Notices
C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06 General info about GM’s Corvette Supercar, LS9 Corvette Technical Info, Performance Upgrades, Suspension Setup for Street or Track
Sponsored by:
Sponsored by: Kraken

[Z06] When 1800rwhp isn't enough.... What do you do???

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old 04-05-2012, 08:05 PM
  #161  
BigMike NY
Burning Brakes
 
BigMike NY's Avatar
 
Member Since: Jan 2001
Location: Long Island New York
Posts: 779
Likes: 0
Received 1 Like on 1 Post

Default

Originally Posted by atomicfusion
I will be running a 315 drag radial and a 3.50 gear.
That's the same tire and gears I'm running on my Camaro. Only I will be running a Freddy Brown Ultra Glide with variable stall control
Old 04-05-2012, 09:18 PM
  #162  
fisher auto
Melting Slicks
 
fisher auto's Avatar
 
Member Since: Oct 2008
Location: b.b. n.j.
Posts: 2,939
Received 54 Likes on 54 Posts

Default

Originally Posted by atomicfusion
Motor should be finished in about 3 weeks... once that is done we will final assemble the car and start testing.

All the money is pretty much spent... now it is just a matter of time.
Glad to hear you'll close looking forward to seeing the results! That Crank/Block is beatiful If your at any near by tracks I buy you a case, cause I bet your broke after this project! lmfao
Old 04-05-2012, 09:22 PM
  #163  
atomicfusion
Melting Slicks
Thread Starter
 
atomicfusion's Avatar
 
Member Since: Jul 2007
Location: Ohio
Posts: 2,581
Received 15 Likes on 12 Posts

Default

Originally Posted by BigMike NY
That's the same tire and gears I'm running on my Camaro. Only I will be running a Freddy Brown Ultra Glide with variable stall control
I only run RPM Transmissions... they have always worked great for me!

We are always changing something in the race car, but one thing remains the same... we constantly run RPM's quality products!
Old 04-05-2012, 10:21 PM
  #164  
66biskwik
Burning Brakes
 
66biskwik's Avatar
 
Member Since: Mar 2010
Location: Warwick NY
Posts: 1,047
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default

It's amazing that size tire can handle the power. But I guess the way the car is set up makes it happen.
Old 04-06-2012, 09:57 AM
  #165  
08VRZ06
Drifting
 
08VRZ06's Avatar
 
Member Since: Dec 2008
Location: Mountain View Arkansas
Posts: 1,767
Received 2 Likes on 2 Posts
Cruise-In X Veteran

Default

She is looking Great!!!

That is one massive X Brace on the tunnel!!

Can't wait to here what she will do!!

Mark
Old 04-06-2012, 02:54 PM
  #166  
2SINISTER
Racer
 
2SINISTER's Avatar
 
Member Since: Jun 2008
Location: Miami FL
Posts: 392
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default

I can't wait to hear what this thing sound like on full spool. Probably like a freaking fighter jet.
Old 04-06-2012, 06:17 PM
  #167  
Corvette6.0
Advanced
 
Corvette6.0's Avatar
 
Member Since: Jul 2011
Location: PORT CHARLOTTE FL
Posts: 83
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default

Aluminum Block!!??
Old 04-06-2012, 06:47 PM
  #168  
BigMike NY
Burning Brakes
 
BigMike NY's Avatar
 
Member Since: Jan 2001
Location: Long Island New York
Posts: 779
Likes: 0
Received 1 Like on 1 Post

Default

Originally Posted by Corvette6.0
Aluminum Block!!??
Yes that is the super duper RHS aluminum block!
Old 04-06-2012, 07:15 PM
  #169  
atomicfusion
Melting Slicks
Thread Starter
 
atomicfusion's Avatar
 
Member Since: Jul 2007
Location: Ohio
Posts: 2,581
Received 15 Likes on 12 Posts

Default

Originally Posted by Corvette6.0
Aluminum Block!!??
Yes, but not the RHS... We went with the DART Billet aluminum block.
Old 04-07-2012, 07:35 PM
  #170  
atomicfusion
Melting Slicks
Thread Starter
 
atomicfusion's Avatar
 
Member Since: Jul 2007
Location: Ohio
Posts: 2,581
Received 15 Likes on 12 Posts

Default

Originally Posted by 08VRZ06
She is looking Great!!!

That is one massive X Brace on the tunnel!!

Can't wait to here what she will do!!

Mark
unfortunatly that brace was required for the 25.3 cage... I didn't want to, but it had to be done.
Old 04-11-2012, 10:46 AM
  #171  
atomicfusion
Melting Slicks
Thread Starter
 
atomicfusion's Avatar
 
Member Since: Jul 2007
Location: Ohio
Posts: 2,581
Received 15 Likes on 12 Posts

Default

Well, we have finally decided that we would be better served running the BigStuff 3 Computer system with RacePak Dash and DataLoggers...

John will be sending out the BS3 Harness today and we will begin setting the car up to run on the BS3 computer this week.

