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Old May 8, 2009 | 08:15 PM
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The z. Throw some spray on it. Kill everything. Profit??

Damn bro you're quick. I agree but I am hoping a few guys may mention something that I am not considering.

I made about $3K but if you factor in the mod money, I lost about $3K, oh well.
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Old May 8, 2009 | 08:31 PM
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Not bad either way. Most people lost money. And I was quick cuz as soon as I came to SRK, this was here lolol. But I do try to stay on stop of ****.
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Old May 8, 2009 | 09:17 PM
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Alright, while it's open, what do you guys think about these 2 choices for my next ride. My car will be gone Thursday ( http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c6-c...-kooks-fs.html ) and I am trying to decide on which way to go.

A- 2006 C6Z (H/C/Bolt-ons/LS7 FAST w/ agressive tune) 600-610rwhp

B- 2008+ LS3 (FI with blower cam and bolt ons) 590-640rwhp

What would YOU guys buy and why?

Both cars will run similar times but one is N/A

Both are C6's but one is the Daddy C6Z

Let me hear some ideas, though it will be a while before I jump again
I like the C6, but only because I love the lazy man's A6
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Old May 8, 2009 | 09:29 PM
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Originally Posted by JayplaySS2
Alright, while it's open, what do you guys think about these 2 choices for my next ride. My car will be gone Thursday ( http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c6-c...-kooks-fs.html ) and I am trying to decide on which way to go.

A- 2006 C6Z (H/C/Bolt-ons/LS7 FAST w/ agressive tune) 600-610rwhp

B- 2008+ LS3 (FI with blower cam and bolt ons) 590-640rwhp

What would YOU guys buy and why?

Both cars will run similar times but one is N/A

Both are C6's but one is the Daddy C6Z

Let me hear some ideas, though it will be a while before I jump again
Originally Posted by AznMuscle
The z. Throw some spray on it. Kill everything. Profit??
X2 that thing would be nasty with even a hundred shot. . . imagine a 150
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Old May 9, 2009 | 07:35 AM
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Sorry, fellers, Had to get to my daddys last nite for a family reunion.

Any of you boys ever hear of RD Mercer? I bought the Henry J from him...
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Old May 9, 2009 | 08:41 AM
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Go with the Z, because you want it.
I'm not really big on teetering on choices to compromise, when you know that you really want.
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Old May 9, 2009 | 09:16 AM
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Originally Posted by carman53
Sorry, fellers, Had to get to my daddys last nite for a family reunion.

Any of you boys ever hear of RD Mercer? I bought the Henry J from him...
roy D by god mercer, and i can garun damn tee some bodys gonna get an *** whuppin
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Old May 9, 2009 | 09:46 AM
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Originally Posted by JayplaySS2
Alright, while it's open, what do you guys think about these 2 choices for my next ride.

A- 2006 C6Z (H/C/Bolt-ons/LS7 FAST w/ agressive tune) 600-610rwhp

B- 2008+ LS3 (FI with blower cam and bolt ons) 590-640rwhp

What would YOU guys buy and why?
Is this even a question Jay? Option "A" by a mile. With just a 100 shot, it would be relatively untouchable on the street. Unless you have some guy show up with a monster turbo car...
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Old May 9, 2009 | 12:15 PM
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Originally Posted by DiscerningZ32
I like the C6, but only because I love the lazy man's A6
I actually like the A6 too but I really want a C6Z. I settled with my C6, though it was fun.

Originally Posted by PNYKLR-TA
X2 that thing would be nasty with even a hundred shot. . . imagine a 150
I'll have to ask around what size shot it will safely take when it's already at 580+rwhp. I think a 100 shot would be good

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Sorry, fellers, Had to get to my daddys last nite for a family reunion.

Any of you boys ever hear of RD Mercer? I bought the Henry J from him...
RD Mercer, oh man I remember those calls, funny as hell.

Originally Posted by 92builtbird
Go with the Z, because you want it.
I'm not really big on teetering on choices to compromise, when you know that you really want.
Your'e right, I comprimised on this C6 and wasted time and money. I'll just hold out for a C6Z. Thanks.

