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Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
06-04-2020, 10:11 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 369
Posted By resipsa

Need LT1 mechanical help in the Charleston, South Carolina area

I'm looking for recommendations for a good shop/mechanic that knows the LT1 in the Charleston, South Carolina area. Thanks.
Forum: C8 General Discussion
07-18-2019, 10:46 PM
Replies: 216
Views: 59,396
Posted By resipsa

I have a 95, 02' Z06, and a 2016 C7 Stingray...

I have a 95, 02' Z06, and a 2016 C7 Stingray sitting in my garage. The car revealed in these pictures is way overstyled. I hope this is a fake. If real, I'll wait to draw my final conclusion when...
Forum: C7 Tech/Performance
10-05-2018, 06:08 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 11,129
Posted By resipsa

My daughter owns a 2016 C7 with the 8-speed auto....

My daughter owns a 2016 C7 with the 8-speed auto. It has 13,800 miles and now has the shuddering problem. The 8-speed auto in the C7 is a HORRIBLE transmission even without the shuddering. The paddle...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
12-09-2015, 10:52 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 8,653
Posted By resipsa

Congrats! :cheers:

Congrats! :cheers:
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
10-12-2015, 09:26 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,713
Posted By resipsa

My observations were limited to part-throttle...

My observations were limited to part-throttle manual up and down shifts. Again, I think an improved paddle shift mechanism would improve the responsiveness of the transmission when shifted manually. ...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
10-12-2015, 06:44 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,713
Posted By resipsa

I heard that it had something to do with...

I heard that it had something to do with contracting an infection from a parasite like a tick.
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
10-12-2015, 01:18 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,713
Posted By resipsa

Drove an A8 '15 Z06

I drove a '15 A8 Z06 back in September. The car belonged to a guy who bought it 2 weeks before he died (he was in his 40s:eek:). The car was a 1LZ with the base suspension and had about 4000 miles...
Forum: C7 General Discussion
10-12-2015, 12:34 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,581
Posted By resipsa

My '02 Z's roof doesn't make noise :lol: and the...

My '02 Z's roof doesn't make noise :lol: and the body is still very solid after 14 years and 43,000 miles.
Forum: C7 General Discussion
10-07-2015, 08:04 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 863
Posted By resipsa

I will if my car continues to have issues after I...

I will if my car continues to have issues after I get back (someday). Thanks
Forum: C5 General
10-07-2015, 12:32 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,412
Posted By resipsa

Thanks. Last year, my car was in the shop from...

Thanks. Last year, my car was in the shop from August to November for a transmission and diff rebuild. The year before was a similar amount of time for a cam, tune, and clutch. I guess this is to be...
Forum: C5 General
10-07-2015, 12:08 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,412
Posted By resipsa

This has been my experience over the last three...

This has been my experience over the last three years (reputable tuner with a big workload). I just wanted know other member's experiences to determine whether this is normal or abnormal. From the...
Forum: C7 General Discussion
10-06-2015, 07:47 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 863
Posted By resipsa

How long does it take for a tuner to start work after drop-off

How long does it typically take a tuner to start a job like a cam swap or gear-set change after you drop off the car? For example, after dropping off the car, does it sit for two-three weeks before...
Forum: C5 General
10-06-2015, 07:40 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,412
Posted By resipsa

How long does it take for a tuner to start work after drop-off

How long does it typically take a tuner to start a job like a cam swap or gear-set change after you drop off the car? For example, after dropping off the car, does it sit for two-three weeks before...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
12-08-2014, 11:06 PM
Replies: 1,168
Views: 156,958
Posted By resipsa

Car and Driver 0-150/160/60-130/60-140 Hellcat...

Car and Driver 0-150/160/60-130/60-140
Hellcat 8A: 17.0/20.9/8.8/11.0
Z06 8A: 17.8/22.9/8.9/11.5
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
12-13-2013, 10:42 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 14,140
Posted By resipsa

The question is not, can GM offer a DCT in the...

The question is not, can GM offer a DCT in the Corvette. The question is how much would it cost & how many Corvette buyers would actually purchase such an expensive option?[/QUOTE]

The same...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
12-11-2013, 02:23 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 14,140
Posted By resipsa

I am a Corvette targeted buyer with two Corvettes...

I am a Corvette targeted buyer with two Corvettes in my garage right now, and I understand GM very well. I understand that when you don't build what the market wants and is willing to pay for, you...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
12-10-2013, 09:00 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 14,140
Posted By resipsa

The 2014 BMW M6 Gran Coupe with a 7 speed DCT...

The 2014 BMW M6 Gran Coupe with a 7 speed DCT tested by Car and Driver in the Oct. 2013 issue had a base price of 115K which is similar to what the ZR1 based at. The twin turbo V8 in the BMW is very...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
12-10-2013, 01:35 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 14,140
Posted By resipsa

I read the same rags referred to and never read...

I read the same rags referred to and never read that. I also own an Audi S4 with a 7 speed DCT and a Mercedes SLK (wife's car) with a 7 speed auto. From a performance perspective, the DCT is in...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
12-10-2013, 01:11 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 14,140
Posted By resipsa

"ZF says the 8HP is six percent more *efficient...

"ZF says the 8HP is six percent more *efficient than the outgoing sixer and nearly as efficient as a dual-clutch automated manual, which ZF also produces. However, the eight-speed is roughly 20...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
12-09-2013, 09:26 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 14,140
Posted By resipsa

:iagree: My Audi S4 has a DCT 7-speed and it is...

:iagree:
My Audi S4 has a DCT 7-speed and it is the best performance transmission I've ever experienced. Immediate and fast up AND down-shifts, down-shifts come with a blip of the throttle, and...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
12-09-2013, 08:50 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 14,140
Posted By resipsa

Maybe they plan to license the technology - let...

Maybe they plan to license the technology - let somebody else build them and collect money.
Forum: C5 General
08-21-2013, 10:50 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 522
Posted By resipsa

LS1 ECS Street Torquer Cam

Anybody running an LS1 ECS Street Torquer Cam? How do you like it. Any rwhp rwtrq numbers?
Forum: C5 Tech
03-03-2012, 11:18 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,619
Posted By resipsa

I had a B&M and then replace it with MGW. Both...

I had a B&M and then replace it with MGW. Both are better than the OEM which is a POS. The MGW feels slightly more precise than the B&M and is less noisy. Both the MGW and B&M make more noise than...
Forum: C5 Tech
03-03-2012, 11:08 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 27,634
Posted By resipsa

I've been running the Vredesteins on my 02 Z06...

I've been running the Vredesteins on my 02 Z06 (275/40/17 and 295/35/18) for about 3 years (15000 + miles) without any problems. AH and TC work fine with no detectable changes. The OEM goodyears may...
Forum: C5 Tech
07-27-2010, 10:45 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,385
Posted By resipsa

Exhaust fume smell

I had a headers, free flow cats, and x-pipe installed on my 02 Z a few months ago, along with a tune. When I get on the car in 3rd gear between 70-100, and then back off, I get a strong exhaust fume...
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