Firebird Formula and trans am
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06-07-2005, 09:20 PM
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I have a NON WS6 T/A convertible and many people think it's a Formula or they think it's a V6 Firebird.
This guy at the drag strip called my T/A a sleeper after he saw it run. He didn't think a smooth idle car that was lowered could be faster then his trailored in 70 Chevelle race car
CD player was on and I was eating a burger and shake while staging. Life can be so simple when you own an LS1.
This guy at the drag strip called my T/A a sleeper after he saw it run. He didn't think a smooth idle car that was lowered could be faster then his trailored in 70 Chevelle race car
CD player was on and I was eating a burger and shake while staging. Life can be so simple when you own an LS1. 
06-07-2005, 11:16 PM
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Originally Posted by ActionJack
One more difference for the T/A and Formula, for 2001 and 2002 only the Trans Am had the WS6 option.
06-07-2005, 11:22 PM
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Originally Posted by BigE
The Formula could be had as a convertible. The Formula weighs in at roughly 3450 lbs whereas the TA is 1-200 lbs heavier and the convertible TA bringing up the rear at almost 3800 lbs. All of this information is in the FAQ, BTW.
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06-07-2005, 11:24 PM
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Originally Posted by slow
GM only made 2 LS1 formula verts, not sold to private owners. One 6 speed, 1 auto both 98 WS6 cars.
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06-07-2005, 11:33 PM
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I love the Formulas. I have a 97 Formula, all black, and I took the badges off everything. I see so many V6 Firebirds with just a catback system, so I guess mine looks the same 
I have had a couple of mustangs try to eat me alive, but they were not successful
I have had a couple of mustangs try to eat me alive, but they were not successful
06-08-2005, 08:41 AM
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http://www.marshu.com/ws6-car-gm-new...-chevrolet.php
Although, I did not know they were not publicly available. I also thought you could get a non-WS6 Formula convertible, but it appears I was wrong there.
Although, I did not know they were not publicly available. I also thought you could get a non-WS6 Formula convertible, but it appears I was wrong there.
06-17-2005, 03:14 PM
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Originally Posted by KBOBOZ71
could someone tell me what is different about the WS6?
RAM AIR PERFORMANCE & HANDLING PKG - inc: Ram Air induction system, functional air scoops, P275/ 40ZR17 tires, 17 high- polished aluminum wheels, specific tuned suspension, specific low- restriction dual outlet exhaust system, 325 horsepower, pwr steering cooler *Affects Color Availability* (N/ A w/ WU6 Firehawk Pkg) Code: WS6
*edit HP to 325 from 320 (320 was 98 to 00)
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06-17-2005, 03:15 PM
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Originally Posted by ActionJack
From 2001 WS6:
RAM AIR PERFORMANCE & HANDLING PKG - inc: Ram Air induction system, functional air scoops, P275/ 40ZR17 tires, 17 high- polished aluminum wheels, specific tuned suspension, specific low- restriction dual outlet exhaust system, 320 horsepower, pwr steering cooler *Affects Color Availability* (N/ A w/ WU6 Firehawk Pkg) Code: WS6
RAM AIR PERFORMANCE & HANDLING PKG - inc: Ram Air induction system, functional air scoops, P275/ 40ZR17 tires, 17 high- polished aluminum wheels, specific tuned suspension, specific low- restriction dual outlet exhaust system, 320 horsepower, pwr steering cooler *Affects Color Availability* (N/ A w/ WU6 Firehawk Pkg) Code: WS6
06-17-2005, 03:42 PM
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Originally Posted by KBOBOZ71
how much hp did the regular ta have in 2001?
From 01' to 02' the rated HP 310 for base models and HP 325 for WS6
For 01 to 02:
Horsepower:
310@5200 rpm
325@5200rpm (with WS6 Ram AIr)
Torque(lb-ft):
340@4000rpm
350@4000rpm (with WS6 Ram AIr)
06-17-2005, 03:44 PM
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Originally Posted by KBOBOZ71
how much hp did the regular ta have in 2001?
Also, the Horse Power ratings have been proven to be under rated by GM. If you dyno a stock car and account for drive train loss the HP is typically higher than what GM advertised.
And once you start modding your LS1 the factory stats are garbage.
06-17-2005, 04:10 PM
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Yeah, most LS1s (except auto 98-00 cars) will put down around 300 at the wheels, even though they're rated around 305 or so for the base models. Lol.
the LT1s got underrated too. It was all a big scam for the Corvette having to stay top dog.
the LT1s got underrated too. It was all a big scam for the Corvette having to stay top dog.