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Is this even a question Jay? Option "A" by a mile. With just a 100 shot, it would be relatively untouchable on the street. Unless you have some guy show up with a monster turbo car...
Agreed too, I just thought there could be something I was not considereng. I know when the time comes, a C6Z in my area will be around $35-37K and an FI'd LS3 will pop up at the same price. Thanks
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Old May 9, 2009 | 12:29 PM
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The C6Z is a little on the harsh side, if you drive it daily it might get old. It wouldn't for me but I don't know if you want to live with that. The costs of replacing clutches could get costly over the long term. With that said I would get the Z and not look back. But I am a die hard manual guy and the C6Z looks better IMO.
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Old May 9, 2009 | 12:46 PM
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Originally Posted by The Manalishi
The C6Z is a little on the harsh side, if you drive it daily it might get old. It wouldn't for me but I don't know if you want to live with that. The costs of replacing clutches could get costly over the long term. With that said I would get the Z and not look back. But I am a die hard manual guy and the C6Z looks better IMO.

Thanks, exact feedback I am looking for.
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Old May 9, 2009 | 01:03 PM
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I forgot one other thing as well. I'd check out the costs of insuring both cars as well. There can be pretty significant differences and for some that can be a shock when you budgeted for one thing and its costs a lot more or it may not be worth the extra cost for others.
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Old May 9, 2009 | 02:16 PM
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The only thing I can see getting old is the M6. The clutch wear issue can be fixed by doing it right the first time. Textralia OZ700 should take care of your needs and last a LONG time. The manners of the cam is what could get old even faster than the trans. Cam surge, idle issues, and fuel economy (pending its a DD) would all play an important part of my decision.

Are the street manners of this particular cam pretty good?
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Old May 9, 2009 | 02:24 PM
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Originally Posted by carman53
this Bad *** Toyota Corolla S pulls up
The funniest part
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Old May 9, 2009 | 02:27 PM
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Do it Jason!! Z06 all the way
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Old May 9, 2009 | 02:36 PM
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Originally Posted by JayplaySS2
I actually like the A6 too but I really want a C6Z. I settled with my C6, though it was fun.



I'll have to ask around what size shot it will safely take when it's already at 580+rwhp. I think a 100 shot would be good



RD Mercer, oh man I remember those calls, funny as hell.



Your'e right, I comprimised on this C6 and wasted time and money. I'll just hold out for a C6Z. Thanks.



Agreed too, I just thought there could be something I was not considereng. I know when the time comes, a C6Z in my area will be around $35-37K and an FI'd LS3 will pop up at the same price. Thanks
Go with the Z and supercharge it
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Old May 9, 2009 | 02:42 PM
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Originally Posted by JayplaySS2
A- 2006 C6Z (H/C/Bolt-ons/LS7 FAST w/ agressive tune) 600-610rwhp

B- 2008+ LS3 (FI with blower cam and bolt ons) 590-640rwhp

Hmmm...... what color are they?
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Old May 9, 2009 | 03:49 PM
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Originally Posted by MrDavid
The only thing I can see getting old is the M6. The clutch wear issue can be fixed by doing it right the first time. Textralia OZ700 should take care of your needs and last a LONG time. The manners of the cam is what could get old even faster than the trans. Cam surge, idle issues, and fuel economy (pending its a DD) would all play an important part of my decision.

Are the street manners of this particular cam pretty good?
I'd go with a twin disk if I were doing it but everyone has their favorites. You are spot on with the cam, big cams get old pretty quickly in a daily driver.
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Old May 9, 2009 | 04:24 PM
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Originally Posted by MrDavid
The only thing I can see getting old is the M6. The clutch wear issue can be fixed by doing it right the first time. Textralia OZ700 should take care of your needs and last a LONG time. The manners of the cam is what could get old even faster than the trans. Cam surge, idle issues, and fuel economy (pending its a DD) would all play an important part of my decision.

Are the street manners of this particular cam pretty good?
Not a DD but cam choice would be mucho important

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Do it Jason!! Z06 all the way
Thanks dude, it will be a while

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Hmmm...... what color are they?
Black and black
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Old May 9, 2009 | 04:39 PM
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all i can say is black c6 ZO6 = sex on wheels. It will be about another year before i can swing one but ill prob sell all my toys and get one then. The LS3 is one hell of a motor but you cant beat how mean the c6z looks, i want my cake and to eat it to i guess but when your talking about that much money wait until you can get what you want.
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