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Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
Yesterday, 04:52 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 801
Posted By skank

I do believe creating a plenum tube like what's...

I do believe creating a plenum tube like what's shown on the CAD file image can only be done with 3D printing. Think about accuracy of a progressively reduced conical shaped tube that is the bending...
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
Yesterday, 03:53 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 801
Posted By skank

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Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
Yesterday, 03:28 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 801
Posted By skank

We have been informed that GM President Mark...

We have been informed that GM President Mark Reuss commented during a Dealer preview of the ZR1 that the LT7 engine was turbocharged. Looking at the Code Name Zerv leaked CAD files showing the LT7...
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
04-21-2024, 11:59 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,113
Posted By skank

Every exotic car is doing digital rear view...

Every exotic car is doing digital rear view streaming cameras which eliminates the use of the old conventional rear view mirrors. Zora didn't like the split window because there were no solutions...
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
04-21-2024, 05:33 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,113
Posted By skank

Here's the history of the Split Window Corvette...

Here's the history of the Split Window Corvette design evolution !

https://www.motortrend.com/features/split-window-corvette-history-1963-sting-ray/
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
04-21-2024, 03:34 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,113
Posted By skank

While we are debating the CPC vs the FPC...

While we are debating the CPC vs the FPC configurations and the ramifications of both, the real question is will the ZORA be a sub-model or variation of the ZR1? I posted this a few years back on the...
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
01-15-2024, 04:49 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 766
Posted By skank

A 2 week old video that shows a updated interior...

A 2 week old video that shows a updated interior design.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=noatRSQJeAU
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
01-05-2024, 07:16 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 766
Posted By skank

It's supposed to be 550 lbs less than Donor car ?

It's supposed to be 550 lbs less than Donor car ?
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
01-05-2024, 10:52 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 766
Posted By skank

And another video showing the ARES facility in...

And another video showing the ARES facility in the department where they convert the Corvette to the S1.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oiot-ABVQaE
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
01-05-2024, 10:36 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 766
Posted By skank

There have been numerous Italian coach builders...

There have been numerous Italian coach builders that have taken Corvettes and transformed them into Italian styled beauty exercises. This one stands a chance to sell out by virtue of a stellar...
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
01-05-2024, 12:33 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 766
Posted By skank

And another Green S1 with bronze wheels driving...

And another Green S1 with bronze wheels driving through Modena with the Base Stingray as the donor.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8UCWDjLQRc4
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
01-04-2024, 03:47 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 766
Posted By skank

ARES Modena S1 based On Corvette

SuperCar Blondie has ordered a new S1 which is based on the Corvette. The Stingray or potential Z06 based donor car looks pretty radical after the exterior design change. The fact that ARES started...
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
11-07-2023, 12:32 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,483
Posted By skank

Except the fact that the 458 is a NA FPC and the...

Except the fact that the 458 is a NA FPC and the 488 is a twin turbo FPC. Two completely different sound signatures.
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
11-06-2023, 12:28 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,483
Posted By skank

If this new LT7 engine is a cross plane crank,...

If this new LT7 engine is a cross plane crank, you can be sure there might be a new NA LT3 version of it to go into a potential Grand Sport model. I remember Mark Ruess did say there were going to be...
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
11-06-2023, 05:55 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,483
Posted By skank

Excellent analysis JMB and thanks for posting on...

Excellent analysis JMB and thanks for posting on both forums ! I am in total agreement with you on this sound signature. Between the two back to back portions of your video you can clearly hear the...
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
10-31-2023, 10:35 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 8,745
Posted By skank

And since it was indicated as having AFM and not...

And since it was indicated as having AFM and not DFM this engine could function as a 4 cylinder like the LT2 Stingray engine. DFM (GM's latest fuel management tech) could possibly function as a 2...
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
04-16-2023, 01:40 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,835
Posted By skank

The Corvette team just won the 6 HRS of Portimao...

The Corvette team just won the 6 HRS of Portimao WEC race and the Cadillac with the Purported LT3 engine placed 4th in the Hypercar class. The Cadillac LT3 engine revs to 8800 RPM and sounded great...
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
03-07-2023, 01:43 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,833
Posted By skank

And those CAD images appear to show two stage...

And those CAD images appear to show two stage twin turbos.

https://www.garrettmotion.com/turbocharger-technology/how-a-turbo-works/broadest-turbo-range/twostage-serial-turbochargers/
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
11-11-2022, 01:15 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,218
Posted By skank

Carlos, could you shed some light on the...

Carlos, could you shed some light on the difficulties of doing directional design Carbon fiber wheels vs Forged wheels ? I would assume that the layup pattern and cutting pattern shape would have to...
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
11-11-2022, 12:25 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,218
Posted By skank

Yes, that's exactly what I mean. Thanks Carlos.

Yes, that's exactly what I mean. Thanks Carlos.
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
11-11-2022, 10:43 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,218
Posted By skank

Carlos, I do believe you can build these to be...

Carlos, I do believe you can build these to be location specific on all four wheels if that is standard procedure or optional ? I've wondered why at the optional price of the Carbon Fiber wheels were...
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
11-10-2022, 10:24 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,011
Posted By skank

Thanks Kodiak Bear. So GM has subcontracted a...

Thanks Kodiak Bear. So GM has subcontracted a Millwork shop with a CNC Panel saw and or CNC Router that can cut out hundreds of these ultra stiff webbed and half lapped pallet frames. All done with...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-15-2022, 11:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 419
Posted By skank

A lot of good advise here !

A lot of good advise here !
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
10-03-2022, 12:59 PM
Replies: 1,191
Views: 95,764
Posted By skank

This Savage Geese video is clearly the best video...

This Savage Geese video is clearly the best video so far with more technical info that I've never heard before.
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
08-02-2022, 12:31 PM
Replies: 160
Views: 11,450
Posted By skank

A 30K ADM on a 2023 93K Stingray at the Local...

A 30K ADM on a 2023 93K Stingray at the Local Monterey Chevrolet Dealer in Seaside. Just imagine the Z06 ADM that will happen here. I'll keep you all posted on any Corvette events or displays that...
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