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Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
05-08-2024, 09:38 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 991
Posted By Electron Mike

Agree on the Dunlops they are very good, I ran...

Agree on the Dunlops they are very good, I ran them on my GT4 in stock sizes until I switched to 19" for much wider tires. The Nankangs ultimate grip is very similar, but at a much lower price in...
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
05-05-2024, 09:48 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 991
Posted By Electron Mike

Minor rubbing with full lock turns and big...

Minor rubbing with full lock turns and big compression on track, balance is good and grip is immense (goodyears) is his feedback.
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
04-30-2024, 10:20 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 180
Posted By Electron Mike

I'm using carbotech XP12, great pads so far. ...

I'm using carbotech XP12, great pads so far. Good bite on track, take the heat well, much better wear than stock, reasonably priced, and very quiet for me on the street.. only a minor squeek here...
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
04-30-2024, 03:51 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,628
Posted By Electron Mike

Nice! I dont have PDR on my car otherwise I would...

Nice! I dont have PDR on my car otherwise I would go hoon around and check for TC and ESC intervention in race 2 and everything off. Volunteers for the greater good? :D
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
04-30-2024, 02:40 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,628
Posted By Electron Mike

Agree. I don't think either of these two he...

Agree. I don't think either of these two he wrote are really possible, so not sure what he did for track only TC and ESC off.

"Race 2 with TC and ESC off" - I don't think TC is off in Race 2, I...
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
04-30-2024, 01:59 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,628
Posted By Electron Mike

Here is what I do, and it seems to be off to me...

Here is what I do, and it seems to be off to me as it will slide on track: Z mode set to full kill on everything except PTM off, then press and hold TC button until it says ESC off and has both the...
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
04-30-2024, 10:15 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,842
Posted By Electron Mike

The rim width variances I found during my...

The rim width variances I found during my research are often due to individual company forging limitations, desired brake clearance, chosen offsets, structural integrity of the wheel design, targeted...
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
04-30-2024, 09:19 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,842
Posted By Electron Mike

BC Forged 19x10.5 F and 19x12 R. Monoblock...

BC Forged 19x10.5 F and 19x12 R. Monoblock forged aluminum with knurled bead seats and diamond cut face finishing.
...
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
04-29-2024, 10:36 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,842
Posted By Electron Mike

I have done three track days on 295/30/19 F and...

I have done three track days on 295/30/19 F and 325/30/19 R Nankang CR-S v2. Tires stick very well and are wearing great with -3.0 F / -2.5 R camber. Still probably 2 track days left on them....
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
04-23-2024, 04:32 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 991
Posted By Electron Mike

BC Forged RZ10's. The rear 19" wheel clearance...

BC Forged RZ10's. The rear 19" wheel clearance is tight between the barrel and the rear brake caliper, so I scrape the tire clag off every couple of sessions or so. Otherwise they have been great....
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
04-23-2024, 04:08 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 991
Posted By Electron Mike

No issues and the nannies behave the same on...

No issues and the nannies behave the same on 295/30/19F / 325/30/19R as with stock tires. The GT3RS sizes are taller, but worked on his Z07 without issues as well.
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
04-23-2024, 02:16 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 991
Posted By Electron Mike

I run 19x10.5 front and 19x12 rear for the track....

I run 19x10.5 front and 19x12 rear for the track. Several tire options below, I am using the Nankangs and they are great on the track and street.

295/30/19 F, 325/30/19 R Nankang CR-S v2...
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
04-16-2024, 08:15 AM
Replies: 158
Views: 8,555
Posted By Electron Mike

Iinteresting if it has overboost coupled with...

Iinteresting if it has overboost coupled with water sprayed on the intercoolers. Following the Porsche GT2RS on track I have to turn my wipers on with all the water coming off that thing!
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
04-15-2024, 11:21 PM
Replies: 158
Views: 8,555
Posted By Electron Mike

My guess: 5.5L CPC DOHC TT V8 ​​9.8:1...

My guess:
5.5L CPC DOHC TT V8
​​9.8:1 compression ratio
7000 RPM
​​16 psi of boost
855 HP
Reworked DCT to allow 700ish lb ft
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
04-13-2024, 11:06 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 777
Posted By Electron Mike

I haven't been back to the track yet to try it,...

I haven't been back to the track yet to try it, will give it a go when back out there in May.
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
04-10-2024, 11:08 AM
Replies: 303
Views: 21,863
Posted By Electron Mike

Thanks for the video link. I'll take one if my...

Thanks for the video link. I'll take one if my dealer gets enough or a few people drop off the list. Likely 800+ HP so I'm sure it will murder brakes and tires on track but it should be fun doing...
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
03-29-2024, 09:33 AM
Replies: 162
Views: 7,060
Posted By Electron Mike

I haven't boiled SRF in any car personally after...

I haven't boiled SRF in any car personally after using it on many different makes, including 3 ZL1's.. but sure if you drive it hard enough with nannies on I'm sure it's possible. No doubt the AP...
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
03-27-2024, 02:56 PM
Replies: 162
Views: 7,060
Posted By Electron Mike

I was surprised how good the stock iron brakes...

I was surprised how good the stock iron brakes were on track, especially with upgraded aftermarket pads. But even with stock pads they are solid. Stock front pads wear fast but otherwise very...
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
03-27-2024, 02:23 PM
Replies: 162
Views: 7,060
Posted By Electron Mike

2:17.3 at COTA is indeed the fastest I have heard...

2:17.3 at COTA is indeed the fastest I have heard of in a C8Z, nice! Do you have video of the lap?
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
03-18-2024, 03:01 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 777
Posted By Electron Mike

Yeah ESC and TC fully off. I tried PTM...

Yeah ESC and TC fully off. I tried PTM sport/race1/race2 and had the same power cut issues in several spots at COTA on the 2->3 shift as well. I thought it might be the shorter 19" tires I am...
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
03-18-2024, 12:52 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 777
Posted By Electron Mike

I have the rear ducts in place running with ESC...

I have the rear ducts in place running with ESC and TC fully off. The OEM rear pads had plenty of meat left, but the fronts were low after 2 full days at COTA. The OEM fronts still have some meat...
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
03-18-2024, 08:08 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 784
Posted By Electron Mike

Great brake setup and clearance with that thick...

Great brake setup and clearance with that thick of a pad! Is that the 372mm front disc or the 390mm?
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
03-17-2024, 09:25 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 777
Posted By Electron Mike

There is a DS3.12 for the front of the OEM iron...

There is a DS3.12 for the front of the OEM iron Z06, but not the rear. 10 days is great on the C8Z. I only got 2 days on my oem pads. The XP12 are wearing much better after one day, but doubt I...
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
03-17-2024, 09:21 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 784
Posted By Electron Mike

Nice choice on the AP kit. How much clearance do...

Nice choice on the AP kit. How much clearance do you have with the larger calipers? Fit OEM wheels and your 19" wheels with plenty of room?
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
03-15-2024, 10:47 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 394
Posted By Electron Mike

I'm at -3.0 degrees front and -2.5 rear. After 3...

I'm at -3.0 degrees front and -2.5 rear. After 3 track days, wear is good with no wandering or weirdness. I also run 0 toe on the front.

A bit more camber might even be better, but it's working...
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