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Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
01-01-2015, 05:26 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 15,594
Posted By Amerkin

Thanks for the kind words Tony, and I love that...

Thanks for the kind words Tony, and I love that new car of yours!
And yes, I think I did win when we met! LOL, actually I don't think I got my car off the trailer that day, at least not at Lonnie's...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
01-01-2015, 05:19 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 15,594
Posted By Amerkin

https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/c6-z06-discus...

https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/c6-z06-discussion/3377902-is-it-cammed-or-not-the-infamous-08-a.html
If you want to read my response to this post follow the above thread where Chris continues...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
01-01-2015, 05:06 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 7,129
Posted By Amerkin

The only POS I've met at these events is you...

The only POS I've met at these events is you Chris. You come up to me while I'm talking to Joel (who sells Torco, btw) and call me a liar to my face. You mentioned in you first post after your loss...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
10-29-2014, 08:08 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 15,594
Posted By Amerkin

Your car is serious business, and it sounds the...

Your car is serious business, and it sounds the part. Awesome.
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
10-29-2014, 08:05 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 15,594
Posted By Amerkin

After switching to a taller tire, I ran 168+ on...

After switching to a taller tire, I ran 168+ on my first pass. I made two more passes and saw higher rpm at the finish but unfortunately the timing lights weren't working in the right lane (that...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
10-29-2014, 07:51 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,428
Posted By Amerkin

Congrats David, that was a very good race. Btw,...

Congrats David, that was a very good race. Btw, my alternator gave up the ghost on the way home, killing my battery and had to be towed the last 50 or so miles. I'm looking forward to a rematch. Is...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
10-23-2014, 08:18 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 15,594
Posted By Amerkin

Well I'm all set for the weekend races. I've got...

Well I'm all set for the weekend races. I've got the race tune in it and will be running a lot of 109 unleaded to avoid knock retard. I'm not running with the DRs and skinnies after all, as I'm...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
10-23-2014, 08:05 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 15,594
Posted By Amerkin

The issue is where I'm at, I've never seen a...

The issue is where I'm at, I've never seen a negative DA. It's rare to see anything below 1000+. The best I've ever seen Famoso on a race /TnT day is about 400-500+. That was once and it lasted for...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
10-16-2014, 03:49 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 15,594
Posted By Amerkin

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.corvetteforum.com...

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.corvetteforum.com-vbulletin/2000x1504/80-img_0558_edited_1_3eec765fc60fadf71767efbe1989baa3b0ef26b4.jpg

Set up with 17in Weld wheels and M&H skinnies and M/T ET...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
10-15-2014, 08:13 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 15,594
Posted By Amerkin

I'm there both days and doing Trophy Runs both...

I'm there both days and doing Trophy Runs both days NA.
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
10-15-2014, 12:46 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 15,594
Posted By Amerkin

Thanks for the compliments. And yes Tony and Jim...

Thanks for the compliments. And yes Tony and Jim working together brought in the desired result and then some! Now the old guy just has to get it down the runway and track.:D Looking forward to...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
10-15-2014, 12:41 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 15,594
Posted By Amerkin

I'm not sure on that. As I said on the previous...

I'm not sure on that. As I said on the previous post, the 640hp run had I believe 28 degrees. I assume that was at peak hp, not sure what it was at peak tq. I'll talk with the tuner and get back to...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
10-15-2014, 12:34 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 15,594
Posted By Amerkin

A 50/50 blend of 91/109oct resulted in...

A 50/50 blend of 91/109oct resulted in 630rwhp/539rwtq.
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
10-15-2014, 12:30 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 15,594
Posted By Amerkin

I believe it was 28 degrees and no KR. On 91oct...

I believe it was 28 degrees and no KR. On 91oct and meth I think it was 24.
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
10-14-2014, 07:12 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 15,594
Posted By Amerkin

'08 ZO6 NA 640rwhp

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.corvetteforum.com-vbulletin/2000x1212/80-c6_zo6_hci_dyno_4dd49759a4830b2fb0b89b378142d8853caeaf1e.jpg

This is the dyno graph from my new set up on The Silver...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
05-23-2014, 06:05 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 8,833
Posted By Amerkin

What is the LS7 top of piston to deck clearance?

This is often referred to as the out of the hole measurement. Can anyone help me out?
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
05-08-2014, 12:08 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,652
Posted By Amerkin

Best clutch for over 7000rpm shifting?

I've read most of the clutch wars threads here but I haven't heard much about shifting capabilities at high rpm. I'm potentially shifting at 7500rpm if my '08 ZO6 h/c/i build works as expected. I've...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
05-04-2014, 06:50 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,851
Posted By Amerkin

Nice job and a killer 60ft for the west coast....

Nice job and a killer 60ft for the west coast. Famoso, Sac or? What rpm are you launching at? The Hoosiers seem to be the ticket. Man, after I get my h/c/i package done we are going to have to race!...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
05-04-2014, 06:39 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 7,129
Posted By Amerkin

Yeah, I'm in no way saying I could drive yours or...

Yeah, I'm in no way saying I could drive yours or someone elses car better (at least not the first few times out :-) sorry, I couldn't resist). I'm simply very experienced with mine and know how to...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
04-25-2014, 11:14 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 7,129
Posted By Amerkin

I don't follow the 15% driveline loss theory...

I don't follow the 15% driveline loss theory (more for an auto trans). What I've seen (and I don't do this every day, by any means) is manual cars lose about 45-55hp and auto trans maybe 10-20 more....
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
04-25-2014, 12:31 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 7,129
Posted By Amerkin

Mods are Vararam CAI, Phadt tri-y headers and...

Mods are Vararam CAI, Phadt tri-y headers and x-pipe with hi flow cats, tune by Cal Speed and Performance in Bakersfield, 180dgree thermostat, TICK master cylinder pressure control and stainless...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
04-25-2014, 12:10 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 7,129
Posted By Amerkin

They were fine, just had to be careful when first...

They were fine, just had to be careful when first applying the brakes. I'm looking forward to a run with you.
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
04-24-2014, 06:45 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 7,129
Posted By Amerkin

Thanks I really appreciate the props, and your...

Thanks I really appreciate the props, and your car is really gettin' with it. I'm getting ready to do the H/C/I/TB thing soon with Tony Mamo and Cal Speed and Performance doing the package and build....
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
04-24-2014, 03:26 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 7,129
Posted By Amerkin

Yeah I heard there were a bunch of Vettes present...

Yeah I heard there were a bunch of Vettes present on Saturday, probably the largest group by make of car. I've had "inquiries" about weight reduction, and yes with the tires alone (DRS and skinnies)...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
04-24-2014, 12:39 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 7,129
Posted By Amerkin

Very gracious response Chris. I appreciate you...

Very gracious response Chris. I appreciate you not calling me a liar. First off, the first race with the ZR1 that you mentioned was the same race you and I originally negotiated (25mph roll). The ZR1...
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