twin turbo Zr1 build
06-17-2015, 12:25 PM
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Burning Brakes
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twin turbo Zr1 build
Hey guys, ,check out my turbo Zr1 build...
dart billet block
all pro heads
twin 88s on alcohol
RPM TH400
DJRC chassis
https://www.facebook.com/thezr1lsx?fref=photo
dart billet block
all pro heads
twin 88s on alcohol
RPM TH400
DJRC chassis
https://www.facebook.com/thezr1lsx?fref=photo
06-17-2015, 02:37 PM
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It's a public profile... BUT... why start with a ZR1 when you're building it up from Nada? Make fiscal sense to build a salvage or very used. Just curious. Seems like money down the drain...
06-17-2015, 03:20 PM
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06-17-2015, 03:41 PM
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true. but you can throw away 20k on a used car... or 80k. There's a bit difference. If you're building a crazy custom drag car or road race car and gutting it completely, you don't start with a high line model, you start with the most basic model with the everything you need. Especially going from an LS9 to a Dart Block. no point.
06-17-2015, 03:46 PM
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true. but you can throw away 20k on a used car... or 80k. There's a bit difference. If you're building a crazy custom drag car or road race car and gutting it completely, you don't start with a high line model, you start with the most basic model with the everything you need. Especially going from an LS9 to a Dart Block. no point.
Do you see how quickly that argument starts to make no sense to most people?
06-17-2015, 04:00 PM
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HOWEVER,
There are several models, and if you're not using the guts of the car, the trim level would be irrelevant. Pretty simple concept here bud.
Most importantly, I'm not asking YOU why HE is doing it, my question was directed at HIM for this exact reasons YOU can't answer for HIS decision, but thanks for your input. I understand your logic and agree.
06-17-2015, 04:10 PM
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Because clearly he's using a Corvette chassis. I'm not asking why the chassis, that's up to him. Could be personal taste. could be some technical advantage.
HOWEVER,
There are several models, and if you're not using the guts of the car, the trim level would be irrelevant. Pretty simple concept here bud.
Most importantly, I'm not asking YOU why HE is doing it, my question was directed at HIM for this exact reasons YOU can't answer for HIS decision, but thanks for your input. I understand your logic and agree.
HOWEVER,
There are several models, and if you're not using the guts of the car, the trim level would be irrelevant. Pretty simple concept here bud.
Most importantly, I'm not asking YOU why HE is doing it, my question was directed at HIM for this exact reasons YOU can't answer for HIS decision, but thanks for your input. I understand your logic and agree.
Trim level is never irrelevant.
A fast zr1 isn't the same as a fast base model c6.
This guy wanted a fast zr1 obviously.
06-17-2015, 05:27 PM
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06-17-2015, 07:17 PM
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Looking at the build, money probably isn't a concern. People who drop $250k+ on drag car builds probably don't really care if it is a $20 or $65k base car when that is a drop in the bucket. The tow rig/trailor just to move a car like this around probably makes what he started with seem cheap.
06-17-2015, 07:40 PM
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Looking at the build, money probably isn't a concern. People who drop $250k+ on drag car builds probably don't really care if it is a $20 or $65k base car when that is a drop in the bucket. The tow rig/trailor just to move a car like this around probably makes what he started with seem cheap.
Still seems a waste. I'll take the guts! Hahaha
06-18-2015, 04:37 AM
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It's just great that the OP is making us aware of the build and will hopefully keep us informed of the progress.
06-18-2015, 07:08 AM
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06-18-2015, 07:11 AM
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Melting Slicks
Every one should give a F...
Thats why the economy is where it is because people like you think like that.Are you that ignorant?The guy is building a race car and gutting and taking everything out of his car why not start with a base car with high mileage and save 50 grand?I dont give a hoot if he can afford it or not its just plain stupid.
06-18-2015, 08:24 AM
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Drifting
This guy has money... Don't hate on something you can't do... He can start with whatever he wants... The fact that you guys are saying it's stupid to do what he wants with his money is just sad... Why even comment...?
06-18-2015, 10:34 AM
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I wanted a ZR1, so thats what I bought.
Haters hate because they're jealous and dont have the funds to do so.
I suppose theres not many hardcore racers here, to each his own
maybe to some these cars are something worth waxing every day and talking on the forum daily. just another car to me
you'd be surprised at what you can recoupe in zr1 parts $.
look at the foreign countries drag racers, most of them start with high dollar new cars.
Haters hate because they're jealous and dont have the funds to do so.
I suppose theres not many hardcore racers here, to each his own
maybe to some these cars are something worth waxing every day and talking on the forum daily. just another car to me
you'd be surprised at what you can recoupe in zr1 parts $.
look at the foreign countries drag racers, most of them start with high dollar new cars.
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06-18-2015, 10:47 AM
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Yep I ruined the economy. lol
Haters hate because they're jealous and dont have the funds to do so.
I suppose theres not many hardcore racers here, to each his own
maybe to some these cars are something worth waxing every day and talking on the forum daily. just another car to me
you'd be surprised at what you can recoupe in zr1 parts $.
look at the foreign countries drag racers, most of them start with high dollar new cars.
Haters hate because they're jealous and dont have the funds to do so.
I suppose theres not many hardcore racers here, to each his own
maybe to some these cars are something worth waxing every day and talking on the forum daily. just another car to me
you'd be surprised at what you can recoupe in zr1 parts $.
look at the foreign countries drag racers, most of them start with high dollar new cars.
Lol... You clearly did not ruin the economy but I understand his frustration. I wasn't hating bro. Just curious if there was an advantage or it was just personal preference.
It was a very open, l laid back question. I think everyone just needs to take a deep breathe and relax. Good luck with the build. Looks awesome so far!
06-18-2015, 09:04 PM
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I wanted a ZR1, so thats what I bought.
Haters hate because they're jealous and dont have the funds to do so.
I suppose theres not many hardcore racers here, to each his own
maybe to some these cars are something worth waxing every day and talking on the forum daily. just another car to me
you'd be surprised at what you can recoupe in zr1 parts $.
look at the foreign countries drag racers, most of them start with high dollar new cars.
Haters hate because they're jealous and dont have the funds to do so.
I suppose theres not many hardcore racers here, to each his own
maybe to some these cars are something worth waxing every day and talking on the forum daily. just another car to me
you'd be surprised at what you can recoupe in zr1 parts $.
look at the foreign countries drag racers, most of them start with high dollar new cars.
Lets be real, the final product is a full tube chassis with a ZR1 body shell sitting on it. No factory frame rails....no factory car. Just my opinion.
At the end of the day....bad *** build man, no matter what you call it. Oh, and you gotta update the title of the thread, it in no way does your build justice!
- Travis
06-18-2015, 09:13 PM
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