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Forum: C5 Tech
08-25-2011, 10:50 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,590
Posted By DeFormula

I've owned two LS1 cars and neither used any oil...

I've owned two LS1 cars and neither used any oil with 3,000 mile plus oil changes. Current car is supercharged with 63,000 miles.
Forum: C5 Parts for Sale/Wanted
08-26-2008, 09:46 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 248
Posted By DeFormula

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Forum: C5 Parts for Sale/Wanted
08-25-2008, 08:16 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 248
Posted By DeFormula

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Forum: C5 Parts for Sale/Wanted
08-24-2008, 07:45 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 248
Posted By DeFormula

275/40/18 (2) Kuhmo Ecsta MX - $90

These tires are in fine shape and have 5-6/32nds tread left. No problems at all with these tires, they were on my vette until about three weeks ago. I just needed drag radials between the blower and...
Forum: Great Lakes
06-30-2008, 06:36 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 272
Posted By DeFormula

PM sent.

PM sent.
Forum: C5 Forced Induction/Nitrous
06-29-2008, 03:16 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,862
Posted By DeFormula

On the flip side, if you are running a SC and...

On the flip side, if you are running a SC and blow the belt, you won't be dead on the side of the road because the electric will keep the coolant flowing until hopefully you can get to a place to put...
Forum: Wheels & Tires
06-29-2008, 01:40 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 455
Posted By DeFormula

Let me know if you find anybody with extras. I...

Let me know if you find anybody with extras. I am looking for two to match mine so that I can mount drag radials. I'm in Rochester Hills. Thanks.

Dave
Forum: Great Lakes
06-28-2008, 12:05 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 272
Posted By DeFormula

Need 2 chrome C5 thinspokes, SE MI

I'm looking for two chrome C5 thinspokes to mount drag radials on, prefer 17 inch. Anyone have some for sale in SE MI? Thanks.

Dave
Forum: C5 Forced Induction/Nitrous
06-16-2008, 10:08 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,738
Posted By DeFormula

I can't really imagine that anyone would ever...

I can't really imagine that anyone would ever take better care of me than Phil has.

Thanks Phil!
Forum: Performance Results
05-18-2008, 09:33 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 778
Posted By DeFormula

Generally I would agree, but some absolutely...

Generally I would agree, but some absolutely crazy e.t.s come out of NJ when the DA is equivalent to way below sea level. Elevation / DA can make all the difference in the world. I got 13.20 my...
Forum: Performance Results
05-15-2008, 09:00 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 778
Posted By DeFormula

Talking with NJ guys, on cold dry autumn days the...

Talking with NJ guys, on cold dry autumn days the DA can drop to way negative, like -1500 or -2000. That is why sometimes you get cars that run 10.5 in NJ running low 11s in Michigan. In Colorado...
Forum: Performance Results
05-14-2008, 06:22 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 778
Posted By DeFormula

On a well prepped track drag radials are not...

On a well prepped track drag radials are not necessary with a stock automatic car and may even slow you down if you go too big. On a good track in Michigan with cool air and assuming your car is...
Forum: C5 Forced Induction/Nitrous
05-05-2008, 08:12 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,845
Posted By DeFormula

I soon have an appointment with Phil (Road...

I soon have an appointment with Phil (Road Rebel). He has some ideas but nothing definitive. I will post when we figure it out.
Forum: C5 Forced Induction/Nitrous
04-30-2008, 09:50 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,845
Posted By DeFormula

Thanks Dave. I sincerely appreciate your offers...

Thanks Dave. I sincerely appreciate your offers to help. I'm working with Phil now and I'm sure he'll get it figured out.

The thing that still has me really stumped is that the belt has been...
Forum: C5 Forced Induction/Nitrous
04-30-2008, 06:40 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,845
Posted By DeFormula

I agree with Doug too. My car is still broken. ...

I agree with Doug too. My car is still broken. Thanks for the input.
Forum: C5 Forced Induction/Nitrous
04-28-2008, 06:11 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,845
Posted By DeFormula

Thanks for the offer and I may take you up on it....

Thanks for the offer and I may take you up on it. The problem is Dr. Phil is always so booked up it's hard to get an appointment. Anyway, Phil has offered some suggestions which I have implemented...
Forum: C5 Forced Induction/Nitrous
04-28-2008, 06:06 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,845
Posted By DeFormula

Everything n_brio is saying sounds identical to...

Everything n_brio is saying sounds identical to mine. The belt is not near twelve, 1:00 at best, and the belt already seems too tight to me. Doug please expand on the fixed idler question. Is it...
Forum: C5 Forced Induction/Nitrous
04-27-2008, 09:14 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,845
Posted By DeFormula

I have the same problem. Three belts in less...

I have the same problem. Three belts in less than 2000 miles. The belts just snap, they don't fray or get chucked. The last one ripped my previously immaculate hoodliner :( I am getting very...
Forum: Performance Results
04-15-2008, 10:33 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 953
Posted By DeFormula

Every car I've had responded differently as far...

Every car I've had responded differently as far as how to get the quickest ET, so you'll have to experiment. Some like brake torque and some liked flash from idle.

If you are bracket racing,...
Forum: C5 Forced Induction/Nitrous
04-15-2008, 10:11 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,771
Posted By DeFormula

For just the belt? That's robbery, plain and...

For just the belt? That's robbery, plain and simple.
Forum: C5 Forced Induction/Nitrous
04-15-2008, 05:57 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,771
Posted By DeFormula

Maybe it does make a difference. Mine is the...

Maybe it does make a difference. Mine is the Paxton and it is a 15 minute job once the car is jacked up. I think the guys who have done it alot can probably do it in less than 5 minutes.
Forum: C5 Forced Induction/Nitrous
04-13-2008, 10:17 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,771
Posted By DeFormula

You should not have to take anything off. I just...

You should not have to take anything off. I just put a new belt on mine yesterday so I know and I did it by myself. It really is very easy once you get the front end off the ground.

Did you have...
Forum: C5 Forced Induction/Nitrous
04-09-2008, 09:58 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 7,742
Posted By DeFormula

If you can afford a turbo, go that route. No...

If you can afford a turbo, go that route. No belt issues to deal with.
Forum: C5 Corvettes for Sale
03-31-2008, 06:29 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,420
Posted By DeFormula

Nice car. I wish you were closer.

Nice car. I wish you were closer.
Forum: Performance Results
03-27-2008, 07:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,246
Posted By DeFormula

Avoid the water. Drive around it. Spin the...

Avoid the water. Drive around it. Spin the tires past the water to clean off dirt / dust. Run about 25 or so PSI in the rears. Put a little load on the convertor to take out the slack, this will...
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