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Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
07-20-2011, 01:46 PM
Replies: 303
Views: 48,229
Posted By Capt_South_USMC

Georgia 2008 C6 Z06 WARVETT

Georgia
2008 C6 Z06
WARVETT
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
07-20-2011, 12:40 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,414
Posted By Capt_South_USMC

Is the ticking not normal? Mine ticks on...

Is the ticking not normal? Mine ticks on acceleration and so does everyone else I know that has one. I have heard the tick in 4 different Z06s. Call me crazy. Or maybe ALL of our cars are messed up?...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
01-28-2011, 06:21 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 96,541
Posted By Capt_South_USMC

I have a 2008 Z06. I added a Halltech intake,...

I have a 2008 Z06. I added a Halltech intake, Kooks headers and x-pipe, and a comp cam. Virginia Speed did the install and tune and it dynoed at 570 RWHP. I lopes like crazy and the gas mileage took...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
01-28-2011, 11:13 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 767
Posted By Capt_South_USMC

Should I ger a new ignition for my Z06?

I had my car in the shop yesterday getting new sneakers put on when one of the mechanics mentioned to me that I should get an MSD ignition/plugs in order to get rid of the gasoline smell and leakage...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
07-16-2010, 12:23 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,045
Posted By Capt_South_USMC

All good input! Thanks guys. I will do more price...

All good input! Thanks guys. I will do more price comparing and make my choice.
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
07-14-2010, 11:38 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,045
Posted By Capt_South_USMC

Need reccomendations for new tires

The time has come to purchase new back tires for my 2008 Z06. I still have the factory Goodyear F1 rubbers on there now. What other options (preferably cheaper) have you had good/bad luck with? I am...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
05-25-2010, 10:26 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 10,310
Posted By Capt_South_USMC

Where did you get those blacked out Z06 side...

Where did you get those blacked out Z06 side emblems? Are they carbon fiber?
Forum: C5 General
01-07-2010, 12:32 PM
Replies: 77
[Z06] Z06 Badges
Views: 7,817
Posted By Capt_South_USMC

I saw a guy last night driving a red C6...

I saw a guy last night driving a red C6 convertible with a C6 Z06 badge on the back right under the corvette emblem. It didnt even look or sound like it had any mods to it. I pulled up next to him in...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
12-02-2009, 03:10 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 9,856
Posted By Capt_South_USMC

Thanks! I am not a mechanic by any means. I just...

Thanks! I am not a mechanic by any means. I just love muscle cars. I learned a lot from this post. I am not fluent in mechanicanese so I appriciate that you broke it down Barney style for me. I am...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
12-02-2009, 09:02 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 9,856
Posted By Capt_South_USMC

mods to the car include a cam, CAI, headers and...

mods to the car include a cam, CAI, headers and x-pipe, tune. None of which I believe would increase parasitic loss.
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
12-02-2009, 08:22 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 9,856
Posted By Capt_South_USMC

RWHP conversion to engine HP?

Quick question:

I know mustangs generally have a 15% parasitic loss from the crank to the wheel. A Z06 is probably more efficient. What is the equation to figure out engine HP in a C6 Z06.
My...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
12-01-2009, 04:23 PM
Replies: 443
Views: 31,845
Posted By Capt_South_USMC

29, Marine Corps Infantry Officer. (Captain)...

29, Marine Corps Infantry Officer. (Captain) Still single with multiple deployments to combat areas that allow me to continually save up money and invest. I have a supercharged Roush Mustang and my...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
11-24-2009, 02:18 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 3,122
Posted By Capt_South_USMC

yes. I dropped the car off yesterday and they are...

yes. I dropped the car off yesterday and they are confident they can fix that problem.
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
11-24-2009, 02:13 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 3,122
Posted By Capt_South_USMC

Virginia Speed in Virginia Beach. They ported my...

Virginia Speed in Virginia Beach. They ported my intake as well. I dont know the specs on the cam but it was pretty aggressive and sound like an animal. You can reach them at 757-468-5101.:thumbs:
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
11-24-2009, 02:07 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 10,137
Posted By Capt_South_USMC

I have WARVETT on my 08 Z06 There is a...

I have WARVETT on my 08 Z06

There is a little duality there....
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
11-24-2009, 09:18 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 3,122
Posted By Capt_South_USMC

I just dropped $5200 on mine. I added a Halltech...

I just dropped $5200 on mine. I added a Halltech CAI, Kooks headers and x-pipe, and a cam with custom tune. Mine now puts 570 RWHP. Pretty good jump for $5k.
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
11-23-2009, 07:45 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,626
Posted By Capt_South_USMC

Added cam. now driveability sucks. can this be fixed?

I have an 08 Z06 and recently had a Comp Cam, Kooks Headers and X-pipe, and a Halltech CAI installed with a custom tune. Now the car lunges a lot in the low gears at low speeds. In a parking lot I...
Forum: C5 General
09-25-2009, 07:44 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 16,075
Posted By Capt_South_USMC

I just installed the 1 7/8 " Kooks Headers and...

I just installed the 1 7/8 " Kooks Headers and X-pipe on my 08 Z06. I love them! I dont know how much gain I made just on the pipes as I also had a Halltech CAI, a Comp Cam, and a custom tune, added...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
08-10-2009, 06:26 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,183
Posted By Capt_South_USMC

Thanks guys I will try that this weekend. and...

Thanks guys I will try that this weekend. and thanks for the warning about scratching the paint. I will take all precautions.
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
08-08-2009, 06:37 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,183
Posted By Capt_South_USMC

I want to remove the Chicklets

I have a blacked out 08 Z06 and want to remove the chicklets. Are they stuck on with tape or are they screws? has anyone done this? how did you do it? is there a hole there that I will need to fill?...
Forum: C5 General
07-27-2009, 08:44 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 437
Posted By Capt_South_USMC

Thanks. They are the shop I was talking to that...

Thanks. They are the shop I was talking to that gave me the original quote. I met them this weekend and they are good guys and run a good shop. I think I will go with them. They have several vettes...
Forum: C5 General
07-24-2009, 04:40 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 437
Posted By Capt_South_USMC

Looking for corvette performance shop within 200 miles of VA Beach!

I have recently purchased a 2008 Z06 and am already getting the itch to start adding mods. I have found what seems to be a decent shop near me but I want to know my options. Does anyone know of any...
Forum: C5 General
07-24-2009, 01:10 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,827
Posted By Capt_South_USMC

That was my first option as well at a TT but I am...

That was my first option as well at a TT but I am trying to stay a little cheaper than that. I have a S/C Roush Mustang and kind of wanted to go a different route with this one. Not to mention the...
Forum: C5 General
07-23-2009, 07:20 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,827
Posted By Capt_South_USMC

How doea a cam affect driveability and gas mileage?

I have a 08 Z06 and am looking to have a CAI, Comp Cam, Kooks headers and x-pipe installed. My uncle is warning against the cam saying it will make it drive horrible at low speeds and that it will...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
07-15-2009, 04:02 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,548
Posted By Capt_South_USMC

I would also like to see the prices for the 18/19...

I would also like to see the prices for the 18/19 wheels for a 08 Z06. Is there a way to get this wheel in black chrome? how much for shipping to 23462? Thanks. Beautiful work!
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