This change will allow us to be up and running sooner and from what I have come to understand will be a great addition to our build.
Old 04-11-2012, 11:31 AM
  #172  
Gnfanatic
Drifting
 
Gnfanatic's Avatar
 
Member Since: Jul 2006
Posts: 1,662
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts

Default

I hated my BS3 and was a happy man when I sold it. No support and several tuning issues caused me mucho headaches and money.
Old 04-11-2012, 11:33 AM
  #173  
Gnfanatic
Drifting
 
Gnfanatic's Avatar
 
Member Since: Jul 2006
Posts: 1,662
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts

Default

I am shocked you are not using motec with that beast.
Old 04-11-2012, 01:37 PM
  #174  
atomicfusion
Melting Slicks
Thread Starter
 
atomicfusion's Avatar
 
Member Since: Jul 2007
Location: Ohio
Posts: 2,581
Received 15 Likes on 12 Posts

Default

Everyone in my class runs the BS3 and my engine builder actually worked very closely with BigStuff to develop thier software....

So, we are using what we know works for our application and what we know we will be able to get help with if we need it.

All of the other racers in my class will be able to help me, and we will actually have a base tune in the car before the motor is even completed.
Old 04-11-2012, 11:01 PM
  #175  
Gnfanatic
Drifting
 
Gnfanatic's Avatar
 
Member Since: Jul 2006
Posts: 1,662
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts

Default

Originally Posted by atomicfusion
Everyone in my class runs the BS3 and my engine builder actually worked very closely with BigStuff to develop thier software....

So, we are using what we know works for our application and what we know we will be able to get help with if we need it.

All of the other racers in my class will be able to help me, and we will actually have a base tune in the car before the motor is even completed.
Old 04-12-2012, 09:58 AM
  #176  
BigMike NY
Burning Brakes
 
BigMike NY's Avatar
 
Member Since: Jan 2001
Location: Long Island New York
Posts: 779
Likes: 0
Received 1 Like on 1 Post

Default

Originally Posted by atomicfusion
unfortunatly that brace was required for the 25.3 cage... I didn't want to, but it had to be done.
Why didn't you just 25.2 the chassis?
Old 04-12-2012, 10:30 AM
  #177  
atomicfusion
Melting Slicks
Thread Starter
 
atomicfusion's Avatar
 
Member Since: Jul 2007
Location: Ohio
Posts: 2,581
Received 15 Likes on 12 Posts

Default

Originally Posted by BigMike NY
Why didn't you just 25.2 the chassis?
Class minimum is 3300# in LSX Drag Radial... and my car weighed in at 3595 last year with me in it...


25.2 Full Bodied Car Tube Chassis Roll Cage - 7.49 Seconds and Quicker; 3,200 Lbs. Maximum

25.3 Full Bodied Car with Aftermarket Body Shell and Tube Frame, OEM Body Shell and OEM Frame with OEM or Modified Floorpan and Firewall, or Uni-Body with OEM or Modified Floorpan and Firewall Roll Cage - 6.50 to 7.49 Seconds ET; 3,600 Lbs. Maximum

25.4 Full Bodied Car Tube Chassis Roll Cage - 7.50 to 8.49 Seconds ET; 3,600 Lbs. Maximum

25.5 Full Bodied Car Stock or Modified/OEM Floorpan and Firewall with OEM Frame or Uni-Body Construction - 7.50 to 8.49 Seconds ET; 3,600 Lbs. Maximum

Get notified of new replies

To When 1800rwhp isn't enough.... What do you do???

Old 04-17-2012, 08:47 PM
  #178  
atomicfusion
Melting Slicks
Thread Starter
 
atomicfusion's Avatar
 
Member Since: Jul 2007
Location: Ohio
Posts: 2,581
Received 15 Likes on 12 Posts

Default

My GTX5518R's showed up the other day... we should have them setup, polished, and installed into the kit in the next few days.

Tom has been busy finishing up the waste gate mounting. We should have the lexan in by the end of the week, and should have the car wired up around then too.

Kurt has been working hard on the motor and it should be done in 2 or 3 weeks.

Looks like Atlanta will be our first big race, but we should be testing a couple weeks before then!
Old 04-26-2012, 09:07 PM
  #179  
atomicfusion
Melting Slicks
Thread Starter
 
atomicfusion's Avatar
 
Member Since: Jul 2007
Location: Ohio
Posts: 2,581
Received 15 Likes on 12 Posts

Default

Got an email from Kurt Urban Performance today... looks like they have the rings done on the block...




They have begun the honing process and should have that wrapped up sometime tomorrow!

Can't wait to get the completed motor, We are down to just over 30 days before Atlanta and my team and I are itching to get this car shaken down before that long drive to Hotlanta!
Old 05-09-2012, 04:00 PM
  #180  
atomicfusion
Melting Slicks
Thread Starter
 
atomicfusion's Avatar
 
Member Since: Jul 2007
Location: Ohio
Posts: 2,581
Received 15 Likes on 12 Posts

Default

Twin billet 88mm turbos have been installed!




Quick Reply: [Z06] When 1800rwhp isn't enough.... What do you do???



All times are GMT -4. The time now is 07:58 AM.