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Old Feb 1, 2015 | 09:48 AM
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Default C7 Power Train Modifications

The C7 is an awsome car, a real home run. Thanks.
There are several people offering after market ad-ons for the engine.
Hennessy, Lingenfelter, and many others offer 500+ to 650+ HP and more for under $20K. Over $20K gets you much more.

Will the Stock train, and the Z51 drive train handle these packages well? That is, are the drive train breaking point specs within the range of power these packages provide? What about the individual parts such as the transmission, clutch, joints, torque tube, bearings, axles, etc, where is the weak link in this system?

If you put 630 HP and 639 ft-lbs on this Z51, what is the weak link not including the wheel traction point?

Thanks and my best to you and GM,
Nick
 




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