him coming, but with all this power if he has traction most people will see him walking (running) away from them.
Although 427 badges, modest sized would be sweet. What do you think Kevin? Going to stay STEALTH or advertise just a touch?
Although 427 badges, modest sized would be sweet. What do you think Kevin? Going to stay STEALTH or advertise just a touch?
03-30-2010, 12:27 PM
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What, and give it away? Kevin is Mr Low profile with his ride. You never see him coming, but with all this power if he has traction most people will see him walking (running) away from them.
Although 427 badges, modest sized would be sweet. What do you think Kevin? Going to stay STEALTH or advertise just a touch?
Although 427 badges, modest sized would be sweet. What do you think Kevin? Going to stay STEALTH or advertise just a touch?
03-30-2010, 01:32 PM
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What, and give it away? Kevin is Mr Low profile with his ride. You never see him coming, but with all this power if he has traction most people will see him walking (running) away from them.
Although 427 badges, modest sized would be sweet. What do you think Kevin? Going to stay STEALTH or advertise just a touch?
Although 427 badges, modest sized would be sweet. What do you think Kevin? Going to stay STEALTH or advertise just a touch?