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Forum: C8 Tech/Performance
10-24-2019, 05:57 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 11,101
Posted By Myhardtop

If anyone here believes those dyno results then...

If anyone here believes those dyno results then please feel free to borrow my dyno...I'll add a CAI kit and you'll make another 50rwhp.;)

Cool???

Thanks,
Carlos :thumbs:
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
03-06-2019, 07:44 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,538
Posted By Myhardtop

You are welcome. I hear ya on the warm up...

You are welcome.

I hear ya on the warm up dealio, but would hate to see you over pressurized matters by driving it - even if at low R's. Idle is just Idle not as much pressure vs loading the...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
03-06-2019, 07:36 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,819
Posted By Myhardtop

Oh heck, you have experience swapping pumps;...

Oh heck, you have experience swapping pumps; these vettes are not much different - pump is in the tank.

And yes, stock injectors are no bueno to run with E85 - they do not flow enough.

Thanks,...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
03-06-2019, 04:55 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,819
Posted By Myhardtop

Believe me, if its tired, you'll be able to tell...

Believe me, if its tired, you'll be able to tell right away. Needing to see if there is a steady psi rate at various loads without going Mad Max. Or, he can take to any competent shop for proper...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
03-06-2019, 04:37 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,819
Posted By Myhardtop

Congrats Trey. I will tell you right now,...

Congrats Trey.

I will tell you right now, ditch those stock injectors and get yourself a set of FAST 85lbs units. We sell them, but you can also get them from any other authorized retailer. If...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
03-06-2019, 04:19 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,538
Posted By Myhardtop

If not already, start engine, allow it to idle...

If not already, start engine, allow it to idle until oil temp reaches ~ 140F and DO NOT rev it up. Turn off engine, wait between 3 & 5 mins and then check level at dipstick. Re-check level at least...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
03-06-2019, 03:55 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,136
Posted By Myhardtop

Ouch! Sorry to hear about your misfortune.:( ...

Ouch! Sorry to hear about your misfortune.:(

Sadly though, you are not alone. We've seen it many times at the shop. Guys would come in complaining about high rate of oil consumption and/or...
Forum: C7 Z06 Discussion
03-06-2019, 10:35 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,900
Posted By Myhardtop

Agreed! True car folks like everything; not just...

Agreed! True car folks like everything; not just one make or model.

Nice work as always.

Thanks,
Carlos :thumbs:
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
01-28-2019, 11:41 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,815
Posted By Myhardtop

Removing the filter may make matters worse. ...

Removing the filter may make matters worse.

BTW, do not get all caught up on many of these posted cam grinds, there is a lot more to it in terms of truly defining the nature of a particular cam...
Forum: C6 Scan & Tune
01-25-2019, 04:39 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 10,844
Posted By Myhardtop

Well said - amen to that! Thanks, Carlos...

Well said - amen to that!

Thanks,
Carlos :thumbs:
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
01-25-2019, 04:29 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,470
Posted By Myhardtop

For street application, even with 630+ N/A RWHP,...

For street application, even with 630+ N/A RWHP, 1 7/8 Kooks unit is plenty; 2" headers is not necessary - no true ROI...save your money.

Thanks,
Carlos :thumbs:
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
09-26-2018, 01:54 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,773
Posted By Myhardtop

Well...allow me to give you my take base on my...

Well...allow me to give you my take base on my personal ownership and racing experience:
* C7Z interior way better
* C7Z 3LZ package - very mean looking (especially when properly lowered)
* C7Z...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
07-05-2018, 05:41 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,052
Posted By Myhardtop

Yep, Normal. But if you prefer cooler temps,...

Yep, Normal.

But if you prefer cooler temps, then:
* add quality 160* stat
* add one bottle of water-wetter
* mix 50/50 coolant and water
* set fans between 80% and 90% in the fan speed...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
05-15-2018, 11:08 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 7,846
Posted By Myhardtop

Keep it up brotha, you and Sebastian got that...

Keep it up brotha, you and Sebastian got that thing cooking! :eek:

Congrats on your achievement. Some people simply just don't realize how hard is to accomplish what you guys are doing. Great...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
05-11-2018, 12:55 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,192
Posted By Myhardtop

WCCH...Done!!! :yesnod: Thanks, Carlos...

WCCH...Done!!! :yesnod:

Thanks,
Carlos :thumbs:
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
05-04-2018, 09:45 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 19,782
Posted By Myhardtop

Overall, CZ7 > C6Z :cool: HOWEVER, C6Z is...

Overall, CZ7 > C6Z :cool:

HOWEVER, C6Z is much more consistent and it does not weigh a ton in comparison.

The C7Z can be a true monster due to its FI nature, but the C6Z is monster slayer with...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
04-26-2018, 08:22 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,338
Posted By Myhardtop

Two quick updates: * Vette-Air scoops are...

Two quick updates:

* Vette-Air scoops are back in stock. :yesnod:

* Remote Tuning schedule has now been extended to Saturday afternoon - until 5pm CST. :eek:

Thank you guys for all the...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
04-15-2018, 08:40 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,259
Posted By Myhardtop

Amen to that! Wait, I am biased :crazy: But...

Amen to that! Wait, I am biased :crazy:

But it does work:yesnod:

Thanks,
Carlos :thumbs:
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
04-14-2018, 01:04 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,338
Posted By Myhardtop

To answer many of the PM questions regarding...

To answer many of the PM questions regarding remote tuning...this is how it works:

- You goto www.vette-air.com
- Choose Remote tuning
- Purchase product
- Upon check out, fill our "spec sheet"...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
04-13-2018, 05:57 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 13,747
Posted By Myhardtop

We do check. And as of matter of fact, I...

We do check.

And as of matter of fact, I was just on the Bat-Line with WCCH this afternoon to discuss this very thing.

As I recall, you like most of our customers are out romping the piss out...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
04-13-2018, 05:38 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,338
Posted By Myhardtop

Yep, that works. I did it back in the day to...

Yep, that works.

I did it back in the day to all my C5's.

I actually routed plastic ducting which I purchased from Menard's (Chicago) - it's a big hardware store just like Lowe's/Home Depot.
...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
04-13-2018, 05:32 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 9,458
Posted By Myhardtop

Hmmmm.... Move to Texas, drive in the middle...

Hmmmm....

Move to Texas, drive in the middle of July/Aug and let me know how it goes. :blueangel:

The key is: proper mix, using some water-wetter helps and tune the fans. :yesnod:

Believe me...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
04-12-2018, 07:22 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,338
Posted By Myhardtop

No, sorry. The C5 platform channels air...

No, sorry.

The C5 platform channels air into its radiator cavity vs the open layout found on the C6 platform.

As a side note, our scoop is currently constructed from 100% fiberglass. It has...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
04-12-2018, 07:11 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 13,747
Posted By Myhardtop

Yep...no issues here thus far, and lord only...

Yep...no issues here thus far, and lord only knows what we put these cars through :yesnod:

Note: one can easily say that I would champion hard for WCCH since they are one of our vendor plus due to...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
04-11-2018, 07:08 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,338
Posted By Myhardtop

Here are some Cam sound clips to chew on...:rofl:...

Here are some Cam sound clips to chew on...:rofl:

Widow R cam (our most popular cam):

/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nuR0pZSS_bo

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9DlBC3PIZgY
...
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