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Old Sep 30, 2002 | 11:10 PM
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I recently posted a topic asking how much hp an l-88 had and was told it was like 540 gross hp.....and that got me thinkin.....how much rwhp does it have....I thought it must be close to a new z06 so I'm wonderin and I know this is the place to find out :cheers:
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Old Sep 30, 2002 | 11:25 PM
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hubes,

You came to the right place! I have a 2002 ZO6, it made 353rwhp. I also have a un-original; but, factory spec L88 in my 69 and it pulled 483rwhp. The L88 is fitted with original 12:1 pistons, cam, intake, etc. The power of the ZO6 is incredible. The power of the L88 has to be experienced to be believed! The L88 is truly a brutally powerful Beast!

Click on my URL to see more on both of them. I have the dyno sheet for the L88 posted there. Enjoy.


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Old Sep 30, 2002 | 11:42 PM
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I have a 2002 ZO6, it made 353rwhp.
When I'm finished, the starter motor will be running that much. ;)

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Old Sep 30, 2002 | 11:48 PM
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Listening to those two cars, even through my laptop, brought a smile to my face. Nice. :cool:
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Old Oct 1, 2002 | 12:12 AM
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67,

If you build the motor properly, you won't need that much power to turn it over! Your mileage might even be a bit better
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You came to the right place!
Chuck,

So I did! thanx for the info....Ill be heading over to your site right about now.....one more quick question....does the l-88 FEEL more powerful?


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...one more quick question....does the l-88 FEEL more powerful?
Does a bear crap in the woods? :D
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Old Oct 2, 2002 | 04:26 AM
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now.....one more quick question....does the l-88 FEEL more powerful?
Both cars have similar weight and gearing. More than 40% more power is hard not to notice. ;)

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