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Forum: C5 Tech
05-10-2018, 05:49 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,259
Posted By torchvette10

I still have the stock radiator. I already blew...

I still have the stock radiator. I already blew the debris from it but to make sure, I might have to pull it out and clean it perfectly.

Thanks for your tips bigmackloud ;) I should be able to get...
Forum: C5 Tech
05-10-2018, 01:35 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,259
Posted By torchvette10

Great, thanks a lot ! I have seen this kit in...

Great, thanks a lot ! I have seen this kit in several threads but when I tried to get on the website, I was getting a rejected URL message. Their website might have been under maintenance at that...
Forum: C5 Tech
05-10-2018, 12:45 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,259
Posted By torchvette10

Thanks for the replies! Coolant gets up to 230....

Thanks for the replies!
Coolant gets up to 230. I believe that if I stayed at that speed longer, the temps would keep increasing.
I am running full synthetic castrol or mobile 1 5W40.

I don't...
Forum: C5 Tech
05-10-2018, 11:25 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,259
Posted By torchvette10

Engine oil cooling kit questions

Hi guys,

I am looking for an engine oil cooling kit for my supercharged 408 C5. The oil gets very hot at highway speeds on hot days. I very often see temps in the 240-250 range cruising at 85 mph...
Forum: C5 Forced Induction/Nitrous
07-29-2014, 05:39 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,224
Posted By torchvette10

I sincerely hope you get your problem resolved...

I sincerely hope you get your problem resolved ASAP.
I have been going through belts for the last 3 years. I am tired of it all. I feel like no matter I do, it won't work. I am seriously...
Forum: C5 Forced Induction/Nitrous
05-17-2014, 03:23 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,896
Posted By torchvette10

Awesome video like always :thumbs: Thanks for...

Awesome video like always :thumbs: Thanks for posting it, that made my day :cool:
Forum: C5 Tech
05-13-2014, 06:25 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,205
Posted By torchvette10

Definitely consider contacting rpm transmissions!...

Definitely consider contacting rpm transmissions! They build some strong transmissions and they really stand behing their products :thumbs:
www.rpmtransmissions.com
Forum: C5 Tech
05-12-2014, 04:17 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,011
Posted By torchvette10

Thanks for your input Zebra. However I can tell...

Thanks for your input Zebra. However I can tell you that a cam radically changes the sound of the car. I heard GHLs (the same as mine) on an almost stock car, and it's totally different on mine....
Forum: C5 Tech
05-11-2014, 04:45 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,011
Posted By torchvette10

The cam is a 238/242 on 115+3 LSA By stock...

The cam is a 238/242 on 115+3 LSA
By stock exhaust I meant LS1. I never had a chance to try the Z06 Ti. I have only seen vids on youtube and they seem to sound like a motorboat with a cam, a bit...
Forum: C5 Tech
05-11-2014, 07:21 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 788
Posted By torchvette10

Without knowing more I would do a forged 408 ci,...

Without knowing more I would do a forged 408 ci, this is what I have. I had Erik at HKE build it for me. It has been very reliable, doesn't burn oil at all and I hope it will stay that way.
If you...
Forum: C5 Tech
05-11-2014, 07:06 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,011
Posted By torchvette10

Exhaust choice to tame down cam lope

Hi guys,

I know that most of you must love the cam lope sound, I did as well but I just don't like it as much anymore. I'd like to have a car that sounds a little more stealth with a smoother...
Forum: C5 Forced Induction/Nitrous
05-06-2014, 10:12 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,092
Posted By torchvette10

Do you have an idea of your theoretical top speed...

Do you have an idea of your theoretical top speed with the right gearing chosen with top speed in mind?
Forum: C5 General
04-25-2014, 08:13 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,614
Posted By torchvette10

I really hope it's a photoshop?? :ack:

I really hope it's a photoshop?? :ack:
Forum: C5 Forced Induction/Nitrous
04-25-2014, 04:45 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,092
Posted By torchvette10

Thanks a lot for these details. That's a very...

Thanks a lot for these details. That's a very nice setup which seems to be working flawlessly :thumbs:
I know that when I quit racing bikes and want to roadrace a Vette I'll have to spend some time...
Forum: C5 Tech
04-24-2014, 03:12 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 598
Posted By torchvette10

Hi there, I am using Michelin PS2 tires...

Hi there,

I am using Michelin PS2 tires (295/35 18 rear) and I am really happy with them. The car does hook up pretty well unless I punch it really hard and at low speed. Cornering is good as...
Forum: C5 Forced Induction/Nitrous
04-24-2014, 01:40 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 406
Posted By torchvette10

There is nothing like boost. If I were you, I...

There is nothing like boost. If I were you, I would call A&A or ECS and get a supercharger kit. In my opinion it is the best mod you can do. The car remains very driveable on a daily basis and when...
Forum: C5 Forced Induction/Nitrous
04-24-2014, 01:37 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,092
Posted By torchvette10

If you don't mind me asking could you explain a...

If you don't mind me asking could you explain a little more how your cooling system is set up?
When you roadrace it, how long are your sessions? No heating problems at all? If so :thumbs:

Nice...
Forum: C5 Forced Induction/Nitrous
04-24-2014, 01:34 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,752
Posted By torchvette10

:thumbs: You must love the new found power. ...

:thumbs: You must love the new found power.

I really like the stealth look of the supercharger :)
Forum: C5 Forced Induction/Nitrous
04-22-2014, 11:14 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,239
Posted By torchvette10

Mike04, that looks great!! :thumbs:

Mike04, that looks great!! :thumbs:
Forum: C5 Forced Induction/Nitrous
04-22-2014, 11:10 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,245
Posted By torchvette10

Having shredded 7 belts before getting it right,...

Having shredded 7 belts before getting it right, I can only tell to check your alignment with a laser system. It is the best way to check if everything is alright and if nothing is out of angle.
And...
Forum: C5 Forced Induction/Nitrous
04-21-2014, 01:49 PM
Replies: 142
Views: 22,346
Posted By torchvette10

Can't wait to see the how the engine bay will...

Can't wait to see the how the engine bay will look like finished :thumbs:
Forum: C5 Forced Induction/Nitrous
04-21-2014, 08:15 AM
Replies: 142
Views: 22,346
Posted By torchvette10

Thanks for this thread. It's a pleasure to read...

Thanks for this thread. It's a pleasure to read you and see a C5 that looks better than new :eek:

Just out of curiosity, why did you decide to relocate your coils?
Forum: C5 Forced Induction/Nitrous
04-20-2014, 06:07 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,028
Posted By torchvette10

Yes that's right, I only use 98RON/88MON which if...

Yes that's right, I only use 98RON/88MON which if I am correct is the US 93
Forum: C5 Forced Induction/Nitrous
04-20-2014, 04:59 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,028
Posted By torchvette10

I need to update my profile, as I am not in...

I need to update my profile, as I am not in London anymore, just in France :(
However, I remember talking with Phil about that and he told me that at my power level I did not really have to bother...
Forum: C5 Forced Induction/Nitrous
04-20-2014, 04:43 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,028
Posted By torchvette10

No I do not run meth as we cannot get it over...

No I do not run meth as we cannot get it over here.

I'll shoot an email to Phil as he tuned my car and see what he thinks about it. I tried to find my old hp tuners files but I don't seem to have...
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