Waiting is killing me!!!
02-16-2011, 06:39 PM
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Le Mans Master
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Waiting is killing me!!!
I have really gone all out over the past year modding my car, widebody kit, LS6 manifold, Vararam and Power duct, LG streets and x-pipe. Interior changes for the red/black look, DVD/Nav and Sub Woofer.
Then the repairs..Transmission and Clutch R&R, new tires, rears(twice) and other stuff.
Anyway......I'm about to go nuts cause I want to get heads and cam to run with the big dogs.
But I have to save up...bummer
Got $800 need a lot more to get a decent head and cam package, but have been cruising LS1tech looking for deals.
If anyone has a decent set of heads or a camshaft that'll get me there please feel free to PM me.
P.S. I've already turned the couch cushions over looking for loose change. LOL!
Then the repairs..Transmission and Clutch R&R, new tires, rears(twice) and other stuff.
Anyway......I'm about to go nuts cause I want to get heads and cam to run with the big dogs.
But I have to save up...bummer
Got $800 need a lot more to get a decent head and cam package, but have been cruising LS1tech looking for deals.
If anyone has a decent set of heads or a camshaft that'll get me there please feel free to PM me.
P.S. I've already turned the couch cushions over looking for loose change. LOL!
Last edited by sfc rick; 02-16-2011 at 06:42 PM.
02-16-2011, 06:59 PM
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Melting Slicks
I went the same path with external mods and felt same way. Have my built LS6 waiting to go in and FINALLY looks like I will make the swap in March or April...hang in there...I know the feeling...
02-16-2011, 07:28 PM
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Safety Car
keep your eyes open on the forum here - parts for sale - I've seen decent used cams for 2 - 300, and LS6 heads for 4 - 600 .... pretty close to your budget...when I did my engine, I missed all the good deals and ended up buying new stuff!!
02-16-2011, 10:11 PM
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Marc at vettenuts.net (a forum member and sponsor)
Parts out Z06's and other C5's. You might try him for some used heads, etc. I've bought a bunch of stuff from him and been pleased.
PM or call him and if he doesn't have it, he can problably find it.
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/memb...enuts-net.html
Parts out Z06's and other C5's. You might try him for some used heads, etc. I've bought a bunch of stuff from him and been pleased.
PM or call him and if he doesn't have it, he can problably find it.
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/memb...enuts-net.html
02-16-2011, 11:20 PM
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Good luck finding a nice set of heads and a cam. One thing is for sure, the wait will be worth it.
02-17-2011, 08:24 AM
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Le Mans Master
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I've almost spent as much over the past year as the car purchase itself. It's kept me from running to Corvettes of Houston and buying a c6 Z06. Now that it's been modded the way I like it I wouldn't think about trading it for a C6 Z06.
Just a little more to go for my ULTIMATE Dream ride!
Just a little more to go for my ULTIMATE Dream ride!
02-17-2011, 09:06 AM
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STOP!
Try doing a bolt on that will far exceed the H/C package and still retain stock driveabilty
Buy a used Supercharger in the For Sale section here on the forum, you will exceed the RWHP by going forced induction, if I could turn back time I would of went FI 1st then H/C!
My buddies stock '04 gets 559 RWHP on 12 PSI of boost safely - you can easily slap on a supercharger and run safely 10 PSI and get 500+ RWHP on tap all the time
just something to ponder over -
Thanks,Matt (Yes it is a bolt on)
Try doing a bolt on that will far exceed the H/C package and still retain stock driveabilty
Buy a used Supercharger in the For Sale section here on the forum, you will exceed the RWHP by going forced induction, if I could turn back time I would of went FI 1st then H/C!
My buddies stock '04 gets 559 RWHP on 12 PSI of boost safely - you can easily slap on a supercharger and run safely 10 PSI and get 500+ RWHP on tap all the time
just something to ponder over -
Thanks,Matt (Yes it is a bolt on)